2013–2016 Tillman Quadrennial Report

THE ALPHA INVESTMENT 2013-2016 QUADRENNIAL REPORT BROTHER MARK S. TILLMAN 34TH GENERAL PRESIDENT

THE ALPHA INVESTMENT 2013-2016 QUADRENNIAL REPORT BROTHER MARK S. TILLMAN 34TH GENERAL PRESIDENT

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. DEVELOPS LEADERS, PROMOTES BROTHERHOOD AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, WHILE PROVIDING SERVICE AND ADVOCACY FOR OUR COMMUNITIES.

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The success of our effort to uplift the African-American male is the civil rights issue of this generation and has nothing to do with anyone else but us, for it is our job. Mothers, grandmothers, teachers, caretakers, incarcerated parents, and even the boys themselves have reached out to Alpha men for help. In order to be men, our boys must see men.

Alpha men! – Brother Mark S. Tillman | Mentor Our Young Men Today! | July 23, 2013

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THE ALPHA INVESTMENT 2013-2016 QUADRENNIAL REPORT BROTHER MARK S. TILLMAN 34TH GENERAL PRESIDENT

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THE ALPHA INVESTMENT 2013-2016 QUADRENNIAL REPORT BROTHE R MARK S. TILLMAN 34TH GENERAL PRESIDENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 Reflections of the General President 14 Introduction 17 A Return on the Alpha Investment Administration in Review 28 2013 Year in Review

32 2015 Year in Review

30 2014 Year in Review

34 2016 Year in Review

37 Alpha Phi Alpha Highlights 39 Advocating for Our Communities 45 Recognizing Historical Milestones 55 Honors and Recognitions 57 Farewell Dear Brothers 69 Fraternal Addresses 86 Alpha Phi Alpha Leadership 89 The Alpha Investment Journey 99 Final Thoughts

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REFLECTIONS OF THE GENERAL PRESIDENT My Brothers in Alpha: In September of 1985, our late brother Michael Price, then editor of the Sphinx, spoke at my smoker when I was interested in becoming a member of the fraternity. He stated, “Ask not what Alpha can do for you…Ask what you can do for Alpha.” On November 22, 1985, I was initiated into this august body of men through Beta Phi Chapter seated at Dillard University; that is where I received my key. At my initiation banquet at Dooky Chase in New Orleans, Louisiana, I was told to hold the name of Alpha Phi Alpha high and that directive remains with me until this day.

You elected me as your general president in July 2012. In January 2013, I embraced the mantle of leadership to guide this organization and within the first few months of my administration, we navigated though some uncharted waters. You trusted me to elevate this organization while we remained dedicated to service and the improvement of our communities. I have been inspired by what our fraternity had to overcome and what we achieved over the last 4 years.

This Quadrennial Report documents the progress and key events of this fraternity from the moment I assumed office. Although not everything I envisioned was completed, seeds have been planted to show growth for years to come. I have been a tireless advocate for the fraternity. I have confronted challenges that tested my convictions while maintaining my respect for our members and chapters. And a focus was placed on ensuring Alpha Phi Alpha reached its 110th year by the time my term ended.

Brother A. Maceo Smith, the 17th general president, stated, “The office of general president is one of sacred trust.” You have entrusted me with some of Alpha Phi Alpha’s most respected positions. THANK YOU for your trust in my leadership to lead us into the future. ‘06!

Fraternally,

Mark S. Tillman General President

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INTRODUCTION In 1906, college men came together to form Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. They united to uplift each other in their struggle to secure a complete college education. They would go on to expand that concept to more than four hundred cities and college campuses around the globe.

They inspired men to support the mission of this fraternity throughout their communities and the nation. For one hundred ten years, servant leadership continues to be the mantra for all who abide within.

Brother Mark Stewart Tillman assumed the office of general president on January 1, 2013 as the 34th member elected to this position. Four days later, men of Alpha Phi Alpha descended upon the “Motor City” of Detroit, Michigan to witness the inauguration of Brother Tillman as the fraternity’s new leader. Surrounded by past general presidents and a civil rights icon in Brother Judge Damon Keith, he raised his hand to the heavens with family, friends, and brothers in observance and support. Brother Tillman pledged to lead solely for the greater good of his fraternity.

But before the administration of Brother Tillman could move forward, Alpha Phi Alpha needed to address a painful time in its history with the removal of Herman Mason as the 33rd general president. For the first time in Alpha Phi Alpha’s history, an acting general president was appointed by the past general presidents in April of 2012. Brother 14 | TILLMAN QUADRENNIAL REPORT | 2013-2016

Aaron Crutison Sr., the western regional vice president, was appointed as the first acting general president of the fraternity. He served in the role for the remaining 8 months of that year managing the tasks and representing Alpha Phi Alpha including events and fraternal milestones.

When Brother Tillman officially assumed the office as general president, Brother Crutison was saluted for his perseverance and leadership in guiding Alpha Phi Alpha.

Brother Tillman stated during his inaugural address, “There was no fanfare and no luncheon but he was asked to lead us through a challenging time in our fraternity.”

Brother Crutison was publicly recognized at each regional convention that year and he continued to lead his region as its vice president.

That summer at the conclusion of the 92nd General Convention in Austin, Texas, Alpha Phi Alpha was allowed to focus on its mission for the next 4 years. During that time, Alpha Phi Alpha was engaged in issues that affected the nation and the world, including; advocating against the senseless killings of young black men and women by law enforcement, assisting our Monrovia, Liberia chapter in combating the Ebola virus outbreak, supporting collegiate members protesting and combating racism at their universities, and raising over a millions dollars to combat premature births for our partner, the March of Dimes.

In the same span of time, Alpha Phi Alpha was represented at several historic events such as the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, the 50th anniversary of the Selma March to Montgomery, and the dedication of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. In addition, Alpha Phi Alpha was publicly recognized by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation for contributions to America. Alpha Phi Alpha also bid farewell to many of our members who transitioned to Omega Chapter. These men made significant contributions to history, including brothers Ozell Sutton, 26th general president; former Senator Edward Brooke; Dr. Thomas Pawley, national historian emeritus; and Dr. James E. Huger, past executive secretary.

trajectory of Alpha Phi Alpha was forever changed in recent history. But with steady leadership and a focus towards the future, Alpha Phi Alpha remains strong, financially solvent, mission focused, respected amongst its peers, and appreciated by our communities.

Continue to March Onward and Upward Towards the Light!

Alpha Phi Alpha celebrated its 110th anniversary in 2016.

The ideals of our Jewels who founded this fraternity prepared us to serve all mankind in ways they could have never imagined both globally and locally. We inspire thought leaders of the future from grammar school, through high school and after college. Alpha Phi Alpha is a beacon for humanity, and every member that took the Oath of Allegiance is asked to embrace challenges, combat oppressive acts, and be progressive in advocating for our communities.

Our Jewels inspired Alpha men to still value our membership and our membership should still have the same meaning that it did on the day we were initiated. The

Brother Aaron Crutison Sr. passes the gavel to General President Tillman.

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A Return on the Alpha Investment

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PROTECTING OUR CORPORATE IDENTITY “Alpha Phi Alpha cannot be thought of as a club. We are a legally recognized organization incorporated under applicable laws. We have affiliate entities that are formed for the benefit of growing and protecting our assets so that we can better serve our members and our communities.

Safeguarding our corporate identity, brand, structure, and affiliations are paramount. We will remain strategic,

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transparent, and compliant in our financial planning and spending as we ask members, companies, and other organizations to invest their financial resources. In addition, there will be investments in the General Office of the fraternity so that our staff resources can focus on providing efficient world-class support.�

INITIATIVES Develop and publish a formal registry of affiliate foundations within the fraternity 1. I will invest in a strategy to develop a listing of all foundations within the fraternity to promote, encourage use of, and understand all associations within Alpha Phi Alpha and its entities (regions, districts, and chapters).

Continue the commitment to the corporate office with personnel and capital investments to achieve “best in class” service and quality 1. I will invest in a strategy to drive chapter operational efficiencies and to drive the automation of functions through the use of technology, such as the development of an app to access membership information for personal and fraternal use and the ability to become financial with a chapter through our membership system.

2. I will invest in a strategy to drive quicker turnaround times from inquires to receipt of products and increase customer service satisfaction for membership services.

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• Ensure the protection and growth of our corporate assets 1. I will invest in a strategy to continue strategic investments in our headquarters facility to increase its market value.

2. I will invest in a strategy to encourage a more cohesive partnership and promote greater use of our foundations that benefit our members and community relations.

3. I will invest in a strategy to responsibly maintain budgets where we do not rely on tapping into other funding areas.

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Corrected an administrative oversight with Alpha Phi Alpha Charitable Foundation from the 87th General Convention in Orlando, Florida from 2007 Created initial list of foundations within Alpha Phi Alpha

Released the Alpha app so a member can access fraternal information via a computer or mobile device (phone, tablet) Made AlphaNET accessible through a computer or mobile device Reintroduced the Alpha Shop as an online service to purchase products Updated Alpha website that is adaptable via a computer or mobile device Introduced annual membership survey on general office service, which indicated member satisfaction had increased from previous year

Adopted accounting policies to clarify separation of duties and provide clarity in our financial operations that hold everyone accountable who manages our finances Resolved past audit comments down to one in 2013 and zero for 2014 and 2015 fiscal years Inauguration of the 34th general president [Detroit, MI] had a surplus of over $5K 92nd General Convention [Austin, TX] had a surplus of over $200K 93rd General Convention [Charlotte, NC] had a surplus of over $200K National Omega services for Sen. Edward Brooke and 26th General President Ozell Sutton were managed to budget

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COLLEGE LIFE THROUGH REAL LIFE “As men, we are confronted with many transitions in our lives that shape our values. Our perspectives change from when we enter college, through our first job and career goals, family obligations, health concerns, and in our retirement years. At every stage, we must continue to invest

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in our brothers and show that Alpha Phi Alpha can be balanced in one’s life. College days do indeed swiftly pass and we will continue to encourage our membership to stay connected to their brotherly associations that are formed at initiation.”

INITIATIVES Promote and reinforce the tools of the fraternity that support college men and their academic performance and career aspirations 1. I will invest in a strategy to expand the participation of the Alpha Leadership Academy and the College Life to Corporate Life (C2C) initiatives so that every member from every college chapter is benefiting from the programs.

2. I will invest in a strategy to reduce the number of “at-risk” chapters so that all chapters are sustainable.

3. I will invest in a strategy to provide programs so that college brothers can raise and meet academic expectations.

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• Promote opportunities that integrate and connect our membership to the fraternity at different stages in one’s life 1. I will invest in a strategy to support brotherhood development initiatives where all brothers can take advantage of fraternal mentorship opportunities.

2. I will invest in a strategy to expand on the support of the Brother’s Keeper program.

Promote Alpha vacations in between biennial general conventions 1. I will invest in a strategy to continue supporting the business of Alpha Phi Alpha while providing and promoting affordable activities that allow for brothers and their families to connect with each other and to strengthen our fraternal bond.

Continue to support the strategic vision of our organization 1. I will invest in a strategy to provide a “roadmap” to illustrate the direction of the fraternity in a transparent and concise manner.

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Adopted the Initial Membership Development Process (IMDP) Introduced new marketing strategy for Alpha Leadership Academy that lead to a 50% increase in applications Introduced new marketing strategy for Alpha scholarships, which lead to over 100% increase in applications submitted

Conducted a webinar to increase visibility and knowledge of the Brother’s Keeper program Increased use of over seven social media applications that reaches several thousand members and the general public in support of fraternal campaigns and awareness of issues Every member with valid contact information received, including email address, over 100 communications Instituted a “flat rate” for all members who took advantage of early registration for general conventions

Family vacation hosted at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida, 2014 Family vacation hosted at the Hilton Riverside and Sheraton hotels in New Orleans, Louisiana, 2016

Minutes of adopted board meetings and general conventions published on AlphaNET for transparency to membership Maintained support of the existing fraternity strategic plan Communicated transparent yearly plans and updates on organization initiatives and progress

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FIGHT ON THE ICE! “Alpha Phi Alpha will always continue to advocate and serve when called upon. Our communities need us! Our children need us! And we need to rely on each other!

It’s our duty to demonstrate our relevance if we expect to retain the same level of interest from our supporters, our partners, our communities, and ourselves. We must

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combat the external forces that continue to question and challenge our existence. Whatever confronts us, we must remain a visible, viable, and socially responsible leader to our stakeholders as we exercise the collective and stabilized strength of our membership.”

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Maintain the focus on current national programs and special projects 1. I will invest in a strategy to better showcase and integrate the programs and projects as investments in the next generation of young children and their communities.

2. I will invest in a strategy to better utilize our programs to focus more intently on youth and their development.

Thoughtfully challenge the “status quo” and responsibly provide for initiatives that will evolve our approach to new issues 1. I will invest in a strategy to provide for ways we can be more active in contemporary issues that Alpha men have been known to challenge.

2. I will invest in a strategy to evaluate our fraternal structure to better incorporate and support our international expansion.

3. I will invest in a strategy to evaluate and support the concentration of resources for the completion of the Jewels Project for the acquisition and restoration of historic properties.

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Leverage and attract corporate and community partners to align services to strengthen the fraternity’s national initiatives 1. I will invest in a strategy to continue to focus the resources of our partnerships and sponsors where there is a direct impact on the bottom line and a return on investment.

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Awarded a $1 million mentoring grant from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, supporting the Go to High School, Go to College national program Leveraged social media to engage membership and the general public and increase participation in voting for the midterm elections Invested $50K in the inaugural Ozell Sutton Endowed Scholarship, hosted at Philander Smith College

Introduced electronic voting for the general president election Hosted the Community Empowerment Dinner to address the prison pipeline of our young men at the Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus in Washington, D.C. Co-hosted a forum with the National Association of Black Journalists regarding policing practices against minorities Alpha Phi Alpha led a NPHC taskforce and partnered with the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Executives Alpha Phi Alpha led a NPHC taskforce to support voting initiatives for the U.S. presidential election (2016)

Surpassed over $1 million in contributions to the March of Dimes, March for Babies campaign (2013–2016) Sponsored over 100 members at the Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. and integrated feedback to improve our programs Invested $90k collectively in the NAACP, NAACP Legal Defense Fund, the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights, and the Dream Defenders to tangibly support organizations equipped in handling day-to-day operations in the wake of the Ferguson riots and similar events

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Re-energize our membership to commit to service 1. I will invest in a strategy to communicate to every member of Alpha Phi Alpha and connect him to the challenges of where the fraternity needs support regardless of membership status.

2. I will invest in a strategy to develop a “welcome packet” that invites any member to join an alumni chapter seated anywhere on the globe.

3. I will invest in a strategy to develop a major marketing effort to encourage brothers to reinvest in the fraternity.

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Every Alpha Phi Alpha communication contains a “We need you back” link to AlphaNET and key information to reclaim members.

Reclamation teams were established to encourage members to re-engage with the fraternity, and statistical measures were instituted to keep track of reinvested members Official fraternity statements on national and world events (e.g., the tragedy of Trayvon Martin and Michael Brown, police shootings in Louisiana and Minnesota, the riots in Baltimore, Flint Water Crisis) provided members with specific information on how to assist from where they were located.

