Convention 2023

Pi Phi's cherish the authentic, irreplaceable bonds of friendship—both old and new—that connect our members for life. At a Pi Beta Phi Convention, new friendships are sparked and old ones are rekindled. This year's convention programs and activities emphasize "Friendship True” with special focus on the following themes:

AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP

We invite our members to take an active role in shaping the future of the organization and remaining a leader among fraternal organizations.

STEADFAST GROWTH

We empower our members to become strong, confident leaders, to explore new perspectives and realize their true potential.

HONORED TRADITION

We discover connection in the history and heritage our members share with generations of sisters who wear the golden arrow.

GENUINE PI PHI PRIDE

We celebrate our accomplishments and milestones as a sisterhood and find inspiration in the achievements of our members.

CONVENTION AGENDA

No matter if this is your first Pi Phi Convention or your thirty-first—no two Pi Phi Conventions are the same. And, no matter how many conventions you’ve attended, you don’t want to miss this summer’s special event. Fraternity leaders are rethinking many convention events to ensure they are relevant, while also honoring our grand history. For all convention attendees, this convention will look and feel fresh—but one thing will remain the same, convention is a showcase of True Friendship.

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MEET GRAND COUNCIL AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECEPTION
Kick off Convention with a meet and greet with Fraternity leaders. Don’t miss your chance to make new connections, hear from Pi Phi leaders and enjoy being back in-person for convention.

OPENING DINNER
There’s nothing quite like a Pi Beta Phi Convention! Join hundreds of Pi Phi sisters as we celebrate Friendship True and the ties that bind our sisterhood. During this meal, we will recognize Pi Beta Phi International Officers and the 2022 Alumnae Excellence In Award winners.

KEYNOTE
Michelle Poler, a passionate fear-facer, author and entrepreneur will kick off our 74th Biennial Convention with a humorous, refreshing and inspiring keynote that will change your perception of fear and energize you to take action. Her keynote will identify and capitalize growth opportunities and how to navigate universal, cultural and personal fears. Michelle's work has been featured by the TODAY Show, Forbes, CBS, Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, Mashable and many more. Michelle has been featured on the Modern Hero series celebrating incredible women defying the odds, shattering glass ceilings and making a difference in their careers and the world.

FOUNDATION PRESIDENTS RECEPTION
Sisters and friends who support Pi Beta Phi Foundation are invited to a reception to celebrate their support of our sisterhood.

OPENING GENERAL SESSION
The business of Convention 2023 will begin in earnest with the Opening General Session, including the State of the Fraternity, a legislative preview and presentations of charters to chapters and clubs established since we last gathered in 2019.

FRIENDS AND LEADERS FOR LIFE LUNCH
This luncheon will include a spotlight on some of our sisterhood’s greatest friends and leaders, including an introduction to the 2023 Members of Distinction.

GENERAL SESSION
The afternoon general session includes many of the business items which have brought us together biennially for more than 150 years. Members will vote on legislation, the election of officers and hear an update from Grand Council’s Meeting Ritual Research Committee.

DINNER BY CHAPTER
It's time for one of the favorite events at every convention—Dinner by Chapter! Members are invited to sit with their fellow chapter sisters to share stories and celebrate that special bond we share with sisters from our chapters. The evening will also include the beloved Banner Parade, award presentations and recognition of the Balfour Cup honorees.

LATE-NIGHT SISTERHOOD EVENT
The fun doesn’t stop after dinner! Join your sisters for fun and friendship (more details to be announced).

FOUNDATION MAY LANSFIELD KELLER BREAKFAST
Members of the Evelyn Peters Kyle and Marianne Reid Wild Giving Societies are invited to spend the morning together in appreciation of their steadfast support of our sisterhood.

INITIATION CEREMONY
Initiated members are invited to participate in the Initiation ceremony of our newest alumnae members. Grand President Lisa Gamel Scott will preside over the ceremony. All white attire and shoes are mandatory for all attendees.

MEMORIAL SERVICE
As we gather again in sisterhood, we will also take the opportunity to remember and recognize those sisters who are no longer with us. Carnations will represent those sisters who have passed since 2019 as we remember the Friendships True which are now in the eternal bonds of sisterhood. While white attire is not required, you’ll find is easiest to remain in white for this event. Following the Memorial Service, you’ll have a short period to change into other pin attire should you wish.

