Sigma Nu Fraternity
Love, Honor, & Truth
Summer 2025
Congratulations to our undergraduate brothers. They had a very successful spring rush, welcoming 22 new brothers (all freshmen) into our chapter. For the first time in several years, we expect to have a full house of brothers living and dining at 230 Willard Way in the fall. Many thanks to the current brothers, undergraduate officers, and alumni who have supported our efforts to regain our standing as the best house on the hill.
Cornell Reunion in June was a great time with our alumni at the house, on the hill, on the golf course, in Collegetown, and all around town. We had strong showings by several classes, including ’20, ’15, ’85, and ’75, and you can check our photo gallery to see who was there. The class of ’85 had an especially good time, with many alumni staying in the chapter house. You can check out what our Reunion-year alumni have been up to with a set of profiles further down this page.
The brothers of Sigma Nu extend their condolences to the families of Dan Galusha ’72, who passed away on April 24, 2025, and John Lyncheski ’67, who passed away on June 9, 2025. Dan was a tireless advocate and champion of all things Sigma Nu since his days as an undergraduate. He was the president of the Gamma Theta Property Association for some 30 years, from the mid ’80s to 2013. He had an unrivaled passion for Sigma Nu and helped the chapter through times good and bad. Nothing made Dan happier than to see alumni coming through the front door of 230 Willard Way during Reunion, Homecoming, and other chapter events.
John was a stalwart supporter of Sigma Nu as a member of our Property Association advisory board for many years and president of the Fall Creek Leadership Foundation. We are forever grateful to Dan and John for their commitments and many years of service to Sigma Nu.
Sigma Nu brothers continue to gather in Ithaca and around the country. You can check out our photo galleries from recent events to see who was there.
Sigma Nu is looking great as, over the last few years, we’ve updated all the windows, installed new flooring in the Great Hall and in all bedrooms, and made other improvements. As always, the views down to the lake and beyond are spectacular, and the brothers regularly use the backyard for social activities. Check out this photo gallery to see what Sigma Nu looks like today!
The financial support of our alumni has been critical as we’ve worked our chapter nearly back to full strength and a stronger financial footing. You can join other alumni by paying your dues and by making an additional Building a Bridge contribution to the Gamma Theta Property Association or by making a donation to our Fall Creek Leadership Foundation. Thank you to all alumni for your continued support of our chapter!
Where Are They Now? The Reunion Year ’0 and ’5 Classes of Sigma Nu
Brothers from near and far headed back to campus in June for Cornell Reunion. Great showings by the classes of ’20, ’15, ’85, and ’75, and you can check our photo gallery to see who was there. The backyard was full of activity during our alumni receptions, and the class of ’85 relived their glory days with many alums staying in the house. We’ve reached out to our Reunion-year alumni to find out what they’ve been up to with a set of profiles.
Alumni Giving to Sustain the Chapter
Alumni can support the chapter in two ways:
- Pay class dues to support the alumni communication program, alumni events, and routine house maintenance.
- Donate to the Building a Bridge to the Future campaign to raise funds annually to meet budgetary shortfalls in operating the Lodge until it’s filled with live-in brothers and all brothers are dining on our meal plan.
Click on the “Give to Sigma Nu” tab and use the drop-down menu for more information on the giving options and how to make your donation. Please consider giving to one or both pathways. The generosity of Gamma Theta alumni for stepping up to meet these needs every year is appreciated greatly. We thank all the alumni who continue to support today’s undergraduate brothers.
Interested in Joining Sigma Nu Cornell?
Welcome to the Gamma Theta Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity chartered at Cornell University in 1901. Our chapter has a long, storied history at Cornell with more than 1,100 living alumni.
Mission
· To develop ethical leaders and perpetuate lifelong friendships.
· To foster personal growth of its members.
Central Values
· Love
· Honor
· Truth
Zero-Tolerance Policy
The Chapter has zero-tolerance for the following:
· All forms of hazing (physical and psychological)
· Sexual misconduct
· Use of hard liquor and drinking games
· Presence of alcohol in any form at New Member events
· Illegal drug use
Chapter Lodge
The Chapter Lodge, at 230 N. Willard Way, was built in 1910 using durable reinforced concrete construction. The Lodge overlooks Cayuga Lake and the property borders Fall Creek at the location of Ithaca Falls. For a photographic tour, click here.
If you are interested in joining Sigma Nu, please contact one of our officers and a member of the Sigma Nu team will be in touch with you!
To learn more about Sigma Nu Cornell and our brotherhood please click here.
Your Generosity Matters
Alumni dues and contributions go a long way to enhance 230 Willard Way, and recent improvements include new windows in the entire house, Great Hall furniture restoration and new kitchen storage and refrigeration equipment and appliances.
Pay alumni dues online
and contribute to Sigma Nu today!
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