The Rich Legacy of NPHC Dallas
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) of Dallas has a rich legacy within the Dallas community. Historically, NPHC Dallas has maintained an impactful presence and continues to serve the Dallas community through the unified efforts of its Divine 9 affiliate chapters.
Leadership on the National Level:
Scholarships:
Community Involvement:
Notable Events:
NPHC National Convention:
October 23-26, 2003 – The NPHC National Convention was held in Dallas, Texas at the Adams Mark hotel hosted by NPHC Dallas. Under the leadership of Past President, Greek Paula Alexander, NPHC Dallas went above and beyond hosting the event. The NPHC Dallas was well represented at the convention; Greek Cassandra Black (ZPB) was the sitting NPHC President, Greek Zachery Shirley (PBS) was the sitting 2nd Vice President (an undergrad), Greek Candace Wicks (DST) was the sitting SWNPHC Regional Director, Greek Paula Alexander (SGR) was the sitting NPHC Dallas President and Greek Audrey Moorehead (AKA) was the sitting planning chairperson.
Signature Events:
All Greek Picnic:
September 3, 1983 – The first All Greek Picnic was held in Dallas at Regular Fellows. This event was billed as Super Greekfest. Still going strong over 30 years, Mega Greek Fest (now known as The Weekend) has grown to one of the largest events in Dallas.
Mavs Greek Night:
Proceeds from all NPHC Dallas fundraisers (such as Mavs Greek Night) fund the James T. Bailey and Cassandra L. Black scholarships.
Leadership on the National Level:
- 1972-1974 James T. Bailey – NPHC President - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- 1993-1995 Carter D. Womack – NPHC President - Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
- 1999-2003 Cassandra Black – NPHC President - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- 2007-2017 Jennifer M. Jones – NPHC President - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- James T. Bailey – NPHC Executive Director - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- Cassandra Black – NPHC 1st Vice President - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- Aubrey ‘Nick’ Pittman – NPHC 1st Vice President -Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
Scholarships:
- James T. Bailey Scholarship - Awarded to an Undergraduate Male member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
- Cassandra L. Black Scholarship - Awarded to an Undergraduate female member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
Community Involvement:
- South Dallas MLK Parade
- Voters Registration & Mobilization
- Clothing Drives for the Homeless & Feeding the Homeless
- March for Babies
- Prematurity Awareness Month
- Fight to end childhood obesity
- AIDS walk
- Youth Alliance (EYL, Encounters, Cachet, Rhoers Club, Taspers, Girls to Pearls, Alpha Merit, Kappa League, Sigma Beta, Omega Sparks)
- St. Jude Initiatives
- March of Dimes
- American Cancer Society
- Relay for Life
- Camp Jubilee
Notable Events:
NPHC National Convention:
October 23-26, 2003 – The NPHC National Convention was held in Dallas, Texas at the Adams Mark hotel hosted by NPHC Dallas. Under the leadership of Past President, Greek Paula Alexander, NPHC Dallas went above and beyond hosting the event. The NPHC Dallas was well represented at the convention; Greek Cassandra Black (ZPB) was the sitting NPHC President, Greek Zachery Shirley (PBS) was the sitting 2nd Vice President (an undergrad), Greek Candace Wicks (DST) was the sitting SWNPHC Regional Director, Greek Paula Alexander (SGR) was the sitting NPHC Dallas President and Greek Audrey Moorehead (AKA) was the sitting planning chairperson.
Signature Events:
All Greek Picnic:
September 3, 1983 – The first All Greek Picnic was held in Dallas at Regular Fellows. This event was billed as Super Greekfest. Still going strong over 30 years, Mega Greek Fest (now known as The Weekend) has grown to one of the largest events in Dallas.
Mavs Greek Night:
Proceeds from all NPHC Dallas fundraisers (such as Mavs Greek Night) fund the James T. Bailey and Cassandra L. Black scholarships.
