[1][2] Sigma Gamma Epsilon was founded on March 30, 1915, at the University of Kansas.

The colors of Sigma Gamma Epsilon are gold, blue, and silver.

Its motto is Synodoí sti Geologikí Érevna or "Companions in geological research".

Government of the Society is by student members and the ultimate legislative authority is vested in a National Convention held every two years.

It is composed of one student delegate from each chapter and the seven national officers who are faculty members.