Sorority celebrates service

By: Maddie Day ~Staff Writer~ Xavier’s Pi Upsilon Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority is hosting a week of events to celebrate 92 years of community service. The “Rise of a RHOyal Empire: Poodle Week 2014” began Nov. 8 and will continue through Nov. 16. On Nov. 10, the chapter raised awareness about diabetes at its “Battle RHOyal: Knock Out Health Disparities” event. Participants played Family Feud and battled for prizes. On Nov. 16, its members will host a reflective event at the Multicultural, Gender and Women’s Center that sheds light on the role of African-American women throughout history. The … Continue reading Sorority celebrates service

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosts Ivy Prince Scholarship Pageant

By: Lydia Rogers ~Staff Writer~ The RemArKAble Rho Psi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. hosted the fifth annual Ivy Prince Scholarship Pageant on Feb. 22. The Ivy Prince is a pageant that showcases the talents and contributions of the male students on campus. The annual event also provides contestants with the opportunity to receive a financial award that goes towards tuition and books. This year’s pageant was “suit and tie” themed. “This pageant involved five hardworking participants who competed for the crown by exemplifying excellence in intellect, character, originality and creativity,” Rho Psi Chapter President Deej Hall said. … Continue reading Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority hosts Ivy Prince Scholarship Pageant