The Signet of Phi Sigma Kappa (Fall 2021)

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Leadership Reports on Biennium BrothersIt’s been an honor and privilege to serve as Grand President and Executive Director over the last biennium. Our Fraternity’s leadership determined a few years ago we needed to adapt, change, and move our organization forward. We hope you feel we’ve taken great strides and have sensed our momentum building. We’ve had many successes which will strengthen our organization for years to come.

Nick Zuniga Executive Director/COO

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SIGNET PUBLISHING BOARD Chair Tom Wright (Wisconsin/Milwaukee ‘92) Board Members Atif Elkadi (Cal Poly ’01) Steve Laukhuf (Midwestern State ’84) Albert D. Shonk, Jr. (Southern Cal ‘54) Nicholas Zuniga (Ball State AI)

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Cardinal Journey Cardinal Journey is Phi Sigma Kappa’s comprehensive member development program that begins when brothers join the Fraternity and continues throughout their undergraduate experience. The program consists of three phases, Brotherhood in Phi Sigma Kappa for associate members that was launched in 2019 at the 67th General Convention, Scholarship in Phi Sigma Kappa, and Character in Phi Sigma Kappa that the Fraternity launched at this Convention.

In the final two phases, the education is focused on ALL brothers, initiated and associate. Chapters can choose to complete the programming expectations either as a group, such as conducting workshops and discussions at chapter meetings, or have members complete individual tasks on their own time. Individual tasks could include listening to a specific podcast or brothers visiting the campus career center to have their resume reviewed. Chapters should cover at least one topic per semester, per program, utilizing the list of topics provided.

Focused on understanding and utilizing strengths, Scholarship in Phi Sigma Kappa is designed for initiated brothers to learn new skills and build upon their natural talents. Participants will become more self-aware and develop stronger skills in the areas of academics, leadership, professional/career development, and personal success.

Character in Phi Sigma Kappa includes topics focusing on intrapersonal skills, acting with integrity, and developing into a successful college graduate and Phi Sigma Kappa alumnus.

Learn more about Cardinal Journey at https://phisigmakappa.org/ undergrads/cardinal-journey/ Member Safety Programming & Guide to Local Chapter Accountability Phi Sigma Kappa strives to create a safe environment for its members and community. This past fall 2020, International Headquarters (IHQ) professional staff was excited to launch two

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new resources for leaders to continue to promote safety and accountability within their chapters.

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Member Safety Programming, an awardwinning program, is designed for leaders to facilitate conversations with their peers around tough topics that are challenges fraternity members face. Chapters are able to complete the Member Safety Programming requirements in a variety of ways. The International Headquarters Chris Hoye (IHQ) professional staff has created Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity presentation materials that chapters can Grand President facilitate with their members. Chapters can also utilize external resources, such as guest speakers from campus or the local community to facilitate programming around topics listed below. Campus-based speakers or programs can also count as Member Safety Programming requirements if the subject matter matches.

The need to hold members accountable is greater than ever before, as the well-being of our brothers is at the forefront of everything we do and is crucial to our continued existence. The goal of this resource is to promote healthy behavior from our members and to protect the local chapter and the Fraternity from potential liabilities.

Dyad Strategies Assessment/Annual Membership Survey (AMS) Phi Sigma Kappa continues to partner with Dyad Strategies in the Annual Membership Survey (AMS), now having been conducted three years in a row (2019, 2020, 2021). The goals of this assessment are to help Phi Sigma Kappa better understand the culture of its undergraduate chapters, to better understand the impact that membership in the Fraternity has on student learning, growth and development, and to better measure the long-term impact of the Fraternity’s new comprehensive brotherhood development program.

In 2020, the Fraternity was proud to obtain a 50% survey completion rate across the Fraternity, which was topped in 2021 at 56%.

The AMS maps a variety of measures to developmental constructs associated with the Fraternity’s values, including measures of grit, openness to diversity, and self-awareness. It also measures the chapter’s levels of brotherhood and attitudes toward health and safety measures like sexual assault and mental health. Chapters

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GRAND COUNCIL Grand President Christopher J. Hoye (Ferris State ‘91) Directors David Cohen (Union ‘88) Atif Elkadi (Cal Poly ‘01) Matt Gregory (Southern Illinois ’95) Jeff Liesendahl (Northern Illinois ‘87) Brandon Paternoster (Ferris State ’04) Darald Stubbs (Stetson ‘88) FOUNDATION BOARD President Thomas Grunwald (Ferris State ’91) First Vice President Adam C. Carter (Hobart ‘90) Vice President – Alumni Development Mark Cowan (Minnesota ’71) Secretary Sean Eaves (Midwestern State ’93) Treasurer Matt Waltz (Marian ’02) Assistant Treasurer John Sheehan (Northern Illinois ’82) PROPERTIES BOARD President Shawn J. Shivnen (Eastern Michigan ‘00) Vice President Michael Palm (Indiana ‘04) Directors Peter J. Anderson (Michigan ‘87) Jim W. McGuigan (Wisconsin/Milwaukee AI) Officers Jacob Defassio (Valparaiso ‘12) David Epstein (Southern Illinois ’75) Michael Gonzalez (Stetson ’10) Leigh LaChine (Eastern Michigan ‘90) Jonathan Lowrey (NW Missouri State ‘07) Brian Radke (Northern Illinois ‘05) PROFESSIONAL HEADQUARTERS STAFF Executive Director/COO Nicholas Zuniga (Ball State AI) Associate Executive Director Kathy Cannady (Alpha Gamma Delta) Associate Executive Director Joseph Kern (Radford ‘09) Director of Chapter Services Grant Carpenter (Northern Arizona ‘13) Director of Education Leslie Pedigo (Delta Gamma) Development Officer Augie Farwig (Ball State ‘17) Associate Director of Prevention & Wellness Drew Kerwood (Delta Chi) Financial Services Specialist Marsha Spears Administrative Assistant Karen Miller Senior Growth Specialist Trevor Hartley (Ferris State ‘19)

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receive a personalized report with their chapter’s data that serves as a useful tool to identify strengths and areas of improvement.

Vector Solutions/EVERFI Partnership Since 2015, the Fraternity has been proud of our partnership with Vector Solutions and their premier program, GreekLifeEdu. This online learning platform addresses the critical issues of alcohol awareness, sexual assault, and hazing for incoming fraternity and sorority members. By leveraging the latest research and trends and incorporating multiple evidence-based learning theories, GreekLifeEdu achieves behavior change objectives and helps students practice safe decisionmaking.

This past year, Phi Sigma Kappa has built a stronger relationship with Vector Solutions that has enhanced the partnership. Their fraternity and sorority life subject matter experts presented at the 2020 Leadership School virtually and recorded a video for the educational programming at this summer’s Convention. IHQ professional staff also participated in a focus group to help create a new GreekLifeEdu program, as well as the Phi Sig Forward strategic plan was featured in the launch of the platform. We look forward to continuing to partner with Vector Solutions to receive even more benefits from the data and programming they provide.

Chapter Coaching and Operational Support With the pandemic came many challenges on how the International Headquarters professional staff serviced our local chapters. To meet these challenges, the staff switched to a coaching support model in which various operational-focus staff members were assigned a portfolio of chapters. This meant that our chapters were able to have a liaison to the International Headquarters to assist them as they navigated a difficult 2020 – 2021 academic year. This chapter coaching model saw great success and we heard from many of our chapters that they felt they had a better sense of what the International Headquarters does for them.

The Operations Team also built out educational opportunities in the form of Monthly Mini Trainings.

These Zoom-based trainings were based on topical chapter operation items and featured opportunities for Executive Board officers to network and share ideas with each other.

Thank You We would like to especially thank Phi Sigma Kappa’s Grand Council, PSK Foundation Trustees, PSK Properties Directors, the professional staff, PSK’s various committees and members, advisers and volunteers. Your time, dedication, thoughtfulness, counsel, and generosity have enabled our team to achieve numerous successes. Thank you, Brothers, for all of your tremendous work and making Phi Sig better each day!

Fraternally,

Nick Zuniga

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IN THIS ISSUE 6 Phi Sigma Kappa Celebrates A Convention to Remember Phi Sigs came back together for the 68th General Convention in Scottsdale. .

14 Chapters Honored at Convention Brothers were honored at Convention. See who took home chapter awards in Scottsdale.

16 Brother Jacobson (Cal Poly ‘01) Receives the Medallion of Merit Brother Scott Jacobson received the Medallion of Merit for his contributions to the Fraternity. »» p. 14

18 Ferris State Moves In The Ferris State chapter moved into its first ever house this past academic year.

23 Donor Recognition Thank you to our Brothers who graciously gave to the Fraternity this past fiscial year!!

38 Phi Sig on the Gridiron See which of our brothers made an impact on the football field! »» p.22

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A CONVENTION TO REMEMBER T

he 68th General Convention was held in Scottsdale, Arizona at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort July 22-24, 2021. For the first time, the General Convention was held as an in-person event along with a virtual option for both undergraduates and alumni.

Nearly 200 brothers, staff, and guests gathered in person as COVID-19 restrictions relaxed. The meeting was one day shorter than usual, to help chapters who may have been negatively affected financially by the pandemic.

More than 60 brothers took advantage of the online option.

Brothers who attended virtually were given the opportunity to attend not only the business sessions, but educational programming as well.

The Convention kicked off with the Whitfield Reception, hosted by Todd and Michelle Simpson (Central Missouri ’86). The reception is intended for alumni members and has become a regular event during General Conventions. Brother Simpson uses this time to honor Jim Whitfield (Central Missouri ’50) and his passion for the Fraternity. Brother Whitfield is a past Phi Sigma Epsilon National President and Grand Council Director for Phi Sigma Kappa.

Ben Kasenchak accepts a President’s Special Achievement Award on behalf of the Eta Septaton Chapter at Cal Poly.

Chapter and individual awards highlighted the banquets. Please see pages 14-17 for details. The Grand Chapter also took the opportunity to formally present awards to those chapters that were recognized in 2020 but were unable to receive their awards at an in-person event.

SAVE THE DATE 69TH GENERAL CONVENTION 150TH CELEBRATION NEW ORLEANS, LA JULY 26-29, 2023

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DID YOU KNOW? A TOTAL OF 16 DIFFERENT LOCAL CHAPTERS RECEIVED AWARDS DURING THE 68TH GENERAL CONVENTION

Convention committees met to conduct the business of the Fraternity and present their reports during the two business sessions held that weekend. Read about the new Grand Council Directors, who were installed during Ritual Exemplification on page 8 and the changes to the Constitution and Bylaws on pages 10-11.

The education sessions featured the launch of the new portions of the Cardinal Journey and a refresh of Brotherhood in Phi Sigma Kappa. Data from the Annual Membership Survey was reviewed and sessions on recruitment, risk management, leadership, and action planning were held.

The Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation hosted a reception for alumni in honor of Scott Jacobson (Cal Poly ’01), who was presented with the Medallion of Merit at the closing banquet.

Read about Brother Jacobson on page 16.

One of the “highlights” of the General Convention was the monsoon that blew through the area during Thursday’s opening banquet! The weather event flooded area roads Representatives of the Pi Tetarton Chapter accept a President’s Special Achievement Award for Risk anddid damage to the hotel. Despite the rain and Management from Grand President Chris Hoye. unusual weather conditions (it was a desert, after all!), brothers enjoyed the opportunity to network and once again enjoy each other’s company after so many social distancing and stay at home orders over the previous 18 months.

Join us in New Orleans at the New Orleans Marriott July 26 – 29, 2023 for the 69th General Convention, which will celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Phi Sigma Kappa. Plans are already underway. You won’t want to miss it! (Let’s hope bad weather doesn’t follow us to New Orleans!)

Left to right, leaders for the next biennium: Shawn Shivnen, President of Phi Sigma Kappa Properties; Grand President Chris Hoye; and Tom Grunwald, President of the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation.

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BROTHERS STEP The 68th General Convention saw the addition of several leaders to the three boards of the Fraternity.

Grand Council The delegates to the 68th General Convention elected two new Directors to the Grand Council.

Matt Gregory (Southern Illinois ’95) is the Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students at Texas Tech. He and his wife, Ashley, have four children and live in Lubbock, Texas. He has served the Fraternity in a variety of roles, including Chapter Adviser, District Governor, and Alumni Club President, and has facilitated educational sessions for the Shonk Leadership School, General Convention, regional conclaves, and Officer Academy.

Brother Gregory also volunteers his time to Boy Scouts of America, the Association for Student Conduct Administration, and his local church.

Brandon Paternoster (Ferris State ’04) is the owner of House Call Michiana. He is the former Director of Business Development for House Call Franchising and functioned as a business coach for franchisees. He and his wife, Jaymie, reside in St. Clair Shores, Michigan with their three children, Isaiah, Josephine, and Eve. Brother Paternoster has served as Chapter Adviser and Regional Adviser and has functioned as a facilitator for Officer Academy. He is also involved with his local church.

PSK Foundation The Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation recently elected several new members to the Board of Trustees.

Keith Clark (Rutgers ‘67) is currently a chairman for Shumaker Williams PC, and resides In Lemoyne, Pennsylvania. Brother Clark also serves with The Boy Scouts of America along with several other boards.

Adam Gagas (Hobart ‘93) is employed by Rockbridge Investment Management and resides In Oswego, New York. Brother Gagas also serves on boards of his local hospital, bank, and other community groups. Brother Gagas served the Psi Triton Chapter as Vice President and Inductor.

Harry (Bud) Hanna (Ferris State ‘70) is the CEO and owner of SCP Polymers, Myco Plastics, Jacksonville Tool & Die, and Hanna Ranch. Brother Hanna resides In Booneville, Mississippi with his wife, Chris. They have four children and nine grandchildren.

Steve Laukhuf (Midwestern State ‘84) is the CEO of One Voice Communications Inc. and resides In Austin, Texas with his partner, Suzanne. Brother Laukhuf also serves as a Regional Adviser for the Grand Chapter and sits on multiple other boards across Texas. He served the Sigma Tetarton Chapter as President, Vice President, Sentinel, Inductor, and Recruitment Chair.

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INTO LEAD ROLES Clay Skurdal (Montana State ‘82) is a Managing Director at RiskBridge Advisors and resides in Eugene, Oregon with his wife, Collette, and children, Kendra, Ian, and Lexie. Brother Skurdal also serves on the board of Marist Catholic High School and enjoys fishing in his free time. He also serves the Grand Chapter as a Regional Adviser.

Ryan Tabaka (Illinois ‘00) is the National Sales Director for Portable Therapeutix and resides in Bloomington, Illinois with his wife, Lisa, and two boys, Crosby (12) and Carson (8). Brother Tabaka Is also active with the Alpha Deuteron Alumni Association. He served the Alpha Deuteron Chapter as President, Vice President, and Sentinel.

PSK Properties The PSK Properties Board has added two officers to its roles.

