ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. DELTA PSI LAMBDA
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CHAPTER NEWSLETTER DENVER, CO
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Special points of interest: Alpha Phi Alpha Celebrates 105 Years of Service
Winter Edition
Welcome to the 211th House of Alpha!
Brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Special Thanks from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, Inc. President / CEO GEH White Linen Event Hallett Academy Math Tutorial Program Scholarship Recognition Banquet
Inside this Edition:
A Brief History of 3 Alpha Phi Alpha Messages from Alpha Leadership
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Note from Bro. Mark S. Tillman
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Tribute to Dr. King
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Thanks from BBBSC
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National Programs
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And much more!
Message from the Editor To the youth who march onward an upward, as Alpha men, we must continue to stand at the forefront in our community. We must remain steadfast in our lofty aims of being “First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All.” For 105 years, the Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha have been pioneers in the community all over the world. It is an honor to be apart of a brotherhood that has a strong history, and may this newsletter serve as a medium to highlight our chapter. As I have matriculated into the Alumni chapter, I have realized the need for the younger brothers of Alpha to continue to take
leadership roles within the Fraternity. As the older brothers are more than eager to mentor, guide and support us to take on more responsibilities. I urge all brothers to continue to be your brothers keeper, encourage inactive brothers to come back into the House of Alpha and carry the torch of excellence in all facets of life. I want to thank the “Manly Deeds” chapter newsletter committee for your hard work in helping to put this edition together: Bro. Gregory Diggs, Bro. Demond Harper, Bro. Adrian Green and Bro. Andre Brooks. Brothers, I hope you enjoy the
Winter Edition, as it serves as the chapter voice highlighting just a portion of the inner workings of our fraternal order. I look forward to presenting the Spring 2012 edition next year! Fraternally, Bro. Aaron R. Green, Editor
A BRIEF HISTORY OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA
The founders of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. were no ordinary achievers. Given racial attitudes in 1906, their accomplishments were monumental. As founder Henry Arthur Callis euphemistically stated—because the half-dozen African American students at Cornell University during the school year 1904-05 did not return to campus the following year, the incoming students in 1905-06, in founding Alpha Phi Alpha, were determined to bind themselves together to ensure that each would survive in the racially hostile environment. In coming together with this simple act, they preceded by decades the emergence of such on -campus programs as affirmative action, upward bound and remedial assistance. The students set outstanding examples of scholarship, leadership and success--preceding the efforts even of the NAACP and similar civil rights organizations. Alpha Phi Alpha (ΑΦΑ) is the first intercollegiate fraternity established by AfricanAmericans. Founded on December 4, 1906, on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, Alpha Phi Alpha has initiated over 175,000 men into the organization and has been open to men of all races since 1940. Our fraternity utilizes motifs and artifacts from Ancient Egypt to represent the organization. The founders, Henry Arthur Callis, Charles Henry Chapman, Eugene Kinckle Jones, George Biddle Kelley, Nathaniel Allison Murray, Robert Harold Ogle, and Vertner Woodson Tandy, are collectively known as the "Seven Jewels". The fraternity expanded when a second chapter was chartered at Howard University in 1907. Beginning in 1908, Alpha Phi Alpha became the prototype for other Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLO). Today, there are over 680 active Alpha chapters in the Americas, Africa, Europe, Asia, the West Indies, and the Virgin Islands. The Delta Psi Lambda Chapter is the 211th House of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. chartered in 1949 by 11 men: Harold Brown, Harry Rahming, Gilbert Alexander*, Earl West*, Judson Hart*, Oglesivie (Sonny) Lawson*, C. Lester Nelson*, Paul J. Oliver*, Wendell A. Peters*, Gilbert Cruter* and Elvin R. Caldwell. (*Deceased) Since 1949, the brothers of the Delta Psi Lambda chapter have continued to hold high the name of Alpha while providing service and advocacy to our community.
First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ® WESTERN REGION 5055 Business Center Drive, Suite 108-114-Fairfield, California 94534 Phone: (707) 290-1256 –westvp@apa1906.net www.alpha-west.org
Herman “Skip Mason Jr. General President
Aaron Crutison Sr. Western Region Vice President
William D. Lyle Executive Director
Cameron E. Henry Western Region Assistant Vice President
December 1, 2011, My Good Brothers of the 211th House of Alpha, It is an honor and pleasure to greet you and share my vision for the Western Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. I first want to thank the District Director, your chapter brother, and my good friend, Brother Dr. Jeriod Patterson for his extraordinary leadership in the great Rocky Mountain District. To my good Brother Leroy Colbert, Chapter President, and to all the officers and members of Delta Psi Lambda chapter, I bid you greetings! Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated expanded and established fifteen (15) chapters in 1949 of which Delta Psi Lambda was among this list established in Denver, Colorado. For over sixty-two years, I am proud to have Delta Psi Lambda Chapter as a chapter that has sustained over six decades in its service and commitment to the greater Denver area through its scholarship and community service. Brothers, today, we stand as a proud region. We have demonstrated our ability to lead from the front. I am excited about the vision, direction, and impact the Western Region has had on the region and the overall fraternity. From day one, the goal was to move the region from a deficit position to a surplus balance. This was achieved in less than 18 months. The vision was established from expecting a foundation of excellence by chapters and brothers understanding the importance of leading from the front. Additionally, it was important to lead in a way that connected new members to the organization and not just their chapter. To that end, the vision of mandating all new members to attend their first regional convention where a special "Pinning Ceremony" is conducted has received great reviews and results. Brothers are pinned with a special pin and presented before the entire brotherhood at the regional convention. Subsequently, other regions have implemented this process of which the Western Region is the precursor. We have removed the smaller one-day leadership team convening and replaced it with a leadership academy weekend mode designed to develop and provide our leadership Founders Henry A. Callis
Charles H. Chapman
Eugene K. Jones
George B. Kelley
Nathaniel A. Murray
Robert H. Ogle
Vertner W. Tandy
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ® WESTERN REGION 5055 Business Center Drive, Suite 108-114-Fairfield, California 94534 Phone: (707) 290-1256 –westvp@apa1906.net www.alpha-west.org
Herman “Skip Mason Jr. General President
Aaron Crutison Sr. Western Region Vice President
William D. Lyle Executive Director
Cameron E. Henry Western Region Assistant Vice President
