February 25, 2023
The Epsilon Rho Lambda Chapter (All American Alphas) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. conducted their Mid-Year Retreat at the Hope Mills Library on February 25th, 2023. The All-American Alphas put in "the work of Alpha" to continue their efforts to serve the community and be uplifting to all.
Led by Epsilon Rho Lambda Chapter Executive Officers, Bro. Paul Salmon -President,
Bro. Yusef Roberson (Vice President), Bro. Kevin Henderson (Recording Secretary), Bro. Andre Battiste (Historian), Bro. Stacy Barnett (Recording Secretary), Bro. Philip Marks (Treasurer), Bro. Olin Newsome (Financial Secretary), Bro. Maximilliano McMillan (Chaplain), Bro. Paul Brown (Area II Director); the Epsilon Rho Lambda Chapter discussed fundraiser events for 2023, participating in and promoting the Fraternity's National Programs like A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, Brothers Keeper, and local service initiatives like the A2Z Race for March of Dimes which promotes health equity for all moms and babies. A very spirited and worthwhile discussion also occurred on reclamation and retention of our good brothers as well as the intake process for the chapter.
Chapter President Bro. Paul Salmon said this was an "outstanding session with the Brothers of AΦA. We continue to support the National Programs that will impact the Fayetteville community. Some of these initiatives include the Gear Up program, LEAD, and feeding the homeless at the Salvation Army. We also look forward to exploring fundraising efforts with our first Annual Bowling Tournament. Finally, we look forward to closing out the school year with our Cotillion for our young gentlemen..."
Outstanding write up Bro. Woods!!