2019 Detroit Alphas Centennial Gala Souvenir Journal by Detroit Alphas

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GENERAL CONVENTION, 1953

“Celebrating 100 Years of Service to the Detroit Community”

Greetings FRATERNITY LEADERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FEDERAL, STATE & LOCAL LEADERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, 1930

Centennial Gala Program

ALPHA WIVES AUXILIARY, 1968

CENTENNIAL SPONSORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 EVENT PROGRAM & DINNER MENU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL HONOREES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CENTENNIAL GALA COMMITTEE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Our History: The First 100 Years GENERAL CONVENTION, 1953

CHARTER MEMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER HISTORICAL TIMELINE . . . . . . . 24 COMMUNITY SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

BRO. MARK S. TILLMAN, 2013

Sponsors and Patrons 2018-2019 ROSTER OF ACTIVE MEMBERS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 2018-2019 EXECUTIVE BOARD & COMMITTEES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 GAMMA LAMBDA COUNCIL OF PRESIDENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 CENTENNIAL SPONSORS AND PATRONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER, 1953

MARCH OF DIMES, 2015

EVERETT B. WARD, PH.D. GENERAL PRESIDENT

ADRIAN L. SCOTT, MBA ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dear Brothers and Guests of the Gamma Lambda Chapter, It is my honor to recognize and congratulate the Gamma Lambda Chapter on its Centennial as well as its BlackTie Celebration. Your commitment and efforts, both as a chapter, and men of Alpha, does not go unnoticed or undervalued. We are at a critical time in our history and find ourselves within a hostile environment, particularly for people of color and immigrants. A few months ago, the nation witnessed the senseless mass killings in Dayton, Ohio and El Paso, Texas. Within the short span of 14 hours, more than 29 people were dead or injured. White supremacy and its associated violence are finding a home once again in America, and while we bear witness to a Presidential Administration’s racist dog whistles, insensitivity, and apathy. The fight against white supremacy and intolerance will remain at the forefront of the issues that Alpha men labor with intense force, to one day see these hateful acts subdued completely. In the words of Jewel Henry Arthur Callis: “The chief significance of Alpha Phi Alpha lies in its purpose to stimulate, develop, and cement and intelligent, trained leadership in the unending fight for freedom, equality and fraternity. Our task is endless.” True to our mission, it has always been the duty of Alpha men to lead the charge against injustice as we defend and preserve our humanity. The Gamma Lambda Chapter’s efforts in the Detroit area are a proper model toward this goal.

Onward and Upward Always,

Everett B. Ward, Ph.D. General President

On this Centennial Celebration, I have no doubt that you will continue to hold Alpha to its highest ideals and standards as you have done since your chartering, as well as remain steadfast in serving as an excellent example for the entire Fraternity. Happy Centennial Anniversary and have an outstanding Black-Tie Celebration. ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY | GENERAL OFFICE | 2313 SAINT PAUL STREET, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21218-5211 W: APA1906.NET | P: 410.554.0040 | F: 410.554.0054 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Midwestern Region

Ronald D. Stovall, Jr., PMP Regional Vice President

Everett B. Ward, Ph.D. General President

Jonathan Monroe Regional Asst. Vice President

Adrian L. Scott, MBA Associate Executive Director

PO Box 91777 | Cleveland, OH 44101 www.alpha-midwest.org

Brothers and Guests:

I bring you warm greetings as the Midwestern Regional Vice President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. I would like to congratulate the Brothers of Gamma Lambda on a century of developing leaders, promoting brotherhood, and supporting academic excellence while providing service and advocacy to the community! Gamma Lambda has been a pinnacle of excellence throughout the world with leaders who have and will continue to shape the fabric of this country. It is extremely humbling to have my name listed in the records of those who have been a part of this chapter. Being molded by brothers of Gamma Lambda has allowed me to soar to heights I wouldn’t have dreamed of and I personally recognize and thank everyone that helped me on this path. Gamma Lambda shapes future leaders every day. Its dedication and commitment to the community is unparalleled and their resolve to the pursuit of justice and equality is unwavering. Given the various educators, executives, activists, presidents, and leaders who are a part of this chapter, I challenge anyone to say they have not been impacted by the giants who make up the ranks. I invite all of you to learn more about the history of Gamma Lambda and how it continues to stand as one of the examples of how a chapter should continuously hold the light high. Congratulations once again and may Gamma Lambda have many more years of success. Enjoy this moment, for you have earned it.

Onward and Upward,

Ronald D. Stovall, Jr., PMP Midwestern Regional Vice President

Founders Henry A. Callis ■ Charles H. Chapman ■ Eugene K. Jones ■ George B. Kelley ■ Nathaniel A. Murray ■ Robert H. Ogle ■ Vertner W. Tandy

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. District of Michigan

Michael Wade District Director

Daniel Orhorhoro Assistant District Director

Alex Johnson Executive Director

D’Angelo Gillespie Assistant Executive Director www.midistralphas.org

Greetings: On behalf of the Michigan District, I would like to congratulate the Brothers of Gamma Lambda on arriving at the historic milestone of 100 years of advocacy, philanthropy and brotherhood in the city of Detroit. During the month of March of the year 1919, Gamma Lambda was chartered as a chapter of the greatest fraternity in the world – Alpha Phi Alpha. Throughout these past 100 years, the Brothers of Gamma Lambda have displayed outstanding commitment in service and leadership. The Gamma Lambda chapter continues to be one of the largest chapters in Alpha, and the chapter consists of many prominent men who make a difference in our communities. Many of the Brothers of Gamma Lambda from past to present are beacons of excellence and of servant leadership. Congratulations again to my Brothers of Gamma Lambda chapter for turning 100! The District of Michigan recognizes the hard work and dedication our Brothers have illustrated; your example is a guide to greatness for our chapter. I am proud of the positive impact you have made and that you will continue to make in the city of Detroit.

Respectfully yours,

Bro. Michael Wade Michigan District Director

Founders Henry A. Callis ■ Charles H. Chapman ■ Eugene K. Jones ■ George B. Kelley ■ Nathaniel A. Murray ■ Robert H. Ogle ■ Vertner W. Tandy

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ALBURN H. ELVIN, JR., ESQ.

KYLES O. HAMILTON, SR., JD CHAPTER VICE-PRESIDENT

49TH CHAPTER PRESIDENT

GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER

Greetings Brothers and Guests: It is with tremendous pride and exuberance that I welcome you to tonight’s Gamma Lambda Chapter centennial gala! As the 49th president of Gamma Lambda Chapter, I have the honor and privilege of following the path of leadership laid by Bro. James L. Henderson in 1919 and the hundreds of brothers who have served in the trenches for freedom, equality and the betterment of all mankind in the city of Detroit. Tonight we pay homage to the 13 visionaries who established the third-oldest alumni chapter in Alpha Phi Alpha; we honor a legacy of leadership and service in five chapter brothers who have made indelible marks on the city of Detroit and state of Michigan, the global business community, in the legal profession and in our dear fraternity; and we culminate a yearlong celebration of Gamma Lambda’s centenary. We also salute those brothers who served in the chapter’s highest office, leading Gamma Lambda to greatness over the past 100 years. On March 22,1919, 13 gregarious gentlemen – affectionately known as our chapter founders – had the tremendous foresight, fortitude and fervent desire to establish Gamma Lambda Chapter, seated in the heart of Detroit. Since then, Gamma Lambda has been right here – entrenched in local and state politics, serving on the front lines in educating our future leaders, galvanizing the local business community and zealously providing service and advocacy on behalf of our community. To our guests, we are so honored that you would choose to share in this auspicious occasion with us! And to Gamma Lambda, today I congratulate you on 100 years of brilliant brotherhood, a long-lasting legacy of leadership and spectacular service to the city of Detroit. Here’s to the next century of developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, and serving as a beacon of light in the Motor City!

Fraternally,

Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq 49th Gamma Lambda Chapter President

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GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR

State of Michigan OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

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GARLIN GILCHRIST II LT. G O V E R N O R

Dear Friends, It is my honor as governor of Michigan to recognize Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Gamma Lambda Chapter for 100 years of service to the City of Detroit. Your dedication to the Metro Detroit area over the last 100 years has left a longlasting positive impact on our state. Through your donations to students in Metro Detroit you have made an important investment in the future of Michigan’s students. The countless charitable causes you work with is inspiring, both to the people of Detroit and our state as a whole. Michigan is lucky to have organizations like yours who are committed to making their communities and the state stronger. Again, congratulations on 100 years of dedication to Detroit. I wish you the best in your future endeavors and continued success in serving your community.

Sincerely, Gretchen Whitmer Governor of

GEORGE W. ROMNEY BUILDING • 111 SOUTH CAPITOL AVENUE • LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909 www.michigan .gov

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United States Senate Dear Friends, It is great pleasure that I congratulate the members of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, as you celebrate your 100th Anniversary. Gamma Lambda Chapter has a long history of being a pillar in the Detroit metropolitan area, through the Gamma Lambda Education Foundation. The chapter has awarded thousands of dollars in academic scholarships to Detroit students. The chapter has also founded the Gamma Lambda Community Development Corporation, which is a nonprofit that educates and enhances the lives of urban, at-risk young men through social and educational programming. Today, your chapter has grown to over hundreds of men who continue to carry on the vision of your charter members, along with those who founded the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African Americans in 1906 on the campus of Cornell University. The actions and dedicated volunteer work of Gamma Lambda continue to exemplify the fraternity’s goal of “Manly deeds, scholarship and love for all Mankind.” Once again, I am pleased to join in the celebration of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, on your Centennial Celebration. I applaud your long list of achievements and wish you continued success as you work to support strong communities throughout Detroit and the State of Michigan.

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Sincerely,

Gary C. Peters United States Senator

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A D AM HO LLIER

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senahollier @ senate . michigan . gov

The Senate State of Michigan

Greetings Brothers of Gamma Lambda: I am writing to express my sincerest congratulations to you, the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., on the occasion of your centennial anniversary. As the third chartered alumni chapter of the first African-American, intercollegiate Greeklettered fraternity, Gamma Lambda has a storied past and represents the best and brightest in service, scholarship, and society. Chartered on March 22, 1919, this chapter has truly embodied the motto of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.: First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All. Gamma Lambda and its affiliate foundation have made substantial philanthropic goals in the Metro Detroit region and throughout Michigan to advance access to higher education, to fight hunger and homelessness, and to mentor future generations. I also extend congratulations to the galaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five honorees: Bro. Dennis W. Archer, Bro. Ted Colbert, the late Bro. Damon J. Keith, Bro. William F. Pickard, and General President Mark S. Tillman, whose distinguished careers are testaments to the values that Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. champions. They are icons and make us proud. On a personal note, as a Cornell alumnus and member of Gamma Lambda, I feel especially grateful to bring greetings and share in this momentous event. I wish Gamma Lambda another 100 years of holding the light of Alpha in the tradition of brothers like Lieutenant General Ronald Bailey and my grandfather Warren Hollier. I offer my deepest well wishes to you, and I am confident that Gamma Lambdaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outstanding legacy of service will continue to produce positive and far-reaching impact.

