Sigma Phi Epsilon House Fund

The Delta Lambda chapter of Zeta Beta Tau has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2023 Buddy Messing Award for Most Outstanding Individual Brother (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2023 Joseph E. Glazer Award for Excellence in Philanthropy
• 2023 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming
• 2023 - Recipient of largest ZBT Foundation Scholarship awarded ($17,500 to Corey Pevitz ’24)
• 2022 Phil Goodman Award for Outstanding Campus Leader (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2021 Brummer Cup Champions for Most Outstanding ZBT Chapter
• 2021 Risk Management and Best Educational Program Awards
• 2020 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming

Additionally, ZBT has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Outstanding Chapter Operations
• 2023 Outstanding Chapter President (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2023 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2023 Emerging Male Leader (Ethan Panganiban ’25)
• 2022 Excellence in Community Service
• 2022 Excellence in Chapter Education and Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Program (Wellness Fair)
• 2021 Emerging Male Leader (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Jake McLean)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Program (Antisemitism Awareness Event)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter President (Rodolfo Garcia ’21)

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ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

ZBT hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

There are clear benefits to ZBT, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside at the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

Monmouth College sororities now have their own houses, with 15 or less women living in them. They have larger active members than the four fraternities.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the 2^nd floor and will sleep 7 brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

The attached garage will be renovated into a space for ritual activities, meetings, special events and for hosting backyard recruiting and other chapter activities.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while ZBT funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. After a successful presidential search, Monmouth College is welcoming Dr. Patricia Draves in July 2024. It is expected she will share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

Yes. The ZBT chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 903 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”.

The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house will be east of ours, down Broadway.

Yes. The SigEp’s are engaged in a campaign to raise funds to renovate a house on Broadway, as well.

We are very fortunate to have Molie Harrod ’07, MNA, Senior Development Officer as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office staff. Mollie not only graduated from Monmouth College but has been working in the office since 2016 and she has a Masters in Nonprofit Administration with a focus in fundraising. Mollie and her colleagues can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the House, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Mollie directly at mharrod@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link (https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/zbt-house-fund/).

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Yes, but only to support the Endowed Maintenance fund. You can learn more about estate and gift planning on the Monmouth College website (http://www.monmouthcollege.edu.giftplans.org).

Brothers and friends of ZBT can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the ZBT House Fund.

Doc Kieft was our advisor for 25 years, half the life of the chapter! His legacy is important to many of us. The Delta Lambda House Fund Steering Committee is open to discuss ideas of honoring Doc. If you would like a room named in his honor, please reach out to a committee member or Mollie Harrod.

The Complex – originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan – would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 903 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, and enjoyed being part of its 50 years, we have not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since 1988. This new home for ZBT will have curb appeal, be a high-profile location and will be part of the developing Greek Row. A major improvement over the old Fraternity Complex.

For the House, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, bathroom and community spaces on the first floor and the updates of a bathroom, laundry area and four bedrooms on the second floor. Landscaping will be completed, as well as new sidewalks, handicapped access, and sprinkler/alarm systems. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The attached garage will also receive updates including HVAC and electrical. Once finished it will become the new chapter room for ZBT.

We are actively fundraising an additional $300,000 to establish an endowed maintenance fund that will ensure the longevity and maintenance of the house. The chapter must stay in good standing with ZBT’s national chapter and Monmouth College.

The campaign goal is to raise over $480,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowment maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The Delta Lambda chapter of ZBT will be moving to a College owned house at 903 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in an apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of ZBT are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and attached garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity and displaying our rich history. The Steering Committee, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024.

The Illinois Gamma chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2022 Frank J. Ruck Leadership Award (Elijah Lind ’23)
• 2021Pay it Forward Grant
• 2020 Excelsior Award – Standards and Accountability

Additionally, SigEp has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Academic Excellence Award
• 2022 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Steve Distin ’08)

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SigEp does not necessarily have a “pledge period,” as the national fraternity employs single-tier membership. New members have the same rights and responsibilities as all other members once they join. There are development classes, with the first one being Sigma. This is where they learn about some of the history of SigEp and the expectations of being a member. This lasts anywhere from a semester to a semester and a half.

SigEp hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. The College is in the final stages of the Presidential search and a new President will be expected to share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

There are clear benefits to Illinois Gamma, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside in the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the second floor and will sleep six (6) brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while Illinois Gamma funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The SigEp Chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 815 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”. The second structure on the property was also an attractive option for the Chapter, as that space will be remodeled to create a ritual and meeting space for events. There will also be a parking area in the rear of the property, and along Broadway.

