Psi Upsilon Garnet Report, May 2026 by Psi Upsilon Fraternity

The GarneT

Report

What does being a Psi U Mean to You?

Read the answer to this question and several others from three Brothers: James King, Nicolas “Nico” Courbage, and Sebastian Ruder-Sanchez (pictured middle, bottom).

A LOOK BACK

Remembering William R. Robie Epsilon Omega ’66 (Northwestern)

From Chapter President to Psi Upsilon Leader to Chief Immigration Judge, brother Robie had a huge impact on Psi Upsilon and society.

4 A NEW PSI U TRADITION

Psi Upsilon “Hill Day” Networking & Informational Session

The Psi Upsilon Foundation will unite brothers young and old from the DC area at this new networking event on June 26th.

THE PERFECT PINT

Brothers Share Laughs and Memories at the Alumni Event

Psi Upsilon brothers in NYC have gathered to network and share fellowship at the Perfect Pint East for a decade or more as of 2026!

CONGRATULATIONS to our ’26-’27 Scholarship Recipients

THANK YOU! We recognize brother Cushing Donelan, Gamma ’05 (Amherst College) & Donelan Family Wines for their generous support of “Reflections: A Journal of Psi Upsilon History”, of the Speaker Series, and of the programs of Psi Upsilon. DONELANWINES.COM 2

EMERGING VOICES Psi U

JAMES KING

Phi Delta, ’97 (Mary Washington) Director, U.S. Navy F-35C Program, Lockheed Martin Government Affairs

WHAT DOES BEING A PSI U MEAN TO YOU TODAY?

KING Being a part of the founding team for the Phi Delta chapter gave me lifelong friendships and, through Psi U, a network far bigger than our small school. None of us imagined it would still be thriving 30 years later as part of an international fraternity with a much longer, richer history. I’m proud to have helped start something that keeps giving new brothers that same bond.

NICOLAS “NICO” COURBAGE

Pi ’26 (Syracuse)

Founder & CEO, PapeX Inc.

COURBAGE It means finding a group of people that are and will continue to be my best friends for life. For those I haven’t met yet, they will be people I support in the future to give back so everyone can live their experiences without regrets.

SEBASTIAN RUDER-SANCHEZ

Omega ’15 (University of Chicago) Vice President, Neuberger Berman

RUDER-SANCHEZ Being part of an institution that prides itself in upholding high standards as individuals and professionals.

“In an evolving world it is important to support institutions that have a deep history and instill timeless values among members.” - Sebastian Ruder-Sanchez

WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO GIVE IN SUPPORT OF PSI UPSILON?

KING I give to Psi U because I want others to experience what I was lucky enough to have: lifelong friends, great times, leadership opportunities, and those unteachable skills you can only get from being in a fraternity. Those experiences helped launch my naval aviation career and shape my life today. I’m grateful for it all and support the fraternity so new brothers can have the same.

COURBAGE It really feels like a family, and I say that not because of the brothers I lived with but rather the ones from previous generations talking to me as if I’ve been their friend their whole lives. Since I live my life that way, finding an organization with the same values means the world to me.

HOW DO YOU STAY CONNECTED TO BROTHERS?

KING Staying connected has evolved with everyone’s phase of life. In the end, it always comes down to a few great brothers — Jon Carter, Sean Collins, Ross Sparacino, and now Jim Platner to name a few — who take the initiative to stay in touch and bring everyone together.

COURBAGE Texts, phone calls, social media, LinkedIn.

“Together we thrive, alone we suffer, let’s make sure we pick the right path.” - Nicolas Courbage

DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PSI U PROGRAM?

KING Leadership Training (like the undergraduate Archon’s Academy and the Social Impact Fellowship to name a few).

COURBAGE The Gilrane Economic Symposium and related events and the FishFund Venture Summit and related events.

RUDER-SANCHEZ My college years were shaped by my time at the Omega Chapter where I forged great friendships and learned valuable life lessons. I want to make sure that Psi Upsilon is around for years to come so that the next generation can share that experience.

