Sophomore with a Major in Finance from Kilbourne, IL  (Havana High School).  Joining Sigma Nu changed my outlook on Greek life. The brotherhood I found immediately broke down any negative preconceptions I had before coming to NIU. I was looking for a place where I belonged and where I could surround myself with like‑minded guys who shared my values and ambitions. This fraternity has developed me into someone who leads with character and purpose. The attributes I have gained from the alumni and Nationals Organization has helped me excel in other student organizations across campus. The culture of accountability and encouragement within the house has pushed me to take initiative and grow into roles where I could contribute meaningfully within the chapter.

Junior with a Major in Kinesiology from Downers Grove, IL  (Downers Grove South HS).  I joined Sigma Nu because I wanted to meet new people and get involved after coming to NIU. Since I didn’t know anyone when I started college, I was looking for a place where I could build friendships and feel like I belonged. Before joining, I didn’t know much about fraternities, but after getting to know the brothers of Sigma Nu, I quickly realized it was much more than a social organization. It provided a true sense of brotherhood, support, and opportunities for personal growth. Through Sigma Nu, I’ve built lifelong friendships, become involved across campus, and developed leadership skills by serving in multiple chapter positions. Being a part of Sigma Nu has made my college experience more rewarding and has helped shape the person I am today.

Senior with a Major in Accounting from Frankfort, IL  (Lincoln Way East High School).  I joined Sigma Nu to meet new people and build meaningful friendships, but it has become much more than that. Through Sigma Nu, I have developed as a leader, strengthened my character, and grown both personally and professionally. The fraternity has provided opportunities to get involved across campus, including serving within the Interfraternity Council, where I have expanded my leadership experience and built valuable connections. Sigma Nu has challenged me to step outside my comfort zone, pursue excellence, and become the person I am today. I am grateful for the friendships, experiences, and lessons that continue to shape my future.

Junior with a Major in Sports Management from Deforest, WI  (DeForest High School). I joined Sigma Nu because when I came to college, I did not know anyone and was looking for a way to meet people and get involved on campus. Before coming to NIU, I did not know what fraternities were or what they had to offer. After meeting the members of Sigma Nu, I realized it was more than just a social organization and that it provided a strong sense of brotherhood and support. Joining helped me make friendships, become more involved on campus, and grow as a leader through different positions within the chapter. Sigma Nu has given me a community that has made my college experience much more enjoyable and meaningful.

Senior with a Major in Finance from Naperville, IL  (Neuqua Valley High School). I joined Sigma Nu because I wanted to meet more people on campus and find a group where I truly fit in. After getting to know the brothers, I realized Sigma Nu was the place where I felt the most comfortable and connected. Since joining, I have met many successful alumni who helped me expand my network and learn more about opportunities outside of campus. My involvement grew when I joined the executive board as Recorder in Fall 2024. I later became Vice President for the Spring 2025 through Fall 2025 term, then returned as Recorder for Spring 2026 through Fall 2026. I also joined the Student Government Association as a Senator, which has helped me stay involved and continue growing as a leader on campus.

Junior with a Major in Sports Management from Morris, IL  (Morris High School).  I joined Sigma Nu to meet new people and build meaningful friendships, but it has become much more than that. Through Sigma Nu, I have developed as a leader, strengthened my character, and grown both personally and professionally. The fraternity has provided opportunities to get involved across campus, including serving within the Interfraternity Council, where I have expanded my leadership experience and built valuable connections. Sigma Nu has challenged me to step outside my comfort zone, pursue excellence, and become the person I am today. I am grateful for the friendships, experiences, and lessons that continue to shape my future.

Senior with a Major in Mechanical Engineering from Joliet, IL  (Joliet High School).  I joined Sigma Nu because of its strong sense of brotherhood and the values it upholds—Love, Honor, and Truth. During my time in Sigma Nu, I served as the Athletic Chairman and currently serve as the Sentinel. I am also involved in the Student Government Senate and am a member of the club baseball team. Joining Sigma Nu has been the best decision I have made. It has helped me build lifelong connections, given me a brotherhood that will last a lifetime, and helped me grow into a better leader.

Senior with a Major in Mechanical Engineering from Joliet, IL  (Joliet High School).  I am a member of the executive board, serving as Chaplain. I joined Theta Eta because I wanted to be part of an organization that would help me develop as a leader, build lasting friendships, and give me opportunities to create positive impacts on campus. To me, Sigma Nu means being surrounded by people who push me to be better while making college an experience I’ll never forget. I was in involved in the Justice and Sustainability Association, but I left because all of their events were at the same times as ours. I’m looking at joining the History Club in the fall instead because it’s ran by a professor I once had.

