Kappa Sigma: A Legacy of Distinguished Alumni

Kappa Sigma, a prominent American collegiate social fraternity, has fostered a tradition of excellence since its inception at the University of Virginia in 1869. Throughout its history, the fraternity has produced a remarkable array of accomplished alumni who have made significant contributions across various fields, leaving an indelible mark on society. Kappa Sigma is a fraternity built on great pride and a tradition of excellence, and our many distinguished alumni have served to enhance this throughout the years.

Prominent Figures in Politics and Government

Kappa Sigma boasts a distinguished roster of alumni who have excelled in the realm of politics and government, shaping policies and serving their communities with distinction.

• Robert J. Dole (Gamma-Omicron): A former Senator for Kansas (1969-1996) and the Republican Party's presidential nominee in 1996, Dole dedicated his life to public service.
• Sonny Perdue (Beta-Lambda): Served as the Governor of Georgia (2003-), leading the state with his vision and leadership.
• Richard Burr (Delta Omega): A Senator for North Carolina (2005-) and former Congressman (1992-2002), Burr has been a strong voice for his constituents.
• Ernest J. Istook, Jr. (Theta-Psi): Represented Oklahoma in Congress (1993-), advocating for his state's interests.
• Vic Snyder (Theta-Delta): Served as a Congressman for Arkansas (1997-), working to improve the lives of his constituents.
• Dustin McDaniel (Xi): Served as the Attorney General of Arkansas (2007-), upholding the law and protecting the rights of citizens.
• Ruffin G. Pleasant (Gamma): A former Governor of Louisiana (1916-1920), Pleasant led the state during a period of growth and change.
• Beauford H. Jester (Tau): Served as the Governor of Texas (1947-1949), guiding the state through a period of post-war development.
• Dwight Green (Alpha-Pi): A former Governor of Illinois (1941-1949), Green led the state during World War II and the post-war era.
• Lee S. Dreyfus (Beta-Epsilon): Served as the Governor of Wisconsin (1979-1983), implementing policies to improve the state's economy and education system.
• David C. Treen (Sigma): A former Governor of Louisiana (1980-1984), Treen focused on economic development and fiscal responsibility.
• Paul E. Patton (Beta-Nu): Served as the Governor of Kentucky (1995-2003), working to improve education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for Kentuckians.
• John Murtha (Beta-Delta): A former Congressman for Pennsylvania (1974-2010), Murtha was a strong advocate for his district and a respected voice on national security issues.
• Ken Lucas (Beta-Nu): Served as a Congressman for Kentucky (1999-2005), focusing on economic development and job creation.
• Estes Kefauver (Lambda): A former Senator for Tennessee (1949-1963), Kefauver was a champion of consumer protection and a leading voice on organized crime.
• Paul J. Fannin (Gamma Rho): A former Senator for Arizona (1959-1987), Fannin was a strong advocate for his state's interests, particularly in the areas of water and natural resources.
• Joe D. Waggonner (Epsilon-Gamma): Served as a Congressman for Louisiana (1961-1978) and former Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, playing a key role in shaping tax policy.
• Dante Fascell (Epsilon-Beta): A former Congressman for Florida (1955-1993) and former chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Fascell was a leading voice on foreign policy issues.
• Robert Hurt (Upsilon): Represented Virginia's Fifth Congressional District.
• David E. Kendall (Alpha-Pi): Attorney to President Bill Clinton, providing legal counsel during his presidency.
• Martin C. Petersen (Rho): A former Deputy Executive Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Petersen played a critical role in national security.
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Leaders in the Business World

Kappa Sigma alumni have also achieved remarkable success in the business world, leading major corporations and shaping industries.

