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Students headed to D.C. (Times Reporter.com - 13 January 09)
Area college students Colleen Maleski (ΒΙ) of Tippecanoe and A. Jenna Puskarich of Cadiz are excited at the prospect of attending the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama. The women are among top college students from across the nation who were chosen by the University Presidential Inaugural Conference to witness the historic event Tuesday.
MLK Jr. day used for service (Red and Black.com - 20 January 09)
Over 700 volunteers united forces Monday to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy as a part of Hands on Northeast Georgia's day of service. While some groups hauled mulch, pulled weeds and built a sandbox for the school's Pre-K, others hung red, white and blue streamers from classroom doors. "The connection [between Martin Luther King and Barack Obama] speaks for itself," said Emily Baggett (ΒΖ), as she reached up to secure some patriotic ornaments. Baggett, a junior from Warner Robbins, volunteered with her fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi.
Free Expression Section: Ladies' Week of Expression (The West Georgian - 20 January 09)
Aleta Watson (ΓΔ) is a remarkable and brilliant young woman with a very bright future. She is in her third year and is currently working on a Mass Communications degree with a minor in Sociology. Not only is Aleta an outstanding student, but also involved in several organizations such as Phi Sigma Pi (a national honors fraternity), Women of Diversity, and the NAACP.
Co-ed fraternity breaks the mold (Amherst Wire - 27 December 08)
“I love being part of a co-ed fraternity,” said UMass Senior Marisa Pacifico (ΒΥ), who has been a “brother” since 2007, “It’s a great mix of diverse people. I don’t remember a time when I’ve ever gotten in a fight with any of them; they’re all just really cool people.”
WCU students donate over 5000 bears (WCUQuad.com - 8 December 08)
Michelle Filling (ΑΕ) is an alumni of WCU and graduated in 2002. This year marked her 10th Bear Fair as a volunteer. As an undergrad she was the service chair of Phi Sigma Pi, national service fraternity, and also worked in the Office of Service-Learning. The reason that Filling keeps coming back every year is because she said she has personally seen how much it can help.
Buford Students Spend a "Day in the Life" of a UVA Student (WCAV CBS 19 - 14 November 08)
"We just want them to get an idea of what it would be like to go to college and get them excited about the prospect," said Therese Verkerke (ΑΟ), the Service Chair of Phi Sigma Pi. "Because we want them to start thinking early about it, and I think it could really help them in their studies."
Phi Sigma Pi launches winter coat drive (The Crimson White - 11 November 08)
The season of giving is upon us. Phi Sigma Pi (ΔΒ), a national honors fraternity, is engaging in the season by sponsoring a coat drive in conjunction with the Salvation Army and the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center.
Phi Sigma Pi aims to reduce drunk driving (CM Life.com - 22 October 08)
On Monday in the Charles V. Park Library Auditorium, Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΜ) members handed out packets of information as guests arrived. The packets included MADD statistics from the state campaign to eliminate drunk driving, and four letters addressed to Gov. Jennifer Granholm asking that more laws be passed to help prevent drunk driving from occurring.
Students throw strikes to benefit American Cancer Society (The Maneater - 7 November 08)
On Wednesday, fellow members of honors fraternity Phi Sigma Pi (ΔΞ) joined her in as they bowled in Brady's Bowl Over Cancer, an event benefiting the American Cancer Society organized by the Student Union Programming Board.
Non-traditional Greeks bring new perspective to CU life (The Campus Press - 29 October 08)
Phi Sigma Pi, a coed honors fraternity, is also working on member recruitment. Open to students of all majors, the fraternity focuses on academic and social activities. "It's easy and casual, a lot of what you put into it," said Brittni Smith (ΔΣ), a sophomore English major and fundraising chair for the fraternity.
PSU fans flock back for homecoming festivities (Centre Daily - 18 October 08)
Many floats were focused on today’s football matchup against Michigan. Phi Sigma Pi (ΑΠ) and Alpha Chi Sigma featured a tissue-paper and chicken wire parody of the game “Operation” with a predicted score of 31-0.
Phi Sigma Pi to hold Philanthropy Week (Morehead State News - 16 October 08)
The Morehead State University chapter of Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΒ) will sponsor several events during their First Philanthropy Week, Oct. 26 – Nov. 1. Proceeds from events held during Philanthropy Week will benefit Teach for America, all Rowan County school libraries and the MSU College of Education.
Habitat for Humanity's Shack-a-Thon spreads awareness for homelessness (The Daily Orange - 6 October 08)
"Even though it's raining, it really encourages us to be here," said Jeniffer Manon (ΒΕ), a senior psychology and child and family studies major. "We know how affected people get when they don't have adequate housing, and it is important students witness what goes on just beyond campus."
Phi Sigma Pi 'Easy as Pi' 5k run, walk raises $600 (CM-Life.com - 6 October 08)
The brisk weekend weather didn't stop about 30 runners from participating in Phi Sigma Pi's "Easy as Pi 5k Run/Walk" on Saturday at Island Park. Gamma Mu donated an estimated $600 to Teach For America through a silent auction and registration fees for runners.
