Chapter News
by John Holloway • July 2007 • 11 Comments •
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Butler (Alpha-Alpha)
Bill Lynch (1977) was named the head football coach at Indiana University for the 2007 season. Since 2005, Lynch has served as the assistant head coach and offensive coordinator.
California-Santa Barbara (Zeta-Eta)
Keith M. Carter (1961) died April 25, 2007. Carter was an attorney, a former U.S. Navy judge advocate, and an accomplished clarinet player.
Cincinnati (Gamma-Gamma)
Don J. Allen (1957) died June 6, 2007. He was chapter president, student body treasurer, and also received the Alpha Rho Chi medal for the student with the highest combination of grade point average and contribution to the university. He later founded the Allen House Interior Design, where he worked from 1971 to 2002.
Cornell (Omicron)
Approximately 200 alumni, chapter members, and guests gathered on April 21, 2007, in Ithaca, New York, for the centennial celebration of the “Mug & Jug.” Notable attendees included Grand High Iota Dr. Ralph Wilhelm Jr. (1967), Executive Vice President Bill Farkas (Butler 1988), Fannie Mae Chairman of the Board and Cornell Trustee Stephen Ashley (1962), Cornell President David Skorton, Cornell Dean of Students Kent Hubbell, and Cornell Associate Dean of Fraternity and Sorority Affairs Travis Apgar.Denver (Alpha-Pi)
Steve Shotsberger (1996) is the new resort manager for Malliouhana Hotel and Spa on Meads Bay, Anguilla, in the British West Indies.
Drury (Theta-Sigma)
John B. Garber (1950) died June 9, 2007. A U.S. Navy veteran, he worked in education for nearly 30 years and retired from his job as a community education specialist for the Michigan Department of Education in 1981.
Eureka (Theta-Chi)
Frederick W. Millard (1949) died August 7, 2005. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served in World War II, where he earned the Bronze Star Medal. Millard later became a teacher and retired in 1983. He was a member of the Greater Peoria Area Sports Hall of Fame, the Illinois Coaches Association Hall of Fame, the Athletic Directors Association, and the Eureka College Athletic Hall of Fame.
Florida State (Zeta-Rho)
James V. Hilburn (1966) died May 4, 2007. A U.S. Army veteran, he began practicing law in 1971, and was most recently a partner in the firm of Hilburn & Sumner, LLC. In addition to his legal practice, he was actively involved in developing residential, commercial, and professional real estate, and served as a director of the Morris State Bank.
Georgia (Nu)
Charlie Gatlin (1970) was named deputy commissioner for tourism and
marketing for the Georgia Department of Economic Development. In addition to his new position, he also will continue to serve as executive director of the Georgia Allies, a public-private marketing partnership of 15 statewide economic development organizations that markets Georgia to select target industry sectors.
marketing for the Georgia Department of Economic Development. In addition to his new position, he also will continue to serve as executive director of the Georgia Allies, a public-private marketing partnership of 15 statewide economic development organizations that markets Georgia to select target industry sectors.
Gettysburg (Theta-Pi)
Chapter members earned a cumulative 3.09 GPA, first among all fraternities and better than the all-men’s average.
Geoff Cramton (2008) serves as IFC president, previously serving as vice president.
Hartford Area Alumni Association
Approximately 12 alumni members attended the Hartford Area Alumni Association reception held on May 8, 2007, at the Shuttle Meadow Country Club in Hartford, Connecticut. The event was hosted by John Kowalsky, father of Adam Kowalsky (Washington & Lee 2007).
Houston Area Alumni Association
Approximately 25 area alumni and chapter members from Sam Houston State University attended the Houston Area Alumni Association reception held on June 14, 2007, to recognize the undergraduates for receiving their charter. This event also marked the formal launch of the area alumni association.Indiana State (Iota-Epsilon)
Charlie DeMaio (1973) is the new director of development for the Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation, with responsibilities for planned giving, major gifts, and estate planning. Previously, DeMaio held positions within the packaging industry for 30 years, including vice president of sales, division manager, and national accounts manager. Having served as chapter secretary and vice president, he also is a past president of the Indiana State Alumni Board of Directors.Kansas (Zeta-Iota)
Chapter members won the 2007 fall softball intramural championship with an undefeated record. After being down 11-1 in the final game, the Lambda Chis made an incredible comeback in the last three innings highlighted by Cory Nelson’s (2009) three home runs.
Former Fraternity staff member, Scott Zerger (2000) was named the executive director of the Johnson County Library Foundation in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. Previously, he served as the executive director of the Olathe Public Schools Foundation in Olathe, Kansas.
Memphis (Zeta-Theta)
After growing Office Pride into a successful company with more than 100 franchises, former Fraternity staff member Todd Hopkins now enjoys being a bestselling author. His latest book, “The Janitor,” will be released in the United States on July 17, 2007.Mercer (Zeta-Omega)
Timothy F. Palmer (2006) works as a research engineer for the Georgia Tech Research Institute.