Senior with a Major in Marketing from Aurora, IL  (Aurora Christian High School).  I joined Sigma Nu because everyone is extremely fun to be around and super welcoming. Sigma Nu has given me a great group of people who see the best In me and push me to be better everyday. Sigma Nu has taught me that you can achieve anything you put your mind to with hard work and dedication.

PLEDGED: Fall 2019
DEGREES: NIU Political Science and Psychology Magna Cum Laude.  University of Illinois-Champaign Law School.  JD Northwestern University: Masters of Law in Legal Taxation
PERSONAL: Mokena, IL • Travel, Fine Dining, Golf, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Fitness
PROFESSIONAL: Managing Attorney @ Lythberg Law, LLC Cameron Lythberg

"I was drawn to Sigma Nu for the chapters track record of campus leadership. I was given the tools to succeed in grad school and beyond, working now to continue our unparalleled record of creating leaders."

PLEDGED: Fall 2010
DEGREES: B.S. Psychology
PERSONAL: Bolingbrook, IL • Outside of work, I enjoy photography and travel,
stay involved in civic organizations, and spend time with my longtime girlfriend Julia, an NIU Sigma Sigma Sigma alumnae.
PROFESSIONAL: Technical Success Manager at Qualtrics

"Served Sigma Nu and the NIU community in leadership roles at both the local and national levels. Served as Eminent Commander in 2021 while simultaneously serving on Sigma Nu Fraternity’s National Board of Directors.  In 2022, Elected Student Body President at NIU, advocating on behalf of the student body and working closely with university leadership on initiatives impacting campus life and student engagement.  Currently serve the National Fraternity on the Board of Directors for the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation, supporting the organization’s mission of leadership development, scholarship, and lifelong learning for future generations of Sigma Nu members."

PLEDGED: Spring 2021
DEGREES: Bachelors in Finance, Minor in Sales / Marketing
PERSONAL: Earlyville, IL • 6th Generation family farm where we raise corn and soybeans commercially in rural Illinois. We also raise apples and sweet corn for the local community.
PROFESSIONAL: Off the farm I work for Peoples Company, where we provide farm brokerage for buying and selling farm property, appraisals, and land management.

"Served as Treasurer for both the undergraduate chapter and the Student Government Association, managing total budgets in excess of $350,000.  As part of the Alumni Board, it is my goal to encourage and mentor our undergraduates in their growth and development and expand the strength of our alumni group."

PLEDGED: Spring 2019
DEGREES: Operations Management & Information Systems (OM&IS) '22
PERSONAL: Austin, TX • Hobbies include traveling, professional development, and many creative outlets.
PROFESSIONAL: Business & Cybersecurity Consultant | Booz Allen Hamilton

"Served as Marshal and participated in SGA, Order of Omega, and several other student organizations. Proudly served as Tugs Captain during our “Back-to-Back with a 2-Year Gap” post-COVID 2022 championship team. As an alumnus, I've flown to Florida, Atlanta, and Texas to attend Grand Chapter and other national Sigma Nu events. Driven by the mission to be "NIU's Leading Fraternity.""

PLEDGED: Fall 2018
DEGREES: Biochemistry
PERSONAL: Lake Forest, IL / Chicago Loop • Hobbies include boating, weightlifting, cocktails, and winning.
PROFESSIONAL: Financial Advisor | Merrill Lynch

"Served as Recruitment Chairman, Lt. Commander, SGA Vice President, and IFC President. My Sigma Nu undergraduate peers and alumni challenged me to achieve my personal best outside the classroom and develop leadership skills. Now I give back by coaching and mentoring our undergraduates. It’s a great experience being part of an Alumni team with a vision to execute excellence for a good cause. Serving on the Alumni Chapter Board with some of my closest friends is very rewarding."

PLEDGED: Fall 1987
DEGREES: Interpersonal Communications '92
PERSONAL: North Aurora, IL • Married 30 years to Demetra. Two children, Athena and Jack.
PROFESSIONAL: Worldwide Account Manager | FedEx

"Served as Recruitment Chairman my senior year. Grateful for nearly 40 years of friendships and experiences. Served as Chapter Advisor on and off since graduation. Honored as “Chapter Advisor of the Year” by NIU in 2024 and Sigma Nu National Fraternity in 2025. Proud to advance the “NIU’s Leading Fraternity” culture with our undergraduates. Committed to finally purchasing a chapter house for Theta Eta to ensure our legacy of excellence for decades to come."

