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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FR ATERNIT Y, INC.
th
ANNUAL
SOUTHWESTERN REGIONAL Convention
Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment Bro. Jeramaine O. Netherly, 24th Southwestern Regional Vice President
March 24-27, 2022 Tulsa, Oklahoma
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center
Hosted by Alpha Tau Lamda Chapter
Congratulations, Brother SWR Vice President Jeramaine O. Netherly and Brothers of Alpha Tau Lambda From the Beta Tau Lambda Chapter
Host Chapter for the 77th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 30th - April 2nd
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Toliver Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Extends Best Wishes To
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. On Your 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention Acknowledging Our Pastor Jimmy D. Hunter, D.Min A Member of Epsilon Epsilon Lambda Chapter - Waco, Texas
Dr. Jimmy & Dr. Pamelia Hunter
1402 Elm Avenue, Waco, Texas 76704
Dr. & Mrs. Jimmy D. Hunter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Omicron Psi Lambda Chapter
Impacting the Communities of the River Parishes, LA. Chartered January 15, 2022
The Brothers of the
Omicron Psi Lambda Chapter would like to wish
Bro. Jeramaine O. Netherly, 24th Southwestern Region Vice-President
Bro. Ayowolemi “Wole” Akinyamoju, Southwestern Region Assistant Vice-President and
the Host Chapters a successful 76th Southwestern Regional Convention.
First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All
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P.O. BOX 1683, LAPLACE, LA. 70069
OMICRON PSI LAMBDA
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uentin DeAngelo Liggins.
“Beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew and friend, Quentin DeAngelo Liggins lived his 33 years of life rooted in Godly faith, love, and community. In his own words he shared, ‘I thoroughly enjoy finding common connections and introducing people to one another in hopes that both of their lives will improve based upon the new relationship.’ It was this sense of connection and community by which Quentin lived and loved.”
This first passage of his obituary illuminates much about why we keep saying his name. In an effort to keep his name alive and the tenets of education for our young that he triumphed so magnificently, Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has rechristened its Black Wall Street Alpha Scholarship, “The Alpha Tau Lambda Quentin DeAngelo Liggins Memorial Scholarship.” As a true man of distinction, Q was the quintessential Alpha man who exemplified manly deeds, scholarship and love for all mankind. To this end we would like to offer you a chance to give this scholarship, named in his honor, a perpetual life. Whatever you choose to give will be utilized as a way to memorialize Q’s name and provide scholarships to outstanding graduating high school students who have chosen to Please join us by giving in these ways. You may send your tax deductible contribution: via Cash App @ $Burnsam448 or make checks payable to Alpha Tau Lambda, PO Box 6118, Tulsa, OK 74106. If you have questions or need further information, please contact Dr. Darnell Blackmon 918-830-0059 or via email at leomd@cox.net.
Thank you in advance for helping to continue the legacy of Quentin DeAngelo Liggins.
