The Phillip A. Cox Volunteer Institute recently finished its debut run in Kansas City, Mo., three months after it was named in honor of SigEp’s 57th Grand Chapter President.

Brother Cox made volunteer support a main priority when he was elected at Conclave in 2013. His leadership as Grand President led to the launch of regional volunteer events that provided training and education to alumni and volunteers around the country.

Two years later, Cox’s chapter brothers and friends started a campaign to name the program for him to honor his commitment to SigEp’s volunteers. Over $750,000 of the program’s $1 million endowment goal was raised at Conclave.

Volunteers across the country gathered in Bloomington, Ind.; Washington, D.C.; Hoboken, N.J.; Tampa, Fla.; San Diego; and Kansas City, Mo. this fall to participate in the inaugural institute. Volunteers had the opportunity to attend sessions on the state of the national Fraternity, corporate health, new volunteer resources and legislation from the 2015 Grand Chapter Conclave. Many of them also took part in extensive training and group discussions on the Balanced Man Program.

Several participants spoke out to share their appreciation for the experience.

The Phillip A. Cox Volunteer Institute is content rich and time efficient, much to my liking. After all these years, if I can take notes on ideas and updates to bring back to our AVC in Cincinnati, you know there is something to gain in one day. You have a great new program here.
John Abraham, Cincinnati ’77, Order of the Golden Heart Recipient

The Cox Institute provided us with the tools to make a positive impact on our chapter. Even more important were the connections with other volunteers that created a network we can lean on for advice and support going forward. The Cox Institute is a can’t-miss event for SigEp volunteers!
Austin Perry, Christopher Newport ’10

I think this program did a great job of speaking to both new and seasoned advisors and was able to provide a great foundation, as well as new information and ideas for everyone attending, regardless of experience and knowledge levels.
Tyler Micek, Nebraska-Omaha ’11

Based on its early success and acclaim, the Cox Institute promises to make a transformational impact on SigEp and the lives of its brothers, just as Past Grand President Cox has throughout his many years of service.

Learn more about the Phillip A. Cox Volunteer Institute and contribute to Phil’s legacy.