2014 Alpha Phi Alpha Eastern Region Convention Souvenir Journal

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.

82nd EASTERN REGIONCONVENTIONAPRIL 24-27, 2014BALTIMORE, MARYLAND

“Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood”

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ® EASTERN REGION

www.ALPHAEAST.com

Mark S. Tillman General President William D. Lyle Executive Director

R. Anthony Mills, Sr. Eastern Region Vice President

Brandon R. Johnson

Eastern Region Assistant Vice President

P.O. BOX 41362 | BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21203-6362 | P: (443) 228-8726 | F: (208) 485-9496

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

April 23, 2014

Brothers of AlphaEast – Welcome to Baltimore – Charm City!

Your presence at our 82nd Eastern Region Convention will and has made a difference in the lives of your Brothers and the city of Baltimore. As we begin this week’s activities AlphaEast remains “First of All, Leading the Way.”

We are the first region to have fully implemented our newly revised membership intake process. AlphaEast leads the way in chapter compliance with over 90% of our chapters having met full compliance – keep in mind this number includes at least 10 chapters with “0” members…do the math and we move to 97.6% compliant! AlphaEast, “First of All, Leading the Way.”

This year's convention experience will is slated to be just as trendsetting. With over 900 Brothers from each of our seven districts registered – to include registrants from Bermuda, Germany, Liberia and the United Kingdom – the regional leadership team takes pride in setting a standard of providing quality convention programming to maximize each Brother’s convention experience.

This year’s theme this year is “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood.” The intent is to provide opportunities for each attendee to reconcile within themselves that Brotherhood does not have to be sacrificed for the sake of leadership and vice versa. In this august body of erudite men there are innumerable examples of men blazing pathways of success and serving as role models for the next generation.

Be certain to participate in our “Life, Leadership & Brotherhood” workshop series intended to bring about discussions on best practices we can take back to our chapters and communities. Moreover, be certain to take the time to extend your circle of Brotherhood and fellowship with Brothers you’ve not met before this convention or strengthen the relationship with one you’ve seen or known of for years.

Our collective accomplishments should make us all proud to not only be members of the quintessential Black Greek-lettered Organization, but to reside in the region that started it all – AlphaEast, “First of All, Leading the Way.”

Thank you for your service to the Brotherhood and greater community.

Fraternal Regards, R. Anthony Mills Vice President Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Eastern Region



www.ALPHAEAST.com



Brandon R. Johnson




To the Brothers of AlphaEast: It is our esteemed pleasure to welcome you to the 82nd Annual Eastern Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in the Charm City - Baltimore – home to our General Headquarters and Eastern Region Vice-President. Your convention team has worked tirelessly over the past year to develop a convention program that is not only productive to conduct the business of Alpha, but one that will be refreshing and memorable. It is our desire to ensure that the theme “Reconciling Leadership and Brotherhood” is truly felt throughout your entire convention experience. Our host convention hotel the Hilton Baltimore over looks Camden Yards – home of the Baltimore Orioles and is a short walk to many of Baltimore’s leading tourist attractions, including the famous Inner Harbor and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture. In addition, the local host committee has identified several nightlife activities that will afford you some of the best entertainment Baltimore has to offer. Likewise, don’t forget to taste the local flavor of this great city, which is world famous for its crab cakes and seafood. We invite you to “expect the unexpected” as Baltimore City pours out to you. As you progress throughout the convention, we encourage you to share with us your experience; both good and not so good. Should you encounter an issue or concern, please stop by our Command Center on the second level so that we may provide a resolve to any matter you may stumble upon. Our team is committed to ensuring that you experience service-levels that are beyond compare. Again, welcome to Baltimore! With highest fraternal hospitality, Lamont Akins Lamont D. Akins Co-Director of Conventions John Norfleet John E. Norfleet, Jr. Co-Director of Conventions


www.AlphaEast.com



Brandon R. Johnson


P.O. BOX 41362 | BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21203-6362

Brothers of AlphaEast, “We are Brothers in a deeper sense than they can comprehend, for when our bond has just begun, theirs are about to end. When we were searching for the light, as all Sphinxmen must do, they stood aside and laughed out loud, “I wouldn’t do that! Would You?” And yet when we had crossed those sands and the light we could finally see, they stood aside and whispered softly, “Oh how I wish it were me!” I know the decision I made was wise, of this I’m sure and have no doubt that each day in my life will have blue skies, for I’m an Alpha from here on out. And never again will I be lonely for I have Brothers everywhere.” -Exerpt from “He Ain’t Heavy” by Bro. Freeman Montaque, Jr.

