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Inside This Issue Presidential Address.…………………………………………………………………….3 Message from the Editor………………………………………………………………...4 Charter Members..…………………………...…………………………………………...5 Past Presidents………………....………………………………………………………...6 Happy Alphaversary Brothers..…………………….…………………………………..8 Membership and Reclamation.………………………………………………………..10 National Programs..……………….…………………………………………………….11 A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People…………………………..............11 Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Alpha Scholars Program..…………..12 College Prep/Career Readiness Seminar……………………………12 Under 30 Forum………………………………………………………….13 Virtual Graduation Ceremony………………………………………....14 SAL Tutoring Program Initiative………………………………………15 Project Alpha……………………………………………………………………..16 A. Charles Haston Brother's Keeper Program……………………………..17 Spring Clothing Drive……………………………………………...…………………...18 Webinar With Maryland Alphas in Government……………………….………......19 Adopt-A-Highway Project Clean Up………………………………….....….….…….20 SAL Receives Praise from Various Community Based Organizations………..21 2020-2021 Fraternal Year Chapter Awards…………………………………………25 Brotherhood Spotlight…………………………………………………..……………..26 Brother Vice President – Reverend Dr. Marquez Ball……………...........26 Brother Ryan Eugene…………………………………………………………..27 SAL 2020 – 2021 Executive Board……...……………………………………………28 Alpha Phi Alpha Launches Official LinkedIn Account…………………..............31 For the Good of the Order……………………………………………………………..32 Farewell Brother Dr. Kevin L. Hagans……………………………………....32 Fatherhood Friday.……………………………………………………………..33 Transition of Our Beloved Brother ……………………………………………........34 Black Owned Businesses in Southern Maryland…………………………………35 A Girl With a Grind………………………………………………….................35 Ashley Cabell Creations, LLC.....…………………………………………….36 Daily Desire, LLC…..………….………………………………………………..37

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Presidential Address Brothers, As we conclude the 2020 – 2021 fraternal year, I can honestly say that I am proud of the perseverance, tenacity, and fortitude you Brothers have displayed while doing the work of Alpha during truly unprecedented times. When the fraternal year began, we knew that due to the limitations placed upon us by COVID-19, there would be certain challenges with respect to executing the National Programs and engaging with the community that we had never experienced before. However, in true Alpha fashion, you Brothers did not let that hinder the Chapter’s productivity in any way. In fact, due to the necessity to conduct virtual events, our Go-to-High School, Go-to-College program was extremely successful as we were able to solicit participation from students throughout the entire Tri-County area to include Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s Counties – and even as far as South Carolina. In addition, the Chapter was also able to execute several successful drop-and-go clothing drives and virtual politically centric webinars with local politicians within the community. I am thankful for having been blessed with the opportunity to serve alongside you Brothers as the President of the Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter and look forward to building upon the work we have done this fraternal year. As always, I invite Alpha Brothers living in Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s Counties to join the Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter as we continue to hold high the light of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. As you read these pages and become inspired to reconnect with Alpha, you are welcome to visit our website at www.SAL1906.org or email us at info@SAL1906.org for more information.

Fraternally Submitted, Brother Rodney L. White President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter

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Message from the Editor Greetings Brothers, Welcome to The Light of Southern Maryland, the official quarterly newsletter of the Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter (SAL), Key No. 677, of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. This newsletter is distributed to Alpha Brothers of the Mid-Atlantic Association of Alpha Chapters (MAAC) and residents of Southern Maryland to increase the awareness of SAL’s implementation of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s national programs, local community service initiatives, and philanthropic efforts facilitated by the Alpha Foundation of Southern Maryland. As I reflect on the 2020 – 2021 fraternal year and all that it has brought upon us, I must say, it has been an absolute honor and privilege to serve as the Associate Editor-to-the-Sphinx. Playing an integral role in the establishment of the first official newsletter for our Chapter since its inception, bestows a great deal of pride upon me. As my first year in this illustrious fraternity concludes, I look forward to working with the Brothers of SAL and our Brothers in Alpha at large as we continue pressing forward to do the work of Alpha – no matter what the circumstances are! We have proved that in any environment – in person or virtual – we have the flexibility and creativity to facilitate programs that best serve the needs of our community. Let us use the summer as a planning period to mobilize, organize, strategize, and recharge so that we can hit the ground running during the next fraternal year. I would like to thank Brothers Kenyatta Graves, Lamar Goodwine, Ryan Eugene, and Jordan Webb for their contributions to The Light of Southern Maryland. This newsletter would not have been successful without your efforts! Brothers, I wish peace, tranquility, love, and prosperity upon you and your families! Continue to stay safe and enjoy your summer. 06’

