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A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE: 2-7 DU Men Living, Working, & Studying Abroad NEWLY INSTALLED CHAPTERS: 13 Carnegie and James Madison Justice
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Preparing Future Global Citizens We live in a world without boundaries. We share a planet with rich cultures of food, music, colors and many wonderful customs and traditions. And today, we can enter any of these cultures with only a YouTube keypad stroke. However, is this the most effective way to educate students who are instantly linked to people on every continent, and who share a fluency in the technologies of communication that erase borders and enliven languages? Globalization simply describes a transformation in the world economy. Commerce increasingly transcends boundaries, and transactions once merely local now routinely touch multiple continents. In this sense, globalization affects, both pro and con, the relationships of governments, markets and the daily lives of institutions and citizens everywhere.
Several years ago, we as members of the Board of Directors asked ourselves, “What programs and services can we offer our young brothers to illuminate their world, to help them negotiate the precarious balance between the part of history worth conserving and the enormous change that the global economy demands so that they can remain competitive?” The hope for our global education efforts is that our young men will ask not, “How did they get to be that way?” but, with voracious curiosity, “What can I learn from you? How can I translate your world into mine and mine into yours— without diluting our distinctiveness?” We hope our young men will develop incisive minds and receptive hearts, the results of a reformed fraternity experience that invites them to be active listeners and nimble interpreters of our dizzyingly changing world. The global education to which we are dedicated is one that sees the world as an actual learning environment. In that environment our young men discover affinities with those who are seemingly unlike them. At the same time, they are not afraid of articulating their divergence from those who appear to be identical to them.
Globalization also refers to a deeper and even more fundamentally transformative force—embodying cultural and societal developments that touch the whole range of human experiences. In this broader sense, globalization is just as much a revolutionary force as is its economic counterpart.
At Delta Upsilon we affirm an ardent commitment to develop responsible and responsive global citizens. Reformed fraternity experience should urge young men to test their existing world view and to uncover new knowledge through a constant, often vigorous encounter with a range of world perspectives.
Those of us who are passionate about educating young men for a global community sense an urgency to design global education for a world in hyper-change. We answer a call to prepare leaders not for a single, predefined career until retirement but for a life of accelerating, unpredictable change. At the same time, as alumni we are responsible for transmitting the cumulative wisdom of our rich past, the fruit of the finest minds and hearts that preceded us, and for imparting our value of justice, along with compassion, that must be cultivated in order for our world to flourish.
The central test for coming generations will be to develop ways to accommodate a vast richness of race, faith, culture and thought. If those we educate are to avoid the devastating balkanization we continue to witness, they will need to create pathways of justice and compassion across traditional divisions. We must offer them opportunities for active learning, using the global community as their laboratory, with full, authentic engagement.
When I was growing up, the community ideal was the melting pot, as if the marvelous differences among students would be best blended into a single, homogenous entity. Our challenge today is to eliminate that ridiculous notion and to create a community of communities, where we savor or relish our distinctiveness while reaching out to each other to invent a future enriched by difference, and expansive with possibility. In Thomas Friedman’s book, The World Is Flat, he examines the influences shaping business and competition in a technology-fueled global environment and calls to action governments, businesses and individuals who must stay ahead of these trends in order to remain competitive.
Programs like the Global Service Initiative, the K-State Edgerley Study Abroad Program and the study abroad scholarships provided by Brother Mike Goss support our young men in their understanding of the current and growing demand for globally-competent leaders. Our award-winning programs provide us the platform to declare that we are the Fraternity that builds better men for global leadership.
E. Bernard Franklin, Ph.D., Kansas State ’75 President, Delta Upsilon International Fraternity Email: ihq@deltau.org
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A Global Perspective:
DU MEN LIVING, WORKING & STUDYING ABROAD
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y now, it’s no secret that the world we live in is changing. We’re connected globally in more ways than one, and the men of DU are leaving their footprints all across the globe. Whether they’re educating, working or studying abroad, men are making moves as global citizens of the world. Here is a look at some of their stories.
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CHAD WOLVER ARIZONA STATE ’10 TOTAL COUNTRIES VISITED: 34 LANGUAGES SPOKEN: ENGLISH, SPANISH, ZULU
Chad Wolver has always traveled. While he never did study abroad as a student, he decided to join the Peace Corps after college, eventually leading him to his current job and fourth year in South Africa, the country he now calls home. He works for an organization called Grass Roots Soccer, founded by a former professional soccer player to promote HIV and AIDS education and prevention in Africa. The organization has global partnerships with 40 governments, corporations and civil societies in 23 countries worldwide. These partnerships help to educate, inspire and mobilize communities to stop the spread of HIV. But before joining Grass Roots Soccer, Wolver embarked on his first real challenge in the Peace Corps. He would have no more than two months to pack up his life and say his goodbyes to family and friends before heading to South Africa. Following a grueling nine-week training process in a village outside of Cape Town, he was placed in a rural community where he would live and teach for the next two years. Wolver was taught the Zulu language that he would use to speak with students in rural schools. He was taught how to bathe out of a bucket, how to wash his clothes without a washing machine, cook without everyday kitchen amenities, and in short how to survive during the nine-week period. After training, Wolver was on his own and worked with a 24-person village, living in a hut complete with grass roots. “I had a very simple and slow life for two years. It was just fantastic; I had so much time to think about my life and priorities,” said Wolver. After completing his two year term, Wolver applied for a third year extension as a Peace Corp volunteer coordinator, using his knowledge and experience to supervise the incoming group of volunteers. Shortly after he would link up with Grass Roots Soccer. Wolver has now been living in South Africa for almost five years.
HOW DOES ONE PREPARE TO MAKE SUCH A SIGNIFICANT MOVE ACROSS THE GLOBE? The most important person to prepare, number one is yourself. You may be in a place where you won’t have access to Internet or a cell phone signal for days at a time. You aren’t always going to have that support on standby on which you’ve relied heavily.
You also need to prepare your family. There will be times when you are not going to be happy. The worst thing a family member can do is discourage you from continuing to live there. When parents hear their children are unhappy, they are very quick to tell you to come home because they don’t want to see you unhappy. But I think that’s taking the easy way out. Parents should remind you of the reason you went over there in the first place. It may be hard now, but the bigger picture is more important than having the support that says you can just come back whenever you want.
WHAT WAS ONE OF THE MOST CHALLENGING MOMENTS YOU EXPERIENCED ABROAD? Basically they dropped my stuff off into the hut, said see you at 8:30 am tomorrow for work, and I was just left alone with the people I would be with for the next two years. Heating water over a gas stove, figuring out how long it would take to create heat and electricity. It’s very mentally and emotionally trying. That was the hardest part. You learn to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. The amount of energy it takes to complete almost anything is exhausting, even speaking to others and communicating.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST NOTABLE DIFFERENCES FROM THE PLACES YOU’VE VISITED TO THE UNITED STATES? I have never valued relationships as much as I have while working and living abroad. Here in developing parts of the world, relationships come before the rest of what we put as a priority, over jobs and things. I had never valued how much a relationship is really worth. I learned to maintain those relationships and the importance of that.
