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Nu Iota Chapter

South Carolina State University, Orangeburg, SC

"Not Your Ordinary Music Fraternity"

RANKED #3 IN THE NATION

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"We, the Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Inc., have the vision to be the distinct most respected, radical and dynamic organization to ever grace the campus of South Carolina State University.

Our duty as Sinfonians shall be to promote the love of music and the Brotherhood on the campus of SCSU. Our job is not within our Fraternity, but outside of it. Our beloved Fraternity will continue to be a resilient organization when we continue to raise, motivate and better not only ourselves but the people around us.

We consider ourselves to be the trendsetters on this illustrious campus. We lead silently, because we lead by example.

-Bro. Brian "Phi-cetious" Craig

Nu Iota Chapter President

Contact Info: pmanuiota_hotmail.com

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National & Chapter History

Sinfonia's Orgins

Sinfonia was born on October 6, 1898 at the New England Conservatory in Boston, when a group of thirteen young men under the guidance of Ossian Everett Mills met to consider the social life of the young men students of that institution and to devise ways and means by which it might be improved. Mills, bursar of the Conservatory, sought to create an Order in which men with a shared love of music could develop the virtues of manhood in themselves and in their fellows.

Sinfonia became a national fraternity on October 6, 1900, with the admission of a group of men at the Broad Street Conservatory in Philadelphia. Since that time Sinfonia has grown into the largest music fraternity in the world, with more than 150,000 initiates, and chapters on over 200 college and university campuses across the nation.

For over a century, Sinfonians in nearly every field of study and professional endeavor have transformed the face of music in America. Today, the Brotherhood represents a diverse group of individuals spanning the nation, who continue the proud tradition of advancing the Fraternitys Object.

Sinfonia is a Brotherhood of men bound together for mutual helpfulness. Its purpose is not only to bring men together as friends, but also to provide a network of brothers with whom men can commune and renew their zeal a support network that helps the individual to meet the challenges that face him in his daily life. By teaching men who are united as brothers to live their lives according to the noble virtues set forth in the Fraternitys Initiation Ritual, Sinfonia builds better, stronger, broader individuals who are able to live in sympathy and in harmony with their Fraternity brothers and their fellow man. The Initiation Ritual of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, which will mark the transition into full membership, is one of the most meaningful and beautiful of the Greek tradition. The dedication to the advancement of universal Truths and brotherly association exemplified in the Ritual are the foundation of individual fraternal friendship, chapter unity, and national solidarity in the promotion of Sinfonias dual mission: the making of men and the uplift of mankind.

Sinfonians share a love of music that unites them as brothers with a common interest. The Fraternity teaches men to develop themselves and their art, not for the sake of art itself, but as a means of enriching the lives of others. Through a multitude of chapter, provincial, and national events, Sinfonia offers unlimited opportunities for performance, community music outreach, and other activities designed to develop a true appreciation for the power of music to uplift the soul.

Sinfonias collegiate chapters participate in a broad range of activities emphasizing brotherhood, service, and performance in music. Chapters take music into the community by singing at hospitals and homes for the elderly; sponsor concerts of American music, jazz and choral festivals, all-campus sings and Broadway-style reviews; provide a large variety of performing ensembles ranging from big bands to barbershop quartets; commission new works; bring prominent performers and clinicians to their campuses; and take part in a variety of other social and musical activities. The possibilities for participation in musical activities are limited only by the boundaries of imagination, desire, and commitment.

Sinfonia provides many exciting opportunities for the development of social and leadership skills in an atmosphere of brotherhood and mutual support. Leadership roles may be assumed from nearly the first day an individual is pledged to become an active member of the Fraternity. Beyond the chapter, annual province workshops and national events allow members to become more involved and to develop meaningful friendships with other musical students across the nation.

A common phrase heard among brothers in the Fraternity is Once a Sinfonian, Always a Sinfonian. The spirit of this phrase has fostered alumni loyalty for more than one hundred years. As an alumni member, the opportunities to remain active with the Fraternity are limitless. Alumni associations, scattered throughout the country, provide more formalized ways for alumni Sinfonians to gather together and further the ideals and Object of the Fraternity.

Nu Iota Chapter History

The Original Genesis of the Nu Iota Chapter began on May 2, 1984 by 26 bright-eyed gentlemen. Unfortunately due to the unforseen graduation rate of the chapter, it went inactive in 1990 .

