ROUJE/TO: .ROSS .BOBINSQN Omicron A Publication of Kappa Omicron of Phi Gamma Delta ^Q^eaon State Univef^tu Spring 1987 - KO Fijis and their dads take a moment from Dads' Weekend 1987 activities for a photo. A fine-looking group of gentlemen! Brothers Active on Campus: KO Takes Second in Coon Plaque As the new house manager, I am pleased to tell you about some of the good things that are going on at Oregon State. Our striving for excellence at Kappa Omicron is evident in our scholarship. With our 7th-place finish in all-fraternity grades, this year looks to be one of our best ever. Phi Gams are active on campus, participating in a wide va riety of activities. For six consecutive years, KO brothers have held the Greek Week chair. Brothers are also active on the IPG Judicial Board, IPG Sing Committee, Greek Council, in Cardinal Key, Thanes, MUPC, The Barometer, OSU Rugby Club, varsity football, track, and rally, and as editor of the Greek Columns. Dads' Weekend was highlighted by the Beavs'58-54 victory over Cal. During half time. Brother Marty Breen ('87) was pre sented a plaque for his selection to the Pac-10 All-Academic Team. Brothers John W. Stuart(KO '59) and H. Scott McCart ney(U of AZ) came and spent the weekend with their sons, Jim ('88) and J. Scott ('88), respectively. At last summers' Ekklesia, our Beaver Fiji placed second in competition for the Coon Plaque. We received the John Templeton McCarty Chapter Efficiency Award for the second con secutive year. This spring, we will be combining with brothers Graduate Program Sound We are in the process of reorganizing our graduate rela tions committee in order to involve and serve you better. There are now over 1,000 living members who have passed through our chapter, and we know only a limited number of you. We are hoping that you may be able to stop by the house or make it to the Norris Pig Dinner. We also hope that everyone has some fond memories when they read the newsletter. The Norris Pig Dinner is almost here! On Sunday, April 12, at 4 PM, several hundred Kappa Omicron Fijis will converge at the Portland Center Red Lion. If you have not already made your reservation, please do so as soon as possible. We are contacting several graduates and supplying them with phone numbers of their pledge class brothers, so that they can contact them. In closing, if there is anything we can do for you or some thing you would like to do for us, please call. If you are interest ed in organizing a reunion of your class, we'd be happy to help. If you are ever passing through Corvallis, please stop by. We have sit-down dinner at 5;30 PM on most Monday and Wednes day nights and we would love to have you here. If you would like to send us an old Fiji story or some Fiji news, we would be happy to print it in our next edition of the Beaver Fiji. Most of all, remember "Phi Gamma Delta is not for college days alone." — Jon Finley, Graduate Relations Chairman (503-758-7505) from all over the West Coast in a bicycle rally to raise money for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). We will be riding from Corvallis to the Epsilon Omicron Chapter in Eugene. We are still looking for a Purple Legionnaire and members for a board of chapter advisors. Our previous requests for help in these two specific areas have not been effective. Although your monetary contributions pay for this publication and various other activities, your involvement and presence are also benefi cial to us. Fraternally, — Terry D. Chubb, House Manager Upcoming Events Norris Pig Dinner, April 12 Moms' Weekend, May 1-3 Greek Week, May 9-16 Commencement,June 6 \r\nPage 2 Spring 1987 THE BEAVER FIJI KO Shows Vast Improvement in Scholarship Scholarship is on the upswing at Kappa Omicron. Sparked by a sharp pledge class, our grades jumped from 19th place last spring term to 7th this fall term. The live-in members placed 10th, live-out members 14th, and pledges placed 9th. Our scholarship program consists of mandatory study ta bles twice a week, hall monitors, and study hours. The scholar ship dinner at the beginning of each term honors the academic achievements of brothers and pledges. Finally, the newly remoddeled house library has improved the academic tone by giving