Hosted virtual “town hall” meetings with membership to highlight specific updates and actions on issues such as the Michael Brown grand jury decision, the Baltimore riots, and the Flint Water Crisis Produced the documentary on building the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, which was shown on PBS stations throughout the country Produced the documentary on the 100th anniversary of Alpha Phi Alpha to preserve the people and events of the centennial celebration Became a “Founding Donor” with a $1 million contribution to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, including donating the passcards of Dr. Martin Luther King and Thurgood Marshall as artifacts Recognized by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation | 2015 Chairman’s Award Recognized by the Rainbow PUSH Coalition | Excel, Educational Leadership Award

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Administration in Review

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2013 YEAR IN REVIEW 1. January 1, 2013, Brother Mark S. Tillman assumed the Office of General President. The Inauguration and Installation ceremony took place at the Marriott Renaissance Hotel in Detroit, Michigan on the weekend of January 4–6, 2013. More than 600 members and guests attended the event to witness the installation of Alpha Phi Alpha’s new leader. Dignitaries in attendance included Congressman Bobby Scott, Congressman John Conyers, Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence, then-mayor of Southfield, Michigan, Judge Damon Keith; and many others.

2. On January 19, 2013, Brother James B. “Tiny” Blanton [Gamma Omicron, ’68] entered Omega Chapter in Chicago, Illinois. Brother Blanton is one the longest serving executive directors in the fraternity’s history where it is estimated that his signature is affixed to over 26,000 shingles. He also served under five general presidents. He served as a Midwestern regional vice president and was known for his work to protect civil rights, enhance educational opportunities, and empower young men through mentoring.

3. On January 21, 2013, President Barack Obama marked the beginning of his second term as the 44th president of the United States. President Obama is the first African-American U.S. president in history.

4. Brother Tillman joined the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority, Inc. in celebrating their Centennial Anniversary and Founder’s Weekend in Washington, D.C. in January. Brother Tillman and other members of the National Pan Hellenic Council welcomed Delta Sigma Theta to the “century club” from the National Mall on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

5. Omicron Chapter seated at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania celebrated their 100th anniversary during a weekend of activities, and Brother Tillman was the keynote speaker for their life membership breakfast.

6. Brother Tillman was a featured guest on the syndicated news program, Washington Watch, hosted by Alpha brother Roland S. Martin. Brother Tillman, along with Brother Joshua DuBois (former White House head of the Office of Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships), and his mentee, discussed the future of our young black men in the country and how important mentoring programs are in helping young men see a future beyond their young years.

7. The 2013 Regional Conventions were held in Mobile, Alabama; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Denver, Colorado; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Buffalo, New York. At each convention, Brother Tillman communicated his inaugural vision for Alpha Phi Alpha but provided in great detail the activities and actions that happened in 2012 surrounding past general president, Herman

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“Skip” Mason. Members were informed about what occurred and the information provided an assurance that the fraternity was facing the issues head on.

8. In May, Brother Tillman made his first international trip to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Theta Theta Lambda Chapter in Frankfurt, Germany. Members of the chapter provided general president and Mrs. Tillman with a tour of the region and of different historical sites. Brother Tillman was the keynote speaker for their banquet event, which celebrated their half century of existence.

9. Brother Tillman was one of many invited speakers at the 50th anniversary of the NAACP Freedom March in Detroit, Michigan on June 23, 2013. Brother Tillman spoke about Alpha brother Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s involvement in the march. The Detroit Freedom March is widely considered as the prelude to the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, which took place in August of the same year. Brother Tillman and local members from metro Detroitarea chapters took part in the 4-mile march down Woodward Ave. on a very hot day.

10. On July 13, 2013, George Zimmerman was acquitted in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed black teenager. Alpha Phi Alpha provided a statement to uplift a community who saw this action as disrespectful to the Martin Family. Brother Tillman stated, “If you are a mentor of some sort, a father, uncle or godfather, let’s work with our young men now and begin to discuss the value of life, using this as a teachable moment, and allow them to become part of the solution in the face of such tragedy.”

11. During the week of June 26 to June 30, the 107th Anniversary/92nd General Convention was held in Austin, Texas where more than 2,900 members and guests were registered attendees.

12. In August 2013, in Baltimore, Maryland, Brother Tillman attended the convention of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. During his comments he recognized the fraternity with a resolution celebrating Iota Phi Theta’s 50th anniversary. Iota Phi Theta is the youngest of the National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations.

13. On August 25, 2013, Brother Tillman was a presenter at a re-dedication ceremony hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha Homes Inc. of the James R. Williams Tower named after the fraternity’s 25th general president.

The ceremony highlighted the updated renovations to the building in Akron, Ohio and also featured a newly installed garden named after Brother Williams’s late wife, Catherine. Alpha Phi Alpha Homes Inc. manages this and other properties in the greater Akron area.

50th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Upon the invitation from the King family, Brother Tillman stood with other prominent elected and civil rights leaders, including three living U.S. presidents, commemorating this historic event.

They addressed a global audience from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. where the “I Have a Dream” speech was delivered by Alpha brother Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The final address of the day was given by President Barack Obama.

15. In August, the documentary of the building of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial was aired on PBS stations throughout the country. The Build the Dream documentary chronicled the 30-year journey from inception through the dedication of the memorial. Narrated by Brother Roland S. Martin, the documentary later became available on DVD media and the documentary won an Emmy for production.

16. On September 18, 2013, Alpha Phi Alpha hosted the community empowerment dinner at the Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in Washington, D.C. This event was a “working dinner” where attendees participated in conversations and an interactive panel discussion.

The discussion focused on ideas to address the prison pipeline of our young men, the achievement gap in our education system, and the future of our young black males.

17. In October, Brother Tillman had the opportunity to welcome Brother Dr. Walter Kimbrough as the president of Dillard University in New Orleans, Louisiana, the alma mater of Brother Tillman. During this period, Dillard University claimed two alumni who were international leaders of National PanHellenic Council at the same time: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Alpha Phi Alpha.

18. In November, Brother Tillman was the keynote speaker during activities celebrating the 75th anniversary of Beta Phi Chapter seated at Dillard University. Brother Tillman was initiated through Beta Phi Chapter in 1985. Brother Charles C. Teamer Sr., 27th general president, was a featured speaker as he was a former vice president at Dillard and during his presidency signed the shingle of Brother Tillman.

19. On December 20, 2013, Brother Tillman and his wife, Velicia, ended the year representing Alpha Phi Alpha at a holiday reception hosted by the White House.

14. On August 28, 2013, the Let Freedom Ring Commemoration and Call to Action celebrated the

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2014 YEAR IN REVIEW 1. In 2014, the Sphinx Magazine, one of the oldest publications in the United States, reached its 100th anniversary.

2. On March 14, 2014, Brother Tillman led a delegation, including past general presidents, to visit Brother Senator Edward Brooke at his home in Coral Gables, Florida. Brother Tillman recognized Brother Brooke for his tireless work for Alpha Phi Alpha and the citizens of the United States as a senator. Brother Brooke was the first African-American senator elected by popular vote.

3. On February 27, 2014, President Barack Obama launched the My Brother’s Keeper initiative to encourage and support young men of color to succeed as the next generation of leaders. Alpha Phi Alpha supported the initiative, and Brother Tillman called for all Alpha men to make the greatest long-term impact at the grassroots level, by putting our arms around the young men in our community who face adversity.

“That’s what ‘My Brother’s Keeper’ is all about. Helping more of our young people stay on track. Providing the support they need to think more broadly about their future. Building on what works–when it works, in those critical life-changing moments.” - President Barack Obama 4. The 2014 regional conventions were held in Tulsa, Oklahoma; Athens, Georgia; Seattle, Washington; Omaha, Nebraska; and Baltimore, Maryland. At each convention, Brother Tillman directed the membership to focus on the following four areas: mentoring and investing in the lives of black boys; staying competitive in colleges to encourage a pipeline of new members and college graduates; ensuring the fraternity’s brand remains positive and unaltered; and continuing to address acts of discrimination in all forms.

5. In May, Brother Tillman and Mrs. Tillman embarked on their second international travel to fellowship with members in Yokohama, Japan and Seoul, South Korea.

Brother Tillman was the featured speaker for Mu Phi Lambda Chapter’s Black and Gold Ball gala event.

6. On May 14, 2014, Pi Chapter celebrated its 100th anniversary. They started with students from the Case School of Applied Science and the Western Reserve University (known today as Case Western Reserve University). The Chapter has its charter seat currently at Cleveland State University and includes Baldwin Wallace University, Case Western Reserve University, and John Carroll University. The Chapter was chartered by Brother Henry Lake Dickason, who was the 5th general president.

7. On June 13, 2014, Brother Tillman became a recipient of the 2014 Men of Excellence awarded by The Michigan Chronicle in Detroit, Michigan. The award recognizes contributions by African-American men in an array of areas, including business, civic, and

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community service involvement. Detroit residents Brother Dr. Ronald E. Cheek, Brother Arthur Dudley II, and Brother Chauncy Glover were also recognized.

8. In July, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. celebrated its 100th anniversary in Washington, D.C. Alpha Phi Alpha recognized Sigma men from around the globe in welcoming them to the Century Club as they celebrated one century of service.” Phi Beta Sigma fraternity is the sixth National Pan-Hellenic Council organization to reach its centennial milestone.

9. During the weekend of July 31 to August 3, the first Alpha Family Vacation was held in Kissimmee, Florida as a time for brothers to rest and enjoy a relaxing weekend. Brothers along with their families joined Brother Tillman and Mrs. Tillman with a meet and greet dinner and enjoyed the amenities of the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center and nearby Disney Theme Parks. It was a great time had by all.

10. On August 5, 2014, a Call to Action was communicated to Alpha men around the globe to support members of Eta Epsilon Lambda Chapter [Monrovia, Liberia] by raising funds for supplies to combat the Ebola crisis. The funds were for the procurement of safety equipment. Several thousand dollars were raised to assist the citizens of Liberia.

11. On August 9, 2014 Michael Brown, an 18-yearold black man, was shot and killed by Ferguson police officer, Darren Wilson. This event sparked weeks of rioting and protests that sent shock waves throughout America. Alpha Phi Alpha was compelled to contribute to the funeral services of Mr. Brown.

Brother Tillman, along with a delegation of members, visited the location where Mr. Brown was shot and attended his funeral services. Brother Tillman also met with the parents of Mr. Brown, Ms. Lesley McSpadden and Mr. Michael Brown Sr., to assure them Alpha Phi Alpha would be a strong voice in the fight against the violence that had taken their son’s life.

12. In the fall of 2014, the National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations formed a taskforce with the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives [N.O.B.L.E] headed by Brother Kevin Williams, chief of police for University of Michigan–Dearborn. The taskforce was in response to the senseless violence against our young black men in America. The taskforce focused on how all citizens can work with police officers and offered workshops to interact with law enforcement.

13. On August 13, 2014, West Virginia State University dedicated a student resident’s building named after Alpha brother Judge Damon J. Keith [Alpha Zeta, 1939]. Brother Keith is Senior Judge for the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and he is an alumnus of West Virginia State University. Brother

Dr. Brian O. Hemphill was the president of the university and led the fund-raising for the building.

Brother Keith is known nationally as a civil rights leader, heading landmark decisions, including what is now commonly referred to as the “Keith Decision,” which prohibited President Richard M. Nixon and the federal government from engaging in warrantless wiretapping.

14. During the week of September 24 to September 27, Alpha Phi Alpha sponsored a delegation of Alpha men to participate in the Annual Legislative Conference in Washington D.C. As official fraternal delegates, over 100 Alpha men were registered attendees of the conference and their purpose was to be visible and involved. In addition, Alpha Phi Alpha co-hosted a forum with National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) regarding policing practices against minorities.

This year we wanted our presence to be more than hosting parties but to truly identify areas of focus where we can make a difference.

15. On November 3, 2014, Rho Chapter celebrated its 100th anniversary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the Medico-Chirurgical College and Hospital. Brother Tillman attended the Chapter’s centennial celebration and provided special greetings to commemorate the occasion.

16. Since the announcement of the grand jury’s decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson in the death of Michael Brown and the death of Eric Garner in Staten Island, New York, on November 25, 2014, Brother Tillman called for a town hall meeting conference call with members of the fraternity. Brother Tillman and General Counsel Wayne Harvey provided an update on the activities from Ferguson, Missouri, how to be involved in the recent protests in New York, and what actions members can take. Brother Tillman stated, “The announcement of the grand jury’s decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson should serve as a catalyst for Alpha men to continue to take an active interest in our communities. Just because the jury didn’t charge Mr. Wilson, doesn’t mean you give up the struggle. Get engaged and join our fraternity brothers in every city supporting our young people of color.”

17. On November 23, 2014 Brother Marion Barry [Beta Xi, ’55] entered Omega chapter in Washington, D.C. Brother Barry was a civil rights activists and the first president of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). He served four terms as mayor of the District of Columbia, He also served on the Washington, D.C. Council for 15 years and had been president of the city’s old Board of Education.

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2015 YEAR IN REVIEW 1. On January 3, 2015, Brother Tillman attended the 100th birthday celebration of Brother Dr. James E. Huger in Daytona Beach, Florida. Brother Huger was surrounded by family, friends, and members of Beta Delta Lambda chapter. Brother Tillman presented a fraternal proclamation honoring his centennial milestone.

2. On January 3, 2015, Brother Edward Brooke, former U.S. senator, entered Omega Chapter in Coral Gables, Florida. Brother Brooke was later laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

3. On January 4, 2015, Brother Stuart Scott [Mu Xi, ’83] entered Omega chapter in Avon, Connecticut. Brother Scott was an ESPN anchor and author. He was seen by millions of sports fans around the globe and his style was emulated by many who followed.

4. On March 8, 2015, Brother Tillman joined Delta Pi Lambda Chapter and other representatives of the National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Selma March to Montgomery, Alabama. Members of Alpha Phi Alpha joined Brother Tillman in a ceremonial march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge to reflect on what has been called Bloody Sunday.

5. The 2015 regional conventions were held in Orlando, Florida; Long Beach, California; Newark, New Jersey; Dallas, Texas; and Springfield, Illinois. At each convention, Brother Tillman thanked the membership for their increased focus on advocacy following the death of black men at the hands of law enforcement.

Brother Tillman also encouraged the membership to adopt a resolution to support the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and presented a constitutional amendment to reconfigure the board of directors.

6. On May 6, 2015, the fraternity held a town hall in the wake of the death of Mr. Freddy Gary while in police custody in Baltimore, Maryland, the headquarters of Alpha Phi Alpha. Brother Tillman hosted the conference call with local elected officials in Baltimore, including Maryland delegates and Alpha brothers Keith Haynes and Charles Sydnor. Eastern regional vice president R. Anthony Mills led a delegation of members from local chapters to assist with the protesting and healing following the riots that were sparked by Mr. Gray’s death.

7. On June 17, 2015, nine African-American churchgoers of the Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina were killed by Dylan Roof. Brother Clementa Pinckney [Gamma Gamma, ’92], state senator and senior pastor of the church, was one of the victims of the shooting and entered Omega Chapter on this day.

