The Podium - Fall 2023

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of KAPPA KAPPA PSI and TAU BETA SIGMA FALL 2023

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS March 1 • Deadline for TBSigma Awards March 8-10 • Northeast District Convention, Poughkeepsie, NY

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On the Cover: On the cover of this issue is a collection of moments from NatCon 2023 in Orlando, FL. See the photo gallery on pages 18-27 to see it all!

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4 From The Executive Director 20 National Convention Photos 30 National Leadership 46 In Loving Memory 6 Celebrating the Retirement of Director of Bands Mr. Marcellus Brown

Logan Dominguez

8 Delta Psi presents

Kappa Kappa Psi Week 2023 – “PSI UNIVERSITY”

Javari Simmons

10 Honoring our Pillars Kaitlyn Gamory

11 District Day Comes to Columbia Caroline Parry

12 A Century of Boston University Bands Tori Keefauver and Caimren Wagner

14 The Life, Accomplishments and Legacy of Robert W. Smith Wanda F. McElrath-Frazier

16 Story of Organ Donation from Brother to Brother; Teacher to Student April Cummings

20 20 The 2023 National Intercollegiate Band In Review Dr. LaToya A. Webb & Dr. William L. Lake, Jr.

22 National Convention 2023 Photo Gallery 32 The Kappa Kappa Psi Journey Bang Co

34 Vision 2023-2025… Let’s Go! Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher

35 Re-introducing the ‘Strive for Five Initiative’ Dr. Nic Rorrer

36 Membership Corner:

Retention Troubleshooting Leslie Gartin

38 Help Kappa Kappa Psi Recognize Outstanding Junior High and High School Band Members!

Daniel Miller

40 A Journey into Service, Brotherhood and Leadership

Marina Peña Guiot

18 It Feels So Good To be Back!!

Myieka Gray

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FROM THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Greetings from the National Headquarters!

With this issue, we are reminiscing about last summer’s 2023 National Convention and the National Intercollegiate Band. If you were able join us last July in Orlando, I hope you found the convention as enjoyable as I did.

The NIB was outstanding! I’ve been told that it was the best ensemble in several years.

Under the direction of Dr. Rodney Dorsey and featuring a new commissioned work by Dr. Michael Daugherty, I would have to agree. I hope you will listen to the recording and form your own opinion. By the time you receive this issue, the concert recording should be available on the major music platforms.

Most of you will have heard about OPUS by now. This is the new Salesforce-based membership system that was launched this summer. Although it is still being finetuned and having new capabilities added regularly, it has already shown to be a tool that will help the organizations grow the technology needs of a modern organization. I am very grateful to the development team that has worked on this project for over two years.

We were saddened to learn about the unexpected passing of Jean Newman, Past National President of Tau Beta Sigma. We weren’t able to memorialize her in this issue due to time constraints but we will in the Spring 2024 issue. My condolences to all of her friends and Sisters.

In September I celebrated nine years as the National Executive Director. So much has happened during that time; and, both Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma are different organizations than they were in 2014. I think it’s healthy for an organization to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of its members.

I recently informed the National Leadership of my intention to retire from the position of National Executive Director, so this is likely my last time writing to you as the publisher of The Podium. I was initiated into the Alpha Chapter of ΚΚΨ in November 1980. Forty-three years of regular involvement seems to have gone by in the blink of an eye. I am so very grateful for all the Brothers and Sisters that I’ve known over the years.

It has truly been an honor to work with and make music with each one.

All the best to each and every one of you,

Steve Nelson Alpha ΚΚΨ ‘80 / Alpha ΤΒΣ ‘87

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EXPANSION& MEMBERSHIP

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Kappa Kappa Psi welcomes back

Iota Theta Morehouse College Atlanta, Georgia

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Student NEWS

Celebrating the Retirement of Director of Bands Mr. Marcellus Brown

by Logan Dominguez Iota Kappa - ΚΚΨ Boise State University Mr. Brown conducting the National Anthem in the Fall of 2019, courtesy of the BTMB social media pages.

Mr. Brown has served Boise State University as the Director of Bands for the last thirty plus years, but all good things must come to an end. Before his last concert, I had the opportunity to interview and talk with Mr. Brown about what his tenure at Boise State meant to him, and how his role in Kappa Kappa Psi has led to impacting numerous Western District Presidents, WD Officers, and being the face of our music department before most of our current active members were even born.

Mr. Brown is a native of the Detroit area of Michigan. He holds a Masters of Music in Trumpet Performance and a Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Michigan (shoutout to our Nu Brothers!).

While he never became a Brother during this time, he told me in our interview that he “always knew that Kappa Kappa Psi had some positive effect on events that were going on.” Mr. Brown never has a day off it seems, and received a call from Chicago State while at Carnegie Hall, where he taught for a few years before another stop at Augustana College before ultimately landing the Director of Bands and Trumpet Professor at Boise State, starting in the Fall of 1989!

Anyone that has had him for ensembles or classes at Boise State knows Mr. Brown expects nothing but your absolute effort. He pushes both of his groups, Symphonic Winds, and the Treasure Valley Concert Band, and anytime that he has stepped on a podium

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for a concert or ensemble rehearsal, Mr. Brown knows exactly what sound he wants.

Sometimes, he would even spend a great deal of time for percussionists changing beaters, moving different snare drums for different sections, or even trying different mallets, needless to say, he knew what he wanted pieces of music to sound like in his head, and he strived to achieve that sound each and every time.

Mr. Marcellus Brown, retiring Director of Bands for Boise State University (permission to use from Mr. Brown).

His legacy and impact can be felt both here, in the Treasure Valley, and beyond.

Symphonic Winds was invited to and performed at the 2011 CBDNA conference in Seattle, as well as the 2015 Annual American Bandmasters Association National Conference, not to mention the numerous state conferences, honor bands, and community performances they have done

over the last thirty years. Additionally, he made a guest appearance on the Opera show due to his humility and doing the right thing, even when no one is looking.

Mr. Brown and others were also able to bring Rosa Parks to Boise, Idaho to hear a piece dedicated to her and help establish a scholarship fund through Boise State University. In the few times he has been honored, he doesn’t take full credit and goes out of his way to thank his colleagues, band members, and truly embodies an ideal honorary Brother of Kappa Kappa Psi. As an honorary member of the Iota Kappa chapter, Mr. Brown helped fill in whatever was needed, from past Western District Conventions to the old District Leadership Conventions to even helping the chapter grow. “Kappa Kappa Psi [on Boise State campus] has been invaluable to the Band program, events we put on for the music department as a whole…an ongoing positive force on helping the department and making music a part of people’s lives in a positive way, both musically and administratively. They [the Iota Kappa Brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi] have been absolutely terrific.”

Before his final concert on April 9th, 2023, the university had a weekend filled with festivities and celebrating the legacy of Mr. Brown. This concert featured both of his groups, as well as an alumni group that featured over 100 past students of his, ranging from current Treasure Valley Band Directors to other collegiate

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(Clockwise from top left) Rosa Parks (left) and Mr. Brown (right) in 1993 where Symphonic Winds performed A Movement for Rosa by Mark Camphouse (b. 1954), used from BSU Archives. Mary Elliott (Left, Western District President, 2022-2023 & 2023-2024) presenting Mr. Brown (right) with a paddle from the Iota Kappa chapter after his final concert conducting Symphonic Winds on April 9th, 2023, photo courtesy of Mary Elliott. Mr. Brown (left) working with Dr. Eric Alexander (right) the Boise State Composition professor for the preparation of the world premiere of Joy and Reflection by Dr. Eric Alexander, courtesy of the Boise State Music Department social media pages. Mr. Brown was honored at his last home Football game with the graduating seniors in the Fall of 2022, courtesy of the BTMB social media pages.

Directors of Bands to a wide variety of past students that are now doing great things. I had the chance to ask him about what might be going through his head during this final concert, and he had this to say:

he conducted the University of Michigan Pep Band and was preparing scores in the back of a plane on the way to his first Rose Bowl.

“In my mind, I want to do the best job on the podium in making music than I have ever done before. That is what is primarily on my mind, but it will be melancholy and difficult because it’s the end.”

He also added that he still wants to be a positive role model for the directors and students in the area. “I have helped shape careers through Symphonic Winds…not just through music, but just as people that know how to be successful through what they have done with [Mr. Brown] in Symphonic Winds.”

Going back to his final concert, the applause was tremendous.

People were moved to tears, the concert itself went on for over two hours and each and every piece was better than the previous one. Everyone’s emotions were high, and it was one of, if not the most well received concert of Mr. Brown’s long tenure at Boise State University. Two pieces made their world premieres, Through an Open Door by Nathan Daughtrey and For Marcellus by William Owens. Mr. Brown was also awarded the Al and Gladys Wright Distinguished Legacy Award from the National Band Association. It was truly a moment in which music charms the soul.

He gave a specific nod to Dr. Joe Tornello, the Director of Athletic Bands at Boise State University and serves as the chapter sponsor for the Iota Kappa chapter. “I couldn’t have had a better colleague,” Mr. Brown said. On a personal note, each year for the past few years, Mr. Brown has guest conducted the Blue Thunder Marching Band and knows exactly what he wants from the Drum Major podium. I even joked with him that during this past season, I told one of my fellow section mates that he would say a specific thing, so adjust your playing now before we rehearsed the Star-Spangled Banner. The best part about that story, is Mr. Brown did exactly that in the Fall of 2022, he told BTMB exactly what he wanted, just like all those years ago when

His final thoughts to the national organization and Brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi as whole are as follows: “Follow your dreams; be honest with yourself in your evaluations; seek out the help of others; and be kind.” He also added he would like these thoughts to be added, “We are at a challenging place in the world and certainly in music education/bands. We have to reach out and open doors and look at places where we may not have traditionally done that, to be open to new ideas and welcoming the world that is operating around us…but don’t lose sight of quality, humanity, and of striving for excellence.”

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Student NEWS

Delta Psi presents Kappa Kappa Psi Week 2023 – “PSI UNIVERSITY”

by Javari Simmons Delta Psi - ΚΚΨ Prairie View A&M University

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his spring, Brothers of the Delta Psi chapter at Prairie View A&M University had a fun filled and productive weekend attending Southwest District Convention in Lafayette, Louisiana. That Sunday, the exhausted brothers took the 4-hour drive home to PVAMU knowing the clock was ticking. April 17th marked the date that KKΨ was initially chartered on the campus of Prairie View, and this week the chapter planned to host a week full of events in celebration of the 57th anniversary of Delta Psi at our school. The plans were laid out, but the tension was also in the air to execute and make everything a success. That evening, we sang around our plot and fraternity tree on campus in celebration of Delta Psi’s birthday, eager for how tomorrow would go.

The chosen theme of the week of events was “PSI UNIVERSITY.” Each day we would try to coordinate the event title with our theme and hopefully build interest throughout the week. The first event in the line up was “PSI ACADEMICS!” The brothers hosted a study hall in the university library, offering free refreshments and study assistance for those in attendance. You would think this event would not garner too much interest, since we’re in college and all we do is study! But on the contrary, we had a very good turnout and had a blast conversing with and helping our fellow Panthers complete their assignments. We were off to a great start!

Tuesday’s event was “SEE A BRUH, SNAP A BRUH” the premise of which was that if you encountered a Delta Psi brother on campus anytime during the day, you could make them do a step for you and tag him and the chapter Instagram for a reward later on in the week. This event drew a lot of attention and social media traffic to our page and overall engagement was through the roof! The whole day was filled with our friends and supporters interacting with the brothers and having fun.

Our next event for the week was titled “PIE A PSI AND POPSICLES!” Since we planned to hold the event on Wednesday, brothers made a point to attend the weekly Humpday gathering on campus that we traditionally hold every week at PV where the students come together to vibe and have fun interacting with the Greek letter organizations on campus. It was the perfect chance for Delta Psi to pull up and promote our event and week. Later that day

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we hosted the event, and it exceeded all expectations. The premise of the event was your typical pie event where you pay a small fee to throw a pie (paper plate with whip cream) in the face of the member of your choice. We also sold popsicles to combat the heat! The band showed up in full force to enact their revenge on their favorite (or least favorite) brother! Suffice it to say, this was a remarkably successful fundraiser for the chapter. We hosted the gathering outside of our music building, and we had so many people come out to support it almost felt like a block party!

The following day we scheduled “No KKlass,” to give the brothers a break and build anticipation on campus. Things for Psi week seemed to be going well, almost too well… Friday’s planned event was a car

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wash. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans and we had to cancel due to rain. Our band may be called the Marching STORM, but its members are still subject to the elements! The pressure was on to deliver one final day and end our fraternity week with a bang.

The day arrived. Saturday we hosted the long awaited “PSI-NIC!” It was a day filled with music, food, field games, and fun. We set up a volleyball net near the band practice field, and hosted other games including football, Jenga, horseshoes, badminton, tug-ofwar, and a vicious water balloon fight to cap off the evening. The alumni brothers of Delta Psi arrived in full force as well to support and celebrate our chapter anniversary. We made a large profit off of barbecue plates and refreshments. Campus attendance and participation marked the event as an utter success.

So, it was mission accomplished. We hosted our first successful Kappa Kappa Psi week on campus since before COVID lockdown.

The bar has definitely been set for our future events, no doubt due to the amazing graphics and flyers, creativity in event planning, and all of the hardworking brothers who sacrificed their time each day to make everything happen. At the end of it all, the week of April 17, 2023, brought our chapter closer together. It proved that we could engage the campus community and provide a pleasant and helpful social experience for our fellow band members. We’ll keep striving for better, and next year will undoubtedly be one for the books! AEA

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Student NEWS

Honoring our Pillars

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by Kaitlyn Gamory Eta Sigma - ΚΚΨ University of Central Florida

usicianship, Leadership, Service, Brotherhood: these are the four pillars that unite our great fraternity. During the 2022-23 academic year, Eta Sigma implemented monthly chapter meetings to honor these foundations and found a new way to strengthen our bond as Brothers. Our Pillar Chapters, hosted once per month, incorporated a wide variety of entertaining activities dedicated to one or more of our fraternity’s pillars. Separated from our normal chapter business, these meetings brought the Brotherhood closer together through unique and engaging workshops.