Welcome to Baltimore, MD! It brings me great pleasure as your Eastern Region Assistant Vice

President to welcome you to the 82nd Anniversary Eastern Region Convention here in the Mighty Mid-Atlantic Association of Alpha Chapters, where our “experiment in brotherhood” was expanded to some of the Fraternity’s oldest and most reverend chapters. Beta, Beta Alpha, Delta Lambda, and Mu Lambda have been at the forefront of “developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for [this] community” for almost a century. The Eastern Region Convention Planning Team has spent countless hours to prepare a weekend of brotherhood, excitement, and opportunities for us to recommit ourselves to Alpha Phi Alpha. Brothers, it is my hope that we can use this opportunity to gather at the table of leadership to advance our beloved House. Alpha Phi Alpha has seen some trying times, but through the commitment of the brotherhood to fix our House and the unwavering boldness of Brothers from AlphaEast, we are moving forward and continue restructure.

Again, WELCOME! We hope that you enjoy the fruits of our labors. I ask that you continue to illuminate the light of Alpha, continue to pray for your Regional and National leadership, and be an inspiration to another brother this weekend and forever more. Fraternally, Bro. Brandon R. Johnson 55th Eastern Region Assistant Vice President


MARTIN O’MALLEY

GOVERNOR

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A MESSAGE FROM GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY

Dear Friends:

Welcome to the 82nd

Annual Eastern Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Since its founding in 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha has provided enormous strength and vision for

African-Americans and people of color around the world. This year’s focus on “Reconciling

Leadership & Brotherhood” will provide you with an excellent opportunity to develop leaders in

your community, while empowering and energizing your members.

Your work over the course of the weekend to promote academic excellence and provide service

and advocacy to your communities will go far beyond the walls of your convention. The annual

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Impact Day is an important resource to our communities

and Maryland is richer because of it. Maryland’s greatest assets are the skills and talents of our

people and your members are dedicated to expanding opportunity to countless individuals

through your endeavors. Your dedication and commitment is what builds a better, brighter future

for the next generation of citizens.

On behalf of all Marylanders, thank you for all that you do and best wishes for a successful

convention.

Sincerely,

Governor


STEPHANIE RAWLINGS-BLAKE Mayor

250 City Hall, 100 North Holliday Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202

phone: 410.396.3835 fax: 410.576.9425 e-mail: [email protected]

March 24, 2014

A message from Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the City of Baltimore for the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity’s 82nd Annual Eastern Region Convention. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Hilton-Baltimore Hotel, right at the heart of Baltimore’s world-famous Inner Harbor.

On behalf of the citizens of Baltimore, I want to thank Alpha Phi Alpha for your fraternity’s years of service to the people of our great city. Since its founding in 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha has labored to enrich lives and strengthen communities. This year’s theme, “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood” emphatically illustrates the fraternity’s continuing commitment to mentorship, empowerment, and service. With the help of organizations like yours, we are making Baltimore a better, safer, and stronger city.

As mayor, I am delighted that you have chosen my hometown as the location of your 2014 celebration, and I personally invite you to explore our great city on the harbor. Take time to explore Baltimore’s charming neighborhoods, restaurants, and shops—and most important, meet the people who make this city unique!

If you haven’t been to Baltimore before, you are in for a real treat. If you haven’t been here lately, I encourage you to go out and walk around to see all the changes taking place. You are our guest. Baltimore is ready to roll out the red carpet and provide you with a visit full of memories you won’t soon forget.

Keep up the good work. Best wishes for a wonderful celebration!

Sincerely,

Stephanie Rawlings-BlakeMayor City of Baltimore

STEPHANIE RAWLINGS-BLAKE Mayor

250 City Hall, 100 North Holliday Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202

phone: 410.396.3835 fax: 410.576.9425 e-mail: [email protected]

March 24, 2014

A message from Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the City of Baltimore for the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity’s 82nd Annual Eastern Region Convention. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Hilton-Baltimore Hotel, right at the heart of Baltimore’s world-famous Inner Harbor.

