MARK CALENDAR FOR PIG DINNER! iE)}BU0n Cl^uil PUBUSHED BY EPSILON CHAPTER OF PHI GAMMA DELTA AT NORTH CAROLINA .^5% SPRING 108 W,Cameron Avenue CHAPEL HILL, N.C. 27514 1989 Words From Pop "Is there life after trusteeship?" This question was often repeated when Epsilon was placed under graduate trustee control in August, 1986. Some graduate brothers felt the constantly arise. This is inevitable in an undergraduate frater nity setting. Those of us who work with young people have a unique appreciation ofthe meaning ofthe term "crisis man chapter's fortunes were at such a low ebb that it could not be saved. A number of undergraduate brothers voiced the fear agement." We must always endeavor to keep open the chan nels of communication with our advisees. At the same time, that graduate control would destroy Epsilon. Hard work and dedicated effort by both the graduate trustees and the under graduate brothers prevailed. Even the most critical early opponents of trusteeship acknowledge that this action was undergraduate chapter members should be open and candid in their willingness to share their concerns with the graduate brothers who advise them. By a free and open exchange and with mutual trust, we can provide the foundation for an even stronger Epsilon as we approach the 21sl Century. Although we have made tremendous progress in the past two years, I would be remiss if I did not remark that these hard-won gains could be lost or severely compromised by in necessary for the preservation ofPhi Gamma Delta at Chapel Hill. Control of chapter affairs now has been returned to the undergraduate brothers, proving that there is life after trus teeship. Epsilon now has a sound fiscal plan in place which insures a degree of economic stability not known previously. Reno vations to Vance Hall provide a more congenial living envi ronment for our members. The employment of a house mother and continued involvement by graduate brothers gives much needed continuity to chapter management and operation. These are positive gains. However, problems Dear Brothers, Greetings. For as many years as I can remember the Owl has been the newsletter of Epsilon. It has always been printed by ^nd been about the undergraduate Brothers at Vance Hall. It bas always been a scorecard,if you will, of how well the guys doing in certain endeavors. Are they still losing the IM football championship and winning the bowling? Is the CPA 2-3 or 3.2? Can B.T. stick his fingers in the deep fat frier and pull out hotfood like Paul could? Well, it finally struck me that the Owl is a little like getting a letter from your son at camp. Sure, he writes to you and tells you how great things are because he knows that's what you want to hear. What he doesn't tell you is how he got in hot water because he put tomato paste in his counselor's sleeping bag. Or how he pushed all the canoes out to the middle of the lake the night before the big canoe race. Or went off on a little nocturnal scavenger hunt with a cutie from the local girl's camp... Gee, Dad, guess what I found!" While the Owl has done a good job in relaUng how the undergrads are doing, it has more often than not fallen short in helping the alumni keep up with each other. We would like to change that. In the future we will be highlighting two or three classes in each issue. This will largely be the names, addresses and difference. No one wishes to return to the situation that existed previously. As Thomas Jefferson wrote: "Eternal vig ilance is the price of liberty." Perge! Pop Cashion Purple Legionnaire phone numbers of class members. This will allow Brothers to contact others whom they have not seen in some time. We would also like to solicit any information on Brothers such as family and business advancements. Hopefully this will lead to a current and updated directory ofcertain classes. At one point in our college years, we were all very close to someone at Epsilon. It is always great to renew those old ties. If anyone wishes to contact me with information about a brother or himself please feel free to do so. Finally, a note on the recent fund-raising efforts. As you were told we made an effort to get a more steady line ofalumni giving through pledges.Jim Sessoms and I sent out some 800 letters. Pledges to date total $3,500. Was it a success? You be the judge. Some contributions have been very generous. The class of 1976 leads^e charge and would like to challenge everyone else to arotyip. In the future we plan to make a much more concerted effort to bring the Alumni of Epsilon together. After all Epsilon is "not for college days alone." Any news or questions can be addressed to me at P.O. Box 1881, Sanford, N.C. 27330. Ed Peele '77 Jim Sessoms '76 Perge! \r\nPresident's Report Dawson's Farewell On June 1,1988,1 received a letter from the Archons ofPhi ciency.In late August Batde Koonce hosted oursummer msh Gamma Delta notifying Epsilon of its release from Graduate Tmsteeship.That day marked the end of a great effort from party which had the best attendance in years. The success of this party was quite evident in our Fall rush as we netted twelve pledges out of twelve bids.