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In this Issue

Charter Members Past Presidents

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Arthur Curtis* Merrill H. Curtis* Victor R. Daly* Eugene L. C. Davidson* Arnold Donawa* Walter Garvin* William L. Hansberry* Charles H. Houston* Edward Howard* Joseph R. Jones* R. Frank Jones* J Edward Lowery* Clarence H. Mills* Jewel Nathaniel Allison Murray* Norman L. McGhee* Jewel Robert Harold Ogle* Louis H. Russell* James N. Saunders* Emory B. Smith* Harold C. Stratton* J.H.N. Waring* Charles H. Wesley*

Front Cover Picture by Names In this Issue, Charter Members, Past Presidents Executive Board, The Presidents’ Message Mu Lambda Community House 2405 Pre & Post Construction Committee Chairs & The Vice Presidents’ Message Upcoming Events Brotherhood Smoke

14 96th Charter Day Luncheon

15 Women Self-Defense Class 16 Mu Lambda 2019 Gala 17 60th Anniversary Celebration of the founding Alpha Phi Alpha 18 Message from the Membership & Reclamation Chair Alphaversary and Birthday 19 Reclamation Letter 20 Message From The Chaplain 21 Message from the Alpha Wives 22 About the Mu Lambda Foundation 24 Combined Federal Campaign 25 The DC ONE FUND

26 AmazonSmile 27 Hope Starts Here: Hiuse of Ruth Annual Report 30 Mu Lambda receives Partner of the Year Award from the House of Ruth on September 19th 33 Message from House of Ruth Committee 35 How House of Ruth was started 37 President’s Volunteer Service Award Letter 38 Mu Lambda partners with Washington Redskins, Kaboom, and Hart Middle School 45 Project Alpha/Go To HS Go To College 46 Certificate of Appreciation 47 Martha’s Table: Mu Lambda’s newest partner, September 28th 48 AARP Driver Safety Course 49 Adopt A Block Clean-up September 28th

50 Mu Lambda provides self-defense class at Howard University 51 Mu Lambda & Beta co-sponsor Sept. 26th, Self-Defense Class at the Mu Lambda Community House 54 Mu Lambda’s September 11, 2019, CBC RECEPTION 60 The Jewel Lounge 61 Brothers Legal Corner 63 The Secret To Keeping Your Teeth 64 Prostate Health

65 Food, Dessert and Drink of the Month 66 District of Columbia National Panhellenic Council 67 A History Lesson with Our National Historian Dr. Robert L. Harris, Jr. 68 Welcome back brothers & Introductions of visiting brothers 69 Brother Ryle Bell’s Wedding Annivarsary Highlights 70 Brother John Barnett in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea 71 Alpha Move 79 Alpha Phi Alpha General President’s CBC Reception 82 OLA’s Democratic Debate Watch Party 83 Where Do I Start 84 Advertise with us 85 Domino’s 86 AKStar Apparel Ad 87 East State Street Band 88 Mu Lambda Brother Rawn James, Jr. 89 Exit Realty - Brother Albert A. Williams 90 Financial Planning Needs, The Crone Esquivel Group 91 2019 State of the District 92 Message from the Editor 93 Esprit de Fraternite

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Harold Stratton* Howard H. Long* Charles H. Wesley* Frank Adams* R. Frank Jones* James B. Browning* Jewel Henry Arthur Callis* U. Simpson Tate* C.C. House* Verdie L. Robinson* Walter M. Booker* Jack Bind* Millard R. Dean* Frank Davis* Clifton Hardy* Herman Johnson* Howard Jenkins* C.C. House* William F. Nelson* Aubrey E. Robinson* Joseph Waddy* Edward J. Austin* Elgy Johnson* George H. Windsor* James T. Speight* Harold Sims* Eddie Madison* Wilbur Sewell* Charles Thomas* Theodore Taylor* Elmer Moore* William E. Calbert* Osmond Brown* Vernon Gill LeRoy Lowery, III Morris Hawkins* C.C. Jones Vincent Orange Melvin White LeRoy Lowery, III James Haynes Rudolph Harris* Edwin Norwood James McDonald Timothy Fitzgerald Kwame Ulmer LeRoy Lowery, III Eddie Neal LeRoy Lowery, III Joel Grey Eddie Neal - Current

* Omega Chapter Brothers

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Executive Board President Eddie Neal Vice President Garrett Miller Recording Secretary Jason Jefferson Corresponding Secretary Timothy Fitzgerald Financial Secretary Chatman Young Treasurer Michael Young Chaplain William “Tony” Hawkins Historian Silas J Woods Archivist Jeremy Triplett Intake Coordinator Andre Lucas Assoc. Editor/Sphinx Antonio King Dir. Ed. Activities Sean Perkins Sergeant-at-Arms Frank King Parliamentarian Byron L. Williams Web Master Mark Jones Editor of the Torch Kenneth A. Williams Member at Large LeRoy Lowery III General Counsel Brent Radcliff Chief Fundraising Officer George D. McNeal Special Assistant to President Mikael E. LaRoche

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The Presidents’ Message Brothers, If you know whence you came, there are absolutely no limitations to where you can go. Mu Lambda was chartered 96 years ago on Monday, October 1, 1923. Included in this issue of the Torch are pictures of Mu Lambda’s corporate headquarters before the construction and Mu Lambda’s 60th Anniversary founders’ day gala.

A brother recently attending the chapter meeting stated he looked at Mu Lambda but could not afford the dues. I make no excuses for the dues which average $100 per year more than most chapters in the area. While we pay approximately $10 per meeting more than the average chapter, you have to put it in perspective and ask are we paying too little. Don’t fear, we are not raising your dues.

Your dues support Mu Lambda’s $2,000,000 corporate headquarters, four course repast per meeting, one of the largest annual Congressional Black Caucus receptions in DC, backpacks for DC youth, helping our senior brothers, feeding battered women, clothing the homeless, feeding hungry families, and other far reaching community service projects. Don’t overlook the mentorship to our college brothers.

While others are worried about saving $100 per year, we are building safe playgrounds for youth in DC. We are in the schools mentoring at risk middle and high school African-American males. We are working in wards 7 and 8 of the city.

We are feeding battered women and clothing the homeless. We are on college campuses teaching self-defense to African-American young ladies.

Mu Lambda was one of the only chapters offering financial assistance to brothers during the government shutdown. Mu Lambda is one of the only chapters preparing living health care initiatives for senior brothers. Mu Lambda was one of the first chapters to address mental illness in the fraternity. Dedicated Alphas like two of the Jewels saw fit to be charter members of Mu Lambda, while a third decided to be president of Mu Lambda chapter. Across Alpha when only 15 percent of brothers remain financial after four years of entering the fraternity, dedicated Alphas like Brother LeRoy Lowery, who has been with Mu Lambda for 37 years, are choosing to return to Mu Lambda year after year.

The $100 is a metaphor. The real issue is that too often we count our years in Alpha and focus on the immaterial, rather than making our years in Alpha count by doing the work in the community. Thoroughly read this issue of the Torch – Mu Lambda has done more during the month of September than some organizations will do in a calendar year.

My question to you, are you going to be like the visitor or are you going to pay your 2019-2020 dues so we can continue to serve the citizens of the District of Columbia. Most important, consider how the mere $100 helps Mu Lambda as it pursues the Youth Court in DC, helping to end the school to prison pipeline.

In closing a representative of an organization with authorized capital of $184 billion recently approached Mu Lambda inquiring why we are not one of their partners. They recognized our work in the community. Then again, that’s what your extra $100 earned you.

Fraternally, Brother Eddie Neal, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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Committee Chairs

The Vice Presidents’ Message

Auditing Mark Ross

Greeting Brothers,

Brother’s Keeper Carlos DeBose Budget and Finance Chapman Young Communication and Technology Mark Jones Constitution Byron Williams DC National Pan Hellenic Council Derrick Butts Fundraising Matthew Aaron Golf Tournament Frank King Health & Wellness Alvin L. Reaves, III Membership Timothy Fitzgerald Men Who Cook Garrett Miller

I hope this message finds you in excellent health. The fall season is here, although the summer temperatures still linger. But we will not let that hold us back from doing the work of Alpha! I want to begin by thanking the brothers for coming out to the Park on 14th and supporting the annual CBC event. The turnout was amazing, and all had a great time in attendance. With the CBC behind us, we march onward to the next major event this month, the 96th Charter Day Luncheon, which will be held at Howard University School of Law on Oct. 5th at 1:06pm. Please look for notifications, calls, and emails that will be circulating. Brother Harmon is leading the Adopt the Block cleanup this Saturday, Sept 28th.

