Once a Phi Kap, always a Phi Kap
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Alumni President Report Dear Phi Kap Brothers: One of the strongest aspects of our fraternity chapter is its longevity. Alpha Mu has been a strong force in the lives of its members and the MIT community for well over 100 years. We have been fortunate to continue to recruit strong groups of members each fall, and I think you will see from the articles in this issue that the undergraduate chapter continues to be a dynamic, vibrant organization that will continue well into the future. The strength of any organization depends on individual members doing their parts. In this issue, you will find a supplement celebrating the life of one of the pillars of our community, William “Bill” Denhard, class of 1942. Bill was the president of our alumni organization for many years, and we are all saddened to learn of his passing recently at the age of 101. To many of us, Bill was a mentor, a friend, and an example of how life should be
pursued. Bill was “Mr. Phi Kap” to many of us, having served our chapter for over 70 years before he retired from active participation to director emeritus status in 2006. In thinking of the time that I knew Bill, I was reminded of a proverb: “A wise man, even when he holds his tongue, says more than a fool when he speaks.” Bill was a truly wise man. Bill led our undergraduate and alumni chapters through decades, but he never told people what to do. He advised, he guided, he explained, and he led by example. We are all better off for having known him, and he will be greatly missed. Fraternally,
Keith T. Kallberg ’68 President
Alpha Report Springtime in Boston once again! After a busy fall semester and a rejuvenating IAP, the brothers have come back to 530 Beacon St. ready to tackle the spring semester. With a newly initiated class and many events planned, the brothers were excited to make the most of their time before the summer came around. This spring was especially special as this would be the first spring semester that we have had brothers in the house since 2019. Over the last few months, brothers have been enjoying an eventful spring semester. From bonding at retreat to exploring Puerto Rico on spring break, to hosting for campus preview weekend (CPW), there has not been a bland moment for the brothers. Our spring retreat at YMCA Camp Hi-Rock was just as we remembered with the brothers coming together for our annual spring meeting and enjoying the view as we walked on the frozen lake. Just a month later, the brothers shifted scenery as many of the actives went to Puerto Rico for spring break. We were able to enjoy the warm weather and calming beaches while also visiting the homes of many
of the brothers that are from Puerto Rico. Soon after, we were back on campus preparing for campus preview weekend. As only the seniors have seen CPW from both the prefrosh and student perspective, a lot of work had to be done. Our Rho, Gabriel Caamano ’23, and his Associate Rhos, Javier Mulero ’25, and Xavier Mercado ’25, successfully organized and spearheaded our events for campus preview weekend that came with almost 15 prefrosh staying at 530 Beacon St. With the spring came many moments of brotherhood bonding, especially with Lineage Cup and Marathon Monday falling a few days from each other. This Lineage Cup planned by Evan Hosteler ’23 was especially amazing as it was the first one seen by any active class other than the seniors. Not only did all the actives and the alumni compete in many of the classic house events, but the actives were able to spend quality time talking to the alumni and learn more about the house that we wouldn’t have known otherwise. After a long day full of events and memories, the members of the Ricky D lineage were the ones to lift the trophy and add to a long list of lineage cup winners. However, the (continued on page 5)
Alpha Mu Chapter of Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity at MIT • Spring 2022