David Epstein (Southern Illinois ‘75) spent more than 30 years in property management before his retirement in 2013. As an undergraduate, Brother Epstein served the Kappa Tetarton Chapter as President and Vice President. He was also active on campus with the Student Government Activities Council. For his work, he was listed in Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges and was a recipient of the Service to Southern Award. He is presently the Vice President of the Alumni Club for Kappa Tetarton.

Michael Gonzalez (Stetson ’10) has been named an officer of the Phi Sigma Kappa Properties Board. Brother Gonzalez is currently a director for Berkadia, which specializes in commercial real estate. He is responsible for client development and advisory services. As an undergraduate, Michael served the Kappa Hexaton Chapter as President.

FRATERNITY RECEIVES SECOND LAUREL WREATH AWARD For the second year in a row, Phi Sigma Kappa received a Laurel Wreath award from the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC); in 2020 for the first phase in Cardinal Journey, Brotherhood in Phi Sigma Kappa and in 2021 for Member Safety Programming.

The Laurel Wreath Award is presented to individuals or groups in recognition of their unique programs, community outreach, or influence within the fraternal world. Phi Sigma Kappa’s Member Safety Programming was launched to local chapters during the fall 2020 term and provides guidance and materials for chapter-level education on hazing, sexual assault, mental health, alcohol use, diversity, equity and inclusion, and housing and fire safety.

The program also reviews Phi Sigma Kappa Risk Management Policies so that all undergraduate brothers are aware of the policies they agree to by joining the Brotherhood. This program is customizable to each chapter and their needs, is interactive, and ultimately increases brotherhood by encouraging members to look out for one another.

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CONVENTION BODY ACTS ON CHAN During the 68th General Convention, several proposed amendments were presented by Constitution and Bylaws Committee Chair David Cohen (Union ‘88). These proposed amendments had previously been approved by the Constitution and Bylaws Committee. Other members of the committee included Grand Council Director Darald Stubbs (Stetson ‘88), David Schell (Clarion ‘73), Grand Council Director Jonathan Taylor (RIT AI) and undergraduate brothers Nate Hayden (Minnesota) and Christian Grzejka (Radford).

The following amendments were approved by the voting delegates.

Bylaw Article XIV, Section 3 The previous wording called for the official flag to measure seven (7) feet by five (5) feet. The approved change eliminates the specified dimensions and makes it easier to purchase flags at a more reasonable cost.

Constitution, Article III – Committees, Section 2 – Standing Committees and Bylaws Bylaw, Article IV – Committees, Section B – Standing, Section 1.

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee was appointed as an ad hoc committee. The approved changes make the committee a standing committee.

Bylaw, Article I – Degree of Membership Bylaw, Article II – Voting on Membership Bylaw, Article III – The General Convention Bylaw, Article IV – Committees Bylaw, Article VI – Officers Bylaw, Article VIII – Conclaves Permanent Index The approved change affected several articles in the bylaws. It was approved to change the phrase “colony” to “provisional chapter.” The term “colony” could be an impediment to expansion. It is felt that “provisional chapter” is more welcoming terminology.

Bylaw, Article XI, Sections 1 & 4 It was voted to eliminate the word “permanent” from Article XI, Section 1 and “forever” from Article XI, Section 4. It was explained that these changes would allow the Grand Council to adopt a policy to determine a procedure for reinstatement to membership. It is not meant to be an appeal process. A committee will be formed to discuss and help develop a policy.

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NGES TO GOVERNING DOCUMENTS A proposal was put forth to the floor of Convention concerning the Nominating Committee. Several proposed changes were included: Constitution, Article III – Section 2 Bylaws, Article IV – Section B. Standing It was voted to add the Nominating Committee as a Standing Committee of the Fraternity.

Constitution, Article III - Section 3 It was approved that the Chancellor of the Court of Honor will appoint members to the Nominating Committee after being appointed its chair. The committee will then immediately begin identifying potential candidates for the Grand Council based on needed competencies and potential candidate skill sets. Previously, the Nominating Committee was appointed six months prior to Convention.

Bylaws Article IV – A. CONVENTION - Section 1. Nominating Committee It was voted to change the make-up of the committee. Previously, the committee was made up of (2) Fourth Degree members, (2) undergraduate chapter presidents, (1) Grand Council Director whose term is not expiring, and (1) Court of Honor member. The change replaces Fourth Degree members with Third Degree members or higher (to exclude the current professional staff).

In addition, Nominating Committee members will not be permitted to serve more than two consecutive terms on the committee. Should any member of the Nominating Committee resign, or otherwise be unable to continue to serve prior to the next convention, the Chancellor of the Court of Honor should replace him with a member of like position, degree and / or status as outlined above.

The change also calls for candidates to be interviewed throughout the process and that the committee would determine a slate of candidates no less than 30 days prior to the start of Convention. Interviews could take place virtually or in person. It also changes the requirement for former staff members to be at least five years removed from employment, as opposed to two years.

Bylaws, Article III - Section 14 The agreed-upon change obligates the Nominating Committee to interview all candidates who have been nominated. It also allows nominations from the floor but only if those individuals had previously been nominated and interviewed by the Nominating Committee. Nominations must now be submitted at least 60 days prior to the start of Convention.

Bylaws, ARTICLE VI - OFFICERS - Section 2.

It was voted to change Grand Council term limits from (3) four-year terms to (2) four-year terms.

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ORDER OF THE DIAMOND CIRCLE RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING UNDERGRADUATE LEADERS The Order of the Diamond Circle is Phi Sigma Kappa’s highest award given in honor of its undergraduate leaders. It is presented to the Fraternity’s finest undergraduates, the best of the best. Each chapter is asked to nominate a candidate who has shown outstanding performance in the areas of chapter, campus, and community involvement, as well as scholastic achievement. A selection committee reviews the applications and selects recipients who receive a distinguished chair in the Diamond Circle. Chairs are named for alumni members of Phi Sigma Kappa who have made outstanding contributions to the Fraternity.

The chairman of this year’s selection committee was Ryan Ward (Idaho State ‘’96). Other members of the committee were David McNaught (Indiana ’65), Ray Curbelo (South Carolina ’11), and Braden Keeter (Auburn ’17).

Because there was no in-person national event in 2020, the Grand Chapter chose to present the 2020 awards, along with the those chosen for 2021, during the General Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Jesus Mora (Cal State/LA) was chosen to receive a chair in the

Order of the Diamond Circle in 2020. Brother Mora served his chapter as President, Secretary, Philanthropy Chair, and Fundraising Chair. He assisted with the recruitment and re-establishment of the Xi Pentaton Provisional Chapter at Cal State/Northridge and was selected to lobby on Capitol Hill to push bills such as those that help put an end to hazing and the Freedom of Association Act. Brother Mora has served as a member of the California State Student Association, the Public Relations Student Society and President and Interim Vice President of New Member Education of the Interfraternity Council. He has also participated in the Autism Speaks Walk, Chelsea’s Run, and the Skid Row Takeover.

Jesus received the Sean Shingler Chair in the Order of the Diamond Circle. Brother Shingler (George Mason ’97) is currently Chancellor of the Court of Honor. He served on the Grand Council from 2009 – 2017 and as Grand President from 2017 – 2019. He also served on the professional staff as Director of Member Recruitment, and has served as a Chapter Adviser, Regional Adviser, and on several committees.

Devin Dragon (Stevens) was also a recipient for 2020. He served Iota Chapter as President, Treasurer, and Social Chair. He is a member of the Order of Omega Honor Society; the Chemical Engineering Honor Society; the American Chemical Society; Tau Beta Phi, the Chemical Engineering Society; and the Stevens Club Crew Team.

Brother Dragon has participated in the Out of Darkness Walk for Suicide Awareness, Meals on Wheels, Phi Sig Skare House, and acts as a mentor to young soccer referees.

Devin received the Mark Azzarello Chair in the Order of the Diamond Circle. Brother Azzarello (Rhode Island ’80) has served as a Foundation Trustee and is currently an Honorary Trustee. He also served the Foundation as Treasurer and First Vice President.

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The third and final member to receive the Order of the Diamond Circle is J Fordsman (LIU/Post). Brother Fordsman served Pi Tetarton Chapter as Secretary, Philanthropy Chair, Scholarship Chair, and Community Service Chair.

On campus, J participated in Coalition for Conservancy, was the creator of the Post Conference on Childhood Sexual Abuse, Relay for Life, and the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. J is also a student of the LIU/Post Honors College.

The Tobay Beach Restoration and Climate Day of Action are other activities.

J received the Mark Rowland Chair in the Order of the Diamond Circle.

Brother Rowland (Ball State ’78) served Phi Sigma Epsilon as a Council Director and a Province President. He has recently once again become active by facilitating education programs at the 67th General Convention and at Officer Academy.

One brother was chosen to receive the 2021 Order of the Diamond Circle. Ethan Cain (Georgia Tech) served the Kappa Deuteron Chapter as President, Vice President, and chair of the Parent/Alumni Committee. He has also served as both President of the IFC as well as the IFC representative for his chapter.

On campus, Brother Cain was a laboratory assistant, a member of the Gamma Sigma Alpha Honor Society, and Georgia Tech advance leadership training. He is the recipient of the Zell Miller Scholarship, which provided full tuition assistance for his time at Georgia Tech. He also assisted with Campus Kitchen, an organization that packages leftover dining hall food for low-income members of the Georgia Tech community, and Team Buzz, a yearly effort to engage all of the Georgia Tech campus in community service for one day.

Brother Cain received the John Sheehan Chair in the Order of the Diamond Circle. Brother Sheehan (Northern Illinois ’82) recently retired as President of the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation, a post he held for six years. He has also served the Foundation as a Trustee, Treasurer, and Assistant Treasurer.

FRATERNITY HONORED WITH SEAL OF PREVENTION Phi Sigma Kappa has been named a recipient of the Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention. Presented by Vector Solutions, the CPN Seal of Prevention is awarded to institutions of higher education that have demonstrated leadership in digital prevention programming focused on student safety, well-being, and inclusion.

Each recipient of the CPN Seal of Prevention has taken action to create a safer, more inclusive organization through comprehensive, evidence-based digital prevention education on issues such as sexual assault, alcohol misuse, mental health, and discrimination.

The CPN Seal of Prevention establishes guidelines for discerning quality online prevention education and implementation practices, and positions prevention as central to key organizational outcomes, including recruitment, member safety, and retention.

More than 1,000 campuses and fraternal organizations are evaluated on an annual basis to determine eligibility. A full list of the 2021 recipients of the CPN Seal of Prevention and more information on the award can be found at https://www.vectorsolutions.com/industries/education/higher-education/campusprevention-network-seal/.

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CHAPTER AWARDS RECOGNIZE ACHIEVEMENTS DURING 2020-2021 ACADEMIC YEAR Several chapters were recognized with awards during the 68th General Convention. The Grand Chapter is pleased to congratulate the following for their achievements.

The Herbert L. Brown Outstanding Chapter Award is presented to those chapters that display fraternal excellence in all areas of chapter operations. The award is named in honor of the late Bert Brown (Swarthmore ’16), a former Grand President and Executive Director of the Fraternity. Chapters that receive the Herbert L. Brown Outstanding Chapter Award set the standard in our Fraternity and on their respective campuses.

The Epsilon Phi Chapter at Wisconsin/Milwaukee set a goal of being the best chapter it could despite the restrictions of COVID-19. Its members worked on improving relations with the campus community and campus administration. The Greek Adviser on campus commented, “From the time I took over as adviser, the chapter relations have grown in a great way that demonstrates the positive impact a fraternity can have on our campus community.”

The chapter had a completion rate of 100 percent on the annual membership survey and 48 PhiredUp certified recruiters completed digital classrooms.

Just two years ago, the chapter was on social probation and has now demonstrated the heights a chapter can achieve through teamwork.

The James Whitfield Chapter of Honor Award is presented to chapters that are at the top of Phi Sigma Kappa but is just short of the level of the Herbert L. Brown Outstanding Chapter Award. It is named in honor of the late Jim Whitfield (Central Missouri ’50), a former National President of Phi Sigma Epsilon and Grand Council Director for Phi Sigma Kappa.

The Delta Triton Chapter at Purdue received the Chapter of Honor Award due to its continued engagement with brothers virtually throughout the pandemic. The chapter also made sure to integrate associate members into the chapter. Some of the favorite brotherhood events included a secret Santa gift exchange and senior roast.

Brothers utilized Brotherhood Circles to engage older members with associate members and to show them their associate member experience is only the beginning. The chapter developed extensive housing policies to combat the spread of COVID-19 and used social media channels to showcase the chapter in the best possible light and communicate to potential members the value of joining the Fraternity.

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Delta Triton also raised $1,000 for Special Olympics, planted more than 60 trees in the local area and one brother placed second in Zeta Tau Alpha’s Big Man on Campus Philanthropy event.

For the Omicron Chapter at MIT, the ability to experiment and adapt to the pandemic was critical to maintaining a strong brotherhood. It also helped them earn a James Whitfield Chapter of Honor Award. The chapter hosted a Run for Grub, where members ran, biked, swam, and rowed to raise more than $2,200 for the Greater Boston Food Bank.

The chapter also hosted an alumni career networking recruitment event, during which associates were given the chance to hear from alumni about their Phi Sig experience. The chapter’s field day event featured a safe outdoor meal with men they previously had only met online due to COVID-19 restrictions.

The Fred Schwengel Most Improved Chapter Award is presented to chapters that show significant improvement. The award encompasses all areas of chapter operations including manpower, scholarship, community service, alumni relations, financial operations, and campus involvement. The award is named in honor of the late Fred Schwengel (Truman State ’30), who served as a National President of Phi Sigma Epsilon.

The Chi Septaton Chapter at Georgia Southern received a Most Improved Chapter Award as it worked to embrace the culture of year-round recruitment, which proved to be a successful model, as the chapter initiated 21 members over the course of the 2020-2021 academic year.

The chapter also focused its efforts on risk management by attending virtual meetings hosted by the Fraternity and Sorority Life Office and participated in roundtable discussions to provide feedback to the Interfraternity Council.

During the digital era of the pandemic, the chapter put extra effort toward social media to demonstrate its activities and to connect and interact with more students on campus.

The Nu Tetarton Chapter at Rutgers was facing hard times coming into the 2020-2021 academic year, with a shortage of undergraduate members and a difficult recruitment process due to the pandemic.

With a team effort, the chapter was able to more than double its size during that time.

Focusing on the virtual experience, the chapter was also able to raise $2,000 for Special Olympics through a fundraiser hosted on Instagram.

The Gamma Chapter at Cornell was recognized with a Most Improved Chapter Award due in part to its philanthropic activities. At the onset of the pandemic, the chapter raised money for Loaves and Fishes, a local food shelter and 15 brothers volunteered to be orientation leaders for the 2021 fall semester.

The chapter has elected a sustainability chair and will begin a compost program and is becoming a community-recognized sustainable partner.

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SCOTT JACOBSON AWARDED 2021 MEDALLION OF MERIT SCOTT JACOBSON (RIGHT) ACCEPTS THE MEDALLION OF MERIT FROM GRAND COUNCIL DIRECTOR ATIF ELKADI.