Brother Devon A. Taliaferro, Sr. Associate Editor-to-the-Sphinx Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter

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Charter Members ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪

Brother Walter Stafon Bowman, Sr – Οmicron Eta Lambda | Spring 2009 Brother Kenneth L. Briscoe – Kappa Epsilon Lambda | Spring 1985 Brother Edsel M. Brown, Jr – Xi Xi Lambda | Spring 1996 Brother Frederick Alan Edwards – Iota Omicron Lambda | Spring 2000 Brother Kenneth Oscar Ford – Omicron Omicron | Fall 1999 Brother Kenyatta Dorey Graves – Οmicron Eta Lambda | Spring 2006 Brother Alan Lamarc Hudson – Xi Alpha Lambda | Fall 2007 Brother Elijah Johnson, Jr – Nu Beta | Spring 2006 Brother Reginald Kearney – Theta Lambda | Spring 1985 Brother Sean Damien Meredith – Delta Nu | Fall 1989 Brother Derrick DeWayne Nunn – Iota Nu | Fall 1988 Brother Tyrone Wilson Ross – Delta Nu | Spring 1969 Brother Theodore J. Short – Xi Alpha Lambda | Fall 1997 Brother Ramon Taylor – Omicron Omicron | Spring 1994 Brother Marc Williams – Iota Upsilon Lambda | Fall 2007

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Past Presidents Brother Dr. Lamont T. Bunyon 2018 – 2020

Brother James Reynolds 2017 – 2018

Brother Billy J. Hill 2015 – 2017

Brother Derrick Terry 2013 – 2015

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Brother Derrick DeWayne Nunn 2011 – 2013

Brother Kenyatta Dorey Graves 2010 – 2011

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April – June -

Brother Benjamin Watkins: Omicron Lambda Alpha – 04/01/1977

Brother Reginald Kearney: Theta Lambda – 06/15/1985

Brother Charles R. Casey: Gamma Nu – 04/09/1989

Brother Antonio Brown: Sigma Eta – 05/05/1990

Brother Ramon Taylor: Omicron Omicron – 04/16/1994

Brother Larry B. Rentz, Sr: Nu Eta Lambda – 04/02/1995

Brother Frederick Alan Edwards: Iota Omicron Lambda – 04/08/2000

Brother Stevie Dunk: Gamma Beta – 04/07/2001

Brother Dr. Kevin L. Hagans: Iota Omicron Lambda – 04/09/2005

Brother Duriel Barnes: Pi Upsilon Lambda – 6/11/2005

Brother Parris Jones: Epsilon Sigma Lambda – 04/02/2016

Brother Jeffrey McNair: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Jordan Webb: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Devon A. Taliaferro, Sr: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

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Brother Lamar Goodwine: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Julius Ware, II: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Ryan Eugene: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother David Jackson: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Deldridge Berry: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

Brother Kevin Fowlkes: Sigma Alpha Lambda – 05/30/2020

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Membership and Reclamation Do you want to become active again? We understand that there might be many reasons why you went inactive; however, your participation is still desired and needed. If you are an Alpha brother residing in Southern Maryland and are looking for a chapter home, look no further! SAL is here and ready to welcome you back into the fold with open arms. We need brothers like you to join us in providing service and advocacy to Charles, St. Mary’s, and Calvert Counties.

Center for Higher Education at 3261 Old Washington Road, Suite 1020, Waldorf, MD 20602. However, due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, we are conducting our Chapter meetings virtually via Zoom. If you are interested in visiting with the Brothers of SAL, please contact us at info@sal1906.org. Although SAL seeks to reclaim our local brothers who are not financially active within the Fraternity, we also open our doors to those seeking the Light of Alpha through the Fraternity’s Initial Membership Development Process (IMDP). Please visit www.apa1906.net for more information.

SAL traditionally meets on the second Thursday of every month at the Waldorf

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National Programs A Voteless People is a Hopeless People “A Voteless People is a Hopeless People” (VPHP) was initiated as a National Program of Alpha during the 1930s when many African-Americans had the right to vote but were prevented from voting because of poll taxes, threats of reprisal, and lack of education about the voting process. Voter education and registration have remained a dominant focus of this outreach activity for over 65 years. In the 1990s, the focus shifted to include political awareness and empowerment, delivered most frequently through town hall meetings and candidate forums.

