., ThE star and Lamp , What does fewer 8 students in the S mean? *
OF PI KAPPA PHI
WINTER 1980
AN EDUCATIONAL PUBLICATION
4,292,000 EIGHTEEN YEAR OLDS
3,163,000 EIGHTEEN YEAR OLDS
1979
1990
We have no assurance of a future. We do not have the capacity to forecast with 100% accuracy the future with all of its social and human implications.
It is these events and decisions which we must bring into focus, for our Fraternity will reflect its environment, and therein will be found its future.
There are, however, certain progressions that we go through, and it is possible to identify certain events or decisions that are crucially important in determining the character of the future. Also, we should be aware of the relationships between decisions that might be made now, or in the immediate future, and their ultimate consequences for they will establish our environment.
EVENTS AND DECISIONS
As many as 4 out of 10 college students will be over 25 years old (at time of matriculation), many of them part-timers already embarked on careers. Eighteen year olds in the USA number 4,292,000 in 1979, and will be down to 3,163,000 in 1990. Enrollments will decrease 10.7 percent, from 12.4 million in 1980
to about 11 million in 1988. During the decade, 1980-1989, as many as 300 colleges will close, mostly being private and small state institutions. Certainly, by the year 2000, 25% of the currently existing residential liberal arts colleges will be gone. A futurist has stated: "I can foresee that sometime in the early 1980's there will be a year in which there is an average of one college closing per week," reports Dr. Robert Behn of Duke University. Average annual costs for private (CONTINUED ON PAGE 4)
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Old fashioned Midwest auction
Just consider the Kansas State Chapter to be the only one with its Delta Chi Greek chapter identification on its newly purchased house.
On October 15, a different twist in securing chapter housing was attempted by Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. -- an old-fashioned, midwestern house auction. A former Delta Chi
Fraternity chapter house at Kansas University was purchased through the bidding process for Pi Kappa Phi's chapter on that campus. Ironically, it is Pi Kappa Phi's DELTA CHI CHAPTER that is S~ate
WINTER 1980 the proud recipient of this new house. Contact between Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. and the Delta Chi Fraternity's local alumni had been established last March, and communications since that time led to the October auction that found Pi Kappa Phi Properties as the successful bidder over several general building contractors and private investprs. Kelley Bergstrom provided the necessary "on:site analysis" that led to the subsequent bidding procedure by Properties. The three story white frame building was built by Kappa Delta Sorority in the mid-1920's, and since then changed hands over the years from Delta Chi to Pi Kappa Phi. The house, which sleeps 40 men, will undergo general clean-up and some refurbishing by Pi Kappa Phi Properties and the local undergraduates, before it is inhabited. The local alumni and students headed by Mike Wamsley and Mike Snyder have been very instrumental in the success of this project.
Your National Council acts on your behalf At its January 12 meeting the National Council met at the Administrative Office. President Strickland announced the following actions:
All insurance will be negotiated for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity by the Executive Committee of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc.
Delta Gamma (Nebraska-Omaha); Delta Alpha (VPI); Beta Iota (Toledo); and Gamma Mu (Belmont Abbey).
Certificates of National Council appreciation were presented to the following: Jack Steward (Oregon State) for self-motivated activity leading to new associate chapter at the University of Oregon for reactivation of Alpha Omega Chapter; Gamma Omega Chapter (Montevallo) for development of an outstanding Founders' Day program; Eivind Kolemainen (Michigan State), for long time service to Pi Kappa Phi as Chapter Advisor of, and other activity for, Alpha Theta Chapter; Alpha Sigma Chapter (John Rymer, Archon) for growth and constructive activity; John Shaffer (Florida State) for continued individual attention to Beta Eta housing needs; David Long (Auburn) for valued service as Field Secretary; Cliff Goodwin (Presbyterian), for service to alumni of Beta Chapter, and Staff of Administrative Office; and Mrs. Laura Ruth Williams (Boone, NC), for her concern for and effort on behalf of Delta Zeta Chapter.
The Charters of two chapters were suspended-Gamma Chi, Jacksonville University and Delta Iota, Middle Tennessee State.
Approved the following statement to appear on all pledge cards: "I, the undersigned, will not physically, mentally, or spiritually abuse (harm) any individual in this fraternity, allow myself to be treated in such a manner, or condone any such activity by others."
The following chapters are in noncompliance with the Pi Kappa Phi Minimum Chapter Standards: Gamma Beta (Old Dominion); Delta Eta (Morehead State); Gamma Lambda (Missouri-Rolla); Delta Kappa (Pembroke State); Alpha Alpha (Mercer); Gamma Xi (Georgia Southwestern); Beta (Presbyterian); Beta Psi (Tennessee Wesleyan); Delta Sigma (Bowling Green);
The Valley Forge Stouffer's Inn, outside of Philadelphia, was approved as the location of the 1981 Supreme Chapter. An alumni tour to Switzerland in October was approved.
Richard H. Timberlake, Delta Iota 54, was reinstated to full membership. The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation was sold two acres of the land owned on I-77 in Charlotte, NC.
Associate members at the University of South Carolina - Spartanburg finished third place in a tub race which benefited the United Way. The race was held in downtown Spartanburg and fea 路 tured entries from various clubs and organizations in the Spartanburg area.
Student of the Year put to work
The Administrative Office 路 welcomed MARK E. TIMMES, Alpha Ep~ilon, the 1979 Pi Kappa Phi Student of the Year. He will serve in the newly formed position of Director of Communications. Mark received a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Florida in December 1979. Mark will coordinate the publication of the STAR AND LAMP, administer the Continuing Alumni Relations (CAR) program, assist with the planning and operation of Pi Kapp College, along with his general duties in the areas of publications, printing, conclaves and seminars. Mark brings with him a great deal of enthusiasm for the fraternity and a commitment to excellence. Welcome aboard, Mark!
Are you an alumnus with children in college? The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation is now sponsoring a $500 scholarship that will go to the child of a Pi Kappa Phi alumnus. Regardless of children's affiliation or involvement with Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, or of child's gender, your child can be eligible for this scholarship through your membership in the Fraternity. Children must be fulltime students in a college or university. Should you have children in college, or if you know a fraternity brother in this situation, please contact the Director of Development, Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, P. 0. Box 240526, Charlotte, N. C. 28224, for applications and/or information.
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Where does our money go?
OF PI KAPPA PHI
P. 0. Box 240526, Charlotte, N.C. 28224 7111 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, N.C. 28210 Founded at the College of Charleston, S.C. December 10, 1904
Changes in address should be reported promptly to the Administrative Office, P. 0. Box 240526, Charlotte, N.C. 28224 . Telephone Number (704) 523-6000.
This question is raised by many members of Pi Kappa Phi, and the answer is usually complicated. However, having now adopted a "program budget" reporting system the direct ultimate placement of funds spent can be more accurately presented.
THE STAR AND LAMP OF PI KAPPA PHI -FOUNDERSAndrew A. Kroeg, Jr. Simon Fogarty L. Harry Mixson
(ISSN 0038-9854) is published quarterly by the National Council of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. 7111 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, N .C . 28210 in the months of February, May,
The Star and Lamp An Educational Publication 1980, Vol. LXVI No.1 Durward Owen
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Editor-in-Chief
August, and November. The Life subscription is $15 and is the only form of subscription . Publications Office, 7111 Nations Ford Road,
PROGRAM BUDGET PI KAPPA PHI FRATERNITY July 1, 1979- June 30, 1980
Charlotte, N.C. 28210 . Second class postage paid at Charlotte, N .C.
EDITORIAL
Brotherhood through hazing During my seven years on the National Council, I have had the opportunity to visit many chapters across the country and speak with literally hundreds of students. One topic which typically arises in the discussions is hazing. I must admit I have a real difficulty with hazing. The benefits of hazing escape me. The argument that "hazing made me a good brother"; and t herefore, "it will make him a good brother", is false. Not only will it not improve brotherhood, hazing can very quickly kill a chapter all together. "Accidents involving hazing always happen elsewhere- never at my chapter we are too careful, " is an often used comment. Poppycock !
STUDENT EDUCATION Supreme Chapter Pi Kapp College Seminars Manuals Scholarship Total Student Education
$
9,425 .00 13,338.00 7,254 .00 2,856.00 5,227 .00 $38,071
(3 .30%) (4 .67%) (2 .54%) (1 .00%) (1.83%) (13 .34%)
($4 .29) ( 6.07) ( 3.30) ( 1.30) ( 2.38) ($17 .34)
STUDENT CONSULTING Visitation Communications Special Programs Totel Student Consulting
$35,101 .00 32,930 .00 4,912 .00 $72,915 .00
(12 .29%) ($15.98) (11.53%) ( 14 .99) ( 1.72%) ( 2.24) (25.54%) (33.20)
STUDENT SERVICES Supplies Records Tota l Student Services
$ 3,827.00 4 ,970 .00 $ 8,797.00
( 1.34%) ($ 1.74) ( 1.74%) ( 2 .26) ( 3.08%) ($ 4.00)
EX PANSION
$23,048 .00
( 8.07%)
($10.49)
RI TUAL
$
(
($
942 .00
.33%)
.47)
ALUMNI EDUCATION Seminars Manuals Total Alumni Education
$ 3,599.00 $ 2,599 .00 $ 6,198.00
( 1.26%) ($ 1.64) ( 1.18) ( .91 %) ( 2.17%) ($ 2.82)
ALUMNI CONSULTING Visitation Communications Special Programs Total Alumni Consulting
$10,253 .00 11 ,110.00 2,628 .00 $23 ,962 .00
( 3.59%) ($ 4 .67) ( 3.89%) ( 5.06) ( .92%) ( 1 .20) ( 8.40%) ($10 .93)
What about all these people ? Do they count ? Where is brotherhood ? Did these chapters expect accidents ?
ALUMNI SERVICES Star & Lamp CAR Supplies Records Special Programs Total Alumn i Services
$25,019 .00 2,770 .00 3,199.00 8,340 .00 16,308.00 $55,636 .00
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Our fraternity's position on hazing is very clear. One, we don't allow hazing; and secondly, if you do, you can expect swift, stiff, and tough punishment.
OFFICIALS National Council Area Governors Other Officials Total Officials
$ 8,854.00 4 ,113.00 1,971 .00 $14 ,937 .00
($ 4 .03) ( 3.10%) ( 1.44%) ( 1.87) .90) ( .69%) ( ( 5.23%) ($ 6.80)
PI KAPPA PHI PROPERTIES $12,081 .00 Visitation 8,397.00 Communication $20,478 .00 Total Pi Kappa Phi Properties
( 4 .23%) ($ 5.50) ( 2.94%) ( 3.82) ( 7.17%) ($ 9 .32)
What about the pledge of a national fraternity who just died of alcohol intoxication ? What about the pledge who is still in the hospital with a concussion as a result of a blow from an axe handle ? What about the blindfolded pledges who were hit by a car during a road trip and killed?
One of our top rated chapters on a major campus was recently found to be hazing. Upon contact with the officials of the university, the chapter was placed on probation within a matter of hours, and control was placed in the hands of the local alumni. These alumni will now oversee all aspects of the chapter's operation.
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The figures shown here are expenditures for the year 1978-1979. The first parenthesis represents the percentage of the total each item(s) represents. The second parenthesis represents the dollar portion of a $130.00 initiation fee that is applicable to that specific program.
The net result of this hazing incident is that the local chapter is hurt, the university is hurt, and the entire Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity suffers. In this particular case, there were no injuries, thank goodness. But, hazing was taking place. One of the thoughts behind hazing is that it brings the pledge class closer together. There are many other ways to accomplish unity. In fact, upon request, I will send you a list of one hundred alternatives to hazing. Let me close by stating, "Every time you participate in a hazing activity you hold in your hand at that moment everything your chapter represents. One mistake and your chapter will be gone.
INTERFRATERNITY Membership Subscriptions Programs Total Interfraternity
$ 3,827.00 114.00 2,799 .00 $ 6,740 .00
(
($11.39) ( 1.26) ( 1 .46) ( 3.80) ( 7.42) ($25 .33)
.83%)
($ 1.08)
($ 1.74) ( 1.34%) ( ( .04%) .05) ( 1.27) ( .98%) ($ 3.06) ( 2.36%)
MANAGEMENT
$ 7,311 .00
( 2.56%)
($ 3.33)
CONTINGENCY FUND
$ 4,084 .00
( 1.43%)
($ 1.86)
TOTAL
$285.604.00
(100%)
($130.00)
1!1 A SAFE INVESTMENT
~ WITH A GOOD DIVIDEND
Is it worth it ? Dr. Lonnie Strickland National President
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Have you ever invested in a young man's college education? It is an investment in which you can take pride. Here is your opportunity. The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation is dedicated to providing financial assistance and encouragement to young men who desire an education but are without sufficient funds.
76 REASONS WHY YOU WILL WANT TO ATTEND THE 38TH SUPREME CHAPTER, NATIONAL CONVENTION OF PI KAPPA PHI FRATERNITY
........... See wlu:re America was born Independence /lull. where lhe Declaraliun of Independence was wrillen. Bung your gavel in Old Cily f lull. II :~ where lhe Uniled Sla/es Supreme Courl heard ils/irsl cases.
$ 2,371 .00
PI KAPPA PHI FOUNDATION
8.76%) .97%) 1.12%) 2.92%) 5.71 %) (1g .48%)
(to be continued in spring issue of the Star and Lamp)
The Foundation is a tax exempt organization operated by a volunteer Board of Trustees who are members of your Fraternity. The young men who will be leaders in our nation in the future are on the campuses of our colleges right now; some of them need our assistance and support. An investment in a young man's college education will help to
prepare him better, both for good citizenship and for tomorrow's responsibilities. The inclusion of the following clause in your will (or your designation of the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation in your life insurance policy as a beneficiary) will insure that you will be a part of some young man's future: "I give, devise, and bequeath to the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation the sum of Dollars." (or otherwise describe the gift if it consists of real estate, securities, or personal property.) DO IT TODAY For additional information regarding the Foundation, write the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224.
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PI KAPP SCHOLARS FOR 1980
ROBERT VINCENT GRAZINO
STEVEN H. KAITZ
ROGER LEE McKINNEY
PI KAPPA PHI SCHOLARS
A message from your National Scholarship Chairman ... Should Scholars be congratulated for "doin' what comes naturally"? Why do some students make better grades than others even though they may have all entered college V'l;ith the same entry scores and motivation? How can some guys party all night and then "Ace" a test the next day instead of bombing out? I have often pondered these questions, and over the years when I started as a freshman majoring in bridge and fraternity, then turned serious about grades ... up to the present when I watch some of my students turn on, stagnate, flip out, do the minimum acceptable, operate at maximum potential, or excel . .. I've come to some answers. It is all a matter of skills! Skills in learning are not inbred, they are learned. Basic skills that university students have in varying degrees, which mean the difference between getting by, doing average, or excelling, are the following: DISCIPLINE - Managing time, managing activities, saying "No" or "Yes" depending on pre-set priorities, with seldom a maybe. READING - Power and efficiency are products of speed and comprehension. Most students do not know their current reading power and efficiency, believing that high school prepared them for all the rigors of college . . . and yet all students can improve reading skills. The "quick fix" speed reading courses do not teach life-long skills. RETENTION - The memory is a growing force, and can always be improved. This skill is like a bicep that can be strengthened and enlarged with the proper exercise and correct training.
STEVEN A. MEDINA
TODD R. BOLIN
ROBERT K. HARRIS
MARK EDWARD KRACH
MOTIVATION - Yes! Motivation is a learned skill! In some cases for the boring courses motivation is used to "prove it can be done" in spite of negative attitudes toward the material itself. Most often motivation is created through past successes, goal setting, and career planning. GOAL ORIENTATION- Those who want ... get! The wants have to be specific, not vague, and they have to be aimed at self-development, improvement for an organization, and betterment of society. There has to be a double-win attitude instead of winners and losers. CAREER PLANNING - Academic studies have to be aimed at something! Many professors don't bother to explain the relevance of course materials to everyday living. The skill in setting career goals is a learned skill, and helps the student determine the relevance of course materials to living and future employment. Education is to use! Life and career planning are identical! "College" doesn't teach all of the aforementioned skills in a comprehensive manner. Students pick up little things from here and there, or they are befriended by fraternity brothers or professors who "slip them the word." Logic and reality hit some students with the force that propels them to learn the "learning skills." Skill, logic, reality and a sense of pride for accomplishment are some of the factors that propelled our brothers to apply for the 1980 Pi Kapp Scholar Award. I am extremely pleased to present, to all of our brothers, those nine men who excelled in their learning skills, their accomplishments in the fraternity and outside activities, and "doing what comes naturally" . . . the Pi Kapp Scholars of 1980.
