Phi Beta Sigma History

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Chapter History

Phi Beta Sigma—KUS 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 the 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 the Phi Beta Sigma—KUS Chapter. Phi Beta Sigma—KUS 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 the 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.

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