Chapter News
by John Holloway • December 2007 • 5 Comments •
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Angelo State (Beta-Alpha)
Dillon Koen (2008) was elected IFC president, A.J. Lopez (2010) IFC secretary, Chance Fincher (2009) IFC treasurer, Brandon Gardner IFC rush chairman, and Tanner Langston IFC academic chair.
Chapter members volunteered at the YMCA’s pee-wee league baseball tournament, while another group of undergraduates helped with Christmas decorations at the Santa Fe Depot Train Station Museum, an annual chapter tradition.
Alberta (Epsilon-Rho)
John Windwick (1986) serves as the commissioner of the Canadian Finals Rodeo, an annual indoor championship held in Edmonton, Alberta. A graduate of the University of Alberta, he was named the chapter’s 2007 alumnus of the year.Arkansas (Gamma-Chi)
With its new associate class, the chapter has expanded to 162 undergraduate members.
Chapter members hosted the annual Watermelon Bash on October 11, 2007, benefiting the North American Food Drive. With participation from all sororities on campus, the event raised 55,863 pounds of canned food for local food banks and homeless shelters, including The Benton County Women’s Shelter, Life Source International, and The Seven Hills Homeless Shelter.
Prior to each home football game, chapter members organized a tailgating event for undergraduates, parents, and alumni on the chapter’s front lawn.
Boston (Alpha)
Thilo C. Agthe (1984) received the International Trademark Association 2007 Volunteer Service Award for the advancement of trademark law on November 8, 2007, during the association’s annual leadership meeting in Orlando, Florida. He currently serves as senior counsel for the law firm of Wuersch & Gering LLP in New York City, New York.Butler (Alpha-Alpha)
Bill Lynch (Butler 1977), interim head football coach for Indiana University, was awarded a four-year contract after the Hoosiers went 7-5, their best season since 1993. He was featured in the Cross & Crescent.Central Florida (Beta-Eta)
Michael L. DeBerry (1998) died October 5, 2007. A U.S. Air Force veteran of the Gulf War, he was an electrical engineer for Conax Engineering.
Cincinnati (Gamma-Gamma)
Alumni members from 1957-1962 held their 7th annual reunion from October 25-29, 2007, in Phoenix, Arizona.Connecticut (Zeta-Lambda)
Chapter members held a clothing sale, raising nearly $5,500 for the North American Food Drive.
Colorado (Gamma-Mu)
Book Worm Angels was founded in 1999 by Kermit Myers (1951), a retired entrepreneur. Since its inception, the organization has collected over 1,000,000 books, and is serving more than 100 schools.Denver (Alpha-Pi)
In November 2007, the Student Advisory Committee elected Greg Hearing (2009) Grand High Sigma, a term he will hold until October 2008.
East Tennessee State (Iota-Omicron)
Kenny Chesney (1990) was named Entertainer of the Year at the 41st CMA Awards held on November 14, 2007, in Nashville, Tennessee.Eastern Michigan (Sigma-Kappa)
The chapter increased its membership from two to 15 in one semester.
Chapter members participated in Miles for Medals, a statewide walk to help raise money for the Special Olympics.
Alumni members helped host multiple chapter fund-raising events, including a casino night organized by Jimmy Wade (1968), and chapter phone-a-thon. The combined events raised more than $2,000, eliminating the chapter’s debt in only two weeks.Elon (Delta-Pi)
Nearly 100 members and friends attended Elon’s homecoming on October 26-28, 2007. Chartered on September 19, 1992, the chapter was celebrating its 15th anniversary and has initiated 388 members since its founding.
Evansville (Iota-Mu)
Ryan Anderson (2008), Ryan Vaal (2008), Andy Morris (2010), and Scott Meyer placed 2nd in Phi Mu’s Rock 4 Riley, the sorority’s annual lip sync competition benefiting the Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Florida (Epsilon-Mu)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta ruled to form an Alumni Control Board to operate as the chapter’s governing body with a focus on improving associate member education, preparation and exemplification of the Initiation Ritual, and harm reduction.
