Fiji Fables Hoots Who THE BRAINSTORM WINTER EDITION ALPHA IOTA CHAPTER,IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY VOLUME LXXVII N0.2 Good Friends in High Places There are many Alpha Iota graduates who devote a tremendous amount of time and energy to the undergraduate chapter. A fair number of them were present at the home of Jim "Scoop" Hildebrand('74)recently when the Board ofChapter Advisors metwith Alpha lota's new cabinet and committee heads. Eight sleepy undergraduates made their way down to Folk City for a brunch and a B.C.A. meeting. Section Chief Dick Davidson ('76) kept us supplied with chips and dip to help us make it through the meeting. Promises of a fine cuisine after the meeting kept us alert and at tentive to the advice of our graduates. I couldn't stand it any longer. I had to elbow my way to the chips and dip. I selected clam dip on a few crackers. After several introductions, we got down to discussing a few topics. Our first topic was a compliment from the B.CA members on Alpha lota's strong first semester grade point average. The Fijis are currently fifth among 32 fraternities, while the first year class rank fourth among the pledge classes. Quickly, I ran upstairs to get a soda. After one quick chip in the clam dip, I returned to my seat to catch the cheese and crackers as they went by. Next, we talked about money. Brother Davidson began by stressing the im portance of a semester budget We also discussed a slight increase in the housebill to cover mortgage payments and rush during the summer months. Alpha Iota is still right around the campus average for housebills.We also mentioned our mortgages which we are still trying to combat Continued on page 3 Introducing... The 1985 Pig Dinner speaker is Robert L. Albin (Missouri, '62). He is currently serving as Archon President. Before he became Archon President he was Co- Founder and past president of American Salesmaster. We are looking forward to his presence here at Iowa State for the 77th Annual Morris Pig Dinner, March 2-3, 1985. The cabinet for 1985 was recently elected and the new members are: President, Paul Boynton,'86; Treasurer, Brock Larson, '86; Recording Secretary, Jeff Logan,'86;Corresponding Secretary, Bob Ellis, '87' Historian, Dan Hankins, '87. We would like to thank the departing cabinet for the fine job they have done. They are: Dave Fletcher,'84; Don Lovett, '84; Mark Bauman,'86; Joe Carsky,'84; Dave Dosier,'86. Above: Front row from left: Don Hankins ('87): "Scoop" Hildebrand. ('74); Lynn Schroeder. ('76); Brock Larson, ('86). Back Row: Sean Cassidy, ('87); Bret Larson, ('87); Chip Foster,('84); Dick Davidson,('76); Mike Hogue,('80);Jeff Logan,('86); Paul Boynton, ('86); and Bob Ellis, ('87). \r\nPage 2 President's Memo Purple Brothersl Legionnaire's Greetings from Alpha Iota! I first wish to deliver endless applause to former President Dave Fletcher ('84) Report and his cabinet for the excellent leader ship and enthusiasm that has guided us through the past two semesters. They leave big shoes to fill. Fantastic scholastic news has recently It is with considerable difficulty that I arise from my death bed and compose this epistle. The interesting factor bond ing everyone over the holiday season is the traditional trading of the various insidious virus. The Phi Gam Lodge was been received from IFC as we find the Phi Gams ranked fifth ofthe thirty-two fratern ities on campus. The stats had us with a 2.70 all-house average and our First Years Fiji's even better at a 2.76! Mow.the striving goal is called "consistency as we plan another semester with our noses in the books. Don't let the academic talk the home of at least one violent strain. On another note; I was roused from a pleasant evening by the Ames Fire Department. They urgently requested my presence at325Ash as the alarm system had alerted their interest. Upon entry, a serious gas leak was discovered. Unlike project new achievements which will bring considerable honor to our chapter. I detect renewed commitments to scholarship and community service. Recognition needs to be given to the Scholarship Committee. Under their guiding hand, grades have improved beyond any expectations. Leading the group are the First Year Men. I am ex tremely proud of the effort expended by the majority of the Fijis and look forward to further improvements. Ash is dwindling. Once again—our social calendar is packed through finals week. another time, all was well within a few Pig Dinner promises to be another banner event. Plans have been carefully minutes. laid and all details considered.Pat Martin Last semester included the overwhelm The new semester greets a new cabinet; an encouraging house retreat suggests will take care of us and allow the brother convince you that our social ife at 325 ing success ofthe all campus Homecom hood to build. ing party held with the fine ladies of Pi Beta Phi. The event yielded over $1000 that the new leaders will continue to build on the foundation established by Michael D. R. Owen for the American Cancer Society. Many the Fletcher doctrines. The "old" is to be Purple