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Kappa Alpha |
Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. |
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Theta Omega Chapter
of Alpha Kappa Alpha, the home of the 26th Supreme Basileus, Soror
Linda Marie White, was the eighth graduate chapter chartered. It was
chartered on November 5, 1922 at 5200 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, IL.
The charter members of Theta Omega were: Clara Vesta Caldwell, Eva
Overton Lewis, Ida Taylor Jones, Geraldyne Hodges Major, Bertha
Mosely-Lewis, and Helen Kathleen Perry. Theta Omega has come a long
way. We have grown from twelve members to over 500 members. We have
a rich heritage and legacy. The chapter may be contacted at:
P.O. Box 49747, Chicago, IL 60649-0747 or
akarama@akathetaomega.org
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Theta Rho Omega
Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha was chartered November 17, 1968 in
Markham, IL. The purpose of this chapter, as stated in our By-laws,
is “to promote scholarship and to foster better human relations
among the citizenry of the South Suburban area of Chicago by
sponsoring civic, cultural, social and educational activities.”
Chapter meetings are held the 4th Saturday of every month at 2:00
p.m. at Mae Jemison School, located at 3450 W. 177th Street in Hazel
Crest, IL. For additional information you may contact Patricia
Jones-Banks at 708-720-1581 or Loester Lewis at 708-532-0658. |
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Lambda Mu Omega Chapter of
Alpha Kappa Alpha was chartered on March 5, 1977 by 38 members.
Today, the tradition of service and sisterhood continues in the
areas of Education, Black Family, Health, Economic Empowerment and
Arts. The sisterly bond, cooperation, loving support, caring and
sharing with one another gives the chapter members a foundation to
spread the same love to others in our “Service To All Mankind.”
Chapter meetings are held the 2nd Sunday of every month, except July
and August at Chicago State University locate 9501 S. Dr. M. L.
King, Jr. Drive, Chicago, Illinois. For more information please
contact us at: P.O. Box 437005, Chicago, Illinois 60643 or
lambdamuomega_aka@yahoo.com |
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Lambda Nu Omega
Chapter was formed through the interest of a few Sorors in the
Lake County area. It was spearheaded by Soror Isabelle Buckner in
the form of an Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority round up. The round up was
held at her home on Saturday, February 8, 1976. Efforts were put
into action, which eventually led to the chartering of Lambda Nu
Omega Chapter in Lake County, IL. Lambda Nu Omega Chapter has the
distinguished honor of being the first Black sorority in Lake
County. Lambda Nu Omega Chapter was chartered on May 27, 1977 at the
Waukegan Public Library in Waukegan, IL. The Central Regional
Director, Soror Gloria Bond of South Bend, IN, performed the
chartering procedures. Lambda Nu Omega Chapter meets on the 2nd
Saturday of each month at 11am in Waukegan, IL at the College of
Lake County. |
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Lambda Tau Omega
Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has provided
scholarships and conducted programs to enhance the health, welfare
and educational development of individuals and families in the Far
South Chicagoland Community for twenty-five years. In 2002, the 20
Pearls Foundation, created by the chapter, sponsored its annual
Community Health Expo at Prairie State College, provided tutorial
services at Charles Gavin School in Chicago Heights, conducted its
award winning ONTRACK program at Chateaux School in Country Club
Hills, prepared meals for Meals on Wheels in Calumet City,
facilitated recreational days for seniors in South Holland and Hazel
Crest, held workshops at Christian Vision Center transitional living
center for women and children located in Chicago Heights,
participated in PADS program in Matteson, mentored young women in
our Big Sister/Little Sister program in Robbins, co-sponsored the
Breast Cancer Symposium at Ingalls Hospital in Harvey, participated
in the AIDS walk and UNCF Run, Walk, Ride, Bike, Skate-A-Thon, held
the Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion at which 11 financial
scholarships were awarded. |
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Xi Nu Omega Chapter Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered on July 9,1982 with 24
members. The chapter has a current membership of over 230 women. Xi
Nu Omega Chapter has been recognized locally, regionally and
nationally for outstanding chapter program activities which focus on
The Arts, The Black Family, Economics, Education and Health. The
chapter's signature programs are: The Teen Esteem Leadership
Mentoring Program, The Music/Arts Explosion, Community Forums and
The Monarch Awards Gala: "A Tribute to Black Men". Through it's
Monarch Awards Foundation, the chapter fully endowed a $20,000 Alpha
Kappa Alpha Educational Advancement Foundation Scholarship.