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he 2021 Medallion of Merit was presented to Scott Jacobson (Cal Poly ‘01) during the closing banquet of the 68th General Convention. The Medallion of Merit was established in 1952 and is Phi Sigma’s highest honor. This award is presented to an alumnus who has distinguished himself in his field and who has remained a loyal Phi Sig, active in the Fraternity’s interests and willing to devote his talents to Phi Sigma Kappa.

There were several past Medallion of Merit recipients on hand in Scottsdale for the presentation of this year’s award: Bud Berman (Swarthmore ’62), David Cohen (Union ’88), Tony Fusaro (Rhode Island ’58), Bruce Johnson (Illinois ’70), Al Shonk (Southern Cal ’54), Todd Simpson (Central Missouri ’86), Dave Spreitzer (Kentucky ’80), Jim Schmitz (UC/Santa Barbara ’80), and Mark Viel (Ferris State ’73).

Brother Jacobson is a former IHQ professional staff member, a former Grand Council Director, Grand President, and Chancellor of the Court of Honor. He is a current Court of Honor member. He has also served as a Foundation Trustee and on various committees.

AN EMAIL BROTHER JACOBSON SENT TO BROTHER SHONK AS AN UNDERGRADUATE

He was instrumental in not only the conception of the Shonk Archive and Educational Center at the International Headquarters in Indianapolis, but was also the main fundraiser and point of contact with Penwal Industries, the design firm that brought it all together.

Brothers Jacobson and Shonk have had a close relationship since Scott attended the Shonk Leadership School in Indianapolis in 2000 while serving as Eta Septaton’s Vice President.

Brother Jacobson is the founder of Fuse Advancement and specializes in fundraising, advertising, corporate/foundation relations, board development, and stewardship and donor relations. Clients have included airports, universities, and private businesses. His company works to help the client create new revenue streams and improve the customer/donor experience.

Grand Council Director Atif Elkadi (Cal Poly ’01), Brother Jacobson’s big brother at Cal Poly, presented the award while Brother Shonk and his wife, Liz, were able to witness the presentation virtually.

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PRESIDENT’S SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS President’s Special Achievement Awards are presented to those chapters that excel in specific areas of chapter operations. Following is the list of those chapters who received such awards for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Associate Member Education Gamma – Cornell Kappa Deuteron – Georgia Tech

Campus Involvement

Phi Deuteron – Kentucky Pi Pentaton – Northern Illinois

Communications

Beta Deuteron – Minnesota Pi Tetarton – LIU/Post

Community Service

Gamma – Cornell Delta Octaton – App State Sigma Epsilon – Ferris State

Membership Experience

Alpha Deuteron – Illinois Kappa Deuteron – Georgia Tech

Philanthropy

Kappa Deuteron – Georgia Tech Phi Deuteron - Kentucky Sigma Epsilon – Ferris State

Recruitment

Delta – West Virginia Nu Tetarton - Rutgers Chi Septaton – Georgia Southern

Risk Management

Kappa Deuteron – Georgia Tech Chi Deuteron – Washington State Pi Tetarton – LIU/Post

Scholarship

Gamma – Cornell Beta Deuteron – Minnesota Sigma Epsilon – Ferris State

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FERRIS STATE CELEBRATES FIRST CHAPTER HOUSE Ferris State Phi Sigs celebrate two chapters: Lambda Pentaton and Sigma Epsilon. They celebrate a chapter installed in 1966, a chapter closed in 1977, and a chapter rechartered after the merger of Phi Sigma Kappa and Phi Sigma Epsilon in 1985. The merged chapter is Sigma Epsilon.

Sigma Epsilon is a chapter that bridges eras of brothers and two fraternities. It is like every other chapter . . . but different.

Its alumni have occupied virtually every volunteer position in both PSK and PSE: chapter advisers, district governor, regional adviser, Foundation President, Foundation Trustees, Grand President, Grand Council Directors, as well as several professional IHQ staff positions.

Its brothers run successful businesses throughout the United States and Europe. They remember and mourn their brothers who join Chapter Eternal too soon. They know that it is easier to become number one than to stay there and aren’t afraid to remind you that they are from THE Ferris State University, a small D-2 school in Michigan. They are like members from every other chapter.

The chapter has won the all-sports trophy, Greek Weeks, and the hearts of phenomenal women who support them. It has been recognized as an outstanding chapter – once in the sixties, and six more times during the eighties and nineties. They tease, they challenge, they lead. They have fun. They celebrate success and close ranks when the world collapses in on them. They are like members from every other chapter.

But what the chapter has NEVER been is a chapter with an “official” recognized house, displaying letters − until now.

With the perseverance of Brother Bruce Lewallen (Ferris State ’91) and the assistance of Phi Sigma Kappa Properties, Sigma Epsilon just celebrated its first-ever Homecoming with a chapter house! Special thanks go to members of the Phi Sigma Kappa Properties Board Shawn Shivnen (Eastern Michigan ’00), Brian Radke (Northern Illinois ’05), and Mike Palm (Indiana ’04).

LEFT TO RIGHT, GARY MILLER, JOHN BUSH, ROGER SHIFTAR, BUD HANNA, AND LENNY DAMICO.

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Ferris State alumni enjoy tailgating during Homecoming weekend.

Gary Miller (Ferris State ’69), the first Lambda Pentaton initiate, was in attendance, along with some of the group’s most “seasoned” brothers: #10 John “Dumbo” D’Amour (Ferris State ’69), #28 Roger Schiftar (Ferris State ’67), #36 Fred Will IV (Ferris State ’69), #41 Lenny Damico (Ferris State ’69), #54 John Bush (Ferris State ’68), #56 Jim “Dog” Dallas (Ferris State ’68), #110 Dale Patterson (Ferris State ’72), #118 Mark Viel (Ferris State ’73), #124 Tom “T” Tallian (Ferris State ’73), #126 Bud Hanna (Ferris State ’70), and #135 John Lovelette (Ferris State ’71), as well as some of Sigma Epsilon’s most recently initiated brothers.

Brothers from the sixties to the present, brothers from PSE, and future brothers (who participated in the Ritual of Association that weekend) all came together to celebrate a multi-generational dream – THEIR house. One brother flew in from Boonville, MS, for just 24 hours to attend and celebrate this achievement with the Brotherhood.

Tailgating. Songs. Pictures. Awards. A pig roast. Lies, tall tales, and memories are shared between generations. Too much fun in too short a time. This group is like every other chapter during Homecoming . . . but different.

The group is proud to finally have a house to call their own. But it is like every other chapter.

Alumni struggle and strive to provide support for undergraduates, for, without them, the chapter would cease to exist. All that the chapter has been recognized for means nothing if the undergraduates aren’t supported.

The brothers from Ferris State challenge each brother still reading this to commit to supporting YOUR chapter in the coming year. Attend an annual event. Donate your time to a local chapter or the Grand Chapter of the Fraternity. Sponsor an undergraduate to attend Leadership School or Officer Academy.

Become like the brothers from Ferris State . . . but different.

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This year the Foundation worked with the Grand Council and Phi Sigma Kappa Properties to launch the Life Loyal initiative. Life Loyal asks alumni members to consider how their experiences with their Fraternity back in their college years helped to make them the men they are today. Further, it asks alumni members to recognize that they continue to obtain great value from their Fraternity through active social and supportive relationships with their Phi Sig friends throughout their lives. Phi Sigma Kappa is our 148-year-old Fraternity and its 60,000+ alumni members have the capacity to provide for its financial future and thereby support its undergraduate members and each other.

This year, as part of the Life Loyal initiative, each member of the Foundation Board of Trustees committed to increasing their annual personal gift from $1,000 to a minimum of $2,500. The Foundation worked with the Grand Council and Phi Sigma Kappa Properties to pledge $75,000 in Life Loyal gifts this year from the members of the Fraternity’s three governing boards.

To be recognized as Life Loyal, younger alumni are asked to provide $10 per month, $120 per year, in support after they graduate and begin their careers. Alumni who are 30 and older are asked to provide $21 per month, $250 annually. Members of the 4th Degree or higher are asked to provide at least $500 in annual support. Alumni Clubs and Housing Corporations are also asked to be Life Loyal each year by providing from $1,000 to $5,000, depending on the age and size of the chapter and its alumni group. Our undergraduate brothers can also be recognized as Life Loyal, as the 1873 Society becomes part of this initiative.

As reflected in the preliminary trustee format monthly financial statements, the annual campaign of the Foundation generated $366,241 in donations received in fiscal 2021 versus $329,562 in the prior fiscal year, an increase of 11%. Total gifts received in fiscal 2021 were $609,856 versus $1,124,020 in fiscal 2020 which included bequests of $509,190. Bequests received in 2021 were $5,380.

Funding to the Fraternity in fiscal 2021 was $302,429 versus $261,708 in the prior fiscal year.

After scholarships, grants, and expenses, the Foundation experienced a net increase in total assets in fiscal 2020 of $386,499. Of this total, $131,343 was unrestricted.

Audited financial statements of the Foundation for fiscal 2021 will be available by the end of the year.

They will be posted to the Fraternity’s website when they become available.

Foundation’s Investment Portfolio Highlights for FY2021 The Foundation has two investment portfolios: capital preservation and balanced. The capital preservation portfolio is for funds that are expected to be extracted within 6 - 12 months for specific

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DATION ANNUAL REPORT projects or activities. This portfolio is 100% liquid and invested only in U.S. Treasuries and FDIC-insured bank CDs that mature within six months. There is no market volatility in this portfolio and its market value was $14,300 at the end of Fiscal 2021. The much larger balanced portfolio is about 90% well-diversified in large cap, mid/small cap, and foreign exchange traded funds, while the remaining approximate 10% is in liquid assets that have no credit risk (or market volatility) and cash.

During Fiscal 2021, the balanced portfolio grew over 29% in value to end the year at over $1.9 million.

Capital infusions into the balanced portfolio were modest (under $3,000) during Fiscal 2021, however $37,000 of dividend/interest income and asset appreciation accounted for this growth. The balanced portfolio realized almost $84,000 in capital gains during Fiscal 2021 and ended the year with $314,000 in unrealized gains. The balanced portfolio’s distribution (i.e., dividend) yield averaged 2.3% during the year and the portfolio experienced a 30.4% total holding period return in Fiscal 2021.

Milestones and the Year Ahead Life Loyal As we begin fiscal 2022 Phi Sigma Kappa will continue to build a culture of Life Loyal support among our 60,000+ alumni members. Life Loyal Phi Sigs are committed to providing financial support to our Fraternity each and every year. Through Life Loyal we will harness the financial power of our alumni brothers so that the needs of the Fraternity will no longer solely rest only on the shoulders of our undergraduate members. This is our precious Fraternity, and we, its members, will work together to provide for its financial future.

Day of Giving Several years ago, Grand Council Director David Cohen (Union ’88) observed that other nonprofit organizations executed Days of Support, or Giving, and had success with these fundraising events. His suggestion that the Foundation establish a Day of Giving resulted in our first Phi Sig Day of Giving in 2018. That year, on March 15 with a goal of raising $25,000, Phi Sigma Kappa raised more than $40,000.

This past year Phi Sigma Kappa held its 4th Annual Day of Giving, with a goal of raising $150,000. Working together, we raised more than $182,000. We look forward to seeing all chapters and their alumni thoroughly represented and participating in future Days of Giving as word spreads of this important fundraising event.

For all of those who helped us achieve this record Day of Giving gift level, the Foundation, and the Fraternity, thank you.

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Estate Gifts: A Lasting Legacy in Support of Phi Sig This summer, we gathered for our 68th biennial General Convention and enjoyed the fellowship and the warmth of our Brotherhood. We encouraged one another to recognize Phi Sigma Kappa through the Foundation in our individual estate plans. For it is through estate gifts that Foundations do not spend on annual operating costs that earnings generating portfolios are built to enrich their Fraternities.

When the Foundation receives bequests as a result of a brother recognizing the Fraternity in his estate plans, these monies are utilized for their restricted purpose. When no specific purpose is provided, bequests are added to the Foundation’s board designated Chapter Eternal Education Fund where they will provide for Phi Sigma Kappa’s educational expenses, and support our undergraduates, in perpetuity.

Thank You Brothers, spouses, families, and friends—we can’t thank you enough for your financial support and helping us to realize our financial goals in this past year. During a pandemic we stood together to protect and enrich our Fraternity, its undergraduates, and each other.

Let us all now join and be Life Loyal and appreciate the tremendous importance of Phi Sig in our lives and the value and fellowship it provides through our friends and brothers each and every year.

As always, we promise to use your gifts to enrich our undergraduate brothers. It is through your support that we will secure the financial future of Phi Sigma Kappa and help our undergraduate brothers to realize their full potential as men of character committed to living by the Golden Rule and treating all others and themselves with respect and dignity.

Through your continued support by witness of their character and conduct our undergraduate brothers will grow to be known as honorable men and Phi Sigma Kappa will bring the gift of our Fraternity to endless future generations.

Fraternally,

John Sheehan President, 2020-2021

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PHI SIGMA KAPPA FOUNDATION TRIPLE T’S SOCIETY Donors in the 2020 - 2021 Fiscal Year July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 The Triple T’s Society is open to all members and friends of Phi Sigma Kappa who give at least $250 in gifts to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation during the year. The membership of Phi Sigma Kappa expresses Its appreciation to these loyal and generous donors.