WHAT IS ONE THING YOU’D LIKE TO SAY TO YOUR DU BROTHERS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING A GLOBAL CITIZEN? I think a big part of being a DU is about expanding your horizons and challenging yourself. If you stay in your bubble and remain comfortable in your campus environment and you’re not getting out there, I think you’re wasting your college experience. I think DU is such a great proponent of getting out there and expanding what you understand to be true. A big part of being a DU is about growing as a man, challenging yourself, and always getting out there.
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CRAIG FRANZ BUCKNELL ’75 TOTAL COUNTRIES VISITED: 46-48 LANGUAGES SPOKEN: ENGLISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN, SPANISH TELL US YOUR GLOBAL STORY. After I graduated from college, I immediately joined a group called the De Lasalle Christian Brothers, a Roman Catholic group of men dedicated to work in the educational realm around the world. It’s located in 80 different countries serving around a million people a day.
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I got involved in our educational work in the U.S. at virtually every level, from high school to students of all ages. In the course of that, I received a senior research Fulbright Scholarship. My first experience living as an expatriate was in Venezuela. I lived in a poor area where the brothers provided a school for kids. I was a professor down there for the university, and that kind of opened me up to a world outside the U.S. After being involved in education for many years, the head of my order asked me to start a foundation in the U.S. to be a public charity, a 501c3. We started what is called the LaSalle International Foundation, a public charity located in Washington D.C. In starting that foundation, the goal was to solicit the United States and Canada for financial support in third world countries. A few years into that, they asked me to set up another one in Rome.
In Rome, I head up a separate organization called SECOLI which is an Italian acronym for LaSalle International Services. It has the same mission we do here in the U.S., to provide human service assistance to people in developing countries.
WHAT CHANGES HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED? On one level it is hard to answer because it’s happened very subtly without you realizing that you’ve been transformed through an experience. There’s that saying that you can’t stick your hand in the same river twice. You’re somehow transformed by the experience of living with other people in these places. I think I’ve learned about the goodness of people all around the world. I think that some of the most generous people I’ve met have been the poorest. I’ve been graced by the opportunity to be of help to people at certain moments. It’s a wonderful thing to be allowed to come into someone’s life, into their family or into their tribe and be of assistance, whether that assistance be providing clean water for them to drink, providing books for school or providing electricity so that they can improve the quality of their life. It’s a real privilege to do that.
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO COLLEGIANS TODAY ABOUT BEING A GLOBAL CITIZEN? I think by now, most of our undergraduates realize that the world is not flat. They realize that the shirt that I’m wearing has been made in India but the buttons were put in by Taiwan and I’m talking to you through a Dell computer that’s been assembled in China, and that my shoes were made in Italy, and that even though I have traveled to Washington D.C. the chair which I’m sitting on was made in Idaho and I mean, there’s no sense in just living in one corner of the world anymore. We have relationships, whether we want to admit it or not, with everyone around the world.
WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT STUDENTS WORKING WITH PROGRAMS LIKE THE GLOBAL SERVICE INITIATIVE? I’m 100% behind opportunities and experiences that broaden the perspective of the undergraduate DUs. The thing that I like about the program is that we don’t want to provide a kind of volunteer tourism where it’s let’s just go and look at the shacks. Instead we provide an opportunity for people to come in and experience firsthand the situation there. If you’re willing to stretch yourself and you’re willing to go outside yourself and be open to others, then this experience could be a very enriching one for you. Transformative in many regards.
CHASE JOHNSON BOISE STATE ’10 TOTAL COUNTRIES VISITED: 6 LANGUAGES SPOKEN: ARMENIAN, ENGLISH, GEORGIAN, RUSSIAN IN WHAT FIELD WERE YOUR TRAVELS FOCUSED AND WHAT EVENTS LED TO THOSE OPPORTUNITIES? My time in the Peace Corps was focused on education, development and public diplomacy. I taught English in secondary schools, and did professional development. Presently in China, I am a member of a Johns Hopkins delegation under a program called “Understanding Asia,” which takes aspiring experts of different regions of the world and brings them to China to get the Chinese perspective on the regions we study.
HOW DOES AN EXPERIENCE ABROAD HELP IN ANY CAREER IN WHICH ONE MIGHT BE INTERESTED? Every single job exists in other countries. Every single college major has something comparable abroad. The Russians have a proverb that, to paraphrase, is: whether friend or enemy, you must see their village from their bell tower. It is a very Russian phrase, but an experience abroad will give you a more holistic approach to whatever one might do, even in a discipline like telling jokes, or fixing computers.
WHAT MAKES UNDERSTANDING OTHER CULTURES SO IMPORTANT TO YOUR WORK? Some of the greatest tragedies in history have come from a lack of understanding in diplomacy. All future diplomats or global workers have a duty to soak in as much history, linguistic ability and understanding as possible lest the worst mistakes of human history repeat themselves.
HOW IMPORTANT IS THAT INTERACTION IN MOVING OUR OWN COUNTRY FORWARD? The world is not as isolated a place as it was in the 1950s and ’60s. As much as people scoff at them, social networks are bringing everyone to the same discussion. We now have the ability to be a global citizen from our computers, and if America is going to be proactive instead of reactive in this brave new world (literary pun intended) then we need a more global and connected citizenry. I guess you could say that our country needs strictly adhering DU men.
OF WHAT KINDS OF OPPORTUNITIES SHOULD STUDENTS TAKE ADVANTAGE TO GET A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE, ABROAD OR LOCALLY? A global existence is always just a short walk away. Everyone abroad asks me, “What is American culture?” It took me two years to think of a good answer, but I always show them a dollar bill and read them the Latin, “E Plurbus Unum” (From many, one). American culture is the world’s cultures in one place - from many cultures, we get one culture. This means that we can be global citizens in our towns and cities every day.
WHAT’S THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU CAN GIVE TO DU UNDERGRADUATES TODAY AS THEY PREPARE FOR THEIR TIME AFTER GRADUATION? In a globalized, interconnected world, this asymmetry gives us the opportunity to explore and find ever more unique ways to distinguish ourselves. So my advice to undergraduates is this: Don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. Use your youth to have an adventure or two because you will thank yourself for it later. Go somewhere where your cell phone doesn’t work and you can’t understand the language. You will return a deeper, more developed version of yourself.
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CHICAGO ’11 TOTAL COUNTRIES VISITED: 45 LANGUAGES SPOKEN: ENGLISH, SPANISH
I grew up in Kansas and had never even been on a plane l until I had the opportunity to become a foreign exchange student in Japan. Saying yes to that opportunity opened up the world for me. Being willing to say yes to something that is outside of your comfort zone can take your life in directions you may never have thought possible.
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My first experience abroad was as a foreign exchange student to Japan between my junior and senior years of high school. It was that experience that really gave me the desire to want to learn about and explore other countries. Since that first experience, I have also had the opportunity to live in Spain (between my undergraduate and graduate school studies) and then later I was based overseas as an expatriate with Walmart in Argentina, South Korea, Mexico and India. Between those assignments, and as part of my formal role working in the International Division of Walmart, I have had the opportunity to travel extensively.
