The Fraternity Of Phi Gamma Delta FIJI Virginia Tech I Rho Aloha Chanter Fall 1987 A Quest For Excellence This year's FIJI Acadamy, at Ohio Sate University, was brought to its feet after an arousing speech by our current Archon President James Jessiee. In his speech Mr. Jessiee called for the current undergraduate and ^raduate chapters of Phi Gamma Delta to join him in a — 'Quest For Excellence" and to once again establish those high ideals and standards that our proud fraternity was founded upon many years ago. Mr. Jessiee referred to all aspects of Fraternal life during his speech including Scholarship, Brotherhood, Athletics, Community Service, and Religious Practices. He encouraged all the brothers who attended the Academy to bring back to their Calendar Of Events October 17 BCA/ House Corp. Meeting Homecoming Football Game vs. East Carolina 30 Chapter Birthdays Party/ Bash respective chapters a renewed spirit in Phi Gamma Delta and a plan that will carry this fraternity well into the future. Brothers Jim Burlant '88 and Stephen Klosky '89 and Pledge Kevin McGuire '90, who attended Acadamy this year, have already suggested to the chapter and instituted many of the new ideas that they acquired at Academy this year. Some of the positive changes that can already be seen around the Chapter house are things like the newly formed Meal Plan, where each of the brothers -Yes, even Ken Larson (ATI), in the house take a turn cooking and cleaning once a week for the rest of the brothers who live December Winter Rush To Be Announced 19 Winter Graduate Party March Spring Rush To Be Announced 19 Spring Graduate Party May BCA/House Corp. meeting 16th Norris Pig Dinner \r\nAlpha Rho Pledge Class We would like to introduce the members of the Alpha Rho Pledge Class from Spring 1987. All four members were initiated on September 24,1987. 1987 - 88 Cabinet Brothers, The Rho Alpha Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta is very pleased to announce their cabinet for the 1987-88 acaKevin McGuire ('90) is double majoring in BioChemisdemic year. I firmly believe that this is our strongest try and Nutrition, and Computer Science. He is from cabinet ever! The cabinet members are as follows: Fairfax, Virginia. Robert Hanson ('88) in majoring in IEOR and is from Leigh-on-Sea, England. Greag Neiman ('89) is majoring in Communications and is from Richmond, Virginia. Paul Ditto ('89) is majoring in Architechure and is from Ontario, Canada. The new initiates wish to thank all the brothers and graduate brothers who helped them through the tough times of the pledging period. Especially Dana HessefAtpha Gamma), whos past performances as a brother left many milestones to strive for. And lets not forget the infamous Nasty Jones (Mu) whos reputation far preceedes him wherever he goes. A special thanks also goes out to Colin Winchester and Ken Larson, two brothers to whom the pledge class could go in times of need and not get turned away, no matter what the cost or hour. It is dedication and brotherhood like this that made the Spirit and Brotherhod of the newly initiated Alpha Rho Pledge Class as strong as it is today. President - Stephen Klosky Treasurer - Scott Giffin Recording Secretary - Rich Lloyd Corresponding Secretary - Rob Paine Historian - Ken Larson I wish to personally extend my best wishes to the newly elected cabnet and I'm sure you will as well. They have already vowed to take the "bull by the horns" and _ bring this chapter to its full potential. The excitement that has been generated within the chapter is unprecedented in recent years and will defanately raise the chapter tone to one far above our standards. Best Wishes in all your endeavors, Kevin M. McGuire Newsletter Editor Perge! Rush Recommendations Please fill out and send any recommendations you have of any student attending Virginia Tech to the attention of the Rush Chairman. Name Of Rushee Address Phone High School Attended & G.P.A. Activities and Honors Remarks ^ Recommended by .2. \r\nPresidents Message Dear Brothers, As I look back on the previous year as President of the Rho Alpha Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta, I can honestly say it has been an interesting one to say the least. The experiences that I have had and the tremendous growth in maturity and leadership that I have developed will stay with me forever. Proving once again that Phi Gamma Delta is "Not just for College days alone." I recently witnessed the Chapter, showing true FIJI Spirit, rebound from a relatively dismal chapter tone during Winter Quarter last year, to an incredible one last Spring. The motivation and spirit that we had before has once again come over the Chapter like wildfire and is showing up in everything that we do. We return this Fall with 23 initiated Brothers, as the AP Pledge class was just initiated and Mike Maret (Alpha Gamma) is back at Tech after a four year absence. Also, Fall Rush turned out well °s we pledged a pair of great men, Pete McDevitt and Hardt. Quest Cont'd there. Also, there are movie showings at the house every Tuesday night, after study hours, where the brothers can let off some of that "mid-week steam". These are just a few of the exciting changes that have occurred already this year and with the election of the new cabnet just afew short weeks away we should see even more new ideas in the future. Pinball Madness) Graduate Brother Tom Matacia (Xi), to the delight of the Rho Alpha Brothers recently donated a pinball game to the house. The Mr. and Mrs. Pac-man pinball machine, made by Bally, was the highlight of the most recent happy hour at the house and has generated some friendly competition between the current brothers, both old and new. The money raised from the pinball playing will be used by the finance committee for things like house renovations and repairs and other worthy causes. The I am also very pleased to say that with the help of a current record on the machine is held by Brother Pat Muir few graduate brothers, especially Andy Stowasser(ju) we but is constantly being challenged by really dedicated pinball wizards like John "Gullible" Grady and Kevin are going to have heating in the house soon, for the first McGuire. time in over four years. The new gas heater will replace the old oil and coal heater and will provide a more The brothers with to express their deepest thanks and efficient and more economical method of heating for the appreciation to Brother Matacia for his most gracious house. donation and assure him that it will be put to good use, constantly. We also would like to challenge all graduate Finally, the Chapter seems to have a lot of momenbrothers to "Strut Their Stuff." If you think you can beat tum, and more good things should continue to happen in the high score, DO IT, and the first pitcher of your the months to come. Overall, I'm damned proud to be a favorite beverage is on us! Phi Gam. Fraternally, Jim Burlant '88 Chapter President Perge! ^ Pig Dinner The 16th Norris Pig Dinner will be held on May 7, 1988 at the Sheraton in Blacksburg. The cost will be announced later. We all hope you can make the time to be there so that this years Pig Dinner is as special as last years. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are coming so that we can reserve the necessary rooms. For reservations call the Sheraton at (703) 552 - 7770. Tell them that you are with Phi Gamma Delta to receive the group discount. \r\nAlpha Sigma Pledge Class The Brothers of the Rho Alpha Chapter of Phi Thanks again to Tom Matacia (XI) for so graciously Gamma Delta are extremely pleased to announce the donating the pinball machine to the house. I Alpha Sigma Pledge Class for Fall 1987. These men can honestly say it will be put to very good have already been offered and accepted their bids to our use. Fraternity Thanks also to Ephry Kaplan aand Mike Rooney who took time off of their busy scheduals to Mark E. Hardt - is a Junior Accounting Major from help out with fall Rush. It proves to all of us Centerville, Virginia. that Phi Gamma Delta is not "Just for College Days Alone." Peter McDevitt - is a Sophomore Aerospace Engineering Major from Wayne, New Jersey. The Homecoming Football Game is Saturday, OctoThe quality of these fine men is a brillant example of ber 17, 1987 vs. East Carolina at 1P.M. Please call the the outstanding potential of our fraternity and of the good house to reserve tickets. There will also be a Tailgate, party and Parade before the game. I hope to