The eight founding members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) are Noble Leslie DeVotie, Nathan Elams Cockrell, John Barratt Rudulph, John Webb Kerr, Samuel Marion Dennis, Wade Hampton Foster, Abner Edwin Patton, and Thomas Chappell Cook.
Founding Members of Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Sigma Alpha Epsilon, commonly known as SAE, is a prominent collegiate fraternity in the United States. It was founded on March 9, 1856, at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The fraternity was established by a group of young men with a vision for brotherhood and shared values, laying the groundwork for an organization that would grow to have chapters across North America. For more information about the fraternity's history and mission, visit the official SAE website.
The Eight Visionary Founders
These eight individuals are credited with establishing the fraternity and shaping its initial principles. Their commitment formed the bedrock upon which Sigma Alpha Epsilon was built. Below is a list of these distinguished founders:
| Founder Name |
|---|
| Noble Leslie DeVotie |
| Nathan Elams Cockrell |
| John Barratt Rudulph |
| John Webb Kerr |
| Samuel Marion Dennis |
| Wade Hampton Foster |
| Abner Edwin Patton |
| Thomas Chappell Cook |
These founding members are honored for their enduring legacy, which continues to influence the brotherhood and values of Sigma Alpha Epsilon more than a century and a half later.