Additionally, the Foundation has raised more than $550,000 for
scholarships and charitable organizations since it's inception as a
501(c)(3) organization. Our chapter meetings are held on 2nd Sundays
at 2:00 p.m. at Crerar Presbyterian Church, Lower Level, 8100 S.
Calumet Avenue in Chicago. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 19166,
Chicago, IL 60619. |
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Sigma Phi Omega
Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., was chartered with
25 sorors on June 21, 1990, in Gary, Indiana. Sigma Phi Omega
Chapter traces its’ genesis to conversations between several Alpha
Kappa Alpha women who were convened by Soror Marian Wilson Comer.
Since our inception, Sigma Phi Omega women have been of one mind in
their dedication to be of service to all mankind. We accomplish this
through programs such as the Martin Luther King Day of Service,
Bowl-for-the-Cure for Breast Cancer, AIDS Walk, Minority Health
Awareness workshops, Mother’s Day baskets for battered women, Senior
Citizen Luncheon, Ivy Reading AKAdemy, AKA Coat-Drive, Shoeboxes for
Africa and many more. Chapter meetings are held the first Saturday
of the month at the Kennedy Branch Library, 3983 Broadway, Gary,
Indiana. For more information contact us via e-mail at
sigma_phi_omega@hotmail.com or our mailing address P.O. BOX
2908, Gary, IN 46403. |
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Phi Kappa Omega Chapter was chartered January 8, 2000 in
Evergreen Park, Illinois by 15 dynamic women. Her membership has
grown to the current 35 over the last three years. Our programs
include the Carey B. Preston AKAdemy, our reading, tutorial,
leadership training components, and scholarships to high school
youth; Health and Wellness Initiatives, support to breast cancer and
sickle cell anemia research, hunger depository and the walkathons
for each; and the Black Family and the Arts, our AKA Coat drive,
Sister-to-Sister program, support to Black Theatre, and community
artists. We meet every second Sunday, at Sixth Grace Presbyterian
Church, 600 E. 35th Street, at 4:00 p.m. |
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Phi Alpha |

Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity, Inc. |
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Xi Lambda Chapter
of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., is the first alumni chapter of
the fraternity chartered in the city of Chicago. The chapter was
installed on May 15, 1924 in response to the demand of graduate
brothers for a separate chapter in Chicago. Among the 20 charter
members was Henry Arthur Callis, one of the founders-known as a
Jewel-of Alpha Phi Alpha. Xi Lambda exemplifies the motto of Alpha
Phi Alpha, "First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All."
As the largest chapter in the fraternity, Xi Lambda is active in the
community. has hosted over 200 young men to the Alpha Phi Alpha
Leadership Institute held, annually, in various locations in the
Midwestern Region of the fraternity. In addition, the chapter is
working on the West Side and has established a partnership with the
Off The Street Club-the oldest boys and girls club in Chicago-to
participate in their monthly Third Thursday mentoring program. The
membership of Xi Lambda includes founders of Johnson Publishing,
John H. Johnson, and Burrell Advertising, Thomas Burrell; Cook
County President, John H. Stroger, Jr., County Commissioner Jerry
"Iceman" Butler, as well as the founders of the PHCACC, Jack Childs,
Auggeretto Battiste, State Senator Donne Trotter, and the first
PHCACC President, James Hill. |
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Iota Delta Lambda Chapter
of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was organized by nine Alpha
Brothers, thus becoming the second alumni chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha
in the city of Chicago. The chapter was chartered on May1, 1968.Its
membership has grown steadily over the years and its commitment to
service embodies innovation. Project Alpha, a youth development
program which addresses adolescent pregnancy prevention from the
male perspective was created in the Iota Delta Lambda Chapter in
1981. Today, Project Alpha is the Fraternity’s premier community
service program and is cosponsored nationally with the March of
Dimes Birth Defects Foundation annually. Other noteworthy Iota Delta
Lambda programs include the annual Martin Luther King Day Breakfast,
Halloween Party for residents of the Alpha Tower Senior Home,
Christmas Toy Drive and Breakfast with Santa and the IDL Leadership
Development Institute. IDL meets on the third Saturday of every
month at the Elliott Donnelly Youth Center, 3947 S. Michigan at 6:30
p.m. |
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Theta
Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity Inc. was chartered by Alpha Brothers George Brown, Melvin
Brown, Larry Poole, Joseph Hill, Eugene Varnado, and George Reaves,
who is also the General Treasurer of Alpha Phi Alpha, in Joliet in
1963, and reactivated at Governors State University in 1986, as
blacks began moving in large numbers to the South Suburban
Chicagoland Area. The Chapter has and continues to serve and help to
meet the community, health, and educational needs and goals of the
fine African-American citizens of Chicago’s Southland for 40 years.
