Ohio Wesleyan University Phi Gamma Delta THE OLD AND THE NEW: CONTINUED EXCELLENCE AT THETA DEUTERON PAST PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE After a very successful trip to Denver, Colorado for the 140th Ekklesia, we returned to the chapter house where we started to plan things for the upcoming year. This year, the chapter is at full capacity. Theta Deuteron has a total of sixty-seven members in the fraternity, the largest on thehill. Of the sixty-seven brothers, twenty-eight arepledges traveling from homes found all over the United States. Thanks to the hard work of Don Ryan and Chris Callaghan, I am pleased to say that the pledge class of this year is one of the best to ever come into the fraternity. Their extra-curricular activities and grade point averages from high school were very impressive. From October 6th to 9th, the Field Secretary, Paul Louis, May 1989 paid a visit. As usual, he met with every committee head, the Purple Legionnaire, and Cabinet. Itwasa very informative visit and greatly appreciated by the brothers and myself. Fallfest was also a part of that busy weekend. Many parents of actives and pledges came to meet each other during the brunch and cocktail party. To say the least, I believe it was a glorious success. Numerous references were made to the beauty of our house. Fd like to thank Doug Wamock and the House Corporation for the work that was done on the exterior of the house. It was much needed and greatly appreciated. This year, more than any other year, the University has set out to enforce the twenty-one age drinking law and I would like you to know that the Theta Deuteron Chapter is adhering to the University policy and Phi Gamma Delta policy in every possible way. By now, the new officers have taken over and I would like to say that this has been a memorable experience. An experience that will not be left to "college days alone". Fraternally, Andrew "Deech'' Detrick '89 Perge! Theta Deuteron is graced by winter \r\nLETTER FROM THE NEWLY ELECTED PRESIDENT This is the first newsletter in some time, and I guess everyone hasbeen wonderinghowThetaDeuteron is, and what we have been up to. Well, we are doing great and Theta Deuteron is as strong as ever. At the present time we have 67 brothers, 42 which live in the house and 17 new initiates. The held leadership positions before, but none of which entailed so much responsibility. As a cabinet member, such responsibilities include not only correspondence with our alumni, university and community leaders, but also looking after the welfare of my brothers and our chapter. 1feel we have done many good things as cabinet members, but there are still other projects that need to be accomplished in order to keep our "quest for excellence". future for the FUI'S at O.W.U. looks great Through a reconstructed committee system we hope to achieve a status of total chapter involvement among the under graduate brothers and new initiates. Hopefully, this will also serve as a catalyst to stimulate respect for the house and participation in chapter events. With the recent formation of a Board of Chapter Advisors by our Purple Legionnaire Chip Holcombe, we hope they will Fraternally, Rudyard Whips '91 Corresponding Secretary LETTER FROM THE HISTORIAN As the historian of Phi Gamma Delta, I have spent the serve as a valuable source of information and advice for the majority of my time educating the new initiates in the rituals and chapter in areassuchas rush, scholarship, and pledgetraining. Our accomplishments have been minor in comparison to our expectations of the future. In closing,pleaseremember the chapteris stillhereandalwaysopen toourbrothers. Inorderfor this chapterto be successful, we need our graduates. secrets of Theta Deuteron. Fraternally yours, Scott T. Snyder '91 I have met three times with the freshmen for post initiation education and preparation for the approaching exam. 1am quite confident that they will pass and become "complete" brothers in Phi Gamma Delta. As a newly elected member to the cabinet, 1know that the interests of our chapter will be well represented. We have attainable goals and high expectations that will help Theta