Phi Kappa Sigma

Phi Kappa Sigma
ΦΚΣ
The Coat of Arms of Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity
FoundedOctober 19, 1850; 174 years ago (1850-10-19)
University of Pennsylvania
TypeSocial
AffiliationNIC
StatusActive
ScopeNorth America
MottosStellis Aequus Durando (“Equal to the Stars in Endurance”)
SloganOnce a Phi Kap, Always a Phi Kap
Brotherhood is More Than Skin Deep
Men of Honor Since 1850
Colors  Black
  Old Gold
SymbolMaltese Cross
Flag
FlowerYellow Chrysanthemum
PublicationMaltese Cross
PhilanthropyLeukemia & Lymphoma Society
Chapters42
Colonies3
Members1,500 active
35,000+ lifetime
NicknameSkulls
Headquarters716 Adams St
Carmel, Indiana 46032
United States
Websitepks.org

Phi Kappa Sigma (ΦΚΣ), also known as Phi Kap, Skulls, Skullhouse, or PKS, is an international all-male college secret society and social fraternity. Commonly known as “Skulls”, the name is inspired by the skull and crossbones on the fraternity's badge and coat of arms. Members are often recognized by the solid gold membership pin depicting the fraternity’s symbol, a Maltese Cross surrounding a human skull.