Music History Presentations were a staple of our Pillar Chapters.

These 15 minute presentations were hosted by our Lyre Guard, Aubrey Jean Hollingsworth, and were aimed at teaching the Brothers about various genres of music. Throughout all of the presentations, we had the pleasure of expanding our knowledge on barbershop quartets, disco, the Romantic era of music, alternative/ indie rock, and more. As a typical introduction, we would listen to a 3-4 minute music clip as a group. Focusing on Musicianship, we were able to remain actively engaged by taking the time to analyze harmonies, pick out dynamic techniques, and just enjoy the music.

It was a great time to learn more about the greatest art of all and the contributions it offers to different groups of people while also bonding over our love of music.

Another notable activity our chapter participated in was an origami session led by our Corresponding Secretary, Taylor Cook, to honor the pillar of Brotherhood. Our chapter made personalized, multi-colored origami hearts to send to our Big Brother chapter, Alpha Eta at the University of Florida. Each Brother had a wonderful time making multiple hearts, covering them with kind messages or quirky questions. As a chapter, we previously stayed connected with our Big Brother chapter through a digital outreach postcard sent back and forth, but this was a new opportunity to give our Brothers a physical memento. With regards to hosting this activity, Cook

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states “I was wanting to have a way for brothers to write messages to Alpha Eta, but by going beyond just giving them sticky notes and saying ‘write a cute message.’ A friend of mine gave me some origami hearts a while ago and that is what struck my inspiration.

She taught me how to do it and I remember it was such a fun time, so I wanted the brothers to have something like that too.” Sending some brotherly love to Gainesville was a wonderful way to express our sense of Brotherhood and put our artistic abilities to work.

To highlight leadership, our President, Rachel Christie, led an interactive leadership activity about working in groups to create a product. This workshop was fittingly modeled after the television show, Shark Tank. Randomized groups of Brothers were tasked with creating an imaginary product to help with service to the bands. Our chapter got very creative in proposing fantastical inventions, which ranged from magical energy supplements to an automatic field liner with super speed. Each group then presented these products to a panel of judges to negotiate an investment.

Throughout the entire activity, valuable lessons on communication, public speaking, and decision-making were shared amongst the chapter. This workshop bolstered our creative thinking skills in tandem with our leadership skills and made for a helpful and repeatable resource.

Eta Sigma has found fresh ways to keep our necessary pillars at the front of our minds for the duration of both fall and spring semesters. These original workshop techniques benefit off of active listening, meaningful connection, and productive collaboration to best honor our fraternity’s highest principles. Our Brothers look forward to exploring alternative ways to further our chapter and incorporate our fraternity’s pillars on a regular basis.

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District Day Comes to Columbia

by Caroline Parry Eta Upsilon - ΚΚΨ University of Missouri

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he Eta Upsilon Chapter located in Columbia, Missouri, is a part of the Midwest District of Kappa Kappa Psi. Our chapter held our first ever district day on March 4th in hopes to make better connections with chapters in our district and with the Midwest District executive team.

The day was full of activities set to learn more about the Midwest District and positions, how other chapters run, the unique parts of our chapter and brotherhood bonding. This event took time to plan out with multiple meetings with our District President, Vice President and Treasurer to make sure the day would be a success.

Many members of our chapter took part in planning the activities, making gifts for the visiting chapters, and planning a schedule to fit everything in.

In our activities for the day, the President of our District held a session to learn about how to be more involved in the chapter and also ran a superpower session, this helped us to spread ideas about other chapters’ fundraising,

brotherhood, and service. This was a great experience to learn more about how other chapters in our district run and how we can improve our own. We learned more about how to also improve our recruitment and how to add our 4 pillars into requirement week and show what our organization is all about.

During district Day, we wanted to show other chapters what makes Eta Upsilon unique. Our chapter and our sister Tau Beta Sigma Chapter, take care of a drum called, Big MO, which is presented at home football games and State Music Fest. We wanted to show those who attended district day the history and importance of the drum. We also wanted to share how we fundraise for our chapter, where we make fried oreos, so everyone got to enjoy them. Then for our brotherhood bonding activity, we played kickball and listened to each other’s favorite songs and shared all of our chapters Mascots.

We learned so much about our Midwest District and how to improve our chapters brotherhood, fundraising and service. We hope to continue to host District Day and to make more connections within our District.

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Student NEWS

A Century of Boston University Bands

Outfitted in ice cleats, members and alumni deliver a performance 100 years in the making.

By Tori Keefauver and Caimren Wagner Eta Gamma - TBΣ on behalf of TBSigma Eta Gamma and KKPsi Theta Beta

From October 21st - 23rd, 2022, the BU Bands program celebrated its Centennial Anniversary (1920-2020, Postponed by two years due to COVID) with three days packed full of events: a formal dinner with reception, Sunday morning brunch for staff and alumni, an on-ice performance from the Pep Band and Marching Band at a hockey game, fundraisers, and a concert with a reception that featured the BU Concert Band, Jazz Ensembles, Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, and Pep Band. For the Sisters of TBSigma Eta Gamma and the Brothers of KKPsi Theta Beta, the weekend was the culmination of months of hard work and preparation, and was by far the biggest service project our current active members have participated in. In collaboration with our Director of Bands, Assistant Director of Bands, and student leadership, we made possible the biggest alumni celebration in BU Bands history.

On Friday, the Centennial Celebration kicked off with a BU Men’s Ice Hockey game against the University of Connecticut. With 120 Pep Band members filling the stands, the band lit up the arena with electric pep tunes. Our Brothers and Sisters completed their typical game day service tasks. The Sisters hung up the “Goalie/Sieve” sign, which faces the student section at every game and switches each period to say “Sieve” above the head of the opposing team’s goal tender. Every game, they also provide spirit paint for members of the pep band as they take attendance, drawing paw prints, hearts,

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and writing “Go BU!” on the cheeks and foreheads of band members in our school colors, Scarlett and White. The Brothers set up drum sets at the top of the stands for rhythm section members, and maintained the tradition of Kaptain Kowbell and Psikick, where two members of KKPsi descend the stairs in hockey masks and capes to play the “Go BU!” chant on the cowbell in the third period. As per tradition, the identities of Kaptain Kowbell and Psikick are kept secret. In celebration of the BU Bands Centennial, the Pep Band, Marching Band, and Color Guard, along with alumni members of the ensembles, performed Centerfold and Eat ‘Em Up on the ice. In preparation for the performance, Sisters fitted members for ice cleats and distributed them for use, and Brothers loaded Front Ensemble and Rhythm Section equipment onto rental trucks and transported them to the stadium. As well, the joint chapters loaned out BU Pep Band polos and equipment to allow alumni to participate in the ice show performance.

Saturday Oct. 22nd was the busiest day of our celebratory weekend.

Our service started off bright and early with our truck drivers, two brothers and two sisters, unloading the percussion equipment into our performance space. We then spent the morning rehearsing for each of our different ensembles, with some of our members being involved in as many as three different ensembles! After rehearsals, brothers and sisters began serving as stage crew members for the

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performance. We helped reset the stage between groups, and assisted with backstage needs including uniform changes and technology troubleshooting.

At the conclusion of the concert, we were treated to a reception where current students could socialize with alumni. During this time, we also held a very successful fundraiser where we sold retired BU Bands Jackets, and raised $625 jointly! Additionally, one of our favorite parts of the weekend was being able to speak to alumni of the Brothers and Sisters. We were even able to take group photos with our founding members!

Later Saturday evening, a formal dinner and reception was held to celebrate the history of our band program. Eta Gamma and Theta Beta were featured with history table presentations and speeches given by leaders of our organizations. Each chapter’s history table demonstrated the growth of our organizations over the past 38 years and highlighted our many accomplishments.

Our final day of celebrations involved a brunch in the band room, where members old and new could toast to the memories that they had made in their time at BU Bands. Eta Gamma and Theta Beta played a large role in preparing for this celebration. Our service included making decorations, ordering table runners, setting up the room, moving supplies across campus, and creating centerpiece displays for each of the tables. The centerpieces were the most notable of our accomplishments, as they were custom made utilizing the sheet music of the piece “Centennium”, written

by Brian Balmages, which had been commissioned by BU Bands for our Centennial and had received its world premiere a day prior on Saturday, October 22nd. Additionally, both chapters worked together jointly to collect and frame the past 50 years of marching band show shirts to be displayed throughout the weekend. The framed shirts were brought to the band room and notably displayed during the brunch.

The identities of Kaptain Kowbell and Psikick are a closely guarded secret.

Each chapter’s history table demonstrated the growth of our organizations over the past 38 years and highlighted our many accomplishments.

Overall, our chapters were able to serve our Bands Program to help create a successful weekend of gratitude, musicianship, and celebration of our amazing BU Bands community. We are proud to serve a band program that has so much to offer, and even more proud to play a part in celebrating our rich history. To borrow words of narration from the BU Marching Band 2022 Field Show, “We chose to forge ahead, to push through, to prevail. A torch carried for 100 years, since the beginning, and From Now On.”

Congratulations BU Bands!

Group photo of attendees from KKPsi Theta Beta chapter.

The anniversary concert featured many brothers and sisters playing with multiple ensembles as well as serving as stage crew members for the performance.

Group photo of attendees from TBSigma Eta Gamma chapter.

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The Life, Accomplishments and Legacy of Robert W. Smith

By Wanda F. McElrath-Frazier Life Member, TBΣ

It was in a small town during the Fall of the year that Robert William Smith was born to the parentage of Army Sergeant Benjamin Frank and Mrs. Grazia (“Grace”) Smith in Dalevillle, Alabama.

Within a short time, Robert Smith began trumpet lessons with Don Tillery (Troy State alumni). While at Daleville High School, Robert was inspired tremendously by several individuals of whom he always remembered such as Alex McCary. “The turning point for me came upon the arrival of Clifford (“Ski”) Winter and his wife Susie. “They were very smart and excellent band teachers”. “After hearing the Troy State Band play Jim Mahaffey’s arrangement of ‘Wabash Cannonball’, “I was inspired to arrange that song and my favorite‘White Christmas’ with Ski Winter’s approval”.

“Ski” discovered that I had perfect pitch, while I thought being able to hear pitches was a normal thing for musicians”. While in the stadium stands, Scott Bozeman (KKPsi) “asked Robert, during his collegiate days, “what key was a visiting band playing in”. Scott played a few soft notes to find that “Robert was correct”.

Moving forth, Robert W. Smith played trumpet in the Charles Henderson High School band, had dual enrollment with Troy State University and served as band director at Pike Liberal Arts School in Troy, Alabama. The participation in a Saturday placement test allowed Robert Smith to clear all college general studies classes, except Literature.”The study of literature motivated his works of ‘Dante’ and ‘Divine Comedy’, later. At the university, Robert met

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Dr. John M. Long who placed a great impact on him with Dr. Long’s teaching and leadership skills. Robert often mentioned mentors such as “Jim Mahaffey, Dr. Paul V. Yoder (composer), G. Truman Welch (woodwind instructor), Dr. David Eisler (renown clarinetist) and James Wadowick” (now Dr. Wadowick and Ohio KKPsi Brother from the 1950’s). “Mr. Wadowick challenged me to be able to look over, for example, a saxophone part, transpose and play in the correct key for trumpet”. Robert Smith quoted Claude Gordon (well -known trumpet clinician and performer) by saying- “Jim Wadowick’s instruction helped me to ‘audiate’ my music scores”.

Mr. Robert Smith was Kappa Kappa Psi pledge class president (Zeta Upsilon, Winter 1977) and later served as Chapter president.

Upon graduation from Troy State University, Robert W. Smith moved on to the University of Miami (FL) to pursue his master’s degree and studied with the Chairman of the Music Department- Alfred Reed (composer). While in that area he also met and befriended Victor Lopez (composer). Within a short time, more fuel was added to Robert’s musical dreams with arranging and writing original works for Drum and Bugle Corps which included first Suncoast Sound, Magic of Orlando (founded by Robert Smith), Spirit of Atlanta and Cadets of Bergen County. A Corps crescendo erupted with more involvement with the Boston Crusaders, Colts, Madison Scouts and the Troopers. Originally written music and production for “Suncoast Sound” brought Mr. Smith recognition in the competitive circuits

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that culminated with an election to the Drum and Bugle Corps International Hall of Fame (2010). Robert’s musical momentum produced more and more arrangements and original works for bands, which began a wildfire type progression for Mr. Smith’s career. He spent time at James Madison University (VA) as a faculty member where he met his wife, Susan.

To Robert Smith’s delight, he received a position at his alma mater- Troy State University (named Troy University, 2005) to become Director of Bands (1997), after Dr. John M. Long’s retirement. Robert was constantly on the move teaching, directing bands and serving as a clinician. He left Troy in 2001 to accept an executive position with C. L. Barnhouse Music Company. In 2007, Troy University appointed Robert W. Smith as Coordinator of the Music industry Program.

A “Celebration of Life was on September 29, 2023, at Claudia Crosby Theatre on the campus of Troy University as hundreds of individuals paid their respect to Mr. Smith, his wife, daughters and additional family members. Madison W. Smith sang the “Star Spangled Banner”.

Troy University Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. gave a profound memorial of Robert W. Smith by stating among many tributes how “Robert’s smile was contagious”. Dr. Hawkins gave the word-TROY to the audience. A definition of each letter was given in reference to Robert W. Smith. “T- for teacher, R- Respect, O- over 600 original works and Y- for you who represent Mr. Smith’s students, colleagues, family members and mentors over the world”. “Robert was the ‘Leader of the Band’ (Dan Fogelberg) along with Dr. John M. Long”. “These two men left a legacy here at Troy University”. Daughters Savannah and Madison spoke about Mr. Smith as their dad.

