Magnificent Xi Zeta – Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

WHY ARE WE MAGNIFICENT

CHARTERED SEPT. 28, 1973 ON THE CAMPUS OF MEMPHIS STATE UNIVERSITY

MANHOOD
Individual excellence shines through, with Bro. Thadius Patterson-Gordon (1’06) named National Omega Man of the Year (2008) and Bro. Melvin Ewell (1’08) earning National Scholar of the Year (2010). Their achievements reflect the chapter’s deep commitment to leadership and academic success.
SCHOLARSHIP
Within the 5th District, the chapter has been a dominant force, securing Overall Chapter of the Year (2020-2022) and Social Action Chapter of the Year seven times (2015-2022). Academic excellence is also a priority, with multiple awards for Highest Chapter GPA (2021, 2022) and the induction of Bro. Theo Chism III (6’21) into the High Scholastic Honor Society.
PERSEVERANCE
A force in performance and tradition, the chapter won Two National Marchdown Championships (1996, 1998) and secured 3rd Place Nationally (2018). Their presence extends beyond the fraternity, with features in Rolling Stone Magazine (1988), MTV (1998), and BET Comic View (2004).
UPLIFT
Recognized for excellence, the chapter earned National Chapter of the Year (1999) and has been named National Social Action Chapter of the Year four times (1998, 2008, 2012, 2022). Their dedication to scholarship and service continues to set the standard nationwide.

FRIENDSHIP IS ESSENTIAL TO THE SOUL

YOU WILL FIND NONE GREATER

Born from resilience and determination, the Magnificent Xi Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. emerged through the dedication of undergraduate Brothers at Memphis State University, cementing a legacy of friendship in the face of adversity.

OUR HISTORY

1911

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is the first international fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically black college. Founded at Howard University on Nov. 17, 1911.

750+

Serving our communities via 750 chapters in over 17 countries, Omega's footprint and unique credibility in the community enables our organization to impact the masses.

8 > 80

The value of our Fraternity is not in numbers, but in men, in real brotherhood. Eight men thoroughly immersed in the true Omega spirit are far greater assets than eighty with lukewarm enthusiasm.