During his Omega services, which were held on June 25, 2015, Brother Tillman provided words of comfort

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to the family and members of Mother Emmanuel.

“Brother Pinckney and our eight brothers and sisters have made the ultimate sacrifice with their lives, but they are now the symbol for change in this country and in the south,” said Brother Tillman.

8. During the week of August 4 to August 9, the 109th Anniversary/93rd General Convention was held in Charlotte, North Carolina. This was the largest general convention on record with over 300 registrants.

Approximately 400 registered for the Centennial Convention in 2006.

9. On September 19, 2015, Alpha Phi Alpha received the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Chairman’s Award during the Phoenix Awards Gala of the 45th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. Brother Congressman Chaka Fattah was the chairman of the CBCF who selected Alpha Phi Alpha to be recognized with this honor. In addition, Brother Rev. William Barber [Gamma Beta ’82] was also recognized by the CBCF for his national grassroots movement for educational, economic, and equal justice.

10. In October, Brother Tillman and Mrs. Tillman visited London, England, their third and final international trip. Members of Rho Phi Lambda celebrated their 5th anniversary in Great Britain. As one of the smaller chapters, a delegation of members, including eastern regional vice president Brother R. Anthony Mills, came to London to toast the chapter.

brother Ambassador Andrew Young, visited 26th general president, Brother Ozell Sutton in Atlanta, GA. Surrounded by his family, Brother Sutton was excited to see the brothers assembled as they lifted his spirits and showed just how much he means to Alpha Phi Alpha. He held other positions in the fraternity that included being the only brother to be a regional vice president of two regions, the southwestern region and the southern region.

15. On December 4, 2015, the daughters of Brother Stuart Scott, Taelor and Sydni, honored their father’s legacy with a nationwide campaign called #RaisedByAnAlphaMan. This social media campaign was to demonstrate the impact that Alpha men have at home raising families as fathers or mentoring others in their communities. Thousands of pictures of Alpha men and their daughters, their sons, and their mentees were posted to show the importance of male presence in the lives of young people.

16. On December 19, 2015, 26th General President Ozell Sutton entered Omega Chapter in Atlanta, Georgia. On December 28 and 29, family, friends, and members from around the country attended his Omega service and funeral service.

11. On November 13, 2015, Alpha Phi Alpha organized a town hall meeting with members from Zeta Alpha Chapter [University of Missouri]. Members of the chapter assisted in the organization and participated in protests bringing attention to the racial discrepancies on their campus. As a result, the president of the university eventually resigned and the school hired an Alpha brother, Brother Michael Middleton, as the interim president.

12. On November 21, 2015, members in Chicago, Illinois weathered the snow and ice to send a message about the violence in their city and how it’s affecting young men. While linked arm in arm, their silent presence showed the strength of fraternity and the strength of black men coming together in unity and harmony.

13. In December, Sigma Chapter seated at multiple schools in Boston, Massachusetts, such as Boston University, Northeastern University, Bentley College, University of Massachusetts Boston, and Boston College, celebrated its 100th anniversary during a weekend of activities. Brother Tillman was a featured speaker for their banquet and presented a proclamation to honor the occasion.

14. On November 16, 2016, Brother Tillman, a delegation of past general presidents, and Alpha

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2016 YEAR IN REVIEW 1. On January 12, 2016, Brother Tillman was the featured speaker at multiple events celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Brother Tillman first spoke at an event of the Farm Services Agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. In addition, Tuskegee airman, Brother Charles McGee was also a speaker at the event.

Later in the day, Brother Tillman spoke at another Dr. King event in Detroit, Michigan, sponsored by Delta Airlines. The event was held at the Detroit Metro Airport.

2. On January 27, 2016, Alpha Phi Alpha hosted a town hall to discuss the Flint water crisis. This crisis affected predominantly poor and black communities of Flint, Michigan. Brother Tillman moderated the event from Flint and members from the local chapters discussed how Alpha Phi Alpha has been involved since this crisis unfolded and steps the fraternity could take to support the citizens of Flint.

3. On February 19, 2016 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Brother Tillman was a recipient of UNCF National Alumni Council Legacy Award. The award is given to individuals for encouraging students and/or colleagues to realize their full potential and have helped others find ways to achieve their best.

4. On February 25, 2016, Brother Tillman presented a $50K contribution to the inaugural Ozell Sutton Endowment to Alpha brother, Dr. Roderick L. Smother, Sr., president of Philander Smith College.

5. On March 6, 2016, Brother Tillman moderated “Get out the Vote” in Detroit, Michigan, in support of Alpha Phi Alpha’s commitment to encourage voter participation. Later in the day, Brother Tillman attended the Democratic debates in Flint, Michigan between candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders.

6. The 2016 Regional Conventions were held in Atlanta, Georgia; Sacramento, California; Little Rock, Arkansas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Des Moines, Iowa. At each convention, Brother Tillman communicated a recap of the accomplishments of the previous three years and the work remaining in his final year. It was also an opportunity to recognize and provide thanks to the contributions of chapters and members since there was no general convention in this year.

7. In April, the fraternity unveiled for the first time the use of electronic voting for the general president election. More than half of the membership utilized this method to participate in the election.

8. On June 12, 2016, Omar Mir Seddique Mateen killed at least 49 people and wounded 53 more in a heinous act of violence at a nightclub in Orlando, Florida. Alpha Phi Alpha provided a statement against

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homophobia, bigotry, and hate and encouraged support to embrace diversity of all people. Brother Tillman provided a charge, “…that all brothers in the Orlando area donate blood, to prayerfully help the surviving victims of this massacre.” He also encouraged “Our members should continue to work to destroy bigotry and hate, in all forms, as we are compelled to do as men of Alpha. Love is truly what conquers all and we must love all mankind enough to create spaces to educate and be advocates committed to a better future for all of us.”

9. On June 29, 2016, Brother Tillman was the keynote speaker that the National Big Brothers Big Sisters Conference in Orlando, Florida. This was also an opportunity for Brother Tillman to recognize his “Little,” Elijah. Later in the day, Brother Tillman received the Community Impact Award for his contributions and advocacy towards mentoring.

10. On July 8, 2016, Brother Tillman provided another statement mourning the loss of two more black lives, Alton Sterling of Baton Rouge, La., and Philando Castile of Falcon Heights, Minn., at the hands of police within 48 hours of each other. In addition, these killings led to more horrific acts of violence towards five officers in Dallas, Texas who were shot and killed by Micah Johnson. Brother Tillman offered condolences and asked our members to “continue to pray for the safety of our brothers in law enforcement who are putting their lives on the line for us every day.”

11. During the weekend of July 22 to July 24, Alpha Phi Alpha held its second Alpha Family Vacation during the weekend of the board of directors meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. On July 23, Brother Dr. Everett B. Ward was officially announced as the general president-elect.

12. On August 1, 2016, Brother Dr. Thomas W. Pawley, III, entered Omega Chapter in Jefferson City, Missouri. Brother Pawley was an 82-year member and historian emeritus of the fraternity, a past Midwestern regional vice president and general president candidate; published many “Historical Moments” in the Sphinx magazine; and wrote the lyrics to the hymn to the founders for the centennial celebration.

14. On September 16, 2016, the fraternity recognized Congressman Charles B. Rangel with Alpha Award of Merit for his contributions as an elected official representing his community and as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha. The reception, which was co-hosted with Kappa Xi Lambda Chapter, was held at the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C. 15. On September 24, 2016, the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, opening dedication ceremony was held in Washington, D.C. Alpha Phi Alpha is a founding donor of the museum. Brother Tillman and his wife Velicia, along with Brother Everett B. Ward, Ph.D., general president-elect, attended the ceremony. Many elected officials and performing artists delivered comments, including former president George W. Bush, who signed legislation for the building of the museum and President Barack Obama who delivered the final address.

16. In September, Brother Tillman and Mrs. Tillman celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in Honolulu, Hawaii. Members of Mu Beta Lambda hosted the Tillmans honoring their milestone.

17. On October 14, 2016, Brother Dr. James E. Huger entered Omega chapter in Daytona Beach Florida.

Brother Huger was elected as the first AfricanAmerican local government official in Daytona Beach, was one of the first black men allowed to enlist in the Marine Corps in World War II as a Montford Point Marine, and served Alpha Phi Alpha as the general secretary and later as the southern regional vice president.

18. On November 8, 2016, businessman Donald J. Trump was elected the 45th president of the United States.

19. On December 31, 2016, Brother Tillman ends his term as general president of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Brother Tillman encourages all members and chapters to remain invested to serve and advocate for our communities and our future children.

13. On August 27, 2016, Brother Tillman celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Alpha Phi Alpha Homes, Inc. in Akron Ohio. Brother Tillman was the keynote speaker recognizing the contributions of members who founded Alpha Homes to address low to moderate income housing and spawned a series of seventeen properties within the greater Akron area and Chicago, Illinois.

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA HIGHLIGHTS

THE HISTORY OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA, VOLUME 2 The History of Alpha Phi Alpha was expanded to include a separate volume written by national historian, Brother Dr. Robert L. Harris. The new volume chronicled the events and key moments from 1977 to 2008, which included the administrations of General Presidents Brother James Williams, Brother Ozell Sutton, Brother Charles C. Teamer Sr., Brother Dr. Henry Ponder, Brother Milton C. Davis, Brother Adrian L. Wallace, Brother Harry E. Johnson Sr., and Brother Darryl R. Matthews, Sr.

CENTENNIAL PRESERVATION PROJECT The fraternity organized hundreds of hours of video from the 2006 centennial celebration and produced a documentary. The objective of the documentary was to highlight key events and featured participants, and to share stories and key moments when Alpha Phi Alpha celebrated its 100th anniversary.

BUILD THE DREAM DOCUMENTARY A breathtaking documentary about how Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity conceived, developed, nurtured, and led the movement to build a memorial in honor of its most iconic member and civil rights legend, Brother Martin Luther King Jr. This historical DVD takes an in-depth look at the history of the monument, featuring interviews from members of King’s family, civil rights legends, past general presidents, Alpha members of Congress, NPHC leaders, and other international leaders.

COLLEGE LIFE TO CORPORATE LIFE The College Life to Corporate Life (C2C) program is an Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity national initiative dedicated to assisting college brothers with the transition from college to corporate America. C2C was created to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships between members of the fraternity and corporate partners. This partnership has resulted in rewarding career opportunities for members of the fraternity and an increased diverse talent pool for corporate partners. Activities of the C2C program include; yearly leadership classes hosted by GE and Wells Fargo, paid internships offered by Teach for America, volunteer opportunities after graduation with the Peace Corps, and a webinar to improve resumes hosted by Electronic Arts.

LINCOLN AWARDS ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY $25,000 The Lincoln Motor Company presented Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity on behalf of the Alpha Phi Alpha Education

Foundation with a check for $25,000 as the luxury automaker concluded its Divine Nine Driven to Give program. As part of the program, Lincoln teamed up with African-American fraternities and sororities of the National Pan-Hellenic Council to bring the Lincoln experience to key markets in an effort to raise funds for local charities.

The award included $5,000 to Beta Beta Lambda [Miami, Florida] for being the winning chapter.

ALPHA PHI ALPHA MOBILE APP Alpha Phi Alpha introduced a mobile app as a way for members to stay connected with the fraternity anytime, anywhere, any day, and on any device. The app offered an elegant and consistently branded user interface: from mobile to tablet to web. A member can log in on any device, and all of his custom content like to-do lists and personal schedules will sync. It’s become a competitive advantage to communicate with members via this medium.

UPDATED ALPHA PHI ALPHA WEBSITE Alpha Phi Alpha unveiled its new and improved website.

The refreshed design offers streamlined menus, simple navigation, and easy access to the information, and is built upon technology capable of addressing future needs.

The updated website also reintroduced Alpha Online, a marketplace for members to obtain officially branded items of Alpha Phi Alpha.

WORLD POLICY COUNCIL REPORT (2014, 2016) Alpha Phi Alpha released the World Policy Council reports titled “The Obama Presidency Revisited, Status of HBCUs, United Nations, Ukraine,” and “Climate Change: An Important Issue.” In the latter report, Alpha brother, Dr. Warren Washington [Epsilon Zeta Lambda ’55], an expert in atmospheric and climate research, provides a clear history of climate change research internationally. Brother Washington is a senior scientist and former head of the climate change research section and director of the climate and global dynamics division at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado.

A CENTURY OF THE SPHINX Our official organ turned 100-years-old in 2014. Since the founding of Alpha Phi Alpha’s Sphinx magazine in 1914, the African-American community has looked to the publication for its profound insight on issues of the day. The Sphinx® is preserved in libraries and archives across the country as a historical record of occurrences in the community. The Sphinx® is the nation’s second oldest African-American publication still in existence.

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ADVOCATING FOR OUR COMMUNITIES

MARCH OF DIMES, MARCH FOR BABIES The fraternity raised more than $1 million for the March of Dimes, March for Babies Campaign. Chapters across the country engaged in March for Babies fundraising campaigns.

As part of the fundraising challenge with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Phi Alpha was number one in 2014, and Number 2 in 2013, 2015, and 2016.

FIRST OF ALL…WE VOTE! Alpha Phi Alpha turned to social media to showcase that voting is easy, fun, and everyone’s right. Over 87% of chapters executed voter registration and education programs as part of the fraternity’s Voteless People is a Hopeless People national program in advance of the November mid-term elections and the election for the president of the United States.

SUPPORTING CIVIL RIGHTS Alpha Phi Alpha invested $90,000 in civil rights organizations whose day-to-day operations are equipped in protecting our equal rights. Alpha is partnering closely with these organizations. In addition, the presidents of the NPHC organizations formed a taskforce to cultivate a relationship with N.O.B.L.E. to address how law enforcement can better serve our communities. It takes all of us to care for and protect our children and our rights.

SUPPORT FOR GLOBAL COMMUNITIES Before the first outbreak of Ebola in the United States, Alpha Phi Alpha was already aware of the crisis in Monrovia, Liberia. Eta Epsilon Lambda informed Alpha’s leadership of a shortage of preventive medical gear, and our membership was called upon to raise much-needed funds for the procurement of safety equipment. This global concern affected our country and it shows how quickly we can react to those in need even if they are far away-and how their concerns can become ours right here at home.

Alpha brothers provided a show of support of the kidnapped girls in Nigeria and to protested grand jury decisions in Ferguson and New York, Baltimore, and Flint. Alpha Phi Alpha did not address issues blindly.

Alphas were well represented in media and on TV. Some of the biggest news networks in the world had our brothers providing commentary and thought leadership.

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ADVOCATING FOR OUR COMMUNITIES

MY BROTHER’S KEEPER In support of the My Brother’s Keeper White House Initiative, a charge was provided to increase the number of individual Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) mentors. An estimated 44% of chapters are participating in a mentoring initiative through the fraternity’s Go to High School, Go to College National Program.

We are teaching our young men and young women that change does not come by destroying the communities we worked so hard to build. Change is more powerfully attained with our minds, in the classroom, in legislative arenas, and in the voting booth.

