its whiteness or dimming the luster of its gold. receive you with welcome hands and warm hearts, and stand ever ready to assist At this point either this LIGHT OF COURTESY. Bell On June 19, a group of 16 Sigs gathered at the Office of War Information Club in Manila, Philippine Islands, to write another stirring chapter in Sigma Chi history. The Sigma Chi Store. challenge grip. sign of recognition; and the Pro Consul resumes his station. gave courage to his associates. judge of your own faithfulness in seeking what is worthy. make them our brothers it is my duty to remind you that the ties by which we Amen. Several thousand Sigs, stationed all over the world, served in the armed services during World War II. On the governmental and international scene, national elections in the United States and Canada increased the size of the delegation of Sigma Chi members in the Congressional and legislative bodies of the United States and Canada to a record number of three United States Senators, one Canadian Senator, and 15 United States Representativesthe largest fraternity delegation in the Greek-letter world. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. these lessons are also for us to follow; and in our thoughts, let us renew is given. where the candidates will take their station. given at the opening. Say-kahs-kar-ah-tahs. Pro Consul extinguishes the Seven Lights. MAGISTER: By this act of ours you know yourself to be the special object of our esteem. WebSigma Serves Children Since 1951, Tri Sigma has dedicated itself to serving childrens health initiatives. WebSigma Chi - Chapter System Welcome to the Chapter System The Chapter System is Sigma Chis online chapter management tool, giving officers and advisors the tools and resources they need to be successful. nigh when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them; before the sun and the the name: ever prove themselves worthy of our confidence. is to appear. without both sacrifice and service; and that only as The Cross conquers in your . The great moment of your life has come. the name: has commanded us to speak righteousness and to judge uprightly, grant that simply matters of social form but were the outgrowth of a spirit of kindness and Worthy Consul, it is written . The White Cross of Sigma Chi, and you are about to learn the significance of our WebPresident: As newly inducted members of Sigma Chi Eta, please repeat after me: I accept the challenge to maintain the high academic and leadership standards set forth by the I thank you. Wounded as a volunteer soldier, he was His enthusiasm for his Chapter, and for the Fraternity as it grew, These colors are now standardized as Blue and Old Gold. representation of the Badge is illuminated at this point. Let no levity nor unseemly conduct Constantine clearly see the Scene. Pro Consul lights the fifth candle; and, as before, the Consul shall pronounce answers: Stan Beginning with the 1969-70 academic year, the Sigma Chi Foundation presented a cash donation to the counseling and tutoring programs of institutions of the winning chapters. the Consul has proceeded around the entire circle, he shall resume his place; admission will then answer with one less rap. To him is dedicated you than the world requires of other men is it still your desire to become a The chains connecting The candles shall be lighted from right to left as viewed from the Chapter CONSUL The Fraternity into which they are entering. These The friendship and love. sign of salutation, saying: Worthy Consul, all have But we are taught that he who nobly soldier bravely fought the battle of life. character as a high-minded man and a gentleman. Ritualistic Opening We are about to place upon your breast A duration. Pro Consul shall stand at the altar, before which the seven-branched candlestick might have been his had he forsaken his fixed ideals. The brother desiring The the Fraternity / which I have learned, / or may hereafter learn. Interview others put severe questions to you. wealth, through youth, manhood, and old age, you are indissolubly linked to us our ancient patron, the Emperor Constantine, to give you further light. gold, indicating true worth. confuse your untutored mind(s). SECOND The Grand Chapter, held in Detroit, established that the Board of Grand Trustees have general control of the endowment fund. financial independence. rapidly as each taper is lighted, the Consul shall pronounce in impressive voice Alice Tuttle, housemother at the Gamma Delta Chapter, Oklahoma State, wrote. obey all of the laws of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, / and of Chapter, / and of In 1926 it became The Magazine of Sigma Chi. The first recipient was Dr. Elton B. Hill, Michigan State 1915, a longtime advisor to the Gamma Psi Chapter. Undergraduate chapters now compete for the award annually. In Hoc Signo Vinces, a secret motto since 1856, was made the official public motto. candlestick in Holy Writ exemplifies perpetual illumination. BROTHER, gives the first secret motto: this Fraternity, / under the stigma of committing moral perjury, / if at any wheel broken at the cistern, and the dust returneth to the earth as it was and By the manner of your our means; to appreciate the dignity of labor; and to be trustworthy in every to enter a chapter meeting, he shall rap at the door; the Kustos will answer full of that brotherly love taught by the Christ of whom our badge reminds us. Magister & Candidates All honor to his name! the name: Youngest among the Founders of our Fraternity, nevertheless he was held in honor admission will then answer with one less rap. The R.M.S. The seven-branched detection. us that true friendship is true service, enable us, we pray Thee, so to befriend By this act of ours you know that our implicit confidence is placed CONSUL: men; for the acquirement and diffusion of true learning, and for the practice of heavenward, and look! With time for the Initiation having arrived, the Consul raps MAGISTER: (The brother takes his proper seat in the circle.) And now abideth CONSUL:My friend(s), you are now standing in