Sigma Gamma Epsilon
Sigma Gamma Epsilon | |
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ΣΓΕ | |
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Founded | March 30, 1915 University of Kansas |
Type | Honor |
Affiliation | Independent |
Emphasis | Earth Sciences |
Scope | International |
Colors | Gold, Blue, and Silver |
Symbol | Hammer, Shovel, and Compass |
Publication | The Compass |
Chapters | 190 |
Headquarters | P.O. Box 506 Gilbertville, IA 50634 USA |
Website | Official website |
The Society of Sigma Gamma Epsilon (ΣΓΕ) is a national honor society to recognize scholarship in the earth sciences founded in 1915 at the University of Kansas. It has chartered more than 200 chapters at colleges and universities across the United States.[1][2]
Purpose and Objective[]
The Society was established to recognize scholarship and professionalism in the Earth Sciences. It has for its objectives the scholastic, scientific, and professional advancement of its members and the extension of relations of friendship and assistance among colleges and universities which are devoted to the advancement of the Earth Sciences.[1][2]
History and Government[]
The Society was founded on March 30, 1915, at The University of Kansas. Nearly 200 chapters throughout the United States have been installed since 1915. Government of the Society is by student members and the ultimate legislative authority is vested in a National Convention held every two years. It is composed of one student delegate from each chapter and the seven national officers who are faculty members.[1][2]
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References[]
- ^ Jump up to: a b c Anson, Jack L.; Marchenasi, Robert F., eds. (1991) [1879]. Baird's Manual of American Fraternities (20th ed.). Indianapolis, IN: Baird's Manual Foundation, Inc. p. VI-135–136. ISBN 978-0963715906.
- ^ Jump up to: a b c "About Us". Sigma Gamma Epsilon national website. Retrieved 12 July 2021.
- Honor societies
- Earth sciences
- University of Kansas
- 1915 establishments in Kansas
- Student organizations established in 1915