OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. ETA NU NU CHAPTER An organization of community uplift and impact
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, through its dedicated social action initiatives, exemplifies a profound commitment to uplifting communities and effecting positive change. Rooted in its principles of brotherhood, scholarship, and service, Omega Psi Phi's social action endeavors are characterized by their depth of impact and breadth of reach. From mentorship programs empowering youth to educational initiatives promoting academic excellence, the fraternity's efforts are multifaceted and far-reaching. Through collaborative partnerships and grassroots activism, Omega Psi Phi addresses pressing societal issues, including social justice, economic empowerment, and health disparities. By leveraging its collective resources and influence, the fraternity serves as a catalyst for meaningful transformation, fostering resilience, equity, and solidarity within communities. Omega Psi Phi's unwavering dedication to social action not only embodies its founding values but also exemplifies the enduring legacy of service and leadership that defines the organization. INTRODUCTION
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" SCHOLARSHIPS OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER Scholarships are instrumental in fostering educational opportunities and breaking down financial barriers that may impede individuals from pursuing higher education. By offering scholarships, Eta Nu Nu is investing in the intellectual and personal development of deserving students, recognizing that education is a powerful catalyst for positive change.
Scholarships Eta Nu Nu Chapter Access to education should not be hindered by financial constraints, and scholarships play a pivotal role in creating a level playing field, ensuring that talented and motivated individuals can pursue their academic goals. The Founders of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. recognized the importance of the intellect in all matters pertaining to the advancement of humankind. As such, they made scholarship the foremost of the Fraternity’s four Cardinal Principles: Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift. Scholarship is no side issue – it is an integral and deep-rooted component of this organization. Eta Nu Nu Chapter has established several scholarships to inspire students to attend college and achieve academic success. Scholarships are designed to identify and reward outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in academics, extra-curricular activities, and community involvement. $389,125 in scholarships committed and awarded to deserving students $25,000 awarded in performance arts scholarships and cultural programs support
Scholarship Eta Nu Nu Chapter 2023 High School Scholarship Winners 9
Scholarship Eta Nu Nu Chapter 2024 High School Scholarship Winners
Scholarship Eta Nu Nu Chapter Presented a $1,000 check to Urban Strings Columbus, in support of the scholarship Presented a $10,000 check to I Know I Can towards our $20,000 Founders Scholarship commitment Keanna Evans, the Chapter's Omega Psi Phi Founders Scholarship winner. Presented a $2,500 check to NPHC Columbus President, in support of our $25,000 commitment towards the NPHC Hope Scholarship Scholarship Presentations
Scholarship Eta Nu Nu Chapter Eta Nu Nu chapter donated $100,000 to the I Know I Can program. $1000 Urban Strings $2000 to Asa Simpson Cole Columbus for Kirem Braddix $1000 to Asa Simpson Cole
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" SOCIAL ACTION Eta Nu Nu is dedicated to addressing societal issues and making a positive impact in the greater Columbus community. Through various initiatives and programs, our Chapter engages in community service to contribute to the betterment of society. Social action is a central component of the Chapter's mission, reflecting its commitment to uplifting individuals and fostering positive change on a broader scale. OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER
Social Action Eta Nu Nu Chapter Dec ‘22 Carols on Cleveland is a family-friendly holiday event that took place at Linden's Point of Pride on December 17, 2023. Eta Nu Nu was a proud sponsor and participant.
