Phillips Exeter Academy

Serving Others

Non Sibi
Acts of service, built on a philosophy expressed in our founding documents as non sibi, or "not for oneself," comprise a core element of the Exeter experience.

The greatest measure of somebody's life is the impact that they have on others.

Caspar '25

Watch what non sibi means to us.

Non sibi means to me being kind to everyone in your community.

Eveland '25
Exeter spells non sibi E-S-S-O. Learn why

Non sibi at work

My focus on global health and startups that have a tangible benefit to other people’s lives stems from my experience doing community service at Exeter.

Jason Kang '12

Jean-Paul Christophe '00 has a tale of non sibi few can match.

Acts of non sibi carry with you well past your time at Exeter. Just ask Kate Tirrell '11