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Sincerely,

Adam Hollier Michigan State Senator

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Lambda Chapter CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION LET IT BE KNOWN, that Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Gamma Lambda Chapter is celebrating its historic centennial charter day and its 100 years of service to the Detroit community. The auspicious Detroit Alphas are especially deserving of Congressional recognition for their years of activism and dedicated service in our region, our state, and our nation. IN SPECIAL TRIBUTE, I, CONGRESSWOMAN BRENDA L. LAWRENCE, do hereby commend the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Gamma Lambda Chapter, and congratulate their efforts to uplift the underserved in the United States. I proclaim their many years of faithful service to the community as a blessing and wish them the best as they continue to lead the region with excellence and strength. Attested to on this fourteenth day of September 2019, in Detroit, Michigan.

Brenda L. Lawrence Member of Congress 14th District of Michigan

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Mayor’s Office

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Avenue, Suite 1126 Detroit, Michigan 48226

Phone 313-224-3400 Fax 313-224-4128 www.detroitmi.gov

Greetings! It gives me great pleasure to welcome all in attendance at the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Lambda Chapter – 100th year Centennial Celebration. The Detroit Alphas were awarded 2015’s Alpha Phi Alpha Alumni Chapter of the Year, they were recognized for their commitment to service and excellence in every endeavor they engage. As a group that practices a strong brand of brotherhood and unity, the City of Detroit is proud to support you. As the Mayor of the City of Detroit, I proudly recognize all of your hard work, commitment, and dedication. I wish you continued success as you lead the way for all people of color around the world. On behalf of the City of Detroit, best wishes for all your future endeavors.

Sincerely.

Mike Duggan Mayor of Detroit

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City of Detroit CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL PRESIDENT BRENDA JONES Greetings! It gives me great pleasure to recognize the awesome men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. - Gamma Lambda Chapter - on the glorious occasion of your Centennial Gala, celebrating “100 Years of Service to the Detroit Community.” This will be an auspicious gathering of 700 professional women and men to celebrate Gamma Lambda Chapter’s impact and ongoing commitment to the City of Detroit. Also, I join you in honoring several of your chapter’s great men: Former Mayor Dennis W. Archer; Ted Colbert; the Late Honorable Judge Damon J. Keith; William F. Pickard; and Mark S. Tillman. I commend Alpha Phi Alpha’s unwavering dedication and commitment to service in Detroit since the Gamma Lambda Chapter was chartered on March 22, 1919. Your awarding of scholarships in excess of $455,000 through the Gamma Lambda Education Foundation; raising more than $75,000 for the March of Dimes; and providing numerous in-kind donations demonstrate the vital role your organization plays in supporting education and health initiatives. Most importantly, the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Gamma Lambda Chapter not only give financially, you also give through your time and talent via community service activities. These distinguished accomplishments and dedicated service are impressive. Thank you for the great things that are being achieved by your organization. Congratulations on this momentous event of celebrating your centennial anniversary and I wish the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., - Gamma Lambda Chapter - much success in all of your endeavors. I hope everyone in attendance has a wonderful time. May God continue to bless you in abundance!

Best Regards,

Brenda Jones Council President City of Detroit

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center ■ 2 Woodward Avenue ■ Suite 1340 ■ Detroit, Michigan 48226 (313) 224-1245 Fax (313) 224-4095 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN | OCTOBER 19, 2019

City of Detroit CITY COUNCIL SCOTT BENSON Councilman District 3

JAMES TATE Councilman District 1

Greetings Brothers and Guests: It’s our distinct pleasure to welcome you to the great City of Detroit for the centennial celebration of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated’s renowned Gamma Lambda Chapter. It is an honor and privilege to congratulate the brothers of Gamma Lambda on this momentous achievement of 100 years of manly deeds, scholarship and love for all mankind. This achievement shows how Gamma Lambda is the living embodiment of our fraternity’s motto first of all, servants of all, we shall transcend all. We are humbled and proudly stand on the shoulders of the thousands of brothers who have given service to, and been members of, the Gamma Lambda Chapter. We are jubilant to have you in our city for a night of fellowship and the opportunity to continue moving the fraternity and our community forward. As can be seen in those being honored at the gala, the chapter has been true to our fraternity’s mission of developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. The number of scholarships delivered, amount of mentoring and community service provided by our chapter is unparalleled. Our commitment to preserving the quality of life for our Alpha seniors has ensured a peaceful solution to senior issues. We are proud to continue the legacy of Alpha Phi Fraternity, Incorporated and Gamma Lambda. Congratulations Gamma Lambda Chapter on 100 years of service in the City of Detroit. May God continue to bless our endeavors for at least another 100 years. Coleman A. Young Municipal Center ■ 2 Woodward Avenue ■ Suite 1340 ■ Detroit, Michigan 48226 Councilman Benson - (313) 224-1198 / (313) 224-1684

Councilman Tate - (313) 224-1027 / (313) 224-0372

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Fraternally yours in the brotherhood,

Bro. Scott Benson Detroit City Councilman District 3

Bro. James Tate Detroit City Councilman District 1

Many Thanks to our CentennialSponsors EVENT SPONSORS

Ozie H. Pye, IV - O.H. Pye, III Funeral Home O’Neil D. Swanson, Sr. - Swanson Funeral Home TABLE SPONSORS 18K. G.O.L.D. (Fall ‘14) 6 Sons of Redemption (Fall ‘13) 7 Medjay of Horus (Fall ‘18) 7 Sons of the Golden Millenum (Fall ‘00) 9 Rays of Ra (Fall ‘06) Albert R. Boswell, Jr. AΦA - Epsilon Alumni AΦA - Epsilon Upsilon Lambda AΦA - Epsilon Xi Alumni AΦA - Iota Rho Lambda AΦA - Sigma Delta Lambda AΦA - Theta Zeta Lambda Larry E. Boatwright

Merlton Brandenberg Paul D. Bryant Lawrence D. Crawford Ocie C. Drake, Jr. DTE Foundation E.L.I.T.E. 8 (Fall ‘17) Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq. Friends of Gamma Lambda Burke M. Gaddis Gamma Lambda Education Foundation Dr. George A. Goff, Ph.D. John E. Green, Jr. Kyles O. Hamilton, Sr.

LaMont D. Hampton R. Hawkins/K. Kendrick/W. Herbert Wilbur Hughes John E. James James Group International L.E.G.E.N.D.A.R.Y. 7 (Fall ‘08) Kamau C. Marable Joel E. Morgan William F. Pickard Plymouth United Church of Christ Harold Pope Jay W. Prestage Ozie H. Pye, IV

Sigma Gamma Rho - ΡΣ Donald E. Snider Stephen R. Spence Roderick Spratling O’Neil D. Swanson, Sr. Alonzo F. Terry, Jr. Mark S. Tillman Harry C. Todd Daniel J. Tounsel Reginald M. Turner W.E. Electrical Consulting George W. Watkins Anthony Will

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CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA - EVENT PROGRAM COCKTAIL HOUR / RECEPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Black Gold Bro. Jeff Ponders (Saxophone), Ava J. (Vocals) Derrick Benford (Keyboard), Damon W. (Bass) & Brandon W. (Drums)

SONG SELECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. Braxton Vanzant Davis “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother” Vocalist - Baritone WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. Bro. Harry C. Todd & Bro. Kamau C. Marable Centennial Gala Chair / 48th Chapter President OFFICIAL GREETINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B ro. Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq. 49th Chapter President, Gamma Lambda Chapter INTRODUCTION OF EMCEE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. Jay W. Prestage Centennial Gala Ad Sales Co-Chairman REMARKS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. Huel A. Perkins News Anchor, Fox 2 Detroit INVOCATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B ro. Rev. Dr. Tony C. Henderson Chaplain, Gamma Lambda Chapter

Dinner is Served DINNER MENU

Michigan Greens, yellow grape tomatoes, dried cherries, roasted walnuts, celery, red wine vinaigrette Herbed Airline Chicken Breast artichoke red pepper ragout, broccolini, pesto infused risotto Roasted Acorn Squash julienne vegetables, herb tomato sauce Bettermade Crusted Walleye with Lemon Cream Sauce green beans, roasted fingerling potatoes Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake, cinnamon chocolate accent

Iced Tea Hot Tea Coffee

CENTENNIAL AWARDS PRESENTATION Gamma Lambda Centennial Public Servant Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Honorable Bro. Dennis W. Archer, Sr. 59th Mayor, City of Detroit

Chairman & CEO, Dennis W. Archer PLLC

Gamma Lambda Centennial Corporate Leadership Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B ro. Ted Colbert Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Senior Vice President

Information Technology & Data Analytics, The Boeing Company

Gamma Lambda Centennial Man of the Century Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . T he Honorable Bro. Damon J. Keith United States Circuit Judge

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Gamma Lambda Centennial Philanthropist Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B ro. William F. Pickard Chairman and Founder

GAA Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management

Gamma Lambda Centennial Fraternal Leadership Award. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B ro. Mark S. Tillman th 34 General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Immediate Past General President

PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq. 49th Chapter President, Gamma Lambda Chapter

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. Harry C. Todd & Bro. Kamau C. Marable Centennial Gala Chair / 48th Chapter President ALPHA PHI ALPHA HYMN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bro. George I. Shirley Vocalist - Tenor MUSIC & DANCING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Black Gold / Marc Duncan - Sound Dimensions LLC Live Band / DJ CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN | OCTOBER 19, 2019

GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL PUBLIC SERVANT AWARD

THE HONORABLE

DENNIS W. ARCHER, SR 59th Mayor, City of Detroit (1994-2001) Chairman & CEO, Dennis W. Archer PLLC

Throughout his professional career, Bro. Dennis Archer has been a tireless public servant, contributing as an educator, attorney, judge and culminating with two terms as mayor of the city of Detroit, from 1994-2001. Bro. Archer earned a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in education in 1964 from Western Michigan University, where he was an initiate at Epsilon Xi Chapter. He taught learning-disabled students in Detroit in the late 1960s and later earned a law degree from the Detroit College of Law. In 1983, Bro. Archer became the first Black president of the National Bar Association and practiced law in Detroit. He later taught at the Detroit College of Law and Wayne State University Law School before becoming the second Black associate justice of the Michigan Supreme Court, from 1986-90. During his two terms as mayor of Detroit, Bro. Archer focused on revitalizing the city, helping secure $100 million in empowerment grants and backing building new sports stadiums (Ford Field for the Detroit Lions and Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers) downtown. He also helped bring in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three casinos, which became an economic engine. Newsweek magazine named him one of the 25 most dynamic mayors in the country. Since leaving office, Bro. Archer has continued to serve on the board of Dickinson-Wright law firm and on the board of trustees at Western Michigan.

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GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL CORPORATE LEADERSHIP AWARD

TED COLBERT Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Senior Vice President Information Technology & Data Analytics, The Boeing Company

Bro. Ted Colbert is the chief information officer (CIO) and senior vice president of Information Technology & Data Analytics at The Boeing Company. In this role, he oversees all aspects of IT, information security, data and analytics for the world’s largest aerospace company. Bro. Colbert joined Boeing in 2009. Prior to his role as CIO, he led the company’s IT Infrastructure organization. Throughout his career he also held leadership roles at Citigroup and Ford Motor Company. Bro. Colbert completed the Dual Degree Engineering Program at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Morehouse College. He is a member of the Executive Leadership Council (ELC) and the CNBC Technology Executive Council. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, the Georgia Tech Advisory Board and New Leaders. Bro. Colbert is a 2003 initiate of Gamma Lambda Chapter. Colbert’s recent accomplishments include winning the 2019 Digital Innovator Award from the Information Technology Senior Management Forum; the 2018 Forbes CIO Innovation Award; recognition as one of the Most Powerful Executives in Corporate America by Black Enterprise magazine in 2017; 2017 Morehouse College Bennie Leadership Award for Excellence in Business; recognition as the 2016 National Society of Black Engineers Golden Torch Legacy Award winner; recognition as the HMG Strategy 2016 CIO of the Year; and, being named a 2015 Ebony Power 100 honoree.

