What is Phi Sigma Pi?
The question has often been asked, "What is Phi Sigma Pi?" Perhaps the most concrete answer is the Phi Sigma Pi is one-third honor society, one-third service organization, and one-third social fraternity. Phi Sigma Pi seeks to incorporate the best and most beneficial aspects of all of these types of organizations into its own program. The honor society aspect sets Phi Sigma Pi apart and commands respect. The social fraternity aspect builds fellowship and commitment, which in turn serves as a stimulus to undertake service projects, the greatest expression of leadership.
NATIONAL HISTORY
Phi Sigma 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 from an honorary professional education 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 charted 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.
LOCAL HISTORY
The Delta Pi Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi was founded at Texas Tech University on April 22, 2001. The Delta Pi Chapter has thrived and gained strength in just over two years. There are currently 35 members in the Chapter. The Delta Pi Chapter has become very strong internally and is now turning its focus outward, toward improving and enjoying Phi Sigma Pi nationally as well as reaching out to the Texas Tech campus and local community.