In Columbus, Ohio, in May of 1984 a group of undergraduate students led by Dr. Josue Cruz, Assistant Vice Provost to the Office of Minority Affairs, set out to research the country for other Greek lettered organizations and learn how to begin a Latino/a fraternity at the Ohio State University.

 On March 10, 1985 at The Ohio State University, thirteen men and women were officially initiated into Alpha Psi Lambda. These individuals set the foundation for what is now the nation's first and largest co-ed Latino fraternity.

 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:

September 25, 1992

Alpha Psi Lambda was officially recognized as a National organization. 

Today

Alpha Psi Lambda has grown to include twenty chapters with over 1500 members.  It is the nation's first and largest co-ed Latino fraternity.