Kappa Alpha Psi - Cumulative Test - 1

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Elder Watson Diggs, Byron Kenneth Armstrong, & John Milton Lee

Who worked together to complete the Coat of Arms while pursuing employment at a hotel in Fort Wayne, Indiana?

Elder Watson Diggs & Byron Kenneth Armstrong

Who worked together to complete the rituals?

Elder Watson Diggs, J. Ernest Wilkins, & W. Ellis Stewart

Who wrote the Constitution in 1926?

if written, the letter Psi is almost identical to the symbol of the university where it was founded, "I U"

With changing the name, Nu was replaced with Psi. Why?

What is the purpose of parliamentary procedures?

To effectively handle group business in an orderly and efficient manner.

University of Illinois

Beta (Ββ)

University of Nebraska

Eta (Ηη)

Temple

Lamda (Λλ)

13 members appointed by Grand Polemarch . Responsible for giving awards except Laurel Wreath .

Achievement Commission

Indiana University

Alpha (Αα)

How do members get their say under parliamentary procedures?

By making a motion, debating motions, and voting on motions.

Boston University

Chi (Χχ)

Compilation of fundamental rules governing the fraternity.

Constitution

Wilberforce University

Delta (Δδ)

Born April 8, 1892 in West field, Indiana- June 28, 1980 -Met E.W.D @ Howard then transferred to IU -A.B. from I.U. fall 1913 -PH.D from University of Michigan in 1940 -6th Laurel Wreath Recipient -Has an award named after him for Undergraduate member for Outstanding Academic Achievement.

Dr. Byron Kenneth Armstrong

Born July 18, 1891 in Bloomington, Indiana - September 29, 1971 -M.D. from the Medical school of Indiana University in 1919 -Served in Army medical corps during WW1 -Non-Voting member of the Grand Board of Directors.

Dr. Ezra Dee Alexander

Born April 9, 1891 in New Albany, Indiana - November 11, 1973 -A.B degree from IU in 1915 -D.D.S degree from IU dental school in 1920 -Practiced dentistry in Indiana for over 50 years -Grand Historian -Has an award named after him for undergraduate members of the fraternity who exhibit meritorious contributions to the frateritiys advancement.

Dr. Guy Levis Grant

Born January 3, 1889 in Franklin, Indiana - October 9, 1959 -Organized the Electric Engineering Company -U.S. Army WW1 -Dental school of University of Pittsburgh -1st black to receive M.S in Prosthetic Dentistry from University of Pittsburgh Dental School

Dr. Marcus Peter Blakemore

Born August 13, 1893 in Spencer, Indiana - November 4th, 1982 -Left school to pursue a journalism career in various cites in the U.S -WW1 he enlisted in the U.S. army -Awarded for bravery and valor -Organized and Operated the Afro-American manufacturing company in Chicago, which produced novelties, candies, and specialities. -Has an award named after him for undergraduate chapters for outstanding achievement. -The last founder living.

Edward Giles Irvin

Born December 23, 1883 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky - November 8, 1947 -Enrolled at Howard then transferred to Indiana University fall 1910. -He was among the first group of members to enter the service during WW1. -Grand Polemarch for 6 years. -1st Laurel Wreath Recipient in 1924 -Has the 2nd highest award in the Fraternity named after him.

Elder Watson Diggs

Lincoln University

Epsilon (Εε)

University of Iowa

Gamma (Γγ)

August 13,1890 in Knight Township, Indiana- June 13, 1962 -Enrolled IU in fall 1910 -Had to leave to take care of his family - Worked the coal mines and railroads

George Wesley Edmonds

Born June 30, 1890 in Owensboro, Kentucky - March 5, 1963 -Served in Infantry at the rank of Corporal during WW1 -Stationed in France for over a year - L.L.B from the Detroit college of law

Henry Turner Asher

By delegates at the Grand Chapter Meeting

How are Grand Chapter officers elected?

By the Grand Polemarch

How are Province Polemarchs appointed?

By the city in which they serve. The official name is formatted as: The Albany Alumni Chapter (SE)

How are alumni chapters designated?

