The Alpha Phiji News University of Michigan Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta Volume II, No. 2 Ann Arbor, Michigan November, 1982 G. MENNEN WILLIAMS - GRADUATE PROFILE Justice G. Mennen Williams is one of was Ambassador for one year until had great success in the fields of Brother Williams was not through serving the public when he left the governorship. Williams had been very President Nixon took office. Williams then was elected to the government and law. He has ably serv ed both his state and his country in active campaigning for JFK and was appointed assistant Secretary of State He was re-elected in 1978 to another various levels of government. Brother Williams is different from for .'Vfrican affairs under the Kennedy administration. Williams said that this eight year term. Brother Williams said that he has hearings eight months of most Alpha Phijis in that he was not an was a very interesting time to hold that position because of the increased the year, but that he works year round number of independent countries in Africa during his term. Brother Williams resigned from his post in 1966 to run unsuccessfully for the United States Senate from Michigan. In 1968, President Johnson appointed G. Men nen Ambassador to the Phillipines. He tioned that the case load has more than the most famous Alpha Phijis and has undergraduate at the University of Michigan. He attended Princeton as an undergrad, a family tradition since his mother was from New Jersey. G. Men nen then came to Ann Arbor in the fall of 1933 to attend law school in his home state because of his interest in Michigan politics. It was through the Michigan State Supreme court in 1970. to write case opinions. He also men tripled since he started as a justice. All of the brothers of The Alpha Phi chapter of Phi Gamma Delta can be proud of the unselfish and dedicated service of G. Mennen Williams to his state and country. efforts of his uncle, William G. Men nen, an archon from Cornell, that G. Mennen became a Phi Gam at Michigan even though he was not an undergraduate. He was the fourth member of his family to become a Phi Gam, and he is now a life loyal Fiji. Brother Williams was in Ann Arbor from the fall of '33 through '36. Since THE WEEKLY N E W S d A C A Z I N A'f he was in law school, he lived at the law quad but did spend one summer at 707. When asked what he remembers most about his days here, Williams replied, "The way that the brothers ' •i received me and made me feel welcome." Brother Williams is still very grateful and over the years has been happy to come back to try and repay the house for their kindness. The scrapbooks of 707 are full of pictures from the Daily of Gov. G. Mennen Williams stopping by the house when he was in town for various events. Just twelve years out of law school in 1948, G. Mennen was elected governor of Michigan. He held the office from 1949 until 1960, the second longest governorship in the state's history. He ■.'t'jiMiK was elected to the office six times. Dur ing Governor Williams administration, the first civil rights legislation (the Fair Employment Practices Act) ever passed in Michigan was enacted. -vfJ y. *' " w \r\nDecember, 1982 THE ALPHA PHIJI NEWS Page 2 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE In the very recent past, many graduate brothers have visited our chapter and have asked an all too critical question: "Are fraternities com ing back?" In our Alpha Phi chapter, we have, as always, the talents of a hardworking group dedicated to the ideals and operations of the fraternity. It is true tal problems in apartments and cooperative housing units. The Direc tor is a woman who did not attend the University of Michigan, was not af suffered the ups and downs of campus filiated with a Greek fraternity, and, in my own judgement, is not a resourceful person. Bill Zerman, in the Phi Gamma Delta summer 1981 issue, specifically warns that such a lack of university guidance will erode the fraternity system over time. This seems to have become a problem at this life university. that our chapter, like many chapters of many other college fraternities, has during the radical freedom movements of the late sixties and the hard economic times of the mid- seventies. Yet, unlike many other fraternities. Phi Gamma Delta has had the strength and flexibility to with stand these forces. Our Alpha Phi chapter is a strong representative of our fraternities dedication to victory. Never before have I seen an organiza tion pick itself up and challenge adver sity as our chapter has in the past year. We have never served our graduate brothers, the University of Michigan, and the Ann Arbor community better. Greek system hosted a conference for the fraternities in the Big Ten states. When the Inter-Fraternity Council re quested help and support from the University, they flatly refused us. The conference was privately funded by each fraternity paying an equal share. The IFC and Panhellinic Association recruited notable speakers on subjects modern economics to hazing and brotherhood. The lecture series was