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Phi Kappa Tau (ΦΚΤ)

Phi Kappa Tau is a fraternity dedicated to the values of brotherhood, leadership, and service to others.

The chapter provides a supportive environment that fosters lifelong friendships and personal development. Phi Kappa Tau actively participates in philanthropic efforts, with a particular focus on causes benefiting children and education. Through various fundraising events and community service projects, the fraternity makes a positive impact on the community. By encouraging members to engage in campus activities and take on leadership roles, Phi Kappa Tau promotes both leadership and service. Through their dedication to scholarship, service, and brotherhood, the fraternity enriches the Greek life experience at UT Knoxville and contributes to the Volunteer spirit.

 

Dozens of members of Phi Kappa Tau at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville smiling in front of their fraternity house. They are all wearing sports jerseys.


Chapter Name: Phi Kappa Tau

Designation: Delta Kappa Chapter

Nickname: Phi Tau

Colors: Harvard Red and Old Gold

Symbols/Mascots: Unicorn, Red Carnation

Philanthropy: SeriousFun Children’s Network

National Founding: March 17, 1906 at Miami University of Ohio

UT Founding: 1967

Standing at UT: Good Standing: Two Star

Chapter GPA: 3.38

President: Thomas Burns

Address: 1832 Fraternity Park Dr., Knoxville, TN 37916


Standards of Fraternal Excellence

Standing: Two-Star Chapter 81/100

Health and Safety Summit, Greek Leadership Summit, Bystander Intervention Workshop, Chapter Officer Workshops, Cross Council Exchange, New Member Health and Safety Module, Headquarters Program(s), Risk Management Program, DEI Program, Program with another chapter from another council, & program with another Registered Student Organization or Department.

Maintaining a chapter scholarship program and chapter and new member GPA above a 2.5.

Roster submission, New Member Education Plans, Officer Updates, Advisor Updates, Council Meeting Attendance, Presidents’ Cabinet Meeting Attendance, VOLink Registration, OSFL Coaching Meetings, Financial Good Standing, & Conduct Standing

Completing at least 4 hours of service per member tracked through the Jones Center for Leadership and Service and hosting one philanthropic event:

2023 Service Hours Per Member: 4.86 hours/member

2023 Philanthropic Donations: $2,775 donated

Campus Involvement, Immersive Leadership and Service, Service Hours Over 4 Hours Per Member, Chapter GPA Above the All-Male/Female Average, Academic/Career/Leadership Program, DEI Program, Health & Safety Program, and End-Of-Year Meeting with OSFL Council Advisor.