J. MICHAEL WILLIAMS
KIRBY JON CRAIN
PI KAPP SCHOLARS FOR 1980
ROBERT VINCENT GRAZINO Senior Accounting major with a perfect "straight A" scholastic average. Bob attends University of Southern California (Delta Rho) where he is a member of Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma and Alpha Lambda Delta honoraries. He has served his chapter as Secretary and is involved with the USC Kaleidoscope and Student Host Program. Bob's home is Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Senior STEVEN H. KAITZ member of Alpha Tau at Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute. Quite the outdoorsman, Steve serves as Treasurer of the 800 member Ski Club, and is also involved with the Rensselear Outing Club and Gymnastics Club. Steve is a volunteer at the Samaritan Hospital Emergency Room, and has assisted with the UNICEF fund drive. STEVEN A. MEDINA - Attends Stetson University (Chi) where he was named Economics Department Junior of the Year in 1978-79. Steve's numerous leadership activities include President of Student Assembly, Residence Hall Representative on Student Assembly, Chairman of Legal Affairs Committee and Treasurer of Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. Steve is also a member of College Republicans and the Dean's Committee on Student Retention. He has been on the Dean's List each semester as a student at Stetson. ROBERT K. HARRIS- Senior Business Administration major from Xi Chapter at Roanoke College. While a member of Alpha Lambda Delta, Phi Society, Delta Mu Delta, Alpha Chi, and Blue Key honor societies, Robert has also been a member of the Roanoke College Choir and the Roanoke College Jazz Ensemble. In addition, he has been involved with several college theater pro-
ductions, and has served as an assistant Scout master with a local Boy Scout Troop in his community. The Veterans Administration Medical Center and the Office of Student Aid at Roanoke College have been Robert's sources of employ~ ment during his collegiate career. J. MICHAEL WILLIAMS - Originally from Blue Field, Virginia, Mike attends Roanoke College (Xi Chapter) in Virginia. Mike is a senior Chemistry major who has served as Vice President of the American Chemical Society, a member of Phi Society , 路Phi Mu Epsilon's Treasurer, Tau Sigma Rho and Alpha Chi Honor Societies, and Treasurer of Blue Key. In addition to his school activities, Mike has served as a lab assistant with the Chemistry Department at Roanoke, and has served his chapter as Historian. ROGER LEE McKINNEY - A senior at Western Carolina University (Gamma Epsilon Chapter) and is originally from Spruce Pine, North Carolina. While at Western Carolina, Roger has served as President of the Student Government Association, President of the College Republicans, and Comptroller of the Student Government Association. He was voted Outstanding Male Student of the Year in 1978-79, and served on the Chancellor's Advisory Committee. Roger is also a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society. He has served his chapter in the office of Treasurer. TODD R. BOLIN - A member of Chi Chapter at Stetson University, Todd has served as Chaplain and Social Chairman, and was awarded the Fraternity Brothers Scholarship Award. Todd has also been involved in the Stetson Honors Program, a member of the Stetson Golf Team, and has been active with the YMCA water ski program. Todd is a junior Economics major from Wayzata, Minnesota. MARK EDWARD KRACH - Has been extremely active student at Bowling Green State University, where he has studied Journalism. He has served as President of the Ohio Student Association, a representative for the Faculty Senate, and a representative on the Interfraternity Council. Mark has also been named to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, Omicron Delta Kappa, Antean Society, and has served on the Bowling Green Crime Prevention Commission. Not only involved with his undergraduate institution, Mark has also served Delta Sigma Chapter as Vice Archon, Secretary and Historian. In his spare time, he is active as a disc jockey and Assistant Director of Programing for an area radio station. Mark is now a senior and hails from Middleburg Heights, Ohio. KIRBY JON CRAIN - A senior Engineering major from Gamma Upsilon Chapter at Oklahoma State University. Kirby is a member of Tau Iota Epsilon - honorary technical fraternity, the Construction Management Society, and has been named the recipient of the Association of Oklahoma General Contractors Scholarship. As a member of Gamma Upsilon Chapter, he has been named Scholar of the Year and served as Social Chairman and Chaplain.
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WHATDOESFEWERSTUDENTS IN THE 80'S MEAN
degree as has been the case to the present."
(CONTINUED F,ROM FRONT PAGE)
university tuition, room and board will rise from around $5,000 today to more than $10,000 by 1985. For "prestigious" schools, costs could be more than double that amount. The cost of a traditional education will present serious economic decisions for the 18-22 yearold student. He, or she, may not feel it worth their time to give up their earlier capacity to earn in order to acquire a four year degree - especially when he can stay home, be fully employed, and receive his degree over 5-7 years.
The "older" continuing-education student has goals and opportunities which differ from the fraternity experience, and he seeks other types of social opportunities. The "post-22" age group has developed other patterns of social contact, and is not attracted to extensive social contact with younger (1822) students. In the past, over 95% of voluntary rushees have peen in the 18-22 age group, and that percentage will not be markedly altered. There is continuing and rather emphatic agreement that the fraternity experience is most rewarding for (and most appropriately targeted to) the 18-22 age group.
Additionally, Dr. Robert Shaffer, Indiana University, has suggested that "no longer will a career be study-work-retire, but careers will consist of study, work, study, work, study, work, retire, study, etc. This, with or without changes in jobs or careers. Students will spend more time in specialized "resource centers" and in terminal environments. Videotaped instruction will allow many students to finish course work without ever leaving their living rooms. These "external degree programs" are similar to the correspondence course programs popular since World War II, however, some degrees will now be granted without on-campus courses. Great Britain's Open University, Thomas Edison College, Connecticut, California State at Dominguez Hills and many others are already offering external degree programs. There will be a changed social priority, decreasing the "need" for a 4 year college/ university degree, therefore, a rise in popularity, status and results of postsecondary but non-degree institutions (barber, health assistants, business college). We will see a much decreased differential in income between college and the non-degree person.
By the year 2000, 80% of all homes will have video cable hookup and/or two-way TV systems. Most of these cable systems will be interactive, allowing retrieval by command. Combined with a less costly small computer (Radio Shack at $500) an "in home" student is prepared for his educational environment. The voluntary Army has not worked! The resulting military draft will effect the 18-25 year old market. PROJECTIONS AND ANALYSIS
Several forecasts have been presented to the Pi Kappa Phi Future Policy Committee (Delphi Committee), chaired by Dr. John Means, Illinois. These projections and an analysis of their interpreted responses are of significant importance for Pi Kappa Phi. "Fraternities will continue to rely on the 18-22 age group (full-time student)population for i~ membership in the 1980's to the same
"Loss of chapters (due to lack of sufficient membership) can be anticipated at certain colleges/ universities, regardless of any realistic utilization of the Fraternity's limited resources to diminish the impact of irreversible demographic trends during the coming decade." Healthy, forward-looking, resourceful chapters certainly will survive, and even prosper, but it will be an uphill battle at many schools suffering declining enrollments in the 18-22 age group. However, this potential difficulty will be least visible in most of the South, Southwest, and West. Weak chapters are in definite trouble! Strong chapters at solid schools may well prosper, but the margin for error is diminishing. "Shifts in the composition of the urban population during the SO's suggests that chapters in the affected regions will need to intensify recruitment among racial and ethnic minorities in order to maintain viable membership levels."
"Schools in the urban Northeast (e.g., metropolitan New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Buffalo, etc.) will suffer from substantial declines in enrollments of full-time students in the 18-22 age group in the 80's." Most northeastern urban universities, at which there are fraternity chapters, draw 80+% of their students from their immediate geographic area, and the latter will be decreasing in overall population while simultaneously reflecting a decrease in the percentage of the population in the 18-22 age group. The more "prestigious" schools, however, will suffer less from the foregoing conditions.
"Schools in non-metropolitan areas of the South, Southwest, and West will continue to experience modest growth in enrollment of students in the 18-22 age group." The decline in the percentage of the population in the 18-22 age group will be countered by migration into these areas. However, many "marginal" schools will face severe financial and enrollment problems, even in the South and Southwest. "Established chapters in the urban Northeast may be seriously threatened by a reduction in membership during the 80's resulting from enrollment trends at the host institutions."
It is a virtual certainty that urban universities will be enrolling a substantially higher percentage of minority students. However, intensification of recruitment efforts among these students may not produce results commensurate with the efforts or expectations, since fraternity membership tends to appeal to groups of men from common racial/cultural backgrounds. The view is strongly held that while racial/ethnic minorities may represent an increasingly sizeable slice of the college 18-22 undergraduate population, a major recruitment effort oriented toward them would be ineffective. "Chapter expansion in the 80's (i.e., addition of new chapters) will occur principally at nonurban institutions of the South, Southwest, and West." Since all fraternities must make a point of colonizing schools that are strong growth-oriented institutions, and since the South/Southwest/West is more culturally hospitable to fraternities, it seems apparent that the greater potential for solid expansion lies outside the Northeast (and parts of the Midwest). "National strength (as measured by the total number of undergraduate members) is NOT likely to increase during the next decade." A decreasing pool of students suggests that fraternities will be doing well to remain at present size. On the other hand, social trends suggest that attitudes toward fraternity life may be improving (in relation to the past decade), and possible losses during the 80's at weak institutions can be more than offset by judicious expansion, both internal and external. EVALUATION
Overall, fraternity membership levels will roughly parallel enrollment trends at the host institutions (which, in the Northeast, is likely to be generally downward). Also, there will be marked increase in enrollments of low-income students (e.g., minority students admitted under federal program, etc.) for whom fraternity membership may be unappealing or too costly.
A general evaluation of these results in regards to our membership is implicit in the figures. It is doubtful that the "post-22" group will be fertile soil for our recruitment efforts within the foreseeable future. An increase in the number of "non-traditional" students (e.g., part-time, adult education, married, etc.) may be
noted during the next decade, but it will not represent a significant fractional increase. Furthermore, it hasn't been all that long ago that fraternities crossed socioeconomic lines, and major racial differences, reflecting major cultural . differences, representing a limitation to major expansion in this area for the coming decade, at least. The metropolitan Northeast is in trouble! The president of the Temple University chapter at the A. A.U.P., writing to the membership in September 1979, noted "In the 1980's we will experience substantial changes in student populations, age groups, and programs. There is a need for sophisticated forecasting and planning." All schools in the N.E. seem similarly aware of the enrollment crunch, and faculty "retrenchment," curtailment of programs, etc., in anticipation of the inevitable, have begun. It is certainly logical to assume that the "quality" of the host institution will affect the potential for survival of chapters, but it would be a mistake to use this as a cop-out - i.e., to suggest that a less-than-distinguished college is a lost cause, and that a chapter could not reasonably be expected to maintain a continued viable existence on such a campus. The strength of the college, its prestige, its ability to draw substantial numbers of students from great distances, etc., is one factor contributing to the health of a fraternity chapter, but it's far from the whole story! The factors affecting a chapter's growth (or demise) are kaleidoscopically complex and subject to countless variables that are, for the most part, not easily quantified nor readily forecastable. The demographics of the 1980's college population is one of the few major factors which we can and have analyzed and evaluated with considerable accuracy. Any prediction that chapters at "undistinguished" metropolitan schools are doomed would become a selffulfilling prophesy. Chapters at weak institutions should be watched very closely for any sign of difficulty stemming from characteristics or problems of the host institution, but none of them should be "written off." (By the same token, having the great good fortune of being on a "prestige" campus in Ithaca, Berkeley, Urbana, etc., is no guarantee that a chapter will flourish.) The West, Southwest, and South seem more viable expansion sites. While fraternities can realistically hope to salvage most chapters in urban metropolises, it's nonetheless reasonable to surmise that New York City isn't Grade A expansion turf. It is a useful generalization - recognizing that even the most useful of generalizations allow for the occasional exception. Even in the more healthy regions of the country, though, attention must be paid to the general long-term health and well-being of the host institution. Our bottom line for consideration can best be stated:
"Fraternities must update programs to more successfully recruit a greater percentage of the expected smaller market!"
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Friday 31 October
Tuesday 4 November
Your adventure to Switzerland begins with a connecting flight to New York's JFK International Airport. Enjoy your first taste of Switzerland aboard Swissair's spacious wide body aircraft with carefully prepared gourmet meals served on china plates with full-sized cutlery. Freshen up with a hot steaming towel prior to landing in breathtaking Switzerland.
Full day at leisure for your own activities or join us on our selected optional tour - a full day railroad excursion via the famous Lotschberg route between Kandergrund and Kandersteg and the spectacular ride down into the Rhone Valley to Brig. From this old market place, the longest tunnel in the world (12 miles) leads into sunny Italy to Stresa on Lake Maggiore. Time at leisure at this lakeSide resort ancfi boat exc~rsi<iln to th~ Isola Bella (the beautiful island). Lunch at a typic~'l Italian Trattoria or Pizzeria. By fast rail route back to Switzerland and Berne. This evening depart by coach into the Emmental Valley for a Swiss Folklore Evening and countiy-style dinner at a centuries-old inn in the tradition of old Bernese hospitality.
Saturday 1 November
Presents
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Arriving at Geneva Intercontinental Airport, you will be met by our charming Berne Hostesses in their bright red uniforms. After boarding our chartered luxury mo'torcoach, we will enjoy a colorful tour through the scenic Swiss farming country to the capital city of Berne. Here you will check into the Deluxe Hotel Schweizerhof. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to catch up on the 'Jet-Lag' with a short nap. In the evening you will enjoy a gala welcome cocktail party sponsored by the Berne Tourist Association and welcome address by a personal representative of the Lord Mayor of the City of Berne, followed by dinner at the hotel.
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DEAR ALUMNI MEMBER ,
U is w ith grut pleuure tha t my w ife , Connie , and I invite you to join us on an exci ting and memorable trip to Swi t zer land . Berne , the Med ieval capital , wi ll be the start ing point of seven fu n - filled days which, according to the itinerary , should show you quite a b it of w"'-t
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You will experience S wissAir regular scheduled service and t he ease and elegance of one of Europe's lead ing deluxe hotels , the S chwelu r hof, ldully located in t he heart of Berne . Her e , traditional old wor'ld hosp ilal lty
a nd Swiss know- how forf':"' a perfect partneroship . I am s ure you wi ll join with me in declaring this to be an o utstan ding o p portu nity and an experience never - to- be-forgot1en. S ince t he number of ~ rtlclpan t s
This morning you will depart from your hotel for a guided city sightseeing tour by motorcoach. Included will be a visit to the Swiss Parliament Houses, the famous Clock Tower with its well known figure play, a Cathedral over 350 years old, the Bear Pits (Home of the Heraldic Animal of the City), Berne's Rose Garden and the Medieval Fountains. Your afternoon will be at leisure, a good opportunity to visit the famous arcaded shopping malls of Berne. This Medieval setting houses one of the largest sheltered shopping centers in Europe. This evening we will be guided on a walk from our hotel through the old part of the city to the historic cellar restaurant "Kornhauskeller" for a typical Bernese dinner with lots of music and "umpapa."
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I look for ward to welcomin g you to o u r select g roup a nd believe we wi ll Nve • great time together' . Yours In Pi Kappa Phi ,
Durward W. Owen Executive Director OWD/ jal
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Monday 3 November This morning you will depart for a half day escorted excursion into French speaking Switzerland arriving at the medieval hill-top town of Gruyeres (single street of late Gothic houses with overhanging roofs, imposing 13th century castle). Tour the Castle Museum and The Modern Cheese Factory to see how the famous Swiss Gruyeres cheese is made and personally taste some. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy Berne's Zoological Garden , Open-Air Market, Houses of Parliament or visit the shopping malls. Berne is for lovers of good food. Tonight's dinner-dine-around voucher is your introduction to the specialities of the world. No matter what one's taste, there are over 150 restaurants concentrated with half a square mile.
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Roundtrip economy class airfare to Zurich/ Geneva, Switzerland . Famed 'Swiss-Class ' service aboard Swissair's spacious wide-body aircraft featuring gourmet meals, fine wines, china, glassware and full-sized cutlery. Accomodations at the deluxe Hotel Schweizerhof with private bath based on double occupancy. Single room supplement available upon request. American breakfast and dinner daily (except day 6). Wine, Coffee or Tea with all meals.
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Special musical folklore events, farewell dinner, lunch on the Schilthorn and sightseeing per itinerary with guide and entrance fees. Full hostess service on transfers, excursions and evening outings.
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This morning we board our coaches for an exciting excursion into the heart of the Alps, to the Schilthorn ... 9,744 feet, in the Bernese Oberland. Arriving at Stechelberg, we will thrill to the longest aerial cable car in the Alps. Lunch at the summit in the revolving restaurant Piz Gloria, revealing the most magnificent panorama of the entire Swiss Alpine Range and made famous by the James Bond film 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service.' Return by cable car al1d motorcoach to the well known holiday resort of Interlaken. Continue by way of Oberhofen along Lake Thun to Berne. Dinner and evening on your own.
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ALL TOUR PRICES QUOTED FOR TRANSPORTA· TION AND LAND ARRANGEMENTS ARE BASED ON RATES (INCLUDING FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATES) IN EFFECT AT TIME OF PRINTING AND ARE SUBJECT TO INCREASE WITHOUT NOTICE IF SUCH RATES CHANGE PRIOR TO DEPARTURE.
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Thursday 6 November This is our last full day in Switzerland. Now is the time to get in the last minute shopping you have been putting off or perhaps enjoy a round of golf at a nearby championship Alpine course. Visit the Brewery Gurten or one of Berne's many museums. If art is your inter~st , the Kunst Museum awaits you, the proud possessor of the world's largest collection of the works of Paul Klee; or, the PTI Museum housing the largest stamp coll~ction in the world open to the public. Other items of interest and further sightseeing will be detailed in your Documentation Kit. Tonight you will enjoy a farewell candlelight dinner at the hotel.
Friday 7 November After breakfast, we will be transferred by motorcoach to Zurich airport. This will be our last glimpse of beautiful Switzerland before we board our Swissair flight home. Tired , but with memories of good times and new found friends!! Uf Wiederluege! Farewell!
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ALUMNI BRIEFS RAYMOND B. NIXON
RAYMOND B. NIXON, '25, of Eta Chapter at Emory University is currently Professor Emeritus of Journalism and International Relations at the University of Minnesota. He has been chosen as one of the U.S. journalism educators and professional journalists to participate in an annual exchange program with the U.S.S.R. FRANK M. RYLL
Gerald W. Matthews of Alpha Eta Chapter at Samford has been named Administrative Vice President of the Illinois Association of Realtors. He holds a BS degree in Business Administration from Samford and a Masters from Florida Atlantic University. He and his wife, Susan, reside in Sherman, Illinois and have a daughter, Kara, and a son, Jeremy.
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For eight years, Matthews was employed by the fraternity, during which time he moved from field consultant to heading three of the fraterity's subsidiaries.
HUGH A. GROVES
An alumnus of Iota Chapter, HUGH A. GROVES, was recently the recipient of a great honor by his hometown of Harlem, Georgia. September 4, 1979 was designated as Hugh A. Groves Day in recognition of his many years of service promoting the Harlem High School Athletic Program, volunteering of his engineering skills in the design and development of recreational facilities, and supporting the youth of Columbia County. Hugh is a former Mayor of Harlem and a retired civil engineer for the Georgia Highway Department. A special ceremony was held for Hugh in which he received a proclamation from the Mayor of the city of Harlem and a resolution from the Columbia County Board of Education. In addition, the Harlem High School Baseball Field, 路 which he designed, was named the Hugh A. Groves Field in recognition of his support of school athletic programs. A large plaque will be displayed at the field in his honor. Congratulations Hugh on a well deserved honor!
