The resolution commends Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, for its significant contributions to the community and designates February 25, 2025, as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day at the State Capitol. Founded in 1908 at Howard University, Alpha Kappa Alpha is recognized as the first Greek-letter organization for college-educated Black women in the United States. With a membership exceeding 360,000 women globally, the sorority has played a vital role in various sectors, including education, politics, and healthcare, and has included notable figures such as former Vice President Kamala Harris and former First Ladies Michelle Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton.
The resolution highlights the sorority's commitment to service, particularly in addressing the needs of the Black community through educational and health initiatives. It acknowledges the presence of 21 chapters throughout Arkansas, which actively engage in community service and development. The Senate expresses its appreciation for the sorority's ongoing efforts and looks forward to celebrating Alpha Kappa Alpha Day, which will bring together state officials and sorority members to promote participation in the legislative process.