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1985: Archon I Vice Archon Conferences a success!
1986: Archon I Vice Archon I Treasurer Conferences a success!
1987: Archon I Vice Archon I Treasurer I Warden Conferences a success!
Dr. Phillip Summers talks about chapter public relations to St. Louis AVATW attendees.
路 310 Pi Kappa Phi's from 89 Chapters benefitted from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation's Archon I Vice Archon I Treasurer I Warden Conferences held the second and third weekends of January. The inclusion of chapter Wardens to this year's mid-year leadership events, made possible through funding from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, brought attendance records to both the Charlotte and St. Louis conferences. First seen as a method of providing leadership training to chapters' top officers at mid-year, when many were being elected, the conference has evolved into an intense weekend of both personal and fraternity leadership learning. The first conference, held at the Holiday Inn-Woodlawn in Charlotte, North Carolina, January 9-11, was the most heavily attended. It brought 210 representatives from the East and Southeast into the hometown of the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office. The Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Staff then packed their bags and took their roadshow to the St. Louis Holiday InnRiverfront where 100 Pi Kapps from the rest of the country gathered. Many of Pi Kappa Phi's top speakers made themselves available for this year's conferences. Attendees at the Charlotte A VATW were able to share fraternity with National President David Jaffee, Past National President Phil Tappy and National Council Member-at-Large Jerry Brewer. In addition, former Pi Kappa Phi staff members Mike O'Donnell, Gary Leonard and David Vawter came back to present fraternity topics such as Rush, Finances and Ritual. Area Governors Art Quickenton, Ron De Valinger, and Jim Krucher were also in attendance as facilitators. 路 Near the Gateway Arch in St. Louis another broad slate of speakers brought their message to attendees. As they did in Charlotte, Mike O'Donnell and Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity member Ron Wilson motivated the Pi Kapps. A distinct pleasure to those in attendance was the presence of Pi Kappa Phi National Secretary, Philip Summers. Area Governor Mark Jacobs was
The large group session in Charlotte brought 21 0 Pi Kapps together in the "Queen City".
also in attendance. "I am confident that the quality of the speakers and facilitators had a large impact on the success of this year's A VATW conferences," said Glenn Dickson, Assistant Executive Director of Pi Kappa Phi. "What used to be a conference heavily dependent upon staff presenting topics, has grown into a very professional series of presentations that benefit those in attendance in both a fraternity operational and personal way." Jonathan Mailer of Lenoir-Rhyne College observed, 'The conference was a unique and informative experience," adding, 'The agenda, at frrst, appears too lengthy but it was clear that everyone wanted to stay longer. I go back to Epsilon Rho Chapter with a wealth of knowledge for my chapter brothers." Attendees in Charlotte were given an
Area Governor IV, Mark Jacobs in St. Louis.
opportunity to be part of the videotaping of Mike O'Donnell's "Principles of Recruiting." The two and one-half hour taped presentation of Pi Kappa Phi's top "Rush guru" was made possible through a grant from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation. (See story below) As expected the topic of risk management and legal liabilities were covered extensively in both Charlotte and St. Louis. Ron Krebs, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity's Insurance carrier and member of Pi Kappa Phi brought his message to attendees in St. Louis. Durward Owen, Executive Director, said, "I was surprised at the amount of insight and obvious thought that undergraduate members are of risk placing on the subject management. From the questions they were asking they are as concerned and frightened by the implications of this
Gary Leonard (right) speaks one-on-one following his session on chapter finances.
problem as their Chapter Advisors and Housing Corporation officers are." "We had more chapters present at this year's AVATW conferences than ever," said Dickson adding, 'The reputation of the conference as being a valuable experience is a factor in the growing popularity of the mid-year conference." While there are no present plans to further broaden the mid-year leadership conference the Pi Kappa Phi National Council and Administrative Staff continues to be attentive to ways to improve upon it them for the future. 'The inclusions over the past two years were direct responses to voids we were noticing in chapter prograrrrrning," said Owen, "When there is an identified area of weakness we will always respond with programming such as this."
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Pi Kappa Phi Rush Videotape Available A videotaped recruitment seminar will now be available for purchase from the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office. The two and one half hour video production of Pi Kappa Phi's foremost recruitment expert Michael L. O'Donnell was made possible through a grant from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation. Recorded January 10, 1987, at the Archon-Vice Archon-Treasurer-Warden Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, "Principles of Recruiting" with Michael L. O'Donnell should prove a valuable asset to any rush effort. O'Donnell, an Alpha Epsilon-University of Florida initiate, is a former Pi Kappa Phi Administrative staff member. As a resource person for Pi Kappa Phi, he has consistently motivated crowds of undergraduates at Pi Kapp Colleges and Archon-
The meeting room-turned studio for the recording of "Principles of Recruiting" with Michael O'Donnell at the Charlotte AVA TW Conference.
Vice Archon Conferences. He is presently a Business Consultant at the Center for Innovation and Business Development in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Chapters wishing to purchase a copy, or alumni association wishing to purchase
a copy for a chapter may do so by wntmg the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office at P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224. A check payable to the Pi Kawa Phi Fraternity for $36.50 will cover the costs of production and shipping.
age of 11.9%; 47% occasionally exercise; and 37% exercise regularly (3 or more times a week) .
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Pi Kappa Phi and Members' Lifestyles: A study funded by the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation By Dr. Perry Wayne Buffington
About the Author Dr. Perry Wayne Buffmgton, a past Pi Kappa Phi National Council member of two terms, and a member of Gamma Kappa chapter at Georgia Southern College, is now Vice-President of Research of American Wellness Systems, Inc. A noted psychologist, author, and speaker, he has discussed "stress survival" and the psychology of leadership at Pi Kappa Phi Leadership events for a munber of years.
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One way a fraternity's strength can be measured is by the health of its members. Although this sounds cliche, it's true and profoundly impacts the well-being of a fraternity. In other words, if bad habits, problem lifestyles, and negative attitudes arc prevalent, then the entire organization suffers. Based on this premise, Pi Kappa Phi chose to take an honest, straightforward look at its membership. A survey was commissioned; and, after the results were tabulated, the fmdings were striking but not surprising. In fact, what was found in Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity likely mirrors the state of the entire fraternity world. At its armual leadership school (held at Roanoke College in Virginia), Pi Kappa Phi's top students took a provocative, indepth look at the state of the fraternity and their own medical risks as well. At that time, over 300 of its leaders (mean age 20.9 years) representing 120+ chapters from all over the United States, completed a health risk and lifestyle questionnaire. The assessment, HEALTH PLUS, was developed by American Wellness Systems, an Atlanta based organization dedicated to corporate health. This computerized questionnaire provided a confidential eight-page report mailed directly to the participant. The survey assessed medical risk, reviewed lifestyle factors, provided educational information on remediative areas like nutrition and exercise, and served as a general needs assessment. Designed for future plarming, American Wellness also provided a group report (divulging neither names nor specific individual irtformation) summarizing the general health, lifestyle factors, and needs of members. The results presented here are part of that summary. As expected in most fraternities, sororities, and other organizations, no group is exempt from drug, alcohol, and other harmful lifestyle problems. What is unique is that Pi Kappa Phi chose to assess the pervasiveness of real and potential problems as a first step toward eliminating them. Although there were numerous issues addressed, the most striking fmdings concerned tobacco use, alcohol consumption, automobile safety, general fitness, and stress level.
Tobacco Use The following information relates to the use of tobacco within Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. Of those surveyed: 15.5% Smoke 7.1% Quit Smoking 77.7% Never Smoked
Of those who acknowledged smoking cigarettes: 39.1% Smoke 10 or less cigarettes a day 20.4% Smoke 11-20 cigarettes a day 13.0% Smoke 21-40 cigarettes a day 4.4% Smoke 41 or more cigarettes a day Of the total number of smokers, 47.8% stated that they would like to quit; 28.3% do not have any desire to stop; and 17.4% would like to cut down. Compared to national figures (courtesy of the National Center for Health Statistics), the use of tobacco within Pi Kappa Phi is below the expected norm. However, given the percentage of smokers within the sample the numbers of cigarettes consumed, this lifestyle area is a health problem for the members of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity.
One final point suggests strongly that Pi Kappa Phi's alcohol awareness program has limited effectiveness. To explain, 1% of Pi Kapps and 9% of national san1plc acknowledged they had quit drinking alcohol. The number of Pi Kapps preferring abstinence from alcohol is far below the number of people who have stopped drinking in the national sample. This point in particular, along with the facts presented above, argues strongly that more emphasis must be placed on alcohol awareness and prevention in both formal and infonnal formats. Although not as obviously life tlrrcatening as tobacco, alcohol, and drug usage, there were other tell-tale lifestyle fmdings which concern automobile safety, general fitness, and stress level.