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GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL MAN OF THE CENTURY AWARD

THE HONORABLE

DAMON J. KEITH United States Circuit Judge United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Renowned for his relentless fight against segregation and for equal rights for African-Americans, Bro. Damon J. Keith was a pioneer and torch bearer for justice for all. Bro. Keith attended West Virginia State College, where he was an initiated at Alpha Zeta Chapter in 1939. After graduating in 1943, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in World War II. Upon his return, he attended Howard University Law School, where he was mentored by the Honorable Bro. Thurgood Marshall. After earning a law degree in 1949, Bro. Keith returned to Detroit and passed the Michigan Bar exam. In 1956, he earned a Master of Laws degree from Wayne State University Law School and soon after, began earning his reputation for his success in civil-rights cases. In 1967, President Lyndon Johnson appointed Bro. Keith to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. In 1971, one of Bro. Keith’s most significant rulings — dubbed “the Keith Case” — went against President Richard Nixon’s administration’s attempts to wiretap private citizens. President Jimmy Carter appointed Bro. Keith to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, where his wisdom and civil service extended. He served as a judge for 52 years and left a legacy of excellence, leadership and service. Bro. Keith transitioned to Omega Chapter in April 2019 at age 96.

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GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL PHILANTHROPIST AWARD

WILLIAM F. PICKARD Chairman and Founder, Global Automotive Alliance, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management

For more than four decades, Bro. Dr. William Pickard has been a trailblazer and pillar in the corporate sector and is renowned for sowing back into his community through philanthropy. Bro. Pickard is a major benefactor at his alma mater, Western Michigan University, where he was an initiate at Epsilon Xi Chapter before earning a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in 1964. Since then, Bro. Pickard has donated more than $3 million to the university, which helped build a residence hall that was later renamed to honor Brothers Ron Hall, Dennis Archer and Pickard in 2017. Among his other philanthropic efforts are $1 million donations each to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.; the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History n Detroit; the Motown Historical Museum and $500,000 to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in honor of Arthur L. Johnson and Bro. Damon J. Keith. In the business community, Bro. Pickard is a co-managing partner of the MGM Grand Detroit Casino, was one of the first African American owners of a McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s franchise and is the co-owner of five newspapers, including the Michigan Chronicle. He founded GAA in 1989 and the company grew to generate more than $5 billion in sales, servicing many large corporations, including Boeing, Mercedes Benz, Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, Delphi, Johnson Controls, Starbucks, Home Depot and Merck Pharmaceutical. CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN | OCTOBER 19, 2019

GAMMA LAMBDA CENTENNIAL FRATERNAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

MARK S. TILLMAN 34th General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Immediate Past General President

Bro. Mark S. Tillman is the 34th General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Under his leadership, Alpha Phi Alpha became a founding donor of the Smithsonian National African American Museum of History and Culture in Washington D.C., raised over a million dollars in contributions to the March of Dimes - March for Babies campaigns, and received a one million dollar grant to support the mentoring of young men. Bro.Tillman has traveled and spoken at historical milestone events such as the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington in 2013. Bro. Tillman is an initiate of Beta Phi chapter seated at Dillard University. He earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science in 1988. He has excelled for over thirty years in the information technology industry. Bro. Tillman is a longtime mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters and in 2016 received the Community Impact Award. He has been honored as a “Person of the Week” by Detroit’s ABC affiliate WXYZ-TV and the 100 Black Men of Metro Detroit for his dedication to mentoring. He is a 2014 recipient of the Michigan Chronicle Men of Excellence award and a 2016 recipient of the United Negro College Fund – National Alumni Council Legacy Award. Bro. Tillman serves on boards for the March of Dimes and Boy Scouts of America – Great Lakes Field Service Council. Bro.Tillman is married to Velicia, his wife of over twenty-three years.

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED | GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER

Each year brings with it new opportunities, but 2019 is special for Gamma Lambda. This year provides an occasion for us to pay homage to the 13 visionaries who chartered our beloved chapter. We also celebrate the many Gamma Lambda brothers who have helped to shape the city of Detroitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s political, business, educational and social landscapes. Gamma Lambda has left an indelible impact on the Detroit community through the brothers who have led our great chapter to prominence over the years. We hope you enjoy the historical reflections presented during our Centennial Celebration Gala and within the pages of this souvenir journal. The true spirit of Alpha is alive and well with Gamma Lambda, the third-oldest Alumni Chapter in Alpha. A-Phi! Fraternally,

Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq. Gamma Lambda Chapter President

Harry C. Todd Centennial Gala Chairman

Kamau C. Marable Centennial Gala C0-Chairman

Brian D. Williams Souvenir Journal Co-Chairman

Jay W. Prestage Souvenir Journal Ad Sales Co-Chairman

Donald Walker, Jr. Video Production C0-Chairman

CENTENNIAL GALA COMMITTEE Roderick L. Beard Dr. Matthew W. Blount, Jr. Larry E. Boatwright Albert R. Boswell, Jr. Justin M. Curry Burke M. Gaddis

Dr. George A. Goff John E. Green, Jr. Kyles O. Hamilton, Sr. Norman C. Hurns, Sr. Kent C. Jackson Dr. Richard T. James, Jr.

Eric D. Jenkins Kevin M. Kendrick Marc D. King James A. Lewis Carlton K. McAfee Todd A. Perkins

Denzel R. Smith Dr. Richard E. Smith, MD Donald E. Snider Jeremy L. Thomas George W. Watkins John E. Williams, Jr.

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GAMMA LAMBDA CHARTER MEMBERS

Dr. John H. Alexander

Charles H. Campbell

Ulysses S. Cary

Elmer J. Cheeks

Dr. Parker B. Gamble

Birth: April 11, 1884

Birth: May 10, 1885

Birth: August 23, 1888

Birth: January 30, 1888

Birth: April 14, 1885

Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Muchakinock, Iowa

Arlington, Virginia

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Omega: March 29, 1951

Omega: April 20, 1951

Omega: January 3, 1949

Omega: February 1, 1941

Omega: December 28, 1948

Detroit, Michigan

Cleveland, Ohio

Detroit, Michigan

Physician

Attorney

Pharmacist/Probation Officer

Electrical Engineer

Physician

Cornelius L. Henderson

Dr. James L. Henderson

Lindsay E. Johnson

Charles H. Mahoney

Dr. Moses E. Morton

Birth: December 11, 1887

Birth: January 14, 1886

Birth: April 12, 1882

Birth: May 29, 1886

Birth: July 9, 1888

Detroit, Michigan

Bloomington, Indiana

Columbus, Mississippi

Decatur, Michigan

Lowndesboro, Alabama

Omega: July 23, 1976

Omega: December 5, 1952

Omega: April 15, 1941

Omega: January 29, 1966

Omega: November 12, 1940

Detroit, Michigan

Civil Engineer

Physician

Attorney

Physician

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED | GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER

Cecil L. Rowlette, Sr.

Charles A. Roxborough, III

Dr. Stephen D. Sparks

Birth: February 19, 1885

Birth: November 25, 1888

Birth: July 11, 1878

Petersburg, Virginia

Plaquemine, Louisiana

Cumnor, Virginia

Omega: April 16, 1963

Omega: October 8, 1963

Omega: February 8, 1943

Detroit, Michigan

Attorney

Attorney/Politician

Dentist

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, EPSILON CHAPTER HOUSE PARTY AT U-M, 1911 1 1

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FOUNDERS - THE JEWELS

DECEMBER 4, 1906 | Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American Men, was founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York by seven college men who recognized the need for a strong bond of brotherhood among African descendants in this country. The visionary founders, known as the “Jewels” of the fraternity, are Henry Arthur Callis, Charles Henry Chapman, Eugene Kinckle Jones, George Biddle Kelley, Nathaniel Allison Murray, Robert Harold Ogle, and Vertner Woodson Tandy. 2

FIFTH ANNUAL BANQUET OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, EPSILON CHAPTER, MAY 10TH, 1912 2

1909 | The fifth college chapter, Epsilon, was established by Jewel Henry Arthur Callis on the campus of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. One of the charter members, Stephen D. Sparks, would later become a charter member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter. Some of the members initiated in

1909, including Cornelius L. Henderson, Lindsay E. Johnson, Moses E. Morton, James L. Henderson, Charles H. Mahoney and Charles H. Roxborough (Honorary) also became charter members of Gamma Lambda. Scholar Dr. W.E.B. Dubois was also initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity as an Honorary member.

“The chief significance of Alpha Phi Alpha lies in its purpose to stimulate, develop, and cement an intelligent, trained leadership in the unending fight for freedom, equality and fraternity. Our task is endless.” - Jewel Henry Arthur Callis, May 1946

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1911 | The first graduate chapter, Lambda Chapter, was established in Louisville, Kentucky. 1912 | Fifth General Convention and First Alumni Reunion met on December 26, 1912, at the seat of Kappa Chapter, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. A proposal was made for establishing and naming graduate chapters, and Lambda chapter was renamed Alpha Lambda.

THE GREAT MIGRATION

What reason can be assigned why we have not an Alumni Chapter in each of the larger Eastern and Middle West cities? Now is the time to awaken in each Alumnus a new interest and quicken in him a sense of his duty and the obligation to which he owes to the Fraternity.

The Black population (total and percentage) in Detroit has grown as follows: 1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990

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4,111 (1.4%) 5,741 (1.2%) 40,838 (4.1%) 120,066 (7.7%) 149,119 (9.2%) 300,506 (16.2%) 482,223 (28.9%) 660,428 (43.7%) 758,939 (63.1%) 777,916 (75.7%)

Bro. Henry B. Taliaferro, Gamma Chapter Alumni, Detroit College of Law, Dec. 1915, The SPHINX

Source: United States Census (Earliest Census to 1990)

WOODWARD AVENUE LOOKING SOUTH FROM ABOUT WARREN, DETROIT, MICHIGAN 3

1914 | In the early 1900s, Black lawyers were routinely denied rental office space in certain sections of the city. Bro. Lindsay E. Johnson was forced to take a high-priced office in another part of the city. This led him to form a partnership with fellow Epsilon brother Charles H. Mahoney, a 1911 graduate of the U-M Law School, and the law firm of Johnson and Mahoney was formed.

1914 | Bro. Stephen D. Sparks was elected to the office of General Treasurer at the Seventh General Convention in Chicago, Illinois on December 29, 1914. He served during the 1915 fraternal year.

1915 | The Great Migration from the rural South began due to the mass production of autos, opportunities for work, repressive Jim Crow laws and lynchings in the south. These conditions and opportunities drove thousands of African Americans to northern cities like Detroit. The African American population in Detroit would soar from 5,000 in 1910 to almost 150,000 by 1940. Alpha Phi Alpha would emerge to address the leadership needs of our community.

