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Please keep in mind that news continues to come in, even when an issue has gone to press. While it may seem dated to include events from the previous semester or school year, our goal is to recognize all our brothers.

Akron | Akron, OH

During the spring 2022 semester, Alpha Omicron hosted their second annual FIJI Bark Madness Tournament philanthropy, supporting One of a Kind Pet Rescue (OKPR). Through this virtual event, Akron fraternities and sororities competed to raise money for a dog in a bracket-style tournament. Over $4,800 was raised for OKPR, which will help the organization purchase a new animal transport vehicle for sick and injured pets. The Chapter also hosted the Bark-B-Que philanthropy for OKPR during the fall 2021 semester. The event was held on Homecoming and raised over $2,000.

Jackson Grove (2025) and Jack Boettler (2024) were elected IFC President and Vice President of Member Development, respectively.

Chapter President Jose Garcia (Akron 2024) cofounded the University's new International Student Organization.

Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL

In October 2021, the Theta Chapter partnered with Greek Give, an on-campus philanthropy which aims to donate extra meals from fraternities to the Tuscaloosa Soup Kitchen. Since then, the Chapter has donated 100 meals a week to support those in need.

The Chapter continued to uphold its academic excellence with a 3.34 GPA during the fall 2021 semester.

Several brothers were elected to leadership positions on campus. Will Fracchia (2024) was elected Treasurer of the IFC. Thomas Ashton (2025) was elected senator for the Culverhouse College of Business. And Collier Dobbs (2024) and Eric Doh (2024) were elected Vice President for External Affairs and Treasurer of the Student Government Association, respectively.

Collier Wilson (2022), Cole Mozingo (2025), Whatley Thompson (2024) and Thomas Cochran (2024) were selected to serve as Capstone Men, official ambassadors of the University.

Alberta | Edmonton, AB

^ With COVID-19 restrictions easing, Epsilon Alpha was able to host their annual Graduate vs. Undergraduate Hockey Game in January. The game allows the undergraduates to bond with their graduate brothers with some healthy competition. The undergraduates won the game with a score of 11-10.

Allegheny | Meadville, PA

During the fall 2021 semester, brothers from the Pi Chapter participated in several service projects, totaling 342 community service hours, an average of 18 hours/brother. Two of these projects were Make a Difference Day, where brothers renovated a wheelchair ramp, and the annual French Creek Conservancy Cleanup, where brothers volunteered at the weigh station.

The Chapter hosted two blood drives during the spring 2022 semester.

Appalachian State | Boone, NC

In December 2021, Beta Nu received the Blue Ridge Parkway Volunteer Group Award from the National Park Service. The Chapter received the award because brothers have been an important part of volunteer operations in the Boone and Blowing Rock areas of the parkway, contributing hundreds of service hours ranging from trail maintenance and construction to campground maintenance.

In November 2021, Jack Singley (2022) was awarded IFC President of the Year from the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office.

Arizona State | Tempe, AZ

Alpha Sigma hosted their Shave to Save philanthropy event to raise money for The Center for Rare Childhood Disorders at the Transnational Genomics Research Institute in November 2021. Fortyseven brothers shaved their heads during the event, which raised over $56,000 for the Center. Due to the tremendous community support for the event, the Chapter extended their donation deadline to January 31. They raised an additional $7,600, bringing their final donation total to $63,640.

^ During the 2021 calendar year, the Chapter completed 751.5 community service hours. This included over 300 hours at the Salvation Army and 180 hours at Feed My Starving Children. One of the many service projects included the Valley Partnership Community Project (VPCP), benefiting the Salvation Army Tempe, on December 4, 2021. Brothers volunteered by landscaping, painting the facility and packaging food and hygiene boxes. Pictured: Alpha Sigma brothers with Tempe Mayor Corey Woods (center) at the VPCP.

Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR

Parker Blackburn (2022) won Outstanding Position Paper and Outstanding Delegate in Conference from the National Model United Nations. He was also a part of the University of Arkansas team, which was named the Distinguished Delegation.

Boise State | Boise, ID

Beta Psi created a GoFundMe fundraiser to help support Jacob Peters (2024) and his family, because Jacob was recently diagnosed with Guillain- Barre Syndrome (GBS). GBS is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks the nerves. Jacob was admitted to a hospital and spent several weeks in a clinical rehab center. The diagnosis and unexpected medical expenses came at an inopportune time for Jacob's family, so the Chapter decided to help raise money to cover these expenses. As of April, the Chapter had raised over $6,200, and they continue to raise money on GoFundMe.

