CONCLAVE REVIEW PUBLIC MEETING
From left: Lucien J. Metellus Jr., General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Danette Anthony Reed, International President and CEO, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; Ricky Lewis, Grand Basileus, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; Elsie Cooke-Holmes, International President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority, Inc.; Grand Polemarch Jimmy McMikle; Chris V. Rey, former International President, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.; Dr. Stacie N.C. Grant, International President, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; Marica Harris, International Grand Basileus, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.; Myron J. Covington, International Grand Polaris, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.
stressed the importance of service and potential greatness equally and everyone can contribute to making a positive impact on the world regard- less of your background or abilities.” Lt. Gen. Leslie C. Smith, U.S. Army, (Ret.) was conferred with the 84th Laurel Wreath. Among his powerful remarks, he shared a message for the undergraduate members of Kappa Alpha Psi. “And to the young Nupes, know this, you’re on sacred ground. This fraternity was built by visionar- ies. Tested by time and entrusted to you. Brothers, lead with favor, serve with integrity, and never forget where you came from. Let us all continue to strive for achievement in every field of human endeavor with purpose, with pride, and always with brothers by your side.” The Divine Nine and Greek Medley
followed with a rousing reminder from Grand Polemarch McMikle that with the D9 united under the slogan “Stronger Together,” everyone is toiling to improve conditions in every community across the country. From the sea of crimson and cream to the golden moments of recognition, from the historic echoes of the Founders to the fresh
“MEN OF KAPPA, WE ARE READY FOR THE FIGHT — TOGETHER.” - Lucien J. Metellus Jr., General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
voices of emerging leaders, the Public
Meeting of the 87th Grand Chapter was a living testament to Kappa Alpha Psi’s enduring creed. In Phoenix, we didn’t just hold a meeting; we
made a proclamation: Kappa Alpha Psi remains, as ever, committed to achievement, through being informed, involved and invested. ♦
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