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Alumni Association Board of Directors Call For Applications

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Brothers,

The National Board of Trustees is seeking alumni to serve on the National Alumni Association Board of Directors (AABOD). The National Alumni Association Board of Directors is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating the various facets and initiatives of Kappa Kappa Psi’s alumni program and for driving a strategic vision of alumni involvement in the Fraternity at the national level. Any alumnus who has a keen interest in and commitment to KKPsi and its alumni program should provide a one-page letter and resume by 20 February 2015 (postmark deadline) highlighting her/his qualifications and ideas. Applications should address the following:

  • the professional skills, talents and expertise of the applicant;
  • suggestions for programs or programming for alumni;
  • ideas and thoughts relating to a strategic vision for KKPsi’s alumni program.

There are a limited number of positions, but we welcome letters from everyone interested in this opportunity to serve. If you are not an alumnus of KKPsi but know of an alumnus who would be an asset to our Alumni Association Board of Directors, please encourage her or him to submit a letter. We are also interested in your nominations, and are happy to encourage all who are nominated to formally apply.

Any questions or nominations can be addressed to Michael Osborn, Board of Trustees Alumni Association Board of Directors Liaison or Malinda Matney, Chair of the Board of Trustees.

Letters should be sent to both Mike and Malinda. Electronic submission is encouraged.

AEA

Michael Osborn, Trustee Liaison, AABOD
4089 Hampton Ridge Boulevard
Howell, Michigan 48843
osbornmi87@gmail.com

Dr. Malinda Matney, Chair
Board of Trustees
6015 Fleming Administration Building
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1340
mmatney@umich.edu

Call For Nominations 2015: National Council & Board of Trustees

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Brothers,

We are a mere six months away from the 2015 National Convention.  Hopefully you are already preparing for the trip to Lexington, Kentucky and will join the National Chapter in making decisions for Kappa Kappa Psi.  One important decision is the election of our Fraternity’s national leadership.

If you are interested in running for a national office, I encourage you to review the information below.

Individuals that run for National Vice President for Student Affairs are not required to submit the material listed below. Candidates for National Vice President for Student Affairs are subject to review solely by the Nominations Committee at National Convention.  Those running for the VPSA office may announce their candidacy up to the opening session of national convention.  Candidates for VPSA must meet with the nominations committee at national convention to be eligible for election. You may determine the qualifications for the VPSA office by reviewing sections 3.203 and 3.208 of the national constitution.

All other candidates must submit their candidate packets as described below, by this Thursday, January 15, 2015:

The National Advisory Committee on Nominations invites interested and qualified individuals to submit their name and qualifications for the following positions for the 2015-2017 Biennium: National Vice President for Colonization and Membership, National Vice President for Programs, and the Board of Trustees (2 at-large seats). (This process is detailed in the Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity National Constitution Section 3.708 and Section 3.203 http://www.kkytbs.org/forms/KKPsi-Constitution-2013.pdf.)

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be at least twenty-five (25) years of age.
  • Completed at least four (4) years of college work.
  • Possess outstanding business or professional ability.
  • Capable of representing the Fraternity under all ordinary conditions.
  • Willing and able to devote the necessary time to the execution of the duties imposed by the office.
  • Attendance at National Convention.

Specific officer or trustee responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity at (405) 372-2333.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION NO LATER THAN JANUARY 15, 2015:

  • Letter of intent which identifies the position being sought, why it is being sought, what contributions you can make in that office, and information detailing how you meet the above basic qualifications.   Highlight band and Fraternity experience.
  • Resume/Vita.
  • Candidates should make it clear in their letter of intent whether they would be available to be nominated into a position other than the primary one indicated by their letter of intent.
  • Three letters of recommendation, one of which should be within the applicant’s profession.
  • A campaign statement and biographical profile for publication on the web site as the Election Newsletter to be available at the 2015 District Conventions and to individual chapters. A sample statement and biographical profile from a prior Election Newsletter can be obtained from the National Headquarters.
  • One photograph, suitable for publication.

QUESTIONS MAY BE ADDRESSED TO THE NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS AT: (405) 372-2333 or kkytbs@kkytbs.org.

SUBMIT MATERIALS (NOT LATER THAN JANUARY 15, 2015) TO:

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity

Advisory Committee on Nominations

Post Office Box 849

Stillwater, OK 74076-0849

Or electronically to kkytbs@kkytbs.org

If you have questions about presenting yourself as a candidate for national office, please contact national headquarters.

