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Our Brotherhood is defined as our commitment to develop collaboration and deep understanding among all Latino ethnic groups, nurture our willingness to create cooperation and harmony between other non-Latino ethnic groups, and to dedicate ourselves to uphold our responsibility to develop political consciousness, personal and spiritual strength, both physically and mentally, in order to become a positive and constructive force for helping our total community.
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quick facts
Founded: December 1, 1975 at Kean University (formerly known as Kean College
Fraternity Colors: Brown and White
Nickname: Lambdas
Motto: Chivalry Above Self
Flower: White Carnation
Lambdas do not step or stroll, we salute. Saluting is one of our most sacred fraternal tradition. Salutes tell stories that honor the brothers that have come before us.
Alpha Lambda Chapter Quick Facts
Founded: October 19,1997
Reactivated: Beta Line May 28, 2011
Chapter Nickname: "The Lair of Lambda"
California Saluting Champions California Conference 2013
National Saluting Competion 3rd Place 2015.
California Sector 3 Chapter of the Year 2015.
California Sector 3 Philanthropic Chapter of the Year 2015.
UCLA Latino Greek Council Standards of Excellence Award for Risk Management and Policy Compliance 2014.
Fraternity Colors: Brown and White
Nickname: Lambdas
Motto: Chivalry Above Self
Flower: White Carnation
Lambdas do not step or stroll, we salute. Saluting is one of our most sacred fraternal tradition. Salutes tell stories that honor the brothers that have come before us.
Alpha Lambda Chapter Quick Facts
Founded: October 19,1997
Reactivated: Beta Line May 28, 2011
Chapter Nickname: "The Lair of Lambda"
California Saluting Champions California Conference 2013
National Saluting Competion 3rd Place 2015.
California Sector 3 Chapter of the Year 2015.
California Sector 3 Philanthropic Chapter of the Year 2015.
UCLA Latino Greek Council Standards of Excellence Award for Risk Management and Policy Compliance 2014.
officers
Mission
The Mission of Lambda Theta Phi is to Cultivate in men the ideals of: Academic Excellence, Brotherhood, Leadership, Latino Unity, and Service so that they may assert roles of leadership in our brotherhood, community, and nation.
The philosophy of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is based on the belief that Latino Unity is essential in order to create cultural, social, and political awareness in the Latino community and in the American society. The development of leadership
among all Brothers is necessary to create consciousness towards common goals and ideals, which will achieve a strong sense of chivalry, respect, dignity, and equality for Latinos.
The philosophy of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is based on the belief that Latino Unity is essential in order to create cultural, social, and political awareness in the Latino community and in the American society. The development of leadership
among all Brothers is necessary to create consciousness towards common goals and ideals, which will achieve a strong sense of chivalry, respect, dignity, and equality for Latinos.
philanthropy
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (C.H.C.I.)
2014 was also a notable year as it marked the signing of a historic agreement between Lambda Theta Phi and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI). On July 30, 2014, President José Grajales met with leaders of CHCI to sign a memorandum of understanding between the two organizations for a philanthropic and service-oriented partnership to help develop Latin@ students nationwide. Lambda Theta Phi has committed to fundraising for CHCI’s R2L NextGen Program as its national philanthropy, as well as supporting CHCI’s Ready 2 Lead college readiness programs throughout the country with alumni and undergraduate mentors.
2014 was also a notable year as it marked the signing of a historic agreement between Lambda Theta Phi and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI). On July 30, 2014, President José Grajales met with leaders of CHCI to sign a memorandum of understanding between the two organizations for a philanthropic and service-oriented partnership to help develop Latin@ students nationwide. Lambda Theta Phi has committed to fundraising for CHCI’s R2L NextGen Program as its national philanthropy, as well as supporting CHCI’s Ready 2 Lead college readiness programs throughout the country with alumni and undergraduate mentors.
history
On December 1, 1975, Lambda Theta Phi was founded on the campus of Kean College in Union, New Jersey. In 1975, there were no Latino fraternities in existence in the United States. The Greek-letter organizations of the time primarily catered to Anglo and African-American students and graduates. Lambdas founders, as men of vision, realized there was a need to unite the Latino students, develop their leadership skills, impart upon them the value of an education, and instill in them a commitment to their community and culture. The traditional student club would not suffice to accomplish such lofty goals. Hence, Latino unity and brotherhood would be achieved through a long recognized institution - the fraternity. This newest addition to the Greek system would be the first in the nation, by identity and by name: Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Incorporated.
At the undergraduate level, our brothers are active within the Fraternity and in other student organizations. Our brothers perform community service, promote our culture by sponsoring events which highlight and celebrate our heritage, participate in educational workshops, and enjoy many social programs. As a result of their active participation in every aspect of college life, our undergraduates are developing their organizational, communication, and leadership skills, all while pursuing the coveted diploma. Our younger Lambdas are receiving the training and competence to serve as the future leaders of our brotherhood, community, and nation.
At the professional level, among our ranks you will find attorneys, doctors, and engineers. Our brothers are shaping young minds as educators and as dedicated fathers. The men in brown and white are defending this country at home and abroad in the area of law enforcement and in the armed forces. We are strengthening our country’s economy as entrepreneurs. Our
brothers are teaching leadership as coaches, mentors, and community activists. The Lambdas are affecting policy and change as elected officials serving on City Councils, Boards of Education, U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Senate. In short, Lambdas are contributing and excelling in every facet of human endeavor.
Since our founding, Lambda Theta Phi has established chapters in every region of the country at both the undergraduate and professional levels. Our brotherhood continues to provide the necessary skills and resources for the advancement and empowerment of our people and for the betterment of this nation. Our illustrious history is not only our past but our guiding
light to the future. As the first, we overcame many obstacles. Not having much guidance in our formative stages, we persevered and became stronger. Lambda is the product of vision, strength, and unity. Our history serves as a legacy and testament to our accomplishments and greatness.
At the undergraduate level, our brothers are active within the Fraternity and in other student organizations. Our brothers perform community service, promote our culture by sponsoring events which highlight and celebrate our heritage, participate in educational workshops, and enjoy many social programs. As a result of their active participation in every aspect of college life, our undergraduates are developing their organizational, communication, and leadership skills, all while pursuing the coveted diploma. Our younger Lambdas are receiving the training and competence to serve as the future leaders of our brotherhood, community, and nation.
At the professional level, among our ranks you will find attorneys, doctors, and engineers. Our brothers are shaping young minds as educators and as dedicated fathers. The men in brown and white are defending this country at home and abroad in the area of law enforcement and in the armed forces. We are strengthening our country’s economy as entrepreneurs. Our
brothers are teaching leadership as coaches, mentors, and community activists. The Lambdas are affecting policy and change as elected officials serving on City Councils, Boards of Education, U.S. House of Representatives, and U.S. Senate. In short, Lambdas are contributing and excelling in every facet of human endeavor.
Since our founding, Lambda Theta Phi has established chapters in every region of the country at both the undergraduate and professional levels. Our brotherhood continues to provide the necessary skills and resources for the advancement and empowerment of our people and for the betterment of this nation. Our illustrious history is not only our past but our guiding
light to the future. As the first, we overcame many obstacles. Not having much guidance in our formative stages, we persevered and became stronger. Lambda is the product of vision, strength, and unity. Our history serves as a legacy and testament to our accomplishments and greatness.