April 2010 Crosss & Crescent

Lady Antebellum ’s Charles Kelle yGrammy Award Winning Artist

April 2010 · XCVII · Issue 4

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Chapter News Chapter news, alumni news, and report of death

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History Touching all the bases

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True Brother Butler AD exemplifies Service & Stewardship

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Fraternity News 2009-2010 conclave recap

BROTHERLY LOVE AT WABASH The Alpha-Kappa brothers stand apart because they live the Ritual and are respectful, academically serious, and give back to society. This may be one reason so many of the brothers pursue higher education and the medical profession...to make society better and raise chapter standards to a higher level.

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10-TIME GRAND HIGH ALPA WINNER With more than 100 undergraduate brothers, the Gamma-Xi chapter at Kansas State prides itself on campus involvement, academics, community service, and being known as gentlemen.

The other secret to the chapter’s successes has been the good leadership, holding brothers accountable, and living the Ritual.

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GRAMMING-WINNING ARTIST Georgia alumni brother Charles Kelley is a lead member of the country music group Lady Antebellum. Since forming in 2006, the Grammy-winning band has won top awards from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.

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50-Years of Great Memories Chartered in 1916, the Alpha-Zeta chapter at Colgate University added nearly 1,000 brothers with very diverse backgrounds.

By Jon Williamson (Maryland) Warren Cole, the founder of Lambda Chi Alpha, identified Colgate University as “a fertile field for fraternity expansion”.

The school, as a result of a rapid growth in their student population, was also in favor of fraternity expansion.

Dr. Elmer B. Bryan, the college president, and James Colgate, college benefactor, wanted the expansion so that more students could enjoy the benefits of fraternity life.

Beginning in October of 1916, three seniors, John W. Lewis (Phi Beta Kappa and first chapter High Alpha), Hayden J. Price (editor-in-chief of Salmagundi, the Colgate yearbook) and John R. Riley (varsity debater) began to select the most prominent men (two were members of Phi Beta Kappa) of the non-fraternity men on the campus.

By December 16, 1916, the group numbered 13 and was installed as our Alpha-Zeta Zeta. There is a traditional belief regarding Colgate: “The number 13 is considered to be lucky to Colgate.

It is said that Colgate was founded by 13 men with $13 and 17 prayers.”

And so it began. The honor of being Alpha Zeta No. 1 was given to Dr. John F. Vichert, faculty adviser and dean of the Colgate Theological Seminary.

Alpha-Zetan In reviewing the earliest chapter newsletters — the Alpha Zetan — the reader is struck by the diverse nature of the chapter. The chapter is composed of outstanding scholars, brothers involved in the arts, and numerous athletes.

The first issue of the Alpha Zetan was published on December 17, 1929. Included in the six page letter, five lettermen are identified and the five Gregg brothers are commended for each having been elected to membership in Phi Beta Kappa.

On the cover of the Alpha Zetan dated February 1935 is a picture of the co-captains of football, Clary Anderson and Jack Fritts.

Thirty-seven brothers are identified as members of varsity teams, with Richard McKee as the captain of the fencing team. In addition, Lambda Chi won its first all-sports intramural trophy; the Louis Gerber Trophy.

With the beginning of World War I came the first of the chapter bothers, John Oscar Johnson, to be killed in action. The chapter would also lose brothers in World War II, the Korean War, and Vietnam.

Terry Pietsch (1965) served in Vietnam.

“I was a captain in the United States Air Force and flew KC135s. A number of brothers served in Vietnam. I enjoyed a very positive experience as an undergraduate in Lambda Chi. It was a wonderful house to live in, with no negatives.”

Although competitive with the other six or seven fraternities on the campus during the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, it was not until after World War II that the chapter hit its stride.

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Hitting Its Stride In the late 1940s, pledge classes numbering 20 or more were typical with one year reaching 32. The chapter began to dominate in intramural competition, winning individual as well as overall competitions.

It was not unusual for the chapter to have multiple captains of teams; one year there were five. Robert Hyatt (1950) was the High Alpha in 1949. “The timing of your call this morning is ironic. My wife and I were just looking at a picture of the two of us sitting in the Colgate Lambda Chi house the first time she visited. Women were not allowed upstairs and it was a nice place to live. The chapter had an active alumni base with which we maintained regular contact. We held brothers accountable for their conduct.

I remember that John Charles was our chef and we had over 60 brothers in the chapter.

I worked in the kitchen in order to earn my board. Ken McClinchie was our adviser.”

I wondered about the number of athletes in the chapter. “Many of us were on a varsity team. I played baseball and was on the team with Steve Kuczek. The summer before I graduated I played with the Allentown Redbirds, which was a St. Louis Cardinals farm team. It was a great experience.”

Tradition was also noted within the chapter in the 1960s; two in particular.

Eight foot long pledge paddles that were highly decorated began to appear, and the Lambda Chis had a special presence at football games; it was a portable cannon that would be fired whenever the Raiders of Colgate scored. The handling of the cannon was well organized, with tasks broken up between actives and pledges.

Unfortunately, this once thriving chapter ended in 1968 when it chose to disaffiliate from Lambda Chi Alpha, leaving behind 50 years of great memories.

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Brotherly Love of Wabash Alpha-Kappa brothers stand apart because they live the Ritual and are respectful, academically serious, and give back to society.

By Jon Williamson (Maryland) more about life than just what was in the textbooks. At that time I never dreamed that I would become a member of the Wabash College Board of Trustees and be able to give back to this great school. I was a part of the chapter during some turbulent times on many college campuses and our chapter here had its share of challenges. It was during the Vietnam War. I remember during my time as High Alpha that the chapter hit a low point and somehow the word made it to George Spasyk (executive vice president emeritus; then executive director) that the situation was at a critical stage. Within 72 hours George had put a team on the campus to conduct a membership review. Fourteen men out of 30-something came out of the review as the nucleus of the chapter, and we began again. The fourteen were concerned about the upcoming recruitment of new men as part of the Honors weekend. We decided to travel to the Butler University campus and asked one of the sororities if they would be willing to assist us that weekend during recruitment. Fortunately, 20 decided to join us and we received commitments from some top men, thanks in no small measure to their presence. From that point on the chapter was off and running.”

The barbarians are coming. The barbarians are coming! That is something I never thought I would have the chance to say. The story of Wabash College began for me when I met Mark Rutherford ’82, an attorney with a firm in Indianapolis, and he gave me a copy of his book, Yours in ZAX, A History of Alpha-Kappa Zeta of Lambda Chi Alpha. It is superbly written, complete with a detailed history and many pictures dating from the earliest formations of ‘barbarians’ or ‘barbs’ who were non-fraternity men.

Rutherford gives credit to Clyde H. Chase ’13, (who became a physician in Detroit, Michigan and served on the Board of Trustees at Wabash College from 1942 to 1948) for planting the seed that would develop into our Lambda Chi chapter. Chase became the first president of the 24 barbarians who formally organized as the Barbarian Association in the spring of 1912.

“The cost to join was ten cents.” This organization reached a membership of 80 in 1913.

Rutherford notes, “Although formed as a group open to all non-fraternity men, the Barbarian Association became a selective group. Desirable individuals were ’rushed.’ A selective group within the Barb Association, called the Viking Club, developed in the spring of 1915. The Vikings had an initiation ceremony and each member had a Viking name.” In 1916 this organization, with 60 members, applied for membership in, and was accepted into, the National Federation of Commons Clubs (N.F.C.C.).

Rutherford states, “The ‘purposes’ of the N.F.C.C. were democracy (defined as being open to all non-fraternity men of good moral standing), service and brotherhood.” The group later became dissatisfied with their association with the N.F.C.C. and by 1918 had petitioned to become a chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha, which took place on May 20, 1918, with the installation handled by Grand High Alpha Warren A. Cole.

After a tour of the campus, visiting the ‘Senior Bench’ and the war memorial, Joe Emmick, Dean of Advancement, took me to the archives at Wabash and introduced me to the archivist, Beth Swift. I can’t begin to express my gratitude to Beth for sharing the Lambda Chi historical memorabilia and history, which has been lovingly preserved over the years.

I could have spent days in the archives looking at letters, chapter newsletters, newspaper clippings, and pictures. I am always looking for previously unknown facts as I write these articles, and thanks to Beth I found several. The motto, ‘Wabash Always Fights’ was coined by newspaper columnist Ed Zeigner ’10 (identified in Mark Rutherford’s book). Rome ‘Ike’ Williams ’06, a member of the original Little Giant Football team of 1904, referenced the phrase in 1919 at an alumni association meeting. Beth showed me an article celebrating Wabash College as the National Intercollegiate Basketball Champions in 1922, and six of the 12 members of that team, Clyde Grater ’23 (captain), Alonzo Goldsberry ‘24, Herbert Crane ‘24, Carl Nurnberger ’23, Paul Schanlaub ’22 and Lee Norman ‘Pete’ Thorn ‘24, were Lambda Chis. As I studied the

When I undertake to write an article on the history of one of our chapters, I begin by researching on the Internet, learning about some of our chapter alumni. I then call several of the brothers and rekindle memories of the chapter ‘back in the day.’ In the fall of 2009 I had participated in a Conclave on the campus and was impressed by its beauty, the care and respect given it by students, and the overall high quality of undergraduates.

