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From school counselor to Food Network competitor — Bro. Justin Rowland (Gamma Mu ’16) turned a love for cooking into a national spotlight!

RePost: "Three years ago, I started posting food videos with no idea where this journey would take me. I never imagined it would lead to opportunities like this, meeting incredible people, and inspiring others through something I genuinely love to do.

About four months ago, I was blessed with the opportunity of a lifetime. I was flown out to Los Angeles to compete on ’s newest show, 100 Cooks, also on hosted by with and as judges. Competing against 99 other talented home cooks from across America was an experience I’ll never forget.

And somehow… I ended up being Contestant #1 🔥

At the end of the day, I’m still just a full-time school counselor who loves to cook. I never truly felt like I fit into one lane growing up, and that’s a big reason why I do what I do now. I want my students and younger people watching me to understand that you can create your own path, be yourself, and turn your passion into something bigger than you ever imagined.

This is a HUGE accomplishment for me, and I truly appreciate every single person who has supported me along the way. From the messages, the comments, my family, my students, people back home, and even the random people who stop me in public to show love and last but NEVER least GOD !!!— thank you. You all keep me motivated more than you know.

Make sure y’all tune into on June 7th at 9PM EST to watch 100 Cooks! 🔥

I’ll also be in Chicago for the watch party, so if you’re pulling up, let’s make it a movie 🍿"

On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice calls us to live with purpose and integrity, reflecting the highest ideals of our beloved fraternity.

As members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., we are especially mindful that Omega Men have answered the call to duty in every era of our nation’s history - serving with distinction across all branches of the armed forces.

Today, we honor not only their bravery, but also the enduring sacrifices of their families, whose strength and support have sustained generations of service.

We reaffirm our commitment to Manhood, walking with honor and responsibility; to Scholarship, pursuing knowledge and wisdom; to Perseverance, standing resilient in the face of adversity; and to Uplift, serving and strengthening our communities and the nation.

Guided by our cardinal principals, we recommit ourselves to living in a manner worthy of their sacrifice - leading with character, pursuing knowledge, standing resilient in adversity, and lifting up our communities. Let’s keep their sacrifice and duty to our nation alive in our daily walk.

Let this day of remembrance inspire us to honor the fallen through action, service, and unwavering dedication to the ideals we share.

Please pause for a moment of silence in remembrance of their ultimate sacrifice; say a prayer for their loved ones left behind to help ease their pain; and honor the fallen not only in remembrance, but through action - living out our principles each day and striving to be worthy of their sacrifice.

Fraternally, Ricky L. Lewis 42nd Grand Basileus of