well coordinated and open to all University and com The Alpha Phi chapter has never been munity residents as well as the Big jgn in such a superior state. fraternity system. This is not, however, an indication of whether or not all fraternities are Given the University's lack of response, it is very difficult for ng to coming back." Phi Gamma Delta is a expand and become a more prominent strong organization and will always re Fraternity Dean of Men — an alumnus of the University and the fraternity system. In order to be effective, the This October 23, the Michigan ranging from careers and ding school and demand that a percen tage of your donations be apportioned to the compensation and support of a organization on campus. We have fraternities' efforts must be a consorted effort by both the undergraduates and the graduates. The Inter-Fraternity Council will be corresponding with all of the Greek alumni shortly to inform you further on the issue. The Univer sity of Michigan's Greek system has the capabilities of being the countries leading student organization. The quality of Michigan students is far superior to that of any other university or college. However, without Univer sity recognition the future of the col lege fraternity on Michigan's campus is unstable. The fraternity, some might say, has changed drastically over the years. Some change is always necessary and welcomed. Needless to say, though, main strong. It is more relavent to look started improving the situation in some at the Greek system campus wide to determine the longevity of fraternities. The University is presently the site of respects. The conference marks the the strength of Phi Gamma Delta is that some things never change: the beginning of a movement toward in creased student knowledge and in action; the opportunity for collep 32 fraternities and 17 sororities. Less awareness of our organization, im than eight percent of the 35,000 proving public image and student Michigan students are affiliated with awareness are two of the important goals of the IFC and Panhel. In addi the Greek system. Compared to other major universities where 40-50 frater tion, we have members of our Alpha nities and 30 sororities are commonly represented on cmapus, the Michigan Phi chapter who are beginning to work directly with the University, the Alum ni office, and the Board of Regents. We will do our best to improve rela Greek system is weak. I believe whole-heartedly that the systems weakness is an image problem resulting from the University's lack of tions, however, there is much that re mains to be done. We need your sup practical demonstration of democracy men to manage a complex business; the benefits each member gains y par ticipating in a small group living particularly within the influence o t e ideals promoted by Phi Gamma Delta; and the relationship of fraternity brothers that includes hospitality, friendship, and mutual acceptance. Phi Gamma Delta is still a great experience for men during an important time in their lives. In this final opportunity to review the ideals and operations of our concern. The fraternity system is com port as alumni. The fact is that 80% of pletely independent of the University. all graduate donations to the Univer sity come from alumni who were in a Greek organization. You have in chapter, I can say with all confidence, humility, and loyalty that the Alpha Phi chapter of Phi Gamma Delta is the fluence. The next time you write a check to the University, include a note fraternity across the country. I am, Many of you may remember talking to the Fraternity Dean of Men while you were here — there is no such person to day. The administration refers our questions and insecurities to the direc tor of off-campus housing, an office voicing your concern for the Greek system on campus. Tell them about the serving students with landlord and ren- benefits of fraternity life while atten greatest chapter of the number one Fraternally Yours, Michael J. Spaulding Chapter President \r\nPage 3 THE ALPHA PHIJI NEWS December, 1982 THE 707 CLUB FOR YOUR DONATIONS In return for your donation of $50 or more, the Alpha Phi chapter will send to our graduate brothers this 8" x 10" There are a number of graduate brothers of this chapter who have helped the house greatly through their financial portrait of the house at 707 Oxford. Donations will be add contributions. We would like to thank them and honor ed to the fund used to pay for necessary repairs on the house and improvement on kitchen facilities. The electrical wiring and foundation of the old house are in disrepair and them by putting their names on the roster of the 707 club. The club appears in both the fall and spring newsletters, it includes the names of those who have contributed since the improvements must constantly be made in the kitchen to last newsletter. To be eligible for the club, all that is needed meet health standards. The limited budget provided by house bills cannot account for all the major repairs the is a contribution of $50.00 or more. Thanks again! house requires. We have