Our History
May 18, 1984 Several students attending a Hispanic leadership retreat noted a need for Latino organizations at The Ohio State University. An exploratory group, led by Dr. Josue Cruz, Assistant Vice Provost to the Office of Minority Affairs, was formed to research possible fraternities and sororities. After reviewing their findings, the group decided to start a new Latino Greek organization.
February 11, 1985 Alpha Psi Lambda was established at The Ohio State University.
March 10, 1985 Thirteen individuals were officially initiated as the founders of Alpha Psi Lambda.
"Los Primeros" Diana Acevedo Juan Casimiro Carolyn Christian James Cordero Tammy Harris Clara Isern Marisol Lugo Yolanda Natal Saddy Rivera Nancy Romo Annette Saldivar Annette Seda Juan Vera
September 25, 1992 Alpha Psi Lambda was officially recognized as a National organization.
Today Alpha Psi Lambda has grown to include 37 collegiate Chapters and 7 Affiliate Chapters with over 3,600 members. It is the Nation's First and Largest Coed Latino Fraternity.
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