Since 1912
About Beta Kappa Sigma Chi
History
The History of Sigma Chi
Sigma Chi is steeped in tradition. Founded on June 28th, 1855 at Miami (Ohio) University, seven founders established our fraternity. The origins of Sigma Chi are based on a disagreement within their fraternity, Delta Kappa Epsilon, over an election in a literary society. The founders felt DKE prioritized conformity and lacked respect for diverse viewpoints.
Seeking a brotherhood built on different principles, they founded Sigma Chi, emphasizing friendship, justice, and learning — the three words that still describe what we ask of a member today.
The Beta Kappa Chapter was chartered at the University of Oklahoma in 1912. More than 3,200 men have been initiated here since.
Cultivating Leaders
Sigma Chi Leadership Institute
Sigma Chi has made significant investments in cultivating leadership training for the betterment of the fraternity and society. The Sigma Chi Leadership Institute (SCLI) is an accredited 501(c)(3) non-degree granting learning service provider.
SCLI partners with Greek-letter organizations and institutions of higher learning to provide leadership education and development, which enhance the skills and knowledge of undergraduate students, faculty and staff.
There are more than 60 programs available, including Effective Communication, Strategic Planning and Change Management, Teamwork and Collaboration, Values-based Leadership, and Wellness.
Sigma Chi Philanthropy
Huntsman Cancer Institute
Sigma Chi’s sole preferred philanthropic partner, and the focus of our fundraising.
As a nationally recognized fraternity, one of our principal endeavors and key cornerstones is our dedication and commitment to philanthropy. We are very proud of our official affiliation and partnership with the Huntsman Cancer Institute in the principal focus of our philanthropic efforts: the fight against cancer.
On April 12, 2013, Sigma Chi members presented the one-millionth dollar raised for cancer research at Huntsman Cancer Institute to Significant Sig and Order of Constantine Sig Jon Huntsman Sr., Pennsylvania 1959. In December 2012, Sigma Chi designated the Huntsman Cancer Foundation as its sole preferred philanthropic partner.
Founded by Huntsman, the Huntsman Cancer Institute is dedicated to finding the causes of cancer, developing new and better treatments, and preventing people from ever developing cancer. HCI was chosen as Sigma Chi’s preferred philanthropic partner because many Sigs and their families have been directly affected by cancer, the second-leading cause of death in the United States.
Our 501(c)(3)
Beta Kappa Sigma Chi White Cross Foundation
Beta Kappa has established a 501(c)(3) Foundation. The Foundation is aimed at providing academic scholarships for active undergraduate members of the Beta Kappa Chapter, and at funding the educational areas of the new chapter house now being raised through our capital campaign.
Education, leadership, and learning. Please consider a gift today.
Meet the people behind the chapter.
Our Chapter Advisor, our Significant Sigs, and the alumni who keep Beta Kappa running.