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Rudolph Harris Curtis Hunigan Fred Valentine Horace Dawson, Jr. Paul Cotton A. Gilbert Douglas Ryland Harris Mark Jones Andre Lucas Kenneth Hobart Derrick Butts John Mark-Williams
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Jeremy Triplett Mikael LaRoche Joseph Housey, III Jason Clark Mark Ross Louis Ford James Heck Eddie Neal Gerard Williams Garrett Miller Adrian James O. Jackson Cole, Jr.
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Albert Williams Lucius Brown Marcel Desroches Kellen Moore Jamison Taylor, Jr. Mathew Aaron, Jr. Sean Perkins James Harmon Larry Ware Frank King Antonio King Rudolph McGann, Jr.
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Alvin Reaves, III Ryle Bell Drew Love Colin Campbell Bryant Young Arthur King Charvis Campbell LeRoy Lowery, III Joseph Paul Timothy Fitzgerald Jason Jefferson Samuel Armstrong
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TWO JEWELS & TWENTY MEN OF ALPHA OUR CHAPTER
Mu Lambda is Alpha's eleventh alumni chapter, chartered October 1, 1923, in Washington D.C. The chapter was established, in part, in response to the desire of graduate brothers, many whom were initiated into Beta Chapter at Howard University, to give aid to the undergraduate brothers and continue the work of Alpha. Chartered by 22 distingushed men of Alpha which included Jewel Nathaniel Allison Murray and Jewel Robert Harold Ogle.
CHAPTER LEGACY
There has been six members who served as the General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and two whom served as the Eastern Region Vice President. Mu Lambda is equally proud of our current brothers making their mark in the Washington D.C. community and beyond. Our chapter has many entrepreneurs, activists, political leaders, philanthropists, academicians, ministers and so much more. Our diverse brotherhood age range is between the ages of 25 and 98. We all work together to maximize the brotherhood of Alpha by following the Objective, Mission and AIMS of our Fraternity.
FIRST OFFICERS
The officers elected at the first meeting were Brother Harold Stratton-President, Brother John Lowery-Vice President, Brother Victor Daly-Secretary, Brother Daniel W. Edmonds-Treasurer, and Brother Nathaniel Allison Murray (Jewel)Chaplain. Mu Lambda was thus established and was on its way into history!
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In this Issue
Cover 1 Front Cover Picture by Names 2 In this Issue 3 Executive Board, Committee Chairs, Charter Members, Past Presidents 4 The Presidents’ Message 5 The Vice-Presidents’ Message 6 Brotherhood Garage Sale Auction 7 B24-0011 Alpha Phi Alpha Way Designation Act of 2021 8 Birthdays and Alphaversaries / Happy 98th Birthday Brother Arlester Brown 9 Wlcome New Brothers 10 Congratulation Mu Lambda Brother Lloyd T. McGriff 12 Alpha Phi Alpha Way 13 Message from the Community Service Chair 15 Black Panther director Ryan Coogler speaks out after being mistakenly suspected of attempted robbery 16 Annual Brother Fred Valentine Brotherhood Softball Classic 17 Brother Curtis Hunigan will be burial 18 Message from the Health and Wellness Committee 23 Message from the Brother’s Keeper Committee, Message from the Technology Committee 24 MAAC 30th Anniversary Highlights, The Mighty MAAC Chapters Showed up to support Eta Eta Lambda 25 ALPHA NATION SALUTES OUR BROTHER 26 We Mentor, We Advocate, We Serve, We Lead 27 Mu Lambda Foundation Meeting 28 Brother Vincent Orange 2022 29 Beta Chapter Spring 2022 30 WILL DID A BAD THING 32 ERC90 35 Alpha Wives of DC 36 House of Ruth DC 37 The Jewel Lounge 38 Literary Society 39 Food of the month 40 Dessert of the month 41 Drink of the Month 42 Alpha Elite App Now Available 43 Calendar of Events 44 Advertise with us 45 Domino’s 46 AKSTAR Apparel 47 Everything Co-op Radio Show 48 East State Street Band 49 Exit Realty: Brother Albert A. Williams 50 Financial Planning Needs Prostate Cancer a Family Affair 51 The New Mu Lambda Chapter App is Here 52 Chapter App by Publicall Telecommunications 53 Message from the Editor 54 Esprit de Fraternite MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Executive Board
Committee Chairs
Charter Members
Past Presidents
President John “Tony” Wilson
Auditing A.J. Jones
Vice President Mikael LaRoche
Brother’s Keeper Carlos DeBose
Recording Secretary Jason Jefferson
Budget and Finance Vernon Oakes
Arthur Curtis* Merrill H. Curtis* Victor R. Daly* Eugene L. C. Davidson* Arnold Donawa* Walter Garvin* William L. Hansberry* Charles H. Houston* Edward Howard* Joseph R. Jones* R. Frank Jones* J Edward Lowery* Clarence H. Mills* Jewel Nathaniel Allison Murray* Norman L. McGhee* FN4 Jewel Robert Harold Ogle* Louis H. Russell* James N. Saunders* Emory B. Smith* Harold C. Stratton* J.H.N. Waring* Charles H. Wesley* FN3