They humorously inserted within memorial tributes how “their dad was a nerd”. This was expounded with an example: “if dad heard about a wreck or something, he would say- “I wonder what type of sounds the wreck made (Bam, Boom, Blah, La, La, La, La, Eer-r-reckkk, Squeak, Plat”. “Well, I think I will go and set THAT to music” (smile).

“Music is magic that includes cultures all over the world. It is important to promote the band field for years to come”.

In 2018, Mr. Smith had a heart issue, died twice and was revived each time. Those circumstances prompted him to compose “Heal” which musically captured what he recalled about the ordeal. However, on December 20, 2022, he was encouraged by his wife to attend a reception at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois where he was awarded the highest honor presented by Kappa Kappa Psi: The Distinguished Service to Music Medal. When asked during a February 2023 interview, how he felt about the award, Mr. Smith said- “I was utterly SHOCKED”.

Troy University had a ceremony with the local Zeta Upsilon Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi during a Southeast Community Band concert, directed by Professor Ray Smith (KKPsi) and coordinated by Dr. Pete Howard. At that time, Mr. Robert Smith came from the trumpet section to receive an from the Troy Arts Council and from his colleague and former Troy State Band captain, Wanda McElrath- Frazier (presented by Brother Dr. Scott Bozeman), which was an original pastel, pen and ink drawing of Dr. Yoder, Dr. Long and Mr. Smith.

Mr. Smith’s mentor and friend Dr. Clifford M. “Ski” Winter attended, along with KKPsi Brother Bobby Nelson. Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. said- “By any measure, Robert W. Smith has made an indelible mark in the world of music as an educator, composer and now as the guiding force behind Troy University’s Music Industry Program”. Earlier in this year, Mr. Robert Smith was elected as presidentelect for the American Bandmasters Association.

After a few months went by, there was enormous silence, pounding hearts and minds, moans and groans within the music world. These reactions came after receiving Mrs. Susan L. Smith’s announcement on September 21, 2023: “Our dear husband, father and teacher Robert W. Smith passed away today due to complications from cardiac surgery in Montgomery, Alabama”.

Special thanks are extended to Troy University Chancellor Dr Jack Hawkins Jr and to Dr. Mark Walker, Director of Bands at Troy University for conducting prelude music and works by Mr. Robert W. Smith along with POPulus (Founded

by Robert W. Smith), Troy University’s Music Ensemble (Founded by Robert W. Smith), Ralph Ford (Clinician and arranger, former Troy University Director of Bands) for co-writing “A Beacon to the World” - Alma Mater and to all who participated in this great Celebration.

(See included “Celebration of Life”.

In closing, continued prayers are extended with Love to Mrs. Susan L. Smith- wife; two daughters, Savannah Grace Smith and Madison Windham Smith; sister, Pam Smith Tindol (Mike); niece, Rachel Gillis; nephews, Lex Tindol, Jay Hawkins (Alison), Turner Hawkins (Victoria), JR Hawkins, JakeHawkins; aunt and uncle; Jesse and Pat Windham; brothers-inlaws, Ben Hawkins(Cyndee), Chuck Hawkins (Jeanette) with numerous other family, friends, colleagues and students.

Robert W. Smith stated in 2023 that- “Music is magic that includes cultures all over the world, it is important to promote the band field for years to come”. Mr. Smith indeed helped tremendously to “Build Better Bands”. We will Continue to Treasure Memories of Robert W. Smith’s “Life, Accomplishments and Legacy”.

Farewell: Robert W. Smith, October 24, 1958- September 21, 2023.

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Student NEWS

Story of Organ Donation from Brother to Brother; Teacher to Student

By April Cummings Epsilon Upsilon - ΚΚΨ University of Maine

“I believe in guardian angels.

When I was a freshman in high school, I decided to try something new and join the marching band. Up until then, band was fun, but sports were my passion. It was a big deal to skip soccer tryouts that fall and totally change course from everything I had done for 10+ years.

There was a new band director that year, fresh out of college, Casey Speed Goodwin. Her energy and excitement were contagious and I immediately fell in love with marching band.

About halfway through the season I became very sick and was in the hospital for several weeks. I was diagnosed with kidney failure out of nowhere. Although I was scared about my health, marching band had become so important to me. All I could focus on was how devastated I felt that I wouldn’t be able to play with the band. How was I going to get back on the field? What about the trio I was playing with? Who would play my part? I’m letting the band down!

Within a few days of being admitted to the hospital, I got an email from my band director. She wrote to me after every rehearsal and told me what the band was working on, the new drill they started. It eased my mind and kept me connected to the band.

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I asked every weekend if I could go home from the hospital, take “a leave of absence” so that I could see the band play at their exhibitions.

I was never allowed to. It may not have seemed like a big deal to Casey, but keeping in touch with me was one of the only things that kept me going through those days in the hospital.

Unfortunately, I did not make it out of the hospital in time to march that season. But, I did convince the doctors to discharge me on the day of the regional marching band finals and I went straight there. I remember that day so clearly.

I was filled with so many emotions. I was excited to hear the band play, but also very scared. I was put on high doses of steroids that caused my body and my looks to change. What would my friends think?

As I was walking to the field, someone called my name. At first, I didn’t recognize the woman running towards me, her yellow messenger bag flapping up and down! Then I saw it was Mrs. Goodwin. She didn’t care what I looked like. She didn’t care that I had missed the band and they were just leaving the field. She just cared about seeing me. I was overcome by a feeling joy and belonging.

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I couldn’t wait to march with the band again. The Christmas Parades were coming up, but I wasn’t sure I’d have the strength to join the band. Mrs. Goodwin, always making sure I felt included, found me a wheelchair and let me join the parade wheeling down the road.

kidney disease. Up until then I didn’t talk about it to anyone. I had to ask for help finding a donor.

So many of you shared my story and donated to our family. Many of you filled out forms or even started testing to be a donor. I will never forget how much you all supported me. I will always be grateful.

Throughout the rest of high school, the band room was my safe haven. I could be myself. I became more confident and excelled as a a leader within the band.

From Casey and through music, I learned hard work, perseverance, and leadership.

Casey and I have kept in touch over the years. I went to UMaine after high school and we saw each other at concerts, Kappa Kappa Psi events, and the rival, UMaine vs UNH Hockey/Football games. Casey has never stopped supporting me.

April Cummings (left) and Casey Speed Goodwin (right) now share a deeper and unique bond.

A year ago, I was told I needed to have a kidney transplant. I had to do one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done; post online about my

The first person to tell me they received a call to start testing was Casey. The person who started this whole journey with me was now starting the testing to save my life.

There are no words to describe the emotions I felt knowing she would put herself through a major surgery to save my life.

Today I was told the news of a lifetime. The person who is my mentor, teacher, and friend is also my guardian angel. Casey will be my Kidney donor.”

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Student NEWS

It Feels So Good To be Back!!

by Myieka Gray Theta Phi - TBΣ Hampton University

The year was 2018, Theta Phi had their new membership presentation for the Tau Class, 6 new members. Little did the chapter know this would be the last presentation for the next few years. Besides some other unforeseen circumstances, we all know what happened in 2020. That’s why this year we were determined to have a successful presentation for our newest members of the Theta Phi Chapter, the Psi class consisting of 6 members.

Fast forward to Spring of 2023, the chapter is now full of members that have never been apart of a membership presentation before, but nothing was impossible. We used all the resources that we had and reached out for all the information needed. Compiled into our MEP committee was; our VPM, President, and three other members including myself. We had meeting after meeting to ensure that this process can go as smoothly as possible. We organized everything ahead of time and did everything we needed to do to make sure there were no major problems along the process. The new members worked very hard; it was evident that they really wanted this, and it was up to the MEP committee to make that happen.

Throughout this process, we picked our sponsor’s brain as much as we could, while still using our own creativity to put it all together.

We needed someone that had been apart of this process many times before and we got her to watch. She definitely helped in areas that were lost in the gap covid made. “[This has] helped me to learn to have more emotional poise, be more mature, have patience, and not allow me or my sisters to give mediocrity. Having a presentation was a highlight, as well as one of the most stressful times ever but it felt great showing the public all that we worked hard for,” said Kalailah Coleman.

Even while teaching the new initiates, we were able to incorporate a sisterhood and social event! We decided as a chapter that we wanted to paint black boots as a souvenir. The same black boots the new members were getting to use for their presentation. So, we called an alumni that had painted their boots before, and asked them to guide us through the process. We sent a time and place, we got a giant tarp, paint, and brushes, and we painted together as a chapter. “My favorite part of the process was getting to know my future SisTaus. I was talking to and bonding with people who I never

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The crowd at the Theta Phi Presentation thought I would. I love my new family,” said McKenzie Neal(Psi#6). It was a great bonding activity for everyone.

Then the time came for the Psi class to kick the show. We marched in chanting and the Psi class lined up for the whole campus to see. A new member presentation that the campus hadn’t seen in five years full of creativity and harmonized greetings that got everyone excited.

Electricity was in the air as the Agents of CreaTAUvity: Mission 6, file 22 were introduced. “This process has truly allowed me to grow in unexpected ways. The process did test me in all aspects but it showed me how strong of an individual I am. I’m forever grateful for Tau Beta Sigma and blessed to have gone through the process of becoming a SisTau.” Kamila Moore(Psi #1) said.

MEP Committee with the new and honorary members. Left to Right: Madison Grant, Taylor Root, Kamila Moore, Krystina Stevens, Sabriya Root, Tali Pinkett, Kalailah Coleman, McKenzie Neal, Ms.Rentia Leonce, Ms.Tenisha King, Jada Haskins, Myieka Gray, Tyler Hampton.

Without the determination of our 6 new members and the whole chapter, the success of the presentation wouldn’t have been possible. We had the pleasure of seeing our chapter’s alumni as well as some of our Charter Mothers. We would also like to thank the members of the Epsilon Sigma, and Eta Delta chapters of Tau Beta Sigma; as well as the Iota Xi, and Iota Zeta chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi that came to Hampton to support us. It really meant a lot to our chapter to have the support of our fellow sisters and brothers, and the students of Hampton University.

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Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association Gold Star Club Members The Executive Council of the TBΣAA would like to acknowledge and express our gratitude to the dedicated alumni who generously give an additional donation to the Association through their membership in the GOLD STAR CLUB for the 2023-2024 year. With these additional funds going toward future goals, the TBΣAA is working to increase grant and scholarship opportunities for our members, create new awards, support events like our For Greater Bands 5k, Growth and Professional Development Program, and find greater fellowship opportunities at district and national conventions. You can learn more about our GOLD STAR CLUB and join the the TBΣAA at www.tbsalumni.org

GOLD STAR CLUB MEMBERS Abby Rogish Bodin Abigael Frey Adrienne Rall Akierah Hatten Alan Harriet Alana Stoutamire Alexis Shackelford Alison Beidler Alysha Harvey Amber Johnson Amber Scott Amber Tubbs Ameenah Muhammad Angela Boudoin Angela Brewster April Sansing Armani McCall Ashley Tanksley Ashley Worthy Bethany Bledsoe Braeden Weyhrich Brett Steinbrink Bridgette Bell Brittany Davenport Caleb Morris Cara Berg Cariece Browne Carletta Scott Carmin Nowlin Carolyn McCambridge Cathleen Miles Catrina Sally Charles Wilson Chelsea Zuniga Chiquita Greene Christian Sibley Christina Reed

Christopher Foster Christopher Lukasik Christopher Pratt Ciara Gibbs Clara Mattheessen ClinTonya Shorter Cynthia McDade Danielle Blackwell David Alexander, Jr. David Hammond David Stookey Dawn Farmer Deatrica Pullens Debbie Baker Deborah Bell-Harris Debra Crawford Destinee Bennett Diana Spiva Dominique Johnson Edward Savoy Eireka Wright Emilio Dehoyos Emily Donovan Emily Gunby Eric Morson Erica Hamilton Erika Walker Erwin Brown Evelyn Jones Gayle Ferguson Georgette Washington Gregory Boike Gwyn Fox Stump Haisia Perry Harmona Epps Harrison Calvert HaShawn Epps

Heather Marshall Heather McGowan Indya Hairston Iris Ballard Ivania Morales Jacquelyn Crutchfield Jahn Scott Janelle Henderson Jayda Thigpen Jazzlyn Smith Jean Newman Jen DiBenedetto Jenny Renaud Jennifer Scott Jessica Lewis Jessica Smith Jessica Stookey Jessica Thomas Joanna Bonner John Kitchens Johnny Engelke Jonathan Markowski Jordan Ford Julia Tordo Justina Iwegbu Kaitlyn Curley Karon Hammond Katerina Alexis-Konstantinidis Katie Langley Katherine Williams Kathy Webster Kathryn Kelly Katie Dukes Kayla Parker Keelia Decker Keishauna Turner Kelly Eidson

Kelsey Reilly Kenneth Corbett Kimbi Sigle Kimberly Burrell Kimberly Gibbs Kishera Mitchell Kristin McMullen Krist Wright Kwinton Baylor Kymberly Littlejohn Kymmberly Morton LaJoy Pruitt Lance Coochyouma Larietta Moultrie Lashann Williams Lauren Tubbs Layla Gray Leeann Wieser Leslie McClure Lindsay Pfannenstiel Linnetta Ratliff Lisa Croston Lucianna Brown Lueen Lindsay Lydia Floyd Maisha Paggett Malinda Matney Marcia Jones Marcus Wyche Margaret Murphy Marissa Archuleta Marrisia Moore Martina Williams Melanie Meehan Melissa Bays Mellinna Ridout Michael Osborn Mikaela Rhodes

Miya Moon Molly Froidl Monica Lewis Monika Monk Monnica Rose Morine Carroll Nai Colton Natalia Harrison Natalie Lott Natasha Harris Nicholas Rorrer Nicole Sanchez Nikki Lyons Nyaesia Thompson Olivia DeFilippo Omaria Tucker Oria Berkley Pamela Gilmore Paula Williams Phaedra Dinkins Portia Espy Preston Ramsey Regina Tucker Reneé Cartee Rhonda McKinney Robin Brooks Roenia Thompson Rosalind Howard Rosalyn Ivey Rosalyn McDonald Rutha Cayette Salli-Tymna Parker Sara Pascall Sarah Loyd Scott McCambridge ShaDonna Epps Shameka Golson Shane Joseph

Shanell Pommells Shauna Holmes Shaundollyn King Sherronda Henderson Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher Sonja Butler Sonja Butler Stacy Bell Stacy Schiele Stephanie Brown Sue Carr Tammy Carethers Ted McCadden, Jr. Teri McMillon Terri White Terriana Holt Thea Murphy Theresa Powell Tiffany Singleton-Walker Timothy Greenwell, Jr. Tracey Stewart Tyler Hern Tyra Yiare-Holloway VanTarsha Clarke Vedette Spellman Venus Anderson Victoria Recker Vonnetta Sloan Wairimu Njoroge Wendy Jacques Whitney Bronson Willie Frazier Yslette Arispe Zachary Rebarchek Zara Simpson

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The 2023 National Intercollegiate Band In Review

By Dr. LaToya A. Webb National Vice President for Professional Relations - TBΣ Dr. William L. Lake, Jr. National Vice President for Professional Relations - KKΨ The National Intercollegiate Band remains one of the premiere programs of each biennial national convention of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma since its inception in 1947. College musicians from across the United States completed an audition for a panel of distinguished adjudicators for selection in this year’s ensemble. The 2023 Intercollegiate Band was comprised of 66 students from 42 different colleges. Of the 66 participating students, 31 were active members of Kappa Kappa Psi and 19 in Tau Beta Sigma. Florida State University received the 2023 F. Lee Bowling Participation Award for the first time in the school’s history as recognition to the College or University with the largest number of members in the National Intercollegiate Band.

