THE SUMMIT
COVER STORY
Some of the questions asked by Dr. Bailey include: • Describe some of the things you do on your campus to educate and eliminate hazing. • Talk about some of the external pressures and influences you face as a result of hazing cases. • As presidents, are you part of any national conversations regarding how to address the continuation of hazing on college campuses? • As college presidents, what final words, thoughts or admonitions do you have for these young men as we begin the Spring 2019 semester?
Some of the presidents' reflections fol- low. Dr. Herman J. Felton: “What amaz- ing leadership we are fortunate to have at the helm of our noble clan. The foresight to create a venue to grapple with the challenges facing our fraternity is fearless leadership. The intuitiveness to address, head on, the challenges while simultaneously exposing the next gen- eration to a cadre of leaders who have demonstrated a continuum of excellence is consistent with our cardinal tenants, and necessary for their development.” Dr. Richard “Rick” J. Gallot, Jr., J.D., Ph.D.: “A major driver in our or- ganization’s legacy is not just who joins, but also who they become as a part of
brotherhood. We have to keep that in mind at every stage, as we train leaders. Our decisions matter more than ever in an environment where African- American institutions experience a higher level of scrutiny and new laws target our experience and processes. From our churches to our HBCUs to student organizations, we are all working to advance how we operate. We have to remember that our main goal is to prepare members for a life of service and achievement. That mission should show up in all of our decisions; which include avoiding unnecessary risks to the bright futures of our young brothers.” President Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins: “I found the Summit to not only be an
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