The voices of disenfranchised and marginalized Tekes inspired the Fraternity to deepen our commitment to justice and inclusion. History will be the judge of that and of the decisions we make now to sustain Tau Kappa Epsilon for this and future generations. For the life of our campus: Tau Kappa Epsilon needs your spirit indomitable. You represent the best of the Fraternity for Life. Meanwhile, more than 70 courses across all our colleges have been infused with an entrepreneurial emphasis, and the minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation currently has 120 students enrolled. Our programming and leadership development opportunities help to develop and expand upon the true potential contained within each of us. Remarks as prepared. Kristen Griest (above), USMA Class of Furthermore, this year we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the founding of the LGBTQ+ Center on campus. In the year 2000, there were at least 100 and many more aspiring to this status.. What will the next great chapter in our history entail? I wanted to take a moment to share my journey. In 1899, when TKE was born, our Founders started the Fraternity with the purpose of preparing men for the challenges of society, certainly a noble endeavor. o How can we deepen our innovation in teaching and learning, improve advising and mentoring, and more fully capitalize on student analytics and assessment? We are now developing a systematic, integrated approach to using analytics in decision-making. Our fraternity has been made by the early initiates and this in itself was sufficient vindication of the policy we made use of in securing our first new members. How are we going to prove that we are Better Men for a Better World? * Theres a quote that has always stuck with me. On this anniversary of TKEs founding, I ask you to join me in bringing to life more fully the mission of Tau Kappa Epsilon, to renew your commitment to the Fraternity for Life, and to honor our Founders by exemplifying sterling character and staunch uprightness.. In the decade or so after WWII, the GI Bill provided the opportunity for many young peoplemainly white mento go to college. The measure of success was managing the day in front of them so they could reach tomorrow. Your engagement in Tau Kappa Epsilon will help to define our future. Collegiate chapters broke recruitment records despite social distancing. Together, they and we help define Wake Forests story. Staff had literally been sweeping floors and assembling desks the night before students arrived. As the new year kicks off, our Fraternity is poised to capitalize on strategic growth opportunities that stem from our recent policy changes and internal accountability. Phi Delta Theta not only rejected them for not being conventional, but frowned on the name Knights of Classic Lore and suggested we start a new fraternity. Much as America's founding fathers before them, our Fraternity's Founders were pioneers filled with the spirit of building a new and better enterprisenot just for them, and not just for their time, but for all brothers for all time. The mission of Tau Kappa Epsilon is not another thing on the plate. Similarly, at our founding no one could then have fully envisioned what we one day could become. Wake Forest University does not rest on a rigid slab foundation but on a growing number of piers and beams that together hold us up and expand our footprint. And we have important strategic questions related to our goals for supporting students, for the life of our community, and extending our engagement with our communities: For our academic programs: When Joseph Settles, James McNutt, Clarence Mayer, Owen Truitt, and C. Roy Atkinson gathered at 504 Locust Street in Bloomington, Illinois on January 10, 1899, and formed the Knights of Classic Lore they created a society whose avowed purpose was to aid men in their mental, moral and social development. Our mission to aid men in their moral, mental and social development for life has been present since our founding and has prevailed for 121 years. With 275,000-plus lifetime members, TKE makes a difference in the lives of thousands of men, from all across the world, each and every day. How are we going to rally together to ensure we become stronger? In our world, we live by high standards and exceptional values. Our membership is strong, our staff is top notch, and our volunteers give their heart and soul for the betterment of others. WebIt is my privilege and pleasure to welcome all of you here on the auspicious day of our school completing its 25 years and celebrating its Silver Jubilee function. With faith in our heritage, with confidence in our future, with unswerving commitment to the magnificent obsession" and with fidelity to mission, the best days of Tau Kappa Epsilon are ahead. January 18, 2018. From local chapters performing valuable services for and in their communities to distinguished alumni changing the world in virtually all fields of endeavor, Fraters in the Bond have strived to reach our goal of Better Men for a Better World. Why do we celebrate? Williams became Grand Prytanis in 1944 following a series of unexpected resignations on the Grand Council during the Second World War, there were only 