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Are you currently involved in other organizations? If so how many? Is your interest in AKA genuine or is it just another organization to add to your resume? Do you think you can remain a committed member to those you are already involved in and maintain membership in AKA if you are chosen? Do you have the funds to support all? Do you have the time to support all?


Yes, I am currently involved in other organizations. In some organizations, like my professional organization, I am just a member. In others, a personal contributor or an active member. In some organizations, you form mentor-like relationships so it would be neglient to just let those relationships go by the wayside. Others, it really depends on the level of commitment and finances the organization requires. If granted membership, I would certainly have to reprioritize my schedule.

What are you actively doing to obtain membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha? If you are a grad level interest, do you find that attending grad events are expensive? If so, how do you expect to pay dues?

I am new to being an interest on a graduate level. Right now, I am just trying to attend events and mingle (which is kinda hard for me). I don't think attending grad events are expensive because I see it as an investment, especially since some of the money usually goes towards the philanthropic goals of the chapter. Although my investment may not give me the return I would like (because membership is NOT guaranteed), you have to take that risk to get results.

For any contacts made with members, is it genuine (considering these will be the people you may be working with) or is it just a means to an end (I've got letters)?

My contact with members and sisterfriends is always genuine. This is part of the reason I find it hard to mingle. I never want it to come off as, "Hi. I am only introducing myself because I want to be a member of your sorority." However, if you never introduce yourself, you are forgettable.

Have you done a self-assessment to determine are you really up to par? Do you find that your peers (those who are interest like yourself) are up to par?

I am constantly assessing and reassessing myself in order to grow and evolve. I cannot speak on other interests because it is not for me to decide if they are up to par.

If an AKA chapter on your campus holds programs and community service events and you don't attend, how do you expect to show interest? How do you expect the members to even notice you and decided whether you'd make a good member by organizing and participating in those events that you couldn't attend?

I try to attend whatever events I am aware of.

If you do attend programs and community service events, do you make yourself known to members? Do members only know a face without a name?

This goes back to my mingling issue. It is not that I don't have the nerve. I am a very outgoing individual, and normally I can start conversations with anyone. I just worry about protocol and doing things the appropriately.

If you were invited for membership, are you ready for the challenges/rewards? How are you prepared for the challenges/rewards?

I cannot really say for sure if am ready because I am sure it would create some changes that I am not aware of. I can say that I am always open to new challenges and opportunities. I continue to work on my time management skills and leadership skills. Hopefully, maintaining an open heart and mind will prepare me for the challenges and rewards if invited for membership.