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Forward
It is truly an honor to be asked to write the forward for the second edition of Iota Phi Theta and Its Ascendancy. This book was written by my Fraternity Brother, Founder John Danton Slade. John speaks candidly about the history of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. He also informs the reader of this vital era in the history of our country, such as; explosive race and class relations, an unpopular war and many other social and economic challenges. Founder Slade offers a different perspective to this time in our history. Founder Slade is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army, a pioneer in the production and hosting of television programs and a university educator. John successfully identifies the congruence between the national environment and the Founding of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.
John and I were dreamers along with the other ten Iota Founders. We believed that we could make a difference for young men and have a positive affect on our environment. Time will tell the outcome of our efforts. Some say that we were successful; however, we have not completely fulfilled our dream. Mediocrity is not and never will be a part of Iota or its Founders.
This book is not a glorification of the Founders and Brothers of Iota; instead it is a chronicle of events and personalities that formed an organization from birth to over thirty-thousand members. Enjoy reading this candid, historically accurate document about Iota Phi Theta Fraternity and Its Ascendancy.
Thank You J.D.S.
IOTA Love and Pride,
“One of Twelve”
Founder Lonnie C. Spruill, Jr.
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Honorable Founder Slade,
I hope this message reaches you in the best of health and spirits. I am wondering when the book will be available for purchase. I am eager to get a copy. Also, If this is anyway possible when I am able to purchase a copy can I get your autograph on the book? Hoping all is well.
Bro. Terry A. Brooks
Undergraduate Representative
International Board of Directors
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, IncorporatedⓇ
1600 N. Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
309.287.5291Direct
“Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!”
Brother Brooks, the book will be available in August . I do have a few copies left over from the leadership conference in Texas. Contact me on my E-mail for instructions as to how you can get a signed copy
Honorable Founder Slade,
Thank you for directing me to the website so I can obatin a copy of the new book. I would like to know are there any copies of “The Centuar Rising?”
Thank you Sir,
Mark C. Holloway
Beta Nu Omega
Ft. Knox/Louisville, Ky
Spring 2010
Honorable Founder Slade,
Reading the excerpts from the book makes this a much have not just because it is IOTA history but Black History. I think this book should be available on every campus where we have chapters and don;t have chapters. It will be so eye opening to the masses to see out history so eloquently documented. I can’t wait to read it in its entirety.
Fraternally Yours
Howard C Perkins
Beta Tau Omega
Alpha Chapter
1A FA 99