WR 2018 Souvenir Ad Journal Final Updated 031622018 11-30 AM (Master Version)

Mayor Michael B. Hancock

and the City & County of Denver

WELCOME

the Alpha Phi Alpha Western Region Conference

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west.org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

29th Western Region My esteemed Brothers of the Western Region:
Vice President
On behalf of both the Regional Leadership and Convention planning teams, I
greet you in the spirit of Brotherhood and welcome you to the 70th Western
Region Convention. The host chapters of Omicron Tau, Delta Psi Lambda and
Iota Omicron Lambda have been working hard in preparation for this occasion
and are poised to showcase the hospitality we have come to appreciate here
in the “Mile High City.”

Since assuming the role of Western Region Vice President, I have grown to be
even more encouraged by the compassion of our Brotherhood and awestruck
by the ideas and foresight of our beloved Jewels. These historic scholars and
organizational architects left us an incredible legacy of leadership and service,
to which this Regional Leadership team is committed to building upon, while
also advancing the plight of our fraternity and the communities we serve. These
guiding principles have heavily influenced the theme which embodies our
aspirations for this convention, “Better Alphas. Better Men. Better
Brotherhood.”

As we prepared for this Convention, we worked to create opportunities for our
Brotherhood to flourish and I encourage you to take advantage of all that is
offered. Brother Roland Martin hosting our public program featuring a dialogue
on “The Education Crisis in Communities of Color;” workshops on
Entrepreneurialism; Educational Paradigms; Alpha History and Protocol; and
Career Pivoting. Moreover, the opportunity to build more business acumen
through the Alpha Shark Tank, party with the legendary DJ Kid Capri, listen to
the current and a past General President, and elect the next AVP to highlight a
few options.

Thank you for being here to support your region and while here networking,
sharing stories and enjoying the fellowship, I encourage you to reconnect to
the spirit and soul of Alpha Phi Alpha in your own unique way. I am convinced
that the more you invest into Alpha, the more you will grow and prosper from

your investment. So please invest wisely and #MSSH.

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west.org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

Fraternally Yours, To the Good Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha,

Andre Sterling It has been my utmost pleasure to serve as your Western Region Assistant
Western Region Vice President in this past year alongside our 29th Western Region Vice
Assistant Vice President President, Bro. Dondrell Swanson. I have learned much, been exposed to
many new things and gained a broader and richer view of our fraternity by
serving on our Board of Directors. I wish that every college brother could
experience the responsibility and reward of serving Alpha at this level. It has
truly been an enriching and enlightening experience.

I am excited to welcome everyone to Denver, CO but I must admit, I am
overwhelmingly excited to welcome the College Brothers of the West to our
70th Western Region Convention here in Denver, CO!!! We have a packed
agenda but I believe our time here will provide lasting benefit to our college
brothers individually and our college chapters collectively.

We are going to be providing our college chapters with the tools needed to
be successful once they return to their college campuses. This weekend, we
will continue to develop a firm foundation for increasing the strength of our
brotherhood while strengthening and rejuvenating our spirit of service as
Alpha men but most specifically as collegiate Alpha men.

I am glad to have been a part of an administration with a definite and
unrelenting goal to increase membership across the board for our college
chapters. While my term as AVP will end before this goal is fully realized, I
know Alpha West is putting things in place to firmly set our college brothers
up for success following graduation. A variety of topics offered this
convention will focus on providing our college brothers the tools needed to
chart their own course for success no matter where life may take them.

So gear up Brothers! This WRC, we will be working toward the better making
of men, becoming better Alphas and building a better brotherhood. With
grip…

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west.org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

Fraternally Yours, My Brothers of the West,

Jonathan D. Madison, Ph.D. Under the leadership of our 29th Western Region Vice President, Bro. Dondrell
Western Region Swanson, and on behalf of the operational nucleus which is the 29th Western
Region Administration of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., I bid you:
Executive Director “Greetings & Salutations!”

This weekend, we find ourselves again assembled to carry out the business of
our Region. In the tradition-honoring and innovate spirit of Alpha, we are
leveraging new technology this convention to not only enhance but also
improve and refine the convention experience for all. While several digital
advances have been integrated into this year’s convention, most will, by
design, remain unseen. You should however experience a bolstered
registration and ticketing experience, a more seamless delegate certification
process and an amplified programming schedule. A few operational
highlights we’ve employed this year that we think you’ll enjoy include :