^ On February 20, several brothers volunteered to clean up the Boise River Greenbelt on campus. This is one of the Chapter's favorite ongoing community service projects, which began in 2020.

The Chapter also welcomed nine men to their spring 2022 new member class.

British Columbia | Vancouver, BC

^ Brothers from the Pi Gamma Chapter held their Wreck Beach Cleanup community service event in the spring 2022 term. The event was held in partnership with the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Project, the City of Vancouver and the local parks board. Brothers and women from some of the UBC sororities spent the day cleaning up the beach to help keep their city beautiful.

Bucknell | Lewisburg, PA

In November 2021, the Delta Chapter raised $15,825 for their Movember Fundraiser for men's health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. The top three fundraisers for the event were: Henry Selvala (2024), raising $2,100; Will Scott (2024), raising $1,475; and Michael Fulling (2023), raising $1,035. Additionally, brothers grew beards to help support the cause.

California Irvine | Irvine, CA

Iota Chi sold stuffed Teddy bears for Valentine's Day to raise money for their endof-the-quarter Puppy Day.

Central Florida | Orlando, FL

The Chapter scored 4 out of 5 stars on Central Florida's Standards of Excellence for the 2021 calendar year, the highest the Chapter has ever scored. The Standards of Excellence are designed to compile and present a chapter's accomplishments and impact on the Greek community over the previous calendar year.

In February, Cole Pisarik (2023) and Matthew Faur (2025) won Chapter President of the Year and IFC New Member of the Year, respectively, at the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life's Greek Gala.

Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH

^ On February 19, Chi Omicron hosted their Pig Dinner at the Mill Race Banquet Center. There were approximately 20 undergraduates and 40 graduate brothers in attendance, including Executive Director Rob Caudill (Akron 2004), who was the keynote speaker. In his speech, Rob talked about the future of Phi Gamma Delta and what it takes to be a fraternity man in the world today. Pictured (L-R): Recording Secretary Jacob Nehren (2024), Corresponding Secretary Travis Nehren (2024), Treasurer Ethan Lansangan (2023), Rob Caudill, President Brett Bettinger (2024) and Historian Nick Heaton (2023).

Clemson | Clemson, SC

^ Chi Alpha has been heavily involved with the ClemsonLIFE (Learning Is for Everyone) program this semester, including hosting a day of basketball at the campus Recreational Center. ClemsonLIFE is a program that helps young adults with intellectual disabilities obtain the life skills necessary to gain employment and live independently.

The Chapter also held several philanthropies this school year, raising over $2,000 for the USO and Greenville Homeless Alliance. Graduate brothers helped by donating over $1,000 to the USO at this year's Pig Dinner, which happened to be the largest Pig Dinner in the Chapter's history.

Additionally, the Chapter hosted a Puppy Run to support local animal shelters.

Colorado | Boulder, CO

On November 5, 2021, the Beta Kappa Chapter held their second Pig Dinner since rechartering in November 2019. Over 250 undergraduate and graduate brothers attended.

The Chapter held two philanthropy events for the Susan G. Komen Foundation (SGKF) this school year. The first was a dart throwing event, where contestants paid donations for the chance to throw darts to win prizes. The second was a Valentine's Day sale, where brothers sold Valentine's cards and Krispy Kreme donuts. All proceeds were donated to the SGKF, which benefits breast cancer research.

^ The Chapter also partnered with Colorado Responds to help with the Boulder County wildfire relief. On January 15 and February 5, brothers volunteered by packaging clothes and household supplies for wildfire victims.

Additionally, the Chapter welcomed 20 men during their spring 2022 new member class.

Colorado School of Mines | Golden, CO

At the beginning of the spring 2022 semester, Gamma Kappa resumed their Monday Night Dinners after a long break due to COVID-19 restrictions. Monday Night Dinners is a free event where brothers cook food for the campus community. Menus have included enchiladas, fried chicken, cacciatore and other homecooked classics.

The Chapter held their semesterly Big Brother/ Little Brother event at Beau Jo's in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Brothers enjoyed a variety of brotherhood building activities as well as skiing.

Brothers also hosted a Super Bowl LVI watch party outside the chapter house, cooking a variety of snack foods to enjoy while watching the game.

