Summer 2012 Tekes in Politics

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The Sitdown 6 Meet two members of Congress: Fraters Daniel Webster 2011 – 2013 GRAND COUNCIL (Rep.-Florida) and Francisco Canseco (Rep.-Texas). Grand Prytanis 10 Your Voice: Your Vote Edmund C. Moy (Lambda) Don’t underestimate the importance of voting. Grand Epiprytanis Bob Barr (Beta-Sigma) 10 Tekes in Politics 12 TKE has many distinguished alumni serving in federal, state Grand Grammateus Fredrick T. Jacobi (Lambda-Alpha) and local government. Grand Crysophylos A Look Back: Where is he now? Rodney G. Talbot (Beta-Chi) 23 TKE catches up with 1980 Top Teke Frater Michael J. Grand Histor McEvilly. Christopher T. Hanson (Alpha-Pi)

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Better Men for a Better World

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 3 CEO MESSAGE

TKE Men Do Not Just Vote; They Run for Offi ce!

Dear Fraters,

History should refl ect on the fact that TKE could be called a politics-favored frater- nity. TKE’s political legacy is deeply rooted at a core fraternal value that as men we must become better men who in turn must build a better world. The earliest TKE success is recorded with Frater S. Watkins Overton, Jr. (Mu) who was elected to the Tennessee State Senate in 1927. In fact, since 1927, TKE’s contribution of great men to U.S. and Canadian politics is superior. Records show TKE men have includ- ed one U.S. president, fi ve U.S. senators, seventeen U.S. congressmen (three sitting in Congress today), nine ambassadors and government agency executives (including our current Grand Prytanis and Grand Hegemon), one U.S. Assistant Surgeon Gen- eral, one Canadian premier, eight governors (not double counting for Frater President Ronald Reagan), and one chief of a U.S. Native American tribe. TKE is also the fraternity of U.S. presidential candidates that include Fraters Reagan (’68, ’78, ’80, and ’84), Byrd (’76), Barr and Huckabee (’08). While those great men aspired to the highest offi ces of their governments and agencies, there are countless TKE men who have the same cause while serving on local school boards, town and city councils, county commissions, state legislatures and other high state agency offi ces. Studies suggest most candidates show distinct demographic trends that differentiate them from the population as a whole, including economic, social, fi scal, and core ideological differences—some extremely polarizing. Differences aside, we have a bigger problem: a shortage of candidates. Since most candidates run only once, we run out of candidates more quickly than new ones appear. The resulting scarcity of candi- dates is most visible below the federal level. As a former elected offi cial, I can attest to the fact that TKE has prepared you for the awesome responsibility you assume when taking that oath of offi ce. It reminds us that the oath we take to serve our communities and the Bond we assumed at our initiation are very similar. In both oaths, we make promises to our fellow men. We have responsibilities of that oath (and our Bond) to protect the rights and traditions of our Fraternity and our democracy, and we will carry out our service for the benefi t of others. While the majority of local communities do not label their candidates for school board and town council by political party, it is certain that once a candidate places that party affi liation letter beside his name on the ballot, it’s a brand of political repugnance by those who oppose you. Maybe the solution to the problem is to eliminate labeling candidates with whom they affi liate politically, but rather let’s only label them if they are Tekes as TKE. This way, no matter what, you know he’s a good man! Do not just vote; it’s too easy. In other words: be a Teke, run for offi ce!

Yours in the Bond,

Shawn A. Babine Chief Executive Offi cer

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SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 5 Sitdown with Daniel Webster & Francisco Canseco Two congressmen discuss their political lives, experiences in TKE, and how they are building a better world.

he word ‘politician’ conjures up a number of different ideas in the Tminds of individuals. This is not unlike the word ‘fraternity.’ These public servants are just that—elected to rep- resent their constituents. Regardless of if an individual was supported by everyone, their responsibilities carry a signifi cant weight for their cities, coun- ties, states and country. The proposed legislation, votes and decisions are heavily scrutinized by the public and media, as are their personal lives. It is not a profession for the faint of heart. Yet, many Tekes take on this challenge because they feel called to make a dif- Frater Daniel Webster is a member Frater Francisco Canseco was ference and live the mission of Better of the freshman class of the 112th Con- born in Laredo, Texas, on July 30, 1949, Men for a Better World. gress, the largest Freshman Class in six and is the second oldest of eight children. Two such men, Congressmen decades, representing Florida’s Eighth He is married to his wife of 30 years, Glo- Fraters Francisco Canseco (Rep-Tex- Congressional District. In the November ria, and they have three children together as) and Daniel Webster (Rep-Florida), 2, 2010, general election, he defeated and live in northwest San Antonio. are taking on the challenges of today incumbent Representative Alan Grayson In 1995, he joined the board of di- in order to make an impact on the fu- and assumed offi ce in January 2011. rectors at the Hondo National Bank in ture. They are working hard each day He was born April 27, 1949, in Hondo, Texas, and worked with investors to live the principles and values of TKE Charleston, W.Va. He graduated with an to prevent the bank from failing. through hard work and determination. engineering degree from the Georgia Two years later, Frater Canseco and Often a thankless job, these men have Institute of Technology and owns an air his family formed the Canseco Founda- decided to show the world what being conditioning and heating business. He tion, which provides grant money in sup- a member of this great organization is married to Sandy Jordan and has six port of health care, education, and com- means and how it translates into their children and fi ve grandchildren. He re- munity services around the Laredo area. political lives. Join us as we sit down sides in Winter Park, Fla. After the success of the Canseco Foun- with these men to chat about their TKE Frater Webster was fi rst elected dation, Frater Canseco and his family experience and why it’s important that to offi ce in 1980 as a member of the went on to help the Sisters of Mercy and you get involved this election season. Florida House of Representatives. He their work in childcare, as well as pro- served in the house for 18 years and vide funding for Texas A&M International was Minority Floor Leader, Minority University’s School of Nursing along Whip and in 1996 elected Speaker of with scholarships to attend the School the House. In 1998, he was elected to of Nursing. In San Antonio, the Canseco the fi rst of fi ve terms in the Florida Sen- Foundation also provided scholarship ate and rose to the position of Majority endowments to the UT Health Science Leader. He was termed out in 2008. Center at San Antonio and the University Currently, Frater Webster is work- of Texas at San Antonio. ing in Congress on transportation issues Congressman Canseco was sworn to create jobs, improve Florida’s roads in to offi ce on January 5, 2011, as the and highways, and fi nd ways to save representative for the 23rd District of money by eliminating fraud and abuse. Texas in the 112th Congress. He serves Webster’s other committee assignment as one of a select few freshmen on the in Congress is on the infl uential House Financial Services Committee. Rules Committee.

6 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 Webster: “Not voting is handing over your liberty to somebody else.”

Frater Daniel Webster course, they would show you the types of The Teke: Do you feel that frater- (Beta-Pi, Georgia Institute of Technology) social activities they have, but they also nity life is still of value? tell you about what they are all about. It Webster: If the ideals, camaraderie The Teke: What are some princi- felt like a great fi t and they agreed. From and the opportunity to learn and develop ples from TKE that you still use today? there I was able to learn more about TKE some life skills are still there, there is Webster: One of the greatest things and what it meant to be a member. At greatness in it. in life are the relationships we build. This that time, they were in the running for Top The Teke: Who is your mentor to is enhanced when there is a commonal- TKE Chapter and that was a great selling help guide you in your professional ity like our fraternal bond. The ideals and point. I wanted to be a part of that and career? principles really helped me create life- see if I could make a difference. Every- Webster: My father was the best long bonds with the chapter at Georgia thing made me feel comfortable and I’ve mentor, advisor and teacher I ever had. Tech. There was a really amazing syner- never regretted the decision. He taught me more working in our fam- gy that has kept us together for 40 years. The Teke: Some who are not ily business for a year than I learned The Teke: What is an experience Greek don’t understand how a young anywhere. He showed me a select set you have taken away and utilized in person in college would commit to a of principles that wouldn’t bend. One of your profession? fraternity for life. How did you come to those was that he did not follow money. Webster: The college experience that decision? Regardless of my political or business taught me perseverance. It takes people Webster: When I was in school, decisions, I follow that policy today be- helping you along the way to see some- there was a bit less skepticism about cause it helps keep me grounded in the thing through and the chapter gave me Greek life. Even then it was a major deci- reason I am doing something rather than that stability to excel. It’s not just those sion, but there is a vetting period where what I’m going to get out of it. who became buddies, but those who you and they can decide if it is right. Dur- The Teke: If someone wants to be became friends. As a friend, they chal- ing that time before initiation, we were in a position like yours, what do they lenged me, pushed me, celebrated suc- asked to meet everyone in the chapter need? cesses and helped me through the fail- and through that there was a great op- Webster: The normal route is to get ings. This made me the man I am today. portunity to see if this was a good de- a political science or law degree and get The Teke: Why did you join TKE? cision. It’s not for everyone, but in those involved in the process. I didn’t follow that Webster: I wanted to get involved weeks you decide if you truly want to be becoming an engineer. In that regard, en- with Greek life, but not just any group. Of associated with them and vice versa. gineers follow facts as opposed to philos- ophies. No matter what you do, however, I give everyone the same advice—prepare to be a leader. This could be in the class- room, a business or, if you have a family, be a leader to the children you have. With that there are four things that will help this. Learn the value of time. A day is 24 hours, and gold is measured in 24 units for example, and each hour needs to be spent productively. Sleep is productive, so I’m not saying to stay up an entire day. But take each minute you have to do something, and accomplish something. The second is to learn the value of reading. For those in or fi nishing college, reading doesn’t end with the degree—it’s just the beginning of learning. The third is to learn the value of lis- tening. If you think about my position, we fi ght over microphones to be heard. You need to earn the right to be heard and the best way to do this is by listening to others. Lastly, learn the value of serving other people. We live in “a me” genera-

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 7 Canseco: “Character is something that is tested every single day as you look in the mirror ... .”

Frater Francisco “Quico” Canseco (Epsilon-Alpha, Saint Louis University)

The Teke: What is an experience you have taken away and utilized in your profession? Canseco: Getting along with your Fraters, and those in the community, is vital. As uniquely Tekes, we measure a man’s worth on his character and his uniqueness is celebrated. With those dif- ferences comes positive and negative is- sues. In the end, however, we all have the same goals. As a new member, learning that was key to where I am today. I have close relationships with many of the guys I graduated with in 1972—some in Cali- fornia, Illinois and Massachusetts, but we stay close with this common bond. This truly is the Fraternity for Life. The Teke: Why did you join TKE? Canseco: The leadership qualities of those I met, like the Prytanis, were much higher caliber than the others. I wanted to learn from the best to become one. As a young student, I probably didn’t recog- nize it as much as I do today in hindsight, but I was defi nitely pulled to the chapter for this reason. tion right now, but we need to be better overall need to keep America as strong The Teke: What is an ideal or prin- versed in how to address others than as it is, and I think it is an exciting thing ciple of TKE that you connect with satisfy our own needs. You’ll go a long that I can be impactful. I have a small best? way in whatever your career is if you part in helping shape not only this coun- Canseco: I have two. Acceptance stick to those points. try but the entire world through my ac- is probably the most important one. As The Teke: Why is being a con- tions. Lastly, this place is inspiring. The I said before, we have such a diverse or- gressman important to you? monuments remind me every day about ganization that is fi lled with very different Webster: I was in the legislature in what this country was founded on and backgrounds. It really helps a young man Florida for 28 years and was very happy that a group of men before us created develop and mature—I know it did this to get a lot accomplished. I retired and this great nation. for me. The other is brotherhood. I can go was approached to take on this chal- The Teke: Why is it important to without seeing a Frater for 20 years and lenge in 2010. I had to be convinced into vote? when we meet back up, it’s like we never running, but after thinking about it, I saw Webster: Not voting is handing over skipped a beat. We just pick up where we a great need because of how many prob- your liberty to somebody else. The big- left off. lems today could cause issues for my gest breach is not even registering to The Teke: Do you still see a value children tomorrow. I don’t think I will be vote. There are three ways to vote: ab- in Greek life? doing this for a long time, like in Florida, sentee, early, and at the poll on elec- Canseco: Absolutely. Now more but I want to make as much of a differ- tion day. There really is no reason why so than ever. By and large, universi- ence as I can and then move on. you can’t. I believe it is a duty to vote. ties are a big, huge campus where stu- The Teke: What motivates you to As to the reasons why a person wouldn’t dents can go astray and get lost in the get up every morning? vote, I believe it is probably more neglect mix. I think that within the fraternity sys- Webster: There is a need to serve than anything else. I think recently it’s tem, a guy can fi nd a group to connect and try to right whatever wrongs we can because of dissatisfaction with political with and be a part of something great. right. Second, there is a group of con- parties and candidates offered. To those It helps give you guidance through col- stituents I represent that expect me to who don’t think their vote counts, I was lege and prepares you for life after. You show up and use my voting power to elected speaker of the house in Florida are formulating goals for personal and help make their lives better. There is an by one vote. professional life. In no other place on

8 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 “Tekes should strive to make a difference in this world through our daily actions.”

campus can this be best accomplished. The Teke: Who has been a mentor to you? Canseco: As time goes on, you re- ally begin to see who was a mentor to you. My big brother in the chapter, Greg O’Reilly, was a good example. Some of the leaders in my class, such as Joe Di- giovanni and others whom I’ve kept in contact with ... you see them not just as a peer, but also as someone you worked with, learned from and admired. I started emulating those same identity templates after college and into my adult life. I’ve found myself showing others these same traits and becoming a mentor to those people as a result of my experiences with them. The Teke: How do you defi ne character? Canseco: Character is something that is tested every single day as you look in the mirror and go out to face the world. It also goes hand in hand with your self- worth. We formulate our character very early in life, but I think we strengthen it The Teke: After being successful want to stop. But when you fi nish that in our college years. We put it through in other careers, why did you move to run, the sense of accomplishment will various tests during this time, and the politics? make you want to do it again. It’s not all undergraduate member years are those Canseco: It was always in the back great—you have to accept the good and where you put character on an anvil and of my mind. It was never thought of as the bad for the greater good. beat it up to sharpen it for the future. That being attainable. That said, I felt a deep The Teke: What are your aspira- process is repeated over and over. With- commitment and responsibility to give tions for the future? out this time, you can get lost in the fold what I could to this worthy profession. Canseco: I take one step at a time. I when you graduate. No matter how miniscule I think some- just got to Congress a year and a half ago thing is, it could have a very big and last- and hope to be here longer. I’m going to ing impact on this great nation of ours. do my job to the best of my ability and It is extremely important for Americans hopefully make a nice dent in the world. to realize that we do have skin in this I want to make a difference and then go game and this great experiment that was home to my wife, kids and grandkids. started more than 200 years ago. We are shareholders and partners in it. As such, you can see things moving in a certain Political life is defi nitely not for every- direction and your experiences can lend one, but it is one profession that TKE has more value to the American ideal. That’s prepared Fraters for. Just as you have what prompted me to get involved in poli- taken offi ces and chairmanships, leader- tics. ship, decision-making and the election The Teke: What makes you stay process have been acquired since you up late working on bills and other po- joined. Combining those with the respon- litical matters? sibilities and duties the Fraternity es- Canseco: A duty and love of that pouses, you are set up for success long duty. You can’t do anything you don’t like after you walk across the stage at gradu- regardless of your profession. You have ation. These men show all of us how this to love what you are doing despite the noble work for a greater good is not only problems or pains it may give you. Think a charge they have taken, but why we as of a runner. About halfway through a run, Tekes should strive to make a difference you are going to start hurting and you’ll in this world through our daily actions.

