THE WALL ST. ALPHA REPORT The official Wall Street Alphas newsletter, Kappa Xi Lambda Chapter, NYC
February / March 2010
Vol. 3, No. 3
Are you ready for “The Conversation?” by Bro. Sean Henry
The “Conversation” will be a small group townhall style discussion, centered on topics covered in Hill Harper’s new book, “The Conversation”. The event is jointly-sponsored by the Alpha Kappa Alpha’s PKO chapter and the Wall Street Alphas. Potential discussion topics include: •The roots of the breakdown in the black family •The myth that there are no mature, single, black male professionals •What women can do to alleviate the “heaviness” they sometimes attach to dating •What men can do to break the cycle of being a “player” •The difference between sex and intimacy •Bridging the communication gap •Self-worth and net worth The “Conversation” will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010. Seating is limited and the location will be disclosed to invited guests that RSVP on a first-come, firstserved basis. Light appetizers/refreshments will be provided. Psychologist, Dr. Alexandra McGlashan, will help facilitate the forum and offer professional advice and commentary throughout the discussion. The goal of this event will be to open a dialogue so that men and women can begin learning new ways to foster more cohesive communication with respect to dating, relationships, and marriage. Please RSVP early and be prepared to engage in a lively discussion. See the flyer with contact details in this newsletter.
President’s Letter Dear Brothers and Guests, Happy Black History Month! As most of you know, Black History Month is a national annual observance for remembering important people and events in the history of the African Diaspora. Some may point out that the designated month of February is the shortest month of the year. I am one for observing Black history everyday but in the Age of Obama, how much significance do we still put on BHM? The remembrance originated in 1926 by Carter G. Woodson as “Negro History Week”. Woodson chose the second week in February because it marked the birthdays of two Americans who greatly influenced the lives and social condition of African Americans: former President Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist and former slave Frederick Douglass. Over time Negro History Week grew to become Black History Month. While I was growing up, it seemed that great importance was put on BHM. In school, we learned of great inventors, civil rights leaders, authors, athletes and entertainers. We watched important movies and documentaries like Roots and Eyes on the Prize. In college, we also had activities and celebrations sponsored by Campus Programs as well as various departments and student organizations. Many of which I attended, participated or organized as a Continued on Page 2