Pi Kappa Phi alumnus recognized for saving woman’s life
The sacrifice and heroism exhibited by the men and women of law enforcement sometimes go unnoticed, but the life-saving actions of Jason Raborn are receiving well-deserved recognition.
NSU student leaders return from Pi Kapp College with renewed purpose, top honors
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity members from Northwestern State University are returning to campus with a road map for success in 2016. Over the weekend of January 15-17, the NSU Pi Kapps joined more than 300 students, staff and volunteers from around the nation to take part in Pi Kapp College for Chapter Officers in Birmingham, Alabama.
Beta Omicron chapter commemorates Pi Kappa Phi’s national founding with banquet
111 years after Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity was founded, the Beta Omicron Chapter at Northwestern State University marked the anniversary by welcoming its newest members and honoring the founding fathers who began this tradition of inspiring its members to become leaders.
Jim Bob Key initiates into Pi Kappa Phi more than 60 yrs. after joining predecessor
The newest initiate of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State University has a unique connection to the chapter’s earliest members. Jim Bob Key was one of the last members of Phi Kappa Nu, a local fraternity that later became the Beta Omicron Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi in 1956.
2015-2016 board of directors elected to Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter
A slate of seven alumni of the Beta Omicron Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity have been elected to guide the efforts of the alumni chapter. Lane Luckie; DJ Klucznik; David Morgan, Sr.; Wil Adams; Joey Kliebert; Rodney Clements; and Wes Breeden will serve as the 2015-2016 board of directors.
Cain earns crown in pageant with purpose, named 2015 ‘Miss Ability’
Carrigen Cain has been named the 2015 Northwestern State University Miss Ability. The annual pageant, held November 19, is an outreach project of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, which aims to raise awareness on behalf of people with disabilities.
Pi Kappa Phi member elected NSU Interfraternity Council president
Thomas Marlbrough, a sophomore member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, has been elected president of the Northwestern State University Interfraternity Council (IFC).
Two NSU Pi Kappa Phi sweethearts featured in National WWII Museum documentary
Two graduates of Northwestern State University are featured in a new educational video produced by the National World War II Museum and New Orleans PBS affiliate WYES-TV.
Pi Kappa Phi, Natchitoches ARC team up for Halloween carnival
The fun and excitement of Halloween came a day early for clients of the Natchitoches Association for Retarded Citizens (NARC), as members of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State University helped throw a spooky celebration for the center’s clients.
NSU Homecoming draws dozens of Pi Kappa Phi alumni, families for memorable weekend
A week of gatherings reunited Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity brothers, spouses, and guests from around the country, all returning to their alma mater to celebrate NSU Homecoming on October 16-17, 2015.
Beta Omicron again named Pi Kappa Phi’s ‘Alumni Chapter of the Year’
The Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State University has been named the national fraternity’s 2015 ‘Alumni Chapter of the Year,’ for excelling beyond the expectations of engaging its alumni members.
Pi Kappa Phi alumnus featured in ESPN ’30 For 30′ film
A Pi Kappa Phi alumnus is helping share the heroic story of NFL legend Joe Delaney in ESPN’s latest ’30 For 30′ film.
Beta Omicron Chapter’s first rose queen passes
Clois Lea Warner Witt, 80, the first Rose Queen of the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State University died August 18, 2015 in Thomson, Georgia.
Pi Kappa Phi alumnus, wife to cycle around Taiwan to support foster care initiative
If teaching English to students in Taiwan wasn’t enough of an adventure, a Pi Kappa Phi alumnus and his wife are embarking on a philanthropic trek around the island nation.
NSU student tackles construction projects for three camps serving people with disabilities
How many people can claim to have more than one life-changing experience in a single summer? Northwestern State University sophomore Dalton Randolph can.
NSU Pi Kappa Phi alumnus, Air Force airman graduates elite Ranger School
More than 4,000 soldiers go through the prestigious U.S. Army Ranger School each year. The number of U.S. Air Force airmen who have completed the course since its inception in 1950 is only a little over 300. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity alumnus Marcos Silverio is now among those elite airman rangers.
NSU Pi Kappa Phi members named to academic honor society
Six members of the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State university were recognized for excellence in academics through the fraternity’s Order of the Lamp academic honor society for the Spring 2015 semester.
Five NSU Pi Kapps chosen for highly-selective emerging leaders institute
Members of the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity are ready to bring a new style of leadership to Northwestern State University.
Beta Omicron Chapter leads contributions to Pi Kappa Phi Foundation in 2014
Out of the Fraternity’s 170 active chapters, Beta Omicron was ranked 1st in total contributions last year.
NSU alumnus named to Pi Kappa Phi’s prestigious ‘Thirty Under 30’ list
Manny Augello, an alumnus of the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at Northwestern State University has been named among the national fraternity’s most promising young alumni.
1956 chartering members’ badges earn prominent location in NSU Pi Kapp House
A beautiful display of jeweled Pi Kappa Phi member pins is now on display in the Beta Omicron Chapter House.
NSU Pi Kapps complete 800-mile trek to raise disability awareness
The cycling trek lasts only two weeks, but the lives touched along the 865-miles of Gear Up Florida’s route won’t soon forget Pi Kappa Phi members like Sean Austin, Zack Cockerham, and Austin Craft.
Beta Omicron chapter alum assumes leadership of Natchitoches Jaycees
It’s been a busy 2015 already for the Natchitoches-area Jaycees and president David Greene is up for the challenge of leading dozens of individuals committed to serving the community. Greene is now the third consecutive Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity alumnus at the helm of the organization.
Beta Omicron’s first gavel located; now on display at chapter house
Well-worn and adorned with a distinguished patina, the Beta Omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity’s very first gavel will go on display in Natchitoches after a decades-long hiatus.
Video series gives nostalgic look at early years of Beta Omicron chapter
As Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity approaches its 60th year at Northwestern State University, founding members are recording their memories of the early years of the Beta Omicron chapter.
