The Candidate

Bro. Dr. Arthur E. Doctor, Jr. For 12th SC District Director

Brother Dr. Arthur E. Doctor, Jr. was born in Charleston, South Carolina, and attended Buist Academy for Advanced Studies. At the age of 14, his family relocated to Richmond, VA where he graduated as valedictorian from Open High School. In August of 2006, Bro. Dr. Doctor matriculated into Clemson University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in History. He also holds a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration from Florida State University and Doctor of Education from The University of Georgia.

During his time at Clemson, Bro. Doctor was actively involved on campus highlighted by his initiation into Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated through the Pi Alpha chapter on November 10, 2007. Throughout his 16 years of continuous service to the fraternity, Brother Doctor has held numerous positions at the chapter, district, regional, and national levels. Currently, he serves as the Southern Region College Brothers Affairs Chairman and Vice President of the Omicron Iota Lambda chapter. He is also Life Member #17176.

In his professional life, Bro. Dr. Doctor has worked over 10 years in higher education, holding positions at multiple institutions. Presently, he serves as Dean of Students at Claflin University. Additionally, he is an active member of several civic and professional organizations, including the Clemson Black Alumni Council, National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, and the Association of Fraternity & Sorority Advisors.

Awards

Augustus M. Witherspoon Award–Omicron Iota Lambda

2023

Claflin Student Government Association Administrator of the Year

2023

Alpha Phi Alpha Inaugural 40 under 40 Recipient (Alpha Class)

2023

Pi Alpha Lifetime Achievement Award

2023

Claflin Student Government Association Administrator of the Year

2022

Diversity Educator of the Year–Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board

2021

University of Mississippi Black Student Union Donald Cole Award

2021

University of Mississippi Black Student Union Guiding Light Award

2020

North-American Interfraternity Conference Advisor Award of Distinction

2020

Charles W. Green Award of Merit–Nu Mu Lambda

2017

Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation Scholarship Recipient

2011

College Life to Corporate Life GE Leadership Forum, Alpha Class

2011

Positions Held

General Organization

  • Committee on Grievances & Discipline (2017-2021)
  • Committee on Membership, Standards, and Extension (2013-2017)

Regional

  • Southern Region College Brothers Affairs Chair (2013-2017; 2021-Present)
  • Southern Region Board of Directors (2009-2011)

District

  • South Carolina Go to High School, Go to College Chair (2021-Present)
  • Mississippi College Brothers Affairs Chair (2018)
  • South Carolina Assistant District Director (2009-2011)

Chapter

  • Omicron Iota Lambda (2021-Present)
    • Vice President (Present)
    • Fundraising Chair (2022-2023)

Chapter

  • Nu Mu Lambda (2014-2018)
    • Collegiate Support Committee (2014-2018)
    • Chapter Advisor, Upsilon Omicron Chapter (2014-2018)

Chapter

  • Eta Lambda (2013-2014)
    • Scholarship Committee Chair

Chapter

  • Gamma Mu Lambda (2011-2013)
    • Corresponding Secretary

Chapter

  • Pi Alpha (2007-2011)
    • Chaplain
    • Secretary