with tools to be better leaders. Each of the past Leadership Weekends achieved record numbers of brothers attending. We have mandated college advisors to go through certification to serve the college brothers. We know for a fact that where there are active and engaged college advisors one would find strong, vibrant college chapters. We elevated the vision to capture the essence of outreach to African-American young men. We established a 501(C)(3), Leading For Tomorrow Foundation, designed to address issues facing African-American youth. Hence our focus on "Saving Black Boys." The vision for the Western Region is simple – to build our fraternal infrastructure and to equip our leaders and chapters with the essential tools required to lead from the front. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. does not accept mediocrity. We demand excellence. The Western Region Leadership Team of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated applauds the great impact Delta Psi Lambda Chapter has made externally and internally within our illustrious fraternity. As such, we look forward to the Rocky Mountain District as host of our 65th Western Region Convention in FY 2013. I am confident the brothers are preparing to host an outstanding convention which will serve as my last regional convention as your Western Region Vice President. I am excited to spend that time with my brothers in the Rocky Mountain District. I am grateful to each of you for your commitment and sponsorship to our youth and tomorrow’s adults. I thank each of you for your support of our great fraternity and look forward to seeing you soon at your District Conference. Fraternally, Aaron Crutison Sr. Brother Aaron Crutison, Sr. Western Region Vice President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Founders Henry A. Callis
Charles H. Chapman
Eugene K. Jones
George B. Kelley
Nathaniel A. Murray
Robert H. Ogle
Vertner W. Tandy
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Message from the Rocky Mountain District Director “Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Develops Leaders, Promotes Brotherhood and Academic Excellence, While Providing Service and Advocacy For Our Communities.” Without a doubt, our mission statement succinctly identifies what Manly Deeds means to our Fraternity. Our mission statement guides the actions of the Fraternity, spell out its overall goal, provide a path, and guides decision-making. It provides the necessary framework or context within which the Fraternity's strategies are formulated. Manly Deeds and our mission statement are thus synonymous! As we discuss what Manly Deeds means to a member of our Fraternity, our discussion should be directly linked to our mission statement. If first of all, servants of all, we should transcend all, is our motto, Manly Deeds should be our founding principles for our motto.
“Today, the need for African American male role models in the lives of children of color is paramount.”
We now need to discuss how Manly Deeds are implemented within the confines of our Fraternity. Alpha men implement Manly Deeds via our National Partnerships and National programs. In the framework of the Fraternity, we are challenged to support all National Partnerships and National Programs. Clearly, supporting our National Partnerships with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and March of Dimes constitutes Manly Deeds. How can a man of distinction not support these National Partnerships and still consider himself to be doing Manly Deeds? Today, the need for African-American male role models in the lives of children of color is paramount. We can no longer look to others to lead in this effort as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. needs to set the example for others to follow. For the March of Dimes, we all know that when we donate money and walk in March for Babies, we give hope to the more than half a million babies born too soon each year. Conducting our National Programs such as, Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College, Project Alpha, A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, and Brother’s Keeper, we further define how Alpha men implement Manly Deeds. We believe so strongly in this concept that all chapters are requested to carry out these programs on a yearly basis. Intellectually, we understand that working with youth, helping people in the voting process, and being a supportive arm for senior Alphas has a direct tie to Manly Deeds. Personally, Manly Deeds means to me that as we climb to the top in our efforts to stimulate the ambition of our members; to prepare them for the greatest usefulness in the cause of humanity, freedom, and dignity of the individual; to encourage the highest and noblest form of manhood; and to aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status that we never tear each other down. Much Fraternal Love! Brother Dr. Jeriod D. Patterson Rocky Mountain District Director
Western Region Convention Call Brothers, mark your calendars and plan to attend the
64th Anniversary Western Region Convention April 19-22, 2012, at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This years Convention's theme is “Making a Difference.” To register online: http://www.alpha-west.org
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Message from the Rocky Mountain District Area Director Focusing on Manly Deeds and the Future Has manly deeds in the house of Alpha become a meaningless tradition void of power and character? I believe that the Jewels felt it was their mission to fuel personal and societal transformations. We must remember that the Jewels grew up in an era where oppression and societal mores were extremely hostile toward people of color. Their courage and foresight were necessary in order to remedy the societal ills of their time. When most people think of manly deeds, they conceptualize the term as a verb, an action being taken. How do you describe an action, by its outcome? By the people it affects? Alternatively, do you just look for words that vividly describe your deeds so that others can see you as a good person? The Bible makes it clear that we should not put our faith in man. Man is not always trustworthy; we have seen this throughout history. Ever since sin came into the world through Satan, man has become evil, thoughtless, and selfish. The Jewels knew this and wanted to create a spirit that did not just encapsulate our beloved fraternity, but would encourage others to step up and make their lives better through love, education, and manly deeds. We must do the same. Personally, and in our fraternal lives, we are energized by the effort of trying to understand and interpret change. We are stimulated by the debates about what is really happening right now and why. We are challenged to make our own contribution toward the brotherhood that adheres to the tenets of the Jewels, and yet, still deal with the issues of these times, all the while trying to gain a better understanding of where the future may lead us. Brothers, a lack of value and commitment has slipped into the ground water of our fraternity. If this fraternity is to have a future, we need to continue to follow the examples set forth by our Jewels. We must make sacrifices in our lives daily, with our time, energy, or resources in order to continue to be successful. This premise does not only apply to the work we do inside of the house of Alpha, but it must also be applied outside the house as well. For example, we could pass on our knowledge and experience by mentoring or we could volunteer to tutor our young men who need us now more than ever. We should always remember that our fraternal lineage is one of great deeds and firsts. First of all...Servants of all...We shall transcend all. Fraternally, Brother Elton Kirkwood Jr. Rocky Mountain District Area Director
“We must make sacrifices in our daily lives, with our time, energy, or resources in order to continue to be successful.�
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The Belief of Brotherhood, from the Chapter President My belief of brotherhood is that it is a group of men, dedicated to enriching the lives of people in the communities in which they reside. After completing the requirements to become a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., hereafter referred to as Alpha, a brother enters The House of Alpha. Visualize with me if you will my mental, but real life results, analogy of brotherhood. Brothers are greeted in the Grand Seven Jewels Rotunda. The phrases Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love For All Mankind are inscribed around the top edge of the Seven Jewels Rotunda. Project Alpha, A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, Brothers Keepers, and Go to High School Go to College are just a few of the portals describing Alpha’s service to mankind. Individual commitment to portals services and “The Pack” which I call band of brothers, begins in the Grand Seven Jewels Rotunda. Commitment creates Brotherhood!