1. Harold Stratton* 1923-1924 2. Howard H. Long* FN2 3. Charles H. Wesley* 1926-1928 4. Frank Adams* 5. R. Frank Jones* 6. James B. Browning* 7. Jewel Henry Arthur Callis* FN1 8. U. Simpson Tate* 9. Claude Ferebee* 10. George O. Butler* 11. C.C. House* 1938-1940 12. Verdie L. Robinson* 13. Walter M. Booker* FN5 14. Jack Bond* 15. Millard R. Dean* 16. Frank Davis* 17. Clifton Hardy* 18. Herman Johnson* 19. Howard Jenkins* 20. C.C. House* 1952-1954 21. William F. Nelson* 22. Aubrey E. Robinson* 23. Joseph Waddy* 24. Edward J. Austin* 25. Elgy Johnson* 1964-1965 26. George H. Windsor* 1965-1967 27. James T. Speight* 1967-1969 28. Harold Sims* 1969-1970 29. Eddie L. Madison* 1970-1972 30. Wilbur Sewell* 1972-1974 31. Charles Walker Thomas* 1974-1976 32. Theodore Taylor* 1976-1978 33. Elmer Moore* 1978-1981 34. William E. Calbert* 1981-1983 35. Osmond Brown* 1983-1986 36. Vernon Gill 1986-1988 37. LeRoy Lowery, III 1988-1990 38. Morris Hawkins* 1990-1992 39. C.C. Jones 1992-1995 40. Vincent Orange 1995-1997 41. Melvin White 1997-1999 42. LeRoy Lowery, III FN6 1999-2001 43. James Haynes 2001-2002 44. Rudolph Harris* 2002-2004 45. Edwin Norwood 2004-2006 46. James McDonald 2006-2008 47. Timothy Fitzgerald 2008-2010 48. Kwame Ulmer 2010-2011 49. LeRoy Lowery, III 2011-2013 50. Eddie Neal 2013-2015 51. LeRoy Lowery, III 2015-2017 52. Joel Grey 2017-2018 53. Eddie Neal 2018-2020 54. John “Tony” Wilson 2020-
Corresponding Secretary Samuel Armstrong Financial Secretary Vernon Oakes Treasurer Michael Young
Communication and Technology Albert Williams Constitution Gilbert Douglas
Chaplain William “Tony” Hawkins
DC National Pan Hellenic Council Vacant
Historian Silas J Woods
Fundraising
Archivist James Harmon Intake Coordinator Andre Lucas Assoc. Editor/Sphinx Kenneth A. Williams Dir. Ed. Activities Sean Perkins Sergeant-at-Arms Tony King Parliamentarian George McNeal Director of Technology Albert Williams
Villareal Johnson Golf Tournament Vacant Health & Wellness Derrick Butts Membership Kobina Yanka Men Who Cook Garrett Miller Mu Lambda Chapter History Book Silas Woods III Nominating Jason Jefferson
CHARTERED ON MONDAY OCTOBER 1, 1923 WASHINGTON, D.C. FN1 6th General President 1915-1916 FN2 General Secretary 1915-1916 7th General President 1916-1917
Editor of the Torch Kenneth A. Williams
Programs Karl Bruce
FN3 14th General President 1931-1940
Member at Large Kelvin MCclinton
Public Policy A.J. Jones Social Joseph Gibbs
FN4 General Secretary 1920-1926
Community Service Samuel Armstrong
FN5 8th Eastern Regional Vice-President 1950-1953
Risk Management Officer Mikael E. LaRoche General Council Justin Handford Immediate Past President Eddie Neal
Marketing/Promotion Committee Vacant Social Media Committee Vacant
FN6 23rd Eastern Regional Vice-President 2000-2001 Executive Director MLK Memorial
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The President’s Message Greetings Brothers,
Welcome to the new Brothers who have entered the House of Alpha through the Mu Lambda Chapter. As representatives of the Fraternity as a whole and the Mu Lambda Chapter specifically I am confident you all will hold that banner high and adhere to our customs and ideals. Congratulations are in order to you non-Neophyte Mu Lambda Brothers on your successful execution of IMDP. As it is often said it takes quite a bit of personal initiative and drive to actively participate in IMDP once you are already a Brother. But we all know that a new line does not make itself. So now what, what is next? For the neophytes holding yourselves accountable to those ideals and rationale for wanting to be a Brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and you all have done that already. Coming out the gate already volunteering and engaging in our existing programs and events. Actively interested in getting to know Brothers beyond your sponsor and recommender. Bravo! To all my Brothers in Mu Lambda we are about to enter into some exciting times - we are about to have our first in person/virtual Chapter meeting in over two years, Alpha Phi Alpha Way is a reality with the street name ceremony to be conducted within several weeks, golf tournament later this year, preparations for our centennial celebration well under way, collaborations and events with our area Alpha chapters and other D9 organizations, active in person community service projects, in person interaction with our youth, expansion of the Henry Arthur Callis Academy to an additional school in the district, renovations to the Mu Lambda Foundation House,…. And nothing is possible without your active participation and dedication to Our Dear Fraternity. Fraternally, Brother John “Tony” Wilson, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter
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The Vice President’s Message Spring is here!
