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PARENTS & FAMILIES
Welcome to Triangle.
Welcome to the Triangle Family
Welcome Letter
Dear Parents and Friends:
We are pleased you and your student are taking time to learn about our organization. As our non-Greek letter name suggests, Triangle is a bit different than other men's social fraternities. We emphasize scholarship and STEM-focused educational achievement first and provide social outlets to compliment the academic experience. In essence, we take smart, focused men and provide the social and leadership skills to make them well-rounded graduates.
Founded in 1907 at the University of Illinois, Triangle Fraternity remains the nation's premier fraternal organization for men pursuing degrees in Engineering, Architecture, and the Sciences. With more than a century of experience supporting our members, Triangle continues to provide personal and professional development opportunities for our undergraduates and alumni.
Over the course of history, Triangle and its members have achieved the following:
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Over 30,000 men initiated
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Over 20,000 living members and 1,300 undergraduate men
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Triangle brothers have served as CEOs for industry-leading organizations such as Shell Oil, AT&T and Blizzard Entertainment, and are successful leaders in education, medicine, technology, government/military and in law
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As your student pursues an engineering, architecture, or science degree, he will have access to the Triangle alumni network - from leaders of international corporations to founders in various start-up industries
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With our focus on academics and professional development, Triangle brothers take their studies seriously and regularly place high in GPA rankings among their peer organizations. We also graduate at higher rates than non-fraternity men
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Our Fraternity's dedication to risk management has earned us one of the lowest insurance premium rates of all men's fraternities
Triangle supports education and the attainment of a technical degree but also emphasizes preparing for life after college. I think you will agree our Code of Ethics is wise guidance for any young man looking for success in life. Please feel free to contact me at (317) 837-9640 if you have any questions or concerns, email me at morgan@triangle.org. Either way, I will be glad to hear from you!
Truly,
Morgan Brickley, M.Ed., CAE
Executive Director
To Parents of Undergraduate Members
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We hope that you and your family had a safe and enjoyable summer. Triangle considers the health, safety, and welfare of students to be our number one priority. We would like to ask your assistance as we prepare for the return of our students to campus this fall.
Linked please find a copy of Triangle's Risk Management Policy. We make every effort to ensure that each student understands these expectations. These policies are provided to students every academic year. Underage drinking and all forms of hazing are prohibited within our organization. We are asking all parents or families to review these expectations with your student, and emphasize the importance of having a balanced and responsible social life while on campus. Please also note the dangers associated with binge drinking. It is the major contributing factor to student injuries, deaths, sexual assaults, vehicle accidents, and hazing incidents.
All students and chapters are expected to fully comply with Triangle policy, and the consequences of not doing so can be tragic. Each year over 1,500 college students die from alcohol-related accidents. Studies have shown that parents continue to have considerable positive influence on their children well past college. Please use your influence now and throughout the year to talk openly about these issues. Gently, repeated reminders do have a positive impact. Such discussions encourage your student to make good choices and engage in responsible behavior when away from home.
Following are some links to resources that you may find helpful:
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PDF Parent's Guide: "Helping your Students Engage in a Safe & Enjoyable Fraternal Experience"
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Short Video: "Guidance for Parents of College Students Returning to Campus"
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Short Video for Parents & Students: "A Guide to Responsible Drinking"
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Short Video: "Parents, Talk with Your Student About Hazing"
Triangle continually strives to educate our members on ways to conduct chapter activities in a safe manner. Our policies prohibit underage drinking at all chapter events, and hard alcohol is prohibited unless served by a licensed third-party vendor. Through each academic year, Triangle will continue to educate members about recognizing risks associated with binge drinking, sexual misconduct, and hazing.
We appreciate your partnership as we work to maintain a safe environment for your student. Your positive influence will make a huge difference. Your student's safety, health and welfare remain our most important mission. Should you ever have concerns about any chapter activity or event please feel free to contact National Headquarters at (317) 837-9640 or hq@triangle.org at any time.
Most sincerely,
Morgan Brickley, M.Ed., CAE
Executive Director