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Sexual Assault Prevention

Psi Upsilon Fraternity is doing its part to help put an end to sexual assault on college campuses. We live in a new world when it comes to the prevention of sexual violence on campus and Psi U must deliver prevention programs that demonstrate proven effectiveness.

When we address sexual misconduct and healthy interpersonal relationships in the proper way, it fits perfectly within Psi U’s culture. By equipping young members for ethical social lives and relationships, we equip them for the 21st century world that requires specific skills and insights for personal and professional success.

Here is what Psi Upsilon is doing to prevent sexual assault on campus:

It’s On Us “It’s on Us” aims to fundamentally shift the way people think about sexual assault. The campaign seeks to inspire each member to see it as his or her responsibility to do something, big or small, to prevent sexual violence.

• To recognize that non-consensual sex is sexual assault.

• To identify situations in which sexual assault may occur.

• To intervene in situations where consent has not or cannot be given.

• To create an environment in which sexual assault is unacceptable and survivors are supported.

You can learn more about this initiative at ItsOnUs.org.

2015 Psi Upsilon Leadership Institute Aaron Boe, a national speaker and leading consultant on preventing sexual misconduct and abuse in relationships,

led workshops at the 2015 Leadership Institute. In his programs Aaron addressed: • Sexual assault prevention.

• Relational violence prevention.

• Healthy relationships.

• Bystander intervention.

Campus Clarity Campus Clarity is an online interactive program the reaches every brother in every Psi Upsilon chapter. It takes a strategic approach to culture change from a social psychology and research-based perspective.

Campus Clarity’s prevention programs provide members with a comprehensive foundation in four areas: • Sex in college.

• Partying smart.

• Sexual violence.

• Healthy relationships.

Archons Academy and On-Campus Consultations These efforts were a major topic of conversation at the 2016 Archons Academy and in every chapter visit made by the Fraternity’s professional staff. In addition to Psi U’s efforts, every campus will have its own initiatives that need to be included in each chapter’s overall education program.

Psi U’s educational initiatives are in part funded by contributions to the Annual Fund. With the right educational materials and development programs, Psi Upsilon is perfectly positioned to equip young members with the knowledge and tools they need to both prevent problems and to more fully realize their potential in college and in life.

Remembering Charles S. P. Hodge Gamma ‘68 Charles S. P. Hodge, Gamma ‘68 (Amherst College) died of heart failure on June 18, 2015. An Honorary Life Member of the Executive Council, Charlie was 68 years old.

After graduating from Perkins School for the Blind in 1964, Charlie enrolled at Amherst. Fiercely independent, Charlie memorized the layout of the campus, and, with the aid of his cane, he found his way to classes and everything else. Charlie attended many Amherst sporting events, and he enjoyed explaining exactly what was happening on the field of play.

He had an encyclopedic knowledge of sports, history, politics and trivia. A devoted member of Psi U, he majored in political science and graduated cum laude.

In 1971 Charlie received his law degree from Harvard, passed the bar exam and moved to Washington, D.C. An appellate attorney for more than 30 years with the federal government, Charlie loved playing bridge, and he remained a great sports fan. When Washington landed a professional hockey team, Charlie was one of the first to sign up for season tickets.

As an official of the American Council for the Blind, Charlie was deeply involved in legislative matters in Virginia. He worked for passage of the Virginians with Disabilities Act, a progressive piece of legislation that predated the Americans with Disabilities Act by five years.

Charlie’s determination and independence were legendary.

He never complained about being blind, and, despite that handicap, he lived a fuller life than many who had no handicaps. He played the hand he was dealt, and he played it superbly.

Remembrances of Charlie Hodge.

“He was a great inspiration to me and the other Rho brothers when we re-activated the chapter in the 1970s.

He also provided great guidance and mentoring to me when I transferred to Washington, DC in the 1980s. I’ll never forget him taking me to a Washington Capitals hockey game.

Brother Hodge actively participated at Executive Council meetings and his moderating points of view were appreciated during some turbulent times for our Fraternity.”

– Jim Swanke, Rho ’80 (University of Wisconsin) “I remember having dinner with him at the 161st Convention in Williamsburg. He recalled fondly the Convention at the Omicron, laughing about the series of disasters that happened during it, which made it all the more memorable.”

– Thomas J. Fox, Omicron ’00 (University of Illinois)

Charlie Hodge and Mariann Williams at the 2011 Convention.

“I met Charlie at the Gamma chapter house my sophomore year at Amherst, and marveled at Charlie’s ability to play Whale’s Tails as easily as if he could see everyone at the table. So much so that we played a version in Charlie’s honor called “anti-social tails” where we turned all the chairs around and sat so you couldn’t see the other players.

But we were never as good at it as Charlie.”

– J. Martin Brayboy, Gamma ’84 (Amherst College) “I laughingly remember one night at one of my first Conventions when Charlie advised me to order double the number of pizzas because the discussion, after a couple of hours “was just getting started.” He was one of the most thoughtful and helpful brothers I ever met.”

