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SUNDAY, February 12
LITTLE MISS AKA PAGEANT APPLICATION
The Little Miss AKA application is accessible here. The deadline is Feb. 12.
WEDNESDAY, February 15
Scholarship Applications
The 2012 KLO Scholarship Letter and Application is available here. The deadline is Feb. 15.
SUNDAY February 12
KLO CHAPTER MEETING
2 p.m. (1:30 p.m. Fellowship)
TSU (The BARN)
The KLO chapter meeting is in the BARN at Tennessee State University.
FRIDAY, January 27
KLO FOUNDERS' DAY CELEBRATION TO HONOR ACTIVE MEMEBERS
KLO wants to honor you. Please contact Sister Charlotte Anderson by Jan. 27 if you have been honored in any of the following positions: Appointment on a National Level, Appointment State/Regional Level, Appointment by the Mayor, Citywide Honor, Elected Officials/Positions, Honor by Local Organization, Job Promotions, Recipients of Fellowship, A Graduate Degree, Retirees.
MONDAY, January 23
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
6:00 PM
Executive Committee Meeting is 6:00 PM in the NES Conference Room.
ATTENTION KLO MEMBERS IN NAACP
Any KLO member that is a member of the NAACP should email her name to Sister Natisha Moultry .
MONDAY January 30
Technology Meeting for Chairmen
6 to 7:30 PM
The Technology Committee is hosting an informational at the Goodwill Center in room 118 located at 937 Herman Street. This meeting is for all committee chairmen and officers. We will discuss various resources, procedures and other related information to facilitate meeting KLO's technology needs. Please have a representative present if you can't come.
SATURDAY February 11
Founders' Day Celebration
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The KLO Founders' Day Celbration will be held at the Millennium Maxwell House Hotel at 2025 Rosa L. Parks Blvd. Tickets are $35.00. If you plan on attending, please contact Sister Shewanna Buchanan by February 1. You must be an Active Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. and "Service to All Mankind"
Martin Luther King, Jr. was such a vital part of the civil rights movement and his voice continues to speak today. It is because of his dedication, work and efforts, we have more equality in the world today. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s National Founders' Day, Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter will further serve the Nashville community, as we offer "Service to All Mankind." Enjoy your holiday and we too hope that you make it a day on, not a day off.
Our Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Service Projects:
1 - North Nashville Second Harvest Harvest Food Bank –Sorting Food
Survival Kits for Homeless Children
9 - South Nashville Ride for Readers-Book Donation to area Schools
0 - East Nashville Clean-Up Day
8 - West Nashville Furnishing Supplies for a Women’s Treatment Facility
National History & International Programs
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, the oldest Greek-letter organization established by black college women in America, was founded in 1908 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. The idea was conceived by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle who viewed the sorority "as an instrument for enriching the social and intellectual aspects of college life by providing mental stimulation through interaction with friends and associates." The small group of women who organized the sorority was conscious of a privileged position as college-trained women of color, just one generation removed from slavery. They resolved that their college experiences should be as meaningful and productive as possible. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded to apply that determination, however, its influence extends beyond campus quads and student recreational interests. It has a legacy of service that expands, rather than ends, with college graduation.
The goals of its program activities center on significant issues involving families, communities, government halls and world assembly chambers. Its efforts constitute a priceless part of the global experience in the 21st century.
Since its founding over a century ago, Alpha Kappa Alpha’'s mission has been to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women. The sorority seeks to study and to 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 National Program
The National Program Theme for 2010-2014 is "Global Leadership
Through Timeless Service”" . The program initiatives embrace six-target
areas:
- Asthma Prevention and Management Initiative
- Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
For more information about our national platform, please visit our international website at www.aka1908.com .
The Founders
Norma Elizabeth Boyd
Lillie Burke
Ethel Hedgeman Lyle
Lucy Diggs Slow
Lavinia Norman
Marjorie Hill
Alice P. Murray
Carrie Snowden
Sara Meriwether Nutter
Marie Woolfolk Taylor
Anna Easter Brown
Ethel Jones Mowbray
Joanna Mary Berry Shields
Beulah Burke
Margaret Flagg Holmes
Harriet Josephine Terry
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter History
The Charter
On January 25, 1975, Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered on the campus of Meharry Medical College, the famed medical institute that provides training for physicians around the world. Students, spouses and employees of Meharry along with women from across Middle Tennessee, joined in the historic moment of the chapter's beginning. This effort made KLO the second chapter in Nashville, providing additional reach of the organization into the Nashville region.
