Rho Lambda Lambda Chapter · Tampa, Florida

Brotherhood.
Service.
Legacy.

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

"Friendship is Essential to the Soul"

Est. 1911 · Howard University · 113 Years of Excellence

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Basileus · Rho Lambda Lambda

Welcome from Our Basileus

A Word from
Brother Harrison

Marcus T. Harrison · Basileus, Rho Lambda Lambda

Brothers and friends, it is with great pride that I welcome you to the home of Rho Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Since our chartering in the Greater Tampa Bay area, we have carried the torch of our four Cardinal Principles — Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift — with unwavering commitment.

Our chapter is more than an organization; we are a brotherhood bound by service, shaped by legacy, and driven by our duty to uplift the communities we call home. Whether you are a prospective member, a community partner, or a returning Que, know that you are always welcome in our circle.

In the bonds of Omega,

Marcus T. Harrison Basileus, Rho Lambda Lambda Chapter · 2024–2026

Our Heritage

Born at
Howard.
Built to Last.

On November 17, 1911, four men — Edgar Amos Love, Oscar James Cooper, Frank Coleman, and Ernest Everett Just — founded Omega Psi Phi at Howard University in Washington, D.C., making it the first Black Greek-letter fraternity established at an historically Black university.

The founders enshrined four Cardinal Principles — Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift — as the living spine of every chapter's work. More than a century later, those principles remain as urgent and alive as ever.

Rho Lambda Lambda Chapter was chartered in Tampa, Florida to serve Hillsborough County and the broader Tampa Bay region. In our decades of service, we have awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, mentored generations of young men, and stood on the front lines of civic engagement across our community.

"Friendship is
Essential
to the Soul"

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. — Motto

1911

Year Founded

Howard

Founding University

750+

Active Chapters

5th

NPHC Fraternity

National Initiatives

Programs &
Initiatives

Through nationally chartered programs, Rho Lambda Lambda reaches thousands of individuals across Tampa Bay each year — in classrooms, boardrooms, and communities.

Annual Observance

Achievement Week

Every November, Omega chapters nationwide host Achievement Week — a celebration of academic excellence, service, and community progress. Rho Lambda Lambda honors outstanding students, educators, and civic leaders across Hillsborough County with awards, forums, and youth recognition ceremonies.

Youth Development

Talent Hunt

The Talent Hunt Program is one of Omega's most cherished national traditions — an annual talent competition that has cultivated artists, speakers, and performers for decades. Our chapter hosts regional preliminary rounds, empowering Tampa Bay youth to discover and develop their gifts on a national stage.

Civic Engagement

Social Action

Omega's Social Action program reflects our fraternity's belief that Brotherhood demands civic courage. Through voter registration drives, community town halls, legislative advocacy, and partnerships with local nonprofits, Rho Lambda Lambda ensures that Omegas stand at the center of every conversation that shapes our community.

Brotherhood

Reclamation & Retention

We never lose a brother — we reclaim them. Our Reclamation & Retention initiative actively welcomes dormant Omegas back into active fellowship, connecting them with meaningful service opportunities, chapter resources, and the bonds of brotherhood that time cannot diminish.

$485K Scholarships Awarded

To deserving Tampa Bay students

18,200+ Service Hours

Logged since chartering

112 Active Brothers

Across Greater Tampa Bay

40+ Years of Service

Serving Hillsborough County

Mark Your Calendar

Upcoming
Events

From scholarship galas to community service days, Rho Lambda Lambda hosts events that bring the community together year-round.

15 Nov
2026

Achievement Week Gala

Our annual celebration honoring Tampa Bay's brightest scholars, educators, and community champions. Black-tie optional. Dinner, awards, and live music.

The Armature Works · Tampa, FL

08 Feb
2027

Regional Talent Hunt

Young artists, vocalists, and speakers compete for regional honors and a spot in the national Omega Talent Hunt. All ages welcome. Admission free for competitors.

Straz Center · Tampa, FL

21 Mar
2027

Que Community Day

Brothers, families, and neighbors gather for a full day of community service, resource fairs, free health screenings, and voter registration. All are welcome.

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park · Tampa, FL

Join the Brotherhood

Membership &
Reclamation

Omega Psi Phi recruits men of character, scholarship, and purpose. If you are a man committed to service, lifelong brotherhood, and making a measurable impact in your community, we want to know you.

Prospective Members

Undergraduate men enrolled at a four-year college or university, and graduate/community men holding a bachelor's degree, are eligible to pursue membership. Interest meetings are held each semester. Contact us to learn more about the intake process.

Returning Brothers — Reclaim Your Bond

Life moves fast — but brotherhood is permanent. If you are a financial or non-financial Omega seeking to reconnect and reactivate, reach out to our Keeper of Records & Seal. We will walk you through the reclamation process personally.

Express Interest Reclaim Membership

Give Back · Invest Forward

Scholarship
& Giving

The Rho Lambda Lambda Educational Foundation administers the Marcus E. Webb Memorial Scholarship, awarded annually to Tampa Bay students who demonstrate academic excellence, community service, and financial need.

Your contribution directly funds scholarships, youth programming, and community service initiatives. Every dollar stays local — invested in the next generation of Tampa Bay leaders.

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Donate Today Apply for Scholarship

$485K+

Awarded to Tampa Bay Students Since Chartering

Brotherhood.
Service.
Legacy.

A Word from
Brother Harrison

Born at
Howard.
Built to Last.