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ALUMNI MAGAZINE VL 1

THE ALUMN-US r e t p a h C o i n o t n A S an n o i t i d E r a e Y e h t f o g r O S tu d e nt

M. CALDERON

EDITOR'S LETTER

MY NAME IS MARTIN CALDERON, THE CHAPTER ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICER AND MAGAZINE EDITOR. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US IN THIS FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THE ALUM-US MAGAZINE, A NEW, YEARLY PUBLICATION ALL THINGS SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER & ALUMNI. WE DEDICATE THIS TO OUR BROTHERS, AT-LARGE AND IN SAN ANTONIO, WHO HOLD OUR COLORS HIGH. THE SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER, OUR ALUMNI BOARD OF TRUSTEES, AND OUR COMMUNITY THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUOUS SUPPORT AND GENEROSITY. THIS IS FOR Y’ALL. I NEVER IMAGED JOINING A FRATERNITY. STARTING MY UNDERGRADUATE EXPERIENCE, I JOINED COUNTLESS ORGANIZATIONS, I FLOATED AROUND AND NEVER FOUND A PLACE TO CALL HOME. 2 YEARS LATER, I MET A WONDERFUL WOMAN, HEATHER LOCKWOOD, SENIOR DIRECTOR OF FIELD OPERATIONS FOR DELTA CHI. SHE PERSUADED ME TO GIVE OUR BELOVED FRATERNITY A CHANCE. IN ALL HONESTY, SHE HAD ME BY THE SECOND SENTENCE. SHE THEN INTRODUCED ME TO MANNY MACIAS, THE MAN WHO CREATED THE SAN ANTONIO DELTA CHI CHAPTER, WE IMMEDIATELY CLICKED. JOINING DELTA CHI NEVER FELT LIKE A BURDEN, NOR A JOB. I WASN’T FORCED TO LEARN AN OUTRAGEOUS GREETING WHEN FACING AN ACTIVE MEMBER, NOR FORCED TO REMEMBER ANYONE’S SILLY NICKNAME. THEY LET ME BE ME. THAT WAS SOMETHING SPECIAL. ALL OF US, THE FOUNDING FATHERS, AGREED TO ONE SINGULAR PRINCIPLE AT THE INCEPTION OF THIS EXPERIENCE: BE DIFFERENT. THAT’S EXACTLY WHAT WE DID. IN 2019, WE FILLED THE HALLS OF A&M- SAN ANTONIO WITH A FRESH, NEW PERSPECTIVE. OUR FIRST TEST, STARTING A FUNDRAISER. WE NEEDED MONEY AND FAST. HOWEVER, WE FELT IT BORING TO ADOPT A NORMAL FUNDRAISER. FRITO-PIES? OVERDONE. CHIPS & HOTDOGS? TOO PLAIN. COFFEE AND DONUTS? TOO EASY. WE NEEDED A STIMULATING AND DYNAMIC FUNDRAISER. THEN, ABOUT A WEEK LATER, KENNY HUYNH, OUR CURRENT PRESIDENT, THREW OUT THE IDEA, “LET’S DO BOBA TEA!” WE ALL HESITATED, BUT THE LONGER WE DISCUSSED IT, THE MORE INTRIGUED WE BECAME. BY THE MEETINGS END, WE HAD FOUND OUR FUNDRAISER. NOW, THE FUN BEGAN. THE BROTHERS MET UP AND PRACTICED, TAKING HOURS, AND I DO MEAN HOURS, TO HELP THIS BROTHERHOOD SUCCEED FINANCIALLY. NEVER HAD I SEEN SUCH AN ARDOR FOR ANYTHING IN MY LIFE, IT WAS EXTRAORDINARY. A SIMPLE MIXTURE OF SYRUP, MILK, ICE, AND TAPIOCA BALLS BROUGHT US ALL TOGETHER. THAT SAME YEAR, WE CLAIMED 8 AWARDS, 1 FROM OUR UNIVERSITY, AND THE 7 FROM DELTA CHI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS (IHQ). OUR UNIVERSITY GRANTED US THE HIGHEST HONOR WE COULD RECEIVE, AT THE TIME, THE NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR AWARD. IHQ CHOSE US FOR THE RAYMOND D. GALBRETH CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT, AS A COLONY. A COLONY HADN’T WON THAT AWARD SINCE 1933, A TRULY HISTORIC MOMENT FOR US. THE AWARDS MADE US HUNGRIER, WE VOWED TO IMPROVE OUR EFFORTS NEXT YEAR AND USE OUR SUCCESSES AS A FOUNDATION FOR A BETTER FUTURE. WHEN DELTA CHI FOUND ME, I WAS LOST. SINCE CHILDHOOD, I’VE SUFFERED FROM ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION. IT HAUNTS ME TO THIS DAY. I CLOSED UP IN SOCIAL SETTINGS, I STUTTERED WHEN SPEAKING TO NEW PEOPLE, AND I NEVER STEPPED OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE. THIS BROTHERHOOD CHANGED THAT. THE CONSTANT SUPPORT AND CHALLENGES FROM MY BROTHERS BOLSTERED MY GROWTH, IN SPITE OF THE OVERWHELMING DISCOMFORT. AS A RESULT, I TOOK A LEAP OF FAITH, I RAN FOR STUDENT BODY VICE PRESIDENT. TAKING THE STAGE AND EXPRESSING MY OPINIONS ON STUDENT ISSUES WAS TERRIFYING. I HAD TO STEP INTO THE LIMELIGHT, SHAKE HANDS, AND WOO PEOPLE I’D NEVER MET BEFORE. WHAT A GUT-WRENCHING EXPERIENCE. HOWEVER, I DID NOT TRAVEL THIS ROAD ALONE, DELTA CHI STOOD BY ME. FOR EVERY WORRY I EXPRESSED, A BROTHER OFFERED A KIND WORD. FOR EVERY ANXIETY OR STRESS, A BROTHER GAVE AN EMBRACING HUG. ON APRIL 6TH, I GOT THE NEWS. ZACH, KENNY, ISAAC, AND I WERE TRAVELING TO OUR VERY FIRST DELTA CHI REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. WE LAUGHED, JAMMED OUT, AND TOLD JOKES IN THE CAR. WE LAUGHED SO HARD; I ALMOST DIDN’T NOTICE MY VIBRATING PHONE. I LOOKED AT THE SCREEN, LA-TIEKA SIMS, MY RUNNING MATE. I IMMEDIATELY TENSED UP; MY ANXIETY KICKED IN. THREE SECONDS INTO THE CONVERSATION, I DREW A TEAR. THE BALLOTS WERE IN, WE WON. TWO YEARS LATER, I WRITE THIS LETTER AS A FORMER STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE TO THE A&M- SYSTEM BOARD OF REGENTS AND CHANCELLOR, REPRESENTING MORE THAN 100,000 STUDENTS, A FORMER LEGISLATIVE AIDE FOR TEXAS HOUSE DISTRICT 114, AND CURRENT STUDENT LEADING OUR UNIVERSITY’S WELLNESS STATION EFFORTS, TO COMBAT A COVID-19 OUTBREAK. WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF THIS MAGAZINE. IN HONOR OF OUR EFFORTS, WINNING THE HIGHEST HONORS FROM OUR UNIVERSITY, WE DUBBED THIS 1ST ITERATION THE STUDENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR EDITION. LET THIS PUBLICATION INSPIRE DX CHAPTERS ALL OVER THE WORLD, CHALLENGE FUTURE MEMBERS OF THE SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER, AND ENCOURAGE MEN TO JOIN DELTA CHI. IN THE BOND,

