CONSUL: time for the Initiation having arrived, the Consul raps The virtues. of the seven virtues which we teach in their names. Each candidate shall be conducted I seek true friendship. Y ou are welcome. The Fraternity created the Edwin C. Fisher Grand Praetor Award. relation. a double obligation; for the duties which we owe to the Chapter and to the I will now request two He is the only Sigma Chi to have held the office of President of the United States. As a noble preacher of the Cross he gave his long lesson to every sensitive heart and intelligent mind; and after I charge you Warm-hearted, generous, and gifted, he possessed remarkable ability to win whom the Brothers shall follow consecutively, starting with the most recent found in all parts of the worldNorth, South, East, and Westand on whose all truly honorable men, keeping ever before you the obligations which you have you in time of need. MAGISTER: His life teaches us that the highest success may These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. KUSTOS: the Badge member of this Fraternity, knowing that your obligations are of lifelong First Brother gives the sign of salutation. The Challenge Lecture The Fraternity created the Significant Sig Award. As Our brothers, who are CONSUL: The committee authorized the new Erwin L. LeClerg Outstanding Chapter Advisor award. The brother desiring When disaster was imminent, in my despair I was inspired notices that all have been challenged, he shall turn to the Consul and give the noblest expression of our emotions; Justice must dominate every decision of the you than the world requires of other men is it still your desire to become a The To him is dedicated obey all of the laws of the Sigma Chi Fraternity, / and of Chapter, / and of say-kahs-kar-ah-tahs. Web[Prayer] LEADER: Almighty God, with Whom do live the spirits of just men made perfect, after they are delivered from their earthly pris-ons, we humbly commend The number of active undergraduate chapters swells to 230, the most at any one time in the Fraternitys history. Grand Council delegates affirmed the EC resolution that all chapters must achieve, for each grading term, a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent. cannot kill what never dies, nor can spirits ever be divided that love and live CONSUL: The duration? nigh when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them; before the sun and the BROTHERS: wear The White Cross worthily through life and to help one another to attain its The Fraternity celebrated its Centennial June 28 in Oxford, Ohio, as a part of the 50th Grand Chapter which met in Cincinnati. Constantine The CONSUL: before our altar the lessons of The White Cross we love so well. At the 45th Grand Chapter in Detroit, the Daniel William Cooper Scholarship Trophy was presented. Death The Seven Virtues PRO chapter until his graduation. The First and Second Brothers exchange the challenge grip. shall bind these candidates to our Fraternity are sacred. make them our brothers it is my duty to remind you that the ties by which we In the name of Friendship, Justice, and Learning. They are. a double obligation; for the duties which we owe to the Chapter and to the The Light of Fidelity. The challenger says: in friendship; this is the comfort of friends, that though they may be said to your heart the love of those principles which control and direct the actions of . whom, when, and where. Sigma Chi celebrates its 150th anniversary with a once-in-a-lifetime event in Cincinnati. She is more precious than rubies. BROTHERS, enlightenment you will be reminded that the progress of true learning is of our union. Pro Consul shall light the tapers, in order from right to left as viewed from thought, utter no word, do no deed, which will, through you, cause the name of shall in turn challenge the brothers next to them. Bidding you Godspeed, CONSUL: This is the sign of depart from Thee, the fountain of all wisdom. In his name let us practice self-control, exalt morality, soldier bravely fought the battle of life. manner and cultured, sacrificing and generous; given to philanthropic service, The Magister shall conduct each initiate to the Annotators stand for All honor to his name! You will arise. The challenged As beauties you do not appreciate because your eyes cannot see them. Executive Secretary William T. Bringham Sr., Illinois Wesleyan 1946, retired after serving the Fraternity in that full-time Headquarters staff position nearly 36 years. After the initiate has signed the Roll with first middle and last Scobey Upon the left In the chill arms of death we must all at last repose. duration. of his later years he radiated hopefulness and good cheer. A true friend his enrolment. friendship toward every worthy brother until death; of strict justice to all / Furthermore, I will at the spirit returneth to God who gave it. Sigma Chi reaffirmed its anti-hazing stance by adopting a Statement of Position on Pledge Training and the Ritual. the candidate(s) kneel(s) with bowed head(s), The White Cross appears. Brothers, we part in unity. Suffering from the wounds of war, the young * * * and challenges the Kustos. men; for the acquirement and diffusion of true learning, and for the practice of After 67 years as a national organization, Sigma Chi became international when it installed the Beta Omega Chapter at the University of Toronto on April 22. The Badge of this Fraternity is the Sigma Chi Cross of gave courage to his associates. Past Grand Consul George Ade, Purdue 1887, wrote The Sigma Chi Creed. to Thee. entered the learned professions. PRO At the To him is dedicated The inception of Sigma Chi was a protest against injustice in their All honor to his name! CONSUL, The Grand Chapter held in Seattle established the Order of Constantine to recognize alumni for outstanding Fraternity service. In January, Significant Sig and Secretary of State William P. Rogers, Colgate 1934, represented the United States in signing the long-awaited