TAU KAPPA OMEGA

THE MODERN DAY SAMURAI

Public Statement

Tau Kappa Omega is a Brotherhood built on strong founding principles. In order to uphold these principles, we are inclusive to everyone and treat everyone fairly and respectfully. Therefore, as an organization and as brothers, we stand against hazing. Brotherhood is built in constructive ways by teaching our values and conducting appropriate initiation procedures.

Dues are $300 for incoming members during their pledging semester. Active member dues are variable based on events we hold, the amount of money we fund raise, and inflation. However, should this be difficult to pay, members may set up payment plans with the treasurer or take semesters off to get their finances back on track. As a nonprofit organization, all of these dues go back to the members and breakdowns can be provided upon request.

Statement on Injustice

Furthermore, if you would like to help make a difference in your own way, we encourage you to donate to your preferred fund or to Stop AAPI Hate.

“One Brotherhood.

One Sound.”

— Brothers of Tau kappa omega

Fall 18’ - Alpha Epsilon Class

Tau Kappa Omega is the FIRST Asian-interest fraternity established in Oklahoma.

Since 2001, Tau Kappa Omega has been promoting among men of diverse ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds through philanthropy, scholarship, and leadership. Tau Kappa Omega emphasizes the learning and application of Eastern philosophies and their interrelation to the Western world.

As a special interest fraternity, Tau Kappa Omega is not only for Asian-Americans. It is an organization for anyone with an interest in the history, philosophy, and culture of Asia seeking to learn personal leadership skills and form lifelong relationships. The fraternity seeks to help individuals realize their potential as contributing members of society by first understanding themselves. As the first Asian-American fraternity in the state of Oklahoma, Tau Kappa Omega has united over ten generations of brothers to find their role in a growing community.

The core philosophy of the fraternity is based upon the ritualistic Japanese art of drumming known as Taiko. In essence, it is the harmony of many drums to make one powerful, fluid sound. Just as each drum in a Taiko performance has its role, each Brother is a drum with his own contribution. Through a foundation of nine elemental principles (Respect, Love, Honor, Perseverance, Charity, Wisdom, Knowledge, Faith, Harmony), each brother comes together to form one sound and one Brotherhood:

Location

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
660 Parrington Oval, Norman, OK 73019

Principles

Respect, Love, Honor, Perseverance, Charity, Wisdom, Knowledge Faith, Harmony

PHILANTHROPY

The Sunflower Mission

MEMBERS

Current Active House

EXPANSION

As the first Asian Interest fraternity established on the University of Oklahoma, members of Tau Kappa Omega are granted unique opportunities during both their college and future career endeavors. It has become a professionally structured and highly regarded networking channel. Productive young leaders and entrepreneurs of this generation are groomed from the fraternity’s programs, cultivating a perpetually strong alumni base. As the fraternity continues to grow, it has made a commitment to maintain its integrity and standards that have come to be recognized worldwide. Tau Kappa Omega is committed to achieving the following goals when looking to expand: promote academic achievement, increase Asian awareness, encourage social interaction, provide philanthropic aid to the community, and perpetuate brotherhood.

Tau Kappa Omega has a proud tradition of excellence built upon the pillars of brotherhood, service, academics, leadership, and cultural awareness. Prospective founders have the opportunity to not only practice the principles of Tau Kappa Omega, but also to continuously mold and shape a potential chapter into the most distinctive and distinguished organization in its surrounding community. The legacy that is created will make an impact on future brothers long after graduation. If you are serious about bringing Tau Kappa Omega to your campus, please fill out our online expansion form.

Expansion form

Join the Brotherhood

Making the decision to join Greek Life opens up many doors and opportunities. Sometimes, it is confusing to find the “right” fraternity for you.

TAU KAPPA OMEGA is not only for Asian-Americans. It is an organization for anyone with an interest in the history, philosophy, and culture of Asia seeking to learn personal leadership skills and form lifelong relationships. The core philosophy of our fraternity is based upon the ritualistic Japanese art of drumming known as Taiko. In essence, it is the harmony of many drums to make one powerful, fluid sound. Just as each drum in a Taiko performance has its role, each Brother is a drum with his own contribution. Through a foundation of nine elemental principles (Respect, Love, Honor, Perseverance, Charity, Wisdom, Knowledge, Faith, Harmony), each brother comes together to form one sound and one Brotherhood

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS RUSH?

Rush is a period at the beginning of the school quarter or semester when anyone interested in Greek life can attend events set up by a local chapter to meet its members and learn more about their organization. Rush usually lasts about 1-2 weeks, with events held every day that showcase various aspect of the fraternity.

SHOULD I ATTEND THE RUSH EVENTS?

If you are serious about joining Tau Kappa Omega, you are highly encouraged to attend all rush events from beginning to end. Rush is designed to give interested individuals a glimpse into real fraternity life, so the more you experience and see for yourself, the better idea you will have of whether fraternity is right for you.

AM I REQUIRE TO PLEDGE IF I ATTEND RUSH?

No, there is no obligation for you to take action after rush has concluded. Rush is simply an opportunity for you to introduce yourself and become more familiar with the fraternity and the brothers.

DO I HAVE TO BE ASIAN TO JOIN?

No. Tau Kappa Omega is an Asian interested fraternity focused on the promotion of Asian American awareness, but members of every ethnicity, race, religion and creed are accepted.

DOes TAU KAPPA OMEGA HAZE?

Tau Kappa Omega Fraternity, Inc. strictly prohibits hazing in any form as a term or condition of membership in the organization. We do not allow any member of the organization to partake in any form of hazing of its prospective members. The Fraternal and Information Programming Group (FIPG) defines hazing as:

“Any action taken or situation created, intentionally, whether on or off fraternity premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule. Such activities may include but are not limited to the following: use of alcohol, paddling in any form, creation of excessive fatigue, physical and psychological shocks, quests, treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, road trips or any other such activities carried on outside or inside of the confines of the chapter house; wearing of public apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good taste, engaging in public stunts and buffoonery, morally degrading or humiliating games and activities, and any other activities which are not consistent with academic achievement, fraternal law, ritual or policy or the regulations and policies of the educational institution or applicable state law.”

If you feel you are being hazed by any member of Tau Kappa Omega, please message the President of Tau Kappa Omega to resolve the situation as soon as possible.

Tau Kappa Omega's rush week schedule for SPRING 2020 is shown below.

Prospective members may receive membership information at these rush events, including a membership form. Click the button below if you'd like to download the form directly.

For more information, please contact our rush chair for the Spring 2023 semester: Rogelio Hernandez (Spring ‘22) & Deavin Du (Spring ‘22)