MARTIN CALDERON ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICER

TABLE OF CONTENTS 04 MY BROTHERS KEEPER

BY JUAN ESPINOZA

06 NEWEST ALUMNI 09 STATE OF THE CHAPTER

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CHAPTER QUIZ EXECUTIVE BOARD OFFICERS ALUMNI BOARD OF TRUSTEES CALL TO ACTION

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JUAN ESPINOZA SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER ADVISOR & ALUMNI INITIATE

MY BROTHERS KEEPER TEXT AND PHOTOS BY JUAN ESPINOZA Texas A&M- San Antonio is a special place to me. It’s where I received my undergraduate degree and where I will earn my Masters. On this campus, I’ve worked with the most amazing higher

Photo above demonstrates Juan's involvement in the Dear World event. "I am my brothers keeper" is written along botth arms.

Photo to the right is Juan and his longtime friend and mentor, Ms. Jo Anna Benavides-Franke, Dean of Students at Texas A&M- San Antonio.

education professionals in the state. This campus, however, is also where I found Delta Chi, or should I say – where it found me.

It was one afternoon that Manny, a consultant for Delta Chi, visited my office with great enthusiasm and an intoxicating smile.

To this day, we all still hold him in a high regard. He explained his role in the colonization process for the Delta Chi Fraternity around the country and pitched me our Delta Chi values: philanthropy, education, brotherhood, justice, networking, and connection. I was intrigued and I carved out some time to speak more intimately.

Later, when we sat down, he elaborated on his mission and offered me the opportunity to become the inaugural advisor for the incoming San Antonio colony. He shared his phone number, in case I had questions, and gave me 24 hours to think about it. I had made my decision before he left my office.

My brothers keeper continued...

Since then, Delta Chi has played a very big role in my duties as a professional on campus. I attended 90% of all colony meetings, fundraisers, and recruitment events. I was a new advisor with a young, audacious eboard, their leadership & personal development was my responsibility. I felt it necessary to be there, always lending an ear or a hand. In fact, I had several, and I do mean several, meetings with the inaugural colony President, Zachary Franckowiak. We spoke about his vision and struggles during our first year of operation.

As a result, one day, Zachary told me, the brotherhood had talked about me becoming an alumni initiate. That took me by surprise. The chapter saw me as a wonderful advisor and lifelong friend. I accepted; I was honored.