FRANK M. R YLL of Beta Eta Chapter at Florida State University has left his position as Manager of Community Development and General Manager of the Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce in South Carolina to accept the duties of Staff Vice-President for Governmental Affairs with the Florida State Chamber. Frank had joined the Greenville Chamber in September 1976 and was responsible for the initiation of the Chamber's Goodwill Ambassador Program. He was also involved with the start-up of the Leadership South Carolina Program. The Executive Vice-President, Carroll Gray said of his departure, "Frank has been a major part of our staffing over the past three years. He will be difficult to replace, but we are happy that he has been offered this outstanding opportunity in his home state." RICHARD C. LUKAS
An alumnus of Beta Eta Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at Florida State University, RICHARD C. LUKAS, is currently serving as a Professor of History at Tennessee Technological University. Richard received his Doctor of Philosophy Degree from Florida State University in 1963 after receiving his undergraduate degree in 1957 and his Master of Arts Degree in 1960. He has authored numerous scholarly publications, including his most recent book-THE STRANGE ALLIES: THE UNITED STATES AND POLAND, 1941-45-of which he is especially proud. This was the first time a historian has explored the subject in twenty years. It has received excellent reviews with one reviewer in London calling it a "masterly account". Richard has received numerous awards and citations. He is a member of Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Alpha Theta, Omicron Delta Kappa, and the Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences. He was a winner of the University's Outstanding Faculty Award in both 1975 and 1979. He was recognized in Who's Who in America. Richard held several offices in the chapter as an undergraduate. Richard resides in Cookerville, Tennessee with his wife, Marita, and his daughters, Jennifer and Renee.
Julian C. Cornett, a native of Atlanta, and a graduate of Georgia State University (Beta Kappa Chapter) was promoted in January to Senior Vice President of the Jackson Division of the First Mississippi National Bank. Cornett joined the bank in 1977. He is married to the former Julia Hart of Atlanta and they have two children, Julianne and Jeffrey, and now live in Jackson, Mississippi.
alma mater and to its alumni, the Association bestowed on him its Honorary Membership. Honorary membership is based on outstanding contributions or services to the College of Charleston or to the Alumni Association. There are only 14 living members of the Association who have received this honor. Dr. Freeman is currently serving as Professor of Biology. He is a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and is a past president of the Alumni Association. DAVID L. BAKER
DAVID L. BAKER, '73, of Alpha Mu Chapter has been named the Sports Information Director at Pen Penn State University . David assumes the position after serving as the Assistant Sports Information Director of the university for the past five years. David graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism. His Penn State Publications have earned 14 awards from the College Sports Information Directors' Association, including four "Best In-The-Nation" citations. He was coordinator of the 1978 Academic All-America Football Team as selected by the National Sports Information Group. David will coordinate the publicity for Penn State's thirty-two ( 32) varsity sports, quite an accomplishment for a 28 year old. David, a former archon, is married to the former Eleanor Crowers of Atlanta, GA.
James Smithson's work in experimental chemistry and minera logy brought him great regard in 18th-century scientific circles, so much so that a French geolog ist conferred the name "smithsonite" on the compound carbonate of zinc. However, Smithson's wish that "My name shall live in the memory of man" was realized chiefly through a contingency bequest in his will . That document provided that, upon the death of his nephew without heir, Smithson's estate would pass "to the United States of America to found at Washington, under the name of the Smithsonian institution, an establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge among men . "Smithson died in 1829; his nephew, childless, in 1835. His bequest, shipped to this country from England in eleven boxes containing $508,318.46 worth of gold sovereigns, was accepted by Congress in 1846, and became the 'foundation of one of the world's leading educational and cultural institutions. Private gifts, such as wills and bequests, life insurance benefits, and life-income gifts, can help the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation support its various activities, as listed below: Endowment Investment Project P.U.S.H . (Play Units for Severely Handicapped) Student Housing Leadership Training (Pi Kapp College) Financial Aid For further information: Stuart Hicks Director of Development Pi Kappa Phi Foundation P. 0. Box 240526 Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
Early in his career he became involved with the Bank Administration Institute of which he served as National President, rece1vmg in 1968 the BAI key, the highest award of that organization. Burges resides in Charleston and will continue to serve as member of the Board of Directors of the Citizens and Southern Corporation. WILLIAM H. FUNK Edward J. Bennett, a graduate of Xi Chapter at Roanoke, has been appointed Manager in charge of Passenger Sales of Eastern Airlines in Charlotte. Mr. Bennett joined the airline in 1965. With memberships in various aviation organizations, Bennett is married to the former Jan Snyder of Scottsboro and they have one daughter.
WILLIAM R. PITTS
A new Neurosurgery Intensive Care Unit at Charlotte Memorial Hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina was recently dedicated in honor of Charlotte pioneer neurosurgeon, DR. WILLIAM R. PITTS of Mu Chapter at Duke University. Dr. Pitts was the first and only chief of the hospital's department of neurosurgery from 1957 until his retirement in April1979. JULIUS E. BURGES
HARRY W. FREEMAN
HARRY W. FREEMAN of Alpha Chapter was awarded the College of Charleston Alumni's highest honor by its Alumni Association. In recognition of his service to his
He is remembered for two things that bear his name: A MINERAL AND AN INSTITUTION
Julius E. Burges of Alpha Chapter has now retired from the Citizens and Southern Corporation after 43 years. He began with the bank as bookkeeper after graduating from the College of Charleston in 1935.
An alumnus of Iota Chapter at Georgia Tech, William H. Funk is serving a three-year term on the Board of Directors of the Fertilizer Institute, a national industry association. Elected in Chicago earlier this year, Funk is President of Gardiner, Inc. and Gardiner Big River, Inc. Funk graduated in 1943 with a degree in chemical engineering and has served in various executive positions since 1976. He is a native of Florida, is past chairman of The Florida Phosphate Council and the Florida West Coast Orchid Society.
PHILIP N. MCCOMBS
Philip N. McCombs, a graduate of Gamma Chapter at California, operates one of the more unusual businesses - a firm founded by Mark Twain in 1888. McCombs is President of Allen's Press Clipping Bureau, a firm that subscribes to thousands of newspapers and magazines. Employees speed-read and clip articles of interest to their clients.
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Inte rcepted Correspondence (W&L GAZETTE)
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I nte rofnce me mo To: M. Grah am ole man , A):.is tant Director of Pub lications From : II. S. Kee fe, Dirc·ctor of the News Office l11unks for sharing with me the necrology from 1'/ie Star and Lamp of Pi Kappa Phi, in which is n."<.'Orded the
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trnnsi tion of Mr. james Bland Mu rt in from C hap ter Temporal to Chapter Etcmnl. As you know, the late Martin was the h usband of on uf Was hin gton and Lee's trustee!., and 1 have spen t scvcml dnys in pas t weeks traffickin g with Mrs. Murt in and someone (now exposed by Star and
Lamp as an obvious fraud) whom she openly represen ted as her Jimmie. Till' impostor not un ly failed to te ll rne he Is dead bu t in fac t left a mos t <:onvinci ng impression to the contrary. The news in Star at1d Lamp , thus, C'J.Sts lUI exceed ingly awkward light on the assertion in my ar· ticlc in the Septe mber issue of our alum ni magazine that Jimm ie Martin and Teen Ma rti n are the life of any party they attend . This poses a cor1siderablc problem for me. W ho has been se nd ing me those le t·
Back in the summer 1979 issue of the STAR AND LAMP a serious mistake was made. Two-hundred and fifty-five alumni were recipients of the Pi Kappa Phi Golden Legion shingle representing 50 years of membership but were indicated as deceased. One hundred and twelve. alumni have either called or written to protest the error. And protest they have. Just about all have been extremely understanding. Some reactions have been extremely unusual. Here are a few:
"Now, nobody has ever said that I am not willing to be proven wrong, so I conducted a rather informal poll among some of my cronies down at the health spa. The resU'lts seem to indicate the fault is yours. Out of 18 old friends sixteen said I was still alive-even sentient; one was not sure; and one (never one of my favorite people anyway) insisted you were right. What's more, he went on to say that you'd been right for several years now. For the record, my wife agreed with the majority ."- R. I. Highleyman, Florida. '':>
"As a member of Alpha Lambda Chapter I made a careful examination of your report of the death of Theodore Bernard Tew and find it to be wholly untrue." - Offa L. Casey, Mississippi.. "As for me, I am Georgia Tech .
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"Hope this modest sum (check attached) will bail me out of the Chapter Eternal."- Robert C. Kieffer, Penn State. "I'm happy it is an error. A fellow professor suggested I call you and. say, 'It's fine up here; how is it dowp. there? ' He .. apparently has, more confidence as to where I'm going than I have. " - Hal A. Wilson, Illinois.
"Good morning!. Didn 't know April 1 came so early. I've been so busy haven't had .time to get old."- John Dutro, Oregon State. "Since the STAR AND LAMP is not a college-humor publication---some of the fratres of extremely sensitive nature ain't a gonna think its funny."- Robert C. Grady, Davidson. "I now know how Mark Twain felt." (Eighteen referred to this.)
"Did you get your information from my wife? Fortunately my clients have not heard the news."- R. V. Harden, Mercer. "I am sorry not to be able to submit a report from the Chapter Eternal for your publication. No doubt one would be of considerable interest since all of us have a keen curiosity about this Chapter, which in due time we shall become a member. It is a bit disconcerting to be contacted by my friends
If you are a concerned alumnus
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JAMES BLAND MA im C LOUCESTE II, VII1C INIA Dear Co lonel : I do appredn tc your tnun pet blas t of rec.-en t date advising me of my departure fro m th is te mporal abode to rest in Abra· hum's bosom (sort of lumpy, too, I su· spc•<:t). As a mutter offi~ct , I have bee n some· what suspicion~ of this fo r sonlc time and th ought pe rhaps I had just ove rl ooked Iyin~ down. Now that I know , I suppose my m ind should he at res t too, b ut I nnd that th is Is not entirely so. I'm terrib ly afra id Ji m Whitehcud may lcnrn of th is and forthwit h move to huve ou r Unitrus t prc.x:ceds di rected to Lcxinl(ton, leaving your trus tee and th is ll caven ly Spirit in a destitute condit ion. Ne ith er would I care to have the l. R.S. alerted to my depart ure . When I begin to consider th e many th ings th is
ange lic state (I hope) co uld trigger, I begin to feel so r1a pun y. Maybe that goes with the territory. I can 't wa it to sec you in heave n to chat a bit, play a few harp me lodies, cat a Iitt I honey and drin k a little mil k. Heave ns! What am I saying? I never did care for mil k. 1-J allc lujah !-und cross yourself. St. James
T il E PI KA I'PA Pill FRATEII ITY ADM INISTRATI VE OFFICE To: J. B. Mart in; c.c. toM . C . Coleman, II . S. Keefe ... Please accept our sin<.'Crc apologies for a rc<.-c nt m isprin t in the sum me r is~ue of our magnzine publication, The Star & Lamp. Your name, with the list of nil Col· den Legion honored members, appeared erroneo usly as a list of our bro th ers who had joined C hapter Etemal, nnd those who actuall y had bt:cn deceased were li sted as Golden Legion mem bers .... A clarifying statement will apptmr in the Fnll iss ue of Sta r & Lmup. Durward W. Owen Executive Director
inquiring of my health because of your report. It is indeed nice to know so many care, so perhaps I should thank you since in some cases I had not heard from them for some time."- Herbert S. Maffett, Georgia. "My wife says we're not quite ready to be burned." - Ken Bellinger, Michigan State.
''Needless to say, I was quite surprised to see my name listed under the heading 'Brothers Who Have Joined the Chapter Eternal' in the summer issue of the STAR AND LAMP. Would appreciate any details you can provide. " - J. A. Bush, Stetson. "Despite your recommendation in the STAR AND LAMP, I was blackballed-mainly because I am not dead." - Eugene L. Permenter, Florida. "Never felt better, but it did remind me to get with my attorney and have my will updated."- Vernon B. Stansell, Oklahoma.
much alive and well thank you."- H. A. Groves,
"I, who am hale and hearty of the 1932 bunch named, wish to say I just haven't joined that Chapter Eternal. Better try again!" - Carl B. Bruse, Purdue.
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of Pi Kappa Phi, you may be asking yourself one of these questions: 1) Can t he Pi Kappa Phi Foundation assist my children with educational scholarships? 2) Will corporate donations be accepted to Pi Kappa Phi's Project P.U.S.H.? 3) Where is the nearest alumni chapter to me? 4) I have expertise in a particular area. How can I become involved with Pi Kappa Phi on a national level? For answers to these questions, contact AI Brown, Alumni Relations Committee, 522 Devon Street, Kearny, N.J. 07032.
"What a soul shaking experience to read your own obituary! I knew people sometimes wrote their own, but I have never heard of one who survived to see it in print. " - C. Zell Taylor, Jr., Alabama. "Although it has been suspected by some that I was dead from the 'neck up', I was somewhat surprised to find my name among those in the 'Chapter Eternal'."- Carl F. Pester, PINY. "Please reinstate me in the land of the living with full privileges including mailings!"- Stanley N. Perkins, Illinois.
"On page 5 of the summer 1979 edition of the STAR AND LAMP wh ich recently arrived in the mail, under the heading 'Brothers Who Have Joined the Chapter Eternal'- Alpha Xi - PINY, I was extremely surprised--to say the least--to find my name listed. While I presume the Chapter Eternal is the next step after the Golden Legion, I am pleased to tell you that I am still in the Golden Legion category and hope to so remain for quite a few years." - Frank Zeissig, PINY. "I was going to send you something out of my life insurance proceeds but the insurance company refused to take your obit report as evidence in my case."- W. H. Tammeus, Illinois. And last but not least:
"Must admit that the wife looked me over pretty closely after reading the release."- E. R . Crook , Michigan State.
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P. 0. Box 240526 7111 Nations Ford Road Charlotte, N.C. 28210 Charlotte, N.C. 28224 Founded at the College of Charleston, S.C. - December 10, 1904 -FOUNDERSANDREW A. KROEG, JR.
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Pruiden t - A. J . Strickland, Ill Box 4555 University, AL 35486 V lce·Praldent - David Jaffee 1407 Ashley River Road
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Nomin11ing - Ted A. Scharfenuein Addison Gilbert Hospital 298 w ashington S treet Gloucester, MA 01920
VIII. Travis Jullon, 800 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, ll 60067 IX . Jeff A. Wrislev, 4B22 washtenaw Bldg. 16, Apt . A-8, Ann Arbor, Ml 48104 " X. Tom Ton , 3627 Cheyenne Blvd. , Sioux City, lA 5 1104 XI. Jack Austin , 3833 N. Wllllomotte Blvd ., Portlond, OR 97217 XII . Rusty Patrick , Cottage 16, 1124 W. Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90502 XIII. VACANT XIV. Hugh Queene r, 2323 Wil son Rood K- 14 , Knoxville, TN 37912 XV . Dee Outlaw, Sports Information Div., Livingston Umv., Livingston Al 35470
Alumni - Joseph J. Manfredi 224 Wtuchung Avenue Orange, NJ 07052
Charleston, SC 29407
Treasurer - William D. Fuqua P.O . Box 2162 Augusta, GA 30903 Secretary - W1Uiam L. Finney 11308 Harrowfleld Road
Pineville, NC 28134
Project P.U.S.H. - Phil Toppy 4800 Rockvi ew Ct. Charlotte, NC 28211
Ch•nc:•llor - Judge James Turk Box 611 Radford , VA 24141
Area Governors Council - Steve DePalma 399 Bertha Road Toms River, NJ 08753
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Pi Kapp College is a national leadership school.which is held every 2 years and is sponsored by the fraternity. Nuts and bolts presentations are given on all relevant fraternity and leadership subjects. Every chapter of the fraternity sends delegates to share in this common learning experience. It is, perhaps, the greatest experience in leadership, fun, and brotherhood you will ever have the opportunity of enjoying. This year Pi Kapp College will be held on August 17th to the 21st at beautiful Roanoke College in Salem, Virginia.
Welcome, Epsilon Gamma, to the world of Pi Kappa Phi
September 29, 1979 was a great day in the town of Farmville, Virginia. This is the official chartering date of Epsilon Gamma Chapter at Longwood College. This group of 21 student members developed quickly into a viable fraternal organization with good guidance from George Stonikinis, their Chapter Advisor. The National Secretary, Bill Finney, Georgia Southwestern, was Chartering Officer assisted by Richard Flora, Roanoke. A good introduction to Pi Kappa Phi was provided by the initiating teams from Delta Tau, Madison University, and Beta Phi, East Carolina.
One-sixth equals 4,850 This year the Fraternity has a goal of 4,850 alumni participating in the voluntary dues program. This is 1/6 of the 29,000 living alumni of Pi Kappa Phi. Not really an unusually large goal for dues paying members of an organization. The results as of this issue of The Star and Lamp are 3,110 contributing alumni, or 11% (1/10) of the total. Some distance to go, but certainly not beyond reach. If you have not yet responded to the mailed request, you can still join the other dues paying alumni of Pi Kappa Phi by sending your $15.00 (or more) voluntary dues
Officers of the new chapter at the time of chartering were: Keith F. Moore, Archon; Ronald A. Wheeler, Vice-Archon; Brian V. Gomes, Treasurer; David M. Wall, Secretary; Scott W. Hileman, Warden; Kendall B. Adams, Historian; and Stephen G. Whitten, Chaplain.
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check to the Administrative Office, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, 7111 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28210. Please identify the purpose of the check.
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XVII. John M, Casper , 9206 W. 112th Terrace, Overland Park, KS 66210 XVIII. Jov Kruska, 1928 NW 42nd Street, Oklahomo Cltv , OK 73118 XIX . StevenS. Miller, 5625 Antoine Drive, Apt. 1303, Houston, TX 77091 XX. Same as XII XXI. Richard Folger, 2034 Kensington Ct., Lilburn, GA 30247 XXII. Perry M. Grant, 60S Eric Drive, Birmingham, AL35210 XXIII. Charles A. Rowland, 21 1 Irvine Road, Lexington , KY 40502 XXIV. Tom Sabetta , 3614 Arlington Drive, Owensboro, KV 42301 XXV. Mike Terrv , 937 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, NC 28205
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pter ters ALPHA College of Charleston The Supreme Chapter was a huge success thanks to chapters across America plus the fact it was very rewarding to meet brothers who share the same secrets and facts-:Fall Rush for 1979 was a success. We wel comed twenty-two associate members. Their pledge project consisted ~painting the seal of our fraternity on the entrance floor of the house and shaping the property up inside and out. They did a great job. The Alpha Chapter is proud to announce that brothers David Inghram and Tom Maskell were accepted to pre-med school starting next year. ..... This year the brothers of the Alpha Chapter are supporting project P.U.S .H. with a lot of enthusiasm. Alpha is raising money by a raffle with the winner taking a ' trip to Atlanta with the use of a rental car. Each ticket sells for a dollar and they are selling rapidly. Founders' Day was enjoyed by many alumni and students attending. Thanks to John Hassell, Chaplain, for a wonderful affair. Soon it will be time for the brothers to get mentally and physically prepared for our annual "Greek Week ." This consists of many sports ranging from ping pong to football. These activities give the fraternities at the College' of Charleston the opportunity to show their talents. For the past three years Alpha has kept the champion title.