RUDER-SANCHEZ Many of the Omegas that I went to school with are some of my closest friends. These days we keep in touch by planning vacations together, playing a round of golf, grabbing a meal, and lately going to weddings.

RUDER-SANCHEZ Gilrane Economic Symposium and related events.

“Supporting Psi U is important to me because it ensures the next generation of brothers gets the same or better opportunities, friendships, and experiences that we were fortunate to have.” - James King

From Chapter President to Chief Immigration Judge: REMEMBERING WILLIAM R. ROBIE Epsilon Omega ’66

(Northwestern)

By Madison Turkette, Delta Omicron ’19 (Purdue)

In recognition of his unselfish commitment to bettering his community, our Fraternity, the United States, and the foreign-born, Brother Bill Robie, Epsilon Omega ’66 (Northwestern), was awarded the Distinguished Alumnus Award in 1992 (now the David A.B. Brown, ΕΦ ’66 Distinguished Alumnus Award).

After being initiated by the Epsilon Omega chapter in 1963, Brother Robie served as Secretary, Steward and President of the undergraduate chapter. He was a recipient of the Outstanding Junior Award as well as a scholarship from The Psi Upsilon Foundation. Upon graduation, he remained dedicated to Psi Upsilon, serving as General Chairman of the 1969 Psi Upsilon Convention, a member of the Epsilon Omega Chapter Corporation and Chairman of the Building Fund Campaign. Brother Robie continued as a member of the Executive Council (since 1969) and Secretary (since 1979) until he was elected as the 17th President in Winter of 1985. Despite remaining remarkably active in Psi Upsilon for over 22 years, Brother Robie simultaneously pursued a distinguished professional career. He graduated in 1969 from the Northwestern University School of Law as a Dean’s List student and, in 1978, joined the U.S. Department of Justice as the Director of the Office of Attorney Personnel Management. He continued his impact in the legal field, sharpening his management expertise, which led to a leadership role assisting an agency within the Department of Justice.

CHIEF IMMIGRATION JUDGE

The Honorable William R Robie was appointed as the Chief Immigration Judge in January 1983, the same year the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) was created, which made immigration judges independent of the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Chief Judge Robie tasked his transition team with reviewing the caseload, staffing, equipment, and facilities of the inherited national hearing program. The program included 50 immigration judges, 25 hearing locations, and minimal full-time support staff. Review of the program revealed several issues: an insufficient number of language interpreters, almost non-existent transcription services for case record files, and non-standardized case file records that impeded case transfers to different venues. After review, Chief Judge Robie set a course to implement the recommendations by standardizing operating procedures across all locations, creating a manual case tracking system and a national automated system, and obtaining additional support staff.

This implementation happened over seven years with the creation of new policies, procedures, and systems. Chief Judge Robie championed these revisions to immigration laws and national policies. His efforts, which continued until his death in October 1992, had a profound influence on the procedures and rationale behind these actions. Now,

the primary mission of the Executive Office for Immigration Review is to adjudicate immigration cases by fairly, expeditiously, and uniformly interpreting and administering the nation’s immigration laws.

A BROAD IMPACT IN THE LEGAL COMMUNITY

Alongside his work as Chief Immigration Judge, Brother Robie also served as Chairman for two ABA Standing Committees: Legal Assistance for Military Personnel (LAMP) and the Lawyers’ Responsibility for Client Protection 2. The still active LAMP “fosters the continued growth of military legal assistance programs, promotes the delivery of legal services to military personnel and their family members, and works with other organizations to enhance the scope, quality, and delivery of free or affordable legal services to eligible clients.” 3. The Standing Committee on Client Protection is now known as the Standing Committee on Public Protection in the Provision of Legal Services, which ”works to develop and strengthen client protection mechanisms, including programs to reimburse financial losses caused by lawyer misappropriation of client funds through the establishment of lawyer’s funds for client protection.” Brother Robie also served as the 62nd President of the Federal Bar Association (FBA) from 1989-1990. The FBA is “dedicated to advancement of the science of jurisprudence and to promoting the welfare, interests, education, and professional development of all attorneys involved in federal law.” 4.