Deuteron reign as the top fraternity at Ohio Wesleyan. President Fraternally, Perge! Matthew Curtis '90 Historian A NEWLY ELECTED CABINET TAKES OVER WITH CONFIDENCE LETTER FROM THE RECORDING SECRETARY Since the newlyelected cabinet has takenoffice, the highlight has been the initiation of our seventeen pledges. Our freshmen are involved in a wide spectrum of campus activities ranging from varsity sportsto academic honorary societies. In the days to come, the Theta Deuteron chapter at Ohio Wesleyan hasseveralgoals toachieve. PhiGamma Delta would like to continue our dominance in social service, campus rela tions, and becomethe top fraternity in academics amongGreek males.Ifourpresentenergyandenthusiasm persists,thesegoals will be easily attained by our chapter. Fraternally, Robert P. Newman '91 Recording Secretary letter from corresponding SECRETARY As corresponding secretary, 1 have learned a great deal about my fraternity, my brothers, but mostly about myself. I've PURPLE LEGIONNAIRE ANNOUNCES NEW B.C.A. The changing campus environment coupled with higher expectations of Fraternity operations has given rise to the creation of the Theta Deuteron Board of Chapter Advisors. A sU-ong commitment was made by Graduate Brothers during this past Norris Pig Dinner to reactivate the Graduate presence in Chapter operations. Our intention is to provide support and guidance in the following key areas: Rush, Graduate and Campus Relations, Special Days, Newsletter, Pledge Education and Scholarship. Central Ohio Graduates including John Guy '60, Dave Armbrust '82, Dave Paragas '83, and Ken Temple '85 met on March 11th to develop an action plan to match Graduate Brothers and Undergraduates holding key positions in the chapter. Current Cabinet members and committee chairmen will have designated Graduates working with them in their respective areas. We believe this type of one-on-one support from the Graduate Brothers will provide meaningful guidance to our chapter. OtherGraduateBrotherswho have pledged theirsupportin the efforts of this new Board of Chapter Advisors include the current House Corporation members , as well as, Harry Faulkner '63, James Pry '67, Nick Pry '63, Dave Lavcnbcrg '85, George Pilat '84, Dr Jerry Dickey '60, Ralph Pcckinpaugh '42 \r\nand Roger Pcckinpaugh '67. WewelcomeevenmoreGraduates 10 assist this new BCA make a positive impact on Theta PLEDGESHIP - A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE AT FIJI Dcuteron. My perception of pledge life so far has been nothing but Fraternally, positive. Prior to choosing Phi Gamma Delta as the fraternity for me, I sifted through various pre-judgements and questions concerning where I wanted to spend the next four years. However, all traces of indecision disappeared on pledge Chip Holcombe '82 Purple Legionnaire (614) 766-5128 day at the house of Phi Gamma Delta. A tremendous celebration dispelled any negative notions in my mind. Getting a pin and being greeted on the steps in the traditional FIJI spirit definitely made me feel great about my decision. Prior to Ohio Wesleyan, I spent my high school years at Belmont Hill, a single sex Eastern prep school. So far, the friendships I have attained through FIJI have far surpassed those made in high school. Looking back, pledgeship has not been easy, but the added responsibility and challenge has been exciting. Once ambivalent about a fraternity lifestyle, I am now a The Pledge Class of 1989 learns the Phi Gamma Delta songs. "Pledge Day was the most fun I've had this year!" - Paul Asencio of Brooklyn, New York. — true believer! The brothers of Phi Gamma Delta really seem like an extended family. As I was rushing, it became clear that FIJI is the most respected fraternity on the Ohio Wesleyan campus. Other students referred to the brothers as the most down RUSH OF 1988 PRODUCES QUALITY MEN to earth and gentlemanly guys around. I am very happy to be a part of it. Fraternally, Michael J. Woods '92 FALL RUSH A SUCCESS The 1988-89 school year had begun. We were optimistic about rushing involved freshmen, so that Phi Gamma Delta could maintain its high standing at Ohio Wesleyan. However, we did not realize we would be so