Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Saluting General Michael E. Langley The First Black Four-Star General of the United States Marine Corps
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Exemplars of Leadership Embody Achievement
candor as he works to continue to Break Barriers and Build Bridges. So too are the achievements of our brothers chronicled in this issue exemplifying the theme of the 34 th Administration. Lt. General Charles Hamilton is the 47 th Deputy Chief of Staff of the United States Army. See page 38. United States Marine Veteran Demetrius L. Harrell Jr., (Eta Phi 2022) ascends to the highest levels of student leadership in Texas. See page 34. And, General Michael E. Langley becomes the first Black four-star General of the United States Marine Corps. Brother General Langley is featured on the cover of this season's Journal . See page 28. We focus on his poignant ceremony remarks. Among the points he makes during his promotion ceremony remarks is that "sometimes challenges harness oppor- tunity." His remarks are poignant and his exhortation of "those who have gone before" bear remembrance. With call- outs of Dr. Frederick C. Branch and General Daniel "Chappie" James, Jr., he shows how those exemplars of leader- ship impacted his path. Indeed, each of these achievers high-
lighted in this issue are exemplars of leadership who embody achievement. We also highlight the longevity and work of our chapters. See pages 10 (Miami (FL) Alumni) and 17 (Xi Chapter) respectively as well as the work of outstanding brothers who were initi- ated into Kappa Alpha Psi through Xi, such as Grand Board Member Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq. See page 21. They have served as exemplars of leader- ship and as the late, great Dr. Ralph J. Bryson used to say, "Let the work I've done speak for me." Their work contin- ues to edify the communities they serve. We hope you enjoy this survey of their work accordingly.
Cleveland Ferguson III, Esq., Editor A s the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal has chronicled throughout the 34 th Administration, the work of the Fraternity goes on. Despite the lingering effects and con- tinued variants of COVID-19, Grand Polemarch Reuben A. Shelton, III, Esq. has traversed, cities, states, provinces nations and continents to facilitate the business of Kappa Alpha Psi. His leadership accomplishments have been communicated via every form of media available. And, the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi have appreciated his
Yours in the Bond, Cleveland Ferguson III, Esq. Editor
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The Undergraduate Leadership Institute: A Portrait of Our Future
men at the biennial Undergraduate Leadership Institute (ULI). I have had the good fortune to attend just about all the ULI sessions since its inception and have seen the exponen- tial growth of corporate sponsorships, number of participants and program content. It is a monumental task to conduct that program every two years but the Chairmen, Brother Jywanza Watt initially and currently Brother Kristerpher Smith, have continually taken this initiative to higher heights without a misstep from the Alpha Klass to the latest Kappa Klass. There is a misconception that ULI participants are the best of the best of our undergraduate membership. I beg to differ and know first-hand that is not the case. ULI participants are a representative sample of the quality and talent pool we have as collegiate brothers. It is just unfortunate we can- not accommodate every one of them because, in my opinion they would all qualify. The undergraduates who have the opportunity to attend ULI often take their learnings and experiences back to their respective campuses to share with their chapter brothers, who in turn share that information with other young members. I know this occurs because I have seen it happen. It is extremely gratifying to witness the chance for our young brothers to use their ULI exposure to vie for intern- ships and permanent employment with major corporations, especially those that sponsor the Institute with financial contributions and speakers for curriculum topics. ULI Chairman, Brother Smith was in the Delta Klass and parlayed that opportunity into a high-ranking position with past
primary ULI partner, General Electric Corporation. I have seen Brother Smith tutoring others about that ac- complishment as he gave them sage advice about how they can do the same. It is axiomatic that the youth of any group will portend the organization’s future. But in our case the idea is especially highlighted. We have the most impressive and impactful leader- ship development program of any or- ganization in the National Panhellenic Council or otherwise. Several ULI graduates have become prominent lawyers, doctors, scientists, educators and excelled in many other fields of human endeavor. Others have be- come leaders in the Fraternity and will likely ascend to our highest levels. I want to especially thank all the brothers who have served as staff members for the ULI. I have wit- nessed the type of dedication and commitment it takes to make a program like this successful and our alumni faculty brothers execute their duties with laser efficiency and preci- sion. If the ULI is a print of things to come, our future is very bright indeed. God bless you all.
Reuben A. Shelton III, Esq. Grand Polemarch M y mother had a quote that has always resonated re- garding people with whom I associate. She always said, she could tell how my future will look by looking at my friends. Indeed, I have taken that to heart when em- barking on new interpersonal, social or business relationships. We can apply that same concept to individuals we initiate into the Fra- ternity and with whom we choose to surround ourselves as brothers. If you want a good glimpse of the future of Kappa Alpha Psi you need only look at the young brothers in our various undergraduate chapters, and we can find a good sample of those young
Yours in the Bond, Reuben A. Shelton, III, Esq. Grand Polemarch
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THE GALLERY
Whether Toronto, Canada, Atlanta, GA, Tampa, FL or Philadelphia, PA, Grand Polemarch Reuben A. Shelton, III, Esq. has not let the lingering impacts of the pandemic negatively effect the business of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. We have all had to make adjustments, but the work on the Good Ship Kappa, sails on!
