RUSH SIGMA NU AT NIU • FALL 2026
THETA ETA CHAPTER • NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Fall recruitment is approaching, and Sigma Nu is looking for men who share our values, ambitions, and drive to succeed. Theta Eta offers the opportunity to build lasting friendships, grow as an individual, and become part of a chapter that expects its members to make the most of their college experience. At NIU, our brothers challenge one another to succeed in the classroom, take on leadership roles, compete at a high level, stay involved on campus, and enjoy the social side of college responsibly. You will be surrounded by men who support your goals, hold you accountable, and want to see you succeed. Rush is your chance to meet the brothers, experience our culture firsthand, and see whether Sigma Nu feels like the right fit for you. If you have questions, need a ride, or want to learn what to expect, reach out to President Thurston Sisson or Zack Anderson below. We would be glad to hear from you.

ATTEND RUSH EVENTS
GET TO KNOW US
Join us during formal or informal Rush, spend time at the house, meet the brothers, and experience the chapter for yourself. Ask questions, see how we operate, and get a real feel for the culture... without any pressure or obligation.

MUTUAL SELECTION
THE RIGHT FIT GOES BOTH WAYS
Rush is a two-way process. You are deciding whether Sigma Nu feels right for you just as we are getting to know you. When there is a genuine fit on both sides, the chapter may extend a formal bid to join Sigma Nu Theta Eta Chapter.

NEW MEMBER PROGRAM
BUILDING YOUR FOUNDATION
After accepting a bid, new members begin an educational program focused on Sigma Nu’s history, values, expectations, and brotherhood. You’ll build relationships with your new member class while preparing for initiation into Theta Eta.

WEEK ONE
WEEK TWO
THE HIGHLIGHTS... IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
THETA ETA CHAPTER • NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
Championships, academic performance, campus leadership, and decades of brotherhood have all helped shape Theta Eta. These numbers offer a quick snapshot of what our members have accomplished, and give you a sense of the kind of chapter you would be joining.









SEE WHAT DRIVES IT
A FEW NUMBERS... ALOT OF STORY
Leadership. Academics. Athletics. Brotherhood. Each plays a different role in the Sigma Nu experience at NIU. We encourage you to take a closer look at how we develop leaders, support academic goals, compete at a high level, and build the friendships and shared experiences that have defined Theta Eta .

LEADERSHIP
CONFIDENCE THROUGH EXPERIENCE
Leadership is learned by stepping in before you feel ready. Theta Eta gives brothers room to speak up, take ownership, make decisions & grow through real responsibility.

ACADEMICS
SUPPORT DRIVES ACHIEVEMENT
College gets harder when you try to do everything alone. Theta Eta creates a culture where brothers share resources, raise expectations & keep moving forward.

ATHLETICS
RAISED TO THE STANDARD
We like to win... but the real value is what competition demands. Preparation, trust, grit, and accountability turn teammates into brothers & pressure into something we welcome.

BROTHERHOOD
SURROUNDED BY GOOD MEN
Brotherhood is built through shared experiences, traditions, challenges, and everyday moments that create genuine friendships that continue long after graduation.
NEED A RIDE OR HAVE A QUESTION?
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
Rush should feel easy, not complicated. If you need a ride to the house, have questions about an event, want to know what to expect, or simply want to talk with someone before stopping by, reach out. One of our brothers will be happy to help, answer your questions, and make sure you know where to go and when to be there.

