Sigma Nu Fraternity

This past weekend, Sigma Nu Fraternity proudly hosted its fourth modern-day Staff Reunion, welcoming more than 130 current and former staff members, along with their families and friends, to Lexington, Virginia.

The reunion brought together Sigma Nu staff from across generations, a powerful testament to the enduring bonds formed through service to the Fraternity. Festivities included a Meet and Greet reception, opportunities to explore Lexington and the surrounding Rockbridge County, and a special evening at The Rock featuring a campus tour, fellowship reception, and dinner.

A highlight of the weekend was the all-attendee group photo in front of The Rock, capturing the spirit and legacy of the Sigma Nu staff family. Guests also had the opportunity to learn more about upcoming campus improvements made possible through the Mighty Oaks Campaign, as well as revisit cherished memories through a decades-spanning photo slideshow.

The Fraternity extends a hearty Hi Rickety to all current and former staff in attendance and expresses sincere gratitude for their dedication and service to the Legion of Honor. The weekend served as a meaningful reminder of the friendships, shared experiences, and lifelong connections that define Sigma Nu’s staff brotherhood.

Hi Rickety and congratulations to Eta Iota Chapter Brother Kevin Forrestal on receiving Northern Arizona University’s prestigious Gold Axe Award.

Granted to just 1% of graduating seniors, this honor recognizes outstanding commitment to the university through service, leadership, academic achievement, and campus involvement.

Kevin exemplifies this standard, having served in multiple chapter leadership role, including Commander, while maintaining an impressive GPA and remaining actively engaged both on campus and in the Flagstaff community.

On the latest episode of The Gavel Podcast, the Fraternity sat down with Brother Michael Manoogian, Head of Sales for STOMP Athletics. A proud alumnus of Sigma Nu’s Lambda Epsilon Chapter at Texas Christian University, Michael recently appeared alongside his business partner on ABC's Shark Tank. During the interview, Michael shares stories from his experience filming for the show and what it was like to receive the offer from Kevin O'Leary.

Listen to this and other episodes of The Gavel Podcast at sigmanu.org/podcast or on your favorite podcast streaming platform.

This past April, five brothers from the Zeta Chi Chapter at the University of Houston participated in the Bike MS: ACC Texas MS 150, cycling more than 150 miles over two days from Houston to College Station, Texas.

Together, the team raised approximately $3,000 to support multiple sclerosis research, provide critical resources, and assist individuals and families impacted by MS.

Sigma Nu is looking for future Knights. Help the Fraternity identify the next generation of brothers for the Legion of Honor by recommending a prospective member at sigmanu.org/referral today.

The Fraternity congratulates the brothers who graduated from Session 1 of the 2026 Lexington Leadership Institute last week. Through the Institute, these rising second- and third-year members gained critical leadership skills, valuable personal development insights, and practical tools and experiences designed to help them excel within their chapters and in their academic, personal, and professional lives. Hi Rickety to our newest class of LLI graduates.

Photos from Session 1 of the 2026 Lexington Leadership Institute are now available and can be viewed at sigmanu.org/photos.

The Spring 2026 issue of The Delta magazine is now available! Read the compelling cover story by Ellen Carmichael of the Lafayette Group examining how Sigma Nu is answering America's call for young men. The issue includes the Foundation's annual donor appreciation report and an in-depth interview with Sigma Nu’s 69th Regent, Brother Steve Ratterman (Indiana).

This edition marks the magazine’s first major redesign since Spring 2011 and represents a thoughtful evolution of Sigma Nu’s flagship publication. Partnering once again with Tria Designs, the Fraternity undertook the redesign to better reflect the modern Sigma Nu brand while strengthening The Delta as a storytelling platform for the Fraternity and its members, all guided by the magazine’s longstanding purpose of cultivating “a love of our Fraternity.”

The redesigned magazine introduces a more refined and contemporary editorial aesthetic while drawing inspiration from Sigma Nu’s rich history and traditions. Bold typography, vibrant accent colors, custom illustrations, and dynamic photography combine with visual elements inspired by past editions of The Delta to create a publication that feels both timeless and modern. The result is a cleaner, more engaging reading experience designed to stand alongside today’s premier alumni and lifestyle magazines.

The redesign also reimagines how content is organized and presented, including refreshed sections such as “Reflections” and “Dispatches,” alongside a greater emphasis on feature-driven storytelling and visually engaging content that highlights the impact and experiences of Sigma Nu brothers.

To view the digital edition, visit sigmanu.org/thedelta. A PDF version of the print edition is also available at sigmanu.org/thedeltaspring2026.

Brothers from the Zeta Chi Chapter at the University of Houston have rallied in support of alumnus Brother Jerome “YoJ” Ronquillo as he courageously battles pancreatic cancer. Through the combined efforts of the active chapter, alumni chapter, Cavalier Cookers, and countless generous supporters, the chapter raised more than $38,000 in net proceeds to assist with Jerome’s medical care and quality-of-life needs during treatment. More importantly, the effort served as a powerful reminder that no brother fights alone, as the “YoJ Army” continues to stand faithfully beside him throughout his journey.

Last week, the Fraternity Communications Association recognized The Delta of Sigma Nu with three national awards honoring outstanding content and design from the Spring 2025 issue:

First Place – Critic’s Choice Awards – Magazine Page Design
HRA Poster Promotion – The Delta, Spring 2025

First Place – Magazine Excellence Awards – Feature Article Design
"Soundbite: An Interview with Dillon Basse" – The Delta, Spring 2025

Second Place – Magazine Excellence Awards – Special or Recurring Section Design
"The Commander’s Dinner" – The Delta, Spring 2025

The Fraternity extends its sincere appreciation to the talented team at Tria Designs, led by Bruce Tria, whose creativity and expertise helped bring these award-winning pages to life and furthered the proud legacy of our magazine.

Congratulations and Hi Rickety to Past Grand Chaplain and recent Hall of Honor inductee Fr. Joe Weber (Michigan State) on celebrating the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the Catholic priesthood. Today, Father Weber will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving at Our Lady of the Pillar Catholic Church in St. Louis in honor of this remarkable milestone. Ordained on May 22, 1976, Father Weber has devoted five decades to faithful service, spiritual leadership, and ministry, impacting countless lives along the way. Sigma Nu proudly joins in congratulating Father Weber on his Golden Jubilee and expressing gratitude for his enduring commitment to faith, brotherhood, and service.