Welcome to our Fraternity!
Delta Rho chapter of Sigma Chi Fraternity
RUSH UPDATE - FA20/SP21
In spite of the pandemic, the Delta Rho chapter is currently recruiting new members for this school year. If you are interested in rushing, contact Ben Phifer (312-961-6248) or James Farmer (314-602-5470) for more information.
Covid-19 Updates
At this time, due to the recent Bradley University policies regarding the COVID-19 virus, along with health and safety regulations from the CDC, state of Illinois, City of Peoria, and our own executive committee, no guests, unless authorized by the executive board, for official chapter business and/or upkeep, shall be permitted within the confines of the chapter property.
Any visitors, shall be required, upon entry, to sign our liability weaver form, and return it to our Consul or Pro Consul before exiting the chapter premises. No exceptions shall be granted.
If you have any questions regarding the handling of COVID-19, safety precautions, chapter policies, enforcement of policies, or general inquiries, please contact
Any visitors, shall be required, upon entry, to sign our liability weaver form, and return it to our Consul or Pro Consul before exiting the chapter premises. No exceptions shall be granted.
If you have any questions regarding the handling of COVID-19, safety precautions, chapter policies, enforcement of policies, or general inquiries, please contact
Chapter Overview
Established as the Sigma Phi local at 11am on November 11, 1911 (The 11th hour of the 11th day, or the 11th month of the 11th year of the 20th century). Altogether, between 1911 and 1949, the Sigma Phi local initiated 852 men.
Sigma Phi Founders were Homer S. Jacquin, Eugene M. Harsch, and George Coriell. The first pledge was Bruce Lackland.
Jazquin, Coriell, and Lackland were present when the local became Delta Rho of Sigma Chi on May 28 th , 1949. Jacquin and
Lackland also became members—possibly Coriell, but we are unable to find him in the database.
The active members of the charter class of Delta Rho numbered 73. Another 43 Alumni of the Sigma Phi local also became
members that day. The fraternity ranked 3rd among Bradley university fraternities in GPA that first year.
Delta Rho Chapter house dedicated same year—on September 18, 1949. According to The Magazine of Sigma Chi, February
1950, they opened the house essentially debt-free.
The house survived until 2007 when it was acquired by the university and razed. A new Delta Rho Chapter house opened in
September 2007. For over thirteen years, the Delta Rho chapter has seen prosperity and growth in numbers, securing our status on the Bradley University campus.
Sigma Phi Founders were Homer S. Jacquin, Eugene M. Harsch, and George Coriell. The first pledge was Bruce Lackland.
Jazquin, Coriell, and Lackland were present when the local became Delta Rho of Sigma Chi on May 28 th , 1949. Jacquin and
Lackland also became members—possibly Coriell, but we are unable to find him in the database.
The active members of the charter class of Delta Rho numbered 73. Another 43 Alumni of the Sigma Phi local also became
members that day. The fraternity ranked 3rd among Bradley university fraternities in GPA that first year.
Delta Rho Chapter house dedicated same year—on September 18, 1949. According to The Magazine of Sigma Chi, February
1950, they opened the house essentially debt-free.
The house survived until 2007 when it was acquired by the university and razed. A new Delta Rho Chapter house opened in
September 2007. For over thirteen years, the Delta Rho chapter has seen prosperity and growth in numbers, securing our status on the Bradley University campus.
INCOMING FRESHMAN
Rush is a very exciting time in a young man's life. It allows freshman males to come together, and see what Greek Life has to offer them. Whether you are a legacy, have your heart set on a specific house, or are not entirely sure what Rush is, we encourage you to formally rush. It offers you many opportunities, and the chance to make lifelong friends.
UPDATE: Stay tuned for more information on Fall Rush. We are planning to begin extending bids soon.
UPDATE: Stay tuned for more information on Fall Rush. We are planning to begin extending bids soon.
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