OMEGA PSI PHI HISTORY 3915
SNAPFISH EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026
When Was Omega Psi Phi Founded? - ANSWERSNovember 17, 1911 at Howard
University (Thirkield Hall) formerly known as "Science Hall"
Who are the Founding Fathers of Omega Psi Phi - ANSWERSDr. Ernest Everett Just
DOB August 14, 1883 to Oct 28, 1941
Professor Frank Coleman July 11, 1890 to Feb 1967
Dr. Oscar James Cooper May 20, 1888 to Oct 11, 1972
Bishop Edgar Amos Love Sept 10, 1891 to May 1, 1974
Why was the Science Hall changed to Thirkield Hall - ANSWERSIn 1907, Howard's
President Wilbur P. Thirkield, who recognized the growing importance of science in
education, was able to convince the Federal Government to appropriate $90,000 for a
new science hall, and the building was dedicated in 1910.
Members Vs Men - ANSWERSMembers Versus Men
Bro. Walter H. Mazyck
"The value of our Fraternity is not in numbers, but in men, in real brotherhood.
Eight men thoroughly immersed in the true Omega spirit are far greater assets than
eighty with lukewarm enthusiasm."
TO THY DUTY THAT IS BEST, LEAVE UNTO THE LORD THE REST
What is the Omega Psi Phi motto" - ANSWERS"Friendship Is Essential to the Soul
What are the Cardinal Principals of Omega Psi Phi? - ANSWERSManhood
Scholarship
Perserverance
Uplift
When was Omega Psi Phi Incoporated? - ANSWERSOmega Psi Phi was incorporated
under the laws of the District of Columbia on October 28, 1914.
When was Alpha Chapter Formed? - ANSWERSAlpha chapter was organized with
fourteen charter members on December 15, 1911. Brothers Edgar A. Love, Oscar J.
Cooper and Frank Coleman were elected the chapter first Basileus, Keeper of Records,
and Keeper of Seals, respectively.
,Who was the First Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi? - ANSWERSBishop Edgar Amos
Love - November 23, 1911
Dr. Oscar James Cooper as Grand Keeper of Records (Grand Keeper of Records and
Seals or Grand KRS)
Professor Frank Coleman as Grand Keeper of Seals (Grand Keeper of Finance or
Grand KF).
Recite "Invictus" - ANSWERSInvictus
By William Ernest Henley
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
First Honorary Member of Omega Psi Phi - ANSWERSDr. Ernest Everett Just Born
8/14/1883 Omega Chapter October 27, 1941
Who is the Basileous of Alpha Omega - ANSWERSBrother Frank S. Boris, II
Who is the First Lady an the only woman member of Omega Psi Phi? -
ANSWERSLottie B. Wilson (Mr's Charlotte T. Wilson)
Lottie Wilson - Mrs. Charlotte T. Wilson (Only Woman Omega Member) taken from the
1961 Oracle
Lincoln University, Pa.
, Beta Chapter aka First Stepping Stone of Omega's Expansion
In a big hotel structure on Lincoln University, Maple Avenue, lives a Woman whose life
is vital not only to Omega Psi Phi, but especially to the history of Beta chapter, the
second of Omega's birth. Meeting this great lady is an experience within itself. You see
a rather small, gray haired lady, with sparkling eyes and a radiant countenance.
Logic tells you that this lady is far up in years, because she's been a part of Lincoln
since 1901. Yet she is so young in spirit, in thought, and in action. She has lost none of
her zest for living and when shaking her hand, you are astonished at the firmness with
which she meets your grip. This woman's life symbolizes all lives that have been given
to the service of mankind. Hers has been a life of service to the men of Omega Psi Phi,
Beta chapter. After Alpha chapter was founded at Howard University in 1911, the
founders decided that the second chapter of the fraternity should be located at Lincoln
University, Pa.
When Founder Love visited Lincoln University in 1914, he was told by the faculty that
they would not give recognition to a chapter of Omega Psi Phi on this campus. Founder
Love and those interested Lincoln men left the faculty meeting full of sadness. Thus
begins Lottie Wilson's part in Omega Psi Phi, Beta chapter. As the dejected men were
on their way to see Founder Love board the train back to Howard, they passed a lady
sitting on her front porch. Noticing their very somber faces, she asked them about their
problem.
The young men relating their story to her, touched Lottie Wilson's heart and Beta
chapter was founded in her home that very day. L
Name of Famous Omegas in The Arts - ANSWERS* Langston Hughes - The Black poet
laureate, excelled as a poet, playwright, novelist, lyricist, and humorist.
* Sterling Brown- Teacher, poet, writer, Professor Emeritus of Literature at Howard
University, has a special foundation for folk culture and jazz music.
* Roland Hayes- Internationally known tenor of the 1920's; sang in five different
languages.
* Max Roach - Internationally known drummer.
* William H. "Bill" Cosby - Comedian, author, and actor.
* William (Count) Basie- Internationally known pianist, composer, arranger, and band
leader.
* Joe Torry - Comedian, author, actor, and producer.
* Steve Harvey - Comedian and actor.
