W W W . A L P H A N U 1 9 3 3 . C O M T H E O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E A L P H A N U A L U M N I N E T W O R K Summer 2023 Volume III, Issue I Reflecting on our Achievements as we enter a new era in Leadership
"...ACHIEVEMENT IN EVERY FIELD OF HUMAN ENDEAVOR."
Reflecting on our Achievements as we enter a new era in Leadership The Skope | September 2023 | Volume III Issue I Take a look into what our leaders have in store across all levels of Kappa. AN 90TH ANNIVERSARY KONCLAVE ON THE BAY WHAT’S NEXT? FALL IN FULL AFFECT FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP ALPHA NU LEADERSHIP DATES OF IMPORTANCE FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS TABLE OF CONTENTS 03 06 10 11 13 14 18 Hear from our very own newly elected president, Brother Arthur Claiborne as we take on a new year of success. 1/19
PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS NC A&T SU Alumni SUMMER 2023 A L P H A N U A L U M N I N E T W O R K ARTHUR CLAIBORNE 2023-2025 ANAN President - Spr '19 NEW Brothers, it is anF honor toAserve asC your newE ly elected Alpha Nu Alumni Network President for the next two years. I challenge ALL Brothers to stay active, engaged, and excited as we embark upon more Achievement, Service, and Brotherhood!!! “The new administration will strive to implement innovative ideas, while maintaining longstanding traditions, to ensure we continue to build upon ourlegacy.” REMEMBERINGTHEPAST, EMBRACINGTHE PRESENT, SHAPINGOURFUTURE! The Alpha Nu Alumni Network has advantages that we must act on to ensure our growth and sustainability. Let’s move this network forward by reflecting on what we have collectively achieved for 90 years, recognizing our current opportunities, and creating a better network for years to come. In October, we will publish the 2023 - 2025 Strategic Plan titled “We Are Better Together!” Over the next two years, we will intentionally work on the advancement of our beloved home chapter, Alumni Network, illustrious HBCU, and noble Fraternity. To achieve these goals and executeourvision,WENEEDYOU! Contact Us www.alphanu1933.com [email protected] @alpha.nu.alumni.network @anu1933 < Brother Claiborne on the direction of the network WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER!!!
ALPHA NU: 90 YEARS IN ACTION The North Carolina A&T State University Chapter, The Alpha Nu of Kappa Alpha Psi celebrates 90 years of existence in the Fraternity since April 14th, 1933. Alpha Nu 90th Anniversary April 2023 90th Annivesary Alpha Nu Flyer highlighting the advancement of the Chapters History and 7th annual retreat We the Willing As we continue the work of the 90th year of the Chapter’s existence it is key to highlight the work put in to set off the 7th Annual Alpha Nu Retreat. Brothers currently on the yard and alumni across the years met up on the campus of our illustrious North Carolina A&T State University to do Business and Fellowship. The start of the retreat was lead with a proper opening at registration where Brothers received a paraphernalia kit catered to the significance of the Chapter’s 90th anniversary on Charter Day. After, Brothers stopped by the plot on campus to kick it with undergraduate Brothers and catchup with Brothers visiting from all over. Official Logo of the 90th anniversary of the Alpha Nu Chapter Brother Correggio Peagler (Left) and Brother Rico Beans (Right) endorsing the ‘You Don’t Have to Die Poor’ book written by Brother Beans 03 / 19
Business took place the following day on campus at the Academic Classroom Building. Business proceeded per Alpha Nu standard with current leadership providing updates of the Chapter and Network’s status. Past awards, awardees, and leadership were highlighted to continue discussion of what is next to maintain the standard. During the intermission, Brother Byron Hailey (Sp ‘19) provided lunch and refreshments. Following, there were 3 breakout sessions to bring light to important conversations in the Brotherhood. Breakout session one “Beyond the Letters,” focused on leveraging your experience in the Fraternity to make opportunities in the professional world. Session two “Purpose Path,” was bout applying Brother’s passion to the motto “Achievement in every field of human endeavor.” Session three “Rituals and Customs” focused on the traditions and customs of our Noble Brotherhood, providing transparency and fine tuning of Fraternal practices. Brother Justin Neal (Left), Brother Brian Cheek (Middle), and Brother David Janifer sitting on a pane discussing the art of networking and building your work expertise in the Fraternity for the 7th annual Alpha Nu Retreat Business Meeting Fall ‘49 Brother Edward Carter being honored with the Legacy highlighting his long withstanding loyalty for the Fraternity and the Chapter. Standing with him are the 2022-2023 Alpha Nu Queens. The night of check in, the Brothers of the Alpha Nu Alumni Network and the Alpha Nu Chapter held a social event at the XO Lounge in downtown Greensboro. The outing was held with great fun and an garnered an awesome turnout continuing the chapter’s enduring reputation for social events “Hard work to do and heavy loads to lift...”
