M Well, another year is well under way here in Cache Valley and the Fiji's are doing well. My first year as Purple Legionnaire has been very enjoyable. The chapter is doing very well with the activation of 6 new brothers this year, this brings the total number of to 18, with only one j^j^other graduating this year. V7e also have a pledge class of 7 this spring. This should give The brothers have been doing very well at enforcing the risk management policy this year. There have been no major problems at the house's social functions and so far the brothers have been doing a great job of keeping all social events held at-the house under control. This number August, of the a large actives and myself are planning to attend us a total number of 24 actives this and Columbus, Ohio. Approximately 8 brothers are planning to pledges returning next year. The chapter has done very well in improving our relationships with the other greek houses and the university. The brothers living in the house have made the closet room into an office where the cabinet keeps the house records and carries on house business, i think the new office and computer that the Treasurer Steve Turner put into year's academy in attend. This should help many of the younger brothers to get new and fresh ideas on how to improve the chapter's rush and it's understanding of the formal rituals. Fraternally, Charlie F. Mondale Purple Legionnaire the office will help keep the house records more organized After the last visit from the Field Secretary, i think the house will be able to get off the "minimum expectations" list that we have been on for the last couple of years. This is one of the major stepping stones for the house to qualify TABLE OF CONTENTS P.L. Report Presidents Report Historians Report Phi 1anthropy Treasurers Report New Actives Brad. Dir. Note about the Spi ke for the loan, that the house Where are they now corporation is trying to get The New Cabinet Pledge Class from national. This loan is intended to renovate the house electrical, plrnnbing, and bathrooms, as well as some other needed repairs to the Intramurals Page Page 1 2 Page" 3 Page 4 Page Page 5 6 Page 7 Page 8 House Improvements..••Page 9 Letter from the Editor Page 10 Pig Dinner Itinerary.•• \r\nThe President For the first time, in a © long time, we will be sending a full delegation to Academy this summer. The best part is that 4 other brothers plus our P.L. Charlie Mondale will also be making the trip. This brings the total to 9 people from our chapter attending Academy. Pig Dinner is set to go and it looks to be an exceptional event. Dave Kolesky has done a fine job planning the Pig for never having attended one. The addition of an Archon to the agenda is an added bonus. Things are in full swing here at Upsilon Sigma, but it always is halfway into Spring quarter. Ttie Yioxise tias a new office and a new iavindry room tb.anlcs to the carpentry stills of a few brothers- They both are fine additions to our house and they sure mate things a lot nicer for those of us living here. The office, along with the computer that Steve Turner is fgfting us use, has really helped the cabinet teep things organized. Financially things are going extremely well, we have almost completely paid off the $4500 debt to Headguarters that we started the year off with. The best part, is that we haven't incurred any new debts during this period of time. Our accounts receivable are also looking better and continue to improve on a daily basis. Our numbers are looking a ]^ittle low, but we will only lose one graduating senior when James "The Sloth" Cline finally gets to walk across the stage. We have 7 pledges this quarter and are looking at a good, strong fall rush with 10 people already making the commitment The future is also looking up and we have a lot of plans for the house when we come back next fall. With a good showing at Academy and a bit more work on our parts we are hoping to secure a substantial loan from Internationals. The only other thing to say is, see you at the Pig. Fraternally, James A. Rawlins Chapter President \r\nyear though it will bring me closer to graduating. Fraternally, Rob Wilson Historian Philanthropy This year the Upsilon Sigma Chapter has put in over 294 total Historians Report Welcone to the house of Fiji. man hours of Philanthropy. Projects include: our annual sponsorship of the Utah Special Olympics athletes, this year we hosted twenty-five athletes for three nights during their winter games Chapter HistorianI'm currently working on the chapter history starting from competition during fall quarter. The Sherwood Hills spook alley and haunted forest was our newest philanthropic project, we participated in the beginning of the school year. In the process of sorting through files and Logan food bank by scaring the unsuspecting into dropping My name is Rob VJilson, been recently records, I've elected I * ve come as across raising food and money for the their wallets and purses. The hundreds of