Realizing the advances in the national discourse centering on diversity, equity, and inclusion, several changes were made to the audition process and structure to: • Expand awareness of the NIB at all institutions through intentional communication from the Vice Presidents of Professional Relations • Requiring auditionees to prepare specific excerpts to standardize difficulty level and assessment • Increased social media presence featuring previous NIB member testimonials and national leadership As a result of these efforts, over 180 students auditioned, and the selected musicians identified as the most diverse NIB in the ensemble’s history.

The Max Mitchell Grant Program provides financial support to offset travel costs and other incurred expenses of musicians selected for the NIB. This grant, facilitated by the Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association, supported 18 musicians from 14 participating colleges.

In acknowledgment of Kappa Kappa Psi Alumni Association’s tangible commitment to the NIB, the joint boards of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma named the association the 2023 Hugh McMillen Award winner.

The Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association welcomed participating members of the NIB with a NIB-branded backpack filled with goodies and a step-and-repeat backdrop for post-concert photos.

Students were most gracious for this kind gesture (and really enjoyed the snacks!)

The Vice Presidents of Professional Relations for Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma would like to thank the Board of Trustees of both organizations for funding the 2023 NIB commission,

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Above: Members of the NIB 2023 prepare for their performance. Conductor Rodney Dorsey leads the NIB through their inaugural performance of the commissioned piece; The Adventures of Jesse Owens.

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Top row: Members of the NIB 2023 perform The Adventures of Jesse Owens. Bottom row: David Alexander and Dr. Thea Murphy of the TBSAA prepare backpacks to welcome NIB members. Composer Michael Daugherty enjoys the NIB performance. Tony Falcone, Rodney Dorsey and Dr. Latoya Webb pause for a celebratory selfie following a fantastic NIB 2023 performance!

The Adventures of Jesse Owens (Michael Daugherty), this year’s guest conductor (Dr. Rodney Dorsey, Director of the Florida State University Wind Orchestra and Graduate Conducting), and continued support of the program.

The NIB is facilitated by the Vice President of Professional Relations of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma (Mr. Tony Falcone [2019-2023] and Dr. LaToya Webb respectively, the KKPsi and TBSigma National Executive Director, Steve Nelson, the National Headquarters personnel, Aaron Moore, Nicole Brooks, and Lisa Croston, and the National Presidents Erika Pope and Jessica Lee [2021-2023].

Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma are grateful for the kind support of Dr. Kevin von Kampen (University of South Florida), Ms. Jacqueline Dietz (John F. Kennedy Middle School), and Ms. Abigail Mistretta (Freedom High School) for providing needed percussion and music equipment.

Preparing for the Next Biennium As planning begins for the 2025 National Intercollegiate Band, we welcome newly appointed KKPsi National Vice President of Professional Relations, Dr. William L. Lake, Jr., who currently serves as the Director of Concert Bands at the Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music at George Mason University. Dr. Lake is an alumnus of the Gamma Xi chapter (University of Maryland), an Honorary Member of Tau Beta Sigma (Beta Eta - University of Maryland), and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia (Iota Epsilon).

Dr. Lake, alongside Dr. LaToya A. Webb, is eager to explore potential corporate sponsorships for joint initiatives and undertakings

by Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma. They aim to facilitate chances for involvement with the College Band Directors National Association, the HBCU National Band and Orchestra Directors’ Consortium and state music associations, offer resources for active chapter sponsors and Directors of Bands, and create opportunities for professional development for members pursuing music education and performance careers. We look forward to connecting and collaborating with everyone over the next biennium.

For more information, please follow our social media: Facebook: @NationalIntercollegiateBand Instagram: @kkytbsnatcon Contact Information: Dr. LaToya A. Webb, Director of Wind Orchestra, Wilfrid Laurier University Email: latoya.webb@tbsigma.org Dr. William L. Lake, Jr., Director of Concert Bands, George Mason University Email: wlake@gmu.edu

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The Kappa Kappa Psi Journey: A Vision for the Road Ahead

By Bang Co, Kappa Kappa Psi National President The honor to serve as your National President, backed by the invaluable trust that you have placed in me, is not one that I take lightly. Reflecting on the 103-year-long journey of Kappa Kappa Psi – a fraternity built on love, passion, and servant leadership – it is clear that our past illuminates our path forward. The start of a new biennium represents more than a passage of time. It signifies the continuation of our pursuit of wisdom, a journey we take together as Brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi. At the 2023 National Convention, we not only celebrated our storied legacy but also carved a shared vision for our future. By reaffirming our ritualistic values, we reinforced our commitment to the principles we uphold, ensuring that our service to college and university band programs across the country is unwavering and impactful. This is the “AEA Way”.

It’s our belief, our identity, and our mission. To see Kappa Kappa Psi thrive for another century, we must manifest these principles and purposes into tangible actions.

The Kappa Kappa Psi Journey Unfolds

Brothers, we stand at a pivotal moment – an opportune juncture where our shared history, present opportunities, and future potential converge. As we stand at this crossroads, I invite each one of you – Active and Alumni alike – to not just look forward but also glance backward. In our history lies not only our legacy but also the blueprint for our future. But our legacy, while rich and robust, is not just a reflection of what we have achieved. It is also a testament to what awaits us on our journey ahead. We have so much to be proud of, from our contributions to the band community to our presence across the country. The true spirit of Kappa Kappa Psi, however, lies not just in what we’ve done but in what we are about to do. Our journey ahead requires a collective effort, a symphony of voices coming together to create a harmonious and impactful melody.

Together, we march towards the foothills of success, undeterred by challenges, united by purpose. Let us be inspired not only by the prospects of our own growth but also by the impact we have on others. Let us embrace our role not just as spectators but as catalysts for change. By embodying the “AEA Way” – marked by an unwavering dedication to our Ritualistic vows, our new mission, and each other – we can inspire a new era of excellence. We are called not to merely embrace complacency or uphold the status quo, but to embody a similar spirit as our Founders had, leveraging the legacy of our past triumphs and cherished traditions to propel us confidently through the second century with the same fervor and momentum that ignited our journey in 1919.

• T he Legacy We Build: It’s our responsibility to ensure that our legacy doesn’t just dwell in our past achievements but also paves the way for a future of significance.

This statement serves as a call to action, urging us to seize the mantle of leadership in the distinctive “AEA Way” and to create a lasting impact on college and university bands nationwide. I am both honored and excited to share with you the vision that will guide our journey forward for the next two years. As your National President, my commitment is to inspire each of you to take ownership of our collective path as a Fraternity.

Our journey is a rich tapestry of our foundational ethos, trials, triumphs, and aspirations. It’s a dynamic dance between respecting our past and evolving for our future.

• Our Roots: Born from a desire to cultivate leadership amongst band members and music enthusiasts, Kappa Kappa Psi emerged as a beacon of excellence and service in the world of music.

• A Time of Reflection: Pausing occasionally to reminisce and reflect is as important as forging ahead. It’s these moments of introspection that ground us, ensuring our journey ahead stays true to our core.

Seizing the Present: Our journey’s present phase calls for an • embrace of opportunities, pushing boundaries, and solidifying our role as leaders and influencers in the band community.

• Towards a Bright Future: Our vision is clear – a Kappa Kappa Psi that thrives on service and continues to influence the college band movement, even as the landscape of the music community evolves.

The Biennium Plan To ensure that this vision is realized, we’ve framed out a year-long initiative and have branded the months of the academic year as follows: September: Month of Service – Engage and promote the virtue of service, with local community projects and seminars on altruistic growth. Chapters can get involved with this by: • Hosting virtual panel discussions with key figures in the college band movement.

• Organizing service projects at local levels for members to engage with their community.

• Participating in workshops focusing on healthy ways of being selfless and avoiding burnout.

• We encourage our ‘quarter system’ schools to take some of these practices into October.

November: Month of Musicianship – Enhance individual musicianship, focusing on contribution’s significance in an ensemble. Chapters can get involved with this by: • Hosting instrument-specific virtual masterclasses with professional musicians.

• Participating in webinars on the role of individual contribution in an ensemble setting.

• Organizing peer-reviewed practice sessions to foster a culture of feedback and growth.

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February: Month of Leadership – Harness the Founders’ Circle program to cultivate leadership and drive a culture of continuous improvement. Chapters can get involved with this by: • Leveraging the Founders’ Circle program and speakers for leadership training sessions.

• Hosting roundtable discussions on leadership challenges and solutions with other chapters.

• Provide personal leadership assessment tools for members to reflect upon.

April: Month of Brotherhood – Emphasize the vitality of forging meaningful connections and valuing the human essence of our Brothers. Chapters can get involved with this by: • Attending district events, such as district conventions, with the entire chapter.

• Collaborating with other chapters to host brotherhood events to foster deeper connections.

• Hosting workshops on the importance of humanizing titles and treating each member with respect and dignity.

June: Month of Celebration – Honor our accomplishments, our graduates, and lay down a marker of our organizational evolution.

Chapters can get involved with this by: • Hosting graduation ceremonies for seniors.

• Creating announcements to introduce newly elected chapter officers.

• Hosting an awards night to recognize the outstanding contributions of members.

• Hosting reflective sessions for members to share their progress and rejuvenate.

During the intermittent months, our national committees will be actively engaged in providing a series of impactful virtual events and activities, tailored to enhance the journey of each Active member. These sessions are designed to equip our members with practical skills and knowledge that will foster success within Kappa Kappa Psi, in their academic pursuits, and in their future endeavors.

Here’s what you can expect from these enriching experiences: • Chapter Operations: Sessions aimed at setting up chapter officers for success, covering efficient planning, effective organization, and strategic execution.

• Communications: Workshops focusing on helping chapters strengthen their marketing and story-telling strategies, enabling them to effectively communicate their impact and value.

• Curriculum: Dedicated sessions to enhance chapters’ membership education and continuing education processes through The Road to Wisdom.

• Data Assessment: A focus on understanding what Kappa Kappa Psi truly looks like and how chapters can leverage membership data to inform decision-making processes.

• DEIA: Meaningful conversations that explore the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, promoting a more inclusive fraternity, and cultivating culturally sensitive leaders.

• Expansion: Guiding members on how they can contribute to Kappa Kappa Psi’s growth and expansion efforts by sharing its impact story and value proposition with directors and students

who don’t have a KKPsi chapter.

• Programs: Exploring how chapters can leverage and benefit from our national programs to enhance their member experience and overall growth as a Brother.

• Ritual Performance & Education: In-depth guidance on how chapters can deepen their understanding and performance of our Ritual, fostering a stronger connection to our foundational principles and lessons.

• Sponsor/DOB: Focusing on how chapters can build better relationships with their Sponsors and DOBs and contribute to our mission of serving college and university bands.

By intertwining these skill-building opportunities with the larger narrative of the Kappa Kappa Psi Journey, we aim to foster a profound connection between individual growth and the collective advancement of our Fraternity. Through these tailored experiences, we’re dedicated to empowering each member to not only succeed within Kappa Kappa Psi but also to excel as resilient leaders in their personal and professional lives.

Let us not forget, however, that at the heart of Kappa Kappa Psi’s essence lies a profound and unbreakable bond – a tapestry woven with threads of service, leadership, musicianship, and brotherhood.

It is this affinity for service, our shared passion for band, and the genuine love we hold for one another that imparts depth and purpose to our journey, rendering it not just meaningful but vital.

This love stands as our hallmark, shaping our identity and driving our pursuit of excellence. As we traverse this path together, let us recognize that nurturing this love is pivotal; it’s through the care we extend to each other that we ensure the continuity of our journey’s melody, a symphony woven with the notes of unity, compassion, and unwavering support.

Our journey ahead beckons us to march forward, unified in purpose and resolve. This biennium presents both challenges and opportunities. But if history has taught us anything, it’s that Kappa Kappa Psi thrives in the face of adversity. Our values and purposes, tested by time, have grounded us. Yet, we must not become complacent. We must adapt, evolve, and strive for even greater heights. Now, more than ever, we need to play in unison, translating the “AEA Way” into a melody that echoes for generations to come.

This vision for the biennium is not merely a proclamation – it is a call to action, a rallying cry that resonates with our shared ideals.

Let us embrace THE KAPPA KAPPA PSI JOURNEY with passion, celebrate our past with pride, and steer our Fraternity toward a future that stands as a testament to our dedication. Let’s compose a masterpiece that leaves a positive impact on the world of college and university bands. The time to lift our batons is now. In harmony and rhythm, let’s march toward success.