1917 | The Iota Boulé of Sigma Pi Phi was founded in Detroit, Michigan. Founders and early members included Dr. Parker B. Gamble, Dr. Alexander Turner, Percival R. Piper, Atty. Oscar Baker, Dr. Peyton Johnson, Atty. Lloyd Loomis, Cornelius L Henderson, Dr. James L Henderson, and Dr. Albert Cleage.

BRO. STEPHEN D. SPARKS

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DETROIT URBAN LEAGUE, 1921 4

1916 | The Detroit Urban League office began its work in 1916. At the time, the Detroit Urban League was a clearinghouse for social services among Black men and women, who were part of the great migration of Black families from the rural South. The first community center operated by the Detroit Urban League was the Columbia Community Center, which opened in 1919. This center was an early meeting place of Gamma Lambda prior to the purchase of the Alpha House. Bro. John C. Dancy, Jr. served as Executive Director of the Detroit Urban League 4 5

STAFF OF DUNBAR HOSPITAL, 1922 5

for 42 years (1918 – 1960), followed by Bro. Dr. Francis A. Kornegay for the next 18 years (1960 – 1978). 1918 | The Allied Medical Society (the precursor to the Detroit Medical Society) was founded on May 20, 1918 by 30 Black physicians, including Dr. Alexander Turner and Dr. James Ames, to provide support and raise funds to establish a hospital to care for the Black citizens of Detroit.

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1919 | Members of the Allied Medical Society incorporated Dunbar Hospital, Detroit’s first nonprofit hospital for the Black community. This hospital, located at 580 Frederick Avenue, was named after the famous poet/novelist Paul Laurence Dunbar. The hospital was later moved to Brush and Illinois and was renamed Parkside Hospital, which operated under that name until 1962. Founding members included Dr. Alexander Turner, Dr. Parker Gamble, Dr. Frank P. Raiford, Dr. Herbert E. Simms, Dr. Moses E. Morton, and Dr. James L. Henderson.

FEBRUARY 1919 | An organization meeting with Alpha Phi Alpha alumni living in Detroit was held on February 1, 1919 at the office of Dr. Moses E. Morton and Dr. James L. Gregory at 1721 St. Antoine Street office. On account of the proximity of Epsilon Chapter at the University of Michigan, Detroit was constantly favored with the presence of many Alpha Phi Alpha Men, and as a result the city could boast of an unofficial chapter prior to its installation. Shortly after, an application for a charter was submitted to the General Organization.

Gamma Lambda Chapter Presidents: 1919 - 1935

James L. Henderson 1st Chapter President 1919

Cecil L. Rowlette 2nd Chapter President 1920

Henry B. Taliaferro 3rd Chapter President 1921

John C. Dancy, Jr. 4th Chapter President 1922-1923

Frank P. Raiford, Jr. 5th Chapter President 1924

Julian P. Rodgers, Sr. 6th Chapter President 1925

James B. Goggins 7th Chapter President 1926

Herbert E. Simms 8th Chapter President 1927

Davenport J. Grimes 9th Chapter President 1928-1929

C. Henri Lewis, Jr. 10th Chapter President 1930-1932

James J. McClendon 11th & 21st Chapter President 1933, 1949-1950

Percival R. Piper 12th Chapter President 1934-1935

GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA AT THE BILTMORE, MAY 3, 1920

MARCH 22, 1919 | The third graduate chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was established in Detroit, Michigan. The charter members were John H. Alexander, Charles H. Campbell, Ulysses S. Cary, Elmer J. Cheeks, Parker B. Gamble, James L. Henderson, Cornelius L. Henderson, Lindsay E. Johnson, Charles H. Mahoney, Moses E. Morton, Cecil L. Rowlette, Charles A. Roxborough and Stephen D. Sparks. The chapter was originally installed as Chi Chapter, later renamed Gamma Lambda Chapter.

1919 | Bro. James Langston Henderson was elected first Gamma Lambda chapter president. 1920 | The first Gamma Lambda chapter initiation was held with C. Henri Lewis, Jr., Chester Ames, John Dancy, and Glover Lange being initiated. Later that same year, Forrester B. Washington, Orin E. Thompson, Max W. Johnson, J.W. Willis, Lloyd A. Loomis and W.H. Plummer were initiated.

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1920 | Bro. Elmer J. Cheeks was appointed to the Finance Committee on Rules and Credentials at the Thirteenth General Convention in December 1920 in Kansas City, Missouri. He was also elected General Vice-President at that convention. He served during the 1921 fraternal year.

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The SPHINX, Spring 1918, Vol. 4, No. 1 The SPHINX, Spring - February 1926, Vol. 12, No. 1 The SPHINX, March 1922, Vol. 8, No. 2

ST. ANTOINE STREET YMCA, 1925

1920 | The St. Antoine Street branch of the YMCA (successor to the Douglass Institute) was organized in 1920 to meet the cultural and recreational needs of the Black community. Ground was broken for a new building on April 6, 1924, at St. Antoine and Elizabeth. From its inception the St. Antoine branch served as the center of cultural activities for the black community. Through the decades, numerous brothers from the Gamma Lambda chapter served on the Board, and Bro. Henry S. Dunbar served as Executive Director from 1920 until 1931.

THE SPHINX, MARCH 1922 10

1922 | The Gamma Lambda Chapter announced the initiation of seven men through a letter in the March 1922 edition of The SPHINX. The Brothers initiated were James W. Ames, Robert L. Greenidge, Charles F. Green, James M. Gregory, Henry S. Dunbar, Lowell W. Baker, Jr., and Maurice Guy.

1923 | Alpha Phi Alpha adopted a resolution introduced at the Sixteenth General Convention in Columbus, Ohio by Committee Chair Bro. Percival R. Piper to give direct and financial support to the NAACP’s Anti-Lynching Legislative initiatives.

“We must never lose sight of the fact that we must take part in the development, not only of ourselves but of all humanity.” - Jewel Charles Henry Chapman, 1931

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, EIGHTEENTH GENERAL CONVENTION

1925 | Bro. Charles H. Mahoney and Bro. Cecil L. Rowlette served as assistant legal counsel for Ossian Sweet during his trial in the mid-1920s. Dr. Sweet was an African American physician in Detroit, Michigan who was charged with murder in 1925 after he and friends used armed selfdefense against a hostile white crowd protesting his moving into their neighborhood. The NAACP provided assistance for the defense of Sweet and his co-defendants with famed attorney Clarence Darrow. Charges against them were eventually dismissed. 11

1925 | Eighteenth General Convention was hosted by the Gamma Lambda Chapter on December 27– 31, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan. Total chapters participating were 36. Among the highlights were the Prom at the Graystone Ballroom and the banquet, which was held at the Y.M.C.A. 1925 | Bro. Percival R. Piper was elected General Treasurer at the Eighteenth General Convention in Detroit, Michigan. He served from 1926-35.

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1926 | The 41st college chapter, Alpha Upsilon, “The Gold Chapter,” was established on the campus of Detroit City College (later renamed Wayne State University), Detroit, Michigan. 1926 | The Gamma Lambda Chapter was intensely working on the Go-toHigh-School, Go-toCollege program for “the betterment of colored folk” in the community every year since its 1919 founding. During 1926, Gamma Lambda initiated the program in conjunction with the Detroit Urban League.

1929 | Bro. Cornelius L. Henderson, a pioneering steel engineer and architect, helped construct two of the major crossings between the United States and Canada - the Ambassador Bridge in 1929, and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel in 1930.

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DETROIT, MICHIGAN, DECEMBER 27-31, 1925

EARLY 1930s | The Detroit Alpha Wives were established as an auxiliary to the Gamma Lambda Chapter. The purpose of this group has been to promote the growth and image of the fraternity, to support community service efforts, and promote unity and friendship among the Alpha Wives and their families. 1931 | Bro. Charles A. Roxborough was elected to the Michigan State Senate, the first African American elected to this position.

1931 | African American students, parents, and alumni carried out a long battle to integrate the dorms on the campus of the University of Michigan. Bro. Roxborough had pushed for an investigation into discrimination at U-M by introducing a Senate resolution, which was supported by Bro. Oscar Baker and Bro. W.E.B. DuBois. Continued activism succeeded in opening U-M dormitories to all women.

1934 | Trinity Hospital was founded in 1934 by doctors W. Harold Johnson, Chester C. Ames, and Frank P. Raiford, Jr, all members of Gamma Lambda. The hospital had a dual purpose of housing and treating ill Black patients while also giving opportunities to Black doctors looking to complete their residency training.

Mid-1930s | Bro. Charles A. Roxborough III joined his practice with Bro. Henry B. Taliaferro. Their firm became quite successful, and in the 1940s played an important role in the defense of one of the Scottsboro boys, Olen Montgomery. 1939 | The Articles of Incorporation for the chapter were filed and recorded in the office of the Michigan Corporation and Securities Commission as Gamma Lambda, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity on May 8, 1939.

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Detroit: The Black Bottom Community (Images of America)

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Gamma Lambda Chapter Presidents: 1936-1959

Ernest R. Carney 13th Chapter President 1936-1937

William L. Postles 14th Chapter President 1938

Henry S. Dunbar 15th Chapter President 1939-1940

THE ALPHA HOUSE, 293 ELIOT STREET

Walter V. Harmon 16th & 18th President 1941-1942, 1944-1946

Boynton A. Milton 17th Chapter President 1943

Theodore M. White 9th Chapter President 1947

Remus G. Robinson 20th Chapter President 1948

William F. Goins, Sr. 22nd Chapter President 1951

Ramon S. Scruggs, Sr 23rd Chapter President 1952-1954

John W. Hurse 24th Chapter President 1955

Junius L. Taylor, Jr 25th Chapter President 1956-1958

Lawrence S. Lackey, Sr 26th Chapter President 1959

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MAY 15, 1939 | The Alpha House at 293 Eliot Street in Brush Park was purchased by the chapter on May 15, 1939. Built in 1919, this Neoclassical-style structure, with its ten well-furnished rooms, was designated as a Michigan Historic Landmark on August 30, 1977.

1943 | Frustrations on the part of both white and black Detroiters fueled the outbreak of violence on June 20, 1943. There had been several significant clashes between white and black youth and adults in the months and years before the 1943 riot. White and black rioters clashed with each other, attacked lone individuals, and looted or destroyed property. Motivations for the violence were complex, rooted in economics, changing race relations, and persistent racial discrimination and fears.

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A History of Alpha Phi Alpha, A Development in College Life, Charles H. Wesley

FIRST SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO REUBEN HICKS, 1949

1949 | The first scholarship was awarded by Gamma Lambda, a $250 scholarship presented to Reuben Hicks, a graduate of Sidney D. Miller High School, because of the excellence of his scholastic record, 1953 | The Detroit Urban League’s 21st Vocational Opportunity Campaign was held March 15-22. A full week of programs in schools, churches and community centers helped more than 4,000 youths and adults to receive career selection, preparation and placement assistance from local leaders and businesses. 14 15,16.17 15

1953 | The first Gamma Lambda Golf Tournament was held in 1953, which brought to Detroit competing brothers from cities throughout the area. Bro. Willis F. Ward, U-M and Epsilon alumni, led the tournament committee and was the winner of the tournament.