Welcome to Tulsa
WILLIS L. LONZER, III, Ph.D. GENERAL PRESIDENT
SEAN MCCASKILL. INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AYOWOLEMI “WOLE” AKINYAMOJU REGIONAL ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT
JERAMAINE O. NETHERLY REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
SOUTHWESTERN REGION
March 14, 2022 Dear Brothers of the Southwestern Region: Welcome to Tulsa, Oklahoma, location of the historic Greenwood District, and host of the 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention. The theme for the 76th Annual convention is: Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment. General President, Brother Dr. Willis L. Lonzer, III has urged all Alpha Men to be “Men of Distinction” and that is what we intend to do. It is my hope that following your attendance at the convention, you will be inspired to return to your communities and be a part of the solution. Throughout the weekend, we encourage brothers to be engaged with the business of the fraternity as well as take advantage of renewed relationships as we return to in-person meetings. Our activities begin prior to convention with our Virtual Building Black Wealth Series with our national partner, National Association of Real Estate Brokers. The opening program will revisit some of the wealth building notes and will include a panel discussion with featured stakeholders in the local community. Following with our convention theme, we will also commemorate one of the most prominent concentrations of African-American wealth by visiting the Greenwood District, popularly known as America’s “Black Wall Street”. The host chapter, Alpha Tau Lambda, is planning an informative and entertaining convention for you and your special guests. Brothers, this convention promises to be a well-planned and memorable event for all. We look forward to seeing you in Tulsa. Fraternally,
Jeramaine O. Netherly Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated 24th Southwestern Regional Vice President ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY | GENERAL OFFICE | 2313 SAINT PAUL STREET, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21218 -5211 W: APA1906.NET | P: 410.554.0040 | F: 410.554.0054 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
SEAN L. McCASKILL INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
WILLIS L. LONZER, III, Ph.D. GENERAL PRESIDENT
Brothers, Welcome to the Annual Southwestern Regional Convention in Tulsa, Oklahoma on March 24 – 27, 2022. Together, we will witness the realization of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternal history as the 76th Annual Regional Convention assembles to conduct the business of the fraternity. Congratulations are due Regional Vice President, Brother Jeramaine Netherly, and Regional Assistant Vice President, Brother Ayowolemi Akinyamoju respectively, for ensuring that the planned festivities would indeed come to fruition. This year’s regional convention theme is “Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment.” Our presence in the beautiful city of Tulsa underscores yet again the expansion of the General Organization of our dear fraternity from our origin at Cornell University in 1906 in Ithaca, New York to the global extensions of our Brotherhood today. These facts hallmark the continuing relevance and significance of Alpha Phi Alpha's impact through our service as a fraternity. Since the General Convention is not convening this year, this regional convention will be a prime opportunity for the men of Alpha Phi Alpha to deepen our fraternal bond, strengthen friendships, and to build new ones. We will also gain new perspectives, remember our Brothers who have transitioned to the Omega Chapter, and rekindle our commitment to Alpha, leaving here with a renewed focus on our mission as a fraternity. It is my sincerest hope that this regional convention will allow you the opportunity to reflect on how you are Elevating the Alpha Spirit. As a Brotherhood, we are continuously working to align fraternity-wide programming, initiatives, and synergies with those on the regional level and so on. As the region moves forward, let us be reminded to continue to press on together, One Alpha, in service by always embracing our fraternity’s motto: First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All! Fraternally,
Willis L. Lonzer, III, Ph.D. General President ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. | GENERAL OFFICE | 2313 SAINT PAUL STREET, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21218-5211 W: APA1906.NET | P: 410.554.0040 | F: 410.554.0054 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
WILLIS L. LONZER, III, Ph.D. GENERAL PRESIDENT
