National History

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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. The Founders, Honorable A. Langston Taylor, Honorable Leonard F. Morse, and Honorable Charles I. Brown, wanted to take an inclusive perspective to serve the community as opposed to having an exclusive purpose.

Today, Phi Beta Sigma has blossomed into an international organization of leaders. The fraternity exceeded the prevailing models of Black Greek-Letter fraternal organizations by being the first to establish alumni chapters, youth mentoring clubs, a federal credit union, chapters in Africa, and a collegiate chapter outside of the United States. Although Phi Beta Sigma is considered a predominantly African-American fraternity, its membership includes college-educated men of African, Caucasian, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian descent. It is the only fraternity to hold a constitutional bond with a historically African-American sorority, Zeta Phi Beta, which was founded on January 16, 1920, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., through the efforts of members of Phi Beta Sigma.

The brothers of Phi Beta Sigma are the Fraternity’s most valuable resource and strength. They are the primary means by which the Phi Beta Sigma objectives will be achieved. In order to accomplish the Fraternity’s objectives, it is essential that systems are instituted that effectively embody “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity” and promote brotherhood, scholarship and service.

The Legacy of Alpha Sigma Sigma: Rooted in Excellence, Reborn in Purpose

On February 21, 1953 in the small yet significant town of Hempstead, Texas, five visionary brothers whose dedication laid the foundation for a proud legacy greater than themselves - the Alpha Sigma Sigma Alumni Chapter. These trailblazers were:

• Bro. Albert O. Williams
• Bro. Lewis W. Engram
• Bro. Marshall Bass
• Bro. Luther V. Francis
• Bro. Nathaniel C. Harden

The commitment to Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service shaped the early years of Alpha Sigma Sigma into a model of excellence and leadership. A torch was lit that burned brightly for decades. Though the chapter experienced a pause in 1985, when many brothers relocated for new career opportunities, the flame was never extinguished and the spirit of Sigma never faded.

A decade later, in 1995, that flame was reignited. The chapter was revitalized by six determined brothers who stepped up and brought Alpha Sigma Sigma back to life restoring it's presence and purpose:

• Bro. Dr. Frank T. Hawkins
• Bro. Charles E. Crockett
• Bro. Monson L. Durham
• Bro. Carl A. Taylor
• Bro. Nathaniel C. Jones
• Bro. DonAntonio Williams

Since its revival, Alpha Sigma Sigma is not just active—the chapter has continued to thrive. With a renewed commitment to brotherhood, scholarship and service, the chapter continues to grow stronger, welcoming new members and expanding it's impact in the Greater Prairie View and Bryan-College Station areas.  Today Alpha Sigma Sigma proudly serves as the advising graduate chapter to:

• Delta Theta at Prairie View A&M University
• Alpha Lambda Alpha at Texas A&M University

We remain committed to building strong men, serving our communities and upholding the high ideals of our beloved fraternity.

Immediate Past Presidents:

• Bro. Nathaniel C. Jones ('95 - '97)
• Bro. Marc Thomas ('98 - '99)
• Bro. Charles Sloan ('00 - '05)
• Bro. Michael G. Davis ('06 - '08)
• Bro. Dr. Timothy “TJ” McCray (‘09 - ‘12)
• Bro. Jermaine V. Jackson ('13 - '14)
• Bro. Jason Green (‘15 - ‘18)
• Bro. Shandon P. Neal (‘19 - ‘22)

"Where there are great men to be made, Sigma will make them and Alpha Sigma Sigma will lead the way."