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 9 Your Voice: Your Vote

“If we can vote for the best performer on the TV show “American Idol,” we should certainly vote in elections that profoundly affect our future.” —Tim Duffy, Queens College

said the countries without this right would gladly trade if given the opportunity to VOTING RIGHTS help make changes that affect them. Regardless of which nation you live in, How do you vote in your hometown the importance cannot be overstated. election if you’re away at school?

If you live in Hawaii but are in col- The Argument to Vote lege in New York, chances are you aren’t going to be able to head Our elected offi cials make, enforce and home to vote. You’ll need to regis- judge laws that impact our health, reli- ter as an absentee voter and have gion, money and freedoms. It is impor- your ballot sent to you at school. tant to vote to have your say about what happens to you. A common dissenting How do you vote in the state opinion is that every vote is not signifi - where your school is? cant. If you think this is the case, all that’s needed is to think back to the year 2000 As long as you’ve registered to vote “Let us be sure that those who come after when the U.S. presidential election came in your “new” state, you should get will say of us in our time that we did every- down to a handful of ballots in Florida. voter materials in the mail that will thing that could be done. We fi nished the In addition to that, many local elections explain the issues, have candidate race; we kept them free; we kept the faith.” like state representative or mayor have statements, and say where your been decided by a few votes. Without local polling place is. You may very Those words from the 40th president of heading to the polls, the decision could well vote right on your campus. the United States, Frater Ronald Reagan cause a ripple effect in your livelihood. (Iota, Eureka College), indicate we all have a responsibility to ensure our free- It’s important to consider the issues that doms are protected. One of those is the affect you. Politicians make laws protect- right to vote. Similarly, Frater Gary Doer ing and restricting social freedoms. They rights and religion. Because a president (Zeta-Iota, University of Manitoba), Ca- determine the legality of issues like abor- appoints U.S. Supreme Court Justices, nadian ambassador to the United States, tion, capital punishment, gay rights, civil and they serve for life or until they step down, they could decide American social policy for a generation. The politicians we elect, local and national, decide how much we pay in taxes and how that mon- ey is spent. You have the opportunity to vote for leaders and measures that will spend money the way you want it spent.

Aside from this, you must keep in mind that blood has been shed throughout history so that you have the right and privilege to vote. Think about those who sacrifi ced and worked tirelessly so women, minorities and adults young- er than 21 could cast ballots. Soldiers and civil rights workers died fi ghting for your right to vote—you owe it to them to exercise your civic responsibility.

10 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 Why Some People Don’t Vote

A number of sources, including a study conducted by the Census Bureau, say people become apathetic about voting because their daily lives seem to be the same no matter who is in offi ce. They un- derstand and value the people who have fought for the right, but it’s not enough to get people to actually vote. Most rational- ize that the wars were not only for this privi- lege, but their day-to-day existence would be dramatically affected by the outcome of the confl ict. For instance, what would our world look like if Hitler won World War II?

Taking that extreme off the table, today people don’t “feel” that a vote makes a difference. They argue that often today’s candidates offer very different plans for their constituents during their cam- paigns, but once in offi ce, things seem before, but still holds true today: if you to remain basically the same. Prom- don’t vote, you have no right to complain ises are not kept and the thought that about the way the country is being run. the offi cial was disingenuous begins to Voting is your voice. Silence in this pro- creep into their mind. They feel duped cess is deafening. You need to cheer, and, thus, don’t believe what any other dissent, and protest, but without your politician has to say about policies and vote, these are meaningless actions. their effort to change practices of today. Don’t forget about your local elections. Are you happy or unhappy with the con- dition of roads, city taxes or quality of the public schools? You have the oppor- tunity to put individuals in a position to keep them intact or change them. The next time you neglect to vote, ask your- self how you would feel if you didn’t have a choice—to elect representatives, choose your line of work, or decide how many children to have. There are many countries where a person does not have a choice. You do. Vote to keep your Another reason people don’t vote is be- freedoms available for years to come. cause they get overloaded with attack ads, media spin and image. They slow- ly begin to tune it out. Some do so be- cause they see inaccuracies or confl ict- ing information while others simply get tired of viewing the negativity portrayed. Candidates travel the state or the coun- try delivering pep rally-like speeches to crowds of people who already like them and know what they are going to say. This is then broadcast on the news and the potential voters get tired of seeing it, making them numb to the messages. Making a Difference

All things considered, ballots you cast today will impact generations. Vote to improve the world your children and grandchildren will live in. It’s been said

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 11 Tekes in Politics

Bob Barr Ryan Bingham Robert Butterworth Raymond Chambers Ryan Crocker Thomas Dempsey

Bob Barr Southern California Former Congressman & 2008 Presidential Candidate Andre Bauer South Carolina Former Lieutenant Governor, South Carolina Ryan Bingham Marist Mayor of Torrington, Connecticut William K. Brewster II Central Oklahoma Chairman of Capitol Hill Consulting Group & Former Congressman Robert A. Butterworth, Jr. Florida Former Attorney General, Florida *Robert C. Byrd George Washington Former U.S. Senator, West Virginia Francisco Canseco Saint Louis University Texas State Representative Raymond G. Chambers Rutgers at Newark United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Malaria Ryan C. Crocker Whitman Career Ambassador within the United States Foreign Service Thomas D. Dempsey Rockhurst Majority Floor Leader, Missouri Senate Gary A. Doer Manitoba Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. & Former Premier of Manitoba James E. Fitzmorris New Orleans Former Lieutenant Governor, Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr. New Orleans Former Attorney General, Louisiana John R. Gibson Missouri Senior Circuit Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit Bruce Gordon Gettysburg Former Executive Director of NAACP *James A. Graham North Carolina State Former Commissioner of Agriculture, North Carolina Jay Paul Gumm Southeastern Oklahoma Former U.S. Senator, Oklahoma William Hagan Knox Political Columnist David Hartley Louisville Clark County Commissioner & Former Ohio State Representative Don Henderson Texas Former Mayor of El Paso, Texas Jeffrey P. Hillelson Missouri-Columbia Former Regional Administrator of the General Services Administration & Former Missouri State Representative *L. Talbot Hood Millikin Former Director of Radio Free Europe George E. Howell Illinois Former Illinois State Representative Mike Huckabee Arkansas State Former Governor, Arkansas & 2008 Presidential Candidate William H. Hudnut III Butler Former Mayor of Indianapolis & Former Indiana State Representative *Lester C. Hunt Illinois Wesleyan Former Senator and Governor, Wyoming *Donald H. Hunter Butler Justice, Indiana Supreme Court *William G. Hyland Pennsylvania Former Deputy National Security Advisor & Former Editor of Foreign Affairs Sylvester “Sly” James Rockhurst Mayor of Kansas City, Missouri Roger W. Jepsen Arizona State Former U.S. Senator, Iowa & Former Chairman, National Credit Union Adm. Joe Knollenberg Eastern Illinois Former Michigan State Representative J. Mike Lawter Central Oklahoma Former Oklahoma State Representative George Leader II Gettysburg Former Governor, Pennsylvania *James E. Long North Carolina State Former Commissioner of Insurance, North Carolina Bruce B. Melchert Missouri Former Head Lobbyist, Clarian Health Partners John R. Miller Bucknell Former U.S. Ambassador at Large on Modern Day Slavery & Former Washington State Representative Brian D. Montgomery Texas at Austin Former Assistant Secretary for Housing & Federal Housing Commissioner

Gary DoerBruce Gordon Mike Huckabee Slyvester James Joe Knollenberg George Leader

12 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 Within Tau Kappa Epsilon, many distinguished public servants in federal, state and local government are working hard to build a better world.

Brian Montgomery Edmund Moy William Muse Richard Neal Allen Paul Earl Pomeroy

*Frank B. Morrison, Sr. Kansas State Former Governor, Nebraska Sidney W. Morrison Washington State Chairman, Mainstream Republicans of Washington & Former Washington State Representative Edmund C. Moy Wisconsin 38th Director of the U.S. Mint Dr. William V. Muse Northwestern Louisiana Director of National Issues Forums Institute, Kettering Foundation *Walter Myers, Jr. Butler Former Indiana Supreme Court Justice Richard E. Neal University of Hartford Massachusetts State Representative *Alan C. Nelson California/Berkeley Former Commissioner of Immigration and Naturalization *Mike O’Callaghan Idaho Former Governor, Nevada *Samuel Watkins Overton, Jr. Carroll College Former Mayor of Memphis, Tennessee James W. Pardew, Jr. Arkansas State Former U.S. Ambassador to Bulgaria Allen Paul Parsons U.S. Senator, Indiana Earl R. Pomeroy III Valley City State Former North Dakota State Representative *Carl D. Pursell Eastern Michigan Former Michigan State Representative Gregory E. Pyle SE Oklahoma State Chief of the Choctaw Nation, Oklahoma *James H. Quillen East Tennessee State Former Tennessee State Representative *Ronald W. Reagan Eureka 40th President of the United States & Former Governor of California Joe Reardon Rockhurst Mayor/CEO of the Unifi ed Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas *Albert Rosellini Washington Former Governor, Washington John G. Rowland Villanova Former Governor, Connecticut Mark H. Schauer Albion National Co-Chair, BlueGreen Alliance & Former Michigan State Representative *Victor Schiro New Orleans Former Mayor of New Orleans, Louisiana Martin J. Schreiber Wisconsin Former Governor, Wisconsin *Terry D. Schrunk Portland State Former Mayor of Portland, Oregon James K. Singleton, Jr. California U.S. Senior Judge, Anchorage, Alaska *Joseph J. Sisco Knox Former Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs Richard B. Stone Florida State Former U.S. Ambassador & Former U.S. Senator, Florida W. J. “Billy” Tauzin II Nicholls State American Lobbyist & Politician & Former U.S. Congressman Ryan J. Vescio South Carolina Assistant State Attorney, Florida Brian Wansink Wayne State Former Executive Director, USDA’s Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion Earl Anthony Wayne California/Berkeley U. S. Ambassador to Mexico Wesley W. Watkins Oklahoma State Former Oklahoma State Representative Daniel Webster Georgia Tech Florida State Representative *Charles E. Whittaker Kansas Former United States Supreme Court Justice

*deceased

Know other Tekes in politics? Let us know: [email protected].

Gregory PyleJoe Reardon Mark Schauer Billy Tauzin Brian Wansink Earl Anthony Wayne

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REGION 1 REGION 2 Do you vote? Why? Why not? What do you think motivates a politician? Nick Arcabascio David Bowers IV • Bryant University (Lambda-Phi) • University of Tampa (Epsilon-Beta) • Junior • Junior • Crysophylos • Histor, Social Chair • Finance, 2.9 GPA • Criminology, 3.5 GPA • Campus radio station DJ • Criminology Club, working for the • Political party: Independent; I fi nd Sports Information Department at UT myself agreeing and disagreeing Adrian Perez • Political party: Democratic with both sides of the spectrum. • University of Houston (Epsilon- • Relay Forr Life,e, TheThTh GreatGrG eeaat UrbanUrU baban Fernando Arzu • Up til Dawn, Ronald McDonald Omicron) Race,e, St.StS . PetersburgPeP teersrsbuburgg EasterEasteter EggEEggg • New York Institute of Technology House of Providence, RI, and • Senior Huntt (Upsilon-Mu) Rent-a-Teke for Alzheimer’s (uni- • Philanthropy Chairman “I believeevee motivationmotivivatation forfoor a politicanppooliit • Junior versity students rent out Fraters to • Communications, 2.8 GPA comess fromffrroom thethhee needneed too helphe those • Social Chair do various tasks) • Student video network on they are representingrepreesesentntinng andaand fromfrf per- • Communication Arts, 3.0 GPA “Yes, voting is one of the most campus sonal experiencespeerir ennces thatthhatat havehavave affectedafa • Assistant for Director of Student American things you can do. More • Political party: Republican their lives.” Activities & Leadership Develop- importantly, it is your right as an • NAMI walk, raising money & ment, Orientation leader, fi rst-year American; you should not waste it.” awareness for families and student mentor persons affected by mental • Political party: none illness. • Kids for Kids St. Jude in the Bronx “I think the need for change Zoo motivates a politician. Each politi- “I haven’t voted as of yet, but I plan cian has a view on how to make on registering soon so I can.” this country better--not just for one political party, but for everyone.”

REGION 3 REGION 4 Who is a politican you look up to? Why? What is one topic politicians need to address? Why?

