Tau Kappa Epsilon

Fraternity · Interfraternity Council

Known as Teke

Epsilon Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon is a social fraternity that prides itself on helping men become the best forms of themselves.

Council

Interfraternity Council

At Iowa State

Since 1915

Housing

Chapter house

Founded

Nationally in 1899

About the chapter

We help our men develop socially, academically, and morally. Despite being a large chapter, we are extremely tight knit. The chapter has won 14 consecutive Top TKE awards for being a top-performing chapter and is the longest standing TKE chapter internationally. Our characteristics, Scholarship, Character, Leadership, Teamwork, Service, and Brotherhood are what we live by. Our goal is to not meet expectations but exceed them. If you are wanting to exceed expectations, then Tau Kappa Epsilon is the place for you!

“Joining Tau Kappa Epsilon has truly enhanced my collegiate experience. TKE has allowed me to step outside my comfort zone, grow as a leader, and develop life long friendships. This chapter has transformed me as a person, which is something I am forever grateful for.”

Vasilios Karavitis, 2026 Chapter President

Chapter facts

Motto: Better Men for a Better World
Philanthropy: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Address: 224 Ash Avenue, Ames
Alcohol: Alcohol-free chapter house

As listed by Tau Kappa Epsilon 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

Chapter details and photo come from Iowa State's Office of Sorority and Fraternity Engagement · 49 student members listed on stuorg.