Pi Alpha Phi is an extraordinary Fraternity with a storied past and promising future. Pi Alpha Phi was founded in 1929 at the University of California, Berkeley. The Fraternity has been in existence longer than such organizations as McDonald's, Wonder Bread, and American Airlines. We are the first Asian American Interest Fraternity. Six visionary men created an organization based on the bonds of friendship, mutual experience, academic excellence, and Asian awareness.

 

                       

Our members strive to excel in their respective fields of study. The Fraternity has given away tens of thousands of dollars in scholarship awards that recognize Members for their outstanding dedication to academic excellence.

 

                   

Pi Alpha Phi provides an excellent balance between academic and social life. Interchapter brotherhood events and exchanges with sororities provide an excellent and exciting opportunity to meet new people and to develop lasting friendships.

 

                     

With our participation in community events and service activities, such as performing a dragon dance in the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade or sponsoring events for the Jade Ribbon Campaign, members become enriched with community involvement and Asian American awareness. Our emphasis on community service has nurtured individuals dedicated to a life of involvement and a commitment to leadership.

                     

                             

For over eighty years, alumni of Pi Alpha Phi have pursued and established successful careers in virtually every profession and industry. Many of our alumni give back their time, money, and effort to our newer members. They also provide career guidance as well as assistance in getting jobs and internships.

 

                   

Today, the founding principles of the Fraternity are not only valued, but instilled through educational, service, and leadership opportunities. Pi Alpha Phi is proud of its role in developing tomorrow's leaders.