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TKE Vision
The TKE Vision is to be the best lifelong collegiate social
fraternity;
TKE Mission
The TKE Mission is to aid men in their mental, moral, and social
development for life;
TKE Purpose
The TKE Purpose is to contribute to the advancement of society
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TKE expects serious attention to academic performance. A strong
academic record not only prepares a student for success after
graduation, but it represents strength of mind to the world. TKE
helps our members excel in their academic life and helps them
graduate.
Over 30 scholarships rewarding academic excellence are presented
each year, and the All-Teke Academic Team recognizes chapter
leadership and academic success. The TKE Educational Foundation
offers programs to help reduce the cost of student loans.
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Generations of men have become successful in life through their
experiences in Tau Kappa Epsilon. TKE teaches the basic principles
of effective living such as integrity, honesty, and patience,
which are core values in our Fraternity.
TKE provides our members with educational opportunities that
foster academic excellence, character development, team building,
and leadership. New members are given The Teke Guide, a manual
containing the history, traditions, organization, and ideals of
the Fraternity.
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 From
my 1929 initiation into the Iota Chapter at Eureka College, to this
day, TKE has played an important role in my life. The various
offices I have held in TKE -- Big Brother, Hegemon, and Chapter
Prytanis -- provided invaluable Leadership experience. But, my most
cherished benefits from membership in TKE have been the many warm
friendships and spirit of camaraderie which are only to be found
among Fraters.
Ronald
Reagan
40th
President
of the United
States
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TKE offers young men the opportunity to develop as leaders and
prepares them to use those leadership skills throughout their
lifetime. Tekes are encouraged to take and active leadership role
in community, campus, and chapter activities. Studies show that
three fourths of U.S. senators and representatives are fraternity
or sorority members.
Regional conferences are held annually across North America to
assist chapters in all areas of operations, motivation, and
leadership. Conclave, a biennial meeting, is an opportunity for
the Fraternity to vote on legislation, elect a new Board of
Directors, recognize Tekes who have excelled, and educate our
members. Leadership Academy is a summer training program that
emphasizes self-development.
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Tau Kappa Epsilon believes that the backbone of a successful
team is based on building relationships, and developing strong
interpersonal ties. TKE helps our members reach their full
potential, and achieve a level of excellence in athletics,
Fraternity business, campus activities, or anything else they do.
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Friendships
built while in Tau Kappa Epsilon are valuable and long- lasting. The
common bond and ideals stressed by the Fraternity strengthen
friendships and give a young student a real feeling of belonging in
a new college atmosphere.
Gerald P.
Carr
NASA
Astronaut
and Commander
of Skylab IV
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| Service |
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TKE is committed to instilling a sense of responsibility and
contribution in all of our members. The Fraternity encourages
members to provide service to their campus and community through
national philanthropic activities. Fraternities and sororities
contribute countless hours and raise millions of dollars for
charitable organizations around the world.
Tau Kappa Epsilon has announced its national partnership with
the Alzheimer's Association, both in tribute to President Ronald
Reagan and as a part of its ongoing commitment to ending this
devastating disease.
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| Brotherhood |
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In Tau Kappa Epsilon more than 220,000 men have established
solid friendships that last a lifetime. Tekes all around the world
act as a network of friends, which can be very beneficial, both
personally and professionally. Stated in our Declaration of
Principles, "We believe that the essential elements of true
brotherhood are love, charity, and esteem."
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