TITLE: Recognizing Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, for its ongoing commitment of service to the community.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, for its ongoing commitment of service to the community.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, for hosting the 2021 Kappa Kamp Summer Enrichment Program; and WHEREAS, Kappa Alpha Psi was founded in 1911, and over the years, its members have upheld a proud tradition of public service through their ongoing support of service projects that inspire productivity and benefit the community; and WHEREAS, The Kappa Kamp Summer Enrichment Program was established in 1995 to provide young men with engaging opportunities to develop productive life skills; Maurice West currently guides the camp program in his service as its national chairman; and WHEREAS, The summer enrichment camp helps motivate students in a structured setting that is both educational and recreational; students are exposed to activities that are rich in cultural traditions and that help to further their understanding of science and technology; the camp's programs also promote the development of reading, writing, and speaking skills while giving students the opportunity to build lasting friendships in a safe, faith-based environment; and WHEREAS, This year, the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity has partnered with Paul Quinn College to host the camp's activities; this joint effort will help encourage young people to seek higher education opportunities and to become confident in their potential for great accomplishments; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 87th Legislature, hereby commend all associated with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, for their ongoing commitment of service to the community and extend to all best wishes for a successful 2021 Kappa Kamp Summer Enrichment Program; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the fraternity as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. West President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 11, 2021.