Michael Renz Dylan Jones • Western Illinois Univ. (Zeta-Theta) • St. Louis University (Epsilon-Alpha) • Senior • Junior • Grammateus • Pylortes • Recreation, Park, Tourism & • Information Technology Management, Administration, 2.8 GPA 3.1 GPA • Hospitality Administration Assoc. • Service Leadership, Rainbow Alliance, Club, Student Commercial Recre- Dumbledore’s Army (Harry Potter Club) Michael Rigg ation Tourism Society Club • Political party: Democratic • Univ. of California, Berkeley (Nu) Cody W. Groves • Political party: Republican • Campus Kitchen, Brightside St. Louis • Senior • Marshall University (Beta-Nu) • Relay for Life and Pie a Teke Cleaning • Public Relations Chairman • Junior “I like what Mitt Romney is doing to “To me, one issue that is always over- • Neurobiology, 3.0 GPA • Management Information Systems run for offi ce in November 2012. I look looked is inclusion. Whether it’s joining • Vice Chancellor: Student Affairs (MIS), 2.8 GPA up to him because I think he can turn a club or meeting new people, they and Administration & Finance • Prytanis the economy around and bring much should not be pushed away because Advisory Committees,Dean of • MIS Club President, IFC Vice needed stability.” they are different.” President of Finance & Adminis- Students Advisory Council tration, Resident Advisor • Political party: Democratic • Political party: Democratic • Autism Speaks 5K Race • “Tacos With Teke” for St. Jude “I believe politicans should be do- “I most look up to former President ing everything they can to address Ronald Reagan—not only because the budget crisis in higher ed so he was a brother but because he our universities can continue to was a great president and leader of grow and succeed as prestigious the country.” institutions.”

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2012 Summer Olympics. Summer 2012

Service Tab or email [email protected]. email or Tab Service Slalom Kayaking competition at the London London the at competition Kayaking Slalom

idea by going to tke.org under the the under tke.org to going by idea Tayler represented Canada in the Men’s Men’s the in Canada represented Tayler

Find a service or philanthropy project project philanthropy or service a Find 20th in the world for men’s kayaking. Frater Frater kayaking. men’s for world the in 20th

second run at 97.64 seconds placed him him placed seconds 97.64 at run second

Congratulations to Michael Tayler whose whose Tayler Michael to Congratulations

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Alumni Relations Alumni in Mention Honorable

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results: 24 Results: Recruitment

Philanthropic Dollars: $7,640 Dollars: Philanthropic

GPA: 3.21 GPA:

Strength: 85 Strength:

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

California Polytech-Pomona, Rho-Delta Polytech-Pomona, California

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results: 23 Results: Recruitment

Philanthropic Dollars: $22,032 Dollars: Philanthropic

GPA: 3.18 GPA:

Strength: 72 Strength:

Bucknell University, Beta-Mu University, Bucknell

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

Recruitment Results: 22 Results: Recruitment

Philanthropic Dollars: $2,543 Dollars: Philanthropic

GPA: 2.76 GPA:

Strength: 55 Strength:

Bowling Green State Univ., Zeta-Lambda Univ., State Green Bowling

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

in the surrounding Ottawa area.” Ottawa surrounding the in Recruitment Results: 12 Results: Recruitment

lot of awareness for Christie Lake and all the great things they do for underprivileged children children underprivileged for do they things great the all and Lake Christie for awareness of lot Philanthropic Dollars: $5,817 Dollars: Philanthropic

GPA: 2.52 GPA: stigma surrounding fraternities,” said Finn. “But the most important thing was we generated a a generated we was thing important most the “But Finn. said fraternities,” surrounding stigma

Strength: 115 Strength: “This event was awesome in terms of getting our name out because of all the negative negative the all of because out name our getting of terms in awesome was event “This

Auburn University, Beta-Lambda University, Auburn

to cover the fi rst day of TKEr-Totter. of day rst fi the cover to

cause.” The chapter’s hard work also resulted in CTV Ottawa coming to the Carleton atrium atrium Carleton the to coming Ottawa CTV in resulted also work hard chapter’s The cause.”

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Prytanis Sean Finn. “Even the guys from Christie Lake showed up and helped promote their their promote helped and up showed Lake Christie from guys the “Even Finn. Sean Prytanis Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

“The event received a lot of publicity and attention, which was great,” said Tau-Omega Tau-Omega said great,” was which attention, and publicity of lot a received event “The Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence watched video of the week. the of video watched

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence more than 340,000 views over three days. The live video feed became the website’s most- website’s the became feed video live The days. three over views 340,000 than more

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

By promoting the event through Twitter and streaming it online, TKEr-Totter accumulated accumulated TKEr-Totter online, it streaming and Twitter through event the promoting By

Recruitment Results: 50 Results: Recruitment

online donations in addition to charging for a ride on the saw. the on ride a for charging to addition in donations online

Philanthropic Dollars: $22,000 Dollars: Philanthropic

ticipate in the camp’s activities without any fi nancial requirement. The chapter also received received also chapter The requirement. nancial fi any without activities camp’s the in ticipate

GPA: 2.59 GPA:

to Christie Lake’s Kids Program, which offers underprivileged children opportunities to par- to opportunities children underprivileged offers which Program, Kids Lake’s Christie to Strength: 115 Strength:

The Tekes charged people one dollar for a ride on the see-saw and all money went went money all and see-saw the on ride a for dollar one people charged Tekes The Top TKE Chapter Chapter TKE Top

Arizona State University, Beta-Xi University, State Arizona consecutive hours, raising $1,300 for a local summer camp. camp. summer local a for $1,300 raising hours, consecutive

TKEr-Totter. They built a see-saw, placed it in the university’s atrium, and see-sawed for 63 63 for see-sawed and atrium, university’s the in it placed see-saw, a built They TKEr-Totter.

The men of Tau-Omega Chapter solely organized a philanthropy event in March called the the called March in event philanthropy a organized solely Chapter Tau-Omega of men The

s r e t p a h C Chapters e h T The h t i W With

CARLETON UNIVERSITY, CARLETON Tau-Omega

SUMMER 2012 SUMMER TEKE THE 16 T

mer Prytanis of a TKE chapter. TKE a of Prytanis mer

a pin symbolizing they were a for- a were they symbolizing pin a

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence in the Fraternity and each received received each and Fraternity the in

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

edged for their outstanding work work outstanding their for edged

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Anthony Troise, were acknowl- were Troise, Anthony

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Pete Shea, Andrew Moreira, and and Moreira, Andrew Shea, Pete

Recruitment Results 3 Results Recruitment

Later on, three members, members, three on, Later Philanthropy Dollars $2,095 Dollars Philanthropy

ating an alumni association. association. alumni an ating GPA 3.00 GPA

Strength 27 Strength event served as the kickoff for cre- for kickoff the as served event

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Tau-Theta University, Dickinson Fairleigh his vision for the chapter and this this and chapter the for vision his

brothers. Frater Gallo introduced introduced Gallo Frater brothers.

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

shared by the Prytanis and other other and Prytanis the by shared

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

briefl y for some important words words important some for y briefl Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

The gathering settled down down settled gathering The

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence laughs, food, and celebration. celebration. and food, laughs,

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable can recall a very fun night full of of full night fun very a recall can

Recruitment Results 14 Results Recruitment

Not all of the members of the chapter attended the dinner, but for those who did attend, they they attend, did who those for but dinner, the attended chapter the of members the of all Not

Philanthropy Dollars $5,987 Dollars Philanthropy

was put together by Prytanis Matt Gallo, Chapter Advisor Pete Shea, and Histor Chris Scott. Scott. Chris Histor and Shea, Pete Advisor Chapter Gallo, Matt Prytanis by together put was

GPA 3.00 GPA

at Crown Palace for the chapter’s fi rst annual Alumni Appreciation Dinner. The gathering gathering The Dinner. Appreciation Alumni annual rst fi chapter’s the for Palace Crown at Strength 108 Strength

On January 6, 2012, Tekes at the Upsilon-Lambda chapter gathered for a semiformal event event semiformal a for gathered chapter Upsilon-Lambda the at Tekes 2012, 6, January On Drexel University, Alpha-Tau University, Drexel

Upsilon-Lambda ISLAND, STATEN OF COLLEGE

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 14 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $1,060 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.39 GPA

Strength 23 Strength

Colorado State University, Gamma-Beta University, State Colorado

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 20 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $3,578 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.5 GPA

Strength 47 Strength

City College of New York, Kappa-Sigma York, New of College City

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

Recruitment Results 10 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $40,722 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.75 GPA

Strength 49 Strength

Christian Brothers University, Pi-Epsilon University, Brothers Christian

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence part of the overall TKE - St. Jude campaign and challenge launched earlier this year. this earlier launched challenge and campaign Jude St. - TKE overall the of part

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

celebration. The Alumni Association supported the undergraduate efforts to raise funds as as funds raise to efforts undergraduate the supported Association Alumni The celebration.

Recruitment Results 34 Results Recruitment

The weekend included a Friday evening mixer, a Saturday run, and a Saturday evening evening Saturday a and run, Saturday a mixer, evening Friday a included weekend The

Philanthropy Dollars $30,954 Dollars Philanthropy

in all. At the end of the day, the event raised more than $7,000 for St. Jude. Jude. St. for $7,000 than more raised event the day, the of end the At all. in GPA 3.00 GPA

the way to St. Jude, winding through East Memphis, Midtown and fi nally downtown, 17 miles miles 17 downtown, nally fi and Midtown Memphis, East through winding Jude, St. to way the Strength 81 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top recreating the event and rolling the same barrel from the CBHS campus on Walnut Grove all all Grove Walnut on campus CBHS the from barrel same the rolling and event the recreating

Carleton University, Tau-Omega University, Carleton Epsilon chapter celebrated the 25th anniversary of the original Pi-Epsilon TKE Barrel Roll by by Roll Barrel TKE Pi-Epsilon original the of anniversary 25th the celebrated chapter Epsilon

Research Hospital. On March 31, alumni and current undergraduate members of the Pi- the of members undergraduate current and alumni 31, March On Hospital. Research

Back in 1987, a group of college students from CBU raised $3,500 for St. Jude Children’s Children’s Jude St. for $3,500 raised CBU from students college of group a 1987, in Back

s r e t p a h Chapters C e h The T h t i W With CHRISTIAN BROTHERS UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY, BROTHERS CHRISTIAN Pi-Epsilon

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Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Recruitment Results 8 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $6,220 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.08 GPA

Strength 20 Strength

Lebanon Valley College, Rho-Chi College, Valley Lebanon

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 14 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $165 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.7 GPA

Strength 25 Strength

Knox College, Delta College, Knox

chapter.

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence the event—$600 from the Northeast Ironmen Alumni Association and $300 from the Tau-Pi Tau-Pi the from $300 and Association Alumni Ironmen Northeast the from event—$600 the

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Manhattan on March 24. The Province presented St. Jude with two checks totaling $900 at at $900 totaling checks two with Jude St. presented Province The 24. March on Manhattan

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

The NYC St. Jude Lunch and Learn was hosted by Tau-Pi Chapter at Pace University- Pace at Chapter Tau-Pi by hosted was Learn and Lunch Jude St. NYC The

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

help raise money for St. Jude.” St. for money raise help

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

happy to help our chapters fi nd the resources they need to plan and run successful events and and events successful run and plan to need they resources the nd fi chapters our help to happy Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Jude; we had nine chapters and forty chapter leaders in attendance,” said Frater Donohue. “I’m “I’m Donohue. Frater said attendance,” in leaders chapter forty and chapters nine had we Jude; Recruitment Results 30 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $19,495 Dollars Philanthropy “I’m proud of all the chapters in NYC that sent their members to learn more about St. St. about more learn to members their sent that NYC in chapters the all of proud “I’m

GPA 2.64 GPA pitches for those events. events. those for pitches

Strength 78 Strength

broke into groups to brainstorm ideas for successful events and practice 30-second elevator elevator 30-second practice and events successful for ideas brainstorm to groups into broke

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

directly from St. Jude representatives. To help chapters run these functions, the attendees attendees the functions, these run chapters help To representatives. Jude St. from directly

Iowa State University, Epsilon University, State Iowa

was an opportunity for chapters to come and learn fundraising and volunteer techniques techniques volunteer and fundraising learn and come to chapters for opportunity an was

York City Province, Grand Province Advisor Jon Donohue set up the Lunch and Learn, which which Learn, and Lunch the up set Donohue Jon Advisor Province Grand Province, City York Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence er, the active chapters are not working alone toward that goal. To help the chapters of his New New his of chapters the help To goal. that toward alone working not are chapters active the er,

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence Hospital over fi ve years. In order to achieve that, each chapter will need to do its part. Howev- part. its do to need will chapter each that, achieve to order In years. ve fi over Hospital

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Tau Kappa Epsilon has pledged to raise one million dollars for St. Jude Children’s Research Research Children’s Jude St. for dollars million one raise to pledged has Epsilon Kappa Tau

Recruitment Results 14 Results Recruitment

NEW YORK CITY PROVINCE CITY YORK NEW

Philanthropy Dollars $18,261 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.60 GPA

Strength 49 Strength

Indiana Univ.–Southeast, Omicron-Sigma Univ.–Southeast, Indiana

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 27 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $3,583 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.54 GPA

Strength 53 Strength

(Honorable Mention) (Honorable

Top TKE Chapter Chapter TKE Top

Illinois State University, Mu-Upsilon University, State Illinois

Honorable Mention in Involvement in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 28 Results Recruitment

Pharmacy. Philanthropy Dollars $8,467 Dollars Philanthropy

graduate researcher, with his stipend being paid by Duquesne University’s Mylan School of of School Mylan University’s Duquesne by paid being stipend his with researcher, graduate GPA 3.04 GPA

Strength 99 Strength petitive application process to work in one of the pharmacy labs this summer as an under- an as summer this labs pharmacy the of one in work to process application petitive

Georgia Tech University, Beta-Pi University, Tech Georgia search Program (URP) and Uptown Partners of Pittsburgh. Tom was selected through a com- a through selected was Tom Pittsburgh. of Partners Uptown and (URP) Program search

a community service project in conjunction with Duquesne University’s Undergraduate Re- Undergraduate University’s Duquesne with conjunction in project service community a