“Commitment creates Brotherhood.”
There is a portal inscribed with Local Chapter. I call this the development of leaders committed to providing service to our communities. In addition to the portals above, other portals branch from the chapter portal. They may be scholarship fundraisers, holiday basket giveaways, student recognition, and Alpha Party Time to name a few. Commitment to chapter services creates and maintains a high level Brotherhood! Brotherhood shares inspirational nuggets of teamwork, pride, self respect, and so on as one voice from the chapter to the community. This is BROTHERHOOD! There is a portal labeled Other Attractions. This is the portal that attracts brothers when commitment fades. Commitment may fade for many reasons, but it should be noted that there is not an escape from any portal. All portals lead back to the Grand Seven Jewel Rotunda. Committed brothers that enter into the portal of Other Attractions to reclaim brothers whose commitments have faded restore BROTHERHOOD! Finally, BROTHERHOOD sustains the legacy represented in the Grand Seven Jewel Rotunda. Paraphrasing words from our Western Region Chaplain “don’t be bitter, be better.” How can I, we be better? Well fill in the missing parts: “If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs…”, or “I am the master of my fate, I am the …” or “In our Dear A Phi A fraternal spirit binds…”. That is BROTHERHOOD! I submit to you my brothers that because of BROTHERHOOD we have been, we are, and shall ever be, ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.
Fraternally, Brother Leroy Colbert, Jr. Chapter President Delta Psi Lambda
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Behavioral Strategies from the Immediate-Past President The Delta Psi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated continues to be a vibrant chapter, poised to become a shining example of how cross-generational differences can be cultivated in making our chapter a learning organization. Most differences can easily cause strife if allowed. Different values, ideas, work ethics, and attitudes toward authority if ignored, can stifle the progress of a chapter and lead to intergenerational conflict. Fortunately, our chapter recognizes the contribution and value each member brings to our chapter. For this reason, the senior Brothers in our chapter make a sincere effort to encourage younger Brothers to assume leadership positions. While the leadership style and approach to business operations of younger Brothers may be perceived as vastly different from leaders of the past, it sets the course for the exchange of skills and collective learning on multiple levels. Therefore, it becomes instrumental for our chapter to approach generational differences with interest, not fear or negativity. In addition to understanding the value of differences, is that we all learn from them. Through learning from one another, we become aware of how our assumptions can influence our interactions and learn to empathize with our leader’s situation, needs, and values. With consideration to generational differences, our chapter will only be as strong as the bond that exists among its members. So it is pertinent that everyone is sensitive to generational differences, and adopts behavioral strategies to ensure the success of our chapter for generations to come.
The following behavioral strategies will help to maintain and continue to cultivate this bond: Be flexible as to the means of your communication (face-to-face, email, etc.) Avoid generational jargon. Speak in plain terms and avoid idioms that are not widely understood. Be attentive. Look for signs that you may be misunderstanding each other, whether it is a confused look, an unclear response, or an unintended reaction. Practice active listening. Turn up your listening dial across generational differences. Listen for clear expressions of different values or outlooks than you have. Seek to understand the individual better by listening carefully to what they say (or don't say). Show Respect. Most generations have felt they don't get the respect they deserve. Using the strategies above, you can show that you do respect them, their background, and their outlook on life—and build powerful relationships as a result.
Fraternally, Brother Stevie Dunk Immediate-Past President, Delta Psi Lambda Chapter *Reference: Berardo, Kate and Lieberman, Simma. Strategies for Cross-Generational Relationship Building. 2007 Culturosity.com
“Fortunately, our chapter recognizes the contribution and value each member brings to our chapter.”
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Message from the Iota Omicron Lambda Chapter President Greetings from the 515th House of Alpha! The Brothers of Iota Omicron Lambda have been extremely busy as of late. We have just finished up our primary fundraiser of working concessions at the Air Force Academy football games. The chapter has been working at the Academy for more than 20 years. Working these long and grueling games provides scholarships for well-deserving high school seniors. We would like to thank the Brothers of Delta Psi Lambda for supporting us at one of the games this year. It was fellowship and hard work all at the same time!
“As we remember our founding Jewels, we shall also remember our Brothers who have also gone on to that chapter of sweet rest, Omega Chapter.”
The Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays are sometimes a source of stress for some in our community. The Brothers of IOL have been canvassing the community to find families in need, and be a source of inspiration and help. We are involved with giving away Thanksgiving Baskets, as well as Christmas Gift Cards. In addition the chapter plays a very active role in partnering with Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church’s Prison Ministry Angel Tree Project. This endeavor reaches out to children of inmates and their families with the love of Christ. By connecting incarcerated parents with their children through the delivery of gifts at Christmas, children’s lives are brightened beyond measure! We are looking forward to a very successful Founders Day ceremony this year as we host in Colorado Springs. Committees from IOL and DPL have been working tirelessly to pull together this combined event. We want to celebrate the 105th Anniversary of this illustrious fraternity with class and style. As we remember our founding Jewels, we shall also remember our Brothers who have also gone on to that chapter of sweet rest, Omega Chapter. We are also excited to still maintain relationships with our chapter Widows. Where we are, they shall also be… The Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial Dedication is still fresh in the minds of many. We will continue to celebrate by participating with the Brothers of Delta Psi Lambda and Alphas from all over in the Denver Marade for the MLK Holiday in 2012. This is simply a glimpse of the full slate of activities the Brothers of Iota Omicron Lambda are involved in as we complete our National Programs and more. We need to ensure that we remain relevant in the Colorado Springs community, and move from mere contact to great impact. One additional, very important point is that we really need to make a concerted effort to take care of each other! Let us not forget to be our Brother’s Keeper. Over 40 years of excellence continues…
Fraternally, Brother Willard E. “Will” Bell, Sr. President, Iota Omicron Lambda Chapter Colorado Springs, CO
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Why Do I Want to be General President? My brothers of the Delta Psi Lambda chapter, I am deeply humbled and honored to be one of the finalists placed on the official ballot to become General President. This is a title I do not take for granted. Little did I know that my back story would lead me on this journey to lead you. In September of 1985, I attended a smoker for Beta Phi chapter at Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana. The keynote address was delivered by the late Brother Michael Price, Editor-in-Chief of the Sphinx. Brother Price articulated this charge, “Ask not what Alpha Phi Alpha can do for you? Ask what you can do for Alpha Phi Alpha?” When Brother Price made the statement, I was unsure how to apply my young skills to the organization when I was a nineteen year-old aspiring to membership. When I became a member, I soon realized from mentors that my leadership and my commitment to Alpha Phi Alpha was evident and being cultivated. Now twenty-six years later, Brother Price’s directive remains with me as I continue to demonstrate my allegiance to the oath that I took at initiation. I want to be our 34th General President because I believe in the mission of Alpha Phi Alpha. I believe in the progress of our members to further a fraternal spirit and investment. I have been a tireless advocate for the fraternity. I have confronted challenges that tested my convictions while maintaining my respect for our members and chapters. And I believe that my skills as a leader, at all levels of this fraternity, have prepared me for this distinguished position. My platform is designed to reverse the perception that Alpha Phi Alpha has hit a plateau amongst brothers who have disconnected themselves from our mission and to inspire trust with brothers to inspire a generation of new leaders. I have outlined strategies from protecting our brand, through the continuing support of our college brothers, to reinforcing our civic duty. You can review the details of my platform on my website at www.thealphainvestment.org. I am a product of Alpha Phi Alpha’s first tenant of its mission statement, “to Develop Leaders.” I faithfully followed nine men who asked me to invest in their visionary direction for our fraternity. Now I am asking you to follow my vision and direction to build upon the successes of their leadership and reverse a trend where Alpha Phi Alpha loses approximately 75% of newly initiated members within the first five years of their initiation. For more than two decades, I have remained passionate for Alpha Phi Alpha. I remain dedicated to service to improve our communities. I have been inspired to lead on several occasions and I have inspired others to trust in my leadership with my unwavering focus. I have a vision and a belief on what Alpha Phi Alpha’s next General President will confront. I have been entrusted with some of Alpha Phi Alpha’s most respected positions. I ask members from Delta Psi Lambda and throughout our fraternity, for your trust in my leadership, your support to lead us forward, and your vote when you receive your ballot in April of 2012. Invest in my direction as we invest together in Alpha Phi Alpha. Thank You! - Brother Mark S. Tillman, Candidate for 34th General President
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A Special Tribute to our Beloved Brother, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. October 16, 2011 The Official unveiling of the monument to the Public.
“With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope.”
MLK
NATIONAL MEMORIAL
Washington, D.C. National Mall
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Denver Alpha Brothers Raise Money for Dr. King Memorial After more than two decades of planning, fund-raising and construction, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial has officially opened to the public. According to Fraternity historian Brother Robert Harris, the idea for the monument started 28 years ago when Brother George Sealey and his wife, sitting at their kitchen table, said there should be a tribute to King in Washington. He then brought together four other Alpha men in his local chapter, and from there the idea became a national mission of the fraternity. After years of producing fiscal and fundraising plans, drawings and blueprints and galvanizing public support, Alpha Phi Alpha persuaded Congress and key elements of the executive branch, including the Department of the Interior and the White House, to green light the project. The brothers in Denver quickly jumped on board with this national mission realizing how important it was and what it would mean for our country. Throughout the years the By Brother Stephan Gater gentlemen of the Delta Psi Lambda contributed to the cause both individually as well as collectively through events such as the MLK Memorial Fundraiser with the Denver Nuggets raising over $5,000 towards this cause. This year, the Delta Psi Lambda chapter held a special fundraiser as a final push before the dedication. The chapter realized that the vision of a memorial in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. was one that captured the essence of his message, a message in which he so eloquently affirmed the commanding tenants of the American Dream - Freedom, Democracy and Opportunity for All; a noble quest that gained him the Nobel Peace Prize and one that continues to influence people and societies throughout the world. Upon reflection, we were reminded that Dr. King's lifelong dedication to the idea of achieving human dignity through global relationships of well being, has served to instill a broader and deeper sense of duty within each of us - a duty to be both responsible citizens and conscientious stewards of freedom and democracy. As a chapter we invited community leaders’ guest and fellow Greeks to come out and do their part as we honored the dream of our Brother Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. One of the highlights of the evening was the virtual tour of the monument that guest were able to view. The evening was filled with excitement as guest socialized and enjoyed refreshments in the Curtis Ballroom at Comedy Works South in Greenwood Village, CO The MLK Monument is currently right on the National Mall in D.C. This was one of the few historical milestones that we were able to witness in our lifetime.
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Alpha Men Takeover Washington, DC. To Unveil MLK Monument “On a hot summer day in late August of this year, many hundreds of Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. from all around the globe made a journey to the capital city of Washington, DC. The purpose of this journey was to spend a festive and early weekend from Thursday, August 25th through Sunday, August 28th for the celebration, unveiling and dedication of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial on the Washington, DC National Mall, scheduled for this specific Sunday as it marked the 48th anniversary of Dr. King’s “I Had a Dream” speech. The National Headquarters of the Fraternity had made numerous and enormous plans for the Brotherhood and their guests to enjoy themselves during this special occasion in honor of our late brother Dr. King. However, Mother Nature had something different in mind. The week before this journey there was an earthquake in DC and during the last two days of this scheduled journey, a Class 4 Hurricane was in the forecast.