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MIAMI (FL) ALUMNI CELEBRATES 75 YEARS
Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter Celebrates 75 Years
By Aaron Williams
Chapter Celebration S anniversary observance. The committee, led by 50-year member and past chap- ter polemarch Brother James Monroe, Ph.D., had planned a week-long celebra- tion which included a public meeting, community service project, and recogni- tions at several legislative bodies across the greater Miami area. However, the chapter’s plans were significantly altered due to the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic and the implementation of ince late 2018, members of the Miami (FL) Alumni Chap- ter began the discussions and planning for the chapter’s 75 th -
Chauncy Haynes.
Chapter Chartering Spearheaded by Lemuel “Leo”
Jenkins and seven Miami-based mem- bers, the effort to establish an alumni chapter in South Florida began in the mid-1940s. Brother Jenkins was the guiding spirit in the establishment of the chapter. As a result of efforts to show Miami had suf-
supporting the ‘banquet in a box’ concept. Attendees will also receive a commemorative Miami Alumni 75 th anniversary t-shirt, a personal bottle of champagne, and a plastic flute glass for a virtual toast. The chapter will provide a digital credit to attendees for payment to order a meal from an online meal de- livery service such as Uber Eats ® , Door Dash ® , or Postmates ® . The virtual platform allows attend- ees to interact with one another in small groups via “virtual tables.” Attendees will be able to move from table to table to connect with different groups of brothers. During this time, attendees can fellowship by eating lunch or a cocktail. The main program agenda includes a brief recap of the history of the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter, notable members, chapter contributions to the Grand Chapter, Southern Province, and the Greater Miami community, remarks from past Polemarchs of Miami Alumni, and greetings and remarks from Polemarchs from other area chapters. Dignitaries invited to the “Banquet in the Box” event including Grand Polemarch Ruben A. Shelton, III, 33 rd Grand Polemarch Thomas L. Battles, Jr., and Southern Province Polemarch
social distanc- ing measures to combat the deadly virus. As a result, the chapter modi- fied its initial cel- ebration plans to include a scaled- down in-person event and a virtual celebratory event. On Charter Day, November 23, 2021, the
fi cient mem- bers in the city to sup- port an alumni chapter,
the Southeastern Province petitioned the Grand Board of Directors and the 12 th Grand Polemarch Augustus G. Parker. Early in November 1946, J. Er- nest Wilkins, Sr., the Grand Keeper of Records and Exchequer, sent a letter to the group of Miami Kappa Men inform- ing them the Grand Board of Directors approved the petition to establish an alumni chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fra- ternity, Inc. in the City of Miami, FL. On Saturday night, November 23, 1946, in the home of Chester Williams, the Southeastern Province Polemarch W. Dickerson Donnelly officiated the chapter chartering ceremonies and over- saw the inaugural election of officers. The following were elected: Polemarch, Leo Jenkins; Vice Polemarch, Oscar J. Edwards, Sr.; Keeper of Records, Chester Williams; Keeper of Exchequer,
chapter sponsored a fellowship event at the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter house. Despite the event occurring during the Thanksgiving holiday week, the chapter typically convenes informally to com- memorate the actual day of chartering. With this year’s chapter milestone, the charter day toast is expected to hold unique significance and reflections from many long-time chapter members and new chapter members alike. On December 11, 2021, the chapter hosted a virtual banquet celebration via the Hopin ® virtual event platform entitled “Banquet in a Box: An Interac- tive Experience.” Registered virtual attendees receive a specially designed commemorative box filled with items
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James E. Hart; Strategus, Leonard S. Walker; Lt. Strategus, Frank Jones; and Historian Lewis Blake; Leandus Blackus was the eighth charter member. Chapter Recognition On November 16, 2021, Miami- Dade County and Mayor Daniella Levine-Cava issued a proclamation recognizing the chapter for its 75 years in the Miami community. The chapter throughout history has received nu- merous proclamations and certificates of merit from the state of Florida, the city of Miami, Dade County, and local congressional representatives. The local NPHC awarded the chapter with its Frater of the Year Award in 2011, 2015, and 2019. The Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter has won the Southern Province Chapter of the Year Awards in the following years: 1995, 1996, 1999, 2000, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021. In addition, the chapter has won the Southern Province Community Service awards in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2021, and the Province Website of the Year in 2015. Host Chapter Known as “the Great 58 th ”, Miami (FL) Alumni hosted the 58 th Grand
Chapter Meeting in the summer of 1973. Miami (FL) Alumni was the first chapter in the Southern Province to host a Grand Chapter Meeting. The May 1973 Kappa Alpha Psi – Conclave Issue, which featured Miami (FL) Alumni, its members, and the city of Miami, was the largest Journal issue at 144 pages up to that date. According to the October 1973 issue of the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal, the Miami Conclave, led by Conclave Chairman and Miami (FL) Alumni member James R. Chambers (Alpha Upsilon 1940), was extraordinarily well organized, well attended, and “set benchmarks in several categories and established precedents in others.” The Miami Conclave had more registered delegates than any previous Grand Chapter Meeting. Grand Chapter delegates unani- mously elected Dr. Elbert Enrico Allen as the Fraternity’s 21 st Grand Polemarch. Held at the Playboy Plaza Hotel on Miami Beach, the 58 th Grand Chapter Meeting hosted the fraternity’s “first public-oriented” national meet- ing as seminars, awards programs, and Official Family Dinner” was open to the general public.
The October 1973 issue of the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal.
