Parents & Families
An investment in higher education, character, and professional success.
A Return on Investment
“It’s not what you’re doing in life that matters, only with whom you are doing it!” — David V. De Marco, 1991
We (the Executive Committee and Alumni) understand that sending your son to the University of Texas is a significant investment. Our role is to ensure that your investment yields a return—not just in social memories, but in higher education, character (ethics/morals/work ethic), discipline, and capability.
Our Mission: To provide the infrastructure for young men of faith to experience a diversified community of brothers. We teach our future leaders by sharing our successes and, more importantly, our failures—and how those failures shaped our lives. We support each member in ascertaining the most out of their education and gaining the experience to become successful young contributing professionals.
Our Strategic Pillars
Academic Accountability
The Degree Comes First. We never forget they are here to graduate. Academic accountability is our baseline, enforced through structured study and mentorship.
Diverse Perspectives
Innovation doesn't happen in an echo chamber. We recruit young men from different backgrounds and majors because navigating diverse viewpoints is a prerequisite for the modern workforce.
Mentorship Through Reality
Our alumni share not just their highlights, but the hard lessons from failures. We provide the "business survival guide" that isn't taught in the lecture hall.
A Legacy of Endurance
President, Sigma Alumni Corp
Born in Hawaii, David is the youngest of six children. His father, an Italian immigrant who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, used the GI Bill to earn degrees from NYU and Harvard, eventually serving as the Comptroller for the armed forces in Europe. His mother was a professor at UT Dallas until age 88.
David met his wife, Kimberlee, at the University of Texas in 1986. Kimberlee started the "little sisters" program for Phi Kap, and today they own and manage Volleyball USA and Third Coast Volleyball in Houston.
"My perspective was profoundly altered in 2023 after a catastrophic skiing accident broke my leg in 12 pieces. After nine operations and 24 months of recovery, I thank God every day for the ability to walk. I bring that same reality-based resilience to our mentoring programs."
The Technological Revolution
We understand that the AI revolution is the most profound change in our lifetime. We work with all members on navigating the future of their majors, hosting open discussions on how AI is changing industries. We are committed to helping your son transition from a student into a man of principle and purpose.
— David V. De Marco, SAC President (December 2025)
Family Calendar
Stay informed on academic breaks, dues deadlines, and family events.
Connect with Sigma Chapter
We are always happy to answer questions from alumni, parents, and prospective members.
Rush Inquiries: /rush
Alumni Updates: /update-info
© 2025 Phi Kappa Sigma Sigma Chapter.
2402 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705
Parents & Families
An investment in higher education, character, and professional success.
A Return on Investment
“It’s not what you’re doing in life that matters, only with whom you are doing it!” — David V. De Marco, 1991
We (the Executive Committee and Alumni) understand that sending your son to the University of Texas is a significant investment. Our role is to ensure that your investment yields a return—not just in social memories, but in higher education, character (ethics/morals/work ethic), discipline, and capability.
Our Mission: To provide the infrastructure for young men of faith to experience a diversified community of brothers. We teach our future leaders by sharing our successes and, more importantly, our failures—and how those failures shaped our lives. We support each member in ascertaining the most out of their education and gaining the experience to become successful young contributing professionals.
Our Strategic Pillars
Academic Accountability
The Degree Comes First. We never forget they are here to graduate. Academic accountability is our baseline, enforced through structured study and mentorship.
Diverse Perspectives
Innovation doesn't happen in an echo chamber. We recruit young men from different backgrounds and majors because navigating diverse viewpoints is a prerequisite for the modern workforce.
Mentorship Through Reality
Our alumni share not just their highlights, but the hard lessons from failures. We provide the "business survival guide" that isn't taught in the lecture hall.
A Legacy of Endurance
President, Sigma Alumni Corp
Born in Hawaii, David is the youngest of six children. His father, an Italian immigrant who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, used the GI Bill to earn degrees from NYU and Harvard, eventually serving as the Comptroller for the armed forces in Europe. His mother was a professor at UT Dallas until age 88.
David met his wife, Kimberlee, at the University of Texas in 1986. Kimberlee started the "little sisters" program for Phi Kap, and today they own and manage Volleyball USA and Third Coast Volleyball in Houston.
"My perspective was profoundly altered in 2023 after a catastrophic skiing accident broke my leg in 12 pieces. After nine operations and 24 months of recovery, I thank God every day for the ability to walk. I bring that same reality-based resilience to our mentoring programs."
The Technological Revolution
We understand that the AI revolution is the most profound change in our lifetime. We work with all members on navigating the future of their majors, hosting open discussions on how AI is changing industries. We are committed to helping your son transition from a student into a man of principle and purpose.
— David V. De Marco, SAC President (December 2025)
Family Calendar
Stay informed on academic breaks, dues deadlines, and family events.
Connect with Sigma Chapter
We are always happy to answer questions from alumni, parents, and prospective members.
Rush Inquiries: /rush
Alumni Updates: /update-info
© 2025 Phi Kappa Sigma Sigma Chapter.
2402 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705