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Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. established the “Go-to-High School, Go-to-College” program in 1922. This program focuses on preparing 9th-12th grade young men to excel in college, develop leadership skills to use in the future, and establish prospective leaders for southern Maryland. The program targets male students, currently enrolled in high school with a desire to GO TO

COLLEGE! Students enrolled in this program are provided with potential scholarship opportunities, attend field trips, and more. For more information, please contact Brother Edward McNeil, Director of Educational Activities, via email at info@SAL1906.org.

College Prep/Career Readiness Seminar On March 16, 2021, the Education Committee facilitated a virtual session with the Alpha Scholars mentees that included a discussion of several key aspects associated with preparing for college and a Q&A panel with a few Brothers of SAL and a special guest who are employed within diverse career fields. Brothers Reverend Dr. James Huntley and Edward McNeil provided the students with an overview of the key requirements and benefits associated with the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) and American College Test (ACT) as it relates to their college eligibility. In addition, Brother Duriel Barnes, Owner of The Chosen Chef, Brother Parris Jones, United States Army Recruiter, and Mr. Quentin Olgelsby, IT Service Helpdesk Technician, gave an overview of their respective chosen career fields. They also provided the students with an in depth insight inside the thought process that led them to choosing that particular industry, in addition to the pros and cons of their jobs. Although the Go-to-High School, Go-to-College program is typically focused on post-secondary education, in today’s climate, it is also important to expose our mentees to information critical to their matriculation into the trade workforce in the event they chose not to continue their education in a traditional manner upon graduating from high school. 12

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Under 30 Forum The final session of the 2020 – 2021 Virtual Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Program took place on April 20, 2021. The purpose of the Under 30 Forum was to provide the students in attendance with an analysis of the benefits of pursing entrepreneurial opportunities within the tech industry, which is currently underrepresented in the African American community. Brother Jammal Dorsey presented the students with a synopsis of the job descriptions and entry, median, and high level salaries associated

with these positions. In addition, the Under 30 Forum featured two special guests – Mr. Bryant Owens, Senior Product Manager at Stash and Mr. Eric Green, Junior Software Engineer at Howard University and Founder/CEO of Hagl USA. Mr. Owens and Mr. Green provided the mentees with their experiences in the tech industry thus far, while also imparting words of wisdom and recommendations for how they can successfully enter and navigate their way throughout the tech industry.

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Virtual Graduation Ceremony with Alpha Scholars and Parents SAL’s Education Committee facilitated a virtual graduation ceremony on May 15, 2021 to acknowledge the mentees currently enrolled in the Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Program, include those students who had been enrolled in the program during their entire high school tenure. Brother Edward McNeil provided the parents with an overview of the myriad of topics that were covered during the sessions for this year’s mentoring program. The mentees were also given time to reflect on their favorite aspect of the mentoring program, while their parents were provided an opportunity to express their sincere gratitude for their children being enrolled in the mentoring program. The positive feedback that the Education Committee received from the mentees and parents spoke volumes to the hard work and dedication that was required to keep the mentees engaged in a virtual environment. At the conclusion of the virtual graduation ceremony, the Brothers of SAL gathered to present the mentees with their Alpha Scholars boxes and certificates of completion. All in all, this year’s Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Program was extremely successful. Of special interest, for the first time in the history of the Chapter, the Education Committee successfully registered five of the mentees to attend the Leadership Develop Institute (LDI).

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SAL Tutoring Program Initiative Last quarter, the Brothers of SAL established a free pilot tutoring initiative in an effort to further meet the needs of the Alpha Scholars enrolled in our 2020 – 2021 Virtual Go-to-High School, Go-to-College Program. Tutoring was provided via two 45-minute virtual sessions per week in the following subjects: Local/State/National Government, Spanish, and Foundations of Information Technology. Tutoring in these specific subjects were requested by our Scholars based on the interim report cards they received. The Education Committee is pleased to report that the mentees enrolled in the tutoring program initiative have increased their grades tremendously as they were initially received failing grades prior to the tutoring sessions and finished the school year with A’s and B’s in these same courses.

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Project Alpha Project Alpha was established in 1980 when Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the March of Dimes began collaboratively on this national program. This initiative is designed to provide education, motivation and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases for young males aged 12-15 years. Designed to provide young men with current and accurate information about teen pregnancy prevention, Project Alpha consists of a series of workshops and informational sessions conducted by the Brothers of SAL. For more information, please contact Brother Edward McNeil, Director of Educational Activities, via email at info@SAL1906.org.