(As a side note, the DKE's only went nine of twenty-one this Fall.) Other than several monthly community service projects headed by Chip Taylor, the brothers of Vance Hall and, at times,even more from the graduates. It has not stopped here, however, as that end marked the beginning for a better and revitalized Epsilon chapter. Unforturutely, the last OWL was published just after we were placed on Trusteeship. Therefore, please permit me to update you on at least the past year. Soon after the 1988 Cabinet took office. Spring Rush began and was quite suc cessful,seven men entered our brotherhood.The brothers of Epsilon then hosted the 1988 Section VII Convention. Dele gates from all chapters in our section attended and partici pated in the informative meetings and social events.Accord ing to Marvin Carver, the convention was a success as the other chapters marveled over Epsilon's renovations. Late Spring featured a great FIJI Island and our second annual Faculty Cookout with the Tri-Delts. With a year's experience behind us,the cookout wenta little smoother and had a better turnout of faculty. It was, of course, strategically planned before finals. In mid-August Chris Hunter, Bret Batchelder and I flew to Denver to attend the 140th Ekklesia. The trip was well worth the time and effort. As delegates we cast critical votes on several important amendments,gained valuable babysitting time with Jeff(Brother Carver's son), and even came away with the John Templeton McCarty Award for Chapter Profi Treasurer's Report The 1988 Fall Semester marked the beginning of a new policy here at Epsilon, namely that of a mandatory prepay ment plan covering all of the semester's expenses. In past semesters, this plan has been optional with cash discounts awarded to those who prepaid. Under the current plan however, all brothers are expected to pay one lump sum at this pretty much sums up the major events of the past year. Currently Epsilon is running smoothly in all areas, espe cially social and finance. Charles Carriere served as treasurer in the Spring of 1988 and did a fine job. Bret Batchelder took over the accounting departmentfor^e FallasCharlesstepped down to work on his honor's thesis. Bret has furthered past progress as treasurer by putting the housebill and accounts on computer. In closing, I have to look back over my term as President. It has been a great honor to serve Epsilon and work with so many dedicated brothers. Whathas occurred in my three and a half years as a brother is nothing short of amazing. I only hope that this new "tradition" of excellence will continue. Personally, I want to thank all who have devoted time, money, and "self-sacrifice" to our cause. Lastly, I want to assure Pop Cashion that his decision to place Epsilon on Tmsteeship was the best—I know it was definitely his most difficult. Please permit me to. Love all my brothers. Dene Dawson Ex Officio Perge! Ofcourse, no Treasurer's Report would be complete with out a word of thanks to the graduate brothers. You, the graduate brothers, have made it possible for us to renovate and maintain the house,clear up our financial problems,and take care ofother expenses such as new chairs and tables for the dining hall, a new and much needed stereo system, and other improvements. We,the undergraduates, would like to thank you for your support! the beginning ofeach semester to cover all of the semester's expenses. This plan has worked extremely well for Epsilon because it minimizes the hassle of collecting payments and thijs, with everyone paying in advance, it also helps control Bret Batchelder aU|e lEpHtlon (Puil the accumulation of accounts receivable. With the help of graduate brother Bill Creekmuir of Peat Marwick Main and Company and of past treasurers, we have finally been able to systematically organize the responsibili ties and requirements ofthe Chapter Treasurer. The prepay ment plan solves the problem of collecting accounts while the Student Activities Fund Organization(SAFO)handles our This newsletter is published by Episilon chapter of Phi Gamma Delta for the alumni and brotherhood* Graduate brother contributions and dues are nece- sary to sustain it and are sincerely appreciated. For this reason,Epsilon urges its graduate brothers to aid the finances oftheir fraternity. At this time,graduate brother news for this ietter is also needed. Any such tax and auditing services.This enables the treasurer to spend more time keeping track ofthe daily expenses,budgeting for chapter projects, and figuring out how to save money. We currently have 46 paying members with 29 of these brothers living in the house. Furthermore,due to a strong Fall items are encouraged to be submitted