THE MAGNIFICENT XI ZETA TODAY
ON THE
YARD
Today, the Brothers of Xi Zeta continue to embody the Magnificent legacy of their predecessors, upholding the principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift as they lead on campus and in the community. Standing on the shoulders of those who paved the way, they honor Omega’s tradition by excelling academically, mentoring future leaders, and uplifting others as they "Lift as We Climb." Through resolute brotherhood and a commitment to social action, they carry forward the spirit of the Eight Wonders, ensuring that the impact of Xi Zeta remains as powerful today as it was at its chartering.
Executive Committee Officers
- Basileus - Shemon Moore (3-23-ΞZ)
- Vice Basileus - Karl Sanders, Jr. (1-Fall '24-ΞZ)
- Keeper of Records & Seal - Jaiden Suggs (2-Fall '24-ΞZ)
- Keeper of Finance - Temarius Clark (4-Fall '21-ΞZ)
- Chaplain - Donovan McGee (6-Fall '24-ΞZ)
CHAPTER
AWARDS
- Overall Chapter of the Year (2020,2021,2022)
- Highest Chapter GPA (2021, 2022)
- Social Action Chapter of the Year (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022)
- Omega Man of the Year (2020) Bro. Johnathan Russell 3'18
- Omega Man of the Year(2022) Bro. Kyle Anthony 1'19
- Omega Man of the Year(2023) Bro. Theo Chism III 6'21
- District Scholar of the Year - 2022 (Bro Theo Chism, III 3.65 cum GPA)
- Induction into the High Scholastic Honor Society 3.5 and above GPA (Theo Chism, III)
- National Memorial Scholarship Winner - 2023 (Bro. Theo Chism, III)
- District Marchdown Champions (2016, 2018, 2024)

- University of Memphis: 4 Pillars of Excellence Achievement (2024) - Four Pillars being the highest achievement possible
- University of Memphis: Pillars of Excellence Award- Civil Engagement (2019)
- National Chapter of the Year (1999)
- 4 Time National Social Action Chapter of the Year (1998,2008,2012,2022)
- Two Time National Marchdown Champions (1996,1998)
- 3rd Place National Marchdown (2004, 2018)
- National Omega Man of the Year (2008) -Bro Thadius Patterson-Gordon 1'06
- National Scholar of the Year (2010) -Bro Melvin Ewell 1'08
- National Appearances in: Rolling Stone Magazine (March 24, 1988) MTV (1998) BET Comic View (2004)