2014 Divine Nine Magazine

2014 Edition

Magazine FEATURES: • Who We Are, Page 7 National News & Notables • What We Do, Page 23 Local News & Programs

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LETTER FROM THE EDITORS Greetings!

We are humbled and honored to present to you the 2014 edition of the Divine Nine Magazine. We want to first of all thank God from whom all blessings flow.

The publication connects on a personal level with members of the Divine Nine. Our coverage is about you— your lives, your challenges and your aspirations. We hope that our expertise in presenting this Magazine will empower you to make the best choices when it comes to growing your fraternity, your sorority, your career and your business.

Specifically, the Magazine tells the story of the historical significance of the Divine Nine Organizations in the Indianapolis community. It highlights the achievements of the organizations and its members. This year’s edition features: articles from the Indianapolis area Divine Nine Graduate Chapters, biographies of notable members of the Divine Nine, business and professional listings of members of the Divine Nine, information that explores the culture of the Divine Nine and information on the community outreach partnerships fostered by the Divine Nine Chapters.

We have had a truly blessed year. We have expanded our brand, we launched the Divine Nine Radio Show with the goal of sharing the news and views of the Divine Nine view radio. Our planning for 2014 includes the introduction of social , fitness and charitable events. In April 2014, we will launch the Divine Nine Walking Club. During the Indianapolis 500 Celebration in May we will host the 1st annual Funky Fitness Charity Event and Indianapolis 500 Tailgate party. In September we will host the Great Bike Experience.

Our mission is to inform and uplift the people of our community; we intend to continue doing just that. We hope that you look, listen and participate in our upcoming events.

We sincerely thank the many advertisers and sponsors that have supported our Magazine. We offer special thanks to our friends at Eli Lilly, Dr. Shawn Cabbell and Attorney Richard Hailey. Without them our publication would not exist. We highly encourage all the citizens of Indianapolis along with all sorority and fraternity members to support the advertisers in our magazine.

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Indianapolis National PanHelenic Council H I S T O R Y, L E A D E R S H I P A N D L O C A L P R O G R A M S

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SERVICE IN OUR COMMUNITY

Families being served at the 2013 Back to School Extravaganza

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INCORPORATED

Deeply Entrenched In the Community by [Chi Chi Omega Chapter]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Chi Chi Omega Chapter has been deeply entrenched in “Service in Our Community” since 2005.

Programing directly impacting the greater Indianapolis community includes:

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 Emerging Young Leaders  Books and Breakfast with Santa  Back to School Extravaganza  Pink Goes Red for a Day  Indy Reads EMERGING YOUNG LEADERS

Emerging Young Leaders (EYL) is a signature program of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., with a focus on leadership development, character building, civic

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engagement and academic achievement of middle school girls, grades 6-8. This year marks the fourth year for the program as a national initiative for Alpha Kappa Sorority Inc. However, Chi Chi Omega Chapter has been dedicated to such programming since 2006. Formerly known as the PEARLS Club, the program has evolved into a 9-month experience of invaluable workshops, life skills development and one-on-one mentoring.

Past workshops have covered topics that are both timely and timeless for this generation of young ladies: bullying, etiquette & cyber etiquette, self-Image & vision boards, college visitations, dealing with boys,

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personal hygiene and community service, to name a few.

Throughout the program, the girls are also given the opportunity to fundraise and earn college scholarships and other awards for themselves.

To-date, the program has been able to award over $20,000 in scholarships since its first class in

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ladies display their gifts, talents and personal growth to the community through music, song, dance and theatrical ability. This is always a must-see show!

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Johnson Controls, Firestone, Books and Breakfast with Santa has become a community anchor.

The men of Omega Psi Phi also donate their time and cooking skills to provide breakfast to the Indianapolis youth ages 5-13 and their parents/caregivers.

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The “Back to School Extravaganza" was held 2012 Books and Breakfast with at Charles Tindley Santa Book Distribution Accelerated School. Chi Chi Omega gave away lunch boxes and information about the reinforcement. new food pyramid. Plus, free health screenings, games and Through the years of support from activities for children, food and Chi Chi Omega members, the entertainment was provided.

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As Chi Chi Omega grew and evolved, the concept behind Books and Breakfast with Santa evolved as well. Every year members of Chi Chi Omega rally together to donate the food, giveaway, craft and set-up supplies

But Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Chi Chi Omega chapter in conjunction with Emerging Pearls Foundation has worked hard to change that reality. On Saturday, July 27, 2013 hundreds of backpacks were donated stuffed with school supplies to students in Central Indiana.

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Over the years, members of Chi Chi Omega became increasingly concerned over the achievement gap experienced by children of color, focusing on the most recent reports that featured insights about children who attended schools with the highest poverty percentages, the ongoing connection between morning nutrition and achievement, and intentional wanting to make a difference beyond a one-day event.

backpacks because their parents can't afford the basic supplies.

Indeed, children need the right tools to succeed in school: pencils, paper, pens crayons and something to carry them in. But many students in Central Indiana head to class with nothing but a plastic bag to carry their books and school supplies in. The painful reality is that hundreds of Central Indiana students don't have the tools they need for school.

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The idea of Books and Breakfast with Santa has been a part of the fabric of Chi Chi Omega since 2005 when members began thinking of a community based event that would celebrate the child in each of us; beginning with the traditional ‘photo-op’ with Santa.

needed to create a Winter Wonderland. On site reading for the day, age-appropriate materials, personalized assistance for selection of books, pre-school activities for home-based play and free admission for all parents and adult care-givers has complimented the traditional activities that have defined holiday fun in the greater Indianapolis community. Our beloved holiday program has been transformed into a multigenerational event, providing several tiers of literacy

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PEARLS/EYL has successfully matriculated over eighty 6th, 7th and 8th grade girls. Chi Chi Omega provides programming to the youth of the Indianapolis community, because we are committed to equipping and empowering girls to not only succeed, but to lead!

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Inspired by a dedicated investment of human capital and a bold commitment to the principles of basic human rights, we shall devote our talent and resources to be of "service to all mankind". Awareness, advocacy and action are the primary vehicles for the worldwide delivery of our service initiatives.

Chi Chi Omega incorporates the International Program Initiatives into our 2014 Signature Programs

International Program Initiatives

2014 Chi Chi Omega Signature Programs

Social Rights and Human Justice

Emerging Young Leaders and Pearls Showcase

Global Leadership

Back to School Fair

Economic Security

Books and Breakfast with Santa

Emerging Young Leaders (EYL) Global Poverty Health Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA) is an international service organization that was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC on January 15, 1908. It is the oldest Greek-lettered organization established by African-American college educated women. Chartered on May 21, 2005, Chi Chi Omega chapter of continues the legacy of AKA, providing exciting and new ways to serve our sisterhood. www.facebook.com/chichiomega

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Since its chartering on February 16, 1929, Alpha Mu Omega chapter has given the Indianapolis community a rich heritage of programs impacting education, arts and culture, health and wellness and areas of social advocacy. Its membership of more than 300 Alpha Kappa Alpha women include central Indiana’s most prominent and accomplished professionals. During the past 84 years, Alpha Mu Omega chapter has delivered on the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority promise of providing service to all mankind.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Alpha Mu Omega Chapter Serves the Indianapolis Community

Currently, Alpha Mu Omega chapter serves the community under the Global Leadership through Timeless Service Initiatives: Emerging Young Leaders program, Health– Sustainability Initiative, Global Poverty Initiative, Economic Security, Social Justice and Human Rights and Internal Leadership Training for External Service. Through these initiatives, in 2012, the chapter led 83 service projects totaling 3,781 hours and impacting 88,267 individuals in the Indianapolis community.

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Signature Program Highlights

Emerging Young Leaders (EYL) Initiative - This introductory program impacts the lives of young ladies in grades six through eight by providing leadership development, civic engagement, enhanced academic preparation and character building. The increasing demands of the twenty-first century mandate our youth to be better leaders at a younger age making smart choices with positive consequences.

For Alpha Mu Omega chapter, EYL is the beginning of the learning and leadership pipeline for young ladies. From EYL, young ladies can continue on to Rosebuds, a program for 9th and 10th graders, and eventually participate in the chapter’s scholarship program, Debutante Cotillion.

In January, (EYL) participants experienced a fun-filled day with learning the importance of philanthropy, managing their money, why giving back to the community is important, the future outlook of STEM careers and the proper use of technology to build their social network. EYL participants also had a wonderful opportunity to hear from a local youth speaker, Kayanna Lovette, and learn more on the importance of entrepreneurship and how this young lady was able to make her dreams come true by hosting an annual Miss Indy’s Dazzling Star

Pageant for young ladies in grades five through 9. Kayanna Lovette, a 15-year old motivational speaker and coach, shared some of her struggles and mistakes made as a youth. She also explained how she was able to turn her life around by following her passion of motivating students to follow their dreams.

Additionally, during the spring of this year, Emerging Young Leaders participated in an elegant dinner and workshop centered on teaching young ladies the proper way to dine and carry themselves in a sophisticated environment. All young ladies were asked to dress for success and had the privilege to enjoy a full course dining experience and learn several etiquette tips for fine dining. This included: proper table settings for formal dining, placement of eating utensils, resting and finishing positions, table manners if someone needs to be excused, proper ways to care yourself in public as well as social etiquette.

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Alpha Mu Omega Global Leadership through Timeless Service Initiatives Service Record Year #of Initiative Events Hours of Service People Impacted 2013 58* 3240* 43,000* 2012 83 3781 88,267 2011 68 2783 52,360 *as of 11/21/2013

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and padfolio for her interview and workforce apparel once she finds a job.

Committed to ending hunger and poverty, The Lord’s Pantry has become a staple project for Alpha Mu Omega chapter as the endeavor continues to grow and the chapter’s aid continues to increase with the need.

On Saturday, May 5, chapter members assisted the pantry by with sorting bread, unload and sorting fruits and vegetables from the delivery truck, and arranging grocery items. In addition, the chapter worked either behind the tables distributing the food or walked with guests carrying their grocery bags while they choose their items. Alpha Mu Omega aided the Lord’s Pantry in serving over 160 under served families in the String Town community.

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2013, Alpha Mu Omega hosted a suit drive at Studio B in downtown Indianapolis. The location is significant in itself as it is owned by one of the chapter members’. The community, chapter members and guests showed up in large numbers to support such a worthy cause. The ultimate goal of Dress For Success is to help women achieve self-sufficiency.

Alpha Mu Omega is committed to helping clothe disadvantaged women who are looking to enter the workforce. The professional clothing and confidence provided through Suits For Success play a major role in helping with this. In one day, the chapter collected a total of 278 items, in addition to providing a financial contribution to Dress for Success.

These donated items helped to stock the Dress For Success closets which are used to provide each client with a complete interview ensemble of a suit, hosiery, blouse, jewelry, purse, shoes

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Global Poverty Initiative - The goals for this initiative are to end hunger, preserve the environment and empower women. The program provides food production skills and training in self-reliance through gifts of seeds, livestock and training in environmentally sound agriculture.

Education in sustainable food practices makes women equal partners in ending poverty and hunger. Alpha Kappa Alpha continues its membership and consultative status with United Nations ECOSOC (Economic and Social Council). The sorority has global partners for self-help projects and awareness campaigns within the United States and abroad.

In April, Alpha Mu Omega chapter was a Premiere Sponsor for this year’s “Dress For Success Indianapolis Send One Suit Week” affording the chapter the opportunity to partner with Classic Cleaners of Indianapolis. On Sunday, April 14,

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Project Alpha Freedom Ride

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Brother Keith Terrell Memorial Freedom Ride to the Underground Railroad Freedom Museum “People get ready,

There’s a train a comin’, you don’t need no ticket, just get onboard”

On August 10, 2013, Iota Lambda Alumni Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was honored to share a trip of a life time to the Underground Railroad Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio, for a group of young men from the Indianapolis, Indiana area. Many of those participating had recently taken part in our Spring 2013 Project Alpha, the first phase of a continuing program we hope will be a model for future years. The purpose of this trip was to honor the memory of a recently deceased industrious Brother, who dedicated his life to the uplift of youth. Our goal is to reinforce values of homage to elders, acknowledge sacrifices of ancestors and to enhance the rich legacy of our culture. It is our desire that the trip ignites a passion and goal achievement for this upcoming school year. As the pictures suggest, the first annual ride was a pure TKO !!!!!!!

The Freedom Ride Committee included Brothers J. Davis, V. Davis, J. Reynolds, R. Sweatt, and Dr. L. Wright.

Principal photographer was Brother Christopher Walker with additional photos contributed by Dr. Wright.

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What We Do Project Alpha – Spring 2013 Our Third Annual Project Alpha in the current series was an “Alphastounding” success!!!!!!! Report from Br. Dr. Louis Wright, Chair

name for their team. They were cross examined ferociously without Brothers intervening.

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After lunch, the youth had rap/ spoken word battles. Br. Tunstall won a push up contest with a youth (was it 200 or 201????????). Brother John Davis brought Alexandria Dunlap, a Gates Millennium Scholar (full ride,

Continental breakfast went fast study abroad up to a Doctorate). She (mental note, again more food). A MLK imbued in the minds of the youth why memorial fly over started the session. we as Black men must treat our women Brother James Lewis summoned the and all women as they deserve. She occasion. Brother Tunstall gave the was seen as hope for a bright future to ground rules. After the video, their generation. Brother Tunstall (Mr.

