The Eastern Province Khronical - Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

The Eastern Province Khronical
Official Eastern Province News Letter
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Greetings
General News
Province Chapters News
Reminders & Updates
Eastern Province Reporter Keshon Kelly
Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter
February 2016 Issue
28th Eastern Province Polemarch
Robert L. Jenkins, Jr. Esq.
Fall/Winter Edition
Brothers all, in the recent edition of the Kappa Journal our Grand Polemarch has laid down his Six Point Plan. Our Province Polemarch
Robert L Jenkins, Jr., Esq. has been vigilant in ensuring that the Eastern Province is in compliance with his plan. As the Eastern
Province we have the awesome responsibility to be accountable one to another to align our initiatives in support of his plan. Therein, I
have been working diligently with many of your Province Committee Chairman and Chapter Polemarchs to customize new and
innovative initiatives that will further differentiate Kappa form other organizations while fostering a stronger Bond amongst our
Undergraduate and Alumni Chapters.
During our recent Undergraduate Leadership Conference, I distributed Student Financial Aid packets to attendees for distribution to
their respective chapters, in an effort to maintain on campus sustainability. As I continue to visit chapters throughout the province, it is
apparent that we have an opportunity to transcend our Guide Right Program to include our Undergraduates. Therein, I am working
with several committee chairman to develop a mobile app that will offer online interactive webinars with diverse Achievers both in
fraternal and subsequent life. This will afford our undergraduates direct access with accomplished professionals as they pursue their
chosen field of endeavor.
Lastly, be on the lookout for the Senior Province Vice Polemarchs Newsletter entitled “RealTalk.” The publication will provide various
updates regarding Province activities and initiatives, inspiring stories of acts of Brotherhood within Kappa, sharing of successful fundraising ideas, and updates
regarding scholarships and internships available to our membership
YITB
Charles A. Gilbert, Eastern Province Sr. Vice Polemarch
Brothers all, I hope u find this message well, after experiencing the Undergraduate Leadership Conference the weekend of February
5-7, 2016 I hope it inspired all the undergraduates Brothers that attended and gave you new ideas to help your respective chapters.
Now let's us go into the remainder of this fraternal year strong and bring this province to its former glory. I am readily available to
all Undergraduates and Alumni Brothers alike at any time to discuss the Eastern Province.
I will be working with all Chapters to assist their efforts with MTA intake
YITB
Joshua Regis
Norfolk State Univ. Chapter Epsilon Zeta Spring 14
Eastern Province Junior Vice Polemarch
Reporter’s Note:
Brothers of the Eastern Province I am proud to bring you the fourth edition of the Eastern Province Khronical since you
elected me last April to the position of Reporter. I feel it is important to highlight all the efforts that the chapters and
Brothers in our Province put forth along with all the great things we do in the community and the great accomplishments
that we achieve collectively and individually. As you read this publication, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns please email them to me [email protected].
It has been such a pleasure for me to serve the Eastern Province as the Reporter. Brothers I hope to be able to serve you all
for another term as your Province Reporter, as we are moving towards Province Council in April I am asking for your
collective and individual support of me to continue on being your Province Reporter.
We have had a great year in the Eastern Province as you will see by some of the articles in this publication. I applaud you
all for the service and dedication you have given to Kappa and the Eastern Province. Let’s continue to achieve together.! All articles for the spring edition of
the Khronical are do to me by no later than May 30, 2016. Please email jpeg pictures and articles in a word document to [email protected].
Yours in the Bond
Keshon Kelly
2-Time National William L. Crump History Awardee
National Quiz Bowl Chairman
Eastern Province Reporter
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Province Polemarch Reception November 2015
On Saturday, November 21, 2015, the Washington (DC) Alumni Chapter in conjunction
with the Xi Chapter Preservation Foundation, hosted a reception for the 28 th Eastern
Province Polemarch, Robert L. Jenkins Jr., Esq. The reception took place at Bobby Vans
Bar and Grille in NW Washington, DC. With the 21st Eastern Province Polemarch,
Anthony B. Hill serving as the Master of Ceremonies. Brother Hill also served as the
chairman for the event, coordinated and planned all the activities around the event. The
reception hosted national and regional leaders from across the National Pan-Hellenic
Council. Among the distinguished group of well-wishers, the 29th International Grand
Polemarch, Howard L. Tutman Jr., who offered a toast which challenged Polemarch
Jenkins to continue the legacy of excellence in the Eastern Province. Eastern Province
Sr. Vice Polemarch Charles Gilbert gave a great introduction or the 28 th Eastern
Province Polemarch Jenkins. Province Board Members and officials were in attendance
of the event as well as family members and community leaders. The Eastern Province is
proud to have Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq. as our 28 th Eastern Province Polemarch..
2015 Million Man March
On October 10, 2015, members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. supported the 20th Anniversary of
the Million Man March and answered the call as "Positive Men with a Positive Message." A large
number of brothers established a footprint at
the front of the march, by the steps of
Capitol. We were impressive in our crimson
and cream and made a grand pronouncement
by our stately presence.
Special thanks to Senior Grand Vice
Polemarch-Reuben Shelton who lead our
contingent into the march, Grand Chapter
Political Awareness Committee Chairman
Britton Smith, Senior Vice Province
Polemarch - Charles Gilbert, Former Nation Political Action Chair, Brother Dave Hardrick and the
numerous open house leaders including Washington Alumni
Polemarch Robert Cooper, 1st Vice Polemarch Greg Taylor,
House Manager Brothers George Taylor and Dennis May,
Brothers Alexander Ewings, Bryan Craig, Robert Bradshaw and
others. It was a special treat to see attorney brothers Keith
Perry, Charles Byrd and Kevin Judd on stage as a part of the
program as well. In reflecting on the importance of the march, I
think that it gives an opportunity to reflect on and renew our
personal commitments to move our communities forward and
challenge each of us to achieve and be the change that people
want to see.
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Eastern Province Social Actions
On November 13, 2015, Province Polemarch
Robert L. Jenkins, Esq., Eastern Province Region
2 Board Director Paul Robinson, Eastern
Province Chief Administrative Assistant and
Reporter Keshon Kelly and Eastern Province
Region 4 Board Director and Social Action
Chairman Edward Thomas presented the
materials to Inova children’s mental health
department in the Northern Virginia Area on behalf of the Eastern Province. The material
collected were art and drawing supplies. The supplies were donated from the MTA Classes
during the fall MTA Cluster in the Eastern Province. The project was set to let the new
candidates hit the ground with doing community service and seeing firsthand how Kappa
gives back to the community. All 12 MTA Classes participated and donated in this project for the Province.
The second Social Action Project, during C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference, consisted of each chapter in the Eastern Province donating at least
12 cans of food with each member of the board would participating separately in a like manner. The items were donated to Cornerstone, 1148
Washington Plaza West, Reston, Va. 20190; the driving force behind the food drive.
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Cornerstone of Reston, Va. Is a
Northern Virginia. Cornerstone promotes
support and advocacy for those in need of
quality childcare and other human
food drop off Cornerstone packed boxes
needy in the area. Members of the Boy
non-profit organization that serves
self-sufficiency by providing
food, shelter, affordable housing,
services. During the weekend of the
for Thanksgiving to give to the
Scouts of America also assisted.
As expected the chapters of the Eastern
donating over $1000 in can goods.
Jenkins, Esq., Province Sr. Vice
Chief Administrative Assistant and
Board Director Paul Robinson and Eastern
and Region 4 Board Director Edward
the name of the Eastern Province.
Province did an outstanding job,
Province Polemarch Robert L.
