Sigma Alpha Epsilon at Union University

The True Gentleman

The True Gentleman

Leadership

Leadership development isn't just a maybe, it is a must in ΣAE. Our chapter offers various opportunities for members to step up, lead, and inspire others, fostering growth both within the fraternity and in the community. We believe in shaping future leaders through hands-on experiences and mentorship.

Brotherhood

Our strong brotherhood separates us from other fraternities. We prioritize creating lasting bonds through shared experiences, mutual support, and a sense of belonging that extends far beyond our time at university. Whether through social events, service projects, or simply spending time together, we strive to build connections that last a lifetime.

True Gentlemen

We develop our members to be True Gentlemen in their everyday lives. This means upholding values like respect, integrity, and kindness in all interactions. We challenge our members to strive for excellence in their personal and professional lives, embodying the principles of being a True Gentleman in every aspect of their journey.

Our Motto

The True Gentleman is the man whose conduct proceeds from good will and an acute sense of propriety, and whose self-control is equal to all emergencies; who does not make the poor man conscious of his poverty, the obscure man of his obscurity, or any man of his inferiority or deformity; who is himself humbled if necessity compels him to humble another; who does not flatter wealth, cringe before power, or boast of his own possessions or achievements; who speaks with frankness but always with sincerity and sympathy; whose deed follows his word; who thinks of the rights and feelings of others, rather than his own; and who appears well in any company, a man with whom honor is sacred and virtue safe.
—John Walter Wayland