For this article I decided that a visit would be best since Crawfordsville, Indiana, is only an hour away. Ted Grossnickle ’73 (Past Grand High Alpha 2002–2006) arranged the campus meetings for me and gave me a tour of the campus. He told me of his own personal Lambda Chi history.

“My brother Alan ’69 graduated from Parsons and was a Lambda Chi there. I stayed in the Lambda Chi house here at Wabash beginning with the Honors-Scholars weekend and knew that it was also the fraternity for me. Interestingly, his son Alan ’93 became a Lambda Chi at Indiana University and my son Doug ’98 became a Lambda Chi here at Wabash. I have wonderful memories of my years here at Wabash. I learned so much

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FEATURE sold the house and land to the college, which was a good decision. That meant that we were homeless for one year with brothers scattered throughout the city and campus while the College renovated the house. It was great to move back in for my junior year. I was ritualist during this time and without a house we held it in Kingery Hall.” Joe had similar memories.

“We always felt we lived in a home. The members were very diverse and we were — and continue to be — very proud of that diversity. Back then only a few brothers played on varsity teams. We were very active in theatre and radio, the newspaper and the yearbook.” All three brothers agreed that the Associate Member program was a good thing and having no hazing set them apart on the campus. Each reflected on the close ties that Lambda Chi has always enjoyed with the faculty at Wabash. In particular was Professor Emeritus of Classics John Fischer, who left indelible footprints at both the College and at Lambda Chi. “He wanted everyone to try all different types of foods, and I especially remember him explaining how to properly eat artichokes, and then he brought the word ‘feckless’ into everyone’s vocabulary. He is a wonderful man and a great brother.”

alumni files I identified well over 50 brothers who have become professors at colleges and universities, over 20 at Wabash. In addition, over 50 of our brothers have become medical doctors.

I finished up the day with lunch at the chapter house. It is a beautiful structure, built prior to the Civil War and is a registered national landmark.

It is well kept and that day it was inspected by a university official who praised the brothers for their efforts. I sat with the president of the chapter, Sam Starbuck, and listened to Bill, Greg, Ted, and several undergraduates tell war stories and laugh at the tales that each shared. It was a perfect picture of brotherhood. “This is what our chapter is all about, brothers enjoying each other’s conversation,” said Sam. “Presently, we are over capacity with 63 men living in the house, but we wouldn’t want it any other way. We have been in the top three in scholarship for each of the past 10 years. We won intramurals in ’05–’06 and currently we are leading again with four individual sports victories, including football. All of the brothers participate in an outside activity, with many of us on varsity teams and four of the brothers serving as captains. In addition, the president and treasurer of the IFC are both Lambda Chis. We continue the tradition of having a faculty dinner each semester, and we participate in many philanthropic events.” I asked several of them what made Lambda Chi Alpha special on the campus, and they quickly responded, “Our principles. We live our Ritual and we have at least 21 brothers participating in it. And we have no hazing, which definitely sets us apart here at Wabash.”

Perhaps the most amazing find was Frank Moody Mills, class of 1846. Yes, that isn’t a typo! Frank was born in 1831 and died in 1929. He lived a very full life. He entered Wabash College when he was 13 but did not graduate as a member of the class of 1846. Afterward he became a publisher heading up Mills & Company, was the state binder (printing), owned the Des Moines Register from 1866 to 1892, as well as the Sioux Falls Traction Co. in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, which made trolley cars. He returned to Wabash in 1928 to be graduated from the school and was initiated at that time at the age of 97. Yes, he is our oldest initiate. Initiated with Frank Mills was Charles Norris Williams of the class of 1876. At that time he was serving (1925-1939) on the Board of Trustees of Wabash, was a former president of the National Association of Wabash Men, and he was chairman of the board of Farmers Trust Company of Indianapolis. He made a major gift of $100,000 to Wabash College.

After the archives I visited with Dr. William ‘Bill’ Cook ’66, Professor of Religion, J. Gregory ‘Greg’ Redding ’88, Associate Professor Modern Languages and Literature and current chapter High Pi, and Joe Emmick ’92 joined us. Bill had very fond memories of his time at Lambda Chi. “I joined in 1962 during which time the back portion of the house was built and the pledges had the opportunity to finish the build-out. I lived in the house for all four years and the one thing that always brings a smile to my face is that we had 62 brothers living in the house and only one telephone.

These were the days before everyone had a cell phone. I was the scholarship chairman and it was my responsibility to enforce the study rules, which also applied to the seniors. We always had excellent scholarship because it was honored.” I especially enjoyed Bill’s remembering the tone that was set for the pledges back in the day. “I will always remember the pledge trainer greeting the new pledges with words to the effect of, ‘Gentlemen, we are impressed that you were athletes in high school, that you had good grades in high school and that some of you were valedictorians in high school, and that you were this and that in high school. Gentlemen, we are no longer impressed. We don’t know if you’ll make it through your freshman year.’

That set the tone of the rigors at Wabash that awaited them.” Greg remembers one particular major change. “In 1984 the home association

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As the day came to a close, I reflected back on some of Ted’s comments. “The Gentlemen’s Rule is the only rule at Wabash, and it states, ‘The student is expected to conduct himself at all times, both on and off the campus, as a gentleman and a responsible citizen.’” As an outsider, I could buy into that being the norm at this college. The men go against the stereotype of the typical male college student; they are respectful, academically serious, and they give back to society. I believe that is one reason so many of our brothers go into higher education and the medical profession…to make society better, and to take it to a higher level. “Wabash Always Fights!”

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10-Time Grand High Alpha Winner With more than 100 undergraduate brothers, the Gamma-Xi chapter at Kansas State prides itself on campus involvement, academics, community service, and being known as gentlemen.

By Jon Williamson (Maryland)

Sometimes it is challenging to describe success, especially in the subjective world of fraternity. Lambda Chi Alpha’s Grand High Alpha Award is probably the best indicator as it is given to those chapters who “have maintained superior operations and fraternal spirit for a minimum of three consecutive years (and) are recognized for sustained excellence. A chapter may receive this award only once every third year.”

Beginning with their first Grand High Alpha Award in 1978, the brothers at Kansas State University are Lambda Chi Alpha’s most honored chapter, having received this award 10 times.

Early Beginnings The Elkhart Club was formed in 1915. It was similar to other clubs on the campus with a means to having good food and comfortable living conditions while in school.

When the members returned to campus in 1922, they realized that in order to grow and prosper they needed to identify with a strong national fraternity. Lambda Chi Alpha was unanimously chosen by the members.

Looking at the 26-man roster at the time of

their petition, you will find that all seniors had served in World War I. The members were active in outside activities, including varsity football and basketball, ROTC, and professional organizations. The requirement for membership stated, “The first requisite for membership is to be a gentleman. Intelligent, wide-awake men are sought who are willing to work for true brotherhood.”

The honor of being Gamma-Xi No. 1 went to John W. Ballard who majored in civil engineering, was on the varsity football and wrestling teams, and was also a member of the Hamilton Literary Society and the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Eleven of the alumni of the Elkhart Club returned to be initiated, including Harry Van Tuyl who fought in World Wars I and II and retired as a colonel, and Harold Tarpley who became a professor at Penn State University.

Dr. G.S. Cook was a physics professor at the time and he stated, “The impetus which becoming a national would give the club would, no doubt, make it one of the leading fraternities and a chapter of which we would be proud.”

Dr. Cook’s vision was right on target, but the

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lean times came first....

Closing and Resurgence Through the 1920s the chapter had numerous varsity men and was very competitive in intramurals, winning the championship in 1929. In May 1930 the chapter won the first inter-fraternity sing on the campus. By 1934 membership had been significantly reduced, and the house in which they were living had been returned to the mortgage holder.

Prominent undergraduates in those years were Joe Creed, captain of the swimming team, Clement Richardson, captain of the basketball team, and Leonce Picot, who would become a veterinarian and for whom a Kansas State University scholarship would be named.

By 1937 the depression had taken its toll financially and the chapter was closed.

After World War II, two Lambda Chis, Desmond Watt (University of Alberta and a college professor) and John Haney (Hampton-Sydney) transferred to Kansas State University and began working with the Kansas City Alumni Association members to restore the chapter. On April 5, 1948, the chapter was installed, and Walter McKee (a

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trainer when Fred Suggs (1970) was the High Alpha. The chapter has always looked for very high quality men with good grades. I always wanted to continue my involvement with Lambda Chi after I graduated and I found a natural fit with the housing corporation. They have always been very special people. Our corporation members are totally dedicated and it takes that dedication to handle two properties. Maintenance is a constant challenge.”

recipient of Lambda Chi Alpha’s Order of Merit) was named the chapter president.

