MARCH 12, 2010 - The Tragos Quest to Greece is a total immersion in the birthplace of Western Civilization and participants walk in the Athenian Agora where Socrates first formed philosophy. Daniel Saavedra, Junior, was named one of those who will receive one of 18 scholarships to attend the 2010 Tragos Quest to Greece. Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity recognizes its Ancient Greek heritage and every year sends a few of its elite undergraduates on a week-long trip to Greece. Hundreds of SigEp undergraduates nationwide competed for a chance to attend this once-in-a-lifetime experience. They stand atop the rock where democracy was first practiced. They visit Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games and the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Dan Saavedra is a Political Science and Justice double major from Venice, Florida and the current chapter President of DC Delta.

“Our fraternity excels in academics, leadership, and athletics,” said Saavedra, “and our brothers represent some of the most impressive college men in the county. To be selected for such a prestigious award is truly an honor.”

The 2010 Tragos Quest to Greece will take place from June 17 through the 27. In August of 2005, the Tragos Quest to Greece was endowed with a $1 million gift by former St. Louis native and Washington U. alumnus William G. Tragos, ’56, and his wife Lilli. Tragos is a Past Grand President of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and founder of the world’s first international advertising agency, TBWA. Tragos is an active volunteer in Sigma Phi Epsilon and resides in Montecito, California.