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RANDAL D. PINKETT
DEBORAH A. ELAM
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CEO of Virtual Instruments and the Chairman of Microsoft Corporation
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Divine Nine Members in US Congress Notables Members of the Divine Nine The new culture of Divine Nine Stepshows Books written about the Divine Nine The reaction to the TV show Sorority Sisters Mentoring a community in need The Divine Nine Partnership with St. Jude
MUHAMMAD ALI CENTER: A PLACE OF INSPIRATION The conviction and courage that Muhammad Ali has shown throughout his incredible life journey has empowered and inspired literally millions of people around the world. So when Lonnie and Muhammad Ali opened the Muhammad Ali Center, a 501(c) corporation, they envisioned a center that would continue to share Muhammad’s legacy through educational programming, exhibits, outreach, and impactful partnerships. Located in the heart of historic downtown Louisville, Kentucky, the Muhammad Ali Center is an international cultural center that promotes the six core principles of Muhammad Ali (Confidence, Conviction, Dedication, Giving, Respect, and Spirituality) in ways that inspire personal and global greatness and provides programming and events around the focus areas of education, gender equity, and global citizenship. Its newest initiative, Generation Ali, fosters a new generation of leaders to contribute positively to their communities and to change the world for the better. The Center’s headquarters also contains an award-winning museum experience. In its short history, the Ali Center has welcomed visitors from all 50 states and 110 countries. In recent years, the Ali Center has received the following awards: Official Best Of “Best Cultural Attraction” in the State of Kentucky (2011) Bronze MUSE Award for Video, The American Association of Museums (2007) Media and Technology Award/Exhibit “The Greatest” Best New Attraction Award, North American Travel Journalists Association (2006) Best Places List, Pathfinders Travel Magazine (2006 and 2007) Best Museum Environment, Silver Design Award, Event Design Magazine (2006) The Muhammad Ali Center is open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm and on Sundays from 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm. For a list of temporary exhibits, retail store items, event space, special holiday closings, and to learn more, please visit www.alicenter.org or call 502.584.9254. A visit to the Center is not just an experience, but a journey into the heart of a champion.
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20-21 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
24-25 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. 28-29 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. 32-33 Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc. 36-37 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. 40-41 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. 44-45 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. 48-49 Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. 52-53 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. 54
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Business and Professional Listings
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Professional and Civic Associations
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Advocacy against ‘Sorority Sisters’
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Mentoring Brothers in Action
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Mentoring a Community in Need
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Partnership with St Jude
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The Civil Unrest of 2014
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LETTER FROM THE EDITORS Greetings! We are humbled and honored to present to you the 2015 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 to the nation. It highlights the achievements of the organizations and its members. This year’s edition features: articles on the challenges, successes and programs 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 impact of the community outreach partnerships fostered by the Divine Nine. 2015 will be a year of growth and expansion as we work to publish the magazine on a national level. In late February, we plan to relaunch the Divine 9 Radio Show on BlogTalkRadio with the goal of sharing the news and views of the Divine Nine organizations using the internet radio medium. Our plans for 2015 includes the introduction of social, fitness and charitable events. In the spring, we will host a Run/Walk Charity Event. Please check out website or the radio show for details. Our mission is to inform and uplift the people of our community; we intend to do that on a national level. We hope that you look, listen and participate in our upcoming events. We salute and support all nine organizations included in our publication. Let us unite; we are a powerful force with great strength and buying power. We ask for more involvement and support on a local and national level, there is much more work to do on all levels. Lastly we want to sincerely thank the advertisers and supporters of our magazine. We ask that you support and patronize them. We suggest you make a “bucket list”, you know things you must do before you transition to a better life. Please add the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville to the list, we feel that you will truly enjoy this incredible experience. In Collective Unity! Michael Falker and Daniel Pierson Omega One Connect LLC, Post Office Box 40953 Indianapolis, IN 46240 info@omegaoneconnect.com
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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 collegeeducated 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.
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Divine Nine Membership Has Exceeded 1.5 Million. It’s Members Are Located In The United States And Several Countries Around The World
NPHC Headquarters, 3951 Snapfinger Parkway, Suite 218, Decatur, GA 30035 Phone: 404.592.6145, Fax: 404.806.9943, http://www.nphchq.org/ The Headquarters of the Divine Nine Organizations Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 5656 S. Stony Island Ave. Chicago, Illinois, 60637-1997 773.684.1282 http://www.aka1908.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 1707 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009 202.986.2400 http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. 2322-24 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132-4590 215.228.7184 http://www.kappaalphapsi1911.com
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 145 Kennedy Street, NW Washington, DC 20011 202.726.5434 http://www.pbs1914.org
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 2313 Saint Paul Street Baltimore, MD 21218-5211 410.554.0040 http://www.alpha-phi-alpha.com
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 1600 N. Calvert Street Baltimore, MD 21202 443.438.5691 http://www.iotaphitheta.org/
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. 3951 Snapfinger Parkway Decatur, GA 30035 404.284.5533 http://www.oppf.org
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. 1000 Southhill Drive, Suite 200 Cary, NC 27513-8630 888-SGR-1922 919.678.9720 http://www.sgrho1922.org
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 1734 New Hampshire Avenue NW Washington, DC 20009 202.387.3103 http://www.zphib1920.org
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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.
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, NY.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority was founded on January 13, 1913 by twenty-two collegiate women at Howard University in Washington, DC.
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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.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was founded on January 16, 1920, Zeta began as an idea conceived by five coeds at Howard University in Washington DC.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922 at Butler University in Indianapolis, IN by seven school teachers.
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 in Baltimore, MD by 12 students.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity was founded by ten students on January 15, 1911 at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. 8
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded by three students on January 9th, 1914 at Howard University in Washington, DC.
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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. Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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DR. 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
ANTONIO KNOX
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
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Past President of the american association for justice (Formerly known as American Trial Lawyers association)
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Floyd Worsley National Vice President
Gloria Shannon National Secretary
Toni Johnson National Treasurer
Frances Jackson, Ph.D. National Parliamentarian
Beverly H. Burks Executive Director
Felicia N. Shepherd Alumni Chairman
Stacy Jones, Ed.D. Programming Chairman
Dr. Michael V. Bowie Collegiate Chairman
Lloyd Stallings Conference Planning Chair
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NPHC National Leadership Conference The annual Conference focuses on the needs of collegiate, alumni and Greek life staff. It targets members of the Divine Nine who serve as officers in their respective organization or local affiliate of NPHC.
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital The individual organizations of the Divine Nine and collectively under the banner of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC), adopted St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as its national philanthropic partner. The chapters of the Divine Nine organizations across the country raise money and awareness for the hospital.
Association of Fraternity Sorority Advisors National leadership from all nine member organizations of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. annually attend the Association of Fraternity Sorority Advisors (AFA) Meeting. The meeting provides enriching and informative educational experiences for Greek Life staff from over 700 colleges and universities.
Voter Empowerment On a national level and through its Collegiate and Alumni Councils, NPHC works to increase importance of voter empowerment and decrease voter suppression.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference The Conference is the premier gathering of African Americans, cultivating engaging policy discussions on issues that impact black communities around the world. The conference features the Council of Presidents Forum, a national town hall, a job and contract procurement fair, a Prayer Breakfast, and Awards Dinner.
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Ever wonder what a local chapter of the NPHC does? Presented below are NPHC Chapter Profiles taken from information submitted by Ashley Pinkerton, President NPHC of Nashville. Ashley is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Pi Zeta Chapter. 2015 Goals for the NPHC of Nashville: Support at least one event for all chapters as a whole council, establish Undergraduate Council Advisors and supporting teams, host Anti-Hazing forums every semester for graduate and undergraduate members, participate in community service projects hosted by undergraduates, offer NPHC Merit Scholarships, host a Meet-the-Greeks Mixer, Fashion Show, and Revival during 2015 NPHC Week, focus on collaborative community service projects, and focus on ways to increase our partnerships. Alpha Delta Omega Chapter, President: Bobbie Williams, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: October 9, 1927, www.1908ado.org Kappa Lambda Omega Chapter, President: Laurel Howell, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: January 25, 1975, www. kappalambdaomega.com Upsilon Psi Omega Chapter, President: Autumn Prather, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: March 14, 1998 Alpha Kappa Alpha Local Programs include: Big Brother/Big Sister Bowl-A-Thon, Boys and Girls Club, Second Harvest Food Bank, Soles4Souls, Annual Back to School Supplies Drive, Annual Kids’ Café Stuffing Party, Go Red for Women, Scholarships for Local High School Students, Ida V. Black and Gwendolyn V. Smith Reading Academy, Read Me Week, Metro Nashville School Testing Volunteering, Nashville Branch of the NAACP and Voter Registration. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.-Tau Lambda Chapter, President: Charles Sueing, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: May 30, 1926, www.taulambda.org Alpha Phi Alpha Local programs include: Project Alpha, Go To High School, Go To College program, A Voteless People is a Hopeless People (National Program), Brother’s Keeper Program, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boy Scouts of America, Leadership Development Institute and Yellow Rose Ball, which is our Black Tie scholarship event. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.-Nashville Alumnae Chapter, President: Rev. Olivia M. Cloud, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: April 1930, www.nashvillealumnae.com Delta Sigma Theta Local Programs include: Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy program, Delta GEMS program, Scholarship for local high school students, TSU Foundation, UNCF, Support of the Eighteenth Avenue Family Enrichment Center, Susan G. Komen Foundation Race for the Cure, American Cancer Society, political awareness forums and Support for W.O.M.E.N. Jabberwock, Literary Jazz Café, Taking Back Our Future Leaders Workshop and Feed the Homeless program. Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.-Alpha Phi Omega Chapter, President: Don Holloman, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: July 22, 2007, www.nashvilleiota.org Iota Phi Theta Local programs include: “Five Star Camp” hosted by Alpha Phi Omega’s nonprofit Elite 5 Stars foundation Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.-Nashville Alumni Chapter, President: Dr. Gregory Clark, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: April 24, 1926, www.nashvillekappas.org 12
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.-Hendersonville Alumni Chapter, President: Ibin Moore, Location: Hendersonville, TN, Chartered: March 17, 1995, www.progressivenupes.com Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.-“The” Brentwood Alumni Chapter, President: Jeff Wilson, Location: Brentwood, TN, Chartered: October 2, 2010, www.thebrentwoodnupes.org Kappa Alpha Psi Local Programs include: Annual Easter Egg Hunt for youth, Annual Halloween Party for community and youth, Annual Thanksgiving Basket Drive, and Pencil Partner Mentorship Program with local school, “The Annual Derby Day Party”, “NYE”, and Kappa League. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.-Gamma Phi Chapter, President: Boyce Wilkins, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: October 1, 1925, www.gammaphichapter.org Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.-Omega Lambda Lambda Chapter, President: P. Levon Beene, Location: Madison, TN, Chartered: January 20, 2005, www.omegalambdalambda.org Omega Psi Phi Local Programs include: School Mentoring Initiative, the Hadley Towers Benevolence Initiative, “Read Me Week” program, holiday meals at Thanksgiving and Christmas, Achievement Week, Adopt A Family for Christmas, Anniversary Dinner Black History Program, Christmas Caroling on Christmas Eve, Christmas Dinner, Founder’s Day Program, Scholarships for Students, Jazz Banquet, Pearls of Wisdom Pre-Mother’s Day Celebration, Prayer Breakfast, Ques for Christ Revival, the Salvation Army, School Supplies and Mentoring at our Adopted School, and the Talent Hunt Program. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.-Eta Beta Sigma Chapter, President: Charles A. Scott, Sr. , Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: December 15, 1927, www.sigmanashville.org Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.-Pi Eta Sigma Chapter, President: Gregory Pollard, Location: Brentwood, TN, Chartered: January 9, 2014 Phi Beta Sigma Local Programs include: March for Babies with the March of Dimes; Bigger and Better Business: IRS Partnership–Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA), Sigma Economic Empowerment Development Project (Project SEED), Adopt-A-School, United Negro College Fund (UNCF), Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), Kickball Challenge for Cancer, Habitat for Humanity Williamson County, Salute to Women Gala and the Sigma Beta Club. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.-Upsilon Sigma Chapter, President: Davina Powell, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: November 1939, www.sgrhonashville.org Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.-Lambda Iota Sigma Chapter, President: Lisa Blackshear, Location: Goodlettsville, TN, Chartered: December 5, 2010, http://sgrholis.wix.com/1922 Sigma Gamma Rho Local Programs include: scholarship awards luncheon/brunch, Operation Big Book Bag, the Hattie McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness Program, the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, Project Reassurance, holiday program at Bordeaux Long Term Care, S.T.E.M. Youth Symposium, the Soles for Little Souls initiative, the March of Dimes, St. Jude Children Hospital, and the Rhoer Club. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.-Pi Zeta Chapter, President: Ernestine Wilson, Location: Nashville, TN, Chartered: August 1936, www. nashvillezetas.org Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.-Rho Alpha Zeta Chapter, President: Jalanna McNabb, Chartered: May 1997 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.-Psi Phi Zeta Chapter, President: Janice Rowe, Location: Thompson Station, TN Zeta Phi Beta Local Programs include: Autumn Hills Assisted Living facility, Salvation Army, St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Pencil Partner for local Metro Nashville Public School, Storks Nest classes, Annual Coats for Kids, March of Dimes Healthy Babies Campaign, Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel) community service seminars, Teen summit, Town Hall on Healthcare Reform and “Hats off to Mom” scholarship program.