RECOGNITION LUNCH
After a morning of cherished Pi Phi traditions, continue the spirit of appreciation with recognition of past award winners, new award presentations and a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Cookie Shine.

CLOSING GENERAL SESSION
The business portion of Convention will come to a close with a keynote and the announcement of the 2023-2025 elected Fraternity officers.

CLOSING GENERAL SESSION KEYNOTE
Ohio Alpha Regan Walsh will deliver a heart-to-heart keynote to help you gain momentum in both your professional and personal life. She'll tackle habits that can hold us back, how to ask for what you want (and deserve), the importance of setting boundaries, the weight of the invisible load and how to make it lighter, and how to dial up guts over fear and live the life of your dreams. Regan is an NYU-certified executive coach and human development expert with a focus on helping people who are overprogrammed and underwhelmed to reclaim their lives, both personally and professionally. She contributes to Harvard Business Review and Forbes, and has been featured in Fast Company, NBC.com, Today and Real Simple.

OFFICERS RECEPTION
Members are invited to continue the celebration of the newly elected 2023-2025 Fraternity leadership.

WINE CARNATION BANQUET
The wine carnation signifies the love shared by Pi Phi sisters, and that spirit will fill the room during the Wine Carnation Banquet. Tonight’s dinner will include the installation of the 2023-2025 Grand Council, additional award presentations and the announcement of the 2025 Convention location!

LEADERSHIP AND LITERACY EXPERIENCE
This full-day experience will focus on developing the future impact of our sisterhood through individual leadership and literacy service. We’ll kick things off on Monday with an immersive leadership experience facilitated by leadership and training coach and longtime friend of Pi Phi Erin Fischer. Attendees will be inspired to identify their passions and outline small steps toward their goals, both personal and professional. Attendees will be encouraged to determine their strengths, develop their confidence and dream big about the future all while building connections with support from sisters. We’ll end the day by highlighting the past 110 years of Pi Phi’s literacy commitment. Members are invited to help cast a vision and share ideas for the next 100 years of literacy service.

MEET ERIN FISCHER
Erin has spoken in 46 states, recruited in Hungary, volunteered in Hawaii, taught in Brazil and has been on stages with thousands of people in the audience all with the focus of developing people and building teams and communities.

Erin considers herself a leadership nerd on a mission to help teams and individuals excel at what they do. Her forum is the stage, but her focus is super-cognitive skills. She wants to support the growth of people by giving them time to think, reflect and gain new knowledge. She loves the idea of challenging people and being challenged herself, and she LIVES for the ‘aha’ moment – both yours and her's.

Convention hotel

The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa offers a getaway beyond imagination.

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Legislation

Review the proposed legislation to amend the Pi Beta Phi Constitution and Statutes at Convention 2023.

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Questions?

Check out our FAQ page for a list of answers to the most frequently asked questions.

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Elections

Learn about the Pi Phi Leaders slated for the 2023-2025 biennium.

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Convention Packages

To have your name listed in the official convention program, register by May 15. Last day to register is June 1.

Collegiate Voting Delegate
(1 per chapter)

Shared Room Package: Covered by the Fraternity

Registration fee: $274

Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and all Educational Programs.

Includes overnight accommodations for Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights.

Includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Sunday lunch, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and Monday dinner.

Total Experience: $274
Single Room Upgrade: additional $572

Collegiate Alternate Delegate
(1 per chapter)

Shared Room Package: $1,650

Registration fee: $274

Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and all Educational Programs.

Includes overnight accommodations for Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights.

Includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Sunday lunch, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and Monday dinner.

Total Experience: $1,924
Single Room Upgrade: additional $572

Alumnae Voting Delegate
(1 per club)

Shared Room Package: Covered by the Fraternity for clubs qualifying for Convention Allotment or $1,650

Registration fee: $274

Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and all Educational Programs.

Includes overnight accommodations for Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights.

Includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Sunday lunch, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and Monday dinner.

Total Experience: $274 or $1,924
Single Room Upgrade: additional $572

Full-event Package
(All other full-time attendees, including other members of the chapter or alumnae club, alumnae, AAC members and CHC members)

Shared Room Package: $1,650

Registration fee: $274

Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and all Educational Programs.

Includes overnight accommodations for Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights.

Includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Sunday lunch, Sunday dinner, Monday lunch and Monday dinner.