BETA Presbyterian College Pi Kapps at Beta started the year with enthu iastic participation by the active members. Besides starting a Little Sister group, we also added a large sun deck to the rear of the house, we continued our fund raising projects by selling corsages at Homecoming. We welcomed a large crowd of returning alumni and thoroughly enjoyed making new friends and visiting with old ones. In November, the Presbyterian College Blue Hose marched triumphantly to the SAC-8 Championship . Congratulations to Head Coach Brother Calhoun F. (Cally.) Gault for leading the Blue Hose to the Number One ranking in the NAIA. In December Beta Chapter visited the local Boys' Farm for their annual Christmas program . The Founders' Day celebration and Christmas party was a big success and we thank our alumni for their presence and continued support. Rose Ball plans are well under way and we look forward to our trip to the mountains. The Pi Kapps had an outstanding volleyball season and we are now in the midst of basketball competition. Congratulations to Robert Harvey who has been serving as I FC president this year.
GAMMA University of California - Berkeley Fall quarter has indeed been a busy one for Gamma Chapter. It was a great honor to return from Supreme Chapter with the Champion Master Chapter Award . Thanks to our housing corporation, the inside of the house is looking better than ever before . The living room and recreation room were recarpeted, and new tile was laid in the dining and entrance areas. The addition of a new television set completed the renovation. Fall Rush was again a success. We pledged 25 men who were initiated in January . After rush, the brothers and new associate members, along with our Sacramento State Colony, went for a raft trip down the American River . With the pledging of these 25 men, Pi Kappa Phi has become the largest house on campus. The Little Sisters Program under Joe Yellen has vastly improved. There are now 120 Little Sisters, the largest number of any house at Berkeley . It has been a pleasure to see so many of our alumni dropping by. Special thanks to alumnus
Tom Griffin for coordinating the sale of tickets to alumni during Cal's football season. After the USC-Ca l game, there was a buffet dinner attended by several Gamma alumni, the broth路 ers of Delta Rho Chapter, members of the Sacramento State Colony, and families and friends. The Founders' Day banquet was held on November 10 at the house, celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the founding of Pi Kappa Phi and the 70th Anniversary of Gamma Chapter. Approximately 150 people attended the dinner dance. Steve Ryder was named Alumnus of the Year for his help in fixing up the interior of the house . Chaplain Rick Rappaport was awarded the Spirit Award by the Brotherhood. Gamma Chapter was pleased to welcome two distinguished Pi Kapps this past quarter. On November 2, National President Lonnie Strickland was our guest at dinner. Field Secretary Bert Luer spent a few days at the house while talking to officials at San Fran cisco State about the possibility of starting a colony. Gamma Chapter plans to help with the founding of a colony this coming spring. Gamma Pi Kapps have been making names for themselves individually on campus . Bill Peironnet was named Art Director of "The Pelican," Cal's humor magazine . Steve Black and Rick Rappaport are members of the Honor Students Society. Associate Member Steve Pas, redshirting for the football team, was voted scout team player of the week four weeks in a row by the first team offense. Cal and Gamma Chapter are looking forward to big things from "Elam-Bam." Another Asrociate Member, Carl And ersen, ;s redshirtAng for the cross country team, hoping a knee injury will heal in time for the track season. In closing, the brothers of Gamma Chapter would like to issue a warning to all other chapters of Pi Kappa Phi: Give up on trying for the Founders' Award . We've got it in the bag.
ZETA Wofford College Zeta Chapter had its most fruitful rush in seven years as we pledged twenty men. We also enjoyed our first winning intramural football season in four years. Th e chapter has participated in several service projects this year . One was a bathtub race to support the United Way. Zeta placed second in the Wofford "phone-a-then" by raising over $8,000 for the sc hool's annual fund. We have, in addition, raised funds from hot dog sales, doughnut sa les and various other projects this semester. These funds will be used for improving our fraternity house and creating a sound financial base . One of our associate members was named to John Connally's campaign staff for South Carolina . Another assoc iate member recently was elected treasurer of the College Republicans . One associate member was recently elected to the South Carolina State Student Legisla ture . Several brothers and associate members are also active leaders in the Wofford Student Government. Homecoming was very successful this year, even though the weather was awf ully cold and wet. There was a big turnout of alumni, something all the brothers appreciate every year. As our chapter advisor, Son Snipes, summed it up at our Founders' Day Banquet, "Pi Kapp at Wofford College looks very strong and is on the road to dominance of Greek life on campus."
IOTA Georgia Institute of Technology Iota Chapter has been actively involved in campus activities this quarter . Fall rush got off to a slow start this quarter for most fraterniti es including Iota. However, as th e quarter pro gressed, things picked up dramatically . We pledged 17 fine associate members which have since been initiated . Homecoming week was a very successful one for Iota Chapter as many of our alumni
who showed up for the Tech-Air Force game and other activities can testify to . Activities started with a pre-game brunch at which a wide variety of food was available. Following this was the game in which Tech shut out Air Force by the score of 21-0 . Later that evening, the chapter held a homecoming dance at M<!x's Restaurant, downtown in the Omni lnternatiqnal Complex. Our chapter has again been llctively involved in raising funds for various charities including Project P.U .S.H. One couple was sponsored by the chapter in a 24-hour dance marathon to raise funds for the fight against leukemia.They managed to dance the 24 grueling hours and raised over $240 for their effo rts . Iota Chapter is also gearing up for many activities next quarter related to fund raising for P.U .S.H . Iota was very active this quarter in a variety of sports, fielding teams in football, volleyball, tennis, cross cou ntry, and even ultimate frisbee, with one of our teams coming in fifth place campus-wide . During Homecoming week, we entered the famous Rambling Wreck parade in the fixed body category . The theme that was used for the wreck was "Medieval Marta" (M alta being the bus system in Atlanta) . A rather contro versial decision awarded a place to the Theta Chi vehicle, causing us to miss out on the award for this category. Our members are inyolved with campus activities in cluding S.G.A. We now represent nearly 15 to 20 percent of the existing council. Also, many of those people are active in many key committees of the council. Iota also has a member in the Inter-Fraternity Council , and one of our Brothers is the editor for one of the sections of our school newspaper .
KAPPA University of North Carolina The Kappa Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has had a busy semester. The brothers returned from summer vacation and immediately began making plans for a successful rush. Twelve men pledged the fraternity during formal rush and twelve men were initiated into Pi Kappa Phi . The fraternity continued to be involved in numerous activities on campus and within the community . Britt Lassiter and Brad Osborne held offices in the Inter-Fraternity Council this past semester. Britt held the office of Secretary, while Brad served as the Vice President for pub I icity . Lee McAllister was recently elected to succeed Britt as Secretary in the spring . Brad Osborne also served on the Attorney General's staff at the university, while Rob Mann served on the Honor Court which oversees Honor Court violations . David Barkley sang with the University Glee Club this past fall. Doug Ritchie, a junior at UNC - CH was selected to serve on the Council of Archons by Pi Kappa Phi National in Charlotte, North Carolina . Community se rvice included volunteer work . Two brothers, Jack Mahler and John Allegood did volunteer work at N . C. Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill . The entire brotherhood of the Kappa Chapter continued to be involved in the "Little Geeb" program. The "Little Geebs" are underprivileged black children who live in the Chapel Hill community. The "Geebs" visit the fraternity house twice a month under the direction of Rob Mann . The brothers play games and have special activities for them . Specia l activities this past semester included pumpkin carvings for Halloween and a Christ mas tree trimming for the "Little Geebs." Several brothers were involved in varsity sports this past semester . Anthony Sparrow is a member of the fencing team. Bill Ferrell plays on the varsity tennis team after having played on th e junior varsity team the past two years. Wynn Walker is head cheerleader on the junior varsity cheering squad . Th e Pi Kapps captured their fifth con se cutive frat ernity division tag footb all cham pionship this pas t fall . Our chapter then w ent
on to win its fourth all-campus championship in the past five years. Pi Kappa Phi at Chapel Hill was saddened last spring by the sudden death of our faculty advisor, Navy Commander C. M. Mills, Associate Professor of Naval Science at UNC-CH . He had beel"\ the faculty advisor for the past two years and will be greatly missed . Pro fessor J. B. Anderson, Professor of Nutrition at UNC-CH is the new faculty advisor . The highlight of the semester was the Pi Kappa Phi Semi-Rose Ball held on November 10. Miss Mary Ben Craven was chosen as the Pi Kapp Sweet Heart. Many alumni brothers returned for this weekend to join in on the activities.
LAMBDA University of Georgia Lambda Chapter at the University of Georgia began fall quarter by having the best rush in several years . Thirteen men were pledged with eleven initiated . Activiti es for fall in cluded participation in th e Penthouse car wash for leukemia, in which the chapter placed second in the banner contest and won a tele vision video game . In sports, the chapter finished fall quarter in second place and remained in a good position to win the President's league. Homecoming activities this year included participating in the homecoming parade and sponsoring the third annual ParentAlumni Banquet which was a great success . At the banquet, Brother Phil Tappy was recognized as Alumni of the Year and Brother Leroy Langston was presented a special award for outstanding service to the chapter. A special honor for Brother Marc Barre and the chapter as a whol e was Brother Barre's selection to join Gridiron, a secret society for outstanding campus leaders . Improvements to the house this quarter have included .he building of a new marble top bar which would not have been possible without the donation of the marble by Brother Bill Allen . The Little Sisters sponsored a Halloween Party and a Christmas Party for the brothers . The new officers were installed November 19 and are looking forward to the new year. Plans for the coming year include our Viking Party and Rose Ball, the renovation of the pit and additio n of a room on the side of the house.
XI Roanoke College Xi Chapter now has 31 brothers and 6 associate members. The brothers have been working hard and the results can be seen. Scholastically, 13 brothers were named to the Dean's List last semester, 3 recipients of the Blue Key, and named Junior Scholars: Alfred S. DeMott, Ill, Robbie Harris, Mike Williams. Bill Borowski, Ill was also named Junior Scholar. Many awards have also been presented to the chapter and to individual brothers. Among them are: American Chemical Society Student Affiliate Award: Associate Member Bruce Farris; Lawerence D . and Mary A. Fisher Scholarship awarded to Mike Williams; Outstanding Journ alism Award to Bruce Linger; Who's Who in American Colleges: Robbie Harris and Mike Williams; 1979 Pi Kappa Phi Chapter Service Award of the year; and finally, we received the Clean Valley Committee Honor Award for 1st Annual Pi Kappa Phi Green-Up . The brothers have been active on campus this year, some of the organizations and positions members hold are: Bill Borowski named to Alpha Kappa Delta; Robbie Harris and Alfred DeMott have been named to Delta Mu Delta ; Mike Williams and Alfred DeMott were named to Phi Society; Kevin Sullivan and Mike McGough were elected to Xi Theta Chi; Mike McGough was inducted into Pi Delta Phi ; Alumni Richard Flora was appointed Area Governor; named as Undergraduate Assistance ships : Bruce Linger-Business and Economics, Bill Borowski-Political Science, Peter Johnson Ch emistry, Kim McKen zie-Physics, Robbie
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Harris -Business, and Mike Williams-Chemistry; Resident Assistants : John Neurohr, Bruce Linger; I FC • President John Neurohr; Basketball Manager - John Lunny; Student Coordinator for men's intermurals- Keith Walklet. Currently Xi leads in the overall intramural competition. John Neurohr was first place in tennis; ·6th place finish in speedball; 3rd in volleyball; and, 1st in cross country. Individual accomplsihments in soccer: Keith Walklet named captain, 1st team VISA WestAli-Stars , 2nd team all conference, Tom Prest· leading scorer 1978-79, 2nd team all con ference and lacrosse : John Neurohr • starting goalie for Roanoke finishing No . 1 and No . 3 nationally in 1978 and 1979 . Xi continues to have strong t ies with its alumni having more than 30 visit for different periods of time in th e 1st 12 weeks of school. Also, after accidentally locating our 1927 sweetheart, Hilda M iller, the chapter presented her with lavatier and serenaded in the traditional manner. Xi has been busy this semester with various projects, out to defend the chapter service of the year award . Among the projects were: $500 raised for M . S. in a swimathon; served as mock disaster victims for the rescue squad competition, sponsoring a fast for Cambodia. The house itself V:..as also a project. A new paint job and furniture has enhanced the beauty.
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RHO Washington and Lee TJniversity The coming of autumn marked the close of an oustanding rush performed by the brothers of Rho. Sixteen pledges joined our ranks during rush. Our rush format was quite impressive with " cookouts, bands, and other events which showed the rushees our true spirit of brotherhood and dedication to our ideals . Rush ended with the official pledging at Mantle Nite. This year the pledges chose a Times Square theme featuring great piano songs of the day. The night was the highlight of rush and everyone went away with a little something that they did not have before. Thanks to our new associate member program and the inspirational speech of the traveling secretary, George Shipp, our pledges have been molded into a cohesive unit. So far this year in intramural sports Rho has been outstanding . The football team, which was the best undergraduate team, reached the finals only to have victory elude them. Our golf, tennis, and cross country teams all reached the playoffs . Overall, we are second in the standing in intramural sports. Rho would like to pay special tribute to Burt Butler who brought us international fame over the summer. Burt finished twelfth in th e world and third in the United States in the respective Kayaking Championships. Recently Rho chapter has become increas ingly aware of the benefits of good alumni relations. So in order to step up our relations, we threw a party honoring our outstanding alumnus of the year, Leigh Gatoring Frackleton '73, who has honored us with his immense presence and support repeatedly. With Leigh's encouragement we threw a combination pig roast, mudslide, and outdoor concert, all of which thoroughly impressed "Frack". We hope that this sort of thing will encourage the type of alumni relationship that we are striving to achieve . In other happenings at Rho our committee program, which was formed last spring, has been quite a success. There is one committee which is still tackling an extremely difficult problem and so the efforts are still continuing. That committee is Pi Kappa Phi's Undertaking of a Recreation of a Green Environment (Purge). The Purge committee still has five cases to solve; and with the help of most of the brothers they are certain the job can be completed this year. Incidently, thanks to inter-chapter communication, this program has spread down to Sigma Chapter (University of South Carolina) where their Sons of Nature (Son) committee has been recently developed. The other committee which deserves mentioning is the Scholastic Improvement Committee, headed by brothers Byrne and Caulkins . The committee helped us achieve the third highest G.P .A. on campus ldst year . Rho is quite impressed by their total commitment . The year will culminate with our annual Rose Ball Road Trip featuring Janice at the beach .
SIGMA University of South Carolina Sigma Chapter was awarded Champion Master Chapter at Supreme Chapter in Charles ton thi s summer. To add to this honor were some very notabl e personal honors bestowed in our brotherhood . Bryan K. Anderson won th e Founders' Scholarship, and Wi lli am J. Epperson was named to th e Council of A rchons . Sigma is very proud of these outstanding brothers. Sigma Chapter is growing at a rate which should very quickly put us as one of the top chapters on campus. Last semester eight new
initiates entered our brotherhood with a geographic distribution ranging from California to Six Mile, South Carolina . This semester has been no different for we have pledged seven teen new men encompassing some six states outside of the homeland. lntramurals for 1979 started off extremely well for Sigma Chapter with the basketball team once again making an appearance in the semi -finals, and the softball team faring well in a shortened season . Sigma has consistently made its mark on the University of South Carolina campus. Once again our annual pep rally, Cock fest (the largest pep rally in the south), was a huge success; and weekly, at the Carolina home games, the broth ers of Sigma Chapter proudly carried the largest Gamecock Flag (in the world) on the field before the game . Growth has not been confined to mere numbers--our house is currently undergoing renovations to the backyard area which should make Sigma not only one of the best, but also one of the best-looking, houses on campus. Roseball '80 has been scheduled for the weekend of April 25 at Jeckyll Island, Georgia, and once again a strong turnout from alumni and brothers is expected. All interested brothers from adjacent chapters are particularly invited to join us. In closing, Sigma would like to convey congratulations to one of our recent graduates, William M. Moore, Jr. ('79) for both his acceptance to the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, end the birth of his daughter, Angela.
celebrate the Boilermakers victory over North · western . A pregame fire-up party and brunch, as well as a dance in the evening, provided a great time for all . This year we had a golf tournament on Sunday. Alumni and brothers played on the Purdue course with pledges cad dying to earn money for their class project. Mark DeFabis won the longest drive award, wh i le Jim Kaiser won both the lowest score and best single hole plaques . We hope to make this an annual event, as it was very enjoyable for all who participated and provided an excellent opportunity for alumni and actives to become better acquainted . Newly elected Archon, Scott Grove, is using his treasurer expertise to maintain the financial status of the house. Vice-Archon, Bob Schutte, in his second term, and his recruitment com mittee are formulating plans for our spring rush program. We look forward to another fine pledge class. Rob Baker, the new Treasurer, has stepped right in and is doing a fine job in one of the toughest offices in the house . Greg Robertson, reelected to Secretary, is doing an outstanding job while also holding the Public Relations office . Bruce Halley is the new Historian, and Mark Ackerman is now the Chaplain .
We enjoyed an extensive program of social events, exchanges, parties, athletics, and last but not least, academics. One of the highlights of the semester was Homecoming, which was started at Illinois in 1910. Alumni ranging from Robert Riggs, Class of 1929, to our most recent May graduates returned to enjoy a weekend full of festivities. Rush was a success this fall . We have pledged twelve men and initiated eight of them on November 16. Speaking of initiations, the highlight of Homecoming was the alumnus initiation of John Twigg. The active chapter would like to thank John for all his support in the past. Pi Kapps at Illinois have been active around campus. Brian Mount is on the Commerce Council, the University Concert and Entertain ment Board, the Committee for Campus Affairs, and the Champaign-Urbana Student Association . Dale Block is Secretary of the Society of Auto motive Engineers . Doug Schaller is Sports Editor of the IIIia, the University Yearbook . Brent Frank, Phil Whipple, and Dan Middaugh are in the Concert Band. The 1979 Bronze Tablet (Highest Honors) Scholar, Mike Connelly, received the Outstanding Senior Award from the College of Agriculture.
