MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS

First presented at the 2002 GAC, the Phi Kappa Psi Medal of Honor was created to honor both members and non-members alike. The award is presented to those who have achieved success in their personal, professional or fraternal lives, and who have had a substantial effect on our Fraternity. It is Phi Kappa Psi’s highest honor and awarded by the National President at his sole discretion. These fine gentlemen were honored by SWGP Bob Marchesani Butler ’94 (IUP ’79) before and during the 2024 GAC in Minneapolis.

James C. Denny W & J ’68

Jim Denny just completed his term as chairman of the Phi Psi Foundation, capping a 12-year period of service. During that time, the Foundation experienced a great deal of transition and growth. Jim’s steady leadership greatly aided in the transition and resulted in a stronger partnership with the Fraternity. A stalwart of his Pennsylvania Alpha Chapter and the Pittsburgh Alumni Association, Jim’s loyalty to Phi Psi and service on the local and national level make him a worthy recipient of the Medal of Honor.

J. Smith Harrison South Carolina ’68

Known to all by the loving nickname “Smitty,” Brother Harrison has served the Fraternity extensively throughout his life. His expertise in insurance and business matters made him an invaluable advisor to the Fraternity. He served in various national appointed roles before being elected to serve the Fraternity as National Treasurer and National Vice President. He later returned to service to the Fraternity and is now a director of the Permanent Fund. 

Timothy L. Michael IUP ’78

Tim Michael has been an inspirational Phi Psi leader dating back to his undergraduate days at the Pennsylvania Nu Chapter. In fact, Bob Marchesani credits his chapter mate with being the key person who inspired him to greater dedication and service to Phi Psi. Tim served two chapters as chapter advisor, but it was his long-time service to Michigan Beta that is most noteworthy. It is there Tim had his greatest impact, inspiring that struggling chapter to grow into a strong and vibrant fraternity presence at Michigan State. The Fraternity also benefited from Tim’s career experience as a student affairs professional by his willingness to volunteer multiples times on the national level. 

W. Todd Salen Illinois ’77

Todd Salen is a most deserving recipient of the Medal of Honor. In fact, his accomplishments suggest that he deserves a special award of its own design. Todd Salen is a fraternity man’s fraternity man. Since his initiation into Phi Psi at the Illinois Delta Chapter at University of Illinois, Todd has served Phi Psi his chapter as Chapter president, chapter advisor, house corporation officer and a general volunteer. He has been a chapter advisor to two other Phi Psi chapters. He has served the National Fraternity in various volunteer appointed offices. His work has been tireless on behalf of the University of Illinois’ Greek system, which is one of the finest in the nation. Todd received the Medal of Honor for his unwavering service and dedication to Phi Psi and the concept of fraternity.