Brother Vern Davis centered Co-Chair) showed a video about hard the conversation then Dr. Scott Mimms work and motivation (“Look Up, Get (a Kappa, but don’t hold it against Up and Don’t Ever Give Up,” Michael him) spoke, followed by Rev. Reginald Irvin at his Hall of Fame Induction).

Fletcher. A workshop for the four Brother Matt Steward reminded us groups challenged them with dreams how the law intervenes when intimate and barriers and they chose a college domestic violence occurs. He did a great skit to also show how to behave if pulled over. Brother Jesse Reynolds reached out and gave our youth pillars upon which to stand on for a life well lived. Brothers Davis, Tunstall, and Filer “strolled” for us as an unexpected bonus to the agenda.

At the end of the day, we gave them back their electronics. Brother Reynolds selected the quietest youth and had him pick out and complement the fellow youth that he admired. We then departed as friends and Brothers.

(Photos are courtesy of Brothers Presley and Bridges)

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Twenty four young men had the opportunity to interact with 21 Brothers in person (and 30 Brothers behind the scenes additionally) on April 27, 2013. We didn’t have enough “day” left to do everything in one session, but this allows us to set our sights on an overnight trip to accomplish and encompass all the great feedback offered.

We had to make extra food runs (mental check for more pizzas next time). I almost had to call for ambulances because a few of our Brothers were about to collapse at

lunch time, but Jimmy John’s perked them up before having to call 911.

We had prepared for 6 months, the last three with pre-conference sessions on Saturdays. The room was prepped the night before and most importantly we were well-prepared for the 24 youth who arrived as early as 7:40 a.m.

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The programs of the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter (IAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. are based upon the organization’s Five Point Programmatic Thrust – Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement. Five of our top service programs are Financial Fortitude, Scholarships, our youth initiatives, the Black College Tour, and Health Awareness.

Financial Fortitude is a program designed to increase financial literacy and stability. The signature event each year is the Economic Empowerment Breakfast and Seminar covering topics such as budgeting, home buying, and entrepreneurship.

For over three decades, the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter has awarded scholarships to deserving

young African-American women in their senior year of high school.

Scholarships are awarded based upon academic achievement, character, community service and extra-curricular activities, and financial need.

Delta’s youth development programs include the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy for girls ages 11-14, the Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS (Growing & Empowering Myself Successfully) for high school aged girls, and EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence) which focuses on African-American males.

Since 1985, the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter (IAC) has taken high school students on campus tours of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The Black College Tour (BCT) occurs annually

during spring break, and to date over 1200 students have toured at least 30 HBCUs. The BCT provides students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience on campus; participants interact with administrators, admissions officers, students, and faculty. Students can ask questions, look at dorms, investigate extracurricular activities, and make comparisons to other colleges in which they are interested. This tour allows Central Indiana students to see what an HBCU can offer and whether this is the path they want to follow for their college career.

One thing not left to the imagination is the impact that the 28year old Black College Tour has made on the participating students and the Indianapolis community. Based on the numerous testimonies the sorority has

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of heart disease and diabetes; our mothers and sisters are more likely to die from breast cancer than our majority peers; and our communities are being hit harder by HIV/AIDS. The Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter understands knowledge is power and is committed to improving physical and mental health in our community.

These are just a handful of the programs the Indianapolis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,

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Incorporated offers to the community.

Inspired by our 22 founders, we work to continue the movement those inspiring women began!

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disproportionately affect the AfricanAmerican community. Included in the chapter’s annual efforts are participation in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk; volunteering for the Go Red for Women Luncheon; and, fundraising and walking in support of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

Always looking for new ways to make an impact, on November 9, 2013 IAC was pleased to partner with the Indiana Minority Health Coalition on the screening of the award-winning documentary Even Me for the 10th Annual Indiana HIV Awareness Day. Even Me addresses the reality of the growing number of HIV/AIDS cases in older adults. The African-African community has a higher incidence

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received throughout the years, like the one below, IAC is definitely a force to be reckoned with!

“The Black College Tour was one of the greatest experiences of my high school career. Prior to the trip I was preparing tons of questions to ask universities that related to my interest.

I felt like since I paid so much money for this trip, I would be a fool to waste any of it. I thought the trip was going to be overly supervised and strict but it wasn’t, they gave us the freedom to meet others and most of all have a really fun time. Matter of fact, I met my high school sweetheart and some of the most amazing, intelligent friends on this trip. I was half and half on choosing a HBCU or a majority white university. But this experience made me understand that we as African Americans need to give back & support our own people. Whoever is reading this, I am so excited that you chose this experience and I really hope you digest every single information or experience that gets thrown at you because you won’t regret it. ENJOY & have the time of your life.” S.J., Tennessee State University c/o 2016 IAC’s Health Awareness program provides insightful information, financial contributions, and volunteer Delta-power to increase awareness about health issues that

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On September 19, 1963, in the height of the Civil Rights' Movement, these twelve founders gathered together on the steps of Hurt Gymnasium on the campus of Morgan State College (now known as Morgan State University) and formed Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. The fraternity was formed as a support system for men of color during the turbulent U.S. social climate of the time.

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THE FOUNDING OF IOTA PHI THETA FRATERNITY

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity is a nationally incorporated, predominantly African-American collegiate fraternity.

It was founded on September 19, 1963 at Morgan State University (then Morgan State College) in Baltimore, Maryland.

At present, it consists of over 70,000 members. There are currently around 300 undergraduate and alumni chapters, as well as colonies located in over 40 US states, the District of Columbia, the Bahamas, Japan and South Korea.

The fraternity holds membership in the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), an umbrella organization comprising nine (9) International Historically AfricanAmerican Greek letter Sororities and Fraternities, and the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC). The Centaur Magazine is the official publication of the Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. First published as a newsletter, the Centaur has evolved into a biannual magazine.

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. takes pride in its continued effort to facilitate and participate in various community service ventures and initiatives throughout various communities, especially the disenfranchised.

The fraternity was founded by 12 men—Albert Hicks, Lonnie Spruill, Jr., Charles Briscoe, Frank Coakley, John Slade, Barron Willis, Webster Lewis, Charles Brown, Louis Hudnell, Charles Gregory, Elias Dorsey, Jr., and Michael Williams—in the midst of the Civil Rights Movement even though there were already 4 other prominent Historically Black Fraternities at the time. Influences included organizations such as the Black Panthers, SNCC, plus individuals like Malcolm X, and Stokely Carmichael.

Iota brothers participated in various protests and sit-ins throughout the city of Baltimore. The Iota founders were distinguished from their peers as they were all non-traditional students. Three to five years older than their peers, many had served in the military, worked full-time while attending classes full-time, and had families with small children. These elements gave the Founders a different perspective than the typical fraternity member.

Iota Phi Theta sought to eradicate segregation with a protest that was organized against the Northwood Shopping Center in Baltimore, Maryland shortly after its founding.

Big Brothers of America was supported throughout the 1960s and 1970s. In fact, in 1974, then Grand Polaris, Thomas Dean appeared in a local television commercial on

behalf of Big Brothers of America. Their idealism continues to strive with service initiatives to involve the fraternity with the NAACP, The United Negro College Fund, The National Sickle Cell Foundation, The Southern Christian Leadership Conference, The National Federation of the Blind, and Project IMAGE. Most recently, the establishment of the National IOTA Foundation and Iota Youth Alliance helped extend Iota Phi Theta idealism regarding service and the building of traditions in the community. In 1992, the fraternity established the National Iota Foundation, a TaxExempt entity whose purpose is to assist the needy through scholarships and other financial assistance. Since its creation, the foundation has distributed over $250,000 in programs and services. They have a strong commitment to bring about empowerment to the African American community.

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Over the next year, WE, as ONE Brotherhood, will move forward, collectively and with resolute purpose, to strengthen our bonds of Brotherhood while initiating the Service initiatives that will let this nation and the world know that Iota Men are, indeed, “ ... the ones we’ve been waiting for.”

In Brotherhood, Robert Clark, 21st International Grand Polaris Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.

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Today, October 17th, the new administration for Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. officially takes office! First, I would like to thank those of you who supported Bro. Rich Gilbert and myself during our campaign and in the past election. We greatly appreciate your support and are humbled by those expressions of confidence in our abilities to lead Iota Phi Theta for the next four years. However, as I have said and will continue to say, WE (the current administration) will only be effective and successful with the support of the Brotherhood. It is my hope that under our administration, Brothers are inspired to become more active at all levels of leadership, as well as activity within the Fraternity in order for US, collectively, to be successful!

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“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” President Barack Obama.

However, in order for our Brotherhood to continue being the ‘relevant Change Agents’ that we were founded to be, there is much internal development that needs to occur, from the individual Brother to the chapters to the regions, which ultimately will strengthen our Fraternity, overall. To that end, for the next four years, there will be major focus on training and development. Although ‘esprit de corps’ in regards to chapters and regions, as well as the concept of Individuality within Brothers can be positive dynamics, it is crucial that Brothers understand that there is truly only ONE Iota - One Handshake, One Oath, One Brotherhood, One collective Mission and Focus.

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For the next 4 years (of this administration), it is my hope that our Brotherhood continues that ‘Tradition’ of being ‘Relevant through Service’ ... service to our communities and our people, both nationally and internationally. To this end, my administration will embark of ambitious community service endeavors to address the plethora of issues affecting our people both at home and abroad. It is my sincere hope that all like-minded Iota Men join in these endeavors to maximize our impact, hence our relevance, on our people and communities.

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Since its founding date, Iota Phi Theta has continued to grow and has become the fifth-largest, and fastest growing predominantly black fraternal organization in the United States. As of now, there are over 70,000 members in the United States and overseas. A key appeal of Iota Phi Theta is, as an organization, it refuses to have its members bind themselves to a defined fraternal image but celebrates the individuality of its members. More importantly, its members continue to build upon the fraternity's commitment to success and excellence with individual and collective achievements in such fields as politics, education, law, business, healthcare and the performing arts.

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For the past 50 years, Iota Men have been “Building a Tradition” through our perpetuation of our cardinal principles of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity and Brotherhood within the organization, but more importantly, within our respective communities. Founder John Slade once stated that the Founders wanted to create an organization that was relevant to our communities. Without question, over the past 50 years, the Brotherhood of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. has done just that, albeit often quietly and behind the scenes, without much fanfare. For those we’ve served, our contributions are both well-noted and appreciated, and we’ve earned their respect. However, it is time for the rest of the world to know of our Fraternity’s positive contributions and impacts.

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Kappa Alpha Psi honors Elder Watson Diggs

Members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. gather in front of a painting of one of their founding fathers, Elder Watson Diggs. Pictured left to right are members Richard L. Snow, executive director and chief operating officer; Michael J. Owens, Polemarch, North Central Province; Kristerpher J. Smith, Junior Grand Vice Polemarch; Dwayne M. Murray, Esq., Grand Polemarch; Eugene G. White, superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools; Senior Grand Vice Polemarch William “Randy” Bates Jr., Esq.; William G. Mays, president of Mays Chemical Co.; Arthur L. Carter Sr.; and Eugene L. Murray, Polemarch of the Indianapolis Alumni Chapter.

their color, religion or national origin. It is a fact of which KAPPA ALPHA PSI is justly proud that the Constitution has never contained any clause which either excluded or suggested the exclusion of a man from membership merely because of his color, creed, or national origin. The Constitution of KAPPA ALPHA PSI is predicated upon, and dedicated to, the principles of achievement through a truly democratic Fraternity.

Chartered and incorporated originally under the laws of the State of Indiana as Kappa Alpha Nu on May 15, 1911, the name was changed to KAPPA ALPHA PSI on a resolution offered and adopted at the Grand Chapter in December 1914. This change became effective April 15, 1915, on a proclamation by the then Grand Polemarch, Elder Watson Diggs. Thus, the name acquired a distinctive Greek letter symbol and KAPPA ALPHA PSI thereby became a Greek letter Fraternity in every sense of the designation.

Taken from: “A SHORT CHRONICLE OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY”

a brief history of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity

Kappa Alpha Psi , a college Fraternity, now comprised of functioning Undergraduate and Alumni Chapters on major campuses and in cities throughout the country, is the crystallization of a dream. It is the beautiful realization of a vision shared commonly by the late Revered Founders Elder Watson Diggs; John Milton Lee; Byron Kenneth Armstrong; Guy Levis Grant; Ezra Dee Alexander; Henry Tourner Asher; Marcus Peter Blakemore; Paul Waymond Caine; Edward Giles Irvin and George Wesley Edmonds.

It was the vision of these astute men that enabled them in the school year 1910 - 11, more specifically the night of January 5, 1911, on the campus of Indiana University at Bloomington, Indiana, to sow the seed of a fraternal tree whose fruit is available to, and now enjoyed by, college men everywhere, regardless of 44

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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated is proud to announce that as of Tuesday, August 6, 2013 it is now working closely with the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans to ensure that all caring adults, especially African American fathers and male mentors are engaged in supporting African American learning and development, through a recently established working group focused on fatherhood and mentoring. This development comes upon the heels of the successes of Kappa Alpha Psi’s National Guide Right program and the positive outcomes it has provided to young men of color ages 8-18 throughout the country in the areas of personal development, academic achievement, mentorship and college access.

Kappa Alpha Psi aims to provide assistance to the White House’s initiative and its executive director David Johns on understanding the best practices and strategies to address the educational issues that concern African Americans and youth about the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans

On July 26, 2012, President Obama launched a new White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans to help accelerate national efforts to support African American students. Improving educational opportunities for all students is critical to ensuring that we increase college completion and employment rates to strengthen our nation’s economy.

