Sigma Alpha Epsilon

QUICK FACTS

Founded: March 9, 1856 at the University of Alabama

Chi Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon at UC San Diego was founded in 2026

Colors: Royal Purple and Old Gold

President: Alexander Slape

Recruitment Chair: Shanyu Chauhan

At Sigma Alpha Epsilon, our mission is to build leaders and foster lifelong brotherhood through the values of friendship, scholarship, leadership, and service. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and guided by our creed of “The True Gentleman,” we challenge our members to pursue personal growth, academic achievement, and integrity in every aspect of life. Whether through campus involvement, philanthropy, professional networking, or the lifelong connections formed within our brotherhood, Sigma Alpha Epsilon provides men with the support, opportunities, and experiences needed to thrive during college and long after graduation.

Becoming a founder of this chapter was personally one of my best choices. SAE gave me and anyone else the opportunity to truly be a leader among the people I’ve grown closest to. I love being part of this growing Greek community and will forever be grateful for Sigma Alpha Epsilon and the bonds of our emerging chapter.

-Alexander Slape