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TKE News
01/06/2009 - TKE SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATIONS ONLINEINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The 2009 TKE Educational Foundation Scholarship Applications are online. Be sure to submit your information by February 16, 2009. What do I need to do to apply? Complete an online application form and send all required information and photographs to: Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, Attn: Joyce Ann Anderson, 8645 Founders Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268-1336, by February 16, 2009. Read More
01/05/2009 - ST. JUDE RANKED NO. 1 PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY HOSPITAL IN PARENTS MAGAZINE
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Parents magazine has named St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as the No. 1 pediatric cancer care hospital in the country. The results, based on the magazine's survey of more than 100 children's hospitals, appear in the February 2009 issue on newsstands nationwide January 13, 2009. Read More
12/19/2008 - FRATERS RAISE MONEY FOR SICK STATEN ISLAND GIRL
STATEN ISLAND, NY - The Upsilon-Lambda Chapter (College of Staten Island) came together to help a little girl stricken with an incurable disease. Their efforts netted more than $6,000 and widespread praise form the local community. Read More
12/10/2008 - FRATER KEVIN MAYEUX EARNS TOP EXECUTIVE HONORS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Annual Indiana Society of Association Executives Star Awards honored Frater Kevin Mayeux, CAE (Gamma-Theta, Univ. of Florida) with the highest honor of the evening: Executive of the Year. Read More
12/02/2008 - FRATER TERRY BRADSHAW FIGHTS FOR BRAILLE LITERACY
BALTIMORE, Md. - The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), the nation's leading advocate for Braille literacy, announced recently that Frater Terry Bradshaw (Beta-Zeta, Louisiana Tech Univ.), Hall of Fame NFL quarterback, current football analyst and co-host of FOX NFL Sunday, will serve as a National Ambassador for Braille literacy. Read More
12/01/2008 - ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR RLCS 2009 LIVE
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - One of the most anticipated leadership programs of Tau Kappa Epsilon has launched an online registration system. The 2008 Regional Leadership Conferences saw a record number of attendees - 659 versus 500 in 2006, our previous high since the program was re-introduced in 2002. Read More
11/28/2008 - FRATER WILLIE NELSON URGES US CONGRESS TO HELP PREVENT HEPATITIS C
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In an open letter to the United States Congress, Frater Willie Nelson (Nu-Xi, Stephen F. Austin State Univ.) urged them to help in the prevention of Hepatitis C. Read More
11/25/2008 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING FRATERS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Airports, Train Stations and highways will all be packed soon with Fraters scrambling to get home for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Let us be mindful that this day exists to bring together friends and family to one table for a meal. Read More
11/20/2008 - FRATER ROBERT BYRD CELEBRATES 91ST BIRTHDAY
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Frater Robert Byrd (Alpha-Pi, George Washington Univ.) is celebrating a birthday. Senator Byrd turned 91 years old on Thursday. The man who has served the longest in the U.S. Read More
11/13/2008 - FRATER HUCKABEE TO BEGIN RADIO SHOW
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State Univ.) is returning to his radio roots. The former governor and presidential candidate signed a contract with ABC Radio Networks to host a program that will air twice during weekdays starting January 5th. Read More
11/12/2008 - NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL ALZHEIMER'S AWARENESS MONTH
CHICAGO, Ill. - This November the Alzheimer's Association, the leading resource for Alzheimer's care, is launching a new online tool to help caregivers monitor their own health and stress level while caring for a loved one. Read More
11/11/2008 - THANK YOU, FRATER!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Offices of the Grand Chapter would like to extend a sincere Thank You to all Fraters in the armed services protecting freedoms we all hold dear. Read More
11/10/2008 - WHAT'S WITH THE YELLOW POSTCARDS?
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - "Stop the cards already!" Are you being bombarded with the yellow postcards and emails from Harris Connect regarding the TKE Membership Directory? If not, you should be! Hurry! Your information can only be included in the TKE Membership Directory if you call 1-800-917-2294 by December 22, 2008. Read More
11/06/2008 - FRATER JONES OUT TO PROVE HIS GREATNESS
NEW YORK CITY, NY - It is a basic law of sport - and life - that the more gifted an individual is, the more people that individual lets down when he or she fails to live up to expectations. Read More
11/05/2008 - FRATER MARK SCHAUER WINS ELECTION
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - A narrow victory in Jackson County, Michigan, helped Democratic state Sen. Frater Mark Schauer (Omega, Albion College) unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg in the 7th Congressional District. Read More
10/31/2008 - HAVE A SAFE HALLOWEEN, FRATERS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - According to The Halloween Advertising Agency, Halloween is the second biggest shopping holiday for retailers, generating more than $6 billion in sales. It is the third largest party occasion, after New Year's Eve and the Super Bowl, and the popularity of the holiday can be seen on campus as well. Read More
10/28/2008 - STARBUCKS WORKERS HELP BEAUTIFY NEW ORLEANS
NEW ORLEANS, La. - Thousands of Starbucks employees are helping rebuild and beautify New Orleans neighborhoods as the coffee company seeks to distinguish itself during tough economic times as socially and environmentally conscious and more than just a place to buy designer drinks. Read More
10/22/2008 - FRATER "WELL ARMED" FOR BREEDER'S CUP
ARCADIA, Calif. - Veterinarians had recommended he be "put down." That's horse racing's euphemism for euthanasia, the final capitulation to catastrophic injury or incurable disease. But neither Well Armed nor Frater Kenny Troutt (Beta-Chi, Southern Illinois Univ. Read More
10/20/2008 - A FRATER REMEMBERED: DICK ADAMEK
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Emails have been pouring into the Offices of the Grand Chapter after learning of Frater Dick Adamek's passing. In each piece of correspondence, Fraters mentioned how selfless he was in his daily life and how much he lived the ideals of TKE. Read More
10/17/2008 - FRATER DICK ADAMEK PASSES INTO CHAPTER ETERNAL
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - It is with a heavy heart that the Offices of the Grand Chapter reports the passing of Frater Richard (Dick) Adamek (Zeta-Kappa, Portland State Univ.) into the Chapter Eternal Thursday. Read More
10/16/2008 - FRATER TINNELL ADAPTS HIS CREATIVE WORK TO DIGITAL AGE
FAIRMONT, W.V. - Since first dabbling in the world of film-making with homemade Super 8 mm productions of Frankenstein shot from his brother's bedroom in Worthington, award-winning screenwriter, director and author Frater Robert Tinnell (Theta-Delta, Fairmont State Univ. Read More
10/15/2008 - FRATER UNVEILS HAWAIIAN QUARTER
DENVER, Colo. - Frater Ed Moy (Lambda, Univ. of Wisconsin) greeted Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle and a delegation of fellow Hawaiians at the Denver Mint for the striking of the first of that state's commemorative quarters - and the last in a 10-year series commemorating all 50 states. Read More
10/10/2008 - FRATERS TO HOST LOUISIANA GOVERNOR FOR REPUBLICAN RALLY ON GAMEDAY
GAINSVILLE, Fla. - A few student organizations are looking to stir things up Saturday by adding a twist to the normal traditions of game-day tailgates. Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal will stop by the Gators for McCain tailgate at about 3:30 p.m. Read More
10/09/2008 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON ANNOUNCES STAFFING CHANGES FOR 2008-09 YEAR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - After conducting extensive interviews from a field of highly qualified candidates, Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity announced changes to its professional staff, effective on or about October 8, 2008. Read More
10/07/2008 - FRATER INTRODUCES NEW PENNY DESIGNS FOR 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The public got its first glimpse of the new Lincoln cent reverse designs earlier this month. U.S. Mint Director Frater Ed Moy (Lambda, Univ. of Wisconsin) and Jim Rubin, an Abraham Lincoln look-alike, revealed them on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Read More
10/06/2008 - FRATER INSTRUMENTAL IN CODE TALKERS RECOGNITION
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Code Talker Recognition Act, legislation that will award Congressional Medals to Native American Code Talkers, is on the way to the Oval Office after passing both the House and Senate in the past few days. Read More
10/03/2008 - FRATERS LOOK ON AS VICE PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEES SQUARE OFF
ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Fraters from Xi Chapter, at Washington University - St. Louis, watched as their campus turned into a media frenzy for the first and only Vice Presidential Debate. Read More
09/29/2008 - AHOD EARLY RESULTS HIGH
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Feet have been hitting the pavement, hands have been shaking, and many friends have been made. TKE's All Hands on Deck Initiative has been in full effect for the last several weeks placing volunteer and professional staff scattered throughout the TKE Nation. Read More
09/23/2008 - TEKE'S OBSERVE NATIONAL HAZING PREVENTION WEEK
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - National Hazing Prevention Week is observed on campuses across the TKE Nation each year during the last week of September. Activities range from brown bag lunch discussions among faculty to movie or book discussions with students; training for organizational and team leaders, to the signing of anti-hazing pledges. Read More
09/16/2008 - FRATER URGES FOR MORE PREVENTATIVE HEALTH CARE POLICIES
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Former Arkansas Gov. Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State Univ.) says there can be no overhaul of the nation's health care system without addressing preventable health problems. Read More
09/15/2008 - RECRUITMENT LEGEND FRATER BUCKWHEAT CELEBRATES ANOTHER BIRTHDAY
ASHLAND, Ohio - Dennis "Buckwheat" Perry (Alpha-Nu, University of New Hampshire) is celebrating another birthday, this time without power at Ashland University. Remnants of Hurricane Ike have hit the Midwest with severe wind and rain leaving Buckwheat to celebrate his birthday with the gentlemen of Pi-Alpha Chapter. Read More
09/02/2008 - HURRICANE GUSTAV SPARES NEW ORLEANS, MORE STORMS LURKING
New Orleans, La. - Hurricane Gustav may have spared the city of New Orleans, but other parts of Cajun country have been devastated. In the low-lying parishes across Louisiana's southeastern and central coast, homes have been destroyed and areas flooded. Read More
08/29/2008 - FRATERS IN NEW ORLEANS BRACE FOR GUSTAV, EAST COAST FOR HANNA
KINGSTON, JAMAICA -- Gustav is now pounding Jamaica after striking a deadly blow to Haiti and the Dominican Republic. At least 67 people were killed in those two countries, mainly from floods, mudslides and falling trees. Read More
08/26/2008 - SHIP STARTS SAILING AS ALL HANDS ON DECK BEGINS
TKE NATION - The All Hands on Deck Initiative, announced at the 54th Biennial Conclave in Las Vegas, is now in it's second year of implementation. Grand Prytanis Frater Mark K. Read More
08/21/2008 - FRATERS MOURN THE DEATH OF A CHIA CHAMPION AND INTERFRATERNAL FRIEND
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Fraters and Interfraternal friends are saddened by the sudden death of Ohio Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Tubbs Jones, one of the great champions of today's Greek movement. Read More
08/19/2008 - TKE NEEDS A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity is accepting applications for two key positions on the Fraternity's professional staff. TKE is looking for qualified, motivated individuals to serve as its Housing Coordinator and Assistant Director of Programs. Read More
08/18/2008 - THE SIX DEGREES OF TKE HAS BEGUN
Staying connected isn't as easy as it used to be. That's why we are introducing the Six Degrees of T.K.E. You've heard of the Six Degrees theory - that anyone can be connected to any other person, through no more than 5 people. Read More
08/14/2008 - TEKE WANTS YOU!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The 2009 Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity Membership Directory will be available in April of 2009. The directory will be a collector's item that will include information on every TKE chapter and list members in alphabetical order, in geographic order, and in chapter order. Read More
08/05/2008 - TKE BUILDING BETTER MEN FOR A BETTER WORLD
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - It is a key concern of TKE to keep our members and guests safe. The cost of insurance as part of TKE's overall risk management program also represents a tremendous financial strain on our collegiate membership. Read More
08/04/2008 - AVA GRADUATES FORTY MEN
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The William V. Muse Alumni Volunteer Academy graduated forty men over the weekend (Aug. 1-3). Volunteers from around the TKE Nation listened to presentations, asked questions and networked during their time in Indianapolis. Read More
08/02/2008 - TKE CHAPTERS STRONGER THAN EVER BEFORE
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tekes are improving the overall strength of the Grand Chapter. The number of chapters with less than 20 men is the lowest it's been in 14 years. Read More
07/31/2008 - TEKES RECEIVE CUTTING EDGE PROGRAMMING
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - This year, TKE experienced a record number of attendees at our major programs - the Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy , as well as our Regional Leadership Conferences . Read More
07/24/2008 - TKE FLEXES ITS MUSCLES
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tekes have been lifting weights and staying fit. Figuratively speaking, Fraters have been ensuring that members are staying involved and active in the chapter. This year, we saw the exact number of men return as active Tekes (initiated in prior years) - 6,102 this year as we did last year. Read More
07/22/2008 - TKE NATION REACHES HISTORICAL MARKS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The number of collegiate men initiated into TKE this past year was 3,272, our highest number in a decade. This increase represents nearly a 9% increase over the previous year (our highest percentage increase since 1983), and the raw number increase was the highest since 1991. Read More
07/16/2008 - FRATER GARY LABRANCHE TO HEAD ASSOCIATION FOR CORPORATE GROWTH
The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), the premier professional organization focused on corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions, today announced the selection of Frater Gary A. LaBranche (Omicron, Ohio State Univ. Read More
07/15/2008 - VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR: TOMMY ASUMA
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The lead facilitator for this year's Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy, Frater Tommy Asuma (Rho-Sigma, Grand Valley State Univ.) has been selected as the 2007-2008 Volunteer of the Year. Read More
07/14/2008 - SEPTEMBER VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: SHAWN BABINE
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - For more than 15 years, Frater Shawn Babine (Lambda-Delta, Univ. of Southern Maine) has been dedicated to volunteering for TKE. From a District Vice President to an Alumni Association President, Frater Shawn has always tried to keep connected to the fraternity. Read More
07/13/2008 - AUGUST VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: DAVID LEFCOURT
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - "I believe in volunteering because I want other Tekes to have a great fraternal experience like I've had so far," said Frater David Lefcourt (Alpha-Nu, Univ. of New Hampshire). Read More
07/12/2008 - JULY VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH: DAVID WALLACE
"A professional Greek" as he is called by many, Frater Dave Wallace (Zeta-Theta, Western Illinois Univ.) attributes his work in higher education and Greek Life to his positive experience in TKE. Read More
07/11/2008 - FRATER JONES VS. JOE CALZAGHE FIGHT POSTPONED
LONDON, England - Joe Calzaghe's fight with Frater Roy Jones Jr. (Tau-Psi, Univ. of West Florida) is expected to be rescheduled for November after their September clash was postponed because of the Welshman's wrist injury. Read More
07/10/2008 - FRATER RECOGNIZED FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCACY
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Advocates from across the country and West Virginia recognize Senator and Frater Robert C. Byrd (Alpha-Pi, George Washington Univ.), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, for his efforts toward increasing funding to the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) in the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies (LHHS). Read More
07/09/2008 - FRATER TO RECEIVE TOP DOD HONOR ON BEHALF OF CHOCTAW NATION
ARLINGTON, VA -The United States Department of Defense has announced the 2008 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award recipients. The Freedom Award is the highest recognition given by the U.S. Read More
07/03/2008 - FRATER UNVEILS FIRST COIN WITH READABLE BRAILLE
DALLAS, Texas - A crowd of blind Americans and their supporters marched through Dallas on Wednesday for the unveiling of the first U.S. coin with readable Braille characters. Display of the design and prototype of the commemorative 2009 Louis Braille Bicentennial Silver Dollar opened the National Federation of the Blind annual convention. Read More
06/23/2008 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON ANNOUNCES ENHANCED ALUMNI PROGRAMMING
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity proudly announces the revival of the William V. Muse Alumni Volunteer Academy (AVA), a training academy unlike any other hosted by the Fraternity. Read More
06/18/2008 - FRATER TRIES TO SHIFT CULTURE OF CHRYSLER