SEAN L. McCASKILL INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Brothers of the Southwestern Region, I hope this letter finds you mentally and physically well. It is my pleasure to offer you greetings at the 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention, “Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment” in Tulsa, Oklahoma on March 24 – 27, 2022. As your Interim Executive Director, it is truly my honor and privilege to serve you, our communities, and our Brotherhood. The great work that General President Dr. Willis L. Lonzer, III, and the General Office staff undertake daily is in service to what matters most of all, ensuring the legacy of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and that work continues. General President Lonzer’s Elevating the Alpha Spirit vision means even more now than when he first presented it. Brothers, we have worked diligently to strengthen our Brotherhood, improve operational excellence, and encouraged our Brotherhood to answer the call of servant leadership. Yet, we still have further to go. We cannot be complacent with the progress made. Our purpose is higher. Brothers, we must continue to elevate, not just for ourselves, but for our communities, our families, and our beloved Brotherhood. As a membership driven organization, the Brotherhood’s overall development is at the heart of our success. Over the past year, the General Staff and I have focused our attention on creating more efficient ways to serve your region and all Alpha Brothers. We continue to increase our partnerships and sponsors, expand our internal and external communication strategies and efforts, and, most of all, excel in serving your needs. My Brothers of the Southwestern Region, your committed efforts have also not gone unnoticed. Please continue to serve your community and your Fraternity, as we continue to serve you. I hope this Southwestern Regional Convention offers a tremendous opportunity for fellowship, productivity, and fraternal empowerment, as well as ensures fond memories for years to come. I wish you all an enjoyable and engaging Southwestern Regional Convention. Fraternally,
Sean L. McCaskill Interim Executive Director ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY | GENERAL OFFICE | 2313 SAINT PAUL STREET, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21218-5211 W: APA1906.NET | P: 410.554.0040 | F: 410.554.0054 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ® ALPHA TAU LAMBDA CHAPTER P.O. BOX 6118 TULSA, OK 74106
Willis L. Lonzer III, Ph.D. General President
Russell LaCour Chapter President Jason Gilley Chapter 1st Vice President Quentin Liggins Chapter 2nd Vice President
Sean McCaskill Executive Director
Greetings Good Brothers: In times like these, words can seem frail when expressing joy, excitement and expectation. Yet, it is truly my honor and an absolute joy to be a part of the Tulsa Black Wall Street Alphas, Alpha Tau Lambda chapter, which welcomes you back to the House of Alpha in our home called Tulsa. in the great state of Oklahoma, a quiet pinnacle of the Southwestern Region. We are excited to open the doors of hospitality and brotherhood to welcome you. Let me say thank you to Brandon Jackson, our local chapter Convention Chairman and our cadre of Brothers, for their diligent work alongside the regional team to make this meeting a success. Our regional leadership, led by Southwestern Regional Vice President Bro. Jeramaine O. Netherly and SWR Assistant Vice President Bro. Ayowolemi "Wole" Akinyamoju have proven once again the steadfast determination to ensure Alpha men of distinction make steps forward in this fraternal life. Over the past couple of years, we have been particularly reminded that God controls the wheels and that we must show faith in moving onward despite obstacles in health, social justice and yes, even wealth. Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment is more than a theme. I am excited to see how this convention rekindles what we know. It is an opportunity to learn what people knew growing up along the Black Wall Street, that together we can build generational wealth. So, Brothers, let’s do what we always do, make time to learn something new, how to be better men, better leaders and mentors to young men and women in our communities. And don’t miss the opportunity to experience the historic aspects of Tulsa. It’s a great city that often people find they want to come back to again and again. I hope that is your expectation. It is certainly mine. Welcome to Tulsa,
Russell LaCour Russell LaCour Alpha Tau Lambda Host Chapter President 2020-22 Founders Henry A. Callis
Charles H. Chapman
Eugene K. Jones
George B. Kelley
Nathaniel A. Murray
Robert H. Ogle
Vertner W. Tandy
State Office:
2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Rm. 503 Oklahoma City, OK 73105 (405) 557-7406 Regina.Goodwin@okhouse.gov
HOUSE of REPRESENTATIVES State of Oklahoma REGINA GOODWIN March 22, 2022
State Representative District 73