Justice Davis (2022) built new "FIJI" letters for the chapter house.

Davidson | Davidson, NC

During Parents Weekend in October 2021, Delta Kappa hosted their annual Slushies & Puppies philanthropy event, benefitting Continuing the Mission (CTM). Parents, graduate brothers and students enjoyed shaved ice and burgers and played with Labrador Retriever puppies. The Chapter raised over $500 for CTM, a local nonprofit that trains service dogs for veterans.

DePaul | Chicago, IL

In October 2021, Lambda Pi hosted their annual camping trip. The weekend-long retreat was held at Chapter President Jacob Siepker's (2022) grandmother's farm outside of Iowa City, Iowa.

Brothers were invited to attend Chi Omicron at Cincinnati's Pig Dinner in February, and they hope the relationship between their chapters continues for years to come.

Additionally, the Chapter's Island Week philanthropy event returned on April 4-8. All event proceeds were donated in memory of Collin DuQuet (2021), who passed ad astra in August 2021, to NoStigmas. NoStigmas is a nonprofit organization that is working to eliminate the days of silence, solitude and stigma surrounding mental illness and suicide.

East Carolina | Greenville, NC

Brothers from the Pi Nu Chapter pledged to keep Eastern Street beautiful by regularly cleaning and picking up trash. Eastern Street is in a neighborhood off campus.

Embry-Riddle | Daytona Beach, FL

From January to March, Epsilon Rho completed 215 community service hours through a partnership with Daytona Dream Center (DDC). DDC is a homeless intervention and prevention organization playing an invaluable role in the Daytona Beach community. Every week, brothers bagged groceries and served meals to those in need. Brothers also volunteered for DDC’s afterschool program, tutoring elementary and middle school students.

Throughout the semester, the Chapter participated in other ERAU fraternity and sorority philanthropies, raising over $2,000.

Zane Rollins (2025), Jake McGurk (2024) and Ricardo Peña (2022) volunteered for an after-school program where they led Bible lessons, played games and tutored students.

Florida State | Tallahassee, FL

^ In February, Phi Sigma raised over $33,000 for FSU's Dance Marathon, supporting the Children's Miracle Network. Over 25 brothers participated in Dance Marathon, spending 30 hours on their feet between two shifts.

Also this semester, the Chapter raised over $20,000 for Camp Kesem, and brothers volunteered at the Field Day Festival, benefitting the Judy Field Memorial Foundation.

Georgia | Athens, GA

Kappa Deuteron awarded a total of $19,500 in scholarships to freshman and sophomore members who had a 3.6+ GPA during the fall 2021 semester.

The Chapter selected Tommy Powell (2022) as the first recipient of the William R. Hardell, Sr. (Case Western Reserve 1951) Distinguished Service Award for his exceptional service to the University, Fraternity and Athens community. The award is presented in memory of William, who served the Chapter as Purple Legionnaire from 1968-83 and as BCA Graduate Relations from 1984-88.

Dallas Hunt (2023) was elected President of the IFC in November 2021.

Hampden- Sydney | Hampden-Sydney, VA

Delta Deuteron is starting a scholarship fund in memory of Thomas Salamon (2021), who passed ad astra in January 2021. The College requires a minimum of $50,000 to start a new scholarship, so the Chapter is raising the funds needed. For more information, contact Corresponding Secretary Franz Gilbert (2023) at gilbertf23@hsc.edu.

Hanover | Hanover, IN

On October 15, 2021, the Tau Chapter participated in the IFC's burger cook-off, an all-fraternity recruitment event. Throughout the event, brothers played yard games and interacted with first-year students. The Chapter also won “best burger” thanks to head chef Jey Gregory (2022).

On November 3, 2021, brothers held their campus trash pick-up, which they do approximately three times per semester to ensure the campus stays beautiful.

The Chapter also hosted Protect the Chest, a piratethemed philanthropy supporting breast cancer awareness, on November 13, 2021. Brothers built a pirate ship in front of the chapter house and raised approximately $300 for the cause.

Additionally, the Chapter pledged and initiated 25 men during the 2021 calendar year. And 90% of brothers are involved in clubs and sports, with a majority holding leadership positions.

Luke Eppler (2022) helped lead the Hanover men's soccer team to two conference championship titles and to the Elite Eight in the 2021 Division III national tournament. He also received a second team and two first team All- Conference awards in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Cooper Hanson (2022) holds the College's track and field record in the 800-meter run with a time of 1:55.31.