SNAPFISH EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 2026
When Was Omega Psi Phi Founded? - ANSWERSNovember 17, 1911 at Howard
University (Thirkield Hall) formerly known as "Science Hall"
Who are the Founding Fathers of Omega Psi Phi - ANSWERSDr. Ernest Everett Just
DOB August 14, 1883 to Oct 28, 1941
Professor Frank Coleman July 11, 1890 to Feb 1967
Dr. Oscar James Cooper May 20, 1888 to Oct 11, 1972
Bishop Edgar Amos Love Sept 10, 1891 to May 1, 1974
Why was the Science Hall changed to Thirkield Hall - ANSWERSIn 1907, Howard's
President Wilbur P. Thirkield, who recognized the growing importance of science in
education, was able to convince the Federal Government to appropriate $90,000 for a
new science hall, and the building was dedicated in 1910.
Members Vs Men - ANSWERSMembers Versus Men
Bro. Walter H. Mazyck
"The value of our Fraternity is not in numbers, but in men, in real brotherhood.
Eight men thoroughly immersed in the true Omega spirit are far greater assets than
eighty with lukewarm enthusiasm."
TO THY DUTY THAT IS BEST, LEAVE UNTO THE LORD THE REST
What is the Omega Psi Phi motto" - ANSWERS"Friendship Is Essential to the Soul
What are the Cardinal Principals of Omega Psi Phi? - ANSWERSManhood
Scholarship
Perserverance
Uplift
When was Omega Psi Phi Incoporated? - ANSWERSOmega Psi Phi was incorporated
under the laws of the District of Columbia on October 28, 1914.
When was Alpha Chapter Formed? - ANSWERSAlpha chapter was organized with
fourteen charter members on December 15, 1911. Brothers Edgar A. Love, Oscar J.
Cooper and Frank Coleman were elected the chapter first Basileus, Keeper of Records,
and Keeper of Seals, respectively.
,Who was the First Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi? - ANSWERSBishop Edgar Amos
Love - November 23, 1911
Dr. Oscar James Cooper as Grand Keeper of Records (Grand Keeper of Records and
Seals or Grand KRS)
Professor Frank Coleman as Grand Keeper of Seals (Grand Keeper of Finance or
Grand KF).
Recite "Invictus" - ANSWERSInvictus
By William Ernest Henley
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds, and shall find, me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.
First Honorary Member of Omega Psi Phi - ANSWERSDr. Ernest Everett Just Born
8/14/1883 Omega Chapter October 27, 1941
Who is the Basileous of Alpha Omega - ANSWERSBrother Frank S. Boris, II
Who is the First Lady an the only woman member of Omega Psi Phi? -
ANSWERSLottie B. Wilson (Mr's Charlotte T. Wilson)
Lottie Wilson - Mrs. Charlotte T. Wilson (Only Woman Omega Member) taken from the
1961 Oracle
Lincoln University, Pa.
, Beta Chapter aka First Stepping Stone of Omega's Expansion
In a big hotel structure on Lincoln University, Maple Avenue, lives a Woman whose life
is vital not only to Omega Psi Phi, but especially to the history of Beta chapter, the
second of Omega's birth. Meeting this great lady is an experience within itself. You see
a rather small, gray haired lady, with sparkling eyes and a radiant countenance.
Logic tells you that this lady is far up in years, because she's been a part of Lincoln
since 1901. Yet she is so young in spirit, in thought, and in action. She has lost none of
her zest for living and when shaking her hand, you are astonished at the firmness with
which she meets your grip. This woman's life symbolizes all lives that have been given
to the service of mankind. Hers has been a life of service to the men of Omega Psi Phi,
Beta chapter. After Alpha chapter was founded at Howard University in 1911, the
founders decided that the second chapter of the fraternity should be located at Lincoln
University, Pa.
When Founder Love visited Lincoln University in 1914, he was told by the faculty that
they would not give recognition to a chapter of Omega Psi Phi on this campus. Founder
Love and those interested Lincoln men left the faculty meeting full of sadness. Thus
begins Lottie Wilson's part in Omega Psi Phi, Beta chapter. As the dejected men were
on their way to see Founder Love board the train back to Howard, they passed a lady
sitting on her front porch. Noticing their very somber faces, she asked them about their
problem.
The young men relating their story to her, touched Lottie Wilson's heart and Beta
chapter was founded in her home that very day. L
Name of Famous Omegas in The Arts - ANSWERS* Langston Hughes - The Black poet
laureate, excelled as a poet, playwright, novelist, lyricist, and humorist.
* Sterling Brown- Teacher, poet, writer, Professor Emeritus of Literature at Howard
University, has a special foundation for folk culture and jazz music.
* Roland Hayes- Internationally known tenor of the 1920's; sang in five different
languages.
* Max Roach - Internationally known drummer.
* William H. "Bill" Cosby - Comedian, author, and actor.
* William (Count) Basie- Internationally known pianist, composer, arranger, and band
leader.
* Joe Torry - Comedian, author, actor, and producer.
* Steve Harvey - Comedian and actor.
