12thD Newsletter 2010 11 Nov

The Twelfth District’s Omega Spirit

Twelfth District ―Omega Spirit‖ Volume 3 Issue 1

Twelfth District “Omega Spirit Volume 3 Issue 1 November 2010


Twelfth District ―Omega Spirit‖ Volume 3 Issue 1 2

CHRISTENING USNS CHARLES DREW (T-AKE 10)

Front cover photo, by Brother Reginald L. Braddock, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. International Headquarters

Photographer.

CHARLES RICHARD DREW, presented by General Dynamics

San Diego, California, February 27, 2010. Christening of the USNS Charles Drew, designed and built by General

Dynamics NASSCO. Mission, to delver ammunition, provisions, stores, spare parts, potable water and petroleum

products to strike groups and other naval forces, be serving as shuttle ship or station ship.

The man, Charles Richard Drew was born on June 3, 1904, in Washington, D.C. While Dr. Drew was in high

school, one of his sisters died of pandemic influenza. Elsie’s death in 1920 was a factor that influenced Dr. Drew

to pursue medical studies.

Dr. Drew attended Amherst College in Massachusetts, became a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in 1923, at

Alpha Psi Chapter, then went on to graduate with honors in 1926. He then joined the faculty of Morgan State

College in Maryland to earn money for medical training. In 1928, after being rejected by several U.S. medical

schools because of his race, he was accepted into McGill University’s medical school in Montreal, Canada.

While at McGill, Dr. Drew first became interested in experiments with blood transfusions. He graduated in the

top five percent of his class as a doctor of medicine and a surgeon in 1933. After completing two years of medi-

cal residency in Montreal, he took a teaching job at Howard University in Washington, D.C. He also practiced

medicine at the university-run Freedman’s Hospital, which served the city’s minority populace.

In 1938, Dr Drew received a fellowship to attended Columbia University’s medical school in New York, where

he worked on a blood chemistry and transfusion research team. The team sought methods to preserve blood over

long periods of time. Red cells, one of the four elements of blood, begin to break down after 24 hours and cause

stored blood to be unsafe for use after one week. Dr. Drew achieved success using the plasma element of blood,

since it does not contain red cells. He realized that it could be safely stored for months and given to anyone re-

gardless of their blood type. When the university opened its first blood bank in 1939, Dr. Drew was named the

director.

In April 1939, Dr Drew met Minnie Lenore Robbins, a home economics teacher at Spellman College. They mar-

ried six months later and eventually had four children: Bebe, Charlene, Sylvia and Charles, Jr.

In 1940, Dr. Drew earned a doctorate in medicine from Columbia University, becoming the first African Ameri-

can to earn the academic credential. Later that year, he was chosen to oversee a prototype program in New York

that collected, tested and distributed blood plasma to war-ravaged Britain. Under Dr. Drew’s direction, the Blood

for Britain projects operated successfully for five months until the British could establish their own program using

Dr. Drew’s protocols. Almost 15,000 American donated blood, generating more than 5,500 vials of plasma,

which saved countless lives overseas.

(Charles Richard Drew, continued page 3.)



CHRISTENING USNS CHARLES DREW (T-AKE 10)

(Charles Richard Drew Continued from Page 2.)

In 1941, Dr. Drew set up the first blood bank for the American Red Cross in New York City. The program be-

came a model for blood banks nationwide, which became increasingly necessary after the United States entered

World War II several months later. Also, in 1941, Dr. Drew became one of the first African American surgeons

to serve as an examiner on the American Board of Surgery, the group that certifies doctors to perform surgery.

As chief surgeon and surgical department head, Dr. Drew represented Freedman’s Hospital and Howard Universi-

ty at numerous medical conferences during the 1940’s. He regularly attended an annual conference for African

American doctors at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. While traveling to the Tuskegee conference on April 1,

1950, Dr Drew was involved in an automobile accident near Haw River, North Carolina, and died of the injuries

he sustained in the crash.

Dr. Charles R. Drew left behind an extraordinary legacy. Along with his work in blood preservation and storage,

Dr. Drew taught or mentored the majority of African American surgeons trained in the United States between

1941 and 1950. USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) is the first U.S. Navy ship named in honor of the noted sur-

geon and hematologist.



30TH 12TH DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE

BRO. SEDRICK SPENCER

BROTHER ROBERT L. WOODSON, PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR

District Rep.

Sedrick Spencer

1st Vice DR

Fred Alexander

2nd Vice DR

Joe W. Luckey III

District KRS

Nicholas Thompson

District KF

Kelly Shannon

District Counselor

Lawton Connelly

District Chaplain

Derrick Delaney

District Marshal

Marlowe Gilmore

Public Relations

Robert Woodson

IHQ Photographer

Reginald Braddock

Immed. Past DR

Charles C. Peevy

DISTRICT

OFFICERS

Brothers,

A man’s pride will bring him low, but the humble in spirit will retain honor. --Proverbs

29:23

Greetings, and welcome to the revived 12th District newsletter. The District has been very

busy for the last fiscal year, 2009/2010, and continues to move forward with programs

and activities that reward brothers, their families and the communities.