It is with great pride that I welcome the ten new initiates of the Spring 22 Mu Lambda Iine to the HOUSE OF ALPHA! March saw us bring in these assets successfully into our ranks and over the last few intake cycles, Brother Lucas has managed a process to usher extremely noble men to join the ranks of our Mighty chapter. These men are hard workers, tenacious spirits and a true force of brothers who are geared and ready to help the causes of our mission. In the essence of creating Mu Lambda traditions, the chapter’s first event since covid celebrated on the 1st of April was one built to welcome these new brothers to the networks we are building in Washington DC. This “Happy Hour” event that was birthed from an idea I had in the midst of our 2022 IMDP and I am happy to witness that Brother Bruce and the social committee put in diligently work to host at our house. This event was reminiscent of years past. A true reflection of the power of our chapter. The laughter, the pictures, the guests, the food and drinks was a pleasure to see produced. Last month was extremely active in the world of Alpha & Mu Lambda. The MAAC celebrated their 30th Anniversary in Dover Delaware with remarks from our General President and a celebration fit for kings. It was well attended by the brothers of Mu Lambda including our neophytes. At this event, we celebrated that Beta Chapter continues to lead the district academically and also have won the chapter of the year. As our chapter continues to guide these younger brothers toward a future of excellence, I want to encourage our chapter to lead in all aspects of our Alpha. We need to continue to lead in the MAAC, showcase our leadership in the Eastern Region, and mark our leadership in the work places and beyond. As we look into the future I would like to continue to encourage our brothers to step up to the plate of leadership here at Mu Lambda. Representing our chapter in all facets of our operation. This is an integral secondary function of our services. The excitement of intake cannot overshadow the importance of our duties. We have to maintain our chapter, our house, our programs and the communities we serve. Our activities are dependent on YOU. Lets us continue the work of Alpha in the spirit and power of Mu Lambda. Happy April brothers, Happy Spring. Brother Mikael LaRoche, Vice-President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter
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BROTHERHOOD
Garage Sale Auction
Mu Lambda invites all of its chapter brothers to the FIRST ANNUAL BROTHERHOOD GARAGE SALE AUCTION. Brothers who are active or inactive with ALPHA items they no longer desire, can’t fit and in good condition can bring these ALPHA items to the Mu Lambda Chapter meeting, and we will auction them off to the highest bidder as long as it is in good condition. All proceeds will go to the MU LAMBDA FOUNDATION. All ALPHA items donated must be yours to be given as a charitable donation to this auction held at every Chapter meeting. There are no exceptions to the rules.
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Brothers are invited to share in a celebratory luncheon in honor of Brother Arlester Brown's 98th Birthday! When: Sunday, April 24, 2022 Where: National Methodist Church 3401 Nebraska Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016 Time: 10 AM RSVP by 4.21.22 Elma Colman, elma.coleman@gmail.com 549-287-5362 Attire: Sunday Best Monetary gifts are greatly appreciated! Fraternally, Brother Albert A. Williams, Jr. Arlester Brown Franklin P. De Lanine, Sr. Jamison B. Taylor, Jr. Sean D. Plater Jeffery S. Fleming Alexander C. Pullen Tony Wilson Vincent B. Orange, Sr. John D. Williams
April 1st April 3rd April 3rd April 5th April 5th April 9th April 9th April 11th April 12th
Arlester Brown Athel Q. Liggins Sterling Tucker Joseph E. Seaberry Garnett Wood Derrick P. Thomas Norris A. Dodson, III Ryle Bell Rudolph Harris Christopher R. Emanuel Clyde Blassengale Neil S. Rodgers Colin H. Campbell Jeffery S. Fleming
April 1st April 1st April 1st April 1st April 1st April 1st April 1st April 1st April 3rd April 4th April 6th April 7th April 8th April 9th
Khalil B. Ajiborode Joshua J. DuBoise James A. Donaldson John Mabry DeAngelo M. Copeland Adrian V. James Robert J. Lee Kwame O. Reed
April 13th April 17th April 17th April 22nd April 22nd April 25th April 25th April 28th
John Mabry Anthony T. Moore Kent A. Benjamin Walter Whitley O. J. Cole, Jr. Kerry S. Pearson Marquial D. McMillan John R. Johnson Robert E. Richardson Franklin R. Ampy Todd E. Allen Fred L. Valentine Mark S. Cruce
April 9th April 9th April 12th April 12th April 14th April 16th April 16th April 17th April 18th April 21st April 25th April 30th April 30th
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WELCOME NEW BROTHERS TO MU LAMBDA, THE 111TH HOUSE OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.
AMEER BAKER TRAVIS CLARKE MARCUS SPELLS BENJAMIN DUTTON STEVAUGHN BUSH
JEFFERY TAYLOR BRIAN INGRAM CHARLES WILSON KAWAUN SANKAR SWAIN RILEY MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Mu Lambda Brothers, Friends and family celebrating with the Spring 2022 neophytes
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Message from the Community Service Committee Brothers, Our next Community Service event will be at the Capital Food Bank in Washington DC. Saturday, 16 April 2022 9am - noon 4900 Puerto Rico Ave, NW Washington, DC 20017 We will be packing meals for Seniors in the DMV area. Fraternally, Brother Samuel I. Armstrong, Community Service Committee Chair
4900 Puerto Rico Ave NW Washington DC 20017
Assist in packing food boxes for Seniors in the DMV area
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Brothers, March for Babies walk will be on Saturday, May 7, 2022, 9am at Washington National Park. Please support our national programs by walking, raising funds for or contributing funds to the March of Dimes for the annual March for Babies campaign, you can click this link: https:// marchforbabies.org//team/alphaphialphamulambda . Once on the page click “Join this Team” on the right side (to help fundraise and register to walk) or “Donate to Team” on the left side (to contribute to the effort). Once you have set up your page, send it to your network to support you. Fraternally, Brother Samuel I. Armstrong, Community Service Committee Chair
March for Dimes March for Babies Walk Saturday, May 7, 2022 Washington National Ballpark. Walk starts at 930 am Come join the Brothers of the DMV area.
