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Kappa Alpha Psi, the world's third-oldest and largest black fraternity, is founded at Indiana University.
On January 5, 1911, ten African American students at Indiana University founded Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity.
It fostered scholarship, service, and brotherhood during segregation.
Originally called Kappa Alpha Nu, the fraternity was established to promote academic excellence and mutual support among black students.
In 1912, the organization changed its name to Kappa Alpha Psi to distinguish itself from a white fraternity with a similar name.
It quickly expanded, chartering chapters across the United States and offering a network of mentorship and leadership development.
During an era of Jim Crow laws, Kappa Alpha Psi provided African American men with opportunities and a sense of community.
Its members have included prominent figures in politics, business, education, and the arts, cementing its enduring legacy.
1911
Kappa Alpha Psi
black fraternity
Indiana University