Pi Kappa Phi Alumni - Xi Chapter at Roanoke College

05/30/2026

From Brother Chris Orndorff -

Mid-Atlantic Pi Kapp Alumni Lunch

Saturday August 29 at 12:00pm
Bavarian Inn; Shepherdstown WV

All Pi Kapps are invited to attend an informal Alumni Lunch at the Bavarian Inn in scenic Shepherdstown WV. We’ll be meeting for an lunch at their brewpub, known for German fare and craft beers brewed on site. Your spouse or significant other is most welcome to join us, and separate checks will be provided.

To reserve your seat, please RSVP to Chris Orndorff at [email protected]
by August 22.

Shepherdstown is a historic small town worth visiting on its own. The location is within reasonable day travel distance from Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, Richmond, Pittsburgh and Charlottesville. If you’d like to make this a weekend getaway, rooms are available at the Bavarian Inn for overnight accommodations. Visit Bavarianinnwv.com to book a room.

We look forward to seeing you August 29!

Award-winning international cuisine is served amid the mansion's dark wood, stone fireplace, and fine furnishings. An extensive menu of German and American fare, lovingly prepared by master chefs is the hallmark of the Bavarian Inn experience. Sample several selections from our Wine Spectator Best o...

04/23/2026

Alumni Weekend - 2026

04/23/2026

Alumni Weekend 2026 was officially started with Steve & Dana Esworthy hosting Pi Kapp alumni for a Welcome Reception in their home. A Memorial Service was conducted in the Chapel on Saturday morning in remembrance of Pi Kapps who joined the Chapter Eternal over the past year, 2025-2026. And during the annual barbecue, Brother Ed Bennett was presented with his 60 year membership by Mark Edgell, President of Xi Alumni and Don Potter, Chapter Advisor to Xi Chapter. A memorable weekend for all.

01/04/2026

Founder's Day Celebration 2025

04/30/2025

THE PHILIP MICHAEL SMYTHE SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE 13th ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT WEEKEND FRIDAY MAY 16, 2025

At Holston Hills Community Golf Course, 1000 Country Club Rd, Marion, VA 24354. Friday, May 16, 2025. Registration & Lunch at 11:00am - 1pm. Golf Tournament to follow. Cash bar & Silent Auction Fundraiser 6pm,

The Philip Michael Smythe Scholarship Foundation, Inc. was established in 2012 in loving memory of our beloved friend, uncle, husband, and brother, Mike Smythe.

Mike grew up in Marion, Virginia and graduated from Marion Senior High School in 1965 and attended Roanoke College where he was a member of Pi Kappa Phi. He then graduated from Emory and Henry College in 1969 and was employed by the Smyth County School System for 33 years. Mike spent his life teaching others on the basketball court, on the golf course, and in his classroom. He was a loyal friend to many.

The foundation awards college scholarships to outstanding graduates of Marion Senior High School who exhibit academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence and are dedicated to bettering their society.

Entry fee is $75 per person, or $300 per team. Fee includes lunch, cart, and eighteen holes of golf.

All proceeds go to the Philip Michael Smythe Scholarship Foundation.
Registration deadline: May 10, 2025. Register at https://www.mikesmythefoundation.com/ or contact Brian Walker at 843-267-3245

03/17/2025

03/13/2025

2025 Roanoke College Alumni Weekend
Xi Chapter Event Schedule

Roanoke College's Alumni Weekend is April 4-6, 2025. The Xi Alumni Chapter and our collegiate members are partnering to plan a fun weekend of brotherhood. Please plan to attend these traditional Xi Chapter alumni weekend events!


Friday, April 4, 2025 | 5-6:30 p.m.
Xi Alumni Chapter Happy Hour
The Xi Alumni Chapter invites you to attend a happy hour reception to kickoff Alumni Weekend. Join us as you arrive in Salem to connect with old friends and start the weekend together.

Cocktails and Hors d'ouvres
Hosted by Steve and Dana Esworthy
802 McDowell Drive
Salem, VA 24153

Visit https://www.tixtree.com/e/xi-roanoke-alumni-weekend-2025-0333730cb8d3 to RSVP with guest by Monday, March 31, 2025.


Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.
Service of Remembrance for brothers of Xi Chapter who have entered the Chapter Eternal.

Initiated brothers of Xi Chapter only.
Location: Antrim Chapel, Roanoke College
Attire: Coat and tie preferred

Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 3-6 p.m.
Annual Pi Kappa Phi Alumni Weekend Barbecue
Meal provided free of charge (donations accepted); cash bar available.

Location: Pi Kappa Phi Centennial Plaza & Chesapeake Hall Lawn
Attire: Casual

01/27/2025

We have learned that our Brother, Richard Clark Owen, Class of '92 has passed to the Chapter Eternal. We understand he passed away this past Saturday morning, the day before his birthday. We have no further details at this time, but will post once information is available. Richard's father, Clark Owen, was president of Salem Bank & Trust and was an alumni initiate. Please remember the family during this difficult time.

12/11/2024

Pi Kappa Phi’s Day of Giving continues through 9:04pm on Wednesday, December 11.

Xi Chapter alumni can make a difference for Pi Kappa Phi and for Xi Chapter by making a donation on Day of Giving. If 25 Xi alumni make donations totaling $5000, the Chapter receives a credit of $1000 toward Pi Kapp College fees.

You can help us reach our goal by making a gift here: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/PiKappaPhiFoundation/pi-kappa-phi-day-of-giving-2024

12/10/2024

Founder's Day was celebrated by a huge turnout of alumni and some of the officers of the current undergraduate chapter. In addition to Xi Chapter alumni, we were joined by other Pi Kappa Phi alumni from Drexel, NC State, and other chapters. Crenshaw Reed and Teddy Polfelt, both Xi Chapter brothers and owners of Brood's in Salem, were our hosts for the evening with a specially prepared menu. A Founder's Day Ritual was read by several of the alumni with remarks by others in keeping with the tradition which goes back 119 years! Those in attendance connected by phone with Durward Owen in Charlotte which was a highlight of the evening. God bless Pi Kappa Phi!