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| − | '''[http://www.dailyorange.com/news/syracuse-places-20th-for-most-graduates-in-teach-for-america-1.2597248 Syracuse places 20th for most graduates in Teach For America (Daily Orange - | + | '''[http://www.thenortherner.com/?p=10919 Non-greek fraternity seeks you (The Northerner - 28 September 2011)]''' <br> |
| + | '''Phi Sigma Pi (ΕΡ)''' has many similarities to its Greek counterparts. It entails weekly meetings, formals, and social gatherings such as a Halloween and Christmas party and the payment of dues each semester, that are considerably lower than the dues of Greek sororities and fraternities. PSP also holds many community service events such as their recent alcohol awareness event. The fraternity hosts events with alumni, and won Best in Region at the 2011 nationals for its events held, chapter moral and timeliness in meeting requirements. | ||
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| + | '''[http://www.dailyorange.com/news/syracuse-places-20th-for-most-graduates-in-teach-for-america-1.2597248 Syracuse places 20th for most graduates in Teach For America (Daily Orange - 19 September 2011)]''' <br> | ||
Syracuse University ranked high on Teach For America's "Top Contributors List" this year, with 41 graduates placed in teaching jobs. The high ranking can also be attributed to TFA's presence on SU's campus, as the organization has done a good job of branding itself, Cahill said. TFA is the philanthropy of '''Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity (ΒΕ)''' and is supported yearlong by SU's chapter. TFA representatives come to campus often; Kopp has come to Syracuse twice to speak to students. | Syracuse University ranked high on Teach For America's "Top Contributors List" this year, with 41 graduates placed in teaching jobs. The high ranking can also be attributed to TFA's presence on SU's campus, as the organization has done a good job of branding itself, Cahill said. TFA is the philanthropy of '''Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity (ΒΕ)''' and is supported yearlong by SU's chapter. TFA representatives come to campus often; Kopp has come to Syracuse twice to speak to students. | ||
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Non-greek fraternity seeks you (The Northerner - 28 September 2011)
Phi Sigma Pi (ΕΡ) has many similarities to its Greek counterparts. It entails weekly meetings, formals, and social gatherings such as a Halloween and Christmas party and the payment of dues each semester, that are considerably lower than the dues of Greek sororities and fraternities. PSP also holds many community service events such as their recent alcohol awareness event. The fraternity hosts events with alumni, and won Best in Region at the 2011 nationals for its events held, chapter moral and timeliness in meeting requirements.
Syracuse places 20th for most graduates in Teach For America (Daily Orange - 19 September 2011)
Syracuse University ranked high on Teach For America's "Top Contributors List" this year, with 41 graduates placed in teaching jobs. The high ranking can also be attributed to TFA's presence on SU's campus, as the organization has done a good job of branding itself, Cahill said. TFA is the philanthropy of Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity (ΒΕ) and is supported yearlong by SU's chapter. TFA representatives come to campus often; Kopp has come to Syracuse twice to speak to students.
Frisbee tournament benefits fight against domestic violence (Lehigh Valley Live - 12 September 2011)
A benefit frisbee tournament held on Sunday at the STEPS front lawn raised money for Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, a haven for victims of abuse and their children. Phi Sigma Pi sponsors the local philanthropic organization, which provides shelter and consulting services for domestic violence victims in the Lehigh Valley area. The fundraiser, spearheaded by Public Relations Chair of Phi Sigma Pi Kara Twing (ΔΧ), '13, raised over $100 for Turning Point through the help of the participants and local restaurants in the area.
A is for Ambassador: Students serve as role models at WKU (WKUHerald - 2 September 2011)
Alvin Farmer (ΒΦ) was soon hired as a peer advisor in the Academic Advising and Retention Center, joined Phi Sigma Pi honors fraternity. Lastly, he applied to become a Spirit Master, a position that makes him an ambassador for WKU. As an ambassador, Farmer said he strives to hold all the values of the school along with his own.
Farming for a change (The Daily Campus - 2 September 2011)
The Lutz Children's Museum is located in a schoolhouse in Manchester, and is catered toward bolstering the knowledge of young children. Its exhibits are filled with historical artifacts and artistic displays that are changed on a regular basis. Faiella said that the current exhibit is a set up of downtown Manchester from the 1940s. Faiella has been getting help from UConn students as well, primarily from the Phi Sigma Pi (ΒΠ) and Alpha Phi Omega fraternities, she said.
Phi Sigma Pi chapter advisor receives national award (WKUNews - 10 August 2011)
David Serafini (ΒΦ), a history instructor at WKU, was honored with the Phi Sigma Pi 2011 Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award on Saturday at the Phi Sigma Pi National Banquet in Washington, D.C.
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