​Xi Chapter
​Kappa Alpha Order

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Marker Text: 15009

Aluminum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Location: ​intersection of McKenzie Drive and Maple Street, Georgetown

Geographic: 30° 38.144′ N, 97° 40.069′ W

Marker Text: ​This fraternity was founded in 1865 by former Confederate soldiers at Washington College in Lexington, Virginia, during the administration of Robert E. Lee. Xi Chapter was founded at Southwestern University on November 28, 1883, by Alexander S. Walker and Frederick C. Procter of the University of Texas. Xi Chapter met secretary until 1887 when faculty anti-fraternity laws were rescinded. The first fraternity house was built in 1895. Throughout its history Xi chapter has produced numerous distinguished alumni. (1983)