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Housing Secured for Beta Alpha Chapter at Missouri

Published on August 4, 2021 in News, WPN Housing

COLUMBIA, MISSOURI – After a year-long process, the Beta Alpha Chapter will be moving into their new on-campus location in the fall of 2021. The facility is one of the newest Greek houses at Missouri, being constructed in 2015 on Rollins Street in Columbia, Missouri. The first floor is equipped with multiple bedrooms, private bathrooms, […]

Our Founders

Published on June 28, 2021 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

Back Row (Left to Right) – Parsons, AO Fisher, McDaniels, Chapman, Ellis, GrannertFront Row (Left to Right) Hartrick, Hoback, Hoffman, McCune Written by CEO Emeritus Bill Bernier, Kent State Our Founders reunited at the 30th, 40th, and 50th anniversary Grand Conclaves. They maintained regular communication with each other and the Fraternity throughout their lives. Born […]

FROM THE SIGNET TO THE SAGA

Published on June 25, 2021 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

The expressed desire for a periodical journal predates the First Grand Conclave. A planning meeting for the First Grand Conclave was held at Emporia, KS in 1924. At the meeting, Ellsworth C. Dent, Emporia State, was elected Provisional Grand Editor.  In April 1925, Dent published The Signet. It was a 32-page 9” x 6” typeset journal […]

Communications Award Namesake Transitions to Honor Bernier Family Legacy

Published on April 28, 2021 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – Sigma Tau Gamma Headquarters is excited to announce the namesake of the national communication award is evolving. The E. Kennedy Whitesitt Communication Award, beginning in 2021, will now be the Bernier Family Communication Award. The Bernier family has cemented a legacy that will forever have an impact on Sig Tau.  Robert β€œBob” Bernier, […]

Women & Sig Tau

Published on May 11, 2020 in News, Foundation, WPN Housing

There have been many female trailblazers who have walked the halls of HQ, commanded stages at programs, led thoughtfully from Board tables, and compassionately guided and enlightened members through education. As we celebrate 100 years of Brotherhood, we remember the women who have played an integral part in the history of Sig Tau – from […]

Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity Board of Directors Postpones Grand Conclave Kansas City to 2022

Published on May 8, 2020 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – After nearly a month of continuous consultation with trusted partners, the local hospitality industry, and monitoring updates of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Fraternity Board of Directors has decided to postpone Grand Conclave Kansas City until summer 2022. The decision to fully postpone Grand Conclave Kansas City comes with a commitment to return […]

Grand Conclave Postponement Frequently Asked Questions

Published on May 8, 2020 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

A brotherhood message from the Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity Board of Directors was published announcing Grand Conclave Kansas City will be postponed to 2022. The Fraternity Board of Directors and Headquarters Staff have monitored the updates surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and how it has affected our brotherhood. Who made the decision to postpone Grand […]

Spring Break Safety & COVID-19

Published on March 4, 2020 in News, Press Releases, WPN Housing

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – From all of us here at Headquarters, we wish you a very safe and fun spring break! We encourage you to make this year’s spring break memorable by having fun and helping yourself, your friends, and others stay safe and healthy. In light of the recent developments surrounding Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), we […]

HQ Staff Transitions

Published on January 28, 2020 in News, Press Releases, WPN Housing

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – Sigma Tau Gamma announces the growth of the Fraternity Operations team through two Headquarters Staff transitions. Alex Hart, Nebraska at Kearney has transitioned from Recruitment & Growth Coordinator to Collegiate Services Coordinator; and Angel Gonzales, Washington State, has transitioned from Associate Director of WPN Housing Operations to Associate Director of Alumni Engagement. […]

More Than a House

Published on August 20, 2019 in News, WPN Housing

For many members of Sigma Tau Gamma, they can look back on their collegiate experience and attribute many of their favorite moments and fondest memories to times spent at the Fraternity house. To many, Sig Tau is not just a fraternity, and the Sig Tau house was not just a house – it’s home. Home […]

Sigma Tau Gamma Board of Directors Names Vanessa Ryan Chief Executive Officer

Published on January 10, 2019 in News, Press Releases, Foundation, WPN Housing

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2019 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – The Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity Board of Directors is pleased to announce Vanessa Ryan has been named Chief Executive Officer of Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity, Sigma Tau Gamma Foundation and the WPN National Housing Company. Ryan joined the Headquarters staff in August 2016, previously serving as […]