Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated was founded November 17, 1911 at Howard University. The initials of the Greek phrase meaning "friendship is essential to the soul," the name Omega Psi Phi was derived. The phrase was selected as the motto. Manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift were adopted as the cardinal principals. Omega continued to flourish, largely because Founders Love, Cooper,Coleman and Just were man of the very highest ideals and intellect. Some famous Omega Psi Phi men are:
Bill Cosby
Steve Harvey
Jesse Jackson
John Salley


Official Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold
Official Flower: African Violet
Official Symbol: Lamp, Dog
Motto: Friendship is Essential to the Soul