Jack Lee

National Vice President for Colonization and Membership

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity

Welcome Ishbah Cox, New North Central District Co-Governor

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Dear Brothers of the NCD,

One of the Co-Governors of the NCD, Dr. James Batcheller, recently asked to step down from his position for family reasons. Dr. Batcheller needs to focus on one of the most important jobs in the world… being a Dad. Please help me in wishing him the best!

We are very pleased to announce that Ishbah Cox, Assistant Professor of Bands at Purdue University has joined us as the new Co-Governor of the NCD. He and Rod Whiteman will make an excellent Governor team! You can reach Mr. Cox at icox@purdue.edu. Make sure you welcome him face to face at your District Convention!

AEA,

Christine Beason

Kappa Kappa Psi National President, 2013-2015

Mourning The Loss of Prof. James “Jim” Copenhaver

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Kappa Kappa Psi joins the University of South Carolina james-copenhaver-kkpsicollege band community in mourning the loss of Prof. James “Jim” Copenhaver,who passed away on November 26, 2014. Director of bands emeritus at the University of South Carolina since his retirement in 2010, Copenhaver first joined the faculty there in 1976 after teaching previously at Holmes High School in Covington, Ky., Morehead State University; and Clemson University.

At USC, Copenhaver conducted one of the finest wind ensemble programs in the nation; notable performances included conferences of the Music Educators National Conference, College Band Directors National Association, and American Bandmasters Association. He also taught and later oversaw the Carolina Band, known as the “Mighty Sound of the Southeast.” Copenhaver also founded and co-conducted the Palmetto Concert Band, an acclaimed ensemble of semiprofessional musicians in Columbia, S.C.

Copenhaver was an elected member of the American Bandmasters Association and also served as past-president of the National Band Association and Southern Division president of the College Band Directors National Association. He was inducted in the South Carolina Band Directors Hall of Fame in 2003. Kappa Kappa Psi twice honored Copenhaver—with the fraternity’s highest award, the Distinguished Service to Music Medal, during the 1989–1991 biennium; and with the Bohumil Makovsky Memorial Award in 2009.

In 2012, Copenhaver donated a major endowment to the University of South Carolina School of Music, providing scholarships to USC band students in perpetuity. In 2013, the university renamed its state-of-the-art marching band facility in his honor.

Prof. Copenhaver’s work as a musician and educator lives on through the thousands of students he taught and influenced.

Installation of the Nu Iota Chapter (#321) at Elizabeth City State University

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Brothers –

It is my distinct pleasure to announce the fourth chapter installation of the 2013-2015 biennium.  The Nu Iota chapter at Elizabeth City State University was installed on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at the Elizabeth City State University campus.  This installation marks the 321st chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.
National Board of Trustees Member, Danny George, CPA, served as the installing officer for the 8 colony members and four honorary members.  A special thanks to past North Central District President, Tammi Rice, for serving as the advising person, and the Kappa Sigma chapter at East Carolina University for serving as the advising chapter.

The installation was well attended and included chapters and individuals from across the country:KKPsi Board of Trustees (Installing Officer) – Daniel George

KKPsi Southeast District Governor – Evan Thompson

KKPsi Past NCD President – Tammi Rice

KKPsi Past SED President – Ema Ashley

KKPsi Past NED President – Chris Carpenter

Former National Headquarters Staff member – Preston Ramsey

Kappa Kappa Psi Chapters Present:

Omicron – West Virginia University

Beta Kappa – Bowling Green State University

Delta Sigma – The University of Texas at Arlington

Zeta Psi – Virginia State University

Zeta Omicron – The University of Akron

Zeta Chi – University of South Carolina

Eta Sigma – University of Central Florida

Iota Xi – Norfolk State University

Kappa Sigma – East Carolina University

Tau Beta Sigma Chapters Present:

Iota Phi – Elizabeth City State University
Please welcome these eight members of the newest chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.  You may send a congratulations and welcome to the brotherhood notes to the chapter President, Demetrius Deloatch [demetriusdeloatch@yahoo.com].

President:  Demetrius Deloatch

Vice President:  Joshua Ruffin

Secretary:  Calvin Motley, Jr.

