Official Newsletter of the Hendersonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Ramsey James, Chapter Polemarch 2010-2011 Kenton D. Wesby, Chapter Reporter Jeremy Brown, Post Editor

AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE HENDERSONVILLE ALUMNI CHAPTER OCTOBER VOL. 3 ISSUE 1

As Polemarch of The Hendersonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. I welcome you to another exciting fraternal year. It is our hope that you find our Chapter to be extremely involved in serving Sumner County (Hendersonville) and the Greater Nashville Community. Our chapter is built on the Foundation of Fellowship, Community Service, and Chapter Involvement. As we progress into 100 years of Achievement, we invite you to celebrate and fellowship with us.

The H’ville’s Kappa spotlight is the executive leadership of the Hendersonville Alumni Chapter. As we head into our Centennial Year, it is important to have leadership with vision. It is my pleasure and honor to salute Polemarch Ramsey James, Vice-Polemarch Larry Whaley, Keeper of Exchequer Deandre Thomas and Keeper of Records Almichael Rodgers as they continue to pursue Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor.

Passing the Torch - Past Polemarch's Perspective

The phrase “Passing the Torch” has been around for several decades, especially as it relates to the Olympics. The Olympic Torch today is ignited several months before the opening celebration of the Olympic Games. The final carrier is often unannounced until the last moment. The final bearer of the torch runs towards the cauldron, often placed at the top of the grand staircase, and then uses the torch to start the flame in the stadium signifying the start of the games. Likewise, future aspiring Polemarchs need to be in training now, preparing themselves to be a torch bearer one day. Long before their administration takes the oath there must be a fire of Phi Nu Pi that burns deeply within. When you pass the torch to someone, you pass on tradition and responsibility. I thank those Chapter Polemarchs who came before me and allowed me the opportunity to be a torch bearer. I thank those Brothers for all their support, along with community sponsors that allowed the Hendersonville Alumni Chapter to flourish to new heights. Being recognized as Chapter of the Year within the South Central Province for the past 4 years speaks of the dedication and commitment to Achievement this Chapter upholds. To the new torch bearer, Polemarch Ramsey James, continue to hold the torch high and carry it as far as you can, while staying faithful to the mission placed before you. In the same way, the Olympics bring people from all walks of life together, let us continue to nurture our “Bond of Fraternity” into the ultimate form of unity. As we approach the Centennial Celebration of our Great Fraternity, let us reflect on our accomplishments, while never “Resting on the Shield”. Our Founders would want us to press on and keep the good fight until we all reach that grand stage at the golden shore.

Chris Berry Hendersonville Alumni Fall 2001 - Karbon 8

The Brothers of Hendersonville Alumni Chapter will be supporting the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” Event. Here is how you can participate: 1.)Go to www.relayforlife.org/hendersonville 2.) Join our team and Donate to TEAM ACHIEVEMENT-H’ville

Let’s continue to rally around this great cause. For any questions please feel free to contact 615-887-8151.

“To Inspire Service in the Public Interest”

Saturday May 7th, 2011 4pm-12am

The Hendersonville Alumni Chapter’s goal is to have a significant impact in the Sumner County community and the greater Middle Tennessee area. Our 13th annual Thanksgiving Baskets Drive was a huge success as we were able to feed 100 deserving families. Our partnership with the Mid-Cumberland Agency and AWG has been a staple in the community. Shaun Knox, expressed his gratitude for all the financial contributions and support for this noble cause during these tough economic times.

The Hendersonville Alumni Chapter’s members enjoyed themselves and collectively were able to sort 3700 pounds of food from the Freezer of The

Second Harvest Food Bank. Bro. Chris Berry would like to thanks all that came out to assist with the community service project. Great job

Brothers Chris Berry and Reginald King of Hendersonville Alumni, gathered together at a local area Chili’s Restaurant to show support for its Annual Charity Day. All proceeds from food sales went to benefit St Jude’s Children Research Hospital.

Brothers Micky Lundy and Kenton Wesby along with their wives Silhouette Latisha Lundy and Tanisha Wesby participated in the Share Walk aimed at bringing awareness to parents who have experienced the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant death.

365 NUPE is a health and wellness initiative developed by the Hendersonville Alumni Chapter aimed at

providing opportunities for brothers in the Middle TN. Area to stay healthy and stay fit.

