The Kappa Alpha Journal - Fall 2016 by Kappa Alpha Order

INCLUDING: Former E. Fleming Mason Memorial Intern to City Council MAKING A DIFFERENCE WITH BIG DATA West Virginia’s Governor’s Flood Recovery KAOEF’S ANNUAL REPORT

Capitol Experience A N I N T I M AT E L O O K I N S I D E T H E K A O E F ’ S PRE S T IGOUS E . FLEMING MA SON MEMORIAL INTERNSHIP PROGR AM

Volume CXXIII | Number 2 | Published Since 1879

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Crimson & Gold Society Harvey White

(Beta Chi–West Virginia Wesleyan ’52) CAMPUS:

PROFESSIONAL

 Attended West Virginia

 Finance & Operations

Wesleyan for two years before graduating from Marshall University – holds honorary Ph.D.’s from both schools

CHAPTER:  Number II  VP of IFC  Student Senator and Judge

ALUMNUS  Former KAOEF Trustee

Management  Co-Founder of Qualcomm;

Executive Vice President; President  CEO of Leap Wireless  Founder of Cricket Cellular  Retired in 2004, but now

owns and runs (SHW)2 Enterprises, a consulting and private investment firm, with wife Sheryl

 1865 Trust Member  Loyal Order Member

What was your most positive KA undergraduate experience? After transferring from West Virginia Wesleyan College, where I was initiated, to Marshall University where the chapter had no house, I got heavily involved in an attempt to strengthen the chapter. It required learning how to cope with a wide range of issues and making some tough decisions. In two years we had a house and KA was one of the top fraternities on campus. Being a KA helped make me a better leader and a better judge of issues, challenges, competitors and allies. Why do you continue to support KA today by being part of the KAOEF’s Crimson & Gold Society? Leading a college fraternity in today’s environment is complex and takes a number of skills. When asked to serve on the KAOEF Board, I accepted. It was during that time that I witnessed firsthand the training and instruction chapter officers and members receive from KAOEF funded programs and training. These opportunities for growth and development provide a positive base for young men’s careers and issues they will face. Educational programs like those being offered to our Kappa Alpha brothers deserve continued support from all KAs. Joining the Crimson and Gold Society was an easy decision for me because

I recognize how important it is that KA provide quality training for our active brothers. Our future success depends on it. What do you hope young men take away from their KA experience today? The lifetime friendships, the personal growth and chapter activities are common aspects of KA, or any fraternity life and should be cherished. I also believe taking any leadership role in the chapter and/or on campus is a major plus to one’s KA experience. When coupled with leadership education training provided by the KAOEF, KA brothers today have powerful assets for one’s future.

“The experience of rebuilding a chapter gave me skills I didn’t know existed and would not have gotten without membership in KA.”

Join successful brothers like Harvey White, and become a member of the Crimson & Gold Society today at KAcrimsonandgold.com

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Table of Contents

18 features

departments

18 | Capitol Experience

2 | Knight Commanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Message

An intimate look inside the prestigous E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program

34 | Jesse Brown for the Town A former E. Fleming Mason Memorial Intern takes a step into public service

3 | Letter from the Editor 4 | Connections 6 | Our Order 44 | On Campus

36 | Making a Difference with Data

48 | Alumni News

Chris Wilson has led his own firm and a Presidential campaign with an innovative approach

38 | The 1,000 Year Event Torrential rain, thunderstorms, floods, and even a tornado combined to devastate West Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;home of Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin

56 | KAOEF Annual Report 80 | Foundation Today 83 | Chapter Eternal 85 | Housing

87 | From the Archives

Cover photo by Ali McLaughlin

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88 | Remembering the Reason

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86 | Our Legacy

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Knight Commander’s Message Dear Brothers, I have now completed one year as your 40th Knight Commander. Time certainly does fly. I want to provide you with a brief update on one of our Order’s priorities. Values alignment in our educational efforts and leadership development is an important process I believe will continue to enhance our already strong leadership education programs. Having consistent values-based messaging across programs helps instill regular application of these values in our emerging and existing leaders of our chapters. To this end, I appointed a Values and Leadership Education Task Force to begin work on providing consistency to our public values structure and review of our programs to ensure they are interwoven. Fine work has already been accomplished and is being implemented now. All governing documents of the Order were consulted first. The task force and its leadership met with the Executive Council, national staff, province commanders, leaders of Active Chapters, emerging leaders, and many more brothers. A survey was conducted of our undergraduate leadership, and, an in-person focus group was facilitated at the 2016 Emerging Leaders Academy. After a number of conference calls to discuss and distill the information, the chairman, Councilor David P. Barksdale made his final report to the Executive Council. During this presentation, he laid out the need for an educational and promotional purpose statement to compliment our mission. He also shared previously used values-sets and provided a clear list. While a KA could adopt dozens of terms to describe our ritual and or culture, I believe the following is as strong a description anyone could find. The Executive Council adopted the following nomenclature, which to many of you, will not seem foreign:

Purpose Statement: A Moral Compass for the Modern Gentleman Values: Reverence Leadership Gentility Brotherhood Knowledge Excellence There are already promotional material, both print and digital, available for chapters to use in recruitment. Much more education and marketing will be provided in the coming months to share and integrate these values into our everyday lexicon. I want to thank David Barksdale, Councilor and Task Force Chairman, King Aiken, Councilor, Ben Satcher, Former Knight Commander, Greg Singleton, Forester Province Commander, Bill Skipper, KAOEF Trustee, John Rooney, Chiles Province Commander, Matthew O’Neal, Gamma Alpha Alumnus Advisor, and, Brent Fellows, Assistant Executive Director for Alumni Affairs, the staff liaison. They have worked with excellence as their aim, and will continue to exhibit that value in their ongoing effort.

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ASSISTANT EDITOR Brent E. Buswell CREATIVE DESIGN Tria Designs Inc. CONTRIBUTORS Tullis Beasley Andrew Carr Aaron Masey Kent McMichael Becky Moore Nick Palmer Emily Salmon Ben Satcher Todd Shelton Brianne Tillotson EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Knight Commander Darren S. Kay Senior Councilor C. Douglas Simmons, III Councilors King V. Aiken, Jr. L. Blair Bailey David P. Barksdale Sam O. Leake, Jr. James M. Schmuck National Undergraduate Chairman C. Dominic Levings KA/KAOEF Executive Director Larry Stanton Wiese HOW TO CONTACT THE JOURNAL Editor, The Kappa Alpha Journal P.O. Box 1865 Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 463-1865 (540) 463-2140–fax email: jlyons@ka-order.org TO CHANGE AN ADDRESS Fill out Alumnus Update on the website or send both your new and old address to Kristy Reed at the above mailing address or to: kreed@ka-order.org

Darren S. Kay Knight Commander FALL 2016

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Letter from the Editor Dear Brothers,

The Kappa Alpha Journal (ISSN #0888-8868, USPS #014-747) is an educational journal published four times a year by Kappa Alpha Order, 115 Liberty Hall Rd., Lexington, Virginia. Periodicals postage paid at Lexington, Virginia, and additional mailing offices. The Kappa Alpha Journal seeks to reflect the Kappa Alpha experience by presenting news of active and alumni chapters, individual members, and the national organization; by addressing current issues facing the Greek system and the Order; by educating and entertaining those interested in the welfare of Kappa Alpha; and by serving as a historical record. The Kappa Alpha Journal has been published since 1879. From 1883 to 1885 it was known as The Magazine of Kappa Alpha. Kappa Alpha Order was founded in 1865 at Washington College (Washington and Lee University) in Lexington, Virginia. Today, Kappa Alpha boasts 125 undergraduate chapters and more than 60 alumni chapters across the nation. Volume CXXIII, Number 2 Fall 2016 POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Kappa Alpha Order, P.O. Box 1865 Lexington, VA 24450 Member of

Previously in our history, the Order boasted multiple governors, senators, congressmen, and other local, state and national leaders—at a single point in time. Would that be a source of pride today? By now you’ve hopefully cast your ballots for all of these office , and, the highest office in the Land. This is to s y that this year’s election is now, thankfully, over. This edition of The Journal is not about the election. Seriously, in an ongoing quest to entertain, educate, and inform our brothers through The Journal, why would we want to keep beating that horse? However, the timing of this issue is indeed on purpose, and the purpose of this issue is, the future. Our feature stories are not about elected official , save one, and he was not running this year. The Mountain State Governor’s example of steady leadership and cooperation is one that other elected officials could do ell to model. Many states and locales, along with West “by God” Virginia, are in need of strong leadership, strong support, and a vision for a strong future. And that is the focus of the rest of the features found in this issue. Did you know that our Order and the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation have, for 12 years, fully funded a program to place undergraduates in D.C. for a full summer internship? We now have 64 “alumni” of this program who have worked in and around Washington, D.C., both in the public and private sector, in local and state government, and beyond. A number have even started their career on the National Staff of the Order. We are in a time when we as, a nation and Order, are wanting for strong, ethical leaders. We are in a time when we have seen a decline in the number of men and women (please, sorority women, help us run the country like you run your chapters, our Greek communities, and campuses) choosing public service. KA is in the middle of reinvigorating both notions on campus and in government. Please enjoy this issue about young men and other alumni helping shape our future. Our future belongs to all of us, after all.

Fraternally,

Jesse S. Lyons Editor jlyons@ka-order.org

THE KAPPA ALPHA JOURNAL 2017 SUBMISSION DATES: Issue 1/ Spring—Jan. 14 Issue 2/Summer—March 14 Issue 3/Fall—Oct. 12 Issue 4/Winter—Nov. 14

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Connections Facebook.com #WhyKA

There are numerous benefits to joining a fraternity, some of which are immediate, and some that are more apparent later in life, as shown in a recent Gallup-Purdue Index study of 30,000 U.S. college graduates of all ages and backgrounds. The study found that members of fraternities and sororities are generally happier than those who did not join Greek organizations in college. The research also found that Greeks are less stressed about money, have more supportive social lives, and are in better physical health. 161 Likes; 50 Shares STORMY MARKHAM THIBODEAUX #WHYKA

because my husband and my brother are great gentlemen. Can't wait for my boys to join in 2023 and 2026! 3 Likes – August 30 at 11:11PM DAVE BRANDON

Oct. 25th will be 50 years for me ... Wheat Barley! 8 Likes – August 30 at 6:56PM RANDOLPH REID

Joining KA at ECU was the best thing that has ever happened to me in my life. Our advisor was like second father, the brothers are truly brothers, and 43 years later we are still

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Strong Support for the Summer Edition and launch of KappaAlphaJournal.com I wanted to drop you a quick line and let you know how much I appreciate your new website. It is clear and easy to maneuver around; it's nice to see what actives and alumni are up to. Keep up the good work! Cameron Mills Delta Psi–Appalachian State ’79

Congratulations on another great issue of the Kappa Alpha Journal! Additionally, I commend you on the launch of KappaAlphaJournal.com. This will be a great channel for sharing news of the Order and the accomplishments of chapters, undergraduates, and alumni in a more-timely manner. As a Loyal Order member, I look forward to each issue of the print magazine and now the online version will be a great way to keep me aware of Kappa Alpha activities as they occur. With the video component, I look forward to the synergy between the print and online versions. Todd Shelton Delta Lambda–Middle Tennessee State ’90

Editor’s note: Todd is a former editor of The Journal, serves on the Fraternity Communications Association Board with me, is current Assistant Executive Director for Communications and Technology at Pi Kappa Phi National Fraternity, and a Crimson & Gold Society donor to the KAOEF.

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Congratulations on all your success in utilizing all your mediums in telling this story. Proud to be working with y’all! Bruce Tria

Editor’s note: Bruce is The Journal’s Creative Designer, owner of Tria Designs, and former editor of The Magazine of Sigma Chi. He is also a Crimson & Gold Society donor to the KAOEF. A copy of The Kappa Alpha Journal just arrived. It was a truly inspiring issue and I enjoyed it on the way to Charleston, South Carolina. The KAOEF Crimson and Gold Society dinner was a grand event and we enjoyed seeing everyone. Please express my appreciation to all of our National Staff who support our Journal and special events. Don Gardner Major General, USMC, (Ret) Gamma Gamma–Memphis ’59

[Editor’s Note: Read more about the importance of the KAOEF’s Crimson & Gold Society in the Annual Report] Just a quick note to say how much I appreciated reading the Journal story in the Summer issue about Citadel Cadet Scoville’s 96 year-old badge. Great story! The close photograph of the back of the badge reveals that it was definitely made by the L.G. Balfour Company, which Mr. Balfour founded in June of 1913 and, by that time, had contracted with most of the more prestigious 4

NIC fraternities by that time. The simple lone “B” trademark was used by L.G. Balfour until the mid 1930s, at which time a more elaborate “temple B” was used for more than 30 years: Cheers, gentlemen, and all best wishes. Eugene D. (Buddy) Coté Director, Fraternal Division Herff Jones, Inc.

Editor’s Note: Buddy is a former NIC Chairman and past president of Phi Gamma Delta.

ERRORS/OMISSIONS Summer 2016 On page 51, We accidentally identified actor Chris Lusti as an initiate from Gamma Tau at Sam Houston State University. He is from Delta Iota at University of Texas at Arlington. The Journal regrets this error, and, we wish him the best in the entertainment business. On page 12, In “Brothers Around the Order” photo number 3 should have had the following caption: “Western Carolina brothers made a pilgrimage in 2015 to Lexington, Virginia, to tour the KA sites, visit the grave of Samuel Zenas Ammen, and, the home where WCU founding president, Robert Lee Madison, was born.” The caption that was included did not have a picture. Check out this edition for that caption, and that picture.

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Redesigned Recruitment Materials

best friends and so are the children. The best is after college. 4 Likes – August 30 at 10:30PM

Instagram/ KappaAlphaOrder @KAPPAALPHAORDER

Jimmy Stutz (Epsilon Eta–Virginia Tech ’15) and Stephen Pistoia (Epsilon Eta–Virginia Tech ’14) were part of the pregame at the Battle at Bristol this past Saturday. Pistoia was one of two Army cadets to carry the game ball out for VT, and Stutz was one of three cadets to be chosen to receive the flags from the Hokies after they ran out.

IN AN EFFORT FURTHER TO assist our chapters, the following resources have been made available to enhance chapter recruitment efforts. All items, including printed brochures, videos, bid cards, banners, and stationery are available for purchase on at KAonlineStore.com or via direct download on KappaAlphaOrder.org.

205 Likes @piist0l @jimmys8 @daynmich woot woot!! @madelzz Our boys!!!

Calling all Trustees, Directors, Curators, and Visitors!

What is the FSPAC?

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The Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee (FSPAC) is a bipartisan organization that provides financial support to federal candidates interested in preserving and improving the fraternal experience. We advocate for public policy objectives that will allow students and alumni/alumnae to benefit from the academic, community and leadership development opportunities made available to them through the Greek experience. Since inception, several KA alumni have served on the board, including two past presidents, Former Knight Commander James R. Estes and Executive Director Larry Stanton Wiese. Former Knight Commander Ben W. Satcher, Jr. now serves on the board.

Do you serve or have you previously served on the governing board for a college or university? The Order is compiling a list of members who are current or past board members for increased advocacy, knowledge, and engagement. Please email Brent W. Fellows, assistant executive directory for alumni affairs, at bfellows@ ka-order.org to report your board service. The schools you’ve led do not necessarily need to host a KA chapter.

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Leadership Education Brings Hundreds to Lexington

THE ORDER HELD ITS ANNUAL EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY (ELA)

at Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute June 9–12, 2016. More than 220 undergraduates attended the leadership education program, representing 70 chapters from across the United States. ELA seeks to educate upcoming and future undergraduate leaders on various aspects of chapter operations and leadership. ELA also allows the undergraduate attendees to visit the Kappa Alpha Order National Administrative Office, the birthplace of KA, and other sites significant to the Order including the final resting place of some of our founders and past national leadership. ELA attendees heard from featured speakers present in large group facilitation, experts in small breakout sessions, and facilitated small group discussions in “Mock Chapter Groups.” Some of the featured speakers included Luke E. Murphy (Gamma Eta–Florida State ’09), retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant, SGM E. Kent McMichael (Beta Commission–VMI ’95), Donald R. Gardner (Gamma Gamma–Memphis ’59), retired U.S. Marine Corps Major General, and Dave W. “Buzz” Baker (Beta Delta–Georgetown ’79), sports anchor and account executive. Along with the educational sessions, attendees to ELA participated in community service projects throughout Lexington, Virginia, and Rockbridge County in KA’s Project Outreach Initiative. A total of 670 community service hours were completed and logged by attendees to ELA. A total of 48 KAs arrived a day early and completed the Stewards of the Order program, gaining a deeper understanding of the symbolism and philosophy of our ritual. In addition, 38 Crusade Commanders completed the Crusade RoundTable track to help them understand and implement KA’s premier leadership development program. For more information on the summer programming for 2017, visit www.KappaAlphaOrder.org/ELA.

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Leadership at NICF’s Foundations Seminar KAPPA ALPHA ORDER IS PROUD TO BE INVOLVED IN THE interfraternal community, and the Order

was well represented at the Foundations Seminar hosted August 22–24 by the North American Interfraternity Conference Foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana.

ELA participants meet with other brothers and peers, visit Lee Chapel and Washington and Lee University, the Virginia Military Institute, hear from leadership speakers and even perform community service for the area.

Former Knight Commander William E. "Bill" Dreyer (Alpha Delta–William Jewell ’57) served on the panel of fraternity and sorority philanthropists. The panel, entitled “Donor Psychology— Inside the Hearts and Minds,” was a question-and-answer session about how these philanthropists consider a gift to his/her fraternity foundation and what their expectations are once they have decided on a gift amount and purpose for the gift.

Former Knight Commander and Chief Development Officer Ben W. Satcher, Jr. (Delta Omicron–Clemson ’79) was the Chairman of the Seminar’s planning committee. Ben and his committee were given the task of creating the theme, developing the workshops and educational sessions, as well as securing speakers and facilitators who are experts in the fund-raising industry.

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For 25 years, the NICF has been advancing the fraternal movement by cultivating fraternal philanthropy and enhancing foundation development. THE Foundations Seminar, attended by more than 400 professionals from 75 foundations, provides professionals and volunteers who manage and lead fraternal foundations with a forum to collaborate on a myriad of issues uniquely associated with advancing their organizations’ missions.

KAOEF Director of Development Andrew P. Carr (Epsilon Iota–Texas State ’00) served as a panelist for an interactive session about planning and implementing a successful day of giving campaign. Attendees and panelists discussed how to build a day of giving campaign into annual fundraising strategies, crafting a compelling message and visual identity, leveraging social media and traditional communication channels, and maintaining excitement among alumni throughout the campaign.

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Update on Active Chapter closures, openings, and, Commissions At time of publication, the Order had a total of 121 Active Chapters, five provisional chapters, and one pending provisional chapter. Also, five commissions have leadership appointed and are in operation.

CHARTER(S) WITHDRAWN

PROVISIONAL CHAPTERS

COMMISSIONS

Province Commander Banks Welcomes Twins and Professional Accolades

The following Active Chapters are no longer in good standing, in accordance with Kappa Alpha Laws Section 1, Article 324 and 325, due to action taken on their charter:

The following provisional chapters have been established or are already working toward regaining good standing and obtaining their charter:

Houston Baptist Delta Sigma (school-approved return in negotiation)

Provisional chapters pending establishment:

The following are Commissions that are established solely to elect graduates of the institution they’re assigned, and, faculty/staff/administrators, or legacies, in the case of Omega Commission.

L. CHARLES “CHARLIE”

CHARTER(S) SUSPENDED

Banks, Jr. (Delta Epsilon– Newberry College ’02), Commander of John Temple Graves Province, was named to the 2016 Parker Poe 50 Most Influential eople by the Greater Columbia Business Monthly, and he was also listed as a member of the 2016 Twenty Under Forty by The State.

In addition to his professional successes, Charlie and his wife, Cayci, welcomed identical twin girls, Annabelle Lane Banks and Mary Georgia Banks, into the world on May 26, 2016.

University of North Texas in Denton, Texas (Gamma Lambda)

Charter withdrawal is recommended by the Knight Commander for the next meeting of the Advisory Council:

Existing provisional chapters in operation:

Charleston Beta Gamma (school-approved return no earlier than Fall 2018)

Baylor University in Waco, Texas (Delta Omega)

Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, Ark. (Epsilon Zeta)

Campbell University in Buies Creek, N.C. (New)

Texas A&M-Commerce Gamma Upsilon (school-approved return no earlier than Fall 2020)

Coastal Carolina University in Conway, S.C. (New)

Purdue Epsilon Rho (school-approved return no earlier than Fall 2017)

Virginia Military Institute Beta Commission Citadel Theta Commission United States Military Academy Sigma Alpha Commission United States Naval Academy Sigma Beta Commission Legacies Omega Commission For more information contact Jesse S. Lyons, assistant executive director for advancement at jlyons@ka-order.org.

Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn. (Chi) For questions or to offer support, contact Sam Myhier, director of chapter development at smyhier@ka-order.org.

West Florida Epsilon Sigma (school-approved return no earlier than 2020) North Carolina-Charlotte Epsilon Xi (school-approved return no earlier than 2019) For questions or to offer support, contact Anthony M. Graziani, assistant executive director for chapter services at agraziani@ka-order.org.

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Province Commander Pinson Named CEO of Trinity Multifamily

Investiture Ceremony at Mulberry Hill for Local Circuit’s First Female District Judge

COMMANDER OF HOWARD P. LOCKE

Province, H. David “Dave” Pinson (Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas Tech ’00), was named CEO of Trinity Multifamily. Dave has been with Trinity since 2011 and served as president since April 2015. “I have always been of the mindset that growth occurs when the people of an organization are inspired through vision, empowered to achieve greatness, and motivated to succeed,” said Dave. Trinity Multifamily manages more than 10,000 residences throughout Arkansas, Texas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas.

Vicki Wiese, Rodriguez, Gilliam, Filson, Dawn Watkins, and Larry Wiese KAPPA ALPHA ORDER WAS proud to host an investiture ceremony and reception for The Honorable Anita D. Filson on Monday, June 20, in the formal gardens of the National Administrative Office at Mulbe ry Hill. Filson was administered the oath of office as the first female Circuit Court Judge for the 25th District of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Executive Director Larry Stanton Wiese (Gamma Omega– Midwestern State ’87), who is a close friend as well as a fellow attorney, and his wife Dr. Dawn Watkins Wiese, acted as hosts in addition to Mr. Jay Gilliam, Mrs. Vicki Wiese, Esq., and Mrs. Adriana Rodriguez.

Shelton Named Assistant Executive Director of Southeastern Interfraternity Conference S. TODD SHELTON (DELTA LAMBDA–MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE ’91)

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was named the Assistant Executive Director for Vendor and Associate Member Programs for the Southeastern Interfraternity Conference (SEIFC). Todd, who served as the Director of Communications and Editor of the Kappa Alpha Journal from 2002 until 2005, is currently the Assistant Executive Director of Communication & Technology for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and also serves as vice president of operations for the Fraternity Communications Association. FALL 2016

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How do we get there?

46% 89% % of chapters not meeting standard *9% % of chapters meeting 3.0 goal

% of chapters meeting 2.7 standard

One year after the Order achieved a national GPA of 3.0 in the spring term of 2015, the membership and chapters continue to maintain a standard of excellence. The following are statistics of our chapters who were in good standing during the spring term of 2016. Overall GPA Chapter–School

Overall GPA Chapter–School

3.610 3.520 3.470 3.413 3.410 3.405 3.360 3.360 3.360 3.342 3.330 3.320 3.310 3.308 3.285 3.281 3.271 3.250 3.250 3.239 3.235 3.223 3.220 3.217 3.206 3.204 3.199 3.190 3.190 3.190 3.184 3.181 3.165 3.140 3.131 3.122 3.095 3.086 3.083 3.080

3.080 Delta Omega–Baylor* 3.080 Beta Kappa–Maryland 3.070 Beta Upsilon–Marshall 3.060 Alpha Epsilon–Rhodes 3.060 Alpha Upsilon–Mississippi 3.060 Beta Eta–Oklahoma 3.053 Beta Rho–Roanoke 3.050 Beta Chi–West Virginia Wesleyan 3.040 Alpha Alpha–Univ. of the South 3.040 Zeta Sigma–Southern Illinois 3.030 Gamma Alpha–Louisiana Tech 3.030 Epsilon Beta–Nicholls State 3.027 Xi–Southwestern 3.020 Gamma Gamma–Memphis 3.020 Gamma Epsilon–Arizona 3.020 Zeta Phi–High Point 3.010 Delta–Wofford 3.010 Beta Omega–Washington College 3.000 Epsilon Chi–Arkansas-Monticello 2.990 Alpha Beta–Alabama 2.980 Alpha Theta–Transylvania 2.980 Delta Phi–Jacksonville State 2.979 Nu–Auburn 2.976 Zeta Theta–James Madison 2.974 Provisional–Campbell* 2.967 Alpha Kappa–Missouri 2.964 Gamma Mu–Houston 2.960 Zeta Upsilon– Tennessee-Chattanooga 2.960 Delta Upsilon–Tennessee-Martin 2.954 Beta Epsilon–Delaware 2.952 Zeta Xi–Texas Wesleyan 2.951 Gamma Chi–Texas Tech 2.944 Zeta Epsilon–Tennessee Tech 2.940 Rho–South Carolina 2.940 Gamma Omega–Midwestern State 2.936 Beta Xi–Oklahoma State 2.928 Epsilon Psi–North Carolina Wilmington 2.917 Theta–Kentucky

2.917 2.910 2.896 2.895 2.890 2.890 2.890 2.889 2.888 2.886 2.880 2.880 2.870 2.860 2.840 2.840 2.837 2.835 2.820 2.810 2.810 2.808 2.805 2.800 2.790 2.770 2.770 2.761 2.760 2.760 2.760 2.755 2.754 2.740 2.730 2.715 2.712

Alpha Pi–Stanford Chi–Vanderbilt* Alpha Xi–California Alpha Phi–Duke Zeta Beta–Princeton Upsilon–North Carolina Alpha Delta–William Jewell Zeta Tau–Austin Peay State Gamma–Georgia Beta Alpha–Missouri S&T Zeta Mu–Univ. of Washington Beta Iota–Drury Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech Alpha–Washington & Lee Psi–Tulane Lambda–Virginia Epsilon Zeta–Arkansas Tech* Alpha Zeta–William & Mary Pi–Tennessee Delta Iota–Texas-Arlington Iota–Furman Omicron–Texas Alpha Nu–George Washington Alpha Omicron–Arkansas Sigma–Davidson Mu–Tulsa Tau–Wake Forest Beta Pi–Presbyterian Delta Tau–Francis Marion Epsilon Delta–Texas A&M Alpha Eta–Westminster Beta Lambda– Southern Methodist Alpha Mu–Millsaps Beta Zeta–Florida Epsilon Eta–Virginia Tech Eta–Richmond Alpha Tau–Hampden-Sydney Delta Omicron–Clemson Zeta Delta–Nevada Epsilon Lambda–Miami

*incur social probation and must complete academic enhancement plan

2.99

Maintaining Academic Excellence

National GPA for spring 2016

Epsilon Kappa– Southeastern Louisiana Epsilon Tau–Northern Arizona Epsilon Omega–Arizona State Epsilon Nu–Georgia College Gamma Eta–Florida State Beta Tau–Mississippi State Delta Beta–Delta State Epsilon Mu–Elon Alpha Gamma–Louisiana State Delta Psi–Appalachian State Zeta Pi–Florida Gulf Coast Zeta Chi–Kennesaw State Epsilon Alpha–South Alabama Delta Mu–Eastern Kentucky Zeta Rho–Arkansas-Fort Smith Alpha Omega– North Carolina State Delta Epsilon–Newberry Beta Delta–Georgetown Gamma Psi–Northwestern State Delta Theta–Georgia Southern Zeta Kappa–West Georgia Gamma Sigma–West Texas A&M Alpha Iota–Centenary Delta Rho–Valdosta State Zeta Omicron–Southern Indiana Gamma Iota–San Diego State Epsilon Iota–Texas State Zeta Iota–Indiana State Delta Gamma–Old Dominion Kappa–Mercer Delta Kappa– Stephen F. Austin State Delta Eta–Arkansas State Gamma Nu–Louisiana-Monroe Delta Pi–Missouri Southern State Gamma Tau–Sam Houston State Gamma Phi–Louisiana-Lafayette Alpha Rho–West Virginia

*Indicates provisional chapter

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KA Recognized for Sexual Misconduct Education and Prevention Efforts KAPPA ALPHA ORDER WAS RECOGNIZED WITH THE 2016 LAUREL

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Michael P. Wilson (Right), chief financial officer of the NorthAmerican Interfraternity Conference, presents the Laurel Wreath Award to Knight Commander Darren S. Kay, with Assistant Executive Director for Alumni Affairs Brent W. Fellows, and Executive Director Larry Stanton Wiese at the 79th Meeting of the Advisory Council on Saturday, July 30, 2016, in Oklahoma City.

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Wreath Award from the North-American Interfraternity Conference for the co-development and implementation of the Social Strengths Workshop. The Laurel Wreath is presented to individuals or groups in recognition of their unique programs, community outreach, or influence within the fraternal world. KA was one of six fraternities who collaborated to spearhead the development of the Social Strengths Workshop to educate members on sexual assault, relational violence, healthy relations, and bystander intervention. Working with Aaron Boe, an alumnus of Kappa Sigma, and owner/president of Prevention Culture, KA sought to address these important issues on college campuses by creating a student program with additional training materials for alumni. Throughout the fall semester of 2015, every chapter of the Order received training through the workshop, reaching more than 7,500 undergraduate members.

