Alpha Upsilon plans New Mexico Youth Leadership Symposium

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LAMBDA THETA PHI LATIN FRATERNITY, INC. – ALPHA UPSILON CHAPTER TO HOST INAUGURAL NEW MEXICO YOUTH LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Gentlemen of Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Upsilon Chapter at The University of New Mexico will host the New Mexico Youth Leadership Symposium on UNM’s Main Campus on April 17, 2009. This one-day intensive leadership experience will give local high school students the opportunity to gain skills and information necessary for successful matriculation into an institution of higher education. Using resources from the university and Albuquerque community, the fraternity has put together an exciting program that will feature presentations ranging from how to dress for success, to how to be an effective leader. The Brothers of Alpha Upsilon Chapter will also host a presentation regarding the

use of community service opportunities as a means of gaining leadership skills and roles in the community while simultaneously enriching it.

Any Albuquerque Public Schools junior is eligible for the program, though sophomores and seniors will also be considered. More information is available at http://www.nmyls.org. This program will ensure that high school students that attend will leave with the information and skills necessary to become successful college students.

Contact:

Timoteo de la Serna, Public Relations Officer

timoteo@unm.edu

(505) 263-5438

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3rd Annual Toy Drive Shatters Expectations

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Contact: David Machado 520.982.4313
Email dfm321@gmail.com

LAMBDA THETA PHI – GAMMA BETA CHAPTER – 3rd ANNUAL TOY DRIVE SHATTERS EXPECTATIONS
Fraternity collects record 15,000 toys to benefit Salvation Army, others


TUCSON, AZ - December 8th, 2008 - This past weekend, Lambda Theta Phi's Gamma Beta Chapter at the University of Arizona took part in their 3rd annual 24 Hour Toy Drive, and in a time of economic hardship they witnessed generosity of epic proportions. The drive was held on December 5th and 6th, totaling 24 hours between the two days. The drive was hosted by the Wal-Mart Super center on West Valencia Road in Tucson, AZ. In partnership with the Salvation Army, and through the cooperation of Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Inc., the fraternity shattered its goal of 2,000 toys, raising over 15,000 new toys for less fortunate children in the Tucson and Southern Arizona area. With great thanks to Lisa Frank Incorporated for a deeply generous donation, the fraternity extends a sincere thanks to the community for helping in its cause.

All toys collected will benefit the Salvation Army’s Christmas Angel Toy Drive, as well as a local event called "Miracle on 31st street", who gives out toys to the children of South Tucson on Christmas eve. "I speak on behalf of our entire organization when I say that we continue to be blessed by the generosity of our community every holiday season", said chapter President David Machado, who has been a brother of the fraternity for more than three years. "We have a commitment to our community that we intend to fulfill every year," said Chapter Vice President and Director of Public Relations Adam Grijalva. In future years, the fraternity hopes to bring together more organizations of multicultural roots to participate in their event, making sure every child in Southern Arizona has a joyous holiday season.

Founded in 1975 at Kean University in Union, New Jersey, Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is the first and largest nationally recognized Greek-letter organization founded as a Latin Fraternity. The membership of Lambda Theta Phi is open to all college men who support its values of scholarship, respect for all culture, community service, and the advancement and fair treatment of Latinos. Lambda Theta Phi was the first Latin Fraternity to be recognized by the North-American Inter-Fraternity Conference (NIC), is a member of NALFO, and has over 90 Chapters and Colonies in: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. More information about Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. can be found on www.Lambda1975.org.

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5th Annual NALFO Penny Drive

RUTHERFORD, NJ- In its 5th consecutive year, the National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations (NALFO) and its affiliate members reunite in their "Quest for a Million Pennies". The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is unlike any other pediatric research and treatment facility of its kind. Due to its innovative scientific research, its discoveries have revolutionized the field of medicine concerning treatment of cancer and other catastrophic diseases that affect children. With the shared vision of St. Jude and NALFO, we continue to raise funds and awareness for this notable cause. The generosity of all participants will allow for St. Jude to continue its significant role as the 3rd largest healthcare charity facility that ensures the treatment of all patients, without regard for the families' ability to pay.