Within the same semester, the University had a “Dear World” event, a powerful virtual storytelling experience, come onto campus to provide the Jaguar community with a unique platform to tell about a significant moment in our lives. I dedicated my photo shoot and message, which was written on my arms, to the chapter. I wrote “My Brother’s Keeper,” I felt like I was gaining a family that I could lean on, as much as it leaned on me. I committed to mentor, guide, motivate, inspire, and develop every brother I came across.

On Founder’s Day, October 13th, 2019, I was initiated as an alumni. Becoming an Alumni initiate has been, to date, the best decision I’ve made in my life.

What I’ve gotten from this brotherhood is endless: friendship, memories, laughter, connection, and a future with an organization which I respect and love. Any person yearning to provide mentorship and guidance give the San Antonio chapter your time and energy.You won’t regret it.

Every day, the young men of this colony push the envelope, strive for excellence, and care for each other. Their efforts led to a cabinet full of trophies, hearts full of love, and minds filled memories to last a lifetime. It is my honor to guide this organization’s impact on our wonderful campus.

WELCOME

OUR NEWEST ALUMNI

Clayton Jaskinia Kosciusko, Texas Age 23 B.A. in Education, EC-6 Founding Father Inaugural "C" Spring '20 AMC Brother Clayton Jaskinia, our rock, our leader, and our role-model. Mr. Jaskinia made an impact on Delta Chi the minute he set his foot in his first E-Board meeting. Prior to joining the brotherhood of a lifetime he brought extensive leadership experience with int being the Lead Jaguar Ambassador, Speaker of the Senate for the Student Government Association, and Chancellor's Student Advisory Council Representative.

Mr. Jaskinia authored and spearheaded some of our greatest efforts, including the 5 Year Plan Committee and the Chartering Banquet Committee. His impact will be felt by future generations of Delta Chi's. He was a critical part of the foundational generation of our chapter.

With his efforts, and those of many brothers, we ended our 2nd full year with a cabinet of trophies, including Student Organization of the Year for Texas A&M- San Antonio and Region III Regents Cup.

We are beyond elated to announce that his success, hard-work, and dedication in college have paid off!

Mr. Jaskinia will be starting a full-time position at Edgewood ISD, Wrenn Middle School as a 7th Grade History Teacher this fall.

Congratulations, we love you!

Giovani Ramires San Antonio, Texas Age 23 B.A. in Criminology Giovani Ramires, our silent devil and most warm-hearted brother. He joined our colony in his last semester of college, in the wake of COVID-19.

Although his experience has been mostly virtual and non-traditional, that hasn't stopped his motivation to check-on brothers, message them, and make sure they feel cared about.

Giovani started his college career Northeast Lakeview Community College in Fall 2015. He immediately immersed himself into education. albeit with no general "career" or "tack" in mind. Nevertheless, he pressed forward. He transferred to A&M- San Antonio in Fall 2018 where he got bit by the student involvement bug! He joined the campus activities board (CAB) his second semester and staffed events, created and maintained campus traditions, and overall, improved the student morale.

Through the efforts of Giovanni and the other CAB student workers, the transition to online learning was made smoother.

We met Giovanni at many events on campus. He never failed to stop by and say hello. Throughout our conversations and interactions we've learned one thing, his genuine personality. He'll greet you with the same energy, and charisma consistently, something rare in any person. As we say, like it? Put a bid on it! So we did. He enthusiastically accepted and everything is history.

Brother Giovanni enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University for his masters in Education.

Congratulations, we love you!

State of the Chapter ZACHARY FRANCOWIAK, INAUGURAL SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER "A"

Hello, my name is Zachary Franckowiak, and I was given the privilege of being the first President of the Delta Chi chapter at Texas A&M University- San Antonio. Our first year was an exciting one! From the initiation of our Founding Fathers (first class of members) to receiving an award

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This past semester can be summarized differently. It presented unique obstacles not only for us, but for the world as a whole. The coronavirus and subsequent quarantine was not what we predicted or imagined. Our graduating seniors became disappointed, our men discouraged, and our amazing momentum seemed to stagnate. Plans of a double recruitment period and innovative fundraising ideas were halted. Forced to complain or change, the strength of our bond and culture brought forth light where some saw little. One brother, David Mantiply, created a daily "quarantine challenge", a cumulative point system with daily engaging tasks or thoughtprovoking questions in hopes of boosting morale. It succeeded magnificently and is now a tradition.

Together we've experienced a lot in our first 1.5 years and we're grateful for it all. Although I have since left my role as President, I am extremely confident that the culture of this organization will remain strong and influence the great chapter & leadership decisions. We are excited for what Fall 2020 holds, although slightly nervous, we think of this more as excitement.

It tests our grit and puts us in an environment that challenges our character. I've seen these men embody courage during many unfortunate circumstances, and our focus from the beginning has always been conquering the challenges ahead, to leave future members with a solid framework of support, values, and knowledge so that they too may succeed.

Myself, the Alumni Board of Trustees, as well as the other men within Delta Chi are thrilled for the future ahead of us, and we’re so glad to have you as a part of our journey.

