2009 International Work Day

Chapters, colonies and house corporations all across North America are planning a day, primarily in the months of April and May, to get together with students, alumni, parents and guests to improve the chapter house and/or grounds. Groups are planning constructive projects, food and fellowship for all who participate. Since its creation, International Work Day has become an annual tradition for many PiKA chapters and house corporations.

In just 2008 alone:

• 83 chapters participated
• 415 individual projects completed
• $254,830 in housing improvements
• 3,565 alumni, undergraduate members, parents and guests participated

International Work Day, supported by the International Fraternity's Real Estate Department, is a day-long event set by the chapter or house corporation, dedicated to renovation and house improvement projects. Every chapter who participated in the 2008 International Work Day received a $150 grant, recognition plaque, and a four foot tall wall appliqué of the Fraternity's badge. Each award winner received a plaque and a $100 gift certificate to a local hardware store. The Overall Work Day winner took home a trophy as well as a $500 grant for additional improvements to their facility.

Since International Work Day was founded, 3,826 improvement projects have been completed at a total cost of $2,290,826. These events included the involvement of 32,577 alumni, students, parents, and friends. While a considerable amount of valuable work has been completed for the betterment of Pike houses everywhere, a number of house corporation boards have been created and/or enhanced in conjunction with the Work Day endeavors.

How to Get Involved with
the Spring 2009
International Work Day

Chapters or House Corporations

Registration can be completed via the Fraternity Chapter’s website (www.pikeucr.com) and by calling or e-mailing the event’s coordinator at 626-500-5931 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . All registered members, guest and alumni will receive a free t-shirt for the International Work Day event.

Alumni, Parents and Guests

In late February watch for an invitation, check the International Fraternity's website (www.pikes.org) or look in the spring issue of the Shield & Diamond to see if and when your chapter or the chapter nearest you is participating.