THE EMERALD OF SIGMA PI I VOLUME CIX, NUMBER 1 I FALL 2025 Find Your Purpose A Call to Action for Sigma Pi Fraternity ALSO IN THIS ISSUE The Enrollment Cliff: What it Means for Sigma Pi Joe Strechay on Blindness and Accessibility in Entertainment News IN THIS ISSUE FEATURES 01 News from Sigma Pi 02 From the Grand Sage 03 Calendar of Events 03 Interfraternal News 04 "Find Your Purpose" 08 "The Enrollment Cliff" 13 IMPACT 10 "Leaping Forward" 14 The Foundations 27 Member Success 28 "Feeling Seen" SIGMA PI 32 Reports 36 Growth FIND YOUR PURPOSE. 40 Volunteers 42 Adytum on High 44 Sigma Pi Pride 45 Photo Finish COVER PHOTO 04 FIND YOUR PURPOSE Learn More about the New Campaign of Sigma Pi Photo courtesy of Eta-lota Chapter, who were recently reinstated as a recognized organization California 08 THE ENROLLMENT CLIFF 28 FEELING SEEN State University-Dominguez Hills. What It Means for Sigma Pi Blindness and Accessibility in Entertainment THE EMERALD EDITOR/CREATIVE DIRECTOR ABOUT SIGMA PI UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION Chris Carter (Middle Tennessee '08) Sigma Pi Fraternity was founded To update your contact ABOUT THE EMERALD at Vincennes University, information, please visit: Vol. CIX, No. 1 Fall 2025 ASSISTANT EDITOR Vincennes, Ind. on February 26, Summer Clarkson sigmapi.org/updateinfo (ISSN 1074-5289, USPS 011-013) 1897. The Executive Office is Phil Aiello (Wisconsin-Oshkosh '12) located in the greater Nashville, or send an email to: The Emerald has been published BUSINESS MANAGER Tennessee area. Sigma Pi records@sigmapi.org since 1911 by: Jen Wyatt has chartered more than 230 Contact Information Sigma Pi Fraternity chapters in North America CONTRIBUTORS Website: sigmapi.org 479 Sam Ridley Pkwy and has initiated over 120,000 Christian Miele (Towson '00) Phone: 615.921.2300 Suite 105, PMB 334 members since 1897. Alexander Pettigrew (IUP '15) News: emerald@sigmapi.org Smyrna, TN 37167 Jacob Camilleri (SVSU '14) Socials: @sigmapi.org and additional mailing offices. FRATERNITY FOUNDERS Jake Reed (Arkansas '19) Networking: sigmapi.org/linkedin Rolin Rosco James (1879-1953) Alex Beaven (Pennington & Co.) EDITORIAL DEADLINES William Raper Kennedy (1877-1944) Will Marsh (Pennington & Co.) Fall June 1 James Thompson Kingsbury (1877-1950) Fraternity George Martin Patterson (1877-1960) Communications Spring December 1 Association Copyright © 2025 Sigma Pi Fraternity; Sigma Pi, and the crest are trademarks of Sigma Pi, all rights reserved. Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Contents NEWS FROM SIGMA PI FROM THE CEO GETTING TO KNOW THE SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT TEAMS OF SIGMA PI FRATERNITY Gregory G. Ritchie (UMSL '98) Interim Chief Executive Officer From left to right: Araneta, Kizior, Jackson, Wynkoop, and Chaale. " he Support and Development grow in confidence, and create " As we begin the new fiscal year, we teams draw on their own lasting change on their campuses. reflect on major events from this fraternity experience to serve Brett Jackson (Coastal Carolina '22), summer. The Tony Siress Leadership members today. They manage health Summit was a success, showcasing Assistant Director of Internal and safety, guide recruitment and leaders in our undergraduate Affairs, founded Iota-Chi Chapter community and alumni network. expansion, and mentor chapters on and served as recruitment chair TSLS is a key investment in the leadership and operations. Each team and president. With a degree undergraduate experience and has member has lived the challenges in Business Management and grown into a major biennial event. they now help students navigate, Human Resources, he now We also saw the resignation of our bringing practical insight and supports leadership development CEO/Executive Director, Jonathan M. commitment to every interaction. and national initiatives to ensure Frost (UMSL '99). He served Sigma Pi for over 20 years in multiple roles, Hannah Araneta, Assistant Director brothers gain the same growth working to position the organization of Health and Safety, oversees all he experienced. He carries the for financial strength and national chapter health and safety initiatives fraternity's core values into his work recognition. We wish him well in from investigations to revitalization. every day and takes pride in helping his next steps and hope Sigma Pi A Delta Phi Epsilon founding members live those principles. positively impacted him and his family. member and past chapter president Leadership Consultants Nathan We start this year with change and at Northern Arizona University, familiarity. Participation in national Wynkoop (Coastal Carolina '23) Hannah also earned a master's in events is rising, staff and chapter and Micheal Chaale (Norfolk, communication is stronger, and Higher and Postsecondary Education VA '22) provide direct support our alumni continue to support our from Arizona State University. to chapters. Nate, also a founding ideals while keeping our message She joined the team to advance father of Iota-Chi Chapter, brings clear: provide an exceptional values-based leadership and still experience as Sage and Philanthropy undergraduate experience and promote volunteers nationally in sorority life. a lifelong culture of giving back to an Chair to help undergraduates organization that thrives and grows. Russell Kizior (Northern Arizona '17), strengthen their chapters. Michael, With determination and shared Assistant Director of Strategic Growth, whose journey with the fraternity purpose, no challenge is too great. focuses on recruitment and expansion. transformed his college life, draws "Individually, we are one drop. Together, A founding father of Beta-Iota on his communications background we are an ocean. - Ryunosuke Satoro Chapter, he has spent nearly seven and recruitment success to mentor years helping bring the fraternity young men and expand reach. to new campuses and mentoring Together, their work ensures every members to build sustainable member has the tools and guidance to " chapters. He is motivated by seeing lead, serve, and make a lasting impact members step into leadership roles, on campus and in the community. THE EMERALD 1 From the Grand Sage DID YOU KNOW? GRAND COUNCIL OWLTALK A SIGMA PI PODCAST FROM THE GRAND SAGE A MESSAGE FROM GS CHRISTIAN J. MIELE (TOWSON '00) The Owl Talk Podcast is BACK for Season 4! The Podcast covers a wide Brothers, range of topics, including the history of the Fraternity, interviews with notable The 58th Biennial Convocation of the Grand Chapter is alumni, and getting a true sense of fast approaching. Join us from June 18-21 in Orlando, what "brotherhood" really means Florida, for an unforgettable celebration of our from the eyes of Sigma Pi members. brotherhood and all that makes Sigma Pi so special. Visit sigmapi.org/owltalk or scan the If you've never attended a Convocation before, this is your GRAND SAGE QR Code to listen to the podcast. Christian J. Miele chance to experience the heart of our Fraternity firsthand! (Towson '00) Get ready for a program packed with opportunities to learn, GS@sigmapi.org lead, and connect. Together, we will deepen our knowledge of Sigma Pi history and ritual through engaging educational talks, hear from dynamic and impactful keynote speakers, and build lasting relationships with brothers from across the continent. Additionally, we'll celebrate the achievements of our outstanding chapters and members, consider proposed revisions to our governing documents, elect a new Grand Council, in and participate in focus groups that will help shape the future of our Fraternity. And to top it off, our venue is just a short walk from a fantastic outdoor dining Through all major social media and entertainment complex with more than a dozen restaurants - channels, members can connect with the perfect spot to network, socialize, and make new memories with each other, share updates from their chapters, and stay informed about the your Sigma Pi brothers. There will truly be something for everyone! latest news, events, and resources. Let's make this Convocation the best one yet as we continue to build Find us on all platforms with @sigmapi, a legacy that embodies the true spirit of our Great Fraternity. or visit sigmapi.org/linkedin to join the Linkedln members group. As always, I Believe. Fraternally, Christia J. While GRAND COUNCIL FOR THE 2024-2026 BIENNIUM Grand Sage - Christian J. Miele (Towson '00) Grand Second Counselor - Justin R. Todoroff (Cal State Long Beach '01) Grand Third Counselor Brian M. Devot (Cal State Long Beach '95) Grand Fourth Counselor - Jeffrey S. Cline (North Carolina State '85) Grand First Counselor - Peter Georgantopoulos (UC Irvine '95) Grand Herald - Bradly T. Ferguson (Vincennes '07) Past Grand Sage - W. Kent Varney (Kentucky '97) 2 Fall 2025 I sigmapi.org Calendar of Events CALENDAR OF EVENTS INTERFRATERNAL NEWS IMPORTANT DATES FOUNDATION FOR FRATERNAL EXCELLENCE In the Spring 2023 issue of The Emerald, Sigma Pi announced its investment into research initiatives through the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence (FFE). This work strengthens the Fraternity's future by providing data that drives smarter fundraising, Alumni Event: Eta-Eta Chapter at Bridgewater State stronger member engagement, and better student experiences. FFE has provided some notable OCTOBER 2025 MARCH 2026 updates regarding the state 1st Billed: Chapter Fall Semi-Annual 3rd Deadline: Chapter Spring of current initiatives: Dues ($300) Semi-Annual Dues + Alumni Engagement Survey: 8th 20 Year Anniversary at 7th Engage Asheville FFE surveyed over 72,000 William Paterson (Theta-Tau) Asheville, North Carolina fraternity and sorority members and donors to better understand 22nd Preparing For Chapter Elections 15th 40 Year Anniversary at what drives alumni engagement Oakland (Zeta-Pi) 31st Deadline: Chapter Fall and philanthropic giving. The Semi-Annual Dues APRIL 2026 study revealed trends across 51 organizations, identified NOVEMBER 2025 11th Recruitment Academy messages that resonate most 8th Oregon Province Workshop 22nd 60 Year Anniversary at with donors, and set national Corvallis, Oregon Wisconsin-Oshkosh (Gamma-Mu) benchmarks for engagement. Findings will be explored DECEMBER 2025 MAY 2026 through upcoming programs. 31st Deadline: Proposed revisions to the 3rd Sigma Pi Memorial Day + Joining Insights: This multi-year Constitution and Bylaws 5th study examines why men join 25 Year Anniversary at (Information on Page 21) fraternities and what influences IUP (Theta-Epsilon) their decisions. With nearly JANUARY 2026 9th Northern California Province Workshop 10,000 responses from over Santa Clara, California 8-9 Mid-Year Leadership Conference 120 campuses, top reasons 15th Grand Chapter Balance of $0 include belonging, networking, 15th Filing deadline for Grand Council and friendship. Key concerns Candidates (Information on Page 21) JUNE 2026 are cost, time commitment, 31st Engage Atlanta and academic impact. 18-21 Convocation Atlanta, Georgia Orlando, FL + Peer Accountability: Recently published in the Journal of FEBRUARY 2026 Campus Activities Practice and 1st Billed: Chapter Spring Semi-Annual Scholarship, this study explores Dues ($300) how undergraduate men 21st Engage Kansas City engage in peer accountability. KEY Kansas City, Missouri It compares fraternity members Sigma Pi Holiday to unaffiliated students and 26th Sigma Pi Founders' Day Educational Programming shows how involvement 26th 100 Year Anniversary at Milestone Anniversary shapes their willingness to Auburn (Alpha-Delta) Deadline address harmful behavior. THE EMERALD 3 SIGMA PI FIND YOUR PURPOSE. 