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The SPHINX, December 1949, Vol. 35, No. 4 The SPHINX, Fall October 1953 | Volume 39 39th General Convention/47th Anniversary Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Souvenir Journal

THE ALPHA WIVES AUXILIARY, 1953 15

1953 | 39th General Convention/47th Anniversary Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was hosted by Gamma Lambda and Alpha Upsilon on December 27-31, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan. There were 222 financial Brothers at Gamma Lambda. The Sheraton Cadillac Hotel held the banquet – a first for “Negroes.” Chrysler Corporation provided free transportation for convention officials – another first for a predominant Negro organization. The hotel rates at the time were about $8.20 for a double and $4.40 for a single room with toilet.

1953 | The Alpha Wives petitioned the Fraternity during the 1953 General Convention to make Alpha Wives an Auxiliary of the Fraternity. Though their efforts failed, their endeavors were noted and are chronicled in the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. History Book.

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FRONT VIEW OF THE ALPHA HOUSE, 1947 18

1954 | After delivering the Keynote Address at the 1953 General Convention, “First of All Servants of ALL”, Thurgood Marshall and other Alpha Phi Alpha civil rights attorneys for the NAACP successfully argued the Brown v. Board of Education case, striking down the policy of “separate but equal” and held that racial segregation in public education is a violation of the Equal Protection Clause.

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1955 | Bro. Dr. Haley Bell established the Bell Broadcasting Company, home of the first Black-owned radio station, WCHB. The call letters for WCHB come from the founders’ initials: Wendell Cox and Haley Bell. He made significant contributions to the Detroit community as well as to Meharry Medical College. 1955 | Bro. Dr. Remus G. Robinson, became the first African American elected to the Detroit Board of Education. In 1958 he was elected Board President. He remained a member of the school board until his death in 1970.

The SPHINX, Winter December 1947, Vol. 33, No. 4 The Michigan Alumnus, October 18, 1958, Vol. LXV, No. 3, p.34 Walter P. Reuther Library

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AERIAL VIEW OF DETROIT DURING FREEWAY CONSTRUCTION, 1960 20

1956 | Gamma Lambda members in Detroit have long supported the NAACP. Bro. Dr. James J. McClendon was president from 1937 to 1945. In 1956, in response to the slaying of Emmett Till, the Detroit Medical Society called a special meeting where the 52 members present contributed $100 each for the NAACP. One member proposed that the money be used as the basis for a $100-a-couple dinner. The dinner grossed $30,000. The annual Freedom Fund Dinner become an annual affair and is now the largest single fundraising event for the NAACP.

1958 | Bro. Dr. John Loomis became the first AfricanAmerica Intern/Resident in the long history of Harper Hospital. 1960 | The Gratiot Redevelopment Project displaced over 200,000 area residents and the construction of the I-75 and I-375 expressways further depleted the population and dispersed the residents of the areas known as Black Bottom and Paradise Valley. Many businesses and landmarks were forced to close.

Gamma Lambda Chapter Presidents: 1960-1996

Augustus J. Calloway, Jr 27th Chapter President 1960-1961

Leven C. Weiss 28th Chapter President 1962-1965

William A. Ezell 29th Chapter President 1966-1968

Nathaniel O. Holloway, Jr 30th Chapter President 1969-1970

Harvey T. Proctor, Sr 31st Chapter President 1971-1972

Jesse F. Goodwin 32nd Chapter President 1973-1975

Ivan L. Cotman, Sr 33rd Chapter President 1976-1978

Robert J. Chillison, II 34th Chapter President 1979-1981

Oscar B. Session 35th, 37th & 39th President 1982, 1984-1986, 1990-1991

Myron H. Wahls 36th Chapter President 1983

Matthew W. Blount, Jr 38th Chapter President 1987-1990

Larry E. Boatwright 40th Chapter President 1991-1996

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1960 | The Hospital Liaison Committee of the Detroit Medical Society, with the support of Bro. Remus G. Robinson, Bro. Dr. Lawrence S. Lackey and Bro. Dr. Charles Vincent helped to fight discrimination against the medical staff at Detroit area hospitals. Four major hospitals sought to combine their resources and condemn urban property for the purpose of erecting a medical center. The Detroit Medical Society mobilized civic and religious organizations and took their fight to the Detroit Common Council. The project was denied by the Council until 21

these hospitals had all signed non-discriminatory pledges. Dr. Vincent would later serve as Assistant Dean of Admission to Wayne State University and enacted policies that resulted in Wayne being second to Howard and Meharry for educating African American physicians.

BRO. CHARLES VINCENT

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ALPHA DANCE AT THE SHERATON-CADILLAC HOTEL

1965 | Bro. Levin C. Weiss was elected General Treasurer at the 51st General Convention/59th Anniversary Convention in New York, NY. Bro. Weiss served as General Treasurer for 15 years. 1967 | The Gamma Lambda Chapter was awarded the Outstanding Graduate Chapter Award at the 53rd General Convention/61st Anniversary Convention in Los Angeles, CA.

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1967 | Edward Tolan Playfield, located in Brush Park along Mack Avenue and Chrysler Freeway, was dedicated in honor of Thomas Edward “Eddie” Tolan. Bro. Tolan, known as the “Midnight Express,” set world records in the 1930s in the 100-yard dash and the 100-meter dash, and earned Olympic gold medals in the 100- and 200-meter at the 1932 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles with recordsetting times. He was the first African American to receive the title of the “world’s fastest human”.

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DEDICATION OF EDWARD TOLAN PLAYFIELD, SEPTEMBER 13, 1967 25

1967 | Civil unrest hit its peak in Detroit with the infamous 1967 riots. Millions of dollars in Black-owned property and businesses were destroyed due to this rebellion against excessive use of force of law enforcement personnel, unfair housing practices and economic inequality. Alpha Phi Alpha issued a statement reading:

“Black Power is a proper and necessary objective in acquiring economic power and influence… For Alpha Phi Alpha, Black Power does not mean revolution by violence, or destruction, rather it means the exercise of legitimate means to obtain control over the destiny of the Black community by Black people – that must be our concern.”

The Fraternity then called for congressional action to alleviate the suffering of 35 million Black people after declaring large scale poverty during the 60s “unjust and unnecessary”. CIVIL UNREST IN DETROIT, 1967

BRO. DAMON J. KEITH, OCTOBER 1967 27

1967 | Bro. Duke Ellington held a concert at Ford Auditorium, The Concert of Sacred Music with the Harold Smith Majestics Choir, on September 17, 1967. The concert was sponsored by Gamma Lambda, with proceeds used to pursue the educational programs of the chapter.

MEMBERS OF THE 1968 CONVENTION COMMITTEE 28

1967 | Bro. Judge Damon J. Keith was appointed to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan by President Lyndon B. Johnson. On this court, he ruled on numerous cases proving his dedication to equity, equality, and the civil rights of all Americans. In the case Davis v. School District of the City of Pontiac (1970), he ruled that the city must integrate Pontiac public schools through busing. It was the first case that extended federal courtordered integration into a northern city.

BRO. DUKE ELLINGTON 30

1968 | 54th General Convention/62nd Anniversary Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was hosted by Gamma Lambda and Alpha Upsilon, August 3-8, 1968 in Detroit, Michigan. Held at the Detroit Statler – Hilton Hotel, Bro. Ramon Scruggs delivered the keynote address, challenging his fraternity to “enter the Black struggle and make certain there are no Black spectators in this current struggle to make Black Americans free.”

MRS. ANNA GROSS AND BRO. WM. ALEXANDER, 1968 29

1968 | Mrs. Anna C. Gross was recognized at the 1968 General Convention with a citation for serving the Brothers of the Gamma Lambda Chapter as House Mother for more than 30 years. Held in the highest esteem by all the men of Gamma Lambda Chapter, truly she was the spark that kept the house open and going for more than 30 years. 1971 | Bro. Barton W. Morris, JD was installed as General Counsel at the 57th General Convention/65th Anniversary Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin.

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ALPHA HONORS LEADERS IN THE CAUSE OF CIVIL RIGHTS 31

1976 | During the tenure of Bro. Dr. Ivan L. Cotman (33rd President), Gamma Lambda awarded citation plaques to Bro. Thurgood Marshall, Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, General President Belford V. Lawson and others, recognizing their efforts in the cause of civil liberties while in Detroit.

1979 | President Jimmy Carter appointed Bro. Judge Damon J. Keith to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit where he ruled on cases about integration, public housing, affirmative action, unlawful deportations, voting rights, and much more.

BRO. HENRY E. DEES

1982 | The Gamma Lambda Education Foundation was established as a Michigan nonprofit corporation on April 27, charged with raising funds and awarding annual scholarships to deserving high school graduates. Since its inception, the Education Foundation has awarded

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never before was it as incumbent upon every member to restate loyalty and exemplify fraternal obligation by consistent life and unimpeachable character. But these must be reinforced by a growing consciousness of the responsibilities that Alpha Phi Alpha faces in the world today, where, if ever the problems which beset us are to be solved and a way of deliverance discovered, it must be by the application of those principles upon which we are founded.â&#x20AC;? - Robert Harold Ogle, March 21, 1936 31

A History of Alpha Phi Alpha, A Development in College Life, Charles H. Wesley

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BRO. MYRON H. WAHLS

455 scholarships totaling $455,250. The incorporators of the Foundation were Nate McKinley Tounsel, Oscar B. Sessions, Myron Wahls, Irvin Poke, James Adams, Timothy Heard and Robert L. Shipp Jr. Bro. Henry E. Dees was appointed President. He led and coordinated these efforts for 27 years and established the Foundation as an anchor in the community. He is now recognized as President Emeritus. 1982 | Bro. Judge Myron H. Wahls was appointed to the Michigan Court of Appeals.

BRO. DR. IVAN L. COTMAN, 33rd PRESIDENT

1983 | Bro. Lawrence D. Crawford, DDS elected Mayor of Saginaw, Michigan. He would later serve on Alpha Phi Alpha’s National Economic Development Committee. 1985 | An initiation was held on July 18, 1985. “Catch 22” was unique because it included 14 alumni brothers and eight college brothers. The college brothers were initiated through Gamma Lambda and are the founding members of Pi Upsilon Chapter, on the campus of the University of Michigan-Dearborn.

BRO. LARRY E. BOATWRIGHT, 40TH PRESIDENT

1985 | Bro. Dr. Ivan L. Cotman became the first Gamma Lambda brother elected to the position of Midwestern Regional VicePresident. Bro. Cotman served the Midwestern Region from 1985 to 1988. The charismatic Cotman launched a bid to become the 27th General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Bro. Cotman was successful in becoming one of the two final contenders. Unfortunately, Bro. Cotman’s campaign fell short and Bro. Henry Ponder became General President.

BRO. DENNIS W. ARCHER

1988 | Alpha Development Corporation filed its Articles of Incorporation in the office of the Michigan Corporation and Securities Commission on March 9, 1988. 1991 | Bro. Larry E. Boatwright became the 40th President of Gamma Lambda. Bro. Boatwright who was initiated in 1988, was also the youngest president in terms of years in the fraternity to attain the highest position. He is also the longest tenured president in the history of the chapter, serving five consecutive terms.

1991 | In coordination with a local Boy Scout troop, Gamma Lambda participates in Meals on Wheels for the first time. The chapter continues this tradition by delivering meals on Christmas, Easter, Labor Day and Thanksgiving each year. 1994 | Bro. Dennis Archer was elected as Mayor of Detroit. He would go on to win re-election in 1998. During Archer’s tenure as mayor, Detroit experienced a decrease in crime and an increase in economic growth.