A Celebration to Remember: Brother Robert Jenkins, guest speaker at the Alpha Nu Charter Day Banquet April 2023 7th Annual Alpha Nu Retreat photo with all the Alpha Nu Brothers present In celebration of this special charter day and successful retreat, Brothers gathered at the Alumni Center on campus to pay homage to the Charter Members and Brothers of Alpha Nu. The Banquet was titled “Alpha Nu: 90 Years In Action.” In addition to the past and current Brothers of the Chapter, the Middle Eastern Sr. Province Vice Polemarch, Brother Lascel Webley, and Grand Board of Directors Alumni Member Brother Robert L. Jenkins, Esq. were also in attendance. During the night the Chapter’s success of yesterday and today could not only be seen but felt throughout the room. In closing the Chapter recognized it’s support of Brother Jenkins and Brother White in their campaigns pursuing office in Grand Chapter. The event was paramount in celebrating the Alpha Nu of our dreams. Alpha Nu 90th Anniversary Guest speaker and Grand Board of Directors Alumni Member Brother Robert Jenkins Esq. at the Alpha Nu: 90 Years in Action Banquet 05 / 19
KONCLAVE ON THE BAY July 2023 www.alphanu1933.com CHECK THE STATS 2023 Edward G. Irvin (Medium) National Undergraduate Chapter of the Year - Alpha Nu 2023 Paul W. Cain (Large) National Alumni Chapter of the Year - Charlotte (NC) Alumni Chapter [Polemarch Justin Neal (Sp ‘04) ] 2023 Jay Crosby Outstanding Undergraduate Guide Right Chapter of the Year - Alpha Nu 2023 Founders' Chapter Advisor Award - Thomas Sinclair III (Fa ‘73) 53rd Byron K. Armstrong Awardee - Correggio Peagler (Spr '20) 101st Guy L. Grant Awardee - Bryce Dickerson (Sp '19) Grand Board of Directors - Undergraduate - Brent White III (Sp '22) Throughout the week Brothers took time to fellowship in the area. Whether it was the Hotel lobby at the JW Marriott or across the bridge at American Social, the Bond was alive and well. At the 86th Grand Chapter Meeting in Tampa, Florida the Brothers of Alpha Nu Racked up a long list of Achievements and gathered for plenty of fellowship throughout Konclave. Achievement, Brotherhood, and Fellowship was at the forefront of the week. Brother to Brother, breaking barriers, building bridges. 34th Grand Polemarch Reuben A. Shelton Esq. III FELLOWSHIP AND BROTHERHOOD ON THE BAY Alpha Nu Brothers Fellowshipping in the JW Waterstreet Lobby.
