2008 Woodie Awards
PV True Life...
I'm Greek (Pt. III)
Nneka Meka
Issue date: 3/23/05 Section: Lifestyles and Health
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There are nine active Greek organizations on campus: Alpha Phi Alpha, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Delta Sigma Theta, Phi Beta Sigma, Zeta Phi Beta, Sigma Gamma Rho, and Iota Phi Theta. The Panther would like to inform readers how students can go to class, socialize, be active members of an organization, and hold a job. Therefore, each week the Panther will showcase a member of each of the nine active Greek organizations on campus.
The first Greek letter organization founded by and for Black college women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was founded on Jan. 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University.
The 20 founders and initiators of the sorority, known as "the pearls," sculpted an organization that today focuses on scholastic and ethical standards, unity among college women, and an alleviation of problems among girls and women.
Ivy Cadoree, a 21-year-old native of Crosby, Texas, is one of the 32 active "pretty girls" of the Zeta Gamma chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on the campus of Prairie View A&M University. She keeps it no secret that being Basileus (president) of a sorority is much more than social gatherings and Greek discounts. "I devote 24 hours a day and seven days a week to AKA," said Cadoree. "I got into this organization in fall of 2003 to work, it's a full time job."
However, as a senior biology major, she also has a demanding class and study schedule.
Alpha Kappa Alpha may be her "full-time job," but to become a dermatologist is her ultimate goal. "My sorority promotes high scholastic standards, and education is priority," said Cadoree.
Despite all the studying and organization commitments, Greek life does have it perks. She credits an increase in attention and respect among her peers to being a member of a Greek lettered organization.
"AKA Sorority, Inc. demonstrates true sisterhood, leadership, and service to name a few," said Cadoree. "Each of these entities are seen as admirable by many women and businesses."
Further expounding on her reason for joining this specific sorority, Cadoree said, "I desired to be a part of something great, also it didn't hurt that it is the 'first and finest' organization."
The first Greek letter organization founded by and for Black college women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was founded on Jan. 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University.
The 20 founders and initiators of the sorority, known as "the pearls," sculpted an organization that today focuses on scholastic and ethical standards, unity among college women, and an alleviation of problems among girls and women.
 Media Credit: Kristina Rogers Ivy Cadoree, student and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. |
Ivy Cadoree, a 21-year-old native of Crosby, Texas, is one of the 32 active "pretty girls" of the Zeta Gamma chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on the campus of Prairie View A&M University. She keeps it no secret that being Basileus (president) of a sorority is much more than social gatherings and Greek discounts. "I devote 24 hours a day and seven days a week to AKA," said Cadoree. "I got into this organization in fall of 2003 to work, it's a full time job."
However, as a senior biology major, she also has a demanding class and study schedule.
Alpha Kappa Alpha may be her "full-time job," but to become a dermatologist is her ultimate goal. "My sorority promotes high scholastic standards, and education is priority," said Cadoree.
Despite all the studying and organization commitments, Greek life does have it perks. She credits an increase in attention and respect among her peers to being a member of a Greek lettered organization.
"AKA Sorority, Inc. demonstrates true sisterhood, leadership, and service to name a few," said Cadoree. "Each of these entities are seen as admirable by many women and businesses."
Further expounding on her reason for joining this specific sorority, Cadoree said, "I desired to be a part of something great, also it didn't hurt that it is the 'first and finest' organization."