Journeying with you,

Bang T. Co (he/him) National President (2023-2025) Kappa Kappa Psi, National Honorary Band Fraternity

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Vision 2023-2025...

Let’s Go!

By Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher, Tau Beta Sigma National President

2025

I’ve thought about what my vision would be as National President of Tau Beta Sigma often over the past few years, but when I sat down, I was at a loss of words.

However, while being at our national convention and collaborating with our members, it has become so clear to me.

The following two years will be like a cross-country road trip filled with fun times, pit stops, and maybe a flat tire. However, we will do it together, so I hope you are ready for the ride.

We have a legacy north star guiding the heart of our organization: “Tau Beta Sigma, For Greater Bands.” When our founders set forth our purpose over 75 years ago, we knew that our organization had a distinct role in the band world, and our purpose is the anchor point to all that we do. As we move into the next biennium, we must be purpose-driven and ask ourselves: “How will this action be for greater bands?” Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein, once said: “Nothing contributes so much to tranquilize the mind as a steady Purpose —a point on which the soul may fix its intellectual eye.”

Each of us plays a unique role in this vision/purpose, and what we do in our individual roles has a ripple effect on those around us. I hope that in the next two years, the programming we facilitate on the chapter, district, and national levels constantly reflects who we are: Tau Beta Sigma, For Greater Bands! I challenge you- from MC to our oldest alumni- to think deeply about what the founding vision means to you and how you can activate it daily.

My foundational goal is to provide a meaningful and worthwhile experience to all [Membership Candidates to our Oldest Alumni] engaged in TBSigma work. This goal starts with our connection to the purpose of TBSigma, our shared values, and how we are connected through the service we provide. When you feel that you belong, realize your connections with others, and have the resources and support to lead in your community - you will thrive in TBSigma. As we connect to our values, we will see our connection to each other. That our biases will be challenged and that you won’t be afraid to connect with sisters who look different from you or have a campus culture different than yours. Music is our common tie: our shared values strengthen the connections we have for each other, and these are essential truths about who we are as an organization.

We must break down any physical and implied barriers that exist between our chapters. As your National President, I will work with

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you to find value in our work and create a community of Sisters who love each other and what they do.

Over the past two years, we worked to dream big and re-envision where TBSigma will go over the next 10-75 years. With this refined vision statement, we will steer our goals for the next two years to create a TBSigma that we all are proud of. The parts of our vision and mission will be manifested through our work: • We will provide exceptional service to our bands and bring music to our community through national programs.

• We will love and care for each other as the 5&8 compel us to by uplifting women in music, cherishing and elevating the diversity of our membership, and providing an inclusive environment for all. Full Stop.

• We will lead our bands, chapters, and communities together and be a leader in the collegiate band world and among our peers in other music fraternal organizations.

• We will see and understand the inherent value of our membership in TBSigma as we begin as new members through our decades of alumni life.

• We will show up, engage with each other, and fight for our friendships and the Sisterhood that we all hold dear.

On my first day working at a hotel I sat in the executive meeting room, and a sign was posted on the wall above the projector where the executive leaders often reviewed budgets and joined meetings.

The sign was nothing fancy, but its writing was impactful and challenged our leaders when they got stuck during tough meetings.

It said: “Be Bold and Do Things Differently.” This quote has resonated with me and stayed with me for the past 12 years of my career and especially drives me as I lead in Tau Beta Sigma.

• As we move into the 2023-2025 biennium, we must be bold and do things differently. We will challenge our actions and thoughts regarding their connection to our mission and values.

• We will dare to leap into the unknown as we take on new roles, responsibilities and take on the work to realize our vision.

• We will lead with our heads held high and boldly go into spaces and places that challenge our thoughts and comfort.

• We will make space for collaboration with our student leaders and do things differently to fit the needs of our current and future leaders.

In closing, as we move boldly from this convention to our bands and communities, I want to charge our student leaders, alumni leaders, and national leaders to Do it Big! Love big, serve big, and lead big.

We will do it big together.

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Re-introducing the ‘Strive for Five Initiative’: Marching Forward on Our Journey Dr. Nic Rorrer National Vice President for Membership & Expansion, KKΨ

The number five has a special meaning to the Brothers of our Fraternity. At its simplest, it represents our five purposes which outline our dedication to service, our recruitment of outstanding bandsmembers, our drive to develop leaders, our commitment to musicianship, and the manner in which we work with others to advance the college band movement.

Last biennium, the National Council launched this initiative challenging Chapters to focus on recruiting outstanding bandmembers as we emerged from the pandemic. This biennium, we are pleased to continue developing this initiative, to not only become better as a national organization, but to celebrate the things we do best.

Striving to be Better

The spirit behind Strive for Five is the same spirit that encompassess our very Fraternity, the drive to Strive for the Highest in all things we do. Striving for the Highest, however, does not mean perfection. Instead, it is that commitment to do better than the day before. That is why this year we are challenging our Chapters to recruit five members and do something 5% better than they did last year.

Now you may be asking yourself, what if my chapter already recruits 5 members a year? Well then we challenge you to recruit five more members this year than you did last year. Throughout this next year, the National Council and communication team will be providing you resources to succeed in recruitment, be it templates to use, talking points, recruitment best practices, and successful recruitment ideas!

Or maybe you are asking, what is 5% better? That can take a wide variety of forms! It could be 5% more service hours across your chapter, or 5% more fundraising for your band program. Perhaps you challenge your members to rehearse for 5 more minutes every week. The biggest thing that matters is that as a Chapter, you all collectively set a goal and set forth to achieve that goal.

Celebrating our Fraternity

In addition to striving to be better than yesterday, we fully believe that now, more than ever, we have to celebrate the things our Fraternity does best. That is why we are excited to launch a series of

five months celebrating our five purposes, including the pillars of the Fraternity that our purposes are built around.

During September, and into the month of October for our Quarter System Schools, we will be celebrating “The Month of Service.”

We want to acknowledge the great work that is done on the Chapter level and discuss ways to frame our recruitment around the work we do at over 200 college campuses.

Two months later in November, we will be participating in the stalwart “Month of Musicianship” while celebrating our Founding as well. We want to highlight your best performances and more.

Returning after winter break, in February we will cultivate our Brothers through the “Month of Leadership.” Look forward to Founders Circle presentations across our organization made for all Brothers and Bandsmembers.

During our District Convention Season, specifically April, we will be enjoying the “Month of Brotherhood.” We hope to see you all at our convention and discuss how we can continue to grow our great fraternity.

Finally, during the month of June we will be hosting the “Month of Celebration.” We want to acknowledge our goals that we achieved and our graduating seniors.

Most importantly Brothers, we want to hear from and celebrate you! Go follow our social media platforms (Instagram @kappa. kappa.psi or Facebook Kappa Kappa Psi - National Honorary Band Fraternity) to see these updates and participate in them. We need your help to make it clear to the world all the great things Kappa Kappa Psi is dedicated to!

During the ‘off months,’ we will be working hard as a National organization to bring our Brothers and Chapters more resources.

This includes presentations from our curriculum, chapter operations, and DEIA committees. We truly hope to lift up our Fraternity during the next year with you all.

Marching Shoulder-to-Shoulder

Throughout the “Strive for Five” initiative, we recognize that it is important that we are working together as one organization, from our National level down to our Chapters and Individual Brothers.

We may not achieve all of our ambitions goals, but by Marching Shoulder to Shoulder, Striving to be Better, and Celebrating our Work - Our Journey together will be strengthened and enhanced.

That is the AEA way after all.

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Membership Corner: Retention Troubleshooting

By Leslie Gartin National Vice President for Membership & Expansion, TBΣ

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s we close out this semester and look to the new year, this is a fantastic time to look at our members and their involvement in the organization. We spend so much time gearing up for recruitment season, for the membership education process, and the sanctity of our rituals. But what about keeping your members? In the words of our iconic National President, Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher, “are you having a good time?”

Here’s three indicators that your chapter has a retention concern: 1. More than half of each class is going Inactive before they graduate.

Going Inactive happens. Being a band service organization with a majority of our Active members majoring in something other than a music related field-this can be common, especially in the highly competitive field of internships and whatnot. But, look at your data. How many members quit after their first semester of being Active? When do they go Inactive? How many go Inactive because they can’t be in band? These answers hurt sometimes, but they matter.

2. Members are quitting the chapter mid-semester.

These events happen usually from an explosion, usually a fight because of a disagreement between two people. It’s easy to blame this specific explosion, but if we’re truthful, it’s because there has been tensions bubbling for some time, and this is the last straw. Personalities are strong, and opinions give people intensity.

3. Members are going Inactive, but staying in band.

This is a tough one. We can’t control every or any person who comes across our chapter and band, but we can provide a welcoming and compassionate environment for every person.

If you relate to any of these, or worry about ever relating to these, keep reading.

Here are three solutions to any and all of these concerns.

1. Have some tough conversations.

Life is stressful. College is busy. No matter how much you can fill a day, there’s always more to be done. But, as your grandma will tell you, it’s the personal relationships that matter. If you’re feeling tension in your chapter and it’s’ feeling divided, be the bigger person and start the tough conversation. Ask the Sister what they’re upset about. This can be in private or as a chapter altogether, depending on what the situation warrants. It will not feel good to start this conversation, but you will feel much better at the resolution of the conversation. I promise.

2. Focus on the whole sister Give people grace. Your Sisters are fighting internal battles that you know nothing about. Cut them slack and provide support, as you would want done for you. Allow time during Sisterhood events to get to know each other, and learn what makes your Sisters unique. You don’t have to be friends with everyone in your chapter, but you are required to respect them.

3. Have fun together!

Sometimes, we get lost in the sauce of all the responsibilities of the chapter and organization. The next time you get your chapter meeting business done early, or even better yetyou don’t have any business to discuss-play hooky together and do something fun. Order pizzas. Play a game together.

Sit around the circle and share fun facts about yourself. Do something goofy together. Whatever you want, but just build your relationships with one another.

If you have a specific issue that you want addressed, let the Curriculum Committee know!

Overture@tbsigma.org I guarantee that while they haven’t seen it all, they’ve seen most!

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The official publication of Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma

KAPPA KAPPA PSI NATIONAL OFFICERS

TAU BETA SIGMA NATIONAL OFFICERS

President Bang Co bangco@kkpsi.org

President Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher siobhan@tbsigma.org

Vice President for Membership & Expansion Dr. Nicholas Rorrer nic@kkpsi.org

Vice President for Membership & Expansion Leslie Gartin lesler@tbsigma.org

Vice President for Programs Daniel Miller daniel.miller@kkpsi.org

Vice President for Special Projects Allison Leemann allison@tbsigma.org

Vice President for Professional Relations Dr. William L. Lake, Jr. wlake@gmu.edu

Vice President for Communication & Recognition Katie Dukes katie@tbsigma.org

KKΨ Alumni Association Board of Directors Chair Marina Peña Guiot marina@kkpsi.org

Vice President for Professional Relations Dr. LaToya Webb latoya.webb@tbsigma.org

Immediate Past President Jessica Lee jessicalee@kkpsi.org

TBΣ Alumni Association Chair Dr. Ovura “Thea” Murphy tbsaa-chair@tbsigma.org

Board of Trustees Dr. Malinda Matney, Chair; Evan Thompson, Vice Chair; Dr. Kevin James; Franklin “Frankie” Johnson-Norwood, Eric B. Morson; Jessica Lee, Immediate Past President; Bang Co (ex-officio)

Immediate Past President Erika Pope erikapope@tbsigma.org Board of Trustees Rosalyn McDonald, Chair; Adrienne Rall, Vice Chair; Kris Wright, Jason Dornbush; Jonathan Markowski; Zachary T. Rebarchek; Erika Pope, Immediate Past President; Siobhan Wilkes Bratcher (ex-officio)

KAPPA KAPPA PSI DISTRICT GOVERNORS Midwest Denali D. Pearce-Alt denali@kkpsi.org Dr. Anthony Walker walker@kkpsi.org Việt Nguyễn vietnguyen@kkpsi.org

Southeast Arupa Gopal agopal@kkpsi.org Kalem Graham kalem.graham@gmail.com Justyn “JP” Davis jpdavis@kkpsi.org

North Central Marc D. Renaud mrenaud@kkpsi.org Michelle Banis mbanis@kkpsi.org Akilah Thomas akilahthomas@kkpsi.org

Southwest Andy Melvin andy@kkpsi.org Kadeem Sabari kadeemsabari@kkpsi.org Elizabeth Pineiro lizzi@kkpsi.org

Northeast Rassii A. Elliott rassii.elliott@gmail.com Marcia “Marci” Jones marci@kkpsi.org Matthew Parent mattparentNED@gmail.com

Western Lance Coochyouma lance@kkpsi.org Karissa Longo longokar@gmail.com Brian Parker bcparker@kkpsi.org

TAU BETA SIGMA DISTRICT COUNSELORS Midwest Shalyn Nystrom shalyn@tbsigma.org Sara Remoy sara_remoy@tbsigma.org North Central Katie Langley katielangley@tbsigma.org Jenny Hirt Renaud jrenaud@tbsigma.org Northeast Indya Hairston indyahairston@tbsigma.org Dr. Ted McCadden tedmccadden@tbsigma.org

Southeast Nikki Lyons nikki@tbsigma.org Kelsey E. Reilly kelsey@tbsigma.org Amber Scott amberscott@tbsigma.org Southwest Ciara Gibbs ciara@tbsigma.org Chelsea Rasing rasingcr@tbsigma.org Linnetta Ratliff linnetta@tbsigma.org Western Alexis Holladay alexis@tbsigma.org Sarah Cervantes sarahcox@tbsigma.org

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Help Kappa Kappa Psi Recognize Outstanding Junior High and High School Band Members!

by Daniel Miller National Vice President for Programs, Kappa Kappa Psi

Most of the national recognition programs of Kappa Kappa Psi are designed to honor individuals who make outstanding contributions to college bands, to bands and music more broadly, and to our Fraternity. However, Kappa Kappa Psi also supports two awards that recognize junior high and high school band members who excel within their bands. Through our two Band Excellence Awards, Kappa Kappa Psi can form connections with exceptional band members and provide some encouragement for the continuation of their band experiences in college.