By Brother Art Wilson (pictured with his son Brother Andre Wilson) As a result of these natural disasters there were changes in the original plans and some of the events were cancelled or postponed. In spite of these changes, there were still some good times had - specifically on that Friday, August 26 such as 1) a private dedication for the Brothers to attend on Friday morning, whereby Brothers received an MLK Commemorative Hat, MLK Commemorative Tie, and MLK Commemorative Handkerchief, 2) a private MLK Dedication Luncheon for the Brothers of Alpha; 3) the Women Who Dare To Dream Luncheon for the ladies, and 4) the Constitution Hall Black Tails Formal. On Saturday, August 27, the National Prayer Service at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception would be the final official event of the Dedication weekend. The official Dedication ceremony scheduled for Sunday, August 28th was cancelled and held on October 16th. Needless to say this Dedication weekend was extremely historic for the Fraternity and in my opinion there were several mishaps that prevented a flawless process of events, i.e. registration was a fiasco with over two hours of waiting in one long line, not everyone received their MLK Commemorative Hat, Commemorative Tie or Commemorative Handkerchief, and it came across as if the National Office of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was not prepared or organized for such a historic event. However I can truly say the positives exceeded the negatives and I would do it all over again.
Picture courtesy of Brother Andre Wilson
Picture courtesy of Brother Andre Wilson
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A Special Thank you on Behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, Inc. Greetings to the Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha! On behalf of Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, I would like to thank you for your participation in our Urban Youth Movement Days and the Meet the Greeks event this year. Big Brothers Big Sisters has served at-risk youth in Colorado since 1918. Our mission is to help children reach their full potential through professionally supported, one-to-one volunteer mentoring relationships with measurable impact. This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado will support approximately 2,040 one-to-one mentoring relationships between youth and volunteer mentors in the metro Denver and Colorado Springs areas. Alpha Phi Alpha’s involvement is vital to our agency’s overall goal of partnering with local Historically Black Greek Letter Organizations in the Denver area. There is a great need for men of color to serve as Big Brothers, and together, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado looks forward to the continued partnership to benefit the youth in our program. As President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, I am open to dialogue on how we can continue to strengthen our local partnership with your Fraternity. In fact early in 2012 we will be conducting a brainstorming session to explore specific ideas on how to increase our joint impact. Thank you to the members of Alpha Phi Alpha who have served as Big Brothers in the past and those who are currently involved in our program. I also want to extend an invitation to your members who are interested in becoming Big Brothers! Sincerely,
Dave Stalls Big Brother, Donor, & President / CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado, Inc.
Brothers at the Urban Youth Movement Day, 2011
Brothers at the 2011 Big Brothers Big Sisters Meet the Greeks event
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My reasons for becoming an Alpha Man By Brother Harry T. Waters, Sr. Life member 1502
Bro. Waters and His Line Brothers (1949) Picture courtesy of Bro. Waters
MANLY DEEDS cities were not open to minority organizations. Meetings were held in local churches and delegates lived in the homes of persons wanting to be apart of the historical growth of an up and coming organization. My parents had agreed to keep several delegates, …….besides my older sister was dating an Alpha member from the university. I remember seeing several of the very welldressed Alpha brothers coming down the newly paved Oklahoma Street. I was impressed, and after listening to them talk about the 41 Negro College Presidents, and their emphasis on Scholarship, I was determined, then, to become an Alpha Man. This General Convention, by the way, was the beginning of the elimination of “Hazing”, which was a standard practice in most fraternal organizations. I had a very thin frame and knew that I didn't want the beatings that were so prevalent at that time.
I was enrolled and attending Langston University in the fall of 1945. As a freshman, It was In September of 1948, carrying a 2.5 I was keenly aware of Fraternities and SoGPA, that I matriculated into Tuskegee Unirorities and had been favorably impressed versity, and attended the M.I.A. “Men Interwith the group of Alpha Men on campus. ested in Alpha” Smoker. However, at that time, students couldn’t pledge until their However, this was at the end of World War sophomore year. Gamma Phi Chapter was II, and as a determined and impressionable chartered in April of 1948, organized from a Young ‘Patriot’, in June of 1946, along with Club group called the “Polka Dots”. Due to twelve of my Tulsa, Oklahoma High School the graduation of the initial cadre, there had classmates, I joined the Regular Army of the to be a special mid-year initiation, due to the United States, to defeat German and JapaMay graduation of all of the new members. nese for their invasions of Europe and The second group was initiated in January America. After serving honorably for eightof 1949. I was initiated with the third group een months, I was discharged in the fall of in November of 1949. As I recall, the thir1947. teen initiates on my line felt a direct connection with Brother Jewel Vertner W. Tandy I, again as a veteran, I visited Langston with his assignment to the Veterans HospiUniversity, but having earned the G.I. Bill of tal at Tuskegee, Institute Alabama. Rights, I reversed a decision made by my Father to go to a University in Oklahoma. I Tuskegee’s Founder. Booker T. Washinghad always dreamed of going to Tuskegee ton, thought that Fraternities and Sororities Institute for a major in Electronics. I made were divisive and at first did not want them the decision to apply for admission to on the campus, but his second successor Tuskegee University. after Robert Russa Moton, Brother Frederick Douglas Patterson was President, at the During the Christmas Holidays of 1947, the time, and approved the chartering. Dr. Fred33rd General Convention was held in Tulsa, erick Douglas Patterson, by the way, foundOklahoma...The reason that the conventions ed the United Negro College Fund and the were held during the Christmas holidays is Historically Black Colleges and Universities that most of the members were teachers, (HBCU’s). preachers or persons connected with religious or educational institutions. Also, It was It was in 1950, that the name “Negro” was a time that the hotels and major facilities in
removed from the Fraternity’s description. I was all for during away with discrimination in all organizations. It was in 1952, the year of my graduation from Tuskegee, that all “Black” Fraternities and Sororities met in Cleveland, Ohio with the decision to fight discrimination and strive for desegregation….not integration, which was the downfall of the entire Civil Rights Movement. This, of course was before the “Sit-in’s” and SNCC, and H. Rap Brown. This is another subject to be expounded upon at a later time. “The First of all, Servants of All….We shall transcend all” motto was my mantra during my stay at Tuskegee, and has remained for the rest of my life since my initiation into the fraternity. All of the values, morals and ideals (VMI’s) of the founder’s are the VMI’s that has encompassed my life from inception. My eighty-four years of life has certainly been enhanced by the union with the Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. “Hold the Name High”.
