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 2024
Kappa Sigma Parents' Weekend 2024
UT Kappa Sigs gathered for a festive weekend on November 8 and 9 that included a Jimmy Buffett-themed Parents' Night Dinner, a Tau Man of the Year celebration to honor Danny Grant '79, and a Game Day Tailgate Brunch. The good times continued as our mighty Longhorns defeated the Florida Gators with a final score of 49 to 17.
Tau Man of the Year and newly-elected Tau Trustee Committee Chairman Danny Grant '79
and his wife, Suzanne, at the Tailgate Brunch.
Tau Man of the year
Danny Grant '79 Awarded Tau Chapter's Highest Honor
The Tau Chapter honored Danny Grant as Kappa Sigma Tau Man of the Year on November 8. Danny is the President and Chief Operating Officer of H.D. Grant Company in Houston. He is also a civic leader, church leader, and philanthropist in the Houston-Galveston area.
After serving several terms as President, Danny now serves as Tau Trustee Committee Chairman. He served as Tau Legacy 2015 Campaign Chairman to raise funds to build Warren Residence Hall and has substantially contributed to its funding. The Tau Chapter honored him with the Frank Erwin Award in 2021 for outstanding support and leadership.
Danny was celebrated as 2024 Tau Man at Warren Wildlife Gallery on Friday evening, November 8. He was toasted by several of his Tau brothers, who spoke of their endearing friendship, respect, and admiration for him.
Danny and his wife, Suzanne (who was a Kappa Sig lil' sis), have been married 41 years. They have three grown children, three grandchildren, and another grandchild due in January 2025. All three children and Suzanne work at H.D. Grant Co. with Danny.
Tau Man 2024 Danny Grant '79 with former Tau Man honorees: Joe Bailey '73 (2005); Wade Kilpatrick '67 (2011); Loren Singletary '67 (2021); Mike Sharpe '79 (2020); Bill Zwiener '73 (2022); Jim Pritchett '71 (2013); and Reggie Tuck '69 (2018).
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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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