I Vol. XVIV, No. 1 Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS October, 1987 ftle sister. Janet was accompanied by Lisa Smith on the piano. A-special thanks goes out to all of our little sisters who helped us greatly during rush. Next in the pref parties, Robert Siedell, EM '74, reemphasized the five points and explained the voting system. We at EM want to thank Allan and Robert for their time and effort toward one of the most successful rushes her at EM. When the brothers arrived at the coliseum, thirty one eager pledges ran up the stairs. This is the most ever in EM's history. These thirty one men are truely a well diversified group. They are from nine different states—from Pennsylvania to Texas to New pledges celebrate their decision! Florida. The pledge class has a ACT average of 24.5. Their majors include: engineering, sports medicine, political science, and communications. Also in post rush we added two more pledges, bringing the pledge class number to thirty-three. These pledges are the result of a great rush from the undergraduates to the graduates! 1987 Rush As fall 1987 approached the annual rush workshop was held at scenic Lake Tiak-'O-Khata. This time was well spent. The workshop directors-Jerry Fuller LM'Sl, John King EM '86 and Tommy Scrogins EM '77—gave the under graduates an insight into rush techniques and strategies. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, alike learned something at this years workshop. Rush 1987 started on Friday, September 18th. Three hun dred ninty eight men signed up for rush, which is a slight in crease from the previous year. During the first 12 parties, Robert Cook, EM '90, put together a fantastic slide show that was en joyable for both the rushees and the entire chapter. For the next six pref parties, Allan Callicot, EM '86, was the featured speaker. Allan stressed the five points on which Phi Gamma Delta stands and what Phi Gamma Delta looks for in a man. The entertainment for the six pref parties was provided .sgaitl this year by Janet Saul, Miss MSU 1986 and a former fuJI lit- ) Pledges ride to the house to let off a little post-rush steam. \r\nPage 2 October, 1987 BULLDOG FIJI 1987 Fall Pledges The following pledges of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta for the 1987 Fall semester; Paul Craft Jackson, Mississippi Jackson, Mississippi Port Gibson, Mississippi Dyersburg, Tennessee Dyersburg, Tennessee Paragould, Arkansas Jackson, Mississippi Lane Cummings Germantown, Tennessee David Allen Paul Adcox Joe Bilbro Pledge Shawn Watson aiidmtle si^^Connie Cook take a break at the Pledge/Little sisterT5o!baII^me. Taylor Burkes Jay Cambell Scott Case Vol. XVIV, No.l Editor Contributors lUMl 1JI Lent Keeler ('90) Chris Saucier ('89) Tim Nichols ('89) Greg Adams ('90) Photographers Robert Cook ('89) Andrew McNeill ('90) Shawn Eubanks Rick Evors Hud Haas Tom Hamer Andy Hawkins Jeff Horn Mike Keough Tony King Barry Male John Martina David McColgan Tony Milam Rives Newman Published semesterly by Sigma Mu Chapter of Phi Don Norris Gamma Delta at Mississippi State University, for ITS graduates. Members, Parents, and Friends. Gibson Prichard Send correspondence to; Grant Ray Jay Richardson Drawer FN Jeff Rickhof Mississippi State, MS 39762 Chuck Rooker Scott Staggs Bob Thurman David Vaughn Shawn Watson Sikeston, Missouri Fort Walton Beach, Florida Fort Worth, Texas Dyersburg, Tennessee Cleveland, Mississippi Memphis, Tennessee Orlando, Florida Pelahatchie, Mississippi Jackson, Mississippi Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania Memphis, Tennessee Jackson, Mississippi Stanton, Tennessee Huntsville, Alabama Jackson, Mississippi Tupelo, Mississippi Tupelo, Mississippi Starkville, Mississippi