Since 1911, men of Omega have practiced the Cardinal Principles of Manhood, Scholar-

ship, Perseverance and Uplift. Each of us has studied these principles and their signifi-

cance, but have we ever wondered why the Founders placed the word Cardinal before

principles? Why not just the word principles? The Founders wanted to express the im-

portance of these principles and the word “cardinal” is a word that does just that, with a

meaning as follows; “of prime importance; chief; principal: of cardinal significance or of

foremost importance; paramount.” With that meaning attached, these four words exem-

plify the foremost importance for all Omega men. Those familiar with Omega under-

stand that the cardinal principles are a part of our rooted foundation and should represent

each step of every Omega man. Does our cardinal principles, guide the steps, down the

path of every Omega Man? Do you need to wear an Omega shirt or Omega Pin for oth-

ers to identify you as a brother of Omega, or does the light of our cardinal principles

shine so brightly through you that every man and woman can clearly see that an Omega

man is present?

A quote from Haki Madhubiti, “If black people do not have and practice their own val-

ues, customs, and traditions, other people out of their own survival and necessity will im-

pose their values on us.” What values have been imposed on us Omega Brothers? Has

societies values of Que Dog taken away our cardinal significance/importance as commu-

nity leaders, or does our walk as kings among men commend more respect than your dog

like behavior?

Brothers, we are upon our 100th year anniversary. We have accomplished much, but

there is much more work to be done. The District leadership will continue to work tire-

lessly to serve our region. It is time we revisit our foundation and build for the future as

Omega Brothers that know our history. Our next 100 years should not look like our first

100, nor should or image and behavior be controlled or dominated by a canine.

I would like to thank Brother Woodson, Newsletter Publisher, and Brother Braddock,

Photographer, for their services in creating this newsletter. You are both a blessing to our

District and I am grateful to call you my brothers.

In Friendship Always,

Sedrick Spencer

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE 12TH DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE



DR AT TAU TAU YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE



65th 12th District Meeting Group Photo



65th 12th District Meeting Group Photo



12TH DISTRICT CHAPTER LISTING

CHAPTER NAME LOCATION CHAPTER NAME LOCATION

Alpha Rho Berkeley, CA Alpha Theta Phoenix, AZ

Beta Mu Mu Clark County, NV Chi Alpha Alpha Spokane, WA

Chi Nu Fresno, CA Delta Alpha Alpha Tucson, AZ

Delta Iota Iota Tracy, CA Delta Pi Tacoma, WA

Epsilon Xi Sacramento, CA Eta Alpha Alpha Pomona, CA

Gamma Alpha Alpha Anchorage, AK Iota Iota Iota Salt Lake City, UT

Kappa Xi Las Vegas, NV Lambda Omicron Los Angles, CA

Mu Alpha Alpha Artesia, CA Mu Kappa Kappa Redwood City, CA

Omicron Nu Seaside, CA Phi Beta Beta Inglewood, CA

Phi Iota Phoenix, AZ Phi Lambda Fullerton, CA

Phi Omicron San Diego, CA Pi Rho Riverside, CA

Psi Xi Oxnard, CA Sigma Eta Riverside, CA

Sigma Iota Oakland, CA Sigma Iota Iota Lancaster, CA

Tau Alpha Alpha Bakersfield, CA Tau Tau Compton, CA

Theta Pi Vallejo, CA Xi Gamma Gamma Oceanside, CA

Xi Mu Goleta, CA Xi Nu San Jose, CA

Zeta Mu Dominguez Hills, CA Zeta Nu Portland, OR

Zeta Rho Los Angeles, CA Zeta Tau Pasadena, CA

Zeta Upsilon Seattle, WA



Immediate Past DR Bro. Charles C. Peevy

32nd Grand Basileus (Omega Chapter) Bro. Dr. L. Benjamin Livingston, PhD

Alaska State Representative Bro. Charles Whittaker

Pacific Northwest Area Representative Bro. Anthony Nesbitt

Northern California Area Representative Bro. James Walker

Southern California Area Representative Bro. Ronan Hill

Southwest Area Representative Bro. Marcus Green

Achievement Week Bro. Andrew Davis

Bylaws and Recommendations Bro. Larry Walls

Civic Affairs Bro. Tim Melton

Economic Empowerment Bro. Havon McLeod

Health Initiatives Bro. Bernard Hardy

History and Archives Bro. Darroll Love

Information Technology Bro. Charles Simpson

Membership Bro. Eddie Bickham

NAACP Liaison Bro. John R. Hatcher, III.

Nominations, Time and Place Bro. Doug Wooley

Political Action Bro. Godfrey White

Reclamation Bro. Kevin Smith

Retention Bro. Sondre Bowen

Rules Bro. Richard Wills

Scholarship Bro. Tim Melton

Social Action Bro. Shamann Walton

Talent Hunt Bro. Earl Johnson

Undergraduate Advisor Bro. Jonathan Smith

Ways and Means Bro. Dennis Martinez

TWELFTH DISTRICT 2010-2011 COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN



CURRENT & PAST 12th DISTRICT OFFICERS

Back Row: Dennis Martinez, Lewis Sears, Ricky Lewis, Richard Wills, Derrick Delaney, Kelly Shannon, Nick

Thompson, Marcus Bedford.

Front Row: Eugene Quishenberry, Raymond Gibson, Carl Earles, Sedrick Spencer, Marco Vallery, Arnold But-

ler, Fred Alexander, Charles Peevy, Lymus Capehart, Keith Neal.

