History of Pi Phi 

Pi Beta Phi Fraternity was founded at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois, On April 28, 1867, as I.C. Sorosis. Pi Beta Phi was the first national secret college society of women to be modeled after the Greek-letter fraternities of men. During a time when few women were admitted to colleges and universities, Pi Beta Phi created a feeling of unity among pioneering women. Holt House is the site of Pi Beta Phi’s original founding. It is used today by the community, collegiate chapters, and alumnae clubs.

As the first national secret society for women modeled after the Greek-letter fraternities of men, Pi Beta Phi has always been, and remains today, at the forefront of Greek life. Pi Beta Phi has a rich heritage and a tradition of excellence which continues in its 141th year.

From the beginning, Pi Phis have striven for academic excellence, service to their community, and the cultivation of new friendships. At Pi Phi, academic and social excellence is rewarded annually in the form of national undergraduate and graduate scholarships. Pi Phis join together in their effort to raise money for our many philanthropic projects. The main philanthropy is the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts. Our other altruistic projects include Links to Literacy, Arrow in the Artic, and the Emma Harper Turner Fund and Friendship Fund.

At Pi Beta Phi, a sincere interest in individual accomplishment and development help share the special friendships and unity that distinguish Pi Phi within the Greek community. Most of all, Pi Phis enjoy each other, and spending memorable years with great friends. The sisters of Pi Beta Phi look forward to Recruitment and an extraordinary group of "New Members" that can now share the magic of Greek life and Pi Phi.