As we approach a remarkable milestone, marking 127 years of brotherhood and shared values, Sigma Pi is thrilled to announce our Founders’ Month of Giving, beginning February 1, 2024. This initiative celebrates not just our history, but the bright future we can build together. Throughout the month, we invite you to participate in an […]
Category Archives: The Emerald
Journey to Sigma Pi for Bradley Poronsky
NOTE: The content and views expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government. The journey into Sigma Pi at The University of Texas wasn’t immediate for Bradley Poronsky (Texas ’01). However, it […]
A Reflection on the Founders’ Award
By Matt Smith (Valparaiso ’01) As 2023 comes to a close and the new possibilities of 2024 rise before us, awash in opportunities for new and exciting things, it got me thinking about what truly stands the test of time. The easy answer, at least for Sigma Pi, is the brotherhood of our great […]
Quarterly Recognition – January 2024
If you know a volunteer or undergraduate who should be recognized in the Quarterly, fill out this simple form. The volunteer recognition is not limited to Chapter Advisors and Province Archons, and the undergraduate recognition is not limited to Sages. Volunteer of the Quarter Committed to Fraternal Progress Stuart Hobson (Indiana ’86) Alex Beaven (Pennington […]
Sigma Pi Engage: Empowering Chapter Leaders and Creating Lasting Connections
In a world that often feels disconnected, Sigma Pi is taking a bold step forward with a new initiative, Sigma Pi Engage. Designed to provide members with transformative opportunities to learn, connect, and interact, Engage aims to bridge the gap between chapters, individuals, and the distance between them. This innovative program is set to revolutionize […]
Fall 2023 Recruitment Achievements
Congratulations to the top 10 overall, as well as the top 5 chapters of each tier with the highest recruitment classes. These numbers are based on the chapters that properly reported their new member classes as of October 24, 2023. If you don’t see your chapter on this list, check-in with your executive council and […]
Rise with the Rams—and with Sigma Pi
Sports fans may recognize Sam Laganà (Loyola Marymount ’83) when they hear his voice: he’s been the stadium announcer for the Los Angeles Rams since 2016 and has lent his voice and energy to many other sporting events for over 37 years. He coined the NFL team’s now-famous battle cry, “Rise with the Rams!” and […]
Quarterly Recognition – October 2023
If you know a volunteer or undergraduate who should be recognized in the Quarterly, fill out this simple form. The volunteer recognition is not limited to Chapter Advisors and Province Archons, and the undergraduate recognition is not limited to Sages. Volunteer of the Quarter Not a Four-Year Commitment What Sigma Pi Means to Eugene Calhoun […]
Too Hopeful to Be Jaded
Why Province Archon Ian Itschner (Oregon State ’91) Believes in Sigma Pi Will Marsh (Pennington & Company), contributing writer When Ian Itschner (Oregon State ’91) left his small town of 3,000 people, he was the first in his family to go to college. He knew nothing about fraternities or “rush,” missing the whole process his […]
Past Grand Sage Donald Cox (Temple ‘53) Obituary
Past Grand Sage Donald J. Cox (Temple ‘53) passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at the age of 90. PGS Cox was a very active member of Sigma Pi and served the Fraternity in volunteer roles for many years throughout his life. For the Grand Council alone, PGS Cox served many positions, including Grand […]