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ENGL1102 History Projects: Hardman Introduction

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Introduction

At Fairmont State University, there is a fraternity called Kappa Kappa Psi, which is a fraternity of the bands. It has been a part of Fairmont State University for over thirty years. Any band member, regardless of gender, can join in order to support their school’s band. This fraternity is known for its many activities throughout the community as well as on campus. As a member of this fraternity, I have always wanted to know the history of this group and how it has continued to grow throughout the years.

When and Where it Was Founded

Kappa Kappa Psi was founded on November 27, 1919 at Oklahoma A&M College, which is now known as Oklahoma State University.

Who Founded this Fraternity?

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This is Kappa Kappa Psi's founder, William A. Scroggs

The Members who Started this Fraternity

Kappa Kappa Psi Founded at Oklahoma A&M College - Kappa Kappa Psi History

These are the members who started this fraternity, starting with the founder, William A. Scroggs

The names of the founding fathers include:

  • William A. Scroggs (Founder)
  • Bohumil Makovsky (Guiding Spirit)
  • A. Frank Martin (Mr. Kappa Kappa Psi)
  • William H. Coppedge
  • Clyde Haston
  • Carl A. Stevens
  • Clayton E. Soule
  • Raymond D. Shannon
  • Asher Hendrickson
  • Iron Hawthorne Nelson
  • Dick Hurst

Facts

  • The colors are blue and white to represent the celebratory Blue and White Dance composed by Andrew Boysen Jr.
  • The red carnation flower was William A. Scrogg's, the founder, favorite flower
  • The fraternity motto is to "Strive for the Highest"
  • The Hymn was created by Scott Jeffery Heckstall Jr. in 1977. He had 3 hours to create the hymn.
  • The hymn was originally called Someday (Beams of Heaven as I go)
  • The wearing of the Kappa Kappa Psi crest, symbols (with the exception of the membership candidate pin) and/or letters in any form, is limited to initiated members of the fraternity. Fraternity members wear this pin as a means of recognition signifying their continuing commitment to the ideals of Brotherhood.
  • Musical composer, John Philip Sousa, became a member of Kappa Kappa Psi on February 6, 1922
  • Bill Clinton and Lionel Richie are a couple of Kappa Kappa Psi's famous members