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The History of the Kappa Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc

  • Organized in November 1975 in Las Vegas
  • Historical Highlights
  • Nick Name: Rolling Dice Qs’
Organized in November 1975 in Las Vegas

Although several attempts were made during the early 1970s to establish an Omega presence in Nevada, it was not until a group of determined Brothers, Bernard Rivers, Roosevelt Williams, Pelton Stewart, Jeff Stewart, and Calvin Atkinson, resolved to pursue the vision earnestly that the dream began to take shape. Soon after, Brothers Ronald Reedom, Alfred Gilchrist, Gary Gordon, Percy McCarty, and Nick Nicholson joined their efforts, lending enthusiastic support and commitment.

Throughout the spring and fall of 1975, the brothers held periodic organizational meetings at the A.D. Guy Center and in the homes of various members. This kind of fraternal dedication led to the chartering of the Kappa Xi Chapter in February 1976. The memorable ceremony took place during the 12th District Council Meeting, presided over by the 12th District Representative. Dr. L. Benjamin Livingston (Omega Chapter), in February 1976.

Several weeks later, after the Chartering of Kappa Xi in February 1976, the brothers engaged the services of Attorney-at-Law Robert Archie. With this, the Kappa Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi finalized the chapter’s legal incorporation under the statutes of the State of Nevada. With this, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated became a formally recognized and enduring presence within the Silver State.

Since that time, more than one hundred Brothers have entered the folds of Omega through the Kappa Xi Chapter. The Brothers of Kappa Xi remain steadfast in their commitment to uphold and advance the cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift, living them daily in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

Through strong leadership at the national and district levels, and the unwavering devotion of its members, Kappa Xi Chapter continues to stand as a beacon of excellence, service, and brotherhood—poised to grow and prosper for generations to come.

Historical Highlights

Since its chartering in 1976, the Kappa Xi chapter has set an extraordinarily high standard for fraternity activity in Clark County. Some of our chapter’s main accomplishments include, but are not limited to, a lifetime membership in the NAACP, Participate in the annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade, voter registration drives, Omega gentlemen's club youth mentoring program for middle and high school males since 1986, First D9 membership program in Nevada, Annual Wine Soiree Scholarship Fundraising since 1986, Breakfast with the Bruhs Reclamation Retention program, 1985 and 1998 UNLV Steps Show Champions 2022 12 th District Step Show

Champions, Annual Toy and Shoe Drive since 1995, Annual Thanksgiving giveaway since 1985, Annual Scholarship Awards since 2010, Annual Youth Leadership Conference Since 1998, Annual Youth Justice Forum since 2012, Hosted International Leadership Conference 2009, Hosted Grand Conclave in 2016, Hosted 12th District meetings 1982, 1998, and 2022, Hosted 12th District 2025 Fall Council, Donated over a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships since

2012.

Nick Name: Rolling Dice Qs’

Nick Name: Rolling Dice Qs’

Motto: Working Hard for Omega\

Kappa Xi Charter Members

Brothers Bernard Rivers, Roosevelt Williams, Peloton Stewart, Jeff Stewart, Kelvin Atkinson, Ronald Reedman, Belfort Gilchrist, Gary Gordon, Percy McCarty, Nick Nicholson

Grand Officers: Brother Leon Pearson, Grand Marshall 2016

District Officers: Brother Dr. Andrew Denson, Mountain West representative, 2019-2022; Brother Anthony Merritt, Mountain West MSP Representative, 2023

Awards and Recognition

2018 12th District Chapter of the year

Distinguished Chapter Members, Former Kappa Xi Chapter Basilieus:

Kelvin Atkinson, Roosevelt Williams Jr, Rayfus Wilson, James Haynes, John Foster, Alfred Gilchrist, Dr. Andrew Denson, Alex Herman, Leon Pearson, Nick Nicholson, Kevin Eppenger, Rick Crosby, Dr. Zach Robbins, Eric Adams, Tim Mack McElroy, Damon Hodge, Ron Ross,

Jerry Holiday, Jermon Kearney, Courtney Moore,

Kappa Xi Charter Members

Brother Bernard Rivers

Charter Member

Brother Roosevelt Williams

Charter Member

Brother Calvin Atkinson

Charter Member

Brother Nick Nicholson

Charter Member

Brother Ronald Reedom

Charter Member

Brother Alfred Gilchrist

Charter Member

Brother Gary Gordon

Charter Member

Brother Pelton Stewart

Charter Member

Brother Jeff Stewart

Charter Member

Brother Percy McCarty

Charter Member

Setting The Standard Since 1976

Since its chartering, Kappa Xi has set an extraordinarily high standard for fraternity activity in Clark County.

Our achievements include:
  • Lifetime Membership: NAACP.
  • Youth Mentoring: Omega Gentlemen’s Club (GENTS) since 1986.
  • Scholarship Fundraising: Annual Wine Soiree since 1986.
  • Community Traditions: Annual Thanksgiving Giveaway since 1985; Annual Toy and Shoe Drive since 1995.
  • Education Leadership: Annual Youth Leadership Conference since 1998; Annual Youth Justice Forum since 2012.
  • Step Show Champions: UNLV Step Show (1985, 1998) and 12th District Step Show Champions (2022).
  • Major Events: Hosted International Leadership Conference (2009); Hosted Grand Conclave (2016); Hosted 12th District Meetings (1982, 1998, 2022, 2025).
  • Financial Impact: Donated over a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships since 2012.


WE ARE SUPPORTING

2367 Kids helped in Las Vegas

A Beacon of Excellence

  • 2018: 12th District Chapter of the Year
  • District Leadership: Brother Dr. Andrew Denson (Mountain West Rep, 2019-2022); Brother Anthony Merritt (Mountain West MSP Rep, 2023).
  • Grand Leadership: Brother Leon Pearson (Grand Marshall, 2016).


Steadfast in Our Principles

"The Brothers of Kappa Xi remain steadfast in their commitment to uphold and advance the cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift, living them daily in their homes, workplaces, and communities."

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

alice williams

founder & president

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mark anderson 

chief operations oficer

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aileen more

operations manager

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