the brothers a quiet place to study. Some of our highest grades came from Larry Dunnell (Jr., Bus., 4.0), Todd Girvan (Jr., Psych., 4.0), Tony Boatright (Sr., Bus., 3.94), Mark Fulk (Fr., Psych., 3.79), and Chris Troeh (Jr., Bus., 3.75). Hopefully, we have begun a positive trend in striving for academic excellence. Fraternally, — Brian Price, Scholarship Chairman Treasurer Continuity. It is vital to the existence of the chapter, espe cially in the area of finances. Through the last few years we have built, and continue to build, a solid financial foundation. Currently, the chapter is financially sound. With 30 new pledges, the house is only one under capacity with 63 living in. Informal rush is also going well, and hopefully we can keep the house at capacity throughout the next year. The position of treasurer is very challenging, but very re warding. What I have learned has opened my eyes to a whole new world. Finally, I would like to repeat that "Phi Camma Delta is not for college days alone," and that the advice and support of grad uate brothers is always appreciated. Please feel free to write to me at the house with any questions or suggestions. Fraternally, — Brian Price, Treasurer KO Very Active in Community Service Each year, it has been a tradition for OSU fraternities and sororities to donate time, money, and service to the Corvallis community and various charitable organizations. At Kappa Omicron, we proudly say that we are working extremely hard to uphold this tradition. Our chapter has set a goal of no less than 200 donated community service hours each term. However, we are constant ly striving to exceed this goal and have successfully done so in the past year. Many of our larger projects have included design ing and building a playground fence for a local preschool, work ing with the American Lung Association in helping people break the habit of smoking, and the cleaning up of local playgrounds and parks. Some smaller activities include donating blood at OSU blood drives, coaching and refereeing sports activities for the City of Corvallis, taking care of our local neighbors' yards, and supplying 15 underprivileged children with Christmas gifts. Our future community service plans include many of these same past activities as well as some larger commitments, such as helping in the renovation of the'Majestic Theater in Corvallis. If any of our graduate brothers have ideas for community service projects, whether they be projects done in the past or new ideas, we would like very much to hear from you! It is my hope that we might raise our goal for community service hours to an even higher number in the near future! Fraternally, — Paul E. Louis (L-r); Toby McCourt, Joe Kupillas, and Jon Kukula are mighty proud to be Fiji pledges. Rush Report and Request As the new rush chairman, I am happy to inform you that rush is once again underway. We are setting up our rush com mittee, but we have not chosen our assistant yet. Informal rush has done an outstanding job thus far this year and we pledged three more fine young men at the beginning of winter term. They are: Jon Kukula Joe Kupillas Toby McCourt Hillsboro, OR Eagle Point, OR Pleasant Hill, CA The goal of formal rush this year is to get approximately 25 quality-packed pledges and, although we wish that we could do everything ourselves, we will still need your help. Please send us information (on the enclosed rushee recommendation card) on any friends or relatives that are considering attending Oregon State so that we may contact them as soon as possible. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Fraternally, — Brit Anderson, Rush Chairman KOs Building and Regrouping in Sports Despite our unsuccessful fall term in IMs, Kappa Omicron is on the up and up for winter term. Although we are not fielding a water polo team because of lack of interest, we will be dominant in basketball and billiards. As for our basketball team, unfortunately, the big man from Lakeview, Joe Bonnrens, is out for this season because of knee problems. However, he is contributing to the program by coach ing the Fiji hoopsters. Starting this season out on the right foot, the Fiji "A" team crushed preseason favorite Theta Chi, 34-31. Also, there