A Moral Compass For The Modern Gentleman

Our Future Belongs to You

You arrive at college with ideals and beliefs learned from family and friends. As an Order, our chapters bring together men who already possess our shared values. With a rich history and amazing experiences, KA helps keep your compass true, aiming you toward a successful future.

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Reverence

Our motto is “Dieu et Les Dames” and inspires us to have reverence for God and women. Like our founders in 1865, we are called to cultivate our moral faculties.

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Gentility

We believe in chivalry and respect to all people—on campus, in the community, and throughout our career. It is also incumbent upon our members to support others through philanthropy and service.

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Knowledge

We must seek continuous lifelong learning. This quest is manifested in our academic success and chapter achievements, and for alumni in career pursuits and positive community impact.

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Leadership

We are leaders among men and we must constantly focus on the development of character. Leadership is service, and serving mankind calls for courage and perseverance.

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Brotherhood

We are bound to each other, as brothers faithful unto death. We befriend and assist each other especially in times of need, and celebrate each other’s successes. Fratres Usque Ad Aram Fideles.

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Excellence

Excellence is our aim… which means we are always aiming higher. Through hard work and dedication, we endeavor to go onward and upward, with a vision of making the world a better place.

NOTABLE KA’S

Kenny Davis

Captain, 1972 U.S. Olympic Basketball Team

GEN J.H. Binford Peay III

Four Star U.S. Army General

Zac Brown

Grammy-winning Musician

Chris Knott

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