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'''Sigma Nu''' is so hot right now. So hot right now, '''Sigma Nu'''. Sigma Nu (ΣΝ), the honor fraternity, was founded in 1869 at Virginia Military Institute. For 120 years, the Delta Theta chapter at Knox has been a prominent leader in academics, sports, and community service. Today, Sigma Nu’s mission continues to be to develop ethical and honorable leaders of society through the development of the minds, hearts and characters of its members.
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[[Image:Snu_Coatofarms.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Coat of Arms of Sigma Nu]]
 
[[Image:Snu_Coatofarms.jpg|thumb|right|200px|The Coat of Arms of Sigma Nu]]
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'''Sigma Nu''' is so hot right now. So hot right now, '''Sigma Nu'''.
 
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'''Sigma Nu''', the honor fraternity, was founded in 1869 at Virginia Military Institute. For more than 110 years, the Delta Theta chapter at Knox has been a prominent leader in academics, sports, community service. Today, Sigma Nu’s mission continues to develop ethical and honorable leaders of society through the development of the minds, hearts and characters of its members.
 
  
 
== History in Galesburg ==
 
== History in Galesburg ==
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The second oldest chapter of a fraternity on the Knox College campus after Beta Theta Pi (1855), Sigma Nu was originally founded as Delta Theta, a local fraternity at nearby Lombard College in 1861.  In 1891, Delta Theta became affiliated with the national Sigma Nu Fraternity.  The Chapter was allowed to keep Delta Theta as its chapter designation even though it is out of sequence with the other national chapters.  It is only one of two Sigma Nu chapters allowed to do this.
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The second oldest chapter of a fraternity at Knox College after Beta Theta Pi (1855), Sigma Nu was originally founded as Delta Theta, a local fraternity at nearby Lombard College in 1867.  In 1891, Delta Theta became affiliated with the national fraternity Sigma Nu.  The chapter was allowed to keep Delta Theta as its chapter designation despite it being out of sequence with the other national chapters, one of only two Sigma Nu chapters allowed to do so. When Lombard College closed in 1930 and students transferred to Knox, Delta Theta moved to Knox as well, and has been active at Knox ever since.  Delta Theta has been continuously active since 1867––two years before the founding of the Sigma Nu national organization in 1869.  The longest continuously running chapter of a fraternity at Knox (as Beta was inactive for a number of years), Delta Theta is also the oldest continuously running chapter of Sigma Nu in the world.
  
 
== Reputation ==
 
== Reputation ==
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Currently in flux.
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Loved by most, tolerated by others. Hated by none.
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Loved by some, tolerated by others.
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Known to Larp on Campus, instigate great heckling, adorable hijinks, and fantastic group dances.
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Due to their general lack of controversy and acceptance of trans and gender-nonconforming individuals, they are sometimes seen as a "fake frat."
  
 
Always expect greatness.  You will receive it.
 
Always expect greatness.  You will receive it.
  
 
== Chapter House ==
 
== Chapter House ==
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[[Image:Eldiabloverde.jpg|thumb|El Diablo Verde]]
 
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The Sigma Nu chapter house (or ''''SNouse'''') is located at 556 S. West Street across from the [[Quad]] loading dock.  It is the smallest chapter house of any fraternity at Knox by square footage, and shares the lowest housing capacity with [[Sigma Chi]].
 
  
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A notable feature of the chapter house is its unique and somewhat impromptu Hookah Room. Resting precariously above the front deck, the Hookah Room is the house's most famous feature, consisting of a small room filled with couches, giant bean-bags and cushions, and various smoking supplies. Flags from the countries of its international students decorate the walls, and provide a much better view than the back end of the Quads. It was the lair of the giant, double-bowled, four-hosed [[Snookah]], ''''El Diablo Verde.'''', until a horrible milk-related accident over the summer of 2009 returned the hookah to the maggots. No, for serious. It was nasty.
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The Sigma Nu chapter house (or ''''SNouse'''') is located at 556 S. West Street across from the [[Quad]] loading dock. It is the smallest chapter house of any fraternity at Knox by square footage, and has the lowest housing capacity of all fraternity houses at Knox, housing 11 brothers.  
  
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The Sigma Nu house maybe be scrappy, but the brothers have put a lot of work into it. It's full of pleasant surprises, and is considered by many to be the most unique of the fraternity houses. Some views of the house are presented on this page.
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The Sigma Nu house may be scrappy, but the brothers have put a lot of work into it (no, really, they're working on it all the time). It's full of pleasant surprises, and is considered by many to be the most unique of the fraternity houses. Some views of the house are presented on this page. It is unknown how SNu will get a new house, only that it will be epic.  
 
[[Image:Drlasersrevenge.JPG|thumb|Dr. Laser's Revenge]]
 
[[Image:Drlasersrevenge.JPG|thumb|Dr. Laser's Revenge]]
 
[[Image:snuhallway.jpg|thumb|Delightfully painted hallway]]
 
[[Image:snuhallway.jpg|thumb|Delightfully painted hallway]]
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[[Image:Westcut.JPG|thumb|Requires no explanation]]
 
[[Image:Westcut.JPG|thumb|Requires no explanation]]
  
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===Special Rooms in the House===
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The [[Based Room]] (or if you prefer, Debased Room)
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The [[Terrordome]] - Lost in the the Great Renovation of '16 in exchange for a very nice bathroom.
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The [[Chamba Chamber]]
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[[Doctor Lazer's Office]]
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The [[Rude Room]]
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The [[Pink Room]], or the Womb
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The [[Flag Room]] or [[Sun Room]], whichever you prefer.
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The [[Lounge]], or the Rose Room
  
 
''[[Sigma Old|(see also: Sigma Old)]]''
 
''[[Sigma Old|(see also: Sigma Old)]]''
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* [[History of Sigma Nu Houses]]
 
* [[History of Sigma Nu Houses]]
  
 
== Leadership ==
 
== Leadership ==
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Faculty Advisor: [[Ryan Fowler]] (?-2013), [[Jaime Spacco]] (2013-2018), [[Chris Holland]] (2019-2020), [[Kyran Blissett]] (2020-2021), [[Sarah Wallenfelsz]] (2022-2024)
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===2023-2024===
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Eminent Commander: [[Hayden Fay]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Lian Wang]]
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Treasurer: [[James Osborne]]
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Recorder: [[Carter Pierson]]
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Social Chair: [[Quinn Norton]]
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===2022-2023===
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Eminent Commander: [[Connor Uplegger]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Hayden Fay]]
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Treasurer: [[James Osborne]]
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Recorder: [[Lian Wang]]
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Social Chair: [[Quinn Norton]]
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===2021-2022===
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Eminent Commander: [[Maggie Garrett]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Connor Uplegger]]
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Treasurer: [[Jacob Bassett]]
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Recorder: [[Lyn Scherer]]
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Social Chair: [[Cianja Bone]]
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===2020-2021===
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Eminent Commander: [[Andrew Liput]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Maggie Garrett]]
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Treasurer: [[Glen Malast]]
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Recorder: [[Connor Uplegger]]
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Social Chair: None - [[COVID-19]] said no
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Social Media Chair: Jacob Bassett
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===2019-2020===
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Eminent Commander: [[Tim Stout]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Max Jones]]
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Treasurer: [[Andrew Liput]]
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Recorder: [[Teddy Turner]]
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Social Chair: [[Iris Berto]]
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===2018-2019===
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Eminent Commander: [[Mitch Sullens]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Martin Hope]]
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Treasurer: [[Max Jones]]
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Recorder: [[Tim Stout]]
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Social Chair: [[Tim Stout]]
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===2017-2018===
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Eminent Commander: [[Nick Nurre]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Cas Gutierrez]]
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Treasurer: [[Martin Hope]]
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Recorder: [[Aidan Murphy]]
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Social Chair: [[Michelangelo Pori]]
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===2016-2017===
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Eminent Commander: [[Julian Tan]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Bruno Povejsil]]
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Treasurer: [[Alex Hirano]]
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Recorder: [[Michelangelo Pori]]
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Social Chair: [[Joel Schleicher]]
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===2015-16===
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Eminent Commander: [[Nick Liberko]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Bruno Povejsil]]
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Treasurer: [[Alex Hirano]]
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Recorder: [[McLeod Sumner]]
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Social Chair: [[Ben Smolinski]]
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===2014-15===
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Eminent Commander: [[Clint Davis]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Carl Waldhart]]
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Treasurer: [[Ben Lyon]]
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Social Chair: [[John Bird]]
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===2013-14===
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Eminent Commander: [[Andrew Cook]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Robert Turski]]
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Treasurer: [[Michael Moroney]]
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Recorder: [[Aidan Juhl]]
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Social Chair: [[Jack Axley]]
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===2012-13===
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Eminent Commander: [[Chris Holland]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Andrew Cook]]
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Treasurer: [[Michael Moroney]]
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Recorder: [[John Ebbers]]
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Social Chair: [[Peter White]]
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===2011-12===
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Eminent Commander: [[Michael Kolbeck]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Harrison Graham]]
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Treasurer: [[Stefan Feer]]
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Recorder: [[Tim Peebles]]
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Social Chair: [[Jamie Ruml]]
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===2010-11===
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Eminent Commander: [[Joe Olvera]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Wesley Gunther]]
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Treasurer: [[Chris Holland]]
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Recorder: Andrew Polk
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Social Chair: [[Muneer Rizvydeen]]
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===2009-10===
 
===2009-10===
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Eminent Commander: [[Christopher Overton]]
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Eminent Commander=[[Christopher Overton]]
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Lt. Commander=[[Lyall Wallerstedt]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Lyall Wallerstedt]]
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Treasurer=[[Joe Olvera]]
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Recorder=[[Sean Frohling]]
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Treasurer: [[Joe Olvera]]
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Social Chairman=[[Rohel Terrazas]]
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Recorder: [[Sean Frohling]]
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Social Chair: [[Rohel Terrazas]]
  
 
=== 2008-09 ===
 
=== 2008-09 ===
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Eminent Commander: [[Matt Hundley]]
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Eminent Commander=[[Matt Hundley]]
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Lt. Commander=[[Rohel Terrazas]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Rohel Terrazas]]
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Treasurer=[[Reed Wang]]
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Recorder=[[Christopher Overton]]
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Treasurer: [[Reed Wang]]
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Social Chairman =[[Lyall Wallerstedt]]
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Recorder: [[Christopher Overton]]
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Social Chair: [[Lyall Wallerstedt]]
  
 
=== 2007-08 ===
 
=== 2007-08 ===
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Eminent Commander: Alex Kemmsies
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Eminent Commander=[[Alex Kemmsies]]
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Lt. Commander=[[Doug Davison]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Doug Davison]]
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Treasurer=[[Matt Hundley]]
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Recorder=[[David Nolan]]
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Treasurer: [[Matt Hundley]]
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Social Chairman =[[Brian C Zhang]]
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Recorder: [[David Nolan]]
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Social Chair: [[Brian C Zhang]]
  
 
=== 2006-07 ===
 
=== 2006-07 ===
  
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Eminent Commander: [[Eric Langston]]
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Eminent Commander=[[Eric Langston]]
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Lt. Commander=[[Sean McKittrick]]
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Lt. Commander: [[Sean McKittrick]]
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Treasurer=[[Andrew Kama]]
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Recorder=[[Andy Sheehan]]
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Treasurer: [[Andrew Kama]]
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</properties>
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Recorder: [[Andy Sheehan]]
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Social Chair: [[Alex Kemmsies]]
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=== 2005-06 ===
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Eminent Commander: Will Yeager
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Lt. Commander: [[Jon Gripshover]]
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Treasurer: [[Eric Langston]]
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Recorder: [[Eric Langston]]
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Social Chair: [[Eric Langston]]?
  
 
* [[List of Current and Former Sigma Nus]]
 
* [[List of Current and Former Sigma Nus]]
  
 
== Parties ==
 
== Parties ==
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While Sigma Nu is an important part of members' social lives, Sigma Nus don't tend to rely as much on the fraternity for their social activities as other fraternities' members seem to, and have more friends outside of Sigma Nu than do other fraternity members. As a result, there are typically fewer "unofficial" parties at Sigma Nu.  On weekends when there is not a registered party, Sigma Nus will often be seen at other parties around campus, including those of other fraternities.
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While Sigma Nu is an important part of members' social lives, Sigma Nus don't tend to rely as much on the fraternity for their social activities, and have more friends outside of Sigma Nu. As a result, there are typically fewer "unofficial" parties at Sigma Nu.
  
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Sigma Nus have never really understood the appeal of having a bunch of people they don't know come to their parties just for free [[beer]].  They don't mind when it happens - they just don't get it. As a result, Snu parties are typically smaller, more personal affairs than those of other fraternities, and consist mainly of closer friends of the house.
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At registered parties there is often dancing, but the dance floor is seldom packed for the entire party, save for Tunak at midnight - at which point, prepared to get uncomfortably sweaty. The glasses of a Sigma Nu have been known to have accidentally been broken during many a Tunak. Exceptions occur--the 80s dance party of [[2005-06]] and the "James Bond Party" on April 20, 2007 are prime examples of this.  
  
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There is often [[dancing]], but the dance floor is seldom packed for the entire party. Exceptions occur--the 80s dance party of [[2005-06]] and the [[James Bond Party]] on April 20, 2007 are prime examples of this. However, in light of recent events, Sigma Nu has become a dance center of campus, with its infamous 'Tiny' sound system, as well as new lighting, increasingly better music, and a lot more people.
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Parties throughout the year include "[[Sunrise]]" and "[[Sunset]]" at the beginning and end of the year respectively (formerly "Tequila Sunrise" and "-Sunset"), "[[Sigma boo|Sigma Boo]]", a Halloween party, a Valentine's Day party, and many others. Themes in recent years have included "No Sex," "Party With A Heart On," "[[Silly Hats]]," "Snowpocalypse," "Soviet Snunion," "Frat Party," "Teresa Amott Installation After-Party," "Sigma, Like, Whatever," "Post-Meta Party,", [[Government Shutdown Party]],
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"10PM-2AM No Alcohol Knox ID Required Music and Dancing Party featuring Music and Dancing."
  
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Parties throughout the year include "[[Sunrise]]" and "[[Sunset]]" at the beginning and end of the year respectively (formerly "Tequila Sunrise" and "-Sunset"), "[[Sigma Boo]]", a Halloween party, "[[Party With a Heart On]]", a Valentines' party, and many others.
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SNu parties have two floors open to campus with a dance floor on the first floor and movie and/or video games and snacks on the second floor- cookies, chips, WATER, soda, and/or candy.  
  
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Since Sigma Nu parties are more than just an excuse to get hammered, booty dance, and get laid, women generally feel secure that they will not be sexually harassed at a Snu party.
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Sigma Nu wants to make sure that people feel comfortable at their parties. Communication is key - if something's up, get hold of someone you identify as a SNu! Jerks will be banished from the party. Being a meanie is not tolerated. You can also ask a SNu for a walk home if you feel unsafe.
  
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Snu parties are the best parties.
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SNu parties are the best parties.
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Snu parties are the safest parties.  
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SNu parties are the safest parties.
  
 
==[[Shenanigans]] (Snuanigans)==
 
==[[Shenanigans]] (Snuanigans)==
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[[Image:TunakFlunkDay2007.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Sigma Nu and friends do the Tunak Dance on Flunk Day 2007]]
 
[[Image:TunakFlunkDay2007.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Sigma Nu and friends do the Tunak Dance on Flunk Day 2007]]
  
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At some point during a Snu party, all members will come to the dance floor to do a ridiculous dance to the equally ridiculous song, ''Tunak Tunak Tun'', by Daler Mehndi.  Thanks go out to Brother Akshat Agarwal for introducing to the chapter another means of making completed arses out of ourselves.  Though many have attempted to translate the text, we still don't know what we're dancing to...or even why.
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At some point during a Snu party, now typically at midnight, all members will come to the dance floor to do a ridiculous dance to the equally ridiculous song, "Tunak Tunak Tun," by Daler Mehndi.  Thanks go out to Brother Akshat Agarwal for introducing to the chapter another means of making completed arses out of ourselves.  Though many have attempted to translate the text, we still don't know what we're dancing to...or even why.
  
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On [[Flunk Day]] Sigma Nus do the ''Tunak'' dance in the middle of West Street in front of their house.  However on [[Flunk Day 2007]], a fire truck was in the way, so the Snus and their friends did the ''Tunak'' dance for the firemen.
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On [[Flunk Day]] Sigma Nus do the "Tunak" dance in the middle of West Street in front of their house.  However on [[Flunk Day 2007]], a fire truck was in the way, so the SNus and their friends did the Tunak dance for the firemen.
  
 
On [[Flunk Day 2010]] the Sigma Nus (and assorted guests) attempted their typical Tunak in the street, however, six or more Campus Safety officers approached, so the ritual was moved to the front lawn.  [[John Perleberg]] gracefully handled the "situation" and the party continued.
 
On [[Flunk Day 2010]] the Sigma Nus (and assorted guests) attempted their typical Tunak in the street, however, six or more Campus Safety officers approached, so the ritual was moved to the front lawn.  [[John Perleberg]] gracefully handled the "situation" and the party continued.
  
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Tunak has since been exported to a number of other locations on campus, ususally when 3 or more SNu's get together in one place; music is not required.
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On [[Flunk Day 2010]] the Sigma Nus attained roughly 4-5 (that they admit to) campus safety reports, making it truly one epic Flunk Day!!!
  
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===Sigma Nu:The Band===
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On [[Flunk Day 2013]] SNu succeeded in dancing "Tunak" three full times on South West Street, at various times in the day, without earning a Campus Safety report (at least not for Tunaking). Campus Safety Director [[John Schlaf]] referred to the third dance as "almost impressive" and gently reminded SNu not to do that anymore.
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Sigma Nu performed Tenacious D's "Explosivo" at the [[Greek Week No-Talent Show]] in 2007. The band included [[Mike Hahn]] on acoustic guitar, [[Alex Enyart]] on electric, [[Rohel Terrazas]] on bass, and [[David Nolan]] playing a [[Guitar Hero]] controller.
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In spring 2014, the first ever "sitting Tunak" was performed in the [[Sun Room]]. Like other Tunak dances, it was pretty silly.
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Due to a combination of unseasonably hot weather and the achievement of maximum dance floor capacity, the Tunak of SUNRISE 2014 went down in history as the wettest Tunak ever undertaken.
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Tunak has since been exported to a number of other locations on campus, usually when 3 or more SNu's get together in one place; music is not required. On rare occasions, Tunak also reaches locations beyond the Knox College campus.
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Sometime during 2013-2014 school year, Tunak came full circle (so to speak), as Brother Joe Seidman performed a Tunak with several locals during his internship in India. He received many compliments on his Tunaking skills.
  
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== Inter-fraternity Beef ==
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During winter break 2014, a vacationing Carly Taylor met with [[Emily Passarelli]], several other members of Marine Bio's 2014 research trip, and some random strangers to perform the first documented Belizean Tunak.
  
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Sigma Nu doesn't have any beef or rivalry with any of the other fraternities. This is due to the fact that Snus are generally a pretty innocuous group of nice guys that don't start shit. Snu's only hit the Start button.
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Brothers also Tunak on the front lawn to celebrate special occasions such as the activation of their newest brothers, which is often heartily disapproved of by the Yik Yak community. Brothers also celebrate their senior-year birthdays with "the Twenty-Twonak," a normal Tunak in the house's front room immediately followed by dancing (poorly) to Taylor Swift's "22."
  
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===Sigma Nu: The Band===
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Sigma Nu performed Tenacious D's "Explosivo" at the [[Greek Week No-Talent Show]] in 2007. The band included [[Mike Hahn]] on acoustic guitar,  [[Alex Enyart]] on electric, [[Rohel Terrazas]] on bass, and [[David Nolan]] playing a [[Guitar Hero]] controller.
  
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There was a revival of the Sigma Nu band during the 2011 [[Greek Week No-Talent Show]], when [[Cody Ward]] melted the Greek system's face with a blistering Jazz Sax solo.
  
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== Athletics ==
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Porch Band was also a thing. It needs to return.
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[[Image:AndyArnold.jpg|thumb|left|125px|This guy was a varsity athlete. No, SERIOUSLY. ]]
 
  
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As previously noted, Sigma Nus rarely are varsity athletes. Currently, they have a varsity golfer and a former varsity soccer player. They do, however, participate in Intramural Dodge Ball.  They just make sure they take precautions to make them as numb to the sting of the ball as possible before hand.
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== Inter-fraternity Beef ==
  
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'''BUT''' now they have [[ADAM KENT]] (also known as Slam "Sasquatch" Squat-thrust SAMSON) who has broken* many track records.  Mostly in events that involve hurling heavy things.
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Sigma Nu doesn't have any beef or rivalry with any of the other fraternities.  This is due to the fact that SNus are generally a pretty innocuous group of nice guys that don't start shit. SNus only hit the Start button.
  
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*it should be noted that while Slam breaks the records in the sense that he does better than the previous record-holder, he also has a propensity to literally break the records with his record-breaking throws. It's kinda awesome.
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[[Sigma Wars]] are an event that oft transpires between the Glorious Sigma Nu's and the not as glorious [[Sigma Chi]]'s. Hijinks, pranks, and shenanigans. On July 4th, 2019, Sigma Nu and Sigma Chi held their first ever joint event, the Sigmapendence Day cookout. A good, wholesome time was had by all.
  
 
== Outside Resources ==
 
== Outside Resources ==
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnPorliRVns Tunak Tunak Tun on You Tube]
 
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnPorliRVns Tunak Tunak Tun on You Tube]
 
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sigma_nu The Sigma Nu page on Wikipedia]
 
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sigma_nu The Sigma Nu page on Wikipedia]
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Delta_Theta The Delta Theta Chapter page on Wikipedia]
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*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=im-kNZu7CoM Sigma Nu Until I Die]
  
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Latest revision as of 12:21, 22 April 2024

Sigma Nu is so hot right now. So hot right now, Sigma Nu. Sigma Nu (ΣΝ), the honor fraternity, was founded in 1869 at Virginia Military Institute. For 120 years, the Delta Theta chapter at Knox has been a prominent leader in academics, sports, and community service. Today, Sigma Nu’s mission continues to be to develop ethical and honorable leaders of society through the development of the minds, hearts and characters of its members.

The Coat of Arms of Sigma Nu

History in Galesburg[edit]

The second oldest chapter of a fraternity at Knox College after Beta Theta Pi (1855), Sigma Nu was originally founded as Delta Theta, a local fraternity at nearby Lombard College in 1867. In 1891, Delta Theta became affiliated with the national fraternity Sigma Nu. The chapter was allowed to keep Delta Theta as its chapter designation despite it being out of sequence with the other national chapters, one of only two Sigma Nu chapters allowed to do so. When Lombard College closed in 1930 and students transferred to Knox, Delta Theta moved to Knox as well, and has been active at Knox ever since. Delta Theta has been continuously active since 1867––two years before the founding of the Sigma Nu national organization in 1869. The longest continuously running chapter of a fraternity at Knox (as Beta was inactive for a number of years), Delta Theta is also the oldest continuously running chapter of Sigma Nu in the world.

Reputation[edit]

Loved by some, tolerated by others.

Known to Larp on Campus, instigate great heckling, adorable hijinks, and fantastic group dances.

Due to their general lack of controversy and acceptance of trans and gender-nonconforming individuals, they are sometimes seen as a "fake frat."

Always expect greatness. You will receive it.

Chapter House[edit]

The Sigma Nu chapter house (or 'SNouse') is located at 556 S. West Street across from the Quad loading dock. It is the smallest chapter house of any fraternity at Knox by square footage, and has the lowest housing capacity of all fraternity houses at Knox, housing 11 brothers.

The Sigma Nu house may be scrappy, but the brothers have put a lot of work into it (no, really, they're working on it all the time). It's full of pleasant surprises, and is considered by many to be the most unique of the fraternity houses. Some views of the house are presented on this page. It is unknown how SNu will get a new house, only that it will be epic.

Dr. Laser's Revenge
Delightfully painted hallway
Tastefully positioned paintings
Requires no explanation

Special Rooms in the House[edit]

The Based Room (or if you prefer, Debased Room)

The Terrordome - Lost in the the Great Renovation of '16 in exchange for a very nice bathroom.

The Chamba Chamber

Doctor Lazer's Office

The Rude Room

The Pink Room, or the Womb

The Flag Room or Sun Room, whichever you prefer.

The Lounge, or the Rose Room

(see also: Sigma Old)

Leadership[edit]

Faculty Advisor: Ryan Fowler (?-2013), Jaime Spacco (2013-2018), Chris Holland (2019-2020), Kyran Blissett (2020-2021), Sarah Wallenfelsz (2022-2024)

2023-2024[edit]

Eminent Commander: Hayden Fay

Lt. Commander: Lian Wang

Treasurer: James Osborne

Recorder: Carter Pierson

Social Chair: Quinn Norton

2022-2023[edit]

Eminent Commander: Connor Uplegger

Lt. Commander: Hayden Fay

Treasurer: James Osborne

Recorder: Lian Wang

Social Chair: Quinn Norton

2021-2022[edit]

Eminent Commander: Maggie Garrett

Lt. Commander: Connor Uplegger

Treasurer: Jacob Bassett

Recorder: Lyn Scherer

Social Chair: Cianja Bone

2020-2021[edit]

Eminent Commander: Andrew Liput

Lt. Commander: Maggie Garrett

Treasurer: Glen Malast

Recorder: Connor Uplegger

Social Chair: None - COVID-19 said no

Social Media Chair: Jacob Bassett

2019-2020[edit]

Eminent Commander: Tim Stout

Lt. Commander: Max Jones

Treasurer: Andrew Liput

Recorder: Teddy Turner

Social Chair: Iris Berto

2018-2019[edit]

Eminent Commander: Mitch Sullens

Lt. Commander: Martin Hope

Treasurer: Max Jones

Recorder: Tim Stout

Social Chair: Tim Stout

2017-2018[edit]

Eminent Commander: Nick Nurre

Lt. Commander: Cas Gutierrez

Treasurer: Martin Hope

Recorder: Aidan Murphy

Social Chair: Michelangelo Pori

2016-2017[edit]

Eminent Commander: Julian Tan

Lt. Commander: Bruno Povejsil

Treasurer: Alex Hirano

Recorder: Michelangelo Pori

Social Chair: Joel Schleicher

2015-16[edit]

Eminent Commander: Nick Liberko

Lt. Commander: Bruno Povejsil

Treasurer: Alex Hirano

Recorder: McLeod Sumner

Social Chair: Ben Smolinski

2014-15[edit]

Eminent Commander: Clint Davis

Lt. Commander: Carl Waldhart

Treasurer: Ben Lyon

Social Chair: John Bird

2013-14[edit]

Eminent Commander: Andrew Cook

Lt. Commander: Robert Turski

Treasurer: Michael Moroney

Recorder: Aidan Juhl

Social Chair: Jack Axley

2012-13[edit]

Eminent Commander: Chris Holland

Lt. Commander: Andrew Cook

Treasurer: Michael Moroney

Recorder: John Ebbers

Social Chair: Peter White

2011-12[edit]

Eminent Commander: Michael Kolbeck

Lt. Commander: Harrison Graham

Treasurer: Stefan Feer

Recorder: Tim Peebles

Social Chair: Jamie Ruml

2010-11[edit]

Eminent Commander: Joe Olvera

Lt. Commander: Wesley Gunther

Treasurer: Chris Holland

Recorder: Andrew Polk

Social Chair: Muneer Rizvydeen

2009-10[edit]

Eminent Commander: Christopher Overton

Lt. Commander: Lyall Wallerstedt

Treasurer: Joe Olvera

Recorder: Sean Frohling

Social Chair: Rohel Terrazas

2008-09[edit]

Eminent Commander: Matt Hundley

Lt. Commander: Rohel Terrazas

Treasurer: Reed Wang

Recorder: Christopher Overton

Social Chair: Lyall Wallerstedt

2007-08[edit]

Eminent Commander: Alex Kemmsies

Lt. Commander: Doug Davison

Treasurer: Matt Hundley

Recorder: David Nolan

Social Chair: Brian C Zhang

2006-07[edit]

Eminent Commander: Eric Langston

Lt. Commander: Sean McKittrick

Treasurer: Andrew Kama

Recorder: Andy Sheehan

Social Chair: Alex Kemmsies

2005-06[edit]

Eminent Commander: Will Yeager

Lt. Commander: Jon Gripshover

Treasurer: Eric Langston

Recorder: Eric Langston

Social Chair: Eric Langston?

Parties[edit]

While Sigma Nu is an important part of members' social lives, Sigma Nus don't tend to rely as much on the fraternity for their social activities, and have more friends outside of Sigma Nu. As a result, there are typically fewer "unofficial" parties at Sigma Nu.

At registered parties there is often dancing, but the dance floor is seldom packed for the entire party, save for Tunak at midnight - at which point, prepared to get uncomfortably sweaty. The glasses of a Sigma Nu have been known to have accidentally been broken during many a Tunak. Exceptions occur--the 80s dance party of 2005-06 and the "James Bond Party" on April 20, 2007 are prime examples of this.

Parties throughout the year include "Sunrise" and "Sunset" at the beginning and end of the year respectively (formerly "Tequila Sunrise" and "-Sunset"), "Sigma Boo", a Halloween party, a Valentine's Day party, and many others. Themes in recent years have included "No Sex," "Party With A Heart On," "Silly Hats," "Snowpocalypse," "Soviet Snunion," "Frat Party," "Teresa Amott Installation After-Party," "Sigma, Like, Whatever," "Post-Meta Party,", Government Shutdown Party, "10PM-2AM No Alcohol Knox ID Required Music and Dancing Party featuring Music and Dancing."

