Kleos 2015 10 by Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity, Inc

2015 CONVENTION ISSUE

THE KLEOS

OUR ITALIAN HERITAGE

An Educational Journal

Zio, a look back at an Italian Neighborhood

Volume 87, Issue 1 Fall Issue, October 2015

BY JIM PANTALENO, GUEST CONTRIBUTOR

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Compiled and edited by: John J. Russo 1331 Peachtree Lane North Huntingdon, PA 15642 E-mail: Kleos@apd.org Associate Editors/Contributors: Chris Mancusi, Fr. Jim Lentini, Emil Imbro, Jim Miller, Jeff Breen, Sal Flagiello, Tony Carfang, Emil Coscarelli, Mike Iacovelli, and Mason Shattuck. Creative Designer: Jody Toth National Officers NATIONAL PRESIDENT Chris Mancusi E-mail: President@apd.org NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT James Miller E-mail: ExecVP@apd.org CENTRAL OFFICE/NATIONAL SECRETARY Fr. James Lentini E-mail: APDoffice@apd.org NATIONAL TREASURER Rick Trieste E-mail: VPFinancial@apd.org

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IN THIS ISSUE: President’s Message . . . 3 Foundation Scholarship Awards . . . 4 National Awards . . . 8 Summer Convention . . . 10 Convention Scrapbook . . . 12

n my old Brooklyn neighborhood, every block had an old Italian man the residents referred to as “the Mayor” who sat out Jim Panteleno on his stoop 16 hours a day observing. Among his most important duties were to keep any Spaldeen balls hit into his yard, yell profanities in Italian at any kid who was fast enough to retrieve a ball before the Mayor could scoop it up, and rat out kids who did something bad to the kid’s parents. The Mayor was under contract to DiNoboli to smoke only their smelly cigars. The stubs of unfinished cigars would be stashed in the mailbox to be smoked another day. Neighbors called the Mayor ‘Zio’ a term of respect in Italian that translates as uncle. He acknowledged their greetings but rarely smiled unless the greeter happened to be a younger woman, in which case the Mayor became the soul of chivalry, tipping his hat if he was wearing one and exchanging pleasantries. One of the Mayor’s favorite pastimes was playing briscola, an Italian card game that involved communicating the contents of your hand to your partner without the other players catching on. Apparently the rules called for wild gesturing and much cursing. Home made anisette was frequently served to fuel the debate. The old Italian women on my street were fixtures too, with their black dresses and grey hair in buns. They rarely went indoors for fear that the other women would gossip about them. We used to make money running errands so they wouldn’t have to leave the stoop. In the summer they loved the shaved ices with flavored syrup that were sold off a push cart. Since it would be undignified for them to negotiate this transaction in person, they would give us the money. Our reward was a few pennies, or if they were feeling generous, they would treat us to an ice and then pump us for gossip about what was going on in our families. Old neighborhoods like these are hard to Zio find these days. In Philly, there is a section known as Fishtown right near the Italian market which is similar to many old Italian neighborhoods in our cities. Walking those streets, I can still find “Zio” in his cardigan sweater manning his post on the stoop and minding everyone’s business. Jim Pantaleno is a Brooklyn-born Italian-American who now resides in Staten Island, New York. He is married with three children and two grandchildren, Jim received a Masters of Business Administration degree from the Bernard Baruch College of the City University of New York. He retired as an Account Executive from Con Edison in 2000 and went on to do consulting work for them until 2011. He also taught business at Manhattan College and St. John’s University. Jim loves playing golf and writing about his Italian culture and heritage.

Alpha Phi Delta Scrapbook . . . 13 More Convention News: Softball . . . 14 Foundation Stewardship . . . 15 Alumni News . . . 19 In Memoriam . . . 19 Convention 2016 . . . 20

On the Cover One of the events of the summer convention was a group tour of the Washington Monument. About 50 brothers and their families went up the Monument, while others toured the Smithsonian and various sights in our nation’s Capitol.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Welcome to our Second Century As said in the Keynote Address at the National Convention. BY CHRIS MANCUSI, GAMMA SIGMA ’02, NATIONAL PRESIDENT

elcome to the first National Convention of the second century of Alpha Phi Delta! Thanks to John Russo and his convention committee for doing such a marvelous job putting everything together for us this week. Let me tell you, I am so proud to be a brother of Alpha Phi Delta. Some may have had concerns that the great momentum we had been building would die on November 5, 2015 at the onset of our centennial, but I can truly say it’s been “full steam ahead” for our great fraternity. Brothers, I’m glad to report that the state of the fraternity is better than good; we are living in a great age in Alpha Phi Delta history. At the close of this fiscal year, our undergraduates were able to, for the 4th consecutive year, induct 300-plus men of quality. What’s so impressive about this is that we had budgeted for 285 men to be initiated. In the end, 343 men took the oath of brotherhood during the 2014–2015 academic year. This year, we also initiated the 20,000th brother in our history, and he’s in the room tonight! I’m sure Christopher Lopez of the Centenary College colony is willing to sign a few autographs in the hospitality room! Think about this for a second, over the period of just about 100 years, we’ve initiated approximately 20,000 brothers in our history. This works out to an average of about 200 initiates per year. It certainly makes us realize how special this year was by inducting 343 men! Our fraternity has historically had between 20–25 chapters. Today, Alpha Phi Delta stands with 43 chapters and colonies. This is the largest we’ve been since the early ’90s. A big factor in this recent success, is the budding expansion program under Sal Flagiello, our VP for Expansion. Having just chartered our 99th chapter this weekend, Epsilon Zeta at St. Joseph’s College in Brooklyn, there are plans to charter the 100th chapter in our history next February! In fact, if all goes well, we can potentially bring in our 100th, 101st, 102nd and 103rd chapters at our National Council Meeting in New Haven, Connecticut. We’re so very thankful of the special relationship we have with the Alpha Phi Delta Foundation. The foundation publishes The Kleos, which I know how much we all love to hold and read when it hits our mailboxes.

