Phi Sigma Pi History and Purpose

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HISTORY

Phi Sigma Pi was founded at Central Missouri State University on February
14, 1916, by E.L. Hendricks, C.A. Phillips, and C.H. McClure. The Fraternity
became national in 1921 when a second chapter was founded at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. The National Fraternity has since evolved from an honorary professional fraternity to a professional education fraternity,and then, in 1966, to an honor fraternity for all disciplines. Phi Sigma Pi became coeducational in 1977.
Currently, there are chapters chartered throughout the Mid-West and East Coast. Today, over 20,000 students, alumni and faculty in ninety-four institutions nationwide have met the standards for membership in Phi Sigma Pi. The Upsilon Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi is located at Edinboro University in Pennsylvania. We received our charter on October 29, 1938. After a brief period of inactivity we reactivated on October 15, 1991. Phi Sigma Pi was founded on February 14, 1916. Originally a teacher's fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi was not known as an honor fraternity until 1966. The change from a teacher's fraternity to an honor fraternity was made because of closing the state teacher's colleges. Another change was made in Phi Sigma Pi on October 7, 1977. On this date, the constitution of Phi Sigma Pi was amended to admit females. The first female members were admitted to the fraternity in the fall semester of 1977. Phi Sigma Pi continues to evolve to suit the needs of its brothers. Together, we help each other onward in our search for Scholarship, Leadership, and Fellowship.

MISSION

In carrying out the purpose of the National Fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi shall strive to
personify and encourage three ideals:
1. The acquisition and dissemination of information and knowledge through scholarship,
2. The application of professional skills and the fostering of leadership
qualities by promoting and advancing the welfare of humanity, and
3. The fostering of non-discriminatory, fraternal fellowship within Phi Sigma Pi's
ranks.

ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP

The following are the national requirements for eligibility in Phi Sigma Pi.
--A minimum of one semester or one quarter of college work.
--Achieved at least a 3.00 Cumulative GPA on a 4.00 scale (where an A=4.00 at your sheltering institution.
--Complete the approved initiation program of the chapter.
--Meet any financial obligations.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the purpose of the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity?

Phi Sigma Pi is a coeducational national honor organization, which promotes
the advancement of humanity through the application of knowledge and noble
service, while fostering a spirit of fraternal unity. The Phi Sigma Pi
National Honor Fraternity strives to empower every member to: Discover Your
Potential. Learn. Inspire. Lead.

What is the difference between an honor
fraternity and honor society?

The essential difference between an honor fraternity and an honor society is
that an honor society is an association rather than an organization, and it
functions mainly to recognize the past academic achievements of its
potential members. The honor fraternity seeks to organize the service,
fund-raising, social and recreational potential of its membership while
promoting its dedication to and respect for education and academic
excellence.

Is Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity a
well-established organization?

Phi Sigma Pi was founded on February 14, 1916 at Central Missouri State
University and currently has 96 active Collegiate Chapters with over 4,900
undergraduate members. The Phi Sigma Pi Alumni membership is over 16,000
strong with 5 Alumni Associations and 4 Alumni Chapters.

What are the advantages to becoming a member of
the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity?

Phi Sigma Pi recruits among the best and the brightest students on college
campuses. Through community service and educational programs, as well as
fellowship and recreational events, students of outstanding academic
achievement are offered the opportunity to be involved with a dynamic campus
organization. The Phi Sigma Pi experience extends beyond university life, as
well, with quality lifelong contacts and continued opportunities for
National Alumni Association member participation, continually fostering the
ideals of scholarship, leadership and fellowship.

How can I receive more information about Phi
Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity?

We invite you to explore our web site to learn more about our organization.
You may also contact your local collegiate chapter and a Phi Sigma Pi member
welcomes the opportunity to answer any questions you may have. You may also
contact our National Headquarters by clicking on one of the email links
within our site or by reaching us via phone or mail at our contact
information which is posted at the bottom of each page of our web site.

*The above information is from the National Website http://www.phisigmapi.org