A few chapter brothers and I will be heading the NYC for the Eastern Region Staff Meeting this coming weekend. Often I am reminded of a quote, “the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. Give. Live. Love.

Service.” Brothers, I realize we have a calendar that is packed with events each month. Please continue to come out and support the chairs and their committees as they continue to work hard to make these events successful.

With that said, I’m still looking for a brother to chair the marketing/promotion committee. If you are interested in chairing this committee or looking to work on any of the other committees, please reach out to me.

Along with several brothers, we had the opportunity to attend and be honored by the House of Ruth. As you know, we prepare meals for these women each month, and their organization thought enough of us to dedicate an award of appreciation. Consistently, the brothers received thanks for all the work that we were doing. We were also encouraged to continue the great job with the House of Ruth at the event. It was very touching to be appreciated by so many strangers that were familiar with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. but was not sure how we fit into the picture with the House of Ruth.

Nominating Frank King

While there, many other partners/supporters of the House of Ruth approached us individually to say thank you. I mentioned this because we also made lasting impressions with another supporter of the House of Ruth, The World Bank. They were so impressed that they asked why we were not on the World Bank’s list of 503c partners. From that conversation, the process has now begun, and hopefully, what will become a very profitable relationship for the chapter.

Programs Joseph Gibbs

So let us keep pushing and making lasting impressions in the communities we serve and continue to hold Alpha high! ‘06

Public Policy Kelvin Brown

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Mu Lambda Chapter History Book Silas Woods III

Social Joseph Gibbs

Brother Garrett Miller, Vice-President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

Community Service Samuel Armstrong Marketing/Promotion Committee Garrett Miller Social Media Committe Jeremy Triplett

Mu Lambda Brothers Garrett Miller & Tim Fitzgerld at the Eastern Region Staff Meeting

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Tuesday, October 1st Thursday, October 3rd Friday, October 4th Saturday, October 5th Thursday, October 10th Saturday, October 12th Wednesday, October 16th Thursday, October 17th Tuesday, October 22nd Saturday, November 2nd Thursday, November 7th Saturday, November 9th Monday, November 11th Thursday, November 14th Wednesday, November 20th Thursday, November 21st Saturday, November 23rd Tuesday, November 26th Thursday, November 28th Wednesday, December 4th Thursday, December 5th Saturday, December 7th

Thursday, December 12th Saturday, December 14th Tuesday, December 17th Wednesday, December 18th Thursday, December 19th Friday, December 20th Saturday, December 21st Wednesday, December 25th

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Mu Lambda turns 96 Mu Lambda Brotherhood Smoke Chapter meeting Mu Lambda at Arena Stage Charter Day Brunch Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee meeting Alpha Wives meeting Dinner at House of Ruth Executive Board meeting Mu Lambda Foundation Board DC PanHellenic Council meeting MAAC Conference Chapter meeting Alpha Wives meeting Veterans Day Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee meeting Executive Board meeting Mu Lambda Foundation Board meeting Dinner at House of Ruth DC PanHellenic Council meeting Happy Thanksgiving Alpha Phi Alpha turns 113 Chapter meeting MAAC Breakfast Wreath Laying Ceremony for Jewel Nathaniel A. Murray & Jewel Robert H. Ogle Mu Lambda’s 96th Anniversary Founders Day banquet Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee meeting Alpha Wives meeting DC PanHellenic Council meeting Executive Board meeting Mu Lambda Foundation Board meeting Deliver holiday baskets to families Dinner at House of Ruth Merry Christmas

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Saturday, December 7, 2019

The honor of your presence is requested for Dinner & Dancing at the

MU LAMBDA 2019 GALA & 96TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.

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The Duke Ellington School of the Arts 3500 R Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001

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7:06 PM to Midnight

Starting at $125.00

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Jewel Tables:

Black Tie

Tickets: $1,500.00

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60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE FOUNDING ALPHA PHI ALPHA

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Message from the Membership and Reclamation Chair Greeting Brothers, Brother President has charged me with reclaiming a minimum of 50 brothers this fraternal year. The ask is not insurmountable because numerous brothers stated during the convention their intention of returning to the chapter. I cannot do it alone; I would like all brothers to assist me.

It is not just about getting brothers back into the fold – we have some challenging days ahead of Alpha and the African-American community. The more brothers we have helping, the more work we can do in the community.

Fraternally, Brother Timothy Fitzgerald, Membership and Reclamation Committee Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

Lee A. Tyler Patrick J. Major James A. Donaldson Richard A. English DeAngelo M. Copeland Joshua J. DuBoise Jason Jefferson Kellen Moore Byron L. Williams John-Mark Williams Horace G. Dawson, Jr.

October 1 October 4 October 11 October 28 October 28 October 28 October 28 October 28 October 28 October 28 October 31

Happy Birthday Frank C. King, Jr. Lloyd T. McGriff Eric A. Washington Lamar Arnold Joseph Housey, III Eric D. Herndon Alvin L. Reaves, III Mr. William Thomas

October 7 October 16 October 16 October 17 October 18 October 18 October 23 October 24

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As Membership and Reclamation Chair of Mu Lambda Chapter, I would like to bring greetings to you and extend an invitation for you to return to the chapter. I am proud to be a member of this chapter as Mu Lambda celebrates 95 years of serving Washington, DC since 1923. Since our charter, Mu Lambda Chapter has been an innovator, a builder, and a molder of men making a difference in the lives of many in the Washington Metropolitan area. Mu Lambda Chapter is working diligently to ensure that our programs and social activities continue to impact the community in a positive way by being a catalyst of change.

Today, Mu Lambda stands as a beacon of light to the community and a strong source of leadership. Through our Henry Arthur Callis Academy, we continue to facilitate the growth of young males so they understand that leadership is not a burden but a responsibility. Staying true to Alpha’s core: we implement successfully the fraternity’s National Programs: Go-to-High School Go-to-School, A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, Project Alpha and Brothers’ Keeper. These four programmatic efforts are implemented through “out-of-the-box” formats to ensure that Mu Lambda Chapter is reaching the target audience.

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Mu Lambda in not a monolithic chapter. It is rich in history, diversity and ready to serve.

The membership of the chapter ranges in age 23 to 99.

Salaries range from $30,000 to $1,000,000 per annum.

The membership is comprised of brothers initiated in 117 different chapters.

Fifty-five life members.

The lowest life member number is 691, while the highest in the chapter is 13910.

Brothers list their race as African American, Afro-Hispanic, Caucasian, Multi-Racial, and West Indian/Caribbean.

All brothers have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree.

Two have Dental Degrees.

Three have Medical Degrees.

Eleven have MBA Degrees.

Twenty-six have Doctorate Degrees.

Twenty-six have Law Degrees.

Twenty-eight have Masters’ Degrees as their highest level of education.

I challenge you to reflect and rekindle the fraternal spirit. Our chapter meetings are every first Thursday at the Mu Lambda Community House, located at 2405 First Street NW, Washington, DC at 7:06 pm and the repast starts @ 6:30 pm.

Please visit https://issuu.com/mulambdatorch to see what Mu Lambda has been doing. If you have any questions please call me @ 301-332-7507 or email me at timfitz06@comcast.net.

Fraternally, Bro. Tim Fitzgerald Membership and Reclamation Chair Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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Message from the Chaplain Brothers, I do not get around as good and quickly as in the past. I am the primary caregiver for my wife with assistance from our children. We have many younger brothers trained in the ministry and I would like to start mentoring some of you to assist me and ultimately replace me in the future.

I do not get to make all of the meetings but I do my best to make the one’s I can.

Brother President and I have had countless conversations and accommodations to support me in the role.

The Chaplain shall open each meeting with prayer and direct all devotional ceremonies approved and planned by the Chapter. The Chaplain shall maintain a list of those members of the Chapter who are in ill health. In addition, he shall visit the ill members and shall report to the Chapter on their status.

When a brother or one of his family members are ill, we try to reach out and console the brother and his family. As your Chaplain, there are times I can use a call from the brothers. If you feel that this is something you would like to do, give me a call at 202.549.0035.

Fraternally, Brother William (Tony) Hawkins Chaplain Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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Message from the Alpha Wives of Washington, D.C. Inc. As we move through this program year, the Alpha Wives would like to extend our sincere thanks and gratitude for the opportunity to speak at Mu Lambda’s September chapter meeting. We appreciate the invitation as we look to increase and grow our membership.