Theta Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha actively sponsors and/or
participates in the following programs: The Annual Black History
Month Play held at the Illinois Theater Center in Park Forest, The
South Suburban March of Dimes Walk-A-Thon, The Alpha Phi Alpha
Midwest Leadership Weekend, Project Alpha, The Theta Mu Lambda
Annual Chapter Summer Picnic, and the Annual Black And Gold
Scholarship Ball. Theta Mu Lambda holds their monthly chapter
meetings at 4:00 P.M. every third Sunday at the Jones Community
Center, 220 East 15th Street, Chicago Heights, IL. The chapter can
be reached at P.O. Box 95, Olympia Fields, IL, 60461. |
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Mu Mu Lambda Chapter of
Alpha Phi Alpha was chartered by 22 Alpha Men on April 14, 1976.
African Americans began moving into the western suburbs in large
numbers between the years of 1969 and 1973. History has it that
while attending a meeting with the National Alliance of Businessmen
in Washington, D.C., Brothers Art Thompson and Ernie Gibson
seriously discussed the formation of an Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
Chapter in the western suburbs. An informal meeting was held
in February 1976 to entertain the idea of establishing a chapter.
Brothers Art Thompson, Ernie Gibson, Robert Wells, Kenneth Watkins,
Mickey Brown, Clarence Lewis, James Ivory, and others attended the
meeting. Subsequent meetings were held to establish a
committee to work on By-Laws. The committee consisted of
Brothers Manny Jackson and Ken Watkins. Officers were elected
with Brother Ernie Gibson as the first Chapter President. |
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Sigma Theta |

Delta Sigma
Theta Sorority, Inc. |
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The Chicago Alumnae Chapter
of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was formed in 1959. It was
established after the merging of the graduate chapters Theta Sigma
and Gamma Chi Sigma. Today, Chicago Alumnae membership exceeds 700
members who come from very diverse backgrounds from across the
country. Chicago Alumnae members work diligently to carry out the
goals set by the National Chapter through various committees by
providing programs that meet the needs of the African American
community. In realizing Delta's mission, programs are developed with
a focus on Delta's Five-Point Program Thrust, which are: Physical &
Mental Health, Educational Development, International Awareness &
Involvement, Economic Development, and Political Awareness &
Involvement. Some of Chicago Alumnae’s community service programs
include the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy, Delta Literacy Project,
Jabberwock (Scholarship Fundraiser) and Del-Teen Lift Program. The
Chapter also holds semi-annual community health fairs and voter
registration drives. Chapter meetings are held on the 3rd Friday of
every month at 6:30 p.m. at D’Estee, Inc., 4525 S. King Drive. |
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Glen Ellyn Area Alumnae
Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta was conceived by Sorors Georgia
Edwards, Denise Hendry, and Shirley G. Johnson over brown bag
lunches at Irving School in Maywood, IL, in 1976. Since it's
establishment, the Glen Ellyn Area Alumnae chapter has clearly
established itself as a public service organization that strives to
confront problems of African-Americans and, hence all Americans. A
wide range of programs addressing education, health, international
development, and strengthening of the African-American family have
emerged and evolved over the years. Chapter meetings are held the
first Saturday of every month at 10:00am at Good Samaritan
Professional Building located at 1020 E Ogden, in Naperville Il. |
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Joliet Area Alumnae Chapter
of Delta Sigma Theta was chartered by 14 dynamic women on January
12, 1974,. Currently the chapter has over 150 members. For over 25
years, Joliet Area Alumnae has served as hostess for the premier
show of the Ebony Fashion Fair Fashion Show. Funds from the show are
used to award scholarships to high school seniors. Delta Academy and
D.E.S.T.I.N.Y. are programs designed to mentor and encourage young
ladies in grammar school and high school. Our Delta Works program
works with South Suburban Habitat for Humanity to provide affordable
and decent housing for low-income families. Breakfast with Santa is
an annual event that provides breakfast, toys and pictures to more
than 500 children in the Harvey area. ECHOES of Excellence is a
biennial project that recognizes women who have made a contribution
to the community. UMOJA, our annual Greek step show promotes unity
between the Divine 9 and is an additional source of scholarship
funds. Chapter meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of every month
at 2:00 PM, Rich Township Preparatory High School. |
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Phi Beta
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Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, Inc. |
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Zeta Zeta Chapter was
charted on October 3, 1987 as the result of 33 graduate and
professional women in the Dolton, Illinois area seeking change.
