Membership Standards
Achieving Excellence
All members of our fraternity are expected to maintain above average levels of achievement in all realms of collegiate life. These standards are the basis of the fraternity's ability to achieve excellence, therefore they are incredibly important to daily life in the house.
Scholarship
A STUDENT FIRST, MEMBER SECOND
In order to be a member of the Kansas Alpha Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, a member must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.7 each semester. ΣΑΕ consistently ranks above the Greek and KU grade point average, ranking at a 3.28 this past year. Tutors are provided and paid for by the house.
Community Service
MAKING THE COMMUNITY BETTER
All members are required to meet a minimum of 12 hours of community service each semester; some are required more based on their status of membership or their previous semester GPA. It is apparent that all members easily exceed this with a house average of 24.1 hours per member each semester, an all-time KU IFC Record.
Campus Involvement
ENGAGING THE ENTIRE CAMPUS
We are more than just scholarship and service; in order to have a well-rounded collegiate experience it is expected that each member is a part of at least one other campus organization while a member of ΣΑΕ. Most members are part of more than one campus organization; you will find that many of our members hold leadership positions in their respective organizations.
Gentlemenship
BEHAVING AS AN INTELLIGENT ADULT
Above all else, our standards are meant to promote personal growth and instill qualities of a gentleman. Our creed "The True Gentleman" sets expectations for every one of our men, and our members are expected to uphold these values every day.
About The House
Living at ΣΑΕ
The current iteration of the house was built in 1997. It is currently one of the newest houses on the KU campus. There are over 25 living rooms for members. We also provide 4 different sleeping dorms.
Alcohol-Free Policy
DRY HOUSE
In the fall of 2012 we voted to go dry and have never looked back. Having a dry chapter facility decreases risk for members and provides a better atmosphere suited towards academic excellence, in addition to making the house one of the cleanest on campus. Our social life continues to thrive by utilizing 3rd party venues.
The Food
BEST FED GREEKS IN TOWN
The men of our chapter are fed by Chef Leon and Chef Kenny of Greek House Chefs. Breakfast and Lunch are served every weekday, and dinner is served Monday through Thursday with a large buffet style brunch every other Sunday.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon House Tour
Campus Involvement
Members that make a difference
In addition to successful academics and extreme involvement in community service, it is expected that all members are involved with one other university organization or participate in intramural sports. This aids in the difficult task of getting to know the university's vast number of people, but also teaches members of the value offered by the university outside the classroom and around the vibrant City of Lawrence.
IFC
THE INTER-FRATERNITY COUNCIL
IFC is the governing body for all fraternities on campus. SAE's have held prominent roles on the Interfraternity Council Executive Board for many years and continue to lead today.
Student Senate
REPRESENTING THE STUDENT BODY
With a budget of over $23 million annually, Student Senate is one of the most important organizations on campus. Sigma Alpha Epsilon members maintain a constant presence in the Senate chambers and ensure the voices of KU students are heard.
Intramural Sports
FRIENDLY COMPETITION
One of the most fun ways that members like to get involved within the university is by making intramural teams and competing in university tournaments. This builds communication between members, fosters a healthier culture, and lets members meet teams made of students from everywhere within the University.
Homecoming
A HOMECOMING POWERHOUSE
Sigma Alpha Epsilon has a long tradition of being a Homecoming powerhouse, winning three times in the past six years. The men of Sigma Alpha Epsilon and women of Alpha Chi Omega are the 2015 Homecoming winners. Our members also won in 2016 with the women of Alpha Delta Pi and the men of Delta Lambda Phi.