Time here is life changing

SAE advances the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, leadership and service for members throughout life

SAE has a long history of excellence at the University of Nebraska. The time tested traditions established by members since our founding in 1893 are positive and productive. The goal is, was and will always be to create the best learning and living environment for members during their college careers. Young men learn and grow from a support system that stresses scholarship, leadership, philanthropy and friendship. The character of our members is defined and guided by the True Gentlemen (see below) our National code of conduct.

SAE is proud to be the first national fraternity to end pledgeship. Students and the alumni body that governs the House work with the University and our National Fraternity to maintain and advance a culture of respect that enhances academic and non-academic life. SAE does not tolerate traditions and behaviors that dishonor members and others.

SAE members live and enjoy the Greek life. Social and philanthropic activities offer members a chance to meet and connect with others on campus. The experience add to the college experience and helps members as the graduate to the working world.

Supported by strong local and national leadership 

The SAE Alumni Association is an important resource to students. Alumni provide academic and leadership scholarships, host Homecoming and Founder’s Day events and interact with actives to bolster their both social and business connections. active SAE has an active local Board of Directors that works with the Sigma Alpha Epsilon National Fraternity (headquartered in Evanston, Illinois) to assure positive learning environments and the health and safety of its members.

Academic excellence

The SAE House at the University of Nebraska maintains high standards for academic success.  To remain active, new members must earn a 2.9 grade point average as a full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours at UNL if they do not achieve this requirement within their first two consecutive semesters, their membership in the organization is rescinded. All members are required to maintain a minimum cumulative average of 2.9 at all times. Failure to meet these standards may result in academic probation, loss of voting rights before the Chapter, the opportunity to serve in leadership roles and/or their membership being rescinded.

SAE provides a supportive academic environment for freshmen and upperclassmen. Any member that falls below the 2.9 goal at any given time is required to participate in a chapter managed study hour program, Sunday through Thursday from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Anti-hazing Initiative

Sigma Alpha Epsilon has a zero tolerance policy for hazing and was the first fraternity to nationally sign the No-Hazing Charter in 2000. We are committed to creating a safe environment for all of our members. You can learn more about the Fraternity stance and policies on this subject and others by visiting www.sae.net and reading the Minerva’s Shield guidelines.