THE SPHINX

THE NEWSLETTER
SEPTEMBER 9, 2013 VOL II ISSUE II

Greetings
Greetings to all, from the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. We are very excited to begin a new year here at Miami University. The Sphinx is a magazine that will help keep you updated on our involvement in the community and will be issued monthly.

Meet the Brothers

This being the first issue of this school year, we would like to take the time to introduce all of our brothers of the current chapter. We would like for the community to get to know us better individually by providing some basic information about our future endeavors and us in general.

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Brother of the Month

Each month we will highlight one of our extraordinary brothers who has gone above and beyond to exemplify the aims of our beloved fraternity.

Our Mission
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Our Beloved Jewels

Henry Arthur Callis Charles Henry Chapman Eugene Kinckle Jones George Biddle Kelly Nathaniel Allison Murray Robert Harold Ogle Vertner Woodson Tandy

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

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Meet the Chapter Brother Calvin Davis

Fraternal History
Since its founding on December 4, 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has supplied voice and vision to the struggle of African-Americans and people of color around the world. Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African-Americans, was founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York by seven college men who recognized the need for a strong bond of Brotherhood among African descendants in this country. The visionary founders are known as the Jewels of the Fraternity. The Fraternity initially served as a study and support group for minority students who faced racial prejudice, both educationally and socially, at Cornell. The Jewel founders and early leaders of the Fraternity succeeded in laying a firm foundation for Alpha Phi Alphas principles of scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of humanity. Alpha Phi Alpha chapters were developed at other colleges and universities; many of them historically black institutions, soon after the founding at Cornell. While continuing to stress academic excellence among its members, Alpha also recognized the need to help correct the educational, economic, political, and social injustices faced by African-Americans. We, the members of this chapter, in order to form a more perfect union among college men; to aid in and insist upon personal progress of its members; to further brotherly love and a fraternal spirit within the organization; to discountenance evil; to destroy all prejudices; to preserve the sanctity of home, the personification of virtue and the chastity of women, do hereby enact and establish the constitution for the government of its members. Nine extraordinary Men founded the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated Monday, March 9, 1953 on the Campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Charles Clay, Charles Lewis, Charles Graham Donald Hunter, Julian Hunter, Thomas Jones Leroy Peterson, Mervin Stinson, Colonel William Hargraves II These men founded the FIRST black organization on the campus of Miami University (OH). In fact, the Delta Upsilon Chapter predates all other fraternities, sororities, or black organizations by 20 years.

Calvin Davis is a senior Marketing major from Middletown, Ohio. He is currently president of the Delta Upsilon chapter. After graduation, he plans on entering the workforce in the field(s) of market research, sales, advertising or consulting.

Brother Tariq Mohammed

Majoring in History and Minoring in Middle Eastern Studies, Tariq Mohammed is a 21 year old Senior at Miami University from Cleveland, OH. O n campus, w hen hes not participating in fraternal activities or academics, you will find him editing resumes for career services or serving as a Justice for Student Court. In the near future he plans on attending Law school, but is also interested in non-profit work such as Teach for America or the Legislative Fellowship Program for the Government.

Brother Christian (Codi) Staples

Christian (Codi) Staples is 22 year-old senior from Cincinnati, Ohio majoring in General Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently the Chaplain, Webmaster, and Editor of the Sphinx for the Delta Upsilon Chapter of our dear fraternity. In addition to his involvement in Alpha and course load, he has an internship with the Windows in advertising. In his time outside of the classroom, he also works for Williams Engineering Company as a machinist and does free lance flyer as well as website design. After graduation he plans to work with an engineering company he has been interning with for 2 years now.

Brother Andre Price

Andre (Dray) Price is a senior from Cleveland, Ohio double majoring in sports studies and journalism. Andres involvement outside of the classroom is exemplary to say the least. He works as a Career Assistant for career services, has an internship with The Odyssey and also participates in other extracurricular activities. He is the Vice President of the Delta Upsilon Chapter of our fraternity and plays a very instrumental role in the leadership and development of our fraternity. After graduations he plans on pursuing a job within his field of study. 2

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Brother Dominique Young

Dominique JaVon Young is a junior at Miami University majoring in middle childhood education w ith concentrations in language arts and social studies. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio and moved to Columbus Ohio when he was 7 years old. He w as initiated into the Delta Upsilon chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. his freshman year in Spring 2012. After graduation, he plans on attending graduate school for administration and educational leadership to one day become a principal.

