n Q 'A WASHINGTON AND JEFFSKSON COLLEGE BOX 626 24l E. BEAU ST. WASHINGTON, PENNA. V\\ PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Dear Graduate Brother, R - \V\v * ^ We are off to a great start;,^Cil'r§R-? fall and are looking forward to another successful year at Alpha. We are sure dmmmi ^elta that with the Bicentennial Celebration upon us this year, our aims and goals ^aslpngbm anb ^effsrsxm College will be much enhanced through the graduate involvement at the College events and festivities. The College has a full schedule of events throughout the entire year that promises to make a return visit to W & J well worth your time. We at Alpha are looking forward to seeing alumni from as far back as possible at Homecoming on October 17 and 18. As Alpha passes through its one-hundred and thirty-second year at W & J, we have eighteen brothers who are planning an active Homecoming weekend. involvement is more than welcome. We are looking forward to greeting all of you at the door. Fraternally Yours, Perg4 Your E. John Havener FALL 1980 \r\nTHE ALPHA PG. 2 TREASURER'S REPORT Dear Brothers, Ron Nelson, Director of Programs, from the International Fraternity, made an unexpected visit to Alpha Chapter at the beginning of the school year to discuss problems the house might have. Acting as treasurer of Alpha, I sat down with Ron and discussed the financial obligation the brothers had to the house. The cash flow is better than in the recent past and the cash available for chapter finances this semester looks to make this year prosperous. Homecoming and the two-hundredth anniversary of the school are of prime importance to the house and an exciting weekend is in store. Motivation seems to be up in the house and as treasurer, I am willing to accept the challenges that are put before me to have a financially good house. We welcome all graduates and their guests to stop in and visit Alpha Chapter during the college's two-hundredth birthday celebrations. * * * HISTORIAN'S REPORT As ^pha begins its one-hundred and thirty-second year of existence, Washington and Jefferson is preparing to celebrate its bicentennial year. This is not only a historic moment for W & J, but also for Alpha Chapter. Last May we initiated eleven new men into brotherhood. All will greatly enjoy meeting you as will the entire brotherhood. The tradition and brotherhood have become stronger over the past year. into the future. We hope to continue this trend way And remember, PHI GAMMA DELTA IS NOT FOR COLLEGE DAYS ALONE1" Fraternally Yours, Perge! Kent H. Manno -- Chapter Historian \r\nTHE ALPHA PG. 3 ALPHA ASSOCIATION REPORT Dear Brothers, Over the course of the past few years, the Alpha Chapter suffered from low membership, lack of finances and waning morale. In an attempt to rectify the problems, the Graduate Brothers of the Alpha Association have spent considerable time working with our Active Brothers. We feel that great strides have been taken to insure a rising membership^fInahdial stability^and a sense of what it truly means to be a Fiji. Last year Alpha Chapter began with approximately ten active members. This year we began with eighteen. A lot of time and effort has been expended by the Alpha Association, the International Fraternity and of course by the Alpha Chapter to turn the downward slide and to rebuild the Fraternity we all love. The process has just begun. To maintain an upward climb we need your help in any way possible. Any time, money or ideas you can infuse into the process will be greatly appreciated by all concerned. Please contact any member of the Alpha Association with what you have to contribute. Rather than criticize or condemn, we ask you to help. Fraternally yours. W. Edward Sell 412/624-6205 Andrew N. Farley 412/288-3234 Alexander Murdoch Kurt W. Gottschalk David N. Rutt 412/225-3148 412/766-5757 412/225-7660 Jonathan S. Emley 412/469-1900 James H. Norris, Purple Legionnaire 412/255-5366 \r\nTHE ALPHA PG. 4 HOMECOMING OCTOBER 17-18, 1980 Friday: October 17, 1980 6:00 p.ni. Tapestry Unveiling - Formal Dinner and Reception 7:30 p.ra. 8:00 p.m. Cocktail Party at Phi Gamma Delta Homecoming Dance in George Washington Hotel W & J Commons Ballroom Saturday: October 18, 1980 9:00-11 :30 1 1 :30-1 :00 1 :00-2:00 2:00 4:30-6:00 Registration, Tours, Coffee Lunch at W & J Commons Homecoming Parade Football: W & J vs. Allegheny Fifth Quarter (Big Top on Student Center Lawn: Entertainment) Reunion Dinner at W & J Commons 6:00 (Years Ending 0 or 5: (Othgr Years: 9:00-12:30 9:00-1 :00 Dinner) Buffet) 200th Birthday Party at Henry Memorial Center featuring Benny Benack and the All American Boys Party at Phi Gammgi Delta REFER A FRIEND If you know of a young man planning to attend Washington and Jefferson College, we'd like to know of him, too. Please send us his name and address and we'll be sure to get to know him. REMEMBER BROTHERS: Alpha wants your participation as much as possible at the Homecoming Events. We begin Friday night at 7:30 p.m. with a cocktail party for Graduates, Brothers and Dates, and Freshmen. If you wish to join us before the Dance, please respond. Name YEAR_ Street Address TOWN STATE ZIP ^Aft/IA OsIJa Sex SJiS, S£AU St /S'Jo/ -*'^1 UNITED Wft* Ij'i'M'Tir'iQn C-rc'' ..mI T'r.v^^rc ME XMTPR-NATiOfUAL j.ie:AD