Tom Goehring, a Frater from Nu-Phi Chapter, wearing a TKE T-shirt, is seen working on on working seen is T-shirt, TKE a wearing Chapter, Nu-Phi from Frater a Goehring, Tom

s r e t p a h C Chapters e h T The h t i W With DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY, DUQUESNE Nu-Phi WWithith TheThe ChaptersChapters SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, Beta-Chi On Saturday, March 31, the lovely ladies of Delta Zeta and the men of Beta-Chi Chapter teamed up for the Theta Xi Variety Show at Southern Illinois University and won every award Miami University of Ohio, Delta-Xi given out: the grand prize Strength 47 of Overall First Place, as GPA 2.9 well as every specialty Philanthropy Dollars $6,365 award, which includes Recruitment Results 21 Use of Theme and Origi- Excellence in Recruitment Results nality, Dance/Chore- Excellence in Alumni Relations Excellence in Academics ography, Music, Visual Excellence in Involvement Presentation, and Best Acting. Although this Missouri State University, Beta-Omega is an amazing feat that Top TKE Chapter hardly ever happens, it Strength 74 is the second time in the GPA 2.73 Philanthropy Dollars $2,794 past three years that one Recruitment Results 27 performance has swept Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results all the awards. The last group to sweep the show was Tau Kappa Epsilon and Sigma Kappa Honorable Mention in Chapter Size in 2010. Excellence in Community Service Making sure every move was perfected before heading out on stage, TKE and DZ were Excellence in Alumni Relations constantly practicing and rehearsing, and getting an early start in late February is what set Excellence in Academics Excellence in Involvement them apart from the competition. Frater Jeremy Klein was a huge help in getting everyone together and organized so that when show time came, each performer knew exactly what Northwest Missouri State University, Delta-Nu had to be done. Frater Robert Ford also deserves praise for doing a great job as the MC for Top TKE Chapter the variety show. Strength 84 The Theta Xi Variety Show is a school tradition that has taken place annually for the past GPA 2.53 65 years. It offers undergraduates a chance to showcase their talents and is something that Philanthropy Dollars $7,335 students, faculty, alumni, and locals look forward to and enjoy watching every spring. Winning Recruitment Results 24 Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results these awards shows the campus that Tau Kappa Epsilon is a force to be reckoned with in Excellence in Chapter Size whatever they put their efforts toward. Excellence in Community Service Excellence in Alumni Relations Excellence in Academics Excellence in Involvement UNIVERSITY OF AKRON, Beta-Rho Fraters of Beta-Rho Chapter participated Rochester Institute of Technology, Xi-Upsilon in the seventh annual Walk a Mile in Her Strength 56 Shoes® event April 27 at Lock 3 Park. Walk GPA 3.00 a Mile in Her Shoes® is an international Philanthropy Dollars $3,144 event that gives men the opportunity to Recruitment Results 25 Excellence in Recruitment Results show support and solidarity toward women Excellence in Community Service while raising awareness of rape, sexual as- sault and gender violence. During the walk, Saginaw Valley State University, Upsilon-Delta Top TKE Chapter Strength 65 GPA 2.72 Philanthropy Dollars $4,294 Recruitment Results 19 Excellence in Recruitment Results Excellence in Chapter Size Excellence in Community Service Excellence in Alumni Relations Excellence in Academics Steve Klopfenstein (front right) of the Brunswick Hill Po- Excellence in Involvement lice Department walks with his sons Christopher (left,) Brandon and Stephen. (Photo Akron Beacon Journal) Shawnee State University, Tau-Nu Top TKE Chapter raise money and this year, they collected Strength 44 $1,544. Forty teams signed up for the compe- GPA 2.52 tition and raised almost $55,000 for the Rape Philanthropy Dollars $7,234 Crisis Center of Medina and Summit County, Recruitment Results 23 Excellence in Recruitment Results doubling totals from previous years. Excellence in Chapter Size This event is a lot of fun and an oppor- Excellence in Community Service both men and women wore high-heeled tunity for fraternity men to be part of some- Excellence in Alumni Relations shoes and marched for awareness. thing to support females and change the Excellence in Academics The last couple years, Tekes have been stereotype of fraternities often having bad Excellence in Involvement selling wristbands around campus to help reputations.

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at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Hyatt Grand the at

Washington, D.C., August 8–11, 2013, 2013, 8–11, August D.C., Washington, enjoyed the weekend bonding with their brothers while helping the community. community. the helping while brothers their with bonding weekend the enjoyed

The 2013 Conclave will be held in in held be will Conclave 2013 The

faya Trail from McCulloch Road to West Chapman Road. The brothers of Tau Kappa Epsilon Epsilon Kappa Tau of brothers The Road. Chapman West to Road McCulloch from Trail faya

lowing day, the Fraters rose bright and early to dispose of any trash littering the sides of Ala- of sides the littering trash any of dispose to early and bright rose Fraters the day, lowing

the puppies and grooming the cats to washing dishes and unloading a truck of food. The fol- The food. of truck a unloading and dishes washing to cats the grooming and puppies the

were greeted by a friendly staff with many tasks to be completed. Tasks ranged from walking walking from ranged Tasks completed. be to tasks many with staff friendly a by greeted were

March 24. On Saturday, a group of brothers volunteered at Pet Rescue by Judy where they they where Judy by Rescue Pet at volunteered brothers of group a Saturday, On 24. March

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence The brothers of Tau Kappa Epsilon gave back to the community during the weekend of of weekend the during community the to back gave Epsilon Kappa Tau of brothers The

Excellence in Academics in Excellence homelessness and substandard housing in the Central Florida area. area. Florida Central the in housing substandard and homelessness

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

are donated to Habitat at UCF’s student built Habitat home, directly impacting the issue of of issue the impacting directly home, Habitat built student UCF’s at Habitat to donated are

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

while a festival of activities entertains participants and spectators. All proceeds from the event event the from proceeds All spectators. and participants entertains activities of festival a while

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

for a few days of fun and fundraising. Each group builds a shack with limited time and supplies supplies and time limited with shack a builds group Each fundraising. and fun of days few a for

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

chapter. The goal is to bring different student groups and community organizations together together organizations community and groups student different bring to is goal The chapter. Recruitment Results 18 Results Recruitment

Shack-A-Thon is an annual event sponsored by the UCF Habitat for Humanity campus campus Humanity for Habitat UCF the by sponsored event annual an is Shack-A-Thon Philanthropy Dollars $11,191 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.06 GPA vated, and placed third overall. overall. third placed and vated,

Strength 44 Strength ite Shack & Most Moti- Most & Shack ite

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

Money Raised, Favor- Raised, Money

Susquehanna University, Iota-Beta University, Susquehanna

ing categories: Most Most categories: ing

second in the follow- the in second Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

The Tekes placed placed Tekes The Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence community service. service. community

Recruitment Results 9 Results Recruitment 80 combined hours of of hours combined 80

Philanthropy Dollars $1,145 $1,145 Dollars Philanthropy

contributed more than than more contributed

GPA 2.9 GPA

Shack-A-Thon and and Shack-A-Thon

Strength 39 Strength

more than $515 for for $515 than more State College at Farmingdale, Colony 872 Colony Farmingdale, at College State

event and they raised raised they and event

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence Xi-Iota took part in the the in part took Xi-Iota

Excellence in Academics in Excellence This was the fi rst time time rst fi the was This

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

struction of the shack. shack. the of struction

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

helped with the con- the with helped

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

and John Stanton all all Stanton John and

Recruitment Results 16 Results Recruitment

members Kyle Wilson Wilson Kyle members Philanthropy Dollars $7,606 Dollars Philanthropy

son Brotman, and new new and Brotman, son GPA 2.7 GPA

Strength 55 Strength Mike Strobridge, Ja- Strobridge, Mike

Spring Hill College, Upsilon-Alpha College, Hill Spring lando. Fraters Nando Alvarado, John Belba, Vishal Nagda, Chad Beacham, Samuel Gallagher, Gallagher, Samuel Beacham, Chad Nagda, Vishal Belba, John Alvarado, Nando Fraters lando.

UCF Tekes participated in Shack-A-Thon March 18–20, which took place at Memory Mall in Or- in Mall Memory at place took which 18–20, March Shack-A-Thon in participated Tekes UCF

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Xi-Iota FLORIDA, CENTRAL OF UNIVERSITY

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence lence. Congratulations to the brothers of Pi-Delta for an excellent year! excellent an for Pi-Delta of brothers the to Congratulations lence.

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Chapter of Excellence Award, recognizing the IFC fraternity that exhibits overall chapter excel- chapter overall exhibits that fraternity IFC the recognizing Award, Excellence of Chapter

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of the evening occurred with TKE, once more, winning the prestigious Dr. Aaron L. Lamar, Jr. Jr. Lamar, L. Aaron Dr. prestigious the winning more, once TKE, with occurred evening the of

Philanthropy Dollars $9,441 Dollars Philanthropy

Development Award for work in getting alumni engaged in chapter success. But the highlight highlight the But success. chapter in engaged alumni getting in work for Award Development

GPA 3.11 GPA

the Greek Advisor Cup for the Scholarship Award, and the UAB National Alumni Society Alumni Alumni Society Alumni National UAB the and Award, Scholarship the for Cup Advisor Greek the Strength 50 Strength

Award for highest GPA among IFC fraternities, fraternities, IFC among GPA highest for Award (Honorable Mention) (Honorable

Top TKE Chapter Chapter TKE Top event, TKE won the Scholastic Achievement Achievement Scholastic the won TKE event,

Epsilon-Eta categories that were recognized during this this during recognized were that categories

Southwestern Oklahoma State University, University, State Oklahoma Southwestern

ceremony on Sunday, April 15. Among the the Among 15. April Sunday, on ceremony

eted awards at the 2012 Annual Greek Awards Awards Greek Annual 2012 the at awards eted

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

nce again, Pi-Delta won several cov- several won Pi-Delta again, nce O

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

ue to make this bigger and better each year. each better and bigger this make to ue Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence to build on successes in the past, and contin- and past, the in successes on build to

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable and they intend to make this an annual event, event, annual an this make to intend they and

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

The Tekes raised more than $2,400 $2,400 than more raised Tekes The

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donations were given to St. Jude. St. to given were donations

Philanthropy Dollars $3,757 Dollars Philanthropy

cer. One hundred percent of all proceeds and and proceeds all of percent hundred One cer. GPA 2.65 GPA

Hospital and their fi ght against childhood can- childhood against ght fi their and Hospital Strength 36 Strength

Epsilon-Theta the children at St. Jude Children’s Research Research Children’s Jude St. at children the

Southeastern Oklahoma State University, University, State Oklahoma Southeastern UAB students and other Greek organizations. It was designed to raise money for the benefi t of of t benefi the for money raise to designed was It organizations. Greek other and students UAB

April 18–19. “TKEs for Tykes” was a two-day event consisting of group competitions among among competitions group of consisting event two-day a was Tykes” for “TKEs 18–19. April

Pi-Delta Chapter held its inaugural “TKEs for Tykes – Tournaments for Kids Everywhere” benefi t t benefi Everywhere” Kids for Tournaments – Tykes for “TKEs inaugural its held Chapter Pi-Delta

s r e t p a h C Chapters e h T The h t i W With

UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM, BIRMINGHAM, AT ALABAMA OF UNIVERSITY Pi-Delta Pi-Delta

SUMMER 2012 SUMMER TEKE THE 20 T

ship, fun, and networking. and fun, ship,

connect with other Fraters for fellow- for Fraters other with connect

chapter or area. It’s an opportunity to to opportunity an It’s area. or chapter

Start an alumni association for your your for association alumni an Start

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 20 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $14,372 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.35 GPA

Strength 99 Strength

University of California – Berkeley, Nu Berkeley, – California of University

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Community Service Community in Mention Honorable

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Philanthropy Dollars $900 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.61 GPA

Strength 24 Strength

University of Albany, Pi-Omega Albany, of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence competition in 23 Olympic-type sports. Olympic-type 23 in competition

Excellence in Academics in Excellence the needs of children and adults with intellectual disabilities by providing sports training and and training sports providing by disabilities intellectual with adults and children of needs the

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Special Olympics Iowa. Special Olympics Iowa (SOIA) is a nonprofi t organization that serves serves that organization t nonprofi a is (SOIA) Iowa Olympics Special Iowa. Olympics Special

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

year, for the Iowa City Polar Plunge. The chapter raised more than $3,000 this semester for for semester this $3,000 than more raised chapter The Plunge. Polar City Iowa the for year,

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

On Saturday, March 24, Lambda-Eta Tekes jumped into Lake Coralville, as they do every every do they as Coralville, Lake into jumped Tekes Lambda-Eta 24, March Saturday, On Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Lambda-Eta IOWA, OF UNIVERSITY Recruitment Results 23 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $5,358 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.01 GPA

Strength 59 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

University of Alabama at Birmingham, Pi-Delta Birmingham, at Alabama of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $3,415 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.95 GPA

Strength 39 Strength

Truman State University, Iota-Gamma University, State Truman

Honorable Mention in Involvement in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Alumni Relations Alumni in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Community Service Community in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $8,968 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.8 GPA

Strength 52 Strength

Texas Tech University, Omicron-Rho University, Tech Texas

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence hyrcie hsya n oet e vroenx pigto too! spring next everyone see to hope and year this received they

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence fi nished fi rst out of 36 women with a time of 25:08. The brothers appreciate all the support support the all appreciate brothers The 25:08. of time a with women 36 of out rst fi nished fi

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Dimes. Frater Derrick Weeks fi nished fi rst out of 12 men with a time of 20:19. Grace Bowser Bowser Grace 20:19. of time a with men 12 of out rst fi nished fi Weeks Derrick Frater Dimes.