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Gamma Lambda Chapter Presidents: 1996-2019

Kenneth C. Jordan 41st Chapter President 1996-2000

Stephen R. Spence 42nd Chapter President 2000-2001

George W. Watkins 43rd Chapter President 2001-2004

1996 MIDWESTERN REGIONAL CONVENTION 32

William J. Lyons, IV 44th Chapter President 2004-2006

Burke M. Gaddis 47th Chapter President 2012-2015

Alonzo F. Terry, Jr 45th Chapter President 2006-2009

Kamau C. Marable 48th Chapter President 2015-2018

Richard T. James, Jr 46th Chapter President 2009-2012

Alburn H. Elvin, Jr 49th Chapter President 2018-Present

1996 | The 74th Midwestern Regional Convention was hosted by the Gamma Lambda Chapter, April 25-28, 1996, in Detroit, Michigan at the Westin Hotel. Bro. Larry E. Boatwright served as the chairman of the planning committee. 1999 | Bro. Harold D. Pope was elected President of the National BAR Association and would later serve on the American Bar Association Board of Governors. 2001 | Bro. David S. Robinson, Jr. was elected Justice of the 36th District Court. 32

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74th Midwestern Regional Convention Souvenir Journal

2001 | Bro. Craig Strong was named Justice of the 3rd Circuit Court Michigan. 2001 | Bro. Kwame Kilpatrick was elected as Mayor of Detroit. He became the youngest mayor of Detroit when he was elected at age 31.

BACK VIEW OF THE HISTORIC ALPHA HOUSE

2002 | The chapter mounted a massive fundraising and awareness campaign to raise money for the Martin Luther King Memorial to be built in Washington D.C. President George W. Watkins selected Robert Hawkins, a prominent member of the chapter to lead the effort. The formal fundraiser netted more than $77,000 for the memorial, which launched other major fundraising and contributions in the state of Michigan. The Martin Luther King Fundraiser serves as the largest fundraising effort in chapterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history.

2002 | Renovations begin on the Historic Alpha House in preparation for the 2003 General Convention in Detroit. The Alpha House was equipped with state-ofthe-art technology for the time, an industrial kitchen, a new bar area and a number of other changes.

2006 GAMMA LAMBDA EXECUTIVE BOARD

2003 | 85th General Convention/97th Anniversary Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was hosted by Gamma Lambda and Pi Upsilon, July 31 - August 5, 2003 in Detroit, Michigan.

2003 | Bro. Reginald Turner was named to the Michigan State Board of Education. He was re-elected to 2006.

2006 | The brothers of the Midwestern Region descended upon the city of Dearborn, Michigan to celebrate 100 Years of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The Seventy-fourth Midwestern Regional Convention: A Century of Spirit and Brotherhood, A Lifetime of Service and Culture was held on March 31, 2006 through April 2, 2006 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. The convention was hosted by Gamma Lambda, Pi Upsilon and Theta Tau Chapters. Bro. Mark S. Tillman served as the chairman of the planning committee.

85th General Convention/97th Anniversary Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Souvenir Journal

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ALPHA ESQUIRES, NOVEMBER 2009

2007 | The Gamma Lambda Community Development Corporation was established in May 2007 as a private, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Under the guidance of Past President Alonzo F. Terry, Jr., Past President William J. Lyons, IV and Past President Dr. Richard T. James, Jr., this non-profit has a purpose to create programs that educate and enhance the lives of urban, at-risk males.

2007 | The Alpha Teens, which later became the Alpha Esquire MENtor Program, held their first meeting on Wednesday, October 3, 2007. The Brothers of Gamma Lambda Chapter felt both a need and a duty to reach out into the community at large to reclaim and reconnect with our young African American males.

2007 | Championed by Bro. Donald Snider, Gamma Lambda held the first Alpha Phi Alpha Brotherhood Breakfast Forum.

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FIRST GAMMA LAMBDA ALPHA ESQUIRE BEAUTILLION, MAY 2010

2007 | Bro. Gene Derricotte was one of six surviving Tuskegee Airmen honored at a ceremony held in Washington, D.C., where they were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of their service to the United States. 2008 | Barack H. Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States. 2009 | Bro. Richard E. Smith, M.D. was elected as the first African American President of the Michigan State Medical Society / American Medical Society.

2010 | Gamma Lambdaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Beautillion was a lavish affair held in May 2010 at the Detroit Marriott in the Renaissance Center in downtown Detroit. Fifteen young men were presented to society. All attended colleges and universities across the country that Fall. This event raised money for scholarships to assist them in their academic endeavors.

BRO. RODERICK D. GILLUM

2011 | Bro. Dr. Antoine M. Garibaldi named President of University of Detroit Mercy in Detroit, Michigan. 2011 | The National Martin Luther King Memorial in Washington, DC was dedicated. Bro. Roderick Gillum served as Chairman of the Board of MLK Memorial Foundation.

BRO. MARK S. TILLMAN WITH PRESIDENT AND MRS. OBAMA

2015 | For the first time, Team Gamma Lambda exceeded the fundraising milestone of $10,000 for the March of Dimes March for Babies. Since 2013, our chapter has raised more than $66,000 for March of Dimes.

BRO. STANLEY WALDON AND BRO. GEORGE SHIRLEY

2015 | The Gamma Lambda Chapter was awarded 2015 Outstanding Alumni Chapter of the Year at the 93rd General Convention/109th Anniversary Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina on August 8.

2013 | Bro. Mark S. Tillman was installed as 34th General President, serving from 2013 until 2015. He was the first Gamma Lambda brother elected to this esteemed position.

2017 | The Musical Voices of Alpha was held on April 23, 2017 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Featuring Brothers George Shirley (Tenor), Stanley Waldon (Accompanist), Darnell Ishmel (Baritone), Marqueal Jordan (Saxophonist), Braxton Davis (Singer) and the Alpha All-Star Band. Bro. Donald Snider served as the Master of Ceremonies. The theme was “It’s A Man’s World”, celebrating the duet of the soulful music of the legendary James Brown and Italian world renowned opera singer, Luciano Pavarotti.

GAMMA LAMBDA AWARDED 2015 OUTSTANDING ALUMNI CHAPTER OF THE YEAR

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FALL 2017 PROBATE SHOW - E.L.I.T.E. 8

2017 | Gamma Lambda held its first Alumni Chapter Probate Show, which featured the public presentation of Fall 2017 initiates E.L.I.T.E. 8 in front of the Historic Alpha House. 2018 | Bro. William Pickard, 2001 Michiganian of the Year and National Chair of APA Economic Development Committee delivers an exceptional Keynote Address at the Gamma Lambda Founders’ Day Celebration entitled “The Power of Brotherhood.”

2019 | Bro Reginald Armstrong was honored with the Dr. Leonard Sain Distinguished and Esteemed Alumni Award by the University of Michigan’s African American Black Alumni Association for his “outstanding achievements and service in their field of human endeavor.”

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2019 MICHIGAN CHRONICLE MEN OF EXCELLENCE AWARD RECIPIENTS

2019 | Project Alpha, a national collaboration with the March of Dimes, entered its 40th year. This collaborative project is designed to provide education, motivation and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, for young males ages 12-15 years. Gamma Lambda is a leading chapter in its success and has worked with more than 300 Detroit-area young men teens in the ninth grade.

2019 | Three Gamma Lambda Brothers, President Alburn H. Elvin Jr., Esq., Kenneth Kelly, and Harold D. Pope, were honored as a 2019 Michigan Chronicle Men of Excellence Award Winners. This award is presented to community leaders who exemplify professionalism and an extraordinary commitment to their community. Other Gamma Lambda brothers have received this honor over the years.

100 Years of Service to the Detroit Community

e are dedicated to supporting the development of future leaders through service. Our programs and initiatives have supported consistent financial contributions to students with more than $450,000 in scholarships, and more than $66,000 to March of Dimes to fight premature birth. In addition to these efforts, we’ve provided annual support to Meals on Wheels, Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS), American Cancer Society – Relay for Life, Gleaner’s Food Bank, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Boy Scouts of America, United Negro College Fund, and a host of other community focused events.

Gamma Lambda Chapter Roster of Active Members

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Rico Alexander John Ambrose George N. Anthony Eric Apple Dennis W. Archer Ickford Archer Reginald Armstrong Wayne Askew Nyanatee Bailey Desmond Baker Lloyd Banks, III Roderick L. Beard Scott Benson Martell Bivings Matthew W. Blount, Jr. Larry E. Boatwright Arden Bolden, Jr. Albert R. Boswell, Jr. Rohman Bounds Jeremy D. Bowie Craig S. Boyd James T. Bradford Merlton L. Brandenberg Ivan Branson Brandon Brice Bradford Brown Furney Brown Kurtis Brown Paul D. Bryant Jamil O. Buie Samuel H. Bullock, III Ulysses Burdell Ronald Butler Andre Camp Harvey M. Christian RaShawn Ciers Kevin Clark Clifton Clarke, III Lawrence Claxton Tom Clemons, Jr.

Gregory Coble Ted Colbert Ronald Coleman Marvin Cooke Joseph B. Corbett Darreaus Cornay Ivan L. Cotman Ω Lawrence Crawford DonTai Crump Justin M. Curry Noel S. Davidson Douglass Diggs Ω Ken Donaldson A. Richard Doss Ebbin D. Dotson Ocie Drake, Jr. Arthur Dudley, II Daryl Duncan Robert Dunford Gregory Dunmore Ethan Dunn Shedrick El-Amin Alburn H. Elvin, Jr. Don Estill Darwyn Fair Harding Fears Milton Fletcher Kenneth J. Flowers Burke M. Gaddis John Gardner Antoine M. Garibaldi Jeffery Gilchrist Charles E. Gilford Ω Frank Gillespie Jesse F. Goodwin Marvin O. Goodwin George A. Goff Kevin Grant Adrian L. Green Andre L. Green

John E. Green, Jr. Carter Grimmett Michael S. Guiracocha Cornel Guy Raymond Hall, II Charles J. Hamilton Kyles O. Hamilton, Jr. Kyles O. Hamilton, Sr. Arthur Hampton, Jr. LaMont D. Hampton Hampton Hanable, Jr. Carl Hankins Sean Harness Victor D. Harrell Jon-Phillip Harrold Ahmad Hassan Terrence Haugabook Robert B. Hawkins Woodrow Haywood James W. Heath David B. Henderson John Henderson Stacey Henderson Tony Curtis Henderson William Herbert Patrick Hines Adam Hollier Ty Houston William Huddleston Darryl Hunter Norman C. Hurns, Sr. Arthur Jack, Jr. Arthur Lee Jackson, III Carlson Jackson Kent C. Jackson John James Arthur Jefferson Eric D. Jenkins Alex J. Johnson, IV

