Kappa Sigma - Alpha Gamma History Quiz

What day is celebrated annually to honor Stephen Alonzo Jackson?

Stephen Alonzo Jackson Day.

Why is Stephen Alonzo Jackson honored by Kappa Sigma?

He first fully realized the beneficial effects Kappa Sigma could have on a young man and challenged members to strive for excellence and share the fraternal experience with others.

At what event did Stephen Alonzo Jackson issue his famous challenge?

The 1878 Grand Conclave.

What did Stephen Alonzo Jackson emphasize as the basic principles guiding Kappa Sigma members' actions?

Values.

According to the pledge manual, what should Kappa Sigma members establish and maintain at their host college or university?

Kappa Sigma pride and leadership.

According to the introduction, where does the true measure of Kappa Sigma's success lie?

In the spirit of brotherhood and the fraternity's ability to develop respect for oneself and the values of the fraternity and society.

What is one core value regarding Kappa Sigma's relationship with its host institution?

The fraternity should complement and enhance the educational mission of the host institution.

What ideal should Kappa Sigma promote?

Brotherhood.

What is a primary benefit of fraternity membership according to the mission?

The creation of lifelong friendships.

How long is the commitment to Brotherhood intended to last?

A lifetime.

What relationship does the mission encourage for the mutual benefit of students and alumni?

Strong Alumni-Undergraduate relationships.

What should Kappa Sigma actively contribute to in its members?

Their personal growth and development.

What kinds of skills does Kappa Sigma seek to teach that benefit members throughout life?

Social skills and leadership skills.

How should chapters approach their programs and undertakings?

They should organize well-rounded programs and strive for excellence and quality.

How should the fraternity be incorporated into members' lives?

It should be incorporated into their daily lives.

How are Kappa Sigma members expected to act at all times?

As gentlemen.

What standards of conduct should Kappa Sigma demand?

High standards of personal conduct.

What two qualities should the fraternity instill in its members?

Responsibility and integrity.

How should the dignity of other people be treated?

The dignity of all persons should always be respected.

What types of behavior does the mission say cannot be tolerated?

Intolerant or abusive behavior.

What should Kappa Sigma encourage its members to provide to others?

Service.

Where should members work toward betterment through service?

Their campus and community.

What is Kappa Sigma's position on hazing?

Hazing is contrary to the principles and teachings of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

Who can commit hazing under the policy's definition?

No one

Can an activity constitute hazing even if participation is voluntary?

Yes.

What types of harm can make an activity hazing?

Mental or physical harm, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule.

Can an activity be hazing if it violates federal, state, provincial, local, or host-institution rules even if it does not cause physical injury?

Yes.

Is paddling or physical abuse permitted?

No.

Are required calisthenics or exercises permitted?

No.

Is intentionally creating fatigue or sleep deprivation permitted?

No.

Are physical or psychological shocks permitted?

No.

Is kidnapping permitted?

No.

Are scavenger hunts permitted under the hazing policy?

No.

Is personal servitude permitted?

No.

Is verbal abuse permitted?

No.

Are required costumes permitted?

No.

Are degrading, humiliating, or harassing games or activities permitted?

No.

Are lineups permitted?

No.

Is "Hell Week" or other intensive or condensed pre-initiation programming permitted?

No.

Can signatures or interviews be used as a means of harassment?

No.

Can pledge activities expose initiates or pledges to physical danger?

No, regardless of degree.

Can pledge activities require consumption of alcoholic beverages or other beverages?

No.

Are activities that disrupt public order or bring the fraternity into disrepute permitted?

No.

Can a chapter conduct pledge programming not included in its documented Pledge Education, Membership Development, or Brothers In Action programs?

No.

What must a member do if they witness or know of hazing or a potential violation?

Report it to the appropriate fraternity authorities.

What happens to recruitment, pledging, and initiation activities during an investigation of alleged hazing?

They cease until the investigation is complete, the results are reported to the SEC, and the chapter is authorized to resume.

Which chapter officers does the manual initially identify as appropriate people for reporting Code of Conduct violations?

The Pledge Educator, Grand Master of Ceremonies, Grand Procurator, and Grand Master.

What is the opening idea of The Star and Crescent passage?

The Star and Crescent shall not be worn by every man, but only by one worthy to wear it.