Alcohol Consumption
Automobile Safety
A cursory inspection of the data gathered concerning alcohol consumption suggests that this is a problem of major importance within the fraternity. Approximately 86% of the fraternity participants
First, 71% of those Pi Kapps' tested acknowledged that they drive more than 10,000 miles per year. Although this may not directly imply a lifestyle problem, motor vehicle accidents are the major
Tobacco Use
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stated that they drink alcoholic beverages. This is higher than the 72.4% national statistic. Only 12% of the sample were non-drinkers, as opposed to 18.5% within the national sample. However, a general review of the percentages, reveal a greater problem: The average number of drinks consumed per day is high. To determine this percentage, the question asked, "How many alcoholic beverages (including beer and wine) do you consume per day?" The breakdown was as follows: 48.2% 1 Drink per day 46.6% 2-6 Drinks per day 2.4% 7-9 Drinks per day 1.2% 10+ Drinks per day Although the 46.6% figure is alarming, one reason for its elevation is the wording of the question. A better alternative would divide the interval, 2-6 drinks per day, into at least two parts. As a result of the wide interval, the 46.6% figure is inflated; however, even if the percentage were reduced by half, the potential danger from this finding is alarming and dangerous. Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity is consistent with the expected number of individuals nationally who have alcohol problems. It is expected that 5% of the U.S. population will be diagnosed alcoholic (statistic courtesy of the South Carolina Drug and Alcohol Commission). Relying solely on the admitted number of drinks per day, approximately 4% of the participants arc consuming 7+ drinks daily. This figure is remarkably close to the 5% expected of the population diagnosed as alcoholic.
1 Drink 2-6 7 or more per day Drinks Drinks per day per day
cause of death for people below the age of 35. To compound this problem, only 26% of those students assessed admitted to using their seatbelt 100% of the time.
"Pi Kappa Phi is commited to the fact that fraternities must develop those programs which will produce positive peer change within its membership."
General Fitness Another surprising finding concerned physical fitness. Approximately 38% of those Pi Kapps' completing a questionnaire were more than 10% above their ideal weight (as listed in the revised Metropolitan Weight Tables). Although the national comparison for overweight males over the age of 20 is 51% (Pi Kapp was 38%), it was surprising that a group of fraternity leaders, typically very cognizant of personal appearance, would test out with as great a percentage of overweight participants. A related fmding found that 10% of all participants were not involved in a physical exercise program; this is sightly less than the national aver-
As the number of everyday stressors are increasing, so are its effects on the college student. Based on the aggregate results of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity participants, 19% Unable to relax 20% Worry regularly 81% Regularly feel anxious 7% Stressed out No comparable national statistics were available; generally speaking, these figures are high, and could easily lead to other more severe problems. For instance, related to these findings was the fact that 9.5% of the participants tested had high blood pressure problems (as compared to approximately 13% in the national population).
"Simple awareness of the problem is insufficient to solving the problem." As a result of str~sors and other problems placed on ilie typical fraternity leaders, only 76% of them stated that they were "happy with thejr life at the present time." However, 96% of the participants requested additional information on how they can improve their lifestyle. Specific topical requests included: Topic - Percenta~e Stress 70.6% Fitness ·-:> 75.0% Money Management 62.9% Nutrition 57.8% Recreation and Leisure 50.7% Legal Information 31.7% Sex Education 22.6% Alcohol and Drug Awareness 20.6% Based on these -:> composite fmdings, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that several serious problem areas exist. An action plan is needed to resolve these problems and to reduce their negative impact. First, the fraternity must be willing to acknowledge the presence of these problems. Both alumni and undergraduates must take responsibility for their existence. This is essential not only for the healili, and well-being of our own members, but necessary to facilitate change and to encourage other Greek letter societies to take a look at their own membership. Second, specific action plans must be developed which define the problems in behavioral terms and offer techniques for remedying the problem. Simple awareness of the problem is insufficient to solving the problem. The solutions must be implemented at the undergraduate chapter level to have its fullest impact. Aliliough Pi Kappa Phi has made statements concerning hazing, sexual abuse and general alcohol awareness, intervention programs must be developed which target the specific areas indicated from this report. Third, sufficient funds must be committed toward remedying these problems. Although, in the past, funds have been committed to generate poster and simple awareness programs, this program will be costly and time intensive. Perhaps one way to approach each issue is to fmd individual sponsors. Finally, a method for monitoring the effectiveness of each program should be developed in order to determine individual health effectiveness and cost benefits. There is need and obvious merit in implementing a positive lifestyle awareness program targeting ilie fraternity student. Although the specifics will vary from fraternity to fraternity, Pi Kappa Phi could develop "Pi Kapp Plus" (Positive Lifestyle for Undergraduate Students) which would focus on understanding the impact of lifestyle on physical and mental health, relating lifestyle and the fraternity experience, and introducing specific educational intervention of problem areas like smoking cessation, alcohol awareness, stress education, and other. The concept of "wellness" and positive lifestyle management is not a new area; however, it is a relatively unexplored field concerning the fraternity and sorority student. There is no doubt that fraternity life, either positive or negative, exerts a strong peer influence on its members. As a result, Pi Kappa Phi is committed to the fact that fraternities must develop those programs which will produce positive peer change within its membership. After all, a healthy life is a Brotherhood issue.
The men of Zeta Gamma Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at the University of North Dakota at their chartering banquet
Next Stop: Canada! Pi Kappa Phi Charters at University of North Dakota Located about 30 miles south of Canada, 300 miles northwest of Minneapolis, and a full day's airplane excursion from Charlotte, North Carolina, lies the University of North Dakota. Pi Kappa Phi's Zeta Gamma chapter became the first successful new group at North Dakota in 18 years on November 22, 1986. The University was originally founded in 1883, and stands amid wheat fields by summer, and tundra by winter. It has grown over the past century to be the flagship of higher education for the state. The University ,serves more than 10,000 students, about 15 percent of whom are Greek. The University's most noteworthy subject area is aeronautics, with a large aviation research faculty having been established by several large airlines in conjunction with the FAA. The University is quite active in agricultural research, and also boasts a tradition of top honors in NCAA Division I ice hockey. In the spring of 1985, Pi Kappa Phi competed against 8 other national fraternities to gain the single Interfraternity Council approved expansion slot. Mike O'Donnell, National Expansion Committee member and past Administrative Office staff member, flew from his home in Virginia Beach, Virginia, to make Pi Kappa Phi's pitch. While in Grand Forks, he met Bruce Gjovig, who directs the North Dakota Center for Innovation and Small Business Development. As a result of that meeting Brother O'Donnell became interested in relocating to Grand Forks, and agreed to found a Pi Kapp colony at the outset of his North Dakota career. Gjovig, a Delta Tau Delta Housing Corporation Officer, helped our colony attract non Greek local business-
men, political figures, and professionals who have become the alumni advisory board and housing corporation for Zeta Gamma chapter. In early fall of 1985, Mike O'Donnell interviewed and selected a group of thirtyfive men to build a presence for Pi Kappa Phi in North Dakota. They built a strong foundation, but suffered setbacks along the way which served to build character for the young group. Early hopes were heavily pinned on major housing for the new group. When opportunies did not materialize, some members becams frustrated and disenchanted. From a letter to the chapter from O'Donnell, January 2, 1986: "Brothers?! This is a design.aJion that evokes respect and sentiment in a Fraternity. Our chapter is barely 3 months old, and although you are not yet initiated or recognized by National, I feel that most of you have earned the title. Most new chapters are started by an existing group of close friends, and with the support of rrumy local alumni. We did not have the benefit of either. I am discouraged and deeply concerned about some recent developments. We got off to a strong start, with big dreams for the future. We were lead to believe that the DZ house sould be available. That did not materialize. I'm sorry, we tried. Does that mean we give up? We established committees for Rush, Service, Chartering and other important events. The committees were relatively inactive because hardly anyone showed up for meetings. Several people have already quit or dropped by the wayside -- disinterested and unwilling to give a little extra to rngg_ it happen. To me, this is selfish and demonstrates a lack
of character. We didn't need them in our Fraternity to begin with and I sure as hell wouldn't be proud to call them brothers. I am writing this for the guys who care. For those of you who put in the effort this past semester. The end of the semester was hard. The pressures of finals, the disappointment of no house for next semester, the 路 apathetic attitudes of a few members -- all made tempers short and frustration set in. We've got to get good. Chartering is coming up soon. We have got to come back strong and I need to know who I can count on. I care too much, and the reputation of my Fraternity is on the line. I promise you this: Pi Kappa Phi will be the biggest and strongest Fraternity at UND. It may not be in your time, although some of you will be responsible for helping to make it happen. You will be proud to come back. And you will be honored when you do. I know you want the benefits and glory now, but truly successful people have the character and discipline to sacrifice a little now in order to benefit those to come. This is how all outstanding chapters got that way. I know it is hard for you to keep things in perspective, but realize that we are already in the top 5 of 14 fraternities and have rrumy good things going for us. As I see it, our priorities are as follows: Rush, Chartering, and Housing!" From that point the dedicated core of men set an April chartering date, and executed a phenomenally successful PUSH week, raising more than $2,000.00 for our national service project, and gained much local respect. Required membership goals could not be reached, however; and therefore, the brothers experienced another heartfelt setback as chartering was rescheduled for the fall of 1986. Over the summer, the "That's the Ticket" inner chapter newsletter helped summer rush stay organized, and kept the brothers in touch. After attending Pi Kapp College, the four top officers returned to Grand Forks. There they dug in with the rest of the Brotherhood, whipping their first chapter house into shape for fall rush. Scrounging for supplies, polishing, paint-
Auburn Breaks Ground on New Chapter House
"Building. for the next sixty years," is the theme for the drive to obtain funds to build a new chapter house on the Auburn campus for Alpha Iota chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. November 8, 1986, saw Alpha Iota alumni from across the country come together for the momentous occasion of groundbreaking at their homecoming cele-
bration. The date marked not only the groundbreaking, but also that of the chapter's Sixtieth Anniversary. The Alpha Iota Club, Inc., the chapter's housing corporation, is directing the fundraising efforts for the projected $300,000 structure. Those wishing to contact the Alpha Iota Club, Inc. to lend their support to the project should contact
Emsley F. Cobb, Fundraising Chairman, 28 Mooregate Square, NW, Atlanta, GA
30327. Alpha Iota's previous chapter house was razed for construction of a conference center by Auburn University. The chapter has resided in a temporary house at 530 Biggio Drive since the termination of their lease.
