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Who were the founders of the organization mentioned, and what was their common aim?
Who were the founders of the organization mentioned, and what was their common aim?
Dr. Ernest Everett Just, Dr. Oscar James Cooper, Professor Frank Charles Coleman, and Bishop Edgar Amos Love aimed to promote scholarship, manhood, perseverance, and uplift.
What are the Cardinal Principles of the organization founded on November 17, 1911?
What are the Cardinal Principles of the organization founded on November 17, 1911?
Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift.
What is the motto of the organization, and what does it signify?
What is the motto of the organization, and what does it signify?
The motto is 'Friendship is Essential to the Soul,' signifying the importance of camaraderie and support among members.
What does the phrase 'Piss Poor Preparation Produces Piss Poor Performance' signify in the context provided?
What does the phrase 'Piss Poor Preparation Produces Piss Poor Performance' signify in the context provided?
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On what date was the organization incorporated, and where did this take place?
On what date was the organization incorporated, and where did this take place?
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When was the Lambda chapter chartered, and what significance does this have?
When was the Lambda chapter chartered, and what significance does this have?
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What is the significance of the term 'Excuses' as described in the content?
What is the significance of the term 'Excuses' as described in the content?
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Who is the current Bassilius, and what role does this position play?
Who is the current Bassilius, and what role does this position play?
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Study Notes
Key Founders
- Dr. Ernest Everett Just, born August 14, 1883 in Charleston, South Carolina, was a biologist, academic, and science writer.
- Dr. Oscar James Cooper, born May 20, 1888 in Washington, D.C., was a physician and African-American cultural leader.
- Professor Frank Charles Coleman, born July 11, 1890 in Washington, D.C., was a professor and head of the Physics Department at Howard University.
- Bishop Edgar Amos Love, born September 10, 1891 in Harrisonburg, Virginia, was a bishop in the Methodist Episcopal Church and a civil rights spokesman.
Organization Founding
- Founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University.
- Incorporated on October 28, 1914, in Boston (Gamma Chapter).
- Lambda Chapter chartered on May 3, 1923.
Core Values
- Cardinal Principles: Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift
- Motto: "Friendship is Essential to the Soul." (Ophelema Philia Psukis)
- Letters: Omega, Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta, Epsilon, Zeta, Eta, Theta, Iota, Kappa, Lambda, Mu, Nu, Xi, Omicron, Pi, Rho, Sigma, Tau, Upsilon, Phi, Chi, Psi, Omega.
- Acronym for avoiding excuses: Piss Poor Preparation Produces Piss Poor Performance, Piss Poor Performance Produces Pain
- Important Note about Excuses: Excuses are tools of the incompetent.
Current Leader
- Current Bassilius (leader): Ricky Lewis
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Description
This quiz explores the founding figures and history of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Learn about key individuals like Dr. Ernest Everett Just and their contributions. Test your knowledge of the organization’s founding dates and core values.