Donovan Johnson Terrence Johnson Carlos Jones Mark K. Jones Kenneth C. Jordan Bryan C. Joyce Chris Keaton Damon J. Keith Ω Kenneth Kelly Kevin M. Kendrick Cheven Kimbrough Chad King Marc D. King Jonathan L. Kirkland Lawrence S. Lackey, Jr. Edgar Lewis, Jr. Patrick Lindsey Quentin Lott William J. Lyons, IV Jason Malone Lawrence I. Manning Kamau C. Marable Steve Mason Carlton K. McAfee Aaron McIver Matthew Mebane Bernard Morgan, II Toine Murphy David Murray Phares Noel, II Cecil J. Norde, Jr. David Northcross Jeffrey Nzoma Gregory O’Neal Kirk Parker Chuck R. Patton, II Huel A. Perkins Ronald Q. Perkins, Jr. Todd A. Perkins

William F. Pickard Ramond V. Pilgrim Harold D. Pope Harold A. Pope Jay W. Prestage Ozie H. Pye, IV John Randle, Sr. Jason Rashaad Jasper Rayborn Charles Reese Michael Reeves James Ribbron Keith Richardson Daniel Ridgeway Damon G. Rodgers Jeremy Rogers William S. Rogers Joseph B. Samples, III Nelson Saunders Christopher Segue Stephen E. Shepherd Eric Sloan Denzel R. Smith Frederick J. Smith Kevin P. Smith Richard E. Smith Shawn Smith Donald E. Snider Robert A. Solomon Michael Sparks Stephen R. Spence Roderick Spratling Kevin Stone Craig S. Strong O’Neil D. Swanson, Sr. Russell Talbert James Tate Alonzo F. Terry, Jr. Jeremy L. Thomas

David Tillman Mark S. Tillman Harry C. Todd Daniel J. Tounsel Jonathan M. Trout Harold Tubbs Landon Tucker Norris G. Turner, Sr. Ω Reginald Turner Odie Uddyback, III Stanley Waldon Donald Walker, Jr. Corey Ward Donald Warren Larry Warren Gregory Washington Terrence Washington George Watson George W. Watkins Tyrone Weeks Leven C. Weiss Alton J. White, Sr. Isiah White Donnie Whitley Reuben Wiley Anthony Will Brian D. Williams Christian Williams Douglas Williams John E. Williams, Jr. Kevin Williams Sam Williams Thomas Williams Urrond Williams Carlyle Wimberly James “Jimmy” Womack Walter Woods Mark Yancy, Jr. Archie Young

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2018 - 2019 GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER OFFICERS & COMMITTEE CHAIRS Chapter Officers

Committee Chairs/National Programs

Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq..........................49th Chapter President Vice-President Kyles O. Hamilton, Sr., JD......................................... Alex J. Johnson, IV.........................................Recording Secretary Jeremy L. Thomas................................Corresponding Secretary Carlton K. McAfee............................................. Financial Secretary Treasurer John Randle, Sr........................................................................ William S. Rogers............................ Dean of Membership Intake

Stephen E. Shepherd........................................National Programs Clifton Clarke, III...............Go–To–High School, Go–To–College Quentin Lott &......... A Voteless People is a Hopeless People Terrence Johnson Craig Boyd........................................................................Project Alpha Carlton K. McAfee....................................................... Brother’s Keeper Kevin L. Clark......................................................Community Service Charles J. Hamilton...................................... Spirit and Step Team Bernard Morgan II.....................................................March of Dimes Michael S. Guiracocha.............Special Chapter Projects Chair Stephen E. Shepherd &.................................. Chapter of the Year Corey Ward Jeremy L. Thomas................................................... Media Outreach Jonathan L. Kirkland.................................. Council of Counselors Alonzo F. Terry, Jr..........................................Council of Presidents

Executive Board Craig S. Boyd Harvey M. Christian Stephen E. Shepherd

Jamil O. Buie Keith B. Richardson

President’s Cabinet Tony C. Henderson................................................................. Chaplain Jonathan M. Trout............... Director of Educational Activities Jeremy L. Thomas................... Associate Editor of The Sphinx Historian Brian D. Williams...................................................................... Parliamentarian Ronald Q. Perkins, Jr............................................... Sergeant-At-Arms Michael S. Guiracocha...................................... William J. Lyons, IV & Isiah White................House Committee Alonzo F. Terry, Jr................................... Constitution Committee Jamil O. Buie......................................... Entertainment Committee Kenneth C. Jordan................................................Ritual Committee Alonzo F. Terry, Jr...........................................Judiciary Committee Kenneth C. Jordan........................................ Elections Committee Carlton K. McAfee....................... Budget & Finance Committee Jay W. Prestage &....................... Strategic Alliance Committee Ronald Q. Perkins, Jr. John E. Green, Jr...........Reclamation & Retention Committee Alex J. Johnson, IV &............................ Membership Committee William S. Rogers

Event Chairs Robert Hawkins,....................................... National Founders’ Day Kevin Kendrick & Harry Todd Toine D. Murphy...............................................M.L.K. Day of Service Keith B. Richardson.................................... Chapter Founders’ Day Desmond Baker &....................................................... Chapter Picnic Jon-Phillip Harold Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq........................... Spring & Summer Fundraiser Landon E. Tucker &...........................................................Golf Outing Donald Warren

MARCH OF DIMES, TEAM GAMMA LAMBDA, 2019

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PATRONS ~ THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Alicia Kirk (ΔΣΘ - Southfield Alumnae)

Bro. Kelly B. Pratt, III (#1 POLO, Spring ‘90 PZ)

Angelia Allison (ΔΣΘ - AT ‘82)

Bro. Kent Smith, Jr. (BΣ ‘91), President - Langston University

Angelique Strong Marks

Bro. LaRence Snowden (SU-Baton Rouge, ΒΣ ‘82)

April Leahy (ΔΣΘ - ΓΥ ‘03)

Bro. Lawrence I. Manning (SOLO - Pi Upsilon - Fall 2004)

Bernadine Lothery

Bro. Lee (ΓHΛ ‘89) & Michelle (AKA - BΨ ‘89) Hampton

Bro. Alex (BΣ ‘90) & Tameka Pero

Bro. Marcus D. Spencer (BΣ ‘92)

Bro. Alvin Augustus (BΣ ‘92)

Bro. Marcus Wilson (E ‘03)

Bro. Brandon J. Pitts, Ph.D. (ΘΖΛ ‘14)

Bro. Michael Beard (ΒΣ ‘78 - “Iago”)

Bro. Clarence McCollum (AP ‘87)

Bro. Paul D. Ashley (AM ‘88)

Bro. Darrin Dixon (BΣ ‘90)

Bro. Reginald Johnson (BΣ ‘87)

Bro. Darryl (ΔΞ) and Mrs. Terri (ΔΣΘ - SAC) Long-Miller

Bro. Richard Mansfield (AH ‘81 - LM#12667)

Bro. Darryl Langford (ΒΣ ‘87 and ΣOΛ), Lt. Col. (Ret) US Army

Bro. Robert McDonald III (ΔΡΛ), San Antonio, TX

Bro. Eric “Esteevz” Stephens (AE ‘91)

Bro. Robin S. Robinson (BΣ ‘90)

Bro. Everett D. Early, Sr. (BΣ ‘89)

Bro. Ron Smith (BΣ ‘90)

Bro. Gregory D. Turner (BΣ ‘85)

Bro. Sam Brinson (ZΠ ‘10) Photography: @samwiththecam1

Bro. Keith Mott (BΣ ‘91)

Bro. Demetrius Tickles, Initiated Beta Sigma - Fall 1979

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OF OUR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA C. Yvette Moody, Baton Rouge

Congratulations from the McMillians’ of Portland, OR

Cassandra Lewis (AKA - ΦΩ Chapter, Winston-Salem, NC)

Congratulations GL on 100 years! Yvette Biggs

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Congratulations GL on your Centennial! L. Curry-Walker

Chastity Pratt, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc., U-M, Spring ‘95

Congratulations GL! Bro. Derrick Parham (BΣ ’81)

Cheryl L. Harvey, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.

Congratulations GL! Bro. Willard B. Sims (ΒΣ ‘87)

Chrystal Benson, Tri-County MD Alumnae - ΔΣΘ Sorority, Inc.

Congratulations GL! Che Sims (AKA - ΓΜ ‘90 and TAΩ)

Congrats ΓΛ on 100 yrs from E Chapter! Anthony W. ‘89

Congratulations GL! Kelly Tinsley (AKA - TAΩ ‘95)

Congrats GL from Faith D. Jackson (SU-ΔΣΘ Alpha Tau ‘86)

Congratulations GL! Ursula Lincoln (ΔΣΘ – Southfield Alumnae)

Congrats GL on 100 years! Bro. Terence M. Goree (BΣ ‘79 & BΛ)

Congratulations Jay and GL! Richard W. Taylor

Congrats JP and Gamma Lambda on 100 years! Talona Johnson

Congratulations Jay Prestage & GL! Kimberly J. August, Esq.

Congrats on 100 years & counting! Fraternally, Bro. Maury Stokes

Congratulations Jay Prestage & GL! Weldon A. August, II

Congrats on 100 years! Mario Rose

Congratulations Jay Prestage! Mrs. Jamayca Henderson

Congrats on your Centennial! Tosha Cox - dvtees.com

Congratulations Jay! Sam (ΩΨΦ) & Vivian (ΔΣΘ) Kirkland

Congrats to the Alphas & Our Dad Brian Williams - Brandon & Ava

Congratulations on 100 years of service! Antoinette Turner

Congratulations Alphas!! Vonda Brown

Congratulations on 100 years! Alicia Jay White

Congratulations Bro. Rod Spratling! Bruce and Cynthia Spencer

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PATRONS ~ THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Congratulations on 100 years! April Brumfield (AKA – BΨ ‘99)

Congratulations on 100 years! Kristina E. Taylor

Congratulations on 100 years! Bro. James Hill (ΒΣ ‘87)

Congratulations on 100 years! Lisa Givens (AKA - BΨ ‘89)

Congratulations on 100 years! Bro. Kyle Duplechain (IΞΛ)

Congratulations on 100 years! Mr. & Mrs. Justin Kimpson

Congratulations on 100 years! Bro. Rich Koger (BΔ ‘83)

Congratulations on 100 years! Mr. & Mrs. Michael Brown

Congratulations on 100 years! Bro. Samuel M. Andrews (EKΛ)

Congratulations on 100 years! Mr. & Mrs. Otis Kirkland, III

Congratulations on 100 years! Carine Hails (AKA - BH ‘89)

Congratulations on 100 years! Van & Tanika Newborn

Congratulations on 100 years! Cheri Simmons

Congratulations on your Centennial Anniversary! Jennifer Harris

Congratulations on 100 years! Danielle A. Nunn

Congratulations on your Centennial Year! S. Hurst (ΔΣΘ)

Congratulations on 100 years! Debora A. Brown

Congratulations on your Centennial! Dr. & Mrs. Paul D. Adams

Congratulations on 100 years! Elwood Hampton, Apple Valley, CA

Congratulations on your Centennial! Jeremy Kearney

Congratulations on 100 years! Eric Farmer (ΩΨΦ)

Congratulations to the Men of AΦA, Kraig Carrere ΩΨΦ

Congratulations on 100 years! Fidel (ΦΒΣ) and Yvette Atchison

Congratulations! Aaron & Shalika (AKA – ΘΤ ‘09) Sanders

Congratulations on 100 years! Janecki A. Nance, Esq. (AKA)

Congratulations! Bro. Edward Jackson

Congratulations on 100 years! Jonikka Porter (AKA - BH ‘92)

Congratulations! Bro. Loveless Johnson, III (BΣ ‘86)

Congratulations on 100 years! Kay Darden

Congratulations! Bro. Walter George, III (BΣ ‘89)

Congratulations on 100 years! Kelly E. Taylor

Congratulations! Casey Smith

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OF OUR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA Congratulations! Henry L. Thurman, III (ΩΨΦ - ΒΣ ‘92)

Deborah A. Young (Member, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.)