CURRENT & PAST 12th DISTRICT OFFICERS



2010 - 2011 National Achievement Week Project Theme: ―Effective Political Action – using Style and Substance‖

The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Announcement of the Annual

National High School Essay Contest As a phase of the Annual National Achievement Week Observance

November 14 - 20, 2010

National Awards: Four College Scholarships

1st Scholarship, $3000; 2nd Scholarship, $2,000; 3rd Scholarship, $1,000; 4th Scholarship, $500.00

Eligibility: The Contest is Open to all College-bound, High School Seniors.

Contest Closes November 1, 2010.

RULES The essay must be entitled:

―What steps should we as Black Americans take to further our Political agenda?"

The essay must be original, neither previously published nor secured by copyright.

The essay must be between 700 and 750 words in length.

Three typewritten, double-spaced copies must be submitted. The following information for the contestant must appear on the first page in this manner.

The manuscript must be postmarked not later than midnight, November 1, 2010 and mailed to the LOCAL CHAPTER SPONSOR-

ING THE ESSAY CONTEST:

<Local chapter address>

Persons submitting manuscripts thereby grant to the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. the right to keep the manuscripts and to exer-

cise full publishing right to them.

Awards will be announced on or about July 31, 2011, and the decisions of the judges will be final. The manuscripts must present an

adequate treatment of the essay topic.

Winners will be required to furnish written proof that they were enrolled in their respective high school at the time the essays were sub-

mitted.

Awards will be submitted to each winner, upon written verification from an institution of higher education that the individual has enrolled. Actual enrollment (not just acceptance) is required.

Awards must be claimed within 18 months after the announcement date to be valid.

RATING CRITERIA FOR ESSAYS

1. Development of Topic/Thesis (30 possible pts.) --Topic well developed (covers and develops major points, supplying enough infor-

mation for understanding).

2. Progression (20 possible pts.) --Composition progresses from beginning to end in a logical flow of information.

3. Readability (25 possible pts.)-- Concise prose that sticks to the point and does not ramble (holds reader’s attention.)

4. Grammar (15 possible pts) -- Agreement of subject and verb; proper tense; correct sentence construction; paragraphing, including

transitional phrases linking same.

5. Spelling -- (5 possible pts.)

6. Punctuation -- (5 possible pts.)

Title:

An Essay by: Home Street Address:

City, State, Zip Code: Name of High School:

Address of High School:

Contest: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity National High School Essay Contest

Name of Chapter Sponsoring Project:

Location of Chapter:



65th 12th District Talent Hunt



65th 12th District Undergraduate Luncheon



65th 12th District Founders Banquet



65th 12th District Achievements & Honors



12TH District, Sacramento, California, Monday, June 22, 2009. Lead by the 12 th District Representative Brother

Sedrick Spencer, the newly elected officers and brothers of the 12 th District embarked on a trek to the Capitol of

California, in Sacramento. Truly, it was “a great day to be an Omega”! More than seventy (70) Omega Brothers

participated in an Omega Day at the Capitol, with anticipation of lobbying the halls of congress for change. Ac-

complishments, yes, results, definitely. What an outstanding event.

The Omega Brothers were briefed by seven (7) members of the Legislative Black Caucus (Assemblymen Hall,

Carter, Swanson, Davis, Speaker Bass, Senator’s Wright and Price.) Assemblyman Brother Isadore Hall provid-

ed breakfast, for all to enjoy. Afterwards, the Omega’s were introduced to the Assembly body, on the Assembly

Floor, during full session. Also, the Omega’s were presented a “RESOLUTION” for outstanding services ren-

dered to their respective communities.

A special thanks from the DR, Bro Sedrick Spencer to, Brother’s Willie Washington, James Walker, Phillip Dunn

and Isadore Hall for having the vision and perseverance to see this project through to completion. The DR ex-

pressed his gratitude to every Brother in attendance at the event, with this note, “You made a difference, and I

think you for your time. Now the work begins.”

King Blankenship, Theodore Irving, Sedrick Spencer, 12th District Rep, Thomas Doty, and Del Walker

12TH DISTRICT AT THE CALIFORNIA CAPITOL



12TH DISTRICT AT THE CALIFORNIA CAPITOL



QUES AT THE CAPITOL, SACRAMENTO, CA

Bro’s Hall, Sedrick Spencer, Speaker Karen Bass, Willie Washington, James Walker



QUES AT THE CAPITOL, SACRAMENTO, CA



FIRST WWII NAVY CORPSMEN,

MONTFORD POINT MARINE CAMP

By Bro. Robert S. Hammond

Lambda Omicron Chapter, Los Angeles, California, May 4,

2010. Robert Stanley Hammond, age 17 enlisted in the United

States Navy, December 13, 1943, and was sent to a segregated Naval

Training Camp, Great Lakes Illinois. He became a United States

Navy Corpsman First Class, and remained from December 13, 1943

to June 27, 1946. Brother Hammond was one of first 22 blacks to

attend Hospital Corps School. March 1944, he graduated as a Hospital Corpsman and received further training at the Brooklyn

Naval Hospital in New York as a Medical Technician, and later was

assigned to Montford Point Camp, New River, North Carolina.

During the course of World War II, as a result of a Presidential

Directive, the United States Marine Corps was directed to accept

African Americans at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. In turn they

were sent to Montford Point at New River, a segregated camp.

Medical and Health Services for Black sailors and Marines were poor. It was a policy for white healthcare

personnel to provide minimum services to African Americans. They did not want to touch a black person. It was a law in the South at the time; a white person could only care for a black person if they were being

born or dying. For all injuries, marines received All Purpose Capsules (APC), and Brown’s mixture,

(Mineral oil, Castor oil and a Brown Syrup), for all illness except cuts or fracture’s and other injuries.