Chris Mancusi Gamma Sigma ’02 Through a very generous foundation grant, we put together the most comprehensive leadership conferences, perhaps in our history for our undergraduates. These, day-long affairs are geared to developing our undergraduates fraternally, spiritually and professionally. In total, 325 brothers attended these conferences. I’m so proud of our undergraduates. This year a record number of scholarships were awarded to deserving students. In addition, I encourage you all to look through the foundation’s “Impact Report,” to see all of the wonderful community service and philanthropy that our chapters are doing. As our data shows, Alpha Phi Delta undergraduates graduate at a 20% higher rate than the average college student. We can concretely say, and shout from the mountain tops, that is it toward your academic benefit to join Alpha Phi Delta. I’ve been so impressed on my visitations to hear about the goal setting and self-accountability as our chapters hold themselves to a higher level. Our undergraduates are active in their student government or IFC and are making a profound impact on their campuses. Quite simply, Alpha Phi Delta men are leaders on campus. I’m so thankful for our district governors and national officers who, as volunteers, bear the brunt of the workload in ensuring our fraternity solidifies the foundation of our second century. We have a nice mix of older and wiser officers as well as younger alumni who have risen to the ranks of

regional or national leadership. This year we were able to truly deepen our leadership bench with the implementation of alumnus advisors for every chapter and colony in our fraternity. I’d be willing to bet that this is the first time the national fraternity was able to achieve this. These advisors will offer guidance and support so that we can strengthen our weaker chapters, challenge our stronger chapters and nurture our colonies and younger groups. Kudos to Jim Miller, National Vice-President, for turning this program into a reality. Brothers, I remind you that everything you do in life; you are 〈⌽⌬. Having visited all our chapters and colonies this past year and having taken countless trips to visit our alumni clubs/associations; I get to bear witness to the passion in the voices of our brotherhood. Some though may not be as noticeable to me, so: For the chapter officer who stays up late at night sacrificing his time for what may feel like a thankless job; I say thank you. For the alumnus who faithfully supports his local alumni club; I say thank you. For the brother who has stepped up to help their chapter or alumni club when no one else was around; I say thank you. For the brother who wrote a $1 check or, hopefully, a $100,000 check to the foundation to fund the great programs for help our undergraduates; I say thank you. For the alumni who have shown up in droves to the Centennial luncheons and Sunshine tours to rekindle the bonds of our brotherhood; I say thank you. For the brother who upholds his oath, lives a good life and offers the hand check to his fellow brothers to keep the bonds of brotherhood alive and strong; I say thank you. Brothers, it is an absolute honor to serve this great fraternity as your National President. I thank you for the privilege you have bestowed on me and for the trust you have given me. In the bond of Alpha Phi Delta, Chris Mancusi National President

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ALPHA PHI DELTA FOUNDATION

Foundation Scholarship Awards 2015 2015 has been a record breaking year for Alpha Phi Delta Scholarships in every category. We gave out 47 individual scholarships totaling $38,500, both records, and received by far the most applications ever. Also more undergraduate fraternity brothers won scholarships this year than ever before. Anthony Carfang Award ($3,500) Established by the 36th National President. Anthony has served as a Scholarship Trustee and a Foundation Director. He is the all-time leading financial donor to The Alpha Phi Delta Foundation. Christopher Albright Chris is starting graduate studies in Optometry after graduating from St. Francis (Pa) College.

Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award ($1,000) Established by the LIAC in honor of the 7th Grand Consul. Keith Moulton Keith is a brother at Beta Rho, Gannon University. He is a senior majoring in mechanical engineering. New York Alumni Club Award honoring Albert Palazzo ($1,000) The award of the New York Alumni Club. George Saives George is a brother at Gamma Pi, Ramapo College of New Jersey.

Stanley Raffa Award ($2,500) Established by the 30th National President. Stan held every top position in the Alpha Phi Delta including President, Vice President, Secretary, District Governor, Kleos Editor and Scholarship Chairman. Joshua Semier Joshua is entering his junior year at Duquesne University. Brooklyn Alumni Club Award ($2,000) The award of the Brooklyn Alumni Club. Intashan Chowdhury A sophomore brother of Delta Omicron Chapter at Rutgers, Newark.

Joseph Cairo, recipient of the Alpha Phi Delta Resort Association of New York Award and his sponsor, Vinnie Birkenmeyer. Both are brothers of Gamma Iota (Pace).

Anthony & Stella Barbieri Award ($1,500) Established by Brother Anthony & Rosina Barbieri in honor of his parents. Nicole Torchia Nicole is the daughter of Brother Anthony Torchia. She is a senior physician’s assistant major and a leader at Northeast University.

Brother Camillus Casey Award ($1,000) Honoring former National Chaplain Bro. Camillus Casey, founding member of Beta Sigma Chapter. Noah Langer Noah is president of the Beta Lambda Alumni Association and chapter advisor. He is completing his MBA fulltime.