11 chapters and about 100 collegiate members of Tau Kappa Epsilon at that time. Welcome to all alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends! My point was that we needed to set our sights high. There is a commitment to make our Fraternity great. Founder's Day Speech 2000. We are a university on the move. We were born a small fraternity at a small school in Illinois and have grown into a great international organization. We have many international partnerships, such as those with Kyushu University in Japan and Kassel University in Germany. On this Founders Day, help me strengthen our Fraternity for the benefit of all current and future generations of TKE Fraters. History has shown that Tekes are undeterred and undaunted by threats to the Fraternity. In 1899, a group of men living together in Bloomington, IL and attending Illinois Wesleyan University got together to form a study group. A pillar of this history is our belief in the character of every man in our membership. Capital Projects Sage Policy Group estimates, The state business community generates $340 million in additional revenues because of the operations of bwtech and it tenants. Hello and good morning to everyone present here. I often quote Aristotle: Excellence is never an accident. Our service and outreach efforts have benefitted numerous communities in desperate need of help. In order to fortify our existence and build a championship culture, we need to control our destiny through bold initiatives and progressive actions. This is my first Founders Day on campus, as it may be for many of you, and Im delighted we can meet together in person. I love the Fraternity. Its the only pathway forward for Tau Kappa Epsilon as we continue to prepare leaders for the ever-changing educational, professional, ethical and social landscape of the 21st century and beyond. Today, on our 123rd Founders Day and throughout 2022, I encourage you to engage withTKEs 1-2-3 - Connect, Celebrate and Contribute. In our world, you learn service above self. Joining a chapter of less than ten Fraters forced me and my new found family to roll up our sleeves and get to work. The Pell Grant program, which today provides extensive need-based federal student aid, was created in the Higher Education Act Amendments of 1972 under Nixon. Common ambitions and ideals were necessary. WebOn the speech day, the production designer, who has a lot of say in things, and sometimes I didn't agree with him but I had to do what I was told, wanted the speech day to be all in neutral colours for the women, which was a good thing. How will we influence the next chapter in TKEs history? Along this journey, we've learned much about ourselves and others through the community that our Fraternity provides. Tempting them is all you have to do and then stop make them feel excited about the event. Welcome speech must address all the guests and the chief guests of the event (if any) thanking them for being present and giving the auspicious event their valuable attention. 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27109, Campus Memorialization Steering Committee, University Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council (UDEIC), An engaging process is itself a valuable product, Jacqueline Travisano named Executive Vice President, Jackie Krasas named Dean of the College and Dean of the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. It was clear that the State needed more capacity for high-achieving students. Our campus has become a leader in cybersecuritya key tool for our nations securitywith work ranging from information technology to ethics. This was the year that the Board of Trustees finally voted to admit African American students. We have a strong focus on inclusive excellenceteaching students how to live and work with people different from themselves. So today, I leave you with those wise words. I love the Fraternity! One of the high honors Ive had as Grand Prytanis is appointing my good friend and fellow Xi-Iota Teke, Alexander Rudloff, to the Grand Council for us to tap his vast experience that started in our home chapter. Being a TKE for Life means acting on our values to make a better life for you and those around you. We have just launched the first Naval ROTC program in Maryland, with special support from Senator Mikulski. Our philanthropic work for the St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital and other charitable organizations has a profound effect on the lives of those around us. Topics under review include new member education, substance-free housing, and alumni engagement opportunities. We have the option of serving as a Chapter Advisor to help a local chapter. Delivered in Wait Chapel on Feb. 17, 2022. Enrollment: We also have a community based on shared values. Their decision to select our membership by an individuals personal worth and character, not by their wealth, rank or honor, had wisdom decades ahead of society at the time. We have been changing attitudes about who can succeed as we continue focusing on improving undergraduate teaching. Speech on Foundation Day of a School. The U.S. Military Academy held its annual Founders Day dinner March 16 in the Cadet Mess Hall. It is the plate. Significantly, more