In addition to attending Mu Lambda’s Black Caucus Reception on September 11th and the AARP Driving Course on September 28th, during the month of October, the Alpha Wives will participate in a number of Mu Lambda activities, including Friday Night at the theater on October 4th to see the play “Jitney” at Arena Stage. Additionally, members will attend the Charter Day brunch on October 5th at the Howard University Law School. We will be joining the Mu Lambda brothers to feed the women at House of Ruth on October 12th.

The Alpha Wives are also planning a few activities over the next few months that will be open to the brothers of Mu Lambda and family members, inclusive of a Paint and Sip and our holiday celebration.

Stay tuned for more details.

Finally, as stated at your September chapter meeting, please share information about our organization with your wives. Our next meeting is Saturday, October 12th beginning with our repast at 12:30 p.m. followed by the meeting at 1:00. The meeting will take place at the Mu Lambda Community House, 2405 First Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. They may also contact me directly at alphawivesdc@ gmail.com.

Thanks in advance and looking forward.

Sincerely, Claudia J. Postell, Esq. President Alpha Wives of Washington, D.C. Inc.

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MU LAMBDA FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED

mulambdafoundation.org The mission of the Mu Lambda Foundation, a 501(C)3 organization, is service to mankind, the promotion of scholarship, and the enhancement of knowledge and achievement of males of all ages.

Our deepest purpose as an organization is to be the catalyst in communities by helping to support the health and well being of people. To prevent and alleviate human suffering while enabling people to realize their full potential by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

The Foundation is the charitable arm of Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, the first African American intercollegiate fraternity, was founded in 1906 on the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

The Foundation’s charitable activities include the Henry Arthur Callis Academy, a mentoring program for male students in grades 9 – 12; Project Alpha, an anti-teen pregnancy program oriented to males; work with the DC Food Bank; partnering with the District of Columbia Public School system programs, including Boy Scouts and Youth Court; assisting at the Ronald McDonald House and The House of Ruth, where we serve meals to residents on a monthly basis; and college scholarships for needy youth.

The Foundation has donated over $310,000 in scholarships over the past 20 years.

The Henry Arthur Callis Academy is conducted at Frank Ballou Senior High School in Washington, DC. Meeting monthly with up to 20 students, the Foundation members and Ballou staff address college preparedness, mentoring, job shadowing, college visits and social interactions.

The Foundation has a five-year strategic plan that will create opportunities to positively impact rates of success of local African American male youth along their trajectory from positive academic and social experiences in middle and high school, high school graduation, college entrance, and college completion.

When executed, our strategic plan will provide a full range of Academy experiences and activities for African American young men in grades 9 - 12.

Henry Arthur Callis Academy activities include: 10 College Readiness Courses 1. Organization and Study Skills for College 2. Selecting, Applying to, and Financing College (Parents encouraged to attend) 3. Presentation Skills and Public Speaking 4. Selecting a College Major 5. Responding to Racial Profiling, Stereotyping, and Racism in Society 6. Health and Nutrition 7. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 8. Financial Literacy 9. Professional Attire and Grooming 10. Etiquette and Social Skills in Professional Settings Mentoring/Job Shadowing • Each Scholar is mentored throughout the Academy and beyond • Scholars shadow their mentor at the mentor’s place of employment for the purpose of exposing the Scholar to the mentor’s professional role and responsibilities College/University Visit • Scholars spend a day at a local college or university and shadow college students as they attend classes and navigate the college environment Social Events & Positive Interactions • Scholars participate in social events and interactions that are positive, healthy, empowering, and affirming Black & Gold Gala Scholars are recognized at the annual Mu Lambda Chapter Black & Gold Gala each year.

“This is our first task – caring for our children. It’s our first job. If we don’t get that right, we don’t get anything right.

That’s how, as a society, we will be judged.”

- Barack H. Obama 44th President of the United States Project Alpha is conducted monthly at Charles Hart Middle School in SE Washington, DC. Mu Lambda Foundation continued on next page

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THE TORCH -----------------------------------------------------------------------------Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation began collaboratively implementing Project Alpha in 1980. This project is designed to provide education, motivation and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases for young males ages 12-15 years.

Designed to provide young men with current and accurate information about teen pregnancy prevention, Project Alpha consists of a series of workshops and informational sessions.

The goals of Project Alpha programs are: 1. Sharing knowledge by combating ignorance and fear with factual information.

2. Changing attitudes by providing motivation toward positive changes in sexual behavior.

3. Providing skills by creating a sense of empowerment and self-esteem.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Provides education for young males 12-15 years old on sexuality, fatherhood and the role of males in relationships.

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Motivates young men to make decisions about their goals and values, and act in ways that support their decisions.

Builds young men's skills through roleplaying. Utilizes appropriate male role models and mentors.

CURRICULUM The Project Alpha curriculum focuses on five key topics: • • • • •

Responsibility, Respect and the Role of Males in Relationships Adolescent Pregnancy and Fatherhood Protecting Yourself and Your Partner Sexually Transmitted Diseases Intimate Violence in Relationships

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS LeRoy Lowery, III President Juan H. Powell Vice-President Chatman K. Young, II Treasurer John Barnett Ryle A. Bell, D.D.S. Malcolm B. Carter Albert C. Cheek, D.D.S. Hon. Horace G. Dawson, Jr., Ph.D. Marcel Desroches A. Gilbert Douglass, Esq. W. Anthony Hawkins, Jr., Ph.D. Kenneth F. Holbert, Esq. Alvin Reaves, M.D. John A. Wilson For additional information, to donate funds or to volunteer your services contact us at our headquarters: Mu Lambda Foundation 2405 First St., NW Washington, DC 20001-1019 or send an email to llowery@mulambdafoundation.org

Because Hart Middle School is a feeder school for Ballou Senior High School, we work with the same students from grades 6 though 12 preparing these young men for college and beyond. Our strategic plan calls for expansion of these programs to additional schools throughout the District of Columbia.

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$TCPF 5VCPFCTFU Mu Lambda Foundation’s Combined Federal Campaign Number is: 66770 Please ask your family and friends to consider Mu Lambda Foundation as their charity of choice. The contribution goes toward servicing the community. September 9, 2019 is the Opening of the Online Pledge Portal.

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Yes. Federal retirees may participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) by making either a onetime contribution (credit/debit card or e-check) or through monthly deductions from their annuities. Both of these methods can be used on the CFC Pledging System.

Is it possible to make a one-time donation to CFC by Credit Card?

Yes. One-time gifts using credit/debit cards can be made on the CFC Pledging System.

Can new hires give when they join a federal agency even if it is not during the campaign?

Yes. 5 CFR §950.102(a)(1) states new federal employees must be provided information about the CFC at their orientation and must be allowed to make a pledge within 30 days of starting duty.

Can a federal employee donate to a local charitable organization in a neighboring CFC campaign zone?

Yes. Can a federal contractor contribute to the CFC campaign?

Federal contractors working in Federal facilities may make one-time contributions (credit/debit card or e-check) through the CFC. This can be done on the CFC Pledging System.

Will participating charitable organizations receive the names of donors who have contributed to their organizations?

It is the responsibility of the Central Campaign Administrator (CCA) to provide the names of donors who wish to have their names released to the designated charitable organizations.

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The DC ONE FUND

Campaign begins the first week of October 2019 and runs for approximately 10 weeks.

Please support Mu Lambda through the DC One Fund

Mu Lambda Foundation’s DC One Fund Number is: 9199 Why should I donate through DC One Fund?

The DC One Fund is a convenient tool for you to make a donation to Mu Lambda Foundation through payroll deduction. If you itemize deductions on your taxes, this is a simple way to track your donations. Also, please remember that every donation of any dollar amount makes an impact in our community.

Can I do a one-time donation?

Yes, you can. Go to www.dconefund.org and select the “pledge now” button, login, and then you may donate using the one-time payroll deduction option or the credit card option.

How do I find my agency’s coordinator?

Send an email to dconefund@dc.gov with your agency’s name and someone will respond to you with the name, email and phone number of your agency’s coordinator Can I give $25 or less to Mu Lambda Foundation through DC One Fund?

No. United Way of the National Capital Area, which is the lead administrator of the DC One Fund drive, will not send donations of $25 or less to an individual charity.

If an employee wants to designate funds to his or her charity of choice, the total annual contribution must be at least $26. Donations of $25 or less will be treated as undesignated contributions. Undesignated contributions are used to pay for the annual financial audit of the DC One Fund and other administrative costs. The United Way’s Community Impact Fund is supported by the remaining undesignated funds.

Can I change the amount of money allocated to Mu Lambda Foundation?

