Toy Drive Kick-Off This Wednesday!

The Lambda Chapter of ΚΑΨ and BAMN (By Any Means Necessary) Dance Crew will be kicking off our toy drive starting Wednesday, December 7th at 7pm in BartonHall room 301. Come out and donate toys for children who are less fortunate and spread the holiday spirit. The toy drive will continue through the end of finals (December 17th).

NPHC Yard Show Performance - November 17

Check out the video below to watch Lambda Nupes' Indoor Yard Show Performance!

New Lambda Nupes in Kappa Headquarters

Congratulations to Brother Juilan McWilliams and Brother Brian Dillon for achieving internship positions down at Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Headquarters in October. These are privileged positions and difficult to obtain. Shoutout to the Lambda Nupes working to help brothers all across the nation. Special thanks goes out to Brother Andre Early.

"Together We Kan" Drive

The Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Presents: Together We Kan: A can drive in support of Philabundance

Come out and join the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. in support to help end hunger in Philadelphia, from 11/21/2011 to 11/23/2011 for our annual can drive.

We will be collecting cans in the Kappa Office in the village in the Howard Gittis Student Center.

We are accepting can and/or monetary donation. All donation will go to Philadundance. Thank you for all of your support!
 
 

Step Showkase at Mastery Charter School - October 26

The Lambda Nupes and the Delta Mu Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. made a trip up to the Harrity campus of Mastery Charter School on Wednesday afternoon to put on a step show for the students. The step show was followed by a question and answer session where the panel of Greeks talked to the students about college, the importance of acheiving good academic scores, and Greek Life. The Lambda Nupes finished the afternoon by teaching a few students how to step and taking pictures with the kids.

AIDS Walk - October 16th

Thank you to everyone that came out with the Lambda Nupes as we participated in the 2011 Philadelphia AIDS Walk at the Philadelphia Art Museum. We were able to raise over $900 for the cause. We appreciate you all for giving your time and donations the to support AIDS awareness.

Kidney Walk - October 9th

Thank you to all that came out with the Lambda Nupes on October 9th for the 2011 Philadelphia Kidney Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo. We appreciate all of your donations and time dedicated to support the cause.

LAMBDA 101 - Wednesday, October 12

We welcome all to attend LAMBDA 101 - The Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Informational Session tomorrow at 7:11pm in the Student Center room 200A. The Lambda Nupes will be providing information about our chapter as well the fraternity as whole. The dress code for this event is business casual. Come with any questions that you may have about the organization.

Breast Cancer Walk - October 2nd

Thank you to everyone who came out and joined the Lambda Nupes while participating in the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk this past Sunday, October 2nd. We appreciate all of your support and donations. We welcome you to join us this Sunday as we participate in the Kidney Walk at the Phialdephia Zoo. Registration begins at 7:30am and the walk begins at 9:30am. Registration is $25 per walker.

Program Tomorrow - Thursday, September 29th

Join the Lambda Nupes tomorrow night as they collaborate with the sisters of the Delta Mu Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The topic of the night: "How to Be a Gentleman/How to Be a Lady". The program begins at 7:11pm and will be held in the Student Center Room 200A.

Meet the Greeks Step Exhibition - September 16

Check out the Lambda Nupes as they perform their step exhibition at Temple University's Meet the Greeks Program.

Meet the Kappas - Next Tuesday at 7:11

You've seen them all throughout Welcome Week. You've seen them on Liacouras Walk during TUGA Meet the Greeks. You'll see them again this Friday at NPHC Meet the Greeks (8pm in the Student Center room 200). But next Tuesday you get the Lambda Nupes all to yourself. Come out to the Student Center room 200A and join the brothers of the Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. as we attempt to get more aquainted with all the fresh new faces at Temple University.

It's That Time of Year Again

Welcome Week is back! Check out the Lambda Nupes all throughout the week. We will be hosting tables on each day of Temple Fest (Wednesday and Thursday) as well as helping out with FreshServe on Friday. Also, don't forget to check out the Chiddy Bang concert Saturday night at the Liacouras Center, hosted by Damon DeShields and see Brandon "B-Eazyyy" Smith perfom as the opening act!

B-Eazyyy's New Video - "BackStabbers"

A little bit of summer time recreation for the Lambda Nupes. Check out Brother Exchequer and Brother Polemarch in B-Eazyyy's new video.



Lambda Nupes Under New Management

Spring '11 ASCENDANCY gets right to work as they accept their new office positions for the new 2011-2012 school year.

Polemarch - Ryan Thurston

 

Vice Polemarch - Antwain Johnson

 

Keeper of Exchequer - Brandon Smith

Keeper of Records - Julian McWilliams 

 Strategus - Brian Dillon

Lieutenant Strategus - Wykeem Parker

Good luck to these young Nupes on their upcoming year!

Taking Leadership to the Next Level - May 1st

Lambda Chapter Polemarch, Ryan Thurston, and Strategus, Brian Dillon, have also accepted leadership roles on the executive board of the Temple University National Pan-Hellenic Council. Brian Dillon was elected as Vice President and Ryan Thurston as Secretary. Congratulations Nupes.

Congratulations to the Greek Man of the Year - May 3rd

Congratulations to Damon DeShields for winning the Temple University 2010-2011 Greek Man of the Year Award. He was selected for his performance and achievements as the president of National Pan-Hellenic Council. Congratulations.

Penn Relays Step Show 2011 - April 30th

The Lambda Nupes team up once more with the Delta Eta Nupes and compete at the 2011 Penn Relays Step Show. The Nupes put on a stellar performance as they took home second place. See the video below.

