2013 Black & Gold Scholarship Gala

Recently, the men of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Omicron Sigma Lambda (OSL) chapter, hosted their first annual Black & Gold Scholarship Gala at the Doubletree Hotel in Murfreesboro, TN. The excitement generated in the weeks prior to the event exceeded expectations and it turned out to be a grand affair! The event was a huge supporter of local artists, as was apparent upon entering the venue. Guests were greeted by an array of beautifully, handcrafted original paintings on display in the corridor and along the hallway.


As guests proceeded down the hall, you could hear the inviting sounds of local live band, Chris Simmons and Friends drawing you into the ballroom and eventually, before the night was over, onto the dance floor! It was an evening of elegance, as attendees arrived adorned in tuxedos and beautiful evening gowns to attend this long awaited, upscale scholarship event.

Chris Simmons and Friends, Local Live Band

Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. in attendance at the Gala.

Members of the Omicron Sigma Lambda Chapter, Murfreesboro, TN

This event was hosted in honor of two award recipients, Malcolm Dorsey and Dallas Taylor, who received scholarships from The OSL Foundation, on behalf of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Omicron Sigma Lambda chapter. The requirements for scholarship candidacy included a GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, an essay, and must have either attended a high school in Rutherford or Putnam County, or are planning to attend Middle Tennessee State University or Tennessee Technological University. The candidates must also be male to qualify for this award.

Brother Tony Beard, Chair, 2013 Black & Gold Gala and Vice President, OSL

Brother James Mason, Chair, 2013 Black & Gold Gala

Brother Warren Isenhour, District Director and Brother Steven Simms, Comptroller, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Brother Chauncey Howard, President, The OSL Foundation

   

Later in the evening, guests danced the night away to the familiar grooves of veteran DJ and fellow fraternity brother, DJ Reggie Reg. A fabulous time was had by everyone, and all for a worthy cause... to award two deserving young men scholarship funds so that they may continue to pursue their educational endeavors. The night's presentations were memorable, the entertainment was great, the dinner was excellent and the ambiance was unforgettable. This event was truly a touch of class.

Brother Reggie Mason

Brother Steven Simms, Comptroller, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and Brother Brian Jeffries, President, OSL

Brother Tony Beard, Vice President, OSL, Brother Brian Jeffries, President, OSL, and Brother Robert Vick, Member, OSL and Undergraduate Chapter Advisor, Kappa Xi

For more information about The OSL Foundation or to stay up-to-date on upcoming events hosted by the OSL chapter, be sure to go out and "Like" their page on FaceBook.com.

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