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As we enter a new millennium, we cannot forget to honor those people and traditions that brought us to where we are. B Y M A R K E . T 1 M M E s alking about "honor" is no easy endeavor. What is honor? + We are the only fratern ity to pay afaculty/staff member

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How can you put such an esteemed term of respect into tangible terms that do it justice?

to be the trained, personal Academic Coach for our undergraduate chapters.

You've heard the word used before in a plethora of ways. Those in the military who leave active duty early for legitimate reasons are released with an "honorable discharge;" a judge in a court of law is referred to as "your honor;" to emphasize a promise or commitment, many people will "give their honor;" biblical usage notes "honor thy father and mother" as one of many guidelines within the pages of scripture; or, when caught in an ethical quandary, some will choose the option that is the "honorable thing to do." Whatever the usage, a strong level of respect is given to someone or something in every case.

All of this and more makes us America's Leading Fraternity.

So perhaps, honor, simply put, is the action of giving respect to someone or something deserving of such recognition. Here at Pi Kappa Phi and the Star & Lamp we'd like to make honorable mention of the people and traditions which have made us what we are today: America's Leading Fraternity.

It is my sincere hope that you will join us in supporting the America's Leading Fraternity Initiative. There is much on the horizon to be excited for and only a mere preview is listed within the pages of this issue. For example, turn to page 30 to learn about the Family Member Program - an exciting way to get your children involved in Pi Kappa Phi starting at birth! It's a lifelong benefit of Pi Kapp brothers who truly want to make the fraternity a family affair. lbrn to page 28 to learn about the alumni volunteer initiative that is successfully underway. Pi Kappa Phi wants to have 2004 alumni brothers involved as volunteers by our centennial in 2004. Find out how the initiative works and how you can get involved. Then go to page 19 to meet our most esteemed volunteers, the newly installed National Council. Finally, turn to page 32 to learn about the silent killer, prostate cancer. The life you can save may be that of a loved one - or even your own!

You've already heard the phrase America's Leading Fraternity at our leadership events, in our publications, on our website, or from the national staff members. It's an ambitious claim that demands justification. However, Pi Kappa Phi can truly make the claim that we are America's Leading Fraternity because we offer more leadingedge educational, service and leadership opportunities than any other national college fraternity:

+ The j ourney of Hope gives men the opportunity to cycle across the U.S. spreading awareness for people with disabilities. Gear Up Florida does the same in The Sunshine State.

+ Five annual leadership schools with leading-edge programming.

+We are the only fraternity to found and sustain our own successful outreach project in Push America - offering leadership development through service.

+We are also the only national college fratern ity to provide corporate-level training featuring Stephen Covey's "7 Habits of Highly Effective People."

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In Orlando, Florida this past summer, the 47th Supreme Chapter approved the "America's Leading Fraternity Initiative," our strategic plan for success in the 21st century. Pi Kappa Phi strives to lead the fraternity world in building better men, building leading chapters, and promoting lifelong brotherhood on every campus where Pi Kappa Phi is represented. See how Pi Kappa Phi intends to accomplish these objectives on pages 22-23 where we've outlined the basics of this ambitious plan.

America's Leading Fraternity, as mandated by the Supreme Chapter, is 100% underway and operational. Pi Kappa Phi will march into the new millennium with a focused plan and the advantage of offering the most leading-edge educational, service and leadership opportunities than anybody else. Join us as we spread this message to universities and communities around the nation.

Enjoy this issue of the Star & Lamp as we honor the successes and traditions of all Pi Kappa Phi's around the world. God bless our Fraternity! .)l

EXPANSION 2K New colony forms at Marquette and Delta makes a comeback.

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ombine character, leadership, academics, sportsmanship and service and you've listed the criteria sought in potential founding fathers. Starting (or re-starting) a chapter is no easy task. It takes the dedication, heart, integrity, blood, sweat and tears of special men to lay the foundation needed to make or continue a long-lasting chapter. This fall, a new and old traditions were created and revived. Leadership Consultants Jeff Pujals, Beta Eta (Florida State), and John Healy, Eta Upsilon (Miami), worked diligently to recruit twenty incredible men at Marquette University in Milwaukee. The Marquette colony marks Pi Kappa Phi's first entrance into the state of Wisconsin.

Director of Expansion Jeff Esola, Gamma Nu (LaGrange), and Director of Communication Ben Roman, Eta Chi (Texas Christian), spent two weeks in Greenville, South Carolina recruiting a colony of nearly fifty men to become re-founding fathers of

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the Delta Chapter at Furman University. With the help of dedicated Delta alumni and the university, Pi Kappa Phi successfully revived the tradition of this historic chapter. The newest Delta associates are committed to honoring the tradition of Pi Kappa Phi's fourth oldest chapter by learning its history and adding on new traditions of their own. ).(.

Go to www.pikapp.org for more information!

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FOCUS America's I.Rading Fraternity heated things up in sunny Florida this summer during the timehonored tradition that is Supreme Chapter.

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Journey of Hope/Gear Up Florida 2000 in-review and the sponsors which made it all possible.

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had been the sight of countless Journey of Hope arrivals- the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. For the past twelve years, cyclists and crew members from various chapters have made their way up Pennsylvania Avenue to the Capitol steps to celebrate the conclusion of their 3,800 mile cross-country (California to Washington, D.C.) trek to raise funds and awareness for people with disabilities.

But this thirteenth year would be different.

As per tradition, the team was welcomed at the Capitol by more than 450 family members, friends, chapter brothers, volunteers and sponsors. The roar of the crowd could be heard for blocks on this busy Saturday afternoon. With sirens blaring, the police escorted them on their final arrival down the blocked off streets. The cyclists rode in perfect unison- two straight lines with crew member Saturn vehicles in front and back.

However, one cyclist was unfortunately not among their midst. In his place was an empty spot in the riding formation and a lone bicycle perched atop the bike rack of the lead Saturn vehicle. Their teanunate and brother, Todd J. Porterfield, Alpha Delta (Washington) , would not be able to share in this joyous, long-awaited moment. Just days before, Brother Porterfield was fatally struck by a vehicle - leaving his fellow team members stunned and filled with questions.

Indeed, this year was very different for the Journey of Hope. Despite the tragedy that seemed to poison the final days of this amazing ride, the spirit of Brother Porterfield and every Pi Alpha- the term used for someone who has participated in the Journey of Hope turned a most dark and unfortunate situation into a celebration of the fraternal spirit and the mission of Push America. The near deafening cheers of support from the hundreds of waiting families and friends, in addition to the many tributes in honor of our fallen brothers, was the closure needed for the seventy remarkable men that are the journey of Hope 2000 team.

Starting At The Very Beginning The accomplishments of these young men began many months before a single mile was ridden . Even prior to the grand departure from San Francisco, California, these men were laboring furiously to prepare for the main event. Back at their hometowns and campuses, accepted Journey of Hope team members trained for the physical test of riding sixty to one hundred miles a day and endured the daily test of fund raising. Raising $4,000 is no easy task, but one required of every journey of Hope member on the team. In addition to balancing school, fraternity, work, athletics, relationships, training and every other possible campus/community activity, these special men

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Members of the joumey of Hope 2000 south team take a moment to visit with local community children a11d share their stories .from tbe road.

must find the time to solicit funds from family, friends, corporations, sororities and other local organizations.

For some team members, fund raising was the most difficult part of participating. For others, it became a passion. Three members of the 2000 team stood out as exceptional fund raisers. Max Cann, Jeremy Schwartz, and Ryan McCarthy, all from Psi Chapter (Cornell), combined to raise $34,337.36 for Push America. This was done through local alumni, corporate sponsors, and other fund raising events. These three men raised nearly ten percent of the total revenue from the journey of Hope team members.

To be selected to this team is an incredible honor itself. Push America selects the "best of the best" of what Pi Kappa Phi has to offer. If you take a look at the composition of the team, you will see past Archons, student senators, valedictorians, honor students, athletes, and community leaders. It takes a special type of individual to participate in this event and accept this enormous challenge. After months of training and fund raising, the team members are ready to make their way to San Francisco for the orientation and kick-off of the Journey of Hope. Team members, volunteers, sponsors, board members, and staff members are all present to take part in this special occasion.

Some seven hours later, the team arrived at their first destination: Napa, California. As with many days on the journey of Hope, the team interacted with local facilities serving people with disabilities. Actually, the team annually participates in handing out trophies to a local softball league for people with disabilities. It is obvious that the team visit is a highlight of the year for some of the softball players, as tears are often shed upon the cyclists' departure.

During the evening of day seven, the team shared their thoughts on the trip. The following morning found the seventy-man tean1 as two teams of thirty-five each- one headed northbound and the other to the south.

With mountain ranges ahead, the north team took a straight eastern route through evada, Utall, Colorado, Nebraska, and Iowa. They then headed north into Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan; and then southeast through Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and ultimately into Washington, D.C. Challenging the south team were many days in the desert heat as they took a southern trek through Nevada before heading east through Arizona, New Mexico, eleven days in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia. They then headed northeast through South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and finally into Washington, D.C. Total mileage for both teams was more than 7,300 miles.

A Journey Of 3.800 Miles Begins With A Single Pedal

Since 1989, the journey of Hope teams have begun their journey at the Golden Gate Bridge. It serves as a fitting landmark to begin the trek, with the Pacific Ocean to the left, San Francisco to the back, and nothing but hills up ahead. It is the perfect beginning to the adventure.

The weather is always cool in the mornings at the Bridge. This past summer would be no exception. Cyclists and crew members alike bundled up and fought the wind chill. Anxiety built as the staff members, sponsors, and parents gave their final farewells and sent the team off. With great energy and pride, the fifty-six cyclists and fourteen crew members made their way across the Golden Gate Bridge for the staJ1 of an amazing journey- one that would change each of their lives forever.

More Than A Bike Ride

The true story of the journey of Hope comes from the visits \vith the people for whom they are riding. Each team member is able to reflect back to a specific event and remember one particular person who touched their lives in a special way. For many members of the north team, that visit took place in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Grand Island was a special visit. Local volunteers Sue Hamilton, Tammy ance, and Andrea Spencer dedicated the team's stop to Jason Tirado, Zeta Epsilon (George Mason) , a cyclist on the 1999 team who passed away last spring in a hiking accident. In honor of Jason, the volunteers planted and dedicated a tree in a "barrierfree" park for children with disabilities. At the dedication, jason's family, team members, and local volunteers talked about the impact

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the Journey of Hope team, and men like Jason, have had in their community and lives.

The impact of the Journey of Hope can be felt clear across the country. Grants from the funds raised go to benefit individuals and groups across the country that serve people with disabilities. These grants can be applied to anything from fishing piers and wheelchair ramps, to educational programs and equipment. Thousands are impacted every year from the money raised by this event.

The Journey Comes To An End So once again we are brought to Washington, D.C. -the culmination of an intense summer for Pi Kappa Phi. The 2000 arrival took place on Saturday, August 12. It could have easily been a day of pain and sorrow for the hundreds of people in attendance. However, the spirit of "leadership through service" and the incomparable accomplishment made by each team member turned a potentially sorrowful situation into a celebration of life and achievement.

Brother Gear Up Florida Porterfield's lifelong either of the Jourfriend, Ben Pascal, Alney of Hope routes pha Delta (Washingreaches the state of ton) , led the team beFlorida - a region hind the police escort highly populated and Saturn support vewith Pi Kappa Phi hicles. The spot next to alumni. So in Ben was reserved for 1997, Gear Up Todd. With Todd's bike Florida was created on the rack of the lead in the spirit of the vehicle, the team was Journey of Hope. A able to reach their goal two week ride from by completing the event Miami to Tallahasas a team. Todd's life see, Gear Up gave the team and all Florida brings those in attendance exFlorida communitra reason to be thankties and alumni toful, proud, and gether in an effort humbled by what the to promote local team had just accomefforts for people plished. with disabilities.

The feeling the team The Gear Up gave the crowd was Florida 2000 team amazing and the supmet many chalport reciprocated by lenges, but overthe crowd was equally came them to make powerful. Riding those this year the best in final blocks to the Capihistory. tol building was a disThis year's Gear play of courage by the Up Florida team team. rode in honor of They rode through Jason Tirado, who some of the most inwas set to become . tense and treacherous the Project Manweather and terrain in ager for the team. the country and overHowever, due to his came equally challengfatal acciden~ Kevin ing and unimaginable Kelly, Beta Xi (Cenemotional adversity. tral Michigan), one Each team member of]ason's teammates for the journey of Hope 1999 team, jumped in grasped onto each minute of the day, as they knew they would deand filled the role. Under his leadership, the Gear Up Florida 2000 part in the morning to return to their daily lives. team surpassed all goals set for the event. The team raised more One of the amazing parts of this project is how it transforms than $41,000, and reached more than 548,000 people through the people. These team members returned to their campuses and commedia and special events. Jason's impact was felt across the state munities this fall and have been working to change society's percepof Florida, and his legacy will live on in the communities served, tion of people with disabilities and fraternities in general. Through and in the hearts of the 2000 team members. their continued work, we can all make the mission of Push America a reality and bring honor to the name of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. .Q

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- - MEMIRIAL FIIDS- - Push America has established two memorial funds to honor and remember the legacies of jason R. Tirado and Todd J. Porterfield, who passed away while serving our Fraternity.