Georgetown (Kappa-Omega)
Twenty associate members were initiated in March 2007, making the chapter the largest fraternity on campus.
At the spring 2007 Greek Awards banquet, the chapter received the President’s Cup for best overall fraternity. In addition, former chapter President Cary Lester (2007) was named Fraternity Man of the Year, and Chapter Adviser Dr. Michael Cairo was recognized for his chapter involvement.
During the 2007 Watermelon Bash, chapter members raised $1,200 for Project Compassion, a philanthropic program that helps feed children in Guatemala.
Approximately 37 alumni and undergraduate members participated in the annual alumni golf challenge held in August 2007. The event raised more than $2,000 for the chapter’s endowment.
Georgia Tech (Beta-Kappa)
The chapter won 2nd place overall for homecoming and received the award for the largest display. Executive Vice President Bill Farkas (Butler 1988) was the chapter’s homecoming guest.
Hampden-Sydney (Kappa-Eta)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta approved the re-colonization of our chapter at Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia. The chapter was declared inactive in February 2004 due to risk management violations and debt to the General Fraternity.
Indiana (Alpha-Omicron)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta ruled to form an Alumni Control Board to operate as the chapter’s governing body with a focus on improving associate member education, preparation and exemplification of the Initiation Ritual, and harm reduction.
Indiana State (Iota-Epsilon)
More than 120 alumni attended homecoming on October 20, 2007, and enjoyed a barbecue hosted by Larry Oteham (1979), Rex Oteham (1977), and Steve Dirker (1981).
Louisville (Zeta-Sigma)
Chapter Educational Chairman Jeremy Watts (2008) is helping raise awareness regarding the issue of disabled students’ lack of involvement in Greek life. He is currently one of only three disabled Greek students, all of whom are Lambda Chis.
Maryland-College Park (Epsilon-Pi)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta approved the nomination of Jon Williamson (1965) for the George W. Spasyk Order of Interfraternity Service, which he will receive at the 52nd General Assembly in Phoenix, Arizona. Williamson retired as the executive vice president of the North-American Interfraternity Conference in July 2007.Mercer (Zeta-Omega)
In November 2007, the Student Advisory Committee elected Tristan Fry (2008) Grand High Theta, a term he will hold until October 2008.
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta appointed Mark “Fletcher” McElreath (Mercer 1987) as Grand High Phi. He was previously serving a two-year term as Grand High Epsilon. McElreath is a partner with Alston & Bird LLP in New York City, New York.Michigan Tech (Phi-Phi)
Chapter President Joe Carpenter (2007) was named Greek Student of the Month for October 2007 by the university’s Panhellenic Council.
Millsaps (Theta-Eta)
Chapter members were invited to join the following honor societies: Adam Golsby (2001) and Edgar Meyer (2010) — Tri-Beta National Biological; Brian Hall (2008) — Financial Management Association; James Rice (2009) — Phi Sigma Tau-Philosophy; Matthew Black (2009), Kyle Doherty (2008), Rice, Thomas Richardson (2008), and MacDougall Womack (2008) — Phi Alpha Theta-History; Black and Josh Smith (2010) — Mu Phi Epsilon-Music; Justin Huckaby (2010) — Alpha Psi Omega-Theater; Luke Darby (2009) — Order of Omega; Darby; Jonathan Webb (2008) — Lambda Sigma-Service; Bjorn Carlsson (2008), Woods Curry (2008), and Darby — Omicron Delta Kappa.
Nevada-Las Vegas (Delta-Lambda)
Charles W. Schlager (1941) died November 17, 2007. He was captain of the college varsity football team and earned a Bronze Star for his service in World War II as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps.