Then in 1991, Nu Iota veins ran warm with harmonious blood again. Yet the Phenomenon of unforseen graduation rates again, the Chapter went inactive in 2000.

In 2009, with the help of the Noble Dr. Jimmy Cheek and Honorable Mr. Robert Lawrence, the Nu Iota Chapter was RESURRECTED by 17 musicianly men.Through a culmination of our sweat, blood, and tears from over a year it is with great pride that we hold the great Nu Iota born again, on March 28,2009. Since our humble genesis on February 12, 2008, we embarked on a journey with a bold vision of excellence for tomorrow. Through tenacity, distinction, and honor we are ever more faithful to our revered Founders words to Let it be our ambition to make the Sinfonia a power for good, and have faith to believe that in future years its beneficent influence will be felt around the globe. The mystic power behind this sentiment and principle has permeated our hearts and will forever more be the driving force behind Nu Iotas endeavors. With a willingness, an eagerness, and a patience to learn, we look forward to the future years in our great path.

Immediately receiving National & Regional Acclaim, the Nu Iota Chapter continues to be the "Premiere Fraternity" in Province 30, SCSU Campus, and the Nation!

17 P.R.O.N.E. will always remember the three Sinfonians who helped this great ambition.....Dr. Cheek ,Mr. Lawrence, & Caleb Bonecutter, Warden of the Delta Sigma Chapter (USC), our Big Brother Chapter. Nu Iota pays homage to two Chapters, pivotal in our re-charter, Delta Sigma (USC) and Pi Eta (Morgan State), and to the countless efforts of Brother sinfonians near and far.

And so we leave you with one of the most impelling questions of our time; Nu Iota is blazing the path with prominence and distinction..will you be ready!!??

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Chapter Events

February 25, 2012

Province 30 Workshop: Hosted by the Nu Iota Chapter at South Carolina State University

March 22, 2012

Mills Music Mission at Jolley Acres Nursing Home

Sinfonian Week

March 24

Alumni Day

March 25

Fellowship Day

March 27

Miss Phi Mu Alpha Pageant

March 28

Chapter Day

March 29

PG-13 Musical

There's More To Come!!!

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2011-2012 Chapter Officers

Brian Craig- President

Joshua McGrier- Vice President

David Collins- Secretary

Ernest Lewis- Treasurer

Jordan Haynesworth- Historian

Kenny Smith- Warden

Ronald Williams- FEO

Cletis Seals- Alumni Relations

Albert Shuler- Music Director

Ricardo Jackson- Public Relations

Shaun Branch- Webmaster

Faculty Brother/Advisor-Dr. Marrion Robinson Faculty Brother/Advisor-Mr. Eddie Morris

PG- Kyle Coleman of Province 30

Queen- Robin Moss

CPR 30- Rashad Anderson.

ACPR- Jonathan Cannito

Chapter Email: pmanuiota_hotmail.com

Chapter Roster

Albert Shuler

Joseph Daise

Willie Reed

Mark Watts

Allen Graham

Clifton Parker

Ronald Williams

Ricardo Jackson

Bobby Smith

Mitchell Drath

Til'mond Graham

Joshua McGrier

Justin Osouna

Justin Watts

Cletis Seals

Jordan Haynesworth

Fernadez Brown

Brian Craig

Carlin Nelson

Marion Robinson

Eddie Morris

John Robinson

David Collins

Jordan Brewer

Carlton Frederick

Tevin Gadson

Alexander Lee

Shonte Darby

Victor Hill

Brandon Sigler

Lenard Hudnal

Reginald Garvin

Lenzie Archer

Wesley Red

Kevin Simuel

Kenny Smith

Rodney Canty

Ryan Franklin

Eric Williams

Marion Kelly

Lamonte Montgomery

James Durant

Ernest Lewis

John Simmons

Terrance Washington

Kyvaugn Ferguson

Tamaruien Williams

Steven Curry

Jonah Leavell

Ronald Catlin

Maurice Hunter

Kennis Goodman

Jonathan Smith

Travis Walters

Shaun Branch

Danzell Smith

Anthony Gaskin

George Hicks

Taquan Murray

Ronald Speight

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Lineage

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Original Charter: May 2, 1984