PLATINUM LEVEL

(GIFTS TOTALING $20,000 AND HIGHER) Thomas J Howatt (Purdue ‘72) Jeff T Liesendahl (Northern Illinois ‘87) E Dale Lowe (Houston ‘66) Richard L Schleicher (Purdue ‘59) Zeta Chapter Alumni Association

DIAMOND LEVEL

(GIFTS TOTALING $10,000 - $19,999) John F Brock III (Georgia Tech ‘70) David L Cohen (Union ‘88) Bud G Hanna Jr. (Ferris State ‘70) Charles R Idol (Houston ‘68) Matt McEwen (Ferris State ‘96) Phi Deuteron Chapter of PSK John P Sheehan (Northern Illinois ‘82) Albert D Shonk Jr (Southern Cal ‘54) Signet Circle Corporation Signet Publishing Board

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SAPPHIRE LEVEL

(GIFTS TOTALING $5,000 - $9,999) Frank A Acevedo (Southern Cal ‘02) Dave J Breazzano (Union ‘78) Anthony Fusaro (Rhode Island ‘58) George L Glotzbach (Minnesota ‘53) Carl W Goltermann (Illinois ‘74) Paul L Grane (Northern Illinois ‘93) Thomas Grunwald (Ferris State ‘91) Steve Ray Laukhuf (Midwestern State ‘84) Dave T McNaught (Indiana ‘65) Daniel Mills (Ferris State ‘88) Omicron Deuteron Alumni Club PSK Alumni Assn. of Northern IL Sloan L Robertson MD (Arizona ‘69) Joseph D Scheerens (Ferris State ‘70) James R Schmitz (UC/Santa Barbara ‘80) Jhon A Stella (Ferris State ‘89)

EMERALD LEVEL

(GIFTS TOTALING $2,500 - $4,999) J Tom Avery Jr (Purdue ‘82) Glenn M Roby (Northern Illinois ‘91) Mark M Azzarello (Rhode Island ‘80) Rolf K Schrader (Purdue ‘70) Jeffrey Berkowitz (Union ‘88) Signet Corporation of Santa Barbara Jeffrey K Bowser (West Virginia ‘84) Clay A Skurdal (Montana State ‘82) Adam C Carter (Hobart ‘90) Gregory R Stack (Kentucky ‘89) Keith A Clark (Rutgers ‘67) Ryan Tabaka (Illinois ‘00) Jane Dulay, Hal & Jonathan Dulay Brandel Family John D Tickle (East Tennessee ‘64) Adam C Gagas (Hobart ‘93) Joe C Trevino (Purdue ‘68) Gerald L Limp Leadership Endowment Fund Lash Turville (San Jose State ‘61) Sean P Hamilton (Stetson ‘89) Matt Waltz (Marian University ‘02) David W Jones (Emporia State ‘98) Jeff J West (Washington State ‘95) Michael L Petitjean (Emporia State ‘70) Thomas S Wright (Wisconsin/Milwaukee ‘92) Christopher J Piotrowicz (Ferris State ‘91) Nicholas R Zuniga (Ball State ‘04)

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AMETHYST LEVEL (GIFTS TOTALING $1,750 - $2,499) Bob D Fox (Purdue ‘57) Larry E Sheffield (Ohio State ‘64) R Todd Simpson (Central Missouri ‘86) JJ Evan Taylor (R.I.T. ‘09) Bennett Williams (Indiana ‘07)

RUBY LEVEL (GIFTS TOTALING $1,000 - $1,749) Richard L Alt (Dayton ‘85) Travis L Armbruster (Eastern Michigan ‘07) Darren Azarian (Southern Cal ‘94) Maurice E Baker (Purdue ‘57) Tom Barnard (Stetson ‘88) Craig W Beckerleg (Union ‘96) Bernard M Berman (Swarthmore ‘62) William “Art” Bloomer (Emporia State ‘55) Thomas J Boldrick III (Purdue ‘83) David J Burke (Kentucky ‘97) Thomas V Byrem (Ferris State ‘76) Darren W Challey (Union ‘92) Edward T Chidsey (Union ‘93) Thomas J Clark (Akron ‘76) Mark D Cowan (Minnesota ‘71) Herb Eldean (Northern Illinois ‘63) David M Franzman (Purdue ‘80) James P Gazdecki (UC/Santa Barbara ‘74) John W George (Union ‘90)

Robert L Harman (Mansfield ‘76) Jerry T Hill (Purdue ‘59) Seth Hoehn (Purdue ‘02) Chris J Hoye (Ferris State ‘91) Bruce C Johnson (Illinois ‘70) Dennis M Joyce (Purdue ‘69) Richard C Jungman (NW Missouri State ‘90) William F Kovacic (Northern Illinois ‘79) Leigh LaChine (Eastern Michigan ‘90) Steven J Laden (UC/Santa Barbara ‘82) Seth Landsberger (R.I.T. ‘00) Colby B Leathers (Alabama ‘95) Sal P Lowry (Ohio State ‘63) T Scott Lyons (Alabama ‘95) Jim P McDougall (Ferris State ‘87) Jim McGuigan (Wisconsin/Milwaukee ‘90) Shane A McIntosh (Ohio State ‘79) Daniel J Menser (Washington State ‘91) James A Murman (Tennessee ‘68)

Patrick T Murphy (Northern Illinois ‘75) Ronald D Pace (Tennessee/Martin ‘64) Robbi Peterson Robert C Pritchett (Tennessee ‘08) Trevor Michael Reed (Robert Morris ‘16) Rodney L Reid (Southern Illinois ‘59) Dennis C Rilling (Oregon State ‘71) Paul R Ringstrom (Northern Illinois ‘70) Brian S Sandon (Ferris State ‘94) Roger A Schiftar (Ferris State ‘67) Laura Sheehan Sean E B Shingler (George Mason ‘97) Marcus E Smith (Indiana ‘93) David R Sorette (Union ‘92) Leonard C Suchyta (Detroit ‘65) Mark W Viel (Ferris State ‘73) Robb C Williams (Southern Illinois ‘93) James M Wolf (Dayton ‘87) Leslie D Young (Maryland ‘62)

DID YOU KNOW?

THE PHI SIGMA KAPPA FOUNDATION PROVIDED FUNDING TO NINE CHAPTERS TO HELP BROTHERS ATTEND THE 68TH GENERAL CONVENTION

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LIFE LOYAL ALUMNI CLUB GIFTS The following alumni clubs made donations to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation during the 2020-2021 fiscal year: Zeta Chapter Alumni Association

City College of New York

$60,000

Phi Deuteron Alumni Chapter of PSK

University of Kentucky

$10,000

Omicron Deuteron Alumni Club

University of Alabama

$5,000

PSK Alumni Association of Northern Illinois Northern Illinois University

$5,000

Signet Corporation of Santa Barbara

University of Cal/Santa Barbara

$2,500

Epsilon Lambda Alumni Chapter

Eastern Michigan University

$400

Make Sure Your Alumni Club is Listed Next Year!

Contact Augie Farwig, Development Officer at augie@phisigmakappa.org

PEARL LEVEL (GIFTS TOTALING $500 - $999) Rodney G Allred (Memphis ‘90) Peter J Anderson (Michigan ‘87) Bruce P Andrews (West Virginia ‘80) Timothy Ryan Aquinto (Ferris State ‘10) Jonathon J Berghorn (Ferris State ‘12) Edward A Berndt (Union ‘82) David M Booth (North Carolina ‘74) David G Cerruti (Houston ‘71) Charles E Cluster (Ferris State ‘72) Ryan Scott Cole (Ball State ‘13) Jason D Dickerson (Union ‘95) David A Epstein (Southern Illinois ‘75) John W Everest (Alabama ‘69) Brad Fliller (Adelphi ‘13) Leonard B Gailes (Alabama ‘93) William T Giesbrecht (Ferris State ‘93) Matt Gregory (Southern Illinois ‘95) Gregg A Grote (Purdue ‘83) Kenneth A Hall (Ferris State ‘68) Tereck Halsey (Ferris State ‘97) Michael A Hiller (Union ‘88) Brian L Hoffbauer (Purdue ‘95) Derek E Holmes (Robert Morris ‘89)

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Myke C Jacobs (Ferris State ‘70) Aaron & Marie Koblin Gary S Kramer (Ferris State ‘76) David H Kummer (Ferris State ‘72) Richard A Lejk (Georgia Tech ‘55) Gregory J Martens (Ferris State ‘97) Joe A McMahon (MIT ‘85) Richard W Meier (Cal/Berkeley ‘64) Keith R Meier (Florida State ‘92) Gregory A Merritt (Ferris State ‘69) Andrew J.Mogensen (Valparaiso ‘98) James B Moritz (Purdue ‘57) David E Murray (Illinois ‘57) Jeff Nelson (Ferris State ‘01) James R Ochu (Northern Illinois ‘87) Timothy J Ostrowski (Northern Illinois ‘74) Joseph R Paskowski (Union ‘91) William J Paternoster II (Ferris State ‘11) Brandon Paternoster (Ferris State ‘04) Walter B Peine (Houston ‘66) Matt M Pilcher (Maryland ‘00) Adam S Pilder (Eastern Michigan ‘03) Michael J Quackenbush (West Virginia ‘85)

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Leonard H Ralston (Washington State ‘58) Michael J Riella (Stetson ‘99) Mark E Rowland (Ball State ‘78) Rozalia & John Rozembersky Chris Schutz (Ferris State ‘96) Gene F Seevers (Central Missouri ‘51) William P Shields (Rutgers ‘08) Shawn J Shivnen (Eastern Michigan ‘00) Sam J Soffa (Wisconsin ‘57) Thomas R Stautz (Western Michigan ‘77) Skyler Stearns (Towson ‘14) James M Stewart (Stetson ‘88) Darald H Stubbs (Stetson ‘88) Woody F Sutton (Penn ‘69) David H Turner (Stetson ‘89) Matt David Valleau (Ferris State ‘11) William Vanderpool (Central Missouri ‘98) Bruce Wells (Purdue ‘86) David A Werner (UC/Santa Barbara ‘74) John A White (Robert Morris ‘04) Aaron Windsor (Central Missouri ‘01) Richard S Zembek (Union ‘92)

GOLD LEVEL (GIFTS TOTALING $250 - $499) Richard H Albright Jr. (Gettysburg ‘64) AmazonSmile Foundation Keith D Anderson (Minnesota ‘64) Dean G Anderson (Northern Illinois ‘73) David M Anderson (Ferris State ‘90) George S Ashman (Franklin & Marshall ‘62) Ronald G Assaf (Akron ‘57) Robert L Balogh (Michigan ‘80) Stephen G Barkley (East Stroudsburg ‘72) Corey Bartell (Northern Illinois ‘03) H Bruce Baskette (Midwestern State ‘68) Stephen T Beal (Arizona ‘70) Luke Benedict (Clarion ‘01) John A Benkovich (Georgia Tech ‘60) Richard W Brace (Ferris State ‘71) Richard M. Brown (Minnesota ‘84) Ray F Bruzzese (Rhode Island ‘80) James M Bryner (Illinois ‘71) Edward G Buchan (Penn State ‘74) Paul L Budvitis Jr (Northern Illinois ‘86) Keith P Buehler (Purdue ‘80) Bradley R Cagenello (Connecticut ‘62) Christopher L Callies (Oregon State ‘91) Kathy Cannady (IHQ Professional Staff) Grant Carpenter (Northern Arizona ’13) K Wade Carpenter (Central Missouri ‘89) Michael A Chappell (Alabama ‘71) Antonieta Chase Steve Allen Chastain Jr. (Pittsburg State ‘10) William J Chen Jr (American ‘66) John F Chessa (Union ‘91) Kevin M Clements (Indiana ‘93) Robert Cohen (Union ‘97) Oscar Crawford Tyler Curtis (Emporia State ‘01) Paul D’Annibale (Union ‘01) Mark A Decker (Southern Illinois ‘85) Jacob Defassio (Valparaiso ‘12) Paul C deJung (Ball State ‘65) Stephen Dennis (East Stroudsburg ‘16) James J DeStefano (Union ‘89) Joe Dobbelaere (Northern Illinois ‘82) Edward J Doherty (Massachusetts ‘74) Kevin D Donovan Jr. (Cal/Berkeley ‘74) Sean B Eaves (Midwestern State ‘93) G W Eckerle (Indiana ‘67) Atif J Elkadi (Cal Poly ‘01) Keith A Engelmann (Northern Illinois ‘83) Epsilon Lambda Alumni Chapter David Ewert (Northern Illinois ‘87) August M Farwig (Ball State ‘17) Chip Fernandez (Cal State/Northridge ‘95) Dale Fernandez (Cal State/Northridge ‘95) Fred Fitch (Ferris State ‘99) Christopher L Flowers (Indiana ‘95) Robert A Frinier (Southern Cal ‘63) Gregory A Furer (Pitt ‘06) William B Gable (Maryland ‘76) David Galatte (Northern Illinois ‘90

Charles W Gardner (Illinois ‘53) Dennis M Gillan (West Virginia ‘85) Kurt Gollinger (Ferris State ‘95) Michael Gonzalez (Stetson ‘10) John Guido Jr (Northern Illinois ‘95) Chris Gustafson (Northern Illinois ‘01) Frederick W Haid IV (Mansfield ‘85) James L Hailey (Texas ‘59) Judge Richard Hall (Houston ‘65) Mike Hamner (Ferris State ‘93) J Lyle Hart (Houston ‘76) Mark G Haughton (Union ‘89) Gregory J Hayes (Ferris State ‘89) Terrance R Henderson (Penn State ‘64) Mike R Heskett (Midwestern State ‘65) David M Hill (Indiana ‘04) Steven C Holman (Southern Cal ‘75) Vincent J Horner (Ferris State ‘75) Alexander J Horvath (Union ‘89) Harold C Isgette Jr. (Georgia Tech ‘84) Roger E Jenne (Tennessee ‘63) Michael J Kaiser (Northern Illinois ‘83) Braden Keeter (Auburn ‘17 Javad M Khazaeli (Illinois ‘98) Jan M Klinck (Texas ‘66) Michael C Kohloff (Ferris State ‘76) Madhu S Kollipara (Cal/Berkeley ‘92) Aleksandar Krakovic (Cal State/LA ‘94) Kevin J Kraushaar (Michigan ‘77) Stephen A Kubinski (Northern Illinois ‘82) John N Langfitt Jr (Stanford ‘64) Christopher D Lantz (Ferris State ‘06) James T Lau (Southern Cal ‘97) Ron Lee (Cal/Berkeley ‘83) Jonathan G Lennon (Union ‘92) John H Leonard (Towson ‘87) Brian J Little (Southern Cal ‘90) Paul A Lockie (R.I.T. ‘81) Michael Lodge (Union ‘98) Robert H Love (Ferris State ‘08) Richard C Lovejoy (Union ‘94) Jonathan Lowrey (NW Missouri State ‘07) Paul Lukasiewicz (Eastern Michigan ‘71) James R Marshall (Massachusetts ‘48) David Masini (George Mason ‘99) William Massey Jr. (Texas/Pan American ‘68) William Mast (Valdosta ‘15) Jon Wilson May (Ferris State ‘18) Robert K McCormick (Northern Illinois ‘83) David McKeon (Mansfield ‘78) Mark A McKinnon (Radford ‘77) Christopher J Meadows (Union ‘89) Steven C Meisgeier (Houston ‘82) Derek Jon Menefee (Ferris State ‘10) Alan A Morris (Union ‘86) Brian F Moss CFA (Union ‘90) Joseph L Mundy (Rensselaer ‘63) Gerald W Murphy (Massachusetts ‘57) Joseph T O’Leary Jr. (Stetson ‘83)