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Joyce Beatty
Democratic, OH – 3rd Delta Sigma Theta
Danny Davis
Democratic, IL– 7th Alpha Phi Alpha
Sanford Bishop
Democratic, GA – 2nd Kappa Alpha Psi
Chaka Fattah
Democratic, PA – 2nd Alpha Phi Alpha
Corrine Brown
Democratic, FL – 5th Sigma Gamma Rho
Marcia Fudge
Democratic, OH – 11th Delta Sigma Theta
William Clay Jr
Democratic, MO – 1st Kappa Alpha Psi
Al Green
Democratic, TX – 9th Alpha Phi Alpha
Emanuel Cleaver
Democratic, MO– 5th Alpha Phi Alpha
Alcee Hastings
Democratic, FL – 20th Kappa Alpha Psi
Jim Clyburn
Democratic, SC – 6th Omega Psi Phi
Steven Horsford
Democratic, NV – 4th Alpha Phi Alpha
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There are members of the Divine Nine in all professions, including the Congress of the United States of America. A member of Congress serves as a legislator, advocate, educator and communicator. They translate the work of Congress and the complexities of modern issues to constituents. Presented here is a list of the members of the Congressional Black Caucus who are members of the Divine Nine. We would like to call your attention some of the work of these important individuals. The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation each year produces the Annual Legislative Conference, a four-day event held in September (Sept. 16-19, 2015) at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Thousands of elected officials, business and industry leaders, celebrities, media, emerging leaders and everyday Americans descend upon the Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) and its dozens of policy forums, general sessions, massive exhibit showcase, job fair, book signings and vast networking opportunities. The Congressional Black Caucus – comprised of the African-American members of the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate – headline ALC every year. The conference program includes more than 70 workshops, seminars and information forums on relevant topics that capture and portray the concerns of African Americans. Participants discuss the challenges facing underserved populations, including health care, economic success and failures, global and domestic security as well as highlight successes and provide critical information that will help to build strong communities, organizations and individual families. The Annual Legislative Conference is one of the most important gatherings of African American leaders. For more information, visit the website at: http://www.cbcfinc.org.
Hank Johnson
Democratic, GA – 4th Omega Psi Phi
Bobby Rush
Democratic, IL – 1st Iota Phi Theta
Robin Kelly
Democratic, IL – 2nd Sigma Gamma Rho
Bobby Scott
Democratic, VA – 3rd Alpha Phi Alpha
Sheila Jackson Lee
Democratic, TX – 18th Alpha Kappa Alpha
David Scott
Democratic, GA – 13th Alpha Phi Alpha
John Lewis
Democratic, GA – 5th Phi Beta Sigma
Terri Sewell
Democratic, AL – 7th Alpha Kappa Alpha
Gregory Meeks
Democratic, NY – 5th Alpha Phi Alpha
Charles Rangel
Democratic, NY – 13th Alpha Phi Alpha
Bennie Thompson
Democratic, MS – 2nd Kappa Alpha Psi
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The 13 founding members of the CBC in the early 1970s. Standing L–R: Parren Mitchell (MD), Charles B. Rangel (NY), Bill Clay, Sr. (MO), Ron Dellums (CA), George Collins (IL), Louis Stokes (OH), Ralph Metcalfe (IL), John Conyers (MI), and Walter Fauntroy (DC). Seated L–R: Robert Nix, Sr. (PA), Charles Diggs (MI), Shirley Chisholm (NY), and Gus Hawkins (CA). 14
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HealthNet, Inc. Introduction For over 46 years, HealthNet has been working to provide quality health care that is accessible to all who need it.
Address: 3403 E. Raymond Street Indianapolis, IN 46203 Phone: 317-957-2000 Website: www.indyhealthnet.org Year Established: 1968
Mission Statement To improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.
Geographic Service Area Marion County
Today, more than 58,801 people in Marion County rely on HealthNet as their primary source of medical, dental and behavioral health care, including special groups such as women at-risk, children and the homeless. Through our 8 community health centers, 5 dental centers, 4 specialty care centers, 9 school-based clinics, Homeless Initiative Program and Healthy Families program, HealthNet serves over 1,000 people per day – most living at or below the federal poverty level.
Services Provided • Pediatrics • Family Practice • Internal Medicine • OB/GYN and Nurse Midwives • Foot Care • Immunizations • X-Ray • Dental Care • Eye Care • Health Education
• Social Services • Behavioral Health Services • Family Planning • Free HIV Testing • Free Pregnancy Tests • Homeless Initiative Program • School-Based Services • Healthy Families • Hoosier Healthwise Enrollment • Foreign Language Interpretation
• Breast & Cervical Cancer Screening Assistance • Financial Planning • Medicaid and Medicare • Healthcare Marketplace Enrollment
President/CEO - J. Cornelius Brown J. Cornelius “Jimmy” Brown is an accomplished senior executive with over 35 years of experience in the healthcare industry, to include work in both military and civilian settings. Jimmy currently serves as HealthNet’s President and Chief Executive Officer. In this position, he leads Indiana’s largest federally qualified health center that provides care annually to over 58,800 uninsured and underinsured patients in Marion County through its network of primary care health centers, dental offices, school-based clinics, service sites and outreach programs to include delivery of almost 2,500 babies each year. Jimmy, prior to joining HealthNet, served as Vice President of Corporate Services and Community Affairs at Swope Health Services in Kansas City, MO. He also served as Swope’s Chief Operations Officer (COO) and as Vice President of Clinical Operations where he led several creative partnerships to expand access to muchneeded health care for communities in both Missouri and Kansas. Before joining Swope in 2004, Jimmy spent over 12 years leading efforts to improve the delivery of quality, affordable health care services in various leadership roles, including President and CEO of Dallas Southwest Medical Center in Dallas, Texas; Senior Vice President for Medical Operations/Corporate Administration at Continuum Healthcare Systems, Inc. in Houston, Texas and as Assistant Administrator and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Hadley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C. Jimmy retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U. S. Air Force after a 20-year military career in health and hospital administration. During this time, he managed facility construction and equipment acquisition for a new $18.9 million hospital in the Republic of Turkey, served as COO at two Air Force community hospitals, and worked as the Associate Administrator at a 1,012 bed military medical center. Upon completion of military service, he began his civilian career as a Senior Healthcare Consultant and Regional Healthcare Manager. Some of his accomplishments during these tenures include the successful evaluation of the Department of Defense’s $491 million managed care support contract and the design and development of a dental insurance plan for military retirees. Jimmy’s past community involvement and activities include serving as a Board Member for the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce; Vice Chair, Texas Pediatric Diabetes Research Advisory Committee; Member, Missouri Primary Care Association; Member, Kansas Association for the Medically Underserved; Distinguished Audience Program member for the Dallas Opera, and Commissioner with the Metropolitan Development Commission of Marion County. Currently, he serves as Chairman of the Governing Board for Learning Well, Inc.; Vice Chair, Hamilton Centers, Inc.; Board Member, Southeast Community Services, Inc., and Board Member, Indiana Primary Health Care Association. He is also a Board Member of the Indianapolis Urban League. Past and present memberships in professional organizations include the American Academy of Medical Administrators, National Association of Health Services Executives and holds Diplomat (membership) status in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Jimmy is a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Administration from North Texas State University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, with an emphasis in health care management, from the University of North Dakota.
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Fo u n d e d : J a n u a r y 1 5 , 1 9 0 8 a t H owa r d U n i ve r s i t y
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 partnerships, and staying true to our love for our great Sisterhood. Awareness, advocacy and action are the primary vehicles for the worldwide delivery of our service initiatives. More information about Alpha Kappa A l p h a S o r o r i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : w w w. aka1908.com
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National Programs and Initiatives include:
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Educational Advancement Foundation Health Promotion Family Strengthening Environmental Ownership Global Impact Ivy Acres Ivy Reading AKAdemy Leadership Fellows Program P. I . M . S . ( P a r t n e r s h i p s i n M a t h e m a t i c s and Science) 1 0 . Y o u n g A u t h o r s P r o g r a m Colors: Salmon Pink and Apple Green Symbol: Ivy Leaf Flower: Pink Tea Rose
Leadership
Dorothy B. Wilson
International President
Glenda B. Glover First International Vice-President
Autumn Kyles
International Second Vice-President
Karrie S. Hargrave Undergraduate Member-at-Large
Martha Perine Beard International Parliamentarian
Mary F. Conner
Barbara J. Trotter
Joyce Henderson
Chelle Luper Wilson
Gizette L. Thomas
Mid-Atlantic Regional Director
Undergraduate Member-at-Large
Danette A. Reed
International Treasurer
Meredith Henderson North Atlantic Regional Director
Annalise Anise
Charletta W. Jacks
International Secretary
South Eastern Regional Director
South Central Regional Director
Sharon B. Harriott
Kathy Walker-Steele
Toni S. Kendrick
Jan Carpenter-Baker
South Atlantic Regional Director
Great Lakes Regional Director
FarWestern Regional Director
International Regional Director
Central Regional Director
Mid-Western Regional Director
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Notable Members Alice Walker
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author
Rosa Parks
Civil Rights Leader
Star Jones
Author, Television Host, Attorney
Mae Jemison
Bernice King
Civil Rights Leader; Daughter Of Dr. King
Maya Angelou
Cassandra Wilson
Grammy Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist/Producer
Phylicia Rashad
African-American Female Astronaut
Poet, Dancer, Producer, Playwright, Director
Tony Award Winning Actress
Toni Morrison
Vanessa Calloway
Yvette Lee Bowser
Nobel Prize Winning Author
Actress
Writer, Producer
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Chicago, Illinois – September 12, 2014 – As part of its worldwide campaign to distribute One Million Backpacks to students in need, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., (AKA) will hold a back-to-school event on September 12 where free backpacks and school supplies will be donated to the Chicago Public School District (CPS). Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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and West sides, have poverty rates that are hovering near 60 percent. The massive backpack campaign is part of the Alpha Kappa Alpha’s Launching New Dimensions of Service program targets, which place an emphasis on Educational Enrichment, among other social concerns. In response to this focus, AKA members will set a goal of collecting and distributing at least one million backpacks and school supplies over the next four years.
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“As part of our commitment to academic excellence, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority will support the learning process by providing substantial support to give students the backpacks and supplies they need to be ready to learn,” said International President Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson. “From pencils and sharpeners to notebooks and folders, we will do our part to bridge the achievement gap among students of color and the economically-disadvantaged.” Buckhanan Wilson and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s international leadership will distribute at least 1,000 donated backpacks and accompanying school supplies during the sorority’s annual mass committee meeting, held this weekend at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The sorority, headquartered in Chicago, selected that city for its inaugural donation drive because the need there is great. Significant portions of Chicago, particularly on the South
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US Secretary of Energy, President of Fisk U.
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The Programs of Alpha Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-trained women. Driven by its commitment to service and sisterhood, Alpha Kappa Alpha has evolved into one of the world's leading service organizations with more than 265,000 members in 986 graduate and undergraduate chapters in the United States, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Bermuda, the Caribbean, Canada, Japan, Germany, South Korea and on the continent of Africa. Alpha Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered on February 16, 1929 in Indianapolis, Indiana and currently has a membership of more than 350 women. The chapter, a part of the sorority’s Central Region, is dedicated to cultivating the community through the implementation of meaningful programming, taking action to improve the lives of others, seeking collaborative efforts and partnerships, and staying true to our love for our great sisterhood. Alpha Mu Omega also has a rich heritage of women making a difference in the Indianapolis community and internationally in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for the last 86 years. Alpha Mu Omega is not only the home to the designer of our sorority crest, Ms. Phyllis Wheatley Waters, but also four former international officers of our sorority: Mrs. Maenelle Newsome, Mrs. Annetta M. Lawson, Ms. Yvonne Perkins, and Mrs. Nadine C. Bonds. Under the leadership of Alpha Kappa Alpha’s International President, Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, Alpha Mu Omega is reaching the community by utilizing the current international program “Launching New Dimensions of Service.” This program addresses the growing needs of local and international communities through the implementation of five targets: Educational Enrichment, Health Promotion, Family Strengthening, Environment Ownership and Global Impact. Target I: Educational Enrichment - The heart of the Educational Enrichment target includes the ASCEND youth enrichment program, the AKA One Million Backpacks campaign and the Think HBCU initiative. ASCEND focuses Achievement, Self-Awareness, Communication, Engagement, Networking and Developmental Skills and provides students with opportunity to receive academic enrichment and life skills training. With AKA One Million Backpacks, one million backpacks and related school supplies will be donated and distributed to students through 2018. Think HBCU supports active advocacy for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and highlights their contribution to the sorority and society.
Target II: Health Promotion - Health awareness of Alzheimer's Disease, Stroke and Mental Illness is the focus of the Health Promotion Target. Alzheimer's disease is one of the fastest growing health challenges among African Americans and the Alzheimer's Disease and Caregiver Support Program generates awareness and support for Alzheimer's programming and research. A stroke prevention awareness campaign with an emphasis on managing high blood press, diet and exercise promotes Stroke and Heart Disease Awareness and Mental Health bring attention to mental illness among populations who are less likely to seek support. Target III: Family Strengthening - This target tackles critical issues facing many families. Community based Childhood Hunger Initiatives will partner with local agencies, food banks and community pantries. The Family Seasonal Wraps Program is a major initiative to collect and donate hats, gloves, socks, scarves, coats, sweaters and other seasonal wraps for families in need. In addition, the Fiscal Responsibility Programs partners with organizations and families to help increase financial planning awareness and the benefits of home ownership. Target IV: Environmental Ownership - This target provides healthy environments and improves the quality of life in the underserved communities. To ensure children have safe and inviting places to play, the AKA 1908 Playground Project Sorority will restore and renew 1,908 existing community and school playgrounds with its Restore, Refresh and Renew Project. The Acts of Green Program promotes environmental sustainability by encouraging recycling, litter prevention and waste management in the community. Target V: Global Impact - This target is based on partnership with the UNA-USA (United Nations Association) to expand understanding of the UN, its mission and focus. A biennial Intergenerational Model U.N. Conference will be held and with a continued Africare partnership youth hunger initiatives will be implemented in Africa. There will also be the following annual Community Impact Days and International Community Service Days to highlight collective impact in program target areas: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service (January); Pink Goes Red for Heart Health Day (February); 1908 Playgrounds Mobilization Day (May); The Longest Day™ Alzheimer’s Support Activities (June); Mental Health Awareness Day (July) and Childhood Hunger Awareness Day (October).
