Chris Moore’s commitment to mentorship has had a lasting impact on Shane Gifford’s life. His lifelong commitment to community service embodies the spirit of Delta Chi. The Georgia Tech alumnus and Shane took center stage at the NFL draft.
6 A Delta Chi Homecoming
Homecoming is not just about a football game and alumni tailgates. Delta Chi welcomes three new provisional chapter expansions in the Hoosier state. Celebrate the growth of Delta Chi.
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If You Build it, They Will Come!
Remembering Michigan Alumnus
John Levison. His legacy in Ann Arbor earned him the title of the “Iron Horse of Michigan Delta Chi.” He attended over 600 UM football games, including home, away, and bowl games.
11 From Deep Water to Deep Space
Training underwater in the astronaut training program launched Trevor Valentine’s passion for pursuing his aerospace career. Currently, he is preparing for a full mission flight in 2026 to test wearable technology in zero gravity.
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2025 Delta Chi Awards
A complete recap of the 2025 Delta Chi awards featuring Chapter winners of The President’s Cup, individual award winners, Chapter Luminaries, and Distinguished Alumni Award recipients.
Over the past 12 months, I have witnessed the power of our brotherhood and its obligations. As your “AA,” I was tasked with emphasizing this opportunity to highlight how we will continue to strengthen the bond of Delta Chi as we enter our 136th year of our storied history.
During the 2024 International Convention, several changes were made to Delta Chi law. I am pleased to report that we have combined regions and reduced the number of Regents. Additionally, we have established the role of Vice-Regent, where 24 Brothers are stepping up to serve our chapters. These changes will help Delta Chi grow our manpower, enhance the membership experience, and increase alumni engagement. This plan is now in place and will help us continue to shape the future of Delta Chi. The charge is to look to the future with a laser focus on these issues.
Central to the future is our new 35-day Associate Member program, “In the Bond.” Rolled out Fraternitywide this fall, this program reflects a renewed commitment to education, engagement, and accountability. “In the Bond” ensures every new member begins their Delta Chi journey with purpose. Built on values-based learning and rooted in our Ritual and history, this immersive experience prepares brothers not just to be initiated—but to lead, serve, and live out the ideals of Delta Chi for life. It is
already having a powerful impact. Brotherhood has always been the cornerstone of Delta Chi—and it remains our greatest strength. It’s what fuels our progress and inspires our vision for the future. While we celebrate our recent growth, our aim has never been to increase numbers alone; our goal is to achieve meaningful impact. Our true focus is building a brotherhood where every member is actively engaged, aligned with our values, and enriched by the Delta Chi experience.
As we look ahead to our 64th International Convention in 2026, we are on track to exceed 6,000 undergraduate members and raise the average chapter size to 55. This isn’t just growth—it’s meaningful growth. New chapters have received charters at Coastal Carolina, the University of South Carolina, and the University of Tennessee. Returning chapters this fall at Ohio State and Michigan State stand as clear examples of how we can expand with intention, ensuring that quality and character remain at the heart of our Fraternity.
Leadership development remains a cornerstone of our strategy. Programs like the Regional Leadership Academy (RLAs) are helping hundreds of brothers gain the confidence and skills to lead within their chapters and communities. These trainings are scheduled for January 2026 in four locations. RLAs provide chapter leaders and alumni with numerous engagement and networking opportunities during the weekend sessions.
Likewise, the Delta Chi Dale Carnegie Scholars Program continues to grow as one of the most impactful initiatives we’ve ever launched. With its national recognition through the NIC Laurel Wreath Award, the program is preparing members for life after graduation with skill-based certifications and transformative professional development. A total of (insert) brothers have completed the Dale Carnegie Scholars Program. Over the next few years, we will broaden
access, strengthen outcomes, and empower even more brothers to succeed beyond college.
Data is also changing the game. Through our partnership with Dyad Strategies and the implementation of the Membership Experience Survey, we now have powerful insights into how our brothers experience fraternity life. A record-high response rate of 68 percent was achieved for the 2025 Member Experience Survey.
The data is precise: fraternities, and Delta Chi specifically, improve mental health, deepen a sense of belonging, and contribute to greater overall satisfaction. In fact, Delta Chi ranked in the top five among all fraternities surveyed by Dyad Strategies. These findings aren’t just informative—they’re influential. We’ll continue using this data to refine our programming, support chapters, and demonstrate the lifelong value of Delta Chi to parents, university partners, and prospective members.
None of this progress would be possible—or sustainable—without the ongoing commitment of our alumni. Their involvement is more than appreciated; it’s essential to the long-term strength of Delta Chi. Through the work of the Alumni & Volunteer Success Task Force, we’ve already built a strong foundation for the next phase of alumni engagement.
Today, we are actively expanding our network of trained volunteers—brothers who serve as vice regents, chapter advisors, ABT members, mentors, and alumni chapter leaders—offering invaluable support to our undergraduate chapters. By 2026, our vision is bold but achievable: “A Fraternity where alumni are fully embedded in the everyday success of Delta Chi, providing guidance, perspective, and encouragement that empower the next generation of brothers to thrive.”
Brothers, we have made our choice: to build a stronger, more unified Delta Chi. Now we must act on it. The Fraternity we envision over the next decade—one with thriving chapters, deeply engaged alumni, and an experience rooted in our most sacred values—will only be realized if each of us chooses to contribute.
It has been the honor of my life to serve as your “AA” these past three years. But I’m not focused on the past. I’m aiming for what comes next. Together, we’ve set the stage. Now, we will rise to the summit to meet the moment. Let’s not settle for maintaining momentum—we must accelerate it.
Thank you, brothers, for your continued trust, dedication, and love for Delta Chi. I look forward to what we will achieve together in the bond. I look forward to seeing you at our 64th International Convention in Indianapolis next summer.
ITB,
Patrick Alderdice, 54th “AA”
Ball State ’92
New Founder
FROM THE EDITOR
I am honored and humbled to assume the role of editor for the Quarterly. As an undergraduate, I served as the “E” for two years. I recall typing and mailing my Campus Scene updates to Marge Lee.
My promise to you is to tell the Delta Chi story through words and pictures. We have a great story, legacy, and history to tell. If you have any comments, story ideas, or just want to connect, I’d like to hear from you.
Drop me an email at pcobb@deltachi.org.
ITB, Patrick, Appalachian State ’86
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CHRIS MOORE ’ S LIFELONG COMMITMENT TO MENTORSHIP AND SERVICE
BROTHERHOOD BEYOND COLLEGE
Brotherhood Beyond College: Chris Moore’s Lifelong Commitment to Mentorship and Service Years after graduating, Chris Moore continues to embody the spirit of Delta Chi—not just in name, but through the actions that define his everyday life. Whether it’s stepping up for those in need or giving back to his community, Moore’s journey is a testament to the enduring impact of fraternity values lived out well beyond college. “I’ve always had a philanthropic mindset, so I’ve always been doing something,” Moore shared. “I started volunteering at several animal shelters when I first moved to Kansas City”. That passion for service took a pivotal turn during a conversation with his stepmother. As he spoke about his work with animals, she gently reminded him: “People need your help too.” Shortly after, a coworker invited him to a Big Brothers Big Sisters event. Moore agreed to attend, unaware that this simple decision would spark one of the most meaningful relationships of his life. Not long after, Moore received a call from the organization: they had found a potential match.
of Potential—not once, but three times, a first in the program’s history. The honor, awarded by Big Brothers Big Sisters, allows youth to represent the organization, showcasing the transformational power of mentorship. Then came a once-in-a-lifetime moment. In 2023, with the NFL Draft hosted in Kansas City, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America arranged for a youth to help announce a draft pick. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, a Big Brother himself, extended a personal invitation to Moore and Gifford. Together, they took the stage to announce the Atlanta Falcons’ first-round pick— poetically fitting, given Moore’s alma mater where he became a Delta Chi, Georgia Tech, is based in Atlanta.
“If you read this document that this supposedly 11 year old kid put together, you would have thought that it was a 30 year old adult that wrote this thing about what they want out of life and what their hopes and dreams are, and I said ‘I have to meet this kid’”. That kid was Shane Gifford. And when Moore showed up at Shane’s home, he was greeted by an excited young boy with a full list of adventures he wanted to tackle together. “For us, it was day one,” Moore recalled about their connection. What began as a standard one- to two-year mentorship soon blossomed into a lifelong friendship. From agency-organized events to skating, fishing, and baseball games, Moore and Shane built a strong bond—and helped Shane connect with other kids in the program. That visibility led to Shane being named Voice
The milestones kept coming. That same year, Moore and Gifford joined forces for Kansas City’s “Most Wanted Auction,” the agency’s largest annual fundraiser. Their teamwork was groundbreaking, raising over $30,000 as a big and little pair. The impact of their bond caught national attention. The pair was nominated and ultimately selected as National Big and Little Brother of the Year, an honor revealed at the Big Brothers Big Sisters National Convention in Dallas—and later shared with the world on the Today Show. Now, years into their relationship, Moore and Gifford remain close, united by their shared joy of giving back. “This whole time was figuring out what that something was that I could do”, Moore shared. “It doesn’t need to be financial, it doesn’t need to be something that is impactful on a global scale, but if you can effect change in one person, or if you can just be one additional person that is a part of someone’s village, the person to talk to, that helps you up when you fall, someone there for advice, the world could be a different place”. And through his ongoing mentorship and service, Chris Moore is doing just that—changing lives, one connection at a time.
DELTA CHI COMES HOME TO
WITH RECENT PROVISIONAL CHAPTER EXPANSIONS
In 2019, Delta Chi International Headquarters relocated to Indianapolis after 50 years in Iowa City. Since then, the Fraternity has called North Meridian Street home for six years, sitting nestled in the heart of the fraternal world with Indianapolis hosting over 40 Greek-lettered organization headquarters in addition to the North American Interfraternity Conference, of which Delta Chi is an official member organization.
With this relocation, however, one question became apparent: Where were all the Indiana-based Delta Chi chapters? With the only established chapter being Tri-State in Angola, IN, the Fraternity pinpointed a need to further establish its presence in this new home state.
Coordinator of Growth Nick Lanier explains the importance of expansion for Delta Chi in Indiana.
“While the office in Indianapolis doesn’t have the same history as some other organizations [there],” says Lanier, “new provisional chapters will have the opportunity, simply due to their geography, to be intentional about their commitment to living their values.”
More intentional establishment in Indiana also instills a sense of reciprocity between Headquarters and local Delta Chi chapters, Lanier explains, effectively “holding IHQ accountable to continuing to provide the best possible experience and service to all brothers” because of this proximity.
Over the course of the past academic year, Delta Chi launched three expansion projects at Indiana schools: in the fall, Purdue University in West Lafayette and Ball State University in Muncie, and in the spring, Indiana University in Bloomington.
These three schools were chosen for a reason, with all three being reestablishments. “Delta Chi has a strong alumni base in the Midwest,” explains Lanier. “As we make a push to commit to our strategic imperative of values-based growth, we see all three campuses as having the student and alumni leaders to become President’s-Cup-level groups for us [in the future].”
Director of Growth Alex Hart further emphasizes the Fraternity’s strong alumni presence at all three universities and specifically cites current “AA” of the Fraternity Patrick Alderdice’s support of Delta Chi’s return to his alma mater,
Ball State. Hart weighs in on the importance of engaging that strong alumni base and how such engagement can contribute to the future success of the returning chapters.
“The opportunity to engage [...] at the same time for all three was exciting and unique,” says Hart. “When you can compound momentum for three projects it truly gives you the opportunity to maximize your success, specifically in mobilizing volunteers, increasing engagement and eventually recruiting the newest members at each of those chapters.”
Regarding recruitment, Leadership Consultants Mark Grogan, Southeast Missouri ’24; Toan Phan, Spring Hill ’24; and Dalton Vaughn, High Point ’24; served as project leads at the Purdue, Ball State and IU expansions, respectively. These three were on the front lines of the Fraternity’s recruitment efforts this past academic year, ultimately leading to the successful establishment of all three provisional chapters, Purdue having recruited 58 founding fathers, Ball State 24 and IU 41.