On March 27, 1949, Richard Weidenbach (1952) was initiated into the Fraternity, and his father, Glen O. Weidenbach, was present.

It was a special moment since his dad had been a charter member of the chapter, later serving as ritualist, and the Lambda Chi badge pinned on his son had been given to his mother in a pinning ceremony 21 years to the day earlier.

Richard fondly remembers those early days after World War II: “During my undergraduate days the brothers used to visit my grandparents’ ranch for social events. I began the chariot relay race at Kansas State and I remember the president of the university attended the first one in the old stadium with piped in music, and many prizes. I have so many wonderful memories serving the chapter as ritualist and secretary and editing the chapter newsletter. I had met several traveling secretaries and it became something I was interested in doing. I graduated in January 1952 and moved to Indianapolis and spent two years in that job.

It was a great experience. I didn’t have a car so I traveled to chapters by bus, train, and plane.

One of my many favorite memories as a traveling secretary was being in charge of registration for the 23rd General Assembly at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City and dancing with the International Crescent Girl,

who would later become Miss America. John Ballard, the No. 1 on the chapter rolls, was the best man at my wedding.”

Alumni and Accountability Two brothers have been part of the team of alumni who have shepherded the chapter for many, many years. Dr. Sam Odle was initiated as one of the charter members at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. “I chose UAB because they have an outstanding optometry school. After graduation I moved back to Manhattan to establish my practice.

One day a brother came in for an eye exam and during the course of our conversation said the chapter was looking for a High Pi. That was in 1984, and I have been in that position ever since. I have used my past experiences in trying to guide them in making good decisions and looking after one another.

The secret to the chapter’s successes has been the good leadership within the chapter. All the officers make sure the house runs smoothly and they hold members accountable. The brothers take the reins and maintain high standards and police themselves. Since the officers lead at such a high level, the freshmen and sophomores follow and learn, passing it down from class to class. The Lambda Chi housing board has been very helpful throughout all of these years.”

I remarked that I was amazed at the way the alumni stay in touch with the chapter. “The total undergraduate experience/brotherhood is what brings these men back. They are fulfilling their oaths and obligations. And it is always fun to go back and see the undergraduates and other alums. Initiation remains the single greatest memory. The No. 1 priority is the undergraduate chapter, and our goal is to keep it there for a long, long time. It is a wonderful experience and it is not an accident that we are a good chapter; it is filled with good guys who have super values.”

Former Grand High Alpha Fred W. Suggs Jr. served on the Grand High Zeta from 1986 to 1998, the last four years as the Grand High Alpha. “I grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, and I admired several young men a few years older than me. They went to Auburn and joined Lambda Chi Alpha. When I went to Kansas State and went through rush, I made sure that Lambda Chi

Gene Laughrey was elected to the Housing Corporation in 1969. “I served as the pledge

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FEATURE was at the top of my bid selection list. I thoroughly enjoyed my first year, especially with a large pledge class. I have many, many good memories of my time in the chapter, serving as an officer, and working on the chapter’s largest philanthropy. It was the chariot race that was held in the spring in the stadium. It brought credit to the chapter and it was highly anticipated on the campus.”

Why do brothers continue to serve after graduation? “After graduating in 1970, I joined the Army for two years and afterward I attended law school at the University of Alabama. By 1975, I realized that I missed the brotherhood but there weren’t opportunities to serve a specific chapter where I lived in South Carolina at that time so I began to seek membership on the national board. Serving on the Grand High Zeta was a great honor and I always looked forward to being with the undergraduates during Leadership Seminars and General Assemblies. I am proud of all the Kansas State chapter continues to accomplish.

I believe their foundation for success is that they continue to be dedicated to the ideals of the Fraternity and our Ritual. I was very fortunate to be in the chapter when the chapter’s four Order of Merit recipients were present: Albert Ames, Ralph Lashbrook, Walter McKee and Marvin Lundquist (1950). Our housemother, Mom Estes, who was friendly and helpful to all of the men, was also a strong positive influence.”

Marvin Lundquist was first elected to Lambda Chi’s housing board in 1954 and still serves in

that capacity 56 years later. “I remember clearly that sunny afternoon in 1948, when we were initiated at the Methodist Church. It was a splendid and mighty fine day. We had no house and our weekly chapter meetings were held in Kedzie Hall. Back then we had picnics for our rush parties. I remember that some of our braver or more adventuresome members and pledges would get carried away when we had picnics at the Sunset Zoo and would jump the fence and try to ride the buffaloes. We were new, but we had spirit. I’m still excited to be going to the annual pig roast, which is the big event for the alums. We get together and exchange wild stories and visit with our brothers.”

Current Chapter Activities “One of the first things you learn when you join Lambda Chi Alpha at Kansas State is that the older brothers stress the importance of being part of a Grand High Alpha Award winning chapter. We have great alumni who push us in each category and they are equally concerned that we continue to do a great job.”

These are the comments of the current High Alpha Andrew Huschka, who has the responsibility of leading the chapter.

“We are totally dedicated to values-based recruitment with the High Delta being our most important position. We recruit leaders out of high school, with the first day we can sign them to a bid being April 24. The High Delta has an assistant - usually a freshman who many times becomes the next High

Delta. Our main way of identifying potential members is through current brothers, parents, sororities, and legacies. We meet with their parents, meet with freshmen at recruitment events at campus and send them bid packets, which show them everything we have accomplished as a chapter. In the packets are letters from mothers whose sons have joined the chapter. We use team events such as dodgeball to allow them to make a connection with a brother. The chapter targets between 23 and 28 men each year.”

I’m always interested in a current picture of the chapter. “We have 108 brothers with 65 residing in the house. Every brother is involved in at least one outside activity and many are members of honorary organizations.

Five of the 62 senators are Lambda Chis, and the IFC Risk Manager is a brother. The chapter GPA for the fall of 2009 is 3.09. Our largest philanthropy is our Watermelon Bust, which is in its 54th consecutive year. All monies collected are donated to the Flint Hills Bread Basket, a community food bank.

We pride ourselves on being gentlemen on the campus. When a woman walks into the chapter house, every man stands up, and we open doors for women. We have a number of traditions. Paddles are a special work of art; painted, designed, and decorated. There is a competition for the best paddle before big brothers and little brothers exchange them.

The chapter sings songs (two or three) every Monday and Wednesday night at dinner.

Associate members give a ‘Delta Pi’ to an upperclassman who influenced him the most, and an upperclassman gives a ZAX to a younger brother to carry on the tradition.

When men join our chapter it doesn’t take long for them to realize what a great chapter we are.”

When interviewing Andrew, he told me his family’s personal Lambda Chi Alpha history.

Andrew’s father was a member of another fraternity at Kansas State. Somehow, when Andrew’s oldest brother attended Kansas State he was overlooked and was not extended a bid by the other fraternity. He became the first of the five Huschka brothers to become a Lambda Chi. Each has served as High Delta, and the youngest brother currently occupies that office. Two have served as High Alpha.

Great tradition!

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CHAPTER NEWS

Chapter News Chapter news, alumni news, and reports of death Angelo State (Beta-Alpha)

Baldwin-Wallace (Kappa-Phi Colony)

Akron (Gamma-Alpha)

Ball State (Iota-Alpha Colony)

In February 4, 2010, chapter brothers joined with the Zeta Kappa chapter of Sigma Kappa for an Ice Cream Social with the residents of Legend Oaks Retirement Home.

The General Fraternity is pleased to announce the expansion effort to re-open Kappa-Phi Zeta at Baldwin-Wallace College.

Brothers John Cain and Matthew Schultz from the General Fraternity staff were joined by Master Steward Cody Siewert for the formal announcement to the Greek community on campus, followed by meetings with college staff, local alumni, and undergraduates. The full expansion effort will be launched during the fall 2010 semester when the first group of new associate members will begin leading the colony forward. Any alumni brothers in the Northeast Ohio region who are interested in helping with the expansion may contact Associate Director of Chapter Services John Cain at jcain@lambdachi.org.

William Carter (1954) died January 4, 2010.

At the Greek Leadership Awards, the chapter received top fraternity honors in both Membership Development, Risk Management, and Overall Interfraternity Sportsmanship.

Additionally the chapter was recognized as one of the top three fraternities in Overall Chapter Excellence.

Boston (Alpha)

The chapter recruited 12 new associate members, more new members than any other fraternity on campus, and the chapter’s biggest class in more than 10 years.

Gary Horning (1983), vice president - sales & marketing at Polymer Valley Chemicals, Inc., has closed 2009 as chair of the Rubber Division of the American Chemical Society. His theme for the year was “Reflections, Challenges & Expectations.” During 2009, the Rubber Division celebrated its 100th anniversary. It is the largest technical organization in the tire and rubber industry with more than 2,500 members within the United States and abroad. Division headquarters is located on the campus of the University of Akron.

Central Florida (Beta-Eta)

Daniel Seeff lost a close race for SGA president, receiving 48 percent of the vote. Chapter brothers worked very hard on the Seeff campaign, generating some significant brotherhood and bonding.

