ALPHA PHI DELTA FRATERNITY, BETA OMICRON CHAPTER

Nickname: APD
Colors: Purple and White
Flower: White Carnation
Local Philanthropy: Second Harvest Food Band
National Founding: 1914
Local Founding: 1953
National Website: www.apd.org
Local Website: www.apdatysu.org

Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity was founded at Syrcause University in New York in 1914 by a group of men with Italian Roots. While initially founded as a social society, it evolved into one of the most unique American college fraternities. It has retained its focus on Italian roots by attracting select men from the best colleges and universities in the United States. A majority of Alpha Phi Delta men are campus leaders. Many of Alpha Phi Delta's nearly 20,000 lifelong members have become top leaders in all facets of life.

The Beta Omicrom chapter of Alpha Phi Delta features one of the oldest active alumni clubs. It was with the alumni club's generosity and through their efforts that the Beta Omicron chapter has flourished once again on the YSU campus.

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PHI KAPPA TAU FRATERNITY, GAMMA PI CHAPTER

Nickname: Phi Tau
Colors: Harvard Red and Old Gold
Mascot: Twin Rampat Unicorn
Flower: Red Carnation
National Philanthropy: Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang
National Founding: 1906
Local Founding: 1967
National Website: www.phikappatau.org
Local Website: www.ysu.edu/pkt

Twelve Veterans of the Korean War founded Zeta Phi Fraternity in 1956. The Men were older than many students and they wanted to belong to a fraternity, but they were not willing to undergo the childish antics that were part of the existing fraternities' pledge programs. Before long, the group occupied a house on Park Avenue and adopted a constitution and the motto, "Cerebrum et Lacertus," or "Brains and Brawn." Black and gray were the official colors. By 1964, president Edward Knoop was promoting the idea of national affiliation, and Phi Kappa Tau became the leading candidate. Director of chapter development, Thomas C. Cunningham made a personal visit to Zeta Phi on May 5, 1965, and soon thereafter the group voted to work toward a Phi Kappa Tau charter. The installation took place on January 29, 1967, with National Counselor, Mel Dettra taking the place of the National President, Warren Parker, who was caught in a Chicago snowstorm. Charter president, Ronald L. Wasiluk accepted the Gamma Pi charter from National Secretary, Jack L. Anson. Since that time, Phi Kappa Tau, Gamma Pi has become a pillar of strength for the community and Youngstown State University. They Boast of members who have held many prestigious positions at the University and who remain active and involved in all aspects of the community.

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IOTA PHI THETA FRATERNITY, INC.

Nickname: Iota's
Colors: Charcoal Brown and Gilded Gold
Symbol: Centaur
Flower: Yellow Rose
National Founding: 1963
National Website: www.iotaphitheta.org/

The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity is a nationally incorporated, predominantly African-American social/service fraternity founded at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. Iota Phi Theta presently consists of 35,000 members. There are approximately 270 undergraduate and alumni chapters, as well as colonies located in over 40 US states, the District of Columbia, the Bahamas and South Korea.

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OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. ZETA GAMMA CHAPTER

Nickname: Omega Men
Colors: Purple and Gold
Mascot: Bulldog
Flower: Red Rose
National Philanthropy: Literacy Education
National Founding: 1911
Local Founding: March 11, 1951
National Website: www.omegapsiphifraternity.org

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KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. BETA PI CHAPTER

Nickname: Nupe's
Colors: Crimson and Creme
Mascot: Bunny
Flower: Carnation
National Philanthropy: The Guide Right Program and The NAACP
National Founding: 1911
Local Founding: 1946
National Website: www.kappaalphapsi1911.com/

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Indiana University on January 5, 1911. The Crimson and Cream wearers were the first black Greek-lettered organization to become nationally incorporated. Ten distinctive men founded the fraterity with its fundamental purpose being achievement in every field of human endeavor.

The Beta Pi chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi was established on the campus of Youngstown State University on May 5, 1946. The chapter was the first black Greek-letter organizations and is currently the oldest chapter of any fraternity at YSU. The "Heart-breakers" of the Beta Pi are locally and nationally known to be leaders among the university and the community. With a membership of over 100,000 brothers, a major national program of the fraternity is the Guide Right Program which focuses on mentoring young black males.

