Celebrating Legacy & Achievement at the 2025 Earnest ‘Hut’ Williams Scholarship & Awards Gala

Greenwood-Grenada (MS) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. proudly hosted its Annual Earnest “Hut” Williams Scholarship & Awards Gala on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the elegant R.W. Harrison Complex on the campus of Mississippi Valley State University.

This year’s gala, themed “Honoring Legacy. Elevating the Future.”, brought together distinguished brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi, family, friends, and supporters for an evening filled with elegance, reflection, and empowerment.

🏆 Event Highlights

• Chapter Awards & Recognitions were presented by Brother Charles Johnson and Brother Harold Smith, including:

  • A.C. Curry Award (Community Service)

    • Barbara Duncan Waits – Walmart (Community)
    • Brother Demetrice Bedell (Chapter)

  • We Are Achievement Award

    • Dr. Tamela Boyd Shaw- Leflore Legacy Academy (Community
    • Brother Andrew Banyon

  • Earnest “Hut” Williams Award (Education)

    • Brother Mark Beechem

  • Brother of the Year

    • Brother Reginald Stanley

  • Polemarch’s Award

    • Brother Harlod Smith
    • Brother Ivan Baker
    • Brother Marcus Mann

🎓 A Night of Honor & Impact

The event served not only as a celebration of achievements but also as a recommitment to academic excellence, community service, and the enduring legacy of Brother Earnest “Hut” Williams, whose contributions to education and mentorship were prominently honored.

The 2025 WeAreAchieveiment Scholarship Recipients announced:

📷 Moments Captured

From formal portraits to on-stage award presentations, the evening was rich with style and spirit. Guests dazzled in formal attire, creating memories that reflect the pride and purpose of Kappa Alpha Psi’s brotherhood.