than one thousand Tekes since June made their first gift to the TKE Foundation through Life Loyal Teke (LLT). And, stand with me as one TKE Nation to show the world that we truly are the Fraternity for Life! In the challenges that lie ahead, there undoubtedly will be opportunities for all of us to renew our commitment, improve our ways, and exemplify the ideals of Tau Kappa Epsilon that we pledged to uphold when we assumed the Bond. Fraters, on this Founders Day and all days, I love the Fraternity! Where will the road ahead take us? Unsurprisingly, many Fraters immediately heeded the call to help TKE confront the Covid-19 headwinds and advance the cause of social justice that rang out across America. We have indeed built a better world through building better men. And contribute to Life Loyal Teke to help impact the future of Tau Kappa Epsilon at TKE.org/LLT. Can you become a chapter volunteer? What better place can an undergraduate Frater learn lifes lessons than in our fraternity? I believe that Tau Kappa Epsilon has the ability to lead the fraternal world by living our Declaration of Principles. At the same time, the landmark 1954 Supreme Court case of Brown v Board of Education of Topeka and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964again under Johnsonhelped ensure that the expansion of access could be inclusive, extending beyond just whites to African Americans and other minorities. WebI am so glad that you got to live a normal life, that you always brought me so much pride and joy, and that you now have a wonderful family of your own. Founders Day. These milestones are points of pride, but also events that we should think about deeply as we consider our own contributions to Wake Forest today. o We are an institution that can place teams in the top four nationally in mens soccer, chess, game development, and mini-Baja racing, all in one year! However, there is much more to do and the time has come for us to once again lead the way via important organizational changes. For each of us, academic success is at the core of our mission. As we mark the 124th Founders' Day in the history of our beloved Fraternity, we celebrate the 1,549 men who have officially joined the Fraternity for Life this past semester. Be responsive embracing our community and its needs Thats why Im proud of the important work being done by Wake Forests Slavery, Race, and Memory Project and particularly proud of our membership in the Universities Studying Slavery consortium. Meanwhile, we are addressing issues involving social justice, equality, race, gender, sexuality, and religion through a diverse range of courses, as well other research, community engagement, and learning opportunities. Only a small number of students lived on campus. If we truly live our mission, if we light ourselves on fire with passion for what we value, if we truly exemplify personal worth and character in the tenor of our daily lives, we will continue to inspire men and leave a trail they will follow. As an alumnus, we have similar opportunities to grow. Following Sputnik, the National Defense Education Act of 1958which provided the federal funding for students in the sciences, area studies, and foreign languageswas enacted under Eisenhower. The percentage of Americans with a college degree increased to 6 percent in 1950, and then to about 10 percent by the mid-1960s when UMBC was founded. Ingrained in the fiber of every member is the Teke spirita spirit typical of our fraternitya spirit that does not shrink from sacrifice, that knows no defeat; a spirit indomitable. Those words, cited from Frater Wallace McCauleys 1907 Opportunity Out of Defeat speech, are as relevant today as ever. Today is a celebration but also a convocation a calling together. With what resources? o We now have more than 70,000 alumni who are working in Maryland and beyond as artists, social workers, policy analysts, doctors, and dentists, healthcare workers, teachers, lawyers, engineers, and computer scientists. Upon hearing this, I extended my hand, introduced myself, and commented that as the TKE International Board Chairman, I was equally concerned about her son as I am about all of our 11,000 collegiate members. It was a wise bargain for a new university: commuters saved their money by living at home; the state saved money by forgoing the cost of residence halls. Fraters, I believe our greatest days are within our reach if we choose to embrace our values and fulfill our desire to be Better Men for a Better World. November 15th, 2018 in Executive Board, General News. Consider the year 1962 sixty years ago. As I travel TKE Nation, I consistently see the positive impact of our chapters, our alumni, our headquarters staff and our Foundation. For instance, a welcome speech gives thanks to the audience for being present despite various circumstances. For example, our Humanities and Social Sciences Forums explore key issues in our society. Whether in the chapter room or the boardroom, my time in TKE has highlighted that our Fraternity's true strength lies within our members' diversity. Some of my predecessors were faced with significant threats to the survival of Tau Kappa Epsilon. o How can we develop closer connections with Catonsville