DKE Fraternity Overview

Flashcards covering key facts and figures related to the DKE fraternity, including notable members and organizational history.

Who was the first president of DKE?

Frank S. Williams from Omicron, Michigan.

In which year was the DKE Council organized?

The DKE Council was organized in 1881 by Henry W. Rolfe from Sigma, Amherst.

What year was the DKE Club established and who was its first president?

The DKE Club was established in 1885 with Charleton T. Lewis (Phi) as its president.

What is the location of the Yale Club established in 1885?

50 Vanderbilt Ave, with 23 floors.

Who created the official badge of the fraternity, and when was it created?

William Jacob from Phi, Yale created the official badge in 1897.

Name one head of a famous company who was part of DKE.

Howard Heinz from Phi, Yale.

Which DKE member was the head of the meat packing company?

Howard Swift from Delta Delta, UChicago.

What were the objects of DKE?

To cultivate general literature and social culture, advance intellectual excellence, promote honorable friendship and citizenship, develop tolerance and respect, maintain dignity and morality, and unite kindred interests.

Who was the highest ranking Canadian officer in World War II?

Price J. Montague from Alpha Phi, Toronto.

Which fraternity chapter is associated with Williams College?

Epsilon.

What is the chapter of DKE associated with Lafayette College?

Rho.

Which DKE member was the president of the Union Pacific Railroad?

James H. Evans from Iota, Kentucky Military Institute.

What chapter is associated with Rutgers University?

Phi Chi.