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REGISTER FOR CONVENTION JULY 15-18, 2015 Registration for the 2015 National Convention is OPEN! Undergraduates, alumni, and guests will gather in beautiful Tysons Corner, VA, just outside Washington D.C., for fellowship and discussion about Triangle Fraternityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future. This year Triangle Fraternity, the Triangle Education Foundation, and the Triangle Building & Housing Corporation have some big announcements planned. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out! For more information and to register, visit www.triangle.org/convention. 2 | Triangle REVIEW / Spring 2015

Triangle Review

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TRIANGLE REVIEW Vol. 103, No. 2, Spring 2015 Published three times annually The TRIANGLE REVIEW is the official magazine of Triangle Fraternity, published since 1911 and currently distributed to over 18,000 actives and alumni.

FEATURE STORY

Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship Triangle embarks on several new programs thanks to the support of Judy and Larry Garatoni pur58

Articles in the TRIANGLE REVIEW represent the opinion of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the positions or policies of Triangle Fraternity, Triangle Education Foundation and Triangle Building & Housing Corporation. Publish Articles Have an idea for an article and would like to submit it? We accept a variety of submissions, ranging from alumni and chapter updates to descriptions of events and highlights of successes. Please email article information and photographs to editor@triangle.org.

Update Contact Information Visit www.triangle.org/alumni to update mailing and other contact information. You may also call Triangle Fraternity Headquarters. Contact information provided below.

Meet Ariel Tarosky Learn why Triangle Fraternity is excited about the new Director of Leadership Programs

Chapter Eternal Send Chapter Eternal notices including date of death, news, and photos to Triangle National Headquarters or contact the Director of Membership at lynnef@triangle.org. Headquarters Information & Contacts Triangle Fraternity Headquarters 120 S Center Street Plainfield, IN 46168

COVER STORY

Remembering Richard Richard Sudheimer minn52 may have passed, but his legacy will live on in the Greek community

Triangle Fraternity is a proud member of

Triangle Review Staff Editor H. Andrew Goss lou00 Assistant Editor & Art Director Kent T. Hoffman ar07 Editing Team Members Kevin Y. Fong ucla84 & Marcos D. Stocco ok93

National President Letter

Alumni Spotlight Steve Blair rose88

19 HQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alternative

16 How to Rebuild a

20 Chapter News Briefs

6 Council Elections

18 On Top of the World 23 Chapter Eternal

John Kilker marq38 & the Living Oak Society

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N AT I O N A L C O U N C I L Greetings Brothers! Spring time is here! It was another year which felt like winter was longer than normal and would seemingly never end. For many brothers spring signals completion of the academic year, job hunting, planning for the future, and making summer plans. The same holds true for the National Organization. The Fraternity has been hard at work providing programming to our actives, developing new staff roles, creating a vision for the upcoming years, and planning National Convention. To kick off the spring, Triangle Fraternity is excited to announce the hiring of Ariel Tarosky as our first ever Director of Leadership Programming. In the past our educational process has relied on our strong network of passionate volunteers and staff members to develop academic programming. While the programming developed has produced positive results, continuity has been a frequent struggle. This new hire gives the Fraternity the ability to keep a consistent message at National Events and creates a repetitive, stable plan for our Regional Leadership Conferences. The talents of our new Director of Leadership Programming will debut at the 2015 National Convention. Speaking of Convention, in case you haven’t heard, on July 15, 2015 brothers from all across the country will gather in Tysons Corner, Virginia, outside Washington D.C., for the 2015 Triangle Fraternity National Convention. Conventions serve as one of my favorite events. Several friendships and memories were formed at my first National Convention I attended ten years ago. Subsequent conventions have provided opportunities to reconnect and form new friendships. It supports my belief this organization will be around for a long time to come and rekindles my passion towards Triangle Fraternity. For those who have not attended National Convention, the event serves as a venue to share the Fraternity’s progress and future plans. It also is the call to review and vote on legislation. Over the last two years our organization has also been very active in the expansion area with installations at Florida Atlantic University, the University of Cincinnati, Penn State Erie the Behrend College, Virginia Commonwealth University, and the University of Utah. It will be nice to have five more voting organizations present this summer. You may not know, but Triangle Fraternity has begun to forge new paths behind the scenes. This year’s Convention theme -- “Building the Next Generation of Leaders” -- serves as a prelude to several large announcements and unveilings which will take place to kick start new initiatives to better serve Triangle Fraternity for years to come. Make sure you’re at Convention to hear the great news firsthand.

In F, S, and C

Jeﬀ T. Weikinger tol97 | National President

Immediate Past President

Councilmen

Marcos D. Stocco ok93

Jeffrey D. Cottrell mtu94

Vice President

Treasurer

Active Advisor

Randall E. Drew rose67

Gary N. Bodnar pur76

Alexander J. Ott mtu11

David H. Yick ps63 Kevin Y. Fong ucla84 Brian K. Jarman pur01 John C. Cottage ps04 Joseph M. Cerrato os05

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National Council

Secretary

Jeffrey T. Weikinger tol97

2014 - 2015

National President

F O U N D AT I O N N E W S

Carrying the Brotherhood Forward With a $600,000 Gift

We all know how much our Triangle experience means to us. Some members are “loud and proud” while others keep their feelings close to their chest. John Kilker marq38 was the latter. Brother Kilker quietly supported the Marquette Chapter and the Triangle Education Foundation throughout his life, but was very modest about his success and wealth. He chose to pay his success - and brotherhood - forward by making a $600,000 gift in his trust to the Foundation.

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Since we had no knowledge of John’s gift, we were not able to properly thank and recognize him for this transformative gift to the Marquette Chapter Endowment Fund. If you are like John and have made a gift to the Foundation through your will, trust or retirement plans, please contact Amy Buchheit, CFRE, Senior Director of Development, and let her know so we can properly thank you.

