HISTORY OF SILHOuETTES

The National Silhouettes of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. became an official entity in August 1947 during the Los Angeles Conclave of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. In 1980, the Silhouettes were formally recognized as an auxiliary to the Fraternity.

Under the leadership of Dr. Oliver Gumbs, Grand Polemarch, the Silhouettes were granted a seat on the Board of Directors of the Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation, Inc. On September 11, 1980, Policy Statement No. 87-12 was recorded in the official records of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., officially recognizing the Silhouettes as an affiliate. Their purpose is to provide support and assistance for the Fraternity’s activities at the Grand Chapter, Province, and Local levels.