4 Fall 2025 I sigmapi.org Feature FIND YOUR PURPOSE THE NEW CAMPAIGN AND SLOGAN FROM SIGMA PI FRATERNITY by The Emerald Staff or more than a century, Sigma Pi has reengage, and move forward with intention. F asked men to do more than wear letters; This isn't just a slogan for the Fraternity. It's it has asked them to live them. an invitation to act. No matter where a brother This fall, the Fraternity is launching Find Your is in his journey, Find Your Purpose ties the Purpose, a campaign designed to help every Fraternity's values to real impact - on campus, brother-to-be, collegiate member, and alumnus at work, in service, and in Brotherhood. answer a timeless question: What am I here to do? LOOKING BACK, MOVING FORWARD Whether you're just joining or have been out When the Fraternity's founders gathered in 1897, of school for decades, Find Your Purpose is a they spoke of "diffusing culture" and "advancing reminder that every brother has something truth and justice." Find Your Purpose restores that to give and a reason to make a difference. language to today's context, reminding brothers "Find Your Purpose is about more than a message, that a life well-lived is a life spent in service of it's a mindset we want instilled in all of our others - whether giving back financially (see members," said Interim CEO Greg Ritchie Page 16), advocating on Capitol Hill on behalf (UMSL '98). "We want every Sigma Pi man to of fraternity life (see Page 24), or advocating for feel empowered to take action and to be part of others through meaningful service (see Page 28). something greater than himself. This campaign This campaign, as its name suggests, embodies reflects who we are as a Fraternity that continues the true purpose of Sigma Pi," said Grand to evolve, lead, and serve with purpose." Sage Christian J. Miele (Towson '00). "It calls on each of us to reflect on our values THE WHY BEHIND THE CAMPAIGN and to put those values into action - at home, Campus life looks different than it was even in the workplace, and in our communities. a decade ago. Today's students face new pressures, and alumni engagement habits Stories like this - and hundreds more waiting to continue to evolve. But one thing hasn't be told - illustrate a simple truth: purpose found changed: the need for principled leaders and in Sigma Pi never expires; it only evolves. meaningful connections. Find Your Purpose is the On the following page, we'll show how the Fraternity's answer to that need; a call to reflect, new slogan will be expressed in key ways. THE EMERALD 5 Feature KEY AREAS: HOW BROTHERS WILL FIND THEIR PURPOSE AN OVERVIEW OF HOW PURPOSE WILL BE BROUGHT TO LIFE ACROSS THE SIGMA PI EXPERIENCE THE BEGINNING OF THE JOURNEY RECRUITMENT Joining Sigma Pi is the beginning of something bigger. Brothers can help potential new members discover Start Your Quest. brotherhood built on clarity, character, and confidence. EN Be the reason someone takes the first step. GROWTH THROUGH BROTHERHOOD CHAPTER OPERATIONS Success in chapter life isn't about checking boxes. From academics to accountability, our tools and Achieve Excellence. training are here to help brothers grow together - and raise the standard for the next generation. LEADERSHIP Whether you're leading a chapter, alumni club, or volunteer board, Sigma Pi provides Lead with Integrity. tools to serve with humility, vision, and values. Leadership is a daily practice - not just a title. PROGRAMMING Programs like Engage and the Tony Siress Elevate SIGMA Your PI Leadership. Leadership Summit don't just teach skills - they shape men. Step into experiences that challenge, refine, and empower you to lead with purpose. TONY SIP COMMUNITY SERVICE From campus initiatives to city-wide efforts, Sigma Pi men UTOH OSIN step up to make a difference. Use your time and talents Serve Your Community. to uplift others - and reflect the values we stand for. A CLEAN CAMPUS 6 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Feature STAYING CONNECTED FOR LIFE ENGAGEMENT From pledge class to retirement, Brotherhood deepens over time. Reconnect with brothers, Build En Lifelong Bonds. strengthen friendships, and stay involved in ways EN that bring meaning to every stage of life. EII ALUMNI EVENTS Whether it's Founders' Day or a casual get-together, alumni events remind us that Brotherhood doesn't expire. Show Engage with Others. up, share stories, and rediscover the power of connection. II I MENTORSHIP Mentoring isn't just for undergrads - alumni can give back by sharing insights and walking Guide the Next Generation. alongside the next wave of leaders. ЕП GIVING BACK WITH PURPOSE why matters FINANCIAL GIVING Support Sigma Pi and fuel the programs that build better men. Your gift - of any size - helps fund Make an Impact. initiatives to enhance the Sigma Pi Experience. LA SIGNA PLANNED GIVING Ensure the future of Sigma Pi by making a planned gift. Whether through FreeWill or another tool, your legacy Leave Your egacy. can support Brotherhood for generations to come. Have a story of purpose to share? Email communications@sigmapi.org and help us spotlight that impact. THE EMERALD 7 THE ENROLLMENT CLIFF WHAT IT MEANS FOR SIGMA PI by Chris Carter (Middle Tennessee '08), Editor It starts with fewer high school seniors. That's the warning higher education leaders have been hearing for over a decade; a slow-moving demographic shift that once seemed distant. But now, the "enrollment cliff" is no longer a projection on a chart. It's happening. And the ripple effects are being felt across college campuses nationwide. Colleges are shrinking. Some are shuttering satellite locations. Others are consolidating departments or merging entirely. Small liberal arts colleges, especially in the Midwest and Northeast, are under real threat. The challenges of declining enrollment aren't a theory anymore - they're real, visible, and reshaping what college life looks like. And for fraternities like Sigma Pi, this moment demands reflection, resilience, and action. Photo courtesy of Beta-Gamma Chapter at Eastern Illinois Feature A NATIONAL TREND, A LOCAL REALITY As enrollment changes, that means THE DATA The numbers help to paint the fraternities will be affected. This isn't picture of what's happening. a theoretical challenge for Sigma Where Enrollment Stands In fall 2010, approximately 18.1 Pi. It's one we are experiencing Quick Stats on Undergraduate million undergraduate students in real time on many campuses Collegiate Enrollment were enrolled in U.S. colleges where our chapters operate. Source: National Center for Education and universities. By fall 2021, that Statistics (NCES), Fall 2024 Projections Sigma Pi has not been immune to number had declined to 15.4 million, these shifts. Our membership fell + 2010: 18.1 million undergraduates according to the National Center enrolled in college 23.6% from our 2017 peak and + 2021: 15.4 million undergraduates for Education Statistics (NCES) - a remains 5.5% below pre-COVID enrolled in college 15% drop in just over a decade. levels. But in the last two years, + Projected 2030: 16.8 million What's causing it? Demographics, our Fraternity has rebounded far (modest growth, but still below 2010 levels) for one. The 2008 recession led to faster than the rest of the industry, + Gender Breakdown (Fall 2024): a sustained dip in birth rates, which growing 16.3% compared to an - Women: 8.7 million means there are simply fewer high industry-wide 2.6% increase. - Men: 6.4 million school graduates entering college- - Since 1979, women have age. That trend is now accelerating. THE IMPACT ON MEN'S ENROLLMENT outnumbered men in college each year The Western Interstate Commission While the National Center for Education Statistics projects that Why it matters: A smaller, shifting for Higher Education (WICHE) population means fraternities must predicts that the number of overall undergraduate enrollment adapt outreach, messaging, and value high school graduates will have may see modest growth through propositions to remain relevant. peaked around 2025, followed by 2030, that slight rebound does Support Gaps Among Male Students a steady decline through 2041. little to reverse the longer-term According to recent research, male decline we've seen since 2010. The Some regions - especially the college students are less likely than aforementioned Midwest and composition of that student body female peers to: Northeast - are expected to be hit matters: women have outnumbered + Access academic support services hardest. Colleges in these areas are men in college since 1979, and in fall + Seek mental health assistance already feeling the squeeze. Small, 2024, nearly 8.7 million women were + Report feeling a strong sense of belonging on campus tuition-dependent schools are enrolled in undergraduate programs, closing or merging, and large public compared to just 6.4 million men. institutions are consolidating branch Beta-Delta Chapter at the University campuses. According to a analysis of Kansas went from 40 members published by Forbes in May 2025, at in 2020-2021 to just six members in least 76 public or nonprofit colleges 2024-2025 (85% decrease). During in the United States have closed, that period of time, the University merged, or announced closures also saw a 9.51% decrease in full-time or mergers since March 2020. male undergraduate enrollment. However, not all regions or institutions are affected equally. For fraternities, that widening Large flagship universities in growing gap presents a real challenge. states like Texas and Florida may Our ability to recruit, retain, and continue to see enrollment stability, support undergraduate men will or even modest growth, due to be increasingly dependent on how population trends and broader state well we understand and respond investments in higher education. to the changing landscape. THE EMERALD 9 Feature LEGEND ACTIVE CHAPTER COLONY CLOSED CHAPTER (Since 2020-21) Since 2020-21, 28 Sigma Pi chapters and colonies have closed, 15 of which were due to low membership or voluntary charter surrender. NOT JUST DEMOGRAPHICS: THE TRUST GAP What this all means is clear: the to 15 chapters of Sigma Pi making While birthrate decline plays a undergraduate population is not the decision to surrender their major role, it's not the only factor. only smaller, but also more selective charter. This hasn't been a common about the type of education occurrence traditionally, but more College is no longer seen as the they pursue, and what kind of recently, a number of chapters default path. Rising tuition, mounting experience they expect from it. have made the difficult choice. student debt, and increased skepticism about the return on THE RIPPLE EFFECT ON FRATERNITY LIFE For Sigma Pi, this moment investment have pushed many presents a challenge but When college enrollment shrinks, students to explore alternatives. also an opportunity to lead. everything on campus is affected - And they're acting on that impulse. from class sizes and athletic teams to RETHINKING SUCCESS A 2025 article in the New York Post student organizations and residence For years, many chapters measured reported that 42% of Gen Z adults halls. And Greek life is no exception. success by one main metric: how are now pursuing or working in In the New England region of many new members they recruited. skilled trades such as plumbing, Sigma Pi, average roster size has A chapter that brought in 25 men welding, or electrical work. Many decreased since 2020 by 51.46%, during the fall was celebrated. A of them are driven by job security, while the Southeast region has chapter that didn't meet quota? hands-on work, and the belief that seen an increase of 24.95%. It's Often seen as falling short. these careers are less vulnerable to important to understand that But in an era of enrollment decline, automation and economic upheaval. kind of decline isn't unique to one that framework needs to shift. Meanwhile, international student campus. Across the country, chapters Recruitment is still important, but enrollment has also seen a decline in are feeling the effects of smaller it's no longer just about numbers. some regions due to changes in visa incoming classes, fewer interested It's about relevance. It's about policy and global uncertainty, which students, and - in some cases - a helping students understand why has further impacted enrollment lack of institutional support. Sigma Pi exists, what it offers, and totals and campus diversity. Declining membership has also led why it matters more than ever in a 10 