President's Message - April 2024
Bro. Mikael E. LaRoche
Dear Mu Lambda Brothers,
As March gracefully transitions into April, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to all of you for your unwavering commitment to service and the profound impact you’ve had within our fraternity and community. However, amidst our celebrations, we also mark a somber moment as we bid farewell to one of our notable figures, Brother Arthur King. His presence and contributions to our chapter will be deeply missed, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.
On a brighter note, we also rejoice in the celebration of our Chapter Centurion Brother, Arlester Brown. As he reaches this incredible milestone of 100 years, let us honor his dedication, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to our fraternity. Brother Brown’s legacy is a beacon of inspiration for us all, reminding us of the lasting impact we can make when we dedicate ourselves to service and brotherhood.
As we navigate through both sorrow and joy, let us lean on each other for support and strength. Together, we will honor Brother Arthur King's memory and celebrate Brother Arlester Brown's remarkable life.
I am also delighted to extend heartfelt congratulations to the brothers of Mu Lambda and Beta Chapter for being recognized and awarded the Charles H. Wesley Award for our joint service efforts. This honor speaks volumes about our collective dedication to empowering the next generation of Alpha men, and it is a testament to the outstanding leadership within our ranks. Special thanks to Brother James Harmon III, Beta Chapter advisor, for his instrumental role in showcasing the impact of our joint service projects at the upcoming Eastern Regional Convention in April.
Looking forward, I am thrilled to see the impact of our Voteless People is a Hopeless People kick-off event with Eric Holder, the first African American Attorney General, at Howard University Law School. This event was inspiring and enlightening, as we continue to advocate for civic engagement and voting rights within our communities.
As a chapter, we are truly making a difference with our programs, initiatives, and events, and I urge each of you to continue your unwavering support. Together, we are not just moving the needle; we are setting the standard for excellence that defines the Mu Lambda Chapter.
Stay tuned for more upcoming events tailored for families, young men, and, most importantly, our beloved brothers in Washington D.C. Your continued participation and commitment are what make our chapter truly exceptional.
Fraternally,
Brother Mikael E. LaRoche,
President (10-Mu Lambda-13)
2023 - 2024
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Mu Lambda Chapter
About Mu Lambda
Mu Lambda is Alpha's eleventh alumni chapter, chartered October 1, 1923, in Washington D.C. The chapter was established, in part, in response to the desire of graduate brothers, many of whom were initiated into Beta Chapter at Howard University, to give aid to the undergraduate brothers and continue the work of Alpha. Chartered by 22 distingushed men of Alpha which included Jewel Nathaniel Allison Murray and Jewel Robert Harold Ogle.