The Zeta Beta Tau fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house be at 903 E. Broadway.

We are very fortunate to have Gena Alcorn ’88, CFRE, AVP for Development and Legacy Giving as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office. Gena is an alumnae member of Alpha Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma, and she was closely involved in KKG’s fundraising campaign for their house on Broadway several years ago. Gena and her staff can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the house or annex, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Gena directly at galcorn@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link: https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/sig-ep-house-fund/

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. The goal of the Steering Committee it to reach this goal by Illinois Gamma’s Founder’s Day on May 22, if not sooner! Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Brothers and friends of Illinois Gamma Chapter can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the SigEp House Fund. All contributors to the chapter house project will have their names included on the Donor Wall inside the house.

For the house, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new roof, windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, library, study area, bathrooms, laundry area, and bedrooms are planned; as well as installation of a sprinkler system. Landscaping will be completed; as well as new sidewalks, and handicapped access. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The chapter annex building will receive new siding, doors, flooring, interior walls and ceiling, and complete HVAC and electrical service.

The campaign goal is to raise over $450,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowed maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The “Complex” was originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan; it would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 815 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, Illinois Gamma has not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since the 1960s. Interestingly, the Chapter will have come full circle with this move: the first house was on Broadway. The curb appeal of the new home and its high-profile location – along a developing Greek Row – will be a major improvement over the Fraternity Complex.

Illinois Gamma Chapter will be moving to a College owned house at 815 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in a College owned apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of Illinois Gamma are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and annex/garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity, and displaying the Chapter’s rich history. The Steering Committee, Advisory Council, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024 – the 75^th year for Illinois Gamma.

The Delta Lambda chapter of Zeta Beta Tau has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2023 Buddy Messing Award for Most Outstanding Individual Brother (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2023 Joseph E. Glazer Award for Excellence in Philanthropy
• 2023 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming
• 2023 - Recipient of largest ZBT Foundation Scholarship awarded ($17,500 to Corey Pevitz ’24)
• 2022 Phil Goodman Award for Outstanding Campus Leader (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2021 Brummer Cup Champions for Most Outstanding ZBT Chapter
• 2021 Risk Management and Best Educational Program Awards
• 2020 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming

Additionally, ZBT has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Outstanding Chapter Operations
• 2023 Outstanding Chapter President (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2023 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2023 Emerging Male Leader (Ethan Panganiban ’25)
• 2022 Excellence in Community Service
• 2022 Excellence in Chapter Education and Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Program (Wellness Fair)
• 2021 Emerging Male Leader (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Jake McLean)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Program (Antisemitism Awareness Event)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter President (Rodolfo Garcia ’21)

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ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

ZBT hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

There are clear benefits to ZBT, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside at the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

Monmouth College sororities now have their own houses, with 15 or less women living in them. They have larger active members than the four fraternities.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the 2^nd floor and will sleep 7 brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

The attached garage will be renovated into a space for ritual activities, meetings, special events and for hosting backyard recruiting and other chapter activities.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while ZBT funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. After a successful presidential search, Monmouth College is welcoming Dr. Patricia Draves in July 2024. It is expected she will share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

Yes. The ZBT chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 903 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”.

The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house will be east of ours, down Broadway.

Yes. The SigEp’s are engaged in a campaign to raise funds to renovate a house on Broadway, as well.

We are very fortunate to have Molie Harrod ’07, MNA, Senior Development Officer as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office staff. Mollie not only graduated from Monmouth College but has been working in the office since 2016 and she has a Masters in Nonprofit Administration with a focus in fundraising. Mollie and her colleagues can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the House, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Mollie directly at mharrod@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link (https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/zbt-house-fund/).

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Yes, but only to support the Endowed Maintenance fund. You can learn more about estate and gift planning on the Monmouth College website (http://www.monmouthcollege.edu.giftplans.org).

Brothers and friends of ZBT can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the ZBT House Fund.

Doc Kieft was our advisor for 25 years, half the life of the chapter! His legacy is important to many of us. The Delta Lambda House Fund Steering Committee is open to discuss ideas of honoring Doc. If you would like a room named in his honor, please reach out to a committee member or Mollie Harrod.

The Complex – originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan – would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 903 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, and enjoyed being part of its 50 years, we have not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since 1988. This new home for ZBT will have curb appeal, be a high-profile location and will be part of the developing Greek Row. A major improvement over the old Fraternity Complex.