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For more information regarding the Initiative, please visit: http://www.ed.gov/edblogs/whieeaa/ Follow the White House on Twitter @AfAmEducation.

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Or Contact: L-Mani S. Viney, Chairman National Guide Right Committee of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated

The Indianapolis Alumni Chapter initiated the new members into the Kappa League at Charles A. Tindley School. Robert Jackson, Kappa League Advisor.

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Melanee Stubbs – Kent State University Jazmine Windham – Western Michigan University

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Julia Henson – Western Michigan University

James Banks, Director 25+ years of Coaching /Teaching experience 317-716-2979, Jbanks0420@yahoo.com Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Bill Jones, Associate Director 20+ years of Coaching/Officiating experience 317-258-3175, Jonsey1112@gmail.com Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Derrick Goss, Coach Youth Coach/Fundamentalist 317-658-7942, Derrick.goss@gossintl.com Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

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Abby Lang - Manchester Audrey Matteson – University Of Detroit/ Nyack College Erica Von Stein – Regis University (Denver) Abby Lang – Manchester College Kalliste Haskins – Indiana State University Jailyn Henderson – Winston Salem University Jade Mills-Harris – Kentucky Wesleyan University Nariah Taylor – Georgia Tech University Brionna Barnett – University Of Milwaukee Green Bay Rachel Gregory – University Of Buffalo Princess German – University Of Indianapolis Taylor Sanders – Kentucky State University Bre Denny – John A. Logan Shawniece Teague – IUPUI Lakin Roland – Dartmouth University Morgan Settle – Missouri Baptist University Brooke Juday – Penn University Stephanie Muvunga – University Of North Carolina Penny Ingram – Earlham College Brianna Jones – Danville Comm. College Celeste Edwards – University Of Dayton Kenzie Gustin – University Of Evansville Dakota Weatherford – University Of Evansville Anastacia Kirby – Marian College Calyn Hosea – Ball State University Mikale Rogers – IUPUI Amber Jones – Florida State College Cassidy Deno – Purdue Calumet Ally Lehman – Northern Illinois University Rhegan Smith – Indiana State University Bridget Perry – Purdue University Mikala Lomax – University Of Indianapolis

Casey Shirrells Region Coordinator, 13+ years of Coaching/Officiating experience (773) 540-8697, Caseyshirrells@gmail.com Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Danny Riego, Coach 20+ years of Coaching/Teaching experience 317-750-3386, dannyriego@gmail.com Mark Stephens, Coach 10+ years of Coaching experience Head Girls Coach at Crispus Attucks HS 317-702-5032, Markstephens6@yahoo.com

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sharing the news of the omega psi phi fraternity achievement week activies for 2013 This article is taken from a conversation between two men at the Indiana State House. A member of Omega Psi Phi shared the story with the speaker of the House of Representatives....

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. for the events of the 2013 Achievement Week hosted by the Zeta Phi Chapter. The chapter provides meritorious service to the Indianapolis community.

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was founded on Friday evening, November 17, 1911 by three Howard University undergraduate students, Edgar A. Love, Oscar J. Cooper, and Frank Coleman, and their faculty adviser, Professor Ernest E. Just. Together they laid the foundation of an organization based on the principles of manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift. For one hundred and two years, the membership has upheld a strong tradition of friendship and civic engagement. The men of Zeta Phi Chapter is a group of alumni members. It was founded on April 29, 1925.

At this year’s Annual Achievement Week Banquet, the Zeta Phi Chapter honored the Achievement Week Award recipients from the City and Zeta Phi. These awards are given to the men and women who, through their character and actions, display Omega Psi Phi’s four cardinal principles.

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Citizen of the Year Award: City County President Maggie Lewis; Omega Man of the Year-Graduate: Brother James Officer III; Omega Man of the Year-Undergraduate: Brother James Innis; Founders Award: Brother Charles Price Sr.; and Superior Service: Brother Rocky Harvey.

Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in conveying our appreciation for years of civic service by the Zeta Phi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. It is civic groups like the Zeta Phi Chapter that define the character of our communities and give measure to our generosity of spirit.

Mr. Speaker, I ask that you recognize the guest speaker for this year’s Banquet, Brother Benjamin Crump.

Benjamin L. Crump is a principal with the Tallahassee firm of Parks & Crump, LLC. He has provided legal representation and recovered large awards on behalf of their clients in some of the most high profile cases in the United States. Crump is also known for taking on pro bono cases with civil rights implications. A notable case was Trayvon Martin who on February 26, 2012 was killed by George Zimmerman who followed the unarmed African American teenager for blocks as he walked from a convenience store to his father’s house before Zimmerman confronted and shot him. Brother Crump shared stories about that and other cases with civil rights implications.

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Speaker, this year’s banquet was held on Friday. Would you like to know what happened earlier in the week? Well, I am glad that you asked....

In the week leading up to Achievement Week , we visited 3 Omega Elders, brothers in their

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On Tuesday, November 12, over 25 brothers came together to present an Assault on Illiteracy Program at IPS School 51. The brothers divided up two by two to visit grades 1 through 5 and work with the students on their reading skills. The program served as the kick-off of our QUES Mentoring program that is operating at IPS School 51 and IPS School 48.

Mr. Speaker in my humble opinion, the highlight of the Achievement Week was the 3rd Annual Revival hosted on Thursday, November 14. The revival featured Brother Bishop Dr. Joseph Walker III, at Light of the World Church.

Brother Pastor David Hampton presided the event. The praise team was led by Lamar Campbell and the Eastern Star choir. The Revival entitled: “One Night Stand” was a powerful experience with hundreds joining us for an incredible time of bold preaching and amazing worship.

There were lives changed and souls saved....

As you can see Mr. Speaker, Achievement Week hosted by the men of Zeta Phi Chapter representing the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity for the good of the citizens on Indianapolis, was truly inspiring. All of the events took place while in the midst of our annual leadership transition.

Omega’s fiscal year ends October 31. I can’t wait to see what is in store for next year!

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elder years that today are sick or under the weather.

The legends of Zeta Phi included: B r o t h e r Taylor Baker, retired judge; Brother William Malone, educator; Brother Jerry McCord, retired businessman and insurance professional. This was a special year of visits, there was laughter and tears of joy shared by all.

Mr. Speaker, the chapter hosted a local version of the Omega Essay Contest. We solicited college bound high seniors to engage in a contest to write an essay entitled: “What Do You View as the Critical Skills Needed to be Successful in College and Beyond?”. During the banquet, we announced the winners and presented them with scholarship awards.

Olivia Odle won 1st place and $1,000. Jaquantey Bowens was won $500 and 2nd place. Desiree Anderson won 3rd place and was awarded $300 and Alexander Olaidmeji was awarded $200 for 4th place.

On Sunday, November 10, we hosted a spirited Omega Worship Service, at Antioch Missionary Baptist, with Brother Pastor Dr. Clyde Posley, Jr. presiding. Brothers and their families were truly blessed by the message shared by Brother Posley and the fellowship of the church family and friends.

On Monday, November 11, over fifty members of Zeta Phi convened to fellowship and watch the Monday Night Football Game featuring the Miami Dolphins and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the Peace of Mind Pub & Eatery. There were new and old friends present.

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What We Do include the overturning of numerous racial barriers in the world of culture in America. He prominently contributed to end the oppressive apartheid government of South Africa and for the release of his friend, Nelson Mandela

after twenty-seven and a half years

of incarceration. In 1987, Belafonte accepted the appointment as UNICEF

Goodwill Ambassador, thus making him the second American to hold this title - the first being Danny Kaye, upon whose death Belafonte assumed the position. Belafonte has continued to devote himself globally to civil and human rights issues, focusing in particular on the United States and Africa.

The Gala, which is themed, "Stony the Road, We Trod," will honor Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery, former Chairman of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference; Rev. C.T. Vivian, Freedom Rider and former President of Southern Christian Leadership Conference; Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of National Action Network H Human Rights Activist Harry and Honorary Member of Phi Beta Belafonte Set To Keynote Phi Beta Sigma; Edophus Towns, former U.S. Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Centennial Gala Congressman (Brooklyn, NY) and Phi Beta Sigma member; Mrs. Clayola In Washington, D.C.

The event is also slated to Brown, President of the A. Philip honor seven (7) distinguished African Randolph Institute; Mr. Hank Thomas, Americans for their international philanthropic and civil rights work.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Harry Belafonte, legendary humanitarian and civil rights activist, is set to be the keynote speaker at Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Centennial Gala in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, January 11, 2014.

The historic event, slated to occur at the Renaissance Hotel Downtown, is a prelude to Phi Beta Sigma's highly anticipated five-day Centennial Celebration which will also take place in the nation's capital from July 16-20, 2014.

The legendary Mr. Belafonte is known for his many firsts, which

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an original Freedom Rider and Mrs. Elizabeth Williams-Omilami, daughter of Phi Beta Sigma member Brother Hosea Williams and President of Hosea Feed the Hungry. Former USA President William Jefferson Clinton, an honorary member of Phi Beta Sigma, will provide a "special video greeting."

The Centennial Gala will be simulcast from the nation's capital to six Regional Galas throughout the country.

Those locations include Tinley Park Holiday Inn Convention Center, Tinley Park, (Chicago southwest suburb), IL; Doubletree Memphis Downtown, Memphis, TN; Hilton-Fort Worth, Forth Worth, TX; Sheraton Greensboro Hotel at Four Seasons, Greensboro, NC; Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando, FL and 333 Live, Los Angeles, CA.

"I am blessed to be serving as Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.'s international president at this time in our history," remarked Jonathan A. Mason, Sr., 34th International President. "I am most honored with the opportunity to present our distinguished and welldeserved honorees their awards on behalf of our organization," he added.

"We are also elated to have Mary Breaux Wright, International President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., our sister organization, providing the charge to us. Since 1920, our two organizations

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The birthplace of SIGMA: the Bowen Room of the 12th Street the 12th Street YMCA in YMCA Building in Washington, D.C. On April 15, 1914, the Board Washington, D.C. of Deans at Howard University

In the summer of 1910, officially recognized Phi Beta after a conversation with a recent Sigma and the following week

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have worked hand in hand providing community service to humanity worldwide," Mason continued. MAZE featuring Frankie Beverly are slated to be the headline performers during Phi Beta Sigma's July 2014 Centennial Celebration. Already confirmed to make special appearances are Phi Beta Sigma Honorary members Dr. Bobby Jones, Bootsy Collins, Les Brown and George C. Fraser. Award-winning gospel artist, Pastor Shirley Caesar is also scheduled to perform at the Opening Ceremony.

For more information, go to www. pbs100.org.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., established on January 9, 1914 at Howard University, is a global organization with over 650 chapters and 150,000 members. To discover more about Phi Beta Sigma, please visit www.phibetasigma1914.org and www.pbs100.org. By Ron Carter

The University Reporter, Howard University’s student publication, made known the news.

From its inception, the Founders also conceived Phi Beta Sigma as a mechanism to deliver services to the general community. Rather than gaining skills to be utilized exclusively for themselves and their immediate families, the founders of Phi Beta Sigma held a deep conviction that they should return their newly acquired skills to the communities from which they had come. This deep conviction was mirrored in the Fraternity's motto, Howard University graduate, A. "Culture For Service and Service Langston Taylor formed the idea to For Humanity." establish a fraternity and soon after, enrolled into Howard University Today, Phi Beta Sigma has in Washington, D.C. Once there, blossomed into an international Taylor began to set his vision of a organization of leaders. The brotherhood into action. In October fraternity has experienced 1913, Taylor and Leonard F. Morse unprecedented growth and continues had their initial conversation about to be a leader among issues of social starting a fraternity. As a result, justice as well as proponent of the Charles I. Brown was named as the interests of minority communities, third member of the founding group. the needy, the oppressed, and the

By November 1913, a committee youth. No longer a single entity, was established to begin to lay the the Fraternity has now established foundation of what was to become the Phi Beta Sigma Educational Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. Soon Foundation, the Phi Beta Sigma after the first committee meeting, Housing Foundation, the Phi Beta Taylor, Morse, and Brown chose 9 Sigma Federal Credit Union, a associates to assist them with the notable youth auxiliary program, creation of the fraternity. Those "The Sigma Beta Club," and the Phi men were the first charter members Beta Sigma Charitable Outreach of the organization.

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A MESSAGE TO CELEBRATE THE 91ST FOUNDERS’ DAY

Her story began under the most bluest of skies with a sun so golden that it could only have been created to denote the birth of royalty. On that faithful day 91 years ago it began, seven mighty women came together for one purpose to birth what over 90,000 women are honored to hold to our hearts today; Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. It was no act of serendipity that introduced this organization to the world. It was through the hopes, dreams, and the desire of seven women who wanted to answer an unanswered call to stand together as women; as women of color in an unfriendly climate to build an institution that would greatly impact the quality of life and progress society through service.

At the Teachers’ College at the Irvington Campus of Butler University located on 13th Street and College Avenue in Indianapolis, INFounder Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little, Founder Bessie Mae Downey Rhodes Martin, Founder Hattie Mae Annette Dulin Redford, Founder Nannie Mae Foster Gahn Johnson, Founder Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Founder Cubena McClure, and Founder Vivian White Marbury on a crisp fall day; namely November 12, 1922 “laid the cornerstone and foundation for the greatest adventure.” This adventure grew from the beginning at Alpha to reach the furthest parts of the globe with over 500 chapters nationally and internationally. These 56

women were trendsetters, trailblazers; simply put they were the courageous sheroes of their time. They founded an organization for women whose hues glistened in all shades of mahogany while ivory sheets rebuked their sheer existence; they stood resolute and determined to leave a legacy for all womankind. These extraordinary women were relentless in their endeavors to implement a beacon of light only two years after the suffrage movement they knew what others had failed to conceive that through the hallmarks of education and a deep commitment to the community through selfless acts, that society would truly gain the knowledge to propel and reap the benefits of “Greater Service, Greater Progress.”