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Paul W Overstreet (Midwestern State ‘10) Donald D Owens (Tennessee/Martin ‘73) Timothy E Padden (Northern Illinois ‘84) Michael J Palm (Indiana ‘04) Jeffery V Parker (Northern Illinois ‘89) Donald R Payne (UC/Santa Barbara ‘68) Martin J Peltcs (Eastern Michigan ‘10) Raymond Peterson (Western Illinois ‘67) Peter B Pintacura (Ferris State ‘69) John T Pollock (Michigan ‘68) Blake Allen Powell (Midwestern State ‘12) Wesley J Poynor (Texas ‘72) Edward C Pullekins (Akron ‘72) Brian Radke (Northern Illinois ‘05) Michael D Reed (Cal State/Northridge ‘67) Bruce A Reyher (Rensselaer ‘61) Richard B C Rho (Union ‘89) John K Richie (Midwestern State ‘94) Kenny Rogers Jr. (Hope College ‘04) Michael A Romanowski (Northern Illinois ‘81) Michael P Rose (Purdue ‘66) Lawrence A Rosenthal (Union ‘88) B George Saloom (Georgia Tech ‘71) David A Schell (Clarion ‘73) Richard A Schneider (Florida Southern ‘77) Scott D Segal (Union ‘89) Wes S Semple (Clarion ‘66) Marco Sepulveda (Cal Poly ‘06) Doug E Sheehan (Northern Illinois ‘88) Ronald Sigmund Jr. (Ball State ‘02) James F Skeen (Kentucky ‘72) Richard C Smith III (Union ‘92) William J Snyders Jr (Northern Illinois ‘82) Steven W Sproule (Northern Illinois ‘81) Robert W Sprunger Jr. (Northern Illinois ‘88) Ronald L Staggs (Parsons ‘59) J Ronald Stallings (Georgia Tech ‘59) Thomas G Stavropoulos (Memphis ‘74) J Donald Steele Jr. (Susquehanna ‘73) Mark C Stoner (Robert Morris ‘88) Zachary Storf (Robert Morris ‘13) Thomas J Tallian (Ferris State ‘73) Earl E Tarble (Swarthmore ‘65) Joseph Ara Teeple (Valparaiso ‘13) George W Van Tassel Jr. (R.I.T. ‘80) Verizon Foundation Now Cyber Grants Steve D Vernia (Valparaiso ‘84) Framroze M Virjee (UC/Santa Barbara ‘82) James Buford White Jr. (Tennessee/Martin ‘65) Michael O Whiteside (Stetson ‘89) Mark F Wille (Southern Cal ‘77) Richard C Wisniewski (Ferris State ‘84) Thomas Witt (Union ‘86) James V Yurchison (Kent State ‘65) Edward J Zalewski (Michigan State ‘66)

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FOUNDATION GIVING UP TO $249 JULY 1, 2020 – JUNE 30, 2021 ADELPHI Phi Septaton Michael J Berthel ‘08 AKRON Eta Triton Robert L Bidinger ‘78 Leonard E Krause ‘76 Joseph R Weber III ‘84 ALABAMA Omicron Deuteron Frederick E Coleman ‘58 Josh F Kortenkamp ‘16 Tom James Tofield ‘13 Charles A Tugwell ‘74 AMERICAN Epsilon Triton Thomas F Angelis ‘68 Scott M Blumen ‘84 Christopher M Browne ‘89 Chris L Kalavritinos ‘70 Gregory Lockwood ‘82 APPALACHIAN STATE Delta Octaton Tyler Warren-Reed ‘21 ARIZONA Phi Pentaton Stephen T Beal ‘70 ARIZONA STATE Chi Triton Gary E Carlson ‘88 Edwin S Lane ‘58 Sean O’Neill ‘94 Perry L Schuman ‘52 Stephen R Shreffler ‘69 AUBURN Omega Septaton Michael Callegari ‘14 Bryce Covert ‘20 Cullen Keeter ‘14 Frank Parker ‘20 Devin Pavlou ‘20

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BALL STATE Epsilon Tau Paul B Church ‘83 Mark D Fowler ‘81 Chris D Gaunt ‘75 Alan T Girton ‘87 Melvin H Goldman ‘64 William David Hammons ‘16 Frank E Konermann ‘81 Ivan Lomeli ‘18 Peyton Norris ‘21 Nathan Okey ‘15 Brian K Osborne ‘96 Gary A Ritz ‘92

CINCINATI Epsilon Octaton Cory Dean Brewer ‘19

BOWLING GREEN Gamma Septaton Ed C Kovacs III ‘00

CONNECTICUT Iota Triton Joe F Greene ‘53 Vincent A Mammano ‘67

BUFFALO STATE Kappa Septaton Omar Alexander Chin ‘01 CAL STATE/NORTHRIDGE Xi Pentaton Adam De Los Santos ‘10 Alex Lomeli ‘07 Arturo Adrian Rivera ‘04 Damien Sanchez ‘03 Connor Robert Warren ‘21 CAL POLY Eta Septaton Scott Colby Jacobson ‘01 Diego Rodriguez ‘19 CAL STATE/LA Omega Tetarton Andreas Birgel Jr. ‘65 Ernest A Heyek ‘98 Paul Lees ‘77 Robert Melendez ‘18 CENTRAL MISSOURI Epsilon Iota Jeff D Wharton ‘87 CENTRAL MICHIGAN Chi Tetarton Elden J Wolting ‘65

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CLARION Nu Pentaton Michael J Czlonka ‘70 Mark H Dahlmann ‘76 CLEMSON Upsilon Septaton Shea Doonan ‘15

DAYTON Eta Hexaton Stephen J Blewitt Jr ‘92 Timothy J Rice ‘88 Jim Jeffrey Ziemba ‘83 DELAWARE Mu Septaton Ryan S Eliasof ‘09 DREXEL Eta Pentaton Elmer H Boyle ‘59 EAST STROUDSBURG Beta Pentaton Roger L DeLarco ‘80 EASTERN MICHIGAN Epsilon Lambda Ryan Biddlecombe ‘15 Bryan Cherry ‘06 Walter Hammonds Jr. ‘06 Matt J Pelc ‘02 Jason Raubenolt ‘04 Nicholas Raubenolt ‘03

EMPORIA STATE Alpha Epsilon James E Fisher EdD ‘54 Robert F Gilligan ‘02 Brian E Lee ‘98 FERRIS STATE Lambda Pentaton Lawrence S Miarka ‘71 Thomas L Ryan ‘67 Ronald R Tabaczka ‘69 Thomas J Tallian ‘73 James A Thomas ‘71 James L Ward ‘67 FERRIS STATE Sigma Epsilon Brandon Babcock ‘19 Jeff Borke ‘97 Randy Bozung ‘00 Ryan James Butler ‘21 Leonard J Damico ‘69 Shane P Dunbar ‘13 Steven Michael Fischer ‘12 Callum Gibbs ‘19 Alex Curtis Gohl ‘11 Mitchell H Harris ‘13 Trevor Hartley ‘19 Ryan A Hetjonk Karl Tyrell Hite ‘19 Alexander Keusch ‘18 Jacob M Law ‘16 Mitch Manson ‘19 Jacob A Martin ‘11 Lawrence S Miarka ‘71 Jason R Nelson ‘05 Caleb Nieman ‘16 Joel Nugent ‘09 Christopher P Oles ‘19 Thomas L Ryan ‘67 James A Savickas ‘69 Bradley J Schneider ‘08 Samuel H Simons ‘07 Carlton Steven Thompson ‘20 Jim Tovinitti ‘77 David Miller Tyler ‘06 Jacob Henry VanBoxel ‘14 Seth James Vannewkirk ‘23 FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL Lambda Septaton Christian A Williams ‘12 FLORIDA SOUTHERN Omega Triton James T Jones Jr ‘69 FRANKLIN & MARSHALL Pi Henry A Ball Jr. ‘63 William H Curtis ‘61 Jere L Strittmatter ‘72

TOP TEN DONORS

The following indicates schools in the Top 10 number of donors that made donations to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021.

1. FERRIS STATE - 79 2. UNION - 66 3. NORTHERN ILLINOIS - 38 4. PURDUE - 23 5. SOUTHERN CAL - 20 6. STETSON - 18 7. BALL STATE - 16 8. INDIANA - 14 9. TOWSON - 14 10. EASTERN MICHIGAN - 12 GEORGE WASHINGTON Lambda Nathan Blumberg ‘04 Valentine J DaDamio ‘49 Howard Rosenblatt ‘96 Gregory Schiller ‘00 GEORGIA TECH Kappa Deuteron W. Samuel Adams, Jr ‘74 Paul M Daly ‘60 Christopher J Genovese ‘96 Virgil R Hinojosa ‘73 Harold C Isgette ‘61 Robert J Lueders Jr ‘58 Joseph Paul Stamm ‘18 GETTYSBURG Rho Deuteron Robert Barkley, Jr. ‘58 William J Bodette ‘91 Barry E Kunkel ‘58 Mark Sibley Jr ‘58 HENDERSON STATE Epsilon Rho Dr. K Sean McGreevey Jr. ‘97 HOBART Psi Triton Jonathan R Insull ‘87 Kenneth N B Kihlander ‘57 Russell K Schwartz ‘87 HOUSTON Eta Tetarton Michael H Andre ‘65 Linton D Arbaugh

IDAHO STATE Phi Triton Christian S Lee ‘93 ILLINOIS Alpha Deuteron John T Cerza ‘85 Richard D Grodsky ‘77 James K Merwin Jr. ‘80 Donald L Nish ‘52 David G Powless CPA ‘75 Timothy Sheehan ‘17 INDIANA Sigma Triton David W Anderson ‘70 Thomas L Boscher ‘66 Phillip R Gohr ‘59 Robert J Hardy ‘57 Phillip A Hawkins ‘55 Brian L Townsend ‘99 INDIANA/PA Theta Pentaton Charles E Illig ‘67 Frederick H Nesbitt ‘65 Dr. Patrick J Pacalo, PhD ‘85 Richard P Pantaleo ‘69 Dale C Patrias ‘66 KENT STATE Beta Tetarton Robert L Faloon ‘61 KENTUCKY Phi Deuteron Kevin Towe ‘88 KNOX Beta Triton Robert T Halladay Jr ‘53

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TOP TEN DOLLARS

The following indicates schools in the Top 10 total dollar amount in donations to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021.

1. PURDUE - $112,071 2. FERRIS STATE - $71,669 3. HOUSTON - $51,853 4. UNION - $22,572 5. SOUTHERN CAL - $18,620 6. NORTHERN ILLINOIS - $ 17,647 7. INDIANA - $10,840 8. ILLINOIS - $10,310 9. RHODE ISLAND - $10,250 10. MINNESOTA - $7,614 LEHIGH Nu Robert H Hansen ‘71 Richard W Potts Jr. ‘88 Wilmer J Sauerbrey ‘57 James L Sylvester ‘62 LOYOLA MARYMOUNT Rho Tetarton Robert C Sully ‘78 MIT Omicron John D Halberstadt ‘67 MANSFIELD Phi Nu Bill F Braun ‘79 MARIAN Nu Septaton Gerald L Cameron Dana M Richardson ‘02 MARYLAND Eta Leon A Boulavsky Jr ‘75 Robert H Heller Jr. ‘64 Sebastian Lecha ‘17 John H Parsons ‘87 Joseph E Smith Jr. ‘66 Robert H Stropp Jr. ‘69 MASSACHUSETTS Alpha Russell E Snow Jr. ‘70

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MEMPHIS Psi Pentaton Drew Daniel ‘97 Larry D Messing Jr ‘99 William C Schadrack III ‘78 MICHIGAN Delta Deuteron Kyle Thomas Brown ‘18 Kerry G Eckinger ‘60 Victor Martinelli ‘72 Bradford Stone ‘51 Richard D Wentzel ‘59 MIDWESTERN STATE Sigma Tau Hunter Elam ‘10 Woodrow W Gossom ‘67 Tyler L Holeman ‘09 Michael Scott ‘12 MINNESOTA Beta Deuteron Craig L Anderson ‘72 David A Anton ‘84 MONTANA STATE Zeta Triton Lt Col Edwynn J. Christophersen ‘55 NJIT Alpha Octaton James Coll ‘22 Patrick Gavin ‘17 Pat Michael Quinn ‘20

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NEVADA/RENO Eta Deuteron David W Hansen PhD ‘60 Michael J Kirkland ‘73 NORTHEASTERN Delta Pentaton Richard M Kania ‘72 Terry Malone ‘70 NORTHERN ILLINOIS Pi Pentaton Jack Tyrrell Barry ‘14 Fred R Cooper ‘68 James Forman ‘15 Darrin T Hernandez ‘03 Donald Hoener ‘81 Brian W King ‘91 Charles M Koehler ‘62 Mark Mathews ‘94 Mark A Monroe ‘70 Dave J Servatius ‘91 Jeffrey A Sieloff ‘94 Jeffrey E Tolle ‘82 Jeff Valentine ‘92 NORTHERN IOWA Epsilon Theta Robert P Lang ‘56 NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE Epsilon Nu Bob W Allen ‘72 Thomas J Foster ‘52 Neil C Jones ‘68 Robin Sol ‘04 Nicholas J Waldo ‘05 OHIO STATE Pi Deuteron Robert F Giomi ‘69 Kyle Harman ‘17 Tyler E Rowland ‘12 Granville Wills, Jr. ‘51 OREGON STATE Theta Deuteron Raymond S Jablonn ‘54 Brian C Thomas ‘61 PACIFIC Phi Tetarton Roger J Clark ‘66 PENN Mu GThomas C Curtiss Jr ‘66 Dr. David A Luhrsen Ph.D ‘63

HONORARY GIFTS The following gifts were made to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation in honor of specific brothers or chapters/provisional chapters during the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

George Ashman (Franklin and Marshall ’62)

Nasrin Rohani-Abedian

James Gazdecki (UC/Santa Barbara ’74)

In honor of the Xi Pentaton Chapter

Robert Heller (Maryland ’64)

In honor of the Xi Pentaton Chapter

Rich Jungman (NW Missouri St. ’90)

In honor of John Sheehan (Northern Illinois ’82)

In honor of Karl Poorbaugh (Franklin and Marshall ’51)

In honor of Amanda Moritz

Wendy Romo

In honor of Albert D. Shonk (Southern Cal ’54)

Wendy Sandoval

In honor of Thomas V Miller, Jr. (Maryland ’64)

In honor of Grant Carpenter (Northern Arizona ’13) In honor of Nicholas Zuniga (Ball State AI)

Laura Sheehan

Gregory Lockwood (American ’82) In honor of Joseph Fuchs (American ’82)

PENN STATE Kappa John F Caspero III ‘86 James C Hancock ‘53 Col Ronald C Manning ‘69 PITT STATE Beta Epsilon Jared M Bender ‘04 Bryce J Schuetz ‘16 John D Zinn ‘69 PURDUE Delta Triton Rev. Alan E Bower ‘72 Ronald D Doyle ‘71 Daniel R Ogilvie ‘91 Austin Jay Tummers ‘16 PURDUE/CALUMET Beta Hexaton Timothy S Maynard ‘92 QUINNIPIAC COLLEGE Sigma Pentaton David R Pruett ‘72 RADFORD Mu Hexaton Brandon Hudson

RENSSELAER Gamma Tetarton Henry R Hildenbrand ‘74 Adam D Selsley ‘91 John L Templin, Jr. ‘62 Donald L Weber ‘61 Donald P Williams ‘90 RHODE ISLAND Lambda Triton W L Ferrigno ‘59 Steven Schooley ‘86 Donald B Steen ‘53 RIDER Phi Epsilon Dr. Belmont F Haydel Jr. Jack S Moncrief ‘56 Donald E Zaeh ‘66 ROBERT MORRIS Gamma Hexaton Adam DeMarco ‘93 ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Upsilon Tetarton Christien H Asselin ‘87 RUTGERS Nu Tetarton Sean P McRee ‘91

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SHEPHERD COLLEGE Sigma Chi Leo R Fogg ‘59 SOUTH CAROLINA Gamma Triton Griffin Swedberg ‘19 SOUTHERN CAL Omega Deuteron Julian Bonse AI Howard S Burrell ‘60 Brian I Kawahara ‘78 Clark Leonard ‘56 Steven D McMorris ‘61 Howard S Mellin ‘89 Christopher D Murray ‘83 Scott L Mynatt ‘99 Douglas C Potter ‘56 Francis M Reiter Jr. ‘58 John Santoyo ‘99 Willard C Wright ‘54 SOUTHERN ILLINOIS Kappa Tetarton Brett A Champion ‘78 SOUTHWEST MISSOURI STATE Sigma Beta Daniel W Imhof ‘77

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IN MEMORIAM The following individuals made gifts to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation in memory of someone who has passed.