For the House, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, bathroom and community spaces on the first floor and the updates of a bathroom, laundry area and four bedrooms on the second floor. Landscaping will be completed, as well as new sidewalks, handicapped access, and sprinkler/alarm systems. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The attached garage will also receive updates including HVAC and electrical. Once finished it will become the new chapter room for ZBT.

We are actively fundraising an additional $300,000 to establish an endowed maintenance fund that will ensure the longevity and maintenance of the house. The chapter must stay in good standing with ZBT’s national chapter and Monmouth College.

The campaign goal is to raise over $480,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowment maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The Delta Lambda chapter of ZBT will be moving to a College owned house at 903 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in an apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of ZBT are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and attached garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity and displaying our rich history. The Steering Committee, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024.

The Illinois Gamma chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2022 Frank J. Ruck Leadership Award (Elijah Lind ’23)
• 2021Pay it Forward Grant
• 2020 Excelsior Award – Standards and Accountability

Additionally, SigEp has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Academic Excellence Award
• 2022 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Steve Distin ’08)

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SigEp does not necessarily have a “pledge period,” as the national fraternity employs single-tier membership. New members have the same rights and responsibilities as all other members once they join. There are development classes, with the first one being Sigma. This is where they learn about some of the history of SigEp and the expectations of being a member. This lasts anywhere from a semester to a semester and a half.

SigEp hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. The College is in the final stages of the Presidential search and a new President will be expected to share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

There are clear benefits to Illinois Gamma, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside in the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the second floor and will sleep six (6) brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while Illinois Gamma funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The SigEp Chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 815 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”. The second structure on the property was also an attractive option for the Chapter, as that space will be remodeled to create a ritual and meeting space for events. There will also be a parking area in the rear of the property, and along Broadway.

The Zeta Beta Tau fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house be at 903 E. Broadway.

We are very fortunate to have Gena Alcorn ’88, CFRE, AVP for Development and Legacy Giving as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office. Gena is an alumnae member of Alpha Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma, and she was closely involved in KKG’s fundraising campaign for their house on Broadway several years ago. Gena and her staff can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the house or annex, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Gena directly at galcorn@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link: https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/sig-ep-house-fund/

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. The goal of the Steering Committee it to reach this goal by Illinois Gamma’s Founder’s Day on May 22, if not sooner! Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Brothers and friends of Illinois Gamma Chapter can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the SigEp House Fund. All contributors to the chapter house project will have their names included on the Donor Wall inside the house.

For the house, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new roof, windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, library, study area, bathrooms, laundry area, and bedrooms are planned; as well as installation of a sprinkler system. Landscaping will be completed; as well as new sidewalks, and handicapped access. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The chapter annex building will receive new siding, doors, flooring, interior walls and ceiling, and complete HVAC and electrical service.

The campaign goal is to raise over $450,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowed maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The “Complex” was originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan; it would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 815 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, Illinois Gamma has not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since the 1960s. Interestingly, the Chapter will have come full circle with this move: the first house was on Broadway. The curb appeal of the new home and its high-profile location – along a developing Greek Row – will be a major improvement over the Fraternity Complex.

Illinois Gamma Chapter will be moving to a College owned house at 815 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in a College owned apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of Illinois Gamma are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and annex/garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity, and displaying the Chapter’s rich history. The Steering Committee, Advisory Council, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024 – the 75^th year for Illinois Gamma.

The Delta Lambda chapter of Zeta Beta Tau has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2023 Buddy Messing Award for Most Outstanding Individual Brother (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2023 Joseph E. Glazer Award for Excellence in Philanthropy
• 2023 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming
• 2023 - Recipient of largest ZBT Foundation Scholarship awarded ($17,500 to Corey Pevitz ’24)
• 2022 Phil Goodman Award for Outstanding Campus Leader (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2021 Brummer Cup Champions for Most Outstanding ZBT Chapter
• 2021 Risk Management and Best Educational Program Awards
• 2020 Lee Dover Award for Outstanding General Chapter Programming

Additionally, ZBT has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Outstanding Chapter Operations
• 2023 Outstanding Chapter President (Owen Davies ’23)
• 2023 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2023 Emerging Male Leader (Ethan Panganiban ’25)
• 2022 Excellence in Community Service
• 2022 Excellence in Chapter Education and Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Program (Wellness Fair)
• 2021 Emerging Male Leader (Jake Rathgeb ’23)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Jake McLean)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter Program (Antisemitism Awareness Event)
• 2021 Outstanding Chapter President (Rodolfo Garcia ’21)

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ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

