Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Greek letters

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is an international service organization that was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American college-educated women. The Upsilon Mu chapter was chartered at UConn on April 10, 2022.

Message from the Chapter President

Hi my name is Sia, and I’m super excited to be serving as the current chapter President! Being apart of the Upsilon Mu chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, has been an honor thus far. Throughout my membership, I have been surrounded by many amazing women who have been nothing but supportive and have shown me what it is like to be a true Alpha woman. If you would like to know more information about this illustrious organization, feel free to use the contact information provided on this page!

President: Sia Gbondo-Tugbawa

Expectations of Excellence Standings

Active Member GPA 3.275 3.370
New Member GPA 3.027 N/A
Philanthropy Dollars Raised (excluding HuskyTHON) $573.00 $134.97
HuskyTHON Dollars Raised (all school year)  N/A
Total Volunteer Hours 145.5 97.50
Chapter EOE Status Navy Grey
Semester Fall 2024 Spring 2025

Updated: May 2025

Organizational Conduct History

No findings of responsibility.

Quick Facts

Year Established at UConn: 2022
Chapter Name: Upsilon Mu
Nickname: AKA
Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green
Symbol: Ivy Leaf
Philanthropy: Women's Healthcare and Wellness
Motto: "By Culture and By Merit"
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