Support from our sisters of Alpha Delta Omega chapter played a vital role in our chapter's chartering, recommending to Savanna C. Jones, then Southeastern Regional Director, that the chapter be formed. In addition to this, Lillian Dunn Thomas and Donzaleigh T. Patterson, both members of Alpha Delta Omega, were instrumental in this process.
Once officially organized, an official membership drive was held in 1976 where among the twenty ladies who took part Olivia Brown and Peggy Earnest - still active members of the chapter - became part of this illustrious organization.
Excellence in Service
Throughout the years, Kappa Lambda Omega has been focused on excellence and service to all mankind. The chapter has been involved in many successful projects, including awarding over $100,000 in scholarships to high school; raising money for various local and national charities; holding events and activities for residents of senior citizen homes; donating food to those in need and providing Christmas toys to disadvantaged children in the communities we serve. We have worked with various tutorial programs to foster education and learning among African American students along with our annual involvement in Special Olympics which are locally hosted on Vanderbilt University's campus.
Kappa Lambda Omega has demonstrated our care for the community by actively participating in volunteer activities, conducting seminars and events, providing awareness to health related issues that face our communities and supporting other organizations such as the NAACP - where as a chapter we are life members, the Urban League, Cleveland Job Corps and the United Negro College Fund.
Since our inception, several fundraising activities have allowed us to continue the work of supporting our great community. Pink Chablis, a formal dinner featuring musical entertainment, silent auction and dancing proves successful every time it is held and Little Miss AKA, our signature event for young ladies, fosters training and education in the areas of etiquette, social skills, creative arts, modeling and performing.
Impressive Leadership
Because of our chapter's impressive leadership, we have been able to accomplish so much in a thirty-six year timeframe. Our chapter hosted the 64th Southeastern Regional Conference in 1996. And in the same year, we adopted Home Mission Haven, a residential facility for the elderly in the mid 90s and continue a lasting legacy of interacting with vital members of our society.
In 1997 our chapter initiated and hosted the first-ever AKA Day on Capitol Hill, drawing more than 100 members from various chapters to the Tennessee State Capitol. AKA Day on Capitol Hill was later adopted by the Region and then the National sorority as a whole. KLO chapter members Mary Conner and Edith Taylor Langster were past chairmen of this event. We hosted the Cluster II-B conference in 1998, where Janice Woodard chaired a successful session held at Pearl-Cohn Comprehensive High School. In 1999, KLO saw positive media coverage in various capacities after organizing AKA Coat Day, where our chapter donated nearly 40 coats to the Nashville Rescue Mission for the homeless. We also provided more than 60 boxes filled with school supplies for children in Africa, including basic items along with dictionaries and encyclopedias.
The dawn of a new century, has not deterred the efforts of KLO. In fact, we participated and co-chaired our organizations national convention held here in 2006, where chapter member Elease Jolley was the chairman, and recently hosted the 75th Regional Conference of the Southeastern Region, under the leadership of chapter member Mary Conner.
Several of our members hold local, cluster, regional and national positions.
Thirty-four Years and Counting
In the years of KLO's existence, we have accomplished so much. More than we can possibly share. We proudly say we have no intentions of slowing down and will continue to grow and accomplish great things, while rendering service to all mankind.
Continuing The Tradition of Excellence
Greetings from our President Teresa Campbell and the Kappa Lambda Omega
Chapter. Campbell, is a native of Nashville, officially began her term on January
1, 2011. In her role as president, Campbell will oversee the second largest
graduate chapter in the metropolitan Nashville area comprised of more than
150 members. Campbell's charge is to support the mission, goals and
programs of Alpha Kappa Alpha by focusing on the initiatives of the National
President, emerging young leaders, health, global poverty, economic security,
social justice, and leadership.
Campbell, who has been a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha for 15 years, was
first initiated in Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter. She has served in numerous
leadership roles within the sorority, including vice president, 2nd Vice
President, Secretary, Assistant Secretary and Graduate Advisor Assistant for Pi
Chapter at Fisk University for over six years. Campbell chaired one of the 2004
Boule Committees when in Nashville, a 2007 Regional Committee, also when in Nashville, served as the Programs Chair for the past two years, and co-chaired the Little Miss AKA Pageant in 1998, the chapter’s major fund-raiser.
"It is a great privilege to serve as the President of Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter, especially to serve this wonderful sisterhood",” says Campbell. “"I am very excited and extremely blessed to be able to use my skills and leadership to allow KLO to continue to give back and have a positive impact on our community."