Donations may be sent to: Push America P.O. Box 241368 Charlotte, NC 28224

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record number of twelve corporate sponsors signed on to make Push America's 2000 cycling events a great success through 17 different sponsorships. An estimated 156 million people were exposed to this year's Journey of Hope and Gear Up Florida teams as they traveled more than 8,000 miles raising funds and awareness for people with disabilities. Together the corporate sponsors made cash and in-kind contributions valuing more than $140,000. Their support of this year's treks has helped more revenue raised by the events go into programs and projects that will benefit people with disabilities.

The Journey of Hope had five returning sponsors for the 13th annual Journey of Hope event. At the Champion level, Superior Bank, FSB, and KRG Capital Partners L.L.C. both returned for their third year. Saturn Corporation continued its support for the seventh consecutive year at the Sustaining level by providing the team with support vehicles. Also returning at the Contributing level were Bank of America (4th yr.) and Diversified Electronics (6th year) . New sponsors that have joined the Journey of Hope sponsorfamily are Yakima Bike Racks, ClifBar, and Rocky Mountain Sunscreen, all at the Contributing Sponsorship level.

Returning sponsors of the 4th annual Gear Up Florida event were Saturn Corporation at the Sustaining level and Publix Super Markets Charities at the Contributing level. Both have been with the program since its beginning in 1997. Also returning, at the Sustaining level, Rowland Powertrain (3rd year) , along with Fry Hammond

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We would like to thank our corporate sponsors for being a part of the very successful Journey of Hope and Gear Up Florida trips.

These events would not be possible without their contributions and help along the route across the nation and through the state of Florida. Thank you! .Q

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BY BRAD MUMFORD Since 1998 KRG CAPITAL PARTNERS L.L.C. has been a major supporter of Push America and the Journey of Hope cycling event.

The three partners, Mark King, Bruce Rogers, and Charlie Gwirtsman have been an integral part of the mission of the Journey of Hope.

Along with the sponsorship from KRG Capital they were also instrumental in obtaining a sponsorship from Charlotte, NC based Bank of America for the second straight year.

KRG Capital Partners not only support the team on a national sponsorship level, they are also members of the local volunteer network in Denver, Colorado that help the team make it across the country. This year KRG Capital provided dinner for the north team on its second night in Denver. The partners not only provided dinner for the team, but also sponsored it for the entire group of Special Olympians and guests that attended the second annual "Pedals for Pennies" fundraising event which KRG helps host.

The "Pedals for Pennies" event was held in Denver at Washington Park. The event is a bike riding marathon, where the Special Olympians collect pledges for howlong they would ride around the , . - - - - - - - - - - - - - . park's bike trail. The Journey of Hope team joined the Olympian cyclists in their efforts by riding around with them as they raised money.

Before the event, KRG PARTNERS, L.L.C. L-------.;...._____. made a pledge that it would match the funds raised for the first $1,000. Needless to say the participants worked extra hard to reach that goal and beyond.

Along with the $1 ,000 matching gift for the "Pedals for Pennies" event, KRG Capital also granted $2,500, through a KRG Capital/ Journey of Hope Partnership Grant to the Easter Seals Rocky Mountain Village in Empire, Colorado. The camp is a major supporter of the Journey of Hope team as they make their way over the Rocky Mountains.

KRG Capital's commitment to the mission did not stop in Colorado. As the team traveled onto Washington, D.C., the partners of KRG Capital were just beginning. They started fundraising even more for Push America and the Journey of Hope. On August 12th during the arrival banquet in Washington, D.C., Bruce Rogers pledged to raise $10,000 from a solicitation letter to family, friends, and business associates for the Jason R. Tirado and Todd J. Porterfield Memorial Funds.

We, at Push America, would like to thank the partners of KRG Capital Partners, Mark King, Bruce Rogers, and Charlie Gwirtsman for their continued support. They are truly valued friends of the Journey of Hope and the programs of Push America, and we are very lucky to have them as a part of our family of sponsors. )...( For information on 200 I cycling e\ ents. \is it: WWW. PUSHAMERICA.ORG

Superior Bank, FSB Makes Investment in Journev of Hope

BY BRAD MUMFORD A s a champion sponsor of the Journey of Hope 2000, Superior Bank, FSB has once again gone beyond the sponsorship norm. This was Superior Bank's third consecutive year as a sponsor of the Journey of Hope, and every year it gets more exciting. This year Superior Bank also extended its sponsorship commitment to being a Sustaining Sponsor of the Gear Up Florida cycling event through the state of Florida.

This marked the second year of the exciting Superior Bank, FSB/ Journey of Hope grant program. In 1999, more than $4,500 was granted out to organizations along the route. This year Superior Bank, FSB made grants to four of Push America's allied organizations of $2,000 in Salt Lake City, Chicago, Charlotte and Washington, D.C. They also gave $500 grants to four other organizations along the Journey of Hope route, for a total of $10,000.

Along with Superior Bank's grants, they also sponsored the kick-off celebration at the Golden Gate Bridge and many arrival events in cities that the team passed through to supply the team with refreshments after a long day's ride. Superior Bank's generosity also included surprises for the teams along the route.

The team was treated to gifts such as towels, cycling hats, and a mid-summer care package that was sent to each route. The care package included hats, sandals, candy, snacks, sport magazines, and games.

Over the years, Superior Bank has also been involved in other programs that Push America supports. In 1998, Superior Bank and Push America teamed up to construct wheelchair ramps for low income families in the cities of Chicago, as well as in San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and Rockville, Maryland.

This year's team received a special surprise on the ride into Chicago. The team was joined by the President of Superior Bank, FSB, Neal Halleran , and Pat Connelly, Director of Operations, on the ride into downtown Chicago for their arrival at the Chicago Tribune Plaza.

This year has been a very exciting year for the Journey of Hope and Superior Bank, FSB, and we would like to thank Superior Bank, FSB for all it has done to make Push America, and its programs even that much better. Thank you! )...(

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INVESTING IN FUTURES Looking for a way to help secure the future ofyour chapter? The Chapter Investment Fund is a great way to help set up your chapter for success.

I magine if your chapter could offer a $100 scholarship to every What is a Chapter Investment Fund? incoming associate member with a GPA of 3.0 or higher (essentially Glad you asked. Chapter Investment Funds (CIF's) are a special covering his pre-initiation fee and start-up costs). Or if your chap- type of endowment fund established by the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation ter could offer a $250 scholarship to every associate member who to allow alumni and others to make tax-deductible contributions on achieves a 3.0 GPA or higher. What an incentive to increase the behalf of their chapter. Per IRS regulations, these funds are limited scholarship performance of our associate members! And what a to "exempt" purposes such as scholarships, academic tutors, leadstrong message to send to rushees and their ership development retreats, tuition subsidies parents! for leadership conferences and capital imImagine your chapter house equipped provements to the chapter house. with state-of-the-art computers, printers and There is no mimimum balance needed to internet connections. What a fantastic reopen a CIF account. However, a balance of source to have and sell in rush! $10,000 must be reached before a CIF Now imagine if your chapter could conaccount becomes "active" and funds can be sistently hold annual chapter team-building! disbursed for educational purposes. The goal-setting retreats at high quality locations program allows for disbursements of up to at no expense. Or if your chapter could send 5% of the total fund balance each year, relarge delegations to national and regional gardless of investment performance. Only a conferences like Pi Kapp College, Supreme duly appointed alumnus advisor such as a Chapter and the Mid-Year Leadership ConHousing Corporation President, Treasurer, or ference at little to no cost. What a great way to free up the chapter Chapter Advisor may authorize a disbursement. However, the unbudget for other important fraternity expenses! And what better dergraduate chapter may request disbursements with appropriate way to ensure that as many men as possible are receiving important written documentation of intended use of the money. leadership training in areas like recruitment, member education and alumni relations!

Who manages the CIF's and are there management fees?

With an adequate fund balance, all of these possibilities (and The Chapter Investment Funds are managed by the Pi Kappa Phi Founmore) can be accomplished through your Chapter Investment dation and are currently invested in the Charitable Funds ManageFund. ment department of Wachovia Bank of North Carolina. lnvesment

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performance is constantly monitored by tl1e Foundation's Investment Committee. An annual "management fee" of 1%or $100 (tile greater of the two) is assessed to cover tile related administrative activities associated witil managing a fund.

Why the CIF? The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation has recently placed a high priority on the growth and development of the Chapter Investment Fund program. "It is clearly one of the best ways tilat an alumnus can provide meaningful support to his chapter," stated Kelley A. Bergstrom, Chairman of tile Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Board of Trustees. "This program gives alumni tile opportunity to make a tax deductible gift to the Foundation, while restricting its use to benefit their own chapter. With some focused effort on this innovative program over the next several years, most of our chapters could generate CIF balances of more than $100,000 each."

It's understood that many alumni of our Fraternity would prefer making a financial gift to tileir own chapter before they would consider supporting the national organization. However, for a variety of reasons, these same alumni often hesitate to make these gifts. Ken Kaiser, Director of Development, says, "When I speak with many of our potential alumni donors, I often hear that they would support their chapters financially if they knew that their gift would be used for legitamate and meaningful needs of the chapter and not just a 'quick fix'."

For others, tile only barrier to making a gift directly to their chapter may be tile simple fact that their gift would not be tax-deductible (unless made through the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation or to Push America) .

The Chapter Investment Fund program addresses all of these issues and more. Since tile Foundation takes care of the accounting, gift acknowledgements, disbursements, and end-of-year reports, it's like each chapter has their own private foundation and development office.

Many of our chapter's houses are in dire need of renovation or even replacement. The CIF can provide a needed financial source for captial projects as chapter housing corporations can borrow against these funds. To meet IRS regulations, tile loans must be arm's length and meet current market conditions.

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1 Alpha Xi (Brooklyn Polytechnic)

$306,789

2 Alpha Alpha (Mercer)

$284,810

3 Alpha Epsilon (Florida)

$205,718

4 Alpha Omicron (Iowa State)

$202,821

5 Upsilon (Illinois)

$90,041

6 Omicron (Alabama)

$86,315

7 Iota (Georgia Tech)

$48,061

8 Xi (Roanoke)

$46,374

9 Delta Zeta (Appalachian State)

$37,979

10 Lambda (Georgia)

$34,298

For information on where your chapter's CIF stands, contact Ken Kaiser, Director of Development for the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, at 1·800-929-1906 ext. 117 or kkaiser@pikapp.org.

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Tax-deductible contributions can be made by check (payable to the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation) and clearly marked for the designated Chapter Investment Fund. Contributions may also be made by major credit card or by stock transfer by calling the Foundation office at (800) 929-1906.

For more information on the CIF program, please contact Ken Kaiser, Director of Development for the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation, at (800) 929-1906 ext. 117 or kkaiser@pikapp.org. !J.

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the world's leading vacation spot could handle the arrival of America's Leading Fraternity. This August, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida was the home to the 47th Supreme Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi. Arecord number of alumni, students, spouses and children convened from throughout the country to celebrate the launch of the America's Leading Fraternity initiative and to make decisions that will affect generations of Pi Kappa Phi brothers. For four days, the men of Pi Kappa Phi engaged in formal Supreme Chapter sessions, legislative committee meetings, in-depth educational sessions, and after hours brotherhood events that together combined to solidify the brotherhood that we all know on our own campuses and alumni groups.

The convention kicked off with the golf tournament on Friday as forty Pi Kapps hit the links to challenge for the first bi-annual Pi Kapp Cup. From across town and across the country, brothers began to register on Saturday, the 5th. As over 700 students, alumni and families registered throughout the day, the Foundation, Push America and Properties were already hard at work with their annual board meetings, where they discussed the future of the Greater Organization. An exciting Supreme Chapter session kicked off the official activities of the convention and the 47th Supreme Banquet welcomed all in attendance to the new vision of Pi Kappa Phi: to become America's Leading Fraternity by 2004. At the Supreme Banquet, the best and brightest were recognized, including Mr. Pi Kappa Phi 2000, Hon. James C. Thrk, and the Durward W. Owen Interfraternity Award winner, Nancy Leonard. The evening concluded with the initiation of Brandon Sandefur, Beta Nu (Houston) , a new country recording artist on the Underground Country label.