While each provisional chapter experienced quantitative success, the team also emphasizes the more qualitative achievements resulting from its recruitment efforts.
“One major success [...] is the quality of its members,” says Vaughn about the IU expansion project. “The gentlemen we recruited are truly committed to rebuilding the chapter [...] and have a clear understanding of what a fraternity should be.”
“The [IU] chapter used to be one of the strongest on campus,” continues Vaughn, “and the founding fathers were very interested in how it declined and how they can prevent that from occurring again. This trait has already taught them lessons about why fraternities fail—lessons that could benefit not just IU, but other chapters as well.”
It is this quality of membership coupled with the raw recruitment numbers of these projects that will contribute to the provisional chapters’ success now and in the future. The men constituting these groups are the exact members Delta Chi wants in its home state—the exact men who will live out the values at the metaphorical heart of the brotherhood and geographical heart of the organization.
With this in mind, Delta Chi is proud to celebrate the homecoming of these Indiana-based chapters and looks forward to their continued growth in the years ahead.
IF YOU BUILD IT, They Will Come!
THE LEGACY OF MICHIGAN’S
IRON HORSE, JOHN LEVINSON
“It’s my goal to keep going until I can’t,” he told Michigan Today in January 2024. “I’m not going to give up before I have to, but I won’t know until I get there. I don’t know what limitations I will have, and I need to be cognizant of my support group.”
“If you build it, they will come.” This mantra defined the life of University of Michigan alumnus John Levinson from the moment he stepped onto campus in 1969. Over the last 54 years, Levinson built an enduring legacy in Ann Arbor, earning him the title of the Iron Horse of Michigan Delta Chi. Six decades, 600 games, and countless memories later, the Iron Horse sadly lost his battle with ALS. Yet, his impact on the University of Michigan and the Delta Chi brotherhood will live on forever.
A STREAk LIkE NO OTHER
Perhaps Levinson’s most well-known feat was his attendance at over 600 straight University of Michigan football games—a streak of home, away, and bowl games that began in his undergraduate years and continued until shortly before his passing.
“It’s my goal to keep going until I can’t,” he told Michigan Today in January 2024. “I’m not going to give up before I have to, but I won’t know until I get there. I don’t know what limitations I will have, and I need to be cognizant of my support group.”
What started as a numbers game quickly evolved into a passionate commitment that saw him attend every Big Ten venue and nearly every bowl game for almost 60 years. His love for college football began at just seven years old, tailgating with his grandparents on Keech Street. As a teenager, he met fellow superfan Hugh Radar Jr. at an alumni event in Chicago, which ignited his competitive drive to surpass Radar’s 350-game streak—a record he would nearly double.
Rain or shine, home or away, Levinson honored his promise to himself, crediting his family for inspiring his unwavering dedication.
“They exposed me to things and gave me opportunities. It’s important to find something you’re passionate about. If you don’t have passion, you’re not going to win,” he told Michigan Today.
A PILLAR OF DELTA CHI
Levinson’s love for the University of Michigan extended beyond football—he was a driving force behind the growth and
success of the Delta Chi chapter.
As a freshman, he moved into the fraternity house due to a student housing shortage and remained a resident for five and a half years while earning both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at the house on 1705 Hill Street. He quickly became an integral part of the fraternity, serving as Recording Secretary in his second semester before being elected Chairman of the Rush Committee—a role he held and assisted with until the completion of his Master’s degree.
Beyond Delta Chi, Levinson also played on the University’s lacrosse team, despite never having played the sport before college. His passion for leadership and commitment to his fraternity continued long after graduation, as he served as the University of Michigan Delta Chi board president from 1992 to 1997 before transitioning to treasurer—a role he held until shortly before his passing in 2025.
REBUILDING THE CHAPTER HOUSE: A LEAP OF FAITH
By the early 2000s, Delta Chi’s membership had declined, and the fraternity house was deteriorating. Faced with the possibility of dissolving the chapter, Levinson and others decided to rent the house to students to keep the organization afloat. But they knew something had to change.
Recognizing the need for a fresh start, Levinson took a leap of faith: if they built a new house, new members would come.
“They [my family] exposed me to things and gave me opportunities. It’s important to find something you’re passionate about. If you don’t have passion, you’re not going to win.”
With support from fellow alumni David Falconer ’62, Howard Gandelot, ’64, Keith Hellems, ’62 and Frank Morrey ’64, and other brothers, Levinson spearheaded fundraising efforts to construct a new chapter house. When the project hit a financial roadblock, he personally secured additional funding from the Bank of Ann Arbor—thanks to a chance connection with a loan officer who had played lacrosse with him at Michigan.
Once the new house was completed in 2015 and eventually occupied by brothers in 2016, recruitment soared. A chapter that had dwindled to just a few dozen members quickly grew to over 100 within a few recruitment cycles, securing the future of Delta Chi at Michigan.
A FINAL BATTLE
In 2023, Levinson received devastating news: he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disease that progressively weakens muscles. Ironically, the disease is commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease—named after baseball’s original “Iron Horse.”
Despite his diagnosis, Levinson remained steadfast in his dedication to Michigan and Delta Chi.
“I was gifted with will, desire—whatever you want to call it—more than most people,” he shared with Michigan Today. “Maybe the reason I was chosen to suffer with this particular case is because I need to set a good example for others in similar circumstances. As a leader, I decided that I’m going to do the best I can and not fold my tent.”
THE LEGACY OF THE IRON HORSE
For over six decades, John Levinson embodied the true spirit of the Delta Chi brotherhood. His tireless dedication ensured that both the fraternity and Michigan traditions thrived long after his time as a student.
On February 27, 2025, the Iron Horse tragically lost his battle with ALS. But his unwavering passion, resilience, and love for the University of Michigan and Delta Chi will never be forgotten.
His legacy stands as a testament to the power of commitment, leadership, and an unyielding love for something greater than oneself.
If you build it, they will come. And because of John Levinson, they did.
FROM DEEP WATERS TO DEEP SPACE
TREVOR VALENTINE’S UNCONVENTIONAL JOURNEY TO THE FINAL FRONTIER
Trevor Valentine’s journey to the stars didn’t begin in a lab or a university lecture hall. It began underwater.
After graduating from SUNY Fredonia, Trevor took a leap of faith and enrolled in a commercial diving school for underwater welding across the country. Not long after, a coworker commented about his qualifications, and mentioned the idea of working for NASA’s Neutral Buoyancy Lab—a facility where astronauts train underwater to simulate zero gravity. It was there, submerged in a pool designed to replicate space, that his fascination with aerospace was ignited.
“Working directly with the astronaut training program really opened my eyes,” Valentine shared. “It made me realize that I wanted to pursue this long-term.”
From the underwater labs of Houston, he moved to Washington State and re-entered academia with a renewed focus: space research. Attending aerospace conferences allowed him to network with key figures in the industry—conversations that ultimately led to a unique opportunity to test new technologies in microgravity environments.
Despite his growing profile, Valentine remains grounded. He attributes much of his confidence and public speaking skills to his time with Delta Chi, which helped him break out of his shell and equipped him with the tools to present research to global leaders and potential sponsors.
“Before Delta Chi, I was very sheltered I’d say”, Trevor explained. “I got to learn how to speak in front of people and be direct, and that was definitely a big boost.”
“The biggest part for me was finding the sponsors. And so it wasn’t even something that I thought was possible. But there is a lot of opportunity to reach out to different organizations and companies and even foreign investors and try and promote yourself as the potential to carry their payloads up into space.”
One such connection was with the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences (IIAS), a global research organization that collaborates with space agencies and academic institutions around the world. Trevor began training with IIAS in preparation for a series of zero gravity test flights. His training included G-Force simulations, space suit operations, and flight simulations—an intense regimen designed to mirror the conditions of actual spaceflight.
Currently, Valentine is participating in test
flights and preparing for a full mission flight slated for next year. While the exact details remain under wraps, his role involves testing wearable technology in zero gravity, potentially paving the way for broader applications in future missions.
Notably, Trevor isn’t entering space through the billionaire-funded routes that dominate headlines. His trajectory is rooted in research and driven by scientific ambition. “The training might be similar, but the purpose is different,” he said. “You have to just knock on every door you can in the space industry and present your case of why it should be me and not someone else.”
One area of Trevor’s research involves developing payloads and prototypes for missions to Europa, one of Jupiter’s icy moons. NASA’s Europa Clipper mission launched in 2024, and while it likely won’t reach its destination until 2030, Valentine sees the years in between as an open door for innovation. His personal research company is currently exploring ice-penetration techniques using groundpenetrating radar and rod-induced wave propagation—a method for determining ice density, depth, and composition through vibrations.
His involvement with IIAS also introduced him to Dr. Shawna Pandya and Kellie Gerardi, two influential women in the field, whose activism and scientific work have further inspired Trevor’s commitment to making space more accessible and equitable.
“I want to inspire people to get out of their comfort zones and take the networking abilities that you learn in a fraternity and apply that to pursuing what you want”, Valentine said about his journey. “Starting at a small school and now I’m going up in space. It’s just something that Harvard and Yale grads think of but not for myself.”
Looking ahead, Trevor hopes to transition into a full-time research astronaut role, focusing on medical and biological experimentation in space—particularly studies involving fluid dynamics in microgravity environments.
Today, he balances part-time graduate studies with a demanding schedule of conferences, collaborations, and travel. Whether he’s presenting at a space symposium or preparing for a zero-gravity flight, Valentine is steadily carving out a place for himself in the cosmos— one experiment, one conversation, and one launch at a time.
2025 Delta Chi Awards
THE PRESIDENT’S CUP
Delta Chi’s most coveted and prestigious award
Each year, Delta Chi recognizes two to four of the top chapters/ provisional chapters in each of the Red and Buff divisions. Delta Chi grants chapter composite and core competency awards based on operational excellence within two divisions, Red and Buff, based on the number of chapters and the percentage of the fraternity/sorority population on their campus. This ensures that all chapters can be recognized. The Red Division comprises campuses with 15 or more fraternity chapters or with a fraternity population of 30 percent or higher. The Buff Division consists of
campuses with fewer than 15 chapters or a fraternity membership of less than 30 percent. The chapters within each division should be reviewed annually.
The President’s Cup winners have demonstrated superior excellence in operational performance while promoting a strong values-based fraternal experience and creating a measurable impact for their members, campuses, and communities. The “AA” selects a minimum of two and a maximum of four chapters from the Award of Excellence category in each division for this award.
RED DIVISION
The Georgia Tech Chapter
Georgia Tech’s Delta Chi chapter exemplifies friendship through intentional recruitment, engaging retreats in the North Georgia mountains, and a culture that values each member. Their commitment to the Atlanta community, particularly through their partnership with The Bashor Men’s Shelter, underscores their dedication to character and empathy.
The Missouri Chapter
At the University of Missouri, Delta Chi has fostered a strong brotherhood characterized by lasting friendships. Justice is emphasized through a commitment to safety, wellness, and mutual accountability, while education is supported through study programs, mentorship, and professional development. Missouri Delta Chi is a prime example of a values-driven brotherhood.
The Kansas State Chapter
Delta Chi at Kansas State University fosters lasting friendships through brotherhood events, championship intramural teams, and family weekends that bring together parents and alumni in celebration. The chapter builds character by dedicating hundreds of service hours each semester to supporting local organizations. Campus leadership describes this chapter as “nothing short of stellar” and committed to “doing fraternity right.”
BUFF DIVISION
The Montclair State Chapter
Delta Chi at Montclair State has established a vibrant brotherhood based on friendship and connection. Through retreats, intramural sports, and campus traditions like their spirited Homecoming performance, members create experiences that meaningfully unite brothers and alumni. Their commitment to character is evident in their philanthropic efforts, which raise thousands for the V Foundation. Education is a central focus, with academic chairs, study sessions, and peer support in place to ensure every brother succeeds in the classroom.