slides, pictures, Thanksgiving food drive racked letters, in tons of food donations for Golden old issues Soike and of the coramittee reports. All of this has created a big problem for me: hov; to organize this past history something all that makes into needy families in Cache Valley during the holiday season. The Headstart Christmas party brought joy and giggles to over 30 underprivileged kids and sense. when Santa "v/a ha Black" Claus Now the easy part to my task is typing up and shuffling av;ay shov;ed up it nearly turned into the committee reports and Golden Soikes. but that leaves a riot, but was well worth it. In February we helped the Habitat for Humanity me with hundreds of slides and organization with their annual pictures to sort through. So, what do I want you ask? Well it's very simple, I would like as many Graduate Brothers to show up to the Pig Dinner as fruit sale, unloading trucks and sorting fruit to help area last project this year was the Headstart Easter party. Though possible, so when we put on our Lee slide show the events and the would be a good time to pass on hopping around in a bunny suit, the Easter Egg hunt in the-back yard was enough to take their some of your experiences and minds off that disappointment. people can be identified- It escapades. Well, things I plan on doing in addition to my Historian responsibilities are helping Steve "Sparky" Turner this summer on some house improvement projects this year I'll make sure Sparky doesn't flood the basement this time. SiiTTiTTi'^r "=chool is a bummer this families who need shelter. Our "wa ha" Black Fraternally, Robert wasn't Wilson Historian Lee Black Philanthropy Chairman \r\nend of May. I believe that this goal will be reached- In spite of otir cash flow and expense problems, we have managed to stay current with other accountsIt is our intention that the fine work of Jeff Hansen, and the brilliant Financial Action Plan of Keith Moll's will not go to waste, but that we will climb out of our financial hole and continue upward. Some of the financial strain has been eased by fund raisers. So far this (garter, we have held four parties with local bands who are willing to work for half the door profit, Dear Brothers, I have spent the first half of this year as Assistant , a position that was created to lessen the wort load Qj^ the Treasurer and to eliminate continuity problems that have plagued us in the past. Jeff Moll (Motor Head's Xittle brother) is currently the Assistant Treasurer, and I am the new Treasurer. As of anci pur half so far i-otals about $500. We are planning to keep having other parties while staying within the guidelines of the Risk Management Program set forth by Internationals. Other types of fund-raisers are also under consideration. With financial our membership, scholarship, improving status, and we are new better looking April l5th, 1991, our debt to forward to a substantial loan the International Headquarters is down to about $500. That's down from $4509.95 at the from Internationals- V7e hope to do many major house beginning of the school year. acquire a house computer. I hope to see everyone at At our present payment rate of improvements this summer and $125 per week, we should be out the Pig Dinner, this one is of debt by early May, 1991. sure to be a blast. As always, we are Fraternally, struggling with past due house bills. Right now, they total a little over $2000. Positive action, in the form of Payment Plans, has already started to work- It is our goal to have Steve Turner Perge! Chapter Treasurer F.O.T.B. every Brother current by the Upsilon Sijma is Back!! \r\nNew Actives for 90-91 For this school year up to date, we have initiated six fine young men: one fall quarter,two for winter quarter,and three spring quarter. The first of the six was: David T. Kolesky fall quarter by himself, but still survived. The two winter quarter initiates were Lee M. Black and J. Michael Steele. The two went through with flying colors and are happy to be a part of the brotherhood. Finally, spring quarter three were initiated brotherhood, Ian into T. the Metcalf, Michael J. Mondale and L. Michael Poindexter. These three had their differences, but pulled through in unity. All six of the newly active brothers are very involved with the house and cabinet. Two of them are in the cabinet, and the four others committees. are heads of High aspirations and goals are set for the new year and we hope to see you all sooni Fraternally, James Perge' Michael Steele'94 F.O.T.B. Graduate Directory A NOTE ABOUT THE SPIKE The Graduate Directory is coming together nicely, but I the official newsletter of the still need current information Upsilon Sigma chapter of Phi on many of our Brothers. On The Pig Dinner R.S.V.P. there is a place to put all the the information I need to complete the project. Your speedy response will be appreciated so I will have this completed for the Pig Dinner. If you can not attend this years Pig don't fret. We will be sending out a news letter The