Membership is a solemn commitment. To this Fraternity, the maker of the commitment becomes synonymous with the commitment itself.
Joining the chapter
Membership in Kappa Alpha Psi® is a lifelong dedication to the ideas and lofty purposes of Kappa Alpha Psi®, which considers for membership only those aspirants whose personal, social and academic qualifications are acceptable to both the College and Fraternity.
Expectations concerning maturity and dedication are made upon new members and established members alike.
- Maturity
More than simply reaching a certain age: acceptance of reality, the ability to sacrifice and set goals, consideration of others, incisive judgment, emotional balance, development of social skills, intellectual competence, and moral rectitude. We expect our members to be mature. - Dedication
Putting those characteristics of maturity into a lifelong program of action to advance the goals and purposes of Kappa Alpha Psi®. We expect our members to be dedicated.
But do not let personal goals supersede those of the Fraternity. A person who feels he would do the Fraternity a favor by joining is not worthy of membership. No one who holds himself superior to the Brotherhood of Kappa Alpha Psi® is worthy of this distinction.
Membership quality manifests itself through an intangible element of brotherhood we call “that Good Old Kappa Spirit.”
What we look for
Qualities of Kappa Alpha Psi® members
- The disposition to live in close companionship with men of similar values.
- The wisdom to abide by the will of the majority without sacrificing individuality.
- The discretion to refrain from destructive criticism while seeking to remove the causes of such criticism.
- The acceptance of responsibility for any effort that moves the group forward.
- The desire to strive for, and ultimately achieve, excellence in everything you do.
- The commitment to train for leadership.
- The resolution to give lifelong financial support and commitment to the maintenance and development of the Fraternity’s programs and purposes.
Requirements
Do you attend, or have you completed your degree requirements from, a college or university accredited by one of these agencies?
- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Interested in membership?
If so, complete our contact form and express your interest in the message field.
Our stance
Hazing
Kappa Alpha Psi’s opposition to hazing, unlawful, or anti-social conduct of any kind has been continuous since its founding. In 1949 the Fraternity officially declared that hazing in any form is illegal.
The Fraternity has outlawed pledging and dispensed with the customary practice of having pledges or a protracted probationary period before one’s initiation into full membership into the fraternity.
It is the goal of Kappa Alpha Psi to see that all individuals committing acts of hazing and other unlawful and prohibited acts are punished consistent with the due process and the concept of proportionality to the full extent of the rules of the fraternity, college, and criminal law.
Reclamation
Coming home
Greetings Brother! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to visit the member reclamation page for the Richardson-Plano Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi (RPA).
RPA is focused on Achievement, raising the sights of minority youth, and stimulating them to accomplish through mentoring efforts. We are taking our service to the next level through the Kappa League Program and Guide Right Foundation activities.
RPA has become an award-winning, nationally recognized chapter that offers a rich bond with passion, energy, and a desire for achievement. A few of our achievements:
- 2018 Hosted the 82nd Southwestern Province Meeting
- 2015 SWP Chapter of the Year
- 2014 SWP Outstanding Guide Right Program Award
- 2010 National Chapter of the Year
At this time, RPA’s focus is on embodying the fraternity’s interests and demonstrating its ability to lead and serve in the community. If you have been away from the Bond, are new to the area, or desire a chapter to call home where work is being done to better our youth, then the Brothers of the Richardson-Plano Alumni Chapter welcome you!
RPA encourages all long-lost members of the Noble Klan to become active members of the chapter. Reclamation will not stop until we bring all Brothers who are not active and without a chapter home back to Kappa. It’s our intent to “promote the spiritual, social, intellectual, and moral welfare of all members” and “to develop a closer union among Brothers.”
- Chapter meetings
The second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Dress is a jacket and tie. - After the meeting
“Bonding” time at a local establishment.
Welcome home to Kappa!
If ever there was a time when all men of Kappa needed to unite behind a common set of objectives, the time is now. Contact our Reclamation Committee to get started, including the fees associated with reclamation. — Jason Day, RPA Reclamation Chairman
Dues and donations
The Richardson-Plano (TX) Alumni Chapter has an extremely active Reclamation Committee which hosts several activities throughout the Fraternal Year aimed at reclaiming inactive and non-financial members of the Fraternity. We encourage each Brother who has for whatever reason lost that “Good ol Kappa Spirit” and is interested in returning to the bond to come Home to Kappa.