July 2006 issue

Sun’s Loss, Adobe’s Gain

by Chris Barrick

John Loiacono (Fresno State 1984)After 20 years of honing his management skills at Sun Microsystems, John Loiacono recently joined Adobe Systems as the new senior vice president, creative solutions. In his new role, he has responsibility for the development, delivery, and marketing of Adobe’s entire creative software portfolio.

Cochrun Knows News

by Jason Pearce

Tom CochrunTom Cochrun is an Emmy-winning journalist who is now the TV news director for WISH in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has a passion for quality journalism and a unique business approach to managing the newsroom.

NBC Talent Executive

by Tad Lichtenauer

Russ MarkRoss Mark is the talent executive for NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Usually behind the scenes for Jay Leno, Mark is now in front of the camera for “Last Comic Standing.”

Departments

Chapter News

Local News: Chapter news, alumni news, and report of death.

Carpet Ride Unraveled

Fraternity News: The truth behind Steppenwolf’s song “Magic Carpet Ride.”

Commons Clubs’ Influence on the Fraternity

History: A little remembered student organization had a major influence on some of our earliest chapters.

Podcast for July 2006

Listen: Download and listen to the July 2006 podcast.

Voices

Member Stories: A community blog where members write about their fraternal experiences.