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Founded: December 4, 1906 at Cornell University
The objectives of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity shall be: To stimulate the ambition of its members; To prepare them for the greatest u s e f u l n e s s i n t h e c a u s e s o f h u m a n i t y, freedom, and dignity of the individual; to encourage the highest and noblest form of manhood; and To aid down-trodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic and intellectual status. More information about Alpha Phi Alpha F r a t e r n i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. a l p h a - p h i - a l p h a . c o m .
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The first Greek-lettered fraternity established and incorporated by African American college men Motto: “First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All�
National Programs and Initiatives include:
1. Junior Alpha Men 2. Big Brothers 3 . P r o j e c t A l p h a 4. BBBS Mentoring Brothers in Action 5. Leadership Development Institutes 6. Go-To-High School, Go-To-College 7. Voter Education/Registration Program 8 . M a r t i n L u t h e r K i n g , J r. M e m o r i a l 9. World Policy Council 1 0 . A l p h a P h i A l p h a E d u c a t i o n F o u n d a t i o n Colors: Black and Old Gold Symbol: The Great Sphinx of Giza Flower: Yellow Rose
Leadership
Mark S. Tillman General President
Hyacinth Ahuruonye General Treasurer
Steven Sims Comptroller
R. Anthony Mills Regional Vice President - East
Regional Vice President - Southwest
Russell Flye
Regional Vice President - West
Regional Vice President - Midwest
Julian Jackson
Gary Daniels
Jameson Taylor
Wayne C. Harvey
Regional Assistant Vice President - Midwest
General Counsel
Devin Jenkins
William Douglass Lyle
Regional Assistant Vice President - East
Maurice D. Gipson
Elgie R. Sims, Jr.
Regional Assistant Vice President - South
Ronald Natson, Sr. Regional Vice President - South
Regional Assistant Vice President - West
Executive Director and COO
Demario A. Lowe
Regional Assistant Vice President - Southwest
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Notable Members Charles Rangel
Cornel West
Professor of Religion at Harvard and Princeton
Hill Harper
Jonathan Rogers
Actor
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
CEO of Burrell Advertising
First Black Justice of U.S. Supreme Court
Actor
Actor
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July 2, 2014: Today, the nation celebrates the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Many people will talk about Brother Martin Luther King, Jr. and his hard work and dedication to move the idea of equal rights and the plight of the poor to the forefront of the American and subsequently the world’s collective conscious. Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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they have been in the past, to stand up for those whose voice cannot be heard. Please get involved and stay involved with your fraternity because the world our children grow up in can be better when we work together.
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Others will hail President Lyndon B. Johnson as the unlikely hero, the consummate wheeler and dealer without whose cajoling the bill might never have passed. The truth is that hundreds of thousands of people helped pass the Civil Rights Act by playing a part in the movement and crafting changes in the country that we live in, but there is still more work to be done. As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, we ask brothers to contact the A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, Public Policy and Racial Justice Committees to learn how to make a difference in the upcoming elections. When we support these programs, we not only support our fraternity, but we continue the legacy of brothers like Thurgood Marshall, Charles Hamilton Houston and Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Alpha men are needed now, just as
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Donald Thompson
President and CEO of McDonald’s Corporation
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Fo u n d e d : J a n u a r y 1 3 , 1 9 1 3 a t H owa r d U n i ve r s i t y
In realizing its mission, Delta Sigma Theta provides an extensive array of public service initiatives through its Five-Point Program Thrust of Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement. More information about Delta Sigma Theta S o r o r i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. d e l t a s i g m a t h e t a . o r g /
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D r. B e t t y S h a b a z z D e l t a A c a d e m y Financial Fortitude D e l t a D a y s Heath Initiatives Delta GEMS Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence - EMBODI 7. Voting rights Programs 8. Delta Homeownership Initiative 9. 50 Million Pound Challenge Partnership 1 0 . “ G o R e d f o r W o m e n ” C a m p a i g n Colors: Black and Old Gold Symbol: The Great Sphinx of Giza Flower: Yellow Rose
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The largest African-American Greek-lettered sorority in the world Motto: “A Sisterhood called to Serve”
Leadership
Dr. Paulette C. Walker
National President
Beverly Evans Smith National First Vice President
Brittani Blackwell National Second Vice President
Theljewa I. Garrett
Andria M. Jeffries
Sandra Phillips Johnson
Cheryl W. Turner
Mona Y. Davenport
Pamela M. Rogers
Regional Director, Eastern Region
Regional Director, Farwest Region
Regional Director, Midwest Region
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Cheryl A. Hickmon
Regional Director, South Atlantic Region
National Secretary
Terri E. Rivalte
National Treasurer
Devarieste Curry Legal Counsel
Billie F. Coachman
Regional Director, Central Region
Regional Director, South Region
Regional Director, Southwest Region
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Notable Members Aretha Franklin
Cheryl Burton
Emmy Award Winning News Anchor
Fannie Lou Hamer
Gwendolyn Bennett
Natalie Cole
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
Julianne Malveaux
President of Bennett College, Economist, Author
Eunice Johnson
Executive of Johnson Publishing Company
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
Federal District Court Judge in Indiana
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Caucus Foundation’s Town Hall Meetings, and conducts Delta Days at the State Capitol, Delta Days at City Hall, and Delta Days at the School Board.
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The activities of Delta Days in the Nation’s Capital are briefings on legislative issues which impact the African-American community; skill development sessions such as “How to Lobby Effectively,” “Understanding the Role of Congressional Staffers,” How to Monitor and Track Legislation;” and legislative visits to members of Congress. The participants, who come from Delta Days in the Nation’s all geographical areas of the country, also Capital have opportunities to observe the legislators in session, participate in Senate Press The annual conference includes Tours and White House briefings. Members legislative briefings, issue forums, and advoof Delta and others with expertise on varicacy skills development. Featured speakers ous issues conduct the skills development include key policy makers, members of the and discussion sessions. United States Congress, Congressional staff In addition, the members also members, and national issues experts. participates in the Congressional Black
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Singer, Songwriter And Performer
Jacque Reid
Artist, Poet & Prose Writer, and Teacher
Dorothy Height
President of the National Council of Negro Women
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Voting Rights Activist And Civil Rights Leader
Cicely Tyson
Emmy Award Winning Actress
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Opera Performer, Singer
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Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. Founded: September 19, 1963 at Morgan State University
The purpose of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity is the Development and Perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, F i d e l i t y, a n d B r o t h e r h o o d a m o n g M e n . More information about Iota Phi Theta F r a t e r n i t y, I n c , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. i o t a p h i t h e t a . o r g /
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The largest African-American Greek-lettered sorority in the world Motto: “Building a Tradition, not Resting upon one”
National Programs and Initiatives include:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
INROADS Project IMAGE National Sickle Cell Foundation The United Negro College Fund Political Awareness The National Iota Foundation T h e I . O . T. A . ( I n t e l l i g e n t , O u t s t a n d i n g , Talented Achievers) Youth Alliance 8. The Digital Heritage Initiative 9. The Developing Better Fatherhood Project 1 0 . T h e I O T A P o l i t i c a l M o b i l i z a t i o n C a m p a i g n Colors: Charcoal Brown & Gilded Gold Symbol: Centaur Flower: Yellow Rose
Bro. Robert Clark International Grand Polaris
Bro. Richard Gilbert International Grand Vice-Polaris
Bro. Andre Brennan International 2nd Grand Vice-Polaris
Bro. George Smith International Grand Secretary
Bro. Paul Trussell (interim)
Leadership
Bro. Pastor Talbert Swan Bro. Pastor Curlee Adams Bro. Bishop Dwayne Royster
Bro. Chris Greggs
Regional Polaris – Gulf Coast
National Chaplains
Bro. Kerven Louis Montfort National Parliamentarian
Bro. Keenan Saulter
Bro. Oak Ekunno Regional Polaris – Midwest
Bro. Gene Williams Regional Polaris – Ohio Valley
General Counsel
Bro. Greg Sneed
Bro. Brian Love
Regional Polaris – Southern
Regional Polaris – Atlantic Coast
International Grand Treasurer
Bro. Kevin Bennett
Bro. Andre Manson Regional Polaris – Eastern
Executive Director
Bro. Lonnie Jackson Bro. Evan Wade
Regional Polaris – Far West
National Historian
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Notable Members Bobby Rush United States Congressman
Grammy Nominated Music Producer - Composer
Steve Birdine
Terrence Carson
Former Grand Polaris
Television Film & Theatre Actor
Keith Motley
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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Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Charters Inroads Chapter in Minnesota Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., the 5th largest African-American Fraternity in the nation, has chartered its first chapter in the state of Minnesota. The chapter has been designated “Gamma Theta Omega, Twin Cities Alumni” and was formally awarded its charter. The charter group consisted of 5 Iota Phi Theta Alumni members located throughout the
Dwayne Dixon, served as a workshop facilitator and all members of the chapter were present to meet and network with the summit attendees. INROADS CEO Forest Harper was also present. Harper said, “We are extremely pleased with the partnership with Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. Summits like this are where the rubber meets the road in delivering on our mission and we are excited to see Iota Phi Theta working with us to deliver real value to our Interns.”
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Twin Cities area. The group immediately went to work and participated in the INROADS Learning Summit. INROADS is an organization whose mission is to develop and place talented underserved youth in business and industry, and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS is the signature national community service initiative of Iota Phi Theta and local chapters of the Fraternity partner with INROADS throughout the nation. The Polaris of newly-chartered chapter, Dwayne Diggs, is also the Regional Training Manager for INROADS and serves as Chairman of the National Iota/INROADS partnership. Diggs served as the coordinator and manager for the Learning summit which brought over 180 INROADS interns to the Twin Cities for a weekend of seminars, presentations, and workshops. The Vice-Polaris of the chapter,
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Weather Anchorman “Good Morning America”
Kendrick Dean
President & CEO of National Black Chamber
David Odige
Founder of the I-PhiT Initiative
L E A D E R S H I P,
Spencer Christian
Harry Alford
Calvin Murphy
NBA Hall of Fame Basketball Player
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NBA Basketball Player
Brian Johnson
President of Montogmery County College
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Founded: January 5, 1911 at Indiana University
The mission of Kappa Alpha Psi F r a t e r n i t y, I n c . i s t o u n i t e c o l l e g e m e n of culture, patriotism and honor in a bond of Fraternity; to encourage honorable achievement in every 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 F r a t e r n i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. k a p p a a l p h a p s i 1 9 1 1 . c o m /
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Motto: “Achievement In Every Field Of Human Endeavor”
National Programs and Initiatives include:
1. Guide Right 2. Kappa League 3. Big Brothers 4. BBBS Mentoring Brothers in Action 5. Heath Initiatives 6. Diamonds in the rough 7. Undergraduate Leadership Institute 8. Kappa Kamp 9. Achievement Academy 1 0 . H e a l t h y K a p p a s , H e a l t h y C o m m u n i t i e s Colors: Crimson and Cream Symbol: Diamond Flower: Red Carnation
Leadership
WILLIAM “RANDY” BATES, JR., ESQ Grand Polemarch
THOMAS L. BATTLES, JR. Sr Grand Vice Polemarch
EDDIE D. SCOTT
Junior Grand Vice Polemarch
CHESTER LEAKS
Grand Keeper of Records & Exchequer
Cameron R. Joe
Alvin L. Hill
Ronald E. Range
Abdul M. Hafiz
Reuben A. Shelton III
Grand Board of Directors Undergraduate Grand Chapter Nominating Chair
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Grand Historian
Grand Strategus
Harry G. Franklin
Grand Board of Directors Alumni
CHAUNCY E. HAYNES
DAMARIYE SMITH
Grand Board of Directors Undergraduate
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Grand Lt. Strategus
Grand Board of Directors Undergraduate
Grand Board of Directors Alumni
Grand Board of Directors Alumni
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Notable Members Benjamin Jealous
Carl Stokes
Mayor of Cleveland
Johnnie Cochran
Kedar Massenburg
Defense Attorney
Reginald Lewis
CEO of TLC Beatrice International
Louis Stokes
Author And Editor Of Ebony
Congressman, Civil Rights Lawyer
Robert Johnson
Smokie Norful
Founder/CEO of Black Entertainment Television
Gospel Musician
John Conyers
Representative from Michigan
Marvin Sapp
John Singleton Director
Percy Sutton
Gospel Musician
Attorney and Civil Rights Activist
Tavis Smiley
Wilt Chamberlain
Talk Show Host, Political Commentator, Author
NBA Hall of Fame Basketball Player
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CAC Kappa League: Leaders of Tomorrow‌Mentored by Achievers of Today The brotherhood of being a part of a fraternity is about more than the colors you wear, and having access to over 100 years of history. The challenge many face is how to shape the legacy to work diligently for the betterment of the community. The Columbus (OH) Alumni Kappa League Program is making strides to build up the community, and working
midst of a fundraising drive that looks to take up to 40 Young Men on a HBCU College tour in the spring of 2015. Activities of the CAC Kappa League have included participation in the Columbus Alumni Turkey Give-Away, and The Hope Summit for Suicide Prevention. With a recent recognition by "Who's Who in Black Columbus", The CAC Kappa League has become a standard in Central Ohio of mentoring for High School aged African American Males. Columbus OH Kappa League, Kappa Alpha Psi
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to instill those skills into the Young Men of Columbus. The CAC Kappa League is for students in grades 9-12, and currently consists of 28 Young Men from high schools across Central Ohio. Academically, the group maintains a 3.2 G.P.A., and count Morrill Scholars at OSU, and Truman Scholars at Ohio University as part of its legacy. One of the main considerations of our program is helping Kappa Leaguers navigate the maze of Post-Secondary options. To that end, we have sought local businesses that support this mission. For example, we worked with Corna Kokosing Construction Company to establish The Corna Kokosing/Kappa League Scholarship. The scholarship looks to address issues of diversity in the fields of civil engineering and construction management with a financial reward and a summer internship that is renewable. Additionally, the Chapter is in the
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Lerone Bennett
Chris Broussard
Sports columnist and sports analyst for ESPN
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Ralph Abernathy
President and CEO of Motown Records
Cedric Kyles
Comedian, Actor
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President & CEO of the NAACP
Ken Thorpe Entrepreneur ♦ Philanthropist Ken Thorpe is a successful entrepreneur and business consultant with more than 15 years of professional leadership experience in the areas of business development, strategic planning and relationship management. He's always been a person full of new and innovative ideas, implementing one of them in 1998 when he started his first company, Thorpe & Associates, LLC. Today, Ken has eight companies under his belt. His responsibilities include directing project managers; constructing estimates; devising, implementing and regulating budgets; negotiating with clients and vendors; coordinating subcontractors; monitoring the quality and schedule of work; and overseeing a range of other aspects of the businesses.
