Chapter News

Undergraduates enjoy a barbecue at the International Headquarters during the Shonk Leadership School.

ALABAMA

Omicron Deuteron Tuscaloosa, AL

The brothers of Omicron Deuteron welcomed more than 40 new members this fall. Last spring and this fall, the brothers hosted two philanthropic events called “Wells for Wells,” from which the proceeds helped build wells in Uganda. The brothers also participated in Delta Zeta’s philanthropy, Hoops for Hearing.

APPALACHIAN STATE

Delta Octaton Boone, NC

The brothers of Delta Octaton Chapter hosted a memorial festival, HarryFest, in honor of late Brother Harrison Steven. All proceeds benefited local mental health and addiction awareness organizations. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all friends and family of the Delta Octaton Chapter. The brothers at Delta Octaton also hosted a tailgate breakfast and a “Pie a Phi Sig” fundraising event.

AUBURN

Omega Septaton Auburn, AL

The Omega Septaton Chapter hosted “Phi Sig Greek Olympics” to help support Special Olympics. The week-long event included competitions of volleyball, kickball, dodgeball, and other various games.

CALIFORNIA STATE/LA

Omega Tetarton Los Angeles, CA

Last April, the Omega Tetarton Chapter celebrated its 60th year since chartering, with more than 700 brothers initiated over that time. Brothers also participated in the Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Academy Book Drive by giving back to the future leaders of the next generation. The chapter also recognized and educated its brothers about National Suicide Prevention Week and National Hispanic Heritage Month.

CENTRAL MISSOURI

Epsilon Iota Warrensburg, MO

In just a single year, Epsilon Iota’s membership grew from just four members to a whopping 19 members, more than quadrupling their chapter size. This fall they’ve proven growth by associating seven new members. Epsilon Iota has also shown tremendous efforts in their community involvement and overall fraternity and sorority life. They hosted a karaoke event, “Singing for Gold,” in which Phi Sig sings on campus and takes requests for specific music. The cost of each song was $1 and was done through a partnership with Alpha Gamma Delta sorority, whom they paired with during Homecoming.

The chapter also raised more than $150 for Special Olympics through Alpha Gamma Delta’s Meals on Wheels and Feeding America programs. The chapter is hosting a Bison Box Raffle from which it plans to raise more than $600 toward chapter operations. Coming up this semester they plan to host monthly trail cleanups of their local park, Pertle Springs.

CLEMSON

Upsilon Septaton Clemson, SC

The brothers of Upsilon Septaton hosted their first-ever school supply drive for Clemson Elementary School. The chapter is thrilled to be giving back to its local community and can’t wait to donate more. The brothers also hosted a brotherhood retreat to Warm Springs, Georgia for their annual Mountain Weekend. Upsilon Septaton had a blast hosting its alumni weekend, which included spending time on the golf course and an alumni banquet. To cap it all off, the chapter even appeared on ESPN’s College GameDay before Clemson’s victory over North Carolina State.

FERRIS STATE

Sigma Epsilon Big Rapids, MI

Sigma Epsilon was able to contact the creator of a product called the NightCap. NightCap is a drink spiking prevention product that can be used to help create a safer environment at social events. As a chapter, the brothers were able to raise $1,500 for 250 NightCaps that were passed out to Ferris State students free of charge during welcome week. Their goal is to make their campus as safe as possible and they believe they are on the right path to succeed. A brother was interviewed by the local university paper, the Ferris State Torch, and the creator of NightCaps featured the chapter on TikTok, including a viral video with more than 500 thousand views. The brothers of Sigma Epsilon are excited for the future and hope other chapters adopt the idea to make their campuses safe as well.

GEORGIA TECH

Kappa Deuteron Atlanta, GA

Last spring, the brothers at Kappa Deuteron hosted “Phi Sig Pig Jig,” a BBQ sales event that benefited Special Olympics. Over the summer, the brothers participated in various internships at Bloomberg, P&G, GE, Amazon, Delta Airlines, CDC, Honeywell, Northwell Health, and JDC energy resource. This fall, the chapter associated 20 new members and is looking forward to a great semester.

INDIANA

Sigma Triton Bloomington, IN

Last spring, brothers of Sigma Triton hosted a “Puppies in the Courtyard” philanthropy event for the benefit of the Monroe County Humane Association.

KENTUCKY

Phi Deuteron Lexington, KY

The brothers at Phi Deuteron have been off to a great start, coming off their great spring semester where 40 brothers made the University of Kentucky’s Dean’s List. In addition to being fitting examples in scholarship, Phi Deuteron hosted a basketball recruitment tournament in the hopes of gaining new members.

