The inaugural Greater Atlanta Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) College Fair sponsors, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Rho Kappa Lambda Chapter are inviting all Georgia high school students and their families from across the state to participate in this educational, progressive and enlightening event. This college fair is free and open to the public.
The HBCU Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at Meadowcreek High School, 4455 Steve Reynolds, Boulevard, Norcross, GA. Recruiters and representatives from more than 30 highly respected HBCUs from across the country including Howard University, Morehouse College, Spelman College, Tuskegee University, Clark Atlanta University, Tennessee State University and Florida A&M University will explain why attending an HBCU may be the ideal college choice. The fair registration link is: www.hbcucf.org - registration is required. Students who are interested in the fair will receive additional details and information following registration.
About Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is an international service organization that was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American, college-educated women. Alpha Kappa Alpha is comprised of nearly 300,000 members in 1,024 graduate and undergraduate chapters. Led by the organization’s 30th International President Glenda Baskin Glover, Alpha Kappa Alpha is often hailed as “America’s premier Greek-letter organization for African-American women.” For more information on Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and its programs, visit www.aka1908.com .
About Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter
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On January 29, 1994, thirty aspiring professional women chartered the Upsilon Alpha Omega Chapter in Lawrenceville, Georgia. The group gathered to implement and support the international programs of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated as they pertain to the needs of Gwinnett County, Georgia. Today, Upsilon Alpha Omega, the first African-American Greek-letter organization in Gwinnett County is 300+ members strong, and has made a significant impact on the community. Nicola McIntyre serves as President. Georgette Sherman serves as Vice-President.
About Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Rho Kappa Lambda
The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated - Rho Kappa Lambda Chapter have proudly served the Gwinnett County, Georgia community since 2000 through Manly Deeds, Scholarship and Love of All Mankind. The chapter, seated in Duluth, Ga., is active in various community projects and initiatives, while maintaining a strong focus on education, mentorship, service and advocacy. To learn more about Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Rho Kappa Lambda Chapter and its brothers, please visit www.rhokappalambda.org."
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