Embossed in their hearts was the notion to “Go Forward”, because they knew that “The World was waiting for the sunrise”, and that golden sunrise could only be realized through the efforts of the ladies who would become members of Sigma Gamma Rho. In less than a decade, the sisterhood will embrace a century of excellence. The

word says the first shall be last and the last shall be first, Sigma Gamma Rho was last created best designed.

This Sorority has been exemplary from the start; there was no reason to follow trends because the Founders set them; from pivotal programming like the legendary partnership with March of Dimes for our signature programProject Reassurance to the current grant received from the CDC for HIV/ AIDS research.

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. has always been comfortable with exploring unchartered territory; as she was not born with a spirit of fear.

On this day we walk upon an open book with torches in our hands, blazing lights exude from the center of our hearts. Great is the woman that chooses the royal blue and antique gold, Greater is she that truly exhibits her true works and what the Founders have called each of us to do. Sigma Gamma Rho is not a hobby it is a calling. It is something that speaks to you when you first stepped foot on campus, read her story, or met her membership. She was the lighthouse that summoned you home. She remains vital, innovative, and a cut above the rest to this day.

She is class… she is compassion… she is service… she is progress… she is greater…she is luminous…..she is achievement…..she is hope…..she is undeniably the greatest creation of the twentieth century and she will continue to stand at the forefront of progressive action civically, economically, and socially…..and we

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To Thee Only 91 years in the making, a sisterhood that is breathtaking, a bond that is neverbreaking, and a love that is forever illuminating! “Greater Service, Greater Progress”

H I S T O R Y,

my dear sisters carry her essence in our spirits…her truth in our minds….and her vision in the crux of our hands…. and we continue to celebrate her birth…

Today we represent the culmination of the heights of the highest attainments and the strength of the brightest light. Sorors, today is the day that we relish in the prophetic words spoken to our Founders by Attorney R.L. Brokenburr, “You young ladies have started something Great and Wonderful for the Women of our Country.” Today is the day that we epitomize that Great and Wonderful thing. Today is the day that we remember the truth about 10 pearls and two rubies; and enlighten the world.

Today we are reminded of the exact moment that we fell in love with the essence of the fellowship of the royal blue and gold. Today is the day that we reminisce on when we were hoping to find the way that opens the door for all that seek. Today is the day we honor the spirit of our most precious cultured pearls and guide the enthusiasm of the newest aspirant. Today we pay homage to the sacrifice of seven bold women who fervently worked on Saturdays and evenings to birth what we now know as the most amazing and blessed sisterhood. Today is the day that Sigma was made let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Happy Founders Day Sorors Of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.!

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (ΣΓΡ) was founded on November 12, 1922 at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven young educators. It was incorporated within the state of Indiana in December 1922 and became a national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted and the Alpha chapter was established.

The sorority is a non-profit whose aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and the education of youth are the hallmark of the organization's programs and activities.

Founded in the midst of segregation, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is the only sorority of the four historically African-American sororities which comprise the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) established at a predominantly white campus.

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority,Inc. has over 100,000 members with more than 500 undergraduate and alumnae chapters throughout the United States, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Canada, Africa and Korea.

Sigma Gamma Rho also supports two affiliates: the RHOERS, a group of young women, and PHILOS, women who are friends of the sorority.

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This mobile application allowed us, during the conference to remain as up to date as possible with any changes. Not only was Guidebook an efficient tool, it also saved the sorority money. Also prior to the conference, Sorors completed a survey that gauged their leadership style. Based upon how a Soror answered the questions, she was scored as ‘D’ for Dominant, ‘I’ for Influence, ‘S’ for Steadiness, or ‘C’ for Conscientious.

The survey results lead to an educational opportunity which allowed Sorors Boulé 2014 is less than a year away and we want the Great Lakes Region to be recognized for our service and many achievements. So let’s turn it up! Have a phenomenal year and I will see you at the state conferences.

God Bless each of you! Wow, where did the summer go? Time flies and now here we are in September. Welcome to fiscal year 2013-14.

Much has taken place since our last newsletter. Our Undergraduates are back on campus and our Youth are in school for the school year.

Congratulations to Grand Basileus Wright and the ZOL Team on a spectacular ZOL conference in July. THANK YOU GREAT LAKES for your generosity & hospitality.

Special gratitude to the Indiana State Organization and to the Indiana State Director Dr. Susan D. Johnson. We had highest number of attendees and the Great Lakes Region extended the hospitality wholeheartedly.

Each & every attendee; Zeta, Amicae, & HQ staff member received a nice gift on behalf of the region. I say to you, the GREAT LAKES REGION, I am so proud and deeply moved by those who rolled up their sleeves and just

The 2013 Zeta Organizational Leadership Conference took place in Indianapolis, Indiana the weekend of July 19th - 21st. There was much anticipation surrounding this weekend, due to the fact that over 900 Zeta Phi Beta women had registered. This was the first national conference that took the “green” approach by making training less about papers and more about utilizing our electronic resources.

It was stressed to Sorors to bring their I-Pads, tablets, computers, or smart phones so that instant access to all of the materials for the conference. Before the conference began, Sorors were encouraged to download a program called Guidebook.

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put in the work. As I always say, “we are not the largest region and we are not the smallest region, BUT we are the GREATEST region.”

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As we continue to blaze new paths, lets forge ahead promoting our Elder Care Initiative, Adopt-a-School Program and continue collecting $11.11 for Operation Home Front. 2013 Zeta Organizational Leadership Conference

by Soror Chantel Woodridge

Zeta Phi Beta (ΖΦΒ) is an international, historically black Greek-lettered sorority founded on January 16, 1920 by five collegiate women at Howard University. Zeta Phi Beta was founded on the simple belief that sorority elitism and socializing should not overshadow the real mission for progressive organizations – to address societal mores, ills, prejudices, poverty, and health concerns of the day.

Zeta Phi Beta is organized into 800+ chapters, in eight intercontinental regions including the USA, Africa, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean. In 1948, Zeta Phi Beta became the first Greek-letter organization to charter a chapter in Africa (in Monrovia, Liberia). It was also the first organization to establish adult and youth auxiliary groups and centralize its operations in a national headquarters. Today, there are also chapters in U.S. Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Bahamas, Japan, Korea, Barbados, and Haiti.

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STRENGTHENING THE HEART OF THE CITY.

Words and will aren’t enough in the ght against obesity.

The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis’ Strengthening the Heart of the City campaign recently celebrated the opening of the all-new Avondale Meadows YMCA. But we’re not done yet! There’s plans for two more new health centers in the urban core, part of our effort to make Indianapolis one of America’s 10 healthiest cities.

More is needed. You can help. Learn more at OurCauseIsYou.org.

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Campaign Cabinet Steering Committee:

John C. Lechleiter, Honorary Co-Chair William G. Mays, Honorary Co-Chair John Gallo, Honorary Co-Chair Vincent C. Caponi James L. Isch Mark D. Miles Dayton H. Molendorp Eric B. Servaas

Bart Peterson, Co-Chair Cindy Simon Skjodt, Co-Chair Michael W. Wells, Vice Chair Dennis L. Bassett Roderick Conwell Stephen Corbitt Gary Edwards

Charlie Garcia Reverend Michael K. Jones Teresa S. Lubbers Carey Lykins Joe Martin Elizabeth Grimes O’Farrell Charles E. Podell

Theresa Farrington Rhodes Michael L. Smith Jeff Smulyan Denny Sponsel Cheryl E. Watson Bart York Gene Zink

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the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority GINA HITCHENS

DENISE HUGHEY Title: Project Associate Company: Deloitte Consulting LLP

Title: Financial Planner Company: GHG Financial Planning

LAQUIA WALKER Title: Pediatric Dentist Company: Fishers Pediatric Dentistry

the men of Alpha phi Alpha fraternity RUBIN PUSHA III

JERALD TILLMAN

Title: Associate Company: Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Title: Owner, Publisher Company: SuccessGuide Indianapolis

JOHN DAVIS Title: Mediator, Trainer, Investigator Company: John Davis LLC

the women of delta sigma theta Sorority PATZETTA TRICE

Title: Owner Company: Jewelry Lady

Title: Principal Company: Trice Strategic Consulting

EDRICE SIMMONS

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JOAN CARTER

Title: Marketing Launch Oncology Company: Eli Lilly and Company

the men of iota phi theta fraternity ALLESTER TAYLOR

Title: Founder/President/CEO Company: Affirmations In Action!

Title: Logistics Specialist Company: Pilot Freight Services

JAMES WALKER

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STEVE BIRDINE

Title: Team Leader Company: Gannett

CARL LONG

DONTE ADAMS

Title: Owner Company: CDL Accounting and Tax

Title: President Company: IGS

JIMMIE MCMILLIAN Title: Partner Company: Barnes & Thornburg LLP

the men of omega psi phi fraternity CHRISTOPHER GUNN

Title: Director of Youth Services Company: MLK Community Center

Title: Director Company: Itlogica

J CORNELIUS BROWN

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WILLIE GUPTON

Title: President & CEO Company: HealthNet

the men of phi beta sigma fraternity ANDRE FRANKLIN

VICTOR HILL

Title: Finance IT Business Analyst Company: Cummins Inc

Title: Assoc. Director of Marketing Company: NCAA

JOHN GIRTON JR Title: President and CEO Company: The Mass Media Group

the women of sigma gamma rho sorority DANIELLE CHATAY

VALERIE MILLER

Title: Corporate Recruiter Company: GTECH

KISHA OBA CHABI

Title: Title 1 Coordinator Company: Lighthouse Academies

Title: Quality Assurance Analyst Company: Xerox Services

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JOCELLYN SEAWOOD Title: Assist. Dir. of Admissions Company: Ivy Tech Comm. College

KIER COLON Title: Coord. of College Readiness Company: Ivy Tech Comm. College

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Accounting CARL LONG

DONALD H MILLER

Title: Owner Company: CDL Accounting and Tax Services Industry: Accounting Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: Principal Supplier Quality Manager Company: Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Automotive

RALPH CURTIS PALMER III Title: Business Improvement Leader Company: Roll Royce Corporation Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Member of: Omega Psi Phi

BIANCA BROWN Title: Reliability Engineer Company: Cummins Inc Industry: Automotive Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

DORIAN SPENCE

Title: Project Engineer Company: General Motors Industry: Automotive Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

SCENARIO ADEBESIN Title: Senior Vice President-Community Development Company: Fifth Third Bank Industry: Banking Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

JOHN RICHARDSON Title: Design Release Engineer Company: General Motors Industry: Automotive Member of: Omega Psi Phi

JAMES BLACK

ANTHONY KING Title: Branch Team Leader Company: Regions Financial Corporation Industry: Banking Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Aviation & Aerospace NICOLETTE COLLINS

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Title: Project Manager Company: Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis Industry: Banking Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

BILL TURNER Title: Director - Education & Development Company: Allison Transmission Industry: Automotive Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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AMINA PIERSON

Title: Lead Internal Quality Audit Leader Company: Aero Engine Controls Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Title: Asst VP Community Affairs Company: Fifth Third Bank Industry: Banking Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

DORIS ROBERTS Title: Principal-Director of Operations Company: Red Wing Capital LLC Industry: Banking Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Title: Account Manager Company: Dealer Tire Industry: Automotive Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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Title: Aerospace Engineering Intern Company: Roll Royce Corporation Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

JOMAR MENDOZA

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Biotechnology ANTHONY BOND

CARYL WEST

Title: Technical Sales Manager Company: Harvard Bioscience Industry: Biotechnology Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Business Administrator Company: New Beginnings Fellowship Church Industry: Church Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Civic & Social Organization

Broadcast Media MICHAEL GARNER

MALINA JEFFERS

Title: Production Assistant Company: VideOhio Industry: Broadcast Media Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Computer Software KIMBER MONFORD-HALL

Church DR PRESTON T ADAMS III Title: Senior Pastor Company: Amazing Grace Christian Church Industry: Church Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer Company: ExactTarget Industry: Computer Software Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

REV CHIYONA BOURNE

DONNA SIMPSON

Title: Associate Pastor Company: Memorial United Methodist Church Industry: Church Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Title: Cultural Liason Company: Mosaic City Industry: Civic & Social Organization Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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CLARY BUTLER Title: Pastor Company: Heartland Church Industry: Church Member of: Omega Psi Phi

DR DAVID HAMPTON Title: Pastor Company: Light of the World Christian Church Industry: Church Member of: Omega Psi Phi

BELINDA KING

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Title: Technical Account Manager Company: Microsoft Industry: Computer Software Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Title: Assistant Treasurer of Loan Services Company: Disciples of Christ Industry: Church Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

BELINDA RICHARDSON Title: Director of Business/Church Admin Company: Eastern Star Church Industry: Church Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

DARREN BOST Title: Construction Engineer Company: Stephen J Christian & Associates PC Industry: Construction Member of: Omega Psi Phi

TAMMALA BROOKS Title: Sr Project Manager Company: Finch Constructors Industry: Construction Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

SEAN FOSTER Title: Project Coordinator Company: Caterpillar/DSN Industry: Construction Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

STEVE JONES Title: Construction Manager Company: CSM Group Industry: Construction Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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STANLEY MITCHELL SR