Golden Spike Fiii is Gamma Delta. It is intended for sole enjoyment of the graduates of this chapter and other Fiji's across the nation. Any reproduction of this fine reading material without the expressed written consent of the brothers of the Upsilon Sigma chapter is prohibited, (if you want a copy just let us know) and order form to you so you can get yours too. The cost of the Directory will be approximatley $10.00, which is Co-editors: James M. Steele, James A. Rawlins, Steve "Sparky" Turner. a small price for such a necessity in life. Thank you from all of us at Upsilon Sigma Metcalf, for your continued support. Black, Fraternally, Perge' David T. Kolesky F.O.T.B. Contributors: Rob Wilson, Ian Nick Jeff Alfano, Roush, Lee Mike Poindexter, Charlie Mondale and Denton Wilde. \r\nWhere Are They Now is now working for the Los Angeles County Inter-Agency Richard "Munchies" Theilen Council Munchies was recently promoted to the rank of Major along with the position as Neglect. He is currently the Program Analyst and really Judge Advocate for the Eastern Division of the U.S.M.C. Munchies is now based out of Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Once again, he will be attending the Pig Dinner and giving his infeunous version of on Child Abuse and enjoys his work. Mitch is still working with Phi Gamma Delta as a member of the Long Beach Graduate Chapter and recently had the opportunity to participate in the chartering of Lambda Beta (Cal. State Long Beach). the Exiles Toast. Mark W. Deeter Mark is doing very well for himself, he owns Deeter Lighting a distribution Richard Pycior Rick is living near Kansas City. He is currently working with the U.S Postal Service as a Postal Analyst. business based out of Reno, NV. Mark says he hopes to attend William Tennent this years Pig. William is working at the Museum of Western Colorado and Bill Ruppel is now the Curator of History. to call He is still very active with Bill a little while ago and he Upsilon Sigma as our Graduate said it was the first time he has talked to anyone in years. Relations Chairman on the Board of Chapter Advisors. Bill unfoftvmatel.y cannot attend, the Pig this year, but next year he is going to give it a shot. He is now teaching Roy Irwin We had a chance Roy owns his own Furniture Distribution Business based out of Salt Lake City. He is also currently our Section Chief and is doing a outstanding job. We construction skills at a local Technical School in New Jersey. can from Don has recently retired the U.S. Army with the rank of Lt. Colonel. Don is now relaxing in the sunny San Diego area. Peter Van Orden Pete is teaching at Judge Memorial High School a private Catholic institution in Salt Lake City. He has recently been promoted to Director of Activities. Mitchell Mason Mitch wrote not thank all his help. Donald T. Chase us a letter and says he is doing fine. He 6 him enough for \r\npledge that will be Iseneficial Spring Pledge Class 1991 The spring pledge class here ah Upsilon Sigma has a loh to look up to. The previous pledge class accomplished all of their objectives, making it one of classes the better pledge in the past few to the house making us able to meet otir minimal ea^ectations for shooting for the goal of a national loan. Mason J Palmer, an electrical engineer from Tooele, Utah will be helpful around the house since he is very good with his hands. quarter consists of two returning, and five new pledges This is the pledge class that will make this chapter, and the FIJI•s the best eager to stick . with the examples of the active members future1 quarters. Our pledge class this fraternity in the upcoming Fraternally, Jeffrey S Roush in the chapter. The pledge class will be making a paddle, will be conducting fundraisers, chapter enhancement projects, and plan to become active as an entire class after this pledge period. The Denton class Tyler undeclared consists Wilde, freshman of; an from S.L.C.,Utah. Denton is looking forward to this quarters pledge class and has already marked his calendar to become active - this fall. Jeffrey S Roush, a political science major from Carmel Valley, California is waiting for the quarter to come to an end for come August fourth if Academy is willing he will plan to go through rituals there. Nicholas Joseph Alfano, a business major from Midland, Michigan will also be attending Academy for initiation there. THE NEW CABINET So for far the the new Nick holds a position on IFC There are in this years cabinet McLaughlin, a flight technician major from Layton, Utah brings year has accomplished a lot of the goals that they set out to do. for Assistant Rush. Shaun Kent cabinet 1991-92 school a lot of sure you get new faces so make to meet then at the Pig. his high CPA to the chapter and is a new comer that will help Presi dent. Upsilon Sigma back to her high Treasurer. standards. Rec". Harold Mark Miller, Sec. - James A. Rawlins - Steve A. Turner —- David T. Kolesky a aeronautics major from Boise, Idaho brings a high CPA, good Historian. attitude, and great personality Asst. Treas.