Our Chapter Officers Tanner Ruda Chapter President The Chapter President is responsible for leading his brothers and managing the operations of the chapter. He is the face of the Fraternity to the chapter, the Greek community and the university. Tanner is a Junior from North Platte, NE majoring in Exercise Science (Pre-PT) with a minor in Health Sciences. Tanner is involved in the Honors Program, Exercise Science Program, Motor Board, VP of Programming for IFC, and Student Government Senator. Tanner enjoys hanging out with his brothers, playing sports and going to the lake. Quote on Greek Life "Joining Greek Life was the best decision I ever made when coming to college. It has opened up so many opportunities for myself to continue to grow as a leader not only in my chapter, but in the FSL community and UNK as a whole! Not to mention I have made great friendships that will last a lifetime!"Cell:308-660-5027 Kael Kingery Vice President of Programming The Vice president of Programming is responsible for the planning and execution of the chapter’s events and functions. He is the head of the programming committee and works to ensure his brothers have a balanced, values-based experience. Kael is a Sophomore from Grand Island, NE majoring in Psychobiology. Kael is involved in the Honors program as an Honors Envoy, Circle K, Health Science Club and the Psychology Club. Kael loves to workout, watch sports and be with his friends. Quote on Greek Life "Going Greek has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in college so far. I’ve met lifelong friends, made connections with faculty, and set up job shadowing opportunities over the summer all due to being in SigEp" Cell:(308) 389-1944 Evan Hilkemann Vice President of Finance The Vice President of Finance is the chapter’s chief financial officer. He is entrusted with managing the chapter’s budget and properly allocating financial resources. Evan is a Freshman from Kearney, Nebraska. Evan is Majoring in Business Administration. Evan is involved in Jr. Tri-City Storm. Evan enjoys playing video games, rock climbing and helping coach hockey. Quote on Greek Life "Greek life has surprised me with the amount of care and passion people have for their fraternity or sorority. Greek life has also gave me the push I need to keep my academics the best they can be."Cell:(308) 224-0714 Trenten Theis Vice President of Member Development The Vice President of Member Development oversees the development experience of each brother providing support and structure during a crucial part of their lives. Managing the chapter’s membership experience by implementing the Balanced Man Program is the keystone of the role, providing a positive fraternal experience and ensuring strong chapter leadership and operations. The vice president of member development ensures that our Founder’s vision lives on day in, day out, at every one of our chapters. Trenten Theis is a Senior from Superior, NE studying Biology with a Health Science Emphasis. On campus, Trenten is involved in the UNK Health Science Club, UNK Honors Program, Undergrad Research, UNK Circle K Club, Order of Omega, Interfraternity Council, Mortar Board and KHOP. In SigEp Trenten was involved in the Destination Downtown philanthropy. Trenten likes to hunt, fish, and enjoy the outdoors with friends and family. Playing basketball, working out and intramural are ways Trenton likes to have fun and stay active. He enjoys watching the stock market and is up to date on all the Marvel shows and movies. Quote about GreekLife: “Being a part of fraternity and sorority life (FSL) has elevated me both personally and professionally, and I would recommend it to anyone looking to do the same.”Cell:4028798095 Josh Faust Vice President of Recruitment The Vice President of Recruitment drives the quantity and quality of a chapter’s membership. By successfully recruiting the best men on campus, he ensures a great fraternity experience for his brothers and the long-term success of his chapter. Josh is from Columbus, NE and is currently a Sophomore at UNK. He is majoring in Biology. Josh is involved in KHOP and the Honors program. In his spare time, Josh likes to lift, enjoy the outdoors, and hang with friends. Quote on Greek Life “Greek life has given me the opportunity to grow as a person and build relationships with many great people"Cell:402-942-1389 Hunter Hiatt Vice President of Communications The Vice President of Communications is the chapter’s information officer, lead storyteller, and the primary protector of the chapter’s brand as well as the Grand Chapter’s brand. By wielding tools like chapter sites and social media, this position can help shape perception of the chapter and put its brand in a position to thrive on campus. Hunter Hiatt is the current Vice President of Communications and is a Senior from Grand Island, NE. He is majoring in Health and PE PK-12. Hunter is apart of Undergrad Research, Health and PE Club, GAMMA Secretary and KSS Ambassadors. He also was Vice President of Communications and Recruitment for UNK's First Gen Lopers. In SigEp Hunter was involved with Big Baller Bracket and MDA Philanthropy. Hunter likes to spend time coaching kids along with teaching, hunting, hanging out with friends and family. Quote on Greek Life "Being apart of Greek Life made a big impact on my life. Without it, I wouldn't be in the leadership positions I'm in today, or with my longtime best friends. Greek Life changed my life for the better, and has built me into the man I am today "Cell:308-383-1284 Ben Crocker Chaplain The Chaplain is bestowed with the care and guard of the Fraternity’s Ritual. He also leads the judicial branch of the chapter. In doing so, he is responsible for holding all members accountable to the principles of Virtue, Diligence and Brotherly Love, as well as the other standards of membership. Additionally, the chaplain plays a key role in recognizing and reinforcing the positive behaviors and actions of his brothers. Ben is a Junior from Kearney, NE. He is a Industrial Distribution Major. Ben is involved with Grace Youth Ministries, have held chair positions in SigEp. Ben enjoys working out and to hang with friends and family. Quote on Greek Life "All of the opportunities SigEp has given me, I have grown tremendously as a student, leader, and a man."Cell:(308) 627-6656 Luke Przymus Vice President of SLC The VP of SigEp Learning Community (SLC) is in charge of keeping our study room orderly, as well as orchestrating personal development events. The goal of this position is to give the men of Sigma Phi Epsilon resources and skills to succeed during and after college. Luke is from Columbus, NE and is currently a Freshman at UNK. He is majoring in 7-12 Social Sciences Teaching. Luke is involved in IFC as their VP of Administration and the Secondary Educators Club. In his spare time, Luke likes to lift and hang with the boys. Quote on Greek Life “I believe greek life is one of the best ways to expand yourself in college, and I'm privileged to be apart of it"cell:(402) 910-5166