Alpha Lambda

Alpha Lambda Chapter had its inception in Louisville, Kentucky as an outgrowth of the University Club, which met at the Western Branch Library to discuss current topics of the day. The creation of the chapter came at a pivotal time for African Americans in Louisville.

Jewel Brother Eugene Kinckle Jones was engaged as a teacher in the city schools of Louisville. He was instrumental in persuading the members of the University Club to become affiliated with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. On April 11, 1911, Brother Richard Hill, a graduate of Fisk University, came from the University of Michigan where he was studying law, and with the assistance of Jewel Jones, set up Alpha Lambda as the first alumni chapter.

Since its chartering, Alpha Lambda has served the Louisville community without interruption, continually focusing on the Fraternity’s mission and vision.