✦ 1906 • 1951 • Beta Iota Legacy

The Beta Iota Chapter
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Welcome to the official digital home of the Beta Iota Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. This site is built for chapter insight, updates, service initiatives, donations, leadership, alumni connection, and community engagement.

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About Beta Iota

The Beta Iota Chapter represents a proud tradition of brotherhood, scholarship, leadership, and service. Our chapter continues to uphold the aims of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated through strong campus presence and meaningful community impact.

From service programs and educational events to mentorship, civic engagement, and signature chapter traditions, Beta Iota is committed to moving with excellence and purpose.

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Homecoming Stepshow Winners!

Highlighting chapter presence, unity, and the excellence Beta Iota brings to campus.

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Leadership in Action

From programs to service, the chapter stays visible and connected to the student body.

Chapter History

A legacy rooted in brotherhood, scholarship, leadership, and service from Cornell University to Winston-Salem State University.

The Legacy of Alpha Phi Alpha & Beta Iota

Alpha Phi Alpha, the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men, was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Seven college men recognized the need for a strong bond of brotherhood among African descendants in this country and created a legacy that continues to lead, serve, and uplift communities.

On April 28, 1951, the Beta Iota Chapter was chartered on the campus of Winston-Salem State University by 11 young men who helped establish a lasting chapter presence built on excellence, service, and leadership.

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1951Beta Iota chartered at Winston-Salem State University

Beta Iota Charter Members

William F. Henderson James Petway Charles Buie Ernie Thompson Robert Claybrook Howard Walker Avis Holman Dan Spikes Fredrick Cunduff Charles Hanes Willie Mcduffie
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How we stay Cold!

Explore the work, initiatives, and signature programs that help Beta Iota serve campus and community.

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Brotherhood Development

Programs focused on building stronger brothers through leadership, accountability, service, and chapter growth.

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Community Outreach

Service projects supporting local schools, campus partners, families, and surrounding communities.

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Campus Partnerships

Collaborations with departments, student organizations, alumni, and local leaders.

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Academic Excellence

Study support, academic accountability, and professional readiness for chapter members and students.

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Mentorship

Mentoring students through leadership, accountability, professional development, and brotherhood.

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Career Readiness

Resume, networking, interview preparation, and professional growth opportunities.

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Miss Old Gold & Black

A signature tradition celebrating scholarship, confidence, service, elegance, and leadership.

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Chapter Highlights

Photoshoots, campus appearances, brotherhood moments, and public chapter updates.

Signature Events

Programs designed to connect students, support the community, and represent Alpha excellence.

Alpha Phi Alpha National Programs

National initiatives that reflect Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s commitment to service, education, advocacy, and community uplift.

Brother's Keeper

Formally called the A. Charles Haston Brother’s Keeper program, this service program was developed with the mission of advocating and improving the quality of life for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.’s senior brothers, their spouses and widows; brothers who are retired and have disabilities or ailments; and vulnerable community members.

A Voteless People is a Hopeless People

“A Voteless People is a Hopeless People” was initiated as a National Program of Alpha during the 1930s when many African Americans had the right to vote but were prevented from voting because of poll taxes, threats of reprisal, and lack of education about the voting process. Voter education and registration have remained a dominant focus of this outreach activity for over 65 years. In the 1990s, the focus shifted to include political awareness and empowerment through town meetings and candidate forums.

Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College

The “Go-to-High-School, Go-to-College” program, established in 1922, concentrates on the importance of completing secondary and collegiate education as a road to advancement.

Project Alpha™

This collaborative project is designed to provide education, motivation, and skill-building on issues of responsibility, relationships, teen pregnancy, and sexually transmitted diseases for young males ages 12-15. Project Alpha™ consists of workshops and informational sessions conducted by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity brothers.

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Insight & Updates

Keep students, alumni, and supporters informed on chapter news, upcoming events, and important announcements.

Upcoming

Preparing for the Upcoming Academic Year

The brothers of Beta Iota are getting ready for a strong academic year through planning, service preparation, leadership development, and campus engagement.

This Semester

Campus & Community Impact Recap

A recap of the brothers’ work and impact on campus and in the community through service, leadership, programming, and brotherhood.

Chapter Highlight

Congratulations to Our Recent Graduates

Congratulations to our recent graduates. Continue to hold the light high as you move onward and upward into the next chapter of life.

Get Involved

Partner With Beta Iota

Campus offices, organizations, alumni, and supporters can connect with the chapter for collaborations and donations.

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Chapter Leadership

Meet the elected officers leading Beta Iota with excellence, service, and accountability.

Bryan Tillman Jr., Chapter President

President

Bryan Tillman Jr.

Kamaal Muhammad, Vice President

Vice President

Kamaal Muhammad

Isaiah Anderson, Secretary

Secretary

Isaiah Anderson

William Mccall Johnson, Treasurer

Treasurer

William Mccall Johnson

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BI Royalty & Elegance

New Royalty: Highlighting our newly elected queens for the 2026–2027 academic year.

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2026-2027 Queens

Miss Old Gold & Black – Ryann Samuel

Ryann Samuel is a rising senior Political Science major with a minor in Sociology from Durham, North Carolina. Ryann will serve as SGA Political Action Committee Chair and is a Charter Member of the Phi Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

Miss Beta Iota – Taylor Daniel

Taylor Daniel is a rising Junior Nursing major with a minor in Psychology from Greenville, North Carolina. She serves through SGA, Housing & Residence Life as a Resident Assistant, and as a Campus Ambassador. Taylor is a proud member of the Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Miss 1906 – Eternitee Alston

Eternitee Alston is a rising Junior Psychology major from Atlanta, Georgia. She is the founder of the Black Lotus Initiative, a member of Outspoken Poetry, and an active member of CORE Ministry.

Contact the Chapter

Reach out for partnerships, donations, event collaborations, media requests, or chapter information.

Chapter Information

Instagram@BetaIota1951
Community OrganizationAlpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.®
CharteredApril 28, 1951 • #ΑΦΒΙ #053
Location601 S Martin Luther King Dr, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27110
Chapter Advisor Joseph Williams
Advisor Email jawlms06@gmail.com

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