 MOON TOWNSHIP, PA – The Mu Upsilon Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Robert Morris University demonstrated their ongoing commitment to environmental service by conducting a highway cleanup as part of their Adopt-a-Highway responsibilities.
Alex Franks, Vice President of Community Impact, coordinated the cleanup effort which involved dividing chapter members into two groups that started at different points along their designated highway section and worked toward the middle to ensure comprehensive coverage. "The community benefited by having trash be removed off the side of the road which also made the local environment cleaner," said Franks, highlighting the direct environmental impact of the fraternity's volunteer work. The highway cleanup represents part of Phi Mu Delta's broader commitment to community service and environmental stewardship. The chapter has maintained their Adopt-a-Highway commitment as a regular service activity, demonstrating the organization's dedication to ongoing community impact rather than one-time volunteer efforts. Looking ahead, the chapter plans to continue their environmental service commitment. "We will be doing our adopt a highway again next semester during Greek Week," Franks confirmed, showing the integration of service projects into the broader Greek life community at Robert Morris University. The chapter is also expanding their service partnerships, with Franks noting, "Next steps are to get in talks with an organization called Hope Grows with whom we've helped in the past," demonstrating Phi Mu Delta's approach to building sustained relationships with community organizations.  TROY, NY – The Nu Theta Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute volunteered at the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York in Albany, demonstrating the organization's commitment to community service while providing meaningful bonding opportunities for chapter members.
Thomas Tang, Vice President of Community Impact, led the volunteer effort where brothers were tasked with identifying produce and vegetables that remained in good condition after being donated to the food bank. The work directly supports the food bank's mission of providing fresh, quality food to individuals and families in need throughout northeastern New York. "This event benefitted the community and our brotherhood by ensuring that people in need got clean, fresh fruit and vegetables to eat and helped our brothers bond together by working alongside each other and having fun while achieving our task," said Tang. The volunteer experience provided both community impact and personal development opportunities for chapter members. Tang noted that the work served as "a nice break from school and a good bonding activity," highlighting how Phi Mu Delta's service initiatives contribute to both community welfare and brotherhood development. While the volunteer work went smoothly overall, the experience provided some unexpected learning moments. Tang humorously recalled that they " encountered some rotting cucumbers that exploded in our faces when we tried to throw them out. Next time we will make sure to try to point the openings of the packages away from us." The chapter is building on this successful volunteer experience by expanding outreach efforts. "We will (and have) already made a post on Instagram, and will try to encourage other brothers and non-members to come with us," Tang explained, demonstrating the chapter's commitment to growing their community impact while introducing others to Phi Mu Delta's service mission. Founded in 1918, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity operates under three core values: Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York serves 23 counties, providing food and grocery products to food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and other charitable feeding programs throughout the region. Phi Mu Delta's Mu Chi Chapter Launches Weekly Pancake Night for Stevenson University Community9/22/2025
 STEVENSON, MD – September 5, 2025 – The Mu Chi Provisional Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Stevenson University has launched their weekly "Pancake Night" tradition for the fall semester, providing free pancakes to students after dining halls close while building campus community and fraternity awareness. Aidan Holmes, Vice President of Community Impact, helps to coordinate the Wednesday evening event that requires all brothers to participate in various roles, including order taking, cooking, and socializing with attending students. The initiative serves both as community service and an opportunity to introduce the campus to Phi Mu Delta's values and mission. "Every Wednesday, starting last week for this semester, the brothers of the Mu Chi chapter host a 'Pancake Night', not only to give free pancakes for students after most meal halls have closed, but also as a way to build community and spread word about our chapter," said Holmes. The event has grown significantly since its inception, with Holmes noting that "This event has become a staple for our organization, and has helped us build a stronger connection to the campus." Despite operational challenges that come with regular programming, the chapter has developed systems to ensure consistent service delivery. "While this event sees many usual challenges, such as outlet short-circuits, running out of cooking supplies, etc, we have created a strong foundation for how the event runs and functions since it was first started last year. Since then, it has grown tremendously, and we plan to grow alongside it," Holmes explained. The fraternity continues to innovate their service delivery, including technology enhancements. Holmes noted that they "are continuously upgrading our custom order-taking website created and maintained by past alum," demonstrating the chapter's commitment to leveraging alumni expertise for community benefit. Looking ahead, the chapter is focused on sustainability and growth. "Our main goal now is to continue to integrate our new members into the event to help the event continue to run smoothly," said Holmes. Founded in 1918, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity operates under three core values: Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. As a provisional chapter, Mu Chi is working toward full charter status while already demonstrating the organization's commitment to community engagement and service. Phi Mu Delta's Mu Xi Chapter Strengthens Brotherhood Through Community Labor Day Celebration9/22/2025
 WILLIAMSPORT, PA – September 1, 2025 – The Mu Xi Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Pennsylvania College of Technology recently hosted a Brotherhood Labor Day Potluck and Grill Out, exemplifying the organization's core value of Brotherhood through community building and authentic connection among members.