Thorpe earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Indiana University in Bloomington and continued his education and achieved a Master’s degree in Information Technology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana and a Master’s of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. Ken also fulfilled his duty to the United States Army as a Reserve Officer. He received an honorable discharge in 2005 with a rank of Captain and continues to carry a clear vision and passion for "commitment to community" by dedicating countless hours of support and involvement in the community by serving on the boards of Forest Manor Multi Service Center and Christamore House. In addition, he is a member of the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce and the United Way Key Club. Ken is also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. ###
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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Fo u n d e d : N ove m b e r 1 7 , 1 9 1 1 a t H owa r d U n i ve r s i t y
T h e p u r p o s e o f O m e g a P s i P h i F r a t e r n i t y, 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 t h e h u m a n i t y, f r e e d o m a n d d i g n i t y o f t h e individual; and aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher economic and intellectual status. More information about Omega Psi Phi F r a t e r n i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. o p p f. o r g /
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The first predominantly African-American fraternity to be founded at a historically black university Motto: “Friendship is essential to the soul�
National Programs and Initiatives include: 1. Fatherhood and Mentoring Initiative 2. Voter Registration, Education and Mobilization 3. Assault on Illiteracy 4. Omega Undergraduate Summit 5. Talent Hunt Program 6. College Endowment Fund 7. Achievement Week 8. Health Initiatives 9. NAACP 1 0 . B B B S M e n t o r i n g B r o t h e r s i n A c t i o n
Colors: Old Gold and Royal Purple Symbol: The Lamp Flower: Red Rose
Leadership
Antonio F. Knox, Sr. Grand Basileus
Rev. Staccato Powell Grand Chaplain
Dr. David Marion
1st Vice Grand Basileus
Donnel Jones Undergraduate Representative
Anthony Kadri
2nd Vice Grand Basileus
Alaric Jones
Undergraduate Representative
Kenneth Rodgers Grand Keeper of Records and Seal
W. Kelly Shannon Grand Keeper of Finance
Earl T. Young Fifth District
Ernest E. Parquet
First District
Milton D. Harrison
Brian O. Beverly Sixth District
Steven Watkins
Second District
Robert C. Warren Jr
Leslie A. Gamble
Frederick Alexander
Third District
Fourth District
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Michael A. Jefferson
Ninth District
Tenth District
Seventh District
Twelfth District
Christopher K. Welch Dr. Wm. Ray Brown
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Eight District
Matthew B. Coleman Thirteenth District
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Notable Members Benjamin Hooks
Benjamin Mays
President of Morehouse College , Mentor to MLK
Langston Hughes
L. Douglas Wilder
Poet, Writer
Steve Harvey
Michael Jordan
Hall Of Fame Basketball Player, NBA Owner
Terrence Jenkins
Television Personality
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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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of fatherhood. The event featured fatherhood advocacy organizations, legal assistance, heath screenings, DNA testing, employment recruiting, and financial literacy sessions, all geared towards challenging men to become stewards in their households, as well as leaders in their respective community. In addition, mental health counselors Proud Fatherhood Rally & Stance and family support groups provided informative Against Domestic Violence resources, as a counter to the rise in family Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and domestic violence cases. announced that it will held its 4th Annual Since its inception in 2011, the “Proud Fathers Rally and Stance Against Proud Fathers Rally has emerged as one of the Domestic Violence” Saturday, June 14, 2014, from fastest growing events in the nation under the 11 am - 4 pm at The Mall West End located fatherhood initiative spearheaded by President on 850 Oak Street SW Atlanta, GA 30310. Barack Obama in 2012. The proud fathers rally invites all This year, over 1,000 fathers and men and children to fellowship for a day of their children attended the event at the activities set to engage and empower as an Georgia State Capitol. effort to celebrate and promote best practices
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Award Winning Comedian, Actor, Author
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Stephen A. Smith
Sports journalist, Talk Show Host, TV Personality
Politician, Governor of Virginia
William Cosby
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Fo u n d e d : J a n u a r y 9 , 1 9 1 4 a t H owa r d U n i ve r s i t y
The brothers of Phi Beta Sigma are the Fraternity’s most valuable resource and strength. They are the primary means by which the Phi Beta Sigma objectives will be achieved. In order to accomplish the Fraternity’s objectives, it is essential that systems are instituted that effectively embody “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity” and promote brotherhood, scholarship and service. More information about Phi Beta Sigma F r a t e r n i t y, I n c . , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : http://pbs1914.org/
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The only fraternity to hold a constitutional bond with a predominantly African-American sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Motto: “Culture for Service, Service for Humanity”
National Programs and Initiatives include: 1. Sigma Beta Club 2. March of Dimes 3. Sigma Wellness 4. Leadership Academy 5. National Debate Contest
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Hill Summit Vote Seed S.A.S. S.E.R.
Colors: Royal Blue and Pure White Symbol: Dove Flower: White Carnation
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Jonathan A. Mason
International President
Michael Cristal
International First Vice President
Profit Idowu
International Second Vice President
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Christopher Colbert Collegiate Member-at-Large
Jeremy Byrd
Collegiate Member-at-Large
Dr. Marcus A. Chanay
Ray Smith
Leonard Lockhart
Joshua A. Busby
Daryl A. Parks
Theo Ammons
William Frasier, Jr
Honorable Daryl Anderson
Eastern Regional Director
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International General Counsel
Jeffrey F. Sneed Western Regional Director
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Charles E. Ellis, Jr.
International Treasurer
Gulf Coast Regional Director
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Southwestern Regional Director
Southeastern Regional Director
Director of Collegiate Affairs
Great Lakes Regional Director
International Executive Director
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Notable Members A Phillip Randolph
Organizer of the March on Washington
Harold Washington
Joseph Jackson
Parlett Moore
Richard Williams
Minister, President Baptist Convention
Founded the Sigma Beta Club
Hosea Williams
James Weldon Johnson
Civil Rights Activist
Author, Politician, Diplomat, Journalist
Author, Professor, Cardiologist
Jerry Rice
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Benjamin Azikiwe
Bass Player, Singer, Songwriter
Emmitt Smith
George W. Carver
John Lewis
Verdine White
Pro Football Hall of Fame
U.S. Congressman, Civil Rights Activist
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Bass guitarist, Founding Member of Earth, Wind & Fire
assistance to the elderly, March of Dimes, etc, thrust Club members into community involvement. The club motto is: Next Generation of Leaders, Accepting the Responsibility, Loving the Challenge. Sigma Beta Club of Birmingham, AL
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Sigma Beta Club has been an essential part of the total organizational structure of Alumni chapters in Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The purpose for the Sigma Beta Club is many. The Club is an organization for young male students that gives young men the opportunity to meet with each other on a regular basis outside the school
atmosphere to discuss their interest and problems. The Club also gives its members a chance to meet with college and professional men on a regular basis;therefore, exposing the membership to various viewpoints of educational advancements. The club introduces its members to the national programs of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Beta Club programs are geared to meet the needs of its members, while at the same time provide them with a well rounded outlook that is needed to cope with today's society. The enrichment programs are cultural, social, and athletic. They are designed to give members a chance to be innovative, thereby instilling self confidence and a feeling of accomplishment. Service projects such as community clean-up,
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First President of Nigeria
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Al Sharpton
Civil Rights Activist, Minister, Talk Show Host
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Al Roker
Weather Anchor for NBC’s Today show
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Fo u n d e d : N ove m b e r 1 2 , 1 9 2 2 at B u t l e r U n i ve r s i t y
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the c o m m u n i t y. P u b l i c s e r v i c e , l e a d e r s h i p development and education of youth are the hallmark of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority addresses concerns that i m p a c t s o c i e t y e d u c a t i o n a l l y, c i v i c a l l y, a n d e c o n o m i c a l l y. More information about Sigma Gamma Rho S o r o r i t y, I n c , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. s g r h o 1 9 2 2 . o r g / h o m e /
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The only African American Sorority established at a predominantly white campus. Motto: “Greater Service, Greater Progress”
National Programs and Initiatives include: 1. Project Reassurance 2. March of Dimes 3. Sigma Youth Symposium 4. HIV/AIDS Project 5. Operation BigBookBag
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ACT Against AIDS Project Wee Savers National Marrow Donor Program Hattie McDaniel Cancer Awareness and Health Program 1 0 . B u c k l e U p A m e r i c a Colors: Royal Blue and Gold Symbol: Poodle Flower: Yellow Tea Rose
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Bonita M. Herring International Grand Basileus
Deborah Catchings-Smith International First Grand Anti-Basileus
Knyra C. Ratcliff
Vanessa P. Anderson
LaShonda Johnson
Jessica Totten
Marica Harris
Delia Harris
Kennessa Marshall
Nkza Campbell
Rasheeda Liberty
Tiffany Davis-Nealy
Bianca Young
Ashlyn Alexander
International Editor-inChief of AURORA
International Grand Epistoleus
Henry Etta O’Neal
Jakimva Martin
Justine Roman
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Southwestern Region Syntaktes
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Central Region UCC
Northeastern Region UCC
Southeastern Region UCC
International Grand Anti-Grammateus
Vanessa Tyson
Tiffany Hightower
Northeastern Region Syntaktes
Angela Spears
LaTonya T. Nelson
International Grand Grammateus
Central Region Syntaktes
Glyndell Presley
Ronica Mathis
International Second Grand Anti-Basileus
Southwestern Region UCC
Western Region UCC
Central Region YSC
International Grand Tamiochus
Southeastern Region YSC
Southwestern Region YSC
Western Region YSC
Northeastern Region YSC
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Notable Members Alice Childress Author
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
Grammy Nominated Singer
Maysa Leak
MC Lyte
Hip-Hop Recording Artist
Model, Actress
Talk Show Host
Gospel Music Artist
Hattie McDaniel
Academy Award-winning actress
Lindy Boggs
Actress, activist
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a unified effort to support youth. “We are proud to sponsor this annual youth initiative. The goal this year will be to bring together a village of support for young people. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority knows that the youth are our future; we must prepare them so that they can lead the way,” said Bonita M. Herring, 23rd International President of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority.
