november fifth - Alpha Phi Alpha

Little Known Alpha Fact of the Quarter
CC Poindexter was the sentimental choice for Callis for that seventh spot as a founder (Jewel) of Alpha Phi
Alpha, even until 1926. The Jewel that was in question was not James Morton whom Eugene Kinckle Jones
replaced but Charles Henry Chapman.
NOVEMBER FIFTH
ISSUE
06
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
AugustEarly
December
2013
Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter
Dallas, TX (e.1932)
this issue
Congratulations & Kudos
President’s Desk P.1
We’d like to extend well wishes and congratulatory praise to the following brothers for excelling/
venturing into new territories in their respective fields, in Alpha and life in general.
Have Information
you want
the Chapter to know?
Bros Keeper P.3
Career Advancement
College Brothers Corner P.4
Bro. Patrick Carpenter- 8th Grade Teacher; Adams Middle School (Grand Prairie ISD)
Get in contact with :
Bro. Ray Ferrell -Acting Executive V.P. - General Counsel & Corporate Secretary; Dex Media,
Inc.
Bro. Wallace T. Ford, Jr
Bro. Michael Jackson-Assistant Principal; Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploratory Academy
(Dallas ISD)
Bro. Tavin K. Dillon
Bro. Nicholas Johnson
C.C. Russeau Black and Gold P.2
Bro. Sterlin McGruder-Principal; The School for Young Men (Austin ISD)
Alpha Advancement—New Southwest Region Officers
Bro. Kellen W. Hi l l
Bro. Tavin K. Dillon – Director of College Brothers’ Transition
Bro. Jabari Jones – Commission on Reclamation Chairman
Bro. Reginald “Stan” Kay – Lead Sergeant-At-Arms
Bro. C.C. Russeau – Senior Brothers’ Affairs Commission Chairman
Bro. Veorge Weathersby – Internal Audit Committee Chairman
Life
Bro. Martin Brown – Married on August 6, 2013
NOVEMBER FIFTH Issue 06 AUGUST 2013
Bro. of the Quarter P.4
Upcoming Events P.5
Little Known Facts/Contacts P.6
ASL Brother Accolades P.6
New Transitions for Alpha Sigma Lambda
Greetings, My Ice Cold Brothers of A Phi A:
I am truly honored and blessed to have served you and our communities as President over the last
three years. What a difference three years have made in my life. Prayerfully, I have allowed God to
use me to make a positive impact in some way in each of your lives. It has been my esteemed
privilege to stand on the shoulders of the many giants of our chapter's present and past. As I continue
to prepare to pass our legendary presidential torch to our Bro. President Elect Jabari Jones, I share
with you the words of our 27th General President Charles C. Teamer:
"Our Fraternity is like our family to us in many ways. It began with a shared interest, followed by
a marriage of ideas, a birth, expansion, and today has grown into many generations of distinguish
members. Also, like our family, Alpha must grow or suffer extinction. If our Fraternity is to
survive as a viable part of the social landscape, we must adjust to current conditions and evolve in
a new form. It may mean adjusting our administrative, social and political practices or sticking to
what we have and doing it more efficiently. Only time and collective thought will provide the
blueprint for Alpha's future. "
This quote still holds just as much truth today as it did when it was stated in December of 1984. I can
assure you that upon completion of our 92nd General Convention which was held recently in Austin,
TX and upon the completion of my term, both Alpha and Alpha Sigma Lambda are well poised to
overcome the challenges of the future and to continue to uplift our communities.
Alpha Sigma Lambda
P.O. Box 150303
Dallas, TX 75315
817-875-4054
email: [email protected]
www.dallasalphas.com
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Now my brothers, I am still carrying my torch and I encourage each of you to continue to carry yours
high. Within this issue of our November Fifth newsletter, there are a plethora of opportunities for
each of you to become engaged. Please take time to thoroughly read, reflect, and act on these
opportunities in collective and effective manner.
Your humble servant in Alpha,
Michael D. Rachal
President
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter
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"Leadership, Legends and Legacy:
Transcending Time..."
Woman
She is every ounce of
“strength, courage and wisdom”
in trace amounts of man
and –isms.
She is the effervescence of life:
dignity and faith in our fathers,
love, light,
and hope for tomorrows.
She is the seed of prosperity
bringing forth virtuous fruit
faith, charity, resilience
and truth.
She speaks peace
to every sorry,
she is the dawn
of every tomorrow.
She is woman
for destiny’s plans
she is chosen!
By Divine hands
On Saturday, October 19, 2013 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,
Inc.'s second oldest graduate chapter in the state of Texas, Alpha Sigma
Lambda, will hold its annual C.C. Russeau Black & Gold Scholarship
Gala. This year’s theme…”Leadership, Legends and Legacy: Transcending Time…”Every year Alpha Sigma Lambda recognizes and honors men
who make a difference in the DFW Metroplex. This year for the 1st time,
Alpha Sigma Lambda all the recipients will be women. Helen Giddings,
Yvonne Davis & Demetria Sampson have been identified as the honorees.
