On December 7, 2014, The North American Interfraternal Conference (NIC) has released a joint statement with the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee (FSPAC), and the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) regarding the University of Virginia rape allegation made by Rolling Stone: The Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee (FSPAC), the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC), and the North American […]
Category Archives: The Emerald
National Gallup-Purdue Index Reveals Improved Well-Being Among U.S. College Graduates Who Joined Fraternities and Sororities
When it comes to being engaged at work and experiencing high well-being after graduation, a new Gallup-Purdue University Index study of U.S. college graduates found that graduates who are members of fraternities or sororities are more likely to be thriving in all five elements of well-being during their post-graduate years than those graduates who did not join […]
Sigma Pi Membership: A Lifetime of Influence
As members of Sigma Pi, we hope that what we do as an organization (and the work of our chapters) has a positive effect on the lives of our members. I have had the opportunity a couple of times over the 20-something (and counting) years that I’ve been an alumnus to see directly, and be […]
Two Province Archons Appointed
Sigma Pi Fraternity, International is proud to announce two new Province Archon appointments. Derick Rheaume (Eta-Eta, Bridgewater State ’03) has been named Northeast Pennsylvania/Long Island PA. The position had previously been held by Anthony Manjone (Theta-Phi, Penn College ’11), who stepped down after serving in the position for the last several years. We thank Anthony for his service. […]
The Sigma Pi Membership Experience
Imagine if Sigma Pi was known as THE fraternity to join if you want the best job in your field after college. What would happen if you showed up to classes in Sigma Pi letters and the professors automatically knew they could count on you to be one of the most engaging and intelligent students […]
A Big (Red) Touchdown
Aaron Klein (M, Cornell ‘12) is the ultimate sports junkie. The son of two Erie County social workers, Klein grew up in Amherst, NY, just a few miles from the University at Buffalo campus. Klein lettered in three varsity sports, including being named to the Western New York All-Academic Baseball Team. He recalls spending summer […]
Charter Revoked from Epsilon-Theta Chapter at Elon University
Effective November 11th, 2014, the Grand Council of Sigma Pi Fraternity, International revoked the charter of Epsilon-Theta Chapter at Elon University. Epsilon-Theta Chapter had their charter revoked after Elon University suspended the chapter for three years as a result of the chapter being found responsible for hazing new members in the Fall of 2014. The […]
Committee Chairman Appointments for 2014-2016
Sigma Pi Fraternity, International is proud to announce the appointment of the following committee chairmen for the 2014-2016 biennium. If you are interested in being a part of any of these committees, please send an email to the committee chairman: Finance Committee GTC Brian Devot (Beta-Omicron, CSU-Long Beach ’00) budget@sigmapi.org Legal Committee GSC Craig Donnelly (Beta-Chi, Loyola-Chicago ’01) Legal@sigmapi.org […]
Sigma Pi and OmegaFi Membership Staffing
Sigma Pi Fraternity, International is proud to announce a partnership with Omega Financial (“OmegaFi”) to focus on membership reporting and records management services for the Fraternity. Working in conjunction with the Executive Office staff in Lebanon, Tenn, OmegaFi employees will be responsible for duties previously completed by Sigma Pi staff, including: Chapter Reporting – review […]
Charter Revoked from Eta-Omega Chapter at Johnson & Wales University
Effective October 9, 2014, the Grand Council of Sigma Pi Fraternity, International revoked the charter of Eta-Omega Chapter at Johnson & Wales in Providence, Rhode Island. Eta-Omega Chapter had their charter revoked after Johnson & Wales University suspended the chapter for three years as a result of the chapter being found responsible for fighting, destruction […]