An Overview of Xi Kappa
Xi Kappa Fraternity, Incorporated
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Xi Kappa Fraternity, Incorporated is the largest Asian-interest fraternity in the state of Georgia, with 3 chapters strong at The University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, and Emory University. Founded at the University of Georgia in 1998, Xi Kappa paves the way for those interested by offering leadership development, academic scholarship, social events, networking opportunities and an unwavering brotherhood.
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Alpha Chapter of Xi Kappa at UGA
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The Alpha Chapter of Xi Kappa Fraternity, Incorporated is located at the University of Georgia and is the first multicultural Greek organization on campus. A large part of the Asian-American community, Xi Kappa often works with organizations such as the Asian-American Students Association (AASA), Vietnamese Students Association (VSA), and the Indian Cultural Exchange (ICE) in social and philanthropic events. In addition, the chapter is a member of the UGA Multicultural Greek Council and works closely with other council organizations.
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General Information
Founding Date
February 28th, 1998 at the University of Georgia National Motto
Men of Excellence Chapters
Alpha Chapter at the University of Georgia Beta Chapter at the Georgia Institute of Technology Delta Chapter at Emory University |
Colors
Royal Blue Vegas Gold Mascot
Red Hare Pillars
Leadership Development Academic Scholarship Cultural Awareness Philanthropic Service Unwavering Brotherhood |
The History of Xi Kappa
IN THE BEGINNING
The “Xi Kappa” tradition was created out of a desire for a difference within the Southern philosophy of “Dixie.” It began as a dream envisioned by Xi Kappa Founder, Jason Dunn, to pave a way to overcome the segregation within the Asian population as well as the American culture. As this journey began, he joined forces with 8 other Asian students at the University of Georgia in 1997, to start a Greek-based organization to break the mold for the average Asian student in the Southeast.
Together, the “Xi Kappa Asian-Interest Fraternity ”was formed on February 28th, 1998. These nine men set out to create this Asian-interest fraternity with an objective to promote the very Asian heritage that brought them together. Despite the differences in personalities and backgrounds, they bonded together to work for that common objective. These nine men challenged themselves to come together and form a brotherhood for students with the same Asian heritage and interest to bond and share their common cultural backgrounds. These nine men are the Founders of Xi Kappa:
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Our Pillars and Values
Cultural Awareness Our fraternity prides itself in having a long history of culture and heritage with many of our traditions still practiced today. While the fraternity was founded upon Asian culture, today, we're proud to have one of the most diverse groups of individuals and cultures and we're continually looking to add to it. |
Philanthropic Service As one of our key pillars, philanthropy holds a special place within our fraternity with our main point of emphasis focused on Mental Health Awareness. Each semester, we host multiple seminars and fundraisers to provide support to the following causes: Mental Health, Boys & Girls Club. |
Our Policies
Anti-Hazing
Xi Kappa Fraternity, Inc. strictly prohibits hazing in any form as a term or condition of membership in the organization. No chapter of Xi Kappa is allowed to partake in any form of hazing of its prospective members.
Hazing describes a practice that puts new members in unnecessary mental and physical harm. Regardless of the many definitions and standards of what is considered “hazing”, the National Board takes any hazing allegations very seriously, and will respond appropriately. The Fraternal and Information Programming Group (FIPG) defines hazing as: "Any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: use of alcohol, paddling in any form, creation of excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside or inside of the confines of the chapter house; wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste, engaging in public stunts and buffoonery, morally degrading or humiliating games and activities, and any other activities which are not consistent with academic achievement, fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution or applicable state law." |
Sexual Misconduct
The fraternity will not tolerate or condone any form of sexist or sexually abusive behavior on the part of its members, whether physical, mental or emotional. This is to include any actions which are demeaning to women or men, such as verbal harassment. The fraternity will not tolerate sexual assault in any form.
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Interested in joining Xi Kappa?
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