Polemarch Charles Gilbert, Province
Report Keshon Kelly, Region 2
Province Social Action Chairman
Thomas presented the can goods in
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Eastern Province Fall 2015 MTA Cluster
The Eastern Province Initiated
58 new members during the
MTA Pilot Fall 2015. Twelve
(12) chapters consisted of the
pilot group.
Twelve (12) chapters were
selected to participate in the
Fall 2015 MTA Pilot Program.
1. The University of the
District of Columbia, Beta
Kappa
2. James Madison University, Nu Lambda
3. Virginia Tech University, Theta Psi
4. University of Maryland, The
5. Radford University Chapter, Rho Theta
6. Virginia Commonwealth University, Eta Xi
7. Frostburg State University, Lambda Mu
8. Annapolis (MD) Alumni
9. Columbia (MD) Alumni
10. Fredericksburg (VA) Alumni
11. Silver Spring (MD) Alumni
12. Dulles-Leesburg (VA) Alumni
The cluster weekend started on Thursday
November 12, 2015 t the McClain Hilton in
Tyson’s Corner, VA. The Province MTA
committee led by Chairman Willie Wright of
the Frederick (MD) Alumni Chapter got the
candidates checked in and started with the
training sessions. This years cluster was the
first under the new MTA process and took on
a slightly different structure. The training
sessions were led by lead instructor Keshon Kelly of the Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter. This cluster also included a guide right/community service
project which was led by Eastern Province Social Action Chairman Edward Thomas. The 28th Eastern Province Polemarch Robert L. Jenkins saw his
first intake class come through under his tenure as Province Polemarch. The Eastern Province is Proud to say the Fall 2015 MTA Cluster was a great
success.
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Eastern Province 2015 C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference
This year, with the support of the Province Polemarch and Board of Directors, the committee hoped to provide a leadership conference grounded in a lens
of collaboration and innovation. This approach would provide the type of training that would engage members in outcome driven innovation; we called this
enhanced conference CRWLC. Much like how the TEDX events that have revolutionized the way people exchange information that supports leadership
development, The 2015 CRWLC used modern instructional and technological techniques to train our members for leadership in a changing world. The
CRWLC program was designed to help chapters and individual brothers spark conversations and connections through outcome driven innovation
experiences.
The general session presenters provided brothers with the required national CRWLC. Presentation of course with the flag ship s twist. Our Province
Polemarch, Brother Robert Jenkins, Esq. kicked off the conference with a rousing call to action around leadership development and supporting collaborative
and innovative approaches. Next, Brother Freddie Colston provided a presentation on Parliamentary Procedure using Innovative Collaboration Tools like
conference and web calls. Chairman Marvin Carr provided a highly interactive session that took the members through several 21st Century Innovation
tools while putting into context the impact that using these tools may have on inner and external chapter collaboration.
During the afternoon session on day 1, Past Province Polemarch Cornelius "Neil" Hudgins excited the members with an announcement that the fraternity
was doubling down and recommitting itself to supporting the St. Jude s Children s Research Hospital. He asked for chapters to dedicate themselves to
helping the fraternity to reach its fundraising goals and to submit the names of a chapter rep responsible for their St. Jude’s work.
A modern and colorful interpretation of the "4 points of the diamond" was delivered by region II board member Paul Robinson. He provided members
with ways to "Keep things in Perspective: God, Family, Education & Fraternity" by giving straight forward examples of the good, the bad and the ugly
truthful balance act that is the life of a kappa man. Later, Marcel Anderson led the membership in an insightful presentation about the kappa brand and
ways to use it to strengthen our membership and attract new member. To close out the required national presentations, Brother Dr. Rodney Perkins
educated us about the new collaboration with the National Institutes of Health Safe Sleep Fatherhood Outreach Initiative and the Guide right presentation
was given by brother Tony Harrison.
The Breakout sessions wowed us as well and the
leading them were inspiring and informative. Lastly, several large group activities provided
young and seasoned brothers with the space to collaborate on ways to improve the relationship between the young and the experienced members of our
province. They also were able to give clarity what the expectations of a new intake process would bring and how each and every member could and should
support its success.
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Eastern Province Recognition by the Grand Historian
August 10, 2015 - During the 82nd Conclave in New Orleans, Grand Historian
Kevin Scott presented 4 plaques were to 4 fraternity brothers from the Easter
and North Central Provinces. The awarded brothers were William Demones of
Hyattsville/Landover (MD) Alumni, Michael Porter of Fort Washington (MD)
Alumni, Ralph Williams, Eastern Province Historian of Baltimore (MD)
Alumni, and Aaron Williams of Chicago (IL) Alumni.
The brothers were recognized for their effort in assisting the Grand Historian with his effort to preserve historical information and fraternity
data at International Headquarters.
11th National Founders Day Mobile, Alabama January 8-10, 2016
During the National Founders Day weekend the Eastern Province was well represented.
There were a host of Brothers for the East that not only attended but participated in the
weekend. During the Grand Board of Directors meeting on Friday January 8, 2016, Eastern
Province 26th Polemarch and National St. Jude’s Director Cornelius “Neil” Hudgins, IV,
gave a presentation and update on the fraternities commitment to partner with St. Jude's as
and initiative under the 33rd administration. Also Eastern Province Region 2 Alumni
Board Member and National Reclamation Chairman Paul Robinson gave a presentation to
the Grand Board on how he plans to move reclamation forward during the 33rd
Administration. Brother Britten Smith the National Political Awareness Chairman gave
and update on the fraternity going back to Kappa’s on Kapital Hill which will be April 1012, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Among the notable Brothers from the Eastern Province that were present for the weekend
were undergraduate Grand Board Member Edward Desmond Taylor, the 29th International
Grand Polemarch Howard L. Tutman, Jr., the 19th Eastern Province Polemarch and Past
Grand Keeper of Records & Exchequer and Elder Watson Diggs Awardee William “Bill” Croom, Past Grand Keeper of Records
& Exchequer and Elder Watson Diggs Awardee Terrance G. Blount, the 15th Eastern Province Polemarch and Elder Watson
Diggs Awardee Clearance F. Nelson, Jr., the 21st Eastern Province Polemarch and Guy L. Grant Awardee Anthony B. Hill, the 26th Eastern Province Polemarch
and National William L. Crump History Awardee Cornelius “Neil” Hudgins, IV, the 27th Eastern Province Polemarch Linwood J. Smith, Jr., the 28th Eastern
Province Polemarch Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq., Guy L. Grant Awardee and National CRWLC Chairman Dr. Marvin L. Carr, National William L. Crump History
Awardee, National Kappa Quiz Bowl Chairman and Eastern Province Reporter Keshon Kelly, Eastern Province Sr. Vice
Polemarch Charles A. Gilbert, Eastern Province Jr. Vice Polemarch Joshua
Regis, Eastern Province Keeper of Exchequer and National Sr. Kappa
Endowment Fund Chairman Robert “Bob” Greene, Eastern Province
Region 2 Alumni Board Member and National Reclamation Chairman Paul
Robinson, Eastern Province Region 4 Alumni Board Member Edward
Thomas and a host of other Brothers representing the Eastern Province.
There were over 400 Brothers present for the closed banquet and dedication
to the founders that was held on the evening of January 9, 2016. General
Dennis Via who is a native of the Eastern Province delivered a very moving
keynote speech.
