A New Year of Service, Leadership, and Excellence: Sigma Lambda Chapter Welcomes Its 2026 Executive Leadership

As a new fraternal year begins, the Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. proudly welcomes its 2026 leadership administration, a team prepared to build upon the chapter's legacy of service, brotherhood, scholarship, and excellence.

Under the leadership of Bro. Dr. Brian L. Turner, President, and Bro. Rev. Dr. Patrick C. Thompson, Vice President, the 2026 executive committee stands ready to serve the brothers of Sigma Lambda and continue advancing the chapter's mission in the Greater New Orleans community.

The administration brings together brothers serving across the chapter's executive and operational leadership, including: • Bro. Dr. Brian L. Turner — President • Bro. Rev. Dr. Patrick C. Thompson — Vice President • Bro. Gilbert Jones — Treasurer • Bro. Wayne Woods, Esq. — Parliamentarian • Bro. Malik Bartholomew — Historian • Bro. Jarred Jupiter — Corresponding Secretary • Bro. Kendrick Miller — Chaplain • Bro. Robert Mitchell, Jr. — Director of Education • Bro. Howard Rodgers, IV — Dean of Membership • Bro. Dexter Joseph — Sergeant at Arms • Bro. Kael Saloy — Recording Secretary • Bro. Dr. Marc Barnes — Associate Editor to The Sphinx • Bro. Ralph Johnson — Member at Large • Bro. Robert Carter, III — Member at Large • Bro. Terrol Perkins — Member at Large

Together, this executive committee represents a collective commitment to ensuring that Sigma Lambda remains a chapter where brotherhood is strengthened, leadership is developed, and service remains at the center of the work.

Continuing a Century of Excellence

The new administration assumes its responsibilities during a particularly meaningful period for Sigma Lambda. With the chapter carrying the distinction of 100 years of Alpha excellence in New Orleans, the work of today's brothers is connected to a century-long legacy established by those who came before them.

Leadership in Alpha Phi Alpha is more than holding a title. It is a responsibility to the Brotherhood, to the community, and to the ideals upon which the Fraternity was founded.

As Sigma Lambda moves into another year, the administration will have the opportunity to build upon the accomplishments of previous leaders while creating new opportunities for education, community engagement, mentorship, fellowship, and service.

The charge is clear: serve with purpose, lead with integrity, and leave the chapter stronger for those who follow.

A Prayer for the Work Ahead

As these brothers begin their respective terms of service, Sigma Lambda looks not only to their experience and leadership, but also to divine guidance for the journey ahead:

"May God guide our thoughts and control our lives so that we may become through Thee servants of all."

That spirit provides an appropriate foundation for the year ahead. Leadership is ultimately about service—to the Brotherhood, to the community, and to a purpose greater than oneself.

The 2026 administration now steps forward with a shared responsibility: to serve, to lead, and to continue the legacy.

One Brotherhood. One Legacy. One Future. Service. Leadership. Excellence.

The Sigma Lambda Chapter congratulates and welcomes its 2026 executive leadership and looks forward to a year of continued achievement, meaningful service, and Alpha excellence.