The Omaha Chapter
The Omaha Chapter has built a reputation as a well-rounded and inspiring group. Their brotherhood is rooted in authentic friendship, seen in experiences like their ski trip retreat and a culture of everyday connection that makes every member feel at home. A commitment to character is evident in philanthropy and service, as demonstrated by raising thousands for the Ronald McDonald House. With strong academic performance that consistently exceeds the all-men’s average, they show that education is both valued and celebrated.
The Riverside Chapter
University of California, Riverside, Delta Chi is celebrated for fostering friendships that unite members through casual brotherhood events, inviting recruitment activities, and alumni events that connect different generations. The chapter encourages character through philanthropy and leadership collaborations that prepare brothers for life beyond college. Campus leaders recognize the Riverside Chapter as “one of the top-performing chapters on campus,” highlighting its impressive GPA and outstanding retention rates.
The Truman State Chapter
Delta Chi at Truman State University exemplifies a strong, values-driven brotherhood founded on friendship, character, justice, and education. This year, members have excelled academically, maintaining the highest GPA in the Interfraternity Council. The chapter contributed over 1,000 hours of community service and raised thousands of dollars for organizations such as the V Foundation, Adair County Food Pantry, and Special Olympics.
COLLEGIATE AWARDS
Award of Excellence
Delta Chi recognizes the highest performing chapters and provisional chapters in the red and buff divisions with the Award of Excellence. These chapters and provisional chapters demonstrated outstanding performance in Delta Chi’s core competencies (Promote Friendship, Develop Character, Advance Justice, and Assist in the Acquisition of a Sound Education) and received the highest overall scores for the academic year.
RED BUFF
Arizona
Embry-Riddle
Florida Montclair State
Georgia Tech
Omaha
Kansas State Riverside
Missouri Truman State Virginia Tech
Raymond D. Galbreth Certificate of Achievement
The Raymond D. Galbreth Certificate of Achievement recognizes chapters and provisional chapters that demonstrated excellence in several operational standards within Delta Chi’s core competencies (Promote Friendship, Develop Character, Advance Justice, and Assist in the Acquisition of a Sound Education).
RED BUFF
Auburn Central Missouri
Cal Poly East Stroudsburg
Georgia Southern Huntsville
Kansas Kingsville
LSU Marquette
Utah Whitewater
President’s Most Improved Trophy
Delta Chi’s most coveted and prestigious award is the President’s Cup. Each year, Delta Chi recognizes two to four of the top chapters/ provisional chapters in each of the red and buff divisions. The President’s Cup winners have demonstrated superior excellence in operational performance, while promoting a strong values-based fraternal experience and creating a measurable impact for their members, campuses, and communities. The “AA” selects a minimum of two and a maximum of four chapters from the Award of Excellence category in each division for this award.
RED BUFF
Auburn Central Missouri
Outstanding Program Award
The Outstanding Chapter Program Award recognizes the exceptional programming created and implemented by our undergraduate chapters in two areas: Member Safety & Wellness and Member Education. This award celebrates Delta Chi chapter programming that enhanced the fraternal experience and positive image of the Delta Chi International Fraternity.
RED BUFF
Arizona Central Missouri
Auburn East Stroudsburg
Georgia Tech Embry-Riddle
Outstanding Growth Award
Delta Chi’s Outstanding Growth Award recognizes chapters and provisional chapters with recruitment programs that reflect Delta Chi’s values and basic expectations while demonstrating excellent growth in membership this academic year.
RED BUFF
Arizona Embry-Riddle
Georgia Tech San Antonio
LSU Massachusetts
Most Improved Growth Award
Delta Chi’s Outstanding Growth Award recognizes chapters and provisional chapters with recruitment programs that reflect Delta Chi’s values and basic expectations while demonstrating excellent growth in membership this academic year.
RED BUFF
Cornell Central Missouri
Denison
Coastal Carolina
Kent State Little Rock
North Alabama
San Antonio
Academic Excellence Award
The Academic Excellence Award honors the three chapters in each division with the highest overall academic performance, recognizing their commitment to scholarship and intellectual achievement.
RED BUFF
Minnesota Lehigh
William & Mary Truman State Wisconsin Gannon
Community Impact Award
The Community Impact Award recognizes chapters and provisional chapters that have gone above and beyond in their philanthropic and community service initiatives. These chapters and provisional chapters have made a difference in their communities through their dedication to civic engagement and enhancing “doing fraternity right” through their direct impact on the lives of others.
RED BUFF
Florida East Stroudsburg
Georgia Tech San Antonio
Miami
Utah
Outstanding Collegiate Leadership Award
The Outstanding Collegiate Leadership Award recognizes any Delta Chi officer or chairs, not in the position of the “C” or “E”, who have gone above and beyond to not only deliver on their required position responsibilities, but have also demonstrated proactive leadership while exceeding expectations.
Thet Aung, Adelphi
Riley McHugh, Marquette
Hayden Boothe, Kansas Michael Osswald, Arizona
Joseph Daniel, Duquesne Logan Pagluiso, Massachusetts
Tyler Dwyer, Central Missouri Jamison Tubridy, Embry-Riddle
Ryan Hawkins, Augusta Daniel Wood, Georgia Tech
Jesse Kelly, San Antonio
Chapter Luminary
Each chapter selects one Chapter Luminary every year to be recognized due to the member’s exemplification of Delta Chi’s ideals and for their overall involvement with the Fraternity, campus and community.
Jesus Anzures, Kingsville
Isaac Barchus, Omaha
Christopher Bidus, Embry-Riddle
Caleb Blair, Huntsville
Nicolas Burrus , Delaware
Bruce Caropreso, Riverside
Aidan Corr, Southern Arkansas
William Daly, Georgia Tech
Erik Dodder, Auburn
Yuu Duffy, San Diego State
Tyler Dwyer, Central Missouri
Mack Edmunds, Clemson
Kirk Ewy, Missouri State
Austin Farmer, Georgia Southern
Kian Fogerty, Kansas State
Cooper Garner, Texas Tech
Jackson George, Ball State (Provisional)
Nick Gibbs, George Mason
Alex Gonzalo, Augusta
Daniel Hadden, Kettering-A
Casey Hays, Missouri
Adam Humphries, Whitewater
Jesse Ishee, Mississippi State
Cody Jenkins, Wisconsin
Jesse Kelly, San Antonio
Kurt Klesch, William & Mary
Alexander Klinker, Tennessee
Preston Kuhn, High Point
Derrick Lee, South Carolina
Patrick Lehman, Iowa State
Trey Leutcher, Michigan
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Marge Lee Outstanding “C” Award
The Marge Lee Outstanding “C” Award recognizes chapter “C”s who exhibit exceptional performance in all their required and recommended duties.
Saketh Amble, Augusta
Joel Benavides, Kingsville
Ulrich Fraser, Tarleton
Micheal Giles, Montclair
Peter Hoffmann, Kettering-A
Kirby Lumpkin, Auburn
Carter Peeples, Missouri
Robert Pittman, Kennesaw
Cole Schniedermeyer, Truman State
Jeff Wei, Minnesota
“E” Key Award
The “E” Key Award is the oldest award given by the Fraternity and seeks to recognize chapter “E”s for their exceptional performance of all communicative duties. v
Blaine Agles, Southeast Missouri Thomas Kuklinski, Whitewater
Christopher Barwick, Augusta Coe Leavengood, Florida
Adam Berkowitz, Missouri
Jonathan Bouchard, Montclair
Evan Listerud, Truman State
Charlie May, Massachusetts
Luke Bunker, Kansas State Khalil Rezin-Mendez, Kettering-B
Nicholas Carelli, Duquesne
Alex Hage, Wilmington
Wilton Hudgins, Embry-Riddle
Jacob King, Syracuse
CORE COMPETENCY AWARDS
Jonathan Salinas, Kingsville
Kristian Stricker, Northern Illinois
Noah Wilson, Minnesota
Delta Chi’s core competency awards recognize chapters and provisional chapters that demonstrate operational accomplishments within four key fraternal standards:
Promote Friendship | Develop Character | Advance Justice | Assist in the Acquisition of a Sound Education
Within each standard, chapters are recognized in three differing operational levels: achievement, excellence, or excellence with distinction. Those that receive the achievement award are recognized for their significant improvements and are approaching standards in fraternity operations. Chapters that receive the excellence award are recognized for meeting the Fraternity’s standards of operational excellence. Chapters that receive the excellence with distinction award are recognized for exceeding standards and demonstrating mastery of the Fraternity’s standards of operational excellence.
Excellence with Distinction Excellence Achievement Alabama Arizona Chapel Hill
Kansas State Florida Mississippi State LSU Georgia Tech Purdue (Provisional Chapter)
Missouri State Kansas Syracuse Virginia Tech Missouri Wisconsin
BUFF Division
Excellence with Distinction Excellence Achievement Augusta Alberta Riverside
Central Missouri Kingsville Tarleton
Livingston Massachusetts Tri-State
Truman State North Alabama Villanova Omaha
Assist in the Acquisition of a Sound Education Scholarship, Associate Member Education, Member Development
RED Division
Excellence with Distinction Excellence Achievement
Florida Arizona Georgia Tech
Kansas State Colorado State Kansas
Kent State LSU Missouri
Purdue (Provisional Chapter) Missouri State Rutgers Virginia Tech Tennessee
BUFF Division
Excellence with Distinction Excellence Achievement
Ball State (Provisional Chapter) Lehigh Behrend
Eastern Illinois Kingsville Embry-Riddle
Livingston Truman State Gannon
Massachusetts Utah (Provisional Chapter) Lake Forest
North Alabama Villanova Tri-State
ALUMNI CHAPTER AWARDS
The Alumni Chapter must be in good standing with Delta Chi Headquarters to be eligible to receive any award. Eligibility is based upon an Alumni Chapter’s submission of fees and annual reports.
Chicago Cup
The Chicago Cup recognizes an alumni chapter with excellence in programming, communication, and meeting the needs of its members.
Atlanta Area Alumni Chapter
Outstanding Alumni Chapter Communication
The Outstanding Alumni Chapter Communication award recognizes an alumni chapter with exceptional communication with its members.
Charlotte Alumni Chapter
Outstanding Alumni Chapter Programming
The Outstanding Alumni Chapter Programming Award recognizes an alumni chapter for an exceptional programming event that makes a positive image of themselves while being looked upon by the community, nearby college campuses, and Delta Chi Chapters/ provisional chapters.
Northeast Ohio Alumni Chapter
Outstanding Alumni Chapter Member
The Outstanding Alumni Chapter Member award recognizes an outstanding member of an alumni chapter.
Allen Roes - Kansas State ’67 for service to the Charlotte Alumni Chapter
INDIVIDUAL ALUMNI/FRIENDS OF THE FRATERNITY AWARDS
Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award
The Outstanding Chapter Advisor award recognizes an outstanding advisor for a chapter for a specific, exceptional act of service during the previous academic year.
Mark Schramka - Northwestern Alumni Initiate for exemplary service to the Marquette Chapter
Outstanding Alumni Board of Trustees Award
The Outstanding Chapter Alumni Board of Trustees Award recognizes an outstanding chapter advisory board that has gone above and beyond to guide and support a chapter during the academic year.
Kansas State Alumni Board of Trustees
Kingsville Alumni Board of Trustees
Meritorious Service Award (MSA)
The Meritorious Service Award recognizes an alumnus who makes significant contributions to Delta Chi as a “BB”, ABT member, House Corporation member, general Fraternity committee member, Regent, Vice-Regent, or staff member.
Jordan Avery Georgia Tech ’14 for service to the Georgia Tech Chapter
Matt Bryan Kansas State ’17 for service to the Kansas State House Corporation
Alexander Castro Kingsville ’17 for service on the Board of Regents
Ben Chambers Iowa ’04 for service to the Iowa House Corporation
Sean Conrad Gorham State ’94 for service to the Georgia Tech House Corporation
Christopher Costas Iowa ’05 for service to the Arizona Valley Alumni Chapter
Joseph Dougherty
Truman State ’23 for dedicated service on the International Headquarters staff
Benjamin Dundas South Florida ’09 for service on the Board of Regents
David Gault
Illinois State ’81 for service as Legal Advisor to the Fraternity
Thomas Hammond Kansas ’04 for service to the Kansas Chapter
Nikolaus Kern Southern Illinois ’06 for service on the Board of Regents
Paul McGroarty
Montclair ’20 for service to the Montclair Chapter
Evan McMican Kansas State ’14 for service to the Kansas State Chapter
Phillip Moffat
Kettering-A ’18 for service on the Board of Regents
Raymond Pedrick
Massachusetts ’15 for service to the Massachusetts Chapter
Matthew Richardson Duquesne ’09 for service to the Duquesne Chapter
Jackson Sawyer Lake Forest ’23 for dedicated service on the International Headquarters staff
Cody Schrock
Oregon State ’07 for service on the Board of Regents
Jim Sheahan
Missouri ’79 for service to the Edwardsville Chapter
Ted Stephany Iowa ’99 for service to the Iowa House Corporation
Jason Wawro
Arizona ’89 for service to the Arizona Chapter
Geoff Westerfield
Ohio State ’01 for service to the Kent State Chapter
Bill Williams Gannon ’83 for service to the Behrend and Gannon Chapters
Delta Chi Stands Strong
Richard N. McKaig Outstanding Greek Professional Award
The Richard N. McKaig Outstanding Greek Professional Award recognizes a campus-based professional who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, advocacy, and commitment to the advancement of fraternity and sorority life.
Jamison Keller
Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life at the Georgia Inst. of Technology
Jamison’s decades-long commitment to fraternity and sorority life has made a lasting impact at Georgia Tech and across the country. He invests in student leaders early and supports their growth through initiatives like the Greek Officer Summit and New Member Education presentations. His work uplifts chapters through recognition programs, promotes hazing prevention, and reinforces campus standards. With national leadership experience, ongoing volunteer service, and recent support of Delta Chi’s RLA programming, Jamison exemplifies the values and leadership that strengthen the fraternal experience.
John J. Kuhn Award
The John J. Kuhn Award is designed to recognize individuals who have dedicated their lives to the betterment of the fraternity community. This award will be presented during the 2026 International Convention.
The Distinguished Delta Chi award recognizes significant achievement in an alumnus’ profession or outstanding civic service while upholding the values and ideals of the Fraternity.
Major General Stewart Wallace, USA (Ret.), Iowa ’67
Major General Stewart Wallace has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and the values of Delta Chi. After 33 years of distinguished military service and 15 years in the private sector, he continues to support both his alma mater and his Fraternity. He has played a key role in honoring Iowa veterans through the Memorial Honor Roll project and has been a steadfast advocate for the return of the Iowa Chapter of Delta Chi. His legacy reflects a deep devotion to community, country, and brotherhood.
Barry Houseal, Purdue ’70
A pioneering structural engineer and visionary builder, Barry Houseal has led a remarkable career spanning over five decades. As the founder of BHL, Inc., he has overseen the design and construction of iconic infrastructure across North America, including two of the continent’s longest cable-stayed bridges. With over 1,000 projects to his name, three patents, and a reputation as a leading expert in seismic and structural assessment, Barry’s career exemplifies excellence, innovation, and impact in the field of civil engineering.
Nick
Liuzza, LSU ’88
Nick Liuzza has made his mark as a bold entrepreneur and financial innovator. As Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Beeline Loans, he helped revolutionize the mortgage industry— taking the company public and surpassing $1 billion in origination volume. With a career defined by leadership across numerous startups and firms, Nick’s success speaks to his vision, determination, and drive to reshape how people achieve homeownership.
Chris Moore, Georgia
Tech ’06
Chris Moore’s commitment to mentorship has made a profound difference in the life of his Little Brother, Shane, through Big Brothers Big Sisters. Their remarkable relationship was nationally recognized when Shane announced an NFL draft pick on behalf of the Atlanta Falcons—a powerful moment that captured hearts across the country. Chris’s genuine investment in the lives of others is a shining example of brotherhood in action and the real-world impact of living Delta Chi’s values.
Campus Scene
Adelphi: Sebastian Ruano
The Adelphi Chapter of Delta Chi had participated in various events, including fundraisers, sports tournaments, volunteer services, tables, and internships. Some examples of the events that took place were: California Wildfire Relief table, Delta Dogs with Bobbi and the Strays Animal Rescue, Island Harvest Food Drive, V Foundation Pickleball tournament, and Gift of Life swabbing table. We were thankful to have so many people come to these events to either support our causes or make a donation. Our chapter also brought back our V Foundation Gala and hopes to make it an annual event to raise awareness for our philanthropy and raise money for the V Foundation. Other important factors our chapter made this semester are: maintaining the best GPA of all social fraternities, 8 of our 17 brothers hold an internship, and 5 of our brothers are orientation leaders. Our chapter was awarded at the 2025 Greek Gala for two awards, those being the Most Improved Chapter Award, and our former President Justin Lavaroni was awarded the Graduating Senior Award. The Adelphi Interfraternity Council hosted a fundraiser event where whichever organization that raised the most money in tickets will win all of the profits raised from the event. Our chapter raised and won the most amount from this event! Overall, we are very happy with how our chapter has improved this semester and plan to continue to keep up the great work in the following semester!
Alberta: Dave Shute
This past school year, up in Alberta can be summed up by one short phrase that my little coined this semester: DChi on the up! Our chapter initiated a total of nine incredible men, including the son of a chartering member, for the first time in our chapter’s history. Our focus for the 2024-25 school year was to reestablish a strong presence in the community, and we thrived in that department by co-hosting events with a variety of different student clubs and recruiting one of the most strategic social media chairs our chapter has ever seen. As our growth continues even faster than other chapters at the University of Alberta, we have entered the early stages of selecting a property for our housing society to purchase. While our housing plan is still in its early stages, we are in search of investors who are interested in the future of our fraternity’s last Canadian chapter. This coming year is looking incredibly bright as we aim to continue our growth and establish an even stronger presence in the heart of Alberta’s capital.
Arkansas Little Rock: Will Moore
On March 3rd, 2025, the Little Rock Delta Chi chapter took the victory in the 2024-2025 Homecoming Trojan Cup. The events were a part of the week-long celebration of homecoming week and consisted of events around Athletics, Campus knowledge, Philanthropy, and Team building. During the last event, Delta Chi was tied with the Chancellor Leadership Corps. The last question of the last round of the trivia determined the outcome, with our “A” Noah Davidson securing the win. All that was left was to participate in the annual boat regatta. Little Rock Delta Chi took home a second trophy at this event with the “Team Spirit Award”.
Augusta: Christopher Barwick
Spring 2025 has been an incredible semester for the Augusta Chapter. We kicked off this spring by sending 14 of our brothers to RLA in Atlanta, GA, and we were able to utilize everything we learned to recruit three young men with bright futures, whom we are proud to call our brothers. We were able to hold many events this past spring, starting with our Active Brothers Vs. Alumni basketball game that we were able to hold at the Augusta University Fieldhouse. The following week was Homecoming week, where we had our brother, Suhayb Nijim, win Homecoming King, helping us grow and expand our reach and influence on campus. However, we didn’t stop there; Brother John Blalock was inaugurated as the President of the Student Government Association, along with winning Student Leader of the Year. Brother Andrew Wooten was selected as our President of IFC and became an Augusta University Influencer. Some of our favorite events we held this semester were our semi-formal “Black Martlet” that we had in Gatlinburg, TN, and the first of our biannual Alumni BBQs. During this BBQ, we held a raffle for three different rush shirts and a free ticket to our formal in the fall. As a result, we were able to raise $700, which will be added to our fund to purchase our chapter house property. The weekend after our Alumni BBQ, we had our first Parents’ Day in two years, and it was wonderful meeting my brothers’ families and seeing everyone get to know a more personal aspect of our lives. This semester also saw a large variety of community service events and philanthropy events that are always so enjoyable, from cleaning up the streets around our campus to buzzing our hair for clippers for cancer and so much more. We are looking forward to carrying all this great momentum into the fall semester and continuing to be the best Fraternity at Augusta University.
Ball State: Jacob Brown
The Ball State Provisional Chapter continues to gain momentum as we work toward full chartering. This spring, we focused on strengthening our internal brotherhood, expanding our presence on campus, and deepening our commitment to service and alumni relations.
Without a formal chapter house, we’ve utilized two brothers’ residences as “satellite” houses, key spaces that have hosted executive meetings, socials, and chapter events, helping us maintain consistency and connection. We also took pride in giving back, with brothers volunteering at both Second Harvest Food Bank and the Muncie Soup Kitchen.
Our chapter played an active role in campus life, partnering with several Panhellenic sororities and participating in Greek Week events. These collaborations helped establish us as a reliable, engaged part of Ball State’s Greek community.
Looking forward, we’re excited to host our first alumni tailgate during Homecoming Weekend and are beginning long-term planning for official housing with the support of our ABT and alumni network. The future of Delta Chi at Ball State is bright, and we’re proud of the foundation we’re building.
Creighton: Cole Justman
The Creighton Chapter of Delta Chi has had an amazing term. We had lots of successes that highlight our chapter’s commitment to our values. Our members have consistently demonstrated friendship, advancing justice, developing character, and many hard nights studying for our education. This semester, we were proud to host plenty of events for the Jimmy V Foundation. These events raised a ton of money and helped us raise money for cancer research. These events drew large turnouts from brothers, alumni, and the Creighton Community and helped us contribute to something dear to our hearts. We did a lot of community service, but which one stood out the most? This included going to Siena Francis, a homeless shelter, and giving back to our community. Academically, we did very well this semester. Our brothers in the classroom showed why one of our pillars is assisting in advanced education. Our awards are coming up for Creighton, and I am sure we will win lots of awards from our amazing leadership and involvement on campus.
Delaware: Alex McEvoy
During the spring semester, our chapter proudly participated in the University of Delaware’s annual Airband competition. Although we didn’t take home the win, the experience was incredibly rewarding. From long practices to the excitement of performing on stage, it was a chance for our brothers to bond, grow together, and create lasting memories. The energy and enthusiasm throughout the process brought us closer as a chapter and highlighted the importance of teamwork. Shortly after the competition, we teamed up with the sisters of Phi Sigma Sigma for a philanthropy event aimed at giving back to the community. Together, we organized an engaging fundraiser featuring an ice bucket challenge and an iced tea stand on campus. The event was not only a fun way to cool off during a warm spring day, but also an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for a meaningful cause. It was a great example of how Greek organizations can come together to make a positive impact. We also participated in the IFC community clean-up after Saint Patrick’s Day, cleaning up around our campus.
Duquesne: Nick Carelli
This year, the Duquesne Chapter of The Delta Chi Fraternity made major strides in philanthropy, service, and personal development. We proudly partnered with Aramark to fundraise for the Jimmy V Foundation, with brothers volunteering at Acrisure Stadium during Pitt and Steelers games, raising over $2,000. Sixty members earned RAMP certification to support this effort, showcasing responsibility and commitment. Looking ahead, we’re planning a new fundraising opportunity at the 2025 PGA U.S. Open in Oakmont.
Service remained a major focus, with brothers supporting Duqathon, Best Buddies, and community events like “Volley for the Kids” and “Dodge for a Cause.” We also helped with “Bridging the Gap,” a mental health capstone initiative, and organized a cleanup at Southside Park.
Our chapter led our region in participation in the Member Experience Survey, showing strong engagement with Delta Chi’s International Headquarters. These efforts helped strengthen our chapter culture and promoted the values of service, leadership, and accountability.