Total Experience: $1,924
Single Room Upgrade: additional $572

Weekend-only Package
(For those planning to attend Friday evening - Sunday evening)

Shared Room Package: $1,188

Registration fee: $274

Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and all Educational Programs.

Includes overnight accommodations for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.

Includes Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, Saturday dinner, Sunday lunch and Sunday dinner.

Total Experience: $1,462
Single Room Upgrade: additional $429

Literacy and Leadership Experience
(For those planning to attend Monday's events only)

Day Package: $330

No registration fee

Includes Monday lunch and Monday dinner.

Total Experience: $330
Hotel accommodations may be added to this package for an additional fee.

Individual Meal Registration

One-Time Registration Fee: $87
Includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and admission to all Educational Programs.

Friday Dinner (Opening Dinner): $198
Saturday Lunch: $94
Saturday Dinner (Dinner by Chapter): $242
Sunday Lunch: $94
Sunday Dinner (Wine Carnation Banquet): $220

Monday meals are purchased though the Literacy and Leadership Experience package only.

Registration

Click here and follow the prompts and click “submit.” You will receive a confirmation email when your registration is complete.
To receive the best rates, register by the early bird deadline—May 1. Prices will increase by 10% after this date. All voting delegates and International Officers must be registered by May 1. To ensure your name is listed in the official convention program, you must be registered by May 15.
Registration will close on June 1, 2023.

You will receive an initial registration confirmation via email immediately following registering online.
In mid-June, you will receive follow-up information via email to prepare for the event.

Please choose your chapter or alumnae club from the dropdown menu during the registration process. All delegates will be verified with their chapter or alumnae club prior to convention.

When you get to the payment screen in the registration process, there is an option to “Bill My Chapter.” Please select this option. When prompted to enter a purchase order number, please enter the name of the chapter you are representing. (i.e. AK Alpha)

You will need to select the “Individual Meal Registration” option and pay the one-time registration fee of $79 which includes Official Convention Program, Convention tote bag and official souvenirs, admission to all General Sessions and admission to all Educational Programs. You will then also want to add all the meals you plan to attend during the event. Price varies depending on the meals selected.

If you decide to come to one, two, or even all meals, you will pay a one-time registration fee of $79 and register for the meals of your choice. Please select "Individual Meal Registration" when choosing a registration package and then select the appropriate meals you would like to attend (Price varies by meal). Hotel accommodations are not included with the Individual Meal Registration package.

All requests for refunds must be sent to events@pibetaphi.org. Full refunds will be made for requests prior to June 1, 2023. There will be no refunds after June 1, 2023.
Substitutions for registrants unable to attend may be made until June 1, 2023, after which time no substitutions are allowed. Convention packages may not be split between two people. To request a refund or substitution, email events@pibetaphi.org.

If you have paid your dues through an alumnae club, it is possible that the alumnae club was delayed submitting dues payments to Headquarters. You can either ask your alumnae club’s Vice President Finance or email events@pibetaphi.org to determine the status of your dues.
If you paid your dues directly to Headquarters, it is possible there was a delay between the date you paid your dues and the date your dues were posted to your account. Please email events@pibetaphi.org with any discrepancies.

It is our pleasure to help assist you in this process! If you have a problem registering, please call us at (636) 256–0680 or email events@pibetaphi.org.

Yes! Members may register a non-Pi Phi guests by contacting the events team at (636) 256–0680 or by emailing events@pibetaphi.org.

Legislation and Elections

Legislation will be emailed to International Officers, chapters and clubs on March 16. It will also be available in the Resource Library. To help delegates feel comfortable speaking about legislation, Pi Phi will host webinars leading up to convention. Fraternity leadership will address proposed legislation and discuss rationale for each one. All voting delegates are encouraged to register and attend.
A FAQ page for legislation can be accessed here. This page will continue to be updated with information and answers to frequently asked questions as they are available.
The Convention 2023 Procedural Rules can be accessed here.

The slate of officers will be posted to the Pi Beta Phi website at 8 a.m. CDT on Monday, March 27, 2023.

Legislation and elections will be held during the Business Session on Saturday, July 8.

During the registration process, elected delegates should choose the appropriate category when prompted — Collegiate Voting Delegate, Collegiate Alternate Delegate or Alumnae Voting Delegate.
If you are attending as a non-voting member, you should choose the Full-Event Package.
Chapter and club delegates will be verified prior to convention.

