The Cornell Alpha Delt

• First published in 1896 • Summer 2014 • This Issue . . . A Senior’s Reflection: Learning to Lead The Bond of an The lawyer’s voice was stereotypically mundane we could not host any social events (except philan- Eternal Brotherhood and direct. Our attorney and confidant, Bill Shaw, thropy events) for two years. It was a brutal verdict Past: Reunion 2014 in Photos stood before the brotherhood in the house library and we braced ourselves for an uncertain future. (page 5) on an autumn night in 2011; he was the main at- This memory is one of many that will disap- traction at our emergency chapter meeting. His lips pear with the graduating class of 2014, consid- muttered the dreaded words written on the letter in ering that we were the newly initiated brothers Present: A Senior’s Reflections: his hand. Alpha Delta Phi will be on probation for at the time. Fortunately, the memory has since Learning to Lead two years, it read. We were being punished for a se- been muffled by unforgettable, rich, and mellow (pages 1 and 3) ries of violations of the campus code of conduct, and experiences that will also be told less frequently for a handful of violations of rules that regulate rush around the house with our departure. Future: Introducing the 145th and hosting social events. Commence the search for Because of how we responded, that mo- a live-in adviser, it implored. We appealed. The re- ment most defines this graduating class’s last- Pledge Class (pages 6–7) sult? We would not have to find a live-in advisor, but (continued on page 3)

Also Featuring Notes from the President “Ithaka” (page 2) As you set out for Ithaka as many sensual perfumes as you can; hope the voyage is a long one, and may you visit many Egyptian cities The ACEF Continues Its Support full of adventure, full of discovery. to gather stores of knowledge from their scholars. of Writing and Academic Laistrygonians and Cyclops, Excellence at Cornell (page 4) angry Poseidon—don’t be afraid of them: Keep Ithaka always in your mind. you’ll never find things like that on your way Arriving there is what you are destined for. Reflections of a NIB (page 6) as long as you keep your thoughts raised high, But do not hurry the journey at all. as long as a rare excitement Better if it lasts for years, stirs your spirit and your body. so you are old by the time you reach the island, Brothers Welcome Scott Brown Laistrygonians and Cyclops, wealthy with all you have gained on the way, for Dinner (page 6) wild Poseidon—you won’t encounter them not expecting Ithaka to make you rich. unless you bring them along inside your soul, Victory Club 2014 unless your soul sets them up in front of you. Ithaka gave you the marvelous journey. a Great Success (page 7) Without her you would not have set out. Hope the voyage is a long one. She has nothing left to give you now. May there be many a summer morning when, Alumni News and Updates with what pleasure, what joy, And if you find her poor, Ithaka won’t have (page 10) you come into harbors seen for the first time; fooled you. may you stop at Phoenician trading stations Wise as you will have become, so full of ex- Remembering Those We Have to buy fine things, perience, mother of pearl and coral, amber and ebony, you will have understood by then what these Lost This Year (page 10) sensual perfume of every kind— Ithakas mean. C.P. Cavafy, Collected Poems

www.adphicornell.org • PAGE 1 ΑΔΦ Notes from the President Rarely does one have the honor of serving Important to note as well is the diligence Officers and as president of the Alpha Delta Phi at Cor- and care that the chapter exhibited this year Directors nell for two semesters in a row, but this year when it came to the standards set for social and Alpha Delta Phi saw somewhat of a transition period between charity events. Not only did we have a fulfill- a smaller crop of more senior brothers and a ing semester in these regards, with events every at Cornell, Inc. rather large generation of younger Alpha Delts, weekend and more charity functions than any which seemed to favor a longer executive term. other year in my time here, but we also did so While, at first, I held some reservations about without infringing on the IFC’s rules. In a year the notion of an extended presidential term, when a multitude of houses faced judicial ac- Chairman of the Board I feel that, in many ways, it put me at an ad- tion, and some even saw their recognition re- Kenneth E. Growney ’82 vantage in terms of experience and, thus, ulti- voked, Alpha Delta Phi stood strong and did mately served to benefit the house as a whole. not face any sanctions or investigations. While [email protected] Given the length of my tenure, I also believe I ADPhi’s position might be expected, given ram- was able to observe a rather broad progression pant fear in an environment such as Cornell’s President of the chapter and am subsequently delighted Greek system, where transparency is minimal Howard B. Schaffer ’90 to report that, overall, we have continued to and rules are ever changing, I consider it to be [email protected] live up to our historically lofty reputation while a paramount accomplishment. The more we remaining committed to making novel strides build on our clean record, the more we solidify Vice President in a positive direction. our reputation within and beyond the univer- John R. Tuttle ’81 Rush, in particular, proved to be a great sity and set up a solid foundation for posterity, [email protected] success this year. We took and retained the which, to me, is one of the most important as- largest pledge class in my time at Cornell, pects of fraternal life. Treasurer and all of the new brothers have shown a Aristotle notes that being the leader of a Patrick G. Kavanagh ’07 spark and initiative that has invigorated the society of equals is particularly difficult. On [email protected] spirit of the brotherhood. The 22 new mem- one hand, you are the first among equals, ex- bers have been eager to take positions and pected to be the same as everybody else; thus, Recording Secretary even more eager to live in the house. In fact, your power is not absolute. However, on the I am pleased to note that, next semester, 777 other end, since you must lead and bear the Rudy Koch ’00 Stewart Avenue will be fully occupied. This responsibility of making tough decisions, it is [email protected] enduring goal has not always been easy to also necessary to distinguish yourself some- reach and has tended to be a source of finan- how, which is an immense challenge. I came Corresponding Secretary cial woes. Logistically, things are running to understand Artistotle’s statement firsthand W. Douglas Bond ’66 much more smoothly as well, because we from living among such a rambunctious group [email protected] now have a system of hard-set lease agree- of Alpha Delt men, a proud bunch with di- ments to prevent brothers from making last- verse ambitions. After being at the center of it minute changes to their housing plans and all, I can say that I learned much about main- Directors Emeriti more clear-cut guidelines to define the condi- taining my convictions and making tough de- tions in which rooms must be handed over. cisions. However, I also learned much about George M. Kennedy ’52 Another key success this year was begin- how to delegate, how to trust people, and, Richard W. Wambach ’53 ning our involvement with Cornell Outdoor most of all, how to thicken my skin and to John S. Dyson ’65 Education. This initiative, originally set forth have a sense of humor about things, which is W. Douglas Bond ’66 by ACEF, is seen as the future of new-member one of the most underrated traits of a leader. education at Cornell, given the current chang- At both high-pressured and humorous times, es and policies of the administration. A few this job was an engaging and energizing expe- other brothers and I took part in a fall trip rience, and I am sure that the next group of Retiring October 2015 as a precursor and trial run to the larger ex- leaders will find it the same and that they will cursion that will include the majority of the thrive off of the challenges. Philip C. Ballard ’00 brotherhood next fall. I can safely say that the My term, of course, has come to an end, W. Douglas Bond ’66 trip was educational and engaging and cer- and the president-elect, Oliver Viera ’15, will Michael R. Elliott ’87 tainly brought me closer to those with whom be taking over. The transition of the execu- Kenneth E. Growney ’82 I shared the experience. After backpacking all tive board went about as smoothly as anyone Patrick G. Kavanagh ’07 day, when setting up camp and building a fire could ask for, and, after a couple of meetings Rudy Koch ’00 before nightfall was an absolute necessity, I and exchanging of keys, information, and Jim McCormick ’69 gained a stronger understanding of the ways pointers, I have all the confidence that this Thomas M. Rothfels ’77 in which our house relies on teamwork and next generation of young men can continue to Richard Seestedt ’86 codependency while working to master the lead the Phi in the right direction and even to skills necessary to maintain a thriving frater- eclipse the many accomplishments of this year. Howard B. Schaffer ’90 nal organization. I have much confidence that Joseph Tucceri Jr. ’00 this trip will become a beloved tradition of Xaipe John R. Tuttle ’81 ours in the years to come and that it will serve Justin Rogers Calabrese ’15 to further build the characters of our brothers. President

