Viral videos of fraternity and sorority members partying and getting drunk off of beer might be the first images of Greek Life that pop into your mind, but that’s only a stereotype. There are nine historically black Greek letter organizations across the country that present an entirely different image of Greek life. Focusing on their multiple involvement on campus, National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) members are proactive in the community and on USCA’s campus. Kendall Frazier is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated and president of NAACP at USC Aiken. Frazier is from Allendale, South Carolina. At USCA Frazier is working towards a degree in business; his career goal is to be lead accountant at a “big time” law firm. He is currently …show more content…
It was this position that presented Frazier with a lesson to help him with his current position as president of NAACP. “Authority can be delegated, but not responsibility,” this is the lesson Frazier explains has helped him with his current position. Frazier has learned this valuable lesson after chairing many events and presiding over meetings. Advisors would hand out harsh lessons in being a better facilitator by giving constructive criticism. Frazier has recognized that his leadership skills have changed. Frazier notes he has become more mature over the years. He states that he has “learned to be organized constructively, and to execute with a greater range of knowledge, perception, and foresight in everything he did.” Frazier describes his role in both organizations as being committed to the community service efforts in hopes the Light of Kappa is shined. Frazier is not involved in any another student organizations here at USCA, but is seen as a student leader. His efforts with the NAACP consumes most of his time, which Frazier enjoys focusing on the task at …show more content…
Fowler explains his experiences with Frazier as memorable and fun stating “he (Frazier) is not a confrontational person, but an easygoing dude, always wanting to help people.” Fowler’s also mentions his best memories with Frazier are when Frazier took him under his wing and mentored him when he was a freshman. Kenneth James, Frazier’s fraternity brother, describes him as “a funny dude with a lot of ideas.” James laughed when I asked about his experiences with Frazier, stating “they are the most interesting, funny, memories I possess.” A great student leader, president of the NAACP, and a member of Kappa Alpha Psi, Kendall Frazier is a hard worker who is focused on his goals. He is seen as a fun, determined, ambitious individual, who knows what he wants in life. He has plans set to how to go about getting what he wants. Frazier leaves interesting, funny, lasting memories with his fraternity brothers, and good lasting experiences with others. Frazier believes his organization is committed to the community, in service efforts in Aiken, with the hopes the Light of Kappa will shine and the men of Kappa Alpha Psi will uplift the Aiken
By allowing himself to be open to others, he is able to being an icon of this organization to those in need. While he stood out in many events, one that clearly illustrates his kindness was during a Headliners event, where he was not even a member, but he stepped up in their time of need when they were short of volunteers, and with a smile, he picked up supplies, and stayed for the whole event until tear down. This goodwill shows the investment he has in helping others and shows the love in what he calls “home:” Campus Events and Entertainment.
“In actuality, I would venture that Bob has really been most successful in taking on challenges that others wouldn’t and turning them into a success. I think the same can be said for his time as national president of Phi Mu Delta. He didn’t shy away from the problems the fraternity was facing, he dove right in and made it a success.”
Samuel Kavon Coleman has shown in our various encounters over the past 2 months that he possess the positive characteristics and the moral reputation desired to become a potential member of this Fraternity. He has shown a great deal consistently when it comes to getting tasks done quickly and efficiently. This young man has purpose and reason behind everything that he does and hopes to do with his life. Samuel’s qualities that he strives for daily includes loyalty, integrity, and growth. He is a perceptive, sharp and quick individual whose drive for success and passion for what he does will carry him far in life.
Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Incorporated purpose is to be of service to all mankind dealing with critical issues in communities domestically and internationally. What I have grown to understand an envision a woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated to be, I accredit largely to the ladies of the Gamma Theta chapter. This has the result of attending many of the chapter’s events during my time at Hampton thus far. One of my favorite events was a screening of a documentary Girls Rising. I learned to appreciate every opportunity to learn and gain knowledge because in some parts of the world girls are restricted from receiving an education. A
She has a heart to see her students succeed, whether they be officers, members, or even students who are not a part of Phi Theta Kappa. She not only encouraged growth and leadership from the officers, but she expected it from members as well. When we planned our ice cream social for awareness week, Professor K acted as a liaison to guide and direct our officers and contributing members to the right person to make our event successful. She attended the event herself, and took note of the members who were participating. She participated in reaching out to students who were walking, encouraging them to join Phi Theta Kappa. Many of these students were hesitant to join because of the academic vigor it takes to join and maintain membership; however, Professor K simply told them to reach out to the members. She gave them confidence in the support of our organization, by assuring them that every member of Phi Theta Kappa looks to help each other succeed. As a result of her encouraging words, these students because excited to join Phi Theta Kappa because they realized it would be an organization that works to benefit and grow
“It took me about two years to fully understand what fraternity life is really about and how we can positively impact our communities when we come together in brotherhood.”