Social Action Eta Nu Nu Chapter HNN guest speaker @ Mifflin Middle School Walnut Ridge High School Report Card Conference NBC4i Food Distribution Toys For Tots 2022 Campaign Read books as part of the NPHC program @ East Linden Elementary MLK Breakfast, and march Black History Month, East Linden Book Donation
Social Action Eta Nu Nu Chapter East High School track meet volunteers Zeta Phi Beta, Gamma Zeta Zeta Baby Shower donation Bro Butler Football Camp Linden Community Center Trunk or Treat, Read books as part of the NPHC program @ East Linden Elementary Donated books to Malaika Mentoring Program Welcoming students back to school Toys For Tots
Social Action Eta Nu Nu Chapter 4 Nov ‘22 Brother Greg Riggins guest speaker @ Mifflin Middle School Nov ‘22 Walnut Ridge High School Report Card Conference 11 Nov ‘22 Brother Brandon Riggins guest speaker @ Mifflin Middle School 19 Nov ‘22 NBC4i Food Distribution 3 Dec ‘22 Toys For Tots 2022 Campaign, Volunteers collecting & filing orders 9 Dec ‘22 Brother G. Gaskins guest speaker @ Mifflin Middle School 7 Dec ‘22 Black Girl Magic w/ AKAs 9 Dec ‘22 Columbus Urban League’s Coats for Kids 10 Dec ‘22 Miracle on Long Street 16 Dec ‘22 East Linden Elementary School UNIFORM GIVE-A-WAY 17 Dec ‘22 Christmas Carols on Cleveland Avenue 1pm 20 Dec ‘22 Brother Hibbler guest speaker @ Mifflin Middle School 13 Jan ‘ 23a Read books as part of the NPHC program @ East Linden Elementary 16 Jan’ MLK Day; MLK Breakfast 26 Jan ’23 Walnut Ridge School's Q2 Report Card Conference 27 Jan ’23 East Linden Elementary Mentoring Breakfast 27 Feb ’23 Black History Month, East Linden Elementary School Book Donation 28 Mar ’23 Linden Community AntiViolence Listening Session 31 Mar ’23 East Linden Elementary Mentoring Breakfast Apr ’23 Walnut Ridge School’s Q3 Report Card Conference 12:15-2:00pm Eta Nu Nu Social Action Events Nov 01 2022 - Oct 31 2023
Social Action Eta Nu Nu Chapter 5 May ’23 East High School track meet 6 May ’23 Zeta Phi Geta, Gamma Zeta Zeta Baby Shower 6 May ’23 Beast Mode Wresting Camp 3 Jun ’23 Health Community event 3 Jun ’23 Bro Butler Football Camp 17 May ’23 East Linden Elementary Field Day 20 May ’23 Linden Community AntiViolence Tailgate 24 Jun ’23 Victorious Life Christian Center Service Day 6 Aug ’23 Trinity Baptist Church Back to School Drive 23 Aug ’23 Walnut Ridge Clap-In Sep ’23 Ridgeview Middle School Support 26 Oct, ’23 Linden Community Center Trunk or Treat 27 Oct ’23 OSU Elementary School Field Trip Eta Nu Nu Social Action Events Nov 01 2022 - Oct 31 2023
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" TALENT HUNT OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER The arts play a crucial role in the development and well-rounded education of youth. Engagement with the arts fosters creativity and imagination, allowing young individuals to express themselves in unique ways. This creative expression helps develop problem-solving skills and encourages innovative thinking, qualities that are valuable in various aspects of life.
Talent Hunt Eta Nu Nu Chapter On March 12, 2023 we held our Benjamin "Pops" Wilson Talent Hunt and Scholarship Recognition Program at Capitol University. For 70 years, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. has sponsored an International Talent Hunt Showcase. The program was created to give high school students a chance to realize their dreams of becoming a star by displaying their talents in a variety of different capacities., and visual arts categories.
Talent Hunt Eta Nu Nu Chapter
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INITIATIVES OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER Health Initiatives is a Mandated program of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and one of our Chapter's pillars. Through these programs, we facilitate, participate and coordinate activities that promote good health practices within the Columbus, Ohio community. Many of our initiatives focuses on areas where we see health disparities within the AfricanAmerican community.