Functionalized Name Badges – This year, your registrant badge is equipped
with, not one, but two separate QR codes containing your registrant profile.
The front code will be used for admission into sessions and events. The back
code can be scanned with your phone or mobile device to instantly exchange
networking information with other registrants.
Extended Guidebook – This WRC, we are also utilizing the full build of
guidebook which allows for direct integration with multiple social media
outlets, instant messaging between registrants, photo galleries, session track
groupings, a built-in QR code reader and much, much, more.
Electronic Tracking for All Trainings & Sessions – Tired of having to pass a
sign-in sheet and borrow a pen to receive training credit? Well, so are we.
Credit for all trainings and certifications will now be recorded digitally by
scanning your badge’s QR code. Therefore, we ask all brothers to be sure to
keep your badge with you and to scan in and out of every session you attend.
IT & Logistics Help Desk – Realizing all brothers may not be equally
comfortable with new technology, and to ensure all get the most out of their
convention experience, we will provide an IT & Logistics Help Desk for the
duration of the convention. Let us assist you with any WRC technology
concern you may have. Just stop in and ask your question. We’ll be happy to
help.

Let’s make this a Western Region Convention to remember. ‘06

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west.org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

Fraternally Yours, Greetings and Goodwill Brothers,

Western Region I am thrilled to welcome my Brothers of Alpha, families and guests to the 70th
Director of Conventions Western Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in Denver,
Colorado. Further, I thank the brothers of the local host chapters - Delta Psi
Lambda, Iota Omicron Lambda, Pi Xi Lambda and Omicron Tau, as well as the
Rocky Mountain District for their tireless work over the past several months to
ensure this is the best regional convention yet. Building on the successful
framework of the Leadership Academy, the regional leadership team has
planned a dynamic agenda that will challenge, inspire and empower brothers—
both novice and seasoned—through innovative, practical and
sustainable activities coalesced around the “Better Men, Better Alphas, Better
Brotherhood” theme.

Where better to conduct the important work of this great house than in the
Mile High City, Denver. Our host property, Hyatt Regency Denver Tech
Center is conveniently located in the heart of Denver’s most prestigious
business district; near Park Meadows Mall and Landmark Entertainment
District; minutes away from downtown; and within walking distance of the
Light Rail. In addition to the suggested activities, many tour companies offer
discounted tickets to family friendly attractions, arts and culture events, and
outdoor exploration trips. Day or night, Denver offers entertainment and
activities for everyone.

During the convention, remember that the brothers of the Rocky Mountain
District stand ready to help you navigate the host hotel and other local
venues. Any brother who wears a host badge stands ready to assist.

For more than a century, Alpha men have continued to meet the challenges
of today while anticipating the needs of tomorrow. I thank each of you, in
advance, for attending the convention and contributing your expertise to
further our vision. Remember, you are our greatest asset today and tomorrow,
and we could not accomplish what we do without your support, participation
and leadership.

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west. org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

Fraternally, Brothers of Alpha West, I greet you in the mighty name of Alpha Phi
Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated! Goodwill is the monarch of this
Will Bell, Sr. house!

Brother Will Bell, Sr. I welcome you to the Rocky Mountain District and the Mile High
Rocky Mountain District City of Denver, Colorado for the 70th Western Region Convention!
Director Alpha Phi Alpha On behalf of Area Director Brother William Devon Miller, the
Fraternity, Inc. Brothers of Delta Psi Lambda, Iota Omicron Lambda, Pi Xi Lambda
and Omicron Tau, we are excited to host you here in the Rockies!

Brother WRVP Swanson has laid the foundation for our gathering as
Better Alphas. Better Men. Brother Brotherhood. As you enjoy your
time here in Denver, please don’t hesitate to let the local Brothers
know if we can be of assistance in any way. Our desire is to ensure
that you have a most pleasant and memorable stay in Denver.

The convention schedule is packed with exciting business sessions,
workshops, and pageantry. However, I would like to encourage you
to still try to get out and explore the local surroundings. Please do not
forget that we are at 5,280 feet in elevation, so drink plenty of water
and breathe!

Thank you for not only supporting Alpha West, but also the Rocky
Mountain District. As we forge into new growth opportunities in
Alpha West, the Brothers of the Rocky Mountain District stand ready
to lead and support.

“Service at an Altitude!”

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

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west. org

Fraternally Yours, “We all have dreams. In order to make dreams come into reality, it takes
an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline and effort.”
Jeriod D. Patterson DM ~ Brother Jesse Owens
Dr. Jeriod D. Patterson
Delta Psi Lambda On behalf of Delta Psi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,
Chapter President Inc., we welcome our dear Brothers to the “Mile High City” where service
at an altitude is not an act, it is a habit! We are truly honored to be your
host for the 70th Western Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity, Inc.