Idaho | Moscow, ID

Jack Pachner (2022) and Levi Bailey (2022) were elected IFC Vice President of Membership Development and Executive Vice President, respectively.

Indiana | Bloomington, IN

On October 29-31, 2021, over 50 brothers from the Zeta Chapter participated in the University's Dance Marathon, benefiting Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis. The Chapter raised more than $115,000, contributing to the overall $3 million raised by the campus community.

Iowa | Iowa City, IA

^ On February 24, Mu Deuteron brothers wore blue to show support for suicide prevention and awareness.

Mason Miller (2023) and Brett Crandell (2024) were elected IFC President and Vice President of Finance & Operations, respectively.

Iowa State | Ames, IA

During the spring 2022 semester, Alpha Iota worked with several sororities to host their Phi Gam Football Jam philanthropy event. All proceeds were donated to the Garden Gate Ranch, an organization that provides safe housing and restorative and transitional services for sexually-exploited women and their children.

IUPUI | Indianapolis, IN

On March 5, brothers from the Iota Pi Chapter volunteered at the six-miler event of the 500 Festival Miler Series. Brothers were stationed at two of the six mile markers, handing out Gatorade and water and ensuring the safety of the runners.

Kentucky | Lexington, KY

In March, the University held their annual DanceBlue philanthropy, supporting For the Kids (FTK). FTK is an organization that supports children with pediatric cancer and raises money for pediatric cancer research. This year, 12 Upsilon Kappa brothers participated, helping the University raise over $1.43 million for FTK.

Knox | Galesburg, IL

Gamma Deuteron once again hosted their annual St. Baldrick's philanthropy event. Six brothers shaved their heads, raising $2,504 for the event. The Chapter donated an additional $1,500 to St. Baldrick's, bringing their total donation to $4,004. The St. Baldrick's Foundation supports childhood cancer research.

^ The Chapter welcomed 10 new members during their winter 2022 recruitment process. Pictured (L-R): Back row: Sean Gallery, Patrick Mattar, Aidan Derry and Derek Sult. Middle row: Adam Chermouh, Nick Stan and Jake Schabes. Front row: Holden Jones, Jonathan Gonzalez and Andy Brown.

Louisiana State | Baton Rouge, LA

^ Several Beta Rho brothers attended Louisiana State Greek Life's Empower Greek Leadership Retreat in March.

Maine | Orono, ME

On March 5, Omega Mu hosted FIJI 3v3 Crossover for Red Cross, a basketball tournament supporting the American Red Cross. Registering teams for $15 each, the Chapter raised over $300 for the Red Cross disaster relief fund.

Chapter President Michael Marro (2024) was elected IFC Vice President of Risk Management & Judicial Affairs.

Memphis | Memphis, TN

The Mu Tau Colony welcomed nine new members to their Alpha Class in December 2021 and five new members to their Beta Class in February.

Recruitment Chairman Alexander Welch was elected scholarship chair of the IFC.

Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI

^ On October 23, 2021, the Alpha Phi Chapter participated in the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity's 87th Michigan Mudbowl football competition. Mudbowl is an annual philanthropic competition that takes place Homecoming weekend. This year's Mudbowl philanthropy was the Charles Woodson Fund at C. S. Mott Children's Hospital. The Chapter raised $10,422, bringing the event's total raised to $73,500.

Mississippi State | Starkville, MS

Sigma Mu reached their academic goals for the fall 2021 semester. Among all IFC fraternities, the Chapter had the highest new member GPA, the highest percentage of brothers above a 3.0 GPA, and the best overall chapter GPA.

^ Sixteen brothers earned a 4.0 GPA for the fall 2021 semester.

On April 30, the Chapter held their Phi Gam Space Jam basketball philanthropy for the first time in five years. Fraternity and sorority teams competed in the event, which supports the Brickfire Project (BP). BP is an afterschool service for local children that is operated by MSU students.

Campbell Taylor (2023) was elected president of the IFC in November 2021. He previously served as IFC Director of Communications.

Montevallo | Montevallo, AL

Bradley Wilt (2023) was inducted into the Order of Omega during the spring 2022 semester. He also auditioned and was selected to perform classical guitar in the University music department's Honors Recital this year.