Ernest Coletti Award ($1,500) Established by the Mohawk Valley Alumni Club & former District Gov. Ernest Coletti. Joseph Lach, Jr. The nephew of Psi Brother Roger Ross, Joseph attends nurse anesthetist graduate school. John J. Hadgkiss Centennial Scholarship ($1,500) Funded by Beta Rho alumnus John Hadgkiss, who has served Alpha Phi Delta in many positions including Scholarship Trustee and Foundation Executive Director. Patrick Donohue A Briarcliff College Colony founder, president of the student government and captain of the lacrosse team, Patrick is a proud veteran. Pittsburgh Alumni Club Award ($1,500) The award of the Pittsburgh Alumni Club. Amanda Rosinski Amanda is a previous scholarship winner who now is pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Amanda is the sister-in-law of PNP Nick Franki. 4

Felix Infausto Scholarship ($1,000) Established by his widow Clara Infausto in her will. Brother Infausto was inducted into Epsilon Chapter in 1929. He was a national leader in the enactment of interstate laws to protect children. Mrs. Infausto’s gift establishing this scholarship is the largest single donation in the history of Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship. Michael Garcia Michael is a Gamma Sigma brother at St. John’s University. Lillian Anastasio Family Scholarship ($1,000) Established by her children including Theta Beta alumnus Neil Anastasio, who is a scholarship trustee and has served as Kleos Editor & Vice President of Good & Welfare. Kevin Kraus A senior at St. Francis University, Keith was a two-time chapter president at Beta Lambda.

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Paul J Sciullo II Memorial Award ($1,000) An American hero and Psi brother, Paul was killed in the line of duty as a Pittsburgh police officer. He became a police officer at age 35 telling his mother he was leaving more lucrative employment in the private sector, because he wanted to “make a difference.” Michele Mellick Michele is the granddaughter of Richard Mellick, Sr., Psi ’55. She attends Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania. Richard Rau Scholarship Award ($1,000) In honor of the late Richard Rau who died while attending St. Francis College by his fraternity brothers from Beta Sigma Chapter. Brendan Dente Brendan is the son of Brother Robert Dente and attends the New Jersey Institute of Technology’s Honors College.

Noah Langer with Dr. Randy Frye, Dean of School of Business at Saint Francis University, Loretto, Pa. Noah received the Camillus Casey Award. www.APD.org

Fabrizio Family Award ($500) Established by Paul Fabrizio and family. Paul is a scholarship trustee and has held many positions in Alpha Phi Delta. Alana O’Rourke Alana attends Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania and is the daughter of alumnus Joseph O’Rourke.

Alana O’Rourke, winner of the Fabrizio Family Scholarship Award, is pictured with his father and sponsor Joseph O’Rourke.

Brendan Dente was the winner of the Richard Rau Scholarship. He is currently studying abroad at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia, His sponsor was his father Brother Robert Dente. Military Scholarship ($1,000) Established by, and in honor of, the military veterans of Alpha Phi Delta. James Neeley A Navy veteran and junior majoring in cyber security and information assurance, James is a Beta Iota brother at Utica College. Adam DiVincenzo Award ($500) In honor of the 21st Grand Consul and longtime National Secretary. Matthew Modany A Delta Upsilon brother at Robert Morris University, Matt is a senior studying marketing. A. Joseph Creston Award ($500) Established by the 34th National President A. Joseph Creston. Julie DelGreco Julie is the niece of Rocco Muffi, Psi ’65. She attends Seton Hill University. Alpha Phi Delta Resort Association of New York Award ($500) Established by brothers who had collected funds with hopes to build a fraternity owned resort in New York State. Joseph Cairo Joseph is a Gamma Iota brother and a sophomore accounting major at Pace University. Anthony Sallo Memorial Award ($500) Established by his many 〈⌽⌬ friends after his passing in 2014, Anthony was a member of Psi Chapter at Duquesne University. Charles Lovette Charles is a Delta Upsilon brother at Robert Morris University. Barbarino Family Award ($500) Established by Past National President and Founding Scholarship Trustee Santo Barbarino and his family and The Santo J. Barbarino Award ($500), created by the www.APD.org

Scholarship Trustees in honor of Brother Santo’s contributions to Scholarship. A past National President, he also served as District Governor and Editor of The Kleos. A beloved educator and administrator in Long Island, his strong educational credentials served our Scholarship Foundation well. This award is presented annually to an undergraduate brother who has successfully overcome significant challenges to his academic career. This award is in addition to any other awards received. Samy Hegazy A brother of Gamma Sigma Chapter at St. John’s University.

Carmelo and Carmela Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late Brother James Giampiccolo in honor of his parents. Marco Fuentes Marco is a graduate accounting major enrolled in an MBA program at St. Joseph’s College. Daniel Creston Award ($500) Daniel is the son of Past National President A. Joseph Creston. Derek Glover Derek is a member of the Delta Upsilon Chapter at Robert Morris University. Domenic Mente Award ($500) Established by Neumann College alumnus Joseph O’Keefe in honor of his mentor. Wilfido Vasquez He is a junior biology major at Epsilon Gamma Chapter. Eta Chapter Award Honoring Joseph Randazzo ($500) Established at the Centennial Convention in 2014 by the alumni of the City College of New York and other friends of Joseph Randazzo, who celebrated his 100th birthday that year. Joe was the long time editor of the Long Island Alumni Club Newsletter and official proofreader for 〈⌽⌬. Frank Wamsley Frank attends Notre Dame University and is the grandson of Brother Frank Susca, Eta Chapter.

Frank Cavallaro Award ($500) Established in honor of the 22nd National President and longtime expansion chairman. Yotam Bloom Yotam is a Delta Epsilon chapter president senior studying international criminal justice at John Jay College in New York. Frank Costanzo Award (I) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo. Nicholas Maggio Nick is a Psi brother entering a graduate program pursuing a doctorate in physical therapy at Duquesne University. Frank Costanzo Award (II) ($500) One of two awards established by the 23rd National President Frank Costanzo. Alana Mazzei Alana is the granddaughter of John Liotta, Psi ’56. Izzo Family Scholarship ($500) This award honors Albert Izzo (Pi Chapter Founder), Carl P. Izzo Jr and Carl P. Izzo, Sr. Dana Kelly Dana is the granddaughter of PNP A. Joseph Creston, and attends Duquesne University. James S. & Theresa Giampiccolo Award ($500) Established by our late Brother James S. Giampiccolo and his wife. Christine Phelan Christine is a junior theater major at Muhlenberg College and is a previous award winner. Christine is the daughter of Steve Phelan, Beta Sigma alumnus (St. Francis College, Brooklyn).