Welcome to the members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We are honored that you chose the city of Tulsa to host your event. We are confident that you will find Tulsa to be a wonderful setting for this distinguished meeting. Many native Tulsans have tremendous narratives. May you sense the entrepreneurial spirit of Simon Berry, owner of a charter plane company and pilot, and may you know the artistic soul of actress Alfre Woodard, Charlie Wilson, and the GAP Band. As the first intercollegiate historically African American fraternal organization founded, we urge you to learn more of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, kept in sacred memory and to visit the historic grounds of Black Wall Street, where we cherish the history it holds. I hope you continue your service in the footsteps of Dr. John Hope Franklin, an Oklahoma native and Alpha Phi Alpha member, who said "knowing one's history leads one to act in a more enlightened fashion. I can not imagine how knowing one's history would not urge one to be an activist." Alpha Phi Alpha has no lack of exemplary leaders throughout the history of the organization, including the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As you conduct the convention this week. I trust you will equip yourselves to better shepherd the next generation through community as "servants for all". Best wishes for a productive meeting and continued success within your organization and throughout the communities you influence and support. I hope your time here is impactful and you will be compelled to visit again. Sincerely,
Representative Regina Goodwin
G.T. Bynum OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
Welcome to Tulsa! On behalf of the City of Tulsa, it is my pleasure to welcome each of you attending the 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity March 24-27, 2022, at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center. Near your hotel in south Tulsa, you are invited to enjoy the busy shopping and dining area that includes Woodland Hills Mall. If you’d like to experience more shopping in Tulsa, take time to visit Utica Square, Cherry Street, Brookside and Tulsa Hills. Also visit Downtown Tulsa with entertainment at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center and BOK Center and attractions including the Woody Guthrie Center, the newly opened Greenwood Rising Museum, and numerous nightspots and dining options. Tulsa also has a distinctive stretch of historic Route 66, featuring one-of-a-kind businesses, neon signs and landmark attractions, including the east and west gateways, the restored 1934 Meadow Gold neon sign, and two larger-than-life artworks: Route 66 Rising and the 20,000pound bronze, East Meets West. Take the bridge across the Arkansas River to see the Avery Plaza Southwest neon sign park and the Route 66 Historic Village a little farther west at 3770 Southwest Boulevard. Tulsa’s location on the banks of the Arkansas River provides recreational opportunities including walking and bicycling on trails in Tulsa’s River Parks, and our nationally known park, Gathering Place, that opened in 2018 and was named USA Today’s Best New Attraction. Designed as a vibrant and inclusive space, this riverfront park blends nature with an urban setting. Gathering Place provides Tulsans and visitors alike with space to play, relax and gather along the river. As Mayor of Tulsa, it is my honor to welcome you to our great city. Enjoy your visit and come back often to experience opportunities you won’t find anywhere else. Best regards,
G.T. Bynum Mayor City of Tulsa
175 E. 2 nd St. • Tulsa, OK 74103 • Office 918.596.7411 • Fax 918.596.9010 Email: Mayor@cityoftulsa.org www.cityoftulsa.org
TULSA CITY COUNCIL March 18th, 2022 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, INC. Southwest Region It is an honor to extend to your esteemed group my sincerest greetings and best wishes for a successful and productive gathering o f The Southwestern Region Convention o f Alpha Phi Alpha, INC., hosted by the Tulsa Chapter (Alpha Tau Lambda) o f your fraternity, during its 76th Annual Regional Convention March 24th-27th, 2022 at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is also a pleasure to welcome the more than 750 participants for this year's Annual Convention, which includes some o f the region's most talented professionals and leaders from the public and private sectors, whose work serves to reinforce and uplift the Fraternity's objectives to: • • • •
Stimulate the ambition o f its members Prepare members for the greatest usefulness in the causes of humanity, freedom, and dignity o f the individual Encourage the highest and noblest form of manhood Aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status
