Edmund Law Rogers

Edmund Law Rogers was born July 1, 1850, in Baltimore, Maryland. He prepared for college at the James Kinnier Academy in Baltimore, where Founder Frank Courtney Nicodemus was one of his classmates. As with Arnold, Rogers entered the University of Virginia as a freshman in 1869.

Rogers studied architecture and also developed an interest in acting. His graphic talent is apparent in the Badge of Kappa Sigma, which Rogers designed.

Eventually, his interest in acting turned into a career in the theater in 1880. He was a successful actor, known under his stage name as Leslie Edmunds. Rogers was a popular lead and supporting character for productions of the time. He was quick of wit and possessed enormous charm. Rogers died December 19, 1893.