Have you made a gift to Triangle in your will, trust or retirement plans? If the answer is “Yes, I have!” please check this list to see if your name is listed. Is it missing? If the answer is “Yes!” please contact Amy Buchheit, CFRE at the Triangle Education Foundation to let her know so you can be recognized and thanked! All the great work we do on behalf of all brothers is possible because of friends like you- let us show you how appreciative we are! Amy can be reached at (317) 203-7759 or at abuchheit@triangle.org.

Living Oak Society Members As of March 15, 2015

Mrs. Therese Abbenhaus James and Jean Ashbrook ill63 Mr. & Mrs. Robert A. Benziger ill61 Williard B. Buck minn41 John Cottage ps04 James J. & Elizabeth Craig minn69 Mr. & Mrs. Randall Drew rose67 Mr. & Mrs. Timothy L. Eiler minn87 James R. Favor H. Andy Goss lou00 Thomas A. Grate pur84 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Guthrie ar43 Robert Halgren mich05 Donald S. Hatfield msu88 Joseph Hoefner ucla64 Robert Hoel ar67 Robert & Ellen Hostetler pur62 Brian Jarman pur01 Dr. Richard & Lois Kenyon ill51 Mr. & Mrs. Frederick J. Kull marq50 Mrs. Mary Maurer William & Mary McGovern marq55 Carl Meglan os56 Mr. & Mrs. Fredrick R. Meyer pur46 James I. Morgan marq46 Mr. & Mrs. Michael H. O’Connor marq74 Dale & Donna Reed pur52 Dr. & Mrs. Robert Rosenberg ar55 G. Blake Ross ky76 Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Robertson marq92 Mr & Mrs. Alan Silver ucla61 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Stauble ps43 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Sudheimer minn52 Lee Templin nu52 Felix Veliath marq52 Anonymous Commitments: 5

For a listing of past Living Oak Society members, please visit www.triangleef.org

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national coun National Council is Triangle’s all-volunteer board of directors consisting of a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, six Councilmen and the Immediate Past President. The Secretary and Treasurer positions are appointed annually. The President and Vice President are elected for one-year terms and three Councilmen are elected each year for two-year staggered terms. This year a fourth Councilman has been placed on the ballot for a one-year term in order to realign the National Council election cycle.

Nominated for President | Randall Drew rose67 Term Length - 1 year Education B.S. Math - Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, MBA, Kellogg School of Management – Northwestern

Employer Commonwealth Edison 1968-2002

Occupation Retired. Formerly Director of Information Planning, Sr. Procurement Specialist, Sr. Systems Analyst

Goals for Triangle Begin implementation of the Strategic Plan to build upon our successes and to continue to propel Triangle forward as one of the leaders in the Greek World. Continue to grow the Fraternity to 50 chapters and beyond to provide the Triangle Experience to more men and to ensure the stability of the fraternity for the future. Work to strengthen existing Chapters in living our values daily and increasing the number of stable high performing chapters. Develop new Chapter award and recognition system. Review and improve how we deliver Chapter and Alumni services. Ensure the successful implementation of the Everyman Journey, our four year educational program to build better men.

Nominated for Vice President | Brian Jarman pur01 Term Length - 1 year Education BSME - Purdue University, JD - McKinney School of Law

Employer Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Occupation Patent Attorney

Goals for Triangle Talk like one Triangle; what we say influences how we think. Create communications and messages at all levels of the organization (Chapter level, National Fraternity, Triangle Education Foundation, and Triangle Building Housing Corporation) which reinforce our identity as one Triangle Fraternity with diﬀerent backgrounds, talents, gifts, and goals. Think like one Triangle; our identity as Triangle Fraternity members comes from our shared values as exemplified in the Ritual. We do this by creating and implementing expectations and standards for members and Chapters to guide our thinking. Act like one Triangle; what we do is evidence of what we believe. If we believe we’re one Triangle, we need to act as one Triangle. We do this through creating shared beliefs and experiences that are common among all our members.

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ncil elections Nominated for Councilman | David Yick ps63 Term Length - 2 years Education B.S. Physics/Mathematics, Penn State University, MBA – Management, Penn State University

Employer Past employers include General Electric, Lockheed, Siemens Medical, Fujitsu Computers and Applied Materials

Occupation National/Regional Quality and Business Process Manager; Certified Auditor - Quality Management Systems (RAB/ASQ)

Goals for Triangle Assure that Triangle continues to be the #1 academic and social Fraternity for Engineering, Architecture and Science undergraduates in the country. Focus on delivering cost-eﬀective services to both Active and Alumni brothers at the local and National levels. Leverage our extensive alumni resources to provide excellence in the areas of professional and personal development for both Actives and Alumni, supporting recruitment and education of new active members, expand and strengthen Alumni and parent relations, and continue the enhancement of the physical and mental health/safety of our actives. Encourage Active and Alumni leaders to attend conventions/conferences as well as other leadership and values based training opportunities.

Nominated for Councilman | Robert Halgren mich05 Term Length - 2 years Education BSE Mechanical Engineering – University of Michigan, MBA - University of Michigan

Employer Emerson Process Management

Occupation Product Strategy Manager

Goals for Triangle

how to

Continue to support and develop high-performing Chapters that live by our core values. Install two new Chapters per year, and develop a well-established pipeline of strong colonies. Expand Alumni events and engagement to make the Fraternity relevant for all brothers after graduation. Create and implement a clear strategic plan that enables Triangle to focus on clear and actionable goals.

