Questions and Answers
Who is the Grand Consul of Sigma Chi?
What is the role of the Grand Pro Consul?
Vice President and second in command who presides over the Grand Council.
Who serves as the Treasurer and financial controller of the Fraternity?
Grand Quaestor
The Grand Praetor is elected to a _____ term by the Grand Chapter.
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What is the Supreme legislative body of the Fraternity?
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The Grand Council meets annually.
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What is the purpose of the Executive Committee?
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What does the Horizons program aim to teach?
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BLTW stands for _____ International Training Workshop.
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When was the Balfour International Training Workshop established?
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Study Notes
Grand Consul
- Michael A. Greenburg, Illinois Wesleyan 1982, serves as the international president and chairman of Executive Committee.
- Oversees all fraternity activities, operations, and signs official documents.
- Can fill vacancies in the Executive Committee or Grand Council by appointment.
- Holds veto power over Grand Council actions for up to 10 days.
- Responsible for interpreting and enforcing the Constitution, Ritual, and Statutes.
Grand Pro Consul
- Michael A. Ursillo, Brown 1978, acts as vice president and second in command.
- Presides over the Grand Council meetings.
- Assumes Grand Consul duties if the Consul is unable to perform.
Grand Quaestor
- W. Thomas Geddings Jr., South Carolina 1985, serves as the treasurer and financial controller.
- Responsible for oversight of all fraternity funds.
- Member of the Executive Committee, contributing to financial management.
Grand Praetor
- Michael G. A. Williams, Drake 1996, elected for a two-year term by the Grand Chapter.
- Ensures the I-test is administered and visits chapters annually.
- Responsible for enforcing Governing Laws and Ritual in chapters and reviewing pledges' academic performance.
Grand Chapter
- The supreme legislative body of Sigma Chi, composed of delegates from graduate and alumni chapters.
- Elects six members of the Board of Grand Trustees for six-year terms, with other members serving two-year terms.
- Holds the power to amend the Constitution, Statutes, and make regulations.
- Biennial conventions hosted by alumni and undergraduate chapters in the city.
- Can grant or revoke charters, impose disciplinary measures, and conduct mail votes.
Grand Council
- Provides general direction and advisory roles between Grand Chapter sessions.
- Meets biennially during non-Grand Chapter years, with the Grand Pro Consul presiding.
- Members include elected undergraduate representatives and Grand Officers of Sigma Chi Corporation.
Executive Committee
- Manages bookkeeping, record-keeping, and scholarship regulations.
- Oversees Fraternity budgets, assigns staff duties, and administers funds.
- Composed of 11 members with the Grand Consul as chairman, meeting at least four times a year.
- Holds authority during recess periods on chapter issues and charter grants.
Horizons Program
- Leadership program targeting Sigma Chi underclassmen for personal and community development.
- Focused on cultivating high-minded values and leadership skills through interactive learning.
- Takes place over six days in Snowbird, Utah, an environment ideal for reflection and adventure.
Balfour International Training Workshop (BLTW)
- Established in 1947; largest Greek training session globally.
- Chapter leaders participate each August in a four-day training focused on various fraternity topics.
- Led by a board that gathers twice yearly to refine the training program.
- Encounters presentations covering Ritual, pledge education, and leadership skills taught by over 110 fraternity brothers.
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Test your knowledge of the Sigma Chi Grand Chapter with these flashcards. Each card covers important roles and definitions related to the fraternity, particularly focusing on the Grand Consul. Review key responsibilities and governance structures within Sigma Chi.
