Alumni Association Board of Directors Call For Applications
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
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
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
Kappa Kappa Psi joins the University of South Carolina 
college 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.
Re-Installation of the Alpha Alpha Chapter (#25) at the University of Nevada
I am excited to announce the seventh installation of the 2013-2015 biennium. The Alpha Alpha chapter at The University of Nevada-Reno was installed on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at The University of Nevada campus in Reno. This was a reactivation of the 25th chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.
National Board of Trustees Member, Eric Morson, served as the installing officer for the 10 colony members. A special thanks to Past WD President, Charlene Ronne, for serving as the advising person, and the Iota Kappa chapter at Boise State University for serving as the advising chapter.
The Installation was well attended and included brothers from the Psi, Gamma Kappa, Delta Omicron, Iota Alpha, Iota Kappa, Lambda Alpha, and Theta Nu chapters.
Please welcome these 10 members of one of the newest chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi. You may send congratulations to the chapter president,Sean Van Beveren [vanbeverage14@gmail.com].
President: Sean Edward Van Beveren
Vice President of Membership: Joseph Michael Joyner, IV
Vice President of Service: Cayla Rebideaux
Secretary: Kendall Welling
Treasurer: Jaclyn Fisher
Historian: Kaymin Sambrano
Sergeant-at-Arms: Anthony Alexander Landers
Corey Carr
Ashley Kastler
Evan Michael Szoke
Honoraries: Dr. William J. Plenk (Sponsor), Trevor Bailey (Sponsor), Tyeisha Watters, Jackie Barrera, Charlene Ronne
AEA,
Jack
—
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 Lambda Chapter (#323) at Arkansas State University-Beebe
I am excited to announce the sixth installation of the 2013-2015 biennium. The Nu Lambda chapter at Arkansas State University-Beebe was installed on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at the Arkansas State University-Beebe campus. This installation marks the 323rd chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.
Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma National Executive Director, Steve Nelson, served as the installing officer for the eight colony members. A special thanks to Past SWD President, Sean LaFollette, for serving as the advising person, and the Theta Phi chapter at Henderson State University for serving as the advising chapter.
The Installation was well attended and included brothers from the Theta Phi and Epsilon Beta chapters.
Please welcome these eight members of one of the newest chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi. You may send congratulations to the chapter president, Damian McClinton [dwmcclinton1987@gmail.com].
President: Damian McClinton
Vice President: Shelby Bridges
Secretary: Anastasia Brown
Treasurer: Lucas Ian Bush
Historian: Nicholas Sutterfield
Parliamentarian: Desmen Anthony
Taylor Touchet
Jessica Hernandez
Honoraries: Dr. John Bristow (Sponsor) and Dr. Dorian Collier
AEA,
Jack
—
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 Kappa Chapter (#322) at Georgia Southern University
I am excited to announce the fifth installation of the 2013-2015 biennium. The Nu Kappa chapter at Georgia Southern University was installed on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at the Georgia Southern University campus. This installation marks the 322nd chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi.
National Board of Trustees Vice Chair and Past National President, Dr. Rod Chesnutt, served as the installing officer for the 12 colony members. A special thanks to Past SED Vice President, Nicholas Annan, for serving as the advising person, and the Zeta Chi chapter at The University of South Carolina for serving as the advising chapter.
The Installation was well attended and included brothers from Zeta Chi and Beta Psi as well as SED Governor Evan Thompson and Past SED President Ema Ashley.
Please welcome these 12 members of one of the newest chapters of Kappa Kappa Psi. You may send congratulations to the chapter president,Tony Shelton [as06717@georgiasouthern.edu].
President: Anthony Shelton
Vice President of Membership: Christian Sanders
Vice President of Programs: Arnold Allen
Secretary: Brandon Shinholster
Treasurer: Sergio Arreguin
Historian: DeMario Q. Durham
Sergeant-at-Arms: Joshua R. Smith
Trey Nicholas Payne
Omar Blade
Khalil White
Christian Eric Spencer
Mark C.A. Turnquest
Honoraries: Dr. Robert W. Dunham (Director of Bands), Dr. Colin McKenzie (Sponsor), and several additional honorary members.
AEA,
Jack
—
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.