and Arbutus and create a college town atmosphere? We will be increasing enrollment as we attract more resources to hire needed faculty and staff. In 1924, at the Silver Jubilee Conclave, our founders addressed the Grand Chapter and clearly set forth the inspiration which led to their founding of our fraternity. In 1923, the Demon Deacons burst onto the scene. We were among the first 75 institutions to connect to the Internet at 100 Gigabits/second, and UMBC finds itself among the best in the nation in student analytics the use of technology in teaching, computer security, and research computing. It promises to be a magnificent celebration in the city where dreams do come true. I invite you to read Professor George LaNoues new book, entitled Improbable Excellence: The Saga of UMBC, which discusses our 50-year history and has many excellent observations about where we are today and about the challenges we will face in the future. Since 1899, Tau Kappa Epsilon has been on an enduring journey that has appealed to the nearly 290,000 men who have joined our ranks. o The latest one-year retention rate for full-time, first-time freshmen from the first to the second year is the highest ever at 87.2 percentwith little variation among racial/ethnic groups. In my tenure on the Grand Council, this has happened frequently. Better Men for a Better World is a commitment we make each and every day to each other and our beloved Fraternity. While waiting to board my flight, another person in line noticed my TKE polo shirt and initiated a conversation. This remains true today, but innovation and accountability will determine how successful we can be moving forward. Thank you for having the vision to open this university, and for carrying o Times Higher Education has ranked UMBC in the Top 100 of its Global 150 Under 50 Universities a ranking we no longer qualify for as of today! I love the Fraternity. TKE builds Better Men for a Better World. This year, nursing major Brooke Zahine '24 was selected to present Yet, despite all of what we have achieved in the past year, the existential threat to Tau Kappa Epsilon has not abated. Strengthening pre-K through 12 education, and improving teaching and learning, advising and mentoring, and student support on our campuses can elevate this rate and improve overall student success. Today, we celebrate our birthday. His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, GCON, Founder of American University of Nigeria His Excellency Rt. In their address to the Grand Chapter, they wanted to reiterate the original ideas and purposes that brought our fraternity into existence. Instead, we should confront them. Our partnerships have deepened and matured over the decades. Along with 87 other universities, we are working together to share best practices and guiding principles about truth-telling projects that address injustice in our histories. And what motivated you to join our family through your lifelong commitment to Tau Kappa Epsilon? Can you help find lost alumni? As we celebrate the 119th anniversary of Tau Kappa Epsilons founding, we once again have an opportunity to recall our origins and use them as inspiration for continued excellence in our lives. Fraters, in celebration of 120 years of Tau Kappa Epsilon, I ask that you all join me in a cohesive effort to embrace our values, expand our engagement, and fulfill our desire to be Better Men for a Better World. As a parent myself, I empathize with her and I know other parents must be feeling the same way too. These partnerships are important to the Maryland economy and the health and defense of our nation. Id like to share a story of a chance encounter I had while travelling home from a Grand Council meeting this past fall semester. o Indeed, we can report that for the 2009 cohort, after six years: In 1902, our medical school. We have educated more than one-quarter of the IT graduates in Maryland. Tekes never just sit back and rest on their laurels. They called themselves the Knights of Classic Lore. The glittering faces tell that already. This past semester, I had the honor of attending initiation at UCF and leading the Bond reading to the new Fraters. Let me give a few examples. Just 56% of students who start a bachelors degree in this country complete within six years. These traits are critical if we are to be great founders. It was 187 years ago this month that the Wake Forest Manual Labor Institute was founded about 100 miles east of here. A Private Liberal Arts University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina / Founded1834 / ProHumanitate. We believe in high expectations and have a passion for learning. That is, we are gathered to solemnly reflect upon our past and how it relates to our current moment, and to our future. Together, we can make this dream a reality and demonstrate the power of the Fraternity for Life. I want them all to be safe from harm and to benefit from their TKE experiences. To set a new standard for what fraternity means. From modest beginnings, we have solidified our place as a Doctoral University with Higher Research Activity, as designated by the current Carnegie Classification. We anticipate that, with winter, spring, and summer enrollments, as well as students