Iota Phi Theta has always placed an
emphasis on striving for excellence. To that end, Iota Men have made their
mark in all fields of endeavor - Business, Athletics, Entertainment, and
Government.
Here are just a few of the Iota Men who have achieved recognition for
their accomplishments in their professions.
POLITICS & GOVERNMENT:
Bro. Billy
Ocasio: City Councilman, Chicago, Illinois
Initiated at Alpha Lambda Chapter, (University of Illinois) , Spring, 1980
Bro. Bobby Rush:
United States Congressman, D-Illinois
Initiated at Eta Omega Chapter (Chicago Alumni), Fall 1997
ATHLETICS:
Bro. Vaughn Booker:
Defensive Lineman, Cincinnati Bengals
Initiated at Beta Epsilon Chapter, (University of Cincinnati), Spring 1992
Bro. Tim
Conley: Tackle, Seattle Seahawks
Initiated at Gamma Kappa (University of Oklahoma), Fall 1997
Bro. Elvin
Hayes: NBA Hall of Fame
Initiated at Alpha Omega Chapter, (Baltimore Alumni), 1976
Bro. Dave
Leitao: Associate Head Basketball Coach,
University of Connecticut (1999 NCAA Champions)
Initiated at Omicron Chapter (Northeastern University), Fall, 1980
Bro. Melvin
Lister: 2000 Olympic Team, Long Jump
Initiated at University of Arkansas Colony, Spring 2000
Bro. Calvin
Murphy: NBA Hall-of-Fame
Initiated at Alpha Omega Chapter, (Baltimore Alumni) , 1974
Bro. Marquis Smith:
Defensive Back, Cleveland Browns
Initiated at Gamma Zeta Chapter (University of California - Berkeley),
Spring 1997
Bro. Michael
Thompson: Offensive Lineman, Atlanta Falcons
Initiated at Tennessee State University Colony, Fall, 1998
Bro. Kirby Wilson:
Assistant Coach, Washington Redskins
Initiated at Alpha Lambda Chapter, (University of Illinois), Spring 1982
MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT:
Bro. T.C. Carson: Television Actor
, (Formerly of "Living Single")
Initiated at Alpha Lambda Chapter (University of Illinois) , Spring 1981
Bro. Spencer
Christian: former Weather Anchorman, "Good Morning
America"
Initiated at Beta Chapter (Hampton University) , Spring 1968
Bro. George Nock: Award-winning Fine
Artist (and former Washington Redskins Running Back)
Initiated at Alpha Chapter (Morgan State University), Spring, 1967
BUSINESS:
Bro. Raymond Grady:
President & CEO, Evanston Hospital, Evanston Illinois
Initiated at Alpha Chapter (Morgan State University) , Spring 1970
Bro. Zemira Jones:
President & General Manager, ABC/Disney Radio, Chicago, Illinois
Initiated at Nu Chapter (University of Maryland) , Spring 1972
Bro. Shelley Stewart:
Vice-President, Raytheon Corporation
Initiated at Omicron Chapter (Northeastern University) , Spring 1973