Kappa Sigma Pledging Final Exam

Write the Star and Crescent verbatim.

"The Star and Crescent shall not be worn by every man, but only by him who is worthy to wear it. He must be a gentleman ... a man of honor and courage ... a man of zeal, yet humble ... an intelligent man ... a man of truth ... one who tempers action with wisdom and, above all else, one who walks in the light of God."

Finish the following quote; "Not for a day or _______ or a ________, but for life."

an hour, college term only,

Is the unique ceremony which distinguishes our Order from all others and unites all brothers of Kappa Sigma.

The Initiatory/Ritual

What are the four pillars of Kappa Sigma?

Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, Service

What are the two most important words to remember in taking the first step in the lifelong journey of a Kappa Sigma?

Diligence & Commitment

Pledge development is the process by which you will become familiar with... a.

History, Traditions, Customs & Practices

How does Kappa Sigma view hazing?

Lowest form of cowardice

Who is the father of Kappa Sigma?

Manuel Chrysoloras

Who were the founders of Kappa Sigma?

Manuel Chrysoloras and his disciples

Initially, when and why was Kappa Sigma formed?

In 1400 for mutual protection against physical attack and robbery against tyrants such as Cossa

Who was Baldassarre Cossa and under what name did he usurp the papacy?

Tyrant governor of Bologna, Pope John XXIII

The students protected each other with a ritual including:

Secret signs, words and forms

The My Brother's Keeper poem is:

"Drink in moderation, my dear brother

Do not get drunk.

Let us spend our time as friends,

Never as enemies."

What does Bononia Docet mean?

Bologna Teaches

Bologna was known as...

The City of Letters

How many gates allowed access to the city?

12

What are the three major streets leading into the city?

Strada San Donato, Strada Stefano, and Strada Sargozza

What two towers were the homes and fortresses of Bologna's wealthy and powerful families?

Torre Degli Asinelli and Torre Garisendi

What Church was across the street from the University of Bologna?

Basilica di San Petronio

The American founding took place on a "cold December evening" What was the exact date? What was the location? What Happened?

December 10, 1869; 46 East Lawn University of Virginia, they drafted a constitution and found the first American chapter of KΣ

The University of Virginia was founded by whom? In what year? And based on the drawings of what Italian architect?

Thomas Jefferson in 1819; Palladio

Name the five friends and brothers. (Full names)

William Grigsby McCormick, George Miles Arnold, Edmund Law Rogers Jr., Frank Courtney Nicodemus, John Covert Boyd

What was the name of the first chapter?

Zeta

Who wrote the constitution and what executive committee position did he hold?

George Miles Arnold and Grand Master of Zeta Chapter

Who is the only Most Worthy Grand Master?

William Grigsby McCormick

Where was William Grigsby McCormick born?

Chicago

Describe the "Defend Your Fraternity Brother..." story.

Founder Arnold was returning from visiting a young lady when he was confronted by a stranger and found it necessary to defend himself. A Posse formed and pursued Arnold back to the University. Brother North hid Arnold while Brother Toadvin sent the Posse on a false trail towards Brothers Thomas and Rogers's residence. While the Posse was busy with the distraction, Arnold and North managed to escape to New York City by horseback.

What is the name of the symbol on the pledge pin?

Caduceus

Who was the Golden-Hearted Virginian? What year was he initiated?

Stephen Alonzo Jackson and he was initiated in 1872

What happened on July 5-6th 1876

Kappa Sigma held its first Conclave in Baltimore, MD

Each member of the fraternity, pledge, undergraduate, and alumnus, retains the responsibility to be the "Columbus" who will find the next generation of brothers who are the lifeblood of the fraternity. What must you do to fulfill your responsibility?

Find and recruit new members 24/7, 365

What was the significance of the staircase?

Great symbol of the fraternity because of warm hearts at the top and helping hands along the way

At what campuses were the 7 chapters after Zeta established?

Duke University, Washington and Lee College, Virginia Military Institute, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Emory and Henry College, University of Maryland, Mercer University

The "Apples of Gold" speech conveys Stephen Alonzo Jackson's dream. Finish this quote: "...May we not rest contentedly until..."

The Star and Crescent is the pride of every college and university in the land

The "Golden-Hearted Virginian" mentions a "Halo" in his "Apples of Gold" speech, what is he referring to?

The Ritual

What is Kappa Sigma's first fraternity-wide international philanthropic endeavor?

Kappa Sigma Military Heroes Campaign

Describe the pledge Pin. (Verbatim)

"The pledge pin is an inverted triangular field of black enamel with a narrow border of gold and the Caduceus surmounted by a circle enameled in gold thereon. The Caduceus is the symbol of Mercury, Messenger of the Gods."

What are the EC positions and who are the current officers?

Grand Master - Zach Beltran

Grand Procurator - Sam Cross

Grand Master of Ceremonies - Max Hughes

Grand Treasurer - Josh Clapp

Grand Scribe- Preston Voung

Who is the Executive Director?

Mitchell B. Wilson

List the names and symbols of the Greek Alphabet.

Α - Alpha Β - Beta Γ - Gamma Δ - Delta

Ε - Epsilon Ζ - Zeta Η - Eta Θ - Theta

Ι - Iota Κ - Kappa Λ - Lambda Μ - Mu

Ν - Nu Ξ - Xi Ο - Omicron Π - Pi

Ρ - Rho Σ - Sigma Τ - Tau Υ - Upsilon Φ - Phi Χ - Chi Ψ - Psi Ω - Omega

What date was the Pi-Xi chapter at CSU officially installed and initiated?

December 6, 2008

Who was the original Pi-Xi Executive Committee?

Worthy Grand Master - Ray Daniel

Worthy Grand Procurator - Marcus Coldiron

Worthy Grand Master of Ceremonies - Jeff Elliott

Worthy Grand Scribe - Cody Chacon

Worthy Grand Treasurer - Ben Lythgoe

Who is the original Pi-Xi Model Initiate?

Jeff Elliott

What is the unmistakable motto that the Pi-Xi Chapter adopted?

#1, Second to None

We honor one Pi-Xi member's name above all others due to his outstanding character, ability with parkour, and his unforgettable death. What is his name and how do we pay respects?

Chris Engel; by praying for him and his family

Name a famous Kappa Sigma.

Jimmy Buffet, Ted Turner, Jerry Jones, etc

What are "Our Expectations" as defined by the Docet?

a. Diligently apply yourself to your studies.

b. Live the moral life of a gentleman serving God.

c. Keep the trust of the Fraternity.

d. Adhere to the rules of the fraternity.

e. Honor your obligations to the Fraternity.

Define Pledge Education as it appears in the Docet.

The maximum 60 day process of educating each pledge about fraternity and chapter history necessary for the pledge to understand the Initiatory and Ritual and Begin the lifetime journey of Kappa Sigma as a member of the chapter and campus community to become a better man.