Legionnaire other social service projects are in store commended and the "new" supported. I Perge! for the spring as each pledge class is coordinating their own. Also, major ef forts are presently being directed towards Congratulations go outto Brother Dick the "car-touch giveaway" during the Davidson ('76) as he has recently been VEISHEA holiday. On to different topics: We are very named section chief. We had our first Social Service Report proud ofthe direction our Fall First Years opportunity to work with Dick at a B.C.A. meeting at the residence of Brother Jim are taking. These guys are strong and "Scoop" Hildebrand ('74) in Polk City. A sharp! The nineteen member team has very productive afternoon was to be had been a consistent contributor in the with a lot of super guidance from our house,greek, and campus activities. We graduate advisors. also welcome four new members to 325 Ash. They are: Chris Arnold, Harlan Asmus, Tim Chambers and Jim Well, I could probably rattle for days about the many fine Fiji feats occurring Schmiedel. in on the scoop at Pig Dinner, March 1. 1 expect to see all of you here for a week We are delighted to announce that graduate brother Lynn Schroeder ('76) will be living with us for at least the semester as he has accepted a position here, but I'd rather let the chapter fill you end ofPurple Brotherhood.We are thank ful for the beautiful home that you've given us—come back and let us show you with the university. Lynn has literally poured endless days and nights into beautifying the landscape about the house—and it certainly shows! We are extremely grateful; thank you Brother Schroeder. our appreciation! Fraternally, Paul "Buckhead" Boynton Paul Boynton ('86) Treasurer Brock Larson ('86) Historian Jeff Logan ('86) Bob Ellis ('87) Dan Hanklns('87) Assistant Editor town Rulers. Also on the fall agenda, the Phi Gams were asked to bring back all old eye glasses and athletic ribbons from home over Thanksgiving break. The response nated to the Student Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity; with the ribbons going to the YMCA and YWCA for Special Olympics. Continued on page 5 Jim Hildebrand ('74) Mike Owen ('73) Lynn Schroeder ('76) Mike Stevens('77) Randy Hellsen ('79) Mike Hogue ('80) Chip Foster ('83) House Corporation Brainstorm Staff Editor party. The party was an overwhelming success with the help of Pi Beta Phi, and an electrifying performance by the Up Board of Chapter Advisors Cabinet Offices Recording Secretary lars for the American Cancer Society at the annual homecoming all campus was fantastic. The eye-glasses were do Perge! President President Corresponding Secretary Social services started offwith a"bang" this year by raising eleven-hundred dol Jeff Logan ('86) The Brainstorm is published three Scott Saufferer ('86) times year as a service for the members of Phi Gamma* Delta and their friends. Walt Heumann ('39) Ted Paulson ('43) Bob Logan ('55) Larry Vanderpool ('68) Howard Logan ('46) Jim Wilson ('51) Bill McElrath ('71) Dick Davidson ('76) \r\nGOOD FRIEnOS IM MICH PLACES Very quickly and quietly,I slink back up to the chips for another taste of the clam dip. 1 really like clam dip. Rush was the next topic of discussion. Everyone in the room seemed to have an opinion on the salary ofthe summer rush chairman; which is in question currently. The rush chairman currently receives room and board for a year which some "balances due" in the names of several Jim "Scoop" Hildebrand is currently graduate brothers. On my way to get another soda, 1 nonchalantly select another chip with which to dip a liberal amount ofclam dip. working for the Internal Revenue Service and living in Polk City. Scoop deserves extra thanks for having us all out for Delicious! lunch. Chip Foster ('83) was also in atten We wrap up the discusssion by discus sing our newly formed Cup Reports Com dance, as he is serving his first year on the B.CA.Chip is currently working as an Account Representative for the Standard Registar Company in West Des Moines. fine, motivated summer rush chairman mittee, our plans for the 77th Morris Pig Dinner, and our spring service projects. We currently hope that everyone will try to was summed up when Scoop said,"Rush attend so that we may show you how hard Larry Vanderpool ('68) but thanks. Larry is the future, though." we have been working to better the chapter.The hospitality will ebb as we try and his children in Indianoia. feel is too much. The importance of a 1 leap to the hors d'oeuvres to snatch the last cracker. The interaction continues as treasurer to thank all who have put Phi Gamma Brock Larson ('85)assures the B.C.A.that plan to solicit "The Phi Gamma Delta"to see if they are interested in doing a he is on top of the "Accounts receivable" which are virtually non-existant. Brock has now implemented monthly housebills to stay on top offines and incidental expenses incurred by the brothers. We also touched on the possible need of an accountant for the chapter, and our Editor's Note Well graduates, here is Brainstorm ^2 for the year and a newly remodeled staff at Brainstorm