Until Dr. Charles Drew discovered blood plasma, all whole blood was segregated, and identified according

to the race category.

The Navy Corpsmen were highly respected and called “Doc.” April 1945, Hammond was assigned to

Base 18 Hospital, and later assigned to the medical dispensary at Camp Wise Naval Base, Barracuda

Village. Hammond distinguished himself in providing his medical technology and care for wounded for

Marines throughout his service.

From 1947 to 1951, Hammond attended Shaw University at Raleigh, N.C. where he became a member of

Beta Kappa Chi Scientific Honorary Society, and was initiated into Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Delta Psi

Chapter and now celebrates his 60 years with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Brother Hammond, in 1953,

worked in the Field of Environmental Health with the City of Philadelphia, Pa. as a Public Health

Inspector. His many awards from 1957 to 1994 are well documented.

During the fall of 1959, Hammond moved to Los Angeles, California and went to work with the Los

Angeles City Department of Health as a Registered Environmental Health Inspector until his retirement in

1993

Robert has now established the H&H Environmental Consultant Firm, which has established business with

major food and beverage companies.

LAMBDA OMICRON CHAPTER



Yout h Tal ent Show

By Kennet h Adams Omicron Nu Chapter, Sea side, CA

On March 13, 2010, the brother s of O micron Nu Cha pter

co-sponsored a youth ta lent show with the City of Sea side. The event wa s held a t the Oldemeyer Center in

Sea side, CA and showca sed the ta lent s of the youth in

the surrounding area . I t wa s a grea t outl et for the youth to showca se their ta l ent s and gain suppor t a nd

encouragement. The brother s of O Nu su pported the event

by pa rti c ipat ing as ju dges, main au ditor ium securi ty , ba ck -sta ge mana ger s, co-ma ster of ceremonies, a nd audience parti c ipa nt s . They even set u p a nd sold food and r efr eshments in

the lobby of the Oldemeyer center during the event.

In a ddit ion to a l l part ic ipant s r eceiving trophies, the O Nu cha pter ha nded out three additional trophies to the star s among the sta r s to keep the youngster s st riving for

excell ence while having fun a long the way. I t wa s a very successfu l show that grows

st ronger ea ch year and i s in the best tra di tion of O mega Psi Phi Fratern ity Inc commu nity service effor t s.

Good work O Nu brother s! Let u s mak e next year’ s ta lent show a n even bigger success!

Welcome to the Fold

By Kenneth Adams Omicron Nu Chapter, Seaside, CA

On 11 Dec 2009, the Omicron Nu chapter added two (2) new members

into their family. Brothers Kenneth Adams, Air Force Chief Master

Sergeant, aka, “10 Speed” and Ambrose Dawson, Army Officer, aka

“Brown Shoe” crossed the burning sands into the brotherhood at 10:57

post meridiem.

As members that have recently crossed the burning sands, also known

as neophytes, these new additions continue to seek knowledge and

provide service where needed. In five (5) short months, they have

provided service at Area Founder’s Day, organized a successful 2010

Youth Talent show and provide assistance in an area “No Lack Book Club” where area youth improve their reading

comprehension skills.

These members have also stepped into leadership roles in the Omicron Nu chapter and have been elected as

Community Service chairperson, Coalition of Scholarships, and Editor to the Oracle. These members have a “glass

half full” approach to all that they do and the Omicron Nu chapter is proud to have them on board. Keep climbing that

ladder!

OMICRON NU CHAPTER



No Lack Book Club‖ and Youth Mentoring

by Kenneth Adams

Omicron Nu Chapter, Seaside, CA. In spring 2010, Omicron Nu adopted local youth in an effort to server

as mentors and improve the literacy rate of five to fifteen year old youth. Twenty-two youth, with the

support of their parents, participate in Monday book reading at the local Border’s bookstore. The activity

consists of quarterly book selection; weekly around the table aloud reading with periodic pauses for

discussion, reading comprehension, and one page writing of individual observation.

The activity has been a huge success and has made an enormous impact in the confidence, scholastic

performance, and maturity of the participating young men and women. For the summer, we are planning

field trips and camping activities. Eighteen of the twenty-two children are from single parent homes, had

academic performance issues. They have greatly benefited from the positive professional caring family-

oriented involvement of Omega Men.

OMICRON NU CHAPTER

Feed the Hungry 2010

Phoenix, Arizona: On Sunday,

June 27, Brothers from the Phi Io-

ta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Frater-

nity, Inc. volunteered to serve meals

at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

kitchen in Phoenix . The partnership

proved to be as rewarding to the vol-

unteers, as it was for those being

served.

St. Vincent de Paul is an internation-

al non-profit organization dedicated

to serving the poor and providing

members of the community with the

opportunity to serve. The Phoenix

Diocesan Council has been assisting

central and northern Arizona fami-

lies since 1946. Programs include

services for the homeless, medical

and dental care for the working poor,

charity dining rooms, thrift stores , a

transitional housing shelter and gen-

eral assistance for individuals in

need. (See the attached photograph of

the Brothers that elected to volun-

teer).

PHI IOTA



Phi Iota Chapter, Phoenix, Arizona:

April 24, 2010, Brother Walter Venerable, Sr. celebrated his 90th birthday with numerous close family members,

and brothers from Phi Iota chapter. This joyous occasion presented a wonderful opportunity for the chapter to

honor one of our senior Brothers, initiated into Phi Iota Chapter, spring 1946.

