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GA HR1677

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Sheila Nelson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the Psi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., chartered on August 14, 1925, with nine members, making it one of the oldest chapters in the state
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University by Edgar A. Love, Oscar J. Cooper, Frank Coleman, and faculty adviser Professor Just, around four cardinal principles: manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift
  • The chapter provides community service in the Central Savannah River Area through programs including the Fatherhood Initiative, Ques Care mentoring program, Toys for Tots Drive, Golden Harvest Food Drive, and an Annual Talent Hunt
  • The chapter annually awards $1,000 scholarships to between 10 and 20 college-bound students, with 18 students receiving the scholarship in the current year
  • The Clerk of the House is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to the Psi Omega Chapter

Legislative Description

Psi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/23/2018

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