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(continued from page 1) ment class could ever attempt to accomplish. worked toward the solution, and the class of ing impression on Alpha Delta Phi. As Howie These examples show that the relationship be- 2014 is happy to leave the house to a group that Schaffer ’90 rallied alumni support, we stayed tween fraternal organizations and higher educa- will continue to do so, while still enjoying every- committed. It wasn’t easy. Some of our best tion does not have to be confrontational. thing that makes this organization remarkable. brothers deactivated. Others tried to convince In fact, fraternal experiences and classroom On that autumn night in 2011, the admin- more brothers to deactivate. So we did what curricula should aim to complement each oth- istration showed that it did not want to work had to be done. We removed the bad apples er. A core curriculum teaches students theories with us to solve the imperfections in our edu- that threatened our existence, both overtly and formulas passed down from the industry’s cation model. In response, we elected leaders and covertly. We became more exclusive and best, along with their applications throughout who understood the model’s benefits and re- sold rushees on our exclusivity, and, when the history. Meanwhile, fraternal organizations moved those who did not. Now, let’s show the veil was lifted, we united so that future Alpha and independent living units teach students administration that we want to work together Delts would not enter a house so divided. how to execute this theory against present-day to solve the imperfections of the lecture-based Throughout, we learned that the tension challenges, while calling into question the ways education model, even if that means expand- between fraternal organizations and higher of those who came before us. ing beyond the conventional role of fraterni- education is alive and well. As undergraduates Together, the two entities produce the ties. The world will be a better place for it. and fraternity members, we were at the eye of ideal college graduate: one who understands And if that fails? Then my worst fears have the storm. We hope our response suggests how theory and is skillful at application (“the en- been proven true: Cornell actually does not val- future leaders can provide Cornellians with tire man,” in the words of Sammy Eells). ue an interpersonal education. It does not value the best education going forward. So why can’t fraternities and the adminis- the skills of oration and guile that our form of Since their origins, fraternal organizations tration work together to educate students most education fosters. It does not value a student’s and institutions of higher education have been effectively? Both sides of the table are to blame. ability to conquer knowledge and tranquility at odds, a struggle born from the two enti- On the one hand, incorporating interpersonal so well that no superior, be it the fraternity’s ties’ different approaches to educating young learning is currently not the administration’s pri- alumni or society’s guardians, can control you. Americans. Fraternal groups, like our own, fa- ority. Cornell does a fantastic job of bringing di- Heaven bless thee, ADPhi, for giving me a vor more interpersonal, participatory learning; verse students to campus, but it cannot get these cause worth fighting for. meanwhile, institutions of higher education students to interact with and learn from each oth- Alfonse Muglia ’14 favor lecture and regurgitation methods. Both er effectively. Record-breaking funding is pouring models have flourished in the United States into Cornell for research, coming with expecta- since the late 1800s, with each gaining and los- tions for Cornell to be a leader in technological ing influence along the way. The lecture method and medical innovation. Meanwhile, when asked Undergraduate Officers is more influential on campus today, because by a student assembly member how Cornell seeks fraternities are silencing their own voices. to address its housing problem, Vice President Su- The difference in styles became clear after san Murphy essentially claimed that they are rely- President three years of being a brother of Alpha Delt, par- ing upon private developers to build more apart- Oliver Viera ’15 ticularly when considering the new-member edu- ments in Collegetown. Take note of this trend. As [email protected] cation process. For some, the most nerve-racking money pours in for students to conduct fantastic moment of the process is presenting their literary research, their outside-the-classroom experience Vice President address to the brotherhood. The presentation re- will be spent in one- to three-bedroom apart- Reed Newman ’16 quires a high level of preparation and intellectual ments. The balance required to create the ideal [email protected] back-and-forth with one’s superiors. In higher ed- college graduate will not be met, and who knows ucation, a student does not experience anything how it will affect the future of the world. Treasurer similar until defending a thesis or dissertation. Then again, fraternities are bringing this Jason Epstein ’16 Such moments teach a student how to appeal to world upon themselves. By allowing the entire [email protected] one’s superiors. More importantly, they also give system to be defined by the bad apples, we are Social Chairs students assurance of their own knowledge and poorly presenting the argument for interperson- Jeff Plamondon ’17 vitality, and they result in a sense of inner-strength al education. Hazing, excessive drinking, sexual [email protected] and self-worth, a type of tranquility that regur- assault: these are the first words that come to Stephen Goodwin ’17 gitating, cramming, and worrying about a letter mind when individuals outside the fraternity [email protected] grade cannot bestow unto students. system hear that you are affiliated. It looks to Before long, it became evident that this edu- them like self-governance and participatory edu- House Manager cation was preparing us for life after college far cation actually make a student worse. Oliver Rosen ’17 more rapidly than our studies, but that did not I am proud to say that our organization [email protected] make our studies obsolete. In social influence has progressed beyond these stereotypes in the and persuasion classes, the several ILR majors past four years. We should no longer settle for Steward in our graduating class learned how to promote being defined by the bad apples. That might John Milani ’17 agendas in an organization. As you can imagine, mean a smaller system of independent living [email protected] this was the root of many of our internal con- units, but at least it would be a better system. flicts, as well as successes throughout the years. As far as I know, the university has not given Philanthropy Chair Meanwhile, Brother Chang Ha Kim ’15 taught up on interpersonal education. It just does not Adam Lurie ’17 me more about the importance of teaching his- have a solution within the limited resources [email protected] tory in developing countries than any govern- they are willing to spend. Alpha Delta Phi has