IN WHAT FIELD WERE YOUR TRAVELS FOCUSED, AND WHAT KIND OF WORK HAVE YOU COMPLETED IN YOUR TRAVELS? I work for Walmart, so my experience has been focused on the retail business. In Argentina, I worked in store operations. In South Korea, I was responsible for the company’s real estate and construction efforts. In Mexico, I was responsible for Superama, a supermarket chain owned by Walmart Mexico. Finally, in India, Walmart sent me to Bharti Retail to serve as the Chief Operating Officer of their retail business (Walmart had a franchise agreement with Bharti Retail to operate retail stores in India.) Between those assignments, I was responsible for Walmart’s International Real Estate and Construction efforts and then later in our International Merger and Acquisition efforts.
WHAT ARE YOUR BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS FROM YOUR EXPERIENCES ABROAD? The world is getting smaller and we are far more connected than ever before. I have also learned that although we may come from different cultures and speak different languages and have different traditions, people around the world have very similar wants and needs. Connecting with people from around the world is not difficult – if you look for these similarities (rather than focusing on what separates us).
HOW DOES AN EXPERIENCE ABROAD HELP IN ANY CAREER IN WHICH ONE MIGHT BE INTERESTED? The world is highly interconnected and will continue to be more so in the future. Being comfortable in adapting to new cultures through overseas experiences will help prepare you to meet this new reality head-on. I don’t believe that people will have a choice about whether they want a “global” career or not – all careers will be “global.”
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHO HAS NEVER SEEN THE ADVANTAGE IN STEPPING OUTSIDE OF ONE’S OWN COUNTRY? In order to be competitive in the future, you won’t have a choice but to understand other countries and cultures. Whether you set foot outside the United States or not, that competition will be there. The best talent, products and services will move between borders and even if you never leave our country, it will be coming to you.
WHAT IS YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE TO UNDERGRADUATES TRAVELING TO ANOTHER COUNTRY FOR THE FIRST TIME? Be a good representative of our country. Be respectful of other cultures and other people and demonstrate a sincere willingness to learn. Beyond that – have fun and explore.
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CHICAGO ’11 TOTAL COUNTRIES VISITED: 27 LANGUAGES SPOKEN: ENGLISH, MANDARIN
BRIEFLY DESCRIBE YOUR EXPERIENCE IN OTHER COUNTRIES AND HOW THEY LED TO WHAT YOU ARE DOING NOW.
I attended business school in England and launched ChaseFuture.com in Shanghai, China where I’ve been living for 18 months. The educational opportunities gave me the chance to build a start-up company.
HOW DOES AN EXPERIENCE ABROAD HELP IN ANY CAREER IN WHICH ONE MIGHT BE INTERESTED?
After a term abroad, I think you begin to see opportunities that others may miss. You have more of the skills, insight and contacts to capitalize on the opportunity.
HOW DID YOUR BACKGROUND TRANSLATE INTO OR PREPARE YOU FOR WHAT YOU ARE DOING NOW?
My background in entrepreneurship gave me the courage to take the jump. I realized that no matter the outcome, it would be a great adventure and learning opportunity.
WHAT MAKES UNDERSTANDING OTHER CULTURES SO IMPORTANT TO YOUR WORK?
Understanding your customer’s problem so you can tailor a solution requires cultural understanding.
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHO HAS NEVER SEEN AN ADVANTAGE IN STEPPING OUTSIDE OF ONE’S OWN COUNTRY?
Take the leap because the opportunity will challenge you to grow in new ways.
OF WHAT KINDS OF OPPORTUNITIES SHOULD STUDENTS TAKE ADVANTAGE TO GET A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE, ABROAD OR LOCALLY?
Read and reflect to find your purpose. Find an opportunity to pursue your passion.
WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU CAN GIVE TO DU UNDERGRADUATES TODAY AS THEY PREPARE FOR THEIR TIME AFTER GRADUATION?
Learn from older brothers and alumni and get feedback on your plans. You’ll get solid advice and build a network of mentors.
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THE FOUR FOUNDING PRINCIPLES GO GLOBAL
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Being a global citizen is one of the keys to success. As a student today, whatever your largest problem is, it’s likely to be a problem someone else would love to have. I’ve traveled the world and there’s a great divide when it comes to the haves and the have-nots. As an aviation analyst and consultant, I realize that international calls along with Skype and FaceTime sessions are valuable business tools, but travel abroad is a necessity to conduct business in this quickly changing world. Working abroad can be a challenge at times between the different cultures, languages and even religions. In some nations, even safety is a significant concern and it’s important to keep up on international news as well as what is happening around you. As you finish school and enter the workplace, becoming a global citizen will provide you with an advantage over others. A global citizen is not only aware of the world around them, but is able to get out of their comfort zone and connect with individuals from other nations and cultures. We conduct a lot of international trade (just look at the U.S. trade deficit or where your smartphone was built), but there’s a fast growing middle class in Asia which is hungry for goods and services. As the global economy changes, multi-national corporations and others engaged in international trade will have to adapt. Additionally, if your career path involves STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), becoming a global citizen will be more important than ever. I encourage you to take some time to get out of your “comfort zone.” If you have the opportunity to travel abroad, I encourage you to not only take advantage of the opportunity, but get off the beaten path and away from tourist traps if you can. Wherever it is that you travel, try some local food, learn basic phrases, take part in a cultural event and build bridges.
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#DUflags DU brothers are out and about from the United States to Antarctica! What better way to show your DU pride than by snapping a picture with your flag? Want to be featured on social media or in the next DU Quarterly? Send your submissions to socialmedia@deltau.org. Austin Melilo, Rutgers ’15, in Antarctica.
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North Carolina State brothers Seth Storey ’16, and Ben Keller ’14, in Prague.
Patrick Gartrelle, Quinnipiac Colony ’15, with his flag in Miami, Florida.
Dylan White, Chattanooga ’14, with his flag in Honduras.
Jon Harrison, Elon ’15, abroad on his semester at sea in front of Mont-Saint Michel.
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Brandon Brezic, Oregon Colony ’16, at Spencer’s Butte in Oregon.
Kentucky colony members take their DU flag on spring break.
Iowa State brothers enjoy a day at the lake.
Michigan Brothers Sean FitzGerald ’12, Stephen Zelda ’13, and Yilu ‘Bruce’ Wang ’11 in Hong Kong.
Wes Turner, Chattanooga ’14, displays the flag in Ireland.
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Global Service Initiative: Washington, DC
Brothers attended the domestic Global Service Initiative trip in Washington D.C. to work with A Wider Circle, an organization aiming to provide service to end poverty in the D.C. area. Senior Director of Educational Programs, Noah Borton led the trip consisting of eight men from four chapters. DELTAU.ORG
Newly Installed chapters CARNEGIE
The Carnegie Chapter Installation Ceremony took place Sunday, April 13, 2014. Thirty-five men were initiated into Delta Upsilon by Carnegie Chapter alumni and Fraternity staff. Alumni flew in from across the country to witness the rebirth of their chapter. Parents and university administrators also attended the ceremony to celebrate the men who have committed themselves to carrying on the DU tradition at Carnegie Mellon University.
