What is the purpose of the National Pan-Hellenic Council?
The council’s purpose is to promote unity and expose members to the “service for life” philosophy and foster leadership development and scholarship. Furthermore, NPHC provides a forum for participation and interaction among the members of affiliate organizations and the organizations themselves.
What is the difference between NPHC and Panhellenic?
National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) — NPHC is the governing body composed of the 9 national historically African-American fraternities and sororities. Panhellenic Council — The College Panhellenic Council is a cooperative campus organization of collegiate members of NPC sororities.
How many organizations are in the National Pan-Hellenic Council?
Member organizations
| Organization Name | Greek Symbol | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Omega Psi Phi | ΩΨΦ | Fraternity |
| Delta Sigma Theta | ΔΣΘ | Sorority |
| Phi Beta Sigma | ΦΒΣ | Fraternity |
| Zeta Phi Beta | ΖΦΒ | Sorority |
What does it mean to be Pan-Hellenic?
1 : of or relating to all Greece or all the Greeks. 2 : of or relating to the Greek-letter sororities or fraternities in American colleges and universities or to an association representing them.
What are the values of Panhellenic?
Our Values We are committed to relationships built on trust through transparency, accountability and mutual respect. Innovation and our core values of friendship, leadership, service, knowledge, integrity and community guide us in fulfilling our mission.
Can you be in a Panhellenic and non Panhellenic sorority?
The sorority wants to know you are committed. They want members who are committed to the sorority and to their sisters. This rule of not being allowed to join another Panhellenic sorority is the same for ALL 26 Panhellenic sororities. You CAN join a non-Panhellenic sorority.
What does IFC stand for in fraternities?
The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the local governing body for National Interfraternity Conference fraternity chapters at the University of Michigan. IFC works to promote the highest ideals of scholarship, leadership, service and fraternalism among its member organizations.
Who founded the Nphc?
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Delta Sigma ThetaOmega Psi PhiZeta Phi BetaKappa Alpha Psi
National Pan-Hellenic Council/Founders
Where is the Nphc headquarters located?
Decatur, GA
National Pan-Hellenic Council/Headquarters
What does Panhellenic community mean to you?
Panhellenic is the overarching term for the sorority community. At Florida Gulf Coast University, there are six organizations that fall under the umbrella of Panhellenic. Each organization has its own values and rituals, but they all come together to create one strong, united community of women.