As the immediate past Chair o f the Tulsa City Council during the Centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, I hope your time here affords you the oppottunity to learn from each other, that you may take what you learn in brotherhood back to benefit your respective communities. The mission o f Alpha Phi Alpha, and its importance as the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fratemal organizations for African Americans, continues to play a critical role in the success of its members and alumni. The voices o f this f raternity are present in places o f power across our country, and the need for them to be heard is as impottant now as it was in I 906. I pray for the success o f this event, and those o f you who dedicate yourselves to each other in brotherhood. Best Regards,
Vanessa Hall-Harper City Councilor, District 1 2021 Chair o f the Tulsa City Council 175 EAST SECOND STREET, FOURTH FLOOR • TULSA, OKLAHOMA 74103 (918) 596-1990 • FAX 596-1964 • www.tulsacouncil.org
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Thursday, March 24, 2022 9:00am - 11:30am
HBCU College Fair
11:00am - Noon
Southwestern Regional Board Meeting & Lunch
1:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration Open
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Senior Brothers Lounge - Dr. Charles H. Lewis Senior Brothers Lounge
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fraternal Workshops I: Alpha University - IMDP Overview - Bro. Terrence Byerson Branding - Bro. Eric Webb NAREB - Real Estate Investment & Development
2:00pm - 3:00pm
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Regional Committee Meetings Rules and Credentials Budget and Finance Committee Time and Place
Seville II-III Convention Desk Seville I
Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual
Fraternal Workshops II: Social Justice/ Activism - Bro. Brandon Warren Be The Match - Eric Bolton NAREB - Home Ownership Good Health Wins – Synovia Moss
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Salon I
Plenary Session Call to Order
Virtual Virtual Virtual Virtual Salon IV Bro. Jeramaine Netherly
24th SW Regional Vice President
Bro. Terence Cox
Arkansas District Director- Presiding
District Reports
District Directors Assistant District Directors
Chief Fiscal Officer/ Treasurer- Preliminary Report Rules and Credentials
Bro. Kevin Crawford Bro. Alvin Cavalier
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Thursday, March 24, 2022 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Plenary Session (Cont.) Senior Brothers Commission
Bro. A.L. Mackey
College Brothers Commission
Bro. Ja’Von Long Bro. Gilbert Jones
Nominations & Elections Committee 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fraternal Workshops III: Neophyte Orientation Bro. Broderick Daniels, Facilitator NAREB: Asset Preservation/ Foreclosure Prevention
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Delegate Certification
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Vendors Open
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Southwestern Region Sponsor Highlight
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Competitors Orientation Meeting - Bro. Tommy Duncan, Presiding
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Collegiate Scholars Bowl Preliminary Rounds
6:30pm - 11:00pm
Miss Black & Gold Rehearsal
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Public Program - “Greenwood - The Next 100 Years”
8:00pm - 9:30pm
Hobart Jarrett Debate Competition Preliminary Rounds
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Welcome Reception
Salon IV Salon III Convention Desk Foyer Salon IV Virtual Salon VI Madrid I-III Salon IV Salon VII Salon V
Friday, March 25, 2022 8:00am - 5:00pm
Registration Open
Convention Desk
8:00am - 6:00pm
Delegate Certification (No Changes will be allowed to chapter delegate list after this time)
Convention Desk
8:00am - 6:00pm
General Office
8:00am - Noon
Senior Brothers Lounge - Dr. Charles H. Lewis Senior Brothers Lounge
8:30am - 11:00am
First Business Session Call to Order
Granada Seville I Salon IV Bro. Jeramaine Netherly
24th SW Regional Vice President
Bro. Derrell Robinson,
Texas District Director - Presiding
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Friday, March 25, 2022 8:30am – 11:00am
First Business Session (Cont.) Invocation Presentation of Colors/ Pledge of Allegiance Director of Conventions Report Minutes from the 75th Anniversary SW Regional Convention Rules and Credentials Budget and Finance Committee Life Member C2C Committee Nominations & Elections Committee Constitution Committee
Bro. Roderick Miles, Regional
Chaplain
East Central High School Bro. Blake Moorman, CMP Bro. Paul Mayberry, Secretary Bro. Alvin Cavalier Bro. Veorge Weathersby Bro. Eric Lyons Bro. Errol Allen II Bro. Gilbert Jones Bro. Wilfred Green
General Comptroller Report
Bro. Donald Jackson
General Treasurer Report
Bro. Densel Fleming
General Counsel Report Overview of National Office
Bro. Darryl Parks Bro. Sean McCaskill, Interim Executive Director
9:00am - 7:00pm
Vendors Open
Foyer
9:00am - 7:00pm
Assistant Vice President Candidates & National Partners Tables
Foyer
9:15am - Noon
Miss Black & Gold Rehearsal
11:00am - 12:00pm
State of the Fraternity Address - 36th General President Bro. Willis L. Lonzer, III, Ph.D.