Polemarch Brother Travis L. Brown (Alpha Theta 1991), Miami (FL) Alumni hosted the fifth National Founders’ Day Weekend Observance at the Miami Hyatt Hotel. The chapter also hosted Southern Province Council Meetings the follow- ing years: 1953, 1970, 1989, 2005, and 2014. Advising Chapter The chapter currently advises two undergraduate chapters. The Florida Memorial University Chapter, Epsilon Mu of Kappa Alpha Psi, was the first undergraduate chapter in South Florida when chartered in April 1966. In Octo- ber 2007, the Southern Province named the Miami (FL) Alumni as the advising alumni chapter to the newly chartered the Barry University Chapter, the Pi Kappa of Kappa Alpha Psi. From 1979 to 1998, the chapter also advised the Miami (FL) University Chapter, the Iota Chi of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Signature Chapter Events In the past, the signature event for the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter was its annual Black and White Ball, which was a who’s who of Miami’s Black elite,
In 2010, led by past chapter
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was THE social event in the greater Miami area. The event was usually held at five-star hotels and waterfront venues such as on the Port of Miami. Miami’s Black and White Ball was immensely popular and even took on themes such as “Kasino Royale.” Later the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter collaborated with neighboring South Florida chapters from Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties to co-host an even bigger and more inclusive gala. In recent years, the chapter’s Found- ers Day J5 house party has been the most anticipated celebration in South Florida. The event is open to the public and is primarily held in the sprawling backyard of the fraternity house, with plenty of food, entertainment, and even a champagne toast to the founders. The chapter uses the J5 event also acts as a fellowship and reclamation occasion. Some other more recent social events sponsored by the chapter include a yacht party leaving from Biscayne Bay. Chapter House A long-time goal of the chapter came true in 2014. Under the leadership of chapter Foundation Chair Thomas Jones, Jr. and Polemarch Robert Frazier, the chapter brought a 1,500 square foot chapter house on a half-acre lot. The Miami (FL) Alumni Foundation and funds raised within the chapter enabled the Miami (FL) Alumni to purchase the house. The chapter utilizes the prop- erty as a gathering spot for brotherhood activities and hospitality to visiting broth- ers. In addition to chapter meetings and fellowship events, the house contains a sprawling backyard that has hosted social events with hundreds of people. The property is also a community anchor, serving our community with toys, cook- outs, school supplies, gift cards, and food deliveries. The Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter house is located in an unincorporated area near North Miami, about half a mile east of Miami-Dade College’s north campus and Traz Powell stadium and five
the fraternity house property. The organization annually raises money for fraternity initiatives. Service to the Community Recently, the chapter adopted the motto of “Kappa M.I.A.M.I.”: Kappa Men In this Area Making an Impact. The chapter has pride in inspiring such service in the interest of the greater Mi- ami community. The chapter’s sustained community involvement includes elder services, community beautification, awareness to social and civic issues, health fairs, clothing drives, food drives, toy drives, school supply drives, voter registration, rallies against gun violence, hurricane relief supply drive, earthquake relief supply drive, Surfside first- responder relief drive, battered women relief, and healthcare worker relief for COVID-19. Senior Kappa Affairs Brothers Charles Martin (Epsilon Mu 1973) and past polemarch Donald Coffey (Miami (FL) AL 1982) lead the chapter’s Senior Kappa Affairs Com- mittee, whose mission is to ensure the well-being of fellow senior brothers and help foster senior kappa activities such as golf outings each week. Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter Update Led by 27 th Polemarch Kyle J. Har- ris (Theta Eta 2002) and the chapter
miles southeast of Florida Memorial University. Upcoming, the chapter plans repairs on the house’s electrical system and roof. Kappa League The Miami Kappa League program started in March 1971 under the leader- ship of Brother Carnell White as a 13 city pilot across the country. Brother Maceo Pickett (Miami (FL) AL 2009), current Kappa League Director, re- introduced in 2012 the program. With guiding principles are scholarship, lead- ership, and service, the Miami Kappa League since 2012 boasts a 100% high school graduation percentage. The chapter’s success is partly due to mentoring and programming of- fered including College Tours, Kappa Career Day, tutoring, SAT/ACT prep, S.T.E.A.M. activities, community service activities, social activities, and financial aid education. Annually, the chapter celebrates the achievement of its Kappa Leaguers with a College Sign- ing Day event and awards ceremony. Future plans for Miami Kappa League include a youth/adult bowl- ing tournament and a fundraiser with Krispy Kreme where the Leaguers sell ‘digital dozens of donuts’ via text message and social media. Miami Kappa League will implement a “Kappa League-A-Thon” where the chapter will broadcast on YouTube ® and social as a method for scholarship fundraising.
Philanthropy Established in 2000, the Miami
Alumni Kappa Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter with past chapter polemarch Robert “Chris” Frazier as its chairman. The foundation’s mission is: To promote leadership, achievement and enhance the Civic, Educational, Social, and Economic well-being of the Communities and organizations it serves.
