TKE.org News http://www.tke.org en-us Fraters Take to the Streets TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Fraters at Florida State University (Lambda-Iota) are gearing up for the annual dance marathon to benefit the children at Shands Memorial Hospital in Gainesville, FSU's College of Medicine and the Children's Miracle Network. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/25/fraters_take_to_the_streets http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/25/fraters_take_to_the_streets RLC Programming Set This year's Regional Leadership Conferences are expected to be better than ever. More Fraters than ever before have signed up, but you can still reserve your seat by registering today. Why does have more Tekes at these five locations matter? It's a unique opportunity to learn from each other, network and socialize with men you may not have met if not for the RLC. Find a location that best suits you and sign-up today. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/19/rlc_programming_set http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/19/rlc_programming_set Buckwheat Celebrates 40 Years of TKE Service INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - During the last four decades, Tau Kappa Epsilon has seen many terrific men become members in college and go on to prominence in their chosen profession. A select number of these men gained their prominence within the doors of International Headquarters. One has had such an influence on the continued success of TKE, he is idolized whenever his name comes up. The man - the myth - the legend - Dennis "Buckwheat" Perry. Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/12/buckwheat_celebrates_40_years_of_tke_service http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/12/buckwheat_celebrates_40_years_of_tke_service Happy Founders Day On a cold winter's night 113 years ago, five students determined to establish a new kind of fraternity, one that the world had never seen before. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/10/happy_founders_day http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/10/happy_founders_day Meet Fraters Aaron Rodgers & Graham Harrell GREEN BAY, Wisc. - In the 18th hour of the fifth day in 2012, two great men joined Tau Kappa Epsilon. Fraters Aaron Rodgers and Graham Harrell, both quarterbacks for the NFL's Green Bay Packers, were initiated into the Sigma-Xi Chapter at St. Norbert College. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/06/meet_fraters_aaron_rodgers__graham_harrell http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/06/meet_fraters_aaron_rodgers__graham_harrell Look Who's Going to the RLCs INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - With less than 96 hours remaining before the first RLC Deadline, the chapters below have taken advantage of the registration discount ($189/ person for a quad). Will your chapter be joining them? If you are still not sure why you should attend, take a look at the preview video. There are a number of high profile keynote speakers at each location - see for yourself. For more information go to tke.org/rlc. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/05/look_whos_going_to_the_rlcs http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/05/look_whos_going_to_the_rlcs Spring Reminders 2012 School will be getting started again very soon, if it hasn't already. The hustle and bustle of spring recruitment, red carnation balls and other activities will soon receive the most attention. To ensure you have a safe and fun end of the year, the Offices of the Grand Chapter want to keep you apprised of dates you need to mark down. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/04/spring_reminders http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/04/spring_reminders So Far, Amazing The 2011-12 school year has started with a bang. While we don't want anyone to rest on their laurels, it is good to step back and celebrate the successes. From recruitment to service and beyond, you have taken Better Men for a Better World to heart through your efforts. It truly is an amazing time to be a Teke. Don't take our word for it, take a look at the stats. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/03/so_far_amazing http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/03/so_far_amazing You Have 60 Seconds The first semester is complete. Whether you had the worst recruitment or the best, spring is not the time to rest. Think of it this way - When you get an 'A' on a mid-term exam, do you stop studying the rest of the semester? After you win a football game, do you stop practicing the rest of the season? Of course not, and you shouldn't stop recruiting either. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/03/you_have_60_seconds http://www.tke.org/news/2012/01/03/you_have_60_seconds TKE Mourns the Passing of Frater Jack Price Today, our thoughts are with the men of Upsilon-Iota Chapter (IUPUI) as they work through the emotions of losing their faculty advisor Frater Jack Price. Tue, 27 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/27/tke_mourns_the_passing_of_frater_jack_price http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/27/tke_mourns_the_passing_of_frater_jack_price TKE Names New Chief Financial Officer INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - The Chief Executive Officer of Tau Kappa Epsilon, Frater Steven A. Ramos, is proud to announce the appointment of Thomas Carter as the Fraternity's Chief Financial Officer. Carter will serve as TKE's Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and direct all financial matters of the organization. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/20/tke_names_new_chief_financial_officer http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/20/tke_names_new_chief_financial_officer Frater Named President and CEO of Home Builders Institute WASHINGTON, D.C. - Frater John A. Courson (Alpha-Epsilon, Monmouth College), an established housing industry executive who most recently served as the president and chief executive officer of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), has been tapped to become the new president and chief executive officer of the Home Builders Institute (HBI). Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/14/frater_named_president_and_ceo_of_home_builders_institute http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/14/frater_named_president_and_ceo_of_home_builders_institute Get Your Chapter House Ready for Winter Break It's the most wonderful time of the year. Finals are coming to a close and you are escaping the worries of school to head home for the holidays. You are leaving, in most cases, for a month - away from the chapter house that you have called home for more than a semester now. You want to make sure when you return, it is exactly the way you left it - right? There are some things to do before you leave to ensure the chapter house, whether in a cold environment or not, is safe during the holidays. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/13/get_your_chapter_house_ready_for_winter_break http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/13/get_your_chapter_house_ready_for_winter_break 5 Things You Need to Survive Winter Winter storms and extreme cold have given a headache to many in the Midwest and East Coast of the United States this weekend. More than a nuisance, these could be the cause of your death, no matter how much water and food you store for emergencies. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/12/5_things_you_need http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/12/5_things_you_need TKE Shines at Star Awards INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Tau Kappa Epsilon earned two awards at the annual Indiana Society of Association Executives Star Awards Thursday evening. The recognition comes as a direct result of the collective efforts in the TKE Nation. Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/10/tke_shines_at_star_awards http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/10/tke_shines_at_star_awards Good Luck on Finals, Fraters Final exams are stressful for many students-and it's obvious why. Finals are designed to allow students the opportunity to demonstrate how much information they have retained from an entire semester. Every subject is a little bit different, so you should design your study skills around each particular exam. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/09/good_luck_on_finals_fraters http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/09/good_luck_on_finals_fraters The Gift that Keeps on Giving As we enter the holiday season, trying to find a unique gift gets harder and harder. For Tekes, however, there is a present which can affect you for a lifetime. The Regional Leadership Conferences offer each Frater the opportunity to interact with high profile Fraters as well as men from across the TKE Nation. You will take away many skills and provide yourself opportunities that last well beyond your college days. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/08/the_gift_that_keeps_on_giving http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/08/the_gift_that_keeps_on_giving When Finals End, Celebrate Safely There is a lot of stress that comes with final exams. When they are finally over, you want to blow off steam by throwing or attending a social event. TKE understands this, but wants to be sure both you and your guests are safe so everyone can have a good time. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/07/when_finals_end_celebrate_safely http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/07/when_finals_end_celebrate_safely What is the Code of Conduct? You recently received a letter from the TKE and one from GreekBill requesting your signature on the TKE Code of Conduct. The TKE Code of Conduct is an annual review that includes the TKE Member Terms and Conditions, Risk Management Guidelines and Alcohol Guidelines. It is important that you read and electronically sign each. If you have questions or concerns contact Greek Bill ("live chat" in the lower righthand side of their site or by calling 1-800-457-3816). Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/05/what_is_the_code_of_conduct http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/05/what_is_the_code_of_conduct Give a Gift with Angelwish What is your favorite holiday memory? Is it the gift that you always wanted finally in your hands? Is it the smile you saw on the face of a loved one who you gave a special gift? You have the opportunity to give a child in need near you a gift to brighten their holiday from the comfort of your own home. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/02/give_a_gift_with_angelwish http://www.tke.org/news/2011/12/02/give_a_gift_with_angelwish