Pi Sigma Chester Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta University of Pittsburgh FALL, 1978 e Pi Sigma Attends 130th Ekklesia By SCOTT SUMMA and GREGDUNLAP For three Pi Sigma undergraduates, the summer of 1978 proved more than a summer job, a few months home with the family, and a week of vacation in Wild- wood. Brothers Scott Summa ('79), Corresponding Secretary; Greg Dunlap ('80), Recording Secretary; and Mark Matthews ('80), Fall term rush chairman, attended the 130th Ekklesia of The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. These four short, but unforgettable, days in August will undoubtedly remain the most rewarding experience of their years as Brothers of piid Gamma Delta. On August 6, 1978, the Ekklesia, Phi Gamma Delta's national convention convened for the 82nd time in its 130 years of glorious history. Representatives from nearly all of the fraternity's 114 chapters were in attendance, including representa tives from the three Delta Colonies. Serving as the delegate for Pittsburgh's Omicron Graduate Chapter was Milton 'Buddy' Rogers. Buddy pledged FIJI at Pittsburgh, but later transferred to DePauw University where he graduated in 1966. Now residing in Pittsburgh, Buddy serves as President of the Omicron Chapter. The scene of the convention perhaps outdid the grandeur of the Ekklesia itself. Located at the northern tip of Michigan's main peninsula just three miles off of its coast in Lake Huron is Mackinac Island, Outgoing Archon President John Sheppard ('44) stands with Pi Sigma Ekklesia delegates Scott Summa ('79) far left, Mark Matthews ('80) second from left, and Greg Dunlap CSO) extreme right. accessible only by ferry boat or plane. Automobiles and other motor-driven vehicles are forbidden on the island. However, bicycles flood the streets, and horse-drawn carriages serve as a rather unique form of taxi transportation. Thus, the island provides a very beautiful window into the past. Undoubtedly the most glamorous feature of the island is the Grand Hotel, which served as the host of the Ekklesia. Located on a hill overlooking the island's coastal town, the Grand Hotel provides an impressive view with its stately bearing and perfectly manicured landscape. The true elegance of the world's largest sum the fraternal warmth, love, and spirit mer resort hotel is completely realized only when one enters the beautifully designed and richly decorated interior. But perhaps the most enjoyable feature of the (irand Ho*^el is its Dining Room. With a generated by the Ekklesia itself. From the Sunday evening welcome by Michigan's Governar, William G. Milliken, to the final adjournment on Thursday afternoon, the seven course menu, an army of excellent 600 of us as one. Jamaican waiters, and an entertaining dinner band with a full contingent of FIJI songs, the Phi Gam delegates truly dined in style. However, the fantastic accommodations and beautiful island could not downstage common bond of brotherhood joined some The week's activities followed a well organized, but rigorous, schedule. Each day was divided between the formal busi ness sessions and committee meetings. Each of these groups discussed a different (Continued on Page 4) \r\nPage 2 President's Report By JIM PANE 1978 UNDERGRADUATE PRESIDENT Money was the most-used word at Pi Sigma last term, as it will be for some time. Two reasons why: It is something we undergraduates haven't had by any comfortable standards until recently, and it is something we must raise in abundance to make good our pledge of $1,000 to the Pi Sigma Association (House (Corporation). That pledge, of course, is to help the graduates in their efforts toward a (Chap ter House remodeling project, which has required a $40,000 mortgage. The mort gage, to say it simply, has put a financial burden on the Pi Sigma Association; it therefore is up to the undergraduate Chapter, now that we are back on our monetary feet, to help lessen that load. Raising the $1,000 will be no problem; a raffle (organized by Mark Jennings), a dollar-per-month assessment on each active undergrad and a hoagie sale (organized by Frank Kunkel) should help us to meet our goal. We aren't stopping there, however. Other things, such as a slight rent in crease, squeezing one more tenant into the House, and having the undergraduate budget pay for both the treasurer's and president's room rather than having the Pi Sigma Association absorb one of those rents, will guarantee the graduates that much more income. As mentioned before, we are financially stable and should be able to cope with these slight inconveniences; we have a large brotherhood — we can and will manage. With all this talk of money, it is fitting to mention that our treasurer, Jake McCormick, was forced to resign because of scholastic obligations. His successor. long and hard on a new budget over the summer. Moving to a review of this past winter term — the first term in office for my cabi net and myself — nothing but success could be used to