National Pan-Hellenic Council
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) at Grand Valley State University governs the historically Black fraternities and sororities known as the “Divine Nine.” These organizations were founded on the principles of scholarship, leadership, service, and the promotion of cultural unity and social justice. NPHC at GVSU continues this legacy by fostering academic excellence, civic engagement, and lifelong brotherhood and sisterhood. With deep roots in activism and community service, NPHC chapters provide members with a meaningful collegiate experience centered on cultural pride, campus involvement, and leadership development. Whether you're looking to build a legacy, give back to your community, or connect with others through shared values, NPHC is a powerful place to start.
For questions about GVSU's NPHC, please contact Associate Director of Student Life, Jeremy Paul, at [email protected] for more information.
Active NPHC Organizations
Alpha Phi Alpha - Iota Epsilon Chapter
Since 1974, the Iota Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has worked to uplift the Grand Valley community through social, civic, and educational action. Iota Epsilon has served as one of the most powerful forces in GVSU Greek life. The chapter's participation in our nationally mandated programs such as "Go to High School, Go to College", "A Voteless People is A Hopeless People", and "Project Alpha" has helped with the development of the Grand Rapids community.
National Founders Day: December 4th, 1906
Chartered at Grand Valley: December 4th, 1974
Alpha Kappa Alpha - Nu Theta Chapter
The Nu Theta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. was chartered on April 19th, 1980, at a regional conference in Akron, Ohio. The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of service to all mankind.
National Founders Day: January 15, 1908
Chartered at Grand Valley: April 19, 1980
Kappa Alpha Psi - Pi Zeta Chapter
Chartered at GVSU in 2006, the Pi Zeta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. is dedicated to fostering achievement in every field of human endeavor. As part of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), the chapter emphasizes academic excellence, leadership development, and community service, while upholding the fraternity's rich legacy of brotherhood and cultural pride.
National Founders Day: January 5, 1911
Chartered at Grand Valley: June 8, 2006
Delta Sigma Theta - Lambda Pi Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. is a private, not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. Since its founding, more than 200,000 women have joined the organization. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a sisterhood of predominantly Black, college-educated women.
National Founders Day: January 13th, 1913
Chartered at Grand Valley: June 18th, 1974
Phi Beta Sigma - Nu Gamma Chapter
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. For over three decades the Nu Gamma Chapter at Grand Valley has been striving to uphold the principals of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service and will continue to do so on into the future. Currently, there are two active brothers on campus, and every day they strive to take Sigma to the next level. I send thanks to my brothers for continuing a tradition of excellence. GOMAB!
National Founders Day: January 9th, 1914
Chartered at Grand Valley: April 24th, 1981
Zeta Phi Beta - Chi Xi Chapter
The Chi Xi Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at GVSU is dedicated to fostering sisterhood, scholarship, service, and finer womanhood. As part of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), the chapter emphasizes academic excellence, community involvement, and the empowerment of women, continuing the sorority's legacy of positive impact and cultural pride.
National Founders Day: January 16, 1920
Chartered at Grand Valley: January 11, 1992
Sigma Gamma Rho - Xi Nu Chapter
Sigma Gamma Rho was founded nationally at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, on November 12, 1922. Our Sultry Xi Nu chapter was chartered at Grand Valley State University on February 4, 1996. Since then, our chapter has upheld its principles and values of sisterhood and scholarship service while working with its national philanthropies of Operation BigBookBag, Women's Wellness Initiative, Swim 1922, Project Cradle Care, and the Annual Youth Symposium. Our chapter's mission is to enhance the quality of life for women and their families, both in the U.S. and globally, through community service. Our goal is to achieve greater progress in the areas of education, healthcare, and leadership development.
National Founder's Day: November 12th, 1922
Chartered at Grand Valley: February 4th, 1996