Pike University is dedicated to providing members of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity with superior events and programming focused on personal development and leadership training. Launched in August 2003, Pike University has impacted the lives of more than 3,600 undergraduates since its inception. The Pike University Scholarship Program provides more than $80,000 in scholarship funds annually. Events sponsored by Pike University address the educational needs of all our members, from pledges and new members to chapter officers to our dedicated alumnus volunteers.

Pike University Events

International Convention
The Academy
True Pike Challenge
Chapter Executives Conference
Pike University Leadership Summits

Garnet Level

Undergraduates who attend three (3) Pike University events will receive special recognition through the Pike University Certification (PUC) program. Upon successful completion of the Garnet Level, each undergraduate will receive the following:

A PUC diploma, suitable for framing.
An official PUC transcript, providing a detailed description of each program attended, the topics presented and skills obtained. An excellent resource for job hunters.
Five (5) letters of reference from the Fraternity’s International President, attesting to the significance of the PUC accomplishment. Another great resource for those in the job market!

Current Chapter Members with Garnet Certification

John Ernenputsch
Kyle Varga
Julien Christensen

Gold Level

Undergraduates who attend five (5) Pike University events will achieve the Gold Level of certification, and receive:

A PUC lapel pin.
An official Pi Kappa Alpha graduation stole.
Recognition via an annual PUC press release to Fortune 100 corporations and listing in the Pike University portion of the Shield & Diamond.

Current Chapter Members with Gold Certification

Andre Ramirez
Blake Lucchesi
Francis Tan
Jeff Botwin