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A. Charles Haston Brother’s Keeper Program The A. Charles Haston Brother’s Keeper Program, established in 2010, 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, and vulnerable community members. 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. For more information, please contact Brother Thomas Nobles, Director of Community Outreach, via email at info@SAL1906.org

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Spring Clothing Drive In May 2021, SAL’s Community Outreach Committee facilitated a spring clothing drive in an effort to help meet the needs of Southern Maryland residents as we transition into the summer months. The clothing drive was very successful as several bags and containers of short sleeve shirts, t-

shirts, shorts, socks, sandals, and tennis shoes were donated to SAL and subsequently given to Project Echo House in Calvert County, MD. The items were provided to men, women, and children who are in need.

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Webinar With Maryland Alphas in Government Brother Edsel M. Brown, Jr, Chairman of the Political and Social Action Committee, facilitated a webinar with Brother Calvin Ball – Howard County Executive and Brother Charles E. Sydnor, III – District 44 Maryland State Senate Representative, on March 24, 2021 to discuss pertinent updates regarding the highly anticipated HBCU funding bill that had recently passed thorough the Maryland State Chamber. Brother Sydnor highlighted other noteworthy legislation and the importance of Brothers getting active in their respective communities to hold leadership officials accountable, as well as possibly running for office themselves, if interested.

In addition, Brother Ball provided the Brothers of SAL with an outline of his reelection campaign platform, while emphasizing the importance of having long term goals and ensuring that they be carried out to completion, and discussed the importance of building your personal brand and coalitions. Brother Ball also echoed Brother Sydnor’s call for substantive action and participation. Brother Ball and Brother Sydnor are shining examples of the best that Alpha has to offer the community. While each of them hold significant positions of leadership, there is no doubt that their current accomplishments are only an indicator of how much further in life they will climb.

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Adopt-A-Highway Project Clean Up

As proud and active members of the Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration Adopt-A-Highway Program, the Brothers of SAL cleaned up the Chapter’s one mile stretch along route 228 on Saturday, April 24, 2021. This was the second highway cleanup that SAL conducted during this fraternal year and for some Brothers, this was the first time they have seen one another since the onset of the pandemic. Community service isn’t something we as Alphas do just to check a box, it also provides an opportunity to spend time with one another while providing relief to the community we are charged with improving.

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SAL Receives Praise from Various Community Based Organizations

Calvert County Minority Business Alliance (CCMBA)

P.O. Box 1015 Huntingtown, MD 20639 info@ccmba.org (email) www.ccmba.org (website) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chair of the Board Gayle Reid Board Members Andrea “Chris” Banks Joel Hill Dawn L. Tucker OFFICERS President Bryant Parker Vice President Roseanna Vogt Secretary OPEN Treasurer Christine Coates PROGRAMS Businesses Assisting Youth To Achieve (BAYTA) Community Business Training Executive Entrepreneur Speaker Series Networking Nights Securing Assets, Value, Interest/Investments – Now Grow! (SAVINGS)

March 12, 2021 Rodney White, President Dear Mr. White: The Calvert County Minority Business Alliance (CCMBA) would like to send you this letter of appreciation for the Sigma Alpha Lambda ( SAL) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s service to the Southern Maryland community. Thank you for the following: • Participation in all the Empower Southern Maryland Webinars on Health, Youth, Business, and Voting. • Monthly mentoring of our youth with "Go To High School Go To College" program held monthly • Food collections • Clothing collections • Alpha Foundation Scholarships • A Voteless People Is A Hopeless People - Voter Registration and Poll Watching • Serving on various a committees and boards throughout Southern Maryland CCMBA is a membership organization that supports the development of small, minority, and women owned businesses. CCMBA also supports the development of all businesses given that they are one of the primary providers of jobs. If we can be of any assistance to you or can partner on projects, please do not hesitate to let us know. If there are questions, please do not hesitate to reach me on 443-532-4531 or by email at info@ccmba.org. Sincerely,

Dawn L. Tucker CCMBA Board Member Membership Chair

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St. Mary’s County NAACP, Branch #7025 Economic Development Committee P.O. Box 189, Lexington Park, MD 20653 Phone: (240) 317-7047 Email: edc@stmarysnaacp.org Website: https://www.stmarysnaacp.org/economic-development

Monday, March 15, 2021

Brother Rodney L. White, President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter P.O. Box 1791 Waldorf, MD 20604 Re: Letter of Appreciation

