ALPHA RHO CHI

seshait chapter

66th National Convention Report

San Antonio, Texas

March 21-24, 2013Florida A&M University

School of Architecture

ALPHA RHO CHI

seshait chapter

The brothers of the SeshaitChapter of Alpha Rho Chi are highly resourceful and extremely motivated professional students. Each brother understands the importance of selflessness and dedication, and these principles guide the principles guide the chapter. A genuine character, a caring heart, and an insatiable drive are things all brothers wear proudly. It is for these reasons that the bond within our brotherhood continues to hold tightly. Our legacy is strong, and the future is bright for an Alpha Rho Chi brother.

-Desmond L. Johnson

Letter from the WA

My fellow brothers:It is with great excitement and enthusiasm that I invite you to look into the great things that Seshait has done this year, as they are detailed in this report. This report is only a glimpse into the hard work, dedication, motivation, and perspiration that our brothers have expelled this year in the name of scholarship, mentorship, professionalism, and brotherhood. I am confident that Seshait has continued to fulfill the mission of Alpha Rho Chi, and the chapter continues to look to you all for guidance, support, and a strong display of brotherhood in the future!My personal experiences with Alpha Rho Chi have been profoundly beneficial inside, as well as outside, the classroom. Long before joining the fraternity, I became acquainted with Alpha Rho Chi as a freshman through the mentorship program. I was assigned a graduate mentor (a brother), and, to this day, I credit that experience for instilling in me the motivation and drive to aim for success in the field of architecture. Since becoming a brother of Alpha Rho Chi, I to aim for success in the field of architecture. Since becoming a brother of Alpha Rho Chi, I have had the rewarding opportunity to mentor lowerclassmen, facilitate professional development workshops, form relationships with practitioners in the field, and serve the community in different capacities. I am excited about the opportunities that Alpha Rho Chi provides, and believe strongly in this fraternity’s mission, goals, and objectives. Therefore, on behalf of the Seshait Chapter, it is my pleasure to give you a glimpse of our chapter, rooted in legacy, honor, and tradition.Sincerely,

Desmond L. Johnson, WAAlpha Rho Chi – Seshait Chapterseshaitpsi9@yahoo.com

Desmond L. Johnson

2012-2013 Executive Board

Desmond Leron Johnson, worthy architect

Avary Dawn McCoy, worthy associate architect

“To whom much is given, much is required.” Being tasked as this year’s Worthy Architect was both an exciting and unnerving experience. The experience, however, was one of the richest of my life. I could not be prouder of the strides, challenges, successes, and formed relationships that I witnessed as Seshait continues to annihilate any and all boundaries. Seshait has had my heart from the very beginning, and I was pleased to have the opportunity to serve the chapter as Worthy Associate Architect. As I prepare to graduate this Esther Roger, worthy estimator

Worthy Associate Architect. As I prepare to graduate this semester, I am confident that all brothers have shown great leadership potential and a sincere desire to contribute those skills to the chapter. Seshait has always had my heart, but I can assuredly say that Brotherhood has been fulfilled. This is my third semester serving as Worthy Estimator, and it is undoubtedly a great position. I have to keep in contact with all active brothers and correspond with Alpha Rho Chi’s Worthy Grand Estimator. I enjoy serving on the E-board and have tried my hardest to contribute to the betterment of the fraternity. I love my chapter and my brothers, and I have enjoyed being their 2012-2013 Worthy Estimator.

Tiffany Nicole Williams, worthy scribe

Ashlee Lauren Cooksey, worthy associate scribe

Martavis Marcellus Frazier, worthy clerk

During my tenure in this position, I was able to learn many new things while improving my leadership and communication skills. As Worthy Scribe, I was instrumental in maintaining steady and effective communication with the Grand Council as well as the Seshait Alumni Association. It was a very rewarding position that has groomed me for any future leadership roles.Having the opportunity to serve as Worthy Associate Scribe, I became very familiar with the importance of constant communication with the chapter. In my position, I was the person responsible for ensuring that all brothers in the chapter were “in the know” when it came to important dates, functions, and events.Martavis Marcellus Frazier, worthy clerk

Qui’untae Dawan Bristol, worthy superintendent

As a first time E-board member, I did not know what to expect, or the magnitude of the role I was undertaking. However, I could not have been happier in my position. As Clerk, I had the opportunity to use my photography, videography, and production skills to document chapter events for future enjoyment. It truly aligns with my personal interests, and I had a blast doing it!This year, I have worked to make sure that the chapter has been able to make adjustments to our recruitment processes, both because of the new Florida A&M University guidelines and the Alpha Rho Chi guidelines. I have also made thorough efforts to look at the efficiency of some of the traditional practices. This year, I had the unique pleasure of making sure that the chapter was ready for our part of the first ever Region 8 initiation.

