Undergraduate Grand Chapter Officers: A Conversation
great new initiatives that can push Kappa to a new level in the future,” he continued. Grand Lt. Strategus Nathaniel Girma says: "Grand Polemarch Battles is someone who is educated on the busi- ness of the frat, motivated in his role of polemarch, and most importantly dedicated to not only keeping Kappa alive but moving it forward in a positive direction. 2. Being a part of the 33 rd administration is a responsibility that should not and will not be taken lightly.” Junior Grand Vice Polemarch Cross also finds that sup- porting the Six Point Plan as sound. “The initiatives the Grand Polemarch pushes for in the plan are common sense initiatives. Improving community service, reorganizing IHQ, increasing undergraduate participation in the fraternity, reclaiming brothers, executing MTA, and executive leader- ship training are all things that truly make Kappa better,” he continued. In accordance with the Undergraduate Development and Executive Leadership Training and Succession Planning portion of the Grand Polemarch’s Kappa Six Point Plan, The Young Six have traveled across the country teaching un- dergraduates the business of Kappa and how to make their ideas for Kappa become a reality. “We are grateful to have a Grand Polemarch who desires for undergraduate brothers to On Kappa’s Six-Point Plan
bright future. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity is “the source of our delights and joys” and “the pride of all our hearts.” Let us mani- fest these words from our hymn and display them in our actions, deeds and contributions.
Yours in the Bond, Christopher Cross Junior Grand Vice Polemarch
What They’re Saying in the 33 rd Administration T he Undergraduate Grand Chapter Officers recently got together with the Journal for a conversation… the first of many. Reflecting on Grand Polemarch Battles In reflecting on supporting Grand Polemarch Battles and the Junior Grand Vice Polemarch’s ability to support him as an undergraduate officer, Christopher Cross reflects that he first met the Grand Polemarch in June 2016 at the Undergraduate Leadership Institute where the Grand Polemarch spoke at length about his undergraduate days. “Since then,” says Cross, “I have always admired his person- able character. He is often described by others as a ‘brother’s brother’ and I cannot think of a more fitting term. His great character makes him easy to work with alongside the other Grand Chapter officers.” Grand Board Member Ivan Garcia believes that Grand Polemarch Battles “keeps those around him working hard.” Grand Board Member Earls added, “The Grand Polemarch’s charisma is a true asset. Since we have been introduced and ushered into this administration, he has taken us under his wing, and showed us the true depth and potential of this fraternity,” stated Earls. “In the time I have known Brother Grand Polemarch Battles I can say with great sincerity that God has placed him in this role to lead not by chance but by design. Brother Battles has an unwavering love for Kappa Alpha Psi ® ,” stated Grand Board Member Christopher Raxton. “Seeing this passion for an organization inspired me to strive for greatness in my role of Undergraduate Grand Board of Directors. I plan to not only better and empower the Undergraduate experience but also support Brother Battles in creating and promoting some
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