The Foundation’s holdings include
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leadership team, Miami (FL) AL imple- mented in 2021 a “Back to Business” strategy. The chapter’s inability to host fundraising events and the malaise (lack of activity and effects of lockdowns and social distancing measures) due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown presented Miami (FL) Alumni an oppor- tunity to re-engage the direction of the chapter with new vigor and innovation. Some of the ideas from this initiative include: Embracing digital transformation. Le- verage the opportunity to utilize leverage digital tools to support the chapter and its programs. • Video conferencing tools to meet and communicate more effec- tively. • QR codes to help chapter mem- bership access websites, docu- ments, and videos easily. Fraternization Through Community Service Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the chapter has continued its tradition of serving the Miami community. The recent chapter service initiatives include: • Provided meals for nurses and hospital staff working on the front lines of COVID-19; • Initiated a supply drive for the
• Supported local voter registra- tion initiatives and U.S. Census participation; • Held clothing drives and toy drives; • Backed Grand Chapter’s “Room to Read” program donated books and reading to Golden Glades Elementary School third-grade students. • Marched for equal protection under the law in the wake of the George Floyd death. In 2020, the chapter created the “WE ALL Count!” digital campaign in response to the greater desire for civic activism. The campaign’s objective was to Inspire, Educate, and Enable digital advocacy during the pandemic. The chapter created a mobile site and transformed the chapter’s Instagram page to house links where visitors could register to vote, complete the census, sign up to be a voting poll worker, and vote by mail. Re-establishing fundraising efforts. In January 2020, the Miami Alumni Foundation held its inaugural “Driving For Achievement” golf tournament to fund Kappa League Scholarships. The Foundation was unable to hold this tournament at the same time in 2021 due to the COVID-19 related restric- tions at area golf courses but intends to
restart the golf tournament fundraiser in 2022.
Also, in conjunction with the chap- ter’s 75 th anniversary, the chapter is evaluating plans to re-establish Miami (FL) Alumni’s Black & White Ball. The Black & White Ball is a nostalgic event for many chapter members as it was one of the chapter’s marquee events of the 1970s through the 1990s and a potential significant fundraiser for the chapter. Miami (FL) Alumni Dignitaries The 33 rd Grand Polemarch Thomas L. Battles Jr. (Alpha Xi 1973), a mem- ber of the Stockbridge-Jonesboro (GA) Alumni Chapter, also maintains his membership in the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter. He served as sixth Southern Province Polemarch [1991-1997] when he resided in Miami. The 73 rd Laurel Wreath Laureate Rodney C. Adkins (Gamma Kappa 1979), a member of the Stamford (CT) Alumni Chapter, is also a long-time member of the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter and, like Grand Polemarch Battles, maintains financial membership in two chapters. Oscar J. Braynon, II (Theta Eta 1996) served as Florida State Senator for District 35 from 2011-2020. He was the Minority Leader for the 2016 and 2017 Legislative Sessions. He also serves as State Representative for District 103 and vice mayor of the City of Miami Gardens. Dr. Lester Brown (Delta Xi 1956) served as interim President of Florida Memorial University and has a park named in his honor in Miami Gardens, FL. Ronald E. Frazier (Xi 1963) was an architect by trade and the past President of the Miami-Dade Chamber of Com- merce. He is also a past board member of the Historic Hampton House Trust.
first responders of the tragic Surfside building collapse;
The Honorable Robert B. Ingram
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(Miami (FL) AL 1980) was mayor and former police chief of Opa Locka, FL, which named a street and an Elemen- tary School in his honor. Frank E. ‘Flap’ Jones (Alpha Xi 1937) A Miami (FL) Alumni charter member served 12 years on the Southern Prov- ince Board of Directors. Johnny L. Jones (Gamma Theta 1953), a past Miami (FL) Alumni Chap- ter Polemarch, was the first African- American Superintendent of Dade County Public Schools, one of the larg- est public school systems in the U.S. Dewey Knight, Jr. (Gamma Theta 1953) The first African American Assis- tant Miami-Dade County Manager,who has a highway near Miami International Airport named in his honor. His son, Dewey Knight, III (Miami Alumni 1987), works for Miami-Dade County and is currently a long-time member of the Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter
athletes to play in the Orange Bowl sta- dium in 1947. “Traz” Powell Stadium, named in his honor, hosts seven high school football teams on the campus of Miami-Dade College. Dorrin D. Rolle (Alpha Xi 1966) was a Miami-Dade County Commissioner. He served as President and CEO of the James E Scott Community Association (JESCA). He was also the Chairman of the Miami-Dade Economic Develop- ment and Housing Committee. Rolle recently entered the Chapter Invisible in 2020. Harold (“HT”) Smith (Alpha Xi 1965) was the first African American Assistant Dade County Attorney. He re- ceived national attention as a leader and co-spokesperson of the Boycott Miami Campaign in 1990, which resulted from Miami’s public offcials’ snubbing of Nelson Mandela. Hon. Rodney Smith (Lansing (MI) Alumni 1998) currently serves as a judge on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida and was appointed in 2018 by President Donald Trump. Arthur Teele, Jr., Esq. (Alpha Xi 1965) was appointed by President Ronald Reagan as the Director of the U.S. Urban Mass Transit Authority. He
also served as a Miami-Dade County Commissioner and the City of Miami Commissioner. Carnell White (Alpha Xi 1966) served on the Southern Province Board of Directors for 24 years. He also served as Sr. Province Vice Polemarch of the Southern Province under Cauley Lott. He also served on the Laurel Wreath Commission and National Achievement Commission. Orange Bowl Committee Members: the late Lawrence Adams (Alpha Xi 1949), Ronald E. Frazier, Sr. (Xi 1963), and Robert Chris Frazier (Miami (FL) Alumni 1998.
George F. Knox (Delta Pi 1963) was the first Black Miami City Attorney.