DETROIT, Mich. - With Chrysler LLC losing money and its market share plunging in the U.S., Chief Executive Frater Robert Nardelli (Zeta-Theta, Western Illinois Univ.) is tackling what he sees as the root cause of most of the auto maker's problems: its Old Detroit mind-set. Read More
06/12/2008 - FRATER LES PAUL CELEBRATES 93RD BIRTHDAY
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Offices of the Grand Chapter extend a heartfelt Happy Birthday to Frater Les Paul (Gamma-Delta, Univ. of Miami) as he celebrates his 93rd birthday. Born Lester William Polsfuss, the music icon adopted the simplified stage name Les Paul and began his career as a professional guitarist at age 13. Read More
06/06/2008 - FRATER HEADS MISSION TO FIND LIFE ON MARS
ITHACA, New York - NASA's Spirit mission may hold the key to proving that life on Mars is not just wishful thinking. The patch of silica-rich soil accidentally uncovered by the rover last year had a major impact on the scientific community, who started asking one question: was that a sign that past life on Mars was ever possible? In a study recently published in the journal Science, a team of researchers led by Frater Steven Squyres (Scorpion, Cornell Univ. Read More
06/03/2008 - LEADERSHIP ACADEMY GRADUATES SIXTY FRATERS
BEACH LAKE, Penn. - The Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy XXII came to a close Monday evening. More than 60 graduates and facilitators gathered around a brotherhood fire at Trails End Conference Center to end their five day journey. Read More
06/02/2008 - LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ATTENDEES WORK DURING THE WEEKEND
BEACH LAKE, Penn. - The Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy XXII kicked off over the weekend. More than 60 attendees and facilitators gathered at Trails End Conference Center Friday to begin the five day journey. Read More
05/30/2008 - NATALIE COLLINS NAMED 2008 TKE INTERNATIONAL SWEETHEART
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity has named Natalie Collins, representing the Epsilon-Alpha Chapter (Saint Louis University), as the 2008 International Sweetheart. "As TKE International Sweetheart, continuing to support the efforts of all the chapters across the world is a must," said Natalie Collins. Read More
05/28/2008 - FRATER NOMINATED TO LEAD LIBERTARIAN PRESIDENTIAL HOPES
DENVER - The Libertarian Party picked former Republican representative Frater Bob Barr (Beta-Sigma, Univ. of Southern California) to be its presidential candidate after six rounds of balloting. Barr, the Grand Histor on the Grand Council, was victorious over Mary Ruwart, a research scientist who also sought the party's presidential nominee unsuccessfully in 1983, on the final ballot. Read More
05/19/2008 - CELEBRATE NATIONAL MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates marked the 10th annual National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM) by thanking those who support America's troops through the Defense Department's America Supports You program. Read More
05/15/2008 - SUPER BOWL CHAMPION BECOMES A TEKE
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - The Tau-Eta Chapter at Southern Connecticut State University initiated a new member this May, New York Giants Offensive Coordinator Kevin Gilbride. Frater Kevin was visiting the campus, and his alma mater, to show off the Super Bowl Champions Trophy when the chapter approached on becoming a member. Read More
05/13/2008 - FRATER BARR DECIDES TO MAKE A RUN FOR PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Former Republican Rep. Frater Bob Barr (Beta-Sigma, Univ. of Southern California) launched a Libertarian Party presidential bid Monday, saying voters are hungry for an alternative to the status quo who would dramatically cut the federal government. Read More
05/08/2008 - FRATERS TURN A NEGATIVE INTO A POSITIVE
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Fraters of the Theta-Upsilon Chapter at Sacramento State University were excited to participate in this year's Greek Week after being suspended from campus for the 2006-07 school year, celebrating their return with a second place win. Read More
05/05/2008 - FRATER TAKES UNORTHODOX APPROACH TO CUSTOMER SERVICE
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - The Auburn Hills automaker's top 300 executives and directors are now going to be calling, on average, one customer a day to inquire about their satisfaction under a new Customer First program unveiled this week to senior managers, according to an internal e-mail obtained by the Detroit Free Press. Read More
05/02/2008 - FRATER TAKES A FAVORITE TO THE KENTUCKY DERBY
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The first Saturday in May is one of the most anticipated days of the year for horse racing enthusiasts and 20 of the best three-year-olds in the country will be headed postward for the 134th Kentucky Derby. Read More
05/01/2008 - SHOW ME THE HARDWARE!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The annual report and award application processes are both worthwhile and rewarding experiences. You'll learn more about yourself and chapter as you work through the procedure. The preparation and effort you put into this process will serve you well when applying to graduate or professional school, or entering the job market. Read More
04/29/2008 - THE ZETA-THETA LEATHERNECKS CAPTURE TKE NATION CHAMPIONSHIP
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Zeta-Theta Colony at Western Illinois University pulled out a spectacular performance in the final seconds of competition to capture the TKE Nation Madness Championship. A fifth and final week of hard recruitment efforts netted high-yield results for both competitors. Read More
04/28/2008 - FRATER'S ENTREPRENEURIAL VENTURE TURNS 25 YEARS OLD
CLEARWATER, Fla. - It has been 25 years since Hooters founder Frater Ed Droste (Epsilon, Iowa State Univ.) stood on Gulf to Bay Blvd. in Clearwater, Florida in a chicken costume to attract customers. Read More
04/22/2008 - TKE NATION MADNESS FINALS!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Championship Matchup of the TKE Nation Madness is set! After a fourth week of hard recruitment efforts, chapters and colonies stepped up their game to take fourth round competitions. Read More
04/21/2008 - THANK YOU, FRATERS!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - In light of National Volunteer Week, Tau Kappa Epsilon would like to recognize all of you for the time and effort that you all devote to our beloved Fraternity. Read More
04/16/2008 - FRATER STARTS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Former Republican presidential hopeful Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State Univ.) announced April 15 the launch of "Huck PAC," a political action committee aimed at supporting Republican candidates who share his values. Read More
04/15/2008 - FRATER GARY DOER MAKES MANITOBA FIRST IN CANADA
WINNIPEG, Manitoba - Premier and Frater Gary Doer (Zeta-Iota, Univ. of Manitoba) announced yesterday that Manitoba will be the first province to legislate its commitment to reaching Kyoto targets for greenhouse-gas emissions by 2012. Read More
04/12/2008 - TKE NATION MADNESS FINAL FOUR SET!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Final Four of the TKE Nation Madness are set! After a third week of hard recruitment efforts, chapters and colonies stepped up their game to take third round competitions. Read More
04/11/2008 - NORTH CAROLINA COLONY ANSWERS THE CALL
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - More than a month after University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill Student Body President Eve Carson's murder, members of the student government and Colony 822 are working to fulfill one of her aspirations for the University. Read More
04/09/2008 - FRATER REINVENTS STARBUCKS TO IMPROVE EXPERIENCE
SEATTLE, Wash. - Starbucks recently launched a web site offering its customers the chance to pitch ideas for how the firm can improve its stores and operations. Frater Howard Schultz (Theta-Iota, Northern Michigan Univ. Read More
04/08/2008 - FRATER ROY JONES, JR. FIGHT CANCELLED, TURNS TO SECRET TALENT
PENSACOLA, Fla. - Frater Roy Jones, Jr. (Tau-Psi, Univ. West Florida) said he was minding his own business, waiting for something to shake loose in the light heavyweight division, when someone called him and told him that he was being called out by Anderson Silva, one of the stars from the Ultimate Fighting Championship Circuit. Read More
04/07/2008 - ELITE EIGHT SET FOR TKE NATION MADNESS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Elite Eight of the TKE Nation Madness is set! After two weeks of hard recruitment efforts, chapters and colonies stepped up their game to take second round competitions. Read More
04/05/2008 - FRATER ED MOY TO RELEASE NEW MEXICO QUARTER
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - U.S. Mint director Frater Ed Moy (Lambda, Univ. of Wisconsin) said America's coins are public art that people get to see every day. He said they also can be educational -- such as coins with presidents' pictures or the program to honor each of the 50 states on the backs of quarters. Read More
04/03/2008 - FRATER CHANGING PHILOSOPHY TO EARN KENTUCKY DERBY WIN
OZONE PARK, N.Y. - WinStar Farm is hoping a change in philosophy will result in a change of luck when it comes to the Kentucky Derby. In 2006 and 2007, WinStar got three or more prep races into its trio of Derby runners. Read More
03/31/2008 - TKE NATION MADNESS SWEET SIXTEEN SET!