Charles Hall ESQ, Nu Alpha ‘71 (Washington & Lee) Gamma Tau ‘90h adds, “When Brother Robie died in October of 1992, he left a bequest of $50,000.00 (bout $119,000.00 today) to the Fraternity (not the Foundation) and that money was used in the renovation of the former International Office Headquarters. Mark Williams and I agreed that the money was used in part for the build out and furnishing of the conference room.”

In 1993, the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc (NFPA®) honored the memory of Brother Robie by establishing the William R. Robie Leadership Award for his dedication to the expansion of legal services and equal justice for all Americans, and his commitment to the paralegal profession. Brother Robie’s life was a testament to selfless service, encompassing his fraternity, his profession, and his nation, leaving an indelible mark of leadership and devotion. His legacy continues to inspire those who strive for excellence, brotherhood, and justice.

1: https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_assistance_military_personnel/

Sources

2. https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.americanbar.org/groups/legal_assistance_military_personnel/&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1770644435831326&usg=AOvVaw1O8KIaGMEUJdAeQ1fnC2fX

3. https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/committees_commissions/standingcommitteeonclientprotection/&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1770644435831803&usg=AOvVaw2UpBxOFNIT9ezdBE1b0PFl

4. https://www.fedbar.org/about-us/

INAUGURAL HILL DAY NETWORKING EVENT • WASHINGTON, DC • FRIDAY, JUNE 26

DC

Hill Day: A New Psi U Tradition

At the suggestion of local alumni, the Psi Upsilon Foundation is hosting its inaugural “Hill Day” in Washington, DC, on June 26 — and we need your help to make this exciting new project a success.

The event is designed to introduce brothers who have become staples of the DC, political and social scene to each other, and to afford them the opportunity to share their experiences and advice with brothers who are interns and newcomers to the city. It will be held at the Rayburn House Office Building, with refreshments underwritten by sponsors.

If you live or work in Washington, DC, or surrounding areas or know any brothers who do, or are interning or newly moved to DC, please contact Sr. Director of Engagement, Jonathan Chaffin.

The goal is to help new arrivals establish themselves, thrive, and get connected. This exclusive opportunity is curated as a fun and relaxing evening — significant others are encouraged to join. Open bar wine and beer, soft drinks, charcuterie and cheese board.

The Foundation thanks Congressman Henry Calvin Johnson Jr., representative for Georgia’s 4th congressional district, whose office is assisting our gathering.

DATE & TIME

Friday, June 26, 2026

5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION

Rayburn House Office Building 45 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC

SCHEDULE

5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Cocktail hour

5:45 - 6:30 p.m. Active programming 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Networking & fellowship

HOSTS

Jim F. Brandell

Epsilon Nu ’90 (Michigan State University)

James T. King

Phi Delta ’97 (University of Mary Washington)

Christian A. Klein, Esq.

Phi Beta ’92 (College of William & Mary)

Christopher Koomey

Omega ’88 (University of Chicago)

James E. Platner

Phi Delta ’10 (University of Mary Washington)

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING FOR HOSTING

5+ TIMES!

The Psi Upsilon Foundation thanks these brothers for sponsoring and providing our brothers with this important networking and fellowship opportunity at least five times:

Christopher P. Fuller, Zeta ’89 (Dartmouth)

Jorge L. Gonzalez, Delta ’90 (NYU)

Patrick Gilrane, Psi ’83 (Hamilton)

Alexander Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh)

John R. Wiencek, Delta ’88 (NYU)

BROTHERS AT PERFECT PINT EVENT SHARE LAUGHS AND MEMORIES

The 2026 Perfect Pint Happy Hour & Networking Event April 23 at The Perfect Pint East in New York City was a big hit thanks to volunteers from the Delta Chapter (New York University) and multiple hosts. The event marked the return to the Perfect Pint East for the first time since at least 2016.

