The Patriot Fraternity Council at Francis Marion University serves as the governing body for three chapters, Kappa Alpha Order, Pi Kappa Alpha, and Tau Kappa Epsilon. Recruitment is open to full-time male students with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or greater from either High School, if a first-semester student, or your college grade point average.

Fall 2026 PFC Recruitment  Schedule

Monday, September 14, 2026

PFC Recruitment Kickoff

The Kickoff event is open to all male students who are interested in the three PFC chapters (KA, PIKE, & TKE) during the Fall recruitment period.

6:00 PM: Registration in the Thomson Auditorium Lobby (LNB).

6:30 PM: Welcome, Fraternity Introductions, and Chapter Speeches

7:00 PM: Introductions of PFC members and chapter one-on-one time with potential new members to discuss their fraternity in greater detail. 

7:50 PM: Introductions completed and event adjourned

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Thursday, September, 17 2026

Chapter Social Events – **These events are for registered potential new members to spend time and get to know each chapter better.**

Chapter Exclusive Social Dates:

KA Tuesday, September 15th  | TBA

TKE Wednesday, September 16th  | TBA

PIKE Thursday, September 17th | TBA

Friday, September 18, 2026

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: PFC Bid Day

Potential New Members receive bid (invitation) information at the Student Life Office, University Center (UC), Suite 205.