National Fraternity History

Phi Sigma Pi was founded at Central Missouri State University on February 14, 1916, by E.L. Hendricks, C.A. Phillips, and C.H. McClure. The Fraternity became national in 1921 when a second chapter was founded at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. The National Fraternity has since evolved from an honorary professional fraternity to a professional education fraternity, and then, in 1966, to an honor fraternity for all disciplines. Phi Sigma Pi became coeducational in 1977.

Currently, there are chapters chartered across the nation. Today, over 20,000 students, alumni and faculty at 97 institutions nationwide have met the standards for membership in Phi Sigma Pi.

Purpose

In carrying out the purpose of the National Fraternity, Phi Sigma Pi encourages three ideals:

• The acquisition and dissemination of information and knowledge through SCHOLARSHIP.

• The application of professional skills and the fostering of LEADERSHIP qualities by promoting and advancing the welfare of humanity.

• The fostering of non-discriminatory, fraternal FELLOWSHIP within Phi Sigma Pi's ranks.

Phi Sigma Pi is a balance; a balance between scholarship, leadership, and fellowship. Each leg of this tripod should be equally stressed. If one leg is stressed more than another, the National Fraternity begins to take on a different appearance.

Epsilon Delta History

The Epsilon Delta Chapter was founded at the University of South Florida on April 28, 2003. We are a part of the Southeast Region of Phi Sigma Pi, which includes three other Florida chapters -- Gamma Epsilon (University of Florida), Gamma Chi (University of Central Florida), and Gamma Eta (Florida State University). The Epsilon Delta chapter is one of the youngest chapters of Phi Sigma Pi, but we look forward to making our mark nationwide.

The diversity of the USF student body extends to our brotherhood. We have a number of nationalities represented (Russian, Albanian, Filipino, and Pakistani, to name a few), as well as a wide cross-section of majors. Brothers are able to help each other academically through study groups, book swapping and general advice. 

The Epsilon Delta Chapter participates in various activities and events at USF and in the community. Service projects include participation at USF's annual Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society; Joshua House, a local group home for children and teens; and Hope Lodge, a short term residence for cancer patients seeking treatment in Tampa. The chapter also participates in USF sponsored service events, such as Community Plunge. Each spring, we hold our Founder's Day Banquet, a formal event to celebrate the founding of the chapter, and take part in the Super Bull festivities during USF's Homecoming Week. Scholarship events include attending lectures by speakers such as Desmond Tutu, visits to local museums, and workshops to aid members in their academic and professional lives.

Important Dates in Epsilon Delta History

• April 28, 2003:  The Epsilon Delta Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi at the University of South Florida in Tampa was chartered with a colony class of 78.
                         President:  Jennifer Mathis                                        Treasurer:  Dean Karns
                         Vice-President:  Kiala Clarke                                    Historian:  Meghan Powell
                         Corresponding Secretary:  Laura Thomas               Rush Advisor:  Joey Suarez
                         Recording Secretary:  Christina Bratager                Initiate Advisor:  Wayne Bryant
                         Parliamentarian:  Tammy Wilson              

• November 20, 2004:  Epsilon Delta receives Purple and Gold award for Outstanding Fundraiser.

• March 26, 2006:  Epsilon Delta receives the "Most Helpful Chapter" award for GET SLAM'D from the Gamma Epsilon Chapter.

• April 20, 2007:  Epsilon Delta awards their first Phi Sigma Pi Scholarships to two Hillsborough County high school seniors, Melissa Chudow and Jason Almcrantz.