In memory of his father, Ronnie Allred Rodney Allred (Memphis ’90)

Rozalia & John Rozembersky Yang Ruan Melody Ting Carl Vercollone

In memory of Thomas Chaffin (UC/Santa Barbara ’79) Warren Wimmer (UC/Santa Barbara ’79)

In Memory of Gerald Murphy (UMass ’57) Margaret Murphy

In Memory of Robert Dertien (Ferris State ’04) Matt McEwen (Ferris State ’96) Chris Schutz (Ferris State ’96) In Memory of George Milroy (Michigan ’51) Bradford Stone (Michigan ’51)

In Memory of Bobby Travis O’Connor (Mansfield ’14) Linda Mary and Thomas O’Connor

In Memory of Istvan Moritz (RPI ’15) Kovil Arya Rachel Bourgault Antonieta Chase Oscar Crawford Jeffery & Erin Detamore Aida Diloyan Sean Dixon Jane Dulay, Hal & Jonathan Dulay Brandel Family Joseph Greenberg Aaron & Marie Koblin Thomas Lee (RPI ’87) Jennifer Pham Jenny Ramaswamy Nasrin Rohani-Abedian

STANFORD Nu Deuteron Robert M Rouse ‘58

STEVENS Iota John W Bolland ‘70

STETSON Kappa Hexaton Robert N Brosofsky ‘88 Robert J Gibson ‘83 Chris S Hoops ‘02 Mathew Nitz ‘21 Jacob Sapp ‘16 Noah Sloane ‘21 Samuel Swidler ‘21 Benjamin Tucker ‘21 Nick Michael Van Nostrand ‘20

SUSQUEHANNA Delta Hexaton Gregory J Yori ‘88

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In memory of Joseph Silver (Union ’76) Benjamin Dibble (Union ’79) In Memory of Adam Umbrasas (Ferris State ’06) Matt McEwen (Ferris State ’96) Chris Schutz (Ferris State ’96) Shawn Shivnen (Eastern Michigan ’00) In Memory of James Whitfield (Central Missouri ’50) Gene Seevers (Central Missouri ’51) In Memory of Brothers Who Have Passed Gene Fullerton (Washington State ’68)

SWARTHMORE Phi Raymond H Ellis ‘64

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TENNESSEE Xi Deuteron Dr Drury G Bagwell ‘64 M Scott Greene ‘61 David A Livingston ‘66 James E Williams ‘66 TEXAS Theta Triton Floyd A McCreight ‘61 Ronald W Nicholas ‘60

TOWSON Phi Hexaton Mark Abel ‘87 Brian K Brown ‘96 Thomas E Deluca ‘88 Steve C Efantis ‘91 Christian A Fama ‘08 Robert C Holtkamp ‘96 Johnny Moreno ‘95 Michael L O’Leary ‘96 David Rossiello ‘08 Robert D Thomas ‘89 TUFTS Iota Tetarton Kenneth R Dewar ‘61 UC/SANTA BARBARA Kappa Pentaton Kent T Baum ‘76 Gregory J Takata ‘81 Warren R Wimmer ‘79 UNION Beta Brad W Allen ‘94 Paul W Barnard ‘76 Kenneth H Berlack ‘90 Daniel J Berndt ‘86 John H Burk ‘60 David T Civale ‘86 Stephen J Curry ‘92 Jeffrey R Cusmariu ‘92 James L Danziger PhD ‘84 Robert A Danziger ‘89 Benjamin L Dibble ‘79 Robert H Dickson ‘41 Walter V Dixon III ‘93 Robert J Donohue ‘89 Michael L Elstien ‘86 Craig S Gootman PhD ‘89 Kevin S Graulich ‘87 Steven A Gyory ‘76 Joshua W Haines ‘95 Ian A Hammel ‘93 Douglas E Henderson ‘87 Alan M Kriegstein ‘87 Gregory E Laskey ‘91 James J McParland ‘77 Lt. John P Pagiotas ‘87

Scott H Perlman ‘88 Peter A Richardson ‘92 Daniel J Rosenbaum ‘78 John F Rusnica ‘87 Christopher M Sandusky ‘92 Bradley I Spitz ‘87 Robert A Stern ‘87 Gregory T Zambiasi ‘88 VALDOSTA Psi Septaton Matthew David Banks ‘21 VALPARAISO Phi Upsilon Kyle James Crawford ‘16 Christopher J Dietel ‘98 Kim R Sisson ‘76 Tim J Stride ‘09 VILLANOVA Omicron Septaton Timothy D Murphy ‘00 VIRGINIA Psi Paul J Ikeda ‘81 VIRGINIA TECH Epsilon Hexaton Andrew G Erickson ‘87 Andrew W Moncol ‘72 WAGNER Lambda Tetarton Raymond D Hansen Jr ‘63 Robert Kastner ‘68 WASHINGTON Lambda Deuteron James W McClain ‘61 John C Porter ‘80 John P Witham ‘87 WASHINGTON STATE Chi Deuteron Gene F Fullerton ‘68

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WAYNESBURG Psi Tetarton Alfred L Kitch ‘66 WEST VIRGINIA Delta Gary A Kocher ‘74 Michael A Pagliaro ‘60 WISCONSIN Zeta Deuteron William W Gundlach ‘61 WISCONSIN/LACROSSE Sigma Alpha Del Vanderploeg ‘68 WISCONSIN/MILWAUKEE Epsilon Phi Dennis A Berg ‘74 Robert H Elwell ‘94 Matt A Lownik ‘13 John Stockinger ‘78 Wyon F Wiegratz ‘68 WORCESTER Epsilon Deuteron Christian J Banker ‘07 Michael C Carlin ‘02 Herbert W Coulter ‘70 Rob Miles McGuire III ‘17 David Norcott ‘05 Thomas A Raczkowski ‘71 Donald G Smith Jr. ‘68 YOUNGSTOWN STATE Mu Tetarton Robert G Hames Jr ‘82 FRIENDS OF PHI SIGMA KAPPA Marisa Bobay Casey Dwyer Bo Gebbie Kathleen Getman Thomas Hinkley Amy Jessup Nicole Kern Drew Kerwood (IHQ Professional Staff) Gentry McCreary Karen Miller (IHQ Professional Staff) Linda Mary and Thomas O’Connor Leslie Pedigo (IHQ Professional Staff) Jim Pedigo Wendy Romo Wendy Sandoval Mirabella Sheppard Marsha Spears (IHQ Professional Staff) Dawn Tamarkin

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A NEW LOOK & FEEL FOR THE 2021 ZILLGITT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

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he Zillgitt Leadership Institute celebrated 20 years of existence this past year! The Zillgitt Institute focuses on personal development and self-awareness, introduces concepts of citizenship and community, and defines elements of leadership for undergraduate brothers. The Zillgitt Leadership Institute is graciously funded by donor gifts through the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation and was created in honor of Brother Robert M. Zillgitt (Cal State/LA ’60) with the mission of promoting “leadership for life” among undergraduate members.

The 2021 Zillgitt Leadership Institute was held the weekend of September 24-26, 2021, at the Jameson Camp in Indianapolis, Indiana. Sixteen undergraduate brothers from different local chapters participated, with five Phi Sigma Kappa alumni volunteers and two staff members.

Programming focused on leadership topics such as creating a true sense of belonging with others, delegating and leading a team, the importance of vulnerability, and understanding oneself and the power and privilege they have to create change. Participants also had the opportunity to participate in a climbing tower challenge which not only took advantage of the retreat center space, but also instilled confidence that they can accomplish their goals.

Thank you to the Zillgitt Institute facilitators who helped make the weekend possible: •

Brother Jacob Defassio (Valparaiso ‘12)

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Brother Braden Keeter (Auburn ‘17)

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IHQ professional staff member Drew Kerwood

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Brother Ed Kovacs (Bowling Green ‘00)

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Brother Will Mast (Valdosta State ‘15)

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IHQ professional staff member Leslie Pedigo

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Brother Christian Williams (Florida International ‘12)

One participant said of his experience: “Having this opportunity to share experiences with other Phi Sigs and be able to learn from each other is extremely important and something that I believe will help all of our chapters. This past weekend helped me find confidence in myself that I’ve never had before and inspired me to consider even running for President.”

Not just beneficial for students, our facilitators found the program inspiring as well. Brother Mast said “I thoroughly enjoyed being able to give back to a program that I participated in as an undergraduate years ago. I think every single member that attended was able to take a few things away for personal growth and growth for their chapter as well.”

Programs like the Zillgitt Institute rely on generous donors to the Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation. To support future Zillgitt Leadership Institutes or similar programs, consider donating at phisigmakappa.org/give. If you’re an alumnus of the Zillgitt Institute, we want to hear from you too! Let us know where you are and what you’re up to by e-mailing us at communications@phisigmakappa.org. The Grand Chapter thanks the Foundation and all its donors for helping make the Institute possible! To learn more about the Zillgitt Institute, please refer to phisigmakappa.org/undergrads/programs/robert-m-zillgitt-leadership-institute/.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION UPDATE

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ince January 2021, the Fraternity’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee has been hard at work identifying areas of improvement to make a more accessible and inclusive space for all brothers.

With current undergraduate members being a part of Generation Z, the most diverse generation our country has ever seen, Phi Sig must continue to evolve to remain relevant to current college students and maintain our existence. This includes addressing our past and looking forward to bettering our future.

The DEI Committee brought a few constitution and bylaws changes to the Convention body floor at the 68th General Convention in Scottsdale, AZ, both of which passed. One was to make the DEI Committee a standing committee and the other to change the term “colony” to a “provisional chapter.” Just like the term “pledge” or “rush,” colony has a negative connotation and can be triggering for those of Native American heritage. Therefore, the term “provisional chapter” was introduced and adopted into Phi Sigma Kappa terminology; a change that many of our The DEI Committee is committed to continuing the fraternity and sorority peers have already made progress the Fraternity has made and is grateful for or are currently making. the support of the Convention body and brothers everywhere to continue its efforts. For questions Additional recommendations and initiatives the related to the Grand Chapter’s DEI initiatives, please committee is currently working on include the contact DEI Committee Chairman, Grand Council following: Director Darald Stubbs (Stetson ‘88) at daraldstubbs@ gmail.com. ◊ Update the Fraternity history section in the Hills and a Star associate member manual, and the history session given at summer programming events, to include the story of the Bedford Resolution. ◊ Note: The Bedford Resolution was passed at the 34th General Convention and prohibited chapters from offering membership to men of color. However, this was repealed at the 36th General Convention in 1956, allowing chapters to offer membership to anyone they like. In the spring 2021 issue of The Signet and in February 2021 on social media, the Grand Chapter published a repudiation statement regarding the Bedford Resolution. ◊ Host a DEI session at all educational programming events for undergraduate officers and volunteers including Conclave: Officer Academy and summer programming. ◊ Conduct a DEI self-assessment of local chapters, International Headquarters professional staff, advisers, Grand Council, and Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation and PSK Properties boards’ leadership. ◊ Develop a social media calendar with holidays and recognitions for the Grand Chapter’s social media accounts and for local chapters who wish to emulate the same from their local chapter’s accounts. ◊ Collaborate with the Grand Chapter’s Ritual Committee to review the Fraternity’s rituals from a DEI perspective. ◊ Purchase and provide a copy of the World Scripture book to each local chapter and include in the official ritual package, for those to use who do not identify as Christian. ◊ Create a DEI resource page on the Phi Sigma Kappa website for members. ◊ Include a DEI component in the local chapter annual awards process.

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SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS T

he Phi Sigma Kappa Foundation has awarded thousands of dollars for scholarships and fellowships for the 2021-2022 academic year. Recipients are carefully chosen based upon their academic success, commitment to the ideals of Phi Sigma Kappa, and service to their campus, community, and Fraternity.

The Terrill Graduate Fellowship, named in honor of the late benefactor Dean Terrill (Knox College ’29), is available based on scholastic record to graduating seniors and alumni entering graduate school or presently in graduate school.

The Wenderoth Undergraduate Scholarship is named in honor of the late benefactor Ernest Wenderoth (George Washington 1908) and available to sophomores and juniors based on academic criteria.

Terrill Graduate Fellowship Nathan Okey (Ball State ‘15) - $10,000 Nathan Okey graduated from Ball State, where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy. He joined the Epsilon Tau Chapter in 2011 and held the positions of Treasurer and Vice President during his undergraduate career.

Since graduation, Brother Okey has worked as a respiratory therapist at Eskenazi Hospital and has volunteered as medical staff at Happy Hollow Children’s Camp in the summer to provide medical care and education to children with asthma.

Nathan is currently enrolled in Indiana University’s Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program and will graduate in August of 2022. As a PA, he is most interested in pulmonary critical care or cardiothoracic surgery but will keep an open mind as he finishes his clinical year. He and his wife, Abby, currently reside in Indianapolis where they live with their dog, Max. Erik Schoonover (Hope ‘21) - $5,000 Erik Schoonover is a 2021 graduate of Hope College where he was a member of the Tau Septaton Chapter. He graduated suma cum laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Geology. He will be attending Penn State, working toward his Ph.D. in Geology.

Brother Schoonover served Epsilon Tau as Vice President and Inductor during his undergraduate years. He also attended the Shonk Leadership School in 2018.

Erik says that Phi Sigma Kappa has enabled him to pursue his scholarship in the natural sciences, as well as develop leadership skills and cultivate deep, life-long friendships.

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Wenderoth Undergraduate Scholarship Christian Lundy (Hope) – $5,000 Christian Lundy is majoring in geology with a minor in environmental science at Hope College. He hopes to work in the environmental field conducting research on sustainability and natural resource conservation.

Over the summer, Brother Lundy interned with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), studying PFAS, a toxic chemical compound, to understand more about its environmental presence and spreading patterns. He is also a research assistant and helps to conduct research on the storage of carbon in wetlands.

He has served the Tau Septaton Chapter as President, Vice President, and Sentinel. On campus, he is involved in choir, the Geology Club and Hope Advocates for Sustainability.

Owen Dragomani (Kentucky) - $2,500 Owen Dragomani is currently serving the Phi Deuteron Chapter as Vice President. He plans to graduate next spring with a double major in finance and marketing, and a minor in business analytics. He hopes to have a career in financial analysis.

