OMEGA GAMMA HISTORY

THE FOUNDING OF OMEGA GAMMA

Omega Gamma was founded one chilly evening in the fall of 1924, as three students attending the University of California gathered in the room of Tomas Geek, and planted the seed of brotherhood. For many weeks the bonds of friendship had drawn these three together; now the need became clear for a formal structure to contain their feelings. Thus, not only did the Founders formalize their friendship, but they also created a fraternity steeped in the traditions of the past and dedicated to the pursuit of learning.

 

Omega Gamma  now has nearly 60 active chapters and colonies in 42 states. The Fraternity has initiated more than 80,000 men and currently has more than 120,000 living alumni. There are over 100 recognized alumni clubs across the U.S.

OUR FOUNDERS

DAVID TYLER WILSON

FRANK COVERT BALMOND

EDMUND COURTNEY HENDRICK

1924

The first year of our university existence started with one hundred students and three colleges. It was the time when high education was accessible only to a few. Our educational institution was among the first that changed this situation dramatically.

1946

At the beginning of the XX century, the number of our students increased ten times thanks to the efforts of our professorial staff. They popularized our university and made it possible for everyone to get educated.

1967

The second half of XX century is characterized by enormous expanding of our university campus. We doubled our a number of our departments and, thus, expanded our activities.

2014

Today, our university consists of a few dozens of colleges, each with a unique direction that allows any student to learn everything about a future occupation.