ing, and dedication transformed a neglected house into a prideful home. The UND associate chapter proceeded to command respect from the established Greek system by having the best fall rush on campus, with 21 associate members swelling their size above the chartering requirement. All other chartering requirements, letters of recommendation, written programs, grade reports, etc. were completed, and chartering was set for November 22, 1986. David Jaffee, National President, College of Charleston, Alpha chapter, served the Fraternity as Installation Officer; and a well deserving Chapter Advisor Mike O'Donnell was his Assistant Chartering Officer. The undergraduate men performed solidly on both the written and oral examinations for membership and were then duly initiated. The University of Nebraska - Omaha, Delta Gan1ma chapter, and Kansas State University, Delta Chi chapter performed the ceremony of initiation in a marathon ritual, which ended at 5:00 a.m., Saturday, November 22. To these men we owe thanks. The Chartering Banquet was excllmg and eventful. Many other Fraternity and Sorority Presidents attended as did most Founding Fathers' parents, as well as Bonnie Solberg, Greek Advisor. Also attending were alumni initiates Stenehjem and Holmberg, State Senators; Anbol, investment advisor and insurance executive; Monson, marketing executive; Leppo, University Union and student life leadership programs; and Larson, career services. After dinner, both University President Tom Clifford and Vice President of Student Affairs Gordon Henry welcomed Pi Kappa Phi to the University. National President David Jaffee served admirably as keynote speaker, and also presented the charter. Brad Emerson, chapter Archon, also Zeta Gamma's first "Brother of the Year", accepted the charter and made some emotionally charged remarks. Pi Kappa Phi's good friend Bruce Gjovig became Zeta Gamma's first "Hall of Fame" member. He continues to serve both the Greek movement and Pi Kappa Phi at Nonh Dakota with conviction. Finally, the chapter crowned Melissa Kline, President of Delta Gamma sorority, as its first Rose Queen. To conclude, Pi Kappa Phi has a strong and growing, motivated group of leaders in North Dakota. These men have dedicated themselves to Pi Kappa Phi, and have allowed our Fraternity an opportunity to grow in a previously unexplored area. In the words of hall of farner Bruce Gjovig, ''Thank you for bringing the opportunity and priviledge of Pi Kappa Phi to UND, so that over a 1000 young men will benefit in our lifetime alone." Editor's Footnote: Zeta Gamma chapter enjoyed the best second semester rush on campus, adding 13 associate members to their growing ranks!
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During the early part of the fall semester, the associate members raised $333.00 for PUSH, served as attendants at the campus non-alcoholic pub, and raked leaves for their neighboring church. The group finished the spring semester with the second highest GPA on campus with a 2.59. The chartering date was set for December 6, 1986, and the chapter worked diligently to complete the extensive chartering requirements. From colony to chapter in 9 months! Dean Dolbin, in his welcome address at the chartering banquet said, "I
have no doubt that Pi Kappa Phi will have a positive jnfluence upon the Shippensburg Community and it's members." He continues, "The men of Pi Kappa Phi speak for themselves. They display social awareness and will have a positive impact on society." Present at the chartering banquet on December 7, were many dignitaries from Shippensburg University, as well as alumni and family of the new initiates. Dean Dolbin represented the administration and Father Mike Allwein, the Campus Minister, said the benediction. The Charter-
ing Officer over the event was Area Governor Jim Krurcher, a Beta Alpha alumnus, along with the Assistant Chartering Officer Mike Imms, Chapter Advisor at Alpha Upsilon chapter, Drexel University. The chartering ¡ team was also from Alpha Upsilon Chapter, Drexel University; initiating all 40 men in one evening. A job well down by the brothers from Drexel University. Zeta Delta is unique in that James Ramsey, who is a Founding Father from Epsilon Psi, Slippery Rock, is also a Founding Father and Archon at Shippensburg. Because James has worked with two colonies, and has seen both chartered, he advised other colonies to , "... work hard because in the long run, your work will be well worth it. Pi Kappa Phi provides excellent opportunities and I have benefited greatly." Things are going well for the new Zeta Della chapter. The chapter advisor, Jeff Cohick, lends his financial expertise to the chapter, and the men have the complete support from the University. With all of this support, Zeta Delta can only grow stronger.
nity system. Pi Kappa Phi appeared on campus in the late fall of 1985, as Leadership Consultants Ashley Boling and Bernie Magoon came to George Mason University for an expansion survey. Boling remained and spoke with many individuals about Pi Kappa Phi. The response was positive, and an interest group of ten men was formed . "We owe Ashley so much," remarked Eric Lindenberg, Chapter Archon and initiate # 1. "He gave us a great deal of help and support." The spring semester saw steady growth and improvement for the group. The colony grew to nineteen men and became actively involved on campus and in the community with their efforts in "Mason Day", Greek Week, and helping out at a retirement home. In March, the chapter was visited by Leadership Consultant Rich Pope and organizational and recruitment topics were discussed. The chapter was heading in a positive direction at this
time, and sights turned toward a possible fall chartering. Late spring saw Ed Hook, Alpha Upsilon, Drexel, appointed as Chapter Advisor. Hook had previously been working with area alumni in forming the Washington, D.C. Area Alumni Association, and is known for his efforts in helping organize the 38th Supreme Chapter in Philadelphia. Instead of taking the summer months off, the Pi Kapps participated in fundraisers and recruitment retreats anticipating a productive fall semester. Efforts paid off as fourteen new men were recruited. At this time, the go ahead was given by the National Council for a December chartering. The colony spent the fall months meeting chartering requirements as well as conducting a major PUSH effort netting over $1,100.00 for our national service project. Alumni played a major role in the formation of Zeta Epsilon Chapter. It was the development of the Washington, D.C.
Alumni Association that brought the Northem Virginia area to the forefront of Pi Kappa Phi expansion possibilities. After the formation of the George Mason colony, many of these alumni became involved with the undergraduates, including Bill Newell and Ken Kelley, both from Psi Chapter at Cornell. Brother Kelley is currently the Associate Dean of Student Services at George Mason University and serves as the groups Faculty Advisor. On Friday, December 5th, initiation ceremonies were held for the group, and they were officially installed as the Zeta Epsilon chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. The chartering banquet was held at the prestigious "National Democratic Club" in downtown Washington, D.C. the following evening. Present were many distinguished area alumni, parents and guests. Highlights included a welcome to the University and the charter presentation by Ed Bennett, Chartering Officer.
Shippensburg University becomes horlle of Zeta Delta Chapter -
By: Joseph A. Brady Situated among the Amish communitics of South-Central Pennsylvania is the tree- lined campus of Shippensburg University. Just 30 miles from the Maryland border, and 54 miles from Harrisburg, PA, one can still sec a Pennsylvania-Dutch family traveling down the modem, paved roads. The community is now home to one of the newest chapters of Pi Kappa Phi, Zeta Delta chapter at Shippensburg University. Shippensburg University is a member of the extensive and established state universi ty system of Pennsylvania. With an pnrollmcnt of 6,500 students and very modem academic and athletic facilities, the university is presently home to 10 national fraternities and 8 sororities, 3 of which arc nationally afliliated.
Zeta Delta Chapter- the Beginning Shortly after being contacted in early March, 1986, by James Ramsey, a found ing father at Slippery Rock, the Administrative Office sent Leadership consultant Asl~ l r: Boling to Shippensburg Universi ty . .. ~amsey rcpo. .'. •'-,at a 62-man interest group had formetl, a:a d they wanted to be Pi Kapps. The Dean of Students, Dave Dolbin, recognized this desire in the group and was very impressed and very responsive to having Pi Kappa Phi on campus. After two days on campus, Pi Kappa Phi had already established itself as a strong force. Before Ashley left the campus on Tuesday, he fonnally pledged 37 men. The remaining six were pledged by Brother Ramsey, who was elected Archon of the associate chapter. Following an early April visit by leaders hip consul tant Richard Pope, the group was reported as progressing very well. By this time, the associate chapter had developed a healthy rapport with the sororities on campus, and the administration was willing to help them in any way possible. The associate chapter, under the direction of Brother Ramsey, set their sights on a December. 1986 chartering.