First Charter Line

May 2, 1984

1. Hilmon William Ancrum, II

2. Rodney David Barrentine

3. Danny Maurice Bowman

4. Charles Bristow, III

5. William Henry Coleman, Jr.

6. Herman Dan Dantzler

7. Robert Dwayne Davis

8. Terrence Clyde Davis

9.Alvin E. Fulton

10. Terrence Orland Gross

11. Dennis L. Lee

12. Benjamin McCutcheon

13. William Varnlee McFadden

14. Thurmond Odell Merchison

15. Henry Christoph Murdaugh

16. Ernest Claude Pinson

17. Elisha Chuckie Pollard III

18. Timothy Glenn Rose

19. Ronald J. Sarjeant

20. Clifford Gerard Seabrook

21. William Henry Simpkins, Jr.

22. Donald Dago Simpson

23. Juan Marichal Sims

24. Carl Anthony Tanks

25. Marc Anthony Thomas

26. Kenneth Lee Washington

27. Keith Ricardo Bonner

The Sacrificial 2, Spring 1988

1-Alton B. Jobes a.k.a. Triple P

2 Keith B. DeLoatch a.k.a. Deviant

October 6, 1988

1.Joel C. Johnson

2. Johnny L. Murdaugh

3. Victor Corey Spigner

October 6, 1989

1. Julius N. Alston III

2. Roderick L. Bishop

3. Craton Grenard Dicks

4. Tracy Allen Evans

5. Roderick Avery Fludd

6. Terrance B. Gibbs

7. Edward Dewayne Irick

8. Anthony Cyrus Jones

9. Howard Carlton Parnell

10. Jeffrey Wade Rouse

11. Terry Bernard Simmons

12. David Anderson Sims

13. George Lernard Ulmer

October 6, 1990

1. Anthony Gerard Kennedy

2. Max Maurice Martin

3. Isaiah Rodrigues McGee

4. Charlton Pinckney Singleton

5. Chris Jermaine Ulmer

October 6, 1992

1. Robert Michael Alexander

2. Warnell Berry, Jr.

3. Wayne Alfonso Butler

4. Mark Ryan Danner

5. Derrick Navard Dash

6. Christopher Andre’ Gladman

7. Leroy Howard, Jr.

8. Timothy LeVern Mitchell

9. James L. Moore

May 4, 1995

13 Embers of the Rekindled Flame Spr. 95

1. Michael Phillip Allen

2. James Edward Brice

3. Shawn Torrey Campbell

4. Bernardo Jerrold Dargan

5. Timothy Wilson Evans

6. Andre Shamone Green

7. Bruce Demond Hannibal

8. Tim Edward Hinton, Sr.

9. Steven Christopher Jarvis

10. Herman Martin Marsh, Jr.

11. James L. Moore

12. Antwon J. Morris

13. Jerold Leonard Williams

March 5, 1997

1. William DeVaughn Boyd

2. Elaric Ryan Currie

3. Damon Horace Dandridge

4. Ronald Tremayne Green

5. Kwame Vladamir Hennagan

6. Steve Glascok Sanders

7. Isaac Washington, III

April, 5 1998

1. Herbert Lee Brown, II

2. Jamie Rasha Brunson

3. Maurice Lamont Lessington

4. Boyd Willamston Owens

6. Maurice Demond Richardson

7. Gary Jermaine Rogers

8. Ernest Vendell Stackhouse

9. Adrian Lamar Wright

10. Cedric Bruce Wright

April 24, 1999

1. James Russell Johnson, III

2. Adrian Hernand Lewis

3. Christopher Lamont Sawyer

4. Gerard Martin Stokes

17 Prestigious Resurrectors of a New Era

17 P.R.ON.E.

3rd Charter Line March 28, 2009

1. Albert "Virtuous" Shuler

2. Calvin "Impromp-2" Washington *Deceased*

3. Joseph "Moonlight Sonata" Daise

4. Willie "Syncopated" Reed

5. Sitha "Mr. Dynamic5" Lam

6. Mark "Interlude" Watts

7. Larry "8-V-A" Bowden

8. Frazier "Mr. Baroque" Woods

9. Thomas "Ivory" Davis

10. Allen "PHI-lospher" Graham

11. Kenneth "Double Bass" Brabham

12. Benjamin "Mr. Legato" McMiller

13. Harry "NeoClassical" Reed

14. Brendan "Furioso" Glaze

15. James "Glori-PHIed" Patterson

16. Tarus "PHI-ne Art" Stills

17. Rashad "The Conductor" Anderson

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Sinfonia Originals Leading In Distinction