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Executive Director Larry Wiese Honored for 20 Years of Service, Interfraternalism Assistant Executive Director; and, Whereas, on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1996, after an extensive national search, Larry was offered the position of Executive Director by the Executive Council and accepted the same on the next day; and, Whereas, in accepting the appointment as Executive Director, Larry became the fifth gentleman to hold the Order’s chief staff officer position since its inception, following C. W. “Mike” May (Beta Nu–Oglethorpe ’21), six years, Ransom H. Bassett (Beta Delta–Georgetown ’13), six years, William E. “Bill” Forester (Gamma Gamma–Memphis ’49), thirty years, and Richard A. “Dick” Barnes (Delta Lambda–Middle Tennessee State ’69), ten years; and, Whereas, Larry has now dedicated his professional career for over twenty years with service to and leadership of the National Administrative Office as Executive Director; and, Whereas, in his tenure, Larry has made a significant impact on the Order both directly, and indirectly, through the men and women he has supervised, collaborated with, worked for, befriended, and mentored; and, Whereas, it is the clear desire of this Executive Council that the Order shall continue to enjoy the experience, knowledge,

TWO DECADES OF LEADERSHIP Executive Director Larry Stanton Wiese (Gamma Omega– Midwestern State ’87) was recognized by the Executive Council with a proclamation to commemorate 20 years of service to the Order as Executive Director. Members of the Executive Council took turns reading aloud sections of the proclamation to those present at the Advisory Council Meeting on July 30th in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The text is presented here, as required by the proclamation:

KAPPA ALPHA ORDER RESOLUTION OF THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Whereas, Larry Stanton Wiese (Gamma Omega– Midwestern State ’87) was first hired as an Educational and Leadership Consultant for the Kappa Alpha Order National Administrative Office for one year, moving to Lexington, Virginia, directly after graduating, serving in that capacity from 1990 until 1991; and, Whereas, he enrolled in law school at Oklahoma City University, graduated in 1995, and subsequently, returned to the National Administrative Office on July 1, 1995, as the

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Our Order leadership, friendship, and counsel of Larry Stanton Wiese as Executive Director for many more years to come; therefore, Be it resolved that the 39th Executive Council hereby both recognizes and expresses its deepest gratitude for the twenty years of service as Executive Director by Larry Stanton Wiese; and, Be it further resolved that this resolution be spread on the record of the 39th Executive Council minutes and published in The Kappa Alpha Journal, as a testament to his outstanding contributions and that a copy be presented to him by the Knight Commander. Adopted by the 39th Executive Council on the 29th of July, and subsequently presented this 30th day of July, 2016, at the 79th Meeting of the Advisory Council in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

INTERFRATERNALISM AT ITS BEST Pi Kappa Phi fraternity presented Wiese with the Durward W. Owen Interfraternity Award at its national convention. Named after longtime Pi Kappa Phi executive director and honorary fourth founding father, the Durward W. Owen Interfraternity Award recognizes the importance of working together, and not in competition, with other organizations for the benefit of the Greek world. For a frame of reference, Durward Owen was a colleague and friend with former Executive Director and Executive Vice President Emeritus William E. Forester (Gamma Gamma– Memphis ‘49) and former Executive Director Richard E. Barnes (Delta Lambda– Middle Tennessee State ’69). Larry is past president and former member of the board of directors for the Fraternity Executives Association (FEA) and past president and board member of FIPG, Inc., the groundbreaking risk management association. He is also a founder, past president and board member of the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee. Larry serves as the Fraternity Executives Association liaison and board member for the Southeastern Interfraternity Conference (SEIFC) and also as the Kappa Alpha Order representative on the North American Interfraternity Conference’s (NIC) Governing Council. Pi Kappa Phi CEO Mark E. Timmes worked closely with Larry through both FEA and NIC. Timmes remarked, “Since becoming the executive director of Kappa Alpha Order in 1996, Larry Wiese has been an integral part of the interfraternal movement … Pi Kappa Phi and the interfraternal movement are better because of his efforts.”

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the three national fraternities founded in Lexington, Virginia, at Washington and Lee University or Virginia Military Institute. The marker was first dedicated in on April 9, 1983, by the national presidents of each of the members of the Triad, Sigma Nu, Alpha Tau Omega, and the Order. A rededication ceremony was held with the sitting national presidents in 2009. Early in 2015, Washington and Lee removed the marker and base to install a road for a building renovation and expansion. Throughout the process, Archivist SGM E Kent McMichael was in contact with the university, oversaw the cleaning and restoration of the marker by Hamric Memorials in Lexington, and, coordinated the reinstallation just south of the former location, adjacent to the new roadway, on May 25, 2015.

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The Executive Council reads a resolution honoring Larry Wiese for his two decades of service as Executive Director.

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Conferral of the Knight Commander’s Accolades THE FIRST KNIGHT COMMANDER’S ACCOLADES WERE AWARDED BY THEN

Brent W. Fellows Epsilon Theta–Western Kentucky ’97

Knight Commander Henry J. Foresman (Beta Commission– VMI ’41) in 1967. He created the award to recognize excellence in leadership and service to the Order. The Executive Council subsequently passed a regulation creating and defining the ward as such and stating that the award is given at the sole discretion of the Knight Commander. In 1999, Former Knight Commander Dr. Idris R. Traylor, Jr. (Gamma Chi–Texas Tech ’70) designed, and the Executive Council authorized the creation of a jewel for this award. The jewel is a crimson cross, outlined in gold, with a golden knight on horseback, centered. It hangs from a ribbon collar of crimson and old gold. The jewel was fi st presented in 2001. The Knight Commander’s Accolade is the highest individual honor an alumnus can receive. In over fortyeight years since the award’s inception, fourteen Knight Commanders have conferred this high honor on just two hundred and twenty-one recipients. Knight Commander Darren S. Kay conferred the Knight Commander's Accolade upon Brent W. Fellows (Epsilon Theta–Western Kentucky ’98), Jesse S. Lyons (Delta Alpha– Western Carolina ’98), and Michael P. Wilson (Alpha Theta– Transylvania ’00) during a dinner for the members of the Advisory Council and area alumni, on Saturday, July 30 at Red PrimeSteak in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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Brent joined the National Administrative Office in 2000 as an Educational and Leadership Consultant. He served as Director of Educational Programming from 2002 to 2014 where he assisted with the implementation of The Crusade, Number I’s Leadership Institute, enhanced Province Councils, Emerging Leaders Academy and Stewards of the Order. In 2014, Brent was elevated to the position of Assistant Executive Director for Chapter Services. He supervised the Director of Leadership Education, Director of Chapter Development, Director of Risk Management, and the Associate Directors for Chapter Services. In July,

2016, Brent was named as the Assistant Executive Director for Alumni Affairs. Interfraternally, Brent is a member of the Fraternity Executives Association (FEA). Brent is a member of the Loyal Order, a ForeverKA participant, and a member of the Crimson and Gold Society. Brent is a member of the Henry J. Mikell, Richard T. Feller, Samuel Zenas Ammen, John S. Candler, William B. Crawford, William Sprigg Hamilton, and James Ward Wood Province Courts of Honor.

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Our Order Left to right: Lyons, Kay, Fellows, and Wilson

Michael P. Wilson Alpha Theta–Transylvania ’00

Jesse joined the National Administrative Office in 2002 as an Educational and Leadership Consultant. In fall 2003, he became a Chapter Development Consultant, and in January 2004, he was promoted to Director of Chapter Development. In this role he led the creation and re-colonization of twentythree Active Chapters, and assisted in starting seven more provisional chapters. In January, 2011 he became the Director of Communications. In 2014, Jesse was elevated to the position of Assistant Executive Director for Advancement and is responsible for the Order’s comprehensive communications and marketing efforts. He is also the Editor of The Kappa

Michael joined the National Administrative Office staff as an Educational and Leadership Consultant in 2003. In 2004, he was promoted as Director of Chapter Services. For seven years he supervised this department, overseeing the transition from Educational and Leadership Consultants to Associate Directors for Chapter Services. In 2012, he transitioned to the role of Director of Fraternity Services, then Operations. In 2014, Michael was elevated to the position of Assistant Executive Director for Alumni Affairs. In this role he led the alumni services and housing support initiatives of the Order and the Fraternity Housing Corporation. He continued improvements to the grounds

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Alpha Journal and supervises building and grounds at Mulberry Hill. Interfraternally, Jesse is a member of FEA. In 2012 he was elected to the Board of Directors of the Fraternity Communications Association and is currently serving his second term as President. Jesse is a member of the Loyal Order, a Forever KA participant, and a member of the Crimson and Gold Society. Jesse is a member of the Daniel R. Neal, Henry C. Chiles, William Sprigg Hamilton, Horace H. White, James Ward Wood, Samuel Zenas Ammen, Ed Chambers Smith, and John Temple Graves Province Courts of Honor.

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at Mulberry Hill including the installation of the Veterans Memorial and Entryway and installation of a brick paver driveway. Interfraternally, Michael has served in regional leadership of the Association of Fraternity and Sorority Advisors (AFA) and has presented at numerous interfraternal conferences. Michael has served as the Executive Director for NovakTalks, a consulting and advocacy company. Michael is a member of the Loyal Order, the 1865 Trust, and a member of the Crimson and Gold Society. Michael is a member of the W. McLeod Frampton, Jr., Henry C. Chiles, William Sprigg Hamilton, Samuel Zenas Ammen, and John S. Candler Province Courts of Honor.

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1. Convivium in Delaware at the Beta Epsilon Chapter house, known as The KAstle. Forty alumni from the ’70s to 2014 were in attendance with the Active Chapter. Dr. Steven E. Hastings delivered the toast. 2. Mason W. Tarpley (Beta Xi–Oklahoma State '10) married his KA rose, Alexandra G. Reape on Saturday, September 17, 2016, at Thistle Springs Ranch in Cleburne, Texas. The outdoor wedding was well attended by KAs from Beta Xi chapter and members of the National Administrative Office staff. Mason has served the Order, working for the National Administrative Office as an Associate Director for Chapter Services, since June 2015. 3. Bill Harper, see above, 20-year host of the Delta Alpha alumni lake party, preparing the BBQ as always. 4. This past summer, Jacob Selsor, a new initiate from Zeta Sigma–Southern Illinois, visited Cuba for a tour and short trip. 5. This photo was sent in by Bill Cody, of Fairhope, Alabama. Pictured is a very large group of 50-year brothers from Nu chapter at Auburn University. They span initiation years of 1963–65 and a good time was had by all at the reunion. 6. Current and past members of the 1

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Our Order National Administrative Office staff celebrate the marriage of Associate Director of Chapter Services Mason W. Tarpley (Beta Xi–Oklahoma State ’10) to Alex Reape at Thistle Springs Ranch in Cleburne, Texas on September 17, 2016. (L-R) Anthony M. Graziani (Zeta Pi–Florida Gulf Coast ’07), Brandon J. Steadman (Delta Lambda–Middle Tennessee State ’11), Sam E. Mynhier (Zeta Tau–Austin Peay State ’11), Tarpley, Larry Stanton Wiese (Gamma Omega–Midwestern State ’87), Matthew T. Mandeville (Beta Rho–Roanoke ’12), and Brent E. Buswell (Beta Eta–Oklahoma ’09). 7. Eta chapter alumni from University of Richmond at the chapter’s lodge. The event was a reception to celebrate the life of alumnus Ed Hald, memorialized earlier that day, September 18, at the Cannon Chapel on campus. Many brothers were present, including his son Jonathan (bottom right) who Ed was able to see be initiated by Beta Commission (VMI) this past May. 8. Five brothers from Alpha Nu Chapter at the George Washington University spent their spring break in Paris, France. 9. The Cullowhee KA Alumni Chapter held its annual meeting and lake party in Mooresville, N.C. This year they celebrated the 20th year of hosting the event at the residence of William R. “Bill” Harper (Delta Alpha–Western Carolina ’66). More than 100 alumni from various decades were in attendance. 10. Logan Pardini (Gamma Iota–San Diego State) visiting in Barcelona while studying abroad in Rome. The Journal wonders if his grandfather, former Knight Commander Julian Pardini, ever visited Rome? 6

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WHAT IS IT? The E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program was created to provide deserving undergraduates with the desire to become better-educated and -informed on both the public and private sectors of our national government. In addition, this program will give undergraduates the opportunity to gain professional work experience while living in the Washington, D.C., area. The E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program provides a once in a lifetime opportunity to any interested Kappa Alpha Order undergraduate. The internship, living and working in Washington, D.C., and interacting with other interns from across the country, provides an everlasting experience.

A Brief History of the E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program AS WITH MANY SUCCESSFUL IDEAS, THE E. FLEMING MASON

Memorial Internship Program started over a cup of coffee. During the Fall of 2002, Executive Director Larry Wiese was scheduled to meet with Bill Skipper (Delta Tau–Francis Marion ’84) at a D.C. area hotel. Larry was in the area meeting with alumni and Bill was looking for an update on what was happening in Kappa Alpha Order. During their meeting the two discussed many things to include the size and health of KA, academic excellence, and financial goals. Toward the end of their meeting Bill asked Larry if KA would be supportive of an Internship Program on Capitol Hill. The vision these two gentlemen discussed was to bring deserving young men to Washington, D.C., to experience the real world of Capitol Hill and the surrounding district. Bill shared with Larry the experience he was offered by E. Fleming Mason (Beta Pi–Presbyterian ’29) to come to Washington, D.C., and work for then-Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina. This summer internship set Bill on a course that has now allowed him to serve for more than 30 years, in both public and private practice, in or around our Nation’s Capital. For more than 10 years, the KAOEF has fully funded this program through generous donations from alumni and friends of the Order. Interns only have to make their way to the airport from which they travel to DC, or drive, and, are responsible for their own living expenses beyond rent. What would be normally cost-prohibitive for many is essentially free for selected members. The internship program today honors E. Fleming Mason, an initiate of Beta Pi Chapter at Presbyterian College in 1929 and former Commander of the John Temple Graves Province (South Carolina) from 1962 to 1975, and former Preceptor of the Graves Court of Honor. E. Fleming Mason was the first director of the South Carolina highway patrol in the late 1930s and then made his career with the FBI until he retired in 1968. After his retirement, he served the province as the Preceptor of the Graves Court of Honor. Until his death in 1987, Brother Mason was extremely active in the affairs of the Order. He was a fixture at many Graves Province chapter functions. He worked tirelessly to promote the Order’s ideals and was instrumental in helping numerous KAs find summer employment and potential careers after graduation.

HOW ARE THE INTERNS SELECTED? An Internship Committee consisting of alumni who are supporters, former interns, and D.C. contacts, interviews and selects seven applicants based on their applications. The committee schedules phone interviews to finalize the list to five interns, with two alternates. Internship selections will most likely be finalized in late February/early March. HOW ARE THE INTERNSHIPS SELECTED FOR PLACEMENT? Selected applicants are placed into top-notch internships based on their future career plans and/or interests. Several KA alumni assist with internships for U.S. Senators and Congressman, lobbyists, fund-raisers, and other careerrelated fields. Sometimes two internships are provided for an intern to give him a different experience. WHAT DOES THE KAOEF PROVIDE FOR THE INTERNS? Interns will receive transportation to and from the program and lodging at GWU. Interns are responsible for all other costs and most internships are not paid. FUNDING AND SUPPORT The E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program is funded completely through the generosity of the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation and its donors. To help fund this unparallel program, please contact Chief Development Officer and Former Knight Commander Ben W. Satcher, Jr., at (540) 463-1865, or bsatcher@ka-order.org. If you have any questions about the program itself, please contact Director of Leadership Education Tullis Beasley at (540) 463-1865 or tbeasley@kaorder.org.

— William H. Skipper Jr. (Delta Tau–Francis Marion ’80)

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“The Willard Office Building is ... just one block east of the White House. I was fortunate enough to be able to walk to work every morning ...” – Charles Domnic Levings GAMMA ETA–FLORIDA STATE ’13

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t Davis & Harman, I helped with an assortment of tasks. My cubicle was in the library, where tax filings and other tax reference books were kept. Usually once per week, I helped file new updates for the tax books. Luckily, I only had to replace pages—the contents looked like a foreign language to me. Other duties included ordering supplies for the office, helping the paralegals and attorneys with various housekeeping tasks, and prepping the office for fund-raising events. The office had a terrace, which had an outstanding view of the Washington Monument and the National Mall. The firm hosts a variety of events on the terrace, including fund-raisers for congressional candidates and other celebrations, such as a 4th of July party. I would also drive Tad around in his car. I would take him to lunch and to fund-raisers or gatherings near Capitol Hill. I would usually just park and wait for him, or grab a bite to eat and walk around a little bit. As routine as this sounds, it was rewarding to drive in downtown D.C. (albeit stressful at times) and see more of the city, and feel like a local. Plus, he drives an Audi, so that was sweet.

G A M M A E TA – F L O R I D A S TAT E ’1 3 Number I and 2016 National Undergraduate Chairman Dominic is currently a junior doublemajoring in communication and political science and is a member of the FSU Honors Program. A native of Tallahassee, Florida, Dominic is a first-generation KA. Dominic has served his chapter as Number I since the fall of 2014. He was elected as the National Undergraduate Chairman at the 2016 Number I’s Leadership Institute. As the National Undergraduate Chairman, he sits on the Executive Council as the representative voice for nearly 8,000 active undergraduate brothers from KA chapters across the country. INTERNSHIPS The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager with $178 billion of assets under management across 125 funds and 164 funds vehicles. Founded in 1987 in Washington, D.C., Carlyle has grown into one of the world’s largest and most successful investment firms. Ken C. Tidwell (Alpha Beta–Alabama ’82) serves as a Managing Director in D.C. Davis & Harman LLP was founded in 1985. Davis & Harman, a firm specializing in taxation, has been located on the 12th floor of the Willard Office Building since 1985. Thomas A. “Tad” Davis (Beta Zeta– Florida ’57) is a named partner in the firm.

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orking for Congressman Richard Hudson has been a great experience and has given me countless opportunities to see and meet people I would have never imagined possible. Through my internship I met countless Congressmen and had the opportunity to attend one of Speaker Paul Ryan’s hearings. During my internship, I developed new skills that will give me an extra advantage as I start my career once I graduate from Elon in the spring. Even though I am not a Political Science Major, I still benefited immensely from my experience working on Capitol Hill. An average day in the office consists of answering phone calls from constituents, drafting letters, going to meetings, taking documents to other Representatives’ offices, and giving a tour of the Capitol Building. There was never a dull moment at the Capitol. Being an E. Fleming Mason Memorial Intern gave me the opportunity to participate in numerous new and often unique experiences that will remain with me forever. These experiences were great, but there is one event in particular that stands out for me. I had the opportunity to meet retired Navy SEAL, Kevin Lacz, author of The Last Punisher. A staff member in Congressman Hudson’s office assisted Kevin in getting his book published, so while he was in Washington, Kevin came to the office for a personal visit. Kevin served alongside Chris Kyle, author of American Sniper, and was a member of the same sniper group in SEAL Team 3. Having the opportunity to meet and talk to a true American hero was an honor and something I will never forget. The E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship is a program that is like no other and is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Having the opportunity to work and live in Washington, D.C., is one of the greatest experiences of my life so far and I believe every brother that meets the requirements should apply to this program.

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E P S I L O N M U – E L O N ’14 McLean is a junior majoring in applied mathematics with a minor in business administration. He served as his chapter’s primary delegate for the Order’s 76th Convention. McLean is an active volunteer for Meals on Wheels in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. McLean has worked as an Engineer and Inspection Intern at Mack Gay Associates P.A. also in Rocky Mount, during the summers of 2014 and 2015. INTERNSHIP: Hon. Richard Hudson, U.S. House of Representatives; Congressman Hudson (Epsilon Xi–North Carolina-Charlotte ’90) is a Republican from the 8th District in North Carolina.

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“During my internship, I developed new skills that will give me an extra advantage as I start my career once I graduate.” — McLean M. Warren

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James T. Ruedlinger, Jr. D E LTA I O TA –T E X A S A R L I N G T O N ’14 Former Number I

“Being able to walk the halls of the nation’s Capitol every day was a treat of its own. There are very few places where one can actually feel the power resonate from the halls as you walk through them, but the Capitol is one.”

James is a junior majoring in communication. He has served Delta Iota as their chartering Number I and prior Number II and III. Beyond his experience in the classroom he has served as an advisor for Freshmen Leaders on Campus; former Interfraternity Council President; recipient of the Most Outstanding Student Leader Award each of his years at the University; and serves as the Vice President of Student Governance. James continues to serve others and organizations in his community through personal speech and leadership consulting. INTERNSHIPS Hon. Robert Pittenger, U.S. House of Representatives Congressman Pittenger (Omicron– Texas ’67) is a Republican from the 9th District in North Carolina. Meyers & Associates Meyers & Associates assists trade associations, individuals, companies, cities and universities in their efforts to understand and affect the actions of the federal government. Larry D. Meyers (Gamma Chi–Texas Tech ’68) is owner and founder of the firm.

was grateful to have the opportunity to work in D.C. this summer, alongside four fellow fraternity brothers, thanks to the E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship. Everyday this summer was a new experience and I can easily walk away from D.C. with a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience that will help me in my future. I had the joy of working with Congressman Pittenger and with Larry Meyers of Meyers & Associates LLC. Working in Congressman Pittenger’s office was a rewarding time. Being able to walk the halls of the nation’s Capitol every day was a treat of its own. There are very few places where one can actually feel the power resonate from the halls as you walk through them, but the Capitol is one. The days consisted of the standard phone calls, constituent letters and coffee runs, but in between the intern tasks we had the freedom to network and learn. We were given the chance to reach out to people we wanted to meet, set up informational interviews, and attend hearings if we wanted to. Through this free time I was able to meet with multiple experts in the world of defense acquisition and start a personal project that led me to working directly with the House and Senate Armed Services Committees. My work ending up paying off for me and I was able to be published before the end of the summer. This report helped jumpstart my career and added to my credibility before I have graduated. At Meyers & Associates, Larry made sure I had my work cut out for me. Every day was filled with new items to research and new reports to draft for our client. Larry was very critical and helpful of my writing and taught me how to write objectively and remove bias from factual reports. He taught me the importance of double-checking sources and how to find answers that many left behind or were hidden between the lines. Overall I am very grateful for the opportunity that Kappa Alpha Order has given me.

— James T. Ruedlinger, Jr. DELTA IOTA–TEXAS-ARLINGTON ’14

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nterning at the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), during an election year, is definitely one of the most interesting things I’ve done. I work with the Political and Communications Departments, and I’m primarily responsible for assisting staff members in efforts regarding Congressional elections for the Republican Party. A typical day in the Political Department will involve analyzing data in relation to polling and candidate favorability, updating how our Congressional candidates are progressing in their elections, and keeping their respective districts up-to-date in relation to their campaign performance. In the Communications Department, I assist staff members with press-releases, political advertisements, and effective public relations through preparation for potential media coverage. It is truly a privilege to live in Washington, D.C., and to be able to experience firsthand the intensity of a heated election year, which is quite easy considering the NRCC headquarters is located less than one block from the Cannon House Office Building on Capitol Hill. It is not uncommon for me to walk from the Capital South Metro Station and encounter a Congressman or two on my way to work. It is also not uncommon for me to stroll down the sidewalk near the area and see major media outlets, such as CNN and Fox News, preparing to broadcast a political meeting or relevant event.

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ALPHA KAPPA–MISSOURI ’13 Former Number I Wesley is a senior majoring in business administration with an emphasis in management. He is currently volunteering with Friends of Roy Blunt as their Greek Outreach Director for the Columbia, Missouri, area. Wesley has served his chapter as philanthropy chairman, Number IV, and Number I. Wesley is involved in College Republicans, where he recently participated in volunteer service for Missouri Lincoln Days. He is also a founding member of the Enactus club at the University of Missouri, a non-profit organization that seeks to give back to society through taking an entrepreneurial approach to solving problems. INTERNSHIPS Hon. Roy Blunt, U.S. Senate Blunt is the senior senator from Missouri. He is a KA alumnus from Alpha Eta at Westminster College, specially initiated in 1989. National Republican Congressional Committee The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is a political committee devoted to increasing the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rob A. Simms (Epsilon Phi–George Mason ’89) serves as the Executive Director.

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n weekdays my day started off at 9:00am with me receiving an e-mail or two on what work I needed to complete that day. After reading my e-mail I walked about five minutes to the nearest metro station where I would commute to either one of two offices. At the office with Lisa Spies and Elizabeth Conatser I would complete tasks such as updating the LS group website or updating contact lists of constituents. On multiple occasions I volunteered at fund-raisers working under Gretchen Moss preparing events and making sure everything ran smoothly. Through these events I was able to socialize and meet people such as Congresswoman Barbara Comstock, Governor Nikki Haley, and Senator Marco Rubio. This was my favorite part of my job.

William H. Skipper III A L P H A B E TA – A L A B A M A ’1 3 Will is a senior majoring in public relations. After attending the University of Alabama for two years, William transferred to the University of South Carolina. In his first semester at USC, William interned for presidential candidate, Senator Lindsey Graham. As an intern and advisor of the presidential campaign media team, he corresponded with both paid employees and volunteers. William fielded questions from constituents, researched the issues presented, and formulated recommended answers to constituent’s concerns. INTERNSHIP The LS Group Located in our nation’s Capital, The LS Group, Inc. is a professional Fundraising and Development firm. With over ten years of experience The LS Group focuses on political fundraising nationally and within the Washington, D.C. PAC community. Their clients range from United States Senators, Members of Congress, Governors, and non-profit organizations. For many years, LS Group President Lisa Spies has accommodated a KA intern in the program.

“On multiple occasions I volunteered at fund-raisers ... Through these events I was able to socialize and meet [members of Congress and state govenment]. This was my favorite part of my job.” ALPHA BETA–ALABAMA ’13

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An Average Day I’ll Never Forget An essay from a 2016 E. Fleming Mason Memorial Intern MY AVERAGE DAY WOULD BEGIN AROUND

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Hill. I would usually just park and wait for him, or grab a bite to eat and walk around a little bit. As routine as this sounds, it was rewarding to drive in downtown D.C. (albeit stressful at times) and see more of the city, and feel like a local. Plus, he drives an Audi, so that was sweet.

“With the Washington Monument as the backdrop, having the opportunity to meet these elected officials was an experience I’ll never forget.” But, the fund-raisers were my favorite aspect of the internship. Fund-raising activities pick up significantly over the summer, especially in an election year. As a result, there was an average of one to two fund-raisers per week, all for members of the U.S. House of Representatives or the Senate. Fund-raisers would usually start after work around 6pm, so I would stay after the regular workday ended. I helped furnish the tables on the terrace, and coordinated the setup effort with the caterers and bartenders. Then, once the fund-raiser started, I could take part in

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the socializing, as long as I stayed until the festivities had ended, so I could lock up the office. The fund-raisers allowed me to meet an awesome cast of people. My first day, I met Senator Richard Burr of North Carolina. Throughout the summer I would meet: Jeb Bush Jr., Rep. Adam Kinzinger, Rep. Kevin Yoder, Rep. Jeff Denham, Rep. Mark Sanford, former Governor and Senator John Hoeven, Rep. Michael McCaul, Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Hal Rogers, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, among others. With the Washington Monument as the backdrop, having the opportunity to meet these elected officials was an experience I’ll never forget. My experience in Washington, D.C., was awesome. I’m not sure I would change a thing. The location of our apartment, just north of the Lincoln Memorial and just west of the White House, was second to none. My internship was rewarding and I had the opportunity to meet several members of Congress. I saw a ton of what D.C. has to offer, including the major monuments and memorials, several Smithsonian Museums, a Washington Nationals baseball game, and the National Zoo. We went boating on the Potomac River one weekend with Bill Skipper (Delta Tau– Francis Marion ’80) a strong supporter of the internship program, spent the evening at Stratford Hall, and visited Mount Vernon. The opportunity to present information on the internship to up-and-coming leaders at the Emerging Leaders Academy in Lexington that summer was also fulfilling. And, above all, I had the pleasure of meeting and living with four other KAs with whom I will stay in touch for years to come. — C harles Domnic Levings (Gamma Eta–Florida State ’13), National Undergraduate Chairman

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7:30am. I’d wake up and cook breakfast in the kitchen, usually a fried egg and with bacon and yogurt. I’d then get dressed, always wearing at least slacks and a tie. I interned at Davis & Harman law firm, which was founded in 1985. Tad Davis is a KA from the University of Florida, the Beta Zeta chapter, and also attended law school at UF. Davis & Harman, a firm specializing in taxation, has been located on the 12th floor of the Willard Office Building since 1985. The Willard Office Building is attached to the original Willard Intercontinental Hotel, just one block east of The White House. I was fortunate enough to be able to walk to work every morning from our apartments on campus at the George Washington University. It was about a 12-minute walk, and I had the pleasure of passing the south side of the White House every morning. At Davis & Harman, I helped with an assortment of tasks. My cubicle was in the library, where tax filings and other tax reference books were kept. Usually once per week, I helped file new updates for the tax books. Luckily, I only had to replace pages—the contents looked like a foreign language to me. Other duties included ordering supplies for the office, helping the paralegals and attorneys with various housekeeping tasks, and prepping the office for fund-raising events. The office had a terrace, which had an outstanding view of the Washington Monument and the National Mall. The firm hosts a variety of events on the terrace, including fund-raisers for congressional candidates and other celebrations, such as an incredible Fourth of July party. I would also drive Tad around in his car. I would take him to lunch and to fund-raisers or gatherings near Capitol

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IN EARLY AUGUST 2016, JESSE BROWN (GAMMA OMEGA–MIDWESTERN STATE ’14) MADE THE MOST

significant announcement of his life yet. The recent graduate and 2016 Valedictorian of Midwestern State University announced that he would run for city council of the town that he had come to know so well. “Through my experiences here in Wichita Falls and Midwestern State University, I have developed a passion for this city and our community,” Jesse writes in his press release. “We must unite behind one common vision. We, as citizens, must come together in order to move Wichita Falls forward.” Other than his passion and vigor, what makes a twenty-two-year-old from Alford, Texas, qualified for city council of Wichita Falls, you might ask? In addition to studying Criminal Justice and Business, Jesse’s time at Midwestern State included serving various community projects in Wichita Falls with more than 340 volunteer hours. He served two terms as Number I and re-founding president of Gamma Omega chapter, earning such honors as Greek God, Greek Man of the Year, Most Outstanding Criminal Justice Major, and Clark Scholar of the Year. In June 2014, Jesse was appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry as the Student Regent to serve on the MSU Board of Regents for the 2014–15 academic year. Brown is also a five-time recipient of the President’s Honor Roll, a member of both the Inter-Fraternity Council Judicial Board and Crime Stoppers Board, and a member in multiple honor societies including Golden Key, Alpha Chi, Alpha Phi Sigma, and Order of Omega. In addition, he was also voted a Delegate to the 2016 State Republican Convention, graduated Leadership Wichita Falls Class of 2015, and received the Undergraduate Award of Distinction from North-American Interfraternity Conference. Jesse was voted to serve on the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee as a 2015–16 student director, serving alongside two other KAs, with Larry Stanton Wiese as a Past President and Jim Estes as Treasurer. Throughout the summer of 2015, Jesse interned with the National Republican Congressional Committee as a participant of the E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program, which is coordinated and funded by the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation. While in the capital of the free world, Jesse learned, firsthand, the need for strong leadership in public service. “The Kappa Alpha Order E. Fleming Mason Internship Program has been the best opportunity ever presented to me. I am from a small town in Texas that has a population of merely 1,000 people. Never in my wildest dreams did I imaging that I, a small town boy from Alvord, Texas, would be able to live, work, and learn in our Nation’s capital. This internship has opened my eyes to the bigger picture. It has allowed me to return home with a renewed sense of purpose and direction. I can guarantee that I am a better man because I was able to experience the E. Fleming Mason Memorial Internship Program.” Q: Why are you running for Wichita Falls City Council? A: I am running for Wichita Falls City Council because I am passionate about our city, I have a desire to serve my neighbors, and I see a need to preserve our history and culture for the next generation. I want to bring a fresh face and new ideas to City Hall and in doing so, reenergize our great city. Q: What experiences in KA and on campus gave you the confidence and knowledge to do this? A: In KA, I was blessed with the opportunity to help re-found the Gamma Omega chapter. I was sworn in as Number I my freshman semester and sent to NLI, ELA, Province Council, and many more leadership conferences that

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developed and enhanced my skills. We were able to transform a chapter with 8 members and a poor GPA to a 45-member chapter (largest on campus) with a 3.02 GPA (highest on campus). The challenges we faced strengthened my resolve and abilities. From there, I became involved throughout campus, was appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry to the Midwestern State Board of Regents, and ended my undergraduate career by being elected and serving as Student Government Association President. In these positions I reviewed budgets in excess of 100 million dollars, worked with community leaders on strategic planning, and witnessed the greater picture in life. Through all my involvements and accomplishments, I owe KA for

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everything. The Order believed in a young cowboy from Alvord, Texas, who had raw abilities but no sense of direction. I am forever proud to have the title of KA. Q: Who are some of the KAs and others that you look up to for mentorship and guidance? A: There are many Brothers that I admire and strive to emulate. To keep this answer short, I will highlight only four. Larry Weise, Reno Gustafson, Mike Stokes, and Stewart Harvey. Larry Weise is my role model. He demands excellence from everyone around him. He works diligently and keeps the interest of the Order at the forefront of his decisions. Also, he is a Gamma Omega Alum and a legend at Midwestern State; my alma mater.

