Nashville, Tennessee -- Thirteen members of the Mu Chapter of the Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity at Southeastern Oklahoma State University recently participated in the Noble Man Institute, a retreat-based leadership program for newly initiated members based on Kouzes & Posner’s book, The Student Leadership Challenge.
Mu Chapter president-elect Caleb Phelps, a sophomore from Ada, served as a facilitator for the event, an immersive experience focused on the six core principles of the fraternity, providing an invaluable opportunity for both alumni and undergraduate members to unite and enhance their leadership skills.
Throughout the retreat, attendees engaged in a variety of activities designed to deepen their knowledge of the fraternity’s values and foster strong bonds within the Sig Tau community. The Institute featured both large group sessions and intimate, small group discussions, along with challenging outdoor ropes course exercises promoting team building and personal growth.
“This experience helped our members develop the skills necessary to become effective leaders and lifelong contributors to both the Fraternity and the Southeastern community,” said Mu Chapter president Ryan Schoeppach, a sophomore aviation professional pilot major from Clinton.
Upon their return from the Noble Man Institute, four members were elected to the Mu Chapter’s executive officer board:
- Freshman Tyler Ardese of Talihina was elected as director of member and community engagement
- Freshman Connor Maxwell of Heavener was elected as director of finance and operations
- Freshman Michael Tuck of Valliant was elected as director of education and wellness
- and Freshman Griffin Welch of Memphis, Tenn., was elected as director of recruitment
The Mu Chapter of Sigma Tau Gamma at Southeastern was founded in 1929. Sig Tau’s mission is to be a fraternity of courageous and noble gentlemen who always endeavor forward.
About Southeastern
Founded in 1909, Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Our over 6,000 students include 50% first-generation students and 28% students of Native American descent, with 82% receiving financial aid. Southeastern ranks amongst the most affordable schools in the region thanks to out-of-state tuition waivers and is proud of its exceptional affordable accredited MBA program, stellar aerospace and teacher education programs, and outstanding national ranking in graduating Native American students.
