resting. During the 87-88 school campaign we plan to work even harder, especially within the Edwardsville community and the St. Louis metropolitan area because we realize that "The Struggle Continues".
Wichita state u Delta Mu Striving for Unity The Brothers of Delta Mu chapter extend the highest greetings to all Brothers of the upper house of Alpha Phi Alpha. Here, at Wichita State University, we are eternally committed to holding up the "Light of the World" for all to see. The 1986 fall semester started off with a bang. The Brothers were asked to serve as honorary security guards for the NAACP's annual Labor Day March to city hall. The march was a rewarding experience for all participants, and the program also featured Brother George Williams, a member of Eta Beta Lambda chapter. The month of September found the Brothers hosting their semester Alpha Phi Alpha Kick-off party. It was a huge success that commanded the support of the entire greek community. Much of the fall semester was spent drumming up support in the state for the upcoming 1988 Midwest Regional convention that Delta Mu will co-host with Eta Beta Lambda alumni chapter. In J a n u a r y , t h e B r o t h e r s w e r e present for the unveiling of a bust of Brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. which was made a permanent addition to the university's outdoor sculpture collection. During Black History Month, the men of Delta Mu took the initiative in honoring the contributions of Black Americans and members of Alpha Phi Alpha. The month began with the chapter's Alpha Celebration kick-off party. Kappa Tau, Kansas State University, and Xi Nu, Emporia State University aided in the success of this affair. During the Pan-Hellenic Council's "Black History Week", Alpha answered the call. Delta Mu participated in a unity march across the campus. Brother David McClellan presented a profile on Brother Jesse Owens; Brother Ronald C. Small 42
Brothers of Delta Mu, Kappa Tau, and Xi Nu at Alpha Kick-off party
advanced to the championship round of the Black History Trivia contest, and Brother Jimmie L. Blount, along with Brother Small, participated in the Black Student's Jazz Ensemble. The Chapter also performed a joint step with the ladies of Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in the Greek Exhibition. The remainder of the semester saw Delta Mu men excel in all areas. Brother Small was appointed to the Court of Academic Appeals at the University, and Brother McClellan captured the 1987 Missouri Valley Conference triple jump championship as a member of the W.S.U. track team. This was the only first place finish by a team member. In August, the Brothers united with the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha for a "Back to School Weekend" which featured a picnic on Saturday and attending worship services at the Calvary Baptist Church in Wichita on Sunday morning. Delta Mu will forever hold Alpha high as we embark upon our never ending journey to the SUMMIT of our renown Alpha Phi Alpha. —David McClellan
west Virginia Alpha Zeta Lambda Alive and Kicking Greetings to Alpha Brothers wherever you are, from Alpha Zeta Lambda. We are proud to inform you that we are still alive and kicking.
Thanks to our Secretary, Adolphus Young, Jr., and President, William Law, we can look back on a good year. Officers elected for the current year are as follows: William Law, President; Dr. Marvin Rogers, Vice President; Adolphus Young, Secretary; Frederick Lewis, Assistant Secretary; Dr. Aubrey Jackson, Treasurer; Clarence Shelton, Editor-to-the Sphinx; Dr. Marvin Rogers, Education Director; Quincy Madison, Dean of Pledges; Rev. Thomas Tucker, Chaplain; Leonard McClanahan, Historian; Adolphus Young, Corresponding Secretary. An innovation began this past year with serving dinner at the once a m o n t h m e e t i n g s . At our a n n u a l worship service, we were honored to have Bishop Brother J. Clinton Hoggard of Indianapolis preach our sermon at the First A.M.E. Zion Church, Bluefield. Also, due to the initiative of Brothers Law and Madison, pen sets were awarded to the Black High School graduates of Raleigh County. Brother Madison spearheaded the Chapters participation in the NAACP Program for the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday Celebration. Singled out for Citizen of the Year by the City of Bluefield is our own Dr. P. R. Higginbotham. He has worked as a General Practicioner in Bluefield for 60 years since his arrival in 1926. More than 2,200 children have been delivered by him during that period. He has been an outspoken advocate in the Civil Rights Movement over the years. The Sphinx/Winter 1987