Over the past couple of years, Mu Lambda Chapter has focused on fundraising to advance many of its community programs. These fundraising efforts vary from brothers working at the Verizon Center during Washington Wizards basketball games and Washington Capitals hockey games to reaching out to corporations, foundations, government, and individuals to share the story about how Alpha men are making a difference in the Washington DC community. With the hard work of brothers at over twelve basketball and hockey games, the chapter has raised over $4000 in the past five months This money will help the chapter and the Mu Lambda Foundation with critical programs and can be used to renovate of the chapter house. The Beautillion committee continues to reach out to external sources for funding. This year, the Verizon Foundation and the Allstate Insurance Company are just a couple of our sponsors that ensured the Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala was a financial success. We will continue to expand these relationships and build new ones
During the April chapter meeting, Mu Lambda tried something new--we asked the Allstate Insurance Company to sponsor our meeting. We should continue to look at other corporations that want to share their message with the brothers and are willing to donate to our chapter and Foundation activities. Allstate provided the brotherhood a $5000 check that will be used by the chapter and the Foundation to provide scholarships and support our many chapter activities in support of the community.
The chapter is also looking for grants to support our many programs. Just recently, the Washington DC
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government has given the chapter a grant to work with young men. This grant will allow the chapter to continue to make a difference in the lives of young men and help them during the critical years between childhood and manhood. More information about the grant and its implementation will be provided in the coming months. This is the type of program that should have been in place much earlier than now. As Mu Lambda chapter works to implement this special program, we should implement it in phases to ensure its success. It is very important that we do not take any backwards steps as we implement a program that will greatly aid our brothers. I am currently looking for a brother to lead this effort. During the April chapter meeting, it will be discussed in more detail.
Beautillion Reaches New Heights
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With Brother Darrell Chase focusing on individuals in the community, the chapter has raised $1000 for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial; our continued commitment to the memorial was announced at the recent Eastern Regional Convention. We should all continue to talk to individuals in the community and across the cou about the memorial and the importance of c c
As you know, fundraising will allow the cha continue to expand its programs and lead the fraternity as we implement our National Progr special initiatives across the Washington DC community. I look forward to talking with brothers about other fundraisi
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With nearly 400 in attendance the Gala capped off the most successful year. The Program conducted over 15 workshops including community service and social events. Our Gala featured partners old and new in the March of Dimes, Allstate Insurance, Clark Construction, Verizon Foundation, and the DC Children and Youth Investment Corporation. Education were the messages of Councilmember Vincent Orange and Prince Georges County Executive Jack Johnson. The Washington Post's CEO Donald Graham expressed sincere thanks via David Jones after receiving this year's Civic Award, as did a surprised and happy Bro Ted George, Jr. The night was capped off with scholarships awarded in excess of $15,000. The bottom line also looks good, with a projected surplus of $14,000. Finally the effort was a success through the hard works of the entire Beautillion Committee. Well done and see you next year.
Unfortunately, I will be out of town on business travel for the May chapter meeting, the most importan chapter meeting of the year. It is important be the May chapter meeting will provide you the opportunity to vote on the future leadership of Mu Lambda Chapter during chapter elections T nominating committee will present a slate of candidates for the next fraternal year. Many brothers have approached me with excitement about the of the chapter and their willingness to serve as chapter leaders. As I complete my final year chapter president, this excitement gives me confidence that Mu Lambda chapter’s future is hands. This meeting will provide brothers the opportunity to hear the vision of those seeking chapter offices. Every brother should plan to at
Remember – Chapter Elections on May 4th 2006. Everybody can be great because anybody
ng opportunities at the upcoming chapter meetings. t cause he future as in good tend and vote on the future of Mu Lambda chapter. can serve.”
Brother Martin Luther King Jr.
Beautillion 06
Celebrating a Century of Alpha Excellence
Developing Our Future Leaders Today
The 11th Annual Mu Lambda Foundation
Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala
Mu Lambda Elections Remember to Vote!
Brothers please come out and exercise your right to vote on Thursday May 4th. May is traditionally the month where we elect new leadership to navigate Mu Lambda to the forefront of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Might you be reminded that all positions are open to financial Brothers of Mu Lambda, so if you feel you can make a contribution, and you are not already running for office, nominate yourself as a write-in candidate. This should make for an exciting night for we have many of positions to fill.
