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OHIO and WEST VIRGINIA The Chronicle Winter 2019 Table of Content To the at- the establishment of four endowed Zeta Sigma & Chi Alpha tendees of the scholarships (minimum of $25,000.00 (Southern WV Omega Reunion)..2 2019 Fourth to each university) in the names of: Chi Alpha Chapter District Meet- Brother Dr. R. Charles Byers Endowed (Reactivation)…………………...........3 ing, Scholarship (West Virginia State Uni- Beta Iota Chapter versity), Brother Devin Moore Memo- (Articles)……………………………4 & 17 First giving rial Endowed Scholarship (Kent State Chi Alpha Chapter (Articles)….…………………..4,18 & 23 honor to my University), Brother Jamail E. Johnson Delta Alpha Chapter Lord and Sav- Endowed Scholarship (Youngstown (Achievement Week)...……………..5 ior Jesus Christ, I greet you in Friend- State University), and Brother Colonel Mu Chi Chapter ship and Fraternity! Charles Young Endowed Scholarship (Scholarship Golf Outing)………….5 (Wilberforce University). We are mak- Mu Iota Chapter Secondly, let me thank my lady, my ing a positive impact in Ohio and West (Voter’s Registration)…..…………..6 lover, my beautiful and brilliant wife, Virginia by giving thousands of dollars Psi Omicron Chapter (Jamail E. Johnson Memorial Schol- Teresa Robinson. Teresa, you have in scholarships, providing community arship Endowment)…….…….…….6 endured the extensive traveling activities, volunteering countless hours Sigma Psi Chapter (oftentimes traveling with me), and you for mentoring and fatherhood pro- (Undergrad Crowned Homecoming King) …………….………………………...7 remained patient while I was occupied grams, as well participating in other on calls, and in meetings. You and my worthwhile endeavors. Xi Chi Chapter (Social Action) ………………………...7 awesome children have remained sup- Xi Iota Iota Chapter portive, as I have served the Fourth Hence, please utilize this meeting to (Board of Directors) …...…………..7 District with the spirit of excellence. enjoy the comradery; make strategic Zeta Kappa Kappa Chapter alliances to better uplift our communi- (Achievement Week)……………….8 Finally, attendees, thank you for grac- ties; learn more Omega acumen; and Xi Iota Iota Chapter (Achievement Week)……………….8 ing the Mighty Fourth District with make sure you go back to your respec- your presence. It is our prayer you felt tive Chapters more empowered for ser- Tau Xi Chapter th (Spirit of Community Award)…..9 welcomed upon arriving at the 78 An- vice. Zeta Omega Chapter nual Fourth District Meeting. Our Dis- (Articles) …………...11, 19, 21 & 24 trict Marshal, Brother Dr. Fred Aikens, May God bless, guide, and keep you. Mu Iota Chapter the Brothers of Delta Alpha and Eta “Welcome and enjoy!” (Social Action) ….……..15, 20 & 23 Gamma Chapters and a host of Broth- Mu Chi Chapter ers from the Fourth District, have Yours in Friendship and Fraternity, (Achievement Week) …………...15 worked hard to ensure that your stay in Mu Iota Chapter (Achievement Week)…………….16 Dayton, Ohio will be memorable, im- Bobby L. Robinson Mu Chi Chapter pactful, and joyous. (Cleve L. Abbott Award) .……...17 Bro. Bobby L. Robinson Alpha Alpha Alpha Chapter Edgar A. Love, Oscar J. Cooper, and 2-85-Gamma Lambda th (Blood Drive) …….………………...17 Frank Coleman, with the help of their 28 Fourth District Representative Zeta Kappa Kappa Chapter faculty advisor, Ernest E. Just founded (Talent Hunt) …………………......18 the greatest fraternity. These three col- “Friendship is Essential to the Soul” Delta Alpha Chapter (Talent Hunt) .……….…………….20 lege students were already friends but Fourth District they knew the importance of organiz- (Colonel Charles Young 155 Birth- ing and incorporating Omega Psi Phi day Event) ……………...…………..25 Fraternity. This would be the impetus Psi Gamma to making a difference in the lives of (50th Anniversary) …………..….26 black people throughout the diaspora. Nu Zeta Chapter (45th Anniversary).….…………..27 Recently, the Fourth District facilitated A Southern WV Omega Reunion Submitted By: Bro. Bennie Jenkins During the weekend of October 5th, 2018, the Brothers of Zeta Sigma and Chi Alpha Chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. descended upon the campus of Bluefield State College. The Chapters are home to Bluefield State College, Concord University, and Bluefield College. This gathering was held with multiple purposes, in- cluding cleaning the Omega Plot and visiting the Concord University campus for homecoming. In Athens WV, on the campus of Concord University, the brothers made their presence felt by greeting and partaking in homecoming festivities. The brothers also engaged and encouraged the youth football team; the “Lil Knights of McDowell County WV”, coached by Aaron Hood, as they were also present on campus for homecoming. Many words of wisdom, experience and encouragement was shared with players and their coaches. These expressions were heartfelt as most of the chapter’s members are former football players. Kevin Garrett, Director of Athletics at Concord, greeted the brothers with expressions of gratitude for their show of support at Concord and stated he would “welcome and support Omega” in any future visits back to campus. Concord looks forward to Omega being a positive presence in the communities of Athens, Bluefield and Princeton, WV in the future as it once was. The brothers’ final stop was at West Virginia State University in Institute, WV to visit the Brothers of Theta Psi. Theta Psi displayed the true meaning of friendship to the brothers of Zeta Sigma and Chi Alpha as the spirit of Omega was on the campus. These expressions of brotherhood were also extended throughout the greater Charleston communities. In response to the brothers of Zeta Sigma and Chi Alpha seeking guidance on how to get their chapters reac- tivated, a meeting was held with the 4th District, D.R. Brother Bobby Robinson. Brother Robinson advised the brothers of the proper procedures and work required moving forward to getting the chapters reactivated. 2 Chi Alpha Reactivation in Southern West Virginia Submitted By: Bro. Bennie Jenkins After an absence in excess of 30 years, effective November 2018 (under the guidance of the 4th District Repre- sentative, Brother Elder Bobby L. Robinson), Chi Alpha was successfully reactivated and ready for service. Led by Brother James Rowland, Chi Alpha was chartered October 1, 1939 in Bluefield, WV. The chapter is under the leadership of Brother Ronald Walker serving as Basileus, with 13 active members. On November 18, 2018 Chi Alpha traveled to Hinesville, GA to support Brother Bobby Robinson as the keynote speaker at Beta Gamma Gamma Chapter’s Achievement Week Banquet. The Achievement Week was chaired by Brother Richard Smith Sr., who will serve as Chi Alpha Chapter’s Vice Basileus. The evening was a grand event. There were many 7th District Omega men and other members of the Divine Nine in attendance. Several broth- ers received awards for their dedicated service in Omega and the community. The night was an inspirational event as Brother Robinson delivered a speech that many said was uplifting, motivational, rejuvenating, and em- powering which concluded with a well deserving standing ovation. Many patrons praised the topic that Brother Robinson spoke about so much, that they indicated they would use the topic in their own community and/or upcoming chapter meetings. At the end of the banquet, Brother Robinson performed the installation of the newly elected officers for Beta Gamma Gamma. After the conclusion of the banquet, Brother Robinson led the Chi Alpha newly elected officers into their own installation ceremony. This was another very empowering and motivational performance from Brother Robin- son as he shared many words of encouragement to Chi Alpha. Chi Alpha Chapter Officers: Bro. Ronald Walker - Basileus Bro. Richard Smith Sr. - Vice Basileus Bro. Leon Parker - Keeper of Records and Seals Bro. H. Derrick Wells - Keeper of Finance Bro. Bennie Jenkins - Public Relations Chi Alpha is already making their presence in the communities and schools. The leaders of the community are excited that the men of Omega are back. 3 College Prep Workshop 2018 The men of Beta Iota chapter partnered with the ladies of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to host the 2018 College Prep Workshop. The wonderful event was held on the campus of the Univer- sity of Cincinnati on November 10, 2018. Over 100 students and parents were in attendance to gain valuable in- formation on preparing for college. Both organizations presented infor- mation on ACT/SAT prep and how to apply to colleges and universities. A student and parent panel helped provide the students and parents first hand ad- vice on college life. Financial experts presented multiple ways for parents and students to finance their goals of attend- ing college. Chi Alpha Thanksgiving Turkey Donations Submitted By: Bennie Jenkins November 21, 2018 the brothers of Chi Alpha Chapter completed their first service of charity to the community of Bluefield, WV. Led by the Social Actions Chair, Bro. Ken Hunt, the chapter donated 10 turkeys to help families in need for Thanksgiving. Brother Hunt met with Reverend Moore of Scott Street Baptist Church to connect with families in need of help with their Thanksgiving meal. The brothers of Chi Alpha, along with Rev. Moore, met with a representative of each family at the church to give them a turkey. The brothers were also able to speak with the families and let them know that Omega is back in the community and ready to assist in areas of need. With the chapter just being reactivated less than a month ago, the bothers and community was pleased with the outcome. Chi Alpha Basileus, Brother Ronald Walker, stated with passion and determination “This is just the beginning of the rejuvenation of Omega’s presence in the communities of Southern WV“. Brother Hunt, who grew up in Bluefield, said “it was a long time coming and now we home”. 4 Delta Alpha Chapter Celebrates Achievement Week and Awards $3,000 in Student Scholarships Written by Bro. Melvin Whitlow DAYTON, Ohio – On Founder’s Day November 17, 2018 Delta Alpha chapter hosted its annual Achievement Week Banquet at Sinclair Community College.