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

Gamma Sigma Sigma sent the most sisters to the 5K and won $250 for the March of of March the for $250 won and 5K the to sisters most the sent Sigma Sigma Gamma

Recruitment Results 16 Results Recruitment

that brought the most members, along with a trophy for their house. house. their for trophy a with along members, most the brought that

Philanthropy Dollars $6,084 Dollars Philanthropy

women) and $250 went toward the national philanthropy of both the fraternity and sorority sorority and fraternity the both of philanthropy national the toward went $250 and women) GPA 2.36 GPA

the Alzheimer’s Association. Trophies were awarded to the fastest fi nishers (both men and and men (both nishers fi fastest the to awarded were Trophies Association. Alzheimer’s the Strength 36 Strength

Tennessee Tech University, Mu-Omicron University, Tech Tennessee April 1, 2012, the Xi-Lambda chapter held its TKE 5K Run for Reagan, raising $818.30 for for $818.30 raising Reagan, for Run 5K TKE its held chapter Xi-Lambda the 2012, 1, April

tion as an offi cial TKE philanthropy. Nationwide, TKE has raised more than $350,000. On On $350,000. than more raised has TKE Nationwide, philanthropy. TKE cial offi an as tion

At the 2001 Conclave in New Orleans, the Grand Chapter adopted the Alzheimer’s Associa- Alzheimer’s the adopted Chapter Grand the Orleans, New in Conclave 2001 the At

s r e t p a h Chapters C e h The T h t i W With UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, GEORGIA, OF UNIVERSITY Xi-Lambda

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Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Recruitment Results 15 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $1,895 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.77 GPA

for the hospital. hospital. the for Strength 70 Strength

University of Missouri, Beta-Theta Missouri, of University Alumni Golf Tournament brought in another $1,800 $1,800 another in brought Tournament Golf Alumni

than $1,200 for St. Jude and their fi rst annual TKE TKE annual rst fi their and Jude St. for $1,200 than

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

During Mini TEKE Week, the chapter netted more more netted chapter the Week, TEKE Mini During

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable

per capita fundraising in each of the last two years. years. two last the of each in fundraising capita per

Honorable Mention in Alumni Relations Alumni in Mention Honorable

as WPI has been crowned second in the nation for for nation the in second crowned been has WPI as

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

campus for this event. This is especially signifi cant cant signifi especially is This event. this for campus Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

level of participation in Relay For Life, raising $7,000, the highest amount of any fraternity on on fraternity any of amount highest the $7,000, raising Life, For Relay in participation of level Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

Recruitment Results 20 Results Recruitment eral new initiatives to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and a fantastic fantastic a and Hospital Research Children’s Jude St. for money raise to initiatives new eral

Philanthropy Dollars $28,728 Dollars Philanthropy

totals to raise in excess of $16,000 for charity in 2011–12. Included in these efforts were sev- were efforts these in Included 2011–12. in charity for $16,000 of excess in raise to totals

GPA 3.05 GPA

tive to improve their already notable philanthropic efforts and more than tripled their 2010–11 2010–11 their tripled than more and efforts philanthropic notable already their improve to tive

Strength 87 Strength

Zeta-Mu Chapter, despite winning an Excellence Award in Community Service, took the initia- the took Service, Community in Award Excellence an winning despite Chapter, Zeta-Mu

University of Maryland, Beta-Delta Maryland, of University

Zeta-Mu Zeta-Mu UNIVERSITY, POLYTECHNIC WORCESTER

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

house will be great for hosting events and hanging out. hanging and events hosting for great be will house Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Recruitment Results 18 Results Recruitment in the new house he secured for the chapter starting in the fall. An empty lot adjacent to the the to adjacent lot empty An fall. the in starting chapter the for secured he house new the in

Philanthropy Dollars $5,267 Dollars Philanthropy Finally, thanks to the efforts of Epiprytanis Matt Dosser, almost everyone will be living living be will everyone almost Dosser, Matt Epiprytanis of efforts the to thanks Finally,

GPA 2.94 GPA

as tug-of-war, ballyhoo (a dance competition), philanthropy, and battle of the bands. the of battle and philanthropy, competition), dance (a ballyhoo tug-of-war, as

Strength 46 Strength

with Delta Gamma sorority, Tekes competed against other pairings in events such such events in pairings other against competed Tekes sorority, Gamma Delta with

University of Georgia, Xi-Lambda Georgia, of University

ta to particpate in Spring Jam—a weeklong celebration toward the end of April. Paired Paired April. of end the toward celebration weeklong Jam—a Spring in particpate to ta

gives them a larger voice in the happenings on campus. Being in IFC also allowed The- allowed also IFC in Being campus. on happenings the in voice larger a them gives Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

tor of academics for Campus Greek Life. This has greatly helped TKE’s presence and and presence TKE’s helped greatly has This Life. Greek Campus for academics of tor Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 20 Results Recruitment Frater Connor Evarts, Prytanis, was appointed to the IFC Executive Board as direc- as Board Executive IFC the to appointed was Prytanis, Evarts, Connor Frater

Philanthropy Dollars $9,352 Dollars Philanthropy in some capacity. capacity. some in

GPA 2.70 GPA

Frater Richard Shneur headed the tournament planning, and everyone in the chapter helped helped chapter the in everyone and planning, tournament the headed Shneur Richard Frater

Strength 38 Strength

the Alzheimer’s Association. Ten teams participated and the chapter raised more than $1,000. $1,000. than more raised chapter the and participated teams Ten Association. Alzheimer’s the

University of Central Missouri, Delta-Lambda Missouri, Central of University

On April 14, Theta Tekes hosted “A Swift Kick in the Alz”—a kickball tournament benefi ting ting benefi tournament kickball Alz”—a the in Kick Swift “A hosted Tekes Theta 14, April On

Theta MINNESOTA, OF UNIVERSITY Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

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Philanthropy Dollars $9,035 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.8 GPA

Strength 81 Strength

University of Central Florida, Xi-Iota Florida, Central of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 38 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $4,050 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.11 GPA

Strength 133 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

University of California, San Diego, Pi-Xi Diego, San California, of University

s r e t p a h Chapters C e h The T h t i W With

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World. Better a for Men Better

Southwestern Oklahoma State University State Oklahoma Southwestern

chapter. These chapters epitomize epitomize chapters These chapter.

Epsilon-Eta in a well-rounded and successful successful and well-rounded a in

ricular Activities, the sum results results sum the Activities, ricular Illinois State University State Illinois

Academic Success, and Extracur- and Success, Academic

Mu-Upsilon

munity Service, Alumni Relations, Relations, Alumni Service, munity

ment Results, Chapter Size, Com- Size, Chapter Results, ment

honorable mention honorable connected focus areas of Recruit- of areas focus connected

Broken down into six distinct, yet yet distinct, six into down Broken

top TKE chapters chapters TKE top

ces of the Grand Chapter. Chapter. Grand the of ces fi Of the

a chapter in good standing with with standing good in chapter a

the six excellence awards and be be and awards excellence six the

award are to meet at least four of of four least at meet to are award

gible to receive a Top TKE Chapter Chapter TKE Top a receive to gible

Washington State University State Washington

cial requirements to be eli- be to requirements cial fi of The

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top Alpha-Gamma

University of Wisconsin-Madison of University

Lambda

University of West Georgia West of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Academics in Mention Honorable Xi-Theta

Honorable Mention in Alumni Relations Alumni in Mention Honorable

University of Washington of University

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Chi Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

University of California, San Diego San California, of University

Recruitment Results 15 Results Recruitment

Pi-Xi Philanthropy Dollars $46,734 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.03 GPA

University of Alabama at Birmingham at Alabama of University

Strength 68 Strength

Pi-Delta University of Texas-Austin, Gamma-Upsilon Texas-Austin, of University

Susquehanna University Susquehanna

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Iota-Beta Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Shawnee State University State Shawnee

Recruitment Results 14 Results Recruitment

Tau-Nu Philanthropy Dollars $5,183 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.86 GPA

Saginaw Valley State University State Valley Saginaw

Strength 38 Strength

Upsilon-Delta University of Southern Indiana, Nu-Lambda Indiana, Southern of University

Northwest Missouri State University State Missouri Northwest

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Delta-Nu

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence Missouri State University State Missouri

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Beta-Omega

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence Iowa State University State Iowa

Recruitment Results 31 Results Recruitment

Epsilon

Philanthropy Dollars $33,168 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.21 GPA Carleton University Carleton

Strength 132 Strength

Tau-Omega

University of Southern California, Beta-Sigma California, Southern of University

California Polytechnic University-Pomona Polytechnic California

Honorable Mention in Involvement in Mention Honorable

Rho-Delta

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Arizona State University State Arizona Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Beta-Xi

Honorable Mention in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Mention Honorable

Recruitment Results 18 Results Recruitment

top TKE chapters TKE top

Philanthropy Dollars $28,987 $28,987 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.6 GPA

Strength 43 Strength University of Nevada –Reno, Pi-Iota –Reno, Nevada of University

tau kappa epsilon kappa tau

s r e t p a h Chapters C e h The T h t i W With

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Mu-Omicron, Tennessee Technological University Technological Tennessee Mu-Omicron,

Brad Michaels Brad

Xi-Theta, University of West Georgia West of University Xi-Theta, ment skills are exceptional. are skills ment

his individual membership recruit- membership individual his Joshua Stephens Joshua

and must be able to explain how how explain to able be must and

Xi-Lambda, University of Georgia of University Xi-Lambda,

extraordinary recruitment results results recruitment extraordinary

Joshua Indech Joshua

of a chapter that has achieved achieved has that chapter a of

Delta-Lambda, University of Central Missouri Central of University Delta-Lambda, be an active collegiate member member collegiate active an be

A candidate for this award must must award this for candidate A

Cory Davis Cory

Recruiter

Top Teke Teke Top

honorable mention honorable

top TKE recruiters recruiters TKE top

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Danny Klopfenstein Taylor Witt Taylor Klopfenstein Danny

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $16,457 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.85 GPA

Strength 60 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

University of Wisconsin – Madison, Lambda Madison, – Wisconsin of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Gabriel Espinosa Cameron Gulley Wesley Johnston Wesley Gulley Cameron Espinosa Gabriel

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $3,330 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.60 GPA

Strength 29 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

University of West Georgia, Xi-Theta Georgia, West of University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Honorable Mention in Community Service Community in Mention Honorable

Xi-Omega, Virginia Polytechnic Institute Polytechnic Virginia Xi-Omega, Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Taylor Witt Taylor

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Alpha-Gamma, Washington State University State Washington Alpha-Gamma, Philanthropy Dollars $6,992 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.25 GPA

Danny Klopfenstein Danny

Strength 90 Strength

Epsilon-Theta, Southeastern Oklahoma State University State Oklahoma Southeastern Epsilon-Theta, Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

University of Washington, Chi Washington, of University Wesley Johnston Wesley

Tau-Nu, Shawnee State University State Shawnee Tau-Nu,

Honorable Mention in Involvement in Mention Honorable

Honorable Mention in Alumni Relations Alumni in Mention Honorable Cameron Gulley Cameron

Honorable Mention in Community Service Community in Mention Honorable

Beta-Xi, Arizona State University State Arizona Beta-Xi,

Honorable Mention in Chapter Size Chapter in Mention Honorable

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence Gabriel Espinosa Gabriel

Recruitment Results 29 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $2,071 Dollars Philanthropy

top TKE recruiters TKE top

GPA 2.5 GPA

Strength 42 Strength

Kappa-Beta Colony Kappa-Beta Univ. of Texas–Pan American, American, Texas–Pan of Univ.

award winners ’12 winners award

s r e t p a h C Chapters e h T The h t i W With

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Auburn University Auburn American Texas-Pan of University

Beta-Lambda Chapter Beta-Lambda Colony Kappa-Beta

Carlos Perry Carlos Grajales Gustavo

a Fraternity Man. Man. Fraternity a

showed others what it means to be be to means it what others showed

practice what they preached, they they preached, they what practice

to the forefront. Not only did they they did only Not forefront. the to

Brotherhood) and brought them them brought and Brotherhood)

ship, Teamwork, Service, and and Service, Teamwork, ship,

(Scholarship, Character, Leader- Character, (Scholarship,

taken each cornerstone principle principle cornerstone each taken

concept. They have have They concept. World Better

Better Men for a a for Men Better the ed fi exempli

nity. Each individual selected has has selected individual Each nity.

a collegiate member of this Frater- this of member collegiate a

Award is the highest honor given to to given honor highest the is Award

The TKE International Top Teke Teke Top International TKE The

Top Tekes Top

honorable mention honorable

top tekes top

University

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Lebanon Valley College Valley Lebanon Southeastern Oklahoma State State Oklahoma Southeastern

Virginia Polytechnic Institute Polytechnic Virginia

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Rho-Chi Chapter Rho-Chi Epsilon-Theta Chapter Epsilon-Theta

Xi-Omega Chapter Xi-Omega

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Michael Nesbitt Michael Wesley Johnston Wesley Mark Letenzi Mark

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $16,103 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.07 GPA

Strength 91 Strength

Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Zeta-Mu Institute, Polytechnic Worcester

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Excellence in Chapter Size Chapter in Excellence

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

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Philanthropy Dollars $7,837 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 2.91 GPA

Strength 90 Strength

Top TKE Chapter TKE Top

Washington State University, Alpha-Gamma University, State Washington

University of Georgia of University University of West Georgia West of University California Southern of University

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence Xi-Lambda Chapter Xi-Lambda Xi-Theta Chapter Xi-Theta Chapter Beta-Sigma

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence Grayson Jacobs Grayson Benjamin Helton Benjamin Gagliano Steven

Excellence in Recruitment Results Recruitment in Excellence

Recruitment Results 30 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $8,968 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.05 GPA

Strength 52 Strength

Virginia Tech, Xi-Omega Tech, Virginia

Excellence in Involvement in Excellence

Excellence in Academics in Excellence

Excellence in Alumni Relations Alumni in Excellence

Excellence in Community Service Community in Excellence

Recruitment Results 17 Results Recruitment

Philanthropy Dollars $4,189 Dollars Philanthropy

GPA 3.10 GPA

Strength 41 Strength Univ. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Zeta-Zeta Wisconsin-Milwaukee, of Univ.

top tekes ’12 tekes top

s r e t p a h Chapters C e h The T h t i W With A LOOK BACK Where is he now? Michael J. McEvilly 1980 Top Teke