Since it's inception, Zeta Zeta strives to hold within its
membership quality women with various backgrounds and a willingness
to uphold the goals of sisterhood. Thus, Zeta Zeta is a well-rounded
chapter that provides service to various charitable organizations
and holds annual programs in accordance with the National
Organization of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Chapter meetings are
held every second Friday of the month. Contact us at P.O. Box 599
Dolton, IL. |
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Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter
was chartered on June 20, 1966 as the Chicago
Metropolitan Graduate Chapter. Today, Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter is the
largest graduate chapter of Zeta in the State of Illinois and the
Great Lakes Region. The chapter prides itself on building leaders
and mentoring to those who plan to one day take on roles as the
front runners of the Sorority. Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter serves a dual
purpose as being a great social outlet while still addressing the
needs of the community. The chapter’s portfolio boasts both Amicae
and Youth Auxiliary Groups, an Annual Finer Womanhood Scholarship
Luncheon, a Stork’s Nest program, a yearly Founder’s Day Program, a
biennial NAACP fundraiser, and several community action initiatives
including a recurring tour and donation to the Ronald McDonald House
in Chicago and Sadie Waterford Manor. Chapter meetings are held on
the third Saturday of the month at the Phi Beta Sigma House.
For more
information, call the Zeta hotline at 773-874-0627. |
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Xi Mu Zeta Chapter was
chartered in 1989 by twenty-two women linked by a common goal to
support their community and uphold the ideals of Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, Incorporated. The Markham, Illinois chapter provides
community service throughout Markham and the Chicago area. The
chapter also supports the efforts of local and national
organizations including, but not limited to: The Family Rescue
Shelter, The Bottomless Closet, The Glass Slipper Foundation, United
Negro College Fund, American Diabetes Association, American Heart
Association, Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois, and the
National Breast Cancer Association. Xi Mu Zeta strives for academic
excellence among youth, community empowerment, and the advancement
of African-American women. The chapter awards three scholarships
annually. The chapter sponsors three undergraduate chapters, Alpha
Alpha, (Chicago Metropolitan), Eta Delta, (Northern Illinois
University), and Omicron Delta, (Eastern Illinois University). |
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Tau Psi Zeta Chapter
was chartered on 9/19/2004 by 20 women who sought to create an
atmosphere where the personal goal of a lifetime commitment to Zeta
can be achieved. Diversity is important to the chapter, in order to
accurately reflect a broad range of backgrounds and interests that
the Sorority is comprised of. This multi-faceted, growing membership
base of professional women of color in the Chicagoland and South
Suburban area is the greatest asset. Tau Psi Zeta Chapter seeks to
provide leadership skills that will enhance the abilities of its
members to promote civic work in the community and build a
foundation upon which a national organization can thrive. Locally,
the chapter is embarking on providing community service to the south
side and south suburbs of Chicago that will help provide the
community with a first-rate impression of the organization and its
programs. Since the chapters inception, the membership has grown by
50% including the addition of a new life member. For more
information, please contact: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Tau Psi
Zeta Chapter, PO BOX 587196, Alsip, IL 60803-7196, (877) ZPB-1920,
taupsizeta@yahoo.com |
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Phi Theta |

Iota Phi Theta
Fraternity, Inc. |
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Eta Omega Chapter
of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., was chartered in April, 1979 in
Carbondale, Illinois. Eta Omega was Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc's
first Graduate chapter in the mid-west region. The chapter relocated
to Chicago, Illinois in 1980. The chapter is the recipient of
several Graduate Chapter of the Year awards. Additionally, many of
Eta Omega's individual brothers have been the recipients of the
Graduate and/or Undergraduate Brother of the Year awards. In keeping
with this tradition we will continue to provide exemplary service to
our community. The men of Eta Omega Chapter of Iota Phi Theta
Fraternity, Inc. are dedicated to Brotherhood, Scholarship,
Fidelity, Citizenship, and Leadership.
