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This resolution honors the 45th anniversary of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team.
Why it matters
Highlights the cultural and historical contributions of a prominent African American fraternity tradition. in New York City, recognizing the Step Team’s role in shaping the art of stepping and its broader influence on community identity and artistic expression.
Acknowledges the impact on youth and community development. , stressing how the team’s mentorship, performances, and leadership have inspired multiple generations of students and community members, particularly across diverse city and collegiate institutions.
Serves as an official state recognition of the value of cultural heritage and fraternal organizations. , reinforcing the importance of these groups in New York’s social fabric and encouraging continued support for similar forms of cultural and artistic collaboration statewide.
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Who cares
Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team Members and Alumni
They are being directly honored for their contributions and legacy, making this recognition significant for their community and history.
African American Fraternal and Cultural Organizations
Groups that value stepping, mentorship, and cultural expression will see this resolution as a validation of their traditions and ongoing impact.
Youth and Students Interested in Stepping and Mentorship
Young people inspired by the Step Team’s achievements may find new opportunities for engagement, mentorship, and artistic expression through increased visibility.
New York State Lawmakers and Community Leaders
Those invested in celebrating diversity, cultural heritage, and community achievements benefit from publicly recognizing such milestones, fostering unity and pride.
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Senate Resolution No. 2132 BY: Senator PARKER COMMEMORATING the 45th Anniversary of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor organizations and collectives whose creativity, cultural… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2132 BY: Senator PARKER COMMEMORATING the 45th Anniversary of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor organizations and collectives whose creativity, cultural expression, and commitment to unity have strengthened community identity, fostered mentorship, and enriched the artistic and fraternal traditions of the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is proud to commemorate the 45th Anniversary of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team, to be observed on Saturday, June 20, 2026, and to recognize its enduring contributions to the art of stepping, youth development, and cultural expression; and WHEREAS, In 1981, the New York City Step Team was founded through a bold and unifying collaboration of brothers across multiple chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; their shared vision and creative innovation helped redefine stepping culture and elevate it as a powerful form of performance, discipline, and storytelling; and WHEREAS, The founders of the New York City Step Team, representing multiple collegiate chapters of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., across institutions, including Hofstra University, SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Albany, Long Island University, Cornell University, Fordham University, and Virginia State University, as provided in the historical record, collectively established a pioneering organization that would help shape and advance the art and culture of stepping in New York City; and WHEREAS, Emerging from this visionary collaboration, the organization achieved early and historic milestones, including a groundbreaking 1982 championship and continued competitive and cultural success in 1983 and beyond, solidifying its legacy within the stepping tradition; and WHEREAS, The founding of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team reflects a legacy of brotherhood, innovation, and cultural excellence, uniting collegiate chapters across New York City and the broader region in a shared commitment to artistic expression, discipline, and unity; and WHEREAS, Through decades of performance, mentorship, and cultural leadership, the New York City Step Team has served as a beacon of discipline, unity, and artistic excellence, inspiring generations of students and community members alike; and WHEREAS, The 45th Anniversary Celebration serves as both a commemoration of historic achievement and a recognition of the enduring impact of stepping as a cultural art form rooted in tradition, collaboration, and expression; and WHEREAS, It is fitting and proper that this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor the founders, members, and legacy of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team and to recognize their lasting contributions to cultural heritage and community empowerment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the founders and members of the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team, upon the occasion of its 45th Anniversary Celebration on June
20, 2026, and to extend its sincere appreciation for their decades of leadership, artistic excellence, and commitment to unity, mentorship, and cultural expression; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Kappa Alpha Psi New York City Step Team founders and organizers in recognition of their enduring legacy and contributions to the cultural fabric of New York State.
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