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The chartering ceremony was part of the university’s annual Spring Carnival. Each Spring, the campus and community participate in fair activities and buggy races. DU and other student organizations alike, build booths for student and community youth to tour.
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The James Madison Chapter Intallation Ceremony took place on Sunday, April 27, 2014. Sixty-one men were initiated into Delta Upsilon by the Chapter Advisory Board. Family and friends of the founding fathers traveled to campus to witness the creation of Delta Upsilon’s newest chapter. This is the first Delta Upsilon Chapter at James Madison University. With 61 men, the James Madison chapter is one of the largest installations in James Madison and Delta Upsilon history. Members of this new chapter span campus involvement including being part of the orientation staff and residential assistants.
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DePauw brothers take first place in the 2014 Little 5 bicycle race.
Chapter news Arizona State
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The chapter participated in Greek Sing during the campus Greek Week activities. The brothers teamed up with Alpha Gamma Delta, Omega Delta and Kappa Delta Phi, collectively taking home a third place spot out of 12 teams. Additionally, the chapter took home third place in the tug-of-war competition. Arlington The chapter celebrated its 45th Anniversary on March 4-5th. The chapter has been a part of Arlington since Sigma Phi Beta became Delta Upsilon in 1969.
In addition, I love solving difficult challenges and challenging my integrity. IFC President seemed like the best position to do that,” said Cazell. “ The position really tests both my ability to lead and my professional integrity. I must make decisions that better the Greek community as a whole, which sometimes are unpopular with some of my peers. Being able to explain how it betters our community and figuring out how to motivate others to reevaluate their decisions to better follow their fraternal creeds really helps me to develop my leadership potential.” Bucknell Andy Loeshelle ’15, took time away to study abroad in London, England. After his first visit to London when he was eight
Bradley Patrick Tan ’15, was presented with an award in academic excellence by the Corporation Board on May 3rd. “I feel honored to receive such a prestigious scholarship. Knowing that my hard work is being recognized by the Fraternity is encouraging to me and will motivate me to continue to uphold my high standards of academics,” said Tan. Travis Cazell ’16, has been elected IFC President, in which he says is the natural next step in his string of leadership roles. “ The networking with administration and fellow leaders really drew me in to the position.
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years old, he says he knew he wanted to study abroad because of its history and culture. “I felt that the hardest part about living in a foreign country was having the constant feeling that I should be doing more in terms of travelling and exploring. I tried to leave no stone unturned and visited every listed museum within London itself, but felt that I could have travelled much more outside of the United Kingdom,” said Loeshelle. “I was able to experience cultures that were far different than anything I had expected. I was able to try new things and see unbelievable treasures of the world that I would have never been able to view and experience had I not studied abroad.” California Evan Hindman ’14, took the opportunity to study abroad in Cordoba, Spain this past semester with the goal of mastering the Spanish language by immersing himself in the culture. “I learned to become more tolerant of different cultures and have developed a place in my heart for Spanish food,” said Hindman. Mark Ninyo ’15, recently competed in a third-year Chinese speech contest, earning him the top spot in the competition. “I worked hard for an entire month, practicing my speech every day and rehearsing with brothers. I really feel like DU helped me get there,” said Ninyo. “ The award is an excellent reflection of the diversity of our chapter and our focus on education. I started Chinese as a second language just three years ago, and it’s amazing to see how far I have come.” Jayson Sam ’14, took on the role of Vice President of Finance for the Haas Undergraduate Black Business Association (HUBBA). Sam’s role serves to manage the budget and allocation of financial resources for events held by the organization, which plays an integral part of the Haas Business School at UC Berkeley. “I really wanted to give back to my community, especially the underclassmen. I believe that by taking charge of the finances of a big organization like HUBBA, it can give me great leverage to do that,” said Sam. Carthage John Morton ’16, has taken on the role of Vice President of the Student Body. His job will include coordinating weekly student government meetings, meeting with the President of Carthage College and will step in when the President of the Student Body is unable. “I was really interested in taking initiative on campus and making it a better place,” said Morton. “I’m most excited to have an active voice in changing the campus to fit the needs of my fellow student body.”
Cornell The chapter came together to support and raise money for fellow brothers, as they hosted Raise the Roof for 202 Eddy St. One of the chapter’s senior houses burned to the ground, leaving six brothers without a home and most of their belongings. The fundraiser was held to aid in purchasing essentials for the brothers. “As the philanthropy chair, I was in charge of planning most of this event. So when handing the checks to the brothers who had lost everything, it almost brought tears to my eyes to know how much we helped,” said Jackson Hamburger ’15. “Everyone is very proud of what we accomplished for our fellow brothers.” DePauw The chapter hosted its annual Rent-ADU service project/philanthropy in April. Members of the chapter volunteered their time to help out local residents of Putnam County, Indiana, with various projects like raking leaves, trimming bushes, painting, etc. In return, the chapter asked for donations for the Putnam County Humane Society, in hopes of its reopening. The chapter raised over $2,800 for the Humane Society. Elon Joe Bruno ’14, received a college Emmy for his work with ELN Morning. ELN Morning, Elon Local News’ weekly live morning show, placed second on April 23rd in the College Television Awards alternative competition in Los Angeles, an event sponsored by the Television Academy Foundation. Georgia Tech Matthew Josey ’15, had the opportunity to be a part of Georgia Tech’s Pacific Program to study in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. “ The trip gave me a whole new perspective on what it meant to be a human on the planet Earth and how much more to the world there is than what we can experience in the States,” said Josey. The brothers also hosted March Marrow Madness in support for a brother undergoing treatment for blood cancer during the time of the drive. “It helped put things into perspective as we asked people to register as bone marrow donors,” said Hayden Riddiford ’15. “I feel the event went well. It was the kind of thing that only took five minutes out of your day, but could have saved someone’s life. I hope we do it again in the future.” Ryan Burke ’16, will begin his IFC Homecoming Chair position when school starts again in the fall. “I get to work with a lot of great people at Tech and support one
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Georgia Tech brothers at the 2014 Tug competition.
of Georgia Tech’s oldest traditions,” said Burke. “It will give me great experience in managing people and will give me a greater appreciation for Georgia Tech’s traditions.” Illinois
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Dennis Terdy ’15, had the opportunity to study in Vienna, Austria. Of the experience, Terdy says traveling abroad was a learning experience well worth it. “I would have to say that nothing comes easy. Everything has to be done on your own, whether it is just getting food for the day or managing money. It helps to make you independent right away because no one is there to help you,” said Terdy. The chapter held their DU/Theta Broomball Tournament to raise money for the Global Service Initiative. This single elimination tournament holds two separate brackets for fraternities and sororities who participate. “It is important to us, knowing that DU chapters all over the country are planning events to benefit the same cause. It provides a sense of validation for the hard work we put into the event,” said Alex Tatham ’16. “I’m proud of our chapter for continuously putting on an event that has grown to become one of the most recognizable annual philanthropy events on campus. It gives us the opportunity to come together with the University of Illinois Greek community for a greater cause. I think our members all recognize the impact this event and the proceeds we raise have on the lives of others, which motivates us to put forth our best combined effort.” Sean Thomas ’15, was awarded the Delta Upsilon Illinois Chapter Leadership Award, given to a member who holds and excels in leadership roles within the chapter, maintains a GPA above a 3.0 and who shows a commitment to the community both within and outside of the Fraternity. “Winning the award was special for me because of all the qualified brothers within our chapter, and to be recognized with the past winners is a great honor,” said Thomas.
