NORTH CENTRAL PROVINCE
Province Polemarch by embracing the “power of presence.” What I mean by that is that I attend (or, at least, try to attend) as many chap- ter events as possible. First, doing this is truly in the role of Province Polemarch to conduct chapter visits. However, it allows me to actually meet brothers where they are. I also allow brothers to see me as a brother as well as Province
Plan played a role in your Province activities? Kilpatrick: The most obvious answer is that the Six Point Plan has provided guidance in plan- ning and organizing the program- matic elements of the Province and chapter activities. However, it has also served as an affirmation for the furtherance of some Province initia-
the presence of Alpha chapter and the other single-letter chapters or the first alumni chapter. While all of these are known facts, the North Central is blessed with benefit of being the “mother Province.” These things make the North Central an integral fixture within the Fraternity. However, what makes us the best is that we put Kappa First!
The North Central is the best because we look to put Brotherhood above all other things.
Journal: What advice would you give to those who want to pur- sue a career your profession? Kilpatrick: Focus on the details. The work is high profile within the utility and the organization’s cred- ibility is influenced by the work product produced. You have to be guided by what is fixed, known and measurable. It is important to focus on what you know and not what you think. Everything you do will be scrutinized as it must be able to withstand counterpoints from inter- vening parties.
tives that we began a few years ago. The plan affirmed that the Province was on the right track with respect to many of its process improvement initiatives as well as its initiatives created to enhance brotherhood and increase reclamation.
Polemarch. These visits have cre- ated a frequency of interaction that has helped me to build or enhance relationships with brothers individu- ally. This has been invaluable when asking brothers to support various initiatives or, in those infrequent occasions, where I needed to deliver information where my decision may have differed from the brother or chapter. Having the foundation of a relationship was helpful because the difference of opinion was seen as a “bump in the road” rather than an erosion of trust.
Journal: Why is your province the best in Kappa Alpha Psi ® ?
Kilpatrick: The North Central is the best because we look to put brotherhood above all other things. I could talk about the rich history of the Province that is the history of the Fraternity. I could talk about
Journal: How has Kappa’s Six Point
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