For more information
please contact Ptah E. Smith at
Ptahsmi@cdw.com |
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Alpha Theta Omega
Chapter (also known as Chicago Metropolitan South Alumni) was
organized in September 1999 through the vision of eight graduate
members of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity. The chapter was officially
charted August 10, 2001. Currently, the chapter is focused on:
active community service, reclaiming inactive brothers, and
fraternity expansion/undergraduate mentoring. Additionally, the
chapter has an investment club called the Gold Diggin’ Centaurs.
Chapter meetings are held the 2nd Friday of every month at 7:00 pm
at the South Shore United Methodist Church (7350 South Jeffery
Blvd.) The chapter’s email address is
Alpha_Theta_Omega@yahoo.com |
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Alpha Psi |

Kappa Alpha
Psi Fraternity, Inc. |
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Chicago Alumni Chapter is Kappa's
oldest and Chicago's largest Alumni Chapter was founded in 1919. The
200 members of the Chicago Alumni chapter include many of the city's
civic and professional leaders including the current president of
the Pan-Hellenic Council in Chicago, Mr. Joe Jenkins. This chapter
has many activities which support undergraduate Kappa chapters in
the area well many social causes. This chapter even started it's own
foundation named after one of Kappas' Founders, Edward G. Irvin, who
was also a member of this chapter until his death. For information
concerning any Chicago Alumni or Edward G. Irvin Foundation
activities, please write to P.O. Box 19599 or call 773-978-6446 |
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The Chicago Heights
Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated was
chartered on October 20, 1965. The Ten Charter members were
dedicated to the fundamental purpose of achievement, providing
scholarships, mentoring and tutorial programs and to providing
general support to young African-American males in the South
Suburban communities of Chicago. The Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter
is well recognized in the south suburban school systems and
communities for our scholarship awards and Kappa League mentoring
program. Today, we continue to move forward with creative and
aggressive fundraising activities that support these endeavors.
Chapter meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of the month
(September thru June) at Prairie State University in the Board Room
on the 2nd floor, Chicago Heights, IL., Vollmer Rd./Halsted.
Mailing info., Chicago Heights Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi
Fraternity, Inc., Marion C. Jeffery, II – Polemarch, P.O. Box 2862,
Country Club Hills, Il., 60478 |
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The Evergreen Park
Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated was
chartered on August 27th of 1993 and we are dedicated to the
Fraternity's fundamental purpose of achievement. Evergreen Park
Alumni is committed to Reclamation - retaining, sustaining and
supporting members. We strive to make a positive difference in the
community through such programs as Guide Right, scholarships,
mentoring and community service. Chapter meetings are held on the
3rd Monday of each month (September thru June) at 7:30pm in the
Jackson Park Fieldhouse at 64th & Stony Island Avenue in Chicago,
IL., For further information, our methods of contact are: Rupert
Evans, Jr. (Polemarch) 708/679-9785 or by mail: Evergreen Park
Alumni, P.O. Box 428070, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, or via our
website:
evergreenpark-alumni@aol.com. |
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Gamma Rho |

Sigma Gamma Rho
Sorority, Inc. |
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Delta Sigma Chapter
of Sigma Gamma Rho was founded in 1929 and remains the
only chapter of Sigma established in Chicago, IL. Delta Sigma boasts
a membership that crosses generational lines and includes Sorors
from diverse professional backgrounds. We encourage and foster the
leadership potential of all members and welcome all individualistic
talents brought forth. By doing so, Delta Sigma Chapter continues to
host programs and activities geared toward educating, assisting, and
uplifting the residents of Chicago’s many communities. Delta Sigma
Chapter meets on the third Saturday of each month at the Lake
Meadows Community Center. Social hour begins at 2pm and chapter
meeting begins at 3pm. |
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Eta Xi Sigma Alumnae Chapter
of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority was chartered on August 16, 1992 by
forty-six women. These women saw a need to expand their horizons
especially as their numbers grew. Eta Xi Sigma Chapter’s membership
includes: Life members, a “Who’s Who in Sigma” recipient, a Past
Grand Basileus a Past Grand Second Anti-Basileus, Undergraduate
Campus Coordinators, a Past Executive Director. and a Past Regional
Rhoer Advisor. These women provide an avenue for developing
leadership skills as well as professional growth through networking.