Northeastern | Boston, MA

In February, Nu Eta held their annual ski trip at the Sunday River Ski Resort in Maine. Forty undergraduate and graduate brothers gathered for a weekend of skiing, snowboarding and brotherhood.

Also during the spring 2022 semester, the Chapter resumed their community service partnership with TD Garden to raise money for the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation (BCSF) during Celtics games. BCSF supports programs that directly benefit children in need by forming key partnerships with New England-based nonprofit organizations that provide vital services and support to youth.

Oklahoma State | Stillwater, OK

Sigma Omicron participated in the University's Varsity Revue, an annual Greek life competition show. The Chapter won 2nd place overall, and two brothers won awards. Wyatt Smith (2023) was named Best Male Performer, and Gage Gibbs (2024) was unanimously named Best Male Vocalist, an award that has not been unanimously awarded in 93 years.

Oregon State | Corvallis, OR

^ On February 25-26, Kappa Omicron partnered with the Chi Omega Women's Fraternity to clean up the Porter Park in Corvallis. Both chapters cleaned the playground, raked leaves and spread mulch throughout the park, completing over 45 community service hours.

Penn State | State College, PA

^ Gamma Phi partnered with the Sigma Kappa Sorority to raise money for Penn State's annual THON, a 46-hour no sitting and no sleeping dance marathon benefiting For the Kids (FTK). FTK provides emotional and financial support to the children and families impacted by childhood cancer. On February 19-20, four brothers danced for 46 hours straight: Noah Rothenberger (2022), Garrett Pumilia (2022), Gage Frye (2022) and Will Becker (2022). The Chapter and Sigma Kappa raised over $179,500 for THON, with Gamma Phi brothers raising more than $103,000.

Purdue | West Lafayette, IN

Michael Uhrig (2024) raised $4,000 while competing in Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority's Big Man on Campus (BMOC) competition. BMOC supports and raises awareness for those affected by breast cancer.

Will Crawford (2024) participated in the University's Dance Marathon, raising over $3,000 for the Riley Children's Hospital in Indianapolis.

Rose-Hulman | Terre Haute, IN

^ On December 4, 2021, Rho Phi brothers participated in the annual Bikes for Tykes service event, organized by Terre Haute’s Chances & Services for Youth. Brothers helped by assembling bicycles, which were distributed to deserving local children for Christmas. The Chapter had the largest volunteer turnout of any university group.

The Chapter also partnered with the Chi Omega Sorority to volunteer at the Happiness Bag's (HB) annual Christmas Party. Brothers set up dinner tables, decorated, sang carols and handed out gifts as Santa and an elf during the event, which was attended by over 150 individuals. HB is a recreational and educational oriented facility designed for people with disabilities.

Sam Houston State | Huntsville, TX

^ On October 17, Sigma Eta Chapter brothers volunteered at the Special Olympics Texas by hosting a bocce ball tournament.

South Carolina | Columbia, SC

Mu Lambda hosted Karaoke for Cancer, a philanthropic karaoke competition and head shaving event. Thirteen brothers shaved their heads, helping the Chapter raise over $10,000 for the American Cancer Society.

South Florida | Tampa, FL

The Kappa Phi Chapter won Sigma Kappa Sorority's philanthropic dodgeball tournament benefiting Alzheimer's research.

The Chapter also participated in Sigma Delta Tau Sorority's POTH philanthropy. POTH is a lip-syncing competition that supports Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA). The Chapter won the People's Choice Award and received 3rd place overall, helping Sigma Delta Tau raise over $41,000 for PCAA.

Tampa | Tampa, FL

^ This spring, the Tau Beta Chapter partnered with Delta Zeta Sorority and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity in the University's annual Greek Week. During the week, all fraternity and sorority teams competed to raise the most money for a charity of their choice, and they competed in the Greek Variety dance competition. The Chapter's team won the overall event by winning the dance competition (pictured) and raising $16,000 for Relay for Life and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

During the fall 2021 semester, the Chapter raised over $200 for the USO through their Dunk a Campus Safety Officer philanthropy. During the event, students took turns throwing baseballs at a dunk tank to try to dunk a campus safety officer.

Tennessee | Knoxville, TN

Kappa Tau welcomed 32 new members in the fall 2021 semester and 14 new members in the spring 2022 semester.

The Chapter partnered with the USO for their annual Island philanthropy event during the spring semester.