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Feature world that often feels disconnected, builds a foundation of values from OUR IMPACT uncertain, and transactional. day one. Tightrope, our interactive One interesting perspective on how risk management training, tackles How We're Navigating for things have changed for the better, real-life challenges head-on with the Enrollment Cliff however, is that Sigma Pi has seen modules on alcohol, hazing, sexual Sigma Pi is not standing still. misconduct, and mental health. a consistent increase in the average These current initiatives reflect And our newest addition - the chapter size across the landscape of our proactive approach: Virtual Academy - is a flexible, on- Sigma Pi. In 2022, the average chapter + IMPACT Campaign: Sustained demand platform currently offering size was 37, but as of May 2025, funding for educational modules on recruitment, reporting, programming across chapters that number has increased to 49. and effective programming. + Bayard Membership Experience: However, while membership size A values-based new member 5,830 members, whether may signal health, it's not the core program improving retention undergraduate or alumnus, were + Tightrope: Online risk management of our value. Our mission has always directly impacted through educational education with modules on alcohol, been to build better men - through and engagement efforts in 2024-25. hazing, mental health, and more mentorship, leadership, character This includes programs like our new + Virtual Academy: On-demand development, and Brotherhood. training designed for chapter member experience, the Bayard operational needs, focusing WHY SIGMA PI HAS VALUE Membership Experience, which on recruitment, reporting, As today's students navigate has led chapters to maintain a new and programming higher stress levels, mental health member retention rate of 93%. + Engage: Regional programs building leadership and challenges, and increased financial Our own data shows us that chapters operational momentum pressure, one thing hasn't changed: that attend Engage events see a + Bonds of Brotherhood: young men are still seeking purpose, reduction in health and safety-related Comprehensive program supporting belonging, and community. issues, Sigma Pi policy violations, and mental health awareness They want real connection in a world an increase in growth & recruitment. + Tony Siress Leadership Summit: National-level event full of noise. They want guidance. This sustained success reflects focused on personal and They want to become someone, the Fraternity's positive impact on professional development not just earn something. Sigma Pi is brothers, university partners, and + Recruitment Academy: Program uniquely positioned to meet that need. communities. It's proof that Sigma offers exclusive professional development alongside practical Through values-based programming, Pi provides more than just a social recruitment coaching. outlet. We create a framework for regional initiatives like Engage, men to grow into their full potential. To learn more about all of the national programs like the Tony Siress programs Sigma Pi has to offer, Leadership Summit, and dedicated But we have to communicate that just visit sigmapi.org/education efforts like Bonds of Brotherhood clearly and often, as research - our mental health initiative shows that male students are supporting members through life's significantly less likely to seek challenges - Sigma Pi showcases academic or emotional support, first-hand that we're on the right path even when they need it. toward a value-added experience. CHANGE STRENGTHENS BROTHERHOOD The quality education that Sigma Pi The most successful chapters is providing cannot be understated. today are those building deeper It's not limited to one program or relationships - both during one weekend; it's a layered, year- recruitment and throughout the round system designed to meet chapter experience. They're investing our members where they are. The in service, collaborating with Bayard Membership Experience campus partners, engaging in their THE EMERALD 11 Feature NEXT STEPS Enrollment shifts are reshaping the future of higher education, and fraternity life feels that change directly. But the strength of Sigma Pi has always come from brothers supporting brothers across generations. Alumni involvement is more important than ever to ensure our chapters remain strong, relevant, and prepared for the future. Ways you can help: + Provide financial support At Mississippi, Beta-Mu Chapter has grown steadily since Covid, reflecting how strong chapters can to national programs that thrive even as enrollment patterns shift nationwide. provide leadership training. communities, and recruiting leaders just within the Fraternity world, + Mentor undergraduates through who will carry their chapter forward. but on campuses and within career advice, leadership guidance, and life experience. This is where alumni support communities. It's a moment to help + Volunteer as a Chapter Advisor, becomes very important. students rediscover the power of housing board member, or in brotherhood. To show them that a more specific role to provide When enrollment declines, alumni Sigma Pi isn't just about creating stability and oversight. matter more than ever. They provide + college memories, but shaping Partner with chapters to create mentoring, financial support, service opportunities that connect lifelong purpose. It's about preparing career networking, and continuity. Sigma Pi to local communities. them for the rest of their lives. And they help reinforce the idea + Help with recruitment by sharing that brotherhood doesn't end with We don't need to fear the future. referrals, introducing potential members, or hosting informal graduation; our Fraternity is for life. But we do need to engage it - alumni-undergraduate meetups. By strengthening the bonds between head-on and united together. + Offer internships, job undergraduates and alumni, That means helping our chapters shadowing, or career networking we can create a culture that is opportunities to prepare brothers recruit with purpose, while finding for life after graduation. more resilient, more supportive, theirs. It means investing in + Stay engaged by attending and more future-focused. educational programming that speaks events, visiting chapters, or LEADING THROUGH THE CLIFF to today's students, not yesterday's joining alumni clubs to reinforce We won't pretend this isn't a assumptions. It means expanding lifelong brotherhood. challenge. It is. The enrollment cliff what impact looks like - not just through growth, but through depth. SOURCES is real, and the decline is underway. And there's no magic button to It means asking ourselves - Sources Cited: reverse demographic trends. every brother, every chapter + National Center for Education Statistics But Sigma Pi has weathered storms - how we're living out our + Western Interstate Commission before. We've survived world wars, Creed in a changing world. for Higher Education + New York Post, "Gen Z Turns to global pandemics, and technological Because no matter how enrollment Trade Jobs," May 24, 2025 change. What sustained us then is numbers shift, the need for purpose, + NIC Research, "Men in College" what will sustain us now: commitment + Forbes, "Trump's Student Visa Policies May leadership, and connection will to our mission, investment in our Accelerate College Closures," May 9, 2025 never disappear. And Sigma Pi is people, and belief in our values. prepared to meet that need, both This is a moment to lead - not now and for generations to come. 12 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org IMPACT IMPACT strengthens Sigma Pi by funding leadership training, chapter resources, and personal development through the Educational Development Fund. Your support helps brothers succeed in college and beyond. 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Debit/credit card, ACH, Paypal, and Venmo accepted. THE EMERALD 13 The Foundations FOUNDATION UPDATES SIGMA PI SIGMA PI EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES: CHAPTER FUND GIFTS CAN NOW GO TO ANY ACTIVE CHAPTER SOCATIONAL FOUNDATION Brothers, In the past year, your generous support has funded over $100,000 in scholarships to deserving brothers across the country. The Sigma Pi Educational Foundation SPEF BOARD OF TRUSTEES (SPEF) administers gifts and uses the income from them to enhance the college experience. Chairman SPEF's goal is to continue achieving high yields on our SPEF CHAIRMAN Mike Long (Oakland '03) investments to promote education and charitable giving Mike Long Vice Chairman/Investments according to the donors' intent, and I hope you join us (Oakland '03) Nik Chillar (UC Irvine '95) on this mission. SPEF@sigmapi.org Treasurer Daniel Daugherty (Morehead State '88) Now, more than ever in SPEF's 75-year history, it's important to help young men develop the skills to socially navigate the world with an eye toward Secretary Shane Ray (East Carolina '90) scholarship, chivalry, culture, and character. The Fraternity's leadership programming helps these men progress dexterously into the next stages of life. Trustee Patrick Reimer (Morehead State '94) SPEF recently lowered the barriers to donating, so now anyone can Trustee donate to any active chapter. If you haven't already had a chance to Todd Griffin (East Carolina '90) donate to this year's 10 Stars Campaign, I'm asking you to join in by simply giving at least $10 and asking 10 others to do the same. If you're MAKE A GIFT ONLINE reading this later than October, it's not too late to donate to another fund. 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See sigmapi.org/donate for a list of options and benefits. 14 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org The Foundations ARKANSAS Alpha- Sigma Chapter at Arkansas GIVING OPPORTUNITiES CHAPTER EDUCATIONAL FUNDS by Jacob Camilleri (SVSU '14), Senior Director of Fundraising C hapter Educational Funds resources for chapter operations, on the program: "Thanks to the (CEFs) are one of the most and expand opportunities for support of our CEF, individual effective ways alumni can community service and philanthropy. members of Zeta-Pi Chapter have ensure the continued success of their "Creating our Chapter Education had the incredible opportunity to chapter. Established through the Fund has eliminated the not-so-fun attend key conferences and receive Sigma Pi Educational Foundation, admin work of managing our fund invaluable training. This investment CEFs are restricted, tax-deductible independently," said James Munson has not only equipped our brothers funds created for individual chapters. (Oregon State '08), who volunteers with the tools and knowledge to Every dollar given goes directly with Omega Chapter. "This has excel, but it has ignited a renewed back to support the undergraduate made recruiting alumni volunteers sense of motivation and ambition members of that chapter. much easier. We can spend more within the Chapter. As a result, it is The value of the program is clear. time supporting and working with now operating with a clearer vision, CEFs provide scholarships that our Chapter, and it has enhanced stronger leadership, and a deeper keep membership accessible, the giving process by streamlining commitment to our values, ensuring leadership training that equips donations (and company matching). that every brother is empowered to brothers to lead with integrity, and Requesting disbursements is easy, contribute to our continued success." educational programming that straightforward, and the team is very prepares undergraduates for success communicative. A great resource The growth of the CEF program on campus and after graduation. By reflects the commitment of alumni and value-add to our Fraternity." reducing financial barriers, these who understand their chapter's legacy Today, more chapters are seeing funds allow students to focus on is best preserved through action. the benefits of alumni investment what matters most - developing their