2010 Missouri District Conference

The 2010 Missouri District Conference was held on November 6, 2010 in Kansas City, MO, home to the 32nd General President Bro. Darryl R. Matthews. The Missouri District Director, Bro. Marshall Green and the Asst. District Director, Bro. Daniel Edwards presided over leadership training by Bro. Robert Bedford, Midwestern Region Training and Development Coordinator and the business of Alpha.

Congratulations to Bro. George Ramsey (Beta Lambda) and Bro. Anthony Dupree (Rho Theta), as the District Director and Asst. District Director elects.

(first picture) Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, Bro. Green, Bro, Cameron M. Thierry, Midwestern Region Asst. Vice President.

(second picture) Brothers preparing to compete in the Oratorical Contest.

2010 Midwestern Regional Leadership Staff Meeting and College Brothers Retreat

The Midwestern Region held its Leadership Staff Meeting and College Brothers Retreat Summit the weekend of October 15 ~ 16, 2010 at the Louisville Downtown Marriott Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky (host site of the 79th Midwestern Regional Convention).

The weekend began with two outstanding workshop sessions. Bro. Robert E. Bedford, who is the region’s training and development coordinator, presented an engaging workshop called “The Truths about Leadership”, that focused on ten key areas that every Alpha man must possess. From there, Ms. Cornelia Shipley of 3C Consulting elevated the leadership conversation by having members interactively participate in honoring our legacy and how we can and must impact leadership, Alpha, and the 21st Century. Members left with an individual plan designed to successfully improve and influence outcomes in their personal life, career, and Alpha Phi Alpha.

Bro. Cameron M. Thierry, Midwestern Regional Asst. Vice President, also facilitated activities to foster and engage college brothers of the Midwestern region in the Introspection of Alpha. It was an opportunity for college brothers to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of fraternity values, attitudes, beliefs, and expectations. We also thank Bro. Evan J. Glover, Sigma Delta Elon University, who encouraged our college brothers to accept accountability for their academic excellence.

Brothers also had the opportunity for fellowship and experience what Louisville has to offer as the fraternity will be back to celebrate the one-hundredth anniversary of Alpha Lambda chapter in April 2011.

(second picture) Bro. Cameron M. Thierry, Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, Ms. Cornelia Shipley

(third picture) Members of the Kentucky District

Theta Chapter Centennial Gala

It is with great honor to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the “eighth house” of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Founded on February 21, 1910, Bro. Dr. Thomas Boger, Bro. Dr. Alexander C. Browne, Bro. Dr. Ormville Coles, Bro. Dr. Samuel Lecount Cook, Bro. Dr. Gordon Jackson, and Bro. Dr. Henry Howard Towles collectively embraced a vision of expanding Alpha Phi Alpha as the first chapter in the state of Illinois and in the city of Chicago.

Theta chapter holds historical significance within Alpha Phi Alpha by hosting the 7th General Convention, initiating prominent men like the Hon. Bro. William Dawson, former U.S. Congressman from Illinois and Bro. John H. Johnson, founder of the Johnson Publishing Company, and by having a founding member of Alpha Phi Alpha, Jewel Bro. Henry Arthur Callis, to serve as its chapter president.

We also congratulate all members who were initiated into Theta chapter on maintaining a consistency and building on a legacy that allowed this chapter to reach a significant milestone.

Thank you for supporting the mission of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. by developing leaders, promoting brotherhood and academic excellence, and providing service and advocacy for our communities. Let’s lay the groundwork for another hundred years, one year at a time.

Delta Epsilon Lambda Beautillion (E. St. Louis, IL)



It is with great honor that we congratulate Delta Epsilon Lambda on their 3rd Annual Beautillion held on June 6, 2010 in East St. Louis, IL and we congratulate Bro. Reginald Riddle for chairing the event.

“A New Century of Molding Young Men: Setting The Standards For Leadership And Service” is an appropriate theme to showcase the young men you have mentored throughout the year as you spotlight our national program, Go to High School, Go to College.


(second picture) Bro. Riddle and Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President

(third picture) An evening being enjoyed by all.

(fourth picture) The Beaus are entertaining the crowd with their fancy steps.





2010 Kansas District Conference

The 2010 Kansas District Conferece was held on March 5, 2010 in Wichita, KS. 

(first picture) Bro. Mychal Davis, Kansas Asst. District Director, Bro. Brandon Clark, Kansas District Director.

(second/third pictures) The brothers of Kansas are conducting their business session.

2010 Wisconsin District Conference

The 2010 Wisconsin District Convention was held on February 7, 2010 in Whitewater, WI.  Over forty brothers were in attendace for the conference.

