Phi Psi at KU
Phi Kappa Psi at the University of Kansas
For nearly 150 years, the men of the Kansas Alpha Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi have promoted the Fraternity’s highest ideals through continuous individual and group improvement each year.
Since 1876, the men of the Kansas Alpha Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi have been an integral part of the University for three separate centuries. Each year, our Chapter adapts and develops to become an even better organization than the previous year.
The Kansas Alpha Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi exemplifies excellence at both a national and local level. Our National Fraternity consistently recognizes us as the hallmark Chapter of Phi Psi. Although consistently recognized by our National Fraternity, we have never been satisfied with complacency. It has continually been the goal of our Chapter over the past years to distinguish ourselves at the local level.
Over the years, we have developed a system to help continuously exceptional young men mature throughout their college experience. Whether it is through scholarship, membership development, or financial management, we have excelled in every phase that defines a student organization. Year in and year out, our members are known leaders on campus. It does not matter if a member is the President of the Interfraternity Council, an active Student Senator, or a varsity athlete, each member contributes constructively to improve both the Chapter and the University every day. Improvement and development are the cornerstones that define the Kansas Alpha Chapter of Phi Kappa Psi as a chapter of excellence.
House Tour
House Resources
Library & Study Rooms
Our Chapter House has a total of three rooms for primarily academic purposes. Our main library is located on the main floor and contains four large study tables, two small study tables, two couches, and four wing-backed chairs, which 34 people can occupy. We also have two other small study rooms that can seat eight people each. These rooms are used by individuals who want a small, quiet, and isolated area to study.
Computers & Office
Our Chapter House has a computer room equipped with three computers and two printers/copiers/faxes. Each computer has high-speed Internet and is connected to the main printer in the room. The room also contains several other Internet hookups. Every room in the chapter house has at least two Ethernet hookups. Because personal laptops/computers can be linked to the main printer, there is no need for any member to purchase a separate printer for their room unless specifically desired. Sunflower Broadband Company operates our Internet. Additionally, we have a secure WiFi network that encompasses the entire house.
Tutoring & Mentors
At the start of the fall semester, each freshman from the pledge class is assigned an active member mentor. It is the active member’s job to keep track of the freshman’s academic progress during his first semester at KU. Also, our chapter offers a tutoring reimbursement system. The chapter will pay for half of the cost of tutoring for as many classes as needed.
Study Hours
The freshmen pledge class is required to attend study hours from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm every night Sunday through Thursday during the fall semester. Any freshman or active member who fails to receive a 2.50 GPA is required to attend study hours Sunday through Tuesday the following semester. Study hours are always in the Chapter’s library or at one of the various libraries on campus.
Contact Us
Address
1602 West 15th Street
Lawrence, KS 66044