r BR/TORNJTY PH! GAWM?\ OEUTA nMEEM,/7Pr^ OUR HOUSING DILEHI-IA UJ Adt! 9 41975 6CRc by Tim Elian As man^ of you already know, when April 30 rolls ^around 'this year, the old Fiji house will be closing its doors o ''e received our eviction notice a few months ago, and it appears that a theological college will be taking-our place. (For those of 3/ou who may be interested, Doug Sakins '73 is throv/ing a farev/ell party--3ee Coming Events section.) This means that i Gamma no longer has a house, and we fear we might lose an identity if we do not find accommodation for next fall. 'Je need a place to get together over a fevr beer, to play Cards, to talk, and to live. The active chapter presently has three alter natives, some solving our needs on a short-term basis, and others on a long- term basi'e can buy, c. rent, lease, or build a house. Some very dedicated grads, namely Don Evans '68, John Mackay '55, Irian HcGv I rn '-S? , Dave McDonald '55, Pat Tcdd '49 and Dave Smith '62 are.handling the situation. Buying a Houses At present there is one fraternity'' house that is for sale--the Phi Kappa Sigma house. Unfortunately, due to the anxious nature of our neighbours (the Phi Delts, who made an [? unrealistic offer), the price of the house has become quite dear. Don Evans '68 approached the graduate chapter of Phi ICappa Sigma v/ith an offer--a one-year lease with option to "-.-'y--but he was turned down. A house off-campus might be a viable solution since it would be more marketable if we ran into trouble. 0 That alternative has yet to be explored but Troy Vassos '78 is working on it now, Leasing or Renting a Houses This alternative would solve our immediate needs, and it might be our only choice. Neighbours could be a problem with any off-campus location. Building a Houses Right nov/ there are two vacant lots on Agronomy Road that are zoned for fraternities. A letter has been sent to R.'h Murdoch, the adm.inistrator for the Endowment Lands, but there has been no response. Construction would require a APRIL 1975 Published by Pi Gamma of Phi Gamma Delta University of British Columbia, Vancouver. Editor: Bruce Fetch great deal of v7ork from the active chapter, and a lot of support from the graduate chapter. Our Stances The active chapter definitely prefer to remain on campus in a house of our ox^n, even if the price IS steep, He've pulled ourselves to£;ether into a viable chapter with good business sense. 'U 'He have $8000 in our savings account. In the fall we'lllhave an active chapter of thirty members looking for a pledge class of fifteen. Once more we're becom.ing active on campus. Recently Brian Higgins '75 and Ron Dumont '76 were elected to the Senate, '^e need a place for September 1, and vie deserve a chance to make it go. I have every confidence that V7e can ooerate a house at a profit. Some might say that the price of the Phi Kappa Si,gma house is too high. m: is sold to someone else. M The active chapter's opinion is that if we have the money, let's use it to buy a house, and let';1 buy it now before it \r\nA GRADUATING BROTHER LOOKS BACK By Don Hamilton A NEOrHYTS BROTHER LOOKS AHEAD I have the great honour and distinction of claiming the title of Fiji Graduating Class President for 1975. Over the past two years as a Fiji, I have witnessed much spirit and brotherhood, that I as you, look back upon vrith fond memory. by Bruce Fetch Pi Gam.ma of Fhi Gamma Delta was on the verge of dissolution a few years ago. The U3C fraternity system went downhill, became unpop ular, and nearly collapsed. Recent ly the situation has improved. Lasting friendships, challenging Young men are again being attracted situations, and all the trivialities to fraternities. .But v/hat is going of university life are yours-.and to happen in the next five or ten mine to share in memory, together yearsi Another financial crisis V7ithin the intim.acies and guidance could be fatal for Pi Gamma. There of fraternal association. Despite must be a permanent body to support limited grad support, the chapter has experienced a very prominent grov7ing stage. Through the devotion of all in the active chapter plus essential graduate support, the chapter is now alive, strong and respected. I feel a'fine sense of pride and accomplishment to see "the boys" overcoming and. inter preting the many obstacles invoked in running the chapter. Yet, it our chapter when it falls and guide it when it rises. This body must be our graduate chapter. If you found fraternity life a valuable experience, you should strive to ensure that many, many more young men have the opportunity to enjoy that experience. Now that our active chapter is strong and energetic, our graduate chapter is practically a nonentity. The would be easy for me, and you, to possess and treasure these memories turnout at the Pig Dinner v;as of such a wonderful and determining time of life, and not lend any further support. -.