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Penn. Beta Facts


 

  • Phi Kappa Psi Pennsylvania Beta is the oldest, uninterrupted chapter of any intercollegiate fraternity in the nation. The chapter was founded May 8, 1855, and has resided on Allegheny's campus ever since.
  • Pennsylvania Beta is committed to serving others. Last year, the chapter completed nearly 1,000 community service hours through many projects including Habitat for Humanity, MS Walk, and Students Against Multiple Sclerosis.
  • Pennsylvania Beta participates in many Inter-Greek activities at Allegheny College. The chapter has won the award for the best Homecoming float three years in a row. The chapter has also won the Greek Awards for Most Philanthropic Chapter in 2004 and Most Interfraternal Chapter in 2005.
  • Pennsylvania Beta has a commitment to creating student leaders. Brothers are involved in many campus activities that include sports, community service organizations, and honor societies. Recently, Pennsylvania Beta Brothers Colin Morgan '03 and Brandon Perpich '03 were elected President and Vice President respectively of the Allegheny Student Government.


Famous Alumni:

  • Raymond P. Shafer, Governor of Pennsylvania 1967 - 1971.
  • David H. Hoag, Chairman of LTV Steel Company.
  • John D. Wheeler, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Allegheny College.