The KPL Sphinx - December 2015

Realtor makes generous donation to the AFHC

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AΦA FRATERNITY, INC. • KAPPA PHI LAMBDA (ΚΦΛ) CHAPTER • COLUMBIA, MD

DECEMBER 2015

www.apakpl.org • Edited by Bro. Kerry G. Johnson • email: caricatureKerry@verizon.net

Let’s welcome the neophytes of Fall 2015: Djehuti Bro. Kerry G. Johnson Associate Editor to The Sphinx

On Sunday, November 15, 2015, Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter initiated three men into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The new Brothers of AΦA were led by Bro. Charles “Chuck” Stokes, III, ΚΦΛ’s Dean of Membership Intake.

A note from Bro. Stokes: The neophytes worked hard, and their tasks were dutiful. The trio held strong to the fraternity’s aims, history and ideals. The Brothers endured “The Test of A Man” and crossed the burning sands into The House of Alpha! They’re ready to begin the work of Alpha and have already been actively working in the community. Please welcome them into the Brotherhood and offer your expertise and advice for their successful matriculation into the fraternity. I thank all Brothers who participated in the IMDP process. This process couldn’t have been successfully executed without you!

Djehuti

“Three Times Great”

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Addition photo on Page 4 >> Bro. Timothy O’Bryant “Heru” a.k.a. Kolomo Yeru

Alpha for Life!

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Bro. Kyle Swift “Khonsu” a.k.a. Loki

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Bro. Kamron Redding “Imhotep” a.k.a.

Cobra Commander

Annual fraternity dues are being collected It’s time to continue to support Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter’s financial goals by paying your local and national fraternal dues for 2015-16.

• ΚΦΛ Chapter ................................................... $240.00 • Grand Tax (non-life members) .......................... $160.00 Please make your check payable to Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter. You may pay the total $400 to the chapter or you can pay your Grand Tax through AlphaNet, and pay your chapter dues separately. Contact a member of the KPL financial team if you have any questions.

Bro. Rodney G. Hawkins Treasurer

The website “Watch The Yard.com” asked senior members of AΦA to define their definition of “Brotherhood.” Kappa Phi Lambda Bro. Cecil G. Christian, Jr. (center) was included on the video. Presented by the Eastern Region of the fraternity, the video includes stories about what attracted these men to Alpha and why they believe it is important for Brothers to be active within their local chapters. To view the video, visit this link: www.watchtheyard.com/alphas/lifetime-members/

Bro. Rodney Shannon Financial Secretary

ΚΦΛ Meeting Details Date: Time:

December 12, 2015 Special time 4:30 p.m

Location Johns Hopkins University

Applied Physics Laboratory Address: 11100 Johns Hopkins Rd.

Laurel, MD 20723

THIS IS AN ALPHA DRESS MEETING FOR THE ANNUAL CHAPTER PHOTO

The attire is as follows: 1. Black suit (black jacket/blazer and black pants) No gold “Alpha” blazers 2. White shirt 3. Gold or Black & Gold tie (No bow ties) 4. Black socks The photographer will 5. Black shoes start taking headshots beginning at 4:30 p.m.

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ALPHAS IN THE COMMUNITY

Alphas worship at St. John Baptist Church

On Dec. 6, Brothers of Kappa Phi Lambda attended church services at St. John Baptist Church located in Columbia. The special “Brotherhood Worship” provided an opportunity for Alpha Men to demonstrate their strong belief in God, faith and being leaders for their families and communities. Several Kappa Phi Lambda Brothers are members of the church. Thank you Bro. James Wilson, Chaplain of Kappa Phi Lambda for organizing the gathering.

HAPPY 109th FOUNDERS’ DAY APHIA

Bowling fun with Frat On Dec. 5, the Mid-Atlantic Association of Alpha Phi Alpha Chapters (MAAC) 17th Annual Founders’ Day Celebration was held at the Metro Points Hotel in North Carrollton, MD.

On Dec. 5, Bro. Kamron Redding (left) and Bro. Devon McCready participated in the 15th Annual Holiday Bowling Party sponsored by the A Step Closer Foundation, Inc. and Randall & Sonnier, LLC. The event held at the AMF - Pikesville Bowling Lanes collected donations for children in foster care.

