The 77th Midwestern Regional Convention was held on March 12-15, 2009 at the Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort Hotel in Oak Brook, IL. Mu Mu Lambda, Mu Mu (Elmhurst College and Lewis University), and Pi Sigma (Aurora University) were the host chapters. Bro. Decature D. Tounsel was the convention chairman.Prior to the start of the convention, the Board of Directors of Alpha Phi Alpha held its meeting to discuss the business of the fraternity and interview the top four candidates for the position of Executive Director.
Immediately following the Vice President’s Reception, there was an art show and poetry reading with featured artist, Bro. Charles Jean-Pierre, Theta ’02. The theme of the convention was “Developing Leaders”. It was focused on handling the challenges of leadership.
Featured speakers during the convention were the 33rd General President, Bro. Herman “Skip” Mason, Jr. (third picture) who was the keynote speaker at the Community Outreach Luncheon, Bro. Isaiah P. Ward of Mu Mu Lambda chapter, who was the speaker for the Life Membership Breakfast, Dr. Scott J. Allen, author of the book, Emotionally Intelligent Leadership, Bro. Bonnie Thomas, representing the American Cancer Society, and panelists from Northeastern Illinois University who gave us their insight in the area of leadership.
(first picture) Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President delivers his State of the Region Address.
(second picture) Bro. Mark S. Crain delivers his Asst. Vice President's Address.
(fourth picture) Bro. Leonard E. Bell, Jr., regional executive director, speaks to the members.
