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SIGMA 2 CHI

A brotherhood for autistic spellers and AAC users—built on trust, presumed competence, and the power of connection.

Our Story

About Sigma 2 Chi

Our Greek letters of Sigma Chi signify: Sigma (Σ) relates to Learning, Chi (Χ) signifies Friendship. This is our way of reflecting our core principles—communication and dialogue with any means are the foundation of personal growth, leadership, and lifelong friendship.

This is where our fraternity Sigma 2 Chi was born—for those that spell to communicate and others with disabilities who respect this form of communication.

For many autistic individuals and other disabled people, social spaces have been inaccessible, dismissive, or isolating. Sigma 2 Chi exists to change that—creating a brotherhood where communication differences are understood and respected, where members can socialize without masking or proving themselves, and where friendship grows naturally over time.

This is not a program or a service. This is a fraternity—a social community of peers who presume each other's competence, share traditions and culture, and build relationships that last a lifetime.

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Our Foundation

Core Values

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Brotherhood

This fraternity is first and foremost a brotherhood—a social community built on trust, shared experience, and mutual respect. Brotherhood here does not require conformity. It requires belonging.

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Presuming Competence

Presuming competence is not just a belief—it is the foundation of how members relate to one another. No member's thoughts, humor, or leadership potential is questioned because of how they communicate.

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Shared Culture & Pride

We believe in visible pride and shared identity. Members represent the fraternity in ways meaningful to them.

  • Pride without performance
  • Visibility without explanation
  • Identity without apology

Connect

Events

Our events are designed to build friendship, tradition, and shared experience—not just programming. Some events are structured; many are intentionally unstructured to allow real social connection to develop at a comfortable pace.

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Brothers Only Hangouts

Zoom meetings are on the Second Wednesday of every month at 6 PM Central Time.

 

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Co-Ed Meetups

Zoom meetings are on the Last Monday of every month at 6 PM Central Time.

 

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Annual Retreat

July 16th - 18th, 2027
All Fraternity Brothers, Coeds, and Families are welcome!

Join the Brotherhood

Membership

Membership is more than attendance—it is belonging to a social brotherhood that recognizes and respects autistic spellers as peers. This fraternity is designed to grow relationships over time, not through forced interaction, but through consistency and shared space.

Founder

Caden Larson

Founding Members (Incorp. 2024)

  • Jamie Handley
  • Evan Tastor
  • Trey Tastor
  • Vince Rinicella
  • Steve Hooker
  • Luke Gilmore
  • Joe Swenson
  • Bronson Kompothecras
  • Bo Tennant

Honorary Speaking Member

Blake Sawyer

2025–2026 Rush Class

  • Alex Gorman
  • Sirius Bassekle
  • Charlie Velotta

Members Gain

  • A trusted social circle
  • Shared traditions and language
  • Opportunities for leadership and mentorship
  • Lifelong fraternity affiliation
  • Peer support from those with shared experiences
  • Accessible social events set at a comfortable pace
  • Complete respect for individual communication styles

Begin Your Journey

Rush

Rush is about fit, not evaluation. It's a chance to experience the social culture of the fraternity, meet potential brothers, and decide if this is a place where you feel comfortable and respected.

There are no popularity metrics, no auditions, and no pressure to impress. We value authenticity over performance.

 

The Rush Process

1

Submit a Rush Application

2

Participate in a Virtual Meet-and-Greet

3

Optional Follow-up Conversation

4

Invitation to Membership

All steps honor your preferred communication method and pace.

Questions about rush? Email contact@sigma2chi.org

Begin Your Journey

Merchandise

Our merchandise exists to celebrate identity, brotherhood, and pride. Wearing fraternity merchandise is optional—but for many, it offers a way to express pride and belonging, a visible signal of shared values, and a conversation starter that doesn't require explanation.

Get in Touch

Contact Us

Questions about Sigma2Chi, membership, or rush? Send us a message and we'll get back to you.

Email
contact@sigma2chi.com

Mailing Address
6533 Flying Cloud Dr #1200
Eden Prairie, MN 55344

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