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)