The Denver Alphas are very excited to engage with the Brothers of
Western Region as we collectively explore being Better Alphas, Better
Men, and a Better Brotherhood. This year’s convention will be
electrifying as the region’s leadership team has designed an excellent
convention that will be memorial. We have secured an outstanding
ladies’ agenda, and we have secured hospitalities on Wednesday, Friday
and Saturday. Our convention agenda is a well thought out plan for how
to conduct business and move this great region forward.

As important as it is for us to work hard and wisely at this convention, it is
equally as important for us to take time to have fun, exchange ideas,
fellowship, renew old friends, and form new friendships as well.

The Denver Alphas are here to ensure that your stay is excellent!



Mission Focused

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ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC. ®

WESTERN REGION

2487 S. Gilbert Rd. Ste 106-197, Gilbert, AZ 85295
Phone (602)429-9156 | Email – [email protected]

www.alpha-west. org

Dondrell Swanson Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Western Region Vice President General President

Andre Sterling Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.
Western Region Assistant Vice President Executive Director

Fraternally, On behalf of the Brothers of the 515th House of
Alpha, Iota Omicron Lambda Chapter, Colorado
Eric Graham Springs, Colorado, I want to extend greetings and
welcome you to the Rockies and the beautiful Mile
President High city of Denver!
Iota Omicron Lambda
Iota Omicron Lambda is co-hosting this year’s 70th
Western Region Convention in conjunction with our
Brothers from Delta Psi Lambda seated in Denver, Pi
Xi Lambda Chapter of Salt Lake City, Utah and
Omicron Tau Chapter situated on the campuses of
Colorado State University, University of Colorado at
Boulder, Metropolitan State University, and Denver
University and home chapter to the reigning National
Debate Champions.

The Rocky Mountain District, with its main cities
being Denver and Colorado Springs, offers a varied
range of tastes for everyone. The atmosphere ranges
from modern to a more traditional setting in a matter
of minutes but it’s friendly and inviting wherever you
may go. You are encouraged to try and guess our
weather for this time of year while taking in the
culture, the sights and the sounds.

So, Brothers of the Mighty Western Region, once
again, welcome to the Rocky Mountains with its
majestic views and the beautiful and interesting
metropolitan city of Denver, Colorado with it’s view
from a mile high!

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WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek fraternity for
African-American men, was founded on December 4, 1906 at Cornell
University; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha, driven by values of scholarship, leadership,
fellowship, and service, has since led the way for many young people; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha has helped young African-American men
throughout the world to be more focused, centered, and undaunted in lifting
high ideals and moral standards; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha members can be found from the intellectual
arenas of academia to the professional corridors of the business world, from
the pulpits of worship to the theatrical stages of life, from the legislative halls
of politics to the arenas of sports, from administrative offices of justice to
journalistic debates that fueled the Civil Rights Movement; and

WHEREAS, Alpha Phi Alpha has made significant contributions to the vitality
and heritage of our state and Coloradans are today encouraged to recognize
and celebrate with Alpha Phi Alpha;

Therefore, I, John W. Hickenlooper, Governor of the State of Colorado, do
hereby proclaim, March 22, 2018, as

ALPHA PHI ALPHA DAY

in the State of Colorado. GIVEN under my hand and the
Executive Seal of the State of
Colorado, this twenty-second
day of March, 2018

John W. Hickenlooper
Governor

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MICHAEL F. BENNET

COLORADO

WASHINGTON, D. C. 20510

March 21, 2018

Dear Convention Guests:
Welcome to Colorado for the 2018 Western Region Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity, Inc. and congratulations on 111 years of brotherhood.
Since its founding in 1906, the organization has supplied voice and vision to people of
color worldwide. The fraternity, with more than 750 collegiate and alumni chapters,
provides a foundation of scholarship and fellowship in the United States and
internationally. Your membership is a critical element of community engagement t
leadership, and service to your country.
Thank you for your commitment to uplift humanity through brotherhood. We encourage
you to take full advantage of all that Colorado has to offer while you are here. Please accept
my best wishes fora memorable and meaningful conference.

Sincerely,

Michael F. Bennet
United States Senator

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Michael B. Hancock City and County of Denver
Mayor OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
CITY AND COUNTY BUILDING
DENVER, CO 80202-5390

TELEPHONE: (720) 865-9090 • FAX: (720) 865-8787
TTY/ TTD: (720) 865-9010

March 21, 2018

Alpha Phi Alpha
Western Region Convention
Hyatt Regency, Denver Tech Center
7800 East Tuft Avenue
Denver, CO 80237

Greetings:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the “Mile High” city. We are honored that you have chosen to host
your 70th Annual Western Region Convention in our great city.