Nathaniel R. “Traz” Powell (Alpha Xi 1945) was one of the great African American sports pioneers in Miami’s history. Along with his Florida A&M University teammates, he made his- tory when they became the first Black
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Miami (FL) Alumni Chapter celebrates during the 5000 Role Models event inaugurated by U.S. Congresswoman Fredrica S. Wilson. Below, the Chapter observes Founders' Day with 33 rd Grand Polemarch Thomas L. Battles, Jr. Opposite page include a mural painted on the chapter fraternity house as well as the annual chapter photograph.
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Xi Chapter Celebrates its Centennial with Gala
By Christopher T. Lemmie
Decade Representatives James E. Pittman (Xi 1952) Donald E. Humphries (Xi 1952) Frederick H. Black (Xi 1966) Porter W. Myrick, Jr. (Xi 1968) Darryl H. Dennis (Xi 1976) Dr. Reginald D. Rigsby (Xi 1977) Bernard W. Gatewood (Xi 1980) Gregory S. Works (Xi 1984)
Centennial Contributors Jeffery M. Jerrels (Xi 1984)
T he Howard University Chapter, The Xi of Kappa Alpha Psi Fra- ternity Inc., delivered another commitment to its academic institution by fulfilling a $100,000 endowed scholarship in honor of its cen- tennial charter anniversary. Presenta- tions for the Kappa Alpha Psi, Xi Chap- ter Endowed Scholarship were made to Howard University (HU) President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick on September 11, 2021, at the Chapter's Centennial Gala at the luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel in downtown Washington DC and recently to Associate Vice-President Princess Gamble on the HU campus. The completion of the endowed scholarship was a fitting complement to a series of notable events that included a virtual Centennial Charter Ceremony on December 27, 2020, the recent installa- tion of a permanent fraternity marker on the main campus of Howard University, the production of a Xi Chapter historical video and a Black Tie Gala attended by Grand Polemarch Rueben A. Shelton III Esq., Grand Board of Directors Member Robert L. Jenkins, Jr. (Xi 1992), Eastern Province Polemarch Charles E. Exum, the 60th Laurel Wreath Laureate John E. Jacob (Xi 1954), IHQ Executive Director John F. Burrell among other dignitaries. Overall, all Xi Chapter Centennial initiatives were successful, informa- tive, and inspirational. Approximately $250,000 was raised by nearly 100 Xi initiate donors to support the various ef- forts and each event was well attended – including over 200 guests at the Centen- nial Gala. Special recognition below to the following Xi Chapter initiates sup- ported the Centennial Chairman & Chapter Advisor, Christopher Lemmie (Xi 1982), in planning, fundraising, and implementing the endowed scholarship, campus marker, and Black–Tie Gala, among other efforts.
Robert C. Cooper, Esq. (Xi 1982) Harry G. Robinson (Xi 1961)
John E. Jacob (Xi 1954)
Dwayne A. Warren (Xi 2019) Ronald L. Stokes, Sr. (Xi 1969) Michael A. Smart (Xi 1980) Joe H. Tucker, Jr. (Xi 1982)
Robert L. Jenkins Jr., Esq. (Xi 1992) Randall C. Pippen Jr. (Xi 1982) Christopher M. Newsome, Sr. (Xi 2007) Rodney W. Hawkins (Xi 2009)
The Chapter is proud it represented the Fraternity well with its Centennial celebra- tions and that it has enhanced its institutional relationship with Howard University with long-term investments, commitments, and icons - but it will need to restore its active membership on campus if a full ongoing productive relationship is to be achieved. This will require a broad consistent effort to attract, develop and retain dedicated new Brothers – so that Xi Chapter can continue to vigorously fulfill its prominent standing within the Fraternity, university, and related communities. May it be the efforts of many that the Howard University Chapter, the Xi of Kappa Alpha Psi, be successful for the next 100 years. "Excel we Must."
Charles E. Exum - Eastern Province Polemarch. Robert Jenkins - Grand Board Member, John Jacobs - Laurel Wreath Laureate, Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick - HU President, Rueben Shelton III, Esq. – Grand Polemarch, Christopher Lemmie – Xi Chapter Advisor and Centennial Chairman, Robert Cooper – Xi Chapter Preservation Foundation, Darryl Dennis – Centennial HU Liaison.
