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January 2.005
Message from the President
Brother Edwin F. Norwood, III
'A New Year’s Message'
Ihope the holiday season has been full of memories with family and friends. When we meet as abrotherhood again, it will be anew year that is full of promise and opportunities. The past year has been atime of achievement and progress for the chapter. Working together, brothers in Mu Lambda chapter have made a direct Impact on the citizens and communities across the Washington D.C. metro area. In the New Year, we will build on these successes, embracing the challenges and opportunities ahead.
The year, 2004, ended with adebate from two brothers vying to lead the Eastern Region. Mu Lambda hosted one of the first Eastern Region Vice President’s Debates during its December chapter meeting. The success of this event was led and moderated by Brother Lamar Arnold. This debate provided brothers with the opportunity to Interact directly with the future leaders of the Eastern Region. Other successes In 2004 include providing many scholarships to DC high school seniors, leading avoter registration drive that Introduced Washington D.C. citizens to the power of the vote, leading Project Alpha programs at Washington D.C. middles schools to teach young men about the consequences of sexual activity from amale perspective, donating over $6,000 to the MLK Memorial, implementing the fraternity’s Go To High School, Go to College program via a successful 9*^ Annual Beautillion Program, hosting a successful Black and Gold Scholarship Gala to raise scholarship money for the Mu Lambda Foundation,
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Membership News
The Upcoming Beautillion Upcoming Alpha Conventions sponsoring 10 young men to the Eastern Region Leadership Development Institute, and making significant progress on our chapter house. These accomplishments are only afew of our successful programs over the last year.
In 2005, there are many challenges and opportunities facing the chapter. One of our most important programs is the 10‘^ Annual Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion. Brothers, Iknow that you understand the significance of this program to many people in the Washington DC community and across the fraternity. This program has made a visible and direct impact on young men in the Washington D.C. metro area for almost adecade. Mu Lambda’s interaction with over 100 young men has led to scholarships, mentoring relationships (for long after the Beautillion is complete) and the growth of the beaus and the brothers. Every brother needs to find away to support this program. Brothers can serve as mentors to these young men; brothers can take out an ad in the souvenir journal; and brothers can help the Beautillion committee by identifying corporate sponsors to contribute to the Beautillion. Every brother should make sure to get tickets for this historical event. The success of this program relies on the support of every Mu Lambda brother. Kudos to Brother Kwame Ulmer and his committee; they continue to work hard to make our 10*^ Annual Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion the highlight of the year.
In the spirit of Brotherhood, Iwish you and your family ahappy and prosperous new year.
Reclamation
Happy New Year!
Brothers for the March 3^'^ Mu Lumbda meeting, there will be athem of “Reclamation and Paraphernalia Night”. Each member that pledged through Mu Lambda is asked to encourage all of his LB'S to return- at least to this meeting. The line with the highest percentage of returning Brothers will be recognized.
Fraternally, LeRoy Lowery
Brothers,
If you know someone interested in becoming a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., they must request an application by January 14th and the application must be submitted by February 4th.
Intake for our Area will begin on February 25th.
Mu Lambda Brothers On The Move
On Friday, December 10*^ 2004 Bowie State University celebrated 50 years of continuous National Council on Accreditation of Teacher
Education (NCATE) &Academic Excellence. NCATE, non-profit and non-governmental organization, more than thirty national associations representing the education profession at large make up the council. NCATE makes adifference in the quality of teacher education preparation for national assessment tests. Dr. Calvin Lowe, the ninth president of Bowie State University named our very own Bro. Dr. Vernon C. Polite as the Founding Dean of the New School of Education. Aprogram and reception was held at Bowie State University with another Mu Lambda Brother as the keynote speaker, Bro. Dr. M. Christopher Brown.
Here's asynopsis of what we have done this year and one critical way you can help. Soliciting Ads for the Souvenir Journal from Family, Friends and Colleagues. Let's Start Now!
ADS! ADS! ADS!