Sign up to walk and/or register to help Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mu Lambda Chapter meet it’s fundraising goal https://www.marchforbabies.org//team/alphaphialphamulambda Click on Join This Team or Donate to Team
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‘Black Panther’ director Ryan Coogler speaks out after being mistakenly suspected of attempted robbery By Chloe Melas and Tina Burnside, CNN Updated 10:35 AM ET, Thu March 10, 2022 Source: https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/09/entertainment/ ryan-coogler-arrested-bank-robbery-mistaken/index.html
He was released shortly after they verified his identity, the police report states. “This situation should never have happened. However, Bank of America worked with me and addressed it to my satisfaction and we have moved on,” Coogler said in a statement to Variety. CNN has reached out to Coogler’s representative for comment. Director Ryan Coogler at the Cannes Film Festival in 2018. (CNN)Ryan Coogler was detained by police in January after being mistaken for a bank robber. The “Black Panther” director was in Atlanta, attempting to make a withdrawal from his account with Bank of America. The teller received an alert on his account, according to the police report obtained by CNN, because the amount was more than $10,000. The teller notified her superior that she thought Coogler was trying to rob the bank and 911 was called. Coogler had written a note on the back of his withdrawal slip stating that he wanted the money to be counted discreetly, given the amount, according to the report. When police arrived, two of Coogler’s colleagues, who were waiting for him in a parked vehicle outside the bank, were detained and placed in the back of a police car. Coogler was placed in handcuffs while police investigated the call.
“We deeply regret that this incident occurred. It never should have happened and we have apologized to Mr. Coogler,” Bank of America said in a statement to CNN. Coogler was in Georgia at the time of the incident, working on production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” the sequel to his 2018 blockbuster. The film is set for release in November. MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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ANNUAL BROTHER FRED VALENTINE
BROTHERHOOD CLASSIC
ALPHA BLACK -VS- ALPHA GOLD SATURDAY, SEPT. 24, 2022
1pm - 5pm | TBD in WASHINGTON, DC Bring your own food and drinks MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Brother Curtis Hunigan will be buried in a vault at Arlington Cemetery, Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 10 am. Brothers are welcome to attend, but there will not be an Omega service. If anyone wanting to attend between the hours of 9 am and 9:30 am. There is an electronic sign at the gate, that will tell you where to park. There will be a reception following the burial at Fort Meyer. His Brother Earl will needs the names of those planning to attend. Brother William “Tony” Hawkins Chaplain
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Message from the Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee (MLHWC) Health and Wellness Committee Mu Lambda Brothers,
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, National Autism Month, and Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Below are some articles of interest addressing these topics. Please click on the links or cut and paste into your browser to read the entire articles.
Health and Wellness Focus on African Americans Alcohol and Drug Abuse Among African Americans
The U.S. Bureau of the Census estimates that there are 44 million people of African origin living in the country, comprising 13.4% of the total population.1 African Americans are overrepresented among drug abusers in the United States, but they are also more likely to seek treatment for their drug addiction.
Unfortunately, studies show that this population experiences less favorable outcomes upon the completion of substance abuse treatment. Here we will discuss the statistics of substance abuse among African Americans and explore treatment options and outcomes. Substance Abuse Among African Americans The rates of substance abuse among African Americans are similar to those of the general
population, although there are some slight differences. Findings from the 2018 National Survey
on Drug Use and Health include:2 • 6.9% of African Americans have a substance use disorder compared to a rate of 7.4% among the total population. • 3.4% of African Americans have an illicit drug use disorder compared to a rate of 3% among the total population. • Past month illicit drug use among African Americans (13.7%) is more than Caucasians (12%) and Hispanics (9.7%). • Past month marijuana use among African Americans (12.2%) is higher than the general population (10.1%). • African Americans report lower lifetime use of cocaine (8.5%) compared to Caucasians (17.6%) and Hispanics (11.1%). • Alcohol use disorders are less common among African Americans (4.5%) than the total population (5.4%). • Binge drinking among African Americans (23%) is slightly less common than in Hispanics (24.6%) and Caucasians (25.7%). • The rate of heavy drinking among African Americans (4.3%) is much less than the general population (6.1%) and Caucasians (7.2%). MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee (MLHWC) For more information on Alcohol and drug abuse among African Americans – please click the links below - https://americanaddictioncenters.org/rehab-guide/addiction-statistics/africanamericans
African American children with autism experience long delays in diagnosis Diagnosing autism in children as early as possible is essential to improving their language, social and cognitive skills. But often the diagnosis is made relatively late — even after some children begin elementary school. In the United States, diagnostic delays and barriers in access to developmental therapy for those with autism are particularly pronounced among children from minority groups. A new study led by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis highlights the nature of those obstacles and the high stakes of health disparity for African American children affected by autism spectrum disorder, who typically face longer delays in diagnosis than white children. Although it’s now possible to diagnose autism in children before age 2, most kids are 4 or older when they receive a diagnosis. In this study involving 584 African American children at four autism centers across the United States, the average African American child already was almost 5½ years old at the time of diagnosis, despite the fact parents first had expressed concerns about their kids’ development more than three years earlier. Nationally, white children are diagnosed an average of six months earlier than African American children. For more information on Autism, please visit - https://medicine.wustl.edu/news/african-american-
children-with-autism-experience-long-delays-in-diagnosis/ 10 Mouth Cancer Symptoms
The term cancer refers to the uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in one part of the body, that can end up damaging other cells of surrounding tissues and organs. Mouth cancer is any cancer that affects the oral cavity and other tissues within it. It includes cancers of the mouth itself, the tongue, the gums, the lips, cheeks, palates, and the pharynx. Close to 50,000 cases of mouth cancer are diagnosed in the United States annually. It is more common in people older than 40 years with two-thirds of the cases occurring in men compared to women. Studies indicate that most oral cancer cases result from the use of tobacco and alcohol, and due to infection with human papilloma virus, also referred to as HPV. The following are mouth cancer symptoms, some of which may also be present in other conditions.
