Trailblazers of Black Greek Life at UVA
Chartered in March 1974, Iota Beta hosts signature Alpha Week forums, voter registration drives, and the Miss Black & Gold Pageant.
Instagram @iotabeta_alphas ↗UVA · Active House
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc..
Iota Beta Chapter chapter
- Campus
- University of Virginia
- Governing Council
- Location
- Charlottesville, VA
About the House.
The Iota Beta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was the first Divine Nine fraternity chartered at UVA, pioneering Black Greek life on Grounds.
Chapter Heritage & Campus Life
✓ Verified · Oct 2026Iota Beta Chapter · Chartered 1974 · National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC).
The Iota Beta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was the first Divine Nine fraternity chartered at UVA, pioneering Black Greek life on Grounds.
A Voteless People Is a Hopeless People
Leads civic initiatives, scholastic mentorship programs in Charlottesville public schools, and Amphitheater step shows.
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Directory record verified October 11, 2026.
Official Roster Verification.
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