Kappa Alpha Pi
ΚΑΠ
FoundedOctober 9, 2007 (2007-10-09)
University of Michigan
   Ann Arbor, MI
TypeProfessional
EmphasisLaw
ScopeNational
PillarsProfessionalist, philanthropy, and brotherhood
Colors  Navy blue and   Silver
SymbolGavel, book of knowledge, and torch
MascotPhoenix
Chapters16 active; 20 chartered; 14 under development

Kappa Alpha Pi (ΚΑΠ) or KAPi (pronounced "Kap-ee") is a gender-inclusive pre-law fraternity that started at the University of Michigan.[1] Although related in mission, all chapters operate as local organizations, without a national parent organization.[2] Some chapters are part of regional conferences, such as those chapters that are part of the Southern Conference of Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law and Government Fraternity.[3]

History

In 2007, undergraduate members of Phi Alpha Delta at the University of Michigan disaffiliated from the international pre-law fraternity to form a new "close-knit community" at the local level.[1][4] These pre-law students created Kappa Alpha Pi on October 9, 2007.[1][4][5] The purpose of Kappa Alpha Pi is "to foster knowledge of the law for undergraduate students; to provide service to the greater community and campus; to promote a strong sense of fraternalism among members; to uphold the ideals and integrity of Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Co-ed Fraternity; so that each member may advance his or her intellect while contributing actively to the well-being of others."[6][7]

In the fall of 2009, the Alpha chapter of Phi Alpha Delta at UCLA also withdrew from the national pre-law fraternity. It formed the Beta chapter of Kappa Alpha Pi.[8] Similarly, the Theta chapter at University of California, Davis also formed from a pre-existing Phi Alpha Delta chapter.[9]

Although the fraternity expanded to other campuses, each chapter follows the model of the Alpha chapter, operating as a local chapter without a national structure.[2] However, some chapters are part of regional conferences, such as those chapters that are part of the Southern Conference of Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law and Government Fraternity.[10] Each chapter has an executive board that leads the fraternity and its pledge classes.[11]

Symbols and traditions

The Kappa Alpha Pi crest features a shield decorated with a gavel, the Book of Knowledge, and a torch that symbolize law and justice.[12] At the base of the shield is a scroll with the fraternity's name.[12] Above the shield is the Wreath of Victory and a phoenix which represents the fraternity's history.[12]

The fraternity's colors are navy blue, symbolizing harmony and steadfastness, and silver which symbolizes intelligence, maturity, modesty, and security.[12] Its pillars are professionalism, philanthropy, and brotherhood.[13][14]

Activities

Chapters hold weekly or bi-weekly meetings with guest speakers. Individual chapters plan their own campus programs and offer assistance with preparing for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and law school application, host resume workshops, and offer mentorship programs with law school students. The fraternity also does philanthropic work, such as fundraising for local charities and partnering with legal clinics and legal aid nonprofit organizations.[7] Local chapters independently create their own recruitment processes, but most chapters have some rush and pledge process rush and pledge process modeled after social greek sororities and fraternities.

Collegiate chapters

Following is a list of Kappa Alpha Pi chapters. Active chapters are indicated in bold. Inactive chapters are in italic.