Reno Gustafson is a genuine KA. He is a former Wichitan of the Year and has given me amazing opportunities. Reno is one of my biggest supporters and I owe much of my success to his guidance and mentorship. He demonstrates the qualities of gentility and service every day and I aim to walk in his shoes. Finally, Mike Stokes and Stewart Harvey. These two gentlemen are Gamma Omega’s Alumni Advisors and I am daring enough to say they are the best in the Order! They were instrumental in leading our chapter’s re-founding. They mentor me and our active members and guide our chapter’s success. With them steering the ship, Gamma Omega was awarded 3 national chapter awards and many individual ones as well. They are hands’ on and directly benefit our active members. Q: How are KAs or your experience in general helping you in your campaign? A: Fellow members of the Order are assisting my campaign in a variety of capacities. My chapter brothers are hands’ on. They help knock on doors, hang signs, and cold call residents. I have three brothers working for my campaign; Dustin Whinery-Volunteer Coordinator, Andrew Gray-Policy Director and Tyler Garcia-Media Coordinator. Wichita Falls is heavily populated with KAs and they come out in full force to support a Brother. Gamma Omega Alums as well as other KAs have donated resources to fuel my campaign financially. They have also helped build my reputation to residents in our community. Q: What would be your number one platform plank for a run at the Presidency? A: If I had to run for President my number one platform would be to bring back the values of our nation. The values of hard work, reverence, respect, and hope. I believe we have strayed from our roots as a nation and our current societal issues are the result. I admire the Greatest Generation for everything they achieved. They were not perfect but they held tight to American values that made them great. We are not them but we can learn much from their actions and work ethics. They faced the biggest evil our world has ever seen and they won. They won because all of them knew the difference between right and wrong; and they were willing to work for what was right.

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Making a Difference with Data Chris Wilson (Beta Eta–Oklahoma '89) has led his own firm and a Presidential campaign with an innovative approach. by Brent Buswell (Beta Eta–Oklahoma ’09) FROM AN EARLY AGE, CHRIS WILSON (BETA ETA–OKLAHOMA ’89)

“When you’re trying to elect the next President of the United States, every part of it is rewarding, and it’s making a difference.” — Chris Wilson

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has always had a zeal for politics. When Chris was just eight years old, his parents took him to a rally for Gerald Ford at the airport in Lawton, Oklahoma, during the 1976 Presidential election. Little did he know at the time, but 40 years later, Chris would become Director of Research and Analytics for another Presidential campaign, that of Texas Senator Ted Cruz. While working for Cruz, he oversaw all polling, data analytics, modeling, and digital strategy. With more than 20 years in polling and research, Wilson helped to consult and direct the Cruz campaign with the use of data and analytics, even predicting the Cruz victory in Iowa before the votes were even cast. By using data from psychological targeting, Wilson and his team were able to profile potential supporters, providing specially tailored messages, phone calls, and visits. From consumer habits and car ownership to magazine subscriptions and Facebook data, the polling and analysis guided where Cruz should travel and on which topics he should focus his message. “When you’re trying to elect the next President of the United States, every part of it is rewarding, and it’s making a difference,” Wilson said. “It sounds cliché, but it’s real, and what we’re doing here matters.” Separate from his work with Ted Cruz, Chris is founder and CEO of Wilson Perkins Allen (WPA) Opinion Research, a leading research and analytics firm. Since its inception, WPA has done work for more than 100 of the Fortune 500 companies and been involved in work for more than 100 current and former members of the United States House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, along with gubernatorial and statewide officials across the nation. Prior to starting WPA, Chris was the Global Director of Research for Weber Shandwick International, where he conducted market research for Fortune 500 companies such as Coca-Cola, American Airlines, Kodak, Wells Fargo, and Boeing.

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JOURNAL: How’d you get involved in politics?* CHRIS WILSON: While I was at OU, I attended The Leadership Institute, a nonpartisan, national educational foundation started by former Reagan administrator Morton Blackwell to teach political technology. In Oklahoma, it was hosted by ORU. We didn’t know it, but they were evaluating kids as they went through and pulled a few of us aside to work in political campaigns as youth coordinators. Later, when I was attending summer school in Georgetown in D.C., in hopes of transferring there, I called up Morton, who invited me, along with a Virginia gubernatorial candidate, to his home for dinner. I took that fall semester off to work on the Virginia campaign. We lost by less than one vote in every precinct. And by taking that semester off, I’d lost any chance to get into Georgetown. I went back to OU and subsequently

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worked for the Conservative Leadership PAC, recruiting and training youth coordinators for 40 campaigns nationwide. Initially, I thought I’d go to law school. But then I fell in love with economics and was too far into my letters degree to change majors. JOURNAL: Where’d you work before WPA?*

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JOURNAL: How do you poll behaviors and messaging?* WILSON: Through contracted controlled, random cellphone surveys of generally 300 or more. For every voter, we have 5,000 pieces of information. The trick is to find something the voters care about if you campaign door-to-door or otherwise. In Iowa, the local issue was Cruz’s shared desire to end a state ban on fireworks sales. Volunteers saved precious time by knocking only on doors of likely Cruz voters who might need a nudge to go to the polls. Every other poll in Iowa showed us losing Iowa but

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ours. Ted, who was nervous, said we better be right and we were exactly right. The best compliment we’ve had is from the former campaign manager for Obama, who said our campaign is the most buttoned-up, technologically driven campaign since the 2008 Obama campaign. JOURNAL: What kind of work does your company do for your clients? WILSON: In short, we are a data firm. While many of our clients still use WPA for market research (survey research and focus groups), we have aggressively moved into big data (predictive modeling, analytics, and data targeting) and employ several Ph.D.-level data scientists. JOURNAL: How has your KA experience helped you reach where you are now? WILSON: Being a KA instilled in me very important values that guide me to this day. Further,

the relationships I built as a KA continue to the present. Many of my clients have been KAs. If I learn a job applicant is a KA, they have to try not to get hired. We provide multiple internships to KAs. To me, that’s what brotherhood is about. JOURNAL: In what ways do you continue to stay involved with KA? WILSON: I serve on our [Beta Eta] chapter housing board and contribute financially. I’ve helped my chapter at OU use many of the digital techniques we pioneered on the Cruz campaign during rush this year. * These questions and responses are from an article by Paula Burkes of the Daily Oklahoman.“Executive Q&A: Oklahoman heads polls, analysis, and strategies for presidential hopeful”

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WILSON: I joined Tom Cole’s polling firm in ‘92 and in ‘94, ran the successful Indiana campaign of former U.S. Rep. David McIntosh. Then, at age 26, I accepted my first full-time job as executive director of the Republican Party in Texas. In 1996, I went to work for Bob Dole’s polling firm in D.C., which was my first opportunity to poll for a presidential campaign. Funny. The home I rented was formerly rented by a Democratic consultant, and these FedEx packages kept arriving containing complex customized statistics that were far more

advanced than the Republican side. It was like we were taking a knife to a gunfight. I learned how to use behavioral science and big data at a D.C. public relations firm, Weber Shandwick, that found me. Our clients included Coca-Cola, airlines, and a candidate for the prime minister of Turkey.

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The 1,000 Year Event

Torrential rain, thunderstorms, floods, and even a tornado, combined to devastate West Virginia—Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin (Alpha Rho–West Virginia '71) led the recovery by Jesse S. Lyons (Delta Alpha–Western Carolina ’98)

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ON JUNE 23, 2016, AFTER TORRENTIAL

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thunderstorms, an historic fl od hit areas of West Virginia and nearby parts of Virginia, resulting in 23 deaths. Rivers crested well over fl od stages, entire homes were fl oded to the roof, and entire small communities were swept away. In just half a day, 8 to 10 inches of rain fell and accounted for the seventh Deadliest fl od in West Virginia history. At helm of the state was KA alumnus and Governor, Earl Ray Tomblin. There are 55 counties in West Virginia. Governor Earl Tomblin (Alpha Rho–West Virginia ’71) declared a state of emergency, which has since been extended multiple times, in 44 of them and ordered the deployment of over 400 members of the West Virginia National Guard. Search and rescue teams were called to action and canvassed the state. President Barack Obama declared West Virginia a major disaster area, and ordered aid for the victims. And this was just the beginning. Gov. Tomblin and his team went to work interacting with the federal government for assistance, coordinating local and statewide responses needed from every department, and early on, they began looking to the future on how to best assist West Virginia in recovering from such a devastating

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`` Governor Tomblin Addresses West Virginians on Flooding Damage and Response `` State Emergency Operations Center opens `` Focus is on search and rescue `` The Division of Forestry is working to assist with clearing downed trees `` The Division of Highways currently reports 60 road closures `` The Department of Health and Human Resources is working with healthcare providers to address specific needs, including affected nursing homes `` Several groups, including the Red Cross, Salvation Army and VOAD, are setting up shelters and assisting those in need.

“We understand many counties continue to experience significant problems and some waters continue to rise. Joanne and I are thinking continually about those affected by this disaster, and our thoughts and prayers are with those who lost loved ones. I appreciate the tireless efforts of first responders across the state, many of whom have volunteered to travel long distances to help those in the most affected areas.” JUNE 25

2 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Approved Federal Disaster Declaration for Three Counties JUNE 27

4 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Pledges Assistance to Communities Affected by Flooding

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`` Governor visits with residents of Rainelle, Clendenin `` 470 National Guard members on the ground, in addition to first responders, volunteers, and FEMA reps

“As a lifelong resident of Southern West Virginia, I am all too familiar with flooding and know how it can devastate a community,” Gov. Tomblin said. “But of all the floods I have witnessed in my life, and particularly in my time as governor, I have never seen tragedy like we have experienced in several of our communities in the past four days. Families have lost everything — homes and loved ones, even children. Visiting Rainelle and Clendenin today made this heartache even more real for me today.” JUNE 28

5 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Adds Seven Additional Counties to Request for FEMA Assistance

23 Lives Lost

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6 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Federal Disaster Declaration Approved for Two Additional Counties `` State of Emergency for 32 counties `` Allows for resources to be focused on hardest hit areas JULY 5

12 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces State Assistance in Place at FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers JULY 7

14 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Additional Federal Support for Flood-Impacted Region `` FEMA declaration to provide public assistance for local agencies in 11 counties `` Provides for debris removal, emergency preparedness, and hazard mitigation `` Assists with repair, replacement, or restoration of publicly owned facilities JULY 13

20 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Addresses West Virginians on Long-Term Flood Recovery Efforts `` FEMA grants public assistance for six additional counties

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government and countless selfless volunteers was prompt,” Gov. Tomblin said. “Because of our early successes in securing federal assistance for those who need it, I know we are ready to meet the challenges before us. As we continue our response efforts, we are now focusing on longterm recovery to keep communities intact and get people back in homes and back on their feet.”

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64 years old, married to Joanne Jaeger, with one child, Brent

21 Days Post-Disaster `` Gov. Tomblin, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito, and Congressmen Evan Jenkins and Alex X. Mooney announced that WV has secured a $3.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to offer 250 temporary jobs for flood disaster clean-up activities in the 12 counties under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster declaration.

Attended West Virginia University and Marshall University, and was initiated in 1971 by Alpha Rho Chapter Ran first campaign for state legislature from the chapter house while a senior, he won Elected to WV House of Delegates in 1974, reelected in ’76 and ‘78

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Elected to WV Senate in 1980 and again every four years

`` Governor Tomblin Encourages West Virginians to Visit Official State Flood Website for Current Information

Elected 48th President of WV Senate in 1995, served for 17 years as the longest in WV history

`` Updated daily with recovery resources and community needs JULY 21

28 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Extends State of Emergency `` Twelve counties will remain under State of Emergency until August 22

Over 1,400 homes and 50 businesses destroyed

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32 Days Post-Disaster `` Gov. Tomblin Unveils ‘RISE WV’ Initiative to Support Flood-Impacted Small Businesses `` Public-private program co-sponsored by West Virginia native Brad Smith, Chairman and CEO of Intuit,

Tomblin again ran for the office of Governor in 2012 during the regular election, and won

`` Goal is to reach a minimum of $2 million from a combination of private donations and state dollars

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For his support and devotion to the Order, and his outstanding public service, Gov. Tomblin was inducted, in his office in the State Capitol, into Kappa Alpha’s Hamilton Province (WV & PA) Court of Honor, on September 4, 2011

“As we have seen in the month following these devastating floods, it will take all of us from the local, state and federal levels, the private sector and generous individuals to rebuild homes, businesses and entire communities,” Gov. Tomblin said. “That’s what the RISE program represents — an all-hands-on-deck approach to getting people back in business and back to work, and ensuring our communities rise beyond this disaster and become stronger than ever before.”

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Became first acting Governor in WV history when Governor Joe Manchin was elected U.S. Senator in 2010; retained the title of Senate President as well, which is required by the West Virginia Constitution, but, did not participate in legislative business or accept his legislative salary, nor did he preside over the Senate while acting as governor Tomblin ran for the office of Governor in 2011 during a special election, and won

`` Smith and his wife, Alys, have committed a family donation of $500,000 to the program.

Became first Lieutenant Governor in WV history upon creation of honorary designation in 2000

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34 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Housing Assistance for some counties AUGUS T 15

53 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Reminds West Virginians of Next Week’s FEMA Assistance Deadline `` More than 8,500 registrations received through FEMA, which has already approved more than $37 million for individuals and households `` Must register by August 24 AUGUS T 16

54 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin’s Request for Registration Deadline Extension Granted by FEMA `` Residents in counties affected by June flooding now have until September 7 to file for individual assistance, a two-week extension AUGUS T 18

56 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Grants for Flood-Impacted Small Businesses in Greenbrier County `` First round of mini-grants through RISE West Virginia recovery initiative

500,000 customers without power

`` Announcement made at Cook’s Country Kitchen in White Sulphur Springs and D&D Hardware in Rainelle

60 roads shut down, many of them washed away

`` 23 small businesses in Greenbrier County are being awarded a total of nearly $200,000 in this initial batch of grants, which range from $2,000 to $10,000 and affect nearly 100 employees. AUGUS T 22

60 Days (approx.) Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Extends State of Emergency for Eight Counties `` Eight counties to remain under State of Emergency until September 21 AUGUS T 23

60 Days (approx.) Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Announces Small Business Administration (SBA) Flood Assistance for Follansbee Region

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`` Businesses and residents in those counties impacted by the July 29-30 flooding will be eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans through the SBA.

“I am grateful that the SBA has approved my request to provide this much-needed funding …” Gov. Tomblin said. “These funds will play an important role as the community continues to recover.” SEP TEMBER 16

85 Days Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Calls Special Session to Address Flood Costs `` Extraordinary session of the State Legislature to address the state’s share of costs associated with flooding that devastated West Virginia in June of this year. `` 34 Senators and 100 Representatives comprise legislature `` Normally, the legislature only meets for 60 days in January through March SEP TEMBER 20

90 Days (Approx.) Post-Disaster `` Governor Tomblin Signs Flood Relief Legislation `` Enacts bill he presented into law to appropriate funds to cover WV’s costs

FEMA gave more than $37 million in aid to individuals and households affected by the floods (as of 7/27/16)

`` WV is responsible for 25% of the costs ($85 million), while FEMA covers the remaining three-quarters `` $55 million comes from the unfortunately named Rainy Day Fund

“Nearly three months ago, our state was hit by historic and destructive flooding. Twenty-three people lost their lives. Homes, businesses and communities were devastated. Schools were destroyed. But today, we celebrate new hope for a brighter future,” Gov. Tomblin said. “This legislation, which I presented just days ago, represents continued progress — and I am grateful for the Legislature’s quick approval. Recovering from this tragedy will take all of us coming together. But as we are seeing again today, that’s what we do best in West Virginia.”

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On Campus

Editor's Note: Chapter updates are printed if received by the deadline. If your chapter is active and not listed, please urge them to submit an update for the next issue.

CHAPTER SPOTLIGHT:

Fortitude for Lins Barwick

Brothers of Tau chapter at Wake Forest University”

Wake Forest: The Tau chapter rallied for thir brother Lins (2nd from left, front).

ON JUNE 11, LINS BARWICK (TAU–WAKE Forest ‘15) was returning to campus after walking two female friends home when he was the victim of a robbery and was shot in the torso. “When I was shot, the bullet fractured my spine and sent a bunch of bone fragments into my spinal cord, which bruised and damaged the nerves that control my entire right leg,” Barwick said. During his recovery, the local community, Wake Forest University, and, especially, the brothers of Tau chapter rallied behind him to show their support in several different ways. Tau chapter has designed and launched a t-shirt fundraiser to help Lins and his family with medical expenses. The “Lins Strong” shirts with “IVtitude” (fortitude being a play off of Lin’s full name, Plato Collins Barwick IV) on the back have collected nearly $20,000 in funds and donations.

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Despite several surgeries and an extensive recovery, Lins encouraged his friends, family, and the community to support another cause, one that is close to his heart. Earlier this year on a premedical internship in Ghana, Lins met a young girl named Angel Komenda with cerebral palsy, and more than $26,000 has been raised for her care.

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“It was a nice way of supporting me and my recovery because it was something I could look at it and understand and look forward to implementing when I got better,” Barwick said.

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On Campus

Clemson: The men of Delta Omicron present a check of $2,000 in support of Clemson’s golf teams to Clemson head golf coach Larry Penley (right). Arkansas State Delta Eta Brother James R. “Jimmy” Lewis, Jr., ’92 passed away on June 18. Diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy at the age of 7, he was not expected to survive past the age of 11, but lived a full life to the age of 44. He was the oldest Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy patient in Arkansas, and one of the oldest in the United States at the time of his death. Fully initiated as a KA brother by Delta Eta, Mr. Lewis graduated with honors from Arkansas State, was listed in Who’s Who in American Universities, and was a member of the Order of Omega Society.

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Clemson Delta Omicron Delta Omicron was proud to donate $2,000 to the Clemson University Golf Paws organization in honor of the late Steve Bond, with the Delta Omicron officers presenting the check to longtime Clemson head golf coach Larry Penley. A class of 1980 Clemson graduate, Bond was a KA brother and a four-year letter winner in golf. The Clemson University Golf Paws organization is dedicated to funding special projects for the men’s and women’s golf teams. Bond’s wife, Margaret, is a founding board member of the organization and is very active in the Clemson community. For more information on supporting our men’s and women’s golf teams through Golf Paws, contact Ford Williams in IPTAY at 864656-0314 or at fordw@clemson.edu. – Mitchell Pennington, V

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Houston Gamma Mu Gamma Mu was among the fraternities and sororities recognized for excellence in the Spring 2016 Scholastic, Recognition, and Conduct Report of the University of Houston’s Center for Fraternity & Sorority Life. The chapter had the highest GPA among IFC fraternities on campus. We also remember Mark A. Tartaglio ’14 who passed away from injuries of being hit by a speeding truck while walking his girlfriend home. – Tabor Barbee, I Louisiana State Alpha Gamma The men of Alpha Gamma ran a very successful silent auction last semester, raising $10,720 for MDA. –Samuel Oliver, I Louisiana Tech Gamma Alpha Gamma Alpha received its second consecutive Ammen Award for Chapter Excellence, as well as several other national awards. The brothers raised $4,500 for MDA and sponsored three blood drives, which saw a total of 250

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Auburn Nu The men of Nu maintained a collaborative GPA of 2.97 last year, and were actively involved throughout the campus. We have members in the IFC and on the IFC court, working on the Plainsman newspaper, and participating in other organizations on campus, and a new incoming class of 53 members. We also raised more than $1,000 last year for MDA through special events, and plan to raise much more with our events this coming year. – Grant Benson, I

Austin Peay State Zeta Tau Drew Large ’14, Christian Harrison ’15, and Aristeo Ruiz ’14, volunteered with the Center of Service Learning & Community Engagement at a wildlife sanctuary in Georgetown, South Carolina, for their spring break vacation.

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On Campus units of blood donated. The chapter finished the school year with a 3.1 GPA, the highest GPA among fraternities at Louisiana Tech. We also held our largest Convivium ever, with nearly 200 active and alumni attendees. Gamma Alpha capped another year of growth and excellence by inducting seven more brothers into our Council of Honor, and alumnus advisor Matthew O’Neal was inducted into the White Province Court of Honor. Louisiana Tech magazine featured brothers Pete Wrzesinski ’13 and Hampton Roane ’13 in its spring “Student Spotlight” as prominent Tech students. Wrzesinski, representing the College of Applied and Natural Sciences, and Roane, representing the College of Business, were the only two Greek men selected. Gamma Alpha hosted its third consecutive Council of Honor, a program of intense study of the laws and customs of the Order that provides KAs with greater insight into The Kappa Alpha Laws and ritual. Gamma Alpha is also pleased to announce that the chapter raised more than $5,000 through a GoFundMe account for families in need following the summer floods in Louisiana. –D avid Alexander, I and Cord Simmons, V Midwestern State Gamma Omega The men of Gamma Omega have been working hard to achieve their goals in philanthropy, service hours, grades, and alumni relations, and received the Ammen Award for Chapter Excellence last spring. The chapter raised more than $1,000 for the families of the fallen officers killed in the sniper attack in Dallas in early July, selling “KA Backs the Blue” t-shirts as part of our “Back the Blue” campaign. This cause was dear to our hearts as many of our brothers are from the Dallas area, and some have family members who serve as officers or firemen. Thomas Cook ’15 coordinated this effort. – Tyler Garcia; Drew D. Dutton, V

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Tulsa: The men of Mu at MDA’s Slide the City fund-raising event. Mississippi Alpha Upsilon Philanthropy and Recruitment chair Matthew Mazzanti is now the Ole Miss Business School CEO. Wiley Killorin, Andrew Huff, and Saxon Nelson are serving on the Associate Student Body Senate. Brother Samuel Rose went on a mission trip to Peru. Brother Macklyn Hubble served on the Freshman Council, while brothers Dillon Pitts and Austin Carrol were inducted into Mortar Board, with Dillon also serving as chairman of the Elections Commission and on the Student Voice Commission. – Saxon Nelson, I Missouri Alpha Kappa Alpha Kappa brothers spent their summers in different fashions, from studying abroad in Italy and Argentina to an internship around Missouri. We’ve all returned this fall refreshed and focused on having a great year, on campus and around the community. We began the school year by gathering gently used clothes to donate to refugee families in the Kansas City area, and are looking forward to another great Mizzou homecoming pairing with the women of Gamma Phi Beta and the men of Farmhouse. With a promising class of

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new members, both the present and the future are bright for Alpha Kappa. – Trevor Young, V Missouri S&T Beta Alpha We want to give a big thanks to the men of past officer core and the active chapter for putting everything they had into the 2015–16 year. We received the following awards at Province Council this past year: Excellence in Educational Programming, Excellence in Finances, Excellence in Scholastic Achievement, Excellence in Communications, and another coveted Ammen Award for Chapter Excellence. We’ll continue to build off of these successes. We finished the spring semester with our highest GPA yet at a 3.342 as well! Quite a successful year for Beta Alpha. – Jacob Walker, V Southern Methodist Beta Lambda The men of Beta Lambda are mourning brother Kaplan James Andrew ’13, who passed away on August 24th at the age of 22 years. An Alaska native, Mr. Kaplan had lived in the Katy, Texas, area since boyhood, and graduated with honors in 2016 from SMU with a degree in finance, and was

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On Campus selected to participate in the Alternative Asset Management Program at Cox Business School.

Individual Accomplishments

Texas A&M Epsilon Delta Brother Cullen Gillaspia ’15, an inside linebacker from Katy, Texas, has been named the “12th Man” of the Texas A&M Aggies football team. – Cole Willbanks, I Tulsa Mu The brothers of Mu started off this past school year volunteering at MDA’s Slide the City event. This was incredibly fun for all those who participated, and it also served to further our working relationship with MDA. Utilizing MobileServe to track community service, the brothers of Mu performed more than 600 hours. We also hosted fun social events including a Dad’s Day. We were fortunate enough to have Cameron Price, our deputy province commander, lend a hand by offering his expertise as a BBQ cook to provide dinner for all the dads and members present. Mu was also recognized as the fraternity with the highest grades for both active members and new members. We are extremely proud of this accomplishment, and it is something we will strive to achieve this upcoming year as well. – Tim Witham, V William Jewell Alpha Delta The gentleman of Alpha Delta had another successful year academically with a 3.37 GPA. This put us at the top of all fraternities once again. We also put on another successful alumni golf tournament at Cardinal Hill Golf Course in April, which had a turnout of more than 60 players. Recruitment-wise, we had 15 freshmen sign bids, a good number considering we are a private school with about 1,000 people. – Michael McCuaig, V

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Westminster’s William Miller Selected for Wells Fargo Internship

Jeremy Villanueva ’16 was elected as treasurer of the Sam Houston State University Student Government Association for the 2016–17 academic year. Jeremy is the rechartering Number I of the Gamma Tau chapter.

William Miller ’13, current Number I, was selected out of 3,000 applicants for the nationwide Wealth and Investment Management summer internship with Wells Fargo Advisors. Miller then applied for the entry-level Analyst Program through Wells Fargo, and accepted an offer to work as a research analyst in St. Louis, beginning in July 2017.

Texas A&M’s Cullen Gillapspia Earns Football Scholarship Cullen Gillaspia ’15, a walk-on linebacker for the Texas A&M football team, was extended a scholarship by Coach Kevin Sumlin. From Katy, Texas, Cullen is a redshirt sophomore studying Environmental Geoscience. He was named to the 2015 Fall SEC Academic Honor Roll and selected by Coach Sumlin as the Twelfth Man for the 2016 season wearing jersey number twelve.

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Clemson’s Andy Teasdall Leads Football Team to Raise $12,800 for Childhood Diseases Andy Teasdall ’12, punter for the Clemson football team, helped to raise $12,800 for rare childhood diseases as the president of the Clemson chapter of Uplifting Athletes through their second annual Lift for Life event.

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Sam Houston State’s Jeremy Villanueva Elected SGA Treasurer

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A KA in inaugural class of new U.S. Army Branch ALEXANDER MOLNAR (SIGMA ALPHA–USMA ’15) IS A

graduate from the first class of U.S. Army Cyber School. He is a member of the new Cyber Branch, which is the 17th Basic Branch and the first to be established since the establishment of the Special Forces branch. He joined four other students in graduating.

Cyber Crest Symbolism: The black-and-white colors on the shield reflect the importance of digital data communications to the cyber mission. The crossed lightning bolts represent the convergence of the Electronic Warfare and Cyber Schools under one torch. The torch represents the Cyber Training Battalion’s primary mission as an educational institution.

Cyber School: Molnar, on the far right, graduated from West Point in 2015.

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Alpha Phi Maxwell E. “Max” McCaffrey ’14 had an outstanding football career at Duke University as a receiver, lettering all four seasons. After going undrafted in the 2016 NFL Draft, Max signed a rookie free agent deal with the Oakland Raiders to compete for a spot on the roster.

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Gamma Pi Lawrence R. “Larry” Burke ’74 was appointed by the Omicron Delta Kappa (O∆K) Board of Directors to serve on the O∆K National Advisory Committee. Larry, who was an O∆K Initiate at Florida Southern College Circle, will serve on the Committee for two years represent O∆K’s key constituencies—students, faculty secretaries, faculty advisors, and alumni.

Wake Forest Alumni Appointed to Greek Alumni Advisory Board Order on the newly formed Greek Alumni Advisory Board at Wake Forest University. A collaborative effort between Wake Forest’s Office of Alumni Engagement and the Division of Campus Life, the advisory board aims to serve as a bridge between alumni and the University in order to educate alumni about fraternity and sorority life today and positively influence the student experience. The board also wants to support and strengthen the role of chapter advisors, as the University recognizes chapters with strong advisers tend to make better decisions.

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Alpha Eta David Chinnery ’88 was honored by Ernst & Young as part of their Entrepreneur of the Year program for Adams Dairy Bank, which he founded and serves as President and CEO. Based in Blue Springs, Missouri, the Adams Dairy Bank associates, board members and 125 local shareholders are creating a banking-family environment by serving individuals, small- to midsize business owners, and professional corporations in the region.

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Beta Tau Harry D. Simmons, Jr., ’70 was featured as the cover story for the July 2016 edition of the Delta Business Journal. For more than 40 years, Simmons has raised catfish, and in that time, he has grown his business, Simmons Farm-Raised Catfish, to one of the largest non-governmental employers in Yazoo County. Simmons’s operation of 1,000 acres of catfish ponds provides jobs for more than 225 people. Simmons also grows corn and soybeans. In addition to his successful catfish operation, Simmons was recently named the 2016 Delta Council President.

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Gamma Chi Dan Atcheson ’65 is the author of several books on construction estimation. Recently, overall sales of his collection exceeded 202,000 copies. The various topics range from masonry, roofing, carpentry, excavation, and more.

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Alumni News Section Head BOOKS

Force in the Mountains By David Sherrill Oaks “This book is the second about my 5th great uncle and his family. To have ancestors that provided important help to the formation of the new nation is truly an honor,” says Oaks. Force in the Mountains mixes fiction with nonfiction, and family history. Force refers to Nature, pioneers, native Indian tribes, Melungeons, and the English. The pioneers, of whom the Sherrill people belonged, wanted their own government while the English wanted the pioneers to bend to their every whim and tax rules. They started their lives in America just when America was first getting known to the world. English rule resisted the American colonies’ thirst for becoming independent. Some of the settlers were loyal to the King of England while some Indian tribes also expressed a degree of loyalty to the King. These developments led to increasing tension between the settlers and the English. The Battle of Kings Mountain proved to be the turning point of the Revolution for America. Available on Amazon.com

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Leading the National Music Publishers’ Association DAVID M. ISRAELITE (ALPHA DELTA–WILLIAM Jewell ‘87) is President and CEO of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA), a position he has held since February 2005. Israelite is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the NMPA’s operations, from legal strategy and implementation to government affairs and advocacy. His tenure to date has produced landmark legal successes on behalf of publishers and groundbreaking industry collaboration in royalty rate agreements and has raised the profile of the publishing community within the music industry. He has been named to Billboard’s Power 100 multiple

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times and serves on several boards including the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Special Olympics DC. Prior to leading NMPA, Israelite held senior positions in various capacities for the U.S. government including at the Department of Justice where he was appointed Chairman of the Department’s Task Force on Intellectual Property and in the U.S. Senate where he was chief of staff for Missouri Senator Kit Bond. Israelite earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri and his undergraduate degree from William Jewell College.

