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RUSH SIGMA NU AT NIU

IFC RUSH & RECRUITMENT

JOIN THE BEST FRATERNITY AT NIU 

THETA ETA CHAPTER • NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY

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.

Rush Process at Northern Illinois University

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.

Recruitment and Rush Info for Fraternity Rush at NIU

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.

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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.

Rush Sigma Nu at NIU

WEEK ONE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND | FOOTBALL
6PM @ BEHIND GRANT TOWERS
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD | GAME NIGHT
6PM @ SIGMA NU HOUSE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH | BASKETBALL
6PM @ THE REC CENTER
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH | SOFTBALL
6PM @ OUTDOOR REC
CONTACT US FOR INFO OR RIDE
PRESIDENT | THURSTON SISSON:
309.339.4979 | SC: THURSTON24
RECRUITMENT | ZACK ANDERSON:

WEEK TWO

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH | TBD
6PM @ SIGMA NU HOUSE
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH | PIG ROAST
6PM @ SIGMA NU HOUSE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH | BIG EXTENSION
6PM @ SIGMA NU HOUSE
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH | BID ACCEPTANCE DINNER
6PM @ SIGMA NU HOUSE
CONTACT US FOR INFO OR RIDE
PRESIDENT | THURSTON SISSON:
309.339.4979 | SC: THURSTON24
RECRUITMENT | ZACK ANDERSON:

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 .

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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.

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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.

Sigma Nu NIU Greek Softball Team Champions

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.

Sigma Nu NIU Formal Dance Best Social Fraternity on Campus

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.