We are the Siblinghood:

Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is a co-ed Social Organization. The Brotherhood of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma are hereby recognized amongst the organization as the Brothers of Pi Epsilon of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Siblinghood Incorporated and the Sisterhood of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma are hereby recognized amongst the organization as the Sisters of Alpha Sigma of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Siblinghood Incorporated.

The Brotherhood and Sisterhood (or Siblinghood) of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated in all legal forms, functions, duties, intellectual properties, and privileges will be hereby recognized as Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma PEAS (or ΠΕΑΣ Inc.) Social Organization Incorporated. No variation or incompletion of this name format will be accepted without express written consent of the National Board of Governors in conjunction with the Council of the Seal. We are governed under the same set of rules and officers, and we operate as a co-ed organization.

The Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is constitutionally bound to represent each other’s behalf as a fully co-ed organization. Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is currently not affiliated with any external national organization or council.

Our reason for choosing to be a Siblinghood as opposed to a fraternal or sororal organization has a lot to do with our foundational roots at Cheyney University. The birthplace of all HBCU’s was started with the multicultural efforts of freed slaves, abolitionists, and other benefactors and its continued success is owed to the likes of various leaders in education both male and female.

Seeing the historical examples of the likes of Fanny Jackson-Coppin, Leslie Pinckney-Hill, Wade Wilson, Edith Scott-Bagley, and many others provided our Foundation with the inspiration needed to add value to an illustrious legacy of co-ed excellence. As many a Cheyney student will attest to, the “Wolfpack” is a mentality shared by those with a heart of Service. For our Siblinghood, it’s a reminder that our Four Sacred Principles are as old as the illustrious HBCU we call our birthplace and a shining example of how building an effective “Friendship among a Unified People” positively impacts the community bond.

Membership Qualifications:

Section A

Membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is open to those that agree to the purpose of this organization, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran, disability, or sexual orientation. Membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated will require approval from the National Board of Directors as well as the Council of the Seal. Membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated can be suspended or revoked in compliance with the Organizational Code of Conduct, Membership Handbook, and all relevant rules and regulations in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Section B

Collegiate Undergraduate Membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is open to all class, second semester freshman, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and transfers. All interested applicants must have the following requirements:

• 1. Complete an Undergraduate Membership Intake Application.
• 2. All second semester freshmen and above including transfer students are eligible unless otherwise regulated by presiding campus.
• 3. Must be in good financial, judicial, academic standings with the presiding University.
• 4. All second semester freshmen and transfer students must have a 2.0 Cumulative G.P.A unless otherwise regulated by presiding campus academic standards.
• 5. Must have submitted intake and dues fees to acting chapter’s Treasurer
• 6. Must have written reference approval of two (or more) active members of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated upon submission of intake requirements
• 7. Must have completed the S.E.E.D. Maturation Program

Section C

Collegiate Graduate membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is by invitation only. All nominees for graduate membership must meet the following requirements:

Section D

Honorary Membership to Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated will be by invitation only. The presenting chapter must submit an Honorary Membership Recognition form after 2/3 majority approval from the presenting chapter. The Board will then call for a national vote with all active officers who hold chapter position. If 2/3 or two thirds of the vote is in favor of Nomination, the Nominee will be notified no less than 30 days upon approval. Honorary membership is a lifetime national membership. Posthumous nominations are currently not eligible for Honorary Membership.

Section E

Community Chapter Membership of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma (or ΠΕΑΣ) PEAS Incorporated is open to all prospective members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran, disability, or sexual orientation. To be eligible for membership all interested applicants must meet the following requirements:

Section F

Members should conduct themselves in a positive and respectable manner. Members must attend mandatory meets held once a month. Collegiate members will meet twice a month during each semester. Each member must protect, promote, and uphold the organization’s image and principles wherever they advance.

Section G

Membership dues will be set by the National Board of Governors on a quadrennial cycle. All members who are current on their dues are considered active members nationally. All active national members are entitled to vote on national ballots.

Section H

Collegiate and Communal Membership dues will be set by the presiding chapter council with approval from the National Director of Barter. ALL membership dues must be current for a member to be considered active and in good standing. Active members in good standing are entitled to vote on chapter ballots.

Section I

Membership will be considered inactive if a member does not maintain good standing with the organization. A member may lose good standing and all privileges associated as such if they do not maintain the community service, dues, proper conduct, or any other required guidelines in accordance with the Constitution, Code of Conduct, and all other relevant requirements set by the National Board of Directors in conjunction with the Council of the Seal.

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Chapter Qualifications:

Section A

Potential chapters (both campus and communal) must meet all eligibility requirements to submit an official declaration of Chapter status to the National Board of Governors and the Council of the Seal. Once approved, the Council of the Seal will make an official announcement notifying all members that the approved chapter has been officially formed. All approved chapters MUST file for 501 (c) (7) status in their presiding state as well as federally. Federally active 501 (c) (7) chapters will be known as a Tree of Pi Epsilon Alpha Sigma Siblinghood Incorporated.

Section B

Campus chapters must have a minimum of 8 or more active members to submit an official declaration of Chapter Status. Graduate chapters must have a minimum of 12 active members to submit a declaration for Alumni and/or Graduate Chapter status. Communal chapter membership must have a minimum of 8 or more active members to submit an official declaration of Chapter Status form. ALL chapters must submit a new chapter tax as set by the National Board of Governors prior to submission of their declaration of Chapter Status form. Failure to do so may result in revocation or disapproval of official Chapter Status. All chapters will be solely responsible for the completion of their incorporation status on their respective state and federal level. Failure to complete incorporation status within 24 months may result in a chapter becoming inactive as well as all penalties (incl. taxes) being incurred by the prospective chapter. Once approved, the potential chapter will oversee incorporating their chapter under all state and federal 501 (c) 7 status guidelines.

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