Monmouth College

Illinois Alpha

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Our Roots

Pi Beta Phi’s founding chapter, originally known as I.C. Sorosis, was created on April 28, 1867, when 12 young women came together with a shared vision for sisterhood. They gathered in the southwest second floor bedroom of Holt House and committed to building a community of friendship, leadership and shared values. I.C. Sorosis grew despite opposition from college authorities, however, at the 1884 Convention, the chapter relinquished its charter.

In 1928, Illinois Epsilon Amy Burnham Onken reinstalled the chapter, and five of the six living founders attended. Installation activities included ceremonies, banquets, a luncheon and a formal dinner with several Panhellenic organizations and Pi Phi alumnae in attendance.

Supporting Sisters’ Dreams

Chapter-specific scholarship funds support collegiate chapter members as they pursue their academic dreams and professional goals. By giving to a scholarship fund, donors can directly impact their own chapter sisters and open doors that might not have been possible otherwise.

Chapter Awards

2001

Historian's Vase

2001

Historian's Vase

2001

Westchester Club Award

2006

Top Ten Chapters

2006

Top Ten Chapters