Delta Sigma Theta Personal Statement

Without people like Rosa Parks, America would still be a dangerous and uncomfortable place for African Americans to live. What Rosa Parks did impacted the country greatly and will be remembered for a long time. She has paved the way for other people to make a positive difference in the world, causing it to become a better place for

It is not overlooked that her appointment has arrived in the after math of the tragic Charleston massacre and Bree Newsome’s removal of the confederate flag in South Carolina. Twitty has made history with her epic appointment in the rural south. Twitty has shown the true meaning of staying true to self, following your passion to make a difference and lead by example, not only for African American young women, but for all young people that are determined to focus on their career goals. According to the Chicago Defender, Jasmine Twitty is an Alumnae of the College of Charleston and is a member of the Upstate Network Young Professionals Board where she helps to improve career development for youth.

My interest in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. sparked when I met Sheila Hudson. At the time I had no idea that she was an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. What I saw in Shelia Hudson was a smart, accomplished, proficient women who completely shattered all of my preconceived expectations of what I thought a sorority girl was supposed to be like.

Steinem also helped found the National Women’s Political Caucus. This is a group that continues in its efforts to “...advance the numbers of pro-equality women in elected and appointed office at a national and state

As an African American female, it is extremely important to not only inspire others, but help my community by taking action—actually

This horrible incident inspired Ida to begin her anti-lynching crusade. A national holiday should be dedicated to Ida B. Wells, who has had a positive impacted on this country because of her civic and political participation for women’s and civic rights. Ida has had a big impact on today’s society because her actions has helped changed the way African Americans are treated and allowed women to have the right to vote. As a woman, I’m allowed to vote and am treated with respect due to Ida’s civic and political participation.

Elizabeth Jennings was a strong independent women, and she was very important. She created civil rights movement by illuminating to the world that difference is not important. Also, she innovated the way we treated the african-americans. She was on of the first people to take a stand, and she even came before Rosa Parks. Elizabeth Jennings created very important thing, called Civil Rights Movement.

Deborah Dagit seems to be a very strong person inside and out. Not only does she have a disability, but she uses it and her personal strength to help others facing the same difficulties. Deborah should stand as an inspirational figure for all ages through her strength, willpower, and courage in helping others. I found it interesting how Deborah changed her career right in the middle of college, because she decided to do something that she knew about and lived through. This related to me at this time of life, because I am in the middle of figuring out what I want to do for my career.

For the women in the North, it was a time to change what exactly they stood for. In the South, it was a challenge they could all face together. And for the African American women in both sides, it was a promise of freedom. By the time the war ended, the definition of the Cult of True Womanhood and expanded, and opened many opportunities for the women from

I have had the great privilege and blessing of being an African American female in America. Most people would consider this a curse because of the difficult and challenging journey, but I consider it a blessing. Being an African American female has made me strong and resilient. I stand on the backs of my ancestors who have conquered immense struggle and misfortune but still manage to survive and thrive. African Americans are academics, scientists, inventors, entertainers, and much more.

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Kappa Gamma Pi is a prestigious honor society that only a select group of student’s quality to apply for membership. It is a great honor to be offered the opportunity to become a part of an honor society that has an emphasis on excellence in leadership. Throughout my college career at St Joseph’s College and within my daily life I strived to achieve excellence. Leadership is an essential skill one must obtain especially within my program of study, Child Study. A teacher acts as a role model, and guide for their students.

While attending Avon High School I was very active in participating in many different clubs offered. I spent much of my time being a member of Business Professionals of America. I held different offices one being Vice President. While involved I competed at the state level for three years in varying events. I also was recognized for my level of volunteer work in my community at the national level.

1. Description A. At my previous University, Notre Dame of Maryland University, I belonged to a student run organization by the name of S.W.E.E.T; Strong Women Empowering Encouraging Transforming. The mission statement of the organization is to create a diverse sisterhood that encourages Notre Dame women to honor themselves and instill integrity through community and charity involvement, as well as learning many ways one can express themself through creative outlets. The organization was composed of at least 30 members and 4 E-Board members one of which including myself.

From the moment they step onto their college campuses for freshman orientation, undergraduate students are encouraged to get involved and make the most of their college experience. Joining Greek life by way of social sororities and social fraternities is a well-known way for undergrads to do this both on their college campuses and within the community. Despite the opportunities that these organizations offer, some colleges and universities are considering whether or not to continue offering their students the opportunity to join such Greek organizations on their campuses due to many recent incidents within the last decade. The New Jersey Institute of Technology has shared statistics on members of fraternities and sororities on their website such as there being 9 million Greeks nationally, 43 of the nation’s 50 largest corporations being headed by fraternity men, along with 85% of Fortune 500 executives and 40 of the 47 U.S. Supreme Court Justices since 1910 and that over 70% of Greeks graduate while under 50% of non-Greek students graduate, among other