The Gavel Podcast

Brotherhood, Mentorship, and the Secret Service with Thomas Landry (Miami University)

Episode Summary

In this episode, the Fraternity sits down with Brother Tom Landry, Senior Lead Consultant for Secure Environment Consultants. A proud alumnus of Sigma Nu’s Epsilon Nu Chapter at Miami University, Tom previously served as a Special Agent in Charge with the U.S. Secret Service. During the conversation, he reflects on his career in law enforcement, how he found his path to the Secret Service, and why he remains committed to giving back to Sigma Nu through mentorship.

Episode Notes

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc., and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood. 

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Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton - Beta Tau Chapter (North Carolina State) Alumnus and Sigma Nu Fraternity's Director of Communications

Guest for this Episode

• Tom Landry - Epsilon Nu Chapter (Miami University) Alumnus. Retired Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Secret Service. Current Senior Lead Consultant for Secure Environment Consultants

Episode References

• Sigma Nu Mentor Network - The Sigma Nu Mentor Network is the Fraternity’s premier initiative connecting collegiate brothers and young alumni with the professional insight, experience, and guidance of Sigma Nu’s broader alumni network.
• Navigators - Navigators is a program within the Sigma Nu Mentor Network that connects brothers pursuing specific careers with peer groups and alumni mentors, offering realistic insights into their chosen professional fields.
• Operation Greek Shield - A national certification program designed exclusively for fraternities and sororities with chapter housing.
• Lexington Leadership Institute - The Lexington Leadership Institute is an immersive summer program for rising second and third-year brothers that builds ethical leadership skills, personal insight, and tools for success. Registration is currently open through April 30.

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