Sigma-Epsilon ChapterSUNY Oneonta · Oneonta, New York
Recruitment · Sigma-Epsilon

Join Sigma-Epsilon

Get to know our story. Tell us what you’re looking for in a brotherhood.

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Why join

A connection that reaches beyond campus

A shared purpose

Tau Kappa Epsilon is grounded in Love, Charity, and Esteem. At Sigma-Epsilon, those ideals shape a brotherhood where members encourage one another and grow together.

Room to develop as a leader

Take on responsibility, learn from other leaders, and grow through educational programs and opportunities across TKE.

A connection across generations

Join a lifelong network of Tekes and build connections with brothers on campus and beyond.

What you get out of it

Scholarship

TKE expects serious attention to academics. Members commit to graduating on schedule with an above-average GPA, and brothers help each other get there.

Leadership

Run a committee, hold an office, lead on campus. You get real responsibility early and skills you'll use for life.

Brotherhood

A family environment and friendships that last a lifetime, plus a network of Tekes around the world.

Character

Integrity, honesty, patience and loyalty are the principles TKE expects its members to live by.

Teamwork

Intramurals, events, projects. You learn to build something with other people.

Service

Learn how service and philanthropy can make a positive difference in the community and beyond.

You'd be in good company

1899Founded at Illinois Wesleyan University
300,000+Tekes initiated
200+Chapters in the U.S. and Canada
$10MCommitted to St. Jude

Tekes have gone on to lead at every level. TKE's members include a U.S. President, a NASA astronaut who commanded a space station mission, NFL quarterbacks, the founder of a world-renowned children's hospital, Fortune 500 CEOs, members of Congress and well-known entertainers. Every one of them started where you would: as a candidate in a chapter like ours.

Meet more notable Tekes →

How it works

Step 1

Meet us

Come to recruitment events and get to know the brothers. All TKE recruitment events are alcohol-free.

Step 2

Get a bid

If it's a fit both ways, the chapter extends a bid: a formal invitation to join, based on your personal worth and character.

Step 3

Candidate education

Learn TKE's history, ideals and how the chapter runs, with a Big Brother as your mentor.

Step 4

Initiation

Take the Bond and become a full member of Tau Kappa Epsilon for life.

Full details on the joining process →

A bond built on shared values

The TKE bond is rooted in Love, Charity, and Esteem. As a member, you can find friendship, purpose, and opportunities to keep learning and contributing throughout your college years and beyond.

You can't read your way into a brotherhood.

To really experience TKE, you have to be part of it. Come meet us.

Tell us you're interested

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What are you interested in?

Questions about joining

How do I express interest?

Use the interest form on this page to introduce yourself and share what you would like to learn about Sigma-Epsilon.

What values guide Sigma-Epsilon?

As part of Tau Kappa Epsilon, Sigma-Epsilon is grounded in Love, Charity, and Esteem. Brotherhood, leadership, academic growth, and service are ways members put those ideals into practice.

What are the current costs and eligibility requirements?

Current dues and eligibility details are not listed here. Please ask for the latest information before making a membership decision.

How much time should I expect to commit?

Membership involves balancing chapter participation with classes, work, and other commitments. Ask the chapter about current expectations and how members make time for one another.