Phi Gamma Delta’s Norris Pig Dinners are the most widely observed and longest continually running, chapter-based, annual graduate event in the Greek world. The first Pig Dinner was held at the University of California Berkeley in 1893. In 1902, the Pig Dinner was dedicated in memory of Frank Norris (California Berkeley 1894), whose sense of humor created the event that has become an annual ceremony throughout Phi Gamma Delta.
Learn more about the History of the Frank B. Norris Pig Dinner and Pig Dinner Traditions. You can also visit the Phi Gam Archives to find Fraternity songs.
Pig Dinner Event Management
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Graduate Outreach
The focus of Pig Dinner is on the reunion of graduate brothers and the celebration of senior brothers. Find ways to engage your own chapter graduates as well as graduates living in the surrounding area.
Graduate Recognition
Graduate brothers who embody the motto of “Not for College Days Alone” should be recognized and awarded for their contributions to the chapter and Fraternity. This includes Bronze, Silver and Gold Owl Certificates, recognizing 10, 25 and 50 year membership anniversaries, respectively.
Pig Dinner Planning
The success of Pig Dinner is strongly affected by the planning process. Like most events, early planning is the key to a successful turnout and a program that is focused, organized and well structured.
Pig Dinner Planning Guide Pig Dinner Planning Timeline Sample Pig Dinner Program
A full list of pig dinners as well as other upcoming Phi Gamma Delta events can be viewed on our Events Calendar.