% %% m Fijiii Omicron Deuteron Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity AT The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio April 1994 Starting Off with a Good Rush Chapter Officers By Dean Adamantidis '95, Chapter President icn I was was chosen by the Interfraternity Council elected to serve as IFC Justice. Dean Adamantidis '95 president, I knew there was one thing Unfortunately, the sub-zero temperatures got the best of us this Upper Arlington, Ohio Financial Management that I wanted to President pledges and still have one more pledge winter. Many pipes burst in our heating system, and the house was a disaster for a while, but everything was fixed in a twoweek period. We maintained focus on putting three pledge classes through in the school year, despite the weather. My first quarter as president has been a great and challenging experience for me at the Omicron Deuteron Chapter. Thanks to my excellent cabinet, my job is class to go before school is out for the a littie bit easier and the brothers are summer! The effort from the brothers in putting their time into getting this house Corresponding Secretary rush was excellent. I am proud of their accomplishments and look forward to a great spring pledge class. Another goal that I set for myself and this chapter was to see more involvement from brothers in the Greek system. I am happy to say that a couple of Fiji gendemen ran for the position of Interfraternity Judicial Committee back up to where it belongs — at the top. I am very pleased with the direction we are heading and expect a great year. Right now we are focusing on every goal that Daniel A. Swartwout'97 we set for ourselves in order to be ahead Historian of everybody else in the fall. I.et me just Jtd Sparks '97 tell you that the chapter tone is great, the brotherhood is strong, and I am pleased to be leading such a great chapter and Financial Management Justice, and that Charles S. Cloukia '96 fraternity. concentrate on the most, and that was rush. I got together with my cabinet, and we decided that we wanted to put three pledge classes through in the school year. Over winter we had an exceptional informal rush. As of now we have seven Treasurer Scott Man^hillis '96 Bainbridge, Ohio Systems Engineering Recording Secretary Matthew Corna '95 South Dennis, Mass. Hotel Management Upper Arlington, Ohio Communications Anderson, Ind. Omicron Deuteron —A Chapter Worth Your Support By Daniel A. Swartwout '97, Corresponding Secretary My first quarter as corres ponding secretary, and of being on a daunting challenge to live up to the previous cabinet, we tackled our cabinet, has been an exciting and assignment with a fresh vigor that has spread throughout the house. I, for one, was offered a lot of help by previous corresponding secretary Robert rewarding experience. Brauer '94 in terms of transition and on- While I am sure we the-job training. He helped me get a handle on the very imp>ortant all knew it would be responsibilities this position entails. The forms book is up to date, save one form, and National Headquarters is being kept up to speed on our progress through various introductory letters. My visits with Field Secretary Doug Draper have al.so been especially helpful. He has given me some ideas on how to Continued, Page 2 \r\nPage 2 April 1994 Steps to Improve Communications By Matthew E. Corna '95, Recording Secretary s the ice and snow melt around campus and the sun appears for the first time in months, the Omicron Deuteron Chapter readies itself for a much-awaited spring quarter. This winter presented our chapter with many challenges, the first of which was massive heating problems solved, I and the rest ofour cabinet focused on some ofthe goals that we set when we took our positions. The primary goal was to rush. With all the negative press associated with the Greek system, rushee numbers declined drastically on campus. Our chapter approached it by attempting to put through a third pledge class. Although we did not get enough pledges for a full class, we managed to put pins on four gentlemen, all of whom ■will be joining a spring class that will assuredly brought upon by the coldest winter in 30 be around 10 or 12, an excellent number for spring! Our new rush philosophy is 24/ years. Once the plumbing problems were 7, so we can keep rush as a year-round effort. As recording secretary, 1 tried to focus on what I thought was a pressing problem — impro'ving the communication lines within the house. Beginning the first week, I began issuing a weekly calendar of events. The calendar contains times and deadlines for such things as rush, philanthropy events and intrafraternal obligations. With a medium like this, brothers need only glance at the calendar to know what they need to do for the week. This calendar, as well as the addition of a message board by the house phone, has kept all brothers in and out of the house aware and involved of all goings-on. New Rush Tactics Employed By Jed Sparks '97, Historian s historian, 1 have focused my attention on reforming the pledge program. During the course of ^ the last two classes, the need for a standard program has become evident. pledge affairs in order and consistent for this is a feasible goal and could be all classes. accomplished next year. After making a trial run this year, we were unable to get a large enough class, but the program showed great potential. We did get five pledges from our own informal rush; they will be held over until the spring class. We Another action that has been taken