Kappa 101

Do you think that you have what it takes to rise to a higher standard of achievement? Are you willing to defer your personal desires for a greater purpose?

Kappa Alpha Psi is interested in men who have:

• the disposition to live in close companionship with men of similar values,
• the wisdom to abide by the will of the majority without sacrificing individuality,
• the discretion to refrain from destructive criticism while seeking to remove the causes of such criticism,
• the acceptance of responsibility for any effort that moves the group forward,
• the desire to strive for, and ultimately achieve, excellence in everything they do,
• the commitment to train for leadership, and
• the resolution to give lifelong financial support and commitment to the maintenance and development of the Fraternity's programs and purposes.

If this sounds like something you may be interested in or if you would like to learn more, plan to attend the Sacramento Alumni Chapter's informational meeting:

Wednesday, January 9, 2008
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Sacramento County Primary Care Facility
4600 Broadway, Sacramento, CA
2nd Floor Conference Room

Business attire is mandatory. For additional details, contact Membership Intake Chairman BJ Snowden at snowden76@gmail.com.

Make your Christmas Krimson & Kreme!

Yo-Yo-Yo, Merry Christmas!

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or just want a chance to have a good time for the holidays, the fourth annual Krimson and Kreme Christmas Party and Toy Drive is going to be the place to be!

All brothers and their guests are welcome to attend. Each person is asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy (valued around $10) or $10 so that we can purchase additional toys. All collections will be contributed to Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Greater Sacramento.

All food and beverages will be provided courtesy of Sacramento Alumni chapter, so just bring your donation and your party attitude!

• Date: Saturday, December 15th
• Time: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
• Place: Brother Greer's home
  6241 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA

For more information, contact Brother Mark Havener
at (916) 716-9769.

Sacramento Nupes Celebrate Iota Beta's 30th

On November 17th, 2007, brothers joined together to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the chartering of the Iota Beta of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at California State University, Sacramento.

Brothers traveled from the Bay Area, Southern California, Texas, and Delaware to celebrate three decades of honorable achievement at Sac State. All told, 18 Iota Beta pledge lines were joined by brothers from Sacramento Alumni, Roseville Alumni, and Mu Omega.

Rather than having a traditional keynote speaker, brothers from each of IB's decades spoke on behalf of their respective decades. Perrish Geary represented the latest generation; Montie Rattler spoke about the middle generation; and Heyman Matlock discussed the chapter's early years. In a true act of fraternity, Brother Matlock paid homage to Richard Harris, the brother whose vision made Sacramento Alumni (1974) and Iota Beta (1977) a reality.

During the evening's awards program, Brothers Matlock (1976) and Forrest Williams Jr. (1991) were recognized for the distinction serving as presidents of Associated Students Inc. (ASI) while at Sac State, while Larry Lewis (1989) was acknowledged for his extraordinary service to Iota Beta.

To cap off the event, Iota Beta presented a check to the Sacramento Achievement Foundation for the establishment of a building fund. It is the chapters' hope that all brothers in the greater Sacramento area will support this fund so that, in the near future, we can have a place to call "home".

For event photos, visit http://picasaweb.google.com/ibnupes.

Sacramento-Area Kappas Fight Hunger

As the holiday season approaches, we are reminded of all that we should be thankful for.

To put those sentiments into action, members of Kappa Alpha Psi will join together at Sac State on November 22nd to participate in the Sacramento Food Bank's 14th Annual Run to Feed the Hungry, one of many national "turkey trot" fundraisers held on Thanksgiving morning. Based in the Oak Park neighborhood, the Sacramento Food Bank provides a variety of services for people in need.

Don't be fooled by the term "run" (or even "trot"). With a few exceptions, most of the roughly 15,000 participants treat the event as an opportunity to take a leisurely walk through the beautiful neighborhood of East Sacramento.

Kappas, friends, and family are encouraged to join us as we make room for turkey & stuffing by starting the day off with a 5K (3.1 mile) walk. Registration is just $30 and includes a souvenir t-shirt (ignore the more expensive "team member" options; they are for corporate team packages).

Too busy basting the bird to get out of the house that morning? Not a problem. Folks can participate in several other ways, including:

• register as a "virtual runner" (includes a souvenir t-shirt), or
• make a tax-deductible donation on behalf of the Kappa team (any contribution helps; all proceeds benefit Sacramento Food Bank Services)

Join us in helping Kappa Alpha Psi brighten the lives of those in need!