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Sweet Sixteen of the TKE Nation Madness is set! After a week of hard recruitment efforts, chapters and colonies stepped up their game to take first round competitions. Read More
03/20/2008 - TKE NATION MADNESS UNDERWAY
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind - The Offices of the Grand Chapter is pleased to announce the commitment of 32 teams in its inaugural season of TKE Nation Recruitment Madness. The competition, which begins immediately, is slated to have its first round of eliminations next Friday. Read More
03/19/2008 - FRATER MARK ROMIG TABBED TO LEAD MARKETING EFFORTS FOR HCA
NEW ORLEANS, La. - Frater Mark C. Romig, PGP, APR (Theta-Mu, University of New Orleans) has been named Vice President for Marketing and Public Relations for HCA Inc.'s Delta Division (Hospital Corporation of America), according to Maurice L. Read More
03/18/2008 - FRATER BYRD, DEFIANT, BACK ON THE JOB
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Take that, Washington rumor-mongers. Frater Robert C. Byrd (Alpha-Pi, George Washington University) of West Virginia, the longest-serving senator in history, defied a whisper campaign about his declining health by showing up late last week (March 6), very much alive and able to vote, for a marathon session on the federal budget. Read More
03/11/2008 - FRATER BYRD REMAINS UPBEAT DESPITE HOSPITALIZATION
CHARLESTON, W.Va. - U.S. Senator and Frater Robert C. Byrd (Alpha-Pi, George Washington University) remains hospitalized for treatment of a urinary tract infection. Spokesman Jesse Jacobs said Monday that doctors continue to monitor the new antibiotics the 90-year-old West Virginia Democrat is taking. Read More
02/28/2008 - FRATERS WORK WITH SADD TO RAISE AWARENESS
HAMDEN, Conn. - Last week, hundreds of students crowded Alumni Hall at Quinnipiac University in search for new ways to get involved this semester. Around 50 clubs and organizations were present, including SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) and the Kappa Psi Chapter. Read More
02/27/2008 - FRATERS ENDURE RAIN RAISING MONEY FOR ALZHEIMER'S
POMONA, Calif. - Early Sunday morning, rain and all, Fraters from Rho-Delta Chapter (Cal Poly - Pomona) sponsored the campus's first Reagan's Run for Alzheimer's disease. The event was named for the late President Ronald Reagan, who died of Alzheimer's and was a member of Iota Chapter at Eureka College. Read More
02/26/2008 - FRATER CLINCHES USA TODAY ACADEMIC TEAM HONORS
CLINTON, NY - This month, Chemical Physics major Frater Marco Allodi (Alpha-Iota, pictured far right) became Hamilton College's second student in two years to clinch a spot on the USA Today All-USA College Academic Third Team. Read More
02/20/2008 - MEET FRATER DANIEL R. LEVINSON
Frater Daniel R. Levinson (Beta-Sigma, University of Southern California) has headed the Office of Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) since September 8, 2004. Read More
02/06/2008 - GRAND EPIPRYTANIS RETIRES FROM FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY
HAYS, Kan. - Frater and Dr. Herbert L. "Herb" Songer (Alpha-Upsilon, Fort Hays State Univ.), vice president for student affairs, announced his retirement from Fort Hays State University at a recent news conference. Read More
02/05/2008 - FRATER HUCKABEE GETS WORLD CHAMPION ENDORSEMENT
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Former Arkansas Governor and Presidential Candidate Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State University) announced the endorsement of boxing great Frater Roy Jones, Jr (Tau-Psi, University of West Florida). Read More
02/01/2008 - BOB BARR APPOINTED TO GRAND COUNCIL; LEVINSON NAMED JUDICIARY CHAIR
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Grand Council of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity has announced the appointment of Frater Robert L. Barr, Jr. (pictured right) to the TKE Grand Council. Frater Barr will serve as Grand Histor, an office recently vacated by Frater Charles J. Read More
01/29/2008 - FRATER BRIAN WANSINK DUBBED NUTRITION SWAMI
ITHACA, N.Y. - Every New Year, many Americans make weight loss their number one resolution. Two-thirds of Americans are overweight, and diet and food companies wasted no time pushing their products just as the ball fell. Read More
01/25/2008 - FRATER WINS DEBATE, TAKES THIRD IN ANOTHER
CARBONDALE, Ill. - The Southern Illinois University - Carbondale Debate Team spent part of the holiday break in Southern California and part of it in Denver. They weren't surfing and they weren't skiing. Read More
01/24/2008 - FRATER MIKE HUCKABEE VISITS TEKES AND OTHER SUPPORTERS IN FLORIDA
GAINSEVILLE, Fla. - Presidential candidate Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State Univ.) swept through Alachua County, Florida on Tuesday to raise money for his campaign. The former Arkansas governor held a private fundraiser at the Newberry home of Mike Minck, a mortgage lender and former candidate for the Alachua County Commission. Read More
01/21/2008 - FRATER TAKEN 15TH OVERALL IN MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER SUPER DRAFT
BALTIMORE, Md. - While many of their MLS counterparts had a busy day at the Baltimore Convention Center, making as many as six selections, the 2008 SuperDraft was a quiet day for the San Jose Earthquakes. Read More
01/20/2008 - FRATER ROY JONES JR. WINS CLASH OF THE TITANS
NEW YORK - The chassis was immaculate. And the engine still works, too. Frater Roy Jones Jr. (Tau-Psi, Univ. of West Florida) sped into Manhattan Saturday night with a purpose and departed with a new lease on his boxing career. Read More
01/18/2008 - FRATERS RAISE MONEY FOR BEATEN STUDENT
SEATTLE, Wash. - Fraters from Chi Chapter at the University of Washington hosted a fundraising event Wednesday night to help offset the medical costs of a student who was assaulted with a hammer near their campus home last week. Read More
01/11/2008 - BOXING TITAN FRATER ROY JONES JR. STEPPING IN THE RING
NEW YORK CITY - Frater Roy Jones Jr. (Tau-Psi, Univ. of West Florida) vs Felix Trinidad is getting some serious P.R attention with commercials already airing and a giant billboard being hung on 42nd and Broadway in Downtown Manhattan, New York promoting the bout being held at Madison Square Garden. Read More
01/11/2008 - FRATERNITYLIVE OPENS TO FRATERS OF TKE
Toronto, ON. - In a decision from the Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity Headquarters, FraternityLive.com will use the official member list of more than 217,000 Alumni and 8,000 undergrad 'Tekes' to verify users as they join the private Greek communication network. Read More
01/10/2008 - HAPPY FOUNDERS DAY 2008
Fraters, It is my honor and pleasure to send warm greetings to each of you on this January 10th, the 109th birthday of our great Fraternity. Today we celebrate not merely the formation of an organization to which we belong, but more significantly, the development of the moral code by which the men of Tau Kappa Epsilon live their lives. Read More
01/07/2008 - FRATER GOING FOR BCS CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE
NEW ORLEANS, La. - Frater Dimitrios Makridis (Omicron Chapter, The Ohio State University), is a fifth-year senior who plays football for Ohio State. He has a very interesting and often overlooked position - long snapper. Read More
01/04/2008 - PRESIDENTIAL HOPEFUL FRATER MIKE HUCKABEE WINS IOWA CAUCUS
DES MOINES, Iowa - While you were sleeping, Republican Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State University) and Democrat Barack Obama achieved resounding victories in the Iowa presidential caucuses. The next stop on the campaign trail is New Hampshire, where primary voters are scheduled to go to the polls on January 8. Read More
01/03/2008 - FRATER FEATURED ON TODAY SHOW CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
CARBONDALE, Ill. - Frater Alejandro Figueroa (Beta-Chi, Southern Illinois University) has made a remarkable accomplishment by graduating college and he was recently featured on the The Today Show Christmas Special. Read More
12/13/2007 - WABASH COLLEGE FRATERS RAISE MONEY FOR LOCAL BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind. - Wabash College has spent the holiday season volunteering time toward fundraisers to support the Boys and Girls Club of Montgomery County in addition to numerous volunteer hours with children. Read More
