"NITY OF PHI GAMWA DEkTA Beaver Fiji»®^ The Kappa Omicron Chapter of Phi iSamma-Elelta Spring 1963 Oregon Statp Univsrsitv.'^t^YrrvarH-is^Qrngon PLEDGE CLASS TOPS Through the great efforts of Mike Eilers, Rush Chairman, Kappa Omicron's pledge class was one of the best in years. Twenty-four men were pledged Fall term and in addition, four were added Win ter term. All of the pledges least a had 2.5 at G.P.A. out of high school and many were B plus students. Fall term pledges were Harold Bayley, Ken Bailey, Terry Benton, Robert Bomen- gen, Launie Carlin, Our tradition of shaving the Pledge's heads spring term has not fallen yet. In fact, our freshmen actually take pride in their new haircuts. Michael De Coss, Gerald D u r b i n , Donald Hauber, James Heltzel, Rob ert Hoffman, Mich ael Huebler, Ron ald Lehfeldt, Tom Neilson, Steve Ol son, William Stellmacher, Forrest Streb, James Tip pet, Steve Vrtiska, Colin Walker, and James Zachor. Winter term pledges were Steve Adams, Jerry Harpster, Bill Hobbs and Skip McCready. Continuing in the same manner as they had in high school, their activities on campus and in sports were unlimited. Don Hau ber, Bill Stellmacher and Jim Zachor all participated in Rook Foot ball. Steve Vrtiska played ball for the Basketball Team. Launie Carlin and Jim Zachor are both members of the Freshman Baseball Team and Steve Olson is pitching for the Varsity Baseball Nine. Freshmen tracksters include Bob Hoffman and Jim Tippet. Jerry Harpster was on the O.S.U. Ski Team and Steve Adams and Steve Vrtiska are presently playing for the Rook Golf Team. Turning to campus activities. Bob Bomengen, Tom Neilson and Ron Lehfeldt were members of the five-man rook rally squad. Bob Bomengen was also chairman of the Rook Bonfire and on the Rook-Soph, picnic Queen Selection Committee. Skip McCready was a member of the O.S.U. Dixieland Band that traveled with the highly talented O.S.U. basketball team, and Jim Heltzel is participating in Homecoming Committee Work. These activities, combined with their interest in fraternity af fairs, have made the pledges of Phi Gamma Delta a fine contribu tion to our fraternity. Their chances for the annual trophy award for the outstanding freshman fraternity group are certainly excellent. \r\nPage Two BEAVER FIJI Spring, 1963 OUR PRIDE AND JOY'S — The annual Pledge Class walk-out was deemed a success by all those who participated. At approximately 6:00 p.m. Friday, March 29, we discovered that all the pledges had left with all the House silverware, prior to dinner. But, as we learned later, the pledges were not finished with their "pranks". They returned again at mid night, while there were no members in the House, and upset all the furniture. This time, however, they left the House with a $300 Garrard Stereo. The complete gift consisted of a Knight amplifier, Garrard turntable, and four Electro-Voice speakers enclosed in walnut cabinets. All of us were quite pleased and surprised when we re turned to see this beautiful stereo out-fit. When all were in bed, the pledges returned a third time to complete their plan of disrupt ing the members' weekend. Again we were caught by surprise as the pledges quietly removed the front door and dismantled the stereo enough so we would be nunable to play it all weekend—we later idscovered that our front door had been given the Alpha Phi sorority. After completing this "ran-sac" of the House, the Pledge Class, consisting of 24, proceeded to Oceanlake, Oregon. The weather was so bad that they ended their stay at Cannon Beach, where Mr. and Mrs. Nielson (parents of member Tom Nielson '66) provided them with a cabin for their stay. The purpose of the walk-out, to learn brotherhood and unity, was apparently fulfilled. We, the members of PHI GAMMA DELTA, wish to congratulate the Pledge Class for conducting a successful walk-out and we wish to thank them for the addition of the beautiful stereo. A SHARP RISE IN SCHOLARSHIP — After many terms of mediocore grades and a Fall term ranking of 23rd among the 32 fraternities, we are pleased to have risen to 9th place among these same 32. The rise in position can be attribu ted mainly to the higher quality of freshmen pledged. Most of the men pledged this year had above 3.00 G.P.A. from high school. Sec ondly, the rise in standing was due to a more serious attitude taken among the other undergraduates. We are certain that it will be possible to raise our standing even further, thus realizing more fully our role as Fiji's and stu dents at Oregon State University. SECTION CONVENTION — This year's 18th Section Convention was hosted by our own Kappa Omicron Chapter. The main topic of the convention was "The Relation Between The Man and The Fraternity". Four prominent men were invited to speak: James H. Jensen, President of Oregon State University; George Gunn Jr., President of the National Fra ternity of Phi Gamma Delta; Dan W. Poling, Dean of Men at Ore gon State University; and brother Doc. Gilfillan, Ex-Dean of the School of Science. It was a very informative convention and all of the delegates felt that it was well worth their while. They especially enjoyed the final function which was a date affair at nearby Colorado Lake, with a dance band and plenty of refreshments. We appreciate the work of Gary Wildish, Chairman, in making this a very successful event. \r\nSpring. 