HENRY BROWN

Title: MEP Building Design Engineer Company: TAKENAKA USA Industry: Construction Member of: Omega Psi Phi

JERRY T WILLIAMS III Title: Safety Manager Company: Messer Construction Industry: Construction Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Running Back Coach Company: Marian University Industry: Education Member of: Iota Phi Theta

RAYMOND BROWN Title: Admissions Director Company: MyComputerCareercom Industry: Education Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

VALERIE CHAMBLISS

Education LINDSEY ARNOLD Title: Assistant Director of Admissions Company: Purdue University Industry: Education Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

TYRELLE COLLINS

KIER COLON

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TROY CRAYTON

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Title: Outreach Specialist Company: Indiana Department of Education Industry: Education Member of: Omega Psi Phi

MARVIN BARDO Title: Team Lead Company: McGraw/Hill Education Services Industry: Education Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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Title: Coordinator of College Readiness Company: Ivy Tech Community College Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

CRYSTAL BALLARD Title: President Company: Tenacious Blue Holdings Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Title: Student Support Specialist Company: Indianapolis Public School #51 Industry: Education Member of: Omega Psi Phi

ALAN BACON Title: Partnership Consultant and Diversity Manager Company: Harrison College Industry: Education Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

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Title: Media Assistant Company: Indianapolis Public Schools Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

ERNEST CORNELL EVANS Title: Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life Company: Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

IAN BAZILIO Title: Computer Specialist Company: Indianapolis Public Schools Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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LATANYA FRY

BRIAN BECK Title: Chief Technology Officer Company: GEO Foundation Industry: Education Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Senior Admissions Representative Company: Lincoln College Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Education ALICIA HARRIS

MARTHA RILEY

Title: Principal Company: Winding Ridge School Industry: Education Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

TERRY HENRY II

MARCUS ROBINSON

Title: National Accounts Advisor Company: University of Phoenix Industry: Education Member of: Omega Psi Phi

TAUNDRA MILES

Title: Chief Executive Officer Company: Global Peacemakers Industry: Education Member of: Iota Phi Theta

MARI SWAYNE

Title: Title 1 Coordinator Company: Lighthouse Academies Industry: Education Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

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Title: Assistant Director of Admissions Company: Ivy Tech Community College Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

JAMES PARRISH SMITH

Title: Executive Director of Talent Acquisition & Development Company: Ivy Tech Community College Industry: Education Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

VALERIE MILLER

JERRY MOONEY

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Title: Career Advisor -School for Adult Learning Company: University of Indianapolis Industry: Education Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

JOCELLYN SEAWOOD

Title: Teacher Company: Charter Schools USA Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Title: Chief Executive Officer Company: EdPower Industry: Education Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

ROBBIN SALLY

EZELL MARRS III

KEYRUN MERRILL

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Title: College Admissions Coordinator Company: MSD of Wayne Township Schools Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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Title: Accompanist/Piano Teacher Company: Broad Ripple High School Industry: Education Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Title: Assistant Principal Company: MSD of Pike Township Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

CHASITY THOMPSON

Title: Student Mentor Company: Western Governors University Industry: Education Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

RANDLE POLLARD

Title: Assistant Dean Company: Indiana University Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

JODIE WILCOX

Title: Assistant Professor of Business Law and Taxation Company: Kelley School of Business Industry: Education Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Professor Sociology and Psychology Company: Ivy Tech Community College Industry: Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Title: Global Program Leader Company: Rockwell Automation Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Life Health and Wealth Consultant Company: Jcrow Family Insurance Industry: Financial Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Facilities Services GINA ALLEN

GINA HITCHENS

Title: Career & Alumni Services Manager Company: NCR at Year Up Industry: Facilities Services Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

ALDWIN STEVENSON

Title: Financial Planner Company: GHG Financial Planning Industry: Financial Services Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

DAMON MARTIN Title: Director of Talent Acquisition Company: OneAmerica Industry: Financial Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

B U S I N E S S

Title: Owner Company: Choice Quality Service LLC Industry: Facilities Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

ROXANNE J MORRISON Title: Retirement Planning Officer Company: First Merchants Corp Industry: Financial Services Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: Account Executive - Commercial Sales Company: Tyco Intergrated Security Industry: Facilities Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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Financial Services MARSHALL BYERS

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MICHAEL SCHIELE

Title: Vice President Investments Company: Chase Investment Services Corp Industry: Financial Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

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CHARLES CAESAR

Title: President Company: Schiele Financial Consulting Industry: Financial Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

NATHANIEL TURNER

Title: Retirement Professional Company: Charles Schwab Industry: Financial Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: Financial Advisor Company: Iconoclast Financial Services Industry: Financial Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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KEITH WILSON

Title: Owner Company: Chaney Financial Group LLC Industry: Financial Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Financial Advisor Company: Edward Jones Industry: Financial Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

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Government

TAURESE EDGE

LEROY LEWIS III

Title: Owner Company: Grind Hard Endurance Drink Industry: Food & Beverage Member of: Omega Psi Phi

RODNEY HAYES

TERRIE PETTY-DANIEL

Government

CATISHA COATES

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B U S I N E S S

Title: Alternative Funding Projects Manager Company: Indiana Dept of Mental Health Industry: Government Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Title: Peformance and Development Director Company: Indiana Public Retirement System Industry: Government Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

REGINA SMITH

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Title: Project Manager Company: MAXIMUS Industry: Government Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

JOY SMITH

REGINA HAIRSTON-SMITH

BENEFITS OF WALKING Weight loss Increased metabolism Healthier heart Increased self-esteem Toned muscles Increased self image Increased energy Stronger bones and joints Relieves stress Strengthens immune system

Title: Army Instructor Company: U.S. Army Industry: Government Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

RASHONDA REDMOND

Title: Special Projects Manager Company: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Industry: Government Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

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Title: Deputy Commissioner, Minority & Women’s Business Enterprises Company: State of Indiana Industry: Government Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

BYRON RATCLIFFE

TIM BROWN Title: Director of Legislative Services IDOC Company: State of Indiana Industry: Government Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Title: Production Supervisor Company: Indianapolis Bakery Industry: Food & Beverage Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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Title: Residential District Manager Company: Marion County Assessor’s Office Industry: Government Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Executive Director Company: State of Indiana Industry: Government Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

EUGENE JOHNSON

Title: Institutional Child Protection Services Director Company: Indiana Department of Child Services Industry: Government Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

KIMBERLY WIZE

Title: Director of Student Awards Company: Indiana Commission for Higher Education Industry: Government Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Administrative Receiver & Board Chair Company: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Graphic Design BRITTINY CLINTON

WILLIE GUPTON

Title: Owner / Operator Company: Clinton Marketing & Media Industry: Graphic Design Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

XAVIER WEATHERFORD

Title: Director of Youth Services Company: Martin Luther King Community Center Industry: Health, Wellness and Fitness Member of: Omega Psi Phi

GEORGE W MILSAP

Title: Owner Company: Self Employed Industry: Graphic Design Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Title: Owner Company: Foundations Sports Training and Fitness Industry: Health,Wellness and Fitness Member of: Omega Psi Phi

DYMISHA ADAMSON

Title: Assistant Professor Communication Company: Ivy Tech Community College Industry: Higher Education Member of: Iota Phi Theta

TISHA REID Title: Associate Director Company: IU National Center of Excellence Industry: Health, Wellness and Fitness Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Title: Executive Director Company: Marion County Health Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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SHAUN BISHOP Title: Logistics Specialist Company: Indiana University Health Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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DAWN RODNEY

PAMELA BASS

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: National Market Manager Company: University of Phoenix Industry: Higher Education Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Connections/ Referral Specialist Manager Company: Managed Health Services Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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JAMES W OFFICER III

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Hospital & Health Care

J CORNELIUS BROWN Title: President & CEO Company: HealthNet Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Student Employment Program Specialist Company: IUPUI Industry: Higher Education Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

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LATIKA WEBSTER

ARNHEIN CUMBEE

Title: Community Partnerships Manager Company: IUPUI Industry: Higher Education Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Title: Hospital Staff Pharmacist Company: Howard Regional Health System Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Hospital & Health Care

JAMES DIX III

JAMAUL RILEY

Title: Administrator - Health Education Company: Health and Hospital Corp Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Omega Psi Phi

CHRISTIA HICKS

SHANNON TERRELL

QUINTON HOLLAND

Title: Talent Acquisition Partner II Company: Ascension Health Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

VANESSA TYSON

Title: Home Based Mental Health Therapist Company: Branches of Life Connections Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Iota Phi Theta

ALMECA JONES

Title: Coordinator - Financial Services Company: Indiana University Health Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

LAQUIA WALKER

Title: Technical Project Manager Company: UnitedHealth Group Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Title: Pediatric Dentist Company: Fishers Pediatric Dentistry Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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L I S T I N G S

Title: Vice President of Human Resources Company: Wishard Health Services Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Title: Physician Recruitment Specialist Company: Franciscan Physician Network Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

MARLENE MARSHALL

SYLVIA ROBERTSON WILCOX

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Title: High Risk Maternal-Fetal Medicine Ultrasonographer Company: Indiana University Health Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

DEBRA MILLER MD

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Have a positive outlook..

Title: Senior Counsel Company: Wishard Health Services Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

NICHOLE WILSON

Title: Medical Director Company: Mapleton Center For Health Fitness and Nutrition Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

TONY PEARSON

Title: Director of Rehab & Sports Medicine Centers Company: Community Health Network Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

RONALD YOUNG II

Title: Vice President of Corporate Affairs Company: HealthNet Community Health Centers Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Neurosurgeon Company: Indianapolis Neurosurgical Group Industry: Hospital & Health Care Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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Information Technology and Services DENNIS BARLOW

Title: Corporate Recruiter Company: GTECH Industry: Human Resources Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

CALVIN HOUSTON

Title: Client Relationship Executive Company: Xerox Services Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

TRACY BARNES Title: President - CEO Company: Entap Inc Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: Director of Job Development Company: Recycleforce Industry: Human Resources Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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MICHELLE BRANTLEY

Title: Director of Human Resources Company: XPress Cargo Industry: Human Resources Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Title: Manager of Marketing and Sales Support Company: SmartIT Solutions Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

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Industrial Automation DOMINIQUE CATHEY

Title: Human Resources Business Partner Company: Endress+Hauser Industry: Industrial Automation Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Title: Business Analyst Company: MISO Energy Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Industrial Insulation KISHA OBA CHABI

Title: President Company: Industrial Firestopping Systems Industry: Industrial Insulation Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Quality Assurance Analyst Company: Xerox Services Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Information Technology and Services DONTE ADAMS

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ADELL MEANS

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Eat a well-balanced diet.

JUSTIN CHRISTIAN

Title: President Company: IGS Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: President/CEO Company: BCforward Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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L. ANGEL HENRY

Title: Project Manager Company: KAR Auction Services Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Title: Principal System Support Specialist Company: Interactive Intelligence Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Sr. Server Support Administror Company: Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

DARYLE JOHNSON

L I S T I N G S

Title: Engagement Manager Company: Dickinson and Associates Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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Title: Project Associate Company: Deloitte Consulting LLP Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

STEPHEN JEFFERS

Title: Clinical Director Company: Wolters Kluwer Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

JOHN GARDNER

LINDA GUNN

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Have a positive outlook..

Title: IT PMO Operations Manager Company: RCR Technology Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

DENISE HUGHEY

DIONNE GALLOWAY

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ANDRE FRANKLIN Title: Corporate Finance IT Business Analyst Company: Cummins Inc Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Maintain a healthy weight.

Title: Program Manager Consultant Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

JERRY HOAGLAND SR

KEITH DIX

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Information Technology and Services

Title: Director of Sales and Marketing Company: SmartIT Solutions Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

MAYRENA KING

Title: Director - Enterprise Information Assurance Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

IVORY HEMINGWAY JR

Title: Marketing Company: Netwise Resources Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

CLARENCE LYLES

Title: Field Technician Company: eBryIT Inc Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Chief Operating Officer - Partner Company: IGS Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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Information Technology and Services

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WILLIE PRITCHETT Title: CEO and Owner Company: Mega Input Data Services Inc Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: SME - Supply Chain Management Application Company: Pitney Bowes Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

JASON ROBINSON

DAWN MILES

Title: Senior Systems Analyst Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: Lead Generation Specialist Company: Interactive Intelligence Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

ELIJAH MOON

RODNEY ROBINSON

JEFFREY MUSGROVE

Title: Account Executive Company: Sogetti Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

SHONDRIA SEATON

DAVID TAYLOR

Title: Senior Business Analyst Company: KAR Auction Services Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

ELIJAH NEAL JR

Title: Information Technology Consultant Company: Data Processing Sciences Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

JERRY WALKER Title: Director of ITS Company: Family Development Services Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

ANDRE WILSON

Title: Manager Call Center Operations Company: First Advantage Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

GERALYN POLK

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Title: SQL Report Developer Company: Angie’s List Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

REMITHA NORMAN

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Eat a well-balanced diet.

Title: Business Intelligence Analyst Company: Simon Property Group Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Eat organically grown fruits and vegetables.