Alpha Phi Alpha’s motivation is to change a child’s life through one-on-one relationships and to be the example the next generation needs to see. The hope to have an extraordinary impact on a child, to ignite dreams, and to transform their ideas of the future starts with something as simple as sharing everyday activities. Our role is to be examples of what black men look like on his way to advocate for our communities.

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ADVOCATING FOR OUR COMMUNITIES

SUPPORTING THE FUNERAL OF MICHAEL BROWN Alpha Phi Alpha was moved to contribute to the funeral services of Mr. Michael Brown—the unarmed 18-year-old man who was shot and killed by a police officer in August 2014. His death sparked civil unrest and riots in the city of Ferguson, Missouri for weeks following his death.

Brother Tillman, along with local members of Epsilon Lambda Chapter seated in nearby St. Louis and Congressman Al Green of Texas, represented Alpha Phi Alpha at Mr. Brown’s funeral services. Brother Tillman also comforted the family and conveyed Alpha’s prayers and condolences to his mother, Lesley McSpadden, and his father, Michael Brown Sr. Michael Brown was not the first and sadly won’t be the last young man to die at the hands of an authority figure.

This sparked a charge by Brother Tillman for every Alpha man to be involved in mentoring and to teach young men to handle situations with law enforcement.

Alpha Phi Alpha contributed $25,000 in total to Mr. Brown’s funeral and Alpha Phi Alpha received a thank you from Austin Payne, the funeral director who managed the arrangements. This was our statement to say we can no longer afford to sit back and watch dreams die as the result of a trip to the store or sitting in a car listening to music.

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Recognizing Historical Milestones

Alpha Phi Alpha was represented in key civil rights anniversaries. General President Tillman had the of honor of delivering speeches that marked the occasion and recognized the contributions of many who fought for freedom, including our brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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RECOGNIZING HISTORICAL MILESTONES

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE DETROIT WALK TO FREEDOM JUNE 22, 2013 | HART PLAZA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN When you are asked to speak about Dr. King, it’s truly an immense task. Dr. King left this legacy to encourage, to inspire, to motivate. One of Dr. King’s greatest gifts was to motivate thousands of everyday people to stand up, unite, believe, and dream. Dr. King rose above the narrow confines of his individual concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity. He supported many causes that focused on human rights and inequality; he cared about democracy.

By his actions, he brought into focus practices that were discriminatory and in-humane; he cared about justice. He managed to persuade people to mobilize and believe their actions would eventually bring about change and a better life for themselves, their children, and future generations.

He cared about love and hope.

Dr. King was a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha and he motivated our membership to never underestimate the need to encourage and support emerging leaders, promote a bond and equality among all people, and advocate for our communities, locally and globally.

I’m honored to stand and represent my fraternity in my adopted city on this historic occasion. Honoring the 50th anniversary of the original Walk to Freedom, underscores our collective strength, our influence, and our unity. Alpha Phi Alpha is proud to spearhead a memorial in Dr. King’s honor. What started in Detroit, now rests in Washington, D.C. All of us are the beneficiaries of a legacy to show our children that they can dream with confidence in realizing their most ambitious hopes and aspirations. Dr. King is on hallowed ground, forever remaining watchful, and guarding the Halls of Democracy! Let’s continue to walk for our freedom!

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RECOGNIZING HISTORICAL MILESTONES

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SELMA MARCH TO MONTGOMERY MARCH 8, 2015 | SELMA, ALABAMA Men and women on the front lines, walking arm in arm, symbolizing a chain that is unending and unbreakable. We begin to tread the footprints of those who fought the fight as they marched 50 years ago for their right to vote.

I’m proud to unite with my brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha and my partners in service, the National Pan-Hellenic Council, to commemorate this occasion in our nation’s history.

We immortalize many who were weary but unaverred for their right to make a choice without poll taxes and literacy tests. Injustice didn’t end in 1965, and it certainly won’t end on the Edmund Pettus Bridge today. A name that shall

forever remain etched in the very fabric of our conscious, never to be altered.

Black Lives Matter! Voting rights and voter execution matter! Our freedom to make choices for our families matter! That’s why we are here to honor and remember the sacrifices that were made for us.

So there’s work to be done for equality in education.

There’s work to be done to fight voter suppression laws.

And there’s work to be done when we don’t exercise our right to vote in every election.

As our dear brother, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” I stand here today to tell you that we will not remain silent. We are leaving our own footprints as we march for future generations to come.

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RECOGNIZING HISTORICAL MILESTONES

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARCH ON WASHINGTON AUGUST 28, 2013 | LINCOLN MEMORIAL | WASHINGTON, D.C. I’m honored, humbled, and quite frankly awe-struck to be standing on sacred soil where 50 years ago people came on buses, by cars, and some even walked to be a part of this historic event - with a unity unseen before in the fight for civil rights. But on this day, we are progressing with a mandate that was so eloquently set for America.

We are wrapped in the legacy of great individuals that recognized we cannot afford generations becoming illprepared to rise above individual concerns, ill-prepared to live with understanding and goodwill, and that the meaning of “stand your ground” does not get you buried “under the ground!”

And we are here to honor a man who anchored this movement, who dared to dream the rights of all men and women are equal, who defied untold practices that were discriminatory and inhumane, and who mobilized a nation to believe their actions would eventually bring a better life.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and we are proud to have led the initiative to build a memorial in his honor. On this historic occasion, we honor my fraternity brother who stands in the nation’s capital - on hallowed ground with presidents of this country-forever remaining watchful and guarding the halls of democracy!

Commemorating the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom underscores our collective strength, influence, and unity. America may have progressed with the election of a black president and may soon follow with the election of a female president. But we must not be distracted by the burning realization that our journey is still challenging and that race and class still have a great distance to go.

Let’s continue to march for their freedom!

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RECOGNIZING HISTORICAL MILESTONES

SUPPORTING THE SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE Alpha Phi Alpha became a founding donor of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. The museum was dedicated on September 24, 2016, with many dignitaries and elected officials, including President Barack Obama.

The fraternity pledged $1 million in support of the contributions, accomplishments, and historical events through the eyes of African Americans that shaped this country. This endeavor means we are helping to build another lasting legacy for America.

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HONORS AND RECOGNITIONS ALPHA AWARD OF MERIT HONOREES BROTHER DARRYL WILSON Awarded at the 92nd General Convention, 2013 BROTHER MARION BARRY Posthumously awarded at the 93rd General Convention, 2015 BROTHER STUART SCOTT Posthumously awarded at the 93rd General Convention, 2015 BROTHER WARREN WASHINGTON Awarded at the 93rd General Convention, 2015 BROTHER CONGRESSMEN CHARLES RANGEL Awarded at a special reception during the Annual Legislative Conference, 2016 ALPHA AWARD OF HONOR HONOREES CYNTHIA M.A. BUTLER-MCINTYRE Awarded at the 92nd General Convention, 2013 GENERAL PRESIDENTIAL CITATIONS BROTHER WILLIAM BARBER Awarded at the 93rd General Convention, 2015 WELLS FARGO Awarded at the 93rd General Convention, 2015 BROTHER SEYMOUR A. IRBY, III Awarded at the Alabama District Conference, 2016 BROTHER WILLIAM DOUGLASS LYLE Awarded at the General Office, Baltimore, 2016 ALPHA PHI ALPHA HONORED CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION CHAIRMAN’S AWARD Awarded at the Phoenix Awards Gala during the Annual Legislative Conference, 2015 EXCEL Educational Leadership Award, awarded by the Rainbow Push Coalition, 2016 GENERAL PRESIDENT TILLMAN HONORED 2013 OUTSTANDING ALUMNI AWARD Awarded by the United Negro College Fund–National Alumni Council, February 15, 2013 MENTORING AWARD Awarded by the 100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, Inc., October 20, 2013 2014 MEN OF EXCELLENCE Awarded by the Michigan Chronicle, June 13, 2014 2016 UNCF-NAC LEGACY AWARD Awarded by the United Negro College Fund–National Alumni Council, February 19, 2016 2016 COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD Awarded by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, June 29, 2016 THE SPHINX MAGAZINE HONORED 2015 FIRST PLACE: CRITICS’ CHOICE COVER DESIGN This award honors outstanding design of a magazine and/or tabloid cover as determined by FCA members attending the annual meeting.

2015 FIRST PLACE: GREEK-LIFE ARTICLE This award honors outstanding writing of articles, of any length, that focus on the fraternity/sorority system or student life.

2015 FIRST PLACE: DESIGN FEATURE ARTICLE This award honors outstanding design of a feature article layout in a magazine or tabloid that is, in length, three published pages or longer.

2015 SECOND PLACE: STORY PACKAGING—COVERAGE OF AN EVENT, MEMBER, OR CHAPTER This award honors the ability to combine outstanding writing and design concepts to provide coverage of an event.

2015 SECOND PLACE: WRITING—PERSUASIVE OR OPINION ARTICLE This award honors outstanding writing of a persuasive essay of any length.

2016 FIRST PLACE: CRITICS’ CHOICE COVER DESIGN This award honors outstanding design of a magazine and/or tabloid cover as determined by FCA members attending the annual meeting.

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Farewell, Dear Brothers IN MEMORIAM

We lost notable members who in their own right left an indelible mark not just within the fraternity but a community at large. We recognize the namesake to our Brother’s Keeper national program, Brother A. Charles Haston, who lived to see 80 years as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha. He defined what it means for us to care for our senior brothers, brothers in need, and a community that may require a helping hand. Brother Marion Barry left his thumbprint as mayor of Washington, D.C, and in his own right, he was a drum major for civil rights. Brother Stuart Scott changed the culture of sports broadcasting because he was “cool…as the other side of the pillow.”

I know we will remember these brothers fondly and we know life must go on. But to these men and all of our brothers who entered Omega Chapter, we simply say, “Farewell, dear brothers!”

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Brother James B. “Tiny” Blanton Brother Huel D. Perkins Brother A. Charles Haston Brother Marion S. Barry, Jr. Brother Stuart Scott Brother Dr. Sloan T. Letman (Senior Brothers Affairs Chairman) Brother Dr. William A. Shields Brother Lawrence George Brother Roger Gregory (Committee on Human Resources Chairman) Brother Ronnie Jenkins

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BrotherEdward EdwardWilliam WilliamBrooke Brooke Brother Born: October 26, 1919 | Initiated: Beta, December 4, 1937 | Omega: January 3, 2015 Born: October 26, 1919 | Initiated: Beta, December 4, 1937 | Omega: January 3, 2015

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY OMEGA SERVICE OMEGA Monday, MarchSERVICE 9, 2015 | 4:00 PM

Monday,Chapel March 9, 2015 | 4:00 PM Andrew Rankin Memorial | Howard University | Washington, DC Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel | Howard University | Washington, DC

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FAREWELL, DEAR BROTHERS

OMEGA SERVICES FOR BROTHER EDWARD BROOKE OCTOBER 26 1919–JANUARY 3, 2015 MARCH 10, 2015 | HOWARD UNIVERSITY, RANKIN CHAPEL | WASHINGTON, D.C. On January 3, 2015, Brother Edward W. Brooke transitioned to Omega Chapter. Forty-nine years ago, he became the first African American elected by popular vote to the United States Senate. Brother Brooke was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery on March 11, 2015. Before we committed his body to the earth, we were allowed to celebrate his life with a national Omega service. Five general presidents, scores of brothers, congressmen and admirers, the board of directors, and the daughter of Charles H. Wesley and son of Belford V. Lawson paid homage to a national treasure.

The light of Alpha was shining brightly on that rainy day in Washington, D.C, and words could do no justice to describe his homegoing celebration. The images, the speeches, the songs of that day, and the moving tributes provided comfort for Brother Brooke’s family. They were deeply moved as they witnessed first-hand what Alpha Phi Alpha did for an American icon.

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FAREWELL, DEAR BROTHERS OMEGA SERVICES FOR BROTHER CLEMENTA C. PINCKNEY JULY 30, 1973–JUNE 17, 2015 JUNE 25, 2015 | EMANUEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH |CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA To the Pinckney family and to the Charleston community, on behalf of the men of Alpha Phi Alpha we share in your grief and loss of a son, a husband, a preacher, a teacher, a statesman, a brother.

Brother Pinckney was a 23-year member of Alpha Phi Alpha through the Gamma Gamma chapter seated at Allen University, where he served as president of the chapter and president of the Student Government Association. Alpha Phi Alpha’s mission is to develop leaders and advocate for our community. Brother Pinckney displayed those traits in abundance for he was a leader and an advocate for the citizens of South Carolina.

Words cannot express what we all must be feeling, but we know God has a plan. Brother Pinckney and our eight brothers and sisters became a vessel for change in this country and in the south. Many before them have paid the ultimate sacrifice for peace, justice, democracy, equality, and forward progress. We dedicate ourselves to Rev. Sharonda ColemanSingleton, Rev. Depayne Middleton-Doctor, Miss Cynthia Hurd, Miss Susie Jackson, Miss Ethel Lance, Mr. Tywanza Sanders, Rev. Daniel Simmons Sr., Miss Myra Thompson and our dear brother; Senator and Rev. Clementa C. Pinckney.

Their actions, their service, their legacy lives on through each and every one of us.

Here in Charleston, South Carolina, one man tried and failed to bring about turmoil and strife to divide a people. But what he has done is brought us together in unity. Out of tragedy comes triumph. And we are being led by God and his plan for this city of Charleston, the state of South Carolina, and our nation as a whole.

As we honor our brother, a hero to many who has entered into our chapter of sweet rest, let us remember we are now the vessels to carry change, tolerance, hope, and love. What happened here will not be forgotten by history but it will be the catalyst for our future. In Brother Pinckney’s own words, “We need to be a part, if we want a say in our own life, if we want to be independent, if we want to influence what’s happening around us.”

To the Pinckney family, we understand your pain will not soon fade, but my brothers of South Carolina and right here in Charleston will be by your side. Call on us, but more importantly, we’ll call on you to see how you are doing as we are our brother’s keeper.

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FAREWELL, DEAR BROTHERS OMEGA SERVICES FOR BROTHER OZELL SUTTON 26TH GENERAL PRESIDENT DECEMBER 13, 1925–DECEMBER 19, 2015 DECEMBER 28, 2015 | MOREHOUSE COLLEGE, MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. CHAPEL | ATLANTA, GEORGIA Brother Ozell Sutton knew the location to yonder. It was that place where he was born and worked the cotton fields in Gould, Arkansas, milking cows, and plowing his way to a better life!

Yonder was on the other side of the globe, in the pacific, where he fought in World War II–as one of the first black Marines in history, then fought for his status as a citizen back home because of the color of his skin.

Yonder was a lunch counter in Little Rock where he protested to be served or Central High School in the same city escorting young black students to receive an education.

Or the many places in the south where he challenged inequality.

Yonder was the Lorraine Hotel in Memphis, Tennessee, as one of the witnesses to a tragic event where our brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated.

Yonder was in Washington D.C. where he received the Congressional Gold Medal from the first black president of the United States, because of his achievements that had an impact on America and culture.

Yonder is our chapter of sweet rest. Brother Sutton knew of its existence, but never quite knew when he would gain entry.