NORTHERN ARIZONA

Rho Hexaton Flagstaff, AZ

Over the summer, brothers of the Rho Hexaton Chapter participated in some unique internships, including Zimmer Biomet, Million Dollar Teacher Project, Hensel Phelps Construction, Ardurra, and explored Alaska through their geographic science major. During the fall semester, the brothers hosted a paired tailgate with Gamma Phi Beta.

NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE

Epsilon Nu Maryville, MO

During the summer, the brothers of Epsilon Nu hosted their annual alumni golf tournament, which offered a great opportunity to network with their alumni base and discuss on-going ideas within the Fraternity. During the fall, Epsilon Nu welcomed eight new associate members to their chapter. Epsilon Nu also paired with multiple organizations, including TKE, for a friendly game of softball intramurals, and Sigma Sigma Sigma for a tailgate mixer. The chapter also hosted a “Soak a Sig,” philanthropy event to benefit Special Olympics.

PURDUE

Delta Triton West Lafayette, IN

Last spring, the brothers hosted their annual “Melon Fest” in support of Indiana Special Olympics. Most of the Delta Triton brothers participated in summer internships at some unique companies including Roche, C-SPAN, NASA, Amazon, Caterpillar, and Humana. After hosting a “Stranger Things” themed recruitment, the brothers of Delta Triton are looking forward to a great semester.

RIT

Upsilon Tetarton Rochester, NY

During the first week of classes, the brothers of Upsilon Tetarton hosted their first philanthropy fundraiser, “Pie-ABrother,” where brothers would be pied in the face with shaving cream. Through the event, brothers raised more than $200 to donate to Special Olympics New York, in addition to raising awareness of their organization. The brothers gave back to their community by cleaning up trash and debris from Ontario Beach Park.

After an amazing recruitment week filled with dodgeball, yard games, bowling, and a signature pasta dinner, the brothers of Upsilon Tetarton gave out 15 bids to potential new members. The Brotherhood is looking forward to another strong semester.

RENSSELAER

Gamma Tetarton Troy, NY

The brothers at Gamma Tetarton are excited for the big year in front of them. After attending a chapter camping trip, they returned to their new home, which is a converted former church. The “Sanctuary” not only has hosted the active brothers of Gamma Tetarton this semester but also an alumni engagement party. The brothers of Gamma Tetarton are excited for their future and ready for a great semester.

SHIPPENSBURG

Phi Theta Shippensburg, PA

Last spring, the brothers of Phi Theta became their campuses’ Greek Week Champions. This fall, the brothers hosted a “Soak a Phi Sig” fundraiser. In addition, the chapter hosted an alumni pasta dinner and NFL game day to improve its overall alumni relations.

SOUTHERN CAL

Omega Deuteron Los Angeles, CA

Over the last calendar year, the brothers of Omega Deuteron have hosted and participated in a multitude of events, including Coffee and Chords, which benefited A Path 2 Courage, a sexual assault prevention organization. Early last spring, the brothers also hosted an alumni golf tournament and “Phi Sig Rodeo’’ event.

TOWSON

Phi Hexaton Towson, MD

Last spring, the brothers of Phi Hexaton hosted a “Shave or Save” philanthropy event to benefit Special Olympics. This fall the brothers were off to a great start and brought in a founding father of Phi Hexaton, Glenn Stearns. Brother Stearns provided insight and an inspirational speech that the brothers will use both as a learning tool, but also motivation for their chapter’s success.

VALPARAISO

Phi Upsilon Valparaiso, IN

Early spring, the brothers of Phi Upsilon volunteered at the Hilltop Food Pantry where they helped staff with various activities. During the summer, brothers (both undergraduate and alumni) of Phi Upsilon participated in a house and property clean-up, including making repairs to the chapter house. For recruitment, the chapter hosted a cookout, an open house game night, and a Monday Night Football event. On top of that, various brothers participated in Valparaiso’s FSL Unity Blood Drive.

WEST VIRGINIA

Delta Morgantown, WV

The Delta Chapter of West Virginia University is off to a great start by bidding more than 18 incoming members. Their extremely diverse group of guys are excited to introduce their new members to the Cardinal Journey and to watch them grow. The Delta Chapter has planned an initiative to give back to its community by hosting a canned food drive in October. By hosting a car smash event they plan to donate a percentage to alumnus Brother Dennis Gillan (West Virginia ’85) and his Half a Sorrow Foundation. The chapter is excited to spread awareness on mental health and continue its relationship with Brother Gillan.

YOUNG HARRIS

Gamma Octaton Young Harris, GA

Last spring, the brothers of Gamma Octaton won their Greek Week. The brothers also hosted an “egg-celent” philanthropy event, “Crack A Sig,” where the proceeds benefited Special Olympics.