Yes. Please go to the DC One Fund donation site, select the “pledge now” button, login, and from there, click “edit” on the donation summary page.

Can I do a one-time donation?

Yes, you can. Go to DC One Fund and visit the “pledge now” tab located at the bottom of the page, login, and then you may pledge using the one-time payroll deduction option or the credit card option.

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ANOTHER WAY TO SUPPORT THE MU LAMBDA FOUNDATION

What is AmazonSmile?

AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support the Mu Lambda Foundation every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization.

Can I use my existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile?

Yes, you use the same account on Amazon.com and AmazonSmile.

On your computer:

1. launch your internet browser and go to smile.amazon.com.

2. Log into with your Amazon account information.

3. Select Mu Lambda Foundation as your charitable choice. Everytime you make a eligible purchase a portion will go to the Foundation.

On your cellphone

1. If you have the Amazon App installed you should remove it. To do this, tap and hold the app icon until it starts to jiggle. Tap the cross at the top left of the icon and confirm that you want to delete it. Don’t worry, this will not delete your Amazon account or any of your settings.

2. Now from your cellphone internet browser go to smile.amazon.com.

3. Once there Tap the ‘share’ button at the bottom of the screen.

4. Tap the ‘Add to Home Screen’ icon. You may need to swipe to the left on iPhone to see this or scroll down on Android.

5. You will now have an Amazon Smile icon on your home screen which will replace your previous Amazon App.

Supporting the Mu Lambda Foundation doesn’t add any extra cost to your purchases!

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Mu Lambda receives Partner of the Year Award from the House of Ruth on September 19th

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Message from the House of Ruth Committee Greetings Brothers, Brothers Samuel Armstrong, Garrett Miller, Eddie Neal, and Albert Williams served the ladies of the House of Ruth on Saturday, September 7th.

The menu was fried chicken, smoked chicken, corn, potato salad, green beans, rolls, almond cake, fruit cocktail, water, and sweet tea. Many thanks are extended to Brother Samuel Armstrong for his smoked chicken and Brother Garrett Miller’s almond cake. The women inquired about Brother Arthur King’s peach cobbler.

We are looking for assistance for the October 12th meal.

If you can cook, the ladies would appreciate your favorite dish. If you cannot cook and are willing to donate the ingredients, we will work with you to turn it into a wonderful meal for the ladies.

We have not built the food service into the chapter’s budget. We serve the ladies once per month and 12 times per year. If a group of 12 different brothers per month prepare a dish, we can feed the ladies without burdening the chapter or individual brothers.

It does not have to be an elaborate dish – just make sure it is something you would serve a good friend or someone you care about. We do not and will not feed the women scraps.

If you are unable to attend and serve the dish, arrangements will be made to serve the dish. We arrive at 3:30 to set the table and serve dinner promptly at 4:30 pm. We aim to serve the ladies a different balanced meal each month. All meals are hot and served on the premises. Please review prior issues of the Torch for a listing of the previous menus.

Fraternally, Brother Garrett Miller Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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How House of Ruth was started Veronica Maz, helped start 3 D.C. social service agencies, dies at 89 Written by Adam Bernstein - July 1, 2014 On a wintry day in 1970, Georgetown University professor Veronica Maz took two of her sociology students to Washington’s skid row to see poverty close up. They talked to a few of the homeless people who were roasting chicken claws over fire barrels.

“And then I was going back to my car and my real nice comfortable home,” Dr. Maz later wrote in The Washington Post. “And a man fell down right in front of me, right on the sidewalk. And I just walked around him and got in my car.

“And when I got in my car, I started talking to myself,” she continued. “I said, ‘Why didn’t you help him?’ Well, I just assumed he was drunk. Well, what if he were drunk? He could’ve had a heart attack. . . . All that night I didn’t sleep. It bothered me personally.

Whatever these sensitivities that you grow up with that you’re not even conscious of. That’s faith.”

Dr. Maz, who died June 25 at 89, became widely regarded as a patron saint of Washington’s hungry, indigent, abused and dispossessed.

On a shoestring budget, she helped start three of Washington’s most important nonprofit social service organizations: So Others Might Eat, which offers free food, counseling and health care to the homeless; the House of Ruth, which shelters and advises battered women; and Martha’s Table, which opened in 1980 (with $93) as a place for children to get free sandwiches after school.

In addition to its child-centered functions, Martha’s Table now feeds thousands of low-income and destitute individuals and families and offers support services, including clothing programs.

Ed Guinan, a former priest who founded the Community for Creative Non-Violence homeless shelter, called Dr. Maz a spearhead in the movement

to address an “epidemic” of homelessness, especially after the deinstitutionalization of people with mental illness in the 1970s.

In their book “Everything to Gain: Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life,” former president Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carter wrote: “Because of Veronica Maz, individuals and groups throughout the area have stopped hurrying by the street people and started to help, volunteering at Martha’s kitchens and shelters.”

“People were in total denial that this situation existed,” Guinan said. “Even churches — and these were good-hearted people — couldn’t believe it that people in Washington were hungry or couldn’t get a meal.” He also discussed Dr. Maz’s work with women and children, saying “she pointed the way there” for organizations such as his own to follow suit.

Dr. Maz — a “hyperkinetic fireplug,” as syndicated columnist George F. Will described her — left academia around the time of her encounter with the man who had collapsed before her eyes. She began a new career as a self-dubbed “social entrepreneur.”

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Dr. Maz began providing administrative support for the Rev. Horace McKenna of St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Northeast Washington. He had been a community lodestar for outreach efforts to the hungry and indigent. With McKenna’s support, she opened So Others Might Eat — SOME, as it became known. The organization moved to an empty storefront near the church and began serving its first meals in 1971, with sandwiches and coffee supplied by a local vending-machine company.

Within two years, SOME had become the city’s largest soup-kitchen operation. She scoured for donations — getting hundreds of pounds of leftover fried chicken from a drive-through chain, loaves of day-old bread from supermarkets, uneaten sandwiches from an industrial catering company.

SOME grew into a halfway house and counseling center for recovering alcoholics, and debts mounted as it began trying to accommodate more people off the street. Meanwhile, she said, dozens of requests for city funding went nowhere. She had to “beg” to get money to cover expenses. “Everybody claims to be so interested in poverty,” she told The Post at the time, “but it’s just words, words, words.”

One imperative stuck out: the streams of women who kept showing up at SOME with nowhere else to turn.

She persuaded the SOME board to open Shalom House, a shelter that at first had room for about eight homeless women. Two hundred appeared the opening week in 1973, she recalled. Three years later, Dr. Maz began the House of Ruth as a shelter for abused women. Many women were referred by social service organizations or dropped off by police.

Dr. Maz said still others tried to reach out for help themselves, desperate to escape violent husbands and boyfriends. She recounted the calls that came with harrowing regularity from women who struggled over the phone to provide their address before screaming as the lines went dead.

“Men can always find a place,” Dr. Maz told the Los Angeles Times in 1976. “Gospel missions, the Salvation Army — they are all geared to men, with only a few beds for women. Everyone assumes that women are taken care of but it just isn’t true. There are hundreds of homeless women who don’t have one person who cares. They are friendless. They have

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no one. And they need someone. We are trying to be that someone.” House of Ruth has since expanded into a network of shelters and rehabilitation centers for homeless and battered women.

Dr. Maz’s next project, Martha’s Table, was focused on the city’s most vulnerable children — hungry and neglected and often left to fend for themselves on streets cluttered with prostitutes and drug dealers.

An outgrowth of Martha’s Table was a mobile soup kitchen she called “McKenna’s Wagon” after her late mentor at St. Aloysius. Martha’s Table, which Dr. Maz left in 1987 as president, now serves 200 children a day.

“The common theme of all her work was that the safety net wasn’t working for people,” said Patty Stonesifer, president and chief executive of Martha’s Table and a past co-chair and chief executive of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. She added that the District still has 30,000 children who do not have adequate access to healthful food.

“Whether it was hunger, or getting away from abuse, or whether it was a way to serve children whose parents were not prepared to provide the quality of care the children needed, her sense was there’s no sense of the least among us,” Stonesifer added. “If you’d do it for your next-door neighbors, you must do it for all. That sense permeated all she did.”

Veronica Sophie Maz was born Oct. 15, 1924, in Aliquippa, a town near Pittsburgh, where her parents owned a bar. She was a 1947 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, where she also received a doctorate in sociology in 1953. She taught at Lake Erie College for Women in Painesville, Ohio, and Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., before joining the Georgetown faculty in the mid-1960s.

