Sigma Chi - University of Missouri

PAGE 5 SIGMA CHI AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI Our Challenges and Needs X i Xi has withstood the test of time. From Depressions to World Wars to a Global Pandemic, we have learned from over 100 years and our previous rechartering that we are a Chapter made up of strong People. is knowledge will guide us on this quest to bring our Brothers home to 500 S. College Avenue into our classic and storied Chapter House. We need to revitalize the bones of the house to be more reliable, efficient, and to require fewer repairs. We intend to build a renewed place where young men grow into Transformational leaders while creating the memories that build bonds of brotherhood. As we stand on the cusp of moving our Chapter back into our house, there has never been a more opportune moment to rally support and raise the necessary funds to ensure our return is not only successful but also transformative, built to last for the decades ahead. By revitalizing our fraternity, we have the chance to cultivate new friendships and strengthen existing ones, redefining the Purpose of our Sigma Chi brotherhood. We know we have done this process before, but dedicated alums have been at work to begin anew again —in ways to last permanently. We have learned from our history, and we are ready to take our place as leaders at Mizzou once more. Other fraternities and houses have undergone these types of renovations, and now is our time to level the playing field. With replacement systems, refreshed community spaces and updated furniture, we can meet the growing demand for a Residential Learning Community. Further, new private apartment complexes have been built in and near campus that feature updated amenities with private bedrooms and bathrooms. ese complexes aggressively recruit students over a year out with incentives that Greek housing cannot offer. So it's more challenging for fraternities to fill spaces in their houses. Our Place at 500 S. College Avenue puts us above the rest, but we need your help to maintain that. Fraternity homes are places where Brothers laugh, learn, and love each other. Xi Xi cultivates that Power of brotherhood for the young men of Xi Xi. ey are attracted to the Sigma Chi standards of Friendship, Justice, and Learning. But we must provide the highest housing standards once again—as we always have.

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