12/06/2007 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON WINS A RECORD THREE AWARDS
Indianapolis, IN - The STAR Awards, the leading statewide honor for associations and not-for-profits, named Tau Kappa Epsilon for the Best Newsletter, Non-Dues Revenue Program, and Philanthropic Project of 2007. Read More
11/22/2007 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING, FRATERS
The History of Thanksgiving and its Celebrations Throughout history mankind has celebrated the bountiful harvest with thanksgiving ceremonies. See the TKE Thanksgiving Greeting by clicking here. Before the establishment of formal religions many ancient farmers believed that their crops contained spirits which caused the crops to grow and die. Read More
11/19/2007 - FRATER LES PAUL RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL AWARD
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Long recognized as a key figure in the history of the electric guitar and modern audio recording techniques, Frater Les Paul (Gamma-Delta, Univ. of Miami) can now add the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the United States Government, the National Medal of Arts, to his already impressive list of achievements. Read More
11/12/2007 - FRATER HUCKABEE JOINS ALPHA NU FOR A 5K
DURHAM, N.H. - Republican presidential hopeful Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi) compared the race for president to a marathon as he prepared for a 5K fun run through downtown Durham, New Hampshire Saturday morning. Read More
11/09/2007 - CELEBRATE VETERANS DAY NOVEMBER 11TH
A Brief History of Veterans Day Veterans Day is an American holiday honoring military veterans. It is a celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Read More
11/07/2007 - BETA-SIGMA DRIBBLES FOR A CURE
LOS ANGELES, Cal. - The Beta-Sigma Chapter at The University of Southern California participated in the Dribble for the Cure to raise funds for the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. The active chapter and new members bounced basketballs throughout campus along side the Top 25 ranked Men's basketball squad! With outstanding participation and near perfect attendance on Sunday morning, Beta-Sigma raised over $5,000 in less than three weeks winning the award for most money raised by a USC student-run organization! The plaque is proudly displayed in their Trophy case. Read More
11/02/2007 - BIRTHDAY ANNIVERSARY OF FOUNDER JOSEPH L. SETTLES
November 2nd, 2007 is 136th Anniversary of Founder and Frater Joseph Lorenzo Settles' birth. Even today, his wisdom and foresight rings true in the minds and hearts of Tekes across the world. Read More
11/01/2007 - NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH
WASHINGTON, D.C. - National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor and support those living with Alzheimer's disease. During this month, we also seek to express our gratitude to the family members and caretakers who love and comfort those afflicted, and we renew our commitment to finding a cure to this devastating disease. Read More
10/29/2007 - UCONN FRATERS JAM FOR AUTISM RESEARCH
STORRS, Conn. - The Delta-Gamma Chapter (University of Connecticut-Storrs) hosted their first philanthropy concert Saturday night to benefit the Autism Speaks Foundation, an event that had the entire audience tapping their feet. Read More
10/19/2007 - TKE CELEBRATES 100TH ANNIVERSARY OPPORTUNITY OUT OF DEFEAT
On October 19th in Tau Kappa Epsilon lore, a great decision was made that changed the history of this organization. Frater Wallace G. McCauley (left) and Frater William Wilson sat on train bound for Chicago discussing what should be talked about at the petitioning banquet a few hours later. Read More
10/17/2007 - FRATER CHAMBERS HONORED FOR PHILANTHROPIC EFFORTS
NEWARK, NJ - Philanthropist and Frater Raymond Chambers of Theta-Zeta Chapter (pictured on left of Former President Bill Clinton) has received the top award from the National Conference on Citizenship for his leadership in global health and volunteerism. Read More
10/10/2007 - SIGMA-UPSILON WALKS A MILE IN HIGH HEELS
MAHWAH, NJ - The Sigma-Upsilon Chapter (Ramapo College), two other fraternities on campus and male athletes clomped around campus in high heels Tuesday, in an unusual effort to raise awareness about violence against women. Read More
10/08/2007 - FRATER COMPETING IN PROJECT RUNWAY ON BRAVO
NEW YORK CITY, NY - Frater Kevin Christiana, of Sigma-Upsilon Chapter (Ramapo College of New Jersey) is a designer on Project Runway Season 4 on the Bravo Network. A first generation Italian-American born and raised in Fairfield, New Jersey and currently residing in New York City, Kevin will compete in this season's competition. Read More
10/05/2007 - AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AND TKE TO CONTINUE PARTNERSHIP
Great Success Brings Additional Opportunities INDIANAPOLIS, IN- The Offices of the Grand Chapter announces another opportunity for several groups to participate in the American Leadership Academy training institute in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Read More
10/04/2007 - COLLEGIATE ADVISORY COMMITTEE SEEKING NOMINATIONS
Fraters, If you know of any collegiate member who would make an outstanding member of the Collegiate Advisory Committee (CAC), please have them fill out the CAC application and return to the Offices of the Grand Chapter by Friday, October 12. Read More
10/01/2007 - 19-YEAR-OLD FRATER LAUNCHES EDUCATIONAL NETWORKING WEB SITE
Frater Aseem Badshah (Chi, Univ. of Washington) is itching for an education revolution. The restless 19-year-old wunderkid, who has been tagged by some technology pundits as a young entrepreneur to watch, says he's made the first step with Scriptovia.com. Read More
09/26/2007 - FRATER HUCKABEE WINS ANOTHER STRAW POLL, GAINS SUPPORT
LITTLE ROCK, AR - South Carolina conservatives continue to rally around Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi). Last week, Frater Huckabee won the Palmetto Family Council Straw Poll, garnering 206 of the 539 votes cast. Read More
09/24/2007 - FRATER, DR. WILLIAM MUSE ACCEPTS FELLOWSHIP AT KETTERING FOUNDATION
DAYTON, Ohio - Educator and former university president Frater William V. Muse (Epsilon-Upsilon, Northwestern State University) of Cincinnati has been selected as the 2007 Richard D. Lombard Fellow at the Charles F. Read More
09/07/2007 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON PHONE MARCH CHALLENGE
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon has been recognized as the largest social fraternity in the world since 1959 and we now have the opportunity to PROVE IT! On Wednesday, September 19, the entire Greek world is conducting a "Phone March" on Capitol Hill to bolster Congressional support for the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act (H.R. Read More
09/04/2007 - FRATERS DONATE HOPE, MONEY FOR DISABLED CHILD
FAIRFAX, Va. - Born eight years ago with cerebral palsy, Alexander Asmar, Jr. seemed fated to a life defined by constant aid and personal assistance. But thanks in part to the positive support and generous donation of Mu-Omega Chapter members (George Mason University), Alexander may one day live a more independent life then once was thought possible. Read More
08/28/2007 - GRAND PRYTANIS MARK K. JOHNSON CALLS FOR ALL HANDS ON DECK
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - Grand Prytanis Mark K. Johnson (Nu-Theta, University of Utah) announced in his inaugural address to alumni and collegiate members at the 54th Biennial Conclave in Las Vegas that his vision for TKE was an All Hands on Deck approach. Read More
08/27/2007 - TKE OFFICE REALIGNMENT GEARED TOWARD IMPROVED SERVICING AND GROWTH
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - As Tau Kappa Epsilon strives to continue to improve its member services, the Fraternity announced new hires and job assignments related to its operations and programs staff. Read More
08/17/2007 - WORLD-RENOWNED BOXER ROY JONES, JR. BECOMES A MEMBER OF TAU KAPPA EPSILON INTERNATIONAL FRATERNITY