LARRY WINTERS

Title: Director - Enterprise Solutions Company: Zanett Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Title: Manager of Sales Company: Beyondcom Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

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ANTWAN MYERS

Title: Senior Project Manager Company: Indiana University Health Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

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Title: IT Consultant Company: Allegient LLC Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

B U S I N E S S

Title: Data Modeler Company: enVista Industry: Information Technology and Services Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Insurance RONALD ANDERSON

VALENTINE JIDEONWO

Title: Owner Company: Farmers Insurance Group Industry: Insurance Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

DONNA BROADNAX

KATHY JONES

Title: Senior Commercial Claims Examiner Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance Industry: Insurance Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

RHONDA G BROADNAX Title: Premier Plan Manager Company: OneAmerica Industry: Insurance Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

GREG CLARK

Title: Claims Manager Company: Baldwins & Lyons Inc Industry: Insurance Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Title: Fire Claims Representative Company: State Farm Insurance Industry: Insurance Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

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ROXANNE MORRISON

Title: Policy Holder Customer Service Rep Company: Policy Holder Customer Service Rep Industry: Insurance Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

NATHANIEL GRADY

Title: Retirement Planning Officer Company: First Merchants Corporation Industry: Insurance Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

TONYA REYNOLDS

BERNADETTE HARRIS

L I S T I N G S

Title: Customer Services Representative II Company: WellPoint Industry: Insurance Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Owner/Agent Company: TL Kimbrough Agency Industry: Insurance Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

EDWARD SULLIVAN

Title: Business Systems Analyst II Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance Industry: Insurance Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

DANIELLE JERNIGAN

Title: Medicare Advantage Specialist Company: United HealthCare Industry: Insurance Member of: Omega Psi Phi

JERALD TILLMAN

Title: Senior Customer Service Representative Company: Cigna Health Insurance Co Industry: Insurance Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Title: Owner Company: JLTillman Insurance Agency Industry: Insurance Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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ADRIENNE GOODVINE

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

NATALIE MOORE

KEN MORRIS

Title: Registered Representative Company: State Farm Industry: Insurance Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily.

Title: Legal Assistant Company: Buehler Associates Industry: Insurance Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

B U S I N E S S

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Title: Principal Insurance Advisor Company: AMH Group/Insurance & Risk Management Industry: Insurance Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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Law TREZANAY M ATKINS Title: Attorney at Law Company: The Brand Infringement Firm Industry: Law Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

NIEKA DAVIS Title: Legal Secretary Company: Barnes & Thornburg LLP Industry: Law Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

NORMAN REED Title: Attorney at Law Company: The Indy Law Group Industry: Law Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

KIMBERLY ROBINSON Title: Owner Company: Robinson Law PC Industry: Law Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

L I S T I N G S

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RUSSELL HOLLIS

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: Law Clerk Company: Office of the Indiana Attorney General Industry: Law Member of: Omega Psi Phi

JIMMIE MCMILLIAN

Title: Attorney Company: Smith Fisher Maas & Howard PC Industry: Law Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

BRENDA ROPER Title: Managing Attorney Company: B A Roper & Associates LLC Industry: Law Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

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Title: Partner Company: Barnes & Thornburg LLP Industry: Law Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

MICHAEL ROGERS

TAMARA MCMILLIAN Title: Attorney at Law Company: Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP Industry: Law Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

RUBIN PUSHA III Title: Associate Company: Barnes & Thornburg LLP Industry: Law Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

KANIA WARBINGTON Title: Assistant Vice President-Staff Attorney Company: Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis Industry: Law Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

AMBER NICOLE YING Title: Attorney at Law Company: The Law Office of Amber Nicole Ying Industry: Law Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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Management Consulting VALERIE CHAMBLISS

JAMAAL SMITH

Title: Media/Technology Assistant Company: Indianapolis Public Schools Industry: Libraries Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Logistics and Supply Chain AUNDRE JACKSON

Title: System Analyst Company: Accenture Industry: Management Consulting Member of: Omega Psi Phi

TAMMI SMITH Title: Consultant Company: Jaiz Consulting Industry: Management Consulting Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Title: Logistics Tech Company: Pilot Freight Services Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain Member of: Iota Phi Theta

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Title: Logistics Specialist Company: Pilot Freight Services Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain Member of: Iota Phi Theta

CARVETTA JOY Title: Business Process Analyst Company: Arrow Electronics Industry: Manufacturing Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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ALLESTER TAYLOR

EUGENE HAWKINS Title: Quality Manager Company: Praxair Industry: Machinery Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily.

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Market Research KENNETH LACY JR Title: Ethnographer Company: SmartRevenue Industry: Market Research Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Management Consulting Title: Founder & President Company: Performance 3 Industry: Management Consulting Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

CHRISTOPHER GUNN

Marketing and Advertising MARY COX Title: Promotional Consultant Company: Advertising Specialties Plus Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

Title: Director Company: Itlogica Industry: Management Consulting Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

DARYL MASON

BRENT LYLE

Title: Owner Company: Mason Consulting Group Industry: Management Consulting Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Title: Brand Experience Designer Company: Principal Marketing Strategist Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

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THRESETTE BRIGGS,

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ALPHA GARRETT Title: Principal Company: The Lotus Blossom Industry: Marketing and Communications Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

JOHN GIRTON JR

Title: Owner and Senior Video Editor Company: Envizion Media Group Industry: Media Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

KIM GREGORY

Title: President and CEO Company: The Mass Media Group Inc Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Human Resources Business Partner Company: Gannett Industry: Media Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

JASON HUNTER

DENISE HERD L I S T I N G S

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Marketing and Advertising

Title: General Sales Manager Company: Radio One Industry: Media Member of: Omega Psi Phi

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: Principal Company: Herd Strategies llc Industry: Marketing and Communications Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

MARK HUGHES Title: Account Executive Company: Radio One Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Omega Psi Phi

ABE TAWFEEK

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Title: Territory Manager Company: MarketStar Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

JAMES WIDE Title: Deputy Director of Communications Company: Department of Child Services Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

JAMES WALKER Title: Team Leader Company: Gannett Industry: Media Member of: Iota Phi Theta

Medical Devices

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily.

TORI PALMER Title: Inside Sales Representative Company: TMS Health Industry: Medical Devices Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

DENISE MATHEWS Title: Director Managed Care Company: Pinnacle Medical Solutions LLC Industry: Medical Devices Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

Medical Practice

ADRIENNE WOODS Title: Project Manager Company: SGI Industry: Marketing and Advertising Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

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KATASHA BUTLER Title: Inpatient Pharmacist Supervisor Company: Veterans Health Administration Industry: Medical Practice Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Nonprofit TRACIE GIBSON

MARTIN F HILL Title: Psychologist Company: Industry: Medical Practice Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

MICHAEL MENAFEE Title: Mental Health Clinician Company: Community Health Network Industry: Medical Practice Member of: Iota Phi Theta

JERRY SMARTT JR MD

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TIFFANY WHITE

Title: General Manager Company: Employ Indy Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

JERMAINE JERNIGAN

Title: Loan Originator Company: Royal United Mortgage Industry: Mortgage Member of: Iota Phi Theta

Music TERRY A ANTHONY

Nonprofit LORI CASSON

Title: Director of Public Policy Company: Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

TOBY MILLER

L I S T I N G S

Title: President/CEO/Producer/Writer Company: Taimis Records Industry: Music Member of: Omega Psi Phi

ANGELA SMITH JONES

Title: Vice President COO Company: Waters Miller Group LLC Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Iota Phi Theta

TAMRA SIMPSON

Title: Executive Director Company: Dayspring Center Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

AUDREY ECTON-CRAWFORD Title: Family Case Manager Company: Indiana Department of Child Services Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Title: Senior Medicare Patrol Program Director Company: Indiana Association of Area Agencies on Aging Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

JOE SLASH Title: President & CEO Company: Indianapolis Urban League Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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ALBERT HUGGINS

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

RON HARRISON

Title: Case Worker Company: Families First Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Mortgage

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily.

Title: Executive Director Company: Edna Martin Christian Center Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

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Title: Licensed Dental Hygienist Company: Hometown Family Dental Industry: Medical Practice Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

TYSHA HARDY-SELLERS

B U S I N E S S

Title: Owner Company: Smartt Neurology PC Industry: Medical Practice Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Title: Employment Specialist Company: Fathers and Families Center Industry: Nonprofit Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Where We Work Package/Freight Delivery SHERESE MARTIN Title: Director of Human Resources Company: FedEx Ground Industry: Package/Freight Delivery Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Pharmaceuticals LADAWN CALDWELL-GARY

L I S T I N G S

Title: Sr Project Manager Company: PPD Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

LATHEN HARDY III

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: LC/MS Chemist Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Omega Psi Phi

DELIA HARRIS Title: Planner / Buyer Company: Roche Diagnostics Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

SHAUN HAWKINS

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Title: Vice President of Lilly New Ventures Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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EDWARD HAZELRIG Title: Quality Assurance Specialist Company: Cook Pharmica Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Omega Psi Phi

KEVIN KELLY Title: Director Global Business Development Company: Archimedes - Healthcare Modeling Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

KANVASS MCMANUS Title: Lab Services Project Manager Company: Quintiles Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

TSHANA MIMMS Title: Senior Business Analyst Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

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KELLY PAYNE Title: Senior Director - Accounting Operations Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

REGINALD RAMSEY Title: Chief Operations Officer Company: PinClin Pharma Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily.

R PHILIP ROMANO Title: Pharmacist Company: Wellfount Pharmacy Corporation Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

EDRICE SIMMONS Title: Marketing Launch Leader Oncology Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress.

KIMBERLY STERLING Title: Director - Global Health Outcomes Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Professional Training & Coaching STEVE BIRDINE

PONCE TIDWELL Title: Assistant General Counsel Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

TAMIKO CRAYTON

ALICIA WEAKLEY Title: Global Clinical Trial Manager Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

COREY WHITE

ROBERT JACKSON

Title: Senior Pricing Analyst Company: Roche Diagnostics Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

CHRISTA WILSON

Title: Program Development Manager Company: Girl Scouts of Central Indiana Industry: Program Development Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Public Relations/Communications

Title: Senior Strategy Officer Company: Lumina Foundation Industry: Philanthropy Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

ANDRE ARNOLD Title: President Company: New Dawn Photo & Travel Industry: Photography Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: VP Social Engagement Company: Empower CCSD Industry: Public Relations/Communications Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

JAZMINE PERRY Title: Public Relations/Marketing Intern Company: Ball Memorial Hospital Industry: Public Relations/Communications Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

PAUL DE’ANGELO BEST Title: Owner Company: Paul Best Photography Industry: Photography Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

AISHA TOWNSEND Title: Communications Coordinator Company: Fairbanks Treatment Center Industry: Public Relations/Communications Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

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Photography

TAYISHA MCGUIRE

P R O F E S S I O N A L

TINA GRIDIRON

MEISHA WIDE

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Philanthropy

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Positive thinking is the key to success.

Title: National Speaker and Author Company: Nova Concept Speakers Industry: Professional Training & Coaching Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Program Development

Title: Associate Consultant -Quality Company: Eli Lilly and Company Industry: Pharmaceuticals Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Maintain a balanced lifestyle.

Title: Advisor - Corporate Training and Development Company: MISO Industry: Professional Training & Coaching Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

B U S I N E S S

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Title: Founder/President/CEO Company: Affirmations In Action!

Industry: Professional Training & Coaching Member of: Iota Phi Theta

Where We Work Public Relations/Communications PATZETTA TRICE

DARRELL BUNNELL

Title: Principal Company: Trice Strategic Consulting Industry: Public Relations/Communications Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

Real Estate

L I S T I N G S

Title: Real Estate Sales Consultant Company: Prudential Indiana Realty Group Industry: Real Estate Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

TROY LAWRENCE

P R O F E S S I O N A L

Title: Branch Manager Company: Maverick Mortgage Industry: Real Estate Member of: Iota Phi Theta

CAROLYN SANDERS Title: Principle Broker/Owner Company: The Sanders Group Realty Industry: Real Estate Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

KEN THORPE

ERIC BUTLER Title: Manager Company: Meijer Industry: Retail Member of: Iota Phi Theta

PAM WEBB

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ALISHA DUNN Title: Shift Manager Company: Wal-Mart Industry: Retail Member of: Delta Sigma Theta

CANDACE FINNELL Title: Owner/Operator Company: Textures Studio Salon Inc Industry: Retail Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Exercise Daily

RAQUEL HAMPTON

Title: Partner Company: Crossroads Development & Consulting Company Industry: Real Estate Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

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Title: President and CEO Company: Maxines Chicken & Waffles Inc Industry: Restaurant Member of: Omega Psi Phi

Retail KARLA HAWKINS

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Title: Owner and Designer Company: BabyCakes and More!

Industry: Retail Member of: Zeta Phi Beta

DAVID MAYES II

Title: Real Estate Consultant Company: Keller Williams Realty Industry: Real Estate Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

ANDRE WILSON

Title: President Company: 3D Trophy Industry: Retail Member of: Omega Psi Phi

MARCUS TEAMER

Title: Business Intelligence Analyst Company: Simon Property Group Industry: Real Estate Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Community Leader Company: Walgreen Industry: Retail Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Choose happiness, health and prosperity.

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Sports MATTHEW CRENSHAW

TRACY SMITH-GRADY

Title: Associate Head Men’s Basketball Coach Company: IUPUI Industry: Sports Member of: Omega Psi Phi

WILLIAM HANNER

Title: Manager Financial Services Company: Indiana Sports Corporation Industry: Sports Member of: Sigma Gamma Rho

Telecommunications

Title: Men’s Basketball Assistant Coordinator Company: NCAA Industry: Sports Member of: Iota Phi Theta

Title: Project Coordinator Company: Caterpillar/DSN Industry: Telecommunications Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

VICTOR HILL Title: Associate Director of Marketing and Broadcast Alliances Company: NCAA Industry: Sports Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

ANDRE WADE Title: Business Sales Manager Company: Verizon Wireless Industry: Telecommunications Member of: Omega Psi Phi

QUENTEL HOWARD

LEROY WOODARD

QUENTIN HUNTER

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Have a positive outlook.

