Kappa Upsilon Sigma chapter was formed through collaboration between New Jersey alumni chapters. On September 25, 1995, members of the Epsilon Pi Sigma Chapter (Trenton area alumni chapter) invited members of Zeta Rho Sigma Chapter (Southern New Jersey alumni chapter) to a regular meeting at the Martin House Learning Center in Trenton, New Jersey. During this meeting, representatives from Zeta Rho Sigma suggested merging the two chapters to strengthen their local presence and enhance productivity.
After several discussions, both chapters agreed to consolidate on January 22, 1996, and applied for a new chapter charter with thirty-three members. The fraternity officially granted the new chapter on March 18, 1996, establishing Kappa Upsilon Sigma Chapter. Kappa Upsilon Sigma serves communities in Atlantic and Burlington counties and has participated in various programs aligned with the fraternity’s initiatives, such as Education, Social Action, and Bigger and Better Business. These include activities with organizations like the American Cancer Society, March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, American Red Cross-National Bone Marrow Drive, NAACP, National Urban League, National Pan Hellenic Council, and Phi Beta Sigma’s Sigma Beta Club.
With the creation of additional chapters in Camden, Trenton, and Gloucester areas, Kappa Upsilon Sigma Chapter continues its work in Burlington and Atlantic counties. The chapter remains engaged in community service and supports the fraternity’s motto, “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity,” emphasizing professional and educational outreach efforts in the region. To learn more about our organization visit Interest in Sigma
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority recognizes the vital support from Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, particularly founders A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown. Since its founding, Zeta Phi Beta and Phi Beta Sigma have collaborated on various community service initiatives and shared activities at all organizational levels, fostering a strong bond between their sisterhood and brotherhood. This unique partnership has led to a distinguished record of service in their communities. Locally, Zeta Delta Zeta and the Men of KUS work to further strengthen the Blue & White Family legacy. Notably, the chapter includes several accomplished Phi Beta Sigma Brothers with achievements across diverse professions and the military.