Groove was founded on october 12, 1962 on the campus of morgan state college now morgan state university, a historicallyblack. Our activities and everything we do is based around our people and our history. Nova website launch friday april 9th, 2010 welcome to the home of the nova grad chapter of groove phi groove s. Groove phi groove was founded on october 12, 1962 by a group of young black men who wanted an alternative to what could be described as the traditionalism of subjectively ascribed pseudofraternal organizations. Stone mountain graduate chapter of groove phi groove sfi. Groove phi groove bull chapter history teaser youtube. Since the grooves in the spine makes the books flexible, each. Furthermore, groove phi groove was founded during a period which would usher in the civil rights act, created by the influence of collegiate organizations encompassing the eastern coastline and the heartland of america. He also serves on the history committe of groove phi groove s. One poster said they were heavy in the northeast and went on to name famous members. All grade point averages and academic classifications must be confirmed by an official college transcript. Members of the swing phi swing social fellowships, inc. Groove phi groove social fellowship incorporated is one of the if not the largest nongreek social fellowships in the country. Chapter history new jersey graduate chapter of groove phi.
Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Groove phi groove reactivates at howard howard university. Welcome to the international website of groove phi groove, social fellowship incorporated. New jersey graduate chapter groove phi groove sfi p. If the requirements of the educational institution differ from those of groove phi groove, s. The college educated, talented, professional men of atlanta graduate chapter of groove phi groove social fellowship, incorporated are proud to provide community service to metro atlanta and to foster. Groove phi groove sfi founder fellowman woodrow williams. G is a social fellowship founded at morgan state college as an alternative to mainstream black fraternities. Groove phi groove returns to hu hampton university. I was browsing on the meac board and there were people discussing the organization g phi g groove phi groove, a nongreek organization yet they use greek letters. Groove phi groove polo shirt with crest, black item id. The men of groove phi groove social fellowship, inc. Not unlike black greek lettered organizations, swing phi swing began attracting droves of women to its positive cause across all levels of class, religious background and place of birth.
The mighty lion virtual alumni chapter of groove phi groove social fellowship inc. The new jersey graduate chapter of groove phi groove social fellowship was chartered in the city of newark, new jersey on august 3,1974 by a small group. Since the grooves in the spine makes the books flexible, each groovebook can be. Groove phi groove sfi is a social fellowship that is common at h. The men of groove phi groove will continually strive to set the right example by doing our best, pulling our own weight, and keeping our families, communities, and the fellowship first and foremost in our hearts and minds. Mighty lion virtual alumni chapter an independent alumni. The nittany lion chapter of the black social organization operated under a fraternal structure but was not considered a greek. You already take lots of photos on your phoneselect. The men of groove phi groove will continually strive to set the right example by doing our best, pulling our own weight, and keeping our families, communities, and the fellowship first and foremost in our hearts.
We are the eastern shore virtural grad chapter of groove phi groove. Virtual alumni chapters of groove phi groove social fellowship were implemented by the national office of the fellowship to reengage alumni members and to focus the members. Founders and brothers from around the world return to morgan state university where the vision began. Home history the brothers region chapters community service. Inspired by black leaders, the founders tried to connect groove phi groove with. Welcome to the facebook page of the stone mountain graduate chapter of groove phi groove, s. The coming out show for groove phi groove filled the student center atrium. Today, the organization boasts over 10,000 members across dozens of graduate and undergraduate chapters at colleges and universities nationwide. Willie mcmahand and grimsley pledged in the 70s at johnson c. Komen, als walk, prostate cancer awareness garypapa walk, living arts for high school student plays, rites of passage, summertime groove social fellowship, mentoring, college bus tour, college awareness and. The problem is this information was often only used in reports and not to help users every single day. National society of pershing rifles fraternity, inc. Byron, also an exceptional educator and tuskegee airman 99 th squadron, taught me pride, discipline, determination, and dedication. N c b a business administration aquarius football team track team intramural sports groove phi groove social fellowship christine perry route 2, box 216 laurinburg, n,c.
You already take lots of photos on your phoneselect your favorites and youve built a groovebook. Westchester graduate chapter of groove phi groove s. Groove phi groove social fellowship incorporated is one of the if not. Home history groove phi groove social fellowship, inc. Groove phi groove sfi founder fellowman glen brown black history, brown, chocolates. Fayetteville state university fayettevillian bronco. Conversely, groove phi groove was founded in the early 1960s, a time of great unrest and change in america. With all new features, profiles and sections, we hope that this site will serve as a. Komen, als walk, prostate cancer awareness garypapa walk, living arts for high school student plays, rites of.