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter AIDS Awareness Month event with AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Susan Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter Charles Drew Blood Drive
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter Aug ‘23 African American Male Wellness Walk Oct 23’- Lifeline of Ohio Organ Donation Event
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter Breast Cancer Event
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter Prostate Cancer Event
International Health Initiatives Eta Nu Nu Chapter Nov ‘22 Hygiene drive for the homeless Nov ‘’22 – Mar ‘23 Good Health Wins Dec ’22 Aids Awareness Month event with AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Feb ’23 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Feb ‘23 Breast Cancer Awareness Event Mar ‘23 OSU Wexner Medical Center Health Community Day Mar ‘23 Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness May ‘23 Susan Komen Breast Cancer Awareness Walk Columbus, Ohio May ‘23 Mental Health Fair Jan-Jun ’23 St. Jude Game Day Giveback Fundraiser Jun ‘23 OSU Colorectal Cancer event Jun ‘23 Lifeline of Ohio “Rooted In Life” with NPHC Columbus Jun ‘23 National Testing Day with BLACC/AHF Jun ‘23 Charles Drew Blood Drive Eta Nu Nu Health Initiatives Events Nov 01 2022 - Oct 31 2023 Jul ‘23 Lifeline of Ohio Dash for Donations Aug ‘23 The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Menthol Study Aug ‘23 African American Male Wellness Walk Sep ’23 Prostate Cancer Awareness Event Sept ‘23 Engaged in two advocacy initiatives with local BLACC/AHF Team (Virtual Town Hall) Sep ‘23 The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Colorectal Cancer Research Oct ‘23 Heal Her Foundation Breast Cancer Event Sponsorship Oct ‘23 LifeCare Alliance Night of Hope and Support Oct 23’- Lifeline of Ohio’s Champion Of Hope organ donation event Oct 23’ AHF/BLACC PSA w/ safe sex message
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" STEM OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER We were very excited to launch our STEM Club program in 2023 partnering with Communities in Schools and Columbus City Schools. This coed after school program focuses on fostering students’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and math through group projects and competitions .
STEM Eta Nu Nu Chapter During the 2023 school year, our Omega STEM Club met at Johnson Park Middle School
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" FATHERHOOD AND MENTORING OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER Our Fatherhood and Mentoring programming bridges the gap of father absenteeism in the life of children and families. Eta Nu Nu also believes in mentoring our youth to become productive citizens and leaders.
Fatherhood and Mentoring Eta Nu Nu Chapter During the 22-23 school year, Eta Nu Nu visited East Linden Elementary for our “Breakfast with the Ques’ mentoring program. Brother Tre'Vonn Scott speaking engagement at Westerville South High School’s Black male mentoring program Eta Nu Nu participated in an NPHC mentoring event at the County Juvenile Facility.
Fatherhood and Mentoring Eta Nu Nu Chapter Fishing with Dads Event. Cooking with Dads Event. HNN facilitated several sessions during the Bethel A.M.E. “Boys to Men” event. Brothers facilitated a session with youth during a restorative friends mentoring session.
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" OTHER LOCALLY BASED COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER Eta Nu Nu is committed to enhancing the life chances of people of color as demonstrated by the many community service projects with which it is involved.
Other Locally Based Community Activities Eta Nu Nu Chapter Eta Nu Nu sponsored Field Day at East Linden Elementary The Chapter participated in the Columbus Public Schools’ Programs and Partnerships Expo Eta Nu Nu held our “Swing for STEM” golf event which benefited our STEM programs. Eta Nu Nu thanked the hard work of teachers at East Linden Elementary by purchasing them breakfast treats. Eta Nu Nu participated in the OSU Wexnar Center Community Day
"Friendship is Essential to the Soul" CHAPTER AWARDS AND OTHER RECOGNITIONS OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. | ETA NU NU CHAPTER Eta Nu Nu and its members were recognized for our hard work and dedication this year.
Chapter Awards and Other Recognitions Eta Nu Nu Chapter
Chapter Awards and Other Recognitions Eta Nu Nu Chapter On June 20, 2023, Eta Nu Nu was awarded the following awards by the Columbus NPHC: Outstanding Chapter Several Outstanding Social Action Awards Innovation Award Social Consciousness Award The Presidential Exemplary Leadership Award
Chapter Awards and Other Recognitions Eta Nu Nu Chapter Brother Andrew Kinsey was recognized during Clark Atlanta University’s “40 Under 40” Alumni program in 2023. Aug ‘23 Brother Clifford Jones was recognized in a special ceremony for his years of service in the Army. July ‘23 Brother Matthew Coleman was recognized with the Legacy Award during the 2023 Moses C. Norman Leadership Conference.
Chapter Awards and Other Recognitions Eta Nu Nu Chapter May ‘23 Brother Andrew Kinsey TV was voted as one of the BEST journalists in the annual Ohio Associated Press Media Editors contest May ‘23 Brother Keith B. Key received an honorary Doctorate from The Ohio State University. Feb ‘23 HNN was recognized by I Know I Can for our partnership May ‘23 Brother Ethan Birden was selected to coach the United States Junior Wrestling Team