Central Florida Area Alumni Association Twelve alumni brothers attended the Disney Institute networking event, followed by an abbreviated version of their “Leadership Excellence” program. Afterward, they took a behind-the-scenes tour of Epcot and the Magic Kingdom.

Ron Sykes (1955) died November 26, 2009. He was a regular supporter of the renovation efforts for the active chapter house.

Arkansas (Gamma-Chi)

Dale Hart (1947) died Oct. 27, 2003.

Alberta (Epsilon-Rho)

The chapter has three brothers on IFC: vice president - internal, vice president - recruitment, and chapter representative. The chapter held two philanthropy events; a blood drive on February 27, 2010, during which 26 people volunteered to donate blood to Canadian Blood Services, and the March 27, 2010, Spring Food Drive for the Edmonton Food Bank. www.crossandcrescent.com

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Central Michigan (Lambda-Omega)

Sigma Alpha in which all students in attendance wore outfits that were purchased for no more than $5.

On March 20, 2010, chapter brothers teamed with the sisters of Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority to host an Ice Skating Philanthropy event to help raise $3,500 for Children’s Play Therapy.

The chapter added one new associate, Phillip Hale, from Plano, Texas.

Colorado (Gamma-Mu)

For the past 14 years Jim Schafer has been the assistant to the president of the Denver Broncos Football Club. He travels with the team to all the away games and has attended the past 13 Super Bowls.

Ken Nepove (1970) is retired and living in La Quinta, California. He is active with the Colorado University alumni and helping with football recruitment in Southern California.

Clemson (Delta-Omicron)

The chapter held “Greek Bowl,” where chapter brothers coach each sorority on campus in a weekend flag football tournament.

During this competition the sororities are encouraged to collect canned food or money for the North American Food Drive. This year the chapter facilitated the collection of 4,000 cans and $1,500.

Culver-Stockton (Kappa-Mu) Chapter brothers participated in “Sister Sing-off,” which raises awareness for breast cancer and serves as a celebration for survivors. This is the second consecutive year that our brothers have helped with this event.

The chapter now totals 67 brothers with many older brothers staying involved and raising the retention rate.

The chapter adopted a resolution that each brother complete five hours of community service per semester.

The chapter is participating in the Adopt-a-Highway program.

The chapter is partnering with the local elementary school to offer services to students, particularly tutoring in math, and methods for reducing bullying.

On April 10, 2010, Grant Carlton (2008) will begin a cross country bicycle trip from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to San Francisco, to raise money for a charity, “Homes for Our Troops,” which builds homes for injured veterans at no cost to the them.

Mark A. Hamilton (1984) is the national sales manager for Great Western LLC, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and processors of high quality popcorn, concession supplies, and cleaning supplies to the theater industry. He has been with Great Western Products for 15 years, living in Huntsville, Alabama, and working out of Hollywood, Alabama. He currently oversees all distributor and movie theater sales for the company.

Coe (Zeta-Alpha)

This past month Zeta-Alpha chapter has been busy with several different events.

On February 26, 2010, the chapter hosted a pie-baking event with Tri Delta sorority. Proceeds go to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. he chapter hosted a Founders Day dinner on March 2, 2010.

The chapter held a $5 dollar prom event with the sisters of Alpha

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Denison (Gamma-Iota)

Eastern Kentucky (Phi-Beta)

The chapter held an Initiation Ritual on March 26, 2010.

The chapter won two awards during Greek Week. On February 28, 2010, for the second year in a row, Alumni Adviser Scott Jackson was awarded the Eastern Kentucky University Best Alumnus Award. The chapter also received the Best Educational Program Award for its annual Drunken Driving Awareness Week, which included a “change war,” conducted an educational series on Drunken Driving Awareness, and a car smash. All proceeds were donated to Mothers’ Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Chapter brothers will particiapte in Relay for Life in early April 2010.

Chapter brothers held a serenade at Kappa Alpha Theta sorority for brother Brian Cox.

Denver (Alpha-Pi)

Jonathan Meyer launched a new website called cravingsearch.com catering to all foodies and allowing them to search for specific menu items, happy hours, late night cravings, and much more.

Denver District Chief Judge Larry Naves (1968) is leaving the bench to work as a private arbiter. He begins working for the Judicial Arbiter Group in April. Naves was appointed to the bench in January 1987 by former Gov. Dick Lamm.

Drexel (Epsilon-Kappa Colony)

Since recolonizing, the chapter held its second Associate Member Ceremony on March 7, 2010, and adding three associate members.

Eureka (Theta-Chi)

The chapter held an Initiation Ritual for six new brothers.

Michael Reagan accepted an invitation to become an honorary brother.

Richard G. Jamison (1953) died February 23, 2010. He joined Vick Chemical Division of Richardson-Merrell as a co-op student from Drexel University. After graduation he became assistant employment manager, eventually rising to the position of personnel supervisor of the plant and then personnel director of the National Drug Division. He went on to become director of compensation and benefits for General Mills in Minnesota and then worked from 1974 until his retirement in 1990 for Rockwell International as director of compensation.

Evansville (Iota-Mu)

Paul Estridge Jr. (1980), President and Chief Servant of The Estridge Companies, writes about his father’s influence on his career in the March 7, 2010, edition of The Indianapolis Star. He was profiled in the May 2009 issue of the Cross & Crescent Ferris State (Iota-Psi) Ten percent of the active chapter achieved Dean’s Lists honors.

An additional 35 percent of the chapter was above a 3.0 GPA. Justin Price finished 4th overall in track during the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships.

Steve Neshkoff completed an interview with MTV concerning Student Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan.

East Tennessee State (Iota-Omicron)

Yhe chapter earned the highest GPA on campus for the fall semester.

Nicholas J. Nedow died March 5, 2010. He served as a police officer in the city of Owosso and Cambridge Township before becoming a deputy with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office in 2007. In 2005, Nick received the Distinguished Citizen Award from the Michigan State Police. Nick also received a Lifesaving Award from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.

Nicholas Mitchell was elected IFC president.

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Florida Southern (Epsilon-Xi)

Illinois (Chi)

William S. “Bill” Martin (1950) died December 27, 2009.

Ramsen Zacharia was awarded Brother of the Month for his excellent work as the previous chapter president.

Florida State (Zeta-Rho)

The chapter will host its alumni golf outing on April 24, 2010.

Contact Tim Goss at goss1@illinois.edu for more information.

The chapter placed second in intramural basketball.

The chapter held a dance marathon fundraiser and was the largest-numbered male organization participating, with more than 30 dancers, while raising more than $8,000.

Illinois State (Beta-Omicron) On March 20, 2010, the chapter celebrated Founders Day and commemorated its chartering in 1969.

Attendance was excellent with great membership participation from the house and a large number of alumni brothers.

Franklin (Kappa-Gamma)

The chapter held an Initiation Ritual for 11 brothers on February 19, 2010.

On February 12, 2010, the chapter brothers served hot chocolate to students at Franklin College.

On March 6, 2010, during Greek Week community service the chapter helped clean Little League baseball fields.

On March 14, 2010, the chapter held a “Bag Drop,” raising almost 900 pounds of food to benefit the poor and homeless at the Lighthouse Mission in Indianapolis.

In honor of the chapter’s founding father Dan Swille, who died September 30, 2009, an award was presented at this event: Dan Swille: Alumni of the Year. This year’s winner was Mike Doran (1986). He has been the president of the Beta-Omicron Alumni Association for the past two years and is always willing to help our chapter whenever needed.

On April 8-9, 2010, the chapter will hold a Teeter-Totter-AThon to raise money for a local food pantry.

Jay Vause (1972) died March 11, 2010. Prior to his retirement in 2009, he worked as a successful salesman and sales manager.

He recently found great enjoyment helping his daughter, Jenn, at Evolve Dance Company, their family business. Known as Grandmaster Jay, he was the heart of the dance studio and will be remembered for his kind and caring ways.

Georgia Tech (Beta-Kappa)

The following brothers were elected to IFC: Charley Crossan, IFC Executive Board as the communications vice president; Austin Harvey, Greek Excellence committee chair; Brad Bauerkemper, Alumni Relations committee chair; Ryan Terret High Point (Iota-Phi)

Indiana (Alpha-Omicron)

Ward Roberts (2000) is working on his second feature film, “Dust Up.” His previous movie, “Little Big Top,” starring Sid Haig, was made possible in large part due to a relationship made with chapter brothers. “Little Big Top” had its world premiere at the prestigious Heartland Film Festival in Indianapolis and came out in theaters in late 2008, and on DVD last year.

The chapter recently held its annual Watermelon Bust to raise money for the North American Food Drive. This is in addition to a drive last fall, which collected more than 4,000 pounds of food for the same organization.

Iowa Weslyan (Theta-Iota)

Woodrow “Woody” Shearer (1936) died March 20, 2010. An Order of Merit recipient, he was elected president of the student council his senior year of college. He served in World War II as a member of the 701st Military Police Battalion from 1941-46. He became postmaster in Columbus Junction November 1949 and retired from the U.S. Postal Service in March 1976.

