Delta Sigma Phi Beta Kappa Spring 2013
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L e t t e r f ro m t h e P re s i d e n t Alumni, Parents, and Supporters:
father in 1982, will conclude with Randy Rogers Band at the house that night. Please contact me if you have any questions about that weekend.
It is my honor to serve as Chapter President for 2013. One of my many priorities this year will be the newsletter. It serves as our way to inform
Finally, please check us out on the web at
you about our chapter’s events, goals, and accomplishments. You can expect at least two newsletters in the spring and three in the fall.
bamadeltasig.com. I’m excited to announce that we are in the process of developing an entirely new website that should be ready by summer. We have also become much more active on social media this semester, which is where you
We currently have 90 active brothers, 30 of which live in our newly purchased house. We moved into our permanent home in August and formally dedicated the Pyramid in October, a ceremony that was attended by Grand Councilman Jim Knoll. Six new rooms were installed in the basement over the summer, further increasing the house capacity. New bathrooms were also installed on the main floor, resulting in a more pleasant experience for our guests.
Brother Moore, beside the coat of arms in BK’s new foyer
in the process of transforming an empty room into a study room/office for all members. There are still many house improvements on our list and we would love your help. Please see Glenn’s letter as well as the Sustaining the Pyramid form for information regarding our plans and how to get involved.
can find our latest news and announcements. Please follow us on Twitter @bamadeltasig and on Facebook at “Delta Sigma Phi: University of Alabama.” I get excited when I think about our chapter and our future. We have accomplished so much in just six years, but we must continue striving to be the best. I’d like to thank not only my current brothers, but all of the alumni, parents, and other supporters who have made our success possible.
While the house is new to us, it is over 45 years The brothers of Beta Kappa would love to see old and needed many repairs upon our arrival. So you in Tuscaloosa for A-Day weekend from April YITBOS, far the chapter has installed a large coat of arms 19-21. We have an alumni event scheduled on April 19, as well as our annual Windjammer party Grayson Moore in the atrium as well as the band room, new President featuring AER. April 20 will feature the A-Day flooring in the formal room, new doors for all Beta Kappa ‘10 bedrooms, and patio furniture. We are currently game, and Windjammer, which was started by my
2 0 1 3 B e t a K a p p a E xe c u t i v e B o a r d & O f f i c e r s PRESIDENT Grayson Moore
SECRETARY gsmoore@crimson.ua.edu
VICE PRESIDENT John Terrier
jnterrier@crimson.ua.edu
TREASURER Rob Campbell
mjandrews@crimson.ua.edu
HOUSE MANAGER
Trent Tiffin
Mike Garland
racampbell2@crimson.ua.edu Chris Fox
ttiffin@crimson.ua.edu
ccfox@crimson.ua.edu
ENGINEERED LEADERSHIP COORDINATOR jdfield@crimson.ua.edu
Phil Spiro
RECRUITMENT OFFICER
NEW MEMBER EDUCATOR
SERGEANT AT ARMS JD Field
Matt Andrews
PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Brent Norford
bdnorford@crimson.ua.edu
pasprio@crimson.ua.edu
mtgarland@crimson.ua.edu
ALUMNI RELATIONS CHAIR James Rodgers
jwrodgers@crimson.ua.edu
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L e t t e r Fro m t h e R e c r u i t m e n t O f f i c e r Alumni, friends, and brothers of Beta Kappa, My name is Trent Tiffin and I’m honored to serve as Recruitment Officer for 2013. Our chapter decided not to have spring recruitment/ pledgeship this semester, so I’m already heavily focusing on summer and fall recruitment. My main goal is to bring in a fall class of 45 young men, which would put our membership well over 100. Grayson and I recently had the opportunity to attend The Summit in Atlanta. The Summit is a nationals-sponsored conference that focuses on recruitment. We were able to calibrate with Delta Sig chapters form around the nation, as well as learn from the guys at PhiredUp Productions. We are now using a tracking system Trent and Grayson with PhiredUp CEO Josh Orendi for our recruits and our organization has never in the next newsletter. If you would like to offer been better. any suggestions or advice about the fall rush IFC Preview Day is March 16, and I’m looking process, please give me a call at 256-740-9439. forward to showcasing our Fraternity to YITBOS potential new members. Additionally, Blackwater Trent Tiffin Bash and Windjammer will serve as recruiting events. The summer will be filled with recruiting events; we will have more information on those
Alumni Update Beta Kappa alum and 2008 initiate Matt Blumenfeld was recently recognized by Texas Governor Rick Perry for his Daily Caller article on why the San Diego Chargers should move to San Antonio. Brother Blumenfeld also had an article about why income taxes are keeping Manny Pacquaio from fighting in the U.S. published in the Drudge Report. Congrats brother Blumenfeld on your recent success working in the nation’s capital!
