the position for over 10 years, even though the fraternity's constitution required it biennially. The executive director stated that elections could not take place because none of the chapters were in good standing due to failure to pay dues, and thus there was no one who could legitimately vote. While the judge in the case ordered a new election overseen by an independent party, that order was automatically stayed after the national organization filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in January 2011. In May 2011, all allegations were rescinded, the parties settled all outstanding cases and the fraternity agreed to hold new national elections. After the new national elections, Tau Epsilon Phi went on to continue its operations from a new beginning. The fraternity was now back in the control of the brotherhood of Tau Epsilon Phi and progress was made in its expansions efforts. In 2013 the fraternity established the Alpha Tau colony at Rowan University that became its first chapter since 1996. Following the success of the group the national organization re-established groups at University of Maryland, Rutgers University-New Brunswick and the University of Buffalo. Tau Epsilon Phi has since reorganized its leadership structure and began the process of hiring staff after the 2016 Grand Council term. In 2018 Tau Epsilon Phi hired a new Executive Director and re-established its staff to its chapters and colonies. Since then, the fraternity has continued to hold its biennial elections and hired a Chapter Services Consultant and Expansion Consultant. Tau Epsilon Phi is currently focused on expansion efforts to re-establish its presence at its previous campuses where it has had previous history as well as exploring new campus opportunities. Organization Grand Chapter As of October 25, 1997, the Constitution of Tau Epsilon Phi required that a Grand Chapter meeting be held every two years. The Grand Chapter consists of delegates from each local undergraduate and alumni chapter. The Grand Chapter serves as the supreme legislature with sole responsibility for electing the Grand Council. The Grand Chapter, while in session, also serves as TEP’s Board of Directors, authorizing or approving all fraternity business, including any modifications to the Constitution and Statutory Code. Chapters Notable alumni Some notable alumni: Arts and entertainment: Jeff Altman – stand-up comedian Howard Benson – Grammy-winning music producer and multi-instrumentalist Larry David – actor, writer, comedian, and television producer David Duchovny – actor, writer and director Mat Franco –