Bro’s P. Hodson, W . Venerable Jr., W. Jefferson,

W. Venerable Sr., A. Davis, A Williams, A Dumas, C. Peevy

Brothers Walter Venerable Junior and Senior

PHI IOTA CHAPTER

Green Scholarship Golf Tournament

By Bro. Paul Hodson

Phi Iota Chapter, Phoenix, Arizona, October, 16, 2010. The 9th Annual Brother Dr. George M. Greene Scholar-

ship Golf Tournament was held at Club West Golf Course, 16400 South 14th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85045,

October 16, 2010. Since its establishment in 2001, Brothers from Phi Iota Chapter have hosted and participated

in a scholarship fundraiser golf tournament that honors Brother Dr. George M. Greene, a prominent Phoenix ed-

ucator. Proceeds received through various fees provide revenue used to award scholarships to worthy college

bound high school seniors in the community. The scholarships, presented in behalf of the Omega Psi Phi Frater-

nity, Inc., provide each recipient with financial assistance needed to appreciate their scholastic dreams.

Bro, Dr. George M Greene



Phi Iota Habitat for Humanity, January 2010

Phi Iota Chapter, Phoenix, Arizona,

January 30, 2010. Brothers from Phi Iota team with the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Kappa Eta Sigma Chapter,

to provide sweat equity to the Lutherans Building for Christ. Participation from other churches assisted in this

five-month home building project in South Phoenix. Official dedication of the home to the Tanori-Ochoa Family

took place February 10th, 2010.

Brother P. Hodson, Yolanda White, Elnora Brackins-Brown, Bro’s D. Key, and Perry Russell

PHI IOTA CHAPTER



Larry Walls Scholar Athlete Foundation and City Pride Magazine Awards Ceremony

Phi Beta Beta Chapter, Inglewood, California, October 24, 2009. At the Compton Community College Compton,

California, Brother Larry Walls, Executive Director of The Walls Family Scholar Athlete Foundation, Brother Charles

Jackson, Editor of The City Pride Magazine, and the Brothers of Phi Beta Beta Chapter participated along with Tau

Tau Chapter in the 16th Annual Youth Leadership Conference. A conference sponsored by Tau Tau Chapter and The

Omega Educational Foundation.

There were 300 young black men and their parents gathered at the college, with a theme of “Control Your Destiny or

Someone Else Will.” The two sessions presented were titled, The Importance of Having a Dream, and Dress for

Success. After a welcome by the Director, Ricky L. Lewis, Sedrick Spencer, 1st Vice DR, 12th District, offered words

of encouragement to the young men and their parents. Afterwards the 110 Omega men that were in attendance greeted

the young men. The brothers then spoke about the two subject points. An interactive lesson was given to the young

men regarding how to tie a tie. The mass majority said they had never worn a tie and had no idea how to tie one.

However, by the end of the day they knew, and expressed that this was how to dress for success.

At the conclusion of the conference, Brother Walls and Brothers of Phi Beta Beta Chapter, presented the Walls Family

Scholar Athlete Awards to the young men that had the highest grade point averages and participated in organized

sports. The young men that received awards were: James Barak Beck, a 3.2 baseball player; Joseph Wilson, a 3.3

Karate Kid; Dayan Oduma, a 3.6 Track runner; Jordan Pitts, a 4.0 basketball player; and Justin Alexander McCartney,

a 4.2 track runner. The young men received a financial award, trophies, certificates and a membership in the African

American Museum. Additionally, a Legendary Scholar Athlete Award was given to Mr. Reynaldo Brown, a 1968

Olympic High Jumper and 1971-3 NCAA High Jump champion. Also, an award went to Mr. Herman Franklin, a 1967

-70 State and NCAA champion track runner and football player at University of California. The City Pride magazine

editor, Brothers Charles Jackson, presented his first Annual Civic Community Awards to Brother Ricky Lewis,

Director of the Youth Leadership Conference, Brother Larry Walls, Director of the Walls Family Scholar Athlete

Foundation, Mr. James Bishop, Founder of the Urban Youth Academy, City of Compton, Administrator Verna Porter,

and City of Compton Mayor Eric Perrodin.

Bro. Larry Walls on the right Mayor Eric Perrodine and Bro. Ricky Lewis

PHI BETA BETA CHAPTER



PHI IOTA CHAPTER

Brother James E. Clyburn – Omega Representative of America

By Paul Hodson

Phoenix, AZ.-On August 29, 2010, members of Phi Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in conjunction

with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority recognized Brother James E. Clyburn as Ome-

ga Representative of America. The event took place at the Fountain of Life Church in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Brother Clyburn is the "House Majority Whip, U.S. House of Representatives for the 6th Congressional Dis-

trict, South Carolina". On behalf of Phi Iota, for being the highest-ranking African American in the United States

Congress, Brother Charles Peevy presented him with a plaque. Amongst his many accomplishments, he is the

first South Carolinian and the second African American to ascend to his prestigious position in the U.S. House of

Representatives.

On this date, he was also made an honorary member of the 12th District of Omega Psi Phi (See below attached

photo taken during this event).