ZBT hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

ZBT does not have a “pledge period.” Initiation takes place almost immediately after bids have been distributed and accepted, typically within a 72-hour timeframe. Once initiated, new members have the same rights and privileges as all other brothers.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

There are clear benefits to ZBT, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside at the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

Monmouth College sororities now have their own houses, with 15 or less women living in them. They have larger active members than the four fraternities.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the 2^nd floor and will sleep 7 brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

The attached garage will be renovated into a space for ritual activities, meetings, special events and for hosting backyard recruiting and other chapter activities.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while ZBT funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. After a successful presidential search, Monmouth College is welcoming Dr. Patricia Draves in July 2024. It is expected she will share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

Yes. The ZBT chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 903 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”.

The Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house will be east of ours, down Broadway.

Yes. The SigEp’s are engaged in a campaign to raise funds to renovate a house on Broadway, as well.

We are very fortunate to have Molie Harrod ’07, MNA, Senior Development Officer as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office staff. Mollie not only graduated from Monmouth College but has been working in the office since 2016 and she has a Masters in Nonprofit Administration with a focus in fundraising. Mollie and her colleagues can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the House, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Mollie directly at mharrod@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link (https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/zbt-house-fund/).

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Yes, but only to support the Endowed Maintenance fund. You can learn more about estate and gift planning on the Monmouth College website (http://www.monmouthcollege.edu.giftplans.org).

Brothers and friends of ZBT can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the ZBT House Fund.

Doc Kieft was our advisor for 25 years, half the life of the chapter! His legacy is important to many of us. The Delta Lambda House Fund Steering Committee is open to discuss ideas of honoring Doc. If you would like a room named in his honor, please reach out to a committee member or Mollie Harrod.

The Complex – originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan – would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 903 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, and enjoyed being part of its 50 years, we have not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since 1988. This new home for ZBT will have curb appeal, be a high-profile location and will be part of the developing Greek Row. A major improvement over the old Fraternity Complex.

For the House, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, bathroom and community spaces on the first floor and the updates of a bathroom, laundry area and four bedrooms on the second floor. Landscaping will be completed, as well as new sidewalks, handicapped access, and sprinkler/alarm systems. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The attached garage will also receive updates including HVAC and electrical. Once finished it will become the new chapter room for ZBT.

We are actively fundraising an additional $300,000 to establish an endowed maintenance fund that will ensure the longevity and maintenance of the house. The chapter must stay in good standing with ZBT’s national chapter and Monmouth College.

The campaign goal is to raise over $480,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowment maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The Delta Lambda chapter of ZBT will be moving to a College owned house at 903 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in an apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of ZBT are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and attached garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity and displaying our rich history. The Steering Committee, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024.

The Illinois Gamma chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon has received the following national awards in recent years:

• 2022 Frank J. Ruck Leadership Award (Elijah Lind ’23)
• 2021Pay it Forward Grant
• 2020 Excelsior Award – Standards and Accountability

Additionally, SigEp has earned the following awards from Monmouth College in recent years:

• 2023 Academic Excellence Award
• 2022 Excellence in Philanthropic Programming
• 2022 Outstanding Chapter Advisor (Steve Distin ’08)

20 members

SigEp does not necessarily have a “pledge period,” as the national fraternity employs single-tier membership. New members have the same rights and responsibilities as all other members once they join. There are development classes, with the first one being Sigma. This is where they learn about some of the history of SigEp and the expectations of being a member. This lasts anywhere from a semester to a semester and a half.

SigEp hosts two formal recruitment periods. The first is a two-week period in the fall after students start the academic year. The second is a shorter, 10-day recruitment that takes place in the spring semester.

The fraternity is also open to accepting potential new members anytime of the year, except for summer and winter break.

The College has a rich history of Greek life on campus. We are the home of women’s fraternities, with both Pi Beta Phi and Kappa Kappa Gamma being founded at Monmouth College. Today 19% of undergraduate men on campus are affiliated with a fraternity, and 28% of undergraduate women are affiliate with a sorority. Overall, approximately 23% of the student population is a member of Greek life.

The value and historical impact of Greek organizations on campus is recognized by Monmouth College senior leadership, which is in contrast to some other universities around the country. Greek alumni hold key roles on the College Board of Trustees and have pushed for the housing improvements. Greek letter organizations on the Monmouth College campus are noted for motivating academic success, career preparation and alumni engagement. The College is in the final stages of the Presidential search and a new President will be expected to share this view and understand the value of Greek Life on the Monmouth College campus.