On behalf of the citizens of Baltimore, I want to thank Alpha Phi Alpha for your fraternity’s years of service to the people of our great city. Since its founding in 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha has labored to enrich lives and strengthen communities. This year’s theme, “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood” emphatically illustrates the fraternity’s continuing commitment to mentorship, empowerment, and service. With the help of organizations like yours, we are making Baltimore a better, safer, and stronger city.

As mayor, I am delighted that you have chosen my hometown as the location of your 2014 celebration, and I personally invite you to explore our great city on the harbor. Take time to explore Baltimore’s charming neighborhoods, restaurants, and shops—and most important, meet the people who make this city unique!

If you haven’t been to Baltimore before, you are in for a real treat. If you haven’t been here lately, I encourage you to go out and walk around to see all the changes taking place. You are our guest. Baltimore is ready to roll out the red carpet and provide you with a visit full of memories you won’t soon forget.

Keep up the good work. Best wishes for a wonderful celebration!

Sincerely,

Stephanie Rawlings-BlakeMayor City of Baltimore



www.ALPHAEAST.com



Brandon R. Johnson




To the Brothers of AlphaEast: It is our esteemed pleasure to welcome you to the 82nd Annual Eastern Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in the Charm City - Baltimore – home to our General Headquarters and Eastern Region Vice-President. Your convention team has worked tirelessly over the past year to develop a convention program that is not only productive to conduct the business of Alpha, but one that will be refreshing and memorable. It is our desire to ensure that the theme “Reconciling Leadership and Brotherhood” is truly felt throughout your entire convention experience. Our host convention hotel the Hilton Baltimore over looks Camden Yards – home of the Baltimore Orioles and is a short walk to many of Baltimore’s leading tourist attractions, including the famous Inner Harbor and the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture. In addition, the local host committee has identified several nightlife activities that will afford you some of the best entertainment Baltimore has to offer. Likewise, don’t forget to taste the local flavor of this great city, which is world famous for its crab cakes and seafood. We invite you to “expect the unexpected” as Baltimore City pours out to you. As you progress throughout the convention, we encourage you to share with us your experience; both good and not so good. Should you encounter an issue or concern, please stop by our Command Center on the second level so that we may provide a resolve to any matter you may stumble upon. Our team is committed to ensuring that you experience service-levels that are beyond compare. Again, welcome to Baltimore! With highest fraternal hospitality, Lamont Akins Lamont D. Akins Co-Director of Conventions John Norfleet John E. Norfleet, Jr. Co-Director of Conventions


Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 2313 St. Paul St.

Baltimore, MD 21218

Delta Lambda Beta Alpha Mu Rho Beta Alpha Lambda Pi Theta Sigma Sigma Rho Tau Lambda

Dear Brother of Alpha East,

I would like to welcome you to the 82nd Eastern Regional Convention and to the City of

Baltimore, MD. On behalf of the Delta Lambda, Beta Alpha, Mu Rho, Nu Kappa, Pi Theta, Sigma Sigma,

Beta Alpha Lambda, and Rho Tau Lambda chapters we hope you enjoy your time in our city. Baltimore

is known as the “Charm” city and over the next five days we encourage you to find out why. The local

host chapters have planned and included information on events and venues in the City where the

Brotherhood will receive exclusive offers and pricing.

Our goal is to guide you as we show case the “Charm” that embodies our chapters and the

City of Baltimore. The host hotel is in the heart of the world famous Inner Harbor, home to the National

Aquarium, Maryland Science Center, and Ripley’s Believe it or Not, just to name a few of the attractions.

We are also only a few blocks away from the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History,

and a few miles from the Historic Great Blacks in Wax Museum. With spring comes Baseball, and our

host hotel is adjacent to the iconic Camden Yards home of the Baltimore Orioles.

Brothers, Baltimore also holds a special place in the heart of Alpha as it serves as the location

of our National Headquarters. I encourage all brothers to make an effort to see our Headquarters’

while you are in town for this convention.

Fraternally,

Lawrence M. Richardson Jr.

Lawrence Richardson Jr., Chair Local Host Chapter Committee

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 2313 St. Paul St.

Baltimore, MD 21218

Delta Lambda Beta Alpha Mu Rho Beta Alpha Lambda Pi Theta Sigma Sigma Rho Tau Lambda

Dear Brother of Alpha East,

I would like to welcome you to the 82nd Eastern Regional Convention and to the City of

Baltimore, MD. On behalf of the Delta Lambda, Beta Alpha, Mu Rho, Nu Kappa, Pi Theta, Sigma Sigma,

Beta Alpha Lambda, and Rho Tau Lambda chapters we hope you enjoy your time in our city. Baltimore

is known as the “Charm” city and over the next five days we encourage you to find out why. The local

host chapters have planned and included information on events and venues in the City where the

Brotherhood will receive exclusive offers and pricing.