Matthew Josey, Georgia Tech ’15, poses with a native koala bear while studying abroad in Australia.
Mike Bosworth ’15, is serving as the Vice President of Finance for the Illinois Business Council. This opportunity gives Bosworth real professional experience and leadership skills valuable to life after graduation. “ This position offers everything that a leader needs to develop. From organizational skills, scheduling, public speaking and even the tangible people skills that are so common among great leaders,” said Bosworth. Iowa State The chapter hosted DU Chili Night to raise funds for the Global Service Initiative and to involve the campus in a fun night of food. The event involved the chapter cook, the cooking club on campus and other groups on campus to come up with the most creative dishes for competition. The most talked about dish was the homemade chocolate chili. Lafayette Michael Mastria ’16 took time this past semester to study abroad in Germany, hoping to take his understanding of the German language to the next level. “ The most challenging thing about studying abroad was assimilating into the culture, but after a few months I got used to it,” said Mastria. “ This experience combined history, culture and the natural beauty of the Alps.” The chapter cohosted an event with the women of Alpha Gamma Delta in the spring to raise money for the Global Service Initiative and Alpha Gamma Delta’s American Diabetes Association charity. “We think that GSI is a great opportunity for our brotherhood because it makes an impact on the children in Jamaica and makes
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Lafayette Brothers Kevin Eherts ’14, Jeremy Klein ’14, Michael Yanez ’15, and Peter Auvil ’15, represent Delta Upsilon Lafayette on an interim trip to Peru.
a lasting impact on the brothers who participate in the trip,” said Bradley Rice ’16. “It is something we are proud to support. I love this event because so many people come and the campus gets so excited for it. It is a great time for everyone.” Lehigh A.J. Visconti ’15, has been selected for another year as a Personal Responsibility in Determining Excellence Leader-Student Athlete Mentor. Chosen carefully for the program, student-athlete mentors model responsible behavior and balance in academics, athletics and social life in order to be role models and guides for first year student athletes in their adjustment to life at Lehigh. “ This program has given me confidence as a leader at Lehigh both on and off the athletic fields,” said Visconti.
Evan Pentz ’17, is happy to introduce his brothers and the rest of campus to a sport he truly enjoys. As the Club Squash Captain, Pentz says, “[The club] allows me to continue to play a sport that I love at a very high level, competing against a broad spectrum of teams from other colleges and universities. We compete in the National Tournament each year, which is always a thrilling experience where we can watch and play against some of the best teams and players in the country. Our Club Squash team promotes healthy competition and camaraderie while bringing together a diverse group of people from different backgrounds, pursuing a greater goal.” Louisville The chapter received second place in the Louisville Greek Sing Fryberger Competition. “It means so much. Our chapter has been in a rebuilding phase for the past couple years and this award is indicative of the fact that we are almost there. We showed everybody on campus that DU is back and better than ever!” said Cameron Price ’14. “ The chapter put an insane amount of effort into trying to put on the best show we possibly could. During practices we bonded and developed our brotherhood. We never got stressed out or fought with each other, and were able to focus on our goal as a joint unit, and that’s why we won.”
James LiSooey ’15, has taken on the role of Orientation Leader at Lehigh. “As a computer science and business major I spend my time learning about numbers, codes and systems, but during summer training I learned something completely different; I learned about people. Our staff became a tight knit group where each individual’s differences were celebrated instead of ignored or ridiculed,” said LiSooey. “More than anything, orientation has guided my thoughts as to who I am and who I should strive to be.” As another integral role in the Lehigh orientation program, Matthew Nadler ’15, has had the opportunity to work as an Orientation Coordinator, training Leaders to lead new students around the university. “ Through this process, Orientation Leaders, as well as myself, will form lasting relationships with other members of the staff and be able to apply the skills they learn to their everyday lives,” said Nadler. Nate Grayuski ’16, has enjoyed his time serving as the Club Baseball President. “Not only does the position require great leadership and communication skills, but a strong sense of responsibility as well,” said Grayuski.
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formal duties in the fall of 2014. “I really wanted to get involved with one of the greatest traditions we have at Mizzou,” said Hinck. “I think this will help develop me as a person, as I will be put on a team and really grow in my ability to work with other people.” Nebraska
Daniel Cook, Miami ’15, on his trip abroad to Luxembourg.
always conscious of their impacts on the environment,” said Cook. He says the biggest takeaway from his time abroad was “experiencing firsthand how many different ways of life exist that are different than how we do things in the United States. There are so many different creative approaches to how people decide to live as they seek enjoyment and fulfillment in their daily lives.”
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Joseph Mckinney ’15, had the opportunity to coordinate a 5k fundraiser for NBIA Disorders Association with the university’s Genetics Club, by reaching out to other fraternities and sororities as well as local Oxford businesses to participate in the run. “I really wanted to step up to the challenge by creating a way to promote the Genetics Club through this fundraiser, which will help the NBIA Disorders Association. This is a rare genetic disease that does not receive any government funding and which no treatment currently exists. Essentially these people depend solely on organizations, like the one we are raising money for, to provide them with assistance for this terrible disease,” said Mckinney. “I am very passionate about my responsibilities and want to do my best to represent myself, my Fraternity and the Genetics Club, while taking advantage of this opportunity to help out people who suffer from this currently incurable disease.” Minnesota The chapter would like to report that they have successfully doubled their size within two semesters. Beginning with 13 members, the chapter is now at 27 members. Missouri Jeremy Ackerman ’17, received an award from the chapter for having the highest GPA in his associate member class. Brian Hinck ’16, is proud to announce his position on the Homecoming Steering Committee, beginning his
Cody Preisler ’16, Dustin Herring ’15, Dillon Whittier ’17, and Sam Rogge ’14, received the Roy James HarneyFour Founding Principles Scholarship Award at the Nebraska Founders Day Banquet. The scholarships are granted to undergraduates who have “most successfully demonstrated the ability to carry out the Four Founding Principles.”
Nebraska Honorees receive the Roy James Harney - Four Founding Principles Scholarship Award at the University of Nebraska Founders Day Banquet.