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Mu Lambda Health and Wellness Committee (MLHWC) Symptom #1: Ulcer That Does Not Heal An ulcer that occurs anywhere within the mouth and does not easily heal may be a sign of oral cancer. This is a common mouth cancer symptom that is present in about 8 of every 10 cases. While other mouth diseases may also be accompanied with oral sores, these tend to heal rapidly with proper treatment. However, mouth sores associated with mouth cancer remain unhealed for more than three weeks. Another differentiating factor is that while non-cancerous sores are normally soft and do not usually bleed, cancerous sores are hard, red, thick and will usually bleed. Symptom #2: White Patches Sometimes, white patches on the tongue, gums, floor or roof of the mouth, the inside surface of the cheeks or any other parts of the mouth can be considered premalignant lesions of oral cancer. The condition, known as leukoplakia is usually caused by smoking or other irritants. The thick, flat, white patches are normally painless, and can’t be scrapped off. Other premalignant lesions can be red (erythroplakia), red and white (erythroleukoplakia), or verrucous (verrucous leukoplakia). However, not all cases of leukoplakia transform into cancer. For more information on the 10 Mouth Cancer Symptoms – please click the link below.
https://10faq.com/health/mouth-cancer-symptoms/?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=701717-30491446861785&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=63252522464&utm_term=%2Bmouth%20%2Bc ancer&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6JSBhCrARIsAH0yMZh2sXz211d4LASiFOfzeRGPWrxq9opFnWYgWgn83jBdKLJSwYKMzL4 aArRZEALw_wcB For Brothers looking to participate in the Mu Lambda’s Health and Wellness Committee (MLHWC) activities, please contact Bro. Derrick Butts dabutts@mac.com - who is filling in until one or more brothers will step-up/volunteer. Thank you for your participation and support of the MLHWC! Bro. Derrick Butts and Bro. Barrington Ross
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Congratulation to Brother Derrick Butts on a successful Meet & Greet at the 91st Southern Regional Conference in the Senior Lounge
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Message from the Brother’s Keeper Committee Nothing helps us build our perspective more than developing compassion for others. Compassion involves two things: intention and action. Intention simply means you remember to open your heart to others. Action is simply what you do about it. You might donate time on a regular basis to a cause near to your heart. It’s easy to get lost and overwhelmed in the chaos, responsibilities and goals of life. Once overwhelmed, it’s tempting to forget about those brothers most near and dear to us. Brother’s Keeper is a service program developed with the mission of advocating and improving the quality of life for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Brothers, their spouses, and widows who are retired, are elders, have
disabilities and are ailing. Upon identification of need, the Brother’s Keeper Program also provides assistance to mature and ailing members of its communities. Limitations caused by advanced age place demands on family members, caregivers, and the larger community to ensure that elders remain independently functional. The goal of the Brother’s Keeper Program is to promote dignity and independence among Alpha family and community members who need help in keeping their lives and homes functional. There are seven objectives to the program: • • • • • • •
Assist in maintaining living environments that are compatible with participants’ levels of functioning Assist in maintaining the upkeep of participants’ properties Assist with health care decision-making Provide companionship Provide legal services Provide transportation Ensure adequate supplies of food, water, and clothing, with special emphasis on disaster management and recovery.
Fraternally, Brother Carlos DeBose Brother’s Keeper Committee Chair
Message from the Technology Committee Greetings Brothers, Just a reminder... The next chapter meeting on April 14th will be hybrid and those who are attending in person will need to register for the app to gain access to the meeting. We will scan Brothers and guest Brothers into this meeting and others moving forward. Thanks Brother Albert Williams Director of Technology
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MAAC 30TH ANNIVERSARY Our Brother LeRoy Lowery and some of the past Eastern Region VP’s, Bro. Samuel G. Wilson, Bro. Lucien Metellus, Bro. Dennis G. Kemp, Sr. and Bro. R. Anthony Mills. Brother Sam Armstrong with current General President Willis L. Lonzer.
The CHAPTERS OF THE MIGHTY MAAC showed up to support Eta Eta Lambda at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and African Diaspora Festival More than 95 brothers from various chapters in the MAAC participated
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Well, I don't know what will happen now. We've got some difficult days ahead. But it really doesn't matter with me now, because I've been to the mountaintop. And I don't mind. Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land! And so I'm happy, tonight. I'm not worried about anything. I'm not fearing any man! Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord!!
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The Mu Lambda Foundation meetings are bi-monthly on the third Thursday of the month.
Next meeting is Thursday, April 15, 2022
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Today, I am in my prime, and the best is yet to come. Join me in providing and giving more for our families, family values and generations to come. Together, we shall address crime, pedestrian safety, education, housing, jobs, homelessness, mental health, economic development, green space, contract and business opportunities. I look forward to winning the Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Democratic Primary for Ward 5 Council Member and continuing to work with the Ward 5 community, and provide you leadership, maturity and results! With your support and vote, we shall continue to achieve the impossible for our beloved Ward 5. In Gods holy name, I pray, Vincent Bernard Orange Sr.
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WILL SMITH DID A BAD, BAD THING Slapping Chris Rock was also a blow to men, women, the entertainment industry, and the Black community. Kareem Abdul Jabbar on Will Smith. Interesting: "Some have romanticized Smith’s actions as that of a loving husband defending his wife. Comedian Tiffany Haddish, who starred in the movie Girls Trip with Pinkett Smith, praised Smith’s actions: “[F]or me, it was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen because it made me believe that there are still men out there that love and care about their women, their wives.”
