McNeese State University - Log Yearbook (Lake Charles, LA)

Page 159 text:

Prather ho THE Li ALFRED MOUTON (advisor), Anthony Mal- brough, Charles Landry, Eddie Goodley, Daryl Avery, Kevin Wykoff, Toronto Spikes, Greg Watson and Wilfred Gallien. SPHINXMEN PLEDGES Ron Steward and Mark Woods remain in constant form, even at the Homecoming Game. omradery and the spirit of high idealism are two factors which motivate the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fra- ternity, Inc. To these men, their. fraternity also in- corporates friendship, welfare and brotherhood. Alpha Phi Alpha began as a social interest group among students at Cornell University. At the New York University, in December, 1906, the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was originally founded. Through the years, it has grown to promote scholarship, community service and the love of all mankind. The Theta-Theta chapter was chartered on the McNeese campus in 1973 and worked this year under the leadership of President Daryl Avery. Other officers include: Charles Landry, vice-president; Greg Watson, secretary; Wilfred Gallien, Jr., treasurer; Anthony G. Malbrough, dean of pledges; Toronto Spikes, education director; and Greg Mitchell, chaplain. Alfred Mouton serves as advisor. The group worked together in completing a variety of proj- ects throughout the year. In the fall semester, they sponsored the annual Homecoming dance, held a Thanksgiving fund drive and observed Founder’s Day in December. Spring activities included the Spring Rush for membership and participation in the annual Greek Week competition in March as well as active participation in the periodic stomp shows. THE PLEDGED Sphinxmen are Ron Steward, Michael Woods and Mark Woods. DARYL AVERY, President, delivers his message at an Alpha Phi Alpha meet- ing. ® Alpha Phi Alpha 155

Page 158 text:

ervice to all mankind’ is the motto of Alpha Kappa Alpha. In keeping with this motto, the sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha assisted with the National Air Show, the Mayor’s Trash Bash and participated in the Health Fair. Every year the sorority supports the Battered Women’s Shelter, the NAACP, the Sickle Cell Anemia Foun- dation and the Foreman-Reynaud YMCA. Alpha Kappa Alpha, established at Howard University in 1908, is the oldest sorority for black professional women. It s dedicated to cultivating and encouraging high scholastic and ethical standards as well as to promoting friend- ship among college wom- en. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s colors are salmon pink and apple green and their spirit is symbolized by the tea rose. Officers for the 1987- 88 term are: Bridgette Goodwin, president; Mon- ley Gpely, iwike@e president; Bridgette Fontenot, treasurer; Suzanne Davis, secretary; and Shery! Wilkins, dean of pledges. Rose Williams serves aS graduate advi- sor. Vickie Bailey Lorette Bellow Suzanne Davis Lisa Manuel Ursella Parker 154 Alpha Kappa Alpha ( ) Kim Prater Valerie Wilkins —

Page 160 text:

— Zeta Phi Beta harles Robert Taylor and Langston Tay- lor, members of Phi Beta Sigma Fra- ternity, organized Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at Howard University on January 16, 1920. This made Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma the first official Greek brother and sister organization for black university students. The Lambda Gamma Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta was the first black sorority on the McNeese campus. Local objectives are promoting sisterly love, excellence of scholarship and service to the community. One of the most productive and successful projects of the sorority is called the ‘‘Stork’s Nest.” This ongoing program was designed to help expectant mothers obtain the various ne- cessities their children will require during their early years. Officers for the 1987-88 term include: Lor- raine Ramsey, presid ent; Melissa Sam, vice- president; Angela Mitchell, secretary; and Lor- raine Ramsey, treasurer. Advisor for the group is Louella Kickum. iced LORRAINE RAMSEY offers helpful in- formation at a display table for the Fall Rush. ty nm. Angela Mitchell Lorraine Ramsey Melissa Sam 156 Zeta Phi Beta