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Greek Life

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Local Chapter Name: Alpha Beta Eta

Founded: January 9, 1914 at Howard University

Colors: Royal Blue and Pure White

Mascot/ Symbol: Dove

Motto: “Culture for service, service for humanity.”

Programs: AIDS/HIV Awareness, American Cancer Society Partnership, I.R. S. Partnership, Sigma Wellness, March of Dimes Partnership, National Debate Contest, National Oratorical Contest, Project SEED, Project Vote, Sigma Academy, Sigma Beta Club, and Sigmas Presence on Capital Hill

National Website: www.pbs1914.org

Famous Alumni: Nnamdi Azikiwe (Past President of Nigeria), Preston Edwards ( Founder of Black Collegiate Magazine), The Original Temptations (Otis Williams, Melvin Franklin, Paul Williams, Eddie Kendricks, and David Ruffin), Charles Austin (Olympian Gold Medalist High Jumper and US Record Holder)

Updated 3.2.2010