ΣΦΡ · STRONG CHARACTER · GOOD MORAL JUDGMENT National Headquarters · New York, NY
Founded April 26, 1979 · Wagner College

A brotherhood of scope,
power, and courage.

For over four decades, men of Sigma Phi Rho have marched forever forward — committed to scholarship, leadership, and lifting up those around them.

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The Five Pillars

What we stand on.

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Scholarship
Academic excellence as foundation
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Leadership
Shaping direction and impact
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Brotherhood
Bonds that last a lifetime
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Service
Time and talent for community
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Empowerment
Agents of change in society
Est. 1979

Thirteen men.
One legacy.

Chartered at Wagner College on April 26, 1979 — built on the broadening awareness of racial pride, activism, and moral leadership that emerged in the early '70s.

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We were young men of scope, power, and courage — willing to bear the hopes of others on our shoulders.
— Grandfather James E. Chambers
Founding member, 1979
The Brotherhood Today

Marching forever forward.

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Years strong
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Min. GPA standard
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Our Heritage

From Wagner College to a national movement.

What began with thirteen young men in B Towers at Wagner College has grown into a national brotherhood — bound together by ritual, by service, and by an unwavering commitment to character.

We are an African American collegiate fraternity, established as a non-hazing organization. Our members include scholars, professionals, civic leaders, and educators across the country.

  • Alpha Chapter chartered1979
  • Beta Chapter at SUNY Brockport1980
  • National Governing Council formed1981
  • Gamma Chapter at UNC Charlotte1981
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Open to sophomores at accredited four-year institutions. Strict non-hazing. Built on character, scholarship, and service.

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