www.adphicornell.org • PAGE 3 ACEF continues its support of Writing and Academic Excellence at Cornell. Academic Matching Grants and Awards Achievement Awards Matching Literary Awards: To further encourage participation in Academic awards are for Alpha Delt the Alpha Delta Phi International Literary Competition, The Adelphic undergrads living at 777 Stewart Ave and Fund matches the awards for any Winning submissions by Cornell AD- achieving deans list in their respective Phi Undergraduates. The Matching Prizes range from $50-$1000. school while carrying a minimum of 13 credit hours. Awards are made in the fol- Rhodes Scholar Grant lowing semester with verified Cornell tran- The ACEF trustees have established a $10,000 matching grant pro- scripts and confirmation that the member gram for any member of ADPhi at Cornell winning a Rhodes Scholar- is in good standing. Awards are for $100–$500 each, per semester. ship. The matching grant is targeted to reduce the student scholar’s Current recipients are: Alec Budow, Jason Epstein, Ethan Harris existing loan debt. Garber, Philippe Simard. You can support the academic awards with a one-time or annual Adelphic Fund Increases Awards donation of $2,500–$5,000 or more. for Cornell Writing Programs As a long-term sponsor of The Knight Writing Program, last year, ACEF Sponsors New Team and the ACEF increased its support of the prizes of the freshman writing Leadership Development Program program, including: Following Cornell’s mandated foreshortening of the rushing and pledging periods, the ACEF trustee-board president, Steven Ritchey, Writing Prize Awards and Prizes: $100–$250 each worked with the undergraduate officers and the ACEF trustees to James E. Rice Jr. ’30 Prizes: Awarded each semester for excellence develop a team-building alternative. The program will supplement in expository writing in a mandatory first-year writing seminar. the vastly abbreviated new-member process with an extended long- Adelphic Award: Awarded to the best essay written in a first-year writ- weekend program, loosely based on the ing seminar by a student whose first language is other than English. experiential team building of Outward The ACEF /School of Hotel Administration Writing Awards Pro- Bound. The “adventure” portion of the gram: Recognizes excellence in writing at the Cornell School of trip will be led by the Cornell Team and Hotel Administration. Leadership Center and Cornell Out- door Education. Following delays due Adelphic Award Winner to changes in COE leadership, the first Jiacong Xu (A&S) — “On Singer’s “leader development” trip in the Finger Ideals;” — Phil 1111, Philosophical Lakes was held in the fall of 2013 with Problems: Of God, Humans, and seven undergrads. Severe weather cur- Morality tailed the planned February trip, and, thus, the first large-scale trip is Honorary Mention: Boliang Dai scheduled for fall break 2014, with over 20 undergraduate brothers (A&S) — “Giants in the Sky” — committed to attend. DSoc 1210, Follow the “Thing”: Sto- ries of Stuff in the Global Economy Martin McVoy Jr. Scholarships The ACEF acts as the primary adviser to Cornell on the Martin JAMES E. RICE JR. PRIZES Winners McVoy Jr. Trust and directs income distributions to offset student loans Emily Frech (A&S) — “Cows, Cru- and work/study. The trust income provides more than $75,000 in finan- cifixes, and Chores: How Chris- cial aid grants annually and an additional $7,000–$15,000 is awarded tianity and Livestock Influenced to qualifying undergraduates to directly reduce loans and work-study Gender Roles in Native America” — Anthr 1178, Archaeology for Alpha Delta Phi brothers with demonstrated financial need. of Contact, Colonialism, and Biological Repercussions Student Loan Reduction Initiative Saara Shanti Kumar (A&LS) — “Pools, Jacuzzis, and Fountains: Scholarship awards are provided as student loan forgiveness to qual- Streams of Thought on American Racism” — Anthr 1119, Inti- ified matriculating ADPhi seniors in their last semester of undergraduate mate Politics: Moving from the Personal to the Political study. One or more awards are usually made per year for $1,000–$5,000 each, as applications for scholarships are made and as funding permits. The ACEF supports the various writing programs with “pass- through” donations, which can also earn donor credit for you and Internships your class with Cornell. Ideally, we seek support commitments for A $1,000–$2,500 matching stipend is provided to support an un- three years at a time, and we still welcome partial support and one-off dergraduate interning in a public-service position or for qualified non- annual donations to support the writing programs. credit research projects with faculty oversight. Fully support the The Knight Writing Program awards with $1,800 For the summer of 2014, Philippe Simard ’15 is working under annually through the ACEF. Prof. William Sonnenstuhl (ILR), conducting a literature survey on self- Fully support the School of Hotel Administration Writing Awards governed independent living and university Greek communities in sup- with $1,500 annually through the ACEF. port of the efforts of the IFC and alumni IFC to develop statistical data on the value and benefits of Greek life. Annual Meeting: Saturday, Homecoming Weekend, October 18, 2014.

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Oliver Viera ’15, Knight Kiplinger ’69, Michael Rothbaum ’15 Cliff Hurley ’86, Ray Potter ’87

Herman Kiplinger ’79, Jeffrey Weiss ’79 Barney Hodges ’57 Gayle and George Kennedy ’53

The Cornell Star & Crescent Foundation held its annual meeting in May 2014.

The following officers were elected to two-year terms: Joseph Welch ’95, President Colin H. Williams ’92, Vice President Marc Zawel ’04, Treasurer Kevin Frank ’10, Secretary

The foundation approved grants to the House Corporation in the amount of $43,859.84 to support repair and renovation of house facilities that are educational in nature according to IRS guidelines.

The foundation officers thank the many brothers who donate annually and give generously. The foundation officers also give deep thanks to George Doerre ’04, the founding board president, for his dedication and service. Howie Schaffer ’90, Richard Wait ’69

