EG Herl, Kansas State ’90, knows the SigEp brotherhood runs deeper than undergraduate experiences. From his involvement with the Alumni and Volunteer Corporation (AVC) to lifelong friendships, he remains grateful for the impact Sigma Phi Epsilon has had on his life.

Personal Development

“My sister was a G-Phi at K-State, and there were some guys from my small hometown of Oakley who were SigEps,” E.G. shared. While he didn’t initially plan to join Greek life, the recruitment process changed his mind—and helped him build meaningful connections with fellow members.

E.G. fondly recalls Homecoming weeks at Kansas State and valued the opportunity to lead as social chairman. He later served as recruitment chairman and ultimately chapter president, developing leadership skills that would serve him well in his professional career.

Staying Fraternally Rooted

Though agriculture wasn’t his original plan, E.G.’s small-town roots led him into the grain industry. He began working for multiple grain companies before transitioning to wheat milling at Cereal Food Processors, which was later acquired by Grain Craft. Today, he serves as vice president of grain and logistics for the company.

Alumni Engagement

When Kansas Beta faced challenges, E.G. stepped up alongside Greg Pestinger ’86 and Dirk Daveline ’87 to help stabilize and strengthen the chapter.

“Their involvement pushed me to get involved because I knew they would definitely help get things back on the right track,” he said.

His work on the AVC board reflects the personal impact SigEp had on his college experience. He remains thankful for the chance to engage with undergraduates and share the fraternity’s lasting values.

A Family Tradition

Even decades after graduation, E.G. still maintains close friendships with his Kansas Beta brothers. He and his wife—also a KSU graduate and Pi Phi—have two sons, one a K-State alum and the other currently in his senior year.

The Herl family enjoys traveling, outdoor adventures, and cheering on the Wildcats at K-State sporting events, whether in Manhattan or at football bowl games across the country.