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A Moment in Alpha History: The Fraternity Shield
In the Fraternity’s early development, the dove, torch in hands, fasces, and the Sphinx were the chosen symbols to represent our dear Fraternity. On January 13, 1911, the Kappa Chapter was chartered at Ohio State University which was developed from the Omusu Society (a social literary club whose name was a combination of the schools), which comprised students from OSU and medical colleges after a letter of interest was sent. Charter members listed: Brothers: James A. Dunn, Clarence A. Jones, L.H. Hathcock, C.P. Lyman. Fred Holsey, J.C. Kingslow, and W.O. Stokes. The Kappa Chapter’s impact was immediate. In December 1911, during the 4th Annual Convention hosted by the Epsilon Chapter in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the…
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A Moment in Alpha History: Integration of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and three Notable Caucasian Brothers
In 1905, the year before the formation of our fraternity, racial segregation and the notion of separate but equal doctrine were conveyed during the US Supreme Court’s decision in 1896, the Plessy v. Ferguson decision. In July 1905, Dr. W.E.B. Dubois (Later initiated in the Epsilon Chapter, Univ of Michigan 1909), then a professor at Atlanta University, and William M. Trotter, founder of the activist newspaper the Boston Guardian, called forth a select group of Black men in Niagara Falls, in Ontario, Canada to denounce Booker T. Washington’s views during his 1895 Atlanta Compromisespeech. In this except, Washington declared, “Our greatest danger is that in the great leap from slavery to…
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Phrozen Daze Founders Day Party
The Phi Lambda, Beta Theta Lambda, and Rho Beta Lambda chapters of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated are hosting a day party to kick off the Celebration of our 117th Founders Day. Come out and have a good time with the Ice Cold Brothers of the Triangle! General admission + VIP Tickets and Booths are available for purchase via the link below. https://bit.ly/PHROZENDAZE2023
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Phirst Pham 5k Run/Walk
Join the Bull City Alphas, the Amazing Alpha Zeta Omega chapter of AKA, and the Durham Links for the Phirst Pham 5K, a fantastic event dedicated to raising awareness and support for prostate and breast cancer! Lace up your running shoes and get ready to make a difference in the lives of those affected by these diseases! Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phirst-pham-5k-for-prostate-and-breast-cancer-tickets-742910213447?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Weekly Newsletter – 05/11/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Attention Brothers here is a copy of the ANCA Strategic Plans: CLICK HERE Weekly Wrap Up On May 7th the 152nd House of Alpha seated in “The Bull City,” Durham, NC, Βeta Theta Lambda celebrated 85 years. ΒΘΛ has diligently provided service and advocacy to our community since 1938, and we look forward to continuing the work and legacy of Alpha for future generations. Pictured above: The BTL Brothers at the 2023 Triangle Alphas Derby Day. MOST OF ALL WE GRADUATE We would like to recognize Bro. Carl Piggee, a Spring 2020 initiate of the ΓB chapter for graduating with a degree in Business Administration with a Concentration in Financial Analytics…
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Weekly Newsletter – 05/05/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* We are saddened to announce the passing of Brother Nathan Garrett on Wednesday April 26, 2023. The Memorial service will be held on May 6, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham NC. An Omega Service for brother Garrett will take place during the Memorial Service. Brothers are asked to be in attendance and to arrive no later than 9:15 a.m., to allow time for parking. (Alpha Attire). If you are planning on attending the service, Please click here to RSVP ASAP. The Beta Theta Lambda Education Foundation is seeking volunteers for the annual James M Schooler, Sr. African American Male Scholarship. …
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Weekly Newsletter – 04/27/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* The Beta Theta Lambda Education Foundation is seeking volunteers for the annual James M Schooler, Sr. African American Male Scholarship. Also, please visit the following link to share contact information on any of the past scholarship recipients: CLICK HERE Weekly Wrap Up Brothers from Beta Theta Lambda fellowshipping at Kickback Jack’s Spring 2023 Gamma Beta Brothers Cox, Chambers, Dixon, and Russell traveled to the Durham Rescue Mission to donate the goods collected during the week of Sleep-out for the Homeless community service event. Onward and Upward! Upcoming Events Later 2023 The Project Alpha Committee agreed to move the Project Alpha program to the Fall. The date will…
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Weekly Newsletter – 04/12/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* The Beta Theta Lambda Education Foundation is seeking volunteers for the annual James M Schooler, Sr. African American Male Scholarship. Applications will be received March 1, 2023 until April 30, 2023. Also, please visit the following link to share contact information on any of the past scholarship recipients: CLICK HERE Weekly Wrap Up Congratulations to the Spring 2023 initiates of the Gamma Beta Chapter seated at North Carolina Central University. Brothers of Beta Theta Lambda fellowshipping at Friday with the PHI Brother Hicklen and Brother Ceres attended Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church to meet and discuss strategies to tackle gun violence Upcoming Events Later 2023 The Project Alpha Committee…
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Weekly Newsletter – 03/30/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* To access presentations form the 92nd Southern Region Convention Login to AlphaMx –> Alpha Elite (upper corner)–> Communities —> –>My Communities –> Southern Region –> 92nd Southern Region Convention Files CLICK HERE The Beta Theta Lambda Education Foundation is seeking volunteers for the annual James M Schooler, Sr. African American Male Scholarship. Applications will be received March 1, 2023 until April 30, 2023. Also, please visit the following link to share contact information on any of the past scholarship recipients: CLICK HERE Weekly Wrap Up 3/18/23: Blood Drive with St. Joseph AME 3/25/23: D9 Poetry Night at the Oasis Lounge 2023-24 Mister NCCU, Bro. Gabriel Bason…
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Weekly Newsletter – 03/16/2023
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* CLICK HERE The Beta Theta Lambda Education Foundation is seeking volunteers for the annual James M Schooler, Sr. African American Male Scholarship. Applications will be received March 1, 2023 until April 30, 2023. Also, please visit the following link to share contact information on any of the past scholarship recipients: CLICK HERE Weekly Wrap Up 92nd Southern Regional Convention This past Tuesday and Wednesday, the Bull City Alphas were able to volunteer at Mrs. Parker’s Professors 2023 Spring Break Foodraiser! Brothers had the opportunity to pack meals for students across Durham Public Schools. Upcoming Events March Later 2023 Weekly Reminders