Standing in the basement of the Pi Tau house, Booker cast a furtive eye at the other pledges. Apart from Tom and himself, there were five other candidates. Four of the young men looked like they belonged there, they were the poster children of any American fraternity; good looking, athletic, and judging by their attire, wealthy. However, the fifth candidate’s demeanor was the polar opposite of his fellow pledges. Small in stature, he wore large horn-rimmed glasses that magnified his eyes to twice their natural size, giving him the appearance of a startled deer caught in a car’s headlights. He had the unfortunate name of Harold Horshack, and with his narrow, stooped shoulders, and pale, skinny arms flecked with freckles, he was a common
Year One: Year one is critical to creating a chapter with long-term sustainability at Illinois State. During this time, we are building and developing the chapter by focusing on a strong sisterhood and its connection to the ISU campus and the Bloomington-Normal community. To do so, the New Chapter Support Team will work with the newly elected chapter officers to plan sisterhood events that promote unity and friendship. In addition to creating lasting bonds among members, the chapter will begin creating partnerships on campus and in the community. Kappa proposes the implementation of Panhellenic mentors. Panhellenic leaders would serve
It is always a pleasure to travel in lieu of God, his grace, and the Black College Fund. After four years, I still find new ways to love the Black College Fund ever more. I could never thank Dr. Hopson and Mrs. Crystal enough for extending the opportunity to network, share God’s love and the miraculous work of the Black College Fund in the lives of students across the world. This year was yet another year of awesomeness.
One major event I was excited to attend with the Phi Theta Kappa was a volunteer trip to Marklund, an organization that provides services to people with developmental disabilities. I was inspired to participate in this event because I enjoy be able to touch other people’s lives and make a personal connection with them. I believe this would have been a good learning experience for me. However, because of my academic class schedule, I was not able to join my team members. Being a member of the Phi Theta Kappa organization and its service opportunities allows me to engage with other notable leaders willing to impact and make a difference in the community. While my schedule is comprised of studying , attending classes and hosting events for Womyn
FAMILY: I see HFU as a large family of students, faculty, staff, and alumni. As a faculty member in Communication, I care for the growth and wellbeing of my students by dutifully fulfilling my roles in teaching, advising and mentoring. I also try to help members of this diverse family get informed about the work done by each other. I manage and edit blogs on faculty scholarship, supervise student newspaper reports of staff profiles, invite staff to speak in my classes, and I facilitate student participation in campus fundraising events and alumni reunion. I also encourage my students to build connections with HFU graduates. I help students succeed in their scholarly efforts and in their roles as club leaders, through my work as SEPCHE presentation mentor and student
San involvement throughout campus is remarkable. In fall 2015, he was inducted in Phi Theta Kappa, and after the induction ceremony he started coming to almost every weekly meeting. Phi Theta Kappa is well known for its four hallmarks with successful students, service, fellowship, scholarship and leadership. San excels in every one of these pillars.
My definition of success is to wake up each morning happy with the person I am. Even though at the moment I am a work in progress, I feel a high level of success knowing that I am working towards the accomplishment of a lifelong dream. My goal is to graduate from Middlesex Community College with honors and then proceed to obtain my bachelor’s degree at another institution. My hard work and dedication this past year was acknowledged with an invitation to join Phi Theta Kappa. The world’s largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students, Phi Theta Kappa was founded in 1918 at Stephens College. The Middlesex Community College Chapter Alpha Delta Omicron inducts members each semester and is under the guidance of Steven Rossi of the Leadership Program and David Kalivas, Ph.D. Dean of the History Department.
A requirement for leadership and strategic ability began early for me. As Commanding Officer of a Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, I was in charge of organizing over 1,000 annual community service hours and oversaw a group of 120 high school students. With a former Parris Island Drill Instructor in charge of the program, I was not only expected to define the program’s success, but was also held accountable whenever that success did not come to fruition. Throughout this experience, I refined what it meant to lead others and acquired tools for doing so. The natural progression in my personal strategy was to become a career United States Marine Corps Officer, retire from the military, and volunteer for youth organizations.
I have always admired his sportsmanship and his volunteering spirit and also witnessed his participation changing into leadership practices. I still remember when I randomly asked him about why he volunteers in almost every program in the college, and his answer left me with more questions about the way he presented himself at that moment. He said, ‘ I, working as a volunteer not just help the program run smoothly but I am on a mission to help other volunteer get inspired,