Central should breathe new life into the paper. The Graduate Relations committee has taken on a new look for spring semester with a First-year Fiji, Sean Gassidy ('87), taking the controls. Sean has plenty of new ideas to get to know you better,and his energetic group is offering plenty of support. Good luck to Sean in making Alpha lota's graduate relations program an award winner at the next Delta back on track after the fire. We even follow-up story on the best Phi Gam rebuilding projects in the history of the fraternity. Finally,we get to partake in the fruits of Brother Lynn Schroeder's ('76) fine labors. Lynn had prepared a feast of pork burgers stuffed with mushroom and cheese,french onion soup,3-bean salad, baked beans, chili, and your favorite and mine,sliced kiwi fruit! As we ate, we got to talk with the B.CA. members to get to know them better.The pen is a mighty instrument as I can introduce you to them ail right here. Dick Davidson is the new Section Chief for Section XXIV which includes Iowa, Mebraska, and Iowa State. Dick is Vice- What else can be said for the efforts of is an accountant and lives with wife Gloria Randy Mielsen ('79) is a lawyer with the firm Pappajohn, Shriver, and Micholas in Mason City where he lives with his wife Peggy. Randy has no children that he knows of. Mike Stevens ('77) does have a child and another on the way. Aside from his B.CA.appearances,Mike appears daily at Iowa Power in Des Moines where he is a telecommunications technician. Mike lives with his wife Beth and daughter Grete, 2Vz. Then there's Lynn Schroeder('76). Lynn is currently working for the University here in Ames and he is living with us at 325 Ash. Lynn's services and devotion have been unequaled at the house this past summer, his zeal will continue. Thanks again to Scoop and all the guys for having us. We only hope that these joint meetings take place every semester. President at Thombert, Inc. in Des Besides, 1 loved the free food and the Moines. clam dip! Ekkiesia. The look ofthe Brainstorm may change a bit, too, as 1 turn over Brainstorm Central to a new editor, Scott Saufferer. Scott also has an untapped reservoir of new ideas for the paper, which should appear in the third issue, fiow, 1 will be free to pursue my duties as the newlyelected Recording Secretary. Onward to another successful spring. We have a tail order to fill as last fall was one of Alpha lota's best in scholarship, social life,and brotherhood.You are very well represented at Iowa State, and 1 hope you give us the chance to express our thanks for all your help at the 77th (.■ i» ■ j 1 It11. 1. t « ' .a .n annual Morris Pig Dinner, March 2-3 in Ames. I've deFinitely enjoyed editing the paper for the past year,and getting to know our graduate brothers better has made me mighty proud to be a Phi Gam! Jeff Logan ('86) Publications Chairman f Gamma D(m 1984 - 85 First Year Fljls and Qerl pose for their "Bomb" photo. Jeff Logan ('86) \r\nPage 4 FIJI FABLES On the morning of April 28, 1917 one thoroughly exhausted Fiji writes in his memoirs "Twas a long "wet" thrilling night" He must have spent it with a Talk about a one man scoring machine! In 1961, Ron Treabess threw for five touchdown passes and also caught two passes for touchdowns against the Kappa Sigma II. After a game like that we can only imagine how he scored with the passes he made later in the night The funniest misunderstanding oc curred one evening in a cab on Lincoln Above; Construction is currently underway for a new addition to the Agronomy Way. It went something like this: Fiji: "Driver, why are you stopping in the middle of the road?" Building on the east side ofcampus near the Physical Plant. Cabbie: "Didn't someone holler Stop'?" Fiji: "Drive on,she wasn't talking to you!" Members of Phi Qamma Delta in 1951 were very proud oftheir mascott. Dog Fiji. He could flip a dog biscuit off his nose and into his mouth!What the Fiji's weren't so proud of,was that the Fiji(the dog)had a habit of lifting his hind leg in the wrong places! CALENDAR OF EVENTS In the last issue of The Brainstorm I January 19 Wrestling Iowa State vs. Iowa January 23 January 26 Basketball I.S.U. vs. Oklahoma Basketball at Oklahoma State January 26 January 30 Wrestling I.S.U. vs. Oklahoma Basketball I.S.U. vs. Nebraska February 1 February 2 February 6 Varieties Basketball I.S.U. vs. Kansas State Basketball at Colorado February 9 Purple Qarter February 9 February 13 Basketball I.S.U. vs. Nissouri Basketball at Oklahoma February 15 Wrestling I.S.U. vs. U.N.I. February 15-17 February 16 February 20 Dad's Weekend Basketball I.S.U. vs. Kansas Basketball at Nebraska February 22 February 23 Function with Kappa Alpha Theta Wrestling at Iowa February 23 February 27 March 2 Basketball I.S.U. vs. Oklahoma State Basketball at Kansas State Basketball I.S.U. vs. Colorado March 2-3 77th Annual Norris Pig Dinner promised to tell you about "Operation Snowball". Well, here it goes: It hap pened on the snowy night ofJanuary 22, 1966.The sleeping Fiji lightly tossed and turned with anticipation as the top secret plan began to take shape. The unknow ing pledge slowly moled towards the sleeping Figure and proceeded to shake the Fiji, known to all as Brother Stol!