ABOUT IOTA PHI THETA
On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded the Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated ®, and established the following purpose: “The development and perpetuation of Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship, Fidelity, and Brotherhood among Men.”
As Iota Phi Theta continues to grow and strengthen, so will its commitment to make meaningful contributions to society in general, with particular emphasis in the African-American community. Throughout America, Iota Phi Theta ® has come to represent excellence in all areas. The Fraternity is, and shall forever remain dedicated to its founders’ vision of Building a Tradition, Not Resting Upon One.
300+ Chapters
75K Initiated Members
60 Years of Brotherhood
News/Events
Grand Polaris Corner: OneIota
A brief message from our International Grand Polaris, Dr. Sean D. Housen, Sr.
Iota Phi Theta Launches Raffle for Ora Lee Smith Cancer Research Foundation
As a part of our partnership with the Ora Lee Smith Cancer Research Center, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. has launched a raffle.
Iota Phi Theta Launches Wine Brand
Iota Phi Theta Speaks on Recent Supreme Court Ruling
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. urges all citizens to be alarmed by the Supreme Court's decision, which dangerously places the President above the law and threatens the very foundation of our democracy.
Iota Phi Theta Participates in Black Men Vote Panel
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. takes center stage in empowering Black men's voices at the One Voice Florida Panel, advocating for impactful civic engagement in Election 2024 and beyond.
Who's Who: Stewart Appointed To Board of Trustees at Northeastern University
We are thrilled to announce that Brother Shelly Stewart, a charter member of the Omicron Chapter, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees at Northeastern University.