Alana Mazzei, winner of the Frank Costanzo Award, is pictured with her grandfather and sponsor John Liotta, Psi ’56.

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ALPHA PHI DELTA FOUNDATION

Left to right: Brian Cutaia, Patrick Donohue, Kevin Greif, and Matt Marter.

Project 9Line Patrick Donohue came into Alpha Phi Delta with a lot of things most undergraduates don't have—a wife, three children, a home mortgage, a long period being what he describes as a “terrible” college student, followed by service in the 101’s Airborne in Afghanistan. He leaves his undergraduate years with a lot of things that most college graduates don't have—four consecutive semesters on the Dean’s list (including a 4.0 GPA for senior year), and a full time (volunteer) job in the not-for-profit charitable organization he formed while in college. He also played two years of NCAA College Lacrosse at Briarcliff College, including his senior year as co-captain of the undefeated Division II Northeast Champions team. He was awarded The Alpha Phi Delta John J. Hadgkiss Scholarship at the 2015 Summer Convention. Patrick had what he describes as a comfortable job as a stock broker, but he came home on a Friday and told his wife he was enlisting in the Military which he did three days later. He served as the assistant to his brigade Commander who supervised 5,000 troops. The obligation that Patrick felt to fight for his country continued when he came home. He saw many veterans struggling to reintegrate themselves into society without enough help. So, at a time when he could have been looking for assistance to aid him after his return from the military, Patrick stepped up and formed his own not-for-profit organization called Project9Line. A 9 line is a military term for a Medevac request. Patrick says coming home and navigating life is the true battle for many veterans, and Project9Line was formed to help with that battle. His favorite quote, which he ends all of his emails with is “1 Team 1 Fight.” Once Patrick formed his organization the brothers of Alpha Phi Delta were right there with him on his mission. Many have volunteered to work for the organization. So far Project9Line has run “Vetstock” a live concert where all of the performers are veterans and many other similar projects such as guitar workshops, art shows and marathon training. Their comedy program has trained veterans to be stand-up comedians. They will join other veterans to tour the area with a new comedy show. This fulfills one of Project9Line’s missions of creating a place for veterans through the arts. This fall Patrick is pursuing his MBA at Briarcliff College and continuing his volunteer work with Project9Line. You can check out more about Project9Line at their website www.project9line.org.

The Scholarship Fund is a division of Alpha Phi Delta Foundation Inc. a 501(c) (3) charitable corporation. Scholarship funds are maintained separately from the general funds of the Foundation. Scholarships are awarded when a designated fund receives contributions of at least $10,000. The Scholarship Trustees are: Neil Anastasio (Cochairman), Anthony Barbieri, Mario Cardullo Paul Fabrizio, Charles Fiore, Esq. (Chairman), Nicholas Franki (Co-chairman), Peter Gaudiuso (Treasurer), John Hadgkiss, Leon Panella, Raymo Santilli, Ronald Sme, and Anthony Thomas.

Alexis Camisa and her sponsor, grandfather Kenneth Camisa, Eta Chapter, City College of N.Y. Alexis received the Louis J. Mauriello Award. Louis J. Mauriello Award ($500) Established by his family in his honor, Brother Mauriello was inducted into Eta Chapter at The City College of New York in 1934. Alexis Camisa She is the granddaughter of Kenneth Camisa, Eta Chapter, City College of N.Y. Alexis attends Adelphi University. Mancusi Family Award ($500) Created by 52nd National President Chris Mancusi to honor Alberto and Angelina Mancusi who immigrated to America in the early 20th century as well as their relatives in Ischia, Italy. Monica Carocci Monica is the granddaughter of Sam Carocci. She attends the Honors College at Elmira College. Modica Family Award ($500) Created by Theta Beta alumnus Thomas Modica and his family in memory of their parents Joseph & Violet. Sergio Mejia Sergio is a brother of Gamma Pi at Ramapo College of New Jersey. North Jersey Alumni Club Award ($500) Honoring Americo Faruolo, founding member of Beta Xi chapter and the NJAC. Lindsey Pugh Lindsey is the daughter of deceased Beta Xi alumnus Russell Pugh and attends James Madison University. Panella Family Scholarship ($500) Established by Brother Leon Panella and family. Leon is a scholarship trustee and served as a Foundation Director. Kevin Needer Kevin is a senior mechanical engineering major at Robert Morris University. He is a chapter officer at Delta Upsilon.

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The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award ($500) Laura Reizine Laura is the niece of Jack Consiglio, Psi ’73.

The following note is from Janet Reizine, mother of award winner Lauren. We want to thank you so very, very much for granting Laura The Pittsburgh Ladies Auxiliary of Alpha Phi Delta Alumni Award this year. As a widowed parent, it is a struggle to put Laura through school. This Award could not have come at a better time because Laura has started her Clinical training this year as a Nursing student and there have been a lot of added expenses for books and uniforms, that were needed, in addition to her tuition and room and board. Your award is being put to good use!

Raymo Santilli Award ($500) Created by Psi alumnus Raymo Santilli who is a scholarship trustee. Theresa Fafara Theresa is a senior interior design major at Kean University and the daughter of PNP Al Fafara. Richard Primiano Award ($500) Established by the 38th National President and longtime Scholarship Fund Treasurer. Frederic Sottnick A Delta Delta brother at Wesley College, he is pursuing an MPA degree.

Pictured is Laura Reizine with her sponsor, Uncle Jack Consiglio, Psi ’74.