Thank you to hosts Marty Diamond, Eta ’10 (Lehigh), Joe Garace, Delta ’79 (NYU), Jorge L. Gonzalez, Delta ’90 (NYU), Paul Kaser, Eta ’04 (Lehigh), Ernesto Mejer, Tau ’71 (Pennsylvania), Gregory Mueller, Eta ’87 (Lehigh), Jeffrey Neubauer, Delta ’78 (NYU), Alexander Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh), Nick Tessitore, Eta ’11 (Lehigh), and John R. Wiencek, Delta ’88 (NYU).

This year, the Psi Upsilon Foundation presented special items of appreciation to hosts who have sponsored the event for five years or more; handsome engraved pint glasses. Psi Upsilon Foundation President and Chair Alex Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh), gave brief remarks. The occasion was a fun, high-energy way to welcome spring. We hope to continue building this event until we take over the entire top two floors of The Perfect Pint. Plan to join your brothers in spring of 2027! Special thanks to our planning committee of volunteers.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ’26-’27 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

“I’m proud of the ways that this fraternity has always been different, and set standards of what it means to be a Psi U, what it means to be in this organization.

Congratulations to the 28 brothers from 13 chapters who received scholarships for the 2026-’27 Academic Year from The Psi Upsilon Foundation, including seven graduate awards!

The scholarship recipients were announced April 22 during an online award announcement and celebration hosted by Psi Upsilon Foundation Chair and President Alex Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh), with special guest Steven A. Susi, Beta Alpha ’93 (Miami University), who introduced keynote speaker Dr. Kyle Hogarth, MD, Beta Alpha ’94 (Miami University). Brother Hogarth congratulated the recipients and offered comments on how Psi Upsilon has positively affected his life.

“No matter what you’re studying, that’s not the point. It’s both the age and the time, and the undifferentiated place that your brain is, and where it’s headed,” said Brother Hogarth. “So, we’re just proud to be able to make that journey easier. I think

that’s one of the key things about your fraternity and about this organization in general, is that we’re here with you to make this journey easier for you.”

Thank you to all the generous donors to the Psi Upsilon Annual Fund and everyone who has helped make these named scholarships possible. Since 1959, the Psi Upsilon Foundation has awarded over $1.2 million in scholarships to our members because of the generosity of our donors! As we are approaching the end of our fiscal year, please make a gift to support the scholarships and programs of Psi Upsilon today. If you already have, check here to see if your company will double your impact with a matching gift.

You can read the full transcript of Brother Susi’s funny and eloquent introduction and Dr. Hogarth’s inspiring words, and see the full list of 36 scholarship recipients by clicking here. or, scanning the QR code to go directly to the introduction and keynote on YouTube.

Dr. Kyle Hogarth, MD, Beta Alpha ’94 (Miami University)

- Dr. Kyle Hogarth, MD, Beta Alpha ’94 (Miami University)

Steven A. Susi, Beta Alpha ’93 (Miami University)

Psi Upsilon Scholarship Program 2026-2027

2026-’27

2026-’27 GRADUATE RECIPIENTS

FISHFUND AWARD

GRADUATE RECIPIENTS

FISHFUND AWARD

Amarachukwu Nwaoha, Zeta ’23 (Dartmouth)

HENRY B. POOR, GAMMA 1939 AWARD

Amarachukwu Nwaoha, Zeta ’23 (Dartmouth)

Ahmad Hammo, Tau ’25 (Pennsylvania)

Lucas Rempel, Zeta Zeta ’22, (British Columbia)

Ahmad Hammo, Tau ’25 (Pennsylvania)

Zane Abdel, Epsilon Nu ’25 (Michigan State )

Tuna Ergan, Gamma Tau ’23 (Georgia Tech)

Zane Abdel, Epsilon Nu ’25 (Michigan State )

LEWIS FINKELSTEIN, OMICRON 1983 AWARD

Lane Painter, Omega ’22 (Chicago)

Tuna Ergan, Gamma Tau ’23 (Georgia Tech)

DR. TONY KREMER, OMICRON ’87 AWARD

Stephen Karol, Zeta ’21 (Dartmouth College)