Every gift, large or small, ensures through CEFs. These funds make skills, building lifelong relationships, Sigma Pi chapters remain strong for it possible to send undergraduates and living the values of Sigma Pi. generations to come. Supporting a to national leadership conferences, As mentioned by Chairman Long in provide educational resources for CEF is simple. Alumni select their his letter, donors can now make chapter operations, and expand chapter's fund, make a contribution, and know their dollars are invested a gift to any active chapter. Each opportunities for community service fund becomes available for use and philanthropy. Each contribution where it matters most - the success once it reaches the $10,000 vesting has a direct and visible effect, of their own Brotherhood. level and forms a Local Advisory strengthening the undergraduate Through CEFs, alumni are shaping a Committee to guide distributions. experience while sustaining the purposeful future for our chapters. traditions alumni hold dear. These funds make it possible to Visit sigmapi.org/donate send undergraduates to national Past Grand Herald Rob Pankau and click on Chapter Fund to leadership conferences, provide (Oakland '02) shared his perspective support your chapter's CEF. * THE EMERALD 15 The Foundations DONOR SPOTLIGHT WAYS TO GIVE ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES by The Emerald Staff ohn Dinka (Detroit Mercy '79) J knew nobody when he arrived on campus, but a number of ONLINE (DESKTOP OR MOBILE) Sigma Pi brothers lived on his floor Giving back to Sigma Pi Fraternity with your debit or credit card online at give. in the dorms (having no chapter sigmapi.org or scan the QR Code house at the time). He joined above. This is a quick and secure way them at Fraternity parties, grew to make your contribution today! 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This format offers more direct Speakers included Todd Griffin, 2025 academic year. From the Back engagement and targeted support Dr. Matt Johnson (SVSU '00), Matt to School Seminar to the Tony Siress as chapters begin the semester. Smith (Valparaiso '01), Dr. Jay Leadership Summit, brothers gained DEVELOPING LEADERS: MID-YEAR Morgan (Murray State '91), Kevin practical tools, sharpened leadership LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Carey (Bloomington, IL '09), Nelson skills, and built connections that Farris (Cal State Long Beach '63), strengthened their chapters. January's Mid-Year Leadership Quentin Groce (Grand Valley State Conference brought together 172 '06), Bailey Joseph (Worcester STARTING THE YEAR STRONG: brothers from 56 chapters for two Polytechnic '17), Alexander Pettigrew BACK TO SCHOOL SEMINAR intensive days. Attendees included (IUP '15), Jake Reed (Arkansas The academic year opened with the Executive Councils, committee '19), Todd Miller (UT-Martin '83), Back to School Seminar, designed members, and alumni, logging more and Jacob Camilleri (SVSU '14). to prepare chapter leaders after the than 29,000 minutes of programming. The 2025 event also introduced summer hiatus. In 2024, 47 brothers Undergraduates focused on a Pre-Conference Checklist, attended sessions focused on budgeting, new member experience, raising the quality of discussion. operations, Executive Council roles, standards, servant leadership, and Members attending the 2026 Mid- and resources to support success. crisis communication. Alumni and Year Leadership Conference will In 2025, the Seminar shifts to a volunteers engaged in sessions on be asked in advance to complete condensed, small-group format on mentoring, higher education trends, the checklist and Chapter Officer September 2-4. Leaders will meet and fundraising. General sessions Transition Training in the Plaid with their Sigma Pi point of contact to included the State of the Fraternity, LMS in order to elevate the event. 18 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Conferences and Programming ЕП EП Left page: a member takes note at the 2025 TSLS. Right page, left photo: members gather for the Engage Philly event; right photo: attendees at the inaugural Recruitment Academy pose for a group photo. GROWING CHAPTERS: Angeles. Representation included Brothers from 21 chapters and nine RECRUITMENT ACADEMY Sages, counselors, committee provinces participated. Sessions In April 2025, Sigma Pi Fraternity chairs, and aspiring leaders. included leadership strategy with PGS hosted the inaugural Recruitment Keynote sessions covered Ed Panconi, financial literacy with Academy in Nashville. Fifteen relationship building, financial Doug Gold, risk management with brothers from ten chapters literacy, accountability, progress, and Allen Yee, personal branding with participated, including Sages, leadership. Each event moved into Todd Griffin, and self-awareness with officers, and aspiring leaders. discussion groups on recruitment, Chris Woods. The day ended with Partnering with Dale Carnegie, standards, alumni engagement, a team-building Golf Cart Quest. the Academy offered exclusive and maximizing membership. professional development alongside The next Summit will be held practical recruitment coaching. Four Engage events are in 2027, alternating with the scheduled for 2025-2026: Alumni speakers included Charles biennial Convocation. Pankenier (UC Irvine '95), Matthew + Boston - September 27, 2025 MOVING FORWARD Tynski (Valparaiso '08), Justin + Atlanta - January 31, 2026 Todoroff (CSU-Long Beach '01), and + Kansas City - February 21, 2026 From start to finish, programs Jeremy Royal (Raleigh '95). Attendees + Asheville - March 7, 2026 of Sigma Pi Fraternity in 2024- left with recruitment toolkits, refined Two additional province workshops 2025 delivered practical training documents, and growth strategies will take place in Santa Clara, and meaningful connections. to strengthen their chapters. CA and Corvallis, OR. Attendance grew, curricula evolved, The 2026 Recruitment Academy and more provinces engaged. A NATIONAL STAGE: TONY SIRESS will be announced in January. As the Fraternity looks ahead to LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2025-2026, the mission remains CONNECTING PROVINCES: ENGAGE The Fraternity closed the year by clear: build stronger chapters by Engage programming continued to elevating the Tony Siress Leadership developing stronger leaders. bring officers and emerging leaders Summit to a national program. together at the province level. Interest exceeded expectations, with If you're interested in being a In 2024-2025, brothers from 33 the 50-person cap reached three part of these events as a speaker chapters across five provinces met weeks before registration closed or facilitator, please reach out to in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Los and 75 more on the waiting list. Pettigrew at apettigrew@sigmapi.org. THE EMERALD 19 Conferences and Programming 58TH BIENNIAL CONVOCATION ORLANDO, FLORIDA we are heading to ORLANDO! Sigma Pi Fraternity's 58th Biennial Convocation From legislative sessions to meaningful will take place in Orlando, Florida, next summer, recognition moments, Convocation offers from June 18 to 21, 2026! more than tradition. You'll network with Join brothers from across the country for three undergraduates and alumni, honor standout days of connection, celebration, and leadership. chapters and members, and take part in This is a chance to help shape the Fraternity's decisions that guide our organization forward. future, and experience brotherhood on a national Whether you're attending for the first time or level firsthand, while exchanging ideas and returning as a delegate or guest, this is your building lasting relationships. chance to leave your mark on Sigma Pi! GRAND CHAPTE SIGMA PI FRATER EK 20 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Conferences and Programming DETAILS THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO CALL FOR CANDIDATES WHAT IS BIENNIAL CONVOCATION Make the most of your time at the 2026 Interested in serving on the Fraternity's The regular, once-every-two-years meeting Convocation with these nearby attractions. national volunteer leadership board? The of the Grand Chapter, the Fraternity's For a full overview, see Page 9 of the window to file as a candidate for Grand Council supreme governing body. But it's so Spring 2025 issue of The Emerald. opens on November 1! For information about much more than just a business meeting! WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT candidate eligibility, filing requirements, Convocation is a grand celebration of and general expectations for grand officers, Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood the time-honored and rich traditions that please visit sigmapi.org/convocation, or Studios, and Animal Kingdom embody the true spirit of Sigma Pi. email Elections Committee Chairman offer classic attractions and new Drew Carpenter (Middle Tennessee '18) WHEN experiences for every brother. at drew@carpenter.us.com. June 18-21, 2026 UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT WHERE Three parks minutes from Convocation, PROPOSED REVISIONS TO Rosen Centre including the newly opened Epic Universe. 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 GOVERNING DOCUMENTS THE WHEEL AT ICON PARK WHO IS EXPECTED TO ATTEND Ride 400 feet up for sweeping views of Each active Sigma Pi chapter and alumni Orlando, perfect for a group photo. December 31 is the deadline for Chapters, club is required to send a voting delegate. Alumni Clubs, Grand Officers, and Past POINTE ORLANDO These delegates, along with the Fraternity's Grand Officers in good standing to submit Restaurants, nightlife, and live music past and present grand officers, comprise any proposed revisions to the Fraternity's for a night out with brothers. the Grand Chapter, which is responsible Constitution and Bylaws. Proposed for conducting the business and legislative SEA LIFE ORLANDO AQUARIUM revisions must be submitted electronically affairs of the Fraternity. That said, all Sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles in an to both Constitution and Bylaws Committee Sigma Pi brothers in good standing are immersive underwater experience. Chairman Ryan Post (Valparaiso '09) welcome and encouraged to attend at ryanpost1897@gmail.com and WONDERWORKS ORLANDO (whether they have voting rights or not.) Grand Fourth Counselor Jeffrey S. The upside-down house packed with Cline (North Carolina State '85), the HOW TO REGISTER interactive exhibits, laser tag, and VR fun. committee's Grand Council liaison, Registration will open in early 2026, so at grandfourth@sigmapi.org. keep an eye out via email and social media! In accordance with Article XII of the If you need to update your email with Constitution, all proposed changes Sigma Pi, please visit portal.sigmapi.org. will be published at least 90 days prior to Convocation on sigmapi.org. THE EMERALD 21 Conferences and Programming SPEAKERS/FACILITATORS NEEDED Sigma Pi is seeking Brothers to serve as speakers and facilitators at upcoming events. This is an opportunity to share knowledge, guide discussion, and strengthen leadership within the Fraternity. Upcoming programs include: ENGAGE TONY SUNMIT SIRESS SIGMA SIGMA MID-YEAR LEADERSHIP ENGAGE CONVOCATION CONFERENCE (MYLC) Event Size: 20-30 Event Size: 250-275 Event Size: 175-225 Event Type: In-Person Event Type: In-Person Event Type: Virtual When: When: June 18-21, 2026 When: January 7-8, 2025 + Atlanta - January 31, 2026 Attendees Focus: Chapter delegates, + Kansas City - February 21, 2026 Attendees Focus: Executive alumni club representatives, + Asheville - March 7, 2026 Council, Committee Chairmen, undergraduate and alumni & Alumni/Volunteers Attendees Focus: Officers members, families, and guests Purpose: Join Sigma Pi for its annual Purpose: Sigma Pi Engage is an Purpose: The 58th Biennial leadership conference focusing on initiative designed to provide officers Convocation brings members the development and refinement and members with opportunities together to conduct Fraternity of skills of undergraduate leaders to learn, connect, and interact business, vote on organizational across the country. Attendees with others within and outside changes, and elect the next Grand will be immersed in two days of their chapters. It aims to create a Council. The event also features conversation and activity geared supportive community within the networking, leadership development, towards enhancing operational province that enables members to keynote speakers, workshops, and knowledge, improving local best make a positive impact on those the presentation of the Fraternity's practices, and preparing for the year around them. This regional-based top awards. It provides members ahead as members of the Executive event will consist of educational and guests an opportunity to Council. MYLC also includes a track programming focused on key topics celebrate the history and future of of sessions specifically geared to and such as reporting, recruitment, Sigma Pi while connecting with for Alumni/Volunteers which focuses onboarding, officer transitions, and brothers from across the country and on increasing their knowledge and risk management. It will provide a strengthening their commitment to effectiveness in their roles. Some platform for sharing best practices, the organization's values, leadership, topics presented at MYLC include fostering meaningful connections, and and lifelong brotherhood. building successful teams, running strengthening relationships within meetings within your chapter, your local Sigma Pi community. annual chapter budget planning, and trends in higher education. HOW TO GET INVOLVED Scan the QR Code to submit your interest form and learn more about upcoming opportunities. 