“A LEGACY OF ACHIEVEMENT- KEEPING THE DREAM
Saturday, January Twenty Fifth, Two Thousand and Twenty-Five 7:00 pm
Midwestern State University ~ Commanche Suites
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Sponsor Inside Cover
January 25, 2025
It is with immense joy and pride that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Omicron Epsilon Omega Chapter on the momentous occasion of your Biennial Beautillion. This year’s theme, “A Legacy of Achievement, Keeping the Dream Alive!” embodies the spirit of the “vision fair” created by our Founders and reinforces our collective responsibility to continue Soaring to Greater Heights of Service and Sisterhood.
It is truly commendable to witness your dedication to empowering young men The extensive program you have cultivated including leadership and etiquette training, HBCU awareness, financial planning, and community service reflects your chapter’s commitment to preparing future generations for success.
Your chapter’s significant investment in the next generation, as evidenced by the more than $70,000 in scholarships awarded in recent years, is a testament to your unwavering mission to uplift our communities and keep the dream alive. This extraordinary commitment not only equips these young men with tools for personal and professional success but also instills in them a sense of pride in their heritage and a responsibility to contribute positively to the world.
Please extend my congratulations to Beaus Knowledge Eiland-Maclin and Thomas Genewick for their dedication and perseverance throughout this transformative program. May they continue to carry forward the legacy of achievement that your chapter so beautifully represents.
Thank you, Chairman Nefer Mc Intyre-Mason, for your leadership and vision, which ensure that the Beautillion continues to make a lasting impact. Once again, a resounding congratulations to the Omicron Epsilon Omega Chapter on this magnificent occasion!
With sisterly love and admiration,
Shawn Emerson Simmons, PhD South Central Regional Director Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
PRESIDENT GREETINGS
Greetings,
It is my pleasure to welcome you on behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® - Omicron Epsilon Omega Chapter to our 18th Biennial Beautillion. This event is the culmination of several months of planning by the committee and preparation by the Beaux. We are excited and grateful that you are joining us this evening for what promises to be an unforgettable event.
One of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® mission is to be of “Service to All Mankind” and the ladies of Omicron Epsilon Omega certainly upholds this tradition. Over the past 40 years, the ladies of Omicron Epsilon Omega have been providing service to the Wichita Falls community. The Beautillion is one of our signature programs where we celebrate the achievement of young, African American men. Over the past several years, our chapter has awarded over $70,000 in scholarships to our young men in keeping their dream alive and we look forward to doing this for many more years to come.
The theme for Omicron Epsilon Omega’s 18th Biennial Beautillion is “A Legacy of Achievement, Keeping the Dream Alive!” Our Beautillion program is preceded by several months of educational sessions designed to cultivate leadership, cultural pride and character and positive self-esteem. Some of the activities we have completed during this program are: leadership and etiquette training, HBCU awareness and pride, mental health awareness, financial and future career planning. As a community service activity, we collected canned goods to donate to the Blessing Box and Natural Grocers and coats, blankets and winter gear to donate to Faith Mission. Our chapter is thrilled to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of our Beaux.
We extend our sincere appreciation to families, friends, sponsors and donors who have supported our young men who are being presented during this Beautillion. Special mention goes out to Midwestern State University and Nothing Bundt Cakes for their generous sponsorship. A huge thank you goes out to the presenters of our activities. Gratitude is extended to our Beautillion committee who have spent endless hours making this event memorable for both the participants and the attendees. Pinkies in the air for a job well done Ladies!
Congratulations to these outstanding young men, Thomas Genewick and Knowledge Eiland- Maclin, and thanks again to all who have joined us this evening of celebration and recognition. Your investment into supporting this program is to be commended.
OMICRON EPSILON OMEGA
Candace Bird*
Madelyn Cole*
Sydney Ellis
Rae Lynn Flanigan
Rosie Flanigan
Jodi Mayberry
Shunta McFadden
Nefer McIntyre Mason
Audrey Maclin
Tiffany Morrison
Brianna Garcia -Flanigan
Kennisha Johns
Nikkia Hagley*
Cynthia Hoskins*
Christal Johnson
Margaret Jones
Maxine Fields
Angie Newton
Tikisha Newton*
Shana Polk
Wendy Randall Gay*
Jo Ann Robinson*
Gwendolyn Smith*
Shamekia Smith
Diann Taylor
Monica Thompson
Tawanna Tran
Deborah Ward*
Andrea Williams
April Williams*
Renee Williams
*not pictured
BEAUTILLION COMMITTEE MEMBERS
CANDY BIRD
SYDNEY
ELLIS
SHUNTA MC FADDEN
RAE LYNN FLANIGAN
ROSIE FLANIGAN
MARGARET
JONES
AUDREY MACLIN
GINGER MARTIN
NEFER
MCINTYRE MASON (CHAIRMAN)
TIFFANY MORRISON
ANGIE NEWTON
SHANA POLK
GWEN SMITH
SHAMEKIA
SMITH
DIANN
TAYLOR
ANDREA WILLIAMS
RENÉE
WILLIAMS
H O M A S G E N E W I C K
BEAU
BEAU
Beau Name: Knowledge Eiland-Maclin
Parents Name of Beau: Amber Bell
School: Texas Connections Academy
Community Involvement: Community Service at All Hands
Future Plans: He would like to attend Vernon College to get a culinary arts degree.
Honors: Art award from his school
Belle Name:
Parents of Belle:
School:
K N O W L E D G E E I L A N DM A C L I N
A Special Thanks is in Order
Blicks Enterprises
Midwestern State University
Nothing Bundt Cakes
The Orchard Catering
Dr. Candace Bird
Rae Lynn Flanigan
Rosie Flanigan
Will Green
Troy Griggs
Dr. Cynthia Hoskins
Audrey Maclin
Shunta Mc Fadden
Nefer Mc Intyre-Mason
Aundrey Potter
Dr. Keith Scruggs
Dano Smith
Michael Sturdivant
Osiris Wade
Patron List Ivy
DeMarcus Goree - Congratulations and all the Best
Dr. Rebecca Herrera - Congratulations and all the Best
Evelyn Holmes - Congratulations to the Beaux of 2025
Rev. John Woods, Jr. - Congratulations to the Beaux of 2025
Patron List Tea Rose
Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Barnett, Jr - Continue your journey on the wonderful path.
Christopher Dunn - Praying for continued success
Venson & Maxine Fields - Congratulations to the Beaux of 2025
Tayo Osiyem - Congratulations and all the Best
Roderic Randall - Be proud and continue the good work
Electra Taylor - Keeping putting God first
Patron List Pearls
Boys and Girls Club Board and Staff
Valeria Phillips
Patron List Golden
Congratulations from Nelson Lodge
Patron List Platinum
Congratulations to the 2024-25 Beaux
Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls Kiwanis Club
Back Cover Platinum -Kiwanis
