Xi Lambda Committees

The Adopt-A-Senior Committee is dedicated to uplifting and supporting senior citizens through meaningful service, fellowship, and community engagement. The committee focuses on building relationships with seniors by organizing wellness visits, holiday outreach, fitness and health initiatives, educational programs, and social activities that combat loneliness and promote a higher quality of life. Through partnerships with senior living facilities, community organizations, and local leaders, the committee works to ensure that seniors feel valued, respected, and connected.

The Alpha Walk Committee is committed to promoting brotherhood, health awareness, community engagement, and visibility through organized walks, wellness initiatives, and public service activities. The committee uses fitness and fellowship as tools to strengthen bonds among brothers while encouraging healthy lifestyles and positive community involvement.

The committee plans and coordinates walks that bring together brothers, families, community members, and partner organizations to support important causes, increase public awareness, and foster unity throughout the community. These events also serve as opportunities to showcase the fraternity’s commitment to leadership, service, and advocacy.

The committee focuses on:

  • Organizing community walks and wellness events
  • Promoting physical fitness and healthy living
  • Supporting charitable causes and awareness campaigns
  • Encouraging brotherhood, fellowship, and community participation
  • Building partnerships with health and civic organizations
  • Increasing the fraternity’s positive presence in the community

The Alphanomics Committee is dedicated to strengthening the economic foundation, financial literacy, and business advancement of the brotherhood and the communities we serve. Rooted in the principles of leadership, empowerment, and collective growth, the committee creates opportunities for brothers to build wealth, expand professional networks, support Black-owned businesses, and develop sustainable economic initiatives.

The committee focuses on:

  • Financial education and wealth-building strategies
  • Entrepreneurship and business development
  • Career advancement and professional networking
  • Investment education and economic empowerment
  • Supporting member-owned businesses and community partnerships
  • Creating scholarship, fundraising, and legacy-building opportunities

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Chicago Committee is committed to mentoring, empowering, and uplifting youth throughout the Chicago community through meaningful service, guidance, and leadership development. The committee works to build strong partnerships with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago and other community organizations to create positive opportunities for young people to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and professionally.

The committee focuses on:

  • Youth mentorship and leadership development
  • Academic encouragement and educational support
  • Career exposure and life-skills programming
  • Community service and outreach initiatives
  • Positive male role models and mentorship opportunities
  • Building confidence, discipline, and character in youth

The Distinguished Lecture Series Committee is dedicated to creating impactful educational and cultural experiences by bringing influential leaders, innovators, scholars, entrepreneurs, public servants, and community changemakers to share their knowledge, experiences, and vision with the brotherhood and the greater community.

The committee develops dynamic programs designed to inspire intellectual growth, leadership development, civic engagement, and meaningful dialogue on issues that impact our communities and society at large. Through engaging lectures, panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking opportunities, the committee promotes the exchange of ideas and encourages lifelong learning.

The committee focuses on:

  • Hosting prominent speakers and thought leaders
  • Educational and leadership development programming
  • Community engagement and public discourse
  • Professional and academic enrichment opportunities
  • Cultural awareness and social impact discussions
  • Building partnerships with educational, civic, and business organizations

The Education Activities Committee is dedicated to promoting academic excellence, lifelong learning, intellectual development, and educational empowerment within the chapter and throughout the community. The committee creates and supports programs that encourage scholarship, leadership, personal growth, and access to educational opportunities for youth, students, and members alike.

The committee organizes educational initiatives designed to inspire achievement, increase awareness, and provide valuable resources that support academic and professional success. Through workshops, tutoring programs, seminars, college and career readiness events, and community partnerships, the committee works to strengthen the culture of education and advancement.

The committee focuses on:

  • Academic enrichment and scholarship initiatives
  • Educational workshops and leadership development
  • Youth mentoring and tutoring opportunities
  • College preparation and career readiness programs
  • Literacy, learning, and personal development activities
  • Partnerships with schools, educators, and community organizations

The Election Committee is responsible for overseeing and administering a fair, transparent, organized, and professional election process for the chapter. The committee works to uphold the integrity of the fraternity by ensuring that all elections are conducted in accordance with the chapter’s bylaws, policies, and governing procedures.

The committee coordinates all aspects of the election process, including candidate eligibility verification, election timelines, voting procedures, communication with members, and certification of results. The committee also promotes professionalism, unity, and respect throughout the election season while encouraging active member participation and leadership development.

The committee focuses on:

  • Administering fair and impartial elections
  • Ensuring compliance with chapter bylaws and procedures
  • Managing candidate applications and eligibility requirements
  • Coordinating voting logistics and election timelines
  • Promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity
  • Encouraging member engagement and leadership participation

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Committee is responsible for building and strengthening relationships among the Divine Nine organizations through collaboration, fellowship, and community service. The committee promotes unity by coordinating joint programs, educational initiatives, social events, and service projects that reflect the shared mission and values of Black Greek-letter organizations.

CommitteeChairCo-Chair(s)Standing Meeting
Adopt-A-SeniorRodney Jones
Alpha WalkEmmanuel Neal
AlphanomicsMilton Brown Jr.Johnathan Ball4th Tuesday
Big Brothers Big Sisters of ChicagoDonovan Robinson
Budget & FinanceRev. David Griggs II
Community ProgramsRichard Jones
ConstitutionCurtis Bolden
ConventionsAntonio Orsborn
Distinguished Lecture SeriesLarry Holloway
Educational ActivitiesJoseph Ignatius
ElectionsBarris Sims
EventsDamon Smith
ExecutiveJohn Griffin Jr.1st Thursday
FellowshipColeman ConleyHarold Lucas
FundraisingArndell Ricks
Initial Membership Development ProcessMaurice Cousin Sr.3rd Thursday
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)Paul Stubblefield
MembershipRodney Boyd
Prayer BreakfastDr. Cornelius V. Johnson III
PublicityDamon Smith
Space Management
TechnologyArturo BarnesAntonio Orsborn1st Monday
Voteless People is a Hopeless PeopleEddie Winters
William R. Taylor Scholarship ShowcaseEric Carter