Staunton, Virginia Dyersburg, Tennessee Dyersburg, Tennessee Moss Point, Mississippi Starkville, Mississippi Scholarship Phi Gamma Delta this past year finished first in grades among the row fraternities. A strong second semester, in which the Fiji's had a 2.843 overall average, help pull us ahead of the ATO's to capture the overall tide. This makes the 8th year out 8 years that Phi Gamma Delta was first on the row in overall grades. The following brothers had a 4.0 for the spring semester of 1987: Tony Norton, EM '89 Mike Billings EM "88 Richard Clatterbuck EM '86 Jeff Gregory EM '86 Note: Both Richard Clatterbuck and Jeff Gregory are in medical school at Johns Hopkins University. Congratulations! Celebration from the Chapel to the House. \r\nPage 3 October, 1987 BULLDOG FUI Social This was a pretty good year socially. Other than the infamous informal hall parties that grew to gorgantuan proportions we swapped with the women of $M, ZTA, Xfi, AAA, AT, and KA. Oh, I forgot. The KA's shafted us. We had beach swaps with the $M's, a frigid beach party with Xfl's and a fake'WWIII swap of ZTA. The 1986 Black Diamond formal was held in New Orleans, LA. on the world renown river boat. Enjoying some basketball at the Boy's Ranch Fiji island was a hit it seems. We had "The 5 who killed Elvis" on Friday night, Anoymous (the famous Phi Gam band) play Sat. afternoon, and Cafe Racers Sat. nighU-The,look of the island w^ygt^^^^ferent; no tall huts and iw Fiji Man in front a matter of fact, the^friday-Bight-banir' Community Service blackearrp^^^S^s about it. Will see if the 1987-88 year turns out as good. The pastyear has been a very active one in every facet of our chapter and this holds true for Campus of Community Service also. Sigma Mu was trived to maintain a good social service program and we think that we may succeeded this year. The fall kicked off with Sigma Mu's contributions of money and time in the United Way's Mississippi State/Ole Miss Con tribution competition. We gave liberally of our resources to help the campaign succeed. Mississippi State crushed Ole Miss in Sports the competition. Then, the pledges organized a party at Starkville Manor Nur sing Home for the residents there. The party was a huge suc cess and a general good time while the pleges had an oppor tunity to share their time with people who truly enjoy it. With the semester nearly over, the brothers once again join The fall intramurals have already begun with FIJI teams entered in every sport. The FIJI swim team, behind a great re-lay team, won the school championship. The flag football teams are star ed with the ladies of Delta Gamma for our annual Headstart Note; The Dudes did win a game, which is their first win in four years. "Turkey Trot." We helped kids at the public kindergarten make edible thanksgiving turkey treats and remind them of the true meaning of Thanksgiving. As usual, the brothers returned home thankful for the opportunity to help these children as well as for the fellowship we had with all the ladies of Delta Gamma. During the spring semester, we had our annual Columbus Sheriffs Boys Ranch visit. All afternoon, we played basketball, football, frisbee, soccer, and softall with the 50 or so boys at the ranch. As evening fell, we served hamburgers and hotdog's for all and had fellowship. After the tragic Chi Omega accident at Ole Miss a competi tion blood drive was organized here between all organizaion ting their new seasons. We have four teams—two active teams and two pledge teams. Brad Howe EM '90 is doing a fine job keeping up with the deadlines, dates and the teams. on campus. Sigma Mu gave a great deal of blood even with many understandable fears and placed second among fraternities in percentage of blood