He was involved with the Columbus Gazette, assisting his father B.H. Shearer, editor and publisher, for more than 60 years, and later his brother Bill.

The chapter added 14 associate members this spring.

The chapter held its annual Rock-a-Thon, and raised more than $2,000 for the Aicardi Syndrome Foundation.

Idaho (Epsilon-Gamma Colony)

The chapter placed second overall in the 2010 Greek Week competition.

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James Madison (Phi-Eta)

Massachusetts Inst of Tech (Lambda)

Raymond Straus (1984) died March 6, 2010. He was the co-founder of Tennis4Life Academy, a non-profit organization for junior tennis players in the mid-Atlantic states. He was also the co-founder of 93 Octane, a marketing firm, a board member of the Virginia Council of CEOs, and a member of the Day of Caring and Sharing Committee for the 2010 Maccabi Games.

The chapter began a clothing drive to benefit the Boston-Central branch of The Salvation Army. The drive ends April 14, 2010.

Clifford H. Matson Jr. (1947) died August 28, 2009.

Mercer (Zeta-Omega)

On February 19-21, 2010, a reunion was held on campus for alumni brothers from 1974 to 1980. Thirty-one brothers, spouses, and several little sisters attended. Chapter brothers provided a campus tour.

Kettering-A (Lambda-Epsilon-A)

The chapter participated in the Hurley and McLaren Medical foundation fundraiser by providing valet services to two hospitals, raising nearly $1,000 in donations.

Methodist (Sigma-Theta Colony)

The chapter hosted an alumni banquet, inviting alumni brothers to come to the chapter house and enjoy a catered dinner while sharing past experiences of Lambda Chi Alpha. This event raised approximately $800 for the North American Food Drive.

The chapter held a “Lambda Chi Alpha Bracket Challenge” to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House.

The chapter held an Initiation Ritual for 17 new brothers and now has 39 active brothers.

Louisville (Zeta-Sigma)

Chapter brothers hosted the “Phoenix Dinner” on March 5, 2010, for alumni and parents in celebration of the 2009 Phoenix Award.

Tyler Gill, Nick Pappe, and Zach Barnes were elected to Student Government positions.

McGill (Iota-Iota)

Alumni Collin Watson and Charles Bierbrier (1998) are leading an effort to form an alumni network to support the chapter. In addition to financial donations, the alumni have been donating old photographs, awards, and memorabilia.

Two chapter brothers became members of the Methodist Student Activity Committee, one of whom was elected a resident adviser for the upcoming year.

The chapter is partnering with the Fayetteville Urban Ministries for community service events including collecting food for the food bank.

Miami-OH (Zeta-Upsilon)

Zach Owens and Daniel Lentz were initiated into the Order of Omega Greek Honor Society. The Annual Beach Volleyball Classic, which raises money for the North American Food Drive, is scheduled for early in the Fall Semester.

Michigan (Sigma)

The chapter added four new associate members, bringing the winter recruitment total to six.

Nevertheless, there are still many alumni with whom we would like to connect, to hear how they are, as well as learning about their old traditions. Please contact Devin Jem at fight. offyourdemons@live.ca for more information.

Michigan Tech (Phi-Phi)

The alumni association invites all brothers to Houghton, Michigan, on August 6-8, 2010, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the chapter. More information is available on the chapter website.

The chapter added three new associate members, and a second Initiation Ritual is planned for later this semester. Epsilon-Epsilon chapter brothers from Toronto helped the chapter perform the previous Initiation Ritual.

Millsaps (Theta-Eta)

Dean McRobie was elected president of McGill’s Greek Council, which is the largest student organization on campus.

David Watkins has been involved in the renovation of a local landmark hotel, The King Edward, which has been vacant since 1967.

The chapter held its bi-annual Teeter-Totter-a-Thon, which raises monies for the Fondation du cancer du sein du Quebec.

Steven W. Smith (1981) has joined the Washington, D.C. team of Atlantic Trust as a managing director.

Maryland-Baltimore County (Phi-Delta)

Mississippi State (Epsilon-Chi)

The chapter added five new associate members.

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The chapter hosted the Great South Conclave on February 5-7, 2010. The event was a success, with brothers attending from Mercer, Alabama, Montevallo, Florida State, Troy, Samford,

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There was a lot of sharing of ideas between the brothers. The educational sessions were held in the Student Union building on the campus of Mississippi State. These included officer roundtables, Exoteric Mysteries, Cole Recruitment, the True Leader series, Call to Brotherhood, Financial Management, and Harm Reduction. The alumni leading the Conclave included Educational Leadership Consultants Chris Cole and Joshua Birchfield, Master Stewards Dr. Elgan Baker and John Hendricks. Headquarters staff attending included Executive Vice President Bill Farkas and Director of Risk Management Matt Roy. We were also pleased to have Dr. Greg Smith, Grand High Gamma, give the closing address on Saturday night.

Our monthly events include the beach clean-up with Alpha Chi Omega sorority and volunteering at the Cornucopia Food Pantry. We also have a clothing sale every semester in which one-half of the proceeds are donated towards the North American Food Drive.

The chapter conducted two different Initiation Rituals for 14 new brothers.

New Orleans (Lambda-Alpha)

During student government elections, Eric Gallatin was re-elected president, John Mineo was elected vice president, Lucas Funderburk was re-elected treasurer, and Kevin Walker was elected secretary of state.

Missouri-Kansas City (Sigma-Rho) The chapter launched its new website

Missouri (Gamma-Kappa)

North Carolina-Charlotte (Beta-Upsilon)

The men of the Gamma-Kappa Zeta would like to congratulate; Tim Noce, who was elected student body president, John Bowen, Graham Tinker, and Alex Berry who were selected for the 2010 Greek Week Steering Committee, and Kevin Holle and Aaron Finnegan, who served on the 2009 MU Homecoming Steering Committee.

The chapter conducted a canned food drive in its surrounding area and collected close to 100 pounds.

The chapter won the intramural basketball championship.

Oklahoma (Gamma-Rho)

The chapter won basketball in OU Intramurals and is expected to win the intramural championship for the 17th time in 23 years.

Chapter President Michael Nash and Vice President Courtlyn Shoate were selected as two of OU’s Big Men on Campus, which is awarded to nine men in all. Nash was also selected as one of 10 Outstanding Juniors and was selected into PE-ET, OU’s Top Ten Senior Honor Society.

The chapter would also like to thank their former High Pi, Ron Graves (1987), for his time and service.

John Minton (2007) released his new single “Innocence Lost” on DBH Productions, with 100 percent of the proceeds to be donated to the National Children’s Alliance and the C.A.R.E. (Child Abuse Response and Evaluation) Center.

Chris Ray, Jack Renfroe, and Ezra Gentle were selected as Outstanding OU Freshmen.

Montana State (Epsilon-Delta)

Alumni brothers are planning a reunion for Homecoming 2010 on October 8-9, 2010.

Oregon State (Alpha-Lambda)

Beating the other 23 fraternities, the chapter swept Kappa Delta sorority’s Mock Rock Week, which included the posthumous honor of naming Cody Thompson (2009) as the 2010 Man of the Dagger. Thompson died June 19, 2009, after The chapter participated in Relay for Life.

The chapter held a fundraiser, “The Souper Bowl,” which raised money for the American Cancer Society.

New Hampshire (Alpha-Xi)

During the fall semester, the chapter fulfilled more community service hours per member (20.21 hrs/brother) than any other Greek organization.

The chapter’s annual philanthropies include the Teeter-Totter-AThon with Alpha Phi sorority, the Brian Hannafin Memorial Barbeque with Kappa Delta, and the North American Food Drive with Delta Xi Phi sorority.

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Rhode Island (Eta)

Jared Bergman died March 26, 2010. He was a business major in his junior year at the University of Rhode Island. A passionate sports enthusiast, Jared loved basketball and the New York Yankees. He had a special talent for working with children and was a counselor for several summers at Iona College Summer Day Camp.

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Richmond (Alpha-Chi Colony)

Samford (Theta-Alpha)

The chapter held its first colony-led Associate Member Ceremony on February 27, 2010, in which eight new brothers joined the fraternity.

Zach Owens and Daniel Lentz were initiated into the Order of Omega Greek Honor Society.

Sewanee (Iota-Nu)

John M. Glenn Jr. (1977) died May 18, 2009.

St. Joseph’s (Phi-Lambda)

Rose-Hulman (Theta-Kappa)

The chapter participated in Bunny Bash with Tri-Sigma sorority on March 20, 2010. At Bunny Bash, an Easter-themed party, members dressed up in bunny costumes and entertained local children.

The chapter had a successful fall rush, adding 14 new associate members.

