History of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated was founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. by four students: Dr. Oscar James Cooper, Professor Frank Coleman, Bishop Edgar Amos Love, and Dr. Ernest Everett Just.

The founders of Omega Psi Phi were Dr. Oscar James Cooper, Professor Frank Coleman, Bishop Edgar Amos Love, and Dr. Ernest Everett Just. They were all students at Howard University at the time of the fraternity's founding.

The four cardinal principles of Omega Psi Phi are Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift. These principles represent the values and ideals of the fraternity and guide its members in their personal and professional lives.

The motto of Omega Psi Phi is "Friendship is Essential to the Soul." It emphasizes the importance of brotherhood and camaraderie within the fraternity.

The fraternity's colors are Deep Majestic Royal Purple and Old Gold. These colors symbolize royalty, wisdom, and achievement.

The chapter of Omega Psi Phi located at the University of Southern California is known as Slammin' Lambda. It was established on May 3, 1923.

The first chapter of Omega Psi Phi was established at Howard University. It is designated as the 'Alpha' chapter.

The 'locator' of a chapter refers to the university or city where it is located. For example, the 'Alpha' chapter is located at Howard University.

A group of fraternities with strong ties to specific historically Black colleges and universities.

A group of brotherhood; the core members of a fraternity.

The leader of a fraternity line.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) consists of nine historically African American fraternities and sororities. Epsilon is the sixth letter of the Greek alphabet and represents the fraternity Phi Beta Sigma.

The name given to the members of Phi Beta Sigma. It refers to both men in the fraternity and their alumni members.

A nickname given to a fraternity member.

The process of becoming a member of a fraternity.

A year when a new line was initiated into the fraternity.

The number of brothers initiated into a fraternity line.

The founder of the '12 P's' motto, which emphasizes the importance of preparation and performance.

The date on which Phi Beta Sigma fraternity was officially incorporated in Boston.

The initiation year of the fraternity.

A term used within Phi Beta Sigma fraternity to refer to the current president of the fraternity.

A roster of fraternity brothers, often including nicknames and contact information.

A set of principles or values upheld by a fraternity.

The 12 P's motto of Phi Beta Sigma aims to highlight the importance of preparation and performance.

Region comprised of Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming, encompassing the largest contiguous landmass in the United States.

A group of close friends, often within a fraternity.

The term used to describe a Phi Beta Sigma member who graduated from college.

A fraternity member's social media handle.

A fraternity's commitment to social causes and community service.

Supporting educational initiatives.

Programs and activities that encourage personal growth and development.

A term used to describe a fraternity member's unique and admirable qualities.

A fraternity's commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.