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John Harris (Delta Sigma–Houston Baptist ’85) has been named CEO/President of Worldwide Partners, Inc., a global advertising and marketing communications network with more than $2.7 billion in worldwide advertising expenditures made up of 70 agencies and 4,500 employees in nearly 150 offices in more than 50 counties.

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True South “Leadership Lessons from Polar Extremes” By J. Phillips L. Johnston, J.D. (Alpha Phi–Duke ’58) Foreword by Josiah Bunting True South is uncharted territory in the world of leadership: an in-depth comparison of leadership practices that succeed and fail, observed from the petri dish of the last terrestrial frontier. Ravaged by ripping winds and miles of unspeakable peril in their epic race to claim the South Pole, famed explorers Roald Amundsen and Robert Scott are pitted against each other and the cruel Antarctic terrain, risking their lives with every step. Swept into the century-old narrative, today’s reader will discover the needed navigational tools for a lifetime of compassionate entrepreneurial leadership along the way. Available on Amazon.com

Carkuff Drafted by Toronto Blue Jays

Jared Carkuff (Zeta Tau–Austin Peay State ’16) was selected in the 35th round of the 2016 MLB draft by the Toronto Blue Jays. The 1,062nd pick overall, Carkuff was the fourth pitcher from Austin Peay State to be selected in the 2016 draft. Carkuff had a stellar career at Austin Peay State, topping it off with 63 strikeouts in 63 innings, a 6–1 record in the 2015–16 season, and a team-best 3.57 ERA.

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Courts of Honor

Locke Province Court of Honor Inductees with Court officers

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Ammen–Virginia The Samuel Zenas Ammen Province Court of Honor held an induction ceremony on Saturday, April 30, 2016, following the province council in Lexington, Virginia, at Moody Hall on post at the Virginia Military Institute. The following men were added to the Court’s roll: • Stephen E. Foster (Beta Chi–West Virginia Wesleyan ’68) • Joseph J. Collins (Epsilon Phi–George Mason ’92) • Bensley Hammon Longstreet Field (Alpha Zeta– William and Mary ’54) • George W. McCall III (Eta–Richmond ’76) • John W. Swartzwelder Jr. (Alpha Rho–West Virginia ’69)

The Howard P. Locke Province Court of Honor held an induction ceremony on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at The Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Oklahoma City during the 79th meeting of the Advisory Council. The following men were added to the Court’s roll: • Darren S. Kay (Alpha Eta–Westminster ‘88) • Benjamin W. “Ben” Satcher Jr. (Delta Omicron–Clemson ‘79 • William E. “Bill” Dreyer (Alpha Delta–William Jewell ‘57) Editor’s note: The Journal must sadly report that COL Larry Madden (Gamma Kappa–Oklahoma City ’59), preceptor of the newly re-organized Locke Court of Honor, has recently passed away. We mourn his loss and he will be listed in the next issue.

Emory’s Levy, Habitat for Humanity ReStore Volunteer of the Month

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Matthew R. Levy (Epsilon–Emory ’10) was named “ReStore Volunteer of the Month” for the Atlanta Habitat for Humanity. Matthew has been volunteering at the ReStore since May because he wanted to “give back and help the community while working with a great group of people.”

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Alumni Chapter Updates

Hammond Alumni Chapter (Louisiana)

Bowling Green Alumni Chapter (Ohio)

The Hammond Alumni Chapter has been busy this year, electing a new board for 2016–18. They are as follows: President Matthew Rousseau, Vice President Trey Roth, Secretary Nick Mayer, and Treasurer Gerard Laborde. We also established a new scholarship named the Gerard Laborde Armed Forces Scholarship, which is available to active or alumni veterans within our chapter who are in good standing and currently full-time in school. Over the summer brothers Richard Briseno and Gerard Laborde were inducted into the prestigious Court of Honor. And congratulations are in order for Cliff Lloyd, Cameron Crockett, Briscoe Brown, Peyton Rice, Chad Ritch, and Matt Alombro on the birth of their children. We have a few future legacies now! We look forward to continuing to serve our community and the Order.

The Bowling Green Alumni Chapter held Convivium last February in the city of Bowling Green, Ohio, the sixth alumni Convivium that was organized and hosted by alumni. During this Convivium, John Wallace was honored and recognized as a member of the Military Division of Kappa Alpha Order. The alumni chapter is currently organizing the next Convivium in Bowling Green, for January 2017. Also, last July the alumni chapter hosted “KA Day in BG,” a Saturday celebration that included golf in the morning, a tour of the new Greek village at Bowling Green State University in the afternoon, and a social gathering in the evening. “KA Day in BG” had a good turnout and there are plans to hold this event again in 2017.

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Texas A&MCommerce Alumni Chapter (Texas) The Texas A&M-Commerce Alumni Chapter held its annual alumni golf tournament in May at Buffalo Creek Golf Club in the Dallas suburb of Rockwall, Texas. As always, the tournament was the site of an outstanding day of brotherhood, with approximately 100 brothers, ranging from active members to charter members, participating. The event included a Calcutta raffle and auction that raised more than $5,000 for the alumni and active chapters. Photos can be seen on our Facebook page at facebook.com/groups/KA.gamma. upsilon/photos/. Gamma Upsilon Chapter joined the Order in 1960 from the Paragon Social Club at East Texas State University, now known as Texas A&M University-Commerce. Gamma Upsilon welcomes alumni from other chapters to participate in next year’s tournament in May 2017. For more information, contact Josh Shaul at Josh_KA@Hotmail.com. Left: KA brothers of all ages attended the Gamma Upsilon alumni chapter’s annual golf tournament in suburban Dallas.

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Above: KA brothers (from left) Daniel Humphrey, Jon Labbe, Andy Alt, Kyle Wilber, Brandon Mitchell, Kevin Hughes, Brian Shoman, Roland Gabriel, Jr., and Jon Dinan at “KA Day in BG.”

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ANNUAL REPORT

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THE 2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE

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125

Membership up

25%

7,900

Active and Provisional Chapters

in past decade

Active Members

FUNDING FOR LEADERSHIP EDUCATION NUMBER I’S LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY

Premier education for every single Number I at the beginning of his term, free to all chapters (more than 120 attendees)

Summer leadership program for our next general chapter leaders (300 attendees)

ENHANCED PROVINCE COUNCILS

Total membership development program blending online and in person learning (40 chapters)

Regional leadership education for each set of nine chapter officers (more than 1,000 attendees)

THE CRUSADE

KAOEF

PRIMARY INITIATIVES

FOREVER KA $18.65 per month, consistent giving program for younger alumni 1865 TRUST Planned gift society, minimum gift $10,000 LEADERSHIP FUND KA’s annual fund for all alumni which supports the continuous needs of the Order

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

More than $1 million awarded over the past 12 years INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Annually selects five undergraduates for the opportunity to live & work in Washington, DC for eight weeks during the summer (60 men have been placed in DC since inception)

2015-2016 Total Funds Raised

$1,378,707.17

Cost of college is up

221%

over 4 decades Societal pressures are stronger than ever

2015-2016 # of donations

4,611

2015-2016 # of donors

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CRIMSON & GOLD SOCIETY The most exclusive donor club, $1,000 annually unrestricted

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FUNDING FOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS

HIGHER EDUCATION

Founded in 1982 “To raise funds for the benefit of the Order”

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’16 Reaves

CHAIRMAN & PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

Todd D. Reaves (Nu–Auburn ’89)

Derick S. Close (Alpha Omega– North Carolina State ’78)

TREASURER

KNIGHT COMMANDER

Kay

Liles

Malcolm H. Liles (Gamma– Georgia ’71)

Dreyer

Estes

Darren S. Kay (Alpha Eta– Westminster ’88)

Harris TRUSTEES

Julian

McDowell

Paulin

William E. Dreyer (Alpha Delta– William Jewell ’57)

Eugene M. Julian (Beta Epsilon– Delaware ’63)

James R. Estes (Alpha Kappa– Missouri ’60)

J. Coleman McDowell Jr. (Gamma Chi–Texas Tech ’78)

Stumpy Harris (Beta Zeta– Florida ’57)

Simmons

Warren

C. Douglas Simmons III (Beta Tau– Mississippi State ’95) Hon. David M. Warren (Tau– Wake Forest ’78)

Michael V. Paulin (Beta Sigma– Southern California ’60)

Larry Stanton Wiese, Secretary

Loren Q. Hanson (Alpha Kappa– Missouri ’50) * deceased

Dr. Idris R. Traylor Jr. (Gamma Chi– Texas Tech ’70)

Wiese LIFE TRUSTEES Timothy Killen Adams (Epsilon–Emory ’57)

Adams

Bowers

Taylor

Traylor

Dr. James L. Bowers (Beta Omega– Washington College ’57)

Hanson

Jack R. Taylor (Beta Iota– Drury ’50)

STAFF

Satcher

Larry Stanton Wiese (Gamma Omega– Midwestern State ’87), Executive Director

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Ben W. Satcher Jr. (Delta Omicron– Clemson ’79), Former Knight Commander & Chief Development Officer

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Andrew P. Carr (Epsilon Iota–Texas State ’00), Director of Development

Aaron D. Masey Director of Annual Giving and Stewardship

Nicholas S. Palmer (Delta Lambda– Middle Tennessee State ’04), Director of Development

Rebecca Moore Foundation Assistant

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Trustees & Staff | Ways To Give Back

5 Ways to Give Back to Kappa Alpha Order

CASH GIFTS

The most convenient and frequently used method of supporting the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation (KAOEF) is a gift of cash – personal check, credit card authorization or money order – made payable to the KAOEF and mailed to P.O. Box 1865, Lexington, VA 24450. Online donation can also be made through the KAOEF website (www.kaoef.org).

APPRECIATED SECURITIES

A gift of your appreciated stocks, bonds or mutual fund shares is an ideal way support the KAOEF. The educational programs of the Order will benefit f om your support and you will receive a tax deduction for your contributions. In addition, transferring the securities prior to liquidation will help you avoid capital gains taxes. Please contact the KAOEF for personal assistance with the transfer of assets of this type.

REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY

Your real estate and other marketable personal items can be given to the KAOEF an outright gift. For tax purposes, the contributor may deduct the fair market value of the real estate. Items of personal property must be related to the KAOEF’s purpose and function to be fully deductible. For example, a brother can donate a percentage interest in a building to the KAOEF that can be sold and the proceeds would be directed to the KAOEF.

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PLANNED GIVING

The KAOEF has benefited greatly from planned gifts from members of the 1865 Trust and other planned giving. Inclusion of the KAOEF in your will or trust should reference KAOEF, P.O. Box 1865, Lexington, VA 24450. Please visit www.kaoef. org/giving or contact the KAOEF directly for further information.

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Contact Us: Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation 115 Liberty Hall Road P.O. Box 1865 Lexington, Virginia 24450 Phone: (540) 463-1865 Fax: (540) 463-2140 foundation@ka-order.org www.kaoef.org

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Many corporations will match gifts the KAOEF. If you or your spouse works for one of these organizations, your gift could multiply. Please ask your human resources office i your company provides matching gifts to charitable organizations. If so, please ask your employer for the proper form to include with your gift. You may also visit www.kaoef.org/giving or contact the KAOEF for assistance in determining if your employer offers a matching gifts program.

The Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation (KAOEF), a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, was created in 1981 to promote the education of undergraduate and graduate students in academic improvement, leadership, alcohol and substance abuse prevention and other general educational areas. The KAOEF receives no government funding but provides a vehicle for tax-deductible contributions from alumni and friends to be made in support of KA. With these gifts, the KAOEF helps underwrite a number of educational programs to the benefit o the Order.

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ASSETS 2016

Financials

a. c. d. a. e.

Condensed Statements of Financial Position

LIABILITIES 2016

June 30, 2016 and 2015

Assets: a. Cash and Cash Equivalents b. Investment Income Receivable c. Prepaid Expenses d. Receivable from Affiliates e. Contributions Receivable f. Land, Buildings, and Equipment g. Long Term Investments h. Assets Held in Trust i. Other Assets TOTAL ASSETS

Liabilities a. Accounts Payable b. Notes Payable c. Accrued Expenses d. Annuity Obligation e. Payable to Affiliates f. Deferred Revenue

2015 $ 344,581 33,739 12,809 239,981 2,495,735 6,170,668 52,115

$ 9,349,628

2016* $ 79,564 - 39,005 16,798 45,818 2,623,692 6,323,625 - 61,842 $ 9,190,344

$ 6,231 21,794 240,523 235,527 10,000

$ 20,118 24,670 101,302 83,162 10,000

TOTAL LIABILITIES

$ 514,075

$ 239,252

Net Assets: Unrestricted Net Assets Temporarily Restricted Net Assets Permanently Restricted Net Assets

1,494,776 614,956 6,566,537

1,694,493 1,096,851 6,319,032

TOTAL NET ASSETS

$ 8,676,269

$ 9,110,376

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

$ 9,190,344

$ 9,349,628

e. f. c.

REVENUES 2016

a. d. c. b. e.

EXPENSES 2016

*unaudited Comprehensive annual audited financial statements are available on written request to the Executive Director at the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation.

a. f. g. h. d.

221,510 311,080 244,845 325,336 167,736 44,540 35,300

b. c.

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Condensed Statements of Activities For the years ending June 30, 2016 and 2015 Unrestricted Activities: Revenues: a. Contributions b. Investment Income c. Rental Income d. Other Income e. Restrictions Released

2016*

$ 611,720 61,890 49,390 19,642 583,408

TOTAL UNRESTRICTED REVENUES

2015

$ 408,982 61,134 44,900 16,595 942,856

$ 1,326,050

$ 1,474,467

Expenses: a. Program Support Awarded $ 221,510 $ 92,483 b. Salaries and Benefits 311,080 284,504 c. Occupancy Expenses 244,845 212,739 d. Fundraising Expenses 325,336 340,184 f. Administrative Expenses 167,736 171,145 g. Professional Services 44,540 41,883 h. Scholarships Awarded 35,300 27,525 i. Uncollectible Pledges - TOTAL EXPENSES

$ 1,350,347

$ 1,170,463

$ (24,297) (175,745)

$ 304,004 30,500

CHANGE IN UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS

$ (200,042)

$ 334,504

$ 160,976 (59,139) (583,408)

$ 555,397 (13,116) (942,856)

$ (481,571)

(400,575)

Permanently Restricted Activities: Contributions Investment Gain / (Loss)

$ 253,707 (6,201)

$ 94,713 (47,456)

CHANGE IN PERMANENTLY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS

$ 247,506

$ 47,257

Change in Net Assets Net Assets at Beginning of Year

$ (434,107) 9,110,376

$ (18,814) 9,129,190

$ 8,676,269

$ 9,110,376

Temporarily Restricted Activities: Contributions Investment Income Restricted Released CHANGE IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS

NET ASSETS AT END OF YEAR

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Operating Revenue Minus Expenses Non-operating Income / (Expenses)

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Chapter Endowment Fund Accounts

ESTABLISHED AND ENDOWED AS OF 6/30/2016 Alabama–Alpha Beta Delware–Beta Epsilon Duke–Alpha Phi Florida–Beta Zeta Florida State–Gamma Eta Georgia Tech–Alpha Sigma Larry F. Robb Chapter Endowment Account for Midwestern State– Gamma Omega Louisiana State–Alpha Gamma Memphis–Gamma Gamma Mississippi–Alpha Upsilon Missouri–Alpha Kappa Missouri S&T–Beta Alpha Missouri Southern State–Delta Pi North Carolina–Upsilon Oklahoma–Beta Eta Univ. of the South–Alpha Alpha Southern Methodist– Beta Lambda Tennessee-Martin–Delta Upsilon Texas State–Epsilon Iota Tulsa–Mu Westminster–Alpha Eta

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In keeping with the KAOEF’s mission and obligations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the distributions from each specific chapter endowment account, once the account has reached $10,000, will be used to benefit the local chapter and/or active members and must satisfy the IRS Code for educational purposes only.

SUBJECT TO CHANGE, THE DISTRIBUTIONS MAY BE USED FOR:

• Purchase of chapter computer equipment, software, and/or internet wiring for educational purposes • Residential educational advisor lodging/stipend • Establishment of educational areas in chapter facilities • Educational percentage of national training travel expenses and registration fees • Scholarships (tuition payments) and academic expenses (books, fees, equipment)

ESTABLISHED AS OF 6/30/2016 Appalachian State–Delta Psi Arkansas–Alpha Omicron Arkansas–Forth Smith–Zeta Rho Auburn–Nu Austin Peay State–Zeta Tau Baylor–Delta Omega Bowling Green State–Zeta Lambda Centenary–Alpha Iota Citadel–Theta Commission Clemson–Delta Omicron Delta State–Delta Beta Drury–Beta Iota East Carolina–Gamma Rho Eastern Kentucky–Delta Mu Elon–Epsilon Mu Emory–Epsilon Florida Gulf Coast–Zeta Pi Francis Marion–Delta Tau Furman–Iota Georgia–Gamma Georgia College–Epsilon Nu Georgia Southern–Delta Theta George Washington–Alpha Nu Hampden-Sydney–Alpha Tau Houston Baptist–Delta Sigma Indiana State–Zeta Iota

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Jacksonville State–Delta Phi Kentucky–Theta Lamar–Gamma Xi Louisiana Tech–Gamma Alpha Louisiana-Monroe–Gamma Nu Maryland–Beta Kappa Mercer–Kappa Miami–Epsilon Lambda Middle Tennessee State–Delta Lambda Millsaps–Alpha Mu Mississippi State–Beta Tau Newberry–Delta Epsilon North Carolina State–Alpha Omega North Carolina-Charlotte–Epsilon Xi North Florida–Zeta Nu North Texas–Gamma Lambda Northern Arizona–Epsilon Tau Northwestern State–Gamma Psi Oklahoma City–Gamma Kappa Oklahoma State–Beta Xi Old Dominion–Delta Gamma Richmond–Eta Roanoke–Beta Rho Sam Houston State–Gamma Tau South Carolina–Rho Southeastern Louisiana–Epsilon Kappa

Southern California–Beta Sigma Southern Mississippi–Gamma Zeta Southwestern–Xi Stephen F. Austin State–Delta Kappa Tennessee Tech–Zeta Epsilon Texas–Omicron Texas A&M–Epsilon Delta Texas A&M-Commerce–Gamma Upsilon Texas Tech–Gamma Chi Texas-Arlington–Delta Iota Transylvania–Alpha Theta Univ. of Washington–Zeta Mu Valdosta State–Delta Rho Virginia Tech–Epsilon Eta Virginia Wesleyan–Epsilon Omicron VMI–Beta Commission Wake Forest–Tau Washington & Lee–Alpha Washington College–Beta Omega West Georgia–Zeta Kappa West Texas A&M–Gamma Sigma West Virginia–Alpha Rho Western Carolina–Delta Alpha Western Kentucky–Epsilon Theta William Jewell–Alpha Delta

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Chapter Endowment Fund Accounts | Scholarships

Scholarships The KAOEF Scholarship Program remains an important benefit to members of Kappa Alpha Order. As a primary focus of the KAOEF, these academic, merit and needsbased scholarships serve as an inspiration for excellence inside and out of the classroom and oftentimes prove the difference in whether recipients can continue their undergraduate or graduate education. In April 2016, the KAOEF was very pleased to award 91 academic scholarships totaling more than $60,000 to undergraduate and graduate Johnson, Jonathan Edward

THE KAOEF IS PROUD TO CONGRATULATE AND HONOR THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:

ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON

Major, Jr., John James

GAMMA EPSILON SCHOLARSHIP JOHN R. BERRYMAN SCHOLARSHIP

ARIZONA STATE– EPSILON OMEGA

Hill, Ronald Christopher

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

Krumenacker, Kyle Moran

SAMUEL Z. AMMEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

McCarty, Zachary Jordan

JAMES D. HUNTER SCHOLARSHIP THOMAS G. PAULSON II SCHOLARSHIP GEORGE O'MARA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP VANCE E. RULE SCHOLARSHIP

Roberts, David Van Dette

COL. DAVID M. BUIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

ARKANSAS–ALPHA OMICRON

Anthony, Cole Alexander FOUNDERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

AUSTIN PEAY STATE–ZETA TAU

Evans, Bennett Russell

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

Gloss, Joshua Michael

Helms, James Maxwell

ROBERT E. LEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Honea, Ryan Blake

COL. DAVID M. BUIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Large, Robert Drew

VERNON & MARION PIPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Ruiz, Aristeo Skyy

KAOEF SCHOLARSHIP WILLIAM C. MORROW, JR., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Shannon, Dominik Alan

ANDREW R. EICHHOFF, JR., SCHOLARSHIP WILLIAM L. MEIER SCHOLARSHIP HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

JOHN & PAULINA T. BEALL SCHOLARSHIP HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

Warren, Jake Wesley

Young, Trevor Logan

MERCER–KAPPA

MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI

Weaver, George Dallas

MARSHALL JAMES DONATHAN, JR., SCHOLARSHIP JOHN W. NOWELL SCHOLARSHIP VANCE E. RULE SCHOLARSHIP

ELON–EPSILON MU

Flood, IV, Robert McIntyre

WILLIAM C. MORROW, JR., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA

Duval, Jacob Carl

ROBERT W. WOODRUFF SCHOLARSHIP DR. JOSEPH G. WEBSTER SCHOLARSHIP

McMillin, Trevor Daley

CRAWFORD PROVINCE SCHOLARSHIP KIM WELLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP COL. DAVID M. BUIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

JACKSONVILLE STATE– DELTA PHI

Williams, John Caleb

W. E. DUNWOODY PROVINCE SCHOLARSHIP HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

ROBERT W. MAUPIN SCHOLARSHIP

COL. DAVID R. WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP

Muldrew, Daniel Thomas

Prater, Darren Phillip

VERNON & MARION PIPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Oncken, Dylan James

EAST CAROLINA–GAMMA RHO

IRBY TURNER III SCHOLARSHIP IDRIS R. TRAYLOR, JR., SCHOLARSHIP JOHN PAUL RECTOR SCHOLARSHIP

MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA

Cates, Chris Allan

Fousch, Andrew Joseph

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Waterworth, Gregory Lee

MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA

HART/HEATH/SIMS/WATERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP JULIAN A. PARDINI SCHOLARSHIP

DR. JOSEPH G. WEBSTER SCHOLARSHIP

Killorin, III, Edward Wylly

MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA

CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA

KENNESAW STATE–ZETA CHI

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

JACK R. TAYLOR SCHOLARSHIP HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

WILLIAM C. MORROW, JR., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP LYNCH - APPLEGATE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA

Warren, Brian Michael

MARK A. ROBB SCHOLARSHIP JAMES D. ROESSLER SCHOLARSHIP JAY CLAUDE CONRAD SCHOLARSHIP

MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU

Connelly, Sean Peter

BRUCE D. STAFFORD / WALTER M. JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP COL. DAVID M. BUIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Kirby, Edwin Close

HUNTER W. HENRY SCHOLARSHIP EMMETT LEE IRWIN SCHOLARSHIP VERNON & MARION PIPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP VANCE E. RULE SCHOLARSHIP

MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON

Biggs, David Graham

DICK WILSON SCHOLARSHIP VERNON & MARION PIPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Ford, Jr., David Roland

FRED W. DISMUKE SCHOLARSHIP DR. BOLLING S. DUBOSE, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

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NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON

Velilla, Davis McKinnley

TEXAS–OMICRON

Maney, Noah Lee

HARRY TRUEBLOOD SCHOLARSHIP

TRANSYLVANIA–ALPHA THETA

Parker, Matthew Scott

COL. DAVID M. BUIE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

TULSA–MU

Benes, Jeremiah James

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

Garrison, Carter Douglas

THE CAIN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP JAY CLAUDE CONRAD SCHOLARSHIP IDRIS R. TRAYLOR, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

E. FLEMING MASON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP CHARLES W. MCCRARY SCHOLARSHIP

VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO

NORTH CAROLINAWILMINGTON–EPSILON PSI

WASHINGTON COLLEGE–BETA OMEGA

King, Trenton Williamson

Mercando, Jason Paul

HUGH COMER SCHOLARSHIP WILLIAM C. MORROW, JR., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP JULIAN A. PARDINI SCHOLARSHIP

NORTHERN ARIZONA– EPSILON TAU

White, Kevin Robert

JULIAN A. PARDINI SCHOLARSHIP

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

Newby, Jason

VERNER & MILDRED MCCALL SCHOLARSHIP THOMAS G. PAULSON II SCHOLARSHIP

TENNESSEE–PI

Davis, Benjamin Reese

CHARLIE R. ASHFORD SCHOLARSHIP CHARLES W. MCCRARY SCHOLARSHIP STEWART TURLEY SCHOLARSHIP

TEXAS A&M–EPSILON DELTA

Smith, Spencer Douglas

LUKE PATTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Talley, George T

KNIGHTS OF ARLINGTON SCHOLARSHIP

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP WILLIAM C. MORROW, JR., MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– BETA CHI

Waters, Robert Andrew

HARRY J. BREITHAUPT, JR., SCHOLARSHIP

WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA

Harrison, Clayton Michael

ROBERT E. LEE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP HENRY G. TILLER, JR., SCHOLARSHIP JOHN PAUL RECTOR SCHOLARSHIP

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER

Fellows, Holden Edward

MULBERRY HILL SCHOLARSHIP

KAPPAALPHAORDER.ORG

MONROE CLARK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP DR. JAMES SAMMONS SCHOLARSHIP JESSE & LALA SAMMONS SCHOLARSHIP

VERNON & MARION PIPER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Kappa Alpha brothers and friends. Scholarship applications for the 2017–18 academic year are available online at www.kaoef.org or www. kappaalphaorder.org. All application materials must be received by January 31, 2017, at 11:59 pm EST. For further questions, please contact Becky Moore at the National Administrative Office by phone at (540) 463-1865 or e-mail bmoore@ka-order.org.

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Day of Giving

“KA Gives — A day of giving” was organized by the KAOEF to reach as many KAs as possible on the actual day of the Order’s 150th founding anniversary. Alumni and friends of the Order, and even active members and chapters, were encouraged and competed to give in honor of their chapters. The final listing of total donations in honor of chapters, and total number of donors per chapter is as follows:

• Success and closure on December 21, 2015 • First day of giving ranks as one of the top fund-raising events in KAOEF history • Join us for the second annual Day of Giving on December 21, 2016.

CHAPTER

TOTAL $

# DONORS

CHAPTER

TOTAL $

# DONORS

Alabama

Alpha Beta

1,460.00

Georgia College

Epsilon Nu

100.00

Appalachian State

Delta Psi

364.38

Georgia Southern

Delta Theta

2,115.00

Arizona

Gamma Epsilon

889.40

Georgia Tech

Alpha Sigma

1,943.65

Arkansas State

Delta Eta

50.00

Hampden-Sydney

Alpha Tau

100.00

Arkansas Tech

Epsilon Zeta

5,200.00

High Point

Zeta Tau

810.38

Auburn

6,435.27 8

Baylor

Delta Omega

Bethany

Beta Beta

Houston Baptist

Delta Sigma

250.00

550.00

Indiana State

Zeta Iota

150.00

1,000.00

Jacksonville State

Delta Phi

395.00

James Madison

Zeta Theta

10.00

100.00

50.00

Birmingham-Southern Phi

245.00

Bowling Green State

Zeta Lambda

385.10

James Madison

Zeta Zeta

California

Alpha Xi

150.00

Johns Hopkins

Alpha Lambda

1,000.00

Kentucky

Theta

125.00

Lambuth

Gamma Omicron

Louisiana State

Alpha Gamma

250.00

1,327.20

California State-Bakersfield Epsilon Upsilon California-Riverside

Epsilon Epsilon

Campbell

Provisional

Centenary

Alpha Iota

Charleston

Beta Gamma

Citadel

Theta Commission

Clemson

Delta Omicron

9,320.34

Davidson

Sigma

Delaware

Beta Epsilon

Delta State

Delta Beta

Drury

80.00 3

700.65 8 1,275.00

175.00

Louisiana Tech

Gamma Alpha

155.95

Louisiana-Lafayette

Gamma Phi

100.00

2,050.00

Louisiana-Monroe

Gamma Nu

1,080.77

Marshall

Beta Upsilon

Maryland

Beta Kappa

McNeese State

75.00 3

628.75

1,038.65

Delta Xi

100.00

Memphis

Gamma Gamma

328.65

275.00

1,996.32

Beta Iota

100.00

Mercer

Kappa

818.65 8

Duke

Alpha Phi

405.00

Miami

Epsilon Lambda

210.10

East Carolina

Gamma Rho

532.50

Miami (FL)

Gamma Theta

65.00

East Tennessee State

Delta Delta

75.00

Middle Tennessee State

Delta Lambda

556.02

Eastern Kentucky

Delta Mu

625.00

Midwestern State

Gamma Omega

8,587.95

Elon

Epsilon Mu

25.00

Millsaps

Alpha Mu

2,490.00

Emory

Epsilon

Mississippi

Alpha Upsilon

Florida

Beta Zeta

Florida Gulf Coast

Zeta Pi

Florida Southern

Gamma Pi

Florida State

Gamma Eta

Francis Marion

Delta Tau

Furman

Iota

Georgetown Georgia

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443.65 7

14,526.85

9 15

12,517.85

Mississippi State

Beta Tau

1,454.40

664.40

Missouri

Alpha Kappa

1,925.00

50.00

Missouri S&T

Beta Alpha

4,427.90

5,207.76

Missouri Southern State

Delta Pi

800.00

400.00

Missouri State

Gamma Beta

525.00 7

New Mexico

Beta Phi

Beta Delta

325.00

Newberry

Delta Epsilon

Gamma

625.00 7

North Carolina

Upsilon

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50.00

150.00

1,977.20

746.33

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923

unique donors

$132,792.38 $50,092.55 $182,884.93 unrestricted raised

CHAPTER

TOTAL $

restricted raised

# DONORS

North Carolina State

Alpha Omega

North Carolina-Charlotte

Epsilon Xi

North Florida

Zeta Nu

North Texas

Gamma Lambda

Northern Arizona

Epsilon Tau

Northwestern State

Gamma Psi

Oglethorpe

Beta Nu

Oklahoma

Beta Eta

745.63

Oklahoma City

Gamma Kappa

85.00

Oklahoma State

Beta Xi

1,257.20

Old Dominion

Delta Gamma

Presbyterian

Beta Pi

Purdue

Epsilon Rho

Randolph-Macon Zeta

total raised

CHAPTER

TOTAL $ 50.00

# DONORS

1,873.75

Texas A&M-Commerce

Gamma Upsilon

672.20

Texas State

Epsilon Iota

52.02

Texas Tech

Gamma Chi

2,569.80

Texas Weslyan

Zeta Xi

10.99

Texas-Arlington

Delta Iota

75.00

Transylvania

Alpha Theta

195.00

Tulane

Psi

Tulsa

355.99 12

Univ. of the South

Alpha Alpha

608.30

USNA

Sigma Beta Commission 150.00

750.39

4,000.00

68.65

957.20

1,187.55

300.00 2

750.00

Valdosta State

Delta Rho

924.74

1,483.00

Vanderbilt

Chi

203.75 4

75.00

Virginia Tech

Epsilon Eta

VMI

Beta Commission

Wake Forest

Tau

Univ. of Washington

Zeta Mu

650.00 6

3 29

732.20

78.75

816.42

2,795.00

25.00

Eta

Roanoke

Beta Rho

1,257.89

Washington & Lee

Alpha

Rollins

Alpha Psi

200.00

Washington College

Beta Omega

Sam Houston State

Gamma Tau

250.00

Washington Univ.

