Pi Beta Phi Chapter at the University of North Dakota to Close
It is with heavy heart that Pi Beta Phi announces the closure of its North Dakota Alpha Chapter at the University of North Dakota, effective December 11, 2025, following a vote by Grand Council.
After careful consideration, Fraternity leadership determined North Dakota Alpha could no longer sustain the operational requirements of a collegiate chapter while providing members with the meaningful, positive experience that defines Pi Beta Phi. Over the past several years, Pi Beta Phi volunteers and Headquarters staff partnered closely with North Dakota Alpha, offering extensive support and guidance in an effort to maintain long-term stability.
"A positive membership experience is foundational to Pi Beta Phi," Grand President Jenn Plagman-Galvin said. "This decision was made with great care, guided by our love for the women of North Dakota Alpha and respect for the chapter’s long history on the University of North Dakota Alpha campus. We are proud of the resilience shown by North Dakota members and look forward to welcoming them fully into alumnae life, where their connection to Pi Phi will continue for years to come. North Dakota Alpha will forever remain an important part of Pi Beta Phi’s story."
Founded in 1921, the North Dakota Alpha Chapter has initiated nearly 2,000 women into Pi Beta Phi.
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Founded in 1867 at Monmouth College in Illinois, Pi Beta Phi has installed 206 collegiate chapters and nearly 300 alumnae organizations worldwide. Pi Beta Phi promotes friendship, develops women of intellect and integrity, cultivates leadership potential and enriches the lives of members and their communities. Through our philanthropy, Read > Lead > Achieve®, the Fraternity inspires a lifelong love of reading that can unlock true potential, creating a more literate and productive society. For more information, visit the Pi Beta Phi website.
For more information, please contact:
TG Livak
Senior Director, Marketing and Communications
(636) 256–0680
tlivak@pibetaphi.org
After careful consideration, Fraternity leadership determined North Dakota Alpha could no longer sustain the operational requirements of a collegiate chapter while providing members with the meaningful, positive experience that defines Pi Beta Phi. Over the past several years, Pi Beta Phi volunteers and Headquarters staff partnered closely with North Dakota Alpha, offering extensive support and guidance in an effort to maintain long-term stability.
"A positive membership experience is foundational to Pi Beta Phi," Grand President Jenn Plagman-Galvin said. "This decision was made with great care, guided by our love for the women of North Dakota Alpha and respect for the chapter’s long history on the University of North Dakota Alpha campus. We are proud of the resilience shown by North Dakota members and look forward to welcoming them fully into alumnae life, where their connection to Pi Phi will continue for years to come. North Dakota Alpha will forever remain an important part of Pi Beta Phi’s story."
Founded in 1921, the North Dakota Alpha Chapter has initiated nearly 2,000 women into Pi Beta Phi.
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Founded in 1867 at Monmouth College in Illinois, Pi Beta Phi has installed 206 collegiate chapters and nearly 300 alumnae organizations worldwide. Pi Beta Phi promotes friendship, develops women of intellect and integrity, cultivates leadership potential and enriches the lives of members and their communities. Through our philanthropy, Read > Lead > Achieve®, the Fraternity inspires a lifelong love of reading that can unlock true potential, creating a more literate and productive society. For more information, visit the Pi Beta Phi website.
For more information, please contact:
TG Livak
Senior Director, Marketing and Communications
(636) 256–0680
tlivak@pibetaphi.org
Published November 21, 2025