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Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. hosts 17th Annual Youth Symposium “Partners for Progress, Working Together to Build Bridges for Youth” The ladies of the Delta Gamma Sigma Fayetteville Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. presented their annual Youth
Symposium – “Partners for Progress, Working Together to Build Bridges for Youth”. The event focussed on the importance of partnerships in the community coming together to support our youth. Over 200 male and female youth attended. Some topics specifically focussed on young girls, ages 13 – 17 which included our teen affiliate group the Rhoer Club. The community service event was held on March 8th, 2014 on the campus of Fayetteville State University. The theme was “H3 It’s All About Me” focusing on Healthy Choices, Healthy Living, and Healthy Generations. There were dynamic guest speakers, live entertainment, refreshments, and door prizes. Topics discussed included Career Education, Healthy Living, Distracted Driving, Teen Pregnancy, and Much More! Chapters nationwide hosted the symposiums on Saturday, March 8, 2014, as
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Prime Minister of Dominica
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Singer and Actress
Carolyn Guidry
Actress
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Hydeia Broadbent
HIV/AIDS activist and motivational speaker
Anna Marie Horsford
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Fo u n d e d : J a n u a r y 1 6 , 1 9 2 0 a t H owa r d U n i ve r s i t y
T h e m i s s i o n o f Z e t a P h i B e t a S o r o r i t y, I n c . t o f o s t e r t h e i d e a s o f s e r v i c e , c h a r i t y, 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 s e r v i c e t o s t a f f, c o m m u n i t y o u t r e a c h programs, fund scholarships, support organized charities, and promote legislation for social and civic change. More information about Zeta S o r o r i t y, I n c , i s a v a i l a b l e a t : h t t p : / / w w w. z p h i b 1 9 2 0 . o r g /
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The only sorority to hold a constitutional bond with a predominantly African-American fraternity, Phi Beta Sigma Motto: “Scholarship, Service, Sisterly Love and Finer Womanhood”
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National Programs and Initiatives include: 1. Stork’s Nest 2. March of Dimes 3. National Education Foundation 4. Human Genome Project 5. ZHope - Zetas Helping Other People Excel 6. Prematurity Awareness Sundays 7. Adopt-a-Family
8. Zeta Organizational Leadership Program 9. Adopt-A-School 1 0 . E l d e r C a r e I n i t i a t i v e Colors: Royal Blue and Pure White Symbol: White Dove Flower: White Rose
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Mary Breaux Wright International President
Valerie Hollingsworth National First Vice President
Bibliana Bovery
National Second Vice President
Cynthia A. Bell
National Secretary
Janet Y. Bivins, Esq. Atlantic Regional Director
Diane Surgeon, Esq. Eastern Regional Director
Dr. Nell Williams Ingram Chair, National Executive Board
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Diane Fisher
National Treasurer
Brunhilda WilliamsCurington
National Parliamentarian
Samantha Hughes
Felicia Scott-Strickland
Natalie Brannon
Kay Rosebure
Midwestern Regional Director
Pacific Regional Director
Southeastern Regional Director
Southern Regional Director
Darneta G. Brown Chairman, National Trustees
Michelle Porter Norman Great Lakes Regional Director
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Ernestine Wilson
South Central Regional Director
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Notable Members Bernette Johnson State Supreme Court justice in Louisiana
Julia Carson
US Representative from Indiana
Sheryl Underwood
Syleena Johnson Singer, Songwriter, Actress
Lillie Leatherwood
Minnie Riperton Singer, songwriter
International Jazz Singer
Tonea Stewart
Towanda Braxton
Traci Braxton
2-time Olympic Medalist
Actress, University Professor
Singer
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Sarah Vaughn
Singer
Evelyn Fields Rear Admiral
Sharon Wilson
Chief Magistrate of the Bahamas
Violet Anderson
1st woman to Practice Law at US Supreme Court
thankful for the backpacks. Diabetes: Eta Pi Zeta in conjunction with the Peoples Community Baptist Church presented a three part diabetes series. The series included healthy eating, healthy monitoring and exercises to control diabetes, and general information about the disease. Participants also took part in a food demonstration and tasting. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Eta Pi Zeta Chapter
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long partnership with the March of Dimes in an effort to encourage women to seek prenatal care within the first trimester of pregnancy, thereby increasing the prevention of birth defects and infant mortality. Walk America is the March of Dimes’ largest and most visible drive to secure funds on behalf of these efforts. Chapter members participate in the walk annually and assist with registration. Eta Pi Zeta is also a member of the Montgomery County March of Dimes committee. Z Pack It Up: Many children in Montgomery County belong to low income families who have difficulty providing the basic schools supplies for their children. Eta Pi Zeta with the partnership of Damascus Wesley Church donated 50 backpacks for the children of the Damascus Gardens Apartments. The backpacks were given out at the back to school night. The children and their parents were very
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THE CHANGING NATURE OF STEP SHOWS For nearly 50 years Step Shows have been one of the defining cultures of the Divine Nine. Chapters host step shows locally. Fraternities and Sororities host step shows annually at the regional and national conventions. The local collegiate and alumni NPHC host steps shows at their annual picnics. There has been a new movement that has evolved over the years, step shows are being hosted and sponsored by corporate, for profit organizations. These events are bringing more focus on the culture of the Divine Nine. Some are hosted in the summer in the form of Picnics. Stepping: It’s more than the rhythm. It’s more than the dancing. It’s more than the music. It’s stepping. Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines step as “to move by raising the foot and bringing it down elsewhere or by moving each foot in succession,” stepping involves much more than that. In Elizabeth Khalil’s article “Steppin’ Out,” Rashid Darden says that “stepping incorporates cheerleading, military, and drillteam moves, especially the call-and-response element inherent in those forms. That aspect is not only important to the energy of stepping, but to the cultural history to which stepping provides a link.” “The whole call-and-response thing is based in African traditions,” he said. “It’s evolved throughout the years; through slavery and old Negro spirituals to what it is today.” Stepping has evolved over the years. If you have ever been at a night club and have seen a line of people moving through the club with the same motions, then you probably have seen Divine Nine members “strolling”. Strolling is a tradition that traces back to the early 1900’s to Divine Nine organizations such as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and is a tradition practiced by all of the organizations to this day. Strolling functions by having members of a particular Divine Nine organization to line up one after another. Similar to saluting, they begin to move forward through the club in the same dance motions, or many times alternating dance moves. The practice of strolling is a very organized event, as members in a line know every step of the choreographed stroll. Some of the Steps Shows and Strolling events have moved outside. They have evolved into Greek Picnics. Greek Picnics are one of the best times of the year. As the popularity of step show continues to grow, so do the crowds. The Greek Picnic Weekends boosts some of the largest annual gatherings of Divine Nine members in the country. They are designed to provide members of the Divine Nine a unique experience that caters to them. The events have grown from its subtle beginnings to become the most popular destination and focal point for all Greek Chapters, Line Brothers, Line Sisters and Sands to reunite and socialize for one exciting weekend of unity, service and bonding. More importantly, these events have served to put the Divine Nine culture on display for non members to witness and enjoy. For 54
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those who do partake, they begin to understand the culture and diversity of its members.
Greek Picnics have grown to become some of the popular annual events of the year. Some of the more popular annual picnics include: Atlanta Greek Picnic Weekend, Midwest Greek Weekend, New Orleans Greek Picnic, Chicago Greek Weekend, Carolina Greek Picnic, Dallas Greek Picnic, Nashville Greek Picnic, Birmingham Greek Weekend, Kansas City Greek Picnic, Texas Greek Picnic, Baltimore Greek Picnic, Orlando Diversified Greek Picnic. For more information visit: blackgreekpride.com and watchtheyard.com Most of the Greek Picnic Weekends today feature a job fair, day parties, happy hours, cookouts, Stroll Competitions, Step Show, a variety of Nightlife events for all ages and community service activities. The evolution of the step show to the Greek Picnic Weekend has been profound!
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REAL LEADERS DON’T SEEK FOLLOWERS, THEY INSPIRE! 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. Most of the Divine Nine Organizations have at least 100,000 members worldwide. Membership provides a common bond not only among fraternity brothers or sorors, but also within the Divine Nine 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 the Divine Nine have continued over so many years. Although life in the Divine Nine has changed over time, members who take their membership seriously are still equipped with skills that can be used in their future careers. The Divine Nine organizations help to improve the leadership and interpersonal skills of its members. There is a correlation between the skills being developed and the ability to be successful in any endeavor. This is not necessarily just famous-successful, like a president or CEO, but successful as a community leader or as a small business owner. What makes Divine Nine life rewarding is that members are given the unique opportunity to interact with and lead their peers. Sometimes members who don’t get along are forced to work together — skills that are vital in the post-college work force. And most importantly, members are given the chance to practice and fail in their endeavors, without losing their network of support. You get the opportunity to fail miserably and have brothers and sisters that love you and care for you pick you up and dust you off and challenge you to do it again – just better. These experiences are truly life changing and uplifting!
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Jasmine D. Adkins CPA Associate Director Ernst & Young Accounting Washington D.C. Metro Area
Regina Dixon-Reeves Ph.D. Executive Director Diversity/Inclusion University of Chicago Higher Education Greater Chicago Area
Latrice E. Eggleston Ph.D. Director Institutional Effectiveness Chicago State University Higher Education Greater Chicago Area
Samantha E. Erskine Director of Development Council of Urban Professionals Fund-Raising Greater New York City Area
Carlita Ruthie Gilliard Biomedical Engineer Biomedical Systems Medical Devices Greater Atlanta Area
Brittany Greathouse Strategy Analyst Accenture Management Consulting Greater Chicago Area
Charius Haney Executive Director Gary Educational Development Inc Information Technology and Services Greater Chicago Area
I. Javette Hines SVP Supplier Diversity Citi Financial Services Greater New York City Area
Mary LaMar Founder and Executive Director The Sickle Cell Association of NJ Health Wellness and Fitness Greater New York City Area
Debbie Taylor Moore Founder & CEO Cyber Zephyr LLC Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Tambra Raye Health Communication Consultant Nutrition Justice Advocate Health Wellness and Fitness Washington D.C. Metro Area
Rhea Steele President Blue Ocean Logic Inc Information Technology and Services Greater Chicago Area
Ylorie Taylor Vice President of Marketing First Choice Sales & Marketing Group Consumer Goods Greater New York City Area
Gerel Roberts Thomas CEO Purple Dolphin Productions Events Services Greater Atlanta Area
Angela Trapp BI Development Contractor AXIS Capital Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
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Adrienne Adams Chairperson Community Board 12 Queens NY Education Management Greater New York City Area
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Fabiene Boone Founding Teacher KIPP STAR HARLEM Primary/Secondary Education Greater New York City Area
Kobena-Marcus J. Collins Regional Director of Diversity City Year Staffing and Recruiting Greater Milwaukee Area
Craig Gilmore Owner/CEO Marlynn Enterprises Insurance Greater Chicago Area
Harold Hamilton SVP & Managing Principal AGSI Inc. Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
John Haynes Vice President of Human Resources GridPoint Inc Architecture & Planning Washington D.C. Metro Area
Darryl Jackson Chapter Development Project Management Institute Program Development Greater Philadelphia Area
Darryl Ricardo Matthews Sr Executive Director Nat’l Association of Black Journalists Management Consulting Washington D.C. Metro Area
Andre McKenzie VP Academic Support Services St. John's University Education Management Greater New York City Area
Billy Mitchell Owner Billysbest Consumer Goods Greater New York City Area
Joseph Pelham Owner T10 Consulting Inc Hospital & Health Care Greater Atlanta Area
Darius Robinson Talent Acquisition Specialist Lead MarketSource Staffing and Recruiting Greater Atlanta Area
Jeff Shirley Senior Operating Executive Shirley International Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
Elgie Sims Jr State Representative Illinois House of Representatives Government Relations Greater Chicago Area
DeWayne R Williams Sr. Presales WLAN Technical Architect ZebraTechnologies Information Technology and Services Greater Detroit Area
Calvin E. Williams President Construction Contracting Services Construction Greater Chicago Area
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Isham Jay Bennett Vice President Human Resources Sikorsky Aircraft Defense & Space Greater New York City Area
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Kim Barnette Chief Operating Officer Delta Decisions of DC LLC Management Consulting Washington D.C. Metro Area
Elaine Boyd Co-owner Higher Ground Training Inc Professional Training & Coaching Greater Nashville Area
Nicole Marie Cato Founder & Creative Director Melton Digital Online Media Washington D.C. Metro Area
Felicia DePina RN BSN Assistant Director of Nursing Services Golden Living Centers Hospital & Health Care Greater Atlanta Area
Angela Dixon-Van Croft Director of Foundation Relations UNCF Philanthropy Washington D.C. Metro Area
Erin Duggins Management and Program Analyst United States Agency Government Administration Washington D.C. Metro Area
April Jones Sr. Vice President BHSC Inc Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Luwanda Jones Executive Director IT Acquisition Department of Veterans Affairs Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Julianne Malveaux President and Founder Economic Education Public Policy Washington D.C. Metro Area
Amina Pierson Board Vice President Indianapolis African American Business Council
Business Development Greater Indianapolis Area
LaShae Primus MEd Senior Instructional Design Consultant Primus Training & Consulting LLC Professional Training & Coaching Greater Atlanta Area
Kenisha L. Rhone Media Relations Director Belmont University Sports Greater Nashville Area
Jacqueline Starnes Director of Internal Audit Hospice Compassus Hospital & Health Care Greater Nashville Area
Jazmine Turley Marketing Analyst Verizon Enterprise Solutions Telecommunications Washington D.C. Metro Area
Deberah Williams MBA/HCM Compliance Project Coordinator Piedmont Healthcare Hospital & Health Care Greater Atlanta Area
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Ashley Allison Associate Director The White House Government Administration Washington D.C. Metro Area
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David T. Boyd Owner/President Another Shore Press LLC Writing and Editing Greater New York City Area
Derico D. Dabney M.Eng Interiors Project Manager TurnerBoone Architecture & Planning Greater Atlanta Area
Carlton Davis Business Analyst Allstate Insurance Company Information Technology and Services Greater Chicago Area
Kevin Davis A&R / Studio Manager Artist Factory Music Greater Atlanta Area
Kwame Fields Vice President Information Technology E*TRADE Financial Corporation Financial Services Menlo Park California
Christopher D. Greggs Human Resources Manager II South Carolina Department of Health Government Columbia SC Area
Lonnie Jackson Owner Northern California Mortuary Transport
Artemus Johnnicans Officer Fayette County Sheriff's Office Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
Mark S. Marsh Sr Vice President North American Sales Fidelis Corporation Information Technology and Services Greater Chicago Area
Jonathan Nichols Graphic Designer Maryland Department of Planning Graphic Design Washington D.C. Metro Area
James Reese MSHE Executive Director 5 Star Youth Alliance Inc Nonprofit Organization Management Greater Atlanta Area
Kevin Robinson Senior Premier Field Engineer Microsoft Information Technology and Services Charlotte North Carolina Area
Frank Sutton International Student Ambassador The University of Toledo Higher Education Canton Ohio Area
Charles Weems III President Weems Design Studio Inc Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
Allen White Fraternity & Sorority Life Advisor George Mason University Higher Education Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Henry Brown Regional Recruiter Baker Hughes Recruitment Services Staffing Indianapolis IN
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Andrew Bennett Assistant Director of Student Success Guttman Community College Higher Education Greater New York City Area
Derrick L. Christian II Marketing Coordinator United Center Marketing and Advertising Greater Chicago Area
Lane Coleman President & CEO Strike Group LLC Distribution Services Greater Detroit Area
Anthony C. Culpepper Jr Assistant to the Dean for Parent Svcs NJ Institute of Technology Education Management Newark New Jersey
Andre G. Early Deputy Commissioner Town of Greenburgh NY Program Development Greater New York City Area
Justin Gillespie Associate Director Search Strategy ZenithOptimedia Marketing and Advertising Greater Chicago Area
Dennis Golden Regional Sales Director Professional Detailing Inc Pharmaceuticals Greater New York City Area
Abdul Hafiz Program Associate Associated Grant Makers Higher Education Greater New York City Area
Larry King Vice President DEBLAR & Associates Management Consulting Greater Atlanta Area
James T. Love Global Six Sigma Master Black Belt II Hewlett-Packard Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
Lee V Martin II Account Manager iMultimedia Services Entertainment Greater Atlanta Area
Christopher Rippie Founder Carbonsquare Information Technology and Services Greater Philadelphia Area
Glenn Trent Director U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Government Administration Greater Atlanta Area
Carlton Washington Vice President US BANK Financial Services Boca Raton Florida
Darryl Wilson CEO Darkstar Enterprises Management Consulting Greater Atlanta Area
Jordan Woodard Banking Summer Financial Analyst Wells Fargo & Co Financial Services Greater Chicago Area
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COL (Ret) Byron L. Cherry PhD President & CEO Succeed to Lead LLC Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Eddie Gwyn Vice President DISA Operations Digital Management Inc Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Ken L. Harris President/CEO Michigan Black Chamber of Commerce
Executive Office Greater Detroit Area
Horatious Harris Owner Square One Management Inc Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
Joseph E. Mann Board of Trustees Norwalk Hospital Nonprofit Organization Management Greater New York City Area