Sunday, Monday and Thesday were packed full of legislative committee meetings and Supreme Chapter sessions, as the men in attendance discussed the future of Pi Kappa Phi and made decisions that \vill help guarantee the success of our fraternity. Three theme lunches highlighted the week, as we celebrated the great things that Push America, the Foundation and Pi Kappa Phi's Chapters have accomplished this year. At the Thesday chapter awards luncheon, over 50 chapters were recognized for their achievements in 99-00 (see related article on page 16) .

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(Top left) A scenic view of Walt Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, home to the 47th Supreme Chapter; (Above) Past National President] Patrick Figley, Chi (Stetson), with Mickey Mouse; and (below) the attendees of the convention at the Supreme Banquet.

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The entire fraternity was saddened on Monday to learn of the tragic death of Brother Todd Porterfield, Alpha Delta (Washington) as he rode the journey of Hope. National President J. Patrick Figley led everyone in attendance in the Pi Kappa Phi Memorial Service in Todd's honor on Thesday (see related articles on pages 7 and 35).

In a week of highs and lows, Pi Kappa Phi celebrated the many accomplishments and exciting future that our fraternity has earned.

The 47'h Supreme Chapter was a thrilling success, and we look forward to gathering again for the 48th convention in Washington, DC in August 2002!

Building Bener Men

(Above) The University at Buffalo Associate Chapter co-Push America Chairmen john Afascetta and Neil Ognibene receive the coveted Thomas Sayre Award from Gary leonard, past president of the Push America board, and (below) Gary leonard, Alpha Epsi/011 (Florida) , receives recognition and appreciation for his dedication and contributions to Pttsh America as the boardpresident from Bruce Rogers, Chi (Stetson).

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On Sunday, Pi Kappa Phi celebrated the fact that we are America's Leading Fraternity in the area of building better men. Our Fraternity has so many programs and opportunities in the area of individual leadership that the entire day was dedicated to this focus.

Push America hosted the Building Better Men Luncheon which honored our leading-edge philanthropy. With opportunities like the journey of Hope, Gear Up Florida, Give-A-Push Weekends, Push Camps, AccessAbility projects, and much more, it was easy to see how Pi Kappa Phi through Push America builds better men. CoPush America chairmen, John Mascetta and Neil Ognibene, from the associate chapter at the University at Buffalo were ecstatic to receive the Thomas Sayre Award. This coveted honor recognizes the individual (s) who best exemplifies the higest ideals of Push America and is the highest individual honor given by the organization.

The 47th Supreme Chapter debuted a new leadership recogntion for Pi Kappa Phi. lifelong brother Jack M. Casper, Alpha Upsilon (Drexel) , contributed over $100,000 to create a recognition society of seven student leaders who have demonstrated superior lead-

Focus ership and academic perfonnance in the name of Pi Kappa Phi. The inagural seven recipients of The jack M. Casper Leadership Society received all-expense paid trips to the Supreme Chapter and were treated to a full day of leadership traininyself-development at a local leadership training facility. They were also honored with an exclusive invitation to attend the annual Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Trustees and Governors Banquet where they were recognized individually by the chairman of the board. The 2000 jack M. Casper Leadership Society are pictured to the left.

There was also a close race for the Howard H. Baker Student Leadership Award. An initiate of Alpha Sigma (Tennessee) , a member of Pi Kappa Phi's Hall of Fame, and former Chief of Staff for Ronald Reagan, Brother Howard Baker's accomplishments earmark him as one of the Fraternity's outstanding leaders. The award in his name is given to the student who stands out as a superior campus leader. Both Benjamin jenkins from Eta Chi (Texas Christian) and Daniel Dugan from Omicron (Alabama) were finalists for this prestigious award which was given to Brother Dugan.

Individual awards were also given for Archon of the Year Brandon Bascelli from Zeta Zeta (North Florida), Vice Archon of the Year jason Stein from Iota (Georgia Tech) , and Student of the Year Kevin Coyne from Alpha Epsilon (Florida) . See Brother Coyne's feature below.

It was very apparent that Pi Kappa Phi turns excellent men into even better ones. So manycandidates for the individual awards made selection a hard task. However, all in attendance were in awe of the high quality of each award winner. Congratulations to all award recipients!

Promoting lifelong Brotherhood One of the great aspects of Supreme Chapter is that it gives the opportunity for alumni members to partcipate actively in national fraternity events. Every alumnus of Pi Kappa Phi carries one vote on the floor of the Supreme Chapter and can actively participate in debate and legislation.

Hundreds of alumni brought their families to the amazing Disney's Coronado Springs Resort to have family vacations and experience fraternity at the same time. The Pi Kappa Phi Foundation hosted the Promoting Lifelong Brotherhood Luncheon which honored all men who have made Pi Kappa Phi more than just a collegiate commitment.

Members of the u Phi Society, Pi Kappa Phi's special honorary group of lifelong brothers, held their biennial celebration in conjunction with the convention (see page 17).

Among those honored at Supreme Chapter was the Volunteer of the Year Award recipient]. Robert Shin dell from Beta Iota (Toledo).

Brother Shindell was the chapter advisor for Beta Iota, an attendee and facilitator at three of four Mid-Year Leadership Conferences, conductor of two strategic planning retreats for chapters in the midwest, and a volunteer for countless other fraternity events. Currently, Brother Shin dell volunteers for the Pi Kappa Phi in Witchita Falls, Texas.

This 47th convention marked the last time the Area Governor of the Year Award would be given. With the revised volunteer structure put in place, the positon of Area Governor was replaced with (Continued on page 17)

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Building leading Chapters The Star & Lamp is proud to recognize those chapters who received awards at the 47th Supreme Chapter.

Foaanv Award Most outstanding chapter in the nation on a campus with 8 to 17 NIC fraternities. Highest honor for a student chapter.

Public Relatlans Excellence Award Eta Gamma (Colorado)

UlhlhiUSeAWinl Most superior programming for their members.

Zeta Rho (Cal State Fullerton)

Eta Chi (Texas Christian)

Management Award

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Delta Upsilon (Pittsburgh)

Most outstanding chapter in the nation on a campus with 18 or more NIC fraternities . Highest student chapter honor.

CemmunhJ Senlce

Eta Gamma (Colorado)

Most meaningfully contributed to the overall improvement of their community.

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Alpha Gamma (Oklahoma)

Highest percentage of growth from the previous year.

Most outstanding chapter in each assigned area.

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Alpha Tau (Rensselaer) Alpha Rho (West Virginia) Xi (Roanoke) Tau (NC State) 5 Zeta Alpha (Clemson) 6 Lambda (Georgia) 7 Beta Eta (Florida State)

8 Gamma Delta (Memphis) 9 Eta Upsilon (Miami) 10 Alpha Omicron (Iowa State) 11 Eta Chi (Texas Christian) 12 Eta Gamma (Colorado) 13 Beta Theta (Arizona) 14 Alpha Delta (Washington)

Added Value Awards Initiated five or more alumni in the past fall/spring.

Gamma Gamma (Troy State) Zeta Lambda (Cal State Chico) Epsilon Mu (Bradley) Eta Rho (Southwest Texas) Epsilon Tau (St. Joseph's) Eta Chi (Texas Christian)

Area SCholarshiP Awards

Most improvement in chapter operations over the past year.

Highest chapter GPA in each assigned area.

1 Psi (Cornell) 8 Alpha Eta (Samford) 9 Alpha Phi (Illinois IT) 2 Eta Nu (Pennsylvania)

Alpha (Charleston)

3 Rho (Washington & Lee)

Theron Hauser Award

Champion Master ChaPter Awards Chapters that achieve excellence through well-run chapter operations, including: rank in the upper 50% of fraternities on campus in membership and scholarship; meet recruitment goal; and initiate 80 percent of all men pledged.

4 Kappa (North Carolina) 5 SigmaAC(SouthCarolina) 6 Lambda (Georgia) 7 Alpha Epsilon (Florida)

10 Zeta Gamma (N. Dakota) 11 Eta Chi (Texas Christian) 12 EtaGamma(Colorado) 13 Eta Sigma (UCLA) 14 Alpha Delta (Washington)

Most Improved BPI Alpha Phi (Illinois Institute ofTechnology)

Gamma Delta (Memphis) Eta Gamma (Colorado) Eta Epsilon (Maryland)

Parents Club of the Year Delta Chi (Kansas State)

Recruhment Excellence Awards Successful in attaining yearly recruitment growth goal.

Push Cup

Alpha (Charleston) Gamma (UC Berkeley) Iota (Georgia Tech) Beta Upsilon (Vt.rginia) Gamma Delta (Memphis) Delta Omega (Texas A&M) Epsilon Iota (UNCG)

Largest overall annual fundraising for Push America.

Epsilon Psi (Slippery Rock) Zeta Alpha (Clemson) Zeta Lambda (Cal State Chico) Eta Gamma (Colorado) Eta Epsilon (Maryland) Eta Sigma (UCLA) Eta Psi (Central Florida)

Delta Omega (Texas A&M) - $12,020

Alumni Oraanlzldon of the Year North jersey Alumni Association

Executive Award Initiates the most students in the past year.

Eta Gamma (Colorado)- 53 initiates

W.l Edlnlltan Award Highest combined chapter GPA from last calendar year.

EtaNu (Pennsylvania)- 3.23 GPA

Joe Sewell Intramural Excellence Award Alpha Epsilon (Florida)

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Gamma (UC Berkeley)

1 Tom Wilson, Epsilon Tau (StJoseph's)

Howard H. Baker leadershiP Recognition Award

Archon of lhe Year

Outstanding student leader in honor of Brother Baker.

Daniel Dugan, Omicron (Alabama)

Brandon BasceUi, Zeta Zeta (North Florida)

PhilliP M. summers Studem of lhe Year Highest honor for individual student member.

Kevin Coyne, Alpha Epsilon (Florida)

VIce Archon or the Year Jason Stein, Iota (Georgia Tech)

Thomas savre Award John P. Mascetta & Neil Ognibene, Theta Gamma (Buffalo)

Volumeer of lhe Year Robert ShindeU, Beta Iota (Toledo)

Chapter Advisor of lhe Year Joseph Beatty, Gamma Iota (Louisiana State)

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that of Regional Governor and District Counselor (see related article, page 28) . Brother Tom Wilson, Epsilon Tau (St. Joseph's) , was honored with the prestigious title as the governor for area one.

One of the most thankless positions can be that of the Chapter Advisor. For this reason, the Chapter Advisor of the Year Award was created to honor the man who volunteers countless hours of time and support. This year's recipient was Brother Joseph R. Beatty from Gamma Iota (Louisiana State). Under his leadership, the chapter successfully recruited over fifty new members during fall rush .

Not all patrons and supporters of Pi Kappa Phi are brothers. A graduate of Butler University and the former Executive Director of Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Nancy N. Leonard has been a leader in the Greek world since 1977. Not only is she a big fan of Pi Kappa Phi but she is the 2000 recipient of the Durward W. Owen Interfraternity Award. This award honors a person in the greek community that actively promotes the spirit of interfratemalism everywhere they go.

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"Hack" Mixson, 2000 Pi Kappa Phi

Hall ot Fame Inductee Son of Founder Mixson enters into the prestige of the Pi Kappa Phi Hall of Fame for 2000.

Hvas born Marion C. Mixson to Lawrence Harry and Elizabeth Mixson in Charleston, SC on March 20, 1918. After his time with Beta chapter (Presbyterian), "Hack" Mixson entered the family business with Harry and brother Lawrence, Beta (Presbyterian).

Hack went on active duty as a 2nd Lieutenant, Infantry, at the start of World War ll and transferred to the Air Corp where he flew antisubmarine patrol of the north Atlantic and flew over fifty missions as a Squandron Commander.

After the ending of the war, Hack returned to the US where he met and married his wife Mary Delany. Upon his promotion to Colonel in 1955, he went on loan to the CIA where he was involved in all phases of the U-2 Program. His assignments took him to many locations in Europe and Asia until his retirement from the Air Force in 1970. Hack was awarded the highest peacetime honor, "The Distinguished Service Medal."

Upon retirement, Brother Mixson returned to Tampa, Florida and opened a real estate brokerage office which he operated for twenty years. Hack has two sons, Thomas and Clarke, and daughter Mary Elizabeth. ,0.