Our goal is to guide you as we show case the “Charm” that embodies our chapters and the

City of Baltimore. The host hotel is in the heart of the world famous Inner Harbor, home to the National

Aquarium, Maryland Science Center, and Ripley’s Believe it or Not, just to name a few of the attractions.

We are also only a few blocks away from the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History,

and a few miles from the Historic Great Blacks in Wax Museum. With spring comes Baseball, and our

host hotel is adjacent to the iconic Camden Yards home of the Baltimore Orioles.

Brothers, Baltimore also holds a special place in the heart of Alpha as it serves as the location

of our National Headquarters. I encourage all brothers to make an effort to see our Headquarters’

while you are in town for this convention.

Fraternally,

Lawrence M. Richardson Jr.

Lawrence Richardson Jr., Chair Local Host Chapter Committee


Greetings Men of Alpha East, Ladies and Guests,

It gives me great pleasure to “Welcome” each of you back to Baltimore for this the 82nd Eastern Region Convention. Our Ladies of the Host Chapters have combined our efforts to create a schedule of activities that we hope will by far surpass any of the previous programs that the Ladies of Alpha East have ever been exposed to.

We know that in order for The Men of Alpha East to accomplish the goals which they intend to complete as they congregate here in our “Fabulous City” of Baltimore, it will require our undivided attention.

Let us assure you that we will be the “Hostesses” that will provide the kind of hospitality with class, impeccable taste and a lovely smile planted on each of our faces.

So, To the men of Alpha East enjoy your convention. This is truly your opportunity in the truest sense of the word “Fraternize”, Network, and Promote Goodwill among yourselves and in the community around us.

Finally, after the socializing and fun have come to a close and after the work has been done and the Alpha Hymn has been sung, may we all return to our respective homes safely with memories that shall last until we meet again.

Best Wishes Now and Always,Yvonne FletcherChairman, Ladies Activities82nd Eastern Region Convention


March 31, 2014

Greetings Brothers!

On behalf of the Eastern Region Military Affairs Committee we welcome you to the 82nd Eastern Region Convention “Reconciling Leadership of Brotherhood”.

Our Committee represents the Eastern Region for our National Military Committee called “Jewels Tandy/Kelly Military Affairs Committee”. They have four goals: (1) Recognition of Alpha Brothers serving and those who

have served in the Armed Forces of the U.S.A; (2) Establishment of a military presence at all Regional and National Conventions; (3) Establishment of active and functional Regional Military Affairs Committees; and (4) establishment of a line of communication with brothers deployed overseas.

FUTURE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AS THE EASTERN REGION MILITARY AFFAIRS COMMITTEECHAIR TO ASSIST THE JEWEL TANDY/KELLY MILITARY AFFAIRS

1. Continue plans to partner with the Veterans Administration to sponsor workshops for Alpha veterans at Regional and National Conventions.2. Explore opportunities for establishing a fraternity award to recognize military brothers in Eastern Region.3. Continue plans for the placing of a living memorial (tree) and memorial plaque honoring all Alpha men buried at Arlington National Cemetery.4. Establish viable District committees for Eastern Region.5. Work with National Military Committee to have section of the Sphinx Magazine dedicated to military affairs.6. Continue to recognize military brothers at Regional and have a military program in the agenda with color guard.7. Participate in National Conventions regarding all military events to include requesting the Eastern Region retired, Active, Reserve and National Guard, Coast Guard personnel wear their uniforms.8. Explore opportunity to partner with HUD in the development of housing for homeless veterans.9. Ensure each District provide a Military Affairs Committee Chair to communicate with the Eastern Region Military Affairs Committee in order to establish communication with our Alpha Military family.10. Continue effort to establish a network of communication with brothers deployed overseas.11. Develop and capture the living stories on film of brothers that served in World War II.

Below are the current District Military Committee Chairs to assist me with the quest of keeping all our Armed Forces informed of the numerous military topics especially VA Benefits.

