ANSWERED JA," : 2 1987 TH^RINE TREE =Fljl pir ' g: IB I?./ -• -,, OMEGA .jX;,S&yuZ(^Mn~i)rmolono, me.. VOL. LXXXII UNIVERSITY OF MAINE WINTER 1987 FIJI ISLAND '86 OMEGA MU JOINS FORCES WITH MIT CHAPTER by Stephen Cosgrove '87 Arising Saturday morning, I gazed up at the sky from twenty feet above the Phoenix Lounge. The sky wasominous and gray and a dampness hung in the air. A feeling of disap- Brian Smith ('88) an. poipiwfenjt>suddenly came over me. But, I thought, nothing Fiji Island celebration, '8b'Wa*-af»-«xtravaganza to say the least. At 9 a.m., four buses left the Castle filled with Brothers, Pledges, and Little Sisters, Mu's stayed behind, guarding the remaining kegs from theft. The last trip back was very boisterous and the song "I Would Rather Be a FlJI" was heard echoing across the harbor. Although the weather did not always cooperate, FIJI that 17 kegs ^d two sororities could not remedy. FIJI Island ^'s, and Phi Beta Phi'SyBtSTfngBTshed guests included 10 M.I.T^ and Field Secretary^ave Marine ^ejourneyed to Stonineitm. wheceXe boarded Reggie's Jennifer Link, at Island '86 was truly a memorable occasion. scow, for the five-mile cruise to the island. Although the weather was chilly and damp, a loud cheer was heard when a flock of wild sheep were sighted, gazing at us from the adja cent island. Upon landing, the partying began in earnest as soon as Social Chairman Mike Klein ('87) plugged the house stereo into a Honda generator. The celebration slowed as nightime fell due to the arrival PIG DINNER APRIL 11 of wind and rain. The bonfire remained lit though, and Chap ter President Al Douville ('87) told stories about the sheep hunting party, from which he had just returned. Morning brought much calmer weather and sunshine. Reggie appeared at noon and informed us that he would have to take us back in three trips, and that the supply barge would stay till the last trip. In true fashion, the Little Sisters and sorority girls were put on the first two trips, while the Omega FIJI 24-HOUR RELAY MARATHON FEBRUARY 7-8 \r\nTHE PINETREE FIJI PAGE 2 THHgMNE TREE TIJI PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE "Crfrr.ac oh.oho, Published throughout the school year by Omega Mu of Phi Gamma Delta for its brothers and friends. Editors Contributors Photography Robert Hardy ('87) Stephen Cosgrove ('87) Alan Douviiie ('87) Stephen Cosgrove ('87) Scott Wallace ('86) Stephane Fitch ('89) Stephen Cosgrove ('87) I never thought I'd be saying this but my term as Presi dent has come to an end. Chapter Officers: President Treasurer Recording Sec. Corresponding Sec. Historian Alan Douviiie ('87) Joseph McCluskey ('87) Joseph Harnan ('87) Brian Smith ('88) Paul Heslam ('87) When I took office last year, I had no idea how chal lenging this position really is. Some of the most pressing issues my cabinet and I dealt with were the following; *Large capita! deficit *Poor scholarship among some brothers *Undergraduatelgraduate relationships *Implementation of house improvement projects House Corporation Officers: Ed Keith ('49) Bill Oliver ('55) *Rushing and overall chapter tone Thanks to an efficient cabinet and the hard work of the Purple Legionnaire: brotherhood, these problems have been resolved. Don Marden, Sr. ('58) Graduate Advisor: Jim McLellan ('83) I would especially like to thank all our graduate brothers who have made my term much easier through their support. You have certainly given meaning to the slogan "Phi Gam is not for college days alone." Graduates like yourself must always lend your support to guide the undergraduates. Board of Chapter Advisors: Chairman Members As I prepare to leave, I feel confident that my decisions Rob Leatherbee ('76) Cliff Abbott ('77) Joel Gardner ('83) Tom Hicks ('82) Jim Kane ('76) Jack MacBrayne ('69) Jon Oakes ('77) Bruce Verrill ('77) Steve Swan ('82) Dave Sposato ('74) Dave Smith ('61) Gary Jacobson ('81) Todd Jacobson ('85) Ed Keith ('49) RayAudie ('83) Stephen Perry ('83) Sean Flathers ('84) Tim Ames ('80) David Rand ('58) were sound. During my term the house witnessed much growth, and this is all I pledged when I started. To our December graduates, I wish the best of luck. May you keep your enthusiasm