('64). Shaking sleep from his eyes. Brother StoII quietly wandered to the T-Room,at which time he was to study for a morning exam. Study he did not. AH the prepara tions had been made; Brother StoII sank into a deep slumber. Suddenly Brother StoII was surrounded by familiar faces: Brothers Burmeister('67), Rutt('65),and Vories ('67). It was 4:00 a.m.; the fire works began! The four brothers burst into P-Room, quickly messed it up, and decorated the mirror with shaving cream. As they left the room,cherry bombs were March 2-3 Wrestling Big 8 Tournament March 8-9 Basketball Big Eight Tourney lit and thrown. Before the sleeping Fijis awoke, the party minded brothers were Wrestling N.C.A.A. Tournament Spring Break! Florida Beaches Look Out! Qreek Week at I.S.U. Fiji's and the Zeta Tau Alpha's sprinting down to the union where they were to begin a skip to Iowa City. I'm sure it was a weekend they will never forget! March 14-16 March 9-18 April 14-20 John Rukavina ('86) \r\nPage 5 HOOT'S WHO Robert Wilkes ('64) other Brothers from '64. It's great to get Clifford Scatlebury('40) Brother Ciif stopped by during the summer to say hello and also to see the together and see your old buddies. I renovated chapter. As he was shown retired for almost ten years now and are enjoying their time together more than would personally like to thank you, Rob, for taking the time to keep in touch.Your repiys on the questionnaires reaiiy made around, he remarked about the dif ferences between the house as it is now, ever. Joe, why not take your Winnebago on a trip up to Iowa this spring, we'd love my day, Rob. and when he was in school. We were glad to have Brother ScatlebuYy visit us ail the Alpha lota. For those who missed Pig Bradley Krooner ('79) way from Erie, Penn. If you would like to get in touch with him the address is 4717 Brad misses his old Phi Gam days so much he is coming back to coiiege. Yes, Upland Dr., Erie,''PennSyivania 16509. We all enjoyed meeting Rob and the Brad has been working with nuclear power and is now aiming to be a mechan Joseph Norman ('32) Mary and her husband Joe have been to hear some stories from the 30's about Dinner in '82, Joe received his Golden Owl, congratulations! Scott SaulTerer ('86) ical engineer. Brad—you ought to get a hoid of Peter Werp ('78), Pete also works with nuclear power. If you two interact we'd have one damn powerful Fiji molecuie that no country would mess withi Martin Hoffland ('77) Horses are his game, Appaloosas are their name. Actually,for Mike, horse rais ing and training is only a hobby, he is the Executive Director ofASCS in Hyde Co.(if anyone figures out what this all means please respond.) Louis Filosa ('76) LxDuie is working real hard for Atlantic Richfieid's Chem Link. In fact, he has made two very successful chemical links, the results of which were Michelle and Jacqueline, age 3 and 2, respectively. Louis is all set for Pig Dinner and is anxious to see all of his old classmates. Social Service continued from page 2 Starting off in the spring, the Phi Gams will be out in full force working on "Pets Weekend". A city park will be picked out to be the target of renovation: painting, raking,and cleaning;while our pets roam free. The big social service project planned for spring will be the"Car Touch",held on central campus during Veishea. Partici pants will be gathered around the car, each person touching the car, with the last person left in contact with the car declared the winner. Heal Balius ('86) Can you identify Mother Rowe's dinner guests? Brainstorm Central is sponsoring a contest to identify these unknown Fijis. We encourage all Phi Gams to participate. One hint; this dinner took place in the fall of'51.The contest results and winner will appear in Brainstorm *3! So hurry and fill out the graduate questionnaire and give your guesses along with any other information you can add concerning this event. We would like to thank everyone who responded and helped to identify the Fijis in the last Brainstorm. For those who did not recognize these Fijis, their names are,from let to right: Harry Art '48, Louis Infante '44, Don Clapsaddle '46, and Don Sage '48. \r\nGRADUATE QUESTIONnAIRE The Brainstorm is your publication. To make it as informative and enjoyable as possible for all brothers, we need your input to continue our "Hoot's Who" column.We're interested in what you're up to,as are the brothers you went to school with. Don't disappoint us. We look forward to receiving your response. Please fill out the questionnaire and return it to: PUBLICATIOHS CHAIRMAH,325 Ash, Ames,lA 50010. Class. Name Present Location Occupation/Position Present information about yourself or family(married, children, service.Job,etc) 'e Publication's Chairman Alpha lota ofPhi Gamma Delta 325 Ash Ave. Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 16 Ames, Iowa 50010 Ames,Iowa Return Address Requested Postage Guaranteed 15107373 33 MICH 19A9 WILLIAM S ZERMAN 3325 LANSDOWNE DRIVE LEX IMGTON KY 40502