The Alpha Phi Alpha organization is a valued partner in our community. This year’s theme: “Better Men,
Better Alphas, Better Brotherhood” reinforces your ongoing commitment to build strength in the
brotherhood. Collectively your programs have encouraged young men to strive for excellence. Your
attention to mentorship, scholarship opportunity, life skill building, and community engagement give
the next generation of young men the tools necessary to prepare for a bright future. The next few days
will be a great opportunity to share successes in your programs, reconnect with old friends and
celebrate your victories.

While you are here, take time to enjoy some of the amenities that our beautiful city has to offer. We
also have world class entertainment, fine dining, and shopping. Denver’s downtown is one of the
nation’s most walkable urban cores in the country, and boasts a variety of attractions, including the
nation’s second largest performing arts complex, three art museums, a U.S. Mint and more than 300
restaurants.

Best wishes for an informative, productive, and enjoyable convention!

Respectfully,

Michael B. Hancock 14
Mayor

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Javier Abrego
Superintendent
Educational Support Services
5291 East 60th Avenue
Commerce City, CO 80022
P: 303-853-3204
[email protected]
www.adams14.org

March 21, 2018

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and Western Region Convention Guests,

The Adams 14 School District is proud to welcome you to Denver for your 70th Anniversary
Western Region Convention. As a richly diverse educational institution, we greatly respect your
long and proud history of supporting academic, racial and social equity.

We resonate with your foundation principles of scholarship, fellowship, good character and the
uplifting of humanity. These are the same kinds of attributes we work to instill in our students.

We are honored to have an Alpha Phi Alpha alumnus now serving on our elected board of
education. Harvest Thomas is a fine leader who is one of the board’s officers – secretary.

Alpha Phi Alpha has been recognized as a leader across the nation with its priorities of stressing
academic excellence among its members. The brotherhood also recognized the need to help
correct the educational, economic, political and social injustices faced by African Americans.
Alpha Phi Alpha has long stood at the forefront of the African-American community's fight for
civil rights through leaders such as W.E.B. DuBois, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., Edward Brooke,
Martin Luther King, Jr., Thurgood Marshall, Andrew Young, William Gray, Paul Robeson, and
many others. True to its form as the “first of firsts,” Alpha Phi Alpha has been interracial since
1945.

We’re proud to welcome such a distinguished group to the Denver area and wish you all a
productive, energizing and enriching conference. We also encourage you to explore all the fun
you can have in our vibrant, culturally rich and scenic metropolitan area.

Dr. Javier Abrego
Superintendent

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Delta Psi Lambda Chapter – Denver, Colorado

THE HOST CHAPTER WELCOMES ALL BROTHERS TO A MEMORABLE
70TH WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

HYATT DENVER TECH CENTER, DENVER, CO MARCH 21-25, 2018

Goodwill is the monarch of this house.
Men, unacquainted, enter, shake hands,
exchange greetings, and depart friends.
Cordiality exists among all who abide
within.
I am the eminent expression of friendship.
Character and temperament change under
my dominant power. Lives once touched
by me become tuned, and are thereafter,
amiable, kindly, and fraternal.

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The Iota Omicron Lambda Chapter
of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated
Welcomes you to Denver, Colorado for the 70th

Western Region Convention.
We honor and support the theme of
“Better Men, Better Alphas, Better Brotherhood”
Enjoy your time in the Great Rocky Mountains!

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Western Region Military Program

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Support Our Military Troops

Congratulations to Alpha West on Its 70th Region Convention
Denver, Colorado

Western Region Military Affairs, Chair - Thomas J. Pope, Jr.

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Welcome College and Alumni Brothers
to the 70th Western Region Convention

In The Mile High City

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Congratulations to the

Western Region

on its 70th Regional Convention

held in the City of Denver C O

Appreciation from the Brotherhood

Nu Epsilon Lambda Chapter,
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

of

Eastern Washington

March 21, 2018

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THE DISTINGUISHED BROTHERS OF

ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY, INC.

THETA PI LAMBDA CHAPTER
Congratulates the Rocky Mountain District on a successful Western Regional Convention

Well Done Brothers!!