Travel

We recommend arriving in Phoenix early to mid-afternoon. Please wear your letters to travel so that your sisters can identify you. The program will begin at 3 p.m. with the Meet Grand Council and Executive Director Reception where you need to dress to pin, followed by the Opening Dinner and Keynote.

There are no formal Pi Beta Phi events on Tuesday, July 11. The hotel checkout time is 11 a.m. You are free to book your departure for whatever time is convenient for you.

Attendees will be responsible for their own ground transportation to and from the convention hotel. There are several options available to get around Phoenix. Please refer to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport website for the affordable and accessible ground transportation options to and from the airport.
- Ride Services: Uber and Lyft are both popular and affordable options within Phoenix.
- Taxi Services:
  - AAA/Yellow Cab | 480-888-8888
  - Mayflower Cab | 602-955-1355
  - VIP Taxi | 602-300-3000

Parking is offered at the Marriott Desert Ridge hotel. Parking is not included in the registration fees. On-site parking at the Marriott Desert Ridge is $23 a day.

General

Dresses, skirts, slacks or capri pants are appropriate for convention general sessions and meals. Please do not wear shorts or denim except for Monday morning when wearing your Leadership and Literacy shirt.
Convention events requiring special attire:
- Friday
  - Travel: Wear your favorite Pi Phi apparel to travel
  - Meet Grand Council/Opening Dinner: Wear pin attire (skirt, dress, slacks, business suit and pants suit), unless your arrival time prohibits you from changing for dinner. We’d rather have you at the meal in your Pi Phi apparel than not see you at all!
- Saturday
  - Business attire such as dresses, skirts or slacks.
- Sunday
  - Initiation Ceremony: All white attire and shoes are mandatory for all attendees.
  - Memorial Service: All members may wear initiation appropriate attire.
  - Wine Carnation Banquet: Formal or cocktail attire
- Monday
  - Leadership and Literacy Experience: Wear your Literacy and Leadership T-shirt; you will be given your T-shirt at convention registration.
Please keep in mind that although outside temperatures will be warm, the convention hotel rooms will likely be cool. You may want to bring a light jacket, sweater or scarf.

The official Convention 2023 T-shirt and dangle must be pre-ordered with your registration. These items will be distributed when you arrive for registration.
Our partners at Herff Jones have created a Pi Beta Phi Convention 2023 badge collection that showcases turquoise, pearl and diamond stones. See the collection here.
- If you would like to pick up your badge at convention, you must order by Monday, April 17. After April 17, the badges can still be purchased but will be shipped directly to your home.
  - At checkout, if you’re selecting “Pick up at Convention”, you’ll need to enter this code to remove shipping costs: PBPBadge23
Attendees will also have the opportunity to purchase Pi Phi merchandise from our on-site vendors during the event.

In order to receive a tote bag and other official convention goodies, you must pay the convention registration fee. All registration packages except for the “Literacy and Leadership Experience (Monday Only)” include a registration fee. If registering with the “Individual Meal Registration” option, a one-time registration fee of $79 is included to ensure you receive your official convention program and tote bag during the event.

Summers in Phoenix are typically sweltering and dry with an average temperature ranging from 84-103°F. However, the convention meeting rooms can be chilly! Be sure to bring a sweater or wrap for these spaces.

We are happy to accommodate the needs of our attendees! During registration, there will be an option to list allergies and dietary restrictions. If you have any further needs or accommodations, do not hesitate to contact us at events@pibetaphi.org. Pi Beta Phi and the hotel staff will do their best to accommodate your needs, however, may not be able to meet all unique needs.

Halo Heaven

Halo Heaven will open on June 1, 2023, enabling you to give halos, while helping fund the future of our sisterhood. Watch your email and Pi Phi’s social media channels for the link.
Halos will be available online at haloheaven.org and in person at Convention in Phoenix. Halo recipients that are attending convention will receive their Halos on-site. Halo recipients that are not attending convention will receive their Halo virtually via an email from our Foundation.
If you would like to make a donation to our Foundation prior to the Halo Heaven live date, a link to give will also be available on the registration confirmation web page and in your confirmation email. The Friendship Fund remains our area of greatest need. Every year, with every gift, every sister can make a difference.

When you are searching for a sister, please enter as much information as you know about the sister, including first name, last name, maiden name, chapter and/or initiation year. If you are still unable to find her, please contact our Foundation at (636) 256-1357 or fndn@pibetaphi.org.