Actually, it was the opposite. Smith’s slap was also a slap to women. If Rock had physically attacked Pinkett Smith, Smith’s intervention would have been welcome. Or if he’d remained in his seat and yelled his post-slap threat, that would have been unnecessary, but understandable. But by hitting Rock, he announced that his wife was incapable of defending herself—against words. From everything I’d seen of Pinkett Smith over the years, she’s a very capable, tough, smart woman who can single-handedly take on a lame joke at the Academy Awards show. This patronizing, paternal attitude infantilizes women and reduces them to helpless damsels needing a Big Strong Man to defend their honor least they swoon from the vapors. If he was really doing it for his wife, and not his own need to prove himself, he might have thought about the negative attention this brought on them, much harsher than the benign joke. That would have been truly defending and respecting her. This “women need men to defend them” is the same justification currently being proclaimed by conservatives passing laws to restrict abortion and the LGBTQ+ community. continued on the next page
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Worse than the slap was Smith’s tearful, self-serving acceptance speech in which he rambled on about all the women in the movie King Richard that he’s protected. Those who protect don’t brag about it in front of 15 million people. They just do it and shut up. You don’t do it as a movie promotion claiming how you’re like the character you just won an award portraying. But, of course, the speech was about justifying his violence. Apparently, so many people need Smith’s protection that occasionally it gets too much and someone needs to be smacked. What is the legacy of Smith’s violence? He’s brought back the Toxic Bro ideal of embracing Kobra Kai teachings of “might makes right” and “talk is for losers.” Let’s not forget that this macho John Wayne philosophy was expressed in two movies in which Wayne spanked grown women to teach them a lesson. Young boys—especially Black boys— watching their movie idol not just hit another man over a joke, but then justify it as him being a superhero-like protector, are now much more prone to follow in his childish footsteps. Perhaps the saddest confirmation of this is the tweet from Smith’s child Jaden: “And That’s How We Do It.” The Black community also takes a direct hit from Smith. One of the main talking points from those supporting the systemic racism in America is characterizing Blacks as more prone to violence and less able to control their emotions. Smith just gave comfort to the enemy by providing them with the perfect optics they were dreaming of. Many will be reinvigorated to continue their campaign to marginalize African Americans and others through voter suppression campaign. As for the damage to show business, Smith’s violence is an implied threat to all comedians who now have to worry that an edgy or insulting joke might be met with violence. Good thing Don Rickles, Bill Burr, or Ricky Gervais weren’t there. As comedian Kathy Griffin tweeted: “Now we all have to worry about who wants to be the next Will Smith in comedy
clubs and theaters.” The one bright note is that Chris Rock, clearly stunned, managed to handle the moment with grace and maturity. If only Smith’s acceptance speech had shown similar grace and maturity—and included, instead of self-aggrandizing excuses, a heartfelt apology to Rock. ~ Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Sources:
https://kareem.substack.com/p/will-smith-did-a-badbad-thing?utm_medium=email&utm _campaign=cta&s=r&fbclid=IwAR14Z39akDE86X87GgaYP0ni4ytuPcK5DfSdgmhjQEvNQFNU4o4_W1NL8Os https://kareem.substack.com/p/will-smith-did-abad-bad-thing?s=r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&utm_source=direct
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Our Mu Lambda Brothers Justice Brown Duso and Anthony Covington from the Spring 21 line delivered 10 pizzas and cases of sodas to the House of Ruth.
Mission
House of Ruth empowers women, children and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse and homelessness.
Vision: Much More Than Housing
House of Ruth offers comprehensive support for women, children and families. Our continuum of services encompasses enriched housing for families and single women, trauma-informed daycare for children, and free counseling to empower anyone, regardless of gender, who is a survivor of trauma and abuse. Our programs provide individualized support to rebuild safe, independent, and sustainable lives.
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The Jewels’ Lounge Mu Lambda Chapter Jewels’ Lounge Welcome to the Jewels’ Lounge where brothers gather, sit amongst the Jewels and reflect upon life in Alpha.
Jewel Callis
Jewel Murray
Jewel Jones
It is a place that allow brothers the opportunity to relax, read The Torch, Sphinx, history book and/or engage in that good ole ALPHA SPIRIT. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter
Jewel Kelley
Jewel Tandy
Jewel Chapman
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Greeting Brothers,
Volume I
Lesson
The 2019-2022 fraternal year was dedicated to rediscovering our brotherhood. We serve the community, but we have been neglecting our bond of brotherhood.
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter
The Origin of Alpha Phi Alpha The Period of Consolidation The First Steps in Expansion Local and National Strivings Permanent Foundations Expansion and Internal Development The Leaven of Self-Examination The War Interlude A Definite Program The Crowning Years Advancement in Spite of the Depression The Widening Social Program Education and War A Militant Liberalism The Concept of Progress The Golden Anniversary Shaping the Future on the Basis of the Past The Continuing Challenge New Goals for Old Social Purpose and Social Action
Since Tuesday, April 21, 2020, Mu Lambda has hosted the Mu Lambda Literary Society, every week at 7:00 pm. The Mu Lambda Literary Society is a Mu Lambda initiative, where we come together as brothers and discuss the two volume Alpha history book over a period of months. It was facilitated by a different brother each week. Brothers participated via Zoom. We started with volume 1, chapter 1 of the twenty second printing of the history book and conclude with volume 2, chapter 8. There are twenty chapters in volume 1 and eight chapters in volume 2.
