NPHC celebrates first Hump Day of the year

On Aug. 24, members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council gathered in front of Kent Library for their first "Hump Day" of the school year.

Hump Day is when members of NPHC, a council for historically African-American Greek lettered organizations, gather during common hour on select Wednesdays in front of the library to play music, stroll, dance and interact with one another.

Strolling originated in the 1920s and consists of members lining up in a single file line to perform synchronized dance routines to a compilation of various songs. Every organization differs as each has strolls exclusively for its own organization.

It is unclear when exactly Hump Day began at Southeast, but it has become one of the many traditions the university has acquired over time.

During this event, NPHC members are able to connect with students on campus by giving more insight on their organizations and informing them about upcoming events.

"My favorite part of Hump Day is seeing the campus come out and enjoy themselves," president of NPHC Justin Robinson said.

For some, Wednesday's event was the first time they got to experience Hump Day and really get a glimpse into each NPHC organization.

Student Kassey Tolliver thinks Hump Day is a positive and exciting way to bring students together on campus.

"Since this was my first time attending Hump Day I didn't really know what to expect, but it's something that I think everyone should experience," Tolliver said.

"Hump Day" allows African-American Greeks to be showcased in a positive way and lets student know that it's fun to be involved on campus.

"Seeing people on campus interacting with each other and dancing is so great," Robinson said.

There are six active chapters at Southeast, including, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; Omega Psi Phi Fraternity; Inc.; Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.; Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.; and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.