Beta Theta

San Diego State

Gamma Iota

250.00

West Florida

Epsilon Sigma

135.00

San Jose State

Gamma Delta

125.00

West Georgia

Zeta Kappa

107.20

South Carolina

Rho

835.00

West Texas A&M

Gamma Sigma

524.75

Southeastern Louisiana

Epsilon Kappa

18.65

West Virginia

Alpha Rho

650.00

Southern California

Beta Sigma

668.65

West Virginia Wesleyan

Beta Chi

600.00

Southern Illinois

Zeta Sigma

20.23

Western Carolina

Delta Alpha

954.00

Southern Indiana

Zeta Omicron

102.02

Western Kentucky

Epsilon Theta

Southern Methodist

Beta Lambda

824.40

Westminster

Alpha Eta

Southern Mississippi

Gamma Zeta

450.00

William & Mary

Alpha Zeta

Southwestern

450.00 3

William Jewell

Alpha Delta

Stanford

Alpha Pi

6,950.00

Wofford

Delta

2,650.00 6

Stephen F. Austin State

Delta Kappa

1,607.20

Tennessee

110.99 3

KAOEF

No Chapter Assigned

5,630.77

Tennessee-Martin

Delta Upsilon

400.00

Mikell/Walsh Court of Honor

250.00

Texas

Omicron

415.00 4

Texas A&M

Epsilon Delta

150.00

Totals

182,884.93

950

620.00 7

4 1

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490.00

5,793.53

225.00

15,467.20

KAPPAALPHAORDER.ORG

Alpha Epsilon

Richmond

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616.50 2,430.40

Rhodes

15.00

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Bleed Crimson – Give Gold The Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation’s most exclusive donor-giving club, the Crimson & Gold Society recognizes brothers and friends of the Order who make unrestricted contributions of $1,000 or more during a fiscal year. Funding received through this society allows the KAOEF to provide grants to support the leadership education programs undertaken by Kappa Alpha Order. Membership in the Crimson & Gold Society signifies one’s own commitment to our long-standing belief that as men of Kappa Alpha, it is incumbent on us to do our duty and remain loyal KA brothers throughout our lives. It is the hope of the KAOEF Board of Trustees and staff, that this exclusive society continues to attract alumni and friends of KA who recognize and understand the importance of supporting our 8,000 undergraduate active members.

EXCLUSIVE MEMBER BENEFITS:

• Special recognition in the KAOEF Annual Report • Crimson & Gold Society lapel pin for first-time member • Special gift in recognition of membership each year • Access to the Crimson & Gold Society membership roster • Annual Crimson & Gold Society event

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George Merrill Jones III LO#385 Ken D. Tidwell Hugh P. Whitehead APPALACHIAN STATE–DELTA PSI

R. Craig Cass LO#2700 Wyatt T. Dixon III LO#2829 ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON

Scott W. Humphrey LO#1140 ARKANSAS TECH–EPSILON ZETA

E.L. Scott McLain LO#3104 AUBURN–NU

Henry H. Beckwith LO#346 James H. Dowling Jr. Stumpy Harris LO#919 John K. Roberts Edward G. Sullivan Esq. LO#1393 FLORIDA GULF COAST–ZETA PI

Anthony M. Graziani

FLORIDA SOUTHERN–GAMMA PI

COL Guy D. Colado LO#1832 James C. France FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA

L. Blair Bailey LO#84 Joseph A. Caimano William G. Smith Jr.

BAYLOR–DELTA OMEGA

FRANCIS MARION–DELTA TAU

BIRMINGHAM-SOUTHERN–PHI

William B. Reed LO#520 CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI

Gerald C. Down LO#2293

Timothy Killen Adams LO#326 Dr. L. Adolph Casal Walter Mabry Deriso Jr. James L. Ferman Jr. LO#185

James D. Kay Jr. LO#2147 Todd D. Reaves LO#1315

CALIFORNIA STATE– EPSILON UPSILON

James C. Musser

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA

Lawrence S. Branch LO#1262

Join these men, members as of June 30, 2016, and show your commitment to our Order’s mission by going to www.kaoef.org/donate and make your $1,000 unrestricted donation today; or mail a check to: KAOEF 115 Liberty Hall Rd. Lexington, VA 24450, or online at KAcrimsonandgold.com

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SOCIETY

BETHANY–BETA BETA

• 2013 Alamo Hall, on the grounds of the Alamo, San Antonio, Texas • 2014 The Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, N.C. • 2015 Sesquicentennial Celebration & 76th Convention, Hotel Roanoke Crystal Ball Room, Roanoke, Va. • 2016 Carolina Yacht Club, Charleston, S.C. • 2017 77th Convention, St. Louis, Mo.

EASTERN KENTUCKY–DELTA MU EMORY–EPSILON

Keven Brelsford Caldarera Robert D. Fletcher LO#1317

CRIMSON & GOLD SOCIETY EVENTS:

CRIMSON & GOLD

Clifford F. Loader LO#1157 CITADEL–THETA COMMISSION

LCDR Edward John Derst III, USCGR Ret. CPT Ronald C. Plunkett LO#2241 CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON

Fred W. Faircloth III LO#1416 David A. Pattillo H. Hall Provence III LO#1524 Benjamin W. Satcher Jr. LO#17 DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON

Eugene M. Julian LO#1239 Michael D. Wedlick RCDD LO#580

Ted Maness William H. Skipper Jr. LO#2380 FURMAN–IOTA

C. Tucker Moore LO#1278 James M. Ney LO#2361 GEORGIA–GAMMA

Calvin S. Hopkins III LO#2548 Malcolm H. Liles LO#342 John W. Walden Jr. GEORGIA SOUTHERN–DELTA THETA

T. Draper Watson LO#1348

GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA

William Hand Allen LO#795 James L. Herrin LO#3050 Edward Lawrence Kelly LO#1336 James L. Oliver II

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY–ALPHA TAU

Raymond B. Bottom Jr. LO#687 W. Birch Douglass III LO#2521 HOUSTON BAPTIST–DELTA SIGMA

Dr. Joel A. Nickles LO#1641

JACKSONVILLE STATE–DELTA PHI

DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA

Marcus E. Angle Jr. LO#1082 Stephen J. Lafollette LO#2330

DUKE–ALPHA PHI

JOHNS HOPKINS–ALPHA LAMBDA

Eddie S. Wilson LO#228

Richard R. Crosier LO#433 Alexander B. Feinberg Raymond A. Jones III LO#3334 James J. Kiser III Edwin F. Payne Roy O. Rodwell Jr. LO#2749

Francis E. Gardiner Jr. LO#1941 KENTUCKY–THETA

Gary A. Smith Sr. LO#3313 LAMBUTH–GAMMA OMICRON

Dan H. Akin LO#2549

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Crimson & Gold Society * deceased LOUISIANA STATE–ALPHA GAMMA

Dr. James R. Andrews B. Terry W. Bennett LO#1133 Gregory M. Eaton LO#553 Jake L. Netterville LO#1579 T. Michael Stanberry LO#1773

LOUISIANA TECH–GAMMA ALPHA

Donald O'Neal LO#2815 Erik T. Showalter LO#884

LOUISVILLE–BETA OMICRON

Robert M. Bouse LO#729

MISSOURI STATE–GAMMA BETA

NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON

L. Charles Banks Jr. LO#2690 L. Wayne Pearson Sr. LO#1077

NORTH TEXAS–GAMMA LAMBDA

Thomas B. McGee LO#1050 MCNEESE STATE–DELTA XI

MG Donald R. Gardner USMC LO#2192 S. Morgan Morton Jr. Gregory R. Singleton LO#184 MERCER–KAPPA

King V. Aiken Jr. LO#99 B. Sandford Birdsey III LO#3178 R. M. Warren III LO#2453 MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA

Bruce Benes LO#1234 Michael D. Fox LO#3147 Ryan D. McKillen

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA

Nicholas S. Palmer LO#1864 S. Todd Shelton LO#23 Dr. Gary Gribble Wiser Jr., EdD LO#254 MIDWESTERN STATE–GAMMA OMEGA

James M. Croley LO#1561 Edwin Bryan Gentle Rock N. Houstoun LO#961 STANFORD–ALPHA PI

William J. Hagenah LO#1155 James Parker Myerson LO#3090 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA

WEST TEXAS A&M–GAMMA SIGMA

TEXAS–OMICRON

WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN–BETA CHI

Charles Randolph Gentz LO#2816

Eric English Norman C. George LO#2672 James D. McBride III William M. Thacker Jr. LO#1757

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

Dr. Jason E. Drake Christopher S. Hoppe Harold F. MacDowell Jr. LO#213 Harry H. Phillips Jr. LO#1879 William C. Routh LO#1418

TEXAS STATE–EPSILON IOTA

William R. Bolen Nicholus L. Bravo Andrew P. Carr LO#2993 Scott D. Carter Dillon J. Cheverere Ross W. Newberry Blake M. Perdue D. Mitchell Sheaffer LO#41 L. Don Stricklin W. Madison Wickham LO#3024

OKLAHOMA CITY–GAMMA KAPPA

1LT David O. Beal LO#3307 Steve C. Knight LO#1147 OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI

Kent T. Chapin LO#1258 Sam O. Leake Jr. LO#21

OLD DOMINION–DELTA GAMMA

William E. Lobeck Jr

TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI

Dr. William G. Coleman LO#1847 Mitchell Louis Heidenheimer CAPT Christopher Allen Huff J. Coleman McDowell Jr. LO#516 James R. Purvis LO#678 John E. Simpson III E. Powell Thompson Dr. Idris Rhea Traylor Jr., PhD LO#866

David M Hay LO#1497 J. Derrill Rice William B. Shearer Jr. LO#3370 RANDOLPH-MACON–ZETA

RICHMOND–ETA

MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU

ROANOKE–BETA RHO

TULSA–MU

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Alfred Diaz Jr. LO#549 TULANE–PSI

Dr. James W. Denham W. Thomas Hopkins Bradley M. Patout LO#1124

Hon. Paul Jason Cording LO#54 John H. Turner Jr. LO#2596

Calvin Moniz LO#2658 VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO

UNIV. OF THE SOUTH–ALPHA ALPHA

Robert W. Hagan LO#2150

G. Patterson Apperson III LO#266

VANDERBILT–CHI

SOUTH CAROLINA–RHO

M. Timothy Carey LO#1394 W. Winston Hoy Jr. LO#2091 Paul H. Kuhn Jr. LO#2103

James R. Gilreath LO#2934 Robert P. Jordan Haynes L. Kendall Jr. LO#3284

VIRGINIA–LAMBDA

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA–BETA SIGMA

Edward D. McCrady Charles Norman Stallings Jr.

Michael V. Paulin LO#1623 Grafton P. Tanquary Jr.

VMI–BETA COMMISSION

SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA

COL Henry Joyce Foresman Jr., LO#1361 MG John W. Knapp LO#501 SGM E. Kent McMichael LO#251 J. Carlton Showalter Jr. LTC William Earl Wray Jr., LO#872

William D. Balthrope J. Jerry Campbell III LO#3120 Barry B. Donnell LO#1045 Dustin B. Donnell Brad B. Freeman LO#1942

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WEST VIRGINIA–ALPHA RHO

Gregory J. Totterdale

Millard L. Cursey Jr. LO#537 Stephen E. Foster LO#2062 Harvey P. White

WESTERN CAROLINA–DELTA ALPHA

Jesse Samuel Lyons LO#39

WESTERN KENTUCKY–EPSILON THETA

Brent Fellows LO#2628 Jay F. Rutherford Jr. LO#1331 WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA

Robert E. Deal Jr, LO#3416 Darren S. Kay LO#55 Erik K. Lescher LO#3404 LTC William Hugh Millar LO#2751 David J. Neihart LO#2727 Travis L. Sartain LO#214 Dr. James Michael Schmuck LO#1064 Thaddeus Aaron Stubbs LO#2009 WILLIAM & MARY–ALPHA ZETA

Donald C. Beck Bensley H. L. Field LO#651

WILLIAM JEWELL–ALPHA DELTA

Stuart L. Bascomb LO#2776 Dr. John Harry Brunner MD LO#3376 Philip A. Cantwell William E. Dreyer LO#12 Tyler Griffin LO#114 Hon. Kenneth M. Romines Robert T. Steinkamp LO#1282 Kenneth E. Strumm LO#2279 WOFFORD–DELTA

La Fon C. Dees LO#1852 Raymond Scott Heath LO#2243 LeRoy B. Lewis Jr. LO#2319 Jerry J. Richardson A. Randolph Smith II LO#995 FRIENDS OF THE ORDER

Mrs. Elizabeth Asbury Drew Clancy Ms. Rosann F. Hooks Howard C. Pickett Mrs. Mary Ann Robins

KAPPAALPHAORDER.ORG

UNIV. OF WASHINGTON–ZETA MU

Jeffrey G. Leigh

David T. Martineau V Douglas Gray McKinnon T. Newell Turner III LO#768 The Hon. W. Swan Yerger LO#1759

Dennis L. Dutton LO#1557 C. Edward Schmidt Jr. LO#294 Dr. Chad E. Wagoner LO#32

Dr. James L. Bowers LO#496 George T. Cromwell Jr. Xavier Duran Dyer LO#3385 Douglas S. Ewalt LO#78 Donald Lee Shafer III Joseph M. Van Name III LO#69

TENNESSEE-MARTIN–DELTA UPSILON

Robert W. Allen Dr. Scott C. Cole LO#2800 George W. McCall III LO#2607 Douglas L. Nickel Hubel Robins Jr. Camden R. Webb

MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA

WASHINGTON COLLEGE–BETA OMEGA

Gerald W. Schlief LO#1214

TEXAS-ARLINGTON–DELTA IOTA

BG Patrick O. Adams James Earl Davis LO#1084 James R. Estes LO#10 Ralph O. Hoevelman LO#2255 Charles J. Hoffman Jr. LO#830 James A. Pangman LO#2409 Carl S. Quinn LO#926 Kenneth Rickli LO#922

Dr. John G.P. Boatwright Jr.

NORTHWESTERN STATE–GAMMA PSI

Richard L. Burke LO#1038 Littleton M. Maxwell LO#568 Daniel F. Scandling

MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA

Michael W. Jones LO#65

MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU

Stephen L. Burwell LO#1993 Earnest W. Deavenport Jr. LO#1318 Robert H. Lee C. Douglas Simmons III LO#179

David P. Barksdale LO#156 Hon. Thomas H. Fetzer Jr. Norman B. Kellum Jr. LO#1480 Robert H. Wall LO#2698 Hon. David M. Warren LO#13

Charles S. Briggs LO#285 James L. Crews II LO#2796 Tracy H. Lomax

PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI

MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON

WAKE FOREST–TAU

Blake E. Benney LO#1137 Jay D. Chamberlain IV

William M. Bone Stephen A. Gustafson LO#1948 Mitchell S. Hill LO#2568 William R. Thacker LO#914 Larry Stanton Wiese LO#37

Dr. Russell Peyton Atchley DMD LO#3260 Dr. David G. Draughn J. Murray Underwood Jr.

SOUTHWESTERN–XI

NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA

MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA

MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA

James H. Heidelberg LO#1007

George A. Webster

Ethan J. Bush LO#18

Franklin T. Brackman

SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI– GAMMA ZETA

NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON

Dustin G. Brann LO#3000 Derick S. Close LO#2838 Ceasar Cone III Paul F. Haddock III LO#408 Stephen H. Kouba Jr LO#3067 Dickson M. Lupo George N. Whiting Jr. G. Smedes York LO#2540

MARSHALL–BETA UPSILON

David T. Kastor LO#1836 Thomas F. Maxwell III Loy B. Moore LO#1212 Warren S. Wingert LO#2116

Gordon L. Kinne LO#886 Christopher J. Puricelli

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ANNUAL REPORT

’16 Recognizing the generosity and foresight of those who choose to embrace the vision of KA’s future

DEAR BROTHERS,

The 1865 Trust recognizes the generosity and foresight of those of you who choose to embrace the vision of KA’s future by making a meaningful planned gift to the KAOEF. Your entrance into the 1865 Trust bears powerful testimony to the charitable expressions of your values, ideals, and commitment to Kappa Alpha Order’s future. Membership in the 1865 Trust is obtained when provisions for a planned gift of $10,000 or more are made to the KAOEF. This past year the Trust welcomed two (2) new members to its ranks. There have been 165 brothers join the Trust since it was created in 1992 and we continue the quest to encourage brothers to leave a legacy to Kappa Alpha Order so that future generations of young men will have the same great opportunities that each of us have experienced.

In closing, I cannot emphasize more strongly how important it is that we are all committed. If you have any questions about the 1865 Trust, or if you wish to join the ranks of 165 other KA brothers who are already members, please contact Ben Satcher, Chief Development Office , either by phone, (540) 463-1865, or by e-mail, bsatcher@ka-order.org. Thank you for your continued support of the Order, and for making Kappa Alpha Order a lifelong commitment. Fraternally yours,

Idris Rhea Traylor, Jr.

Former Knight Commander/Chairman

1865 TRUST

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The 1865 Trust

1865 TRUST MEMBERS ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA H. Grady Tiller Jr. 1947+* APPALACHIAN STATE– DELTA PSI M. Lee Barnes Jr. 1987* Stuart F. Whetsell 2006 ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON Wayne E. Dawson 1960 ARKANSAS STATE–DELTA ETA Walter J. Dunn 1987 BAYLOR–DELTA OMEGA John C. Martin 1982 BIRMINGHAM-SOUTHERN–PHI G. Allen Brown Jr. 1982 Valrey W. Early III 1980 Richard H. Marks 1988 CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI Kenneth R. Mitchell 1932+* Julian A. Pardini 1952+* Thomas G. Paulson II 1949+ CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA COL William E. Steger 1938+ CHARLESTON–BETA GAMMA Douglas D. Ashley 1987+* CITADEL–THETA COMMISSION LT Alexander F. Giles III 2013 CPT Ronald C. Plunkett 2009 CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON Benjamin W. Satcher Jr. 1979 DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON John F. Bishop II 1946+* DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA Hon. Paul C. Artman Jr. 1970 DRURY–BETA IOTA Bret R. Neathery 1984 Jack R. Taylor 1950 John Thomas Woodruff 1975 EAST TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA DELTA Lawrence E. Ault 1971+* EASTERN KENTUCKY–DELTA MU Donald W. Wells 1970 EMORY–EPSILON Timothy Killen Adams 1957 Ely R. Callaway Jr. 1937+* J. David Carico 1984 Hugh M. Comer 1934+*

GEORGE WASHINGTON– ALPHA NU Edward W. Lansing 1943 GEORGETOWN–BETA DELTA COL James C. Coleman Jr. 1928+* GEORGIA–GAMMA Boone A. Knox 1956+* Malcolm H. Liles 1971 Philip C. Rand 1968 GEORGIA SOUTHERN– DELTA THETA Leland I. Hyer 1993 L. Jay Mehaffey 1982 HAMPDEN-SYDNEY–ALPHA TAU Raymond B. Bottom Jr. 1948 James R. Foster 2005 KENTUCKY–THETA John R. Hutchings IV 1977 LOUISIANA STATE–ALPHA GAMMA William T. Pegues III 1932+* LOUISIANA TECH– GAMMA ALPHA Erik T. Showalter 2002 MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA Edgar B. Rouse Jr. 1937+* MCNEESE STATE–DELTA XI Ethan J. Bush 1997 MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA Gregory R. Singleton 1982 MERCER–KAPPA M. Woody Faircloth 2005+ M. Tom Faircloth 1961 James T. Turner Jr. 1970 MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA Gregory B. Smith 1985 MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA William S. Dinker II 1974 H. Lynn Greer Jr. 1969 J. Devin McClendon 1994 John R. Milam 1972 Robert A. Pugh 1975 Dan Webb 1972 MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA Don Canada 1964 Larry Stanton Wiese 1987

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA Stumpy Harris 1957*

MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU Bruce D. Stafford 1966+*

FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA Daniel Richard Amato Jr. 2008 L. Blair Bailey 1988

MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON Richard Baxter Wilson Jr. 1958

FRANCIS MARION–DELTA TAU Kenneth Wayne Jackson 1981 William H. Skipper Jr. 1980

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MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU Dr. Jason R. Barrett 1998 MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA Lance E. Calvert 1990 CPT David R. Cheney II 1990 James R. Estes 1960

Robert L. Graves 1990 Harold J. Hudson Jr. 1942 J. William Schulz 1960 Lewis H. Wyman III 1963 MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA C. Edward Schmidt Jr. 1962 MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI Robert D. Kelly 1973 Dr. Chad E. Wagoner 1993 Capt Thomas Langston Williams 1997 MISSOURI STATE–GAMMA BETA Ty G. Morgan 1991 NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON Leon Charles Banks Jr. 2002 NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA Dustin G. Brann 2011 Marshall James Donathan Jr. 1972 Charles Franklin McDowell IV 2011 Robert Jones Smith 1959 NORTH TEXAS– GAMMA LAMBDA Blake E. Benney 1986 Gary Recer 1967

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA Gilbert I. Hayes 1968 Hugh Howard III 1948+* OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI Edward P. Leslie Jr. 1932+* F. M. Stevenson 1930+* PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI COL David M. Buie USA (Ret.) 1939+* PURDUE–EPSILON RHO Jeffrey W. Love 1986 RANDOLPH-MACON–ZETA Carlton W. Baker 1981 Frank H. Robinson Jr. 1951 RHODES–ALPHA EPSILON Rufus W. Shivers 1942+* Paul E. Snodgress 1943+* RICHMOND–ETA Grant V. Harrison 1926+* ROANOKE–BETA RHO Harry J. Breithaupt Jr. 1933+* SAM HOUSTON STATE– GAMMA TAU Michael K. Nikkel 1978 UNIV. OF THE SOUTH– ALPHA ALPHA G. Patterson Apperson III 1980

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA Michael P. McManus 1989 Michael V. Paulin 1960 Warren Reed Sprinkel 1941 SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA Scott Jeoffory Berlin VP 1972 Barry B. Donnell 1958 John M. Moore 1990 SOUTHWESTERN–XI Rock N. Houstoun 1970 Gary T. Scott 1963 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA James Michael Duncan 1969 TENNESSEE-MARTIN– DELTA UPSILON Nathaniel JoDann Spears 2001 TENNESSEE–PI Dr. Edwin P. Rather 1960

NORTHWESTERN–GAMMA PSI W. Julian Foy 1972+* Charles Randolph Gentz 1968

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SOUTH ALABAMA– EPSILON ALPHA Hon. M. Donald Davis Jr. 1977 Paul W. Lammers 1980

TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE– GAMMA UPSILON John F. Ory 1990 Marc Allan Scott 1984 John E. Trotter 1988 TEXAS–OMICRON Frank W. Maresh 1958 Frank P. Sebastian Jr. 1944+* TEXAS STATE–EPSILON IOTA Troy W. Cooper 1987 TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI J. Coleman McDowell Jr. 1978 Dr. Idris Rhea Traylor Jr. 1970 NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON Wallace A. Brown Jr. 1940+* Charles Z. Flack Jr. 1955+* Frederick L. Munds Jr. 1948+* Morris W. Pully 1945 TRANSYLVANIA–ALPHA THETA Michael D. McCaslin 1970+* Michael P. Wilson 2000 TULANE–PSI CDR A. Corey Schmidt 1992 TULSA–MU John Sulton Jr. 1947+* Dr. William A. Weinrich 1951 VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO E. Ken Cain Jr. 1982 Robert W. Hagan 1974 Perry S. Ivey Jr. 1982

VANDERBILT–CHI Robert Howell Baker III 1971 Paul H. Kuhn Jr. 1962 Philip D. Rowe Jr. 1946* Robert M. Varn 1957+* Frank A. Walker Jr. 1948 VMI–BETA COMMISSION COL William H. Hastings Jr. (Ret) 1939+* SGM E. Kent McMichael 1995 Dr. Andrew J. Thacker 1961+* VIRGINIA TECH–EPSILON ETA James H. Cochrane Jr. 1978 Michael C. Matthews 1978 WAKE FOREST–TAU J. Guy Revelle Jr. 1952+* Robert H. Wall 1995 Hon. David M. Warren 1978 WASHINGTON COLLEGE– BETA OMEGA Dr. James L. Bowers 1957 WASHINGTON UNIV.– BETA THETA Vernon W. Piper 1933+* UNIV. OF WASHINGTON– ZETA MU Allen R. Sandico 1997 WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA David R. Murphey III 1951+ WEST GEORGIA–ZETA KAPPA David W. Smith 1996 WEST TEXAS A&M– GAMMA SIGMA Michael W. McDowell 1990 WEST VIRGINIA–ALPHA RHO Dr. Richard T. Feller 1937+* Roy H. Whipp 1968 WESTERN KENTUCKY– EPSILON THETA Todd P. Lowe 1979 WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA William H. Angle 1945+* Darren S. Kay 1988 Dr. James Michael Schmuck 1969 Thaddeus Aaron Stubbs 1996 Carl Trauernicht Jr. 1942+* WILLIAM & MARY–ALPHA ZETA Bensley H. L. Field 1954 WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA William E. Dreyer 1957* Louis W. Romigh 1928+* Robert T. Steinkamp 1964 ANONYMOUS FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Virginia N. Toombs+*v + deceased * gift fulfilled

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ANNUAL REPORT

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Forever KA Can you put a price on your Kappa Alpha experience? The truth is, KA has given all of us more than we could ever repay. Forever KA is an opportunity for any member, active or alumnus, to begin to keep the connection for life. One of the key features of Forever KA is your ability to give money directly to your chapter. After you join the Loyal Order, or if you are already an existing member, one-third of each of your Forever KA contributions will fund a restricted chapter endowment account for your preferred chapter.

FOREVER KA PARTICIPANTS

APPALACHIAN STATE DELTA PSI

Hurd Grier Bradford IV LO#609 Wyatt T. Dixon III LO#2829 Blake A. Glover LO#2682 Charles Yates Pharr LO#436 Clarence E. Williams III LO#3038

Once endowed, this account may provide scholarships, study/library space in the chapter house, funding for attendance at educational programs, or other educational purposes. A list of all restricted chapter endowment accounts, including many established through Forever KA participation, appears on page 62. Below is an allocation breakdown of money raised in last fiscal year through alumni and active member participation in Forever KA.

DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA

GEORGIA–GAMMA

MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU

Hon. Paul C. Artman Jr. LO#3327 Richard S. Myers Jr. LO#3158 Eddie S. Wilson LO#228

William E. Robinson III LO#2784 GEORGIA SOUTHERN–DELTA THETA

Dr. Jason R. Barrett LO#2632 William H. Walker LO#2825

James Hunt Yancey Jr. LO#474

MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

DRURY–BETA IOTA

HOUSTON BAPTIST–DELTA SIGMA

Erik G. Holland LO#3293 J. William Schulz LO#2503

Kalvin L. Cundiff Mitchell S. Gibbon LO#2846 EAST CAROLINA–GAMMA RHO

Douglas B. Harris LO#873 Dr. Joel A. Nickles LO#1641 David Y. Stutts CPA LO#1556

Matthew R. Hollomon LO#2414 Patrick C. O'Bryant LO#3069 J. Ben Whiteside Jr. LO#2649

JACKSONVILLE STATE–DELTA PHI

EASTERN KENTUCKY– DELTA MU

KENTUCKY–THETA

ARKANSAS TECH– EPSILON ZETA

Christopher M. Castle LO#2851 Gary Wayne Grider LO#2692 Collin B. Taylor LO#2411

LOUISIANA STATE–ALPHA GAMMA

H. David Pinson LO#63

EMORY–EPSILON

ARKANSAS-FORT SMITH– ZETA RHO

Dr. Jeffrey K. Wingate LO#3222

Aaron W. Brown LO#2635 Hunter K. Cabe LO#2519

Stumpy Harris LO#919 Andrew C. Steele LO#3073 Douglas G. Tibbett LO#2656

ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON

Zach D. Nadler LO#3381

AUBURN–NU

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA

John G. Brock LO#3312 Todd D. Reaves LO#1315 Donny Thompson III LO#2757

FLORIDA GULF COAST– ZETA PI

AUSTIN PEAY STATE– ZETA TAU

FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA

BOWLING GREEN STATE– ZETA LAMBDA

FRANCIS MARION–DELTA TAU

Roy Eugene Prestwood CPA LO#1826 Merrill C. Wautlet Jr. LO#2447 CITADEL–THETA COMMISSION

2LT Andrew Pryor Nelson III LO#3063 CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON

Lewis F. Lowery III LO#2854 Benjamin W. Satcher Jr. LO#17

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Dr. Ronald E. Miller Jr. LO#3411 John D. Waters LO#3020 FURMAN–IOTA

Col Winton Grier Campbell Jr. LO#2254 GEORGE WASHINGTON–ALPHA NU

Alex J. Graham LO#3029 Alexander J. Hutkin LO#3387 Clay W. Socha LO#3383 GEORGETOWN–BETA DELTA

M. Brent Drury LO#3400

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Damon P. Gautreau LO#2847 Gannon J. Lasseigne LO#3053 LOUISIANA TECH–GAMMA ALPHA

Benjamin S. Arceneaux LO#2703 Erik T. Showalter LO#884 Jeremy D. Smith LO#3414 Jared P. White LO#2702 LOUISIANA-MONROE–GAMMA NU MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA

Nicholas Kutz LO#3415 Daniel Richard Amato Jr. LO#2599 Robert Laurence Flohr LO#2853

CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA

Gary A. Smith Sr. LO#3313

Destin Brook Sebren LO#2391

John Michael Mills LO#3407

Richard J. Maurer LO#2676

Phillip K. Bradley LO#589 Stephen J. Lafollette LO#2330

Peter G. Hanan LO#3393 MERCER–KAPPA

MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI

Derrick R. Good LO#814 Patrick A. Law LO#2870 Dr. Chad E. Wagoner LO#32 MISSOURI STATE–GAMMA BETA

John Murrell LO#3405 NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON

Lewie E Shealy LUTCF LO#2687 NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON

Clay A. Campbell LO#2451 NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA

Cody L. Evans LO#3409 Charles Franklin McDowell IV LO#2709 NORTH CAROLINA-CHARLOTTE– EPSILON XI

Garrett Alexander Bedenbaugh LO#2644 Joseph C. Wilson LO#3224

King V. Aiken Jr. LO#99 Dorsey L. Covenah LO#3151

NORTH FLORIDA–ZETA NU

MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA

NORTH TEXAS–GAMMA LAMBDA

Michael D. Fox LO#3147 William Harrelson LO#3311 Ryan Holloway LO#1588 MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA

Robert A. Pugh LO#2650 MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA

Thomas W. Jones LO#1933 P. Gary Myers LO#2984 Kevin J. O'Connell LO#3012 Larry Stanton Wiese LO#37 Benjamin J. Wilson LO#3004

Charles Ray Jordan NPA LO#95 Blake E. Benney LO#1137 Mark D. Hale LO#1784 Gary Recer LO#3064 NORTHERN ARIZONA–EPSILON TAU

Douglas W. Hanisch LO#2217 NORTHWESTERN STATE–GAMMA PSI

John J. Waller LO#3364 Donald J. Nici LO#981 OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

Brent E. Buswell LO#3185 James M. Kruger LO#3408

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Forever KA

KAOEF UNRESTRICTED 10,373.52 GRAND TOTAL OF GROSS (BEFORE EXPENSES) REVENUE FYE 6/30/2015

KA CONTRIBUTIONS

total $36,192.70

10,348.68

LOYAL ORDER REVENUES 5,158.65 KAOEF CHAPTER ENDOWMENT FUND ACCOUNTS 10,311.85

OKLAHOMA CITY–GAMMA KAPPA

Charles C. Caldwell LO#2292 OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI

Sam O. Leake Jr. LO#21 Chase P. Martin LO#3216 Cameron J. Price LO#2694 Robert K. Steinkirchner II LO#2689 Mason Trapley LO#3378 OLD DOMINION–DELTA GAMMA

David M. O'Dell LO#24 ROANOKE–BETA RHO

David M. Gritte LO#3205 SAM HOUSTON STATE–GAMMA TAU

Darron E. Franta LO#856 Donald W. Thompson LO#3314 SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA– EPSILON KAPPA

Matthew H. Alombro LO#2708 Bradley James Kiff LO#3215 SGT Gerard M. LaBorde LO#2394 Cliff R. Lloyd LO#2224 Randy S. Vicknair LO#2705

TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE– GAMMA UPSILON

TENNESSEE-MARTIN–DELTA UPSILON

Jonathan Eric Bergmark LO#3380 Christopher B. Churchill LO#2225 J. David Nailling LO#2780

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Brandon L. Finke LO#2686 Gabriel W. Irving LO#3295 Drew A. Terrell LO#3296 Michael J. Zoch LO#3045

The Foundation Chapter program is an effort for current active brothers to support the KAOEF, and commit themselves to helping ensure that the programs they currently enjoy and benefit from will continue for future members of their chapter. Three (3) Chapters representing more than 196 undergraduate brothers each gave $18.65 per man, contributing $3,670.50 to the KAOEF this Fiscal Year. These funds are used to support the Order’s leadership programs and training initiatives, and to provide scholarship dollars to our active brothers.