David Payne Jr Director of Finance Alivio Medical Center Inc Financial Services Greater Chicago Area
Jeffery Reid Manager of Enterprise Content 11Alive WXIA & WATL Broadcast Media Greater Atlanta Area
Jesse Storr President and CEO Sirius Chemical Group Chemical Distribution Greater Atlanta Area
Bryson Thompson CEO / Owner Suave Solutions Management Consulting Greater Atlanta Area
Amos Townsend Director Information Technology Federal Management Systems Inc Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Erick Tyrone Managing Partner The Tyrone Law Group LLC Law Practice Washington D.C. Metro Area
Daryl Watkins Sr. Consultant AT Kearney Logistics and Supply Chain Greater Atlanta Area
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Derrick Brown Business Intelligence Manager Macy's Systems and Technology Information Technology and Services Greater Atlanta Area
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Derrick Brockman President/Executive Director DB Enterprises Inc. Management Consulting Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Joseph L. Askew Jr VP of Government Relations Verizon Information Technology and Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Darian Benford Pipeline Controller Sunoco Logistics Oil & Energy Reading Pennsylvania
Kevin L. Davis Marketing & Design Associate University of Illinois at Chicago Marketing and Advertising Greater Chicago Area
David Douglas Founder Making A Dream Exist (M.A.D.E.™) Leisure and Tourism Greater Chicago Area
Bennie Harris Senior Vice President Morehouse School of Medicine Higher Education Greater Atlanta Area
Elvis Harry Key Account Manager Progressive Promotions Inc Printing Greater New York City Area
Devon Henry CEO & President Team Henry Enterprises LLC Environmental Services Newport News Virginia
John-Michael Jones Naval Science Dept Chair Stone Mountain High School Education Management Greater Atlanta Area
Larry A. Mungin Managing Member Larry A. Mungin CPA & Associates LLC Accounting Greater Philadelphia Area
Hamid Saahir Director of Communications Masjid Muhammad Greater Washington DC Area Nonprofit Organization Management
Anthony Samad Professor Los Angeles Community College Higher Education Greater Los Angeles Area
Gareth Washington Benefits Process/Delivery Manager Volvo Group Human Resources Winston-Salem North Carolina Area
John White District Manager Sodexo and SodexoMAGIC Food & Environmental Services Greater Detroit Area
Davone Williamson Assistant Project Engineer Pepper Construction Group Construction Greater Chicago Area
Gregory Willingham Director - Enterprise Integration TIAA-CREF Information Technology and Services Charlotte North Carolina Area
Carter D Womack President and Chief Executive Officer Leadership At Its Best LLC Training/Professional Development New Albany Ohio
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Kevin Bracey Founder and CEO Braceyourself Entertainment Apparel & Fashion Greater New York City Area
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Domonique Barley Director It's Just Lunch Public Relations and Communications Greater Milwaukee Area
Crystal Chavis Regional Human Resources Director Mars Petcare - Banfield Human Resources Washington D.C. Metro Area
Lisa Cooper Public Relations Specialist State Farm Insurance Company Insurance Greater Chicago Area
Nieka Davis Legal Assistant Barnes & Thornburg LLP Legal Services Indianapolis Indiana Area
Nicola Graham Assistant Fitness Director Ultra Body Fitness Personal Training Health Wellness and Fitness Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Michele Harris President and Marketing Consultant Harris Business Services Marketing and Advertising Greater Chicago Area
Debra Hughes Special Counsel Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP Legal Services Washington D.C. Metro Area
Felicia Keelen Director of Student Transition Services Northeastern Illinois University Higher Education Greater Chicago Area
Jina Komla Owner Katalyst Integrated Solutions Telecommunications Washington D.C. Metro Area
Ashley Love Freelance Fashion Designer Jazzy Girl Forever Apparel & Fashion Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Kelli McMiller Strategic Engagement Leader The Kaleidoscope Group Human Resources Greater Chicago Area
Cheryl Procter-Rogers PR Strategist and Executive Coach A Step Ahead Consulting & Coaching Public Relations and Communications Greater Chicago Area
Hadiya Reynolds Communications Manager-Marketing WorldPay Public Relations and Communications Greater Atlanta Area
Kamaria T. Richmond Host The Stroke Diva Fabulous Show Online Media Bowie Maryland
Brenda A. Roper Judge Center Township Small Claims Court Law Practice Indianapolis Indiana Area
Jacquie Spearman Business Management Consultant APG Consulting LLC Management Consulting Greater Chicago Area
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Cynthia James Executive Director Community Bridges Inc Civic & Social Organization Silver Spring Maryland Area
Dr. Lily L. Jenkins CEO/Founder Lady of Purpose Network Professional Training & Coaching Greater Atlanta Area
Monika Jones Consultant Morgan Borszcz Consulting Defense & Space Washington D.C. Metro Area
Arielle Mabon Customer Experience Consultant West Monroe Partners Management Consulting Greater Chicago Area
Kimber Monford-Hall Senior Quality Engineer ExactTarget Information Technology and Services Indianapolis Indiana Area
Kristin Rodney Proposal Writer Allegis Group Services Staffing and Recruiting Washington D.C. Metro Area
Bizunesh Scott Partner Steptoe & Johnson LLP Law Practice Washington D.C. Metro Area
Michelle P. Steven Special Lecturer St. Francis College Public Relations and Communications Greater New York City Area
Jylla Moore Tearte COO Tearte Family Foundation Professional Training & Coaching Greater Atlanta Area
Ashley Thomas Front End Web Developer A.D.A.M. Information Technology and Services Acworth Georgia Area
Dianna Thompson Sr. Account Representative Central Payment Retail Greater Atlanta Area
Chrislyn Turner Budget Officer Georgia Emergency Management Government Administration Greater Atlanta Area
Candace Wise Management Consultant Outside The Box Consulting LLC Management Consulting Greater Chicago Area
Ayana Glaze Content Strategist & Consultant InterContinental Hotels Group Internet Greater Atlanta Area
Carolyn Johnson Owner and Manager Dream-Makers Pro Marketing LLC Health Wellness and Fitness Washington D.C. Metro Area
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What happens when a people is without institutions to articulate its concerns, preserve its heritage, or make manifest its desires? It is vanquished, made into an oppressed caste, or is assimilated into the majority culture--losing its distinctiveness, diminishing its voice, and dissipating its ranks. Fortunately, African Americans have not met this fate. Established in an age when racial segregation and disenfranchisement plagued African Americans, the rise of each of the black fraternities and sororities that make up the “Divine Nine” bore witness to the fact that despite hardships African Americans refused to assent to a status of inferiority. Serving more than just their immediate members, the “Divine Nine” joined with business, civic and professional organizations to provide service to the entire black community. As the twentieth century progressed, black social organizations rose to reflect the middle class aspirations of many African Americans, and more recently civic groups have emerged to address the community’s social, economic, and political challenges..
BDPA: Organized in 1975. BDPA is an international organization with a diverse membership of professionals and students at all levels in the fields of information technology, computer science and related S.T.E.M fields.http://www.bdpa.org/
Blacks in Government: Members are civil servants at the federal, state, county and municipal levels. Founded in 1975; more than 50 chapters include the Departments of State and Homeland Security, the Coast Guard, and the National Institutes of Health. http://bignet.org/
National Association of Black Accountants: Since 1969, the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. has been the leader in expanding the influence of minority professionals in the fields of accounting and finance, http://www.nabainc.org/
National Black Nurses Association: Organized in 1971; 80 chapters represent more than 150,000 African American nurses in the US, Caribbean and Africa. http://www.nbna.org/
National Black MBA Association: A 8,000-member professional organization made up of African American graduates with MBAs and advanced degrees. Established in 1970, its mission is to increase the number and diversity of African Americans in business. http://www.nbmbaa.org/ National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers: Organized in 1972 to build a community of minority scientists and engineers; 39 professional and university chapters. https://www.nobcche.org/ National Society of Black Engineers: Started in 1975, the group's mission is to increase the number of African American engineers, as well as help them succeed professionally and to give back to their communities. https://www.nsbe.org/
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National Medical Association: The oldest (founded 1895) and largest national professional organization for African American physicians. A leading force for parity in medicine, it provides educational programs and conducts outreach efforts. http://nmanet.org/
National Bar Association: An advocate for social justice since 1925; promotes professional development for African Americans in the legal profession. More than 20,000 member lawyers, judges, educators and law students. http://www.nationalbar.org/ National Association of Black Journalists: A professional organization for African Americans working in print, radio, television, new media and related areas; founded in 1975. http://www.nabj.org/
100 Black Men of America: Founded in 1963; now 110-plus chapters with more than 10,000 members. Its mission includes leadership, mentoring, education, health and economic development. http:// www.100blackmen.org/
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United Negro College Fund: The UNCF provides operating funds and technology services for historically African-American colleges and universities, scholarships and internships for students, faculty and administrative professional training. http://www.uncf.org/ National Urban League: The National Urban League is a civil-rights organization focused on the economic empowerment of underserved urban communities. http://www.nul.org/
National Newspaper Publishers Association: The National Newspaper Publishers Association, also known as the AfricanAmerican Press of America, is a 65-year-old federation of more than 200 African-American community newspapers from across the United States. http://www.nnpa.org/ National Coalition of 100 Black Women: The mission of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women is to develop leaders who will help to rebuild their communities and redirect the energies of younger African-Americans in those communities. http://www.ncbw.org/
National Council of Negro Women: Founded in 1935, the NCNW’s mission is to lead, develop and advocate for women of African descent as they support their families and communities. http://www.ncnw.org/ National Black Chamber of Commerce: The National Black Chamber of Commerce, incorporated in Washington, D.C. in March 1993, represents 95,000 African-American– owned businesses and provides advocacy that reaches one million African-American-owned businesses. http://www.nationalbcc.org/
US Black Chamber of Commerce: USBC is an association of over 100 self sustaining, viable Black Chambers and small business associations nationwide whose collaboration with strategic partners increases our capacity to serve. http://usblackchamber.org
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People: The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination. http://www.naacp.org/
Rainbow PUSH Coalition: The Rainbow PUSH Coalition (RPC) is a multiracial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change. RPC was formed in December 1996 by Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. http://rainbowpush.org
National Action Network: National Action Network is one of the leading civil rights organizations in the Nation with chapters throughout the entire United States. Founded in 1991 by Reverend Al Sharpton,. http://nationalactionnetwork.net The Executive Leadership Council: was founded in 1986 to provide AfricanAmerican executives with a network and leadership forum that adds perspective and direction to the achievement of excellence in business, economic and public policies for the African-American community and their corporations. http://www.elcinfo.com Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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Omega Psi Phi celebrated its centennial during the week of July 27–31, 2011 in Washington D.C., becoming distinguished as only the third African-American collegiate fraternity to reach the century mark. The Centennial Celebration recognized the impact of
Phi Beta Sigma celebrated its centennial during the week of July 16-20, 2014 in Washington, D.C. The year 2014 marked a pivotal year for one of the nation’s historically Black fraternities. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity kicked off its centennial year by announcing several events that commemorated the milestone. Staying true to its commitment to service, Phi Beta Sigma engaged in several initiatives, including the Bigger and Better Business program, education and social action involvement and the Sigma Beta Club youth mentoring program. “As we celebrate one century of continuous service within our communities, we march on toward the next century of exceptional service embracing our motto, ‘Culture for Service and Service for Humanity,’” said Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity International President Jonathan Mason. “This celebration marks our rededication to our principles of ‘Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service.’ http:// amsterdamnews.com/news/2014/jan/23/sigmas-celebrate-their-centennial/
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Thousands of delegates of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., convened for its national convention in Indianapolis, in July of 2011 and made an “historic pilgrimage” to Indiana University in Bloomington, IN, where the organization was founded nearly 100 years ago. The historically black fraternity also hosted a National Founders Day event in Bloomington in January to mark the centennial of the milestone, which took place on Jan. 5, 1911. Kappa Alpha Psi was the second African American fraternity incorporated as a national organization. Elder Watson Diggs and nine other African American students at IU embraced a mutual vision to form a fraternity that today has 730 chapters and 120,000 members worldwide. The 80th Grand Chapter Meeting and Centennial Celebration took place July 5-10, 2011. http://newsinfo.iu.edu
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. began its year-long centennial celebration January 1, 2013. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. kicked off its centennial year by being the first Black Greek Lettered Organization to participate in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, CA on New Years Day with a float entitled “Transforming Communities through Sisterhood and Service.” Then National President Cynthia Butler M.A. ButlerMcIntyre accepted a proclamation presented by Local Officials in Pasadena in honor of the Sorority’s 100 years of public service. On Thursday January 10, 2013, hundreds of members of Delta Sigma Theta gathered in New York City in Times Square for appearances on the Today Show and Good Morning America, followed by a massive Caravan to Washington, DC which included busses bearing the Centennial logo. On March 3, 2013, during the Delta Days at the Nation’s capital event, Delta Sigma Theta organized a re-enactment of the Woman Suffrage Parade of 1913. The women’s suffrage march originally took place March 3, 1913. Delta Sigma Theta was the only Black Women’s organization to participate in the original march. March 8, 2013, Delta Sigma Theta participated in its tenth annual Delta Day at the United Nations to celebrate “A decade of commitment to global advocacy and protecting the rights of women and girls.” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delta_Sigma_ Theta#Centennial_Celebration
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Alpha Kappa Alpha celebrated their first century with a year-long commemoration in 2008. The celebration coincided with the sorority’s biennial Boulé. Internationally, some Alpha Kappa Alpha members began marking the festivities by making a pilgrimage to Howard University from January 12 to January 15, 2008. The activities included sorority members financially donating scholarship funds to Howard University, contributing libraries for Middle School for Mathematics and Science and Asbury Dwelling for Senior Citizens, and unveiling a digital version of the entire Ivy Leaf publication. In addition, sorority undergraduate and graduate members who were not available to attend ceremonies in Washington, D.C., held celebrations in local cities. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_Kappa_Alpha#Centennial_celebration:_2008
the Fraternity in communities over the past 100 years, honored Omega Men for achievement in all walks of life, reiterated Omega Psi Phi’s commitment to providing unparalleled community service and scholarship, and charted the Fraternity’s future activities. The world witnessed thousands of Omega Men assembling in Washington, DC to pay tribute to our Founders and the men who have contributed to their legacy. The Cardinal Principles were on full display, as they presented the several venues, wherein Omega Men were recognized for work in their respective professions and their Uplift to humanity. The fraternity will honored standouts in several professional fields: the military, business and politics, science, education, religion, and sports and entertainment. On Wednesday, the recognitions began with a ceremony honoring Col. Charles Young, one of the first black men to attend West Point and an honorary Omega member who was buried at Arlington National Cemetery. http://www.oppf. org/100/
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In the past few years, 6 members of the Divine Nine has celebrated 100 year anniversaries: Alpha Phi Alpha in 2006, Alpha Kappa Alpha in 2008, Kappa Alpha Psi in 2011, Omega Psi Phi in 2011, Delta Sigma Theta in 2013 and Phi Beta Sigma in 2014.. In this article we will the explore the celebration of purpose and growth through press releases issued by the organizations. Alpha Phi Alpha declared 2006 the beginning of its “Centennial Era” as it readied for its Centenary, framed by the slogan First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All. These preparations consisted of nationwide activities and events, including the commissioning of intellectual and scholarly works, presentation of exhibits, lectures, artwork and musical expositions, the production of film and video presentations and a Centennial Convention July 25–30, 2006, in Washington, D.C. The 2006 Centennial Celebration Kickoff launched with a “pilgrimage” to Cornell University on November 19, 2005. That event brought over 700 fraternity members who gathered for a day-long program. Members journeyed across campus and unveiled a new centennial memorial to Alpha Phi Alpha. The memorial—a wall in the form of a “J” in recognition of the Jewels—features a bench and a plaque and is situated in front of the university’s Barnes Hall The seven Cornell students who formed the fraternity, known as the “Seven Jewels,” launched a brotherhood that would achieve great success in leadership and influence in the African-American community and beyond that spans its 100 years. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_Phi_Alpha#Centennial_celebration
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BOOKS WRITTEN ABOUT the divine nine Books that highlight the leadership, history and culture of the Divine Nine Fraternities and Sororities
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Black Greek-letter Organizations in the Twenty-First Century: Our Fight Has Just Begun Hardcover – June 13, 2008, by Gregory S. Parks (Editor), Marc Morial (Afterword), Julianne Malveaux (Foreword).
