Third Annual Master Steward Summit

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2009

Fraternity News: Approximately 40 volunteer alumni brothers and staff attend training event.

World Karate Champion

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2009

Steve Franz (Vincennes)Master Steven Franz began training over 31 years ago at the age of 7 in Goju Ryu Karate. A graduate of Vincennes University, he is considered one of the best traditional karate instructors in the United States and was inducted into the International Budo Society in January 2009.

Brother Answers the Call

by Tad LichtenauerMay 2009

Paul E. Estridge, Jr. (Evansville 1979)Paul Estridge and his company, The Estridge Companies, will be highlighted on the May 17th edition of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” A former chapter president and varsity football player at the University of Evansville, he found the ABC project to be the most energizing, transforming event his company has ever undertaken.

Lance Krall Stars in VH1 Comedy

by Tad LichtenauerMay 2009

Lance Krall (Georgia State 1993)An actor/comedian and former chapter ritualist at Georgia State, Lance Krall served as the keynote speaker at last summer’s 52nd General Assembly in Phoenix. Thanks to a growing fan base during season one, a second season of “Free Radio” is now airing every Thursday at 11 p.m. EDT on VH1. Don’t miss it!

Paul Harvey Signs Off

by Tad LichtenauerApril 2009

paulharveyA honorary brother from Culver-Stockton College, he died February 27, 2009, at the age of 90. A news commentator and talk-radio pioneer, his staccato style made him one of the nation’s most familiar voices.

Time to Register!

by Tad LichtenauerApril 2009

Centennial News: Register today for International Centennial Celebration & Stead Leadership Seminar.

Delaware Brothers Rescue Woman

by Tad LichtenauerApril 2009

True Brother: Brothers remove woman from car moments before train crash.

Brother Featured on ‘60 Minutes’

by Tad LichtenauerMarch 2009

Dr. John McCardell (Washington & Lee 1971)Dr. John McCardell, the founder and director of Choose Responsibility, was featured on the February 22, 2009 edition of this primetime CBS news program. The president emeritus of Middlebury College, he established a nonprofit organization to engage the public in informed and dispassionate debate over the effects of the 21-year-old drinking age.

Obama’s Cookie Guy

by Tad LichtenauerFebruary 2009

Obama CookiesTom Magnani, a Truman State alumni brother and co-owner of Baby Boomer Cafe in Des Moines, has seen cookie sales skyrocket after President Barack Obama’s two daughters endorsed them. Typically selling fewer than 300 cookies a week, they sold 18,000 during Christmas week and hope to have a standing order from the White House.

Core Values in Action

by Tad LichtenauerFebruary 2009

True Brother: Cal Poly chapter receives praise; SMU alumni brother lauded for Treasury work.

Celebrating Lambda Chi’s Legends & Leaders

by Tad LichtenauerDecember 2008

History: As part of a 12-month series, we begin by paying tribute to former CEO Cyril F. “Duke” Flad.

Million Dollar Man

by Tad LichtenauerNovember 2008

Neal E. Boyd (Southeast Missouri 2001)Opera singer Neal E. Boyd won NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” on October 1, 2008, earning a giant paycheck. An alumni brother from Southeast Missouri, he also earned a performance at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. He is currently working on his new album.

Byrne Lived Our Core Values

by Tad LichtenauerOctober 2008

True Brother: A father, husband and DEA agent, he was abducted, killed in New Orleans.

Hall of Famer, Super Bowl Champion

by Tad LichtenauerSeptember 2008

ron-sellersAn All-American wide receiver at Florida State, Ron Sellers was later inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and played on the 1973 Super Bowl VIII champion Miami Dolphins. Today, he is president and CEO of Ron Sellers & Associates, Inc., providing life insurance, employee benefits, and retirement plans.

Former Pittsburgh Steelers Star

by Tad LichtenauerSeptember 2008

True Brother: John Fiala shares his views about loyalty and making family his top priority.

Living Legends Kickoff Centennial Celebration

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2008

Img16678George Spasyk, Doc Dirghalli, and Murphy Osborne captivated attendees during the at 52nd General Assembly final banquet. Legislation highlights and Status of Chapters Committee rulings also included.

