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Pi Beta Phi (ΠΒΦ)

Pi Beta Phi is a sorority committed to fostering sisterhood, academic excellence, and a passion for service.

The UT Knoxville chapter is especially known for its dedication to promoting literacy through its national philanthropy, Read > Lead > Achieve, which supports literacy initiatives and encourages a love for reading. Members actively participate in community outreach by organizing book drives, reading programs, and other events that aim to improve literacy in the Knoxville area. Pi Beta Phi also provides a supportive and inclusive environment where members are encouraged to grow as leaders, achieve academically, and form lifelong friendships, all while making a meaningful impact on their community.

 

Members of the executive team of Pi Beta Phi smiling together for a group photo. They are all in different bright-colored dresses. They are beneath the colorful bridge in Downtown Knoxville.


Chapter Name: Pi Beta Phi

Designation: Tennessee Gamma Chapter

Nickname: Pi Phi

Colors: Wine and Silver Blue

Symbols/Mascots: Angels and Arrows, Wine Carnation

Philanthropy: Read > Lead > Achieve and First Book

National Founding: April 28, 1867 at Monmouth College

UT Founding: 1948

Standing at UT: Good Standing: One Star

Chapter GPA: 3.41

President: Isabella Gheesling

Recommendation Letter for Recruitment: Click here to access the recommendation form.


Pi Beta Phi Dues (Per Semester)

Housing

  • Meal Plan: $75
  • Meals: 1/month

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $404
  • House Fee: $450

One-Time Fees

  • New Member: $705

Total Per Semester: $1,634

Housing

  • Meal Plan: $75
  • Meals: 1/month

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $554
  • House Fee: $450

Total Per Semester: $1,079

Housing

  • Rent: $2,750
  • Meal Plan: $1,750
  • Meals: 10/week

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $554

One-Time Fees

  • New Member: $31/each fall

Total Per Semester: $5,085

Housing

  • Meal Plan: $75
  • Meals: 1/month

Dues

  • Chapter Dues: $554
  • House Fee: $450

One-Time Fees

  • New Member: $31/each fall

Total Per Semester: $1,110

Standards of Fraternal Excellence

Standing: One-Star Chapter 75.5/100

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: 31.53 hours/member

2023 Philanthropic Donations: $300 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.