2026-’27 UNDERGRADUATE RECIPIENTS

2026-’27 UNDERGRADUATE

2026-’27 UNDERGRADUATE RECIPIENTS

ALBERT C. JACOBS, PHI ’21 AWARD

RECIPIENTS

ALBERT C. JACOBS, PHI ’21 AWARD

Tyler D. Hahn, Epsilon Nu ’27 (MSU)

JONATHAN E. PERSKY, OMEGA ’85 AWARD

Tyler D. Hahn, Epsilon Nu ’27 (MSU)

BENJAMIN T. BURTON, CHI ’21 AWARD

Charlie L. Hermann, Epsilon Nu ’26 (MSU)

Blake Woodrel, Epsilon Nu ’28 (MSU)

BENJAMIN T. BURTON, CHI ’21 AWARD

Devin R. Rosser, Upsilon ’28 (Rochester)

EARL D. BABST, IOTA-PHI ’93

MICHAEL D. OBERG, THETA THETA ’88 AWARD

Marbin Shrestha, Theta Theta ’27 (Washington)

EARL D. BABST, IOTA-PHI ’93

Aston Zhang, Delta Omicron ’28 (Purdue)

ERIC W. DIDUL, PHI BETA ’90 AWARD

PAUL D. FRIDAY, THETA THETA ’26 AWARD

ERIC W. DIDUL, PHI BETA ’90 AWARD

Jackson G. Lee, Gamma Tau ’27 (Georgia Tech)

Reef Elalkamy, Zeta Zeta ’27 (British Columbia)

Jackson G. Lee, Gamma Tau ’27 (Georgia Tech)

GARDNER A. CALLANEN, PSI ’29 AWARD

R. TIMOTHY LEEDY, PHI ’57 AWARD

GARDNER A. CALLANEN, PSI ’29 AWARD

Nathan Wildman, Psi ’27 (Hamilton College)

Zachary Kowalski, Phi ’27 (Michigan)

Nathan Wildman, Psi ’27 (Hamilton College)

GREGG ROHLIN PHI ’83 AWARD

ROBERT W. MOREY, PI ’20 AWARD

GREGG ROHLIN PHI ’83 AWARD

Leland T. Branco, Phi ’28 (Michigan)

Dino A. Borghi, Pi ’27 (Syracuse)

Leland T. Branco, Phi ’28 (Michigan)

HENRY B. POOR, GAMMA ’39 AWARD

Jack R. DiPasquale, Pi ’27 (Syracuse)

Cole S. Hashemi, Pi ’27 (Syracuse)

HENRY B. POOR, GAMMA ’39 AWARD

Ayomide O. Awolesi, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

Alex G. Torres, Pi ’26 (Syracuse)

Ayomide O. Awolesi, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

Derek C. Ike, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

Félix Premrou, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

ROBERT W. PARSONS, XI ’22 AWARD

Félix Premrou, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

J. RUSSELL MCSHANE, DELTA ’32 AWARD

Gian K. Dhingra, Tau ’27 (Pennsylvania)

J. RUSSELL MCSHANE, DELTA ’32 AWARD

Keira M. Healey, Epsilon Lota ’28 (RPI)

Samuel L. Paneda, Tau ’28 (Pennsylvania)

2026 FISHFUND VENTURE SUMMIT

The 5th Annual FishFund Venture Summit on April 29, 2026, at the venerable University Club of San Francisco brought together brothers from around the country to hear from five companies helmed or significantly supported by Psi Upsilon brothers. Speakers gave information about their market sectors, ranging from real estate to space exploration, and took rapid fire questions from the audience.

The five companies and presenters included:

THIA – Elliot Robson, founder & CEO of THIA, and guest of Andrew Henry Arnold, Lambda ’09 (Columbia), presented his product, also called THIA, which is a self-serve, no-code platform that lets business teams build secure, intelligent AI agents based on the unique workflows they already use. One of THIA’s largest clients is the U.S. military.

LODG – presented by friend of Psi U Jake Drutcha, allows property managers to leverage its AI-driven platform that handles every stage of renter management — from first inquiry to rent roll.