What kind of man is worthy to wear the Star and Crescent?

A gentleman and a man of honor and courage.

How should a worthy man balance zeal?

He should be zealous yet humble.

What intellectual quality is expected of someone worthy of the Star and Crescent?

He should be intelligent.

What relationship with truth is expected?

He should be a man of truth.

What should temper a worthy man's actions?

Wisdom.

According to the passage, where should a worthy man walk?

In the light of God.

What does special status carry with it according to the Star and Crescent section?

Special obligations.

What does special honor require?

Service.

What concepts does the manual associate with earning the right to wear the Star and Crescent?

Worth, gentlemanliness, honor, courage, zeal, humility, intelligence, truth, God, obligation, and responsibility.

According to the Brotherhood section, where does Kappa Sigma's strength lie?

In its chapters.

What backgrounds are considered when choosing men to become Kappa Sigmas?

Good cultural, spiritual, and intellectual backgrounds.

How does the manual define Brotherhood simply?

A combination of real friendship and loyalty having a solid foundation.

What nurtures Brotherhood?

Cooperation and understanding.

Among what kind of men can mutual trust exist?

Men of honor.

What can grow from mutual trust?

Friendship.

What springs from friends who share common ideals?

Loyalty.

What results when friendship and loyalty have a firm foundation in the bonds of Kappa Sigma?

Brotherhood.

What distinction did Kappa Sigma have at the University of Illinois after anti-fraternity restrictions were removed?

It was the first fraternity established at Illinois following the removal of the restrictions.

When was the Alpha-Gamma charter granted?

October 15, 1891.

When did Alpha-Gamma officially come into existence?

About a month after the charter was granted, with the first initiations occurring November 17, 1891.

Who guided the establishment of Alpha-Gamma at Illinois?

Robert A. Lackey.

What university was Robert A. Lackey associated with before coming to Illinois?

Purdue University.

What position did Robert A. Lackey take at Illinois?

The University's first football coach.

Why did Robert A. Lackey accept the Illinois football coaching position according to the manual?

For the opportunity to establish a chapter of Kappa Sigma.

What was the University of Illinois formerly called?

Illinois Industrial University.

In what year did the university trustees abolish Greek-letter societies?

1881.

What were the pledges students had to sign promising not to join Greek organizations commonly called?

Ironclads.

Who was the university regent during the regime associated with the "ironclads"?

Dr. S. H. Peabody.

What happened to the university's attitude toward fraternities after Dr. Peabody's resignation in 1891?

The trustees' attitude changed and incoming students were no longer required to sign the pledges.

What chapter of Kappa Sigma was the only Kappa Sigma chapter in the Midwest at the time Lackey became interested in Illinois?

The Purdue chapter.

What role had Robert Lackey held on Purdue's football team in 1890?

Captain.

Who did Lackey recognize as having unusual ability and charm and recruit to the effort?

Robert Carr.

How many men signed the petition for an Illinois Kappa Sigma chapter?

Nine.

To whom was the petition for the chapter mailed?

Herbert Martin, the National Secretary of Kappa Sigma.

What did Lackey do in addition to mailing the petition?

He sent Herbert Martin a telegram saying the petition was on its way.

On what date did Lackey send the telegram regarding the petition?

October 15, 1891.

What response did Herbert Martin send to Lackey?

He told him to go ahead and install the chapter.

Who was the acting regent Lackey consulted about establishing the chapter?

Dr. T. J. Burrill.

What did the acting regent suggest the group form temporarily?

A club that would do no secret work until the restrictions were removed.

What explanation was given for the Kappa Sigma colors being worn on campus before the chapter openly declared itself?

They were described as "football colors."

Why did Lackey decide to initiate some men before returning to Purdue?

The football season was ending and he would soon have to return to Purdue.

How was it decided which pledges would become the original four initiates?

They drew lots.

Where was the meeting held to select the original four?

In the room of Harless W. King.

Who were the original four selected for initiation?

James David Metcalf, William George Miller, William Ernest Steinwedell, and George Henry Atherton.

When were Alpha-Gamma's original four initiated?

November 17, 1891.

Where were the original four initiated?

In the room of Metcalf and Atherton at 402 West Church Street in Champaign.

What happened to the university's anti-fraternity "ironclads" around this time?

The trustees removed the restrictions and destroyed the ironclads.