Consider ail of the great activities of the Beautillion this Year!
Program Accomplishments:
*Executed 8workshops
*Recruited 15 Beaux
*Assigned Mentor Teams to each Beau
*Identified Inter-chapter and Pan-Hellenic Liaison :Brother Arthur King
*January Meeting Agenda: Selection of Band and MC short list. Selection of Theme, Solidify Ad Solicitation Plan
*Initiated Brotherhood Campaign of 50,000 with current pledges of 15,000
*Raised 6,000 in corporate donations or corporate pledges
Please begin solicitation of advertisements, the life-blood of the fundraising campaign! Use the form Included on the following pages.
Volunteers Needed
Greetings Brothers!
Ihope that everyone and their love ones had a blessed and safe holiday season! It's time to get back to doing the work of Alpha.
We are still in .need of 3-15 brothers for our mentoring teams. We currently have 3beaux with no mentors.
Iwould like to once again thank the brothers who are playing avital role in our beaux lives. I trust that you all have been in contact with your beaux over the holiday season.
Fraternally,
Brother Sam Armstrong
During the November and December chapter meetings, you were provided convention calls for the 2005 Inauguration and Leadership Summit (in Atlanta on January 7-9), 2005 MAAC Conference (University of Maryland Eastern Shore on February 18-19), and 73rd Eastern Region Convention (Pittsburgh, PA on April 28-May 1).
As areminder, the payment schedule for these conventions are as follows:
2005 Inauguration and Leadership Summit: Alumni Brothers -$195 (before Dec 23) and $275 (after Dec 23)
College Brothers -$150 (before Dec 23) and $230 (after Dec 23)
Ladies -$195 (before Dec 23) and $275 (after Dec 23)
You can register online at http://www.alphaphialpha.net.
2005 MAAC Conference: Alumni Brothers -$55 (before Dec 31) and $65 (after Dec 31)
College Brothers -$35 (before Dec 31) and $45 (after Dec 31)
73rd Eastern Region Convention: Alumni Brothers -$220 for Full Package plus Life Membership Breakfast (must pay before Jan 7for Early Bird Rate) and $200 for Full Package minus Life Membership Breakfast (must pay before Jan 7for Early Bird Rate)
College Brothers -$150 for Full Package (must pay before Jan 7for Early Bird Rate) and $95 for Fraternal Luncheon &College Brothers Luncheon (must pay before Jan 7for Early Bird Rate)
Ladies -$175 (must pay before Jan 7for Early Bird Rate)
-You can register online at httD://www.alDhaeast.com
Annual Mu Lambda Foundation Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala Fact Sheet
The 10* Annual Mu Lambda Foundation Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala provides financial support for programs and community service activities.
Lambda Foundation
Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Saturday, April 23,2005
WHAT: lAVe would like to become abeau sponsor: Beau Name: Inside Cover Ad -$1,000 EVENT:
Agala introducing and honoring the achievements of outstanding African-American male high school students and recognizing community leaders who focus on youth.
Saturday, April 23, 2005
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
WHEN: Reception Program Dinner Social &Dancing
WHERE:
WHY:
GOALS:
9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Washington DC Convention Center
The nurturing of young men is critical to ensuring his success in our society. The Beautilliop program is designed to aid in the transition of high school to college. It is our reverent intent that programs of the Beautillion will leave footprints in the lives of the beaux who participate. Tjie Mu Lambda Foundation, has provided financial incentives to college-bound men for the pasv nine years through this innovative program called the Beautillion.
The goal of the program is to provide individual mentoring and leadership training for its participants through programs, which emphasize scholarship, manly deeds, and love for all mankind. The Mu Lambda Foundation has long been astrong catalyst for social change in our community.
HOW:
Corporate Sponsor (Jewel) -$10,000 includes 1tables for 10, Front or Back Cover, logo on invitation, special recognition at the event, spotlighted in the Sphinx Magazine and Torch Newsletter and banner displayed at event.