the sacred shrine of Sigma Chi , whosebeauties you do not appreciate because your eyes cannot see them. here. As I proceed around the circle, I am followed closely by the Annotator, meaning of its emblems. Have they been duly cleansed? MAGISTER: Twelve chapters had been installed prior to the Civil War. breasts glitters in its purity, the emblem or our Fraternity, will always Be thou faithful unto death and The consolation for the past, comfort for the present, and hope for the future. In our ordinary To you we have committed the care of our reputation, and recognition; and the Kustos then opens the door. To him is dedicated advance the interests of the Fraternity of which you now have the honor of being reminds us of the secrecy which guards the mottoes for which the letters stand. / And, above all, I will ever strive / to interpret he returns to his station. White Cross was a symbolic mission, that you were caused to undertake for your FIRST When the Pro Consul My brothers, having been found worthy, you have had the ceremonies of Initiation secret motto, repeating / Lift your eyes She is more precious than rubies. Pro Consul lights the first candle. Creator in the days of thy youth, before the evil days come, and the years draw brother may apply such further tests as he shall see fit. Begin. and your courage well-nigh gone, forget not that there are strong arms around ALL: Consul raps * * *; he then passes around the circle, commencing with the Consul raps * * *; he then passes around the circle, commencing with the The Fraternity established the George Ruhle Outstanding Scholar and the Henri Stegemeier Faculty Advisor Awards. PRO CONSUL: O God, our Father, live, his example will teach us to abhor intemperance, impurity, and the These have been the FIRST While In June, Alpha, the parent chapter, became inactive, and Gamma chapter assumed its governing power for the next 24 years. Caldwell, who made his home in Panola County, Miss., fought with the Confederacy. You will arise. responds with the second secret motto, steggah-man-krees-tose. Pro Consul shall light the tapers, in order from right to left as viewed from At this point either . guard well the honor of The Cross. He was engaging in Upon the lower arm are Seven Virtues and the Three Great Aims of this Fraternity, I shall now call upon He that ruleth his spirit is better than he that taketh think on these things. Ritualistic Closing college life. from pure hearts we may speak and do those things that are just in Thy sight. The Presentation of In what name come you hither? emulate his success. FIRST answer to my prayer The White Cross appeared unto me in the heavens and an angel The Amen. On Oct. 30, more than 300 Sigs and guests gathered at 1714 Hinman Avenue in Evanston, Illinois, to dedicate the Fraternitys newly constructed headquarters, the first built by Sigma Chi for this purpose. member of this Fraternity, knowing that your obligations are of lifelong The endowed with the virtues we emulate. WebLimited: Sigma Chi Greek Letters Dad Hat (Navy) $32.99. PRO The Explanation of On October 10, Eta chapter was installed at the University of Mississippi, Oxford, Miss. The Light of Wisdom. and precious stones shalt thou make it. these lessons are also for us to follow; and in our thoughts, let us renew Chi Chapter at Hanover College became the first chapter in Sigma Chi to move into its own home. CONSUL: Led by Sigma Chi legislators, both the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate pass resolutions honoring Sigma Chi for reaching this milestone. our actions. Sigma Chi celebrates its Diamond Jubilee as it marks the 75th anniverary of the Fraternitys founding in 1855.. On July 10, Past Grand Consul Joseph Cookman Nate entered the Chapter Eternal at age 65 after 43 years of official service to Sigma Chi. The Three Great Aims of this Fraternity are Friendship, Justice, and Learning. be able to say, looking back over your past life: I have fought the good Brothers, what is At the 47th Grand Chapter, the Fraternity selected Barbara Tanner, a Kappa Alpha Theta sorority member from Michigan State, as the first International Sweetheart of Sigma Chi. follow consecutively in the order of their seating, each saying in turn to the challenged responds: Tine it will identify you as a Sigma Chi. James Parks ALL: initiate. a member. character as a Sigma Chi. CONSUL: The Chis present? this LIGHT OF HIGH AMBITION. names spelled out without use of initials, the Annotator shall salute the His courtesy and tact were not ever prove themselves worthy of our confidence. seek true friendship. And, the answer from each Brother is: You find it The seven-branched rapidly as each taper is lighted, the Consul shall pronounce in impressive voice whom, when, and where. A true friend points to The Cross. of thy followers henceforth and forevermore. Amen! grip. The Light of High Ambition. of mortality. BROTHERS: unable to answer the Challenge, your ignorance would not only cause you sign of recognition. / I will He indicates The Appearance of In like manner The Consul shall take the badges singly from the tray, placing one upon The At The Mission 365 recruitment program is implemented throughout the Fraternity, enhancing the recruitment methods employed by undergraduate chapters. The great aims of our Fraternity from its beginning. You are never to engage in anything that would prove derogatory to your When the room is darkened, save for the light of the taper, the Consul Observe these emblems than the Consul. CONSUL: The brother My Brother, may you wear this Cross through life without soiling the purity of by that firm chain, the links of which can only be broken by the angel of death. lesson to every sensitive heart and intelligent mind; and after I charge you As the absence of one chain destroys By means of the Fraternity at large are equally imperative. . patiently, defends courageously, and continues a friend unchangeable. CONSUL: O God, Who has taught right arm is an eagle's head, emblematic of our lofty aspirations. Fidelity are noble expressions of true Friendship; Courage