Now from his celestial observatory of Omega chapter, he leaves us with written factual accounts of events—torn from the pages of history—and the importance of their occurrence.

He alerted us to the heightened expectations of the poor and deprived and the yearning aspiration of black youth.

For a man who assumed this position of general president over 35 years ago, he has taken us to places where he told Alpha Phi Alpha to not just stand there, do something! The Struggle Continues.

Jewel Henry Arthur Callis once stated, “The chief significance of Alpha Phi Alpha lies in its purpose to stimulate, develop, and cement...an intelligent, trained leadership in the unending fight for freedom, equality, and fraternity. Our task

is endless.” Anyone who did not see these traits in Brother Sutton as described by Jewel Calis and his devotion to the causes of black and powerless Americans, is truly the uninformed.

Brother Sutton brought us to this bridge that connected yonder and here. He allowed us as a fraternity to follow in his footsteps and to craft our own way with the knowledge of what he fought for --- as the blueprint to deal with the struggles of right now.

Brother Sutton guided us to not just get mad…but to get smart! He illuminated his own path so that we never see ourselves as victims. We protested and marched, as he did, like our brothers at the University of Missouri supporting a fellow student against the lack of leadership from university officials or our brothers in Chicago marching against violence in their city.

Brother Sutton demonstrated that it’s ok to pledge our financial support to other organizations like the NAACP, the National Urban League, UNCF, and more recently the Lawyer’s Committee on Civil Rights as an outreach to say we believe in their mission.

He also set the example that it was ok to build another lasting legacy for America, for Black America, with our $1 million investment to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.

And speaking of lasting legacies, Brother Sutton reminded us that letter writing campaigns really do work as it was under his administration that birthed the journey to the unveiling of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C.—a journey he was able to witness from beginning to end.

We can thank Brother Sutton for staying the course that continued to thrust Alpha Phi Alpha into events that shape court cases, public opinion, and this nation. His role is secure in the annals of our fraternal history, American history, and world history --- and we are here today because we stand on his shoulders.

Brother Sutton saw no end in sight for the souls of black folk. He taught us that yonder is what we make of it and how we are affecting change at that moment. Through his life, he directed us from many points of view. And each struggle was an opportunity to cultivate a future where Alpha Phi Alpha and you will be the difference maker in everyone’s lives. We will do more! We must do more! Focus on the future. The struggle continues!

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FAREWELL, DEAR BROTHERS OMEGA SERVICES FOR BROTHER DR. THOMAS W. PAWLEY, III AUGUST 5, 1917–AUGUST 1, 2016 AUGUST 6, 2016 | LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, RICHARDSON FINE ARTS CENTER | JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI I’m sure Thomas D. Pawley Jr. and his wife Ethel at some point realized they were raising a child prodigy—graduating from high school at 15, initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha at 17, receiving his degree from college at 19, probably getting his doctorate before he was even able to buy a drink, and living to be only 4 days shy of his 99th birthday. When we speak of that “dash” between when we enter this earth and we when depart it, Brother Pawley’s dash filled many lifetimes of experiences.

Husband, father, playwright, author, poet, actor, professor, leader, historian, brother, giant. Within his 82years of service as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, he led the Midwestern region as its vice president. Brother Lonzer, Brother Sims, and many benefitted from the example he set some forty years ago. He was a candidate for general president with Brother Ozell Sutton. Can you imagine the conversations they are now having regarding our beloved brotherhood and the leadership they provided for a combined 188 years on this earth.

Brother Pawley was prolific with his knowledge of Alpha Phi Alpha. His “Historical Moments” in the Sphinx magazine, captured glimpses of Alpha through its many stages of development. He educated us on our history with knowledge he consumed, not through stories passed down from generations; he was there to ask the questions of the men who created that history! And he wrote what he’d heard so the stories of his experiences, through his articles, his speeches, and his interviews, could be told to future generations of Alpha men.

But one of Brother Pawley’s most iconic pieces of art was the lyrics to the hymn to the founders, used as a melodious tune during our centennial anniversary convention. This music was written to capture and touch the hearts of our brothers, causing the minds of those in attendance to reflect on why Alpha Phi Alpha was organized.

Now that he has entered into Omega Chapter, he will continue to tell Alpha’s story. And his story will be told through his writings, his plays, his music, and his interview with Brother Matthews and myself for the centennial preservation project. All of it will reach beyond the walls of this fraternity and motivate us to create the next book of essays and letters.Brother Pawley would say the very founding of Alpha Phi Alpha is an historic event. Anyone who is initiated is given a charge inspired by our Jewels and by Brother Pawley himself.

Rest well, Brother Pawley. Your deeds have left an indelible legacy for today and for Alpha’s future!

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FAREWELL, DEAR BROTHERS

OMEGA SERVICES FOR BROTHER DR. JAMES E. HUGER, SR. JANUARY 4, 1915–OCTOBER 15, 2016 OCTOBER 21, 2016 | STEWART MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA Brother Huger was a man of integrity and determination.

He was known as an educator, a social justice activist, and a humanitarian. He was a man who was nine years younger than Alpha Phi Alpha.

He was a man of many “firsts”. He was elected as the first African-American local government official in Daytona Beach and he was one of the first black men allowed to enlist in the Marine Corps in World War II as a Montford Point Marine.

As a leader, he served Alpha Phi Alpha as the general secretary and later as the southern regional vice president. He gained great knowledge and wisdom by knowing some of the founders of this fraternity personally. And he encouraged our membership to make a long-term investment in Alpha Phi Alpha as a 77-year member and one of the earliest life members.

In his early years, he worked alongside and was mentored by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, the founder and first president of what is now recognized as Bethune-Cookman University, and was a close friend of civil rights icon, Brother Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For his lifetime of dedicated service, advocacy, and valor, he was awarded the Alpha Award of Merit—the fraternity’s highest honor that can be given to a brother and the Congressional Gold Medal—the highest civilian honor given by the United States Congress.

Brother James E. Huger, Sr. knew the value of his life membership. He knew the value of the oath that he took to support the combined effect of a social and literary organization into a fraternal structure. And he personally knew the men who founded this organization. Brother Huger has demonstrated we can dream with confidence in realizing our most ambitious hopes and aspirations.

Rest well, Brother Huger. We cherish thy memory as we continue the work in your honor.

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Fraternal Addresses

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INAUGURAL ADDRESS OF MARK STEWART TILLMAN INAUGURAL LUNCHEON AND CEREMONY JANUARY 5, 2013 | DETROIT MARRIOTT AT THE RENAISSANCE CENTER | DETROIT, MICHIGAN To the past general presidents, Brother James R. Williams, Brother Ozell Sutton, Brother Charles C. Teamer, Brother Henry Ponder, Brother Milton C. Davis, Brother Adrian L. Wallace, Brother Harry E. Johnson Sr., and Brother Darryl R. Matthews Sr. To our Board of Directors, esteemed corporate partners and colleagues of the Divine Nine, and HP, and to my family, my friends, and to you, my brothers of Alpha, happy new year and good afternoon!

Before I begin, let me acknowledge a brother who, for the first time in Alpha’s history, was elevated to the Office of General President by our past general presidents. He was given this oath last April by our most-tenured general president, Brother Williams.

There was no fanfare and no luncheon, but he was asked to lead us through a challenging time in our fraternity.

And it is only fitting that we recognize and receive the western regional vice president Brother Aaron Crutison Sr., as a past general president and publicly salute him for his perseverance, his service, and his leadership in guiding Alpha Phi Alpha.

Thank you.

Let me also recognize a woman who (like the fraternity’s “mother”) is my Annie Singleton. She was fully invested in Alpha Phi Alpha before I became a member. On November 22, 1985, she was locked arm in arm with Alpha “sweethearts” on the yard at Dillard University, in New Orleans, La., urging my “LBs” (line brothers) and me not to give up as we marched toward the light, barking at our big brothers saying her baby boy “ain’t weak!” “And there she stood, waiting patiently as I emerged with my LBs wearing “A Phi A” emblazoned across my newly embroidered T-shirt.

How many of you can say your mother was at your crossing? Well I can, and she knew I pledged and was committed to Alpha. And 27 years later, she is still urging me to never give up. So to my mother, Judy Carter, thank you: for your love, your spirit of service, and your investment in me.

A special thank you to my wife, Velicia. You are my lifelong partner, and you have shared in my love of fraternity since the day we met at an Alpha Christmas party. Neither one of us knew that one day I would be on this path. But you are the foundation that allows me to serve. Words cannot express my appreciation for you and for your sacrifice.

Without your support, I would not be standing here today. So, I simply say I love you, and I am grateful for the reinforcement at home that lets me focus with confidence on the tasks at hand.

AN HONOR TO LEAD It is with great humility and pride that I address you, my brothers, as your general president.

For me, this is my call to duty; it is your call to action.

Some say we have challenges ahead, I say we have opportunities.

Some say the work will be hard. I say the work will be rewarding.

Some say we have impossible tasks. I say we have the ability to innovate, to motivate, and to take Alpha Phi Alpha where it has never gone before.

Take a look around this room. This is what seven men dreamed of 106 years ago. We dedicate our lives to these men and their ideals. We build upon their promises, and we look to the future with great anticipation for what is yet to come.

ACCEPTING THE MANDATE As I accept the responsibilities associated with being the general president—I do so making few promises. Yet the promises I make, I know I can keep.

Alpha Phi Alpha is a brand unlike any other. Its letters, its colors, its emblems—while important to us as brothers— are even more impressive to those who observe us. For our name is synonymous with service. It is associated with quality. It is congruent with historic events that shaped our nation.

My promise to you is that we will continue to be our brand. You can expect that our relationships with those who support our mission will remain—and become even better. We will always be of service, and not just for name recognition.

Alpha has always left—and will continue to leave—an indelible mark on the fabric of this nation. We teach young minds to read, and thus we empower young minds to think, to wonder, and to dream.

We give a voice to the voiceless when they walk into the voting booth.

We give life skills to boys and guide them with the values and principles contained in the oath of scouting.

We gave to the world a memorial to a man—and a movement. Anyone who sees it will be inspired by his teachings.

Take a look at our ranks. We began as a group of AfricanAmerican men. Today, we are a rainbow of colors—as diverse as our country.

Alphas are men of distinction, but we are men who are never too busy to give help to those who live on the margins of life.

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We remain the humble “servants of all,” which is the trademark of our existence.

We are rooted in values that transcend race and gender, elevated by the core notion that we all must be of service and be ready for the task of improving the lives of others.

It requires us to be educated, open-minded, accepting, and understanding.

It begs us to be innovative and empathetic. Ours is a calling that follows in the footsteps of many faiths. Ours is steeped in the notion that we can, and will, make a difference.

Ours is a command to love one another, to support one another, and to be available to one another.

SCHOOL FOR THE BETTER MAKING OF MEN We are the school for the better making of men. Through our programs, we have worked with young students: tutoring them, reading in classrooms, taking an interest in their education and development.

Alpha is there as they grow up and complete grammar school, middle school, and graduate from high school, and matriculate in college. All the while, we continue to offer guidance, internships, and leadership training.

This involvement leads to students’ graduation from college life and successful transformation to corporate life.

Alpha Phi Alpha has strong ties to the corporate world and nonprofit organizations across the country, and this translates into job opportunities.

We also encourage young men to be responsible as they prepare to get married and raise a family, while using resources to advance in their career. And using resources to prepare for their season of service to give back.

Alpha Phi Alpha is involved with young men—even before they are born. Our work touches lives and encourages growth so that we have an impact from infancy to retirement and have a presence in the lives of young men and our own Alpha brothers.

AN INVESTMENT IN OUR MISSION This has been my belief and my vision for Alpha—that each of us continues our investment in the fraternity and in the people we serve.

My mandate is to respect our past, challenge our present, and energize our future. Alpha Phi Alpha has been, and shall remain, the preeminent contributor to the better making of men.

For us, this is a mission which, while corporate in structure, is personal in delivery. We must attack current issues and offer our support—our expertise—and our action.

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Just a couple of weeks ago, America stood still, frozen in shock, at the loss of life in Newtown, Connecticut. We stood there and felt helpless to do anything.

In the days that followed, there were calls for change in our gun laws. The tragedy in Newtown, at Sandy Hook Elementary School, brought this issue to the forefront—all at a time when many of our neighborhoods are riddled with bullets so often that those shootings do not make the news.

Alpha Phi Alpha is not immune. We have lost good Alpha men to gun violence. We have lost brothers in cities across this country: Chicago, Cleveland, and right here in Detroit. I lost a good friend, Dwyone Joiner, an Alpha brother, who was shot in his own home just a year ago.

I am of the belief that this is an area that Alpha has to address in some form. We must help stop the violence and take action [with] more than just a statement, but an action that Alpha can champion with our brothers who are lawmakers.

Alpha men, the MLK Memorial is built. There is a new frontier of issues that is impacting the lives of others. Let us construct a new legacy where we can bring positive change!

THE SYMBOL OF OUR INVESTMENT You remember this? It is the symbol that allowed my line brothers and me to gain entry into the House of Alpha, and we were all required to hold high the name of Alpha!

We were encouraged to always be ready to use our key to open doors and to unlock possibilities.

I would like to ask the young men who are here, the Alpha esquires, to please stand and walk to the front of the room.

Please turn and face the audience.

I have often said that in order to be a man, you must see a man. The men before you are an extension of something great that began a long time ago. These are real men, and I wanted you to see them.

Today, Alpha is making an investment in you, and I present to you your key! It is my gift to you.

Use it as a reminder, that you have a responsibility not only to yourselves, but to your families.

Use this key for the locks that you will open each day.

You can change people by your actions.

When you see something wrong . . . make it right. When you see someone in trouble . . . help them. When you see your friends going in the wrong direction . . . lead them back to the right place.

Do you accept this challenge?

Let’s give these young men a round of applause.

ALPHA MEN GET THEIR CHARGE To my Alpha brothers: as general president, I present to you, your own key!

I want you to have this key as a symbol of your dedication, your love, and your support of the fraternity and its programs.

My brothers, please stand and hold the name high!

For when you have your key you are of service. It is an icon of the road we have traveled and the solution to the many locks we have opened. As you accept this key, I ask you to keep unlocking doors for people, unlocking doors for humanity, unlocking doors that separate us from justice and equality.

Use this key to unlock the possibilities harbored in young minds. Unlock hope for those who need a kind voice and a simple direction.

Brothers, you got your key?

By accepting it, you are ready for the responsibility. Don’t lose your key or have it taken from you. You may be seated.

It was 168 days ago that I asked you to invest in my vision.

In response, you gave me the honor of your votes. In the years to come, we will work together. We may not always agree, but we will share in this journey, and we will rise together—and we will make a difference.

And now, I report for duty. Prepared to lead, strengthened by your love, motivated by our mission, elevated by your prayers.

This is Alpha Phi Alpha, and I am Mark Stewart Tillman, your most humble servant.

God bless you all, and God bless Alpha Phi Alpha!

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92ND GENERAL CONVENTION JUNE 27, 2013 STATE OF THE FRATERNITY ADDRESS INTRODUCTION I’m incredibly privileged and incredibly honored to stand before you at this 92nd general convention, in our soon to be, 107th year. Let me begin by thanking each of you for your leadership, your vision, your trust, your investment, and your brotherhood.