Dear Brother Rodney L. White, As the Past Chair of the Economic Development Committee for the St. Mary’s County NAACP, Branch #7025, I extend a letter of appreciation. We would like to thank you and Mr. Edsel Brown for participating in our Empower SOMD virtual event series. Each month, for five consecutive months, we appreciate the time you made yourselves available to participate on our panels in the various topics of: Economic Development, Health, Youth Activism, Civic Engagement and Celebrating & Honoring Veterans. The information and community resources provided by your Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. were well received by our audience. In addition, we give gratitude to Mr. Edsel Brown for his participation with our Economic Development Committee. He has attended various committee meetings (in person and virtual) over the last two years. We are grateful for his expertise and the knowledge his brings to assist our minority business community.

Sincerely,

Ms. Wynne S. Briscoe, Past Chair St. Mary’s County NAACP, Branch #7025 Economic Development Committee

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National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Charles County Branch Post Office Box 2401 ♦ Waldorf, Maryland 20604 Phone: 240-776-2828

March 21, 2021 Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. P.O. Box 1791 Waldorf, MD 20604 Dear President White:

It is with great pleasure to write this letter of appreciation to Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. For your continued support and advocacy to Charles County residents. The display of professionalism and decorum displayed by the men of your Chapter is a testament to your level of dedication to your organization and the community.

The Charles County NAACP (CCNAACP) success in advocacy is dependent on the support of organizations in the community. The men of Sigma Alpha Lambda Chapter have never come short of assisting the CCNAACP. During the CENSUS 2020, your help was crucial in information gathering to allow the county to receive the necessary funding for years to come. Through your a voteless people is a hopeless people vote initiative during the 2020 Election was pivotal in our second female judge's election to the 5th Circuit Court. As you know, Charles County has a growing homeless and the working poor population. During the pandemic, the men of the Sigma Alpha Lambda chapter provided necessary assistance to families in need through the collection of food and clothing collection. It is my pleasure to present you with this letter of appreciation for your service to Charles County residents. Sincerely,

Dyotha R Sweat Dyotha R. Sweat President Charles County NAACP

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2020-2021 Fraternal Year Chapter Awards Brother of the Year Award Brother Rodney L. White

Unsung Hero Award Brother Edward McNeil

Vertner Woodson Tandy Award Brother Thomas Nobles

Neophyte of the Year Award Brother Devon A. Taliaferro, Sr.

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Brotherhood Spotlight Congratulations Brother Vice President – Reverend Dr. Marquez Ball

The Brothers of SAL would like to send our sincerest congratulations to our very own Chapter Vice President, Brother Reverend Dr. Marquez D. Ball for being appointed as an At-Large Board Member of the Prince George’s County Chapter of the 100 Black Men, Inc. In addition, Brother Ball was presented the President’s Award from Chapter President, Brother Rodney L. White, for his dedication and service to SAL during the 2020-2021 fraternal year.

Job well done Brother Ball!

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Congratulations Brother Ryan Eugene located in Hartford, Connecticut. Brother Eugene is currently preparing to take the Washington, D.C. Bar examination in late July. Brother Eugene, congratulations on the first of many milestones in your law career.

On Saturday, May 15, 2021, a lengthy and rather difficult journey concluded for Brother Ryan Eugene, Lead Graphic Designer for The Light of Southern Maryland, as he graduated from the University of Connecticut Law School,

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SAL 2020-2021 Fraternal Year Executive Board President Brother Rodney L. White

Vice President Brother Reverend Dr. Marquez Ball

Recording/Corresponding Secretary Brother Reverend James Izzard, Jr.

Treasurer Brother Charles Casey

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Director of Educational Activities Brother Edward McNeil

Associate Editor to The Sphinx Brother Devon A. Taliaferro, Sr.

Chaplain Brother Lord T. Walthour

Historian Brother John Jones, Jr.

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Director of Membership Intake Brother Henry Nicholes, Jr.

Sergeant-at-Arms Brother Jeremy Stephens

Chapter Parliamentarian Brother Michael Dryver

Director of Community Outreach Brother Thomas Nobles

Director of Social and Fraternal Events Brother Lamar Goodwine 30

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Alpha Phi Alpha Launches Official LinkedIn Account

Brothers, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is now on LinkedIn! For those of you who currently have LinkedIn profiles, I encourage you to follow Alpha’s official LinkedIn account.

