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Take a look at our most recent news articles and noteworthy accomplishments from Alpha Gamma Eta Omega Chapter members. To check our our most recent press releases, click here. To contact AGHO’s Public Relations Committee, please reach out to pr@akaalphagammaetaomega.org.

May 28, 2025

“Free Your Mind” Mental Health Awareness Exhibit

In a powerful display of community, compassion, and healing, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Alpha Gamma Eta Omega Chapter, under the leadership of President Rasheena Wilson, hosted a mental health awareness exhibit titled “Free Your Mind” at the Middletown Thrall Library on Saturday, May 17.

“Free Your Mind” Mental Health Awareness Exhibit

May 20, 2025

‘Free Your Mind’ mental health awareness exhibit held in Middletown

More than 60 attendees took part in an exploration of mental health through storytelling, art, education and shared reflection at a Saturday, May 17 event co-chaired by Dr. Lernice Henry and Saalihah Akbar at the Middletown Thrall Library.

‘Free Your Mind’ mental health awareness exhibit held in Middletown

Jan 1, 2025

The Grant Family Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway

Christmas Eve, Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter members Sonya D. Fiol-Grant and Debbie Thomas, participated in the Grant Family 13th Annual Hospital Toy Giveaway.

The Grant Family Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway

Dec 30, 2024

Celebrating art, culture and collectivity at Newburgh Kwanzaa

Free Library’s program featured dancers from the Newburgh Performing Arts Academy, poetry readings, singing, dancing and refreshments. Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter members, Nyhisha T. Gibbs and Jamiylah N. Kimbrough attended the event.

Celebrating art, culture and collectivity at Newburgh Kwanzaa

Dec 25, 2024

New Board Members Join People For People Fund

People for People Fund appoints Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter President Rasheena Wilson to their board of directors.

New Board Members Join People For People Fund

Dec 18, 2024

3rd Annual HBCU Greek Life Informational Celebration

Members of the Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter, including Sonya D. Fiol-Grant, Jamiylah N. Kimbrough, Nyhisha T. Gibbs, Ada Freeman, and Melanie Graham, along with members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, participated in the Third Annual HBCU Greek Life Informational Celebration.

3rd Annual HBCU Greek Life Informational Celebration

Oct 13, 2024

These Are the Top Doctors in the Hudson Valley in 2024

Lernice L. Henry, Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter member and a specialist in Pediatrics, has been recognized as a top doctor in Hudson Valley Magazine (2024).

These Are the Top Doctors in the Hudson Valley in 2024

Oct 1, 2024

National Voter Registration Day at Newburgh Free Academy

Alpha Gamma Eta Omega Chapter partners with Newburgh Free Academy.

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National Voter Registration Day at Newburgh Free Academy

May 29, 2024

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Charters New Chapter

On May 19, 2024, Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., North Atlantic Regional
Director chartered Alpha Gamma Eta Omega Chapter, formerly the V.I.P. Pearls of Orange County, NY.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Charters New Chapter

Apr 30, 2024

VIPs in Action: Anquinette Hayles

Anquinette Hayles, Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter member, receives recognition from Dutchess Community College.

VIPs in Action: Anquinette Hayles

Apr 9, 2024

‘Top Forty Under 40’ honorees announced

Anquinette Hayles, Alpha Gamma Eta Omega chapter member, receives 40Under40 Award.

‘Top Forty Under 40’ honorees announced

Feb 29, 2024

Medical Mission Trip with One World Surgery with Dr. Lernice Henry

Crystal Run Healthcare Physicians, Dr. Jocelyn Dummett and Dr. Lernice Henry, member of Alpha Gamma Eta Omega Chapter, teamed up with new Optum colleagues to attend a week-long medical mission trip with One World Surgery to the Dominican Republic.

Medical Mission Trip with One World Surgery with Dr. Lernice Henry

Oct 15, 2023

These Top Doctors Provide Expert Care in the Hudson Valley

Allow us to present our annual guide to 680 of the region’s leading physicians for top medical care and treatment.

These Top Doctors Provide Expert Care in the Hudson Valley

Sep 27, 2023

Orange Peel to Pavement Raises Money

Sponsored by The V.I.P. Pearls of Orange County New York (an Official Interest Group of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated) hosted the event to raise awareness of mental health and raise money for scholarships for local high school students.

Orange Peel to Pavement Raises Money

May 31, 2023

Memorial Day Parade

V.I.P. Pearls making impact in the City of Newburgh.

Memorial Day Parade

May 16, 2023

Perfect Sweets off to a sweet start

President Sonya D. Fiol-Grant , member Ada Campbell support Ribbon Cutting for Black owned Perfect Sweets Inc.

Perfect Sweets off to a sweet start

May 3, 2023

Visit Orange County NY

Each week the 🏃‍♂️ squad grows…Tag #PickOCNY to share your fun adventures!!

Visit Orange County NY
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