Kappa Sigma Sigma
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ΚΣΣ is a local fraternity
which was founded in 1916 at the University of Redlands
. The fraternity headquarters is known as the "Bird House" and it is located at 1235 Sylvan Blvd. Kappa Sigma Sigma currently has 25 active members and a well organized alumni association of over 1,000. Kappa Sigma Sigma is the only fraternity at the U of R which has never lost its charter
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. The seven founders met in the dental office of Dr. W. H. Heacock in the Fischer Building and seriously agreed upon the formation of the new fraternity which would have high ideals and be helpful to the school. It is significant that the early gatherings of the group were opened with a Scripture
reading and a word of prayer
. Leonard Cooper was elected as the First President and was an energetic and diplomatic leader. The first important move was the securing of Sawyer Hall as the first fraternity house
. "Mother" Sawyer was the only house mother of Kappa Sigma Sigma. During this period the official colors were selected and the pin was designed by Fred D. Fagg, Jr.
The grip, password
, and whistle
were adopted November 14, 1916.
and bonfire
pits, outdoor cooking facilities, and plenty of room for social gatherings. A seasonal creek known as the Zank runs through the estate and a wooden bridge provides a passable crossing.
Kappa Sig’s are known to pride themselves on the condition of their fraternity headquarters and for a number of years it has been the only inhabited house on “the row”. In June 2006 the Bird House was closed because of a renovation on fraternity row. In January, 2007, the Bird House reopened to the fraternity. After months of work both the "Bird House" and Fraternity Row now have a 21st century look.
and Swimming
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Also Two have since been elected as University of Redlands
Student Body President
Jason O'Donnell for the 2005–2006 school year and Troy Campbell for the 2007 - 2008 school year.
Fraternities and sororities
Fraternities and sororities are fraternal social organizations for undergraduate students. In Latin, the term refers mainly to such organizations at colleges and universities in the United States, although it is also applied to analogous European groups also known as corporations...
which was founded in 1916 at the University of Redlands
University of Redlands
The University of Redlands is a private liberal arts and sciences university located in Redlands, California. The university's campus sits on near downtown Redlands. The university was founded in 1907 and was associated with the American Baptist Church. The land for the university was donated by...
. The fraternity headquarters is known as the "Bird House" and it is located at 1235 Sylvan Blvd. Kappa Sigma Sigma currently has 25 active members and a well organized alumni association of over 1,000. Kappa Sigma Sigma is the only fraternity at the U of R which has never lost its charter
Charter
A charter is the grant of authority or rights, stating that the granter formally recognizes the prerogative of the recipient to exercise the rights specified...
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History
Kappa Sigma Sigma was founded on May 10, 1916, by seven students at the University of RedlandsUniversity of Redlands
The University of Redlands is a private liberal arts and sciences university located in Redlands, California. The university's campus sits on near downtown Redlands. The university was founded in 1907 and was associated with the American Baptist Church. The land for the university was donated by...
. The seven founders met in the dental office of Dr. W. H. Heacock in the Fischer Building and seriously agreed upon the formation of the new fraternity which would have high ideals and be helpful to the school. It is significant that the early gatherings of the group were opened with a Scripture
Religious text
Religious texts, also known as scripture, scriptures, holy writ, or holy books, are the texts which various religious traditions consider to be sacred, or of central importance to their religious tradition...
reading and a word of prayer
Prayer
Prayer is a form of religious practice that seeks to activate a volitional rapport to a deity through deliberate practice. Prayer may be either individual or communal and take place in public or in private. It may involve the use of words or song. When language is used, prayer may take the form of...
. Leonard Cooper was elected as the First President and was an energetic and diplomatic leader. The first important move was the securing of Sawyer Hall as the first fraternity house
Fraternity and sorority houses
North American fraternity and sorority housing refers largely to the houses or housing areas that fraternity and sorority members live and work together in...
. "Mother" Sawyer was the only house mother of Kappa Sigma Sigma. During this period the official colors were selected and the pin was designed by Fred D. Fagg, Jr.
Fred D. Fagg, Jr.
Fred Dow Fagg, Jr. was president of the University of Southern California between 1947 and 1957. Fagg attended the University of Redlands where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Sigma. He received a law degree in 1927 from Northwestern University and later taught there. He was the fourth dean of...
The grip, password
Password
A password is a secret word or string of characters that is used for authentication, to prove identity or gain access to a resource . The password should be kept secret from those not allowed access....
, and whistle
Whistle
A whistle or call is a simple aerophone, an instrument which produces sound from a stream of forced air. It may be mouth-operated, or powered by air pressure, steam, or other means...
were adopted November 14, 1916.
Pledge Process
Kappa Sigma Sigma is known for its very difficult and secretive pledging process. The founders are credited with the drafting of the process and it is the responsibility of the Pledgemaster to ensure it is strictly adhered to. Those who complete the intensive program and enter into active membership are regarded as an elite group of men.Notable Kappa Sig's
The fraternity has produced many notable individuals including:- Warren ChristopherWarren ChristopherWarren Minor Christopher was an American lawyer, diplomat and politician. During Bill Clinton's first term as President, Christopher served as the 63rd Secretary of State. He also served as Deputy Attorney General in the Lyndon Johnson administration, and as Deputy Secretary of State in the Jimmy...
