Phi Kappa chapters unite for a cause

Nov 17 2009 - 1:02am | Bianca Davis

Pi Kappa Phi members camped in The Quad last week to raise money for their philanthropy, PUSH America.

For 178 continuous hours, a member of the fraternity was present in The Quad.

Chapters across the nation host events to raise money for PUSH America. Texas State’s Pi Kappa Phi tradition is remaining visible in The Quad with a tent and scaffold, raising money and awareness for people with disabilities.

Members readied their site Monday morning and were present until noon Friday.

“We are out here all day and night,” said Luke McBroom, electronic media junior. “We vow to have three people on the scaffold for 24 hours for four days. We are showing our oath our dedication for out philanthropy.”

McBroom said Pi Kappa Phi is the only fraternity to create, own and operate its own philanthropy. It is involved with PUSH America for this reason, he said.

Bryan Morris, Pi Kappa Phi associate member, said all funds raised go to projects such as building new handicap ramps and playgrounds for children with disabilities.

David Sellers, Pi Kappa Phi new member educator, said he has seen a growth in the number of people in The Quad at night. The number of people increases throughout the week, but Sellers said there are approximately 15 to 20 members on a given night.

“Seeing how many guys come out and play now is great,” Sellers said. “It really builds our brotherhood. We take this very seriously.”

Morris, exercise and sports science freshman, said there is a lot of work that goes into hosting the event.

“It’s all business when it comes to our philanthropy,” Morris said. “But we like to have fun out here too.”

Sellers said people play kickball, have races and participate in other fun events each night.

Daniel Morales, Pi Kappa Phi treasurer, said more than $1,500 totaled the amount of money raised during PUSH week.

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