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The 8th Annual Virginia Legislative Day
The 8th Annual Virginia Legislative Day was held at the State Capitol in
Richmond, VA on Monday January 18, 2016 (Martin Luther King,
Jr. Day). Some 40 Brothers and guest attended this year's event. The group
was welcomed by event chairman Cleve H. Packer and event host State
Senator A. Donald McEachin. Special guest was Brian Moran, the
Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security. Secretary Moran
discussed issues on civil rights, disproportion of African-Americans
in juvenile/adult incarceration and gun laws. Other guest were Senator
Kenneth Alexander, who praised Senator McEachin for his leadership as
Chairman of the Black Legislative Caucus. The group also recognized
General Assembly Page Todd Perry. Brothers then visited their Senator or
Delegate to support legislation on civil rights, racial profiling, education
and youth mentorship programs. Brothers gathered outside The General
Assembly Building to be escorted by Senator McEachin to the State Capitol
where they were introduced on the Senate and House floors. After the
introductions Brothers gathered at T-Millers Restaurant in the Richmond Marriott
for fellowship and lunch. Eastern Province Senior Vice Province Polemarch Charles
Gilbert brought greetings on behalf of 28th Eastern Province Polemarch Robert
L. Jenkins, Jr. There were also remarks from National Political Action Chairman
Britton Smith. Brother Smith stated that VA Legislative Day is the model he
would like to all states to follow nationally. He also announce the return of Kappa's
on Capitol Hill, April 10 - 12 in Washington, D.C. Richmond (VA) Alumni
Chapter Polemarch Marshall Banks welcomed the Brothers to the city and gave
remarks. Finally, Chairman Packer thanked the Brothers for their attendance and his
committee all of their efforts Co-Chair Marc Rene, Eldon Burton and Tristan
Breaux. Special thanks to 26th Eastern Province Polemarch Cornelius “Neil”
Hudgins, IV who is a man of his word and returned to our program after attending
last year. Xavier Richardson, Region 3 Eastern Province Board Member, also joined
the group for lunch. It was a great day to be a Kappa!
Social Action Program “Volunteer for Veterans”
As a tribute to the “Wounded Veterans “ of Walter Reed Hospital, the undergrads were asked to bring items, from a selected list provided by the
hospital, to be donated to the patients at the hospital. Some of the items included toiletries for men and women, clothing, monetary cards, electronic
games, and other items such as adult and children coloring books, crayons and colored pencils.
As expected the undergrads came through with flying colors. There were
four large boxes of items collected that translated in to hundreds of items
needed and requested by the officials at the hospital. Items collected
consisted of soap, deodorant, fingernail clippers, coloring books, colored
pencils, blankets, sheets, lotion, body wash, shampoo, games, back
scratches and a MP3 Player.
Special thanks go out to all undergrad chapters that participated in the
patriotic gesture that shows what Kappa is all about. Although, this was an
undergraduate project, there were several Alumni members and chapters
that saw fit to participate in the project, including 22th Eastern Province
Polemarch, Rufus Clanzy, 26th Eastern Province Polemarch, Neil Hudgins
III, Committee member, Kenneth Philips, Eastern Province Reporter
Keshon Kelly along with the, Province Social Action Chairman Edward
Thomas. The project was held at the Eastern Province Undergraduate
Leadership Conference in Linthicum, Maryland at the Double Tree Hotel at BWI Airport .The event took place from February 5-7, 2016.
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2016 Eastern Province Undergraduate Leadership Conference (ULC)
The 2016 Eastern Province Undergraduate Leadership Conference (ULC) took place on February 5
-7 2016 in Baltimore, MD. The theme for
this year’s Conference was focused on
identifying the social and intellectual
direction of the collegiate chapters within
the Eastern Province. The ULC was a
highly structured and intense two-day
leadership experience designed to
improve every brother’s ability to lead in
the Fraternity, on campus, in the
Community, and in their future
professions. With presentations stemming
from public relations training to
personality evaluations, each brother had
the opportunity to identify how they could
contribute to their chapter, this province, and our fraternity.
Brother Joshua Crocket chairmain for the ULC lead the conference with the help of presenters and past undergraduate leader in the Eastern Province. Bthers Darrell
Clarke (Bowie/Mitichellville (MD) Alumni), Marvin Carr (Baltimore (MD) Alumni), Michael Rainy (Petersburg (VA) Alumni), Ennya Anthony (Baltimore (MD)
Alumni) as well as Province Sr. Vice Polemarch Charles Gilbert (Fort Washington (MD) Alumni) all served as presenters for the confrence.
Brothers Danny Giles, Tim Batts, Marvin Martin, Robert Brown, Barri Hutchins, and Keshon
Kelly all handle the organization and legistics of the confrence and ensure that everything was in
place to be a successful weekend for the undergraduates and the conference overall.
The 28th Eastern Province
Polemarch Robert L. Jenkins, Jr.,
Esq. addressed the undergraduate
Brothers during the conference and
gave his full support to them for
being leaders in the Province, taking
on the new MTA Process and just
acheiving in and out of Kappa.
Province undergraduate Board
Members, Michael Barnett (Region
1) and Darian Dixon (Region 4),
along with Eastern Province Jr. Vice
Polemarch Jousha Regis were in
attendace and participated in the
confrence.Undergraduate Grand Board Member Edward Desmond Taylor was also in attendance and
participated in the confrerence.
The 26th Eastern Province and Grand Chapter St. Jude’s Chairman Cornelius “Neil” Hudgins, IV, put on a very moving and motivating St. Jude’s presentation and
advicated for the Sunday of Hope Program. Brother Hudgins stressed to the undergraduates how their help and support will go a long way to helping Kappa Alpha
Psi reach our committeement to St. Jude’s.
Brothe Edward Thomas Eastern Province Social Action Chairman led a project thoughout the weekend working with the undergranduates to collect items for
wounded verterans. The items
collectedwere donated toWalter
Reid Milatary Hospital in
Baltimore, MD. The 22nd
Eastern Province Polemarch
Lt.C Rufus F. Clanzy assisted
Brother Thomas with
distriubing the items to the
hospital.
Overall the weekend was
packed with activity and was a
huge success for the
Undergraduates and the Eastern
Province as a whole.
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Region V News
Kam T. Nedd
EP Region V Undergrad
Board Director
Old Diminon Univ. Chapter
The Eta Omega
Hampton-Newport News (VA) Alumni Honors The 27th Eastern Province
Polemarch Linwood J. Smith, Jr.
The Hampton-Newport News (VA) Alumni Chapter honors the fraternity service
of The 27th Eastern Province Polemarch Linwood J. Smith, Jr. Brother Smith,
affectionately known as “Smitty” has been a valued member of the local chapter
since 2006 and was appointed as Eastern Province Polemarch in 2015. He has
always demonstrated a willingness to make personal sacrifices in support of the
Fraternity.
As a token of gratitude, he was presented with a cake, an engraved ink pen, and a
bottle of champagne during a recent fraternity meeting. His beautiful wife Lori
was given a bouquet of yellow roses for sharing her husband with us.
Unfortunately, Brother Smith is transitioning to a new position at the Pentagon and
will be leaving the Hampton-Roads area. The brothers in the chapter wanted to
show their appreciation for his efforts as 27 th Eastern Province Polemarch and his
service as the 36th Hampton-Newport News Alumni Polemarch. We wish Lori and
Smitty well as they seek out new adventures.
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Region IV News
The University of Virginia Chapter the Eta Sigma Participate in Fall Projects
Darian Dixon
EP Region IV Undergrad
Board Director
Radford Univ. Chapter
The Rho Theta
The Eta Sigma Chapter tutored 25 first graders on math, reading
comprehension and writing skills at Jackson Via Elementary School
in Charlottesville, Va. The Guide Right Project took place on
October 16, 2016. Brothers Adesulu Adewole, Zayrahn Husbands
and Brett Harrell participated in the event.