Yes, halos can be used to celebrate any Pi Phi sister. Please note, virtual halo email notifications will not be sent to deceased honorees.

At this time, halos can only be used to honor or celebrate an individual member.

There is no limit. You may honor as many sisters as you like!

Halo Heaven supports Pi Beta Phi Foundation’s Friendship Fund. With your gifts to our Foundation, you create opportunities for leadership development and personal growth; ensure access to education through scholarships; champion reading initiatives; advance collegiate housing; preserve our heritage; help care for sisters when they need it more and provide the operational support needed to fulfill these commitments.

When you complete your donation, you will be sent an email transaction receipt with this information. Please retain this list for your records. You will not be able to view past donation history on the Halo Heaven website.

Share your Sisterhood Story

As Pi Phis, we cherish the authentic, irreplaceable bonds that connect us for life. Sisterhood Stories are shared throughout convention and on social media to showcase the power of our sisterhood.

Have your sisters supported you during a time of need? Did you recently connect with a Pi Phi Pal? How did you meet your closest sisters? How have you stayed connected or reconnected with sisters over the years? Where was the most unexpected place you met at Pi Phi?

Submit your sisterhood story

Pi Phi History

In 1867, 12 courageous young women at Monmouth College came together to form a sisterhood rooted in shared experiences, enduring values and Sincere Friendships. Today, more than 150 years and 300,000 members later, we continue to celebrate our founders' vision as sisters of Pi Beta Phi.

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AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP

STEADFAST GROWTH

HONORED TRADITION

GENUINE PI PHI PRIDE

TRUE FRIENDSHIP

CONVENTION AGENDA

Convention hotel

Legislation

Questions?

Elections

Convention Packages

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

Legislation and Elections

Travel

General

Halo Heaven

Share your Sisterhood Story

Pi Phi History

In 1867, 12 courageous young women at Monmouth College came together to form a sisterhood rooted in shared experiences, enduring values and Sincere Friendships. Today, more than 150 years and 300,000 members later, we continue to celebrate our founders' vision as sisters of Pi Beta Phi.

Convention 2023

AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP

STEADFAST GROWTH

HONORED TRADITION

GENUINE PI PHI PRIDE

TRUE FRIENDSHIP

CONVENTION AGENDA

Convention hotel

Legislation

Questions?

Elections

Convention Packages

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

How do I register?

When will I receive confirmation materials?

If I am attending as a voting delegate for my chapter or alumnae club, how do I indicate which one I am representing?

My chapter covers my expenses for Convention 2023. How do I indicate this during registration?

If I want to attend all the convention activities, but am local to the Phoenix area and I don't need and/or want to stay at the hotel, what should I do?

What if I decided I just wanted to attend a few meals, but don’t want to register for the full-event experience?

Is there a refund policy?

What if I am being prompted to pay my dues, even if I think I’ve already paid?

What if I have trouble registering?

Can a non-Pi Phi guest attend convention?

Legislation and Elections

Where can I find information on the legislation process and how to propose new legislation?

Where can I view the slate for officer elections?

When will voting on legislation and elections take place?

How do I ensure I am properly credentialed as a Voting Delegate?

Travel

When should I plan to arrive to Phoenix on Friday, July 7?

Are there any planned activities on Tuesday, July 11? When should I book my departing flight?

How do I get from the airport to the convention hotel?

If I am driving to convention, where do I park?

General

What is the recommended attire?

Will I be able to purchase Pi Phi merchandise?

How do I get my hands on one of those amazing convention totes with the registration packet and other goodies?

What can I anticipate the weather to be like?

What if I have dietary needs or require special accommodations?

Halo Heaven

What about Halo Heaven, usually offered by Pi Beta Phi Foundation?

What if I can’t find a Pi Phi sister when I am searching?

Can I buy a halo as a memorial gift?

Can halos be purchased for a chapter, alumnae club or a group of Pi Phis?

Is there a limit to how many halos I can purchase at one time?

What will my Halo Heaven gift support?

Will I be able to see a record of halos I have purchased?

Share your Sisterhood Story

Pi Phi History

In 1867, 12 courageous young women at Monmouth College came together to form a sisterhood rooted in shared experiences, enduring values and Sincere Friendships. Today, more than 150 years and 300,000 members later, we continue to celebrate our founders' vision as sisters of Pi Beta Phi.