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SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER AWARDS

2019

*Delta Chi IHQ Award **University Award

**New Student Organization of the Year *Excellence in Financial Management *Achievement in Member Education *Achievement in Manpower *The Marge Lee Outstanding "C" Award The "E" Key Award *Raymond D. Galbreth Certificate of Achievement

2020

*Delta Chi IHQ Award **University Award

*Region III Regents Cup **Community Service of the Year Award **Advisor of the Year Award **President of the Year Award **Student Organization of the Year Award *Excellence with Distinction in Promoting Friendship *Excellence with Distinction Advancing Justice *Excellence with Distinction Assisting in the Acquisition of a Sound Education *Excellence in Achievement in Developing Character *Community Impact Award *Advisor of the Year Award

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

DECEMBER 1ST, 2018

JANUARY 17TH, 2019

JANUARY 24TH, 2019

Founding Fathers

1st Greek Showcase

1st Tabling Session

THE STORY BEGINS! THE FOUNDING FATHER CLASS IS INITIATED! A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO HEATHER LOCKWOOD, MANUEL MACIAS, AND MAX HARPER FOR STARTING OUR BELOVED CHAPTER!

THE SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER PARTICIPATED IN THEIR VERY FIRST GREEK SHOWCASE. THIS IS A VIBRANT AND TRADITION FILLED EVENT WITH GREEK ORGANIZATIONS ON CAMPUS STROLLING, MIXING, AND MINGLING.

THE SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER HELD ITS VERY FIRST TABLING SESSION ON CAMPUS!

JANUARY 21ST, 2019 DECEMBER 8TH, 2018

Christmas Caroling Tradition THE BROTHERS VISITED HUNTERS POND WITH MASA, THE MEXICAN AMERICAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION. THEY SANG CAROLS, HELD CONVERSATIONS, AND ENTERTAINED THE ELDERLY AT HUNTERS POND REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE CENTER.

1st MLK March THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BOASTS THE LARGEST MARTH LUTHER KING MARCH IN THE NATION. THE COMMUNITY, LEADERS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND OUR BROTHERS MARCHED 2.75 MILES TO HONOR THE LATE DR. KING AND THOSE WHO FOUGHT FOR FREEDOM AND EQUALITY.

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

FEBRUARY 12TH, 2019 “Spread the Love”

JANUARY 26TH, 2019 San Antonio Alumni Reception THE FOUNDING FATHERS ATTENDED THE DELTA CHI FRATERNITY, SAN ANTONIO ALUMNI RECEPTION. THEY MET BROTHERS FROM CHAPTERS ALL OVER THE NATION.

ITHE BROTHERS CREATED AN EVENT CALLED, “SPREAD THE LOVE WITH DELTA CHI”. THE BROTHERS PASSED OUT WHITE CARNATIONS AND CHALLENGED THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY TO TAKE A PHOTO WITH A LOVED ONE AND THE FLOWER, FOLLOW US AND TAG US ON INSTAGRAM, SO THAT THEY’D BE ENTERED FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $50 GIFT CARD. THE IDEA WAS TO HAVE DELTA CHI PAY FOR YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER! AS A RESULT, OUR FOLLOWING SKYROCKETED AND AS DID OUR RECOGNITION.

FEBRUARY 2ND, 2019

FEBRUARY 16TH, 2019

1st Letters DX

1st Associate Member Class, Alpha Class

OUR BROTHERS CAME TOGETHER AND CREATED OUR WOOD LETTERS FOR THE FIRST TIME. EVERY NEW CLASS WILL CREATE THE NEWEST FRATERNITY LETTERS, REPLACING THE PREVIOUS ONES. THIS SYMBOLIZES OUR COLONIES COMMITMENT TO ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD AND TO HOLD OUR NEWEST MEMBERS IN HIGH REGARD, AWAY FROM THE CLUTCHES OF HAZING.

ON THIS DAY WE WELCOMED OUR VERY FIRST ASSOCIATE MEMBER CLASS. ALTHOUGH 3 POTENTIAL MEMBERS TOOK THE OATH AND PIN, ONLY ONE BECAME A FULL-FLEDGED ACTIVE MEMBER, HENCE HIS NICKNAME OF “ALPHA.”

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

MARCH 26TH, 2019

APRIL 13TH, 2019

MAY 17TH, 2019

1st Boba Tea Fundraiser

1st Jaguar Awards

1st Festival De Cascarones

THE CHAPTER STRIVED TO CREATE CAMPUS TRADITIONS. OUR BROTHERS SPENT HOURS BRAINSTORMING ON A NEW IDEA THAT COULD RAISE FUNDS AND CAMPUS MORALE. AS A RESULT, THE BOBA TEA FUNDRAISER CAME TO FRUITION.

ON THIS SPECIAL DAY, THE CHAPTER SAW ITS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY PAY OFF, THE COLONY WON THE OUTSTANDING NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR AWARD. THIS CAN ONLY BE WON ON YOUR FIRST YEAR ON CAMPUS!

