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Senate
Resolution 572
By:
Senator Johnson of the 1st
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
the Xi-Iota Chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Kappa Sigma is the oldest Greek-lettered fraternity in the world beginning with
its inception in Bologna, Italy, in 1400, and in the United States at the
University of Virginia on December 10, 1869; and
WHEREAS,
the Xi-Iota Chapter of Kappa Sigma was founded on the campus of Columbus State
University by 16 men on November 16, 1996, with the goal of bringing the pride
and legacy of the Star and Crescent to Columbus State University;
and
WHEREAS,
the Xi-Iota Chapter of Kappa Sigma has initiated over 100 men during its ten
years on campus and has continually led other fraternities in areas such as
academic excellence, intramural sports, and philanthropic events;
and
WHEREAS,
the Xi-Iota Chapter of Kappa Sigma currently consists of 25 active brothers and
ranks as the number one fraternity at the university in terms of
academics.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body commend
the Xi-Iota Chapter of Kappa Sigma for their fine achievements at Columbus State
University.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Xi-Iota Chapter of
Kappa Sigma.