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The Badge of Sigma ChiThank you for taking the time to visit the Kappa Rho of Sigma Chi website. American University’s chapter of Sigma Chi now dates back more than 10 years when a small group of men decided to form an organization to better themselves and the community around them.

Since the time of our founding we have grown to over forty brothers, many of whom come from different walks of life, have varying interests and participate in many different activities. It is our different temperaments, talents and convictions that make us strong.

If you are a parent, an alumnus, a member of the AU Community, or are looking to join a Fraternity at American, there is information on this site for you, so please take some time and check it out! 

Regards,
Patrick Elwell, Consul of KP

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2.1.11 - Alpha Gamma Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Evan Anderson, Joseph Catania, Michael Childress, Zac Deibel, Cody Ragonese and Andrew Williamson.

9.27.11 - A Message from our Sweetheart

The Badge of Sigma Chi I am honored to be the sweetheart of the Kappa Rho chapter of Sigma Chi. The brothers are motivated men of character as well as true gentlemen. They are ambitious in their academic lives and careers, but they also know how to have a good time!

One of the characteristics that I most admire about the brothers of this chapter is that all the men have diverse interests, but they share the same values. These values are what makes their bond of brotherhood so strong and unique. I am so happy to be able to represent these men as well as call them some of my best friends!

Stephanie "Steph" Cap is a sophomore in the Beta Rho Chapter of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. She is studying International Studies and knows how to speak five languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Polish and Elvish.

9.4.11 - The First Ever Annual Brotherhood Camping Retreat

As always, this fall marked a new beginning for Kappa Rho. The members of the Class of 2011 are all off to bigger and better things in their professional lives, and the Class of 2012 has assumed the leadership role in the Chapter. In order to mark this new beginning, we took the chapter to Cedarville, Maryland for a weekend camping expidition. For the first time in a number of years, the entire Chapter packed their bags, said goodbye to the District and headed out for an entire weekend of Friendship, Justice and Learning.

During this time we participated in team-building activities in order to bring our Chapter closer, and orient ourselves in such a way that we would be ready to tackle any challenges that came our way. Having just been back at school for a week before the retreat, the weekend provided a good way for all the brothers to reconnect and find their place in the Chapter. We also conducted a thorough Chapter planning session, in which we outlined our mission statement, vision, and goals for the year. We came away with a detailed plan for the year to bolster alumni relations, scholarship, and our fundraising for the Huntsman Cancer Institute. The weekend was a huge success, leaving all the brothers in the right mindset to tackle the year. See below for some of the highlights from the trip!


4.17.11 - Election Results

Consul - Brother Patrick Elwell
Pro Consul - Brother Isaiah Joo
Annotator - Brother Joseph Rice
Quaestor - Brother Evan Skalski
Recruitment Chairman - Brother Kevin Shankar
Magister - Brother Aron Wiegand
Kustos - Brother Alejandro Sosa
Social Chairman - Brother Michael Rosenberg

Housing Corp - Brother Samuel Tift
Community Service Chairman - Pledge Brother Joseph Catania
Scholarship Chairman - Brother George Reynolds
Historian - Brother Joseph Lacey
Chapter Editor - Brother Andrew Eddington
Risk Management Foundation - Brother Sam Dean
Derby Days Chairman - Brother Bryan Gott

4.16.11 - Congratulations Alpha Beta Class!

On April 16th, 2011 the Kappa Rho Chapter of Sigma Chi initiated the Alpha Beta Class into our brotherhood. Congratulations Brothers Mike Dimino, Andrew Eddington, Nihal Krishan, Joe Lacey, Joe Macera , David Matera, Tim Nevins, Dan Posner, George Reynolds, Andre Sanchez-Montoya, Sean Segalla, and Kevin Shankar.

May you wear the White Cross worthily through life.

2.1.11 - Alpha Beta Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Mike Dimino, Andrew Eddington, Nihal Krishan, Joe Lacey, Joe Macera , David Matera, Tim Nevins, Dan Posner, George Reynolds, Andre Sanchez-Montoya, Sean Segalla, and Kevin Shankar.

12.5.10 - Election Results

Pro Consul - Brother Samuel Tift
Annotator - Brother Kyle Griffin
Recruitment Chairman - Brother Haven Bradley
Magister - Brother Geoff Malloy
Kustos - Brother Bryan Gott
Social Chairman - Brother Trey Dyer
Chapter Editor - Brother Ian Nyanin

Housing Corp - Brother Jack Offenhartz
Community Service Chairman - Brother Joseph Rice
Scholarship Chairman - Brother Kenyon Redfoot
Historian - Brother Josh Cooper
Chapter Editor - Brother Kyle Griffin
RMF - Pledge Brother Joseph Catania
Formal Chairman - Brother Jaim Coddington

10.03.10 - Sigma Chi Derby Days 2010: October 17th 2010 - October 23rd 2010

The Kappa Rho Chapter here at American University is proud to announce our 12th annual Derby Days. This year the theme will be "Kentucky Derby Days." Derby Days is the nationwide philanthropy of the Sigma Chi Fraternity to raise money for the Huntsman Cancer Foundation. The Huntsman Cancer Foundation is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and is one of the largest cancer research centers in the country.