Keeping our Commitment in 2007/2008

October marks the beginning of Kappa Alpha Psi's fraternal year.

Sac Alumni has planned some exciting things for the 2007/2008 year, including:

• establishment of a college scholarship
• raise funds to benefit the Sacramento Food Bank
• conduct a Christmas toy drive
• celebrate Founders' Day & Sac Alumni's charter day
• host monthly lunches and socials for brothers
• support undergraduate events, including
  Iota Beta's 30th anniversary celebration

Additionally, Sac Alumni will continue to support local events and organizations, such as the 100 Black Men's Northern California African-American Young Males Conference.

To accomplish these things, Kappa needs the participation of all. In the words of our 31st Grand Polemarch, Dwayne M. Murray, "we will know the measure of our achievements when our work meets the intersection of our promises."

The chapter has adopted a calendar and a fiscally responsible budget to get 2007/2008 off to a good start. Brothers' contributions of time, effort and finance will help to ensure that Kappa is what we say it is. Join us in helping to keep Kappa's Commitment!

A New Black Theatre Company in Sacramento...with a Kappa Connection

Kendra Lewis, Brother Julius Lewis' better half, recently began a new African-American theater company called Voices of California for Diversity, Arts & Culture. Prior to founding Voices of California, Silhouette Lewis, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., oversaw the Sacramento Theater Company as Managing Director.

Voices of California has an exciting schedule planned. This month the company will present Emergence-See!, a one-man show that has received widespread praise throughout the country. Emergence-See! will run on September 19th and 20th at the Benvenuti Performing Arts Center in Natomas.

Over the next few months, Voices of California will produce several more shows. In October, it will show Nat King Cole & Me--a musical about a young Bakersfield boy who, in absence of his father, turns to music as an escape. The show premiered in Denver last year to great reviews. Brother Lloyd "Corn" Porter, a 1992 Upsilon initiate, plays a role in the play.

October also brings Hallelujah City, a new musical by the people who brought Evangelize!, and the Martin Luther King Project's production of And the Dream Goes On to Sacramento last year.

February production includes a drama called The Bluest Eye, based on a Toni Morrison novel.

For more information about Voices of California's schedule, contact Kendra Lewis at (916) 479-9151. Brother Lewis serves as a member of the company's Board of Directors and can be reached at nupecop2001@yahoo.com.

Are You Ready for Some Football?

Once per month, Sac Alumni will hold a "Sunday Night Football" social. The schedule is as follows:

• September 16 - SD @ NE, Brother Davis' home
• October 14 - NO @ SEA, Brother Grey's home
• November 11 - IND @ SD, Brother Greer's home
• December 9 - IND @ BAL (or flex game), Brother Havener's home
• January - playoff game & location TBD

Each event will begin at 5:00 PM.

For details or if you are interested in hosting an event, contact the chapter at kapsi.sacalumni@gmail.com.

Kappa Golf Association's Junior Golf Guide Right Program featured on News10

Sac Alumni's own Brothers Lynn Greer and Mike Craft have been puting in a lot of work with the Kappa Golf Association since the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was founded here in Sacramento in 2005.

Meeting twice a week for the past four months, the Kappa Golf Association's Junior Golf Guide Right Program has drawn a lot of attention both locally and nationally. News10 stopped by Haggin Oaks Golf Complex on a Tuesday evening to see what the buzz was all about; you can see the news story below.

Kappa Family Day 2007

Sacramento Alumni hosted its 1st Annual Kappa Family Day on August 18th at William Land Park.

Brothers started the day early off with 9 holes of golf, then stepped off the course to join their families for a barbecue lunch. Brothers from Iota Beta and Roseville Alumni joined Sac Alumni and everyone had a great time! In the afternoon, a toast was given to Brother Reggie Sears who, freshly back from his Caribbean honeymoon, provided some fine Dominican cigars.

If the inaugural event was any indication, this is going to be a day that is eagerly anticipated every year!

Nupes Roll Out the Red Carpet for the AKAs

When the Far Western Region of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority asked the brothers to participate in their Regional Conference on August 8 - 12, the Nupes didn't hesitate to step up.

On Thursday, Sacramento and Roseville Alumni chapters co-hosted a hospitality suite. Brother Lynn Greer made some of his notoriously tasty Cajun comfort food, including gumbo, chicken, and sweet potato bread, while Brother Joe Brown put his professional bartending skills to work to serve pink and green cocktails for the ladies.

