Happenings of the Fraternity
Recent standard changes
New standards have been voted on and are being added to the constitution, with the goal of raising the quality of our members and each active's experience in Tau Kappa Epsilon.
Here is a list of the new standards being applied:
1) All actives are expected to fulfill 10 hours of philanthropy every semester.
2) All actives and new member candidates are expected to maintain a 2.75 gpa each semester.
3) All actives are expected to put in at least 5 "Fraternity hours" a semester. Fraternity hours indicates hours spent doing pre-approved things in order to better the Fraternity.
4) The Knights of the Classic Lore, a group of actives who go beyond the normal call of dedication to the Fraternity, is being installed.
Knights of the Classic Lore:
In order to become a member of the Knights of the Classic Lore, an active must maintain at least 5 of the following requirements.
1) Must have been active for at least 4 semesters.
2) Must fulfill all required philanthropy hours for all active semesters.
3) Must have had an officer or chair position in the fraternity.
4) Cannot have had any judicial complaints filed against him.
5) Must have a cumulative gpa of 3.0.
6) Must have attended a regional leadership conference, conclave, or other approved TKE events that are held for multiple chapters with some sort of leadership focus.
About Tau Kappa Epsilon
About The Fraternity...
Founded more than a century ago, Tau Kappa Epsilon considers men "not for wealth, rank, or honor; but for personal worth and character." TKE is made up of a very diverse membership, and is the largest college fraternity in the world, with locations at more than 270 colleges and universities across the United States and Canada. Since 1899, more than 235,000 men have accepted the challenge of membership in Tau Kappa Epsilon. They are men of sterling character who have become leaders in business and the community.
TKE expects serious attention to academic performance. A strong academic record not only prepares a student for success after graduation, but it represents strength of mind to the world. TKE helps our members excel in their academic life and helps them graduate. As well, TKE teaches the basic principles of effective living such as integrity, honesty, and patience, which are core values in our Fraternity. TKE offers young men the opportunity to develop as leaders and prepares them to use those leadership skills throughout their lifetime. Tekes are encouraged to take an active leadership role in community, campus, and chapter activities.
Our Fraternity is committed to instilling a sense of responsibility and contribution in all our members. The Fraternity encourages members to provide service to their campus and community through international philanthropic activities. Tekes around the world act as a network of friends, which can be beneficial, both personally and professionally. Tau Kappa Epsilon is proud to call the following distinguished alumni as fellow fraters in the bond of TKE:
Ronald W. Reagan, US President
Charles Walgreen, Walgreen's Drug President
Conrad M. Hilton, Hilton Hotels Founder
Terry P. Bradshaw, NFL Star and Broadcaster
Willie Nelson, Entertainer/Musician
George S. Halas, NFL Founder
Howard D. Schultz, Starbucks Chairman
Edward C. Droste, Hooters Restaurants Co-Founder
William A. Fowler, Physics Nobel Prize Recipient
To view a more extensive list of distinguished alumni, please visit www.jointke.org.