Brother Waters welcoming one of the Spring 2011 Initiates into the House of Alpha (Picture courtesy of Brother Adrian M. Green)
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Chapter of Denver.
Local Scholarship Endowment Foundation: 2nd Annual White Linen Event
Of the delectable dishes prepared by the chefs and their assistants, there were a variety of salads prepared by Steve Jones, and vegetables dishes of Carrots and Broccoli prepared by Arthur Wilson. The extremely tender Beef Tenderloin was prepared by Leroy Colbert, and the delicious Baby Back ribs were prepared by Walter Cooper. Sam Pegues presented Oven-Baked Chicken and Brown Rice, while Robert Tree Bob Williams deliciously prepared Smoked Salmon and Turkey. The special desserts of Peach Cobbler, Sweet Potato Pie, Black and Gold Alpha Cake and sugarfree strawberry Cobbler was prepared by Stephen and Ruth Shepherd, Cleasie Davis, and Betty Waters respectively. The beverages for the night were selected and prepared by Dr. Jeriod Patterson.
Picture courtesy of Bro. Adrian M. Green
The George E. Hailey Scholarship Endowment foundation a 501(c)(3) Second Annual White Linen Affair was held at the Englewood Hampden Hall Event Center on Saturday August 20, 2011. This event was well attended and considered very successful. The delectable dishes were prepared by Chefs and their assistances of the Delta Psi Lambda Denver chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Besides the quenching of appetites, there were raffles, line dancing instructions, dancing, and random greetings of old friends and meeting of new ones. Special guests in attendances were several local sororities which included: Soror President, Patricia ONeal and members of the Epsilon Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and Soror Tracy Drayton, Basileus, and members of the Theta Zeta Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Alumni Chapter of Aurora, and Soror Elma Hairston, Sigma Gamma Rho National Board Member and Basileus of the Beta Rho Sigma Alumni
The Wobble, Down South Shuffle, Two Step, and Here We Go were the line dances taught by instructor Charles Doss, Jr. with danceable and soulful music provided by DJ Michael Bertrand. Photos were taken by Jessie Jazzie Scott, and Sam Pegues. Proceeds from the event will be used for future scholarships to be given to qualified and selected high school seniors graduating in the spring of 2012 from high schools in the Denver Metro area. For more information in regards to the GEH Scholarship Endowment:
www.gehendowment.org
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Local Chapter Celebrates African American Scholarship By Dr. Gregory A. Diggs
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an endowed fund that could be used to support college scholarships. The plan was to create fundraisers and encourage financial contributions towards the goal of having $100,000 for the fund. Interest generated by the fund would be used for the scholarships. Led by Brothers like George E. Hailey, this goal has long been accomplished. Indeed, the fund is now endowed with $200,000 and we are working towards raising another $100,000. The support of DPL Brothers and the Denver Community has been outstanding over the years.
The funds are raised and disbursed by the George E. Hailey (GEH) Scholarship Foundation, which is a separate, nonprofit organization. The Thomas W. Bean Foundation has been a principal supporter of the Scholarships along with several important contributions from Brothers and the families of other Brothers who have passed away. The Delta Psi Lambda Chapter has also started a new tradition: The White Linen Affair. In conjunction with the GEH, funds raised at Chartered in 1949, Delta Psi Lambda Chapter (DPL) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated has always demon- this summer event are used to support the scholarship program. strated a strong commitment to “manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all mankind.� Accordingly, The Brothers of Onward and Upward DPL support and participate in a broad array of National We hope you will agree that the recognition and support of and Local programs. One of the annual events that we are our outstanding African-American students continues to be very proud of is the Annual Scholarship Recognition Banvery important to Denver, to Colorado and to the entire quet Nation. The support and participation of DPL Brothers has been a key to many years of success. We need and depend For more than 25 years, the Delta Psi Lambda Chapter has on you as we plan for continued success in the future. provided modest financial support for African-American seniors, who have matriculated in schools located in Denver, Colorado and the surrounding areas. The support comes in the form of a scholarship ($2,000 or $1,000) that can be used as the student pursues their goals in higher education. Students apply for the scholarship, have their academic records, school-based service, and community-based service evaluated. Those who make it through the review are interviewed by the Scholarship Committee and other Brothers in the Chapter. Traditionally, between 5 and 7 awards are given annually.
