Who's is credited with designing the first shingle?

• A. Lemuel E Graves
• B. George Biddle Kelley
• C. Eugene Kinckle Jones
• D. Vertner Woodson Tandy

Answer: (B)

The question tests knowledge of which founder contributed to the fraternity’s early physical branding or structure, showing how each founder used their skills in those first steps of Alpha Phi Alpha’s development. George Biddle Kelley, one of the Four Founders and a civil engineer, is recognized for taking on practical design tasks in the fledgling organization, which includes designing the first shingle. His technical background positioned him to translate ideas into a tangible, workable feature as the group began to establish its presence.

Keep in mind that another founder, Vertner Woodson Tandy, was the architect among them and is known for architectural design work related to the fraternity, such as early crest and building concepts. The other two founders contributed in foundational and organizational ways. So, in this context, Kelley is identified as the one who designed the first shingle.