Miami-OH (Zeta-Upsilon)
Chapter members earned a cumulative 3.2 GPA, fourth among all fraternities, and better than the all-men’s, all women’s, and all-campus averages.
Michigan State (Gamma-Omicron)
Approximately 45 alumni members participated in a golf event on June 9, 2007, at the Brentwood Country Club in White Lake, Michigan, followed by a dinner and awards ceremony. Robert Esquinas (1977) and Al Fracassa (1954) received the Claude Erickson Founders Award for outstanding professional careers, and Mark Hoag (1971) was named Alumni of the Year.
Robert M. Scheifele (1955) died February 17, 2007.
New Orleans (Lambda-Alpha)
Chapter members participated in the New Orleans University’s Relay 4 Life benefiting the American Cancer Society. Led by team leader Christopher Saybe (2007), the chapter placed first in all event competitions, and Jonas Dominique (2010) was recognized as the overall highest fund-raiser. Chapter members raised nearly $4,000, winning the Bronze Team Award.New York City Metro Area Alumni Association
Approximately 50 alumni from 35 chapters attended a New York City Metro Area Alumni Association reception held on May 9, 2007, at the law offices of Alston & Bird. Hosted by Grand High Epsilon Mark “Fletcher” McElreath (Mercer 1987), other notable attendees included Executive Vice President Emeritus George Spasyk (Michigan 1949), Executive Vice President Bill Farkas (Butler 1988), Associate Director of Alumni Relations Josh Lodolo (California State-Northridge 2004), and the chairman of the New York City Metro Alumni Association Ray Lutzky (Rensselaer 2002). The alumni association currently has 250 members.
North Carolina-Greensboro (Phi-Theta)
John Bryant (2008) was elected student body vice president for the 2007-2008 academic year. The chapter also was named Interfraternity of the Year and Fraternity of the Year.
North Texas (Iota-Zeta)
Michael Conn (1992), of Leslie Higgins Advertising, and Dr. Chris G. Jordan (1994), of The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, received the honor of being named to the ”Ft. Worth Business Press” “40 Under 40″ for 2007.
Jovan Porterfield (1952) died September 22, 2006. Since 1973, he served as the president and principal broker of Tartan Properties, a commercial and industrial real estate firm in Northern Virginia.
Northwestern (Alpha-Iota)
At the 2007 Greek Awards, the chapter won the Outstanding Scholastic Programming Award and was selected as the Interfraternity Council Chapter of the Year. In addition, President Ryan Vogt (2007) was named Fraternity President of the Year.
Phoenix Area Alumni Association
Approximately 12 alumni members from the Phoenix Area Alumni Association held a reception on June 14, 2007, at the Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Arizona. This was the association’s second social function since its inception in January 2007.
Sewanee-South (Iota-Nu)
One of only 50 college seniors, Joshua B. Harris (2007) was awarded a post-graduate fellowship from the Thomas J. Watson Foundation. As a result of his winning proposal, Harris will spend the next year in Eastern Europe studying train travel and the social impact of ice hockey.
Southern Methodist (Gamma-Sigma)
Andrew C. Moreton (2007) was selected as a finalist for Southern Methodist University’s A. Kenneth Pye Outstanding Greek Leader Award. Started in 1996, this award recognizes students with the outstanding balance of scholarship, community involvement, campus involvement and a personal commitment to the ideals in their fraternity and sorority rituals.
Texas State-San Marcos (Lambda-Phi)
Powers Boothe stole the show last season in the Fox TV hit series “24,” and for three seasons in HBO’s critically acclaimed “Deadwood.” He also is starring in “The Final Season,” a family movie about a legendary high school baseball team from Norway, Iowa.Wake Forest (Theta-Tau)
After a remarkable career at Wake Forest University, Chaplain Emeritus Ed Christman received the university’s highest honor, the Medallion of Merit. As a spiritual leader for nearly 50 years, he touched countless lives as a friend and counselor to generations of students.Washington (Alpha-Psi)
Grand High Gamma Dr. Greg Smith (1962) announced his retirement from the University of Florida after a 40-year academic career. During a retirement party held by the Florida College of Dentistry, the dean announced that Smith was being promoted to professor emeritus after his official retirement date on June 30, 2007.Washington, D.C. Area Alumni Association
Hosted by Rand Goodman (Cincinnati 1982), approximately 46 alumni attended the Washington, D.C. Area Alumni Association reception held on May 10, 2007, at JW Marriott Hotel Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C.