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For the Good of the Order Farewell Brother Dr. Kevin L. Hagans

In order to send Brother Dr. Kevin L. Hagans out in true Alpha fashion, the Brothers of SAL gathered for a brief moment to fellowship, as Brother President Rodney L. White presented Brother Hagans with a token of appreciation for his dedication in service to Alpha during his time as a member of SAL. On behalf of the

Brothers of SAL, we thank Brother Hagans for the hard work he has exerted during his tenure in SAL and we know he will remain active in Alpha in his next destination in life. This is not goodbye, but merely a see you later! 06’ dear Brother.

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Fatherhood Friday

The Light of Southern Maryland would like to give a shout out to Brothers Lucius and Jammal Dorsey for being recognized by the Social Media Team of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. as part of their Fatherhood Friday initiative. 06’ to Brothers Lucius and Jammal Dorsey!

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Transition of Our Beloved Brother With a heavy heart, The Light of Southern Maryland somberly reports that Brother Henry A. Stewart transitioned to our sweet resting place, the Omega Chapter, on March 14, 2021. Brother Stewart was initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. by way of the Alpha Rho Chapter, seated on the campus of Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, during the Spring 1999 semester. Brother Stewart was a Life Member and was an active member of the Omicron Lambda

Alpha (OLA) Chapter at the time of his demise. As a member of the OLA Chapter, he served in the capacity of former President and Vice President, in addition to serving on various Chapter Committees. Brother Stewart also served as the Assistant Executive Director for Marketing and Publications for the General Organization. The Brothers of SAL extend our sincere condolences to Brother Stewart’s family during this time.

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Black Owned Businesses in Southern Maryland A Girl With a Grind Mrs. Taneka Ferrell, is the Founder and CEO of A Girl With a Grind, a company focused on inspiring the youth through selfexpression, the identification of their gifts and passions for preparation and implementation into current and future generations. A Girl With a Grind, launched in February 2021, advocates for positive change within the community through shifting expectations of the presumed destiny and achieving greatness beyond one's beliefs and limitations. With many projects in the works, A Girl With a Grind has initiated its introduction to the world with an array of products available for purchase online at https://www.agirlwithagrind.com.

provides each customer with the requisite level of confidence that every “Boss” needs in their own unique manner. Not only can you add this one-of-a-kind apparel to your closet, you can also pair it with literature authored by Mrs. Ferrell herself. It's All About Me During Quarantine, is one of many forthcoming publications that aim to reach out and connect with young visionaries while teaching them to utilize their imagination in order to identify their inner talents, interests, and goals during the most challenging times. You will not be disappointed with the talent and efforts this brand is created on. Fun fact – Mrs. Ferrell’s younger brother, Preston Turrentine, was initiated into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. by way of the Omicron Beta Chapter, seated on the campus of North Carolina Wesleyan University in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, during the Fall 2010 semester.

The BossBabeBeauty t-shirt/sweatshirt apparel line is currently available in various styles and color combinations. The apparel is visually appealing and comprised of high quality and comfortably fitting material, that

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Ashley Cabell Creations, LLC

Ashley Cabell Creations, LLC, established in 2020 by Founder and CEO, Mrs. Ashley Cabell, specializes in sweet treats such as cakes, cupcakes and cake pops; handmade educational material; party props; hair care products and much more. The energy, skillset, attention to detail and creativity Mrs. Cabell exudes within her business is beyond one’s imagination. Mrs. Cabell is always ready to share her talents and gifts through crafts and one-of-a-kind creations

from sweet treats to décor and so much more. In addition to being a mother, wife, and business owner, Mrs. Cabell is also a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. For more information regarding the products and services offered by Ashley Cabell Creations, LLC, please visit their Instagram and or Facebook accounts at AshleyCabellCreationsLLC.

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Daily Desire, LLC Daily Desire, LLC, a minority, woman, and veteran owned business, was founded in April 2016 by Owner and CEO, Darlene Curl. Ms. Curl’s inspiration for creating her own business was birthed when she originally created her now widely renown body butter for a friend as a homemade Christmas gift a few years ago. After several other people showed an interest in purchasing the body butter, coupled with the positive feedback received regarding the overall quality and results, the company was created.

Daily Desire, LLC prides itself in its ability to provide its customers with natural and healthy skin care products by fusing fresh quality ingredients, prayer, energy, time and effort into every product that is created. For

more information regarding the products available for purchase from Daily Desire, LLC, please visit their website at https://www.dailydesire425.com, you will not be disappointed!