CLEMSON INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL
PI KAPPA ALPHA
ABOUT US
The Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity is dedicated to developing men of integrity, intellect and high moral character. Here at Clemson, we are a committed and diverse fraternity that stays involved with the community, the university, and other organizations. Professional careers of our fraternity’s members are supported by our strong alumni network not only from the Eta Alpha chapter, but nationally as well.
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Pi Kappa Alpha nationally was founded on March 1, 1868 and the Eta Alpha chapter was founded at Clemson University in 1970 as the first National Fraternity on campus.
2023 Homecoming Float with Kappa Kappa Gamma and Sigma Nu
PI KAPPA ALPHA'S
PHILANTHROPY
Operation Red Wings Foundation’s mission is to provide veterans and their families with a path to healing from their invisible wounds. Eta Alpha raises money in support of ORW throughout a semesterly philanthropy week which is capped with a large social fundraising event.
DUES
The cost to join Pi Kappa Alpha is roughly $1000 in the new member semester. Every semester, after the new member semester, is roughly $700. A new member can expect a 4 week new member education program to begin immediately after accepting a bid.
VALUES
A man of Pi Kappa Alpha is a Scholar, Leader, Athlete and Gentlemen. Once initiated into the Brotherhood, a Pike pledges to be his brother’s keeper, positively impact his community, and represent Pi Kappa Alpha with integrity and honesty... wherever he may be.
Fall 2024 Pledge Class
ACADEMICS AND CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Our chapter consistently remains in the top 5 average IFC GPA, and our chapter members are actively involved in organizations on campus. With 128 active members ranging from CU Tour Guides, Student Alumni Council, IPTAY Student Advisory Board, CUSG, IFC, and more, the men of Pi Kappa Alpha strive to make a positive impact here at Clemson.
HOUSING
Our chapter’s house, also known as “The Shack” is one of two lettered houses in the City of Clemson. With nearly 40 years of ownership, there are now multiple generations of Clemson Pikes who have called The Shack home. Located at 317 Old Greenville Highway, The Shack serves as a home for 13 brothers, and a common gathering place for the chapter. We enjoy using the historical property for chapter dinners, brotherhood events, social events, and more.
Our chapter also has housing space on the quad in Wannamaker Hall. We house 21 brothers in this space. With a house in the city of Clemson and on the quad, there are plenty of living options for brothers.
Eta Alpha receiving the 2024 Smythe award, which is the highest honor a Pike chapter can receive and is only given to the top 10% of chapters.
AWARDS
The Eta Alpha Chapter has earned 14 Smythe Awards from the International Fraternity acknowledging the Chapter as one of the few most outstanding out of 200+ chapters in the world.
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Robert L. Orians Excellence Award Received in 2021-2024, Recognizing Eta Alpha as performing in the top 25% of Pike Chapters nationally
1st place in the 2024 Homecoming moving parts float category
Consistent Intramural Championships