Dr. Maz died at a hospital in Beaver, Pa., of kidney ailments and complications from a broken hip, said a niece, Barbara Dzumba. Her aunt moved to Center Township, Pa., from Washington within the past few years. Survivors include a sister.

When Dr. Maz first opened So Others Might Eat, she said the concept intimidated her. “I knew nothing about soup kitchens,” she recalled. But she knew one thing — she would need soup spoons. She approached a woman in the apartment building across the street.

“I asked her for a spoon and if she would ask her neighbor for one,” she told The Post.

That afternoon, the woman brought over 75 soup spoons, and a movement was born

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Dear Eddie Neal, Congratulations! We are pleased to let you know that you have been approved as an official Certifying Organization for the President's Volunteer Service Award.

The ability to bestow Presidential recognition to your volunteers is a tremendous honor. Recognizing the great work and commitment of your volunteers can deliver a powerful message, one that encourages others to take action.

To get started, follow the simple steps below: •

Create account with your username (president@mulambda.org) by clicking the button below.

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Once you enter your account, please review all of your profile information to confirm everything is accurate and correct. The information provided here will be our primary means of contacting you with important information and updates.

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Once you have confirmed the information in your profile is accurate and up-to-date, you are set to begin recognizing your volunteers!

If you’re looking for more information, click here to download the Participating Organization User Guide, or visit the 'Resources' tab under your profile for this guide that will explain your role and help you get the most out of our website.

We applaud your commitment to volunteer service and are here to help you along the way.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us utilizing the 'Contact Us' link below.

Yours in service, The PVSA support team

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Mu Lambda partners with Washington Redskins, Kaboom, and Hart Middle School Tuesday, September 10th, the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mu Lambda Chapter, Hart Middle School, Washington Redskins, and Kaboom joined together to build an outdoor playground for the students at Hart Middle School. We fixed up the courtyard, assembled tables, painted the lines on the football filed, prepared the shaded area, and performed other duties as assigned.

Please take a moment to review the before and after pictures. Some of you might notice Brothers Garrett Miller and Albert Williams with former Washington Redskin players Josh Morgan and Super Bowl champion Clarence Vaughn.

It was a fun filled day and worthy of Mu Lambda’s support. Hart Middle School on at least three occasions sent their thanks and appreciation to the brothers of Mu Lambda Chapter. Your work in the community does not go unrecognized.

Fraternally, Brother Eddie Neal, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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Sincerely,

You did it!

You didn't have to help build a playground. You could have stayed home and done a million other things. But you chose to volunteer your time and energy for the sake of the kids and the community. Thank you.

Dedicated folks just like you have helped us build thousands of playgrounds over the course of 23 years.

Simply put, we could not continue our work without your support.

Lysa Ratliff

Vice President, KaBOOM!

OUR MISSION KaBOOM! works to bring balanced and active play into the daily lives of all kids, particularly those growing up in poverty in America.

Did you take photos or videos while you were building the playground? When you post them on social media, tag @kaboom and use hashtag #playmatters so we can see them. We will be sharing photos, too! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to see if we snapped a photo of you in action.

Thanks again for your hard work. The kids are going to love their new playground!

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GOTO HIGH SCHOOL, GOTO COLLEGE

Alpha Phi Alpha’s long-standing commitment to advancing educational access and economic equity is well documented and continues through our: “Go to high school, go to college,” “Big Brothers, Big Sisters,” Project Alpha and Onward HBCU Initiative.

This month, our beloved fraternity joined with the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) in a strategic partnership with Denny’s to host a six (6)-city college tour visiting historically Black universities this fall.

Mu Lambda’s John “Tony” Wilson was appointed by General President Ward as the official point of contact (POC) representing Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity at Howard University for the tour. The tour will provide much needed college choice information, positive attention on the highlighted institutions and provide $200,000 in scholarship funds for current high school students.

The NCNW college tour stopped at Howard University on Saturday, September 28 th . Mu Lambda’s “Go to high school, go to college” participants from Ballou High School were in attendance. The young men experience the following: The morning began with an open house program at 9 am where John Dillon, Chief marketing Officer, Denny’s and Tom Joyner had opening remarks.

Denny’s Scholarship check presentation with John Dillon, April Kelly-Drummond, and Tom Joyner.

Break out sessions with Floyd Rance, Co-Founder, Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival covering topics such as “Why Representation Matters,” When They GO Low; We Go Vote,” and “All About the Money.”

The day ended with a Tom Joyner Photo Op with the students and then the Howard University football game at 1:00 pm

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Mu Lambda’s newest partner, September 28th

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AARP Driver Safety Course Hightlights

Mu Lambda Partners with AARP for Smart Driver Course on September 28th The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by the AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers. For more than 30 years, the classroom and online courses have taught millions of drivers proven safety strategies so they can continue driving safely for as long as possible.

The course provides research-based information to help drivers update their driving knowledge and skills. By participating in the course, drivers are taking advantage of an important opportunity to learn how to drive more safely and confidently. In fact, research shows that as a result of completing the course, most people make positive changes to their driving behaviors.

Some of the key topics covered: New Vehicle technologies, changes in roadway signs, proper driving distance, tire safety test, proper distance from the steering wheel, mirror settings, pavement markings, and safe driving practices.

President of the Alpha Wives, AARP, and some of the brothers in attendance

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Adopt-A-Block September 28th Highlights

Thanks to all brothers that stopped by this morning to help with the Adopt-A-Block Clean Up today.

I know we have a lot of events going on today, and this weekend, but we were able to gather 8 brothers to help with efforts to clean and pick up trash in the Bloomingdale neighborhood where the Chapter house stands.

Afterwards we did some landscaping on the Chapter house’s bushes and lawn. We even had 3 Beta Brothers stop by and join in the efforts. We weren’t able to make it to the Anacostia Site today, but we will schedule another Clean Up in the near future.

Thank you again for all those who participated.

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Mu Lambda provides self-defense class at Howard University

On September 10, 2019, Mu Lambda provided a self-defense class to 81 ladies at Howard University.

Brothers Eddie Neal and Derrick Butts led the class for the ladies of the Squad Social Club as part of the chapter’s ongoing community service to combat domestic violence.

The workshop is designed to teach the young ladies the following: • To be aware of their surroundings.

• How to throw a basic punch without injuring their hand.

• How to kick an attacker without injuring their foot.

• How to escape a choke hold.

• How to escape someone grabbing one hand.

• How to escape someone grabbing both hands.

• How to escape someone grabbing their arm.

• How to escape someone grabbing around the neck.

• How to escape a bear hug.

• How to escape someone bigger than them.

• How to immobilize an attacker if necessary.

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Mu Lambda & Beta co-sponsor Sept. 26th, Self-Defense Class at the Mu Lambda Community House

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Mu Lambda’s September 11, 2019, CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS RECEPTION

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The Jewels’ Lounge Mu Lambda Chapter Jewels’ Lounge Welcome to the Jewels’ Lounge where brothers gather, sit amongst the Jewels and reflect upon life in Alpha.

Jewel Callis

Jewel Jones

Jewel Murray

It is a place that allow brothers the opportunity to relax, read The Torch, Sphinx, history book and/or engage in that good ole ALPHA SPIRIT. Brother Silas Woods, III, Historian Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

Jewel Kelley

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BROTHERS LEGAL CORNER Brothers, Last month I presented an article on wills and living trusts – you can go back and read it if you missed it. I discussed the pros of a living trust versus a will. This month I would like to present an alternative from AARP’s perspective.

In addition, I attended General President Ward’s reception during the Congressional Black Caucus weekend. Brother Marc Morial spoke at length about the 2020 census, thus I would like to take the opportunity to address it as well.

The Pros and Cons of Living Trusts. You can use them to avoid probate, but not everyone needs one by Jane Bryant Quinn, AARP, September 10, 2019 You have a will (I hope!), but is that enough?

Would you and your heirs be better off if you created a living trust? These trusts often appear on the menu at free senior seminars, tempting everyone to gobble them up. They can indeed be valuable — for specific financial and personal purposes. But sticking with a will may be better, and cheaper, depending on your state laws and the amount of your assets.

Like wills, living trusts (formally known as revocable trusts) list the people who will receive your property after you die, leaving you free to manage it while you’re alive. Unlike wills, trusts require that you give up direct ownership of that property. Instead, it’s normally transferred, or “retitled,” into the trust. I’ll say more about this process in a minute. First, I’d like to make some general comparisons between wills and trusts.