donated. All the blood was used to build , back the reserve that had been depleted after the accident. As a final gesture before the school year ended, the brothers all cleaned their closets to donate old clothes the needy. These clothes were turned over to the Salvation Army. Log jam at the rapids -t. \r\nPage 4 October, 1987 BULLDOG FIJI Remember When... * Sunday October 24, 1976 — We did get wet on the Tombigbee River. Also, T. Mize learned to drive a bulldozer and Leroy heard a car comming and we got the h out of there. Thursday,February 23,1978 — Duke answered the phone and it was a girl who wanted to know Carter's address. Duke said, "just sent it to Drawer FN," the girl couldn't understand Duke's "English" and said, "did you say FN or FM?". Duke said, "N as in Nookie." James said, "It's a good thing she didn't ask you said S or F!" Monday, November 30, 1981 — Quote of the day: "1 whooped out my potential" Raymond Hamitto. Thursday, January 31,1985 — FIJI Classifieds — For Sale: One set of shiny chrome spokes. Like new, 40 dollars or best offer. Call: 325-4212 between 8-5 or 324-1683 after 5 and ask - -.liib ' I'JB Chris Saucier and his little brother Barry Male are prepared for anything on the Big Brother/Little Brother Canoe Trip. for Dr. Parrish. Homecoming '87 Editor's Note Homecoming activities this year held on October 3. Activities for graduates, undergraduates and parents filled the day from early in the afternoon to late in the evening. Saturday's schedule began with Parent's Day activities which included a meeting of the Mary McCarty Club and a slide show that provided a fun yet informative look at Phi Gamma Delta at Mississippi State. Following these Parent's Day events a brunch for parents, brothers, graduates, and guests was held. From the house, the crowd mingled to Scott Field to watch the Bulldogs squeaked by the Memphis State Tigers 9-6. Afterwards, the sounds of Crying Shame from Memphis, Tennessee rocked the Phi Gam In this addition of The Bulldog FIJI, we have included several inserts. The first is the Graduate Update. This update supplements the previous graduate directory. The second is the Rush Booklet. This was given out to Rushee's after the first twelve parties. Lastly, is a letter from Franc Lee, Norris Pig Dinner Chairman, which includes the date of Pig Dinner. I hope these inserts are helpful and informative. house until midnight. If you couldn't attend this year's homecom ing, for whatever reason, we hope you will make it a point to enjoy this year's Norris Pig Dinner with us on February 20, Editor 1988. EM '90 Lent Keeler I w. ifttie SisterXand their coach Mike Davis celebrate a win over the nledaes \r\nBULLDOG FIJI EM CHAPTER MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY VOL.1 NO.l STARKVILLE, MISS. 39762 JANUARY, 1971 INSTALLATION OF EM Top left: Delta Colony President Scotty Sumrall receiving Charter from house corporation Secretary Ellis T. Woolfolk (Davidson "23). Seated is Archon President William E. Hauser (Denison '50). Top right: President Hauser delivering speech at banquet. Seated are William S. Zerman,(Michigan 49), Executive Secretary and Ellis T. Woolfolk. November 21, 1970 was the date of installation of the 98th Louis A. Mangels (Indiana '56), was excellent in his role as chapter of The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. The installa tion was the climax of 19 months of hard work by Delta Col the national fraternity's ritualist. ony of Phi Gamma Delta at MSU. Zerman (Michigan '49), Executive Secretary was Master of The next event was an all-Fiji banquet at which William S. On Friday, November 20, all of the actives and pledges of Ceremonies. The principal speaker was William E. Hauser Delta Colony were