successful. Twenty-eight pledges, the largest pledge class on the hill, walked through the FIJI doors. Rush Chairman Don Ryan scheduled rush activities daily throughout the busy two weeks. Some events were trips to Scioto Downs Race Track and White Sands water slides, and a New England styled clam bake in our backyard. Our paramount goal was topledge men who wouldbeactive in the fraternity and also the Ohio Wesleyan community. This goal was most cer tainly met. The pledge class of 1989 includes members of the varsity lacrosse, sailing, basketball, and tennis teams. Other pledges are active members in WCSA (Wesleyan Council of Chris "Poppy" McFadden of Madison, Connecticut is overwhelmed with brotherhood. Student Affairs), the Interfratemity Council, and social service in Delaware. On Saturday, September 17, twenty-eight individuals met on the steps of FIJI and became one pledge class. With this great addition, Phi Gamma Delta can continue to pull away from the PLEDGES OF 1989: Stacy Adams Paul Asencio Brooklyn, N.Y. Brooklyn, N.Y. Fraternally, Chris Callaghan '90 Doug Borck Rocky Dean Hamilton, N.Y. Warwick, R.I. Assisuint Rush Chairman Peter Denise Wayland, MA. Derek Flynn Houston, TX. Lake Forest, IL. other fraternities at Ohio Wesleyan. (Chris was recently elected Rush Chairman for Fall '89.) William Gottschalk \r\nPledges of 1989 Continued Matt Hunter Michael Kim Michael Laribee Doug Martin Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. Columbus, OH. Medina, OH. Ridgewood, N.J. Brian Postlethwait Madison, CT. Bethesda, MD. Potomac, MD. Grosse Pointe, MI. Caldwell, OH. Jeffrey Poulos Gates Mills, OH. Andy Rice Amherst, MA. Jon Richter Brooklyn, N.Y. Robert Roby Mansfield, OH. Wyndmoore, PA. Columbus, OH. New Fairfield, CT. Medina, OH. Chris McFadden Brett McMillen Randy Meyers Peter O'Rourke Harry Scheid Dan Sellers Trevor Smith Dale Stafford Todd Tonucci Pittsford, N.Y. Mike Woods Wellesley, MA. the help of faculty advisor. Dr. Jed Burtt and Mrs. Edythe (MOM) Betts. As if this was not enough, we also helped out a fellow brother, Brian Rink '88, address and stamp thousands of letters for his business. FIJI also did community service for the faculty advisor of 1949, Dr. Marshall. The pledge class of 1989 gardened for Dr. Marshall twice this year and helped him move his antique stain glass before Christmas break. Phi Gamma Delta helped the Red Cross with two blood drives during this school year. Both drives were enormously successful and FIJI has become the Red Cross' favorite frater nity because of our efforts. Ser\'ing as volunteers for the Health Fair held annually in Branch Rickey Arena, we helped check the public for high blood pressure, oral hygiene and cancer detec tion. Several Phi Gams also participated in "The Swim Against Diabetes" and Ebony and Ivory weekend. All of tliese events show that Phi Gamma Delta truly cares for and actively partici pates in the community of Delaware. Fraternally, Scott Sarson '91 Stacy Adams '92 FIJI HOSTS A.I.D.S. DISCUSSION On the nineteenth of October, FIJI hosted an A.I.D.S. discussion with the sorority Kappa Alpha Theta open to all students who wished to know the straight facts and best preven tion tips against the terminal virus. The event drew an impres sive crowd of seventy people, leaving only standing room in the FIJI'S living room. Among those who attended were students from different Greek houses, independenLs, as well as Ohio Wesleyan faculty members. The guest streaker was Dr. Karen Peterson from the CAP center (Careers and Planning), who has worked with people infected with the virus and has also studied it extensively. Dr. Peterson's agenda for the evening included a Mrs. Edythe "MOM" Belts helps the broth ers with a service project. PHI GAMS DONATE TIME twenty minute movie about the virus, brief comments on the film, fact sheets about A.I.D.S., and final questions from the audience. Fraternally, Michael Laribee '92 TO DELAWARE PHI GAMS HELP OUT COMMUNITY Socialserviceprojects havebeen going very well this year for Phi Gamma Delta. Our first project was running the United Way bicycle contest for thechildren of Delaware. Wesetupthe riding courses, judged the events, and cleaned