By Greek letter designation. The official name is formatted as: The Indiana University Chapter, the Alpha of Kappa Alpha Psi (NC)

How are undergraduate chapters designated?

By voting delegates during the Province Council.

How is a Senior Vice Province Polemarch elected?

The Indiana University Chapter, the Alpha of Kappa Alpha Psi (NC)

How is the official name of a chapter located at a college or university campus written?

36 inches or 3 feet.

How long were the original canes?

Elder Watson Diggs typed and bound them

How were the original ritualistic secrets protected?

Forever and a Day.

If someone asks you "how long were you on line", how do you respond?

Where was the Beta Chapter chartered?

Illinois University

1957

In what year did the Constitution undergo major revision?

University of Chicago

Iota (Ιι)

What is the purpose of the Counsel of Past Grand Polemarchs?

It is an advisory committee comprised of living past Grand Polemarchs that may address any issues it deems critical to the Fraternity and to report it's positions to the members at a Grand Chapter Meeting or the Grand Board of Directors.

Born September 7, 1890 in Danville, Indiana- January 3, 1958 -Enlisted in the Army in 1917 349th Artillery regiment -First class Sergeant and Gunner. -Apart of the FIRST Negro Artillerymen ever to open fire upon on enemy. -Fairview Golf Club (First Negro Golf Club in Pennsylvania)

John Milton Lee

Meharry Medical College

Kappa (Κκ)

University of Kansas

Mu (Μμ)

Purdue University

Nu (Νν)

To unite college men of culture, patriotism, and honor in a bond of fraternity.

Objective 1 of Kappa Alpha Psi

To encourage honorable achievement in every field of human endeavor.

Objective 2 of Kappa Alpha Psi

To promote the spiritual, social, intellectual, and moral welfare of its members.

Objective 3 of Kappa Alpha Psi

To assist the aims and purposes of colleges and universities.

Objective 4 of Kappa Alpha Psi

To inspire service in the public interest.

Objective 5 of Kappa Alpha Psi

Drake University

Omega (Ωω)

Columbia University

Omicron (Οο)

Born May 17, 1890 in Green Castle, Indiana - April 15, 1931 -A fire in a white fraternity house in which he worked cause him to not finish his sophomore year. -He helped the founders organizing the fraternity -Caine Catering Company -He was burned during an explosion of gaseous materials at his dry cleaning business. Has an award named after him for Outstanding Alumni chapters.

Paul Waymond Caine

University at Buffalo

Phi (Φφ)

Morehouse College

Pi (Ππ)

University of Minnesota

Psi (Ψψ)

Washburn University

Rho (Ρρ)

University of Michigan

Sigma (Σσ)

Kappa Alpha Psi has never condoned hazing but is aware it still happens.

Stance on Hazing

Laws enacted at Grand Chapter meetings that amplify provisions of the constitution.

Statues

West Virginia College/West Virginia State University

Tau (Ττ)

1986 at the 66th Grand Chapter meeting.

The Grand Chapter recognized the cane as an official part of Kappa Alpha Psi when?

-A committee of the 13 members appointed by the Grand Polemarch and is responsible for administering the Laurel Wreath.

The Laurel Wreath Commission

What document of KAPsi is the official chronicle of the Fraternity's origin, development, lore, and tradition?

The Story of Kappa Alpha Psi

Trick question: ever. Since the beginning of the fraternity, canes were used. Although, the original "original" canes did not have hooks and were not used for stepping. The canes were a symbol of elegance and a gentleman.

The cane has been used since....?

If the canes are turned upside down, it resembles the letter "J" for Jesus.

The canes used today are thought to resemble who or what?

Northwestern University

Theta (Θθ)

Why are parliamentary procedures important?

They allow everyone to be heard and to make decisions without confusion. They allow democratic rule and flexibility, and protect rights and a fair hearing for everyone.

Los Angeles State University

Upsilon (Υυ)

Northern Southern Eastern Western North Central South Central East Central Northeastern Southeastern Middle Eastern. Southwestern Middle Western.

What are the 12 Provinces in Kappa Alpha Psi?

Grand, Province, Local

What are the 3 levels of K A PSI?

