![]() Sigma Beta – Our mentoring program is designed to develop wholesome values, leadership skills, as well as social and cultural awareness for youth at a critical stage in a young person’s personal development. Their mission is to build a vibrant creative economy through public art, workforce training, and blight remediation.Their involvement with the community aligns directly with one of our founding principles of the “inclusive we” rather than the “exclusive we”. One organization in particular we frequently work with is called The BR Walls Project. We participate in several community rallies, marches, serving meals to those in need, and more. As we navigate the new normal, there are several opportunities that we can invest our time and talents in. Social Action – Through Social Action we are able to service the community in a multitude of ways. Last year we were able to award $6,000 in scholarships. Each senior participating in the program receives a certificate of achievement as well as an opportunity to apply for our chapter scholarship. This program recognizes the academic excellence of graduating young men in the Baton Rouge area. Additionally, we participate in an initiative we call “Adopt A Business” where we select a minority owned business within the community to highlight and recognize.Įducation – One of our biggest annual initiatives is sponsoring a scholarship program. Each initiative can be categorized under our 3 National Programs – Bigger and Better Business, Education, Social Action and our mentoring program – the Sigma Beta Club.īigger and Better Business – Through initiatives such as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (V.I.T.A.), we provide the community with resources and expertise to help them better understand how to file their yearly Income Taxes. What specific initiatives is your chapter heading up this year and how do you think they will improve the surrounding community?Īs a chapter, we are preparing to launch several new initiatives as well as revamp a few that are already in place. As president, I have the reasonability to help maximize the potential of every member regardless of initiation or age according to the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service. It represents the truest form of how your chapter regards your ability to lead. ![]() Specifically, being a leader in a Greek organization speaks volumes to the dedication, compassion, and forward thinking abilities one must have. To be a chapter president is a tremendous honor. What does it mean to be a chapter president to you? We interviewed Carter, who is a Spring 2005 initiate of the Iota Tau Chapter at LSU and talked to him about his position, goals, future and what it means to hold this type of leadership position in the digital age. ![]() Carter, who is a Cyber Security Engineer, is a newly elected president of his chapter. The position of president of a Black fraternity chapter is a highly respected role and there is a special pride that one takes.
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