Monthly Archives: January 2025

Mu Alpha Alpha Chapter (MAA) played a leading role in two (2) recent events held by the Orange County National Pan-Hellenic Council (OCNPHC.)

  • First event was the Divine 9 Day of Worship held at Christ Our Redeemer Church in Irvine, CA where Reverend Dr. Ralph E. Williamson is the Pastor.
  • Brother Eugene Pettiford, Jr. of Mu Alpha Alpha Chapter represented Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
  • It should also be noted that Brother Pettiford, Jr. holds the leadership position of Chaplain on the OCNPHC Executive Board.
  • Second event of day was OCNPHC's Annual Social which was held at Paul Martin's American Grill located within the Irvine Spectrum Center.
  • In addition to Brother Pettiford, Jr.'s ongoing leadership and presence within OCNPHC and this event, MAA Basileus, Brother JR Selby was in attendance at the Annual Social and was recognized as our chapter leader.
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. clearly had the largest contingent among OCNPHC fraternities in attendance.
  • Participants included the aforementioned Brothers Selby and Pettiford joined by Brothers Mark Smalls, Terry Pritchett, Eric Bell and Myron Reed.
  • A very brief program took place with announcements of upcoming events being conducted by chapters from the respective OCNPHC member chapters and requests for reciprocal support from other member organizations.
  • Brother Eric Bell was recognized during announcements as one of the OCNPHC originators and also a past President.
  • The "social" portion was very enjoyable with an opportunity to reconnect and make new acquaintances.
  • Finally, a very nice selection and appetizers and libations were available to attendees.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 18, 2025

A Greater Me: "A.G.M." - Changing Lives by Strengthening self-awareness and interpersonal skills to build well-rounded young men.

Led by Brother Basileus J.R. Selby, Mu Alpha Alpha Chapter supported the initial A Greater Me (A.G.M.) program kick-off on this sunny Saturday afternoon in Los Angeles, California. Other Mu Alpha Alpha Brothers in attendance were, Thurm Green, Terry Pritchett and Myron Reed.
Brother Michael Jules (Lambda Omicron Chapter in Los Angeles) is the driving force behind A.G.M. with a goal of providing access to comprehensive educational resources, life skills training, and mentorship opportunities to youth who may not otherwise have access. The target audience is foster care and other young men in the community  ages 14-21. Brother Jules is a Children's Social Worker with LA County Department of Family and Children's Services.
  • The January 18th kick-off event was the first of five (5) consecutive Saturday activities where A.G.M. participants will benefit from interactive workshops led by subject matter experts covering topics such as entrepreneurship & career readiness; self-care; leadership & civic engagement; physical health; financial literacy; surviving law enforcement interactions; and others.
  • In addition to MAA Brothers showing up in person to support, the chapter provided a financial donation to sponsor two (2) young men in the A.G.M. program.
  • The initial A.G.M. group consists of approximately 25-30 young men. The program will provide the young men a full meal each Saturday, premium backpacks with school supplies, a business suit with shirt/tie, Nike branded shoes and other items.
  • Although led by Lambda Omicron Chapter, there were approximately 40-50 Omega men in attendance to support the January 18th A.G.M kick-off to include Omega dignitaries such as Brother Grand Ricky Lewis, MAA Basileus J.R. Selby and Brothers from several other SoCal Area Chapters.