There are clear benefits to Illinois Gamma, whether or not a majority of the brothers reside in the house. It will become the place to conduct meetings and initiations; a gathering site for hanging out and studying; a place to host recruitment events; to display chapter awards and historical materials; and above all, provide the undergrads an added sense of identity and a foundation for building a stronger brotherhood, the kind we all experienced.

The house has 4 bedrooms on the second floor and will sleep six (6) brothers. The College has renovated and/or built other Greek Housing in the last decade and they have seen fewer men and women desiring to live in the Greek Houses.

At the present time, Monmouth College is utilizing about 75 percent of its residence hall capacity, due to a post-Covid reduction in the student population, and shifting demographics of college-age students. Monmouth College considered all options for housing and determined repurposing and renovating a current property would make the most sense for the active chapter.

Monmouth College owns the building and property – which has always been its requirement – while Illinois Gamma funds the renovation costs. The property sits on a prime location on Broadway with more curb appeal and proximity to academic buildings.

The SigEp Chapter was offered two on-campus options and the undergraduate men and advisers chose 815 E. Broadway for its prime location, in the center of what is becoming “Greek Row”. The second structure on the property was also an attractive option for the Chapter, as that space will be remodeled to create a ritual and meeting space for events. There will also be a parking area in the rear of the property, and along Broadway.

The Zeta Beta Tau fraternity has selected a different site and is embarking on a similar campaign to raise funds this year. Their renovated house be at 903 E. Broadway.

We are very fortunate to have Gena Alcorn ’88, CFRE, AVP for Development and Legacy Giving as our fund-raising advisor and liaison with the College Development Office. Gena is an alumnae member of Alpha Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma, and she was closely involved in KKG’s fundraising campaign for their house on Broadway several years ago. Gena and her staff can be contacted to make a larger gift, to name a room in the house or annex, or to make your donation in memory of a brother. Email Gena directly at galcorn@monmouthcollege.edu. You can access the online giving form and view house renderings and interior drawings of the house via this link: https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/give/sig-ep-house-fund/

Construction on the house will begin when 100 percent of the renovation costs are pledged and 75 percent of the funds are in hand. The goal of the Steering Committee it to reach this goal by Illinois Gamma’s Founder’s Day on May 22, if not sooner! Monmouth College will coordinate the final bids and general contractor for the project.

Brothers and friends of Illinois Gamma Chapter can donate cash gifts immediately and/or spread their donations over two fiscal years with a written pledge. All donations should be made directly to Monmouth College with designation for the SigEp House Fund. All contributors to the chapter house project will have their names included on the Donor Wall inside the house.

For the house, the interior/exterior makeover will fund a new roof, windows, exterior repairs and paint as well as rebuild the front porch of the house. In addition, updates to the kitchen, library, study area, bathrooms, laundry area, and bedrooms are planned; as well as installation of a sprinkler system. Landscaping will be completed; as well as new sidewalks, and handicapped access. New furnishings are also included in the renovation costs. The chapter annex building will receive new siding, doors, flooring, interior walls and ceiling, and complete HVAC and electrical service.

The campaign goal is to raise over $450,000 in gifts and pledges for the renovations. An additional $300,000 will be raised for an endowed maintenance fund for the chapter house, which can be used for future house maintenance projects and improvements. Plans are to complete the campaign in the next 6-10 months so that the College can obtain final bids and move forward on renovations.

The “Complex” was originally constructed for a 30-year lifespan; it would need to be torn down and rebuilt – a cost that would be multiple times the 815 E. Broadway project. Monmouth College does not need additional residence space.

While the Fraternity Complex was very adequate, Illinois Gamma has not had a classic, stately chapter house on Broadway since the 1960s. Interestingly, the Chapter will have come full circle with this move: the first house was on Broadway. The curb appeal of the new home and its high-profile location – along a developing Greek Row – will be a major improvement over the Fraternity Complex.

Illinois Gamma Chapter will be moving to a College owned house at 815 E. Broadway – right across from Wallace Hall. The undergraduate members are currently living in a College owned apartment complex as the 50-year-old Fraternity Complex has been closed for several years.

The alumni members of Illinois Gamma are being asked to raise funds for renovations to the interior and exterior of the house and annex/garage. The stately, Queen Anne-style residence will reflect the character, strength, achievement, and legacy of the top fraternity on campus. A chapter house is critical for building community, sharing bonds of brotherhood, creating an identity, and displaying the Chapter’s rich history. The Steering Committee, Advisory Council, and the undergraduate brothers are very excited to move forward with this project in 2024 – the 75^th year for Illinois Gamma.