Together, these experiences developed our character, deepened our brotherhood, and prepared us to lead both in and out of the fraternity. We’re proud of our progress and excited to keep building on this foundation.
East Stroudsburg: Joseph Merkel
On February 1st, the East Stroudsburg Chapter proudly celebrated its 15th anniversary, hosting roughly 40% of our alumni base at Siamsa Irish Pub in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. The evening brought together brothers from every era of our chapter’s history, including alumni who hadn’t returned since their undergraduate years.
With over 75 attendees, the event was filled with laughter, stories, and heartfelt reflections. A buffet-style dinner provided the perfect setting to honor our shared legacy and the impact Delta Chi has had on our lives. Founding father Stephen Blank Jr., alumni initiate and faculty advisor Fernando Alcántar, and regent Greg Caufman each shared remarks on their own experience with the chapter.
This event was an incredible opportunity for the chapter to connect and celebrate the successes we’ve had over the years.
Edwardsville: Hugo Rojas
This past year has been a great one for our chapter at Edwardsville. We’ve seen tremendous growth not just in numbers, but in brotherhood, leadership, and community impact. Our chapter welcomed an outstanding group of new members who have already made an impact. From successful philanthropic events and campus involvement to social gatherings that brought us closer
together, the energy and commitment of our brothers have been inspiring. We’ve had a great year with our philanthropy events, with our first Greek Sync event, which we look to hold annually. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on building our chapter.
Embry-Riddle: Wilton Hudgins
This semester, the Embry-Riddle Chapter of Delta Chi hosted our “Martlet Madness” philanthropy competition, a vibrant week-long event uniting Greek organizations to raise funds for the V Foundation. The event showcased a variety of thrilling games and challenges, fostering brotherhood and friendly rivalry while contributing to cancer research. With the enthusiastic support of our brothers and the campus community, we raised substantial funds for this vital cause.
Adding to our success, our chapter proudly secured first place in the Jimmy V Bracket Challenge for the second consecutive year. Through the dedicated efforts of our brothers, alumni, and their families, we raised the most money for the V Foundation among all participants. This back-to-back victory highlights our unwavering commitment to Delta Chi’s values of service and community impact.
We are immensely proud of our chapter’s achievements this semester and are eager to continue our legacy of philanthropy. Thank you to all who supported our mission to make a difference!
Florida: Noah Shellenberger
The Florida chapter has had a spring full of accomplishments! During the spring, 6 new members were initiated, which puts them right under their goal of over 100 brothers. Along with that, the brothers hosted another successful Jimmy V Philanthropy with Capture the Flag. Through this and other philanthropic events, the Florida Chapter was able to raise over $10,000 for the Jimmy V Foundation. Another large success was the first registered party at the house, EDX, a play on words of the famous music festival EDC. This event invited local artists to perform, and we look forward to making this an annual event. We also had brothers pass amazing academic milestones this semester, with two of them being selected to the prestigious Florida Blue Key. As the year wound down, many brothers went to San Antonio to watch the Gators win their first basketball championship since 2007! On top of that, our formal this year was in Miami, which was a great weekend getaway for all brothers. These successes and more motivate our chapter to continually improve, and we look forward to what the fall brings!
Georgia Southern: Jack Champion
This semester, the Georgia Southern Delta Chi chapter took great strides in philanthropic, social, and brotherhood efforts, while ushering in a class of seven new brothers. That brings up our new member count for the academic year up to 31, a chapter record, and one we look to tear down as we head into rush this upcoming fall. Several of our brothers spent their spring breaks down in Guatemala, where they helped install water filters for the local population. We additionally took a trip up to Gatlinburg for our formal weekend, where brothers (and dates) enjoyed a grand weekend in one of
two cabins filled to the brim with endless memories. In March, we had our parent’s weekend social at our charter house, which included some amazing live music and food. As we wrap up what has been an exciting semester down here in Statesboro, we’d like to show thanks and appreciation to our incredible Alumni base for always supporting our chapter, and we hope you are as excited for what the future holds as we are.
Georgia Tech: Scotty Sheridan
To start the semester, Rush Chairs Ben Madar and Jacob Peterson took advantage of a surge in IFC rush numbers to bring on an Associate Member class that would result in 14 new brothers. Thanks to Social Chairs Jack Seal and Brady McCaw, we used this momentum to revitalize our social scene, which culminated in a fantastic Formal Weekend in Nashville. This semester, the Georgia Tech chapter also focused on renewing our commitment to community service and campus involvement, beginning with our inaugural GTDX Day of Service - coordinated by CSCI Chair Corbin Greene, over 65 brothers mobilized to take part in 7 volunteer opportunities all across Atlanta, including meal packing, campus cleanup, and after-school programs. Finally, our Spring Parents’ Weekend was an incredible success, with over 70 parents and other family members coming to the house from all across the country for a baseball game, low-country boil, and other activities. Thanks to this success, we were able to raise $500 for the Georgia Tech chapter’s newly incorporated endowment account, with which we hope to develop an AM Scholarship program. It looks like the Fall semester is going to be a fantastic one!
Huntsville: Davis Deason
The Huntsville Chapter of Delta Chi has emphasized campus involvement this semester. Between being involved with the campus ambassador program to working with the audiovisual department on campus, Delta Chi has changed a lot of people’s UAH experience for the better. In addition to this, we have put a larger emphasis on involving our alumni with the active chapter. We have planned alumni workshops, special alumni events during rush week, and even hosted an alumni event at a local minor league baseball game. Lastly, the Huntsville Chapter of Delta Chi has been very involved with philanthropy missions. We helped organize a suicide walk on campus, which we helped found, as well as hosted a car smash where all of the proceeds went to the V Foundation.
Illinois-Urbana: Matthew Sharp
This semester, the Illinois Chapter of Delta Chi has been active in philanthropy, brotherhood, and campus involvement. Over Easter weekend, we’re hosting Delta Kicks, a soccer tournament benefiting the Jimmy V Foundation for Cancer Research, bringing together students and the community for a great cause.
We also welcomed five new members from spring rush, strengthening our chapter and bringing fresh energy to the brotherhood. In April, we’re looking
forward to Mom’s Weekend, where brothers’ moms will visit the house for an auction to raise funds and enjoy a weekend of bonding. Beyond philanthropy and family events, we’ve remained engaged on campus and are gearing up for an exciting trip to Nashville for formal, where brothers and their dates will celebrate another great semester. With strong momentum, we look forward to closing out the term on a high note and continuing to uphold the values of Delta Chi.
Iowa State: Evan Schaible
Delta Chi at Iowa State has experienced a remarkable streak of recruitment. This semester, we continued to break another record by recruiting four new associate members compared to two in the Spring last year. We’ve had a successful outcome from our yearly Spring philanthropy, “Delta Chai” where we sell chai tea and donuts. During our Greek Week, we placed second in Lip Sync: a dance competition throughout Greek life at ISU, with members of fraternities and sororities. We earned the “Cardinal Circle”, an award placing us as one of the top 50% of all fraternities at ISU. As the chapter grows, we can represent and improve our community. We have two community service activities we will be participating in, a park cleanup and a roadside cleanup at the beginning of May to finish off the year strong. A favorite activity among all members this semester was “Mom’s Day”. Mom’s Day is when the Mothers of Delta Chi members come to our chapter house for food and activities that connect families and show appreciation for Mothers.
Kansas State: Nolan Rodriguez
The past year has been filled with success at Kansas State. From service and philanthropy to brotherhood and involvement, we are so proud of our brothers’ accomplishments. Throughout the year, we emphasize new and impactful community service events. Our brothers logged over 2,300 hours in the Manhattan community, from partnering with the local police department to serving dinners at the local food pantry. Delta Chi is making a difference. We held five different philanthropies with Greek partners, raising thousands of dollars for charity while building new relationships with other houses. We welcomed 10 new brothers in our spring class, rounding out our 24-25 academic year with nearly 30 initiated brothers. In March, we held our annual Mother’s Day auction and raised over $7,000 for student scholarships, which are always a highlight of our semester. We are excited to continue building and growing this fall. If you’re ever in Manhattan, KS, reach out!
Kent State:
Joshua Gamad
We held our 35th Anniversary of chartering and received a total $1172.00 and $350.00 for donations. On 4/12/25, we initiated one adult into alumni status, as well as gaining one new member, making us 14 members. On 4/27/25, we had our annual alumni picnic where we gathered around for games, food, and memories. Lastly, on 5/2/25, Delta Chi had their 4th annual car smash during final exams week which brought the fraternity to life, ending the semester right. The money we received goes to Cancer Research for the Jimmy V Foundation. We raised a great sum of money toward the research.
Kettering-B: Khalil Rezin-Mendez
Since our last update, as a chapter, we have continued to make progress. Bringing in another decent-sized AM Class of 4 (1/3 of our current chapter size), we have been working to prepare for our next recruitment term by creating new methods and strategies. We have had a successful co-op term, and returned to campus 3 weeks ago. This semester, we have registered to take part in our campus’s Greek Week, with challenges including tug-of-war, a chariot push, and more. We recently hosted our Alumni Celebration Dinner and are preparing to have our annual Parent/Alumni Grill-Out in June. We joined forces with our school’s chapter of Beta Theta Pi to create a team for Intramural Innertube Water Polo and have been enjoying our time so far. Creating new traditions, we are continuing our Skating Sundays, which we have been trying to keep going at our local ice rink for the last few terms now, and it has been helping connect with PNMs and AMs. As our chapter’s “E”, I recently was one of 12 current members across the country at IHQ for the “Evolving the Delta Chi Experience” event and had an amazing time helping to shape the future of the fraternity and make lifelong friends from other chapters.
Kingsville: Jonathan Salinas
The Kingsville chapter of Delta Chi Fraternity had an outstanding Spring semester, marked by notable achievements and memorable events. We proudly hosted our 1st annual fundraising pickleball tournament, which was a resounding success, attracting 14 teams to compete. Our 3rd annual Alumni Crawfish Boil also drew a great turnout, providing an opportunity for alumni to reconnect while enjoying delicious crawfish.
This semester, Delta Chi shined in the annual Greek Games, where fraternities and sororities from across campus competed in various sports. We emerged victorious, securing first place and highlighting the strength of our brotherhood. Additionally, we were honored to be named the Greek Chapter of the Year by the IFC, a testament to our dedication and impact.
Our sweetheart demonstrated incredible initiative by raising enough funds for her sweetheart pin through creative fundraising events. Her chocolate-covered strawberry sale for Valentine’s Day and taco sale were both highly successful, reflecting her hard work and the support of our community.
Lake Forest: William (Toby) Spalinger
This past semester, the brothers of Delta Chi here at Lake Forest College have been highly engaged in the campus community, participating in many of the events being held by other Greek life organizations as well as events held by the many other organizations and clubs we have here on campus. We also this semester donated some documents we had in our possession relating to the chapter historically to the college for safekeeping for future brothers. However, to the brothers themselves, the highlight of this semester was the retreat to a cabin we held, hopefully the first of many, where we really managed to get closer to one another as a group of men, strengthening our already strong bond.
Livingston: Ben Sailors
Project Livingston, or Livy for short, took up much of our semester this year. This project is becoming an annual trash pickup campaign where we clean up the city we love dearly. This year, Brother Donovan Hopkins spearheaded the project and brought it up as his own. Brothers and others divided each week into different sections of Livingston to cover the entire city. With the help of other Greek organizations, the chapter has picked up over 350 pounds of trash. Though our work may never be done, we will always leave Livingston better than we found it. We hope to continue cleaning up in the future!