The following evening, Polemarch Ed Sanders welcomed the ladies at their public meeting, where the Kappas were the clear winners in the friendly battle amongst the fraternities to impress their hosts. In the community awards portion of the program, the 100 Black Men of Sacramento were recognized for thier work; the award was accepted by their president, Brother Darryl Jenkins.

The conference culminated on Saturday with a formal banquet and ball. Keynote speaker and Alpha Phi Alpha member Dr. Cornell West was joined by Brother Tavis Smiley, who flew in from Los Angeles for the event.

Thanks to everyone who helped put Kappa's best foot forward to show the AKAs a good time, particularly Brothers David Mack, Kevin Hale, George Wells, George Blue, Brod Boyd, James Reede, Geoff Evans, Alex Baker and Dan Fontenot.

[Pictured with Dr. Cornell West in the photograph above: Brothers Forrest Williams Jr., Herbert Earl, and Ed Sanders.]

Kappa Night with the River Cats

Looking for an opportunity to kick back and relax? How about an opportunity to spend some time with the kids? Maybe you want an opportunity to expose a young person to a college-based organization?

Kappa Alpha Psi has created the perfect way to do all of this and more!

On the evening of Sunday, July 1st, Sacramento Alumni invites brothers, NPHC members, and the community to
Kappa Alpha Psi Night with the Sacramento River Cats.

Details are as follows:

• Complimentary food & drink at pre-game tailgate
• Raffle Prize for one lucky member of the group
• Sac Bee Autograph Night
• Kids run the bases after the game
• Free admission to another game
  (Mon. - Wed. games w/presentation of expired ticket)

A block of seats behind 3rd base has been reserved, but we can't hold on to the tickets until the last minute; you must sign up by June 10th! To reserve tickets, contact Ed Sanders at 916.719.5451.

2nd Downtown Kappa Lunch

Following the success of the first downtown Kappa lunch, the brothers got together again to break bread...or tortillias.

Vallejo's Taqueria and Cantina was chosen for its award-winning, authentic Mexican food.

In attendance and pictured were (from back to front)--left side: Walter Johnson (Iota Beta 1985), Reggie Sears (Beta Omega 1969), Ed Sanders (Iota Beta 1993), Vann Smith (Iota Beta 1979), Judge Gary Ransom (Sacramento 1976). Right side: Chris Holley (Iota Sigma 1991), Larry Brooks (Sacramento 2001), Reggie Banks (Epsilon Tau 1968), and James Reede (San Jose 1985).

Nupes "Represent" at NPHC Picnic

Officially, summer doesn't begin until June 21st, but that didn't stop the Nupes from breaking out their barbecues and dominoes for the Sacramento NPHC picnic.

On June 2nd, 2007, more than 20 area brothers joined the other fraternity and sorority members of "the Divine 9" at Elk Grove Regional Park for a day of food, family and fun.

The day wasn't just for adults; games were set up for the kids. And...speaking of kids...ask Brother Greer about the neophyte who sent him packing at the dominoes table!

But, in all seriousness, everyone had a good time. Special thanks to Sandi Patterson of Delta Sigma Theta for organizing the event!

Downtown Kappas Do Lunch

Sacramento's downtown area is home to many businesses and government agencies. From Dixon to El Dorado Hills, from Rocklin to Galt, many people make the daily commute downtown to "bring home the bacon".

Kappas are no exception; there at least 20 brothers who work within a one-mile radius of the state capitol, including Assemblymembers Mike Davis and Mervyn Dymally.

With so many Kappas in such a concentrated area, it was only a matter of time before brothers formally got together to break bread and share "the good ol' Kappa Spirit". Frank Fat's Resturant was selected and, on May 1st, 2007, the brothers got together for some of Sacramento's best Chinese food.

In attendance and pictured above (from left to right) were: Larry Lewis (Iota Beta 1989), Ed Lewis (Kappa Psi 1990), Forrest Williams (Iota Beta 1991), Vann Smith (Iota Beta 1979), Ed Sanders (Iota Beta 1993), James Reede (San Jose 1985), Russell Stiger (Iota Beta 1981), and Aaron Roberson (Beta Psi 1984).

The lunch was great; brothers plan on making the outing a monthly event. If you're in the downtown area and would like to join in, drop Brother Sanders an e-mail at sirrebral@gmail.com.