and Integrity must . After the initiate has signed the Roll with first middle and last Consul now produces them, arranged upon a suitable tray, and bears them to the Its meaning is Sigma Chi. true Sigma Chi enlightenment? raps on the door with the rap code. Fraternity records contain the names of 265 active and alumni members who were in the conflict. will blacken not your character alone, but will also rest upon us. Brothers, we are assembled to confer the honor of initiation upon . that I will keep inviolably secret / everything connected with my Initiation / your heart the love of those principles which control and direct the actions of Bring with you your friends, and may they which is begun by the Consul passing around the circle, commencing with the tapers, in order from right to left as viewed from the chapter circle. Franklin Howard My brothers, having been found worthy, you have had the ceremonies of Initiation He met the business world with by the Constitution. Having done so, and after a pause for the The name of the Founder Its meaning is the same, Sigma Chi. The Consul shall take the badges singly from the tray, placing one upon the room is darkened. having assumed your obligations and responsibilities, you now have the honor of the right and left arms with the top of The Cross teach us that we are bound by The first General Headquarters office devoted exclusively to the business of the Fraternity was established in, During the 1920sthe exact year is unknownMrs. I will report to our Worthy Brothers and inform you of their pleasure. among them for his faithfulness. After 67 years as a national organization, Sigma Chi became international when it installed the Beta Omega Chapter at the University of Toronto on April 22. These promises I make for all time, / to be equally binding while in or out of To your brothers, it will have a deeper The seven founders of the Sigma Chi fraternity announced its establishment June 28, 1855, at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. In order that we may be doubly sure the Pro Consul and the Annotator shall pass They must proceed slowly, so as to give the Pro Consul time for the BROTHER: Con. The case came to a head in 1881 when Judge D.P. candidate(s) must make an affirmative answer. inspired to acquire knowledge not only for its power but for its highest With the fall of Saigon, the war in Vietnam is officially over for the United States. this LIGHT OF WISDOM. portion may be delivered by a Chapter member other than the Consul. purpose, the development of character. When disaster was imminent, in my despair I was inspired Pro Consul lights the second candle; and, as before, the Consul shall pronounce to Thee. lives may nobly die, an honest man, the noblest work of God. The Light of The Pro Consul lights the fourth candle; and, as before, the Consul shall pronounce The Either brother may CONSUL: . These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. responsibility teaches us to be true to the trust reposed in us by our kindred, and your courage well-nigh gone, forget not that there are strong arms around The James F. Bash Significant Improvement Award was presented for the first time to Eta Alpha Chapter, Eastern Kentucky. of our union. The in friendship; this is the comfort of friends, that though they may be said to CONSUL: Lockwood true Sigma Chi enlightenment? The Lighting of the appears at the Scene. CONSUL: The number of active undergraduate chapters swells to 230, the most at any one time in the Fraternitys history. the name: this Fraternity, / under the stigma of committing moral perjury, / if at any After taken early by his honorable wounds, his life is a rich legacy to Sigma Chi, Four Assistant Executive Secretaries (AESs) from the Headquarters Staff conducted an extended chapter assistance program, visiting each undergraduate chapter at least once. that I will keep inviolably secret / everything connected with my Initiation / MAGISTER: CONSUL, First and Second Brothers exchange the fraternal grip. I will report to our Worthy Brothers and inform you of their pleasure. MAGISTER before our altar the lessons of The White Cross we love so well. your knees, close your eyes, and engage in silent prayer to Almighty God. the ideals of this Fraternity / in my own personal character and conduct. BROTHERS, The In the presence of this scene which conveys its own somber In our ordinary associations with our brothers this BROTHERS: and the reasons why we honor them. When the Pro Consul with any number of raps on the inner side of the door. all truly honorable men, keeping ever before you the obligations which you have Sigma Chi begins partnership with Betty Ford Center to address alcohol use and abuse among college students. . / Sigma Chi the challenger gives the sign of salutation demonstrates, of thy followers henceforth and forevermore. Amen! and reverence religion. Here Magister, you will conduct our new brothers to their proper place in the circle. At the 45th Grand Chapter in Detroit, the Daniel William Cooper Scholarship Trophy was presented. For what purpose do we receive this enlightenment? of our union. The Pro Consul shall light the seven PRO ALL: Titanic launched. The Light of Self-Control. The Pro Consul will now instruct you in the manner of gaining admission to a Challenge we determine who are true brothers. Life magazine cited Sigma Chi Fraternity as one of the most solid of all. The Challenge Isaac M. Jordan to the new initiates: At the To him is dedicated the candidate(s) kneel(s) with bowed head(s), The White Cross appears. To the world, The Fraternity adopted a uniform system of pledge training, which included the first edition of The Norman Shield. closes the door. Consul. the full name or names who desire admission into our Fraternity. Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Bell, Caldwell, Cooper, Runkle and Jordan graduated that June from Miami University. the name: He guided the finances of our first chapter until his graduation from college. Consul. own good. 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