Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated
Welcome To The Land Of Prestige
A Word From Our President
Thee Alluring Alpha Chapter
First i want to introduce myself as Jarvis Gaines, the current President of the Amazing and Alluring Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated. I am 26 years of age, a graduate of Jefferson County High School and currently striving to achieve my bachelors in Mass Communication from Alcorn University.
It is my sincere pleasure to personally welcome each of you to another great year with Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated. We’re getting ready for a busy schedule of social activities, volunteering opportunities and philanthropy.
Our focus is always giving back to the community, and we’re constantly looking for new and meaningful ways to do so. Take a moment to explore our website to learn more about us.
Welcome to Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated
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If you’d like to learn more about Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We would be more than happy to answer any questions, comments or concerns.
Jackson, MS, USA
About Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated
Our Story
The purpose of Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated, is to promote equality among men of an alternative lifestyle, to instill the empowerment of leadership, fellowship, and service among the community; to encourage success in society but not limited to the demonstration of class and sophistication in all aspects of life.
Through a variety of philanthropic and social activities, Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated inspires its members to adopt important values such as leadership, empathy and ambition, as well as the mindset to eternally strive for excellence.
Since our founding in 2014, members have upheld these values through academic success, philanthropy, character development and solid relationship-building skills. Our members are actively involved in many events throughout the year, allowing them to create lifelong bonds and consistently give back to the community.
Executive Officers
Our Leadership
Jarvis Gaines
President
2017-2019
Mr. gaines is 26 years of age and a graduate of Jefferson County High School in Lorman, MS. He is currently working towards procuring a Bachelors in Mass Communication from Alcorn University. His goals as President of our Prestigious organization are to usher in fresh faces and bright young minds who are seeking to serve the community and unlock their full potential. His outgoing demeanor bodes well with new members, and his compassionate nature makes him the perfect candidate to lead Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated into the future.
Robert McCullum Jr.
Vice-President
2017-2019
Robert McCullum Jr. Is 37 years young, a graduate of both Seminary high school (class of 2000), and the University of southern Mississippi(class of 2007), where he obtained a Bachelors degree in coaching with a minor in health education. Under the dynamic leadership of our President, Mr. McCullum occupies the role of Vice-President with precision, grace and excellence. His outstanding organizational skills and ability to adapt to a variety of situations makes him a true assest to the organization. Heading multiple committees and overseeing a plethora of projects he successfully completes his task.
Lemarus Bowie
Treasuer
2017-2019
Lemarus Bowie of Jackson,MS is a graduate of Tougaloo University with a Bachelors of Liberal Arts and our elected Treasurer. The office of Treasurer is a vital role in the organizations legislation because it safeguards and manages the organizations financial resources, overseeing the wise investment of funds and searching for new opportunities to enhance the organizations’s economy.
Duties Of Our Treasurer
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To invest and account for general, special, clearing, and special purpose funds, as well as proceeds, according to specific authorization and direction
To account for all funds in the custody of the Treasurer
To account for and disburse funds for scheduled payments, events, and donations
B.K. Smith
Secretary
2017-2019
B.K. Smith graduate of both West Jefferson High School (New Orleans, LA) and the National EMS Academy
(N.A.N.A is a medical school where he acquired his CNA Certification & Physical Therapy License) is a current resident of Jackson, MS. He is the organizations Secretary.
The responsibilities of the Secretary are:
Keep the list of chapter officers on file with the Offices of the Alpha Chapter updated.
Keep a permanent record of all proceedings of the chapter, sharing the minutes with the Chapter Advisor and Executive Board, and passing these records on to his successor.
Attend to all correspondence not otherwise delegated, keeping a file of all official chapter correspondence.
Develop a new phone list every term, providing a copy to each member.
Report to the chapter at all meetings any unfinished business.
Assist with the compilation of the annual membership roster, which is used to calculate Annual Membership Fees.
Philanthropy
Making A Difference
The members of Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated hold philanthropy very close to their hearts. Our chapter is pleased to continue our partnerships with various philanthropic organizations in the area, and we are proud to be making a difference in the lives of many.
Serving an underprivileged community which severely lacks a multitude of resources Alpha Kappa Nu feeds needy fanilies as well as homeless citizens within the captial city. We have nade it our duty to provide them with nourishment as well as hygiene products and pamphlets with resources to help get them off the street. During the cold winter months we offer warm home cooked meals as well as blankets and pillows.
As a LGBTQ based organization we work actively with a plethora of health related organizations (My Brothers Keeper, Open Arms Health Clinic, etc...) to bring awareness to many of todays health disparities plaguing our community. We assist by holding forums, passing out leaflets, distributing packages of condoms and lube, and being advocates for healthy living.
Kappa Pantry
Two Saturdays out of a month Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated dispurses lunches and/or dinner to homeless citizens in the downtown area as well as parks. During the winter months we distribute blankets and pillows as well as warm soup.
Community Cleanup
Being that our communities are a reflection of those who occupy them Alpha Kappa Nu Fraternity Incorporated strives to foster pristine neighboorhoods. We can be observed cleaning up parks and apartment complexes through out our city. Our work with Habit For Humanity's effort to do away with abandoned houses and produce homes for less fortunate families can be noted as well.
NU Horizons
Our community outreach services can range anywhere from setting up informational tables at various venues around the city to helping people become registered to vote. Often times our organization distributes what we affectionately call "Kappa Kare Packages". In these small bags are some informative leaflets(Topics range from information about our organization to tips to healthier living), a snack, and condoms. We also have raffles and fundraisers which aid us in procuring funds for the materials we distribute.
Members
The Alluring Alpha Chapter
4 A.W.A.K.E.N.I.N.G.S.
GerMario White
Kaylan Kidd
DreDarius Sampson
Niccolas Ross
3 Silent Warriors
Montaveious Young
Cleotha Taylor
Tray Bailey
8 Renewed Men
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Kris Murray
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Ronrico Littleto
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Jerome Austin
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Mize Rowzee
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Devonta Walker (not pictured)
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Samuel Scott
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Derrick Kern
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Jakevin Jackson
2 Renewed Kings
B.K. Smith
Levy Caldwell
4 K.H.A.O.T.I.C Kings
Cody Owens
Kavon Ratcliff
Breon Ellis
Nyaja Johnson