The History of Epsilon Kappa Kappa Chapter
In 1994, a group of brothers from the Jackson and Canton, Mississippi areas came together to re-dedicate their lives to the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc and formed what was known at the time as Chapter 500. Charter members were brothers John Higgins, Hugh Greene, Jerome Gladney, Tim Rush, Archie Smith, Herb Lee, Charles Prater, Charles Wilson, Thoma
s Washington, Ben Barnes, Sylvester Thompson, Nick Branch and Amos Hamlin, Sr. Epsilon Kappa Kappa became the first African-American Greek letter organization located in the "City of Lights" (Canton, MS). Immediately after receiving a charter, Brothers’ propelled to leadership ranks of this State and District (7th). Archie Smith (1995 - 1996); followed by Bro. Tim Rush (1998 - 2000); Bro. Hugh Greene (2000 - 2002); and Bro. Fernandeis Frazier (2003 - 2005); Brother Archie Smith (2005 - 2007); Brother John Higgins (2007 -2008); Brother Alvin Jackson (2008 – 2010); Brother Otis Davis (2010 – 2011); and Brother Dominick Riley (2011-2013). Currently the chapter is under the leadership of Brother Don Spann. From our humble beginnings at People’s Funeral Home in Canton, MS, it continues to be our quest to strive toward uplifting our community and people. This is evident in our participation in the MLK parade, voter’s registration drive, health fairs, Talent Hunt, Annual Scholarship Boat Party, Achievement Week, Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinners, and our Winter Benefit Gala. Through the various nationally mandated programs, the chapter has awarded over $20,000 dollars in scholarships and financial assistance to students of HBCU’s and repaired homes for senior citizens. From car washes, raffles, and Omega round-ups, the mission of EKK Chapter will continue to be to promote and uphold the Cardinal Principles and Constitution of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated through training and leadership development. Brothers from all over the country have called EKK home at some time or another. Today the active roster lists 89 Brothers, individuals that continue to live out Omega’s Creed. If you are a brother and are looking for a chapter to call home, we invite you to join us in SERVICE. To be reclaimed, simply email us at [email protected] for information about meeting times and dates.
