Xi Psi Omega Chapter
Danette Anthony Reed
31st International President
The members of Xi Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated are pleased to announce our 31st International President, Danette Anthony Reed. She will lead our organization for the next four years, 2023 -2027, under the theme “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood.”
WELCOME TO ALPHA KAPPA
ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
XI PSI OMEGA CHAPTER - 40 YEARS OF SERVICE
On October 21, 1983, Xi Psi Omega became the first chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in Alaska with Soror Norma Jean Tucker presiding over the chartering ceremony. Nine visiting Sorors from Los Angeles and the Bay Area of California were in attendance for the chartering and other activities, including a much needed workshop on the rituals and focus of the Sorority.
Our Purpose
The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and 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.
Our Vision & Values
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the premier unique sisterhood of distinguished professional women united to serve humankind.
We strive for unity and excellence within our sorority and community by developing a strong sisterhood, collaborative partnerships and carrying out the International program initiatives of Alpha Kappa Alpha with integrity. Members of Xi Psi Omega Chapter will endeavor to adhere to the 14 guiding principles of Alpha Kappa Alpha: sisterhood, unity, high ethical standards, character, respect, communication, high scholastic achievement, leadership, education, health, family, the arts, technology, and economics.
President's Message
Greetings!
Welcome to our website!
The members of Xi Psi Omega Chapter are committed to supporting communities throughout Alaska, including the greater Anchorage and Fairbanks areas. We are committed to implementing the International Program Initiatives of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® with an overarching theme of “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service & Sisterhood.” Service and sisterhood have been the cornerstone of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® since 1908.
This administration has six initiatives. Strengthen Our Sisterhood will serve as the administration’s “Foundation Initiative as we strengthen our bonds to support our service mission. The remaining five initiatives will serve as the “Program Initiatives” and include Empower Our Families, Build Our Economic Wealth, Enhance Our Environment, Advocate for Social Justice, and Uplift Our Community.
Additionally, through our Community Request Fund and our Scholarship Fund, we provide financial support to community organizations and academic scholarships to graduating seniors throughout Alaska made possible through generous donations from individuals from around the world.
Xi Psi Omega Chapter leads by example and works collaboratively with other local Divine 9 chapters and community service organizations throughout Alaska to provide unparalleled support to our communities. We encourage you to take a moment to browse through our website, become acquainted with our service and members, and learn more about who we are.
Xi Psi Omega Chapter is a part of the Far Western Region of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ®. This region includes Alaska, Arizona, California, Oregon, Washington, and Utah all under the leadership of Regional Director, Shelby D. Boagni.
In Service,
Deanne Woodard
Deanne Woodard, President
Jaylah Clark, Vice President
