Achievements
For over seven decades, the Gainesville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. has been a beacon of service and leadership in Gainesville and the surrounding communities. Its contributions include youth mentoring and literacy programs, providing scholarships, volunteering at nonprofits, clothing drives, voter registration initiatives, political and social action, civic engagement and much more.
Chapter Achievements
- 1936 – Chartered as Louisiana’s First Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- 1939 – Received the highest award among graduate chapters for achievement
- 1942 – Supported the chartering of the Baton Rouge (LA) Alumni Chapter
- 1961 – Supported the chartering of the Opelousas (LA) Alumni Chapter
- 1966 – Supported the chartering of the Gretna (LA) Alumni Chapter
- 1968 – Supported the chartering of the Epsilon Nu Chapter
- 1976 – Hosted the 60th Grand Chapter Meeting
- 1983 – Supported the chartering of the Lambda Omicron Chapter
- 1984 – Supported the chartering of the Kenner (LA) Alumni Chapter
- 1985 – Hosted the 7th C. Roger Wilson Leadership Conference
- 2005 – Supported the chartering of the Omicron Upsilon Chapter
- 2006 – Supported the chartering of the Pi Epsilon Chapter
- 2015 – Hosted the 82nd Grand Chapter Meeting
- 2015 – Named Southwestern Province Medium Chapter of the Year
- 2015 – Brother Alvin Barrington received the Elder Watson Diggs Award
- 2016 – Recognized by Louisiana Senate Resolution No. 109 honoring 80 years of service
- 2024 – Hosted the 16th National Founders' Day Celebration
- 2025 – Louisiana House Concurrent Resolution No. 25 declaring Kappa Day at the Capitol
| Year | Achievement |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Southern Province Chapter of the Year |
| 2016 | Southern Province Community Service Chapter of the Year |
| 2025 | 87th Grand Chapter Meeting: Brother Juan Gilbert Laurel Wreath Designee(Will be presented at the 88th Grand Chapter Meeting in Baltimore, MD) |
2024 FISS Stroll-off 1st Place Winners
The Zeta Phi Chapter won the 2024 Florida Invitational Step Show, showcasing their exceptional talent and creativity. Their performance impressed the judges and audience alike, highlighting their dedication and teamwork. This victory not only celebrated their skills but also strengthened their bond as a chapter.