– Brad Corner, Omicron ’72 (University of Illinois) “Charlie once asked me to accompany him to the street after a meeting in New York, so he could hail a cab. I am not sure he really needed me, but it being NYC and all, maybe two fares were more likely to get attention than one with a cane. All I had to do was get a cab to stop and Charlie was off to the train station and back to DC, on his own. Charlie needed very little and it taught me that sometimes a “handicap” is a handicap, only if you let it be.

– Chuck Hall, Nu Alpha ’72 (Washington & Lee) “I first met Charlie at the DC Convention in 1988 and at subsequent Psi U Conventions and functions over the following years. I would also visit with him occasionally down at the Department of Labor where he served as an attorney. He was always in high spirits, immensely thoughtful and extremely engaging.”

– Gary Pan, Eta ‘86 (Lehigh University) “Charlie phoned the International Office often to get updates on every chapter and issue of the day. His knowledge of Psi U was encyclopedic and his memory was phenomenal.

When he attended the DC Convention banquet in 2011, I was quick to grab the seat next to him, knowing the evening would be full of great stories and intelligent conversation.”

- Mariann Williams, Director of Development

Young Leader Grateful for Skills, Growth in Psi U

“I push people.”

For University of Wisconsin senior Hasan Nadeem, Rho ‘16, two Psi U values stand above the rest as most important to him as a person.

“Intellectual engagement and service to society,” he notes, “are both testaments to serving something greater than you. If you’re going to do anything worthwhile with your life, it comes in serving a cause greater than yourself. I don’t think you can do one of these well without the other, really.”

– doing what’s best for every member while at the same time doing what’s best for the organization.”

Some of the tougher discussions have come up when he felt members weren’t working up to their potential.

“I had to learn to switch from being a friend to being a leader ... I think they’d definitely say I have very high expectations. I push people, but I hope in a good way.”

Hasan is working to leave his mark in other ways, as well.

He spearheaded compiling the chapter’s bylaws to afford the group better structure. He’s also concentrated on deepening the brothers’ compassion and respect for others. “That’s always one of my big things.

I co-founded a campus organization called We’re Better Than That. It combats sexual assault and some of the brothers are involved in that.

Reflecting on the personal I also started a chapter growth the Fraternity has philanthropy to support the afforded him, Hasan shares: UW Carbone Cancer Center.

We’re supporting it as a tribute “My parents immigrated from to one of our brothers whose Hasan Nadeem, Rho ‘16 (University of Wisconsin).

Pakistan, and growing up in mother passed away from Brookfield, Wisconsin, I didn’t know much at all breast cancer when he was in high school.” about fraternities. I know it sounds pretty cliché, but Psi U has helped me grow a lot, guiding me in who At the chapter’s first major fundraiser held last I value and what I value. I think my college years semester, nearly 100 participants gathered at a local wouldn’t have been quite as productive or fruitful sports complex for a night of fun and competition, without the structure and opportunities I’ve had.” raising close to $2,000 for the cancer center.

As Rho chapter president, Hasan’s commitment to putting these values into practice earned him a Psi Upsilon Foundation scholarship acknowledging his commitment to moral, intellectual, and social excellence. This 2015-2016 recipient of the Benjamin T. Burton, Chi 1921 Award calls it an honor to be recognized by his brothers.

When Hasan was elected chapter president for the current school year, he set his sights on raising the chapter’s accountability and structure. “We’re a very young chapter,” he notes. “And for me the biggest challenge has been trying to make everybody happy

“How to motivate people to perform to their highest potential is not the easiest thing to learn. Really, only a few positions allow you to do that; being a fraternity chapter president is one of them. I’m grateful to have had this chance.”

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Celebrate the Theta Theta’s 100th Anniversary at the 2016 Leadership Institute and the 173rd Convention to be held June 17 – 20,172nd 2016 Psi Upsilon

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Friday, June 17

The 172nd Psi Upsilon Convention will be held in East Lansing, Michigan 4:00 p.m. Opening Convention under theSession auspices of the Epsilon Nu chapter at Michigan State University.

6:00 p.m. Cookout at Theta Theta chapter Each chapter is required to send three official delegates to the Convention – two undergraduate brothers and one alumnus. The official delegates cast votes on resolutions presented before the governing body of Psi Upsilon.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Leadership Institute with More than three brothers tracks for undergraduates and alumnican and should attend the weekend long Convention.

Educational 12:00 p.m. Scholarship Luncheon programing will include tracks for alumni and undergrads.

6:00 p.m. Dinner cruise on Lake Washington

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Sunday, June 19

In addition, brothers are encouraged to bring their families and friends for 9:00 a.m. – the Noon Committee social activities.meetings This year, our host chapter is sponsoring a riverboat 2:00 p.m. Closing sessions dinner cruise, which will be an event not to be missed.

6:30 p.m. Group photo and reception 7:00 p.m. Closing banquet and Awards Ceremony Watch for an invitation to attend the Convention, either in total, or in separate events such as the scholarship luncheon, the awards banquet and the dinner cruise. More information is online at www.psiu.org

More information and registration at www.psiu.org

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