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SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON FRATERNITY, OHIO ALPHA CHAPTER

Nickname: SAE
Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold
Mascot: Lion
Flower: Violet
National Philanthropy: The Children's Miracle Network
National Founding: 1856
Local Founding: 1959
National Website: www.sae.net
Local Website: www.ysu-sae.com

Eight young men at the University of Alabama founded the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity on March 9, 1856. The leader of the eight, Noble Leslie DeVotie, created SAE to perpetuate friendship and brotherhood among college men. Recently celebrating 150 years, Sigma Alpha Epsilon has become the largest and most prosperous fraternity in the country. With their 275,000 active members and alumni, SAE contributes more money to philanthropies than any other fraternal organization. Sigma Alpha Epsilon was the first fraternity to establish a national headquarters and national leadership school. On December 5, 1959, the Phi Gamma chapter was officially chartered at Youngstown State University as the Ohio Alpha chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Over the years, SAE has consistently been a leader in community service and scholastics at YSU. Their many achievements include being the largest contributor to the MDA among all Youngstown organizations in the last 10 years. SAE is the only organization on campus to win the Orion and Constellation awards in the same year having acheived this three times in five years.

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SIGMA CHI FRATERNITY, ETA CHI CHAPTER

Nickname: Fighting Sigs
Colors: Blue and Old Gold
Mascot: Eagle
Symbol: White Cross
Flower: White Rose
National Philanthropy: The Children's Miracle Network and The Huntsman Cancer Society
National Founding: 1855
Local Founding: 1977
National Website: www.sigmachi.org
Local Website: http://etachi.sigmachi.net/

The Sigma Chi fraternity was founded nationally on June 28, 1855 at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Seven men were dedicated to forming something new; a fraternity based on the ideals of friendship, justice, and learning. The Jordan Standard was declared by founder Isaac M. Jordan to be the minimum requirements for membership in Sigma Chi.

Sigma Chi has grown out of the small one-room apartment in Oxford, Ohio to the largest international fraternity. With over 220 active chapters and 210,000 active brothers that go beyond borders, there are Sigma Chi’s all over the world including Canada, England and Australia. Also, Sigma Chi is the only fraternity to be recognized and honored by the U.S. Congress for their achievements and philanthropic efforts. Sigma Chi is the preeminent leadership development organization, recently making a $40 million dollar investment into expanding leadership programs.

The Eta Chi chapter was founded at Youngstown State University on April 16, 1977. Since its inception on the campus of YSU, Sigma Chi has received many awards recognizing the chapter within Greek Life. Also, Eta Chi has received four Peterson awards which is the highest honor any Sigma Chi chapter can obtain. Their excellence as a chapter helps two official charities: the Children’s Miracle Network and the Huntsman Cancer Institute. During their week-long philanthropy event called “Derby Days,” the chapter raises money for these charities. On a local level, Eta Chi donates money and time to Tod Children’s Hospital.

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SIGMA TAU GAMMA FRATERNITY, BETA GAMMA CHAPTER

Nickname: Sig Tau
Colors: Azure Blue and White
Mascot: Knight
Flower: White Rose
National Philanthropy: Books for Kids
National Founding: 1920
Local Founding: 2000
National Website: www.sigmataugamma.org
Local Website: www.ysu.edu/gogreek/sigtau

Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity or "Sig Tau" is a U.S. all-male college social fraternity founded on June 28, 1920 at University of Central Missouri (then known as Central Missouri State Teachers College). The fraternity was born out of the desires and aspirations of 17 men in the belief that all men are social creatures and that friendships of college men are lasting ones. It arose as a result of friendships made while in the service of their country during World War I in France. By dedicating themselves to the highest ideals of manhood, brotherhood and citizenship, they would inspire thousands of men from all parts of the country who would follow in their footsteps.

In accordance with the founding of Sigma Tau Gamma Fratenity at Central Missouri State Teachers College, the fraternity created new chapters on the campuses surrounding teachers colleges (at the time also called "normal schools"). Since the fraternity's beginnings in 1920, they have spread to more than 140 university campuses across the United States.

Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity is an active member of the North-American Interfraternity Conference.

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THETA CHI FRATERNITY, EPSILON DELTA CHAPTER

Nickname: The Regulators
Colors: Military Red and White
Mascot: American Coiled Rattlesnake
Flower: Red Carnation
National Philanthropy: The American Red Cross
National Founding: 1856
Local Founding: 1956
National Website: www.thetachi.org
Local Website: www.myspace.com/thetachiysu

Since its inception on May 12, 1956, the Epsilon Delta Chapter of Theta Chi fraternity has been an organization at YSU which promotes leadership, culture, friendship, academics and social involvement in young men. Theta Chi believes in the ideals of truth, temperance and tolerance while willingly extending a helping hand to all who seek it.

Through chapter meetings, activities and philanthropic events, all of these goals can be accomplished. The chapter is involved in intramural sports, community service, active board membership of IFC, Greek Week and one of many philanthropies, the Hearing and Speech Center of Youngstown among others. Members of our chapter are also active members in other organizations such as the College Republicans, International Student Association, Executive Council and R.O.T.C.

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