^hat You're Doing" forms were sent in from, the last Hooter. NobcGy even complained about the poor Right Now, the chapter needs support, need guidance in seeking accommodation, but most of all examples of Fiji spirit and friendliness. 1 therefore call on all graduating brothers to support a verj^ X'^orthy and enthusiastic active chapter so that others may experience the honour of being a Fiji. pathetic. Only tv70 "Let Us Know quality of the last Hooter, '^e are presently undergoing a housing crisis. A handful of graduates is pullin.g us through. Hopefully our nev7 location will facilitate further solidification of our chapter. But over the years and the decades, the survival of Fi Gamma depends on you, the graduates GRAD BROTHER BITS GRAD BROTHER BITS Rod Lindsay '45 (F.A. Sc. '48) is busy as President of Seaspan International Ltd. 22, 21, 14, and 11. Rod and his wife Gwen have four children aged In his leisure time (v7hich must be limited), Brother Lindsay likes to golf and travel. Douglas E. Yates UBC '47, Toronto '51 is living in Fenticton with his wife Roseraarie and their three sons (17, 19, 21) and a daughter (12). Doug is a sur.geon who likes to fish in his spare time. COMING EVENTS Farewell to the Ram Mouse Band starts at 10 p.m. SATURDAY APRIL 26 Bar opens at 8 p.m. $8.00 per couple, $2.00 single. For further information or tickets contact. Doug Eakins at 7''2-Sc45. II II II I) II II II It II II II II II II II II II II II II II II II II II II U II II II II II II"""••""""""II II II"""•'"""""""""" " " " " " " " " " " " " " " \r\nPOOR TURMQUT AT PIG CHAPTER NEWS by Warren Julian Fi Gamma has elected a new On tlie night of Febmary 28, 1975f a few of the brothers of Phi Gamma Delta gathered at the Hotel Georgia for the 46th Annual Morris Fig Dinner. The bun-throwing fiasco of last year vzas felt in the poor attendance but an excellent time was had by all who came. The evening was highlighted by four blacked-up neophyte brothers carrying in the picturesque pig. Master of Ceremon ies Jack Lavan *67 introduced Heily Arkley '25 who spoke on behalf of the alumni. He wished the active chapter success in its ventures and pledged the support of the alumni. The Clematis Bowl was presented to" Kevin Higgins *76 for outstanding service to the fraternity. Kevin then gave the retiring president's report and introduced Tim Elian '77 as the new president. Tim briefly described his hopes for the future of our chapter. A controversial note was raised as to whether or not V7e need a house of our own. After the dinner, festivities continued Cabinet. Each new officer has shown that he Is more than capable of handling his position. Songfcst '75 was a tremendous success, "j he all-Fiji choir placed second undtr the capable guidance of Brother ".''airen Julien '75. Despite the high costs incurred in renting the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Songfest had a net profit of $'^601, making possible a $.?000 donation to the crippled children at Sunnyhill Hospital. A formal dinner-dance took place in the Graduate Centre on March 15. Brothers Bob Riddell '77 and Dave Mowat '78 selected and recorded an excellent repertoire for the occasion. The meal was great and the music v/as better. The current housing crisis has caused all the fraternities to band together and recreate an interfraternity council. Kevin Higgins '76 is Phi Gamma Delta's through the night in the Georgia representative on the IFC. lounge and in a designated card room. Despi-te the small crov/d, the Fig was + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + deemed a success. Many thanks are extended to all who attended. SPORTS -'FRAr-UF FIJIS ON ^1—Me—ca CAMPUS .^1 1 I sports calendar in first place in the double A division. We played with spirit, limitless stamina, and SPORTS WRAP-UP The Fiji jocks finished the FIJIS OIJ CAMFUS ■ Ron Dumont '76 and Brian Higgins '75 a constant supply of beer in foot have been elected to the university ball, soccer, hockey, basketball and Senate. volleyball. Graduate brothers Steve Vranka '72 and Sandy McQuarrie '71 Roman J Kowalchuk '77 is active as led the Fiji puck team, to victory President of Alpha Omega, the on countless occasions. Many brothers have already adopted a Ukrainian students' blub. strict training program to prepare vc for next season. 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