SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Mattie Hunter proclaimed May 6, 2026 as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day in honor of the historically African-American sorority leading in service and scholarship for 118 years.

“Alpha Kappa Alpha is an organization that has gracefully served a range of communities since its inception,” said Hunter (D-Chicago). “It has been an honor to be a part of a lifelong sisterhood such as this one. We continue to uphold the morals we were founded on, and it brings me much joy to see.”

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was founded on Jan. 15, 1908 on the campus of Howard University in Washington D.C. to promote high scholastic ability, service and friendship between college women. The sorority has nearly 400,000 members and continues to grow internationally. In Illinois, the sorority has a total of 50 chapters – with 18 located on college and university campuses and 32 alumnae chapters located within various communities throughout the state.

Hunter, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, spearheaded Senate Resolution 734 to acknowledge the work of the sorority and its “service to all mankind.” The sorority has initiatives dedicated to building within their own communities, advocating for social justice, working to create better environments, along with many more. Alpha Kappa Alpha continues to soar in service and sisterhood.

Senate Resolution 734 was adopted by the Senate on Wednesday.