ALPHA SIGMA PHI History National History Alpha Sigma Phi was founded at Yale University on December 6, 1845. Three young men: Louis Manigault, Horace Spangler Weiser, and Stephen Ormsby Rhea, all freshmen, laid down the basic principles of a society that today counts its membership in the thousands. Since 1845, Alpha Sigma Phi has maintained a proud tradition of creating and continuing brotherhood for good men coast-to-coast. Throughout her years, the Old Gal has made a rich contribution in the lives of thousands. Alpha Sigma Phis existence has been threatened many times over the last 150 years. The fraternity has managed to pull through these hardships. It is therefore fitting that our symbol is the Phoenix, the mythological bird which rises from the ashes. Today, Alpha Sigma Phi has over 70 chapters, colonies, and interest groups and continues to offer meaningful services and opportunities to over 2,000 undergraduates and 40,000 living alumni. Our official national philanthropy is LiveStrong and our headquarters are found in Carmel, Indiana. Founder Louis Manigault Local Chapter History In 1929, Beta Delta chapter earned its first charter at Marshall University. In 1976, Beta Deltas charter was revoked. In 1980, however, Beta Delta successfully re-chartered, 18 months after re-colonizing. Doctor Daniel P. Babb then became our Grand Chapter Advisor. In 1988, Beta Delta won its first of five consecutive Grand Senior Presidents Awards. In 2007, Beta Delta earned its first of 5 consecutive IFC Chapter of Excellence Awards. This streak is currently on-going. In 2010, Doctor Daniel P. Babb retired as Grand Chapter Advisor. Alpha Sigma Phi would recognize him as Grand Chapter Advisor Emeritus. The Beta Delta Chapter has been awarded many important and prestigious awards in its history. These include the Gary A. Anderson Award (given annually to the Chapter that best exemplifies the Vision and Purpose of the Fraternity through its New Member Education Program), the Alpha Kappa Pi Gold Cup (awarded annually to chapters who earned at least 90% of the possible points on the Annual Report), and the Distinguished Merit Award (presented to a brother of the Fraternity who has attained prominence and distinction in his profession). A few brothers tailgating at the house before a Herd game Doctor Daniel P. Babb Also known as Mr. Beta Delta, Doc Babb has been an intricate part in the growth and performance of the chapter since 1978. Doc joined the Marshall University staff in 1972 and has seen many changes while a professor and now Division Head of the Department of Physical Sciences. As Grand Chapter Advisor, he has seen over 700 brothers go through the Mystic Circle and has seen the growth of young students into great men who serve society as only an Alpha Sig can. While under the direction of Doc as GCA, Beta Delta received the GSP Award five consecutive times (88, 90, 92, 94, 96) and countless local trophies and awards for excellence and service. Dr. Babb received the Delta Beta Xi award in 1986, and in 2011 received the Evin C. Varner Jr. Distinguished Service Award. In 2010 Dr. Babb resigned from GCA, but after reviewing his outstanding work within the chapter and the fraternity at large, Dr. Babb was given the title of Grand Chapter Advisor Emeritus. What separates Alpha Sigs from the others is that you cannot define us. We are not the jocks. We are not the rich kids. How we present ourselves makes us different. We do not carve our letters on desks or bathroom walls. We let the other organizations do that. We wear our insignias with pride. We wear our letters across our chest, close to the heart. We should be gentlemen at all times, and remember what we are representing. -Doctor Daniel P. Babb The Pledge Pin of Alpha Sigma Phi Symbols and Traditions Greek Letters - When placed together, our three Greek letters Alpha, Sigma, and Phi, create the name of our fraternity. Coat of Arms - The Coat of Arms consists of four components: a crest, a twist, a shield, and a ribbon. Adorning the top of the crest is the phoenix, our symbol. Beneath the shield presented upon the ribbon, are the year of our founding and the open motto: Causa Latet Vis Est Notissima. Fraternitys Seal - The Seal of Alpha Sigma Phi contains the shield as it appears on the membership badge with the open book in white, the five hieroglyphics and pen. Beneath the book are our Greek letters. A double circle, in which appears the open motto: Causa Latet Vis Est Notissima surrounds the shield. On a scroll crossing under the circles is the year of our founding. Pledge Pin - The Pledge Pin of the Fraternity is worn on the left side of the chest on sweaters and shirts. The Pledge Pin is the property of the Chapter and is entrusted to a Pledge in accordance with the instructions given to him in his recital of his obligation during the formal pledge ceremony. The Pledge Pin is an adaptation of the Badge of Alpha Kappa Pi, which merged with Alpha Sigma Phi in 1946. Phoenix - the Phoenix is a mythical bird which rises from the ashes. The Phoenix has come to symbolize endurance, courage, immortality, and resurrection. Our Purpose To Better the Man, through creation and perpetuation of brotherhood founded upon the values of character: Silence, Charity, Purity, Honor, and Patriotism Brothers Shaun Wagner (left) and Derek Ramsey (right) after winning Greek Sing 2012 Our Five Values Silence - the strength to embrace silence and the will to build an interior life founded upon an honest desire to truly listen to others. Charity - to be charitable in the broadest sense of the word. A man who strives for a life of charity and service is more patient, kind, and more forgiving of the flaws of others. Purity - to consistently strive for purity of mind, body, and soul. The man who is pure of thought, word, and deed does not shrink from adversity or large goals. Honor - to live a life of personal integrity, thereby accruing honor. An honorable man lives up to promises made - to others and himself. Patriotism - to love your country, remaining consistently engaged in its affairs. He is devoted to the principles of personal freedom, justice, and civic responsibility.
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