Howie Schaffer ’90, Rich Wait ’69 www.adphicornell.org • PAGE 5 Meet the Newest Alpha Delts! Jeffrey Lloyd Plamondon ’17 is from Dar- and track teams. Although Ryan is currently an David Daryoush Farahi ’16 is a sophomore nestown, Maryland. He is a freshman in the undecided major, he is hoping to pursue a ca- in the School of Hotel Administration. He School of Hotel Administration. Jeffrey at- reer in mathematics and business. Given these is from Reno, Nevada, where he attended tended Georgetown Preparatory School in interests, he joined the Apex Capital Fund his Galena High School. This past summer, he Bethesda, Maryland. He is involved with the first semester, a club designed to foster students’ worked at the Dan Hotel in Tel Aviv, Israel. hotel school’s HEC alumni weekend. Jeffrey knowledge of and involvement in the stock mar- He aspires to work in a different country dur- wants to be in Alpha Delta Phi to forge life- ket. Ryan was initially drawn to Alpha Delta Phi ing each summer of his schooling in order to long friendships and to be surrounded by men because of the strong and sophisticated nature gain a greater appreciation for other cultures who will help him grow into a man of cour- of the brotherhood. He grew to strongly ad- and a better understanding of the global mar- age, conscience, competence, and integrity. mire the poise and maturity that each brother ketplace. He is a founding board member of His brother, Peter “Tripp” Plamondon III, is a displayed in the way he carried himself. Ryan TAMID Israel Investment Group on campus junior in the 143rd pledge class at Alpha Delta hopes to join Alpha Delta Phi in order to hone and has been involved in many other groups Phi at Cornell and is also in the hotel school. these skills for himself and to experience the on campus. He has always been a person who bond that the brothers evidently have. has appreciated loyalty, and he trusts and feels John William Milani ’17 is from Armonk, that the brotherhood of Alpha Delta Phi ex- New York. He attended Byram Hills High Jorge Carlos Bouras ’17 was born in San Di- emplifies fidelity more than any other house. School and is currently in the School of Indus- ego, California. He attended La Costa Can- trial and Labor Relations in Cornell’s class of yon High School and is now a freshman at Joachim Jahnecke ’17 is from Bonn, Ger- 2017. In his senior year of high school, he was Cornell’s School of Hotel Administration. many, but grew up in Eastchester, New York, elected to be a mentor to the freshman class, He wants to be a part of the Alpha Delta Phi and Paris, France. Prior to attending Cornell which he considers a very proud moment in Fraternity because, in his eyes, it is the only University, he finished his education at West his life. He wants to be in Alpha Delta Phi be- brotherhood that does not strive to prove to Morris Mendham High School in Mendham, cause of the strong bond of brotherhood and the world who and what they are. On the con- New Jersey. He now studies at the College of unrivaled tradition and history. trary, they do as they please and act as they Arts and Sciences, where he is currently pur- wish, completely confident in the quality of suing an economics major with the hope of Samuel Josephs McGarvey ’17 is studying their character. becoming an investment banker in the future. applied economics and management in the He decided to join Alpha Delta Phi because College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Al- Christopher George Chedid ’17 is from North he wanted to excel at becoming a leader like though he was born in New York City, he cur- Brunswick, New Jersey. He attended North the many past alumni of the fraternity. Not rently lives in Chicago and has for the past 16 Brunswick Township High School. He is in the only that, but he admired the very strong years. For high school, he went to The Fran- School of Hotel Administration, class of 2017. sense of brotherhood within the house and cis Parker School. At Cornell, he is involved Christopher is in the 145th pledge class of Al- the family-like ambiance. It provides an en- in the Dyson Undergraduate Council. Soccer pha Delta Phi. He pledged Alpha Delta Phi vironment where individuals not only push and tennis are the two sports he plays most because of the brothers, history, and tradition. themselves beyond their limits, but do so col- frequently, but he also takes part in many out- Christopher’s passions are business and music. lectively with their brothers. Living among door sports, such as scuba diving and skiing. individuals from many different backgrounds He wanted to become a brother because he Sam Maxwell Selinger ’17, from New York gives the impression of a very humbling and wants to create bonds that will last a lifetime. City, attended Riverdale Country School also very valuable experience. It trains indi- in Bronx, New York. Sam is in the Col- viduals to be able to work collectively with Ryan John Picard ’17 is from New York City lege of Agriculture and Life Sciences and strangers in the future, regardless of their and is a freshman in the College of Arts and Sci- majors in applied economics and manage- backgrounds or ideologies. The mansion- ences. He went to Riverdale Country School, ment. Alpha Delt’s rich history, well-round- like house situated on the Gauntlet provides where he was an active member on the school ed brothers, and fellow pledges motivated all brothers with a home away from home. newspaper, the student council, and the soccer Sam to rush and pledge Alpha Delta Phi. (continued on next page)

