History & Founders
When Theta Tau founded
October 15, 1904
flower
Jacqueminot Rose
national magazine
The Gear of Theta Tau
three pillars
Professional Development, Brotherhood, Service
region is our chapter a part of
Atlantic Region
The original name of Theta Tau
Society of Hammer and Tongs
official gem
Dark Red Garnet
organizations members are not allowed to join
Alpha Chi Sigma, Sigma Rho, Sigma Phi Delta, Alpha Omega Epsilon
guiding principles
Culture of brotherhood, lifelong relationships, and connection
Mutual respect and professionalism
Balance of social, service, and professional activities
Diversity of engineering disciplines and demographics
Regional Director
christopher Shaw (Sigma Gamma ‘18)
The purpose of Theta Tau
To develop and maintain a high standard of professional interest among its members and to unite them in a strong bond of fraternal fellowship.
official colors
Dark Red and Gold
Grand Regent
David Parker (Lambda Gamma ‘15)
fraternity’s core values
Honest and ethical
Dependable and trustworthy
Respectful of ourselves and each other
Generous of time, talent, and treasure for each other, Theta Tau, and the community
Proud that we are the oldest, largest, and foremost fraternity for engineers
Chi Epsilon Chapter founded
September 19th, 2021
Theta Tau was founded here
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
open motto of Theta Tau
“Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might.”
-Ecclesiastes 9:10
Theta Tau Central Office located
Austin, Texas
one way members can demonstrate the pillar of Service
Participating in community service or campus improvement projects
chapters in our region
a. Hofstra University (Omega Beta)
b. University of Pennsylvania (Tau Gamma)
c. Rutgers University (Omicron Delta)
d. Stony Brook University (Zeta Epsilon)
e. New York University (Theta Epsilon)
f. Temple University (Pi Epsilon)
g. Drexel University (Rho Epsilon)
founders of Theta Tau
Erich J. Schrader, Elwin L. Vinal, William M. Lewis, Isaac B. Hanks
two symbols or items found on the Coat of Arms
Gear Wheel, Hammer, Tongs, Bridge, or the Greek letters ΘΤ
Council Delegates
Kaitlynn Baksa (Xi Beta ‘18)
Keegan Dykstra (Omega ‘23)
pillar focuses on lifelong connections and personal growth
Brotherhood
founding fathers of Chi Epsilon
Geoff Bartner
b. Chris Garr
c. Hussain Khajanchi
d. Gabe Sta. Rosa