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Key Historical Points on Xi Chapter
T he Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi has a long history of pro- ducing campus leaders who graduate to become leaders in the fraternity, government, business, religion, medicine, education, law, mili- tary, and other fields. Within the HU community, Xi members throughout the years held numerous campus leadership positions, including within the various HU schools, student government, cam- pus organizations, academic societies, and the student newspaper, the Hilltop. The Fall-Winter 2020 issue of the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal provided a brief overview of Xi Chapter's origin and Howard University's role with Founders Elder W. Diggs and Byron K. Armstrong and founding of Kappa Alpha Psi. These Centennial events further revealed an intriguing and exceptional history that Xi Chapter has established within the Fraternity and at Howard University. Below is additional informa- tion on the Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi. Province History Xi Chapter is the only single letter undergraduate chapter and the old- est chapter in the Eastern Province. In 1923, Xi Chapter was a member of Region 4 comprised of Epsilon, Lambda, Omicron, Baltimore (MD) Alumni, & Philadelphia (PA) Alumni Chapters. The following year, Region 4 was renamed as Region 1 and added Chi Chapter to the region. In 1926, the Fraternity reorganized and renamed Region 1 as the Eastern Province, where Xi has since remained a member. Un- known which district or region Xi was a member of between 1920 to 1923. National Panhellenic Council In January 1922, Xi led an effort to form an inter-fraternity council at HU. Lemuel Boulton, a Xi charter member, was this group's first chairman. The initial council had other Xi members, By Aaron S. Williams and Christopher M. Newsome
including charter initiates J. Wycliffe Keller, Julian J. Evans, and Joseph R. Moore; Herbert L. Dudley (Xi 1921), and Clifford L. Rucker (Xi 1921). The council participants were the president and members of the HU academic council and representatives from the other fraternities and sororities. The council's goal was to "engage the cooperative effort of secret organiza- tions and to foster a spirit of friendliness between them and the administration." In April 1922, the organizations met in Washington, DC, and agreed to form a permanent body contingent upon the ratification by their respective national bodies. However, the ratification of this body did not occur at this 1922 meet- ing. This initiative led to the establish- ment of the National Pan Hellenic Council in 1930. Grand Polemarch W. Ellis Stewart: Tour of Chapters In October 1923, the fourth Grand Polemarch W. Ellis Stewart embarked on a month-long tour of chapters. Grand Polemarch Stewart intended to meet the brothers and chapters that comprise the rapidly growing fraternity. He visited 17 chapters in 30 days, in- cluding a stop in Washington, DC, and a visit to Xi. Grand Polemarch Stewart commented on Xi Chapter: Here Xi Chapter has the best house of any Greek-letter organization con- nected with Howard. It is a model of cleanliness and good taste and is filled with an enthusiastic group of Kappa men. Brother C. C. Bruner (sp), Re- gional Director of the District, Brothers Thompson and Thompson, Polemarch and Keeper of Records respectively, of Xi Chapter, "Nick" Wright and "Bill" Brown and in fact the entire Chapter left nothing undone which could add to the pleasure of our visit with them. Sight-seeing trips, a football game, an "At Home" and theatre party made up our program of social events.
Here I was impressed with the earnest desire of Xi Chapter officers to go after quality, not quantity in the selection of their initiates. The history of Greek-letter organizations at Howard re- veals that this had not always been true. The desire for political control has led many fraternities far away from the true ideals of Greek letter fraternalism. I am hoping that the Inter-Fraternity Council can do something to correct conditions as they exist between organizations at this institution. The Scroller Club of Xi One chapter tradition that started in 1925 was the Scroller Cup, with some years the cup referred to as the Kappa Cup. For many years, the Scroller Club of Xi, with support from the HU Faculty Committee on Honors, presented the cup on Honors Day during the fall se- mester to the sophomore student, male or female, who achieved the highest grade point during their freshman year. In 1950, the Scroller Club of Xi established the Scroller SongFest. The Scroller Club annually would host an on-campus signing competition among
the NPHC fraternity and sorority clubs for prizes before standing-room-only crowds. Each club sang two selections of their favorite pledge club songs. Ac- cording to the November 11, 1950 issue of Hilltop newspaper, "the purpose of
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the SongFest is not merely to provide entertainment but also to foster a spirit of brotherhood, unity, and harmonious relationship among Howard students on and off-campus." In the 1930s and 1940s, the Scroller Club of Xi, a characteristic of other undergraduate chapters of the era, would periodically submit articles in the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal and the school newspaper identifying club members and its officer and announcing activities such as campus social events.
ers, many of whom were Kappas. In 1949, the Washington (DC) Alumni purchased its current chap- ter house, the historic Kappa Kastle, located on 1708 S NW. The purchase also involved the Xi and Beta Kappa Chapters. A plaque was placed on the front door of the home indicating the ownership by the Washington Alumni, Xi, and Beta Kappa. 26 th Grand Chapter Meeting Xi Chapter served as an undergradu- ate host for five Grand Chapter Meet- ings in 1926, 1936, 1954, 1985, and 2009. The 26th Grand Chapter Meet- ing from December 27-30, 1936, was unique as the Howard University cam- pus was the venue for this Conclave. The HU campus was decorated with a brightly lighted electric sign which greeted visiting delegates and family members with "Welcome Kappa Alpha Psi." Howard University President Dr. Mordecai Wyatt Johnson gave welcom- ing remarks on behalf of the university at the Public Meeting was held at the historic Rankin Memorial Chapel. Frederick Douglass Hall hosted the business sessions and the gymnasium was the venue for the Closed Banquet. On the opening day of the Conclave, Grand Polemarch Theophilus B. Mann gave a radio address on the Fraternity and its aims on the Mutual Broadcast- ing System. Grand Chapter delegates reelected
tors approved the Eastern Province's petition to charter an undergraduate chapter which became the Miner Teach- ers College Chapter, the Beta Kappa of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. World War II Xi Chapter lost numerous chapter members to World War II like many undergraduate and alumni chapters. The May 1943 issue of the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal listed fraternity members by Chapter enlisted in the military, with Xi numbering eight. The issue contained the following caveat: "The [Journal] editors know quite well that the following listing does not come near approximating the number of men from Xi Chapter who have been called to the colors. In fact, Xi has prob- ably sent more members into uniform than any other chapter, since it is situ- ated at Howard University the [Reserve Officer Training Corps] R.OT.C. has long been established." In 1942, fourteen of the 24 Kappas that were commissioned officers of the 366th Regiment of the U.S. Army were Xi initiates. Six Xi Chapter initiates were World War II pilots and members of the famed Tuskegee Airmen, including past Grand Board of Directors member Wendell M. Lucas (Xi 1937). The others were John A. Gibson, Jr. (Xi 1946), Charles H. Hunter (Xi 1936), Willis E. Sanderlin (Xi 1950), and Leonard F. Turner (Xi 1939). Gibson and Sanderlin fought in World War II as Tuskegee Airmen then attended HU after the war's conclusion. Chapter initiates would also partici- pate in the Korean and Vietnam Wars and subsequent American conflicts.