appreciated your support in the past and desperately need it now. This picture offer is an expression of our thanks for your donations to our chapter. Vernon Bishop Robert B. Knutson William Bristor Leo Calhoun David A. Lauer Fooiman Mueller Dale Coenen Charles W. O'Dell, III Freeman Crampton Howard E. Egert Richard Pinkerton Phillip M. Pfaffmann Robert K. Erf Nicholas ]. Radell Dr. David L. Freedman Charles Hall William Roesser Alexander K. Scherer Robert Hall Phil Schucter H. Willis Heidbreder in memory of Edward Hulse Raymond C. Smith Robert Stahl Stewart H. Hulse Thomas Sunderland Ervin R. Hurst, Jr. Erie A. Kightlinger, Jr. John C. Thom Clarence N. Tinker We would like to thank all the other graduates who also gave donations to the house! EKKLESIA 1982 Toronto, Ontario, Canada was the host city for the 134th Ekklesia held August 9-13. The brothers of Alpha Phi met in Ann Arbor and drove three cars north to Toronto and the Royal York Hotel. The experience was both enjoyable and educational for everyone in atten dance. The general sessions, attended by the chapter delegates dealt with the fraternity business. Archon President Joseph B. Carney (DeParai '50) smoothly conducted the order of business in these sessions. Committee reports and sugges tions concerning all aspects of the fraternity from music to THE DETROIT GRADUATE CHAPTER Archon selection were brought before the assembly. An in spiring model initiation was also conducted before the assembly in which the Michigan Fijis participated as Pipes, 2105 East South Boulevard, Pontiac at 7 p.m. The pledges. Two Delta colonies at Bradley and Jacksonville Universities were installed with great ceremony. In com mittee sessions, the brothers participated in the decision making process and learned a great deal toward helping our chapter prosper. cost is entirely up to what you order. Besides pizza, they have regular meals, sandwiches, salads and soups, plus beverages. The music is great. Everyone is welcome. Bring your spouse, date, friend, The remaining time during the week was filled with en joyable activities planned to bring everyone closer together. At the Reunion Banquet, the Alpha Phi chapter was recognized for having the second most members in at or just come by yourself. tendance at the conference, including graduate brothers Bill Zerman '49, Bob Erf '53, and Leo Calhoun '50. The Phi Gamma Delta Graduate Chapter announces a new monthly activity. The first Monday of each month, except for legal holidays, the group will meet at Pizza and All Fijis are asked to put $1.00 into the kitty to help defray the expenses of mailings. Many other banquets and a harbour cruise on Lake On Mark your calendars for the 1st Monday of each month as a reminder. We will not be sending out regular reminders of these evening gatherings. For further information, please contact one of the tario gave Phi Gams from across the country time to get to know each other. The biggest impression left on the brothers of the Alpha Phi chapter was that Phi Gamma Delta is a great fraternity, not only at the University of chapter officers or call (313) 288-3161. Michigan but everywhere. \r\nPage 4 THE ALPHA PHIJI NEWS December, 1982 1982 NORRIS This years 89th annual Norris Pig Dinner was unques tionably an incredible success. Over two-hundred and fifty graduate brothers and families, actives and pledges were on hand to witness this memorable occasion. For the first time in the history of the Alpha Phi chapter. Pig Dinner man Mueller '27 and Scott Park '86. Later on. Brother Pinkerton introduced A1 "Wildcat" Wall who sang many old songs for the audience. Pig Dinner '82 had John C. Bai ty '55 as its Key-note speaker. Brother Baity did a fine job in recapturing his fond memories of the days he spent at ton '55 did an excellent job in conducting the order of 707 and proved unquestionably that Phi Gamma Delta is "not for college days alone." Following Brother Baity, William S. Zerman '49 reflected not only his days at Michigan, but offered advice to undergraduates and graduates alike on how to maintain a strong chapter. Brother Zerman captured the real essence of the evening in a letter written to the undergraduates, following Pig Dinner, by saying - "The Chapter should be events. He began the evening with the traditional Exiles Toast and Kissing of the Pig, carried But this year by Foor- a family and, indeed, I think we have just that at Michigan, and I am ever so proud." was held outside underneath an immense 40 x 60 tent. With the addition of a live jazz band, open bar, tables full of champaign and food, and a great Michigan victory over Indiana, one could have not asked for a more perfect even ing. The program itself was loaded with distinguished Phi Gams. Serving as this years Symposiarch, Richard Pinker- PIG DINNER AWARD WINNERS Freshman Scholarship Award Alan Caplan Intramural Athletic Award Bob Allis "Bull" Zerman Rushing Award Brad Qua Herbert Smith Award Thomas E. Hall Award Harmon St. Glair Award A1 "Wildcat" Wall Award Francis L. D. Goodrich Award Reynolds Rich Smith Award Senior Efficiency