Reason to run in Perry 5K (Collegiate Times - 29 September 08)
To honor his memory, Michael Perry's (ΑΡ) fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi, created the Michael B. Perry 5K Run and Walk. This year was the 11th annual event run by Phi Sigma Pi. The race has occurred every year since his fatal motorcycle accident.
Accomplished Writer at 22 (The Seahawk - 25 September 08)
Meghan Barnes (ΒΟ), is currently double majoring in creative writing with a focus in fiction and English literature, and minoring in global environmental geology. She writes for two local magazines, The Beat and Bootleg, and is also the fellowship chair of Phi Sigma Pi.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society walk raises awareness (The Daily Orange - 18 September 08)
Lisa Berry (ΒΕ), a senior magazine journalism major, walked with her honors fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi, which was a co-sponsor of the event.
Malvern native returns as doctor (Malvern Daily Record - 20 August 08)
Dr. Dylan Thaxton, M.D. (ΓΛ), will be joining Dr. Burton at the Malvern Diagnostic Clinic. Thaxton was born and raised in Malvern and is a 1997 graduate of Malvern High School. Since 2001, Thaxton has been committed to come back to Malvern to practice medicine after receiving assistance for medical school from the Community Match Program.
Meghan Sidelnick graduates from Millersville University alongside her 2 sisters (ReadingEagle.com - 11 May 08)
Past Todd Tripod Scholarship and Rolla F. Wood Graduate Scholarship winner Meghan (Shannon) Sidelnick (Σ) graduated from Millersville University on Sat. May 10th. A very proud day for Meghan's family as she had the honor to graduate along with her two sisters at the same graduation ceremony.
Imagine RIT - Phi Sigma Pi’s Picture-taker (ReporterMag.com - 25 April 08)
On May 3, left and right brain thinkers will gather for RIT’s first (and soon to be annual) Imagine RIT festival, to kick off the month of May. Inspired by Rube Goldberg’s intricately complex creations that carry out simple tasks, Phi Sigma Pi (ΔΑ) set out to make a machine of their own, one that would involve the most complicated way to take a picture.
Profs Face Off With Freshmen Assistance (CornellSun.com - 14 April 08)
The purpose of the event was two-fold, not only to entertain but to benefit a cause. Phi Sigma Pi (ΒΝ) donated the proceeds to its national philanthropy, Teach for America. TFA’s Cornell Campus Campaign Coordinator Stephanie Wickham ’08 said, “Teach for America is really thankful that PSP put on this event, especially because it is an event targeted towards freshman and we are looking to get freshmen involved [in TFA].”
Finding a tradition in Relay for Life (Technicianonline.com - 14 April 08)
Adam Berry (ΒΔ) stayed at Lee Field for more than 16 hours -- six of which were spent walking around the field to keep his team, Phi Sigma Pi, eligible to complete the Relay. Besides the "obvious benefit for cancer research," Berry said the 16 hours allowed him time to get to know other people in his fraternity.
Attend Earth Day Festival (WNKY.net - 13 April 08)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΒΦ) will be collecting plastic bags to recycle and there will also be a very important ribbon cutting ceremony for the new recycling bin by SGA.
Fraternity aims to boost awareness of AIDS epidemic (DailyTargum.com - 8 April 08)
"It's an epidemic that people have year-round, not just once a year," said Phi Sigma Pi Vice President Ramona Perry (ΑΘ), a Douglass College junior. "That is part of the reason we are holding AIDS Awareness Week in the spring rather than during the time it is usually celebrated."
First alternative Greek Week raises $140 for MS charity (GWHatchet.com - 3 April 08)
Chris Diaz (ΒΜ), president of Phi Sigma Pi and the primary coordinator of Alternative Greek Week, said although this is the first year they have held the event, "the attendance and enthusiasm of all the fraternities and sororities involved has been phenomenal."
Purdue students show they care (JCOnline.com - 3 April 08)
Members of the service fraternity Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΑ) have had a busy week promoting literacy.
UGA Today (RedAndBlack.com - 28 March 08)
Relay for Life Benefit Concert. Hosted by Phi Sigma Pi (ΒΖ). There will be a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses. All ticket proceeds benefit Relay for Life.
Blood drive set for Thursday (HattiesburgAmerican.com - 24 March 08)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΝ) and Red Cross Council will host a blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross on Thursday.
CU student loses hair, gains perspective (The Campus Press.com - 16 March 08)
Alison Mc Mahon (ΔΣ), a 19-year-old senior MCDB and integrative physiology major, went bald on March 15 to raise money for childhood cancer research with the St. Baldrick's Foundation.
Volunteers spruce up path (News-Leader.com - 16 March 08)
The students from the consumer marketing class Anerett is taking, along with members of the Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΣ) honor society who were out to fulfill community service pledges, did a lot to brighten the day for Ozark Greenways volunteer coordinator Ryan Fitzpatrick.
Students learn to invest (TheTriangle.org - 29 February 08)
Drexel students learned about investing and got insight into financial planning from representatives of Citi-Smith Barney, Commerce Bank and a Drexel finance professor at Phi Sigma Pi (ΓΞ) national honors fraternity's "Got Money?" event Feb. 26.