Chapter Houses During Xi Chapter's first two de-
cades, the Chapter rented numerous chapter houses throughout Washington, DC. • 1920-1924: 946 T St. NW • 1924-1927: 211 Florida Ave. NW • 1927-1929: 1836 4 th St. NW, which was destroyed by fire in 1929 • 1930-1934: 1901 Vermont Ave NW • 1934-1940: 911 T St. NW In the 1920s and 1930s, the Xi Chapter houses were a popular venue for chapter members, members living in Washington, DC and out-of-town fraternity members, including dignitar- ies. Xi hosted Sr. Grand Vice Polemarch Theophilus M. Mann, a featured speak- er at the chapter's freshman smoker. In 1936, the Kappa Alpha Psi Journal reported past Grand Polemarch Irven Armstrong visited Washington, DC, and enjoyed many evenings at the Kappa Kastle. The chapter held private recep- tions, interest meetings for freshmen and high school seniors, and programs on various topics with featured speak-
Signature Chapter Events
Mann as the ninth Grand Polemarch and conferred the sixth Laurel Wreath to Founder Byron K. Armstrong. Miner Teachers College In the 1930s, students from neigh- boring Miner Teachers College (now the University of District of Columbia) joined Kappa Alpha Psi via the Xi Chap- ter. In 1940, the Grand Board of Direc-
• Easter Dawn Dance: Held jointly with other area chapters, primarily Washington (DC) Alumni, the An- nual Easter Dawn Dance, referred to in some years as the Spring
Prom, was a significant social fund- raiser held for decades in prominent DC venues such as Murray's Palace
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thons where participants raised money for the United Negro Col- lege Fund by obtaining sponsors to donate based on the number of hours danced. Guide Right The chapter, throughout its exis- tence, supported Guide Right, such as tutorial programs with local schools. During its Guide Right weeks, the chapter organized essay contests with prizes and underwrote scholarship awards to fellow HU students. In more recent decades, Xi members volun- teered at local homeless shelters. Theta Tau In 1976, Howard University became the only college campus to sponsor two chapters of the Fraternity with the chartering of Theta Tau of Kappa Alpha Psi. Theta Tau differs from Xi as it is categorized as an immediate chapter. Membership is strictly restricted to students with an undergraduate degree from any institution pursuing a post- graduate degree at Howard University.
rel Wreath Award and the Elder Watson Diggs Award, Grand Polemarch Greene earned HU's most prestigious award, the Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgraduate Achievement. He served on the HU Board of Trustees from 1969 to 1973. HU bestowed an honorary doctor of humanities to Greene in 1983, the same year he passed. Over 2,500 people attended the Grand Polemarch's funeral services held at Rankin Memo- rial Chapel, with current Xi members serving as pallbearers. The on-campus football stadium is named W. H. Greene Stadium. Distinguished Alumni Award In addition to Past Grand Polemarch Greene, HU has bestowed its Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgradu- ate Achievement to 18 other Xi initi- ates. Established in 1943 and the most prestigious award from HU, “the Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgraduate Achievement honors alumni who have made valuable contributions in their respective fields.” Other award recipients include the U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, 15th Laurel Wreath Laureate George E.C. Hayes, famed associate Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, renowned authors Zora Neale Hurston and Toni Morrison.
Casino and the Lincoln Colonnade. In the 1930s and 1940s, big band leaders such as Jimmy Lunceford and Lionel Hampton headlined these events. • Black and White Formal: Annually, Xi Chapter hosted a formal dance at various venues until different names such as Sweetheart Ball and Silhouette Ball, where the chapter's queen and her court were honored guests. Following the procession and crowning of the queen, Xi members gather and serenade the queen with the Sweetheart Song. • Scroller Sweetheart Coronation Ball was a popular campus event where the Scroller Club presented its queen and her court. • Kappa Kaberet was an annual social event sponsored by Xi Chapter and held in various locations in DC where patrons would attend with their alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. • Kappa Kruise was an annual boat ride on the Potomac River that originated in the 1930s and remain an event into the early 1980s.
William Henry Greene, M.D. "Stud Greene"
is synonymous with Howard University, Kappa Alpha Psi, and Xi Chapter. Dr. Wil- liam Henry "Stud" Greene, the 15th Grand Polemarch of
Chapter Plot During the 1984 Howard Univer-
sity Homecoming, Xi Chapter hosted a chapter reunion that included a ground- breaking ceremony to kick off a fund- raising initiative to install a permanent marker honoring the chapter located in front of the Founders library. The ceremony's highlight was the attendance of Dr. Webster Sewell, Sr. (Xi 1921) - the last remaining Xi charter line initiate and, in 1984, its oldest surviving mem- ber. Also in attendance was James T. “Biff” Carter Jr. (Xi 1948), the 30th El- der Watson Diggs Awardee, Grand Board of Director Member Timothy Brown (Xi 1982), and James M. Diggs (Xi 1982), the Xi Chapter Polemarch, among other notable Chapter Brothers.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., gradu- ated from Howard University in 1920, where he starred on the Bison football team. He was initiated into the Frater- nity via the Xi in 1923 while attending the Howard University Medical School, graduating the following year. Greene practiced medicine in Washington, DC, starting in the mid-1920s and retired in 1971. He was renowned for his stead- fast support and leadership of his alma mater and fraternity and was the first to donate $1 million to Howard University. In addition to receiving the fraterni- ty's two most coveted awards, the Lau-
• The chapter hosted on-campus
seminars, sponsored recitals featur- ing professional concert singers, and organized theatrical plays.
