2022 LSU Gumbo - Book - Page 240
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Camrynn Ponds and Aaliyah Edinburgh
Maia Trailer and President Tate
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,
Incorporated Eta Kappa Chapter was
spearheaded by Emma Dee Jenkins in 1971.
With help from the Gamma Eta Omega
Chapter in Baton Rouge, LA, a committee
of five was formed. In order to successfully
charter the sorority on campus, a colony
composed of undergraduate members
needed to be formed.
Paralee W. Byrd of the graduate chapter
(GEO) approached & initiated her daughter,
Alice Yvonne Byrd, on January 22, 1972, as a
general member.
From there, 14 like-minded women
were selected to join the colony. Together,
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the members engaged in multiple service
opportunities and study sessions. They also
underwent orientation sessions to learn
about the history of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Incorporated.
On December 2, 1972 a chartering
ceremony was held and 12 members of the
colony were officially initiated into Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Eta
Kappa Chapter.
This is no surprise being that service is
the sole purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Incorporated. We strive to be of
service to all mankind, which is why Eta
Kappa takes such pride in its volunteer work.
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