Meet the Swans...take a glimpse at some of our proud members
Alivia Murphy - Gamma Chapter
President of Gamma Chapter
President of Nu Omega Psi Sorority Inc.
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Profession: State Auditor, Church Secretary, & Travel Agent.
Hobbies: Food, Exercise, YouTube(#Luving Liv) and Travel
When did I become a Swan: May 28, 2011
Why did you want to become a Swan?
I loved how Nu Omega Psi Sorority, Incorporated women were about their word and were very active in giving back to the communities in where they lived.
Why I love helping out in the community:
It's part of what we are here to do. When you are able to aid someone with anything, it makes a world of difference.
Maimah Ellis - Beta Chapter
Co-Secretary of Nu Omega Psi Sorority Inc.
Location: Raleigh, NC
Profession: Early Childhood Educator
Hobbies: Food and Reading. I love great food and a good book.
When did I become a Swan: i became a Swan on May 19, 2012
Why did you want to become a Swan?
I became a member of Nu Omega Psi Sorority, Incorporated because I saw women who desired to make a difference in their community, and I wanted to be a part of that. Also, I saw a Sisterhood Bond among the members that really inspired me.
Why I love helping out in the community:
Nu Omega Psi Sorority, Incorporated is more than a Sorority, it's a Sisterhood bond that is unmatched. We have a heart to serve our communities, and do it to the best of our abilities..
Favorite Affirmation/ or Saying: "Quitting is Not an Option"
Ebony Davis-Mattison - Beta Chapter
Co-Secretary of Nu Omega Psi Sorority, Incorporated
Location: Cary, NC
Profession: Instructional Assistant for Pre-K with Autism
Hobbies: Planning & Journaling, Bowling, Shopping and Scrapbooking
When did I become A Swan: Spring 2016
Why did I become A Swan?
I became A Swan to help enrich the lives of others that embrace sisterhood and giving back to their community using their gifts and talents.
Why I love helping out in the community:
I love helping out in the community because I get to meet new people and learn about the things that I didn't know was so greatly needed in my community. Therefore, I get to truly embrace my fellow citizens and help bring about the change that we need.
Demetrious Monday - Theta Chapter
Location: Pooler, GA
Profession: Safety Logistics Manager
Hobbies: Reading, traveling and good eating.
When did I become a Swan: April 16, 2021
Why did I want to become a Swan?
The Sisterhood bond and helping others speaks volumes for me. At times in our lives we all go through things so it's good to know that you have a lending ear or advice given to you by someone who can relate to you and can understand what you're dealing with.
Why I love helping out in the community:
Helping others has always been a major part of my life. I sometimes consider myself as a "Secret Santa" because I like helping people without them knowing. It feels good to put a smile on someone's face.
Theresa Brewster - Delta Chapter
Member of the NQP Social Media Team
Location: Bronx, NY
Profession: Party Coordinator, Spiritual Guide, Health & Wellness Coach, Life Coach (Jane of all trades).
Hobbies: Cake artist, painting, tiktoking (mrspurplelady).
When did I become a Swan: April 16, 2021
Why did I want to become a Swan? I decided to pledge because I loved the idea of sisterhood, I always wanted to be in a sorority and I thought I missed my chance and with a little bit of research and a lot of patience, I made it into this family of beautiful ladies and I couldn't feel more at home.
Why I love helping out in the community: I love helping out in the community because it's something about giving back that does something for my soul...I love to uplift and empower any change I get and being the change you want to see is important...It's better to given than receive!!!
Apryl Mcpherson - Gamma Chapter
Member of the NQP: Membership Committee
Profession - Rental Sales Associate Hobbies - I collect the Barbie Dolls of the world. I am also a Minnie Mouse Collector.
When did I become a Swan -
March 25, 2022
Why did I want to become a Swan? Being in a sorority has been a dream of mine. Greek life is a big deal in my family. I watched my mother and my sister go through the process of having a sisterhood that they can count on. I saw what they had and at that point I decided I wanted that to. I started doing my research to find a place that I could call home. I am so happy to have found this wonderful family of sisterhood and love. I love what these ladies stand for and how they help within the communities. Why do I love helping out in the community? I have always considered myself a helper in life. It gives me joy to help others and learn from them. I have been pushing myself to do more so I decided to volunteer as a troop leader with the Girl Scouts to help young ladies improve to make themselves better in life. To empower these young ladies to want more just brings so much love within me.