The fall quarter began with the first ever Soggy Donut Car Show on September 19, 2009, to raise money for the Soggy Donut Fund. The fund was set up by the Terre Haute Police Department after a major flood in the summer of 2008 and is to provide help for emergency response personal whenever disaster strikes. The event took place on the Rose-Hulman campus, included 27 cars, raised $400, and helped to demonstrate the chapter’s involvement in community service.

On March 23-24, 2010, the chapter co-hosted the Red Cross Blood Drive with the Student Senate.

More than 100 appointments were scheduled.

The chapter participated in the 16th annual North American Food Drive to raise canned goods for the Light House Mission of Terre Haute. Brothers went to local stores and placed bags in the Terre Haute area, asking for non-perishable goods. The bags were picked up a week later. In the end we were able to collect 1,310 pounds of canned goods.

The chapter held several brotherhood events, including a rockclimbing trip, a go-karting/camping trip, and a ski trip, along with several movie nights.

The chapter established an Alumni Advisory Board and looks forward to working with it, and, with its guidance, becoming a chapter of true excellence.

Shippensburg (Phi-Tau)

Andrew Rill (1986) died March 20, 2010. He was a visionary businessman and a recognized leader in the hospitality business.

He founded Wirehead Business Technologies in 1999, which is a computer technology company specializing in point of sale for the hospitality industry. He was also the president of Remote Controlz Company and an active member of the Pennsylvania Restaurant Assoc. He was a community leader and philanthropist, serving on the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Farmers Assoc., Second Mile, 4-H PA Food Bank, Taste of the Nation, Future Farmers of America Animal Auction, Camp Cadet State Police, and March of Dimes.

Simpson (Theta-Lambda)

The chapter completed the annual Teeter-Totter-a-Thon fundraiser to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Rutgers (Phi)

Jack Williams (1943) died January 21, 2010. A World War II veteran, he served as a carrier-based torpedo bomber pilot (Torpedo Squadron One) aboard the USS Yorktown (CV-10) in 1944 and participated in the Battle of the Philippine Sea, the “Marianna’s Turkey Shoot,” the first US attack on Chi Chi Jima in the Bonin Islands (for which he received the first of four air medals), and the invasions of Guam, Saipan, and Tinian in the Pacific Theater. After World War II he served as a Navy flight instructor and then returned to complete his studies at Rutgers University. He was a New York Life Insurance agent in Oklahoma City beginning in 1952 and continuing for over 57 years.

The chapter won the Simpson College Penny Wars, an annual penny drive where the winning fraternity or sorority donates the proceeds to the charity.

South Carolina (Epsilon-Psi)

The chapter has adopted Bluff Road in Columbia, South Carolina. On February 27, 2010, approximately 30 brothers and associates spent several hours cleaning the highway.

South Carolina-Aiken (Pi-Alpha)

Chapter brothers participated in a dance marathon on campus, raising money for MCG Children’s Medical Center.

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Bert Tollefson ( (1951) died January 19, 2010. He was the state director for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, was the top aide to Governor Sig Anderson, and had been the CEO of the South Dakota Highway Commission. From there he became the chief aide to U.S. Congressman E.Y. Berry (R) from South Dakota, and had served as the assistant to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson. He was the national manager for the Blue Cross, Blue Shield Federal Employee Health Benefits program, and later became president of the American Corn Millers Federation and Export Institute. Bert was a presidential appointee as the assistant administrator for legislative and public affairs for the U.S. Agency for International Development, Department of State. In more recent years, Bert was a realtor in Phoenix.

Tarleton State (Phi-Rho)

R. Todd Price (1992) was elected president of First State Bank in Mesquite, Texas. The bank is locally owned and handles more than $200 million in assets. Price began working for the bank while in high school and has previously worked as executive vice president and COO. He also was selected as a “Rising Star” by the Independent Community Bankers Association and currently serves as Chairman of the Leadership Division of the Independent Bankers of Texas.

Michael Deen (1989) was named the director of Student Life at Austin College in Sherman, Texas. Deen has served as the associate director since 2005. In his time at Austin College, Deen has directed its campus-wide student activities program and the Greek Life Program.

Tennessee-Chattanooga (Zeta-Phi)

The chapter’s recent successes are profiled in the February 2010 issue of Chatter Chattanooga.

Southeast Missouri State (Delta-Phi)

From March 15 to March 19, 2010, two chapter brothers participated in a week-long seminar at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a foreign policy think tank in Washington, D.C. Traveling with a class of 36 fellow Southeast Missouri students, Bryan Kujawa and Ben Hooe listened to lectures from experts on numerous global issues including cybersecurity, water scarcity, U.S. foreign relations, trans-national threats, and other topics.

Texas Christian (Iota-Pi)

The chapter won the intramural championship in basketball and football.

Valparaiso (Iota-Sigma Colony)

The chapter celebrated its re-colonization by making and distributing cupcakes in the Student Union.

On April 24, 2010, the chapter will be hosting an alumni golf outing.

Vanderbilt (Gamma-Delta)

The chapter created an alumni corporation to assist with its future development.

Southern California (Zeta-Delta)

The chapter held its annual fundraiser for The Friendship Circle, a non-profit group that addresses the challenges facing children with special needs. This year’s effort will push the chapter above a three-year total of $100,000 raised.

With the addition of two water polo players, the house now has 14 Division I athletes. With 25 associate members initiated last semester, Lambda Chi Alpha remains the largest fraternity on campus.

The Parents’ Club had a successful weekend and helped make improvements to the chapter house.

The annual Watermelon Bust raised more than $5,000 — a record high — for the American Red Cross.

The chapter house was transformed into a haunted house for Nashville-area trick or treaters to enjoy.

Brothers participated in the Make-a-Wish Foundation’s Rake-athon, as well as the Feed the Children charity events.

Stetson (Zeta-Tau)

Dimitri Diatchenko has appeared in numerous major motion pictures, including “Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull,” “Get Smart,” and “GI Jane”; TV shows including “Walker Texas Ranger,” and “CSI”; and voiceover work for video games including “Call of Duty.”

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The chapter hosted two campus lectures, educating the Vanderbilt community about the photography industry and the world of sports marketing.

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Western Carolina (Beta-Zeta)

Metha L. Shewmake (1961) died March 7, 2010. A veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, he was an insurance underwriter as well as business manager for a hospital and two doctors’ offices. Since 1978 he had been self-employed in handling medical billings.

The chapter added eight new associate members: Kyle May, Justin Hinson, CJ Laden, Ronnie Crawley, Zeb Mcswain, William Butler, Taylor McGinnis, and Chris Justice. A Ritual Initiation is being planned for April 2010.

Wabash (Alpha-Kappa)

Mark W. Rutherford (1982), a shareholder in Thrasher Buschmann Griffith & Voelkel, P.C. of Indianapolis, was elected to the Board of Directors of The Advocates for Self-Government, a nonprofit libertarian educational organization based in Cartersville, Georgia.

Current chapter President Justin McCann (2010) was published in the “Western Carolina Career Journal”. His article discussed what Lambda Chi Alpha does to elevate its members both within the fraternity and on campus. Please follow the link provided The chapter voted to petition the General Fraternity to become an Inner Circle chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha.

Worcester Poly (Pi)

Wake Forest (Theta-Tau)

From April 23 to April 28, 2010, the chapter brothers and Alpha Gamma Delta sorority will conduct a Teeter-Totter-A-Thon fundraiser on the quad in the middle campus to raise money for Juvenile Diabetes. This annual charity event promotes brotherhood and bonding and also provides an opportunity to raise money for a good cause while enjoying fun outdoor games.

On March 20, 2010, the chapter hosted alumni brothers for its annual Founders Day celebration.

The chapter hosted its first Beach Day volleyball tournament with Delta Zeta sorority; proceeds benefiting the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund. In addition, chapter brothers took part in the annual Wake ‘n Shake dance marathon to help raise a record $50,000 for the same fund.

Washington & Lee (Gamma-Phi)

In February 2010, the chapter was named best in University Relations by the university’s Greek Vision Council, which works with the Greek governing bodies to recognize accomplishments within the Greek community.

Washington State (Tau)

The chapter has 50 members and ten new associate members.

The chapter won Greek Week (with Tau Kappa Epsilon and Kappa Alpha Theta) raising $16,000 for charity.

Earlier this year, the chapter held its annual philanthropy with the Humane Society, called Fur Ball. The event, which raised $32,000, includes a dinner auction held at the Event Center in Pullman.

Trevor Sordorff is a pole vaulter on the track team.

The chapter reached the semifinals in intramural basketball and the finals in football.

The chapter is repairing its antique fire truck, a tradition with the chapter since 1954, and it should be on the road before the end of the semester.

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This article originally appeared in the March 25, 2010 edition of The Indianapolis Star. It is reprinted with the permission from Butler Beat writer David Woods and The Indianapolis Star. Barry Collier (Butler 1976) is a member of the Alpha-Alpha chapter and current athletic director of Butler University. By exhibiting the Core Value of Service & Stewardship, he left a Division I coaching job and has now been a major architect in helping Butler achieve their first Final Four.

