The Oklahoma Alpha chapter of Phi Kappa Psi was founded in 1920 and has enjoyed a rich and storied history as part of the University of Oklahoma campus community.
In our over 100 year history, the Chapter has occupied two separate locations. 720 Elm Ave is the most recent location located across the street from the middle of the campus in what is known as, “North Greek.”
After WWII, Phi Kappa Psi was one of two fraternities that helped the University to secure bonds to raise money for the post-war, on-campus housing dormitories – a critical need at the time.
Over the years, we’ve seen great men come and go – including two US Presidents who paid us a visit. One of our more prominent alumni and founders, Stanley B. Catlett, was a key benefactor to the University’s music program. His namesake is represented at the Catlett Music Center. Some of these great men include: Bob Coleman, Owner San Antonio Spurs, and Owen K. Garriott, NASA Astronaut.
We’re also very proud of our own philanthropy efforts and The Great Joy of Serving Others. Inspired by the Indy 500, our chapter created the Little 500 (aka Phi Psi 500) in the 50’s. These games invite other Greek organizations to compete for the benefit of charity and have since spread to hundreds of chapters across the country raising hundreds of thousands for worthy causes.