With heavy hearts, we announce that our dear Brother, Victor Nolen (Kappa Phi Chapter, Fall 1982), has transitioned to the Chapter Invisible.

Brother Nolen was a long-time and dedicated member of the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter. His commitment to the Bond, his steady presence, and his fraternal spirit exemplified what it means to be a Kappa Man. He will be truly missed by all who had the privilege of calling him Brother.

During this time of sorrow, we ask that you keep the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter, the Brothers of Kappa Phi Chapter, and most importantly, the Nolen family lifted in your prayers.

May we honor his legacy by continuing the work and upholding the standards he so proudly represented.

We lift his family in prayer and honor his legacy by observing a 30 day mourning period.

In recognition of Black History Month, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. continues to recognize a few of its members’ “Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor.”

Thomas “Tom” Bradley (Upsilon 1938) was the 38th Mayor of Los Angeles, serving a record five terms (1973-1993).

The son of sharecroppers and the grandson of slaves, he became the first Black person elected mayor of a major U.S. city without a Black majority. Raised in Los Angeles by a single mother, Bradley excelled as a UCLA track star and later served 21 years with the LAPD, reaching the rank of lieutenant before becoming an attorney.

A dedicated civic leader, Bradley served Kappa Alpha Psi as Upsilon Chapter’s Polemarch, Los Angeles (CA) Alumni Chapter as Strategus, 10 years as the Western Province Polemarch, a member of the Grand Board of Directors, Senior Grand Vice Polemarch, and as the Fraternity’s 18th Grand Polemarch. His outstanding accomplishments earned him the Fraternity’s highest honor, the 22nd Laurel Wreath.

Bradley built a multiracial coalition that transformed Los Angeles into a global city. His legacy includes civil rights reforms, economic growth, the 1984 Olympics, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

Kevin P. Scott

Grand Historian‬

Solomon Butler

Solomon “Sol” Butler (Chicago (IL) Alumni 1921) was a pioneering multi-sport athlete and Olympian. Born in Kingfisher, Oklahoma (1895), the son of a slave, Butler excelled in track, football, basketball, and baseball. An all-state quarterback in Illinois, he set a national high school record in the 60-yard dash. He later became a dominant collegiate athlete at German College (University of Dubuque), earning 12 letters and setting seven school records.

Smokie Norful

Willie Ray “Smokie” Norful, Jr. (Gamma Sigma, 1992) is a Grammy Award–winning gospel singer, recording artist, and pastor. Smokie Norful followed a calling to ministry inspired by his father, Rev. W.R. Norful, Sr. Norful demonstrated early servant leadership as a high school teacher, educational director for Pine Bluff’s Housing Authority after-school program. He is the founding pastor of Victory Cathedral Worship Center

Horace McDougal

Horace McDougal (Theta 1921) was a trailblazing Black golfer whose college play helped integrate Big Ten golf. Born in Chicago (1896), he was the first Black student-athlete to represent Calumet High School, competing in the Western Interscholastic Prep Tournament (1911) and returning in 1914 as the sole Black player, finishing as runner-up. Facing racial barriers at White clubs and in tournaments, McDougal helped found Black golfing clubs to create participation pathways to club memberships.

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MWAC hosted a special Room to Read Event

Friday, January 30, 2026

At the Lincoln Elementary School, Bellwood, IL
for grades kindergarten - 5th Grade

Welcome to the official online home of the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

I am humbled and honored to serve as the 28th Polemarch (President) of this award winning chapter, comprised of accomplished men committed to achievement, scholarship, and service. Since our chartering on January 11, 1976, sixty-five years after the the Fraternity's founding on the campus of Indiana University, the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter has proudly served the western suburbs of Chicago with distinction.

For 50 years, MWAC has set a standard of excellence in both service and character. While our chapter continues to grow in size and recognition, our focus remains steadfast; expanding our impact through meaningful community engagement, strategic partnerships, and forward thinking initiatives that uplift the communities we serve. Whether you are a Brother seeking a Kappa home, prospective member, a fellow member of the Devine Nine, or a potential strategic partner, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Stay connected with us by following MWAC Kappa Alpha Psi on Facebook and @mwacnupes on Instagram for the latest chapter news, events, and initiatives. To learn more about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. from the Grand Chapter perspective, please visit KappaAlphaPsi1911.com

A. Craig Kinard,

Polemarch

Δ Chapter 1987