Save the Date

Theta Pi Lambda Scholarship Ball
December 1, 2018

Green Valley Resort & Casino
Public Meeting

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Iota Mu Lambda Chapter

Celebrates the 70th Western Regional Convention
“Better Men, Better Alphas, Better Brotherhood”

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Congratulations and Best Wishes

to
WRVP - Dondrell Swanson and AWRVP - Andre` Sterling

&

The Brothers of Delta Psi Lambda and Omicron Tau Chapters

For a Successful 70th Western Regional Convention
“Better Men, Better Alphas, a Better Brotherhood”

Brother Russell E. Flye - Immediate Past Western Region Vice President

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21st, 2018

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Corporate HQ Office Set-Up (Hotel Staff) Thunderpass
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm WR Office Set-up (Hotel Staff) Summit
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics) Set-Up (Hotel Staff) Grand Mesa Foyer
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm WR IT & Logistics Kick-Off & Planning Meeting Summit
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
WR Purpose Foundation Meeting Bristlecone
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm WR Security Kick-Off & Planning Meeting Summit

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
WR Office Summit
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer

WR Executive Staff Meeting with Local Host Committee Summit

WR Committee Meetings Bristlecone
-- The Walton Foundation Grant Planning Wind River A
-- Special Project: Project Storybook Chasm Creek A
-- Special Project: Wesley Archives Mesa Verde A
-- College 2 Corporate Life Mesa Verde B
-- Special Project: Community Education Initiative Mesa Verde C
-- Rules & Credentials
Bristlecone
WR Committee Meetings Chasm Creek A
-- Awards & Achievement Wind River A
-- College Chapter Sustainability Wind River B
-- A Voteless People is a Hopeless People Mesa Verde A
-- A Charles Haston’s Brother’s Keeper Mesa Verde B
-- Big Brothers Big Sisters Mesa Verde C
-- Boy Scouts of America Wind Star A
-- March of Dimes Wind Star B
-- Constitution Highlands
-- Grievance & Discipline Chasm Creek B
-- Special Project: Economic Strategy & Innovation
-- Reclamation & Retention Bristlecone
Chasm Creek A
WR Committee Meetings Wind River A
-- Health & Wellness Wind River B
-- Life Membership Mesa Verde B
-- Go To Highschool, Go To College Wind Star A
-- Project Alpha Wind Star B
-- Elections Highlands
-- Membership Standards & Extensions Chasm Creek B
-- Rituals & Ceremonies
-- Military Affairs WR Hospitality Suite
-- Senior Alpha Affairs
Chasm Creek A
WR Leadership Team & Guests Hospitality Suite **

Hosted by the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Regional Awards & Competition Displays Set-Up

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

THURSDAY, MARCH 22nd, 2018

6:00 am – 7:00 am Daily Health & Wellness Opportunity Fitness Center

8:00 am – 12:00 pm Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass

WR Office Summit
Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite
WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer

8:00 am – 9:00 am Pre-Convention Plenary : Alpha’s Historical Context Wind River A | B
Presented by (WR Historian Bro. Norman Towels)

8:00 am – 7:00 pm Regional Awards & Competition Displays Chasm Creek A
Vendor Hall 2nd Floor Prefunction

9:00 am – 10:00 am OPENING SESSION Grand Mesa A | B | C

Presiding Officer (RM DD Bro. Will Bell, Sr.)

Procession to the Dias

Presentation of Colors

Call to Order

Invocation (Rev. Bro. Chris Jackson)

Greetings from Local Host Chapters (DYL, IOL, OT)

Greetings from RM District & Asst. District Directors (Bros. W. Bell, Sr. & V. Payne)

10:00 am – 12:00 pm Neophyte Training (Bro. Algerian Hart) Highlands
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
FIRST BUSINESS SESSION Grand Mesa A | B | C

Presiding Officer (TSD DD Bro. Thomas Henderson)

Rules and Credentials (Bro. Calvin Harris)

Adoption of Agenda (Bro. Dr. Jonathan Madison)

Adoption of the Minutes (Bro. Dwayne Aikens)

District Director Summary -- Southern California District (DD Bro. Fred Jackson)

District Director Summary -- Northern California District (DD Bro. Virgil Torrence)

District Director Summary -- Tri-State District (DD Bro. Thomas Henderson)

District Director Summary -- Rocky Mountain District (DD Bro. Will E. Bell Sr.)

District Director Summary -- Great Northwest District (DD Bro. Stan Freeman)

Awards Committee (Bro. Erik Counts)

Grievance and Discipline Committee (Bro. Dominque Beaumonte)

Military/Veteran Liaison Committee (Bro. Thomas Pope)

Constitution Committee (Bro. Jay Brown)

Project Alpha (Bro. Vincent Hayes)

March for Babies (Bro. Harold Pope)

Life Membership Committee (Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook)

Regional Historian (Bro. Norman Towels)

Fraternal Standards (Bro. Ryan T. McCreary)

Election Committee (Bro. Dr. Charles P. Loeb, III)

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch on Your Own

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm SECOND BUSINESS SESSION Grand Mesa A | B | C

Presiding Officer (GNW DD Bro. Stan Freeman)

WR Chair, Reclamation & Retention (Bro. Dr. Edmond L. Baker, Jr.)