National Council Elections are now open! Visit www.triangle.org to view candidate bios and vote. Online voting is open between now and June 25, 2015. If you’d like to vote via paper ballot please contact Triangle Fraternity Headquarters at (317) 837-9640 or email lynnef@triangle.org. Spring 2015 \ Triangle REVIEW | 7

N AT I O N A L C O U N C I L Nominated for Councilman | Joseph Cerrato os05 Term Length - 2 year Education B.S. Industrial & Systems Engineering – Ohio State University M.S. Industrial & Systems Engineering – Ohio State University

nominating committee

Employer JPOC Consulting, Inc.

Occupation Industrial Engineering Consultant

Goals for Triangle The national implementation and adoption of the Everyman Program over the next 5-7 years targeting at least 90% participation among all chapters. Development of our Alumni network; achieve 80% mark for chapters and colonies having an established and fully functioning Membership Development Board in the next 4 years. Avenues to complete this can stem from the Everyman Program. Alumni are our key to chapter health. Aid in the structure of a Membership Development Board model that facilitates positive health and a sustainable infrastructure of documentation and training to support it.

Nominated for Councilman | Marcos Stocco ok93 Term Length - 1 year Education

Purpose The Nominating Committee meets annually for the purpose of reviewing interested parties and their qualifications. It is chaired by the Immediate Past President unless he is unable to serve in which case another past President will serve as chair. Each year, the Nominating Committee selects candidates for President and Vice President for oneyear terms as well as two candidates for Councilmen for two year terms.

B.S. - Computer Science - University of Oklahoma B.A. - Philosophy - University of Oklahoma

Employer Moore-Norman Technology Center

Occupation

Committee Members Chair Jeff Cottrell mtu94

Instructor, Software Development & Computer Programming

Goals for Triangle Improve our processes as a Volunteer Governing Board. Continue work on Committees to further expand and infuse infrastructure for National volunteer opportunities at levels other than Council and to foster a more diverse group of engaged Alumni. Work on enhancements to National events and continue implementation work previously begun as Councilman by focusing on Regional Leadership Conferences (RLC’s) and National Convention. In regards to RLCs, we can promote them better and encourage more ideal geographical alignment to allow greater attendance, improved agendas by including more professional and cultural development, and ensure values/Ritual component becomes standard at every RLC. For National Convention we can work harder on values/Ritual components of convention; establish platforms for Triangle members to share their professional work and innovations, especially in areas of academic research, similar to national conferences of technical organizations - with poster presentations, technical paper competitions, and plenary sessions.

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Vice Chair Kevin Fong ucla84 Secretary Marcos Stocco ok93 Members Kurt Over pitt83 Paul Boyle tsu87 John Mutsch minn07 Jake Hoppert msu10

C O M M U N I C AT I O N S

HAVE YOU SEEN THE PREVIEW? Triangle Preview eNewsletter Between copies of the TRIANGLE REVIEW, Triangle Fraternity Headquarters and the Triangle Education Foundation team up to bring our members the latest in Fraternity & Foundation news. The Triangle Preview is an eNewsletter emailed to all alumni and undergraduate members who have a valid email address. The newsletter is also posted to all of Triangle’s social media outlets immediately after it is emailed to members. The Preview features stories of individuals who have made a difference in their community, profession or local chapter. The Preview also contains upcoming news and announcements along with recaps of past Triangle events. Interested in receiving the Triangle Preview? All we need is a valid email address. Visit www.triangle.org/alumni and click on “Update Contact Information” today!

IN APRIL’S EDITION . . .

2015 Founders’ Day Message

Don Knebel pur65 Receives Interfaith Award

Virginia Commonwealth Installs

Happy 108th birthday Triangle Fraternity! In the past year, Triangle evolved and advanced. From staff to chapter growth our brothers continue to pursue our central values set forth over a century ago. National President Jeff Weikinger tol97 summarizes the past year and future plan in his annual Founders’ Day Message.

At its Inaugural Interfaith Banquet, the Center for Interfaith Cooperation honored its founding Board Chair Don Knebel pur65 with the first Interfaith Ambassador of the Year award. A sold-out crowd of gathered at Christian Theological Seminary to celebrate the diverse religious heritage of its members and Brother Don.

The Virginia Commonwealth University Colony officially became Triangle’s 54th Chapter on April 11, 2015. With VCU installing as the second chapter in the 2015 calendar year, Triangle Fraternity’s active organization count now stands at 36 active chapters with five additional groups still in the colonization phase.

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Judy & Larry Garatoni pur58

Support Scholarship, Leadership, & Citizenship

reserve and promote the chosen ideals of my Fraternity” and “Observe the precepts of the Fraternity as set forth in the Ritual” are two obligations from Triangle’s Code of Ethics that Larry Garatoni and his wife Judy have made a significant commitment to passing on to and inculcating in future generations of the brotherhood. Larry and Judy’s recent gifts of more than $900,000 will fund initiatives that promote scholarship, teach members to respect themselves and others, and encourage high ideals. The Garatonis’ generosity will fund the new Larry & Judy Garatoni Building Better Men Chapter Endowment Fund Program. This annual program will recognize Triangle chapters whose actives and pledges achieve significant success in academics, leadership, citizenship, and character. The top chapter each year will receive a $100,000 gift to their Chapter Endowment Fund and the runner-up chapter will receive a $25,000 gift to their Chapter Endowment Fund. This program will recognize chapter success and provide ongoing support for chapters that exemplify the best traditions

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We want to help support good chapters, encourage men with high ideals to build good environments and encourage Triangle brothers to be good members of their community both during and after college.” Larry Garatoni pur58

F O U N D AT I O N N E W S

New Program for 2015-2016 Larry & Judy Garatoni Building Better Men Chapter Endowment Fund Program Our new award program will grant a total of $125,000 to two Triangle Chapters whose actives and pledges collectively achieve significant success or advancement in both leadership and citizenship as measured by the following principles: • • • •

