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Sigma Alpha Epsilon is the largest international fraternity in the world, 
having the most active members and alumni. Nationally, we were founded 
March 9, 1856 at The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. The Montana chapter 
(Montana Beta) was founded February 12, 1927. 
SAE thrives on academics while comprising an 
active social calendar and athletic program.

What's New

Homecoming information for September 20, 2008, will be available soon. Below is the preliminary events planned.

Note: NO FOOTBALL TICKETS will be available for SAEs, so if you want to attend the game, find your tickets elsewhere.

UMAA: The Alumni Association is planning an All Alumni Tailgate Party that will span the duration of the game, providing you the opportunity to stay close to the action and watch the Griz-UC Davis game on the big screen in the company of your fellow Griz fans. The tailgate party will include food, beverages, prizes, and lots of fun. UM Ticket FAQ (Word)

Also note: No rooms will be blocked for us at any hotels, so make your arrangements ASAP.

Thursday, September 18

SAE Fly-fishing Extravaganza. To be held at the Homestead Ranch of SAE brother Jon Krutar in Ovando, MT. Jon's place offers spring creek fishing and the North fork of the Blackfoot traverses his ranch. The plan is to overnight at Jon's Homestead Ranch house on Wednesday evening and fish all day Thursday. Arrangements are being coordinated by John Greener.

Friday, September 19

Sigma Alpha Building Corporation Meeting at 8:00 AM at 1120 Gerald Ave. Chairman Jim Mountain will conduct and plan the events of this meeting.

Annual SAE Golf Outing held at Canyon River Golf Course. This event will be coordinated by Bob Clark with help from Gary Gullard. It will include 18 holes of golf and prizes for SAE brothers, spouses, and guests.

Friday Night SAE Open House Mixer at 1120 Gerald following the golf outing. 

Saturday, September 20

MTBE Alumni Association Annual Meeting held at the 1120 Gerald Ave. at 8:30 am prior to the Homecoming Parade and Breakfast. All MTBE SAE alumni welcome! Will conduct business including annual election of board of directors and officers, discussion of fund-raising, and reports from SA Building Corp and the MTBE Alumni Advisory Board. Organized by MTBE AA president John Greener, Jim Mountain, and Dick Ford.

Annual SAE Homecoming Hot Breakfast Buffet at 1120 Gerald. A popular tradition that really makes the parade and activities at the chapter house extra special. Organized by Bob Clark and John Greener.

UM Homecoming Parade viewed from the lawn at 1120 Gerald Ave. The best seat in town!

Sunday, September 21

SAE Remembrance Service at 1120 Gerald. Very well received last year, the service will again be coordinated by Doug Banks and Rev. Gail Greener. A time to reflect on the brothers, family and friends that have gone on the chapter eternal.

UM Information: Homecoming 

Over 150 Years of Excellence

Sigma Alpha Epsilon was founded on March 9, 1856, and this year we are celebrating 150 years of promoting the highest standards of friendship, scholarship, and service for our members based upon the ideals set forth by our Founders and as specifically enunciated in our creed.

Open letter to MTBE: PDF, Word, MS-HTML

UM student says she plans to stay on as the Greek life adviser for at least four more years to help build continuity
By Betsy Cohen of the Missoulian

Buy a Brick A brick walkway has been installed in front of the house at 1120 Gerald. For only $125, you can have your name and a brief message engraved in the walkway. Proceeds are being placed in a "house maintenance" fund that is only used for repairs to the SAE house. For more information, feel free to contact Joe Sexson at JFSexson@fortierinc.com.

Events 

Homecoming 2008

Homecoming this year will be September 20.
Details will be posted once they are developed.
(The football game will be versus UC Davis.)

2007: Homecoming was a wonderful time for the house. Thanks to all who attended, and thanks for all who help with the planning and arrangements -- fantastic job!

Visit the homecoming page for the 2007 information.
Homecoming 2006 flyer: PDF
Homecoming 2005 flyer: PDF
(The PO Box listed  for the House Corporation should be 3343 instead of 5343)
Homecoming 2004: photos (information 2004) 

Other Events

Recruitment (UM info) 

February 12: Birthday of Montana Beta! (81 years in 2008)
March 9: Founders Day (for SAE, 152 years in 2008)
April: Day of Service
September 20: Homecoming 2008 (FB versus UC Davis)

House Corporation

Milestones
February 12, 2012: 85th birthday of Montana Beta

Past Reunions
Alumni Reunion, classes of 1960-1967

In Memoriam: Dan Larson

The True Gentleman

The True Gentleman is the man whose conduct proceeds from good will and an acute sense of propriety, and whose self-control is equal to all emergencies; who does not make the poor man conscious of his poverty, the obscure man of his obscurity, or any man of his inferiority or deformity; who is himself humbled if necessity compels him to humble another; who does not flatter wealth, cringe before power, or boast of his own possessions or achievements; who speaks with frankness but always with sincerity and sympathy; whose deed follows his word; who thinks of the rights and feelings of others, rather than his own; and who appears well in any company, a man with whom honor is sacred and virtue safe.

- John Walter Wayland