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Greetings Sorors and Friends, 

The lovely ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Theta Chapter welcome you to our website! 
Theta Chapter prides itself on sisterhood, scholarship, and service. Our commitment to upholding these principles is demonstrated through our phenomenal programming, community service efforts, and continued leadership at The Ohio State University. For over 100 years, we have exemplified the standard of excellence first set by the illustrious founders and charter members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. We thank you for visiting our site and encourage you to leave a comment, sign the guestbook, and check for updates on upcoming events! 


Sincerely, 
Sydney Ligon 
Theta Chapter President

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®

Chapter History
 
Theta Chapter was chartered on February 2, 1921 at The Ohio State University, by five women. Their names were: Grace Boyd, Bertha Harrington, Mildred Henson, Thelma Moorman and Eva Jane Smith. In 1926, Theta Chapter hosted the Boule and since then Theta has co-hosted six regional conferences. Theta Chapter has had many acclaimed members including Faye Wattleton, Olympia Coles, and Elaena Harris. 

Theta Chapter is dedicated to our sorority's purpose and we shall continue to be pioneers and innovative history makers through our future programs and service.

Quick Facts

 

Motto: "By Culture and By Merit"

 

Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green

 

Symbol: Ivy Leaf

 

Flower: Pink Tea Rose

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The 2022-2026 International Program will focus on Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhoodâ„  under these five initiatives:

Empower Our Families
Build Our Economic Wealth
Enhance Our Environment
Advocate for Social Justice
Uplift Our Local Community

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Theta Established Programs 

Black Girl Magic Awards

T.O.G.A. Week

The NPHC Step Show

Ladies Night In

Think Pink Week

20 Pearls

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Ethel Hedgeman Lyle

Lillie Burke

Beulah Burke

Margaret Flagg Holmes

Marie Woolfolk Taylor

Lavinia Norman

Anna Easter Brown

Lucy Diggs Slowe

Marjorie Hill

Alice P Murray

Carrie Snowden

Ethel Jones Mowbray

Joanna Berry Shields

Sarah Meriweather Nutter

Harriet J. Terry

Norma Boyd

Minnie B. Smith

Nellie M. Quander

Julia E. Brooks

Nellie Pratt Russel

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