Fraternity · National Pan-Hellenic Council
Known as Sigmas · Black/African American
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded on January 9, 1914, at Howard University by three visionary African American students, A.
National Pan-Hellenic Council
Since 1978
No chapter house
Nationally in 1914
Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown. They sought to establish a fraternity rooted in the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service, one that would exist as a part of the community, not apart from it. The Founders emphasized inclusivity, judging members by merit rather than background, and believed in using their talents to uplift their communities. This vision is captured in the Fraternity’s motto: “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity.” Since its founding, Phi Beta Sigma has grown into an international organization and has played a vital role in the civil rights and Black liberation movements. The Fraternity helped establish the Phi Beta Sigma National Foundation, a Federal Credit Union, and the Sigma Beta Club for youth. It also assisted in founding Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, its constitutionally bound sister organization.
“Since its founding, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity has continuously exceeded the traditional model of Greek-letter organizations. As Chapter President, I’ve witnessed firsthand how deeply rooted our mission of service, brotherhood, and scholarship is. Our legacy, shaped by inclusivity, community uplift, and historical impact, remains unmatched. From supporting the founding of Zeta Phi Beta to leading in civil rights and Black liberation movements, Sigma is more than a fraternity, it’s a movement of purpose. Truly, we are the People’s Fraternity.”
As listed by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. on its Iowa State SFE page.
NPHC chapters are historically African American fraternities and sororities, often called the Divine Nine. Each chapter runs its own membership intake.
Chapter details and photo come from Iowa State's Office of Sorority and Fraternity Engagement · 3 student members listed on stuorg.
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