ON THIS DAY, BROTHERS JOSHUA KYLLINGSTAD AND PAUL TREVINO GRADUATED AND BECAME OUR FIRST SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER ALUMNI.

APRIL 6TH, 2019

APRIL 28TH, 2019

1st Region III, Regional Leadership Conference

1st Festival De Cascarones

THE CHAPTER SENT 7 EAGER BROTHERS ON A LONG ROAD-TRIP TO LUBBOCK, TEXAS FOR THEIR FIRST REGION III, REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE TEXAS TECH CHAPTER FOR THEIR HOSPITALITY AS THEY GRACIOUSLY OFFERED LODGING.

THE BROTHERS PARTICIPATED IN THEIR FIRST FESTIVAL DE CASCARONES AT TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- SAN ANTONIO. THEY SOLD MEXICAN SODAS AND SPREAD THE MESSAGE OF DELTA CHI.

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

MAY 30TH, 2019

AUGUST 27TH, 2019

1st Jimmy V Fundraiser

1st Colony Scholarship Recipients

WE RAISED $1,002 FOR THE JIMMY V FOUNDATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH. THE BROTHERS SOLD RASPAS AT THE BARBACOA & BIG RED FESTIVAL IN SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS.

BROTHERS ZACHARY FRANCKOWIAK, KENNY HUYNH, AND ISAAC “ALPHA” RODRIGUEZ RECEIVED THE COLONY’S VERY FIRST SCHOLARSHIPS!

AUGUST 12TH, 2019

SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2019

1st Delta Chi Awards

Delta Chi IHQ Awards Presentation

OUR BROTHERS RECEIVED THEIR VERY FIRST AWARDS FROM DELTA CHI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS. THEY RECEIVED EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, EXCELLENCE IN SCHOLARSHIP, ACHIEVEMENT IN MEMBER EDUCATION, AND ACHIEVEMENT IN MAN POWER.

THE BROTHERS RECEIVED DELTA CHI INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT, AARON OTTO! HE PRESENTED THE DELTA CHI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS AWARDS FOR THE YEAR OF 2019: 1. EXCELLENCE IN SCHOLARSHIP 2. EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 3. ACHIEVEMENT IN MEMBER EDUCATION 4. ACHIEVEMENT IN MANPOWER, 5. MARGE LEE OUTSTANDING "C" AWARD 6. "E" KEY AWARD 7. RAYMOND D. GALBRETH CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

SEPTEMBER 21ST, 2019 OCTOBER 12TH, 2019

NOVEMBER 2ND, 2019

Beta Class Pinning Ceremony

2nd DX Letters

Ring Ceremony Fundraiser

ON THIS DAY, WE GRACIOUSLY WELCOMED OUR 2ND CLASS OF ASSOCIATE MEMBERS. 100% OF BIDS WERE ACCEPTED!

A NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER CLASS MEANS A FRESH SET OF LETTERS. BROTHERS RILEY ROBERTSON, RAMIRO AMARO, ADAM MONTEMAYOR, AND GAGE GAITAN MADE OUR SECOND ITERATION OF COLONY LETTERS. A HUGE THANK YOU TO BROTHER CLAYTON JASKINIA AND THE JASKINIA FAMILY FOR HOSTING WITH A BBQ AND GRANTING US THEIR BACKYARD AND TOOLS TO CONTINUE OUR WONDERFUL TRADITION.

STRIVING TO PUT ON ORIGINAL FUNDRAISERS, THE CHAPTER SOLD WHITE CARNATIONS TO RING RECIPIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ON RING CEREMONY DAY. THIS WAS A FIRST, NO STUDENT ORGANIZATION HAD EVER RAISED FUNDS DURING THE RING CEREMONY.

OCTOBER 2ND, 2019

OCTOBER 19TH, 2020

1st Book Drive

1st Delta Chi Homecoming King

OUR BROTHERS ORGANIZED THEIR VERY FIRST BOOK DRIVE FOR "SA READS," A LITERACY PROJECT IN SAN ANTONIO TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN READING ON GRADE LEVEL.

ON THIS DAY, OUR INAUGURAL “A”, ZACHARY FRANCKOWIAK, BECAME THE VERY FIRST MR. A&M- SA HOMECOMING KING IN THE SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER'S HISTORY. A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO HIS RUNNING MATE, MS. KATRINA KING, FOR A GREAT RUN AND PARTNERSHIP.

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

NOVEMBER 26TH, 2019

JANUARY 29TH 2020

1st Greek Thanksgiving

1st Pie-A-Chi

THE BROTHERS PARTICIPATED IN THE INAUGURAL ALL GREEK COUNCIL SPONSORED FRIENDSGIVING TO UNITE ALL GREEK ORGANIZATIONS ON CAMPUS. WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR ALL OUR GREEK BROTHERS AND SISTERS ON CAMPUS!

THE BROTHERHOOD STARTED A NEW TRADITION, THE ANNUAL PIE-A-CHI EVENT. STUDENTS PAID TO PIE A BROTHER IN THE FACE AND TAKE A FUNNY PHOTO!