Self-Identify, Training, Competition, Social, and Health Education

What are the 5 stages of Kappa League?

To run the day to day operations of International Headquarters.

What are the Executive Director/COO duties?

To review proposed amendments to the governing laws of the Fraternity requiring action by the members eligible to vote at a Grand Chapter Meeting.

What are the duties of the Constitution and Statutes Committee?

To operate the Fraternity on behalf of the Grand Board of Directors

What are the duties of the Executive Committee of the Grand Board of Directors?

He is responsible for all legal issues involving the Fraternity. Accountable to the Grand Board for his actions.

What are the duties of the General Counsel?

To manage the affairs of the Fraternity

What are the duties of the Grand Board of Directors?

To review the credentials of members seeking an elected national office at a Grand Chapter meeting, and develop a slate of nominees to present at a Grand Chapter meeting

What are the duties of the Grand Chapter Nominating Committee and Chairman?

Crimson and Cream

What are the official colors of the fraternity?

The father, the son, the holy spirit, and the blood of Christ.

What do the stripes represent?

The Ritual of Kappa Alpha Psi

What document of KAPsi is highly secretive and contains the formal ceremonies of the Fraternity?

Constitution and Statutes of Kappa Alpha Psi

What documents are essential to informed participation in the governing of the Fraternity?

Negroes Under Pressure, Excelling

What does "NUPE" mean?

it is never to be written nor spoken.

What does "Phi Nu Pi" mean?

denotes accomplishment.

What does the first A stand for?

Nothing. The K is always silent.

What does the first K stand for?

denotes performance.

What does the first P stand for?

denotes assurance.

What does the last A stand for?

denotes preparation.

What does the second P stand for?

In 1990 kappa along with other NPHC organizations issued a statement announcing the elimination of pledging.

What happened in 1990?

a Program with the purpose to help young men grow, receive, and develop their leadership talents in every phase of human endeavor.

What is Kappa League?

(215) 228-7181

What is the Fax number for IHQ?

It is where you speak the greek alphabet, but you start and end with kappa.

What is the Kappabet?

(215) 228- 7184

What is the Phone number for IHQ?

2322-24 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132-4590

What is the address to IHQ?

Achievement in every field of human endeavor.

What is the fraternity motto?

Achievement in every field of human endeavor.

What is the fundamental purpose of K A Psi?

The Guide Right Program

What is the name of the National Service Program for KAPsi?

The Encyclopedia of Guide Right

What is the name of the official manual, which lists suitable projects and activities for the National Service Program ?

Carnation with a Tint of Crimson

What is the official flower of the Fraternity?

The Kappa Alpha Psi Journal Published 4 times per year (quarterly)

What is the official name of the news magazine? How often is it published?

"Oh Noble Kappa Alpha Psi".

What is the official song of the fraternity?

www.KappaAlphaPsi1911.com

What is the official website of K A Psi?

It is worn over the heart on a shirt or vest when attired in business or formal attire. The Fraternity Badge is never worn as part of casual dress and never in any place but over the heart.

What is the proper decorum to wear a Fraternity membership badge?

The Hymn is sung without swaying or handclasp, with each individual member placing his right hand over the left at waist level, and standing erect with eyes straight forward.

What is the proper decorum when singing the K A Psi Hymn?

To diseminiate information about the operation of the Fraternity to members.

What is the purpose of the C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference?

To assist high school seniors in choosing and pursuing useful careers consistent with the Fraternity's purpose.

What is the purpose of the Guide Right Program?

Elder Watson Diggs, Byron Kenneth Armstrong & John Milton Lee

Who were the original Grand Board of Directors?

He is an elected national officer primarily responsible for collecting, preserving, and publishing materials related to the esoteric character of the Fraternity and the chronological development of the Fraternity.

What is the role of the Grand Historian?

He is an elected national officer who serves as chief financial officer of the Fraternity and is responsible for the fiscal and corporate records of the Fraternity

What is the role of the Grand Keeper of Records and Exchequer?

It is a tribute to the ten deceased founders of Kappa Alpha Psi.

What is the significance to the "diamond in the sky"?