New Mexico (Zeta-Mu)
Salvador A. Cicero (1994), a principal of the Cicero Law Firm, P.C., was awarded the El Humanitario Award by the Cook County State’s Attorney in Chicago, Illinois. Presented during Hispanic Heritage Month, the award honors Hispanic members of the community who deserve special recognition for their contributions as lawyers and outstanding citizens.North Carolina State (Gamma-Upsilon)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta approved the nomination of James W. Owens (1968) for the Order of Achievement award, which he will receive at the 52nd General Assembly in Phoenix, Arizona. Owens is the CEO and chairman of Caterpillar Inc. and was featured in the August 2007 Cross & Crescent.Northwestern (Alpha-Iota)
Undergraduates, parents, and professors participated in the chapter’s teeter-totter-a-thon held on November 2, 2007. The event raised more than $1,300 for Better Existence with HIV, a local organization for low-income residents living with HIV/AIDS.
Oklahoma (Gamma-Rho)
Jack D. Shannon (1965) died October 31, 2007. A Vietnam veteran with the U.S. Air Force, he was a recipient of the Bronze Star. Shannon was a retired research scientist from Argonne National Laboratory, as well as an author of many articles on atmospheric physics.
Penn State (Zeta)
Approximately 120 undergraduates, alumni, and guests celebrated the chapter’s 95th anniversary on November 10, 2007 in State College, Pennsylvania. Notable attendees included Director of Chapter Services John Holloway (High Point 1993). The event was highlighted by the re-dedication of the Doty Room to Mrs. Duane Doty, widow of Order of Merit recipient Duane Doty (Franklin and Marshall 1943), who served for a number of years as the chapter adviser.
Charles B. Krebs (1959) died October 15, 2007. A former U.S. Army reservist, he was president of Kreco Electric, a business started by his father.
Philadelphia Area Alumni Association
Approximately 15 members of the Philadelphia Area Alumni Association attended a reception on November 14, 2007, at The Public House in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Attendees included former Fraternity staff members Jeff Glauser (Jacksonville 1999), Joe Schneggenburger (Kentucky 2000), and George Taylor (High Point 2001). For more information, or to become a part of the association, please contact Glauser at send2jg@hotmail.com.
San Diego Area Alumni Association
Approximately 30 alumni, along with their guests, attended a San Diego Area Alumni Association event held aboard Lew Fay’s (San Diego State 1965) yacht. The event included a buffet and live entertainment.
Southeastern Oklahoma (Pi-Sigma)
Chapter President Allen Howard was crowned 2007 homecoming king.
Southern Methodist (Gamma-Sigma)
Hon. Terry Means (Southern Methodist 1971) resigned from his position as Grand High Phi in October 2007 due to an increase in responsibilities as a district judge for the Northern District of Texas.Texas (Alpha-Mu)
After co-founding Crescent Real Estate Equities, taking it public, and selling it for $6.5 billion in August 2007, John Goff (1977) is eager to begin his next adventure. A significant part of his new focus will revolve around his philanthropy work and The Goff Family Foundation.Tulsa (Epsilon-Upsilon)
Chapter members held Watermelon Fest 2007 during the week of September 9, 2007. Events included a pageant, watermelon games, and an auction. The event announcer was Grant Cooper (2007), and other alumni attendees included Pip Cardnell (2007) and Alex Schaible (2007).
Alumni and undergraduate members attended a Founders Day alumni banquet on October 12, 2007, at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma, celebrating the chapter’s 70th anniversary. Highlights of the event included a video slideshow, keynote addresses by Chapter Adviser Tom Bell (1988) and chapter President Nick Doctor (2008), and presentations of chapter service awards to Andy Row (2004) and Brandon Riggs (1999).
Troy (Sigma-Tau)
As a result of some core alumni support and the True Brother Initiative, the chapter has improved its performance and added 29 associate members during its recent recruitment. To celebrate the chapter’s progress, alumni, undergraduates, and parents gathered during parents’ weekend for several events, including a reception, golf outing, tailgate party, and dinner.
