Tau Alumni Celebrate Man of the Year Mike Sharpe ’79
Tau Man honoree Mike Sharpe ’79 flanked by TKSEF Chairman Bill Zwiener ’73 and past TKSEF Chairman Jim Pritchett ’71. 
Alumni leadership and Pledge Class '79 brothers honored Mike Sharpe as this year’s Tau Man of the Year on October 23 at Warren Wildlife Gallery in Austin. Mike has served as a TKSEF Officer/Director since 2008, serving terms as Secretary, Treasurer, and President of the Tau Trustees.

“No one is more dedicated to the Tau Chapter and helping maintain its strong legacy than Mike Sharpe,” said Bill Zwiener, TKSEF Chairman. “He’s an exceptional example of a Kappa Sig alum who has given his time, talent, and treasure to help make our Chapter the best it can be. He’s also one of the most enthusiastic Longhorn fans you’ll ever know!” 
Four Kappa Sig alums whose fathers were also Kappa Sig initiates. The fathers, who have all passed away, remained close friends throughout their lives. Hunter McGrath ’80 (son of Bud McGrath ’55), Kip Sowden ’82 (son of Webb Sowden ’54), Rick Warren ’78 (son of Johnny Warren ’55), and Mike Sharpe ’79 (son of John Sharpe ’55). 
TKSEF Board of Directors: John Hempfling ’90, John Kincade ’79, Bill Zwiener ’73, Mike Sharpe ’79, Brian Miller ’79, and Danny Grant ‘79
Mike currently serves as Assistant District Grand Master for Central Texas District (Baylor, SMU, and TCU). He has earned the Silver Scroll Award and Jackson's Man Pin #1499, Emerald Level. 
As an undergraduate, he was a Tau Chapter delegate to the 1979 Conclave and has attended four other conclaves as an alumnus while serving on the House Corporation over the past 11 years.
Tau Man honoree Mike Sharpe ’79 (second from right) with daughter Madison, brother-in-law Steve Foy ’75, wife Jenny, and daughter Morgan. 
“Mike has been a vital part of the Tau Chapter and alumni leadership for more than four decades,” said Jim Pritchett, past TKSEF Chairman. “His hard work, attention to detail, and generous support has helped make Tau Chapter one of the strongest and most respected Kappa Sigma chapters in the country.” 
Pledge Class ’79: Danny Grant, Bobby Greer, John Kincade, Pat Appel, John Martin, Mike Sharpe, Mitchell Howington, and Brian Miller. John Martin is holding a photo of a scavenger hunt held during their UT days. 
Tau Man honoree Mike Sharpe ’79 (second from left) with former Tau Man of the Year honorees Rick Warren ’78 (2012), Reggie Tuck ’69 (2018), and Jim Pritchett ’71 (2013).