ΔΣΦDelta Sigma Phi

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Delta Sigma Phi FraternityDelta Epsilon Chapter215 W 8th Street Rolla, MO 65401

Dear S&T Miner,

On behalf of Delta Sigma Phi, I would like to welcome you to the Missouri University of Science and Technology and wish you luck during your semester. For over a century, Delta Sigma Phi has set the standard for social and academic excellence , challenging its brothers to make the most of their collegiate years.

The Delta Epsilon Chapter at Missouri S&T is swiftly making its way up the national ladder, most notably exemplified by its attainment of the prestigious Pyramid of Excellence award. The Pyramid of Excellence is annually awarded to the most outstanding Delta Sigma Phi chapters by the national office of the fraternity. The Pyramid of Excellence is one of many awards earned by our brotherhood as a result of the outstanding quality of gentlemen that is Delta Sig.

Delta Sigma Phi is at the forefront of the Greek community and is very active throughout campus. Delta Sigs are involved in a multitude of student organizations, active participants in volunteer and service activities, and contributors to numerous philanthropies. We do all of this while maintaining high academics, a busy social calendar, and participating in all aspects of Greek Life.

Delta Sigma Phi is not simply a fraternity; it is a way of life. Delta Sig is about diversity, leadership, excellence, brotherhood, and enjoying life. I highly encourage you to check out what Delta Sigma Phi has to offer. Personally, I have been affected by Delta Sig in more ways than can be listed on this page. From character growth to leadership positions and the all-importantbrotherhood, Delta Sigma Phi has made an impact on me larger than anything in my life. I was proud to call myself a Delta Sig when I first joined, I am even prouder to call myself a Delta Sig now, and I know that in thirty years, I will be able to look back and continue to be exceedingly proud of this brotherhood and how it has shaped my life and the lives of my brothers.

For more information, check out this recruitment handbook, visit our website at deltasig.mst.edu, or contact me at (816) 694-0482 or nd6v4@mst.edu.

Sincerely,

Nathan T. DowdNathan T. Dowd

Director of RecruitmentDelta Epsilon ChapterDelta Sigma Phi Fraternity

Table of Contents

I. History of Delta Sig 2

II. Who We Are 3

III. What We’ve Accomplished 4

IV. Code of Conduct 5

V. Common Concerns Regarding Fraternities 6

VI. Financial Information 7

VII. Our House 8

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History of Delta Sig

For more than a century, Delta Sigma Phi has helped young men become better leaders and better citizens. Brotherhood is a lifetime commitment to living our core values: Culture, Harmony, and Friendship. Our intention goes beyond developing a strong fraternity by challenging our members to make a difference in their communities and their world.

National History

As the door closed on the final moments of the nineteenth century, a handful of undergraduate men began meeting between classes at City College of New York. Some had known one another before they graduated from the New York public school system, and they had wanted to continue their friendships at City College. The obvious solution was to join a fraternity, but there was just one problem: this was no ordinary group of undergraduates. They were an affiliation of Jews and Christians; and, at the time, entry to all- Jewish and all-Christian fraternities was barred to individuals and groups that mixed religions. Given that their close association challenged the conventional behavior of the day, perhaps it was only natural that the undergrad-uates took an even bolder step by founding their own Fraternity on December 10, 1899. Symbolized by the Greek letters Delta, Sigma, and Phi, the Fraternity was based on the principle of the universal brotherhood of man.

Chapter History

The Delta Epsilon Chapter was founded in 2006 as a colony, bringing the Fraternity back to Missouri University of Science and Technology after its loss of charter status in the late 90’s. After 2 years of being a colony, Delta Epsilon regained chapter status in August of 2008. In 2009, the brothers moved into a brand new house, al-lowing them not only to grow in number, but have a greater presence on campus and in the Rolla community.

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Who We Are

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- 120+ Active Chapters

- Motto: Better Men, Better Lives As Delta Sigs, we strive to better ourselves and those around us by challenging each of our brothers to attain higher standards of achievement and excellence.

- Colors: Nile Green & White

- Symbol: The Sphinx

- Flower: White Carnation

- Founders: Meyer Boskey (CCNY) & Charles A. Tonsor Jr. (NYU)

- Headquarters: Taggart Mansion, Indianapolis, IN

- Mission: The mission of the Delta Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity is to challenge each man to a greater good. This follows the motto of the fraternity of “Better Men, Better Lives.”

The members of this chapter have also identified the following as part of the purpose and mission of the chapter: to outreach to others, provide opportunities to challenge, and hold individuals to a higher standard.