WR Chief Technology Officer’s Report – (Bro. David Johnson)

WR Special Project: College Chapter Sustainability – (Bro. Lawrence Ross)

WR Special Project: Community Education Initiatives – (Bro. Dr. Corey Matthews)

WR Special Project: Economic Strategy and Innovation (Bro. Wilbur Jackson)

WR Special Project: Project Murray – (Bro. Dr. Jeriod Patterson)

WR Special Project: Project Storybook – (Bro. Robby Greenfield)

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

THURSDAY, MARCH 22nd, 2018 cont.

1:30 pm – 5:00 pm Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm WR Office Summit
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm GENERAL SESSION I Grand Mesa A | B | C

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Presiding Officer (Special Advisor Bro. Jeriod Patterson)
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm Educational Paradigms for Communities
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm of Color in the 21st Century

Bro. Alex Malone, Walton Foundation Grant Administrator

Ladies Welcome Reception WR Hospitality Suite

Workshop Series I Wind River A | B
-- WKSP 01 | Managing Your Chapter’s Annual Plan Wind Star A | B
Mesa Verde A | B | C
Bro. Jonathan Madison
-- WKSP 02 | Managing Your Non-Profit: Art of the 501c3

Bro. Ludlow Creary & Bro. G. Bernard Brown
-- WKSP 03 | Alpha’s Racial Justice White Paper:
Considering African American Population, Crime,
Education and Mentoring Constellations

Bro. Gregory J. Vincent, Chair, Commission

on Racial Justice

Alpha Shark Tank – Partnering for Business Success WR Hospitality Suite

Bro. Wilbur Jackson

Alpha 201 – Welcome Back – What’s New, What’s Changed Highlands

Bro. Dr. Edmond Baker & Bro. Denny Johnson

Workshop Series II Wind River A | B
-- WKSP 04 | Alpha Authoring:
Adding Your Story to the Universal Library Wind Star A | B
Mesa Verde A | B | C
Bro. Dr. Cedrick Bridgeforth,
Bro. Dr. Paul Cooks & Bro. Lawrence Ross
-- WKSP 05 | IMDP Best Practices
Bro. Marquis Scott
-- WKSP 06 | Grant Writing and Revenue Sourcing
Bro. Keith Rogers

WESTERN REGION PUBLIC PROGRAM ** Grand Mesa A | B | C

Hosted & Moderated by Bro. Roland Martin
Introduction by Bro. Lawrence Ross
Topic: "The Crisis of Education Within and

Among Communities of Color"

WESTERN REGION VP’S PUBLIC RECEPTION ** Centennial

HOBART JARRETT DEBATE COMPETITION Wind River A | B

Facilitating (WR Corresponding Sec. Bro. Nashaun Neal)

INAUGURAL DOMINOS, SPADES & BID WHIST – I ** Wind Star A | B

Facilitating (WR Gaming Coordinator Bro. Jerome Cannon)

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd, 2018

6:00 am – 7:00 am Daily Health & Wellness Opportunity Fitness Center
7:00 am – 8:00 am
7:00 am – 9:00 am Ladies Exercise Opportunity (Yoga) Yoga One
8:00 am – 9:00 am Brothers Additional Exercise Opportunity (Yoga) Yoga One
8:00 am – 10:00 am
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Life Membership Breakfast Centennial
Facilitating (WR LM Chair Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook)
8:00 am – 2:00 pm Keynote: Past WRVP, Bro. Ron Celestine
8:00 am – 7:00 pm
9:00 am – 12:00 pm Ladies Continental Breakfast WR Hospitality Suite
9:00 am – 10:00 am
IMDP Training & Certification Highlands
10:00 am – 10:30 am Trainer (WR IMDP Master Trainer Bro. Marquis Scott)
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
10:30 am – 3:00 pm WR Office Summit
WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
11:00 am – 12:00 pm WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer

Regional Awards & Competition Displays Chasm Creek A
Vendor Hall 2nd Floor Prefunction

Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite

A Broader Perspective Colloquium Series

-- ABPC 01 | Alpha Branding: Wind River A | B

An Overview of the Fraternities Branding Standards

Bro. Henry Stewart, Asst. E.D. Marketing & P/R

-- ABPC 02 | Leading Wisely: Wind Star A | B

Learning the Nuances of Risk Management

Bro. John Rawlins, Asst. Dir. for Leadership

Development & Training

-- ABPC 03 | Careers at the Federal Bureau of Investigation: Mesa Verde A | B | C

A Professional Information Session

Representative(s) from the F.B.I.