concerning the house and continue making us stronger in your graduate years. My term as President is not the only event to experi ence a close. Deer season is ending and several Omega Mu graduates are winning the deer hunt competition. Jeff Farnsworth ('85) bowed down an 85 lb. fawn. Before I ride off into the sunset, I must also thank our Purple Legionnaire Don Marden Sr. who helped the Omega Mu chapter more than my humble pen can properly convey. To him we owe our deepest appreciation. To the undergraduates, I leave the responsibility of running the chapter. Take the reigns and look to others for guidance. Remember that the steering is in your hands. Happy holidays and God bless. Fraternally and sincerely, Perge Aian E. Douviiie jr. ('87) Chapter President \r\nTHE PINETREE FIJI PAGE 3 LET US KNOW About Alumni Updates For Our Files And For The Pine Tree Fiji Kindly Fill Out And Return Immediately To; PHI GAMMA DELTA College Ave. ORONO, ME 04473 19, Date . Name in Full. Nickname . Occupation _ Firm ( ) Residence Address . City ( ) Business Address _ Citv . Class. check preferred mailing list Years in school Major Degree . Degree. Graduate School What fraternity offices did you hold? Married? Wife's Name Years Names and ages of children, if any Children's Colleges and Greek afRliations . Recent activities or accomplishments (civic or elective offices, awards, personal achievements, etc.) What suggestions could you make to improve the Pine Tree Fiji? Special Interests Would you be interested in speaking to the chapter on careers, value of the fraternity or anything else? DO YOU HAVE AN INTERESTING OR HUMOROUS STORY TO RELATE FROM YOUR COLLEGE DAYS? Give us details on the back side of this sheet. \r\nTHE PINETREE FIJI PAGE 4 psjinbs'H jEinSav CONFIDENTIAL RUSHING FORM Name of Rushee Home Address _ Entering as. (Frosh/Soph) College Address. Father's Name Fratemitv Affiliation Mother's Name Sororitv Affiliation Rushee's Former School His Academic Record Talents and Interests Do you know Rushee personally? If not, source of information Further Remarks Is this a courtesv recommendation? . Do not over-rate the young man recommended. It is an injustice to him and to the Chapter. Signed College and Year Your Address (City) (Street) Recommended: Yes PGD-16.'i . No Date (State) \r\nTHE PINE TREE FIJI PAGE 5 FALL '86 PLEDGE CLASS The following is a list of the Fall 1986 pledge class under the jurisdiction of pledge educator, brother Jeff Hussey ('87). YEAR OF NAME GRADUATION HOMETOWN MAJOR POSITION Math Historian William Ethan Benso '89 Mclean, Va. Timothy J. Boehmer '89 Monhegan Island, Me. Com. Scl. Treasurer Bangor, Me. Eng. Phy. House Project Thomas C. Cole '89 G. Timothy Day '90 Bangor, Me. Com. Scl. Stephane P. Fitch '89 Bangor, Me. Chem. Eng. Sean T. GUdea '90 Marblehead, Ma. Business John T. Hodgklns '90 Yarmouth, Me. Biochem. Philip D. Jackson '90 Gorham^ Me. Undecided Sean T. McCarthy '89 Kennebunkport, Me. Political Scl. Formal Matt J. Mullln '89 Farmlngton, Me. Journalism President Song Leader James E. 0 'Rellly '89 Watervllle, Me. Mech. Eng. Tech. Thomas C. H. Rogers '88 York, Me. Economics Jonathan B. Smith '90 Taunton, Ma. Political Scl. Kevin Sweeney '90 Newport, Rl Forestry Jeffrey S. Tarmy '90 Lexington, Ma. Political Sci. Secretary Social Service HOMECOMING WEEKEND '86 I New windows for Omega MuH! Thank You GradsH! From Left to Right. John Jansen ('87);Jeff Farnsworth ('85); and Brian Smith ('88). Home. Phi Gamma Delta. Where the heart lies—a hot meal, good drink and a place to sit back, relax and talk about the day's events. This is what life at the Castle is like daily. Homecoming Weekend offers this return to tradition for all Phi Gam alumni. The University of Maine Homecoming Weekend has, and always will be, a long standing tradition. But it's more than just a football game and a trip to Pat's Pizza, although this is certainly part of the "Maine tradition." Homecoming is a time to return to your alma mater, and perhaps, reflect on your own college years. How has the past affected where you are today, and where you are headed for the future? One thing is certain, as a brother of Phi Gamma Delta you have an edge, the advantage when coming