Pi Beta Phi is a national sorority for women that was founded in 1867 at Monmouth College in Illinois. Today, Pi Beta Phi has over 300,000 members across the United States and Canada. The Auburn University chapter of Pi Beta Phi was established in 1928 and has since become one of the most active and engaged chapters on campus.
Mission and Values
Pi Beta Phi’s mission is to promote friendship, develop women of intellect and integrity, and provide service to others. The sorority’s values are based on the ideals of scholarship, leadership, service, and friendship.
Chapter History
The Auburn University chapter of Pi Beta Phi was founded on March 3, 1928, by a group of 12 women. The chapter’s first president was Mary Louise Jones. The chapter quickly grew and became one of the most active on campus. In 1933, the chapter moved into its current house at 110 Samford Avenue.
Over the years, the Auburn University chapter of Pi Beta Phi has been recognized for its academic excellence, leadership, and service. In 1994, the chapter was awarded the National Chapter of the Year Award. The chapter has also been recognized for its outstanding philanthropy, having raised over $1 million for the Pi Beta Phi Foundation.
Chapter Activities
The Auburn University chapter of Pi Beta Phi is involved in a variety of activities on campus. The chapter hosts social events, service projects, and academic programs. The chapter also has a strong commitment to sisterhood and provides its members with a supportive and loving community.
Membership
Membership in Pi Beta Phi is open to women of all ages, races, and religions. The sorority’s membership process is based on a commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and friendship.
Benefits of Membership
Membership in Pi Beta Phi offers a number of benefits, including:
- Academic support: Pi Beta Phi provides its members with a variety of academic resources, including study groups, tutoring, and scholarships.
- Leadership opportunities: Pi Beta Phi offers its members a variety of leadership opportunities, including positions on the chapter executive board, committees, and philanthropic projects.
- Service opportunities: Pi Beta Phi provides its members with a variety of service opportunities, both on and off campus.
- Sisterhood: Pi Beta Phi provides its members with a strong sense of sisterhood and community.
How to Join
Interested in joining Pi Beta Phi? Contact the Auburn University chapter at 334-844-2368 or [email protected].
FAQs
Q: What are the qualifications for membership in Pi Beta Phi?
A: Membership in Pi Beta Phi is open to women of all ages, races, and religions. The sorority’s membership process is based on a commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and friendship.
Q: What are the benefits of membership in Pi Beta Phi?
A: Membership in Pi Beta Phi offers a number of benefits, including:
* Academic support
* Leadership opportunities
* Service opportunities
* Sisterhood
Q: How do I join Pi Beta Phi?
A: Contact the Auburn University chapter at 334-844-2368 or [email protected].
Q: What is the cost of membership in Pi Beta Phi?
A: The cost of membership in Pi Beta Phi varies depending on the chapter. Contact the Auburn University chapter for more information.
Q: Is Pi Beta Phi a religious organization?
A: No, Pi Beta Phi is not a religious organization. The sorority is open to women of all faiths.
Q: Is Pi Beta Phi a social sorority?
A: Yes, Pi Beta Phi is a social sorority. The sorority provides its members with a variety of social events and activities. However, Pi Beta Phi is also committed to scholarship, leadership, and service.
Q: Is Pi Beta Phi a selective sorority?
A: Yes, Pi Beta Phi is a selective sorority. The sorority’s membership process is based on a commitment to scholarship, leadership, service, and friendship.
Q: What is the average GPA of Pi Beta Phi members?
A: The average GPA of Pi Beta Phi members is 3.5.