When I assumed office some 177 days, I accepted the responsibilities associated with being the general president, and I accepted the job making few promises. Yet the promises I made, I kept.

I have stepped foot in every region multiple times, celebrating 75-, 90-, and 100-year chapter anniversaries; having fireside chats with brothers about the direction of our fraternity, and visiting our military servicemen and learning the true meaning of sacrifice from the men and women who serve our country. And if you are a brother who has served or is currently serving our military, Alpha salutes you!

I have experienced incredible examples of brotherhood and fraternalism from Los Angeles, California and Denver, Colorado to Stuttgart and Wiesbaden, Germany, down to almost every place in North Carolina, having been there three times in the last 7 months, over to Iowa, and back up to New York, Ohio, Illinois, and all places in between. Thank you, my brothers, for the hospitality that you have shown me and my family.

Since the last convention we celebrated four chapters who entered the Century Club. Would brothers and initiates from Mu, Nu, Xi, and Omicron chapters please stand and be recognized. Continue to be the shining examples of your chapter’s longevity and sustained commitment to the fraternity.

70-YEAR BROTHERS What more can we say about a brother who celebrates 7 decades in Alpha? Everywhere he goes, he’s celebrated. He gets the prime seat at restaurants. All of his drinks are paid for. Pretty women gather around him. And he is seen as immortal to our brothers. This convention has two brothers registered who have hit this milestone, and one was unable to attend, Brother Charles A. Haston, the namesake of the Brothers Keeper program, but we know we have a brother who embodies the meaning, “An Alpha til the day I die”. At 92 years young, I present to you Brother Payton C. Cook, 74-year Alpha man and life member number 215.

75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE LIFE MEMBER PROGRAM Last year marked a major milestone for the fraternity as the Life Membership Program turned 75 in 2012. The program started when Brother O. Wilson Winters wanted to make a long-term investment in his fraternity. Since then, we are closing in on life member 13,000. During the Life Member Breakfast tomorrow, we will hear from a brother who will provide his thoughts and perspectives having seen the many transitions and prices of Alpha’s long-term investment vehicle. Only 20 men before him became a life member, and 12,723 men came behind him. So, my brothers, it’s my honor to recognize life member number 21 and the most tenured life member, Brother John C. Rawls.

RECOGNIZING THE ACTING GENERAL PRESIDENT And finally, like I did at my installation and at every regional convention, let me acknowledge a brother, who was elevated to the Office of General President by our past general presidents. He did not give a State of the Fraternity Address because we were in a state of flux within our fraternity, and he was asked to lead us through a challenging time.

Brother Aaron Crutison will forever be recognized for his contributions as the acting general president. Our historical timeline cannot erase the fact that one general president did not complete his term and another fulfilled the remainder of it.

So, let’s recognize and receive the western region vice president, Brother Aaron Crutison Sr., as Acting General President and let the minutes of this convention show that he was publicly saluted for his service and leadership in guiding Alpha Phi Alpha under extraordinary circumstances.

INTERNAL CHALLENGES ADDRESSED I’m happy to report that the state of our fraternity is not just good…. It’s great. We are strong. We are solid. We are solvent. And I have updates since I attended each regional convention. Much progress has been made over the last year as we reviewed and updated the way Alpha operated on a day-to-day basis.

I felt the pain of some who thought that we were faced with insurmountable issues. There were some internal challenges that caused distrust and concern from many brothers. But we collectively, overcame those obstacles. The plan for my first 6 months was to address and clear the rubbish so that we can make improvements for a better Alpha.

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New accounting policies are in effect to provide better separation of duties and clarity in our financial operations, which holds everyone accountable who manages our finances. This was the first comprehensive update in a long time and we know there are additional updates to be made. No journey can begin without taking the first step. It’s an evolving process but one that allows us to safeguard our finances and protect our resources.

We resolved past audit comments and the 2012 audit is complete and was presented to you earlier with a favorable management letter, and just last month we executed our first quarterly internal audit and the report is in progress. The plan is to be ahead of the game of any problems and apply corrective actions early. However, we were selected to participate in an IRS audit, and the fraternity will comply with any and all criteria as required. And you will be provided with an update when completed.

As you recall, there was a temporary restraining order that was filed by Herman Mason against members of the board of directors and the fraternity last July and it was ruled in favor of the fraternity. A judge ruled that our Constitution and By-Laws were aligned with the actions taken at that time.

We were in a holding pattern for a few months to evaluate any further developments from the ruling. But I’m happy to report that our general counsel, Brother Wayne Harvey, has confirmed nothing is pending. And as of now, the fraternity has considered the matter closed.

PROMOTING THE ALPHA BRAND Alpha Phi Alpha is larger than any one problem we endured since our last convention. We continued to promote our brand. We continued to tell our story through deeds and commitments that reach beyond the walls of this fraternity. We continued to share our story and do our part to transcend all, and we did not allow someone else to write the narrative.

Under the direction of the 29th general president, Brother Milton C. Davis, Alpha has just produced the documentary on building the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. We needed to tell the story that spanned the last 30 years. I invite you to a special viewing on Saturday as we are looking to have it shown via PBS stations across the country in honor of the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington. Let’s thank Brother Davis for his leadership in providing yet another artifact for this fraternity.

Let me also thank Brother Everett Ward, past southern region vice president for spearheading Alpha’s newest

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charge, “First of all ,We Vote” to excite a generation of new voters and reignite existing ones.

This was not a “charge” just for the presidential election but for any election in your local communities and states where voter turnout is low or attitudes toward voting is apathetic. Use the charge a complement to the recently updated, “Voteless People is a Hopeless People” program materials, which will be available after the convention.

The World Policy Council once again provided thought leadership to the issues of the day. Let me thank Brother Horace Dawson and his team of thought leaders for producing a stellar evaluation of the Obama presidency. It’s this kind of product that showcases Alpha men as scholars and intellects. Use this when you speak on how Alpha is trying to make a difference.

The world may never know the true greatness of Alpha and the research dollars raised for the March of Dimes when Alpha men "Walk for Healthier Babies." But allow me to salute you once again for making Alpha Phi Alpha number one in contributions last year leading the other Greek-letter organizations! Alpha led the way but we have been put on notice that Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is coming after us.

Brothers, let’s rise to the challenge in 2013!

The world may never know that it was an Alpha who spent countless hours mentoring a young man who went from a life with a questionable future to receiving a degree from an Ivy League College, and it happened simply because an Alpha volunteered to be a Big Brother. And I want to acknowledge all of my Bigs who are in the room to stand be applauded!

LEADING BY EXAMPLE! As general president I’m telling my story and how the leader of almost 200,000 men can take time to mentor. I recently was interviewed by Ebony Magazine because they wanted to hear my story of why I take the time to encourage young boys. I’m not giving lip service to mentoring, I’m leading by example! And I’m asking all you to do the same in some way.

CHARITABLE FOUNDATION RESOLUTION The investigation into the Alpha Phi Alpha Charitable Foundation confirmed there was an administrative oversight from the 87th general convention in Orlando, Florida from 2007. As a recap, the Alpha Phi Alpha Charitable Foundation was formed to provide an endowment to support the fraternity’s ongoing viability and allowed for the flexibility of contributions with future donors. Records from the 87th general convention acknowledged the Board of Directors recommendation. And the 32nd general president Darryl

R. Matthews, Sr. was transparent as he unveiled the vision and intent at all regional conventions and the general convention during his State of the Fraternity Address that year. However, the records did not show that a formal motion or resolution was adopted by the delegates of 87th General Convention.

The Alpha Phi Alpha Charitable Foundation has provided donations to support high school students and supported the production of the 2012 World Policy Council Report. The foundation has passed every audit and the foundation grew with contributions like the one received from Senator and Brother Edward Brooke!

beyond.

ADOPT THE 2014–2015 BUDGET

You will decide on where and how we spend our dollars. The 2014 and 2015 fiscal year budgets have been submitted for your review. The Budget and Finance Committee recommended changes that met strategic expectations and tactical implementations for the next 2 years as we build our capacity to support programs and administrative overhead.

A DECISION ON IMDP

Our general counsel reviewed all documents, reports, and interviewed the past and present chairmen. He concluded there was no wrongdoing on the part of the previous board of directors or the Administration at that time.

You will also decide on whether to adopt the Initial Membership Development Process from its current pilot stage to become the official process that guides an individual from being interested in Alpha to membership in Alpha.

The Constitution and By-laws allows for the furtherance of the business, programs, and operations of the General Convention through the establishment of a permanent commission, foundation, or subsidiary corporation. This entity can be incorporated pursuant to the laws of the United States and create rules and regulations to administrate its business.

Let me commend Brother Darren Morton, past eastern region vice president and chairman of the IMDP Task Force who along with many Brothers took on surveying, formulating, debating, and piloting this program. And this was no easy task. Would all of the members and trainers both past and present please stand and be recognized for the yeoman's job you have done.

The general president and the board of directors can recommend such an entity to be formed but the authority for the creation rests with the general convention. And what was concluded is the absence of a formal adoption by the 87th General Convention.

My brothers, in the last 30 years, this is the fourth iteration of updating a process that is meant to identify, educate, and evaluate men who want to join our ranks, and toprotect the fraternity from those who want to continue to operate outside of our rules.

Therefore, it is the recommendation of the board of directors via a resolution submitted to the Committee on Resolutions and Recommendations for the 92nd General Convention to formally ratify the Alpha Phi Alpha Charitable Foundation as an affiliate foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha. And by ratifying the decision, we can constructively promote and support future initiatives that further the programs and mission of Alpha Phi Alpha through this foundation.

If the recommendation fails, then the new member program will revert back to the Membership Intake Process, or MIP, with updates to the standing orders that govern the process. We simply cannot pour more resources, time, surveys, and money into this program.

The 32nd general president and the members of the board at that time acted in a strategic manner that protected an unexpected windfall and had the forethought to place it in a vehicle for its protection and growth, including establishing a Planned Giving Program from its membership. We would be having a much different conversation if those same funds settled the deficits from the last General Convention. I asked this convention to support this resolution.

OUTLINING KEY PRIORITIES At this convention, you will vote on measures that will affect the future of this fraternity for the next 2 years and

THOUGHTFULLY UPDATE THE CONSTITUTION We have the opportunity to add or make changes to our governing document. Over the past few weeks, you’ve received proposed amendments for your consideration. Updating our general Constitution and By-Laws is about making a conscience decision to ensure the future of our organization, one not based on feelings but based on what is best for this fraternal body.

I’m in support of amendments that allow for the forward progression of our fraternity. I want you to be able to vote for the next general president online. But I’m not in support of amendments that encourages red tape and second-guessing! I asked that you know the difference. But whatever the result, we are all expected to follow our fraternal laws.

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DECISION TIME This General Convention is very different and will be unlike any other you may have attended. Of the past general presidents that sit before you: The 25th General President James R. Williams The 26th General President Ozell Sutton The 27th General President Charles C. Teamer Sr. The 28th General President Henry Ponder The 29th General President Milton C. Davis The 30th General President Adrian L. Wallace The 31st General President Harry E. Johnson And the 32nd General President Darryl R. Matthews, Sr. None ever had on their convention agenda the recommendation of expelling a brother who has held the Office of General President. I suspect many of you are here in Austin for this one historic agenda item.

The Grievances and Discipline Committee will present a recommendation for this body to consider and history will be made on tomorrow morning regardless of the outcome. I will not recap the details as I did at each regional convention. Brother Hervery Young and his committee has the unenviable task of providing a recommendation based on facts and appeals.

In Alpha, there is no general president pardon, so this decision rests solely with this body. The decision we make has historical implications whether we want to accept it or not. This decision will be discussed years after we are no longer on this earth, and this decision has to be made with sound consideration of the allegations and historical factors, not emotions. And I know your emotions range from confusion to pure anger. But all things heal with time and careful judgement.

All I ask is that you be respectful to the man and respectful of our fraternity. No one should take joy in whatever decision that is rendered.

We must move Alpha into our future from this day forward and I will not allow this moment in our history to become an anchor to our forward progress.

OUR GOALS FOR THE FUTURE Whatever problems we face… do not allow them to distract us from our mission and our goals. The new age of Alpha is real and we have some real problems to tackle.

REDUCE “AT-RISK” CHAPTERS This is a mandate as we move toward maintaining and growing Alpha. Our chapters need our help. Our young brothers need to know that they will be guided to maximize their contributions to this fraternity. While in college, I want to teach our college brothers how to fish

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so they can feed themselves for a lifetime. Not throw them a fish and eat for a day. I want to teach our college brothers how to be organized and save money so they are prepared for the rigors of Alpha at the collegiate level while maintaining high standards in their academics.

PUBLISH REGISTRY OF FOUNDATIONS It's time for a listing of every foundation that has been formed within our fraternity. What is the true count? What is their true purpose? And are we affecting Alpha's ability to secure support because we are going to the well at different times?

Anything affiliated with the name of Alpha Phi Alpha affects our trademark and our brand, but it showcases our global reach to how we support our communities.

I do not want to take away your foundations, but we do need to manage our future risks and our liabilities.

DEMONSTRATE OUR RELEVANCE We will continue to demonstrate our relevance. Maybe it was divine intervention that we are convening here in Austin, Texas, at the same time where key issues that affect our future liberties are strategically being targeted.

Alpha has the tools in place to address these issues and those that are yet unseen. These Chairmen are looking to add to their respective teams. Each member will be given a charge on how we will showcase our collective strength and might as we battle on the frontlines.

GROW OUR REVENUE Growing our revenue is a top priority and it will take a collective effort from all of us. No longer can we cut and slash our way to surplus.

Brother Frank Russell has been tapped in getting our brothers back into supporting Alpha Phi Alpha. And he has a target.

You are looking at revenue we are leaving on the table. If we add up our current Grand Tax-paying brothers for 2013, we collectively have about $1 million. Add up the number Brothers who are not paying Grand Tax that adds up to over $8 million of revenue Alpha is not receiving. If we don’t invest in ourselves, don’t expect others to do it. As a Fraternity, we are facing the real prospects of increasing the amount of Grand Tax a college and alumni brother pays in the future.

This is the way our fraternity should look year in and year out. Brother Russell needs our help in getting our Brothers to reinvest in Alpha. And so I’m giving you the tools to do that. You can download the listing of every

financial and non-financial member in our database. Use it to reclaim your line brothers or brothers who are very dear to you. And if you think the information is wrong, then download one of the forms to correct the data. This is a reinvestment in ourselves.

CONCLUSION Alpha Phi Alpha must be a force, facing our responsibilities & challenges every day!

We are facing our responsibilities and challenges everyday when young men ask questions about safer sex practices.

We are facing our responsibilities and challenges every day!

When we encourage people to vote, or attend college, or tend to our more seasoned brothers.

We are facing our responsibilities and challenges every day!

When those on Capitol Hill want to roll back our civil liberties in the year of the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington.

I believe that we are each driven by an invisible force, an internal energy that motivates us that, shapes us.