This year Derby Days will include a "Ride the Bull Challenge," A-Capella Night, Z Burger Night, Field games and much more. The AU Community and public are strongly encouraged to compete for prizes in this week long event. If you would like more information or would like to donate please contact Patrick Elwell at (216) 926-7946, or just click the donate button below!

10.1.10 - Alpha Alpha Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Brandon Besash, Joey Catania, Matt Gleysteen, Ian Nyanin and Teddy Stephan.

9.19.10 - A Message from our Sweetheart

The Badge of Sigma ChiI might just be the luckiest girl on campus. As Sweetheart of the Kappa Rho chapter of Sigma Chi, I have the opportunity to represent a group of men who value strength of character, community service, and campus involvement to the highest degree. I am continually impressed by their ambition, spirit, and steadfast reputation.

The brothers of Kappa Rho have helped form many of my favorite collegiate memories, and I cannot think of a higher honor than to serve as their Sweetheart.

Hannah "Hanners" Rimar is a junior in the Eta Lambda chapter of Chi Omega. She serves as Vice President of Chi Omega's Executive Board, and previously held the position of Community Service Chair for the organization.

4.20.10 - Election Results

Consul - Brother Chris Scott
Pro Consul - Brother Nick Nebbling
Annotator - Brother Isaiah Joo
Recruitment - Brother Wes Haines
Magister - Brother Chris Grochowski
Kustos - Brother Joey Catania
Social - Brother Kenyon Redfood

Housing Corp - Brother Trey Dyer
Community Service - Brother Alejandro Sosa
Scholarship - Brother Jack Offenhartz
Historian - Brother Josh Cooper
Chapter Editor - Brother Kyle Griffin
RMF - Brother Ryan Keeley
Derby Days - Brother Pat Elwell

4.17.10 - Congratulations Alpha Beta Pledge Class!

On April 17th, 2010 the Kappa Rho Chapter of Sigma Chi initiated the Alpha Beta Class into our brotherhood. Congratulations Brothers Mike Dimino, Andrew Eddington, Nihal Krishan, Joe Lacey, Joe Macera , David Matera, Tim Nevins, Dan Posner, George Reynolds, Andre Sanchez-Montoya, Sean Segalla, and Kevin Shankar.

May you wear the White Cross worthily through life.

2.4.10 - Omega Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Haven Bradley, Joey Catania, Jaim Coddington, Josh Cooper, Bryan Gott, Kyle Griffin, Scott MacAllister, Jack Offenhartz, Joe Rice, Josh Riitano, and Alejandro Sosa.

12.14.09 - The Link for Fall 2009

12.5.09 - Election Results

Pro Consul - Brother Mike Levy
Annotator - Brother Ryan Keeley
Recruitment - Brother Garret Bonosky
Magister - Brother Bob Vitas
Kustos - Brother Brant Latiolais
Social - Brother Pat Elwell

Housing Corp - Brother Alan Yu
Community Service - Brother Sam Tift
Scholarship - Brother Sam Dean
Historian - Brother Kenyon Redfoot
Chapter Editor - Brother Aron Weigand
RMF - Brother Evan Skalski

12.4.09 - Congratulations Psi Class!

On December 4th, 2009 the Kappa Rho Chapter of Sigma Chi initiated the Psi Class into our brotherhood. Congratulations Brother Joey Catania, Brother Sam Dean, Brother Kaizad Irani, Brother Kenyon Redfoot, Brother Evan Skalski, Brother Ben Sonnenfeldt, Brother Pierre Vuarchex

May you wear the White Cross worthily through life.

12.1.09 - Derby Days 2009 Results!

I am proud to announce that the winner of Derby Days 2009 is Team Elwell! The winning team will each recieve a roundtrip airline voucher courtesy of JetBlue Airlines! With the help of the entire brotherhood and AU community we were able to raise an amazing $3,200 for the Huntsman Cancer Foundation.

I would like to thank the following contributors for their generous support: Sheila and Joe Flynn, Bonosky Family, Modrak Family, Jennifer Skopp, Grochowski Family, Keeley Family, and the countless other financial contributors. Thank You again for your support!

And a special thanks to Scott and Daly LLC.

9.24.09 - Sigma Chi Derby Days 2009: October 24th 2009 - October 31st 2009

The Kappa Rho Chapter here at American University is proud to announce our 11th annual Derby Days! This year the theme will be "Home Run Derby". Derby Days is the nationwide philanthropy of The Sigma Chi Fraternity to raise money for Huntsman Cancer Foundation. The Huntsman Cancer Foundation is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The foundation was started by Jon Huntsman, a Sigma Chi, and his wife Karen. By funding efforts to better understand the beginnings of cancer and more effectively treating it, the Huntsman Cancer Foundation will help relieve suffering and improve the quality of life for cancer patients, survivors and their families.