Robert L. Polito Beta Rho Memorial Award ($500) An exceptional athlete, educator, coach, and inspirational leader to his fraternity brothers, students and colleagues. His pledge brothers are proud to memorialize him with this scholarship. Gabrielle Gentile Gabrielle is the granddaughter of Beta Lambda alumnus Ralph Chappano. Rocco A. Sutera Scholarship ($500) Created by a gift in the Will of Beta Eta alumnus Rocco Sutera. He served as Chairman of the Long Island Alumni Club John Pasta Award prior to its merger with the National Scholarship Fund. Stephan DiGiacomo Steve is a brother at Brooklyn College, Beta Eta Chapter. Russo Family Scholarship ($500) Brothers John and Paul Russo and their families honor the memory of their parents, Anthony and Marie Russo. John is Kleos Editor and editor of the History of 〈⌽⌬, 2001. Paul is a past district governor.

Alison Apgar Alison is the niece of Brother Martin Panariello. She attends Houghton College. Southern California Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Southern California Alumni Club. John Moran John is a Beta Beta Chapter brother and former chapter president and pledge master. He is entering graduate studies for an MBA. George Saives (L) and Sergio Mejia (R) from Gamma Pi Chapter at Ramapo College of NJ. George received the NYAC Al Palazzo Award and Sergio won the Modica Family Award. Khang Le Khang is an active member of Delta Beta Chapter at Rutgers University. The Scholars Award ($500) Established by the generous contributions of past Alpha Phi Delta Scholarship recipients and their sponsors.

Thank you for your generosity selecting me as a recipient for one of the scholarships this year. Your generosity is what allows me to have countless opportunities at Duquesne University. I am fortunate enough to attend the same university as my grandfather, Joe Creston. We just had a great opportunity to attend Mass together at Duquesne’s Mass of the Holy Spirit that they have at the beginning of every school year and the pictures included are from the luncheon that followed. The plaque pictured is a memorial for Reverend Federici and Reverend Niehaus, two of Alpha Phi Delta’s fraternity brothers. Thank you again for this gift. It is greatly appreciated. Thank you once again for your generosity. —Dana Kelly.

Steubenville Alumni Club Award ($500) The award of the Steubenville Alumni Club. Dalton Mack Dalton is a Beta Lambda chapter officer junior studying environmental engineering and chemistry at St. Francis University. Steubenville Ladies Auxiliary Award ($500) The award of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Steubenville Alumni Club. Gabriel Hamawi Gabe is a senior biology major at Southern Connecticut State University. Vincent & James Muffoletto Award ($500) Established by the 29th National President and his son. Samuel Bifulco Sam is the Vice President for Undergraduate Affairs, an 〈⌽⌬ national office and has served Epsilon Gamma at St. Joseph’s College as its president. Youngstown Alumni Club Donald “Red” Nolfi Award ($500) Established in honor of Red Nolfi, the first Beta Omicron President and a guiding force for area alumni. Samuel Lofaro III Sam is a Beta Omicron senior nursing major.

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ALPHA PHI DELTA 2015

NATIONAL AWARDS

The brothers of Epsilon Gamma, St. Joseph’s College Patchogue, N.Y. proudly display their Outstanding Community Service award. The brothers did a great job of supporting community service projects throughout the year!

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Rob DeFrancesco, Delta Upsilon ’12, holds his Pioneer Award, received for his outstanding work in the reactivation of Delta Upsilon, Robert Morris University.

MIDDLE LEFT: National President’s Above and Beyond Award winners (L–R) Mike Carcione (accepting for his dad Joe), Sal Flagiello and Todd Cusato MIDDLE RIGHT (ABOVE): Gamma Sigma Chapter at St. John’s University collects the Most Improved Chapter Award from National President Chris Mancusi. LFET: North Jersey was honored with the Outstanding District Award celebrated by many members of the North Jersey Alumni Club in attendance at convention.

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Tony Carfang (L), one of only three living members of the elite APD Lifetime Achievement award congratulates Al Fafara, who has just received the same award. There have been only six recipients of this award since it was established. The third living recipient of this award, Joe Creston, was not able to attend this year’s convention.

Alex Franki, President of the New York Alumni Club accepts the Outstanding Alumni Club award from National President Chris Mancusi.

Nick Franki, most recent Past National President, is honored with the Outstanding Alumnus Award.

National Awards 2015 Outstanding Chapter Delta Epsilon, John Jay College Most Improved Chapter Gamma Sigma, St. John’s Univ.–SI Outstanding Community Service Epsilon Gamma, St. Joseph’s College-Patchhogue Outstanding Alumni Club New York Outstanding District North Jersey District Outstanding Undergraduate Fred Sottnick, Delta Delta ’11 Outstanding Alumnus Nick Franki, Gamma Lambda ’87

Father Jim Lentini (R) is presented the National President’s Recognition Award for his continuous service as National Secretary.

Lifetime Achievement Al Fafara, Beta Xi ’69

Winners of the 2015 Outstanding Chapter Award, Delta Epsilon, John Jay College, New York, NY. www.APD.org

Outstanding Undergraduate Fred Sottnick, Delta Delta, Wesley College, receives the award from National President Chris Mancusi.