North Dakota Joseph Schaefbauer ’15, received the Starcher Award through the honors program for Outstanding Honors Portfolio. Schaefbauer says hard work and determination were the keys to his success. The chapter held the Delta Upsilon Soup and Quesadilla Feed this past March to raise funds for the Global Service Initiative. The chapter raised $1,200 for GSI. “Everyone thought the event was a huge success. The logistics and execution of the event went beyond everyone’s expectations,” said Joseph Kalka ’16. The chapter also received the 2014 Outstanding Chapter Award, presented at the North Dakota Greek Awards. This award recognizes one fraternity and one sorority that goes above and beyond the expected baseline for the Greek community in terms of intellectual development, community service and campus involvement. “It felt great for our chapter to receive this award after a year of hard work and collective determination at membership development,” said Schaebauer. “Receiving this award distinguishes us as one of the top Greek organizations at the University of North Dakota.”
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Minnesota brothers volunteer their time at Feed My Starving Children.
North Florida Daniel Selover ’14, took the opportunity to study in Guanghzou, China to study business. “ The most challenging thing about being abroad is the lack of familiar culture and people. It’s easy to make new friends but it’s hard not to miss the background knowledge that makes conversation so easy with your fellow countrymen,” said Selover. “My biggest takeaway abroad is how people are people anywhere you go, and the only difference between countries is what people are exposed to/learn while growing up.” Evan Buckstein ’17, studied in Peru this spring. “ The culture in Peru is much more intimate than in the U.S. However, they are not as privileged as far as some basic necessities of life, and therefore struggle socially with their educational systems, as well as family life,” said Buckstein. “ The biggest takeaway from my experience
was going to a school in Cuzco and meeting 50 or so kids, and having the opportunity to bring a little happiness into their lives through sports. This had a special meaning to me because sports got me through a lot of rough times personally when growing up.” Northern Illinois Shaheer Ahmed Suddiqi ’17, is studying in the United States after studying in Pakistan for 13 years. Siddiqi says of his decision to study electrical engineering in the United States that the opportunities were unmatched, and amongst the best in the world. He says his decision to join Delta Upsilon has been his favorite memory so far. “Everyone here seems more tolerant and helpful here, more bold as well,” said Siddiqi. Ben Stone ’15, is the vice president of the Environmental Studies Club. He says his goal is to change the mindset of campus in general to be more sustainable and environmentally responsible. Killian Dorner ’16, was selected by the faculty to display some of his art pieces in a gallery over the past semester, and through this opportunity, one of his
Evan Buckstein, North Florida ’17, plays ball with kids in Peru.
Daniel Selover, North Florida ’14, with English students in Guanghzou, China.
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South Carolina brothers serve at the Heart Walk’s finish line water station.
sculptures has been nominated to be commissioned fullscale in the city. “I have always loved art and I’m excited to increase the visibility of art students around campus,” said Dorner.
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Ohio State The brothers of chapter are eagerly awaiting and preparing for a big milestone. On November 7, 2014, the chapter will be celebrating their 110th straight year as an active chapter of Delta Upsilon. Brothers advise those interested in attending the celebration at the Athletic Club of Columbus to mark their calendars at this time. More specific information is to follow. In the meantime, questions may be directed to Brother Rob Hildreth at hildreth.34@osu.edu. Pennsylvania State Brother Jon Garfield ’15, has taken on three big opportunities as an off-campus representative for the facilities committee for student government, as Financial Fee Advisory Council member for the Penn State FFAC and SSAC, as well as Rental Housing Revocation Appeal Board member for the State College Borough. In his duties, Garfield will speak on behalf of the student body to administrators, budget campus funds, plan for faculty projects, research and advise administrators on sustainability initiatives and meet with state legislators. “I am very excited to be speaking on behalf of the students and making decisions that will impact future Penn State students for generations to come. I firmly believe that students should be getting involved with how their school is run and have a voice in their local government,” said Garfield.
Purdue The chapter hosted Mom’s Day in April with help from the Parents Club. Mothers traveled from across the country to Purdue to spend time with their sons. The weekend included a brunch, wine tasting and winery tour and a silent auction to raise money for upcoming projects. Thirty mothers were in attendance. The chapter also participated in Chi-O Rodeo with the sisters of Chi Omega to raise money for both the Global Service Initiative and the sorority’s foundation of choice. The proceeds from the June 17th event were split between the two organizations. Sacred Heart Colony The colony joined forces with the women of Alpha Delta Pi in March to raise money for the Global Service Initiative. With a total of $280 toward the international philanthropy, the colony hopes to top that at their next chance.
Sacred Heart colony members participate in an activity for the campus-wide Relay for Life.
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San Diego State Max Purdy ’16, recently spent time in Shanghai, China, solidifying his desire to eventually do international business in Asia. “ The culture I experienced was very different and very similar [to ours] at the same time. Shanghai is one of the most westernized parts of China so I wasn’t completely out of my element, but to see so many people live together like that and still have an extremely strong sense of community was something I’ll never forget. It allowed me to look at the world from a different point of view, and I think that was an invaluable experience and something I want to keep doing for the rest of my life,” said Purdy. The chapter awarded several brothers for their hard work in displaying academic excellence. Ryan Glymph ’17, Jeffrey Banks ’17, Ben Fields ’14, Harmon Kaloty ’17, Isaiah Rios-Smith ’17, Robbie Carmona ’17, Max Purdy ’16 and Lee Holcomb ’16 each received the accolade. “I believe that all of the recipients of the academic excellence awards felt that they received them due to their hard work throughout the semester. Being involved in school organizations on top of managing academics is a challenge to any student, and I know that restless nights, overwhelming stress and tireless devotion were key components in their success,” said Rios-Smith. Josh Chazen ’14 took a leadership role as Vice President of Membership for Order of Omega. “Being that I was a leader in my Fraternity, I felt that it was important to be a leader within an honor society. It would allow me to use the things I have learned in Delta Upsilon and apply them into other organizations outside my Fraternity,” said Chazen. “I think this position plays a large role in aligning with our Four Founding Principles and I hope that it will continue to develop my leadership as a man.”
Max Purdy, San Diego State ’16, in Shanghai, China.
San Jose State honorees receive the Roy James Harney – Four Founding Principles Scholarship Award at the Delta Upsilon International Fraternity Alumni/Undergrad Dinner.
San Jose Jorge Navarro ’15, Timothy Ma ’16, and John Plecnik ’15, received the Roy James Harney-Four Founding Principles Scholarship Award. The scholarship awards are granted to undergraduates who have “most successfully demonstrated the ability to carry out the Four Founding Principles.” South Carolina The chapter hosted its spring philanthropy, Duck Dash with the help of the local National Panhellenic Council chapters this past spring to raise money for the Global Service Initiative. “In addition to being the first summertime event of the spring semester, Duck Dash was a great way to publicize both DU and GSI. The response we received once people knew what GSI entailed was fantastic,” said Roger Cederholm ’15. Swarthmore Zachary Powell ’15, had the opportunity to study in Prague, Czech Republic to study European politics and the economics of European countries. “I think having the opportunity to view different European cultures and compare them to American culture was a great experience for me,” said Powell. “My favorite moment abroad was spending four days in Split, Croatia. In Split I was able to cliff jump into the Mediterranean Ocean and play a game similar to hand ball at the beach with locals.” Nicko Burnett ’14, just finished his term as senior class president of Swarthmore College. His duties included but were not limited to fundraising for and planning Senior Week activities, planning commencement and serving on the alumni council for the next three years. “I wanted to make sure that my class would have the best final week at Swarthmore we could possibly have,” said Burnett.