This year Derby Days will include a Broomball Night, Date Auction, A Cappella night, Z-Burger Night, Field Games and much more!
The AU community and public are strongly encouraged and invited to compete for prizes in this week long event. If you would like more information or would like to donate please contact Brother Christopher Grochowski at (609) 221-4915, or just click the donate button below.

9.24.09 - Psi Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Joey Catania, Sam Dean, Kaizad Irani, Kenyon Redfoot, Evan Skalski, Ben Sonnenfeldt, Pierre Vuarchex

9.10.09 - A Message from our Sweetheart

The Badge of Sigma ChiRepresenting the Kappa Rho chapter of Sigma Chi as their sweetheart is a great honor and privilege. These brothers show true values and determination that make them stand out from all other fraternities on campus.

The men of Kappa Rho show real character that is admirable. they are honest gentleman who take pride in their studies and reputation. I'm not just proud to represent them and wear their letters, but to be best friends with all of them as well. They have been a huge part in creating my most memorable moments at AU.

Chelsea "Chellers" Bodow is a junior in the Eta Lambda chapter of Chi Omega.
She serves as treasurer on the executive board for the American University sorority Panhellenic Association.

5.01.09 - Election Results

Consul - Brother Robby Soos
Pro Consul - Brother Tyler Miller
Annotator - Brother Chris Scott
Quaestor - Brother Brad Szabo
Recruitment - Brother Nick Nebbeling
Magister - Brother Gordie Thigpen
Kustos - Brother Garret Bonosky
Social - Brother Martin Lynch

Housing Corp - Brother Pat Elwell
Community Service - Brother Mitch Magbie
Scholarship - Brother Geoff Malloy
Historian - Brother Cliff Gallagher
Chapter Editor - Brother Mike Levy
RMF - Brother Eric Modrak
Derby Days - Brother Chris Grochowski

12.09.08 - Election Results

Pro Consul - Brother Andrew Engel
Annotator - Brother Caleb Enerson
Recruitment - Brother Geoff Malloy
Magister - Brother Robby Soos
Kustos - Brother Eric Shaffer
Social - Brother Nick Bavolar

Housing Corp - Brother Bill Fisher
Community Service - Brother Chris Grochowski
Scholarship - Brother Martin Lynch
Historian - Brother Chris Scott
Chapter Editor - Brother Andrew Yanker
RMF - Brother Ben Fieselmann

04.28.08 - Election Results

Consul - Brother Evan Self
Pro Consul - Brother Paul Gottuso
Annotator - Brother Brad Szabo
Quaestor - Brother Pat Mellon
Recruitment - Brother Joe Flynn
Magister - Brother Ryan Miskell
Kustos - Brother Bill Fisher
Social - Brother Wael Davis

Housing Corp - Brother Josh Levin
Community Service - Brother Eric Shaffer
Scholarship - Brother Gordie Thigpen
Historian - Brother Corey Schnieder
Chapter Editor - Brother Alex Miller
RMF - Brother Evan O'Brien
Derby Days - Brother James Worsdale

4.20.08 - Congratulations to the Upsilon class!

Kappa Rho congratulates the newly initiated brothers of the Upsilon class as well as Magister Chad Woodworth and Assistant Magister Brandon Szabo in their skillful leadership of these gentlemen.

2.10.08 - Upsilon Pledge Class

Congratulations to the following men who accepted their bids to pledge the Sigma Chi fraternity: Wael Davis, Matthew Fanelli, Jonathan Kraus, Geoff Malloy, Corey Schneider, and Gordie Thigpen.

2.06.08 - Website Maintenance & Migration

Everyone- as we are switching web hosts and adding additional features to our website, you may experience errors while browsing these pages. Please take note; we appreciate your patience.

1.29.08 - Open Rush 2: Thursday, January 31st

Sigma Chi is hosting its second open rush, so come out to Anderson 2U on campus between 6 and 8 PM this Thursday. Come on by, have a delicious sandwich by Potbelly and enjoy the company.

1.16.08 - Open Rush 1: Monday, January 21st

We will be hosting an open rush event at Kokopooli's Pool Hall in Adams Morgan, from 6:30 until 8:30; rides will be provided from the LA Quad.

1.05.08 - Rush Spring 2008

Friends of Sigma Chi–as you are well aware, the first semester of 2008 will be upon us in the coming weeks. With this, we will be holding events welcoming those of you who are interested in learning more about our fraternity. We encourage each and every one of you to come along and enjoy the company of our brothers. There will be food and refreshments at hand, and we welcome you to bring friends to join us as well. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!

Further information including dates, times, and locations can be had by clicking here or the Rush ΣΧ tab at the top of this page.

12.03.07 - Election Results

Pro Consul - Brother Ryan Miskell
Annotator - Brother Alex Miller
Recruitment - Brother Robby Soos
Magister - Brother Chad Woodworth
Kustos - Brother Evan Self
Social - Brother Devin Boilard

Housing Corp - Brother Evan O'Brien
Community Service - Brother Brandon Szabo
Scholarship - Brother Nathan Amer
Historian - Brother Patrick Minot
Chapter Editor - Brother Chris Melchiors
RMF - Brother Dave Brown

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