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Omega Psi Rho Omega Psi Rho is a Greek organization located on the college campus of Tiffin University. Its colors are Carolina Blue, White, Black, and Gold. History In The Fraternity Omega Psi Rho (Often called the Rhos) is a Greek organization affiliated with Tiffin University. Omega Psi Rho was founded in 2005 by seven founding fathers. In 2004, a visionary in the person of Henry "Hen" Russell formed an Organization with a few friends from his hometown of Akron, Ohio. Stanley "Stan" and Steven "Steve" Davis, along with four International students: David "Spyvy" Powell, Byron "Buddy Lee" Smith, Andrew "Dru" Burnett, and Yaw "Y-Buggy" Mamphey, joined forces with Hen to form the Rhos.

Hen's recruitment efforts were merited as he attracted David Powell and Andrew Burnett in his first year. These three young men together came up with the name "The Rhos", a reference to the brotherhood and camaraderie they shared. Brotherhood was a primary theme when coming up with the idea of the organization.

Stan and Steven Davis along with Byron Smith and Yaw Mamphey were also an invaluable source of ideas and design concepts in the initial Foundation of The Rhos. Lashan Carter, one of the Founding Mothers of the Gamma Chi Alpha sorority, (the sisters of the Rhos); encouraged the seven young men to begin formal paper work for the Rhos rather than procrastinate doing so, something which had become rather contagious amongst the founding fathers at the time. Carter also served as an advisor to Hen concerning construction and foundation techniques. Gamma Chi Alpha played a significant role in the creation of the Rhos. The Gammas had already successfully formed their own organization three years prior. To this day Gamma Chi Alpha contributes to the success of the Rho’s organization. One of the factors that assisted The Rhos was growing acceptance of organization by college students of various social and economic backgrounds. What many today fail to realize is that this camaraderie was growing into a significant culture renaissance, which was being carried out largely by young college men

All of these young men were prominent athletes in 2004. There is no question that their disciplined, training, competitive spirit, and will to succeed automatically positively influenced their approach to Organization's Life. The Rhos' motto, "Venimus, Vidimus, Vicimus" (We Came, We Saw, We Conquered) captures the spirit that characterized the young men of The Rhos and of the Organization itself. This spirit fueled the animated groups approach to Organization Life. Certainly, it is the passion that underlies the well-deserved struggles and many victories that now form the history: The Rhos!

The kind of bonding that has been a crucial part of the life of The Rhos' is not easily attained or maintained by the college men of today. At the heart of The Rhos is a desire to see growth of this same spirit of camaraderie and discipline throughout our nation.

The Creed The Rhos stand for leadership, with a desire to see growth among its members, in union with the school and its ideals of student life. The watchword of this organization is camaraderie. To the members of the Rho organization, life is not solely about free spirit, but merely of discipline, maturity, leadership, and camaraderie throughout and amongst your school, peers, and community. Awards In 2009 Omega Psi Rho received an award for the most improved Greek organization. Also, The Rhos were also the first winners of the annual Spring Fest step off. Events Throughout the school year, the Rhos hosts many events for the students. Those events include but are not limited to: The 3 on 3 Basketball tournament, slam dunk contest, 3 point shootout, chicken wing eating contest, Movie nights, pool and Ping-Pong tournaments, bake sale, ring toss, and Rho dinners. Every year hundreds of students and faculty participate in these events. Usually the 3 on 3 tournaments are the most popular of the events. Community Service

Every active member must complete a certain amount of community service. The Rhos feels that is important that they give back to the community that is so good to them. The Rhos has a good relationship with the Salvation Army. Every year before Thanksgiving The Rhos serves food to the homeless and less fortunate.

Becoming A Member Although most current members are athletes, any male student at Tiffin University is able to join the fraternity, but must be eligible to do so. Prospective members must have at least a 2.0 GPA and must be at least a sophomore in college. The pledging process usually begins during the spring semester. There is also an interview process when current members decide rather the pledgee fits the standard to be apart of the organization. A few days after the interview, the pledgee must then receive an invitation from one of the current members to join the organization. The Rhos welcome all male students, regardless of social standing or ethnicity. Since 2005, the organization has added five international students to its brotherhood

Hazing Agreement.

Omega Psi Rho Fraternity Inc. strictly prohibits hazing in any form, whether physical or mental. Hazing is wrong and a crime in most jurisdictions. An aspirant should participate only in the sanctioned membership process to obtain membership into the fraternity. Aspirant must not agree to submit to hazing in order to obtain Fraternity membership

Aspirant should not submit themselves to any membership activities that are prohibited by the fraternity. No member of the fraternity is authorized to require an aspirant to engage in any prohibited activities. Furthermore, no member is authorized to suggest or impose any term, condition, or requirement of membership upon an aspirant in any member.

Future The Rhos has a lot of goals and a lot of for the upcoming years. One of the major goals Omega Psi Rho is to expand to other colleges in The Tiffin area. Eventually, The Rhos will hope to be recognized on a national level. Being on the national level will bring more needed support to the growing organization.