WSSNews | Volume 39 No. 41
THURSDAY, JANUARY 1, 2026
Black Entrepreneurs Create 10-Inch Kappa Alpha Psi Collectible Figure That Pays Tribute to Black Greek Enthusiasts Worldwide
NATIONAL Just in time for Kappa Al- pha Psi Fraternity, Inc.'s 115th Founders Day on January 5th, Kappa brothers David Camp- bell and Kevin Hood are offering Divine Nine supporters $35 off Super Nupe, the first offi- cially licensed collectible figure representing the ultimate Kappa Man.
Since its launch in 2024, Super Nupe has cap- tured the hearts of Kappa Alpha Psi members and Black Greek enthusiasts nationwide. The collectible embodies the fraternity's achieve- ment, pride, and brotherhood, making it the perfect holiday gift and an ideal way to honor the upcoming Founders Day milestone.
Campbell (Sigma Chapter '85) and Hood (Sigma Chapter '87) both initiated at the Uni- versity of Michigan, the Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc, transformed decades of friendship and shared fraternity ex- periences into a stunning collectible that cap- tures the essence of Nupe excellence. Super Nupe stands as a powerful symbol of the fra- ternity's motto, "Achievement in Every Field
KA ognizable to members of the Divine Nine and the broader Black Greek community. Standing on a detachable "plot" base measuring 4.75 inches x 4.5 inches, Super Nupe can be dis- played in any place of honor.
In 2026, Hood and Campbell will bring Super Nupe directly to the Kappa Alpha Psi brothers by targeting the fraternity's Province Coun- cils. Northeastern (Philadelphia) and Northern (Lansing, Michigan) have been prioritized. Additional cities and dates will be announced of Human Endeavor," now immortalized as a collectible.
"Super Nupe represents every brother who has worn crimson and cream with pride," said Hood, Super Nupe co-creator. "Dave and I have been friends for decades, brothers in the truest sense. This project allowed us to honor our fraternity's legacy while creating some- thing that Nupes everywhere can display with pride."
"We saw an opportunity to change the game on how we recognize and celebrate Black Ex- cellence," said Campbell, Super Nupe co-cre- ator. "The creative vision was always bigger than just one figure. The Divine Nine is just the beginning of how we're elevating our cul- tural legacy through artistry and innovation."
Meticulously detailed in the iconic crimson and cream colors of Kappa Alpha Psi Frater- nity, Inc., the figure proudly displays a cream Diamond K emblem on his chest and comes equipped with a poseable legendary candy- striped Kappa Kane symbols instantly recsoon.
Through their company, Lore Collectibles, Hood and Campbell are dedicated to creat- ing innovative artistry rooted in history. Delta Diva, celebrating Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., is scheduled for release in late spring/ early summer 2026 and continues its mission to honor Divine Nine excellence through col- lectibles.
Super Nupe is available at Lore-Collectibles. com. Use discount code KANDYKANE for $35 off through December 31, 2025.