ZETA TAU CHAPTER

In Celebration of Omega Day in Monrovia

By Brother George D. Taylor

Monrovia, CA, August 15, 2010, Two Chapters, Zata Tau and Psi Xi joined to celebrate Omega Day at the Bethel AME Church, 148 West Lime Ave., in Monrovia, CA. Brother Pastor James DeFoe, a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, invited the brothers to come and worship with the congregation. Also in attendance was the distinguished retired Pastor of

FAME of Pasadena, Reverend Johnnie Carlisle.

Bethel AME Church is no stranger to the City of Monrovia. It is providing a dynamic service to the community, and has increased its membership from seven to fifty one. Its members are heavily involved in the community; and continue to con-

tribution to the San Gabriel Valley food bank, making it possible for several families to receive food donated by its mem-

bership.

The Church is socially conscious and community engaged; it participates in several outreach initiatives including a clothing

drive. In November 2010 old clothing donated will be converted to blankets, and distributed to the needy.

Pastor DeFoe called on the congregation to continue its work in the community with the youth as well as those who were

less able to sustain themselves in this economic time. “If we were to work together instead of working separately,” he said, “think of how much more we could get done to the benefit of our community.” He related the activities of the Church to the teachings of Paul; the elders must be wise and not leave things that need to be done to the unwise or those who do not fully understand God’s word. “God’s Kingdom,” he said, “is one that works for everyone.” Referring again to the theme, Pastor

DeFoe reminded the congregation, “God left folk in Crete because they didn’t want to work together.”

The central doctrine of Bethel AME Church is that it is a Ministry of deliberate community service. “If we don’t become

engaged, we won’t know how to interpret the great issues of the day.”

Following the formal service, the Church sponsored a Catfish dinner for the congregation and visiting brothers of Omega

Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Standing: Edward J. Bibb, James Belk, Bruce Steward, William Thomas, George Taylor, Nathaniel Mitchell, Eugene

Quishenberry. Seated: Pastor James DeFoe and Pastor Johnnie Carlisle.



XI NU CHAPTER

A Son, A Mother and Omega

By Brother James Hill Jr.

XI NU Chapter, San Jose, Ca, October 21, 2010 --Mrs. Annie

Sharpe Knowles passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010 at Spring-

wood Care Center at the age of 99. She was a loving and caring

mother, grandmother, and great/great/great grandmother who will be

greatly missed. She was born in Washington, North Carolina on

March 26, 1911. Mrs. Knowles was born 236 days before our be-

loved fraternity, founded on November 17, 1911. She was the moth-

er of Xi Nu brother William W. Knowles, who was initiated into the

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Psi Chapter, September 17, 1960,

and has been a faithful member of Xi Nu Chapter in San Jose, Cali-

fornia over 40 years. Brother Knowles is known throughout our fra-

ternity at the local, district, national, and international levels. In cy-

berspace, he is appropriately known as “OmegaKnowles60.” Mrs.

Knowles and her son epitomize our third Cardinal Principle: Perse-

verance. In her passing, Brother Carl A. Blunt, 33rd 1st Vice Grand

Basileus submitted a resolution, (next page, 27), that included the

declaration: ―Mrs. Knowles loved Omega Psi Phi, unselfishly helping brothers as the need arose. Brother

Knowles said his mother’s love made it possible for him to travel to numerous fraternal events and to initiate

countless brothers along the Atlantic seaboard.‖ Brother Knowles was looking forward to his mother helping

him celebrate being formally acknowledged among the 50 year service award recipients at the 76 th Grand Con-

clave. The Lord had different plans for the Knowles family. Brother Knowles, and his mother personified the

Cardinal Principle of Perseverance.

Brother Knowles’ perseverance put him in the company of other persevering members of Xi Nu Chapter who re-

ceived 50 and 40 year service awards, 50 years, brothers Thomas King, Jr. and Phillip Brooks. Also, 40 year re-

cipients, brothers James Green, James Hill, Jr., Charles Jones, and Sylvester Mack. One of the challenges facing

Omega Psi Phi is the retention of its members after they have formally “crossed the burning sands.” Ideally, the

roll call of service awardees should be much longer than the roll call that is somberly read aloud for those broth-

ers who have passed on into Omega Chapter. Mrs. Annie Knowles, with her rich history as the mother of an

Omega man was less than a year away from celebrating her 100 th birthday. Omega Psi Phi is just over a year

away from celebrating its 100th birthday. As we prepare for this milestone, let’s recall the actions of the founders

on the night of November 17, 1911. According to “The History of the Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity,” after complet-

ing such tasks as coming up with the Cardinal Principles, a motto, and the three Greek letters we all cherish, the

Founders didn’t rest on their laurels. They prepared for the next meeting by beginning to study the student body

carefully. Each placed in a notebook the names of prospective candidates, men who were considered to be wor-

thy from the point of view of scholarship, ability to fraternize, courage and the other cardinal principles already

agreed upon. These men were to be approached as to their willingness to cooperate in this youthful venture. Al-

most 100 years later, we are attempting to reignite youthful ventures that were started on Howard’s campus, and,

to create in brothers the foundation that will help them to persevere like Mrs. Knowles and her son William.



XI NU CHAPTER

RESOLUTION FOR

ANNIE KNOWLES

Loving and caring mother

For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from

his. Hebrews 4:10 (KJV)

Whereas, Almighty God, the Supreme Basileus of the Universe has called Mrs. Annie Knowles from

a time temporal to life eternal;

And whereas, Mrs. Knowles was the mother of our Brother, William W. Knowles, who was initiated into

the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. through Zeta Psi in the summer of 1960 and has been a good and a faithful

40-year member of Xi Nu Chapter;

And whereas, Mrs. Knowles graduated from Elizabeth City State University in 1935. She taught school in Pamlico

County was an active member of the Metropolitan Baptist

Church and worked diligently on the Missionary Board, as well as in many other church ministries.

