Leadership Conference Chapter Awards 2023-2024 - Kappa Sigma Fraternity (2025)

2024 Leadership Conference Individual Undergraduate Awards

Congratulations to the following Brothers for their dedication and service to the Kappa Sigma Fraternity this past year. We are proud to honor the following Undergraduates for their exemplary contributions

Founders’ Award of Chapter Excellence

  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Epsilon, Centenary College of Louisiana
  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University, Kent State University
  • Gamma-Omicron, University of Kansas
  • Gamma-Rho, University of Arizona
  • Kappa-Eta, Widener University
  • Mu-Omega, Southeastern Louisiana University
  • Nu-Phi, Northeastern State University
  • Omicron-Chi, Nicholls State University
  • Omicron-Epsilon, Adelphi University
  • Omicron-Omega, California State University-Stanislaus
  • Pi-Iota, California State University, Chico
  • Pi-Tau, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
  • Rho, Arizona State University
  • Rho-Nu, The University of Texas at Tyler
  • Rho-Omicron, University of California, Merced
  • Rho-Theta, University of New Orleans
  • Sigma-Mu, Colorado Mesa University
  • Sigma-Rho, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  • Sigma-Upsilon, University of California, Riverside
  • Sigma-Xi, West Florida, West Florida
  • Tau-Gamma, University of Nevada, Reno
  • Tau-Nu, Marshall University, Marshall University
  • Theta-Omicron, Muskingum University, Muskingum University
  • Theta-Psi, Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City University
  • Theta-Rho, McNeese State University, McNeese State University
  • Theta-Upsilon, Miami University, Miami University
  • Theta-Zeta, Eastern New Mexico University
  • Upsilon-Iota, Florida Atlantic University

1st Year Founders’ Award of Chapter Excellence

  • Pi-Tau, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
  • Rho-Nu, The University of Texas at Tyler

Outstanding Communication Award

  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Epsilon, Centenary College of Louisiana
  • Gamma-Chi, Kansas State University
  • Mu-Omega, Southeastern Louisiana University
  • Nu-Psi, University of Cincinnati
  • Tau-Nu, Marshall University, Marshall University

Academic Excellence Award

  • Phi-Beta, Western New England University
  • Phi-Delta, Penn State Behrend
  • Upsilon-Nu, Willimantic CT
  • Omicron-Epsilon, Adelphi University
  • Beta-Tau, Baker University
  • Pi-Iota, California State University; Chico
  • Kappa-Upsilon, Clemson University
  • Kappa-Chi, College of Charleston
  • Nu, College of William and Mary
  • Lambda-Pi, Delta State University
  • Theta-Zeta, Eastern New Mexico University
  • Alpha-Tau, Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Epsilon-Omega, Georgia State University
  • Upsilon, Hampden-Sydney College
  • Tau-Kappa, Indiana University Southeast
  • Lambda-Gamma, Jacksonville State University
  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Gamma, Louisiana State University
  • Theta-Rho, McNeese State University
  • Theta-Upsilon, Miami University
  • Pi-Tau, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
  • Omicron-Chi, Nicholls State University
  • Kappa-Gamma, Northern Arizona University
  • Gamma-Psi, Oklahoma State University
  • Gamma-Sigma, Oregon State University
  • Xi-Rho, Stockton University
  • Theta-Iota, San Jose State University
  • Kappa-Lambda, Shippensburg University
  • Delta-Pi, Southern Methodist University
  • Rho-Sigma, St. John’s University-Staten Island
  • Rho-Omega, Stevens Institute of Technology
  • Mu-Gamma, Texas A&M University
  • Theta, Texas Christian University
  • Epsilon-Phi, Texas Tech University
  • Xi-Epsilon, Thiel College
  • Sigma-Alpha, Trinity College
  • Pi-Rho, The University of Akron
  • Gamma-Rho, University of Arizona
  • Nu-Kappa, University of Central Arkansas
  • Lambda-Epsilon, University of Central Florida
  • Pi-Epsilon, University of Houston
  • Epsilon-Pi, University of Memphis
  • Tau-Gamma, University of Nevada, Reno
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Gamma-Alpha, University of Oregon
  • Alpha-Iota, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
  • Theta-Omega, The University of Texas at Arlington
  • Beta-Psi, University of Washington
  • Kappa, Vanderbilt University
  • Gamma-Nu, Washburn University
  • Theta-Delta, Willamette University
  • Alpha-Nu, Wofford College
  • Sigma-Phi, Campbell University
  • Tau-Xi, Bethel University
  • Tau-Chi, Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • Tau-Omega, Montclair State University

Outstanding Single Community Service Event Award

  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Gamma, Louisiana State University
  • Nu-Phi, Northeastern State University
  • Theta-Psi, Oklahoma City University
  • Epsilon-Phi, Texas Tech University
  • Delta-Xi, University of Mississippi
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Upsilon-Iota, Florida Atlantic University