are three other Fiji hoop teams competing this term and all have promising futures. Possibly our best chance this term for an all-university championship team will be our billiards team. Without a doubt, the KO Fijis could field at least two teams that could beat any house in our league, and our biggest problem is deciding which four players will compete each night. Basically, this will be a building and regrouping year for the KO Fijis and we will make a more organized effort to move to the orange league next year. Fraternally, — Mark Fulk, IM Chairman \r\nSpring 1987 THE BEAVER FIJI Nickname Game Do you know who these nicknames belong to? 1933 Ody 1944 1955 Little Bud Whale 1962 Doberman 1970 1985 Saint Housedance Graduate Relations Committee Jon Finley, Chairman Ted Adams, Beaver Fiji Editor Chris Troeh, Norris Pig Dinner Chairman PflOTOCOPIES Fiji Fables William B. Johnson,'30-118, writes, "We ar^moving to Charbonneau, a country club development near Wilsonviiie. I'm still part owner of a cabin in Dent, Oregon, about 50 feet from the Deschutes River — wanted to come back to where the rivers run." Bill is active at the Carmel Valley Golf and Country Club and the Deschutes Club. He and his wife, Edith(Kappa Alpha Theta, OSU '32), have three children, Marilyn (49), Susan (45), and Kathy (39). Their new address is 7109 Arbor Lake Dr., Wilsonviiie, OR 97070. Newton R. Crum, '35-176, is retired and enjoys photo graphy, writing, and mine exploring. He and his wife, Gladys (Pi Beta Phi, UC-Berkeley), make their home at 19582 Mella Dr., Volcano, OA 95689. "Newt" notes,"Gladys and I have had a ball this year,since we moved to the '49er gold country. We have a big four-wheel-drive Blazer, and are exploring the 'high back country' of the Sierras and Nevada. We both are well and happy." Joseph P. Dobell,'37-196, passed away of lung cancer on December 4,1986, his wife, Julia (Pi Beta Phi, Michigan), informs. Joseph was a retired geology professor and Dayville, Oregon, resident. Arthur R. Schoenfeld, '37-206, is retired and serves as president of the Homeowners Association Board of Directors, as treasurer of a local chapter of Retired Public Employees Associa tion, and is a member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board. He writes, I m still working with local planners and politicos to raise the quality of planning and development in our area — have had several successes, which encourages us to continue. I may get to my 50th reunion in June if somebody from KO is going to be there." Ray and his wife, Betty, have three children, "all grown — two married with three grandchildren between them; one not married, but still hopeful." The Schoenfelds' address is 2623 Cliffwood Place, Chico, CA 95926. Burdette W.Launtz,'39-232, and his wife, Margaret, have two sons, Robert(35)and Richard (29)."Bud"is retired and enjoys alpine skiing twice a week in the winter. He notes,"Dick Bailey ('40-243) is my ski buddy. I started skiing with him and Stan Norman('39-236)in 1940 at Timberline Lodge." Bud lives at 7211 N. Fowler, Portland, OR 97217. John W. Barnes,'40-244, shares,"Mary and I continue to attend state, national (Washington, DC, and Orlando, PL), and international(Brussels and Copenhagen) meetings as delegates of the Reserve Officers Association. Our meeting in Copenhagen will be followed by a tour of Sweden, Leningrad, and six weeks in northern Europe." The Barnes make their home at 5820 Oakhurst Rd. S., Seattle, WA 98118. Robert W. Geyer,'42-282, is retired and lives with his wife, Verneta, at 6601 75th St. W., Tacoma, WA 98467. About what's Page 3 new, he notes,"Not much...putter, tinker, and loaf with occasional duck hunting or fishing. Best wishes to all the good brothers." Glenn H. Connelly, '52-445, writes, "Christopher, my youngest son, is entering Oregon State University next fall. Hope fully the Fijis will contact him soon — he'd make a good Fiji!" "Buck" and his wife, Mary (Pi Phi, U of WA), have two other children, Mike and Lisa. The Connellys'address is 100 Flying Mist, Foster City, CA 94909. Norman E. Koch,'55-499, describes,"Little did I realize 35 years ago that, as I took math classes in the education hall between my classes in commerce,I would be on faculty! I