Event Schedule Overview
by Dan Hartmann • July 2008 • No Comments •
Many beginnings are made throughout life. Most of those beginnings find an end. Few true followings cross multiple generations and realize continued growth. Lambda Chi Alpha celebrates 100 years of True Brotherhood in 2009.
What Do 100 Years Mean to Me?
A few years ago, a friend in his mid-90s talked to me about his youth in the early 1900s. He said, “There were no airplanes, no automobiles, no televisions, no telephones, no indoor toilets, no electricity in the houses, and almost no store-bought food.” I asked what were the most important things at that time. He replied “Same things that are important today: love, integrity, family, friends and an education.”
One hundred years is a long time but placed in perspective, most equate the events and progress accomplished with such a period. During the past 100 years we have improved in that we now have modern material conveniences; however, while we have become more educated, there remains an undisputed need for many of the attributes that seem to be most important. In equating years with the progress made by humanity, I feel that the next 100 years can be successful and productive if we can improve human responses by integrating the attributes found in the True Brother Program into our society. Time moves rapidly but human compassion and service move at a snail’s pace.
Futuristically, 100 years seems like a period of time that we can improve our world by having our brothers and others establish appropriate responses to human and world needs. This can be a period in which we become even a more highly positive force for the important things in life. If we and others do not accomplish this, the next 100 years is going to be a hell of a long time.
– Former Grand High Alpha Dr. Murphy Osborne (High Point 1958)
Throughout the Centennial Celebration year, Lambda Chi Alpha will feature articles each month to focus on the then and now of the past 100 years.
In addition, each article will include thoughts from a wide array of alumni and undergraduates who answer the question, “What does 100 years mean to me?”
Regional Centennial Receptions
The Centennial Celebration year also is packed with an exciting schedule of events, receptions, and celebrations. From Seattle to Naples, Toronto to San Diego, and everywhere in between, 30 cities in North America will play host to alumni Centennial Celebration receptions.
To find a reception near you click here.
International Centennial Celebration
Two more monumental events for 2009 include the International Centennial Celebration in Indianapolis and the Centennial Historical Tour of Boston.
The International Centennial Celebration is July 31–August 1, and the Centennial Celebration Historical Tour of Boston is November 6–7. For further information on the Celebration and/or Tour, please contact Dan Hartmann at dhartmann@lambdachi.org.
Centennial Conclaves
Lastly, active chapters will be uniting in the spring of 2009 to meet in a spirit of brotherhood at regional conclave celebrations.
Conclaves will provide an opportunity for undergraduate and alumni brothers to share in fellowship, training, and leadership development. The following colleges and universities will host a Conclave Centennial Celebration in the spring:
- Akron
- Arkansas State
- California-Polytechnic
- Denver
- Florida Southern
- High Point/UNC-Greensboro
- Oregon State
- Purdue
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- Saint Josephs
- Simpson
- Texas-San Antonio
- Troy
- Vanderbilt
Lambda Chi Alpha will officially kick off the Centennial Celebration year at the Purple, Green and Gold Banquet on Saturday night, July 19th during the 52nd General Assembly.
Look for more relevant Centennial information in this section of the Cross & Crescent in the months to come.