Kappa Kappa Psi offers the Citation of Excellence to recognize junior high and high school band members for their outstanding achievements during summer camp activities. Chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi and administrators of summer band camp programs can obtain Citations of Excellence for specific junior high and high school band members by reaching out to the National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma at kkytbs@kkytbs.org. The Citation of Excellence is provided by the Fraternity at no charge to those who request or receive it.

The Fraternity also offers the F. Lee Bowling Musical Excellence Award to recognize junior high and high school band members who have demonstrated excellence in their respective band programs. Named for former Kappa Kappa Psi Grand President F. Lee Bowling, this award is available to be ordered by chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi that reach out to our National Headquarters at kkytbs@kkytbs.org. Like the Citation of Excellence, the F. Lee Bowling Musical Excellence Award is provided by the Fraternity at no charge to those who request or receive it.

By recognizing junior high and high school band members through these two award programs, we work toward the achievement of our Fraternity’s purposes. By applauding younger band members and encouraging their continued participation as they pursue higher education, Kappa Kappa Psi promotes the existence and welfare of our college and university bands by helping to build the future of those bands. By developing connections with these band members before they enter our campuses, we cultivate their awareness of our Fraternity and spark their interest in joining our brotherhood one day. The motivation we offer to these band members now can ultimately lead to their respect for bands on their campuses and a desire to continue “Striving for the Highest” in their musical pursuits. These awards highlight how Kappa Kappa Psi is an essential part of our broader band community at every level, and they represent one aspect of our commitment to helping bands to offer a positive, rewarding, and helpful social experience where all are welcome.

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So what can your chapter do to make to make these two awards more effective? Fundamentally, the success of the Band Excellence Awards in achieving our Fraternity’s goals is in your hands. These awards are provided at the national level, but chapters largely determine which junior high and high school band members are recognized through these awards.

Your chapter’s opportunities to harness the possibilities of these awards are nearly limitless! With regard to the Citation of Excellence, your chapter can contact individuals who administer and work with summer band camps to see if there are any band members who should be recognized for their outstanding achievements during these programs. These individuals might include faculty and staff at your colleges, local band directors and music teachers, chapter alumni, and others who you may already know.

With regard to the F. Lee Bowling Musical Excellence Award, your opportunities are even broader. As with the Citation of Excellence, your chapter likely has existing ties to many individuals who teach and support junior high and senior high band members, so you have access to people who can help identify worthy recipients of this award. Your chapter may also help with marching band festivals, honor band programs, and other competitions, festivals, and events that allow your brothers to see firsthand how specific band members are demonstrating excellence as part of their junior high and high school band programs.

Your chapter can develop its own program to identify junior high and high school band members worthy of recognition through these national award programs! By developing your chapter’s connections with band directors, summer band camp administrators, and others who educate these younger band members, your chapter can start to identify potential recipients of these awards. Your chapter can determine how it wants to select recipients of these national awards and then order the awards from our National Headquarters. In this way, your chapter can play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of these national recognition programs while also placing its own stamp on how it helps to build the future of our college bands.

Importantly, neither of these awards have a deadline to order them. As a result, it is still not too late to order Citations of Excellence or F. Lee Bowling Musical Excellence Awards for junior high and high school band members who excelled in their summer band camp activities or made outstanding contributions to their band programs this summer or fall. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to encourage these younger band members and to motivate them toward future participation in college bands!

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KAPPA KAPPA PSI NATIONAL RECOGNITION, SCHOLARSHIP, AND GRANT PROGRAMS: UPCOMING DEADLINES TO REMEMBER PROGRAM

DEADLINE

A. Frank Martin Award • Recognizing regionally-known band directors and laymen who have made contributions to the band field J. Lee Burke Student Achievement Award • Recognizing active, associate, or conditional brothers who have made outstanding contributions to college bands and Kappa Kappa Psi

July 1, 2024 (for consideration by the National Council on or before Summer 2024)

Leadership Grant Program • Offering up to $1,000 per grant to support leadership programs and events to presented to brothers of one or more chapters, to college or university band members, and/or to individuals attending a district event

No deadline

Academic Excellence Awards • Chapter Certificate of Excellence in Academics - Recognizing chapters with average GPAs of 2.75 or better among their brothers for a given academic term • Top Chapter Scholar Award - Recognizing the active, associate, or conditional brother from the chapter with the highest GPA for a given academic term • Outstanding Academic Achievement Award - Recognizing any active, associate, or conditional brothers from the chapter with GPAs of 3.5 or better for a given academic term

NOTE: Applications are accepted at any time and may be considered prior to this deadline in order to accommodate earlier award presentations.

NOTE: While District Councils are asked to submit Leadership Grant requests by January 1, 2024, District Presidents can apply for any remaining Leadership Grant funds after notification by the National Council in mid-January.

6 months following the end of the relevant academic term EXAMPLE: If the Fall 2023 academic term ended on December 15th, 2023, then the deadline for awards based on that term would be June 15th, 2024.

Chapter Development Grant Program • Offering up to $1,000 per grant to support programmed events to help chapters in their fiscal operations, officer development, chapter and member development, and membership recruitment, retention, and education Matching Grant Program • Offering up to $500 per grant to help bring guest conductors and performing artists to campus for the benefit of college bands

June 30, 2024 (for grants supporting projects beginning in the Spring 2024 academic term)

AEA Scholarship Program • “AEA Distinguished Scholars” with 3.75 GPA or better – selected scholars receive scholarships (each up to $2,000) • “AEA Honored Scholars” with a 3.5 GPA or better – selected scholars receive scholarships (each up to $1,000)

July 1, 2024 (for consideration by the National Council in Summer 2024)

Distinguished Service to Music Medal • Serving as the highest award presented by Kappa Kappa Psi and recognizing individuals for their outstanding contributions to bands in the fields of composition, concert band, marching band, instrumental music education, artist performer, industrial research and progress, contributing laymen, alumni achievement, and fraternity service Bohumil Makovsky Memorial Award • Recognizing outstanding conductors in the college bands W. Francis McBeth Student Musicianship Award • Recognizing active, associate, or conditional brothers who exemplify the highest standards of musical achievement Silver Baton Award • Recognizing individuals, including band educators, volunteers, administrators, and others, for service to bands of noteworthy, sustained, and continuous quality Band Excellence Awards • Citation of Excellence - Recognizing junior high and high school band members for their outstanding achievement during summer band camp activities • F. Lee Bowling Musical Excellence Award - Recognizing junior high and high school band members who have demonstrated excellence in their band programs

No deadline (applications are accepted at any time)

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A Journey into Service, Brotherhood and Leadership Marina Peña Guiot National AABOD Chair, Kappa Kappa Psi

“I’m sorry, but this will be your last semester at UGA.” I still remember my mom saying these words to me

halfway through my sophomore year at the University of Georgia in 2009. I was completely heartbroken. Before college, I had worked so hard to become the first in my family to attend a university in the United States and receive an acceptance letter from my dream school. Growing up as an undocumented Mexican immigrant in Georgia was never easy, and it ultimately played a part in cutting my time short as a UGA student and an active Kappa Mu brother for financial reasons. I felt robbed partially because I never expected to find a group of people like those in the Kappa Mu chapter. They were the first to help push me out of my bubble. They took a chance on me and followed through.

So I told myself the only thing that barely helped me survive that semester: “I should try to enjoy these last few months as a KKPsi brother because my time in the Fraternity will all be over after the 2009 National Convention this summer.” That gut-wrenching experience ended up being one of the biggest turning points in my life since leaving my small hometown of Zihuatanejo, Mexico, at an incredibly young age and joining a band in middle school. I still felt like I had so much left in me to contribute. But how?

Not going to lie. I was really upset for a long time but eventually remembered that Kappa Mu took a chance on me for a reason, and now it was my turn to follow through with my commitment to the

brotherhood. This mindset set me on the path of joining the baritone section in Georgia State University’s inaugural marching band when I transferred to my new school, serving as the Founding President of the Nu Alpha chapter at Georgia State for two years, being elected to serve on the KKPsi Southeast District Alumni Association Board of Directors and, later on, the Alumni Association Board of Directors, and receiving some much-appreciated recognitions.

While there have been many wonderful memories since being initiated into the brotherhood, it hasn’t all been sunshine and rainbows, nor did all those dehumanizing racist moments happen many years ago – some occurred fairly recently. Did those moments affect me? Absolutely. After all, I’m only human, and it stung even more because of my personal immigrant experiences in this country. The most upsetting aspect wasn’t that those moments were happening both behind my back and directly to my face, but of where they took place. Thankfully, the friendships I’ve made in KKPsi and TBS have always lifted me back up when I’ve needed them the most. Our mutual love for band and service has always been there to re-center me and strengthen my why.

As new, inspirational brothers came into my life, they showed me that they were willing to not only take a chance on me but help me get to the point where I started believing more in myself so that I could continue taking more chances even as an alumna. One of my favorite experiences as an alumna has been serving as a Petitioning Group Advisor a few times. I HIGHLY recommend signing up to

Group of friends from different districts and generations showing their unswerving love and support after the Passing of the AABOD Chair Gavel. Pictured: Brittany Biberston, Ruben Anfoso, Michael Land, Miaka Kemp, Hunter Moreland, Greg Boike, Dionicio Dino Cardenas, Molly Schaefer, Marina Peña Guiot, Eriek Childs, Jon Guiot, Mykalea Earnhardt, Victoria Liu, Nic Aquila, Soph Greenwood, Ethan Etheridge, and Brittany Woodruff.

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volunteer as an official advisor or reaching out to learn more about the experience.

As alumni, many of us aren’t familiar with the Road To Wisdom as it is still fairly new, but your fellow Petitioning Group Advisors are there with you every step of the way. The lesson plans are already there, so you just need to put yourself into the lessons you lead to make them come alive. It can take a lot of time, but the petitioning group members made the experience worthwhile because of their dedication and creativity. Jessica Lee, Bang Co, and Dr. Nic Rorrer all took a chance on me when they asked if I would be interested in serving as an advisor. The feeling of knowing that they believed enough in me to offer such a big responsibility was greater than the nervousness I felt during my advisor experience. I had to take a chance on myself, too.

Outside of being the Nu Alpha chapter president, I never had the opportunity to go for any district leadership experiences during my active years. Needless to say, I was pretty hesitant when my best friend, Zach Stoddard, and a few friends kept insisting that I apply to be a candidate for the KKPsi Southeast District Alumni Association Board of Directors a few years ago. It took some time, but I ultimately went for it and got elected.

Several years later, Nic Rorrer sent me a Facebook message asking if I’ve ever thought about running for the Alumni Association Board of Directors. I had to re-read his message at least five times before realizing I had read it correctly the first time. Me? Serve the Fraternity on a NATIONAL level? It’s true that I had been a brother for quite some time at that point, but I wasn’t that well known. I also didn’t have any district officer experience, which seemed to be the case for many of the national leadership members at that time. I had to remind myself to pause long enough to realize that someone whom I’ve long respected and admired was reaching out to show his support and confidence that I could be a great contribution to the AABOD. We didn’t know each other that well, but he still knew me well enough to believe I could do it. I chose to take a chance. A few years later, some friends started asking if I’ve ever considered being AABOD Chair. This took a lot more time for

self-reflection for various reasons. I am forever indebted to those willing to have deep conversations about the possibility of taking on that role. Ultimately, our alumni brothers chose to re-elect me, and my fellow AABOD members voted for me to serve as Chair.

Regardless of the less-than-pleasant experiences I’ve endured in the Fraternity, I chose to respond in the only way my brothers and sisters have instilled in me: I took a chance on myself and persevered. Our journeys throughout Kappa Kappa Psi have many twists and turns, but each comes with its own set of choices.

Believe me, I know it’s not always going to be easy, and oftentimes, we need the love and support from our brothers along the way.

Once upon a time, a chapter took a chance to extend an offer of membership to each of us for a reason. As we proceed through our own Kappa Kappa Psi journeys as active and alumni brothers, remember that we spend more time as alumni than as active, continue the cycle of support for each other, and keep taking chances on yourself.

Nu Alpha Chapter Charter Members” photo: Nu Alpha Chapter Charter Members before a home football game during their inaugural season. Pictured: Shaun Evans, Kyle Lucas, Nick Tanner, Chris VanBuskirk, Jordan Crawford, Soleil Lee, Megan Glasscock, Ryan Tucker, Zach Stoddard, Kendrick Fern, Nick Caputa, June Gray, Alex Williams, Michelle VanBuskirk, Marina Peña Guiot, Katie Phillips, Cassie Trout, and Bowen Hoadley.

2023-2023 AABOD at the 2023 National Convention Alumni Ice Ice Breaker Social. Pictured: Michael Blander, Chris Giles, Greg Boike, Donald Lee, Dino Cardenas, Brittany Biberston, Miranda Cook, and Marina Peña Guiot.

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K appa K appa Psi Lifetime Donors

Kappa Kappa Psi would not be the fraternity it is today without the leadership, vision, and loyal support of our alumni and friends.

Please accept our sincere thanks for your ongoing and loyal support. We want to make you aware that the donation lists you will see below are based on the last 15 years of computerized records. We value your contributions to the Fraternity and wish to have you recognized here accurately. If you have additions or corrections to this list, please contact Aaron Moore at moore@kkytbs.org.

Strive For The Highest Society $50,000-$150,000

Ken Corbett The Bohumil Makovsky Guiding Spirit Society $20,000- $49,999

Rod Chesnutt Danny George Derrick Mills Max & Susan Mitchell Al & Gladys Wright The Crown Pearl Society $10,000- $19,999

James Alexander, Jr. Brent Cannon Adam Cantley & Joe Panzer Stanley G. Finck Eric Morson Steven C. Nelson Michelle Turenne The Buell J. Staton Charitable Trust The Kerr Foundation, Inc.