pledged into the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta in a ceremony at the First United Methodist church in Starkville, Mississippi. The ceremony was conducted by (Denison '50), Archon President. Others who spoke were Ellis William E. Hauser, President of the Archons; and Dr. Tommy President Scotty Sumrall,(MSU 71). The initiation weekend ws concluded with a party for all Fi Williams, Section 14 Chief. Following the ceremony, a smoker was held for all Fijis and their guests. An all-Greek luncheon was held the next morning with graduate brother Elliot Burnside(MSU '69) acting as Master of Ceremonies. The highlight of the luncheon was a speech by the former Student Association president Jerry Thames. His speech was an analysis of the Greek system at MSU. Follow ing Mr. Thames, William S. Zerman spoke about fraternities looking at their principles and ideals on which they were found ed, and re-evaluating their position. Following the luncheon was the initiation and indoctrination ceremonies. At these secret phrases of the installation weekend. E. Busse (Chicago '31), Archon Secretary, Charlie Graham (British Columbia), former Field Secretary, and Delta Colony ji's, their dates, and all our Fiji guests. We brothers of EM would like to thank all of the many peo ple who helped make our installation possible. We would also like to say thanks for all the letters, telegrams, and phone calls wishing use well. In April of 1969, the 16 original founders of Delta Colony at MSU set their goal-a charter in 1970. Now that we have achieved this goal, we have set another goal-getting a house. Now as this newsleeter goes to press, this goal is realized. EM is well on the road to being the number one Greek organization at MSU. \r\nSIGMA MU GRADUATE UPDATE ADRIAN, WILLIAM V. (Bille) BROCK, WILLIAM ALBERT JR. (Al) 108 Sir Lawrence Drive Box 5939 Belleville, IL 62221 H: (618) 632-8356 Greenville, MS 38701 H: (601) 334-4087 W:(601) 335-5293 JONSON, PAUL D. 3921 NW 122nd Apt. B Oklahoma City, OK 73120 H: (405) 751-5702 W:(405) 231-4200 ALLISON, MABRY F. (Frankie) 2905 BrenvUle Blvd., Apt. #75 Ocean Springs, MS 39564 H: (601) 872-1231 ANDERSON, MICHAEL LANDON (Mike) 4405 N. Locust North Little Rock, AR 72116 H: (501) 771-4504 W:(501) 372-5848 BURKETT, RICHARD JERRY (Jerry), M.D. 10229 Gwynnbrook Rd. Box 1168 Birmingham, AL 35205 H: (804) 320-3069 W:(804) 786-9320 H: (504) 344-6790 W:(504) 927-5810 CLATTERBUCK, RICHARD do Anne Bonder Glenbumie, MA 21061 H: (301) 761-0736 McComb, MS 39648 H: (601) 542-5623 W:(601) 684-6900 BELL, CLAYTON BRIDGES 580 Pear Orchard R. #304 Ridgeland, MS 39157 H: (601) 856-1706 W:(601) 354-5201 BELL, JOHN BRANDON U (Brandon) 3026 13th Ave. S Richmond, VA 23235 8006 Elvation Rd. BEAN, EDWIN LEE JR. (Ed) JORDAN, RAYMOND W.(Ray) KEELER, THOMAS BRADFORD (Brad) 6811 Old Canton Rd. #808 Jackson, MS 39211 H: (601) 956-8921 W:(601) 982-4494 CURRIE, ARTHUR DALE, JR. (Dale) 1006 Woodbridge Dr. Madison, MS 39110 H:(601) 856-8865 W:(601) 354-3701 KENNEDY, BEY, JR. (Bev) 1003 W. Carolina Ave Hartsville, SC 29550 H: (803) 332-2181 W:(803) 332-6221 HALLFORD, WILLIAM THOMAS, JR. (Tom) KITTRELL, CHARLES JEROME 5612 Autum Wheat Trail 3823 23rd Ave 6904 Buck Crossing Drive Arlington, TX 76017 Roanoke, VA 24014 H: (703) 989-4246 H: (817) 465-1949 Meridian, MS 39301 H: (601) 693-7627 W:(601) 693-2561 W:(703) 794-3444 BLAIR, GARY ALEXANDER Box 3361 Brookhaven, MS 39601-7361 H: (601) 833-1771 W:(601) 835-0538 BLAIR, STEPHEN HENRY lU (Steve) 606 E. Race St. Rolling Fork, MS 39159 H: (601) 353-8222 W:(601) 987-3855 BOWMAN, MAX P. 1444 Mossline Dr. Jackson, MS 39211 H: (601) 957-2006 BRANCH, WILLIAM BARRY (Bill) HAMILTON, RAYMON MADWELL 2822 Thornhill Rd. Birmingham, AL 35213 H: (205) 871-1934 