Cobb County Alphas Named Alumni Chapter of the Year at Georgia District Convention

Cobb County, GA – Members of the Cobb County Alphas stood proudly as the Omicron Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was honored as Alumni Chapter of the Year at the Alpha Georgia District Association Convention held in Augusta last weekend.

The distinction recognizes the chapter’s exceptional leadership, innovative programming, and deep commitment to service in Cobb County. Competing among 25 alumni chapters across Georgia, the Cobb County Alphas set themselves apart with a comprehensive portfolio that documented their accomplishments and demonstrated the chapter’s alignment with the fraternity’s core principles: leadership, academic excellence, brotherhood, and service to the community.

“This award symbolizes the passion and dedication of every member of our chapter,” said Harold G. Dickerson, Chapter President. “We have worked hard—and will continue to work hard—to fulfill the fraternity’s mission and create meaningful impact in Cobb County. We are humbled and honored to be recognized by our peers.”

A cornerstone of the chapter’s work is the Youth to Men mentoring initiative, operated through OML’s Henry Arthur Callis Education Foundation. The program serves 70 high school males from Cobb County, who meet bi-monthly to build life management skills, perform community service, and interact with mentors who help guide their academic and personal development.

“Youth to Men has been a platform designed to propel young men toward greatness,” said Steven Boyd, Board Chairman of the Callis Foundation. “Through this program, we ensure our students are equipped with the academic, social, and leadership tools they need for life-long success.”

The Chapter of the Year award was presented during the Georgia District Association’s 85th Anniversary Annual Conference, held November 13–15 in Augusta. The annual gathering brought together fraternity leaders, members, and partners to celebrate excellence, share best practices, and advance the mission of Alpha Phi Alpha across the state. For more information about the Cobb County Alphas and their community programs, visit www.CobbAlphas.org.

About the Cobb Alphas

The Cobb Alphas, officially known as the Omicron Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., are proudly based in Marietta, Georgia. Established in 1986, the chapter has built a longstanding legacy of leadership, scholarship, and community impact throughout Cobb County and surrounding areas.

Rooted in the fraternity’s timeless mission of “Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for All Mankind,” the Cobb Alphas are widely recognized for their transformational programs. These include youth mentoring initiatives, educational scholarships, voter engagement efforts, and a broad range of community service activities designed to uplift, empower, and strengthen local families.

The chapter works collaboratively with schools, nonprofits, civic partners, and corporate organizations to address critical community needs. Through these partnerships, the Cobb Alphas continue to expand their reach and ensure meaningful change in the lives of the people they serve.

With a strong commitment to service and a reputation for consistent excellence, the Omicron Mu Lambda Chapter remains a driving force for leadership development and positive progress across Cobb County.