Gamma Xi Phi

The Fraternity for Artists and Creators

Tag: Honorary

  • Gamma Xi Phi Remembers Honorary Brother Allen “Uzikee” Nelson

    Artist. Sculptor. Engineer. Cultural Icon.

    We the artists of Gamma Xi Phi regret to announce the passing of Brother Allen “Uzikee” Nelson, September 22nd, 2026.

    Brother Nelson was a sculptor, educator, and former engineering faculty member of the University of the District of Columbia, located in Washington D.C.’s 4th Ward. His art, crafted from steel and glass, brought African-inspired works to the area.

    He has created many works in his life, the most notable being “(Here I stand) In the Spirit of Paul Robeson”, “Saint Dennard: The Edifying Spirit”, and “Doc”. Most of his art work can be seen around Washington D.C. 

    Brother Nelson was a Spring 2015 Honorary initiate of Gamma Xi Phi.

    We will remember Brother Nelson for his works, his life, his community impact, and we cherish the memory and rich legacy he leaves us all  with.

  • A Life in Motion: Remembering Brother Christopher Brient

    A Life in Motion: Remembering Brother Christopher Brient

    Gamma Xi Phi, the professional fraternity for artists, has fewer than 100 members and is less than ten years old.  When Christopher Brient became a member of the fraternity, there were less than 30 members—the majority of whom were not subject to a ritualistic initiation.  The organization was only two and a half years old when he entered.  He was the fraternity’s second honorary member. 

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  • Seasoned Artist, Emerging Hip-Hop Collective Initiated

    Seasoned Artist, Emerging Hip-Hop Collective Initiated

    Newark, New Jersey, October 15, 2013— Gamma Xi Phi, the professional fraternity for artists, has selected four new honorary initiates: visual artist, curator, and educator Nette Forné Thomas; emcee, producer, and engineer Ess Vee; visual artist and graphic designer Hue.Man; and artist manager, videographer, and web designer Add. The initiation was conducted on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at GlassRoots, Inc., in Newark, New Jersey. (more…)

  • Second Honorary Member Initiated

    Washington, DC, August 12, 2013— Gamma Xi Phi, the professional fraternity for artists, has selected professional dancer and stepper Christopher Brient as an honorary member of the organization. His initiation was conducted on Saturday, August 10, 2013. (more…)

  • First Honorary Member to be Initiated

    First Honorary Member to be Initiated

    Washington, DC, February 18, 2013— Gamma Xi Phi, the professional fraternity for artists, has selected music archivist Kevin Coombe as the first honorary member of the organization. He will make remarks to the public on Saturday, February 23, 2013. (more…)