Parents Info
Dear Parents,
On behalf of Santiago Hyslop III, President and the Iota Beta Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, we would like to congratulate your son on his choice to attend The University of Texas at San Antonio. He has taken the first step on a path to becoming a great man and leader. We encourage him to continue on this road of success and join Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity.
As your son enters University of Texas at San Antonio, you'll be worrying about such things as his living situation, academic success, physical and mental health, social development, and general well being. We understand your fears and share your concerns since we were all in that position at one time. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity will act as a second home to your son and as a place of support as he enters into this new phase of his life. We will reinforce the values you have instilled in him, stimulate his intellectual growth, further his development as a leader, support him during any troubling times, offer advice, and challenge him to become a better man.
All fraternities are seeking to combat the "Animal House" stereotype that surrounds Greek Life. Fraternities were founded on the principles of personal growth, character, and academic development. In an effort to return to this noble fraternal existence, Pi Kapps strive to be Men of CLASS by upholding the principles of Character, Leadership, Achievement, Sportsmanship, and Service. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity sets itself apart as the only national fraternity to own and operate its own philanthropy organization, Push America. Through volunteering with Push America, brothers make it a point to serve and improve the quality of life for those with disabilities. At Pi Kappa Phi, we understand that your son is in college primarily to receive an education and being in a fraternity should not interfere with your son's collegiate experience, but rather complement it.
As a parent, it's a good idea for you to learn about fraternities so you can help your son make the best decision about whether or not he should be part of Greek life at his college. Pi Kappa Phi is unique among today’s fraternities as we were founded as being a unique “non-fraternity” and focusing on “Redefining Fraternity as a Lifelong Brotherhood of Leaders.” Our members are leaders on campus, serving as student body presidents, student senators, IFC presidents and leaders of other campus organizations. Our alumni include a large number of governors, senators, congressmen, military leaders, athletes and CEO’s of Fortune 500 companies.
Academics
Academics should be your son's number one focus while in college. That's why we require a minimum 2.70 GPA in order to be initiated and remain a member in good standing. Each chapter has an adult alumnus serving as their Chapter Advisor and other adult advisors who assist the chapter with financial management, scholarship, alumni relations and other areas. Furthermore, we offer a number of educational programs, such as tutoring and study sessions, which can assist the entire chapter in excelling academically. We are the only fraternity to offer a stipend to a local faculty member to serve as the Academic Coach for a chapter and assist the members in developing sound study habits and time management skills. We also offer a number of scholarships, both on the local and national level and semester recognition (Order of The Lamp) to members earning a minimum 3.25 GPA. Since obtaining a degree is the main reason for attending college, make sure your student realizes that he must keep up his grades if he wants to participate in a Greek organization.
Activities
Pi Kappa Phi offers the opportunity to participate in many activities. The kind of activities your son may participate in will vary depending on which chapter he joins. Possible activities may include:
Fundraising for Push America – our own national philanthropy
Tutoring students
Conducting environmental and neighborhood cleanups
Participating in student government
Volunteering or making a “friendship visit” to a local group home or shelter
Participating in intramural athletics
Attending social mixers or group attendance at campus sporting events
If your son decides to go Greek, you should stress how important it is to balance social activities and academics. If his grades start to slip, he may want to cut back on the activities in which he is involved. Keep in mind that while fraternity life is great for some students, it's not for everyone. You should discuss with your son what he would like to do and then support his decision.
Membership in Pi Kappa Phi is a lifelong commitment. It can and has been very rewarding for thousands of men throughout our 100+ year history. Your son will learn leadership skills and experience a bond that cannot be obtained in the classroom alone. He will make lifelong friendships and have a permanent connection with more than 80,000 living alumni brothers around the world.
Feel free to contact me for any questions you may have about Pi Kappa Phi or fraternity life in general and the college experience.