Bro. Mark Tillman, the 34th General President of the fraternity was the guest speaker of the event.

Bro. David Raphael (right) had the honor of

Kappa Phi Lambda Brothers introducing Bro. Mark Tillman at the celebration. joined Brothers from around the region to celebrate the 109th Anniversary of the founding of the fraternity.

Bro. Carter profiled by Atlanta newspaper The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published an article that profiled Bro. Vic Carter.

Follow the link below: http://tinyurl.com/jdshfzn

Bro. Vic Carter

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. KAPPA PHI LAMBDA CHAPTER of HOWARD COUNTY

The Howard County Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (ΑΦΑ) with the financial support of The Alpha Foundation of Howard County, Inc. presents the Kappa Phi Lambda (KΦΛ) Scholarship Program. This program is designed to encourage academic achievement through financial support for post high school education. Since 1975, ΑΦΑ has awarded over $350,000 in scholarships.

The following scholarships will be offered during the HCPSS School Year, 2015-2016

 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP • At least one scholarship award of $3,000 ($1,500 per semester for a total of $3,000) • Optional $1,000 follow-on scholarship granted in college sophomore year

 KΦΛ YOUNG LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP • At least one scholarship award of $1,500

 KΦΛ COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP • At least one scholarship award of $1,500

 ELIGIBILITY

Any African American male senior high school student with Howard County, Maryland residency is eligible. Additionally, these scholarships are reserved for applicants who will attend a two or four year accredited college or university.

 SELECTION AND AWARDS

Through its Scholarship Subcommittee, the KΦΛ Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. selects winners based upon the criteria for each scholarship award. Any student may receive a maximum of one scholarship award. Recipients will receive notification of their award by mail no later than sixty days (60) after the deadline for the application submission.

 SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

To be considered for a scholarship award, candidates must submit a packet that includes the following: • A completed Kappa Phi Lambda Scholarship Application Form • An official high school transcript • Copy of one of your college admission essays • Copy of your official Student Aid Report based upon a completed FAFSA form (https://fafsa.ed.gov) or your College’s Financial Award Letter for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Scholarship • Two letters of recommendation. At least one of the letters must be from your school counselor.

Recommendations from family members are not permitted.

FOR THE COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET Applications can be downloaded at www.alphafoundationhc.org Any questions should be emailed to: KPL.Scholarships@gmail.com

Please ensure that all materials are postmarked no later than May 1, 2016 to:

KΦΛ Chapter / Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Attn: Chairman, Scholarship Subcommittee P.O. Box 321 Columbia, MD 21045

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SAVE THE DATE! The Alpha Foundation of Howard County, Inc.* present its

10th Annual Golf Classic Monday, June 6, 2016

The Timbers at Troy Golf Course

Bro. Kamron Redding

Bro. Timothy O’Bryant

Bro. Kyle Swift

6100 Marshalee Drive Elkridge, MD 21075

Shotgun Start – 8:00 a.m.

Fee: $125 per golfer

For information on registration and sponsorship opportunities, please email: Bro. Louis Baker ....................... bakerlou1102@gmail.com Bro. Alonzo Campbell .... alonzocockrell8181@gmail.com Bro. Richard Shepherd .................... rhs726@hotmail.com * The Alpha Foundation of Howard County, Inc. was founded in 2001 as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization in order to advance educational achievement through scholarship and programs to promote educational opportunities for African American youth throughout Howard County.

www.alphafoundationhc.org

Realtor makes generous donation to the AFHC During November’s chapter meeting, Realtor Oliver Henderson (left) donated $1,500 to The Alpha Foundation of Howard County, Inc. Henderson started a program that when a home buyer is referred through an Alpha-related connection, and purchases or sells a home through his company, the AFHC will receive a financial donation.

Additionally, Henderson regularly supports the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast (see page 2) by purchasing an advertisement in the souvenir booklet. In the photo above, Henderson provides the check to Bro. Rodney Hawkins, Kappa Phi Lambda Treasurer.