Our History

The Missouri Beta Chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon was chartered at Washington University on April 30, 1892, making it the second oldest fraternity chapter located on WashU’s campus. Our founders were Curtis R. Haydon and M. B. Yeaman. Over 1,800 men have been initiated into Sigma Alpha Epsilon through the Missouri Beta Chapter. The brotherhood strives not only for social leadership, but academic excellence and the strongest bonds of friendship.

The mission of Sigma Alpha Epsilon is to promote the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, and service for our members based upon the ideals set forth by our Founders and as specifically enunciated in “The True Gentleman.”