On May 6, 2011, 5 young men were honored as their scholarship was celebrated at the Recognition Banquet. The event was held at the University of Denver and the Keynote Speaker was Dr. Nate Easely who serves both as the Deputy Director of the Denver Scholarship Foundation and Chair of the Denver Public School Board. The 2011 recipients of the awards included Mr. Paul Deadrick; Mr. Chidiebere Agwu; Mr. Jeffrey Smith; Mr. Sergio King; and Mr. William Carter. This group of young scholars represented Cherokee Trails, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Mountain Range High Schools. History of the Scholarship and How it is Supported In the 1980s, a group of DPL Brothers had an idea to create
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Ice Cold Alpha’s in the Windy City, 105th General Convention It was July 2011 that the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. assembled in the city of
Chicago for their 105th General Convention. It’s always good to attend this event and I have personally looked forward to it as we travel from city to city to conduct the business of Alpha. There was high powered entertainment provided by such great talents as Jennifer Hudson, Envogue (…the ladies still looking good and got the pipes to match), and Denver’s own Gerald Albright. The business sessions were as invigorating as ever. Key issues discussed were (what seem like ever present) the consequences of illegal intake procedures (hazing), the financial standing of the fraternity, the upcoming election and the IMDP. As one could expect, we did not solve all of the problems within the organization. However, I have always found it inspiring and invigorating to be in the house during the convention and watching the interchange, and exchange between brothers as we all strive to maintain our legacy and uphold the high standards that we’ve come to know and love so well. One notable aspect at the convention was that we were in a city that has s strong union force. The impact of this on the convention was that our sound and audio of business sessions was manned by individuals that were not members of our organization. This resulted in an insecure house for the whole of the convention. This required adjustments on our part in that discussions/concerns of a sensitive nature had to be handled with a different type of discretion. All in all, the coming together of brothers, renewed relations, the making of new ones and just being involved in the ongoing of the fraternity make one look forward to the 106th. I say to any brother that has not attended a convention, make an effort to do so. It’s an experience that every brother should live. Fraternally. Brother Purvis “Link” Young DPL Chapter, Chaplain
Alpha Phi Alpha’s 105th Founder’s Day Luncheon This year’s Delta Psi Lambda’s Founders Day celebration in honor of the founding Jewels will be a joint event with the brothers of Iota Omicron Lambda Chapter in Colorado Springs, CO. A Brunch Luncheon Event is planned for December 3rd at the Colorado Springs Marriott Hotel from11:30AM to 2:00PM. A “Meet and Greet Cocktail Social” is scheduled from 11:30 to noon with lunch to be served immediately thereafter. The theme for this year’s Program is “Continuing the Dream” in recognition and special tribute to the MLK Memorial Dedication that was held in Washington DC this Fall. DPL’s Brother Dr. Jeremy Tucker will be the guest speaker for this year’s Program. It is anticipated that Brothers and their guests of both Chapters will total close to 75 attendees enjoying a three course meat feast of Barbeque Briskets/ Chicken/Ribs plus salad, vegetables, desserts and assorted drinks. The Program will feature a brief biography of each of the Founding Jewells by various brothers of each Chapter, welcome remarks from IOL Chapter President, Brother William Bell, remarks from Rocky Mountain Region District Director, Brother Dr. Jeriod Patterson, various entertainment, raffles, recognition of Alpha Widows, a memoriam of the latest brothers to enter into Omega Chapter and closing remarks from DPL Chapter President, Brother Leroy Colbert. The committee members for this year’s Founders Day were Brothers Wardell Adams and Thomas DeGraffe of IOL and Brothers Dr. Jeremy Tucker and Arthur Wilson of DPL. The committee wishes to thank the following Brothers of DPL who provided gifts for the raffles give-away: Brother Leroy Colbert, Brother George Hailey, Brother Dr. Collis Johnson, Brother Arthur Wilson, and Brother Link Young. Fraternally, Brother Arthur Wilson
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Radical Equations: The DPL Math Tutorial Program By Dr. Gregory A. Diggs
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of fields including: education, engineering, banking, law and a variety of other disciplines. The diversity in background and expertise allows students to experience math from a variety of perspectives and to get a sense of some of the practical applications of math. We also believe that being exposed to African American men who are interested and competent in math, provides students with role models that can enhance their engagement in math and other academic pursuits. The students who are in the program this year are very excited and engaged in the math activities. A few of the students are advanced in mathematics. A few students have some struggles in math. Most of them are bright, engaged and have knowledge and abilities that are at or above grade level. One challenge has been that some of their knowledge is not as secure as it could be. They can complete the math problems, but do not necessarily understand the meanings and applications in different contexts. We are fortunate to have Brother Pigues and Brother Thompson who are able to identify gaps in knowledge and provide instruction that can more deeply support student learning.
Many active Brothers will know that the Delta Psi Lambda Chapter Student Engagement and Fun of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has a vibrant, active math tutoring program. We traditionally adopt an elementary school, gather a cadre of Brothers, and provide this service to approximately 10 young, African American males who are in the third or fourth grades. For the past few years, the math program has been implemented at Hallett Elementary School, which is located on Jasmine Street near northeast Denver.
What Brothers may not know, is that the tutorial program has a long history. As the story has been told, the tutorial program was started between 30 and 35 years ago under the guidance of Brother William (Bill) Guidry. Some of the people who are currently involved, including Brother Sam Pigues and Brother Robert (“Tree Bob”) Williams have been guiding and supporting this effort since way back in the day. According to Brother Pigues, “A lot of us who were young Brothers would come out and support the tutorial program. And we would go out for chicken wings and libations after the activity was completed”. The combination of service, food and other fun was a popular draw for Brothers in the heyday of Delta Psi Lambda Chapter. Today, that tradition continues. Led by Brother Buford Thompson, we have about 8 Brothers who actively support an average of 12 students each week. Brother Pigues and Brother Williams are almost always present. And sometimes we still go out for chicken wings.
The Program Once a week, Brothers meet at Hallett Academy to work with the 15 students who are enrolled in the program. The activities start at 5:30pm on Wednesday afternoon and generally last until 7pm. Most often, the math activities are centered around completing math homework that has been assigned by the school for that week, answering questions about math, providing some targeted math instruction and later, playing math games with the students. The participation of Brothers is one of the important reasons for the success of this program. They bring their expertise in a variety
Langston (“North”) Shupe-Diggs is the son of Brother Diggs and is an advanced math student as a 7th grader. He joined the Brothers last year as a math tutor and enjoys it. The students are responsive to him because, unlike us older Brothers, he has learned the same math that our participants have; he can explain it and support learning with a different lens. According to North: “The students have fun with math and I have fun. Overall, the math tutoring is a good experience for everyone.” North’s comments describe part of our goal. We need to have more African American students who are prepared to demonstrate excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) along with banking, business, accounting, economics and many other fields that use math as a foundation for scholarship and service. This is a radical proposition: to challenge stereotypes about Blacks and math by encouraging competence and enjoyment of mathematics among African American males. We hope you will agree, that programs like the math tutoring at DPL is one small step towards supporting these aims. And we invite you to join us as we continue to support these students.