The Honorable james C. Turk, Xi (Roanoke), receives the honored recognition as a Mr. Pi Kappa Phi for the year 2000 from Past National President J Patrick Figley, Chi (Stetson) , at the 47th Supreme Chapter.

James c. Turk, Mr. Pi Kappa Phi 2000 judge sentenced to a life-term in Pi Kappa Phi infamy - the highest individual honor one can receive.

WHEREAS, the Supreme Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi has established the Mr. Pi Kappa Phi Award as its highest honor.

WHEREAS,James C. Thrk was initiated into Xi Chapter (Roanoke) on February 22, 1948, thus having been a brother for over 50 years, WHEREAS, he has always given unselfishly of his time, leadership, and sound character in numerous capacities and small acts of kindness, WHEREAS, he began leading by example as an undergraduate member being recognized as Pi Kapp Scholar and Student of the Year, WHEREAS, he served Xi as Housing Corporation Secretary, WHEREAS, he has represented Xi and its alumni at nine Supreme Chapters, WHEREAS, he was awarded the Merit Citation by the 43rd Supreme Chapter,

Brother "Hack" Mixson (back row, 2nd from right) pictured above in the 46Ist Bomb Group Crew #24.

WHEREAS, he has given his utmost attention, dedication and effort to the Greater Fraternity by serving as National President, Vice President, and Chancellor, for a total of ten years of meritorious service to the National Council and Fraternity, WHEREAS, he has fulfilled his oath of brotherhood by serving as an example for all members through his dedication to Pi Kappa Phi, BE IT RESOLVED, that the National Council of Pi Kappa Phi does herebydeclare James C. Thrk to be officially designated Mr. Pi Kappa Phi 2000.

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With the official words by Past National President Dr. j Patrick Figley, Chi (Stetson), and a call for a vote, the tzew National Council was 1manimously accepted at the 47th Supreme Chapter. From lefl to right: j Ernest johnson (Treasurer), Harry E. Caldwell, }r. (President) , David G. lane (Vice President), john R. Atzdrews (Historian), james A. Kntcber (Secretary), j jrffry Wahlen (Chancellor) and 111ark R jacobs (Chaplain).

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Harry E. Caldwell, Jr. Omicron (Alabama)

David G. Lane Omega (Purdue)

At the end of his term as ational President, Brother Harry E. Caldwell, Jr. will have served a full decade on the National Council.

Prior to his election to the office of President this past summer, Brother Caldwell served the greater fraternity as ational Vice President, National Treasurer (two consecutive terms) , National Secretary, Area Governor, District Counselor, chairman of the Area Governors' Council, and president of the Birmingham Alumni Association.

Brother Caldwell graduated from the University of Alabama with a bachelor's degree in accounting. In May 1980, he received his master's degree in business administration- with distinction -from Harvard Business School.

For Omicron Chapter, Brother Caldwell served as Treasurer, Historian, Rush Chairman, and Spot1s Chairman.

"Pi Kappa Phi gave me a great 'family' experience while I was in school. The brotherhood that developed between us as we worked (and played!) at being the best fraternity on campus was very meaningful - as was the sense of pride we all felt at doing a good job meeting our goals," Brother Caldwell says about his fraternity expetience.

As the leader of the National Council, Brother Caldwell wants to provide the national support needed for every chapter to become a leading chapter of their respective campus.

Currently, Brother Caldwell works in management and financial consulting in Birmingham where he provides advice to the owners of privately held companies. He and wife Carol (Alpha Delta Pi) , along with daughters Jenna, Phoebe, Laney, and son Caleb reside in Indian Sptings, Alabama.

Brother David G. Lane is an attorney with the Washington, D.C./Baltimore law firm of Venable Baetjer and Howard, L.L.P. Brother Lane is a member of the Council of the Section of Public Contract Law of the American Bar Association. He received his bachelor's degree in aero engineering from Purdue University and holds law degree from the Georgetown University Law Center.

Brother Lane has served the greater fraternity as National Chancellor, Area Governor, Council of Archons, Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. executive board President and Counsel, Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Board of Governors, and chairman of the local organizing committee for the 1989 Supreme Chapter in Washington, D.C. For Omega Chapter, Brother Lane has served as Archon, Song Leader, and co-chairman of the Omega Chapter Fundraising Committee which raised nearly $400,000 to rebuild the chapter's house.

He currently resides in McLean, Virginia with wife Mary Beth.

National Treasurer J. Ernest}ohnson Alpha Iota (Auburn) ]. Ernest Johnson served as National Secretary prior to his election to a second term as National Treasurer. Previous to the ational Council, he served as a National Headquarters' staff member and president of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. Brother Johnson graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor's degree in business administration. Six months after he joined as senior vice president of their western division, Johnson

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National Secretarv James A. Krucher Beta Alpha (lVJIT) Brother James A. Krucher begins his second consecutive term as ational Secretary. Prior to his service as National Secretary, Brother Krucher sat in the National Historian's seat. Brother Krucher is also a former ational Council member-at-large, three-time winner of the Area Governor of the Year Award and a Beta Circle recipient. In addition to his time on numerous national committees, he served as president of the Beta Alpha Chapter Board of Overseers, ran the North Jersey Alumni Association for six years and was a facilitator at numerous Pi Kapp Colleges.

Brother Krucher says this of his Fraternitiy involvement, "Serving on the National Council has allowed me to apply thirty years worth of knowledge obtained as a volunteer and member of our fraternity and allow me to continue making contributions to the greater good of our organization. Joining this organization was one of the best decisions I've ever made."

Brother Krucher graduated from the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. He is currently the director of information technology at Wella Corporation and resides in Clifton, New Jersey.

NaUonal Chancellor J. Jeffry Wahlen Alpha Epsilon (Florida) Brother J. Jeffry Wahlen comes to the office of National Chancellor from the National Chaplain's seat. While an initiate of Alpha Epsilon Chapter, each of Brother Wahlen's three degrees come from Florida State University. He graduated FSU with a bachelor's in accounting (cum laude) , a master's in accounting, and aJuris Doctoratem (high honors).

Prior to his service on the National Council, Brother Wahlen served as chapter advisor and housing corporation president for Beta Eta (Florida State) and as an Area Governor.

After practicing public accounting with Arthur Andersen & Co in Tampa, FL, Brother Wahlen began practicing law with Ausley & McMullen in Tallahassee, FL where he remains.

"Serving on the National Council has given me an opportunity to learn more about our fraternity and to appreciate our many talented volunteers, staff and undergraduates. My undergraduate fraternity experience was enriched with alumni who supported the Beta Eta Chapter and mentored me. My time on the Council is an opportunity for me to give a little back to the fraternity and to help ensure that current undergraduate members receive the alumni support they need to be successful," Brother Wahlen says.

Brother Wahlen currently resides in Tallahassee, Florida, with his wife Kristina (Kappa Alpha Theta) and sons Benjamin and Daniel.

National Chaplain Mark F. Jacobs Delta Psi (UT Arlington)

National Historian John R. Andrews Delta Delta (Truman State) After having served as National Chaplain, Brother John R. Andrews begins his second consecutive term as National Historian. Previously, he served more than seven years as Area Governor; participated on six Pi Kapp College staffs; facilitated at six Supreme Chapters; member on seven Mid-Year Leadership Conference staffs; served as assistant chartering officer for Beta Epsilon (Missouri) ; and conducted several area and career conclaves. As an alumnus of Delta Delta, he also organized and led a housing corporation that built a $500,000, 20-man fraternity house, which earned Housing Corporation of the Year honors. As a student member of Delta Delta, he served as Archon, Treasurer and Secretary.

Brother Andrews graduated from Truman State University with a bachelor's degree in communications. He is currently scout executive and chief executive officer of the Indianhead Council, Boy Scouts of America for Saint Paul, MN and western Wisconsin.

Along with wife Cheri, daughter Tessa Nicole, and son John Alexander, Brother Andrews resides in Lake Elmo, Minnesota.

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Celebrating his first term of service on the ational Council, Brother Mark F. Jacobs comes from the executive board of Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. where he most recently led as president. Brother Jacobs is a former Area Governor who has been honored as a threetime Area Governor of the Year Award winner. He has been a Pi Kapp College speaker and facilitator, chartering officer at numerous charterings including Gamma Iota (Lousiana State) and Beta Xi (Central Michigan) , and is a Delta Psi Housing Board member.

As an undergraduate in Delta Psi, Brother Jacobs served as Archon, Vice Archon and Warden. He was his chapter's first legacy member under his founding father brother, Billy Jacobs.

Regarding his new commitment to the National Council, Brother Jacobs says, "I have received a great deal from Pi Kappa Phi and I am committed to giving back in any way I can. I deeply love this fraternity and will give freely back in any way possible."

Brother Jacobs is the current senior vice president of The Huntington Bank and lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with son Landry Bryant.

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Eta Upsilon (Miami) As per the 47th Supreme Chapter decision, a

student representative, selected from the Council of Archons, will serve a one-year term as an ex-efficio member of the National Council.

Brandon 'fudor, Eta Upsilon (Miami), came to college with no interest in fraternities due to many preconceived notions and negative stereotypes about fraternity life. Brother 'fudor was fortunate enough to have met a group of men at MU ~o shattered every negative opinion and excuse he had to keep hin1 from joining a chapter on campus. Somehow the collegian who started off not wanting to be in a fraternity found himself not only a dedicated member but its president as well.

Brother 'fudor is a senior engineering physics major from Germantown, OH. He is the current Archon of the Eta Upsilon Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi at Miami University in Oxford, OH and has served Eta UpsiTUDOR Ion as Historian and Associate Class President. In addition to being part of the 2000 Journey of Hope south team, Brother 'fudor is a 1999 graduate of the LeaderShape Institute and is an active member of the 2000 LeaderShape steering committee.

"I am vety excited to be a part of the National Council and I was extremely impressed by the members of the Council after our first meeting (in September). The Council's dedication is amazing and I am definitely proud to have them serving our Fraternity. I feel very lucky to have this opportunity to learn so much and do all I can to help Pi Kappa Phi," 'fudor said. "Even after I graduate I will try to do all I can for the Fraternity - whether it be donations or volunteering. After having my experiences as a Oourney of Hope participant) and being on the National Council, I know that I won't be happy unless I am doing something for Pi Kappa Phi. I want to help perpentate our Fraternity for as long as I can and I want to stay involved by giving as much of myself as possible. ,0.

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Delta Omega (Texas A&M) alumnus takes Pi Kappa Phi to new heights.

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B eing in control of a fighter plane that weighs in at 36,710 pounds with the capability to travel up to 1185 miles per hour sounds like a once in a lifetime opportunity for the average person. But, for Abe Bush, Delta Omega (Texas A&M), it is just a typical day at work as a pilot for the United States Navy flying the F/A-18 "Hornet."

Bush says that he has felt the urge to be up among the clouds since he was a young boy. "The desire to fly my whole life has definitely been there ..... growing up and visiting air shows, seeing all the military aircraft and the demonstration teams such as the "Blue Angels" from the Navy only made my desire to be a pilot stronger, especially a Naval Aviator. Flying a $30 million dollar high performance tactical jet off of aircraft carriers all over the world was too much excitement to pass up. " He is currently stationed in California and recently moved to a fleet squadron, the Might Shrikes of VFA-94. The squadron is assigned to the USS CARL VINSON and Brother Bush will be with them for three years. He has been stationed at training bases in Pensacola,

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"I prefer Pensacola," he says. "The beach, the sun, and lots of golf courses. What more could a single guy ask for?"

Bush also flew for a while as a civilian. This experience coupled with his military career has allowed him to hone his skills on a variety of types of planes. He has flown Lear Jet 25's, King-Airs and a number of single engine light civilian aircraft. "In my military career I have flown the T-3 7 '1\veet", T-45 'Goshawk', and presently the F/A-18 'Hornet'. I prefer the Hornet over all others, it is an amazing aircraft."

The most memorable moment of his naval career to date stems from his first time out, trying to land on the aircraft carrier. "I was tlte last aircraft to arrive tltat evening and there had been bad weather back at the base in Jacksonville, so I had to come aboard on my first try or else they were going to send me up to Beaufort, South Carolina or something. Landing on ships is definitely what sets us apart from all the other services. That first landing was the most excited and

most scared I have ever been all at one time."

Bush has seven more years comntitted to the Navy which he thinks will be spent in California. But he says that he is having, " ... the time of mylife. It's not quite like the Top Gun movie, but the people and the job makeitgreat. If I could have it mywayafter mytime is up, I'd love to keep flying jets with the avy in a reserve of an aggressor squadron and have a more family friendly job for the weekdays. But the government is trying to make our lives better, so who knows in seven years from now this might still be the best thing going for me."