This Fraternity has had a number of TKE is the foundation for my success in prominent members sitting where many the business community.” of you are right now. The highest perform- His best memory from college—ini- ers and leaders in collegiate chapters tiation. He said there were many organi- are selected for an elite group called Top zations he was a part of, but none were Teke. Since the award’s inception, less as infl uential to his success today. The than one percent of TKE’s membership friends he made are still among his clos- has been honored in this way. In 1980, est today. Frater Mike McEvilly (Beta-Eta, University “Facebook certainly makes it easier of Missouri-Rolla) was chosen as one of to renew old friendships and remain in the nine recipients. He is still representing touch. In addition, I have recently been the organization in daily life. more active with both the university and Since his graduation from what TKE. I have returned to lecture classes, was then known as Missouri University been elected into the Academy of Civil of Science and Technology in 1981, he Engineers and the Academy of Engi- has been employed in the oil and gas in- neering Management, been selected as dustry in Houston. He was the worldwide a Chapter Honor member in Chi Epsilon, Mike McEvilly, 2012 manager of Facilities and Construction and am serving on the board of directors at Anadarko Petroleum Corp. until 2007. for the alumni association. Through these At that time, Frater McEvilly moved to a organizations, I am able to renew ac- contractor/fabricator, and was the senior quaintances with classmates along with Mike and his wife Mary have been executive vice president of operations for fellow Tekes. Within the last year, I have married for 32 years. They have two Spitzer Industries, overseeing 1,000 em- served as a member of the committee to children: Melissa, 27, and Michael, 26. ployees and 525,000 square feet of fabri- design and raise funds for the building of Melissa is married to Tim Frank and cation facilities. Currently, he is the man- a new TKE house on campus. has one child, Timothy (6 months). Mi- ager of the Tubular Bells development for Frater McEvilly has no plans for re- chael is married to Katie (Hoelzer) and Hess Corporation (a $2.5 B company) in tirement as long as work remains “inter- is starting his last year at Duke Univer- the deep-water Gulf of Mexico. esting, challenging and rewarding.” He sity Law School. He said there are many skills learned wants to remain active with the university Frater McEvilly is active in the during his collegiate years that he still uti- and TKE, as well as continue his commit- Lutheran Church, the Lions Club, the lizes today. ment to his church and charitable organi- Elks Lodge, the Shriners and the Ma- “Aside from an academic perspec- zations. sonic Lodge (holding local and state tive, I was active in the Fraternity, hold- Building Better Men for a Better offi ces in the Masonic Lodge). For ing several committee chairs and offi ces,” World is what this Fraternity is all about. hobbies, he enjoys shooting sport- ing clays and bird hunting. He was said Frater McEvilly. “The ability to work He is an excellent example of an impact- selected Young Engineer of the Year in a leadership group, obtain a consen- ful, yet humble Teke. In both his profes- in 1993 by the Texas Society of Pro- sus, and implement/execute a plan are sional and personal life, he looks to fessional Engineers and serves on make a difference through action rather fundamental principles for virtually all several professional advisory boards. successful organizations and business- than word. The TKE Nation thanks Frater He is a Registered Professional Engi- es. I would venture to say that developing McEvilly for representing this organiza- neer in the state of Texas. leadership, people and public speaking tion so well, and we wish you continued skills while an undergraduate member in success in the future.

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 25 Animal House vs. Total Frat Move:

An in-depth look at how public perceptions have been shaped by two iconic representations

bish, elitist fraternity against the underperforming pranksters and partiers. The movie brought Greek Life unprecedented ex- posure during the early ’80s and arguably shaped most of the viewpoints we see today. It’s full of exaggerations and one-sided views, but the writers believed viewers would understand this. The late Dwayne Woerpel, PGP, believed the pub- lic would keep everything in perspective. “Most observ- ers will realize that the Deltas do not actually portray the college men of 1962 or 1978. Nor does the stereotype ‘goody two-shoes’ Omegas. The truth is somewhere in be- tween.” He went on to say, “Animal House is a refreshing re- minder that we should never take ourselves too seriously.” Some college administrators agreed with Frater Woerpel. Don Cook, advisor to fraternities at Eastern Illinois Univer- sity in 1979, said, “[Fraternities] realize that neither the high spirited brotherhood of the Deltas nor the organization of the Omegas alone will provide a successful fraternity expe- rience.” He added, “If a fraternity tries to become the Animal House, as the fi lm presents it, they are in for real trouble.” During the production of this article, Dartmouth had a very negative view of the fraternity system after the fi lm came out. They passed a resolution through a portion of their faculty by a vote of 67–13 to close the school’s 20 fraternities and two sororities. The proposal went to the school’s board of trustees and was ultimately overturned. The university was approxi- mately 50 percent Greek at the time, but the scare led to a number of reforms for requirements including minimums for Grade Point Averages, community service and campus in-

Perfecting your bad cop, bad cop routine on the pledges. TFM. This is just one of several thousand “Total Frat Move” say- ings you can see on totalfratmove.com. The site started up in 2010 and has since grown its number of followers to more than 440,000 on Twitter. This is up from closing their fi rst year in existence at 134,000 and is on pace to end 2012 with al- most one million participants. It has expanded operations by adding Total Sorority Move along with user submitted photos, videos, news, discussions and sweethearts. Some argue this is a funny, lighthearted way to poke fun at fraternities while others say it helps to further perpetuate the stereotypes by damag- ing any progress these organizations have made to combat it. THE TEKE magazine addressed this topic in the January 1979 edition article titled “Animal House: Insult or Indicator.” They took a look at the impact this movie had in its infancy and what its potential was moving forward. The fi lm pitted two very different spectrums of the fraternity world: the wealthy, snob-

26 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 “With the advent of the internet and meteoric rise of social media, today’s generation is looking at TotalFratMove.com. Some of the same concerns brought up with Animal House are rising to the surface once again.”

50 percent user-submitted and 50 per- cent created by an internal content team. This leads to the question: is Total Frat Move, like Animal House, something to be viewed as satirical or demeaning? THE TEKE asked this question on the of- fi cial TKE social networks. The response yielded one of the highest number of com- ments for a topic like this. Here are a few se- lected to give both sides of the argument.

POSITIVE

“I think it’s funny. I don’t take it seriously. To me it’s like the SNL [Saturday Night riously as your Image, Purpose, Mission, Live] for Greeks.” Values and Relevance is being ‘hijacked.’”

“Total Frat Move is an entertaining site. “TFM has its moments, but does nothing It can be funny, but it's not meant to be but confi rm the stereotypes. Does noth- taken seriously. If you make that site ing but hurt us.” the standard for fraternity, you probably also cite Wikipedia on a research paper.” The comments received on the social volvement. Many colleges adopted simi- networks break down to: lar regulations that have been modifi ed “It's funny, but you must take every- over the years to what you see today. thing on there with a grain of salt.” 71% Positive With the advent of the internet and 19% On the Fence meteoric rise of social media, today’s gen- ON THE FENCE 10% Negative eration is looking at TotalFratMove.com. Some of the same concerns brought up “Both ... some give us that stereotype While no statistics were given in the with Animal House are rising to the surface we’re always trying to get away from, 1979 article, the sentiments refl ect a sim- once again. Whether it is regarding videos but some of that stuff is freaking funny.” ilar trend to today’s question about TFM. of last week’s “darty” (day party) or discus- In both cases, they were viewed as hu- sions about college life and who the hottest “I don't know about ‘offensive,’ but it is morous as opposed to threatening. Does sorority chick is, it’s all documented and unfortunate that some fraternity men this mean we should see this site as no easily accessible with TFM. The creators —Tekes included—think and act in the big deal? It’s up to you to form your own have remained anonymous since starting it. ways that are being satirized by TFM.” opinion. However, we are in an era that is That said, they have been interviewed over scrutinizing what Greek Life is all about, the phone by a few college newspapers. “There are times when things on TFM are its value on campuses and a plethora While in college, the founder and his pretty funny, but at the same time some of of lawsuits relating to acts promoted on fraternity brothers would occasionally say the posts give all fraternities a bad image. TFM. This is not to say that the opinions ‘that’s a total frat move’ when someone We as brothers need to keep having awe- voiced above are not valid, but we must did something that was stereotypical. The some times, but try to insure that those be mindful that the world is watching. concept of turning this into a user-gener- times never refl ect badly on who we are.” ated platform happened a few years later. It gained traction after he called a frater- NEGATIVE nity brother, who happened to be a Web developer, with the idea. They agreed that “I hear that you feel it’s ‘funny’ and we no one in mainstream media had correct- need to ‘lighten up.’ Is society, your col- ly portrayed the “frat” culture since Animal lege/university giving you the benefi t of House in 1978. They weren’t sure what the doubt? Does TFM set an ‘image’ of to expect when it was launched, but they who you are and what you are about? were confi dent people would fi nd it funny. Do you think society is going to keep us The Texas based website had 17,000 around if they continue to believe this is unique visitors and 80,000 page views in who you are and what you do? Because their fi rst month. The quick popularity gave if it is what you feel we are and what we the creators confi dence this could be very do, we are pretty much just buying our lucrative. The content on the site is about time before it’s all gone. Got to take it se-

SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 27 Planning for Formal Rush

Adapted from THE TEKE, May 1968

The issues you face, both good and bad, for the most part and you can be top of your campus simply by bringing in more are not new. New technologies, rules and the student are differ- diverse and quality men than your competitors. Remember: ent, but the concepts behind a successful recruitment program “Quantity Drives Quality.” are very similar. So much so, THE TEKE is looking back to a magazine produced in May 1968 to give a new perspective to a The usual formal rush is structured so highly that often common problem—succeeding in recruitment. Whether you are potential new members must appear at a certain number of going through the process now or are a deferred campus, you houses, attired in certain dress, or even sign up with the Greek can use this information to continue rush 24/7/365. Life offi ce to be considered. As a result, formal rush can be mass confusion unless everyone in the chapter knows exactly Like in every rush program, the key to success is always what is expected of him and what rules he must abide by. organization. The chapter that is well organized has a defi nite plan of action, spent some time learning and practicing tech- Because of the short period of time and hectic hours of niques of recruitment and is highly motivated will always be the the usual formal recruitment process, the Rush Chairman must most effective. Every program is measured in terms of results, have exceptional organizational ability and the chapter must give him complete responsibility for conducting an effective pro- gram. The support of the entire chapter is paramount to fulfi lling expectations.

After the Rush Chairman has developed the specifi c pro- gram to be utilized and it has been adopted by the chapter, he must then proceed to teach each member his job and drill him until he knows it letter-perfect. He should actually “walk the chapter” through its paces for each day’s activity.

While conducting the training of the chapter, a Rush Chair- man’s goals are:

1. To explain and familiarize all members with the cam- pus rules and regulations about recruitment.

2. To explain the chapter’s rush program to the entire chapter.

3. To have the chapter become profi cient in the use of various recruiting techniques.

4. To motivate and inspire each member to carry out the plan effi ciently to produce desired results.

In some ways, formal rush is easier because it sets aside a given time when everyone is aware recruitment is taking place. Under normal formal rush conditions, there are generally not so many distractions because it is taking place early in the year (fall or spring). Therefore, motivating members for this is not typically diffi cult.

During formal recruitment, there is a very limited time with each potential new member, so the chapter can spare no time for idle and aimless chatter. Like a successful advertising cam- paign, a very powerful urge to buy must be created. While a man can be talked into accepting a bid, it is much better to let him actually experience or get the feel of the Fraternity.

28 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 Here are some general rush hints that work for every chap- 6. Take the potential member as far toward a bid as pos- ter. You will be more successful if you follow these procedures. sible each time you meet with him. If he isn’t willing to com- mit, fi nd out the reason(s) why and discuss how they can be 1. The chapter should be real. Be sincere and present resolved. If it is against the IFC rules to bid a man at any time, the chapter as it really is. get an oral commitment and continue to follow-up. This is a lost art, but is essential whether you are talking about recruitment or 2. Sell the future. Tell what the chapter would be like to- your life after college. morrow with him joining and how he can help accomplish the Fraternity’s goals. Take a good look at the men you are recruiting—always remember that freshmen in their teens are often away from 3. Always be a good listener. This indicates that you are home for the fi rst time and are unfamiliar with fraternities taking a genuine interest in the rushee. He won’t even realize (especially because most viewpoints have come from media you’re rushing him if you work your points into the conversation and movies). They will have misconceptions and living in the and let the potential new member do his share of the talking. college dorms, they may fi nd those who have negative atti- tudes toward fraternity life. Give the rushee the benefi t of the 4. Always use the pattern of: doubt, for in a highly structured formal rush situation, it is next to impossible to judge a man through a few brief encounters. • Selling fraternity You will fi nd out more as he completes the program.

• Selling TKE Success in recruitment is inevitable if you have your entire chapter working actively toward gaining potential new mem- • Extending the bid bers. The program should not be entirely on the Rush Chair- man; each individual must have the confi dence to ask the man if 5. Don’t dirty rush. There is enough to tell him about he wants to join. Only then will the chapter see the fruits of their fraternity life in general and about how great TKE is without efforts. Don’t let the opportunity pass by a potential new mem- running down the other fraternities. After all, we are all part of ber. Remember that if you never ask the question, the answer the same movement. will always be no.

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programs and opportunities that may other- may that opportunities and programs

making TKE the best fraternity in the world. world. the in fraternity best the TKE making them while providing valuable resources, resources, valuable providing while them

Schouten for his hard work and dedication to to dedication and work hard his for Schouten chapters. We are able to provide a voice for for voice a provide to able are We chapters.

