Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek- letter fraternity in the United States established for men of African descent, was founded in 1906 at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York by seven college men who recognized the need for a strong bond of Brotherhood between Af- rican Americans. The visionary founders, known as the “Jewels” of the Fraternity, are: Henry Arthur Callis, Charles Henry Chapman, Eugene Kinckle Jones, George Biddle Kelley, Nathaniel Allison Murray, Robert Harold Ogle and Vertner Woodson Tandy. Mission Statement Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops lead- ers, promotes brotherhood and academic excel- Hampton University lence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. 2016 Leadership Founded in 1868 as one of Development the naƟon’s outstanding Institute Historically Black Colleges Program and UniversiƟes. LDI South Team Anthony Cheatham, Chair Samuel Armstrong Brandon Barrett Stacy Culler Rodney Frank Calvin Harris Joseph McMillan Hampton University William Nolen Hampton, VA June 23‐26, 2016 LDI South—Program & LDI Registration Workshops High school male students who are rising The Leadership Development Institute has sophomore, junior and senior are eligible to attend the LDI Program. Chapters within the Eastern provided high school students a unique opportunity Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity serve as to develop leadership skills in a university sponsors for the Alpha Ambassador. Parents are atmosphere since 1983. Intensive and exciting also welcome to pay the registration fee for their son workshops, lectures, small group discussions, to attend the program. interactive seminars, tours, and recreational and cultural activities have been provided over the years The LDI registration cost is $400. The fee covers to engage and educate participants. Participants the campus lodging, meals, transportation and some have been groomed and trained to assume roles in miscellaneous expenses that may be incurred by the the future as leaders and good citizens throughout LDI Program. their communities. The LDI Workshops are facilitated by college and alumni brothers from the The LDI registration form is located on the LDI Leadership Development Eastern Region who are experts in their chosen website, www.ldieast.org, and must be completed professions and knowledgeable on the topics by the sponsored chapter. Institute present to the LDI Alpha Ambassadors. LDI Registration fee can be paid by check or money LDI Workshops order and made out to: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated LDI Orientation with Alpha Ambassadors (Alpha Phi Alpha) has been the hallmark of Alpha Scholarship Endowment Fund & Parents leadership development, providing our nation Campus Life and Security Mail to: and the world with leaders whose talents have Leadership 101 & 102 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. contributed immeasurable value to humanity The True Value and Cost of Education 811 East Randolph Road and civilization. Networking and Personal Presentation Silver Spring, MD 20904 Lessons on Leadership ATTN: LDI Registration The Leadership Development Institute (LDI) College Choices, Scholarship and Financial Aid was chartered in the Eastern Region in 1983 Appropriate Dress for Any Occasion Chapters can pay for the registration fee now for and is housed within the William Ross Dining Etiquette their Alpha Ambassador and register them at a later Education Foundation, a 501(c) 3 Social Media—Protecting Your Brand date. LDI seed money is needed to pay for upfront organization. For the exception of its first operating expenses and facility deposits. year, the program has been held continuously LDI Program Activities on the campus of Howard University, located University Campus Tour LDI REGISTRATION in Washington, D.C., under the auspices of the Program Orientation Mu Lambda Chapter Welcome and Opening Program Team Building Sessions LDI reaches out to the brightest and best and Alpha Ambassador Reflections instills leadership qualities and skills that will Alpha Ambassador Team Project assist them in becoming tomorrow’s leaders Cultural Excursion today. Utilizing various buildings and facilities Morning Affirmations on the campus of Howard University, Ecumenical and Awards Program Washington, D.C., George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, University of Maryland Baltimore County, St. John’s University, Manhattan, NY and Morgan State University, Baltimore, MD. LDI has expanded its program and is now hosted at the Eastern Region Convention and LDI North in New York . .