Kappa Sigma's Mission Statement The Fraternity should complement and enhance the educational mission of the host institution. The Fraternity is committed to fostering a close cooperative partnership with all colleges and universities where chapters exist. The Fraternity should promote academic achievement and assist each member to achieve his academic potential. By helping members adjust to the college environment, we can help them pursue their degree goals. Co-curricular activities can be as valuable as the classroom experience; hence, the Fraternity should promote involvement in all aspects of campus life. The Fraternity should promote the ideal of Brotherhood. The creation of lifelong friendships is a primary benefit of Fraternity membership. The Fraternity fulfills the need of students to belong to an extended family and frequently provides the opportunity to enhance those personal relationships through group living situations. As Brothers, our members have an obligation to have a caring concern for the welfare of our members. Brotherhood is a lifetime commitment; therefore, we should encourage strong alumni-undergraduate relationships for the mutual benefit of the students and the alumni. The Fraternity should actively contribute to the personal growth and development of its members. We teach young men social skills that will benefit them throughout their lifetime. The multitude of leadership opportunities available through the Fraternity prepares members for success in their chosen careers. Chapters should organize well-rounded programs and strive for excellence and quality in all undertakings. The Fraternity should promote ethical behavior and decision-making. The lessons taught from Fraternity ritual should be incorporated into the daily lives of the members. Kappa Sigma's are expected to act as gentlemen at all times, and the Fraternity must demand the highest standards of personal conduct. The Fraternity should instill a sense of responsibility and integrity. The dignity of all persons shall always be respected; intolerant or abusive behavior cannot be tolerated. The Fraternity should encourage service to others. Members, individually and collectively, should work toward the betterment of their campus and community... and in so doing contribute to the betterment of themselves. The Four Cornerstones Fellowship Want to get more from your college life? Kappa Sigma makes it happen. Joining Kappa Sigma provides opportunities for fellowship, fun and personal growth that you simply can't get elsewhere. Over 210,000 men have joined and enjoyed the unmatched experiences, involvement and lifelong Brotherhood that Kappa Sigma offers. Leadership Take the lead. In Kappa Sigma, Brothers learn to get involved in their communities and take the lead when something needs to be done. Countless Brothers, including senators, governors and CEOs, have said Kappa Sigma gave them the leadership skills they needed to succeed. Scholarship You're in college for an education. Kappa Sigma helps you excel in the classroom. From its earliest beginnings in Renaissance Italy, Kappa Sigma has existed to promote scholarship in its members. Over $250,000 is awarded each year by the Kappa Sigma Endowment Fund to Brothers who excel in scholarship and leadership. At the chapter level, Brothers help you learn about the campus, provide advice on professors and classes and help you study for those important assignments. Service Helping others is part of being a Kappa Sigma. Brothers spend thousands of hours working in their communities and raise thousands of dollars for worthy causes each year. From organizing park clean-ups to serving as Big Brothers to organizing charity rock concerts, Kappa Sigma's work hard for their causes. College is fun, but only service gives you the great feeling of knowing you've helped someone and made a difference.

            This total is all inclusive. It provides 14 meals a week prepared by a full-time chef and staff. All housing expenses are covered and include a full-time house mother, a full-time janitorial and maintenance staff, three laundry rooms, five study halls, wireless internet, central heating and air, and all the other amenities of home. Parking is also provided.

            All national Kappa Sigma dues, chapter dues for social and philanthropic events, and the cost to participate in the University Greek System and University Greek Men’s Rush both semesters are included. As an in-house member, your son has access to an alumni-supported tutor fund available for any subject. 

This includes all the privileges of an in-house member, excluding the room and tutor fund.

                This is a one-time fee paid to the national fraternity that covers

                all new member education and their official pledge pin.

                A one-time fee that covers all new member expenses and

                national liability insurance.

                A one-time fee paid to the Xi Corporation Housing Board.

**There is a $400 - $500 meal credit given by University Housing to your son’s account after he begins pledging.

                Members are required to live in the Chapter House for at least 4 semesters unless there is excess demand allowing some to move out early. Members acquiring the most “points” throughout their tenure as a member or pledge have first choice as to their living arrangements. Your son’s “points” are determined by many variables. They include amount of community service, offices held in the fraternity and on campus, involvement in fraternity events, their GPA, and their knowledge of the chapter ritual.  The largest variable in calculating “points” is the semesters lived in-house. 

                During room assignment for the proceeding school year (at the end of each spring semester), members will be required to sign an agreement upholding their commitment to move into the Chapter House. Non-compliance with this agreement will result in a $1000 fine to be assessed the following semester unless waived by Xi Corporation.   Xi Corporation is the board of directors that manages all Chapter House expenses for Xi Chapter.