up the area after the competition. Every Thursday morning at precisely 11:00, six brothers jump into their cars and deliver food to the elderly citizens of Delaware. This weekly project is sponsored by Meals on Wheels of Delaware County. Our largest project was a mass mailing to citizens of Delaware county and surrounding townships. We stuffed and addressed 28,000 envelopes for the Mental Health Board with FIJI DOMINATES INTRAMURAL SPORTS FIJI WINS HOOP TITLE The intramural basketball season proved to be a successful one this year for FIJI. The "Purple Marauders" stormed to a 5- 1 record during regular season while averaging a margin of victory of 37 points per game. A strong inside game from the players Jeff Poulos and Matt Curtis coupled with the outstand ing play of Steve Croncr and Doug Borck led to many victories for the Phi Gams.The backcourtofChrisCallaghan, JimCroner, and Eric Hick guided the offense to a scoring average of 77 points per game. FIJI finished the regular .season in second place \r\nand met the "Hoyas" in the first round of the play-offs. The Purple Marauders defeated the Hoyas with a strong second half new talent in Rob Newman and freshmen Dan Sellers, Rocky Dean and Dale Stafford; the team looked promising from the surge and advanced to meet Phi Kappa Psi in the semi-finals. In outset. a low scoring contest, FIJI prevailed over Phi Psi 38-30 while a large crowd of active brothers watched from the sideline. This vietorymade up for the loss last year toPhi Psi in thesemi-finals. FIJI then met the "Untouchables" for the intramural basketball championship at Branch Rickey Gymnasium. In front of Mom Betts and a large crowd of active brothers, FIJI battled the Untouchables in a hard fought game. However, key freethrows down the stretch by Jim Croner and amazingball handling by ChrisCallaghan led Phi GammaDelta to a 60-56victory and a championshipseason. Fraternally, Captain Eric Hick '90 Leaving no excuse to lose, co-captains Doug Rose and Scott Lisle frequently held team practices on Monday nights to prepare for Saturday's games. Teams such as Chi Phi, Beta and SigmaChi fell victim early on to the outstanding teamwork and talent of the Purple Maraud ers. This allowed them to finish the regular season in first place, getting a "bye" for the opening game of the play-offs. Using the team's well-rounded skills, they won a tough game (5-3) against Sig Ep to go on to meet Phi Delt in the championship game. Of course there was the usual pregame hype (a lot of hot-air from Phi Delt varsity soccer players), but the hard work and persistence of the FIJI'S paid off. In a packed Edwards gym the Purple Marauders out played (10-4) the Phi Delts to the cheers of their best fans, the FIJI brothers. In the end FIJI WINS SOCCER TITLE Going into its second season, this year's IntramuralIndoor Soccer team accomplished what few other Phi Gam teams have been abletointhelastfew years. Inboth regular season play and play-off series, the Purple Marauders went undefeated, con vincingly trouncing their opponents. With returning starters Chris Callaghan, D.B. Theobald, ScottLisle, Whitney Dorf, Tom Trafton andDoug Roseingoal. there was no doubt that the Purple Marauders were champions, and that their first win (10-4) over Phi Delt a week earlier was no fluke. Fraternally, Co-coaches, Doug Rose '90 Scott Lisle '91 Jim Redfern '89 (center) of Sparta, New Jersey, leads FIJI to victory over Sigma Chi in intramural football. The Phi Gams were very successful in I.M.'s with champion ship victories in basketball and indoor soccer. ODDS AND ENDS CalvinCoolidgegraduatedfrom theAmherstCollegein 1895. Coolidge was the 30th president of the United States (1923-1929). ten famous phi gams McCIane Stevenson graduatedfrom IllinoisUniversity in 1948 and he received his graduate degree from Nortliwest John Ritter graduated from the University of Southern California in 1970. He isanaccomplished actor, probably the bestknown for his roleon. Three'sCompany, asJack Tripper. role was playing Colonel Henry Blake in the longest running Johnny Carson graduated from the University of Ne braska in 1949. He is best known for starring on the "Carson Show," and