District 1-IAAC-Theta Theta Lambda Chapter, Edward Coleman, District 2-ONECA-Committee Chair TBDDistrict 3-NYACOA-Rho Omicron Chapter (West Point Academy), William WilkinsDistrict 4-NJAAPAC-Committee Chair TBDDistrict 5-PAAC-Jay JohnsonDistrict 6-MAAC- Omicron Eta Lambda Chapter, Sherard Cooley, [email protected] 7-VACAPAF-Xi Alpha Lambda Chapter, Sean Lanier, [email protected]

Fraternally,Darryl W. Sharp, Sr.Eastern Region Military Affairs Committee, ChairAlpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, [email protected] | 703-798-6981


Melanie L. CampbellPresident & CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic ParticipationConvener, Black Women’s Roundtable@coalitionbuildr

Known for her unique ability to build powerful coalitions that bring diverse people together for the common good, Melanie L. Campbell, president and CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and convener of the Black Women’s Roundtable Public Policy Network, has fought for civil, youth and women’s rights for over 20 years. A veteran at leading, organizing and managing highly successful multi-million dollar civic engagement, civil rights and issue-based campaigns, Campbell is recognized as one of the hardest working leaders in today’s Civil Rights, Women’s Rights and Social Justice Movements.

In her role as convener of the Black Women’s Roundtable, Campbell brings together coalitions of women from diverse races, ethnicity’s and backgrounds to advocate for policies to advance the empowerment of women and girls of color to live healthier, wealthier and wiser lives. Under her leadership, the BWR recently held a highly successful BWR Women of Power National Summit during Women’s History Month in March 2014 in Washington, DC. The BWR released its inaugural Black Women in the U.S. Report: Progress & Challenges 50 Years After the War on Poverty, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 60 Years After Brown v. Board of Education during the summit.

She continues to the spearheaded BWR’s efforts to promote Black women appointments to high-level positions in federal government. BWR was instrumental in encouraging the appointment of several Black women to key positions in the Obama Adminis-tration.

Campbell is regularly featured on radio, TV and in print on a bevy of media including: The Washington Post, Black Enterprise Magazine, The Washington Informer, Gannett News, C-SPAN, CNN, NBC4, NewsOne NOW & Washington Watch with Roland Martin, XM Radio w/Mark Thompson, WHUR and more. She has received outstanding leadership and woman of power awards from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, National Action Network, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, National Urban League, Women in the NAACP, SCLC W.O.M.E.N., National Voting Rights Museum & Institute, State Farm Insurance and 100 Black Men of Washington D.C.

Campbell is a contributing writer in the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law’s 50th Anniversary 2013 Op-Ed Series in the Washington Post; 2008 National Urban League State of Black America, Election Reform: Protecting Our Vote from the Enemy Who Never Sleeps; 2006 Harvard University Journal on African Americans in Public Policy, “A Nation Exposed: Rebuilding African American Communities”, article on “Right of Return Means Access to the Ballot, Access to Neighborhoods, and Access to Economic Opportunity. She also contributed to the publication’s 2004 edition, “Politics & Progress: A Presidential Platform for 2004.”

Ms. Campbell received her undergraduate degree in Business Administration and Finance from Clark College (CAU) and is certified in non-profit management by Georgetown University Public Policy Institute Executive Program. She is a member of the Inaugural Class of the Progressive Women’s Voices at the Women’s Media Center in New York. She was a resident fellow alumni at the John F. Kennedy School of Government’s Institute of Politics at Harvard University.

The Mims Florida native is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Social Action Commission, Northern Virginia and Greater Washington Urban Leagues, National Council of Negro Women, NAACP, National Association of Female Executives and many other civic and community-based organizations.

Speaker’s Bio


Member Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr.

Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr. was appointed to serve as a Member of the MDTA Board in May 2007. Dr. Calhoun has served as pastor of the Trinity Baptist Church of Baltimore for nearly 30 years and is an active civic leader. In addition to his pastoral duties, Dr. Calhoun also is a professor of urban ministry at Baltimore’s Ecumenical Institute of Theology at St. Mary’s Seminary and University.

Dr. Calhoun holds a bachelor’s degree from Judson College in Elgin, IL, and received his master’s degree in divinity from Virginia Union University in Richmond, VA. In 1990, he earned his doctor of ministry from Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Calhoun serves as a board member of the Central Maryland Ecumenical Council and the Progressive Baptist Convention of Maryland, Inc., and is president of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance.