Outstanding Single Military Heroes Campaign Event

  • Sigma-Psi, Catholic University of America
  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Gamma, Louisiana State University
  • Theta-Rho, McNeese State University
  • Nu-Phi, Northeastern State University
  • Omicron-Eta, Nova Southeastern University
  • Theta-Psi, Oklahoma City University
  • Mu-Omega, Southeastern Louisiana University
  • Epsilon-Phi, Texas Tech University
  • Xi, University of Arkansas
  • Delta-Xi, University of Mississippi
  • Mu-Zeta, University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Silver Bowls

  • Omicron-Epsilon, Adelphi University
  • Beta-Tau, Baker University
  • Pi-Iota, California State University, Chico
  • Kappa-Upsilon, Clemson University
  • Theta-Zeta, Eastern New Mexico University
  • Alpha-Tau, Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Epsilon-Omega, Georgia State University
  • Upsilon, Hampden-Sydney College
  • Tau-Kappa, Indiana University Southeast
  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Theta-Upsilon, Miami University
  • Omicron-Chi, Nicholls State University
  • Kappa-Gamma, Northern Arizona University
  • Gamma-Sigma, Oregon State University
  • Xi-Rho, Stockton University
  • Theta-Iota, San Jose State University
  • Kappa-Lambda, Shippensburg University
  • Sigma-Rho, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  • Rho-Omega, Stevens Institute of Technology
  • Theta, Texas Christian University
  • Epsilon-Phi, Texas Tech University
  • Xi-Epsilon, Thiel College
  • Sigma-Alpha, Trinity College
  • Gamma-Rho, University of Arizona
  • Nu-Kappa, University of Central Arkansas
  • Gamma-Omicron, University of Kansas
  • Epsilon-Pi, University of Memphis
  • Tau-Gamma, University of Nevada, Reno
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Theta-Omega, The University of Texas at Arlington
  • Beta-Psi, University of Washington
  • Kappa, Vanderbilt University
  • Gamma-Nu, Washburn University
  • Theta-Delta, Willamette University
  • Alpha-Nu, Wofford College
  • Sigma-Phi, Campbell University
  • Tau-Omega, Montclair State University

100% Ritual Proficiency

  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Sigma-Mu, Colorado Mesa University
  • Rho-Delta, California State University, Northridge
  • Mu-Omega, Southeastern Louisiana University
  • Rho-Sigma, St. John’s University-Staten Island
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico
  • Gamma-Omicron, University of Kansas
  • Omicron-Epsilon, Adelphi University
  • Beta-Psi, University of Washington
  • Theta-Rho, McNeese State University
  • Upsilon-Beta, California State University, San Bernardino
  • Gamma-Chi, Kansas State University
  • Mu-Gamma, Texas A&M University
  • Xi-Rho, Stockton University
  • Epsilon-Eta, Bowling Green State University
  • Epsilon, Centenary College of Louisiana
  • Omicron-Chi, Nicholls State University
  • Rho-Theta, University of New Orleans
  • Kappa-Rho, Boise State University
  • Theta-Chi, University of Louisiana at Monroe
  • Tau-Sigma, Angelo State University
  • Pi-Phi, Brooklyn College
  • Tau-Nu, Marshall University
  • Beta-Tau, Baker University
  • Theta-Upsilon, Miami University
  • Xi-Iota, Columbus State University
  • Alpha-Iota, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
  • Rho, Arizona State University
  • Xi-Beta, Northeastern University
  • Epsilon-Epsilon, The University of British Columbia
  • Nu-Tau, Stephen F. Austin State University
  • Rho-Xi, Eastern Kentucky University
  • Beta-Sigma, Washington University in St.Louis
  • Sigma-Rho, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
  • Nu-Iota, Rowan University
  • Alpha-Nu, Wofford College
  • Omicron-Omicron, Kutztown, PA
  • Nu-Phi, Northeastern State University
  • Omicron-Eta, Nova Southeastern University

200% Ritual Proficiency

  • Epsilon-Rho, Kent State University
  • Sigma-Mu, Colorado Mesa University
  • Rho-Delta, California State University, Northridge
  • Mu-Omega, Southeastern Louisiana University
  • Rho-Sigma, St. John’s University-Staten Island
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico

300% Ritual Proficiency

  • Sigma-Mu, Colorado Mesa University
  • Rho-Sigma, St. John’s University-Staten Island
  • Delta-Zeta, University of New Mexico

Congrats to our award winners and we hope this will inspire all Brothers to rise above and beyond. Take pride in your hard work this year, and we hope to see you on this list again next year! A.E.K.Δ.B.

Leadership Conference Chapter Awards 2023-2024 - Kappa Sigma Fraternity (2025)

FAQs

What happened to Kappa Sigma Fraternity? ›

In 2024, the University of Virginia suspended its Kappa Sigma chapter and temporarily paused all fraternity social events after a Kappa Sigma pledge was hospitalized due to a hazing incident.