- former U.S. Secretary of State - Vern and Rich Stater - Sons of the founders of the fortune 500Fortune 500The Fortune 500 is an annual list compiled and published by Fortune magazine that ranks the top 500 U.S. closely held and public corporations as ranked by their gross revenue after adjustments made by Fortune to exclude the impact of excise taxes companies collect. The list includes publicly and...
company Stater Brothers - Fred D. Fagg, Jr.Fred D. Fagg, Jr.Fred Dow Fagg, Jr. was president of the University of Southern California between 1947 and 1957. Fagg attended the University of Redlands where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Sigma. He received a law degree in 1927 from Northwestern University and later taught there. He was the fourth dean of...
- former president of the University of Southern CaliforniaUniversity of Southern CaliforniaThe University of Southern California is a private, not-for-profit, nonsectarian, research university located in Los Angeles, California, United States. USC was founded in 1880, making it California's oldest private research university... - Judge Pat MorrisJudge Pat MorrisPatrick Joseph "Pat" Morris is an American politician. He is currently the mayor of San Bernardino, California. He currently resides in San Bernardino with his wife Sally Morris. They have two children, Katie Willis, and Jim Morris...
- Current mayorMayorIn many countries, a Mayor is the highest ranking officer in the municipal government of a town or a large urban city....
of San Bernardino, CaliforniaSan Bernardino, CaliforniaSan Bernardino is a city located in the Riverside-San Bernardino metropolitan area , and serves as the county seat of San Bernardino County, California, United States...
. - Richard C. Forde, founder of Premier Mortgage Services in Portland, Oregon.
Alumni Association
Kappa Sigma Sigma have very active alumni whose activities include the Rendezvous, the Buck of the Month Club, the Directory, and others. The Rendezvous is undoubtedly the highlight of alumni activities. This is a huge gathering of all Kappa Sigs, past and present. This day of fellowship is highlighted by the dinner where awards and presentations are given and where one may truly see fraternal spirit. The alumni always show interest in its active chapter as is demonstrated by the financial assistance the circle receives. Many house improvements have been financed by the alumni for the benefit of the active chapter.The Bird House
Construction of the Bird House began in 1953 after the members of Kappa Sigma Sigma secured a $10,000 loan. The house sits on a 2 acres (8,093.7 m²) lot in the middle of fraternity row at 1235 Sylvan Blvd. The property includes such amenities as a volleyball court, horseshoeHorseshoe
A horseshoe, is a fabricated product, normally made of metal, although sometimes made partially or wholly of modern synthetic materials, designed to protect a horse's hoof from wear and tear. Shoes are attached on the palmar surface of the hooves, usually nailed through the insensitive hoof wall...
and bonfire
Bonfire
A bonfire is a controlled outdoor fire used for informal disposal of burnable waste material or as part of a celebration. Celebratory bonfires are typically designed to burn quickly and may be very large...
pits, outdoor cooking facilities, and plenty of room for social gatherings. A seasonal creek known as the Zank runs through the estate and a wooden bridge provides a passable crossing.
Kappa Sig’s are known to pride themselves on the condition of their fraternity headquarters and for a number of years it has been the only inhabited house on “the row”. In June 2006 the Bird House was closed because of a renovation on fraternity row. In January, 2007, the Bird House reopened to the fraternity. After months of work both the "Bird House" and Fraternity Row now have a 21st century look.
Recent history
Kappa Sigma Sigma has a long tradition of producing student leaders who excel in both academics and athletics. From 2004 - 2007 many Kappa Sig's served as elected A.S.U.R. Senators Chris Tucker, Colin Hoover, Alex Strand, Rusty Walker, Jason O'Donnell, Andrew McGraw, Troy Campbell. Also Ian Calpin and Alex Strand were two brothers that competed at the national level in Water PoloWater polo
Water polo is a team water sport. The playing team consists of six field players and one goalkeeper. The winner of the game is the team that scores more goals. Game play involves swimming, treading water , players passing the ball while being defended by opponents, and scoring by throwing into a...
and Swimming
Swimming (sport)
Swimming is a sport governed by the Fédération Internationale de Natation .-History: Competitive swimming in Europe began around 1800 BCE, mostly in the form of the freestyle. In 1873 Steve Bowyer introduced the trudgen to Western swimming competitions, after copying the front crawl used by Native...
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Also Two have since been elected as University of Redlands
University of Redlands
The University of Redlands is a private liberal arts and sciences university located in Redlands, California. The university's campus sits on near downtown Redlands. The university was founded in 1907 and was associated with the American Baptist Church. The land for the university was donated by...
Student Body President
Student body president
The President of the Student Government is the highest ranking officer of a student government or student union association on the high school, college, or university level...
Jason O'Donnell for the 2005–2006 school year and Troy Campbell for the 2007 - 2008 school year.