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Membership is a
solemn commitment. To this Fraternity, the maker of the commitment
becomes synonymous with the commitment itself. Membership in Kappa
Alpha Psi is a lifelong dedication to the ideas and lofty purposes
of Kappa Alpha Psi, which considers for membership only those
aspirants whose personal, social and academic qualifications are
acceptable to this Fraternity.
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Acceptable
qualities of Kappa Alpha Psi members include:
- The disposition to live in close companionship with men of
similar values.
- The wisdom to abide by the will of the majority without
sacrificing individuality.
- The discretion to refrain from destructive criticism while
seeking to remove the causes
of such criticism.
- The acceptance of responsibility for any effort that moves the
group forward.
- The desire to strive for, and ultimately achieve, excellence in
everything you do.
- The commitment to train for leadership.
- The resolution to give lifelong financial support and commitment
to the maintenance
and development of the Fraternity's programs and
purposes.
Expectations
concerning maturity and dedication are made upon new members and
established members alike.
Maturity is more than simply
reaching a certain age. Maturity to us means acceptance of reality,
the ability to sacrifice and set goals, consideration of others,
incisive judgment, emotional balance, development of social skills,
intellectual competence, and moral rectitude. We expect our members
to be mature.
Dedication means putting those characteristics of
maturity into a lifelong program of action to advance the goals and
purposes of Kappa Alpha Psi. We expect our members to be dedicated.
But do not let personal goals supersede those of the Fraternity. A
person who feels he would do the Fraternity a favor by joining is
not worthy of membership. No one who holds himself superior to the
Brotherhood of Kappa Alpha Psi is worthy of this distinction.
Kappa Alpha Psi is not interested in the simple accumulation of
members and chapters. Its emphasis, however, is in the quality and
integrity of its membership. Membership quality manifests itself
through an intangible element of brotherhood we call "that Good Old
Kappa Spirit."
That Good Old Kappa Spirit is not bestowed by any external entity.
It cannot be bought, sold, bartered, borrowed or stolen. It comes
from within and the only way to keep it is to give it away. It comes
from a personal love of Fraternity, loyalty to purpose and ideals,
the acceptance of responsibility and interest in the welfare of
others.
Requirements for Intake:
Any male
having graduated from an accredited four (4) year educational
institution may petition for membership into this Chapter.
1. Three letters of
recommendation from Financial Kappa men
2. Two letters from members of the community.
3. An official Sealed transcript.
4. Must be a Registered Voter |
