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National Pan-Hellenic Council

Historically African-American Council

History of NPHC

Purpose

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Colors

Symbol

Executive Board

Membership Intake Process

Constitution and Bylaws

The Valdosta State University chapter of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC), chartered October 3, 2001 is composed of eight historically African-American Greek-lettered fraternities and sororities.  NPHC's national body includes over one million men and women of various ages who serve as leaders in their communities, places of employment, and other aspects of American's society.  These organizations share a common bond, which is total commitment and dedication to the improvement of conditions within African-American communities.  NPHC promotes interaction, encourages cooperation, and provides support for each member organization.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Office of Greek Life at 229-333-5674.
 
 

History of NPHC

The National Pan-Hellenic Council was organized in May 1930 at Howard University in Washington, D.C.  Charter members include Kappa Alpha Psi and Omega Psi Phi Fraternities, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, and Zeta Phi Beta Sororities.  In 1931, Alpha Phi Alpha and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternities joined the council.  Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority joined in 1937 and Iota Phi Theta Fraternity joined completed the list of member organizations in 1997.

The stated purpose and mission 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 organizations."  Early in 1937, the organization was incorporated under the laws of the State of Illinois and became known as "The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated."
 
 

Purpose

The purpose of the NPHC shall be to foster cooperative actions of its members in dealing with matters of mutual concern.  To this end, the NPHC promotes the well-being of its affiliate fraternities and sororities, facilitates the establishment and development of local councils of the NPHC and provides leadership training for its constituents.
 
 

Colors

The official colors of NPHC are black and white.
 
 

Symbol

The official symbol of NPHC is:  Official Symbol of the National Pan-Hellenic Council
 
 

2009-2010 Executive Board

President- Michael Gibson                                                                     mpgibson@valdosta.edu

Vice President- Brandie Allen                                                                ballen@valdosta.edu

Secretary- Jamie Dekle                                                                 jadekle@valdosta.edu

Parliamentarian- Laron Connely                                                       ljconnely@valdosta.edu

Treasurer- Desmond Holmes                                                         ddholmes@valdosta.edu