12:30pm - 2:15pm
27th General President Charles C. Teamer, Sr. Fraternal Luncheon, Bro. Lawrence Watkins, Speaker
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Miss Black & Gold Rehearsal
2:45pm - 3:15pm
SW Regional Assistant Vice President Candidates Forum, Bro. Gilbert Jones, Presiding
Madrid I-III Salon IV (Doors will be secured during the Fraternal Address) Salon V-IX Madrid I-III Salon IV
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Friday, March 25, 2022 3:20pm – 4:10pm
District Caucus Meetings Arkansas - Terrence Cox, District Director Louisiana - Rodney Welch, District Director Oklahoma - Marcus Clayton, District Director Texas - Derrell Robinson, District Director
4:00pm- 7:00pm
Brotherhood Visit to Greenwood District
7:30pm- 9:00pm
Miss Black & Old Gold Scholarship Pageant
9:00pm - Until
College Brother Event
Salon II Seville II-III Salon III Salon I Shuttle Service (Hotel Entrance) Madrid I-III TBD
Saturday, March 26, 2022 7:30am - 8:45am
30th General President Adrian L. Wallace Life Member Breakfast: LM Panel - Bro. Eric Lyons, Facilitator
8:00am - 2:00pm
General Office
8:00am - 1:00pm
Registration & Delegate Certification
8:00am - 7:00pm
Assistant Vice President Candidates & National Partners Tables
8:00am - Noon
Senior Brothers Lounge - Dr. Charles H. Lewis Senior Brothers Lounge
9:00am - 7:00pm
Vendors Open
9:00am - 11:15am
Second Business Session Call to Order Alpha Historical Moment
Salon II-III Granada Convention Desk Foyer Seville I Foyer Salon IV Bro. Rodney Welch, Louisiana District Director - Presiding Bro. Thomas Brown
Rules and Credentials
Bro. Alvin Cavalier
The Jewels Heritage Project
Bro. Glen Harmon
March for Babies 41st Annual Dr. Ernest L. Holloway Alpha Youth Leadership Development Institute
Bro. Andre Ward Bro. Pritchard Moncriffe
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Saturday, March 26, 2022 9:00am – 11:15am
Second Business Session (Cont.) Grievance & Disciplines Committee
Bro. Greg Phillips
Military Affairs Committee
Bro. Robbie Smith
Brothers’ Keepers Committee 11:15am - 12:15pm
Senior Brothers Commission -Bro. A.L. Mackey, Presiding College Brothers Commission - Bro. Ja’Von Long, Presiding
12:30pm - 2:00pm
College Brothers Leadership Luncheon (Oratorical Contest): Bro. Ayowolemi “Wole” Akinyamoju, 64th Southwestern Regional Assistant Vice President, Presiding
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Voting (Delegates & Officers)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
C2C - Career Pathway Mixers
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Collegiate Scholars Bowl Competition Finals
4:30pm - 5:00pm
Hobart Jarrett Debate Competition Finals
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Final Business Session Call to Order Omega Service Elections Committee (Runoff via Election Buddy - If Needed) Rules and Credentials Committee on Reclamations Treasurer Report College Brothers Commission Fraternal Standards Senior Brothers Commission
Bro. Rodney Welch Salon III Salon II Salon V-IX
Election Buddy App Madrid I - III Salon I Salon II-III Salon IV Bro. Marcus Clayton
Oklahoma District Director, Presiding
Regional Clergy Team Bro. Gilbert Jones Bro. Alvin Cavalier Bro. James Hale Bro. Kevin Crawford Bro. Ja’Von Long Bro. Christopher Loupe Bro. A.L. Mackey
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention March 24- 27, 2022 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma
“CREATING A LIFETIME OF WEALTH AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT” Saturday, March 26, 2022 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Final Business Session (Cont.) Time and Place
Assistant Vice President Address State of the Region Address 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Bro. Anthony Moore Bro. Ayowolemi “Wole” Akinyamoju, 64th SW Regional Assistant Vice President Bro. Jeramaine O. Netherly, 24th Southwestern Regional Vice President
31st General President Harry E. Johnson, Sr. Black & Old Gold Awards Banquet
Salon V-IX
Bro. Jeremy S. Owoh-Executive Director, Presiding 10:00pm - Until
Fraternal Hospitality - Welcome to Fort Worth
Hotel Atrium
Sunday, March 27, 2022 9:00am - 10:00am
SWR Board of Directors Debrief Meeting
Seville II-III
IMPORTANT REMINDERS: ● ● ● ● ●
MANDATORY DAILY COVID Health Checks, which includes Completing Health Survey & Temperature Checks will take place daily (starting Wednesday 3/23) in the foyer. All Awards Competition Displays are Virtual. Chapters must have a representative present at the Virtual Competitors Orientation at 5pm, Thursday. Neophyte attendance is MANDATORY for Neophyte Orientation – Thursday at 3:00pm Neophytes cannot serve as Delegates. Nominations for regional elections will occur during the first Business Session on Friday.