W:(205) 871-1312 HENRY, JAMES ROBERT (Bobby) 306 Sandpiper Ln. Madison, MS 39110 H: (601) 856-4867 W:(601) 981-7422 LEE, WARD Box 1852 Searcy, AR 72143 H: (501) 268-4248 W:(501) 268-2473 LEECH, BILL 3784 University Dr, NW Huntsville, AL 35816 H: (205) 533-4297 HOLLOMON, RICKY 6635 S. Staples St., Apt. 912 Campus Christi, TX 38413 H: (512) 994-1523 LEWIS, JOHN 2930 SE 41st Place Ocala, FL 32671 H: (904) 368-6354 HORNE, JERRY LYNN 7133 Carriage Hill Dr. 1309 Patriot Dr. Laurel, MD 20707-5367 Slidell, LA 70458 PSC Box 2081 H: (301) 490-1121 W: (301) 859-4079 H: (504) 646-0772 W:(504) 566-5773 San Fransisco, CA 96334-5000 H: (714) 796-9237 LIGHTSEY, KENNETH BRYANT (Ken) \r\nSIGMA MU GRADUATE UPDATE MARTIN, DAVID OLIVER, JAMES R. WEDGEWORTH, JAMES HILMAN 4310 Roland Ave HHB 210th FA 41 Wexford Club Dr. Baltimore, MD 21210 H: (301) 342-1594 APO, NY 09352 Hilton Head Island, SC 29928-3356 H:(803) 785-4460 W:(803) 785-8811 PRICE, STEVEN MONROE (Steve) MATTOX, WILLIAM CAREY (Bill) 1700 Pennsylvania Ave, NW; Suite 525 Washington, D.C. 20007 W:(202) 293-2865 MIZE, THOMAS OWEN (T) 2826 Holloway Rd. Ruston, LA 71270 H: (318) 255-1870 W:(318) 385-7846 SEALE, DONALD ALLEN 1205 Robin Cove 6811 Old Canton Rd. #808 Tupelo, MS 38801 Jackson, MS 39211 H: (601) 956-8927 H: (601) 842-5605 W:(601) 842-7072 MOORE, OSLER KENDALL 5820 Kristen Dr. Jackson, MS 39211 H: (601) 957-9378 WILLIAMS, FRED 691 Montclair Dr. Macon, GA 31210 H:(912) 477-6877 W:(912) 788-5697 WINESETT, STEVE Box 3333 Mississippi State, MS 39762 SPEED, JOHN CARROLL (Buddy) 730 Woodbury Rd. Jackson, MS 39206 H: (601) 981-9079 W:(601) 939-0512 H: (601) 325-5055 W:(601) 325-3076 ZADROGA, JEFF 7905 Pine Crossings Circle #733 Orlando, FL 32817 MORRISON, DAVID GENE 146 Maplewood Dr. DeRidder, LA 70634 H: (318) 462-1884 MULLINS, TODD 125 Royal Dr. Madison, AL 35758 H: (205) 464-0307 WADDELL, MICHAEL KNOW (Mike) 3081 Autumn Cir., Apt. 41 Memphis, TN 38115 H: (901) 795-7359 W:(901) 525-4451 H: (305) 281-9879 ZECHA, DONALD JOSEPH, JR. (Don) 2244 Central Ave Augusta, GA 30904 H: (404) 738-9304 W:(803) 557-8767 \r\nRUSH RECOMMENDATIONS Graduate Brother, Address Recommended Rushee_ Address, Phone No. Credentials for Phi Gam. Everyone learned something new at Rush Workshop '87. 8 \TXvxvxdry SIGMA MU CHAPTER FRATERNITY OF PHI GAMMA DELTA Drawer FN Mississippi State, MS 39762 Non-Profit Organization U. S. Postage PAID MS State, MS Permit No. 25 (! lA NOV 171987 8f Pii! ifif 0M.7S SSTERKMUMl ta/lCaUfiKTERS \r\nTHE FRATERNITY OF PHI GAMMA DELTA SIGMA MU AT MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY Drawer FN Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi 39762 (601) 326-6896 October 20, 1987 Dear Graduate Brother As many of you expressed interest in being informed of the date of pig dinner a little earlier than usual, I am pleased to inform you that the chapter has already started making tentative plans for the swine dine. The 19th Annual Sigma Mu Norris Pig Dinner will be held Saturday night, February 20, 1988. I sincerely hope that informing you now regarding the date will more easily facilitate your attendence. Reservation cards will be sent out soon. And, in an effort to make this the best pig dinner ever, I welcome your ideas for speakers, aivards, and events surrounding the dinner. Tlie chapter already has several new ideas concerning the dinner, including rejuvinating some of the older traditions. However, these ideas are only a drop in the bucket. Again, the chapter anticipates the best pig dinner ever and hopes you will come and be a part of it. If you have any comments or suggestions, please feel free to write me at the above address or call at (601)323-2655. Fraternally Francis C. Lee 1988 Norris Pig Dinner Chairman Perge!