Brothers:

Please read the link below. Brother Adrián Pedroza, alumnus from Alpha Upsilon in New Mexico, was recently appointed to the president's advisory commission on educational excellence for Hispanic. This will give brother Pedroza an amazing opportunity to affect change in education for Hispanic/Latino students. His bio can be found a few paragraphs below the statement of appointments. 

Congratulations, Brother Pedroza!

This past week Adrián A. Pedroza an alumni brother of Alpha Upsilon Chapter was appointed by President Obama to an Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics and was sworn in on Thursday at the White House. I have attached the link to the press release feel free to check it out.   http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2011/10/05/president-obama-announces-more-key-administration-posts

USF Lambdas

LAMBDA Alumni at the 17th Annual Tampa Police Memorial Run with Chief of Police, Jane E. Castor

 — with Omar Nevarez, William Ramos,Vic Manuel, Chief of Police, Jane Castor and Lazaro Mayor Jr.

CONGRATS TO LAMBDA THETA PHI's NEWEST ALUMNI/GRADUATE CHAPTERS......LAMBDA EPSILON - HOUSTON AREA and LAMBDA ZETA- ARIZONA!

HERMANO DIEGO BERNAL WINS SAN ANTONIO CITY COUNCIL SEAT!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

'Hard work' propels upstart in District 1
By Josh Baugh
jbaugh@express-news.net
Updated 12:40 a.m., Sunday, June 12, 2011

Civil rights lawyer Diego Bernal proved Saturday that a political neophyte can run for City Council with almost no name recognition or money and overcome opponents with both.
Bernal, 34, sailed to victory in his runoff against retired firefighter and one-time front-runner Ralph Medina. Walking into his victory party, Bernal thanked his opponent for “a good and competitive, spirited race” and said the city's first responders will have a friend and ally in the District 1 office.
“I'm really very humbled that people put their trust in me, and I'm excited about the opportunity,” Bernal said. “I think that this district needs a very diverse and aggressive City Council office, and I'm more than ready to lead that charge.”


Read more: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/politics/article/Hard-work-propelsupstart-in-District-1-1420442.php#ixzz1P4nUDj8O

2011 Alumni Summer Picnic

ALL ALUMNI BROTHERS ACROSS THE NATION ARE INVITED TO THE LAMBDA ALPHA ANNUAL NYC PICNIC

THOUSANDS OF BROTHERS GETTING READY TO HEAD TO VEGAS....VIVA LAS VEGAS.........

Congrats to Rene Diaz of AA chapter for winning the NSF fellowship.

Rene was recentlly featured in article entitled "Rocket Man: Promising Space Career Awaits Engineering Grad" By Chad Binette on May 24, 2011

Here is a quick blurb form the article.

Diaz, an honors student who earned degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering this month, will head to Georgia Tech in the fall to continue his research into developing a metallic glass that is stronger than steel, more elastic than rubber, almost completely scratch resistant and inexpensive. He will collaborate with researchers from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

A National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship valued at $121,500 will cover Diaz’s tuition and also pay him a stipend.

Diaz is one of 10 UCF students and recent graduates who earned NSF Graduate Research Fellowships this year. The program recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees.


if you would like to read, click on this link:

http://news.ucf.edu/UCFnews/index?page=article&id=002400416a60cde7013003bb6e24007527

Congrats to the BIG GUY FROM PSI, Santos Matos SP 97 on the birth of his daughter.

Addyson Jordan arrived on May 20th at 6:54am weigh 8lbs 9oz. She is doing amazing and we are all very excited.

CONGRATS TO ALUMNI BROTHER Eriberto Delvalle, XI Fall 96, ON HIS BIRTH OF HIS HEALTHY BABY GIRL!

Sophia Emmi DELVALLE, Born 5/21/11 @ 8:51pm 7lbs 15oz 19 inches long

LAMBDA DISCOUNT- ICE CREAM FOR THE FAMILY

Brothers, Cremas Artisan Flavors located at 4301 Park Avenue Union City, NJ 07087 will offer 15% discounts to all Lambda Theta Phi Alumni through June 30th.
Bring your families and support our local ice cream shop, owned and operated by Mariano Pellegrino Spring 2002, Gamma Chapter. Visit http://cremasflavors.com for more information.

Newly initiated Arizona Alumni- Spring 2011

Congrats to recent Alumni Brother Fran De La Pena of Alpha Rho SP09 on his graduation from Temple and acceptance into The Marriott's Management Development Program!!!

