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Questions and AnswersWhat is "rush"?The term "rush" originated early in universities' histories when dorms were not yet available. Trains and buses full of new students would pull up to a college campus, and students would literally "rush" to fraternity and sorority houses to find a place to live. Today, "rush" and "recruitment" are used interchangeably. At Pi Kappa Alpha, we recruit men of character all year round. What does pledge mean? Don't you guys just buy your friends?Any student organization, like a fraternity, needs funds to operate. Other clubs often charge dues, just like a fraternity. The difference is that since fraternities do more than any other organization on campus, they need appropriate funding to do so. For example, part of our dues go to pay for social events such as paintballing or snow tubing. The dues are minimal when compared with the vast benefits that the fraternity offers. We also try to work with members as much as possible to find a plan that fits their needs. In other words, don't let money stop you from joining. If you ever have any questions about dues, please feel free to talk with our Treasurer, who will explain them in more detail. What if my parents don't want me to join a fraternity?Many parents will cringe at the mention of joining a fraternity. This reaction stems from the stereotyped nature of Greek life, including beer, women, parties, hazing, pranks, etc. A lot has changed since your parents went to college, and you will find that fraternity life is not at all how it is stereotypically portrayed in movies. The best way to best way to put your parents' fears to rest is to be honest and open with them - invite them to talk to any of our Brothers, Chapter Advisor, or Faculty Advisor. We would be happy to speak frankly with them on any subject. Will I be hazed?Absolutely not. Pi Kappa Alpha was the first fraternity to abolish hazing on a national level, and we have a strict anti-hazing policy. Nothing is learned through hazing and nothing is gained. You will never be forced to do anything you do not want to do. Don't just take our word for it, check out the Pike International anti-hazing policy. What if I'm not a "frat guy"?Almost all fraternity members say they came to college with no intention of joining a fraternity. But once they discovered that the stereotypes weren't true, and saw the unique lifelong friendships and opportunities that Pike has to offer, they were eager to become a member. What if I have more questions?If you have any questions about Pi Kappa Alpha or Greek life in general, please don't hesitate to contact us using the form to the right. We'd be more than happy to discuss anything with you. |
Why join PiKA?Social Networking Pi Kappa Alpha has achieved its success by attracting the highest quality individuals. The men who represent PiKA have made the decision to make the most of their college careers. From the youngest person ever to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor to countless CEOs and United States Congressmen, Pi Kappa Alpha members have set themselves apart. Pi Kappa Alpha is currently the largest international fraternity with chapters located throughout the country and even in Canada. Any dream job is ascertainable with lessons learned from Pi Kappa Alpha as well as the connections the organization provides. With alumni support like this behind any brother, future brothers are sure to succeed in all that they do. Below are listed just a few of the prominent individuals that have come from a successful background with Pi Kappa Alpha. BrotherhoodThe most recognized word associated with fraternities is brotherhood. Brotherhood is the feeling you get when you win intramurals, when your fraternity brother is elected student body president, when alumni come back for homecoming and they share old stories, and when you hold the best social functions on campus. It's the feeling you get when you know you are surrounded by men who represent the best the university has to offer. Brotherhood makes undergraduate years fun, and produces friendships and memories that last a lifetime.  ChallengesThe challenge is to hold yourself to a higher standard, to stand out and make the most of the opportunities the college experience presents. Competition, pride and superior organization drive the members of Pi Kappa Alpha to hold themselves to a higher standard. The results are historic. College is what you make of it; a competitive edge drives Pi Kappa Alpha to lead the fraternity world, and men to accomplish great things. Statistics All but two U.S. presidents since 1825 were in a fraternity. 62% of all U.S. Congressmen/women are Greek. Yet Greeks make up only 3% of the U.S. population. Awards
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