About
Founded ~ March 16, 1915 at the University of Illinois-Champagne
Our Organization
Pi Tau Sigma members are chosen on a basis of sound engineering ability, scholarship service, leadership, and integrity. The Pi Tau Sigma mission is to strive to create better engineers through commitment to academic excellence and dedication to service. Pi Tau Sigma prides itself in the core values: Integrity (soundness of character and moral conduct), Service (serving the mechanical engineering profession and the community), and Leadership (fostering initiative through example in a professional manner). Pi Tau Sigma is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies. There are presently 180 collegiate chapters at universities in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Qatar, and United Arab Emirates.
Our Principles
Integrity
Service
Leadership
The purpose of our organization is to:
1. Foster high ideals in the engineering profession
2. Stimulate interest in departmental activities
3. Promote the general welfare of its members
4. Prepare students for leadership roles
Our Chapter
Founded May 21, 1964
Averages # of members: 40
Advisor: Dr. Jacob McFarland
# Faculty members: > 20 in the Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty Sponsor
