About Us
Gamma Nu Omega
Chapter History
The Gamma Nu Omega Chapter was established in Columbia, South Carolina on February 7, 1942, by 17 energized, sophisticated, and poised ladies under the leadership of Flossie M. Dedmond. Thirty-nine dynamic leaders have followed her assiduous lead in service throughout the Columbia metropolitan area. The chapter has grown to over 350 members who strive continually to capture a vision fair. The chapter has grown in a variety of ways; activities have taken on a deeper meaning, the membership has increased greatly, the programs have expanded and we have formed relationships which have ripened into genuine friendships. For over 80 years the chapter has been a guiding light throughout the Columbia, South Carolina area.
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Charter Members
Ethel M. Bolden*
Mayme Brandyburg*
Vivian Russell Crawley*
Flossie M. Dedmond*
Lula Jane Gambrell*
Mary Ray Saxon Jackson*
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Elise Jenkins*
Rebecca M. Johnson
Melrose White Mann
Joynce Tatum Morgan*
Odessa Seabrook Nelson*
Sylvia Davis Parker*
Maud P. Pride*
Lillie Reynolds*
Verdelle Reynolds*
Ada Stanback*
Mann Lucy Williams*
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* Denotes Deceased
Vision Statement
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The Gamma Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the premier unique sisterhood of distinguished professional women united to serve human kind.
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Gamma Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of service to all mankind.
Values Statement
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The Gamma Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated envisions that our members will band together with respect, grace and dignity to address pressing community needs, uphold high ethical standards and promote education, the arts and wellness. As a result, the Chapter will be an example for women and girls to emulate.
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