Zeta Epsilon Chartered at George Mason A year of hard work paid off as the associate chapter at George Mason University became a chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. On December 5, 1986, an eager group of twenty eight men were initiated as charter members of Zeta Epsilon, capping off what proved to be a productive semester for the one year old colony. National PUSH Chairman Ed Bennett, Xi Chapter, Roanoke College, was Chartering Officer, while Area Governor Glen Aspinwall, Garnrna Kappa, Georgia Southern, was the Assistant Chartering Officer. The millallon ceremony was performed by members of Delta Tau chapter, James Madison University. George Mason University is located in Fairfax, Virginia, roughly fifteen miles west of Washington, D.C. It is a predominantly commuter oriented school, with an enrollment of just over 17,000 students. The school dates its beginning in 1957, when the University of Virginia established a two year branch college in Northern Virginia. In 1966, George Mason College became a four year degree institution. With the addition of graduate programs in 1970, the college was able to achieve university status by 1972. George Mason's 582 acres contain very modem classrooms and dormitories set in a wooded surrounding. Pi Kappa Phi becomes the sixth national fraternity chartered at George Mason University, with two colonies and three interest groups also present in the frater-
Change comes to Alpha Upsilon By Robert ?~:.mag an, Alpha Upsilon Chapter The Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi has been a leader of fraternity life at Drexel University since its chartering 53 years ago. The chapter is the oldest house on campus, and its position is enhanced by the presence of a strong and active alumni chapter. Alpha Upsilon's status has been reinforced in the recent past by the winning of numerous athletic and Greek Week championships, and by maintaining close to one-hundred undergraduate members. For instance, in 1985-86, Alpha Upsilon was a Pi Kappa Phi Master Chapter, won the Drexel IFA Football Championship, and made the finals of the IFA Basketball and Softball Tournaments. The chapter also won Greek Week for a five year period from 1980 through 1984. By any objective criteria, Alpha Upsilon was a thriving chapter. It carne, therefore, as a complete surprise to many of the brothers when .Drexel University put the chapter on social' and athletic suspension and its charter was placed in escrow with the Alpha Upsilon Alumni Chapter in June of 1986. So, what happened? How could a chapter with so much going for it get in so much trouble? And, how did Alpha Upsilon handle the situation? The answers to questions one and two arc actually very simple. Fraternity and university life has experienced massive changes in the last decade. The stereotype of the fraternity man as irresponsible and thoughtless is dead. Chapters have been forced to accept complete responsibility for both their behavior and the actions of individual brothers, and universities are far more likely to intervene when chapters do not accept this responsibility. Changes like these, however, had not reached the Greek system at Drexel. Its large and active Greek system was in many ways an anachronism-living in the past and partying like nothing had really chang-
ed. So for years the fraternities on campus at Drexel had gone unchecked. In 1984, however, a new unlversity administration began to institute changes in the Greek system. The changes proposed by the university were designed to move the Drexel fraternities away from their preoccupation with large and frequently riotous social functions to a more balanced conception of Greek life. Initially these changes were met with great resistance by many of the houses on campus and by the Interfraternity Council. The university responded to the resistance first by persuasion, then by threats followed by mild sanctions, and fmally by drastic action.
"The Chapter has learned how to change and to improve its image by cooperating with people and by recognizing that influences outside the chapter could be used to the chapter's benefit." As a result of a series of small offenses, Pi Kappa Phi, the largest and most powerful house on campus, was placed on social and athletic suspension at the end of the spring quarter. At first, the brothers of Alpha Upsilon were angry and confused by the suspension, but very quickly they began to respond maturely and positively. The , chapter agreed that change was necessary, inevitable, and even desirable. The undergraduate Executive Committee met in early June with representatives of the Alumni Chapter, the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Oflicc, and Drexel University to formulate a set of goals for the chapter to achieve. Topics that were covered by these goals included: public relations, academic development, house development, leadership and morale, pledge and rush programs, chapter finances, and career development. the goals were then presented to the brothers of Alpha Upsilon and unanimously accepted.
At this stage Alpha Upsilon went into high gear and got to work on their chapter goals during the summer, the chapter assisted the March of Dimes Phon-a-Thon project and raised over $1000 to help wipe out birth defects. This event carne less than two months after the armual Pi Kapp Show, a talent show held on campus during which the chapter raised $1000 for PUSH and $4000 for the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. In July, the brothers sponsored speakers form the Woodside Hall Addiction and Treatment Center in Philadelphia for an open presentation on drug abuse in a residence hall lounge. The program dealt with marijuana, the deceiving primary stages of alcoholism, the gravity of pathological gambling, and the addictive properties of cocaine. Under the pressure of modem society, students can be engulfed in an addiction before they have a chance to seck help. The outdated stereotype of social fraternities seems to encourage excessive parting. As leaders on campus, its important that fraternities sponsor more events to counter this stereotype for the good of student life. In order to promote academic development Alpha Upsilon has formed a scholarship committee. The immediate goal of this committee is to make freshmen aware that enjoying the benefits of fraternal life doesn't mean they have to fail out of school. Rewarding good scholarship in the house through financial incentives is also being considered.
"How could a chapter with so much going for it get in so much trouble?" The key to implementing all of Alpha Upsilon's goals was in sending seven brothers to Pi Kapp College in August. Upon their return, Alpha Upsilon added fighting "date rape" to its list of goals. The chapter used part of its social budget to put the new Pi Kappa Phi poster,
"Today's Greeks Call It Date Rape," in the centerfold of the school newspaper The Triangle. A subsequent article explained the poster and discussed a number of topics covered at the College. During the summer and going into the fall term at Alpha Upsilon has received a lot r:[ positive feedback and encouragement fmm Drexel 'Jr,jversity, the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative office, and its Alumni Corporation. The chapter has learned how
change and to improve its image by cooperating with people and by recognizing that influences outside the chapter could be used to Alpha Upsilon's benefit. On September 24th, Drexel University removed the sanctions it had placed on the Alpha Upsilon chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. On December 7th, at its Founder's Day Breakfast the Alumni Corporation will return the chapter charter to the undergraduate brothers.
The Alumni
Program . .. From the pomp and grandeur of the Nu Phi Society dinner to the comraderie of the Founder's Breakfast their are plenty of chances to feel the spirit of your Fraternity experience. Meet up with other alumni for a . reunion to renew your lifelong Fratemtty ties. In addition to helping steer the direction for Pi Kappa Phi in the years to come, there will be plenty of opportunities to share a round of golf or a set of tennis, or just laze near the pool. You'll not want to miss the Texas Barbcque - Mesquite Championship Rodeo outing for a taste of Dallas and the feel of the southwest, or the elegant Supreme Banquet with your fellow Pi Kappa Phi alumni for the induction of a new Pi Kappa Phi Hall of Fame member.