Previously, he served on the Nominating Board for the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, served as chairman of the Ecumenical Leaders Group and served on an advisory board for the Maryland Food Committee.

Dr. Calhoun is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity – Delta Lambda chapter, former president of the Progressive Baptist Convention of Maryland. He is a community activist involved in B.U.I.L.D., Baltimoreans United In Leadership Development, and the I-83 Interstate Division of Baltimore City Advisory Committee.


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The Pennsylvania Association of Alpha Chapter (PAAC)

congratulations ERVP R. Anthony Mills on his first Regional Convention!

Tyrone (RAB) HighsmithDistrict Director/PAAC President

Tyrone Highsmith

May the light of the East continue to shine through your leadership.


Bro. Sean Gayle, President | Bro. Ted Ingram , PhD Vice President | Bro. Jamel Vanderberg, Secretary

Bro. Kenneth Hylton, Treasurer | Bro. Eric Turner, PhD | Bro. Rakeem Mosey, Corresponding Secretary

Bro. Richard Bates, Financial Secretary | Bro. Brandon K. Richardson, Historian

Bro. Kirk Hudson, Parliamentarian | Bro. Ryan Fisher, Sergeant-at-Arms

Bro. Imonitie Okhiria, Dir. of Membership | Bro. Amir Figueroa, Dir. of Educational Activities

Bro. Tony Thompson, Associate Editor to the Sphinx

Immediate Past President, Bro. Rechey (Rick) Thurmond, III

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82nd Anniversary Eastern Region Convention Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood”

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2014

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Registration, Lobby B, Level 1

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Eastern Region Executive Board Meeting/ Dinner, Supano’s Steakhouse, 110 Water St.

9:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eastern Region Networking Social, Mex Tequila Bar, 26 Market Place

THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Registration, Lobby B, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Delegate Certification, Lobby A, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Solutions Center, Lobby A, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Convention Office, Mencken, Level 2

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM General Headquarters Office, Calloway B, Level 2

8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Awards Display Set-Up, Paca, Level 3

8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Miss Black & Gold Pageant Preliminary’s, Armistead, Level 2

8: 00 AM – 6:00 PM Senior Bro.’s Lounge, Calloway A, Level 2

10:00 AM – 9:30 PM Vendors Expo – Merchandise/Partners, Holiday Ballroom West North Foyer

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Plenary Session, Holiday Ballroom 4- 6, Level 2

Bro. Diallo Rabain, Presiding District I Director, IAAC

Invocation Bro. Rev. Dr. Anthony Chandler, Chaplin

Convention Call to Order Bro. R. Anthony Mills, Vice President

Rules & Credentials Bro. Alfred Glass

Welcome Bro. Sean D. Meredith, District VI Director Bro. Laurence Richardson, Local Convention Chairman

Registration Update Bro. Ibrahim Traore, Associate Director of Conventions - Registration

Adoption of 81st ERC Minutes Bro. Antoine Banks, Secretary

Adoption of 82nd ERC Agenda Bro. Steven King, Jr., Executive Director

Convention Theme Bro. R. Anthony Mills, Vice President

12:15 PM – 12:45 PM O. Wilson Winters Life Membership Luncheon, Key Ballroom 7-8, Level 2

Bro. Norman B.F. Martin, Presiding Eastern Region Life Membership Chairman

Invocation Bro. Rev. Dr. Anthony Chandler, Chaplin

Keynote Speaker Bro. Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Sr.

82nd Anniversary Eastern Region ConventionAlpha Phi Alpa Fraternity, Inc.Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood”



Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood” THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2014

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Ladies – Get Acquainted Wine & Cheese Reception, Hospitality Suite #667

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Awards Display, Paca, Level 3

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM Committee Meetings Awards & Achievements, Holiday Ballroom 1, Level 2 Grievances & Discipline, Holiday Ballroom 2, Level 2 Resolutions & Recommendations, Holiday Ballroom 3, Level 2 Rules & Credentials, Hopkins, Level 3 Life Membership, Stone, Level 3 International Bro.s’ Affairs, Blake, Level 2 Racial Justice & Equality, Key Ballroom 11, Level 2 Time & Place, Key Ballroom 12, Level 2

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Public Program, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

Bro. Ralph Johnson, Presiding Eastern Region Public Program Committee Chairman

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Region Vice President’s Reception, Holiday Ballroom 1-3, Level 2

9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Convention Hospitality, Sponsored by Sam’s Club, Hospitality Suite

10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Local Host Chapter’s Event, Havana Club, 600 Water St.