Is Kappa Sigma a big frat? ›

Kappa Sigma is the largest college social fraternity in the world with more than 250,000 living members, including over 17,000 undergraduates and nearly 300 chapters and colonies located throughout the United States and Canada.

What is the oldest Kappa Sigma chapter? ›

Early records of the founding of the first American chapter of Kappa Sigma at the University of Virginia, called Zeta Chapter, leave much of the detailed description of the early meetings untold. However, we know that a constitution was composed by the Founders and was recorded in the handwriting of Founder Arnold.

How long is Kappa Sigma pledging? ›

How Long is Kappa Sigma's Pledge Period? Kappa Sigma has a maximum 60 day pledge period, but it may be less. You may pledge during either the fall or spring semesters, consistent with the policies of your host institution.

Who famous was a Kappa Sigma? ›

Buzz Aldrin, Astronomer Edwin Hubble, Willard Rockwell of Rockwell International (space shuttle builders), Bill Hewlett of Hewlett-Packard, Craig Barrett CEO of Intel, The Olin Brothers of Olin Chemical, heart transplant pioneer Dr. Denton Cooley, and Ford CEO Alan Mullaney all wear the badge of Kappa Sigma.

Who is the only honorary member of Kappa Sigma? ›

The only honorary member of Kappa Sigma is Jefferson Davis, the former President of the Confederate States of America.

What celebrities are Sigma Kappa? ›

It was also the basis for the 1980 film of the same name, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture that year.
  • Anna McCune Harper. Lambda, University of California, Berkeley. ...
  • Rhea Seddon. Lambda, University of California, Berkeley. ...
  • Sarah Weddington. Zeta Nu, University of Texas-San Antonio.

What are the 4 pillars of Kappa Sigma? ›

Kappa Sigma is focused upon the Four Pillars of Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, and Service. As a values-based men's fraternity, Kappa Sigma strictly forbids hazing and fosters meaningful college experiences by offering progressive membership development and pledge education.

What is Sigma Kappa known for? ›

Sigma Kappa fosters lifelong connection in sisterhood while being true to our founding as an intellectual and social women's sorority. Through mutual support and respect, we inspire all members to lead a life of purpose. The values of Sigma Kappa are personal growth, friendship, service and loyalty; bound by a promise.

What is the motto of Kappa Sigma? ›

Motto: Bononia Docet ("Bologna Teaches") | A.E.K. Δ. B.

What is the biggest fraternity in the United States? ›

Currently, the largest fraternity by number of members is Sigma Alpha Epsilon. You can also rank frats by the number of active chapters across college campuses. Tau Kappa Epsilon holds this distinction with 290 chapters in colleges and universities.

What does the Kappa Sigma logo mean? ›

Kappa Sigma's symbols are the star and crescent. These two symbols together represent the brotherhood of Kappa Sigma, represented in the following prose: The Star and Crescent shall not be worn by every man, but only by him who is worthy to wear it.

Can you leave Kappa Sigma? ›

An undergraduate Brother can resign from his membership in accordance with the Constitution, By-Laws and Rules of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity by submitting a written notice of explanation briefly noting reasons for resignation. A Pledge may only be released from his pledge in accordance with the Ritual of Kappa Sigma.

Is pledging for a frat worth it? ›

There are many advantages when it comes to joining a fraternity or sorority. Greek life is a great way to meet new people, gain leadership skills, and build lasting connections — and then there's also all the parties and events you'll be attending.

Can you pledge Kappa without being in college? ›

Kappa does not require graduation as a prerequisite for membership. Alumna initiates are required to have attended a four-year institution, just as is practice for our collegiate members. Candidates for initiation must be at least five years out of college.

What happened to SAE fraternity? ›

In April 2019, the SAE chapter at Vanderbilt University was suspended until 2023 for multiple hazing violations. In December 2021, eight members of the fraternity at Georgia College and State University were arrested for providing alcohol to minors and one member for hazing.

Why did Kappa change their name? ›

The resolution to rename the group was adopted in December 1914, and the fraternity states, "the name acquired a distinctive Greek letter symbol and KAPPA ALPHA PSI thereby became a Greek letter Fraternity in every sense of the designation." Kappa Alpha Psi has been the official name since April 15, 1915.

Did Kappas try to merge with sigmas? ›

According to its history, Phi Beta Sigma received an invitation to merge with Kappa Alpha Psi. Described in the Sigma's history as an "rather unusual bid, " the invitation came from Elder Watson Diggs, founder of Kappa.

What happened at Kappa Sigma, UVA? ›

In February, the Washington Post reported a student pledging a fraternity at Kappa Sigma fell backward down a long flight of stairs after a night of drinking in the chapter house and was knocked unconscious, according to a parent of a student who had witnessed the incident.

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