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Why Phi Sigma Pi
Fraternities have arisen in response to the universal human need to form special relationships with others who share
similar ideals, goals, and interests. Therefore, all fraternities, whether social, service, professional, or honor,
must have a purpose and plan of action to unite their members.
Fraternities, whether male, female, or coeducational, are built on the concept of Brotherhood - a condition
where the closeness of the relationship existing between members promotes spiritual homogeneity and resembles the
atmosphere of the family unit. As a family, we have grown since our fouding. Once an all male organization, Phi
Sigma Pi has evolved into a coeducational organization, but the fellowship that exists among our members unites all
of us; past, present and future. How do you define Brotherhood? It is a commitment and belief in something greater
than us. That commitment is directed towards the goals of your chapter and the national organization, but most importantly
it is a commitment to others, the Brotherhood of Phi Sigma Pi. Brotherhood exists when individuals can feel free to face
their challenges knowing that others are concerned for their well-being. It is more intimate than just friendship--it
has its roots in the responsibilities and obligations an individual assumes upon induction into the Brotherhood.
While not an academic honor society, nor a Greek organization, Phi Sigma Pi possesses the best each has to offer and much
more! Phi Sigma Pi is built upon a tripod of scholarship, leadership, and fellowship. This tripod represents the ideals
we encourage our members to carry out in their daily lives. The question most often asked is "what is an 'honor'
fraternity?" Phi Sigma Pi seeks the best and brightest men and women. Among the qualities we seek in potential
members is academic achievement. Quantitatively, the standard measure used is academic grade point average. Many
collediate organizations have academic standards, and while our requirement is higher than most, it alone does not define
scholarly achievement.
Attaining and sharing scholarly knowledge as well as demonstrating leadership through service to others as part of a
Brotherhood is what Phi Sigma Pi offers its members. We are the preeminent collegiate organization for men and women, an
organization worthy of the title of Honor Fraternity. Commiting yourself to our ideals is challenging, but rewarding as
it will lead to your worthiness of being called a Brother of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity.
Phi Sigma Pi is a balance of scholarship, leadership, and fellowship. Each leg of the tripod must be equally stressed, or
the chapter may too closely resemble an honor society, service organization, or social fraternity. Phi Sigma Pi's goals
are to cultivate and encourage high scholastic achievement, build leadership skills through service to others, and
strengthen social skills. These will allow the individual to mature and develop into a thinking, concerned, well-rounded
person who will be an asset to our society.
From The Scholar's Province; ©2006 Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity.
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