DECEMBER 3RD, 2019 1st Lights of Esperanza THE BROTHERS PARTICIPATED IN THEIR FIRST LIGHTS OF ESPERANZA EVENT, A&M-SA'S WINTER FESTIVAL. THEY HELD A TABLE TO MAKE CARDS FOR THE BELOVED SENIOR CITIZENS AT HUNTERS POND.

FEBRUARY 8TH 2020 2nd Regional Leadership Conference THE BROTHERS TOOK A LONG ROADTRIP TO LOUISIANA TECH FOR THE ANNUAL REGOIN 3 REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. THERE WE RECEIVED THE "REGENTS CUP," WHICH RECOGNIZED SAN ANTONIO AS THE BEST CHAPTER IN THE REGION.

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

FEBRUARY 16TH 2020

APRIL 1ST-30TH 2020

Gamma Class Pining Ceremony

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

ON THIS DAY, WE WELCOMED 6 NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBERS TO THE CHAPTER. THESE MEN HAVE LED THIS FRATERNITY AND MADE THEIR MARK FROM THE START.

THE BROTHERS PARTICIPATED IN SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS. BROTHERS WORE TEAL, PURPLE, AND JEANS TO RAISE AWARENESS.

MARCH 26TH 2020 1st Virtual Meeting COVID-19 DIDN'T HALT OUR OPERATIONS! ON THIS DAY, WE HELD OUR FIRST VIRTUAL CHAPTER MEETING.

JUNE 1ST – JUNE 30TH, 2020 THRIVE Youth Center Philanthropy IN THE MIDST OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, OUR BROTHERS ORGANIZED A FULLY VIRTUAL FUNDRAISER. THIS IS A FIRST FOR THE CHAPTER AND A STUDENT ORGANIZATION AT TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY- SAN ANTONIO. THROUGH THEIR AUDACIOUS EFFORTS, THEY RAISED $2335.00 FOR THE THRIVE YOUTH CENTER, AN EMERGENCY LGBTQIA+ YOUTH HOMELESS SHELTER. THIS IS OUR LARGEST AMOUNT RAISED TO DATE! A SPECIAL THANKS THE COALITION, THE LGBTQIA+ STUDENT ORGANIZATION, AT A&M- SAN ANTONIO, FOR ASSISTING US IN THE VENTURE!.

TIMELINE SAN ANTONIO COLONY

JULY 8TH, 2020

AUGUST 27TH, 2020

2nd Jaguar Awards

2nd Delta Chi IHQ Awards

THE CHAPTER, ON THIS DAY, WAS HONORED WITH 5 AWARDS AT THE JAGUAR AWARDS, THE CAMPUS LIFE CEREMONY AT A&M- SAN ANTONIO. THE MOST PRESTIGIOUS ACCOLADE, THE STUDENT ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR AWARD, WAS GIVEN TO THE CHAPTER FOR THE FIRST TIME.

THE CHAPTER REAPED THE REWARDS OF IT'S LABOR! THE BROTHERS TOOK HOME 6 AWARDS AND MADE FINALIST FOR THE PRESIDENT'S CUP, THE HIGHEST HONOR FOR THE DELTA CHI FRATERNITY.

AUGUST 24TH, 2020

SEPTEMBER 19TH 2020

Virtual Recruitment Season Starts

Gamma Class Initiation & Delta Class Pinning

COVID-19 FORCED ALL CAMPUS OPERATIONS TO GO VIRTUAL, OUR RECRUITMENT SEASON WAS NO EXCEPTION. THROUGH THE LEADERSHIP AND GUIDANCE OF OUR RECRUITMENT CHAIR, RAMIRO AMARO, WE RECRUITED 8 PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBERS, OUR LARGEST CLASS TO DATE.

THE PANDEMIC HALTED ALL SOCIAL OPERATIONS, OUR GAMMA CLASS BROTHERS FELT THE BRUNT OF THAT, AS THEY HAD TO WAIT AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME FOR THEIR INITIATION. HOWEVER, ON THIS DAY, GAMMA CLASS OFFICIALLY BECAME FULL FLEDGED DELTA CHI'S. OUR DELTA CLASS, ALSO, EXPERIENCED THE BROTHERHOOD BOND. THEY ATTENDED OUR VERY FIRST SOCIALLY DISTANCED PINNING CEREMONY.

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PHOTOGRAPHS TAKE BY ALBERT JOHN MORENO, GAMMA CLASS MEMBER AND ASSOCIATE MEMBER. AJ IS A SAN ANTONIO NATIVE, AGED 22, AND LOVES SHOES!

ASTHETICALLY AJ I N S T A G R A M :

@ A S T H E T I C A L L Y A J

by Albert "AJ" Moreno Jr.

Chapter Quiz!

Who is your chapter twin?

