Members often use the title "Doc" as a mark of respect for those who have achieved high academic standing or served the fraternity in significant leadership capacities. Dr. Sloan is frequently associated with the "Sloan's Manual" or specific instructional guides that became unofficial but standard supplements to the fraternity's formal ritual. The Ritual of Kappa Alpha Psi

In the context of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. , "Doc" Sloan refers to , a revered figure known for his deep commitment to the fraternity’s traditions and administrative growth. Unlike the Founders like Elder Watson Diggs or Byron Kenneth Armstrong, who established the fraternity at Indiana University in 1911, Sloan represents the generations of "Kappas" who professionalised and preserved its internal culture.

The Kappa Alpha Psi Ritual is the cornerstone of the organization’s identity. It is a confidential document that outlines:

: The symbolic transition of "Scrollers" (aspirants) into "Nupes" (members).

: The foundational tenet of "Achievement in every field of human endeavor".

: Explanation of the fraternity’s badge , the "diamond in the sky," and the significance of the colors Crimson and Cream.