22 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org SIGMA PI FIND LICENSED PRODUCTS NOW AVAILABLE ON amazon EST. 1897 SIGMA PI Sigma Pi SIGMA PI 1897 SIGMA PI SIGMA P, ЕП 1897 SIGMA PI EST. 1897 PRIME AVAILABLE ON SELECT PRODUCTS! Scan or go to PRODUCT LICENSED AFFINITY amazon.com/sigmapi for more! Member Success UNDERGRADUATE SPOTLIGHT STANDING UP FOR FRATERNITY LIFE by Alex Beaven (Pennington & Company), contributing writer S a young man from West Des Prevention. It was amazing to see A Moines, Thomas Knudsen all the planning come together; (Iowa '22) was already aware watching the moms' excitement of the Sigma Pi brotherhood when and knowing we raised more he started at the University of Iowa. than $7,500 for such an important After an exceptional recruitment cause made it really special." experience with a former high PGS Steve Lawler ('84) has school soccer teammate, Thomas been especially impactful on his joined Xi Chapter and began to development, providing meaningful grow as a brother and a leader. wisdom as Thomas takes on new FRATERNAL DEVELOPMENT responsibilities for Xi Chapter. "I am Students from Thomas' high school deeply grateful for the conversations had a strong presence in Xi Chapter, we've shared. His guidance which made it easier for him to has had a lasting impact on my establish fraternal connections journey as a Sigma Pi brother." and find his home on campus. LEARNING TO LEAD Undergraduate members have Serving as chapter sage at the end UNDERGRADUATE SPOTLIGHT provided an authentic sense of of freshman year was a challenge brotherhood while encouraging for Thomas, but he saw it as an Thomas to develop within the opportunity to prove himself to Do you know a Sigma Pi undergraduate Sigma Pi support system. upperclassmen while advocating who is making a remarkable impact on their chapter, campus, or community? We want "I knew Sigma Pi was where I for changes that would benefit the to feature them in The Emerald! Whether wanted to be. The people were entire chapter. That first executive they excel in leadership, academics, service, genuine, welcoming, and driven. I position highlighted the importance or another area, we're looking for brothers felt like I had found a place where of balancing different viewpoints and who embody the values of Sigma Pi. I could grow and belong." being a confident but humble leader. Submit your nominations by emailing Thomas immediately began forming "On a professional level, being emerald@sigmapi.org with the nominee's name, chapter, and a brief description of bonds with his Sigma Pi brothers, surrounded by a group of motivated their achievements. Help us showcase the and he fondly recalls his high school and driven individuals has pushed me best of Sigma Pi! teammate becoming his Big Brother to a higher standard. The brotherhood during Big Brother Night. Another has challenged me to grow, stay standout memory was helping accountable, and always strive to be to plan Mom's Weekend during the best version of myself not just for sophomore year and collaborating me, but also for those around me." with chapter members to organize As Thomas elevated his commitment a successful fundraiser event. in the role of chapter president, "I helped plan it, and that year we he wanted to capitalize on the decided to combine it with a silent potential for Sigma Pi to become a auction to raise money for the stronger, more unified brotherhood American Foundation for Suicide at Iowa. His service as president 24 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Member Success Knudsen (second from left) stands outside the U.S. Capitol with his lobbying group during NIC's Day on the Hill, a day of advocacy and meetings with congressional offices. has been one of the most rewarding is a dream come true, and I don't judicial board in revising internal experiences of college life, though take the privilege lightly. I'm excited policies for the university's Thomas understands the immense to serve my fellow students and Fraternity and Sorority life. responsibility on his shoulders. make a real difference on campus." REPRESENTATION IN D.C. "There were more than 150 brothers By serving as a voice for his fellow Following a prior internship for standing behind me, and with students, Thomas hopes to be a an Iowa congressman in the U.S. that came the responsibility of good communicator for his peers as he works with local, state, and House of Representatives, Thomas representing not just the individuals federal officials alongside university recently had the chance to visit but a longstanding brotherhood with deep roots on campus as well. It's administration. Collaborating with Capitol Hill with the North American been an incredible honor to lead, and fellow undergraduate leaders, he is Interfraternity Conference. I've always tried to approach the role prepared to address key concerns "I wasn't going back as a staffer, but with humility and a deep respect for and improve campus life. as a constituent and student leader the leaders who've come before me." "I work hand-in-hand with student advocating for issues that directly body representatives to listen to their impact Fraternity and Sorority life. A VOICE FOR IOWA STUDENTS ideas, build consensus, and push What made the experience even While Thomas' role as chapter forward initiatives that truly benefit more meaningful was that I could president symbolizes a cultural our whole campus community." approach it from both sides - as shift for Xi Chapter, he extends Thomas also represents Sigma Pi someone with firsthand knowledge his devotion to Fraternity life at as chief justice of the Interfraternity of how those conversations happen Iowa through his recent election Council, a role he stepped into behind closed doors and as someone as student body president. in spring 2025. In this position, living the real student experience "Representing the University of Iowa he focuses on leading the IFC that these policies affect." THE EMERALD 25 Member Success Top Left: Thomas Knudsen poses with Congressman Zach Nunn on Capitol Hill during his summer internship; Top Right: As Chapter President, Knudsen joins the Xi Chapter Executive Board for a group photo marking their term of service; Bottom: Knudsen with the newly-elected University of lowa IFC Executive Council following their leadership elections. Thomas appreciated the support safety improvements in chapter higher education. He appreciates Sigma Pi provided for his trip, housing, the government can help the support Sigma Pi provided for and he enjoyed meeting with create safer and more accessible the experience and hopes to see fellow student leaders to train on living environments. Additionally, progress made at the state and lobbying strategies. On the second upholding students' rights to freely federal levels to positively influence day of the trip, the students went associate and participate in values- Fraternity and Sorority life on directly to offices in the House based organizations is critical campuses across the country. and Senate buildings to advocate to ensuring that Fraternity and Thomas is a political science and for the Collegiate Housing and Sorority life remains a meaningful ethics and public policy major with Infrastructure Act and the Freedom of and protected part of the college a minor in business administration. Association in Higher Education Act. experience nationwide." After graduation, he plans to pursue "By supporting legislation like the Following the trip, Thomas returned law school. You can connect with Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure to Iowa with a greater understanding Thomas at tknudsen77@gmail.com. Act, which would allow for tax- of how the government can shape deductible contributions toward the evolving student experience in 26 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Member Success MEMBER SUCCESS GAME CHANGERS Nick Ornitz (Cornell '13), Sean Lobb (UC Irvine '10), Dr. Donald W. Caudill (Southern Co-Founder and CEO of Topline Attorney in Securities Litigation Arkansas '91) has published The Pro, announced a $27 million Series & Enforcement at Stradling Yocca Success Pyramid: A Scientific Formula B funding round to expand the Carlson & Rauth, has been named for Getting Everything You Desire, based company's AI platform for home- to the 2025 Super Lawyers Rising on 50 years of research. Available service professionals. The platform Stars list - an honor given to just the at the Sigma Pi Bookstore (online at is designed to help small business top 2.5% of attorneys who are either bookshop.org/shop/sigmapi) the book owners streamline operations so under 40 or in practice for ten years presents a refined model of success they can focus more on their trade or less. The recognition highlights his developed in 1976 and strengthened and less on administrative tasks. work in business litigation, white- with practical and scientific insights. Learn more at toplinepro.com. collar defense, and securities matters. Caudill, facing a cancer diagnosis with terminal implications, shares his formula to help others achieve authentic success aligned with the mission of Sigma Pi. Dr. Caudill joined Sigma Pi as an alumni initiate in 1991. * GAME CHANGERS SPOTLIGHT Do you know a Sigma Pi alumnus who is Alex Simon (Southern California '87), Karl E. May (Ohio Northern '68) making waves in their career, community, or industry? We want to feature them in award-winning screenwriter, has been honored with a The Emerald! Whether they're breaking journalist, and editor, announced that proclamation from the Grand Council new ground in business, excelling in his award winning short story Ocean of Sigma Pi Fraternity recognizing leadership, driving innovation, or giving Pacific was recently published. The his decades of leadership and back in meaningful ways, Game Changers work is already ranked in the top 100 mentorship with Zeta Chapter. The highlights brothers who embody the spirit in Amazon's Teen & Young Adult proclamation cites his unwavering of Sigma Pi. Coming of Age Fiction ebooks. Check service, steadfast leadership, Submit your nominations by emailing Ocean Pacific out today as a published and dedication to advancing emerald@sigmapi.org with the nominee's name, chapter, and a brief description of as a Kindle Single on Amazon. the mission of the Fraternity. their achievements. THE EMERALD 27 