What a man does for others, not what they do for him, gives him immortality.
"Brotherhood is everything at the Alpha-Alpha Chapter. Whether kicking back on the weekends, attending our brothers' sporting events or club meetings, or having tough conversations, one aspect of our fraternity remains constant: a strong sense of commitment to each other."
"They help you to identify your values and reflect on your experience – to realize the type of man you are. The lessons I learned at Leadership Academy stay true and stayed with me, even now."
"...it's a one-stop-shop, and without that initial burst of information, it would just be a lot of time spent looking things up trying to find the right people and the right resources."
We understand university life can be a new and sometimes uncomfortable realm. Whether you are an incoming freshman all alone with no one to talk to or a junior needing a support network to help you transition into the next chapter of your life; with your commitment to our brotherhood we are committed to you and here to have your back no matter what.
As an member of Greek life your path has the potential to become clearer. In joining a chapter you will instantly gain access to alumni who will personally look out for you and be there to guide you.
As of summer 2021, there were 222 active TKE chapters with over 292,000 members, since it's conception. Upon joining Tau Kappa Epsilon every one of those members will immediately become connected to you with a very little degree of separation. Each one of those members took the same bond, pledged the same oath, and knows what brotherhood means.
You are welcomed into a family of men, who will stand beside you, support you, encourage you, and respect you. These men will become your brothers, friends, and mentors for the rest of your life. Joining a fraternity leads to lifelong relationships and unending support from your new brothers. This support system, family, and the common goals associated with it will ultimately lead to a greater sense of purpose and belonging than one can feel alone.
Some of the most valued friendships in your life come from individuals who have taken a similar path as you. These individuals may not always stay in your life but ultimately return or have such an impact that you are forever changed as a person. Joining a brotherhood such as Tau Kappa Epsilon establishes that common goal and interest almost immediately. Even amongst individuals twice your age, when they find out you are one of their brothers they immediately feel tied and bonded to you unlike any other person they might encounter.
Brotherhood is about sharpening one another through openness, accountability, and trust. Fostering true brotherhood is difficult and there are many obstacles along the way. However, within a fraternity, brotherhood is assumed as you might assume responsibility of a long-lost family member or friend. The immediate connection through brotherhood is a simple link in a futures long chain of trust and accountability that cannot be broken.
So many individuals today feel the only reason for higher education is to utilize it as a vehicle to drive towards a career path. College is an opportunity not just to further your career but also to grow mentally and socially for better interactions and a more fulfilling life. Greek life gives you the opportunity to add to that experience and make memories with like minded individuals that you will continue to cherish for life.
Leaving family and friends for the first time as a young adult can be daunting. You may spend the first few weeks at a new college trying to fit it. In the article "Homesickness and Adjustment Across the First Year of College" the authors found in a study that 94% of students reported experiencing homesickness at some point. Joining a fraternity will give you a sense of belonging. You will feel an instant bond and have an instant family on campus. Your home away from home.
The bond of brotherhood is unlike any other. In joining Tau Kappa Epsilon you will immediately become accepted as if you were a long-lost family member. In a short time your brothers will become a whole new family to you and confide in you like no one else on campus. The trust and confidence that is instilled in fraternal membership is unparalleled in any other group.
Brotherhood is being there for you no matter the situation. Friends come and go, acquaintances come and go, but brothers are those who are there for you not only for your best times but also your worst. Brotherhood is an experience that stretches across the nation and allows each brother to feel welcomed wherever they go. Whether it be personal, academic, job-related, or financial; These men are here for you!
Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity has aimed to continue the tradition of the Charles R. Walgreen Jr. TKE Leadership Academy by cultivating leaders, providing them with the tools and application of a solid life skills portfolio in a controlled environment. The National Founders, and their leadership styles, are shown as the prime examples to challenge the current process and inspire all members to have a shared vision for the future vitality of the Fraternity.
Only by developing a full understanding of attendees’ personal values, and the values of the Fraternity, can aspiring leaders truly begin the journey of leadership in TKE and beyond. Building better groups across TKE Nation begins with these men who take the time to develop their abilities.
Through a sequenced and balanced blend of workshops, small group discussions, outdoor activities and keynote speakers, each attendee is influenced at a personal level and will discover new boundaries mentally, morally and socially. The curriculum will take deeper looks at Scholarship, Character, Leadership, Teamwork, Service, and Brotherhood. By thinking critically and rising to lead us into our future, each Leadership Academy Teke will walk away more focused, dedicated, and having a new sense of the concept of fraternity. For more information and if you are a current Frater please visit https://www.tke.org/programs/leadership-academy
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