catechisms Flashcards
(17 cards)
When was the fraternity founded
Tuesday January 10 1899
What was the original name of the fraternity
The knights of classic lore
Where was the fraternity founded
Illinois Wesleyan university Bloomington Illinois
Who were the founders of the fraternity
Joseph l settles owen I truitt James c McNutt Clarence a Mayer and c Roy Atkinson
When and how did TKE become a national fraternity
Tau kappa epsilon became a national fraternity in 1909 when beta chapter was chartered at James Millikin University in Decataur Illinois
Where is the third chapter located
Gamma chapter is located at the university of Illinois, champagne Illinois and was installed in 1912
What is the significance attached to the location of the first 3 chapters
Alpha, beta, and gamma chapters form an equilateral triangle which is the chief geometric symbol of Tau Kappa Epsilon
Who were the national founders
Lester H Martin, LW Tuesberg, William L Wilson, and Wallace G McCauley were institutional in the nationalization of Tau Kappa Epsilon and are known as the national founders
What is the supreme governing body of the fraternity
The grand chapter, which is composed of student and alumni delegates, and the eight grand officers
What are the colors of the fraternity
Cherry and grey
What is the official flower of the fraternity
The red carnation
What is the official jewel of the fraternity
The white pearl
What is the mythological ideal of the fraternity
Apollo
What forms are used in corresponding with members of the fraternity
The letter begins with dear frater and closes with yours in the bond
Who are the expansion leaders
Dr RC Williams, Leland F Leland, James C Logan, and Frank B Scott were most responsible for the growth of tau kappa epsilon following world war 2 and are known as the expansion leaders
Where is international headquarters
8645 founders road, Indianapolis, Indiana, 45268
What advantages do members gain by attending a fraternity conclave?
I’m addition to the chance to participate in the democratic process of the fraternity and elect new members of the grand council, members gain excellent fraternity leadership training while enjoying the fellowship and friendship of fraternity with members from across the continent