The brothers of Eta Sigma Chapter participated in “So You Think
You Can Shimmy Event “on the campus of University of Virginia,
October 24, 2015. Brothers Zayran Husbands, Kevin Chapman,
Martese Johnson, Jairo Pepin, Jackson Wright, Sam White, Brett
Harrell, Lloyd Brunson, Zachary Smith, Adesulu Adewole,
Gregory Gallop II ,Alston Cobb, Byron Hazel and Dwayne Rumber
participated in the event.
The James Madison University Chapter the Nu Lambda Celebrates 30th Anniversary
The James Madison University chapter the Nu Lambda was excited to celebrate their 30th
anniversary on the weekend of October 23-25, 2015. On Friday, October 23 they hosted a fish
fry at The Residents Inn in cigar
lounge. Saturday, October 24 the
chapter hosted a tailgate at 11 am
on the campus of James Madison
University. They also hosted a
party called the 1911 Party on
Saturday night. Sunday, October
25 they chapter had brunch to
conclude the weekend celebration
of the chapters 30th anniversary
at the restaurant called Wood
Grill, in Harrisonburg, Va.
Virginia Tech Chapter the Theta Psi hold Activity Week
The Theta Psi chapter at VA Tech partnered with The Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority to put on
the “Crown Classic” activity week, which was held on the week of October 12-15 . Day
one included a day of field game competitions that we competed in which consisted of
water balloon toss, dizzy bat challenge, potato sack race, and fitness challenge. It also
consisted of the chapters donating money to the cause of fighting breast cancer and
raising awareness. On Tuesday the Chapter participated in the pink tie affair which
consists of an open question and answer form on Greek life, and a group performance
which the chapter performed steps and strolls. Wednesday was a day of fitness that
included Zumba, cycling, and yoga which was all or the cause of fighting breast cancer.
Brothers Austin Jones and Phillip Bingham represented the chapter in all the events
during the week.
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Radford University Chapter the Rho Theta Psi holds Campus Forum
On September 30, 2015 the Rho Theta the
Radford University Chapter (E) of Kappa
Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. hosted a program
titled Achieving after Graduation. The keynote
speaker of the program was one of our own,
Brother Brandon Tigue. Brother Tigue gave
students in attendance some tips and words of
wisdom on how to not let the big world that
awaits us after graduation swallow us whole
and spit us out. Highlights included: begin
networking now so that you have a network
when you graduate, accept that you will fail
and stay in the know: the more you know the
more marketable you make yourself. The host
chapter provided light refreshments for the individuals that were in attendance. The Brothers of the chapter that put on the event were Christian Walker,
Darian Dixon, Isaac Clement and James Pointer.
Rho Theta Present KappaWeen
On Saturday October 31, 2015 the Brothers of the Rho Theta Chapter sponsored a Halloween party at the Solarium in Radford. The party was an event to
give students something positive to do for Halloween and for the chapter to raise money to donate to the fight against breast cancer and to raise awareness
for breast cancer. Brothers Christian Walker, Darian Dixon, Isaac Clement, James Pointer and chapter advisor Marvin Martin hosted and ran the event.
Danville (VA) Alumni Brothers Attend Alpha Kappa Alpha Mid-Atlanta Regional Reception
On Friday October 16, 2015 Polemarch
Keshon Kelly and Brother Edward
Thomas attended a reception for the MidAtlantic Region of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. held at the AKA house on
Holbrooke Street, Danville, VA. Brothers
Kelly and Thomas presented Mid Atlantic
Regional Director and Alpha Phi Omega
President, Mrs. Johnnie Fullerwinder each
with a half dozen of pink roses on behalf
of the Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter.
Danville (VA) Alumni
Chapter Participates in
Danville River District
Festival
On Saturday, October 17, 2015, the Danville (VA)
Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi participated in the
3rd Annual River District Festival Showcase Alley held in
Downtown Danville, Virginia. The Showcase Alley is
where business or non-profit organizations are given the
opportunity to share to the community their services they
provide in the region. During the event, the brothers were
able to share and network with the community on the
active participation which they are doing around the
Danville Community such as the Guide Right program,
community service and history about the fraternity.
Polemarch Keshon Kelly, Brother Larry Ford, Brother Phillip Hayes, Brother Harry Johnson, Brother
Arnold Woody, and Brother Edward Thomas participated in this event. Also the pledges from the
Radford Univ. Chapter the Rho Theta of Kappa Alpha Psi, helped with set up and running of the event as part of a community service effort.
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Danville (VA) Alumni
Chapter Participates with
Danville First Tee Program
On Monday October 26, 2015 the Chapter
participated in a Guide Right Program with the
Danville First Tee organization. The First Tee
is a program set up to help youth develop life
skills as well as teach them the game of golf.
Brothers Edward Thomas, William Flippen
and Polemarch Keshon Kelly participated in
this activity on behalf of the Chapter.
Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter Participates in Trunk-or-Treat Program
On Saturday October 31, 2015 the chapter
participated in a Guide Right Project for Halloween
called Trunk or Treat. Trunk or Treat is a project to
help with the safety of small kids going from house
to house, trick or treating versus being in a controlled
environment such as the middle school or church.
The event was put on by the local police at Chatham
Middle School in Chatham, VA, and was held from 5
-8 p.m. Brothers Phillip Hayes, William Flippen,
Arnold Woody and Edward Thomas also assisted
with the projects
Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter Helps with
Upward Bound (Guide Right)
Dr. Robin Dabney of DCC, hosted a FASTA meeting to aid students of Upward Bound on how to fill out the forms to
obtain funds for college. The event took place on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 from 4pm-6pm on the campus of
Danville Community College, Room 102, Taylor Building. Brothers William Flippen and Edward Thomas assisted Dr.
Dabney and her staff on filling out the forms, answering questions and giving life experiences while in college. More
information was giving out on obtaining additional monies including scholarships locally and our on DVA Scholarship.
Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter Serving the
Community during the Holidays
Tree for the Cause
On Sunday and Monday, November 22 & 23, 2015 the Chapter entered and
participated in the “Decorate a Tree for the Cause” event held at the
Danville Institution of Advanced Learning. The chapter’s charity for the
cause is St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Brothers Micah Knight, Edward Thomas and George Durham helped
decorate the tree and set up for the event.
Operation Christmas Child
On Monday November 23, 2015 Brothers Thomas and
Knight made a donation to Operation Christmas Child on
behalf of the chapter. Four packed boxes: two for a boy
and two for a girl were donated along with funds to mail
the boxes to their destination around the world.
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Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter Serving
the Community during the Holidays
Thanksgiving Projects
On Tuesday, November 24, 2015 the chapter purchased all the
fixings for a Turkey and full Thanksgiving dinner for a needy
family in the Danville community. Brother Arnold Woody
provided the Turkey and the chapter provided all the sides.
Brothers Ed Thomas, Arnold Woody, William Flippen, Micah
Knight and George Durham presented the family with the items.
On Tuesday, November 24, 2015 Brother Arnold Woody
presented God’s Storehouse with 15 turkeys on behalf of the
chapter. God’s Storehouse is an organization that helps the
needy in the community and are a full none profit based
organization. The chapter often makes donations to this
organization.
On Tuesday November 24 Brother Arnold Woody presented 14
Turkeys to Westwood Middle School on behalf of the chapter. The turkeys went to children of needy families and needed some help for the Thanksgiving
Holiday. Westwood is the Chapter’s adopted school which we work with throughout the school year.
Operation Cheer up a Child
On Tuesday December 1, 2015, the chapter donated art supplies and small toys to the Pediatric
Wing of Danville Regional Hospital. The chapter calls this project “Operation Cheer up a Child.”