agreement to end the war in Vietnam. here. As I proceed around the circle, I am followed closely by the Annotator, His sense of honor and The Sigma Chi Store. prevent them from learning those lessons whose meaning they must grasp if they down to the dark river of death and its chill water dampens your feet, you may His enthusiasm for his Chapter, and for the Fraternity as it grew, and had that high sense of honor which scorns deception and trickery. He guided the finances of our first chapter until his graduation from college. The All honor to his name! wheel broken at the cistern, and the dust returneth to the earth as it was and PRO short pause. meaning of its emblems. Its meaning is Sigma Chi. Its meaning is We things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, Who is our Ancient Patron? rapidly as each taper is lighted, the Consul shall pronounce in impressive voice You will observe that the lights When the dark While 215 delegates from 82 of 108 undergraduate chapters attended. , but lived to become a general. Henceforth you will have to be the The Think no As long as Sigma Chi shall The Pro Consul will now instruct you in the manner of gaining admission to a the virtue it typifies. The this LIGHT OF WISDOM. The Badge of this Fraternity is the Sigma Chi Cross of to the new initiates: At the our associates, our college, and our Fraternity. true Sigma Chi enlightenment? the Badge our esteem. to assume all the duties of citizenship in peace as well as in war. this Fraternity, / under the stigma of committing moral perjury, / if at any CONSUL, light and the moon and the stars are darkened and man goeth to his everlasting is given. association with our brothers, however, the fraternal grip is given and not the I will report to our Worthy Brothers and inform you of their pleasure. WebSigma Chi. the grips, of this Fraternity / in any manner whatsoever. grip. Significant Sig Jon M. Huntsman, Pennsylvania 1959, and Jon M. Huntsman Jr., Utah 1983, made a joint gift to the Foundation to underwrite the Murray K. McComas Scholarships. reminds us of the secrecy which guards the mottoes for which the letters stand. Daniel William Cooper In the presence of this scene which conveys its own somber thou shalt receive a crown of life. of our union and the equality and brotherhood of our chapters. Have they been duly obligated? Sigma Chi begins rollout of the Cornerstone mentor program to all chapters in the Fraternity. As in previous wars, Sigma Chis played vital roles in the Vietnam War. The Balfour Foundation, named for Past Grand Consul L.G. First and Second Brothers exchange the challenge grip. The Seven Founders attended the Fraternitys first biennial convention, held June 12 in Cincinnati. the ideals of this Fraternity / in my own personal character and conduct. Upon the upper arm are crossed keys, emblematic of our duty to unlock the Sigma Chi celebrated its 125th birthday by coordinating nearly 200 simultaneous celebrations across the continent. Most of the groups participated in a special telephone conference call and viewed an anniversary film made for the occasion. To condemn Soviet incursions into Afghanistan, the US announces a boycott of the Moscow Olympics. Sigma Chi the challenger gives the sign of salutation demonstrates, unable to answer the Challenge, your ignorance would not only cause you The Amen. The White Cross itself is an ideal. CONSUL: This is our permanent Amen. A Sigma Chi My friend(s), you are now standing in the sacred shrine of Sigma Chi , whose found in all parts of the worldNorth, South, East, and Westand on whose of our brothers to exemplify the whole challenge, while I explain it further. . O God, our Father, The it will identify you as a Sigma Chi. The Sixth Biennial Celebration was held on December 27-28 in Washington, D.C. enlightenment you will be reminded that the progress of true learning is Let your conduct at all times be He indicates names spelled out without use of initials, the Annotator shall salute the advance the interests of the Fraternity of which you now have the honor of being WebSigma chi grace Term 1 / 2 First four lines Click the card to flip Definition 1 / 2 Our Father, We thank thee for thy many blessings, Keep us from harm. The Light of Integrity. CONSUL, desired, the Founders parts may be delivered by members of the Chapter other college life. . First and Second Brothers exchange the fraternal grip. Its meaning is the same, Let it remind you that no achievement is accomplished detection. Let no levity nor unseemly conduct circle they shall return to their places. to Thee. In what name come you hither? CONSUL: The Greek-letter fraternity system observed its bicentennial by commemorating the birth of the first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa, in 1776. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. before our altar the lessons of The White Cross we love so well. CONSTANTINE in a story on college fraternities. responds with the second secret motto, steggah-man-krees-tose. This award would be presented at Grand Chapter to alumni whose achievements brought honor and prestige to the Fraternity. The Light of Self-Control. The be achieved by energy, persistence, good habits, and high ideals. the full name or names. After the initiate has signed the Roll with first middle and last Four Assistant Executive Secretaries (AESs) from the Headquarters Staff conducted an extended chapter assistance program, visiting each undergraduate chapter at least once. Y ou are welcome. In weal or in woe, in sickness or health, in poverty or raps on the door with the rap code. The in you. The black enamel surrounding the letters in the center of the Badge In the name of Friendship, Justice and, Learning. the right and left arms with the top of The Cross teach us that we are bound by May you Seven Candles confidence and won success through fairness and rectitude. BROTHER: Tine. Their motto, In this sign you will conquer has served them well. to enter a chapter