In recognition of Black History Month, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. continues to recognize a few of its members’ “Achievement in Every Field of Human Endeavor.”

Frederick W. “Duke” Slater (Gamma 1918) was a trailblazing athlete, attorney, and jurist.

He excelled at the University of Iowa as a standout football tackle and scholar, becoming the school’s first Black All-American in 1921. Slater enjoyed a distinguished NFL career with the Milwaukee Badgers, Rock Island Independents, and Chicago Cardinals, earning six All-Pro selections and starting 96 of 99 games without missing time to injury. By the time he retired from football in 1931, Slater had earned All-Pro honors six times.

After retiring from football, he earned a law degree and became an assistant district attorney, later serving as the second Black Municipal Court judge in Cook County and the first Black judge on Chicago’s Superior Court. Slater served as Polemarch of the Chicago (IL) Alumni Chapter (1954).

Slater was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, and the University of Iowa’s Slater Hall is named in his honor. He is a 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee.

Kevin P. Scott

Grand Historian

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MWAC hosted a special Room to Read Event

Friday, January 30, 2026

At the Lincoln Elementary School, Bellwood, IL
for grades kindergarten - 5th Grade

Welcome to the official online home of the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

I am humbled and honored to serve as the 28th Polemarch (President) of this award winning chapter, comprised of accomplished men committed to achievement, scholarship, and service. Since our chartering on January 11, 1976, sixty-five years after the the Fraternity's founding on the campus of Indiana University, the Maywood-Wheaton (IL) Alumni Chapter has proudly served the western suburbs of Chicago with distinction.

For 50 years, MWAC has set a standard of excellence in both service and character. While our chapter continues to grow in size and recognition, our focus remains steadfast; expanding our impact through meaningful community engagement, strategic partnerships, and forward thinking initiatives that uplift the communities we serve. Whether you are a Brother seeking a Kappa home, prospective member, a fellow member of the Devine Nine, or a potential strategic partner, we welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Stay connected with us by following MWAC Kappa Alpha Psi on Facebook and @mwacnupes on Instagram for the latest chapter news, events, and initiatives. To learn more about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. from the Grand Chapter perspective, please visit KappaAlphaPsi1911.com

A. Craig Kinard,

Polemarch

Δ Chapter 1987