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1 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter 2013 Student of the Year Application Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter P.O. Box 1654 Louisville, KY

2 Established 1920 Polemarch E. Maquel Marshall Vice Polemarch Noah L. Lucas Keeper of Records Eric Stout Keeper of Exchequer Sean Pleasant Strategus Juan Renaud Lt. Strategus Nathan Pitts Historian Carlo Kellem Reporter Courtney Phelps Asst. KOR Lawrence Lyons Asst. KOE Leo T. M. Brown Board Members Samuel W. Bell Luis R. McAlpin Richard H. Watkins Director of Guide Right N Namdi O. Paskins Director of Reclamation James Hurt Jr. Chaplin Ricky Moore National Chairman, Piney Woods School P. Jerry Siegel Keeper of Records Donald Woolridge Sr. Election Committee Chair E. Andre Douglas Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians: The Louisville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is accepting applications for our Annual Student of the Year Competition Award for 2013 High School Males who are juniors or seniors. Please see the attached application materials for details. The application deadline is February 21, All applications will be reviewed and graded at that time and ranked in order. The top three student application packets will be awarded an opportunity to interview with the Louisville Alumni Chapter in order for our members to vote on the winner of our 2013 Student of the Year. Subsequently, we will also choose a runner up to the overall winner. The competition will be held on Friday, March 1, 2013 at the University of Louisville - Student Activity Center. The winner of the competition will receive a one-time $500 Student of the Year Award and is expected to compete at the (Regional) Student of the Year Competition in Tupelo, MS during the first weekend of April The competition in Tupelo, MS will give the student another chance to earn more award monies. The winner will receive a $250 stipend for travel expenses to Tupelo, MS. We will also award the runner up with a one-time $250 award. Please take this time to review the application and we encourage your high school junior or senior to apply. Thank You, Nominating Committee and Life Membership Chair E. Maquel Marshall Website Master Oscar Carter KY MOIP Coordinator Adonis Henderson E. Maquel Marshall President, Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

3 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter Guidelines for the 2013 Student of the Year Competition QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELIGIBILITY Qualified applicants must: Be a high school junior or a high school senior male who will graduatein the spring of current school year. Must be able to exhibit their skills and abilities. Have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Be a minority male. Kappa League members are encouraged to participate in the competition; the contest however, is not limited to Kappa Leaguers. AREAS TO BE JUDGED Awareness: Awareness of events in all aspects of life: politics, education, world affairs, etc. Career Preparation: As evidenced by your personal statement and academic preparation. Poise/ Grooming: Introduce self and give a brief statement of his philosophy of life. Dress Business Attire (Suit/Tie) Scholarship: Grade point average will be determined by official transcript. School/Community Activities: A listing of school and community activities, organizational memberships, and offices held, etc. Talent Competition and Questioning and Answering Period:Verbal, musical, and visual presentations that will exhibit the skills and abilities of the Contestant. Q/A: Each student will select a question and present answer when asked. The contestant must furnish musical instruments and materials and their own piano accompanist. APPLICATION PROCESS Typed application. The application must be signed in blue ink. Official high school transcript (including SAT/ACT test scores) Completed Counselor Evaluation Form (included) Two Professional Recommendations. Letters from teachers, mentors, or community/religious leaders are recommended. Letters should be placed in a sealed envelope and returned to the applicant for mailing with the application packet. Personal Statement (Essay) of your goals for the future (at least 250 words typed, 500 words maximum) ALL MATERIALS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE OF FEBRUARY 21, 2013

4 DATA SHEET NAME Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter 2013 Student of the Year Competition AGE STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE TELEPHONE (home number) ADDRESS HIGH SCHOOL NAME OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN PARENT/GUARDIAN CONTACT NUMBER: TYPE OF PRESENTATION/EXHIBITION (I.E., ART DISPLAY, VOCAL SOLO, DRAMATIC READING. ETC.).

5 NAME: LIST COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES (attach an additional page if necessary): LIST SCHOOL ACTIVITIES, MEMBERSHIPS AND POSITIONS HELD(attach an additional page if necessary): PERSONAL STATEMENT: In at least 250 words, but no more than 500 words (essay format), please discuss your goals (personal, academic, and career) for the future. Also, indicate why you should be chosen as a 2013Student of the Year. (Please attach a separate personal statement-typed.) I verify that the information provided in this document is accurate. Further, I understand that Iwill be disqualified should any information be found false. Signature of Applicant (in blue ink) Date

6 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter Guidelines for the 2013 Student of the Year Competition TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORM is a candidate for the Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter of KappaAlpha Psi, Student of the Year Contest. A copy of his transcript to date is required to evaluate his academic work for the contest. Kindly mail a copy of the transcript to: 2013 Student of the Year Committee Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter P.O. Box 1654 Louisville, KY (Parent/Guardian Signature indicating approval) Counselor's Signature (if required) Date (Candidate must include a completed copy of this form in the packet to indicate that he has requested a transcript.)

7 Student: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Louisville (KY) Alumni Chapter Guidelines for the 2013 Student of the Year Competition COUNSELOR EVALUATION School: Present grade point average of this student is on a scale. GPA is weighted unweighted Class Rank: This student ranks exactly / approximately # out of graduating seniors In comparison to the college preparatory curriculum offered at your school, this student s course selection is: most demanding How long have you known this student? demanding average below average In the space below, or on an attached sheet, please evaluate this applicant based on academic performance, consistency and potential. Kappa Alpha Psi evaluates candidates using the typical academic indicators, with emphasis on special talents, leadership potential and personal determination. Please do not list the student's extracurricular activities, as they are asked for elsewhere in the application. Counselor Name: Counselor Telephone Number: Counselor Signature: Date: