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| − | Founded in the [[Fall term|Fall]] of [[2004-05|2004]], as Kappa Pi Omega, [http://web.sigmachi.org/wps/portal Sigma Chi] is the newest Fraternity in Knox's historically rich, strong | + | Founded in the [[Fall term|Fall]] of [[2004-05|2004]], as Kappa Pi Omega, Sigma Chi<ref>[http://web.sigmachi.org/wps/portal Sigma Chi] - official national site</ref> is the newest Fraternity in Knox's historically rich, strong and diverse [[Greek system]]. Our founding members were brought together by comparable fraternal, intellectual, and social ideals, and by the fact that they lived in [[Seymour 3B]], except one in [[Seymour 3A]], and played [[Ultimate]], but realized that brotherhood flourishes best amongst those of differing talents, temperaments, and convictions. Sigma Chi continually strives to break traditional standards while embracing Knox's strong Greek history. |
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== Academics == | == Academics == | ||
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== Community support == | == Community support == | ||
| − | As a fraternity, we realize the importance of community and the opportunity a single person or group has to make a difference. With this in mind, we find it important to give back to the community. To promote a healthy community we require each member to contribute 10 hours of community service per term benefiting Knox and the surrounding Galesburg area. Members of Sigma Chi have helped run Knox' AIDS Awareness Week, helped with Safe Harbor Women's Shelter, and have donated hundreds of hours to the local Habitat for Humanity chapter individually. | + | As a fraternity, we realize the importance of community and the opportunity a single person or group has to make a difference. With this in mind, we find it important to give back to the community. To promote a healthy community we require each member to contribute 10 hours of community service per term benefiting Knox and the surrounding Galesburg area. Members of Sigma Chi have helped run Knox' [[AIDS Awareness Week]], helped with [[Safe Harbor]] Women's Shelter, and have donated hundreds of hours to the local [[Habitat for Humanity]] chapter individually. |
=== Derby days === | === Derby days === | ||
| − | Sigma Chi at Knox, and around the world, organizes a week long philanthropy event, Derby Days. The brothers of Sigma Chi, along with all of the Sororities, participate in daily activities, the result being not only fundraising for philanthropy but also a strengthening of the bonds within the Greek community. As part of the first Knox Derby Days, this year we hosted a study night, organized a group service event, had fun and games at the Sigma Chi house, and enjoyed an off campus celebration for those involved. We view service not only as an opportunity to give something back to the surrounding community, but also as a chance to perpetuate the ideals and principles of Fraternal life. | + | Sigma Chi at [[Knox]], and around the world, organizes a week long philanthropy event, Derby Days. The brothers of Sigma Chi, along with all of the Sororities, participate in daily activities, the result being not only fundraising for philanthropy but also a strengthening of the bonds within the Greek community. As part of the first Knox [[Derby Days]], this year we hosted a study night, organized a group service event, had fun and games at the Sigma Chi house, and enjoyed an off campus celebration for those involved. We view service not only as an opportunity to give something back to the surrounding community, but also as a chance to perpetuate the ideals and principles of Fraternal life. |
== Well-rounded lifestyle == | == Well-rounded lifestyle == | ||
| − | We also strongly believe in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle while at Knox, balancing academics with campus involvement, and taking time to relish the opportunities afforded to us by college life. As Sigs, it is the fusion of all these elements that makes for a complete college experience, and provides each member of our organization with a solid foundation upon which to build a successful life. | + | We also strongly believe in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle while at Knox, balancing [[academics]] with campus involvement, and taking time to relish the opportunities afforded to us by college life. As Sigs, it is the fusion of all these elements that makes for a complete college experience, and provides each member of our organization with a solid foundation upon which to build a successful life. |
=== Parties === | === Parties === | ||
| − | Sigma Chi | + | Unlike other [[fraternity houses]] on campus, Sigma Chi will charge you for your beer. This allows us to continue to throw quality parties for everyone while monitoring who drinks what and maintaining a safe and fun environment. Sigma Chi is known for nudism, especially at the annual [[Anything but Clothes]] party, which was held at a fraternity for the first time in [[2006-07|fall 2006]] |
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[[Category:Fraternities]] | [[Category:Fraternities]] | ||
Revision as of 08:02, 9 May 2007
Founded in the Fall of 2004, as Kappa Pi Omega, Sigma Chi[1] is the newest Fraternity in Knox's historically rich, strong and diverse Greek system. Our founding members were brought together by comparable fraternal, intellectual, and social ideals, and by the fact that they lived in Seymour 3B, except one in Seymour 3A, and played Ultimate, but realized that brotherhood flourishes best amongst those of differing talents, temperaments, and convictions. Sigma Chi continually strives to break traditional standards while embracing Knox's strong Greek history.
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Academics
Sigma Chi has a strong emphasis on academic excellence, and offers tools to help members achieve their academic goals. Our commitment to scholastic achievement is apparent in our history. We require all of our members to achieve a minimum term GPA of 2.90, and recently posted a group GPA of 3.2, which was the highest GPA for a Greek organization on campus at the time. We support our academic ambitions by holding study sessions and offering tutoring to help fellow brothers realize their potential.
Community support
As a fraternity, we realize the importance of community and the opportunity a single person or group has to make a difference. With this in mind, we find it important to give back to the community. To promote a healthy community we require each member to contribute 10 hours of community service per term benefiting Knox and the surrounding Galesburg area. Members of Sigma Chi have helped run Knox' AIDS Awareness Week, helped with Safe Harbor Women's Shelter, and have donated hundreds of hours to the local Habitat for Humanity chapter individually.
Derby days
Sigma Chi at Knox, and around the world, organizes a week long philanthropy event, Derby Days. The brothers of Sigma Chi, along with all of the Sororities, participate in daily activities, the result being not only fundraising for philanthropy but also a strengthening of the bonds within the Greek community. As part of the first Knox Derby Days, this year we hosted a study night, organized a group service event, had fun and games at the Sigma Chi house, and enjoyed an off campus celebration for those involved. We view service not only as an opportunity to give something back to the surrounding community, but also as a chance to perpetuate the ideals and principles of Fraternal life.
Well-rounded lifestyle
We also strongly believe in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle while at Knox, balancing academics with campus involvement, and taking time to relish the opportunities afforded to us by college life. As Sigs, it is the fusion of all these elements that makes for a complete college experience, and provides each member of our organization with a solid foundation upon which to build a successful life.
Parties
Unlike other fraternity houses on campus, Sigma Chi will charge you for your beer. This allows us to continue to throw quality parties for everyone while monitoring who drinks what and maintaining a safe and fun environment. Sigma Chi is known for nudism, especially at the annual Anything but Clothes party, which was held at a fraternity for the first time in fall 2006