Feature Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Feature FEELING SEEN JOE STRECHAY ON BLINDNESS AND ACCESSIBILITY IN ENTERTAINMENT by Will Marsh (Pennington & Company), contributing writer oe Strechay (East Carolina '97) Joe, who joined Sigma Pi with his twin J works as a visual impairment coach in brother, Dan (East Carolina '97), Hollywood. In other words, Joe, who is began losing his vision as a college completely blind, helps productions portray freshman. Sigma Pi recently spoke to blindness accurately and respectfully while Joe about his career and how his Eta- advocating for accessibility for actors and Kappa Chapter brothers supported him staff. If you've watched shows like See, All the through his life-changing struggle. Light You Cannot See, The OA, or Daredevil NOTE: This interview has been (both the original Netflix run and Born Again), edited for length and clarity. you've observed the results of his work! WHAT MADE SIGMA PI THE RIGHT (we're both Eagle Scouts), which life moving forward. Many brothers FRATERNITY FOR YOU? we practiced in a totally different gave me rides to my appointments, Dan and I chose East Carolina format in Sigma Pi. I would say which were not on the bus route. University after falling in love with we took a lot of those skills into My first two years in college were the campus, people, and weather. our working lives post-college. pretty bumpy, but I found my way We first met Jeff Yurfest (East WHEN YOUR VISION LOSS BEGAN, HOW DID in the last two years. I turned my Carolina '95), who was the Chapter YOUR FRATERNITY BROTHERS SUPPORT YOU? education around and got super president at the time, and bonded In my first two years, I lost most involved with the communications over bands like The Grateful Dead of my vision and had no clue what department, volunteering around and Phish. From there, we randomly to expect. I hit my rock bottom campus and the community. The met other members around campus. during that first year, but my family Fraternity was still a big part of One of the things we truly liked about and my Fraternity brothers were my life. I can't say enough for the the Fraternity was that it was filled there for me. I truthfully wouldn't with an eclectic group of guys. It be alive today if it weren't for " didn't feel like your typical fraternity those people surrounding me. (or what we thought that was from I couldn't see much more than We brought on television). It was a great group of lights at night, which made travel performers of all kinds people who felt comfortable and fun. extremely difficult and filled with of disabilities [for the anxiety. I used to have to memorize HOW DID BEING A MEMBER OF ETA- the campus and town to navigate television show SEE], KAPPA CHAPTER HELP SHAPE YOU? at night, using my feet to clear and we didn't define it We met people who are still for curbs and other objects. (Fire friends today, creating experiences, hydrants were my enemy!) I found in the show - they were adventures, and lifelong memories counseling during that first year just part of the world. with those guys. Dan and I learned a in school, which changed my lot of leadership skills as Boy Scouts perspective on disability and my " THE EMERALD 29 Feature brothers, as they were there for me when I needed help most. WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES FROM YOUR UNDERGRADUATE FRATERNITY YEARS? I was truly focused on trying to balance school, Sigma Pi, and life. I wouldn't say I was a leader in the Fraternity, but I tried to always do my part to help it move forward. In my later years, I helped with summer recruitment and served as sergeant-at-arms. Dan was the president and treasurer prior to that. My Fraternity brothers always treated me as who I was: Joe, their brother. Strechay (left) with his wife Jennifer and Charlie Cox, lead actor on the show Daredevil: Born Again. We had many adventures and lessons Strechay served as the Visual Impairment Coach for Cox. with them all, and I wouldn't change a thing. Navigating those dark times the younger version), providing I first started working on SEE as they helped me appreciate the bright advice on the character of Matt were developing the scripts. Then, as light that is in the world. Many of Murdock, including the props and set they built out the show, they decided these brothers shine bright lights direction surrounding that character. they would need me full-time. My wherever they are. We all try our best Daredevil is probably the most iconic wife and I decided I couldn't say no to impact the world however we can character in the blindness world. I to this opportunity. We brought on - I hope to do this in my own life. learned a lot from this experience performers of all kinds of disabilities, and enjoyed working with the actors and we didn't define it in the show CAN YOU DESCRIBE YOUR WORK IN and background performers. - they were just part of the world. THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY? The showrunners, Dan Shotz and For Netflix's The OA, I worked with In my work as a blindness and John Steinberg, worked with me, accessibility consultant, I try to help Brit Marling and others as she trusted me, and mentored me; it was productions, films, and TV series prepared for the role and co-wrote a huge honor. By the end of season present blindness in a respectful the scripts. Brit was one of the most one, I was an associate producer, and creative manner. For instance, intelligent and kind people I've a co-producer for season two, and I train actors in the skills that worked with; she brought detailed then an executive producer for people who are blind or have low intelligence to the work. Both Charlie season three. My voice grew, and my vision use in their everyday life. and Brit were fantastic to work with, confidence in our work grew. In three I also work with productions on and I'm still in touch with both. seasons, we brought on 36 actors suggestions regarding scripts, props, It's very cool to see things that who are blind or low vision, plus set decoration, blocking for each you suggest (or things about hundreds of background performers scene, accessibility for persons yourself) built into characters that who are blind or low vision. with disabilities, public relations, are shown on television. Some of In 2022, I helped produce a Netflix marketing, and so much more. Matt Murdock's mannerisms [in limited series called All the Light We Marvel's Daredevil was my first Daredevil] are based on my own, Cannot See. We were able to cast time being on a big set for a TV and in The OA, Prairie's white legally blind actresses Nell Sutton and series or film; it was a huge learning canes are my own. (They had a Aria Mia Loberti, and it was a great experience. I got to work with Charlie delay in getting their own canes, pleasure to bring this novel adaptation Cox (and Skyler Gartner, who plays so mine were used in the show!) to life. Shawn Levy and Stephen 30 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Feature LEFT: Strechay (left) with Apple CEO Tim Cook during the filming of Season 1 of SEE. Cook visited the set, participated in a panel for People and Emmy magazines. RIGHT: Strechay (right) on the set of SEE with lead actor Jason Momoa. Strechay served as Co-executive Producer of the Apple TV+ series. Knight were geniuses to work with. trying to use our own lens on other but I think it's done well for me, so I feel blessed to have learned from people - that's a big mistake. I'm not giving up on that hobby yet. all those amazing professionals. We HOW HAVE YOU STAYED CONNECTED WITH IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD created some cool and beautiful SIGMA PI ALUMNI SINCE GRADUATING? LIKE TO ADD ABOUT YOUR TIME things along the way. I hope to take I've stayed connected to my brothers WITH SIGMA PI OR ABOUT YOUR LIFE what I learned from all of them and and other alumni through Facebook, AND CAREER SINCE COLLEGE? use it in future projects, including social media, email, and text groups. I wouldn't be able to do everything my own. I would love to be one I feel blessed to be connected. My I do without the support and love of the first totally blind directors work in film and television limits of my family, especially my mom, of a big project, but, for now, I'm my availability at times, but we all dad, brothers, and my amazing very happy to help contribute to stay in touch, and I try to visit them wife. My brothers continue to be a others' visions for their stories. when possible. Dan has a place great support to me. I hope to leave WHAT SHOULD THE AVERAGE ABLE- in Wilmington, North Carolina, the world better than I found it; I and lives near a number of our BODIED PERSON UNDERSTAND ABOUT learned that in Boy Scouts and plan ACCESSIBILITY IN DAILY LIFE? brothers who get together often. on following through in my own personal journey. All we can do is People who are blind or low vision WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING try our best to make a difference. (or have other disabilities) are just like IN YOUR SPARE TIME? you. We may do things in a different I'm a huge fan of American football, Also, to all the alumni and brothers way or use technology that's a little including the Philadelphia Eagles, out there in the world, there is no different from your own, but we do all East Carolina University, Florida State shame in seeking out counseling. the things that you do. We love being University (where I did my masters), I still go back for tune-ups here part of the world and experiencing and now Sam Houston State University and there. Counseling is a tool to different things. Often, people try (due to my friend coaching there). My use to help yourself, family, and to decide what we can and can't favorite thing to do is hang out with others adjust their outlook or do. Just because you don't think I my wife, Jen. She's the most important mental well-being. I believe in it. can do something doesn't mean I person in my life; I'm very blessed to You can learn more about Joe's can't do it. I think we all go through have met her. Some people might think work at his IMDB page and connect the world with our own knowledge, I watch too much television or film with him at jstrechay@gmail.com. THE EMERALD 31 Reports A State - Location of the chapter BY THE NUMBERS B Balance - Ø indicates a zero balance; $ indicates that money is owed to the Grand Chapter c Roster Size - Total number of undergraduate members within the chapter CHAPTER AND D Three-Year Roster Average Roster size average over the last three years E Living Alumni - Total living members F Chapter Report Card Score Standards assessment year-to-date through September 10 COLONY STATISTICS G National Event - Chapter member(s) attended a national event in 2024-25 H Donors - Number of members who donated to the Educational Foundation year-to-date CHAPTER EDUCATIONAL/HOUSING FUNDS Data reported as of September 10, 2025 I Local Advisory Committee (LAC) - Indicates that a LAC has been established for this fund J Minimum Balance Achieved - Indicates if the minimum balance of the CEF has been met A B c D E F G H I J 00 Alabama AL $ 121 103 542 73.8% Yes 13 (Theta-Omicron) АД Auburn AL Ø 90 108 1825 64.0% Yes 20 (Alpha-Delta) oΓ West Alabama AL Ø 7 7 245 0.0% No 1 (Theta-Gamma) AΣ Arkansas AR Ø 102 112 718 64.0% Yes 17 (Alpha-Sigma) IA Arkansas Tech AR $ 1 5 208 0.0% No 12 (lota-Lambda) EK Southern Arkansas AR $ 24 24 489 0.0% No 13 (Epsilon-Kappa) BK Arizona State AZ Ø 68 92 743 50.9% Yes 34 (Beta-Kappa) HA Cal Poly CA Ø 105 108 446 11.5% No 0 (Eta-Delta) Bo Cal State Long Beach CA $ 72 70 1626 77.1% Yes 50 (Beta-Omicron) CSUDH HI CA Ø 8 7 378 77.1% Yes 25 (Eta-lota) EN Fullerton, CA CA Ø 129 96 1071 73.8% Yes 27 (Epsilon-Nu) HA Sacramento State CA $ 6 4 380 0.0% Yes 0 (Eta-Alpha) ZH Santa Clara, CA CA Ø 123 112 919 64.0% No 1 (Zeta-Eta) HY UC Irvine CA Ø 88 92 611 52.4% Yes 184 (Eta-Upsilon) AO UC Santa Barbara CA Ø 41 39 667 77.1% Yes 0 (Alpha-Omicron) Y UCLA CA Ø 27 34 1424 64.0% Yes 41 (Upsilon) ZA Boulder, CO CO $ 119 108 836 50.9% Yes 0 (Zeta-Delta) HE Colorado State CO Ø 68 70 373 13.1% Yes 12 (Eta-Sigma) IB Delaware DE Ø 47 53 334 50.9% Yes 13 (lota-Beta) NOTES AND INFORMATION Local Advisory Committee (LAC): A chapter-appointed group of at least three alumni who guide how CEF funds are requested and used. All disbursement requests must come from the LAC and be approved by the Foundation. Chapters without an LAC can email SPEF@sigmapi.org to learn how to establish one. Minimum Balance: Indicates whether the chapter's CEF has reached the $10,000 vesting level required before funds can be used for scholarships or eligible projects. 