Bush credits part of his success in the Navy to his Pi Kappa Phi experience. "Pi Kappa Phi taught me how to be confident in myself, whether I am working alone or with groups. I learned how to motivate and lead what is basically a voluntary group of men ... so I would have to say that my leadership skills were developed during my experience with Pi Kappa Phi." The life lessons Bush learned while an undergraduate member, particularly while serving as Archon, left a lasting impression and molded him into the man he is today. "I not only had an awesome social experience with fraternity life, but I also learned skills that cannot be taught in the classroom. And those skills have lasted way beyond the college book knowledge and are so much more applicable in today's world. I definitely believe that mylife was guided in a more positive and productive manner than had I not joined Pi Kappa Phi." When grounded, Bush likes to spend time skiing, boating, camping, hiking, traveling abroad and working on his hotrod Mustang. !J.

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John Spence Alpha Epsilon (Florida) When talking about someone who has made the most of his time as a member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, you automatically think of john Spence, Alpha Epsilon (Florida).

John was initiated into Pi Kappa Phi in August of 1999 at Pi Kapp College. john graduated from the University of Florida from one of the top-ranked journalism programs in the country. John was named Outstanding Public Relations Student in the southeastern U.S. and was included in the Wbos Who ofAmerican College Graduates.

Abe Bush, Delta Omega (Texas A&M) , pierces the atmosphere in an P/A -18 "Hornet." Bush has flown Lear jet 25's, King-Airs, and a number of single engine light civilian aircraft. hz the realm of military aircraft, Bush has flown the T-37 "Tweet" and the T-45 "Goshawk." He says, "/ prefer the Hornet over all others, it is an amazing aircraft."

john began his professional career with one of the Rockefeller Foundations - The Billfish Foundation. Within three years of his graduation, he became CEO of that prestigious organization. His work with Rockefeller Foundation took him before Congress, onto national television and into the offices of foreign government officials. john now owns his own consulting firm and works internationally with a select group of corporate clients. He also finds time to work with college students on campuses across the country. He is the author of the curriculum being taught to our undergraduate members at life 401 Conclaves. This program focuses on personal success - ideas on how to change the way you live your life and the way you shape your future. John will be presenting this program at eight campuses this spring.

He also shared his thoughts on strategic planning and the process that he uses with many of the Fortune 100 companies that he works with. This process is currently being implemented by many chapters as they begin to create a vision for future success ..Q

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POliTICAl PI KAPP BY-MELANIE-ZACHOW Sustaining and enjoying a career in the political Mecca of Washington, D.C seems an impossible task. Brad Gruehn, Alpha Iota (Auburn) , has succeeded in accomplishing this feat as he has spent the last eight years serving in a variety of political capacities.

Gruehn says that he has always been interested in politics. He began his career in the summer of 1992 when he went to work for the Bush!Quayle campaign in Georgia as a field representative.

When the job ended in November, he went to work for Paul Coverdell who, ''was in a historic run-off for a United States Senate seat from Georgia," says Greuhn.

After his work on Senator Corvedell's transition team, he moved to Washington where he began working at the National Republican Senatorial Committeee (NRSC) which was then chaired by Senator Phil Gramm (R-TX) . While at the NRSC, Gruehn worked in the research and political departments, and eventually worked directly for the Director of Political Services.

Following the 1994 election, when the Republicans took control of the House and Senate, Gruehn went to work for Congressman Saxby Chamliss (R-GA). He began as a legislative correspondent and worked his way up to senior legislative assistant. llis next career move was on the horizon.

Gruehn became interested in the lobbying aspect of politics and went to work for the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), lobbying Congress on behalf of airport directors.

February 2000 brought Gruehn's latest career move as he started a position with the National Association of Realtors (NAR) , where

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Gruehn thinks that he will be associated with government in some manor for the rest of his career. "The interesting thing about working in politics is that it is very fluid and there are many variables that affect a person's value to their organizations, whether you're talking about an Executive Agency, a trade association, or a member of Congress. Some of those variables include what party is in power, their legislative, campaign, and policy expertise, and most importantly who you know. In my current position, I believe that I will either move back into lobbying at some point or try to find a public relations job somewhere down the road."

As an undergraduate at Auburn, Gruehn enjoyed Tiger football and pre-game tailgating with chapter brothers. He credits his Pi Kappa Phi experience with supplying him the interpersonal skills that have helped him succeed professionally. "I've found that the socializing and networking experience that fraternity life introduced me to while in school has helped me a great deal in my professional life." ,0.

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Mark}uscius, Upsilon (Illinois), personifies dedication and hard work. For almost two decades he has been serving in the United States Air Force, making sure that operations run smoothly and seeing to the safety of the men flying the planes that keep us safe.

Currently, Mark is a lieutenant colonel and has been assigned to Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. He works in the safety office for the Air Mobility Command and still gets to fly the C-5. But, he has served in many positions.

Mark's military career started while he was attending the University of illinois when he joined that Air Force ROTC program. He was commissioned right after graduation through the Reserve Officer Training Corps and headed to pilot training at Reese Air Force Base in Texas.

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Over the following eight years, Mark served as a project season officer in Martinsburg, Virginia, a C-130 B aircraft commander, Chief of Standards/Evaluation at Elmendorf AFB in Arkansas, a C-5 AlB aircraft commander at Dover AFB. He also received his C-130 pilot initial qualification, became air refueling qualified and flew in support of Operations Desert Shield and Storm and Provided Comfort. He also received a great recognition in 1987 when he was named 22"d Air Force Company Grade Officer of the Year.

In 1992-1998, Mark served in a variety of commanding posts. He was an AFROTC executive officer and then became director, wing staff /executive officer to the wing commander. The years of 1994 to 1999 were when Mark really began to get involved with the "good stuff." During this time, he became a C-5 flight examiner and flight commander of the 9th airlift squadron. He took a short break in 1995 and became a student at the naval command and staff college.

He resumed his leadership role again a year later and took over as the C-17 force structure programming officer. The year 1997 brought yet another career shift as Mark assumed the role of strategic plans officer for the USTRANSCOM. From 1998-1999, Mark served as the 436 AW chief of safety. He was responsible for flight, ground and weapons mishap prevention programs for over 5000 active duty, reserve and civilian personnel assigned to Dover AFB bringing him to his current position at Scott AFB. Besides being a dedicated military man, Mark is also a husband and he and wife Maggie have two children, joseph, 13, and jacqueline, 12.

When Mark reflects on what role Pi Kappa Phi has played in his life, he says, "My Pi Kappa Phi experience was a good one at the University of Illinois. I still stay in touch and see several of the brothers and have good memories of the two and half years I lived in the house. The fraternity was a good way to make a large university a little more user friendly. The house provided instant friends and some identity. It is also a place to visit after graduation."!...(

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A. Greg ElaRI Beta (Presbyterian)

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BY MELANIE ZACHOW As the senior pastor of a large United Methodist congregation,James Jackson, Beta Tau (Valdosta), epitomizes the Christian principles that were an integral component of the foundation that Pi Kappa Phi was built upon. jackson's primary duties as senior pastor at the Chapelwood United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas are to cast the church's vision, teach and preach, manage the people who manage the staff of nearly two hundred and to basically, "take care of folks. " He says, "Most of the people I deal with are in crisis. I also spend a great deal of time doing conflict management."

As a psychology major at Valdosta, most would think that jackson's current profession would seem only natural. But jackson says, "If someone had asked me to list a hundred potential jobs I might like to have, being a clergy person would not have been on the list."

He first became involved with the church as a volunteer and in 1972 decided to become full-time clergy. Before his entrance into the ministry, he owned and managed his own business. He says, "I am convinced that no one should be a clergy person unless you can't be happy doing anything else."

Jackson has found a lifelong career as a clergyperson. He says, "I will probably retire from the pastorate at age 65. I plan to do ministry of one sort or another until I die." jackson decided to join Pi Kappa Phi at Valdosta because his father and three of his uncles were Pi Kappa Phi members. He says that his favorite Pi Kappa Phi memory is initiation. He also enjoyed his time as Chapter Advisor to Epsilon Omega (Texas Tech) when he lived in Lubbock, Texas.

He and wife Susan are world travelers. Susan was president of Phi Mu at Valdosta and was also Homecoming Queen. They have two sons. Their eldest, Jimmy, is a physician and the youngest,Jared, is an architect. !...(

With more than 35 years experience in meeting planning, marketing, and communication, you might just call Brother A. Gregory Elam, Beta (Presbyterian), an expert in his field. For 10 years at the Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau, Brother Elam was the Vice President for Communications & Meeting Professional in Residence. He now has the honor of being titled Senior Vice President for Communications for the DCVB. Brother Elam's responsibilities include coordinating Bureau offices in seven countries and two U.S. cities, communication over the internet in six languages, and more. In 1987, he was designated International Meeting Planner of the Year and is a frequent industry and college speaker.

Regarding his time with Pi Kappa Phi, Elam says, "As Executive Secretary in the late 1950's and granddad of Pi Kapp College, I view those years as ones of heritage and testing of our core strength ... sort of a preamble for the Durward Owen years that wouldfollow." 1J.

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NOT A SPECTATOR'S SPORT Fraternity is a lifelong experience not meant to be enjoyed on the sidelines.

Get in the game as a volunteer and rediscover the meaning of brotherhood.

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Volunteerism in America is at all-time peak. I am sure that many of you give an enormous amout of time back to various groups and organizations in your local community. It was reported that an estimated 93 million adults, 18 years and older, volunteer. Have you considered giving your time back to an organization that provided so much to you at a critical time in your life?

Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity is an organization that is driven by its dedicated and talented alumni volunteers. Many more alumni are standing on the "sidelines," so to speak, waiting to be asked to volunteer for our beloved organization. As you have read throughout this issue of the Star & Lamp, you have learned that Pi Kappa Phi is on a mission to become America's Leading Fraternity. As part of this initiative, our organization has realized that we must call upon our volunteers to lead this charge and guide our undergraduate chapters to this high plateau. Therefore a goal has been established to have 2004 alumni volunteers by our centennial anniversary in 2004. For the first time in recent history, Pi Kappa Phi has a volunteer structure and specific job descriptions that will allow us to utilize the services of these many volunteers.

There are a number of different reasons for being involved as an alumnus volunteer for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity: • To add to your fraternal experience.

• To gain opportunities by working with other alumni.

• To offer your life experience to those with whom you share the bond of Pi Kappa Phi. • To continue friendships gained in school.

• An interest in learning new skills and partidpating in enjoyable activities.

• To further develop and direct your chapter.

• To help keep your chapter from getting into a desperate situation or help them get out of one.

• To be a role model and a teacher of Ufe. • To repay the Fraternity for what it provided you as an undergraduate member.

(Top) District Counselcr Scott Gasparini, Zeta Alpha (Clemson) , facilitates a recntilment session at the First Volunteer Traini11g Weeke~~d in Charlotte, NC, as Regional Governor David Simas, Gamma Beta (Old Dominion), watches.

(Middle) Brother Gasparini leads a chapter retreat with Regional Governor Dwayne Todd. (Bottom) Regional Governor Michael Allain a11d District Counselor Ruben Tweedy who are both from Beta Omicron (Northwestern State LA) enjoy fellowship at the volutlteer recognition banquet.

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If you answer in the affirmative to any of the statements above, I highly encourage you to look into volunteering for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. On the next page you will find Pi Kappa Phi's new volunteer structure. This will allow you to see how our organization plans to use all volunteers effectively.

The core purpose of this volunteer initiative is to give our chapters more leadership and guidance at the local level. Research has proven that Pi Kappa Phi's best undergraduate chapters are those with active alumni involved at the local level.

If you or someone that you recommend has an interest in volunteering for Pi Kappa Phi, please contact jeremy Galvin, Director of Volunteer Services, at (800) 929-1913 ext. 120 or jgalvin@pikapp. org for more information.

