WHAT HAPPENED TO BLACK GREEK LIFE ORGANIZATIONS AT UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC?
About
Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity, Inc. AΦA
The fraternity's motto:
"First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All," encapsulates the guiding principles that each Alpha man has embraced since the fraternity's inception. This motto embodies the commitment to manly deeds, scholarship, and love for all humanity, shaping the fraternity's mission and values over the years.
The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity was founded by seven young Black college men who were excluded from mainstream college activities on Cornell University's campus. These men - Henry A. Callis, Charles H. Chapman, Eugene Krickle Jones, George B. Kelley, Robert H. Ogle, and Vertner T. Tandy - formed a Brotherhood that has endured for over a century. More than ten thousand brothers have upheld the ideals outlined in 1906.
Throughout the fraternity's history, the motto has remained steadfast, much like the Sphinx of Saza, a silent yet powerful symbol of solidarity and unity among all brothers. As Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated continues its journey, it remains a beacon of inspiration, symbolizing the enduring spirit of brotherhood and the pursuit of excellence.
The Beginning
In 1978, the University of the Pacific successfully met all the requirements to establish the presence of Alpha Phi Alpha on its campus.
The Dance of '81
This document describes an event that was hosted by the fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha. The exact date is unknown but the event either takes place during the fall semester of 1980 or the spring semester of 1981. Overall, the document highlights an incident that happened during the APA event, where it states that the actual event that APA hosted was actually an unscheduled event and was unrecognized by the school. Unfortunately, the overall result of this event did turn out for the worse. In the end, there were seven arrests that were made because high schoolers were able to sneak into the event even though they weren’t allowed on the campus and also because they weren’t invited (since it was one of the events that wasn’t necessarily open to the public. Because of this incident, many people (including administration) wanted to have not only APA pay for anything that transpired (like damages and extra security) but also have their privileges revoked when it comes to using/booking anything associated with the university (like venues, ballrooms, and just rooms in general). This was overall a very significant event because it ended up putting the actual organization in deep administrative trouble. As well there is a real possibility that APA faces a real possibility of being suspended/deactivated from the UOP campus. But luckily it never came to that because, despite the incident, APA was still able to continue to charter at UOP and even host events on the campus.
The Future
In a interview conducted by J'son Lumpkins with Dr. Donte Miller, it becomes clear that Dr. Miller is actively working towards reinstating Alpha Phi Alpha's Nu Chi chapter. His vision extends beyond the confines of a single campus, as he aims to forge a collaborative effort by bringing together chapters from Sacramento State, UC Davis, and San Joaquin Delta. This strategic collaboration is designed to reinstate the Nu Chi chapter and create a more prominent and expansive brotherhood.