for owning his own production company, Carson Robert W. Rahal graduated from Denison University in 1975. Better known as Bobby Rahal, the famous race car Enterprises. University in 1952. He is a famous actor whose most famous series, driver, he has won such honors as the Cleveland 500, the Columbus 500, and the Indianapolis 500. \r\nJack Nicklaus graduated from The Ohio State University in 1961. Nicklaus, also known as the Golden Bear on the professional golf circuit, was one of the best golfers in the world. He still golfs in a few major tournaments, such as the Masters and the Skins game. Victor Atiyeh graduated from Oregon University in 1945. He was the former Governor of Oregon and held a chair in the Senate. Byron White graduated from Colorado University in 1968. He presently serves as a justice on the Supreme Court. Peter O'Malley graduated from the University of Penn sylvania in 1960. He is the owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Eugene Cernen graduated form Purdue in 1956. Cemen bcctune famous through his career as an ashonaut. i7 'S- (:)' >HRil 8/ i NICKLASfe I M1LLE8 I NELSON ^ Compiled by Dale Stafford '91 Photo by Jim Brown Jack Nicklaus plays with FIJI pride. CLASS REPRESENTATIVES NEEDED There have been numerous suggestions to include information about graduate brothers in the Theta Dcuteron Star. But to accomplish this, we need input from the graduates concern ing their pledge brothers. A class representa tive system has now been established to do just that. Each class representative will send in up to date information about his pledge brothers and we will print this information in a section called "Graduate News and Info". This way, the link between the graduate brothers of Phi Gamma Delta will never grow weak. If you are inter ested in being a representative for your pledge class, please send your name, telephone num ber, pledge year, and information to: Can you identify these crazy Phi Gams? Hint... This picture was taken in 1980. Michael L. Laribee Theta Deuteron Star Committee c/o Phi Gamma Delta THINGS TO COME 35 Williams Dr. KEY DATES FOR NEXT YEAR Delaware, Ohio 43015 or indicate this on the questionnaire. Thank you 1989-1990 October 13-15 for your imput. Fallfest Fraternally, March 31 Norris Pig Dinner Michael Laribee '92 April 6-8 May 13 Monnett Weekend Thela Deuteron Star Committee Head Jon Richter '92 Special Days Chairman Commencement \r\nTheta Deuteron Star Theta Deuteron Phi Gamma Delta 35 Williams Drive Delaware, Ohio 43015 Editors Michael Laribee '92 Chip Holcombe *82 Contributors Scott Snyder '91 Andrew Detrick '89 Robert Newman '91 Matthew Curtis '90 Rudyard Whips '91 Chris CaUaghan '90 Michael J. Woods '92 Scott Sarson '91 Stacy Adams '92 Eric Hick '90 Doug Rose '90 Scott Lisle '91 Dale Stafford '91 Jon Richter '92 Andy Rice and Jeff Poulos experience the joys of Pledge Day - September 17, 1988. USA Theta Deuteron Star Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity 35 Williams Drive Delaware, Ohio 43015 MAY 2^ 1989 FRATERNITY OF PHI 6AMNIA DELTA INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS Ph: c- OelTk Tn Te rnc^'iy/icil f-l \r\nOUR OWN WHO'S WHO That your record in our files will be complete Kindly fill out and return immediately To this Fraternity 35 Williams Drive, Delaware, Ohio 43015 Please Print Class Nickname Name in Full Occupation Firm ( ) Business Address City ( ) Residence Address City (Kindly check preferred mailing address) Years in School Degree Course Did you attend other college or university? Where and in what year? If affiliate where was your original chapter? In what campus activities did you take part? . What fraternity offices did you hold ? Names and ages of children What chdg,or elective offices have you held? (Give dates) Sp^^dJionors*. Clubs Relatives who are members of our fraternity and their chapters Remarks (please use other side) Date and place of birth Date filled out We would appreciate your immediate acknowledgement so that we might expand and strengthen our graduate brother relations program. We would value any suggestions or ideas you might have concerning this task. Fraternally, PergeI The Brothers of Phi Gamma Delta