The Gem State Fiji Mu Iota Chapter U OF I LEADERS FROM MU lOTA Spring 2001 Announcements Leaders of the Pack Mary McCarty's Update As always, the men of Phi Gamma Delta are out in front of the pack at the Uni versity of Idaho. Recently, two active Phi Gams have taken leadership positions on campus, serving their fellow students in student govemment. Kevin Shawver has been newly appointed to the Senate of the Associated Stu dents of the University of Idaho. He has taken on the duty of representing con stituents of university students and faculty. Senator Shawver attends weekly meetings where he makes decisions that affect the future courses of thousands of people on and off campus. W. Mason Fuller has alse. fakep to sprvice in student govenim.ent as the chair The Mary McCarty's Parents Organization will be holding their sec ond annual meeting dur ing Mom's Weekend, April 6"^, 7"^, and 8"^ fol lowing the Turtle Derby and the Mothers Brunch at the house. The Mary man of the Community Relations Board. He has become responsible for commu nity service and governmental relations between the university and the surround ing communities. ASUI has sponsored him to represent the University of Idaho as a delegate to the National COOL Conference, where he will further his leader ship skills in Boston, Massachusetts over spring break. Phi Gamma Delta continues its traditions of excellence and leadership through are looking into other these two brothers. items that are needed McCarty's have recently purchased a new indus trial sized vacuum cleaner for the house and such as a deli sheer. If —Mason Fuller('04) you have any questions or comments fell tree to Spring Intramurals Spring semester intramurals have begun and the Phi Gams are anticipating a good season. We are cuiTently in the middle of 5-on-5 basketball and quick-ball. Although basketball has not had a great season, the quick-ball team is undefeated and with playoffs just around the comer, they are a definite contender to win it all. (cont'd on page 3) contact Sunnie Smith at (208)764-2303 or Jan Van Slyke at(208)3374783. If you have any an nouncements or news to share with the brothers Hawaiian Exchange/Pig Dinner please contact us and let us know. Rush 'Ol /Graduate News/ Intramurals PGD & College Athletics \r\nM The Gem State^Fui Hawaiian adventure even made it to some of bonfires on the north It was a wonderful expe able to participate in a wonderful exchange to the other islands like shore, no more walking Maui and Kuaui. I to class in board shorts, rience and I suggest that an exchange, be it to Ha the beautiful islands of it was time to head waii or Nepal, is a must Hawaii. For one se snorkeled with turtles, hiked to waterfalls, and back to the marvelous for every student. mester I attended the visited many historic city of Moscow... well, University of Hawaii at sites such as Diamond Manoa on Oahu. The Head and Pearl Harbor. call it what you will but I was ready to come campus was very beau tiful—located only five Meeting new people along with learning outstanding house here. miles from Waikiki new customs was I was anxious to sit beach and ten miles from the metropolis of probably the most amazing part. When Honolulu. When I the time came to leave, down with my brothers and tell them of my ex periences and to also wasn't busy with I said goodbye to my new friends, sold my Last semester I was back to U of I and our hear what I had missed. day on the beach, relax ing and learning to surf. I made trips to the surfboard, and said It felt great to get back ' home in good old Phi goodbye to our 200 Gamma Delta—I soon dollar '83 Datsun North Shore often and called Milo. No more remembered why I v/as damn glad to be a Fiji. school I spent many a -Aaron Papero ('03) PIG Dinner! Banquet that weekend and they'll line you out. ganize a team and maybe your name will Be sure to call ASAP be immortalized on this and reserve your room. Once again we will brave the weather and prestigious trophy. This years keynote speaker will be John Sackett from the class University Inn here in hold a golf tournament Saturday morning. For regarding Pigger or graduate relations, con of 1965. tact Will Omdorff at Moscow and reserved those that weren't there 15 rooms for anyone who is planning on at tending. All that you last year we now have an official trophy that need to do is call them at 882-0550 and tell above the fireplace honoring the winning them you are planning on attending the Fiji teams from each Pigger golf tournament. Or Attention All Graduate Brothers Pigger this year will be held Saturday the 28"! of April. I have al ready contacted the sits on the mantle So get your pledge class together and make the trek up north to re live great memories from college days! —Will Ordorff('02) For more information 885-4801 or email at omd5371(guidaho.edu. \r\nTH'k Gem State Fiji Summer Rush Update It's that time of year Chapter. The two un- counting on the assis- the excellence that this house has always had. and once again the men dergraduate brothers tance from our graduate of600 U. are searching include myself—Aaron brothers. If you have for potential candidates Papero, and my equally any questions and/or to become the next important counterpart, leaders of this Univer Matt Vandewater. We feedback on potential Phi Gams please con sity. This year we are