WESTERN CAROLINA–DELTA ALPHA

James C. Bridges LO#3386

Jared Thomas Hopkins LO#2997 Jesse Samuel Lyons LO#39 James H. Webb LO#3410

TULSA–MU

Timothy J. Dixon LO#2669 John Gregory Gray LO#3072 Calvin Moniz LO#2658

WESTERN KENTUCKY–EPSILON THETA

Travis A. Simpson LO#2756 CPL Joseph B. Tharp IV LO#2212 Chris Woods LO#2642

UNIV. OF THE SOUTH–ALPHA ALPHA

Earl Fain IV LO#117 Stephen A. Rowe LO#2655

WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA

USNA–SIGMA BETA COMMISSION

Blake Berkbuegler LO#3207 Robert E. Deal Jr, LO#3416 Robert P. Grone LO#1708 Darren S. Kay LO#55 Erik K. Lescher LO#3404 Shawn McWilliams LO#3157 Kevin P. Moritz LO#3056 David J. Neihart LO#2727 Dr. James Michael Schmuck LO#1064

VIRGINIA TECH–EPSILON ETA

Carlyle R. Wimbish, III LO#2670 VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– EPSILON OMICRON

FOUNDATION CHAPTERS Chapters with 100% Undergraduate Member Particpation

Beta Tau– Mississippi State Beta Eta– Oklahoma Mu–Tulsa

WILLIAM JEWELL–ALPHA DELTA

Scott A. Brown LO#1736

William E. Dreyer LO#12 Tyler Griffin LO#114

VMI–BETA COMMISSION

John K. Harper LO#3315 WAKE FOREST–TAU

David P. Barksdale LO#156 Dr. J. Ivey Smith LO#3382 Robert H. Wall LO#2698

KAPPAALPHAORDER.ORG

James Michael Duncan LO#11 Dwain P. Knight LO#618 Steven M. Steele LO#1645

WEST TEXAS A&M–GAMMA SIGMA

TEXAS WESLEYAN–ZETA XI

Tullis Beasley LO#3184 Lawson L. Patten II LO#3401

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA

Millard H. Hunter LO#3345 Joshua Paul Johnson Esq. LO#3010

J. Todd Gregory LO#1489

SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA

Mark B. Holmes LO#1329 Andrew B. Mullinax LO#3398

WEST GEORGIA–ZETA KAPPA

TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI

VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO

SOUTHWESTERN–XI

Tyler Ward

Kevin C. Brueggeman LO#3033 David W. Cade LO#2791 Andrew P. Carr LO#2993

Rymn Parsons LO#3203

Alan M. Bryant LO#3406 Matthew Ryan Farquhar LO#3028

WEST FLORIDA–EPSILON SIGMA

TEXAS STATE–EPSILON IOTA

Erik R. Barkhimer LO#3074

SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI– GAMMA ZETA

W. Anderson Wasden IV LO#2665

Ryan Frahm LO#3344 Sidney B. Huston LO#2660 S. Kyle Lowe LO#3399 John F. Ory LO#59

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA–BETA SIGMA

Raymond Randolph Beard LO#1148

WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA

Giving to Their Own Cause

UNIV. OF WASHINGTON–ZETA MU

Kurt E. Gazow LO#2106 WASHINGTON COLLEGE–BETA OMEGA

Joseph M. Van Name III LO#69

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Annual Giving The KA Leadership Fund assists our members with the rising costs of higher education and provides the resources necessary to be successful in life. In part, it supports our unrestricted funds, scholarships, internship program, and leadership education programs all year long. The KAOEF asks alumni to contribute annually, and

KNIGHT COMMANDER’S SOCIETY - $5,000 + ARKANSAS TECH– EPSILON ZETA

E. L. Scott McLain LO#3104 AUBURN–NU

Todd D. Reaves LO#1315

MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA

DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA

Lawrence A. Heinze LO#2242

Eddie S. Wilson LO#228

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA

Richard R. Crosier LO#433 Raymond A. Jones III LO#3334 James J. Kiser III Edwin F. Payne Roy O. Rodwell Jr. LO#2749

Nicholas S. Palmer LO#1864

MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA

Larry Stanton Wiese LO#37 MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU

Dr. Russell Peyton Atchley DMD LO#3260

BAYLOR–DELTA OMEGA

MISSISSIPPI– ALPHA UPSILON

Keven Brelsford Caldarera

David T. Martineau V

CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON

MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

Benjamin W. Satcher, Jr. LO#17

James R. Estes LO#10

DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON

NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA

Dr. John A. Hildreth MD LO#1176 Eugene M. Julian LO#1239

Derick S. Close LO#2838

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA

Stumpy Harris LO#919

OLD DOMINION– DELTA GAMMA

FRANCIS MARION– DELTA TAU

Timothy L. Kelly III

William H. Skipper Jr. LO#2380

PURDUE–EPSILON RHO

Michael Jerry Garrison

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER

Alpha Upsilon Chapter Ms. Rosann F. Hooks Ms. Kimberly J. Novak Howard C. Pickett Mrs. Gretta Robb John Nicholas Galvin Trust GEORGIA–GAMMA

Paul V. Kilpatrick Jr. LO#673 Malcolm H. Liles LO#342 HAMPDEN-SYDNEY– ALPHA TAU

Raymond B. Bottom Jr. LO#687 JACKSONVILLE STATE– DELTA PHI

Stephen J. Lafollette LO#2330 LOUISIANA STATE– ALPHA GAMMA

B. Terry W. Bennett LO#1133

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it is through your generosity that these programs, which benefit our undergraduate brothers, are supported. Our hope is that every KA will annually contribute to the KA Leadership Fund and we humbly ask for your support.

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

William Jeffrey Thompson

SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA

Barry B. Donnell LO#1045 STANFORD–ALPHA PI

James Parker Myerson LO#3090 TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI

DUKE–ALPHA PHI

GEORGE C. MARSHALL SOCIETY – $1,000 TO $4,999 ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA

George Merrill Jones III LO#385 Ken D. Tidwell Hugh P. Whitehead APPALACHIAN STATE– DELTA PSI

R. Craig Cass LO#2700 Wyatt T. Dixon III LO#2829 AUBURN–NU

James D. Kay Jr. LO#2147 BAYLOR–DELTA OMEGA

Robert D. Fletcher LO#1317 BETHANY–BETA BETA

Lawrence S. Branch LO#1262+ BIRMINGHAM-SOUTHERN– PHI

William B. Reed LO#520 BOWLING GREEN STATE– ZETA LAMBDA

Kevin P. Hughes LO#3108 CALIFORNIA STATEBAKERSFIELD–EPSILON UPSILON

Clifford F. Loader LO#1157

Gary D. Barnes William E. Dreyer LO#12 Tyler Griffin LO#114 Dr. Burnell Landers LO#1885 Vance E. Rule+

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FLORIDA–BETA ZETA

Henry H. Beckwith LO#346 James H. Dowling Jr. John K. Roberts Edward G. Sullivan Esq. LO#1393 FLORIDA GULF COAST– ZETA PI

CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON

Fred W. Faircloth III LO#1416 David A. Pattillo H. Hall Provence III LO#1524 DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON

Michael D. Wedlick RCDD LO#580

FURMAN–IOTA

C. Tucker Moore LO#1278 James M. Ney LO#2361 GEORGIA–GAMMA

Steve K. Kendrick John W. Walden Jr. GEORGIA SOUTHERN– DELTA THETA

T. Draper Watson LO#1348 GEORGIA TECH– ALPHA SIGMA

William Hand Allen LO#795 James L. Herrin LO#3050 Edward Lawrence Kelly LO#1336 James L. Oliver II HAMPDEN-SYDNEY– ALPHA TAU

W. Birch Douglass III LO#2521

Anthony M. Graziani

HOUSTON BAPTIST– DELTA SIGMA

FLORIDA SOUTHERN– GAMMA PI

Dr. Joel A. Nickles LO#1641

COL Guy D. Colado LO#1832 James C. France

INDIANA STATE–ZETA IOTA

Mark W. Hite LO#1922

FLORIDA STATE– GAMMA ETA

FRANCIS MARION– DELTA TAU

LCDR Edward John Derst III, USCGR Ret. CPT Ronald C. Plunkett LO#2241

WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA

Timothy Killen Adams LO#326 Dr. L. Adolph Casal Walter Mabry Deriso Jr. James L. Ferman Jr. LO#185

CITADEL–THETA COMMISSION

WASHINGTON COLLEGE– BETA OMEGA

Bensley H. L. Field LO#651

EMORY–EPSILON

L. Blair Bailey LO#84 Joseph A. Caimano William G. Smith Jr.

CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI

WILLIAM & MARY– ALPHA ZETA

James C. Musser

Gerald C. Down LO#2293

J. Coleman McDowell Jr. LO#516 Dr. Idris Rhea Traylor Jr. LO#866

Joseph M. Van Name III LO#69

EASTERN KENTUCKY– DELTA MU

Foundation The Progressive Insurance Foundation Tom Healy Ms. Cassandra McGuire

Kenneth Wayne Jackson LO#1123 Ted Maness FRIENDS OF THE ORDER

Ms. Betsy Adams Mrs. Elizabeth Asbury Buffalo Creek Boys Alpha Xi Chapter Alpha Xi Alumni Chapter Beta Tau Chapter Mu Chapter Drew Clancy Collegiate Regalia Bank of America

JACKSONVILLE STATE– DELTA PHI

Marcus E. Angle Jr. LO#1082 JOHNS HOPKINS– ALPHA LAMBDA

Francis E. Gardiner Jr. LO#1941 KENTUCKY–THETA

Gary A. Smith Sr. LO#3313 LAMBUTH–GAMMA OMICRON

Dan H. Akin LO#2549 LOUISIANA STATE– ALPHA GAMMA

Dr. James R. Andrews Gregory M. Eaton LO#553 Jake L. Netterville LO#1579 LOUISIANA TECH– GAMMA ALPHA

Donald O'Neal LO#2815 Erik T. Showalter LO#884

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Annual Giving

+ deceased LO = Loyal Order

Membership in the “Crimson & Gold Society” is reserved for those who make an unrestricted gift of $1,000 or more in a fiscal year. The Knight Commander’s Society and the George C. Marshall Society includes Crimson & Gold donors as well as those who may have given restricted gifts. That listing can be found on pages 66-67.

LOUISVILLE–BETA OMICRON

MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA

Robert M. Bouse LO#729

Dennis L. Dutton LO#1557 C. Edward Schmidt Jr. LO#294

MARSHALL–BETA UPSILON

Franklin T. Brackman MARYLAND –BETA KAPPA

Thomas B. McGee LO#1050 MCNEESE STATE–DELTA XI

Ethan J. Bush LO#18 Patrick G Ryan MD LO#1987 MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA

MG Donald R. Gardner USMC (Ret.) LO#2192 S. Morgan Morton, Jr. Gregory R. Singleton LO#184 MERCER–KAPPA

King V. Aiken Jr. LO#99 B. Sandford Birdsey III LO#3178 R. M. Warren III LO#2453

MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI

Dr. Chad E. Wagoner LO#32 MISSOURI STATE– GAMMA BETA

Gordon L. Kinne LO#886 Christopher J. Puricelli NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON

L. Charles Banks Jr. LO#2690 L. Wayne Pearson Sr. LO#1077 NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA

Bennett P. Applegate Edwin A. Feick Frank A. Penn III

Dustin G. Brann LO#3000 Paul F. Haddock III LO#408 Stephen H. Kouba Jr. LO#3067 Dickson M. Lupo Edward I. Weisiger Jr. G. Smedes York LO#2540

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA

NORTH TEXAS– GAMMA LAMBDA

S. Todd Shelton LO#23 Dr. Gary Gribble Wiser Jr., EdD LO#254

Blake E. Benney LO#1137 Jay D. Chamberlain IV

MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA

MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA

William M. Bone Stephen A. Gustafson LO#1948 Mitchell S. Hill LO#2568 MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU

Dr. David G. Draughn J. Murray Underwood Jr. MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON

Douglas Gray McKinnon T. Newell Turner III LO#768 Hon. W. Swan Yerger (Ret.) LO#1759 MISSISSIPPI STATE– BETA TAU

Stephen L. Burwell LO#1993 Earnest W. Deavenport Jr. LO#1318 Robert H. Lee C. Douglas Simmons III LO#179 MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

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Charles Randolph Gentz LO#2816 OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

Dr. Jason E. Drake Christopher S. Hoppe Harold F. MacDowell Jr. LO#213 Harry H. Phillips Jr. LO#1879 William C. Routh LO#1418 OKLAHOMA CITY– GAMMA KAPPA

1LT David O. Beal LO#3307 Steve C. Knight LO#1147 OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI

Kent T. Chapin LO#1258 Sam O. Leake Jr. LO#21 OLD DOMINION– DELTA GAMMA

William E Lobeck Jr. David M. O'Dell LO#24 PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI

David M Hay LO#1497 J. Derrill Rice William B. Shearer Jr. LO#3370 RANDOLPH-MACON–ZETA

Richard L. Burke LO#1038 Littleton M. Maxwell LO#568 Daniel F. Scandling RICHMOND–ETA

ROANOKE–BETA RHO

Hon. Paul Jason Cording LO#54 John H. Turner, Jr. LO#2596 ROLLINS–ALPHA PSI

Michael O'Donnell LO#3280 SAM HOUSTON STATE– GAMMA TAU

Darron E. Franta LO#856 UNIV. OF THE SOUTH– ALPHA ALPHA

TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI

G. Patterson Apperson III LO#266 SOUTH CAROLINA–RHO

James R. Gilreath LO#2934 Robert P. Jordan Haynes L. Kendall, Jr. LO#3284 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA

Michael V. Paulin LO#1623 Grafton P. Tanquary Jr. SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA

SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI– GAMMA ZETA

SOUTHWESTERN–XI

James M. Croley LO#1561 Edwin Bryan Gentle Rock N. Houstoun LO#961 George C. Jones STANFORD–ALPHA PI

Dr. James K. Collins LO#1081 William J. Hagenah LO#1155 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA

J. Michael Duncan LO#11 Gerald W. Schlief LO#1214 TENNESSEE-MARTIN– DELTA UPSILON

James L. Crews II LO#2796 Tracy H. Lomax TEXAS–OMICRON

Eric English Norman C. George LO#2672 James D. McBride III William M. Thacker Jr. LO#1757

TEXAS-ARLINGTON– DELTA IOTA

Alfred Diaz Jr. LO#549 TULANE–PSI

Bradley M. Patout LO#1124 Calvin Moniz LO#2658 VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO

John W. Mobley IV VANDERBILT–CHI

W. Winston Hoy Jr. LO#2091 Paul H. Kuhn Jr. LO#2103 VIRGINIA–LAMBDA

Edward D. McCrady Charles Norman Stallings Jr. VMI–BETA COMMISSION

James H. Heidelberg LO#1007

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Dr. William G. Coleman LO#1847 Mitchell Louis Heidenheimer CAPT Christopher Allen Huff James R. Purvis LO#678 John E. Simpson III E. Powell Thompson

TULSA–MU

William D. Balthrope J. Jerry Campbell III LO#3120 Dustin B. Donnell Brad B. Freeman LO#1942 David T. Kastor LO#1836 Loy B. Moore LO#1212 Houston N. Tuel III

George W. McCall III LO#2607

William R. Bolen Nicholus L. Bravo Andrew P. Carr LO#2993 Scott D. Carter Dillon J. Cheverere Ross W. Newberry Blake M. Perdue D. Mitchell Sheaffer LO#41 L. Don Stricklin W. Madison Wickham LO#3024

COL Henry Joyce Foresman Jr., (Ret.) LO#1361 MG John W. Knapp (Ret.) LO#501 SGM E. Kent McMichael LO#251 J. Carlton Showalter Jr. LTC William Earl Wray Jr., (Ret.) LO#872 VIRGINIA TECH– EPSILON ETA

Patrick K. Moore LO#2207 WAKE FOREST–TAU

David P. Barksdale LO#156 Ross A. Berlin LO#3139 Hon. Thomas H. Fetzer Jr. Norman B. Kellum Jr. LO#1480 Robert H. Wall LO#2698 Hon. David M. Warren LO#13 WASHINGTON COLLEGE – BETA OMEGA

George T. Cromwell Jr.+ Xavier Duran Dyer LO#3385 Douglas S. Ewalt LO#78 Donald Lee Shafer III

UNIV. OF WASHINGTON– ZETA MU

Jeffrey G. Leigh WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA

Dr. John G.P. Boatwright Jr. WEST TEXAS A&M– GAMMA SIGMA

Michael W. Jones LO#65 WEST VIRGINIA–ALPHA RHO

Gregory J. Totterdale WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– BETA CHI

Millard L. Cursey Jr. LO#537 STEPHEN E. FOSTER LO#2062

Harvey P. White WESTERN CAROLINA– DELTA ALPHA

Jesse Samuel Lyons LO#39 WESTERN KENTUCKY– EPSILON THETA

Brent Fellows LO#2628 Jay F. Rutherford Jr. LO#1331 WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA

Robert E. Deal, Jr, LO#3416 Darren S. Kay LO#55 Erik K. Lescher LO#3404 LTC William Hugh Millar LO#2751 David J. Neihart LO#2727 Travis L. Sartain LO#214 Dr. James Michael Schmuck LO#1064 Thaddeus Aaron Stubbs LO#2009 WILLIAM & MARY– ALPHA ZETA

Donald C. Beck WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA

Stuart L. Bascomb LO#2776 Dr. John Harry Brunner MD LO#3376 Philip A. Cantwell Dr. James K. Pierce Hon. Kenneth M. Romines Robert T. Steinkamp LO#1282 Kenneth E. Strumm LO#2279 WOFFORD–DELTA

La Fon C. Dees LO#1852 Raymond Scott Heath LO#2243 LeRoy B. Lewis Jr. LO#2319 Jerry J. Richardson KAPPAALPHAORDER.ORG

BG Patrick O. Adams Kenneth L. Brown LO#313 James Earl Davis LO#1084 Ralph O. Hoevelman LO#2255 Charles J. Hoffman Jr. LO#830 David T. O'Neal Jr. James A. Pangman LO#2409 Carl S. Quinn LO#926 Kenneth Rickli LO#922

NORTHWESTERN STATE– GAMMA PSI

TEXAS STATE–EPSILON IOTA

Douglas L. Nickel Hubel Robins Jr.+

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Annual Giving (continued) FLORIDA GULF COAST– ZETA PI

David C. Merrill LO#3054 FLORIDA STATE– GAMMA ETA

APPALACHIAN STATE– DELTA PSI

Stuart F. Whetsell LO#2185 ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON

Patrick J. Williams ARKANSAS STATE–DELTA ETA

Jack Plumlee ARKANSAS TECH–EPSILON ZETA

H. David Pinson LO#63 AUBURN–NU

J. Stephen Powell III Thomas E. Williams Jr. LO#1788 CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA

Lewis T. Baker Jr. CHARLESTON–BETA GAMMA

Douglas D. Ashley LO#284+ CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON

James O. Herbert DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON

JOHNS HOPKINS– ALPHA LAMBDA

EMORY–EPSILON

J. Gordon McGill William D. Morrison John W. Stephenson FLORIDA–BETA ZETA

Gregory B. Adams LO#817 John A. Langley

SOUTH ALABAMA– EPSILON ALPHA

Hon. M. Donald Davis Jr. LO#570 D. Brady Wilson LO#1741

Samuel G. Cole III LO#2856

Calvin S. Hopkins III LO#2548

D. Scott Cates LO#3032

Robert W. Allen

MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU

GEORGIA–GAMMA

Stephen A. Cocilova LO#2582

RICHMOND–ETA

William R. Thacker LO#914

Anonymous Beta Eta Chapter Phi Chapter Charles F. Childress III Southeastern Interfraternity Conference Hardeman Court Of Honor DonateWell, DM General Fund Fraternal Composite Services, Inc. Mrs. Laura E. Kostel Joseph Ligon Jeff Martini OmegaFi Nicole Cotton Shell Oil Company Foundation Matching Gifts Program Eric Robb

DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER

JACKSONVILLE STATE– DELTA PHI

Thomas Harry Lindsey II LO#170

H. Lynn Greer Jr. LO#105

Daniel Richard Amato Jr. LO#2599 Randal Horace Drew Sr. LO#1138 Richard E. Heath

Ronald B. Bailey

PURDUE–EPSILON RHO

Bruce Benes LO#1234

SOUTH CAROLINA–RHO

MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON

George A. Webster TRANSYLVANIA– ALPHA THETA

Michael P. Wilson LO#40 TULANE–PSI

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA

Frank W. Podpechan LO#445

Robert J. Lucas LO#1683 Scott B. Spriggs

VALDOSTA STATE– DELTA RHO

Stevan L. Black, Jr. LO#3098 MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA

SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA

John A. Skelton

James B. Cain Brent C. Cortez Thomas F. Maxwell III Warren S. Wingert LO#2116

NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA

Charles Franklin McDowell IV LO#2709 Robert Jones Smith LO#2957 George N. Whiting Jr.

SOUTHWESTERN–XI

Gary T. Scott LO#859 STANFORD–ALPHA PI

NORTH CAROLINAWILMINGTON– EPSILON PSI

Stephen A. Fowle Robert F. Sawyer TENNESSEE–PI

Dr. Edwin P. Rather LO#617 TENNESSEE-MARTIN– DELTA UPSILON

Donald F. Fletcher OKLAHOMA CITY– GAMMA KAPPA

Charles S. Briggs LO#285 TEXAS–OMICRON

Dr. Charles R. Walker

Robert H. Reynolds LO#1617+ Craig S. Thompson

OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI

MARSHALL–BETA UPSILON

OLD DOMINION– DELTA GAMMA

John C. Cain Franklin W. Denius Wofford F. Denius Hon. Paul W. Green

LTC Walter David Archibald (Ret.) LO#1032

TEXAS STATE– EPSILON IOTA

James B Hichak LO#1494

Ryan T. Young LO#3023

OMEGA COMMISSION

James Julius Winn, Jr.

Robert A. Bowen Jr.

NORTH CAROLINA– UPSILON

MISSISSIPPI STATE– BETA TAU

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA

MERCER–KAPPA

Gregory R. Barbosa LO#2310 Lynn A. Morgan LO#2701

James L. Best Mark W. Buyck Jr. Dr. C. Edward Floyd J. Lynn McCants LO#356

G. Akers Moore IV

Thomas Michael Cobb LO#1542

TEXAS-ARLINGTON– DELTA IOTA

Edwin W. Barnett LO#710 Frederick B. Horne III Lee K. Zoller

sro n 72. oD fo 9 50 27,2 # sno 96. .829,7 8 $ itub 967 1 i ,97 $ sre rtnoC yram 2 bm mu 997 $ em ep S ron -n 370 ,1 1 set oN / yT ro oD ,2 3.7 5 23. 9,00 sre auda stner noD 483 0,1 etn rgre aP . ulo ,18 3,1 $ V / dnU . a ffat b $ inm S . ulA c slat .d oT

ROBERT E. LEE SOCIETY – $500 TO $999

MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA

231 87 46

ANNUAL REPORT

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Black Blackshear Hamilton Chaffe III LO#1778 TULSA–MU

James D. Clark Larry W. Hill Mark F. Johnson Gary S. Reed LO#2323 VMI–BETA COMMISSION

Thomas E. Gottwald LO#2468 COL Franklin J. McConnell Jr. LO#1362

VIRGINIA TECH– EPSILON ETA

Michael B. Gimbert WEST VIRGINIA– ALPHA RHO

Derrick E. Barr Richard B. Walker WESTERN CAROLINA– DELTA ALPHA

Wilmoth D. Kerns Jr. WILLIAM & MARY– ALPHA ZETA

John L. Sibley Jr. LO#1790 WOFFORD–DELTA

Dr. Paul D. Kountz Jr. LO#1843

The list of those who gave less than $500 in the prior fiscal year is available at KAOEF.org.

Donor Summary # OF DONORS

a. Parents / Non-members $ 82,729.27 b. Undergraduates $ 17,928.05 c. Staff / Volunteers $ 279,769.69 d. Alumni $ 1,000,957.31

132 78 64 1,799

a. b. d.

TOTALS

2,073

DONOR TYPE

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CONTRIBUTIONS

$ 1,381,384.32

FALL 2016

DONORS 2016

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Annual Giving (continued) | Cumulative Giving

Cumulative Giving

+ deceased LO = Loyal Order

25 YEARS OR MORE OF CONSECUTIVE GIVING 48 YEARS

33 YEARS

30 YEARS

27 YEARS

25 YEARS

LT Clinton Morgan Hunter, Jr. (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’55) LO#583

James H. Heidelberg (Gamma Zeta–Southern Mississippi ’72) LO#1007

D. Melson Butler (Kappa– Mercer ’47) LO#901

Sam O. Leake Jr. (Beta Xi– Oklahoma State ’61) LO#21

38 YEARS

Dr. John A. Hildreth (Beta Epsilon–Delaware ’56) LO#1176

J. Michael Duncan (Delta Kappa–Stephen F. Austin State ’69) LO#11

T. David Wagster Jr. (Gamma Omicron–Lambuth ’65) LO#1295

C. James Holloway Jr. (Beta Omega–Washington ’56)

LTC John R. Hayes Jr. (Beta Commission–VMI ’73)

Dr. Heber Grey Winfield III, MD (Sigma–Davidson ’63) LO#2575

Blackshear Hamilton Chaffe III (Psi–Tulane ’52) LO#1778

32 YEARS

35 YEARS

Jon Crosby Turner (Alpha Upsilon–Mississippi ’75) LO#971

34 YEARS

Timothy K. Adams (Epsilon– Emory ’57) LO#326

$1 MILLION AND ABOVE

ROANOKE–BETA RHO Harry J. Breithaupt Jr.+ WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA William E. Dreyer LO#12

$500,000 TO $999,999 OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI Edward P. Leslie Jr.+ PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI COL David M. Buie (Ret.)+ SOUTHWESTERN–XI Rock N. Houstoun LO#961 STANFORD–ALPHA PI William R. Williamson+ WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA William H. Angle+ WILLIAM & MARY– ALPHA ZETA Bensley H. L. Field LO#651

$100,000 TO $499,999 AUBURN–NU Todd D. Reaves LO#1315 CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI Thomas G. Paulson II LO#44+

EAST TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA DELTA Lawrence E. Ault LO#167+ FRANCIS MARION–DELTA TAU William H. Skipper Jr. LO#2380

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Dr. Edwin P. Rather (Pi– Tennessee ’60) LO#617

31 YEARS Gregory Ray Singleton (Gamma Gamma– Memphis ’82) LO#184

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Ruth A. Elder Estate+ Alfred I. duPont Foundation Mrs. Dorothy Tyree+ GEORGETOWN–BETA DELTA COL James C. Coleman Jr.+ GEORGIA–GAMMA Andrew H. Heyward III LO#16 William Lawrence Manning Knox Jr. LO#2539 Wyckliffe A. Knox Jr. Boone A. Knox+ John W. Walden Jr. GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA R. Jack Alexander Jr.+ LAMBUTH–GAMMA OMICRON James L. Ostner MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA S. Morgan Morton Jr. MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA Theodore L. Weise LO#293 NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA Derick S. Close LO#2838 OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA Hugh Howard III+ OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI F. M. Stevenson+ RHODES–ALPHA EPSILON Paul E. Snodgress+ SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA Barry B. Donnell LO#1045 STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA Gerald W. Schlief LO#1214 TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI J. Coleman McDowell Jr. LO#516

John M. Schattyn (Beta Alpha–Missouri S&T ’61) Walter Wingfield Walker Jr. (Epsilon–Emory ’66) Littleton Miller Maxwell (Zeta–Randolph-Macon ’59) LO#568

26 YEARS Robert C. Cragon (Alpha Epsilon–Rhodes ’75) Victor J. Herbert Jr. (Beta Beta–Bethany ’64) Dr. Cleveland H. Porter Jr. (Alpha Zeta–William & Mary ’57) LO#1610

VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO Dr. Charles Thomas Hopkins Jr. WASHINGTON UNIV.– BETA THETA Vernon W. Piper+

HAMPDEN-SYDNEY– ALPHA TAU Raymond B. Bottom Jr. LO#687 LOUISIANA STATE– ALPHA GAMMA B. Terry W. Bennett LO#1133

WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA Vance E. Rule+ Clyde E. Williams+

$50,000 TO $99,999 AUBURN–NU Jack B. Carter II LO#57+ DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON Eugene M. Julian LO#1239 DUKE–ALPHA PHI Roy O. Rodwell Jr. LO#2749 EMORY–EPSILON Robert J. Beckham+ James L. Ferman Jr. LO#185 Timothy Killen Adams LO#326 FLORIDA–BETA ZETA Stumpy Harris LO#919 FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA L. Blair Bailey LO#84 FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Gamma Eta Educational Foundation Mrs. Gretta Robb

WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– BETA CHI Harvey P. White

MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA Larry Stanton Wiese LO#37

WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA Joseph Ray Gill+

MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU Dr. Russell Peyton Atchley DMD LO#3260 MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA James R. Estes LO#10 J. William Schulz LO#2503 MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA C. Edward Schmidt Jr. LO#294 NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA David Blair Hagan LO#43 Edward I. Weisiger Jr.

ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA Harold M. Anderson H. Grady Tiller Jr.+ Hugh P. Whitehead CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI Gerald C. Down LO#2293 Bruce B. Higton LO#683+ DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON John F. Bishop II+ DELTA STATE–DELTA BETA Eddie S. Wilson LO#228

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA Michael V. Paulin LO#1623

EMORY–EPSILON Frank L. Asbury III LO#751+ J. David Carico

TENNESSEE–PI Henry C. Goodrich+

FLORIDA SOUTHERN– GAMMA PI James C. France

GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA James W. Bowyer Jerry B. Fussell Hubert L. Harris Jr.

VANDERBILT–CHI Robert M. Varn+

$25,000 TO $49,999

RICHMOND–ETA Dr. Scott C. Cole LO#2800

TEXAS–OMICRON Frank W. Maresh LO#14 Harry A. Trueblood Jr.

WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA David R. Murphey III+ James H. Sammons, M.D.+

MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA Edgar B. Rouse Jr.+

GEORGIA–GAMMA Richard J. Arroll William A. McRae Edwin Richard Neel Lewis L. Scruggs Jr. Barry L. Storey

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WAKE FOREST–TAU Norman B. Kellum Jr. LO#1480

TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI Dr. Idris Rhea Traylor Jr., PhD LO#866

FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA David J. Middleton LO#180 Curt Steger FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Anonymous Mrs. Paulina T. Beall+ Epsilon Delta Chapter Mrs. Virginia Bateman Comer Estate

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CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON Benjamin W. Satcher Jr. LO#17

James E. Bates Jr. (Beta Eta– Oklahoma ’38)

John H. Tucker (Beta Commission–VMI ’78)

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’16 Cumulative Giving (continued) Community Foundation For Greater Atlanta Kappa Alpha Foundation For Leadership & Service Ms. Rosann F. Hooks Masterpiece Investments Coca-Cola Foundation Matching Gift Program Dr. J. Crayton Pruitt Mrs. Mildred H. Street Mrs. Virginia N. Toombs FURMAN–IOTA James M. Ney LO#2361 GEORGIA–GAMMA Upshaw C. Bentley Jr.+ W. Waldo Bradley Daniel G. Broos G. Anthony Campbell John H. Crawford IV J. Rex Fuqua Rutledge A. Griffin Jr. George M. D. Hunt IV William W. Kidd LO#744+ Paul V. Kilpatrick Jr. LO#673 Robert E. Knox Jr. Andrew Hall Knox Jefferson B. A. Knox S. Wistar Lewis Malcolm H. Liles LO#342 Matthew G. Moffett GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA Charles L. Wallace LO#1829 HOUSTON BAPTIST– DELTA SIGMA Russell C. Brown LO#22 Douglas B. Harris LO#873

OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA Richard C. Beveridge+ OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI Sam O. Leake Jr. LO#21

RICHMOND–ETA Clayton Eugene Bunting Esq. LO#204 Raymond Wilkinson+

NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON Wallace A. Brown Jr.+ Morris W. Pully LO#189 NORTH TEXAS–GAMMA LAMBDA Larry F. Robb LO#66+

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CALIFORNIA–ALPHA XI Lloyd P. Cornell Jr.+ Kenneth R. Mitchell+ Julian A. Pardini+ CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA William T. Green LO#812

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA Otis M. Healy LO#1518

CHARLESTON–BETA GAMMA Clayton P. Boardman III LO#1917

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA James Michael Duncan LO#11

CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON Charles C. Mickel

TENNESSEE–PI Michael R. Gonzalez LO#174

DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON Dr. William R. Baldt Dr. John A. Hildreth MD LO#1176 Bruce L. Hudson Esq. LO#2148 Michael D. Wedlick RCDD LO#580

TEXAS-ARLINGTON– DELTA IOTA Alfred Diaz Jr. LO#549 TRANSYLVANIA– ALPHA THETA Michael D. McCaslin+

VIRGINIA TECH–EPSILON ETA James H. Cochrane Jr. LO#804

MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI Dr. Chad E. Wagoner LO#32

AUBURN–NU James D. Kay Jr. LO#2147 William T. Morgan III

UNIV. OF THE SOUTH– ALPHA ALPHA G. Patterson Apperson III LO#266 Alvan S. Arnall LO#1054+ Robert D. Fowler+

MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA Richard A. Barnes H. Lynn Greer Jr. LO#105

MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA Robert W. Maupin LO#1591 Lewis H. Wyman III LO#47

APPALACHIAN STATE– DELTA PSI M. Lee Barnes Jr. LO#1396 R. Craig Cass LO#2700

RHODES–ALPHA EPSILON Rufus W. Shivers+

TULSA–MU William W. Francis IV LO#500

MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU Earnest W. Deavenport Jr. LO#1318 Hunter W. Henry Jr.+ C. Douglas Simmons III LO#179

ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA Clyde B. Anderson George Merrill Jones III LO#385 Carl E. Jones Jr. Thomas C. Moxley F. Brook Voght+ Ernest G. Williams+

OGLETHORPE–BETA NU Max S. Flynt Jr.+

MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA David C. Wadlington

MISSISSIPPI–ALPHA UPSILON David T. Martineau V Richard Baxter Wilson Jr. LO#93

$10,000 TO $24,999

NORTHWESTERN STATE– GAMMA PSI W. Julian Foy+

EASTERN KENTUCKY– DELTA MU James C. Musser EMORY–EPSILON James L. Ferman Sr.+ James L. Matte John M. McNatt Jr. John W. Stephenson

VMI–BETA COMMISSION SGM E. Kent McMichael LO#251 Dr. Andrew J. Thacker+

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA Michael D. Abney LO#933+ Wogan S. Badcock Jr.+

WAKE FOREST–TAU Dr. John W. Nowell+ Hon. David M. Warren LO#13

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Alpha Upsilon Chapter American Endowment Foundation John Paul Foundation GrandStand Sports, Inc. Retirement Plan Contributions IRA Mrs. Helen R. O'Mara Howard C. Pickett Jim Possehl The Chapters of Irwin Province Elizabeth Hampton Trust McCall Trust

WASHINGTON UNIV.– BETA THETA Eugene E. Brucker WEST VIRGINIA–ALPHA RHO Dr. Richard T. Feller+ WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA Darren S. Kay LO#55 Dr. James Michael Schmuck LO#1064 Thaddeus Aaron Stubbs LO#2009 WOFFORD–DELTA La Fon C. Dees LO#1852 Robert E. Graham Jr.

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GEORGE WASHINGTON– ALPHA NU John D. Smoot Jr.+

GEORGETOWN–BETA DELTA Donald W. Webb Sr.+ Ralph Dudley Webb

MISSOURI STATE– GAMMA BETA Gordon L. Kinne LO#886

GEORGIA–GAMMA Mark C. Cross Jr. John Evans Dowlen Jr. Hugh M. Inman+ John R. Jackson John D. Jones Jr. LO#989 John F. Knight Jefferson B. A. Knox Jr. Mr Stephen C. Owings George W. Simmons

NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON Hugo A. Pearce III LO#506

GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA Edward Lawrence Kelly LO#1336 HAMPDEN-SYDNEY– ALPHA TAU W. Birch Douglass III LO#2521 JOHNS HOPKINS– ALPHA LAMBDA G. Walther Ewalt LO#77+ Francis E. Gardiner Jr. LO#1941 LAMAR–GAMMA XI Hon. Anthony L. Polumbo LOUISIANA STATE– ALPHA GAMMA Paul R. Burns LO#46 Ray P. Oden Jr. LO#637+ William T. Pegues III+ LOUISIANA TECH– GAMMA ALPHA Erik T. Showalter LO#884 MARSHALL–BETA UPSILON Franklin T. Brackman MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA Lawrence A. Heinze LO#2242 MCNEESE STATE–DELTA XI Ethan J. Bush LO#18 MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA Kenneth A. May Gregory R. Singleton LO#184 MERCER–KAPPA Rev. James L. Duncan+ M. Tom Faircloth LO#19 James T. Turner Jr. LO#963 MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA Bennett P. Applegate MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA Thomas H. Campbell Nicholas S. Palmer LO#1864 MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU Nat S. Rogers LO#646+ Charles M. Sours LO#640+ MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU Stephen L. Burwell LO#1993 U. Edwin Garrison MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA James Earl Davis LO#1084 Loren Q. Hanson LO#883+ David T. O'Neal Jr. Kenneth Rickli LO#922

NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON Charles Z. Flack Jr.+ Frederick L. Munds Jr. LO#1890+ George A. Webster NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA Paul F. Haddock III LO#408 Robert Jones Smith LO#2957 NORTH CAROLINACHARLOTTE–EPSILON XI Steven Morris Williams LO#1631 NORTHWESTERN STATE– GAMMA PSI Charles Randolph Gentz LO#2816 OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA Wayne T. Biddle+ Jerry L. Milligan+ William Jeffrey Thompson OKLAHOMA CITY– GAMMA KAPPA Steve C. Knight LO#1147 PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI J. Derrill Rice PURDUE–EPSILON RHO Michael Jerry Garrison RANDOLPH-MACON–ZETA Hon. Porter Hardy Jr.+ RHODES–ALPHA EPSILON John H. Bryan Jr. RICHMOND–ETA Grant V. Harrison+ ROLLINS–ALPHA PSI Stewart Turley LO#312 SOUTH ALABAMA– EPSILON ALPHA Hon. M. Donald Davis Jr. LO#570 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA Red Cavaney CAE LO#3179 J. Frank Mahoney III+ Carlton Mulcahy Rogers+ Warren Reed Sprinkel LO#656 SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA Warren S. Wingert LO#2116 STANFORD–ALPHA PI John B. De Nault LO#2973 William J. Hagenah LO#1155 James Parker Myerson LO#3090 Robert Daniel Valdez STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE– DELTA KAPPA Steven M. Steele LO#1645

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Cumulative Giving (continued)

+ deceased LO = Loyal Order

TENNESSEE–PI Dr. Edwin P. Rather LO#617 TEXAS–OMICRON Franklin W. Denius Norman C. George LO#2672 James D. Goudge Clyde R. Littlefield LO#860 Frank P. Sebastian Jr.+ TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI James R. Purvis LO#678 John E. Simpson III TULANE–PSI

W. Thomas Hopkins TULSA–MU Frank W. Podpechan LO#445 John Sulton Jr.+ VALDOSTA STATE–DELTA RHO Robert W. Hagan LO#2150 VANDERBILT–CHI William W. Featheringill LO#819+ Paul H. Kuhn Jr. LO#2103 Samuel W. Magruder LO#1406 Philip D. Rowe Jr. LO#697 VIRGINIA–LAMBDA Victor H. Hanson II LO#315 Gregory A. McCrickard LO#3137 VMI–BETA COMMISSION COL Henry Joyce Foresman Jr., (Ret.) LO#1361 COL William H. Hastings Jr. (Ret.) LO#691+ Dr. O. Hunter McClung Jr.+ WAKE FOREST–TAU David P. Barksdale LO#156 Ross A. Berlin LO#3139 Robert McWhorter Boswell III John L. Hall LO#870 J. Guy Revelle Jr.+ WASHINGTON COLLEGE– BETA OMEGA Dr. James L. Bowers LO#496 George T. Cromwell Jr.+ Douglas S. Ewalt LO#78 Joseph M. Van Name III LO#69 UNIV. OF WASHINGTON– ZETA MU Jeffrey G. Leigh

WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA Gary D. Barnes William K. Dillingham LO#1425 M. Tyler Griffin LO#114 Dr. Burnell Landers LO#1885 Louis W. Romigh+ WOFFORD–DELTA Dr. March E. Seabrook

$5,000 TO $9,999 ALABAMA–ALPHA BETA Charles M. Fitts Jr. LO#639 Arthur L. Lenahan+ Ken D. Tidwell APPALACHIAN STATE– DELTA PSI Dr. D. Wayne Whetsell LO#2601 Stuart F. Whetsell LO#2185 ARIZONA–GAMMA EPSILON Wayne E. Dawson LO#2718 Colby J. Hunter Todd H. Langley LO#1979+ ARKANSAS TECH– EPSILON ZETA E.L. Scott McLain LO#3104 AUBURN–NU J. Stephen Powell III BAYLOR–DELTA OMEGA Keven Brelsford Caldarera BETHANY–BETA BETA Lawrence S. Branch LO#1262+ BIRMINGHAMSOUTHERN–PHI Joseph M. Farley+ Robert Ervin Luckie Jr+ William B. Reed LO#520

FLORIDA–BETA ZETA Henry H. Beckwith LO#346 Dr. Donald M. Bryan MD John W. Frost II LO#1235 Leland M. Hawes Jr.+ Randolph W. McLaughlin W. Godfrey Smith+ Edward G. Sullivan Esq. LO#1393 Chas. Robert Yates FLORIDA SOUTHERN– GAMMA PI COL Guy D. Colado LO#1832 L. Lamar Rou Jr.+

CALIFORNIA-RIVERSIDE– EPSILON EPSILON Michael A. Costa LO#1622

FRIENDS OF THE ORDER Charlie R. Ashford Jr.+ Alpha Beta Chapter Gamma Eta Chapter Mu Chapter The Chapters of Graves Province State Mutual Insurance Company James Ward Wood Prov. Court of Honor Robert R. Feagin III Duke Energy Foundation Jurenko Foundation Overstreet Short Mountain Foundation Sumter & Ivilyn Lowry Foundation Mrs. Virginia Hardesty Kappa Alpha Tenth Order

CENTENARY–ALPHA IOTA Lewis T. Baker Jr.

CLEMSON–DELTA OMICRON Milton E. Pate David A. Pattillo Timothy J. Reed LO#769 DAVIDSON–SIGMA Thomas M. Belk+

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Ms. Suzy Nelson Ms. Kimberly J. Novak Travis M. Osborne Windsor Plaza Mrs. Frances M. Pruitt Deloitte Services LP J. Frank Surface Ms. Martha P. Tarpen John Nicholas Galvin Trust John L. Wynne Delos H. Yancey III FURMAN–IOTA Lawrence L. Keefer LO#959 C. Tucker Moore LO#1278 GEORGE MASON–EPSILON PHI Philip P. Noftsinger LO#208 GEORGETOWN–BETA DELTA Robert A. Gritton+ GEORGIA–GAMMA William Y. Atkinson IV Harry G. Haisten Jr. LO#2911 Steve K. Kendrick Sam D. King William L. Nix Neal J. Quirk GEORGIA TECH–ALPHA SIGMA William Hand Allen LO#795 Daniel H. Bradley Barry E. Cox LO#1710 Frederick W. Dismuke Sr.+ JACKSONVILLE STATE– DELTA PHI Marcus E. Angle Jr. LO#1082 Stephen J. Lafollette LO#2330 Jeff A. Parker LO#1358 JOHNS HOPKINS– ALPHA LAMBDA Craig S. Thompson KENTUCKY–THETA W. Hunt Smock LO#3244 LAMBUTH–GAMMA OMICRON Dan H. Akin LO#2549 Dr. Thomas Scott Dunavant Jr. LO#588 Tom David Wagster Jr. LO#1295 LOUISIANA STATE– ALPHA GAMMA W. Regi Mullins T. Michael Stanberry LO#1773 LOUISIANA TECH– GAMMA ALPHA John R. Bolton LO#2666 Ronnie E. Bounds Jr. Donald O'Neal LO#2815 Douglas W. Robertson LO#110 LOUISIANA-MONROE– GAMMA NU William M. McGee LO#987 Samuel A. Wigley+ LOUISVILLE–BETA OMICRON Robert M. Bouse LO#729

MARSHALL–BETA UPSILON Robert W. Buskirk II LO#2943 Thomas Michael Cobb LO#1542 Roger P. Wood LO#1681 MARYLAND–BETA KAPPA Ernest R. Eaton Jr. Robert M. Ross LO#1279 Thomas T. Wallace MEMPHIS–GAMMA GAMMA MG James L. Hobson Jr. LO#2401 Michael E. Hopper LO#976 Charles E. Stone LO#2741 MERCER–KAPPA King V. Aiken Jr. LO#99 Robert A. Bowen Jr. R. M. Warren III LO#2453 MIAMI–EPSILON LAMBDA Gregory B. Smith MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE– DELTA LAMBDA Julian B. Baker Jr. LO#1492 John R. Milam MIDWESTERN STATE– GAMMA OMEGA William M. Bone Mitchell S. Hill LO#2568 William R. Thacker LO#914 MILLSAPS–ALPHA MU Bruce D. Stafford LO#1280+ MISSISSIPPI– ALPHA UPSILON Douglas C. Stone+ Hollis C. Thompson Jr.+ Hon. W. Swan Yerger (Ret.) LO#1759 MISSISSIPPI STATE–BETA TAU William Fritz Maxwell Sr. LO#662 John W. Ramsay+ Leo W. Seal Jr.+ MISSOURI–ALPHA KAPPA Kenneth L. Brown LO#313 Ralph O. Hoevelman LO#2255 Charles J. Hoffman Jr. LO#830 Carl S. Quinn LO#926 MISSOURI S&T–BETA ALPHA George T. Wootten Jr. MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE– DELTA PI Robert D. Kelly LO#25 MISSOURI STATE– GAMMA BETA Harry R. Baker LO#964 Christopher J. Puricelli NEWBERRY–DELTA EPSILON Michael E. Gunn Edgar L. Woods NORTH CAROLINA–UPSILON William Robinson Frazier+ John R. Griffin Jr. LO#1675 J. Emmett Sebrell+ Thomas Hamilton Sloan V. Charles Wyatt

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FRANCIS MARION–DELTA TAU Kenneth Wayne Jackson LO#1123

CITADEL–THETA COMMISSION CPT Ronald C. Plunkett LO#2241

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EMORY–EPSILON John W. Cox+ John T. Glover Norman George Houston III J. Gordon McGill William D. Morrison LT James M. Tallman, MD LO#834 Randolph William Thrower Sr.+ Gordon S. Varnedoe Robert W. Woodruff+

CALIFORNIA-DAVIS– EPSILON GAMMA Dr. Larry A. Jenkins

WEST VIRGINIA–ALPHA RHO James A. Todd Jr. LO#1861

DUKE–ALPHA PHI Richard R. Crosier LO#433 George G. Guthrie Jack Y. Harrison LO#1481 John B. McKinnon Edwin F. Payne A. Curtis Walker+

FLORIDA STATE–GAMMA ETA Anonymous M.R. Buck Clements Jr.+ William G. Smith Jr.

CHARLESTON–BETA GAMMA Douglas D. Ashley LO#284+ Dr. W. McLeod Frampton Jr.+

WESTERN CAROLINA– DELTA ALPHA Jesse Samuel Lyons LO#39

DRURY–BETA IOTA George W. Culler Jr.+ Bret R. Neathery LO#972 Jack R. Taylor LO#2022

BOWLING GREEN STATE– ZETA LAMBDA Kevin P. Hughes LO#3108

WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA William G. Bean Jr. LO#661 M. Allen Dickson+

WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– BETA CHI Millard L. Cursey Jr. LO#537

DELAWARE–BETA EPSILON Stephen R. Welch LO#1672

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ANNUAL REPORT

’16 Cumulative Giving (continued) NORTH CAROLINA STATE– ALPHA OMEGA Ceasar Cone III Marshall James Donathan Jr. LO#1144 Dickson M. Lupo G. Smedes York LO#2540 NORTH CAROLINACHARLOTTE–EPSILON XI Shawn M. Kocher LO#1424 NORTH TEXAS– GAMMA LAMBDA Blake E. Benney LO#1137 NORTHWESTERN STATE– GAMMA PSI Thomas M. Wright CPA LO#978 OKLAHOMA–BETA ETA Henry R. Carr Sr.+ Christopher S. Hoppe David A. Kimbell LO#1294+ William C. Routh LO#1418 Warren B. Weeks Jr. LO#805 OKLAHOMA CITY– GAMMA KAPPA Dr. Charles R. Walker OKLAHOMA STATE–BETA XI Kent T. Chapin LO#1258 Bill J. Ramsey OLD DOMINION– DELTA GAMMA W. Thomas Bell LO#559 Timothy L. Kelly III David M. O'Dell LO#24 PRESBYTERIAN–BETA PI Arthur F. Jones II William M. Matthews V LO#2745 PURDUE–EPSILON RHO Jeffrey W. Love LO#79 RANDOLPH-MACON–ZETA Richard L. Burke LO#1038 Dr. Stephen P. Long LO#876 Littleton M. Maxwell LO#568 RICHMOND–ETA Bernard G. Cline Jr.+ George W. McCall III LO#2607 Hubel Robins Jr.+ ROANOKE–BETA RHO Hon. Paul Jason Cording LO#54 Curtis A. Sumpter+ James C. Turk Jr. John H. Turner Jr. LO#2596 ROLLINS–ALPHA PSI E. William Pautler Jr. SAM HOUSTON STATE– GAMMA TAU Darron E. Franta LO#856 SAN DIEGO STATE– GAMMA IOTA David K. Dere LO#83

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UNIV. OF THE SOUTH– ALPHA ALPHA Nelson H. Puett LO#1485 William R. Stamler Jr. LO#257

TEXAS TECH–GAMMA CHI Mitchell Louis Heidenheimer Larry D. Meyers LO#790 E. Powell Thompson

SOUTH ALABAMA– EPSILON ALPHA Paul W. Lammers LO#108 D. Brady Wilson LO#1741

TRANSYLVANIA– ALPHA THETA Michael P. Wilson LO#40

SOUTH CAROLINA–RHO W. Edgar Helms III LO#985+ Robert P. Jordan Thomas M. Lane Ernest G. Lawhorne SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA– BETA SIGMA Robert J. Lucas LO#1683 Grafton P. Tanquary Jr. Kenneth Amestoy Tipton LO#1249+ SOUTHERN METHODIST– BETA LAMBDA William D. Balthrope Hon. William P. Clements Jr.+ Dustin B. Donnell Brad B. Freeman LO#1942 John M. Moore LO#1704 Loy B. Moore LO#1212 SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI– GAMMA ZETA James H. Heidelberg LO#1007 SOUTHWESTERN–XI James M. Croley LO#1561 Edwin Bryan Gentle Clyde Mick Jones LO#166 George G. Langston III LO#545 Gary T. Scott LO#859 STANFORD–ALPHA PI Robert F. Sawyer TENNESSEE–PI COL John B. McKinney LO#745+ William S. Porter LO#1083 TENNESSEE-MARTIN– DELTA UPSILON Charles S. Briggs LO#285 TEXAS–OMICRON Richard M. Blades Wofford F. Denius J. Kirby Ewing LO#930 Lowell H. Lebermann Jr.+ Richard M. Lucas+ Clarence M. Malone Jr. Hon. Robert M. Pittenger TEXAS A&M-COMMERCE– GAMMA UPSILON John F. Ory LO#59 Marc Allan Scott LO#88 Mr John Terry Turner TEXAS STATE–EPSILON IOTA F. Michael Carr Scott D. Carter Ronald R. Morgan LO#295+

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TULANE–PSI Black Blackshear Hamilton Chaffe III LO#1778 TULSA–MU George Keith Hatheway+ Joe F. Mills LO#260

VALDOSTA STATE– DELTA RHO James Aylor Anderson Jr.+ J. Larkin Wright Jr.

VANDERBILT–CHI William P. Acker III LO#15 M. Timothy Carey LO#1394 W. Winston Hoy Jr. LO#2091 William A. Mitchell Jr.

Annual Giving by Chapter The following list shows how many individual donors, both Active and Alumni, from each of these chapters gave a gift to the KAOEF and the total amounts of gifts per chapter. No members from your chapter donated if your chapter is not listed. Figures are reflective of initiates of specified chapter. Transfer chapters are not indicated.

VMI–BETA COMMISSION Henry J. Foresman Sr.+ MG Richard Logan Irby+ George G. Phillips Jr. J. Carlton Showalter Jr. LTC William Earl Wray Jr., (Ret.) LO#872 WAKE FOREST–TAU J. Melville Broughton III

WASHINGTON COLLEGE– BETA OMEGA William R. Janney III LO#45 Dietrich H. Steffens+ WASHINGTON & LEE–ALPHA Peter M. Candler John G. Guerrant+ WEST TEXAS A&M– GAMMA SIGMA Dr. Garry L. Nall LO#929 WEST VIRGINIA– ALPHA RHO James W. Craig LO#1417+ Gregory J. Totterdale WEST VIRGINIA WESLEYAN– BETA CHI Stephen E. Foster LO#2062 David E. Reemsnyder II WESTERN KENTUCKY– EPSILON THETA Jay F. Rutherford Jr. LO#1331 WESTMINSTER–ALPHA ETA Raymond F. Burfeind LO#894 Dr. Paul J. Davis Travis L. Sartain LO#214 Carl Trauernicht Jr.+ WILLIAM JEWELL– ALPHA DELTA Robert T. Steinkamp LO#1282 WOFFORD–DELTA Raymond Scott Heath LO#2243 Dr. Paul D. Kountz Jr. LO#1843 Jerry J. Richardson

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SCHOOL

$4,687.28 11 5,869.06 17 2,664.40 17 30.00 1 1,000.00 5 5,674.30 3 250.00 1 316.58 3 55,177.81 22 854.38 18 6,450.00 4 1,040.00 2 3,485.00 11 1,992.52 10 6,400.00 9 1,000.00 1 125.00 2 2,058.66 12 1,011.71 5 3,800.00 10 17,752.72 30 743.65 9 19,000.00 20 4,959.3 14 696.16 4 7,630.00 21 1,990.12 15 257.44 4 2,905.21 11 105.95 2 8,779.97 28 26,212.00 46 2,532.4 12 2,275.00 5 9,189.52 69 15,733.66 10 3,339.33 16 20.00 1 859.16 6 725.00 6 16,973.89 21 300.00 2 2,821.73 16 7,542.98 31 7,637.01 9 150.00 1 3,262.50 4 1,300.00 5 8,231.65 9 10.00 1 2,275.00 4 2,850.31 14 2,395.00 8 9,670.75 17 4,232.25 18 476.35 5 2747.5 27 1,250.00 2 3,163.75 12 13,407.30 17 6,365.00 7 6,321.55 18 6,174.54 23 7,967.20 22 365.00 5 11,960.88 17 13,072.56 16 15,785.00 17 21,643.57 20 11,616.15 28 21,736.24 19 5,541.62 33 5,945.11 14 2,600.00 7 435.00 4 225.00 3 4,041.08 17 127.00 1

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North Carolina Upsilon $3,295.49 23 North Carolina State Alpha Omega 59,954.41 29 North Carolina-Charlotte Epsilon Xi 1,075.83 12 North Carolina-Wilmington Epsilon Psi 500.00 1 North Florida Zeta Nu 296.18 3 North Texas Gamma Lambda 8,062.84 15 Northern Arizona Epsilon Tau 485.31 4 Northwestern State Gamma Psi 1,993.23 12 Oglethorpe Beta Nu 195.00 3 Oklahoma Beta Eta 19,603.89 27 Oklahoma City Gamma Kappa 4,284.33 14 Oklahoma State Beta Xi 6,582.16 17 Old Dominion Delta Gamma 10,279.33 11 Presbyterian Beta Pi 4,873.00 18 Purdue Epsilon Rho 5,966.00 5 Randolph-Macon Zeta 5,922.00 14 Rhodes Alpha Epsilon 545.00 4 Richmond Eta 4,752.15 16 Roanoke Beta Rho 6,427.93 14 Rollins Alpha Psi 1,150.00 2 Sam Houston State Gamma Tau 1,733.69 6 San Diego State Gamma Iota 250.00 2 Univ. of the South Alpha Alpha 4,919.37 12 San Jose State Gamma Delta 675.00 3 South Alabama Epsilon Alpha 1,135.00 3 South Carolina Rho 7,097.00 26 Southeastern Louisiana Epsilon Kappa 1,147.18 6 Southern California Beta Sigma 5,071.81 17 Southern Illinois Zeta Sigma 20.23 1 Southern Indiana Zeta Omicron 77.02 3 Southern Methodist Beta Lambda 20,377.82 28 Southern Mississippi Gamma Zeta 2,009.16 7 Southwestern Xi 6,460.89 15 Stanford Alpha Pi 10,400.00 16 Stephen F. Austin State Delta Kappa 4,949.85 9 Tarleton State Epsilon Pi 100.00 1 Tennessee Pi 1,100.99 6 Tennessee-Martin Delta Upsilon 3,738.18 11 Texas Omicron 10,283.00 16 Texas A&M Epsilon Delta 474.72 5 Texas A&M-Commerce Gamma Upsilon 627.38 4 Texas State Epsilon Iota 15,309.46 20 Texas Tech Gamma Chi 21,638.72 30 Texas Wesleyan Zeta Xi 83.65 3 Texas-Arlington Delta Iota 3,791.20 10 Transylvania Alpha Theta 9,270.24 44 Tulane Psi 2,594.00 10 Tulsa Mu 6,256.84 22 USMA Sigma Alpha Commission 250.00 2 USNA Sigma Beta Commission 224.18 1 Valdosta State Delta Rho 7,064.50 25 Vanderbilt Chi 3,333.75 16 Virginia Lambda 3,539.00 7 Virginia Tech Epsilon Eta 3,863.23 5 Virginia Wesleyan Epsilon Omicron 354.32 3 VMI Beta Commission 15,433.73 71 Wake Forest Tau 13,705.74 16 Washington College Beta Omega 13,019.33 14 Washington Univ. Beta Theta 400.00 4 Univ. of Washington Zeta Mu 1,394.33 4 Washington & Lee Alpha 3,771.13 20 West Florida Epsilon Sigma 200.00 3 West Georgia Zeta Kappa 256.36 2 West Texas A&M Gamma Sigma 5,157.70 16 West Virginia Alpha Rho 2,755.00 10 West Virginia Wesleyan Beta Chi 3,800.38 11 Western Carolina Delta Alpha 4,624.81 16 Western Kentucky Epsilon Theta 3,109.41 11 Westminster Alpha Eta 21,597.81 52 William & Mary Alpha Zeta 345,400.50 16 William Jewell Alpha Delta 85,505.56 23 Wingate Zeta Zeta 250.00 2 Wofford Delta 7,700.00 17 Omega Commission 980.00 2 Friends of the Order 83,643.31 137 Totals

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Alabama Alpha Beta Appalachian State Delta Psi Arizona Gamma Epsilon Arizona State Epsilon Omega Arkansas State Delta Eta Arkansas Tech Epsilon Zeta Arkansas Alpha Omicron Arkansas-Fort Smith Zeta Rho Auburn Nu Austin Peay State Zeta Tau Baylor Delta Omega Bethany Beta Beta Birmingham-Southern Phi Bowling Green State Zeta Lambda California Alpha Xi California State-Bakersfield Epsilon Upsilon California-Riverside Epsilon Epsilon Centenary Alpha Iota Charleston Beta Gamma Citadel Theta Commission Clemson Delta Omicron Davidson Sigma Delaware Beta Epsilon Delta State Delta Beta Drury Beta Iota Duke Alpha Phi East Carolina Gamma Rho East Tennessee State Delta Delta Eastern Kentucky Delta Mu Elon Epsilon Mu Emory Epsilon Florida Beta Zeta Florida Gulf Coast Zeta Pi Florida Southern Gamma Pi Florida State Gamma Eta Francis Marion Delta Tau Furman Iota George Mason Epsilon Phi George Washington Alpha Nu Georgetown Beta Delta Georgia Gamma Georgia College Epsilon Nu Georgia Southern Delta Theta Georgia Tech Alpha Sigma Hampden-Sydney Alpha Tau Houston Gamma Mu Houston Baptist Delta Sigma Indiana State Zeta Iota Jacksonville State Delta Phi James Madison Zeta Theta Johns Hopkins Alpha Lambda Kentucky Theta Lambuth Gamma Omicron Louisiana State Alpha Gamma Louisiana Tech Gamma Alpha Louisiana-Lafayette Gamma Phi Louisiana-Monroe Gamma Nu Louisville Beta Omicron Marshall Beta Upsilon Maryland Beta Kappa McNeese State Delta Xi Memphis Gamma Gamma Mercer Kappa Miami (OH) Epsilon Lambda Miami (FL) Gamma Theta Middle Tennessee State Delta Lambda Midwestern State Gamma Omega Millsaps Alpha Mu Mississippi Alpha Upsilon Mississippi State Beta Tau Missouri Alpha Kappa Missouri S&T Beta Alpha Missouri Southern State Delta Pi Missouri State Gamma Beta Murray State Delta Nu New Mexico Beta Phi Newberry Delta Epsilon Nicholls State Epsilon Beta

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Foundation Today

Bid for Brotherhood Sweeps the Plains for Success OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA, PLAYED HOST TO THE 19TH ANNUAL BID FOR BROTHERHOOD

(B4B) on Friday, July 29, 2016. Held at V2 atop the Devon Tower, more than 100 active and alumni brothers and their guests enjoyed food, fun, and fellowship while taking in spectacular views of Oklahoma City. The generosity of these attendees, and online bidders from all over the country, helped to raise nearly $53,000 for the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation (KAOEF). The last available Commemorative Uberti/Winchester 1873 rifl , commissioned for the Sesquicentennial, and tickets to Super Bowl LI in Houston highlighted a wide variety of items available for bid as part of both the live and silent auctions. Other items included several vacation packages, tickets for sporting events, KA apparel and accessories, and even a signed pair of shoes worn by NBA star Chris Paul during his 2005â&#x20AC;&#x201C;06 Rookie of the Year season. Since 1998, more than $840,000 has been raised through B4B. These funds support leadership education programs and scholarships for our undergraduate brothers. Mark your calendars for the 20th Annual Bid for Brotherhood, to be held in St. Louis, Missouri, on Friday, July 28, 2017, in conjunction with the 77th Convention.

