The Grecian god of music and culture, of light and the ideals toward which all Tekes must constantly be striving. Typifying the finest development of manhood, the selection of Apollo is most appropriate. The official membership badge, made either white or Roman gold and adorned with three white pearls is by far the most important item of the TKE insignia in general use. Only this badge may be worn by undergraduate member. Frequently the standard membership badge is used as a token of engagement.
Minature badges are also available for mothers, sisters or for engagement purposes.
The TKE 'badge of gold' , unique in its design and distictiveness, has never been changed since its adoption. The meaning and connotations of the badge are revealed to members durning initionation. The primary symbol of the Fraternity is the equalateral triangle. Equal-sided, representing the striving toward a full and equal development of mind, body, and heart, it means much within ranks of our Fraternity. It serves as a reminder, too, of the early days of the Fraternity and the traditions established by it's founders, since the first three chapters of Tau Kappa Epsilon, which the foundations for its growth formed an equalateral triangle in their geographical relationship.