DENNIS JARRETT

Utilities GAVIN MORGAN

KATHRYN JORDAN

Title: Engineering Technologist II Company: Duke Energy Industry: Utilities Member of: Alpha Phi Alpha

L I S T I N G S

Title: Director Company: ImpactOne Communications Industry: Sports Member of: Kappa Alpha Psi

Writing and Editing

Title: President/CEO Company: KJordan Consulting LLC Industry: Sports Member of: Alpha Kappa Alpha

Healthy Lifestyle Tip: Meditation can help reduce stress LEE LARKINS

MELVIN HAYES Title: Owner Company: Write On Time Solutions Industry: Writing and Editing Member of: Phi Beta Sigma

Title: Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Company: IUPUI Industry: Sports Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Title: Senior Director - Global Operations and Integration Company: Alcatel-Lucent Industry: Telecommunications Member of: Omega Psi Phi

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Title: CEO/Consultant Company: UGI Sports Agency Industry: Sports Member of: Iota Phi Theta

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Who We Are National pan-hellenic council There are nine historically Black Greek Letter Organizations that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council. These organizations are referred to as "The Divine Nine." Each of these fraternities and sororities is rich in history. Ties to one or more of these organizations may be found in many college-educated Black families in the United States. The stated purpose and mission of the organization: “Unanimity of thought and action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities, and to consider problems of mutual interest to its member organizations.� Neither the NPHC, nor its member national or chapter organizations discriminate on the basis of race or religion.

H I S T O R Y, L E A D E R S H I P A N D N A T I O N A L P R O G R A M S

15 Members of the Congressional Black Caucus are members of the Divine Nine AKA: Sheila Jackson Lee APA: Bobby Scott APA: Charles Rangel APA: Gregory Meeks IPT: Bobby Rush KAP: William Lacy Clay, Jr OPP: Jim Clyburn SGR: Corrine Brown

APA: Al Green APA: Chaka Fattah APA: David Scott DST: Joyce Beatty KAP: Sanford Bishop OPP: Hank Johnson PBS: John Lewis

Jennifer M. Jones 33rd National President National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc.

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Who We Are

the divine nine council of presidents

PAULETTE WALKER

International President Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

General President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

National President Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

ROBERT CLARK Grand Polaris

WILLIAM “RANDY” BATES

ANDREW RAY

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity

Grand Polemarch Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

Grand Basileus Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

JONATHAN MASON

BONITA HERRING

MARY BREAUX WRIGHT

International President Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

International Grand Basileus Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority

International Grand Basileus Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

L E A D E R S H I P

MARK TILLMAN

H I S T O R Y,

CAROLYN HOUSE STEWART

A N D N A T I O N A L P R O G R A M S

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a Brief History of the Divine Nine

Who We Are

The Phi Beta Kappa Society, founded on December 5, 1776, at The College of William & Mary, is generally recognized as the first Greekletter student society in North America. The main developments associated were the use of Greekletter initials as a name and the establishment of chapters at different campuses.

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Alpha Phi Alpha is the first African-American Greek-Lettered fraternity. It was founded by seven men on December 4, 1906 at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was founded on January 16, 1920, Zeta began as an idea conceived by five coeds at Howard University in Washington D.C

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On November 17, 1911, three Howard University undergraduate students, with the assistance of their faculty adviser, gave birth to the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in Washington DC.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha is the first Greek-lettered sorority established by African-American college women. It was founded by nine students on January 15, 1908 at Howard University in Washington DC.

Iota Phi Theta Fraternity was founded by twelve students on September 19, 1963, at Morgan State University by 12 students.

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity was founded by ten students on January 15, 1911 at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.

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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was founded on January 13, 1913 by twenty-two collegiate women at Howard University in Washington, DC.

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana by seven school teachers.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded by three students on January 9th, 1914 at Howard University in Washington, DC.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, was founded with the assistance of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, is the sister organization. No other fraternity and sorority is constitutionally bound as Sigma and Zeta.

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Who We Are

Notable Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

Alice Walker

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author

Alicia Keys

Grammy Award-Winning R&B Singer

Althea Gibson

Grand Slam Tennis Champion

Bebe Moore Campbell

Author Of Three New York Times Bestsellers

Bernice King

Civil Rights Leader; Daughter Of Dr. King

Cassandra Wilson

Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist/Producer

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L E A D E R S H I P

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P R O G R A M S

The women of Alpha Kappa Alpha are inspired by a dedicated investment of human capital and a bold commitment to the principles of basic human rights, we shall devote our talent and resources to this cause. Awareness, advocacy and action are the primary vehicles for the worldwide delivery of our service initiatives. Alpha Kappa Alpha is dedicated to “Cultivating our Community” through the implementation of meaningful programming, taking Action to improve the lives of others, seeking collaborative efforts and par tnerships , and staying true to our love for our great Sisterhood.

More information about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is available at: www.aka1908.com

Glady Knight

Grammy Award-Winning Gospel And R&B Artist

Jada Pinkett Smith Actress, Singer

Hazel O’Leary

US Secretary of Energy, President of Fisk U.

Rosa Parks

Civil Rights Leader

Lynn Whitfield

Emmy Award-Winning Actress

Star Jones

Author, Television Host, Attorney

Mae Jemison

Maya Angelou

Poet, Dancer, Producer, Playwright, Director

Tony Award Winning Actress

Toni Morrison

Vanessa Calloway

Yvette Lee Bowser

Nobel Prize Winning Author

Actress

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Phylicia Rashad

African-American Female Astronaut

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Writer, Producer

Who We Are

Jonathan Rogers

Actor

Paul Robeson

NFL Player, Actor and Singer; Social Activist

Joshua Smith

Duke Ellington

Grammy Wining Composer, Bandleader, Actor

Keenen Wayans

Floyd Flake

Former US Congressman

Lionel Richie

Henry Ponder

President of Talladega, Fisk and Benedict

Louis Sullivan

CEO of TV One

CEO of Maxima Corporation

Emmy Winning Actor, Comedian, Writer, Director

Award wining Singer, song writer

Secretary of Health and Human Services

Samuel Pierce

Thomas Burrell

Thurgood Marshall

Tim Reid

Terrell Tillford

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development

CEO of Burrell Advertising

First Black Justice of U.S. Supreme Court

Actor

Actor

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Hill Harper

Donald Thompson

President and CEO of McDonald’s Corporation

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Cornel West

Professor of Religion at Harvard and Princeton

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Charles Rangel

Co-founder of the Congressional Black Caucus

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Notable Members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity

H I S T O R Y,

The objectives of Alpha Phi Alpha Frater nity s h a l l b e : To s t i m u l a t e t h e a m b i t i o n o f i t s m e m b e r s ; To p r e p a r e t h e m f o r t h e g r e a t e s t usefulness in the causes of humanity, freedom, and dignity of the individual; to encourage the highest and noblest form of m a n h o o d ; a n d To a i d d o w n - t r o d d e n h u m a n i t y in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic and intellectual status.

More information about Alpha Phi Alpha Frater nity is available at: http://www.alpha-phi-alpha.com.

Who We Are

Notable Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

Aretha Franklin

Cheryl Burton

Opera Performer, Singer

Emmy Award Winning News Anchor

Fannie Lou Hamer

Gwendolyn Bennett

Cicely Tyson

Emmy Award Winning Actress

Dorothy Height

President of the National Council of Negro Women

Julianne Malveaux

President of Bennett College, Economist, Author

Eunice Johnson

Executive of Johnson Publishing Company

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P R O G R A M S

In realizing its mission, Delta Sigma Theta provides an extensive array of public ser vice i n i t i a t i v e s t h r o u g h i t s Fi v e - Po i n t P r og r a m Thrust of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Po l i t i c a l A w a r e n e s s a n d I nv o l v e m e n t . M o r e information about Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is available at: http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/

Voting Rights Activist And Civil Rights Leader

Natalie Cole

Singer, Songwriter And Performer

Jacque Reid

Artist, Poet & Prose Writer, and Teacher

News Contributor for Tom Joyner Show

Roberta Flack

Shahari Moore

Singer, Songwriter And Musician

Award Winning Filmmaker

Joycelyn Elders

United States Surgeon General

Soledad O’Brien

Anchor and Special Correspondent, CNN

Keisha Knight Pulliam Mary McLeod Bethune Actress

Founder of the National Council of Negro Women

Susan Taylor

Tanya Walton Pratt

Editor-in-chief of Essence Magazine

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Federal District Court Judge in Indiana

Who We Are The purpose of Iota Phi Theta Frater nity is the Development a n d Pe r p e t u a t i o n of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men. More information about Iota Phi Theta Frater nity is available at: http://www.iotaphitheta.org/ H I S T O R Y, L E A D E R S H I P

Hamady N’Diaye

NBA Basketball Player

Spencer Christian

Weather Anchorman “Good Morning America”

Brian Johnson

President of Montogmery County College

Harry Alford

Calvin Murphy

NBA Hall of Fame Basketball Player

Kendrick Dean

President & CEO of National Black Chamber

Grammy Nominated Music Producer - Composer

Steve Birdine

Terrence Carson

Former Grand Polaris

Television Film & Theatre Actor

David Odige

Keith Motley

Founder of the I-PhiT Initiative

Chancellor of University of Massachusetts

Kevin Lofton

Kirby Wilson

CEO of Catholic Health Initiatives

Tommy Frazier

Professional football player

Elvin Hayes

NBA Hall of Fame Basketball Player

Raymond Grady

NFL Assistant Football Coach

Chief Admin Officer of Aurora Healthcare

W. Montague Winfield

Webster Lewis

US Army Major General Retired

Iota Founder, Composer, Musician

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United States Congressman

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Bobby Rush

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Notable Members of Iota Phi ThetaFraternity

Who We Are

N A T I O N A L

P R O G R A M S

The mission of Kappa Alpha Psi Frater nity, Inc . is to unite college men of culture, patriotism and honor in a bond of Frater nity; to encourage honorable achievement in ever y field of human endeavor ; to promote the spiritual, social, intellectual and moral welfare of members; to assist the aims and purposes of colleges and universities; to inspire service in the public interest. More information about Kappa Alpha Psi Frater nity is available at: http://www.kappaalphapsi1911.com/

Benjamin Jealous

Carl Stokes

President & CEO of the NAACP

Mayor of Cleveland

Johnnie Cochran

Kedar Massenburg

Cedric Kyles

Comedian, Actor

Chris Broussard

Sports columnist and sports analyst for ESPN

John Conyers

Representative from Michigan

John Singleton Director

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Notable Members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

Defense Attorney

Ralph Abernathy Civil Rights Leader

President and CEO of Motown Records

Reginald Lewis

CEO of TLC Beatrice International

Lerone Bennett

Louis Stokes

Author And Editor Of Ebony

Congressman, Civil Rights Lawyer

Robert Johnson

Smokie Norful

Founder/CEO of Black Entertainment Television

Gospel Musician

Marvin Sapp

Attorney and Civil Rights Activist

Tavis Smiley

Wilt Chamberlain

Talk Show Host, Political Commentator, Author

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Percy Sutton

Gospel Musician

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NBA Hall of Fame Basketball Player

Who We Are

H I S T O R Y,

The purpose of Omega Psi Phi Frater nity, Inc . is to bring about union of college men of similar high ideals of scholarship, and manhood in order to stimulate the attainment of ideas and ambitions of its members; occupy a progressive helpful and constructive place in political life of the community and nation; and foster the humanity, freedom and dignity of the individual; and aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher economic and intellectual status. More information about Omega Psi Phi Frater nityis available at: http://www.oppf .org/

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Benjamin Mays

Langston Hughes

L. Douglas Wilder

Poet, Writer

Stephen A. Smith

Sports journalist, Talk Show Host, TV Personality

Politician, Governor of Virginia

Steve Harvey

Comedian, Author and Radio Host, TV Personality

William Cosby

Award Winning Comedian, Actor, Author

Michael Jordan

Hall Of Fame Basketball Player, NBA Owner

Terrence Jenkins

Television Personality

Charles Bolden

Earl Graves Sr.

Administrator of NASA, Astronaut

Founder Black Enterprise Magazine

Ray Lewis

Reuben Cannon

NFL Football Player, ESPN Contributor

Tom Joyner

TV and Radio Host, Founder of REACH Media

Jesse Jackson Sr.

