http://www.tke.org en-us Frater Mark Sterner (Tau-Mu, Johnson & Wales Univ.), who killed three of his fraternity brothers in a 1994 drunk-driving car accident, encouraged members of Middle Tennessee State University's Greek community to refrain from driving under the influence during a speech last week. Sterner travels to campuses around the country talking about his experience. If you would like to have him at your university, contact CampusSpeak and TKE for a grant to help bring him in. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/11/frater_continues_to_make_an_impact http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/11/frater_continues_to_make_an_impact On January 2nd, 1925, one of the most influential and charitable Fraters in TKE's history joined this organization. His birthday, March 4th, is celebrated this year with the lasting legacy he has made. The aptly named Charles R. Walgreen, Jr. TKE Leadership Academy is gearing up for another impactful year (with applications due March 15) - yet none of this would be available without his consistent and lasting support. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/04/birthday_of_a_legend_his_academy_team_announced http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/04/birthday_of_a_legend_his_academy_team_announced The Alzheimer's Association (a preferred philanthropy of TKE) is holding a candlelight vigil in Washington, D.C. this weekend. On the evening of Sunday, March 7, 2010, hundreds of candles will flicker in support of the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Please join them on steps of the Lincoln Memorial for the Candlelight Tribute Rally. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/03/help_the_fight_against_alzheimers http://www.tke.org/news/2010/03/03/help_the_fight_against_alzheimers Tau Kappa Epsilon is proud to announce a new partnership with National Car Rental and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. These companies are now the preferred rental car outlets for the entire TKE Nation. Rates will be discounted and a free enrollment in the two companies Frequent Renter Programs are included. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/23/its_a_great_day http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/23/its_a_great_day Crews have begun work on the new TKE Headquarters located at 7439 Woodland Drive in Indianapolis. Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/19/and_the_demolition_begins http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/19/and_the_demolition_begins Beginning the renovations of the new TKE Headquarters, signs were erected on the side of the building and the road leading into the facility. The red illuminating TKE sign sits atop the silver glass panes viewable from the Indiana interstate highway 465. The second sign was built at the front of the building as you drive up. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/16/enhancements_to_new_headquarters_begin http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/16/enhancements_to_new_headquarters_begin You had a great fall recruitment, so why should you spend any time in the spring to gather more members? The big reason is: No one else is. Often if you are not on deferred recruitment, some of the best and brightest wait around until the spring to look at Greek Life. This allows them to adjust to college life and then look at extracurricular activities. You can find men who desire to build a better world just like you. So what are you waiting for? Get started. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/15/spring_recruitment_is_your_time http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/15/spring_recruitment_is_your_time Former Ambassador and Frater Ryan C. Crocker (Alpha-Theta, Whitman College) has been appointed dean of Texas A&M University's George Bush School of Government and Public Service, effective January 25. Most recently, Crocker served as U.S. ambassador to Iraq from 2007 to 2009. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/10/frater_ryan_crocker_named_dean http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/10/frater_ryan_crocker_named_dean In 2008, your chapter may have received a postcard from the Internal Revenue Service explaining a change that will affect your chapter or colony. Board members or other Fraters may have also read very confusing language about this change in who needs to file tax forms. In this story, you will find a simple explanation of what the changes are, who they apply to and what the future holds for this new tax law. Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/08/tax_law_and_your_chapter http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/08/tax_law_and_your_chapter A record 229 Fraters drove from around the TKE Nation to Indianapolis for the first of five Regional Leadership Conferences. The attendance was the second largest in history, only St. Louis in 2004 beat that number with 249 members. Learning and networking with fellow Fraters representing Region 2 (South) and 3 (Midwest), the buzz around the Circle City was deafening. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/03/rlc_season_starts http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/03/rlc_season_starts When reviewing the revenue history of the Foundation since TKE was founded in 1899, Tekes have contributed more than $16 Million to the TKE Educational Foundation. These gifts have been received since the Foundation began in 1959. However, 30% of these dollars have been given within the last five years. This means that Tekes contributed $11.2 Million over the first forty years between 1959 and 2004. From 2005 - 2009, Tekes have contributed nearly $5 Million! Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/02/tke_educational_foundation http://www.tke.org/news/2010/02/02/tke_educational_foundation For the first time in franchise history, the New Orleans Saints are heading to the Super Bowl to square off against the Indianapolis Colts. Over the Public Address system at the Superdome in New Orleans, fans heard Frater Jerry Romig (Grand Chapter) announce, "Ain't this beautiful? The Saints are going to the Super Bowl." Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/26/saints_colts_connections_heading_to_super_bowl http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/26/saints_colts_connections_heading_to_super_bowl The devastation in Haiti, after one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the island since 1770, has been immense. The quake (7.0 on the Richter Scale) struck at about 5PM on January 12th and some three million people were in need of emergency care, not to mention those that were hurt because of the two aftershocks that reached 5.9 and 4.2 on the Richter Scale. Tekes now have a way to help the relief efforts through the partnership with Angelwish. Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/22/fraters_seek_way_to_help_haitians http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/22/fraters_seek_way_to_help_haitians The 2010 TKE Educational Foundation Scholarship Applications are online. Be sure to submit your information by February 15, 2010. Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/21/tke_scholarship_application_online http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/21/tke_scholarship_application_online Nominations for the 2010 TKE International Sweetheart are now being accepted. Only 55 women have received this high honor and you can add your sweetheart to this select group by applying today. This woman will represent the organization at conferences, receive a scholarship, and be recognized by media, school officials and more. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/20/is_your_chapter_sweetheart_ready_to_represent_the_tke_nation http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/20/is_your_chapter_sweetheart_ready_to_represent_the_tke_nation The Offices of the Grand Chapter is sad to announce the sudden passing of Frater Preston Frank Sanders, CFC. Frater Sanders passed away on January 18 in Georgia. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/19/tke_mourns_the_passing_preston_frank_sanders http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/19/tke_mourns_the_passing_preston_frank_sanders Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a United States holiday marking the birth date of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., observed on the third Monday of January each year, around the time of King's birthday, January 15. It is one of four United States federal holidays to commemorate an individual person. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/18/the_history_of_mlk_day http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/18/the_history_of_mlk_day The Offices of the Grand Chapter is happy to announce some transitions in the Chapter Services department of TKE. The first of these is the appointment of Frater Todd Farmer (Xi-Theta, Univ. of West Georgia) to Senior Regional Director of the West. This expansive region that stretches from Hawaii to Missouri will benefit from the excellent leadership and expertise of Frater Todd as he moves into this role this summer. Farmer has served on the TKE Professional Staff since 1992 and Region 1 Director since 2002. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/18/frater_todd_farmer_takes_on_new_challenge http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/18/frater_todd_farmer_takes_on_new_challenge Do you desire to help the TKE Nation in a much bigger way than ever before? Are exceptionally passionate about this Fraternity? Do you want to help build better men to build a better world? If you answered yes to these questions, the Offices of the Grand Chapter may have an opportunity made for you. This spring positions need to be filled to complete the TKE Professional Staff in the upcoming fiscal year. If you feel like you have what it takes, We Want You to apply! Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/13/opportunities_available http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/13/opportunities_available How cool would it be to see hundreds of Tekes at Walt Disney World or Disneyland? There is an opportunity to do just this by signing up for Disney's latest Promotion - Give a Day, Get a Disney Day. Even if you live or are at school far away from either of these theme parks, this would be a great road trip in the summer or for Spring Break. In addition, you would be helping out great causes and giving back, something central to being a Frater in TKE. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/11/give_a_day_get_something http://www.tke.org/news/2010/01/11/give_a_day_get_something