In his role as co-recruitment chair, Brother Dragomani assisted in recruiting 42 associates, who have now become initiated members.

Brother Dragomani recently held a communications internship with Greystar Marketing, designing flyers and graphics for various social media accounts.

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THEY MADE THE CUT

R I E H T E D A M O N H O R W I D S I G R I G S E H PHI T N O E NAM A

ccording to Wikipedia, American football is a team sport played by two teams of 11 players on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end. The offense, the team with possession of the oval-shaped football, attempts to advance down the field by running with the ball or passing it, while the defense, the team without possession of the ball, aims to stop the offense’s advance and to take control of the ball for themselves.

Sounds easy, right? Not so fast! Even a mild observer can find the penalties confusing, and the game frustrating and heart-breaking for fans. Even so, it is reportedly the most popular sport in the United States. Players are celebrities in society. The Super Bowl ranks among the most-watched sporting events in the world.

The game was first played on November 6, 1869, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, featuring Princeton versus Rutgers. It is not an Olympic sport but was demonstrated at the 1932 Summer Olympics.

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Nevertheless, several Phi Sig brothers have made football a big part of their lives. These brothers are featured in the Shonk Archive and Educational Center as part of the display entitled, “They Made the Cut,” which features notable brothers in the field of sports.

Frank Gifford (Southern Cal ‘52)

Frank N. Gifford was a football player, actor and television sports commentator.

After a 12-year career with the New York Giants, he was a play-by-play announcer and commentator for 27 years on ABC’s Monday Night Football.

A halfback, Brother Gifford played his first college season at Bakersfield Junior College and made the Junior College AllAmerican team. He then transferred to Southern Cal, where he rushed for 841 yards on 195 carries during his final season. He was a first-team Frank Gifford, as he appeared on All-American in 1951 and was the cover of Sports Illustrated in 1997 inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1975.

Brother Gifford was drafted by the New York Giants in 1952 as the eleventh pick in the first round. He spent his entire career with the Giants, playing both offense and defense, and his #16 was retired in 2000.

He won the NFL Most Valuable Player Award from United Press International in 1956, the same year he won the NFL Championship. He was named to eight Pro Bowls and participated in five league championship games. His Pro Bowl selections came at three positions – defensive back, running back, and flanker.

Frank Gifford, as he appeared on the cover of the Signet in 1952

During his 12 seasons with the Giants, Brother Gifford averaged 4.3 yards per carry, with 34 rushing touchdowns. He also had 367 receptions with 43 receiving touchdowns. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1977.

During a 1960 game he suffered a severe head injury that led him to retire from football in 1961. However, he returned in 1962, changing positions from running back to flanker. Upon his death, an autopsy revealed that he lived with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, a disease related to repeated head trauma.

After retiring as a player, Brother Gifford was an Emmy Award-winning sportscaster, known for his work on ABC’s Monday Night Football, Wide World of Sports, and the Olympic Games. He was married to television host Kathie Lee Gifford from 1986 until he joined the Chapter Eternal in 2015.

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James G. Franklin (East Stroudsburg ‘95)

James Franklin is a football coach and former player and since 2014 has been the head football coach at Penn State. Prior to his work in Happy Valley, he served as the head football coach at Vanderbilt from 2011 until 2013.

Brother Franklin has also served as the tight ends coach at Washington State and the receivers coach at Idaho State and the University of Maryland, as well as the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. In addition, he was the quarterback coach and offensive coordinator for Kansas State University.

As a player, he played quarterback while at East Stroudsburg. He set seven school records and was a Division II player of the year nominee in 1994. Sports Illustrated named him a National Player of the Week that season.

While at Idaho State, the Bengals scored 29 touchdowns, with 258 receptions, with more than 3,300 passing yards, which helped the school earn a ninth place ranking nationally in offense that year.

At Vanderbilt, Brother Franklin was the first African American to be named head coach of a major sport on that campus and only the third to be a head football coach in the Southeastern Conference. He led the Commodores to a bowl game all three of his seasons as head coach, making him the only coach in history to do so.

During the 2016 season, Penn State defeated Wisconsin to claim the Big Ten title. Brother Franklin was named the Dave McClain Coach of the Year in the Big Ten that year. Brother Franklin’s other awards include the Hayes-Schembechler Coach of the Year, the Sporting News Coach of the Year, and the Woody Hayes Trophy, all in 2016.

Mike Miller (Clarion ‘92)

Michael G. Miller has served in various coaching roles for both college and professional teams. Most notably, he was the wide receivers coach for the Arizona Cardinals in 2007-2008, the passing game coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals in 2009-2010 and the offensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals in 2011-2012. In 2008, his top two receivers, Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin, were both named to the Pro Bowl. He helped the team reach the Super Bowl in 2009.

He has also served as offensive assistant and assistant tight ends coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers, assistant tight ends coach and tight ends coach for the Buffalo Bills, and the quarterbacks and wide receivers coach for the Berlin Thunder, the former NFL Europe team.

Brother James Franklin

In 2013, he served as the offensive coordinator/quarterbacks for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League and most recently, the wide receivers coach for the New York Guardians of the XFL.

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Nate Barragar (Southern Cal ‘30)

Nathan R. Barragar was a collegiate and professional football player for USC and the Green Bay Packers.

Brother Barragar was a an All-American at USC in 1929 and an All-Pro for the Green Bay Packers (19311932, 1934 – 1935). An offensive lineman, he was inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 1979.

The USC Trojans were national champions in 1928, while the Green Bay Packers were NFL champions in 1931.

Brother Barragar also played for the Minneapolis Red Jackets and the Frankford Yellow Jackets in 1930 and 1931. Both were early pro football teams.

Brother Nate Barragar

He began working in films while playing pro football. His credits as a motion picture and television director, production manager, and producer include Gunga Din, Hondo, and Sands of Iwo Jima, and on such television series as The Gene Autry Show, the Roy Rogers Show, Adventures of Superman, Gunsmoke, and Julia.

Rick Minter (Henderson State)

Rick Minter has served in various football coaching roles for both college and professional teams. He has served on college teams such as Louisiana Tech, Arkansas, North Carolina State, New Mexico State, Ball State, Notre Dame, South Carolina, Marshall, Indiana State, and Kentucky.

Brother Minter was the head football coach at the University of Cincinnati from 1994 until 2003, where he took the Bearcats to four bowl games. Cincinnati won the Conference USA championship in 2002. He was also interim head coach for Marshall in the 2009 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl.

While at Notre Dame, he was defensive coordinator and led the Irish to a #2 national ranking. He was the linebackers coach for the Philadelphia Eagles from 2013 until 2016.

William C. Kelly (Montana ‘27)

“Wild Bill” Kelly was a professional football player for early NFL teams, including the New York Yankees, Frankford Yellow Jackets and Brooklyn Dodgers.

In college, Brother Kelly played quarterback at Montana but was most noted for his open field running.

As a sophomore, he had nine touchdown runs of more than 40 yards. He was also a kick returner, and in his final two seasons, ran back five kickoffs, including two of more than 90 yards.

The College Football Hall of Fame inducted him in 1969. According to its website, Brother Kelly stood 5’10”, weighed 180 pounds and played without a helmet! He played in the 1927 East-West Shrine Game and won the game for the West by completing a pass that gained 80 yards. In 1971, he was named as the quarterback for the East-West Shrine Game’s all-time team.

His career was cut short by his untimely death at the age of 26.

Brother William “Wild Bill” Kelly

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BROTHER ERNIE SMITH Ernie Smith (Southern Cal ‘33)

Ernest Smith was a defensive lineman who played for the Green Bay Packers from 1935 to 1939, named to the First Team All Pro in 1936, the Second Team All Pro in 1937, and played in the Pro Bowl in 1939. He was a two-time NFL champion, in 1936 and 1939.

While in college, Brother Smith also performed the kickoff and placekicking roles. He was prominent in Southern Cal’s Rose Bowl triumphs over Tulane as a junior and Pittsburgh as a senior. He also played trombone for the Spirit of Troy!

He was a unanimous All-American in 1932 and a two-time college football national champion, in 1931 and 1932. He has been named to the All-Time USC Football Team. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1970.

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OUR HERITAGE...

THE BIG CHIEF BARRETT GAVEL

By Albert D. Shonk Past Grand President and Historian

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ne of the many items of interest at the Shonk Archive and Educational Center (SAEC) is the Big Chief Barrett Gavel, which was used by the Grand President in presiding over the General Conventions from 1932 until just a few years ago.

Many of the post-convention issues of The Signet pictured the retiring Grand President presenting the gavel to the incoming Grand President. The story on how the Big Chief Barrett Gavel became a Phi Sig tradition is interesting.

Joseph E. Root (UMass 1876) presented the gavel to Grand President Horace R. Barnes (Penn 1911) at the 1932 Convention. Brother Root was the third initiate following the Founders of Phi Sigma Kappa and a boyhood friend of Joseph F. Barrett (UMass 1875). He was destined to be one of the early leaders of Phi Sigma Kappa.

A medical doctor, he served on the Grand Council in the early years of the Fraternity but is better known for his service as Chancellor and member of the Supreme Court (forerunner of the Court of Honor), which shared many important responsibilities with the Grand Council. The members of the Court were elected at each General Convention from among former members of the Council. Brother Root served on the Court for 23 years until his passing. As a mark of his distinction, he was always known as Chancellor Root.

Brother Root was an outdoorsman and a woodcraftsman. He cut a piece of wood from an oak tree, which was growing on the farm in Barre, Massachusetts where Founder Barrett was born. The wood was green. He hung it outdoors so it would twist and turn in the wind. It hung in that way for 18 months, until it was seasoned. He took the wood on a hunting trip in Nova Scotia in the fall of 1931. With a pen knife he fashioned the gavel and block and filled the pores of the wood with grease he carried for his boots. The 1932 Convention at which he presented his work in memory of his old friend the Big Chief, was the last Convention he attended. He joined the Chapter Eternal in December of 1933.

We stopped using the gavel a few Conventions back, as the handle was broken on the way to a Convention. It has been repaired but is probably too fragile for Convention use.

Be sure to see the Big Chief Barrett Gavel when you visit the SAEC. The original Shrine is featured as a re-creation and is also a Root project. Brother Root raised the funds for the Shrine and placed the boulder in the lower portion.

The boulder also came from the birthplace of Brother Barrett.

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MEASURING PHI SIG’S SUCCESS DURING THE PANDEMIC

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hi Sigma Kappa has committed to be a data-driven organization by using information from members and research among all national fraternities and sororities to make decisions that will best serve the Brotherhood. To fulfill this commitment, the Fraternity has partnered with Dyad Strategies, a fraternity and sorority research and assessment firm to conduct the Annual Membership Survey (AMS). This survey, which is distributed each spring semester, allows the Grand Chapter to better understand what undergraduate members are gaining from their Phi Sig experience and the overall strengths and areas of improvement of local chapters. The survey measures a variety of aspects of the undergraduate and chapter experience: Phi Sig values, areas of brotherhood, health and safety, and overall commitment to the Fraternity.

The Fraternity started the Annual Membership Survey in 2019 and now has three years of data to measure change in these values over time. With the Covid-19 pandemic rocking the entire world, this year was especially interesting to see how the pandemic affected current undergraduate members by comparing spring 2020 data to spring 2021. It’s important to note that the spring 2020 survey concluded in early March—right before the major effects of the pandemic took place.

Therefore 2021 data truly shows the affect of the pandemic, as the data was collected almost a year after the pandemic began.

For the spring 2021 AMS, the Fraternity had just under 63% of undergraduates complete the survey—more than the last two years. This is considered a very high completion rate of general survey statistics and is higher than some Fraternity peers who conduct a similar assessment with Dyad. The data showed a few key findings that were exciting to the Grand Chapter. These are quoted directly from the Executive Summary from Dyad Strategies and are shown below.

SURVEY MEASUREMENTS:

PHI SIG VALUES BROTHERHOOD HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITMENT TO FRATERNITY

◊ “Post Covid-19 Trends: Of all the fraternities in our dataset, our data suggests that Phi Sigma Kappa chapters were the most successful in pivoting to fraternity life during the Covid-19 pandemic. Phi Sig saw only minor declines in brotherhood, commitment/affinity/satisfaction, and social status importance.

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◊ Only Fraternity with Increase in Belonging Scores: In spite of a global pandemic that required a number of social restrictions, Phi Sigma Kappa members’ sense of belonging actually increased in the last year. While this growth was not significant, Phi Sig was the only group in our comparison dataset that did not see a decline in sense of belonging over the last year.

The rest of this article will explain some of the measures of the key findings, specifically areas of brotherhood, sense of belonging, and hazing tolerance. Below are definitions of the four areas of brotherhood that the survey measures: ◊ Solidarity is a sense of connection based on a commitment to mutual assistance. While altruistic in theory, this can be problematic if it is the sole focus of the brotherhood, as that suggests brothers are so unified they are unwilling to hold each other accountable for wrongdoing. ◊ Shared social experience is where the Fraternity is seen primarily as a social outlet. Similar to solidarity, chapters should aim to find a balance between this and the other areas of brotherhood.

Fraternities should have fun together, but it shouldn’t be the main purpose of their brotherhood. ◊ Belonging is where members view brothers as family and see the Fraternity as a “home away from home.” Chapters achieve this by creating an environment where chapter members feel as if they can be themselves.

Chapters should aim for this score to be as high as possible. ◊ Accountability is found when brothers are held accountable to group standards and expectations. This can be done through formal processes like Judicial Boards and informal processes through confronting brothers when they did something wrong. Chapters should aim to find a healthy balance between this area of brotherhood and solidarity and shared social experience.

The chart above shows Phi Sigma Kappa’s brotherhood scores over the last three years of data. The ideal scores would showcase a “stair step” with solidarity being the lowest score, shared social being the next highest, belonging being third highest, and accountability being the highest of the four. For 2021, Phi Sig almost obtained that ideal stair step, with belonging and accountability being equal. The decreases in shared social and solidarity from 2020 to 2021 are positive changes, as you want those scores to be lower. The Fraternity was excited to see the slight increases in belonging and accountability, as those were two areas of focus this past year. Overall, the strength of brotherhood at the local chapters was not negatively impacted by the pandemic.

Overall, the Grand Chapter hopes to utilize this information to inform chapter servicing and educational programming at the national level, while also helping local chapters improve the experience they are providing for their members. During their annual and mid-year meetings, the Grand Council discusses the data from the AMS as well as chapter representatives can expect to receive their local chapter’s AMS report at all national events. Additionally, the Fraternity intends to continue communicating to all brothers the results from this annual survey and hope that undergraduate members and alumni both can see the value this information can provide them to continue to push Phi Sig Forward.

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FALL 2021 CHAPTER NEWS

CENTRAL MISSOURI Epsilon Mu Conway, Ark. Brothers of the Epsilon Mu Chapter are enjoying themselves on campus even though many COVID-19 restrictions have been put in place by the university. The chapter currently has nine active brothers and two associates. Despite its small size, the chapter maintains strong brotherly connections. The chapter has held many events this semester and particularly enjoyed the recruitment event where a miniature golf course was set up throughout the house. A cookout was held in conjunction.

