Upsilon Alpha Omega Celebrates 25 Years of Service in Gwinnett Co

Upsilon Alpha Omega (UAO) has a lot to be excited about this year. They are celebrating their Silver Star year by serving Gwinnett County for 25 years and 111 years of service as an International Organization with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 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, Inc. as they pertain to the needs of Gwinnett County, Georgia. Today, Upsilon Alpha Omega, the first African-American Greek-letter organization in Gwinnett County has over 300+ members and has made a significant impact on the community.

Since its inception, UAO has given $400,000 in scholarships and raised over $80,000 for Gwinnett Relay for Life. They also do adopt- a-road clean-ups, provide events to bring awareness to women’s health and wellness, support Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) and all societal issues that directly impact Gwinnett County citizens such as voter registration drives. UAO has partnered with many corporate sponsors, community partners, the Gwinnett County Public Schools, and other Greek letter organizations in Gwinnett County to carry out these events. UAO definitely has a lot to be proud of and is confirmed with this statement from their chapter president, Nicola McIntyre, "I am honored and humbled to lead Upsilon Alpha Omega chapter during this significant moment in time! As we celebrate 25 years of service in Gwinnett County and beyond, I applaud the women of this chapter who have planted firm roots, created a solid foundation, and passed the torch to those who have served significantly with unwavering dedication as women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.! We have built strong bonds of sisterly love, positively impacting many lives. We will continue to make a difference, UNITED in a SPIRIT of EXCELLENCE!"

To celebrate this milestone occasion, Upsilon Alpha Omega is hosting a formal affair this Saturday, March 2nd at 6:30 pm at the Infinite Energy Center. The event will include dinner, dancing, live music, and more! The Mistress of Ceremonies will be TV personality Rashan Ali, host on Sister Circle. They want to share the momentous occasion with the community. They will also acknowledge their corporate sponsors and community partners at this event. This is sure to be an affair to remember.