" ...THAT'S THE KAPPA OF MY DREAMS. " The Charlotte (NC) Alumni Chapter won the Paul W. Caine National Alumni Chapter of the Year Award under the Leadership of Brother Polemarch Justin Neal. Brother Brian Cheek and the Alpharetta-Smyrna (GA) Alumni Chapter received 3rd Place in the Jay Crosby Award for Outstanding Guide Right Program of the Year. Alpha Nu Guide Right Director - Nick Brown (Sp '22) ACHIEVING ON ALL LEVELS Brothers Achieved on all levels throughout the week. Brother Correggio Peagler recieved the 53rd Byron K. Armstrong Award for his outstanding tenure as Polemarch at A&T. Brother Peagler is also currently serving as President for “Nupes in Medicine,” a sub-group created for building the bridge of Black doctors in communities as an accessible resource. Grand Board Member Brother Bryce Dickerson also received the 101st Guy L. Grant Award for outstanding achievement for his time in undergrad at A&T. The Chapter also received the Edward G. Irvin National Undergraduate Chapter of the Year Award under the Leadership of Brother Polemarch Brent White III who was also elected the Grand Board of Directors as an Undergraduate Member. The Jay Crosby Award for Outstanding Guide Right Chapter of the Year was also awarded to Alpha Nu under the leadership of Guide Right Director Brother Nicholaus Brown. Brother Thomas Sinclair III received the Founders’ Advisor of the Year Award. Brother Correggio Peagler recieving the 53rd Byron K. Armstrong Award Brother Brian Cheek and Alpharetta-Smyrna (GA) Alumni Chapter Recieving the Jay Crosby Award 07 / 19 The 2021-2023 Undergraduate Grand Chapter Officer July 2023
BOOKS, BROTHERHOOD, AND BUSINESS Throughout the week, The Fraternity exhibited many forms engagement through Political Action, Social Affairs, Achievement, Historical Appreciation, Corporate Sponsorship and Undergraduate Engagement through a plethora of programs. Programs like Lead Kappa Helped drive the initiatives of our Future Leaders taking charge. As we continue into the new Fraternal year under a new series of leadership on all levels our mission still stays strong as a chapter. By design we are on course with set leaders, programs, committees, and relationships that will continue the growth and excellence of our beloved chapters existence. Executing at all costs, quality in our numbers, and brotherhood is our bases of internal living. Brother Brent White III participated in this years Lead Kappa Program, which held plenty exposure to corporate engagement, service, and fellowship. COMMUNICATION, UNITY, TOGETHERNESS www.alphanu1933.com [email protected] 1601 East Market St, Greensboro, NC < Brother Dickerson's Family and their donation to the Kappa Foundation 2023 Lead Kappa Klass and Fraternity Leadership at Sunday Worship Service
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WHAT'S NEXT? Checking in with AN Spring '22 Brother Justin Brooks as he takes on life after Undergrad. Brother Justin Brooks is a Spring 2022 initiate into the Alpha Nu Chapter from LaFayette, Alabama and has a bachelor’s degree in general economics. He is now continuing his scholastic journey as a graduate student at George Washington University studying Sport Management while also working for Boeing Company as a Procurement Agent. When he completes his current studies, he is looking into a career within an NBA organization working in the front office or as a Sports Agent. From the Court to Corporate While in school at A&T, Justin played as a guard on the Men’s Basketball team. Although he was presented with multiple scholarships from other universities, seeing that A&T was the right fit he would walk on the team and soon show his quality’s of leadership and execution. “BE JOYFUL IN HOPE, PATIENT IN AFFLICTION, FAITHFUL IN PRAYER.” (ROMANS 12:12) -Scripture that Brother Brooks lives by Justin is now living in Arlington, VA, engaging in the culture of the DMV and continuing his casual interests. He enjoys being around family, traveling, watching sports, and is still staying active on the court. Brother Brooks is also looking into receiving his real estate license as an added skill to his professional arsenal. Brother Brooks in his undergrad days serving the Greensboro community >
See what the reigning Undergraduate National Chapter of the year has in store. Summer, 2023 PROGRAMMING AND ENGAGEMENT “As Polemarch of the Alpha Nu Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. I have made it my mission to dedicate my time this year to make the largest possible positive impact to not just the A&T Community but the greater Greensboro community. Coming into this year, the chapter realized that we were in a unique situation.” “Compared to all of the years since the ‘Return of the Beast’ in Spring 2018, the chapter this year has its lowest number of active members. However, we still are advancing the impact and legacy of this outstanding chapter. Therefore, the theme that we have devoted ourselves to this year is ‘Quality over Quantity.’” 11 / 19 Brother Polemarch Ellington King - Spr '22