Campbell is a business leader and currently serves as a Client Services Senior Supervisor at CSC. A graduate of Tennessee State University, Campbell holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a MBA, with a Health Care Management focus, from the University of Phoenix.
In addition to her service with Alpha Kappa Alpha, Campbell serves on the Board of Directors with the City of Life Community Development Corporation as the Fundraising/Resource Chair and is a member of CABLE women’s networking organization where she serves as the Nominee / Judges Chair for the ATHENA Awards, 2010 - 2011. She also served as a board member of Safe Haven Family Shelter from 2006 to 2009 and is a member of the NAACP.
Under Campbell’s leadership, she plans to place an emphasis on sisterhood, increased community service, local and national partnerships and alliances, and increased visibility for Kappa Lambda Omega.
Current Officers
Teresa Campbell
President
Charlotte Anderson
First Vice President
Harlyn Hardin
Second Vice President
Sandra Cole Tubbs
Secretary
Arlene Cummings
Assistant Secretary
Erika Anderson
Financial Secretary
Kevia Thompson
Assistant Financial Record Manager
Tanaka Vercher
Financial Record Manager
Ekaette Udoumana
Assistant Financial Secretary
Yolonda Brooks Robinson
Corresponding Secretary
Juanita Cousins
Assistant Corresponding Secretary
Lauren Simpson
Ivy Leaf Reporter
Sharon Gentry
Parliamentarian
Cassandra Gray
Courtesy Officer
Tonya Cartwright
Chaplain
LaKisha Prowell
Historian
Elease Jolley
Graduate Advisor
Andrea Wilson
Keeper of the Door
Past Leadership
Past Chapter Presidents
Treva Young Smith
2008-2010
Pamela Bright
2005-2008
Cleatrice C. McTorry
2003-2005
Janice Woodard
2001-2003
Deborah Bright Johnson
1999-2001 (Deceased)
Mary Conner
1997-1999
Peggy Earnest
1994-1997
Paulette Allen
1992-1994
Denise Cox
1990-1992
1987-1990
Mary Jordan
1986-1987
Shelvy Bowers
1985-1986
Sharon Smith
1983-1985
Lueatrice Green
1982-1983
Olivia Brown
1981-1982
1979-1981
Quinta Martin
1977-1979
Anita Baccus
1976-1977
Sharon Freeman
1975-1976
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter Programs
Program Initiatives
Kappa Lambda Omega’s program initiatives are consistent with the current national initiatives of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. They are inspired by a dedicated investment of human capital and a bold commitment to the principles of basic human rights. KLO is determined to devote its talent and resources to these causes. Awareness, advocacy and action are the primary vehicles for the worldwide delivery of these service programs.
The National Program Theme for 2010-2014 is "Global Leadership Through Timeless Service" .
The program initiatives embrace six-target areas:
-Asthma Prevention and Management Initiative
-Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability
KLO Activities and Events
Although there are several events and activities that KLO participates in to meet initiative goals and benefit the community, some of the chapters signature events are:
KLO Scholarship Program
Little Miss AKA Pageant
Community Partners
Kappa Lambda Omega extends appreciation to community partners who assist the chapter in achieving its initiative goals and serving the Nashville community!
Kappa Lambda Omega Scholarship Program
2011 KLO Scholarship Program
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter will present three types of scholarships in support of the 2011 scholarship program.
In addition to KLO's General Chapter Scholarships, two additional scholarship opportunities have been established. The Lillian Dunn Thomas Scholarship and the Donzaleigh Patterson Scholarship are provided in honor of two members of Alpha Kappa Alpha who were instrumental in establishing the Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter. These scholarships will be awarded to applicants who will attend Fisk University or Tennessee State University.
Please download and print the 2012 Scholarship Cover Letter and Application below:
2012 Scholarship Cover Letter
2012 Scholarship Application
For more information about the KLO Scholarship Program, please contact the KLO Scholarship Committee.
Kappa Lambda Omega Little Miss AKA Pageant
Little Miss AKA Pageant 2010
Kappa Lambda Omega continued its tradition of molding young girls into beautiful Pink Tea Roses of Tennessee with its 12th Biennial Little Miss AKA Pageant (LMAKA), held on November 13, 2010. Little Miss Kennedy is a 3rd grader at Rock Springs Elementary and aspires to be a dentist. Her hobbies include dancing and running track, and she is a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Kennedy was sponsored by KLO members Harlyn Hardin and Tami McNeil.