2012-2013 Active Brothers

Bro. Qui’untae BristolSpring 2005Orlando, FL

Bro. Adam GuySpring 2009Ocala, FL

Bro. Avary McCoySpring 2010Houston TX

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Bro. Tiffany WilliamsSpring 2010

Long Island, NY

Bro. Jude SimonSpring 2010

San Jose, CABro. Tonesha Lee

Spring 2011Chicago, IL

2012-2013 Active Brothers

Bro. Ashlee CookseySpring 2011Atlanta, GA

Bro. Esther RogerSpring 2011

Pompano Beach, FLBro. Alexandria Davis

Spring 2011Atlanta, GA

Bro. Tatyana GoddardSpring 2011

Delray Beach, FL

Bro. Cierra MadisonSpring 2011Detroit, MI

Bro. Hewey Carter, Jr.Spring 2011Atlanta GA

2012-2013 Active Brothers

Bro. Kelvin LylesSpring 2011Chicago, IL

Bro. Desmond JohnsonSpring 2011

Columbia, SCBro. Martavis Frazier

Spring 2011Miami, FL

Bro. Justin GuySpring 2011Ocala, FL

Bro. Alexis TrotterFall 2012

Jacksonville, FLBro. Amber Williams

Fall 2012Norfolk, VA

2012-2013 Active Brothers

Bro. Luc AlfrenardFall 2012

Belle Glade, FL

Bro. Shannique PalmerFall 2012

Mandeville, JamaicaBro. Jaquasha Colon

Fall 2012Sanford, NC

Bro. Amani AbdalRahimFall 2012

Los Angeles, CA

Bro. Keith ShippFall 2012

Atlanta, GABro. Ariah Wooden

Fall 2012Tallahassee, FL

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2012-2013 Active Brothers

Bro. Nate CooperFall 2012

Jacksonville, FLBro. Devon Paige

Fall 2012Macclenny, FL

Bro. Kyle WyattFall 2012

St. Thomas, VI

Bro. Tracee HodgesFall 2012

Lake Mary, FL

2012-2013 Financial Record

Bake Sale $16.35Aramark $709.84Dog Days/Taco Days $96.97First Friday $26.00Dues Collected $277.26Storage Fee - $69.88Miscellaneous - $60.00Deposits $50.49Dues Paid Nationals - $212.50

September 2012

Bake Sale $50.46Aramark $315.00Dog Days/Taco Days $116.10Faculty Luncheon $84.95Dues Collected $190.00Storage Fee - $69.88Pledge Fees $1,800Dues Paid Nationals - $812.50

October 2012

2012-2013 Financial Record

Bake Sale $28.57Aramark $818.70Dog Days/Taco Days $26.88Faculty Luncheon $88.71First Friday $29.78Dues Collected $341.00Storage Fee - $69.88Miscellaneous - $650.00Deposits $42.00Pledge Fees $1800.00

November 2012

Pledge Fees $1800.00Dues Paid Nationals - $1112.50Dues Collected $144.00Storage Fee - $69.88Dues Paid Nationals - $362.50December 2012

2012-2013 Financial Record

Bake Sale $32.36Faculty Luncheon $80.00Dues Collected $321.00Storage Fee - $69.88Deposits $508.00Dues Paid Nationals - $350.00Aramark 453.67Dues Collected $818.00

January 2013

February 2013Dues Collected $818.00Storage Fee - $79.88Dues Paid Nationals - $350.00I am happy to share with you the challenges and successes of Seshait’s financial record this year. This year’s financial record has been relatively simple to track and maintain with the cooperation of the active chapter. This year, we have realized the importance of budgeting effectively, paying expenses on time, and fundraising whenever possible. Fraternally,Esther Roger, WEAlpha Rho Chi – Seshait Chapterseshaitpsi3@yahoo.com