B-Eazy Opening up for J. Cole Next Week

Yes that's right...You're favorite Kappa's favorite rapper is opening up for J. Cole next Monday, May 1st. It's the last day of classes. It will be at the Temple Performing Arts Center. Hosted by Damon DeShields. Tickets on sale for $5 at the Liacouras Box Office.

Showtime...

Check out the Lambda Chapter as the new initiates have taken the stage. Taking second place in both Temple University Spring Fling Step Show and Shippensburg Statewide Step Show (videos coming soon). Perhaps Penn Relays is next on the list?

       



          

Congratulations to Spring 2011: ASCENDANCY

The Lambda Nupes would like to welcome into the bond their new Spring 2011 intiates also known "Spring Century": ASCENDANCY. Congratulations and welcome to the brotherhood neos.

Brandon Smith - "Mik Chekk" KKA "The Katalyst"

Antwain Johnson - "Training Day" KKA "The Boogey Man"

Ryan Thurston - "The Taktician" KKA "Old Spice"

Wykeem Parker - "Space Kadet" KKA "4 Loko"

Julian McWilliams - "The All-Amerikan" KKA "Showtime"

Brian Dillon - "The Mail Man" KKA "I AM LEGEND"

Lambda Chapter Achievement Awards

The Lambda Chapter's hard work and impact on the Temple University and Philadelphia communities have not gone unnoticed. Due to all their hard work and dedication to the objectives of the fraternity, the Lambda Nupes have recieved two prestigious awards: the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Men of Rhoyalty Award and the runner up award for the 81st Northeatern Province Council Chapter of the Year. #Achievement.

Kappa Week - February 20th - 25th

The Lambda Nupes put on a successful Kappa Week, hosting a slew of programs for the campus. Thank you to all that came out to support and participated in making our programs a success. Thank you especially to those that performed in our Kove Kafe event and all of our Kappa League Brothers.

Brother Polemarch Award - February 19, 2011

Brother Anthony T. Powell Jr. was honored for his outstanding performance as the current Polemarch of the Lambda Chapter during the Lambda Chapter's 91st Anniversary Celebration. The award shown below was a gift from the current chapter to recognize his hard work and to show the chapter's appreciation. Good work Brother Polemarch.

KAPPA WEEK 2011

That's right KAPPA WEEK 2011 is approaching. It's going down as we host programs from Sunday, February 20th through Friday, February 25th. Here's the lineup of events:

The Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi is welcoming you to join us in our Kappa Week 2011. During this week, there’s something for everyone. Here's the lineup:

Friday, February 18th - Kappa Week Pregame Party (hit us up for more details)

Saturday, February 19th-Chapter Celebration

Sunday, February 20th- Church with the Lambda Nupes at Jones Tabernacle with Pastor Brother Stevie Lewis.
(2021 West Diamond Street-11:00am)

Monday, February 21st-G.L.A.D Program (Student Center: 200B-7:11pm)

Money…the one thing everybody wants and nobody has. Join us this night as we discuss ways to reduce expenses while in college, debt issues facing students in today’s recovering economy, and proper money management. Let us help you save a penny or two.

Tuesday, February 22nd-Women's Appreciation (Student Center: Underground-7:11pm)

This night is dedicated to all the beautiful ladies. Join us as we provide nail stylists and professionals to do your eyebrows. Also we will have experts from Mary Kay come in and show you the best way to do your own facials; products will be provided and some will be for sale.

Wednesday, February 23rd-Kove Kafe (Mitten Hall: Owl Kove-7:11pm)

This is our jazz club themed night. Nothing but a kool, kalm, and kollected atmosphere. We will provide performers of spoken word, poetry, singing, and anything else that can put your heart and soul at ease. You’ll also enjoy the hot chocolate and cookies. Interested in performing? Contact damon.deshields@temple.edu

Thursday, February 24th-African vs. African-American (Student Center: 200B-7:11pm)

This program will be done in conjunction with the Organization of African Student and the Black Student Union. We will be looking at cultural (relationships, stereotypes, etc.) differences between Africans and African-Americans and why they exist.

Friday, February 25th-Nupe Game Night (Student Center: Game Room-6-8pm)

Pool and Spades tournaments…enough said…come try your luck.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Spring 2009 initiates Jared Brabham and DeVon Robinson on their graduation from Temple University's School of Tourism & Hospitality and School of Communication & Theater respectively. Brother Brabham is currently working at the University of Pennsylvania as an event coordinator and Brother Robinson is completing an internship with a marketing firm in Pittsburgh, PA. Keep on achieving Nupes.

Centennial Banquet (Philadelphia)

The Lambda Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. has been in existence for almost 91 of our great fraternity’s 100 years. On January 8th, 2011, the official, National Centennial Founder’s Day was held at the Sheraton Hotel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. What a great honor and privilege it was for Lambda Spring 2009 initiate and Polemarch, Brother Anthony T. Powell, Jr. to give the welcome address on behalf of all the undergraduates in Pennsylvania. According to Brothers Sam and Anthony Patterson, the chair and co-chair of the National Centennial weekend, there were over 1300 registered brothers from all over the world in Philadelphia to attend this historical event, not only in Kappa, but in the country. Brother Powell states, “Of all of the Brothers that have been in the bond for many more years than I have, in Philadelphia, and the world in general, I was privileged enough to be asked to do the welcome at our Centennial Founder’s Day, it is a moment in my life that I will forever cherish.”