Academics Leadership Citizenship Character, Integrity, and Maturity

The top award will be $100,000 for the chapter’s Endowment Fund and the runner-up chapter will receive $25,000 for their Endowment Fund. Chapter Endowment Funds may be used by chapters to fund attendance at Triangle Leadership programs, scholarships, educational programs at the chapter/ campus level and enhancements of educational space in chapter houses. More information on the The Larry & Judy Garatoni Building Better Men Chapter Endowment Fund Program will be announced at National Convention in July. For additional details please contact Triangle Education Foundation President Scott Bova at sbova@triangle.org.

of Triangle. This is the first program of its scale in the fraternity world. Judy and Larry’s gifts have also helped make possible the new Director of Leadership Programs position. The Director of Leadership Programs will develop a comprehensive educational strategy that fits with the National Council’s strategic vision, supports, develops, executes, and assesses curriculum for educational programs, and manages the fraternity’s assessment initiatives for all educational programs. This new position will provide Triangle actives and chapters the tools and resources to succeed. A Q & A with Ariel Tarosky, who started as the Director of Leadership Programs on March 1, may be found on page 12. Larry shared that the two reasons he stayed in school at Purdue were his wife Judy (they celebrated their 56th anniversary in January 2015) and the Triangle chapter. Larry remembered that when he was at Purdue the Triangle chapter was #1 in GPA on campus, had many members in campus leadership roles, and provided a much better environment for success than did the university residence halls. While they have been loyal supporters of Triangle for many years, Judy and Larry reconnected with the Fraternity in 2013 while attending Larry’s pledge class reunion at the Triangle Convention in southern California.

When asked what they hoped to accomplish, Larry responded, “We want to help support good chapters, encourage men with high ideals to build good environments and encourage Triangle brothers to be good members of their community both during and after college.” Judy added, “We want to help young men to learn to respect themselves, respect others, and have Triangle chapters provide a support system that promotes good values.” “We deeply appreciate Judy and Larry’s generosity and are humbled by their commitment to Triangle and its ideals,” shared Scott Bova, Triangle Education Foundation President, “This very generous gift to the Triangle Education Foundation will impact more than 1500 students annually and will take Triangle’s programming to the next level.” Judy and Larry have been loyal supporters of Triangle for four decades and are the inaugural members of Triad Society of the Chairman’s Circle, members of the Triad Society have made lifetime contributions of $1,000,000 or more. More information on the Chairman’s Circle can be found at triangleef.org. If you would like more information on how you can fund valuable programming or create a named endowed fund, please contact the Foundation’s Vice President, Aaron Girson at (317) 837-9641 or via email at agirson@triangle.org. Spring 2015 \ Triangle REVIEW | 11

F R AT E R N I T Y N E W S

QUESTIONS

get to know triangle fraternity’s new director of leadership programs

In March, Triangle hired the fraternity’s first ever Director of Leadership Programs, Ariel Tarosky. This hire was made possible by a generous gift from Judy and Larry Garatoni pur58. This position was created to manage all of the educational programs for Triangle members, many of which are partially funded through grants by the Triangle Education Foundation. Ariel will join the ranks of the National Headquarters staff and work collaboratively with the Fraternity and Foundation teams to develop, implement, and evaluate all facets of the leadership experience for the members. What drew you to the profession of higher education?

Director of Leadership Programs Ariel Tarosky (left) talks with brothers of the newly initiated VCU Chapter and alumnus Mike O’Connor marq74.

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In college I was very active in my sorority, serving in various roles including new member educator and chapter president. I also had the opportunity to serve Panhellenic as the Vice President of Recruitment. In addition to my involvement in Greek Life I was a three-year orientation leader, so I was very involved in the Oﬃce of Campus Life. In my junior year the Graduate Assistant at the time, Michelle Marchand (who now works at Delta Upsilon) told me that I should consider going to Graduate School for Student Aﬀairs and that I can continue doing this type of work for the rest of my life. So, that is exactly what I did. My involvement in Greek life and orientation had such a profound impact on not only my collegiate life, but my personal life that I wanted to be able to help others feel the same way.

Hobbies? DIY crafts from Pinterest, singing, TV, playing with my puppy, running.

Student Affairs Experience Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life Coastal Carolina University, Conway, SC June 2013 - March 2015 Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life & Housefellow Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA July 2010 - May 2013

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Education Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA Master of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education

Favorite travel destination? Riviera Maya Favorite Superhero? Harry Potter

My personal Mount Rushmore would be . . . Maya Angelou Fay Chertkoff (founder of Phi Sigma Sigma) Randy Pausch Will Ferrell If I had access to a time machine, I’d travel to . . The late 60’s early 70’s, maybe Woodstock.

Morning or night person? Morning

ARIEL TAROSKY The Director of Leadership Programs is a new staff position that has never existed before. Why did you apply? That is exactly why I did apply. There are so many opportunities that come with a new position. While there is a lot to navigate, there is also a blank slate with so much room for innovation and creativity- which is where I excel. I was excited about the chance to continue to enhance the programs that were already in place, but to also be able to develop new programs that I believe can and will separate Triangle from other National organizations.

Triangle Fraternity offers its members several leadership training opportunities- Leadership & Training Weekend, Herbert F. Scobie Leadership School, Regional Leadership Conference, etc. How do you view the challenge of evaluating and breathing new life into these programs? I don’t really see much of a challenge with being able to evaluate the programs and breathe new life into them, what my challenge will be is making sure I pace myself. I already have so many great ideas and want to introduce them to the members of Triangle, but it is very important that I view what is currently in place first before any significant changes occur. While I have reviewed the assessment there is a lot of valuable information you can gather by just being immersed in

the environment. So my challenge will just be to contain my excitement, and identifying when/and where new pieces need to be implemented.