SNu parties have two floors open to campus with a dance floor on the first floor and movie and/or video games and snacks on the second floor- cookies, chips, WATER, soda, and/or candy.

Sigma Nu wants to make sure that people feel comfortable at their parties. Communication is key - if something's up, get hold of someone you identify as a SNu! Jerks will be banished from the party. Being a meanie is not tolerated. You can also ask a SNu for a walk home if you feel unsafe.

SNu parties are the best parties. SNu parties are the safest parties.

Shenanigans (Snuanigans)[edit]

Tunak[edit]

Sigma Nu and friends do the Tunak Dance on Flunk Day 2007

At some point during a Snu party, now typically at midnight, all members will come to the dance floor to do a ridiculous dance to the equally ridiculous song, "Tunak Tunak Tun," by Daler Mehndi. Thanks go out to Brother Akshat Agarwal for introducing to the chapter another means of making completed arses out of ourselves. Though many have attempted to translate the text, we still don't know what we're dancing to...or even why.

On Flunk Day Sigma Nus do the "Tunak" dance in the middle of West Street in front of their house. However on Flunk Day 2007, a fire truck was in the way, so the SNus and their friends did the Tunak dance for the firemen.

On Flunk Day 2010 the Sigma Nus (and assorted guests) attempted their typical Tunak in the street, however, six or more Campus Safety officers approached, so the ritual was moved to the front lawn. John Perleberg gracefully handled the "situation" and the party continued.

On Flunk Day 2010 the Sigma Nus attained roughly 4-5 (that they admit to) campus safety reports, making it truly one epic Flunk Day!!!

On Flunk Day 2013 SNu succeeded in dancing "Tunak" three full times on South West Street, at various times in the day, without earning a Campus Safety report (at least not for Tunaking). Campus Safety Director John Schlaf referred to the third dance as "almost impressive" and gently reminded SNu not to do that anymore.

In spring 2014, the first ever "sitting Tunak" was performed in the Sun Room. Like other Tunak dances, it was pretty silly.

Due to a combination of unseasonably hot weather and the achievement of maximum dance floor capacity, the Tunak of SUNRISE 2014 went down in history as the wettest Tunak ever undertaken.

Tunak has since been exported to a number of other locations on campus, usually when 3 or more SNu's get together in one place; music is not required. On rare occasions, Tunak also reaches locations beyond the Knox College campus.

Sometime during 2013-2014 school year, Tunak came full circle (so to speak), as Brother Joe Seidman performed a Tunak with several locals during his internship in India. He received many compliments on his Tunaking skills.

During winter break 2014, a vacationing Carly Taylor met with Emily Passarelli, several other members of Marine Bio's 2014 research trip, and some random strangers to perform the first documented Belizean Tunak.

Brothers also Tunak on the front lawn to celebrate special occasions such as the activation of their newest brothers, which is often heartily disapproved of by the Yik Yak community. Brothers also celebrate their senior-year birthdays with "the Twenty-Twonak," a normal Tunak in the house's front room immediately followed by dancing (poorly) to Taylor Swift's "22."

Sigma Nu: The Band[edit]

Sigma Nu performed Tenacious D's "Explosivo" at the Greek Week No-Talent Show in 2007. The band included Mike Hahn on acoustic guitar, Alex Enyart on electric, Rohel Terrazas on bass, and David Nolan playing a Guitar Hero controller.

There was a revival of the Sigma Nu band during the 2011 Greek Week No-Talent Show, when Cody Ward melted the Greek system's face with a blistering Jazz Sax solo.

Porch Band was also a thing. It needs to return.

Inter-fraternity Beef[edit]

Sigma Nu doesn't have any beef or rivalry with any of the other fraternities. This is due to the fact that SNus are generally a pretty innocuous group of nice guys that don't start shit. SNus only hit the Start button.

Sigma Wars are an event that oft transpires between the Glorious Sigma Nu's and the not as glorious Sigma Chi's. Hijinks, pranks, and shenanigans. On July 4th, 2019, Sigma Nu and Sigma Chi held their first ever joint event, the Sigmapendence Day cookout. A good, wholesome time was had by all.

Outside Resources[edit]

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