to the editors. Thisincludes graduate brother news,rushrecommen dations,addresschanges,and anything else ofinterest Rush, we also have 12 new pledges. These factors have also Editor: Alex Winters helped boost the financial standing of Epsilon. to the Fi|is. Cartoons: Warren Dubose \r\nspecial Thanks To Rusty Carter for his voluntary services in producing The Owl. Upcoming Events March 15 March 27 April 3 April 7 April 22 - Faculty Cocktail with Tri-Delts Greek Week begins Carolina Wins NCAA Tournament International Mixer Fiji Island ■ O^Ss. EpsUon Gets 11 New Brothers George Thomas Barnes,Jr. - Wilson, N.C. - Sophomore Warren Spencer DuBose - Kinston, N.C. - Freshman Matthew Spencer Edwards - Raleigh, N.C. - Freshman Charles Christian Green - Raleigh, N.C. - Freshman Intramural Report John Bamhill High - Washington, N.C. - Junior Richard Bryant Homes - Raleigh, N.C. - Junior As always, Epsilon has been very active in the intramural sports realm. This year's IM Chairman is Junior John Roma Kenneth Lee Johnson - Raleigh, N.C. - Freshman Laurence Beckley Maddison, III - Raleigh, N.C. - Freshman Combsfrom Winston-Salem.Teams have been entered in the James Mahan Tanner, III - Raleigh, N.C. - Freshman Frederick Bryan Tate - Elizabethtown, N.C. - Freshman Peter Gregory Wilson - Winston-Salem, N.C. - Freshman volleyball, outdoor soccer, tennis, football and baske±>all competitions. Lang Hornthal's team,led by the 6'2" captain, captured the volleyball championship virtually uncontested. Meanwhile, the Phi Gam soccer squad, under the veteran leadership of John Combs, fought its way to the quarterfinals where it suffered a cotroversial loss to the Beta's. "We played better than we had all season in the first half, butsimply couldn't buy a goal," said Senior fullback Rob Edwards. Also losing a Welcome New Cabinet President - Joseph Sullivan Hogan - Raleigh Treasurer - James Frederick Murray - Wilmington Recording Sec. - Evander Samuel Simpson,IV - Raleigh Corresponding Sec.- Harold Alexander Winters,II- WinstonSalem Historian - John Gregory Tillery, III - Chapel Hill disappointing game, was the Fiji Express in the Men's Comp Grail Basketball Tournament Finals. According to Ronald "Scrappy" Dail,I think we played really well. We were simply outsized. Perhaps the outcome would have been more favor able ifwe had had social affiliate JeffLebo to open up the lane with his outside shooting ability." But the big news ofthe Fall sporting season was the second consecutive Men's Rec Basketball Tournament Champion ship by Phi Gam Gold. Led by Sophomore Guard Laney Orr and outside bomber Phil"U CAN'T D-ME"Hornthal,the Gold team shattered its opponents using the ominous threat ofthe Trey. "It's got to be one of the most exciting wins of my Under The Hut Scott 'FRESH" Pryzwansky says "Give me the rock" in reference to his ability to score on the backyard basket ball court. Will Joe "PROFILE" Hogan continue listening to TAVARES? Can Dean Smith lead the Heels to the "Promised Land?" career," exalted David "Spidey" Burkhardt, just moments after capturing the crown. Hopefully, the Spring semester will be equally rewarding for our aspiring athletes. With continued interest and partici pation,the Phi Gam House will remain the powerful competi tor it has worked so hard to become. John Combs IM Chairman \r\nFACULTY COCKTAIL Currently, Epsilon has a house CPA of around 2.9! While we feel this is a very favorable performance, there is always room for improvement Therefore, the tradition of holding a faculty cocktail continues this semester at Epsilon. On March 15, the Fiji's and Delta Delta Delta's will be hosting an afternoon Barb-que at Vance Hall for the students and two teachers oftheir choicsQpie event is an essential facet of the Phi Gams' constant effort to maintain good student/faculty relations. Hopefully, the turnout will be as good as it has been in the past, and the faculty will leave with a better understanding of our interest in academics. David Burkhardt Scholarship Chairman AIM ON THE SOCIAL SCENE Despite a tough year for the Heels'football squad, the Phi Gam house was a happy place to be. The year was highlighted by a rare appearance by the chanting Hari Krishna's, the ever-cheeay Alfred E. Newman, and, of course, Joe Hogan, at the annual Halloween Bash. The rest of the semester was brightened by the bevy oflovely new Lit'l Sisters, whose presence at the various social functions was never in question. In December,the Mighty Majors kept the Brothers dancing until late in the night with their unique blend offunk and rap at the Pledge Formal. In fact, they were so loud that several people working at the nearby Masse' Lounge called to compliment the band on their fine performance!But wait,there was more!The Christmas Cocktail was nothing less than jolly, with many a carol to be heard and a mural featuring Granny. Certainly, it would be difficult to top a semesterso replete