JOURNAL ARTICLE

How Hakeem Jeffries' Leadership of His Historically Black Fraternity Shaped His Career.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 2 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Racker, Mini 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Hakeem Jeffries' early leadership experiences in Kappa Alpha Psi, a historically Black fraternity, and how these experiences shaped his political career. Elected president of the fraternity's Mu Kappa chapter at Binghamton University as a sophomore, Jeffries credited this role with developing his leadership skills and fostering a commitment to social change. His fraternity involvement not only provided a sense of community but also helped elevate the visibility of students of color on campus. Jeffries' subsequent political career, including his role as the first Black lawmaker to lead either party in Congress, reflects the foundational values instilled in him during his time in the fraternity. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/01, p2
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163643364
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