Category Archives: Sigma Nu

A Fraternity of Firsts – Heth Aleph Re at Tufts University

My thanks to Charlie Trantanella, Sigma Nu,  for this contribution. A graduate of Tufts University and the University of Arizona, he is currently writing a book entitled “Brown and Blue and Greek: A history of fraternities, sororities, and early student … Continue reading

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December 24 Through January 2 – A Busy Time in Fraternity and Sorority History

It’s hard for today’s collegians to contemplate spending December 24 through January 2 on campus. Most higher education institutions shut down for the holiday week. However, that week has been a significant one in the history of Greek-letter organizations. Delta … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday AFA and a Belated Birthday Greeting to NIC!

The Association of Fraternity Advisors (AFA) was founded on December 1, 1976. The momentous occasion took place in Williamsburg, Virginia,  during the 1976 Bicentennial gathering of the National Interfraternity Conference. AFA began with 35 members.  AFA offers professional growth and … Continue reading

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Lombard College – Where Alpha Xi Delta was Founded

Lombard College in Galesburg, Illinois is where Alpha Xi Delta was founded in 1893. It’s also one of those colleges that no longer exist, but its legacy is intertwined with Knox College, also located in Galesburg. Coeducational from its beginning, … Continue reading

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