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Ralph D. Daniel Leadership Award
The Ralph D. Daniel Leadership Award recognizes a member who has made outstanding leadership contributions to his chapter, campus and community. A minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply, but the applicant's leadership accomplishments are the primary factors in the award. Leadership outside the chapter setting is most important.
The $4,000 award is named in honor of Executive Director Emeritus Ralph D. "Dud" Daniel, Arizona 47, who served the Fraternity between 1948 and 1979 in many capacities, including Executive Director and President of the Foundation. Dud, affectionately known as Mr. Phi Psi, continues to serve the Fraternity as its most recognized and beloved diplomat in Interfraternity circles.
Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship Program
The Solon E. Summerfield Scholarship Program provides up to twenty-five (25) $1,000 scholarships to undergraduates. The primary selection criteria are academic standing and leadership and service to their chapter, campus and community. Emphasis is placed on chapter leadership. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.
In addition, three brothers are selected as Outstanding Solon E. Summerfield Scholars. First prize is $3,000, first runner-up receives $2,500 and the second runner-up receives an award of $2,000.,
Solon E. Summerfield, Kansas 1899, was a prominent New York businessman and philanthropist whose commitment to academic achievement and leadership is carried on by both the University of Kansas and the Foundation.
Ernest H. Garbe AwardThe Ernest H. Garbe Award was created to honor Ernie Garbe, Columbia 40. The $2,500 award recognizes a graduate or undergraduate student majoring in journalism or communications (including advertising and broadcasting). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.
Brother Garbe was a founder of the New York City Alumni Association.
Winston R. Win Tate Award
;The Winston R. Win Tate Award of $2,500 recognizes a graduate or undergraduate student in business, with preference given to those studying economics, accounting or finance. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.
Win Tate, Kansas 18, made his fortune in banking and provided generous bequests to the Foundation and to Kansas Alpha at his death.
Founders FellowshipsFounders Fellowships for graduate study provide up to six $4,000 awards for members who are in graduate school now or who will enter graduate school next fall. Academic standing, leadership and character are primary considerations for the awards. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.
Philip M. Cornelius AwardThe Philip M. Cornelius Scholarship was created by the children of Philip M. Cornelius, Indiana 25. Brother Cornelius served as Fraternity President from 1970 to 1972 and was a member of the Ancient Order of the S.C.
First awarded in 1993, a $1,500 scholarship is given to an undergraduate Phi Psi with financial need, at least a 2.75 GPA and demonstrated moral character and leadership skills.
Ben King Award,The Ben King Award is a $1,000 scholarship to an undergraduate who is majoring in engineering (or a related field) and is working to support himself while in college. The award recognizes an outstanding brother in need of financial assistance who demonstrates academic excellence, leadership skills and strong character. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply.
This award honors Ben King, Brooklyn Poly 1906, an engineer and former president of Chrysler Corporation-United Kingdom.
Ruddick C. Lawrence AwardsThe Ruddick C. Lawrence Awards for public service are two $2,500 scholarships awarded to undergraduate members who have provided meritorious service to people or organizations outside Phi Kappa Psi. While candidates must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), emphasis is placed on service to campus, college community and hometown organizations.
The award honors Ruddick C. Lawrence, Washington 31, a member of the Ancient Order of the S.C., who distinguished himself as a leader and philanthropist through his service to numerous organizations throughout his life.
Mary Pickford-Rogers Memorial AwardThe Mary Pickford-Rogers Memorial Scholarship is intended to support the studies of Phi Psis majoring in performing arts, whether as undergraduate or graduate students. The $1,500 scholarship is presented through the generosity of her husband, Charles "Buddy" Rogers, Kansas 23, who was an accomplished actor and musician.
The qualifying fields of study include theatre and film (writing, directing or acting), vocal and instrumental music, opera, ballet, modern dance and other related subjects. Telecommunications and journalism students are also eligible, as are applicants in the fine arts (painting, sculpture, etc.). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) is required to apply
Ernest H. Garbe Award The Ernest H. Garbe Award was created to honor Ernie Garbe, Columbia 40. The $2500 award reco gnizes a graduate or undergraduate student majoring in journalism or communications (including advertising and broadcasting). A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.
Brother Garbe was a founder of the New York City Alumni Association.
Winston R. Tate AwardThe Winston R. Win Tate Award of $2,500 recognizes a graduate or undergraduate student in business, with preference given to those studying economics, accounting or finance. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.
Win Tate, Kansas 18, made his fortune in banking and provided generous bequests to the Endowment Fund and to Kansas Alpha at his death.
The William R. Walker AwardThe William R. Walker Award of $2,500 recognizes a graduate or undergraduate student in business, real estate, housing or land use, public policy and urban planning, or a law student with the intent to practice real estate law. A cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher is required.
Brother Walker, Southern Cal 27, was a Founding Father of the chapter at the University of Southern California as well as a successful real estate developer and businessman.
Watkins Christian Scholar AwardThe Watkins Christian Scholar Award provides $2,500 to a graduate or undergraduate Phi Psi who inspires his peers to fulfill all aspects of the Phi Psi Creed by demonstrating the character of Jesus Christ and is committed (no matter their chosen major; business, engineering, biology, etc.) to advancing the Gospel within their chosen vocation (i.e. doctor, lawyer, manager, business owner, etc.
In honor of his father and grandfather, a triple legacy Brother endowed the annual scholarship named for Brother John Watkins, Jr., Miami 79. Brother Watkins was instrumental in articulating that the pursuit of God was important and relevant within the Fraternity, particularly during his undergraduate years.
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