Shambra Holmon - Zeta Chapter Vice President
Member of the NQP: Nu life events Committee, Membership committee, Girls, Swans & Pearls Committee, Crossing Committee, Big Sister/ Little Sister, Fundraising Committee
Location-Conyers GA
Profession- Phlebotomy technician, CEO of Rare Royalty INC, co-host of Siblingties Podcast / youtube channel, Cosmetologist, CDA Certified Medical Assistant
Hobbies- crafting, party planning, going for walks, fishing, bike riding, reading, writing
When did I become a Swan: March 25, 2022
Why did I want to become a swan? I decided to pledge because growing up I wasn’t close to my biological sisters due to the circumstances of only being around my mom side of the family. I always wanted to be apart of a sisterhood of professional woman that share the same interests as me. I enjoy helping people and my community.
Why I love helping out in the community? I love helping in the community because it gives me the opportunity to be helpful where I am needed. I get to meet new people and learn new things that I never thought I would find interesting. I love NU experiences .
Favorite Affirmation/ or Saying: I am grateful for all that I have and all that is yet to come.
Lakenya Cockren - Delta Chapter President
Member of the NQP: Nu life events Committee, Membership committee, Big Sister/ Little Sister, Crossing Committee
Location- Dallas, TX
Profession- Claims Professional, Small business owner
Hobbies- crafting, shopping, traveling, and spending time with loved ones.
When did I become a Swan: March 25, 2022
Why did I want to become a swan? To be apart of an organization that value's community service, sisterhood and fellowship. This Sorority has truly shown that they are loyal to one another and hold true to the values.
Why I love helping out in the community? It shows that all the many blessings that I have received are being put to good use by helping others.
Favorite Affirmation/ or Saying: Matthew 19:26
[26] But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.
Tameka McNair- Delta Chapter
Member of the NQP: Big Sister/ Little Sister Committee
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Profession - Teacher/ Para-parent Hobbies - Color Guard, doing hair, helping under privileged youth, Property Manager, LLC Cosmetologist
When did I become a Swan -
July 7, 2023
Why did I want to become a Swan? The sisterhood, bond, and having sister friends withe the same positive attitude to see progress in our communities. I love helping in my community.
Why do I love helping out in the community? I love helping in the community because it brings joy to my heart to help in anyway I can. Weather it be helping the youth in my community or feeding the homeless which I love to do. I love buying blankets with my children in the winter, and going by the clothes pin (the center of my city) to pass them out. Just to show my children that giving back isn't to hard.
Favorite Affirmation/ or Saying: "This Too Shall Pass"
Teneshia Hopkins- Delta Chapter
Member of the NQP: Nu Life Events, Big Sister/ Little Sister, Membership Committee
Location: Houston, Texas
Profession - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Hobbies - Watching crime shows, Cooking and Traveling
When did I become a Swan -
July 7, 2023
Why did I want to become a Swan? I was looking for a group of ladies that loved doing some of the same things I loved to do.
Why do I love helping out in the community? Coming from a family of love and giving, I want to share that with others who either have never had that or have lost that.
Tamika Leggett- Beta Chapter
Member of the NQP: NQP Fundraising Committee, NQP Nu Life Events
Location: Rowland, NC
Profession - Production Worker & Substitute Teacher
Hobbies - Crafting & Cooking
When did I become a Swan -
July 7, 2023
Why did I want to become a Swan? I saw an opportunity to become a part of a sisterhood that has an unbreakable bond, and love for not only on another, but their communities.
Why do I love helping out in the community? Helping out in the community gives me the opportunity to be a bless to others
What is your favorite scripture? Proverbs 3: 5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; And lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, And He shall direct thy paths.
Tammy Silver-Belcher- Beta Chapter
Member of the NQP: I am not part of any committees yet, but I am excited to learn more and get involved soon.
Location: North Carolina
Profession - University Administration
Hobbies - Reading, Planing events, Volunteering
When did I become a Swan -
November 8, 2024
Why did I want to become a Swan? I wanted to join NQP to connect with like-minded individuals and contribute to meaningful, positive change.
Why do I love helping out in the community? I love helping because it foster connection and creates a lasting, positive impact in people's lives.
What is your favorite scripture? John 17:21 "That they all may be one." it inspires me to embrace unity and togetherness.