Lambda Theta Phi has made it a prerogative to assist NALFO with this event, which benefits the surrounding communities on a National scale. Last year, Lambda raised over 2,000 dollars. We are dedicated to the betterment of the community through service. As the first nationally recognized Latino Fraternity, we strive to take action in this event and have committed the help of all chapters and colonies to make it a success. The National Board of Directors is confident that we can assist NALFO and the participating organizations in meeting this years goal.

Founded in 1975 at Kean University in Union, New Jersey, Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. is the first national recognized Greek-letter organization founded as a Latin Fraternity. The membership of Lambda Theta Phi is open to all college men who support is values of scholarship, respect for all culture, community service, and the advancement and fair treatment of Latinos. Lambda Theta Phi was the first Latin Fraternity to be recognized by the North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) and today, has over 90 Chapters and Colonies in, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. More information about Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity, Inc. can be found on www.Lambda1975.org.

Gamma Beta Chapter Raises 1,300 Toys for Southern Arizona Youth

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Lambda theta Phi - Gamma Beta Chapter - 2nd annual Toy Drive Huge Success

TUCSON, AZ - Lambda theta Phi's Gamma Beta Chapter at the University of Arizona recently took part in their 2nd annual 24 Hour Toy Drive, hoping to double the 300 toys they collected last year. The toy drive was held on December 14th and 15th, totaling 24 hours between two days. The drive was hosted by the Wal-Mart Super center on West Valencia Road in Tucson, AZ. Along with the help of the Organization of Women Looking for Sisterhood in Chi Upsilon Sigma ( O.L.W.S. in C.U.S.), the fraternity shattered its goal, raising over 1,300 new toys for less fortunate children in the Tucson and Southern Arizona area. Along with thanks for a greatly generous donation by Lisa Frank Incorporated, the fraternity extends a sincere thanks to the community for helping in its cause.

All toys raised directly benefited the Frank and Edith Morton Boys and Girls Club of Tucson, as well as a local event called "Miracle on 31st street", who gives out toys to the children of south Tucson on Christmas eve. "This event directly characterizes our organization's purpose, both in the community and as role-models for our fellow students", said chapter President David Machado, who has been a brother of the fraternity for more than two years. "U of A students can impact this city in ways we can't imagine, all we need is to do a little work". The fraternity hopes in future years to unite all organization of multicultural roots to participate in the event, making the effect greater and more expansive than ever.

Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity Inc. originated at Kean University in Union, New Jersey in 1975, and has extended from New York to California and many states in between. Their purpose is to embody the foundations of Unity, Respect, Brotherhood, Culture, and Pride, all the while excelling in the classroom and becoming a leaders of great impact to their organization, their family, and their community

Lambda Week @ UNM (10-29 to 11-3)

Alpha Upsilon chapter at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque is hosting it's annual Lambda Week (October 29-November 3). An event will occur each day of the week with everything from service to educational events. The week will culminate on Friday with "Salsa in the SUB," a philanthropic event to raise money for victims of the California fires.

For more information contact chapter president, Gian Chaves.

Latino Leadership Summit Oct. 26 @ Eastern New Mexico University

PORTALES, NM - Brothers at Eastern New Mexico University will be hosting the 3rd Annual Latino Leadership Summit on Friday, October 26, 2007, inviting students from across the country to join for a day of unity, hope and empowerment. The event was very successful in the past, garnering recognition from the local university at the fraternity's national board.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Oct. 19, 2007

FEATURED SPEAKERS
Tommy Vallejos
Director, Hispanic Organization for Progress and Education
Associate Pastor, Clarksville, Tennessee
Mirna Torres
Director of Legalization Catholic Legal Immigration Network Inc.
Freddie J. Romero
District Court JudgeFifth Judicial District

MORE INFORMATION
http://www.latinoleadershipsummit.com/
Call 505.840.1075 or send an e-mail to Nathan.Padilla@enmu.edu.