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CROSS &June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 1 CRESCENT Est 1932 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 14 | From Humble Beginnings: A University President’s Success Story 04 | Lambda Chi’s Social Web 06 | Remembering Powers Boothe and Joe McCorquodale June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 2 June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 3 Lambda Chi’s Social Web staff list Publisher: by Taylor Grayson FROM THE EDITOR 04 Bill Farkas As we wind down from another successful school year and head Editor: into a well-deserved summer break, it is time once again to Taylor Grayson remember the best stories of the quarter. In this issue, our cover story introduces us to Grand High Zeta member Jim Abbott. Abbott is not only a critical part of Managing Editor: Lambda Chi Alpha, but the leader of the University of South Tad Lichtenauer Remembering Powers Boothe Dakota, where he helps guide students to excellence. We also introduce a few new sections of the Cross & Crescent, and Joe McCorquodale Digital Marketing Manager: which we hope our readers will enjoy, while also learning a few tips and tricks along the way. by Taylor Grayson Jimmy Long 06 Throughout the rest of the issue, you will find stories of leadership, service, and a dedication to the greater good. It has been my honor serving as editor, thus far, and I Layout & Design: continue to look forward to sharing the stories of our great fraternity. Fuel VM As always, please remember to check lambdachi.cc for the latest updates on what is going on throughout all Lambda Chi Alpha chapters. If you would like to see every Contact & article as it is published, please feel free to sign up to receive email alerts by visiting Contibutions lambdachi.cc/subscribe. If you have a story which you would like to submit, please email NYU Brother Paving Way in [email protected]. Agriculture Industry Content for consideration should be We would like to extend our thanks to members and friends of Lambda Chi Alpha alike for creating the best experience of any fraternity. by Taylor Grayson submitted by the 15th of the month. 08 Thank you for reading, and we wish brothers a safe and relaxing summer break! Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Best regards, 11711 N Pennsylvania St. Taylor Grayson, Editor, Cross & Crescent Magazine Suite 250 Gentlemen’s Corner--Resume Do’s and Don’ts Carmel, IN 46032 (317)872-8000 by Taylor Grayson 10 [email protected] www.lambdachi.org Social Media From Humble Beginnings by Taylor Grayson 14 Buffalo Brother Prepares to Bike Across America by Taylor Grayson 19 Cross & Crescent Magazine est. 1915 June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 Lambda Chi Alpha Gets Social 4 Lambda Chi Alpha Gets Social June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 5 LAMBDA CHI ALPHA GETS SOCIAL @lambdaChiAlphaIHQ We are always eager to see the interesting and wonderful things our brothers are doing across the country and Canada! Here are some examples of how members of Lambda Chi are giving back to their community, enjoying brotherhood and upholding the values of our fraternity: @nathanlegger @skinnyboywholifts @lambdachi.osu @collinyourbluff @daviecastle @cwilly_21 @jeffraaayy @lambdachifiu @shazam_slv @nyulambdachi @realraz @christiansmingle @eddie_witte @phammer558 @thejuanrobles @nyulambdachi @timantaree @freshprinceofmanhattan June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 Remembering Powers Boothe and Joe McCorquodale 6 Remembering Powers Boothe and Joe McCorquodale June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 7 It came as somewhat of a shock to the people of Boothe’s hometown REMEMBERING POWERS BOOTHE AND when he decided to pursue acting, instead of football. JOE MCCORQUODALE MCCORQUODALE BOOTHE, MOST Boothe soon became the successful actor he had set out to become, Though both men came from very different backgrounds, the legacy that MARRIED HIS REMEMBERED though. He even won an Emmy for Joe McCorquodale and Powers Boothe left in the lives of so many is his performance in the mini-series profound. HIGH SCHOOL FOR HIS ROLES “Guyana Tragedy: The Story of Jim Jones”. Boothe was the father of four, one by: Taylor Grayson SWEETHEART, IN TELEVISION BETTY MCCRARY, SHOWS daughter and three sons. STORY AND WAS THE One, a man of politics, the other gracing the silver screen, both were to tell you how outstanding I think he prominent in their respective fields, but more importantly, remembered as FATHER OF was and of the high regard I hold for brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha. Joe McCorquodale.” We, as a brotherhood, remember both influential men and their dedication TWO SONS AND to their professions, loved ones, and fraternity. Powers Boothe GRANDFATHER OF Joe McCorquodale Boothe, most remembered for FOUR. his roles in television shows like “Deadwood” and movies such as A native of