1963 BEAVER FIJI Page Three NOTICE — Brother "Scram" Graham, Alumni Director at O.S.U. has indicated that the classes of 1923 and 1928 are having their 40th and 35th year reunions. These will take place on the campus on Friday and Sat urday, May 31st and June 1st. Commencement this year will be held in the Coliseum Sunday, June 2, at 2:00 p.m. NEWS OF BROTHERS — Kay and Larry Bough have a new addition to their family. He goes by the name of Steven. Brian "Beetle" Bailey is working for Boeing Co. in New Orleans. The word is out that Brian is a little lonely and would enjoy hearing from some of the brothers. His ad dress is: Brian R. Bailey, 1217 Burgundy, New Orleans 16, Louisiana. Ron Duetlgen is now attending the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. Ron has found the University a little bit larger than O.S.U.. about 25,000 students, and the courses are a great deal more diffi cult. Lois, his wife, is helping him out in his studies. Good Luck. Ron! His present address is: 2230 Cram PI. No. 1, Ann Arbor, Mich. Tom Braden is enjoying his graduate school work at Ft. Benning, Georgia. It seems that he is really having a ball. He is lucky enough to be able to crawl along the ground with constant machine gun fire 44" above. Brother Braden would like to hear from some of the brothers. His address is: Lt. 'T. J. Braden (05708115), Det. No. 232nd Stu. Bn., T.S.B., Ft. Benning. Ga. Brothers .Dalziel and Ashfield are both living in the San Francisco Bay area. Warren Dalziel is working for I.B.M. Ron Ashfield is working for Standard Oil Co. INTRAMURALS — The Fijis again have had a successful year in intramurals. Win ter term we moved up from 16th to 4th place in the running for AIlSchool Intramural trophy which is based on participation and num ber of victories. Fall term's action saw the Fijis lose only one football game— success due largely to our new spread type offense. The highlight of the season was our 14-0 victory over the ATO's in the annual bev erage bowl. Winter term the Fijis were runner-up for All-School championships in volleyball, paddleball and swimming. The bas ketball team, led by Larry Clark and Jerry Jones, lost only one game this season—the first B-ball loss handed to the Fijis in three years. The always strong bowling team again walked off with the championship this year. They were led by Steve Olson who took the trophy for the highest individual average in the school. So tar this term (Spring) the Fiji softball, track, tennis and golf teams are undefeated, and 15 of the members are still in competition for the individual horseshoe tournament. At the Scholarship dinner held last week, Mike Eilers was pre sented the house trophy for the most outstanding participant in in tramurals this year. DON'T forget the PIG DINNER! "All Hail the Pig!" Alums, don't forget the annual Norris Pig .Dinner. After the big success with the one held in Portland last year, we would like to see even a greater representation this year. The date is Sunday, May 12, to be held here at the Chapter House. We'll be looking forward to seeing you and you to seeing our new class of '66. So let us know whether you can make it or not. ' ^ Th \r\nPage Four BEAVER FIJI Spring, 1963 TREASURER'S REPORT — With the shortage of Seniors this year, we are five men below comfortable capacity. We are still meeting monthly expenses, but with little to spare. Next year we should be in a good position con sidering we pledge about the same amount of men as we have in the past. The men of Phi Gamma Delta are looking forward to the pos sible addition and remodeling of our kitchen this summer, depend ing upon the approval of Kappa Omicron Association. The remodel ing may also include converting our 3rd floor sleeping porch into study rooms and converting our attic into a sleeping porch. If this transaction follows through, we could increase the number living in the house by 10 to 15 more men. Architects are being contacted to survey the situation and make estimates of the cost. R U S H — Following in the footsteps of our competent and successful Rush Chairman last year, Mike Filers '64, will be our equally inspired new chairman, Tony Helm '65. Already, our rush program has shown its success and further promise for another great class next year. We urge all alums not to hesitate to let us know of any top prospects planning on attending Oregon State next fall. CAMPUS ACTIVITIES — Bert Loughmiller was recently elected vice-president of the InterFraternity Council. Bert will be in charge of all fraternity judicial and disciplinary matters as well as serve on the IFC executive com mittee. Bert is serving his second year on the IFC Sing Committee. Mike Lucas and Paul Schanno were active members of Alpha Delta Sigma, national advertising honorary, of which Mike served as president. Mike was also a member of Blue Key. Paul served as Rally Committee Chairman for ASOSU and worked on the Beaver Staff. Bob Bailey was elected to Alpha Zeta and Beta Gamma Sigma scholastic honoraries in agriculture and business respectively. Bert Loughmiller was selected for membership in the engineering set lastic honorary, Sigma Tau. Jerry Heil is publicity chairman for the Junior-Senic Ron Enna, Doug Strahl and Jim Zachor were area chairmer portunity OSU. Ron also served as a Thane. ' In athletics A1 Funston is vieing for a number one guard tion in varsity football. Also out for spring training are Jim and Bill Stellmacher, who played for the Rooks in the fall. Dave Long, Mike Filers and Steve Olson are playing for Ralph Coleman's nationally ranked baseball team. PHI GAMMA DELTA EISiVJL§Bra:lQ CO 348 North 25th Corvallis, Oregon CO 3=- 'n William S, Zerman 1757 N St., N.W., Washington 6 D.C, r~> m m CD cn CD T=az CD rn m