First Runner Up was Freda Fielder, who aspires to be a dentist or teacher when she grows up. Anyah Gilmore Jones was named Second Runner Up. Anyah aspires to be an entrepreneur when she grows up. Miss Kira Wolfe received the Miss Congeniality Award. A 6th grader at IT Creswell Arts Magnet, Kira is the daughter of JK Hunter. Kira wants to pursue a career as an actress, singer and dancer. The pageant, held at the Baptist World Center was the pinnacle of five months of cultural, educational and social activities.
Fifty-four contestants, ages six through 12, developed friendships as they visited state museums, as well as attended workshops on etiquette, healthy lifestyles and fiscal responsibility. The pageant is an important factor in the constructive growth of young black girls as Kappa Lambda Omega seeks to nurture their development. More than 300 community members and parents attended the event. The Little Miss AKA Pageant is Kappa Lambda Omega’s largest fundraiser and it funds scholarships, community service projects and chapter programs. Dozens of Nashville businesses and hundreds of individuals sponsored the pageant raising more than $30,000.
For more information about KLO's Little Miss AKA Pageant, please contact the chapter .
Little Miss AKA Pageant 2012 Application
Kappa Lambda Omega Emerging Young Leaders
Emerging Young Leaders (Initiative I)
The “"Emerging Young Leaders"” is the 2010 -2014 signature program of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for middle school girls. Consisting of four AKAdemies, the program is designed to extend the vision of the sorority by cultivating and encouraging high scholastic achievement through: 1) Leadership Development, 2) Educational Enrichment, 3) Civic Engagement, and 4) Character Building. The program’s objectives is to mentor skills and talents of middle school girls (grades 6, 7and 8) with potential for becoming leaders within their local communities, as well as in other venues.
Please click the link below to download cover letter, application, and to review additional criteria and information regarding the " Emerging Young Leaders " program.
Kappa Lambda Omega Initiative V
Filling Backpacks for the Oasis Center
On Thursday, volunteers spent time preparing backpacks at a non-profit organization that will be distributed to homeless children around the Nashville area. One hundred backpacks were filled with necessities such as clothing, water, food, bus passes and hygiene items as part of the Oasis Street Outreach Backpack Program by members of Kappa Lambda Omega. Volunteer and Kappa Lambda Omega President Theresa Campbell was among the volunteers preparing the backpacks. "If you think about it, those teenagers are homeless. They don't have those necessities that we have in our daily lives," she said. According to Hal Cato is the center's CEO, the backpacks which will be distributed by trained staff and volunteers and serve multiple purposes when reaching out to homeless children and teens in the area. Read More About the Story
Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter Membership
Reactivation Information
Alpha Kappa Alpha members who have been inactive for more than one year and wish to reactivate with Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter should complete the Graduate Chapter Reactivation Form and submit to our Financial Secretary. The form should be accompanied by a money order/certified check along with any reactivation/reinstatement fees and/or any applicable chapter dues, fees and assessments. If you have additional questions about reactivating, Click Here , or contact our Membership Chairman, Pamela Bright or our President, Teresa Campbell .
Click here to download the Graduate Chapter Reactivation Form
Membership Intake Process (MIP)
The Sorority's official graduate Membership Intake Process (MIP) is by invitation only. Membership invitations may not be solicited. For more information regarding membership intake please visit our International website .
Meeting Information
We are a welcoming chapter and enjoy providing sisterly support for those who may be relocating to the Nashville area or just exploring reactivation with a local chapter. Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter meetings are open to members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ONLY . If you are a member and can provide supporting documentation (Ivy Leaf, financial card, etc...) along with a photo ID, we would love to have you visit us and invite you to join us on the second Sunday of each month. Our meetings are from 2:00 - 4:30 PM on Tennessee State University's campus in the Farrell-Westbrook Agricultural Research and Extension Complex ("The Barn") from September - June. All attendees are expected to wear business attire.
For more information about chapter meetings, reactivation, or other membership questions please contact Pamela Bright.
We believe in working hard to play hard and receiving each other in a way that makes each member feel comfortable and essential to our overall organizational success. So please join us and support the continued success of Kappa Lambda Omega's heritage of service!
Directions to Farrell-Westbrook Agricultural Research and Extension Complex ("The Barn")
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KLO Corresponding Secretary
KLO Scholarship Chair
Tami McNeil
KLO Membership Chair
KLO Technology Chair
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