Dozens of brothers have already answered the call, but Pi Kappa Phi needs you to complete the equation. The true meaning of brotherhood never fades and this is your opportunity to take part in an inintiative that is cutting edge in the fraternal world. f.l

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Regloo1 Davld White - Beta Alpha (NJIT)

RetiDD2 W. Keith Sheppard - Alpha Upsilon (Drexel)

Beglo 3 Roy Baker - Epsilon Upsilon (GA College)

Heulon4 Michael Socha - Zeta Epsilon (George Mason)

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Region& David Simas - Gamma Beta (Old Dominion)

Reulonl Chip Felkel - Sigma (South Carolina)

Reulona Davld Hohnadel - Epsilon Upsilon (GA College)

Beglon9 Steve Borowiec - Zeta Zeta (North Florida)

Beulaa10 James Smith - Alpha Eta (Samford)

Reglan11 Alan Duesterhaus - Zeta Epsilon (George Mason)

Beglon12 John Knight - Delta Eta (Morehead State)

Begi8D13 Dwayne Todd - Alpha Eta (Samford)

Be loa14 Travls Julian - Omicron (Alabama)

legi8D15 Chuck Howard - Delta Delta (Truman State)

Beuloa16 Michael Allain - Beta Omicron (NW State LA)

VOLUNTEER VACANCIES Pennsylvania Need District Counselors

Virginia Need District Counselors

North Carolina Need District Counselors and a Regional Govemor

South Carolina Need District Counselors

Florida Need District Counselors

Kentucky Need a District Counselor

Illinois Need a District Counselor

Oregon Need District Counselors

Washington Need a District Counselor

Begion11 Tom Sullivan - Delta Omega (Texas A&M)

Beuioil18 Bret Heidemann - Colorado (Eta Gamma)

Beui8D19 Victor Valencia - Zeta Rho (Cal State Fullerton)

Reulon20 Tracy Maddux - Zeta Theta (Texas)

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(Left) National President Harry E. Caldwell, Jr. with (l tor) jenna, Il, Laney, 8, Phoebe, 9, and Caleb, 5. (Top right) jane and Bill Pinney, Gamma Xi (Georgia Southwestern), with son Scott Pimzey, Alpha Iota (Aubum) in front of the Alpha Iota House. (Bottom right) Andrew Gasparini, son of District Counselor Scott Gasparini, Zeta Alpha (Clemson), aspires to be a Pi Kappa Pbi someday.

FAMilY MEMBER PROGRAM Family is impqrtant to you. So is your fraternity. So why not marry the two?

Now your children can benefit f rom being part of the Pi Kappa Phi f amily.

BY MELANIE ZACHOW I n 1998 at the Supreme Chapter in Chicago, the undergraduate members brought to our attention that there is no easy way to facilitate the introduction of a family member to an undergraduate chapter. Most undergraduate chapters welcome the possibility of a family member becoming a member of their brotherhood, but often these potential candidates are missed because the chapter is not informed of their presence on campus. The students, as part of Supreme Law in 1998, asked us to create a program to help track potential family members.

Soon after the 1998 Supreme Chapter, the National Council and the Pi Kappa Phi Foundation Board of Trustees discussed this is-

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sue. In 1999 a committee of past and current National Officers, past and current Foundation Trustees and general alumni assembled and discussed several different proposals crafted by students and alumni. Thus, the Family Member Program was born.

The goal of the program is to create an environment that allows undergraduate chapters to welcome Pi Kappa Phi family members and to encourage family members to proactively seek membership into our fraternity. In doing that we hope to facilitate the positive interaction of alumni and undergraduate chapters and promote lifelong brotherhood to our alumni and students. We also want to assist the daughters of Pi Kappa Phi alumni by introducing

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them to the national sorority system.

Your family member can be enrolled into the program at anytime during their lifetime. We wish to gather information about your children but no family member will receive any of the benefits unless they are officially registered. As your child becomes older and makes a decision on what university or college they will attend, we will forward the appropriate information to the undergraduate chapter regarding your son as well as forwarding sorority information to your daughter. Through education and alumni advisement, the chapter will make contact with family members and introduce them to Pi Kappa Phi. Chapters 'vill be encouraged to host family days for high school seniors and juniors as well as making their alumni events more family inclusive.

This program is provided as a way to help alumni introduce their sons to undergraduate chapters. In no way does registration in this program automatically guarantee that the family member will be offered a bid to membership in Pi Kappa Phi nor does it guarantee that a family member will choose to join Pi Kappa Phi. We realize that the undergraduate chapter has the right to pick and choose its membership. At the same time they share the responsibility to make certain that a family member is given due consideration and treated with kindness and courtesy. We also realize that alumni share the responsibility to introduce the fraternity to their children and to the undergraduate chapters.).l

SIGNING UP FOR THE PROGRAM IS EASY! ON THE INTERNO:

IN THE MAll:

1. Go to www.pikapp.org 2. Click on "Family Member Sign-Up" 3. Complete the online sign-up form

1. Copy and complete the sign-up form below 2. Mail to: Pi Kappa Phi Family Member Program, P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224

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Father's Name._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ School/Chapter_ _ _ _ _ __ Spouse's Name.__________________ Sorority__________ Mailing Address._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ E-mail Address._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone #_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Child's Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Child's Name._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Child's Name__________________ Child's Name_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

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Questions? Call Melanie Zachow at (BOO) 929-1904 ext. 108 or e-mail at mzachow@pikapp.org

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE What is prostate cancer?

Prostate cancer develops from the cells of the prostate gland. The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut and is located in front of the rectum, behind the base of the penis, and under the bladder.

The prostate gland is only found in men.

Prostate cancer, once developed can spread to other parts of the body, however most prostate cancers grow very slowly.

Am I at risk?

While the causes of prostate cancer are not yet completely understood, researchers have found several risk factors that are associated \vith the disease. Arisk factor is anything that increases a person's chance of developing a disease, however they do not always "cause" the disease. Prostate cancer risk factors include: Age - Diagnosis of prostate cancer increases rapidly after age fifty while more than 80% of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over sixty-five.

Race - Prostate cancer is about twice as common among African-American men as it is among caucasian men. North America and northwestern Europe also report the most cases of prostate cancer.

Family History- Having a father or brother with prostate cancer doubles a man's risk of developing the disease.

Should I be tested?

Prostate cancer is unlike many other cancers because it tends to grow very slowly, thus making testing and early detection questionable. Therefore, it is unclear as to whether or not treatment will help all men with prostate cancer live longer. However, early detection has been associated with the drop in the prostate cancer death rate. The American Cancer Society recommends that men over the age of fifty discuss with their physicians the option of testing for early detection of prostate cancer as well as the potential benefits, side effects, and questions regarding treatment.

Early detection can be determined using two different tests. The Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test (PSA) is a blood test that measures a protein made by the prostate cells. The higher the PSA level, the higher the probability of prostate cancer. The Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) is preformed by a physician skilled in recognizing subtle prostate abnormalities such as nodules or hard areas. The American Cancer Society recommend use of both the DRE and the PSA as preventative measures against prostate cancer.

Can prostate cancer be prevented?

There is still little understanding of what actually causes prostate cancer, thus it is difficult to determine how to prevent it or lower one's risk. Unfortunately many risk factors associated with prostate cancer are beyond a man's control such as age, and heredity. However, a diet low in fat and consisting mostly of vegetables, fruits, and

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE grains may reduce risk and regular physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight may help reduce risk.

A survivor lives to tell Vincent Carocci, Alpha Mu (Penn State), knows that his chapter brother Norm Mawby minimized the seriousness of his condition.

"At first, he didn't think it was such a big deal," Vincent remembers. "He thought getting the cancer removed was going be like getting your appendix removed."

Norm was wrong. And friends like Vincent and others in the medical profession were quick to educate him on the severity of the situation. Their admonitions alone should have been enough to raise his anxiety level. However, he had a much more personal reason to be concerned. His first wife of fifteen years, Eunice, died in 1980 after a brave and excruciating battle against breast and stomach cancer. One would think that this experience alone would have struck fear in Norm's heart for his own condition.

Fortunately, Norm had a strong and supportive ally while working through his ordeal. Her name is Marietta Lamb Mawby, Norm's wife whom he met seven year's after Eunice's passing. With her encouragement and companionship, Norm successfully survived prostate cancer. He was one of the few men to have detected the cancer early enough to remedy it with surgery.

41,000 men this year will not be so lucky. During his recuperation, Norm did a lot of thinking. Specifically, he thought about what

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Stage C

In the early stages (A and B), only a few cells of the prostate cancer are cancerous and are confined to the prostate. There are usually NO SYMPTOMS! In stage B, the tumor has usually grown large enough to be detected by a digital rectal exam (DSE) or a prostate specific antigen blood test (PSA.).

Over time, the cancer slowly takes aver

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more ofthe prostate. In the advanced stages, the cancer spreads to surrounding tissues (C), then to lymph nodes, other organs, and bones (D) .

By this time, possible symptoms can be painful and frequent urination, blood in the urine, skeletal pain, weight loss, and fatigue.

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it was he could do so that others might benefit from his experience.

The answer quickly came to him and soon after materialized in the form of an official resolution at the 46th Supreme Chapter in Chicago, Illinois in 1998. Thus began the Pi Kappa Phi Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign. The next step of the campaign now lies in the hands of every member of the Fraternity.

The topic of prostate cancer is challenging to discuss and even more so once diagnosed. However, should you ask Norm Mawby whether early detection is important and he will give you the following response with conviction, "It's a matter of personal choice.

Early detection made a difference in my case. Others should have the same opportunity to work with their physicians and make the choice that's best for them. Let's all work together to stop this silent killer.",0.

CHAPTER ETERNAL

Chapter Eternal

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Ganuna (UCBerkeley) Harold Arthur Parma Delta (Funnan) Dr. Sidney Walter Martin Iota (Georgia Tech) John Martin King, Jr. Joseph Clement Crocker, Jr. Mames Huff Gordy

Alpha Delta (Washington) William Downie Wood Thomas Pringle Aitchison Todd Joseph Porterfield Alpha Theta (Michigan State) Eldon Curtis Rouse Alpha Xi (Brooklyn Polytechnic) Thomas Joseph Cahill Richard W. Gillespie

Beta Delta (Drake) Donald Ellett Phillips Beta Eta (Florida State) Lowell Clinton Horton Beta Sigma (Northern illinois) Fred Joseph Sklenar Beta Tau (Valdosta State) Dennis Luther Green

Pi (Oglethorpe)

Robert Stanley Booth Sigma (South Carolina) William E. Cullum Upsilon (Illinois) Arthur Robert Moore Chi (Stetson) William Amory Underhill

Alpha Rho (West Virginia) Howard Garrison Martin Alpha Sigma (Tennessee) Randal Alan Wilson

Beta Upsilon (Virgnia) John Elbert Maxwell, Jr. Herbert Carl Millkey, Jr. Beta Chi (East Texas State) Nick Childress

Alpha Tau (Rensselaer) Robert John Fuchs John Wesley Hayward John Van Campen Schen

Ganuna Nu (LaGrange) Stuart Myron Pingel John Love

Omega (Purdue) Frank Salvatore Tamburrino Brandon Lee Mathis Frank Stewart Kimmel Gerald George Ward

Alpha Upsilon (Drexel) Roland Robinson Dewees

Epsilon Psi (Slippery Rock) David Michael Heininger

Alpha Psi (Indiana) Roger Anthony Lakowicz

Zeta Iota (IUP) Tareq Zaman Chowdhury

Alpha Ganuna (Oklahoma) John Richard Crain

Beta Alpha (NJIT) George T. Dib, Sr.

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SPECIAL REMEMBRANCE The Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and Push America staffs would like to specially honor the lives of two fallen brothers. Both were taken from us while honorably representing the Fraternity. Be with God, brothers.

Jason R. 'Urado Zeta Epsilon (George Mason)

ToddJ. Porterfield Alpha Delta (Washington)

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• Gear Up Florida Project Manager • Journey of Hope 1999 cyclist

• Journey of Hope 2000 cyclist • Alpha Delta Chapter leader

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Alpha (Charleston) members celebrate a successful recmitment period.

Alpha College ofCharleston The Alpha Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi is proud to announce the success of the fall2000 rush week. On Saturday, September 9, sixteen yo1111g men signed bids to become the newest associate members of the Alpha Chapter ofAmerica's Leading Fraternity. Although the new associate class was reward enough for the hard work every brother placed into recruitment, it was even more satisfying to realize how far Alpha has come in the past year.

One year and three days prior to fall rush, Alpha only had fifteen active brothers and three associates. These eighteen men made it their goal to re-establish the honor and prestige of the first Pi Kappa Phi chapter. Due to hard work, desire, and love for chapter and fraternity, Alpha is once again at the top of the College of Charleston fraternity system. Without the efforts of all eighteen men and the overwhelming support of Chapter Advisor Sam Stafford, Alpha would not be the sixty-one man chapter it is today.

has the highest fraternity GPA on campus and has members who are involved in all areas of student life. The chapter boasts student government officers, orientation leaders, two varsity athletes, resident assistants, freshman advisors, yearbook staff, and many more campus leaders.

After having mixers with various sororities, raising funds for Push America, and planning social functions, the men of Delta are beginning to realize what they have to offer the chapter and what it can give back to them. Recent success came with winning the Homecoming competition with Delta Delta Delta sorority this fall.