Ladies Assemble for Day Trip Departure 1st Floor Lobby

GENERAL SESSION II Grand Mesa A | B | C

Presiding Officer (WRED Bro. Dr. Jonathan Madison)

Operational and Administrative Updates from the Corporate Headquarters

Bro. Jamie R. Riley, Executive Director & COO

Behind the Scenes Guided Tour Denver Center for the
Lunch on Your Own Performing Arts

Behind the Scenes Guided Tour Female Owned
Cannabis Dispensary

GENERAL SESSION III Grand Mesa A | B | C
Presiding Officer (WRAED Bro. Christian Moore)
AVP CANDIDATE’S FORUM

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd, 2018 cont.

12:00 pm – 1:45 pm FRATERNAL LUNCHEON Grand Mesa D | E | F
Keynote: Bro. Roland Martin

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm THIRD BUSINESS SESSION Grand Mesa A | B | C
Presiding Officer (NorCal DD Bro. Virgil Torrence)

General Comptroller (Bro. Donald E. Jackson)
General Treasurer (Bro. Denzel Fleming)
Executive Director (Bro. Jamie R. Riley, Ph.D.)

Plenary: Alpha Ceremonies & Protocol (Bro. Ronald Stagg)

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
WR Office Summit
Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite
WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer

2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Alpha Competition Interviews & Judging Chasm Creek A

3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Workshop Series IV
-- WKSP 07 | Financial Literacy with Wells Fargo Advisors
Mesa Verde A | B | C
Mr. Joseph Frank Wind River A | B
-- WKSP 08 | Career Pivot: Making Your Next Move Wind Star A | B

Dr. Cherise Bernard Highlands
-- WKSP 09 | Entrepreneurship via Group Homes

Bro. Jeriod Patterson, Bro. Mike Noyd,
Bro. King Gonzalez, Bro. Claudius Wright
-- WKSP 10 | Food, Habits & Health
R.D.N. Jo Ann M. Pegues

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Tri State District Caucus | D.D. Bro. Thomas Henderson Wind River A | B
Southern California Caucus | D.D. Bro. Fred Jackson Mesa Verde A | B | C
Great Northwest Caucus | D.D. Bro. Stan Freeman Wind Star A
Rocky Mountain Caucus | D.D. Bro. Will Bell, Sr. Wind Star B

Northern California Caucus | D.D. Bro. Virgil Torrence Highlands

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm College Brothers Caucus | WRAVP Bro. Andre Sterling Wind River A | B

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm WR Evening Hospitality Suite ** WR Hospitality Suite

Hosted by the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Ballots Open for AVP Election Chasm Creek B

5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Miss Black & Gold Contestant Interviews (Closed to Public) Wind Star B

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm MISS BLACK & GOLD SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT ** Grand Mesa D | E | F

Facilitating (Bro. Adrian Jones)

8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Veteran’s Reception WR Hospitality Suite

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm INAUGURAL DOMINOS, SPADES & BID WHIST – II ** Wind Star A | B

Facilitating (WR Gaming Coordinator Bro. Jerome Cannon)

9:00 pm – 10:00 pm WR STEP & STROLL COMPETITION ** Grand Mesa D | E | F

Facilitating (Bro. LaSalle Garcia)

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd, 2018 cont.

10:00 pm – 1:00 am WR COLLEGIAT AFTER PARTY – “WHO YA WIT?” Grand Mesa D | E | F
10:00 pm – 1:00 am
Hosts: (Bros. WRAVP Andre Sterling + RM DD Will Bell Sr.)

WR ALUMNI OFF-SITE PARTY w/ KID CAPRI ** PROOF NIghtclub

Host: (Bro. Barry Benson)

SATURDAY, MARCH 24th, 2018

6:00 am – 7:00 am Daily Health & Wellness Opportunity Fitness Center
7:00 am – 8:00 am
7:00 am – 9:00 am Ladies Exercise Opportunity Fitness Center

7:00 am – 9:00 am Military Affairs Breakfast ** Centennial
8:00 am – 9:30 am
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Facilitating (WR Military Affairs Chair, Bro. Thomas Pope, Jr.)

8:00 am – 7:00 pm Keynote: Brigadier General, Bro. Ondra L. Berry

WR Community Service Event Mesa Verde A | B | C
Facilitating (WR Boy Scouts Chair, Bro. Jamie Pinder)

Collegiate Advisor Training Highlands
Trainer: (National Chair College Bro. Affairs
Bro. Dominique Beaumonté)

Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
WR Office Summit
Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite

WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer

Regional Awards & Competition Displays Chasm Creek A
Vendor Hall 2nd Floor Prefunction

8:30 am – 10:00 am Ladies Empowerment Breakfast – Dr. Mosby-Tyler Wind Star A | B
10:00 am – 10:30 am Ladies Assemble for Day Trip Departure 1st Floor Lobby
10:30 am – 3:30 pm Tour
Lunch on Your Own Blair Caldwell African
Stage Play – “This Is Modern Art” American Museum