Chapter Chartered date Institution Location Status References
Alpha October 8, 2007 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan Active [15][1][5][lower-alpha 1]
Beta 2009 University of California, Los Angeles Los Angeles, California Active [15][1][8][lower-alpha 2]
Gamma 2010 University of California, Riverside Riverside, California Inactive [1][15]
Delta May 7, 2011 Cornell University Ithaca, New York Active [1][2][15]
Epsilon 2011 Chapman University Orange, California Active [1][16][15]
Zeta 2012 University at Albany, SUNY Albany, New York Inactive [1][15]
Eta 2013 Michigan State University East Lansing, Michigan Active [1][14][15]
Theta 2014 University of California, Davis Davis, California Inactive [15][9][lower-alpha 1]
Iota 2014 University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, California Active [1][17][7][18]
Kappa 2018 University of California, San Diego San Diego, California Active [12][15]
Lambda 2019 University of Tennessee Knoxville, Tennessee Active [19][20][21][15]
Mu 2019 University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, Illinois Active [22]
Nu October 15, 2020 Lincoln University Jefferson City, Missouri Inactive [15]
Xi 2023 Emory University Atlanta, Georgia Active [15]
Omicron 2023 University of Southern California Los Angeles, California Active [15]
Pi Fall 2023 George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia Active [15]
Rho Fall 2023 Appalachian State University Boone, North Carolina Active [15]
Sigma Fall 2023 Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina Active [15]
Tau Fall 2023 University of Kentucky Lexington, Kentucky Active [15]
Upsilon Fall 2023 University of Georgia Athens, Georgia Active [15]
Phi Fall 2023 University of Arkansas Fayetteville, Arkansas Active [15]
Chi Fall 2023 North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina Active [15]
Psi Fall 2023 University of Virginia Charlottesville, Virginia Active [15]
Omega Fall 2023 Auburn University Auburn, Alabama Active [15]
Alpha Alpha Fall 2023 University of Louisville Louisville, Kentucky Active [15]
Alpha Beta Fall 2023 University of Mississippi Oxford, Mississippi Active [15]
Alpha Gama Fall 2023 Georgetown University Washington, D.C. Active [15]
Alpha Delta Fall 2023 George Washington University Washington, D.C. Active [15]
Alpha Epsilon Fall 2023 Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, North Carolina Active [15]
Alpha Zeta Fall 2023 Texas Christian University Fort Worth, Texas Active [15]
Alpha Eta Fall 2023 University of West Florida Pensacola, Florida Active [15]
Alpha Theta Fall 2023 Washington University in St. Louis St. Louis, Missouri Active [15]
Alpha Iota Fall 2023 University of Richmond Richmond, Virginia Active [15]
  1. 1 2 Formed from a chapter of Phi Alpha Delta.
  2. ↑ Formed from the Alpha chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, established in 2002.

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 "History". Kappa Alpha Pi UC Berkeley Iota Chapter. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  2. 1 2 3 "Home". Cornell Kappa Alpha Pi. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  3. ↑
  4. 1 2 "Kappa Alpha Pi - Maize Pages". University of Michigan. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  5. 1 2 "Home | Kappa Alpha Pi | University of Michigan". Archived from the original on 2022-10-31. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  6. ↑ "Kappa Alpha Pi - Campus Labs". Chapman University. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  7. 1 2 3 "Kappa Alpha Pi- CalLink". UC Berkeley. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  8. 1 2 "Our Chapter". UCLA Kappa Alpha Pi. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  9. 1 2 "Trial by fire in the UC Davis Greek system". The Aggie. 7 June 2016. Retrieved July 19, 2023.
  10. ↑
  11. ↑ "Members | Kappa Alpha Pi". Archived from the original on 2012-01-13. Retrieved 2011-12-06.
  12. 1 2 3 4 5 "About". UCSD Kappa Alpha Pi. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  13. ↑ "Our Pillars". UCLA Kappa Alpha Pi. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  14. 1 2 "Home". Kappa Alpha Pi Michigan State University. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  15. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 "KAPi South - Chapters". www.kapisouth.com. Retrieved 2023-09-07.
  16. ↑ "Home". Chapman KAPi. Retrieved 2023-02-01.
  17. ↑ "What We Do". Kappa Alpha Pi UC Berkeley Iota Chapter. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  18. ↑ "KAPi South - Chapters".
  19. ↑ "About". Kappa Alpha Pi Lamba. Retrieved 2023-07-19.
  20. ↑ "KAPi South - Chapters".
  21. ↑ "Professional fraternity Kappa Alpha Pi reaches beyond Greek norms". 13 September 2022.
  22. ↑ "HOME | Kappa Alpha Pi - Mu Chapter". Kappa Alpha Pi. Retrieved 2023-10-25.
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