We presently have 22 associate members who are already adding to the character of our house. Csaba Hertelendy, Warden, is doing a fine job of bringing these men into our brotherhood, and we hope that all will bticome Pi Kapps. We are in the midst of completely renovat· ing the first floor of the house. New carpeting and furniture in the great hall and library, as well as retiling the foyer and painting all walls are included in this project. We would like to thank the Housing Corporation, particularly John McDonald for all their cooperation · and work. The Home Improvement Committee, chaired by Mark Higgins and Frank Riddle, is coordinating the whole project. We hope to have all work done by Christmas so it will be ready when we return in January. Much of the work is being done by brothers and associate members, and things are starting to shape up . In the annual Island Bowl Football Game the Pi Kapps again won hands down beating the Delta Sigma Phi Weenies 16-6 . Bob Schutte and Phil Miller get a pat on the back for their fine coaching of our squad. This year we had a significant contribution from our pledge class, as quite a few of them started in the game and made important plays. We had a power running game led by Chuck Smith, John McKenzie , Casey Call, and Bob Schutte. Touchdowns were scored by Smith, a pledge, and Schutte while Phil Miller and Frank Riddle scored the two point conversions. Once again we had a Christmas party for underpriviledged children in the Lafayette area. Greg Robertson and John McKenzie organized the affair. Approximately 30 children ages 6-10 attended, each receiving a small gift. This year the party was co-sponsored with Kappa Alpha Theta, and we look forward to sharing this Omega tradition with them.
CHI Stetson
ALPHA GAMMA University of Oklahoma
Chi Chapter is well represented in student government. Our spring Archon is currently doubling as Student Assembly President with other brothers also representing us in various school organizations. We are ahead of everyone in the President's Cup (All-Sports Trophy) race. We hope to retire it this year-something that has never been done before . Our football team had little difficulty in clenching the title and our volleyball team has not been defeated in seven years. In academics we also show leadership qualities with consistently high house grade point averages. We have majors in all fields with a majority seeking business degrees. A number of brothers are making plans to attend law school while four graduate students remain active in fraternity affairs.
The Alpha Gamma Pi Kapps began the fall '79 semester with a running start. That is, by creating the First Annual Granville Norris Hall of Farner Run. The foot race, named after an Alpha Gamma Pi Kapp, featured five and ten kilometer runs around the O.U. campus. The race, held August 25th, drew 33 contestants; and the proceeds from the race were forwarded to Project P.U.S.H. One retreat this semester has been carried out with members meeting at nearby Lake Thunderbird to cram for new ideas on Project P.U .S.H., rush and even scholarship to name but a few items. One of the results of the meeting was the idea to hold a "Haunted House" over Halloween. This project helped bolster the Pi Kapp image at Oklahoma and allowed for the coll ection of more money for Project P.U.S.H.
OMEGA Purdue University
ALPHA EPSILON University of Florida
This fall th e men of Omega have been enjoy ing anoth er fine semester as a repeat of last semester's outstanding performance . We have strengthened the chapter under some very fine leadership , and the new officers are following in the same form . Last spring was a banner semester for Omega Chapter as w e improved all aspects of our house. Led by Bruce Halley, the Pi Kapps were victorious in the men's singles division of the University Sing competition . We also won the most improved house grade average award from the Interfraternity Council, climbing from 38th to 12th place among the fraternities on campus. Lars Kneller, our scholarship chairman, and every brother deserves credit for this tremen dous accomplishment. We hope to do even better this semester. We had a very fine Homecoming with alumni coming from as far as Athens, Greece to
Alpha Epsilon Chapter was extremely pleased to have such strong support from alumni during the recent Homecoming festivities. The brothers especially would like to extend thanks to Fred LeSueur and the Century Club members- Manny James, Greg Cottin, Peter Barr, George Coulter, Joe Bell, Wesley Hartley, Michael Hill, Mark Rosenberg, Bert Luer, Walter Sheltz, Robert Summ ers, and Robert Chapman . Their active support in th e Homecoming activities is greatly appreciated . Special congratulat ions goes to Sydney Herlong for his induction into the Alpha Epsilon Hall of Fame. Fall rush was very successful for the chapter with thirty -four men joining our ranks. Initiation is planned for January. increasing our membership to over eighty active brothers. Alpha Epsilon is coming off a very success ful 1978-79 academic school year. We placed 4th, 4th, and 5th in the scholarship ranking of
UPSILON University of Illinois
the 29 fraternities on campus during the three academic quarters, entitling us to display a handsome I. F .C. Scholarship Banner this fall quarter. Two brothers- David Baker and Bert Luer-were selected for Phi Beta Kappa. In intramurals we are defending the "Blue League"AII-Sports Trophy in the more competitive large house "Orange League" . Thus far, we have placed third in football with the majority of sports yet to come . Many of our brothers are actively involved in campus organizations . Mark Timmes is the 1979 Interfraternity Council President, Coordi nator of the Campus-Wide "College Bowl", and the Outstanding Male Graduate for Fall Quarter 1979; Mark Thurn is the ne~ly elected i.f-C. Secretary ; Neil Con tess is the newly elected I.F .C. Executive Vice -President; Skip Dvornik is in the Student Government Senate; and Mike O'Donnell is on the Florida Blue Key Speakers Bureau. In service our chapter hopes to join the prestigious President's Club by raising $1,000 for our National Service Project-P.U.S.H. We hope to organize both campus and community support in our "Mile of Pennies" fund raising activity . Finally, we would like to congratulate the following graduating seniors: Tom Berens, Farrell Conlon, Frank de Ia Torre, Scott Herndon, Steve Meadows, Bob Noe, Mark Timmes, and Mike Willis. Their input for the last several years has been outstanding.
ALPHA ZETA Oregon State University Returning from summer break the members of Alpha Zeta Chapter were treated to the sight of a fresh paint job and new carpet in the entryway and living room . . The members quickly began the task of formal rushing. At the end of rush week, fifteen young men affiliated. Founders' Day observance coincided with Homecoming this year. A large alumni turnout was honored by the presence of National President Lonnie Strickland, T. J. Starker, and Bill Brennan, O.S .U. Assistant Dean of Students. In November members went to Eugene to help start the colonization of the Alpha Omega Chapter- University of Oregon. Alpha Omega has fifteen to twenty men working hard to form a new chapter . The annual pledges vs . members football game was played on a partially muddy field again this year. The members won 24 to 10. After that game, there was an alumni vs. house game. The fresh alumni beat the already tired house 6 to 0 . In keeping with policy , new officers have been elected this term : Archon, Bill Carter; Vice-Archon, Scott Steward; Treasurer, Tony Amort; Secretary, Mark Hochstatter; Warden, Greg Campbell; Historian, Doug Anderson; and Chaplain, John Wagner were elected along with other house positions . As the end of the term draws near, rush efforts have not lessened. Two men have recently affiliated.
Dr. Lonnie Strickland, Alabama, welcomes long-time great of Alpha Zeta Chapter, T. J. Starker during Oregon State Founders' Day observance.
ALPHA ETA Samford University Returning to Sam f ord from the summer, the brothers of Alpha Eta were immediately faced with their toughest job of the year since rush here begins the first week of school. The week of rush turned out most successfully for Pi Kappa Phi. Twenty men were pledged . The new associate members are advancing the chapter a great deal already and will do so even more in the future when the spirit of brotherhood is instilled in the group. Pi Kappa Phi plays an active role in campus activities . Several brothers have been elected to positions of leadership: Bryan Owens, S.G.A . President; Keith Robison, S.G .A . Senator; and Alan Sizemore, I.F .C . President. A new slate of officers has just been elected for the spring semester : Stephen Krotzer, Archon; Alan Sizemore, Vice -Archon; Kent Bowers, Treasurer; Keith Robison, Secretary;
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Joe Bridges, Warden; Marcus Whitman, Historian; and David Carson, Chaplain . These men were elected for their spirit of hard work and dependability . The tasks and responsibilities of their offices will be undertaken faithfully. Intramural sports are of great importance to the brothers. After winning the intramural trophy last year that goal is being pursued once again this year and excellent progress is being made . A great deal of points were accumulated in footba ll, volleyball, and three on three basketball. Bob Crone won the tennis championship. A padded, full contact football game is planned with the Lambda Chi Alphas at nearby University of Monteva llo ~ The proceeds will go to charity and practices have begun to temper the brothers for the contest ahead . Every spring at Samford each of the various campus groups stage an elaborate choreographed musical show. This medley of acts is known as Step Sing and is the largest event on campus. It is a Homecoming in the spring and Pi Kappa Phi puts a great deal of emphasis on Step Sing. The brothers al)d associate members are now working together on this show, practicing late every night and constructing the stage props that will enhance the show. Alpha Eta is looking forward to this show and the rest of the semester. ~---
ALPHA THETA Michigan State
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Fall quarter at Alpha Th.eta was one of the most exciting terms in the chapter's recent past. We began this year with the needed replacement of the seco nd floor and stairwell carpeting . Also, enhancing the appearanca, of the exterior, a woodchip sidewalk was added along the front of the house. The Area IX Conclave was held at our chapter house this year anCI proved to be a big success . Pat Farley, trave ling secretary was on hand as well as Jeff Wrisley, Area Governor. David Lane, attorney for"!- Pi Kapp Properties flew in from Chicago to exp lain the function of that organization. Besides the staff on hand, seven chapters were represented with our newest chapter in the area-Epsilon Beta, Grand Valley State- receiving receiving their charter at the weekend long event . Homecoming this year was very successful. Even though M .S.U . didn't win the football game, over 80 returning alumni enjoyed a fine meal sponsored by the building corporation and served this year at the University Club on campus . To increase the number of contacts for rush, a winter mailing of over 1,400 names was put out by the associate members during activation weekend. Early results show that this term should prove even better than last for associate members. Some important dates to remember for winter term : our Fourth Annual Career Day will be February 2nd, Snow Ball will be February 16th, and Initiation Weekend will be February 29th to March 2nd. All alumni are welcome to attend .
ALPHA IOTA Auburn University Alpha Iota has continued its strive for higher achievement. Along with a fall pledge class of fifteen outstanding men, Alpha Iota attained scholastic success by moving up from twentyfourth to eighth on a scale of thirty fraternities. In addition, a Master Chapter was awarded to Alpha Iota at Supreme Chapter in Charleston . Congratulations go to our Rose, Miranda Cisco, who was second runner-up in the National Rose Contest. Alpha Iota has been involved in efforts to further enhance the appearance of our house. Shutters and an exterior coat of paint were added to give the front of the house a newer look . Also, the kitchen was paneled and painted. Furt~er addditions include a new stereo system and a"路dinner bell which were won by our spring pledge class in a campus -wide Miller can drive. Homecoming was the highlight of fall quarter. A number of alumni and parents attended and a great time was shared by every one. The Brotherhood would like to thank al l the alumni who attended. Under the direction of Brother Richard Healy, a Parents' Association was formed and their first meeting was held at Homecoming . Everyone enjoyed a fine brunch and, afterwards, an exce ll ent football game in which Auburn defeated Mississippi State 14 - 3 . On November 29, Founders' Day was observed honoring the founding of our fraternity . A banquet was held that night and Emmett Dendy, "Mr. Pi Kappa Phi," was the guest speaker. Upcoming events include an All -Star Intramural Basketball game, the national project, P.U .S.H., and Winter Formal to be held January 18 and 19.
ALPHAMU Penn State University Pi Kapp here at Penn State continues to excel in every aspect of Greek life . Our fall rush program produced six excellent young men soon to become brothers and our class this winter contains six pledges eager to become Pi Kapps. Currently our energies are being foc used on the upcoming Interfraternity Council Dance Marathon set for the weekend of February 2-3 . Last year we captured third place in the 48 hour f und raiser benefiting the Four Diamonds Fund. Former Archon Jim Krauss is chairman of the I.F .C. Dance Marathon Committee and many other brothers are serving on various committees. This year we will be working with the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, and we hope to do better than ever. The following weekend of February 7-8 we will round out an active winter term with our annual Ski Weekend held at Blue Knob Ski Resort. In sports our 1979 championship intramural swimmi ng team will be defending their title this season against strong competition . In the Delta Gamma Anchor Splash swimming event held earlier this term our swimmers had little trouble taking first place, and we are eagerly looking for another intramural championship again this year . We are also getting ready to lau nch our Spring Frisbee Festival to be held the weekend of May 3 -4 . Being the first year we have sponsored this fu nd raiser benefiting the U .S. Olympic Committee, we anticipate a large participation.
ALPHA OMICRON Iowa State University This year was one of Alpha Omicron's biggest as it was the 50th anniversary of its founding. Preparations were started the pre vious year in anticipation of a big turnout, as indeed there was. Eighty alumni and their families plus the men of Alpha Omicron and former house mothers and cooks brought the total to over 250. In preparing for the 50th the living room of the house was completely renovated, with some physical help from present members and a lot of financial help from the alumni. The woodwork was stripped of old paint, and given a new finish. Wall-to wall scu lptured shag carpet was installed. And, the living room was further enhanced with the addition of two new sofas, four tables and two lamps. These furnishings have completed half the living room as Alpha Omicron is in the process of trying to furnish the rest. 路 The 50th was l;leld at the,Gate Way Center in Ames. Following a good dinner, formal introductions were made. Past house mothers and cooks in attendance were Mother Mac, Mother Gardner, Mother Cowels and cook Mrs . Lee. Also in attendance were many of the charter members. Following the introductions, anyone who wanted was given the chance to say a few words; some said more. The 50th was also dedicated in honor of Henry Giese, as he made Pi Kappa Phi a reality in purchasing t he first chapter house. The original gavel was retired which, for the past 50 years, had kept order at the hands of many Pi Kappa Phi members. In finishing the evening a dance was held, pictures were taken, and a rousing rendition of the Iowa State fight song was played by a group of the I.S .U . band members . The next day, a brunch was held at the chapter house followed by a football game . Special thanks to Durward Owen, Wayne Moore, and Warren Madden for their assistance in making many of these things possible. Special thanks also to Dorthy Holdredge who is Alpha Omicron's present cook.
ALPHA RHO West Virginia University Greetings ya'll from Morgantown . After one year on the West Virginia campus, Alpha Rho has found itself highly respected among WVU's other Greeks . In late September the Chapter officially became a member of the I.F .C. and is now taking an active role in I.F .C. functions . The Brothers have participated in two very worthwhile community service projects this semester. First, we helped WVU's Blood Bank in keeping its life-blood flowing. In addition, we are helping a needy graduate student obtain funds for a thesis journey to Scotland . Our scho I year started with a successful retreat in the mountains of West Virginia, where the brothers plann ed the fall semester. A second retreat was held in mid-semester at a Holiday Inn in Uniontown, PA., at which time we eva luated what had been accomplished and what is yet to come. The Chapter was very supportive of the Mighty Mountaineer football team (5-6) this season . The Brothers attended en masse whil e six of the Brothers participated in one of the best college bands in the country, The Pride of West Virginia. During the "Backyard Brawl " with Pitt the Brothers met half a day ear ly at the Stadium to start the festivities .
On the sporting side of the Chapter, the ath letes were rather anemic. After our captain broke his hand in practice, it was all downhill for the flag football team. The Alpha Rho tennis team had a lot more success than the Gridders. After losing the first tennis match the team proceeded to win four straight matches to capture the White Fraternity crown . On December 7 there were five new addi tions to the Chapter. These men have partic ipated in everything from community services to intramurals. While ending the semester, Alpha Rho is hoping to have one of the highest G.P.A.'s among all of the fraternities on campus for the third straight semester. Last semester the chapter achieved close to a 3 .0 overall average, and this semester a higher one is expected . Alpha Rho will highlight the year with their P.U.S.H. project. Led by Chairman Steve Woodard, the Pi Kapps are well on their way toward reaching their goal. The Chapter is hoping to raise enough money to buy a P.U.S .H. unit for the Galen-Anderson Center in St. Mary's, West Virginia . Some of the planned P.U .S.H. events are car washes, raffles, a benefit dinner and topping off the year with a P.U .S.H.-A-Thon on April 12 where a wheelchair will be P.U .S.H.ed from St. Mary's to Morgantown to raise contributions.
ALPHA SIGMA University of Tennessee After attaining the Master Chapter Award at Supreme Chapter in August, Alpha Sigma dedicated itself to improving on its performance in the previous year . With this attitude set firm ly in place, the membership gave fall rush top priority . It became a total effort, and the results spoke for themselves : Alpha Sigma's was the largest pledge class in Pi Kappa Phi. Upon comp letion of the pledge period, the chapter's size had doubled . Along with substantial increases in numbers, the addition of the fall pledge class has given this chapter a new look . Involvement and willingness to work are ev ident once again. These new brothers have added a new dimension to Alpha Sigma Chapter. Furthermore, alumni involvement has been steadi ly increasing. Assistance during rush, ini tiation , and on other occasions during fall quarter has been invaluab le .. Generous contribu tions from many graduate members have also been greatly appreciated. Future involvement has apparent ly been assured ; during Homecom ing, 1979, Alpha Sigma's graduate members chartered an alumni chapter . Other areas also illustrate the strength of Alpha Sigma. The chapter was the number one general college fraternity at the University of Tennessee in grade-point-average during spring quarter, 1979. Emphasis on academic growth continues . The chapter's performance in intramural sports is vastly improved; the football and "tug-of-war" teams posted their best records in three years. Spirit is running high. Just as Alpha Sigma looks forward to the challenges of the future, it also takes pleasure in loo king back on its proud past . On January 24, 1981, the chapter will celebrate its 50th Anniversary; and as all the signs indicate, its 50th year will be one of its finest . Homecoming was once again the fall quarter highlight. The alumni turnout was great . Founders of Gamma Gamma Colony were present sharing their "war stories" of past days of associate members and act'ves with fellow alumnt and brothers . The entire weekend was meaningful and inspirational. The alumni proved experience prevails over youth in the Annual Alumni Bowl Classic . However, intramural season was a success after campi I i ng a record of B-2. Initiation of seven pledges was held on December 31 . Open House for the chapter hou se is slated for January 20. Again, thanks to the advisors and alumni for the chapter's new "HOME" .