She was an avid traveler who visited Europe, Africa and the Holy Land;

And whereas, Mrs. Knowles loved Omega Psi Phi, unselfishly helping brothers as the need arose. Brother Knowles said

his mother's love made it possible for him to travel to numerous fraternal events and to initiate countless brothers along the At-

lantic seaboard;

And whereas, Mrs. Knowles lived to be 99 years-old, her life was replete with God's rich aired wonderful blessings;

Me it therefore resolved that on behalf of Brother Carl A. Blunt and the Brothers of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incor-

porated do commend the soul of our deceased friend, Annie Knowles, to Almighty God for eternal keeping and

we will pray for the bereaved

Submitted this the 5th day of June, 2010

Brother Carl A. Blunt, 33rd First Vice Grand Basileus

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated



Dr. Ernest E. Just (1883-1941)

Ernest E. Just was born in Charleston, South Carolina.

Graduated from the Industrial School of the State College, Orangeburg, South Carolina.

Kimball Union Academy, Meriden, New Hampshire

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Dartmouth College (Phi Beta Kappa)

Awarded the Spingarn Medal by the NAACP, 1915

Doctor of Philosophy Degree, University of Chicago, 1916

Became the 19th honoree in the U.S. Postal Service's Black Heritage Stamp Series on February 1, 1996.

Professor Frank Coleman (1890-1967)

Frank Coleman was born in Washington, D.C.

Graduated from the M Street High School, Washington, D.C.

Bachelor of Science Degree, Howard University, 1913

Master of Science Degree, University of Chicago

Advanced Training, University of Pennsylvania

Professor and head of the Physics Department, Howard University

U.S. Army Officer, World War I

OMEGA PSI PHI FOUNDERS



Dr. Oscar J. Cooper (1888-1972)

Oscar J. Cooper was born in Washington, D.C.

Graduated from the M Street High School, Washington, D.C.

Bachelor of Science Degree, Howard University, 1913 Doctor of Medicine Degree, Howard University, 1917

Practiced medicine in Philadelphia, PA for 50 years

Bishop Edgar A. Love (1891-1974)

Edgar A. Love was born in Harrisburg, Virginia

Graduated from the Academy of Morgan College

Bachelor of Arts Degree, Howard University, 1913

Bachelor of Divinity Degree, Howard University, 1916

Bachelor of Sacred Theology Degree, Boston University, 1918

Doctor of Divinity Degree (Honorary), Morgan College, 1935

U.S. Army Chaplain, World War I

Bishop, Methodist Church

Omega has a rich heritage to be protected, celebrated and enhanced

OMEGA PSI PHI FOUNDERS



THE NEW IHQ ADMINISTRATION

NEWLY ELECTED OFFICERS

76TH GRAND CONCLAVE

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA

39th Grand Basileus,

Brother, Dr. Andrew A. Ray (Theta Omicron), 2nd District

1st Vice Grand Basileus,

Brother Anthony Knox (Iota Iota), 6th District

2nd Vice Grand Basileus,

Brother Robert Littlejohn, (Omicron Delta Delta), 2nd District

Grand Keeper of Records and Seal,

Brother Lewis Anderson (Tau), 7th District

Grand Keeper of Finance,

Brother Horace Chase (Theta Iota), 5th District

Grand Counselor,

Brother Christopher Cooper (Mu Iota), 4th District

Undergraduate Representatives:

Brother Darrell Comer (Psi), Morehouse College

Brother Thaddius Patterson-Gordon (Xi Zeta), University of Memphis

Brother Tony Cobb (Gamma Sigma), Alabama State



Founders: Dr. Ernest Everett Just, Professor Frank Coleman, Dr. Oscar James Cooper, Bishop Edgar Amos Love (Deceased)

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

OFFICE OF

GRAND KEEPER OF RECORDS AND SEAL

Brother Lewis Anderson P. O. Box 361512

Decatur, GA 30036-1512

(404) 734-1453 – (404) 207-0112

[email protected] – [email protected]

To: The Supreme Council & Brotherhood of

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

From: Brother Lewis Anderson

Grand Keeper of Records and Seal

Date: August 16, 2010

RE: Housing Assessment / Building Fund Status

Based on the action of the voting Delegates of the 76th Grand Conclave, (Raleigh, NC), regarding

The recommendation I submitted to the Recommendations Committee, the Housing Assessment/

Building Fund has been officially eliminated, effective, August 1, 2010. Moreover, effective

August 1, 2010, the only active "Member Assessment" is the International Headquarters one hundred dollars

($100.00) maintenance fee to undergraduate new initiates, and two hundred dollars ($200.00) for Graduate

Initiates.

According to the transcripts of the 68th Grand Conclave (Cleveland, OH), the Housing

Assessment/Building Fund was originally implemented for a two (2) year period, paid by financial members of

the Fraternity (Undergraduate, Graduate and International Members, inclusive of Life Members, new initiates and

any member seeking to be reclaimed.