to the U. Maine Homecoming Weekend. You have a place you can call home. Phi Gamma Delta. Homecoming Weekend '86, under the organization of past president Don Marden Jr., was a tremendous success. \r\nPHOTOCOPIES PAGE 6 THE PINE TREE FIJI 2 HOMECOMING CONTINUED... ALUMNI NOTES 1923 *3 A -Theodore S. Curtis is a faculty manager of athletics emeritus at the University of Maine. Brother Curtis was the chapter Purple Legionnaire for more than 30 years. Flis string of accomplishments and leader ship roles include serving as a state senator, serving as presi dent of the state YMCA organization, president of the Maine Intercollegiate Athletic Association, president of the New England Intercollegiate Association and president of the East Intercollegiate Ski Association. Brother Curtis is presently a trustee at Lee Academy and a member of a five man com mittee of the NCAA. Brother Curtis was recently initiated into the Univer sity of Maine Sports Flail of Fame. Fie is the recipient of the Rangor Daily News Award, University of Maine Black Bear From Left to Right: Todd Jacobsen ('85); Michael Donahue Award, Lee Academy Scholarship Award, Bowdoin College ('85); Scott St. Amand ('85); and Duane Pease ('84) enjoy the Award, as well as a recipient of national awards of Phi Gamma camaraderie of Homecoming. Delta. Fiji alumni responded in number and a good time was had by all. The weekend started off with a bang (ha! ha!) Friday night with a Residential Life sponsored party. The state of the chapter wasdiscussed the next morning at the Board of Chapter Advisors meeting. The rest of the day was kicked off by the Annual Flomecoming Weekend football game. A strong and organized U. Maine squad easily controlled this year's opponent, Northeastern. Flappy Hour(s) began at 4:30 and many graduate brothers showed up to socialize before being treated to an exquisitely prepared gourmet meal, complements of our illustrious chef, John Thomas. "Good, clean fun" was the rule of action as later in the evening there was a party in the base ment. He is the father of four children: Mary, 57; Edith, 55; Marion, 53; and Theodore Jr., 44. Brother Curtis and his wife, Augusta, reside at 123 Main Street, Orono, Maine. 1950 —Richard G. Lawson is Plant Engineer for the Pop Fastener Division of Emhart Corporation, 510 River Rd., Shelton, Connecticut. Brother Lawson has five children: Elizabeth, 36, Bar bara, 31; Nancy, 29; Sandra, 30; and Gary, 37. Brother Lawson and his wife, Madeline, reside at 70 Central Ave., Wolcott, Connecticut. While earning a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Dick served the Omega Mu Chapter as corresponding secre tary. Brother Lawson is now a Shriner. 1950 -A former Omega Mu Chapter President is now the Executive Editor for Guy Gannett Publishing Co., Portland, Maine. John Kemp Murphy's office is located at 390 Congress Street. He is the father of three children: Joseph, 35; Ellen, 33; and Robert, 22. Brother Murphy and family live at 21 Eastern Prome nade, Portland, Maine. 1952 From Left to Right: Eugene Cote, Hi ('81); Robert Leather- bee ('76); Michael Klein ('87);and joe Harnan ('87). The brothers of Phi Gamma Delta wish to extend our - Brother Hugo Harvey Cross is a member of the United States Professional Tennis Association and a recipient of the 20-year Service Award. Brother Cross is in his fifth year of retirement from a teaching and coaching career. His sporting talents are not limited to the court as he thanks to all the graduate brothers who attended Flomecoming 86. The motto "Not for College Days Alone" is something enjoys fishing and hunting. Brother Cross received a B.S. degree in Physical Educa we take dear to heart. You are always welcome \n your house, and we hope to see you soon coming through the doorway tion before attending Boston University for a Masters in of the Castle. Cross was the chapter sergeant of arms and he now resides with his wife of 30 years, Elsie L. Cross, at Friendship Road, Waldoborough, Maine. Sincerely, Perge Steven A. Moore ('88) Education. \r\nTHE PINETREE FIJI 1956 -John A. Nivison has served on the Winthrop Recrea tional Planning Committee, Winthrop, Maine. During his fiveyear membership. Brother