How do you think the Fraternity can better connect with its undergraduate membership through educational programming? Providing a culmination of leadership programs like the Herb Scobie Leadership School, Leadership Training Weekend, and Regional Leadership Conferences provides the fraternity an opportunity to connect with more active members. While we have chapters from California, to Illinois, to Florida they will typically be experiencing the same struggles, and need the same resources; our educational programming will provide a level of consistency and continuity that will help our active chapters operate at similar levels and with higher standards.

What excites you about this job the most? I am excited to work for an organization that values innovation and exploration. I believe that Triangle is at a really good place as a Fraternity where we are going to be able to oﬀer some really forward-thinking, and valuable programs that will inevitably lead the fraternal movement.

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ALUMNI NEWS

Alumni Spotlight

Steve Blair rose88

attended Rose-Hulman from 1987 to 1991 and studied Computer Engineering and Applied Optics. As a Triangle member, I served as Rush Chairman. After Rose, I went on to the University of Colorado and received a PhD in Electrical Engineering in 1998. That same year, I joined the University of Utah, where I’m currently a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, with adjunct appointments in Bioengineering, Physics, and Materials Science and Engineering. I also serve as the Faculty Advisor for the new Triangle Chapter at the University of Utah, starting from the time just before the Interest Group became a Colony. My role as a Professor covers many activities, including classroom and laboratory teaching, research, advising and service. I primarily teach classes in electromagnetics and optics and manage an industrysponsored capstone design program for undergraduates. My research is in the general area of photonic devices, with a bent towards biomedical applications. More specifically, current research activities are in the directions of nanophotonics, neurophotonics, and silicon photonics. The nanophotonics research focuses on optical antenna structures in the sub-100nm size regime to enable next-generation single molecule medical diagnostics and analysis. Neurophotonics research focuses on implantable devices for optical control and recording of neural activity in the brain to enable basic neuroscience studies of circuit behavior. Silicon photonics focuses on thermal considerations in

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When he’s not working or teaching Steve Blair rose88 unwinds by enjoying the outdoors.

design and layout automation for hybrid photonics/CMOS integrated circuits. My research has generated more than a dozen issued and pending patents, many of which have been licensed. Associated with this technology transfer, I spend time on my start-up company Axon Optics. Research performed in part by ophthalmologists at the University of Utah has determined that exposure to only certain colors of light is the source of severe light sensitivity in some individuals, particularly those who suﬀer from migraines or experience headaches and visual disorders associated with concussions or other brain injuries. Axon Optics has been operating since 2011 and markets eye-wear that can significantly reduce this light sensitivity. In conjunction with a manufacturing partner, we are developing more advanced technology for the management of light sensitivity, which is currently in clinical study, and we are looking for financial partners to bring this new technology to the ophthalmic market. Outside of work, I pursue a number of activities with my wife and two kids. These activities are often outdoors, including hiking, biking (mountain and road), kayaking, snow sports, and running. We mostly travel and vacation in the Rocky Mountain Region of the US and Canada, mixed-in with some workrelated international travel. When I can find the time and an interesting location, I like to compete in road and trail races in the 5k to half-marathon distance. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned through my involvement with Triangle is the value of choosing on what and with whom you spend time. Being engineers and scientists, Triangle members by definition have heavy demands on their time. I realized early on at Rose that it is very important to select pledges/members and activities with that time constraint in mind. It’s been rewarding to see that philosophy in action again, this time with the new Chapter at Utah.

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hen Ryan Inawat marq10 reached his senior year at Marquette University, he was exposed to a method of motion analysis that would completely change his outlook on his engineering education. Inawat received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biomedical engineering from Marquette, and it was through the pursuit of these degrees that he made a very important realization. “I was naive to think that I would only be interacting with the tools and devices used to help patients,” recalls Inawat. “Little did I know - as a biomedical engineer - I

Inawat, proud Marquette alumni, adjusts a Knee Alignment Device (KAD) used for motion capture, and applyies an upper extremity model to captured motion data. 16 | Triangle REVIEW / Spring 2015

would soon be using my education more directly through motion analysis to help people.” After expressing interest in motion analysis, Inawat was added to a study in his master’s degree program to analyze the upper extremities of patients who recently had rotator cuff repair surgery. The study, a multi-institutional collaboration involving staff from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Marquette University, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, used motion analysis technology to track the upper extremities of patients performing daily activities. The study’s goal was to assess the types of motions patients used after surgery. Motion was measured through tracking of reflective markers placed on the skin to represent important anatomical landmarks. Then, using a validated upper extremity model, the marker data was translated into clinically relevant data (rotation at the wrist, elbow, and shoulder). This effectively measured the functional motion actually utilized by the patients, as opposed to the simpler motions traditionally measured by hand such as flexion or extension of the arm. “How patients use their newly repaired shoulder after surgery is a bit of a mystery. Do they still avoid moving that shoulder even with reduced pain? Do they use the full range of motion measured in doctor’s clinics during their daily lives? “For instance, answering a cellphone requires rotation at the shoulder, wrist, and elbow in simultaneous directions in order to bring that phone from your pocket to your ear, resulting in motion patterns which are not measured in the typical doctor’s office. “Do patients move their repaired shoulders differently from people who have had no history of shoulder disease when performing day-to-day tasks? Is motion of other joints used to compensate for shoulder instability? In engineering terms: how does this effect kinematics?” It was through this study that Inawat was given the opportunity to

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Ryan Inawat marq10 (left) works with a test subject wearing motion tracking markers to create a computer model of movement

