KAPPA SIGMA TAU CHAPTER University of Texas at Austin
UT Kappa Sigma
Kappa Sigma has a strong presence on the UT campus. Our members are active in leadership organizations, Texas Silver Spurs, and intramural sports. In addition, we proudly cheer on our Longhorn teams, participate in Round-Up, and enthusiastically celebrate Texas Independence Day. True to the Kappa Sig culture, we enjoy a vibrant social life.
PARENTS ASSOCIATION
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
PARENTS ASSOCIATION
The Parents Association hosts several parent/son events throughout the school year to celebrate the extended Kappa Sigma family, and raise funds to enhance the amenities of the fraternity house and lodge.
TAU TRUSTEES
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
PARENTS ASSOCIATION
The Texas Kappa Sigma Educational Foundation, Inc., is a nonprofit corporation, organized and operated exclusively for educational purposes under the laws of the State of Texas.
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
The Tau Man of the Year is awarded annually by the Tau Trustees to an alumnus who has excelled in his professional pursuits, exemplified strong character, and provided exceptional support to the Tau Chapter brotherhood.
TAU HONORS & AWARDS
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
TAU MAN OF THE YEAR
Kappa Sigma Tau Chapter recognizes outstanding leadership and service to others through annual awards and scholarships that are given to exceptional Tau Chapter undergraduates.
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
The Tau Chapter has produced more Kappa Sigma International Men of the Year than any other Chapter. Tito Beveridge, owner and founder of Tito's Handmade Vodka, is the most recent recipient, honored in 2017.
KAPPA SIGMA & TAU CHAPTER HISTORY
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
KAPPA SIGMA INTERNATIONAL MAN OF THE YEAR
The Tau Chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity was chartered on September 18, 1884, as one of the first three fraternities established on the University of Texas campus. The original fraternity house was the first fraternity house built west of the Mississippi.
Parents' weekend and tau Trustee reunion 2023
Kappa Sigma Parents' Weekend at the University of Texas at Austin
Tau Chapter Parents' Weekend and Tau Trustee Reunion were held November 3 and 4, continuing the annual tradition of celebrating one of the finest fraternities on the UT campus.
Parents' Night, with a Mexican theme, was fun, festive, and beautiful. Chapter awards were presented and the 2023 Pledge Class was introduced. Live music was provided by River Bend band and the silent auction offered unique gifts and services to bid on.
On Saturday, we honored Tau Man of the Year Pat Molak and enjoyed a post-game buffet at the Lodge.
Tau Man of the year
Pat Molak '66 Awarded Tau Chapter's Highest Honor
The Tau Chapter honored Pat Molak as Kappa Sigma Tau Man of the Year on November 4. Pat owns the legendary Gruene Hall and several other notable properties in the area and is credited with the economic revitalization of the town of Gruene, located just north of New Braunfels.
"As a contemporary of Pat at the University of Texas, I can say, without reservation, that he is the living definition of a Kappa Sig; passionately entrepreneurial, loyal, generous, high energy, and dedicated to a life lived to the fullest!" said Wade Kilpatrick '67. "His accomplishments in business are "Legend" and his lifetime dedication to friends and family are without equal."
Pat currently has health issues that prevented him from attending the November 4 presentation. His nephews, Matt and Marc Molak, both Kappa Sigs, accepted the award on his behalf. Tim Herman, who served as Pat's pledge trainer in the Fall of 1965, presented the award. He spoke of the Kappa Sig bonds and close friendship he and Pat have shared since their UT days. "He's been a brother in heart throughout life," Tim said.
Pat and his wife, Susie, have been married 35 years and live in San Antonio. They have a daughter, Katie, a son, Jake, and four grandchildren.
Tim Herman '63 (center) presents the Tau Man of the Year Award to Pat's nephews, Marc Molak (left) and Matt Molak (right).
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Kappa Sigma Tau Open
Denton Cooley Tau Classic
Denton Cooley Tau Classic
The Tau Chapter Golf Tour was launched in 1985 with its flagship event -- The Tau Open, a two-day, four-person scramble held in Lakeway, just west of Austin. More than 20 teams played in the inaugural tournament on the beautiful Yaupon and Live Oak courses, and that tradition has continued with team numbers increasing over the years.
Denton Cooley Tau Classic
Denton Cooley Tau Classic
Denton Cooley Tau Classic
In 2008, the Denton Cooley Tau Classic was added to the tour as a one-day, four-person scramble held in Houston. Dr. Cooley emceed the event and played every year until his passing in 2016. Since then, several of his family members have participated in his honor. The Cooley Tau Classic was first held at the historic Memorial Park golf course but is now played at Gus Wortham, the original Houston Country Club.
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