An AKA jacket is a varsity-style coat that is exclusive to the members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha organization, which is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-educated women. The Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority was founded in 1908 at Howard University in Washington, D.C. by a group of sixteen students. The AKA jacket is a symbol of membership in the organization and is given to everyone who is part of that particular sorority at a university. The jacket is usually worn by members of the sorority at various events and occasions. The jacket is not meant to be worn by non-members, and when a non-member wears the jacket, it is seen as a sign of disrespect. The AKA jacket is available in various styles, including line jackets, bombers, blazers, denim jackets, and sweatshirts.