National Councils: NPHC – National Pan-hellenic Council

So far, we’ve talked about the National Interfraternity Council (NIC) and National Panhellenic Conference – NPC.  Today, we are going to discuss the NationalPan-Hellenic Council.   Which serves as the national governing body for traditionally African-American Greeks.

The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated (NPHC) is currently composed of nine International Greek letter Sororities and Fraternities: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The current  members groups of the NPHC are also known as the divine nine.

The NPHC’s mission is to “promote interaction through forums, meetings and other mediums for the exchange of information and engages in cooperative programming and initiatives through various activities and functions.”  The purpose and mission of 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.” The organization was incorporated under the laws of the State of Illinois  early in 1937, and became known as “The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Incorporated.”

We hope you’ve enjoyed yet another look at one of the National Councils.  Stay tuned for more coming this week!