32 Fall 2025 I sigmapi.org A B c D E F G H I J IK Orlando, FL FL $ 40 54 424 24.6% No 1 (lota-Kappa) 12 South Florida FL $ 18 21 153 50.9% Yes 0 (lota-Sigma) АФ Georgia GA $ 80 92 1080 13.1% No 1 (Alpha-Phi) E lowa IA Ø 156 155 923 50.9% No 15 (Xi) BΓ Eastern Illinois IL $ 15 18 1859 50.9% Yes 18 (Beta-Gamma) EH Illinois State IL Ø 101 95 665 50.9% Yes 1 (Epsilon-Eta) BN SIU-Carbondale IL $ 23 31 1012 50.9% Yes 2 (Beta-Nu) B Indiana IN $ 117 69 1985 52.4% No 3 (Beta) H Purdue IN Ø 57 57 983 39.3% Yes 16 (Eta) OY Southern Indiana IN Ø 31 25 161 39.3% Yes 2 (Theta-Psi) BT Valparaiso IN Ø 10 13 648 50.9% No 69 (Beta-Tau) A Vincennes IN Ø 8 8 973 0.0% Yes 34 (Alpha) ЕЛ Eastern Kentucky KY $ 23 32 606 39.3% Yes 31 (Epsilon-Lambda) EB Kentucky KY Ø 63 58 1104 50.9% Yes 13 (Epsilon-Beta) AP Morehead State KY $ 11 12 556 50.9% Yes 34 (Delta-Rho) FY Murray State KY Ø 31 28 708 0.0% Yes 42 (Gamma-Upsilon) IO Bentley MA $ 17 18 226 37.7% No 0 (lota-Theta) HH Bridgewater State MA $ 12 22 517 13.1% Yes 32 (Eta-Eta) HT Fitchburg State MA Ø 9 14 310 52.4% No 0 (Eta-Tau) ΓI Worcester Polytechnic MA Ø 59 58 885 100.0% Yes 8 (Gamma-lota) ДА Central Michigan MI Ø 61 64 991 50.9% No 1 (Delta-Alpha) ΓA Detroit-Mercy MI Ø 10 14 576 65.5% Yes 6 (Gamma-Alpha) 00 Ferris State MI Q 37 24 244 52.4% Yes 35 (Theta-Theta) OP Grand Valley State MI Ø 81 72 429 39.3% Yes 2 (Theta-Rho) ZM Michigan State MI Ø 77 91 699 37.7% Yes 4 (Zeta-Mu) ZE Michigan Tech MI Ø 16 20 409 39.3% No 0 (Zeta-Epsilon) zn Oakland MI Ø 11 19 388 24.6% Yes 61 (Zeta-Pi) OB SVSU MI Ø 20 23 281 39.3% Yes 105 (Theta-Beta) THE EMERALD 33 Reports A B c D E F G H I J IZ Minnesota MN $ 18 15 250 39.3% Yes 43 (lota-Zeta) ΓΓ Central Missouri MO $ 15 18 786 0.0% No 2 (Gamma-Gamma) EP Drury MO $ 14 16 507 73.8% Yes 0 (Epsilon-Rho) AI Missouri S&T MO Ø 63 59 936 13.1% Yes 6 (Alpha-lota) AP Missouri State MO Ø 40 43 1323 50.9% No 4 (Alpha-Rho) BM Mississippi MS Ø 171 183 769 64.0% No 25 (Beta-Mu) HK East Carolina NC $ 34 43 375 0.0% Yes 4 (Eta-Kappa) ЕΘ Elon NC Ø 61 51 695 50.9% Yes 2 (Epsilon-Theta) P Raleigh, NC NC $ 39 42 920 73.8% No 18 (Rho) AN Wake Forest NC $ 50 60 1306 64.0% Yes 30 (Alpha-Nu) IP Keene State NH $ 13 17 108 50.9% No 0 (lota-Rho) ІФ FDU-Florham NJ $ 8 11 70 39.3% No 0 (lota-Phi) EE FDU-Metropolitan NJ Ø 6 7 264 50.9% Yes 0 (Epsilon-Xi) ДВ Monmouth NJ Ø 54 49 478 37.7% Yes 76 (Delta-Beta) II Montclair State NJ $ 22 28 189 50.9% Yes 0 (lota-lota) AM NJIT NJ Ø 20 19 887 50.9% Yes 17 (Alpha-Mu) ZX Rowan NJ $ 35 24 565 0.0% Yes 0 (Zeta-Chi) ΓH Rutgers NJ $ 26 19 716 26.2% Yes 4 (Gamma-Eta) IY Stockton NJ Ø 31 44 144 77.1% No 0 (lota-Upsilon) oT William Paterson NJ $ 6 12 169 13.1% Yes 0 (Theta-Tau) M Cornell NY Ø 54 58 1416 0.0% No 2 (Mu) IT St. John's NY Ø 37 38 189 77.1% Yes 0 (lota-Tau) Z Ohio Northern OH Ø 19 27 970 0.0% No 13 (Zeta) a Oregon State OR Ø 18 28 796 0.0% Yes 28 (Omega) BY East Stroudsburg PA Ø 28 26 807 50.9% No 0 (Beta-Psi) OE IUP PA Ø 9 22 230 64.0% Yes 1 (Theta-Epsilon) ОФ Penn College PA Ø 28 23 152 64.0% Yes 25 (Theta-Phi) ГД Slippery Rock PA Ø 15 5 461 0.0% Yes 16 (Gamma-Delta) 34 Fall 2025 I sigmapi.org U3 NEW HOUSE 8.20.25 Est. 2025 SAME BROTHERHOOD Theta-Phi Chapter at Penn College A B c D E F G H I J - State College, PA PA Ø 94 110 1362 50.9% Yes 2 (Theta) 05 Ursinus PA Ø 9 11 186 50.9% No 0 (Theta-Sigma) ZA West Chester PA $ 69 54 503 64.0% Yes 0 (Zeta-Alpha) AY Rhode Island RI Ø 28 17 918 0.0% Yes 1 (Alpha-Upsilon) IX Coastal Carolina SC Ø 34 29 30 65.5% Yes 1 (lota-Chi) 0Ω Middle Tennessee TN Ø 51 50 281 50.9% No 25 (Theta-Omega) ON Houston TX Ø 18 20 191 39.3% Yes 10 (Theta-Nu) IA UTSA TX $ 20 26 222 0.0% Yes 12 (lota-Delta) ЕП Christopher Newport VA Ø 10 3 313 0.0% Yes 44 (Epsilon-Pi) oH Norfolk, VA VA Ø 25 40 307 0.0% Yes 13 (Theta-Eta) OA Radford, VA VA Ø 14 22 287 0.0% No 0 (Theta-Lambda) ВП Virginia VA Ø 19 37 1012 0.0% Yes 14 (Beta-Pi) AH William & Mary VA Ø 58 63 885 50.9% No 18 (Alpha-Eta) T Wisconsin WI Ø 25 24 231 50.9% Yes 0 (Tau) ΓM Wisconsin-Oshkosh WI $ 11 18 586 13.1% No 3 (Gamma-Mu) Wisconsin-Platteville AI WI Ø 27 24 594 52.4% Yes 2 (Delta-lota) THE EMERALD 35 Growth [ Ln D Ln th Ln Gamma- Delta Colony at Slippery Rock EXPANSION JPDATES ROAD WARRIORS by Alexander Pettigrew (IUP '15), Vice President of Business Development e're excited to share some is a key component in the broader and energy are setting the tone W great progress as Sigma mission to foster sustainable for a chapter that's built to last. Pi continues to grow. growth across the organization. Returning to Missouri is a big step DEPARTMENT UPDATES SPRING 2025 EXPANSION EFFORTS forward for Sigma Pi, and we're proud The Department of Strategic Growth In the spring, we successfully launched to be back. We established the colony and Programs is pleased to welcome colonies at three universities. These with eight founding members - Michael Chaale (Norfolk '22) expansions show our commitment a tight-knit and motivated group and Nathan Wynkoop (Coastal to building strong chapters with already showing strong leadership Carolina '23) as the new Support great people in the right places. potential. With Missouri's rich Consultants. Chaale and Wynkoop Greek life tradition and engaged At Christopher Newport, we tapped will work collaboratively between campus leadership, this colony is into a campus culture that values the department of Strategic Growth quickly building steam. There's a leadership, service, and academic & Programs and department of lot of room to grow here, and we're drive. We launched the Epsilon-Pi Support Services - they will play an excited to see where they take it. colony with ten founding members important role with expansion efforts who immediately began making their CONTINUING TO STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE while simultaneously working with mark. They've already been active While we continue growing into the operational efforts of existing on campus, formed partnerships new communities, several of our Chapters across the Land of Sigma Pi. with other fraternities, and built existing colonies are making In Spring 2025, Sigma Pi Fraternity meaningful connections with alumni. impressive progress toward chapter proudly launched its new Recruitment With a responsive administration status. These groups are refining Academy, an initiative designed to and a strong alumni network behind their operations, strengthening their empower chapters and colonies with them, this group is off to a solid presence on campus, and staying the tools, strategies, and support start and building real momentum. committed to the values that define necessary to thrive in today's evolving We started strong at Slippery Rock Sigma Pi. Their stories are a great campus environments (Page 18). with 15 founding members who reminder that building a lasting As part of the Academy experience, were ready to step into leadership chapter takes time, dedication, attendees will collaborate closely with from day one. Within weeks, they and a strong sense of purpose. Assistant Director of Strategic Growth formed an executive board, kicked The colony at Rhode Island took a Russell Kizior (Northern Arizona '17) off outreach efforts, and set clear major step forward this semester by to align their recruitment efforts goals rooted in our core values. securing a chapter house. This is a with both local and national The university has been incredibly big milestone - not just as a place to benchmarks. This hands-on guidance supportive, and this group's focus gather, but as a key piece in building 36 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Official Wine Brand stronger brotherhood and boosting RADIANT of Sigma Pi recruitment efforts. The new house NAPA VALLEY gives the group a stronger identity on campus and a base for hosting events, meetings, and alumni visits. With consistent growth, a more visible presence, and continued focus Raise a on leadership development, URI is moving in the right direction on glass to our GO NOT BEYO their path to becoming a chapter. Brotherhood! At Sacramento State, the colony continues to show resilience, focus, and a real desire to grow the right way. Over the past semesters, they've made solid progress in organizational structure, academic achievement, and community involvement. With each semester, they are laying the groundwork for a lasting Sigma Pi presence at Sac The Uncennes Collection State, and momentum continues SHADOWWOOD to build with the support of local alumni and university partners. SIGMA PI RETURNING TO THE BIG TEN Looking ahead to the Fall semester, Sigma Pi will focus its efforts on the return of Iota-Epsilon at Oregon. CABERNET SAUVIGNON During the project's eight weeks on the ground, efforts will be led by Alexander Pettigrew (IUP '15) and Kizior - they will be joined by Assistant Director of Internal Affairs Brett Jackson (Coastal Carolina '22), Wynkoop, and Chaale. Throughout the duration of the expansion, Sigma Pi will look to equip new members with focused training and values of the Fraternity, ultimately as we continue to invest The Vincennes Collection: in the future of this brotherhood. Shadowwood is here! Shop wines and gifts here: If you or anyone you know may Our new 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon be interested in assisting with the honoring Vincennes, Indiana. efforts of Iota-Epsilon, please contact Kizior at rkizior@sigmapi.org. ** Every bottle supports Sigma Pi THE EMERALD and our educational mission. radiantnapa.com SIGMA We to Signapi Fraternity RE-INTRODUCING BETA A SINGLE-LETTER CHAPTER OF SIGMA PI OFFICIALLY RECHARTERS AT INDIANA by Russell Kizior (Northern Arizona '17), Assistant Director of Strategic Growth and Christian J. Miele (Towson '00), Grand Sage HISTORY OF THE CHAPTER who benefited from a powerful and seeking closer fellowship, would The origins of Beta Chapter at politically unified Greek community. obtain a home on East Kirkwood Indiana University can be traced Ironically, two of the Indiana Club's Avenue, which they occupied until back to November 18, 1904, when earliest members, Glenn D. James 1918, when they moved to East the co-ed student organization that (Vincennes, IN 1900) and J. Orval Fourth Street, before relocating would come to be known as the James (Vincennes, IN 1900), again, in 1920, to East Eighth Street. Indiana Club was first established were fraternity men themselves, In the ultimate twist of irony, on at Bloomington. The reason for its although their Greek ties were formed March 18, 1923, a majority of the formation was simple: to counter the elsewhere. Prior to enrolling at IU, the men withdrew from the Indiana Club dominance of the University's Greek- biological brothers had joined Tau to form the Kappa Chi local fraternity, letter organizations whose members Phi Delta at Vincennes University, believing that it would be to their controlled a "great majority" of the which, of course, would later become advantage to one day obtain a charter influential student organizations on the Alpha Chapter of Sigma Pi. In from a national fraternity. Indeed, campus. The Club gave non-Greek fact, their first cousin was none students once belonging to a group students an organization of their own other than Founder Rolin Rosco formed to help non-Greeks compete and, therefore, a fighting chance to James (Vincennes, IN 1897)! against fraternity and sorority win elections for coveted offices held members had started a Greek- Some years later, members from the by fraternity and sorority members men's section of the Indiana Club, letter organization of their own! Photo from left: Herald Alex O'Driscoll (Indiana '23), Fourth Counselor Niko Kilo (Indiana '23), Second Counselor Mathew Mullins (Indiana '24), Grand Sage Christian J. Miele (Towson '00), Sage Eli Fahrner (Indiana '23), Grand Herald Bradly T. Ferguson (Vincennes '07), Third Counselor Eshaan Chavre (Indiana '23), and First Counselor Teddy Johnson (Indiana '24). Inset: Beta Chapter members gather for a group photo during the chartering celebration. 