Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Rho Xi Omega Chapter
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ROOTED DEEP IN THE COMMUNITY OF BALTIMORE, CONNECTED BY SISTERHOOD
It all began with a desire to better Baltimore...
On December 3, 1988, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Rho Xi Omega Chapter was chartered by 80 dynamic women. They believed Baltimore would be better served with the establishment of a second graduate chapter. The chartering was completed under the leadership of Soror Idell Pugh, the North Atlantic Regional Director. Our chapter was grounded in a need, a desire to expand the reach of Alpha Kappa Alpha in Baltimore. This foundation has guided our chapter growth, execution of programs of service, and sisterly spirit since 1988.
In 1990, our chapter established a charitable nonprofit organization, Cultured Pearls of Service, Incorporated (formerly known as Rho Xi Omega Charities, Incorporated), as its public service arm to more effectively manage its programs of service and expand funding opportunities.
Since its inception, Rho Xi Omega Chapter has served the Baltimore community in numerous capacities through its education, health, and family initiatives. The chapter has raised thousands of dollars by participating in the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Greater Chesapeake’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake, and during the early years in the AIDSWalk.
Rho Xi Omega Chapter has awarded well over $125,000 in scholarships to college-bound students. In 2005, our chapter finalized a $10,000 scholarship endowment at the Baltimore City Community College. We were the first fraternal organization to finalize an endowment at BCCC.
The Rho Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is part of the North Atlantic Region. For more information about the North Atlantic Region and their activities please visit https://aka1908.com/northatlantic.
Past Presidents
2017-2020 - Dr. Scheherazade W. Forman
2013-2016 - Tracey Barbour-Gillett
2009-2012 - Sheryl L. Nelson
2007-2008 - Allison Riddle-Fletcher*
2003-2006 - Helen Griffin Anderson
1999-2002 - JoAnn C. Jolivet
1995-1998 - Karen C. Barland
1991-1994 - Vivian V. Braxton
1988-1990 - Yvonne Holt-Stone
Asterisk (*) denotes Ivy Beyond the Wall
Rho Xi Omega Executive Committee
Monica White
First Vice President
Monica L. King
Second Vice President
Morgan Thomas
Secretary
Vanessa S. Ray
Assistant Secretary
Charnetta Holmon
Treasurer
Shanika Anderson
Vice Treasurer
Deborah Clay
Financial Secretary
Jeri Bentley
Vice Financial Secretary
Donna Price
Parlimentarian
Nina Spencer
Asst. Parlimentarian
Jennifer Robinson
Sergeant of Arms
Amber Clyburn
Corresponding Secretary
Anita Ruiz-Brittingham
Ivy Leaf Reporter
Michele Baldwin
Historian
Jackie Collins-Miller
Member At Large
Carley Offer
Member At Large
Marquise Blake Spencer
Member At Large
Constance Tucker
Member At Large
Donna El Amin
Hostess
Janet Nance Richardson
Graduate Advisor
Lamda Beta
Nichole M. Wallace
Graduate Advisor
Upsilon Gamma
Since Rho Xi Omega Was Chartered on December 3, 1988...
55+
Programs of Service
Scholarships awarded to deserving students
$12k+
300+
Members
ABOUT US
Throughout the Baltimore community, Rho Xi Omega’s history spans 31 years of service. We are fulfilling the legacy of vibrant and visionary women who founded Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 112 years ago.
Deep Community Roots
Rho Xi Omega has a rich and philanthropic background within Baltimore and across the Nation. Since inception, we have served the Baltimore community in numerous capacities since 1988.
Program Initiatives
Our chapter expands its community presence of HBCU For Life, Women’s Healthcare and Wellness, Building an Economic Legacy, The Arts, and Global Impact initiatives.
Reputation for Giving Back
Cultured Pearls of Service, Inc., provides comprehensive programs and services to improve the educational growth, health, cultural, and socioeconomic status youths and families.
Awards & Scholarships
Offered to Baltimore metro area high-school seniors. Interested students are encouraged to apply by downloading the application. All awards are renewable for 4 years.