The chapter’s goal is make a child's stay in the hospital as pleasant as it possible can be. Brothers
William Flippen, Edward Thomas and Polemarch Keshon Kelly made the donation on behalf of
the chapter.
Holiday Koat Drive
On Thursday, December 17, 2015 the chapter
collected coats and outerwear along with belts
for needy children at Westwood Middle
School. This is the chapter’s Kappa
Khristmas Koat Drive. The Brothers that
presented the coats at Westwood were Ed
Thomas and Marvin Martin.
D.V.A Helping the Community
On Friday, December 18, 2015, the chapter
sponsored a needy Family in the Danville, VA
area that had nothing for Christmas. The chapter
donated $50.00 cash. Brother Marvin
Martin donated a Christmas Tree and
the Chapter was able to buy the 4 children in the family each a gift along with
stocking stuffers. Brothers Martin,
Thomas, Flippen and Polemarch Kelly
made the donations to the family on
behalf of the chapter.
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Region IV News
Danville (VA) Alumni Chapter Serving the Community during the Holidays
D.V.A Helping the Community
On Saturday, December 19, 2015 the chapter participated in the Ringing of the Bells for
Salvation Army. This year we participated at Walmart in Danville, VA from 12:00 noon until
2:00 pm. Brothers Ed Thomas, Harry Johnson, George Durham, William Flippen, Phillip
Hayes, Arnold Woody, Bruce Craft, Bernard Keen and Polemarch Keshon Kelly represented
the chapter in the project.
On Monday, December 22, 2015 the
chapter made donations of cases of
canned foods to God’s Storehouse a
community based Christian organization
to benefit the needy in the community.
Also, the chapter donated cases of bottled
water. Brother Ed Thomas, Micah Knight,
William Flippen and Arnold Woody made
the donation on behalf of the chapter.
D.V.A Nupes Day at Lunch
On Tuesday December 1, 2015 the chapter had a “Nupes Day at Lunch” where Brothers of the
Chapter met at Lone Star Steakhouse with family and friends for lunch and drinks. This was also
part of a chapter fundraiser where the
chapter would receive 15% of the total
bill for anyone that purchased a meal
at Lone Star from December 1-2, 2015,
when they present the flier for the
fundraiser. Brothers Flippen, Knight, S. Jennings, Moody, Martin, Thomas, Hayes and
Polemarch Kelly all attended the Luncheon.
D.V.A Annual Holiday Dinner
On Saturday, December 19, 2015
the chapter held our annual
Holiday Dinner at 616 Farm to
Table Restaurant in Danville, VA.
Chapter members along with
family and friends all came out
and enjoyed an evening of dinner
and drinks and good fellowship to
celebrate the holidays.
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Region III News
Richmond (VA) Alumni Chapter Recognizing Sr. Brothers
It has been an annual tradition for the Richmond (VA) Alumni
Chapter (RAC) to celebrate their Sr. Brothers that have served our
Noble Clan for 50 or more years. In 2015, RAC’s 30th Polemarch
Marshall D. Banks, II recognized 7 brothers on their special
accolade with a personalized White Blazer.
Donald Leslie
Brother Rev. Marshall D. Banks, M.D., a Spring 1960 initiate of
Virginia Union University, the Alpha Gamma of Kappa Alpha Psi
Fraternity, Inc. and a member of the RAC’s Board of Directors,
served as the Master of Ceremonies for the awardees. Each received
a personalized short story, expressing life accolades, public service
and life friendship. Brother Banks, M.D. also served as the Alpha
Gamma (and later RAC) Dean of Pledges for 3* of the 7
recipients. These Brothers were:
EP Region III Undergrad
Board Member
The Virginia State Univ.
Chapter the Alpha Phi
John W. Jones, Sr., D.D.S. – Alpha Gamma Chapter Spring 1962*
Welford Lewis – Richmond (VA) Alumni Chapter Spring 1963*
John W. Jackson – Richmond (VA) Alumni Chapter Spring 1964*
Woodson M. Fountain – Xi Chapter Spring 1960
Rev. Charles F. Baugham, D.Min. – Alpha Gamma Chapter Spring 1965
Phillip N. Bladen – Alpha Phi Chapter Fall 1965
Duerward B. Middleton – Gamma Nu Chapter Fall 1965
Also in 2015, Polemarch Banks recognized two Sr. Brothers for their
dedicated service to the chapter. Brother Rev. Marshall D. Banks, M.D.,
father of the Polemarch, received the 2015 ‘RAC Polemarch’s Award’ for
his outstanding service. And Brother Rev. Eddie L. Perry, Sr., was
acknowledged for serving as the chapter’s Chaplain from 2008 – 2015.
Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter (FLAC) 50 Year/ Senior Brothers Breakfast
On 31 October, 2015 The 50 Year/ Senior Brother Committee of the
Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter spent a day celebrating their members
and silhouettes. The Brothers and Silhouettes traveled to Williamsburg
(via van), where they enjoyed a mid-morning breakfast at the Southern
Pancake and Waffle House (1 of 2 African-American owned
restaurants in the city). During the ride from Fort Lee to
Williamsburg, they enjoyed great conversation, a few jokes, and a lot
of stories about the history of the Fort Lee Alumni Chapter. Once in
Williamsburg, everyone enjoyed a delicious breakfast, more great
conversation, introduction to the owner, and picture taking. Upon
completion of the breakfast, the seniors were given a tour of
Williamsburg that included the College of William and Mary, Prime
Outlets, and The Williamsburg Pottery Factory as well as old and new
structures throughout the city.
Pictured left to Right: Brother Carl L. Brown (Committee Chairman),
Brother Charles Haywood, Silhouette Jackie Ward, Silhouette Bernice
Haywood, Silhouette Patricia Lee, Brother David Lee, Brother Larry
Ward and Owner of the restaurant (Corey Bartlett)
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Region III News
Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter: Community Service Event (Donation to Army Community Services)
On 8 December, 2015 the Fort Lee (VA) Alumni
Chapter donated $500 to Army Community
Service (ACS) at Fort Lee, Virginia. ACS is a
human services organization composed of civilian
personnel and an unpaid staff of dedicated
volunteers. The organization assist commanders
in maintaining readiness of individuals, families
and communities within America's Army by
developing, coordinating and delivering services
which promote self-reliance, resiliency and
stability during war and peace. The donation will
be used to purchase 20- $25 Commissary
Vouchers for high risk, dire need, Service and
Family Members facing financial difficulties and
are unable to purchase food. This donation also
allows Army Community Service to offer
Military Families the opportunity to reset and
improve their quality of life.
Pictured from left to right: Brothers Darryl Thomas, Michael Bennet (Committee Chairman), Carl Brown (Vice Polemarch), Ollie Brown,
Charles Haywood, and David Lee presented the check to Ms. Stephanie Parker (ACS Officer).
Brothers Carl L. Brown & Samuel Burns (Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter) receive the Outstanding
Civilian Service Award
On 21 October, 2015 during a ceremony held at Fort Lee, Virginia, Brothers Carl L. Brown
and Samuel Burns received the Outstanding Civilian Service Award. The Outstanding
Civilian Service Award recognizes employees who provide stellar performance in their daily
duties, volunteerism, and charity work performed on Fort Lee and in the local communities.
Carl and Sam were nominated by their peers and selected by a panel of Fort Lee leaders. Carl
serves as a Logistics Management Specialist, he applies a professional knowledge of the
principles, practices, and techniques of evaluation, training, research methodology, statistics,
education technology and logistics management in support of the Commanding General,
CASCOM. Sam serves as a Course Manager, the primary educator in the area of training
evaluation and methodology. He researches, analyzes, develops, and prepares documents and
reports regarding training effectiveness and recommendations for systematic changes to
curricula and methodology.
