Upsilon Alumni Association
Even after a century, our hearth still burns bright.
Sigma Pi at UCLA enters its second century with the same brotherhood that took root at 612 Landfair. Explore the stories, archives, gatherings, and people who continue to carry Upsilon forward.
100 Years
Honoring the first century and building the second.
Upcoming Events
The Upsilon year.
From fall kickoff through spring quarter, gather with alumni and active members at the events that keep Upsilon connected.
01 · Fall Quarter
Active/Alumni Tailgater
Join the Active Chapter at our pre-game tailgater and reconnect with Upsilon brothers from across the decades.
02 · Winter Quarter
Founders’ Day
Come reconnect, celebrate our award winners, and spend an afternoon back at the House.
03 · Spring Quarter
Active/Alumni Poker Night
Reconnect with old friends, meet the new generation of Sigma Pi brothers, and compete for the Upsilon Poker Tournament Perpetual Trophy.
News & Updates
Latest alumni news.
Recent chapter news, alumni features, honors, and brotherhood stories appear in a consistent article format with the correct image, date, category, and story text.
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Brother Finkel receives Proclamation for 40 years of service
Read More: Brother Finkel receives Proclamation for 40 years of serviceThe National office and Past Grand Sage Larry Rovira honored Past Sage David Finkel for five decades of dedication to the brotherhood. David led the 100th Anniversary fundraising campaign and has served as Treasurer of the Housing Board since 2000.
More News
Adytum On High
Adytum on High.
Memorial notices remain separate from general news, honoring each brother with a verified remembrance and respectful presentation.
Dr. James Randels, PhD (Y1958)
Brother Randels passed to the Adytum in January 2025 after a career in mathematics and computer science.
Robert Hillerman (Y1957)
Brother Hillerman passed to the Adytum on High in Georgia at age 87.
Willard Altman (Y1954)
Brother Altman was a CPA, Ernst & Young partner, and strong supporter of the UAA.
Photos & Videos
Photo galleries and historic videos.
Explore Upsilon gatherings, chapter-house improvements, traditions, and historic footage preserved across generations.
April 26, 2015
1980s photos from Scott Tsugita
Historic Upsilon photo gallery from the 1980s.
October 13, 2013
New Flooring and Painting
New hardwood floors and refreshed interior paint made possible by continued alumni support.
March 17, 2013
Surfers Stomp Party
Don “Buzzard” Buchanan and Rick “Craig” Owens warming up for a Surfers Stomp party.
March 17, 2013
USC Banner Taunt
Buzzard and Craig Owens with a USC banner after a midnight raid on fraternity row.
Historic Videos
Centennial Film
Sigma Pi UCLA at 100 Years
Watch the locally hosted centennial film with sound and accessible playback controls on desktop or mobile.
Spring 1990
Spring College Madhouse Trailer
Historic Upsilon footage from the Spring 1990 College Madhouse event.
1989
1989 Rush
Historic Upsilon rush footage preserved from 1989.
1950s · Oldest Film in the Archive
1950s Movie with Narration
Narrated historic Upsilon footage from the 1950s—the oldest film currently preserved in the UAA video archive.
Publications Archive
Publications and documents.
Explore the latest and featured publications here, then browse the complete Pioneer, yearbook, Emerald, and document archives.
Pioneer Winter 2025
A recovered issue of The Pioneer, the official Upsilon Alumni Association newsletter.
Open Publication
The Emerald: Upsilon at 100
The Spring 2023 Emerald feature on Upsilon’s centennial, led by the historic 1950s waterfight image.
Open Publication
UCLA Sigma Pi 100th Anniversary Onsite Guide
The onsite guide from Upsilon’s 100th Anniversary celebration, preserved with the campaign materials.
Open Publication