The chapter's major evens include; Founders Day Celebration, Annual
Christmas Caroling, Carver Day Celebration, Operation BigBookBag/
Youth Symposium, Mwanamugimu Essay Contest, Rhomania Scholarship
Fundraiser, Annual Sigma Round-Up Chapter Picnic. Meetings are held
every 3rd Saturday of each month at DePaul University in Chicago,
Illinois. The chapter can be contacted at:
etaxisigma@yahoo.com |
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Theta Chi Sigma Alumnae
Chapter, fueled by the sorority's slogan of "Greater
Service, Greater Progress," was chartered on March 6, 1999, in Oak
Park, IL, by 30 professional women who were interested in making a
service impact on the West Side of Chicago. Theta Chi Sigma has been
successful in developing civic, social and economic projects for the
community as well as promoting development of its membership.
Through sisterhood, spirituality and inner strength, it continues to
be an example of the power of positive womanhood. Theta Chi Sigma is
indeed "Living the Legacy through Sisterhood and Service." Chapter
meetings are held the 2nd Saturday of every month at the Chicago
Illini Union of the University of Illinois @ Chicago. |
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Beta Sigma |

Phi Beta Sigma
Fraternity, Inc. |
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Upsilon Sigma Chapter
was chartered September 11, 1927. The chapter immediately
flourished and became a driving fore in the African American
community in Chicago. In 1949, a program was started to buy a
fraternity house in Chicago. The tireless effort of brothers in the
chapter resulted in the purchase of "The Sigma House" at 4941 S. Dr.
Martin Luther King Drive. Upsilon Sigma has been the mother chapter
of the Great Lakes Region. During the administration of brothers
Chester Riley and Clarence Johnson, Both Directors of the Great
Lakes Region (1974-1980) more that 61 chapters of the Phi Beta Sigma
Fraternity were chartered or reclaimed thought the region. Signature
Programs include: Hot Trike Presentations Hand Operated
Tricycles Assisting Children with Disabilities, Annual Black Tie
Carnation Ball, Annual Card Party and Gaming Night, American Cancer
Society Walk-A-Thon, United Negro College Fund Walk-A-Thon. The
chapter meets at 4 PM on the second Saturday of every month at the
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity - Upsilon Sigma Chapter Fraternity House
4941 S. King Drive |
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Iota Nu Sigma Chapter
was originally chartered in 1985 in Evanston,
Illinois to serve citizens along Chicago's North Shore area. The
chapter was in existence for approximately two years. The chapter
was reactivated in January 2000 for the purpose of elevating the Phi
Beta Sigma's presence in Chicago, commitment to quality community
service, development of professional and progressive programs and
events and public image. |
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Epsilon Chi Sigma Chapter
and its original founding dates back to 1973-74 in Chicago,
Illinois. The initial group of brothers represented recent college
graduates moving into their professional careers. These young
professionals felt the need for a chapter with a more progressive
approach to service the community. In 1986, Epsilon Chi Sigma
solidified its thrust by establishing the chapter’s two annual
fundraisers, The Greek Invitational The Scholarship Luncheon.
Currently,
Epsilon Chi Sigma boasts a strong membership of over 30 brothers.