This years Kook-Out continued the legacy of achievement as we celebrated

our chapter’s 15 year anniversary. With food fun and fellowship being the main goals of this year’s Kook-Out, the

Hendersonville Alumni Chapter recognize that brotherhood is always the most important part of the Bond. Special thanks goes out to Bro. Artie

Prince and his committee for an outstanding job on this years Kook-Out.

As we enter another fraternal year, our Hendersonville Leadership reveal the plan to all the brothers who attended the first fraternal meeting.

If would like to contact us about our C&C events or any other H’ville events, please email us at progressiveposthville@yahoo.com or visit us at Facebook at HendersonvilleAlumniChapterNupes.

Christmas 4 Kids December 14th Wal-mart Hendersonville, TN

On January 5, 2011 the men of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc will be celebrating 100 Years of Achievement. We invite all Brothers in the Middle TN area to come fellowship on this special occasion. 6:00pm Social Hour - Grand Ball Room 7:00pm Program with Dinner Served For questions please contact 615-498-1521

Middle Tennessee Founder's Day - Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Celebrating 100 years

KAPPA ALPHA PSI PARTNERS WITH GREEK ALUMNI COUNCIL TO RAISE $250,000 FOR PINEY WOODS THROUGH THE PEPSI REFRESH PROJECT

(Philadelphia, PA) November 17, 2010 – Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., through the KAPPA Foundation, is proud to announce a partnership with The Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) Greek Alumni Council (GAC) in an attempt to raise a combined total of $300,000 for their respective projects. The organizations will assist each other in pursuit of grants through the Pepsi Refresh Project, which awards $1.3 million a month to charitable causes voted on by the general public. Pepsi accepts only 1,000 grant applications per month, and only the top vote-getting groups in each category receive funding each month. Both WPI and Kappa Alpha Psi’s proposals will be posted until November 30th where supporters of the projects will be able to vote once per use of three different methods each day: via text message, Facebook, and the Pepsi Refresh website after a one-time registering process. Only the top two winners in the $250,000 category receive funding and will be announced December 1st.

Individuals who wish to support the projects should do so in three ways every day: Log-on daily to www.refresheverything.com/kappakamp to vote for Kappa and then search for keyword "GAC” to vote for WPI 2. Log-in and vote daily using Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pepsi) 3. Text daily to Pepsi (73774): Text the code 104047 for Kappa Kamp and 103710 for GAC

Guide Right

A positive force in the community...

Guide Right is a program for the educational and occupational guidance of youth, primarily inspirational and informational in character. Its reach extends to high schools and colleges alike.

Conceived in 1922 by Leon W. Stewart, and suggested at the twelfth Grand Chapter Conclave, Guide Right became the Fraternity's National Service Program.

“Stay tune to more information regarding the Hendersonville Alumni Chapters Guide Right Initiative”

Coming Soon

Brothers:

I regretfully inform you of the passing of Elder Watson Diggs Awardee Keflyn X. Reed. Brother Reed joined the Chapter Invisible this morning after battling illness. Some of you may know that Just a few weeks ago, he celebrated his 50th Birthday. I spoke with him at the time and found his enthusiasm surrounding this milestone more noticeable than normal from Keflyn. In hindsight, I believe he knew that it could likely be his last.

Keflyn has Achieved on all levels of our fraternity’s structure. He is one of the few Brothers who have been awarded both the Guy L. Grant and EWD awards. Under Brother Reed’s leadership, The Journal has blossomed. The content and format have stood out and made our formal publication one of the best in not just the Greek World, but throughout the Association Industry. In fact, during his tenure we received several honors from the CFEA, the entity that rates Greek publications. His loss will be felt.

I know you join me in wishing his family the very best and you most sincere condolences during these challenging times. Details will be provided when they are available. God Bless our Brother, Dr. Keflyn X. Reed.

Thanks. OneKAPPA!

Brother Mervyn “Skeeter” Jordan

Nashville Alumni Chapter.

I present to most and introduce to others the newest editions to the Hendersonville Alumni Chapter. Brandon Perry, Mack Cox, Brandon

Walker and Julius Gallon. We congratulate these brothers on their journey into Kappa Land and welcome them to the best fraternity on earth. YO!!!!!

Kenton D. Wesby Reporter

Jeremy Brown Editor

Greeting brothers, we would like to thank you for your continued support of the Progressive Post. We would also like to encourage all brothers to submit

any valuable information to the chapter newsletter. Remember this resource is here for you. If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions please email

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ONE KAPPA!