Fran has accepted the Marriott International, Management Development Program offer!! He will be the next Operations Manager Trainee in the City of Brotherly Love!


MAs a global industry leader, Marriott focuses on the future. Every year, The recruitment team searches for the best and brightest group of diverse university graduates and interns from universities and hospitality, management training positions which offers opportunities to shape their careers and the future of our business. Sound intriguing? With more than 1100 managed properties and 18 Marriott brands, you’ll find that Marriott in your own neighborhood and around the world delivering personalized, exceptional guest experiences. Explore our career opportunities and find your world at Marriott.

Marriott’s best in class Management Training Programs offers participants a self-paced, individualized opportunity to gain management experience and insight by working in various disciplines of our business. Participants develop discipline-specific technical skills needed to be proficient in the job and the management skills necessary to ensure a successful career with Marriott.Management training program participants concentrate on the area of the business that interests them most, which may include available positions in:

Accounting & FinanceRevenue ManagementFood & BeverageRooms Operations & Guest ServicesSales & Marketing

As an MDP, as they call it, I will be an Operations Manager Trainee at the Courtyard Marriott near the Philadelphia International Airport. The goal of the program is to teach me the culture of Marriott including its services, operations, and ideals that make the company so unique. I will be taught the ins and outs of the entire operation. The program will allow me to move within the company at a rapid rate, and hopefully land me my dream job of running my very own hotel as a GM.


Francisco De La Pena
Temple University
Fox School of Business/School of Tourism & Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science - Tourism & Hospitality Management
Alpha Rho Chapter
La Tumba Del Dolor
Spring 2009 #3 - Born Identity

Alumni Brother Eriberto Delvalle FALL 96 Xi and former Director of Alumni Affairs Soon to be Father

CONGRATS TO ALUMNI BROTHER Alexi Poulianos of Upsilon Chapter on finishing his Law Degree @ Hofstra Law School

FLORIDA LAMBDA BETA ALUMNI CHAPTER LATINO GREEK NETWORKING EVENT A SUCCESS!!!

CONGRATS TO ALUMNI BROTHER RUBEN HOYOS....recién casados....JUST MARRIED!!!!

Congratulations MR & MRS HOYOS!!!! best wishes on your new journey!!!!

Just Married!!!

Dennis Ladogana a FB from Alpha Alpha Fall 96 got married this past weekend to fiancé Kathy Jimenez. Dennis is an active member of the DC Alumni Colony and is currently working on his masters degree.

Congrats to Alumni Brother Charlie Soto on attaining his Juris Doctorate!!

CONGRATS JAIME!!!!

Jaime “DIRRTYSHADOW” Olmos
Founding Brother #10 Winter 2004 Beta Sigma Chapter
Current Position: Director of Collegiate & Academic Affairs 2010-2012


Jaime Olmos is currently a Ph.D. student in the American Studies program at Rutgers University–Newark, and has recently obtained his Masters Certification in the program. Born and raised in Chicago, he attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and graduated with honors double majoring in Latina/o Studies and Spanish.
 
Currently, Jaime focuses on the culture of Latino Greek-lettered organizations on college campuses, and the way Latinidad is established through these organizations in relation to community involvement, cultural awareness and familial bonds. To help facilitate this complex and seldom-researched project, he actively communicates with the undergraduate and graduate Latino Greek communities on a variety of campuses and holds a position on the National Executive Board of Lambda Theta Phi Fraternidad Latina, Inc.

TWINS!!!!

May 3rd, Joe Daniel Sanchez, Alpha Theta, Delta Line, Fall 98 and his wife Silvia gave birth to twins, Maksym Alijah and Nayeli Karina Sanchez.

NY ALUMNI-LAMBDA ALPHA CHAPTER ALUMNI PANEL INTRODUCTIONS

FOR MORE COVERAGE VIST http://www.nylambdas.net/

LAMBDA ALPHA ALUMNI CHAPTER raises $500 for LES Girls Club and volunteered @ 2011 Strawberry Festival

A MESSAGE FROM LAMBDA ALPHA ALUMNI CHAPTER PRESIDENT WALDIR ALVAREZ


I would like to extend a thank you to Alex Chunga, Kaed Gonzalez and Danny Marin for their participation this morning at the LES walk-a-thon for the LES Girls Club. Our chapter organized a donation of $500. I am quite impressed in the generosity of our brotherhood, friends and family alike.

If that was not enough, thank you to Alex, Danny, James Gustaw and Fernando Bisono for their assistance at the 2011 Strawberry Festival today as well. I was pleasantly surprised by the special guest appearance of the Founding Brother from John Jay colony. To do community service on his visit from Nevada is noteworthy. I was fortunate for my son to meet the alumni brothers working for its community. Great example brothers.