ALPHA TAU Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute "Th e Castle" is currently in the top five academically and in the top ten in sports in relation to the other houses on campus, and our sixteen first semester pledges will assure our good standing in the future . Alumni events this semester were capped off with a very successfu l Founders' Day ce lebration at the house . Stuart Hicks, Director of Development for Pi Kappa Phi, was the speaker at the banquet which was attended by a number of our chapter's founding members. Of course, as our chapter approaches its fiftieth anniversary, plans are in the works for a big event in June of 1981 . Watch this column and future Alpha Taux-es for details. At the Founders' Day banquet Richard Murray, '52 , was awarded the Mr. Alpha Tau Award for 1979. Dick, a past president of our alumni housing corporation, has always been a very active alumnus and this summer attended the Pi Kappa Phi Properties' board meeting in Charleston during the Supreme Chapter. For the second time in as many years the API chapter will host the Areas I and II ski weekend conclave in early February. It should be the same ~reat time for both undergraduates and alumni that it was last year . Again, it will not be limited to just folks from our areas. If interested, contact the house or Area Governor Steve DePalma quickly! And, of course, Rally Day is coming up in early March. We all hope to see many alumni at both these great events I
ALPHA UPSILON Drexel University The Pi Kapps here at Alpha Upsilon Chapter have accomplished a great deal in the past year . We have done things both in the house and around campus which we feel are notable. On campus we excelled in leadership . Fifteen of our brothers held positions on Student Congress , which became known as Pi Kapp Congress. Two brothers, Tony Noce and Bob Matcovich, have been president of the Interfraternity Association, which consists of eleven other fraternities, enabling us to have quite a voice in the IFA actions and policies. Charlie Bordanaro is the editor of the yearbook. Our house had achievements in other areas also . Our annual Pi Kapp Show was a success and we raised over fifteen hundred dollars for charity . We also had a championship softball team, which placed eight players on the IFA all-star team. We have also done very good in the Greek Week events, taking third place out of twelve teams. This helped our rush a great deal, which showed in the nineteen initiates we got last year. The new brothers have added a lot of spirit to our already strong brotherhood. This summer we waterproofed the foundation on the house, replaced the downspouts and did the other work to help improve the condi tion of our house .
ALPHA PHI Illinois Institute of Technology Physical and mental stress are two of the biggest problems of college li fe, greatly relieved by good eating habits, regular exercise and plenty of rest . But college life is hectic and one can't always take good care of oneself. Alpha Phi Chapter ha~ relieved this problem by introducing a training program with the help of alumnus Ray Smith . An active member volunteered to be house trainer and he is avai lab le during all sports events with the necessary equipment for minor injuries and tape jobs . The other phase of the program provides for rub downs and massages on a regular basis. Massage techniques are easy to learn and apply . Receiving a massage is very relaxing. In one hour a good massage can revitalize muscles as well as a full night's sleep. We at Alpha Phi have had great success with this program and have had excellent
Alumnus Ray Smith, second from left, supervises Alpha Phi Chapter's training program.
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participation from the brothers and even some help from our little sisters. A massage can not replace regular exercise and other good habits to relieve stress but when time does not allow for these , a good massage can do a world of good .
ALPHA PSI Indiana University We at the Alpha Psi Ch~pter have kept up with our noble tradition ot"placing very high in our University's Homecoming events . This year we placed second in the overall competition . Also this fall saw our defending all-campus football championship team lose to the new all -campus team. With this repeated high showing in football we are presently ranked second overall in sports in our Cream Division. Several brothers here were able to keep up ties with the brothers -at the Alpha Sigma Chaptet at University of Tennessee, thanks again for the hospitality. The lovely ladies of Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority will be paired with us for the annual I.U : Sing in February . But without a doubt, we are looking forward to "The World's Greatest College Weekend," the Little 500 . This year it will take place on April 26, 1980. We the brother.; of the Alpha Psi Chapter openly and warmly extend an open invitation to all our brother.; across the nation to visit us during this fabulous weekend. Rose Ball 1979 was held December 7 for us and we congratulate Miss Donna Demonet of the Alpha Phi Sorority as the 1979 Alpha Psi Rose Queen . In closing we would like to thank George Shipp for his help . All of us here who attended the 75th Supreme Chapter proceedings would like to say "Hello" to all the brother.; that we had the honor of meeting in Charleston and a special "Hello" to Brother.; AI Brown, Phil Tappy and Fred Diulus.
BETA ALPHA New Jersey Institute of Technology Our chapter is on the upswing and with the combination of efforts from active undergraduate brothers and alumni, along with suggestions from an extremely helpful visit from staff member George Shipp, we are building unprecedented momentum. Beta Alpha Chapter is the defending champ in both bowling and basketball on campus . The bowling team was in first place all season, however, Pi Kappa Phi came from second place to defeat Sigma Pi in triple overtime by a score of 41-39. With 10 associate members this fall semester and only four graduating seniors, we hope to start next year with even more potential. Our housing facilities are constantly being improved with new modern replacements . Beta Alpha sent sixteen representatives to the 37th Supreme Chapter. We were honored to see our Steve DePalma awarded Area Governor of the Year. For the second consecutive year, NJIT's Pi KaPIJS won the attendance award at our area conclave, this time at API. Beta Alpha is presently working to become a big brother chapter to an enthusiastic group at Seton Hall . We look forward to burning our mortgage at this year's Founders' Day celebration. We hope to see many attending this; and, the Rose Ball which, also, will be an enjoyable evening. We welcome all the Brothers of Pi Kappa Phi to jojn us .
BETA BETA Florida Southern College Beta Beta Chapter has been working dil-
igently this semester to maintain, and to some extent improve, its high standards of excellence set by previous Pi Kapps . As part of our hard work, many successfully rewarding things have been accomp lished . Pi Kapp finish ed last semester with the highest academic standard for fraternities of our school. Brother Dick Longden was selected to Who's Who in American Universities. Chuck Vilushi s was awarded a scholarship for work study and the Agricultural Council . The brothers are also very much involved in other activities on campus. Among school organizations on our campus, many positions are filled by the brotherhood . Acting on the Supreme Court are Ed Wooten, Dick Longden and Bill Ross . Participating in thP. Men's Student Government Association are Chuck Vilushis, President; Don Jones and Jeff Larson. Serving the lntrafraternity Council are Lee Clemmer, Treasurer ; and Dave Sardinha. In sports, presently we are in first place in the intramural program's all-sports point total. Pi Kappa Phi finished fourth in volleyball and third in football, respectively. Several brothers were chosen for the All -Star teams in these particular sports. In volleyball, Ed Wooten, who happens to be the Intramural Director of our school, was chosen . Mike McClaskey, Bill Ross, and Ed Wooten were chosen for the football squad. This semester our main objective has been our rush program. We pledged only one associate member in the fall, Jack Bates. We are very optimistic about the spring rush season. As part of our social highlights this fall, we sponsored a three-on-three tournament for all freshmen. The tournament was well received by all the rushees. Also, the brothers invited 25 prospective rushees to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers football game on November 18. We were met, before the game, by the Pi Kapp Chapter of the University of Tampa for a pre-game cookout. This fall, our chapter has become involved in several service activities. Many brothers delivered telephone books throughout the Lakeland area. We, with the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, sponsored the annual Haunted House for UNICEF which made approximately $200. During this semester, our chapter added a new Alumni Advisor, Tom Kohl. Mr. Kohl resides in Lakeland and is an accountant. Many alumni from Beta Beta Chapter are living in the Lakeland area and have stopped by to lend their assistance in whatever way possible. One alumni of note, Mr. Robert Bruce, has stopped by this semester. Brother Bruce is one of the founding father.; of Beta Beta Chapter and currently has a daughter attending Florida Southern . Pi Kapp Phi will have many future events taking place as always. We are working on an open house and barbeque for alumni during Founders' Week. The date has been set for February 17, 1980. For any questions please contact Jeff Larson, Alumni and Public Re lations Director.
BETA DELTA Drake University Financial stability has been the foremost concern of the chapter, and the brotherhood's efforts in this area have met with great success . At the beginning of the semester, new policies were implemented in order to turn the finan cial condition of the house around. These policies include the drawing up of a budget which has been followed very closely. Also, the entire brotherhood has been made aware of the money the chapter has to spend as well as what it is spent on . Besides the new policies, strong action was taken to collect on past due accounts which brought our Accounts Receivable down to zero . With this money received, the brotherhood was able to pay
Member.; of Beta Beta Chapter at Florida Southern sponsored this Haunted House to benefit UNICEF.
off all accounts payable and now the house is in its best financial shape in many years. This semester, the brotherhood has made a strong effort to improve its alumni relations . A fine example of this effort paying off is with Ken Miller, our Chapter Advisor. Many brothers have been meeting with Ken and his ideas and suggestions have been instrumental in Beta Delta having a smooth semester. He has also placed his business office at the chapter's service for continued efforts in building a stronger rapport with the alumni . The fruits of this effort were displayed at initiation when the following alumni brothers attended : Bruce Paul , Jim Glick, Carey Cohen, Doug Hornbrook, Jay Howard, Jeff Pielot, Dave Burdick , Joe Parsons, Mard Chaplick, Don Panogrossi and Joe Serra . It was a pleasant visit for all the brothers. Community and university service is another area where Beta Delta has shown strength this semester. On Halloween night, the Pi Kapps raised over $150 for the Iowa Society for the Prevention of Blindness. The brothers, along with the Delta Gamma Sorority, went doorto-door passing out literature and asking for donations. On the chilly night of October 13, the brothers participated in a volleyball marathon held in downtown Des Moines for the U. S. Olympic Committee. In November, Beta Delta tried their hands at soliciting funds over the phone as they participated in the Drake Alumni Fund Telethon. Each year at Christmas the chi ldren from Tiny Tot Orphanage visit the house and receive small gifts, along with milk and cookies. Once again, this year's party was a hugh success. What will the future bring to Beta Delta? The brothers are looking forward to reaping the harvest of financial stability. The benefits will include new furniture and carpeting for the living room, a new furnace, increased social activity and a retreat next semester at beautiful Springbrook Park.
BETA EPSILON Univ. of Missouri- Columbia This year started out well for Beta Epsilon with the pledging of 23 men. We believe we have pledged many men who will soon be ready to step into leadership roles in the fraternity . With the arrival of this pledge class have come new ideas, also, which gives a bright look to the future of Pi Kappa Phi at Mizzou. Among the successes of Beta Epsilon Chapter this semester was a second place finish in the float competition for the homecoming parade . The design was done by one of the brothers, Chris Callahan, and took over 30 hours to complete for a contingent of brothers and Iittle sisters. Beta Epsilon greatly improved the appearance of our house with the purchase of some beautiful furniture . Once again this semester as a campus service Beta Epsilon white washed the giant "M" that appears on the north side of Faurot Field. Scott Friedman, who graduated a Phi Beta Kappa, was accepted into medical school . Toby Boschert is starter for Mizzou's soccer team and Tom Stevens is a Mizzou cheerleader. An initiation ceremony will be held in January for over 20 men. In late December our broomball team appeared before over 10,000 路 fans at the St . Louis Checkerdome. Our annual fund -raising soccer tournament, which was such a great success last year, will again be held this spring. Beta Epsilon greets all the brothers, especially alumni, and bids them welcome to visit at any time.
BETA KAPPA Georgia State University Beta Kappa has just celebrated its 25th anniversary, which was September 25 . The chapter recognized this occasion with a formal dinner. Alumni, including Don Perkins, Dennis Coole, and Angelo Harris, helped us in our celebration. In addition to recogn1zmg our own anniversary, Beta Kappa's celebration of Founders' Day was held on December 8 . The brothers held a formal party. During the party, time was taken to retire the chapter gavel. It has been in use since 1954. A case has been bought to protect the retired gavel, when not in use during rituals . "Feed the Children," our annual philanthropy, was a great success. Under the direction of Steve Foley, our drive collected over 9,000 cans of food tor needy families in Atlanta for Thanksgiving. Prior to Christmas, our chapter is planning to have a road block to collect money for Project P.U.S.H. Informal rush has been going very well with the addition of five men since formal rush ended in October. Beta Kappa took 4th place over-all in the 1979 Dean's Cup standings. The criterion on
which winning was based included scholastic achievement, athletic achievement, philanthropy success and membership improvement. The brothers of Beta Kappa would like to recognize two fine leaders in the chapter . John Knapp was elected Student Government President this year. More recently, William Pate was elected Incept President. Incept is G.S.U.'s nationally recognized orientation program.
BETA LAMBDA Tampa In early September we initiated five members into the brotherhood. Our chapter hosted a basketball game in which we closely lost to the Alumni Pi Kapps from the area. In late September ten young men were initiated . During the weekend of September 22 the chapter had the pleasure of meeting David Long, Field Secretary from the Administrative Office . We enjoyed his stay and learned much. His visit to neighboring University of South Florida may result in a new chapter. A few of the br'Othe!:S are attending U.S .F. next year, pending how things may work at the end of this year, and are interested in starting a new chapter. Our chapter hosted its first conclave. The conclave included chapters from Georgia and Florida . We also enjoyed the company of Nathan Hightower, Assistant Executive Director and Jesse Crimm, Area Governor. Both had much to say and much of the material discussed was very informative. The next weekend, the brothers pai.ri>ted the stadium wa ll for the school. It was in sad shape and the job was needed. Beta Lambda's Homecoming Run and Oktoberfest/Parents Weekend was held in late October. Our chapter sponsored the run which was a three-mile cross-country. The I.F . . (InterFraternity Council) sponsored an auction for the United Way . Our brothers contributed $550 to the cause. On November 18 our chapter and Miller-Lite Brewing Company sponsored a Tug-of-War Contest for the school. A bright, sunny day highlighted a great time by all present. Our team didn't make the finals but had a super day. The following day, the brothers got together with Beta Beta Chapter and went to the Tampa Bay/ New York Giants football game which was a sell out. Our intramural football team ended up 4-3. Following that was Golf- a super team of fou,r was put together ending up in first place.
BETAMU McNeese State University Beta Mu Chapter's annual Founders' Day was held Saturday, December 1, 1979, at the Downtowner Motor Inn, in Lake Charles. The Mysterious, Marvelous, Mel Metcalfe and wife Eleanor were the guest speakers. The theme of this year's event was "75 Years of Brotherhood." We at Beta Mu are saddened to report the passing of Associate Member Travis James Hamilton on November 9, 1979. On that same day, Beta Mu competed against ten other teams in a tug-a-war. Beta Mu took Second Place and dedicated the trophy to the memory of James . Beta Mu also took second place in the small division of the McNeese homecoming float competition . Rose Ball has been set for Saturday, Apri I 12, 1980. Plans are already being made and are underway for our 1980 Founders' Day . October 28, 1980, will mark the Silver Anniversary of the Beta ;.1u Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, the oldest existing chapter of Pi Kappa Phi in the state of Louisiana.
BETA UPSILON University of Virginia Seventeen new brothers were initiated into Beta Upsilon this fall . Our 510 Rugby Road House took on a new look as grass appeared on our lawn for the first time and a new parking lot graced the side of the house . Classes began and things were almost return ing to normal as rush began . Rugby Road was lacking its usual number of young bewildered first -year men as the fraternities feared a slow rush. But, due to the valiant efforts of Rush Chairman Jeff Harris, Bid Friday (not Saturday, as usual) turned out to be a great success as we got 22 new associate members. Our new associate members hail from as far as California, Florida, and upstate New York . Refrigerator rentals suffered a severe setback as we had to start business with a LARGE theft from a brother's apartment. We had a tough time collecting second checks in place of the stolen originals . If it was a lesson learned the hard way, we learned t ighter financial controls are needed for the future . We are now working with a business consultant with possible
PAGE 13 plans for incorporation. A big date in Beta Upsilon history is slated for next year. Plans are now being made for the 20th Anniversary Rose Ball in 1981. Many alumni have already expressed an interest to attend, but we need a more exact count as to attendance. Please write to the house immediately to tell us of your plans. A very sad moment occurred in Pi Kappa Phi this semester. On November 17, 1979 Brother Timothy Joseph Trouche died in his home town of Charleston, South Carolina. Tim was our friend and our brother, and he touched the lives of everyone who knew him. Although Tim is no longer with us physically, his spirit is still very much alive in us. We must keep Tim's spirit of life with us, for even though he was ih constant pain the last few months of his life, Tim embodied the full essence of life. Tim lived life to the fullest, and we must do the same .
Scholastic Average Award, and the All Sports Trophy . We recently came in third in intramural football and first in volleyball. Homecoming was also a big success. Our chapter had many of our alumni to visit us. We held an active vs. alumnus football game during hom ecomi ng which proved to be the highlight of the weekend. The game ended with the alumni winning in overtime. It was a rewarding experience for none is a loser in a game like that.
BETA PHI East Carolina University The Beta Phi Chapter started off the year on a high note with a weekend retreat conducted by Stuart Hicks, from the Admin istrative Office. During this retreat, the Beta Phi's evaluated goals for the upcoming semester. The week following the retreat, the brothers instituted a major clean-up, in preparation for fall rush, which entai led minor repairs, repainting the house and some minor landscaping. The Beta Phi Chapter has also been active in various fund raising activities this semester. The most beneficial of these activities was the Pi Kapp Annual Halloween Party open to the entire East Carolina University student body. Other fund raising activities with which the Beta Phi's have involved themselves are car washes, light bulb sales and fried chicken sales. On the sporting side of the Beta Phi Chapter, athletics have been impressive with the Beta Phi's earning top spots in each sport. The results are as follows: 2nd place, all-campus golf; 1st place, fraternity division track; 2nd place, fraternity division soccer; and 1st place, {15-1) bowling. Of al l the e;hapter activities, the initiation of new members is always the most exciting. This is also the case with the initiation of seven new members to the Beta Phi Chapter. Reflecting upon the semes~er, the Beta Phi 路chapter has had a very s~cc"essful one, though it also has a lot of goal搂 yet to reach.
BETA OMEGA East Tennessee State University Rush was a big success and is being carried on throughout the quarter. Our chapter initiated three new brothers into our fraternity in October. These three men have already done much to help the chapter and will make quality leaders for our chapter in the future . Many work projects have been accomp lish ed this quarter to raise money for Project P.U.S.H. Car washes and leaf raking have been most profitable. We have many ideas for fund raisers which will be initiated throughout the year. Social functions such as our annual Toga and Halloween parties have brought over many prospective associate members. Our Founders' Day party was the first weekend in December. This is something all the brothers looked forward to and have worked hard to get organized.