Nivison helped develop a major recreational complex for the town. He also served as the Little League Umpire Coordinator. Brother Nivison Brother Ames is the Vice President of Earth Movers Incorporated. He is also the President of Ames Mobile Home Sales Incorporated. He resides at RED #2 Box 1830, Canaan, Maine with his wife, Nancy, and two-year-old son, Ryan. is a teacher and athletic director at Winslow Junior High School and a father of several children. They are: Jane, 27; John, 25; Margaret, 23; Marsha, 21; David, 20; Mary Beth, 17; and Kenneth, 14. John is a Zeta Phi at Colby College, Waterville, Maine. Jane and David both attend the University of Maine. The former house treasurer enjoys musical theater, basketball, baseball, football, and piano playing. Brother Nivison has been married 28 years to JoAnne Williams Nivison. The family resides at 4 Bowden Street, Winslow, Maine. 1957 PAGE 7 —Eben B. DeGrasse is the Marketing Committee Director for Eastman Kodak Co., 343 State Street, Rochester,New York. Brother DeGrasse enrolled in Harvard Business School 1981 —John F. Gilbert is District Manager for Coca-Cola USA. After receiving his BA degree in English, Brother Gilbert attended the University of Louisville where he earned an MBA. The former Omega Mu social chairman enjoys piloting and is the father of Haley Gilbert now 14 months of age. Brother Gilbert and his wife, Staci, live at 2755 Cottage Road, Greensboro, North Carolina. 1981 —Timothy S. Smyth will receive his MO degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine on May 11, 1986. ' Brother Smyth will continue his training in anesthesiology in Gainsville, Fla., at the University of Florida Medical Center. for extra courses after receiving a BA in Business and Econo mics at the University of Maine. As an undergraduate. Brother DeGrasse served the chap He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from the Univer sity of Maine and an MS degree from the University of Florida. He is married to Melissa Smyth. The couple resides at 202 D ter as house treasurer and house manager. He was also a member of the Sophomore Owls, Senior Skulls and was class president for two years. While with Kodak, Brother DeGrasse was president of Branson St., Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514. his professional association. Marketing Committee Executives International (1968). He is the father of one daughter, Suzanne, 16. 1967 —Raymond A. Piper is an insurance salesman for the Farm Family Insurance Company, Presque Isle, Maine. Brother Piper manages Farm Family of Aroostook with offices in Madawaska, Presque Isle, Mapleton, and Houlton. His two children are Kim, 19 and Cori, 17 who attend the University of Southern Maine. Mr. Piper has been married 1982 —Gregory C. Holmes is a tax auditor for the Massa chusetts Department of Revenue, 1019 Building, Rte. 132, Hyannis, Massachusetts. Brother Holmes and his wife, Cynthia, live at 62 Brae Burn Court, Hatchville, Massachusetts. 1983 —Matthew Smith is owner/president of the Matrix Company and holds a BS degree in Journalism and an Associ ate degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Maine. Brother Smith writes that he enjoys fly fishing and free sex. to Paula Piper for 20 years. 1983 -Raymond Audie is the morning dejay at WHYR 1969 -John R. Lothridge, Jr. is a financial products and services manager for New England Life. He was recently appointed General Agent of the 65-year-old New England Life 5:30 and 10:00, Brother Audie takes to the airwaves with a full menu of today's current hits. Audie worked at KISS agency headquartered in Boston. The firm was ranked seventh 108 FM in Boston before his Maine debut. FM 95.9, Biddeford/Saco, Maine. Every morning between nationwide in 1985. Brother Lothridge and his wife, Jane, and two children, Lisa, 16; Paul, 14 reside at 27 Kathleen Drive, Andover, Mass. 1978 -Lee F. Hammarstrom is a fisheries biologist for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Box 2595, Homer, Alaska. While an undergraduate. Brother Hammarstrom held the position of house steward. He enjoys fishing, hunting and general sports activities. He is married to Tama L. Hammar strom and the couple have a son, Sean. 1980 —Timothy Alan Ames is employed by the Earth Movers Incorporated/Ames Mobile Home Sales Inc. of Canaan, Maine. 