PLEDGED: Fall 1970
DEGREES: Bachelor, Business Marketing
PERSONAL: Spring Hill, TN • Married to Lynn. Two daughters and four grandchildren.
PROFESSIONAL: Retired | Hormel Foods Corp.

"Tim Eichler lived next to me at Stevenson North. He pledged in Fall 1969. Chuck Black and I lived on the same floor, and John White lived a few floors above us at Stevenson. All three of us pledged together in Fall 1970. After being Knighted, I held the office of Recorder in 1971 and Lt. Commander in 1972. I also created an all-inclusive Theta Eta Chapter History photo album, taking photos and stories from previous chapter photo albums and compiling them into one in the winter of 1971. I accompanied Commander Dick Storm to an American Red Cross banquet dinner in Fall 1972 to receive a plaque recognizing Sigma Nu’s annual Blood Drive Program."

PLEDGED: Fall 1970
DEGREES: B.S. Marketing
PERSONAL: San Diego, CA • Married for 33 years to Sheryl. Lived in Bartlett and Hinsdale, IL. Hobbies include bike riding, fitness, fine dining, and good margaritas.
PROFESSIONAL: Business Owner | San Diego & Orange County Markets

"Lived in Stevenson North my freshman year and got acquainted with John White, Bob Zak, and Gene Heino. Moved into the House in Fall 1970 as an independent and pledged that semester. I was Social Chairman for three years, headed the Alumni Housing Corp, and led the Alumni Golf Outing Committee for many years."

PLEDGED: Fall 1985
DEGREES: B.A. in Communications: Radio • TV • Film, Magna Cum Laude with University Honors
PERSONAL: Madison, WI • Married to Lisa, a Delta Zeta alumna, for 33 years. Daughter Lindsey lives in New Zealand, and son Ben lives in Madison, WI.
PROFESSIONAL: Managing Partner & Senior Executive Producer | Kingdom Filmworks and Shine United

"Joined Sigma Nu in Fall 1985 after my parents asked me not to join a fraternity. They became regular Parents Day attendees who later admitted that joining Sigma Nu was a great decision. I was an active member for four years, served as Eminent Commander and IFC Vice President. Graduated in summer 1989 and am proud to count many of my brothers among my closest friends to this day. My four years in the house make up a significant chapter of my life. Interesting sidenote: Tony Marsiglia gave me my first job out of college working as a copywriter at Responsive Marketing Communications in Schaumburg, IL."

PLEDGED: Fall 2006
DEGREES: Economics
PERSONAL: Chicago, IL • Family includes a wife and daughter. Hobbies include working out, watching sports, and playing guitar in an early 2000s pop punk cover band.
PROFESSIONAL: Pre-Employment Law Enforcement Background Investigator

"First Eminent Commander of the rechartering colony in Fall 2006. One of the original 16 members of the “Alpha Class” that set Theta Eta 2.0 in motion."

PLEDGED: Fall 2006
DEGREES: B.S. Organizational Management • M.S. Ed Higher Education Administration
PERSONAL: Cumming, GA • Hobbies include hiking, boating, canoeing, quality time with the PS5, the occasional cocktail, and frequent quality meals.
PROFESSIONAL: Director of Finance | City of Roswell, GA

"Sigma Nu found me when SNHQ was recruiting the candidate class for our re-colonization. Brent Keller felt we could make a positive, lasting impact on the fledgling group. He became Historian, largely responsible for our rechartering information. I served multiple years as Treasurer. Together, we left a tradition of campus leadership that carries through to today. After relocating to Indianapolis, I served as Chapter Advisor to the Epsilon Mu Chapter at Butler University for 14 years. Upon relocating to Georgia, I left the chapter with a fully formed alumni board."

PLEDGED: Fall 2006
DEGREES: B.S. Public Health, Northern Illinois University • Doctor of Physical Therapy, Northwestern University • Residency/Fellowship, University of Illinois at Chicago • M.S. Clinical Translational Research, University of Southern California
PERSONAL: Redondo Beach, CA • Family includes wife and daughter. Hobbies include friends, travel, weight training, music, and beer.
PROFESSIONAL: Doctor of Physical Therapy & Associate Professor | USC

"One of the original SNHQ invitees to recolonize Theta Eta. Recruited our first Commander, Adam Kalkman, my roommate, among others. Served as inaugural Recruitment Chair and later Social Chair. Part of the inaugural Tugs team, 2nd place Greek Physique lightweight, and IFC Rep."