to improve our pledge program is electing two permanent pledge educators, who will serve for a full year's term. In addition to these permanent positions, temporary pledge educators will be elected for each cla.ss (the number will depend on the size of the class). Only the temporary pledge feel that we learned some valuable lessons that will make the three-class system a very successful program in the future. The changes that have been made in A basic pledge handbook has been educators will be allowed to run for the created and is to be used by all classes. It includes a week-by-week summary of what needs to be accomplished and specific readings from the Purple Pilgrim permanent spots in the future. This system will ensure that there is always at least one experienced pledge educator. Probably the largest change that has the pledge program have been much needed. I believe that they ■will provide a smoother rush and a higher quality pledge class. We will continue looking for with tests to be used. This handbook been made is the addition of a winter ways to improve our pledge process. should be a great help in keeping all pledge class. We fed, as a chapter, that A Chapter Worth Your Support From Page further expand and improve my performance. I made it a goal to increase the number of letters not only to I would like to mention some of the For instance, over 25 brothers were at AE- Phi trotters cheering Fiji to a third-place fi nish. Also, everyone is helping out with Nationals, but to graduate brothers as well as to local media sources. In fact, Mr. exciting developments happening at Omicron Deuteron. I am beginning to see a sense of purpose develop in the actions of all the brothers. People really have been Draper recently sent me a 36-page computer printout of all Fiji graduate working hard in the areas of rush, philanthropy and living conditions. One s^wing. We have also placed a brother in a prominent IFC position for the first time in brothers within a 30-mile radius of Ohio older brother commented that the recent recent memory. Thanks to the leadership State. This information, along with other ideas I have been developing, promises to strengthen the position of corresponding secretary into the next year. efforts in rush have been at the best he's of Shawn Blake '93 and now of Dean seen since fall of 1992. More brothers than Adamantidis '95, Omicron Deuteron is ever have been participating in house cleanups, intramurals and philanthropy. poised for greatness even as the future of the Greek system looks uncertain. Queen of Hearts, and the cleanliness of the house has definitely been on an upward Make Plans Now to Join Us at Homecoming — October 22, 1994 — OSU vs. Purdue \r\nPage 3 Buckey Fiji Update — Graduate Relations Omicron Deuteron Association Meeting — February 16, 1994 By Steve Nicol '95, Graduate Relations 'he Graduate mmk. Relations Com mittee will be continuing most of the efforts it began in the August 1993 quarter. We will also be using the energy ofour shiny new pins such as Dean Hollingsworth ofstudent life, David Strauss of Creek Affairs, and Phi Cam graduate James Tootle '65, dean of Arts and Sciences at Ohio State, are still scheduled to fill the remainder of winter toward some new quarter. These guests will be very helpful in our goal ofimproving relations with our university. Another interesting project recentiy started is the campaign of Eugene Watts ideas for the future. for U.S. Senate. Mr. Watts is a Phi Cam Winter quarter started off with the unfortunate rescheduling of our dinner witli OSU President Gordon Gee. This was due to conflicts for both parties. Pre.sident Gee's office will contact us for another date in the .spring. Gther campus repre.scntativc.s who is currently a state representative and an associate professor of history at Ofiio State. He and his chief aide, Ms. Stephanie Spencer, are using a Fiji's FOR GENE WATTS campaign in his bid for the Senate seat formerly held by retiring Senator Howard Metzenbaum. He has asked that we coordinate this effort and work with ALL other Ohio Chapters. I am eager to get this plan underway, as it will bring aU Ohio Chapters together to put another Phi Cam in the U.S. Senate and possibly set an example to Fijis across the country. We will send House Corp. regular updates on our progress. These are just the beginning ofour efforts this year. Other upcoming projects include the alumni golf tournament,a fund raiser and a different newsletter for our more local alumni. We will provide the details as they are made available to us. Philanthropy a Priority By J. P. Murphy '95, Philanthropy Chairman This has been a ■ Ballroom of the I^ Ohio Union. It was I mk very exciting to see participated in the pageant. All of the sponsors from last year agreed to participate again this year, which is a good indication of the pageant's success. Aside from Queen of Hearts, the brothers have been highly active in the philanthropy events held by sororities. Since the last house corporation meeting, the brothers have participated in the 1 the result of all the annual AE-Phi Trotters basketball dates. tournament. Our team made it into the I am very excited and optimistic about the upcoming philanthropy events, and proud of the accomplishments very busy ti me of the year for mc. Queen of Hearts was held on February 22 in the West hard work. The emcee for the event was Terri Sullivan from WSYX Channel 6 News. Ms. Sullivan is the weekend anchor also from Channel 6, was one of the "final four" before losing in the semifinals. We