Congratulations! Leslie Miller (AKA - Gamma Tau ‘90)

DeCheena Tillman (AKA - ΠΤΩ)

Congratulations! Melanie Cates

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Congratulations! Nilda Glenn Thomas (AKA & former Alpha Angel)

Dewey J. Minor (SUBR ‘88, KAΨ Fraternity, Inc.)

Congratulations! Robert Thomas (ΩΨΦ ΩΨΦ ΩΨΦ ΩΨΦ)

Deweylan J. Harris

Congratulations! Ronald Frank (ΦΒΣ)

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Congratulations! Robert Paster (KAΨ)

Dr. Gail M. Evans Grayson (ΔΣΘ - HX ‘95)

Congratulations! Rosemary Williams (ΔΣΘ – Southfield Alumnae)

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings (ΔΣΘ - HB ‘92, Nightcourt)

Congratulations! Steve & Trena Burgan and Family

Eleanor Manning Miller, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Life

Congratulations! The Hildreth Family

Felicia Hunter (Delta Sigma Theta – Southfield Alumnae Chapter)

Congratulations! The Ward Family, Austin, TX (via Detroit)

Gamma Lambda Education Foundation - Moving Society Forward

Congratulations! Tiffani N. Patterson

Gerard Andrews (ΩΨΦ - NK ‘88)

Congratulations! Tracie Woods (ΔΣΘ– AT ’82)

Gloria Stinson and Family

Congratulations! Vanessa Caston LaFleur (AKA - BΨ ‘88)

Greta Carey Peoples, Stella & Dot Independent Stylist

Crystal Gordon (ΔΣΘ -ΓΥ, Fall ‘03)

Happy 100th Anniversary GL! Linda & Michael Sparks

David (AΦA - ΓΦ ‘87) and Tammy (ΔΣΘ - ΓΤ ‘90) Brooks

Happy 100th Gamma Lambda! Stephanie Jones (ΔΣΘ) CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN | OCTOBER 19, 2019

PATRONS ~ THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Happy 100th GL! Onward & Upward -- Bro. Keyonn Pope (BΣ ‘02)

Kyle Williams (ΚΑΨ - Sfld Alumni) #1, “5 KOLLECTIVE S.O.U.L.S.”

Happy Centennial Alphaversary GL! Carla Patrick-Fagan (ΔΣΘ)

LaQuitta A. Thomas, SU Alumni Federation National President

Hon. Kameshia Gant (ΔΣΘ - Nu Chapter ‘96)

LaRonda M. Paden (AKA - APΩ)

Humble Takeover Apparel, Nick Harris, CEO humbletakeover.com

Latricia C. Hemphill, President, SUAF-Detroit Chapter

In Memory of Tommie J. Simpson

Lauren & Cecelia Rose Prestage

Jason D. Lee & Family / Junior Achievement of Southeastern MI

Leah Sanders Parks (AKA - TAΩ ‘03)

Jeanette M. Abraham

Life Member Bro. Juan Jones (BΣ ‘77) and Jeanie Jones

Jelynne LeBlanc Burley (AKA Legacy - BΨ - T-28, Fall ‘79)

Little Miss Parker Jai Mosley

Joseph A. Gwynn (Beta Iota Chapter) Winston Salem St. U - ‘62

Lois E. Bingham, Esq. (ΔΣΘ - EΦ ‘87), Past Detroit Alumnae Pres.

Joye Watts Mosley (ΔΣΘ)

Lonnell & Lorraine (ΔΣΘ - ΔΒ ‘76) Hurst

Judge Tarvald Smith (AΦA – BΣ ‘89)

Lori P. Wesby (AKA - TAΩ Chapter Hodegos)

K. Yasin Moon-Smith, Author & Children’s Literacy Advocate

LTC (R) Eddy Hogan (AΦA - BΣ ‘87)

Karatbars Int’l https://www.karatgold.sg/?s=omegapsiphi1911

March of Dimes Team Alpha GL will always listen with their heart!

Karyn Neely Williams

Mardi Woods, New York Life

Katrina Y. Emery (AKA - TIΩ, Slidell, LA)

Mr. & Mrs. James Bailey, III

Keep up the great work Gamma Lambda! Bro. Senai Barlow

Mr. & Mrs. Warren Grant

Kevin D. Kyles, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Mr. Derek Ware

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED | GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER

OF OUR CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA Mr. Vernon English

Samuel D. Abrams (KAΨ - Detroit Alumni)

Mrs. Marci Chapman McKenna (ΔΣΘ - AT ‘88)

Simona S. Miller (AKA - TAΩ ‘99)

Nannette R. Kelly, Ph.D.

So proud of my ΓΛ brothers - Soror Leslie Andrews

Nesha Watts

Sonya Byers (ΔΣΘ - Suburban Houston Ft. Bend Alumnae ‘19)

Nikki Britto

Soror Arese L. Robinson, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Nikki Pardo

T. Harvill, Financial Advisor Tiffany.Harvill@edwardjones.com

Nollie & DeLisa Rodney

Tammi Wells-Woods (ΔΣΘ - OZ ‘93)

Pastor David Johnson, Destiny Generation Church

Tawana Harris Wess (ΔΣΘ - Pontiac Alumnae ‘96)

Pia Millican (AKA - BΨ ‘88) PIApromo.com

Terri’s Cakes Detroit

Plymouth Church and ΓΛ giving all the glory to God for 100 years!

The Law Office of C. A. Harris, PLLC

Presslee Robinson, Jr.

The Miracles Foundation

Rhiannon Crawford (ZΦΒ) https://facebook.com/SugarRhiSweets

Toyia Charles-Comminey (AKA - Nu Gamma Omega)

Rhonda Matthews McMillan (ΔΣΘ - AT ‘90)

Troi “Felicity” Abner (AKA - Xi Chapter ‘91, EMU)

Robert & Roxanne Chatman

Venus J. Brown (07-SAC-08, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.)

Robert August (KAΨ - AΣ ‘88)

www.AfricanAmwericanMarriageCounseling.com

Ronda Floyd Smith

Yolanda Durfield (ΔΣΘ Diamond Life Member)

Rutland Strategies, LLC

Yolander Albert Smith (ΔΣΘ - AΤ ‘87) CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION GALA | DETROIT, MICHIGAN | OCTOBER 19, 2019

Goodwill is the Monarch of this House

“On account of the proximity of Epsilon Chapter at the University of Michigan, Detroit was constantly favored with the presence of many Alpha Phi Alpha Men, and as a result the city could boast of an unofficial chapter prior to its installation” - The History of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity- Charles H. Wesley

Congratulations, We Salute the Great Alpha Men of Gamma Lambda Chapter 1919, from the Smith Men of Epsilon Chapter 1909 *110 Years of Scholarship and Excellence* Leaders & Best

Richard E. Smith II, U of M PhD. Candidate, Epsilon 2011; Frederick J. Smith, JD Epsilon 1974; Richard E. Smith, MD Epsilon 1970; Edgar R. Smith, BS Epsilon 1949 (70th Year Alpha) “The function of the university is not simply to teach breadwinning, or to furnish teachers for the public schools, or to be a center of polite society; it is, above all, to be the organ of that fine adjustment between real life and the growing knowledge of life, an adjustment from which forms the secret of civilization.” -W.E.B. Dubois PhD. Epsilon Chapter, 1909

First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All

Thank You

Gamma Lambda Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

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100 Years of Service

******* Law Office of Denise M. Hudson Ford Building 615 Griswold, Suite 1626 Detroit, MI 48226 (313) 964-5945 Bro. George N. Anthony, Esq.

A Phi A, Alpha Upsilon ‘70

Denise M. Hudson, Esq.

AKA, Delta Zeta ‘68

CONGRATULATIONS GAMMA LAMBDA CHAPTER Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated ®

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, IncorporatedÂŽ Theta Lambda Omega Chapter Serving the Pontiac Community Since 1966

Southfield Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. & The Torch of Wisdom Foundation, Inc.

Best Wishes to Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Gamma Lambda Chapter on your Centennial Celebration and Gala!

Cheryl D. Blake, President 2019-2020 Executive Board Officers Kathi M. Evans (1 Vice President), Carol Ellis- Polakowski (2nd Vice President), Alesha Mitchell (Secretary), Karmen Davis (Assistant Secretary), Jenine Elbert (Treasurer), Donita Cordell (Financial Secretary), Mashonda Wilson (Corresponding Secretary), Tesha Long (Sergeant-At-Arms), Vivian Terry (Social and Welfare), Tamara Nelson (Membership Chairman), Angela L. Davis (Graduate Advisor), Yvette Keyes (Ivy Leaf Reporter), Keisha Davis (Public Relations), Andrea Williams, (Parliamentarian), Dr. Janice Green (Historian) Dr. Patricia Cordell (Chaplain) st

Congratulates Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Lambda Chapter as you celebrateÂ 100 Years of service to the Detroit Community.

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Congratulations to the Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Lambda Chapter on 100 Years of Service to the Detroit Community from the Sisters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Inkster Alumnae Chapter join us as we celebrate our 60th Anniversary

Igniting A.N.G.L.E.S. of Community Service since 1959 Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Paulette C. Walker, 25th National President Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Saturday, December 14, 2019 5 pm - 11 pm The Dearborn Inn Reserve a room by November 22nd formal/Semi-Formal attire Tickets: $100 visit our website at www.inksterdeltas.org Helena Williams 60th Anniversary Chair

Dr. Kennetha S. Mentor Chapter President

Angela Jack 60th Anniversary Co-Chair

Kappa Psi Lambda Chapter Kalamazoo/Battle Creek, Michigan

Congratulations to the brothers of Gamma Lambda on celebrating their centennial!

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gamma Lambda Chapter Detroit, Michigan on your

Centennial Gala Saturday, October 19, 2019 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, IncorporatedÂŽ Eta Iota Omega Chapter Inkster, Michigan Danielle C. Williams, President Judith Hand, 1st Vice President Gwendolyn McGhee, 2nd Vice President

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MENES 2 SOCIETY Congratulations

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Celebrating 100 years of BROTHERHOOD

Reuben Wiley & Ronald Cheek, Jr. ΓΛ, 11 - 05 - 05

Congratulations Brothers of Gamma Lambda

BROTHER ROGER WILLIAMS SPRING '88 - ALPHA OMICRON JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY

CONGRATULATIONS Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated Gamma Lambda Chapter – Detroit, Michigan Alburn H. Elvin, Jr., Esq., President On the occasion of 100 years of Outstanding Service

From Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® Omega Epsilon Omega Chapter — Novi, Michigan

Chapter Officers President: E. Jean Randolph Vice President: Linda Hamlet Alberta Britton Gwen Bynum Millicent Chambers Crystal Cross Jaronique Devezin Kimiko Donaldson Rochelle Dorn-Hayes Valarie Foulks Shamari Hamlet Denise Holiday Ketra Lewis Joi Silver

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Autographs

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C E N T E N N I A L C E L E B R AT I O N

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