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Summer 2015 Convention Post Centennial Summer Convention Highly Successful

SUBMITTED BY AL FAFARA, PNP, BETA XI ’69

Monument. Others took separate trips to downtown D.C. for other historical tours. Evening events included a comedian and magician, a newly created trivia night, which turned out to be very successful, the always fun karaoke night. The on-site dinners were well attended and the food was good. The hospitality room was small for our needs,

but alumni and undergrads did come and go and the socializing was always present. The fraternity also conducted its limited amount of business, with the Foundation holding a meeting on Friday afternoon and National President Chris Mancusi his Executive Committee meeting Friday evening. The discussions included the logisPhoto by Emil Coscarelli

espite some predictions of severe drop off in attendance both due to a let down from last year’s Centennial Convention and the location of the site outside of Pennsylvania for the first time in 11 years, the Alpha Phi Delta Convention of August 12–16 was highly successful, both in terms of attendance and activities. A total of 300 people attended in whole or in part during the week/weekend at the Holiday Inn in Gaithersburg, Md., located near Washington, D.C. The Convention kicked off with a dinner for the early arriving contingent at the Dogfish Head Alehouse, located near the hotel. Almost 70 people partook in food and fraternalism. Golf outings were held on Thursday and Friday at a near-by course and several foursomes took their turns hacking away. The week also included individual and group trips to a near-by minor league baseball game, National Zoo, Six Flags Amusement Park, and Washington

Executive Committee modeling their brand new, personalized APD uniforms, courtesy of National President Chris Mancusi. Mancusi led a thorough goals-setting session, where he challenged each officer to develop measurable targets for the upcoming year. Photo by Emil Coscarelli

Always one of the highlights of the summer convention—the annual softball game of the undergrads versus the alumni on Saturday morning. More than100 undergrads were in attendance. 10

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The convention saluted brothers who served in the military with a cocktail reception featuring keynote speaker Col. Marylyn Chiafullo (front right).

APD’s 99th Chapter: Epsilon Zeta, St Joseph’s College, Brooklyn, N.Y., receives their charter! Photo by Emil Coscarelli

Held for the second time, a leadership breakfast featuring our past national presidents convening with undergraduate chapter presidents to offer them advice on leading. Photo by Emil Coscarelli

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tics for next February’s National Council meeting in New Haven, Conn., chapters that have fewer than 10 members, expansion successes, and other housekeeping issues. The overall health of the fraternity remains excellent. Other events included the Alumnus Emeritus Luncheon Friday afternoon, Military Brothers Honor Reception Cocktail hour on Friday evening, which was attended by 80 people, and the President’s Breakfast, attended by Past National Presidents and current chapter presidents on Saturday morning. The was also the traditional alumni/undergrad softball game held shortly thereafter, won this year by the undergrads. National Chaplain Father Lentini conducted the Memorial Mass prior to the Saturday night Awards Dinner. This year’s award winners can be found elsewhere in this issue. There were also more than 40 scholarship awards given out by the Scholarship Committee of the Foundation ranging in $500 to $2,000. At the conclusion of the evening, Past National President Al Fafara was presented with the Alpha Phi Delta Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the sixth brother to receive this award. The weekend ended with a number attending an Orioles game in Camden Yards in Baltimore on Sunday afternoon, organized by Todd Cusato. It was on the way home for many. John Russo and his committee members deserve a great deal of thanks in organizing and running such a successful event. Next year’s Convention will be held at the Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Md., just southwest of Baltimore. It will be a week earlier, Aug. 3–7, 2016 and it will be a resort hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool and on-site golf course. Not too early to start thinking about it. n

The annual convention golf outing was played Thursday at beautiful Laytonsville Golf Club.

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ABOVE: Always family friendly, these children of brothers play miniature golf at the Thursday picnic. RIGHT: Carl P. Izzo Sr., Psi ’51 poses at the Alumnus Emeritus luncheon with his grandsons Nick, Chi ’12 (L) and Rob DeFrancesco, Delta Upsilon ’12, (R) who also attended the convention. They are part of a four generation APD family.

Current President Chris Mancusi poses with PNPs who attended this year’s convention and Leadership breakfast: (l to r) Chris, Manny Rodriguez, Vince Muffoletto, Al Fafara, Bob Valeriano, Tony Carfang and Nick Franki.

ABOVE: An emotional Colonel Joseph Massaro, Epsilon ’52, addresses the brothers who attended the Military Reception about his experience in the U.S. Army and how it impacted his life.

ABOVE: Colonel Marilyn Chiafullo, the guest speaker at this year’s Military Brother’s Reception poses with our very own PNP, Colonel Vince Muffoletto, Epsilon ’46, the “dean” of brothers who attended the Military Brother’s Reception.

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LEFT: Rocco Muffi, Psi ’65, Paul Fabrizio, Psi ’63 and Tony Barbieri, Beta Beta ’59 reminisce about old times at the Alumnus Emeritus lunch. This page is sponsored by the Pittsburgh Alumni Club.

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It’s always great to see strong undergraduate attendance at the convention, especially when it’s from one of our newest chapters, Epsilon Epsilon, SUNY Farmingdale, just chartered in February. Here the brothers pose for a photo before the awards dinner. (L–R) Mark Alter, James Austin, Dave Gralitzer, Dave Link, Erik Ryan, Corey DeSimone, and Trevor Ballato.

There’s always time for mini reunions at the convention. Here some of the brothers from Psi Chapter from the 1970s re-unite, joined by a photo bomber from the 60s. (L–R), John Johnstone (Psi ’73), Dave Cech (Psi ’71), photo bomber Paul Fabrizio (Psi ’63), Bob Valeriano (Psi ’72) and Dave Masquelier (Psi ’70).

The brothers of the brand new Centenary College colony, (NJ) attending their first APD Convention and pose with our National President and project manager Chris Mancusi who was clearly distracted by a photo bomber. (L–R) Keith Bassford, Chris Flores, National President Chris Mancusi, photo bomber (Mike Young), Matthew Cristales and 20,000th brother, Christopher Lopez.

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BELOW: On September 13, 2015, Beta Beta Chapter (Manhattan) went to the Ferragosto festival in the little Italy area of the Bronx to support Love Holds Life which is a children’s cancer foundation in the Hudson Valley district. They helped raise money and awareness for the organization and collected nearly $10,000 in donations! Apart from helping this foundation, they celebrated our Italian heritage by embracing our culture over a cannoli or two.