CENTRAL MISSOURI Epsilon Iota Warrensburg, Mo. Epsilon Iota Chapter had been struggling during the pandemic until this semester. With only five undergraduate members, the chapter was able to sign seven associates, more than doubling its chapter size. The car bash fundraiser was a huge success on campus, raising money for Special Olympics.

The chapter was also able to erase its debt from previous years. Brothers have taken a huge stride toward the betterment and success of Phi Sigma Kappa on the campus of the University of Central Missouri.

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CLEMSON Upsilon Septaton Clemson, S.C. Phi Sigma Kappa has been thriving at Clemson University during the past few semesters, despite the hardships faced throughout the pandemic.

Upsilon Septaton had in-person recruitment this semester and added 29 associate members to the roster.

Despite being students at a southern school, many of our northern brothers wish to grow the game of lacrosse by planning a philanthropytied lacrosse tournament with campus-wide involvement before the semester ends. Brothers were happy to host the first alumni weekend in recent history in October.

The brothers would like to recognize some of the leaders on campus within its chapter. Brother Kevin Hynes is wrapping up his term as the Director of Finance for the IFC at Clemson and will occupy the title of Vice-President of the newly formed housing corporation. The chapter would also like to thank Chapter Adviser Alex Billman (Clemson ’14) for his hard work and dedication to getting the housing corporation off the ground. One last Damn Proud to Brother Phil “Flo” Florenzo for making the active roster of the Clemson football team!

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GEORGIA SOUTHERN Chi Septaton Statesboro, Ga. The chapter has held many events already during the fall semester.

Brothers began in-person classes once again and have continued their involvement on campus. The chapter plans to hold its annual philanthropy event to support Special Olympics.

After several successful recruitment events, the chapter associated seven new members

GEORGIA TECH Kappa Deuteron Atlanta, Ga. Kappa Deuteron stayed strong through the pandemic and is excited to be returning to normal events and programming this fall! The chapter was pleased to welcome 15 new associate members from its first nonvirtual recruitment in more than a year. This semester brothers have a packed slate of events that includes: hosting Carving for a Cause, the chapter’s largest philanthropy event; competing in homecoming; brotherhood retreat; brotherhood events including Whirlyball, hikes, and bonfires; and hosting tailgates, including the parents’ weekend tailgate on October 2.The chapter is also proud to have won the 2020 Herbert L. Brown Outstanding Chapter Award and the PSK President’s Special Achievement Awards for Associate Education, Risk Management, Membership Experience, and Philanthropy for 2021. Brothers hope to continue their success into the future and are looking forward to a great semester!

IUP Theta Pentaton Indiana, Pa. Members of the Theta Pentaton Chapter are excited to be back on campus this semester. To prepare, the chapter incorporated some new recruitment ideas utilizing the Chapter Builder program and other marketing strategies proposed by members. The chapter has many events planned that still follow the current COVID-19 guidelines.

An alumni picnic was held during Homecoming weekend and provided career networking opportunities for undergraduate brothers. A brotherhood retreat was planned to grow/rekindle relationships and team building. The chapter recently won an award for achieving the third highest GPA on campus. Theta Pentaton has a goal of raising $500 for Special Olympics this semester.

ILLINOIS Alpha Deuteron Champaign, Ill. The Alpha Deuteron Chapter at the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign recently recruited 31 members. The chapter is planning Malibu, its largest philanthropy event, which benefits Special Olympics.

This event will likely take place in the spring. Brotherhood events have continued from last semester, such as mental health chats that occur weekly. The chapter is planning another Family Feud game show night this semester with the associates to strengthen the bonds between its Brotherhood and the new members.

Members of the Theta Pentaton Chapter participated in a community clean-up.

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KENTUCKY Phi Deuteron Lexington, Ky. This semester has been an overall success for the Phi Deuteron Chapter.

Recruitment was done in person and the chapter brought in 37 associates.

It was great to be in person and have the new associates get to know the brothers. The chapter also has its annual philanthropy of Polar Plunge coming up where it partners with the athletes of Special Olympics. Brothers are hoping to break their record from last year, when as a chapter they raised more than $19,000 dollars for Special Olympics. Other events planned for this semester involve a Homecoming event and a Brotherhood Week for alumni to return to Lexington and get a chance to spend some with the brothers.

LIU POST Pi Tetarton Greenvale, N.Y. Pi Tetarton is excited to be back on campus this semester. Since the campus is back to being in person, recruitment and tabling events have all been very successful.

Chapter meetings have had an amazing attendance each week with engaging discussions among brothers. Soon we will be holding a philanthropy event called “Plunge a Phi Sig.” The money raised will be donated to Special Olympics. The chapter is Damn Proud of what it has accomplished so far, and brothers continue to go above and beyond to make sure the Phi Sigma Kappa name is spread with positivity and greatness.

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LEHIGH Nu Bethlehem, Penn.

Nu Chapter just completed a very successful Parents’ Weekend at Lehigh. The chapter has also held a variety of brotherhood events, including several pickup sports.

The chapter has held a variety of recruitment events and brothers have worked to meet as many people as possible. Brothers hold a weekly Monday Night Football brotherhood and recruitment event. The chapter has appointed a philanthropy leader to help organize events.

MASSACHUSETTS Alpha Amherst, Mass.

The semester got off to a great start for Alpha Chapter. Brothers have organized many philanthropy and recruitment events to make the chapter better. The chapter has held multiple recruitment events to interest students around campus.

These include a barbeque, an NFL gameday event with food provided, poker night, open gym, a basketball tournament, and chapter house tours. In addition to recruitment, the chapter organized multiple philanthropy events to raise money.

Events included pizza sales to raise money for Special Olympics. In addition, the money that came from the chapter’s basketball tournament was donated to the Sentencing Project. By the end of the semester brothers will have a Thanksgiving food drive and a Christmas toy drive. It is hoped we these successful events will continue, and the chapter can end the semester the way it started.

NORTHERN ARIZONA Rho Hexaton Flagstaff, Ariz.

The Rho Hexaton Chapter has enjoyed the fact that campus activities are back to in-person events. Many of the brothers served on the Ritual Exemplification team at the 68th General Convention and cherished the time they spent getting to know brothers from across the country. Brothers are looking forward to its philanthropy event, Moonlight Girl, and hope to capitalize on the fact that it is an in-person with the hopes of raising more money than last year.

PITTSBURG STATE Beta Epsilon Pittsburg, Kan. The Beta Epsilon Chapter has remained strong during the pandemic, retaining 25 members with 7 new associates. This boosts the chapter to the fourth largest fraternity among seven total chapters on campus. During the first week of the fall semester the chapter hosted its annual philanthropy, Trampoline-a-Thon, jumping for 72 straight hours on a trampoline, raising more than $1,000 in donations, all benefitting Special Olympics Kansas. The chapter has members in various leadership positions in more than 10 clubs and organizations across campus.

Brothers are also preparing for the upcoming Homecoming festivities where they will be defending their “Hell like Yell” cheer competition title.

Damn Proud!!

Beta Epsilon brothers gather with the sisters of Alpha Sigma Alpha.

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PURDUE Delta Triton West Lafayette, Ind. Delta Triton participated in fall recruitment at Purdue University with great success. Thirty members were associated and joined the Brotherhood, which is now more than 90 brothers strong. The chapter was awarded the James S. Whitfield Chapter of Honor Award at the 68th Grand Convention, an award its brothers are very proud of. The brothers enjoyed Labor Day weekend by hosting a cookout with a Slip-n-Slide. The house is advancing sustainability by participating in a food waste collection program for renewable energy. Delta Triton is continuing to develop brotherhood, scholarship, and character and hopes to continue this trend throughout the year.

Members of the Delta Triton Chapter took home first place in the Paint Swap philanthropy event.

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RIT Upsilon Tetarton Rochester, N.Y. Upsilon Tetarton hit the ground running with recruitment this semester, with extraordinary attendance at each of its six events.

Brothers had a great time getting to know the potential new members throughout the process. The chapter extended bids to 26 men, with 24 of them accepting and becoming associates; an unprecedented number for the chapter. Upsilon Tetarton partnered with Alpha Sigma Alpha to raise money for Special Olympics through its Plunge-ATiger event during the final week of September. It also participated in Mud Tug, hosted by Zeta Tau Alpha and Phi Kappa Psi, which helps raise funds and awareness for the MLD Foundation. Finally, Upsilon Tetarton hosted a barbeque for parents and alumni on October 16, during RIT’s Homecoming weekend.

Members of the Upsilon Tetarton Chapter competed in a mud tug.

RUTGERS Nu Tetarton New Brunswick, N.J. Nu Tetarton participated in a virtual philanthropy event to raise $2,000 for Special Olympics. Brothers worked together to raise money for this great cause by doing tasks for every $100 raised. The chapter won the Fred Schwengel Most Improved Chapter Award and was recognized for its recruitment efforts as well as fundraising for Special Olympics.

Alumni started a tradition of seasonal trips that undergraduates were invited to attend.

STETSON Kappa Hexaton DeLand, Fla..

Kappa Hexaton has been going strong this fall semester! The Executive Board consists of four sophomores, out of the six total positions. We are proud to see our young members to take on large responsibilities which have dramatically matured the chapter and will be of benefit for years to come. Throughout the past few weeks, brothers bonded during the annual river trip, along with numerous beach trips. The chapter is excited for a productive year of growing its brotherhood!

VIRGINIA Psi Charlottesville, Va. This semester the Psi Chapter successfully navigated the transition back to in-person classes and activities. Brothers wrapped up a series of renovations on the chapter house the week classes started, which included a complete restaining of the hardwood floors, installation of new air conditioning units throughout the house, repainting in several important areas including the front porch, and numerous other improvements. Since then, the chapter has also hosted several parties with high turnout, some organized by brothers directly and three of which generated direct revenue for the chapter from other student organizations renting out the chapter’s facilities. Most importantly, the chapter looked forward to expanding its Brotherhood with recruitment, which started at the end of September.

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WASHINGTON ST. Chi Deuteron Pullman, Wash.

The Chi Deuteron Chapter is Damn Proud to announce that brothers have moved into a new chapter house! With support from brothers and alumni, the once empty house is now a place Phi Sigs can call their home. Dean Pope (Washington State ’61) visited with other alumni to share their traditions and experiences of being Phi Sigs and donated a handcrafted sign for members in the chapter to enjoy. Brothers have also been raising money by selling shirts and sweatshirts and their annual pizza sale to donate to Special Olympics. During recruitment, the chapter welcomed 15 potential new members.

WISCONSIN/MILWAUKEE Epsilon Phi Milwaukee, Wisc.

Epsilon Phi has started the year off strong! The chapter is currently on track to have the best semester of fundraising for Special Olympics in history at UW-Milwaukee. Brothers hosted a back-to-school bash and raised $2,200 dollars in one night.

Brothers plan to have two more this semester and would love for other chapters or local alumni to come support those events. The chapter is also making great progress with university relations. It is the ONLY student organization to partner with the UWM welcome week block party. The chapter hosted a dunk tank to raise money for Special Olympics and brought great positive attention to Greek life and Phi Sigma Kappa at UWM. Brothers hosted a golf outing at the end of September to raise even more money for Special Olympics.

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Bruce Andrews (West Virginia ’80) has been presented with the Outstanding Chapter Adviser Award for 2020-2021. Brother Andrews was recognized for his work leading an alumni advisory board to develop a stronger sense of accountability among the undergraduates in the chapter. He helped guide the chapter through a membership review and implement a strong and effective remediation plan. He goes above and beyond in his devotion to the Delta Chapter at West Virginia. Bruce has regular communication with the professional staff at the International Headquarters and has attended every chapter meeting for the past academic year.

ANDREWS RECOGNIZED AS OUTSTANDING CHAPTER ADVISER INTERESTED IN BECOMING A CHAPTER ADVISER? A successful local chapter is one with many alumni providing mentorship and guidance. Since our earliest days, Chapter Advisers have played a crucial role. As the position has developed, especially over the past 18 months of a pandemic, more brothers have stepped up to assist their chapters.

No Longer A “One Man Job” Each of our chapters should have an official Chapter Adviser. But this shouldn’t be the only alumnus involved with the chapter. While the Chapter Adviser role still exists, we are working to build Alumni Advisory Boards that pair alumni or volunteers one-on-one with officers. We work to find alumni and even non-member volunteers with skillsets to make the most impact.

Undoubtedly, the pandemic has taught us that video conferencing is an easy way of connecting to do business. This is true with chapter advising—a volunteer can literally live anywhere, and as long as they can connect with an officer or fellow adviser and support the chapter, they can be involved The Time CommitmentOne of the common concerns we receive from potential advisers is time commitment. Most Chapter Advisers or Alumni Advisory Board members spend one to two hours a week working with chapter officers.

“I want to keep the fraternity and its house going for many years to come,” said Bruce Andrews, adviser of Delta Chapter at West Virginia. “I felt that I had the time, 5-10 hours a month, when I was asked to jump in and help a few years ago. The development of the Alumni Advisory Board that IHQ promoted a year ago has been very helpful. It works!”

How Would I Even Know What To Do? The professional staff at the International Headquarters holds monthly calls to bring advisers up to speed on resources and programs offered to chapters and officers. Regional Advisers are there to mentor and assist local advisers. You’ll have more than enough support!

Opportunities Are Available Below is a list of all the chapters that need Chapter Advisers. There are Alumni Advisory Board positions open at most chapters. If you are interested, please contact Associate Executive Director Kathy Cannady at kathy@phisigmakappa.org: Epsilon Deuteron – Worcester Gamma Triton – South Carolina Mu Hexaton – Radford

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Psi Triton – Hobart Omega Tetarton – Cal State/LA Rho Hexaton – Northern Arizona

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150TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION KICKS OFF WITH ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

In conjunction with Phi Sigma Kappa’s 150th Anniversary, to be celebrated in 2023, the Fraternity has engaged in a partnership with Publishing Concepts.

The Oral History Project will capture unique stories from our alumni members. These stories will then be transcribed and stored to help tell the story of Phi Sigma Kappa for generations to come! These memories will then be compiled in book format for purchase, and available digitally.

In the coming months, you will receive an invitation via mail or email to make an appointment to tell your story. There is no cost to alumni to be included in the Oral History.

Start thinking about the story you’d like to tell and collect any photos you’d like to share.

We want to hear from everyone!

This is the first step toward our 150th Anniversary celebration!

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Phi Sigma Kappa 2925 East 96th Street Indianapolis, IN 46240 CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

It is time for the true strength of our Fraternity to shine and ensure the future of the organization that has reshaped so many lives.

It is time to demonstrate that we are Life Loyal and committed to supporting our undergraduate brothers, and each other, every year.

Life Loyal seeks to establish a culture of lifetime involvement with and in support of Phi Sigma Kappa.

Please make a gift today by using the envelope at the center of this issue!