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The situations that both Wes Moore’s experience throughout the story The Other Wes Moore are real life problems that people face each and every day. But what is being done to change this? Every day people fall victim to things such as racism, assimilation, political and economic power, and tokenism. Yet, there are ways to help people who are experiencing problems such as these. The only thing that needs to be done is to have enough people stand up for these problems. Whether the solutions to these

fraternity based on the stereotypes these organizations uphold, well I chose to differ. I told myself if I ever decided to become a member of a sorority it would be based solely on their ethical standards, history, and values they are founded upon. Alpha Kappa Alpha, Incorporated consists of ladies of distinction and exemplary character who excel in scholarship, leadership, and service, which are qualities I have chosen to uphold. From my perspective, I encourage myself to maintain a respectable appearance

Out of oppression rises resilient individuals whose voices cannot be silenced. Though the exact circumstances may vary, both Frederick Douglass and Martin Luther King Jr. were empowered in the face of persecution. Both came from a place of suffering and restriction, were inspired by the brutality the observed, and attacks institutions which allowed these atrocities and others to continue. Their words, powerful and thought-provoking, will serve as pieces that will not soon be forgotten. Frederick

When I was attending elementary school, my third grade teacher, Mrs. Leak, assigned the class a journal, “who do you consider a hero and why?” Of course many of my peers wrote Batman, Superman, and Wonder woman. There were even a few who said no one. Some individuals may not ever believe in heroes, but they have never met my dad. If I was to spell out perfection, it would be my dad. Everything about my father make him the best hero including; his advice, personality, appearance, his wardrobe and

I work for the day that there will no longer be a mandatory minimum for melanin and hate speech is no longer freer than my and every person of color’s body. Every day, we seem to get closer and further from this day. Clocks no longer reliable to count the passing of time, but in divisive times, the signs are mixed up, and my math cannot seem to count up the holes left by deportations or people who did everything right, but it’s on the ground, then in the ground they are left. I came to Cornell identifying

opinion the purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. is to better society as a whole through the promotion of sisterhood, scholarship and service to it’s member and mankind. They are constantly evolving and reevaluating the needs of the human race. This is best emphasized in the New Dimensions of Service, which outlines the five targets of the organization as it pertains to service. I believe these targets are realistic, necessary and embody the main principle of Alpha Kappa Alpha and how they are all

Dear Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated: I am seeking membership into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated because I want to grow and become an exceptional black woman. I want to be a part of a sisterhood where I can be able to express myself, and see the greatness in ourselves reflected in each other. The Gamma Theta chapter of Alpha Kappa Sorority Incorporated goals and ladies embody everything that I want to be in my life. Throughout my freshman and sophomore year I observe

Dear Ladies of the Gamma Theta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated: I am seeking membership into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated because I want to grow and contribute my time and talent to an illustrious, originating organization. I aspire to be a part of a sisterhood where I can express myself, and have my skills nourished by prospering African –American women. This summer I was involved in a traumatic car accident and survived, tragically two of my dearest friends did not

I am interested in the Delta Iota Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. at Cheyney University. Being a lifetime member of the first sorority for African-American women has sparked my interest since childhood. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority means to me services provided by now all ethnicities for women to impact the community in a positive manner. The services since the beginning in 1908 have been immaculate. Many AKA’s were helping during the Great Depression, Civil Rights Movement, and today are

are sororities. These were the first sororities formed on college campuses and have successfully made a massive impact in every community. The first sorority to be born is known as the Alpha Kappa Alpha. Everyone has seen their bright colors and heard talk about their fierce attitude. Right? Alpha Kappa Alpha was born on the campus of Howard University on the date of January 15, 1908 (Ross 163). The AKA Sorority, Inc. was meditated upon one college student, but it took nine college women to collectively