with good times. But to meet the challenge is a worthy duo ofSmith and Pushulzky, who started off the spring with a great Super Bowl/ Bud Bowl party. Also, the bands for Fiji Island have already been booked and are busy polishing their shows. Mellow Madness, a hard funk band (and, coincidentally, related to Brother Plansky) will entertain on Friday night. Saturday will showcase an irie band from Jamaica called Peace and Love of Mind. Hopefully, these plans will be enhanced by an NCAA victory by associate Lebo and company. \r\nTwenty Years And Still Cookin' A Talk with the Legend As one descends the steps into the basement ofVance Hall, he immediately hears the steady beat ofrhythm and blues and soul music resonating from the kitchen.There is a man sitting in there reading his paper, occasionally singing along with the tunes. He looks up from his paper as you enter."Hook me Benny," you say."Alright, baby," is the reply from the smiling chef. It's a genuine smile and he immediately strikes up a conversation with you. This man has been doing this a long time. And yet, he's the same jovial, fun-loving man you've known since you've been a part ofPhi Gam. You realize that Benjamin Thomas"B.T." Harrington is an institution in and of himself and will be here long after you leave Epsilon. This year marks B.T.'s twentieth year as a part ofPhi Gamma Delta. He came to Vance Hall in 1968 at the age of nineteen and never left. He still looks young and he still loves his work. I sat down recently to talk with B.T. about some of the more memorable moments of these twenty years. Here's the story as B.T. talks about those years as no one else could. "I guess the first thing that comes to mind is the ladies.There were some wild ones like B2and Miss Groves. They had the Pollyanna Christmas parties then, and they were always crazy. You know no girls could go past the first floor then. You had to leave the door cracked if you had a girl in your room. I remember the time one of the brothers got caught bringing a girl down the fire escape.There was hell to pay for "If only these walls could talk, the stories they would tell'. I miss sitting around with Pop. We used to sit around and he'd tell the funniest damn stories you ever heard. Nice bottle of Rebel Yell was always there for us too." "You know the parties start later now.The cocktails used to start at eight o'clock sharp." Speaking of cocktails B.T. still enjoys a belt every now and then. One never knows when B.T. will approach him and ask in a very polite tone, "You have a cocktail for me?" However, B.T. is a married man now and this has cut into his unceasing celebration oflife to some extent. On the subject of marriage B.T. had these words of wisdom""Marriage is wonderful. It ain't easy, but I'm happy. But, I still say you don't have to own a dairy to get a glass of milk." Could anyone have said it better? B.T. said he likes the way things are going for Epsilon now. "Things are running smoother. If we didn't have Rosemary, this place would look like the Zeta Psi house in two years." Things are looking good for B.T. and Epsilon. He misses the old guys and wishes they would come around more. "I love football Saturdays because I get to see all those guys I don't see much anymore. Pig Dinner is my favorite thing though. This year I want to see the biggest turnout ever. I want everyone that's graduated since I've been here to try and make it to^Chapel Hill that weekend. I want to do some reminiscing "It's better to cheat than repeat'. As B.T. was searching for B.T. represents a steady pillar supporting Vance Hall, allowing Epsilon to continue to be the unique experience for college men that it should be. So, the next time you're here and spot B.T., walk up to him, pat him on the back, and say, stories he paused,"There are so many things. Like Pop says. "Benny, do you want a cocktail?" that one." "Then there was the 'Flying Wedge'.Some boys started it at another house, but it caught on everywhere. The motto was Vance Hall Is looking better than ever.Just recently new tables and chairs were purchased for use In the dining area. Also,the 1988 Spring pledges purchased a bran^^ew television setfor the house,as their pledge project The brothers have certainly enjoyed this new luxury. Another Improvement on the house has been the Installation of new Greek letters. The new letters are cast Iron and Irremovable since letters In the past have been stolen. These new letters should be around for many years to come. So, as you can see the Phi Gamma Delta house and grounds are looking great and will only continue to look better in the future. Ronnie Dall Chris Hunter 1988 \r\nFof ri In. FitUl ji The Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta 108 W.Cameron Avenue Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Chapel HUl, N.C. Permit No. 222 Address Correction Requested APR 19 f!iA7nmr @f ^mm MUk INfl^^lteiSAIL NEADQPMfiRS