putting a twist on the Rush program and will be doing things slightly both may be reached through our rush email address at: fijirushvp@hotmail.com, different than in the or feel free to contact past. Instead of one, me personally at(208) we will have two head 885-2965. rush chairs taking on the incredible responsi bility of bringing qual ity men to the Mu Iota This year is espe cially important to our wonderful house. As always we will be Graduate news those who attended the Annual graduate Christmas Break activ- DlNNER A success! ity and made it a suc cess. These events are This year's Graduate Dinner in Boise was a the reason why Mu Iota consistently wins the huge success bringing -Aaron Papero ('03) tact us. Matt and I are positive and eager to begin our duties, we have good ideas, and best of all, a wonderful house to support us. Thank you all for any support you may award us and I look forward to bringing in a new pledge class to continue In 1 RAMLiRALS CONT'D Recently we had a few people participate in singles racquet-ball, but unfortunately only made it through the first round. ball, and ffisbee golf will take us into the fi nal quarter this year. We are anticipating to be among the top com petitors for all of these Graduate Relations Doubles billiards is graduates and under Award at Idaho by graduates together for a night of stories and bringing together men of all ages that owe so coming up next. We expect to have a strong showing from Brandon laughter. This year we much to our beloved Prescott and Dillion fourth place overall fin ish is a great boost to the returning Phi Gams were lucky enough to house. Roberts. Brandon and this motivation is a competed in and fin great inspiration for the upcoming events. have our esteemed Pur ple Legionnaire, Jim —Will Ordorff('02) ished fourth in singles Hill, attend. The sto billiards earlier this ries of days gone by year. Doubles billiards were abundant between is the last chance for Jim and Alan Dingel competition points in trading off banter. I the third quarter, but Softball, 4-4 flag foot would like to thank all events. Last semester's Rich Bearg ('03) \r\nThe Gem Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE State Fiji PAID Moscow,Idaho Permit #193 Phi Gamma Delta 600 University AvE. Box 3037 Moscow,ID 83843 POD International Headquarters 1201 Red Mile Rd. Lexington,, Ky 40544 hlnlllsiishliUnnlnluhhllnJnllnlfllsusnlhllnl PHI GAMMA DELTA 8t COLLEGE ATHLETICS At the U ofI, varsity athletes are usually not encouraged to join the Greek system due to the time commit ments of a house, along with the commitments of being a varsity athlete. Four members of Phi Gamma Delta have proven that with the right amount of dedication and perseverance one can be successful as a var sity athlete while being involved within the Greek system. This fall, while playing in a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for intramurals, I was offered the chance to be a member of the U of I's basketball team as a walk-on. I joined the team, not really knowing where it would lead. Playing time for me was minimal, but the experience of varsity athletics at a Division 1 level was in comparable. Not only did I get the chance to test my own physical abilities day in and day out, but I was also faced with the challenge to keep my promises to academics, friends, and ofcourse 600 U. Other varsity athletes from Mu Iota include Brian Davi ('04), Tyrel Stevenson ('02), and Nick Smith ('02), all whom are members ofthe U of I Men's Track Team. Last year Tyrel and Nick helped the team to become Big West Conference Champions. Brian Davi, a freshmen in the house is one of the team's new pole-vaulters. Dedication, commitment, perseverance - these are all characteristics of the four young men that have suc ceeded in college athletics, as well as being active members of Phi Gamma Delta. Excelling in the class room, along with participating in college athletics is not something that comes easy. The fact that we have four young men that have done just that exemplifies what it means to be a Fiji. I believe that the athletic and Greek communities are all taking notice to what we have accomplished as individuals and as a house. -Troy Braga('02) \r\nWHO'S DOING WHAT? Keeping you and your classmates informed Please write legibly Name: Please be sure to check out our NEW up Address: dated web page! On the World Wide Web, point your browser to: http ://www.uidaho. edu/greek/fij i City: Zip: State: If you would like to reach us by email, contact Will Omdorff: OmdS 371 @uidaho. edu Class: Please send correspondence to: PC Box 3037 □ Check here if new address Moscow, ID 83843 (208) 885-7051 Personal News or Message to Anyone: If possible, send us a photo and a personal biography so we can highlight you in our Engagement/Marriage/Births, Etc.: Alumni Spotlight Thanks for replying to the Gem State Fiji! New Job/Promotions/Awards/Honors/ Any and all support is appreciated. We always look forward to hearing from our Achievements/Transfer/Retirement, Etc.: valuable alumni. —^Nate Reagan, '03, current GSF Editor. continue on bottom if needed reag8286@uidaho.edu or (208) 885-7051 Please Help Support the Gem State Fiji Without your generous contributions, the regular publication of this newsletter would not be possible. 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