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worked for the Union to discuss current topics relevant to European Union policy. Our travels also allowed us to conduct individual research on how Europeans view the EU and become immersed in European culture and history,” said Reese. Washington
Gregory Cohen, Tufts ’15, explores in Barcelona, Spain.
Tufts Gregory Cohen ’15 took this semester to study in Barcelona, Spain. “Barcelona is a very young and diverse city with a growing financial sector. The combination of a city on the Mediterranean Sea creates for a unique environment,” said Cohen.
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In Argentina, Nicholas Santangelo ’14, took the opportunity to learn from their culture in his travels to South America. “ The people in Argentina are very interested in pursuing their interests outside of work. They spend most of their time enjoying their diverse hobbies and bonding with friends and family. They definitely take the time to enjoy life,” said Santangelo. “I think my experience taught me how to keep things in perspective. Despite the protests and corruption in Argentina, the people there still find a way to enjoy their lives every day and avoid worrying all the time. They have very serious political problems there, but I think they worry less than Americans do on a daily basis.”
Back in March, the chapter held a March Madness Tournament to raise funds for the Global Service Initiative. Nearly every member bought a spot in the tournament, increasing some healthy competition and excitement around the house. Dan Connolly ’17, enjoyed watching games with his brothers while doing so for the Global Service Initiative. “GSI is a great program and helps a lot of people. We want to do our part,” said Connolly. Dylan Gale ’16, began his term as IFC Vice President of Public Relations in January and is thrilled to have the opportunity to influence the entire Greek community and the way people view them. Wichita The chapter held their spring philanthropy, Nachofest, inviting guests over for some good food and fun to raise funds for the March Global Service Initiative trip. Geoff Winnington ’16, received the Men of Webster Scholarship for maintaining a high GPA. “It felt good to have the grades to receive this scholarship,” said Winnington. This endowed scholarship is awarded annually and administered by the Scholarship Committee of the Delta Upsilon/Men of Webster Alumni Association.
The entire Greek community of Tufts worked together to host a Relay for Life event to raise money and give support to cancer research. “ The entire community was involved and people had a great time in support of an amazing cause,” said Jack Doll ’15. The event lasted three days on campus, giving chapters a chance to host musical performances on campus. “Cancer has affected the lives of almost every brother in one way or another, and helping raise money and awareness was a cause we could all get behind.” Virginia Robert Reese ’15, had the opportunity to study abroad with the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce in Eastern Europe. “We spent the first half of our trip as visiting students at the University of Bath in England learning about the makeup and history of the European Union (EU) and spent the second half of the trip travelling to London, Brussels and Paris to meet with people who
Men of Webster Scholarship award recipients at the Wichita Chapter banquet.
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Guelph Chapter brothers celebrate at their 25th anniversary dinner.
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On March 22, 2014, the chapter held a celebration for its 25th Anniversary. Brothers came from across the country, bringing the total to 90 brothers, both alumni and undergraduates, in attendance. The weekened included a fraternity hockey game between the undergraduate and associate members against the alumni. The game resulted in a tie. The alumni team came out on top, and received bragging rights and the coveted Guelph Chapter Football Trophy. A banquet would end the jam-packed weekend, as brothers new and old gathered to talk about good memories and the future of the Guelph Chapter. The weekend was a hit! Kent State The alumni chapter completed a property transfer with Kent State University. In the transfer, the DU House at 202 South Lincoln becomes property of the university while the university’s Foundation Building located at 1061 Fraternity Circle becomes the property of DU. The value of the Foundation Building was greater than the chapter house, so funds donated by KSU DU Alumni were used to pay the difference. The need for the transfer arose from the university’s Esplanade Expansion Plan which connects the University with downtown Kent. The house was in direct route of the expansion. Plans are in the works to renovate the Foundation Building to meet the housing and study area requirements. A second phase of fundraising to generate the money needed for the renovation has already begun. If you have any questions contact Michael Cesa ’76, at michaelcesa@yahoo.com or 216 272-1207.
In its sixth year, the annual spring luncheon hosted a very special guest from the Cardinal community. During the April 16th Delta Upsilon Anniversary Luncheon at the University Club, attendees had the opportunity to hear from returning University of Louisville football coach, Bobby Petrino. As the featured speaker, Petrino spoke of changes taking place on the Louisville football field, as he prepares for the fall season ahead. Guests of the luncheon had the opportunity to ask Coach Petrino questions following his speech. Additionally, James Sublett ’70, accepted the Freed Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Rerseve, a Department of Defense office, as a representative for his work with Family Allergy & Asthma of Louisville. This award is given to employers for exceptional support of Guard and Reserve employees. Family Allergy & Asthma was the nominated clinic for the support provided to National Guard and Reserve employees during their military leave. Oklahoma William Hamilton ’57, was inducted into the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame during a ceremony on April 24, 2014, at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, Oklahoma. Hamilton began his path in journalism as a paperboy for The Anadarko Daily News. He later served as editorin-chief of the Lincoln Capital Times in Nebraska. He became a syndicated columnist for 25 years and was a featured commentator for USA Today and has guest commentated for PBS NewHour and CNN. Hamilton has also written award-winning articles on military and aviation subjects, and he and his wife have co-authored four spy novels.
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Washington State The chapter’s alumni, along with the current undergraduates, recently celebrated their 95th Anniversary. WSU alumni from the ‘70s-‘00s were in attendance for the dinner, hosted at the Washington State chapter house. Over 100 DUs and guests made it to the event.
The Washington State Chapter at their 95th Anniversary weekend. Five decades of brothers were in attendance.
