May Chapter Report 2015

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ZETA PHI CHAPTER
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
ZETA PHI CHAPTER REPORT
APRIL 29, 2015, 90 YEARS LATER
Greetings Brothers: HAPPY 90 YEARS to The Auspicious Zeta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi
Phi Fraternity Incorporated. 90 years ago, 5 Men of Standard and Vision felt it would be a
great idea to establish an organ of Omega Psi Phi in Indianapolis, Indiana. Brother Emory
A. James (Beta Chapter 1914), Brother William Conway Summers (Alpha Chapter 1918),
Brother Charles E. Harry III (Alpha Chapter 1918), Brother Meyers E. Proctor (Beta
Chapter 1919) and Brother Charleston B. Cox (Alpha Chapter 1918) laid a permanent
foundation for future Brothers to serve diligently within the community and the nation.
Over the course of 90 years, the Zeta Phi Chapter has remained full in favor and a pillar
of excellence in the 10th District. Zeta Phi Chapter is the home of 4 Past Grand Basileus
whom includes, 15th Grand Basileus Brother. William E. Baugh, 1935-1937 (Mr.
Reclamation and Retention, Big Man of the Frat), 20th Grand Basileus Brother. Milo C.
Murray 1949-1951, 25th Grand Basileus Brother. Cary D. Jacobs 1961-1964 (Life Member
# 1), 31st Grand Basileus Brother. Burnell E. Coulon 1979-1982. The bountiful
accomplishments and relentless contributions to society by the Brothers through the radius
and ulna of Zeta Phi Chapter remains an example of Men Imbued with the desire to serve
mankind.
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78th 10th District Conference
The Talented 10th District Convention was held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Milwaukee,
Wisconsin. Brothers from all over the 10th District and a few from visiting districts poured
into Milwaukee with a brighter vision and future for the 10th District in mind. Brother
District Rep Steve Watkins did an excellent job conducting the business of Omega. The
Brothers of the Kappa Phi Chapter held an outstanding gathering at their beautiful
Chapter House that kicked off the weekends festivities.
Congratulations to the newly elected 2015-2016 Executive Officers.
Brother. Steve Watkins, 35th Tenth District Representative
Brother. Darryl Jones, First Vice District Representative
Brother. Zamarre Neely, Second Vice District Representative
Brother. Derrick Ivory, District Keeper of Record and seal
Brother. Roland Thorpe, District Keeper of Finance
Brother. Larry Smith, District Counselor
Brother. Sean T. Long District Director Chaplin
Brother. Kevin Hester, District Marshal
The Zeta Phi Chapter was well represented and received an award for service in the
community. Congratulations to Bryan Thompson for his stellar efforts in the Talent Hunt
competition. Although he received second place, he blew the crowd away with his
performance. 127 suits, 100 ties, 20 shirts and 20 pairs of pants were distributed to the
undergraduate Brothers in attendance. The future is bright for the 10th District and the
Zeta Phi Chapter has a strong presence that is essential for continuous growth. See you at
the 79th District meeting in Merrillville, Indiana hosted by the Alpha Kappa Kappa
Chapter of Omega Psi Phi.
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On Monday, April 20, 2015, the Men of Zeta Phi Chapter in partnership with the Indianapolis
Uplift Foundation sponsored 30 boys from the Boys II Men and New Boy Mentoring programs
to attend the Steward Speaker Lecture Series feature guest lecturer Bro. Steve Harvey.
For more than 29 years, Steward Speakers has been dedicated to enhancing the community by
providing opportunities to engage with America’s best leaders and brightest luminaries. The
speaker series provides an educational experience to young people, families, indigent and the
adult learner who normally would not receive the opportunity to attend such events. Steward
Speakers showcases lecturers of national and local prominence.
Recently, the 2015 Neophytes of Zeta Phi Chapter also known as the 7 Auspicious Sons of
Omega wasted no time getting down to service by partnering with the Indianapolis Uplift
Foundation to provide shirts and ties for 10 young men at Arsenal Technical High School to
attend the 2015 National Council of Educating Black Children Youth Summit which took place
on Wednesday, April 15th.
The mission of the National Council on Educating Black Children is to reinstate academic rigor
and relevant teaching, improve the assessment of such instruction, and prepare the AfricanAmerican learner for effective participation in a competitive global society.
This youth summit drew over 200 young black males from schools in and around the
Indianapolis area. The NCEBC reached out to the several organizations to sponsor shirts and ties
for each school that was to participate in the summit. As usual, the men of Omega took the lead
and were one of the first groups to step up and sponsor a school. Thanks to the Leadership of
Brother Veaon Shelton (Zeta Phi 2012) and neophyte Sol Stephens (Zeta Phi 2015) as well as the
support from Indianapolis Uplift
Foundation President, Brother Daniel Pierson (Pi Beta 1976) the task was completed.
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EDITORS NOTES:
Congratulation to Brother Tyrelle Collins for being recognized by Brother Pastor Joy
Thornton and the Greater St. Mark Church for his relentless efforts in the improvement
and quality of the Children he is guiding to success. Brother Collins has been working hard
on the front lines in the battle for the precious lives of today’s youth and refuses to let one
fall through the crack. Brother Collins we applaud your efforts and tenacity for leading the
charge in changing a generation that is in desperate need and crying for help.
Omega Chapter:
Brother. R. Cesar Johnson Chi Sigma Chapter
Brother. Duane Miller Upsilon Kappa Kappa
Condolences to Brother Victor Bailey on the loss of his mother Mrs. Thelma L. Bailey.
Condolences to Brother Mickey Plunkett on the loss of his mother Mrs. Dianne C. Taylor.
Brothers, please know your pain is our pain, your loss is our loss. Please know that we love
you and are in strong prayer for your family during this time.
Brother’s as we celebrate 90 years we must ask ourselves, where will our beloved chapter
be 10 years from now when we celebrate 100 years. Will there be a fifth and sixth Grand
Basileus from the Zeta Phi Chapter? Will we continue to be represented at every
Conclave? What will the face of the Zeta Phi Chapter look like in 2025? These are all
questions we must answer here and now. There is a great amount of work still to be done
and there is no time to slow down or ease off the gas. Live everyday Auspicious and shine
the Light of Omega in all that you do.
Thank You for allowing me to serve,
Chapter Recorder
Brother C.O. Golden Zeta Phi Fall 2012
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