Venus Vanguard – Guillermo Sohnlein, Epsilon ’89 (Berkeley), is a serial entrepreneur, who started

From Real Estate to Space Exploration, Startups Pitch their Promising Businesses

his professional career in Silicon Valley and who has helped launch over a dozen for-profit ventures and nonprofit organizations. His latest venture, Venus Vanguard, coordinates mission planning and operations services for regular transportation to Venus with a long term goal of establishing a communications relay around the planet.

dFusion AI – helps b2b clients improve AI data quality and achieve agentic validation at scale. The company was presented by CTO Patrick De La Garza, Lambda ’13, (Columbia).

ClaimShield – Joe Cillo, Delta ’61 (NYU) assisted Kathleen M. Defever in her presentation about ClaimShield. She is an insurance attorney, public insurance adjuster, and insurance law expert with more than 15 years of experience advising clients in the insurance industry. ClaimShield increases insurance claim payouts through a structured, technologyenabled process and earns a share of the additional value created.

In the words of past presenter Vishal Desh, Zeta Zeta ’22 (University of British Columbia), co-founder of Fennec AI, “I’m grateful to the organizers and my fellow brothers who made this experience so impactful. Thanks for putting together such a great event.

The journey of building something new is always better when you’re surrounded by people who believe in paying it forward and creating a community where everyone can learn and grow together.”

Thank you to our hosts and sponsors, whose generous contributions this year allowed us to keep tickets costs for the event discounted.

In particular, thank you to corporate sponsor QUAIL Logistics, secured through the assistance of Anthony Watson, Omega ’14, and Ben Wheeler, Omega ’15, both of the University of Chicago.

Thank you to platinum sponsors Joseph P. Cillo, Delta ’61 (New York University), Doug Jackman, Omega ’89 (Chicago), and James Volpentest, Theta Theta ’90 (University of Washington).

A special thank you to hosts Oliver V. Smith, Beta Alpha ’93 (Miami University) and Craig Chiang, Epsilon ’95 (University of California, Berkeley), for their help planning the event in addition to their generous support.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 PILLAR SOCIETY ABOUT THE PILLAR SOCIETY

Flagpole LEVEL

($1,000,000+ Lifetime Giving)

The Psi Upsilon Foundation debuted the Pillar Recognition Society in January 2021 to recognize and honor lifetime giving from our brothers. This society includes individuals who have attained a lifetime giving history of $25,000 and more. We honor those brothers in this special way for their extraordinary financial commitment to supporting Psi Upsilon. The Pillar Society is updated on an annual basis and new certificates sent based on a new level achieved. It recognizes supporters of the fraternity’s educational mission, with annual updates and new certificates awarded upon reaching higher giving levels.

Devising this creative nomenclature was a process not taken lightly by the board of directors, but the generosity of our brothers and excitement generated by new initiatives such at the Social Impact Fellowship, FishFund Venture Summit, Gilrane Economic Symposium, and expansion of our tentpole scholarship program to include graduate scholarships has made it clear that some revision of the Pillar Society is necessary.

Entablature LEVEL

($500,000+ Lifetime Giving)

Cornice LEVEL

($100,000+ Lifetime Giving)

J. Martin Brayboy, Gamma ’84 (Amherst)

William G. Cavanagh, Pi ’72 (Syracuse University)

George Howell, Eta ’55 (Lehigh)*

Capital

LEVEL

F. Hampton McFadden, Gamma ’84 (Amherst)A Jonathan Persky, Omega ’85 (Chicago)*

($50,000+ Lifetime Giving)

Mark D. Bauer, Omega ’83 (Chicago)A

Scott I. Boyd, Theta Theta ’05 (Washington)A

Donald G. Dunn, Xi ’48 (Wesleyan)*

Matthew J. Eckenrode, Epsilon Nu ’04 (MSU) A

Jessica Frame, Gamma Tau ’07 (Georgia)

Patrick J. Gilrane, Psi ’83 (Hamilton)

Garrett W. Gleim, Tau ’01 (Pennsylvania)

