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Who we are
Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter is a multi-generational chapter comprised of like-minded women. We are dedicated to serving the residents of Southern Prince George’s County in Maryland by “Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood” through Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® program initiatives.
Our Story
Beginning
The Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter began with the vision of six phenomenal Alpha Kappa Alpha women — Irene Bullock-Overton, Patricia Bell, Annette Boxley-Drew, V’Nell A. DeCosta, Brenda Skipwith, and Gloria Watson— who saw the need for programs of service in Fort Washington, Maryland. These women took the necessary steps to charter a graduate chapter to serve the residents of Fort Washington and other areas in Southern Prince George’s County.
The women formed an interest group in April 1996 and named the group the "Pink Oyster Interest Group.” They chose the name because it reflects the process it takes for an oyster to become a pearl, hard work and diligence.
On December 7, 1997, 39 sorority members chartered the Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter. The chapter is the 903 chapter in Alpha Kappa Alpha and the 122 chapter in the Notable North Atlantic Region.
Today
Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter recently reached an historic milestone on December 7, 2022, achieving 26 years of service to all mankind. The chapter that began with 39 members today boasts a membership of nearly 200.
Servant Leaders (past and present)
Eight dynamic women have served as president of Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter.
• Irene Bullock-Overton – 1997-2000
• Andriae Holt– 2001-2004
• Lezell Murphy– 2005-2008
• Genesta Belton– 2009-2010
• Daphney Elder– 2011-2012
• V’Nell A. DeCosta– 2013-2014
• Danaeka Spear Wilkes– 2015-2018
• Keli Jackson– 2019-2022
• Quindella Fletcher – current president
Legacy of Continued Service
The categories of members below represent a lifelong commitment to Alpha Kappa Alpha service.
• The chapter has two Pearl members with 65 years of service as an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman.
• The chapter has 19 Golden members with 50 years of service as Alpha Kappa Alpha women.
• The chapter has more than 100 members with 25 years of service as Alpha Kappa Alpha women.
Future
Upsilon Tau Omega Chapter members look forward to continuing to serve Southern Prince George’s County residents for years to come.
We plan to engage, elevate, empower, and energize the community focusing on the following international sorority 2022-2026 initiatives:
• Empower Our Families
• Build Our Economic Wealth
• Enhance Our Environment
• Advocate for Social Justice
• Uplift Our Local Community
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