HR273 - Honoring the Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., at The University of Texas at Austin on the occasion of its Founders Week celebration.

      H.R. No. 273       R E S O L U T I O N          WHEREAS, The Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,   Inc., at The University of Texas at Austin is celebrating its   Founders Week in February 2025; and          WHEREAS, Alpha Kappa Alpha was established in 1908 at Howard   University as the nation's first sorority for African American   women; over the years, the organization and its affiliate chapters   have worked to foster sisterhood, promote social change, and   support women of all backgrounds through scholarship, service, and   leadership; and          WHEREAS, Founded in May 1959 at The University of Texas at   Austin, the Delta Xi Chapter has upheld the mission of Alpha Kappa   Alpha Sorority through its dedication to community service,   educational enrichment, and advocacy on behalf of marginalized   communities; exemplifying the ideal of "Service to All Mankind,"   the chapter's members have participated in numerous initiatives   that focus on health, economic development, education, the arts,   and the empowerment of women and girls; and          WHEREAS, As part of its Founders Week event, the Delta Xi   Chapter is honoring the legacy of the women who paved the way for   future generations of Alpha Kappa Alpha members; while celebrating   its heritage, the chapter is reaffirming its commitment to building   upon its founders' work in the areas of academic achievement, civic   responsibility, and social justice; and          WHEREAS, The members of the Delta Xi Chapter have   demonstrated a steadfast dedication to advancing the worthy goals   of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and to improving the quality of life   for their fellow citizens, and they are indeed deserving of   recognition for their contributions as they celebrate this special   occasion; now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas   Legislature hereby honor the Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha   Sorority, Inc., on the occasion of its Founders Week celebration   and extend to the chapter's members sincere best wishes for the   future; and, be it further          RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be   prepared for the chapter as an expression of high regard by the   Texas House of Representatives.     Jones of Harris     ______________________________   Speaker of the House                 I certify that H.R. No. 273 was adopted by the House on   February 19, 2025, by a non-record vote.     ______________________________   Chief Clerk of the House