March 1
Blackwater feat. PHIVE
Greekweek with Zeta March 4– March 8
Tau Alpha, Alpha Delta Chi, and Kappa Alpha
March 8– March 10
Carnation Ball, New Orleans, LA
March 16
IFC Preview Day
March 23– March 31 Spring Break
April 5
Honors Day
April 9
Order of Omega Honors Banquet
April 13
Philanthropy event with Alpha Gamma Delta
April 19– April 20
Windjammer feat. Randy Rogers Band
April 20
A-Day
July 18– July 21
National Convention, Phoenix, AZ
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N o t e s f ro m t h e AC B The ACB has been somewhat quiet over the last several months—a good thing. The house is running smooth and financially we are sound.
and have received 9 applications for consideration this spring.
1. New windows 2. Structural work and painting to the columns.
The ACB have added the following capital improvements:
3. New dining room tables 4. Flood lights 5. Patio railing and awning (*railing)
1. Security system and network--$10,000
6. *Roof repairs
2. Ice maker--$3,500
7. *Electrical repairs
3. Kitchen equipment--$3,500 4. Fire suppression system--$10,000 We are looking to make improvements to the house, but need additional funding. We have some funds available, but they are not adequate for all projects. Projects under consideration are as follows:
National has been working with us to develop a statewide leadership program in late April. U of A, AU and UAB actives and alumni will be involved. Anyone who wished to participate is welcome. More details to follow.
Don’t forget: National Meeting in Arizona this * notates needed for safety and liability—upmost July. Many of us will be in attendance—a great time to catch up and support our fraternity. importance Additionally, an ACB member will be reaching out in the near future to begin a Capital Campaign.
Feel free to contact me @251-391-6339 or email reevesagency@juno.com. Thanks to everyone who has contributed to Beta Kappa’s success. Glenn Reeves ACB President
In the fall we awarded $5,000 in scholarships to 8 deserving members
L e t t e r f ro m t h e AC B V i c e P re s i d e n t We were blessed to find permanent housing only four years after recolonizing thanks to tireless work by many alumni and underMy name is Ben Welch and I am currently the Vice Presigraduate members. I see this house as the anchor for our future dent of the ACB. I would personally like to welcome you to this success and am driven to make it the best it possibly can be. ToAlumni newsletter and hope it finds everyone well in this new year. gether, we can ensure this success for many years to come. I look I was one of the initiates of Alpha Class, 2008 version. Beta Kappa forward to the day when I can say my son joined Delta Sig at Beta and I have grown tremendously since that February day and it was Kappa and I know the work I’m putting forth today will make it all my honor to serve as Vice President when I was asked to. Born and raised in Florida, I now find myself in Mississippi working on my possible. I hope you’re just as excited. Masters at Southern Miss before starting on my law degree elseHopefully, everyone can make it back to the Capstone for where next fall. Where ever I go, I know I bring Beta Kappa and A-Day Weekend from April 19-21. I would love to see alumni from Delta Sig with me. Recently I experienced my second tornado in all eras of Beta Kappa and share in the brotherhood of Delta Sig two years as one came through Hattiesburg and was reminded during a fun and eventful weekend. how strong the eternal bond is with the many outreaches I reYITBOS, ceived from current undergrads and alumni. Ben Welch As for the future of this ACB and, more specifically, my Alumni,
position, I see a bright one. Soon I plan to begin working on a fund- ACB Vice President raising campaign that will focus on improving the fraternity house. Beta Kappa ‘08
Delta Sigma Phi Beta Kappa Spring 2013
Delta Sigma Phi fraternity is a national social and professional fraternity with 112 years of rich history and tradition. As a growing organization colonized at the University of Alabama five years ago, the brothers of Delta Sigma Phi are making great strides to build their own traditions and establish a lasting legacy at the University of Alabama. They are currently located in their new permanent residence at 415 Jefferson Ave. on fraternity row.