Alabama, McCorquodale attended the University of Alabama. “Sin City”, began his acting career in McCorquodale enlisted when World War II began, becoming a bombardier was the father of two sons and the late 1970s. and surviving 22 missions. Upon his return, he created McCorquodale grandfather of four. Insurance Agency, which he managed up until his passing in April. Coming from Texas, Boothe In McCorquodale’s obituary, attended Southwest Texas State He also served as the Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives former two-term Alabama Governor University. He then attended Southern for 24 years. Though he ran for the position of governor of Alabama, Fob James is quoted as saying, “The Methodist University for his master’s McCorquodale finished third in the race and did not run again. man’s [McCorquodale] word was his degree in drama. McCorquodale married his high school sweetheart, Betty McCrary, and bond. It’s hard for me to find words Joe McCorquodale (left), Photo Courtesy of the AFA Newsroom Powers Boothe, Photo Courtesy of Credit Doug Hyun/HBO June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 NYU Brother Paving the Way in Agriculture Industry 8 NYU Brother Paving the Way in Agriculture Industry June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 9 That question is exactly what The plants clean the water, the fish product,” Green told NBC. cofounder/Theta-Upsilon member feed the plants and LaRosa and other Edenworks recognizes that fresh Matthew LaRosa, cofounder Ben employees feed the fish: a closed loop produce may not always be an Silverman, and CEO/cofounder Jason system. option, especially in big cities. With Green are trying to answer with their That nutrient-rich solution is the the creation of Edenworks, an urban company, Edenworks. reason why, though, Edenworks has farm, stale veggies can be a thing of LaRosa, a senior at New York become the talk around Brooklyn. the past. University, started his adventure with “The advantage of aquaponics over “The general motivation behind the vertical farm system after hearing other systems, such as hydroponics this and kind of the social aspect is Green speak about the idea at a or aeroponics, is it gives a more it’s an environmentally-motivated school competition. From there, he ecological fertilizer for the plants company,” stated LaRosa. “A lot of was hooked. by utilizing the fish,” said LaRosa. people lack access to fresh produce A construction management major, “So, if you use hydroponics, you are and fresh food in general. Using our LaRosa works on the engineering providing all of the macronutrients technology, cities become where the side and currently operates the that the plants are going to need, food is being grown and consumed.” “Farmlab”, a 1000-foot greenhouse but you are not providing all of the As Edenworks continues to perfect where the magic happens. micronutrients, which is extremely its system, LaRosa hopes to see the So here is the million-dollar important.” company grow its reach beyond New question that might be on your mind: “That influences flavor, taste and York. Following his graduation in what makes Edenworks different than just the overall nutrient content of the May, LaRosa will start full-time. any other farm you can imagine? end product.” LaRosa is excited to see where Two words: aquaponic system. In People, such as Questlove of The Edenworks will take him and is ready this system, fish generate manure, Roots band, have started to catch on to get down to business. which is naturally broken down by a to this fresh craze. However, LaRosa, “It’s nice recognition, but really for microbiome of soil bacteria into the Silverman, and Green assure there is this company, especially, and the field nutrients that the vegetables need. still much work to do. that we are in, there is so much work The vegetables then filter the water as “What we are trying to do is to to be done.” they grow. make microgreens an accessible retail NYU BROTHER PAVING THE WAY IN AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY When we take that first crunchy bite of our salad, what do we think? Maybe ‘This could use a touch more dressing’ or ‘What is a salad without some cheese’. The thought that probably doesn’t cross our minds is what kind of nutrients am I really gaining from these greens? by: Taylor Grayson Matt LaRosa No other company uses the tactics A view into some of the grow beds utilized by Edenworks. at Edenworks. June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 Gentlemen’s Corner-- Resume Dos and Don’ts 10 Gentlemen’s Corner-- Resume Dos and Don’ts June 2017 - lambdachi.org - Quarterly Issue #2 11 Resume do’s and don’ts are where we humane society, say so! Including that start. Following graduation, finding information makes you that much more that first job can be daunting. Your of a person and less of a name on a piece resume will become your roadmap of paper.

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