- Jeff R. that us FIJI'S like to see in the house. Jason Allen Killinen, a forestry major from Fremont, California is one Corr. Sec.— J. Michael Steele —- Robert B. Wilson Moll \r\nHouse Improvements There are a number of house projects that we have needed to do for some time, but that we have not had the money to take care of due to our outstanding debt with Internationals. Hopefully, by the time you read this, that debt will be gone, and with some strong support from Graduates, we will have the The intramurals at the Upsilon Signa chapter of Phi Gairuna Delta at Utah State are on the rise. Our football team in fall quarter had a slow start, but after hard work and a lot of practice, we turned it money to do them. They include: 1) Screening all the windows and painting the trim 2) Putting a new exhaust fan in the shower room 3) Reinforcing, sanding, and weatherproofing the rail on the deck 4) Having some ominous tree around. Right quarter, now we beginning of in Spring are in the our Softball season. The first three games were snowed out, in the middle of ifpriX, G£.n you beXLeve itI? B-iorit now we are currently tiecL for second place and are looking to sake our usual late season rally. Fraternally, Nick J. Alfano 94' Intramurals Chairman branches removed from over the house 5) Putting a new floor tiles in the kitchen (the floor is buckling) 6) Getting some new exterior doors 7) Getting some new interior doors 8) Improving the bar downstairs (sink, lights, electric sockets) 9) Putting a half court for Basketball 10) Getting an expandable computer with at least 40 meg of memory to be used by cabinet and for schoolwork There are also some larger improvements that are contingent on getting a loan from Internationals, which we stand a good chance of getting, and strong graduate support. These include: 1) Rewiring the house 2) Extensive plumbing work 3) New furniture for the front room 4) Or possible expansion of housing \r\nA LETTER FROM THE EDITORS Well, let me start off by saying that I'm glad that this particuleo: edition of the Golden Spike is almost completed. When I accepted the responsibility of doing the Spike I didn't realize what an immense project that I had undertaken. I must thank all of the brothers who contributed articles (some where even on time) and those that helped with the layout. Without their help, I doubt that it would ever have gotten done. At this time, I should also apologize for it being a little on the late side. I understand that this small paper probable means a lot to you graduates, since it is the only way that you get any news about the comings and goings here at the Fiji House. With the addition of the new 5) Or acquiring a house icore equipped to handle a fraternity We plan to handle the ten smaller projects this summer, in order of importance to be decided later, as far as we have money to do them while leaving approximately $1000 for rush next fall and remaining current on our bills. The larger five options are mostly contingent upon the loan from Internationals. Graduate office, and the computer that Steve 'is letting us use, putting a SPiice together be a lot easier and a whole loi_ less time consuming. I think that we will be able to put one out every quarter with out to much pain,(this is the optimistic side of me talking here) As a whole, I think that this edition turned out OK but it would be better if we v/Gren't trying to pack a whole year, or more, into one issue. support will be one of the main determining factors that decide If there is something that you how successful we will be with shouldn't be for that matter, our house improvement plans. Perge! feel should be in the Spike, or please let me know. Hell, I Fraternally, Denton Wilde would be happy just to hear any comments about it, so if you House Manager Steve Turner get bored after reading this Chapter Treasurer F.O.T.B. edition for the tenth time, write me a short note and "send it to the Fiji House. I would love to hear from you. Fraternally, Jason Killinen Editor \r\nSaturday May 25th. -Golf Tournciment 8:30 AM. at Preston Golf Course. -Graduates will be responsible for their own Green Fees. -Cocktails will be served between 3:30 & 4:30 PM- -Dinner will begin at the Cottage at 5:00 PM. $25.00 -Beer and wine will be provided (if desired, you will have to bring hard alcohol) -The Guest speakers will be Peter Van Orden and Archon Gordon A. Elliot (B.C. 55). -During Dinner we will be having a slide show Pig Dinner Itinerary highlighting 24 years of Upsilon §ignia History. Friday May 24th. -After dinner we will gather at the House for some Poker and Gossip. _ -Jungle Ball and Barbeque for the Graduates. -Sponsored by the pledges $2.00 per hamburger. Sunday May 26th. -For the Graduates remaining in town we will organize and 10 go to Breakfast. buik rate U.S.POSTAGE PAID Pemilt #39 Logon.Utah No.4 i UPSILON SIGMA 636 E 500 N LOGAN, UT. 84321 801-753-8915 cu SUiT focksU,. L/A 7Hob0-'