Some said it could not be done, forming a prosperous Greek organization. Others thought it would never happen. Some witnessed, and even experienced the progress, but lost faith in themselves. Others were not the Men that they claimed to be. Yet and still Pi Psi Fraternity, Incorporated has continued to be the organization in which it has claimed to be. We never did attempt to put ourself above other organizations; nor did we take a step down to allow the elders to rule. Pi Psi took a place amougst the giants so that others could endure the good deeds in which were manifested. Because of a strong commitment, and our professional motives, for Brotherhood, Leadership, Academics, Community Service, and Honor to the Frat, Pi Psi has continually advanced in our purpose to promote the well-being of our members, therefore presenting prosperity to all who seek the generosity of this organization. Today and forever more, we will continue to present ourselves like the Greek Phoenix of long ago: No matter how difficult the challenge, how deep the endeavor, the Professional Men of Pi Psi Fraternity, Incorporated will continually recognize the needs of the society, putting ourselves through the fire for a solution thereof.
It all began on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. Five remarkable young men sought out a place of beloning within the campus organizations located there. They wanted to be apart of an organization that was committed to community upliftment, that had an honorable sense of responsibility, and a unique sociall outlet available when the stress of school life burdened them. Most importantly, they wanted to be a part of an organization that was headedd for the new millennium; this organization would have the ideologies that would make a difference in the community in the upcoming years. After doing a thorough investigation of campus organizations, those being Greek and non-Greek alike, they did not find the organization that would make the statement they were searching for.
Something happened on November 22, 1993. For on this day Pi Psi Fraternity, Inc.
was founded by five young men:
The Most Respected Steven Bradley Boyd, The Most
Respected Kaunda Amin Gray, The Most Respected Brian LaVelle Curley, The Most Respected
Bennie Clayborne Jackson, and The Most Respected Jermaine DeShawn Davis. With Pi
Psi being formed in a time when student organizations often disappear, the
fraternity's possibility for success was a major concern. After hours of planning,
research, and long hours, Pi Psi fell into an organizational limbo. The founders
reached a difficult point in the structuring of the young organization. Issues
arose such as what would be the focus of the organization, how would the founders'
visions develop, and what individuals to select to assure a successful future.
During this time the founders when through the legalities of starting an officially
recognized organization, such as petitioning for the University's recognition and
registering the organization with the state of Michigan. With a newly founded
organization fresh in their minds, the desire to succeed in their hearts, and a
burning ambition in their eyes, things were bound to happen for Pi Psi. The founders
ran into several roadblocks while striving to grow, but for the "fearless five"
nothing was impossible. The key to making this organization grow was through strong
membership.
Something else important happened on Friday, April 28, 1995. For on this day, the founders crossed their first line, aptly named Tical. This line brought four new members into the organization. The members of this line were: Robert Boyd, Eugene Gatewood, Idris Vance, and Criag Robinson. Pi Psi was also incorporated on April 28th. Thus, the name became Pi Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.
On today, something is happening....look around....