Presented by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. Gamma Phi Sigma Chapter
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated (ΦΒΣ) is a historically African American Greek letter fraternity founded on January 9, 1914, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. The fraternity’s founders, A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown, aimed to establish a Greek letter fraternity that embodied the ideals of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service while adopting an inclusive approach to community service, rather than an exclusive purpose.
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The Gamma Phi Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded on March 18, 1957, in San Francisco by brothers Richard H. Hogg, L.T. Allen, Cicil Finley, Reverend Frederick D. Haines, Homer A. Lee, George A. McQuilliter, Reverend Joseph S. Pough, and Alfred C. Simmons. Their goal was to support the community through the fraternity's core values of brotherhood, scholarship, and service.
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The chapter has maintained a strong commitment to these principles since its inception, fostering camaraderie, academic excellence, and a sense of duty. The motto "Culture for Service and Service for Humanity" guides their efforts, and the chapter has implemented various initiatives to make a positive impact through community outreach, education, and philanthropy. Ultimately, the Gamma Phi Sigma Chapter is a symbol of brotherhood, leadership, and service, dedicated to making a lasting difference in their community.
To be eligible for the R.H.H. Award, the student must
Criteria:
College students must have completed at least 12 units at the time of selection (units must be from an accredited college or university)
Two (2) letters of recommendation (one must be from a teacher, counselor, or school admin, and
one must be from a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. or a member of a Devine 9 organizations who is in good financial standing with their chapter.
A 600-word minimum typed essay (see essay topic on application). Max 3000 words.
A 1-page resume that highlights your current skills, abilities, work experience, etc.
Must have a 2.5 GPA at the time of submitting application for the scholarship (Require
official transcripts for GPA verification)
Must be available to attend the mandatory scholarship award ceremony.
Applications need be submitted no later than 04/30/2025 for consideration for this years awards.
4 scholars will be selected and granted $1000 each for their award.
(essay must contain all four areas)
ESSAY TOPIC OUTLINE
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Area 1
Where have you been? Describe your previous community service and impact,
relevant work experience, or other life experiences that qualify you for a GPS
scholarship.
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Area 2
Where do you want to go? Describe your educational and career goals, why
these are important to the communities that you are going to serve, and how a
scholarship could help you meet these goals.
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Area 3
What do you need? Describe your working situation or other financial
circumstances that increase your need for assistance.
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Area 4
How are you a good match for this specific scholarship? Describe how the intent
of this award will help you to achieve your educational and career goals.