Mandatory Daily Health Checks: (Bro. T. Hunnicutt)
Vendors: (Bro. McKnight)
Registration: (Bro. Compton)
National Partners: (Bro. Allen)
Delegate Onsite Certification: (Bro. A. Cavalier)
SWR Asst. Vice-Pres. Candidates (Bro. G. Jones)
Competition Displays: Virtual - (Bro. T. Duncan) General Headquarters Office: (Bro. Denny Johnson) SWR Office: (Bro. Jeremy Owoh) Tech Crew Office: (Bro. Benson and Bro. Clayton)
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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter of Tulsa Est. March 17, 1934
Is honored to welcome Brothers for the 76TH SOUTHWESTERN REGIONAL CONVENTION Arkansas | Louisiana | Oklahoma | Texas TULSA, OKLAHOMA MARCH 24-27, 2022
Bro. Russell LaCour
MEN OF TULSA’S ALPHA TAU LAMBDA ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. President Bro. Russell LaCour, 1st Vice-President Bro. Jason Gilley, 2nd Vice-President Bro. Quentin Liggins, Treasurer Bro. Sam Burns, Recording Secretary Bro. Rondale Wilson, Sergeant-at-Arms Bro. Thomas Owens, Chaplain Bro. Rev. Dr. Eric Gill, Associate Editor-to-the-Sphinx Bro. Keidron Dotson, Financial Secretary Bro. Jerod J. Widemon, Corresponding Secretary Bro. Patrick McKnight, Parliamentarian Bro. Richard Bolton, Historian Bro. Howard McCondichie, Director of Educational Activities Bro. Jason Gilley, Intake Coordinator Bro. Cecil Piercy, Immediate Past President Bro. Corey Myers, Area Director Bro. Jerod J. Widemon and Local Convention Chairman Bro. Brandon Jackson Members: Bro. Bernard Tomlin, Bro. Donterrio Marzett, Bro. Darius Kirk, Bro. Harold Harrison, Bro. Orlando Hazley, Bro. Rev. Dr. Ray Owens, Bro. Dr. Darnell Blackmon, Bro. O.C. Simpson, Bro. Kip Shaw, Bro. Everett Lacy, Bro. Donnie Horner, Bro. Kenneth Caddy, Bro. Joel Myers, Bro. Craig Freeman, Bro. DaShan Osborne, Bro. Malcolm Platt, Bro. Phil Armstrong, Bro. David Davis and Bro. Kenneth Williams
#BlackWallStreetAlphas
Recipient Beta Eta Lambda Scholarship Foundation of 2022 Multicultural Organization of the Year Award
Alpha Phi Alpha
In Recognition of Outstanding Contributions to The Field Of Multicultural Education in Oklahoma
Email: APA.Scholarship@outlook.com Website: www.bhlscholarship.org Facebook: BHLScholarshipFoundation Address: P.O. Box 21021, Oklahoma City, OK 73156
The Beta Eta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. welcomes the brothers of the Southwestern Region to the great state of Oklahoma and to the 76th Southwestern Regional Convention. Our desire is that you have an awesome Convention!!!!