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Irvin S. Barnard by Bel Arbor Builders Inc Sumpter T. Priddy Jr. Richard T. Wheeler Larry S. Wiese Luther E. Bell Jr. by Timothy K. Adams

On September 23, the Board of Trustees of the KAOEF gained three new members, having been approved by the Committee on Trustees and the Order’s Executive Council. Their first meeting was at the Marriott Renaissance in Charleston, South Carolina. They will serve a three-year term beginning this fall.

Howard Boulter Jr. by James P. Smith Allen S. Brisson by Stuart F. Whetsell Raymond E. Campbell by C OL Winton Grier Campbell Jr.

Jerry Neal Daniel by R obert B. and Cissa Glenn Jr.

Roy E. Matthews by Pat Matthews Mario Fernando Mayorga by High Point University George William McCall Jr. by George W. McCall III

David T. Hagood by Walter Wingfield Walker Jr.

Richard A. McClure by C MDR James R. McClure USN (Ret.)

Loren Que Hanson by The Hon. David M. Warren

Virginia McLean by Dr. Idris R. Traylor Jr. PhD

Richard A. Hawton by Edeltraud Hawton

Frank Manly McWilliams Jr. by Mr. & Mrs. Ingram D. Tynes Larry S. Wiese

James E. Hooks by Rosann F. Hooks Bruce Hopkins by D r. George William Hopkins Jr.

Loren D. Melton by C. Alan Melton Richard Stuart Monaghan by Robert E. Petty William J. Neely by William E. Watson Allen M. Norris by Mark W. Buyck Jr. Julian A. Pardini by Russell D. Summers Edwin Wiley Parker by Edwin W. Parker II

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Larry A. Ledsome by T. Michael Cobb

E. Fleming Mason by Jesse Brown

Carroll F. Hoffman by T. Michael Cobb

Roy A. Lake by Harry R. Tishler

David C. Conner by Scott L. Raley

Dr. E. Douglas Hodo by Larry S. Wiese

Willard Jennings by James F. Kirtley

James P. Connell Jr. by C OL Walter Middleton Fitts Sr.

Robert C. Hickman by Jerry D. Carlisle

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W. Baxter Jennings by Jay F. Rutherford Jr.

COL Larry Wayne Madden (Ret) by Charles C. Caldwell Clair F. Jones Edward Franklin Keller Steve C. and Suzan Knight Dr. Virgil D. Medlin Dr. Joel A. Nickles Dr. Charles R. Walker Larry S. Wiese

Andrew H. Heyward Jr. by Andrew H. Heyward III

Joseph F. Jares by Larry S. Wiese

Lindsey Carter by R obert B. and Cissa Glenn Jr.

Hubert W. Green Jr. by The Hon. Paul W. Green

Erik T. Showalter (Gamma Alpha– Louisiana Tech ’02) Assistant Vice President, Community Counseling Service Co., LLC

Burton A. Richards III by E. Linwood Swain Jr.

Charles A. Long Jr. by W. T. Goodloe Rutland

John Wesley Darden Jr. by Jesse S. Lyons

Steve C. Knight (Gamma Kappa– Oklahoma City ’70) Retired, formerly in medical sales

James D. Hunter

Michael Davis Carlisle by Charles B. Bernhard III

James Harwood Cochrane by S amuel Z. Ammen Court of Honor by Larry S. Wiese

Dan H. Akin (Gamma Omicron– Lambuth ’60) Retired, formerly in hospital administration

James Dean Hull II by M AJ R. J. MacDowell USAF (Ret)

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Pettie D. Walden by SGT William R. Harper

Cole Marlin Cannington by Royce M. Cannington III

Bryan Collier Heck by Ross W. Newberry

W. Madison Wickham by Andrew P. Carr

Steven H. Purdy by H. Mark Purdy

William T. Ware Jr. by Kent T. Chapin

F. Michael Carr by Andrew P. Carr

Robert T. Wienges by Donald O. Davis

John D. Rather IV by Dr. Edwin P. Rather

Dr. Julian Marion Warren by Timothy K. Adams Larry S. Wiese

C. Langdon Cheves Jr. by Norman George Houston III

George Alexander Jenkins IV by D r. George Alexander Jenkins III, MD

Mark R. Read by Chris R. Sawyer J. Guy Revelle Jr. by Gertrude Revelle The Hon. David M. Warren Gretta Robb by The Hon. David M. Warren Larry S. Wiese Frank E. Ruby by James F. Kirtley Vance E. Rule by Timothy K. Adams MAJ Charles A. Bertalot by William E. and Linda Dreyer M. Tyler Griffin Jesse S. Lyons Ben W. Satcher Jr. Dr. Idris R. Traylor Jr. PhD Larry S. Wiese Bryce C. Ruth Jr. by James W. Wood Jr. Linda Gale Scholl by Charles L. Kazlow Evan William Spear by Ryan Stass Dr. Oscar S. Spivey Jr. by Timothy K. Adams Bruce D. Stafford by Dr. Russell Peyton Atchley DMD Jeremy L. Starns by James E. Boyer David C. Sullivan by M G Donald R. Gardner USMC (Ret) Michael E. Hopper Charles E. Stone Thomas L. Tune Jr. by Samuel G. Cole III Irby Turner III by Stanley J. Viner Dr. P. William Vaught by Jason L. Potts Sydney Leigh Wade by Dwight Wade Spencer and Durene Wade The Hon. David M. Warren Larry S. and Dawn Wiese Mason and Michelle Wiese

William R. White by James E. Byrne Jr. CPT Richard Craig Williams by C PT John W. Swartzwelder Jr. William M. Withers by Chris R. Sawyer James C. Young by COL Larry W. Madden The Hon. David M. Warren Larry S. Wiese

Donation In Honor of: Timothy K. Adams by D. Melson Butler Alpha Pi-Stanford University by Richard B. Robinson Alpha Tau ChapterHampden Sydney College by Raymond B. Bottom Jr. Marcus E. Angle Jr. by Andrew P. Carr Richard A. Barnes by H. Lynn Greer Jr. Beta Epsilon-Univeristy of Delaware by Robert I. Wright Beta Upsilon ChapterMarshall University by Dr. William T. Cohee Lawrence S. Branch by Herbert L. R. Austin II Dr. Richard G. Birkins Jr. John L. Erskine James V. Forbes Victor J. Herbert Jr. Edward J. Pappas Jerry N. Rutherford Robert D. Sipprell Jr. David J. Smith J. Dennis Britt by Samuel G. Cole III Cherry Britt by Samuel G. Cole III David W. Cade by Andrew P. Carr

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Henry M. Cheves Jr. by Richard Porcher Horne Jr. T. Michael Cobb by Andrew P. Carr Millard L. Cursey Jr. by Andrew P. Carr Thomas A. Davis by Andrew P. Carr Delta Beta ChapterDelta State University by William H. Everitt James W. Wood Jr. Delta ChapterWofford College by A rmando Gonzalez Llorente SPHR Barry B. Donnell by Dustin B. Donnell William E. Dreyer by Dr. Burnell Landers J. Michael Duncan by Alfred Diaz Jr.

William C. Jepsen by Walter L. Dowdle

Larry S. Wiese by Jesse S. Lyons S. Todd Shelton Dr. Idris R. Traylor Jr. PhD

Darren S. Kay by Brent W. Fellows by Jesse S. Lyons by Dr. Idris R. Traylor Jr. PhD

Michael Paul Wilson by Lexington-Rockbridge Jaycees Jesse S. Lyons

Steve C. Knight by 1LT David O. Beal

Richard B. Wilson Jr. by Samuel G. Cole III

SGT Clevie C. Luckadoo Jr. by Jesse S. Lyons

J. B. Wood by SGT William R. Harper

Robert E. Lyon by Andrew P. Carr Jesse S. Lyons by S. Todd Shelton David T. Martineau V by Andrew P. Carr E. Fleming Mason Internship by Jesse Brown Calvin M. Moniz by Andrew P. Carr SSG Luke Edward Murphy by Jesse S. Lyons

Don M. Durham by Dean S. Zang Thomas Henry Ellstrom by MAJ Melbourne H. Pridgen Brent W. Fellows by Jesse S. Lyons Howard E. Fisackerly by C. K. Fisackerly Jr. Robert D. Fletcher by Andrew P. Carr Gamma Alpha ChapterLouisiana Tech University by Patrick G. Coudrain Gamma Chi Chapter-Texas Tech University by James E. Byrne Jr. by Charles C. Chesser CPA Gamma Omega ChapterMidwestern State University by Jesse Brown

CPT Ronald C. Plunkett by Ben W. Satcher Jr. Gary L. Recer by Andrew P. Carr James Guy Revelle by Gertrude Revelle John K. Roberts Jr. by John K. Roberts Ben W. Satcher Jr. by Henry H. Alexander III Chris R. Sawyer by Richard E. Read Dr. and Mrs. James Michael Schmuck by Robert E. Deal Jr. James Cuthbert Self III by William Greory Terry D. Mitchell Sheaffer by Andrew P. Carr

Gamma Sigma-West Texas A&M University by Dr. Garry L. Nall

Philip R. Taylor by C APT Sidney Ezell Wood Jr. USN (Ret.)

David A. Goheen by Thaddeus Matthew Fine

Dr. Idris Rhea Traylor Jr. by H. David Pinson

Dr. D. Tyler Greenfield by Robert D. Fletcher

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Chapter Eternal

The Order Mourns the Loss of Three National Leaders

Irvin Sutherland Barnard

Vance E. Rule

James C. Young

Barnard was born on September 5, 1925, in Richmond, Virginia. He graduated from John Marshall High School and then received his bachelor’s degree from Randolph-Macon College and his master’s degree from New York University. He served as a medic in the U.S. Army in WWII and was a Purple Heart recipient. He taught at Hopewell High School, where he met his former wife and mother of his children, Nancy Butterworth. He later became an insurance agent, which took him to Chicago, New Orleans, Charlotte, and eventually, back to Richmond, where he started his own business, Barnard Insurance Agency (BIA) that he managed until 1971. Barnard served as Ammen Province Commander from 1960 until 1969 and then Councilor from 1969 to 1971. He was also a 60-year member of Richmond Lodge No. 10, AF & AM, serving as Worshipful Master, and member of Welborne United Methodist Church and the American Legion. He was also active in the National Tobacco Festival for many years before it ended. Irving passed away on May 17, 2016, but his KA legacy is survived by his grandson John H. “Harrison” Vance (Delta Omicron– Clemson ‘14).

Rule enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps, completing flight school as WWII was ending. He attended William Jewell College on the G.I. Bill, graduating in 1949. Professionally, following service to various corporations, he entered the fastener industry in 1963, purchasing a small nut and bolt supply company. Rule Fasteners grew to become a manufacturing company stocking more than 19,000 items for wholesale and retail trade in the south central United States. He served as the Philip B. Hamer Province Commander, was a member of the Howard P. Locke Province Court of Honor, and received the Knight Commander’s Accolade from Knight Commander Reynolds S. Cheney. One of the largest donors to the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation (KAOEF), and its predecessor, the Kappa Alpha Scholarship Fund (KASF), Vance served as a Trustee of the KASF, from 1996 to 2003, and as a founding Trustee of the KAOEF in 1982. He supported the KAOEF’s Headquarters Campaign, the Honoring Our Past, Securing Our Future Campaign, and the Sesquicentennial Campaign, and was a member of the Crimson & Gold Society. He also funded in full the KAOEF’s Vance Rule Scholarship. Rule passed away at the age of 91 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, on July 10. He is survived by five children, including Randall (Beta Xi–Oklahoma State ’70) and Bruce (Mu–Tulsa ’74).

After graduating from the Missouri Military Academy, Young enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War. After his service, he attended Oklahoma City University where he served as Number I and met his wife, Carol. The two married and moved to Atlanta, Georgia. Young graduated from Georgia State University in 1963. Young served the Order for more than seventeen years in several capacities. Beginning in September 1956, he served as western regional adviser and then as an alumni secretary. He also served as director of the Centennial Campaign and treasurer of the Kappa Alpha Scholarship Fund (KASF). In September 1962, Young published his first issue as editor of The Kappa Alpha Journal. He would serve as editor for a total of seven years, publishing 29 issues. From 1971 to 1974, he served as Commander of Philip B. Hamer Province, also serving on the Executive Council throughout 1974. Professionally, Young worked in Oklahoma City as director of marketing for Aero Commander and the Oklahoma City Restaurant Group, in Tulsa as director of marketing for Combustion Engineering, and in Houston as Director of Marketing & Communications for Combustion Engineering Oil & Gas Group. After retiring, he started his own marketing in firm in Houston, Texas. Young passed away at the age of 84 in Houston, Texas, on August 4. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carol Gesford Young, son, James Charles Young, Jr., and daughter, Jennifer Lynn Young.

(Zeta–Randolph-Macon ‘47)

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Chapter Eternal The Official Badge of the Order is shown as worn on a “hatchment” (a crepe of piece of black ribbon 1/2" wide and 3/4" long). Brothers are to wear this arrangement during a period of mourning as set forth in the Kappa Alpha Laws (App. 103).”

Alabama Alpha Beta

Duke Alpha Phi

Hampden-Sydney Alpha Tau

Mississippi State Beta Tau

Univ. of the South Alpha Alpha

David W. G. MacIntyre Jr. 1956, 07/21/2016 Charles A. Long Jr. 1947, 06/01/2016 John D. Wyker III 1964, 12/08/2013 Robert N. Almon Sr. 1951, 11/19/2014

Louis L. Sasser Jr. 1949, 06/08/2016 Luther E. Bell Jr. 1956, 02/09/2015 Dr. Philip E. Russell 1940, 05/31/2015

Tristram T. Hyde IV 1960, 04/18/2016

Thomas B. Burkett Jr. 1952, 04/04/2014 John M. Denton 1940, 08/20/2005

Jack G. Goodwin 1949, 06/21/2016 Rutherford R. Cravens 1935, 11/25/2015

Missouri S&T Beta Alpha

Southern California Beta Sigma

Appalachian State Delta Psi

John W. Brockett 1943, 09/12/2011

David A. Moats 1982, 01/14/2012

Herman C. Meadows 1955, 04/10/2015 James M. Hicks 1941, 04/14/2014 Naaman J. Woodland Jr. 1943, 02/23/2015 LTC William P. Craddock Jr. (Ret) 1941, 08/24/2015

Gerald M. Gracis 1968, 03/28/2015 Robert A. Riehle 1941, 10/18/2012 George H. Kahle 1940, 03/04/2016

Marshall Beta Upsilon

Northwestern State Gamma Psi

Robert W. Buskirk II 1937, 01/25/2005

Richard P. Robertson 1965, 04/29/2016

Maryland Beta Kappa

Oklahoma Beta Eta

James A. Barnhart 1947, 07/17/2010

Roy E. Matthews 1949, 08/12/2014

McNeese State Delta Xi

Oklahoma City Gamma Kappa

David C. Conner 1976, 01/26/2016

James C. Young 1952, 08/04/2016

Memphis Gamma Gamma

Presbyterian Beta Pi

Jack W Dunlap Jr 1960, 03/30/2014 John W. Darden Jr. 1969, 04/21/2016

Perry M. Lewis 1982, 04/13/2016 Cliff Y. Davis 1984, 03/22/2016 Samuel C. O’Daniel 1961, 04/05/201

Thomas J. Berry 1936, 04/17/2015 Lewis B. Haynie 1958, 03/29/2015

Furman Iota

Mercer Kappa

Dr. James C. Reynolds 1960, 03/15/2016

Dr. Oscar S. Spivey Jr. 1943, 07/18/2016

George Washington Alpha Nu

Middle Tennessee State Delta Lambda

Michael O. Bullock 1980, 12/17/2015

Arizona Gamma Epsilon David L. Steinheimer 1949, 01/24/2016 Ryan P. Zamanigan 2007, 07/24/2016

Auburn Nu Robert O. Moore 1962, 09/08/2014 Robert J. Glenn 1960, 02/08/2016

Bethany Beta Beta W. Bennett Lewis 1944, 11/04/2014

California Alpha Xi Walter A. Shaff 1951, 12/17/2008 Norman Richard Metz 1947, 09/21/2015 Tim Pieter Hendrik Vorenkamp 2015, 01/10/2016 John A. Rodriguez II 1962, 02/14/2015

Centenary Alpha Iota Charles M. Dillman 1952, 08/24/2016

Charleston Beta Gamma Mark B. Rudisill 1979, 06/23/2016

Davidson Sigma Frank M. McWilliams Jr. 1949, 05/17/2016 John R. Coleman Jr. 1986, 06/20/2016

Delaware Beta Epsilon Horace C. Sherrill Jr. 1941, 02/23/2016

Elon Epsilon Mu

Emory Epsilon Dr. John W. Morris III 1952, 04/09/2014

Florida Beta Zeta Charles H. Sain 1948, 06/27/2013 Rev. Rupert N. Caviness Jr. 1955, 05/03/2016 Dickson S. Woodward 1948, 06/28/2016 L. Fennell May 1941, 07/04/2016 D. Thorpe Fussell 1935, 08/30/2005 David H. Ansley 1977, 07/16/2016

Florida State Gamma Eta

Frank E. Ward 1946, 08/11/2015

Georgia Gamma Richard D. Butler 1944, 08/01/2007 Charles M. Johnston 1971, 04/09/2016 LTC Jerry Orlie Price (Ret.) 1953, 10/21/2015 Roland Thomas Hoke 1963, 06/27/2016 James G. Raines 1941, 04/21/2009 William W. Compton 1952, 05/09/2016

Georgia Tech Alpha Sigma William Augustus Nipper 1954, 04/19/2016 Philip E Talley, Jr 1945, 04/01/2016

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Louisiana State Alpha Gamma

Michael S. TeVrucht 1988, 08/02/2015 David W. Kious 1969, 06/28/2016

Midwestern State Gamma Omega Jerry L. Woolsey 1971, 08/09/2016

Millsaps Alpha Mu

North Carolina State Alpha Omega Albert J. Cavenaugh Jr. 1952, 06/15/2016

Randolph-Macon Zeta Irvin S. Barnard 1947, 05/17/2016

Rhodes Alpha Epsilon LTC William Harold Maddox (Ret.) 1937, 03/23/2016 A. Hotchkiss Young Jr. 1936, 03/03/2010

Richmond Eta A. Edward Hald III 1976, 07/26/2016

Sam Houston State Gamma Tau

Nat S. Rogers 1938, 02/22/2016

Michael H. Callaway 1970, 01/20/2009 James O. Broyles 1962, 10/06/2015

Mississippi Alpha Upsilon

San Jose State Gamma Delta

John R. Farrell 1947, 10/18/2007 John N. Holman Jr. 1943, 04/03/2016

Donald G. Hubbard 1953, 08/11/2016

Southern Methodist Beta Lambda Guy T. Marcus 1957, 04/03/2016 Kaplan Andrew 2013, 08/24/2016

Stephen F. Austin State Delta Kappa Marcos F. Olivarez 2005, 01/25/2016

Tennessee Pi Edgar B. Hagewood 1957, 09/23/2014

Texas A&M-Commerce Gamma Upsilon Whitney A. Miller 1961, 05/08/2016

Texas Omicron Frank P. Sebastian Jr. 1944, 01/22/2016 Ralph E. Bullington 1936, 07/01/2013

Texas-Arlington Delta Iota

Virginia Lambda Arthur B. Davies III 1942, 01/22/2011

VMI Beta Commission Gerald F. Eggleston 1974, 02/08/2016 COL Edward T. Watling 1949, 02/08/2016 Henry N. Pedigo Jr. 1969, 03/26/2016

Wake Forest Tau Dr. William L. Poteat 1963, 04/06/2016 Regan H. Rozier 1996, 05/23/2016

Washington College Beta Omega Robert E. Eissele 1957, 02/26/2016 William B. Johnson 1937, 04/24/2013

Washington Univ. Beta Theta Harold M. Gilbert 1941, 08/19/2015

West Texas A&M Gamma Sigma Dwain A. Nauert 1971, 12/18/2015

West Virginia Alpha Rho

North Carolina Upsilon Carl Edison Wallace Jr. 1965, 04/24/2016 COL David B. Stevens (Ret) 1947, 07/04/2016

West Virginia Wesleyan Beta Chi

Transylvania Alpha Theta Matthew S. Byarlay 1985, 02/29/2016 Ben A. Thomas Jr. 1939, 06/06/2016 LTC G.A. Phillips Haynes 1943, 04/29/2016 James A. Dick 1939, 02/06/2011

Tulsa Mu

John F. Anderson Jr. 1956, 11/01/2014

Brent Bush 1975, 07/02/2016 James H. Wilburn 1953, 01/05/2016 CPT Richard C. Williams 1969, 06/06/2016

Rod A. Hutchinson 1984, 06/17/2016

Edward Purdy Stadler 1953, 09/26/2014

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Vanderbilt Chi

LTC Lynn R. Channell (Ret.) 1939, 09/10/2009

William & Mary Alpha Zeta Lewis Lepper 1948, 01/18/2016 Bankhead T. Davies 1935, 05/12/2013

William Jewell Alpha Delta Steven Lee Ashburn 1979, 03/01/2016 Joseph Ray Gill 2006, 03/30/2016 Vance E. Rule 1947, 07/10/2016 F. Randall Johnson 1980, 07/17/2009

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Jacksonville State ’84). Coming from Lexington, Virginia, an alumnus of the University of Alabama and current Associate Director for Chapter Services at the National Administrative Office at Mulberry Hill, Collins D. Williamson (Alpha Beta–Alabama ’09).

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26,000 square feet Sleeps 36 in individual rooms Offers seating for 100+ for meals Formal chapter meeting room adequate to handle the entire chapter Social room for events Current internet technology Swipe-card access control Fire sprinkler safety High-tech camera recording system

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Attending the dedication was Councilor L. Blair Bailey (Gamma Eta–Florida State ’88) on behalf of Knight Commander Darren S. Kay (Alpha Eta– Westminster ’88). Also in attendance representing Dunwody Province was Stephen J. LaFollette (Delta Phi–

About the new Alpha Beta House

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Our Legacy

Four Generations. Four Chapters. One Leagacy. Maternal Grandfather

Robert Fletcher Ormond (Phi–Birmingham-Southern College 1897), proudly wearing his membership badge as an active member of Alpha Alpha chapter at the University of the South.

Courtland Prentice Gray Jr. (Alpha Alpha–University of the South 1926), Courtland Gray was Number VI of his chapter, and, on the staff of The Mountain Goat. The publication is, still, dedicated to providing a creative and artistic outlet in the form of a literary magazine, published once a semester at Sewanee.

Son

Father

Editor’s Note: At time of publication, the family was looking into four more Ormonds who were in Phi chapter about the time of Robert Fletcher and other KAs in the family. Another KA in the family, Courtland Prentice Gray IV (Beta Lambda–Southern Methodist ’87) is Michael Gray’s cousin, and namesake of their grandfather from Alpha Alpha.

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W. Eastland Gray (Gamma Nu–Louisiana-Monroe 1965). Gray visited the National Administrative Office at Mulberry Hill in May, with his wife Mary. He and Director of Development Andrew P. Carr scanned the archives to confirm both his father and grandfather were KA alumni. He already knew about his son’s membership. With photos from both he and The Journal archives, we pieced together his family KA tree.

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THESE COMPOSITES OF ALPHA SIGMA CHAPTER FROM Georgia

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Tech (1909–11) were discovered in the residence of the late Dr. and Mrs. Edward Burton Claxton in Dublin, Georgia, in 2014. As neither of the Claxtons had any known connection to Georgia Tech or to Kappa Alpha Order, their possession of these is a mystery. Their grandson, Edward B. Claxton III, gave them to his law school friend, James E. Elliott, Jr., (Alpha Sigma– Georgia Tech ’76). They were presented to the Alpha Sigma Chapter by Brothers Neel Fallis (Alpha Sigma– Georgia Tech ’74), Elliot, Joe Holley (Alpha Sigma– Georgia Tech ’76), Carl Harris (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’77), Barry Cox (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’78), Sam Moreton (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’78), Larry Fletcher (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’79), John U. Huffman (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’79), and Bill Olsen (Alpha Sigma–Georgia Tech ’79). Elliott and these men financed their restoration and re-framin . These now belong to the Alpha Sigma Chapter.

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Remembering the Reason

By My Side By Jesse S. Lyons (Delta Alpha–Western Carolina ‘98) OUR VALUES BRING US TOGETHER AS A brotherhood and Order at the local chapter. Gentility, manifested clearly as reverence for woman, is of particular import. This personal consideration certainly extends beyond your college days. There is no better way to remember the reason than to have it exemplified in a wonderful example of lifetime commitment.

In May, the National Administrative Office at Mulbe ry Hill received an online request for sheet music of our song, “Kappa Alpha Rose.” This is fairly common when members are getting married. Many of you reading this may remember having “the Rose” song sung at your wedding. This request, however, was not for an upcoming wedding. Rather, Dr. Reuel Hamilton, DMD, was re-learning the music. Reuel Hamilton, DMD, (Beta Omicron– Louisville ’53) and wife Virginia Satterly Hamilton, herself a sorority woman—Sigma Kappa, University of Louisville—were married on June 9, 1956. Six decades of marital bliss later, they held a celebration reception for friends and family on June 5, 2016, at St. James Episcopal Church in Marietta, Georgia. Reuel punctuated the celebration that day by singing “Kappa Alpha Rose” for his 60-year bride. For this occasion, he altered the words just a bit and was happy to provide his second verse: Those college days are memories now, but she is mine e’er true. For 60 years I’ve loved her, through days both bright and blue. She’s the greatest joy I’ve ever known. I’ll keep her by my side. For my dear sweet KA sweetheart’s still my Kappa Alpha bride. This is one brother who has kept his obligations both to KA and his Rose, for his life.

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FALL 2016

THE KAPPA ALPHA JOURNAL

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“Pull together, pull hard, but above all know that we are pulling right.” — JAMES WARD WOOD, Chief Founder in 1866

#Pull4KA

Pull together for KA A day of giving to the Kappa Alpha Order Educational Foundation

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150 years after this quote, each alumnus is asked to pull together for KA, pull out your wallets, and pull in new donors to reach a goal of 750 donations between now and midnight on December 21, 2016, our founding date anniversary. THE DAY: December 21, 2016 OUR GOAL: 750 donors HOW MUCH: Gifts start at $25 or more ONLINE: PullforKA.com WHO: Any KA, any friend of the Order, parents,

alumni, and chapters—there will be a chapter competition for more donors per chapter, most dollars raised per chapter, hourly prizes, and donor number prizes WHY: Kappa Alpha Order, like any other

organization, is a strong as our supporters. We’re asking all brothers to pull together for KA on this day to show your support and expand our donor base to reach more and more men.

11/17/16 4:10 PM

The Launch of KA’s Official News Website!

Launched with the previous edition of the Kappa Alpha Journal, KappaAlphaJournal.com features the latest news on KA’s chapters, its undergraduate and alumni members, alumni chapters, and much more! In addition, it complements KA’s award-winning print magazine with timely and exclusive multimedia content.

KappaAlphaJournal.com  Search for and read news/stories

 Find all the Order’s promotional

 Search for and read news/stories

 Engage easily with the Order’s

 Find and enjoy complementary

 Submit your own personal,

about specific topics

about specific chapters

video content about features in The Journal

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and educational videos social media channels

alumni, or chapter news

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