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(continued from previous page) in California and Arizona. Moving around the mother decided that an international education Adam Daniel Lurie ’17 is from Minneapolis, country has helped him to adapt to different would be valuable, so he studied in the Interna- Minnesota, and attended St. Paul Academy. environments and different types of people. tional College of Spain. Following his mother’s He is in the class of 2017 and currently studies Sam has truly enjoyed getting to know the footsteps, he decided to attend Cornell Univer- in the School of Hotel Administration. Adam men of the fraternity. sity and focus on hotel administration with a wants to join Alpha Delta Phi to be groomed minor in music. He hopes to return to Europe into an educated, respectable, and distin- Oliver Erik Rosen ’17 is a member of the and start his own company, once he completes guished leader of fellow men. School of Industrial and Labor Relations, his degree. Kevin thinks Alpha Delta Phi pro- class of 2017. He hails from New York, New vides a support system, a brotherhood, and re- William Daniel Oprea ’16 is from Hicksville, York, where he attended The Trinity School. lationships within Cornell that will change his New York. He is currently enrolled in the Although his high school passions were in the whole experience abroad for the better. School of Industrial and Labor Relations and classics (Latin and ancient Greek), he looks is also pursing a business minor. He attended forward to combining the social-science foun- Jarro Paolo Yuzon ’17, a freshman at the Chaminade High School, a Catholic institu- dation of the ILR curriculum with a minor in School of Hotel Administration, hails from tion for young men. He is a member of the business to pursue a career in business and fi- Millersville, Maryland. He recently graduated lightweight rowing team, where he currently nance. The deep sense of camaraderie, loyalty, from Archbishop Spalding High School. Jarro’s holds the 2000-m record of all time on the er- and history drew him to Alpha Delta Phi. passion for service and hospitality brought him gometer, along with the American lightweight to Cornell. One day, he hopes to work in real 2000-m record for U19 men. He is thrilled to Connor Thomas Hayes ’16 hails from Alli- estate and financing for hotel development. The join a brotherhood with such unparalleled tra- son Park, a town just a few minutes outside strength of the brotherhood and utmost respect ditions and is excited to contribute to Alpha of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended Cen- for tradition that Alpha Delta Phi displays is Delta Phi’s legacy. tral Catholic, an all-male college preparatory what attracted him to the fraternity. school. Connor is currently enrolled in the Jake Scott Gibson ’17 is a student at Cornell School of Industrial and Labor Relations and Carlos Federico Singer ’17 is a freshman in University in the class of 2017. He is from plans to major in ILR with a minor in business. the School of Industrial and Labor Relations. Scarsdale, New York, where he attended Scars- He is a member of the lightweight rowing team He grew up in Santiago, Chile, and moved to dale High School. During his time in Scarsdale, and Big Red Leadership Institute. Additionally, Miami, Florida, three years ago. In Miami, he he served as an officer for his senior class, be- he serves as co-president of the Student Ath- attended Palmer Trinity School, where he was came a Junior Statesman of America, and par- lete Advisory Council and is a Cornell Tradi- the vice president of the student government. ticipated in mock trial. Currently, he is in the tion scholar. Connor is ecstatic to be presented The diversity and camaraderie of the brothers College of Arts and Sciences with an undecided with the opportunity to join Alpha Delta Phi, in the house is what attracted Carlos to the major. Jake is very interested in acting and cin- an institution with a long history of producing brotherhood. ematography, having starred in several theatri- many of society’s finest men. As someone who cal productions and short films, and has con- strives to continue, as was said so well on bid Byron Jason Lazaroff-Puck ’17 was born and tinued acting at Cornell. He has always held night, “to break free from mediocrity,” Con- raised in Beverly Hills, California. Prior to ar- great respect for loyalty and tradition and was nor can think of no better group of men with riving at Cornell University, Byron attended attracted to Alpha Delta Phi based on its long whom to continue associating himself. He is Harvard-Westlake School, where he competed history and unique character of brotherhood. excited to see how he will personally grow as in football and volleyball. Currently, Byron is a member of Alpha Delta Phi and how he can a freshman in the School of Hotel Administra- Stephen Preston Goodwin ’17 is a freshman, contribute to Alpha Delta Phi’s continual evo- tion, with interests including fine cuisine and graduating in 2017, at the School of Hotel lution and improvement. restaurant management. Upon graduating, Administration. He is from Winchester, Mas- Byron seeks to solve world hunger, as well as a sachusetts, and attended high school at The Jacques Dyvig Sisteron ’17 was born and raised position in the hospitality industry. He joined Rivers School in Weston, Massachusetts. Cur- in Beverly Hills, California, and spent two Alpha Delta Phi because of its commitment to rently, Stephen is involved in the club hockey years of his childhood living in Paris, France. long-standing traditions. team at Cornell. Stephen wishes to be a mem- He attended Harvard-Westlake School for high ber of Alpha Delta Phi in order to experience school, where he played for the lacrosse team Nicholas Edward Nathanson ’17 is currently unyielding loyalty based on mutual respect and and participated in a peer support program. He a freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences admiration throughout an entire brotherhood. is currently a freshman in the College of Agri- and plans on transferring to the School of Ho- culture and Life Sciences, pursuing a major in tel Administration. Nick was born in Santa Sam Mercer Weidenkopf ’17 is a freshman in environmental science and sustainability; how- Monica, California, and is the middle of three the School of Industrial and Labor Relations. ever, his interests also include other subjects, children. He resides in Beverly Hills, Califor- He wants to join Alpha Delta Phi because he such as physics, mathematics, and economics. nia, with his mom and in Brentwood, Cali- wants to be a part of something greater than He hopes one day to have an impact on the fornia, with his dad. He attended Harvard- himself. He also wants to give back to his world in the advancement of technology and Westlake High School, where he injured his community in an environment where he can the availability of clean energy. He was drawn neck playing middle linebacker on the football display and develop his leadership abilities. to Alpha Delta Phi for its extensive history and team. Nick hopes to one day own and manage Sam has moved all over the country for his commitment to tradition. his own hotel back on the West Coast. Nick is dad’s job. Born in Mendham, New Jersey, and drawn to the long tradition of brotherhood in most recently from Cleveland, Ohio, where he Kevin Kai Nielsen Garcia ’17 was born in Ma- the Alpha Delta Phi and cannot wait to be a attended University School, Sam has also lived drid, Spain. His Danish father and Peruvian part of the family.

www.adphicornell.org • PAGE 7 The Reflection of a NIB As spring classes at Cornell came to a strength that, in retrospect, was vital to our close and festivities at the Phi were invigorat- collective success during this period of growth. ed by a certain end-of-the-year fervor, I found Yet my pledge brothers alone did not de- myself looking back on the path that had led fine my march toward membership in the Phi. me to the fraternity. As a member of the 145th We learned to recite “Brotherhood, Leadership, pledge class, this path was one very recently Sacrifice, Service” with a serious expression traveled; however, even after only a few short and an air of importance, but, ultimately, it months, I could barely conceive of my life was the example of older brothers in the house without Alpha Delt. that truly drove home the significance of these The faces I saw all around me as we orga- pillars. Their dedication proved to be infectious nized ourselves for a brotherhood photo in front and elicited a similar sentiment of allegiance of the Goat House felt like those of old friends. from my pledge brothers and myself. It was truly shocking to think that, only four Bidding farewell to some of these brothers months earlier, I knew only a handful of those as they prepared to embark on journeys be- gentlemen. At Bid Dinner in January, I believed yond Cornell was difficult, but I have no doubt that I would, at some point over the next four that, while each and every one of them has a years, come to know those individuals as broth- bright future ahead of him, these men have not ers, yet I could never have predicted how quickly stepped foot in Alpha Delt for the last time. my relationships with them would develop. Whenever they return, I hope they find the Phi Of course, the new-member education in the same state that they left it for me, a state program proved to be a powerful catalyst in that I will work hard to preserve next semes- my formation of the bonds with my 21 pledge ter—filled to the brim and in excellent condi- brothers. To thrive during the demanding and tion, both literally and figuratively. historically conditioned process, we acted “Giving for charity does not as 22 parts of a single, cohesive unit; all the Hop sa sa, Oliver Rosen ’17 decrease us in wealth.” same, each of us brought to the table a unique House Manager Cornell’s Big Red Relief, Islamic Alliance for Justice, and Arab Student Association came together to organize a night of formal fun at Alpha Delta Phi, where students enjoyed some Brothers Welcome good food, good company, and amazing musi- Scott Brown for Dinner cal and poetic performances! Protocol Dinner continues to be an impor- ence while at Tufts University. He then deliv- 100% of the profits from this event were do- tant component of life in Alpha Delta Phi, and ered a short address to the brotherhood about nated to sams-usa.net to help Syrian Refugees. the active brothers had the pleasure of sharing the role of educated citizens in society, and he sams-usa.net the tradition with former Massachusetts Sena- took pictures with the guests. tor Scott Brown on Thursday, February 6, 2014. While Protocol Dinners are traditionally Following his speech on campus, Senator held on Sundays and Wednesdays, the broth- Brown joined the brothers and members of the erhood made an exception for this special oc- College Republicans for a delicious meal pre- casion. The senator’s presence sparked con- Dyson Citizen- pared by chef Paul Kominos. Cornell’s dean of versation around the house about politics and ship Award students and Alpha Delta Phi alumnus, Kent partisanship and about inviting more guests to Hubbell ’69, was also in attendance. future Protocol Dinners. Congratulations to honorable mention Senator Brown made his way around the The undergraduates would like to thank winner Samuel Ritholtz! table to speak with each brother individually. the Cornell Star & Crescent Foundation for The award is given annually as a part of Topics of conversation included his entrepre- its financial support. Without it, this event the A.D. White Leadership Conference to a neurial endeavors, potential run to be New would not have been possible. student who has exemplified exceptional lead- Hampshire’s senator, and his fraternity experi- ership within the Greek community and who has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service, philanthropy, scholarship, and citizenship. Honorable mention recipient Samuel Ritholtz, a senior majoring in international agriculture and rural development, was phi- lanthropy chair of Alpha Delta Phi. In that role, he organized many events, including his fraternity’s annual philanthropy event, Victo- ry Club, which, in spring 2012, raised $8,000 Justin Calabrese ’15, Alfonse Muglia ’14, Kent Hubble ’67, Senator Scott Brown, for the nongovernmental organization Voices Chang Ha Kim ’13, Alex Gulbrandsen ’15 of African Mothers.