(first picture, l to r) Bro. Dr. Kenneth Harris, Wisconsin District Director, Bro. Remi Aregbesola, Bro. Cameron M. Thierry, Wisconsin Asst. District Director, Bro. Jermaine Buckner

(second picture) Bro. Thomas A. Flynn, Midwestern Regional Asst. Vice President delivers the regional address.

(third picture) Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, addresses the brothers during a forum discussion.

(fourth picture) Bro. Robert E. Bedford, training and development coordinator, facilitates a leadership topic discussion.

Pi Omicron Lambda MLK Black and Gold Ball (Leavenworth, KS)

Pi Omicron Lambda chapter, Leavenworth, KS, celebrated the Martin Luther King, Jr. observance with a Black and Gold Ball on January 16, 2010.  Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, was the keynote speaker.  A good time was had by all. 

(second picture) Brothers of Kansas and Missouri who attended the event.

(third picture) Bro. Brandon Clark, Kansas District Director, Bro. Tillman, Bro. Christopher Buckley, president, Pi Onicron Lambda, Bro. "Big Ed" Ed Rodgers.

(fourth picture) Bro. Buckley, Bro. Rodgers, Bro. Marion Wemberly, Bro. Tillman enjoy breakfast together.

(fifth picture) Bro. Tillman and Bro. Joseph Blanding, chairman of the ball.

Eta Tau Lambda Black and Gold Banquet (Akron, OH)

Eta Tau Lambda chapter, Akron, OH, Celebrated the holiday spirit at their annual Black and Gold Ball on December 12, 2009. 

(first picture) The crowd are into the spirit.

(second picture) Bro. Samuel DeShazior, past Midwestern Regional Vice President and his wife enjoying themselves.

(third picture) Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President and a member of Alpha Tau chapter, University of Akron.

2009 West Virginia District Conference

The brothers of West Virginia celebrated founder's day by holding their district conference in Charleston, WV on December 5, 2009. The conference was well attended and members received instructions on moving Alpha in West Virginia forward. Brothers were honored for their contributions to the organization and Bro. De'Recco Lynch, Asst. District Director, provided the keynote at their member's luncheon.

(second picture, l to r) Bro. De'Recco Lynch, Asst. District Director, Bro. Terrence Stuart, Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, Bro. Steven Tyson, and Bro. Aaron Williams, District Director.

(third picture) Brothers enjoying their moment of fellowship during the member's luncheon.

2009 Michigan District Conference

The 2009 Michigan District Conference was held on November 21, 2009 in Dearborn, MI. Congratulations to Bro. Eric Poole (Epsilon), as the Asst. District Director elect.

(first picture) Bro. Walter Lindsey (Gamma Lambda), Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, Bro. Robert Matthews, Michigan District Director, Bro. Willie Sims, Asst. District Director, and Bro. Thomas A. Flynn, Midwestern Regional Asst. Vice President presents Bro. Stephen Shepherd (Gamma Lambda) with his shingle.

(second picture) Bro. Flynn present the Academic Readiness presentation to the Michigan District.

(third picture) Bro. Ronald S. Stovall, Jr., Midwestern Region Assoc. Executive Director, present the AlphaNET workshop to the members.

(fourth picture) Brothers look on as members with 30 plus years of Alpha Service are recognized.

2009 Ohio District Conference

The 2009 Ohio District Conference was held on the weekend of November 13-14, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Cincinnatti, OH. The Ohio District, under the leadership of Vr. Matuaryun Wright, Ohio District Director and Bro. Zachary Young, Ohio Asst. District Director, celebrated Ohio's Alpha legends Bro. Clarence T. Frazier and Bro. William A. McClain. (fourth picture)

(first picture) Bro. Paul Stallings (Eta Tau Lambda), Bro. Zachary Young, Ohio Asst. District Director, Bro. Mataryun Wright, Ohio District Director, Bro. Thomas Tatum, past Ohio District Director, Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, and Bro. Thomas A. Flynn, Midwestern Asst. Vice President unveil the new Ohio license plate.

(second picture) Bro. Tillman and Bro. Flynn provide the members with the state of the region and fraternity.

(third picture) Brothers take time to pose while waiting for the start of the conference.

Congratulations to Bro. Dr. Willis L. Lonzer (Eta Tau Lambda) and Bro. Fredrick Cox (Gamma Theta) as the District Director and Asst. District Director elects.

2009 Iowa District Conference

The 2009 Iowa District Conference was held on November 7, 2009 in Des Moines, IA. Interim District Director Bro. Don Butler and the members of the Iowa District came together to execute an evet that supported Alpha's mission.

Congratulations to Bro. Michael Lewis (Nu Chi Lambda) and Bro. Brandon Parker (Alpha Theta), as the District Director and Asst. District Director elects.

