TKE Overview and Key Focus Areas

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What are the colors of TKE?

Blue and Gold

Green and White

Cherry Red and Grey (correct)

Black and Yellow

What is the mission of TKE?

To aid men in their mental, moral, and social development for life

Who are the founding fathers of TKE?

Joseph L. Settles, Owen I. Truit, James C. McNutt, Clarence A. Mayer, C. Roy Atkinson

When was TKE founded?

Tuesday, January 10, 1899 at Illinois Wesleyan University Signup and view all the answers

What is Focus 1 of TKE?

Scholarship Signup and view all the answers

What is Focus 2 of TKE?

Character Signup and view all the answers

What is Focus 3 of TKE?

Leadership Signup and view all the answers

What charity is TKE associated with?

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is the Vision Statement of TKE?

To create lifelong relationships that enhance education, interpersonal, community, and professional success Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of TKE?

To contribute to the advancement of society through the personal growth of our members, and service to others Signup and view all the answers

What does the Blueprint Program focus on?

Mental, Moral, Social Development Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of TKE members?

To actively recruit, advance fraternity interests, fulfill obligations, conduct as a gentleman, participate in activities, follow rules, and become a life loyal Teke Signup and view all the answers

What does TKE stand for when referring to the organization?

Tau Kappa Epsilon Signup and view all the answers

What is the address of TKE Headquarters?

7439 Woodland Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46278 Signup and view all the answers

What does Frater mean?

Brother Signup and view all the answers

What year was the first fraternity founded?

1776 Signup and view all the answers

What is the Miami Triad?

Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, Sigma Chi Signup and view all the answers

What is the NIC?

North American Interfraternity Conference Signup and view all the answers

What is the NPHC?

National Pan-Hellenic Council Signup and view all the answers

What is NALFO?

National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations Signup and view all the answers

How many TKE chapters are there?

232 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

TKE Overview

TKE colors are Cherry Red and Grey.
The mission focuses on mental, moral, and social development for life.
TKE was founded by Joseph L. Settles, Owen I. Truit, James C. McNutt, Clarence A. Mayer, and C. Roy Atkinson.
Founding date: January 10, 1899, at Illinois Wesleyan University.

Key Focus Areas

Scholarship: Emphasizes serious attention to academic performance.
Character: Values integrity, honesty, patience, and fidelity.
Leadership: Encouraged excellence in athletics, chapter business, and campus activities.
Service: Involves charitable work and support for campus and chapter.
Brotherhood: Based on love, charity, and esteem.
Teamwork: Collaboration and unity are highlighted.

Community and Development

TKE is associated with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for charity.
The vision statement promotes lifelong relationships for educational, social, and professional success.
TKE's purpose is to advance society through personal growth and service to others.

Educational Programs

The Blueprint Program: Comprises three modules focusing on mental, moral, and social development.
Candidate Education Program: Provides insight into TKE’s history and involvement requirements.

Membership and Expectations

Initiation: Marks the transition from individual to affiliated member.
Leaders in TKE include the Venerable Prytanis (President) and the Epiprytanis (Vice President).
Order of the Founders recognizes active participation after membership term; Knights of Classic Lore acknowledges prolonged involvement.
Fraternity for Life applies once a member is eligible for graduation.

Expectations as Members and Alumni

Members are expected to actively recruit throughout the year and support fraternity interests.
Conduct as a gentleman, participate in activities, and meet obligations are required.
Alumni should donate, volunteer, and maintain contact with their chapter.

TKE Symbols and Facts

"Teke" refers to an individual, while "TKE" denotes the organization.
The TKE flag features five cherry equilateral triangles.
The headquarters is located at 7439 Woodland Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46278.
TKE has initiated over 286,000 members and has 232 chapters.

History and Context

The first fraternity, Phi Beta Kappa, was founded in 1776.
The Miami Triad consists of Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta, and Sigma Chi.
Union College is recognized as the "Mother of Fraternities" due to its establishment of Psi Upsilon, Chi Psi, and Theta Delta Chi.
TKE became the largest fraternity after 74 years of social fraternity development at Union College.
Professional and honor societies are based on achievement and academics.

Interfraternity Relations

Fraternities often collaborate with sororities.
NIC (North American Interfraternity Conference) and NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council) are key governing bodies.
NPC governs 26 member women’s sororities.
NALFO represents Latino fraternal organizations.

Honors and Awards

The NIC Gold Medal is awarded for lifetime service to the fraternity; notable recipient includes Ronald Reagan.

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Explore the foundations of Tau Kappa Epsilon, founded on January 10, 1899. This quiz covers TKE's core values, including scholarship, character, leadership, service, brotherhood, and teamwork. Test your knowledge about TKE's mission and community involvement.