1.) You’re at Whataburger, what do you order? a. Bacon & cheese burger, with bacon. b. Patty melt c. Honey BBQ chicken strip sandwhich 2.) Only a nice day, you like to ______. a. Play golf b. Walk my dog c. Play soccer 3.) A genie grants you 1 wish, what is it? a. Pay off my house b. Buy a truck c. Power to teleport 4.) My music playlist has to have ______. a. Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton b. TeamSESH c. Mia by Bad Bunny & Drake 5.) ______ is dumb. a. Ketchup on hotdogs b. Not wearing your facemask c. Game lag 6.) _______ & _______ are essential(s). a. Hair-gel & iPhone b. Archery & my music c. Hygiene & working-out 7.) I cannot live without _______. a. Candy b. Family c. Video Games

Add up your score!

A=0 B=1 C=2

0-3 Points

Brian Guerra

Ever heard of Ol' reliable? That's you! Your circle is tight knit and relies on you for advice and wisdom. You are a key player in all facets of your life!

YOU ARE: - WISE - GROUNDED - RELIABLE - PRINCIPLED

5-9 Points

Francisco Aguirre

You are the life of the party! High energy, a great sense of humor, and smiles follow you everywhere you go!

YOU ARE: - CHARISMATIC - RISK TAKER - FUN - HIGH ENERGY

10-14 Points

Abraham Sanchez

You are the chillest person in the room. People admire your sense of collectedness. Adaptability is your game!

YOU ARE: - CALM - RESERVED - CONFIDENT - VERSATILE

Advancing JULY 29TH 2020

Justice

THE THRIVE YOUTH CENTER IS AN EMERGENCY HOMELESS LGBTQ+ YOUTH SHELTER WE RAISED $2,235 FOR THE THRIVE YOUTH CENTER

Executive Board Year 2020-2021

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER

KENNY HUYNH Chapter "A" President

I was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey and moved to San Antonio, Texas at the age of 13. I am a first generation student and an only child; my older brother passed away at age 3. In my spare time I enjoy reading, fishing, camping, hiking, boxing and playing sports.

Senior Computer Information Systems Major, concentration in Project Management I aspire to be an IT Project Manager after graduation.

First Generation Jaguars Member Transfer Student Mentor

RILEY ROBERTSON Chapter "B" Vice- President

I've lived in San Antonio my whole life. All throughout high-school my main focus was our bowling team, which I went to state for in an all-district tournament. In my free time, you can find me researching or working with computer hardware.

Sophomore Criminal Justice Major I aspire to become a criminal investigator.

E-Sports Athlete for A&M- San Antonio: collegiate Call of Duty

ROLANDO CAMACHO Chapter "C" Secretary

I am 20 years old striving to do my absolute best to support those around me and reach my best self. I love my friends, video games, books, musical instruments, and learning.

One of the luckiest things I have found is people who will be on my side until the bitter end. I like to call those people "my kind," and most of them are in this Chapter.

Psychology Major, English minor I aspire to be a professor Vice President of the Psychology Club, and undergraduate research assistant.

DAVID MANTIPLY Chapter "D" Treasurer

I'm a non-traditional student at A&M- San Antonio, I'm excited for graduation! My hobbies include cooking, hanging out with family and friends, paint-balling, watching sports and playing video games. When i'm not working you can find me hanging out with my son.

Senior Accounting Major I aspire to be a non profit accountant or the athletic director of a university.

Transfer Student Mentor May's Center Financial Literacy Fellow

MARTIN CALDERON Chapter "E" Alumni Relations

I'm born & raised in San Antonio, Texas. I have an immigrant mother and 2 siblings, they are my rock. I enjoy politics, debating, and reading.

Senior History Major, Minor in Political Science I aspire to work in a legislative office as a staffer after graduation.

Former Student Body Vice- President Former Student Ambassador LGBTQ+ Student Organization Member

GAGE GAITAN

Chapter "F" RIsk Managment Officer

Born with an old soul, and a passion for graphic design, photography, music, animation, Film editing, etc. and basically the entertainment media industry itself.

Traveling anywhere in pursuit of all these and more in trying to capture life's gifts, living in the moment enjoying the earths and human kinds gracefulness.

Senior Business Management Major I aspire to work in the information technology field.

National Society Leadership & Success Member

ALUMNI BOARD OF TRUSTEES YEAR 2020-2021

SAN ANTONIO CHAPTER

GEOFF RACY ABT President

My Delta Chi journey began in the fall of 1995 at the Illinois State Chapter. Over the past 25 years, I have worked in the financial and surveillance industries in several different capacities. This includes casino surveillance, private investigation, surveillance of military facilities, and federal banking regulations. Delta Chi accompanied me every step of the way.

Wells Fargo Consumer & Small Business Operations Success Specialist The Chapter aggressively strives to be (and are) the exemplary fraternity on campus.

University of Kansas Alumni

JUAN ESPINOZA '16 Chapter Advisor

I'm currently a graduate student at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, pursuing a degree in Clinical Mental Health with aspiration in obtaining my LPC. I have two amazing children, Jonathan, 20, and Amelia, 5.

When I'm not in the office, I'm hanging out with friends and family.

Transfer Student Engagement Coordinator in the Office of New Student Programs at A&M-San Antonio The San Antonio chapter makes me proud every day!

