Sigma Chi

Fraternity · Interfraternity Council

Known as Sig Chi

The Beta Omicron Chapter of Sigma Chi was originally founded at Iowa State University in 1916 and reestablished in 2023.

Council

Interfraternity Council

At Iowa State

Since 1916

Housing

Chapter house

Founded

Nationally in 1855

About the chapter

Built on Sigma Chi’s core values of Friendship, Justice, and Learning, Beta Omicron strives to develop transformational leaders through brotherhood, service, academic achievement, and campus involvement. Our chapter is committed to building men of strong character who make a lasting impact at Iowa State and in the lives of those around them.

“Sigma Chi is built on men who expect more from themselves and from each other. Through brotherhood, leadership, and a commitment to our values, we strive to leave Iowa State better than we found it.”

Nathan Tenney, 2026 Chapter President

Chapter facts

Motto: In Hoc Signo Vinces” (“In this sign, you will conquer.”)
Philanthropy: Huntsman Cancer Institute
Address: 138 Gray Avenue, Ames
Living: Suite-style living on the second and third floors, with rooms housing 1-4 members.
Parking: Private lot with 16 parking spaces for members living in the chapter facility.
Alcohol: Alcohol-free chapter house

As listed by Sigma Chi on its Iowa State SFE page.

How to join

IFC fraternities recruit informally 365 days a year, so there is no single sign-up week. Most chapters have a house south of campus, with room for roughly 29 to 89 members.

SFE interest form