MARCHING ALONG
Mizzou Betas Recognized On October 18, the University of Missouri held its annual Faculty-Alumni Awards, and two Betas took home honors. Oxford Cup recipient, former CEO of American General Corporation and President of the Boy Scouts of America Harold Hook ’53 (below), won Mizzou’s highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award. Shawn Askinosie '83, practiced law for 20 years before starting a successful chocolate manufacturing company focused on philanthropy. He received Mizzou’s Alumni Award. Give them both a pat on the back via email at harold_hook@agfg.com and mshawn@askinosie.com.
South Dakota’s Finest Phil Odeen, South Dakota ’57, and his wife Marjorie, were recently given the Inman Alumni Award, the University’s highest honor. Odeen, now retired, served in senior positions with the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the National Security Council. Created in 1996 by the University of South Dakota Foundation, the annual award recognizes the generosity and volunteer leadership exemplified by Darwin and Adele Inman during the University’s early years. The Odeens are the university’s 24th recipients. Congratulate them at usd57@aol.com.
On Top of the World On May 21, John Beede, UNLV ’03, reached the highest place on earth – the top of Mt. Everest. The entire journey took seven weeks, and Beede spent 11 minutes on the peak. Congratulate John at johnbeede@gmail.com.
Distinguished Achievement Actor Granville W. "Buzz" Pine, Ohio Wesleyan ’63, best known for his role as Sgt. Joe Getraer on NBC's "CHiPs," won his alma mater's Distinguished Achievement Citation. It is given to those who demonstrate professional accomplishment and outstanding service to mankind.
Spin the Wheel Adam Hildebrand, Cincinnati ’06, and his friend Jen Adams were on “Wheel of Fortune” as part of Best Friends Week. The duo was victorious and won a spa trip to California worth $11,500, as well as $29,650 in cash. Congratulate Adam at adamhildebrand@gmail.com. www.betathetapi.org
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