Barry Collier was born in England and raised in Atlanta, Birmingham, Ala., and Miami. He lived in five cities as a basketball assistant coach and spent six years at the University of Nebraska.

Yet Butler University always seemed like home, even though Collier played basketball there just two years and once left his head coaching gig for a higher-paying job. He returned as athletic director in August 2006.

It is fitting that he has been back during the biggest four-year run in the small school’s basketball history — a 115-21 record heading into tonight’s NCAA Tournament game against top-seeded Syracuse at Salt Lake City.

Collier, 55, is credited for building a foundation propelling Butler to nine NCAA Tournaments starting in 1997. He never won in the tournament himself. Upon returning, he has labored to help successors exceed his achievements.

“To have him as athletic director helped crystallize this idea of the Butler Way, which we’ve selfishly taken over to refer not only to Butler athletics, but to life across the university,” said Bobby Fong, president of Butler.

Collier has nd 2 Wave of Success with Butler

Collier has formally defined the slogan: “The Butler Way demands commitment, denies selfishness, accepts reality yet seeks improvement every day while putting the team above self.”

It was Collier who promoted Brad Stevens, then 30, from assistant to head coach in 2007. Stevens, with an 86–14 record, has won more games in his first three years than any coach in major college history.

Stevens called Collier “a great resource.” Both said they talk more about the business side of basketball than strategy or personnel.

“He’s our coach, and he knows his team better than anybody,” Collier said of Stevens.

Collier, at 34, became Butler’s coach in 1989. He resurrected a program that had only five winning seasons out of 19 after the retirement of Tony Hinkle, who coached from 1924 to 1970.

Now Butler is two victories from what would be its first Final Four appearance — and in its home city of Indianapolis. The Bulldogs aren’t the underdogs they once were. Some analysts forecast a Final Four appearance before this season. Players appeared on magazine covers. ESPN has televised their games. Last week, The New York Times chronicled their rise.

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“There has not been a game we felt we had no chance in,” Collier said. “Logically, that leads us to believe that we can accomplish those goals. But the goals have always been to win the last game of the year.

“Having said that, our path was simply : ‘What was the next step?’ “

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“The Butler Way demands commitment, denies selfishness, accepts reality yet seeks improvement every day while putting the team above self.”

An important step for Collier was paved by a conscientious dean of education, Joseph Nygaard. Collier, a junior-college transfer, was less than three weeks into his first semester at Butler as a business major in fall 1974.

NCAA Tournament, and after a few good but unsatisfying seasons, he became convinced his up-tempo style would not get them there.

In the 1995 offseason, he spent two days with Dick Bennett, who had left Wisconsin-Green Bay for Wisconsin. If that retreat didn’t produce an epiphany, it was something close to that. Collier called it a turning point.

Collier asked whether it was too late to transfer into education and was surprisingly ushered in to see the dean. It was near the end of the school day, so the dean told him to see him the next morning.

When Collier reported back, Nygaard handed him a revamped schedule and told him his next class was in a half-hour. The incident changed Collier’s life.

“I had the pieces of the puzzle,” he said. “I didn’t put them together.”

In basketball terms, the Bulldogs became better defensively and recruited more efficiently. More personally, Collier found that his Christian principles — humility, passion, unity, servanthood and thankfulness — coincided with winning basketball.

“I’m sure that has a lot to do with why I think so much of Butler,” he said.

It wasn’t the first time he was steered in a different direction. Growing up, he wanted to be a pilot.

Butler made it to the NCAA Tournament in 1997 and 1998, and after an NIT bid in 1999, won 15 consecutive games heading into the NCAAs in 2000. That year, the Bulldogs lost to Florida 69–68 in overtime in one of the most momentous games in Butler history.

Barry was the third of four sons born to Walter and Nancy Collier on a Royal Air Force base. The oldest brother, also Walter, was a pilot who flew in the Vietnam War. The youngest, Courtney, flew missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. All three of his brothers eventually became commercial pilots.

Collier does not like to revisit that game — his last as Butler’s coach ­— but conceded that “our team played the way you want Butler teams to play.”

At Miami-Dade Junior College, Barry joined an ROTC unit and was selected the outstanding freshman cadet. He was grounded when a physical exam revealed that his vision wasn’t good enough, and his height, 6 feet 6 inches, disqualified him.

He left Butler for Nebraska, where he earned more money but had less success. He came back after going 89–91 in six seasons, none of which resulted in an NCAA Tournament appearance. Butler made the NCAA Tournament twice in his absence. The Bulldogs have made it each of the four years he has been athletic director, but his mission is to elevate Butler in all sports, not just basketball. He dropped men’s lacrosse and swimming and raised ticket prices.

If he couldn’t be a pilot, he thought, he’d be a coach. His high school experience influenced him because he liked his teachers.

As a player at Butler, he averaged 15.2 points and 7.5 rebounds in his senior season. Bill Lynch, a teammate and fraternity brother, recalled Collier as smart, tough and physical.

“Butler runs on very lean gas,” Fong said. “He’s made calls that were courageous and controversial.”

“From the day he walked on campus, you could tell he was a special guy,” said Lynch, the Indiana University football coach. “You could tell he knew what he wanted to do, and he set out to do it.”

Collier reaffirmed football was a priority, and the Bulldogs responded with a Pioneer Football League title last fall and their first postseason victory. A major renovation of the Butler Bowl is scheduled for completion before next fall.

Collier started the requisite apprenticeship for coaches, serving as an assistant at Rose-Hulman, Seattle Central Community College, Idaho, Oregon and Stanford. When he interviewed for the Butler job, a 45-page proposal on how to revive the program was convincing to Geoffrey Bannister, the university president.

Just don’t suggest the Bulldogs have gone about as far as they could realistically go. Butler can get better in many ways, Collier said.

“I love Butler. So seeing Butler succeed is most important,” he said.

The Bulldogs were 6–22 in his first season. He was invited to a meeting with university leaders and wondered whether he would be retained. Instead, he was awarded a four-year contract.

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Touching All The Bases

Throughout many of our youths, we have garnered baseball card collections.

The fraternity is no different, Lambda Chi Alpha has assembled a special collection of cards — all the brothers who have played professional baseball.

Press play below and enjoy the display of Lambda Chi’s history in baseball.

Adam Butler (William & Mary)

Chris Davis (Texas A&M)

Emerson Dickman (Washington & Lee)

Billy Williams (Illinois State)

Brendan Harris (William & Mary)

Cliff “Lefty “Chambers (Washington State)

Danny Litwhiler (Florida State)

Fergie Jenkins (Illinois State)

George Grant (Auburn)

Brian Bannister (Southern California)

Dib Williams (Michigan)

Jeff James – Disc Susp.

(Indiana State)

William “Chink” Outen (North Carolina State)

Ebba St. Claire (Colgate)

Jim Cox (Iowa)

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Kevin Stocker (Washington)

Oral Hildebrand (Butler)

Larry Dierker (California – Santa

Larry Burchart (Oklahoma State)

Paul Gilliford (Randolph-Macon)

Matt Dunbar (Florida State)

Ralph Mauriello (Southern California)

Rick Henninger (Missouri – Columbia)

Joe Lutz (Iowa Wesleyan)

Roger Smithberg (Bradley)

Steve Shea (Massachusetts)

Ron Santo (Illinois State)

Wynn Hawkins (Baldwin – Wallace)

Mickey Cochrane (Boston)

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Rusty Peters (Washington & Lee)

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2009–2010 Conclave Recap Regional conferences provide great venues for brotherhood and education.

As part of our post-centennial event planning, Lambda Chi Alpha began once again to host regional conclaves at campuses around the country. These events, which bring Lambda Chi Alpha men together for a weekend of education, programming, and brotherhood, proved once again to be a great success.

Great Plains Conclave The 2010 Great Plains Conclave was held February 5-6, 2010. The men of Iota-Delta Zeta at the University of Nebraska-Omaha served as host for the conference. There were 50 undergraduate brothers in attendance representing nine chapters. The undergraduate members had a full day of education focusing on the Outer Circle components of the True Brother Initiative, True Leader, and True ID. The session ended with a Brotherhood Banquet where attendees heard a motivational message from Neil Halford, one of the premier motivational and inspirational speakers in the industry today.

Following the keynote presentation, the brothers witnessed the Open Alumni Ceremony performed by the men of Iota-Delta Zeta.

Twelve conclave events were planned and executed through the coordination of 17 different chapters. As this year’s conclave season comes to a close, it is important that we recognize the accomplishments of our undergraduates and the host chapters.

Midwestern Conclave Held in November 2009, the men of Wabash College’s Alpha-Kappa Zeta were excellent hosts for the first conclave of the 2009-2010 school year. More than 60 brothers from 11 chapters were present to share in brotherhood and educational sessions, as well as to hear from past Grand High Alphas Murphy Osborne (High Point) and Ted Grossnickle (Wabash). Programming included Outer Circle, True Leader, Alumni Relations and a Ritual ZAX session.