Offi ces of the Grand Chapter thank Frater Frater thank Chapter Grand the of ces Offi they continue to build and develop their their develop and build to continue they

Odyssey of the Mind and AYSO soccer. The The soccer. AYSO and Mind the of Odyssey and services to our active members as as members active our to services and

” ” organization. the of

ber of public school based programs such as as such programs based school public of ber “It allows me to extend my knowledge knowledge my extend to me allows “It

involved as an alumnus alumnus an as involved

Outside of TKE, he works with a num- a with works he TKE, of Outside to the success of the Fraternity. Fraternity. the of success the to

I am able to be actively actively be to able am I

chartering this fall.” this chartering perience. He says volunteering is a vital part part vital a is volunteering says He perience.

my role as a volunteer, volunteer, a as role my

establish a colony at SUNY-Delhi which will be be will which SUNY-Delhi at colony a establish to the organization and continue his TKE ex- TKE his continue and organization the to for Life and through through and Life for

my pledge brother, Frater Sean Babcock, to to Babcock, Sean Frater brother, pledge my vides him the opportunity to stay connected connected stay to opportunity the him vides lon is the Fraternity Fraternity the is lon

enal team in Region 1 as well as work with with work as well as 1 Region in team enal Volunteering, to Frater Schouten, pro- Schouten, Frater to Volunteering, that Tau Kappa Epsi- Kappa Tau that

member, I was taught taught was I member, the opportunity to volunteer with a phenom- a with volunteer to opportunity the the TKE family. TKE the

As an undergraduate undergraduate an As “ ever, one of my favorite moments has been been has moments favorite my of one ever, oversees as well as bringing on colonies to to colonies on bringing as well as oversees

Gamma-Zeta, has been very rewarding. How- rewarding. very been has Gamma-Zeta, at bringing out the best in the chapters he he chapters the in best the out bringing at

“Continuing work with my home chapter, chapter, home my with work “Continuing of the Catskill Province, he has excelled excelled has he Province, Catskill the of

moments in his tenure. his in moments Month for July. As Grand Province Advisor Advisor Province Grand As July. for Month

cessful. He says there have been many great great many been have there says He cessful. ma-Zeta, Hartwick College) Volunteer of the the of Volunteer College) Hartwick ma-Zeta,

respect and only then will a volunteer be suc- be volunteer a will then only and respect tude that earned Frater Art Schouten (Gam- Schouten Art Frater earned that tude

in good or bad times. There has to be mutual mutual be to has There times. bad or good in alumnus of the organization.” It is this atti- this is It organization.” the of alumnus

and honest communication you can leverage leverage can you communication honest and teer, I am able to be actively involved as an an as involved actively be to able am I teer,

be fl exible and persistent. This creates open open creates This persistent. and exible fl be nity for Life and through my role as a volun- a as role my through and Life for nity

As a volunteer, he believes you need to to need you believes he volunteer, a As taught that Tau Kappa Epsilon is the Frater- the is Epsilon Kappa Tau that taught

“ wise go unnoticed.” go wise As an undergraduate member, I was was I member, undergraduate an As

ART SCHOUTEN ART Month: the of Volunteer July

for all Greek life. Greek all for his work to affect the potential impact on the the on impact potential the affect to work his

individuals like him who will make a difference difference a make will who him like individuals and moved into higher education to continue continue to education higher into moved and

movement at his university and beyond. It is is It beyond. and university his at movement traveled for his organization as a consultant consultant a as organization his for traveled

all he does to continue pushing the fraternal fraternal the pushing continue to does he all can be the best teachable moments. He has has He moments. teachable best the be can

Tau Kappa Epsilon thanks Mr. Burrill for for Burrill Mr. thanks Epsilon Kappa Tau perfect, he’s confi dent those imperfections imperfections those dent confi he’s perfect,

Knowledge Community. Community. Knowledge he believes the community will never be be never will community the believes he

2 representative for the Fraternity and Sorority Sorority and Fraternity the for representative 2 community as a learning experience. While While experience. learning a as community

tee chair, and worked with NASPA as a Region Region a as NASPA with worked and chair, tee Orono, he sees the fraternity and sorority sorority and fraternity the sees he Orono,

Sorority Advisors as a ‘First 90 Days’ commit- Days’ 90 ‘First a as Advisors Sorority on May 11, 2001, at the University of Maine, Maine, of University the at 2001, 11, May on

unteered for the Association of Fraternity and and Fraternity of Association the for unteered Initiated into Beta Theta Pi Fraternity Fraternity Pi Theta Beta into Initiated

Advisor at George Washington University, vol- University, Washington George at Advisor academically as well as more confi dent.” confi more as well as academically

facilitator, Beta Theta Pi Risk Management Management Risk Pi Theta Beta facilitator, I have seen help students become stronger stronger become students help seen have I

Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI) (UIFI) Institute Interfraternity Undergraduate with real life interpersonal experiences that that experiences interpersonal life real with

things get crazy.” get things PACT for the University of Maryland, been an an been Maryland, of University the for PACT life and connects the classroom experience experience classroom the connects and life

keeps me going when when going me keeps Leadership Conference, volunteered at IM- at volunteered Conference, Leadership ence adds to the already vibrant campus campus vibrant already the to adds ence

life positively is what what is positively life (ASTP), facilitated at the Phi Sigma Sigma Sigma Sigma Phi the at facilitated (ASTP), American University, the fraternal experi- fraternal the University, American

“Impacting a student’s student’s a “Impacting Chi Omega’s Alcohol Skills Training Program Program Training Skills Alcohol Omega’s Chi “At a mid-size private institution like like institution private mid-size a “At

Outside of work, he has traveled for Alpha Alpha for traveled has he work, of Outside movement that does amazing things. amazing does that movement

higher level.” higher that he’s a part of a tradition and a fraternal fraternal a and tradition a of part a he’s that

understanding the meaning of fraternity on a a on fraternity of meaning the understanding thankful he is to do what he does and knows knows and does he what do to is he thankful

come to my offi ce and say ‘I get it now,’ really really now,’ it get ‘I say and ce offi my to come ery day he comes to work and realizes how how realizes and work to comes he day ery

tion, UIFI, or leadership experience and they they and experience leadership or UIFI, tion, ferences throughout the U.S. He says ev- says He U.S. the throughout ferences

yous when they come back from a conven- a from back come they when yous many more he works with at various con- various at with works he more many

Beyond that, I have also enjoyed the thank- the enjoyed also have I that, Beyond the lives of those on his campus and the the and campus his on those of lives the

what keeps me going when things get crazy. crazy. get things when going me keeps what Curtis Burrill is making a real difference in in difference real a making is Burrill Curtis

“Impacting a student’s life positively is is positively life student’s a “Impacting

and Sorority Life at American University, University, American at Life Sorority and

lives of those involved. involved. those of lives As the Assistant Director of Fraternity Fraternity of Director Assistant the As

CURTIS BURRILL CURTIS Quarter: the of Administrator Life Greek

s r e e t n u l o V Volunteers

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many vast and awesome possibilities that the the that possibilities awesome and vast many

foerder says encouraging Fraters to see the the see to Fraters encouraging says foerder does.

ing an effective volunteer, but Frater Breden- Frater but volunteer, effective an ing TKE Nation, we thank Frater Jack for all he he all for Jack Frater thank we Nation, TKE

There are several important skills to be- to skills important several are There local community symphony. From the entire entire the From symphony. community local

why I volunteer.” I why the direction of color in business, serving the the serving business, in color of direction the

some experience feeds our souls and that is is that and souls our feeds experience some zation that promotes, educates and forecasts forecasts and educates promotes, that zation

whole, the possibilities are endless. This awe- This endless. are possibilities the whole, international non-profi t professional organi- professional t non-profi international

By contributing our small parts to this greater greater this to parts small our contributing By boards including Color Marketing Group, an an Group, Marketing Color including boards

ter World’—is in this same ‘awesome’ category. category. ‘awesome’ same this in World’—is ter lasting impact. He also has worked on several several on worked has also He impact. lasting

For me, the TKE vision—‘Better Men for a Bet- a for Men vision—‘Better TKE the me, For he is showing how this Fraternity can make a a make can Fraternity this how showing is he

of the universe through the Hubble Telescope. Telescope. Hubble the through universe the of serve holiday dinners at a local senior center, center, senior local a at dinners holiday serve

expanse of the Grand Canyon or the vastness vastness the or Canyon Grand the of expanse teering every Thanksgiving and Christmas to to Christmas and Thanksgiving every teering and blood.” and

an experience like the fi rst time we gaze at the the at gaze we time rst fi the like experience an a choir member in the parish choir to volun- to choir parish the in member choir a they are our own flesh flesh own our are they

larger and greater force. This was equated to to equated was This force. greater and larger very involved in the community. From being being From community. the in involved very must treat them as if if as them treat must

thers of these men and and men these of thers we realize that we are a small part of a much much a of part small a are we that realize we Outside of TKE, Frater Bredenfoerder is is Bredenfoerder Frater TKE, of Outside

cheerleaders and fa- and cheerleaders explained that we are truly awestruck when when awestruck truly are we that explained of new Fraters. Fraters. new of

“We are the mentors, mentors, the are “We and effect of awe upon our lives. The article article The lives. our upon awe of effect and the favorites are attending the ritual initiation initiation ritual the attending are favorites the

“I recently read an article about the power power the about article an read recently “I many great moments as a TKE volunteer, but but volunteer, TKE a as moments great many

TKE experience. TKE He says he’s already been blessed with with blessed been already he’s says He

of bond and a whole new perspective for the the for perspective new whole a and bond of Nation will exponentially grow and benefi t.” benefi and grow exponentially will Nation

in 1972, he said there is a renewed sense sense renewed a is there said he 1972, in this personal development, the greater TKE TKE greater the development, personal this

of words. Even though his initiation occurred occurred initiation his though Even words. of if they are our own fl esh and blood. Through Through blood. and esh fl own our are they if

building a better world through action instead instead action through world better a building fathers of these men and must treat them as as them treat must and men these of fathers

for TKE or his other various non-profi ts, he is is he ts, non-profi various other his or TKE for “We are the mentors, cheerleaders and and cheerleaders mentors, the are “We

of the word devoted. Whether it is volunteering volunteering is it Whether devoted. word the of talents.

Bowling Green State University) is the epitome epitome the is University) State Green Bowling leads to developing and sharing their unique unique their sharing and developing to leads

Frater Jack Bredenfoerder (Zeta-Lambda, (Zeta-Lambda, Bredenfoerder Jack Frater TKE bond can bring is paramount. This then then This paramount. is bring can bond TKE

September Volunteer of the Month: Month: the of Volunteer September JACK BREDENFOERDER JACK

times the chapter may need someone to just just to someone need may chapter the times

Another is the ability to simply listen. Some- listen. simply to ability the is Another to make the world better than it is today. today. is it than better world the make to

and experience into advice is really important. important. really is advice into experience and does on behalf of the Fraternity and his help help his and Fraternity the of behalf on does

“The ability to translate your knowledge knowledge your translate to ability “The Chapter thank Frater Shea for the work he he work the for Shea Frater thank Chapter

a successful volunteer. volunteer. successful a families they serve. The Offi ces of the Grand Grand the of ces Offi The serve. they families

Chapters. There are several skills to become become to skills several are There Chapters. lects and gives out Christmas gifts for the the for gifts Christmas out gives and lects

take struggling groups to the level of Top TKE TKE Top of level the to groups struggling take called the Christmas Smiles Event. He col- He Event. Smiles Christmas the called

keep chapters strong, help colonies grow, and and grow, colonies help strong, chapters keep for families in need. Their major project is is project major Their need. in families for

tant.” He believes volunteering is essential to to essential is volunteering believes He teers at a food pantry, providing assistance assistance providing pantry, food a at teers

advice is really impor- really is advice chapters the same way.” same the chapters Outside of TKE, Frater Shea volun- Shea Frater TKE, of Outside

and experience into into experience and

and inspire us, and I could only hope to help help to hope only could I and us, inspire and ritual in front of 500 Tekes. It was amazing” amazing” was It Tekes. 500 of front in ritual

late your knowledge knowledge your late

my home chapter. They really helped guide guide helped really They chapter. home my

Alumni Association members and performed performed and members Association Alumni

“The ability to trans- to ability “The

was because of the volunteers who helped helped who volunteers the of because was ritual team with other Northeast Ironmen Ironmen Northeast other with team ritual

Part of the reason why I wanted to volunteer volunteer to wanted I why reason the of Part which was the most fun. I was a part of the the of part a was I fun. most the was which

ing with chapters and seeing them do well. well. do them seeing and chapters with ing all NYC Province ritual, and this past RLC RLC past this and ritual, Province NYC all

“I volunteer because I really enjoy work- enjoy really I because volunteer “I two Northeast Leadership Retreats, at an an at Retreats, Leadership Northeast two

ence. uals—outdoors under the stars at the last last the at stars the under uals—outdoors

is a great way to extend the fraternity experi- fraternity the extend to way great a is nity to be involved in some pretty cool rit- cool pretty some in involved be to nity

August Volunteer of the Month believes this this believes Month the of Volunteer August “As I volunteer, I’ve had the opportu- the had I’ve volunteer, I “As

silon-Lambda, College of Staten Island). The The Island). Staten of College silon-Lambda, fl ame bright. ame fl

volunteer according to Frater Pete Shea (Up- Shea Pete Frater to according volunteer favorites, but rituals are what keeps his TKE TKE his keeps what are rituals but favorites,

bonds are primary motivators for being a TKE TKE a being for motivators primary are bonds There are several moments he tabs as as tabs he moments several are There

Building friendships and strengthening strengthening and friendships Building hear them out.” them hear

PETE SHEA PETE Month: the of Volunteer August

s r e e t n u l o V Volunteers The Fraternity for LIFE

Every chapter should have an Alumni Association

The goal is rather simple; gather a bunch of Tekes together and do what Tekes do best—have fun! It doesn’t matter if it is a tailgate at a college or professional sporting event, or a golf outing, invite your fellow Fraters to the fun. Some alumni asso- ciations have sponsored or participated in trips to pick apples, crawfi sh boils, NASCAR races, bowling tournaments, service projects, blood drives, fi shing trips, beach weekends, watching 4th of July fi reworks, wine tastings, and county fairs. The list goes on and on. The activity does not matter—it is the brotherhood that makes the day. Start small, invite fi ve Tekes and their signifi cant others to a backyard barbeque, have fun, and plan the next event with a goal for more people to attend. Tau Kappa Epsilon has always been an inclusive fraternity—the more the merrier. Take a few pictures and let the Offi ces of the Grand Chapter know what you did and how much fun you had. Your success will provide motivation for others to follow your lead. Imagine there being hundreds of alumni at an event; how awesome would that be? Venerable Grand Prytanis Ed Moy, in his inaugural ad- Let us always be guided by Love, Charity, and Esteem, dress to the Grand Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon, stated that throughout our Lifetime. we should ‘build our alumni into a more powerful network, help- ing fellow Fraters worldwide while giving back both time and treasure out of gratitude to our beloved Fraternity.’ Since our founding, more than 260,000 men have joined the ranks of our brotherhood by being initiated into the Bond of Tau Kappa Epsilon. On that day, each said the phrase, “I am now The Fraternity, For Life.” What does that mean? Does it mean that that each will practice the principles of Love, Charity, and Esteem? We were taught that “only as these principles dominate our daily lives are we worthy Fraters in Tau Kappa Epsilon.” How long does one need to practice these principles? Again, we were taught “to be guided by these principles in our fraternal relationship—throughout our lifetime.” Our brothers need an opportunity to be the Fraternity for Life. To accomplish this goal, we need groups of Teke alumni who are organized and provide such opportunities. This is best accomplished by alumni associations. They may be chapter or geographically based. Every chapter that has ever been char- tered should have an alumni association. TKE’s last charter grant was Upsilon-Rho; that would translate into 439 alumni as- sociations. Due to high mobility, not all alumni live within a reasonable distance of their home chapter. But there may be a collection of Fraters from multiple chapters all living and working in close proximity. This is an opportunity for an area alumni association. With no current undergraduate chapter in the state of Wyoming, there are 86 Tekes living in Cheyenne who went to school in Alabama, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Illinois, Pennsyl- vania, Missouri, Connecticut and Kansas. How many Tekes are living in your backyard?