describe our efforts here at Pi Sigma. Starting with rush (Mark Uminski, winter rush chairman), we pledged 12 men — one of the largest pledge classes on campus. Our 61st Pig Dinner in February result ed in the greatest turnout (160) ever at the annual affair. From our youngest Brother, Paul Bruno, who cau^t the bnmt of things, so to speak, to Scott Conway (1916), our oldest attendee, a good time was had by all. Pig Dinner co-chairmen Joe Moran and Bob Saunders are to be congratulated. Later in the term, we proved to the University of Pittsburgh campus, and mostly to ourselves, that FUI's haven't forgotten how to participate in Greek Week. Chairman Jim O'Rourke and his many co-chairmen did a fine job. It took an overall effort by the Chapter, however, to turn in the best Greek Week showing in years; we fell two scant points short of attaining recognition for outstanding participation. We'll be back next year. Throughout the entire term, our social service and public relations committees, headed by Brian Koma, Jim Porch and Jay Macierowski, respectively, continued in the footsteps of their predecessors. Jay's parents' reception at the Chapter House and Brian and Jim's book drive for Kane Hospital are fine examples. This coming year should only draw upon the overall mood of excellence started here. The loss of last term's seniors will Bill Wallander, who was voted in at the end hurt, for as each Brother graduates, a part of us dies, but we will have the numbers of last semester by the Chapter, worked and the quality personnel to persist. HOMECOMING '78 THE UNDERGRADUATE CHAPTER INVITES ALL GRADUATE BROTHERS TO THE HOMECOMING WEEKEND, OCTOBER 21. PLEASE MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND THIS ANNUAL EVENT. REMEMBER THAT THIS IS YOUR HOUSE, TOO. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE HOUSE AFTER THE GAME. EACH BROTHER HAS A LIFE-LONG INVITATION TO ATTEND — PLEASE HONOR US WITH YOUR PRESENCE. Panther Fiji is Pi Sigma's annual undergraduate publication aimed at graduate contact. Views expressed are those of the individual editors and contributors and not necessarily those of the international headquarters of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. Editorial offices: 4725 Wallingford St., Pittsburgh, Pa. 15213. Phone: 412-682-9741. BRIAN KOMA, Editor JIM PANE, Managing Editor TIM REITMEYER, Graduate News Editor Contributors: Scott Summa, features Greg Dunlap, features Rick Rannii, features Paul Leslie, features Harry Ingram, Graduate News Returning with approximately 60 Brothers this September, Phil Gamma Delta is Pitt's largest fraternity. Keeping that in mind, our potential here is unlimited and the Brothers, I think, realize it. So many good things can be ac complished not only within our own group, but toroughout campus as well. It's nice to see so many of us become involved in outside organizations — the homecoming committee, IFC, the campus newspaper, the commuter committee. University Sen ate, IFC newsletter and others. We are now in the midst of the fall term, with the hope that it will be another -suc cessful one and also that we maintain the strong Brotherhood that took so long to build. FIJI Patch Designed For Hats By BRIAN KOMA David Blyler, Pi Sigma's acting sports wear chairman, and the person responsi ble for obtaining the chapter's FIJI jackets and shirts this year, has something new in the making. Last September, he designed a patch to be used on a golf-type hat. Since the patch has Phi Gamma Delta embroidered on it as well as the name "FIJI," a sample has been sent to Interna tional Headquarters for final approval and possible copyright procedures. A response from Lexington is expected in the near future, and the hats willhopefullybe ready for Pitt's 1978 football season. Greek Week '78 Charity Drive A Success By PETE DALONI One of the key events in every Greek Week is the charity drive. This is impor tant not only in that it shows how Greeks can work, but in how others benefit from it. This year's proceeds will aid in the fight against Muscular Dystrophy. Phi Gams were able to raise nine hundred and fifty dollars for this cause. A major source of this was an All Greek Mixer held at our house on March 4 fol Vince Schwalm, sports Dave Blyler, sportswear Pete Daloni, Charity Mike Mezmar, features, photos Bob Emanuele, House Fund lowing Greek Sing. In addition, FUI's could be found on street corners and going door to door collecting any spare change (Continued on Page 4) \r\nPage 3 Mezmar Receives Mapes Award By PAUL LESLIE ad astra in November, 1972 of a cerebral undergraduate chapter. It was presented to Mike at the 61st Frank Norris Pig hemmorhage, is honored annually by an Dinner. Brother James E. Mapes II, who passed award given in memory of our departed brother. The overall purpose of this award Mike was the past president of Pi Sigma. He was the tap chairman in our darker years. We shall remember the "ten cent a beer" nights that comprised our social is to recognize