Tau Founding Fathers Flashcards
Who was Walter Henry ‘Chief’ Aiken?
An American college football coach, athletics administrator, and real estate developer.
When was Walter Henry Aiken born?
January 31, 1893
When did Walter Henry Aiken die?
December 14, 1965
Where was Walter Henry Aiken born?
Dover, Delaware
What institution did Walter Henry Aiken graduate from?
Hampton Institute (now Hampton University)
What role did Walter Henry Aiken serve at Clark College?
Athletic director
In which year was Walter Henry Aiken hired as athletic director at Clark College?
1930
Which college did Aiken assist as head football coach in 1929?
Fisk University
What was Waluhaje?
An apartment hotel constructed by Aiken in Atlanta in 1952
What was the purpose of constructing Waluhaje?
To serve as a catalyst for public discourse on the fight against ongoing oppression and racism
What community did Aiken envision around Waluhaje?
A thriving community reflecting the worth and stature of its black residents
What significant social issues were addressed during the operation of Waluhaje?
Jim Crow laws, school desegregation, and enfranchisement
What approach did Aiken combine to secure equal rights?
Accommodationist stance of Booker T. Washington and political pragmatism
True or False: Waluhaje was operational for a long period.
False
What type of gathering space did Waluhaje provide for the community?
An essential gathering space giving voice to all points of view
Fill in the blank: Walter Henry Aiken served as head football coach at both _______ and Clark College.
Atlanta University
What was the architectural significance of Waluhaje?
It served as an architectural paradigm for public discourse
What is the origin of the name Waluhaje?
The name Waluhaje came from combining the first two letters of the names of Mr. Aikens (Walter), his wife (Lucy), and two of her siblings (Hazel and Jefferson).
The name is a blend of personal names representing family members.
Who was elected as the eighth Grand Basileus of the Fraternity?
Harold H. Thomas
What significant campaign was established during Harold H. Thomas’s administration?
The Campaign for the Study of Negro Literature and History
What was the significance of the Campaign for the Study of Negro Literature and History?
It was the Fraternity’s first national public initiative.
Who inspired the Campaign for the Study of Negro Literature and History?
Dr. Carter G. Woodson
What was the title of Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s speech that inspired the campaign?
“Democracy and the Man far Down”
In what year was the 9th Grand Conclave held?
1920
How many additional chapters did Harold H. Thomas add during his administration in 1921?
7
Fill in the blank: Harold H. Thomas was elected as the eighth Grand Basileus of the Fraternity at the _______.
9th Grand Conclave