Community Building Through Economic Empowerment Back to the Block: Community Wellness Event Kaptivating Young MindZ Reading Day ChecKs & BalANces Kommunity Kleanup Leadership TrAiNing Academy Kings and Queens Reading Day Strengthening Mindsets Program COMMUNICATION, UNITY, TOGETHERNESS “The activities we have chosen to participate in and host for this year, we have planned them thoroughly to ensure that we are maximizing our impact. I am extremely excited for this year because the detail and creativity that went into this year’s slate of programs and community service. I truly believe that what the 14 brothers who are left on the yard this Fall and the 9 in the Spring will accomplish will supersede any undergraduate chapter of any Divine 9 organization for this academic year.” “TO ASSIST IN THE AIMS AND PURPOSES OF COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.” CHAPTER PROGRAMMING: September, 2023 www.alphanu1933.com [email protected] 1601 East Market St, Greensboro, NC
“I am deeply honored to serve as the undergraduate board member for the Middle Eastern Province (MEP) for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Over the course of this fraternal year, I plan to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among our diverse group of members, fostering an environment where MEP leadership can carry out their established goals and objectives. I am committed to upholding the goals and ideals set forth by the MEP board, with a strong dedication to supporting the efforts of all undergraduate members. Together, we aim to fortify our fraternity by nurturing achievement in every field of human endeavor.” Brent White III Grand Board of Directors - Undergraduate “First off I just want to acknowledge everyone’s support in the campaign of ‘Team 35’ and the push for my advancement to be on the Grand Board. Currently the Undergraduate Grand Board has a bunch of initiatives lined up, specifically to bridge the gap between Alumni and Undergraduate Chapters. Currently, we are keeping the COTM initiative alive, giving UG’s a platform geared towards them to show their best work and compete for the betterment of achievement. Jimmy is in the works of additional rollouts coming soon and IHQ is currently taking further advancements in personel as well. Looking like a good start to a great run.” Nicholaus Brown Province Lt. Strategus “I am excited and honored to serve on the MEP Board this year as Lt. Strategus. Being an impactful voice for the Undergraduate chapters across the province is very important in making sure our presence is still felt and our input is implemented. I also am looking forward to traveling and meeting good brothers as well as learning from members who have served on the board for some time.” Evan Bracy Province Board of Directors - Undergraduate ALPHA NU FRATERNITY LEADERS Alpha Nu Undergraduates Summer 2023 13 / 19
THE LEADERSHIP OF THE ALPHA NU ALUMNI NETWORK Arthur Claiborne President Devon Woods Vice President Darren Rippy Secretary Christopher Vanderhall Treasurer Jonathan Jeremie Parliamentarian Rico Beans Board Member - Alumni Antonio Rivers Board Member - Alumni Ellington King Board Member - Undergraduate Polemarch
Ellington King Polemarch Tylen McGee Vice Polemarch Aaron McDonald Keeper of Records Anthony Walters Keeper of Exchequer Chase Thompson Strategus Aaron Harris Lt. Strategus Brent White Historian Keith Jones Reporter Olisaemeka “OJ” Udemadu Board Member Nicholaus Brown Board Member Jordan Tate Board Member John Kemp Asst. Keeper of Records Evan Bracy Asst. Keeper of Exchequer CHAPTER LEADERSHIP OF THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T STATE UNIVERSITY CHAPTER THE ALPHA NU OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED 15 / 19
CHAPTER ADVISORS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA A&T STATE UNIVERSITY CHAPTER THE ALPHA NU OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED Thomas Sinclair, III Head Advisor Reggie Perkins Advisor Keith Harris Advisor Phil Mark Advisor Jessie Rice Advisor June Lea Advisor Johnathan Shannon Advisor Maximillian Norwood Advisor Xavier Carrington Advisor Kory Bennet Advisor
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Dates of importANce Kaptivating Young MindZ Reading Day - 10/4 ChecKs & BalANces: Financial Literacy - 10/5 Kommunity Kleanup: 10/7 Leadership TrAiNing Academy Kings & Queens Reading Day - 11/6 Strengthening Mindsets Program - 11/28 10/ 11 at 7:00 PM EST - (Bi-Weekly Every Wednesday) CHAPTER PROGRAMMING CHAPTER MEETINGS Events 2 0 2 3 Full Body Meeting TBA Dues Renewal - 10/1 MEP CRWLC - 11/10-11 at UNC Pembroke Fall Convocation - 11/2 GHOE - 11/4 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony - 12/16 ANAN ACROSS KAPPA AYANTEE
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