Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded with a core principle of Sound Mind, placing emphasis on intellectual development and academic achievement. The pursuit of excellence in the classroom is a key pillar in the Balanced Man Ideal. In the realm of higher education, achieving a 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is an elusive accomplishment. It requires dedication, hard work, and a passion for learning. Connecticut Alpha is proud of its recurring academic excellence, having achieved the highest GPA of large fraternity chapters on campus for 10 consecutive semesters, most recently achieving a 3.59 chapter-wide average. This recurrence serves as proof of the consistent ambition that the chapter has toward its studies, and reflects the academic standard that its members are held to. This semester, however, the chapter set the bar a notch higher. 

Connecticut Alpha is proud to announce that 25 brothers earned perfect 4.0 GPAs this past semester. In Fall 2023, CT-A had 87 active members, meaning that 27.5% of the chapter earned no grade below an A. This impressive feat can be attributed to many motivated individuals, but more importantly, the support that brothers provide to one another. Coupled with the chapter’s academic resources such as Faculty Fellows, Learning Community Accreditation, and academic chairs, brothers are able to succeed throughout the rigor of their classes. 

Of these 25 scholars, the chapter had:

9 seniors

10 juniors

4 sophomores

1 freshman

These brothers are pursuing majors in business, engineering, computer science, communications, urban studies, exercise science, agriculture, biology, and more.

The emphasis on academic accomplishments within SigEp not only benefits the individual members but also contributes to the positive reputation of the fraternity as a whole. SigEp alumni, who have excelled in various professional fields, serve as living examples of the long-term impact of the fraternity’s commitment to academic excellence. 

In conclusion, SigEp’s dedication to academic success goes beyond mere lip service; it is ingrained in the fraternity’s core values and programs. By prioritizing intellectual growth and providing the necessary support systems, SigEp continues to produce well-rounded individuals who not only strive academically during their college years but also carry these values into their future endeavors.