1985 -Etienne Emmons is a car salesman for the Crepeau Motors Chrysler/AMC dealership of Kennebunk, Maine. 1985 —Edward A. "Ted" Simmons manages Rickey's Tavern, 94 Portland Street, Portland, Maine. Rickey's Tavern is a division of the Simmco Corporation. Brother Simmons played baseball for the Maine Black Bears and was the chapter intramural sports representative. He resides at 39 Mona Rd., Portland, Maine. 1986 —Richard Marston plans to set up and manage his own audio component store. He is currently looking for an area to establish a business. \r\nj ?y THE PINE TREE FIJI PAGE 8 Ui' We use the same mailing lists national headquarters does when they mail The Phi Gamma Deita magazine, so if you are not receiving mail from us, then you are also missing out on the EDITOR'S NOTES journal your membership fee paid for after you were initi Our last issue may have found many of ydu, especially ated. It is your responsibility to see to it that national head quarters has your correct address. those of you who responded to the "Let Us Know" forms last year, asking the question, "Whatever happened to grad ^ :l(i if. if. news?" The answer is there was not enough time. Homecoming this year took place on October 10. Why the university scheduled Homecoming so soon this year, I do not know. Perhaps the organizers reasoned that warmer weather in early October would be more condusive to outdoor activities. In any event, the earlier deadline left us with only four weeks since the beginning of school to write, edit, print and finance the first issue. We even used first class postage to assure prompt delivery. In short, we did the best we could in the time we had and within our budget. The real purpose, of course, was to inform you of Home coming events planned at the Castle and any other appropriate The weekend of February 7 through 8 is an important one for our annual social service project. Teams of 10 runners will don gym shorts and running shoes and circle the fieldhouse track for a period of 24 hours. Proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. Since it first began, the annual FIJI 24-Hour Relay Marathon has raised over $80,000 for cancer research. We look forward to the event which is being organized by Social Service Chairman, Mark Russell ('87). Graduate running teams are encouraged to participate this year. We urge those of you who live near the university to get a team together for our biggest sqcial service project of the year. news as soon as possible. We believe the first issue served that purpose as over 50 graduate brothers attended. We want to thank graduate brothers who did attend and On a final note, we have approximately 17 brothers those who could not make it this year are strongly encouraged to attend Pig Dinner on April 11. We want to continue to make the Pine Tree Fiji a valu able resource for alumni news, so keep those "Let Us Know" forms coming in. Also, if there is a Graduate Brother that you know of who merits attention, please notify me here at the Castle. Features which highlight extraordinary accomplishments of individual members are always welcome. If you did not receive a Pine Tree Fiji, chances are that our national headquarters office was unable to forward your new address (in the event you have moved recently). This is an increasing problem. Each year, alumni return and say they graduating this year. At the same time, our 15-member pledge class is demonstrating strong potential as future leaders of the house. We feel confident they have what it takes to continue to make the Maine chapter strong. Rush Chairman, Mike Klein ('87), has already started to organize the spring rush program. If you know of any fresh man or sophomore who would make a strong future member please notify the chapter. Fraternaiiy, Perge Robert C. Hardy ('87) haven't received mail from the house. PHI GAMMA DELTA College Avenue Orono, Maine 04473 UliO. F!l.IT£;aWITr BOABD NON-PROFIT ORG. Memorial Union U. S. POSTAGE Oiono, Maina 044^ PAID Address Correction Requested ORONO, ME, Permit No. 2 FLOI P.O. mo'iU. l^oa