Treasurer:  Tylen Hester

Historian:  David Nichols

James Eley

Mustafa Gross*

Terrance Pearson*Sponsor: Josiah J. Sampson, III

Director of Bands:  Tomisha Brock

Joplin D. Brock

Ellis Muhammad*

This new chapter is already admirably serving their university band.  As they move forward in the upcoming year, there is no doubt they will continue to excel.  Please welcome the newest chapter to the brotherhood.

AEA,

Jack

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Jack Lee

National Vice President for Colonization and Membership

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band  Fraternity

www.kkpsi.org
Founded in 1919 at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Kappa Kappa Psi is the leading fraternity solely dedicated to supporting and developing college and university band programs. Kappa Kappa Psi has affiliation with over 210 college and university campuses across the United States of America. Guided by our values, mission and ritual, Kappa Kappa Psi is purposefully working towards our vision; With a dedicated spirit of unity and cooperation, we are unequivocally committed to become the world standard of excellence for band fraternal organizations. Collectively, Kappa Kappa Psi members are inspiring one another and all college band members to Strive for the Highest.

* – was unable to attend the installation and will be initiated in the upcoming fall.

Installation of the Nu Theta Chapter (#320) at Northeastern University

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Brothers –

It is my distinct pleasure to announce the third chapter installation of the 2013-2015 biennium. The Nu Theta chapter at Northeastern University was installed on Sunday, April 13, 2014 at the Northeastern University campus. This installation marks the 320th chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.

National Board of Trustees Member, Eric Morson, served as the installing officer for the 13 colony members. A special thanks to National Council member and chair of the Board of Directors for the Alumni Association, Marco Krcatovich, for serving as the advising person, and the Theta Upsilon chapter at the University of Rhode Island for serving as the advising chapter.

The installation was well attended and included chapters and inpiduals from across the country:

KKPsi Board of Trustees (Installing Officer) – Eric Morson

KKPsi National Council – KKPsiAA Board Chair Marco Krcatovich

TBSigma National Council – Vice President for Special Projects – Jonathan Markowski

NED Governor – Casey Goodwin

NED President – Anthony Walker

Past NED KKPsi President – Matt Parent

Past NED KKPsi President – Ed Santora

Past NED KKPsi Sec/Treas – Dennis Yu

Past NED TBSigma President – Emily Anstey

Kappa Kappa Psi Chapters Present:

Nu – The University Michigan

Delta Omicron – The University of Connecticut

Epsilon Nu – The University of Massachusetts

Eta Phi – Syracuse University

Iota Phi – University of New Hampshire

Theta Beta – Boston University

Theta Upsilon – University of Rhode Island

Tau Beta Sigma Chapters Present:

Delta Delta – The University of Massachusetts

Eta Gamma – Boston University

Eta Chi – University of Rhode Island
Please welcome these thirteen members of the newest chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi. You may send a congratulations and welcome to the brotherhood notes to the chapter President, Clayton Arroco at arroco.cn@gmail.com.

President: Clayton Arroco

Vice President:Jared Weiss

Treasurer: Adam Perruzzi

Recording Secretary: Jessica Linnell

Corresponding Secretary: Erin Fonseca

Andrew Giaquinto

Haley McAloon

John Brooks

Katherine Emerson

Kevin Ahearn

Luke Miller

Nathan Shuart

Rachelle Hunt

Our newest chapter has already begun the great work of serving their university band. I have no doubt that they will continue to accomplish great things through their many years as brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi.

AEA,

Jack

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Jack Lee

National Vice President for Colonization and Membership

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity

www.kkpsi.org
Founded in 1919 at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Kappa Kappa Psi is the leading fraternity solely dedicated to supporting and developing college and university band programs. Kappa Kappa Psi has affiliation with over 210 college and university campuses across the United States of America. Guided by our values, mission and ritual, Kappa Kappa Psi is purposefully working towards our vision; With a dedicated spirit of unity and cooperation, we are unequivocally committed to become the world standard of excellence for band fraternal organizations. Collectively, Kappa Kappa Psi members are inspiring one another and all college band members to Strive for the Highest.

Kappa Kappa Psi Caboose Dedication

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On July 26 in Stillwater, Oklahoma, the grand opening of the Kappa Kappa Psi Caboose will be celebrated. This caboose is dedicated to Al and Gladys Wright for their donation in 2006 which assisted in its purchase. Dedicated alumni, actives and chapters donated thousands of dollars to refurbish the caboose.