in UMBC Training Centers, we will serve a total of more than 20,000 students in the coming academic year. All of us who have entered the Bond over the last 121 years is their legacy and, thanks to the vision of our Founders, we are well-positioned for continued success. Can you create a MyTKE.org account so we know you are interested in reconnecting? We would urge, therefore, as a fraternity dealing with up-to-date problems, that we should never forget the principles of true fraternalism as involved in the mutual helpfulness and the common ambition that are necessary in carrying this out. That day we had 750 students, 45 faculty members, 35 support staff, 3 new buildings, and 500 parking spaces. The things you learn in maturity aren't simple things such as In 1991, we had four separate offices that reported to three different leaders providing support for technology. Failure is not part of the fabric of Tau Kappa Epsilon. This Founders' Day, as I join all of you in reflecting on the history of our beloved Fraternity, now 116 years young, I continue to be awed by the innumerable accomplishments of Tau Kappa Epsilon. As responsible Fraters, we know we must constantly strive for excellence in our daily actions and demand the same from our fellow Fraters. We are providing academic initiatives, student affiliation opportunities, transfer student support, assistance for near-completers, and opportunities for the kind of real-world connections afforded through the Shriver Center, BreakingGround, and the Alex Brown Center for Entrepreneurship. This was after a three-year battle, where Wake Forest students played a leading role in efforts to overturn the ban on same-sex marriage ceremonies on campus. Lets keep it real, Paulette C. Walker told her sorority sisters and others at their Founders Day luncheon held in Downtown Jackson. Through the leadership of the TKE Foundation and its Chairman, James Crockard, we are more aligned than at any point in our history to grow the resources to advance the mission of our Fraternity. That fundamental membership requirement of personal worth and character has withstood the test of time, and its as relevant today as ever. All our administrative work was done via paper, and even the most basic level of data analysis was difficult and time consuming. How did we become an institution that others are seeking to emulate? o The Chronicle of Higher Education has ranked us as a Great Place to Work seven years in a row. Founders Day is always a significant day and I join you in paying tribute to those persons who through their own dedication and their tireless efforts brought this fraternity into being. As a collegiate Frater serving as an officer, we learn a sense of duty to our chapter and personal responsibility. We had two incompatible networks and two email systems that made it difficult to communicate between academic and administrative staff. We were not in harmony with many of the popular ideals of that time. We shouldnt shy away from these aspects of our past. We also need to recognize that not everything about Wake Forest was founded in the antebellum period. It means cultivating a respectful and open dialogue with those with whom we may disagree. In some ways, connecting with a chapter became easier to accomplish through virtual meetings. TKE Nation now exceeds 285,000 lifetime members and continues to grow stronger every year. It is a time to honor our It means persistently and peacefully striving on. o Most recently, an article in yesterdays New York Times provides more national exposure to our academic strengths (in research and teaching) than ever before. And while we clearly would not be here today if not for our opening in 1834, we cannot deny that our history like that of our state and indeed our nation is tied up with slavery, segregation, and Americas other injustices. Our recommendations reflect our willingness to be honest with ourselves. o Our faculty across disciplines have won a range of impressive awards. We are helping to change the culture of STEM education in the nation from weeding out students to supporting success for all students. Through the leadership of our skilled Chief Executive Officer, Donald Aldrich, our dedicated Professional Staff and critical volunteers, we weathered the pandemic and emerged with a stronger organization. Founders Day is always a significant day and I join you in paying tribute to those persons who through their own dedication and their tireless efforts brought this fraternity into being. In a real sense, you and I are the legacy of goodwill and sacrifice on the part of the founders of Tau Kappa Epsilon. But the expectations of ourselves remain constant. West Point Association of Graduates President and CEO Todd This last building is critically important to advancing those fields on our campus, and we thank Marylands public officials and its citizens for supporting its construction. We have now created more than 140 programs, initiatives, partnerships, and organizations in which our students, faculty, and staff connect to the City and its residents. WebMake sure that it is relevant to the content of your welcome speech or the point youre making.

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