The Founder's Circle $5,000-$9,999 Sarah Casias Lance Coochyouma John Finocchiaro Matthew Grieco Jack & Jessica Lee Marc Martinez Malinda Matney Andrew S. Mullin Michael Napolitano Nic Rorrer Ed Savoy Frank Stubbs & Tom Lee

The President's Circle $1,000-$4,999 Kimberly Ahokas Stephen Barrett Christine Beason Alison Beidler Michael Blander Greg Boike Mark & Rose Bradbourne Robert Bratcher Byron Bryson Marie Burleigh Robert Bylski Samuel Cavaliere Bang Co

Adam Connolly Jen Costello Matthew Cotton Lisa Croston Jen DiBenedetto Sally & Lynn Dixon Gayl Doster Key Bank Foundation Isaac Frank Morgan Fritz Brian Green Alan Harriet Chris Haughee Michael Henderson Larry Hubbard Michael & Dawn Huskey Dave Justin Ashley Keller Wendell Kimbrough Marco Krcatovich, II Molly Kuchan Noah Leininger Jerry Lewis Michael Lindsay Victoria Liu Hannah May Craig McClure Rosalyn McDonald Melvin & Cathy Miles Daniel Miller Kelly Miller Jason Mlady Bruce Moss Peter Murray Rebecca Myers Kelly Nellis Nick Nickodemus David Oakley Joseph Oblick Maxy O’Connor Mike Osborn Elaine Ostrander Brian Parker John D. & Jessica L. Pasquale Denali Pearce-Alt Nate Pickett Alan Pine Chris Pratt Preston Ramsey Tammi Ramsey Kirk Randazzo Benjamin Rebeske Dan Reisinger Kate Rohrich Charlene Ronne Kadeem Sabari Doug Stotter Daniel Strinkoski Nichole Taylor Evan Thompson Samuel Viggiano Bill Welch

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Richard Worthington Chris Young National Alumni Association Northeast District Alumni Association Southeast District Alumni Association Tau Beta Sigma Alumni Association Zeta Chi Alumni Association CyberGrants

The Director's Club $500-$999

Rick Albani Nick Annan Debbie & Glenn Baker Laura Borzellieri Nicholas Bratcher Steven Brink John Cassidy Kyle Chaulk Brian Collins Kevin Diana Harold Eason Veronica Graves Tim Greenwell Amy & Doug Heavilin Kevin James Henry Kellogg Donald Lee Kasey Lewis Kevin Lindow Jeffrey Meador Andy Melvin Matthew & Holly Moore James Moreland Michael Osborn Tom Ostrander Marina Pena Guiot Linda Rae Jeffrey R. Raff Alan Rollow Phil Rubin Franklin Russell, Jr. William Sandy Al Sergel Maria Singer Samuel Smith Di Spiva Nick Verbanic Daniel Wingard, Jr. Greggory Woite Kiesha Yelverton Dennis Yu Association of Concert Bands Omicron Alumni Association Southwest District Alumni Association

The Blue and White Club $250-$499

Lexi Adams Jacque Alston Kristopher Banton Larry Beeby Tom Billings Kenneth Brodhead Erwin Brown Eriek Childs Dominador Coloyan Colter Comstock Michael Coppola Jacob & Molly Coughlin Burt Daigle Samuel Dinkins, III Emily Donovan Paul Droste Mykalea Earnhardt Bill & Kelly Eidson Rassii Elliott Daniel Everard Ben Friedman Deb Friedman Michael Golemo Arupa Gopal Talia Green Corey Herron Edwin Hornbrook Meg Jarrell Chris Joyce Bert King Gary Lanman Linda Matney Scott & Carolyn McCambridge Wendy McCann Mark McCarthy Grant Miller Hunter Murphy Jessica Needham Erik Oliva Jason Ortiz Catherine Oster Gary Overstreet Brian Paster Nathan Pruitt Robert Rahn, Jr. Josh Ratliff Clarence Revelle Eugene Rhemann O. Andrew Rhodes Eric Rowsey William Salluzzo Norman Sanford Walter Schilling, Jr. Dan Schweichler Tom Sirridge Darren Smith Tory Smith Joshua Spaulding

Scott Stowell Hailey Sult Jennifer Taylor Krista Tetrick Dave Tyler Bruce Vanderhoof Victor Whitney, Jr. Marcus Wyche Bret Zawilski Burton Zipser Midwest District Alumni Association Western District Alumni Association The Garage Blackbaud Giving Fund

Friend of Kappa Kappa Psi Up to $249 Mallory Adams Blakeney Adlam Patsy Adlam Carter Adler Ron Adolph Ashley Ahr Dominic Alati, Jr. Frank Albers Amy Alexander Renard Alexander Brett Alford Christopher Alsip Austin Ambrose Bruce Amsel Ashley Anderson Jacob Ankrum Jay Arnold Ema Carpenter Thomas Avery Mattie J. Awtrey Luke Balas Michelle Banis Clif Banner Jeff Banning Melissa Bannon Jordan Barnes Anne Barrios Darryl Barrios Heidi Bartholomew Adam Bates Darin Battle Menzo Battle Crystal Bays Christopher Bedard Heather Belcher Kerry Belton Nicole Benedict Carly Bergstein Lemuel Berry, Jr. Karl Bevins Charles Billingsley Anthony Billy Powers Bilodeau Eric Black Laura Blake Casey Blankenship James Bleil Jacob Boesch

Anita Bohn Carl Bolte, Jr. Robert Bonar Eugene Bonos Raymond Borrell Frederick Bowers Kathrine Boyer Whitney Boygents Carroll Boykins Teresa Bracken Timothy Bracken Justin Brady Erica Brandon Meredith Braselman Harold Bray Alex Brock Beth Bronk Torey Brooks Caryl Brown James Brown Robert Brown William Brown, Jr. Joseph Bryant Kelly Buchalski Trevor Buchan Michael Buckstein Sky Buffington Jordan Burgin Kaylee Burrrell Javan Burrier Deborah Cantley Dino Cardenas Beth Carr Sue Robash Carr Joseph Carr, II Nathan Carreon Andrew Carroll Sarah Carten Sam Carter Bill Cartus Lauren Case Dani Case Toni Castle Gabrielle Cellante Ronnie Chalmers, Jr. Darran Champs Betsy Charles Cassandra Chenoweth Anthony Clay Dr. C. Ron Clodfelter TJ Coleman Charles Coley Caileen Collins Ray Collins Shana Collins Christopher Colvin Emerson Colvin Michael Conway Christa Cook Miranda Cook Chad Cooper Matthew Cope Raymon Correa Sierra Corvin Rebecca Coughlin William Cring Cheryl Crump Arthur Crutcher Mike Cullen Tyler Curbeam Sean Damon Cherry Danielson Jack Davenport Sylvanus Davies Jeff Davis Tommy Davis William Davis Gerilee Davison Thomas Deacy Aaron Dean Sara DeDona Brian Del Signore MaryJo Desprez Edie DeVine Scott DeVine William Dick Mike Dill

Kathy Dodd Logan Dominguez Facebook Donations Keith Dougerty Townes Douglas Mary Doyle Robert Dubois Blake Dye Micah Easty Valina Eckley Andrew Eden Debbie Eder Michael Edwards Tracy Edwards Eric Eisert Robert Eley Johnnie Eller Erin Engle Amanda Esposito Gerald Evans William Ewan Chad Eyer Dana Facchine Curtis Falany Tony Falcone Jeremy J. Fallon Casey Fariss Paul Faulkner Angela Finamore Jeffrey Fink David Finkel Jon Firman Kerri Fitzgerald Sarah Fitzgerald John Fitzgibbon Daniel Flores Ross Fondren VMware Foundation Danielle Francis Cathy Frank Gerald Frank Rebekah Franolich Bryan G. Frazier Jared Friedl Daniel Fulmer Andrew Fuls Donald Galyean Garret Gardenhire Sidney Gatch Nina Gerlock Jordan Gilbertson Michael Gillespie Lisa Gillett Paypal Giving Fund Mali Glaister Howard Gluckman Benjamin Godfrey George Godfrey, III Alan Goeringer Network for Good Griffin Goodman Steve Gowans, Jr. James Graber Kris Grabowski Jesse Granados Doice Grant Christopher Grapis JP Gravitt William Green Nicholas Greeson Patty Griffin Jaydee Griffith Jacqueline Grim Adrian Guess Jonathan Guiot Sara Guse Roldan Gutierrez Jim Haden David Hahn Alix Diane Hall Jerome Hall Wilbur Hall Bradley Hammett Denise Hampton Gregg Hankins Robert Hardin Ann Harrington

Mariamne Harrington Noelle Harris Michael hart Nick Hartley Holli Hartman Shawna Hatten Amy Hayes Nichole Hazelwood Donald Hearrell Danielle Hebel Natasha Helme Suzanne Hemond Hiram Henry Vincent Hercules Allyson Heslop Nathan Hicks Russ Hietpas Eduardo Higareda John Abe Hill, III David Hinman Raymond Holley Mark Hollis Ralph Holloway Donald Hondrum Joseph Horvath Evan Hoskin Nick Hoskins Jamie House Michael Howard Paul Howard, Jr. Nicole Howard-Francis Alexis Howell Jason Huesman Lloyd Hughes Edward Hunter Tron Hunter Sean Hunter Karel Husa William Ingraffia Bill Ivey Rob Izzo Daniel Jackson David Jackson Jerome Jackson George James Eldon Janzen Donta Joe Abigail Johnson Roy Arnold Johnson, Life Member, Gamma Pi Vanessa Johnson Kenny Johnson, II Will Johnston Herman Jung Logan Kageorge John Karandisevsky Alex Keck Phillip Kelly, III Tom Kelman Austin Kelso Raymond Kim Laura Kimberly Kimberly King Linda King Andrew Kinsey Charles Kinzer, Jr. Jean Kloker Arnold Kummerow Eric Ladish Sean LaFollette David Lafont Brian Lamb Ernest Lambert Kat Lambino Eric Lance Michael Land Jerry Lane Ryan Largent Kenneth Lastowka Esther Lee Nancy Lee Robert Lee Allison Leemann Christian Leichenauer Kelsey LeRoy Chuck Lester Michelle Letendre

Deborah Lewis Kaana Lewis Malinda Lewis Scotty Lewis Tim Liebrock John Lipphardt Michael Livingston Lawrence Lloyd Michael Logan Ryback Cyzr Lomboy Karissa Longo Kent Love-Ramirez Blake Loy Christopher Lukasik Rebeccah Lutz Alex MacDonald Preston Mahr Meghan Major Jonathan Markowski Darin Martin Thomas Martin, Jr. Adam Martini Peter Marvin, Jr. Frank Marzen Peter Mast Glenn Mathews James May Robert Hawk May John Mazarek John McCann Robert McChain Leslie McClure Brandon McCormick John McDaniel Kelli McDoulett Keegan McGill Harold McHail Lester McKinney Sheila McKinney Emily McPeake Joyce McPhail Dean McVay Matthew Meadows Sarah Meisinger Ian Merkel John W. Middleton Mitch Mikuchonis Lauren Milbourn Garland Milford, Jr. Justin Millana Megan Miller Terry Miller Tony Miller Adam Mills Gary Mills Jacob Mitchell Kyle Mitchell Trevor Mitchell Leon Moll Mark Money Aaron Moore Edwin Moore Roderick Moore Kristen Moreno Kathy Morgan Debbie Morris Jason Morris Len Morse Brent Morton Eric Moser Dixie Mosier-Greene Tom Mullen Betsy Murtola Crystal Nadi Stacey Nagle Alyssa Neel Claudia Nelson Rodney Nelson Eric Newsome Jude Ngo Viet Nguyen James Nuechterlein Daniel Oakes Tarshae Odom Katie O’Flaherty Patricio Olivarez, III Alexander Ollerton

Rachel Olsen Dollie O’Neill James Orlando Myles Overton Nate Page Toury Parkman Joseph Payne Joseph Pearson Adam Peterson Laura Phillips Andy Pickett Andrew Pickett Bill Piel Christopher Pike Susan Pile Lizzi Pineiro Walter Pittman Scott Powers Heather Pragel Kim Pretzer William Price, Sr. Cameron Pride James Prince Chad Proudfoot Phillip Pugh Eddie Raber Linda Rae & Andrew Hertz Penny Ragatz Tenaya Ramey Bryan Raya Zack Rebarchek Marc Renaud Michael Rich Payton Rielly Cat Robbins Joseph Roberts Kevin Rob-Ford Paul Robinson Jake Rocco James Rocke Richard Rodean Charles Rogol Chuck Rogol Tony Roscoe Ryan Rottman Shelley Rowan Marcus Rowden Donald Rubottom, II Lisa Ruffcorn Franklin T. Russell Seth Sacher Molly Schaefer Randy Scheid Rosemary Schick Alyson Schilling Walter Schilling Carol Schmidt Kathleen Schoelwer James Schrader Steven Schriver Joseph Sciarrino Michael Sciarrino Franco Scinicariello Kirk Scott Tyrone Scott Lauren Seiler Alejandro Selgas Christopher Senior Matthew Shaffer Bryce Shelton Darryel Sheppard Kayla Shortnacy Will Shropshire Davis Shullenberger Zara Simpson Garth Slack Timothy Slater Marjorie Smelt Brian Smith Darren Smith, Life Member, Gamma Chi Chapter Frederick Smith Jonathan Smith Justin Smith Stefan L. Smith

Derrick Snead Gerald Solomon David & Marilyn Solomon Sharon Soma Nick Sondag Joshua Spears Elizabeth Spirko LeMikkos Starks Joseph Stempien Zachary Stewart Zachary Stoddard Gail Stout John Stratton Eryn Streeter Brendan Sullivan Michelle Taam Barry Taff Tyrone Tarplin Jessie Tatum Aspen Taylor Darryl Taylor Jacob Temme Akilah Thomas Michelle Thomas Kyle Thompson Laura Thompson Robert Thurston Brad Townsend Michael Trimm Barbara Tucker Jacob Turnbow Thomas Ulrich, Jr. Michael Uttley Antwone Vass Nina Vatter Stephan Vazquez Louis Vespoli Dawn Victor-Herring John Visgaitis Anthony Vittore Leland Vliet Jeffrey Waldschmitt Sharon Walker Cheryl Wallace Jeff Wallace Reggie Wallace Dirk Washington Edison Waters Tom Watterson Nick Wedler Michelle Wedster Christopher Wee Jonathan Weir Nick Weise Jacob Welper Nicole Wessell Leonardo White Marty Whitehead Rod Whiteman Lyle Whybrew Clinton Wieden Kerri Winkle Alexandra M I Williams Joe Williams Whitney Walterhouse Kelly Wills Matthew Wilson Antonio Wooden Edward Woodis Douglas Woodruff Kaylah Wright-Soler Brent Wyrick Greater Houston Alumni Association Low Country Alumni Association Qdoba The Hideaway Salesforce.org Matching Grant Benevity Community Impact Fund Salesforce.org Matching Grant

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Century Club Members Celebrating our 1946 Club and Century Club donors!