Washington (Alpha-Psi)
In 2005, Phil Friedman (1996), John Fiala (1996), Mitch Morando (1996), Brad Newcomer (1996), and Kurt Shintaffer (1996) formed the Madhouse Project benefiting the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance in Seattle, Washington. The non-profit organization held its 2007 Night Out for a Cure charity event on April 14, 2007, and raised almost $100,000.
Andy McLauchlan (1978) died October 29, 2007. A dedicated and active alumni member, he was an executive vice president for SSA Marine, the largest port and rail terminal operator in the United States.
Western Carolina (Beta-Zeta)
Kevin R. Vasquez (1979), chairman, president and CEO of Butler Animal
Health Supply, was given the 2007 Western Carolina University Distinguished Alumni Award for Professional Achievement. He is also the 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year recipient for Ohio and Kentucky. Vasquez has served the Fraternity as chairman of the board of Investment Advisers, as well as a board member for the Educational Foundation.
Health Supply, was given the 2007 Western Carolina University Distinguished Alumni Award for Professional Achievement. He is also the 2007 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year recipient for Ohio and Kentucky. Vasquez has served the Fraternity as chairman of the board of Investment Advisers, as well as a board member for the Educational Foundation.
Wilmington College (Colony 288)
In November 2007, the Grand High Zeta approved the colonization of a chapter at Wilmington College in Ohio.
Jeffrey Esbenshade Says:
December 2nd, 2007 at 9:29 pmNice story about Congressman
Ron Paul from Texas.
Kevin P. Brady class of 1977 U. of South Dakota
is a good brother who would give you a story,
he is a Congressman from Houston, Texas. GOP.
I am sure if you call his office in Wash D.C.
he would be glad to give facts and pictures.
John Gose Says:
December 3rd, 2007 at 8:05 amI wish it was posslble for the local chapters to realize the importance of this section to the alumni of the fraternity. The new Cross and Cresent via email is fantastic and directly corresponds to modern communications techniques. This section represents a proven way of consistantly contacting their alumni and is the first section go to when received. I’m always disappointed when I see no news from my chapter.
Todd Ellinwood Says:
December 3rd, 2007 at 3:45 pmI agree with John Gose’s above comments. I haven’t heard anything from my Brothers @ Zeta Delta (USC) for a very, very long time.
All of our Undergraduate Brothers need to understand that most Alumni are a great resource.
My oldest Son is a Legacy Brother @ University of Oregon and his chapter has a weak connection with their Alumni.
My youngest son is a Sigma Chi @ ASU (Lambda Chi was kicked off campus about 7 years ago)
His chapters connection with Alumni is extremely strong.
Is there a nationwide problem that National should address with each chapter on an ongoing, moving forward basis?
Todd Ellinwood
ZD 404
Jeff Steele Says:
December 28th, 2007 at 4:24 pmThe Fraternity lost a dedicated and inspiring Brother with Andy McLauchlan’s passing. In addition to the details above, Andy served as chief of Staff for Senator Dan Evans (R-Wa.)in the 80’s and as budget director for the state of Washington. He had a major impact in revising the financial affairs of the state govenment.
At SSA Marine, which is the largest port and and rail terminal operator in the WORLD, he worked with two other Brothers and classmates from Alpha-Psi Zeta, John Hemingway, the CEO, and Bob Waters, the other Executive Vice President.
While an active, Andy served in several chapter offices and was Student Body President of the University of Washington.
Larry Brinkley Says:
January 2nd, 2008 at 1:51 pmJust a big thanks to Hon. Terry Means for giving his time over the last few years on the GHZ. I had the privilege and honor of serving with him and know he gave all he could to make our fraternity one of the greatest. May the court system be a better place with him in charge of his particular sector. May his wisdom keep us safe. It is really great to see a judge take the time to help our undergraduates by sharing with them.