NEWS RELEASE PENSACOLA, Fla. - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity is pleased to announce that it initiated World-Renowned Boxer Roy Jones Jr. on Thursday, August 16 in Pensacola. Jones' name has been added to the long list of prominent men who are proud members of TKE, including the late President Ronald Reagan, Former NAACP President Bruce Gordon, Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, and Chrysler CEO Bob Nardelli. Read More
08/16/2007 - FRATER ELVIS PRESLEY HONORED ON 30-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DEATH
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Thousands of Elvis Presley (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State University) fans braved 105-degree heat as they wound down Graceland's driveway in a graveside procession Wednesday in advance of the 30th anniversary of the singer's death. Read More
08/14/2007 - FRATER MERV GRIFFIN PASSES INTO THE CHAPTER ETERNAL
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Frater Merv Griffin (Gamma-Delta, University of Miami) worked tirelessly to develop the entertainment industry until his death at the age of 82 this weekend from complications with Colon Cancer. Read More
08/13/2007 - LABRANCHE HONORED AS ONE OF AMERICA'S TOP ASSOCIATION EXECS
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The American Society of Association Executives and The Center for Association Leadership honored Frater Gary A. LaBranche (Omicron, The Ohio State University), CAE, President and CEO of the Association Forum of Chicagoland, with this year's Key Award. Read More
08/10/2007 - FRATER LAUNCHES TKE PRESIDENTIAL WEB SITE
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Frater Mike Huckabee of Beta-Psi Chapter (Arkansas State University), a presidential candidate in the 2008 election, has launched a web site that is TKE specific. In addition, he has a special message for all fraters. Read More
07/30/2007 - TKE VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER RECRUITED TO HELP LEAD TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Brian T. Ferber, CAE, has been recruited to serve as Director of Operations for a division of Citrix Systems, Inc., a major information technology corporation headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Read More
07/27/2007 - FRATER TABBED TO DIRECT ANTI-TERRORISM CAMPAIGNS
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Frater David P. Fridovich of Delta Chapter, a Knox College graduate and career Green Beret officer with the United States Army, was recently promoted to lieutenant general from major general. Read More
07/19/2007 - FRATER MERV GRIFFIN HOSPITALIZED FOR PROSTATE CANCER
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Frater Merv Griffin (Gamma-Delta, University of Miami) has been hospitalized for a recurrence of prostate cancer, a spokeswoman said Wednesday. He was being treated at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for cancer discovered during a routine examination a few weeks ago, said Marcia Newberger, spokeswoman for The Griffin Group/Merv Griffin Entertainment. Read More
07/13/2007 - TKE HISTORY: FRATER REAGAN DECREES JULY NATIONAL ICE CREAM MONTH
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In 1984, Frater and President Ronald Reagan of Iota Chapter (Eureka College) designated July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. Read More
07/06/2007 - FRATER STUDYING MARS CRATER FOR NASA
WASHINGTON - One of NASA's robotic explorers, Opportunity, is about to descend into one of the largest craters on Mars, opening a window for scientists into the ancient environment of the fourth planet from the sun. Read More
06/29/2007 - FRATER MERV GRIFFIN DEVELOPS NEW CROSSWORD GAME SHOW
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Frater Merv Griffin of Gamma-Delta Chapter (University of Miami) hit it big with "Wheel of Fortune" and "Jeopardy!," both among TV's most successful and longest-running game shows ever. Read More
06/25/2007 - U.S. POSTPONES NEW PASSPORT DEADLINE
WASHINGTON - Canadians driving to the United States and Americans who are returning won't need passports at least until next summer, the Bush administration said last week, even as it warned of the grave danger of terrorist infiltration across the land border. Read More
06/01/2007 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON ANNOUNCES STAFFING CHANGES FOR 2007-08 YEAR
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon is proud to announce the addition of several new members to our staff. After conducting extensive interviews from a field of highly qualified candidates, TKE announced changes to its professional staff, effective June 1, 2007. Read More
05/29/2007 - CANADIAN FRATER EARNS THIRD CONSECUTIVE VICTORY AS PREMIER OF MANITOBA
WINNIPEG, Manitoba (Canada) - Manitoba's Premier Frater Gary Doer of Zeta-Iota Chapter (University of Manitoba) has broken new ground for his New Democratic Party by winning a third straight majority government in the prairie province. Read More
05/24/2007 - FRATER BRUCE MELCHERT HONORED WITH PARTNERSHIP FOR ACTION GRASSROOTS CHAMPION AWARD
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Partnership for Action Grassroots Champion Award was given to Frater Bruce Melchert of Beta-Theta Chapter (University of Missouri-Columbia) at a recent ceremony of the American Hospital Association in Washington D.C. Read More
05/21/2007 - FRATERS CAMP OUT TO END HUNGER
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. - The men of Xi-Eta Chapter (Missouri Western State University) held their fourth annual "Teke in a Box" campout for hunger. Fraters hit the sidewalk in front of Hy-Vee Grocery Store to raise money for St. Read More
05/10/2007 - ALL-AMERICAN FRATER PASSES INTO CHAPTER ETERNAL
Tau Kappa Epsilon and the Fighting Illini football family have lost one of the most recognized players in Illinois history. Frater Alex Agase, of Gamma Chapter, an All-America guard and linebacker at Illinois in 1942 and 1946, died last week in Tarpon Springs, Fla. Read More
05/03/2007 - FRATER TAKES THOROUGHBRED TO KENTUCKY DERBY
CHURCHILL DOWNS, KY - Any Given Saturday, a thoroughbred owned by Frater Kenny Troutt of Beta-Chi (Southern Illinois University - Carbondale), is one of the favorites in this weekend's 133rd running of the Kentucky Derby. Read More
04/30/2007 - BETA-CHI CHAPTER TWISTS GAME TO WORLD-RECORD SIZE
McAndrew Stadium on the campus of Southern Illinois University - Carbondale hosted a different type of game than it normally would - twisting participants back to their childhood days with the spin of a dial. Read More
04/24/2007 - FRATER FEATURED IN NEWSPAPER ON CAMPUS SAFETY
Stress, change and unpredictability are a part of college life. Usually, that is a good thing. It is a time when students mature spiritually, intellectually and socially. But sometimes the unexpected happens. Read More
04/23/2007 - FRATERS WALK-A-MILE FOR RAPE PREVENTION
It was a great day for fraters of Beta-Rho Chapter (University of Akron) walking and for taking a stand on violence against women. Scores of men and boys joined the Beta-Rho Tekes Saturday -- in women's high heels and other shoe styles -- in Akron's second-annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event. Read More
04/17/2007 - VIRGINIA TECH CHAPTER SHAKEN, SAFE AFTER DEADLY SHOOTINGS
BLACKSBURG, Va. - Fraters across the country and world are mourning the senseless shootings that occurred Monday on the campus of Virginia Tech. The deadliest shooting massacre in modern American history savaged the VT campus as South Korean student Cho Seung-hui killed 32 people, wounded dozens more and then killed himself. Read More
04/15/2007 - FRATER RECEIVES NATIONAL HUMANITARIAN AWARD
ARLINGTON, VA - Frater Arthur Stellar (Ohio University) of the Alpha-Beta Chapter received the 2007 Dr. Effie H. Jones Humanitarian Award at the American Association of School Administrators' 2007 National Conference on Education in New Orleans. Read More
04/13/2007 - TKE ANNOUNCES HIRING OF JOHN DECKARD AS DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity has announced the hiring of John W. Deckard as its new Director of Programs. Deckard succeeds Justin J. Kirk, who recently accepted a position as Assistant Executive Director at Delta Upsilon Fraternity after serving TKE for two and one-half years. Read More
