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Scholars Shine at 38th Annual Oratorical Contest

High School winners: Left to Rright: Dr. Marlon Ware (APhiA Chair) Dwayne Hester (APhiA President), Jaymee Barnett (3rd Place) , Lauren Stewart (1st Place), Sophia Barrett (2nd Place), Wanda Jones (AKA President), Twillea Evans-Carthen (AKA Chair)

SAN BERNARDINO, CA— Over 150 community members witnessed on Saturday, March 14, 2026, on the beautiful campus of San Bernardino Valley College, students in the Inland Empire  grades elementary, middle school, high school, and for the first time undergraduate college students compete in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Mu Xi Lambda Chapter 38th Annual Oratorical Contest in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Eta Nu Omega Chapter. 

The Oratorical Contest is a public speaking competition to enrich students public speaking skills outside of the classroom that enhances students’ self-confidence, self-esteem, and opportunity for students to express themselves to unlock achievements in other areas of learning.

Honorees received a certificate, a medallion, and a cash prize as their award.   Congratulations to all participants!

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