I II III IV V VI VII VIII IX X XI XII XIII XIV XV XVI XVII XVIII XIX XX
It was totally voluntary. You were not required to purchase the new history book. Brother Robert L. Harris, Volume II Jr. our National Historian and author of Volume II participated in the sessions. Chapter I Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter
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Chapter VI Chapter VII Chapter VIII
Lesson Back to Basics Achieving Tomorrow: An Agenda for the 80’s Strengthening Internal Capacity for Greater Service Facing Our Future with a Future The Alpha Renaissance: Rekindling the Spirit of Leadership and Community Service Vision 2000: The Light of a New Day Alpha Attitude: A Forward Step… Into the Future A Solid Foundation for the New Era of Alpha
Fraternally, John Wilson, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter
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STICKY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN Link: https://www.cookingprofessionally.com/post/sticky_pineapple_chicken
The first thing you notice with Sticky Pineapple Chicken is the sauce. This lick-your-fingers, lick-your-plateclean sauce is tangy and sweet, with wonderfully tropical notes of pineapple throughout. Once it coats the juicy, savory chicken, you have a match made in heaven, especially when served over a cloud of rice. Since it only takes 30 minutes to make, Sticky Pineapple Chicken completely upends the weeknight dinner routine in the most delicious way! This is one recipe you’ll want to stick by! INGREDIENTS • 1/2 cup pineapple juice • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce • 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken stock • 1/3 cup hoisin sauce • 1/2 cup brown sugar • 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons cornstarch • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 8 chicken
thighs, boneless, skinless, and cut into 1-inch cubes • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste • 1 cup pineapple, diced • 1/2 cup cashews, optional, roasted, and salted • rice, optional, cooked, to taste, for serving DIRECTIONS • Step 1 - In a medium saucepan, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, chicken stock, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cornstarch. • Step 2 - Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. • Step 3 - Cook the mixture until it has reduced to about 1 cup and has a thick, syrup-like consistency, about 5-7 minutes. Set the sauce aside. • Step 4 - Add the olive oil to a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
• Step 5 - Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken. • Step 6 - Season the chicken with salt and pepper. • Step 7 - Cook the chicken, stirring constantly until it is no longer pink and is cooked through, for about 5 minutes. If you are using a meat thermometer, the temperature should read 165 degrees F when inserted into the thickest section of the meat. • Step 8 - Drain off any liquids from the skillet. • Step 9 - Add the sauce to the pan and stir to combine. • Step 10 - Add the pineapple and cashews and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. • Step 11 - Serve atop the rice. Brother Derrick Butts
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COCONUT RUM CAKE
INGREDIENTS: • ½ cup pecans, chopped • ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted • 1 (15.25 ounce) package butter cake mix • 1 (3.4 ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix • 4 large eggs • ½ cup coconut-flavored rum (such as Malibu®) • ½ cup coconut milk beverage (such as Silk®) • ½ cup coconut oil, melted • 1 teaspoon coconut extract Glaze: ½ cup ½ cup ½ cup ½ cup ¼ cup
butter coconut-flavored rum white sugar brown sugar water
DIRECTIONS: • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with cooking spray.
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PURPLE PEOPLE EATER COCKTAIL
A tasty (and creepy!) cocktail that gets its purple hue from blue curacao, grenadine, and cranberry juice. A perfectly purple cocktail for any party!
• Vodka – Any non-flavored type or brand will do. • Blue Curacao – A sweet liquor with a blue hue. Flavored from the dried peel of bitter oranges. • Cranberry Juice – This helps add some fruity flavor to the drink as well as some strong coloring. • Sweet and Sour Mix – A standard in many mixed drinks, this adds some sweetness with a dash of tartness. • Grenadine – Another mixed drink favorite, this helps smooth out the flavor while also adding a strong dose of red coloring. Also helps sub some of the tartness of the cranberry juice. • • • • •
1.5 oz vodka 1 oz blue curacao 1 oz sweet and sour mix 1 oz grenadine 1 oz cranberry juice or grape juice
• This recipe calls for cranberry juice, and if you use it, the drink may turn out a tad more maroon than purple. If you’re okay with sacrificing a bit of the intended taste for a better color, you can either substitute cranberry juice with cran-grape juice or grape juice OR double the amount of blue curacao used. Make a test drink first to be sure you still like the taste with these adjustments! • Like the mason jar cocktail shaker used in the recipe video? You can get a near identical one here: Mason Jar and Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker Set. And if you already have a ton of mason jars and just need a cocktail shaker lid, you can pick one up here: Mason Jar Cocktail Shaker Lid. • Or maybe you like the glasses it’s served in? You can get a similar set here: Stemmed Beer Glasses. • And don’t forget the black and white striped straws! Brother Kenneth Williams MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Google Play
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Thursday, January 6 Saturday, January 8 Thursday, January 15
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting
Thursday, February 3 Saturday, February 12 Thursday, February 16 Thursday, February 17
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting Foundation Meeting
Thursday, March 3 Saturday, March 12 Thursday, March 16
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting
Wednesday, April 6 Thursday, April 7 Saturday, April 9 Thursday, April 20 Thursday,April 21
Eastern Region Convention Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting Foundation Meeting
Thursday, May 5 Saturday, May 14 Thursday, May 18
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting
Thursday, June 2 Saturday, June 11 Thursday, June 15 Thursday, June 16 Sunday, June 19
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Foundation Meeting Eboard Meeting Juneteenth Day
July 2022 August 2022
Chapter Vacation Chapter Vacation
Thursday, September 1 Saturday, September 10 Thursday, September 21 Saturday,September 24
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting Fred Valentine Softball Game
Saturday, October 1 Thursday, October 6 Saturday, October 8 Thursday, October 19 Thursday, October 20
Happy Charter Day Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting Foundation Meeting
Thursday, November 3 Saturday, November 12 Thursday, November 16 Thursday, November 24
Chapter Meeting Alpha Wives Meeting Eboard Meeting Thanksgiving Day
Thursday,December 1 Sunday, December 4 Thursday, December 10 Thursday, December 15 Sunday, December 25
Chapter Meeting Founders’ Day Alpha Wives Meeting Foundation Meeting Christmas
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Contact us at torch@mulambda.org
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BROTHER
MALCOLM CARTER 6-B-87
OWNER & FRANCHISEE Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s Domino’s
Pizza-2950 Donnell Drive, District Heights, 20747 - 301-568-8883. Pizza-6254 Central Avenue, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743 - 301-333-5900. Pizza-4269 Branch Avenue, Temple Hills, MD - 301-839-0330. Pizza-6000 Allentown Andrews Drive, Suitland, MD - 301-449-3030. Pizza-9509 Livingston Road, Ft. Washington, MD - 301-248-3030. Pizza-10367 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk, MD - 410-286-0700. Pizza-14604 Main Street, Upper Marlboro, MD - 301-952-1133. Pizza-9546 Crain Highway, Upper Marlboro, MD - 301-599-4100.