The Brothers of Beta Eta Lambda Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Oklahoma City, OK
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Explaining brotherhood can be a challenge in today’s world. I have to admit, I like wearing the colors and the letters. But we all know that being an Alpha is more than that. For me, among other things, it’s about being an example. It’s about helping people learn a better way of leading life, about using the gifts God has given you to make the world better. It’s about helping feed people or encouraging them to get a vaccination against a dastardly virus. Individually we may accomplish a certain level. But when we come together, it is always spontaneous combustion, and then we bring the ice. First of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all.
Welcome Southwestern Region to Tulsa Bro. Russell A. LaCour, Alpha Tau Lambda President 2020-22
Welcome to Tulsa Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Emily M. Harris, FICF, LUTCF Financial Representative Suite 401 130 N. Greenwood Avenue Tulsa, OK 74120 B 918-884-7474 C 918-231-7056 emily.m.harris@mwarep.org
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Congratulations to Alpha Tau Lambda, in Tulsa, OK on the 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention commemorating the historic Black Wall Street and centennial race massacre in our history. Enjoy yourselves this weekend and lest we forget, those who fail to remember their history are destined to repeat it. Brother Bernard Tomlin Adrienne, Brandon and Dr. Alicia Tomlin
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Congratulations to my Brothers on celebrating our 76th Southwestern Regional Convention Creating a Lifetime of Wealth and Economic Empowerment
Brother Richard Bolton Life Member #1998 Initiation Date 04/19/1972 49 Years as an Alpha Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Pi Lambda Chapter congratulates the SWR Leadership on The 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention.
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The Heather Burns Memorial Scholarship Fund Welcomes the men of Alpha Phi Alpha to their 76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention Tulsa, Oklahoma We are accepting applications from Oklahoma 2022 High School Seniors for Scholarships this year. The deadline is June 30, 2022. Please apply at HBMSF.ORG.
Congratulations & Best Wishes Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Hosts Of The
76th Annual Southwestern Regional Convention Tulsa, Oklahoma March 24-27, 2022
Beta Epsilon Lambda Chapter (#149) EXECUTIVE OFFICERS: Gordon Gore, President Roland V. Combs III, Vice President Dwight DeJear, Treasurer Custer McFalls, Secretary C. D. Ashley David Ealy Earl Nash
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Congratulations to our President, David Harris, and the Black Wall Street Alphas of Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. We send our best wishes and support for a successful and memorable 76th Southwestern Regional Convention. Men interested in information about joining the 100 Black Men of Tulsa should visit www.100blackmentulsa.org or email david@100blackmentulsa.org
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CELEBRATING A LIFE OF IMPACT
Bro. Quentin D. Liggins
Born: September 20, 1988 Initiated: Alpha Tau Lambda, November 16, 2019 Omega: March 2, 2022 Bro. Liggins was initiated on November 16, 2019 by way of the Alpha Tau Lambda Chapter in Tulsa, OK. He was instrumental in helping the Oklahoma District, during the pandemic, with our 2020 virtual convention as the Oklahoma District convention chairman. He served Alpha Tau Lambda as Secretary and 2nd Vice President, as well as website designer. He was described by Alpha Tau Lambda president, Bro. Russell LaCour, as a Brother's Brother. A brother who always wanted the best for the chapter and the fraternity. He was a great mediator for the chapter. His passion to serve was unmatched, as he was willing to serve however and whenever. In December 2021, the chapter awarded him the most distinguished award: Brother of the Year. Following Brother Quentin's passing, the brothers of Alpha Tau Lambda renamed their scholarship to Alpha Tau Lambda's Quentin DeAngelo Liggins Memorial Scholarship. Please contact a brother of Alpha Tau Lambda to give towards this fund in Quentin's honor.
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