Pledge Committee events & activities

This year’s Pledge Committee has had unique challenges to face, particularly due to stringent guidelines pertaining to recruitment placed on the chapter by the university. Our university adopted new policies and procedures that all organizations had to abide by when recruiting. Therefore, the pledge committee was successful in doing a lot of re-evaluating, re-strategizing, and re-organizing our recruitment processes. Even with the new guidelines placed on the chapter, Seshait was successful in recruiting 12 of the School of Architecture’s best and brightest. In Fall of 2012, Alpha Alpha line joined the Seshaitfamily, and the pledge committee was beyond instrumental in ensuring a smooth transition for the dozen new initiates. As the first phase in recruitment, we hosted a week of activities, which included a Game Night/Meet & Greet Social, a Student Art Gallery, a Student/Faculty Luncheon, a Professional Seminar on Social Media, and a Neighborhood Cleanup. These events were geared towards providing arenas where interested students could get to know brothers, and vice versa. The Pledge Committee also put in lots of work in ensuring that the first ever Region 8 joint initiation The Pledge Committee also put in lots of work in ensuring that the first ever Region 8 joint initiation went smoothly and that Seshait was properly prepared.

committee chair: Qui’untae Bristol

Professional Devel. Committee events & activities

Realizing that Alpha Rho Chi is a professional fraternity, the Professional Development Committee made many strides to bring professionalism to the forefront.

The Seshait Chapter has implemented several student outreach activities, many under the umbrella of our popular Project Dimensions Program. Throughout the year, the chapter holds

several Project Dimensions workshops and seminars, in which various topics are covered with the goal of benefitting all of the students of the School of Architecture. Some of the topics include, but

are not limited to, tutorials on architectural and graphic software (Revit, AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, etc.), portfolio development, resume writing, interviewing preparation, social media,

and entrepreneurship.

committee chair: Jude Simon

Fundraising Committee events & activities

The Fundraising Committee is instrumental in the success and the day-to-day functioning of the chapter. The Fundraising Committee is responsible for planning, organizing, and facilitating all chapter fundraiser events. In the past year, Seshait has taken fundraising to the next level, raising more funds for the chapter than has been raised in recent history. The Fundraising Committee has worked tirelessly to seek out various fundraising opportunities in addition to planning its own.

DOG DAYS: Every other Friday, the chapter sets up at the front of the School of Architecture and sells hot dogs, sausage dogs, sides, and drinks to students for very reasonable prices.STUDENT LUNCHEONS: Once per month, the chapter organizes luncheons and charges $5 per plate. During the lunch, we usually host a short lecture.

committee chair: Alexandria Davis

host a short lecture. ARAMARK CONCESSIONS: The chapter works with Aramark Dining as a year-long fundraiser. The chapter works concession stands at Florida State University football games and receives a percentage of the profits.TACO DAY: Taco Day is exactly like Dog Day; the only difference is that the chapter sells tacos instead of hot dogs. This is a new fundraiser, but students seem to enjoy it!

Social Committee events & activities

The Social Committee has been hard at work this year promoting a social climate that is both enjoyable and responsible. This committee plans and coordinates all social aspects of the chapter, ranging from our large social events to small chapter gatherings.

committee chair: Tonesha Lee

The Social Committee has hosted board game nights, movie nights, potlucks, and a host of other fun and safe social events for the school to enjoy.

Community Service Committee events & activities

The Community Service Committee has established, practiced, and reaffirmed a commitment to philanthropy this past year. The chapter has made tremendous efforts in creating a positive environment that is conducive to service to the community. Below are some of the service activities the Community Service Committee organized:FRESHMAN MOVE-INS: In August of every year, the chapter volunteers its time to assist freshmen students at the university move into their dormitories and campus apartments. ADOPT-A-ROAD: The Seshait Chapter has officially adopted a stretch of Levy Road in Tallahassee. As part of that adoption, the chapter is obligated to ensure the cleanliness of the road throughout the year. ABILITY 1ST: RAMP BUILD: Several weekends in the year, the chapter volunteers with an organization entitled Ability First. Ability First volunteers with an organization entitled Ability First. Ability First coordinates the design & construction of wooden ramps to be built at the homes of handicapped residents. RELAY FOR LIFE: Every year, the chapter participates in the American Cancer Society’s local Relay for Life event. The chapter always sets up a fundraising booth at the event, and all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. OAK RIDGE WINTER CARNIVAL: This past December, the chapter volunteered at a local elementary school’s winter carnival. SUPPLY STORE SHUTTLES: In the fall semester, the chapter provided rides for freshmen (and other students without cars) to a local supply store to get certain architectural supplies they would need.

committee chair: Cierra Madison

Publications Committee events & activities

The Publications Committee is responsible for creating all forms of publications with Seshait’sname on it. These include flyers, posters, handouts, displays, etc. The Publications Committee works very diligently to ensure that all of the chapter’s events are properly publicized. Below are some examples of the work that the Publications Committee has completed:

committee chair: Hewey D. Carter, Jr.

This committee is also in charge of maintaining and updating the chapter’s social media presences.