Living trusts avoid probate, which is often part of their appeal. Probate is the legal process by which a will is accepted as genuine, creditors get paid and heirs receive assets to which they are entitled. With trusts, these functions are handled privately by a trustee. The question for you is whether probate is worth avoiding. Many states have streamlined, simplified procedures for uncontested wills.

They also have low-cost ways to probate modest estates. (The site nolo.com has collected a list of states’ rules; if you live in, say, Ohio, type “avoiding probate in Ohio” in the site’s search box, then scroll down the results to Articles.)

There’s no probate at all for retirement accounts with named beneficiaries, joint accounts with survivorship rights, pay-on-death accounts and life insurance. If these types of assets make up the bulk of your estate, a will works fine.

Trusts are useful, however, in certain situations — for example, if probate is expensive (as it is in states where lawyers charge a percentage of the estate’s assets, rather than flat or hourly fees); if you own property in more than one state (to avoid double probate); or if you have assets that need ongoing management, such as business interests or trading accounts. In many states, living trusts can’t be reached by creditors, says attorney Gerry W. Beyer, a professor of law at Texas Tech University.

With or without a trust, you can name backups to manage your affairs should you become disabled.

If you don’t have a trust, you can give a power of attorney to a person you pick. With a trust, your chosen trustee will act. The transition might go a little more smoothly with a trust, but not necessarily.

Trusts require extra paperwork. You have to transfer all your property into your name as trustee. That includes the deed to your house, your bank and investment accounts (usually excluding tax-deferred retirement accounts), valuable personal property and any new assets you acquire.

You’ll want legal guidance, which raises the cost of a living trust compared with a basic will. If the transfers go wrong, your trust becomes a useless piece of paper. “I’ve seen this happen thousands of times,” Beyer says. continued on next page

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Never buy a living trust form off the rack. Ask an experienced lawyer what it can do and whether you need it at all.

The 2020 census The information above this line was from AARP. From this point on is my personal commentary.

The US will be gearing up for the census starting March 2020. One of the biggest changes is that the census will have an online component.

Historically, older Americans have been more likely to return the census form and be counted.

With all of the reports of computer hacking and electronic voter tampering, Older Americans are less likely to participate with an online component.

How will older Americans get counted if they do not participate online? Between March 12 and 20th, most households will receive a postcard asking them to respond online to the census. I have been told that those who do not respond will then receive the traditional paper form in the mail.

If you still do not respond the Census Bureau will send someone knocking on your door to collect the data. You will also have the option of calling the 1-800 number and providing your response.

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of each person in the home. The relationship of each person to a central person in the home.

I am being told the 2020 census will include a new household relationship category that allow couples living together to identify their relationship as either “same-sex” or “oppositesex.”

Are census responses confidential? Under current law, the Census Bureau is not to share census responses identifying individuals with the public or federal agencies, until 72 years after the information is collected. The Census Bureau can release anonymized information about demographic groups.

The Census Bureau is expected to announce the new population counts by December 31, 2020.

Since the above is my brotherly commentary, please feel free to validate the facts.

Fraternally, Brother Eddie Neal President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

Why should you participate in the 2020 census?

An estimated $880 billions of dollars will be spent based on the 2020 census count. The information is often used to determine the location of new schools, hospitals, and highways.

It will aid federal, state, and local government in distributing benefits for the well-being of children, families, and the elderly.

Federal law mandates participating in the census but the Census Bureau has not traditionally sought to penalize individuals who fail to participate.

The census is also supposed to be used to determine that each community gets the right number of representatives in government.

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THE SECRET TO KEEPING YOUR TEETH There really is no “secret” to keeping your teeth. It is done simply by exercising good oral hygiene and eating a healthy diet. Most individuals who lose their teeth do so mostly as a result of carious destruction of the teeth, in layman terms, they decay and periodontal disease a condition often referred to as pyorrhea. These two diseases contribute to most of the tooth loss that human beings experience. Barring trauma and some systemic diseases tooth loss is usually a result of lack of good oral hygiene.

where dental floss comes in. Tooth brushes cannot clean the surfaces of teeth that are in contact with adjacent teeth as the bristles cannot access those areas. Dental floss, a threadlike substance is used to slide between the teeth and remove adhering food and bacteria. Correct usage of dental floss is essential in achieving good oral hygiene.

The question that remains is why are dental visits necessary if one is doing all of these things? In the mechanics of tooth brushing and flossing, it is most probable that individuals will consistently miss areas on the teeth.

This allows for the colonization of bacteria on the teeth and when left for some time this plaque hardens and becomes affixed to the teeth. Hardened plaque is called calculus. It cannot be removed by a tooth brush or floss and so visits to a dentist are necessary to identify areas missed in cleaning and the removal of the calculus by a dentist or dental hygienist. If this does not occur, the gums become inflamed, may bleed on brushing and the fibers that connect the teeth to the bone may be damaged. The condition tends to invade the tissues beneath the gums, where brushing is impossible, spreading towards the apices or bottoms of the roots, resulting in loosening of the teeth.

When it becomes severe, teeth will be lost as a result of no connection to the underlying bone, a condition found in severe periodontitis.

Both diseases can be significantly reduced by good oral hygiene. Oral hygiene entails mainly the removal of bacterial plaque from the teeth and gums, which is achieved by proper brushing and flossing. There are documented instances in some areas of the world where individuals do not use tooth brushes but eat a more granular and fibrous diet than is consumed in more developed countries and use other means of removing bacterial plaque from the teeth, such as chew sticks.

Chew sticks are twigs from a variety of trees some of which are antiseptic and antibacterial in nature and aid in removing bacteria from the teeth and gums, freshen the breath and even aid in digestive and stomach problems. The key, therefore, is the removal of bacteria from the teeth and gums however it can be achieved. Failure to do a good job in cleaning the mouth may result in gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums or periodontal disease, the destruction of the periodontium, or structures which attach the teeth to the surrounding bone.

Diets rich in carbohydrates tend to facilitate the formation of sugars in the mouth which seem to provide a nidus for plaque formation and adherence to the teeth. More fibrous diets seem to aid in removal of plaque from the teeth resulting in less caries. So what should a resident of developed countries do to enhance the retention of teeth?

First, limit the intake of carbohydrates and sticky sweet foods. Second, thorough daily cleaning of the mouth followed by annual or semi-annual visits to your dentist. There are four areas of teeth that need to be cleaned daily. In the anterior teeth, one needs to clean the front or labial surfaces and the back or lingual surfaces. In the posterior teeth, the biting surfaces or occlusal surfaces must be cleaned. In all teeth, the proximal surfaces or those surface in between teeth must also be cleaned. These are the most difficult surfaces to clean as they generally contact adjacent teeth. The tighter the interproximal contacts, the more difficult the task. This is

In cavities, the bacteria attacks the enamel and erodes it. If the tooth is not treated the decay continues to degrade the tooth, often resulting in a toothache, causing the possible extraction of the tooth.

Finally is it better to use a manual or electric tooth brush?

Generally it does not matter IF the individual thoroughly cleans the mouth but most people give a “lick and a promise,” to cleaning their teeth. In such cases, an electric tooth brush is invaluable. They are usually programmed for two minute brushing; thirty seconds for each of the four quadrants of the mouth. This forces the individual to spend more time, brushing and the rotary movement of the brush heads usual produce more thorough cleaning than most individuals achieve with a manual brush. Flossing is still a necessity no matter which brushing technique is employed.

Remember! Ignore your teeth and they will go away!

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Prostate Health The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland in the male reproductive system that wraps around the urethra. A major function of the prostate gland is to add fluid to semen. The prostate gland starts out small. However, it size doubles during the teenage years and then has a second phase of growth after the age of 25 throughout the remainder of a man’s life.

Prostrate problems in men can be considered benign conditions, ranging from inflammation (prostatitis) or non-cancerous enlargement (BPH), or cancerous.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men after skin cancer.

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percent of men diagnosed with prostate cancer today will be alive in five years. Your treatment decisions will depend largely on what kind of prostate cancer you have and how aggressive it is. Prostate cancer, if it spreads or metastasizes, typically goes to the bones, lungs, or lymph nodes.

Prostate cancer can only be diagnosed with a tissue sample, which is obtained through a biopsy. Once you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, you can learn more about your disease state, including your Gleason Score or grade, which indicates the aggressiveness of the disease, and Stage, which indicates the location of the cancer cells in your body.

This information will help you and your doctor work together to develop the best treatment plan for you.

