Historical exhibits

These exhibits showcase the best elements of Pi Beta Phi, from traditions unique to the Fraternity to the subgroups that help the organization thrive. Check out features such as the Badge pins that identify members to the procedures for expanding chapters to new campuses.

Advisors

Alumnae Advisory Committee members shape the future of the Fraternity by sharing experiences and expertise with collegians and helping them to understand policy and implement programs.

AACs

Our Brand

The Pi Beta Phi brand and corresponding communications are how the organization presents itself to the world, illustrating who we are and what we value. Our brand reflects our mission, vision and values.

Our Brand

Extension

Pi Beta Phi welcomes the opportunity to learn more about campuses and communities looking for new chapters and carefully reviews all inquiries once there is a Panhellenic vote for extension.

Extension

Our Founders

In 1867, 12 bold, courageous young women established the sisterhood that would become Pi Beta Phi. Since then, more than 350,000 members have joined the bonds of wine and silver blue.

Our Founders

Housing

Within Pi Phi facilities, our members build leadership skills and create lifelong friendships. Some of members’ fondest memories are formed in Pi Phi housing.

Housing

Notable Pi Phis

These women, through their words and deeds, are admired as particularly outstanding Pi Phis. We are grateful for their exceptional leadership and generous service.

Notable Pi Phis

Pi Phi Firsts

As a premier organization for women, Pi Phi has been the first women's fraternity to establish a number of original frameworks and governing institutions throughout our history.

Pi Phi Firsts

The Arrow

The Arrow® of Pi Beta Phi is the official publication of Pi Beta Phi Fraternity. Its purpose is to present matters of value and represent the worthiest interest of Fraternity women.

The Arrow

Convention

Held biennially, Pi Phi conventions provide opportunities for collegians and alumnae to gather in sisterhood, conduct Fraternity business, elect International Officers and celebrate true friendship.

Convention

GRAND COUNCIL

Grand Council serves as the governing body of Pi Beta Phi and is elected biennially at convention.

GRAND COUNCIL

Headquarters

Located in Town and Country, Missouri, Headquarters provides a number of resources to fulfill the ever-evolving needs of collegians and alumnae.

Headquarters

Music

A special part of gatherings, ceremonies and Ritual, music is a cherished part of Pi Phi history and tradition that brings sisters together—no matter their age or chapter of affiliation.

Music

NPC

Pi Beta Phi is a founding member of The National Panhellenic Conference. Read about our long history together and learn about Pi Beta Phi members who helped shape the fraternity and sorority world.

NPC

Programming

Programming offers members a way to engage in conversations about personal, intellectual and professional development as leaders and as dedicated members of their communities.

Programming

The Badge

Pi Beta Phi's golden arrow is considered "the outward and visible sign of the inward and spiritual grace that has placed its approval upon nothing short of the true, honest, just, pure, lovely."

The Badge

Cookie Shines

In 1873, members of the Kansas Alpha Chapter held a great feast, dubbed a “Cookie Shine” by the University Chancellor. By 1885, it had become a Pi Beta Phi tradition.

Cookie Shines

Our Foundation

Established in 1990, Pi Beta Phi Foundation enables the Fraternity to realize its mission and ensures the future of our sisterhood through the generosity of donors.

Our Foundation

Holt House

In 1867, a group of young women attending Monmouth College met in a room rented from “Major” Jacob Holt. They founded I.C. Sorosis, now Pi Beta Phi.

Holt House

MEETING RITUAL

The purpose of meeting Ritual is to establish a tone for the business of the Fraternity through a uniform opening and closing for meetings across our organization.

MEETING RITUAL

Philanthropy

Our founders knew the importance of giving back to their communities, and the earliest chapters raised funds to support libraries. The benefits of education have always been a driving force for Pi Beta Phi.

Philanthropy

Settlement School

In 1911, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, was chosen as the site of a settlement school because members felt Pi Phi could make a difference in the lives of its residents.

Settlement School

Pi Phi Events

Pi Phi programs and events promote personal growth, provide opportunities for service and give collegians and alumnae a way to develop and practice their leadership skills. Our events are a way for members to establish meaningful connections with other Pi Phis, spanning distance and generations.

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