PAGE 8 • Summer 2014 Victory Club 2014 a Great Success It is my distinct pleasure to report that our us has come to hold about the value of learn- annual Victory Club event, held this year on ing that takes place outside of the traditional April 12, once again proved to be nothing short classroom setting. of a great success. Thanks to the dedication of I would like to extend particular thanks to our brothers and the night’s own historic allure, all of the undergraduate brothers, alumni, and the Phi welcomed hundreds of guests for this community members who helped to support evening of gambling, live music, drinks, and the event and our fundraising. I am especially philanthropy, ultimately raising $7,600 grateful for my incredible co-chair, Ilyas Oliver Viera ’15, Marc Baselga ’16, for Ramapo for Children. Abayev ’16, my parents, who generous- Bruno Seros-Ulloa ’14 Providing programs for youth ly supplied us with Jorian Hill wine, confronting social, emotional, and Insomnia Cookies, which do- and learning challenges, includ- nated all of the desserts for the ing children with autism evening. and other special needs, As in years past, Vic- Ramapo operates out of tory Club proved to be one the core conviction that every of the biggest philanthropy child seeks “to learn, feel valued, events on campus and an excel- and experience success.” During the lent opportunity to showcase the summer months, the organization oper- essential qualities of Alpha Delt as the ates a camp in Rhinebeck, New York, for house was brought to life with its timeless upwards of 550 young people between the charm. Although much continues to change ages of six and 16, providing them with the con- on the Hill, Victory Club remains a vital part Matthew Colbert ’09 fidence and skills needed to help them align their of our rich culture. I am proud to have been behavior with their aspirations. able to assist the fraternity in upholding such It was truly an honor to support an orga- a timeless tradition, and I have no doubt that nization that, for decades, has been of excep- the brotherhood will maintain the high social tional importance to the families of brothers and philanthropic standards of Victory Club Samuel Ritholtz ’14, who spent several sum- once yet again next year. mers working as a counselor for Ramapo, and Please visit the Cornell Alpha Delta Phi Max Rosenthal ’16, whose father currently website to see photos from the night! serves as the president of the board. Addition- ally, it is the strong belief of the brothers that Xaipe, Ramapo’s initiatives align closely with the val- Reed Newman ’16 Alfonse Muglia ’14 ues of Alpha Delta Phi and the views each of Victory Club Co-Chair

Sam Rosenberg ’14, Joachim Jahnecke ’16 James Rockas ’13, Arturo Corzo ’14, Tony Biddle ’07, Evan Plamer ’11

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“Had a great ‘mini reunion’ with some 1950– wife, Lucia, and I will be taking a two-month McCarthy ’86. “I just enjoyed attending ’51 Cornell Alpha Delts on St. Michaels, trip to the biodiversity hot spots of Madagas- Karl S.F. Kirchner’s (’85) 50th birthday party Maryland, in 2012,” writes William Ferguson car, Mauritius, and South Africa.” Find out here in New York City, where numerous Al- ’52. “Hope to engage again in the future.” more: pha Delts were present.” Drop Phil a note at Get in touch with Bill at . or at .

John Post ’57 writes: “On August 25, the Bos- Gautham Nagesh ’05 has been working as a ton Cornell ADPhi ’57–’59 group gathered in journalist, covering the intersection of tech- Milton, hosted by Gordon Anderson ’58 (last nology and politics in Washington, DC, since year’s winner) for our annual get-together and 2007. He is currently a staff writer for CQ croquet event. This was the 46th year. Imagine! Roll Call, part of The Economist Group. He In attendance were Mal Johnston ’58, Bob is also a respected boxing writer and found- Bryant ’58, Dave Brown ’58, Terry West er of Stiff Jab, a website that features the ’58, Dan Hall ’59, me, and the winner, writing of several fellow members of Don Marshall ’59, in from California. the Phi. Get in touch with Gautham Regulars Jim Hunt ’59, Art Thorner at or ’58, and Jack Nestor ’59 couldn’t at make it. The course was thick and heavy, causing some embarrassing attempts at easy shots. Don prevailed Jacob Schtevie ’03, Chad Kaser ’03, with cunning, sharp hits, and several Joe LaMagna ’03, Tom Pipala ’03, strategically located other balls to play Justin Krieger ’03, and Nate Kopp ’04 off (gains two shots). Next year, we will recently met up in Colorado and experi- be at the Browns’ in St. Johnsbury, Ver- enced the wonders and beauty of Rocky mont. Our 50th will be in 2017.” Keep in Mountain National Park and the thrills touch with John at of Grand Lake. “It was a truly memorable . experience. One highlight of the trip was the wildlife we saw, from a small mouse to a huge “My returns to the house are always special,” elk and moose.” Find out more by writing to writes Richard Dyer ’59. “The house was look- Jake at or at ing great! Brotherhood firm and bonded. The . highlight was listening to The Sherwoods in the Robert Green ’77 writes: “We had a great time Solarium and the ‘rattling’ familiar sound of the with Clyde Kahrl ’77 and Tom Rothfels ’77 at After nine years as an Air Force civil-engineer- ancient oak dining room chairs. Certain memo- roommate reunion in Toronto last summer. My ing officer, Thomas Worden ’04 was medically ries do last forever. My dad was Alpha Delta wife, Lalana (Janlekha), Ag’77, was excited to retired as a captain, swapping from military Phi, Amherst (’31), so the bonds are especially have our youngest daughter, Alexandra, attend to federal service immediately. “My wife and I enduring. The house, grounds, and welcoming Cornell this past year for a master’s in civil engi- moved to D.C., and I became a patent exam- ambiance mean a lot to a returning alumnus neering. We are looking forward to more visits iner. I still hang with Alpha Delta Phi brothers like me. Best wishes and thank you all!” Recon- to the Hill this year.” Get in touch with Bob to from time to time. I enjoyed my Cornell 10-year nect with Rick at find out more: reunion at the Phi and met all the current broth- . ers plus plenty of alumni. I just spent Labor Day weekend with brother Miles Ryan Fisher “I attended the spring meeting of the Cornell “About 18 months ago, I joined the strategy ’04. Xaipe!” Write Tom a note to say hello: Outdoor Education program’s advisory board, consulting firm of Oliver Wyman Group as a on which I sit,” writes Sheldon Severinghaus partner in their leadership development prac- . ’62. “Our fraternity has some interesting pro- tice,” writes Tom Starr ’81. Six months subse- grams with COE. I also had breakfast with quently, my practice was acquired by Mercer, After graduation, Garrett Loh ’13 started his Brothers Chang Ha Kim ’13 and Kenneth where I continue to focus on executive and own company, FC Flamingo, which special- Ballato ’15 to talk about the COE Alpha Delt leadership development for big global compa- izes in tech and strategy consulting. “As you programs and other fraternity matters. My nies. I still live in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, know, I've always been pretty entrepreneurial, and was lucky enough to see Victor Schwartz and I am loving my new company. We are do- ’80 last spring while he and his daughter were ing really well, but can always use more busi- ALPHA DELT BROTHERS ... in town for a college visit. My own daugh- ness, so, if anyone ever mentions needing a ter is a freshman at Colgate this year.” Write new website, please let them know about me! Share your thoughts, opinions, and to Tom at My favorite project was for Blackwell Rum. memories of Alpha Delt in the newslet- Funny fact, I met Chris Blackwell Sr. through ter. Send them to Howie Schaffer ’90 by Cornell and ADPhi.” Keep in touch with Gar- email at [email protected]. “I live in New York and enjoy my weekend ret at home in Hudson, New York,” writes Phil .