"Enemies" World Premiere Introduces Theater Noir To Eastern Carolina (WJBF ABC-6 - 14 February 08)
Magnolia Arts Center and the East Carolina University chapter of Phi Sigma Pi (Τ), national honor fraternity, will present the world premiere production of ECU professor and playwright Joseph Horst’s play “Enemies” on February 16, 2008.
Kelly Gambill named Student Leader of the Month (UTSAToday - 12 February 08)
The UTSA Office of Student Activities announces Kelly Gambill (ΕΜ) as Student Leader of the Month for December/January 2008.
Phi Sigma Pi Honors Local High School Students (Hilltoponline.com - 12 February 08)
Martinette Jennifer and Brittney Govan were the guests of honor Monday night at the Alpha Tau chapter of Phi Sigma Pi's First Scholarship Dinner.
Pendry to be intern in Missouri (Galesburg.com - 25 January 08)
Lucas Pendry (Β) been chosen to participate in Truman State University’s Missouri Government Internship Program for the spring 2008 semester. He will be interning in the office of Secretary of State Robin Carnahan.
Phi Sigma Pi to host second annual 5K Sunday (The Crimson White - 31 October 07)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΔΒ) honors fraternity is hosting its second annual 5-kilometer run/walk on Sunday to raise money for Teach for America.
UCM receives half-million dollar gift (digitalburg.com - 26 October 07)
The University of Central Missouri has received a half million dollar gift from the late William (Α) and June Koier, UCM President Aaron Podolefsky announced today.
Students walk for literacy (Dailytargum.com - 23 October 07)
"Our philanthropy is to help in education and so we thought doing this would be a good idea," said Phi Sigma Pi member Joy Park (ΑΘ), a Rutgers College senior.
Working To Close The Achievement Gap (The Daily Campus - 19 October 07)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΒΠ) sponsored a panel discussion Thursday evening hosted by TFA entitled "Our Generation, Our Problem - Closing the Achievement Gap."
Homecoming invades downtown streets (The Daily Collegian - 15 October 07)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΑΠ) had a float reminiscent of "Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots" but with the heads of a lion and badger.
Answer: Who is Nick Rolader (RedandBlack.com - 3 October 07)
Nick Rolader (ΒΖ) is ready to roll in the dough. The dough being American currency, that is. After more than seven years of Academic Bowl membership and countless triumphs at restaurant trivia nights, the University student has scored a spot on "Jeopardy!"
Honor frat receives award (TheBreeze.com - 1 October 07)
Over the summer the Beta Rho Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity of James Madison University was awarded the Claude A. Phillips Fellowship Award for Excellence in Scholarship at the 2007 National Convention held in New Orleans.
Walk expects to raise $100,000 for cancer research (DailyOrange.com - 20 September 07)
The fight to cure cancer garnered approximately 1,000 supporters in Clinton Square on Wednesday at the ninth annual Light the Night Walk for Leukemia and Lymphoma. The event was coordinated by the Central New York Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and was co-sponsored by Phi Sigma Pi (Beta Epsilon).
National honor fraternity comes to UTSA (UTSA Today - 7 September 07)
The Phi Sigma Pi national honor fraternity comes to University of Texas at San Antonio this semester.
New semester, new beginnings for SGA (The West Georgian - 29 August 07)
SGA is welcoming Robert H. Kelly (ΓΔ) as their new president for the 2007- 2008 school year.
Dorothy M. Dombach Torchia (Lancaster Online - 12 August 07)
Dorothy M. Dombach Torchia, 93, wife of Joseph Torchia died on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at her home.
Professor Earns National Award (Daily Reflector - 23 July 07)
A technology systems professor has been recognized nationally for his work to improve the education and leadership of students on campus. David Batts (T) with the College of Technology and Computer Science, is the recipient of the Faculty Advisor Award of Excellence presented by the Professional Fraternity Association.
Robinson receives award (Sun Herald - 23 July 07)
Shelley Robinson (GN) of Gulfport has been awarded the Muscular Dystrophy Association's 2007 Robert Ross Personal Achievement Award for Mississippi.
Kristen Trusk speaks at Women in Management Luncheon (Daily Chronicle - 13 July 07)
Kristen Trusk (BW), membership director for Girl Scouts -Sybaquay Council, will give a presentation on “The Importance of Volunteering.” Girl Scout - Sybaquay Council is a nonprofit organization that serves girls and adults in McHenry County, and parts of Lake, Kane, DeKalb, LaSalle, Cook and DuPage counties.
Corrina Pysa seeks Miss Connecticut Title (Ridgefeild Press - 12 Jun 07)
Beta Pi Member Corrina Pysa (BP) will compete for Miss Connecticut Title on June 22 and 23.
Students Urged to Give (BG News - 20 Apr 07)
The Epsilon Beta Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity will be hosting its first annual Goodwill Formal presented by Pepsi.
Funeral for Erin Peterson (CBS News - 25 Apr 07)
Erin Nicole Peterson was laid to rest Tuesday wearing a shirt from a Virginia Tech honor fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi.
Reema Samaha (CBS News)
Reema Samaha, 18, a freshman from Centreville, Va.
