gridiron well on their way. These young men will bring a new fire to make Alpha's light even brighter. On February 5, 1989 UTM saw the first Male Academic Achievers program. The program was to pay tribute to the black males who have succeeded academically thus far in their scholastic endeavors, Four of the nine pledges were among those honored. The members of Mu Beta Chapter will continue to work for this grand Fraternity and, "let our light shine so that men shall see our good work." —Jeff Brown
florida The lota Beta Lambda Chapter, Cocoa, Florida. lota Beta Lambda Commemorative Observance Dr. Huel D. Perkins Speaks The brothers of Iota Beta Lambda chapter, Cocoa, Florida held its eleventh annual observance to the late Brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, January 14, 1989. Our speaker for the occasion was Brother Dr.' Huel D. Perkins, Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation Chairman. Brother Perkins told those in attendance that Dr. King made a difference and local black leaders must make Dr. King's dream of equality a realty in their own community. Dr. Perkins stressed that blacks must study the sciences and mathematics if they want to excel in modern society, and must take swift and strong action to stem the drug problem that he called "intellectural suicide." "Dr. King taught us to believe in ourselves and each other. We don't just honor Martin Luther King, we honor the best that is in all of us." Dr. Perkins received an honor award for being our guest speaker. Also receiving awards were Brother Mack McKinney and Willie Smith for their outstanding contribution to the chapter over the past year. Community service awards were given to Iota Pi Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Links, Inc. for their outstanding contribution in support of Iota Beta Lambda presentation of our national program "PROJECT ALPHA." For the past eleven years the brotherhood of Iota Beta Lambda chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. has honored our late Brother Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and tried to keep his dream alive, by giving our Page 54
young people a positive outlook on themselves. After the observance Brother Albert L. Owens and wife hosted a reception for the speaker, brothers and guests. —Albert L. Owens
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Notorious Nu Mu Sustains Nu Mu Chapter of the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Southern College of Technology proudly strode through the past year with many noteworthy events, continuing to hold high the everlasting light of Alpha. Academically, the Brothers of Nu Mu proved their diligence by being honored as the "Most Improved" for the 1988-1989 school year. In addition, Brother Scott Stinson was recognized nationally in such publications as Essence, Ebony and Black Enterprise for his excellence as an internist with AT&T Bell Labs as well as receiving the "Most Outstanding Scholar" SECME Award this spring and graduating with no less than a 3.5 G.P.A. Nu Mu proved its dedication to serving those in the community in several ways including helping the Cub Scout pack 466 of Fowler Street Elementary School in the Techwood homes area. Under the Guidance of Nu Mu, the pack was officially chartered and funds were raised to provide uniforms. Moreover, the scouts enjoyed "Scout Day" at the Circus and gave a small presentation during Nu Mu's Alpha Week 1989.
Continuing in this light, the Brothers and Sweethearts made visits to Roosevelt house, a local convalescent home, where they entertained and visited the residents, including a special trip on Valentine's Day. Nu Mu also worked to help raise funds for the Lukemia Society in the Pizza Hut Hoops program. Over Thanksgiving, the Brothers gave their time to those less fortunate by collecting and distributing food to the Atlanta Union Mission. Most recently, Nu Mu founded a monthly column in the Ga Tech Technique named"History Highlights" to benefit all readers on history of Black Americans. Lastly, Nu Mu has memorialized one of its own, deceased Brother Eugene Little of Nu Mu in the early 80's. Upon learning of his early death the Brothers have officially established the Eugene Little Scholarship Fund to benefit an underprivileged black student admitted to Ga Tech. Though in its incipency, the Fund was honored by a first donation by Dr. Patrick Crecine, President of Ga Tech, in a formal ceremony. The Brothers of Nu Mu are continually reaching out to help those who may not be able to help themselves. Nu Mu prides itself on bringing to the campus programs for the benefit of all people in the campus community. During the past year these have focused on problems in the Black community. "Grass Roots Survival" was presented for the freshmen and incoming freshmen in the summer of 1988 as an oratorical on academic and personal success. Fall, brought the annual Black & Gold Ball in which all proceeds went to benefit the Cub Scouts. The Brothers won first in a Step Show for The Sphinx/Winter 1989