In academic recognition for fall 2021, eight brothers were awarded Cum Laude (3.5-3.64 GPA); five brothers were awarded Magna Cum Laude (3.65-3.79 GPA), and the following 10 brothers were awarded Summa Cum Laude (3.8-4.0 GPA): Christian Armisted (2024), Cole Hubbard (2023), Machen Murphy (2022), Avery Conkin (2022), Patrick Ockerhausen (2024), Charlie Park (2025), Michael Betonio (2023), Akshay Bakshi (2024), Brycen Eisenhut (2024) and Gavin Dawson (2025).

The Chapter is also excited to share that Nick Pell (2023) has made a full recovery from testicular cancer and has returned to campus to finish school.

Tennessee Tech | Cookeville, TN

The Theta Tau Chapter hosted a water balloon throwing fundraiser for the Tennessee Tech Miracle (TTM) campaign, supporting the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. The event was held February 10 and was planned by Chapter Treasurer Austin Sigg (2023), who served as Miracle Captain. Brothers sold water balloons, which could be thrown at any Phi Gam brother. The Chapter sold $200 worth of balloons during the event, bringing their total raised for TTM to $1,700.

During the fall 2021 semester, 11 brothers made the Dean's List: Chase Colotta (2023), Wade Gargan (2021), Jesse Griffey (2024), Jacob Hill (2022), Bryce McDonald (2022), Michael Mollica (2022), Roy Netlandsnes (2023), Trenton Preston (2022), Austin Sigg, Mitchell Turner (2023) and Jonathan Vermillion (2023).

Texas | Austin, TX

Tau Deuteron partnered with the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation for the eighth consecutive year. The B+ Foundation raises money and awareness for childhood cancer research and aids children and their families as they battle childhood cancer. As of March 15, the Chapter had raised nearly $23,000.

During the fall 2021 semester, the Chapter raised over $1,000 for Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans to assist with Hurricane Ida relief.

Additionally, the Chapter earned a 3.67 GPA during the fall 2021 semester, above the all-men's average and fifth in the IFC.

Jake Adamson (2023) was elected IFC Executive Vice President, and Cade Crawford (2023) was elected Vice President of IFC Relations for the Not On My Campus organization. Jake and Cade also established Greeks Give Back, an organization working to connect philanthropic organizations with the Greek community.

Drew Dodge (2023), Eli Bakht (2023) and Blake Wills (2023) were named to the leadership team for the Reformed University Fellowship.

Texas Christian | Fort Worth, TX

After a long hiatus caused by the pandemic, Tau Chi was excited to bring back two of their annual philanthropies in April: FIJI Futbol, supporting The Front Row Foundation, and FIJI Fabrics, supporting Union Gospel Mission.

The Chapter ranked fifth in GPA among all IFC fraternities for fall 2021.

Chase Karel (2023) and Thomas Naylor (2024) were elected to serve on the IFC as Vice President of Recruitment and Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, respectively.

Texas State | San Marcos, TX

^ Sigma Upsilon brothers volunteered at a Hays County Food Bank service event in February. Over 130 families from the San Marcos area were served.

The Chapter also welcomed 18 men to their spring 2022 new member class.

Virginia | Charlottesville, VA

On November 21, 2021, the Omicron Chapter partnered with Rho Alpha at Virginia Tech for their annual FIJI Run Across Virginia philanthropy, which supports the V Foundation for Cancer Research. Each year, brothers participate by running the game football to the host school of the Virginia vs. Virginia Tech football game. This year, 37 brothers ran over 80 miles and raised over $18,000 for the V Foundation.

Virginia Tech | Blacksburg, VA

Rho Alpha had a successful recruitment year, with 32 new members added in the fall 2021 semester and 16 new members added in the spring 2022 semester.

On November 21, 2021, the Chapter and Omicron at Virginia held their annual FIJI Run Across Virginia, supporting the V Foundation for Cancer Research. Each year, brothers run the game ball 80 miles to the school hosting the Virginia vs. Virginia Tech football game. This year, 37 brothers participated, raising over $18,000 for the V Foundation.

Wabash | Crawfordsville, IN

On November 11, 2021, the Psi Chapter initiated its new member class, which included the addition of four families to Fiji Sires and Sons. They were Nate (2025) and Tom Plake (1988); Tommy (2025) and Josh Minkler (1985); Jehan (2025) and Jim Boyers (Hanover 1994); and Nathaniel (2025) and Tim Oakes (1986).

