On January 15, 1908, nine women came together on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. to establish what would become Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, an organization rooted in the purposes of Scholarship, Service, and Sisterhood. Those nine women were Anna Easter Brown, Beulah Burke, Lillie Burke, Marjorie Hill, Margaret Flagg Holmes, Ethel Hedgemon Lyle, Lavinia Norman, Lucy Diggs Slowe and Marie Woolfolk Taylor. The sorority was later incorporated on January 29, 1913, in Washington, D.C. It comprises over 390,000 initiated members across more than 1,120 graduate and undergraduate chapters in over 15 nations and territories. It is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-educated women.
Alpha Zeta Members Honored @ Deans/President’s List Commencement
The Alpha Zeta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated was chartered on January 18, 1939, on the campus of Langston University. This chapter is known for its community service and giving back to the Langston community. I interviewed three members about their annual SKEE WEEK and what service means to them. This year, it was titled “Diary of an Oh So Pretty Girl,” and they hosted events from April 6th through the 10th, including activities such as yoga, business Tuesday scholarships, splash & slime an AKA, as well as having food trucks on the paw walk and helping Langston students protect their hair and make bracelets.
2026 SKEE WEEK
Latasha Mitchell, a junior computer science major from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a Spring 24 initiate of the Alpha Zeta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, and currently serves as the President of the Alpha Zeta chapter. She is also part of other student organizations on campus, including the computer science club and the scholars club, and is an OK-LSAMP Scholar. She talked about what inspired her to join. She said, “I am a legacy, my grandmother is a part of Alpha Kappa Alpha, and at an early age, I was shown what sisterhood was about and doing community service. It’s not about just showing up, it’s actually about being there, it’s about actions and not just words; so when the Alpha Zeta chapter came back to Langston, I knew I wanted to join.”
Mitchell also talked about the community services initiatives and programs that stand out to her. “I’m all about Service to All Mankind, so when it comes to our service, whether it’s our annual week or packaging items and giving back to kids, those are my favorite things. We have a youth leadership institute program, and for our leadership institute, we mentor the kids, and it really sticks out to us because we’re actually teaching them, both young ladies and men, and to help be involved around an org that doesn’t discriminate and wants to see them grow.” She also gave advice to young women who are interested in joining. “Know what your purpose is, what you will bring, what will be your strong suit, what would be a weakness, and that’s just some of the mindset that you would need if you’re interested in Greek life.”
Alpha Zeta President Latasha Mitchell
Brooklyn Stampley, a junior accounting major with a minor in finance and from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a Spring 24 initiate of the Alpha Zeta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and has served in multiple roles within the chapter, including treasurer and custodian. She has served and is currently serving in multiple student organizations, including the 2023-24 Student Government Association and Freshman Vice President and Treasurer, as a Resident Assistant, and as 17th Miss Orange & Blue.
Stampley talked about how being a member shaped her personal growth and leadership. “I would definitely say Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated has definitely extended my personal growth through perseverance, and looking at the women that brought me here, they’re doing amazing things, and they have also extended me opportunities and also being mentors to people that want to be in my position. I’ve also had opportunities to teach younger people through initiatives like our leadership institute, where we build up the younger generation to where we’re at right now.”
Brooklyn Stampley
Eden Clifton, a senior Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Major from Arlington, Texas, is a decorated track and field athlete who transferred from Graceland University, where she was named an NAIA 2024 First Team All-Conference, holding the 200m indoor record, and an NAIA 2024 60m Conference Champ. At Langston, she was named SAC Second Team All-Conference. She is a Spring 25 initiate of the Alpha Zeta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority incorporated. She serves as the chapter’s community service chair. She talked about her journey to joining. “The challenges I face were definitely time management because I’m an athlete in an organization and I am a student in multiple organizations, so just being able to juggle all of that was one of the challenges I faced.”
Clifton also talked about what she wants to do for the sorority after she graduates. “I plan to join a grad chapter and make an impact in this community by doing community service, going to events, and going to different leadership conferences and leadership seminars, as well as just making sure to put my organization out there when it comes to connecting people to resources and more.” Clifton also offered advice to women interested in joining Alpha Kappa Alpha. “Make sure to do your research, and that this is something you actually want to do. Make sure you have good time management skills, academics, and that you can juggle these skills.”
Community Service Chair Eden Clifton
Grounded in the principles of Sisterhood, Service, and Scholarship, its members continue to create meaningful impact both within their chapter and throughout the community. Through a strong commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, and lifelong bonds, they embody Alpha Kappa Alpha’s mission. As they carry these values forward, their dedication not only honors the rich legacy of the organization but also inspires future generations to lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and strive for excellence in all they do.
Alpha Zeta Community Service
SPORTS EDITOR AND STAFF REPORTER
Isaiah Price is a 4th-generation Langston student involved in multiple student organizations on campus. He is a sophomore majoring in Broadcast Journalism from Mansfield, Texas. He wants the Gazette to present accurate, fair news to the Langston people and to get the correct information out. He likes covering sports and stories about people on campus, whether they’re student leaders or business owners. If you have a story to tell, he wants to help you tell it. He thinks the work the Gazette does matters because it tells the truth and sheds light on things that usually aren’t talked about. His favorite hobbies are going to the gym and playing video games. To be reached contact on Instagram at _isaiah_price or email at Isaiah.price10@langston.edu