Welcome to the NEW KKPsi.org Website
After months of behind-the-scenes work, the new Kappa Kappa Psi website has been unveiled. The site has been designed to reflect the new visual brand identity of the Fraternity, while also making it easier for all visitors to navigate. We are very excited about this next evolution of our national website.
NEW FEATURES/IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE:
- Easier, streamlined navigation
- Responsive design that adapts to desktop, tablet, and phone browsers
- Highly visible social media buttons on all pages
- Parents information page
- OMRS (Online Membership & Reporting System) button on front page for quick, easy access
- Previous National Councils – see all who have led the Fraternity at the National level from 1919 to present
If you encounter any issues/problems or have any suggestions, contact the National Headquarters at 405-372-2333 or email podium (at) kkytbs.org.
Welcome Steve Nelson, Our New National Executive Director
Kappa Kappa Psi & Tau Beta Sigma have a new National Executive Director!
The National Councils of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma are thrilled to announce that our new National Executive Director, Mr. Steve Nelson, has begun his tenure at the National Headquarters.
Steve has a long history with our organizations, beginning with his initiation into the Alpha chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi in 1980 and his honorary membership in the Alpha chapter of Tau Beta Sigma in 1987. Since then, Steve has gained many professional experiences that will benefit our organizations in many ways, including service as the National Member-at-Large and SWD Governor for Kappa Kappa Psi and time as the Publications Manager for the National Headquarters of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma.
We are very excited about what Steve will bring to our organizations!
Please help us in welcoming him into this new position.
Kappa Kappa Psi Caboose & TBS Memorial Garden Dedication
To some it is unknown, to others it is just another college town, but to Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma, Stillwater Oklahoma is home. Our organizations have been headquartered in the home of Grace and A. Frank Martin, the Oklahoma State University campus, and since 1991, the old Stillwater Santa Fe railroad station. Stillwater has a special meaning to everyone in Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma, and the week of July 21, 2014 it was buzzing with activity.
Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma, had not hosted a major event in Stillwater since 2004. This summer our national and district leaders came for meetings, our District Leadership Conference, and to celebrate the legacy of our organizations. The highlight of the weekend was the dedication of the Kappa Kappa Psi Caboose and the Wava Memorial Garden. The event welcomed over 180 brothers and sisters, including 12 of our national presidents:
- Frank Stubbs, Alpha Xi (1985-1987)
- Kenneth Corbett, Zeta Chi (1989-991)
- Melvin Miles Jr., Eta Gamma (1993-1995)
- Timothy Greenwell, Eta Zeta (1995-1997)
- Scott Stowell, Alpha Eta (1997-1999)
- Dr. Michael Golemo, Zeta Omicron (1999-2001)
- Michael Osborn, Epsilon Zeta (2003-2005)
- Dr. Rod Chesnutt, Gamma Nu (2005-2007)
- Dr. Malinda Matney, Nu (2007-2009)
- Derrick Mills, Eta (2009-2011)
- Adam Cantley, Omicron (2011-2013)
- Christine Beason, Eta Delta (2013-2015)
The Caboose project began in 2004 and thanks to the generous donations of brothers and sisters, notable Al and Gladys Wright, Kappa Kappa Psi was thrilled to open it on July 26, 2014 for everyone to enjoy. This space it meant to be place where brothers can learn about our history and celebrate the legacy of Kappa Kappa Psi. The organizations also had the extreme pleasure of dedicating the Wava Memorial Garden in honor of the founder of Tau Beta Sigma. With sisters, the family of Wava Banes Turner Henry, and our brothers, the sorority formally dedicated a space to celebrate Wava and what she has done not only for Tau Beta Sigma, but for all us and college bands.
Kappa Kappa Psi would like thank all of you who visited Stillwater for these events. We encourage all of our members to visit our organization headquarters. It is a memorable experience and connects us to the founding of our organization.
For more information about Stillwater Station or to schedule a visit to headquarters, please contact our National Headquarters Staff (405-372-2333).
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.
—
Adam D. Cantley
University of Delaware
University Student Centers
Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life
226 Trabant University Center
Newark, DE 19716
(p) 302-831-0456
(f) 302-831-6336
www.udel.edu/greek