38 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Growth The local fraternity grew steadily On January 20, 2024, thirty-eight FOUNDING MEMBERS and, in the fall of 1923, moved men were initiated into the secrets from its first house on South and mysteries of Sigma Pi, becoming Sage Sean Kaknjo Henderson Street to East Kirkwood the first new brothers of Beta Eli Fahrner Dominic Kemper Avenue, where steps were taken since 2020. Momentum continued 2nd Counselor Christopher Key Paul Kitch to petition Sigma Pi for a charter. to build through the end of the Mathew Mullins William Knodel On May 31, 1924, in the Knights 3rd Counselor academic year with the colony's Jerry Koontz Eshaan Chavre Gabriel Kostin of Pythias Hall, Kappa Chi was membership exceeding 80 men. 4th Counselor Georgios Koultourides installed as Beta Chapter of Sigma Niko Kilo Felipe Lemgruber In another major milestone, on Noah Lippman Pi, becoming the Fraternity's 24th 1st Counselor John Loughery and last single-letter chapter. The August 18 and 19, 2024, 49 brothers Teddy Johnson Carter Lynch chapter's installation was celebrated took up residence in Beta's historic Herald lan Marlinghaus Alex O'Driscoll Gabriel Maron home on North David Baker Avenue. with a banquet that evening at the Christopher Martin Landen Mathes Graham Hotel in Bloomington. In the fall of 2024, the Colony Noah Al Mukhtar Luke McCormick Excluding a period of dormancy celebrated Beta's centennial Tyler Alfonsi Matthew McCormick Joshua Allen Ryan McCracken brought on by the effects of with generations of Chapter Chase Almager Braylon McRoberts alumni, as well as participated in Derik Alting Aidan Mischke World War II, Beta enjoyed Matias Alzate Adit Narapareddy nearly a century of continuous memorable brotherhood, social, Colin Amerman Grady Nolin Sanil Anand William Olson operation. Unfortunately, in 2021, and philanthropic events. Maxwell Asgharzadeh Hayden Parker its charter was revoked by the Naman Badkul Sean Parks More than a year and a half of hard Steven Barber Mason Pittman Grand Council after the Chapter work paid off on April 12, 2025, when George Barnett Kamil Pluta was suspended by the University Adam Bierly Eli Polacek the colony was officially reinstalled Charlie Binstock Bryson Pozniak for risk management violations. as Beta Chapter. At the chartering Michael Boepple Robert Pratl Nicholas Boren Coy Price BETA'S RETURN banquet that evening in the Solarium Fred Brist Owen Pryor Xavier Carl September 11, 2023, marked of the Indiana Memorial Union, Trevor Rawlings Marco Celli Michael Reidenbach the official return of Sigma Pi to Grand Sage Christian J. Miele Christian Clisby Ryan Reilly Indiana University when Beta was (Towson '00) and Grand Herald Auden Cobb-Wesley Jonathan Reynolds Mateo Cortez Christopher Rieke reestablished as a colony, restoring Bradly T. Ferguson (Vincennes '07) Julian Cottone Kameron Riffner Noah Czech Braden Rios a legacy nearly one hundred years presented the Chapter's Charter to Kaan Demirtas Noah Rizvi in the making. On September Sage Eli J. Fahrner (Indiana '24). Tobin Devries Nathaniel Rosas Jason DiBlasio John Sanchez 24, the colony elected its first Representing the Executive Office Edward Diethrich John Schaper Executive Council, led by Sage were Chief Development Officer Logan Dintzer William Schrama Dylan DiTomasso Jake Serafin Braden A. Rios (Indiana '24). and Past Grand Herald Paul V. Max Dowd Jason Smith On November 8, 2023, Beta pinned Wydra (UMSL 96), Vice President Bryce Duncan Owain Smith Adam Erdman Landon Smith five new members after its first of Strategic Growth and Programs Steven Essex Grant Spencer Henry Field recruitment effort. Three days Alexander M. Pettigrew (IUP '15), Krishiv Sreejith Constantine Flesoras Wesley Steele later, it participated in the Indiana and Assistant Director of Strategic Shane Folco Sevin Stone James Fowler Derek Stutz University Dance Marathon (IUDM), Growth Russell W. Kizior William Fox Miles Szach raising more than $12,000 for Riley (Northern Arizona '17). The Sayuj Goorha Camron Tallent Arthur Guillem Ethan Tamari Hospital for Children. This experience banquet was also attended by Chapter Boden Hammett Carson Toole proved to be a defining moment for Advisor Stuart W. Hobson (Indiana Charles Hedrick Jake Topel Nathan Hibbard Nathan Tuesley the colony, bringing its members '86) and many guests. 129 men David Ho Angel Vaca-Abrego closer together through a meaningful comprise the Charter membership Evan Hobson Dane Weinzapfel lan Hobson Hayden Wilde act of service to the community. of the reinstalled Chapter. Matthew Hyman Brock Wyro Matthew Jackson Frederick Yang Aiden Johnson Joshua Yau Stefan Jokic Caden York Emiliano Juarez-Torres THE EMERALD 39 Volunteers WHY I VOLUNTEER COURAGE AND COMMITMENT by Will Marsh (Pennington & Company), contributing writer efore Brian Townsend members who were kind and shared B (Missouri Southern State values that resonated with him. "They '93) founded the leadership didn't fit the stereotypical image of development program Eagle 6 Fraternity members I had unfairly Training, he achieved a personal imagined." This encouraged him to dream of working at the U.S. Drug learn more about the Fraternity, and Enforcement Administration. He he realized Sigma Pi presented an had many incredible experiences in opportunity for personal growth. his career, including an undercover "The experience inspired me to assignment in which he purchased step out of my comfort zone in a drugs directly from cartel members. supportive environment," Brian said. That operation was featured on "Sigma Pi felt like a place where I an episode of the A&E show could grow into the best version Undercover: Caught on Tape. of myself while being surrounded When the episode aired, he shared by people who cared about each the experience with Alpha-Rho other." Through organizing events Chapter (where he serves as chapter and collaborating with others, Brian advisor) by watching it with the built skills that prepared him to brothers at the chapter house. face challenges in his career and Eagle 6 Training was inspired by pursue his goals with determination. officer for the city of Joplin, Missouri. "I learned how to communicate This role laid the foundation for a Brian's lifelong passion for teaching effectively, solve problems, and successful transition to the DEA, and mentoring. He pursued work as part of a team." where he went on to work in the this through various speaking organization's Training Academy in opportunities and training roles While he and his brothers learned Quantico, Virginia, for four years. in his police and DEA years, but to appreciate the collective value He became instrumental in creating he first felt that spark during his of Fraternities and Sororities, they and shaping curriculum content and time as a new member educator also enjoyed a competitive campus conducting needs assessments to for Sigma Pi. "I loved imparting rivalry with Sigma Nu. One of ensure the success of the Leadership knowledge and wisdom to younger Brian's favorite memories came and Development Training Unit. brothers, and that experience after a flag football victory over sparked a deep interest in helping Sigma Nu; the chapter celebrated Over time, this unit became the others grow," he said. "Teaching and by jumping into the biology pond primary resource of leadership leadership development became a at Missouri Southern State. "It was development across the DEA's more natural extension of my career." crazy, but it perfectly reflected the than 10,000-person workforce. "This bond and camaraderie we had as role allowed me to see firsthand the EMBRACING NEW PATHS brothers. Moments like that made transformative power of effective Brian was intimidated by fraternities my time in Sigma Pi truly special." leadership training and the impact at first, getting false impressions from it could have on individuals and movies and lacking the confidence to DISCOVERING NEW GOALS organizations. My time at the reach out or get involved on campus. Brian began his 30-year law Academy helped me realize my Then he befriended three Eta-Mu enforcement career as a police passion for leadership development, 40 Fall 2025 sigmapi.org Volunteers Bill O'Reilly .com Townsend (right) appears on the Bill O'Reilly show to share his perspective on drug smuggling at the southern border. and I knew I would make it part effective leadership is not just youngest son join Alpha-Rho Chapter, of the next chapter of my life." about skills but about the mindset experiencing the same brotherhood After leaving the Academy, Brian and willingness to apply them." and opportunities that had such returned to enforcement operations; a positive influence on him. His SHAPING THE FUTURE he ran the office in Springfield, oldest two sons joined another Sigma Pi has been a significant force Missouri (home of Alpha-Rho fraternity at Missouri State, and he in Brian's life, and after moving to Chapter), covering 25 counties in is proud of the unique paths each Springfield, he eagerly accepted southwest Missouri. This transition has taken. "Seeing my boys embrace the chapter advisor position at gave him the space to brainstorm the Fraternity life in their own ways has Alpha-Rho Chapter. "The Fraternity idea of Eagle 6 Training. Today, the been a rewarding experience, and gave me so much that I feel a deep company serves numerous clients it reminds me of the lasting impact sense of responsibility to help the and organizations through speaking these organizations can have." engagements, consulting services, next generation of young men grow While social media has helped Brian and customized training programs. and succeed. Volunteering with stay in touch with many brothers, he the Alpha-Rho Chapter is my way "Founding this company required always enjoys catching up with an in- of paying it forward and ensuring me to take a leap of faith, leaving person lunch or event when possible. that these brothers have the same the comfort of a successful "Life can get busy, but making an opportunities to develop and thrive." career to pursue my passion," effort to stay connected is rewarding. Brian consistently urges the members he said. "That same courage and Sigma Pi wasn't just a Fraternity or to be active participants in the commitment to growth are what college experience for me; it was Fraternity, from attending meetings I aim to inspire in every client we a formative chapter in my life. I'm to running committees and taking work with. The lessons from my proud to call myself a Sigma Pi." career directly translate into the on leadership roles. "The more you You can connect with Brian at leadership development programs immerse yourself in the experience, brian@eagle6training.com and we offer at Eagle 6 Training. the more you will gain from it. learn more about his company My experiences taught me that Brian was humbled to see his at eagle6training.com. THE EMERALD 41 Adytum on High "Our Ancient Sage firmly believed in the RADFORD, VA (THETA-LAMBDA) UMSL (DELTA-ZETA) persistence of the soul beyond the grave, Kenneth Guzman ('14) Wayne Pennington ('69) and although we mourn our brother's RALEIGH, NC (RHO) Timothy O'Neill ('73) passing from this world, we take comfort Thomas Trask ('84) UTSA (IOTA-DELTA) in sharing this belief that life is not ended, but changed, and that he now enjoys the RHODE ISLAND (ALPHA-UPSILON) Christian Soper ('13) reward for a life well-lived and guided by Richard Rowey ('56) VINCENNES (ALPHA) the ideals of our Fraternity." 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