Editor's Note
U.S . .Business in Partnership with Pi Kappa Phi By Stuart Hicks There may be no better example of U.S. business invesunent into the Jives of a group of members of Pi Kappa Phi, and the great contribution by these men into a business, than the example set by one of America's leading real estate firms, JMB Realty Corporation. JMB, Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, a real estate investment, development and management corporation has grown from its 1968 inception to a 2,400 employee frrm monitoring a $13-billion portfolio of office buildings, shopping center, and aparunent properties. JMB, in recent years, has raised $1-billion annually in equity capital invesunents from individual, pension endowment and foundation sources, making it one of the nation's leaders in conservative real estate imvestment programs. JMB Realty's wholely-owncd property management subsidiary, JMB Property Management Company, has also become one of the nation's most innovative organizations in improving the return on investment of real estate assets acquired through its parent company. ln total, eleven Pi Kappa Phi alumni work for JMB entities, with eight of those men initiating their contact with JMB through working on the full-time professional staff of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity in Charlotte, North Carolina. Leading JMB's relationship with Pi Kappa Phi is Kelley A. Bergstrom, President of JMB Property Management Company, and a 1961 initiate of Alpha Omicron Chapter at Iowa State University. Bergstrom served Pi Kappa Phi as President of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. from 1972-1981, where he began to touch the lives of a stream of younger maturing fra ternity men and college graduates, some of whom eventually joined JMB Property Management Company: Travis P. Julian (Omicron Chapter, University of Alabama) Julian is Senior Vice President and Regional Manager responsible for all property management operations of JMB's office building portfolio in the Northcentral and Northeastern USA. Julian served Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity as a Chapter Consultant, and Director of Development of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc., from 1973 to 1976. Julian has been with JMB for 10 years and has served on the Executive Committee of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc., for 8 years, currently as its President. W. Stuart Hicks (Kappa Chapter, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill) Like Julian, Hicks also served as Director of Development for Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. (1978-1980) before joining JMB. Following three years with real estate development firm Spaulding & Slye in Charlotte, North Carolina he moved to
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JMB and is now Senior Vice President responsible for office building marketing and leasing activities in the Eastern U.S. Hicks has been an Executive Committee member of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc., for the past three years. Sonny O'Droblnak (Omega Chapter, Purdue University) O'Drobinak joined JMB in 1977 after serving Pi Kappa Phi as a leadership consultant for three years. Following a four year hiatus from JMB to pursue private business interests he returned in 1983 and is now Vice President responsible for property management activities in JMB's office building portfolio in the San Francisco Bay area. J, Ernest Johnson (Alpha Iota Chapter, Auburn University) Johnson served Pi Kappa Phi as Chapter Consultant and Director of Development from 1980 to 1984 and following a year with real estate developer J.D. Sims & Co. in Charlotte, North Carolina he joined JMB in Chicago in 1985. Johnson has recently been named Vice President in Orlando, Florida and is responsible for office building marketing and leasing functions in the Southeastern
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David Long (Alpha Iota Chapter, Auburn University) Following a stint with the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office as a Leadership Consultant in 1978 and 1979, Long entered JMB's Management Training Program. He has worked with JMB in several states and now is Building Manager of Permian Mall (Odessa, Texas) responsible for overall management, maintenance, security, marketing and accounting functions of the regional shopping mall. Jeff Luebker (Epsilon Mu Chapter, Bradley University) Upon graduation from Bradley, in 1985, Luebker entered 1MB's Management Training Program. He has been the Office Leasing Representative responsible for all marketing & leasing activities of a 200,000 square foot suburban office property in Omaha, Nebraska; soon to be relocating to a suburban Chicago office building. Barry Howell (Gamma Upsilon Chapter, Oklahoma State University) Howell has been with JMB for two years, first as a management associate and now as a Building Manager at a 250,000 square foot downtown office tower in Orlando, Florida. Like the others, Howell began his contact with JMB through his serving the Fraternity as a Leadership Consultant during 1983. Glenn Aspinwall (Gamma Kappa Chapter, Georgia Southern College) Joining JMB in August 1986 as an Office Leasing Representative in Cheasapeake, Virginia, responsible for a 220,000 square foot office distribution center, Aspinwall also served the professional staff of Pi Kappa Phi as Leadership Consultant. Following his 1981 to 1984 Leadership Consultant position he then was a representative for accounting software for
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Control Data in Atlanta, Georgia for 2 years. "Being a newcomer to a company could be a strange feeling," says Aspinwall, "but working for JMB has been like coming back home. There's a reunion, of sorts, here at JMB everytime you tum around." Steve Smith (Alpha Psi Chapter, Indiana University) A recent entrant into JMB's Management Training Program, Smith is a Management Associate at a 650,000 square foot downtown office tower in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. His fraternity contact came as he served the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office as Director of Communications from 1980 to 1983. Raymond Brown (Gamma Kappa Chapter, Georgia Southern College) A Building Engineer at a JMB location in Chesapeake, Virginia, Brown was initiated as an alumni initiate at Pi Kapp College in 1986. Brown claims that the influence of the men he has met in Pi Kappa Phi through his professional environment at JMB and through Pi Kapp College has impressed upon him the need to complete his degree. Thus he has now left JMB and returned to school to do so. Travis Julian has seen many of these Pi Kappa Phi members join JMB and grow with the organization, having been responsible for the corporate recruiting of several of the group. He points out that the shared cornraderie of these fraternity men at JMB is not often a verbalized relationship but instead a quiet trust and commiunent to one another towards hard work to attain excellence for both their employer and themselves. Bergstrom agrees and smiles when reminded of the personal and professional growth of these fraternity men as they contribute to JMB's broader success. "These men have become very good at what they do. Our business requires accurate identification of a set of circumstances that a large real estate asset presents (like vacancies or extraordinary expenses), establishing a creative plan to solve the problems or create opportunities, and the energetic, personable effort to get the job accomplished. It seems that these fraternity men we've hired possess the intelligence, team commitment and drive necessary to make good invesunents better invesunents. Much of this ability can be attributed to their experiences from managing their undergraduate chapters and alumni as the National Fraternity's professional traveling staff." "It has certainly become a productive and meaningful partnership between JMB and our employees the Fraternity has sent us. Both organizations and the individual men have been able to give and receive," Bergstrom adds," and I look forward to continuing this relationship for many years to come."
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In symbolic recognition of this mutually valuable relationship, JMB Property ManagemenJ has rruul.e a corporate donation for two years to the PI KAPPA PHI FOUNDATION in support of the Foundation's Administrative Office !nJernship Program. This enables the Fraternity to have studenJ members spend one week in on-the-job work experience at the Administrative Office in Charlotte, North Carolina. This program has exposed undergraduates to their National Fraternity 路as well as cemenJing importanl relationships with many chapters. The Foundalion's Administrative Office /nJernship Program is also frequenlly a source of future Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Staff members. -Durward W. Owen-
JMB Executives Attribute Pi Kappa Phi for Success When asked, former Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Staff members路 will tell you, 'There is no experience that is greater than traveling as a leadership consultant for Pi Kappa Phi right out of school." Leadership Consultants are.-:> consistently recruited for positions of great responsibility directly from the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office. We asked three JMB Property Management Executives why they felt this was the case. Travis Julian, Senior Vice Pres-:> Ident-Chicago: "Working for Pi Kappa Phi gave me a chance to make contacts as well as a chance to apply skills and demonstrate an ability to produce. Through the improved skills of persuasion and leadership I was able to get results through other people. In addition to working with the team you are also forced to work very independently as to your schedule, time and travel and still be productive. This was of ultimate importance." J, Ernest Johnson, Vice PresidentOrlando: 'The job working with Pi Kappa路 Phi illustrated the need for and results of goals. You could never lose sight of your objectives to maintain a high-level of excellence and perpetuate a pride, a sense of belonging and maybe most importantly, a sense of accomplishment. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that everything I do from this day forward in business (and personally) has been substantially shaped and attributed to the challenges and opportunities presented me through my experience while working with our fraternity." Stuart Hicks, Senior Vice W. President-Chicago: "In my opinion there was no better place at so early an age to learn that hard and smart work pays off, to learn to lead, motivate, and to influence others, and be exposed to such excellent role models."
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Pi Kappa Phi Potpourr.i Legacies: A Family Tradition Pi Kappa Phi is proud to welcome and congratulate the following recent initiates who came to Pi Kappa Phi as legacies. Also listed are the relatives of these men, who were proud enough of their Fraternity to instill its spirit and ideals into this the newest generation fo Pi Kapps.
New Initiate Craig A. Frazier Gregory R. Fant David A. Withers Gordon Douglas Cook, III Dave Alfred Fontarella Steven Festa Todd Anthony Mapes Todd Thornton Claude D. Thaxton Mark D. Mitchum Scott M. Abbott Cameron R. Bertron Christopher M. Pruitt Jon Nickolson William C. Parsons William C. Buhay Raymond French Richard Bradley Christopher Moore John M. Cooper Brent I. Harris Jerry L. Knight John D. Schmidlein Michael R. Hinrichs Joshua P. Lane Robert Howell James W . Hunt, ill Gregory S. Griffm William L. Prentice, Jr. Steven R. Jewell Steve D. Bristow D. Scott Lesley James A. Nolin Timothy A. Street
Pi Kappa Phi Relative Don A. Frazier, brother Barry Jenkins, uncle Eric Birt, cousin Gordon D. Cook, Sr., grandfather Alfred J. Fontarella, brother Michael Feste, cousin Steve Mapes, brother Scott Thornton, brother Duffy Thaxton, brother Todd & Dale Mitchum, brothers B. E. Abbott, father David May, brother 路 T . E. Buntir, step-grandfather Alan Nickolson, brother Gene Parsons, father Robert Buhay, brother Charles French, father Morgan Bradley, brother Mark Moore, brother Alan Cooper, brother Benjamin Harris, brother Jeffrey Knight, brother Jim Schmidlin, brother Donald Hinrichs, father Frank Lane, father R. B. Howell, father James W . Hunt, Sr., grandfather Todd S. Griffin, brother James W. Prentice, son Richard F. Jewell, father Belser Bristow, grandfather Doug Lesley, brother Denver H. Nolin, brother Thomas Street, brother -
Honored for Fraternity Journalistn Pi Kappa Phi was awarded first place in the National Interfraternity Foundation's 8th Annual Education and Student Life Awards Competition for the Star and Lamp article "Do fraternities still have value in the 1980's?" by the Reverend William H. Stemper. The essay, which appeared in the spring 1986 issue of the Star and Lamp was one of the 17 entries from National Interfraternity Conference Fraternities, representing the best of fraternity journalism. Entries were judged on timeliness, clarity, conformity to stated purpose, ability to hold readers interest and style. Announced at the Interfraternity Luncheon during the National Interfraternity Conference 1986 Annual Meeting, December ~ooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
5, 1986, in St. Louis, Missouri, the award distinguishes those fraternities who attempt to explore the issues facing fraternities. Copies of the article by William H. Stemper may be acquired through the Administrative Office by writing P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224.