GAMMA ALPHA Livingston University We currently have 12 pledges with initiation beginning December 6. They are outstanding young men 1_1nd prove to be resourceful Pi Kapps. We recently had a road block for the cardiac care unit in the city hospital and our annual blood drive for the Red Cross. Our chapter also sup pi ies the turkey and Christmas trees for a nearby nursing home. We also held a drive for "Toys for Tots" and gave fruit baskets to welfare recipients during the holidays. At Awards' Day the Gamma Alpha Chapter won the Homer Award for the most outstanding organization on campus, the I FC Highest
monster pledge, who will be the largest player in intramurals. There was good news in intramurals this semester as Joe Lennartz carried away the trophy tor first place in the tennis tournament held in October.
GAMMA GAMMA Troy State Thanks to the efforts and dedication of our advisors- Or. Doug Hawkins, Dr. Don Hines, Benny Pinckard, and Dr. Brooks Thompson - ' Gamma Gamma Chapter returned home to Three Notch St. (Fraternity Row). Their hard work and assurance was the driving force that kept hopes high and gave us a home. The enthusiastic atmosphere we returned to fal l quarter was worth the wait. Though the house needed a little work, to say the least, it brought us even closer together . The family feeling is back with a place to call home .
GAMMAMU Belmont Abbey College (
Some of Gamma Alpha's campus leaders are (1. to r.) Brother Hiram Patrenos, Blue Key Honor Fraternity; Brother Joe Meharg, Cheerleader and Student Government Association; and Brother Sonny Williams, Interfraternity Council Secretary.
GAMMA BETA Old Dominion University Rush began in June with a ru~h seminar at the chapter house to lay down plans for the Fall Semester. All summer long our Archon, Joe Lennartz, was in constant contact with the Treasurer and Vice-Archon on the subject of rush. In August 700 letters were sent to incoming freshmen from Virginia to let them know about Pi Kappa Phi. Anoth!lr Gamma Beta project this fall was greater visibility on campus. This was partially accomplished by more brothers wearing t-shirts and the procurement of many eye-catching gold, blue, and white caps which can be seen almost every day. The chapter house had an unexpected visit by the Norfolk city electrical inspector. The result, unfortunately, was an order to have some major rewiring done . The big disappointment was the order to remove our large well-lighted sign on the south end of the house. Alumni Darrell Sproles spent many hours fixing up the sign early this semester so it would help light up the parking lot during rush parties. In late September Gamma Beta was fortunate enough to be only 150 miles from the chartering of Epsilon Gamma Chapter at Longwood College. The chapter, therefore, took the opportunity to send two representatives, Wayne Wilcox and J. C. Benzie, to attend and participate in the chartering of the new chapter. Good luck Epsilon Gamma, a great bunch. Project P.U.S.H. got a push from Gamma Beta this semester as the result of a party which raised nearly $60 for the cause. In other charity projects, John D' Altilio and Little Sister Ellen James participated in ODU's 5th Annual Dancea-then for MS, dancing for some 50 hours from November 2 through 4. In intramural sports, Gamma Beta faced another rough softball season going 1 for 7, however, the opposing teams will long remem ber Joe Lennartz's center fielding which ruined many a batting average. Jerry Taylor at catcher was a formidable object to overcome on the way to the plate. Pledge Kurt Ferrucci proved quite amp le at first base while Fish Carter continued his pitching expertise from last year. In flag football, Gamma Beta was led by Joe Lennartz, who was protected by a front line that would have fared well in the Battle of the Bulge. The season, however, was another one that left the chapter not worrying about where to put the trophy . Basketball starts in January when the spring semester begins and Gamma Beta looks strong. The chapter will soon release its secret weapon onto the courts, a 6 toot 7 inch
This y~ar the Gamma Mu Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi will plunge into the tenth year of its existence . Our chapter at Belmont, North Carolina, has achieved many goals this year that are befitting of such an anniversary. Led by Archon Daniel Garcia, our chapter claimed the highly coveted Greek Week Championship Trophy . The presentation of the trophy was a proud culmination to a week of intellectual and ath letic competition with the Abbey's other fraternities. Aside from the Greek Week victory, many other notable accomplishments are being achieved as we prepare to enter into our second decade . Our chapter house has seen many notable improvements ; and with the h路elp of Ms. Johnnie Fa ll s of the Bank of Belmont, we will continue our extensive renovation process .
GAMMANU LaGrange College During the first quarter of school our chapter held its bi-annual election of officials . During Rush we obtained 6 new pledges which will, hop efu lly, be an asset to the fraternity. Our chapter also takes pleasure in announcing the addition of a new faculty advisor, Mr. Ronnie McGaughey . Ronnie is the Assistant Professor of Business Administration . He has a masters degree in business administration with emphasis on management from the University of Mississippi . Gamma Nu Chapter also helped in the Annual Punt, Pass and Kick competition in LaGrange which was a big success. It was sponsored by Ford Motor Company. In intramural sports our chapter finished second in football in the final play-off game which was a close game. Our chapter would like to announce that 3 of the 6 Pi Kappa Phi brothers from our chapter on the LaGrange College Basketball Team are a big asset to the team .
GAMMA XI Georgia Southwestern Pi Kapps are in the running for the "William B. King Award", given to the most active fraternity on the Southwestern campus. We have gained points toward this award by participat ing in athletic activities, attending various school functions, and raising money for chari table causes. We have made it our goal to take home the "King Trophy" in the spring and to keep it for several years to come. Much of Fall Quarter has been spent on re cruiting new students, remodeling our house, and improving our relations with the college and alumni. We hope to devote more time to a variety of activities in the winter and have made many plans. We have begun plans for more ways to raise money for "Project P.U.S.H., perhaps through car washes or campus contests. We have already raised some funds through a concession stand at the recent "Plains Peanut Festival", but we hope to raise much more. We have also planned to have an extensive study program for our members with the cooperation of many of the teachers at GSC. The Pi Kapps are also planning a cookout for all our neigh bors to show our appreciation for their cooperation. We have already begun an extensive educational program for the new members that we asked to join us during rush and hope to have several new initiates soon .
GAMMA RHO Lande~;
Kenny Stapp, Gamma Alpha Chapter at Livingston, goes for six in the active vs alumnus football game.
Gamma Rho Chapter experienced a very successful rush in which twelve men were given associate member status . Several events were held in order to help the Associates raise funds for their initiation fee . Events included were,
wood cutting, raffles, dances, and the sale of aluminum. Before the year ended, nine new Brothers were initiated into the Fraternity. An acceptance dance was also held in order to welcome the new Brothers into the Fraternity. The dance was quite successful. Our $1500 band performed for only $4001 Pi Kappa Phi at Lander has also been involved in other areas of school activities . Gamma Rho has seven members actively involved in the Student Government Association, with Brother Steve Mundy acting as President. A blood drive is being sponsored by the S.G.A ., and the chapter plans to help. In intramurals Gamma Rho has not been very consistent. However, the Brothers have participated in all the events and have enjoyed the spirit and unity on the playing field. For the third year in a row Gamma Rho has won first prize in the "Really Great Miller Pick 'em Up" project sponsored by Miller Brewing Company . The contest runs from the beginning to the end of each sef'1cster. Different amounts of points are awarded for Miller cans and bo~ 颅 tles . There is a pick up each week in which the points are totaled up, and the first organization to reach 30,000 points is awarded first pri ze, $500.00. This money really looks good in th e budget at the beginning of the following semester. Several Alumni Brothers have obtained new jobs or opened up new businesses . Bernie Pan none is now assistant manager for Riches De partment Store in Atlanta, Georgia; Cooper Bryan is living in Spartanburg, SC where he is an insurance adjuster; Joel Turner is working with the Admissions Office at Lander College; and Tommy Edmunds now owns his own restaurant here in Greenwood called the "Western Rendezvous" . The Gamma Rho Chapter would like to ex tend a special thanks to Steve Bailey and Davis Timmerman for their outstanding work as Housing Corporation Managers. The new Housing Corporation Manager is Alumnus John McGee. John is also involved in community affairs in that he is a member of the City Coun cil here in Greenwood . Gamma Rho also has a new Chapter Advisor, Alumnus Steve Salter.
GAMMA SIGMA Armstrong State Our new fraternity house has turned out to bE one of the biggest adhesion factors in the fra ternity. Brothers and Alumni can readily agree that our house is the best of the Greek on the ASC Campus, and we are going to keep it that way . Fall quarter 1979 appears to be one of the best recruiting quarters for Gamma Sigma Chapter. Early planning and organization have been instrumental in a successful rush .
GAMMA UPSILON Oklahoma State Gamma Upsilon is proud to say that it has had one of the finest years since its co lon ization . Headlining Gamma Upsilon's success is rush. Rushed were seventeen new associates. The house has had many successful func tions with sororities on campus, the most successful of which was O.S.U . Homecoming. Also, Gamma Upsilon has strived to establish itself about the city of Stillwater. Gamma Upsilon has participated in service projects such as landscaping land for Stillwater residents, sere nading eld erly residents during the Christmas Season, and raising funds to support the Okla homa State Athletic Association . Alumni have expressed a sincere interest in the house. It is these contributions of the alumni and of the fall associate class that have enabled the chapter to complete many needed repairs to the house . Gamma Upsilon attributes most of its success to rush and is willing to share some of the ideas which are responsible for such a successful one. One idea was to split the house into rush teams and create a contest in which the teams try to score points by bringing rushees over for dinner, social functions, and others activities. The team that scored the most points ate steak while the others ate beans . Also, the numerous rush parties which the house put on are responsible for the success of Gamma Upsilon.
GAMMA PSI Augusta College We at Gamma Psi Chapter continue to support community proje-cts . We recently spon sored two blood drives at Augusta College. The second drive was the bigger success, producing in excess of one hundred donors in on e day . This was a record -breaker for th e Augusta area . We received television coverage and have offi cially annou~ed regu lar plans for one blood drive each quarte c at Augusta College . We are proud to announce our Chapter re cently initiated Augusta Mayor "Pop " N ewman as an alumni member of Pi Kappa Phi Frater-
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nity. WELCOME MAYOR NEWMAN II Gamma Psi has diligently been working on fund raising events which have allowed us to forward several hundred dollars to the National Office for Project P .U.S .H . We sponsored a concert on October 13 which drew a crowd of three hundred fifty and a magic show which sold over four hundred tickets. The magic show featured five local magicians who donated their time and talents in support of Project P.U.S.H. This turned out to be one of the biggest shows of its kind in the Southeast . Preparations are now in the making for similar fund-raising events which we hope to finalize all details on shortly.
GAMMA OMEGA University of Montevallo We at Gamma Omega have had a very successful fall. We collected almost $2,500 in fund raising projects. We also collected over 350 canned goods which were donated for the relief of the victims of Hurricane Frederick. In rush, we were able to pledge twelve fine men. This was the first time ever that freshmen were eligible for first semester rush. This is something we have been pushing for quite some time and we feel this should help • us in the years to come. In sports, Gamma Omega kept its string intact of never having a losing season in any sport since becoming a chapter. This year's football team finished a strong third and the volleyball team took home the championship. This year's Founders' Day was an extra special event for us and one which none of us will ever forget. To help us celebrate we were priviledged to have our National President, Lonnie Strickland as guest speaker. Also present were Howard Leake, Past National President and former Mr. Pi Kappa Phi; and Joe Sewell, former Mr. Pi Kappa Phi and Baseball Hall of Farner; and Emmett Dendy, Mr. Pi Kappa Phi of 1979. Gamma Omega would like to thank these fine men for their time and for making our 75th Anniversary celebration the best Founders' Day in our chapter's history.
DELTA BETA North Georgia College Many activities have been planned along with many achievements which have been earned. New brothers were init1ated. This quarter brothers have earned scholastic awards, others have graduated and are about to begin new careers. Our main money making project for fall quarter was once again the Red Dog Saloon held during Gold Rush Days in Dahlonega, Georgia, on the 20th and 21st of October . For the seventh year brothers, assoc iate members, alumni, and little sisters put together the best show in town. Miss Dee Dee, Frankie and Johnny, Prickly l;leat and the Three Day Rash, and the Hoyle Brothers Blue Grass Band provided the musical enterta inment. Dance hall girls, drunken card sharks, gunfighters, and even an old time stripper added color, grins, and skin to our show. This show was so good that it was filmed and segments were shown by the WSB TV News Team from Atlanta. Around 2,000 people were able to see the show which earned Delta Beta about $1,500 and an additional $370 for Project P.U.S.H. On the 16th of November Delta Beta held an Alumni and Brothers Dance at the Gainesville Civic Center in Gainesville, Georgia. The band " Snatch" provided the musical entertainment. A score of alumni brothers came back to attend, and they provided many good stories and old memories about the earlier days of Delta Beta. November 27th marked our fall initiation of 6 pledges into the brotherhood here at Delta Beta. These six new brothers bring Delta Beta's total initiation to 220 and an active membership to 40. We held our annual Founders' Day Banquet on November 30th at Duff's Restaurant in Gainesville, Ga. The "all you could eat for five bucks" provided a good "belly stretcher" for the brothers. The history of our fraternity was read aloud and a few of our alumni spoke about what Pi Kappa Phi has meant to them.
FOUNDERS' DAY Emmett Dendy (left). 1979 Mr. Pi Kappa Phi, was presented a plaque by Gamma Omega Chapter Advisor Dr. Jim Beal at the chapter's December 10 Founders' Day banquet. The plaque was ex tended to Dendy and the University of Alabama Pi Kappa Phi Omicron Club for contributing to the purchase of the Gamma Omega house at the University of Montevallo. The banquet speaker was National President Dr. Lonnie Strickland. Howard Leake, 1971 Mr. Pi Kappa Phi, and Joe Sewell, a Pi Kapp and Baseball Hall of Farner, were also guests. The gathering was attended by 75 undergraduate and alumni brothers, including 11 of the chapter's charter members. Gamma Omega's first initiate, Paul Barton, and Archon Wayne Jones presided at the banquet.
DELTA ALPHA Virginia Tech The brotherhood of the Delta Alpha Chapter has taken added initiative this fall in the planning and conducting of community service projects. This fall's pledge class collected cans of food for the poor. In the planning stage is our participation in the Virginia Wheelchair PUSHATHON for Project P.U.S.H . A large group of Pi Kapps plan to take part in the Virginia Tech Dance Marathon for Muscular Dystrophy. The chapter is also proud to announce that Bill Combs (Beta Omega) has taken over as the Chapter Advisor and Dr. George Flick (Gamma Iota) is our new Faculty Advisor . These two positions were vacated by Terry Rakes who is now an Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina . This fall quarter has seen increased participation by alumni. They have been attending football games in numbers and their much needed donations have helped out immensely. We plan to keep up this interest by mviting the alumni to the Rush Combo and Retreat that will be held this winter. The alumni are also receiving a newsletter at the beginning of each quarter to keep them informed .
The brothers of Delta Beta have received several awards in the last few months. At this year's Supreme Chapter Delta Beta was once again awarded as one of the Master Chapters . On campus Delta Beta received the highest organizational GPA of any fraternity at North Georgia College. Some of the individual awards that our brothers have earned include the Army ROTC Distinguished Military Student Award. The four brothers who received this award were Victor Irvin, John Barnes, William Sanders, and George Hodge. These brothers, along with 13 other recipients from NGC were honored at North Georgia's Annual OMS Review (North Georgia is a Military College) and received their awards from our military department. To qualify for this award and honor, these Delta Beta Raiders had to place in the top third of their military class and in the top half of their academic class overall . Continuing with th e military aspects in which our brothers are involved, 4 Pi Kapps from Delta Beta will be commissioned in the U.S. Army as Second (Boot) Lieutenants on the 10th of December. We wish the best to Brothers Michael DiPatri, Andrew Willis , Mi chael Barto, and George Hodge as they begin their new careers in the Army . A new legacy was born to Pi Kappa Phi on the 27th of November . Brother Russell and
Little Sister Joweta Youngblood had a son, Matthew Erwin, and we are sure that he will make a great asset to Pi Kapp someday . (We're going to see if we can sign him up for rush next quarter.) We are planning to have the biggest, best rush ever on the NGC campus next quarter. Also, we are planning to have a jam up Rose Ball for this spring. Finally, plans have already been laid for the 10th Anniversary of Delta Beta for 1981 .
DELTA GAMMA University of Nebraska - Omaha
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Delta Gamma Chapter was reactivated on the campus of the University of Nebraska at Omaha in the spring of 1979. The first initiation was held August 7, 1979 with the help of local alumni. The chapter has thirteen active members and nine pledge members who will be initi ated in December. In athletics the chapter intramural team took fourth place in football among seven fra ternities. The winter basketball season looks promising. The chapter has been quite active in community service. The majority of the men give blood regularly to the Americ an Red Cross. We have collected money for the United Way Foundation, worked as monsters during Hallo ween for the March of Dimes Association, and sold honey to raise money for the Omaha Jay cee's Honey Sunday to aid retarded citizens . Delta Gamma Chapter is currently in the process of organizing a "Casino Night" for the benefit of Project P.U.S .H.
DELTA DELTA Northeast Missouri State The brothers of Delta Delta Chapter are very proud to have received the Master Chapter Award and the Houser Award that our five delegates brought back from the Supreme Chapter in Charleston . A major area of growth for the chapter is membership. This semester we had 18 associate members, the largest group in the history of our chapter and the 3rd largest among the fraternities on campus. From this group we in itiated 15 good men. This semester the chapter has become more involved in campus activities. In addition to winning a trophy for our homecoming float, we presented the school with a mascot costume. A newly initiated brother now wears the costume and performs with the cheerleaders at intercollegiate sporting events. Charlie Head and Terry Metcalf participated in the local dance marathon for muscular dystrophy . David Crocket Ewigman was accepted into the Blue Key National Honor Fraternity, and John Andrews ran for fresh man representative on the student council and in another election became a Regionar Chief in The Order of The Arrow, Boy Scouts of America . The chapter has undertaken several work projects this semester. Early in September a joint effort between the alumni and actives of the chapter put a new roof on the house . To earn money for the chapter, the broth ers assembled hog feeders for a local business and showed a movie on campus. A current project is the razing of an old house for a farmer. Another was a service project that involved the chapter in a city -wide cleanup. Our relations with other chapters improved as we hosted the Archon from the chapter at Sacramento State University on his way back from the Supreme Chapter, and more recently, the brothers from Alpha Omicron Chapter at Ames, Iowa. For our own part this semester, our associate members arranged a pledge skip to Beta Epsilon Chapter in Columbia, Missouri, that coincided with the Mizzou Oklahoma State game. As this semester draws to a close the chapter is working to prepare for the coming one. Plans are being laid for a chapter rap session and policy meeting. We are looking forward to a good start on a good semester.
