5 Things You Might Not Know About Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on November 17, 1911, on the campus of Howard University — and from Day One, they’ve marched to the beat of their own drum (sometimes literally). Known for their pride, passion, and powerful presence, the Ques have shaped culture in ways that go far beyond the yard.

Here are five facts you may not know about the men who wear that royal purple and old gold.

🔎 5 Things You Might Not Know About Omega Psi Phi

1. Their Founders Are Referred to as “The Four Founding Fathers”
Dr. Ernest E. Just, Professor Frank Coleman, Dr. Oscar J. Cooper, and Bishop Edgar A. Love didn’t just found a fraternity — they built a legacy of leadership in education, medicine, science, and the church.

2. They Were the First Black Fraternity Founded at an HBCU
While other D9 orgs were created at Ivy League institutions, Omega Psi Phi was the first to be born at an HBCU — a point of pride that lives strong at Howard to this day.

3. They Helped Launch the NAACP's Legal Defense Fund
Omega brothers Thurgood Marshall and other Omegas were key in founding the LDF, one of the most influential civil rights legal organizations in the country.

4. That Famous Bark? It’s a Symbol of Brotherhood
Yes, it’s loud. And yes, it’s unmistakable. The Omega bark is a call of connection — a recognition among Brothers, no matter where in the world they are.

5. Their Community Impact Is Global
With chapters in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean, Omega Psi Phi continues to invest in youth mentorship, health initiatives, and social justice work — with service rooted in soul.

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