04/09/2007 - FRATERS OBSERVE NATIONAL PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of the weeklong observance, themed "Preparedness and Public Health Threats: Addressing the Unique Needs of the Nation's Vulnerable Populations," communities across the nation will explore ways to connect vulnerable populations, including mothers with young children, hourly-wage workers and people with chronic illnesses such as diabetes and asthma, with resources to help them prepare for health emergencies. Read More
04/05/2007 - THIS DAY IN TKE HISTORY: TKE IS WORLD'S LARGEST FRATERNITY
On April 5th, 1959 Tau Kappa Epsilon began its reign of being the largest fraternity in the world. Forty-eight years later TKE has 274 chapters and colonies across North America, more than 240,000 in total membership since founding in 1899 and is affiliated with the largest Greek Life entity in Germany called The Corps. Read More
04/04/2007 - THIS DAY IN HISTORY: DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ASSASSINATED
Just after 6 p.m. on April 4, 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. is fatally shot while standing on the balcony outside his second-story room at the Motel Lorraine in Memphis, Tennessee. Read More
03/29/2007 - FRATER SPEAKS TO STUDENTS ABOUT DANGERS OF SMOKING
PENSACOLA, Fla. -Thousands of middle and high school students were bused to Pensacola Naval Air Station Tuesday morning and asked to kick butts. Cigarette butts. The grandson of tobacco giant R-J Reynolds might be considered the black sheep of the family. Read More
03/27/2007 - FRATERS PLUNGE IN FRIGID WATERS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS
IOWA CITY, IOWA - Scott McGill stood on the wet beach, clad in swim trunks, a Dracula cape, Viking helmet and vest, and big, blue, funny glasses. "Are you ready to get in?" he shouted to more than 150 people, many dressed in costume, ready to charge into a cold Coralville Lake. Read More
03/19/2007 - SALUKI FRATER READY FOR SWEET 16
Southern Illinois University's Men's Basketball Team is headed to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, defeating Virginia Tech 63-48. Frater Tony Boyle, a 6 foot 8, 235-pound Sophomore, started in place of the Saluki's third leading scorer, Matt Shaw, who injured his ankle in the first round game. Read More
03/14/2007 - FRATER HEADS TO THE NCAA TOURNAMENT
LONG BEACH, Calif. - Long Beach State (24-7) is facing Tennessee in the first round of the N.C.A.A. tournament, but every time the 49ers take the floor, they are also battling the UCLA Bruins and the USC Trojans, trying to carve a niche in the saturated Los Angeles sports market. Read More
03/13/2007 - FRATER GIVES US AND CANADA A COFFEE BREAK
SEATTLE,WA - This week, Starbucks will raise its coffee cup in honor of the daily grind by offering customers a break - a coffee break. On Thursday, March 15, 2007, from 10 a.m. Read More
02/21/2007 - FRATER APPOINTED TO MISSOURI BOARD OF GOVERNORS
St. Joseph, MO - Missouri Governor Matt Blunt has tapped Frater Dan Danford (Xi-Eta), founder and CEO of Family Investment Center, to serve as a member of the Board of Governors for Missouri Western State University. Read More
02/20/2007 - FRATER PURCHASES WNBA HOUSTON COMETS FRANCHISE
HOUSTON, Texas - To the citizens of Houston, Texas, Frater Hilton Koch (Mu-Zeta) is the chainsaw-wielding, price-slashing furniture store owner. But to Nicholls State, he is known as the fiery, over-achieving, do-it-all that earned his way onto the Colonel football team. Read More
02/12/2007 - FRATER WALGREEN PASSES INTO CHAPTER ETERNAL
DEERFIELD, Ill: Frater Charles R. Walgreen, Jr., the son of the founder of Walgreen Co. and the drugstore chain's former chairman, entered the Chapter Eternal February 10, 2007, at the age of 100. Read More
02/06/2007 - FRATER FEATURED IN COCA-COLA AD
There's four seconds left in the game and the Hokies just sank another basket against Duke making the score 75-74, VT. Hokie fan Frater Nick Bennett of Xi-Omega Chapter (Virginia Tech) downs the remaining gulp of his Coca-Cola thinking the game is in the bag when Duke throws a three pointer to win the game. Read More
01/29/2007 - FRATER ENTERS 2008 PRESIDENTIAL RACE
WASHINGTON - Conservative Republican Frater Mike Huckabee (Beta-Psi, Arkansas State University), seeking to repeat the success of another former governor from Hope, Ark., said Sunday he is taking the first step in what he acknowledged is an underdog bid for the White House in 2008. Read More
01/25/2007 - CELEBRATE THANK YOUR MENTOR DAY
The Harvard Mentoring Project's NMM initiative, "Thank Your Mentor Day" is celebrated on Thursday, January 25. All Fraters should reach out to thank or honor those individuals who encouraged and guided them, and who had a lasting impact on their lives. Read More
01/11/2007 - LATE FRATER REMEMBERED FOR BIG HEART, SMILE
SOUTHBOROUGH, MASS. - Frater Andrew Sheridan's zest for life was evident during a family vacation to Cancun right before Christmas. He went snorkeling with his sisters and instigated a splash fight with dolphins. Read More
01/08/2007 - FOR THE HOLIDAYS, FRATERS MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR A NEW JERSEY FAMILY
LAWRENCE, NJ --The Epsilon-Zeta chapter, located on the Rider University campus, did its part to make one family's holiday a bit more comfortable. The men of TKE took part in the Holiday Projects, Adopt-A-Family Program through the Mercer County Board of Social Services. Read More
01/04/2007 - FRATER TAKES LEAVE FROM WWE
New York - The Big Show, known as Frater Paul Wight of Beta-Chi (Southern Illinois University) to family and friends, has left the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) scene, leaving the sport without its biggest athlete in history. Read More
01/03/2007 - FRATER AND HOME DEPOT CEO ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH USO
The Home Depot® Holiday Promotion Benefits USO Centers Up to $1 million will support a "home away from home" for U.S. troops ARLINGTON, Va. - The United Service Organizations and The Home Depot, the world's largest home improvement retailer, are proud to announce a holiday gift card campaign to benefit USO centers worldwide. Read More
01/02/2007 - FRATER NOMINATED TO EDUCATION COMMISSION BOARD
DENVER, Colo. - The Education Commission of the States (ECS) National Center for Learning and Citizenship (NCLC) today announced the second slate of members of its 100 District Leaders for Civic Engagement and Service-Learning Network. Read More
01/02/2007 - INTAGENT REAL ESTATE WEBSITE DESIGN
Frater Designs Websites for Real Estate Agents and Brokers. Jan - 2003 Ann Arbor, MI. Intagent , a new real estate web design firm is catching interest in many local area's across the country. Read More
12/28/2006 - FRATER LISTED ON WHO'S WHO OF AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES
Frater Jason Meade (Tau-Theta), a 21-year-old Monroe, Conn. native, was recently invited into the "Who's Who of American Universities and Colleges," a listing of only the top 10 percent of all college graduates. Read More
12/22/2006 - TAU KAPPA EPSILON FRATERNITY WINS ISAE STAR AWARD
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity was awarded an Indiana Society of Association Executives Star Award at the annual ISAE Awards Banquet. TKE was recognized for Best Total Communications Package among the member organizations. Read More
12/21/2006 - LATE FRATER RECEIVES DESERVED ART DEGREE
As a student at Barry University in Florida, Frater Neil Hutcheson could be seen all over campus. He volunteered. He served as a senator for the School of Education in the university's student body. Read More
12/14/2006 - GOVERNOR OF ARKANSAS BECOMES A FRATER
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who is eyeing a 2008 presidential bid, signed the Beta-Psi Chapter scroll and became a Frater Tuesday. Frater Huckabee, a Republican, joined TKE in a ceremony at the governor's mansion. Read More
12/05/2006 - FRATER TAKES ANGELWISH TO A NEW LEVEL
RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Angelwish.org, an organization dedicated to fulfilling the wishes of children living with HIV/AIDS online, today announced that, through a new relationship with The Today Show and the show's annual toy drive, it is going above and beyond its holiday efforts of years past. Read More
12/04/2006 - LATE FRATER DONATES $1 MILLION TO EUREKA COLLEGE
EUREKA, Ill. - A Eureka College alumnus' widow is donating $1 million to the small private school, providing funds for the construction of a fitness center and four annual scholarships for freshmen. Read More
