"We students at American colleges appreciating the need of a fraternity which shall eliminate all sectarianism do hereby associate ourselves in this Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity." - The Founders' Bulletin

The Creed of Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity
That all Men are created Free and Equal.
That no Society of Men can flourish unless Members of that Society are endowed the Opportunities and Privileges of Freedom.
That Freedom implies the Elimination of Prejudice That the Elimination of Prejudice means a Better Understanding 'twixt Men.
That it is incumbent upon me to fight for such Freedom even with my Life.
That it is incumbent upon me in my Personal Life to be devoted to the Highest Standards of Honesty and Justice.
That because my Country is dedicated to the Highest Standards of Freedom and Justice for all Men of all Creeds, I hereby pledge Allegiance to my Country, and to its National Symbol

In 1942, Alfred "Koko" Kovner, a model of leadership at the PA Alpha Delta chapter at Temple University, like many other Pi Lams, enlisted in the military to serve his country. During his tour of duty in the Army Air Corp, his letters home continued to focus on his chapter and its brothers. In 1944, Kovner was killed in action over Germany while serving as navigator on a B-17 bomber, but his spirit lives on through his profound words and letters. The men who were fortunate enough to know him
found in him wisdom beyond his years, strength of character, leadership and humility. He had qualities we as Pi Lams strive to emulate. His best known legacy is an eloquent quote that truly capsulizes the fraternal experience.
"Joining a fraternity means nothing. But when you have really worked for it, sweated for it, cursed it, and loved it, as well as the men in it, you have something." - Alfred "Koko" Kovner, 1942

We are Jolly Laddies, Jolly Laddies we,
And firm united is our camaraderie,
So we'll all join in, to make the welkin ring.
While to Pi Lambda Phi we sing.

So let's join in jolly chorus,
While our youth is still before us,
Let us ever joyous be.
Pi Lambda Phi inscribed in every loyal heart,
Fraternal friendship till in death we all do part.
So we'll all join in to make the welkin ring,
While to Pi Lambda Phi we sing!