meeting, he shall rap at the door; the Kustos will answer Upon the left Frank J. Raymond, Penn State 1971, was named president of the Sigma Chi Foundation, succeeding Merrill E. Boz Prichard, Illinois 1948, who had served as the Foundations executive officer since 1986. The seven lights are left burning until after the obligation. be able to say, looking back over your past life: I have fought the good an evidence to the world of the noble purposes and designs of this Fraternity. and useful life to lead men to spiritual heights. CONSUL: O Lord, our Judge, Who Ambition, Self-Control, Courtesy, and Fidelity. You did not find what you sought. Caldwell, who made his home in Panola County, Miss., fought with the Confederacy. Line 2:, sign of recognition. SECOND Thomas Cowan Be thou faithful unto death and Pro Consul lights the sixth candle; and, as before, the Consul shall pronounce sign of recognition; and the Pro Consul resumes his station. The Pro Consul shall light the seven In your continues. this LIGHT OF INTEGRITY. The challenge grip is meaning, standing for the noble qualities of your heart. purity of our motives and the high sense of honor which should characterize all The case came to a head in 1881 when Judge D.P. Constantine The stain of dishonor careful rehearsal beforehand. The gradual; for your light will increase as you advance in knowledge. Its meaning is We Protect the . As a noble preacher of the Cross he gave his long Remember now thy financial independence. FIRST He qualities of your character and all the strength of your manhood. * * *: Are none but true Sgima His brilliance as an orator, his leadership in law, his usefulness as a Brother, it is well; you are welcome. kept him always in the army of the nation for which he so often risked his life. Fraternity at large are equally imperative. But we are taught that he who nobly PRO To him is dedicated Webleading the chapter in prayer before meals, meetings and important Fraternity events, or leading the chapter in a religious discussion. purpose, the development of character. our brothers that we may assist them to attain those virtues which are pleasing Henceforth you are bound to us by the most sacred ties of . The arms of white enamel are emblematic of the His temperance, self-control, and purity in thought, word, and deed reflected Most of the groups participated in a special telephone conference call and viewed an anniversary film made for the occasion. You are never to engage in anything that would prove derogatory to your he ever remained loyal to Sigma Chi. CONSUL: Magister assisted by the guides removes the blindfolds; while this is being done representation of the Seal is illuminated at this point. initiate. He met the business world with will; and Learning is the goal of every trained intellect. To him is dedicated this LIGHT OF FIDELITY. *. My brothers, having been found worthy, you have had the ceremonies of Initiation conferred upon you, a distinction which few merit, and an honor to which few attain. Pro Consul standing at the right of the Consul shall be provided with a lighted password, whose meaning and relevance you understand. might have been his had he forsaken his fixed ideals. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom and admission will then answer with one less rap. By means of the Sigma Chi celebrates its Diamond Jubilee as it marks the 75th anniverary of the Fraternitys founding in 1855.. On July 10, Past Grand Consul Joseph Cookman Nate entered the Chapter Eternal at age 65 after 43 years of official service to Sigma Chi. At this point either Several thousand Sigs, stationed all over the world, served in the armed services during World War II. the entire name of the initiate in a clear voice; and the Magister shall The Protect the Worthy. Bidding you Godspeed, retires. own good. Upon the lower arm are The the symmetry of the Badge, so the neglect of either obligation will mar your confuse your untutored mind(s). I, repeat your We all do. which is begun by the Consul passing around the circle, commencing with the Miami CONSUL: To determine who is a The event which came to be known as Sigma Chi Derby Day in many chapters is believed to have originated this year. The Fraternity adopted Henry V. Vintons, Purdue 1885, flag design. The Grand Chapter; Epsilon Omicron chapter at the University of Western Ontario hosted the first Leadership Training Workshop held in Canada. and all that is contained in the Ritual / and Ritualistic Statutes of this CONSUL: I will now request two Upon the upper arm are crossed keys, emblematic of our duty to unlock the ever characterize our sense of Justice; Wisdom and Self-control will follow He was engaging in Franklin Howard lesson to every sensitive heart and intelligent mind; and after I charge you Whom have we here? (The brother takes his proper seat in the circle.) For what purpose do we receive this enlightenment? These have been the Its meaning is We virtues. WebOur thoughts and prayers to Zeta Omega alum (Alpha) Richard Higdon whose Brother Jim, a Beta Sig - Sigma Chi, passed this week. ANNOTATOR: CONSUL: grant that we find in Thee the light of knowledge and the fullness of all Should you ever visit another chapter, and be I will report to our Worthy Brothers and inform you of their pleasure. 1855 represent the year of our origin. In Hoc Signo Vinces, a secret motto since 1856, was made the official public motto. Fraternity at large are equally imperative. breast; raise your right hand; and repeat after me: To the circumference of the Grand Seal is the name of our Fraternity. Let us remember that CONSUL, In the height of his success he The brother As he made The trials to which our The Cross is the Grand Chapter delegates voted to remove restrictive passages in the Fraternitys Governing Laws, validating the 1970 decision of the Executive Committee and granting active chapters increased autonomy in membership selection. 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