Chartered on December 19, 2004, at Florida International University in Miami, Florida, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Sigma “Pretty” Pi Chapter , was established with a vision rooted in sisterhood, scholarship, leadership, and service. Its historic charter line, G.E.N.E.S.I.S. of the Pearl, consisted of fourteen trailblazing young women: Sharifa Crichton, Jorane Manuel, Lee-Anne Donaldson, Witnie Bresil, Wayneisha Williams, Moyah Purkiss, Pearlie Blaise, Jihan Drummond, Carol Howard, Michaelle Richards, Amekia Jackson, Rosemonde Simplice, and Nadia Thomas.

Since its charter, Sigma “Pretty” Pi has remained committed to carrying forward the legacy and mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, on the campus of F.I.U. and throughout the South Florida community. Through meaningful programming, campus engagement, and community service, the chapter has cultivated a tradition of excellence while creating opportunities for students to connect, grow, lead, and serve.

Among the chapter’s signature initiatives is Skee Week, an annual week-long celebration featuring educational workshops, social events, and community service opportunities. Meet the AKAs provides an avenue for students to learn more about the history, values, traditions, and service legacy of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. Sigma “Pretty” Pi also demonstrates its commitment to community awareness and outreach through initiatives such as 'How the AKAs Stole Christmas', a holiday celebration and toy drive benefiting underserved youth. Pearls Don’t Haze, an anti-hazing awareness initiative; and recurring food and feminine product drives supporting members of the FIU community and surrounding areas.

The chapter’s service extends beyond the university through its support of National Pan-Hellenic Council initiatives and collaborative efforts with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter. Sigma “Pretty” Pi has participated in community partnerships and service projects with organizations including Global Empowerment Mission, Feeding South Florida, the Miami Dolphins Cancer Challenge 5K, Georgia Jones Ayers Middle School, the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade, and the St. Jude Walk. Through these efforts, the chapter continues to embody the spirit of service that is central to the Alpha Kappa Alpha legacy.

Academic achievement and leadership development are equally important to the chapter’s tradition of excellence. Sigma “Pretty” Pi members have distinguished themselves through involvement in campus leadership and academic honor organizations. Reshae Joseph, Adriana Stapleton, and Alexandria Gopee are members of Order of Omega, recognizing outstanding members of Greek-letter organizations. Adriana Stapleton and Victoria Beaulieu have served as Vice Presidents of the FIU National Pan-Hellenic Council.

The chapter’s recent accomplishments further reflect its enduring commitment to excellence. In Spring 2026, Dashante McLaughlin graduated from the FIU Honors College summa cum laude and was awarded the Carolyn G. Randolph Ivy Circle Fellowship at the South Atlantic Regional Conference. At that same conference, Spring 2026 graduate Kelly Cooper received the Mayme E. Williams Outstanding Undergraduate Soror Award.

In 2026, Sigma “Pretty” Pi was honored with two Outstanding Service Awards from FIU’s Center for Fraternity and Sorority Engagement. During the 2025–2026 academic year, the chapter also earned the top position in FIU’s Paws of Excellence standings among Greek-letter organizations, demonstrating strength across scholarship, philanthropy, service, community engagement, leadership, alumni/alumnae relations, and risk mitigation.

More than two decades after its chartering, Sigma “Pretty” Pi continues to build upon the foundation established by the women of G.E.N.E.S.I.S. of the Pearl. Their vision created a chapter whose legacy is reflected not only in its accomplishments, but in the women it develops, the communities it serves, and the standards it continues to uphold.

Sigma “Pretty” Pi remains committed to advancing the mission of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® , through sisterhood, scholarship, leadership, and service, while honoring the enduring legacy of its charter members and expressing deep gratitude for the continued guidance and support from our graduate chapter-Gamma Zeta Omega.