Building a Strong Foundation Donor Profile: Mark Parseghian, Lehigh ’49
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A strong foundation is important for any chapter. Without the support of invested alumni, tasks like rebuilding a chapter house might never leave the ground. Brother Mark Parseghian, Lehigh ’49, has been an active member of his chapter since his days as an undergraduate. Shortly after his graduation, he found himself back in the area after serving in the military, where he began working with a construction company that would eventually complete work on the chapter house. He began looking after maintenance of the house as an advisor, and grew very close to the chapter members. “ They were an interesting group of men. They went on to be very successful when they left college. Many of them came back to be involved in our overall being,” said Parseghian. Following the war, it would mean a changing economy. The downside to that was that the industry in the area was also changing, and many brothers were moving elsewhere. This meant that in order to keep the chapter’s momentum up, the responsibilities would trickle down to those still in proximity. A dedicated Parseghian took the lead. In the wake of the changing campus, Lehigh wanted to relocate many of the off-campus fraternities back on campus, offering the incentive of matching fifty percent of their total. DU took that opportunity and Parseghian chaired the corporation to raise the funds. “It’s been a first
class facility ever since,” said Parseghian. “It’s maintained its position on campus.” The active participation from both undergraduates and alumni at Lehigh has proven to stand the test of time, as a good balance has been achieved. “We’ve been able to maintain a good relationship with the university and the Fraternity. It’s a great opportunity for anyone to stay associated with the undergraduates of your chapter. You can see the type of individual that is coming to school now and see how that is changing. Today is entirely different than what you were used to when you were an undergraduate,” said Parseghian. As a chapter advisor, Parseghian has discovered that working with the undergraduates requires a careful balance. “We don’t run the place. The undergraduates have to manage it with our guidance. That’s the way we’ve always approached our chapter,” said Parseghian. “Don’t try to manage; stay abreast of the situation and also of the climate of the university or college where you are located.” The role of a chapter advisor is not always easy, but if done right can be a memorable opportunity to stay connected and learn something from undergraduates today. “I think if people would take the time they would figure out that it’s very rewarding. You have to adjust the way that you feel the Fraternity should be run because it’s different than it used to be. If you feel it should be the way it was when you were in school, you have to put that out of your head because it doesn’t work. It’s a new day, and it’s one thing to help them. You have to change with them, and it’s good. I’ve learned a lot,” said Parseghian.
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Alpha & Omega Alberta Peter R. Kutney ’54 D. Murray Smith ’41 Theodore J. Twack ’53 Wayne Thomas Aubrey Withers ’62 Amherst Thomas J. Hancock, MD ’40 Arlington Carl Baldwin ’99 David M. Littrell ’77 Baylor Larry N. Sims ’80 Bucknell Don L. Hopkins ’42 California John W. Cottle ’42 Leonard A. Rea ’54 Carnegie Albert H. Kiefer ’50 Clarkson Lawrence B. Bean ’52 Peter Radding ’63 Colgate Robert F. Lindberg ’57 Columbia Laurence E. Lindars ’45 Cornell Theodore Eskild ’50 Dartmouth John C. Bird, Esq. ’44 Denison Charles Bidelspacher ’66 Hamilton Charles M. Finn ’61 Indiana Charles Frederick Kraak ’54 Beurt R. SerVaas, Ph.D. ’41 Jack Wendell Stover ’55 Philip C. Warrick ’49 Iowa Glen Ehrich ’52 Lyman E. Krekel ’56 Karl F. Schmidt ’42 Emerson K. Wirtz ’51 Iowa State Robert W. Armstrong ’46 Charles E. Trunkey ’52 Dean A. Watkins ’44 Johns Hopkins James A. Conner ’55 Jack S. Mayes ’45 Kansas Sean D. Biggs ’98 Robert L. Schober ’47 Kansas State Michael J. Baughman ’78 Wayne K. Denton ’61 Glenn A. Mull ’73
Kent State Kenneth E. Cardinal ’51 Thomas L. Fiedler ’50 Gerald J. Lange ’56 Lafayette William D. Kirk III ’70 Lehigh F. Richard Gratton ’51 Norman R. Meier ’50 Louisville John T. Wilson, Jr. ’53 Manitoba Paul Stanley Glowacki ’56 Marietta Emmett Sutton III ’57 Massachusetts Collin C. McKay ’97 Michigan Robert V. Lieblein ’54 Minnesota Dean W. Ahrens ’34 Maynard A. Alsaker ’32 Robert R. Bradford ’39 G. H. Burkland ’35 Robert J. Corbett ’47 Robert B. Dewall ’39 Dale M. Dosser ’54 Joseph L. Flaig ’40 Eugene M. Klun ’58 John B. McGee ’47 Donald B. Palmer, Jr. ’41 Milton F. Roth ’39 Richard P. Sandell ’54 James R. Scoggin ’51 Clarence A. Syvertson ’46 Missouri Jack P. Barger ’54 David L. Bross ’74 Paul E. Hartman ’74 James L. Keller ’49 Thomas E. Murphy ’59 Nebraska Judson B. Douglas III ’59 Dion L. Higgins, DC ’92 Arthur G. Mauk ’50 Northwestern John J. Williams ’62 Ohio State Harry A. Crawford ’47 Oklahoma John B. Benear ’50 Daniel Aric Jeffreys ’12 Rufus Millburn ’41 Fred M. Olson ’63 Robert E. Perry ’62 Oregon State Richard A. Kerron ’40
Pennsylvania State John P. McKenna ’58 Platteville Craig C. Chitwood ’71 Purdue James G. Belury ’45 William J. Birkhead ’61 Wilfred J. Bolton ’35 Donald D. Bonnet ’52 Merle W. Boyer ’63 Glenn L. Brown ’38 John G. Carson ’46 Russell M. Coley ’48 Doyle G. Collins ’48 John R. Craun ’52 Ronald F. Creek ’38 Charles W. Dudding ’38 William T. Foot ’68 William H. Hahn ’37 William J. Huckins ’49 Donald G. Johansen ’61 Robert . Johnson ’49 Charles E. McPike ’48 Paul M. Miller ’45 Richard N. Sheets ’53 Leo M. Storey, Jr. ’51 Ralph W. Thornburg ’39
Please notify the Fraternity of deceased brothers or any errors in the list. Notices received at Fraternity Headquarters between October 2, 2013 and June 1, 2014. Memorial gifts may be directed to the Delta Upsilon Educational Foundation at the address below or online at www.duef.org. Delta Upsilon 8705 Founders Road Indianapolis, IN 46268 ihq@deltau.org
Rutgers Robert S. Gies ’42 San Jose David A. Mathis ’60 Stanford Lew W. Cook ’52 Gordon E. Head ’35 Syracuse Robert P. Sherman ’51 Technology William B. Allen ’41 Charles J. Lawson, Jr. ’43 Walter J. Robbie ’42 Texas Alan C. Blair ’56 Jack D. West ’57 Union E. Dale Christie ’55 Virginia Jack W. McCall ’59 Washington Byron L. Fellows ’43 Robert C. Foss ’51 Western Michigan David L. Perry ’69 Wisconsin Arnold J. Hope ’65 Thomas Patti ’52 Maarten S. Vis ’58
Pennsylvania James Murray Spitzer ’60
Parting Words “Let nothing rob us of the spirit of Fraternity, let nothing destroy the bond of Delta Upsilon.” - Charles Evans Hughes, Colgate & Brown 1881
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Serve. REGISTER FOR OUR ALUMNI GSI TRIP JAMAICA: OCTOBER 18-23
EXPERIENCE BROTHERHOOD ON THE A WHOLE NEW LEVEL There is limited availability, first come, first served. Extended stays are available, and spouses are welcome. Become immersed the culture and spirit of Jamaica engaging in two days of hands-on service, a tour of all other Delta Upsilon GSI construction projects, attend a local church service, listen to a presentation by the Jamaican Minister of Culture and Education on the history, culture and politics of Jamaica, enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, and an off-site excursion. For More information contact: Kaye Schendel, Director of Global Initiatives
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