European History
What city and country did Kappa Sigma originate in? What Century?
Bologna, Italy. 15th century. (1400)
What is the date of Kappa Sigma's founding in the U.S?
1869
What year was Theta-Zeta founded?
1962
Why is Rush important to us?
If we are not growing, we are dying.
What chairmanship would you like to serve or help with?
Free points...
Who was Manuel Chrysoloras?
Teacher at the University of Bologna. Created a secret order to protect students.
What was the famous phrase said to our founding father regarding Kappa Sigma's inactivity?
My colors fade... For want of wearers.
Who was Bob Slone? How did he die?
First GMC, later GM. Killed in a motorcycle accident returning from his brother's wedding rehearsal.
Why are chairmanships important?
Help with day-to-day operations
What is Cowdrop, and why is it important for us?
Only fundraiser of the year, helps with our finances, and cool incentives.
Who was Baldassare Cossa?
Governor of Bologna in the 15th century. Robbed foreign students.
Name the university where Kappa Sigma was founded in America, as well as the room it began in.
University of Virginia. 46 East Lawn.
Who was Mom Slone? Why was she important to our chapter?
House Mom. Donated her silver to help pay chapter bills.
Why is ritual important for our chapter?
We have the culture of being the best & TZ4L.
Say the Greek Alphabet.
Alpha Beta Gamma Delta Epsilon Zeta Eta Theta Iota Kappa Lambda Mu Nu Xi Omicron Pi Rho Sigma Tau Upsilon Phi Chi Psi Omega
How many gates did the city have? How many streets?
12 gates. 3 Streets.
Who was Stephen Alonzo Jackson? Why was he important?
"The Golden-Hearted Virginian" Perfected the Ritual. Created the SEC. Created Conclave.
What is the Founders Award? How many times has Theta-Zeta won it?
Top 5 Chapters in the nation. 23 out of 24 times.
Explain any officer position and what are their duties
GS = Paperwork.
GT = Finances.
GMC = Ritual
GP = Pledge Ed & By-laws
GM= Chapter Excellence
Name the 4 pillars.
Fellowship
Leadership
Scholarship
Service
Name and describe the two towers that were in the city.
Torre degli Asinelli = Tall and Skinny
Torre Garisendi = Short, thick, and leaning.
Name the 5 friends and brothers
William Grisby McCormick
George Miles Arnold
John Covert Boyd
Edmund Law Rogers, Jr.
Frank Courtney Nicodemus
What is the GMA? Has Theta-Zeta ever won it?
Ritual Award to the best chapter in the nation. Yes.
What are your fees as a pledge?
$50 Pledging Fee
$50 Pledge Dues
$150 Initiation Fee
Say the Star and Crescent.
The Star and Crescent shall not be worn by any man...