The chapter meets at the Sigma house on the second Friday of each
month. It is located at: 4941 South King Drive, Chicago, Illinois
60615,
pbsepsilonchisigma@yahoo.com |
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Psi Phi |

Omega Psi
Phi Fraternity, Inc. |
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Iota Chapter was
first chartered in 1920 as a graduate chapter in Atlantic City NJ.
In 1923 Iota Chapter was re-chartered as an undergraduate chapter on
the campus of the University of Chicago. Iota Chapter was again
re-chartered as a graduate chapter in Chicago on February 12, 1995.
Iota Chapter has received the Tenth District Social Action award
from the Fraternity each year since the 1995 re-chartering for its
involvement in the Black community. Currently Iota chapter has
developed the Friendship Foundation for Education and Community
Development along with the Adopt a High School Program. The men of
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Iota chapter are committed to the four
cardinal principals of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and
Uplift. Chapter meetings are the third Saturday of each month at the
Pullman Park district field house (123rd and Stewart). |
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Mu Xi Chapter of Omega
Psi Phi Fraternity was established by The Supreme Council and the
charter was duly signed and sealed on March 11, 1977. The
Charter Members were; Louis J. Boston, Thomas E. Brown, Marvin Byrd,
Albert L. Clark, Roy Gibbs, C.D. Henry, Richard Lynum, James L.
Matthis, Cornelius Patterson, Samuel Pettijohn, William Rodgers,
Jr., James Shoffner, Tommy Simms, Luther Spence, Rollie Steele, Jr.,
Eugene Stewart, Jr., Calvin Tyson. The MU XI Chapter of Omega Psi
Phi Fraternity, Inc. serves the western suburbs of Cook, and DuPage
Counties. Also serves parts of Will County. Current Officers
2001-2002 are; Climent Edmond – Basileus, Bryce Walker –
Vice-Basileus, Michael Austin – Keeper of Records and Seals,
Frederick Peery – Keeper of Finance, Ronald L. Bryant – Immediate
Past Basileus, Clifton G. Wilkes – Chaplain |
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Nu Pi Chapter of Omega
Psi Phi was chartered on March 9, 1974. In 1990, Nu Pi Chapter was
placed on inactive status. However, under the visionary guidance of
Brother Clevon Davis, and ten other brothers, by the names of: Elvis
Adams, Lamark Carter, Harold Dell, Donald Dew, Floyd Eskridge,
Robert Ellis, Walter Hathaway, Rodney Harrington, Kenneth Nolan, and
Marvin Nolden; as well as the assistance of Brother Ronald Hughes,
past Tenth District Representative, Nu Pi Graduate Chapter was
reinstated. Since Nu Pi Chapter was reinstated in 1993, 52 new
brothers have been initiated into our beloved fraternity. |
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Rho Gamma Gamma Chapter
of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was chartered in March 1987. The
chapter was founded by twenty five graduate members of Omega who
sought to practice in the Chicago area the Fraternity's four
Cardinal Principles: Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift.
The Chapter and several of its members has received numerous
accolades and awards at the national and local levels of the
Fraternity. Rho Gamma Gamma Chapter sponsors several social action
and social events (Boat Ride, Picnic, Ski Trip, Super Bowl Party,
Englewood Back-to-School Parade Marshals, UNCF Walk-A-Thon,
Thanksgiving Food Drive, Adopt a family for Christmas, Founder’s
Day, etc.). Chapter meetings are held the 2nd Saturday of every
month at 5:00PM at St. Ailbe Catholic Church. |
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Sigma Omega Chapter
has a rich and distinguished history both
within the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and within the Chicago area.
Chartered in 1921 as Sigma Chapter, Sigma Omega became the home of
college graduates who were initiated as undergraduates into the
Fraternity. Each year Sigma Omega gives thousands of dollars to
Chicago area, college-bound, first year students. We participate in
and provide many community services, such as clothing drives, and
generous contributions to United Negro College Fund and NAACP.
Chapter meetings are held the 1st Saturday of every month at 7:30PM
in the Oak Room of The South Shore Cultural Center located at 7059
South Shore Drive, Chicago. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 497068,
Chicago, IL 60649. For more information, please contact us at
info@sigma-omega.com |
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