Phillip Velez

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Blog Update

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Nov 21, 2009, 11:09 pm
Every now and then I like to post an update to keep readers informed of changes/additions to this blog. Here's what's new: * Twitter - Fraternity Communication is now on Twitter. Feel free t...
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The 2010 Census: A Push for a Full Latino Count

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Nov 18, 2009, 7:34 am
A network of Latino leaders has been assembled to ensure an accurate count of all Latinos in the 2010 United States Census. Over 30 national and regional Latino organizations and hundreds of individua...
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Happy Founders Day to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Nov 12, 2009, 12:19 pm
On this date, in 1922, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on the campus of Butler University by seven school teachers in Indianapolis, Indiana. Formed in the midst of segregation, Sigma Gamma ...
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Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Becomes 108 Years Old Today

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Nov 1, 2009, 2:05 pm
Sigma Phi Epsilon, the national social fraternity with the largest undergraduate membership in the US, becomes 108 years old today. Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded at Richmond College, now the Universit...
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Taking a Break

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 31, 2009, 2:56 pm

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Borimix Festival featuring Puerto Rican artist Joseph A. Burgos, Jr.

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 30, 2009, 12:01 pm
The Society of the Educational Arts, Inc. (SEA) is co-sponsoring the Borimix Festival '09 with a visual arts exhibit opening Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7pm at the galleries of the Clemente Soto Vélez Cu...
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Sigma Beta Xi Sorority hosts event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 27, 2009, 4:59 pm
Sigma Beta Xi Sorority, Inc. is a unique kind of Greek letter organization. It's a sorority that caters to the wants and needs of mothers and promotes higher education, self improvement, and commu...
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Spending More Time on Twitter

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 18, 2009, 1:36 pm
I have been spending more time on Twitter than any other social networking site. Twitter allows me to easily follow current news items and tweet stories I find interesting to others on Twitter. It is ...
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Alpha Phi Alpha Donates $7,000 to Upgrade Computer Lab at the Boys & Girls Club

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 14, 2009, 7:36 pm
Members of the Zeta Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. donated $7,000 toward the modernization of the computer lab at the Boys & Girls Club of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale, ...
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Brendan DeMelle: Puerto Rican Government Threatens Terrorism Charges For Laid-Off Workers At Oct 15 Protest

Phillip Velez Oct 14, 2009, 1:50 am
It would be a shame if protesters are charged with terrorism. In the US, which Puerto Rico is a part of, citizens have the right to assemble freely. It's a tough situation all around. I hope Gov. Fortuno can find a way to resolve the economic crisis in Puerto Rico.
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Puerto Rico Governor Luis G. Fortuño

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 11, 2009, 7:54 pm
Things are getting pretty hot down in Puerto Rico. Late last month a union worker threw an egg at the Commonwealth's Governor Luis G. Fortuño. The egg incident was in response to massive governme...
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LatISM NYC Conference Roundup

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Oct 6, 2009, 1:09 pm
History was made last week when a group of Latino leaders in social media met in New York City to formally build alliances and begin a national conversation. The conference brought together Latinos fr...
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Lemon Andersen's County of Kings

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Sep 30, 2009, 10:50 pm
Brooklyn-born Puerto Rican/Norwegian poet Lemon Andersen’s County of Kings is a one man show being presented by Spike Lee and the Culture Project. The show will begin its New York City run at The Pu...
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Puerto Rico's Need for Health Reform

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Sep 20, 2009, 2:35 pm
A recent CNN article notes that 45,000 American deaths can be associated to a lack of health insurance. American citizens living in Puerto Rico are disproportionately affected by these deadly statisti...
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Greek Think

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Sep 16, 2009, 2:56 pm
I always enjoy coming across other fraternity-related blogs. Through Twitter I was introduced to Greek Think, a new blog written and managed by Joe Finelli and Dustyn Curran. They are best friends and...
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The NYC Democratic Primary is Tomorrow - VOTE!

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Sep 14, 2009, 11:34 am
So it's finally here. If you are a registered Democratic living in NYC, tomorrow is the big day. Polls open at 6am and close at 9pm. Read my previous post to locate information on your candidates....
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Why Join a Fraternity or Sorority?

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 10:28 pm
With the fall 2009 term just beginning, thousands of college men and women across the country are thinking about joining a fraternity or sorority. Below is a video published by the North-American Inte...
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Ted Kennedy

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Aug 30, 2009, 3:30 pm

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NYC's Democratic Primary Election – Tuesday, Sept. 15th

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Aug 30, 2009, 1:05 pm
The Democratic Primary Election in New York City is just about two weeks away. If you are a registered Democrat in NYC, do you know who will get your vote on Tuesday, September 15, 2009? Along with ...
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Hispanic Healthcare

Phillip Velez posted an article on - Aug 17, 2009, 2:55 pm
The entire nation is watching the healthcare reform debate. Some say the government should not have any further control over healthcare. However, the US Census Bureau estimated that 45.7 million peopl...
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About Me

I am a native New Yorker of Puerto Rican descent (Nuyorican) who is a writer, communication professional, and fraternity historian. For more info visit philvelez.com.

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