As the university's winter rush approaches, the men are beginning to recruit new associate members who will round out and continue to define the chapter as an active fraternity on campus. Delta has high hopes of re-chartering in late March and continuing its successes long after.

Delta* Furman University After a successful fall expansion, the men ofDeltaAssociate Chapter at Furman have been making their mark on campus. Delta currently

Deltaâ&#x20AC;˘ (Furman) gather early in the morning following a sub-ritual. *Associate Chapter

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Pi Kappa Phi is pleased to announce the re-chartering of Sigma Chap- The Alpha Mu chapter at Penn State University is gearing up for yet ter at USC. Seventy-two men were put through the Ritual of Initiation another successful year. With the momentum of the spring associon Friday, November 10, 2000 by Alpha (Charleston) and Epsilon ate class' 3.7 grade point average and the chapter's fourth place Lambda (USC Spartanburg) under the watch of Chartering Officer ranking (out of 59 fraternities) with a 3.11, the chapter is looking Jerry T. Brewer, Sigma (South Carolina), and Assistant Chartering to uphold their tradition of academic excellence.

Officer]. Patrick Figley, Chi (Stetson). Over 250 new initiates, their Fundraising has also begun for this year's annual Dance parents, initiating teams, and alumni convened at the Adam's Mark MaraTHON in which the chapter is looking to exceed their previous Hotel in downtown Columbia to celebrate the reinstallation of this year's total of nearly a quarter of a million dollars raised for cancer research. They are focused on attaining this goal and with the parthistoric chapter. nership of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority should have no problem exceeding their set goal.

The chapter has also taken over the top spot in size on campus with the addition of eighteen new members this fall bringing them to nearly 100-men strong. With these new associates and the recent installation of a new executive council, Alpha Mu is redefining what The Iota Chapter is as grounded with Georgia Tech tradition as it is it means to be greek at PSU. With their continued dedication to within the history of the national organization. Fall semester brought excellence, Alpha Mu is doing its share to make Pi Kappa Phi about many positive changes for the chapter, ranging from recruitAmerica's Leading Fraternity. ment success to campus involvement with Push America. Prior to the start of the semester, the Iota Leadership Council, comprised of the Executive Officers and Committee Chairs held its first semi-annual strategic planning retreat. The retreat focused on a set plan for the chapter to capture the Dean Dull Trophy, the award given for the best overall fraternity on the Georgia Tech campus. The September 2000 was a busy month for Beta Theta. The chapter trophy is named after an welcomed home three brothers (Brett Erickson, Ryan Leahy and Iotan, Dean Jim Dull. The Chris Tompkins) from the Journey of Hope, saw a very successful chapter is seeking to bring fall rush, increased sorority relations, and strengthened their broththe trophy home to the Iota erhood bonds.

The semester began with a productive recruitment/rush retreat house where it will stand to represent Iota's accomplish- facilitated by two national staff members, which prepared the chapment as Pi Kappa Phi's goal ter for a challenging rush period. Thanks to the hard work of the of America's Leading brothers and the support of the national headquarters, Beta Theta pulled an associate class twenty-one men strong.

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Taking pride in their house, the Uof APi Kapps refurbished many Iota accepted 26 men into its brotherhood as associ- rooms in the house to reflect the memories and pride each member ate members during the fall has in their chapter. From scrapbook photographs to framed Joursemester. Compared to the ney of Hope jerseys, the men of Beta Theta made it their mission to other 30 fraternities on Geor- foster a strong sense of brotherhood for all.

The chapter has scheduled many social events with sororities. gia Tech's campus, Iota had They will continue their tradition of empathy dinners for the ladies the second highest recruitment total. In the coming year, the chapof the UA greek system. Over a formal dinner, all in attendance at ter will graduate most of its senior leadership, so the junior broththe dinner socialize and dine with a predetermined disability. This ers are beginning to take a more active role in the chapter's achieveexperience and others like it help Beta Theta to spread awareness ments. Highlights from the semester include the annual Homecomabout people with disabilities.

(Continued on next page) ing Competition, which the chapter took 4'h place in, and the 2"d annual No Boundaries Week for Push America which coincided with the Georgia Tech's Disabilities and Diversity Week.

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Epsilon Alpha* Elon College The re-founding fathers of Epsilon Alpha (Elon College) are pleased to announce their victory as 2000 homecoming winners this past fall. The win complimented the chapter's Greek Week victory and boosted their excitement for re-chartering in the spring of 2001.

Additional success followed Epsilon Alpha Associate Chapter throughout the semester. The re-founding fathers held a fundraiser entitled "Hug APi Kapp" which raised over $2,000. While some of the funds will go to help with re-chartering costs, the majority of the money will become a donation to Push America. The chapter's website www.elon.edu/pikapp is progressing steadily and is constantly updated with chapter news, photographs, and much more.

Epsilon Alpha is clearly the leading fraternity on Elon's campus.

The chapter also boasts the following honors: Outstanding Community Outreach by an Individual for Brother J.P. Jensen, Outstanding Overall Educational and Scholastic Programming, Outstanding Member Education Program, Outstanding Alumni Relations Program, Outstanding Risk Management Program, Chapter Advisor of the Year for Ken Smith who is also the Academic Coach, Outstanding Philanthropy of the Year, Interfraternity Man of the Year for Brother Mark Torrez.

Eta Epsilon University ofMaryland

The Eta Epsilon Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi is one of the top fraternities at UM, consistently ranking in the top five in membership, recruitment, GPA, athletics, philanthropy, and social functions.

During the fall 2000 semester, Eta Epsilon had the second largest associate class out of twenty-six fraternities on campus. This past summer, the chapter was recognized with a national Recruitment Excellence Award. The chapter also earned a chapter GPA significantly higher than the university's all-men average.

Eta Epsilon is dedicated to being ~own as an important and helpful member of the campus community. The chapter participated in The Epsilon Tau Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi became the most deco- recycling drives and alcohol management seminars among other rated fraternity on campus at the annual SJU Greek Awards Banquet. events. Each semester, they hold a week long "Scaffold Sit" where an The brothers took home six out of a possible twenty-one awards. Eta Epsilon brother is on a scaffold outside the UM library every Included in these chapter honors were: Outstanding Public Rela- hour for a week straight. The chapter also sent Brothers Matt Payne tions, Outstanding Philanthropic Support, and Most Improved Chap- and Scott Masino on the Journey of Hope this past summer. All of ter. Individual honors were awarded to Brother Domenic Mingacci these achievements culminated with Eta Epsilon winning a Chamfor Fraternity President of the Year and 2000 Greek Man of the Year; pion Master Chapter Award at the 47th Supreme Chapter in Orlando, and Reverend Albert Jenemann, S.J. was awarded Chapter Advisor FL. of the Year. Follo,ving the success of the banquet, the chapter went on to win Greek Week with the ladies of Sigma Sigma Sigma.

The chapter has also held a successful service event entitled "Pushstock," five days of awareness-raising for people with disabilities and Push America. The week of awareness events culiminated with a Push Olympics on campus with children from the local Eas- The brothers of Eta Tau Chapter have enjoyed great success this seter Seals group. Epsilon Tau's fundraising efforts helped them to mester. As reigning Dean's Cup recipients (overall best fraternity on raise over $3,000 for Push America and earn the Outreach Award campus) , the chapter held their most successful rush ever. and Innovator's Award locally. Nationally, the chapter captured five As always, Push America has been a focal point of the chapter.

Push America awards for their efforts.

They were able to raise over $1,600 through their annual Quarter's Race and Brother Auction. Also, the Gridiron Challenge was more successful than ever. The competition was fierce and the end zone dances amusing as all of UK's fraternities and sororities enjoyed the festivities.

At the Supreme Chapter, Eta Tau earned the Red Rose and Bronze The Zeta Phi Chapter at Colorado State has had a successful and Star for Push America fundraising. They also had three brothers decorated year thus far. The CSU Pi Kapps participated in No Bound- participate in Push America cycling events. The chapter looks foraries Week for Push America. This is a time where Pi Kappa Phi ward to further success in the spring semester as they strive to bechapters across the nation hold service events during the same week. come the leading fraternity on UK's campus.

For this year, Zeta Phi volunteered at a local senior citizen center, did work at a local high school, and helped to distribute books for the "Sons of the library" of Fort Collins.

The chapter also enjoys a new fraternity house thanks to cooperation with Pi Kappa Phi Properties, Inc. The house is located at 1300 Baystone Drive.

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Texas Christian University

Since chartering in 1996, Eta Upsilon Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi has been working hard to make a difference in the greek system on a campus dubbed "the mother of fraternities. " The brothers have built a continuously growing active chapter which now stands at sixty-one members.

They have expanded on campus by establishing an additional property for use as chapter housing. Also, they have won university philanthropy awards on numerous occasions for raising money and awareness for people with disabilities in the name of Push America.

Most importantly though is that Eta Upsilon has established itself as the leading fraternity on Miami 's campus. At last count, Pi Kapps were on the executive boards of thirty-five different campus organizations. Eta Upsilon is proud to be made up of the most respected and well-connected leaders at Miami. In just four years, Eta Upsilon has gone from an experiment to a leading force that draws attention away from other chapters more than twice its size.

Tllis summer, Eta Chi Chapter sent five brothers to the 47th Supreme Chapter in Orlando, FL. During the conference, two brothers were honored for their commitment to Pi Kappa Phi and their acheivements within Eta Chi. Brother Kenny Oubre became part of the inagural Jack M. Casper Leadership Society and Brother BenjanlinJenkins was first runner-up for the coveted Howard H. Baker Student Leadership Award. However, the greatest moment for Eta Chi was winning the highest honor a student chapter can earn, the Fogarty Award which recognizes the best chapter in the nation. The Eta Chi delegation left Supreme Chapter feeling proud of the chapter's accomplishments and energized for a successful fall semester.

Back at TCU, Eta Chi raised the bar to a higher level of excellence as it undertook its fourth year on campus. The TCU Pi Kapps successfully recruited twenty-five new associates bringing their chapter total to ninety-five men. With another year of social activities, community service, Push America events, and brotherhood opportunities, the men of Eta Chi continue to excel in character development, leadership, academics, sportsmanship and service.

The men of Eta Upsilotl (Miami) pose in front oftheirhouseat Ill East Spring Street in Oxford, OH.

The delegation from Eta Chi (Texas Christian), l to r, Kevin Dunleavy, Ben jenkins, Collin Sparks, Kenny Oubre, and Adam Ryan proudly display tbe Fogarty Award. The award, given at tbe 47tb Supreme Chapter in Orlando this past summer, recognizes the best overall chapter in the twtiml on a campus with eigbt to eleven NICfraternities.

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THE ORDER OF OMEGA The Order of Omega is a fraternity honorary society whose purpose is to recognize men and women who have attained a high standard of leadership in interfraternity activities and scholarship. The Star & Lamp is pleased to recognize the 1999-2000 initiates of Pi Kappa Phi's nationwide who have been inducted into this prestigious society. Congratulations!

