Iota Kappa Newsletter | Fall 2019

PI KAPPA PHI

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IOTA KAPPA

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PI KAPPA PHI - 1902 8th Ave, Greeley CO, 80631

OPENING MESSAGE With the addition of the fall Omicron class the Iota Kappa chapter sits at 73 members, 25 being associates. The brothers are excited for our growth and continue to excel on campus with the highest overall fraternity men’s average GPA. If you haven’t gotten the chance to do so already, please plan a visit to come see all the changes and growth that makes this brotherhood so special.

WAR OF THE ROSES

Despite only being able to run a three day War of the Roses due to a new school policy, the brothers of Iota Kappa were able to raise $3,720 for the Ability Experience. Josh Gibbs, the current Philanthropy Chair, hosted many events throughout the week such as Pi Kappture the Flag, kickball tournament, and a date auction. The women of Alpha Phi were announced as champions for the third consecutive year.

The brothers got to celebrate with friends and family at the tailgate for parent’s weekend.

Thank you to everyone that donated and helped the brothers benefit the Ability Experience.

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2019 EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Archon - Tyler Jones Abrahamson Vice Archon - Aiden Mitchell Minard Treasurer - Aaron Benjamin Ortiz Secretary - James Michael Clark Warden - Logan Lynn Jensen Historian - Spencer Michael Moreno Chaplain - Austin Ryan Sack Philanthropy Chair - Joshuah Aaron Gibbs Risk Management Chair- Seth McGregor Hill Standards Chair - Eric Thomas Smokowski Social Chair- Casey Ward Randall

ROSE QUEEN

The 2019-2020 Rose Queen is Rachel Trujillo of Alpha Omicron Pi. She is a senior, majoring in communication studies with a double minor in recreation, tourism, hospitality management and leadership studies. Rachel has worked with the UNC Student Ambassador office for almost three years. On campus she is involved with Order of Omega-the honors f, Outdoor Pusuits, and tons of intramural sports.

“I am so beyond excited to be representing Pi Kappa Phi on campus.

They are all such genuine and compassionate gentlemen and inspire me to be better! I can’t wait to be as involved as possible with their chapter and help it to continue to grow.”

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NOTABLE MEMBERS James Clark James Clark is the recipient of the 2019 Pi Kapp of the year award for the Iota Kappa chapter. Clark is currently a junior managment major and holds our chapters secretary position. “Being voted Pi Kapp of the year by my brothers means so much to me.

I would not be able to succeed as a Pi Kapp without them. This chapter has been my home since I came to college. I am so grateful to be a part of this amaing chapter and the greater fraternity of Pi Kappa Phi. ODH,” Clark said. Brother Clark is looking forward to studying abroad in the spring semester.

Aaron Ortiz Aaron Ortiz is the youngest members to hold the Treasurer position within Iota Kappa. “Holding a position like Treasurer with just one semester of being an active member is truly amazing,” Ortiz said. “To be able to have the trust and support from my brothers is every especially being so young.” Oritz is a sophomore persuing a major in Psychology and was also the recipient of the Star and Lamp award of 2019.

Joshuah Gibbs Josh Gibbs recently volunteered on the crew for Journey of Hope. “The summer on the crew of the Journey of Hope TransAmerica team was nothing short of amazing,” Gibbs said. “The 4350 miles across 14 states has been filled with kind of friendships, challenges and beautiful sights. This amazing opportunity has not only made me a more empathetic individual through our friendship visits, but has took my leadership abilities to heights I did not know was possible.” Gibbs is currently a senior finance major and holds our philantrhopy chair position.

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HOUSE DEDICATION

A new year came with a big move for the Iota Kappa chapter. The brothers said goodbye to our last chapter house of seven years and moved into three chapter houses.The new compound is located on the corner of 8th ave and 19th st. With the recent growth in new members the new houses add more opportunity to grow our brotherhood. 28 men live on the property and enjoy being more centrally located on campus. Thank you to the 3 alumni and parents that were able to attend our house dedication and be in the ritual.

Pi Kappa Phi @ Northern Colorado

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HISTORIAN CONTACT Spencer Moreno Cell: (951) 473-4473 Email: more1344@bears.unco.edu

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