Robert H. Hamilton, Phi ’68 (Michigan)*

Column

Anthony T. Kremer, Omicron ’87 (Illinois)

Joseph O. McCaskill, Chi Delta ’00 (Duke)

F. Hampton McFadden, Gamma ’84 ((Amherst)

Harold C. Ochsner, Xi ’57 (Wesleyan)

Gary G. Pan, Eta ’86 (Lehigh)

Lawrence D. Rakers, Omicron ’86 (Illinois)

Jesse J. Scherer, Gamma Tau ’05 (Georgia)

Norman J. Schoonover, Theta Theta ’46 (Washington)*

LEVEL ($25,000+ Lifetime Giving)

David H. Brogan, Epsilon Nu ’56 (MSU)

John T. Calkins, Pi ’49 (Syracuse)

Michael J. Callahan, Phi ’61 (Michigan)*

Sean M. Caulfield, Gamma Tau ’05 (Georgia)

Bradley R. Corner, Omicron ’72 (Illinois)

Anthony J. Diamandakis, Omega ’97 (Chicago)

Mark G. DiPasquale, Pi ’88 (Syracuse)◊

Murray L. Eskenazi, Lambda ’56 (Columbia)

George L. Fearheiley, Omicron ’54 (Illinois)

Lewis R. Finkelstein, Omicron ’83 (Illinois)*

Thomas G. Grimes, Epsilon Nu ’60 (MSU)

Thomas T. Hanford, Gamma ’62 (Amherst)

Louis T. Hanover, Omega ’87 (Chicago)

Earl W. Henry, Omicron ’69 (Illinois) A

Henry L. Huser, Rho ’81 (Wisconsin)

Jack Lageschulte, Epsilon Omega ’59 (Northwestern)*

Stephen E. Lewis, Gamma ’63 (Amherst) A

Philip A. Lotz, Tau ’79 (Pennsylvania)

While we are keeping the levels initially created, several brothers have so far exceeded the starting point of the Cornice level that we want to recognize their gifts with categories of their own and provide more runway for the future.

With that, the Foundation has expanded the Pillar Society to include additional upper tiers to recognize and motivate our generous brothers. We have added the Pediment, Entablature, and Flagpole levels.

The construct and naming of the society derives from the iconic pillars of Greek times. They are masterpieces of both aesthetics and engineering, integral to buildings still standing centuries after being erected. They are at the heart of the structures they hold up, just as you and your dedication hold up Psi Upsilon.

In recognition of their lifelong commitment to the values and programs of The Psi Upsilon Foundation, the Board of Directors of the Foundation honors and thanks all Pillar Society inductees.

Pediment LEVEL

($250,000+ Lifetime Giving)

David A. B. Brown, Epsilon Phi ’66 (McGill)

Joseph P. Cillo, Delta ’61 (New York University)

Thomas M. Poor, Gamma ’65 (Amherst) A

Samuel J. Tinaglia, Omega ’88 (University of Chicago)

Alexander C. Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh)

Walter E. Sieglen, Eta ’69 (Lehigh)

James A. Swanke, Rho ’80 (Wisconsin)

John A. Thaler, Omega ’97 (Chicago)

Charles A. Werner, Omega ’55 (Chicago)

Mr. Mark A. Williams, CFRE, Phi ’76 (Michigan)

Jack Withiam, Psi ’71 (Hamilton)

Timothy D. Zepp, Chi Delta ’08 (Duke)

Thomas W. McCaffer, Omicron ’77 (Illinois)

Jeremy K. McKeon, Eta ’08 (Lehigh)

A. William Prat, Theta Theta ’48 (Washington)*

Paul E. Raether, Beta Beta ’68 (Trinity)

Richard A. Rasmussen, Ed.D., Upsilon ’72 (Rochester)

Jacob M. Schmidt, Chi Delta ’11 (Duke)

Jonathan A. Szynkowski, Epsilon Nu ’06 (MSU)◊

Evan W. Terry, Epsilon Phi ’93 (McGill)

Philip C. Timon, Tau ’86 (Pennsylvania)

Richard T. Willard, Pi ’69 (Syracuse)

YOUR INSIGHTS NEEDED

Help Shape our Fraternity’s Future THROUGH A

SHORT SURVEY

By Timothy Zepp, Chi

We need your help shaping the future of Psi Upsilon. Over the past year, the Psi Upsilon Executive Council and Psi Upsilon Foundation Board have been focused on strengthening communications, enhancing programming, and ensuring our organization provides a meaningful and valuable experience for undergraduate and alumni members at every stage of life.