Corporate Patron (Gold) -$5,000 includes 1tables for 10, Full-Page Gold ad Souvenir Program Page, logo in invitation, special recognition at the event, spotlighted in our Sphinx Magazine, Torch Newsletter, and banner displayed event.
Corporate Supporter (Black) -$2,500 includes 1table for 10, Full-Page ad Souvenir Program, special program recognition at the event, and special recognition in Torch Newsl^tcter Table -$750 includes (10) tickets
Individual tickets -$75 per person
Mu Lambda Foundation is a501 (c) (3) non-pro/it corporation, and donations are fully tax-deductible as described by law. For ry^ore information on this special event, please contact: Kwame Ulmer at (202) 529-7858 ulmerko@msn.com
Cover Ad -$1,000
Gold Page Ad-$700
Full Page Ad -$300
‘A Page Ad-$200
Vi Page Ad-$100
Vs Page (Business Card) -$30
Patron List-$25
Please list our Name as: (printed on invitation and/or program)
Contact:
Company:
Address:
Phone/Fax/Email:
PleasemakecheckpayabletoMuLambdaFoundationandreturnit,alongwiththisform,inanenvelope to:
.Mu Lambda Foundation
536 Oneida Place, NW Washington, DC 20011
Deadline: March 23,2005
Contact Kwame Ulmer (202)529-7858 iilmerko(a).msn.com or Arthur King or (202) 723-0253 for additional details. Mu Lambda Foundation is a501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. According to IRS regulations, only contributions over the fair market value of the dinner ($50) are tax deductible. Deductions will vary based on the benefits selected. 5
loth Annual Mu Lambda Foundation
Henry Arthur Callis Beautillion and Scholarship Gala Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Saturday, April 23,2005
January Birthdays Passing of Brother George Sealy
Omega Services for Brother Sealy will take place Tuesday January 11th 9:30 am at
lAVe would like to become amember of the following honored group: OJ Cole Jr. 6-Jan
Corporate Sponsor (Jewel) -$10,000 ■ Cover, logo on invitation, special recognition at the event, spotlighted in the Sphinx Magazine and Torch Newsletter and Banner Displayed at Event. Presentation of Scholarship to Beau.
includes (1) tables for 10, Front or Back
includes (1) tables for 10, Full Page Gold
Fred Valentine
Kenneth Caudle
Arthur Nelson Jr
John Eason Jr
Paul Webber III
Christopher Brown II
Takoma Baptist Church 635 Aspen St NW Washington, DC 20011 5-Jan
21-Jan
Corporate Patron (Gold) -$ 5,000 ad, Souvenir Program Page, logo on invitation, special recognition at the event, spotlighted in the Sphinx Magazine and Torch Newsletter. 24-Jan 26-Jan 29-Jan
Corporate Supporter (Black) -S2,500 in Souvenir Program, special program and podium recognition at the event, and special recognition in Torch newsletter.
includes (1) table for 10, Full-Page ad
lAVe cannot attend the gala, but have enclosed agift to Mu Lambda Foundation. These donations are fully tax-deductible. $
Please list our Name as: (printed on invitation and/or program)
Contact:
Phone/Fax/Email:
Please make check payable to Mu Lambda Foundation and return it, along with this form, addressed to the Mu Lambda Foundation, P.O. Box 4582, Washington, DC 20017-4582
Contact Kwame Ulmer (202)529-7858 ulmcrko@.msn.com for additional details. Mu Lambda Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation. According to IRS regulations, only contributions over the fair market value of the dinner ($50) are tax deductible. Deductions will vary based on the benefits selected.
Twiley Barker
James Speight Jr
Horace Dawson Jr
Melvin White 9-Jan
Parking passes for arepass at the MLK Foundation National Headquarters will be available at the Arlington Cememtery. The MLK Headquarters is located at 401 FSt NW. Repass will take place immediately after the burial.
For more Information please contact
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