• In the early 1980s, Xi Chapter sponsored 24-hour dance mara-
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Undergraduate Leadership Institute (ULI)/LEADKappa In recent years, Xi Chapter had representation at the Fraternity's flag- ship undergraduate leadership programs, the Undergraduate Leadership Institute (ULI) and LEADKappa.
2013 Evan L. Stephens (Xi 2012) 2013 Adrian O. Thomas (Xi 2013) 2015 E. Desmond Taylor (Xi 2014) 2017 Randal A. Mangham (Xi 2016)
Source: Kappa Alpha Psi Journals, HU Hilltop Newspapers, HU Bison Yearbooks
Delta Klass [2010] Alvin Staley II (Xi 2009)
Epsilon Klass [2012] Joshua J. Crockett (Xi 2012)
Zeta Klass [2014] Brandon C. Damon (Xi 2013) William L. Harris (Xi 2014)
Theta Klass [2018] Kalen S. Johnson (Xi 2017)
Below: Xi Chapter Centennial Celebration Gala - September 11, 2021.
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GRAND BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Spotlight on Grand Board Member Robert L. Jenkins, Jr. Esq. O ver the last 25 years, Grand Board Member Robert L. Jenkins, Jr., Esq. (Xi 1992) of Bynum & Jenkins Law has continues to exists and thrive for the next generation. Q. Where did you get your sense of style? “My service is a reflection of my appreciation for those
successfully defended clients accused of complex criminal, bankruptcy and tax-related violations as well as with congressional and federal agency inves- tigations. “I have tried over 100 jury trials in feder- al and local courts,” Jenkins said. “I use my voice in the community to educate citizens about their legal rights and help to ensure our Constitution functions as intended for all.” The esteemed lawyer represents cor- porate entities as well as individuals nationally and internationally. Jenkins’ dedication to the community has been recognized with several accolades. In 2020, he was named to the top 10 list of defense attorneys in Northern Virginia by Attorney And Practice Magazine and has also been listed as one of the top lawyers in the Washington metropolitan area by Washingtonian magazine. Brother Jenkins is a member of the Vir- ginia State Bar and is admitted to prac- tice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Virginia, Western District of Virginia and District of Columbia. He also has special permission to appear in matters before the United States District Courts for several other states and holds professional memberships in the National Trial Lawyers of Criminal Defense Lawyers and The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
Kappa. That’s what first caused me to take notice of Kappa. And it was love at first sight. Q. When did you know you wanted to become an attorney? Jenkins: I have wanted to be an at- torney for as long as I can recall. I was raised by my mother who was a widow. She was a teenage mother who dropped out of high school around the time I was born. As a consequence of her not completing her education she always believed it limited her. She wanted better for me. She had a great value for education. She taught me to read and write before I started school. She was the first person that told me I should be a lawyer. Growing up poor in public housing motivated me to want a better life with financial security. My mom convinced me that lawyers lived better lives and didn’t ever worry about where the next meal would come from. who came before me and built the Kappa that has influenced my life in so many positive ways.”
Jenkins: That’s a great question. Again, I would go back to my childhood. For as long as I can remember I have enjoyed getting “dressed up.” My favorite part of Easter was getting a new suit for church. Unlike many kids I wasn’t uncomfortable in a shirt and tie. In fact, it was just the opposite. I loved it. Per- haps, as a poor kid it made me feel like I was rich like the important people I saw on TV always dressed in a suit. I also appreciate that we are visual creatures who are greatly influenced by what we see. People immediately draw impres- sions about those we encounter, for good or bad, based on how they perceive our appearance. As a result I have always given great attention to my appearance. Q. What advice would you have for undergraduates who want to pursue a career in your profession? Jenkins: Stay focused. The most impor- tant thing is not to become distracted from your goal. Pursuing a demanding career in the legal profession requires
an enormous about of dedica- tion. Along the path there will be other things that will com- pete for your attention. Some, if permitted, will take you off your path. You can never for- get the most important reason you are in college. It is not to enjoy the
Q. What motivates you to serve?
Jenkins: I am motivated due to my love of the Fraternity. My service is a reflection of my appre- ciation for those who came before me and built the Kappa that has influenced my life in so many positive ways. I owe it to them to give back as much as I can to ensure that the Fraternity
social life. It is to gain knowl- edge and prepare
Q. How did you find Kappa?
yourself to the best of your abilities for law school. Once in law school your goal is to again gain knowledge and pre- pare yourself to enter the profession.
Jenkins: I became interested in Kappa my freshman year at Howard Uni- versity. I was a “first to college kid” in my family. So I didn’t have much knowledge of fraternities when I got to campus. I became friends with a group of upperclassmen who wanted to pledge
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