Questions and Answers
What is the date when a Phi Sig member was gunned down by a Phi Psi ranger?
May 28th, 2016
Which organization is known as the first fraternity?
What does NIC stand for?
North-American Interfraternity Conference
When was Phi Sigma Kappa founded?
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Who are the founders of Phi Sigma Kappa? (Select all that apply)
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What is the motto of Phi Sigma Kappa?
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When was the Eta Chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa founded?
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What are the colors of the fraternity?
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Match the following positions with their duties:
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Who is the President of the PSK Foundation?
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What is the main purpose of PSK as stated in their founding purpose?
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What year did the Eta Chapter get kicked off?
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When was the Eta Chapter rechartered?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the Grand Council members?
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What is the name of Phi Sigma Kappa's journal?
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Study Notes
Key Events and Dates
- May 28th, 2016: A Phi Sigma member was gunned down by a Phi Psi ranger.
- March 15th, 1875: Phi Sigma Kappa was founded at Massachusetts Agricultural College (UMass Amherst).
- February 20th, 1910: Phi Sigma Epsilon was founded at Kansas State Normal College (Emporia State University).
- January 8th, 1897: The Eta Chapter of Phi Sigma Kappa was founded.
- 2002: Eta Chapter was kicked off.
- 2009: Eta Chapter was recolonized.
- 2011: Eta Chapter was rechartered.
Founders and Leadership
- Phi Sigma Kappa founders include Joseph Francis Barrett, William Penn Brooks, Xenos Young Clark, Jabez William Clay, Frederick George Campbell, and Henry "****ing" Hague.
- Phi Sigma Epsilon founders include Raymond Victor Bottomly, W. Roy Campbell, W. Ingram Forde, Humphrey Jones, Robert C. Mairley, Orin M. Rhine, and Fred M. Thompson.
- Current Eta Chapter exec board: Liam Fulling (President), Harrison Kraus (Vice President), Ethan Winters (Secretary), Brandon Kleinmann (Treasurer), James Corley (Sentinel), Jack Schemmel (Inductor).
- Chapter Advisor: Jay Gobeil.
Principles and Values
- Motto: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
- Cardinal Principles of Phi Sigma Kappa: Promote Brotherhood, Stimulate Scholarship, Develop Character.
- Related principles of Phi Sigma Epsilon emphasize justice, wisdom, and honor.
Organizational Structure
- NIC (North-American Interfraternity Conference) includes general fraternities from the US and Canada.
- Grand Chapter's chief legislative body is the General Convention, held every two years.
- The Grand Council serves as the chief policy-making body, composed of the Grand President and Board of Directors.
- IHQ (International Headquarters) coordinates activities across chapters, colonies, and alumni clubs from Indianapolis, Indiana.
Membership and Segments
- Six degrees of membership ranging from undergraduate chapter members to elected Grand Council members.
- Court of Honor comprises all living past Grand Chapter presidents and past National Presidents of Phi Sigma Epsilon.
Rituals and Traditions
- Phi Sigma Kappa conducts 11 rituals including the Ritual of Association and Ritual of Initiation.
- Signet is the official journal of Phi Sigma Kappa.
Foundation and Support Programs
- Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation focuses on educational support and leadership programs for its members.
- Funds three programs: Leadership Schools, Grand Chapter Website, and Leadership Institute.
Chapter History and Milestones
- Eta Chapter’s original address: 7.
- Notable past Eta Chapter presidents post-rechartering include Jay Gobeil, Chris Flood, and Liam Fulling.
- President of the Eta Alumni Association: Joe Criscuoli; President of Eta Housing Corp: John Wright.
Demographics and Notable Members
- Sinister 6 members: Jay Gobeil, Adam Elbaz, Ryan Kief, Roshan Shah, Sean Bur, Zach Gorrell.
- Sebastian Lecha has heritage from Puerto Rico and Cuba.
- Active members in the business school: Kleinmann, Rob Lewis, Scott.
- Notable engineering majors: Kelleher, Eapen, Frankle.
- Journalism majors: Connor Bell, Liam Fulling, Jack Schemmel, Duncan Woodward.
- Three active brothers not from MD, NY, or NJ: Leo, Schemmel, Liam.
Flags, Colors, and Flowers
- Fraternity flag consists of three horizontal bars with red top and bottom bars, a silver middle bar containing "Phi Sigma Kappa" in red.
- Fraternity colors are silver and red.
- Official flowers: Red Carnation and White Tea Rose.
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