Elected Officers
President
Vice President
Recording Secretary
Treasurer
Financial Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
Chaplain
Historian/Archivist
Sergeant-at-Arms
Associate Editor to the Sphinx
Editor of the Torch
Webmaster
Director of Intake
Director of Education
Parliamentarian
Director of Membership
Member-At-Large
Mu Lambda Membership News
Brother Jermaine Wilson is a one of the latest Brothers to join the Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He was born in the Bronx, NY and grew-up in Long Island. Brother Wilson attended Lincoln University in PA and was made at Gamma Iota Lambda in Brooklyn, NY on May 25, 2002.
Interview with Brother Wilson
Q: Who or what influenced your decision to pledge Alpha?
A: I would say my college years at Lincoln University influenced me the most. From day one I was very impressed with the way the student body responded to the Brothers of A Phi A. It was from that standpoint that my love began to grow for Alpha. I tried very hard to pledge at Lincoln but the chapter was in difficulty so I had to wait.
Q: What has been your best experience with Mu Lambda thus far?
A: Hands down the best experience has been working with the Beautillion. Being a mentor to the young Beaus and working one on one has been a great experience.
Q: What do you feel you can contribute to Alpha?
A: My dedication is my biggest attribute. I am more of a “listen first and take action second” type of Brother. I really do not mind learning from the seasoned Brothers.
Summertime Treat
We are proud to announce that Brother Lowery and his son have just recently opened a Cold Stone Creamery in the Washington DC Area. Cold Stone is known for using only the finest ingredients, producing the highest quality ice cream available. They make it fresh each day in their store. Every ice cream creation is made to order for each customer by blending in mix-ins on a frozen granite stone (the Cold Stone!), and served in a fresh-baked waffle cone.
Cold Stone Creamery
3508 Connecticut Avenue NW, 1st Floor Washington, DC 20008
Store Hours: Sun Noon-10:00P Mon-Thu Noon-10:00P Fri Noon-11:00P Sat 11:00A-11:00P
March of Dimes
Brother of Mu Lambda gather at mile marker dedicated to Mu Lambda 30 Apr 06
National News
2006 Centennial Convention
On July 25 - 30, 2006 Alpha Phi Alpha Members, Families and Friends will converge on Washington, DC to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of an organization whose members have had an enormous impact on the lives of countless human beings. The Centennial Convention will be preceded by a “Centennial Era” – A Period of preparation and mobilization consisting of Nationwide activities and events; the commissioning of intellectual and scholarly works; the presentation of exhibits, lectures, artwork and musical expositions and the production of film and video presentations. All of which will transmit to our members, our community, the nation and the world the story of seven men who spawned a movement, one that changed the course of history and advanced a people and a world.
JULY 25- 30 | WASHINGTON, DC
Host Hotel: Wardman Park Marriott Hotel (must be registered to receive discounted rates)
Registration Opens: February 24, 2006
Registration Closes: July 15, 2006
Additional Information: Visit AlphaNET at http://alphaphialpha.net/
March 19, 2006
Dear Brother Moore:
As you may be aware, the Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation is the non-profit 501 (c) (3) charitable arm of the fraternity and focuses on educational programs, training, youth leadership development, and the awarding of several scholarships annually to deserving students. Moreover, the foundation has oversight for the planning and implementation of all fraternity sponsored national programs, special projects and scholastic excellence activities (i.e., the Scholars Bowl, etc.).The foundation is currently accepting applications for several of the initiatives that it sponsors. Please refer to the fraternity’s web site, www.alphaphialpha.net, if you are interested in one or more of the following:
• Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation Committee Volunteer Application
• Alpha Phi Alpha College Chapter Leadership Academy Application
• 2006 Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation Scholarship Application
If you have any questions about any of theses programs, please feel free to contact me. Please note that all of the applications have deadlines, some of which are within the next month.
Fraternally,
Brother Ralph Johnson, Ph.D. Chairman Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation
Verizon Center Fundraising Event
Brother James McDonald looks confident as he is seen here overseeing the cash flow that has been generated by all of the hard working Brothers who are a part of the Verizon Center fund raising effort.
After the halftime of a Washington Wizards basketball game when all of the fans made it back to their seats, the guys had time to pose and let everyone know that Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has everything under control.
Brother Joseph Jones puts on his smiling face as he attempts to choose from a wide variety of draft beers to pour. A customer requests a tall glass of Bud Light.
May Birthdays
Brother Arthur King 5-May
Brother John Wynn 8-May
Brother Melvin York 12-May
Brother Reginald Salter 13-May
Brother Carmund White 15-May
Brother Nigel P Pierce 15-May
Brother Julius L Hall 16-May
Brother John H Goins 18-May
Brother Norris Dodson 18-May
Brother Alfonso N Pearson Jr. 21-May
Brother Elbert D Gadsden 28-May
Brother Campbell C Johnson III 30-May
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