- Vision: It is the vision of the chapter to become recognized by the local community, the university, and nationals for our achievements. We want to consistently be surpassing expectations and previous performance with strong ties to the community and high campus involvement. We will be a group that treats others how they want to be treated and breaks the typical stereotype associated with social fraternities.

- Values: - Culture – The constant pursuit of knowledge and intellectual development

- Harmony – High standards of moral conduct to better themselves and the world around them

- Friendship – lifelong friendships built around honesty, integrity, and trust in each other

What We’ve Accomplished

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- Recolonized at Missouri S&T on March 19, 2006

- Attained Robert R. Harris Memorial Award from nationals in 2007

- Attained Academic Excellence Award from nationals in 2008

- Rechartered on November 15th, 2008

- IFC Most Improved GPA in 2009

- StuCo Most Improved Organization in 2009

- StuCo Community Service Award in 2009

- Citation of Merit Award in 2009

- Moved into new house in August, 2009

- Attained the Pyramid of Excellence Award in September, 2010

- Average of 20 hrs/man of community service yearly

- In 2010, 85% of brothers were involved in outside student organizations and 35% held leadership positions

- Surpassed 50 members in September, 2010

Code of Conduct

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In order to fulfill its solemn obligation to help its members reach the highest standards of educational attainment, moral values, and social responsibility, Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity has adopted the following Code of Conduct for the daily lives of each of our members:

1. I will strive for academic excellence and encourage it in other members.

2. I will support Delta Sigma Phi’s policies against the illegal use and abuse of alcohol and drugs.

3. I will respect the dignity of all persons and therefore I will not physically, psychologically, or sexually haze or abuse any person.

4. I will respect the property rights of others. Therefore I will neither abuse nor tolerate the abuse of private, chapter, or public property.

5. I acknowledge that a safe, clean, and attractive environment is essential to both physical and mental health. Therefore I will work with other members to properly maintain the chapter property.

6. I will pay my Fraternity bills and other financial obligations when due and recognize the need for all other members to do the same.

7. I will recommend for membership only those men of outstanding personal character who join me in seeking to achieve excellence in all we do.

8. I will exemplify and encourage self-discipline, responsibility, and leadership within my chapter.

9. I will work to make my chapter the most respected on campus and within the community.

10. I will encourage and support other members in pursuit of the ideals of this code of conduct.

Common Concerns Regarding Fraternities

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“I don’t want to get hazed”

“I can’t afford it”

“My Parents don’t want me to join”

“I’ve got to focus on my studies”

“Upperclassmen don’t join fraternities”

“I don’t want to be a stereotype”

“I don’t Want to be one of those ‘drunken frat guys’”

“I don’t have time”

“I have friends already”

Delta Sig has a no hazing policy and has zero tolerance for hazing.

Most Greek houses are cheaper than living on campus. A room in our new house and available meal plans have been priced competitively with residential life

Have they met any members of the fraternity and, if not, would you be willing to arrange for them to meet someone involved in the fraternity in order to discuss their concerns?

Did you know the chapter has minimum standards for maintaining membership in the organization, an academic excelence program, and a program to reward scholastic achievement?

Membership in Delta Sigma Phi is lifelong. There are many ways to be involved with the fraternity after you graduate.

Then you are exactly who we are looking for! We want to be known as a different type of fraternity on campus, not a stereotypical “frat.”

Perfect, We aim to break stereotypes, and we will never pressure any person to drink alcohol. We are committed to a non-hazing environment.

You would only be expected to allocate a few hours a week to the fraternity, though many of us enjoy spending our free time trying to better Delta Sig.

We encourage our brothers to have relationships outside of the fraternity as well as in the fraternity.

Financial Information

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- In-House Fees: $4700/Year if paid monthly $4465/Year if paid semesterly $4230/Year if paid annually

- Meal Costs: Approximately $1100/semester for 17 meals/week

- Pledge Semester Fees: Pinning Fee (One-Time) - $75.00 Initiation Fee (One-Time) - $225.00

- Fraternity Dues (Starting the semester after initiated): Around $350-$375 per semester

- One-Time Risk Management Fee $60

- Extra Costs T-Shirts, Events, Fundraisers

Our House

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- 18,000 sq ft. - Houses 46+ men - Located in downtown Rolla - 4 blocks from campus - Interior renovated in 2009 - Campus provided internet & WiFi

First Floor: - 3 Study Rooms - Conference Room - Workroom - Family Room - 1 full bathroom - 1 guest bathroom - 4 Bedrooms

Second Floor: - 16 Bedrooms - 1 full Bathroom - Kitchenette

Basement: - Commercial Kitchen - Dining Area - Male & Female Bathrooms - laundry Room