Each of you possesses the power to multiply the positive forces we elect to improve our communities and our lives. In the coming year, I will ask you and your chapters how we might further amplify our forces, and embark upon a new Alpha Phi Alpha: more invested in the communities in which we live, and more in tune with the issues that confront us today.

We have corrected many of our problems over the last year and a half. But it’s time to move forward.

This past year has been tough for Alpha Phi Alpha, but we stood strong and got through it! We have had to make some hard decisions, but let it be known that we protected the house.

I made my commitment to you. I serve Alpha to the very best of my ability, with a thoughtful mind and heart, a never give in attitude, and always as a Brother.

Welcome to the new age of Alpha! One that will be driven

by F-O-R-C-E! God bless you, my brothers, and thank you, brothers, for your Investment in Alpha! ‘06

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93RD GENERAL CONVENTION STATE OF THE FRATERNITY ADDRESS AUGUST 6, 2015 June 17, 2015 was a typical Wednesday evening. Most of us just got home from work. Kids were playing with friends celebrating the end of the school year. And we know most Wednesdays is the day for Bible study. But on this night where God and His teachings were being shared, evil entered the sanctuary of Mother Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, South Carolina, and in a matter of minutes, nine members of that historic church were murdered because of hate. Citizens of Charleston and the State of South Carolina lost a son, a husband, a father, a preacher, a teacher, a statesman, and our brother.

CLEMENTA C. PINCKNEY THE ALPHA Alpha Phi Alpha mourned the loss of Brother Clementa C. Pinckney on June 25th with an Omega Service. He was a 23-year member of Alpha Phi Alpha through the Gamma Gamma Chapter seated at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina. He served as president of his chapter and president of the Student Government Association. He was elected the youngest African American South Carolina state legislator at the age of 23. And he was senior pastor at Mother Emanuel, the oldest African methodist episcopal church in the Southern United States.

Unfortunately, when change is needed and required for peace, justice, democracy, equality, or forward progress, many are sacrificed to achieve that goal. And God chose the Rev. Sharonda Coleman-Singleton, Rev. Depayne Middleton-Doctor; Miss Cynthia Hurd, Miss Susie Jackson, Miss Ethel Lance; Mr. Tywanza Sanders, Rev. Daniel Simmons Sr., Miss Myra Thompson, and our dear brother, Clementa Pinckney. Their actions, their service, their faith, and their legacy live on through each and every one of us. The images of their faces shall remain etched in our memory and in our history. It was my honor to represent Alpha and to provide words of comfort at Brother Pinckney’s Omega service.

Vice President, Brother Ronald Natson; and brothers who traveled from within AlphaSouth, and nearby states to recognize Brother Pinckney. The world knows of the dignity we gave a fallen member. Whether you were watching CNN or ABC News, our Omega service was viewed by millions around the globe. Alpha Phi Alpha was on display and showed why we are “First of All, Servants of All, Transcending All.” We are now the vessels to carry the cargo of change, tolerance, hope, and love. And in honor of the Emanuel Nine, join me in a moment of silence for nine seconds to those who unknowingly gave their lives for our freedom!

GREETINGS Members of the board of directors; past general presidents; regional, district, area, and chapter leadership; our alumni and college chapter delegates, and my brothers in Alpha, good afternoon!

Welcome to the “Queen City” of Charlotte, North Carolina and our 93rd General Convention. Before the final business session on Saturday, we will know the names of the two presidential candidates, vote on amendments and By-laws to the Constitution, present book bags to the students of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area, and have moved the business of Alpha forward, “Focused on the Future.” My goal for this week is to have a socially enjoyable working experience while taking the business of Alpha back to your local chapters.

RECOGNIZING BROTHER SUTTON AND BROTHER RAWLS 2015 has been a challenging year health wise for two of our living Jewels. I cannot remember a time our 26th general president and life member # 21 have not been at a General Convention together. Brother Ozell Sutton and Brother John C. “J.C.” Rawls have been very ill this year. But God has told them, “Not yet, you still have more work to do!”

THE CHARGE TO THE COMMUNITY

Both are recovering from serious health issues, however, their spirits remain high. When you are the 21 Life Member like Brother Rawls or a 75-year member and Past General President like Brother Sutton, I believe you can go out on your own terms. They send you their good wishes and I respectfully dedicate this Address in honor of these legendary Alpha men and all Alpha men that could not be here to fellowship with us at this general convention. As a show of respect, I want to record a simple get well message from this convention. I know it will truly lift their spirits that they are being thought about.

I want to thank my brothers of Charleston, especially Beta Kappa Lambda, the brothers of South Carolina, Brother Director William Spears; Southern Regional

And one final note, Mrs. Charlotte Wesley Holloman, the daughter of 14th General President Charles H. Wesley passed last Friday. She was a pianist and classically trained

And as I expressed this sentiment, “We know God has a plan...Brother Pinckney and our eight brothers and sisters became a vessel for change in this country and in the south.” Their death was the catalyst for the Confederate flag to be removed from the grounds of the state capital—a triumph indeed but at too high of a price. And for Dylan Roof to simply say, “not guilty!”

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opera singer who devoted the last 50 years of her life teaching the vocal arts, and mentoring. She retired from her alma mater, Howard University's music department in 2013, as a master instructor. Let’s keep the Holloman family in our prayers.

RECOGNIZING KEY MILESTONES Since the last convention we celebrated three chapters who entered the Century Club. Will brothers and initiates from Pi Chapter, Rho Chapter, and Sigma Chapter please stand and be recognized. Congratulations on your milestone and continue to uphold the Mission of Alpha.

We also celebrated the 100th anniversary of The Sphinx Magazine. And I want to thank Brother Rick Blalock for his service and energy as editor in chief of the Magazine.

AN HONOR TO LEAD It gives me great honor to stand before you to relay the news of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated in this my final State of the Fraternity Address at a General Convention. Now I’ve heard I have plenty of years to become a beloved past general president, but for now, you are stuck with me for another year and a half. But the reality is, this will be the last time that I have the opportunity to stand before the general body as a whole and to report on the operations, the successes, and the future of our beloved A-Phi-A. In doing so, I would like to assure you that as your general president, I have sought to consistently preserve and protect those core values that have brought us to this place and this time in our history. Without a doubt we are doing more and we mean more to our communities. We are the game-changing gold standard by which other organizations measure themselves.

We have also maintained the tradition of Alpha Phi Alpha by being involved in contemporary and timely issues that affect our people and our communities. I have been proud to see the Black and Gold well represented at events across the country. We were there in our own backyard in Baltimore. Calling for justice! Calling for calm following the death of Freddie Gray.

We are approaching the 1 year anniversary of the death of Michael Brown and we are still dealing the shooting of black men. After listening to our Brother Daryl Parks and Benjamin Crump, you should be proud of Alpha’s response that elevated the conversation. We are at similar events across the country and around the world and as I stated at each regional convention, we made contributions to support others who are in the fight proving Alpha Phi Alpha has a social and moral conscience.

In 108 years, Alpha Phi Alpha has maintained the reputation as an organization that has done more than simply say, “We are First of All.” During that time, we have sought not to be famous but to be effective. Not to have the greatest numbers but rather have the greatest impact. Not just to be revered but also to be relevant.

That’s my goal for the remainder of my term like I have done for the last 2 years, to keep Alpha Phi Alpha relevant.

Addressing issues is not a competition. There’s no one keeping score. What you see is what we have done over the last 2 years but more importantly, there are outcomes from our acts of service.

ADDRESSING ISSUES Congratulations to my brothers of Eta Epsilon Lambda for receiving the Grand Band, Order of the Star of Africa from her Excellency President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Monrovia, Liberia. This recognition is for their Distinguished Service in the fight against ebola, which they alerted Alpha before the first case in the United States. Would Brothers of Eta Epsilon Lambda please stand. Thank you my Brothers for calling to our attention an issue that had global implications.

Thank you to the chapters and brothers who supported the March for Babies Campaign. Alpha raised more than $661,000 in the last 2 years. And as you heard from the president of the March of Dimes last night, they are committed to assisting Alpha in reaching young men through our Project Alpha national program. Several brothers from around the country were working on the updates with the March of Dimes and you should receive them in the coming months.

I am pleased to announce that we have taken a proactive lead in being a significant and material part of President Obama’s “My Brother’s Keeper Initiative." We formally submitted a $5 million federal grant to the United States Department of Justice. This “Youth Mentoring Initiative” grant through the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention will allow Alpha to conduct and grow the Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College national program. These critical federal funds will allow us to expand our service delivery in cities throughout the Fraternity. We are awaiting a formal reply and more information will be provided.

At this convention, we are intentional about our racial justice and public policy agendas but we know Alpha cannot do it alone. Become engaged and have a liaison with local chapters of the NAACP and National Urban League, to get ahead of major issues confronting our communities. And one more thing, if you know a fire is going on in your backyard, don't wait for me to email you a statement. Put it out and we’ll assess the damages. You

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have a license as an established chapter to address issues locally under the banner of Fraternity. Implement the Law and your community program developed by the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives who partnered with the Divine Nine organizations.

Attend the workshop on Friday for details on where Alpha is going and what we need for you to do locally to protect our young men. Thank you the districts that host Legislative Days at the state capital. Alpha will continue to define, refine, and advance a unified agenda.

FIRST OF ALL, WE VOTE

At this convention we are encouraging the Charlotte community to vote. We are conducting a voter registration drive with the local Urban League chapter. We will also review a proposal to establish an official Alpha Political Action Committee for candidate forums and communicating local issues, not for fundraising. Let me congratulate all Alpha Men who were recently elected to political offices like: Brother Charles Jones, Brother Justin T. Bamberg, Brother Napoleon Bracy, Brother Michael Blake, Past Midwestern Region AVP, Brother Elgie R. Sims, our Midwestern current region vice president Brother Charles Sydnor, Brother Isaiah Oliver, and Brother Wayne Messam. We are in the mayoral office, city councils, state houses and maybe one day the White House.

Currently, Brother Eufrancia Lash, Brother Michael Williams of Akron, Ohio, and Brother Desmund Adams of Des Moines, Iowa are all currently campaigning for elected positions. Check our Facebook page and tweets. If you want to assist, reach out to them. Let’s get these Alpha men elected to show how far and wide our reach really is. I have a “charge” for each chapter for the upcoming presidential election and for any election in your local communities. Host candidate and debate forums and proudly display the “First of All, We Vote” logo. It’s more than registering voters; it’s about increasing the number of educated voters.

PRESERVING OUR HISTORY We are preserving our role in history and telling our stories with the Build the Dream documentary which aired on PBS stations and won an Emmy. We are executing the Centennial Preservation Project from our 100th anniversary celebration, the Omega service and funeral service for our Brother Senator Edward Brooke. Get your copy. Written by Brother Robert Harris, this Volume includes the administrations of the 25th General President, Brother James R. Williams through the 32nd General President, Brother Darryl R. Matthews. I just hope I don’t have to wait 35 years for my chapter. Again, get your copy here at the convention and get it signed by Brother Harris and the general presidents. We’ll be glad to sign it.

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HISTORIC MILESTONES Finally, we have been represented at historic anniversaries like the 50th anniversary of the NAACP Freedom March in Detroit, the prelude event to the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in Washington D.C., and earlier this year, the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March. Brothers have asked if we will be involved in the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March. Yes! I’ve been in contact with officials from the Nation of Islam. Details are pending. Stay tuned for further information.

And to my college brothers, college days do indeed swiftly pass,” and I encourage you to take advantage of opportunities that are afforded you. Every item you see listed has been sent to you in just about every form of communication, including me recording a YouTube video. G-E is announcing its 5th C2C Leadership Forum. Wells Fargo continues to provide internship opportunities and is hosting a reception specifically for you to learn more about them. We have companies and partners ready to hire you on the spot at this convention. This is an investment into your transition from college life to becoming a viable member ready to take on life’s challenges through your career progression. This is where you start but you have the responsibility. The best measure of opportunity is access to a wide network that you can tap into. Review your schedule and go to any event that says “College” in its title. It’s up to you to take advantage of these career prospects. This is an investment in you. If we don’t have anything in your desired career scope, no problem. Use it as a tool to network. Opportunity is who we are. We need you to be in a position to take charge.

TRANSITION TO CONVENTION BUSINESS Lastly, brothers, our fiscal house remains in order. You heard from Brother Lyle and Brother Harvey on how we are treating and protecting your investments and we have reduced our Audit comments from double digits prior to 2013 to zero audit comments for 2014.

This is a monumental accomplishment, and in 2 years, it says that we have turned a corner by assuring we are following our internal controls and accounting processes. Thank you for the leadership of our fiscal officers and staff, our Budget and Finance Committee, our and Audit Committee. You have helped Alpha regain its financial focus. Thank you.

RESOLUTION FOR MUSEUM At this convention, you will vote on a resolution for Alpha Phi Alpha to become a founding donor with a $1 million pledge and contribution to support the building of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. If you have been in Washington,

D.C. lately, the building is almost complete. This will become the nation’s museum devoted to the men, women, and events that shaped this country through the eyes of African Americans. If approved, our contribution will recognize us as a founding donor with permanent and visible recognition of our involvement.

Our pledge can be made in 5 installments of $200,000 per year. This would be a budgeted amount and payable from our investment income that can be used for charitable contributions. It will not affect our operating budget. Many of you said Alpha was placed on the map when we led the building of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. Now others are looking for us to take the lead in support of another memorial for our ancestors and brothers who will be in this museum. This endeavor means we are crafting another lasting legacy for America, brothers, and I asked that you adopt this resolution on Saturday.

TRANSITION TO AMENDMENTS As general president I’m committed to shaping this fraternity in a direction that safeguards our corporate identity, brand, structure, affiliations, and brotherhood. Each and every one of us have a duty to ensure we remain strategic, transparent, accountable, and compliant as we ask members, companies, and other organizations to invest in us. There are a number of amendments to update the Constitution and By-Laws all meant to shape the future of this organization. I will focus on 2 amendments in particular.

It will be a mistake to remove the voting right of the immediate past general president from the board of directors. The main responsibility and duty of this position is to intentionally provide a line of succession from one general president administration to the next. This allows the board of directors continuity in the business of the Fraternity.

The original language in the Constitution is very clear; he is no longer general president. But his role is not to ride off into the sunset and leave his successor to that office without his support and his guidance.

The immediate past general president’s vote is an important vote. And it was long established that the most recent of past general presidents remain an integral presence to the board of directors and its deliberations. As a “soon to be” past general president myself, I’m looking forward to continue executing my responsibility to make meaningful contributions to the business of Alpha. So I asked that you not support this proposal.

CURRENT BOARD STRUCTURE The second proposal is one that was authored through this office. As a recap, the proposal is to expand the membership of the board of directors of Alpha Phi Alpha.

Throughout each regional convention, I stated that our board of directors structure has been in place since 1954.

The combined time to campaign for each elected position that allows a member the right to serve on the board is just under 6 years. It’s my belief that this mid-twentieth century model no longer fits our strategic progression for this fraternity. I also believe Alpha requires a broader and more inclusive point of view from our membership that’s diverse, experienced, and can serve at the highest level of this fraternity without assuming additional administrative responsibilities.