Being a monthly donor to the Tau Beta Sigma Trust Fund is one of the best ways to ensure the continued legacy and success of our organization.

The Century Club is aimed at helping donors begin a monthly giving journey, individuals contribute $9.00 monthly to sustain their support of the mission and ideals of Tau Beta Sigma.

Harrison Calvert Debra Crawford Ciara Gibbs Timothy Greenwell, Jr. Sami Kinnison Allison Leemann Misty Lovejoy Christopher Lukasik Rosalyn McDonald Nwachukwu Oputa Christina Reed Olivia Stewart-Costa David Stookey Jessica Stookey

Through the 1946 Club, individuals contribute $19.46 monthly to sustain their support of the mission and ideals of Tau Beta Sigma.

1946 Club Members David Alexander, Jr. Marcos Alvarez Carrie Anthony Glenn & Debbie Baker Danielle Blackwell Justin Brady Lance Coochyouma Debra Crawford Lisa Croston Morgan Darling Christina Dean Emily Donovan Jason Dornbush Katie Dukes Kelly Eidson Dawn Farmer Christopher Foster Gwyn Fox Stump Leslie Gartin Daniel George

Katherine Godwin Karon & David Hammond Hollister Hartman Kelli Jones Kathryn Kelly Allison Leemann Kellie Leitz Shannon Lotti Miranda Loveall Marisa Lunde Nikki Lyons Rosalyn McDonald Brian Main Jonathan Markowski Theodore McCadden, Jr. Scott & Carolyn McCambridge Wendy McCann Leslie McClure Christy McKinney Rhonda McKinney

Melanie Meehan Cathleen Miles Caleb Morris Ovura Murphy Steven Nelson Jean Newman Stephani Noar Shalyn Nystrom Dollie O’Neill Maisha Paggett Erika Pope Adrienne Rall Chelsea Rasing Linnetta Ratliff Zachary Rebarchek Kelsey Reilly Mary Rhodes Mellinna Ridout Sue Robash Carr Nicholas Rorrer

Nicole Sanchez April Sansing Jennifer Scott Amber Scott Scott Sergeant Kimberlina Sigle Zara Simpson Tiffany Singleton-Walker Kelly Sipko Jessica Smith Meghan Smith Rebekah Tarplin Evan Thompson Julia Tordo Christina Uili Terri White Kristin Wright Tyra Yiare-Holloway Chelsea Zuniga

Continue your Tau Beta Sigma journey by giving back as part of our monthly giving clubs.

To join the Century Club visit:

www.tbsigma.org/centuryclub To join the 1946 Club visit:

www.tbsigma.org/1946club

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Generosity of mind, heart and hand…

The rich history and legacy of Tau Beta Sigma thrives and continues to grow thanks to the loyalty and passion of all who have financially supported the organization. On behalf of the Tau Beta Sigma Board of Trustees, we wish to extend our sincerest gratitude to the following individuals for their total contributions across the years.

Wava Banes Founder Society $20,000 - $49,000 Alan Harriet Max Mitchell Kelly Collaborative Medicine

Crown Pearl Society $10,000 - $19,999 Glenn & Debbie Baker Stanley G. Finck Wava Henry Rosalyn McDonald

Golden Lyre Circle $5,000 - $9,999 Lisa Croston Bill & Kelly Eidson Dr. Dawn Farmer Daniel George Kathryn Kelly Jonathan L. Markowski Melvin & Cathy Miles Christopher Miller Jean Newman Erika Pope

Red Rose Circle $1,000 - $4,999

Justin Brady Gretchen Buchen & Kathy Rodeffer Sue Robash Carr Lance Coochyouma Ken Corbett Debra Crawford Jen DiBenedetto Emily Donovan Jason Dornbush Judith Dulcich Chris Foster Leslie Gartin Katherine Godwin Christina Gordon David & Karon Hammond Holli Hartman Patsy Hejl Reese Henry Debbie Kaplan Samantha Kinnison Allison Leemann

Christopher Lukasik Heather Marshall Marc Martinez Ted McCadden Scott & Carolyn McCambridge Wendy McCann Leslie McClure Donna McCormick Melanie Meehan Peter Murray Shalyn Nystrom David Oakley Dollie O’Neill Catherine Oster Elaine Ostrander Maisha Paggett Adrienne Rall Chelsea Rasing Linetta Ratliff Zachary Rebarchek Kathy Rider Carla A. Robinson Nicole Sanchez April Sansing Scott Sergeant Kimbi Sigle Zara Simpson Jessica Smith Frank Stubbs & Tom Lee Evan Thompson Sandra Weese Janet West Miller Leeann Wieser Kristin Wright Alpha Delta Chapter Beta Chapter Beta Gamma Chapter Eta Rho Chapter Eta Sigma Chapter National Chapter (KKPsi) National Chapter (TBS) Theta Xi Chapter Zeta Delta Chapter North Central District Northeast District Southeast District Southwest District Western District

White and Blue Circle $500 - $999 David Alexander, Jr. Marcos Alvarez Lennie Ambelang Courtney Biagas Meredith Brazzell

Beth Bronk Skylar Buffington Renee Cartee Omega Chapter Paula Crider Morgan Darling Susie DePinto Katie Dukes Kevin Earnest Edward Elsea, III Paypal Giving Fund Timothy Greenwell, Jr. Lois Gribler Kim Hamilton Carol Kruse Katie Langley Kellie Leitz Marla Lewiski Marisa Lunde Malinda Matney Kelli Jones Monika Monk Caleb Morris Dr. Thea Murphy Steven Nelson Norma Parrish Theresa Powell Linda Rae Kelsey Reilly Constance Reishus Nicholas Rorrer Amber Scott Jennifer Scott Ashlyn Simmons Tiffany Singleton Kelly Sipko David Stookey Jessica Stookey Mary Stuart Tyra Yiare Chelsea Zuniga Network for Good

Sisterhood Circle $250 - $499

Trudy Adler Southwest District Alumni Association Carrie Anthony Legacy Asset Management Birkofer Joanna M. Bonner Adam Cantley & Joe Panzer Tammy Carethers Brian Carrier Convention Attendees

Alpha Omega Chapter Alpha Theta Chapter Gamma Nu Chapter Theta Mu Chapter Zeta Omega Chapter Zeta Psi Chapter Alison Clanton Patrick Corbett John Finocchiaro Gwyn Fox Stump RJ Gammon Mary Gibson Mary Gradisher Sylvia Halbardier Tamara Henry Georganne Hodges Jennifer Khasilev Marco Krcatovich, II Brian Kubacak Jack & Jessica Lee Lueen Lindsay Susan Lodal Shannon Lotti Nikki Lyons Heather Mackey Brian Main Rene Mark Suzanne Marques Christy McKinney Eric Morson Kaitlyn Musterman Stephani Noar Robin Oegerle Nwachukwu Oputa Pauline Ottaviano Christina Reed Mikaela Rhodes Mellinna P. Ridout Marie Scilacci Ann Sheets in honor of Frank Stubbs Meghan Smith Sibyl Snyder Stacey Stenerson Olivia Stewart-Costa Jennifer Tracy Christina Uili Georgette Washington Terri White Siobhan Wilkes Julia Woodson Marcus Wyche Sales Force.org Match Intel Matching Grant Program

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In Loving Memory

KARI TORKELSON ANDERSON

RONALD BLAKELEY

JENNIFER N BRADFORD KAPPA BETA (ΚΚΨ) CLEMSON UNIVERSITY APRIL 27, 2023

SIGMA(ΚΚΨ) OHIO NORTHERN UNIVERSITY SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

EMILY K. COLLINS

JOHN WILLIAM DITZLER

MR KATRAEVIAN DOMINIC

JOHN FLEMING

JOHNNY DERAND FORD

GENE JAMES GERMANI

MERRY BETH HYLAND HALL

JIM C. HOLLIMAN

RONALD EUGENE LANGFORD

CHARLES J LIGNELLI

WALTER ALLEN LOUNSBERY

BRITTNY LORIN MALONE

ZETA DELTA (TBΣ) UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS MARCH 19, 2023

GAMMA KAPPA (TBΣ) DELTA OMICRON (KKY HONORARY) UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT JULY 2, 2023

ZETA NU (ΚΚΨ) SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY APRIL 2, 2023

GAMMA PI (ΚΚΨ) PURDUE UNIVERSITY AUGUST 13, 2023

CANDENCE MOORE NIXON

EPSILON LAMBDA (TBΣ) NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIV. MAY 24, 2023

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GAMMA IOTA(ΚΚΨ) UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO JANUARY 23, 2023

GAMMA PI (ΚΚΨ) PURDUE UNIVERSITY JULY 7, 2023

DELTA OMEGA (ΚΚΨ) FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY JULY 16, 2023

DELTA OMICRON (ΚΚΨ) UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT JUNE 5, 2023

IOTA BETA (ΚΚΨ) ALCORN STATE UNIVERSITY APRIL 3, 2023

ETA OMICRON (ΚΚΨ) JAMES MADISON UNIVERISTY FEBRUARY 19, 2023

DELTA GAMMA (ΚΚΨ) UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI ROLLA AUGUST 11, 2021

WAYNE EUGENE MULLER

ALPHA (ΚΚΨ) OKLAHOMA A&M COLLEGE MARCH 25, 2023

LARRY DARNELL REID EPSILON LAMBDA (ΚΚΨ) WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

JON CLEVENGER

ALPHA TAU (ΚΚΨ) UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS JULY 15, 2023

ALPHA OMICRON (ΚΚΨ) TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY JULY 19, 2023

DELTA THETA (TBΣ) ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY FEBRUARY 27, 2023

LARRY IRWIN RESTINE ALPHA PSI (ΚΚΨ) WEST TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY FEBRUARY 25, 2023

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AARON KELLER RETTIG ALPHA PSI (ΚΚΨ) WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY JULY 24, 2023

DONALD E SCHMAUS GAMMA PI (ΚΚΨ) PURDUE UNIVERSITY OCTOBER 31, 2022

DANNY PHIL VENABLE EPSILON LAMBDA (ΚΚΨ) WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY FEBRUARY 14, 2022

JOHN KEVIN RHODES ZETA CHI (ΚΚΨ) UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

WILLIAM JAMES SHEPHERD JR ALPHA DELTA (ΚΚΨ) OHIO UNIVERSITY AUGUST 29, 2023

DR. IRVIN WAGNER BETA GAMMA (ΚΚΨ) LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

RICHARD ANTHONY ROBINSON

JAMES CHESTER RORIE JR.

ROBERT W. SMITH

DR. WILLIAM GLEN VARNUM

ZETA SIGMA (ΚΚΨ) NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY MARCH 24, 2021

IOTA ZETA (ΚΚΨ) TROY STATE UNIVERSITY SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 SEE A TRIBUTE ON PG 17

DR. JAY WALTON

OMICRON (ΚΚΨ) WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY JULY 23, 2023

ZETA SIGMA (ΚΚΨ) NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY APRIL 19, 2021

ALPHA (ΚΚΨ) OKLAHOMA A&M COLLEGE MARCH 13, 2023

MICAH ANIAS WILLIAMS

NU MU (ΚΚΨ) KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY JULY 27, 2023

DONALD HUNSBERGER

Recipient of the ΚΚΨ Distinguished Service to Music Medal, 2013 November 5, 2023 Donald Hunsberger (ABA 1971 - August 2, 1932 - November 5, 2023) served as the conductor of the Eastman Wind Ensemble from 1965 until 2002. He also held the position of Professor of Conducting at the Eastman School of Music. Generally regarded as a key contributor to the rise of the modern wind ensemble in the twentieth century, Hunsberger’s notable contributions include conducting, recording, and arranging music for winds.

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Moving?

Don’t forget to notify the PODIUM of your new address

National Headquarters Kappa Kappa Psi Tau Beta Sigma National Honorary Fraternity/Sorority P.O. Box 849 Stillwater, OK 74076-0849

Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Jefferson City, MO PERMIT NO. 210

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Complete above and return with old address label to: Kappa Kappa Psi/Tau Beta Sigma P.O. Box 849, Stillwater, OK 74076-0849

PODIUM & BATON INDEXING PROJECT The Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma history and archives teams are excited to announce a project to index the joint publication of our organizations, The Podium. The Baton is the early year’s publication for Kappa Kappa Psi and is included in this indexing project.

The history of our organizations comes alive when you look back at older editions of the publications. As part of the process to document the history of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma, we are embarking on this project now so that by 2019 we will be in the position to provide a documented history of our organizations.

July 15-18, 2025

If you would like to assist in this project, please contact Aaron Moore at hqacc@kkytbs.org. You will be able to do this indexing on your on time and schedule.

You will be asked what edition of the Podium or Baton you would like to index (possibly the years you were an active member). We will send you that edition as a PDF document, along with an Excel file to document the issue, instructions, and an example issue.

natcon.kkytbsonline.com

Thank you for supporting Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma. We hope you will see the value in this project and commit to indexing one or more issues.