These women are “Giants” in their respective communities and it is Alpha
Sigma Lambda’s distinct honor and privilege to give them their just due!
For more info or to purchase tickets access DallasAlphas.com
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Upcoming Events
Car Wash – Saturday, August 17, 2013;
10am @ 765 W. Pleasant Run
Road. Lancaster, Texas 75146
Retreat – Saturday, August 24, 2013;
9am @ Alpha Sigma Lambda
House
Labor Day – Monday, September 2, 2013
Kerr Beach – Saturday, September 7,
2013; 7pm @ Kerr Hall (UNT)
Chapter Meeting (Installation of Officers) – Saturday, September 14,
2013; 4pm @ Alpha Sigma
Lambda House
Project Alpha – Saturday, October 12,
2013; 10am @ Pilgrim Rest
Baptist Church
Chapter Meeting – Saturday, October 12,
2013; 4pm @ Alpha Sigma
Lambda House
Divine Nine 4th Annual Greek Bowl –
Saturday, October 26, 2013;
1pm @ Forum Bowl (Grand
Prairie, TX)
Chapter Founders’ Day (81st Anniversary) – Tuesday, November 5,
2013
Chapter Meeting – Saturday, November
9, 2013; 4pm @ Alpha Sigma
Lambda House
Thanksgiving Giveaway – Saturday, November 23, 2013; 1pm @ TBA
National Founders’ Day Celebration –
TBA
National Founders’ Day (106th Anniversary) – Wednesday, December 4,
2013
Chapter Meeting – Saturday, December
14, 2013; 4pm @ Alpha Sigma
Lambda House
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Brother’s Keeper
College Brothers
Corner
“Awareness & Initiatives on Our Health”
As we are given to reflect on the month of August as “American Cancer Month” let us pause
to talk “Awareness & Initiatives on Men’s Health”.
Some Cancer Ribbons display and suggest areas that we might need be mindful of should we
have symptoms of discomfort in any related area of the body.
First and foremost however it is a reminder to seek regular (at least annual) health checkups
with a personal physician, clinics, or health fairs.
Programs - Eta Epsilon (University of North Texas)
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A Voteless People is a Hopeless People/Kerr Beach – 9/7/2013
Go to High School Go to College –9/14/2013
Phrozen Kitty Car Wash – 9/28/2013
Cool Breeze – 10/10/2013
Project Alpha (w/ Alpha Merit) – 10/12/2013
Brother’s Keeper – TBD (Cluster)
Apollo Night & Probate & After Party – 11/29/2013
Black & Gold Ball – TBD
Miss Black & Gold Pageant– TBD
Programs—Iota Kappa (Paul Quinn
College)
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8/5/2013 – 11/11/2013 – We Stay Up Late Study late with the Alphas. Light refreshments
will be available. Occurs every Monday.
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8/12/2013 to 11/18 - The PHIrst Meal – Eat
healthy and get fit with the Alphas. Join us every morning for an early morning walk and
Breakfast in the Café. Occurs every Monday,
Tuesday & Wednesday.
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8/22/2013 – 11/14/2013 - Sweat Blood - Line
Dancing Exercise Class hosted by the Alphas.
Come and get fit! Occurs every 2 weeks.
Alpha Week – 11/24/2013 – 11/30/2013
Sunday – Church w/ the Alphas
Monday – Professional Business Meeting
Tuesday – Tribute to the Black Women
Wednesday – Community Service
Thursday – Crossing the Line
Friday – Apollo Night
Saturday – Powder Puff Game (BBQ)
Brother of the Quarter
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8/24/2013 – Party (TBD)
8/28/2013 – 10/30/2013 – In the
Key of A – Vocal Lessons and training
with Josiah Harris. Occurs every 3
weeks.
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8/30/2013 - Miss Black & Gold
Pageant Informational
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Bro. Marques D. Allen, P.E. was born and raised in Dallas, TX. He graduated from the
Science & Engineering Magnet at Townview in 2001. He completed the requirements
and earned the honor of Eagle Scout in 2001. He has remained active with the Boy
Scouts of America by volunteering since 2008. He graduated from Prairie View A&M
University in December 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Upon graduating, Brother Allen returned to Dallas and began his career at the Texas
Department of Transportation as a Transportation Engineer He earned his Professional
Engineer license in April 2012.
Bro. Allen became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha in October 2012. Since becoming
an Alpha man, he has diligently worked on various projects including redesigning the
Alpha Sigma Lambda website, working on the budget committee and of course
community service.
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Bro. Allen currently resides in Balch Springs, TX with his lovely wife, Lashaquay and is
expecting their first child, a boy, in October 2013. In his spare time, he enjoys trying
new restaurants, building PCs, photography, travelling, budgeting, camping, hiking,
and learning new things.
9/10/2013 – Woodson Workshops Learn fundamental graphic techniques
and easy flyer making with Keston
McKinnon.
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9/25/2013 – Meet the Greeks (Date
Tentative)
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9/27/2013 -2/14/2014 - Miss Black
& Gold Pageant Meeting
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