Special Notice to Alumni in Area I of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity The North Jersey Alumni Association would like to invite Pi Kappa Phis living in the -Philadelphia, New Jersey, and New York areas to join them in an
Area I Golf Tournament May 30th, 1987 For details contact Mike Imrns at (215) 241-5420
Founder's Day in Brooklyn
33 Sydney Place, the home of Alpha Xi Chapter at the Polythechnic University of Brooklyn, was the site for the chapter's traditional gala Pi Kappa Phi Founder's Day December 5, 1986. Located in Brooklyn, New York, the chapter consistently draws a large number of attendees for its Founder's Day celebration. Those wishing information as to how they can become involved with Brooklyn Alumni contact John Bums, 1629 E. 38th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234.
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Pi Kapp Adventurer On His WayThanks To His Brothers "It is truly an honor for me to be a Brother in Pi Kappa Phi. The strength in the bonds of Brotherhood has been shown to me as never before when I recently reached out to my Fraternity for help. This began when I decided to undertake a major project in my life as a participant in "Operation Raleigh" - a round-the-world expedition involved with scientific research, community service and high adventure assignments. My expedition will tab~ me from Osaka, Japan to Australia aboard a 75-foot sailboat. As you ct.., imagine, it is an in:::rdL'.~ opportunity for me, and I was determined to make this dream a reality, but there was a major obstacle in my path. The task before me was to raise $5,500.00 (each Venturer must secure) before the departure date of my expedition. Immediately, I began to spread the word about my financial need to family, friends and community members. Within a few weeks, contributions began to make their way to Operation Raleigh, USA Headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina. I phoned the office weekly to check on the status of my fundraising efforts and I found that something quite exciting was happening. My list of contributions was being dominated by Brothers, alumni and little sisters of Pi Kappa Phi! I received several contributions from individuals whose names did not sound familiar to me, but the three Greek letters written as a memo on their checks caused me to realize that the bonds of my Fraternity run deeper than I ever imagined they could. I have now met my goal and raised all of the necessary funds, over hl!.)f of the total amount raised came from supporters associated with Pi Kappa Phi! This has made such a profound statement to me, particularly since it has been several years since I graduated from my alma mater, Stetson University, and I thought the meaningful days of my involvement with Pi Kappa Phi were over. Indeed, I have found that I have never been prouder and more excited about being a Pi Kapp." Sincerely Yours in Pi Kappa Phi, Tim Bailey
Fraternity Singing "Comeback Prompts New Songbook" A revival of Fraternity singing across the country has prompted the need to publish a new Pi Kappa Phi songbook. A committee has been formed and organizers arc requesting that those in possession of music and lyrics for Fraternity songs submit them to the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office. Fraternity singing and "serenading", a long-time Fraternity tradition has seen a comeback as a result of successful chap-
ter's efforts to return it. Pi Kappa Phi chapters such as Florida State's Beta Eta chapter and Samford University's Alpha Eta chapter have found singing to be a positive part of Fraternity. "Singing is the singlemost symbolic way a chapter can illustrate that working together, 'in harmony', is the way toward success," says Dr. Philip Summers, National Council Secretary, ..in addition to being
a very constructive enjoyable Brotherhood activity." Alumni and undergraduates are asked to submit sheet music of Pi Kappa Phi songs from the past and present along with a demonstration tape to; "Pi Kappa Phi Songs, P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224." Published copies of the Pi Kappa Phi songbook are expected to be available by late fall 1987.
The Guest Program ... Dallas has something for everyone including parents, wives, children, and any other guests you may bring along. A full lady's program will provide trips to the biggest names in retail and excursions to some of the worlds most luxurious malls. Galleries, gardens and other sights to see will compliment relaxation by the pool or the simmering nightlife in Dallas. Make Dallas a stop on your family vacation. The southwest has plenty to offer for continuing a journey beyond the 41st Supreme Chapter.
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Scholarships available from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation -
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Criteria for Selection
Founder's Scholarship Robert L. Bennett Scholarship
3
$1,000
June 1
Extremely high academic standing and need.
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$1,000
Varies, notification in advance
Member of Pi Kappa Phi, need
Durward W. Owen Scholarship
1
$1,000
Varies, notification in advance
Member of Pi Kappa Phi, need
Alumni Scholarship
2
$500
June 1
Must be a son or daughter of a Pi Kappa Phi auending an accredited college or university, need and acadernie standing.
General Scholarships
Dependent on Available funds
negotiable
June 1 & Dec. 1
High academic standing and need
General Loans
Dependent on Available funds
negotiable
June 1 & Dec. 1
High academic standing and need
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Now is the time to begin to search for sources to pay for your education, or if you have a college student of your own, their education
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Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Providing More Than Ever In addition to providing undergraduates with Scholarships and low-cost loans to assist them with the rising cost of education, the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation has become the source for funding much of the Fraternity's Educational and Leadership programming. Leadership events such as
Pi Kapp College and the Archon I ViceArchon I Treasurer I Warden Conferences were made possible from grants by the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation. In addition to Leadership conferences, the Foundation provided funding for the plarmed pilot program for the Chapter Advisor Symposium. The Symposium will bring together more than 20 Chapter Advisors from across the country to develop clear ways in which the National Fraternity may better provide services to both its alumni and undergraduate members. Support materials such as the "Principles of Recruitment" videotape (page 1 story), officer manuals, and educ-
ational programming on alcohol, substance and sexual abuse are all provided by the Foundation. It is the Foundation's belief that by providing educational materials for chapters to make the most positive fraternity experience for its members, the individual members will make the most of their college experience. Pi Kappa Phi consistently strives to stay ahead of the fraternity world in educational programming that best serves its members and will continue to do so as a result of your support. The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation: Doing more than ever to make sure that each chapter and each member strives to be their best!
The luxurious Dallas Registry Hotel will be our home for the 41st Supreme Chapter, August 1215, 1987. From the spectacular atrium lounges and impressive meeting facilities, to the plush rooms and suites, Pi Kappa Phis will appreciate the convience and service of one of Dallas' top firstclass hotels; the Registry. Never again will you have the opportunity to live in style at one of America's most impressive hotels for only $62.00 per night.
Video Library Funded by the Foundation A number of educational videotapes are now available for loan from the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation. Chapters wishing to borrow any of the following titles should contact the Director of Communications at the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office. Hazing on Trial: (Alpha Tau Omega) David Westol convincingly explains the ramifications of hazing. It Still Hurts: (N.C. State University} educational program on sexual abuse, date and acquaintance rape. Fraternity Liability & Risk Management: (Sigma Phi Epsilon) risk management issues and legal liability problems of both local chapter and national fraternity. A Risk Worth Taking: (Delta Gamma) alcohol education. Aimine Straight: (Pi Beta Phi) an excellent presentation that takes a good look at drugs on campus and what you may not know about those drugs. PUSH: The Right Place: (Pi Kappa Phi) PUSH is presented through the words of its Founder Tom Sayre and others. Principles of Recruitment: (Pi Kappa Phi} Michael O'Donnell puts on a sales and recruitment session like no one else.
By contributing to the Chapter Scholarship Fund of your choice through the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, you help make your chapter strong and enhance the ability of the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation to provide educational opportunities. Seven chapters now have scholarship funds for their exclusive use. Scholarships may be specified as a lasting memorial to be designated for chapter members meeting the criteria set up by local chapter alumni, allowing virtual autonomy over the fund. By using the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation for a Chapter Scholarship Fund, local alumni may take advantage of the professional management provided for such funds through the Foundation, thus assuring its perpetuity. In addition to the building of your chapter, Chapter Scholarship Funds strengthen the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation's position. Your one gift does both. Scholarship Funds are already established with assets ranging from $1550 to $141,857. You can contribute to any, or establish a new one for your chapter. For information, write or call; Durward W. Owen at (704)523 -6000 or P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224. Chapters Gamma Xi Epsilon Lambda Alpha Mu Alpha Zeta Alpha Epsilon Omega Lambda
Fund Balance $ 1,550.00 5,975.96 5,900.00 5,308.07 141,857.56 4,999.17 7,033.00 $172,623.76
MemorialsA lasting tribute to special people
The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation has recently received a niimber of memorial gifts. These financial contributions are made by members and others in loving memory of special people. The recent untimely death of brother Benjamin Robert Fields from the University of Alabama has resulted in a flood of memorial gifts as was specified by his family. Brother Fields will not only live on in the memories of his Omicron Brothers but his family has assured that a permanent memorial be set up as a lasting tribute to the lives he touched. More than sixty friends and family members of Brother Benjamin Fields contributed to the Benjamin Fields Recent gift specified for Chapter Memorial, an outpouring like the Sclwlarship fund Foundation has never seen before. While gifts are still being received, a total of Charles Martin Gerald Meyer, more than $1600 has been sent to date. Florida Southern, 52', recently reOther Memorials that have been membered his Fraternity with a gift in his received by the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation will. The $10,000 gift was directed to be are in memory of: placed, with $5,000 into the Pi Kappa Steve Wrenn - Wofford College Phi General Scholarship fund and $5,000 Robert L. Bennett - Mercer College to a Beta Beta Chapter Scholarship Fund Haln Huey - University of Alabama through the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, as a J.Wllson Robinson-Emory University lasting memory of Brother Meyer. Herb Hamric- Washington & Lee Once again, as with the recent beJanet Robb - (Mother of Warren Robb, quest of Brother Edward McCain, Indiana University of Louisville) University, of over $25,000, Brother John Shaw - (Father of Brent Shaw, AppMeyer was not particularly involved as an alachian State) alumnus of Pi Kappa Phi. He wasn't a Mary Withers- (Mother of J.R. Withers, National Officer or a Chapter Advisor he Belmont Abbey) was a just a man with some very good Eleanor Harper- (Mother of Spencer memories of his Fraternity experience who Harper, Univ. of Louisville) felt that his Fraternity was a place he The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation would could help with a gift. More and more like to earnestly thank those who have Brothers are realizing the positive impact placed their gift in memory of a brother or that the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation is a loved one into the Pi Kappa Phi having upon their Brothers. Foundation. By recogmzmg both the If you would like information on how worthiness of the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation you can place the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation to act as a carrier of their memory you are into your estate plan, contact Durward W. assuring that their memory will live on Owen, Executive Director of Pi Kappa Phi among us. at 704-523-6000 or write the Pi Kappa Phi For more information on how you Foundation at P.O. Box 240526, may set up a memorial in the name of a Charlotte, NC 28224. person special to you, contact the Pi ' - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ' Kappa Phi Foundation.