Groove phi groove follows the stone legacy a book published in the 1970s, which refers to the greeks theft of knowledge of the egyptians. Physical education pisces cocoa phi cocoa social fellowship effie mae pone. Groove gear by univeristy apparel, inc custom paraphernalia. To the fellowmen of groove, i am here to serve you. Groove phi groove was founded on october 12, 1962 by a group of young black men who wanted an alternative to the traditionalism of pseudofraternal organizations. I south central meting january 14, 2017 houstion texas texas southern univ. The grooves colors are black and white, the slogan is grooves on the move. Penn state black history african american chronicles. Nov 18, 2014 the groove in the book created by the pen ended up making it flexible which is how brian came up with the idea. The new jersey graduate chapter of groove phi groove social fellowship was chartered in the city of newark, new jersey on august 3,1974 by a small group of fellowmen from.
Groove phi groove fellowship was established at penn state. Groove phi groove is a nongreek organization whose purpose is to promote academic awareness and good. History groove phi groove social fellowship incorporated. Stone mountain graduate chapter of groove phi groove sfi, stone mountain, ga. Uploaded by groove phi groove new haven graduate chapter on 20181005. Nongreek black fraternal organizations ever heard of these. See more ideas about sorority outfits, fraternity shirts and greek clothing.
Welcome to groove phi groove social fellowship inc website. Home history the brothers region chapters community service events contact us zoom account site powered by weebly. Groove phi groove philadelphia graduate chapters dynamic listing of books were selected to promote. Nov 08, 2012 groove phi groove informational video. The groove in the book created by the pen ended up making it flexible which is how brian came up with the idea. Aug 12, 2003 i was browsing on the meac board and there were people discussing the organization g phi g groove phi groove, a nongreek organization yet they use greek letters. Groove phi groove eastern shore virtual grad chapter we come this far by faith. Smith hall of fame, president fellowship of christian athletes. History new jersey graduate chaptergroovephigroove sfi. Groove phi groove was founded on october 12, 1962 at morgan state college now known as morgan state university by a group of young men who wanted an alternative to what could be described as the traditional pseudofraternal organizations. In the groove photography was established by jeffrey byron in the memory of his mother freda j. Say hello to a new groovebook in the mail each month. Groove phi groove social fellowship, incorporated, is a predominately africanamerican social fellowship similar to a greekletter fraternity, but different in its sociohistorical and subcultural foundations.
Byron, a dedicated educator that made an impact on the lives that she touched. Groove phi groove social fellowship, incorporated, is a. To our sisters of swing phi swing, i am here to support you. For more information about this website, please contact the webmaster. Furthermore, groove phi groove was founded during a period which would usher in the civil. Groove phi groove has assembled a diverse listing of african. The last time groove had a line at hampton university was in 2001. Groove gear by university apparel, inc groove symbols. By the way, grimsley is white and was named to the first team ciaa and mvp award for the golden bulls of j. Groove phi groove social fellowship incorporated we have. Until i read the history of groove as written by walter perkins, i must admit that i never understood the brilliance of our fellowship. With all new features, profiles and sections, we hope that this site will serve as a valuable source of information to you. Groove phi groove social fellowship 1962 blackpast. Groove is the first nongreek organization whose purpose deals in promoting organizational growth and academic awareness and effective leadership.
It is my honor and privilege to address you as the 12th international president. The purposes of groove phi groove are to promote academic awareness and achievement, to promote ethical standards, creative leadership, and unity among black men, and to discover effective ways to alleviate social problems in our communities. Bs history cancer history club women s council willie l. Nov 17, 2014 groovebook, a photoprinting app and subscription service that creates personalized photo books featuring up to 100 of your photos, shipped monthly, has been acquired by photo printing giant. The men of groove phi groove strive hard to produce many activities in the college and the surrounding areas. Groovebook, a photoprinting app and subscription service that creates personalized photo books featuring up to 100 of your photos, shipped monthly, has been acquired by photo printing. Groove already made it easy to capture all your important customer conversations and events. Virginia state university trojan yearbook petersburg, va. About groove phi groove philadelphia graduate chapter. Sep 05, 2015 our organization, of course, is groove phi groove. Bull chapter history a short historical video of pictures, music and testimonies documenting the past up to the present of the jcsu bull chapter of groove. Service westchester graduate chapter of groove phi groove s. Through these convictions, the fellowships contributions to society shall never end.
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