Fraternally,

Waldir B. Alvarez

Alumni Brother Bernal in runoff for District 1

Alumni Brother/Civil-rights attorney Diego Bernal has been tirelessly working and campaigning for the past months and it has paid off. He is headed for a June 11 runoff for the District 1 City Council seat after one of the most closely watched races in San Antonio this year.

Read more: http://www.mysanantonio.com/default/article/Pair-in-runoff-for-District-1-1380175.php#ixzz1MYycCPNH

Congratulations to Brother Joe Palencia

Congratulations to Brother Joe Palencia on graduating from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a B.A. in Communication & Latina/o Studies. He received a Academic Achievement Award from the Office of Minority Student Affairs for achieving excellence in academics, leadership, and community service. Brother Palencia will begin his graduate studies this fall at Loyola University Chicago (M. Ed in Higher Education), working in the Department of Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs as a Graduate Assistant for Student Retention & Academic Success. In addition, Brother Palencia will be serving as the Vice President of Illinois Sector 1 as of July 1st, 2011.

USF ALPHA PSI NEWEST ALUMNI BROS

TILL THE DAY WE DIE........WE WILL CONTINUE TO BE ACTIVE ALUMNI.

NY ALUMNI-LAMBDA ALPHA CHAPTER ALUMNI PANEL A SUCCESS!

I would also like to send a heartfelt thank you to Daniel Sedares, Christian Vasquez, Jose Castaneda Jr, and Aaron Virola for their participation in yesterday's panel. I appreciate the time you brothers took from your busy schedules and families to share your experiences with others. As soon as the video is finalized, we will post it for everyone to see. This is a building block for our growing network.

Look forward to our next career event this summer.

Fraternally,

Waldir B. Alvarez

CONGRATS TO ANTHONY "BIG SHOW" BROOKS FALL 08 TAU CHAPTER.............ON THE BIRTH OF his BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER!!!!

Mayaelyse Sydney Brooks born 5/5/11 1:23 am 6lbs 3 oz. 20.5 inches. Absolutely beautiful!

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT...WILSON CAMELO.......LAMBDA CHAPTER SP93

Wilson Camelo is Agency Principal and Vice President of Public Relations at Bauzá & Associates. He is also the author of latino lingo, the longest-running blog focused on Hispanic marketing. He has more than 15 years experience as a senior communication strategist in both the general market and Hispanic market. He has worked with local, regional and national clients including National Penn Bank, Connecticut Light & Power, Yankee Gas, Bigelow Tea, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, and Bruegger's Bagels.

Camelo's communication career proudly began in the United States Air Force. While on active duty, he personally advised, prepared and accompanied 4-star generals at national level media and speaking events. Now Maj. Camelo, he continues to serve in the Air Force Reserve and is currently the senior Public Affairs Officer at Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass., the Air Force's largest Reserve base.

His work has been recognized by numerous national, regional and state public relations awards from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), Publicity Club of New England, and the Connecticut PRSA. Camelo served as Secretary of PRSA's Multicultural Communication Professional Interest Section, is on the board of the Southern Connecticut Chapter of PRSA – serving twice as chapter president – and the Connecticut Ad Club board. Born in Colombia, South America, he is a Brother of Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity, Inc.

OLD SCHOOL PICS

BROTHERS CAN YOU ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS???????

WHO??
WHAT???
WHEN???
WHERE??

HIP HOP ARTIST C-QUEL------- ALUMNI BROTHER Gregory Shaw (FALL 99 THETA CHAPTER)

http://www.reverbnation.com/themightysiek

ARTIST SUMMARY

Genres: Hip Hop / Hip Hop / Hip Hop
ARTIST BIO
C-Quel was born May 27,in New Brunswick, NJ. This recording artist /songwriter of African-American, West Indian, Native American and Irish descent grew up in Old Bridge, NJ. His strong musical background derives from his mother, who loved to sing and dance; as well as his father, who played at various New York City venues as a polished guitarist and keyboardist in a band. C-Quel began singing at his Baptist Church at the age of 4 years old. By 9, he played the alto saxophone in the school band, and continued for the next 4 years. 90’s Hip Hop and R&B heavily influenced his life—Tupac Shakur , LL Cool J and Busta Rhymes particularly contributed to his desire to pursue a music career. “The Red Carpet Affair” explains the impact that the “Mighty Siek” will have on the music industry. He sees a particular lack of creativity, and knows that he can fill that void where others have not. C-Quel tested the boundaries of his songwriting skills and delivered a unique sound on this challenging project. The Mighty Siek believes re-imaging his brand is the only way to challenge his creativity. “The Red Carpet Affair” has a “Mainstream” sound, and a “Hip Hop” influence.



