Excellence for Life

Sigma Nu is more than a place to live and more than something you join for four years. It is a brotherhood built on shared values and a lifelong commitment to excellence. Known as the Legion of Honor, Sigma Nu brings together men who hold one another to a higher standard and push each other to lead with character, integrity, and purpose.

At Gettysburg, our chapter is rooted in the belief that brotherhood goes deeper than common interests. Our strength comes from diversity of background, perspective, and ambition. What unites us is a commitment to excellence in leadership, scholarship, athletics, service, and social life. The bond you build here does not end at graduation. It becomes a lifelong connection and a home base you can return to for years to come.

The House

In 1969, our chapter purchased the current house from the founder of Gettysburg Hospital. Since then, generations of brothers have preserved its original character while shaping it into an environment designed for college life. We are one of only three fraternities on campus to fully own our house, and it is one of the most beautiful houses at Gettysburg College.

The house is more than a residence. It is where late night conversations turn into lifelong friendships, where traditions are passed down, and where memories are made. With comfortable common spaces, recreation areas, and dedicated study resources, it is a place that balances productivity and camaraderie.

Scholarship

A fraternity should elevate your college experience, not distract from it. At Gettysburg, where students invest significantly in their education, Sigma Nu is committed to making that investment count.

Our chapter consistently ranks among the top fraternities in GPA and has earned the highest overall Greek GPA in recent years. With brothers representing a wide range of majors, academic success is part of our culture. Resources such as multiple quiet study rooms, a leadership program, and a structured tutorial program ensure that every member has the support needed to excel. Excellence in the classroom is not optional, it is expected.

Social Life and Brotherhood

Sigma Nus work hard and enjoy every moment of college life. Our calendar is packed with events that bring the campus together and strengthen our bond as brothers.

From large all campus theme parties to our Christmas and White Rose formals, alumni crab feasts, date nights, road trips, and sorority co-sponsored events, there is always something happening at the house. Informal gatherings are just as important, whether it is a spontaneous cookout or a night spent around the pool table or ping pong table. These experiences create stories that last a lifetime.

Athletics

From varsity athletics to Greek intramurals, Sigma Nu brothers compete with intensity and pride. Many of our members represent Gettysburg at the varsity level, while others dominate the intramural fields and courts. Our in-house weight room and competitive spirit keep us sharp year round.

Athletics at Sigma Nu are about more than winning. They are about discipline, teamwork, and representing the brotherhood with pride.

A Pledge Process Built on Honor

Since its founding in 1869 at the Virginia Military Institute, Sigma Nu has stood firmly against hazing. The fraternity was created on the principles of Love, Truth, and Honor, and those values remain central today.

The pledge process is designed to unify a class, educate new members about our history and operations, and integrate them fully into the brotherhood. It is challenging, meaningful, and built to develop character and leadership.

Service and Leadership

Service is a responsibility we take seriously. Sigma Nu raises money for charitable causes and actively serves both the local community and organizations beyond campus. Leadership in service reflects our belief that excellence is measured not only by personal achievement, but by impact on others.

A Legacy of Leaders

Founded in 1869 at the Virginia Military Institute, Sigma Nu has grown to more than 250 chapters across the United States and Canada and ranks among the largest fraternities in active membership. Our chapter at Gettysburg dates back to 1891 and continues to build on that legacy.

Throughout its history, Sigma Nu has shaped leaders across every field. Notable members include:
Harrison Ford — Award winning actor and global icon of film.
John Elway – Hall of Fame quarterback and Super Bowl champion.
Phil Mickelson – Six time major champion and World Golf Hall of Fame member.
David Schwimmer – Actor best known for playing Ross on Friends.
Luke Bryan – Award winning country music artist.
Tom Osborne – Legendary Nebraska football coach and former U.S. Congressman.
Mark Warner – U.S. Senator and former Governor of Virginia.
Carlos Ghosn – Former CEO of Renault and Nissan.
Archie Manning – Former NFL quarterback and patriarch of the Manning football family.
Lloyd Bentsen — U.S. Senator and 1988 Vice Presidential nominee known for decades of national leadership.
Bear Bryant — Legendary Alabama football coach and one of the greatest leaders in college sports history.
Clarence Kelley — Former Director of the FBI who led the bureau through a transformative era.
Bob Barker — Longtime television host and cultural staple of American entertainment.
Vance Brand — NASA astronaut who flew four space missions, including Apollo and Space Shuttle flights.
Pat Riley — NBA champion coach and executive known for building championship teams.
They represent what is possible when men commit themselves to excellence for life.

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Choosing a fraternity is about finding the place where you will grow the most, be challenged the most, and build relationships that last well beyond college. Sigma Nu offers all of that and more.

This is not just four years. This is a brotherhood for life.

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