Brian Blake is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and he was recently appointed as Georgia State University's first Black president in the school's history.
A charity organisation based in the United States has constructed 50 mechanised boreholes worth more than GH¢1 million in 50 communities across the country.
The Divine Nine | Black Sororities and Fraternities in Central Texas There are nine African American fraternities and Sororities, each unique in its own way. Together, they are called the Divine Nine. Author: Jasmin Caldwell Updated: 5:47 PM CST February 12, 2021 WACO, Texas In honor of Black History Month, 6 News is highlighting African American fraternities and sororities.
As the world watched the first woman become Vice President of the United States, there are a special group of women who is proud that she is there. I think we are all excited to see the first African American female serve as the Vice President of the United States, said Joya Hayes, South Central Regional Director of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. “But as women of Alpha Kappa Alpha, we really feel like she personifies what African American women have done and have continued to contribute to the American society.
By Cherranda Smith Black History Month calls for a history lesson on the Divine Nine! Black Greek letter organizations that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council are woven into the fabric of HBCUs across the country. They were founded by students and faculty members who were just one to two generations removed from slavery, during a tumultuous period of American history, underscoring the tenacity and fortitude of their founders. These organizations, also known as the Divine Nine, have served communities globally, fostered sister and brotherhood, and are a cornerstone of Black culture. They have showcased Black academic prowess across all fields and continue to serve as a beacon of Black excellence. Here’s a brief look at the origins of these illustrious organizations.
By William Skipworth & Columbia Missourian • Jan 19, 2021 The city of Columbia recognized Columbia Public Schools Superintendent Peter Stiepleman and the MU chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity with Columbia Values Diversity Awards on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Every year, Columbia recognizes one member of the community and one organization or group that exemplifies the spirit of King with the award. Stiepleman has worked with CPS for 16 years, first as a teacher and then as a principal and assistant superintendent before he took on the role of superintendent in 2014. This will be his last year as superintendent, as he announced in October that he’d be retiring after this school year.