Western Kentucky (Lambda-Lambda)
Approximately 18 alumni members participated in a golf event held on May 18, 2007, at the Seneca Golf Course in Louisville, Kentucky. After golf, the alumni enjoyed dinner together at the Coach Lamps Bar and Grill.William Jewell (Epsilon-Nu)
Grand High Alpha Dr. Ed Leonard III (1979) was appointed the 13th president of Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas. Previously, he served as vice president for college advancement at Wilmington College in Wilmington, Ohio, since 1998. During his tenure at Wilmington, Leonard’s accomplishments included directing the largest fund-raising campaign in the college’s history, doubling annual giving, expanding the number of donors by 71 percent, and securing the largest gift in the college’s history — $3.5 million to build a Quaker Heritage Center.Worcester (Pi)
Joe Klimek (1994) has accepted a position with CSI, a computer software reseller. A Fraternity staff member for the past three years, Klimek served as chief financial officer for Lambda Chi Alpha, Lambda Chi Alpha Educational Foundation, Lambda Chi Alpha Properties, and chief operating officer for Lambda Chi Alpha Properties.
Tim McLeod Says:
July 3rd, 2007 at 10:14 amCongratulations to Charlie Gatlin on his recent appointment. Just wanted to let him and others know that one of our distinguished brothers, Doug Byrd has also served in the same capacity with the North Carolina State Government. He has been the director of Economic Development and held other similar positions. His contact info is as follows:
Doug Byrd (Doug)
NC Department of Commerce
Community Relations Manager
301 North Wilmington St., 4301 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-4301
Email: dbyrd@nccommerce.com
Phone: 919-733-4985
Fax: 919-733-8356
Tim McLeod Iota Upsilon East Carolina University
Bill Beams Says:
July 3rd, 2007 at 10:21 amDo we ever plan to go back to the printed Cross and Crescent? IN ZAX Bill
Bill Deeks Says:
July 3rd, 2007 at 12:21 pmCongratulations to Brother Ed Leonard on his new position heading Bethany College in Kansas. It’s a most fortunate institution to get a great guy with finely developed senses of intuition & perspective. They are going to be well served.
In ZAX,
Bill Deeks
Alpha-Lambda 789
Oregon State University
Larry Brinkley Says:
July 3rd, 2007 at 1:42 pmGood for you Brother Leonard! Congradulations on the new,exciting job as a College President. I know several that can feel your excitment and pain. The college must have read the fine print. Best wishes in the year to come.
Yours in ZAX,
Larry Brinkley
Iota Zeta 433
University of North Texas
Ken Masters Says:
July 3rd, 2007 at 4:18 pmWould like to see Omega. How do I get it?
Clay Gooch Says:
July 4th, 2007 at 9:27 amI am so sorry to hear of the death of Jim Hilburn. Jim and I were in the same pledge class and were initiated together into Zeta-Rho at Florida State University. He eventually served at High Gamma and I was the High Kappa during his time of service to the fraternity. He was a good guy, loved Lambda Chi, and served us well during a very exciting time at Zeta-Rho. I remember that he and Sammy McAlexander were high school buddies from Dublin, Ga. and came to FSU and Zeta-Rho to serve our fraternity well. I lost track of them after graduation, but they, and many others of those years (1962-65)will always have a place in my heart. May Jim rest in peace, and may God bless and console his family and friends.
Clay Gooch
Zeta-Rho #334
dale smith san diego 1971 Says:
July 5th, 2007 at 10:33 pmcould we establish a feature like a “list serve ” function where brothers ( old and active ) could communicate within their Zeta’s or other chapters?I think this would provide a valuable benefit for us all.
dale smith Says:
July 5th, 2007 at 10:38 pmCould a “list server ” function be established to allow alumin and active’s to communicate within their chapters or other zeta’s ? This would a very useful function and I would hope it would not be very difficult to do. thanks
dale smith
zpz 413
san Diego
John Schmitt Says:
July 9th, 2007 at 1:55 pmBrother Ed Leonard,
Many congratulations on being named President at Bethany College. What a great honor and achievement!
FYI our 30th anniversary celebration was a fantastic event. It should be carried in the next issue of the C & C. Marty Smith did a great job representing LCA. Thank you for your nice note of congrats on the anniversary.
ZAX
John Schmitt
Phi-Alpha 12
Eastern Illinois University
Mike Kellar Says:
July 10th, 2007 at 11:18 amBrother Leonard,
A standing ovation for your appointment! Bethany College got one of the best in you! Best wishes in a long and prosperous career!
Also - I want to publicly thank Brother Frank Maez for taking time out of his busy schedule to be our keynote speaker at our Founder’s Day event this past spring. His presentation was outstanding and his presence was memorable! Thanks Frank for helping your brothers at Theta Lambda!
Eternally in ZAX
J Michael Kellar
Theta-Lambda 1035
Simpson College
Dr. Marvin P. Sondalle Says:
July 24th, 2007 at 10:12 pmI am very proud to learn that my chapter has been doing so well academically. We had a strong academic house when I was an undergraduate in the 1950’s and we had a good number of brothers who had just returned from serving in the armed forces. Keep up the good work. Dr. Marvin P. Sondalle, A.I 480