OUR HISTORY
Built on Achievement Since 1948.
For generations, the Shreveport Alumni Chapter has advanced education, civil rights, public service, professional excellence, and brotherhood across Northwest Louisiana.
THE BEGINNING
A Chapter Formed for Lasting Impact.
The Shreveport (LA) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was chartered on November 20, 1948, during a pivotal period when African American leadership, institution-building, and civic organization were essential to community advancement in the segregated South.
Its formation reflected foresight and resolve—an understanding that alumni engagement would be critical to sustaining progress beyond the collegiate sphere.
THE CHARTER MEMBERS
Eight Architects of Black Advancement.
These men were educators, physicians, civic leaders, veterans, and institution builders whose influence shaped Shreveport and Northwest Louisiana.
MILESTONES
Leadership Across Generations.
Chapter Chartered
Organized service and leadership begin in Northwest Louisiana.
Province Leadership
Dr. Elbert E. Allen serves as Southwestern Province Polemarch.
National Leadership
Dr. Allen serves as Senior Grand Vice Polemarch before becoming the 21st Grand Polemarch.
A Living Legacy
Achievement, reclamation, service, and brotherhood continue across generations.
A LEGACY OF IMPACT
Shreveport Leadership with National Reach.
From classrooms and courtrooms to medicine, media, athletics, and public policy, chapter members have helped shape institutions and expand opportunity.
Education
James C. Merrick and George P. Hendrix helped shape generations of students and educators during segregation.
National Leadership
Dr. Elbert E. Allen’s service culminated as the fraternity’s 21st Grand Polemarch and 35th Laurel Wreath wearer.
Civil Rights
John H. Wilson, a Tuskegee Airman and civic leader, challenged housing discrimination through legal action.
Media & Medicine
Melvin Collins, Jr. and Dr. Joseph Sarpy preserved Black voices and advanced health, advocacy, and education.
Athletics
Collie J. Nicholson helped elevate Grambling athletics and contributed to the creation of the Bayou Classic.
Public Service
Willie J. Singleton’s legislative service helped expand Black judicial representation throughout Louisiana.
THE STORY CONTINUES
Honor the Past. Build the Future.
Through service, leadership, and brotherhood, the chapter continues the work begun by its charter members in 1948.
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