Tech University . Barry Averitt, an alumnus of Delta Epsilon, received a Fellowship grant from the University of Florida. In the school athletic department, Brother Randy Ragsdale is second to none . Randy is a starter for the Jacksonville State University varsity football team and was named N.C.A . A. Division II All American. Two brothers of Delta Epsilon have worked hard this fall to make Pi Kappa Phi stand above other campus fraternities in the field of community service. Wes Clark and Joey T ice have made outstanding efforts in organizing road blocks for Cerebral Palsy and the Heart Fund. Pi Kappa Phi collected over $365 for Cerebral Palsy and over $385 for the Heart Fund . Delta Epsilon's community service efforts did not end with two roadblocks. Brother Ken Horton organized a Halloween Party for the underprivileged children of Jacksonvill e. Ken made the necessary arrangements with the children's parents and set up the night's activities. The kids enjoyed Halloween games, listened to a mystic fortune teller, saw spooky skits presented by the brothers, sang traditional Hal loween songs and were later taken trick or treating. This was not only a night of fun for the children, but one for the brothers of Delta Epsilon as well. The chapter has put forth physical efforts toward community service by ~aintaining the Jacksonville Town Square . Our brothers clean the Square of trash and other debris as well as plant flowers to add a special touch. Delta Epsilon offered its se~ces-for campus oriented activities by helping the administration with freshman orientation. The brothers toured the freshman students around campus and answered questions from the anxious newcomers. The chapter felt this vo luntary service not only benefited our university, but the fraternity as well in fall rush I ·~ At present, Delta Epsilon is working toward the President's Plaque Award. The chapter's relationship with the alumni has vastly improved over the past year and we hope to keep improving it in the future. This is due to the fact Del ta Epsilon has kept the alumni better informed of chapter events an'd chapter news . The chapter is sending the alumni a calendar of scheduled events and informative letters complementing the schedule. The calendar has had tremendous resu lts this fall I Alumni participation in chapter events has been super! During homecoming this fall at J.S .U ., over 20% of our Delta Epsilon alumni from all across the nation returned to join us in the campus and fraternity homecoming festivities. Over 33% of our alumni returned to J.S.U . for Alumni-Founders' Day along with many of Delta Epsilon's charter members . The seventh Annual Alumni -Brothers football game was held that afternoon. The oversized · alumni proved to be too much for the brothers as they won in overtime 20-14. Mr. McSpadden and several of the chapter members were guest speakers at the bahquet . The speakers re vealed to the audience the trials and tribulations of the early Delta Epsilon Chapter. This was a truly rewarding experience for brothers, alumni and associate members. The brothers pledged $1,500 to the Alumni Housing Corporation and challenged the alumni to match our pledge. With great confidence, the active chapter and alumni feel both pledges can be fulfilled. The chapter feels it has made effective new innovations in our pledge education to help increase the number of initiated brothers. The chapter's pledge warden, Brother Andy Arnold, has set up study halls for our associate members and a brother to help them in his special fie ld of study. Ronnie Runyan is Pledge Academic Advisor . Ronnie checks the associate members' test grades (with their permission), with each instructor and makes appropriate appointments for the associate member to meet a brother "study buddy" if the associate member is failing a course. Delta Epsilon's Rose Ball this year should be the best ever. The Rose Ball will be held January 18, 1980, at the Grand Ole Opry Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee .
DELTA EPSILON Jacksonville State University
DELTA ZETA Appalachian State University
Our chapter's success this year can be traced to the first executive council meeting this past summer. At this meeting, goals and objectives were set for the chapter as well as the techniques to accomplish them . The executive retreat .was held in September and the goals and objectives were again reviewed. The officers and members both agree the meetings were successful due to the fact that 90 % of our goals were accomplished. Delta Epsilon is especially proud of our faculty advisor Mr. Clyde McSpadden . Mr. McSpadden has received various fraternal honors in the past and is current recipient of the Merit Citation Award . Brother Ronnie Runyan, Lamp Key Recipient for the 1978-79 school year, has re ceived a Graduate Assistantship at Georgia
A large rush week was planned for recruitment this semester yielding Delta Zeta seven associate members. A large state-wide P.U .S.H. project is also being planned . We are still searching for a new chapter house.
DELTA ETA Morehead State University The chapter has moved into a new house . Our house is located directly across the street from campus and three of our brothers live there. Unfortunately, we got only two new members this semester but we are realistically planning for a minimurn of 15 new members
PAGE 15 next semester. We have already elected our new officers for next semester and we're setting plans for our growth next semester. We're preparing now for our annual Foun ders' Day Banquet and celebration . Our newly elected officers are also finalizing plans for next semester in an effort to improve our chapter.
DELTA LAMBDA UNC-Charlotte This semester began during the summer when the new executive council met several times to discuss and plan the goals for fall. We used a variety of places for our rush func tions which produced a fine fall pledge class which was initiated in early December. A late spring pledge class was initiated in late October. A lso in October a pig roast was he ld in honor of our chapter's alumni . Through a public relations campaign and by helping sponsor, with the school, the Halloween Carnival, Delta Lambda has made itself well known on campus. Money collected from the carnival was donated to P.U.S.H . Speaking of P.U .S.H ., the Pi Kapp holding the child on the poster is Jeff Faggart , who was our Archon this semester. Pi Kapps active on campus include Dave McMahon who is Vice President of I.F .C., Tim Moser who is on the golf team, ard Lee Kiser and Todd Pickering who are on the soccer team . Founders' Day was marked by the attend ance of many alumni and a special birthday cake to mark 75 years of Pi Kappa Phi. Guest speaker was Charlotte Mayor Eddie Knox, uncle of Brother Gary Knox .
DELTA XI University of North Alabama As the semester began the chapter was noti fied that it has attained the second highest grade point average among the nine frater nities at UNA during the previous semester. Hence, the trophy for most improved G.P .A . is now in the "Pi Kapp Room ." A summer of planning by the executive council proved worthwhile as 14 men were pledged during semester-opening Barn Bust rush parties . In September, the total number of initiates of Delta Xi reached 75 as four members were initiated. As usual , several members of Delta Xi hold noteworthy positions at UNA, including Student Government Senators Larry Guess, Danny Collier and . Carl Williams . Williams is a_lso lnterfraJernity Council Treasurer and Vice President of the Young Democrats. Roger Felkins is IFC Secretary . For the second straight year, David Drissel has been selected for Who's Who . Drissel is Associate Editor of the UNA newspaper, THE FLOR -ALA, and is President of Omicron Delta Kappa leadership organization, plus he is Vice President of the Political Science Club. Sam Hendrix and Kerry Grissett were freshman orientation counselors in UNA's well -k nown "SOAR" program last summer. Hendrix, who is Sports Editor of THE FLOR-ALA, is also Vice Pres ident of the Spanish Club . Delta Xi Chapter welcomed alumni at various times during the fall semester, including our rush parties, homecoming banquet and Founders' Day dinner . Delta Xi members worked with North Alabama Boy Scout directors in establishing scout troups . Pi Kapps also participated in a dance marathon to raise money for the American Cancer Society during Greek Week in November .
DELTA OMICRON Nicholls State University Delta Omicron Chapter kicked off the fall semester of 1979 !:JY painting the fraternity house. In addition to painting, the house is being re-roofed . The chapter had a retreat in Biloxi which was beneficial and was enjoyed by all the brothers. Another retreat is being planned for the brothers and associate members in the near future. When Hurricane Frederick put Thibodaux in its path, the brothers invited friends to the house for a "Hurricane Party" which helped to relieve the tension that night and for a good part of the next day. The brothers of Delta Omicron also partic ipated in the Red Cross blood drive. Our chapter has made the fall semester of 1979 an active one, and hopes to make the spring semester of 1980 even more successful.
have eight new associate members . As we each will do our fair share, our "Plus Five" goal will be exceeded . For our National Project P.U.S.H ., we have been raising funds by selling N .F .L. Football Pools. During March of 1980 we plan to hold a "Monte Carlo Night" for such money and surely, there will be fund raisers held all winter and spring quarters . We intend to do our part so P.U.S.H . grows and exceeds the success that Pi Kapps have only dreamed about. The Chapter is working with the University to get a house built on campus. In an offer to all fraternities, the University will build and then lease it back to us for a long term basis. We are hoping to have ground broken within a year . The brothers are still "psyched" about Supreme Chapter where we received the honor of Master Chapter and the President's Award for contributions to P.U .S.H. We hope to see many fami liar faces this summer at Pi Kapp College. Athletically, the Delta Pi football team enjoyed an undefeated season. Maybe a good reason for this fact is that six Delta Pi brothers are on the University Rugby teaml Recreation basketball begms soon and the brothers will be ready! On December 2nd, we celebrated Founders' Day. A receptiqn was held where we savored much good champaign, wine and excellent lasanga with a cherry cheesecake for desert. I am sure our founders would have been pleased.
DELTA RHO University of Southern California In a year in which fewer men were pledging fraternities, Pi Kappa Phi increased its number of men pledged over last fall by 33 %. Our 16 associate members for fall 1979 are a very diverse group whom we expect to become an important part of our chapter's future . The pledge class fund raisers have included a "James Bond Night" and T-shirt sales. Buttons were also sold for the football game against crosstown rival UCLA . Money raised by the fall 1979 associate members will be used for their pledge project - renovation of the living room. At USC the twenty-nine fraternities are divided into "large houses" and "small houses" for sports competition . For the first year in its history, Delta Rho is competing in the large house division . Our Parents' Club has been very active. Last year over $600 was earned for furniture for the downstairs. Parents' Club events have included barbeques and Sunday afternoon luncheons . We can't thank our Parents' Club enough for their great support. A message to Omicron Chapter : On Septem ber 23, 1978, USC defeated Alabama on a nationally televised football game. A Iter several attempts via telephone and during Supreme Chapter to collect, we'd like to make a public request .. . WHERE IS OUR SKIN?
DELTA PHI Radford University The brothers of Delta Phi held their first annual retreat in November . The event was very educational and for most, very memorable. The chapter hopes to continue with some type of retreat in the years to come . In the fund raising area, the chapter has received the rights to sell all concession products at all of the athletic programs. Brother David Fink, Vice Archon, has organi zed the entire program for the brothers and little sisters. This should be a very successful proj ect. For the second year in a row, Delta Phi has offered the John D . Westberg Scholarship .
DELTA CHI Kansas State University Our chapter held true to our previous record at intramural sports, almost a perfect season . The biggest event this semester was the purchase of a new house. On October 14 Pi Kappa Phi Properties purchased the former Delta Chi house here on campus and on December 1 the , deal was closed . The major acti vities that we are involved in is the renovation of our new house. Once completed it will have the capacity to house 40 brothers and will provide us with a stable base for establishing our presence at K .S.U. Associate Brother Glenn Caby took first place in the All University Racquet Ball Tournament. Our special projects committee developed the unique idea of selling toast and rice before the showings of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" in the union on campus. Plans are being established for the starting of a new tradition. We plan to sponsor a kite flying contest in March. With the tough Kansas wind, it proves to be a promising event.
DELTA OMEGA Texas A & M University The new Delta Omega Chapter at Texas A&M University is pleased to announce the initiation of its first pledge class since its founding on April 13 of last yt!ar, We are working very closely with the Interfraternity Council in an effort to be recognized by the university . Recent participation in an All Greek United Way Fund Drive , which raised over $2,900, was a big step in gaining acceptance in the community and on the campus. Other community activities include visiting a local senior citizens home and caroling with a group of mentally handicapped children during the Christmas season.
EPSILON ALPHA Elon College We had one of the best rushes we have ever had with our associate member class numbering well above the campus average. We are also proud to say that our sweetheart, Miss Susan Connor, was the third runner-up for Elon Homecoming Queen out of a court of twenty. Randy Randolph, Epsilon Alpha's Warden, won the "Big Man on Campus" an event held each year by the Elon Chapter of Sigma Sigma Sigma Society. In the area of campus leadership and participation, Epsilon Alpha is well represented . John Reaves serves as Treasurer of the S.G. A ., alternate to the National Board of Directors of the United States Student Association , and Editor of the Intramural Newsletter. Jim Stephenson is the Attorney General of the S.G .A., Chairman of the S.G. A . Constitution al Committee, and President of Phi Alph a Theta History Honor Society . Bruce Piner is the President of the Elon College Chapter of the Music Educators National Conference . Tim Dallas is one of two student members on the College Charter Review Committee. Keith Ellis and Art McKinney are members of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, Chris DeFronzo is a member of the Elon track team, and Ken Shriver is on the Elon Soccer team. This fall we had a very good P.U.S.H . drive with our Grocery Giveaway and are now in the planning stage of having a Bluegrass Night at the Burlington Best Western in February.
ALPHA OMEGA ASSOCIATE CHAPTER University of Oregon
DELTA PI Wright State University We started the school year off with a bang by sponsoring the "Everything Goes" dance during the first weekend of school . This was the third year for the dance and it inflated the treas.ury somewhat! We are beginning our second initiation class of the school year and
This scholarship is presented to some deserving student each y ea r in the sum of $500. The scholarship was given in the honor of this very distinquished alumnus of Delta Phi. John was Delta Phi's first archon and one of the most devoted contributors to the chapter . Th e broth ers show their great appreciation to John by continuing this scholarship year after year. The chapter still remains one of the campus leaders in intramural sports. Brother Alan Osborne was chosen for the intramural all star football team. Delta Phi currently has 14 associate members and 27 active brothers . The brothers of Delta Phi Chapter wish to congratulate Linda George on her, election as National Rose Queen . The chapter thanks Linda for all the hard work and effort put into this honorable event.
Eddie Cassell, Radford, is pictured with a youngster from the Chips Big Brother Program. The chapter sponsored a picnic for the children earlier in the year.
Thanks to efforts led by Past National President, Jack W. Steward, Alpha Omega is back as a colony at the University of Oregon . With undergraduate help, Jed by Chris Little and Kevin Vorheis, Pi Kappa Phi was accepted by the University and the Interfraternity Council on November 7, 1979.
Plans are two-fold: securing housing and getting our name well publici zed. Publici zing Pi Kappa Phi will be done by getting involved in intramurals and community service projects. Our chapter has great diversity with everyone coming from different parts of the country, coming from as far as Texas and Hawaii and as close as Eugene and Roseburg, Oregon . Except for an upperclassman, everyone is a freshman living in a University of Oregon dormitory. Our name is already being spread throughout the community with Brother Kevin Vorheis being on the State Youth Committee for Muscular Dystrophy .
CLINCH VALLEY ASSOCIATE CHAPTER Clinch Valley College On October 27, 1979, the brothers of the Clinch Valley Associate Chapter co-sponsored the 1979 Fall Wise County Special Olympics with the Norton Jaycees. This event is put on to enable emotionally handicapped children to participate in athletic events in which they cannot normally compete against other children. The events include a softball throw, high jump, short and long distance running, and a relay race . The events were schedu led by sex as well as age with the brothers serving as starters, judges and servers for the lunch . Everyon e who competed received a ribbon for the event and the first place winners received a Jaycee Hal loween Co loring Book . At the end of the day everyone went home after having an exciting time, feeling very happy and satisfied. Recently Vincent T . Marshall was named to the 1979-80 Who's Who in American Uni versities and Colleges. He is currently the Vice Archon for the Clinch Valley Associate Chapter and his past activities include one year on the college basketball team and two years on the college baseball team . He is a senior from Virginia Beach, Virginia, and is majoring in Business and Public Administration . On November 17, 1979, a banquet and Faculty Open House were conducted in conjunction with the founding date of the local fraternity which preceeded the Clinch Valley Associate Chapter. The visitors included Bob Sage and David Anderson, both of Virginia Beach, Virginia, who intend to become alumni members of Pi Kappa Phi when the associate chapter charters. The local fraternity, which was called Tau Beta Chi by its founders, was formed in the fall of 1977 in order to provide a different choice to those who were unhappy with the existing Greek organi zation . Since that time it has continued to provide that choice as well as to provide services to the student body, the college and the surro unding community . It was for this reason that Pi Kappa Phi was chosen for affiliation . The brothers of the Clinch Valley Associate Chapter are proud to be a part of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and are anxious to extend ties beyond those already made with the chapters at East Tennessee State University, James Madison University and other chapters in the Virginia area.
U.C.A. ASSOCIATE University of Central Arkansas Our chapter had an exciting fall semester as we had our first rush as an on-campus fraternity . We pledged six men, about average for the fall semester. Spring rush is traditionally big, and we plan to double this number, at a minimum. Five of our members made the trip to Charleston . We enjoyed the week and met quite a number of people from other chapters . Several brothers went to Memphis on December 15 for the Founders' Day activities hosted by Gamma Delta . The spring semester looks as though it will be very busy with rush . We plan to hold our own Rose Ball this year and everyone is looking forward to it already. We also will have the 2nd Annual Pi Kapp Derby Day at the Oaklawn Jockey Club in Hot Springs, Arkansas, sometime when warm March w eather arrives. Congratulations must go to James Barker for being named to Who's Who Among American Students for the second year in a row .
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More children to benefit! Project P. U .S.H.; Play Units for the Severely Handicapped, contiues to grow both in scope and prestige. The third P.U.S.H. unit was completed and installed at the Murdock Center in Butner, North Carolina in January. This unit, although less complex than the first two, is believed to be very close to the final prototype which will allow for mass production in 1980. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity plans to construct four units in 1980. However, this will only be possible if the undergraduate chapters and alumni continue their financial support. Chapter pledges are up over last year, but the goal of 100% participation has not been achieved. The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation now accepts donations earmarked for P.U.S.H., allowing these donations to be tax deductible to the donor. For further information write the Administrative Office. The P.U.S.H. Com~it~ee, chaired by :Past National President Phil Tappy, is . concerned about the concentrated placement of PU.S.H. units in the North Carolina area. In 1980 placement locations will be considered in Alabama, Indiana, Michigan, Virginia, and West Virginia. The chapters and alumni in these states have contributed greatly to the P.U.S.H. project, justifying placements in their area when units are available. In the spring of this year Virginia and West Virginia will be conducting a statewide fund raiser known as PUSH-A-THON. This concept entails the pushing of a wheelchair from city to city obtaining pledges for money per mile pushed by each individual involved. If these projects are successful, it is hoped that all Pi Kapp Chapters will participate in a nationwide PUSH-A-THON in 1981.
Here a youth experiments with the P.U.S.H. unit at Great Oak Center in Maryland while being observed by a staff facilitator and educator.
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