Marquette: Zach Mason
This semester has been an incredible one for the Marquette chapter of Delta Chi, marked by major accomplishments in recruitment, philanthropy, and campus recognition. We proudly initiated 13 new associate members who bring energy, dedication, and a strong commitment to our values, further strengthening our brotherhood. One of our proudest achievements was the success of our annual Pie a Chi event, where—thanks to the support of the Marquette community and the hard work of our brothers—we raised $1,160 for the Jimmy V Foundation, supporting cancer research. Our efforts in service and giving back did not go unnoticed, as we were honored with the Community Service and Philanthropy Chapter of the Year award. These recognitions reflect the unwavering commitment of our chapter to the values of Delta Chi: promoting friendship, developing character, advancing justice, and assisting in the acquisition of a sound education.
Miami: Benjamin Weiss
This semester I have completely changed our “E” position within Delta Chi at Miami University. When I took over the position, I reached out to all of our previously “in contact” alumni and received 5 total responses. I decided that the first step towards a positive relationship was to reach out and ask for something that has nothing to do with money. I asked for advice and help from all of our members regarding internships and job experience. We are now in contact with 92 alumni who our members have been reaching out to, receiving job and internship offers in just a few short weeks. Has been a fantastic semester and I can’t wait for the next! Once again, we went from being in touch with 5 alumni to 92!!
Minnesota: Noah Wilson
For our chapter, we have reached several of our goals this semester and we hope to continue to break them going into the fall. At the end of the fall into the spring semester, our chapter had the second-highest cumulative fall GPA amongst all fraternities at the University; we had earned a positive 3.537 cumulative GPA. In terms of activity in Greek life, we held our own during intramural ice hockey playoffs with a combined team consisting of members from our chapter and Alpha Epsilon Pi. We will continue to pair up with them through the intramural softball season and flag football season for the end of the spring semester. Otherwise, we have several events coming up in April. We have Founder’s Day on April 12th, and we held our annual charity golf outing on April 26th to help support the house and the Jimmy V Foundation. Otherwise, Matcha Day, our variation of spring homecoming, is just around the corner. Furthermore, we had initiated three new members to our chapter, and we hope to continue to grow coming into the fall semester. Thank you for your time!
Missouri State: Tyler Blakely
The Missouri State Chapter has seen some fantastic successes lately, showing its commitment to both its members and the community. Mental Health Week was a standout event, which focused on raising awareness and supporting mental well-being. The fraternity hosted events like the campfire cookout and green bandana day, which emphasized the chapter’s goal of fostering a caring and supportive atmosphere for our brothers and community. Mom’s Weekend was another memorable event, where brothers and their moms came together to create lasting memories and strengthen family ties. During spring rush, Delta Chi proudly added three new associate members, bringing the total number of active members in the Missouri
State Chapter to 127. Lastly, our White Carnation Alumni Banquet was a major success, raising over $1,700 and drawing in more than 40 alumni to celebrate. The event not only raised funds but also helped strengthen the alumni network, ensuring the fraternity’s future growth and success.
North Alabama: Lucian Baylis
Over the past two semesters, our chapter has witnessed a stunning 70% increase in active membership! At the homecoming parade, our brother’s hard work paid off as our float took home second out of the men’s division. We started off the spring semester sending our Exec and recruitment boards to the RLA hosted in Atlanta, Georgia. Our brothers got valuable training on what a leader in their position needs to be successful, and we all came together with many good ideas to improve our chapter when we returned. Some of our goals included getting more involved on campus, engaging more with our Alumni, and improving recruiting efforts. Though we have had many challenges due to weather, our brothers have pulled together and made the most out of a challenging semester! Throughout the spring, we dedicated ourselves to being more active on campus and with our alumni. At our Phi a Chi philanthropy event, we received record donations, pulling members of local businesses in on the action and raising money for the Jimmy V Foundation. Our brothers are active on campus and involved in many RSOs, clubs, and other groups on and off campus. Two of our active brothers have participated in the SGA 5K to support student counseling services on campus, another brother helped to found a new RSO called Pride, which is a student-led organization that provides resources to in-need students on campus, and another brother participated in another philanthropy pageant put on by the Phi Mu. We also had an awesome spring break brotherhood camping trip out in the Sipsey Wilderness within Bankhead National Forest with activities like hiking, swimming, singing the bond song around the fire, and more. This spring, we also hosted our 8th annual “Preston Settle” Alumni vs. Actives softball game, where the alumni took home a win! This summer, our recruitment team is looking forward to meeting the incoming transfers and freshmen for the University’s SOAR event and are actively working on a rush plan for the fall. This fall, we are also looking forward to our annual Founder’s Day Banquet, which will be held at the Lava Room in downtown Florence, where we will have live music, unique food, and recognize some of our dedicated brothers and Alumni for their hard work over the past year as brothers in the bond! The fall will also see the launch of our Alumni mentor program, which will connect our active brothers with alumni in related fields to their major and provide them with valuable skills they will need post-graduation.
North Georgia: Angel Miranda
This semester, our chapter engaged in a range of impactful events that showcased our commitment to philanthropy and campus involvement. We kicked off the term by selling hot chocolate on campus and ended with
a snow cone fundraiser to support chapter initiatives. In partnership with other student organizations, we hosted a car smash event to raise awareness and educate students about the fight against human trafficking and to support the Jimmy V Foundation for cancer research. Our brothers also enjoyed social events with several sororities and continued our tradition of a semesterly camping trip to build brotherhood. One of our proudest moments this semester was winning a mac and cheese competition against other Greek organizations, where we donated all the prize money to Face the Fight Against Veteran Suicide.
Omaha: Andrew Buso
We started the Semester with a ton of brotherhood bonding and fun, just over 500 miles away in Deadwood, South Dakota. The brothers and I had 4 cabins in the black hills and mountains to ski on for 3 days, and it was one of the most fun trips I have been on! Shortly after our trip, we began to prepare for spring recruitment. We met a lot of great guys during the process and had an awesome time with them during the AM process. We initiated 11 brothers into the MU class, and they made a great impact. We couldn’t be happier. We have been exercising one of our four pillars and our great chapter GPA by exercising study nights every week for brothers who need a little boost or just want to improve their studies. We had the honor of being asked to help initiate the University of Iowa Provisional Chapter; our A, B, C, and F traveled over 3 hours away to be a part of the start of a new chapter of Delta Chi. We have had great Philanthropy events this semester. We participated in Omathon, a Dance marathon event that supports a miracle kid and donates all the funds to a children’s hospital. We also held our own events such as Dare a Delta and Pie a Chi these both supported by Omathon raised in total of almost 3,000 dollars! When we have not been busy with social events, chapter and alumni events, community service, brotherhood, philanthropy, and we enjoy being part of the best Fraternity in the world!
Oregon State: Ethan Bergen
The chapter has been very active these last couple of months. We started the previous term strong with Greek Week, which is an Oregon state-run IFC event that pairs us with other houses in Greek life. We participated in team competitions on campus. This event is a great way to get involved on campus and meet people from different Greek life organizations. This event
is always a favorite for our brothers and one we greatly look forward to. We started the spring off strong with rush week. We hosted rush events to engage with and meet potential new members. This week brought a lot of energy to our house. One of the most popular events was a car smash event sponsored by Rockstar Energy. A sponsorship brought this event to the next level. We also just finished one of the last running Oregon State University events, University sing. This event is a singing and dancing competition where we are paired with a sorority and spend months practicing our singing and dancing with our partner, Kappa Delta. This event was a great bonding opportunity for our brothers and a great chance to meet and bond with Kappa Delta.
The Penn State Chapter of Delta Chi has experienced a prosperous semester on many fronts during this term. The brotherhood has remained a tight-knit group of determined, established, and hardworking men. We’ve upheld a healthy and communicative relationship with our alumni and look to strengthen our bond further. THON was also a major success this year as our organization, with sorority Kappa Kappa Gamma, raised enough money to reach the top 10 in organizations within Greek life at Penn State. Our relationship with the University has been thriving all semester, something we pride ourselves on. On behalf of the entire brotherhood, we look forward to continuing to maintain the valuable morals Delta Chi stands for.
Purdue: Liam Simpson
This semester, I successfully led a fundraising initiative for the Delta Chi Fraternity at Purdue University through an online popcorn sale in partnership with Double Good. The goal was to raise funds to support our chapter’s philanthropy event funding. Double Good made the process simple and effective, offering high-quality popcorn with 50% of the proceeds going directly to our chapter. To maximize our reach, I encouraged participation from our active brothers, as well as parents, alumni, and members of the local community. The support we received was incredible. In just two days, we raised $360—earning the chapter a $180 profit towards our philo. From this fundraiser, our chapter now has a starting budget to begin holding philanthropy events on campus. This fundraiser not only helped financially, but it also fostered a greater sense of connection and involvement across the Delta Chi community. It demonstrated the power of collaboration and how a well-executed fundraising effort can make a meaningful impact in a short amount of time.
On March 29th-30th, the brothers and associate members of the provisional chapter of Delta Chi Purdue attended a weekend-long brotherhood retreat.
The venue was the home of alumni John Hibler, whose family graciously hosted the event, including a paintball excursion at which the boys all had a ton of fun. The weekend was full of bonding, fun, and getting to know some of the fraternity’s alumni. There were about 30 brothers that were able to attend the event in total. On Saturday morning, the boys competed in various events, such as football and softball, followed by a big cookout. After the time at the park, the brothers spent the night watching movies, getting to know some of the guys that they did not know as well, and finally had a big stay over in the house. The next morning, around 20 of the brothers spent their Sunday morning playing paintball at the course, including running through woods, forts and other settings for the final events. The retreat was a great example of the kind of bonding and fun that the brothers of the provisional chapter of Delta Chi Purdue have been able to have since the founding of the provisional chapter. Hopefully this is only the start of the great experiences that we will be having in the future.
This spring, the Purdue Provisional Delta Chi Fraternity Chapter had the opportunity to participate once again in the “Detrash the Wabash” event, a community service initiative aimed at cleaning up the Wabash River. This semesterly event, which we also took part in during the fall, has become a valued tradition for our chapter. About 20 of our brothers joined together to hike along the riverside, picking up trash and helping restore the natural environment of the riverbank. The event was more than just a cleanup effort— it was a chance for us to actively contribute to the local community and environment in a meaningful way. Working together outdoors gave us time to bond with one another, and it made the experience not only productive but also enjoyable. Whether it was sharing stories, laughing, or just working side by side, the camaraderie we built during the cleanup strengthened the ties within our brotherhood. Participating in “Detrash the Wabash” reflects our chapter’s commitment to service, leadership, and environmental responsibility. We’re proud to have made a positive impact while also growing closer as a fraternity. Events like these highlight what it means to be a Delta Chi brother—serving others while supporting each other.
Rhode Island: Conal Burgess
Our chapter has had much success over the past academic year. Starting in the fall, we had our first fully functioning ABT. With the help of the ABT, we were able to have a 100% dues collection within the first 2 weeks of the fall semester, which is something our chapter has not done in a long time. That however, was not our only success; we welcomed 10 new members in the fall and 2 in the spring, helping bring our total membership count up. We partook in different philanthropy events this year, such as “Phil Week” and “Greek Week,” where we raised money for mental health charities, Best Buddies, and Special Olympics. In regard to alumni engagement, we had a successful fall barbecue and have our spring one approaching April 26th. With the help of the ABT, we were able to regain access to the alumni Facebook group with over 150+ alumni. Our chapter has made substantial progress in multiple areas over the past academic year.
South Carolina: Chip Sayer
We started the semester by welcoming nine incredible new brothers into the Bond of Delta Chi: Jordan Blades, Matt Keener, Arun Mayer, Colton Baker, McCoy Corbin, Stewart Spanila, Baylor Miller, Joey Murges, and Will Spina. Each of them has already made their mark on the chapter, stepping into their roles with energy, commitment, and a true sense of brotherhood.
Not long after their initiation, our chapter took part in Alpha Gamma Delta’s “Singing for Sami” competition, a lip sync and dance event that brought together seven Greek organizations to raise money for a great cause. We’re proud to say that Delta Chi took first place, securing a $500 donation to the V Foundation and helping contribute to the event’s total of over $1,000 raised for the Singing for Sami Foundation.
