2. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc Boston-Providence Graduate Chapter

3. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Prospective Member Overview

4. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Brief National Overview Largest Fellowship in United States Founded 1962, Morgan State College Over 200 chapter world wide Both undergraduate and graduate members Membership is rapidly increasing yearly

5. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter The Purpose of Groove Academic Awareness Study and alleviate those social and economic problems concerning boys and men Community service Good ethical standards Promote Unity and Fellowship amongst college and graduate level men

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7. National programs NAACP & Urban League Big Brother Mentor Programs Academic Scholarships Program Inter-organizational Networking Program

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9. Chapter Orientation Philosophy To induct all prospective members who have developed into potential members, who will not only carry the torch for the organization but be diligent workers for the growth of the community and the chapter. To share and enlighten prospective members on all information that will accomplish this task.

10. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Future Goals of the Chapter Nubians in Leadership Series Monthly Cultural Expressions Night 4 th Annual Nubian Celebration Investment Seminars Cultural Arts Festival and Exhibits Establish new mentor program

11. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Membership Growth & Goals

12. Orientation Process The process as defined by Groove is divided into three distinct phrases: –Orientation –Learning and Growth –Commitment and Dedication

13. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Orientation Is used to acquaint potential candidates with the goals and objectives of the Fellowship. It is designed to provide the candidate with a understanding of the purpose of pledging

14. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Learning and Growth Is used to instill within the ranks of the Swanxmen, the meaning of brotherhood and unity, and to insure that the Swanxmen fully achieves these goals. The learning and growth phase is the bulk of the pledge period and is executed by the chapter members with a great deal of responsibility and enthusiasm. Pledge activities are designed to prepare individuals for acceptance into the Fellowship with a healthy attitude towards Groove, himself and life in general

15. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Commitment & Dedication Is used to test and evaluate the Swanxmen understanding of the principles taught to him while on line and to determine if he is ready to be inducted into the Fellowship as a member who will carry on the purpose of Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship, Inc.

16. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter The Choice is Yours Building up Process Teaching of African American Heritage Rebuilding Brotherhood and Unity Cultivating the Mind, Body & Soul Being YOU, is what matters most to Groove

17. Boston/Providence Graduate Chapter Be a Man of Pride and Dignity