make it to campus on a regular basis, but never seem to have time to stop by '3481'" Norman,an OSU/WOSC School of Education professor, resides with his wife, Modeen(Willamette), at 989 Nandina Ct. NE,Salem, OR 97303. Andrew M. Martin,'73-855, an investor, notes,"I am look ing to contact a brother in the Navy who flies F-14 or F-18 jets — for pictures. I will reimburse costs." Andy builds model radio control airplanes for a hobby and his address is 144 Greenwood St., Evanston, IL 60201. Phone number:(312) 864-9612. Richard M. Hulden,'81-993, explains,"1 moved to Indian apolis on January 1, 1987, to a new job (same co.), new place. I travel Michigan, the Virginias, the Carolinas, Kentucky, and Ohio. I would like to hear from the bros in these areas — my phone number is(317)632-6651. Bro(Brian) Honey('82-1030) and wife Dianna came out to Utah over Christmas for a ski vacation — good times for ail!" "The Hulk" is a regional sales manager, central division, for Balkamp,Inc.(4 years), and notes he is "still shopping" for a wife. His address is 902 N. Meridian, #211, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Samuel C.Skillern III,'82-999,"ex-Beauer Fiji editor," has recently been promoted to senior account executive with Arst Public Relations. He notes, "Great job. Beaver Fiji staff! The newsletter has maintained its high level of quality and usefulness. Reminds me of the days when Steve James ('80-979), Doug Raitt ('80-981), Scott Ashdown ('81-995), and I labored to res urrect the program. Good grief — this is the tenth anniversary of the rebirth of the Beaver Fiji! Congrats, brothers. I noticed that KO finished second in the Coon Plaque competition — that's the spirit. It's good to know the work of we'old-timers' has not gone to waste. As for Seattle, we welcome Scott Boedigheimer('86-1117),Tod Finley ('85-1085), and Dave Schwartz('81-1014) — are there any others? We all ask the $348 question: why haven't Bill Murphy ('80-1005) and his 'b'roke-D' buddies answered our in quiries? Congrats to my big bro, Kent Crawford('79-976), on his engagement!" "Skill-daddy" lives at 1611 E. Lynn, Seattle, WA 98112. His phone number is (206) 323-1248. Paul C. Harvey, '82-1037, has been an accountant for Crown Zellerbach Corp. for one year. He and his wife. Shannon, reside at 16120 SW Oberst Ln., Sherwood, OR 97140. "Good- Day" writes, "I am attending Portland State University, doing postgraduate work in accounting. I enjoy hunting, fishing, and playing basketball for the'C Street Shufflers in a Portland league, coached by Jason Chin,'83-1039.1 am looking forward to softball season,as well as a trip to northern California for my ten-year high school reunion." Paul K. Davis, '85-1082, shares, "I am finishing up a se cond year as field secretary — 85 visits, 28,350 miles, $1,575 worth of gas, 9 oil changes, and a set of tires later, I am still going strong. I look forward to 'roadtripping' home via Scottsdale to visit Kirk Mathers ('85-1088), and Eric ('86-1102) and Greg Geiger ('85- 1095) therein. Also li'l bro Bill Diercks('861118) in Saratoga. I am looking to set up shop in Portland and to meet as many graduate brothers as possible. 'Do it, Fiji!' Paul receives mail at PO Box 4599, Lexington, KY 40544. \r\nPage 4 Spring 1987 THE BEAVER FIJI A 1939 Norris Pig Dinner?(Photo provided by Bud Launtz,'39-232.) ^ J ' 1987 Honor Roll of Contributors A warm and sincere "thank you" goes out to the Kappa Omicron brothers listed below. Eighty-six contributions (one gift in memoriam) have started off the 1987 communications program well and total $2,340 through April 3. You are encouraged to add YOUR name in support of your fraternity by giving today. Let's keep the KG Fiji alumni communications program program going strong as we continue to march toward excellence! Name Class Vr.