Nov. 15, 2009

1.Clifton “ Problem Child Prodigy” Parker

2.Bobby “The Performer” Smith

3.Mitchell “In-Phinite Fermata” Drath

4.Ronald “Mr. Psalm IV” Williams

5.Ricardo “Santi-Phied” Jackson

6.Joshua “Epip-Phiany” McGrier

7.Adrian “A-Minor” Barnes

8.Til’mond “G.Q. Smooth” Graham

9.Justin “Mystic Revelation” Osouna

10.Douglas “Phi-nomenon” Goethie

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Driven Rebels Achieving Great Oupportunities N Sinfonia

March 6, 2010

1. Justin "Chosen One" Watts

2. Cletis "Silent Ampti-2ude" Seals

3. Jordan "F.L.A.S.H. Jukebox" Haynesworth

4. Fernadez " Un-4-seen Truth" Brown

5. Brian "Phi-cetious" Craig

6. Carlin " Ref-Phi-mation" Nelson

*Dr. Marion "Dr. Sarcastic" Robinson

*Mr. Eddie "Old School" Morris

*Mr. John "Phi-nally Smooth" Robinson

10 Men Understanding Sinfonia's Ideals & Creating A Legacy of Success

(M.U.S.I.C.A.L.S)

October 22, 2010

1. David "Phirst Threat" Collins

2. Jordan "Redemption" Brewer

3. Geoffrey "Soulful MU-sic" Dean

4. Carlton "A.B.S.O.L.U.T.E." Frederick

5. Tevin "Philologist" Gadson

6. Alexander "Intrin-6 Tactics" Lee

7. Shonte "Battle Hymn" Darby

8. Victor "Phire Heart" Hill

9. Brandon "E.P.I.C." Sigler

10. Lenard "Prime Selection" Hudnal

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Sinfonians Achieving Wisdom

March 26, 2011

1. Reginald "1st Movement" Garvin

2. Lenzie "Solitary ConPHIment" Archer

3. Wesley "Deminished 3rd" Red

4. Kevin "Hidden 4-Tress" Simuel

5. Kenny "ConPHIdence" Smith

6. Rodney "Classi-PHIed" Canty

7. Ryan "Mis-leading Tone" Franklin

8. Eric "Boiling Point" Williams

9. Marion "Ampli-PHIed" Kelly

10. Lamonte "SMOOTH Operator" Montgomery

11. James "Second GeNIration" Durant

12. Ernest "Kamikaze" Lewis

13. John "Top Notch" Simmons

14. Terrance "Camoflauge" Washington

15. Kyvaugn "The Evaluator" Ferguson

16. Tamaruien "Grand PHInale" Williams

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Personalities Intertwining Through Challanges

Honoring and Enriching Sinfonia

November 12, 2011

1. Steven "MU-ted Tempo" Curry

2. Jonah "Menace 2 Society" Leavell

3. Ronald "The Critic" Catlin

4. Maurice "Signi-PHI-cant" Hunter

5. Kennis "Death Row" Goodman

6. Jonathan "6th Testimony" Smith

7. Travis "Mystic T.R.I.A.L.S." Walters

8. Shaun "Magni-PHI-cent" Branch

9. Danzell "PHI-nal S.C.O.R.E." Smith

*Taquan "The Opportunist" Murray

*Ronald "The D.E.A.N" Speight

*Anthony "The C.L.A.S.H" Gaskin

*George "The Phinal C.H.O.R.D" Hick

Who's Next!

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SCSU Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha - Mary Had A Baby

SCSU Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha- Dona Nobis Pacem

SCSU Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha - Parting Song

Click here for Fraternity Poems/ Writings

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Brothers Welcome!

The Nu Iota Chapter is continuously growing and achieving great success both locally and nationally. It is our hope that you join and give your support to the chapter in this growing process.

In our endeavors to bridge the gap between the past and the present brothers of the Smooth Nu Iota Chapter, please fill out the contact form with your updated address, phone number and email address.

-Bro. Cletis D. Seals Jr.

Alumni Relations Officer

6 D.R.A.G.O.N.S. SPR. ‘10

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Membership Intake

(Scroll down for more info!)

BACK TO THE BASICS!

Unfortunately in this day in age, Fraternities and their various Chapters everywhere are facing a superficial pandemic. Chapters regardless of the Fraternity, are becoming bombarded with reputations of its members primarily focused on partying, stepping, and all other things stereotypical of young college men. The Back to the Basics movement is an strategic plan by the Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia that is not such much to repudiate all these acts but rather to put them in the right priority and focus on the ‘basics” that our beloved Founder intended for the Great Order of Sinfonia.