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Edward (“Ned”) S. Friend ’44 was born on children. Dick graduated from the Kent School He was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on June 17, 1921 and passed away on January in Connecticut and from Cornell University. August 19, 1931, to Major General John 20, 2013. He was from Hubertus, Wisconsin. He was a lieutenant in the U.S. Army during D. and Elizabeth Higgins (Hobbs). He at- He was a loyal correspondent and wrote to us the Korean War. Dick raised his family in Bed- tended Birmingham University School and often to tell stories of World War II. Ned was ford, New York, while spending many happy graduated from The Episcopal High School a generous contributor for more than half a vacations in the Adirondacks. He was an in- in Alexandria, Virginia. He graduated Cornell century. We will miss him. surance broker for many years, working in the University in 1953 with a master’s degree in family business with his father and brothers. mechanical engineering and became a certi- Vernon Edelen Whitaker ’44, 91, a lifelong resi- Dick Reid was an avid naturalist, who fought fied professional engineer. He played on the dent of Birmingham, Alabama, was born Febru- tirelessly to protect the environment, including Cornell golf team, earning a varsity letter and ary 23, 1922, and died August 26, 2013. His a battle to re-route Interstate 684 in New York becoming Cornell University golf champion. parents, Vernon E. Whitaker Sr. and Marie Smith and the Velco Powerline through the Cham- He returned to Birmingham, where he mar- Whitaker, precede him in death. He is survived plain Valley. He hiked in Vermont with his ried the love of his life, Betty Ann Bond. He by his wife of 64 years, Jane Major Whitaker, family, climbing Camels Hump 18 consecutive spent two years on active duty in the Army and his children, Dr. William Vernon Whitaker months when he was 78 years old. Field Artillery Corps during the Korean War (Virginia Miller), Daniel Edelen Whitaker (Mal- and later in the Army Reserves, attaining the lory Bolen), Pamela Whitaker Ball (Leonard, de- James R. Thomas II ’50, a longtime Charles- rank of major. Following the Army, he joined ceased), and his grandchildren William Bennett ton, West Virginia, business owner and phi- Birmingham Paper Company, a division of St. Whitaker (Elizabeth Wilson, bride-to-be), David lanthropist, died on May 8, 2013, at the age Regis Paper Company, serving as plant en- Wilson Whitaker (Natalie Race), Robert Hol- of 87. Thomas was the first chairman of the gineer and then as a general manager in Los lingsworth Whitaker, Daniel Taylor Whitaker board of Charleston Renaissance Corp., Angeles, California. He returned to Birming- (Margaret Shults), Andrew Tucker Whitaker, an organization formed to help downtown ham as general manager of the St. Regis Pa- Mallory Evelyn Whitaker, Shannon E. Waller Charleston rebound after it was seriously hurt per Company plant downtown. In 1964, he III, Sarah Anne Sawyer, and two great-grand- by the opening of the Charleston Town Cen- started his own business, American Design, children. Mr. Whitaker graduated from Wood- ter Mall and other factors in the early 1980s. Inc., printing pressure-sensitive labels. The berry Forest School in Virginia and Cornell Uni- Charleston Renaissance was later merged with company became the largest printer of labels versity. He served in the U.S. Navy during World other similar groups to form the Charleston in the southeast U.S. He sold the company in War II in the Pacific Theater. He was a mechani- Area Alliance. Thomas’s grandfather was 1986, retiring in 1988. In 1989, he started a cal engineer at Stockham Valves and Fittings for among those who founded the coal company second business, Boxall, Inc., printing folding 38 years. He was a member of Altadena Valley Carbon Industries Inc. In 1977, IT&T bought boxes, primarily for pharmaceuticals. David Presbyterian Church (PCA). the company. Thomas left the company sev- was elected president of the Mountain Brook eral years later and joined Charleston Renais- City Council and served on the Mountain Richard F. Reid ’50, 84, of Shelburne, Ver- sance. Thomas was born in November 1925 Brook Board of Zoning Adjustment. He was mont, died peacefully of complications from and served in the U.S. Army from 1944 to a deacon and elder at Independent Presbyte- heart surgery on February 6, 2013, surround- 1946, according to the Junior Achievement of rian Church, was a member of the Newcomen ed by his loving family. Dick, also known as West Virginia Business Hall of Fame, where Society, and served on the board of directors “Bucky” to his many friends, was a caring and he was inducted in 2003. He served on the of the Exchange Security Bank (which became loving parent, grandparent, and husband. He boards of One Valley Bank, Columbia Energy, First Alabama Bank, then Regions Bank), on made close friendships and maintained his ac- and Shoney’s. He also served as president of the board of directors of the Birmingham Ki- tive and vital approach to life to the very end. the Carbon Fuel Foundation, which donated wanis Club, on the board of the Birmingham Dick was born in Mineola, New York, on Sep- thousands of dollars to West Virginia colleges, Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, tember 29, 1928. He married the love of his among other beneficiaries. He was one of the himself having attained the rank of Eagle life, Shirley “Sherie” Reid Thompson, in the first winners of the annual Spirit of the Valley Scout, and on the board of directors of The summer of 1951. He will be greatly missed by award given by the Charleston YMCA. Country Club of Birmingham. David was also his children, Dinah, Jessie and her husband a founder and board member of Wade Hamp- (Jeffrey Bradley), Shirley, and Dick and his David Higgins ’53 of Mountain Brook, Ala- ton Golf Club in Cashiers, North Carolina, wife (Jo). He was devoted to his nine grand- bama, passed away Friday June 21, 2013. where he spent his summers after retirement, 2013–2014 Alpha Delta Phi Cornell Tradition Fellowship Winner Samuel Ritoltz ’14 When I received my acceptance into Cornell, at Cornell, because they provided me with College of Agriculture and Life Sciences I just stared in disbelief; I couldn’t believe I a strong foundation in my current field of got in. interest. International Agriculture and Rural Development There are many classes which I enjoy, but I would really like you to know, as my benefac- Women and Gender Issues in Africa with Dr. tor, that I have a strong commitment to public I chose Cornell because I truly believed in “any Lumumba, Refugees with Dr. Garcia, and service. I really want to just say thank you! person, any study” and wanted a campus envi- Intro to Global Health with Jeanne Mose- ronment where I could pursue all my interests. ley have been some of my favorite classes Samuel Ritoltz ’14

