Phi Sigma Nu (ΦΣΝ) is the oldest and largest Native American fraternity in the United States. It was founded in 1996 in North Carolina.
| Phi Sigma Nu | |
|---|---|
| ΦΣΝ | |
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| Founded | February 13, 1996 University of North Carolina at Pembroke |
| Type | Social |
| Affiliation | Independent |
| Status | Active |
| Emphasis | Native Americans |
| Scope | National |
| Motto | Men of Valor. Men of Pride |
| Pillars | Leadership, Individuality, Community, Honesty, Wisdom, Pride, and Unity |
| Colors | Red, Yellow, Black, and White |
| Symbol | Snapping Turtle |
| Publication | Warrior's Words |
| Chapters | 11 |
| Colonies | 1 |
| Headquarters | PO Box 2040 Pembroke, North Carolina 28372 United States |
| Website | www |
History
editPhi Sigma Nu is a Native American fraternity founded on February 13, 1996 at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.[1][2] It is the first national Native American Indian fraternity to be formed in the United States.[1][2] The fraternity uses no alcohol in its ceremonies or initiation, as these ceremonies are viewed as a purifying processes.[1]
The Mission Statement of Phi Sigma Nu is:
We, the Brothers of Phi Sigma Nu, empower Native Men to collectively engage in academic, social, cultural and physical realms to promote and inspire growth in tribal families, tribal communities, the United States of America and the world at large.
The fraternity is governed by a National Chief Council, an elected body of national officers presided over by a Chief President. The current Chief President is Dr. Lawrence T. Locklear.[3][4]
The fraternity is recognized by the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors.[5]
As of August 29, 2020, the Fraternity reports it has more than 400 brothers representing more than 55 tribes.[6]
Symbols
editThe motto of Phi Sigma Nu is "Men of Valor. Men of Pride." Its colors are red, yellow, black, and white. Its symbol is the snapping turtle. Its publication is Warriors Words.
The fraternity's seven founding principles or pillars are Leadership, Individuality, Community, Honesty, Wisdom, Pride, and Unity[4]
Chapters
editPhi Sigma Nu has twelve collegiate chapters and three professional chapters.
Collegiate chapters
editActive chapters in indicated in bold. Inactive chapters are in italics.[7]
Professional Chapters
editThe Fraternity provides for alumni and volunteer networking after graduation with Professional Chapters that are formed to provide local alumni support of campus chapters. Active chapters in indicated in bold. Inactive chapters are in italics.[7]
| Name | Chartered | Institution | Location | Status | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nu Alpha | December 15, 2007 | North Carolina | Active | |||
| Nu Beta | Kansas | Provisional | ||||
| Nu Gamma | Oklahoma | Provisional |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b c Torbenson, Craig LaRon; Parks, Gregory (2009). Brothers and Sisters: Diversity in College Fraternities and Sororities. Associated University Presses. pp. 133–156. ISBN 978-0838641941.
- ^ a b Barnett, George A. (2011). Encyclopedia of Social Networks, Volume 1. Sage. p. 298. ISBN 978-1412979115.
- ^ a b As noted on the PSN National Website, accessed 7 Nov 2020.
- ^ "Special Interest Fraternities & Sororities". Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors. Archived from the original on 23 October 2012. Retrieved 13 August 2012.
- ^ Press Release, 2020 annual meeting, accessed 7 Nov 2020.
- ^ a b ΦΣΝ Chapter list, from the national website, accessed 7 Nov 2020.