Type: Service-Social Sorority
Council Affiliation: MGC
Cultural Affiliation: African American
Nickname: A.K.A.
Motto: By Culture and By Merit
Flower: Pink Tea Rose
Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green
Symbol: Ivy Leaf
Founding Date: January 15, 1908
Incorporated Date: January 29, 1913
Purpose: The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of “Service to All Mankind.”
The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Tau Iota Chapter follows the five Program Targets under the current administration:
Empower Our Families
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has a strong history of supporting and servicing families, for we understand a healthy family is the foundation of a healthy community.
We will take a multi-generational approach to fortify families within our communities by addressing child hunger and promoting positive youth development and leadership, mental well-being and senior life.
Build Our Economic Wealth
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is launching our most progressive and revolutionary economic initiatives this century. This administration has created institutional-level solutions to combat institutional-level challenges.
We will further encourage and equip our members to place key strategies into action to build personal, organizational and community economic wealth.
Enhance Our Environment
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has the power to galvanize our organization of more than 120,000 active members, create a ripple effect and make a significant impact on our environment.
We will employ select strategies to optimize our collective ability and to improve and protect the environment at scale. We will prioritize activities that promote the adoption of more sustainable and responsible practices.
Advocate for Social Justice
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority always has been at the forefront of social justice to promote fairness and equity. We stand in the gap to empower our communities and act in the best interests of all people through social advocacy and justice.
We will equip communities with the tools, knowledge and support to activate their voices and mobilize self-help to empower communities to help themselves.
Uplift Our Local Community
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority reigns supreme in its mission of “Service to All Mankind.” Given the engagement of more than 1,046 chapters across an international landscape, we have an ongoing history and reputation for making a global impact through local change. We will celebrate excellence, promote a focus on service, stimulate effective culture and showcase best practices — “Local Change, Big Impact, and Global Showcase.”
Meet the Chapter
The Tantalizing Tau Iota chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was chartered at Millikin University on April 17, 2011, by 14 intelligent and service-driven women of color, under the advisement of Chi Xi Omega Chapter of Decatur, Illinois. The Tau Iota Chapter has a rich history of community engagement, leadership development and academic excellence. Over the years, its members have made significant contributions to both their university and the surrounding community through various service projects. The chapter continues to thrive as it empowers its members to excel academically, serve their communities passionately and uphold the values of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.