Subsequently, a series of two (2) year extensions (three in total) were approved by the voting delegates of the

69th, 70th and 71st Grand Conclave, respectively. Unfortunately, the Housing

Assessment/Building Fund was continued for nearly eight (8) years without the authorization of the Grand

Conclave; beginning November 1, 2002 thru July 31, 2010. During the same period all reclaimed Brothers and

new initiates were assessed a Housing/Building Fund fee in error, some members were obligated to pay a

Housing Assessment/Building Fund, "Late Fee" and some members were obligated to repay their original

Housing Assessment/Building Fund fee. All of the aforementioned circumstances adversely impacted

Reclamation efforts, and raised a level of frustration amongst the Brotherhood, and ultimately caused

International Headquarters staff to spend excessive employee hours researching each individual claim received

from the general membership of the Fraternity.

As the Fraternity moves forward under the guidance and tutelage of our newly elected Grand

Basileus, Brother, Dr. Andrew A. Ray, please be advised and assured, based on thorough research and the

adoption of By-Law Recommendation Number 22 (effective August 1, 2010), the Housing Assessment / Building

Fund is effectively and rightfully eliminated and all outstanding assessments related to the Housing Assessment/

Building Fund are hereby permanently waived.

MESSAGE FROM THE GRAND KRS



ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTER PROGRAMS

International Program Emphasis 2010

ACHIEVEMENT WEEK Originally designed to promote the study of Negro life and history, Achievement Week is observed in

November of each year and is designed to seek out and give due recognition to those individuals at the local and international levels who have made a noteworthy contribution toward improving the quality of life for black Americans.

SCHOLARSHIP The Scholarship Program is intended to promote academic excellence among the undergraduate

members. SOCIAL ACTION PROGRAMS

All levels of the fraternity are expected to facilitate, participate and coordinate activities that will up-lift their communities. An international committee will coordinate the multifaceted programs of the various chapters. TALENT HUNT PROGRAM This program provides exposure, encouragement and financial assistance to talented young people

participating in the Performing Arts. MEMORIAL SERVICE March 12th of each year has been established as Memorial Day. RECLAMATION AND RETENTION A concerted effort at the international, district and local levels to retain active brothers and return in-

active brothers to full participatory status so that they may enjoy the full benefits of Omega. COL-LEGE ENDOWMENT FUND

Each year the fraternity gives at least $50,000.00 to Historically Black College Institu-tions (HBCU) in furtherance of Omega's commitment to provide philanthropic SUPPORT. HEALTH INITIATIVES

All levels of the fraternity are expected to facilitate, participate, and/or coordinate activities that will uplift their

communities by promoting good health practices

VOTER REGISTRATION, EDUCATION AND MOBILIZATION

All levels of the fraternity are expected to facilitate, participate and/or coordinate activities that will uplift their

communities through the power of the vote.

NAACP

Every district and chapter of the fraternity is required to maintain a Life Membership at Large in the NAACP.

(Chapters are required to administer these programs annually.)



MSP-THE REAL THING BY EDDIE BICKHAM

MSP—START TO FINISH.

NOTE: All Forms available on 12th District Website and your chapter KRS

1. Obtain approval by the DR to start a line. Complete Forms 1 and 105. E-mail Forms 1 and 105 to the

DR.

2. Complete Forms 53, 37, and 103.

3. Complete Form 10

a. The candidates are required to sign the Form 10.

b. If the candidates are undergraduates, the school is required to sign the Form 10 also, sections B, C,

and D.

4. The candidates are required to complete the Application, Form 9A

5. Note: Below are critical items required.

a. Official copy of transcript.

b. Three (3) recommendations including one 1 from a financial brother.

c. Two (2) color passport photographs, digital camera or local drugstore.

i. Must be in dark jacket and tie, and white/light shirt

d. Physical records Form 89, completed by doctor/health care professional, with authorized signature.

Completed within less than 3 months

e. Provide three 3 money orders payable to, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.,

i. Graduates, $1090.00, $305.00, $100.00

ii. Undergraduates $885.00, $95.00, $50.00.

6. Required completion and signature of candidate on Form 3, page 2.

7. Submit completed package to Bro. Eddie Bickham via USPS with coversheet indicating contents as

follows. For mailing address E-mail Bro. Bickham at [email protected], or call 1-760-717-7624

a. Form 9A – 1 copy

b. Form 105 – 1copy

c. Form 37 (also email to DKRS) - 1 copy

d. Form 53 – 1 copy

e. Form 103 – 1 copy

f. Form 3 – 1 copy

g. Form 10 – 1 copy

h. Form 1 – 1 copy

i. District Form 54 (also email to DKRS) – 2 copies

j. District Meeting Registration Form (also email to DKRS) - 1 copy

8. If package is complete,

a. Bro. Bickham will forward forms to DR

b. DR will send to IHQ

c. IHQ will reply to DR with date to proceed.

9. ALL FORMSMUST BE TYPED. No handwritten forms.



Photographs from the Launch & Christening



Photographs from the Launch & Christening



76th Grand Conclave Photos



76th Grand Conclave Photos



2011 District Meeting

66TH 12TH DISTRICT MEETING

SEATAC, WASHINGTON

MAY 12-15, 2011

SEA TAC MARRIOTT HOTEL

ROOM RATES $109.00/ AIRPORT SHUTTLE

REGISTRATION Sep. 1, 2010-April 30, 2011 $175.00

May 1, 2011-May 16, 2011, $250.00

Checks payable to The Pearl Foundation of Puget Sound, 12th

District Meeting

Mail to: Delta Pi Chapter, P.O. Box 44095, Tacoma, WA 99444-0095

Documents

12thD Newsletter 2010 11 Nov