• Craig Barrett (Beta Zeta): As Chairman and former CEO of Intel, Barrett led the company through a period of significant growth and innovation.
• Ted Turner (Beta Alpha): A media mogul who founded TNT, TBS, and CNN, Turner revolutionized the television industry.
• Todd Wagner (Beta-Theta): Co-founder of Broadcast.com, Wagner played a key role in the early days of internet broadcasting.
• Albert Bond Lambert (Zeta): An early aviator and sponsor of The Spirit of St. Louis, Lambert was a pioneer in the aviation industry and the namesake of Lambert International Airport.
• Robert Eaton (Gamma-Omicron): A former Chairman of DaimlerChrysler AG, Eaton led the company through a period of significant change and challenges.
• John Olin (Alpha-Kappa): A former Chairman of Olin Corporation, Olin was a prominent figure in the chemical industry.
• Spencer Truman Olin (Alpha Kappa): Executive Olin Corporation, philanthropist and Republican Party supporter.
• Alan Mulally (Gamma-Omicron): As President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, Mulally led the company's successful turnaround during the late 2000s.
• Russell Wiener (Phi): Co-founder of Donruss Baseball Cards, Wiener helped shape the sports memorabilia industry.
• Howard Hyle (Nu): A former Vice President of Coca-Cola, Hyle played a key role in the company's global success.
• William Hewlett (Beta-Zeta): Founder of Hewlett Packard, Hewlett was a pioneer in the technology industry.
• Gordon Binder (Chi): A former CEO of AMGen, Binder led the company to become a leading biotechnology firm.
• Charles Schneider (Lambda-Upsilon): Sommelier, Restaurateur
• Cyrus R. Smith (Tau): A former President of American Airlines, Smith helped shape the modern airline industry.
• Richard Rainwater (Tau): Financier
• Ben Gilmer (Beta-Eta): CEO, AT&T
• R.W. Lundgren (Gamma-Sigma): Chairman of the Board, Dow Chemical
• Allen Jacobson (Gamma-Lambda): CEO, 3M Company
• Dan Mermelstein (Rho): Co-Founder, Vivid Racing
• Rob Rohn (Rho): Co-Founder, Vivid Racing
• J. Tylee Wilson (Delta-Beta): Chairman, RJR Nabisco
• Pierson M. Grieve (Epsilon-Delta): CEO, Ecolab, Inc
• John P. Surma, Jr. (Alpha-Delta): Chairman and CEO of US Steel
• Robert G. Krebs (Beta-Zeta): former CEO, Burlington Northern
• Paul Henson (Alpha-Psi): Chairman of the Board, United Telecom
• Jack Smith, Jr. (Gamma-Delta): President, General Motors
• David J. Fiser (Gamma-Chi): Vice President, Kansas Farm Bureau
• Scottie Mayfield (Alpha-Tau): President, Mayfield Dairy Farms
• Bryan Shipp (Gamma-Omega): Entrepreneur, Owner and Founder of Pittsburgh Scoop
• Richard Johnson (Alpha-Phi): Founder & President, HotJobs

Influential Figures in Arts, Entertainment and Journalism

Kappa Sigma's influence extends to the realms of arts, entertainment, and journalism, where its alumni have achieved recognition for their creative talents and contributions to media.

• Robert Redford (Gamma-Tau): An Academy Award-winning actor, director, and founder of the Sundance Film Festival, Redford has made a significant impact on the film industry.
• Richard Crenna (Delta-Eta): Actor - Rambo
• John Driscoll (Kappa Phi): Actor - Guiding Light, The Young and the Restless
• Chris Harrison (Theta Psi): Actor - The Bachelor
• Dennis Haskins (Alpha-Iota): Actor - Saved By the Bell
• Gordon Jump (Gamma Chi): Actor, WKRP, portrayed the Maytag repairman
• Wink Martindale (Epsilon-Pi): TV Game Show Host
• David Nelson (Delta Eta): Actor, Ozzie and Harriet
• Mike O'Malley (Beta-Kappa): Actor, 'Yes Dear', Guts
• Gailard Sartain (Epsilon Mu): Actor
• Greg Smith (Theta-Beta): Actor, Everwood
• Edward R. Murrow: Journalist
• Steve Kroft (Gamma-Iota): Journalist, 60 Minutes
• Sam Donaldson (Epsilon-Xi): Journalist ABC News
• Dan Dierdorf (Beta-Gamma): Sports Commentator, former NFL player

Academic Pioneers

Kappa Sigma has nurtured intellectual curiosity and academic excellence, producing alumni who have become leaders in education and research.