(first picture) Members of the Iowa District who was in attendance.

(second picture) Bro. Paul W. Danforth provided greetings to the members during breakfast.

(third picture) Bro. Phil Hall, Zeta Kappa Lambda president, presided over a business session.

(fourth picture) Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, and Bro. Donald Butler, Interim Iowa District Director, review notes taken during the business session.

(fifth picture) Bro. Joshua Mensa, Iowa Asst. District Director, Bro. Tillman, and Bro. Brandon Parker, Iowa Asst. District Director elect.

Gamma Lambda Chapter (Detroit, MI) holds Alpha Breakfast Forum

The brothers of Gamma Lambda chapter (Detroit, MI) hosted its Alpha Breakfast Forum series focusing on "Ethics and Politics". The breakfast was held on October 24, 2009 at the New Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. There was a panel discussion with Alpha leaders in the community.

There were members in attendance who are also running for offices in their respective metro-Detroit communities Bro. Fred E. Hall | Detroit City Council, Bro. Stephon Johnson | Southfield City Council, and Bro. Ed Spillers | Troy State Representative.

(first picture) Forum panelist, Bro. Judge David Robinson, Bro. Dr. Charles Ennis, Bro. Randy Gear, Deputy Mayor of Romulus, BRo. Anthony Caudle, Bro. Harold Pope, and not pictured Bro. Dr. Jimmy Womack, State Representitive.

(second picture) Bro. Donald Snider, breakfast chairman and Bro. Rev. Tony C. Henderson, moderator.

(third picture) Brothers enjoying the atmosphere of fellowship.

(fourth picture) Bro. Dr. Richard T. James, Gamma Lambda President, Bro. Stephon Johnson, Bro. Ed Spillers, Bro. Fred E. Hall, and Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President.

Midwestern Region Field Staff Leadership Summit

The Midwestern Region held its Field Staff Leadership Summit over the weekend of October 2 ~ 3, 2009 at the Dayton Marriott Hotel in Dayton, OH (host site of the 78th Midwestern Regional Convention). Regional staff members and field staff leaders such as District Directors, Area Directors, Alpha Advisors, and key chapter leaders such as; Chapter Presidents and Intake Coordinators attended the two day workshop sessions. Over two-hundred brothers were in attendance.

The workshop sessions focused on the duties and responsibilities necessary for field staff members to execute such as, a focus on the fundamentals of chapter and officer development for president and intake coordinator roles, a comprehensive review of the Membership Intake Process, the consequences of disciplinary matters and items related to protecting the fraternity, a focus on tools for academic readiness, and a focus on leadership traits to produce outstanding results. The Midwestern Region thanks the following brothers for their participation; Bro. William D. Lyle, Executive Director, Bro. Cory Anderson, Membership Director, Bro. Dr. Zollie Stevenson, Organizational Effectiveness Committee, Bro. Dr. A.L. Mackey, Alpha University, and Midwestern brothers; Bro. Ronald S. Stovall, Bro. John M. Williams, Bro. Atty. Gregory T. Mitchell, Bro. Atty. Wayne C. Harvey, Bro. Robert E. Bedford, Bro. Bryan C. Cannon, Bro. Dr. Willis L. Lonzer.

The weekend also included an unexpected visit from the members of the Tuskegee Airmen, "Red-Tailed Angels", (second picture), including three who are Alphas, who were honored at a separate reception. Pictured with with Red-Tailed Angels are (from left to right) Bro. Jeffery Elmore, Theta Lambda, Bro. Thomas A. Flynn, Midwestern Regional Asst. Vice President, Bro. Mark S. Tillman, Midwestern Regional Vice President, and Bro. Shaun Hamilton, Theta Lambda chapter president.

The summit met all expected goals with members excited and rejuvenated to continue the work of Alpha.

Vertner Woodson Tandy Historical Marker Unveiled

The Vertner Woodson Tandy Historical Marker (first picture) was unveiled at his childhood home (second picture) in Lexington, KY. This designation was granted by the Historical Society of Kentucky and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Brothers from around (third picture) the state of Kentucky attended the event along with a representative from the Historical Society and the current occupants, The Nature Conservancy, Lexington chapter.

(fourth picture) 33rd General President, Bro. Herman "Skip" Mason provides remarks on Jewel Tandy.

(fifth picture) Bro. Daniel Pierre provided greetings to the attendees.

(sixth picture) Midwestern Regional Asst. Vice President, Bro. Thomas A. Flynn, Midwestern Regional Vice President, Bro. Mark S. Tillman, General President Mason, and Kentucky District Director, Bro. Charles Piphus, Jr.