AMessage From
The President
Two years ago, you elected anew leadership team that articulated a clear vision and path for Mu Lambda Chapter and the Alpha presence in Washington D.C. Four major themes were promoted: (1) Membership Reclamation; (2) HA Callis Fund; (3) Community Service; and (4) Chapter Facility. During the May meeting, you ^vill have the to elect ivlu LaiD.bda
Telephone Info Line Set Up
Discussioim Set On Amendments to Chapter Consittutknm
The Executive Board unanimously agreed to present three Constitutional amendments to Mu Lambda chapter for discussion in May and vote in June. Therefore, notice is hereby given:
(l)Extend the Executive Board membership by three members to include (1) the immediate Past President, (2) the Intake Class President, and (3) an At-Large member.
Xiiojiiediatie Pretai.
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Let us review these themes:
Membership Reclamation- Under the leadership of Sam Thornton, the Membership Committee has posted at least a 30% increase in membership. In 1992, our membership, as estimated by the General Organization was approximately 117; in 1994, we are close to the 150 mark. What is amazing, given the acceleration of Omega services, however, is that this Administration successfully brought anew generation of Alphas into leadership. When you attend the monthly meetings, average attendance is between 85 -100 mem¬ bers. What was once stereotyped as old chapter is now being touted
Reclamation
See Message, page 2
Mu Lambda has installed achapter hotline/informationaJ telephone mimber on aeyperimental basiS 'ri dissimenate information to chapter members at any time. 'Ihe number is (703) 764-2223. directory number that will provide information
Class President are unable to serve, at-large members would be elected to those two slots during the annual May election.
In cases where the opportunity officers who will carry out these themes or make revisions, where necessary, and continue to move Mu Lambda forward.
(1) Chapter on
Membership and Information; (2) Monthly Chapter Meetings and Agenda; (3) Committee meetings, locations, and possible directions; (4) Omega Notices, (5) Executive Board Meetings and locutions; and (6) Community Service Committee Announcements and resources.
The Executive Board agreed to develop this communication concept to determine if the Mu Lambda membership would have better to basic chapter information. The number is 24 hours and accepts multiple calls. It will be updated weekly or as needed. The number should be operational by the May monthly meeting.
(2) Limit the number of Mu Lambda Corixiration Boards amem¬ ber may seiwe as aDirector to two .
(3) Create the elected position of Mu Lambda Archivist,and who will keep and preserve the archives and records of Mu Lambda chapter, and be distinct from the role of Historian.
of the Mu Lambda Copies Constitution will be made available at the May monthly meeting. In addition, the amendments and the affected sections of the Constitution will be highlighted to the member¬ ship. After discussion in May and June, the chapter will vote on the amendments at the June meeting.
Proposed Meetiimg Agenda
May 5,1994
7:30-9-^ PM
LCall-to Order
n. Fraternal Prayer
nL Acceptance of Agenda
IV. Reading of Minutes
V. Reading of Correspondence
VL President sRemarks -Sick &Distress
Vn, Nominations Committee Report -Thomas Brackeen
-Elections Conunittee
Preliminary Report
-Polls Open
Treasiirer
VOL Of fi cer Reports
-Beta -Omicron Omicron
-Financial Secretary- (eJ. -Treasurer
XL Eastern R^on Convention Report -Melvin White
X. Committee Reports
-Program-Annual Spring Dance (Andre WeUs) -Community Service—Bone Marrow Drive (James Greer)
-Leadership Development Institute (Morris Hawkins) -Constitution CommitteeMelvin White
XI. Elections Committee Report
YTT. Recc^nitionofMsitors/For the Goo«l of the Order
Message, from page 1 as achapter that is well-rounded with adiverse multi“generational setting. This is what Alpha is all about! We learn from each other by taking the positive experiences of the most Seasoned Alphas and using them to transform and develop new and innova¬ tive programs. Thus, we have been very successful in our reclama¬ tion process.
Other efforts in reclamation have seen the production of abrochure outlining the chapter sprograms, officers, and contact numbers.
Most recently, the chapter has installed aChapter Hotline tele¬ phone number- (703) 764-2223. [See related story.] These efforts are made in response to your comments and suggestions that TTifllcA membership in Mu Lambda easier and convenient. Bro. Lance Thompson will revitalize our monthly Happy Hours, and we will look forward to aSocial Committee that will program activities for our mutual benefit and pleasure.
