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Psi Nu Chapter Honors Vernon Jordan, an American and Fraternal Legend Alexandria, VA - March 2021 will always be in the hearts of the Brothers of the Psi Nu Chapter, as they remember an American and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. legend entering Omega Chapter - Vernon Jordan (Aug 15, 1935 – Mar 1, 2021). As Brother Jordan was often a voice supporting unheard voices, the Brothers of Psi Nu Chapter gathered last week to lend their voices and experiences in honor of his life and legacy. “To the world, Vernon Jordan was many things: a pioneering attorney, an advocate for vulnerable populations, a businessman, a civil rights leader and even counselor to many presidents; to us, he was our Brother and even more so - our dear friend, said Brother Garrett James, who organized the commemorative session. The following are expressions of love for Brother Vernon Jordan from the Psi Nu Brothers during the tribute: ● "I've always admired how his mannerisms and behavior never contradicted the things he said and taught others. He talked the talk and lived and walked the walk - that meant something in our day; he always lived honorably with every opportunity he had." Francisco Landers, Pi Lambda Lambda '11 ● "He was influential without being pompous. He was able to be in high places and not lose himself; remaining down-to-earth while never forgetting his roots." - Roger Hicks, Psi Nu '91 ● "I remember him fondly as he had a direct link to a service organization I used to work for and I've always seen him be true, never shying away from saying and doing what was right. Consistently, he spoke up against injustice and remained true to the cause no matter who he was with or what environment he was in." - Melvin Skinner, Psi Nu '94 ● "He was a soft-spoken man. I'm inspired by his achievements as a black man in the community, in politics and within the fraternity. As a black man, he inspired me to think about the heights I could inspire to and things I could achieve in life, when I put my mind to it." - Victor Taylor, Psi Nu '98 ● "He was a caring and engaging man. He always had a moment to provide wisdom and perspective and he was a calming influence for younger Brothers." - John Gordon, Xi Iota '88