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Ladies Morning Fitness, Peale A, Level 2

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Ladies Continental Breakfast, Peale A, Level 2

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Registration, Lobby B, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Delegate Certification, Lobby A, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Solutions Center, Lobby A, Level 1 (Closed during lunch)

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Convention Office, Mencken, Level 2

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM General Headquarters Office, Calloway A, Level 2

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Senior Bro.’s Lounge, Calloway B, Level 2

8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Awards Display, PACA, Level 3

8:30 AM – 9:15 AM Ladies – Official Inspirational Opening, Peale A, Level 2

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM General Session II, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

Bro. Mohammad Tahir, Presiding District III Assistant Director, NYACOA

Rules & Credentials Bro. Alfred Glass

Reports of the Committee Chairmen Budget & Finance Committee Bro. Earl Richmond Constitution Committee Bro. George D. McNeal Membership, Standards & Extensions Bro. Christopher P. Watkins




Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood”

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014

Reports of the General Headquarters General Treasurer’s Report Bro. Hyacinth Ahuruonye General Comptroller’s Report Bro. Steven Sims

9:45 AM – 11:45 AM Ladies – Make Up & Skin Care Workshop, Peale A, Level 2


10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Vendors Expo – Career/Graduate School Fair, Holiday Ballroom West North Foyer

10:00 AM – 11:15 AM General Session III, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2 Bro. Javaughn Griffin, Presiding District II Assistant Director, ONECA Organizing & Networking Bro. Sammie J. Dow, National Director, Youth & College Division, NAACP Executive Director’s Report Bro. William D. Lyle

10:00 AM – 11:15 AM Neophyte Training No. 1 – Meaning of the Ritual, Holiday Ballroom 2-3, Level 2

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Collegiate Scholars Bowl – Preliminary Rounds, Latrobe, Level 2

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Training Workshops – Session I Managing your Chapter’s Foundation, Holiday Ballroom 1, Level 2 Managing your Personal Wealth, Holiday Ballroom 2, Level 2 Fraternal Symbolism & Managing Alpha’s Brand, Holiday Ballroom 3, Level 2 How to Replicate the Model Mentoring Programs in Your Community, Blake, Level 2

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Neophyte Training No. 2 – Alpha Phi Alpha: The Corporation, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Impact Luncheon, Sponsored by State Farm Key Ballroom 7, 8, 11, 12, Level 2

Bro. Gianni Perez, Presiding Assistant Chief of Staff Presentation United States Peace Corp Remarks Ms. Andrea Swift, State Farm Remarks Mr. Steven Vogt, Special Agent in Charge, FBI – Baltimore Field Office Keynote Ms. Melanie L. Campbell, President & CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Ladies High Tea Luncheon & Fashion, Ruth, Level 1

3:15 PM – 3:30 PM Committee Meetings Budget & Finance, Peale A, Level 1 Memberships, Standards & Extensions, Peale B, Level 1 Constitution, Peale C, Level 1 Elections & Nominations, Blake, Level 1 Historical Commission, Latrobe, Level

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM Neophyte Training No. 3 – Alpha Phi Alpha: The Fraternity, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

2:30 PM – 4:30 PM Miss Black & Gold Pageant Interviews, Hopkins, Level 3 (Contestants and Judges Only)




Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood” SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014

8:00 AM – 9:45 AM General Session V, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

Bro. Eze Ezedube, Presiding District V Assistant Director, PAAC

Time & Place Bro. John Norfleet, Jr.

State of the Fraternity Address Bro. Mark S. Tillman, 34th General President

Reports of the General Headquarters Public Policy Bro. Jabriel Ballentine Political Awareness Bro. Steven L. Jones Racial Justice Bro. Dr. Gregory S. Parks


10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Ladies Activity – Heritage City Tour, Reginald F. Lewis African American Museum, Arundel Mills Outlet Mall & Maryland Live! Casino, Off-Site

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM General Session VI, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2 Bro. Daniel Young, Presiding District VI Assistant Director, MAAC

Assistant Vice President Nominations Bro. Christopher Washington, Elections Candidates Questions Assistant Vice President Candidates

State of the Eastern Region Address Bro. Brandon R. Johnson, Assistant Vice President

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Election Polls Open, Pickersgill, Level 2