Grand Polemarch Senior Vice Polemarch Junior Vice Polemarch Grand Keeper of Records and Exchequer Executive Director

What positions make up the Executive Committee?

Grand Polemarch Senior Vice Polemarch Junior Polemarch Grand Keeper of records & Exchequer 3 Undergrad B.O.D 3 Alumni B.O.D

What positions make up the Grand Board Of Directors?

Grand Polemarch Senior Grand Vice Polemarch Junior Grand Vice Polemarch Grand Keeper of records & Exchequer Grand Historian Grand Strategus Grand Lt. Strategus Grand chapter nominating committee chairman 3 Alumni G.B.D members 3 Undergrad G.B.D members

What positions make up the National Officers?

The Jordan River. At Indiana University, the Jordan River is between the college of business and the female dormitories.

What separates business and pleasure?

Collegiate Social Democratic Fraternity

What type of fraternity is K A Psi classified?

Kappa Alpha Nu

What was the ORIGINAL name for the fraternity?

May 15, 1911

What was the charter & incorporation date of K A Psi?

Kappa Alpha Nu - April 15, 1915

What was the original name of K A Psi and what month, date, and year was the name changed?

The fraternity backed its stance by releasing executive order one in 1988, two in 1993, and three in 1994. Three being the most recent one states that "any member, who participates in underground pledge activities, or hazing of any kind, shall be expelled from the Fraternity.

What were the executive orders on hazing?

1921: Leon W. Stewart

What year was the Guide Right Program started and by whom?1921: Leon W. Stewart

1920

What year was the first Constitution adopted?

August 24, 1961: Indianapolis, Indiana

When and where was the first C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference held?

founded February 12, 1969 by Edgar H. Bishop and Mel L Davis

When and who founded Kappa League?

Spring of 1912 in a little blue book

When did Elder Watson Diggs write the constitution and in what?

May 15, 1911

When was the Alpha Chapter charted?

January 5, 1911

When was the fraternity founded?

1990: Ullysses S. McBride

When was the new intake program developed and by whom?

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Where was the first metal plate of the Coat of Arms created?

The 16th Grand Polemarch, C. Roger Wilson

Which Grand Polemarch is the C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference named after?

Northeastern Province

Which Province is home to the IHQ?Northeastern Province

The Chicago (IL) Alumni Chapter North Central Province

Which Province is home to the first alumni chapter?

North Central Province

Which Province is the home to the K A Psi Foundation?

Georgia, South Carolina, and South Africa

Which states are included in the Southeastern Province?

Elder Watson Diggs Ezra D. Alexander Byron Kenneth Armstrong Henry Tourner Asher Marcus Peter Blakemore Paul Waymond Caine George Wesley Edmonds Guy Levis Grant Edward Giles Irvin John Milton Lee

Who are the founders of Kappa Alpha Psi?

German Printer

Who did Diggs entrust the esoteric materials of the Fraternity for commercial print?

Professor of Greek Art at Indiana Technical College at Fort Wayne, Indiana

Who did Diggs, Armstrong, and Lee solicit to select a motto for the Coat of Arms?

The Grand Board of Directors

Who hires the Executive Director/COO?

Paul Waymond Caine.

Who is known as the "Original Pretty Boy"?

Reuben A Shelton, III Esq.

Who is the 34th Grand Polemarch?

Kevin P. Scott

Who is the Grand Historian?

Rhen C. Bass, Sr.

Who is the Grand Keeper of records and exchequer?

Enyinda O. Boms

Who is the Grand Strategus?

Myles C. Miller

Who is the Junior Grand Vice Polemarch?

Jimmy Mcmikle

Who is the Senior Grand Vice Polemarch?

Moses carried a cane, therefore is sometimes referred to as the original Kappa.

Who is the original Kappa?

Elder Watson Diggs

Who made the proclamation for the name change?

C. Rodger Wilson the 16th Polemarch & 19th Laurel wreath recipient.

Who was the C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference named after?

Howard University

Xi (Ξξ)

What is the proper method of closing a letter?

Yours in the Bond

Ohio State University

Zeta (Ζζ)


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