Atlantic Conclave On November 14-15, 2009, Phi-Delta Zeta at the University of Maryland – Baltimore County hosted the Fall 2009 Atlantic Conclave with nearly 90 undergraduate brothers in attendance. The guest speaker at the Saturday night Brotherhood Dinner was Dr. Nancy Young, the vice president for student affairs at UMBC. Grand High Kappa Fletcher McElreath (Mercer) attended and gave the update from the Grand High Zeta. Members in attendance participated in Outer Circle Programming, True Leader 1, and Harm Reduction. Director of Chapter Services John “Biff” Holloway (High Point), led brothers through a ZAX session on Ritual.

Great South Conclave On February 5, 2010, brothers from Georgia, Mississippi and Alabama came together at Mississippi State University for the Great South Conclave to partake in leadership training, Outer Circle Programming, and to exchange ideas. Close to 50 brothers gathered together over three days to share meals, advance their programming, and to receive updates on the state of the Fraternity as a whole. VIPs in attendance were Executive Vice President Bill Farkas (Butler) and Grand High Gamma Greg Smith (Washington).

Bluegrass/Great Lakes Conclave Hosted by Gamma-Gamma Zeta at the University of Cincinnati, more than 100 brothers from 23 chapters in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and Ontario attended. Grand High Pi Lynn Chipperfield (Drury) also attended and gave not only the keynote address at the closing dinner but also an engaging presentation covering the history of Lambda Chi Alpha. While many enjoyed the presentations, the best memories came from the bonds that were created and shared during the weekend. This was one of the few times that brothers could experience fraternity on a truly international level. The Great Lakes/ Bluegrass Conclave was a great success and many look forward to next year’s event.

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Colonial Conclave The Colonial Conclave was held at Wake Forest University where 64 brothers and associates (including the new colonies of the University of Richmond and Methodist University) participated in Outer Circle Programming sessions, True Leader 1, as well as a True ID section focused around gender discrimination. Grand High Iota Ralph Wilhelm (Cornell) talked about the issues that will be coming up with the General Assembly and the excitement of change that the undergraduate brothers are able to facilitate. Special thanks to Jeromy

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Ozark Conclave The largest Conclave event this season was hosted by Theta-Delta Zeta at Oklahoma City University. With 137 brothers in attendance from chapters throughout Kansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arkansas, the Ozark Conclave held four tracks of education options for brothers. Programming included Outer Circle, True Leader 1, and True ID. The keynote speech by Grand High Rho Dave Henderson (Arizona State) was followed by a special ZAX session and presentation of the Ritual Exemplification.

Pacific Northwest Conclave The Pacific Northwest Conclave was held at the University of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon. The brothers of Zeta-Omicron hosted 80 undergraduate brothers from nine universities in the United States and Canada. A Ritual discussion was held at the chapter house and a pilot of the True Leader 3 Module and conclave awards highlighted the event. California-Berkeley won the highest GPA award, Oregon State won the award for the largest recruitment class, and the brothers from the Alberta chapter won the award for the most man-miles traveled. Grand High Kappa Fletcher McElreath (Mercer) provided an update from the Grand High Zeta.

Gulf Coast Conclave On February 26-28, 2010, the brothers of Iota-Omega Zeta hosted the Gulf Coast Conclave at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette.

Nearly 70 brothers representing 13 chapters attended the conclave and were welcomed by President Savoie of UL-L. Attendees participated in educational sessions that included two full tracks each of True Leader 1 and Outer Circle programming. Eugene Dial (Louisiana-Lafayette), dean of students at Nichols State University, gave the keynote address at the closing banquet.

Pacific Southwest Conclave With the support of the San Diego chapter, combined with help from Loyola Marymount Conclave Chairman Eric Liddle and SAC representative from California-San Diego Robert Grovich, this event turned out to be a great success. Seventy undergraduates from nine different chapters in the area came to Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles to attend this event. Attendees had the option of participating in three different programming tracks: True LeaderLevel 1, Cole Recruitment & Call to Brotherhood, or Chapter Programming (OP Training, Harm Reduction, Budgeting, LCA History). Later that night, Grand High Tau Bob Koch (CaliforniaBerkeley) served as the keynote speaker for the final brotherhood banquet.

Peninsula Conclave On March 20, 2010, brothers from all over Florida gathered in Orlando at the University of Central Florida for the Peninsula Conclave. The day was filled with a variety of programming opportunities ranging from True Leader to Ritual workshops. With all but one chapter from the conclave being represented, the brothers were able to build connections with members in other chapters and were motivated to stay in touch. Grand High Pi Jim Bond (Central Missouri) addressed the attendees with an update from the Grand High Zeta.

Northeast Conclave The 2010 Northeast Conclave will be held by the men of Alpha-Xi Zeta at the University of New Hampshire on the weekend of April 9-10, 2010. We are hoping to have every chapter in the Northeast Conclave attend and bring as many brothers as they can, as this will be a great learning experience for them all. One unique opportunity at this year’s conclave is that we are bring in the CEO and president of the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation, Mark Bauer, to speak about how to get alumni involved in your chapter and what you can do to reach out to them in an effective way. Another programming highlight will focus on a different approach to Cole Recruitment, as chapters in the Northeast who have fully implemented Cole Recruitment will be able to share their successes and failures and create an open dialogue on how we can all help one another out.

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Georgia alumni brother Charles Kelley is a member of the country music group Lady Antebellum. Since forming in 2006, the Grammy-winning band has won top awards from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association. www.crossandcrescent.com

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Country Music Association. They also received a Best New Artist nomination at the 51st Grammy Awards, while “Love Don’t Live Here” received a Grammy nomination Born in Augusta, Georgia, Kelley began his musical career at the for Best Country Performance by a age of 11. His older brother, Josh Kelley, is also a musician and Duo or Group with Vocals at the same singer. As teenagers, the brothers formed a band called Inside Blue; the band released a five-song CD that garnered the attention ceremony. of a major label.

At the 2009 CMA’s, the group ended Rascal Flatts’ six-year In high school Kelley met Dave Haywood and at the age of 14 reign as Vocal Group of the they wrote their first song.

Year. They received two more nominations at the 52nd Creating Lady Antebellum Grammy Awards, for Best In mid-2005, Kelley moved to Nashville from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he had been working construction with his Country Performance by Duo or Group with Vocals brother John. which it won and Best Country Song, which it Trying to become a successful solo country artist, Kelley lost to Taylor Swift’s convinced his Haywood to move to Nashville from Georgia in “White Horse”.

2006 so they could write music together.

Charles Kelley (Georgia) is an American country music singersongwriter. He is currently a member of Lady Antebellum, a band that was formed in 2006, and signed to Capitol Nashville.

Lady Antebellum has been awarded Top New Duo or Group in 2009 by the Academy of Country Music and New Artist of the The trio then began performing at local venues in Nashville before Year in 2008 by the Country Music Association. They were nominated for two Grammy Awards at the 51st Grammy Awards being signed in July 2007 to a recording contract with Capitol and two more at the 52nd Grammy Awards; of these nominations, Records Nashville. they took home the award for Best Country Performance by Duo or Group with Vocals for “I Run to You.” More recently in Kelley, Scott, and Haywood recorded Lady Antebellum’s selfNovember 2009, the band was awarded Single of the Year (“I Run titled debut album and released it in late 2007. Later becoming a to You”) and Vocal Group of the Year by the Country Music certified platinum, the album included the singles “Love Don’t Association.

Live Here,” “Lookin’ for a Good Time” and “I Run to You,” which became the trio’s first No. 1 hit on the Billboard country charts.

Nu Zeta Brothers In October 2000, Kelley was initiated into Nu Zeta (as Nu 1923) In 2009, Lady Antebellum released its second album, “Need You at the University of Georgia.

Now,” which was led off by the five-week No. 1 hit “Need You Now.” “American Honey”, the second single from “Need You The chapter was installed on June 3, 1915, and today has Now” was released in January 2010, and is their 4th top 10 single. approximately 90 brothers and the High Alpha is Todd Williams.

All three members of the band co-wrote these songs.

According to a three of alumni brothers, Kelley was very well The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and Top liked and enjoyed his Lambda Chi Alpha undergraduate Country Albums charts for the week of February 2, 2010, selling experience.

480,922 copies in the first week. Four weeks after the album’s release, it was certified platinum by the Recording Industry “Charles was well liked, down to earth, and sociable. He was vocal Association of America. in chapter meetings, and easy to get along with,” says Chandler Penn (Georgia 2005). “At formals or band parties, he would get up Awards and Nominations with the band and sing a couple of songs, which usually included The trio won the Academy of Country Music’s Top New Duo or “Mustang Sally”. We’re all happy for him and wish him continued Group award in 2008, as well as New Artist of the Year from the success.”

Shortly thereafter, Kelley recognized Nashville-native Hillary Scott from MySpace, and they started to talk at a Nashville music club and invited Scott to join him and Haywood in the new group, which assumed the name Lady Antebellum after a publicity shoot where they used a pre-Civil War Southern mansion for a scenic backdrop.

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