In conjunction with this is the dedication of the Wava Banes Turner Henry Memorial Gardens, celebrating the founder of Tau Beta Sigma. Both will take place at the National Headquarters.

Following these events, there will be a catered BBQ dinner for registered guests. Don’t miss out on this celebration of our legacy at our very own National Headquarters.

Visit http://www.kkytbs.org/dedication for more information and event registration.

Installation of the Nu Eta Chapter (#319) at St. Augustine’s University

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Brothers –

It is my pleasure to announce the second installation of the 2013-2015 biennium.  The Nu Eta chapter at Saint Augustine’s University was installed on Sunday, March 2, 2014 at the Saint Augustine’s University music building.  The Nu Eta chapter is the 319th chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.
Chair of the Board of Directors for Kappa Kappa Psi’s Alumni Association and National Council Member, Marci Krcatovich, served as the installing officer for the nine colony members.  A special thanks to Preston Ramsey for serving as the advising person, and the Iota Zeta chapter at North Carolina A&T State University for serving as the advising chapter.
The installation was attended by chapter across the country and included brothers from Nu, Theta Beta, Beta Kappa, Zeta Omicron, Iota Zeta, Iota Xi, Kappa Zeta, Kappa Sigma, Zeta Sigma, Kappa Lambda, Mu Eta, Eta Chi, and Eta Sigma.
Please welcome these sixteen members of the newest chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.  You may send a congratulatory or welcoming note to the chapter President, Santareo Boyce [Santareo10@gmail.com].
President:  Santareo Boyce
Vice President:  Lamont Epps

Treasurer:  Damien Arrington

Secretary:  James Perry

Historian:  De’quan Clark

Derrick Little

Da’shawn Harris
Gregory Hill
Malcolm Johnson
The newest chapter has already begun the great work of serving their university band, and we look forward to all they will accomplish as brothers of Kappa Kappa Psi.

AEA,

Jack

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Jack Lee

National Vice President for Colonization and Membership

Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band  Fraternity

www.kkpsi.org
Founded in 1919 at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Kappa Kappa Psi is the leading fraternity solely dedicated to supporting and developing college and university band programs. Kappa Kappa Psi has affiliation with over 210 college and university campuses across the United States of America. Guided by our values, mission and ritual, Kappa Kappa Psi is purposefully working towards our vision; With a dedicated spirit of unity and cooperation, we are unequivocally committed to become the world standard of excellence for band fraternal organizations. Collectively, Kappa Kappa Psi members are inspiring one another and all college band members to Strive for the Highest.

Installation of the Nu Zeta Chapter (#318) at Edinboro University

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Brothers –

It is my pleasure to announce the first installation of the 2013-2015 biennium. The Nu Zeta chapter at Edinboro University of Pennsylvania was installed on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at the Alexander Music Center on the Edinboro campus. The Nu Zeta chapter is the 316th chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.

Vice President for Student Affairs, Kelly Nellis, served as the installing officer for the sixteen colony members. A special thanks to Anthony Roscoe for serving as the advising person, and the Alpha Omega chapter at the University of Pittsburgh for serving as the advising chapter.

Please welcome the sixteen members of the newest chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi. You may send a congratulatory or welcoming note to the chapter President, David Lynn

President: David Lynn
VP Membership: Haley Wills
VP Service: Nicole Chandley
Treasurer: Dale Desmond
Secretary: Christina Campbell
Historian: Julia Tong
Jennifer Barton
Rebekah McLaughlin
Gregory Moore
Dylan Edwards
Katy Lowe
Victoria D’Angelo
Jacob Gibson
Kenny Vinston
Steve Genova
Gennifer Dusold

We look forward to seeing the great work that this chapter will undoubtedly accomplish.

AEA,
Jack<>

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Jack Lee
National Vice President for Colonization and Membership
Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity
www.kkpsi.org

Founded in 1919 at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma, Kappa Kappa Psi is the leading fraternity solely dedicated to supporting and developing college and university band programs. Kappa Kappa Psi has affiliation with over 210 college and university campuses across the United States of America. Guided by our values, mission and ritual, Kappa Kappa Psi is purposefully working towards our vision; With a dedicated spirit of unity and cooperation, we are unequivocally committed to become the world standard of excellence for band fraternal organizations. Collectively, Kappa Kappa Psi members are inspiring one another and all college band members to Strive for the Highest.