Carl and Sam’s community involvement includes, but not limited to, Relay for Life (Prince
George), Annual Backpack Giveaway (Fort Lee), Food Basket Drives (Fort Lee), Youth
Basketball and Football Coach, Development of Youth Sports Programs (Chester-YMCA),
Bell-Ringing with the Salvation Army (Colonial Heights), and Habitat for Humanity
(Petersburg) to name a few. Congratulations to Brothers Brown and Burns on this
outstanding achievement!!
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Region III News
Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter Holiday Civil Amenities Visit (Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care Center)
On 19 December 21, 2015, the Civil Amenities Committee of the Fort
Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter spent time visiting Brother Richard Turner
who is currently housed at the Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care Center
in Richmond, Virginia. The Chapter provided Brother Turner with a
Christmas basket and was pleasantly surprised when he joined in as
they sang the Kappa Hymn to him. Brother Turner, who was initiated
as part of FLAC’s first line (The First Five Pillars) has been receiving
treatment at the Sitter & Barfoot Veterans Care Center for over 3
years. He is in good spirits and always seems to have his spirits lifted
when he sees or hears anything Kappa related!!!
Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter (FLAC) Guide Right and Kappa League
On December 21, 2015, the Guide Right and Kappa League Committee of the Fort Lee (VA) Alumni Chapter conducted an interactive meeting
in Chester, Virginia. The Guide Right and Kappa League members provided updates on the individual goals they established for themselves in
September 2015. For the goals that were not met,
courses of actions were provided on how they would
meet the self-imposed goals in the next 90 days. We
conducted a Brainstorming session related to college
preparation. We also conducted a Mind Mapping
session related to the benefits, purpose and potential
hazards of social media. These young men prepared
their concepts maps (in 2-teams) and presented their
final product to the Kappamen that were present.
These presentations were very impressive and
provided yet another bonding opportunity.
Finally, we had Alex Robinson (standing) conduct an
impromptu “mock interview”, simulating addressing
coaches and team members, for an athletic
scholarship opportunity (Training for Leadership!).
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Region II News
Xi Nupes Conduct Research Abroad
Akyle Pyant
EP Region II Undergrad
Board Member
The Univ. of Maryland
Chapter the Theta Theta
Brother Undergraduate Grand Board Member Desmond Taylor (2-Xi-14) and, Polemarch William Harris (5-Xi-14) will be
traveled to South Africa (Cape Town and Johannesburg) December 7-20th, 2015 for a cultural immersion and research
opportunities with the Young Africana Leadership group at Howard University. They were selected along with 20 other
students to conduct research and present at Howard University’s research fair that will take place during the spring semester.
The Young AfricanA Leadership Initiative (YAALI) at Howard University aligns with President Obama’s YALI initiative
committed to investing in development partnerships in Africa. Our mission is to allow young Africana (African American,
Caribbean, and Latin American) student leaders to obtain the skills, research and service learning experiences they need to be
global citizens. Through learning, researching, and visiting Africa, the origin of civilization, students gain an educational and
enlightening experience.
Xi Chapter Celebrates 95 Years of Achievement
The brothers of the Howard University
Chapter, the Xi of Kappa Alpha Psi
Fraternity, Inc. celebrated its 95th
Anniversary in grand fashion. Since its
chartering on December 27, 1920 by 17
courageous men, brothers of the Xi
Chapter have worked diligently to
“Train for Leadership” and “Achieve in
every field of human endeavor”.
The undergraduate brothers launched
off the celebration with a week of events
entitled: “Classic Man,” September 1318. The events commenced with a Call
to Chapel on Sunday, September 13. It
continued with a Hip-Hop Culture panel
discussion, Dress for Success event,
Bible Study with Howard University’s
Dean of the Chapel, Rev. Dr. Bernard L.
Richardson and Mr. Howard University (2008-2010), Rev. Melech Thomas, campus-wide clothing drive which benefited youth at a local Washington, D.C. high school, and a “Know Your Rights” voting informational.
The chapter was overwhelmed to receive the 33rd Grand Polemarch, Brother Thomas L.
Battles, Jr., Senior Grand Vice Polemarch, Brother Reuben Shelton, III, Alumni Grand
Board of Director, Brother Jimmy McMikle, Eastern Province Polemarch, Brother Robert L.
Jenkins (Sp. 1992 Xi initiate), and Executive Director, Brother Ernest Brown at their voting
rights informational.
The celebration continued as the alumni brothers along with the current chapter members
gathered in recognition of this momentous occasion at the university’s homecoming. At the
conclusion of the homecoming
festivities, brothers of Xi
chapter hosted a brunch on
Sunday, October 4, 2015 at the
Hamilton with a keynote address
by the 28th Eastern Province
Polemarch, Brother Robert L.
Jenkins, Jr. Esq. (Xi ’92). Brothers from every decade, starting with the early 50s were in
attendance. Brothers shared stories and images of their Kappa experiences while on the
yard. This gathering brought brothers from near and far together to celebrate a chapter
that has worked for achievement since its conception; moreover, both undergraduate and
alumni brothers alike truly embraced the Xi motto: “It’s easy to be ordinary; it takes
courage to excel; and excel we must”.
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Region II News
University of Maryland Chapter Theta Theta celebrates 40 Year Anniversary
On Saturday, September 26th, the University of
Maryland at College Park, the Theta Theta of
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., celebrated 40
years of achievement. The event was Chaired by
Brother Jerry Dillard and Co-Chaired by Daniel
Crosby. The Master of Ceremonies was Theta
Theta’s own Brother Rick Younger who is
comedian and can be seen doing guest appearances
on NBC’s The Today Show. More than 200
attendee’s attended the black tie affair at the
University of Maryland Marriott Inn & Conference
Center. Proceeds from the event will be going to
support the Lucian Ellis Brown Scholarship
Endowment. To date, over $15,000.00 has been
raised towards this major scholarship effort.
George Mason University celebrates 30 Year Anniversary
On Saturday, October 24, the Brothers of Mu Mu joined by the Alexandria-Fairfax
(VA) Alumni Chapter, 28th Eastern Province Polemarch, and many other
distinguished guests, returned to the campus of George Mason University to
celebrate 30 years of achievement.
With the theme of "Past, Present, & Future", brothers all were able to enjoy a nice
formal banquet and “Oath of rededication” led by our very own Eastern Province
Polemarch, Brother Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq. Brother Dr. Victor C. Mullins (Mu
Mu, Spring '86) delivered the charge as the keynote speaker and the chapter unveiled
a time capsule to be buried beneath the plot on campus for future generations to look
back in amazement on all that has been achieved in the past 30 years.
Washington (DC) Alumni Brown Bag Project
Just wanted share with you a few photos from yesterday's feeding the
homeless event. Brother Dr. William Blake put on an outstanding event
yesterday at his school. The Kappa Leaguers, Guide Right Committee,
parents and our own current EP Polemarch Robert Jenkins (daughter)
joined us in stuffing over 300 plus brown bags to feed the homeless.
Again we would like to thank Brother Blake for allowing us to assist him
in his vision.
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Region II News
Hyattsville/Landover (MD) Alumni Chapter Guide Right
Guide Right Open House
On October 29, 2015, the Hyattsville/Landover Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
held its’ 2015 Guide Right Open House at Riverdale Baptist School, Upper Marlboro,
Maryland. This event was the Chapter’s opportunity to share information with parents and
students about its mentoring/enrichment programs for young men of various age groups
including Kappa League (our flagship Guide Right Program), and Kappa Young Achievers
(a Junior Kappa League program. To date we have well over 20 young boys participating
in the programs.