Denver Center for the
Performing Arts

10:00 am – 11:00 am GENERAL SESSION IV Grand Mesa A | B | C
STATE OF THE FRATERNITY ADDRESS
Bro. General President, Everett B. Ward, Ph.D.
Presiding Officer (WRVP Bro. Dondrell Swanson)

11:00 am – 12:00 pm GENERAL SESSION V Grand Mesa A | B | C

STATE OF THE WESTERN REGION

Bro. Western Region Vice President, Dondrell Swanson

Bro. Western Region Assistant Vice President Andre Sterling

Presiding Officer (WRED Bro. Jonathan D. Madison, Ph.D.)

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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70th WESTERN REGION CONVENTION

Schedule of Events†

“Better Men • Better Alphas • Better Brotherhood”

†note: the most updated and authoritative version of this agenda can be found in the WRC2018 guidebook

SATURDAY, MARCH 24th, 2018 cont.

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm COLLEGE BROTHER’S LUNCHEON ** Grand Mesa D | E | F
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
BELFORD V. LAWSON ORATORICAL CONTEST
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Presiding Officer (WRAVP Bro. Andre Sterling)
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm WR Convention Picture

5:30 pm – 7:00 am Corporate HQ Office Thunderpass
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm WR Office + AVP Ballots Open (if Run-Off is Needed) Summit
7:30 pm – 8:00 am Bro. Dr. Payton C. Cook Senior Brothers Lounge Open WR Hospitality Suite
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm WRC Registration (+ IT & Logistics Help Desk) Open Grand Mesa Foyer
WRC Ladies Registration Open Grand Mesa Foyer
11:00 pm – 1:00 am
GENERAL SESSION VI Grand Mesa A | B | C

Presiding Officer (TSD ADD Bro. Theo Brothers)

Panel: Supporting and Growing College Chapters (Bro. LaSalle Garcia)

Neophyte, 25 & 50 Year Pinning Ceremonies (Bro. Aaron Crutison)

FOURTH BUSINESS SESSION Grand Mesa A | B | C
Presiding Officer (SoCal DD Bro. Fred Jackson)
WR Chair, Rules and Credentials (Bro. Calvin Harris)
WR Executive Director (Bro. Jonathan Madison)
WR Treasurer Report (Bro. King Gonzalez)

WR Financial Secretary (Bro. Sean Harris)
WR Director of Conventions (Bro. Keith Rogers)
Omega Service – WR Chaplain (Rev. Bro. Chris Jackson)

COLLEGIATE SCHOLARS BOWL COMPETITION Wind River A | B

Western Region Closing Hospitality Suite ** WR Hospitality Suite

Hosted by the Great Northwest District

BLACK AND GOLD RECEPTION ** 2nd Floor Prefunction

BLACK AND GOLD BALL & AWARDS CEREMONY ** Grand Mesa A - F

Master of Ceremonies (WR Master Trainer Bro. Marquis Scott)
Keynote: 29th General President, Bro. Milton C. Davis
March of Dimes Awards Presentation (Ms. Gwen Carmon)
WR Awards (Bro. Erik Counts)

Brotherhood Smoke Hyatt Rear Pavilion

SUNDAY, MARCH 25th, 2018

8:30 am – 10:00 am Ecumenical Service ** Bristlecone
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Facilitating (WR Chaplain Bro. Chris Jackson &
Past Acting General President Bro. Aaron Crutison, Sr.)

WR Leadership Team Wrap-Up & Working Lunch Bristlecone
Invitation Only

last revised: 3.16.2018

Orange – denotes Ladies Activities / ** – denotes Ladies Welcome to Participate
Green – denotes General / Business / Public Session Content

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The Mu Beta Lambda Chapter – Honolulu, Hawaii

The Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Mu Beta Lambda Chapter would like to thank
Bro. Dondrell Swanson for his leadership within the Western Region. Job well done!!!

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Congratulations to the Brothers of
Alpha West on a successful 70th
Western Region Convention!

On behalf of the Rocky Mountain District,
Sharon & I welcome you to the Mile High City!

We hope that you have a pleasant and
enjoyable experience!

Brother Willard E. “Will” Bell, Sr.
Rocky Mountain District Director

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Congratulations and Best Wishes
for a successful

70th Western Region Convention

Brother Dr. Jeriod D. Patterson LM 8998
Chapter President

Delta Psi Lambda Chapter – Denver, CO.
Zeta Theta ‘81

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Congratulations Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
70th Western Region Convention

Brother Sam & Jo Ann Pegues

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