PI IOTA PRESIDENT AL SHERIFF AND OMEGA PSI PHI GRAND MARSHALL

TAMPA MAYOR JANE CASTOR WELCOMES OMEGA PSI PHI

BY MONIQUE STAMPS

Sentinel Staff Writer

       Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, hosted their 84th Conclave in Tampa last week to much fanfare. The city rolled out the purple carpet for the gentlemen of Omega, highlighting hospitality and gratitude for the fraternity’s visit.

   While the city is tallying final figures, it is estimated that over 60,000 Omegas, registered and unregistered, were in Tampa.

    Al Sheriff, Basileus of the Pi Iota graduate chapter, has been enthusiastic about the treatment of the brothers.

   “We’d like to thank the mayor and city for their hospitality. We had a great conclave.”

    Omegas are known for their signature party events and stepping; however, they also displayed a thoughtful approach to community engagement. Several community forums and programs addressed the Omegas’ goals for the Conclave, including voter information, legal issues, and organizing to get things done in the community.