College Tour
The Chapter sponsored a College Tour to Old Dominium University, Norfolk State
University and Hampton University on November 11, 2015. Approximately 30 students with
2 brothers and school chaperones were in attendance. This trip was unique in that the target
audience was middle schools, 6th – 8th graders. The chapter has made a conscious effort to
focus on this age group by exposing them to college opportunities at a much earlier age.
SAT Workshop and Financial Aid Forum
On Saturday, November 21, 2015, the Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation of Maryland, Inc.,
The Academic Empowerment Foundation, Inc. in partnership with the Chapter held it’s
bi-annual SAT Workshop and Financial Aid Forum at Charles H. Flowers High School,
Springdale, Maryland. Over 200 students and 90 parents were in attendance. Mr. John
Swan, renowned facilitator hosted the session. Reviews from the students and parents were
overwhelming. The Chapter in partnership with the respective Foundations have hosted
this type of program over the last 20 plus years.
Upper Marlboro/Waldorf (MD) Alumni Chapter
Men Make a Difference Day
Robert Bennefield, Gregory Clark, Ken Phillips, Shaun Alfred, Reginald Sealey,
Quentin Gilmore, and DeWayne Wilcher participated in the annual Men Make a
Difference Day at Frederick Douglass High School in Upper Marlboro, Md. on
October 12, 2015. They mentored at risk male students who are struggling with
their school work.
Upper Marlboro/Waldorf (MD) Alumni Chapter
Thanksgiving Food Baskets
The Upper Marlboro/Waldorf Chapter adopted two families for Thanksgiving. A food basket was delivered to each family on November 25, 2015.
Each basket contained enough food items for a complete Thanksgiving meal, including a turkey, ham, vegetables, pies and drinks. Thanks to the
brothers for their food and monetary donations to support the effort.
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Region II News
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter Supports Lincoln Park Community Center
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. has advocated
for families and youths’ development within the community since its’ founding. The
chapter is now revitalizing its’ community service relationship with Lincoln Park
Community Center. SSA recently donated Thanksgiving baskets to Lincoln Park
Community Center to support families and youths within Montgomery
County. Lincoln Park Community is an historic landmark in Montgomery
County, not only as a community center where myriad youth activities are
performed; historically as a segregated African American High School in the 50’s & 60’s. SSA supported Lincoln Park Community Center in the early years of
the chapter’s existence. The chapter’s relationship revitalization strengthens our bond within the community as well as supports the tradition and heritage of our
roots.
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter Participates in Thanksgiving Parade 2015
Silver Spring (MD) Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. participates in the Thanksgiving Day Parade for the
6th consecutive year. As the parade passed the grand stand the announcer emphasized the chapter’s community and
civic accomplishments, such as the Book Award program at all 18 Montgomery County High Schools, Guide Right
program, Kappa League and Community Outreach for Thanksgiving &
Christmas food donations.
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter Ugly
Christmas Sweater Contest
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest top 3
contestants – L to R: Chris Thompson, Vandy L. Miller, & Silhouette
Price and the honors go to……Silhouette Price.
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Region II News
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter Senior Kappa Luncheon 2015
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni held its’ annual celebratory Senior Kappa
Luncheon on December 5, 2015 with eight (8) Senior Kappa and/or 50
Yr. brothers in attendance along with a host of SSA chapter members.
Sr. Kappa 1st row L to R: Ed Hayes, Thomas McDaniel, Lawson
Williams, Vandy L. Miller, McKinley Hudson, Steve Jordan.
2nd row L to R: Edwin Chavous, Sean Lee, Bill Durham, Mervyn
Alphonso, Marius Davis, John Henderson, Kerwin Miller,
3rd row L to R: Paul Barnes, Rodney Simmons, Gerald Washington,
Charlie Sears
Pictured left center: Brother (Rev) I. “Benni” Singleton (Delta Gamma ’51) has the distinguished honor
and pleasure of not only celebrating 64 yrs in Kappa, but also celebrating his 88th birthday on December 5th.
Silver Spring (MD) Alumni Chapter Celebrates Founder Day
with other Area Chapters
J5 - Founders Day celebration – 4 chapters building a bond: Silver Spring (MD), College Park-Sandy Springs
(MD), Gaithersburg-Rockville (MD) & Frederick (MD)
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Region I News
The Annapolis (MD) Alumni Chapter 50th Anniversary
Michael Barnett
EP Region I Undergrad
Board Director
UMES Chapter
The Pi Nu
Annapolis (MD) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi
Fraternity, Inc. was chartered on December 5, 1965 by 14 men
led by Willie Q. McManus. Brother McManus was a teacher at
Bates High School in Annapolis. He saw the need for an
alumni chapter in the Annapolis/Anne Arundel county area
since the closest chapters were located in Baltimore and
Washington, DC.
On December 6, 2015, the chapter held its 50 th Anniversary
Celebration at the Camelot Ballroom in Upper Marlboro, MD.
Thomas L. Battles, Jr., the 33rd Grand Polemarch, was the
keynote speaker.
The chapter was recognized with proclamations from the
Maryland General Assembly, the Anne Arundel County
Executive, the City of Annapolis, and the Anne Arundel
County School System. During the course of the evening, a
tribute was paid to those brothers from the chapter who
transitioned to the Chapter Invisible. The chapter also paid
tribute to the surviving Silhouettes. Special recognition was
given to George E. Gaither, Jr., and Carroll H. Hynson, Jr., the
two living charter members, and to T. Roosevelt Williams, Jr.,
Chapter Past Polemarch.
Among some of the visiting brothers included the 29 th Grand
Polemarch, Howard L. Tutman, Jr.; Past Grand Board
Member, 21st Eastern Province Polemarch, and Guy L. Grant
Awardee, Anthony B. Hill; 15th Eastern Province Polemarch
and Elder Watson Diggs Awardee Clarence F. Nelson, Jr.; and
28th Eastern Province Polemarch Robert L. Jenkins, Jr. Esq.
ANNAPOLIS (MD) ALUMNI KAPPAS IN THE MILITARY
On December 1, 2015 at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Fort Belvoir, VA,
Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Elmer D. Foreman, Annapolis (MD) Alumni 2008 initiate,
retired from the US Army Reserves after twenty-eight years of service. LTC
Foreman was the Energy Army Reserve Team Lead at DLA. Brother Foreman was
awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his service at DLA. Brother
Foreman was deployed to Iraq in 2004 for Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he served
as a Support Operations Officer. During this deployment, Brother Foreman received
the Meritorious Service Medal. Brother Foreman was commissioned as a Second
Lieutenant in the United States Army in May 1987. Subsequently, Brother Foreman
received his Bachelors of Science degree from the University of North CarolinaGreensboro. Brother Foreman is currently the Vice Polemarch for Annapolis (MD)
Alumni. Replacing Brother Foreman as the Energy Army Reserve Team Lead at DLA
is LTC Harold Young, III, Annapolis (MD) Alumni Spring 1998 initiate. LTC Young
served on a Military Transition Team (MiTT) as the Maintenance Advisor to the Iraq
Army 1st Motor Transport Regiment (MTR) during his 2006-07 deployment for
Operation Iraqi Freedom. Brother Young was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat
Action Badge, and Joint Meritorious Unit Award for his service during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Brother Young is the Immediate Past Polemarch of
Annapolis (MD) Alumni. Brother Young attended Officer’s Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in
the United States Army in February 1988. Brother Young received a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Maryland in May 1983 and a Juris
Doctorate from the University of Maryland, School of Law in January 1991.