32 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 Life Loyal Teke

Welcome to the newest members of LLT from the 2011–12 fiscal year.

Albion College (Omega) Indiana University-Purdue University Sam Houston State Univ. (Rho-Rho) University of Florida (Gamma-Theta) Troy A. Ferrio Indianapolis (Upsilon-Iota) Robert X. Arriaga Robert A. Butterworth, Jr. Alma College (Zeta-Delta) Evan L. Strater San Diego S.U. (Gamma-Lambda) University of Georgia (Xi-Lambda) Jesse N. Ramirez Nathan J. Mauch Stephen M. Stone James P. Ogle Andrew J. Burdick Kean University (Tau-Lambda) Shawnee State University (Tau-Nu) Grayson Jacobs Sean M. Webber William Daniels Douglas R. Kemerer Univ. of Houston (Epsilon-Omicron) Angelo State University (Upsilon-Zeta) Keene State College (Lambda-Sigma) Logan Hill Steven A. Glover Shawn G. Wilson Mike Flynn Justin Gleim John W. McGinness Christopher Flores Kent State University (Iota-Pi) Sir Sanford Fleming College (Upsilon- University of Iowa (Lambda-Eta) Josh K. Mendonca Kevin Gardella Kappa) Charles Anderson Appalachian State University Charles P. Sheehan Jeremy Blackwell John A. Edwards, II (Omicron-Alpha) Lake Superior State Univ. (Rho-Theta) Sonoma State Unviersity (Tau-Beta) Chuck Han Benjamin A. Combs Lance J. Boehmer Daniel J. Kolb University of Maine (Beta-Upsilon) Arizona State University (Beta-Xi) James E. Mathias IV Southeastern Louisiana Univ. (Theta- Josiah J. Harrison-Benjamin Jose S. Morales, III Lebanon Valley College (Rho-Chi) Nu) University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Phi) Auburn University (Beta-Lambda) Michael C. Nesbitt Chadwick Gulino Timothy R. Traudt William I. Fannin, Jr. Loyola Univ. Chicago (Epsilon-Kappa) Southeastern Oklahoma State Univ. University of Southern California (Beta- Bowling Green S.U. (Zeta-Lambda) Jakub Wrobel (Epsilon-Theta) Sigma) John H. Bredenfoerder Lyon College (Xi-Tau) Wesley Johnston Matthew W. Quan Bucknell University (Beta-Mu) William B. Belvin Southern Illinois University Carbondale University of Texas at Austin (Gamma- Edward M. Bauer Midwestern State Univ. (Mu-Gamma) (Beta-Chi) Upsilon) California State University, Northridge Chad M. Spradlin Joshua D. Perschbacher Brian D. Montgomery (Upsilon-Beta) Robert L. Shelton Southwestern Oklahoma State Univ. University of Texas-Pan American Andrew P. Krowne Millersville University (Rho-Psi) (Epsilon-Eta) (Kappa-Beta) California State University, Stanislaus Eric K. Moon James H. Johnston Gustavo A. Grajales (TKE Colony 848) Missouri Valley College (Delta-Upsilon) Spring Hill College (Upsilon-Alpha) Luciedo Rivera III David G. Vergara, Jr. Markus L. Russell Jeffrey N. Logan Nicholas Balderas Nicholas Johnson New Mexico S.U. (Alpha-Omicron) Stephen F. Austin State Univ. (Nu-Xi) Daniel Cardenas III Jonathan V. Grammatico Danny D. Villanueva, Sr. Christopher Rodriguez University of Toledo (Gamma-Nu) Justin D. Bunselmeier North Carolina State Univ. (Beta-Beta) Jason Switlik Zachary J. Romal Victor I. Flores Mark T. Lowder SUNY Delhi (TKE Colony 842) University of Washington (Chi) Carleton University (Tau-Omega) Jacobi D. Smith Craig T. VanGalder Andrew I. Hughes Patrick Gordon Northeastern S.U. (Sigma-Lambda) SUNY-Stony Brook Univ. (Rho-Eta) University of West Florida (Tau-Psi) Central Methodist Univ. (Upsilon-Rho) Harvey C. Grauberger Charles Niedzwiedz Seth P. Epstein Larry Karnes III Northern Michigan Univ. (Theta-Iota) Susquehanna University (Iota-Beta) Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison (Lambda) Christian Brothers Univ. (Pi-Epsilon) Stephen J. Andersen Luke S. Suriano James Easter Christopher P. Murphy Charles Sullivan Tennessee Tech Univ. (Mu-Omicron) Casey B. Jones City Univ. of New York (Kappa-Sigma) Northwest Missouri S.U. (Delta-Nu) James M. Petty Univ. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (Zeta-Zeta) Donald T. Butler, Jr. Billy D. Ingels Andrew P Farley Vincent J. Graham Columbus State Univ. (Omicron-Tau) Oakland University (Upsilon-Xi) University of Ontario Institute of Tech- Conor Flynn Alexander P. Zimmerman David A. Nacy nology (Upsilon-Eta) Univ. of Wisconsin-Platteville (Mu-Nu) Matthew Robinson Louis J. Teeter Andrew Stewart Taylor J. McGinniss Drake University (Alpha-Xi) James J. Borden University of Alabama at Birmingham Justin L. Andrews Mike K. Nicholls Pace University-Manhattan (Tau-Pi) (Pi-Delta) Washington State Univ. (Alpha-Gamma) Dillon D. Malone J. V. Patel James S. Towle III Mark A. Nesteroff Florida Inst. of Tech. (Omicron-Nu) Steven A. Rodas Dustin K. Bowen Eric Gastineau Robert Moroney III Rider University (Epsilon-Zeta) University of Arizona (Kappa-Tau) Corey R. Hjalseth Florida State University (Lambda-Iota) Joshua B. Chambers Christopher L. Crawford Nick Weinstein Alex J. Sage Raymond Schlaier Univ. of California, Berkeley (Nu) Wayne State College (Lambda-Chi) Fullerton, CA (Mu-Xi) Rochster Inst. of Tech. (Xi-Upsilon) Johnny Darko Nathan Kush Steven D. Forell Jared D. Needell Univ. of California, Davis (Sigma-Chi) Tyler Roucka Georgia Southern U. (Lambda-Upsilon) David S. Petko Peter V. Cung Matt A. Kinney Colin F. Steuterman Saginaw Valley S.U. (Upsilon-Delta) University of Central Florida (Xi-Iota) Western Carolina Univ. (Zeta-Omicron) Illinois Wesleyan University (Alpha) Adam B. Pelc Orlando J. Avila J. Wesley Pierce Erick A. Henderson Derrek W. Humphries John N. Paikai Grand Chapter Indiana University (Gamma-Kappa) Dustin A. Rowlee University of Central Oklahoma Thomas Carter Paul J. Caine Saint Leo University (Sigma-Theta) (Epsilon-Sigma) Kevin J. Scott James D. Fielding Carson A. Hanks Marshall H. Scantlin Glen E. Greenfelder, Sr. Brenner Billy Brian J. Quinn

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SUMMER 2012 T THE TEKE 33 Pi-Epsilon Chapter Wins TNT

Chapter Challenge’s Inaugural Year Raises More Than $65,000

Special Projects Funds may be used for registration costs for TKE-sponsored educational programs or for building or renovating chapter houses. For their efforts, the Pi- TKE Educational Epsilon chapter won a Hoot- ers wing party, donated by Foundation part Fraters Ed Droste and Dave Lageschulte (Epsilon), co- founders of the national res- of CFC taurant chain. One collegiate Congratulations to the member and three Pi-Epsilon Tekes who work for the says Richard Feuer, a D.C.- FFraters of the Pi-Epsilon alumni, the individuals raising federal government can area alumnus (Zeta-Omi- cchapterh at Christian Broth- the most money in the tourna- give back to the TKE Edu- cron.) eers University for winning the ment, also attended the 2012 cational Foundation through “Having it deducted out 220120 TKE Nation Tourney Hooters International Swim- the Combined Federal Cam- of my paycheck, I never for- ((TNT)T by raising more than suit Pageant in June, thanks paign. get,” Feuer said. “It’s an easy $3$31,000 during the month of to Droste and Lageschulte. The Foundation became way to show your support for MMarch. Donors across the coun- a participating charity in the your Fraternity year-round.” Through TNT, the TKE try who contributed more CFC in 2011. In its inaugural Most CFC campaigns EEducational Foundation than $100 also received T- year, Tekes gave more than kick off in October, giving rraiseda more than $65,000 by shirts proclaiming them to be $4,500 to the Foundation Tekes plenty of time to plan eencouraging every Frater— “100% Teke.” through the federal giving their giving for the next year. ccollegiateso and alumni—to Thank you to all Tekes, program in the fi rst quarter of Tekes can also donate to the ggive at least $18.99 in honor sweethearts and friends who 2012. Foundation through a com- ooff their chapter. Monies raised participated in the Tourney! To be a CFC-approved pany-sponsored United Way wwere split 50-50 between the Watch for details on the 2013 charity, the Foundation com- campaign. FoFoundation and the chapter’s chapter challenge ... who will pletes a rigorous annual ap- The TKE Educational SSpecial Projects Fund. take the title next year? plication, demonstrating the Foundation’s CFC identifi ca- scope of the Foundation’s tion number is 41030. Gifts impact on hundreds of young made to the Foundation Tekes across the country, as through the CFC are tax-de- well as meeting standards ductible. The Top 10 Chapters in TNT 2012: for governance and fi nancial For more information management. on giving to the Foundation 1. Pi-Epsilon (Christian Brothers University) “Being a donor to the through the CFC, contact tef@ Foundation through a CFC tke.org. 2. Zeta-Mu (Worcester Polytechnic Institute) campaign is very convenient,” 3. Beta (Millikin University) 4. Epsilon (Iowa State University) 5. Alpha-Xi (Drake University) TThehe mmissionission ooff tthehe CCFCFC iiss ttoo ppro-ro- 6. Gamma (University of Illinois) mmoteote aandnd ssupportupport pphilanthropyhilanthropy tthroughhrough a programprogram tthathat iiss eemployeemployee ffocused,ocused, 7. Upsilon-Iota (IUPUI) ccost-effiost-effi ccient,ient, aandnd eeffectiveffective iinn pprovidingroviding aallll ffederalederal employeesemployees thethe opportunityopportunity toto 8. Xi-Iota (University of Central Florida) iimprovemprove thethe qualityquality ofof lifelife forfor all.all. CFCCFC isis thethe world’sworld’s largestlargest andand mostmost suc-suc- 9. Zeta-Zeta (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee) ccessfulessful annualannual workplaceworkplace charitycharity campaign,campaign, withwith moremore thanthan 200200 CFCCFC ccampaignsampaigns throughoutthroughout thethe countrycountry andand internationallyinternationally toto helphelp toto raiseraise 10. Epsilon-Chi (University at Buffalo) mmillionsillions ooff ddollarsollars eacheach yyear.ear.

34 THE TEKE T SUMMER 2012 TKET New recognition opportunity EEducational for veterans in courtyard FFoundation WWelcomes NNew Staff MMember

The TKE Educational FoundationFo welcomed Bon- nieni Payne to its staff in July as a major and planned giv- ingin offi cer. Before coming to the Foundation,Fo Payne served as theth executive director of the GammaG Phi Beta Interna- tionaltio Sorority Foundation for 11 years. In addition to un- dederstanding the Greek world, ssheh is familiar with higher ededucation, having served as ththe interim president of Pre- sisidio World College in San FrFrancisco. She holds a mas- teter’s degree in communica- ttionsio from the University of CColorado.

A new opportunity to Hickey said. honor veterans is coming to The military bricks are the Better Men for a Better priced the same as the reg- World Courtyard at the TKE ular bricks, and Life Loyal International Headquarters. Tekes can still take advantage Two new styles of bricks of discounts to add logos to are available to recognize the bricks. members who have served in Funds raised from the the armed forces of the United sale of bricks help support States or Canada, as well as the overall headquarters a monument in their honor. fund. “Tekes are great men,” said Dr. James Hickey, Grand Payne works from her Hyphophetes and the chair- hhomeo base of Denver and will man of the courtyard project. served their countries. trtravela throughout the West “But Tekes who answer the The completed courtyard BRICK ORDERS aandn Northeast to meet with call to military service deserve will hold about 2,500 bricks. aalumnil and represent the TKE special recognition.” To date, about 20 percent of for both military EEducational Foundation to The new brick designs the bricks have been sold. The and regular bricks nnewe and existing donors. will feature a star for a mem- courtyard also features pillars can be made at When not traveling, ber of any branch of the U.S. representing Love, Charity www.tke.org/brick PaPayne enjoys biking, hiking armed forces or a maple leaf and Esteem, a fountain and a or by calling the TKE aandn skiing and visiting her for a Canadian service mem- bust of Apollo. Educational Foundation tthreeh grown children and four ber. Bricks of all sizes and lo- “The courtyard was envi- at 317-872-6533, ext. grgrandchildren. cations in the courtyard can sioned as one of the premier 245. Limited courtyard have the logos. parts of the new headquar- sponsorship opportuni- In addition to the individ- ters, and it’s only appropriate ties are still available. ual commemorative bricks, a to recognize Fraters in that Contact Bethany Warner new monument will be added space who have served their for more information. to the overall courtyard to country and advanced the recognize all Tekes who have cause of freedom,” Frater

SPRING 2012 T THE TEKE 35 Tau Kappa Epsilon 7439 Woodland Drive Indianapolis, IN 46278-1765 317.872.6533 www.tke.org

RYAN J. VESCIO Assistant State Attorney Brevard County, Florida Life Loyal Teke

• TKE Judiciary Committee Chairman • Past Chief Grand Justice • Province Advisor • Key Leader