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| AKA Poetry & Art |
| The Struggle Author Unknown In the beginning an ordinary piece of sand. In the end, a priceless pearl. We start at the beginning of the hill. Getting to the top, is a matter of strength and will. The surface is rocky, the slope is steep. Sometimes we crawl; Once in a while we leap. Over the invisible hurdles, strong enough to make us weep. The mind is challenged, the body is worn. The days are long, and the pride is torn. But in the end, a new creature is born. An Alpha Kappa Alpha woman standing sleek and tall. Ready to challenge the world, unable to fall. Alpha Kappa Alpha, what does it mean? Certainly more than wearing pink and green. Alpha Kappa Alpha is deep down in my soul. I AM an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman. I am whole. |
| Original Author Unknown Original, by definition, means pertaining to the Source, Well when you speak of the Original Woman, you are speaking of me, of course. See - I am the AKA, the First and Finest for All to Behold. I change Black Women to Black Pearls, I am 96 years old. By merit and by culture is the motivation behind my strides, An Alpha Kappa Alpha Woman will always Walk with Pride. You see, being the Original Woman is not my only claim to fame, Service to all Mankind is my most esteemed aim. I am the Original, giving consistently of myself, Addressing pertinent issues, from AKAdemics to good Health. Who made a commitment to do good, A commitment to my people and to my Sisterhood. I am the hope and the dream of the impoverished and unclean, When I grace the room you know the Pink and Green is on the scene. I am intelligent, beautiful, finest yet and sophisticated, A strong black woman, college trained and widely educated. One time originated, three times imitated, but never, ever duplicated I AM Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated!!!! |
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| "Do not bring your NOTHINGNESS to AKA!" Author Unknown Will you be an active member? The kind that would be missed Or will you just be content That your name is on the list? Will you attend the meetings? And mingle with the flock Or will you just meet in private And criticize and "knock?" Will you take an active part? To help the work along Or will you be satisfied to be The kind that just belongs? Will you work on committees? To these it is no trick Or leave the work to just a few And talk about the clique? There’s more to being an AKA than wearing pink and green, showing up in your letters, only trying to be seen Please come to meetings often And help with hand and true heart Don’t just be a member, But one who takes an active part Think it over potential members You know what’s right from wrong Will you be an active member? Or do you just want to belong? |
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| What Does it Take to Be an AKA? Written & adapted by Soror Toni J. McCray EE. FA01.18 You think it just takes pink and green or just a pretty face. Light skin or long hair are the women those letters grace. Well, you couldn't be more wrong about my beloved sorority. Chocolate, honey, and caramel are the shades of ebony you'll see. It takes more than nice clothing, bouncy hair, and a pretty face, It takes distinction, class, style, and the highest GPA. You must sacrifice, persevere, and carry yourself as a woman should. These are some of the qualities to possess, to be a part of my exclusive sisterhood. Don't be grating to the members, do your research on your own, You may find that ALPHA land was not meant to be your home. To wear these lovely colors of salmon pink and apple green, you must be a sophistAKAted, college-educated, refined black queen. It won't come easy and you'll need to pray, To be so blessed to "cross" the threshold of AKA. |
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| Flight 1908 ( Exclusive EE Step Team Chant) In 1908, the journey took flight. In 1913, the departure wasn't right. In 1920 and 22, their flights were delayed and cancelled too Because in 1908, they were oh so fine. There's only precious cargo on the AKA Airline. |
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"What it Takes" Written by Soror Crystal L. Johnson EE.FA01.11 It takes more than a look to wear twenty pearls It takes more than an attitude to grace these words It's the test of a woman to withstand the circumstance to stand by her word and wait for her chance she won't change her mind or lose her heart to settle for a sisterhood that wasn't the first an A-K-A woman knows what she wants and against all odds will prove her worth perfection can't be "rushed" so understand that it's oh "so hard" to be an A-K-A |
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| Alpha Woman written by Soror Toni J. McCray EE.FA01.18 We set the standard in 1908 For others can only imitate Our style, our grace, our sisterhood Unparalelled -as we knew it would. Imitation is the highest form of flattery Remember all others came from me Not only do we continue to set the standard Whatever you do, we still do it better. We strive to do things that are worthwhile AKAdemics and Supreme Service to all mankind Through the years we've grown from 20 pearls with strength and endurance to rule the world. A model woman for all woman kind Look at an ALPHA WOMAN and you will find A woman tested - not afraid to fail A master, a captain - one who blazes trails. |
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