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Region I News
Columbia (MD) Alumni Welcomes the 28th Eastern Province
Polemarch
The Columbia (MD) Alumni chapter was honored to receive the 28 th Eastern Province Polemarch,
Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq., at the December 19 th chapter meeting. After the official opening
ceremony, Chapter Polemarch James A. Morrow, Jr. relinquished the podium to Province
Polemarch Jenkins who addressed the body with words of encouragement and enthusiasm. Points
of his discussion covered the current state of the Province and active chapters. Polemarch
Jenkins, a 1992 initiate of Xi Chapter, Howard University, stated that one of his objectives and
the directive given to him by Grand Polemarch Bates, is to settle the unrest within the Province
through transparency and a willingness to have open, honest and frank dialogue.
The chapter also hosted the immediate past Polemarch of the Baltimore Alumni Chapter, Brother Kirk Hemphill who, as part of the chapter’s
protocol initiative, provided clarification on the Memorial Service for members that have transitioned to the Chapter Invisible. Columbia (MD)
Alumni chapter Polemarch James A. Morrow, Jr. (left) gives the 28th Eastern Province Polemarch, Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq. (right) a heartfelt
thank you after his informative and encouraging words during his visit to the Chapter's December meeting.
Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter Honors 50 Year Member
The Columbia (MD) Alumni chapter proudly recognized the 50 years of fraternal service in the Bond by Alan J.
Kennedy. On October 25th, 1965, he was initiated at Nu Chapter, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN. Kennedy
was born on December 7th, 1942, in Kokomo, IN. and his first exposure to KAPPA was in 1961, as he was finishing
high school. He had made plans to attend an Elder Watson Diggs memorial event in Bloomington, IN. Kennedy
entered Indiana University with his undergraduate sights set on Chemistry and Pre-Med. He later found his passion in
all things automated and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. His first job was working for General
Electric in Louisville, KY. He later went on to pursue and obtain his Law Degree in 1976, from the University of
Maryland while attending classes at night. He ended his career as an accomplished patent attorney at the National
Aeronautics and Science Administration.
Kennedy dedicated himself to the Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter in 1983. He has held positions of Assistant Keeper
of Records, Assistant Keeper of Exchequer (KoE), KoE and Polemarch. Brother Kennedy has served on the chapter’s
Board and was instrumental in the chapter filing for their 501(C)3 Scholarship Foundation.
Alan J. Kennedy receiving his 50 Year Certificate and recognition from Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter Polemarch James A. Morrow.
Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter Volunteering Time at Grassroots
The Columbia (MD) Alumni chapter believes in the community that they live in by
generously volunteering their time at the Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center
(www.grassrootscrisis.org) . The center, founded in 1969, operates in Howard
County and Central Maryland and offers a 33 bed shelter and “empowers people in
crisis to make positive changes by offering professional 24-hour crisis intervention,
shelter and outreach services.”
Service Committee Chairman Sean P. Hines (pictured) coordinates the chapter’s
efforts by donating canned goods and other perishables, as well as serving hot
meals to the residents and the county’s growing transient community.
Service Committee Chairman Sean P. Hines (front center left), Polemarch James A. Morrow
(front center right) and members of Columbia (MD) Alumni volunteering at Grassroots Crisis
Intervention Center.
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Region I News
Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter Presents The League of Extraordinary (Young) Gentlemen
The Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter officially kicked off their Kappa League
program on Sunday, December 13th at Celebration Church in Columbia, MD. Forty
high school and middle school aged young men were registered and participated in
the Self Awareness and Identity program lead by co-chairs Eddie A. Winkley and S.
Isaiah Harvin. The evening’s events focused on Discipline (restraint and selfcontrol); Assurance (being sure and expressing confidence); Awareness (knowledge
and perception of a situation and surroundings) and Appearance.
Extraordinary [ik-strawr-dn-er-ee, ek-struh-awr-] exceptional in character, amount,
extent, degree, etc.; noteworthy; remarkable.
Columbia (MD) Alumni Kappas Keeping the PACE
The Columbia (MD) Alumni Chapter annually co-sponsors the “Howard County Police Pace,” a race/
walk as a Bronze level organization. On September 13 th, 2015 the annual community event was host to
over 500 runners. The chapter was proud to have had the fraternity name on the back of each runner’s
T-shirt and presented awards to some of the runners. This community activity has been in existence for
more than 10 years. Several chapter members also serve on the Police Foundation Board of Directors.
(l to r) BG George Price USA (Ret)Ret, Donal D. Hogan and Howard County MD Chief of Police, Gary L. Gardner
presenting awards to young runners.
Frederick (MD) Alumni Chapter Necktie Club
On October 18, 2015, the Brothers of the Frederick (MD) Alumni Chapter
along with the Frederick Maryland community celebrated the 20 th
Anniversary of the Frederick Necktie Club. Both past and current
members of the Necktie Club representing Frederick High, Governor
Thomas Johnson High, and Tuscarora High were in attendance.
This club which originated at Frederick High School in 1995 has expanded
to three other Frederick County high schools. The Necktie Club was the
brain child of Brother Earl H. Robbins Jr. who saw the need to mentor
high school age boys and encourage them to dress professionally and
prepare them for a professional world.
During the celebration the Necktie Club was acknowledged by the city of
Frederick to include Mayor Randy McClement in attendance as well as a
certificate of recognition from U.S. Congressman, John K. Delaney of
Maryland’s 6th District and Frederick County Executive, Jan H. Gardner.
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Reminders & Updates
* If any Brother or Chapter is interested in advertising in the Khronical’s upcoming editions please
contact Brother Tom Vanlandingham at [email protected] for rates and information.
* Eastern Province Winter Board of Directors Meeting - Saturday February 20, 2016, Marriott Waterside,
Norfolk, VA
* Formal Chartering Ceremony for the Radford Univ. Chapter the Rho Theta of Kappa Alpha Psi,
Saturday March 5, 2016 at 5:11 pm at the Negril Academy, 134 Parker Rd, Danville, VA. Contact
Brothers Ed Thomas [email protected] or Keshon Kelly at [email protected] for
information
* Eastern Province Spring 2016 MTA Cluster Weekend - March 11– 13, 2016 Hilton Garden Inn,
Colonial Heights, VA
* Sunday of Hope Worship Service in support of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Sunday, April
10, 2016 5:00pm, City of Praise Family Ministries, 8501 Jericho City and Bishop Peebles Drive,
Landover, Maryland 20785, (301)-333-1270, Guest Minister: Grand Chaplain Dr. G. Keith Blue
* Kappas on Kapital Hill will be taking place on April 10 –12, 2016 in Washington, D.C. for information
and details please contact Brother Britton Smith at [email protected].
* The 2016 Eastern Province Council (91st Anniversary) will be held in Norfolk Virginia, on April 1417, 2016, hosted by the Norfolk (VA) Alumni Chapter at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott. If you do not
want to miss out, be sure to take a moment and register for the Province Council at the Norfolk Waterside
Marriott.
* As part of the National St. Jude initiative, please consider establishing a Chapter Team, being a sponsor, and/or taking out an ad for the St. Jude/Kappa Alpha Psi Golf Tournament. The tournament will be
held July 22, at Laurel Hill Golf Club located in Lorton Virginia. The Eastern Province has exceeded all
national giving records so let’s continue to make this happen.
* All articles for the spring edition of the Khronical are do to me by no later than May 30, 2016. Please
email jpeg pictures and articles in a word document to [email protected]. If you submit
articles and pictures and they are not in the proper format then they may not be published.
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