Best Regards,
Santiago Hyslop III
President
Iota Beta Chapter
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
[email protected]
On behalf of Santiago Hyslop III, President and the Iota Beta Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, we would like to congratulate your son on his choice to attend The University of Texas at San Antonio. He has taken the first step on a path to becoming a great man and leader. We encourage him to continue on this road of success and join Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity.
As your son enters University of Texas at San Antonio, you'll be worrying about such things as his living situation, academic success, physical and mental health, social development, and general well being. We understand your fears and share your concerns since we were all in that position at one time. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity will act as a second home to your son and as a place of support as he enters into this new phase of his life. We will reinforce the values you have instilled in him, stimulate his intellectual growth, further his development as a leader, support him during any troubling times, offer advice, and challenge him to become a better man.
All fraternities are seeking to combat the "Animal House" stereotype that surrounds Greek Life. Fraternities were founded on the principles of personal growth, character, and academic development. In an effort to return to this noble fraternal existence, Pi Kapps strive to be Men of CLASS by upholding the principles of Character, Leadership, Achievement, Sportsmanship, and Service. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity sets itself apart as the only national fraternity to own and operate its own philanthropy organization, Push America. Through volunteering with Push America, brothers make it a point to serve and improve the quality of life for those with disabilities. At Pi Kappa Phi, we understand that your son is in college primarily to receive an education and being in a fraternity should not interfere with your son's collegiate experience, but rather complement it.
As a parent, it's a good idea for you to learn about fraternities so you can help your son make the best decision about whether or not he should be part of Greek life at his college. Pi Kappa Phi is unique among today’s fraternities as we were founded as being a unique “non-fraternity” and focusing on “Redefining Fraternity as a Lifelong Brotherhood of Leaders.” Our members are leaders on campus, serving as student body presidents, student senators, IFC presidents and leaders of other campus organizations. Our alumni include a large number of governors, senators, congressmen, military leaders, athletes and CEO’s of Fortune 500 companies.
Academics
Academics should be your son's number one focus while in college. That's why we require a minimum 2.70 GPA in order to be initiated and remain a member in good standing. Each chapter has an adult alumnus serving as their Chapter Advisor and other adult advisors who assist the chapter with financial management, scholarship, alumni relations and other areas. Furthermore, we offer a number of educational programs, such as tutoring and study sessions, which can assist the entire chapter in excelling academically. We are the only fraternity to offer a stipend to a local faculty member to serve as the Academic Coach for a chapter and assist the members in developing sound study habits and time management skills. We also offer a number of scholarships, both on the local and national level and semester recognition (Order of The Lamp) to members earning a minimum 3.25 GPA. Since obtaining a degree is the main reason for attending college, make sure your student realizes that he must keep up his grades if he wants to participate in a Greek organization.
Activities
Pi Kappa Phi offers the opportunity to participate in many activities. The kind of activities your son may participate in will vary depending on which chapter he joins. Possible activities may include:
Fundraising for Push America – our own national philanthropy
Tutoring students
Conducting environmental and neighborhood cleanups
Participating in student government
Volunteering or making a “friendship visit” to a local group home or shelter
Participating in intramural athletics
Attending social mixers or group attendance at campus sporting events
If your son decides to go Greek, you should stress how important it is to balance social activities and academics. If his grades start to slip, he may want to cut back on the activities in which he is involved. Keep in mind that while fraternity life is great for some students, it's not for everyone. You should discuss with your son what he would like to do and then support his decision.
Membership in Pi Kappa Phi is a lifelong commitment. It can and has been very rewarding for thousands of men throughout our 100+ year history. Your son will learn leadership skills and experience a bond that cannot be obtained in the classroom alone. He will make lifelong friendships and have a permanent connection with more than 80,000 living alumni brothers around the world.
Feel free to contact me for any questions you may have about Pi Kappa Phi or fraternity life in general and the college experience.
Best Regards,
Santiago Hyslop III
President
Iota Beta Chapter
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
[email protected]