Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity - University of Memphis Mu Tau Messenger Spring 2004 Keeping You Updated Special points of interest: The Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta is alive and well on campus. The Chapter currently has a roster consisting of 19 members, and 4 pledges. The Fraternity was ranked 3rd in grades with a 2.86. The brothers still have the highest cumulative GPA with a 3.08. The Fraternity is also close to paying off the house note, which will be completed in 2005.  Briefly highlight your point of interest here.  Briefly highlight your point of interest here.  Briefly highlight your point of interest here.  Briefly highlight your point of interest here. Inside this issue: Inside Story 2 Inside Story 2 Inside Story 2 Inside Story 3 Inside Story 4 Inside Story 5 Inside Story 6 From left to right on the back row- Owen Keith '95, Mike Keith The '89, Dave Kraehmer '94, Ted Showalter '91, Paul Woods '93, and brothers successfully Ed Byrne '93. From left to right on the front row - Richard Groff participate in many on- '91, Greg Gillen '96, and Mark Harris '97. campus events. Brian Young (Memphis ’05) is captain of the rifle team. also has a team particithe secretary of IFC. Joe Gunter (Memphis pating in St. Jude’s “Up J.B. Vaughan (Memphis ’06) participates in SAC. till Dawn” fundraiser. ’05) is the assistant The Mu Tau chapter The chapter placed 3rd President’s Message It is an honor to have been elected the President of the Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. There has never been any doubt that I made the right decision to pledge this fraternity. I came to the University of Memphis without a plan, but Phi Gamma Delta has given me much needed direction. “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost” (Luke 19:10). This should prove to be an exciting year for Mu Tau. Our chapter has already secured four quality pledges for the spring. continued on page 2 \r\nPAGE 2 MU T AU MESS ENGE R S PR I NG 2004 Keeping You Updated Continued... continued on page 2 in the DG Anchor Splash and 2nd in the Alpha Delta Pi Greek Bowl. The Fraternity recruited 11 pledges for fall 2003 and initiated 5. Two of those who failed to make their grades are pledging again this spring. The Fraternity has made great strides in its recruiting process. The Chapter continues to strive to improve its numbers with quality individuals. The brothers, using a plan created by Richard Groff (Memphis ‘91), Steve Voyles (Memphis ’03), and T.J. Hausauer (Memphis ’04), have established a successful guide to recruitment during the year. This plan was largely the reason for the large pledge class in the fall. The future of the Chapter looks very bright and promising. The finances have never looked better, the Fraternity has a respectable image on campus, the Chapter is competitive in oncampus events, and the brothers remain dominant in their academics. With continued support from the graduate and undergraduate brothers, the Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta is well on its way towards greatness. “To catch the reader's attention, place an interesting sentence or quote from the story here.” Join the 18.48 Club The 18.48 Club ($18.48 per month) was established in 2003 as a way for Brothers to contribute to Mu Tau's recruitment and Leadership efforts. The funds are only utilized for these functions and so far the program has been a tremendous success, but we need more participation to meet our goals. Please get involved. The Brothers currently involved are: Jim Guess, Owen Keith, Wes Gentry, Bobby Svoboda, Dave Kraehmer, Richard Groff, Mark Harris, Todd Steele, Daniel Johnson, Michael Keith, Ted Showalter, Darren Davis, and Paul Woods. President’s Message Continued... Brotherhood is beginning to reach an all-time high, thanks in part to the efforts of Field Secretary Patrick Brichta (New Mexico 2002). Our chapter’s cumulative GPA of 3.08 is still first among all IFC organizations. Overall, I am very excited about the upcoming year. Every day of my life I strive to safeguard the reputation of Phi Gamma Delta. I am proud to be a FIJI, and I love each and every one of my Phi Gamma Delta brothers. Pergé, David Zaborowski (Memphis ‘05) President of the Mu Tau Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta \r\nS PR I NG 2004 MU T AU MESS ENGE R PAGE 3 Interview with Paul Woods, BCA President Interview with the BCA President: again? Paul Woods: Marc Lerner. Interviewer: What are your hobbies? Paul Woods Mu Tau '93 and BCA President since 2003 Interviewer: What is one of your most memorable memories of the fraternity? Paul Woods: I fish, play golf, and follow college football to no end. Interviewer: What high school did you graduate from? Paul Woods: Coronado High School, El Paso, TX Interviewer: What year did you start college and when did you graduate? Paul Woods: Fall of 1988, graduated in Dec 1993. Interviewer: What is your degree? Paul Woods: I have a degree in Risk Management and Insurance from the Fogelman Business School. Paul Woods: Too many to name one-- maybe the Black Diamond in New Orleans. Interviewer: What are you doing now as a career? Paul Woods: I am a Client Executive with Marsh USA, which provides risk management consulting and insurance placement. “It feels good being the President of the BCA because it has allowed me and the fraternity that has Paul Woods: AH. Interviewer: Do you have any future plans pertaining to your career? Interviewer: How many pledge brothers did you come into the chapter with? Paul Woods: I will either stay with Marsh or move to the other side of the fence and become a risk manager for a large firm. Paul Woods: Five, I think, Darren Davis, Steven Wray, Clyde Allen, Mike Kamler and Dennis Evans. Six, if you count me. Interviewer: Any particular brother that you would like to see Paul Woods: It feels good being the President of the BCA because it has allowed me to give back to the chapter and the fraternity that has given me so much. There was a time where I lost sight of that and was "too busy" but now I thoroughly enjoy my time with it. The expectations for the future should follow the chapter goals and to continue to work as closely as possible without being a burden or hindrance. to give back to the chapter given me so much.” Interviewer: What was your pledge class? Interviewer: How does it feel to be the President of BCA, and what expectations do you have of BCA? Interviewer: What are your goals in life? Paul Woods: I would like to have a family, when the time is right; to enjoy the company of my wife, Christi; and to have a successful career. Interviewer: Where would you like to see the chapter? Paul Woods: I have the same goal for the chapter I think every Mu Tau Brother has - a NEW HOUSE! Interviewer: Do you participate in the 1848 club? Paul Woods: Yes- the 1848 is a vital and innovative way for every brother to give back. Interviewer: What encouraged you to want to play a big role in BCA? \r\nMessage from the Editor Fellow Fijis, This has been an exciting year for many of us, and there are still many things to come. One of the chapter’s biggest goals is to strengthen the bonds between brothers. So with the new release of this letter, we hope that it is informative and beneficial for keeping all of you in touch with the past and future of this chapter. Upcoming Events Mark your calendars now. Pig Dinner will be held on May 1st in celebration of Founder’s Day. It will be held at the former East Memphis Hilton, now Double Tree, on Sanderlin Road. Everyone will be receiving formal invitations around late February or Early March. So keep an eye out for the invitations and if there are any questions you can e-mail me at Jewalla@memphis.edu. March 1-6 Spring Break March 27 Crawfish Boil April 18 Formal Meeting (Last one) – Senior Commencement April 21 Last Day of Classes April 23-29 Final Exams May 1 Pig Dinner August 11-15 156th Ekklesia – Atlanta, Georgia August 27-29 Dorm Storm August 30 First Day of Classes October 8 Fiji Island October 16-19 Fall Break (No Meeting) November 6 Black Diamond Formal November 28 No Meeting (Thanksgiving) December 5 Formal Meeting (Last one) – Senior Commencement December 8 Last Day of Classes December 10-16 Exams