2008 Order of Achievement Recipients

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2008

DSC_3153 Robert Kidder, former CEO of Duracell and Borden, and Dr. Timothy Tucker, president of the American Pharmacists Association, receive top honor at 52nd General Assembly. Links to the eight Order of Merit recipient videos also included.

HCA Chairman & CEO Jack Bovender

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2008

True Brother: 2002 Order of Achievement recipient talks about our Core Values.

Adjutant General of Indiana

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2008

MG UmbargerMaj. Gen. R. Martin Umbarger was appointed as the adjutant general of Indiana in 2004. A 39-year veteran and graduate of the University of Evansville, his primary focus is to lead the Indiana Army and Air National Guard.

Visionary College President

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2008

William Troutt (Union)Since becoming president of Rhodes College in 1999, Dr. William Troutt’s leadership and innovative programs have helped the school climb into the top tier of national liberal arts colleges. An alumni brother from Union University, he served previously as president of Belmont University, where he was named one of the nation’s most effective college presidents.

Tackling Higher Ed Costs

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2008

Fraternity News: Innovate programs help offset expenses.

Hollywood Movie/TV Producer

by Tad LichtenauerMay 2008

THE MEXICAN PREMIEREJohn Baldecchi has worked with Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini, and most recently with Al Pacino in the newly-released movie “88 Minutes.” A UCLA graduate, he has leveraged his economics degree into building a successful production company.

Academic All-Star

by Tad LichtenauerApril 2008

Alexander Hertl-Fernandez (Northwestern 2008)Alexander Hertel-Fernandez was named one of the 20 members of USA TODAY’s 2008 All-USA College Academic First Team. A political science major at Northwestern University, he has studied infant mortality in Chile, earned a Rotary Foundation ambassadorial scholarship, and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute research fellowship.

Choose Responsibility Founder

by Tad LichtenauerMarch 2008

Dr. John McCardell (Washington & Lee 1971)Middlebury College President Emeritus Dr. John McCardell is the founder and director of Choose Responsibility, a nonprofit organization established to engage the public in informed and dispassionate debate over the effects of the 21-year-old drinking age. Having sparked renewed interest on this important topic, he will be featured in an upcoming segment on CBS’ “60 Minutes.”

Texas State Legislator

by Tad LichtenauerMarch 2008

Joe Driver (North Texas 1971)Guest speaker at the Fraternity’s 2008 Winter Leadership Retreat, Joe Driver is currently serving his eighth term in the Texas House of Representatives. A former chapter president, he also is a successful businessman, serving as an agent for State Farm Insurance Companies for the past 34 years.

Member Feedback

by Tad LichtenauerMarch 2008

Survey: Seeking your opinions about alcohol consumption and education.

94-Year-Old Tennis Great

by Tad LichtenauerFebruary 2008

Young Mulloy-1Gardnar Mulloy, an Order of Achievement recipient and chapter founder, spent 14 years ranked in the U.S. singles top 10, achieving the No. 1 ranking in 1952. A World War II veteran, and a member of seven halls of fame, he also partnered with Bill Talbert during a 10-year doubles dynasty in the 1940s.

Baker Receives Top Honor

by Tad LichtenauerJanuary 2008

Elgan Baker (Depauw 1971)In November 2007, psychologist Dr. Elgan Baker received the Hans H. Strupp Award, his profession’s highest honor. In addition, he also has served the Fraternity in numerous capacities as an alumnus over the last 35 years.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

by Tad LichtenauerDecember 2007

John Goff (Texas 1977)After co-founding Crescent Real Estate Equities, taking it public, and selling it for $6.5 billion in August 2007, John C. Goff 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.

Rodeo Commissioner

by Tad LichtenauerDecember 2007

John Windwick (Alberta 1986)John Windwick 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.

Award-Winning Poet

by Tad LichtenauerNovember 2007

B.H. Fairchild (Kansas 1964)B.H. “Pete” Fairchild is an award-winning American poet and an English professor at Texas Christian University. His book, The Art of the Lathe, won several prestigious awards and was a finalist for the National Book Award.

Pro Soccer Star Retires

by Tad LichtenauerNovember 2007

Cobi JonesCobi Jones, the Los Angeles Galaxy’s all-time leader in games played, goals, and assists, has retired after 12 seasons. A walk-on at UCLA, he has the most appearances for the U.S. men’s national team and played in the 1992 Summer Olympics.