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Explores the relevance of BGLOs.
Explores the growing body of scholarship on Black Greek-letter Organizations. African American Fraternities and Sororities: The Legacy and the Vision Paperback – August 23, 2010 by Tamara L. Brown (Editor), Gregory S. Parks (Editor), Clarenda M. Phillips (Editor).
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Black Greek-Letter Organizations 2.0: New Directions in the Study of African American Fraternities and Sororities Hardcover – February 18, 2011, by Matthew W. Hughey (Editor), Gregory S. Parks (Editor), Theda Skocpol (Foreword).
Explores the rich past and bright future of the nine Black Greek Letter organizations.
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Black Greek 101: The Culture, Customs, and Challenges of Black Fraternities and Sororities Paperback – August 1, 2003, by Walter M. Dr. Kimbrough (Author). Explores the customs and culture of historically Black fraternal organizations. Black Haze: Violence, Sacrifice, and Manhood in Black Greek-Letter Fraternities (African American Studies) Paperback – January 19, 2004, by Ricky L. Jones (Author). Explores hazing in Black Greek Letter Fraternities
Soulstepping: AFRICAN AMERICAN STEP SHOWS Hardcover – November 18, 2002, by Elizabeth C. Fine (Author). Explores the history of stepping, its roots in African and African American culture.
The Divine Nine: The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities Paperback – January 1, 2001, by Lawrence C. Ross Jr. (Author).
Brothers and Sisters: Diversity in College Fraternities and Sororities Hardcover – May 1, 2009, by Craig L. Torbenson (Editor), Gregory S. Parks (Editor).
Explores the roles of these organizations in shaping generations of African-American leaders.
Explores diversity within college fraternal groups.
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THE DIVINE NINE AND ‘Sorority Sisters’ The united advocacy against the TV Show ‘Sorority Sisters’
It was quite remarkable watching members of the Divine Nine organize so effectively against Vh1’s now defunct reality series “Sorority Sisters.” “Sorority Sisters”, was a show that followed the lives of “sorors” from four different sororities in Atlanta.
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The response on social media indicated viewers wanted to see the complete series, the channel said. A decision on whether “Sorority Sisters” will continue has yet to be made, VH1 said in a statement Tuesday. VH1 Bringing ‘Sorority Sisters’ Season to a Quick End By Lynn Elber, AP Television Writer,
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January 13, 2015 VH1 is pushing the debut season of “Sorority Sisters” to a quick end after facing criticism for the reality show’s depiction of black sorority members. The channel said that the last three of 10 episodes will air back-to-back Friday. The move is intended to satisfy viewer interest by bringing the cast’s stories full circle, VH1 said. A special episode, “Sorority Sisters The Dialogue,” which featured the women discussing why they joined the show and the controversy it provoked, aired last week.
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On behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, Zeta Phi Beta Incorporated and Sigma Gamma Rho Incorporated, we condemn this television show for its exploitation and degradation of our organizations and African American women everywhere. It is our collective desire that VH1 carefully consider the ramifications of such irresponsible programming that continues to exploit and degrade the image of African American women. Our members along with many other members of black fraternal groups have lost confidence in the credibility VH1 and those advertisers that support the show, all of whom have already been notified of our discontent. Our sincere hope is that VH1 is interested enough in regaining tis confidence of African American women and do what is decent, just and economically sound for their network by immediately and indefinitely pulling this disgraceful show from their lineup of programming. As with any issue for which we are passionate, we encourage all of our members, their families and friends to continue to let their voice be heard via social media, email, and postal mail to both VH1 and the advertisers of Sorority Sisters to ensure that our collective record of service and sisterhood is not marginalized on national television. Our organizations, along with our respective legal counsels, are taking all appropriate steps to ensure that we protect the legacy of our organizations, while exhibiting true sisterhood by remaining steadfast to our values, mission and endeavors. Signed by Dorothy B. Wilson of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority; Paulette C. Walker of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Mary B. Wright of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and Bonita M. Herring of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
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As such, we are saddened by the producers to elevate harmful, negative, and stereotypical imagery of African American women in their quest for ratings. Moreover, these cast members willfully misrepresent the ideals of our illustrious organizations, betray the privilege of membership bestowed upon them, undermine our collective promise to uplift communities and each other, and detract from the transformative programs carried out by our members worldwide. This cast, these plot lines and the entire show premise represent the antithesis of who we are as African American women, sorority sisters and friends.
December 26, 2014 Two members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. that appear on the controversial VH1 reality show Sorority Sisters have been suspended. According to the sorority’s website, April McRae and Rwanda “Joy” Hammond were suspended on December 26, 2014.
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For more than a century, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, have been at the vanguard of positive social change and served as repositories for women with shard ideals.
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As leaders of four African American Sororities, we are united in our belief that Sorority Sisters, which aired Monday, December 15, 2014 on VH1, poses a shameful affront to our proud legacies of service, scholarship and sisterhood.
The current list of sponsors that have pulled their ads to date include: T-Mobile, Hallmark, Carmex, Coca-Cola, Honda, Crayola, Dominos, Country Crock, JC Penny, JBL Audio, Metro PCS, and State Farm. Sponsors Pull Ads From VH1’s “Sorority Sisters,” Is The Show Doomed?: By NewsOne Now,
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When VH1 announced that they would broadcast “Sorority Sisters”there was a ground swell of public opinion in the Divine Nine community that this was not good. When it premiered, on December 19, 2014 that opinion reached a fever pitch. The National Pan-Hellenic Council immediately began to advocate in an effort to cancel the show. --------------------------------The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is a collaborative organization of nine historically African American, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities. Often referred to as ‘The Divine Nine,’ the NPHC consists of Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, and Zeta Phi Beta, Alpha Phi Alpha, Phi Beta Sigma, Sigma Gamma Rho, and Iota Phi Theta. --------------------------------Here’s a chronology of events concerning the VH1 TV Show, Sorority Sisters... December 15, 2014 NPHC issued an official statement denouncing VH1’s latest reality show, Sorority Sisters.
With immediate and decisive action, some sponsors have pulled their ads from VH1’s “Sorority Sisters.” The questions is, will VH1 pull the program or continue to air the show that has everyone upset over how Black women are depicted on the show? Despite the four presidents of the Divine Nine Sororities of Delta Sigma Theta, Sigma Gamma Rho, Zeta Phi Beta and Alpha Kappa Alpha issuing a letter for VH1 to cancel the show and the growing list of advertisers opting out, VH1 says the show, which amassed 1.3 million views, will go on.
January 13, 2015 Five members of Delta Sigma Theta were expelled permanently from the sorority for their participation on the reviled VH1 reality show set in Atlanta “Sorority Sisters.” Lydia Mitchell, Priyanka Banks, MeToya Monroe, Adrene Ashford and Shanna McCormick. Their expulsion date of January 13 coincided with the day VH1 changed its schedule and dumped the show’s final three episodes unceremoniously. Five ‘Sorority Sisters’ cast members expelled from Delta Sigma Theta as VH1 wipes its website clean of the show. By Rodney Ho, Atlanta Journal Constitution, Posted January 21, 2015.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Mentoring Brothers in Action is a movement led by Big Brothers Big Sisters and the nation’s three largest African American fraternities Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi and Omega Psi Phi to engage more African American men in fraternal, social, faith-based and professional organizations to get involved in one-to-one mentoring to change the odds for African American boys. Mentoring Brothers in Action hopes to create new and broader pathways to provide mentors for African American boys who disproportionately represent children waiting to be matched with Big Brothers. Mentors are carefully screened and matched with youth who face adversity in long-term, professionally supported mentoring relationships. With the support of the Fraternity Collaborative, Mentoring Brothers.org provides direct ways for African American men to become a part of the solution either as Big Brothers or as participants in group mentoring programs and career and motivation events sponsored by our national and local community partners. The site also provides access to support systems for African American families (largely headed by single mothers and grandmothers) to help youth succeed in school; avoid risky/delinquent behaviors; have higher self-esteem and aspirations. The Fraternity Collaborative has partnered with a number of Big Brothers Big Sisters local agencies to host “friend raisers,” barbershop recruiting drives, Bowl for Kids Sake fundraisers, and other efforts that have been successful throughout the mentoring network to engage more African American men in long-term, professionally supported outcomes-focused mentoring.
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for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit; $10,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana; $30,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star and $5,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint (Michigan). In the past two years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint (Michigan)’s annual Pan Hellenic Big Brothers Big Sisters Wine & Cheese Reception raised nearly $30,400 to support the agency’s “Power of 40” recruitment event. The fraternity partners provided Support to Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates during nationally syndicated urban radio host Michael Baisden’s One Million Mentors Campaign and Save Our Kids tour, which raised $95,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies and resulted in more than 500 volunteer inquiries. The inquiries resulted in 128 new volunteers who are currently in long-term mentoring matches (60 of them, men). Through Operation Lamp Light, Omega Psi Phi is working with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit to adopt a Detroit high school and build a relationship with a core group of 13- to 14-year-old boys. Some Omegas are spending one-to-one time with boys while the larger fraternity supports bimonthly workshops or field trips to museums and sporting events. • Through Rico’s Roundtable and Theta Omega Chapter’s Men of QUALITY Program in Louisville & Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana have partnered to mentor boys as a part of their project to close the achievement gap between minority & majority students. The fraternity partners held barbershop volunteer mentor recruiting drives, bringing African American male mentors to Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Flint (Michigan); Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana; Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland; and other Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates. In an unprecedented move, Kappa Alpha Psi appointed 12 regional mentoring directors to oversee recruitment and retention of prospective Big Brothers. The fraternity is working to provide opportunities for Kappa “Littles” to benefit from its Kappa League program, which has launched the Diamonds in the Rough campaign, promoting greater access to college scholarships and standardized testing preparation.
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Mentoring a community in need Here’s a sampling of the national, regional and local Mentoring Programs of the Divine Nine Organizations...
