Sigma Phi Epsilon

Sigma Phi Epsilon
ΣΦΕ
The official coat of arms of Sigma Phi Epsilon.
FoundedNovember 1, 1901; 123 years ago (1901-11-01)
Richmond College
TypeSocial
AffiliationIndependent
Former AffiliationNIC
StatusActive
ScopeNational
MottoBuilding Balanced Men
PillarsVirtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love
Colors  Red,   Purple, and   Gold
Flag
FlowerViolet and Dark Red Rose
PhilanthropyBig Brothers Big Sisters
Chapters221[1]
Members14,105[1] active
325,252[1] lifetime
HeadquartersZollinger House
310 S. Boulevard

Richmond, Virginia 23220
United States
Websitewww.sigep.org

Sigma Phi Epsilon (ΣΦΕ), commonly known as SigEp, is a social college fraternity for male college students in the United States. It was founded on November 1, 1901, at Richmond College, which is now the University of Richmond, and its national headquarters remains in Richmond, Virginia. It was founded on three principles: Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love (often abbreviated as "VDBL"). Sigma Phi Epsilon is one of the largest social fraternities in the United States in terms of current undergraduate membership.[2]

  1. ^ a b c "Sigma Phi Epsilon". Sigma Phi Epsilon.
  2. ^ "Fraternity Facts - The National Fraternity". Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. Retrieved 2010-03-23.