Beyond our philanthropic efforts, we’ve had some great social events this semester. Our Super Bowl LIX watch party during the Chiefs vs. Eagles game had a strong turnout and great energy throughout the night. We also teamed up with Alpha Gamma Delta for a fun and memorable mixer that brought our organizations even closer together.
One of the biggest highlights this spring was Mountain Weekend. It gave the brothers a chance to head into the mountains for a weekend of breathtaking views, late-night games, and lifelong memories. It was a perfect reminder of the friendships and shared experiences that define our chapter here at UofSC.
As we wrap up the semester, we’re proud of everything we’ve accomplished and even more excited for what lies ahead.
Tennessee: Cooper Peterson
This semester marked a historic milestone for the Tennessee Chapter of the Delta Chi Fraternity as we proudly obtained our charter, officially solidifying our presence at the University of Tennessee. This achievement represents the culmination of years of dedication, growth, and commitment from our brotherhood.
Alongside this major accomplishment, we welcomed four new members into our brotherhood and continued to strengthen our chapter through meaningful events. Our members organized a successful service initiative to help clean up the Fort Sanders neighborhood, giving back to the Knoxville community we call home. We also hosted a memorable riverboat formal, participated
in multiple intramural sports, and held several brotherhood events aimed at fostering deeper connections among our members. This semester was a celebration of progress, unity, and tradition. As we look ahead, we are excited to continue building on this momentum and leaving a lasting impact both on campus and in the community.
Tri State: Rowdy Smith
This semester, our chapter held a 24-hour live stream to raise money for the Jimmy V Foundation. During this event, the brothers played multiple video games, ranging from Marvel Rivals, Left 4 Dead 2, and Bigfoot. While we played, viewers of the live stream could make donations. Depending on how much they donated, the brothers would have to do challenges such as inverted controls, getting pied in the face, or eating wasabi. One of our brothers even shaved his head after $200 was donated, and our philanthropy chair dyed his hair purple after $450 was donated. Overall, the event raised $740 for the Jimmy V Foundation. The event also served as a great way to encourage Alumni interaction, as most of the challenges were given by alumni. Both activities and alumni alike had a great time, and we are excitedly waiting to hold this event again!
Truman State: Evan Listerud
The Truman State Delta Chi chapter had a highly successful spring 2025 semester. At Truman State University’s Leadership Recognition Program, the chapter and its members earned numerous honors, including “IFC Chapter of the Year,” the “IFC Emerging Leader Award,” the “IFC Living Our Values Award,” the “IFC Man of the Year Award,” and the “Student Excellence Award.” During Greek Week, the chapter raised over $1,400 for the Special Olympics and the American Red Cross and secured first place among IFC fraternities. A brother was also crowned Greek Week Royalty. In addition, the chapter hosted a social philanthropy event that raised over $500 for the Adair County Humane Society. These accomplishments reflect Delta Chi’s strong commitment to leadership, service, and brotherhood.
DWHAT HAPPENS AT REGIONAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY?
MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND IN 2026
elta Chi’s second Regional Leadership Academy (RLA) events took place on January 17–19, 2025, and January 24–26, 2025, in four locations: St. Louis, MO, Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, and Reno, NV. Each event represented one or two of the new “geographic” regions for a weekend of leadership development training, goal setting, action planning, and Fraternity and Regional business.
In addition to small groups for undergraduate officers based on their role, known as “PODs,” there was also an Associate Member Counselor (AMC) POD, a recruitment training track, and the Dale Carnegie Scholars track. While RLA intends to focus on undergraduate officer onboarding, there was also an alumni and volunteer POD available for these attendees.
All attendees were able to experience a Dale Carnegie keynote, a formal dinner and regional award recognition, Ritual exemplification, and a closing celebration event. In addition,
the majority of participants were able to engage in a keynote from Phired Up, regional business sessions to elect Regents, and sessions focused on information about Delta Chi’s Evolving Associate Member Experience.
Recruitment track participants and Dale Carnegie Scholars had a separate schedule that included more POD time, and both groups had virtual pre-sessions before RLA to ensure
they could complete their program on-site. Based on direct feedback from participants in the previous year, the 2025 program was shortened by one day and included officer-specific content for each POD track. In addition, attendees designated as an “A” – “F” officer, AMC, or Recruitment Chair were expected to complete their online officer onboarding modules before program check-in.
“ I loved the POD sessions and being able to have students work together, share ideas, and talk with each other. I am also OBSESSED with the Dale Carnegie speaker and content during the keynote. It was super engaging, and she was wonderful to listen to.”
Participants and General Experience
Across all four RLAs, there were close to 700 undergraduate participants registered from 101 chapters. In addition, there were 26 alumni attendees - an increase from the first year.
Another change to the program this year was to have POD facilitators in most sessions be partnered together with a Delta Chi member and Friend of the Fraternity. In addition, for chapters that did not have an advisor present, facilitators were assigned as a “chapter mentor” to sit with a specific chapter during general sessions. Mentors helped promote focus and on-task discussion, allowing the
facilitator to provide coaching during the Chapter Action Planning sessions on the final program day.
Seventy-seven chapters submitted an action plan during this process. Goals in these plans were set based on the Fraternity’s key strategic priorities of Manpower, Growth, and Recruitment; Alumni Engagement; and Member Experience. In addition, chapters identified a fourth goal related to Chapter Operations,
“ I really liked leading the POD sessions because the attendees were able to talk about their ideas, concerns, and questions they had in their role, and they were able to hear from the POD Facilitators and each other about how to best go about their role. Anytime they have to talk amongst themselves is always beneficial.”
and a final fifth goal of their own choosing. Chapters had to identify each goal, explain why it was important, and outline the steps to achieve it. In addition, they had to set deadlines, identify accountability partners, and determine who would be responsible for ensuring the goal is achieved.
Each lettered officer POD group and the Recruitment POD groups were able to select an “MVP,” someone who made a valuable and positive contribution to their experience (see below for winners). In addition, Dale Carnegie Scholar cohorts selected a “Highest Achievement Award” winner (see page 28), awarded to someone who exemplifies the standards, qualities, and consistent practice of the principles on which the program is based. The Highest Achievement Award winners have been invited to provide feedback on future Fraternity programming.
Registration for the 2026 Regional Leadership Academy event opens October 20, 2025, and will reflect continued program improvements based on feedback received. Make your plans to attend now! See the dates and locations for each region, along with the link to register, on page 29.
Regional Leadership Academy 2025 MVPs
A Finn Wilson Coe Leavengood Aaron Ruiz Leo Wang Kansas State Florida Rutgers Arizona
B Robert Cobb Raphael Young Mike Lang Josh Hilbig San Antonio Spring Hill Montclair Utah (Provisional Chapter)
C Elliott Perrin Jack Hostetler Ryan Hirsch Henry Egbers Central Missouri Florida State Syracuse Oregon State
D Liam Nicholas Rafeh Khan Henry Breslin Jorge Solorzano Kansas State Florida Hobart Utah (Provisional Chapter)
E Ben Weiss Wesley Alexander Jacob King Dave Shute Miami Southern Arkansas Syracuse Alberta
F Wyatt Scott Jack Glover Luke Swisher Bruce Caropreso Missouri Florida Duquesne Riverside
AMC Charlie Nielsen Trent Smith Carter Beckwith Luigi Defilippo Iowa State Southern Arkansas Massachusetts Arizona
RECRUITMENT Seth Jayaprabhu Tyler Koenig Jonah Malino JD Jaramillo Lake Forest South Carolina Rutgers Utah (Provisional Chapter)
High Achievement Award Winners
During the four 2025 Regional Leadership Academy events, 90 members of Delta Chi graduated as Dale Carnegie Scholars. In three years, the program has graduated over 250 members, Delta Chi is the exclusive fraternal partner of Dale Carnegie, and believes that creating this opportunity for the development of professional and interpersonal skills will lead to the success of program graduates within their chapters and in their future careers.
Five 2025 Dale Carnegie Scholars achieved further distinction as recipients of the Highest Achievement Award. To be selected for this prestigious honor, individuals were voted into recognition by their peers within their cohort at the Regional Leadership Academy (RLA)
event. Highest Achievement Award (HHA) winners exemplify the standards, qualities, and consistent application of the principles of the Dale Carnegie program.
Each HAA winner was recognized during the closing session of RLA and received a commemorative plaque designating this recognition. They were also able to share thoughts with other attendees during the session about the impact and benefit of the program. They were invited to provide continued and focused feedback to Delta Chi International Headquarters staff. HAAs will also offer direct insight and feedback throughout the calendar year about the partnership between Delta Chi and Dale Carnegie.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
Josh Valenzuela, S. Dakota State ’26
“My facilitator…was just a very wise guy who was really effective in providing an example of what Dale Carnegie’s teachings are and transferring that knowledge onto us…being able to interact with a bunch of exemplary brothers from all around was an awesome experience. The fact that we’re the only fraternity organization that actually has a partnership with Dale Carnegie is pretty cool too, and I would highly recommend it to any brother who wants to strive to be the best they can be in terms of being an effective communicator and leader.”
Noah Karr, Lake Forest ’27
“I thought that the program taught everybody invaluable skills. Easily one of the hardest things to do is to speak publicly, and I think the course lessened everybody’s fear of that. From the interactive lessons to the wonderful friendships I made that weekend, to call such an event a success would be an understatement. It was simply amazing to have that opportunity, and everyone involved has my sincere gratitude for everything that they did.”
The deadline for the “A” to declare their chapter ’s Delta Chi Dale Carnegie Scholar is November 5, 2025.
For more information about the 2026 Delta Chi Dale Carnegie Scholars Program, visit: deltachi.org/dale-carnegie
Jaxen Barnett, Georgia Southern ’28
“The benefit I have received from this program is being able to understand others’ opinions and ideas better. Before taking the Dale Carnegie course, I would often dismiss people’s ideas as soon as they were mentioned. Following the course, I am tremendously better at listening to people’s ideas and understanding them. My participation in the program has carried into the Delta Chi chapter room when we have discussions where other ideas may be thrown out.”
Nikita Shamota, Rutgers ’26
“Dale Carnegie has been an amazing experience that I didn’t know even existed. I believe that through this program, I had the opportunity to meet many new people and learn a significant amount about confidence and its impact on me in the real world. These skills transfer over anywhere in life, and I believe that Dale Carnegie’s mentorship has helped me grow as a person overall.”
Joe Giannelli, Arizona ’25
“This program has opened up my eyes to the key skills that can assist me in my professional life. In doing so, I have already made strides to enhance my relationships and truly get the best out of those I am collaborating with. The program didn’t teach me how to be a sociable person, but enhanced my skills to make every conversation more productive and personable.”
In 2026, Delta Chi’s Regional Leadership Academy enters its third year with renewed momentum, hosting four January events for undergraduates and alumni. “The Regional Leadership Academy represents Delta Chi’s investment in our future,” says “AA” Patrick Alderdice. Funded by the Delta Chi Foundation, chapter assessments, and alumni fees, the program equips officers with practical tools and a continent-wide network, offering targeted training and interactive sessions to boost chapter health, collaboration, and lifelong leadership.
Deadline is Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST
JANUARY 16-18, 2026
SOUTHEAST REGION Atlanta, GA
WESTERN REGION
Los Angeles, CA
JANUARY 23-25, 2026
CENTRAL & MIDWEST REGIONS
St. Louis, Missouri
MID-ATLANTIC & NORTHEAST REGIONS Philadelphia, PA
Los Angeles
KEEPING IN TOUCH
Important Milestones
Little Rock
Brother Matthew Winston ’22, married Hannah Winston, November 8, 2024
Marquette
Brother Matthew DeMartini, ’99, Sworn in as Associate Judge of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court of Lake County, Illinois, July 15, 2024
St. Louis Philadelphia
South Florida
Born to Brother Ryan Bushey, ’07, a daughter, Adalee Elaine Bushey, September 14, 2023
Texas Tech
Brother Jonathon Medina, ’16, promoted to the role of Director, National Performance Manager at Merrill Lynch.
