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With a desire to ensure the continuity of Groove at Bowie State. The Prince george's County Graduate chapter was conceived. Now in our 15th year we appreciate all the support
How We Began
History
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship
Prince George’s County Graduate Chapter
(The History)
In 2003, A group of Fellowmen, mostly alumni of BSU began meeting monthly. This group consisted of the Fl. Gregory Jones, Fl. Bernard Douglas, Fl. Michael S. Hughes, Fl. John A. Word, Fl. Marvin Gibson, Fl. Gary Stoner, Fl. Frank Ausby and Fl. Larry Williams (Deceased). After the Chapter was formed, Fl. Alvin G. Pindell was one of the 1st “Bowie Brothers” to join.
The focus of these meetings was to build a plot on the campus, support undergraduate growth and to reunite all the Fellowmen who were initiated at Bulldog I (Bowie State) Chapter. The Prince George’s County Graduate Chapter was an outgrowth of these meetings.
Fl. Gregory A. Jones, a member of Groove Phi Groove SFI since 1976, graduated from Bowie State University in 1980. After graduating, he worked and lived in various places around the world. After returning to Washington, D.C. he renewed his graduate membership and the National administration, at that time, put Baltimore/Columbia Graduate Chapter on his membership card. Fl. Jones attended several local graduate chapter meetings while living in D.C.
Fl. Jones continuously questioned why there were no active undergraduate chapters in the region for the past 20 years. Fl. Jones inquired with Fl. Ronnie White, former National President for advice on starting a new graduate chapter. Fl. White gave the details and requirements on what it would take to start a new graduate chapter. At first the proposal was to name the new chapter the Bowie Graduate Chapter but Fl. White suggested a larger area of coverage for eligible members. Consequently, Prince George's County Graduate Chapter was decided upon as the name of the new chapter.
The chapter met primarily at the home of Fl. Word with the following goals in mind:
1.) Establish authorized membership as a graduate chapter with Groove Phi Groove SFI and Bowie University
2.) Reactivate the Bowie State undergrad chapter and ensure maintenance of the chapter and consistency of intake
3.) Establish a new area on which to build a plot on the campus of Bowie State University
4.) Establish a mentoring relationship with Bulldog I Chapter
5.) Establish projects to enhance the Fellowships relationship with the university and the community
The proposed charter group needed 5 financial members, a charter and submission to the National Conclave for approval.
The founding members were:
Fl. Bernard W. Douglas
Fl. Gregory A. Jones
Fl. Michael S. Hughes
Fl. Larry Williams (Deceased)
Fl. John A. Word
The request to become a chapter was presented by Fl. Bernard Douglas at the 2005 Conclave. The Prince George’s County Graduate Chapter was voted on and approved at the National Conclave on July 15, 2005 in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Officers
2005 - The Charter officers were:
President Fl. Michael S. Hughes
Secretary Fl. Gregory Jones
Treasurer Fl. Bernard Douglas
These officers were succeeded by:
2006- President Fl. Gregory Jones
Vice President Fl. Michael S. Hughes
Secretary Fl. Bernard Douglas
Treasurer Fl. Gregory Jones
2010 President Fl. Alvin G. Pindell
Vice President Fl. Omar B. Jones
Secretary Fl. Wendell C. Fuller
Treasurer Fl. John A. Word
2020 President Fl. Wendell C. Fuller
Vice President Fl. Jason Braithwaite
Secretary Fl. Solomon Bickersmith
Treasurer Fl. John A. Word
Major Goals and Accomplishments (in chronological order)
2006 - completion of the plot in its current location on Loop Road
2009 - 2016 Annual Groove Night Cabaret District Heights Municipal Center 1st Fundraiser and contribution to the Bowie State University Dorothy Holland Fund
2010 - February 20, 2010 at University of Maryland Eastern Shore successful orientation of the first line, Dean Fl. Gregory Jones,Members: Fl. Robyn Dwyer, Fl. Anthony Bethea, Fl. Kevin Flemimg and Fl. Billy Clardy (deceased)
2010 - Fundraiser done by the 1st line, The Four Disciples From Sin (2010) at Guys and Dolls in Ft. Washington
2010 - Initiated the Kenmore Scholars Mentoring Program college tours, athletic games
2011 - The Mighty Sons of Scion (2011) received a Citation from The Governor of Maryland for their Community Service Project
2011 - August 21, 2010 - Second Line Marcellus Brown, Terrance Curtis, Ernest Ford
2011 - September 1, 2011 Third line- David Thompson and Kevin Reese
2016 Met with and welcomed Dr. Breaux to the university in a lunchtime meeting
2017 - Bulldog I Chapter 50th Anniversary Celebration at Martin’s Crosswinds
2017 - Established the Groove Phi Groove Bulldog I Endowed Fund with a $13,000.00 initial contribution. The fund is approaching $30,000.00 as of summer of 2020.
2019 - Signature Fundraiser Grooving and Cruising at National Harbor raised $5,000.00 for the Groove Phi Groove Bulldog I Endowed Fund and $1,200.00 for the Dorothy Holland Emergency Student Fund
- 2020 - First Prince George’s Graduate Chapter Virtual Intake Fl. Andrea “Coach” Quick
- 2020 - woth the insight and financial support of Fl. Juan Stewart the Prince George's County Graduate Chapter Website was designed and launched in the fall of 2020
- The Prince George's Couny Graduate Chapter received It's Articles of Incorporation from the State of Maryland and established a new business checking account with the Wells Fargo Bank
- Applied for 501C3 status with the federal Government
Prince George's County Graduate Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc
MISSION
We, as college men, being aware of the increasing complexity of men's problems, especially those of Black men, and realizing the necessity of forming an organization for the purpose of studying and solving such problems, do therefore organize this fellowship in order to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, improve the social stature of the race, promote unity and friendship among college men and keep alive within the graduate an interest in college life and progressive movement emanating therefrom.
Our Partners
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc International Office
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc International Office
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc International Office
To perpetuate the Fellowship’s purposes, the National Office encourages affiliate chapters to participate in and support community service and civic programs aimed at youth mentoring, academic tutoring, scholarships, and activities that address the problems of homelessness, drug abuse, and alcoholism.
Bowie State University
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc International Office
Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc International Office
Bowie State University provides an exceptional education while limiting debt. It's proximity to major metropolitan areas gives students easy access to internships, cultural experiences and recreation. It is the home of the Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove and the alma mater of most members of the Prince George's County Graduate Chater of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
Bowie State University Black Male Educators and Leaders Alliance
Better Business Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
Better Business Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
The Bowie Black Male Educators and Leaders Alliance was launched through a partnership with the Center for Research and Mentoring of Black Male Students and Teachers and Bowie State University National Alumni Association (BSUNAA) starting in 2019.
Better Business Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
Better Business Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
Better Business Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.
Bulldog I Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc. is the undergraduate chapter closely aligned with the Prince George's County Graduate Chapter of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc
Prince George's County Graduate Chapter of Groove Phi Groove
Contact Us By Email: groovepggrad@gmail.com
(301) 456-9900