& No. Robert W. Geyer 42 282 Gary W. Runes 61 612 Rupert E. Fixett William S. Milne 43 293 43 301 Larry K. Kruger John E. Geiger 63 639 64 658 74 87 Robert A. Morrison, Jr. Gordon Petrie 43 302 43 305 Gilbert C. Schmidt Ronald I. Enna 64 663 65 672 27 93 David W. Graham 44 316 Craig S. Wiese 65 685 28 94 Norman K. Seethoff 45 346 Charles K. Benton III 66 689 28 30 98 118 William R. Blade Leiand R. Dressier 46 46 351 355 Gerald R. Durbin Colin L. Walker 66 66 695 707 William D. Aitken 32 131 Charles H. Herman, Jr. 46 358 Gerald C. Schmidt 67 726 Hubert M. Cook John M. Poorman, Sr. Malcolm S. Bryant Henry W. Brands, Jr. Newton R. Crum Grant W. Perry Charles V. Ruzek, Jr. 32 32 34 35 35 35 37 133 140 162 174 176 183 203 Harold W. Logsdon, Jr. Walker Lundberg Bud J. Curtner Robert F. Kline Alfred B. Clough Richard L. Engdahl Roger L. Weinheimer 46 46 49 49 50 51 51 Allan K. Yost Scott M. Bigham Terence H. Dunn James E. North Andrew M. Martin Mark J. Schumacher Patrick A. Ball 68 71 71 72 73 73 75 747 801 George B. Howe Randolph E. Leiand 17 17 8 9 Robert S. Stewart Cyrus K. Gates 25 27 Buell E. Wilcox George M. Adams Robert P. Moser William B. Johnson Jerome F. Ruzek in memoriam 37 204 362 363 381 387 401 427 442 808 836 855 861 883 Glenn H. Connelly, Jr. 52 445 Jeffrey C. Leever 75 893 Arthur R. Schoenfeld Walter M. Hulden Richard B. Kennedy Burdette W. Launtz Robert P. Zentner 37 38 39 39 39 206 213 230 232 242 A. T. Woodhouse . Robert T. Bragg Arthur H. Kroeger George D. Shields Norman E. Koch 52 53 53 53 55 Daniel C. Dressier Kent M. Crawford James A. Fort Richard M. Hulden Samuel C. Skillern III 77 79 79 81 82 John W. Barnes Leslie W. Kincaid 40 244 40 249 Richard M. Weaver Robert M. Dueltgen 56 521 59 560 Jeffrey B. Fletcher Paul C. Harvey 82 1027 82 1037 459 463 469 477 499 943 976 977 993 999 Robert D. Crookham 41 257 John W. Stuart 59 577 Jason J. S. Chin 83 1039 Lorenzo G. Cuflip Walter H. Smith 41 41 258 271 John H. Hudson John F. Jensen, Jr. 60 585 60 586 Thomas H. Davis Paul K. Davis 83 1040 85 1082 Donald A. Bourne 42 278 Laurence M. Baugh 61 602 David S. Halsey 86 1109 \r\nKappa Omicron Chapter The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta Friendships are important! Our fraternity is important! Let's perpetuate both of them, not only for our own benefit, but so that our sons and other young men may share in the fellowship offered by Phi Gamma Delta. TO: Kappa Omicron Graduate Office |,f j ' Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta ' -j iifii t'j f ;; ^ i « Plaque Coimnx^^ee Corvallis, Oregon 97333 ^^.j8? |:i ||)|gpjg report address changes or corrections to Phi Ganuna Delta '4he address above. PO Box 4599 Lexington, KIT 2 635 SW 4th Street ;•? re ears Make your check poyoble to "Phi Gamma Delta Alumni Fund. Enclosed is my 1987 voluntary graduate contribution in the amount of: □ $100 □ $50 □ $25 □ $15 □ $ any amount (All amounts 6re. equally welcome.) Detach and return form above with your contribution Dear Drothers, In a word, the theme at the Kappa Omicron house has been "activity," and the enclosed Beaver Fiii highlights many of these pursuits. From their involvement on the OSU campus in scholarship service to their efforts Fiji collegiates take and athletics to improve on each through their traditionally strong community and maintain activity alumni-undergraduate relations, KO with zeal. You are encouraged to read each article and to steep yourself with Phi Gamma Delta memories. Hark your calendars for the upcoming events which are featured on page one. The Horris Pig Dinner, Moms' Weekend, Greek Week, and Commencement all promise special times with ycur KO brothers. You have already received a flyer outlining the Pig Dinner and, hopefully, many of you have made plans to attend. Haking an effort to keep the fraternal tie strong is important -- "Phi Gamma Delta is not for college days alone!" Finally, we turn your attention to the Honor Roll of Contributors located on page four. Through April 3, 66 brothers (including one gift in memoriam) have given $2,340, and each is thanked for his generosity. To maintain a self-supporting alumni communications program, every brother is asked to give once per year. Please add your name to the 1987 financial foundation begun by your brothers, by making a contribution. Also, write a note about yourself, and return your note and your check - either or both - in the prepaid envelope soon! Fraternally, Kappa Omicron Graduate Office Staff YOUR SUPPORT HELPS IN THESE AND OTHER AREAS: Graduate Newsletters • Homecoming and Other Special Event Announcements • Membership Directories • Mailing List Maintenance • Postage • Rush • Etc.