www.adphicornell.org • PAGE 11 necrology and served as president of the High Hampton school, graduating in 1968, and then, many ther Benjamin J. “Bud” Denihan in New York Colony Club. He was a past member of Shoal years later, to Temple University to get a City in 1963. Although the youngest of four Creek Country Club, Cedar Creek Racquet masters degree in mathematics teaching. He siblings, Charlie had an extraordinary bond Club, and Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Da- leaves behind a loving family, including Jill with his slightly older, special-needs brother vid was an avid hunter, bridge player, often Michaels, his wife and partner of 33 years, Tully, and was a “big” brother to him from teaching bridge classes, and golfer. He was a his adored children, step children, and chil- the moment he was born. Charlie grew up member of the Two Bit, Rollers, Scramblers, dren-in-law. Al had been living in Vermont in Manhattan, where he attended St. David’s and High Price Dogfights, and founded the for almost 22 years, most of that time in School, and later graduated from Deerfield High Hampton Colony Club Men’s Dog- South Strafford. Before his illness, Al taught Academy in Deerfield, Massachusetts, where, fight. David, along with his sister, math and pre-engineering technology, as both a peer counselor and cheerleader, he perpetuated his father’s an- most recently at Thetford Acad- became known for his larger-than-life per- nual flag raising ceremony at emy and, before that, at Riv- sonality, a trait that followed him through High Hampton, which has erbend Career and Technical the rest of his life. Charlie earned his bache- been held each Fourth of Center. He enjoyed mak- lor of science degree from the Cornell School July since 1959. David ing math both fun and of Hotel Administration, with a concentra- is survived by his wife challenging and spoiled tion in finance, accounting, and real estate. of 60 years, his chil- his TA homeroom In addition to his involvement in the family dren, John (Kelly) students with Friday business, Charlie was passionate about mu- and Robert (Marga- sweet treats. He was sic, musical artists, and technology. He took ret), grandchildren, active in VTNEA, a an avid role in various start-up technologies Jack, Bond, and strong supporter of and ventures as a founder of Silver Lake to Hartwell, his sister, the ACLU, and an Soho, a cross-platform digital promotion Beth Jackson, and enthusiastic partici- and tour operator for emerging musical art- nieces, Ivey Sumrell pant in TA’s “speak ists and as CO-CEO of Vokoder FM, a music (Jim) and Kathy chorus.” His life as web application. Charlie lived life to the full- Howe (Harold). a teacher followed est and found a way to look at the brightest many years as an side of everything. He believed in the possi- Bill J. Bowling ’63, electrical/computer bilities of the dreams of those he knew and 72, of North Can- engineer, mostly in loved as fervently as he believed in his own. ton, Ohio, passed Philadelphia. Al en- Those who met Charlie consistently walked away suddenly on joyed his garden, away moved by his presence, knowing well August 14, 2013, cooking, intellectual that he was a friend who would always be in his cabin on the challenges, music (es- there when it really counted. Charlie’s zest banks of the Au Sable pecially jazz and op- for life was contagious, and he could light up River in Michigan. Bill era), politics, and travel. a room with his smile. Handsome, genuine, was born on June 19, 1941, in funny, and magnetic, he inherited his family’s Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated with an en- Michael A. Weintraub ’81 was born on De- generosity, and, as many say, would gladly gineering degree from Cornell University in cember 7, 1959, and died suddenly on Oc- give anyone the shirt off his back. His phil- 1964, completing his MBA in 1965. He was tober 7, 2013, at the age of 53. Michael was anthropic interests included The Benedictine a dedicated employee at the Timken Compa- a graduate of Cornell University’s School of Foundation, The Miami Project, Operation ny in Canton, Colmar, France, and Latrobe, Industrial and Labor Relations. In Sarasota, Smile, and The Fresh Air Fund. Pennsylvania, for 38 years, retiring in 2003 he was a member of the Cornell Alumni As- as executive vice president, chief operating sociation. His career was spent as a banker officer, and president-steel. Since his retire- with a specialty in healthcare lending. He ment, Bill has enjoyed hunting, fishing, trav- was an animal lover and cherished his child- eling, and gardening. Bill is survived by his hood dog and his cats as an adult. Michael The Cornell wife of 50 years, Susan, their three daugh- was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and ters, Elizabeth Winkler (John), Michelle Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Andre (Pete), and Laura Cherkauer (Keith), Alpha Delt and seven grandchildren, Lauren, Brady, and Charlie Denihan ’08 of New York City was Bryce Winkler, Mikaila and Aubry Andre, born on May 24, 1985, and passed away sud- and Samuel and Blake Cherkauer. denly on Sunday evening, March 16, 2014. is published by the Cornell Chapter of Charlie was the loving son of Benjamin and Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity. Albert J. Zielenski ’68 passed away quietly Barbara Denihan, brother of Kate and Tully and peacefully at home with his family on Denihan and Chrissy Denihan O’Donovan, Photographs and news items should March 20, 2013, after a valiant fight with brother-in-law to Kevin O’Donovan, godfa- be sent to Alumni Records Office, pancreatic cancer. Al was “born on the ther to Bud O’Donovan, and loving uncle, as Alpha Delta Phi at Cornell, Fourth of July” in 1946. He grew up in the well as friend to all. Charlie was a third-gen- P.O. Box 876, Ithaca, NY 14851-0876, Poughkeepsie area and lived for a while in eration member of the family’s hotel invest- or to [email protected]. Philadelphia before moving to Vermont. ment and management company, Denihan He went to Cornell University’s engineering Hospitality Group, founded by his grandfa-

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