National Pan-Hellenic Conference (NPHC) and Multi-Cultural Chapters

FRATERNITIES: Iota Phi Theta | Phi Beta Sigma | Alpha Phi Alpha

SORORITIES: Delta Sigma Theta | Zeta Phi Beta

The stated purpose and mission of the organization in 1930 was "Unanimity of thought and action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities, and to consider problems of mutual interest to its member organization." In early 1937, the organization was incorporated under the laws of the State of Illinois and became known as "The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated."  The purpose of the collegiate chapters of NPHC shall be to foster cooperative actions of its members in dealing with matters of mutual concern. The chapters facilitate leadership opportunities, educational programming, and training for its chapter members.

IOTA PHI THETA

Iota Phi Theta fraternity is committed to making meaningful contributions to society in general, with particular emphasis in the African-American community. Throughout America, Iota Phi Theta® has come to represent excellence in all areas. The Fraternity is, and shall forever remain dedicated to its founders’ vision of “Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!”

Nickname: “Iotas”
Colors: Charcoal Brown and Gilded Gold
Symbol: Centaur
Flower: Yellow Rose
Motto: Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One!

Philanthropy:  no youth left behind foundation NAACP,  The United Negro College Fund,  The National Federation of the Blind,  The National Sickle Cell Foundation

Established: September 19^th, 1963
Chartered at FSU: 2002
President: Stephen Osunkunle
Advisor:  Shawn Jones

PHI BETA SIGMA

Phi Beta Sigma fraternity embodies “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity” and promotes brotherhood, scholarship, and service.

Nickname: "Sigmas"
Colors: Royal Blue and White
Symbol: Dove
Flower: White Carnation
Motto: Culture for Service and Service for Humanity

Philanthropy:  March of Dimes,  Center for Disease Control and Prevention,  Boy Scouts of America,  Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Established: January 9^th, 1914
Chartered at FSU:  1978
President: Antonio Rainey
Advisor:  Rubin Stevenson

ALPHA PHI ALPHA

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African American men, founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University. Its mission is to develop leaders, promote brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

Nickname: “Alphas”
Colors: Old Gold and Black
Symbol: Spinx
Flower: Yellow Rose
Motto: First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All

Philanthropy: Brother's Keeper, A Voteless People is a Hopeless People, Go-To-High-School, Go-To-College, Project Alpha

Established: December 4^th, 1906
Chartered at FSU: April 6^th, 1977
President: Tristan Anderson
Advisor:  Robert Cooper

DELTA SIGMA THETA

Delta Sigma Theta sorority provides assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world and emphasizing programs that target the African American community.

Nickname: "Deltas," "DST"
Colors: Crimson & Cream
Symbol: Fortitude
Flower: African Violet
Motto: Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom

Philanthropy:  National Commission for Social Action,  Cynthia M.A. Butler-McIntyre Campus (Haiti Outreach),  Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence (EMBODI), Journey to Wellness:  Committing our Bodies to Physical and Mental Health (Call-to-Action),  Maternity Hospitals in Kenya

Established: January 13^th, 1913
Chartered at FSU:  1974
President:  A'nya Randall
Advisor:  Robert Cooper

 

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INCORPORATED

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority encourages the highest standards of scholastic achievement and fosters a greater sense of unity among its members. These women believed that sorority elitism and socializing overshadowed the real mission for progressive organizations. Since its founding, Zeta Phi Beta has historically focused on addressing social causes.

Nickname: "Doves" and  Zeta's"
Colors: Royal Blue and White
Symbol: Dove
Flower: White Rose
Motto: A community-conscious, action-oriented organization

Philanthropy: Stork's Nest Program, Z-H.O.P.E. (Zetas Helping Other People Excel); U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Refuge System); American Association of Retired Persons (AARP); March of Dimes; American Cancer Society; St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; Women Veterans Rock

Established: January 16^th, 1920
Chartered at FSU:  May 11^th, 1979
President: Courtney Robinson
Advisor: Clarissa Lang