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• Steven C. Beering (Chi): Former President, Purdue University
• Thomas J. Clifford (Delta-Mu): President, University of North Dakota
• Arthur H. DeRosier Jr. (Epsilon-Nu): Former President, Rocky Mountain College
• John G. Johnson (Delta-Alpha): President, Butler University
• Theron Montgomery Jr. (Alpha-Nu): President, Jacksonville State
• William N. Ruud (Delta-Mu): President, Shippensburg University
• John W. Ryan (Delta-Sigma): President Emeritus, Indiana University
• George J. Chedson (Delta-Sigma): Former President, Hope College
• William Cade (Tau): President, University of Lethbridge, behavioral ecologist
• Ralph Gallucci (Epsilon-Theta): Dept.
• Dr. Charles Richardson (Omicron): Founder of the Chi Omega Fraternity for collegiate women.
• John Covert Boyd (Zeta): designated by President Theodore Roosevelt to incorporate the American National Red Cross, one of original five members and founders of Kappa Sigma
• Lee Berger (Kappa): Paleoanthropologist and National Geographic Explorer, awarded the First National Geographic Prize for Research and Exploration
• Edwin Hubble (Gamma-Beta): Astronomer, namesake of Hubble Space Telescope
• Gen. Samuel C. Phillips (Delta-Gamma) University of Wyoming: NASA Apollo Program Director.
• Steven C. Paul Farmer (Eta Prime): medical anthropologist, physician.
• Dr. Irvine W. Grote (Alpha-Iota): University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
• John Herbert Hollomon Jr.

Military Heroes

Kappa Sigma has a proud tradition of service to the nation, with many alumni distinguishing themselves in the armed forces.

• General Burwell B. Bell: Army
• General Paul V. Hester (Delta-Xi): Commander, Pacific Air Forces
• United States Federal Marshal Timothy Weintraub (Epsilon-Eta) former Lt. Army
• Vice Admiral William E. Gortney: Naval Forces Central Command
• General Samuel C. Phillips (Delta-Gamma):
• Admiral Cary T. Grayson
• Colonel Thomas George Lanphier, Jr.
• Lieutenant General Richard C. Bowman:
• Major General Frank L. Culin Jr.

Sporting Legends

Kappa Sigma's alumni have also achieved excellence in the world of sports, both as athletes and in leadership roles.

• Jay Haas (Delta-Omega): Professional Golfer (1976-)
• Peter Jacobsen (Gamma-Alpha): Professional Golfer (1976-)
• Curtis Strange (Delta Omega): Professional Golfer (1976-) World Golf Hall of Fame
• Lanny Wadkins (Delta-Omega): Professional Golfer (1971-) World Golf Hall of Fame
• Phil Hill (Delta-Eta): Formula One Driver
• Chris Festa (Epsilon-Sigma): Firestone Indy Light driver
• William Alexander (Alpha-Tau): Head Football Coach Georgia Tech (1920-1944)
• Cam Cameron (Beta-Theta): NFL Football Coach (2007); Head Football Coach Indiana University (1997-2001)
• Lloyd Carr (Beta-Gamma): Head Football coach University of Michigan (1995-2007)
• Fisher DeBerry (Alpha-Nu): Head Football coach Air Force Academy(1984-2006)
• Lamar Hunt (Delta-Pi): Owner, Kansas City Chiefs, Columbus Crew, Kansas City Wizards, and F.C. Dallas; Founder of the American Football League, Co-founder of North American Soccer League, and Major League Soccer; Pro-Football Hall of Fame
• George Huff (Alpha-Gamma): Manager of Boston Red Sox (1907); Athletic Director at University of Illinois (1901-1935)
• Jerry Jones (Xi): Owner, Dallas Cowboys
• Jimmye Laycock (Nu): Head Football Coach (1980-) College of William & Mary
• Jim Benton (Xi): wide receiver, played 9 years for the Cleveland Rams and Chicago Bears.
• Albert Bond Lambert (Zeta): Amateur golfer and namesake of Lambert–St.

Celebrating Achievements: Kappa Sigma Hall of Fame at Purdue University

The Chi Chapter of Kappa Sigma at Purdue University, founded in 1885, established a Hall of Fame to recognize its alumni for their outstanding achievements. The Hall of Fame serves as a testament to the fraternity's commitment to excellence and the remarkable accomplishments of its members.

Recent inductees include:

• 2020 - Michael Cline '84
• 2019 - James Shively '00
• 2018 – Jim Zeitler ’65
• 2017 - Andrew J. Castor ’84
• 2016 – Ronald Tadashi Yara ’66
• 2015 - Steven Springer ’67
• 2014 - Charlie Marshall II ’61
• 2013 - Mike Eskew ’68
• 2012 - Dr. 2017
• James C. 2004
• Allen C. Dickason ‘70
• Bradley C. Edwards ‘83
• Michael P. 2002
• Daniel Evans ’49
• Charles Benner ’66
• David Derrick ’66
• Samuel M.

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