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41st Supreme Chapter Schedule of Events 6:00p.m. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 1987 7:00p.m. 12:00 p.m.• 5:00pm. Registration Recommended Dallas nctivitics 8:30p.m. (Six Flags Over Texas, SouthFork, etc.) FRIDAY, AUGUST 14, 1987 I :00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Ladies Hospitality 7:30a.m. Get acquainted activities for early 8:30a.m. registrants (students and alumni) 10:00 a.m. TIIURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 1987 9:00a.m . · 12:00 p.m. Registr•tion National Council ll:OOu.m. Area Govcmo~ 1:30p.m. Chapter Advisors Pi Kappa Phi Properties 3:00p.m. Executive Committee
Membership Board of Diroctors
12:00 noon 2:00p.m . • 2:30p.m. 3:45p.m. 4:00p.m.
Getting Registered.
Former SUI IT Breakfast Co nun ittce meetings Leadership Oportunities session Socond session • Supreme Chapter Associate members Ladies program Commiuees Committees Leadership Opportunities session Third session • Supreme Chapter Area mcctings Mesquite Arena (all) - UBQ and Championship Rodeo
SATURDAY, AUGUST IS, 1987 8:00 am: Foundcn Breakfast (Alumni) 9:00 a.m. Committees Leadership Opportunities session Pi Kappo Phi f'Oundotion Trustees Forth session • Supreme Chapter 11:00 a.m. Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Trustees !2:30p.m. Fil\h session - Supreme Chapter 2:30p.m.
Associate members
Committee meetings Leadership opportunities Recruitment - Member Education Fmaneial - Responsibility Risk Management Leadership - I lot Topics Employment Opportunities
Nu Phi Model initiation Rocommended Dallas activities
Associate membe.rw
4:30p.m. 6:00p.m.
Executive Committee Leadership opportunities for each arrival .. alumni and studc:nt.s Supreme Opening Luncheon (with wives) State of the rntcrnity (with wives) First Session • Supreme Chapter Associate members Nu Phi business meeting
4:30p.m. 6:00p.m. 7:00p.m.
National Council meeting Reception Supreme Banquet and All Texas Musical Revue
The Reunion for all Pi Kappa Phi's • •
Supreme Chapter Registration for alumni can be accomplished by filling out the form on this page and including a check for $120.00. The fee covers all the programs, special sessions, and four meals as specified on the tentative schedule. The .registration cost for guest is $75.00. Reservations at the Dallas Registry should be made directly through the Registry by using the reservation form or by calling 1-800-527-1690 or 1-800-4422039 in Texas. To request further information on the 41st Supreme Chapter, call Durward W. Owen at the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office (704)523-6000. See you in Dallas!
The Dallas Supreme Chapter Committee looks forward to seeing you at the 41st Supreme Chapter
Without the work of these men your Fraternity's National Convention would not be able to happen. Each one of these men has volu"nteered his time to guarantee that
everything runs smoothly and enjoyably for their Pi Kappa Phi brothers and guests. They are (from left to right): Dan W. Hoyt - University of Illinois, Drew Hudel - Texas Tech, Bill Pullin - University of Oklahoma, Fred Waters - University of Georgia, Matt Waters - Florida State, Greg Walker - Oklahoma State, Jeff Meister Kansas State, Craig Williams - Kansas State, and David Owen - Appalachian State.
41st Supreme Chapter Alumni Registration August 12 - 15, 1987
It is time to pull out your calendar and begin making reservations for the 41st Supreme Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity to be held in Dallas, Texas, August 12th through August 15th, 1987. The luxurious Dallas Registry Hotel will be the site of your Fraternity's biannual convention, providing Pi Kappa Phi with the most impressive surrmmdings Dallas has to offer. Pi Kappa Phi's from across the country will meet in a world-class city that shares much of the same spirit and vigor that has made your Fraternity the fastest growing and one of the most respected in the Fraternity world. There will be many special events to enjoy with your Fraternity Brothers; golf and tennis tournaments, trips to the Six Flags over Texas Amusement Park, as well as an evening at the premier rodeo facility in the country, the Mesquite Rodeo. There will be special alumni events like the Founder's Breakfast, formal and informal gatherings and an opportunity to set up special chapter reunions. There is also a full slate of activities for your wives. Many alumni make the Supreme Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi a stop on their family vacation. The southwest has plenty to offer for continuing a journey after stopping in Dallas. Mexico, The Alamo, San Antonio, and the many beaches on the Gulf of Mexico are only a short distance and could provide a great fmish to an exciting week at the 41st Supreme Chapter.
Dallas, Texas
Mail this fonn with appropriate fees to the Pi Kappa Phi Administrative Office, P.O. Box 240526, Charloue, Nonh Carolina 28224.
Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Chaptcr _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Telephone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ City/State'- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Zip C o d e - - - - - - - - I plan to attend the entire Supreme Chapter M c c t i n i > - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I would prefer to attend the Mesquite Rodeo meal and prefonnance only ($20.00 per person) - - - - - - I would prefer to attend the Supreme Banquet with the "All Texas Musical Revue" only ($35.00 per person) _ _ If wife/girlfriend to attend, her n a m e - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Registration fcc of $120.00 (per alumnus), $75.00 (per guest) for entire Supreme Chapter enclosed. You will be receiving complete instructions and information upon receipt of your check and this fonn completed. Comments, Questions or Suggestions:
(fhis docs not include Hotel Reservations. You must contact the Registry Hotel directly atl-800-527 -1690 orl-800-442-2039 in Texas only)
An Interview with Jim Firster, new Executive Director of PUSH Q.
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In assuming the position of Executive Director of PUSH, what experiences do you bring with you that may benefit the organization? A. In coming to PUSH, I bring with me over six years of administrative experience in various corporate settings. I like to think that I have developed some organizational skills during that period. I also think that my knowledge of health care systems and adaptive environments for special populations will be of assistance. Too, I have been involved in coordinating volunteers and working with young people. My experience in program development and staff training range from directing teachers in curriculum changes to writing policies and procedures in a large corporate structure.
Q. What have you found to be the most pressing needs at PUSH? A. Fundamentally PUSH is a healthy and prospering corporation with a very bright future. Although, we have identified several areas that we would like to improve upon. First, as in any relationship, communication is a key. I want to increase communications and the collaborative efforts among various segments of our staff as well as between Pi Kappa Phi and PUSH . There is tremendous potential within and immediately surrounding PUSH . The ties between PUSH and Pi Kappa Phi have
An Afternoon at Holy Angels: new home to the latest PUSH unit by Scott E. Evans 'Tm kind of busy," I remembered saying when asked to drive over to nearby Belmont, North Carolina for a showing of the newest PUSH Unit in the Holy Angels Handicap Facility. The PUSH office needed someone from the National Office to attend and my card was up. I didn't need to be there until 1:30 p.m., so I worked all morning at the Admmmrative Office. It was the peak busy time of the year for the Director of Communications position and any involuntary realignment of my priorities was looked at with disdain. I packed up my camera case and off I went to Holy Angels, a little weary and slightly irritable. Upon entering Holy Angels, self described as a "community-based, developmental, residential center for the multihandicapped children", one is immediately greeted by a kind elderly woman behind the reception desk. The reception area is not unlike that of my old pediatrician's office. I was soon taken by the classroom director, named Ann, to the area where the PUSH unit was placed. The room was full of people; there were Pi Kappa Phi sweatshirts, blueblasers and ties, and regular campus-wear. They were gatl1ered around one side of the PUSH unit with its different modules rising from the floor Like giant building blocks. They were talking to new PUSH Executive Director Jim Firster and Holy Angels Executive Director, Regina Moody. I saw faces from N.C. State, Appalachian State, UNC-Charlotte and Lenoir-Rhyne; schools as different as night and day but joined together to see their fraternity's service project. Sneaking around the huddle of Pi Kapps, I joined the other group in the room. With my camera perched, I decided to play with the kids on the PUSH unit. With the help of two of the Holy Angels staff I was introduced to Pi Kappa Phi's latest friends. While I was introduced I was told, by Nancy and Kim of the Holy Angels, about the excitement surrounding tl1e PUSH unit and how the kids were responding to it after only one day. I was introduced to David, who enjoyed the waterbed module expccially as it made his bouncing motion fun as he played with the bells that hung from the ceiling. On the other side of tl1e unit was Sharon who was "into" the slideshow module which featured pictures of her and her classmates around Holy Angels. Like any teenage girl she was very shy but unlike most she was a special child also.