Civil Rights Activist, Presidential Nominee

Shaquille O’Neal

Casting director, producer in film and TV

NBA Basketball Player TNT Contributor, Actor

Vernon Jordan

Walter Massey

Lawyer, Business Executive, Civil Rights Activist

Chairman Bank of America

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President of Morehouse College , Mentor to MLK

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Benjamin Hooks

Director of NAACP, Civil Rights Activist

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Notable Members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

Who We Are

N A T I O N A L

P R O G R A M S

The brothers of Phi Beta Sigma are the F r a t e r n i t y ’s m o s t v a l u a b l e r e s o u r c e a n d strength. They are the primar y means by which the Phi Beta Sigma objectives will be achieved. In order to accomplish the F r a t e r n i t y ’s o b j e c t i v e s , i t i s e s s e n t i a l t h a t systems are instituted that effectively e m b o d y “ C u l t u r e Fo r S e r v i c e a n d S e r v i c e Fo r H u m a n i t y ” a n d p r o m o t e b r o t h e r h o o d , scholarship and service. More information about Phi Beta Sigma Frater nity is available at: http://pbs1914.org/

A Phillip Randolph

Organizer of the March on Washington

Al Joyner

Al Roker

Al Sharpton

Olympic Gold Medalist

Weather Anchor for NBC’s Today show

Civil Rights Activist, Minister, Talk Show Host

Joseph Jackson

Parlett Moore

Richard Williams

Benjamin Azikiwe

Bootsy Collins

First President of Nigeria

Bass Player, Singer, Songwriter

Emmitt Smith

George W. Carver

John Lewis

Verdine White

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L E A D E R S H I P

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Notable Members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity

Huey Newton

Co-founder, Black Panther Party

Harold Washington Mayor of Chicago, U. S. Congressman

Minister, President Baptist Convention

Founded the Sigma Beta Club

Hosea Williams

James Weldon Johnson

Civil Rights Activist

Author, Politician, Diplomat, Critic, Journalist

Author, Professor, Cardiologist

Jerry Rice

Pro Football Hall of Fame

Pro Football Hall of Fame

U.S. Congressman, Civil Rights Activist

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Scientist, Botanist, Educator, Inventor

Bass guitarist, Founding Member of Earth, Wind & Fire

Who We Are

Author

Marilyn McCoo

Singer and Actress

Carolyn Guidry

Bishop of the AME Church

Actress, Producer

Ellia English

Eugenia Charles

Kelly Price

Lee Chamberlin

Linda McClure

Louise Beavers Actress

U.S. representative from Louisiana

Mother Love

Vanessa Armstrong

Victoria Rowell

Actress

Grammy Nominated Singer

Maysa Leak

Jazz Music Artist

Actress

MC Lyte

Hip-Hop Recording Artist

Model, Actress

Talk Show Host

Prime Minister of Dominica

Gospel Music Artist

Hattie McDaniel

Academy Award-winning actress

Lindy Boggs

Actress, activist

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P R O G R A M S

Hydeia Broadbent

HIV/AIDS activist and motivational speaker

Anna Marie Horsford

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Alice Childress

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Notable Members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority

L E A D E R S H I P

http://www.sgrho1922.org/home/

H I S T O R Y,

S i g m a G a m m a R h o S o r o r i t y ’s a i m i s t o enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership development and education of youth a r e t h e h a l l m a r k o f t h e o r g a n i z a t i o n ’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically. More information about Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority is available at:

Who We Are

N A T I O N A L

P R O G R A M S

The mission of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority to foster the ideas of service, charity, scholarship, civil and cultural endeavors, sisterhood and finer womanhood.

These ideals are reflected in the sorority’s national program for which its members and auxiliary groups provide voluntary service to staff, community outreach programs, fund scholarships, support organized charities, and promote legislation for social and civic change. More information about Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is available at: http://www.zphib1920.org/

Bernette Johnson State Supreme Court justice in Louisiana

Camille Cooper

WNBA professional basketball player

Deborah Wolfe

DeMya Walker

Esther Rolle

U.S. Education Chief, US Representative

WNBA basketball player

Actress

Lillie Leatherwood

Minnie Riperton Singer, songwriter

International Jazz Singer

Tonea Stewart

Towanda Braxton

Traci Braxton

Evelyn Fields Rear Admiral

H I S T O R Y,

L E A D E R S H I P

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Notable Members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Grace Bumbry

Julia Carson

Opera Singer

US Representative from Indiana

Sheryl Underwood

Syleena Johnson

Comedienne, President of Zeta Phi Beta

Singer, Songwriter, Actress

2-time Olympic Medalist

Actress, University Professor

Singer

Sarah Vaughn

Singer

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Sharon Wilson

Chief Magistrate of the Bahamas

Violet Anderson

1st woman to Practice Law at US Supreme Court

How We Grow

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Graduate Members: Pay It Forward!

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10. IMPROVE RELATIONS WITH OTHER GREEKS: Encourage members to plan social or service projects with other members of the Divine Nine. Develop plans to participate in jointly planned activities on an annual basis.

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5. PROMOTE SCHOLARSHIP: Take advantage of your school’s academic and tutoring services. Designate study hours for members of your organization. Invite college and community experts to discuss test-taking skills, study methods, time management etc.

9. ENGAGE MEMBERS IN THE COMMUNITY: Get involved with campus and community service projects. Plan fund-raisers for local charitable organizations. Invite alumni members to share plans for successful community service projects.

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4. INSTILL A SENSE OF MEMBERSHIP: Plan special events when the entire chapter gets together to attend a movie, play, or church service. Plan a "membership circle" when members participate in a candlelight service in which each person has a chance to express what membership means to them.

8. AID CAREER GOALS: Use college resources for seminars on resume writing, job interview skills; various careers. Network with alumni members through social media. Invited alumni members to speak on career goals.

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3. DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS: Encourage participation in campus activities outside of the organization. Encourage new members to get involved in organizational committees and/or leadership roles.

Develop a peer mentor program within your group for leadership roles. Invite alumni members, school, community and business leaders into the organization to share their experiences.

7. KNOWLEDGE OF THE GREEK SYSTEM: Invite leaders of the National Panhellenic Council, alumni or advisers to speak on Greek governance including their goals and expectations of the Greek system. Attend conferences hosted by the National Panhellenic Council.

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2. DEVELOP PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES: Have alumni and members discuss chapter weaknesses such as poor rush, apathy, and poor scholarship, and plan solutions that the active chapter might then adopt.

6. BUILD AWARENESS OF CHAPTER HISTORY: Invite an alumni members to talk about the chapter's early days, its founding, special chapter traditions, and prominent former members. Work together to plan homecoming events.

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1. FOSTER UNITY: Have the members of your organization work together on a community service projects to work on group cohesiveness, communication and leadership skills.

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How We Grow Promote: The Benefits of Membership

The benefits of joining a Divine Nine Organization are endless.

For many, one of the greatest benefits is the opportunity to network. Networking is essential in today’s society. Now consider being a member of a Divine Nine Organization. All Divine Nine Organizations have at least 100,000 members worldwide.

Instantly, that classroom of 25 grows. Membership provides a common bond not only among fraternity brothers or sorors, but also within the Greek community as a whole. Even more important than networking is having the ability to serve your community in the name of your organization. There is power in numbers, and when the world has the opportunity to witness a group of individuals working together for the common good of the community, more and more people will want to become involved. This is one reason that the legacies of Black Greek Organizations have continued over so many years.

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• Career networking. Sharing similar career interests within a social organization means you have an automatic list of contacts potentially willing to share and support your dreams.

By reading this article, it shows that either you or someone you know is interested not only in Black Greek Letter Organizations but also in learning more about attending college. Just by attending college, you will have the world at your disposal. There are so many opportunities that can arise from just stepping foot into a classroom. Imagine the experiences and knowledge that each person brings with them and consider the opportunities that lie before each student after graduation.

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The Benefits of Divine Nine Membership The group of friends you’ll find in black sororities and fraternities is just one of the benefits of Divine Nine life. Here are the primary benefits:

Lifelong friendships and community building experience are just a few of the benefits of joining a black fraternity or sorority.

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What is the purpose of these organizations?

If you were to research the initiatives of each Black Greek Letter Organization, you would discover programs ranging from voter registration drives and economic empowerment programs to campus clean-up initiatives and beyond. Underneath the surface of most nationally recognized activities implemented by these organizations lies the desire to enhance the local and international community. Community service plays a significant role in the foundation of all Divine Nine Organizations. For example, the first public service initiative completed by the newly founded Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was the 1913 Women’s Suffrage March in Washington, DC. Members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. also showed a unique interest in women’s rights during the early stages of their organization’s existence.

Early interests of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., founded in 1914, also heavily focused on the enhancement of the world in which we live. Their interests included anti-lynching laws and international issues occurring in the Republic of Haiti. As you can see, the scope of these organizations does not solely lie on each respective college or university campus, and their impact is evident worldwide.

• Charitable opportunities. Because fraternity and sorority members are required to complete a certain level of charitable work yearly, you’ll have an automatic outlet to give back to your community.

• Leadership training. Greek organizations typically put a large emphasis on leadership positions, giving you a chance to prove your management ability to potential employers.

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Why were the Divine Nine Organizations founded?

First and foremost, it is important for you to understand why these organizations exist. During the time in which the first Divine Nine Organization was established, African Americans across the country were faced with the harsh realities of racerelated discrimination. Repercussions from slavery were well saturated in the fabric of the American culture, and due to situations resulting from these discriminatory practices, various organizations established by the African American community began to surface and some of them were Black Greek Letter Organizations. Since 1906—the founding year of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.—nine fraternities and sororities (affectionately known as the Divine Nine) have had the privilege of developing and establishing chapters throughout the United States and the world. These organizations provided a common ground for a common purpose. The establishment of these brotherhoods and sisterhoods brought together men and women who were passionate about the goals and ideals of their organization and made a commitment to work together to make a difference in the world in which they lived.

There is also a social advantage to becoming a member of a Black Greek organization. You may have heard that the most important thing to get out of your college experience is a quality education. However, you should also take time to enjoy yourself. Becoming involved in organizations on campus can help you to gain a greater sense of ownership of your college or university. If you think Greek life may be something you are interested in, check it out. You may cherish your experiences in the organization for the rest of your life.

For more information, we suggest that you do your homework and conduct research.

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All of the members of the Divine Nine utilize honorary membership to recognize a person who has advanced their professional life through leadership and service. Many have made outstanding achievements that set them apart in their communities and careers and make them worthy of recognition with the highest honor. It is for that reason, I think the members of the Divine Nine should select honorary members.

Some members of the Divine Nine think otherwise. Some say the organization is hunting glory, seeking famous person to add to the ranks. Some say that the honorees could have taken the opportunity to pledge in college. Some feel honorees should follow the same process as regular members.

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Daniel Pierson is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. We welcome your comments, views and opinions on this and other subjects.

Please go to www.divineninemagazine and post your comments. Thanks!

For another story like this, please refer to: “Meet Our Newest Honorary Member” Posted: Aug. 8, 2010 12:58 PM by Lawrence C. Ross Jr. of the Root. “So what about this practice of Black Greek Letter Organizations [BGLOs] admitting honorary members?” by Kenneth D. Price of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc Zeta Chapter - The Ohio State University Spring 1979.

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questions about honorary membership. Was it necessary?

No. Was it good for the fraternity? I feel strongly that it is.

As I took the opportunity to meet and greet each of the new members, I was reminded that each had advanced their professional life through leadership and service. They were operating “a cut above”. We were honoring that measure of men. I believe that it was and is the thing to do. One of the members was Shaquille O’Neal.

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A few years ago during my graduate life my fraternity purchased a new headquarters. It was a much needed upgrade.

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PHOTOS: At left: Inducted as 2013 honorary members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority: Paula Madison, Suzan Johnson-Cook, Susan Taylor, Lisa Jackson, Angela Bassett, Dr. Terari Trent. At left below: Inducted as 2012 honorary members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity: Ron Profit, Will Downing, Larry Little, Ray Lewis and Dominique Wilkins (not pictured). Above top: Inducted as an honorary member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity: William Clinton. Above left: Inducted as an honorary member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority: Alicia Keyes. Above Right: Inducted as an honorary member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity: Shaquille O’Neal.

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Should the Divine Nine organizations eliminate hazing?

In 1990 the Divine Nine organizations issued a joint statement announcing the elimination of pledging and each has instituted within its respective organization a revised membership development and intake process.

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What do you think???? Did I answer this question the way you think or should we close the door to those with different sexual orientation? Or should those with alternate sexual orientation hide the truth? We welcome your comments, views and opinions on this and other subjects. Please go to www.divineninemagazine and post your comments. Thanks! For another story like this, please refer to: “Was This Former White House Intern Rejected From A Fraternity Because He’s Gay?”, posted November 5, 2013 by David Carr of the New York Times.

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What do you think???? Did I answer this question the way you think or should we close the door to those with different sexual orientation? Or should those with alternate sexual orientation hide the truth? We welcome your comments, views and opinions on this and other subjects. Please go to www.divineninemagazine and post your comments. Thanks! For another story like this, please refer to: “Nation’s Oldest Black Fraternity Rocked By Hazing”, January 12, 2010 by Michael Martin of the National Public Radio News.

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I submit to you that the decline in membership in the Divine Nine organizations at the undergraduate levels in Indiana is rooted in hazing. Hazing is not the only reason, alcohol abuse and changing student values challenge the growth in the Divine Nine organizations.

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Years ago at my undergraduate chapter, we had a member admitted to the graduate school who by his own admission had “feminine ways”. This occurred while I was still an undergraduate. He was not a member of our chapter, but he did want to participate in chapter activities. During the first fraternity meeting of the semester, a member challenged him about his sexual orientation. He answered, do you think that any man with feminine ways is gay? The chapter was torn by his presence. The hard liners wanted no part.

Others confessed, if he was a member, then he should enjoy the privileges. While pondering this issue for myself, I began to equate the discrimination that African Americans experienced in America to the discrimination of religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. I decided that I just would not do it..... Yes, I welcomed his full participation in chapter activities.

Hazing exposes the organizations to lawsuits and embarrassment. Today it is this writers opinion as the most critical issue negatively impacting membership at undergraduate chapters. Hazing does not only occur in undergraduate chapters but it is the root cause of chapter suspensions and revocations. When members stop hazing, undergraduate membership will begin to flourish again.

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The Divine Nine organizations do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation....Therefore they should admit gay people!

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Should the Divine Nine organizations admit gay people?

What is hazing and how has it evolved? Hazing began as mere favors (such as delivering requested things on campus, washing member’s cars, baking sweets for members, serenades, etc.) to more intensified requests (buying things for members, doing homework for members, cleaning common rooms of chapter houses, etc.). Eventually, hazing took a dangerous turn when members realized that belittling, embarrassing, and mentally and physically breaking down pledges was an easier way to ensure that only the mentally and physically strongest of the potential new members made it through their recruitment process.

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