The event, organized by Chapter President Jaydon Cottage and his team, brought together fraternity members for an afternoon of shared food, fellowship, and relationship building. Members contributed homemade dishes while designated grill masters prepared barbecue favorites, creating an atmosphere of collaboration and mutual support that defines the Phi Mu Delta experience. According to President Cottage, "The Brotherhood Labor Day Potluck and Grill Out greatly benefited our brotherhood by strengthening relationships, building unity, and creating a space for members to connect outside of class." The relaxed, social setting allowed members to get to know each other better, with newer members feeling more welcomed and integrated into the group. The gathering proved particularly effective at re-engaging members who had been less active. As noted by the Chapter President, the event demonstrated "that participation doesn't always have to be formal or work-related – it can be fun and meaningful too." Founded in 1918, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity has built its mission around three core values: Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. The organization is dedicated to developing community leaders while fostering lifelong bonds among members who are committed to making a positive impact in their communities. The chapter plans to build momentum from this successful event by scheduling "similar casual gatherings throughout the year such as seasonal cookouts, game nights, and outings to keep members connected beyond formal meetings." The chapter is also implementing structured feedback collection to ensure future activities continue to strengthen brotherhood bonds. The chapter's goal moving forward is to "create a vibrant, engaged community that supports each other socially, personally, and mentally, while also upholding our three pillars" of Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. Robert Morris University fraternity supports local families at Moon Park's magical celebration9/22/2025
 MOON TOWNSHIP, PA – September 6, 2025 – The Mu Upsilon Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Robert Morris University demonstrated their commitment to community service by volunteering at Wizard Fest, held at Moon Park in Allegheny County, with 17 members participating in activities that directly benefited children and families in the area.
Alex Frank, Vice President of Community Impact, helped coordinate the volunteer effort which involved two groups of fraternity members taking on different responsibilities throughout the magical-themed event. The first group arrived early to assist with event setup, while the second group focused on direct interaction with attendees, helping with admissions, assisting children with arts and crafts activities, and overseeing special events including a wizard dueling tournament. Founded in 1918, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity operates under three core values: Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. The organization's motto, "In Pursuit of The Common Good," reflects its commitment to developing community leaders through meaningful engagement and service. The Mu Upsilon Chapter plans to continue building relationships with local organizations, with Frank stating, "We hope to keep participating with this organization during the next fall semester." The chapter is also expanding their community impact initiatives, as Frank noted, "Next steps include a Adopt a Highway event which is also a part of our rush calendar." This service event exemplifies Phi Mu Delta's approach to community engagement, combining meaningful volunteer work with practical leadership development for members while making a positive impact on local families and organizations. Phi Mu Delta's Mu Xi Chapter Supports Duboistown Garden Club's 90th Anniversary Celebration9/22/2025
 WILLIAMSPORT, PA – September 9, 2025 – The Mu Xi Chapter of Phi Mu Delta Fraternity at Pennsylvania College of Technology recently volunteered their services to support the Duboistown Garden Club's 90th Anniversary Gala, demonstrating the organization's core value of Service through meaningful community engagement. Chapter President Jaydon Cottage led his fraternity brothers in a comprehensive volunteer effort that included setting up decorations, creating and assembling guest favors, organizing silent auction tables, and arranging seating and dining areas for the milestone celebration. "This event benefited the community by supporting the Duboistown Garden Club, a long-standing organization that plays an important role in local beautification and environmental awareness," said Cottage. "By helping with their 90th Anniversary Gala, our fraternity contributed to honoring their legacy and ensuring the event's success, which also helped raise funds through the silent auction for future community projects." The volunteer effort presented logistical challenges, with Cottage noting that "managing a large number of moving parts in a short setup window" required exceptional coordination among members. "With so many elements like decorating, arranging tables, setting up the silent auction, and assembling guest favors, it was easy for efforts to become uncoordinated." However, the chapter's response exemplified the teamwork and adaptability that defines Phi Mu Delta's approach to service. "Each brother took initiative whether it was organizing decorations, lifting and moving furniture, managing auction items, or solving issues that would arise on the fly," Cottage explained. "We divided into smaller teams to cover different areas, and brothers constantly checked in with one another to make sure no task was overlooked." The successful collaboration reinforced the fraternity's values while strengthening community ties. "For our brotherhood, it was an opportunity to strengthen our teamwork, practice event planning and coordination, and give back to the community in a meaningful way," said Cottage. "It reinforced our values of service, leadership, and unity." Founded in 1918, Phi Mu Delta Fraternity operates under the motto "In Pursuit of The Common Good," emphasizing the development of community leaders through the core values of Democracy, Service, and Brotherhood. Looking ahead, the Mu Xi Chapter plans to build on this experience for future community engagement. "The event showed how impactful our fraternity can be when we're organized, unified, and committed to a common goal," noted Cottage. "Moving forward, we plan to establish a more formal internal structure for event planning such as designating committees or point brothers for setup, logistics, and outreach, so that we can operate even more efficiently." The chapter also intends to expand their community involvement, with Cottage stating, "We also want to increase our chapter's involvement with other local organizations, especially those that align with our core values. Events like this help to strengthen our relationship with the community and give our brothers a chance to grow personally and professionally." |