CHECK HIM OUT AND SUPPORT
http://www.reverbnation.com/themightysiek

ATTENTION ALUMNI BROTHERS IN THE CHICAGO AREA..THE CHICAGO ALUMNI COLONY PRESENTS CASINO NIGHT JUNE 3, 2011!

ATTENTION ALL ALUMNI BROTHERS IN THE CHICAGO AREA.
THE CHICAGO ALUMNI COLONY BROTHERS INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEM IN A NIGHT OF FUN
You are cordially invited to

CASINO NIGHT - 2011

Games available:

Black Jack
Texas Hold 'em
Poker
Roulette
Loteria

Light hors d' oeuvres
Live DJ
Cash Bar

$25 Donation will get you $1000 of playing chips, admission, and appetizers.

Please Note: All donations are tax-deductable. All proceeds will go to benefit the Lambda Theta Phi Illinois Alumni Association "Lideres" Scholarship and the Phi Alpha Alumnae Chapter of Gamma Phi Omega's scholarship.

CONGRATS TO FUTURE ALUMNI BROTHER RENATO ARIAS (BA chapter FA'08) and EDGAR HERNANDEZ @ California State University, Dominguez Hills

These Brothers were recently awarded Honor Society award "order of omega" for Greek Leaders in their communities and for outstanding academics and leadership.

LAMBDA FOUNDATION

Hello Brothers.

My name is Juan J. Martinez and I am the current Secretary/Communications officer for the Lambda Theta Phi Foundation. As you may or may not know, The Foundation is a non-profit entity that is affiliated with the Fraternity.

Since its founding in 1998, the Foundation has awarded numerous scholarships to Brothers and Chapters across the nation. We have also hosted and participated in an abundant number of socio-cultural programming that benefits our Brotherhood and local communities.

In addition, the Foundation has also extended its hand and collaborated nationally and internally with other organizations to help those in need during the recent natural disasters.

As always we strive for better programs and larger scholarships, but the time has come for us to petition for greater contributions. We have a variety of premiums available for those who donate to the Foundation. These premiums can be given in gratitude for a donation or can be bought from our Foundation store. Please visit our website www.foundation1975.com and click the Foundation Store link for a full list of available items

The Foundation will also be present during vendor hours at the 2011 National Convention in Las Vegas. Please look for our table. We will have items for sale at this time.

Thank you for your time Brothers.

Fraternally
Juan J. Martinez
jmartinez@foundation1975.com
Lambda Theta Phi Foundation Secretary

CONGRATS TO ALUMNI BROTHER JOE PALENCIA Sp07, Beta Sigma Chapter (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)

Brother Palencia will begin his graduate studies this fall at Loyola University Chicago (M. Ed in Higher Education), working in the Department of Student Diversity and Multicultural Affairs as a Graduate Assistant for Student Retention & Academic Success.

COMEDIAN ALUMNI BROTHER OSCAR COLLAZOS PHI-FALL 97 performing in NYC

Sunday Night Therapy at the New York Comedy Club - an Oscar Collazos (Phi-Fall 97) Production

We all know how hard we work during the week. Some of us don't even have weekends! So if you are off on Sunday 5/15, come thru for a great time and an awesome way to end (or start) your week. Dr. Oz says that the number one best thing to do for your health is laugh more. Don't buy it?

Featuring the comedy of:
Oni Perez
David Foster
Jesse Jones
Yours Truly
and other comics who have yet to respond to my booking.

Top 5 reason you should go:
1. You have friends in town and this is a great way to entertain them on a night when not much else is going on.
2. I haven't seen you in a long time.
3. You have your first match.com date scheduled that night (guarantee if you bring her)
4. You have your second match.com date and you have no clue what the ^$^&$ to do.
5. If you don't laugh, you will die, you unhealthy bastard!

$10 Cover and 2 drink min.

Support Stand-Up!!!!!!

ALUMNI BROTHER DIEGO BERNAL CONTINUES HIS QUEST TO BE ELECTED SAN ANTONIO CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1

ALL ALUMNI IN THE TRI STATE AREA INVITED TO HAPPY HOUR NETWORKING EVENT CINCO DE MAYO..CT STYLE!

ALUMNI PANEL