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Alpha Brothers Mentor the Youth in the Community: Project Alpha On Saturday November 12, 2011, the
Delta Psi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity hosted Project Alpha, one our fraternity’s national programs. The program was held at the United Church of Montbello. The event was attended by several community youth, to include the father of one of the youths. The program was facilitated by Brothers Demond Harper and Claude Harris and supported By Bro. Demond Harper by the attendance of Brothers Leroy Colbert, Stephan Gater, and Conyea Nave. The pastor of the church used was that of Brother James Fouther. The goals of the Project Alpha program, as defined by the national organization is, “Project Alpha seeks to create a safe environment where young men can learn about and explore their sexuality, manhood and relationship issues. This provides the foundation for reaching the program’s three goals: a. Sharing Knowledge - combating ignorance and fear with factual information b. Changing Attitudes - providing motivation toward positive changes in sexual behavior c. Providing Skills - creating a sense of empowerment and self-esteem”
Children’s Hospital. Everyone present worked hard and as a result of our hard worked we filled over 300 backpacks. The leaders of the organization were very thankful for our help. Special thanks to the young men affiliated with our Young Men of Alpha program and Brothers Deandrea Thomas and Theo Williams of the Omicron Tau Chapter for their help.
Go To High School Go To College: National Program The Delta Psi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity hosted Go to High School go To College, administered locally as the Young Men of Alpha. The brothers held meetings with the young men on every second Saturday of the month at the Denver University campus. The program was co-chaired and facilitated by brothers Claude Harris and Demond Harper. We met with the young men over the course of 9 weeks. Each week we highlighted a different subject that would assist in the development of the young men. We opened the year with the presentation of “Bring your A game”. Subjects covered over the rest of the program were African American history, conflict resolution, FAFSA informational, etiquette training, and assertive communication. We were able to work with Delta Sigma Theta’s local Delta Gem program on a Christmas toy drive and holiday luncheon. We had a good group of young men that we hope to continue with next school year. The program was supported by the Omicron Tau chapter on more than one occasion.
We showed the youth the Project Alpha video then held a series of activities and discussions that encouraged participation and In closing we are looking to grow the program and coninput from the youth. We covered a lot of topics and centered a tinue to assist in the development of male youths in our lot of the lessons around the responsibilities of the male in communities. DENVERALPHAYOUTH@GMAIL.COM relationships. We accomplished a lot and the youths left asking about future programs. A big thanks to all who helped make the programs a success. Special thanks to Brother Fouther who so graciously allowed us the use of his church and Brother Aaron Green, who created the beautiful flyer for the program.
Young Men of Alpha conduct Community Service On Saturday October 9, 2010, the Delta Psi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity conducted a community service project, with the Young Men of Alpha and the Omicron Tau Chapter. We worked with the Starlight Children's Foundation of Colorado. Starlight Children's Foundation is an organization that fills back packs with goodies to be delivered to children admitted to
Brother Harper with one of the participants from the Young Men of Alpha program
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Alpha and Raytheon Partner Up in Support of Backpack Drive The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. partnered with Raytheon and the Aurora Public School District (APS) to support APS’s Annual Back-to-School Kick-Off event. The goal to provide the necessary support to improve student achievement in all education initiatives is off to a great start! On behalf of the fraternity and Raytheon, I want to extend a sincere thank you to the brothers who provided backpacks, school supplies, and donations for this effort. I especially want to thank the brothers who battled the heat in order to hand out backpacks and supplies to the families in need. Also, we collected and transported bags of supplies and one bag of children’s vitamins to San Jose with New Hope Volunteers. In the future, planning and coordinating for this community event will be conducted several months in advance. For questions or concerns, please give me a call/email. Fraternally, Bro. W. Devon Miller
Brothers attending the backpack drive in Aurora, CO (From L-R: Bro. Miller, Austin, King-Stockton and Wilson)
Alpha’s take 1st Place in Local Step Show On Saturday, September 24, 2011 9 distinguished brothers hit the stage at the Delta Sigma Theta "Step It Up In the Mile High" step show. The brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha spent tireless hours since July to perfect, polish, and perform at a level satisfactory to clench a victory. The team (comprised of neophytes, first time steppers, and veterans) put on a ten-minute show full of excitement, precision, and difficult routines that brought the audience back to the days of the 90's. Memorable characters from movies and television were highlighted throughout the show tied in with the sounds and dance moves of that decade. From start to finish those Ice Cold Brothers, decked in blue jeans, black blazers, gold ties and snap back hats, left it all on that stage and all the hard work, dedication and sacrifice paid off! Alpha Phi Alpha took home the first place prize and bragging rights for the year. Fraternally, Brother Adrian M. Green
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Fraternity Hosts Holiday Toy Drive The Distinguished Brothers of the Delta Psi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. hosted a Holiday Toy Drive in the month of December. We identified a group that is in need of extra support during this holiday season. Since 1996, The Rocky Mountain Youth Clinics has provided medical, dental, and mental health services to the children of Colorado regardless of their insurance status or family’s ability to pay. As a chapter, it is our goal to provide holiday toy's to the children at the Rocky Mountain Youth Clinic. They have a true need during the holiday season, and under the leadership of Brother Devon Miller, the brothers of Alpha took charge and collected toys and cash donations from local community leaders and organizations. We are truly thankful to everyone that supported this great cause, and look forward to hosting more drives in the future that impact the youth in our community.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Save the Date! February 24-26, 2012
Please Make Plans to Attend The Rocky Mountain District Conference University of Denver (DU) Sturm Hall Room 254 VP Address Chapter Training Chapter Collaboration Chapter President’s Update Community Service Activity 1st Note—Donate an Instrument to an inner-city kid DU Tour for High School Students Ladies Activities VP Reception Alpha Sunday To register for the District Conference, contact Bro. Dr. Jeriod Patterson: jeriod.patterson@alcatel-lucent.com
THE BROTHERS OF THE DELTA PSI LAMBDA CHAPTER OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.
WISH YOU ALL SEASONS GREETINGS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY & HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR!
ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED.
First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All
Thank you for reading the Winter Edition of “Manly Deeds” and look forward to the Spring 2012 Edition. For More Information: Email: deltapsilambda@gmail.com Website: www.deltapsilambda.org AlphaPhiAlpha.Net
Delta Psi Lambda Chapter Newsletter Committee Brother Aaron R. Green Brother Adrian M. Green Brother Andre Brooks Brother Demond Harper Brother Gregory A. Diggs, Ph.D. Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love For All Mankind