Chapter History

National history

 

Tau Kappa Epsilon is an international social fraternity founded on January 10,1899, at Illinois Wesleyan University. The Pi-Alpha Chapter at AU, founded on March 11th, 1978, is one of the more than 250 active TKE chapters and colonies throughout the United States and Canada.

 

Tau Kappa Epsilon aspires to become the leading 21st century college fraternity with a focused mission on building better men who, in turn, will build a better world. We define our success by how well we advance our members’ character and personal development so that society is enriched by their leadership and contributions throughout their lives.

 

The Fraternity strives to make the Teke experience something special for every man – collegiate and alumnus alike. A Teke will excel academically, treat his fellow Fraters and others with respect and dignity, and have the opportunity to network with others who share these beliefs and experiences. The Teke experience begins at affiliation and continues throughout life, and the Fraternity strives to provide this experience for every man who meets our membership criteria, without regard to wealth, rank, or honor, but based on their personal worth and character.

 

Tekes are men from diverse backgrounds, but the TKE Nation is one which unites us all in a common bond, where we make an immeasurably positive impact on the lives of every member, in every community, and around the world.

 

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Local history
 

With more than 400 total members, the Pi-Alpha Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon is one of only four surviving chapters here at Ashland and one of the many TKE Chapters in the country.  We excel in leadership, academics, athletics, and having a good time. Widely regarded as the fraternity offering the best overall undergraduate experience, the Pi Alpha chapter was the 2015 recipient of many Awards including the Most Improved chapter.