agree that the historical relationship formed between the Brothers and the Sweethearts must continue through the organizational ‘binding’ of both Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. in 2014 and the disbanding of the Iota Sweethearts Auxiliary in 2015, the leadership of both Iota Phi Theta and Iota Sweethearts, Inc. With the creation of the Iota Sweethearts, Inc. On September 26, 2014, Iota Sweethearts became an incorporated organization. More than just a support system for the fraternity, Iota Sweethearts evolved into a sisterhood that provides an atmosphere for hundreds of women to develop on a collegiate and professional level. The relationship, based on mutual respect, honor, commitment and dedication between Brothers and Sweethearts, individually as well as to the fraternity in general, has resulted in the positive growth and development of members and the organization over the years.Īs Iota Phi Theta continued to grow, so did Iota Sweethearts. Iota Phi Theta and Iota Sweethearts have enjoyed a special relationship unlike any other in the fraternal world. Be it serving as hostesses for regional meetings and national conferences or as a support team at a step show, Iota Sweethearts have always been there on the front lines providing vocal and moral support for the brothers of Iota. As the fraternity navigated the rocky waters of the early years, the brotherhood could always count on the support of the sweethearts. Brooks continued for many years through the Iota Sweethearts. Brooks was granted the title of "Eternal Sweetheart" shortly after the fraternity's official founding September 19, 1963. She was a vital resource in assisting the Brothers through a time of adversity in their early growth and development. Brooks was a member of the Morgan State staff, working for the registrar’s office, and in this capacity, she played a crucial “behind the scenes” role for the fraternity. In the early 1960′s at Morgan State University (then Morgan State College), Iota Phi Theta was blessed to have an invaluable ally in the person of Ms. Iota Sweethearts began as a recognized, respected and honored tradition of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.
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