On September 5, 2015, Beta Sigma inducted two more brothers into the fraternity. Congratulations to James Cafiero and Jamal Kettrell. This page is sponsored by David Alcaro, Lambda ’95, University of Pennsylvania. www.APD.org

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More Convention News: Softball Photos by Emil Coscarelli

Annual Undergraduate versus Alumni Softball: A Rivalry Renewed—A Tradition for All Time n a sun soaked Saturday morning, at the first convention of Alpha Phi Delta’s second century, a team of scrappy undergraduates met a squad of wily veterans in the annual Alumni vs. Undergraduates Softball Game. The game got off to a fast start as the undergrads put up a 4 spot in the opening frame. Not to be out done, the elder brothers responded with a four spot of their own in the bottom of the first and the battle was joined. In the top of the second the Alumni hurler and NIB (Newly Inducted Brother) Ralphie Parmegiani settled in and mowed down the youngsters. Undergrad Kyle Pasquarella But the UG top of the order was too swings for the fences. much for the elders, led by John Horton, Christian Falcaro and Tom O’Keefe from Epsilon Gamma; Dirty Dan, Ralph WhoHasNoNickname, and Balding Ben from Gamma Nu; and Nick Barr from Delta Upsilon. They went a combined 16–27 for the game and accounted for 12 of the 13 UG runs! The veterans, led by first year graduate Adam Iacovelli (Gamma Iota), and his fellow BAC and Theta Beta alumni Pete Gaudiuso and Tom Modica were all 3–3. Rob DiFrancesco (Delta Upsilon), Rick Trieste (BAC/Beta Beta), Joe Rahtelli Jr (Delta Theta), and PNP

Manny Rodriguez (Gamma Sigma) chipped in with two hits apiece. In the late innings the alumni found themselves a bit short handed. Perennial MVP Gene Gemelli was MIA. Manager Mike “Scooter” Iacovelli, who was recovering from Achilles repair surgery and Joe Narciso, still of the “Progressively Debilitating Neurological Disorder” and foot surgery, were physically unable to play. But perhaps the highest hurdle the elder brothers had to leap was losing Octogenerian and career .667 hitter Joe Massaro to open heart surgery. With age and experience comes resourcefulness, and in the bottom of the sixth the alumni mounted a comeback and took the lead, 11–10. In the final frame the whippersnappers clearly feeling the heat, brazenly and admittedly batted out of order so as to Ralph Parmegiani pitches for the alumni. have their best hitters hit. What happened next? Who remembers? See you Saturday August 6, 2016 when the Alumni will once again reign supreme. — Submitted by Joe Narciso, Gamma Lambda, and Mike Iacovelli, Theta Beta PS, the undergrads captured the crown.

BAC Softball Team Twenty one brothers pictured at the final game of the 2015 season for the Brooklyn Alumni Club Softball team. In this, the 39th year of the team, we have seen 113 players representing 19 different chapters play, including 10 current players under 30 years of age! This year the team had three pairs of biological brothers who are fraternity brothers playing: Back Row: Marc and Adam Iacovelli, who joined their father Mike; Joe and David Mattioli; and Nick and Matt Marter. Standing: Ralphie Parmegiani, Ralph “Zeke” Parmegiani, Dan DiIorio, Chris Gerdau, Adam Iacovelli, Dave Mattioli, Rick Trieste, Joe Mattioli, Mike “Scooter” Iacovelli, Marc Iacovelli, Mike Manniello, Nick Marter, and Greg Caldarella. Front Row: Billy Simmons, Rob “Plumber” DeMartini, Jay Rattigan, Coach Joe Caldarella, Pete Gaudiuso, Luis Castillo, John “Trip” Tripodi, Lenny Plantemoli, M.D. Not Pictured: Scott Giammarino, Leo Parmegiani, Matt Marter, Seth Damergy, and Tony Amato. This page is sponsored by Robert Grecco, Beta Mu ’74, DePaul University.

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From the Chairman Brothers, Behold the Impact of Alpha Phi Delta! g young men into young adults. Thanks to your generosity, our beloved fraternity is transformin communities and engaging our host We are training leaders, developing citizens, impacting our . universities. These following pages are about that stewardship sound obvious, the surprising national First and foremost, our brothers graduate. While that may among our brothers is huge. Each year, average graduation rate for men is only 56%. The 76% rate though the cracks if consigned to seventy young men graduate who would have otherwise fallen rate is an unprecedented 98.5%. the collegiate average. Among our scholarship recipients, the oath compels us to pass it on. Your Our founding fathers have given us a precious gift and our $100,000 of support this past donations are doing exactly that. You have helped provide nearly Life programs, community service, year for leadership programs, career nights, Brotherhood For dIn career networking groups and The Kleos, Sunshine Tour gatherings, Facebook pages, Linke , engage and transform every single YouTube videos. These programs have the capacity to reach brother. Phi Delta. This is Our Alpha Society recognizes a brother’s first donation to Alpha begin passing the gift forward. Our Omega Society recognizes a brother’s final estate gift to page 18 to make your bequest.

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IMPACT: SCHOLARSHIP Over the past forty years, Alpha Phi Delta has awarded more than 600 scholarships to deserving students. Our scholars have an unprecedented 98.5% graduation rate, 40 points above the national collegiate average. In August of 2015, we are awarding 48 scholarships selected from among 92 highly qualified applicants. The tragedy is that we can’t do more for the other 44.

Many brothers endow a scholarship with an initial $10,000 contribution and add to the principal regularly. Twelve years ago, Tony Barbieri did that and also instructed his family members to send in donations each year in lieu of Father’s Day and birthday presents. Now, the principal balance of the scholarship endowed in his parents’ name is over $30,000. That’s a lot of socks, sweaters, handkerchiefs and neckties. Importantly, that’s also a huge boost to our young scholars.