Richard Pan (2024) was awarded the "Realizing the Dream" scholarship from the Independent Colleges of Indiana (ICI). He was one of 28 first-generation college students selected from a private, nonprofit college/university in the state of Indiana. Richard, who is a philosophy, politics and economics major, received a $3,000 scholarship from ICI.

Washington State | Pullman, WA

Pi Mu hosted a 48-hour food drive outside a local grocery store on November 10-11, 2021, collecting 613 pounds of food for the Pullman Child Welfare Food Bank.

Western Kentucky | Bowling Green, KY

^ On March 1, Chi Eta participated in a stadium recycling program, which was organized by WKU Facilities Management's Environmental Services & Resource Conservation Office. Brothers cleaned up after a high school basketball game. These volunteer efforts left an impact of 33 pounds of recycling, 36 pounds of trash and 84 pounds of liquids, for a total diversion of 76.8%. The Chapter earned a $750 donation for participating in the program.

John Downing (2022) was named the 2022 Overall Greek Co-Chair.

Kendall Wheeler (2023) was one of 19 students to earn WKU's Gilman Scholarship for Study Abroad. Kendall, a biology and chemistry doublemajor, was awarded the scholarship to study in Tanzania this summer.

Western Ontario | London, ON

Lambda Omega shared a variety of mental health resources on January 26 for Bell Let's Talk Day (BLTD). BLTD is a campaign designed to raise awareness and combat the stigma surrounding mental illness in Canada.

William & Mary | Williamsburg, VA

Rho Tau hosted a sandwich-making philanthropy recruitment event to support the House of Mercy, a local poverty assistance organization aimed at ending hunger and homelessness in the Williamsburg area. By the end of the event, 150 sandwiches were donated to House of Mercy.

William Jewell | Liberty, MO

Zeta Phi hosted their annual Lighting of FIJI in December 2021. Brothers worked hard to light up the chapter house for the event, which promotes their philanthropy, Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA). Brothers bonded with BACA members and presented them with a $1,200 check, which was raised through the Chapter's Halloween event. BACA is a nonprofit that helps children who need support in their court cases against their abusers.

William Woods | Fullton, MO

During the fall 2021 semester, Kappa Chi celebrated their 20th anniversary. Approximately 50 undergraduate and graduate brothers celebrated throughout the anniversary weekend.

Wisconsin | Madison, WI

On February 6, the Mu Chapter participated in the Langdon Invitational Pond Hockey Tournament, a philanthropic event that raises money for the Special Olympics. The Chapter competed in the tournament along with all campus fraternities and won first place.

WPI | Worcester, MA

Pi Iota raised over $300 for V-Day by selling flowers on Valentine's Day. V-Day is an organization that raises awareness and works to end violence against women.

On February 26, the Chapter volunteered at Veterans Inc. to sort clothes for a large clothing drive. Then on February 28, the Chapter hosted a food drive on campus for veterans and their families. Over 50 pounds of food was collected and donated to Veterans Inc.

In September 2021, the Chapter hosted a dunk tank to raise money for the American Parkinson Disease Association. Brothers also participated in 5k Races for Veterans.

Pi Iota Celebrates 130th Anniversary With Groundbreaking

On November 20, 2021, Pi Iota at WPI celebrated the 130th anniversary of their chartering. The event kicked off with a ceremonial groundbreaking for construction of a new chapter house at 99 Salisbury Street in Worcester. “Old 99”, the beloved 122-year-old chapter house built for Pi Iota by our graduate brothers in 1899, was demolished on October 28, 2021, to make way for the new house, a 14,500 square-foot residential colonial style home with three levels and a basement. The house will provide a comfortable, modern living environment which meets the needs of today’s college students. It will have 16 bedrooms to accommodate up to 40 live-in brothers. It will also be equipped with full kitchen and dining facilities, as well as a study and social spaces which are fully accessible. F.W. Madigan Company of Worcester is building the new facility designed by William J. Masiello Architect, also of Worcester. Pi Iota brothers in Consigli Construction Co. assisted with the pre-construction planning.

Undergraduate members, graduate brothers and representatives from the architect and construction company attended the groundbreaking. House Corporation President Henry Fitzgerald (1975) and Purple Legionnaire Dave Willens (2009) shared some remarks about this undertaking and anniversary milestone.