Many prostate cancer symptoms are very similar to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP), prostatitis, erectile dysfunction, or overactive bladder. These include: • • • • • • • • • •

Prostate Anatomy 1. Benign prostatic hypertrophy/hyperplasia (BPH): an excessively enlarged prostate that is noncancerous. However, BPH can be burdensome and symptomatic as the enlarged prostate can impede urinary flow as its size blocks the urethra.

Symptoms include urinary frequency, urinary hesitancy, urinary incontinence or leakage, frequent nighttime urination, and frequent urinary tract infections.

2. Prostate Cancer: African American men are at an increased risk for developing prostate cancer over white men and other men of color. One in six African American men will develop prostate cancer in his lifetime. Overall, African American men are 1.7 times more likely to be diagnosed with—and 2.3 times more likely to die from—prostate cancer than white men.

Prostate cancer in African American men is usually more aggressive disease and they are also slightly more likely than white men to be diagnosed with advanced disease. When diagnosed at an early stage, it can usually be treated successfully. In fact, almost 100

Strong urge to urinate immediately Frequent nighttime urination Pain and/or burning when urinating Difficulty starting the urinary stream A weak urinary stream once it starts Dribbling after you’re finished Pain in the genital and pelvic area Pain when ejaculating Blood in the urine or semen Frequent urinary tract infections

3. Natural Remedies of Enlarged Prostate (BPH) • Saw Palmetto • Pygeum **lack of supporting research; consult your physician.

4. Fast Facts: • African-American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer more than U.S. men of any other race. .

• Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in African-American men.

• Nearly 97 percent of African-American men diagnosed with prostate cancer in its early stages are still alive five years after diagnosis.

• Exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, and eating a heart healthy diet can help reduce your risk of prostate cancer.

• If someone in your family has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, your risk increases. Make sure you talk to your doctor about your risk and learn about testing.

Sources: www.zerocancer.org Brother Alvin L. Reaves, III

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Ingredients For the marinade • 2½ cm/1in piece fresh ginger, peeled • 2 garlic cloves, peeled • ¼ tsp salt • 1 lime, juice only • ½ tsp ground coriander • ½ tsp chilli powder • ½ tsp ground turmeric • ½ tsp ground cumin • 2 chicken breasts, cut into bitesized pieces • 75ml/2½fl oz plain yoghurt For the curry • 1 tbsp sunflower oil • 1 red onion, peeled and finely sliced • 2 tomatoes, chopped • 1 tbsp tomato purée • 75ml/2½fl oz double cream • 150g/5oz baby spinach leaves To serve small handful fresh coriander leaves, chopped 100g/3½oz basmati rice, rinsed and drained, then cooked according to packet Method 1. For the marinade, finely chop or grate the ginger and garlic.

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Add the chicken to the pan along with the marinade and a splash of water.

Pour in the cream, turn up the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. There should be no pink when you cut into it. If pink, cook for longer.

Add the spinach to the pan and stir until just wilted. Sprinkle over the coriander.

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Mix together buttermilk and baking soda. Add to sweet potato mixture and stir well. Mix in vanilla extract. Pour filling into pastry shell.

Bake in preheated oven for 70 minutes, until set in center.

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1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust 2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Add all ingredients to list

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. Mix together mashed sweet potatoes, butter or margarine, and eggs. In a separate bowl, mix together sugar, flour, and salt.

Mix in spices if desired. Add to sweet potato mixture and stir

It’s nearing the end of Summer and return to work and the beginning of Fall semester. Hopefully, everyone has had a chance to enjoy Summer.

This is the perfect time of year to introduce CYNAR (pronounced CHEE-nar) an herbaceous simple, sophisticate potent potable that marries gin, vermouth and cherries in the Cynartown.

CYNAR doesn’t really taste of artichokes - though artichoke is one ingredient in the overall recipe. It’s flavor profile is from sweet to sharp and citrusy with some vegetal notes.

In this drink it adds a quick spike of flame that mellows after a few seconds.

CYNARTOWN 2 ounces Beefeater London Dry Gin 3/4 ounce Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth 1/2 ounce CYNAR Garnish: Brandied Cherry Stir all ingredients over ice, Then strain into a coupe or cocktail glass.

Garnish with the brandied Cherry.

Enjoy Brothers, Brother Drew Love

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District of Columbia National Panhellenic Council DC NPHC Meeting was held 7:00pm (Repast began at 6:30pm) at the AKA Xi Omega House, 4411 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20011 • Reference: DC NPHC Meeting Packet Sept. 2019 (Sent to Brothers on 092319) Alpha Chapters present – Mu Lambda, OHL, OLA. Mu Lambda Brothers in attendance – Derrick Butts, Antonio King, and Eric Johnson Frater - Marvin Burton (Phi Beta Sigma) was sworn in as the 1st VP for DC NPHC Financial Sec. Report and Treasury Report - See the Sept.

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Social Media Report - 950 follows.

Eye on 9 Reporter - Send your chapter events from the summer to dcnphcreporter@gmail.com by Nov. 1st.

Historian - Please ask oldest member of your chapter on their recollection of DC NPHC back in the day from 1930 - 1960. Send the information to DC NPHC historian.

Chapter Presidents present – Iota, Kappa Alpha Psi, and AKA. Webmaster - She will begin updating the website and making it more functional.

• Delegate Orientation will be scheduled within the next month an email will be sent out with a date.

The December meeting will be moved up to the 3rd Tuesday.

Community Events - Oct. 5th Feed the Hood (Flier will be sent out). There will be a gathering drive to be announced next month.

Committee Reports 1st VP - Will bring back Chapter of the year award for 2020.

Points will be given based on assisting DC NPHC, Social events and supporting others chapters on their own. Use #strongerasone for social events. For services projected - #unitedweserve.

Delegates will be eligible for Frater or Sorority of the year.

Thanked those that attended the skating party last week.

Undergrad Relations - Boot camp at UDC - to address brotherhood and sisterhood and hazing. Millennials are not sure what party to vote for. Toy Drive coming soon for CHILDRENS Hospital. Have Services Award for Undergrad chapter. dcnphs2vp@ gmail.com Bylaws and Standings - In Oct., will submit Parliamentarian Fun Fact of Parliamentarian.

Will provide a form on how to create an Amendment. dcnphcparliamentarian@gmail. com Fundraising - Thanked those who supported the skating party on Friday Sept. 20th! Asking for one member from each Divine chapter to support - Fundraising is a team effort. (ACTION) Turkey Bowl Sat., Nov. 30th (Need to Confirm).

Nov. 15th - Social Event. Dec. 12th - Holiday Party. Feb. Event – TBD. April 25th - Step show Car Wash. May 17th - Awards Dinner.

Greek Cookout- on May 30th. dcnphcfundraising@gmail.com Memorials and Amenities - See meeting packet • Scholarship - Need to fill this Chairs vacancy. Undergrad scholarship Award gave one award last year. Need to get them to fill out the application $500 award.

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Audit Report - See packet Economic Development - Need to continue to form partnership.

Sept. 30th Event - in packet. Oct. 2nd Event - in packet Social Action - Successful Voter Registration drive at UDC - 60 new voters today. Capital Area Food Bank. Mental Health Awareness Program New Business - None Announcements • Alphaself-defense for Women at the Mu Lambda House - Oct. 24th at 6:30pm • #Unity PAC Campaign 2020 (See handout.)

• Oct. Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Oct. 17th - Girls Night out • Sept. 26 - OLA - DC Comedy Loft in Dupont Circle - OLA Brother is the Comedian.

• DST - DC HBCU Alliance - Need to get more members • More Fundraising.

• KAP - Caribbean Social Event Nov. 8th - In Dupont Circle • OLA Film Festival in 2020 • AKA - Men Who Cook 2 Event • Oct 5th - Trinity College • Send all fliers information to DCNPHC1930@gmail.com in Text format ONLY by this Thursday.

• Will begin sending out list-serve emails bi-weekly.

• Support Black Business - Sept.

29th at at Deal MS • Alpha Sigma - Oct. 12th - 100th Anniversary Event - Grand Hyatt in DC - $150/Ticket • Zeta Centennial is in 2020.

• Nov. 26th - Safeway Feast of Sharing • Help feed the seniors • Oct. 27 - National Panhellenic Leadership Council in Memphis, TN Next Meeting - Oct. 22 at the Mu Lambda House.

Bro. Derrick A. Butts DC NPHC Delegate Alpha Phi Alpha - Mu Lambda

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A History Lesson with Our National Historian Dr. Robert L. Harris, Jr.