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IMPACT: LEADERSHIP There is perhaps no greater leadership experience on college campuses than that of a fraternity chapter officer. Imagine the experience our young men gain as they plan, organize, execute and discipline. Chapter membership is voluntary and no one really has to listen. That means that our leaders need to be so good that others willingly choose to follow. Think about that for a minute. These are skills that last a lifetime.

Dr. Joseph Carcione of the Hudson Valley Alumni Club on Leadership.

More than 250 chapter leaders at the NYC regional leadership conference this past January.

More than 125 undergrads listen to General Odierno discuss leadership and responsibility.

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As you can see, Alpha Phi Delta trains our young leaders in a number of ways. More than 350 undergrads participated in regional leadership workshops this past year. Attending plenary sessions on our history, culture and mission as well as breakout sessions for each individual office, our brothers learn from each other as well as our volunteer alumni. Many of our alumni faculty at these events are themselves professional educators, counselors and trainers. We are indeed fortunate.

Sam Bifulco and Peter Raso of Epsilon Gamma recognize our leaders/award winners at the National Convention.

Chapter officers at a breakout session at the Pittsburgh regional leadership conference in January.

National Vice President Jim Miller speaks on Risk Management.

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Leave your legacy Your life’s accomplishments are important to celebrate and honor. A charitable gift to Alpha Phi Delta Foundation is such a way to cement your legacy. Charitable gifts, including long-range estate and financial planning, can be a great way for you to provide support for Alpha Phi Delta. It is possible to “Leave a Legacy” while potentially minimizing taxes and settlement costs and conserving more of your estate for loved ones.

Why is it important to consider an estate plan? An estate plan gift is a powerful tool that can provide a way for you to help secure your own financial future and the financial future of Alpha Phi Delta. It can help you make larger gifts than you ever dreamed possible. Some estate plan gifts can provide you with income for life.

When is the best time of my life to join the Omega Society? There will come a time in all our lives when we consider how we want to leave our legacy. Let us talk to you about making a planned gift to support Alpha Phi Delta and becoming a life-long partner in advancing academic excellence while making a difference in the lives of our students. None of us know when our time runs out. That means the time to do this is NOW.

What are the easiest ways to leave my legacy? There are many ways to make an estate bequest. Here are two very straightforward types of giving: • Bequests- A bequest is a gift made through a will or living trust. Bequests may be stated as a percentage of your estate, as the residual of your estate or a specific dollar amount. The drafting of a will or living trust should be arranged with your attorney. Foundation representatives are available and willing to confer with you and your attorney in drafting the appropriate bequest clauses. • Retirement Accounts or Insurance Policies- You can name the Foundation as beneficiary of a retirement account (401k or IRA) or a life insurance policy and secure important tax benefits. Generally, that’s just a matter of changing your beneficiary designation with your provider. Just list the beneficiary as Alpha Phi Delta Foundation, Inc, tax ID # 31-1005845.

What should I do first? Seek advice from your financial, legal and tax counsel when considering a charitable gift of any type. Gift planning is unique to each individual or couple. The specific benefits of a planned gift are influenced by a number of variables such as your age, income tax bracket, size of the gift, etc. Your professional advisor will be familiar with your circumstances.

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IN MEMORIAM Paul H. Nolte, Beta Theta ’71 (Steubenville), passed away June 5, 2015 in Monroeville, Pa. at age 64 after a long battle with heart and kidney disease. Paul pledged at Beta Theta but later transferred to Duquesne University where he became an active member of Psi Chapter. Paul graduated from Duquesne in 1974. Peter R. Iole, Psi ’49 (Duquesne), died June 11 in Erie, Pa. Pete was a longtime educator for the PineRichland School District outside of Pittsburgh, serving in teaching and administrative roles. He also had been the owner of Emergency Denture Repair Service in Mars, Pa. and North Hills of Pittsburgh. He was a member of St. Kilian Church, where he formerly taught religious education to children and served as Eucharistic minister. He also belonged to the Mars Kiwanis Club, the Mars Chamber of Commerce, the Mars Historical Society, and the Italian Sons and Daughters of America. He held the rank of Sergeant in the Army and taught for the Department of Defense in Spain, Germany and Italy for ten years. Pete was a long time member of the Pittsburgh Alumni Club.

Frank (Gamma Sigma ’04) and Josephine Chiofalo celebrate their wedding this past summer. As evidenced by the photo, there was no shortage of brothers in attendance. There were seven Alpha Phi Delta brothers in the bridal party. Brothers from the Gamma Sigma Alumni Association celebrate the wedding of Rafi Issman (Gamma Sigma '03) and the former Jennifer Manieri.

RIGHT: Tommy Gambino (Gamma Sigma, 89) hosts a Caribbean-themed party with Jimmy Buffet Music at his home in Aberdeen, N.J. In the picture are Brothers Greg Taylor, Tommy Laperuta, Tommy Gambino and Joe Friedman.

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On June 13, 2015 the brothers of the Brooklyn Alumni Club, along with brothers from the NYAC and NJAC, held an induction ceremony for 〈⌽⌬’s newest graduate brother, Ralph “Ralphie” Parmegiani. Pictured holding the banner: Cousin Leo Parmegiani (Beta Omega); Ralphie (BAC); Proud Father Ralph “Zeke” Parmegiani (Beta Sigma). Ralphie (pledge name “Shrimp Parmegiani”) is surrounded by over 30 brothers from 3 alumni clubs, many of whom Ralphie has known for his entire life!

Jim Kilcoyne, Beta Lambda ’69, visited with Dr. Albert Zanzukki, Beta Lambda ’58. Dr. “Zan” as he was affectionately known was the chapter advisor to Beta Lambda Chapter at St. Francis of Loretto (Pa.) for many years and mentored and influenced many of our brothers at St. Francis. Dr. Zan and his wife recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary. (While the Kleos was going to print, we learned that Dr. Zan passed away September 18 at the age of 99.)

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