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January 15, 1908 · Education, Leadership & Service

Sisterhood as Infrastructure

At Howard University, Ethel Hedgemon Lyle and eight fellow students founded Alpha Kappa Alpha—the first Greek-letter organization established by Black college women.

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Then

Black women in higher education faced barriers shaped by both racism and sexism, with few institutions built around their advancement.

Now

Alpha Kappa Alpha’s longevity shows how organized sisterhood can turn education into sustained public service.

Next

Build organizations strong enough to develop leaders, preserve knowledge, and serve communities across generations.

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