Only through service and fellowship can a brother truly grasp the true essence of what a Sinfonian Man is all about. Work first, play later. Servant leadership, community service and transformative experiences is THE PRIORITY in the Nu Iota Chapter. We know what you’re thinking, “Yea, Yea I heard this all before!” We are so committed and confident in this mission that we encourage you to observe us as a Chapter and individually. You can’t help but see what this philosophy has done to our Chapter, but more importantly to each individual member, transforming us into True Servant Leaders on our campus and throughout of community!

Sounds interesting? We want you to experience this too! Ask yourself these important questions first. The Nu Iota Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Fraternity of America, Inc. is committed to recruiting the most intelligent, well rounded, most talented men on the campus of SCSU!

1 Do you have a yearning for a tight knit brotherhood?

2. Do you love music?

3. Would you like a challenging yet caring support system to encourage personal growth and leadership?

4. Would you like the opportunity to serve your campus and community?

5. Would you like the opportunity to have mental, moral, and spiritual development?

FAQ's

1. What is Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity?

-Phi Mu Alpha is a national social fraternity for men who have a shared love for music. Founded Oct. 6, 1898 and with an installation as a national fraternity on October 6, 1900; Phi Mu Alpha is the oldest and largest music fraternity in the country with over 240,000 brothers and chapters on over 300 college campuses.

2. Do I have to be a music major or be enrolled in a music class to join?

-No! Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia allows any man the age of 18 with a love for music and a yearning for brotherhood and personal development to join.

3. What are the Chapter Requirements for Membership?

- Any interested applicant must have at least a 2.5 GPA, 15 credit hours and be clear of all financial obligations of SCSU.

4. What are the benefits of membership?

- There are many benefits in becoming a Sinfonian. When becoming a member you join a brotherhood of men that are TRULY bound together for mutal helpfulness. Not only does it bring men together as friends but it creates a network of men across the country, old and young, that helps a man support the challenges that face him in his life and his work.All Sinfonians are bonded together by a common interest-their love of music. Through a variety of events, Sinfonia offers many opportunities for personal development, social activism, community outreach, and other activities designed to develop a Man of high ideals and appreciate the great call to uplift mankind through music and through our personal development as a Man of the Highest Type.

Word of the Month:

- Sacrifice

Any Questions? See any brother of Nu Iota.........we REALLY do encourage interested applicants to approach us about any concern or questions they may have without fear of penalty. Like stated earlier, we are not your "Ordinary Music Fraternity". We operate alot differently than the norm of most fraternites. Please see your NI Bruh near You!

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2011-2012 Miss PMA

Ms. Robin Moss

Senior Biology Major from

Atlanta,GA

Escort: Bro. Ernest Lewis

Interested in becoming the New Miss PMA? Click here for more info..

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Click & Enjoy these other Links...

HBCU Sinfonian Connection

Omicron Gamma- FAMU

Epsilon Iota- Florida State Univ.

Pi Beta- Morgan State University

Eta Omega- University of Florida

Zeta Gamma- Valdosta State Univ.

Zeta Eta Chapter of KKY

Zeta Iota- Howard University

Rho Delta- Albany State University

Mu Beta- Winston Salem

Lambda Xi Chapter of SAI

Gamma Eta- Furman Univ. (Province 30)

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Wall of Fame

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The Nu Iota Chapter prides itself on our Members achieving awesome and outstanding achievements, accolades, etc. throughout the community, campus and the world. We take this time now to congratulate and acknowledge the following.

Brothers Benjamin McMiller and Harry Reeds Graduation with their BA.

Brother Rashad Anderson was elected to another term as Collegiate Province Representative.

Congrats to the following HBCU's that are on there way to have Phi Mu Alpha Chapters in the near future

1. Jackson State University -Pi Nu Colony

2. Central State University- Iota Eta Colony

3. Benedict College- Xi Beta Colony

4. Alabama A & M University- Omicron Delta Colony

5. Vorhees College- Gamma Colony-South Carolina

Bro. Willie Reed on his Marriage to Mrs. Lakell Reed!!

Bro. Alexander Lee was recognized as one of the six ROTC cadets that was awarded the Distinguished Military Students award for their leadership in the classroom and in the community, and their role in the ROTC Program.

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Parting song.mp3

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Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia - Sinfonia Hymn

Your Love

Fanfare

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