the brother who best exemplifies the constant service, dedi cation and belief in our trinity of ideals, calendar. He also served as the steward and worked with the famous Flo. Hex^rote and self sacrifice for the brotherhood. Jim was known to be a friendly and giving individual who never expected to receive payments other than friendship for the newsletter and played drums (Stix Hooper) in Greek Sing. He helped recruit women to live in the house in the summers and brotherhood. He never was elected to and served as House Manager then. an office but was recognized and respected as a silent leader within our portals. Jim Mike in a senior nurse. He will work at the Carnegie Museum's Department of was a motivator and a worker. He was everpresent, but was never the dom ineering figure in the group. Jim portrayed the ideals of brotherhood and lived with the message expressed in our Creed. Those who knew him praised Vertabrate Paleontology as a field and lab assistant for the summer before pursuing a career in Nursing. He is scheduled to go him and his efforts. His spirit and memory lives on in the brothers who know only of Previous winners of the award include: on an expedition to Wyomingto dig fossils. 1974— Tom Rodziwicz and Mike Muslin his legend. Michael Mezmar Jr. was the 1978 reci pient of the James E. Mapes II Award. The award is determined by secret vote of the Michael Mezmar Jr. 1978 Recipient of James E. Mapes II Award 1975 —Paul Leslie 1976 — Mike Hormel 1977 — Austin Jacobus Pi Sigma Remodeling Project Completed By BRIAN KOMA and to keep the flow of traffic out of the and effort that they have put into this If you were not one of the twelve second floor during open parties, which brothers who lived in the Chapter House always posed a security problem. In addition to the powder room on the project. Wehope that all of the Graduates will stop by the Houseduring Homecoming this past summer, you missed out on one of the greatest examples of brotherhood and endurance! During the last week in June, the House Remodeling sponsored by the Pi Sigma Association, got under way. By the middle of July most of the demolition work was complete, leaving the house brothers with only the small bathrooms between rooms 4 and 5 in working order, and no to see the great job that was done. first floor, the Roland McCrady Room (main living room) and the T.V. Room (Dining Room) were remodeled. The House Fund Drive McCrady Room has all new walls and ceil ing, with the fire place being resecured to its foundation. The fireplace in the T.V. Room was reopened and made opera tional. The entrance to the room was kitchen facilities at all. The brothers did moved to gain maximum wall sapce for have air conditioning though, provided by a gaping hole in the wall, in what used to be furnishings. The ceiling has been lowered and recessed spot lighting with dimmer the third floor bathroom. The bees that switches were installed. By BOB EMANUELE The Pi Sigma Association would like to thank those Brothers who have already pledged and given to the House Remodel ing Fund Drive. Your generosity and quick response to our July mailing is deeply appreciated. nested in the third floor were only a minor Safety features were an important part problem. After living under these condi tions together for more than six weeks in a mood of comradery it shows that brother hood is alive at 4725 Wallingford. As September draws to a close, the remodeling work has just been completed. Over $41,000 was spent on the improve of the remodeling. An Ansul Fire Extin guishing Unit was installed above the stove in the kitchen along with a hood ex Association, P.O. Box 1836, Pittsburgh, haust fan, to minimize the chances of a Pa. 15230. kitchen fire. Metal fire doors with panic bars were installed in both the basement exit and the fire escape on the third floor. ments and the house looks great. Both the Finally, smoke alarms were placed at second and third floor bathrooms were en strategic spots on all floors. The undergraduate chapter is thrilled with the improvements to the Phi Gamma larged, and all new fixtures installed, including two individual shower stalls in each. A powder room was added to the first floor as both a convenience to guests Delta House, and would like to thank the Pi Sigma Association for all the work, time For those brothers who have yet to re spond, it's not too late. Send your pledge with an initial check to the; Pi Sigma Remember, pledges of $1000 or more en roll you in the Black Diamond FIJI Club, with your name on a plaque in the Roland McCrady Room. A pledge of $500-$1000 or more enrolls you in the 2 Star FIJI Club, and a pledge of $100-$500 enrolls you in the 1 Star FIJI Club. Pledges are payable December 31,1981. \r\nPage 4 "The Ekklesia Will Never Be Forgotten," (Continued from Page 1) fraternity-related topic, and every FIJI in cocktail hour and the final, ceremonious banquet. After-hour social activities in attendance was assigned to one commit tee. After