Shoulder Fast Facts

help with both the clinical and research activities of the Center for Motion Analysis (a lab jointly run by MCW and Marquette University). This involved gathering motion analysis data on patients, working with physicians and engineers to decide appropriate clinical treatment, and assisting with various motion research projects. Through an initiative to spread access to motion analysis technology launched by the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Engineering Center (the Marquette University research group Inawat completed his thesis project with), Inawat also had the opportunity to install motion analysis laboratories in Cali, Colombia, and Manila, Philippines. The impact motion analysis has on improving the lives of children and adults with skeletal and neuromuscular disorders was further demonstrated to Inawat during his time performing motion analysis abroad. “It was then that I decided to pursue a career in medicine to have an even more direct impact on improving people’s lives,” said Inawat. Currently, Inawat is a first-year medical student at the Medical College of Wisconsin. From his extensive research on motion analysis of the shoulder and through working more closely with patients over the years, Inawat found a connection between his greater appreciation for his engineering education and his membership in Triangle: “Even with the constant stream of lectures and labs - and the extra pressure that, eventually, I’ll be in charge of people’s lives - being a Brother of Triangle reminds me to reflect on what it means to be a better man. As with any intense academic program, it’s easy and somewhat necessary to get engulfed in mastering the next topic without thinking about why you’re there in the first place. Triangle is a reminder of why I’m pursuing my career, and to never forget

Photo courtesy of: Holmgren T, Björnsson Hallgren H, Öberg B, Adolfsson L, and Johansson K. “Effect of specific exercise strategy on need for surgery in patients with subacromial impingement syndrome: randomised controlled study,” PubMed. (2012)

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The shoulder complex is composed of multiple joints, muscles, and ligaments, and relies on a group of muscles & the rotator cuff to provide stability and motion to the arm.

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A group of four muscles called the rotator cuff has two major roles in the shoulder: 1) to provide stability by keeping the ball of the humerus (arm bone) within the socket of the scapula (shoulder blade) and 2) to provide provide shoulder motion

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Tearing of the rotator cuff is common when playing sports or during manual labor, with tears often resulting in pain, weakness, stiffness, and loss of motion at the shoulder.

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UNDERGRAD SPOTLIGHT

ON TOP OF THE WORLD . . . . . . almost

t 19,341 feet Mount Kilimanjaro is the largest free-standing mountains and the tallest mountain on the continent of Africa. Climbing it is no small feat, but Louisville Brother William Modrall lou12 stood atop Kilimanjaro this past

winter. “The experience was mind blowing at every turn,” exclaims Modrall. Inspired by his sister who wants to climb what are known as the “Seven Summits,” the tallest mountain on each continent,

Brother William Modrall lou12 proudly displays the Triangle Flag atop Mount Kilimanjaro.

Modrall agreed to come along when asked to join the Kilimanjaro expedition. However, training for the journey was much more work than just saying yes. “There was lots of training and preparation,” said Modrall. “I stuck to a pretty strict workout regimen of cardio and lower body strength training. I also did several short back-packing trips to get used to hiking with a pack.” After months of training, it was go time. Not only would this be Modrall’s first climb up a 19,000 foot mountain but it was his first trip to Africa as well. Once on the mountain Modrall and his sister joined a group of ten climbers and 40 porters to support the group during the climb. The biggest advice given to the group, in Swahili, was to hike “pole pole” or slow. Despite all the advice there were still challenges throughout the journey. “It was very diﬃcult to acclimatize, and each full breath only felt like it filled my lungs up half way,” explains Modrall. Other elements to navigate throughout the climb was the weather. “It was subzero and there were 20+ mph winds making the climb very diﬃcult.” But, shortness of breath, wind, and cold was not enough to keep Brother William from accomplishing his goal and walking away from the trip with some incredible experiences. “Summit Night was the most incredible portion of the trip. We left from high camp, about 15,000 ft., at midnight and began hiking to the summit. We climbed through the night and reached Stellas Pointe, about 18,000 ft., at sunrise. After watching the sunrise from the ‘Roof of Africa’ we hiked along the crater rim of the volcano to the summit. We were only at the summit for about 10 minutes before having to descend, that day we descended to 10,000 ft. for a total hike duration of over 16 hours.” After this amazing experience, one has to wonder what other trips the future has in store for Modrall. “I’d like to climb Aconcagua, the tallest mountain in South America in 2017, and am beginning to plan for that. More immediately I am hiking the Appalachian Trail this summer, and will be leaving from Georgia and hiking North to Maine. The trail is over 2,200 miles long.”

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HEADQUARTERS

U P D AT E

An Alternative Spring Break Experience

Alumni Randy Drew rose67, Merle Newlon lou73 and Kevin Fong ucla84 sift through boxes of historical paperwork The Spring Break team tackles landscaping outside Triangle Headquarters

CHICAGO

We were busy but overall things were pretty laid back. Seeing as it was my first time stopping by HQ it was really eye opening to see the number of people involved in the day to day operation of the organization. It was strange seeing Brian Tenclinger behind a desk,” added Ross Miskovich pur11. The tasks at hand were daunting: sift through decades of old paperwork, remove and scrap several pieces of furniture, build shelving systems, complete some overdue landscaping projects, and, hardest of all for enthusiastic Triangles, accomplish this without causing physical harm to themselves and each other. When all was said and done, the project was a success. “In the end the week was fantastic,” said Mike Fouts, Executive Director of the Triangle Building and Housing Corporation. “All objectives were achieved and more! When all was said and done over 1,600 pounds of paper was sent to recycling via a shredding company.”

MILWAUKEE

MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL

Triangle’s recent growth has brought about an era of prosperity for the organization. But growing Triangle Fraternity, Triangle Education Foundation, and the Triangle Building and Housing Corporation staffing demands have caused some internal growing pains. While the number of staff members for all three organizations have grown there has only been one physical building to house everyone. At one point it looked as if the organization was running out of room for staff until the three organizations pulled together and had a brainwave: an alternative spring break. From March 16-20, eight generous actives and three alumni stopped by the Plainfield, Indiana, office to lend a helpful hand and save the Fraternity a lot of money. But why did they choose to spend spring break in Indiana of all places? “Spending time at HQ over break was a little different than other national events.

