History

The Delta Gamma Chapter of Sigma Nu was founded in 1908 at Columbia University. Celebrating our centennial in 2008, the chapter has a long standing history on campus.

Columbia University’s Interfraternity Council Awards:

Outstanding Chapter (2009)

Achievement in Campus Involvement (2009)

Sigma Nu Fraternity Awards:

10% Challenge (2009)

Increase of Manpower Award (2009)

Introduction

Sigma Nu's past is a proud and colorful one. Founded by three cadets at the Virginia Military Institute in a period of civil strife known as the Reconstruction, Sigma Nu represented a radical departure from the times. The system of physical abuse and hazing of underclassmen at VMI led to James Frank Hopkins, Greenfield Quarles, and James McIlvaine Riley to form the 'Legion of Honor' which soon became Sigma Nu Fraternity. So, amidst a backdrop of turmoil, North America's first 'Honor' fraternity was established.