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Belford V. Lawson Oratorical Contest, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Alternative Investments, Peale C, Level 1

12:30 AM – 1:45 PM Njisane Omawale College Bro.s Luncheon, Sponsored by the FBI South/East Key Ballroom Foyer, Level 2

Bro. Marc Lynn, Presiding Assistant Executive Director

Special Presentation Ms. Gwen Carmon, March of Dimes Remarks Bro. Maurice B. Purvis, Unit Chief FBI – Washington, DC

Keynote Speaker Bro. Denny N. Johnson, Belford V. Lawson Oratorical Contest, Committee Chairman

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Awards & Achievements Deliberations, Paca, Level 3

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Run-Off Election Polls Open, Pickersgill, Level 2

2:00 PM – 3:15 PM Neophyte Training No. 4 – Chapter Operations & Financial Obligations, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

2:00 PM – 3:15 PM Training Workshops – Session II One Alpha, One Grip, One Bro.hood, Holiday Ballroom 1, Level 2 Managing your Mental, Physical, & Sexual Health, Holiday Ballroom 2, Level 2 PHIrst Impressions Count: Dressing for Success, Holiday Ballroom 3, Level 2 March of Dimes, Ruth, Level 1




Theme: “Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood” SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2014

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM General Session VII, Holiday Ballroom 4-6, Level 2

Bro. Shaquille Gurley, Presiding District IV Assistant Director, NJAAPAC

Bro. Thomas Hunt Neophyte Pinning Ceremony Bro. Malik Goodson

Rules & Credentials Bro. Alfred Glass Resolutions & Recommendations Bro. Keith Price

Introduction of Vice President Bro. Rev. Darren M. Morton

State of the Eastern Region Address Bro. R. Anthony Mills, Vice President

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Ladies Activity – Chat & Chew, Hospitality Suite #667

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Black & Gold Awards Banquet, Holiday Ballroom, Level 2 Bro. Steven King, Jr., Presiding Executive Director

9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Convention Hospitality, Sponsored by the MAAC, Hospitality Suite, 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Local Host Chapter’s Event, Holiday Ballroom 1-3, Level 2

SUNDAY, APRIL 27, 2014

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Closing Service & Prayer Breakfast – featuring Maurette Brown Clark, The Lord Baltimore Hotel, 20 W. Baltimore St. (Ticket not included in registration)

12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Convention Committee Wrap-Up Meeting, Johnson, Level 1



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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

The brothers of the xi alpha lambda chapter of prince william county, va

2014 vacapaf alumni chapter of the year

send fraternal greetings to the brothers of the EASTERN REGION

IN CELEBRATION AND RECOGNITION of the 82nd ANNUAL Eastern region convention

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Let’s Share Our Collective Manly Deeds, Scholarship & Love for All Mankind

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DELTA LAMBDA CHAPTER

(OUR CHAPTER BROTHER)

BRO. R. ANTHONY MILLS ON A SUCCESSFUL CONVENTION

DURING THE CHAPTER’S

ANNIVERSARY YEAR AS THE 24TH HOUSE

OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY

Steven D King, President Marco K. Merrick, Vice President

Ronald C. Wooden, Recording Secretary Wayne Brown, Treasurer

Dr. Kirk P. Gaddy, Assistant Treasurer Garrison A. Owens, Editor to the Sphinx Rev. Dr. William C. Calhoun, Chaplain

Larry Jones, Historian Antoine Banks, Director of Education

Sean McBroom, Director of Membership Intake Guy Bell, Jr., Financial Secretary

Russell Heyliger, Corresponding Secretary Dr. Ralph E. Johnson, Parliamentarian

Vernard Madden, Sergeant at Arms Mitchell Jackson, Lay-Member Louis A. Randall, Lay-Member

Rev. Timothy McFadden, Immediate Past President

Manly Deeds, Scholarship & Love for All Mankind! WWW.DELTALAMBDA.ORG

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SalutesAlpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated - Eastern Regionand community leaders being recognized from the Baltimore-Washington Area at the 2014 Annual Meeting

Richard G. Womack, Sr. Melanie L. CampbellChairman of the Board President & CEO, National Coalition on Black Civic Participation National Coalition on Black Civic Participation & Convener, Black Women’s Roundtable

“Reconciling Leadership & Brotherhood”

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Impact Luncheon

We thank you your leadership in developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing

service and advocacy for our communities!


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