Tour de Triangle is a cross-country traveling social event that gives Triangle alumni a chance to catch up with one another and learn about exciting Triangle Fraternity news and events. Visit www.triangle.org/tdt for event details and locations.

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news briefs An Alumnus Leaves His Mark The new Delta-T on the Cincinnati Chapter house illuminated at night

With a brand new property directly across the street from the university, the Cincinnati Chapter knew it had to do something to show oﬀ their Triangle pride and identify their new chapter house. It didn’t take long for an inspired alumnus to step in and take on the challenge. “When the Cincinnati Chapter recolonized and purchased the new house, I wanted to give the young men

Triangle Fraternity’s first vacation cruise kicked oﬀ on March 14, 2015. Brothers Brian Jarman pur01, Chris Volny tol06, Matt Sakal tol08, Michael Mayer tol09, Tyler Moore tol09, Ryan Sunyak tol10 and guests Kelly Irving and Denise Woods set sail for a seven day Caribbean Cruise on the Carnival Glory. The cruise left out of Miami, visited Cozumel - Mexico, Belize, Mahogany Bay - Honduras, Costa Maya - Mexico, and spent two additional days at sea. In Cozumel, the group had fun at an all-inclusive beach resort complete with sand, sun, and splashing at an inflatable water park. Other excursions included tubing through Belize’s beautiful caves, zip-lining at Mahogany Bay, and visiting Mayan ruins. During sea days on the Carnival Glory, the group lounged on deck in the warm sun, relaxed in the many hot tubs and swimming pools on board, ate too much, and took full

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an identity for their new chapter home,” said Darryl Young cin99. “The house is right across from the University and very visible. I figured the Delta T was the best way to identify the fraternity.” Darryl presented the new Delta T to the Cincinnati Chapter in March. “When we got the Delta T, we were all surprised,” said Sean Gleason cin12. “Rumors had been floating around for a few months that Darryl was planning to

Bon Voyage!

advantage of the ship’s bars. Br. Mayer summarized the cruise best, “It was awesome!” The group had some seasoned cruisers and new cruisers, but everyone had a great time. The next Spring Break vacation is already in the planning stages. Eight people attended this year and the goal is 20 people for next year. Please let Br. Brian Jarman pur01 know if you’re interested in next year’s vacation. Your

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fabricate a sign but very few people knew for sure.” Standing close to six feet tall, the “T” is made out of aluminum and was tig welded together in Young’s home shop. The surrounding triangle is made from box tubing and is mig welded. Hanging the Delta T on the house was just one part of a large outdoor improvement project the Cincinnati Chapter is currently working on. The men are also constructing a new path to the back of the house, planting new landscaping, and cleaning the exterior of the building. But the new Delta T leaves the biggest impression on those who now pass the Cincinnati Chapter house. It has already left a lasting impression on the brothers too. Gleason simply states, “The new sign truly made our house feel more like a home.” Darryl Young cin99 & Sean Gleason cin12

Left to Right Carnival Glory anchored in Belize The group gets ready for spelunking

input will be important in making the second annual vacation a success. To obtain Brother Brian’s contact information reach out to Triangle Fraternity Headquarters. This cruise was organized by Br. Brian Jarman pur01 and was managed by Becky Piper of Cruise One. Becky is married to Dale Piper pur71. Brian Jarman pur01

Constructing the Coat of Arms Top to Bottom: Templates for Shield & Motto, finished product on display Triangle Fraternity’s Coat of Arms was created after the founding of the National Organization. However, the most accurate representations have only existed as detailed drawings. For the 35th anniversary of the Oklahoma Chapter, Stephen Loftus-Mercer ok96 decided to present the chapter with a gift and also solve an issue that had been bothering him since his initiation. “When I first saw the Triangle Coat of Arms back in 1995, I asked to see the real one, and I was saddened to learn it existed only as line art. Why would an organization have a Coat of Arms and NOT physically build it?! That’s the kind of geek I am,” said Loftus-Mercer. Though Brother Stephen’s Coat of Arms is constructed with numerous types of materials, only two parts were purchased – the 8’ frame and helm – with the rest hand fabricated.

“I worked with a carpenter/ metalsmith to get the shield made. It is a functional shield, with wood backing, lacking only the leather straps to make it usable as a fighting shield. From there, I was able to do the rest of the work.” The shield colors are replicated by use of Rustoleum paints. The crest is wood and Styrofoam with clay overlay. The torse, or wreath, was hand dyed so it would be the most accurate rendition of Old Rose and Gray. The motto is vinyl on steel. The mantling is sateen. After months of intermittent work from start to finish Loftus-Mercer was proud to donate the hand-built, humanscale Triangle Coat of Arms to the Oklahoma Chapter. The Coat of Arms is proudly displayed in Kirkpatrick Manor (the Oklahoma Chapter house). Stephen Loftus-Mercer ok96

CSU Hosts “Binary Code: Examining Gender Roles” Oftentimes Triangle chapters engage members of their community through the traditional methods of community service and philanthropic events. This spring the Colorado State chapter took a different approach by hosting an educational workshop open to all members of the CSU community. Hosting a workshop titled “Binary Code: Examining Gender Roles, a Men in the Movement Event,” the Colorado State chapter developed a highly interactive workshop which examined the engineering workplace. The program’s main goal was to connect the dots on how mainstream notions of gender impact the lives of men and women on a day to day basis. But out of all the workshops to host, why this topic? CSU active member John Ladd

csu12 explains, “To have a better world we must first build better men and women. Unfortunately in many of our disciplines women are a significant minority. This workshop aligns with our campus’s Men in the Movement Initiative as well as Triangle’s White Rose campaign. Both these initiatives are pushing for men in the Greek community to take a stand against sexual assault and actively work towards a society of gender equality for the good of our future.” In the end brothers hoped the over 200 students in attendance would better understand gender dynamics in the STEM fields as well as what men in the community can do to help eliminate sexual assault and gender discrimination. “As a chapter we wanted to do our part in promoting gender equality. We then

challenged our fellow IFC chapters to continue the push for gender equality. This will then unite the Greek community for a beneficial and sustainable cause,” said Ladd. John Ladd csu12