Your participation in the “Psi Upsilon Organizational Experience & Strategic Direction Assessment” online survey is an opportunity for every voice within Psi Upsilon to be heard. Whether you are an undergraduate member, alumnus, volunteer, donor, or otherwise engaged in Psi Upsilon, your perspective matters and will help shape the future of our fraternity.

Results will be summarized in a written report that we plan to share with the brotherhood by late summer. Survey responses are anonymus — we strongly encourage you to be candid and thoughtful.

SURVEY GOALS

• Understand where we are succeeding, where we can improve, and how we can better serve members and chapters

• Align staff, Executive Council, Foundation Board, and chapter volunteers on member aspirations

• Guide strategic planning and refine our roadmap for investment in the future

SURVEY CLOSES Tuesday, June 10Complete yours today

INCENTIVE

Respondents are entered to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card — drawings conducted periodically throughout the survey period. Respond early for more chances to win! Redeem for Psi U merchandise at amazon.com/psiupsilon

Psi Upsilon has partnered with Plaid, an organizational management firm with extensive experience in the fraternal space, to conduct this survey.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Check your inbox for a personalized link sent on May 20. Look for:

Sender: QuestionPro Survey

Subject: Psi Upsilon Stakeholder Survey

The survey takes approximately 20–25 minutes to complete.

QUESTIONS?

Contact Executive Director Thomas Fox at tfox@psiu.org

HOSTS

Delta ’08, (Duke), Psi Upsilon Executive Council President

SURVEY PARTNER

Hitting the Links with Brothers in Florida

Alex Senchak, Eta ’06 (Lehigh) Foundation Chair and President

As a complement to the All Psi U Golf Outing in September, the Psi Upsilon Foundation hosted a group of brothers in the Delray Beach, Florida, area in February for golf and social fellowship.

Our second year golfing in the Palm Beach area, this event was a wonderful time and shows strong promise to grow in participation. Brothers from around the East coast of Florida came to enjoy the day.

We thank Philip Timon, Tau ’86 (Pennsylvania), for hosting us at the Little Club for a fun round of golf and fellowship at his home after. For those interested, hold Wednesday February 3, 2027, in the Palm Beach area*. Details will be available in August.

*Date subject to change, but early February is our target.

3rd Annual All-PsiU Golf Outing

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

11:30-12:30 Optional Lunch (additional ticket required)

12:30 Registration - 1pm shotgun start

The Tuxedo Park Club 42 Stuart, Tuxedo Park, NY 10987

Friday, July 17th, 2026

182nd Psi Upsilon Convention General Session

Friday, July 17th, 2026

Reception at the Phi Chapter House

Saturday, July 18th, 2026

2026 Psi Upsilon Leadership Institutesessions for both undergraduates and alums

Saturday, July 18th, 2026

History and Archives Luncheon at the Phi Chapter House

Saturday, July 18th, 2026

182nd Awards Banquet

July 17-19, 2026

For more detailed information and to register for this year’s convention or individual events visit: psiu.org/182nd-convention Scan to register Family and guests are welcome.

Hosted by the Phi in honor of the 100th anniversary of its chapter house

More Upcoming Events & Deadlines

Details at PsiU.org

Social Impact Fellowship Applications Opening Soon!

June 5-7, 2026History & Archives Research Weekend Indianapolis, IN

June 10, 2026Psi Upsilon Foundation Networking Event Atlanta, GA

June 26, 2026Psi Upsilon Hill Day

Washington, DC Rayburn House Office Building Room 2043