HA Callis Fund- The Fimd has been our major vehicle for schol¬ arship contributions. As reported last month, the Fund has recent¬ ly elected anew President, and we are expecting greater things. There has been this misconception that our Spring Dance would
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Conmuinity Service- We have an extensive Community Service agen¬ da, thanks to our Committee Chairman Bro. James Greer.
Recently, the Trailblazers met Associate Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. In addition, we sponsored astudent to camp in Mississippi, where he was exposed to avery positive environment teaching educational and self-initia¬ tive skills for survival. Iimderstand he is achanged young man and back on track in our public school ^stem. We have participated in the Christmas in April, and are spear¬ heading aBone Marrow Donor Campaign.
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In addition to the Committee swork, approved the creation of a Foimdation, which Ioutlined in the April issu«: liiat will one da^ be a major communify service organiza¬ tion in this community.
Bro. Derrick Cogbiu*!! was selected as part of the Howard University delegation to observe the elections in South Africa, April 28-30 Congratulations to Bro. Sam Thornton and his wife Cynthia on their second anniversary. ... Kudos to Bro. Eluen Hoston who is recu-
The Galleria is aluxurious special events facility located in the heart of Washington sbusiness district. Tickets and table reservation infor> mation can be obtained by contact¬ ing Bro. Curtis Hunigan (202) 4844944. Other questions concerning the event should be directed to Bro. Andre Wells, (301) 630-8031.
Table diagrams will be available for review at the chapter meeting on Thursday, May 5, 1994. perating and back at the monthly meetings. ...Bro. Melvin White, was recently on 'IV discussing the parole-release of Terrence Johnson. Mu Liunbda has sent a letter in support of Mr. Johnson’s release. ... Bro. Ron Allen is now House Postal Elections Committee Reports Results the working Subcommittee Operations and Services.... on
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Beta-Mu Lambda Corporation-
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The following Brothers were elected during balloting at the April chapter meeting: Brothers, Ladies Ready for Annual Spring Dance major fimd raiser for scholarships. As many of you serve as a know, however, these dances are usually not amajor fund raiser activity. In that light, our 1995 Dance event will be the 1st Annual Alpha Be^^utillion, which should provide necessary funds for f«holarsbip ai:<i community service activities. In addition, we will con¬ tinue to host the Evening of Classics, program, which will also bring in contributions. What is most important, however, is that must realize that serious scholarship giving means aserious
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Let 8face the facts, Brothers should feel compelled to develop the endowmert of the HA Csdlis Fund of at least $100,000, through either cash or similar donations, or estate giving. Dances, dinners, souvenir books, et. al. are fun and derive revenue; however, the membership may have to think more globally and yes, fanatically, about, contributing to the Fimd outright. This should be voluntary your heart dictates. Another prominent chapter in the Eastern Region has developed the 100 Club which is comprised of those Alpha members who donate $100 to the scholarship fund each year.
Chapter Facility- At our most recent annual Beta-Mu Lambda Corporation meeting, Ithink your were made loud and clear:
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Brothers of Mu Lambda, their ladies and guests are eagerly looking for¬ ward to the chapter sonnunl Spring Dance on Friday, May 20 at the Galleria-Lafayette Centre, 1155 21st Street NW, in the District.
Nominations Committee- Thomas Brackeen, Paul Hoggard, John R.Johnson, Wayland McClellan, Morris Hawkins, Julius Brice, and Louis Ford.
facility! Of the four major themes, have failed in achieving this goal. In the next year, we will come to aconsensus and resolve this issue. It will be an agenda item at each one of our monthly chapter meetings, as the chapter takes a leadership role, along with the Corporation Board, to develop and promote facility proposals.
In addition to the fi ne food, music and comraderie that has always been special at the gala black tie affair, the evening v/iil feature a short special program in recognition of the Henry A. Callis Scholarship Fund and Bro. Fred Laney who spearheaded the effort for the past 12 years. Laney is the Immediate Past President of the fi md.
we Eastern Region DelegatesBrice, Melvin White, Louis T. Harding, Morris Hawkins, Sam Thornton, C.C. Jones, and John Roper. Julius as
and elect members to the HA Callis Board. Ilook forward to your participation and commit¬ ment.
Included in the $65 per person cost to attend is parking and an open bar cocktail hour with astring quartet. Dinner will be catered by Georgia Peach and guests will dine to the strains of live music.
In May, the chapter will ballot on the HA CAllis Fund, for four (4) Board members with terms expiring in 1997 and the 1994-95 Executive Board Of fi cers and Members.
William Thomas, Wayne Williams, Wayland McClellan, Fred Laney, Melvin White, James Greer, and Ron Allen.
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