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MEMBERSHIP

Kappa Alpha Psi® Fraternity, Inc. does not condone hazing. To view the fraternity's position on hazing click here.

 

Membership is a solemn commitment to this Fraternity, the maker of the commitment becomes synonymous with the commitment itself.

 

Membership in Kappa Alpha Psi® is a lifelong dedication to the ideas and lofty purposes of Kappa Alpha Psi, which considers for membership only those aspirants whose personal, social and academic qualifications are acceptable to both the College and Fraternity.  Expectations concerning maturity and dedication are made upon new members and established members alike.  

 

Maturity is more than simply reaching a certain age. Maturity to us means acceptance of reality, the ability to sacrifice and set goals, consideration of others, incisive judgment, emotional balance, development of social skills, intellectual competence, and moral rectitude.  We expect our members to be mature.

 

Dedication means putting those characteristics of maturity into a lifelong program of action to advance the goals and purposes of Kappa Alpha Psi®.  We expect our members to be dedicated.  But do not let personal goals supersede those of the Fraternity. A person who feels he would do the Fraternity a favor by joining is not worthy of membership. No one who holds himself superior to the Brotherhood of Kappa Alpha Psi® is worthy of this distinction.

 

Kappa Alpha Psi® is not interested in the simple accumulation of members and chapters. Its emphasis, however, is in the quality and integrity of its membership. Membership quality manifests itself through an intangible element of brotherhood we call "that Good Old Kappa Spirit."

 

RECLAMATION

The Grand Polemarch has made it his priority to have Brothers reclaimed to our Noble Bond. Many of you have been out of touch and have expressed a genuine interest in becoming active again. My job is to reach out to as many Brothers as possible to help you obtain that goal.


The Brothers of the Upper Marlboro/Waldorf (MD) Alumni Chapter offer a wide variety of committees supporting our work in the community and a desire for achievement not seen in many alumni chapters across the country. We continue to put in the work necessary in maintaining our standing as one of the premiere alumni chapters in the Eastern Province. Some of our achievements are:
 

  • Our Guide Right Program continues to serve the community with our Kappa League program

  • Recently revised website to keep you up-to-date on all Chapter and Province events

 

I would like to extend an invitation for you to take the opportunity to check our website for upcoming events to fellowship and reacquaint with the greatest Fraternity known to man!  


Kappa Alpha Psi® is not interested in the simple accumulation of members and chapters. Its emphasis, however, is in the quality and integrity of its membership. Membership quality manifests itself through an intangible element of brotherhood we call “that Good Old Kappa Spirit.”

Take the time to check the calendar of events on this website for meeting and activity dates and times, and please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.  Monthly meetings and activities are excellent opportunities to meet the brothers of the Upper Marlboro/Waldorf (MD) Alumni Chapter and decide if this chapter is a good fit for you.

Yours in the Bond,

 

Michael Barnes
Chairman, Reclamation Committee  

umwkapsi@gmail.com

Acceptable qualities of Kappa Alpha Psi® members include:

 

  • The disposition to live in close companionship with men of similar values.

  • The wisdom to abide by the will of the majority without sacrificing individuality.

  • The discretion to refrain from destructive criticism while seeking to remove the causes of such criticism.

  • The acceptance of responsibility for any effort that moves the group forward.

  • The desire to strive for, and ultimately achieve, excellence in everything you do.

  • The commitment to train for leadership.

  • The resolution to give lifelong financial support and commitment to the maintenance and development of the Fraternity's programs and purposes.

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If you are interested in becoming a member of Kappa Alpha Psi® Fraternity, Inc.,

please fill out the form below to contact our Membership Training Academy Chairman.

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