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farewell richard Triangle reflects on the life and legacy of Richard Sudheimer minn52

n December 9, 2014, Brother Richard Sudheimer minn52 passed away at age 81. While Sudheimer may have entered Chapter Eternal, his presence will continue to be felt throughout Triangle Fraternity and the Greek community for decades to come. Born in September 1933 in Waconia, Minnesota, Sudheimer attended the University of Minnesota and was initiated into Triangle Fraternity on June 1, 1952. After earning a Bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering degree in 1956, Sudheimer moved to Ohio where he worked for more than 30 years in the U.S. Air Force advanced development planning division at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. In 1988, Sudheimer and his wife Barbara moved to Maui where he worked as Oﬃce Manager at Trend Builders, LLC. While Sudheimer went on to accomplish much in industry it was his time spent volunteering with Triangle Fraternity and the National Interfraternity Conference (now known as the North-American Interfraternity Conference or NIC) where he created a long-lasting impact.

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Top to Bottom Sudheimer (left) is elected as President of the NIC and congratulated by Richard Beaubien mich64 (1977) Sudheimer receives the Triangle Service Key from C. Alan Smith pur44 (1979) Sudheimer, with Mrs. Ellison Onizuka, is awarded the NIC Gold Metal (1988)

Brother Richard Sudheimer had a large presence in Triangle Fraternity. He served on the National Council from 1972 to 1976 and as the Fraternity’s National President from 1974-1975. He was named a Director of the Triangle Education Foundation in 1982 and served as their Secretary and Treasurer. He was elected a Lifetime Director Emeritus of the Foundation in 2009. Outside of Triangle Sudheimer was committed to the Greek community and held various leadership positions. He served as a Director of the National Interfraternity Conference and as its President from 1985-1987. In addition, he was a Director of the National Interfraternity Foundation (NICF) and served as its Chairman from 1987-1988. He continued to stay involved as recently as 2009 when he attended the Centennial Celebration for the North-American Interfraternity Conference, and was part of a team that lobbied on Capitol Hill for passage of the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act. Sudheimer is a recipient of the Triangle Service Key – the highest honor bestowed to a member – and the Top Triangle Award. He also received the NIC Gold Medal, awarded to individuals in recognition of lifelong service to the fraternity movement who are models of selfless service, visionary leadership, and courage of conviction. In 2007 Triangle Fraternity, in recognition of Sudheimer’s lifetime service to Triangle and the Greek community, established an award named in his honor, the Richard H. Sudheimer Interfraternal Leadership Award. Award recipients are non-members of Triangle Fraternity who are recognized for their significant contributions for the betterment of the interfraternal movement – actions Brother Sudheimer supported with unwavering dedication. In Triangle’s history, there are seven men and women who have received the Sudheimer Interfraternal Leadership Award. Sudheimer personally handed the award to six of those seven recipients at various receptions around the country. While Brother Sudheimer’s passing may bring sorrow, a quick glance at his eﬀorts to further Triangle Fraternity and the NIC can bring joy. Many members of Triangle Fraternity and other Greek organizations will always carry with them the desire to improve the fraternal movement as exemplified by Richard Sudheimer.

IN MEMORIAM

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The Triangle family is mourning the loss of a man who exemplified the values of our Fraternity. He built relationships and friendships everywhere he went. His character spoke volumes for his work, convictions, and belief in the advancement of the American college fraternity.” Jeffrey T. Weikinger tol97, Triangle Fraternity National President

The Fraternity world has been truly blesssed to benefit from such great men as Richard. We are all better for his connection to our great movement.” Michael Mayer, Executive Director, Theta Chi Fraternity

I am saddened by his passing but we are much the better as people and as sorority women and fraternity men because of his leadership and influence. He set an example that will be very difficult to emulate...which is what we’re all about.”

chapter eternal Cornell

Charles H. Goodyear cor42 June 2014

Illinois

George Gurney ill53 March 2014 Norman B. Smith ill50 January 2015

Minnesota

Roy S. Johnson minn49 September 2014 Paul E. Ryan minn54

Nebraska

Howard D. Rickel neb64 May 2012

Dave Westol, Richard H. Sudheimer Award Recipent Theta Chi

Richard represented the National Organization well by putting perspective on being part of a larger organization than just our chapter but without giving up any of the pride in our chapter that made us feel unique. His message was about how we can contribute to Triangle as a whole and improve the organization and what opportunities are provided for members. It was a great message that is still true today. Richard had the ability to get his understated message across effectively.” Randy Kerns mom71, Triangle Education Foundation Board

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I remember Dick Sudheimer as a soft spoken but effective leader. He was National Inter-fraternity Conference President at the same time as I was Triangle National President. He was a leadership role model.” Richard Beaubien mich64, Chairman Triangle Building & Housing Corp.

Northwestern

Richard Bobco nu49 October 2013

Penn State

Norman A. Cornell ps42 November 2014

Purdue

Charles V. Jakowatz, Jr. pur70 February 2015

Rose Tech

Douglas W. Meyer rose70 March 2015

Wisconsin

Donald E. Horock wis41 February 2015 Millard Williams wis24 Spring 2015 \ Triangle REVIEW | 23

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