Award John C. Baity '55 Foorman Mueller '27 Harry Walter Jim Dixon Nick Shufro Dave Clark jim Dixon Matt Russert Paul Bisaro Mike Spaulding \r\nPage 5 THE ALPHA FHIJI NEWS December, 1982 PIG DINNER ZERMAN CELEBRATES 35th ANNIVERSARY Brother Zerman then left Michigan to serve as Field Secretary to the fraternity for two years. After fulfilling these duties. Bill returned to The University to serve as Assistant Dean of Men. During those years, 1952-56, Bill was in charge of 65 fraternities and over 3000 fraternity men. To say that Brother Zerman did a good job is an understatement, as the Michigan Interfraternity Council won twice the award for having the best fraternity system in the country from the National Interfraternity Con ference. Bill also served as Purple Legionnaire for the Alpha Phi chapter during the early 1950's. It was under his October 17, 1982 marked the 35th anniversary of William S. Zerman's affiliation with Phi Gamma Delta. Brother Zerman began his continued service to the frater nity when he was pledged to the Alpha Phi chapter in Oc tober, 1947. Bill's leadership during his four years as an undergraduate is unquestionable. His service to the chapter as Corresponding Secretary was just one of the reasons why he won the outstanding senior award his final year. As a senior. Bill was also a member of Druids, the senior honorary society. direction that we won the Cheney Cup in 1952-53. In 1956 Brother Zerman then went to Ohio Wesleyan where he served as Dean of Men for three years before joining the International Headquarters in August of 1959. Bill took over for Cecil J. "Scoop" Wilkinson, as Executive Secretary of the fraternity. Bill Zerman's strong leadership and devotion to young men across the country, has made him an admirable and distinguished man. The Alpha Phi chapter is thankful for the growth and direction he has given Phi Gamma Delta, and we are proud to call him our brother. Pledges carry in the Pig. A TOAST To my Phi Gam brothers and assembled guests - I deeply regret not being able to attend the Michigan Pig Dinner. Please let me toast - Michigan and Phi Gamma Delta can be extremely proud of you! Bring on the pig- Most Fraternally, — My 707 undergraduate brothers Bob who have worked so hard to make this a memorable event 1 Perge! — My 707 graduate brothers who This toast was received in a letter from Robert K. Erf '53 on October 4, have come to celebrate Phi Gamma two days after this years Norris Pig Delta and honor Bill Zerman! Dinner. We regret not having been able — And finally. Bill, a close friend, a to read this toast at the dinner and, cherished brother and the best Ex therefore, reprint it here. ecutive Secretary' in the business - Kissing the Pig - Scott Park '86 \r\nPage 6 THE ALPHA FHIJI NEWS December, 1982 K GRADUATE BROTHER NEWS Art Albin '79 is a CPA and financial planner living in Southfield, Mi. Art also serves as treasurer on the James Posther '65 is vice president of Consolidated Airways, Inc., in Fort Wayne, Jnd. Alpha Phi board. George Henry '66 is an obstetrician-gynocologist specializing in clinical genetics and in vitro fertiliza tion. He lives in Denver, Co. with fiis wife and three children. Michael A. Baity '58 workes as a perodontist and has a wife and four children in Flint, Mi. Robert M. Stahl '58 is an international banker for Continental Bank of Chicago. His son Jim is a Thomas E. Shannon '55 is president of Circle Enter prises in Potomac, Md. Lawrence R. Alberti '45 is a corporate president_and lives in Hinsdale, II. James C. Almdale '75 is a purchasing agent and lives in Craigville, Ind. Roger A. Andersen '56 is a corporate president in North Muskegon, Mi. member of the Alpha Phi chapter. Clair E. "Jack" Cox '55 is a urologist and is living Ralph Frederick'59 is a personnel manager for General Motors Corportion and lives in Warren, Mi. in Memphis, Tenn. Thomas D. Davis '63 is writing in Los Gatos, Ca. Michael Garry '73 is a dentist in Schaumburg, 11. and has a son and a daughter. Alan Berkshire '82 is employed by the University and is the Purple Legionnaire of the Alpha Phi chapter. Bruce C. Dane '80 is an actuary in Pasadena, Ca. See you at the Rose Bowl, Bruce. Bill Ransom '60 is a lawyer and lives in North Olmsted, Ohio. Philip M.Schuchter'82lives in Ann Arbor and works as a field service engineer. Marc Lohela '74 is a sales manager in Chandler, Ariz. Gary J. Sulzer '77 is a marine engineer and lives in Media, Pa. Robert B. Evans is a dentist in Plymouth, Mi. and is also active on the Alpha Phi Board of Chapter Ad visors. Gred Mulder '78 is an accountant in Grand Rapids, Mi. Joe Bilich '77 is a systems analyst in Houston, Tx. Karl Schweikart '79 is a graphic designer and lives in Birmingham, Mi. Bob Kerr '44 is in retail hardware in Coldwater, Mi. Bill Wilson '81 is a sales engineer and lives in Orchard Lake, Mi. James O. Kistler '50 is Assistant to the President of Exploration with Chevron Overseas Petroleum, Inc., in San Francisco. L^icufaiB \r\nDecember, 1982 Page 7 THE ALPHA PHIJI NEWS WDjafei' ■ li£ U VI ■ ^ MICHIGAN ! . V ;•• ' ".. C?-riV 'M ■ '