Chapter History
The day was Monday, March 9, 1953, the temperature 7 degrees below zero. On this day, nine great men chartered the FIRST African American Student Organization & Fraternity at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. During a time of segregation that involved great racial and social discrimination these dedicated individuals made history. The 306th house of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was established and the Delta Upsilon Chapter came into existence. Charles Clay, Charles Lewis, Charles Graham, Donald Hunt, Julian Hunter, Thomas Jones Leroy Peterson, Mervin Stinson, and Colonel William Hargraves II are the charter members of a chapter that predates all other fraternities, sororities, or black organizations at Miami University by 20 years. At Miami University William F. Hargraves class of 1954, was a member of Sigma Pi Sigma the physics honor society as well as Phi Beta Kappa, and Omicron Delta Kappa honor societies. In addition, William F. Hargraves served as a member on the Student-Faculty Council, AFROTC member, apart of the Marching Band, and while doing all this graduated cum laude with honors in mathematics. He graduated with a Masters from Miami going on to serve the country in the Air force fighting in Vietnam continuing his service with the strong values of love and honor. William F. Hargraves is the only current living charter member. Other influential members of the chapters include Mervin Stinson and Joseph L. Cox III. Mervin Stinson has been described as an ambitious individual from Cleveland, Oh that motivated others to be successful by being a hard working student. Joseph L. Cox III attended Miami University on a full scholarship taking up Art. At Miami University Cox was a part of the basketball team and Mens Glee Club. From the Queen city, Cincinnati, Ohio he entered the U.S. Army upon graduating in 1961 with a bachelors in fine arts. He also was a professor at Miami University in emeritus providing 36 years to the Oxford community. Joseph L. Cox III played an integral part in the development and growth of the chapter, establishing a permanent house on campus. Since the charter date, The Delta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. at Miami University has successful carried out the AIMS, Mission Statement, and Motto of the fraternity for 60 years. A chapter that prides itself on service, our biggest events year round aside for the national programs are the Black & Gold Scholarship Pageant, Black & Gold Ball, and Bro. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March. This wonderful chapter has seen lines of up to 15 people and a chapter as big as 20 members coming from various different backgrounds. The history of the Delta Upsilon Chapter is a great one that continues to grow every day.

Brother David Moore

David Moore is a senior from Akron, OH and is majoring in American Studies and Urban and Regional Planning with a minor in Political Science. He currently serves as the Director of Fraternal Activities for the Delta Upsilon chapter o f Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. After graduation, David plans on attending graduate school for Public Policy o r Urban Planning with the hopes of becoming a city manager one day.

Brother Brandon Wilkins

Brandon Wilkins was born January 18, 1991 by Leslie Wilkins Jr. and Janice Josey. He is a native resident of Cincinnati, Ohio and an only child. Brandon is a twenty- two year old fifth year senior at Miami University that is majoring in Psychology During college, he always had an interest in Alpha Phi Alpha, but decided to w ait until his junior year to become a Brother of this distinguished Fraternity. Currently, he is the Secretary and Director of Education Activities for the Delta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. He is also a general member of Gentlemen of Distinguished Character and the NAACP.

Brother William D. Felder Jr.

William D. Felder Jr. is from Cleveland, OH and has a younger sister W hitney who also attends Miami University. He is a member of Miami Mens Basketball team. He transferred to Miami in 2011 as a sophomore, from Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA. He majors in Sports Studies, and will be graduating this May as a 5 th year senior. W hen he graduates he plans on playing basketball professionally. Following his basketball career he aspires to become a college coach in a d ivision one mens basketball program.

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New Website
We would like to share with you are newest website that holds a lot of information about our fraternity. Not only is there information about our fraternity but our chapter specifically. On this website you will find some pretty cool features to help us better serve you. Some of the new features on our website include: A blog version of the Sphinx Will be used to keep you informed on events and current information about the chapter. All of our latest events from social to community service. RSVP Form for Events Will be able to go directly to Schools webpage. Direct link to career services Forums for discussion about relative issues. Polls\Survey for feedback about our service to the community. Electronic suggestion box for feedback. Contact Form to reach us

BROTHER OF THE MONTH

Calvin Davis is currently a senior here at Miami University. He is studying m arketing and plans on entering the workforce after graduation. He has interests in sales, advertising, market research & consulting and would prefer a job opportunity in one of those fields. He was initiated into the fraternity on April 3 , 2011 (Deuce/Rock/Tail of The Talented Two), which makes him currently the oldest (in terms of time in NPHC) Greek on the yard. He is currently president of the Delta Upsilon Chapter in which is both a blessing and a challenge. As president, he is responsible for overseeing all chapter operations and often makes the final decision with help from the current chapter. He has also served as Treasurer and Secretary during his time involved with the fraternity and the Delta Upsilon chapter. He has w on the Belford V. Lawson Oratorical contest for the District of Ohio as well during his time in Alpha.
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Calvin isnt just involved in Alpha however, he has served in the following positions during his time here at Miami University: NPHC President, NPHC Secretary, Student Orientation Undergraduate Leader (SOUL), Associated Student Government (ASG) Student Senator, Member of ASGs Funding Committee (who is the body that legislates funding for student organizations.), ASG Student B ody Presidential Candidate, Community Council President, ACROPOLIS (Miamis Annual retreat for newly initiated members of Greek Organizations), Black Presidents Caucus, and many more that we didnt have room to write out.

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Upcoming Events
The Pageant Informational will be held this Thursday September 12, 2013 Ladies come out to learn more about our infamous Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant. DEFINITELY SOMETHING YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS! Support NPHC Week!! Come out to learn more about historically black Greek organizations on Miami Universitys campus.

The 2013 Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant

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