discussing possible reforms and changes in the realm of its subject area, cluded visits to the island's two favorite each committee submitted recommenda Pilot House. taverns — The French Outpost and The tions to the Archons in the form of a report during the general business sessions. One of the most moving moments of the business sessions was when the delegates from the Delta Colonies at Maryland and Texas A and M were informed of the Ekklesia's acceptance of them as Phi Gamma Delta's newest chapters. As one can see, the daily work of the delegate was long, tiring, but very rewarding. However, the week was not without its Perhaps the fraternity ideal is best exemplified by those that have made Phi Gamma Delta their whole life — the General Officers and Archons of the honor and a pleasure to have the op portunity to meet and converse with such knowledgeable and successful men. The Ekklesia was indeed an experience that will never be forgotten. It is here that one realizes the true meaning of Phi Gamma Delta, the ideals it supports, and the infinite satisfaction that it provides. At no other point in one's lifetime as a Phi Gam, the experience of an Ekklesia will fraternity. Our own John Sheppard (Pitt make you Mi^ty Proud To Be AFIJI. '44) is a prime example of this dedication. Serving FIJI in innumerable ways, John presided over the Ekklesia in his final days as President of the Archonate. The newly Greek Week Charity elected Archons are further proof of this (Continued from Page 2) lifetime devotion to Phi Gamma Delta. social activities. Brother Bill Sheples They include Archon President Louis A. (Ohio Wesleyan '54) provided an evening 'Bud' Mangels (Indiana '56), Archon Vice of relaxation aboard his fleet of boats. President C. James Jesse, Jr. (Virginia Brother Sheples owns and operates the '49), Archon Secretary Donald R. Mighell the citizens of Pittsburgh were willing to donate. Another method by which money was earned involved a fifty-fifty raffle. The winter pledges also were active, for (Texas '56), Archon Treasurer Robert not only did they partake in the previously official ferry transport system for the island. One afternoon was devoted to golf and DennyWatt (Washington '35),and Archon Councilors William H. Smith (Purdue '39), mentioned activities but had an additional tennis tournaments and a 'run for fun'. The JohnM. Fowler (California at Berkely '39) activity. This all totaled up to one of the last evening consisted of a pre-dinner and Anthus Smith (?). It was truly an finest showings by Pi Sigma in the charity collection for Greek Week. Graduate Corner By TIM REITMEYER Lois have a home in Hunting Ridge, South Through the efforts of Joe Pezze '72 and Harry Ingram '70, more than 20 graduate Robert Emanuele '73 is manager of the brothers plus their wives or friends sit to Births: To Russell and Kathy Ober, baby girl, Fayette Township. Lauren on April 21. To Carl and Mary Ann Luft, baby boy, Dollar Savings Bank, Crafton office. Bob gether in Section 21 for all thePitt Panther Home Football games. Why not plan on To Dave and Dede Emprey, baby girl, 1975, and at the Crafton officesince 1976. joining them for the Homecoming Game Rick Cotter and his wife Dash have against Florida State on October 21. See Katie, on May 18. To Chuck and Janie DeCarlo, baby girl, recently moved to Seattle, Washington. the exciting Panthers in action, then visit Jason Carl on May 13. has been with Dollar Savings Bank since Cara on July 6. Rick was transferred there from Malvern, with the Grhdudfey'and Undergraduates Pa., by his firm, Bigalow Carpeting. after the Game at the FIJI house. Drinks, Larry Pansino '74 moved to Harrisburg, coffee Byron Fleck to Barbara Jones this past and cookies, along with old memPa. earlier this year. Larry isjyorking as dTies will June. be served. Bring the whole Mike Saylor to Cheryl Hornack this past the P.R. man for the House of Representa family! Recent FIJI weddings: August. tives' Democrats. On the Move: Gateway Center. dergraduate's choice for Joe's replace Joseph Burke '74 has just accepted a posi ment. T. Austin Jacobus to CJiarlene Sayers this H. Milton (Buddy) Rodger, a Pi Sigma ini tiate and DePauw '66, is back in town. past Sept. Milton is a broker with Merrill Lynch in Phil Sherback Eli Rebich '72 has been promoted to Insti tutional District Manager for I^Bois tion with Traulsen and Co. inLos Angele^ Ca. Traulsen handles comme, •r.(r®^''i8cration units. Joe plans on s .andj^Jjjg'jviS Chemicals. Eli joined DuBois as a"sales- man in December of1976,. Joe Pezze ('72), Pi Sigma's Purple Legionaire since 1974 has resigned his position. Mike Senneway ('73) is the un Joe resigned his position because he felt ived top fai ty frnm tlii'. xliapto to functio uuaae . jwith them on November 1 f.-' FROM: Phi Gamma Delta % Pi Sigma Chapter 4725 Wallingford St. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 / RETURN REQUESTED 1831207W PGH 0000 30 JOHN 0 SHEPPARD JR 31 GLEN RIDGE LANE MT LEBANON PA 15228 (jsaISc