traditionally been the foundation of PUSH. While PUSH continues to grow and trans form we cannot take those ties for granted and, in fact, should actively be doing everything we can to strengthen and expand them. I am also very conscious of our risk of liability, particularly with our PUSH Individualized Care Services (PICS). We must continue to be diligent in our monitoring of the foster children, their families, and the total environments for which we are responsible. Risk management seems to be a parlnership between agressive training and the constant monitoring of cases by professionals. There is also the uncertainty concerning the economic future of foster care. For the most part, this is an issue which remains out of our hands unless we arc willing to lobby the state legislature, something I do not think we should rule out. Last, yet equally important, I see a need to develop a coherent marketing strategy. Except for Pi Kappa Phi and professionals in the field of severely handicap care, PUSH has never been a recognizable household word. There are lots of things we should be doing to expose ourselves in the public forum. One place to start will be with a battery of marketing materials and articulate, who we are and what we do. We would also like to see more advantage taken of all the special events which are held on our behalf by Pi Kappa Phi. For every PUSH-A-THON,
Watching over Sharon's shoulder at the slides was Forrest who was strapped into a child safety seal. With a smile as wide as his whole face he turned toward my camera. Forrest was the "ham" of the group. The spiritual leader of the group was young Trey. He was everywhere you turned, laughing, smiling, mugging toward the camera. Nancy told me that he was extremely special to the group; a class clown of sorts you might say. As I snapped each picture my irritability and stress from the week drained from my neck. As I looked around I spotted, sitting next to Sharon, a little girl introduced as Elizabeth. Elizabeth didn't really focus on any portion of the unit in particular and seemed content to just sit next to Sharon. As I crouched down to take a picture of Elizabeth, Nancy told her to smile. Without further prompting she rose from her seated position and, arms outstretched, kissed me on the forehead and gave me a hug that I will not soon forget. She held on as she sat upon my knee and was happy there. I thartk Pi Kappa Phi's all over the country who, arms outstretched, raise money for PUSH and the great things it docs, allowing these beautiful special children a place to grow. I thartk every Pi Kapp for the hug and kiss from 11-year-old Elizabeth at Holy Angels. As I drove back to Charlotte I felt a lot different than when I had arrived as I suspected all the Pi Kapps in attendance that afternoon felL A pride, a relaxation, a spirit that we at the Administrative Office commonly refer to as the "old natty fratty chill". Thartk you Forest, Trey, Sharon, David and Elizabeth.
Trey
MARATHON, DANCE-A-THON, POLE SITTING, etc... chapters should be getting local proclamations signed and their story in the media. By doing some very simple things we can vastly increase our exposure and money raised. Q. What will be your agenda for the next six months? A. There are a number of things whiclf I will be working on in the upcoming weeks and months. I will be seeing my first unit installed at Holy Angels in Belmont, North Carolina the first week in March. After that we will be working with the local chapters to come up with money to pay for it. I am also very excited about the design and development of the PICS bedroom. We will be adapting traditional PUSH designs which have been used in institutions to a home setting for one of our 32 foster children. We hope to see it complete and installed by May !st. Of course, a project which will remain in the forefront will be "PUSH Place", our first outdoor environment, at t11e Murdoch Center in Bumer, North Carolina. This is the largest project ever undertaken by PUSH and will require the ongoing support of both students and alumni of Pi Kappa Phi. In addition to monitoring several other facilites and chapters throughout the country that would like to acquire some type of PUSH environment, I will be involved in following up on all of the
New PUSH Executive Director Jim Firster at the Holy Angels Center discussing the recently placed PUSH unit. units which have been placed. I will also be in the process of defining the responsibilities of tl1e new Assistant Director's position. The board just approved this position of a one year trial period. Ken Kaiser, Pi Kappa Phi Leadership Consultant, has been asked to fill this position and will begin June 1st. We will also be advertising for a summer internship. The Intern will work out of Morganton and assist with grant writing, PUSH Individualized Care Services (PICS), and various other administrative work. I think that the various projects as well as generally investigating and organizing the future directions of PUSH should sufficiently keep myself and others busy for the next six months.
Colins Anderson Center St Mary's, WV Idaho State School & Hospital
Nampa, ID
Forrest If you have never had the opportunity to see the fruits of your FraJernity's national service efforts I would strongly recommend it. There are a number of locations thaJ would be more that glad to show you, as a Pi Kappa Phi, their PUSH unit. These locaJions are:
Anna Mental Health & Development Center Anna, IL Laurelton Center Laurelton, PA Sunland Center Gainesville, FL Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters Norfolk, VA Partlow State School & Hospital Tuscaloosa, AL Oover Bottom Devlopmcnt Center Nashville, TN Georgia Retardation Center Atlanta, GA Woodhaven Ccnter{femple University Philadelphia, PA Sunshine Children's Home Maumee, OH Woodw~~~:d State School & Hospital Woodward, IO Holy Angels Belmont, NC
PUSH Surmner Internship Applications Being Taken Beginning in the summer of 1987, PUSH will fund one ten-week internship for undergraduate members of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. The intern, who will be selected on a competitive basis, will join tl1e staff of PUSH in Morganton, North Carolina for a full time work/study experience. The intern will receive a stipend of $2000, plus free housing . In addition to monetary rewards, the PUSH intern will be granted three hours of course credit through Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. Credit will be given for independent study in the area of special education, but the intern will be responsible for negotiating tlte transfer of credits back to his college or university. The intern will be provided with a variety of challenging and, hopefully, enriching experiences. This opportunity will be particularly beneficial to men considering careers in the areas of special education, psychology, or other human services fields. A thorough and personal knowledge of PUSH is another anticipated outcome of tlte experience. Strong writing and communication ski lls are necessary as the PUSH intern will play an active role in writing grant proposals. In addition the intern will, based on his strengths and background, become involved with case management, working with public and private agencies and design of both equipment and
marketing materials. To the extent possible, every effort will be made to customdesign t11e internship experience so as to provide maximum benefit to the man selected. Only sophomore and junior members of the Fratemrity are invited to apply. Applications must be received no later than April 30, 1987, in order to be considered. Those wishing to apply should submit the following information to Jim Firster, PUSH, Inc., P.O. Box 1972 Morgantion, NC 28655:
1. A brief resume contammg vital statistics, including name, date of birth, mailing address, telephone number, school, chapter, class, major, grade point average, previous employment and voluntary activities, extra-curricular activities, honors or offices awarded or held, and previous involvement in PUSH. 2. A certified copy of all courses and grades. 3. A typed justification, of no more than two pages in length, of why you think you should be selected as the intern. This document may include previous interest in or activities on behalf of the handicapped, current interest both inside and outside of the classroom, future career and service goals, and a statement of what you would hope to accomplish through an internship experience.
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1987, Vol LXXIII, No. 1 Durward W. Owen ... Edltor·in-Chief Scott E. Evans ..... Managing Editor Tim Ribar..... Offlcial Photographer Nancy Perdue ...... Offlce Manager CONTIBUTING WRITERS Glenn Dickson Robert Flanagan Joseph Brady Rich Pope Dr. Wayne P. Buffington Jim Firster Stuart Hicks
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ere there is a Will • There IS a way We tlrink you recognize the value of what the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation is doing. Exciting opportunities to enrich young lives have always existed in Pi Kappa Phi. We are sure that you would like to sec those opportunities continued. Proper planning may show you how you can meet your obligations and also make a significant bequest to support the Fraternity's future SCIViCc. Tite Pi Kappa Phi Foundation can send you a free brochure on wills and bequests. The brochure tells you why you need a will, what information you will need to draft one, and how to update your present will. The Pi Kappa Phi Fm.mdation wants to sec you conserve your estate in the best possible way, to benefit your family and possibly your Fraternity.
to the Pi Kappa Phi FoundaJion will help to ensure the ongoing educaJion activities of your FraJernity. With one provision in your will you can .. . perpetuaJe your name or the name of someone you wish to honor . .. help to strengthen your FraJernity in perpetuity. If you need information, please call or write: Durward W. Owen, Executive Director Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity P.O. Box 240526 Charlotte, NC 28224
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