Expanding the board of directors will allow for the addition of 5 at-large members (4 alumni and one collegiate member) called independent directors. This means the membership of the board of directors will grow from 14 to 19 voting members. The purpose of these independent directors is to provide strategic leadership and direction to the fraternity. They will not have administrative or management duties, which currently resides with the fiscal officers and regional vice presidents but don’t be mistaken; they’re coming here to work.

HOW INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS ARE ADDED The recommendation also includes a separate selection process, which will be integrated into the current Protocol and Guidelines for elections, the same document that contains procedures for general officer positions. If the proposal is adopted, the protocol and guidelines document will be updated to include the criteria such as: must be in good standing, seen as a thought leader, and can demonstrate they can get things done. The document also includes the candidate application, which will also be updated with the position.

Stated in the protocol and guidelines for elections is the timeline to communicate the application submission process for interested members. Once announced, members would complete the application, indicating their interest to serve as an independent director.

The members would be certified for the position by our Committee on Elections and just like they do today, who will review the application for completeness, confirm all required information has been submitted, and validate the membership status of each applicant. This is included as part of our current process to certify general officer candidates. Where it separates, the board of directors would then review, interview, and select who should be the recommended candidates based on the fraternity’s need or strategic direction. The recommended members would become nominees to be presented to the general convention for confirmation. And just like we have done with our current candidates, members will be able to review candidates' bios, qualifications, and what have they done to assume executive leadership to lead the fraternity.

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The general convention, the supreme governing body, still holds the key for entry to Alpha board leadership. If the recommendations are supported in the affirmative, the independent directors will serve their respective terms and the general convention still holds the power not to confirm the board’s recommendation. The addition of these atlarge members does not change or alter the responsibility, requirements, or criteria of any of the current elected general office positions or the board of directors’ responsibilities as a whole.

Expanding the board of directors can attract our brothers with a certain expertise, experiences, or access to resources who will not have to subject themselves to a lengthy campaign process. To have a global perspective on Alpha Phi Alpha is challenging; while we are engaged with frivolous issues these independent directors will focus on Alpha Phi Alpha, not the region from which they come. Brothers, I’m asking you today to not only expand the membership of the board but allow it the flexibility to be game-changers for Alpha Phi Alpha.

UPDATE TO THE ELECTION PROCESS The last big business item you will handle at this convention is the selection of Alpha’s next set of leaders. In 2 years, the current composition of your board of directors will give way to new voices with the same purpose, to move Alpha in a progressive direction.

These are your candidates and listed is the timeline. We have been working very hard to reduce the cost for these brothers to campaign while they present themselves to you for leadership.

You will receive constant reminders on where you are in the process. We are also planning to have electronic voting for the general election of the office of general president. You will still receive your ballots in the mail, but for the first time, you will have the option to actually vote electronically instead of mailing your ballot back in. Yes, we will validate if you try to cast a vote twice. If we are truly to be leaders in this country we have to perform better in our own elections.

THE FUTURE OF ALPHA The theme of this convention is “Focused on the Future: Investing in Our Community, Health, Wealth, and Self!”

We are moving forward in a “Spirit of Brotherhood and Unity.” This mighty ship has been through some tough storms, but her sails remain strong and tested by the ill winds that sometime befall her. She creaks at times and rolls with the waves but one thing about this mighty vessel, it always makes it to port.

Its crew, who perform their jobs, will always have a firm grip on its rigging. We are heading now into a new day

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with the wind at our backs and the sun on our faces. And as your captain,…correction…as your commander-inchief, I can assure you safe passage and when the time comes, her next captain will receive her in great shape.

We are Alpha Phi Alpha, greater than yesterday and looking ahead to an even greater tomorrow. Thank you, my brothers, and God bless you and God bless Alpha Phi Alpha!

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA LEADERSHIP The general president serves as the chairman of the board of directors of Alpha Phi Alpha. Listed are the 49 members of the board, national officers and committee leadership that served between 2013 and 2016. Committees are the organizational units in which the real work gets done and

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the objectives of Alpha Phi Alpha are achieved. Thank you to the men who served on committees, participated on special assignments, and those who invested their talents to move the business and mission of Alpha Phi Alpha forward.

GENERAL OFFICERS General President Mark S. Tillman Immediate Past General President Vacant Comptroller, Steven Sims (2013 ~2015) Donald E. Jackson (2016 ~ 2016) General Treasurer Hyacinth C. Ahuruonye VICE PRESIDENTS Eastern Region Sean L. McCaskill (2013) R. Anthony Mills (2013–2016) Midwestern Region Hon. Elgie R. Sims (2013) Willis L. Lonzer (2015–2016) Southern Region Jamel L. Crumel, Sr. (2013) Ronald M. Natson (2013–2016) Southwestern Region Roderick L. Smothers, Sr. (2013) Maurice Gipson (2013–2016) Western Region Aaron Crutison, Sr. (2013) * Russell Flye (2013–2016) ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENTS Eastern Region Brandon Johnson (2013–2014) Julian J. Jackson (2014–-2015) Augustus Tolston III (2015–2016) Jordan Beckford (2016) Midwestern Region Sharron Anderson (2012–2013) Adarius Payton (2013–2014) Jameson Taylor (2014–2015) Justin Roberson (2015–2016) Kiel M. Barton (2016) Southern Region Jeremy Kirk (2013) Ismael Brown (2013–2014) Devin Jenkins (2014–2015) Brandon Woodruff (2015–2016) Qu’Derrick R. Covington (2016) Southwestern Region G. Christopher Cutkelvin (2013) Deshaun Artis (2013 –2014) Demario Lowe (2014–2015) Rashad L. Hall (2015–2016) Barry A. Taylor (2016) Western Region Liquan Hunt (2013) Darion Wallace (2013–2014) Gary L. Daniels (2014–2015) Jaron McReynolds (2015–2016) Kagi M. Kananga (2016) NON-VOTING BOARD MEMBERS Executive Director William Douglass Lyle General Counsel Wayne C. Harvey Historian Robert L. Harris Parliamentarian Lucien Metellus

PAST GENERAL PRESIDENTS 25th General President James R. Williams 26th General President Ozell Sutton + 27th General President Charles C. Teamer, Sr. 28th General President Henry Ponder 29th General President Milton C. Davis 30th General President Adrian L. Wallace 31st General President Harry E. Johnson, Sr. 32nd General President Darryl R. Matthews, Sr.

* The board position of immediate past general president was left vacant due to the suspension of Herman Mason by the 92nd General Convention. Brother Aaron Crutison served as acting general president from April 2012 to December 2012. + Entered Omega Chapter in 2015

NATIONAL OFFICERS Director of Conventions Van Strickland Parliamentarian Lucien J. Metellus Chaplain Rev. Clyde Carnegie Sergeant of Arms Darrell M. Chase Security Donald L. Woods STANDING COMMITTEES Committee on Constitution John M. Williams Committee on Budget & Finance Anthony D. Wilson Committee on Endowment and Capital Formation VACANT Committee on Elections Lucious Turner, III Committee on Fraternal Standards Anthony L. Cheatham Committee on Grievance and Discipline Hervery B. Young Committee on Membership Development VACANT Historical Commission Dr. Robert L. Harris Committee on Publications Paul E. Brown Committee on Public Policy Dr. Jean Accius, II Committee on Human Resources Antonio Johnson, Roger Gregory, 2015 ++ Commission on College Brothers Affairs, Fredrick L. Cox Commission on Racial Justice Dr. R. Gregory Johnson, Dr. Gregory Vincent Commission on Business and Economic Development Jermaine B. Patterson Committee on Life Membership Alex DeJarnett CONVENTION COMMITTEES Committee on Rules and Credentials Ronald D. Stovall Committee on Resolutions and Recommendations Joseph K. Byrd Committee on Awards and Achievements Rodney L. Frank SPECIAL COMMITTEES College Life to Corporate Life Kevin McAllister Committee on Protocol and Logistics Kenyatta N. Shamburger Committee on Time and Place Parker Burton, III Committee on Training and Development, Clifford M. Clarke Health and Wellness Dr. Felix Gallagher International Affairs Andre A. Moss Leadership Development Institute Brandon R. Tucker Jewel Tandy/Kelley Military Brothers Darryl W. Sharp Management Information Systems / Technology Rufus P. Credle, Jr. Reclamation Frank Russell, Jr. Ritual and Ceremonies Ryle A. Bell Senior Alpha Affairs Arthur Pinckney, Sloan Letman ++ World Policy Council Ambassador Horace Dawson SPECIAL PURPOSE ** Audit Committee Donald E. Jackson Investment Committee Hyacinth C. Ahuronye NATIONAL PROGRAMS Go to High School Go to College Dr. Ernest Black Project Alpha Charles Marshall A Voteless People is a Hopeless People Steve Jones Brother’s Keeper, Adrian Brockington SPECIAL PROJECTS AND PARTNERSHIPS Big Brothers Big Sisters, Dale Long Boy Scout Bobby R. Williams March of Dimes Wilbert Brown COMPETITIONS Belford V. Lawson Oratorical Contest LeAaron Foley Black and Gold Pageant Andre P. Prospere Collegiate Scholars Bowl Thomas A. Vance, Jr. Hobart Jarrett Debate Competition Ryan T. Brown Step Show Warren Isenhour SPECIAL TASKFORCE Initial Membership Development Process Darren Morton Strategic Planning Phillip Parker Alpha University Joel Johnson Fraternal Regulations Lucien J. Metellus

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The Alpha Investment Journey WAKING THE HYMN DETRICK HUGHES Just below our march captured in a rhythmic beat of feet, we chased a light hum that gathered at the edge of dark sky.

While the moon hung, felt sounds rise against each deliberate step, one drowning the other while hot sand ccompressed to wooden floors.

It creaked between each breath heaved, filled every groove of calloused soles.

We came in white worn tees, dusted dungarees on a slow stroll.

The weight, heavy, heaped on shoulders, not a burden. “Welcome to the house� whispered in one ear with a fistful of tee spilling from fingers.

The hum captured the other from some waking depth beneath walls.

Filled every corner, every crevice, each nook and cranny. Wondered if the wood remembered each Alpha when the harmony smothered those beams and rafters.

Would it, remember? We stilled ourselves in quiet spaces, shut our eyes, freed our minds.

Let lifted voices wash over --a room.

The hymn came alive from that drumming hum and welcomed us into the house.

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TOP ROW: 29th General President Milton C. Davis; 32nd General President Darryl R. Matthews Sr.; 30th General President Adrian L. Wallace; 28th General President Henry Ponder; 31st General President Harry E. Johnson Sr.; 27th General President Charles C. Teamer Sr. BOTTOM ROW: 26th General President Ozell Sutton; 34th General President Mark S. Tillman; 25th General President James R. Williams

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FINAL THOUGHTS: FOCUSED ON ALPHA’S FUTURE Thirty-one years ago, Alpha Phi Alpha gave a young college man from Dillard University the blessing to enter the portals of brotherhood and leadership. This fraternity instilled in me a belief to keep faithful to the creed of companionship and that I am the castle of dreams, ambitious, successful, hopeful dreams! I was prepared to lead, motivated by our mission, elevated by your prayers, and remained a “Brother’s Brother."

When I assumed office, I knew the tasks would be daunting and that the decisions to be made would be difficult. I knew that unforeseen problems would arise and that swift action would be required. I knew the hours would be long, the travel would be wearying, and that pleasing everyone was a virtual impossibility. But even in the early hours of my presidency, I came to realize that in all things I would need to have an “attitude of gratitude."And as I look back at my years in office, I have come to acknowledge that this one ideal saw me through.

Business writer Adam Torens gives three reasons that each of us should develop an “attitude of gratitude.”

First, gratitude shifts your mindset. When we transform our thinking from one of a problem mentality to one of proactive solutions,things fall into place. Second, gratitude creates solutions. Results happen when we see solutions where others see obstacles. Third, an “attitude of gratitude” is contagious. When people see you and what you are doing that is positive, then they want to be you, and like you, and around you.

No general president gets to complete everything you elected him to do and where we go from Alpha Phi Alpha’s current position is not just dependent on the general president, but all of us. My vision for when I was a candidate was to invest in what we already have in our membership and evolve our approach to new issues that come our way. I knew some goals would go beyond this administration, and even into the next generation of leaders.

we can have more resources serving you, we cannot continue to do it off our current membership dues.

3. The membership composition of the board of directors will need to evolve. Continue to explore the idea of the expansion of the board of directors as we need that diversity of experiences at the table of leadership. The current process is dated and inflexible to meet the needs of a nimble Alpha Phi Alpha.

4. Close the perception of a gap between college brothers and alumni brothers. If the general president can step with college brothers, then all brothers can step with each other. Work as a team and not as a demographic.

5. And finally, social media is our greatest asset and our greatest threat. In spite of the hard work our fraternity continues to do, we still have some who want to undermine that progress. If each of us puts in the work we will get the results.

I am totally confident in the future of Alpha Phi Alpha that will ensure we stay relevant, resilient, and show results. We will continue to be “servants of all.” We shoulder the responsibility that comes with being the first.

We bear gifts that must be shared with the world. As a past general president, I will support Alpha Phi Alpha’s new general president in Brother Everett B. Ward, Ph.D. He is a proven leader who has immeasurable strengths and insight. We shall rally behind him, and every future leader who will hold the honor of being called general president.

It has been an honor and a privilege to have been of service to you and this nation. I leave you now, just as I entered, a humble servant with an “attitude of gratitude."

Thank you for the opportunity, the fellowship, and the hospitality you have shown to me and my family.

May God bless you and Alpha Phi Alpha!

Listed are simply my thoughts as I gained additional perspectives from being the leader of this fraternity, and one day, some may come before this body for deliberation.

1. We will need to seriously look at providing a salary for the office of general president and your executive leadership that you elect as members to the board of directors. The man who assumes this office and those who are representing you are working two jobs with no time off. I know this idea will be met with some skepticism. But the time has come to at least consider the thought.

2. We will need to increase the grand tax of members from our current level to a number that meets today’s inflation and membership demands. If we want to elevate the level of our administrative hub so that Brother Tillman congratulates General President-Elect Brother Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.

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CONGRATULATIONS JOB WELL DONE “On Tuesday, January 20, 2009, Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th president of the United States, the first African American to ever hold the highest office in the land. With his wife Michelle, and daughters Sasha and Malia, they became a symbol of the diversity in America. They have set an example where every child shall have the audacity of hope to realize their potential. The first family will forever be a beacon for the next generation with their class, grace, and style. America still has a long way to go, but for every journey, it begins with the first step. Congratulations Mr. President and Mrs. Obama on a job well done!�

- Mark S. Tillman, General President

THE ALPHA INVESTMENT 2013-2016 QUADRENNIAL REPORT BROTHER MARK S. TILLMAN 34TH GENERAL PRESIDENT

This Quadrennial Report was developed by many hard working staff members at the general office and brothers who volunteered their time in support of the fraternity. The images are captured by many who witnessed our actions in real time, ensuring Alpha Phi Alpha’s relevance today. Thank you to all who have made this journey and this document an incredible experience; and let it be an inspiration to those who may seek the mantle of leadership. – Brother Mark S. Tillman, 34th General President