Sigma Chi at the University of Dayton
Founded at the University of Dayton in 1988, the Iota Theta (IΘ) Chapter of the Sigma Chi (ΣΧ) Fraternity boasts over 600 accomplished alumni who can be found all over the world in many different fields of endeavor. The Iota Theta Chapter of Sigma Chi has been in continuous operation longer than any other fraternity on campus. The ΣΧ chapter house at 461 Kiefaber is the university’s first and only house built specifically for a fraternity. The Brothers of Sigma Chi at the University of Dayton have distinguished themselves as men dedicated to the service of their university, their community, and their country through devotion to the principles of Sigma Chi.
The University of Dayton's first and only purpose-built fraternity house - 461 Kiefaber
What is Sigma Chi?
Sigma Chi (ΣΧ) is one of the oldest and the largest college Greek-letter secret and social fraternities in North America with 240 active chapters and more than 300,000 initiates. Sigma Chi is a brotherhood with roots in the collegiate experience that engenders a lifelong commitment to strive to achieve true friendship, equal justice and the fulfillment of learning as part of our overall responsibilities to the broader communities in which we live.
We achieve these ideals through the practice of character qualities embodied in our Ritual, and continuously reaffirm our purpose through the observance of Sigma Chi’s Governing Laws and through adherence to the decisions of our legislative assemblies, which empower and direct our leadership.
In addition to its 240 undergraduate chapters and 133 alumni chapters, Sigma Chi is comprised of four operational entities: the Sigma Chi Fraternity, the Sigma Chi Foundation, the Risk Management Foundation and Constantine Capital Inc.
Fundamental Purpose
The fundamental purpose of the Sigma Chi Fraternity is the cultivation, maintenance and accomplishment of the ideals of friendship, justice and learning within our membership.
Sigma Chi Fraternity best serves its purpose by developing, implementing and monitoring programs that foster leadership, build character and promote positive relationship skills which, in turn, enable our members to become productive and caring participants in their families, colleges and communities.
Core Values, Vision and Mission
Sigma Chi’s core values are friendship, justice and learning. Our vision is to become the preeminent collegiate leadership development organization—aligned, focused and living our core values. Our mission is to develop values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community.