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Welcome back to the house Brothers Aaron Cheese and Brother Sean Jones

Introductions of visiting brothers

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Brother Ryle Bell’s Wedding Annivarsary Highlights

September 14, 2019

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Brother John Barnett in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

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Alpha Phi Alpha General President’s Congressional Black Caucus Reception On Thursday, September 12th, the brothers of Mu Lambda joined General President Dr. Everett B. Ward, the board of directors, and Alpha’s Advocacy partners National Urban League, NAACP, and the Hip Hop Caucus in honoring Alpha Members of Congress (Robert C. “Bobby” Scott – Virginia, Danny Davis – Illinois, Gregory Meeks – New York, David Scott – Georgia, Emmanuel Cleaver – Missouri, Al Green – Texas, and Steven Horsford – Nevada) at the Conrad Hotel.

General President Ward asks that the brothers get involved in the census to ensure every one is counted and equally as important, make sure we get people registered to vote.

Fraternally, Brother Eddie Neal, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter

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Where do I start? don’t know where to begin when it comes to wanting to explore another country through an educational route?

How many college students of color know the path to becoming globally aware beyond the United States? And then how many know how to fund those opportunities, what the educational, career, and personal benefits are? Who to contact? What website to pore over?

What questions to ask those who have attended such programs? And on top of that, I found out many times the decision for studying abroad or working abroad is a family decision so then that person has to help their family members understand and possibly be comfortable with their decision to leave the United States.

Guest post by Brother Byron L. Williams, International Affairs Professional English as my mother tongue. Spanish when I was in my teens. Sesotho (native language from the African country of Lesotho) when I was in my early 20s. Ukrainian (one of the native languages from the European nation of Ukraine) when I was in my early 30s. These are all the languages I have learned in my life. What’s more important is: 1) why I chose to learn another language, 2) how it was made accessible to me, and 3) why language has played a key role in my personal and professional life.

Since attending my Las Vegas high school that was predominantly African American and Latino I had wanted to participate in a foreign exchange program to improve my Spanish. I told myself I was too busy grades 10 through 12 so it didn’t happen. Immediately after starting university I jumped into activities oncampus so it didn’t happen all the while still yearning to study abroad. I told myself, ‘that I was too tied to my organizations and clubs to break away from my scholarly duties and commitments’ in my secondary AND higher education experiences. In earnest, at both stages I didn’t know where to start since, while I was in high school and college, I didn’t have any friends who studied abroad or were excited about learning languages with the equivalent fervor.

My love of language has been as much about culture as it has been about access to culture since I started learning Spanish in 10th grade. Language has been my window into culture and this insight has set my personal and professional journey into international relations, foreign affairs, and most recently national security.

Because of that, I decided to create my ultimate grad school project around early exposure of international affairs opportunities (ranging from middle school to mid career professional) in communities of color. Perhaps if I would have known about the likes of Institute of International Education, Cultural Vistas, Council on Foreign Relations, or even made better use of my career services office in undergrad to point me in the right direction I would have studied abroad or determined my true career path much earlier.

What has intrigued me is by accessing language at an earlier age it made me much more aware of my surroundings beyond my immediate community and in addition, a culturally competent global citizen. In writing this I have discovered my current career path has been more about me asking questions and thinking critically instead of starting with the answer. I decided on my capstone focus because I’ve spoken to so many people and families of color who want to know about my experiences abroad as an: 1) African American in Africa and Europe, 2) African American male, 3) a person of color, 4) a mid-career person of color, 5) a young person of color, 6) a person of color from Las Vegas, 7) a person of color with no one else in my family having taken this journey before me, and more.

My research for my capstone also spurred me to learn more about the intertwining and dependent results of language acquisition such as: 1) the disparity of language immersion programs in communities of color, and also 2) the sociological weaving that can affect such things as poverty, health, career trajectory, upward mobility, codeswitching, cultural competence, workforce development, and public health.

Throughout it all my passion for language, culture, foreign policy, and increasing access to these resources has always been ever-present in all that I’ve accomplished and how I want to contribute to stoking the interest of more people to consider viable career in international and foreign service.

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AKSTAR APPAREL STORE NEW WEBSITE!!!! SHOP ONLINE TODAY

WWW.AKSTARAPPAREL.COM

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Mu Lambda Brother Rawn James, Jr. A graduate of Yale University and Duke University School of Law, Rawn James, Jr. has practiced law for over a decade in Washington, D.C, where he lives with his wife and their two sons.

Learn more at www.rawnjames.com

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Realtor - D.C. & Maryland

EXIT First Realty 2139 Espey Court, Suite 1, Crofton, MD 21114 Bus: 301-352-8100 | Fax: 301-352-0700 | Cell: 202-210-1539 Email: aaaaAAwilliams@exitfirst.com

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Please Contact Brother Matt Aaron for Your Financial Planning Needs Matt Aaron, CFP® Aaron Financial 908-548-2745 Matthew.aaron.jr@nm.com Website: Aaronfinancial.nm.com

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Matt holds a BBA from Howard University and has earned both a certificate in financial planning from Georgetown University and the prestigious CFP ® designation. Matt is a national spokesperson for the Certified Financial Planning Board.

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Message from the Editor Greetings Brother, I hope this message finds each of you in that ALPHA SPIRIT and Good health!

Happy Chartering Day Mu Lambda! The 111th Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Let us celebrate this 96th year of “ALPHA MAGIC” by participating in this years charter day celebration. The year is nearing, and we have accomplished so much and affected the lives of so many. May we continue to hold the light high and move Alpha forward into highths beyond what we can imagine.

If you are a brother looking to plant some seeds into a committee, join one now. If you have an idea, give this house a chance to hear it. If you need more brotherhood, give it, and I believe it will be given to you. I want to speak continued excellence into my chapter, Exceptional brotherhood among my brothers and ask each of you to find the steward within yourselves and be of service no matter who comes or don’t show.

BRO. KENNETH A. WILLIAMS EDITOR OF THE TORCH torch@mulambda.org

Remember, the difference in the world starts with one... BE THAT ONE!

ALPHA QUOTE TO SERVE BY...

“THINK Alpha Phi Alpha, TALK Alpha Phi Alpha, PROMOTE Alpha Phi Alpha, and LABOR for the broad principles of idealism for which Alpha Phi Alpha was created, so that humanity shall look on us as a body worthwhile.”

Brother Henry L. Dickason, 6th General President

Congratulation to Brother Eddie Neal, Garrett Miller and Mikael LaRoche on receiving the The TORCH Editors Award for their contribution to The TORCH Newsletter.

GOOD WILL IS THE MONARCH OF THIS HOUSE COMMITTEES SHOULD SUBMIT ALL ARTICLES AND PICTURES TO THE TORCH EDITOR 5 DAYS AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF YOUR EVENT. BROTHERS SUBMITTING ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS SHOULD SUBMIT EVERYTHING BETWEEN THE 15TH AND 31ST OF THE MONTH. ARTICLES MUST BE SUBMITTED IN A WORD DOCUMENT FORMAT. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ARTICLES SUBMITTED ARE SUBJECT TO EDITING BY THE EDITOR. PLEASE ADHERE TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT YOUR INFORMATION TO TORCH@MULAMBDA.ORG

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Esprit de Fraternite Brothers, It is that time of year again.

The fraternity’s fraternal year runs January 1st to December 31st.

Mu Lambda’s 2019-2020 fraternal year runs September 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020. The chapter does not meet during July and August.

Your 2018-2019 payment covers you from January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019.

It is now time to pay your 2019-2020 dues which will cover you from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020.

You chapter dues and grand tax, if you are not a life member, are due before November 15, 2019, or a late fee will be applied.

Ways to make payment: 1. You can pay your dues on mulambda.org by clicking the dues tab at the bottom left of every web page.

2. Bring a check to the chapter meeting.

3. Mail it to: Financial Team Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter 2405 First Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 4. Payment arrangements are acceptable but all payments must be concluded no later than November 15, 2019.

Alpha

is a life long commitment

An Alpha Phi Alpha man’s attitude should not be “how much can I derive from the Fraternity” but “how much can I do for the Fraternity?” In proportion to what he does for his Chapter and for Alpha Phi Alpha will a member receive lasting benefits from the Fraternity to himself in the way of self-development by duty well done, and the respect of the Brothers well served.

A member’s duties should be: 1. Prompt payment of all financial obligations, the prime requisite for successful fraternal life.

2. The doing of good scholastic work in his chosen vocation, thereby accomplishing the real end of a college course.

3. The reasonable endeavor to participate in general college activities and social service and to excel therein.

4. The proper consideration of all things with appropriate attention to the high moral standard of Alpha Phi Alpha.

Rest if you must, but don’t you quit.