Why Sigma Chi?

If you are an undergraduate man at Western Illinois University, you may be considering joining a fraternity. There are a lot of different chapters to choose from at WIU, and you might think one house is the same as the rest. Why should you join Sigma Chi instead of one of the others? While we certainly cannot answer this question with a simple Web page, we can give you some information to help you make a more informed decision. Also, we invite you to come by the chapter house located at 611 W. Adams and see for yourself. We are certain that after you check us out you'll agree - Sigma Chi is really the only choice!

For more information, stop by the house.  Or, feel free to contact our Recruitment Chairman, Brandon Delaurentis by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

One, and the main, aim and object of Sigma Chi has been, and is, to develop and train broad-minded men who can recognize the wholeness of things and who are not bound down to a contracted, eight by ten notion of exclusiveness. There is an absolute necessity for such men.

-Founder Benjamin P. Runkle

Sigma Chi is a brotherhood with roots in the collegiate experience that engenders a lifelong commitment to strive to achieve true friendship, equal justice and the fulfillment of learning as part of our overall responsibilities to the broader communities in which we live.

We achieve these ideals through the practice of character qualities embodied in our Ritual, and continuously reaffirm our purpose through the observance of Sigma Chi’s Governing Laws and through adherence to the decisions of our legislative assemblies, which empower and direct our leadership.

Fundamental Purpose

The fundamental purpose of the Sigma Chi Fraternity is the cultivation, maintenance and accomplishment of the ideals of friendship, justice and learning within our membership.

Sigma Chi Fraternity best serves its purpose by developing, implementing and monitoring programs that foster leadership, build character and promote positive relationship skills which, in turn, enable our members to become productive and caring participants in their families, colleges and communities.

Core Values, Vision and Mission

Sigma Chi’s core values are friendship, justice and learning. Our vision is to become the preeminent collegiate leadership development organization—aligned, focused and living our core values. Our mission is to develop values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community.