Beta lambda (Tampa) james Moriarty Adam Wetzel

Lambda {f.eorgia) Jeff Bogar Omicron (Alalr.una) Patrick Bussey David Richardson

Delta Epsilon AC Oacksonville State) Matthew T. Remillard Delta Zeta (Appalachian State) David Jones joseph elson

Beta Xi {Central Michigan) Brian Battani Beta Omicron (N'western State IA) Brock Oakes Kyle Thomas

Tau {NC State) Matthew Baker Alpha Gamma (Oklahonta) Brian Clowers Alpha Epsilon (Florida) Daniel Winters Alpha Eta (S:unford) David Hodges Alpha Sigma (Tennessee) Todd Daniel Stephen Hargraves jackson Lowery Alpha Tau (Rensselaer) Matthew Lampo

Delta Alpha (Virginia Tech) Aaron jones David Mangano Coe Sherrard Matthew Wright

Delta Rho (Southern California) Geoffrey Chandler jon Dudkkowski Brandon Hill Alex Smith

Gamma Gamnta (Troy State) Craig Michael Dowden Ernst Edward Holler Jr. David C. Muon Bradley Richard Nelson Gamma 11teta (UNC Wilmington) Brian Shackleford fl".urmta Iota (Louisiana State) Thomas Nally

Alpha Psi ( Indiruta) Vabe Ayvazian j ames R. Cohee Brian Edward johnson Kyle Clayton Longest Bet:t Eta (Florida State) john Dalton Hill

Delta Eta (Morehead State) Sean Ball Kyle Hopkins Gay Salyers

Gamnta Kappa (Georgia Southern) P. justin Barnette jason Seth Blocker Earl E. Cashon Lynn W. Fine Philip Thompson

Zeta Alpha (Clemson) Adam Michael Hermansen Christopher Daniel Longley Zeta Rho (Cal State Fullerton) Juan Gonzalez Zeta Chi (Albright) Daniel Wrona Eta Gamma (Colorado) jason Rini Claudio Roumainochoa Eta Delta (Kemtesaw State) Walter H. Bailey Jr. Brian Barnett

Delta Chi {Kansas State) Brian Zamzow

Eta Epsilon (lltaryllllld) Jeremy Worf

Delta Psi (Uf Arlington) jason Williams

Eta Pi {Coastal Carolina) Brian Behrens Michael Slattery

Epsilon Alpha AC (Elon College) Marco Lehmer Edward new Bryan M. Stempka

Eta Upsilon (Mi:uni) Brian Andrew Miazga

Epsilon Upsilon (Georgia College) Scott Biscan James Noble

Eta Chi (Texas Christian) Ben Jenkins Kenneth Oubre Peter Radovich Sean Scoll

Epsilon Phi {UAB) Zachary L. Cloud Jeffery Scott Colburn

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LEADERSHIP CONSULTANTS "HIT THE ROAD" & NEW DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION JOINS STAFF BY STEPHEN E . WHITBY

F IVE PI KAPPA PHI MEN have accepted the challenge to help buildAmerica's Leading Fraternity by our centennial in 2004 as Leadership Consultants (LC's) . After three months of intense training, the 2000-2001 LC's were unleashed on the road. Their destination: 140 collective chapters and colonies. Their mission: To serve as the frontline educators and advisors to Pi Kappa Phi chapters in helping them become and remain the leading chapters on their respective campuses.

Anchored by two second-year LC's, this year's staff was assembled after a careful selection process, which included written applications, personal interviews, leadership analysis and in-office work projects. Only the best Pi Kappa Phi's can become LC's. These men rose to the top based on their character, chapter experience, leadership skills and quality of their work ethic.

All five Leadership Consultants are available to guide and assist Pi Kappa Phi chapters and alumni advisors. For information on the Leadership Consultant program visit www.pikapp.org.

Kevin J. Ohaver

Jenrev Puials

SeniorWadership Consultant Ottrega (Purdue)

SeniorWadership Consultant Beta Eta (Florida State)

Kevin graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Business Management. For Omega Chapter, he served as Archon, Vice Archon and Warden.

Kevin also sat on the IFC's Executive Selection Committee. This is Kevin's second year as a Leadership Consultant.

Jeff graduated from Florida State University with a BA in International Affairs . For Beta Eta Chapter, Jeff served as Archon, Vice Archon, Secretary and Social Chairman. For FSU, he was an orientation leader and first runner-up for Homecoming King. This is Jeff's second year as an LC.

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John T. Healv

WadershipConsultant Zeta Phi (Colorado State)

Leadership Consultant Eta Upsilon (Miami)

Mark graduated from Colorado State with a B.S. in Pyschology. For Zeta Phi Chapter, he served as Vice Archon, Journey Chairman , and Sergeant at Arms for the standards board. He was also active on IFC as President and Vice President. Mark is a Howard Baker Leadership Award recipient and CSU Greek Man of the Year.

John graduated from Miami University (Ohio) with a BS in Education. For Eta Upsilon Chapter, he served as Vice Archon. On campus, he was IFC Vice President of Membership Devlopment and Director of Logistics for the Greek Leadership Conference. During the spring of '99, John participated in Semester at Sea, a study-abroad program.

Jared Hopkins Leadership Consultant TbetaAlpha (Southern Mississippi)

Jared graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a BA in Television Production. He is a founding father of Theta Alpha Chapter where he served as founding Archon and a member of the standards board. Jared is a national Archon of the Year, IFC President of the Year and a Journey of Hope cyclist.

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Pi Kappa Phi National Job Postings DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS The Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity is immediately seeking to hire a Director of Alumni Relations to be located at the national headquarters in Charlotte, NC. RESPONSffilllTIES: - Implementing, managing, and maintaining a comprehensive alumni relations program which promotes and provides meaningful communication.

- Coordinates interaction with alumni members of Pi Kappa Phi. - Coordinates and oversees the benefit programs for lifelong alumni and their families.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, three references, and salary requirements to: Mark E. Timmes, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, P.O. Box 240526, Charlotte, NC 28224. For a full job description or should you have questions, contact Mark E. Timmes at 704-504-0888 x 102 or mtimmes@pikapp.org.

LEADERSHIP CONSULTANTS The Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity is seeking to hire Leadership Consultants for the 2001-2002 school year. These men travel the country and serve the Fraternity as highly-trained professional advisors, consultants, facilitators, mentors, educators, and guides.

Leadership Consultants must have strong written and verbal communication skills and be willing to learn new techniques of leadership and education. The position requires the ability to adapt quickly to new surroundings and situations and the ability to creatively solve problems. He must be able to lead teams, establish rapport quickly, and maintain his credibility and integrity.

Executive Council experience is not a must, but some sort of campus/chapter leadership must be proven. Extensive travel and amazing experiences are inclusive with this position.

Applications are available on www.pikapp.org or you can request more information from Assistant Executive Director, Steve Whitby, at 1-800-929-1904 x 140 or swhitby@pikapp.org.

INTERNSHIPS The Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity is seeking to hire full-time interns for the spring 2001 semester and beyond at the national headquarters in Charlotte, NC. Internships for the following departments are available: COLLEGIATE SERVICES MARKETING & COMMUNICATION WEB/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY All internship positions are paid and lodging is free. Each intern will work closely with their respective department on various projects. Amazing experience and insight into the Fraternity are benefits of these positions as each intern plays an instrumental role in making Pi Kappa Phi America~ Leading Fraternity. Travel and event planning are possible. College credit can also be arranged.

For more information on Collegiate Services internships, contact Jeremy Galvin at 1-800-929-1904 x 120 or jgalvin@pikapp.org. For more information on Marketing & Communication internships, contact Kevin Nicoletti at 1-800-929-1904 x 134 or knicoletti@pikapp.org. Or for more information on Web/IT internships, contact Todd Sibley at 1-800-929-1904 x 119 or tsibley@pikapp.org.

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Omicron (Alabama) 11~Sa~loosa Alpha Eta (Samford) Birmingham

Omeg:1 (Purdue) West iAfil)'elle Alpha Psi (I ndiana) Bloomington Zeta Psi (IUPUI) Indianapolis

Alpha Iota (Aubum)Aubum Gamma Alpha (West Alabama) littingslon Gamma Gamma {Troy State) Troy Gamma Phi (Soulh Alabama) ftlobik

Epsilon Phi {UAB) Birmingham •Delta Epsilon AC Oacksonville State) jacksonville

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Delta Chi (Kansas State) Manhattan • Kansas AC lAwrence

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Delta Eta (Morehead State) Morebead Eta Tau (Kentuck)') Lexington

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Alpha Sigma (Tennessee) Kno:rvii/JJ Gamma Delta (Memphis) Memphis Epsilon Sigma (Christian Brothers) Memphis

•Mu AC (Duke) Durlxm1 Tau (North Carolina State) Raleigh Beta Phi (East Carolina) Greenville Gamma Epsilon (Western Carolina) Cullowbee Gamma Theta ( UNC Wilmington) Wilmington Delta Zeta {Appalachian State) &Jone

Delta Lambda (UNC Charlotte) Cbarlolle ' Epsilon Alpha AC (Eion College) Elon College Epsilon Iota (UNC Greensboro) Gmmsboro Epsilon Rho (Lenolr-Rhyne) Hickory Zeta Tau (Barton) Wilson Eta Zeta (Queens) Charlotte Eta Mu {Wingate) Wingate

North Dallota Zeta Gamma (North Dakota) Gram/ Forks

Beta Omicron (Northwestern St.) Natcbitoches Gamma Iota (Louisiana State) &ton Rouge

Ohio

Marvland

Delta Sigma {Bowling Green) Bowling Gree11 Eta Upsilon (Miami of Ohio) Oxford

Eta Epsilon (Maryland) College Park Eta Phi (UMBC) Ballimore

Michigan Alpha Theta (Michigan State) Eastllmsi11g Alpha Kappa (Michigan) Ami Arbor Beta Xi (Central Michigan) Mount Pleasant

Bela Iota (Toledo) Toledo

Oklahoma Alpha Gamma (Oklahoma) Norman

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Missouri

Alpha Mu (Pennsyh•ania State) Slate College Alpha Upsilon ( Drexel) Philadelphia

Gamma Lambda (Missouri Rolla) llolla Delta Delta {Truman State) Kirksville

Epsilo n Tau (Saintjoseph's) Pbiladelpbia

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Epsilon Psi (Slippery Roc k) Slippery Rock Zeta Delta {Shippensburg) Shippensburg

Lambda (Georgia) Athens

Delta Beta (North Georgia) Dahlonega Epsilon Kappa (Southern Polytechnic) Marielttl Epsilon Ups ilon (Georgia College) Milledgeville Eta Della (Kennesaw State) Keunesaw TI1eta Beta (West Georgia) Carrollton

Illinois Upsilon (Illinois) Champaign Alpha Phi (Illinois Tech) Cbicago Epsilon Mu (Bradle)') Peorill

Beta Alpha (I';) IT) Newa'k Epsilon Theta (Seton Hall) South Orange Zeta Kappa (Stockton State) Pomona

New Mexico Eta Omega (New Mexico State) los Cmces

NewYoJt Psi (Cornell) Ithaca Alpha Tau (Rensselaer Polytechnic) Troy Zeta Omicron (SUNY Cortland) Cortland Eta Kappa (Plattsburgh State) Plattsburgh

E!a Lambda (SUNY Brockport) Brockparl Eta Xi (SUNY Albany) Allxm;• Theta Gamma (Ruffalo) Buffalo •saint John's AC Queens

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Theta Alpha (Southern Mississippi) llalliesburg

Alpha Alpha (Mercer) hfaam Beta Kappa (Georgia State) Atlanta Beta Tau (Valdosta State) J'aldnsta Gamma Kapty.t (Georgia Southen1) Statesboro Gamma Nu (LaGrange) LaGrange Gamma Xi (Georgia Southwestern State) Americus

Xi (Roanoke) Salem Rho ('U'ashington & Lee) Leringtm1 Beta Upsilon (Virginia) Cbarlollesville Delta Alpha (Virginia Tech) Bk1cksburg Delta Tau Oames Madison) Ham'sonburg Epsilon Gamma (Longwood) Fannvil/e Epsilon Epsilon (UV Wise) Wise Epsilon Pi (Virginia Conunonwealth) Richmond Zeta Epsilon (Gt!orge Mason) Faitfa:r Zeta Xi (A,·erett) Danville Eta Iota (Christopher Newport) Newport News

Alpha Zeta (Oregon State) Corvallis Alpha Omega (Oregon) Eugene

Beta Lambda (Tampa) Tampa

Iota (Georgia Tech) Atlanta

Virginia

AJpha Delta (Washington) Seattle

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•Beta Nu AC (Houston) Houston Delta Psi (UT Arlington) Arlington Delta Omega (Texas A&AI) College Station Epsilon Omega (Texas Tech) lubbock Eta Rho (Southwest TelW State) San Marcos Eta Chi (Texas Christian) Fort Wortb

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Chi (Stetson) Deland Alpha Epsilon (Florida) Gainesville Beta Beta (Florida Southern) Lakekmd Beta Eta (Florida State) Tallahassee Zeta Zeta (North Florida) jacksonville Eta Psi (Cenlral Florida) Orlando • Florida International AC Miami

Texas

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Alpha Rho {West Virgnia) Morgantown Gamma Zeta (West Virginia Tech) Montgomery Zeta Pi (Marshall) Huntington Eta Alpha (Concord) AtbetJS

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Zeta Nu (West Chester) lf'l!st Chester Zeta Upsilon (Hioomsburg) Bloomsburg Zeta Chi (Albrighl) Reading Eta Nu (Pennsylvania) Philadelphia

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For more infonnation on any of these chapters, please visit www.pikapp otWchapters and open the respecti,·e chapter's website.

Alpha (College ol Char lesion) Charleston Beta (Presbyterian) Clinton • Delta AC (Funnan) Greenville Sigma (South Carolina) Columbia Zeta (\\'offord) SJXlrlanburg Gamma Rho {Lander) Greenul()(}{/

For specific chapter addresses and contact infom1alion, call the NationaJ lleadquarters al 704-504·0888 or pik.-lnphq @pikapp.org.

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