2006-2007 Order of Omega Recipients

by Tad LichtenauerNovember 2007

Fraternity News Members honored for leadership, community service.

Member Feedback

by Tad LichtenauerNovember 2007

Survey: Seeking your opinions about networking.

NBA Nets’ 1-2 Punch

by Tad LichtenauerOctober 2007

Brett Yormark (Indiana 1988) and Lawrence Frank (Indiana 1992)Together, Brett Yormark and Lawrence Frank have partnered to reinvent the culture of Nets basketball. Ironically, they both grew up in New Jersey, attended Indiana University, joined Lambda Chi Alpha, but never actually met until they began working together at the Nets in 2005.

Decorated General Remembered

by Tad LichtenauerOctober 2007

Gen Dougherty 5Retired Gen. Russell E. Dougherty, former commander in chief of the Strategic Air Command, died September 7, 2007, at his home in Potomac Falls, Virginia. In addition to his numerous professional achievements and military honors, he was a charter member and first president of the Louisville chapter, an Order of Achievement recipient, and served on the Educational Foundation board and Grand High Zeta.

Indiana’s New Head Football Coach

by Tad LichtenauerSeptember 2007

Bill Lynch (Butler 1977)Previously an assistant coach, Bill Lynch was named Indiana University’s head football coach on June 15, 2007. He assumed the top job after Terry Hoeppner, the previous head coach, bravely fought and eventually lost a long battle with cancer.

Caterpillar’s Top Exec

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2007

James Owens (North Carolina State 1968)In 2006, under the leadership of CEO and Chairman Jim Owens, Caterpillar had more than $41.5 billion in sales and revenue and ranked No. 55 on the Fortune 500 list. The company is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines.

Pharmacy President, Chapter Adviser

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2007

Timothy Tucker (Union 1986)Tim Tucker, a community pharmacist, was elected as the 2008 president of the 60,000-member American Pharmacists Association. A 1998 Order of Merit recipient, he also has served as Union University chapter adviser for the past 20 years.

Member Feedback

by Tad LichtenauerAugust 2007

Survey: Seeking your opinions about the True Brother Initative.

Emmy-Winning Actor Powers Boothe

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2007

Powers Boothe (Texas State-San Marcos 1970)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.

Retired Chaplain Honored

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2007

Ed Christman (Wake Forest 1950)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.

75 Years Ago in Theta News

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2007

History: Highlights of a 1932 speech given by Theta Kappa Nu Grand Archon Leroy A. Wilson.

Member Feedback

by Tad LichtenauerJuly 2007

Survey: Seeking your opinions about the Lambda Chi Alpha badge.

Former White House Speechwriter

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2007

jophnstoc copyMichael Johns is a health care executive, former federal government official, and conservative policy analyst and writer. In addition to his extensive private sector experience, Johns was a White House speechwriter to President George H. W. Bush.

Acting Icon Remembered

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2007

Dabbs Greer (Drury 19738)Best known for playing the recurring roles of storekeeper Mr. Jones on “Gunsmoke” and Rev. Robert Alden on “Little House on the Prairie,” Dabbs Greer died on April 28, 2007. He was a character actor who performed many diverse supporting roles in film and television for more than 50 years.

Understanding Today’s College Student

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2007

Fraternity News: Alumni involvement can play an important role in helping to recruit and mentor this generation of young men.

Member Feedback

by Tad LichtenauerJune 2007

Survey: Seeking your opinions about the Millennial generation.

Salute to Dick Rubottom

by Tad LichtenauerMay 2007

R. Richard Rubottom (Southern Methodist 1929)Retired and living in Texas, Dick Rubottom served as the Fraternity’s seventh traveling secretary. In addition to a successful career in the foreign service and as a college administrator, he served on the Grand High Zeta, Educational Foundation, and is an Order of Achievement recipient.

U.S. Lacrosse Exec

by Tad LichtenauerMay 2007

Graham R. D'Alvia (Susquehanna 1990)At this month’s 2007 ILF World Indoor Lacrosse Championship in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Graham D’Alvia hopes the U.S. Indoor Lacrosse team will “Bring It Home.” With the U.S. team beaten by Canada in the 2006 outdoor championship finals, the U.S. indoor team has extra motivation.