have also participated in Delta Gamma Anchor Splash and are looking forward to the Kappa Delta judges. This year 11 sororities Slapshot. person at Channel 6. Bob Hetherington, At the end of last quarter, we held a Christmas date party. Twenty under privileged children from a day care center arrived at the house where presents were delivered by Santa Claus. Cookies and punch were served as the children played with their new toys. The entire evening was a big success and a great time was had by the children, the brothers and their already behind the brothers of Fiji. Scholarship Update By Judson Taylor '96 The start ofwinter quarter has brought As for projects ju.st completed, the house has put together a scholarship room. the undergraduate chapter back with a strong outlook on achieving good grades. In this room are two recendy purchased for class, especially during these cold winter mornings. In addition, a scholarship dinner has been planned for brothers whose CPA Many brothers have dedicated themselves computers with all new software as well as exceeds 3.5 for the previous quarter. to bettering last year's grades and to raising the house CPA this quarter. We hope this .several areas in which to study. Also, signs have been put up on each floor telling the brothers when everyone has to be up for his first class. This helps everyone get up enthusiasm will carry over in helping the pledges to do their best. These combined efforts should lead to a very successful winter quarter with many more to follow. Fill out and return the enclosed newsform. We want to hear from you! \r\nApril 1994 Retired for the past three years, William D. Kientz '47(2670 Edington Rd., Columbus, OH 43221) has been busy with his farm, woodworking, travel and his family. He and his wife, Jean, have two sons, two daughters-in-law and four grandchildren, all living in Columbus. Bill would enjoy hearing from old Phi Gary J. Cook '58 has retired after 35 years with Rockwell International, the last five of which were spent contributing to the U.S. space program. Gary, his wife, Suzanne, and their daughter, Tracey, have returned to Ohio and are enjoying their small horse farm. Their new address: 3400 Walker Rd., Hilliard, OH 43026. Gamma Delta friends. Richard F. Martin '49(1117 Brittany Hills Dr., Dayton, OH 45459),a retired C.P.A., sees John and Tom LaufersweUer '53 regularly and occasionally sees A1 Issleib '49. After his retirement in August, Robert C. Kier '55 (2078 Ayershire Ln., Myrtle Beach, SC 29575) moved from Cincinnati to Myrtle Beach. He has been in contact with Dick Ernst'54, Chalk Detmer '55, Wern AvrU '55 and Norm and was named Man of the Year by the Leukemia Society. He is also a Young Life leader at the Upper Arlington High School. With his promotion at the Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., Robert F.Murphy '91 is now manager of the Kansas territory and responsible for passenger, light truck and John E. Gibson '75 (2104 Brookhurst medium truck tire sales for the entire Ave., Columbus, OH 43229), president of JEG Associates, has joined the state. Bob has relocated from Findlay, Westerville Kiwanis. In September, William J. Bichsel HI '82 (353 N. Broadway St., New Philadelphia, OH 44663) welcomed the arrival of his third child, Joshua. William is vice president and director of operations for the Goshen Dairy Co. Pope '55. A personal financial planner, Dwight K. Montgomery '84(4874 Drayton Rd., The chairman of the board ofInvestment IDS Financial Services. Ohio, to 2200 S. Rock Rd., Apt. 1508, Wichita, KS 67207. John Iverson Pritchard '92(6591 Reflection Dr., #103, San Diego, CA 92124) is a district manager for Johnstone Supply. He and Sarah McCormick, a former Fiji Island Queen, are planning to be married in July 1994. Hilliard, OH 43026) is associated with Resources Inc., Howard R. Brehmer '57(4788 Shire Ridge Rd. E., Hilliard, OH 43026) writes that his company is expanding operations into the Florida area in Conjunction with Scott Hermey '67 and will open offices in Tampa and Charles M. Greenlee '89 (2214 Fishinger Rd., Upper Arlington, OH 43221) has taken a position with Smith Barney Shearson. "Chip" was elected president of the Upper Arlington Jaycees We regret to inform you of the death of Spence T. Davies '48 (11/24/93). Phi Gamma Delta mourns his passing and extends condolences to his family and friends. Fort Myers. Planning a Reunion? Where are They? We can help ... Before the reunion by supplying you with: • A list of graduate brothers from your class or era. • A set of mailing labels for the above list. • Publicity in the Buckeye Fiji, if you let us know far enough in advance. After the reunion by publishing: • Your write-up of the event. • Some of the many photos that you took at the reunion.(Your photos will be reproduced without alteration and returned to you upon request. Please be sure to identify those in photo from left to right.) Just mail your reunion information and photos to the Graduate Records Office, Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, P.O. Box 361303, Columbus, OH 43236-1303, Attention: Special Features Editor. There are many brothers who are not receiving the Buckeye Fiji newsletter or any other mailings, including home coming. On the back of the enclosed newsform is a list of our "lost" brothers. We would like to establish communications with them. If you know the whereabouts of any of these brothers, please help us and send the requested information. Space is provided on the back of the newsform for correct addresses. Thank you!