CHAPTER NEWS individuals, corporations, and foundations that have supported and contributed to university programs and departments through their gifts and voluntary service. Grossnickle has been a key volunteer and supporter for the Center on Philanthropy for more than a decade.
With strict budgeting this semester, the active chapter has repaid $1,000 of debt to the Alumni Association. Special thanks to Tyler Dice for making this happen. Alumni brothers interested in reconnecting should send their contact information to Alumni Secretary Pat Vanhie at pvanhie@uwo.ca
Washington (Alpha-Psi)
The chapter commemorated its 92nd anniversary during its annual Founders Day celebration held in Seattle on April 16, 2010. The evening included a brief business meeting of the chapter’s house corporation, followed by various chapter awards and recognitions. A highlight of this year’s celebration was the awarding of the Order of Achievement to Gregory “Pappy” Boyington (1948) by Grand High Alpha Dr. Ed Leonard (William Jewell 1979), only the second time the Order of Achievement has been awarded posthumously in the Fraternity’s history. The evening’s master of ceremonies was former General Fraternity staff member John Vicklund (1969).
Wittenberg (Nu-Zeta)
The chapter was recognized by the IFC for earning the highest GPA of any fraternity on campus, an award the chapter has held for the majority of the past decade. The chapter hosted charity events for both Haiti Relief and Relay for Life, raising hundreds of dollars. The chapter added 10 new brothers during the spring semester.
Wyoming (Delta-Rho)
Chapter brothers teamed with Oxfam America to contribute to the organization’s global humanitarian efforts with a benefit concert on April 16, 2010. The concert featured a medley of local bands from the Laramie community.
Washington & Lee (Gamma-Phi)
Scott Centorino was elected president of the student government executive committee and Steele Burrow will continue to serve as his class representative. On the Student Judicial Council, Matt Simpson was elected secretary, with Greg Franke and Tim McAleenan serving as class representatives.
Western Ontario (Delta-Eta)
The chapter ended the school year with 30 returning brothers, adding seven new members during the spring semester, and is excited for fall rush. The London Free Press recognized the chapter’s annual Men’s Mission clothing drive where more than 30 bags of clothing went to help the needy. New chapter elections were held and, for the first time in approximately five years, the chapter house will be fully occupied with tenants next school year.
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