A Legacy Passed Forward

“Someone invested in me. Now it’s my turn.” That belief sits at the heart of Brother John T. Barber UMN Twin Cities ’79’s extraordinary $4 million commitment to the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation. John has often shared that his approach to philanthropy was influenced by the book Die Broke and...

Foundation Announces 2026 National Scholarship Recipients

Join the Phi Kappa Psi Foundation Board of Trustees in congratulating the 2026 National Scholarship recipients. Awards totaling $142,100 will support 47 Phi Psis as they pursue academic and career goals. After receiving 1,096 applications, these brothers stood out in the areas of academics, chapter leadership and campus involvement. They...

Laurel Hall Earns Place on the National Register of Historic Places

One of Indianapolis’ most treasured historic landmarks has received national recognition. Laurel Hall, the historic headquarters of Phi Kappa Psi and one of the city’s most remarkable examples of English Tudor Revival architecture, was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 28, 2026. The designation marks...

A Single Connection, A Life-Changing Outcome

When Jonathan Joseph Washington ’22 arrived at the 2025 Explore program, he had one goal: network as much as possible. The Washington Alpha brother and Materials Science and Engineering student at the University of Washington wasn’t sure exactly what career path he wanted to pursue. He just knew he wanted to...