Tau Kappa Epsilon History Quiz

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When was the fraternity founded?

On a cold and rainy Tuesday, January 10th, 1899.

What was the original name of the fraternity?

The Knights of Classic Lore.

When and how did Tau Kappa Epsilon become a National fraternity?

On Nov. 27, 1915 after the Epsilon chapter was installed on May 28, 1915 at Iowa State University.

What is considered the first fraternity?

Phi Beta Kappa Signup and view all the answers

Where was the fraternity founded?

Alpha Chapter located at Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, Illinois. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the second chapter?

Beta Chapter located at Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the third chapter?

Gamma Chapter located at the University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois. This chapter was installed on Feb. 3rd, 1912. Signup and view all the answers

What significance is attached to the location of the first three chapters?

They form an equilateral triangle, which is the chief geometric symbol of TKE. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Silver Anniversary?

It is the 16th Conclave held in 1924, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the fraternity. Signup and view all the answers

When and where was the Golden Anniversary?

In Chicago Sept. 1-3, 1949. Signup and view all the answers

Where is the 2nd Conclave?

Alpha Chapter house at 801 North Main, Bloomington, Illinois. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the founders of this fraternity?

Joseph L. Settles, Owen I. Truitt, James C. McNutt, Clarence A. Mayer, and C. Roy Atkinson. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the national founders of this fraternity?

Lester H. Martin, L. W. Tuesburg, William L. Wilson, and Wallace G. McCauley. Signup and view all the answers

Who are the expansion leaders?

Dr. R. C. Williams, Leland F. Leland, James C. Logan, and Frank B. Scott. Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote The Teke Guide?

William L. Wilson. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the 1st Grand Officers?

Grand Prytanis- Lester H. Martin, Grand Epiprytanis- William L. Wilson, Grand Grammateus- Clyde E. Leighty, Grand Histor- L. W. Tuesburg, Grand Crysophylos- James J. Love, Grand Hypophetes- Arthur A. Heinlein, Grand Pylortes- Clyde H. Myers. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the 1st pledge and why?

James J. Love, because he was late to the meeting. Signup and view all the answers

What is the supreme governing body of the fraternity?

The Grand Chapter, which is composed of student and alumni delegates and eight grand officers. Signup and view all the answers

What does C.F.C stand for?

Certified Fraternity Consultant. Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest international honor in TKE?

The Order of the Silver Maple Leaf. Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest honor that is awarded in TKE?

The Order of the Golden Eagle. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the 1st recipient of The Order of the Golden Eagle?

William L. Wilson. Signup and view all the answers

Name the eight offices in order and their jewel.

Prytanis- Gavel, Epiprytanis- Open Book, Grammateus- Crossed Quills, Crysophylos- Key, Histor- Scroll, Hypophetes- Heart, Pylortes- Dagger, Hegemon- Skull & Crossbones. Signup and view all the answers

What chair in TKE has a jewel, and what is his jewel?

The Rush Chair, and his jewel is the clasped hands. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Black Book?

A document containing the constitution and international by-laws of Tau Kappa Epsilon. Signup and view all the answers

Who in TKE holds the Black Book?

The Epiprytanis. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 1st word in The Teke Guide?

Congratulations. Signup and view all the answers

Recite the Declaration of Principles?

We believe the essential elements of true brotherhood are love, charity, and esteem; love that binds our hearts with sturdy chords of fraternal affection; charity that is impulsive to see the virtues in a brother and slow to reprove his faults; esteem that is respectful to the honest convictions of others and refrains from treading upon that which is sacred to spirit and conscience; these are the triple obligations of every brother in the bond. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Founding and History

Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) was founded on January 10, 1899.
Originally named The Knights of Classic Lore.
Became a National fraternity on November 27, 1915, after installing the Epsilon chapter at Iowa State University on May 28, 1915.

Chapters

Alpha Chapter: Located at Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, Illinois.
Beta Chapter: Located at Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois.
Gamma Chapter: Located at the University of Illinois, Champaign, installed on February 3, 1912.
The first three chapters (Alpha, Beta, Gamma) form an equilateral triangle, the chief geometric symbol of TKE.

Significant Anniversaries

Silver Anniversary: Celebrated in 1924 at the 16th Conclave, marking the 25th anniversary of the fraternity.
Golden Anniversary: Held in Chicago from September 1-3, 1949, commemorating 50 years since TKE was founded and the publication of the Golden Book of Tau Kappa Epsilon.

Founders and Leaders

Founders of TKE: Joseph L. Settles, Owen I. Truitt, James C. McNutt, Clarence A. Mayer, and C. Roy Atkinson.
National founders included Lester H. Martin, L. W. Tuesburg, William L. Wilson, and Wallace G. McCauley.
Expansion leaders: Dr. R. C. Williams, Leland F. Leland, James C. Logan, and Frank B. Scott.
The first Grand Officers included prominent members like Grand Prytanis Lester H. Martin and Grand Epiprytanis William L. Wilson.

Key Documents and Symbols

The Black Book: Contains the constitution and international by-laws of TKE, held by the Epiprytanis.
The Teke Guide: Authored by William L. Wilson.
Jewelry represents various leadership roles, with the Rush Chair displaying clasped hands.

Awards and Honors

Highest international honor: The Order of the Silver Maple Leaf.
Highest honor awarded in TKE: The Order of the Golden Eagle, first awarded to William L. Wilson.

Governance

The supreme governing body of TKE is the Grand Chapter, comprising student and alumni delegates and eight grand officers.

Principles and Values

The Declaration of Principles emphasizes love, charity, and esteem as foundational elements of brotherhood, advocating for mutual respect and understanding among members.

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Test your knowledge on the founding and history of Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE), one of the notable fraternities in the United States. This quiz covers significant milestones, chapters, and anniversaries in TKE's rich heritage. See how well you understand the legacy of this brotherhood!