The Gamma Iota chapter of Sigma Nu was founded in 1902, just one of over 180 active chapters and colonies on college campuses throughout the United States and Canada. Sigma Nu as a whole has initiated over 219,000 members since its founding in 1869. Today Gamma Iota continues to be a strong chapter in all aspects of brotherhood and Greek involvement. Ranking 11th out of 21 UK fraternities academically in 2010 and received UK’s Garry Beach First Safety Award in 2008 for the great condition of the chapter house. To date, more than 2,000 men have joined the ranks of Gamma Iota and become part of Sigma Nu’s coveted Legion of Honor.