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity The Kappa Leadership & Development League is a program designed to aid young men of high school age to grow and develop their leadership talents in every phase of human endeavor. Kappa League provides both challenging and rewarding experiences to enhance their lives. Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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The Zeta Organizational Leadership (ZOL) Program is a futurefocused, nationally structured, intense leadership training certification program and a blue print for leadership development and enhancement. ZOL Leadership Certification is one of the ZOL program components. It is a method to prepare candidates for national elected office, and appointed regional and state directors (and those interested in serving in this capacity) to assume effective leadership roles through the practice of specific behaviors that enhance leadership performance. Completion of this certification curriculum means the member is expected to perform at a high level of leadership competency and exemplify leadership behaviors. The ZOL Program is offered biannually. For more information: http://www.zphib1920.org/zol-2013-success
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Iota Phi Theta The IOTA Youth Alliance is a national umbrella program through which individual chapters of Iota Phi Theta address the needs of Black Youth in their communities. Under the auspices of the Alliance, chapters either work with existing organizations or create new ones based on the requirements and available resources in their locality. The Iota Bound Men program is a youth alliance program that gives young men ages 8-18 after school alternatives and assistance. These men participate in exhibition step team competitions as reward for their scholastic achievements. And to ensure that they maintain academic excellence the program also provides tutoring and mentorship resources. For more information: http://
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crippled futures. Delta Academy has taken many forms. In some chapters, the Academies are after-school or Saturday programs; others are weekly or biweekly throughout the school year; and still other programs occur monthly. At a minimum, chapters plan and implement varied activities based upon the needs of the early adolescents in their areas. The activities implemented most often include computer training, self-esteem and etiquette workshops, field trips for science experiences and for college exposure, and special outings to cultural events, fancy dinners, museums, plays, and concerts. For more information: http://www.deltasigmatheta.org/programs_delta_academy.html
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Sponsored in conjunction with and in commemoration of Sigma Week, the Sigma Youth Symposium focuses on some of the prevalent concerns that negatively impact our youth: drugs, teen violence, abuse, low self-esteem, suicide, teen pregnancy, etc. Held on the second Saturday of March by each Alumnae Chapter, simultaneous Sigma Youth Symposiums address issues that affect teens today. For more information: http://www.sgrho1922.org/sigma-
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Catching the Dreams of Tomorrow, Preparing Young Women For the 21st Century: The Delta Academy was created out of an urgent sense that bold action was needed to save our young females (ages 11-14) from the perils of academic failure, low self-esteem, and
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity The Sigma Beta Clubs’ principles of focus emphasize Culture, Athletics, Social and Educational needs. Sigma Beta Club programs are geared to meet the needs of its members, but at the same time provide them with a well-rounded outlook that is needed to cope with today’s society. Phi Beta Sigma is confident that investing in our youth today will produce effective leaders of tomorrow. Sigma Beta Club chapters all across the country have mentored thousands of young men since 1950. Participants learn the importance of serving others and establish lifelong friendships as well as meaningful relationships. The motto is “Next generation of leaders accepting the responsibility and loving the challenge.” For more information: http://sigmabetaclub.org
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation began collaboratively implementing Project Alpha in 1980. This collaborative project is designed to provide education, motivation and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases for young males ages 12-15 years. Designed to provide young men with current and accurate information about teen pregnancy prevention, Project Alpha consists of a series of workshops and informational sessions conducted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity brothers. The three goals of Project Alpha programs are: Sharing Knowledge by combating ignorance and fear with factual information, changing Attitudes by providing motivation toward positive changes in sexual behavior and providing Skills by creating a sense of empowerment and self-esteem. For more information: http://www.alpha-phi-alpha.com/Page.php?id=165
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Omega4Life is a yearlong, national leadership development program sponsored by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc and the General Electric Company. This model focuses on African-American collegiate Omega Men majoring in: Mathematics, Science, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, and Business (Finance, Management, Marketing). Omega4Life is designed to develop a pool of outstanding African-American male collegiate leaders for the company and the country. Omega4Life participants are chosen from applicants who have a 3.2 and higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale), who are active members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and who have Sophomore, Junior or Senior class standing. For more information: http://omega4life.org/
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority The Ivy Reading AKAdemy provides programs that encourage the entire community to become involved. The concept serves as an educational and human resource center for programs provided by Alpha Kappa Alpha. Working with No Child Left Behind in mind, “The Ivy Reading AKAdemy,” a reading initiative, focuses on early learning and mastery of basic reading skills by the end of third grade. The Ivy Reading AKAdemy has a $1.5 million proposal pending with the United States Department of Education to fund a three-year nationwide after-school demonstration project in low-performing, economically deprived inner city schools in 16 sites within the continental United States. For more information: http://aka1908.com
The Kappa League is a series of activities designed to help young high school male students develop their leadership talents. The activities provide both challenging and rewarding experiences to enhance their lives. The goal of the League is to help the students achieve worthy goals for themselves and to make meaningful contributions to their communities. The League includes a series of workshops to achieve its goals. For more information: http://natlkappaleague.org
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A Father’s Day celebration of Real Men with a fun-filled day featuring over 100 dishes to taste, Prizes, Games, Chef Demonstrations, Health Pavilion, Kids Zone, Live Music and Fraternity Row!
Fathers’ Day JUNE 21, 2015 Chicago Atlanta Indianapolis seeking 100 men to volunteer to cook
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the divine nine partners with st. jude hospital
Through the ‘Sunday of Hope’ campaign, chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity partner with churches in their communities to ask for their support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. During one select worship service, Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
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About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other deadly diseases. St. Jude has the world’s best survival rates for the most aggressive childhood cancers, and treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to 80 percent since it opened more than 50 years ago. For more information: http://www.stjude.org
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We don’t hear enough about the philanthropic giving of the Divine Nine within the black community. We know the organizations collect dues and provide local programs but they also provide financial support to causes that affect our community. These causes include education, breast cancer awareness, nutrition, HIV & AIDS prevention and yes, childhood cancer, to name a few. One such childhood cancer cause is St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All of the members of the Divine Nine organizations have committed to supporting St. Jude year-round. To date, the organizations have collectively donated millions of dollars to St. Jude. They have done so through various individual programs including: ‘Sunday of Hope’, a faith-based program where churches are recruited to support St. Jude; ‘Give Thanks. Walk’, an annual walkathon in over 70 markets across the country; ‘Girls Night In’, a peer-to-peer fundraising event where members host individual social gatherings; and ‘Game Day Give Back’, a peer-to-peer fundraising event where members host Super Bowl parties. Posted on October 30, 2014 by friendsofebonie, http://friendsofebonie.com/2014/10/30/
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Final Photo: Richard Lee Snow (ALSAC, at mic); Mark S. Tillman (General President – Alpha Phi Alpha); Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson (National President – Alpha Kappa Alpha); Thomas L. Battles, Jr. (National Vice President – Kappa Alpha Psi); Antonio F. Knox, Sr. (National President – Omega Psi Phi); Ebonie Johnson Cooper (Representative – Delta Sigma Theta); Daryl Anderson (Executive Director – Phi Beta Sigma); Stacye Montez (Executive Director – Zeta Phi Beta); Bonita M. Herring (National President – Sigma Gamma Rho); Robert M. Clark, Jr. (National President – Iota Phi Theta); and Richard C. Shadyac, Jr. (President & CEO, ALSAC)
members address their congregations and ask for a special offering for St. Jude. All funds raised are donated to St. Jude. The campaign runs from January through March. Chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. walked in the St. Jude ‘Give Thanks Walk as National Gold and Silver Level teams, respectively. On Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 thousands of participants in 75 cities gathered for the St. Jude Give thanks, Walk., a noncompetitive 5K that to date has raised more than $11 million to help St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® continue to lead the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other deadly diseases. For more information: http://www.stjude.org Omega Psi Phi Fraternity is proud to be a national volunteer partner for the 2015 St. Jude ‘Game Day. Give Back.’ The Omega Psi Phi motto is “Friendship is essential to the soul.” What better way to exhibit true friendship than to use one of the best days for friends to gather — game day — as a way to extend that friendship and support to the patients of St. Jude. For more information: http://www.stjude.org Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. have turned a girls night into a child’s future. St. Jude ‘Girls Night In’ encourages sorors to host events where they can have fun and socialize, all while supporting St. Jude. Since 1992, Sigma Gamma Rho has partnered with St. Jude to support their lifesaving mission of finding cures and saving children. Sigma Gamma Rho knows that greater service means greater progress for St. Jude kids. Together, we won’t stop until childhood cancer, sickle cell and other deadly diseases are eliminated.
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The Divine Nine is answering a Call to Service for St. Jude to support the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital battling pediatric cancers, sickle cell and other deadly diseases. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity are coming together to make a difference for kids across the country and around the world. Chapter’s from each organization are organizing teams to support the cause. Together, they show the impact the Divine Nine is making behind a common cause. The Call to Service for St. Jude culminates with the Radio Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothon on April 5, when both the Divine Nine and Radio One, Inc. celebrate funds raised collectively to support St. Jude. Radio One, Inc. is a diversified media company that primarily targets African-American and urban consumers. Since 2008, the national radiothon has raised millions of dollars in cash and pledges through the support of Radio One stations and the Yolanda Adams Morning Show. For additional information, please send an email to nphc@stjude.org. To thank the organizations, St. Jude invited members of the organization’s leadership to be recognized during the Congressional Black Caucus Weekend. The evening was amazing! St. Jude brought their Memphis hospitality to Washington, D.C.
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the civil unrest of 2014: “BLACK LIVES MATTER” The nine historically Black Greek organizations — known collectively as “The Divine Nine” — were born out of the nation’s racial conflict. All were founded on college campuses in the 1900s when black students faced racial prejudice and exclusion that barred them from already existing fraternities and sororities. All organizations were front and center during the protests of civil unrest this year. Members of the Divine Nine answered the call in 2014 by providing support to the families, by being actively involved in protesting the decisions, by advancing legislation to curb the causes (racial profiling) and by providing legal support to the families.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Expresses Disappointment Over Lack Of Indictment In Eric Garner and Michael Brown Cases: release by Alpha Kappa Alpha December 4, 2014 and November 24, 2014.
UAlbany students protest Ferguson...The protest was organized by Iota Phi Theta fraternity and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority: by Albany times Union, December 3, 2014
Since the death of Michael Brown, we have seen the deaths of too many other people of color at the hands of police officers. On November 12, the Spirit House Project held a day of remembrance, at which time they read the names of 1000 black and brown victims of police or other state-sanctioned killings since 2007. As the Spirit House Project continues their research into deaths of people of color at the hands of police officers, there is no doubt more instances will be uncovered.
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What we are dealing with goes beyond Ferguson!
Upsilon Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity steps forward to host the repast at the Omega Center for the family after the funeral of Michael Brown: Release by Omega Psi
These systemic issues will only be tackled by organized collaborative efforts of nonviolent protest as well as policy implementation. Our police forces should be spending less time militarizing and more time with cultural competency training. Bills such as the Universal Respect Act, are aimed at limiting racial profiling. Additionally, we have heard the call from Michael Brown’s family requesting mandatory use of body cameras by all police departments across the nation.
Sigma Gamma Rho announces National Community Forums & Initiatives to address the issues impacting our youth and families, release by Sigma Gamma Rho, December 19, 2104. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Calls For Protest Through Social Action: release by Zeta Phi Beta, December 8, 2014.
Who is Brown family lawyer Benjamin Crump?: by Natalie DiBlasio, USA TODAY, August 20, 2014. Crump is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.
Al Sharpton, families of Michael Brown and 2 other black men killed by police, pray for justice: release by Associated Press. November 26, 2014. Sharpton is a member of Phi Beta Sigma and the Founder of the National Action Network.
Jesse Jackson marches with protesters in Ferguson: by CBS News, August 15, 2014. Jackson is a member of Omega Psi Phi and Founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Listings from this section were researched from social media sources. The publisher is not responsible for errors or omissions.
We will continue to raise our voices and urge our members and others to do so, against the rising militarization of law enforcement. We find it repulsive when illegal acts of looting, arson and attacks on others are done in the name of ‘justice for Michael Brown’. It is equally offensive when some hijack peaceful protest for their own criminal agenda. In both instances, those people should be held accountable. Many members of the Divine Nine have participated in nonviolent protests in Ferguson and in other communities around the United States. We support the exercise of their Constitutional right to free speech. We do not condone acts of violence – by protestors or police – in the furtherance of the change that has to take place. As one organization representing nine fraternities and sororities, our hearts and prayers go out to all those suffering because of Michael Brown’s death. Each of us is invested in our communities as we have been throughout the years. As advocates of and for our communities, we will continue to fight to provide equal justice for black and brown people in America. We will work to change the narrative that perpetuates the stereotype that black and brown people are dangerous and threatening. We are continuing to work together to ensure that equal justice truly prevails. Release by National Pan-Hellenic Council, November 30, 2014, http://www.nphchq.org/beyond-ferguson-joint-statement/
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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. held a Prayer Vigil, organized a Youth Summit and hosted a Luncheon at a renowned boys’ and girls’ center, and adopted a local business, burned during the unrest in Ferguson. Release by Phi Beta Sigma, December 17, 2014.
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Missouri Highway Patrol Captain Ron Johnson, the highway patrol captain placed in charge of security in Ferguson Missouri is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi: news by Talking
Beyond the Ferguson Grand Jury Decision: By now we learned that the Grand Jury chose to not indict Officer Darren Wilson for the shooting death of Michael Brown. As members of the Divine Nine, organizations founded by African-American men and women, we unfortunately know that deaths like the death of Michael Brown — and the legal proceedings that follow — are too common.
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Extends Condolences and Support To the Family of Michael Brown, Jr.: Release by Delta Sigma Theta, December 1, 2014
Both incidents over the summer sparked protests around the nation. Garner’s sparked a movement referencing his dying words: “I can’t breathe!” ======================================= A Joint Statement from the Presidents of the National Pan-Hellenic Council
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity To Pay Full Cost Of Michael Brown’s Memorial And Funeral Services: By Kirsten West Savali, NewsOne, August 16, 2014.
The shooting of Michael Brown occurred on August 9, 2014, in Ferguson, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. Brown, an 18-year-old black man, was fatally shot by Darren Wilson, 28, a white Ferguson police officer.
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Here’s a sampling of the news accounts: Black student groups organize teach-in, protest against decision not to indict Darren Wilson: by Emma Jerzyk, Brown University News, December 2, 2014.
H.R.3560: Universal Respect Act: To mandate the basic educational, regulatory, and management actions necessary for the prevention of racial profiling practices by law enforcement. The Bill is sponsored by Steven Horsford, who is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha. ======================================= On July 17, 2014, Eric Garner was choked to death by a New York City policeman, Daniel Pantaleo. On December 3, 2014, a grand jury chose not to indict the officer who killed him.
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Assistant Director of Student Life, Office of Student Life Preferred qualifications: M a s t e r ’s d e g r e e i n h i g h e r e d u c a t i o n / college student personnel or related field; two years of full-time experience working with Greek organizations; experience with advising National Pan-Hellenic Council and member chapters; experience in facilitating t h e P a n H e l l e n i c Fo r m a l R e c r u i t m e n t Process; experience developing leadership curriculum and related programs; supervisory experience; working knowledge of NPC, NIC, NPHC and NALFO organizations; membership with an inter/national fraternity or sorority.
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