“Better Men, Better Lives.” For current updates in between newsletters, follow us on twitter at @BamaDeltaSig or look at our webpage, www.bamadeltasig.com Thanks!
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Delta Sig Nationals Update Delta Sig Nationals Update Expansion Update Our national office has been busy! Take a look below at all of the 2012-2013 expansions: Fall 2012: Return to Beta Psi - Arizona State university 120 men recruited (this was our largest colonization ever and broke our past record set Fall 2011 of 91 men at Drexel university)
of Beta Kappa thank him for his time in Tuscaloosa and we wish him the best! Convention Mark your calendars for Delta Sigma Phi’s 58th Biennial Convention in Phoenix, AZ from July 18-21. The convention will take place at the luxurious Biltmore hotel. Registration will open in mid-March. http://www.arizonabiltmore.com/
Return to Beta Iota – Wittenberg University 30 men recruited New chapter at Appalachian State university 48 men recruited Spring 2013: Return to Texas A&M University (Theta Upsilon) Return to Loyola Marymount University (Delta Mu) New chapter at University of North Carolina – Greensboro New chapter at Case Western Reserve University Nationals Staff Update Albert Kotchish, our house dad for the past year and a half, was recently hired by Nationals to be an Assistant Director of Chapter Advancement. He will be working specifically with Delta Sig’s youngest chapters. The brothers
Chapter News Our chapter was nationally recognized by the AARP. They awarded our chapter with the 2012 NRTA Educator Community "With Our Youth!" award. This distinction recognizes us for our community service in regards to helping clothe students of Tuscaloosa City Schools who were affected by the devastating April 2011 tornado. We look forward to receiving many similar awards in the future!
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Sustaining the Pyramid The Campaign for House Improvements of the Beta Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Phi Delta Sigma Phi | Beta Kappa Chapter | 415 Jefferson Avenue, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 | www.bamadeltasig.com I, __________________________________, graciously will offer a donation gift to the Beta Kappa Chapter for the improvement of the chapter house to help support the fraternity’s mission of building “Better Men, Better Lives” though the ideals of Culture, Harmony, and Friendship. I hereby pledge and agree to contribute the sum of $ ____________________ to the Delta Sigma Phi House Fund for improvements on the chapter house by the enclosed one-time gift or quarterly over the following (circle only one) 1 2 3 4 5 years. (Reminders will be sent each quarter - Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct) To thank and honor those that donate to Beta Kappa, your name will be placed on a plaque in the chapter house foyer based on the donation amount. These tiers are as follows:
1933 Society
Sphinx Society
Pyramid Society
Carnation Society
Nile Society
$10,000 +
$5,000 - $9,999
$2,500 - $4,999
$1,000 - $2,499
$500 - $999
Print Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________
Preferred Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: _____________________________ Zip: ______________________
Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________________
Please return this Agreement & your one-time gift or first installment to:
Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: _______________________________
Please make all checks out to “Delta Sigma Phi House Account” All Donations Will Go Toward The Following: ·
Dining Room Wooden Tables
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Renovation of Outside Windows
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Dining Room Wooden Chairs
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Replacement of Bedroom Doors
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Front Patio Rocking Chairs
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Rooftop Patio Wicker Furniture
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Upstairs Tile Flooring
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Fraternity Letters On Back Of House
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Formal Room Hardwood Floors
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Yard Landscaping
Delta Sigma Phi – Beta Kappa PO Box 861424 Tuscaloosa, AL 35486