Eight women from DST, and three men, representing Omega Psi Phi, Phi Beta Sigma, and Alpha Phi Alpha fraternities, presented a powerful program that impacted McFadden Ranch’s more than 50 youth in a big way.
First Vice President Robbin Robinson, Shade Lester and Kalilah Coulter spearheaded the event which is part of the Sorority’s outreach and mission. Their program emphasized the importance of being successful in life, having good self-esteem, getting the right education for you and having a positive and professional presentation.
Representing different professions, everyone shared their stories and experiences with college, careers and life with the youth. They led group discussions and allowed the youth to share their view points as well, concluding with a tie tying demonstration with each youth getting to keep their tie.
Alex Coulter led the LIFE group and shared how his decision to NOT take a gun to a party saved his life and his future; Courtney Thompson and Tiffany Scott demonstrated the value and importance of getting an EDUCATION by sharing and comparing salaries and careers; Leslie Ekpe and Robbin Robinson explained SELF ESTEEM and how it impacts decision making; and everyone demons t rated how to tie a tie.
In closing, many youth expressed appreciation and thanks, saying that they learned a lot, from how important it is to feel good about yourself and keep a positive attitude, to getting more than a high school diploma if you want to have certain things and how emotions – such as fear, embarrassment and anger impact decision making but they especially enjoyed learning how to tie a tie.
Photo: Sorority and fraternity members assist McFadden Ranch youth with learning how to tie their ties.