The Small Chapter With a Big Heart!
Welcome to Tau Xi Omega
Presidents Message
Erika Henley
President, Tau Xi Omega
Dear Sorors, Family and Friends,
Welcome to the official website of Tau Xi Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc in Hamden, CT
We're a small chapter with a big heart and have proudly served our community for over 20 years. We work tirelessly to uphold the strong legacy of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated by committing ourselves to our community and striving to affect the lives we touch.
Please take the time to view our website and learn more about us, our organization and our mission.
Sorority History
Founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-trained women. To trace its history is to tell a story of changing patterns of human relations in America in the 20th century.
The small group of women who organized the Sorority was conscious of a privileged position as college-trained women of color, just one generation removed from slavery. They were resolute that their college experiences should be as meaningful and productive as possible. Alpha Kappa Alpha was founded to apply that determination.
As the Sorority grew, it kept in balance two important themes: the importance of the individual and the strength of an organization of women of ability and courage. As the world became more complex, there was a need for associations which cut across racial, geographical, political, physical and social barriers.
Alpha Kappa Alpha’s influence extends beyond campus quads and student interest. It has a legacy of service that deepens, rather than ends, with college graduation. The goals of its program activities center on significant issues in families, communities, government halls and world assembly chambers. Its efforts constitute a priceless part of the global experience in the 21st century.
Chapter History
Tau Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated was chartered on December 12, 1992 in Hamden, Connecticut under the leadership of Former North Atlantic Regional Director Erma W. Barron. Realizing there was a need for leadership, service, fortitude and sisterhood in the greater Hamden, Connecticut area the chartering members of Tau Xi Omega worked tirelessly to bring the presence of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to the area.
Despite many challenges faced, the small but dedicated chapter of Tau Xi Omega has worked hard to uphold the values of Alpha Kappa Alpha by making an impact in the community and becoming a positive influence for all.
Tau Xi Omega has sponsored Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America, Little League Baseball and Soap Box Derby Racing to show support for the community’s youth. The chapter has participated in the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Orientation Program, the adoption of The Connecticut Afro American Historical Society (CAAHS), Habitat for Humanity, numerous food drives and has collaborated with the Christian Community Action Agency.
Charter Members
Dora Lee Brown
Patricia Floyd Jenkins
Donna Gatling
Elaine C. Henley
Carol D. Johnson
Eva Johnson
Carol Strong-Robinson
Jacqueline Randolph
Vera Toney
Paula Venable
Gladys K. Whitney
Lisa Whitney
Patricia Whitney
Dawn Kountz
Tracey Mayes
Eleanor Echols
Linda Baldwin
Patricia Nixon
Bettye Swindell
Carol Cox
Renetta W. Hill
Shelley Joyner
Tanya Poole
Dianna O’ Brien
Valarie Powell
Angela Robinson
Gail Spence
Current/Past Presidents
Dora Brown 1992-1994
Carol Johnson 1995-1998
Lisa Whitney 1999-2002
Tracie Grimsley 2003-2004
Elaine Henley 2005-2008
Tracie Grimsley 2009
Elaine Henley 2010-2011
Deborah Miles 2011-2014
Carol Johnson 2014-2016
Erika Henley 2016-Present
Calendar of Events
2018-19
October 2018
Oct 4 Chapter Meeting
Oct 6 Cluster V
September 2018
Sep 6 Chapter Meeting
Sep 17 HBCU Impact Day
August 2018
Aug 12 TXO White Party
July 2018
Jul 6 68th Boule - Houston, TX
June 2018
Jun 7 Chapter Meeting
May 2018
May 3 Chapter Meeting
May 17 ASCEND
April 2018
Apr 5 Chapter Meeting
Apr 6 TXO Mohegan Sun Fundraiser
Apr 19 ASCEND
March 2018
Mar 1 Chapter Meeting
Mar 15 ASCEND
Mar 28 North Atlantic Regional Conference NYC
February 2018
Feb 1 Chapter Meeting
Feb 15 ASCEND
January 2018
Jan 4 Chapter Meeting
Jan 15 110th Founder's Day
Jan 18 ASCEND
December 2017
Dec 2 TXO 25th Anniversary Celebration
Dec 7 Chapter Meeting
November 2017
Nov 2 Chapter Meeting
Programs
Supreme in Service
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® is dedicated to implementing programs of service that enhance the social, economic, and educational well-being of the local, national and international communities. Programs remain the heart of AKA.
The size and scope of services provided to our communities have grown and significantly improve the quality of life for all who reside within our service areas.
The program theme for 2018-2022 is Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service. The International Program includes five program targets that are designed to advance the mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha with excellence and underscore our commitment to sustainable service.
The five program targets for 2018-2022 are:
Target 1: HBCU for Life: A Call to Action
Target 2: Women’s Healthcare and Wellness
Links
National Headquarters - www.aka1908.com
North Atlantic Regional Conference -www.akanorthatlantic.org
Members
Officers
Erika Henley, President
Brenda Washington, Vice President
Tanya Hughes, Secretary
Donna Ward, Assistant Secretary
Chelsea Little-Hughes, Corresponding Secretary
Linda Chatman, Treasurer
Cheryl Gatling-Galloway, Financial Secretary
Deborah Watts Miles, Parliamentarian
Claudette Beamon, Ivy Leaf Reporter
Kathy Wright, Sargent at Arms
Eleanor Echols, Hostess
Jennifer Guidry, Chaplin
General Members
Arlene Arias
Stephanie Barnes
Jayne Bonner
Dora L. Brown
Makenzie Burgess
Makia Burgess
Christina Dickerson-Cousin
Ndidi Feinberg
Linda Gatling
Christine Grant
Gyna M. Gant
Maureen Harry
Sylvia Haughton
Elaine Henley
Crystal Herron
Renetta Hill
General Members
Elizabeth Hilton
Kelly Hope
Carol Johnson
Sharon Jones-McCann
Shelly Joyner
Dawn Kountz
Jacquelyn Mayo
Cynthia Mitchell
Nicole Nunez
Valerie Parks
Cindy Porter
Jacqueline Randolph
Tracey L. Ware
Charlene White
Kathi Williams
Tiara Willie
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