http://www.tke.org en-us Grand Prytanis Frater Herbert Songer (Alpha-Upsilon, Fort Hays State Univ.) and the Grand Council are please to announce that they have hired Tryon & Heideman Executive Search, based in Kansas City, Mo, to initiate the search for a Chief Executive Officer. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/31/the_executive_search_begins http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/31/the_executive_search_begins The Grand Council of Tau Kappa Epsilon is proud to announce the appointment of Frater Walter W. Jenny, Jr. (Omicron-Phi, Univ. of Oklahoma) as Judiciary Chairman. Walt currently serves as a GPA while living in Oklahoma City. He has been a "major driver" in the development of many chapters in the Central United States. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/25/frater_appointed_as_judiciary_chairman http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/25/frater_appointed_as_judiciary_chairman It's that time of year again, Recruitment T-Shirts are being designed and you need that latest TKE Gear. When placing bid day and recruitment orders, we wanted to remind you that utilizing Tau Kappa Epsilon's licensed vendors is the only legal way to purchase official, quality merchandise bearing our insignia. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/24/need_some_t-shirts http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/24/need_some_t-shirts Have you ever gone to a store with one thing on your mind: 'Get some milk.' Once you get there, however, you see cereal (which you are out of), then gum (that would be good for your walk on campus), and pizza rolls (they burn your mouth sometimes, but are so good). You grab a few other things you see and think might be nice to have. Then you head to the check-out, purchase the items, and head for home. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/24/time_to_head_to_the_store http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/24/time_to_head_to_the_store The college football season is drawing near. As it does Fraters are planning trips to their rivals meeting up with Tekes to enjoy the game. Along these same lines, every fall the Wisconsin Badgers and the Minnesota Golden Gophers play for Paul Bunyans Axe. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/20/an_old_rivalry_reborn http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/20/an_old_rivalry_reborn The North-American Interfraternity Conference recently released a handful of points to show what rights you have as a member of a Fraternity. The research conducted by the University Learning Outcomes Assessment points out several useful points that all Fraters and universities should be aware of as they work together. Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/18/know_your_fraternity_rights http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/18/know_your_fraternity_rights One of the critical components of Building Better Men to Build a Better World is instilling a sense of civic duty. Service and Philanthropy are critical to this mission. Since 1899, Fraters have worked diligently to provide these two on their campuses, in their communities, and beyond. Sun, 15 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/15/service_part_of_the_tke_fabric http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/15/service_part_of_the_tke_fabric School has begun for the majority of Fraters around the Teke Nation. The hustle and bustle of recruitment and other activities will soon receive the most attention (if it hasn't already). To ensure you have a safe and fun year, the Offices of the Grand Chapter want to keep you apprised of dates you need to mark down. Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/14/important_reminders_for_the_year http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/14/important_reminders_for_the_year Hundreds of college students from around the country gathered at St. Jude Children's Hospital for a leadership conference. Tau Kappa Epsilon had 24 participants in the Greek Life track representing 24 chapters. Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/13/fraters_attend_st_jude_leadership_conference http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/13/fraters_attend_st_jude_leadership_conference Hundreds of thousands of small nonprofit organizations are at risk of losing their tax-exempt status because they failed to file required returns for 2007, 2008, and 2009. Each chapter in TKE needs to file, but you can get help from your alumni board of advisors, accounting professionals who are Fraters, or the Offices of the Grand Chapter. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/09/irs_gives_one_last_chance http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/09/irs_gives_one_last_chance The planes are beginning to land and the cars are pulling up for the 24th installment of the Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy. Fri, 06 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/06/tke_leadership_academy_set_to_kick-off http://www.tke.org/news/2010/08/06/tke_leadership_academy_set_to_kick-off Frater Ron Bilbao of Upsilon-Nu Chapter (UNC-Chapel Hill) found a home at UNC through a Carolina Covenant Scholarship. His work with other students, faculty and campus administrators created a home for other Latino students at Carolina. Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/27/frater_creates_carolina_latino_collaborative http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/27/frater_creates_carolina_latino_collaborative On Monday, July 19, 2010 we began a new chapter in our Fraternity's leadership. TKE's Grand Hegemon, Frater Shawn Babine, has left his position on the Grand Council and will succeed Frater Kevin Mayeux as TKE's Chief Executive Officer. Frater Shawn will serve in this role on an interim basis while the Grand Council begins a comprehensive search for potential candidates. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/22/a_new_chapter_in_tke_leadership http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/22/a_new_chapter_in_tke_leadership Fraters trekked across the TKE Nation to converge on the new Offices of the Grand Chapter in Indianapolis. There was a buzz among the more than 200 attendees impressed with the facility they now call "Home." The historic day in our 111-year history marked the beginning of a new era. Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/20/tke_grand_opening_celebration_a_success http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/20/tke_grand_opening_celebration_a_success "Now is the time," said Grand Prytanis Frater Herb Songer in his welcome speech to attendees of the William V. Muse Alumni Volunteer Academy. Poignant words to kickoff a weekend full of training and celebration as TKE embarks on a new and exciting path. This event seeks to empower and enlighten one of the biggest assets the organization has - its volunteers. Sat, 17 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/17/ava_kicks_off_weekend_festivities http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/17/ava_kicks_off_weekend_festivities In an effort to better serve Regions 1 and 2, collegiate and alumni members will now get to attend the Baltimore Regional Leadership Conference February 25-26. With many schools getting started for the Spring semester, it was determined by staff and volunteers that this was the best fit. The remainder of the sites and dates will be the same. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/16/baltimore_rlc_date_changed http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/16/baltimore_rlc_date_changed School is right around the bend, but that doesn't mean it has to be a complete drag. This is an opportunity to share with others your passion for Tau Kappa Epsilon. Whether you have been involved for one semester or four years, you can help secure its future and grow your chapter by having a good base of knowledge on how to get the best and brightest on your campus. Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/14/fall_recruitment_is_around_the_corner http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/14/fall_recruitment_is_around_the_corner At 84 degrees with a heat index well into the 90's, Fraters and staff from the Offices of the Grand Chapter went around the city of Indianapolis handing out water and fliers promoting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Tau Kappa Epsilon's primary philanthropic partner, the staff took time out to raise awareness about the great work being accomplished at St. Jude. Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/12/tke_staff_reaches_out_promotes_st_jude http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/12/tke_staff_reaches_out_promotes_st_jude INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Offices of the Grand Chapter are excited to announce the dates and locations for the 2011 Regional Leadership Conferences. Over the past four years, attendance at the Regional Leadership Conferences has increased dramatically. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/01/2011_rlc_dates_and_locations_selected http://www.tke.org/news/2010/07/01/2011_rlc_dates_and_locations_selected U.S. Senator Frater Robert Byrd (Alpha-Pi, George Washington Univ.) of West Virginia, a fiery orator versed in the classics and a hard-charging power broker who steered billions of federal dollars to the state of his Depression-era upbringing, died Monday. He was 92. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/06/28/frater_robert_byrd_passes_into_chapter_eternal http://www.tke.org/news/2010/06/28/frater_robert_byrd_passes_into_chapter_eternal