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Never before has information about African American fraternities and sororities been published for the general public, until now. A meticulously researched history, The Divine Nine tells the story of how these organizations have played a major role in shaping generations of black leaders.
America's black fraternities and sororities are a unique and vital part of 20th cnetury African American history. Since the creation of the first fraternity in 1906 at Cornell University, they have provided young black achievers with opportunities to support each other, while serving their communities and the nation. From pioneering work in the suffragette movement to extraordinary strides during the Civil Rights era to life-changing inner-city mentoring programs in the 1990s, members of these organizations share a proud and vital history of brotherhood, sisterhood, and service.
Today, America's nine black fraternities and sororities are two-and-one-half million members strong and among the most powerful and influential groups in African American society—with chapters at major universities and colleges across the country, including Stanford University, Howard University, and the University of Chicago. Many of America's most prominent business leaders, scientists, politicians, entertainers, and athletes took their first steps toward making a difference in the world in a fraternity or sorority. This extensive yet very accessible book celebrates the spirit of excellence shared by these and other renowned African Americans in brief, inspiring profiles.
Fully illustrated with photographs, The Divine Nine chronicles an important yet previously neglected subject in African American history, making it the first book of its kind, and one to be treasured for generations to come.
| Acknowledgments | ix | |
| Introduction | xi | |
| 1 | The Fraternities | |
| Chapter I | Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. | 3 |
| Chapter II | Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. | 45 |
| Chapter III | Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. | 73 |
| Chapter IV | Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. | 101 |
| Chapter V | Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. | 132 |
| 2 | The Sororities | |
| Chapter VI | Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. | 163 |
| Chapter VII | Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. | 213 |
| Chapter VIII | Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. | 243 |
| Chapter IX | Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. | 275 |
| 3 | Conversations | |
| Chapter X | The Achievers Talk | 311 |
| 4 | General Information | |
| Chapter XI | The National Pan-Hellenic Council | 423 |
| Chapter XII | Membership Information | 431 |
| Three Traditional Poems of the Fraternal Movement | 448 | |
| Index | 451 |
Anonymous
Posted September 13, 2004
This was a very well written and informative book. This book has helped me make a decision that will become part of my life forever. Anyone looking to join a historically black fraternity or sorority should read this book! Take time to research whatever decision you plan to make.
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Posted October 17, 2009
Provides a nice look at all Divine 9 orgs. Refer to the national websites and members for further study.
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Posted December 27, 2006
Ever since I bought this book, I haven't been able to put it down.If you want more info on black greek life, this is the book you need!
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Posted May 29, 2006
This book really helps future pledges and people who dont have a good understanding of black greek life. I think this is a wonderful read for anyone who is considering pledging!
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Posted August 5, 2003
I read this book while I was pursuing my sorority and I can't tell you how much it helped me. I learned a lot of things in Divine Nine that not only sealed my dedication to my organization, but it has given all African-Americans whom are members of these organizations a sense of pride.
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Posted June 28, 2002
The The history of African American Fraternities and sororities 'The Divine Nine' is the book I been look for to read and I just got the book Wednesday 26,2002 @ 10:45pm and I stay up all night reading Chapter 1 'alpha', Chapter 6 'aka' ,them was the best two chapter I have read in of long time so now I am reading about the 'kappa,Dst' to night.. I will like to tell Mr. lawrence C. Ross thank you for puting this information about African American Fraternities and that have not been published for the general public.. and if anybody have any other book about frat And soror hit up my email and tell me that you.......
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Overview
Never before has information about African American fraternities and sororities been published for the general public, until now. A meticulously researched history, The Divine Nine tells the story of how these organizations have played a major role in shaping generations of black leaders.
America's black fraternities and sororities are a unique and vital part of 20th cnetury African American history. Since the creation of the first fraternity in 1906 at Cornell University, they ...