Zeta Kappa Lambda Chapter - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc

Great work! Extraordinary job by The Zeta Kappa Lambda Education Foundation, Inc. board of directors and scholarship committee.

Congratulations to Bro. Dr. Skylar D. Mayberry-Mayes for being selected and sworn in as the new Des Moines Public School Board of Directors! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

We are thrilled for our dear brother and the community! Well done, Brother! 06!🤙🏽

Exciting News! Two students from our Go-To-High-School-Go-To-College Pathways to Success applied to four universities this past weekend.

They had a drive and motivation to be enrolled into college by the fall, but didn’t know where to start. With the support of our Brothers, they identified potential majors they would like to pursue and submitted college applications that met their criteria. Stay tuned for the acceptance letters!

Congratulations to our Brother Nanabayin Coleman for joining the 2024 Class of the 40 Under 40 presented by the Des Moines Business Record!

Well deserved recognition! We are so proud of our Brother! Help us celebrate Bro. Coleman! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

It’s our Charter Day! We are celebrating 69 years of being a chartered chapter of our beloved Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

Zeta Kappa Lambda and the brothers within it, are committed and dedicated to the Des Moines and Central Iowa community. We exemplify the Fraternity’s mission and vision through our chapter initiatives and individual actions. Cheers to 69 years! #ΑΦΑ

Today’s Pathways to Success session will be moved to the Olmsted Center - Pomerantz Stage at Drake University. Thanks!

The ZKL chapter is excited for the weekend! Why you may ask?

Well, we are hosting our second session of the Pathways to Success, our Go-To-High-School-Go-To-College program, led by our dear Brother Nana Coleman.

Then, we will be at the Youth Conference on Healthy Relationships as contributors and facilitators to educate and encourage healthy relationships.

Happy Black History Month! Let’s celebrate our history and remind ourselves of the sacrifices of our ancestors. As we know, we have much work ahead of us, let’s use this time to educate, motivate, and engage in intentional acts to continue to elevate our community and make history.

Last Saturday, the Alpha men of the Zeta Kappa Lambda chapter held our annual retreat. The keyword was “respectfully candid”.

This brotherhood is unmatched. The day was filled with laughter, honest conversation, and planning for actionable steps. Stay tuned for what is in stored! #ΑΦΑ

📷: Julian Neely

Happy Founders’ Day to the Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated!

Happy Founders’ Day to the Women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated!

Happy Founders’ Day to the Women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated!

Happy Founders’ Day to the Men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated!

2024 Scholarship Cotillion hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Iota Zeta Omega Chapter! See details below ⬇️

The Iota Zeta Omega 2024 Scholarship Cotillion will honor high school juniors & seniors (Class of 2024/2025). We welcome parents, guardians, students, and teachers to attend our informational to gather more details about the program. You can also email [email protected] to learn more. Applications can be found by using the QR code or web address below.

Happy Founders’ Day to the Men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated!

Happy New Year! On behalf of the Zeta Kappa Lambda Chapter - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc, we hope this year is filled with blessings, love, joy, and fulfillment.💛🖤

Merry Christmas! May the warmth of this festive season wrap you in love, joy, and cherished moments with your dearest ones. 🎄✨

On January 15, 2024, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Iota Zeta Omega Chapter and Iowa Legal Aid will be hosting their 2024 Expungement Clinic at Corinthian Baptist Church - Des Moines, IA.

PLEASE SHARE with individuals, families, friends, acquaintances, colleagues, and neighbors about this clinic.

Why is this important?
(1) Remove eligible dismissals and misdemeanors off your record
(2) The opportunity to register to vote for the upcoming presidential election.
(3) Court relief, license registration, and background check support

Happy Founders’ Day to the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated ——

Cheers to our beloved Fraternity’s legacy of brotherhood, service, and advocacy! Together, let's keep shaping a brighter tomorrow.

A beautiful day to celebrate and recognize the life and legacy of Bro. Jack Trice. A brother gone too soon but a legacy and mark that will last forever.

Today, Brothers joined Iowa State University, Trice Family, and community to commemorate Jack Trice. During the event, we were blessed by a student choir, words from President Wendy Wintersteen, Senior Vice President Dr. Younger, and George Trice. Brothers conducted the hymm in honor our dear Brother Jack Trice.

John “Jack” Trice was the first Black football player for Iowa State University. He joined Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in 1923 by way of Alpha Nu and leadership of Brothers such as Bros. Frederick D. Patterson and Charles P. Howard.

Learn more about the Life of Jack Trice by visiting:
https://www.jacktrice100.com

Today, Brother Dr. Frederick Douglass Patterson was recognized and honored at Iowa State University.

The main Veterinary academic building is now named after Bro. Dr. Frederick D. Patterson. Dr. Patterson graduated from Iowa State’s Veterinary College in 1923. During his time at Iowa State, him and a few Alpha man chartered Alpha Nu chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated at Drake University and Iowa State University.

Dr. Patterson is known for founding the United Negro College Fund and serving as Tuskegee University President for years. During his tenure at Tuskegee, he accomplished and achieved many things.

Congratulations to Bro. Dr. Frederick D. Patterson and his family on this high honor🤙🏽

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🎒Back 2 School Bash Voting Results✨ - We had 92 ballots cast.

Favorite high school winner: Roosevelt High School
Favorite college winner: Iowa State University
Favorite subject winner: Math

Exciting times as Des Moines Public Schools students kick off a new academic year!

Our Divine Nine family and Brothers warmly welcome the bright young minds of Monroe Elementary School back to the halls of learning. Here's to a year filled with growth, knowledge, and endless possibilities! 📚🎓

Empowering communities and fostering growth – our brotherhood's dedication shines through. From our impactful chapter meeting to uplifting young minds at the 18th Annual Back 2 School Bash, we're proud to embody , promote , and spread . Together, we inspire change.

Special shoutout to Bro. Ezell Tornes for leading our efforts at the Back 2 School Bash 🤙🏽

🙌🏽Thank you, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, for organizing the incredible group mentorship event today!

💪🏾Our brothers truly showed out with their unwavering encouragement and empowerment. The high energy they brought during the fitness activity at Bravehearts Gym on University was absolutely inspiring! 🔥

🤝Together, we are committed to developing leaders and promoting health among black men. 💪🏿Let's continue fostering a positive impact in our community!

Happy Juneteenth!

April 14, 2023 — Congratulations to Bro. Dr. Adreain Henry for his official inauguration to becoming the 4th Mercy College of Human Sciences President!

Zeta Kappa Lambda Brothers visited Columbus, OH for the 91st Midwestern Regional Convention. The weekend was filled with brotherly love, fellowship, business, and rejuvenation to continue the work of ALPHA. We are coming home more focused and determined to serve our community. Stay tuned!

Happy Charter Day! This is a day of celebration for all the brothers who have become Alphas byway of the Zeta Kappa Lambda chapter and who have been influenced by noble brothers of the chapter!