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AKSTAR BRAND APPAREL | WWW.AKSTARAPPAREL.COM OWNED BY BROTHER KENNETH WILLIAMS
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Everything Co-op, is a radio show that airs on WOL, Radio One’s premiere talk show station out of Washington, DC. The show features people who have influenced or participated in the advancement of the cooperative business model to change lives.
Hosted by Brother Vernon Oakes Listen every Thursday on WOL 1450AM or our website at http://everything.coop from 10:30am - 11am
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Brother Albert A. Williams Licensed Realtor in D.C. & Maryland
EXIT First Realty 2139 Espey Court, Suite 1, Crofton, MD 21114 Bus: 301-352-8100 | Fax: 301352-0700 | Cell: 202-210-1539 Email: awilliams@exitfirst.com
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Prostate Cancer a Family Affair Many of you are aware that I am a prostate cancer survivor. I know some of you have also traveled the journey. I was diagnosed and treated in 2016 and remain cancer-free. Thankfully my doctors caught it early before it had the opportunity to spread. I was vigilant well before my diagnosis with regular checkups mainly because my dad and uncle had previously been diagnosed. As men, and as black men in particular, we tend to wait much longer than we should to see the doctor. We all know brothers who have health challenges but put off making a call to the doctor. But cancer doesn’t wait.
journey and purchase the book at www.derrickbutts.com and then let’s talk. Speaking Engagements – I would be more than happy to schedule time to talk with your church, Men’s/Health group, and/ or organization about being proactive with your prostate health and to share my journey. Please have them email me at info@ derrickbutts.com to begin the discussion. Thank you Brothers for your support! Brother Derrick Butts
My dad and I share our journey in our new book, Survivors’ Stories, Prostate Cancer, A Family Affair. Get more information on our MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Get the Mu Lambda Chapter App This official Mu Lambda Chapter App is for members of the chapter to find out about our events, chat with Chapter members, View Chapter Documents, View Chapter Directory, View our monthly magazine (The Torch) Pay Chapter Dues and much more. The ability to effectively communicate with Chapter members will help us continue to develop leaders, promote brotherhood and academic excellence while providing service and advocacy for our community.
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Message from the Editor What is Alpha Attire?
Alpha attire shall be defined as: a dark suit; a longsleeve dress shirt; a conservative tie, preferably black, gold, or combination thereof; dark socks; and black dress shoes. See the PROTOCOL & ETIQUETTE MANUAL page 12
BRO. KENNETH A. WILLIAMS EDITOR OF THE TORCH TORCH@MULAMBDA.ORG ALPHA QUOTE TO SERVE BY... “THINK Alpha Phi Alpha, TALK Alpha Phi Alpha, PROMOTE Alpha Phi Alpha, and LABOR for the broad principles of idealism for which Alpha Phi Alpha was created, so that humanity shall look on us as a body worthwhile.” Brother Henry L. Dickason, 5th General President
ODG WIL IS THE MOA N RCH OF THIS HOUSE
COMMITTEES SHOULD SUBMIT ALL ARTICLES AND PICTURES TO THE TORCH EDITOR 5 DAYS AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF YOUR EVENT. BROTHERS SUBMITTING ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS SHOULD SUBMIT EVERYTHING BETWEEN THE 15TH AND 31ST OF THE MONTH. ARTICLES MUST BE SUBMITTED IN A WORD DOCUMENT FORMAT. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ARTICLES SUBMITTED ARE SUBJECT TO EDITING BY THE EDITOR. PLEASE ADHERE TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT YOUR INFORMATION TO TORCH@MULAMBDA.ORG MU LAMBDA TORCH 2022
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Esprit de Fraternite Brothers, It is that time of year again. The fraternity’s fraternal year runs January 1st to December 31st. Mu Lambda’s 2021-2022 fraternal year runs September 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The chapter does not meet during July and August. It is now time to pay your 2021-2022 dues which will cover you from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022. Ways to make payment: 1. 2. 3. 4.
You can pay your dues on mulambda.org by clicking the dues tab at the bottom left of every web page. Bring a check to the chapter meeting. You can pay on the Mu Lambda App Mail it to: Financial Team Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Mu Lambda Chapter 2405 First Street, NW Washington, DC 20001
Alpha
is a life long commitment
An Alpha Phi Alpha man’s attitude should not be “how much can I derive from the Fraternity” but “how much can I do for the Fraternity?” In proportion to what he does for his Chapter and for Alpha Phi Alpha will a member receive lasting benefits from the Fraternity to himself in the way of self-development by duty well done, and the respect of the Brothers well served. A member’s duties should be: 1. Prompt payment of all financial obligations, the prime requisite for successful fraternal life. 2. The doing of good scholastic work in his chosen vocation, thereby accomplishing the real end of a college course. 3. The reasonable endeavor to participate in general college activities and social service and to excel therein. 4. The proper consideration of all things with appropriate attention to the high moral standard of Alpha Phi Alpha.
Rest if you must, but don’t you quit.
