Epsilon Upsilon - Spring 2010 (1)

The EYe of Pi Kappa Phi Volume 26, Issue 1

February 28, 2010

Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity

Alumni Spotlight: Bro. Jeff Crosby, EY 34

Important Dates • Rose Ball is April 24 in the Magnolia Ballroom at Georgia College • Pedal for PUSH is April 13-14 • Supreme Chapter 2010 is in Orlando

Jeff was born June 20, 1963. He is from Savannah Georgia, and went to the Marietta Military Institute before transferring to Georgia College as a 2nd Lieutenant. He was the second noncharter initiate from Epsilon Upsilon in January 1985. Jeff graduated from Georgia College in 1986 to go into the Georgia Guard.

In 1988, Jeff enlisted in the Army and served in active duty for 4 years at Fort Stuart in the Infantry. In August of 1990 Brother Crosby was in Desert Storm where he earned his combat infantrymen badge, and later earned an expert infantry badge.

When 1992 rolled around, Jeff left the army and joined the South Carolina National Guard. In 1993 he became active guard reserve, and in 1996 became Bradley master gunner and has kept the position.

In 2004, Brother Crosby went to Cosovo as part of the Peacekeeping forces, and then in 2007 went to Afghanistan.

In January 2007, Brother Jeff's Truck was hit by a suicide bomber. He spent 10 months recovering at Walter Reed Hospital with the help of family, friends, and brothers.

Jeff will retire on the 15 of March 2010 as a 1st lieutenant. His plans include getting a Master's in Education to teach history, as well as going on a tour of the United States on his Harley.

Rose Ball 2010!!!

Rose Ball this year will be on April 24, in the Magnolia Ballroom at Georgia College.

Let me tell you guys, its going to be a blast! The events start Friday night with a cookout by the lake. Saturday, brothers and dates alike are all heading to the bowling lanes for some good times. That night, we are having dinner, dancing and more. You do not want to miss out this year! Mark your calendars guys, you do not want to pass up Rose Ball this year.

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PUSH America

Pie a Pi Kapp Fundraiser: On a slightly overcast January day, your undergraduate brothers gathered outside of the School of Arts & Sciences. Tables, posters, pie tins and whip cream at the ready, these brave PiKapps faced, literally, the onslaught of many pies to their faces as friends, students, administration and faculty ventured by to take a shot for only $1 a pie! Each pie helped raise money for Push America. The brothers in attendance had such a good time that plans are in the making for similar events to help raise money and awareness! Pictured are Brothers Mike Murphy, EY 383, and James Joslin, EY 386, as they sacrificed their dignity for the cause.

Pedal for PUSH! In April, the EY brothers of Pi Kappa Phi will gather once again for their annual Peddle for Push fundraiser. Sitting on uncomfortable bicycles during the cold of the night, the brothers will cheer themselves on, knowing the money raised will go towards an amazing cause.

Though it might be uncomfortable, though it might be long, the brothers know they will still have a fun time supporting each other during this amazing cause. If you would like to support the brothers while they "Peddle for Push," please contact Mike Murphy EY 383 at michael.murphy383@gmail.com.

Our Goal for PUSH America is $1,500

EY Events

• Trey Brooks, EY 353, recently had a son named James • Wyatt Davis, EY 221, had a second son, Harrison Lee Davis, in July • Matthew Brannan, EY 241, had a son last year named Andrew Gray, and is the Merchandising Manager at Home Depot • Michael Nicholson, EY164, had a son last year, Brooks E Nicholson, has his own business and works for Pilot Travel Center • Mark Lordo, EY 228, is the inside sales rep at General Insulaton Company in Norcross Ga, and had a son last year named Dominick Peter

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EY Events Continued

• Patrick Rogers, EY 52, is the National Director of ValuTeachers and turned 44 on 2/18 • Justin Haight, EY 354, was hired to be Sales Manager of a 500 room apartment complex • Jason R Fischl EY130, won the Naples Daily News Readers Choice Award for Best Furniture Store, and recently joined the Naples Rotary • Charlie Roberts, EY 307, is a senior construction consultant with URS Corporation • Matt Ballard, EY 103, is the teaching pastor at Perimeter Church in Atlanta • David Harrell, EY 193, earned his MFA from the University of North Carolina, did an episode of Law and Order: SVU winter 2010 (will air 3/24/10), and wrote produced and performed “A Little Potato and Hard to Peel” off Broadway last fall • Paul F. Sedor II, EY 317, recently began working on his MMIS and started fire fighter training • Keith Knierim, EY 391, was promoted to GS-09 on January 18 • Alden Williams, EY 338, is an E-6/SSG. Comabt Medic. Senior Medic for D Co 1-121INF(L). Received Bronze Star Medal.

• Chris Turner, EY 362, got engaged to Hannah Oothoudt in December, is pursuing a master's degree in nonprofit management at UGA, and is starting an internship at CARE USA • Curtis Gauthier, EY 280, is getting married on April 17 • Domenick Perrone, EY 250, will be getting married on March 27, 2010

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David Bartz Phone: 770- 653-5647 Email: historian.epsilonupsilon@gmail.com