Texas A&M- San Antonio Alumni

CODY WITTMAN' 15 "BB" Chapter Advisor

Born in Chicago, I moved to attend the University of Texas at Austin where I joined Delta Chi. Since college, I have worked in college athletics and the insurance world with USAA. My wife Emma & I are expecting our first child in March. At any given point, I am watching soccer from anywhere in the world at all hours of the day.

Coastal Windstorm Insurance Professional with USAA I love the Chapter's ability to create a strong bond, and be a campus and community leader from the very beginning: These guys have no learning curve.

University of Texas at Austin Alumni

CLAYON JASKINIA '20 ABT Member At-Large

I am currently a teacher at E.T. Wrenn Middle School where I teach 7th grade Texas History. In addition, I cosponsor the Yearbook, and coach the Football and Track teams. I graduated from Texas A&M University- San Antonio in May of 2020 with an degree in Interdisciplinary Studies EC-12 with a concentration in History 7-12. I was also a founding father of the Texas A&M University-San Antonio Delta Chi chapter.

Texas History Teacher The San Antonio Chapter shows what it truly means to be Men of Action Texas A&M University- San Antonio Alumni

PAUL

TREVINO '20 ABT Member At-Large

Born in Sacramento, California I moved to San Antonio at the age of 5 to grow up around family. I'm a graduate of Churchill High School and Texas A&M University- San Antonio. GO Spurs, Cowboys, Astros, Stars, FC Dallas, USMNT, USWNT. Property Tax Consultant This is a chapter full of dedicated men who work hard to accomplish their goals Texas A&M University- San Antonio Alumni

THOMAS

NOONAN '14 ABT Financial Advisor

I'm originally from Michigan, but moved around since my wife joined the Army to become a Physical Therapist.

Currently we're stationed at Fort Drum, NY, where I work on base Soon, though, I'll work as a Real Estate Analyst, picking investment opportunities.

I love the SA Chapter (and it feels great to finally be able to call it a Chapter!) because of how hard they've worked to earn their Chapter-hood - the desire to learn from the advisors, the excitement they have for growth, and their commitment to the Delta Chi values!

Kettering University Alumni

PATRICK JUE '95 ABT Member At-Large

I'm originally from Hollandale, Mississippi and moved to Texas after graduation, I currently reside in Austin, Texas. I've spent my career in finance and I'm married and with one child. I enjoy dragon boating, physical fitness, reading, traveling, sports, and barbequing.

Investment Analyst I want to see Delta Chi successfully expand its footprint not only in San Antonio, but all of Texas.

Mississippi State University

JAMES ANDERSON '90 ABT Member At-Large

I am married to Robyn Eaton, and we have three children; Kaitlyn, Lauren, and James Jr. I've lived in Japan, Hawaii, Greece and Italy before settling down in San Antonio, TX. Executive Advisor for Services to Air Education and Training Command, Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph The growth and success of the young chapter brings me great pride and encourages the hopes of a strong Delta Chi organization in the future.

University of Oklahoma Alumni

GEOFF STOW '97 ABT Member At- Large

I’m married to Amy Bizzell and we have 4 children together. We live locally in San Antonio. I am retired from the US Navy after serving 20 years as a Carrier Pilot.

FedEx Express Pilot I love watching the San Antonio Chapter men create something from scratch while building lifetime friendships!

Michigan State University Alumni

CALL TO ACTION Geoff Racy, ABT President

This semester has been filled with accomplishments both large and extra-large. The TAMUSA Chapter of Delta Chi deserves to be recognized, acknowledged, and celebrated. This summer saw the long awaited and well-deserved awarding of “Chapter Status” to TAMUSA Delta Chi. These men have put in countless man hours and exerted themselves to see this accomplishment come to fruition. Just after receiving this status; the Chapter was honored by Delta Chi IHQ by winning many coveted core competency awards (many with distinction).

The long award list is as follows: Promote Character, Develop Character, Advance Justice, and Assist in the Acquisition of a Sound Education. The Chapter also took home the Community Impact Award as well as Outstanding Chapter Advisor. None of these awards would have been possible without the absolute dedication and commitment of each member of this Chapter. This year has presented a number of tests and trials in the face of COVID and virtual learning. I am absolutely impressed in the ability of the Chapter to overcome and adapt to these encounters. As the ABT President, I challenge each member of this Chapter to continue the legacy created and sustained by their peers. Personal responsibility and our commitment of excellence to the Delta Chi basic expectations, are the ingredients which fuel our fire. I have said this before, and I will say it again; Delta Chi is a lifelong commitment that will long extend after you graduate college. You will spend more time as an Alumnus than you will as an active member. This Chapter has a strong Alumni base that will continue to grow in the coming years. Our beloved Fraternity will celebrate its 130th Birthday this fall. Try to image how proud our original founding fathers would be if they could see the hard work and determination displayed by this Chapter to keep their dream alive. I am proud of each and every member of this Chapter and look forward to observing your many upcoming successes.

Sincerely, Geoff Racy Alumni Board of Trustees President at A&M- San Antonio