Tri State
Born to Brother Jason Buck, ’12, a daughter, Lindley Louise Buck, January 16, 2025
Born to Brother John Evans, ’13, a daughter, Charlotte Rose Evans, July 25, 2024
Born to Brother Joseph Kaminski, ’14, a son, Rowan Kaminski
Born to Brother Kyle Pierce, ’15, a son, Aiden Dean
Born to Brother Ryan Gabet, ’14, a son, Christian James Gabet, November 25, 2024
West Liberty
Keith Olson, West Liberty ’85, has been named Director of Communications at Bluefield State University in Bluefield, West Virginia.
FAREWELL & PARTING
These men have lived among us for a time, and we have been honored to call them brothers. Now they are gone and we bid them a fond farewell at this parting.
Those Who Have Passed
Alabama
Jack Cadre ’27 February 26, 2025
Louis Scholl ’56
Arizona
Edward Girard ’50, January 1, 2025
Louis Enloe ’55, February 2, 2025
Mark Rogers ’81, March 11, 2025
Auburn
Stephen Stanfield ’69, December 24, 2024
James Stevens ’66, March 26, 2025
Prince Edward Gaylord ’71, May 19, 2025
Behrend
Christopher Green ’96, November 18, 2024
Brandon Oakes ’13, November 12, 2021
California State - Sacramento
Erik Alvarez ’05, December 5, 2024
Central Missouri
Eugene Bauer ’81
Jason Butler ’99, February 28, 2025
John Martin ’89, January 30, 2025
Columbia
Thomas Christianson ’39
Richard Jackson ’42, August 29, 2008
William Morgan ’37
Elmer Baldwin ’42, July 13, 1999
Cornell
John Holden ’59, March 17, 2025
Walter Foley ’53, March 25, 2025
Donald Kruse ’52, February 18, 2025
Charles Peebles ’51
Hugh Nutter ’49
DePauw
Richard Partridge ’61, January 23, 2025
Ward Blessing ’42
Frederick Black ’60
John Smith ’06
Denison
James Rowe ’69, June 30, 2024
Denver
Nikolaus Krull ’21, January 7, 2025
Eastern Illinois
Randy Price ’78, March 10, 2025
Florida
Stephen Sowry ’89, October 16, 2024
Florida State
James “Jimmy” Dill ’99, January 23, 2025
Fullerton
Donald Holiman ’69, April 16, 2025
Kieran Hanlon ’67, April 2, 2024
Robert Sandoval ’67, November 11, 2023
Sergio Lineras, October 27, 2024
Brian Foxx ’84, July 2, 2024
Robert Green ’81, May 23, 2024
Alejandro Almaguer ’01, March 11, 2025
Jason Cardiel ’01, January 1, 2024
David Boxley ’80, December 6, 2024
Gannon
Joseph Fry ’96, February 21, 2025
Kris Rahn ’15, December 3, 2024
Georgia Tech
Joshua Patrick ’23, January 30, 2025
Gorham State
Robert MacIntosh ’78, June 5, 2015
Joseph Marceau ’05, November 23, 2015
Laurier Marcoux ’73, June 7, 2022
Kenneth Marston ’78, March 30, 2024
Timothy Moore ’98, January 24, 2025
David Morrill ’71, July 17, 2024
Brian Murray ’75, October 31, 2023
John Poirier ’86
Gregory Schwabe ’75, May 31, 2021
Michael Teasdale ’74, April 26, 2022
Donald Trafford ’89, July 17, 2024
Christopher Walker ’16, November 12, 2016
Shawn Wishart ’00, February 14, 2020
Mark Westman ’79, October 23, 2021
Richard Kidney ’73, April 6, 2021
Sam Jennison ’16, March 21, 2018
Nathan Haynes ’73, November 1, 2013
Christopher Gallagher ’90
Bruce Crowley ’70, July 6, 2016
John Cole ’76
James Chamberland ’71, November 14, 2020
Roger Bosse ’76, August 2, 2023
Matthew Bianchi ’91, May 26, 2016
Wayne Beckwith ’71, March 20, 2010
Indiana
Calvin Immel ’51, January 1, 2025
Mark Stahl ’80
Iowa
Robert Davison ’48, January 18, 2022
Richard Dean ’41, April 1, 1979
Jay Shinkle ’86, April 8, 2023
Iowa State
Warren Hadley ’61, February 14, 2025
James May ’44, June 16, 2020
Edgar Cagley ’59
George Davidson ’49
Kansas
Solie McLeroy ’55, December 13, 2024
Gerald Andre ’62, November 28, 2024
Kentucky
Charles Chinn ’50
Charles Calk ’51
Bernard Gravitt ’50, December 30, 1980
Lake Forest
Eugene Hershey ’63, December 1, 2024
Maryland
Clark Campbell ’92
Miami
Rowland Quinn ’50
Michigan
Charles McGuire ’65, December 11, 2024
John Levinson ’73, February 27, 2025
Roland Bosma ’56, March 11, 2025
F. William “Bill” Thewalt ’58, August 7, 2023
Cooper Matthews ’50
Charles McGuire ’65
David Gerisch ’65
James Cape ’53
Alben Carlson ’50
Harold Gibbons ’50
Albert Boyd ’53
John Norburg ’53
Michigan State
Curt McDowell ’83, January 29, 2025
Theodore Bowman ’52, January 14, 2025
George Chesley ’64, July 11, 2020
Bruce Bancroft ’62, January 8, 2025
Missouri
George Gladney ’68, July 6, 2023
Jerry Odor ’59, July 29, 2018
Ronald Day ’58
Jackie Stubblefield ’78, February, 2017
Gene Wilcox ’51
Craig Lovasz ’87, January 10, 2025
New Haven
Marino Limauro ’85, November 30, 2024
Ohio State
William Fred Rauch ’60, September 17, 2017
Oklahoma
Danny White ’53, February 25,2025
Parsons
Dale Antoniu ’72
William Plummer ’65
Robert Fultz ’71
Rollins
Ralph Pernice ’52, February 13, 2025
Richard Lesneski ’53
Edward Lott ’44
Corky Scarborough ’52
William Fathauer ’56, March 26, 2018
Larry Hitner ’59, February 27, 2013
Carl Fowler ’43, October, 1976
Nicholas Betzold ’53, August 4, 2022
Nelson Kimball ’59
Sacramento
Erik Alvarez ’05, December 5, 2024
Southeast Missouri
James Bradley DePriest ’78, October 24, 2023
Southern California
Robert Spelman ’78, November 25, 2024
Maj. Gen. William L Doyle ’55, August 1, 2024
SMU
Norman Hines ’50, January 1, 2022
William “Bill” Garlow ’65, April 5, 2025
Southern Illinois
Michael Yates ’66, November 19, 2024
Stanford
Charles Berger ’37, May 14, 2002
Edward Brooks ’39, January 1, 1951
Robert Bettencourt ’51, December 31, 2022
Gordon Ewig ’41, August 11, 2015
Lowell Lund Bowen ’48, December 16, 1960
Paul Dague ’59, January 20, 1984
Texas
DeWitt Bennett ’38
August Beck ’42
John Doggett ’61
Alan Dabney ’51
Texas Western
Frank Spittle ’65, June 14, 2018
Peter Chrapliwy ’45, April 11, 2013
Emmett Cantrell ’64, October 5, 1979
James Padden ’64, December 14, 2014
Thomas Callaghan ’64, April 15, 2012
Robert Huston ’63, January 17, 2009
Don Duckett ’65, January 25, 2022
Troy
Donnie Jeffrey ’80, January 1, 2025
Truman State
Michael Parsons ’87, December 2, 2024
Valdosta
John Worchester-Holland ’72
Washington
Matthew Pratt ’77, October 2, 2023
Washington State
Rorick Graham ’69, February 2, 2025
Western Michigan
John Swander ’62, December 21, 2024
Alan Quick ’58, December 22, 2024
Wayne State
Kent Davison ’61
Randall Guerriero ’68
Windsor
Joseph Rohrer ’71, November 19, 2024
*The below commemorates our departed brothers as of September 2025.
IN LOVING MEMORY OF BROTHER
Raymond F. Borelli
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Brother Raymond F. Borelli, Illinois ’58 “AA” Emeritus.
Raymond earned both his bachelor’s and MBA degrees from the University of Illinois, where he joined ROTC and the Delta Chi Fraternity -- two lifelong commitments that would shape his love for leadership, loyalty, and brotherhood. He went on to serve in the United States Army, ultimately retiring with the rank of Colonel. Later, he served Delta Chi as “AA” and was recognized as “AA” Emeritus during the 2004 Convention for his contributions to the Fraternity.
He dedicated himself to advancing Delta Chi and the fraternal community both personally and professionally. Raymond founded the Borelli Family Leadership Award In honor of the memory of his wife and daughter. The prestigious Borelli Family Leadership Award is bestowed upon undergraduate Delta Chi members who have excelled academically and demonstrated exceptional leadership traits within their chapters and on campus.
The Delta Chi Fraternity extends its deepest condolences to the Borelli Family. The Fraternity’s thoughts are with the Illinois Chapter and all members of Delta Chi. In times of grief, we must come together as brothers and continue to live by our values of Friendship, Character, Justice, and Education, just as Brother Borelli did.
HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF Jason Butler
There are some people whose presence doesn’t fade after they leave the room—or even this world. Jason Butler was one of those rare individuals. Butler’s life was devoted to something greater than himself: building and sustaining the lifelong power of brotherhood and sisterhood through Greek life connections.
Butler raised expectations, elevated people, and helped redefine what fraternal foundations could achieve. Over the course of more than two decades, he helped secure more than $50 million in support, not only for Delta Chi, but also across the Greek community. His guiding philosophy was simple yet powerful: people give to people, and people give to change lives.
Butler’s leadership journey began at Central Missouri, where his impact was immediate and enduring. He wore many hats at CMSU, including Associate Member Counselor, as well as Chapter “A”, “D”, and “E”. He was honored as Chapter Luminary in 1998 and made history in 1999 as CMSU’s first-ever Homecoming King. Beyond Delta Chi, Butler led on campus as Student Government Association Vice President, President, and later a re-elected student leader until his graduation in December 1999.
Butler’s devotion to Delta Chi spanned a lifetime of leadership and mentorship. Professionally, he served as Leadership Consultant and Director of Chapter Services, roles where he directly strengthened Delta Chi chapters nationwide. He later served as Chapter Advisor for multiple chapters: Central Missouri, Missouri State, and Washburn.
At Central Missouri, he took on critical alumni leadership positions, serving as Alumni Board of Trustees President and “BB.” At Washburn, he again served as “BB,” guiding undergraduates through his mentorship.
Butler’s leadership continued to some of the highest levels of Delta Chi, not only directly with chapters, but as a Vice Regent, and Regent for Region IV on the Board of Regents, where he was a driving force behind the launch of the “A”’s Academy in 2006. He also served as a Delta Chi Foundation Director from 2016 until 2025, and on its Fundraising Committee beginning in 2012.
Butler’s service extended much farther than Delta Chi. He also served the interfraternal world with distinction as a board member of the Foundation for Fraternal Excellence, including as Vice President and President. Beyond his volunteer service, Butler’s professional career was a reflection of his belief in the power of people and relationships. He began as Assistant Director of Alumni Relations at CMSU, then served as Vice President and Partner at Pennington & Co. for 15 years. In 2019, he brought his expertise and passion to the FarmHouse Foundation as Director of Leadership Giving.
Butler’s contributions were not limited to titles or achievements. He believed deeply in mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and using data to drive lasting impact.
Butler was awarded Delta Chi’s Meritorious Service Award in 2002. He also never missed a convention after his initiation into the Fraternity, attending 14 over nearly 30 years.Jason Butler’s legacy is one of leadership, mentorship, and transformational impact. His dedication will make a difference for generations to come.