12/01/2006 - FRATERS OBSERVE WORLD AIDS DAY
December 1st is World AIDS Day. Established by the World Health Organization in 1988, World AIDS Day serves to focus global attention on the devastating impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Read More
11/30/2006 - SCORPION CHAPTER FRATERS LEARN IMPORTANCE OF ETIQUETTE
Everyone knows that, when you are eating soup, slurping from the spoon is a universal no-no, a textbook faux pas that will garner you some undesired attention at the dinner table. Read More
11/28/2006 - BETA-CHI FRATER MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR SALUKI BASKETBALL
Southern Illinois University's Men's Basketball Team has started the year with a 4-1 record and fifth place finish in the Old Spice Classic at Disney World. Defeating Virginia Tech 69-64, in their most recent game, secured the Saluki's a solid finish in their preseason tournament. Read More
11/27/2006 - THETA-CHI FRATER WINS HOMECOMING KING, RAISES MONEY FOR ALZHEIMER'S
FROSTBURG, MD. - Student good deeds far outweigh reckless acts of a few. It is the nature of the news business that the plane crash hits the front page, while thousands of safe landings every day don't make the news at all. Read More
11/22/2006 - THE HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING AND ITS CELEBRATIONS
Throughout history mankind has celebrated the bountiful harvest with thanksgiving ceremonies. Before the establishment of formal religions many ancient farmers believed that their crops contained spirits which caused the crops to grow and die. Read More
11/21/2006 - BACCHUS PROMOTES IMPAIRED DRIVING PREVENTION
Impaired driving continues to be a concern on college campuses throughout the United States. Experts estimate that over 1300 college students die each year in alcohol-related motor vehicle fatalities. Although most college students choose not to drink and drive, nearly one-third of college students report driving under the influence. Read More
11/15/2006 - FRATER RECEIVES HIGH HONOR IN DENTISTRY
Frater and Dr. Dwight D. Duckworth of Beta-Psi Chapter (Arkansas State University) was inducted as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists at its 77th Annual Convocation in Las Vegas. Read More
11/09/2006 - FRATER BYRD ELECTED TO NINTH CONSECUTIVE TERM
CHARLESTON, W.VA. - Sen. Robert Byrd's (Alpha-Pi) old-fashioned demeanor, liberal stance in Iraq and overwhelming support in West Virgina earned him another victory. An exit poll showed the 88-year-old Democrat Frater won the support of more than six in 10 voters statewide, crossing age, gender, income, religious and geographic lines. Read More
11/08/2006 - FRATERS AT UPSILON-IOTA FEATURED ON ESPN COMMERCIAL
INDIANAPOLIS, IND. - In an effort to increase Greek life on the Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis campus, the Upsilon-Iota Chapter is assisting the IUPUI External Affairs' Communication and Marketing Department to help promote IUPUI's campus by participating in photo shoots and the making of a commercial for IUPUI's basketball teams, which is now airing on ESPN, Bright House Cable, Comcast Cable, as well as the local television stations. Read More
11/07/2006 - FRATER WOUNDED IN IRAQ FINDS HIS VOICE
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. - Thirty months after suffering a head injury in Iraq, Catholic priest Rev. H. Timothy Vakoc of Theta-Rho Chapter (St. Cloud State University) -- so seriously wounded that doctors at first thought he wouldn't survive -- is now talking. Read More
11/02/2006 - FRATER CREATES PROJECT TKE
MANHATTAN, NY - "Tell a kid a joke and you make them smile for a day, but transform a kid's environment with art and music, and you will make them smile for eternity. Read More
10/31/2006 - STARBUCKS HEAD FRATER HOWARD SCHULTZ ANNOUNCES 40,000 STORE GOAL
SEATTLE, Wash. - Starbucks Corp.'s recently announced goal of having 40,000 stores worldwide isn't just about spreading green awnings through middle America, the Middle East and other areas of the world not yet tempted by easy access to mocha Frappuccinos and pumpkin spice lattes. Read More
10/30/2006 - MEET FRATER LUTHER CARTER, FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT
FLORENCE, S.C. - Since 1999, Frater Luther Fredrick Carter has served as the president of Francis Marion University, a public liberal arts institution located in eastern South Carolina. The University offers curricula in 49 academic disciplines and programs to 3500 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. Read More
10/26/2006 - FRATER NAMED TO MEADWESTVACO CORP. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
RICHMOND, VA. - MeadWestvaco Corp. announced that Frater James M. Kilts (Delta) has been named to the corporation's Board of Directors. He will be formally elected at the October 2006 board meeting. Read More
10/25/2006 - FRATER CONFIRMED TO LEAD UNITED STATES MINT
Frater Edmund. C. Moy (Lambda) was sworn in as the 38th Director of the United States Mint. As Director of the United States Mint, Mr. Moy leads the world's largest manufacturer of coins, medals, and numismatic (coin) products. Read More
10/01/2006 - FRATER EXTENDS 13-YEAR CAREER WITH NEW HBO DEAL
LOS ANGELES - Robert Wuhl has inked a new three-year deal with HBO. The pact, an extension to Wuhl's deal with the pay cable network, includes a sequel to his special "Assume the Position With Mr. Read More
09/25/2006 - MU-CHI WALKS A MILE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS
Many have said don't judge others until you walk a mile in their shoes. Fraters in the Mu-Chi Chapter are doing just that. Walking to raise awareness about sexual violence against women, fraters are teaming with 60 others from the University of North Carolina-Wilmington Greek community strolling across campus in women's shoes. Read More
09/24/2006 - FRATER MASTERS BIG STAGE
LONG BEACH, CA - At 6 feet 7 tall and a hair over 240 pounds, Frater Travon Free (Delta-Theta) will be battling for a starting forward position on the revamped Long Beach State Basketball Team. Read More
09/22/2006 - KAPPA-PSI RAISES MONEY IN MEMORY OF FALLEN FRATER
One year after the tragic death of one of its Fraters, Ricardo "Rico" Petrillo, the Kappa-Psi Chapter (Quinnipiac University) gathered once again to pay tribute to their fallen brother by playing dodgeball. Read More
09/21/2006 - FRATER EARNS DISTINCTIONS, JOB IN NHL
Frater Bradley Landis graduated summa cum laude from Gannon University with a 4.0 GPA. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in finance and a minor in pre-law. Brad received the John Mark Gannon Award (presented to the graduating senior with the highest GPA) and the Academic Award of Excellence in Finance. Read More
09/20/2006 - FRATER LOSES WEIGHT, PROVIDES INSPIRATION
A recent article in the Arizona Republic featured Frater Armando Spataro of the Beta-Xi Chapter (Arizona State University) and his quest for a healthier lifestyle. Gaining weight is much easier than taking it off, but at over 240 pounds Frater Armando made a decision to change. Read More
08/04/2006 - ON THIS DAY IN TEKE BASEBALL HISTORY
CLEVELAND, OHIO - On this day in 1978, Frater Duane Kuiper of the Cleveland Indians tied a major-league record by becoming the third player in the 20th century to hit two triples in a game. Read More
07/17/2006 - FRATER SITS DOWN WITH LEADERS OF PAKISTAN
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN - United States Ambassador to Pakistan, Frater Ryan C. Crocker (Alpha-Theta) has said that the United States is not interfering in the internal affairs of Pakistan, however, wants real democracy in that country. Read More
07/14/2006 - FRATER AND FORMER DOW CHEMICAL CEO WRITES INSPIRING STORY
Paul Oreffice (Alpha-Zeta) has lived the American dream. Rising from immigrant to CEO of Dow Chemical, he worked his way to the top with hard work and strong family values. Read More
07/13/2006 - FRATER URGES INTERNATIONAL TOURISM TO IMPROVE AMERICAN IMAGE
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The president of the Travel Industry Association says tourism is an untapped means of improving America's international image. "Making America the international destination of choice is good diplomatic policy," Frater Roger Dow (Iota-Rho) said in Washington, D.C. Read More