vA/a[7as|n UmEHiWIFU PSI PHI GAmmA DELTA OIABASH WINTER 1984 EVANS CHAIRS UTILITY STUDY COMMITTEE PSI INITIATES C. E. BLACKWELL, CLASS OF 1938 On March 12 of this year, the brothers DANIEL F. EVANS '44 WABASH COLLEGE TREASURER of Psi will witness a rare event. C.E. Blackwell, a Wabash freshman in 1938, will become a Phi Gam. Blackwell was a Fiji pledge during the fall semester of '38. For health reasons, Indiana Governor Robert Orr has an nounced that Daniel F. Evans '44, treasurer of Wabash College, has been from Harvard University. He has been a member of the Wabash College Board of named Chairman of a Committee on In Trustees since 1964. In 1975 he retired as chairman and chief executive officer of L.S diana s Utility Future. Ayers and Co. and has since served as the The committee will conduct a com prehensive review of the state laws treasurer of Wabash College. Brother relating to the regulation of utilities. The Evans was most active in Psi's affairs in the '60's when he served as a trustee of committee will be assisted by two panels, the alumni association. one headed by Crawfordsville attorney. Warren Shearer, who is also a graduate of Wabash and has been the acting presi dent, dean, and chairman of the economics department at Wabash. Brother Evan's committee will make its recommendations to Governor Orr by December 1, 1984 on how to modernize utility regulation in Indiana. The commit tee is expected to cause the 1985 General Assembly to change the laws following through on their recommendations. Brother Evans has had a long and full history in the field of economics. He was graduated from Wabash and received a Master of Business Administration degree The undergraduate chapter extends its congratulations and wishes of success to Brother Evans and his committee. IN THIS ISSUE he was forced to leave the fraternity and the college. Blackwell's untimely depar ture occurred after Hell Week, so even though he had completed pledge training, C.E. Blackwell was never initiated. Little was heard from Blackwell until last year, when he began to correspond with the fraternity and to express an in terest in being initiated into the fraternity he had pledged some forty-five years before. With the aid of the International fraternity, the wish is about to be granted. International Headquarters re quired Blackwell to secure references from two of his pledge brothers, testimonies of his service as a Fiji Pledge. Also required for Blackwell's initiation were consent of Section Chief, John "Psi Abandons Pledge Training" page 3 Culley; Purple Legionaire, Phillip Mikesell; and a majority of Psi's active Psi Sponsors Bed Race chapter. for Muscular Dystrophy met, C.E. Blackwell, Phi Gamma Delta's All these requirements having been page 4 oldest pledge, will finally be iniated on the twelfth of March, 1984. \r\nPage 2 Little Giant Fiji Is Psi Down the Tubes? ...a letter from the editor The answer to thot question Is a hear ty "NO"! With the election of the new cabinet Psi enters a new year and a new era. This is truly a new era for Psi, because the installation of the new of FROM THE TOP. The President's Message Brothers, Greetings from Psi! animate objects has been kept to a minimum. It is a pleasure to report that, in this chapter and the "renaissance" of the The semester appears to have started addition to this physical status of on a sound footing. The Betas, bless their wellness, Psi is experiencing souls, have given us ample motivation philosophical and psychological happiness Psi legacy. The past two or three years academically by topping our aggregate and well-being which has been absent, as and the scandals which almost rocked this house to its foundations ore over, but G.P.A. by a mere .06 points, a gap which I have perceived, since my freshman year. ficers, like the initiation of the class of 1987, marks the end of troubled times for truly is, and how crucial it is that every we feel with confidence we con close this The Brothers seem not only tolerant, but semester. In addition, one-third of our more spiritually "in tune" with each other, pledge class made Dean's list for the fall and the Chapter, as an entity, is experien semester - a considerable, and admirable, cing a priceless improvement following accomplishment. our harrowing, almost nightmarish so member who walked or walks through these halls needs to work to maintain this you're reading this we will have, God will they hove proved that Psi has and will prevail. Let the year 1983 stand out in our minds as a symbol of how frail our order legacy. The new year has brought a new editor for this paper. It has long been a tradition that this paper is a polemic way of reaching our graduates. Unfortunately, Speaking of pledges, by the time journ through tension and dissention last Class of '87 into Brotherhood in Phi Gam ma Delta. The new pledge education pro newsletters of this sort often become the Brothers of Psi functioned excep tionally well for both Brothers and Pledges and seemed to provide evidence ter how silly or insignificant those may be. I promise to try to keep that from happen ing with the LITTLE GIANT FIJI. We will try to be honest about what is really happen ing around here as well as to report infor mation which is important to you, the graduates. None of this, however, can happen without your support, your writing us and letting us know what you're doing, what concerns and interests you may this hope that I remain gram requested by the International Fraternity and subsequently enacted by smug and complacently trite as a chapter revels in its laurels and successes no mat year. We strive onward with the hope that ing, initiated nineteen young men of the we can maintain this spirit, and it is with Yours Fraternally, that discipline and humanistic idealism can be acquired without traumatic tissue damage or psychological slaughter. Quite a breakthrough, indeed Pergel Kyle Carr The trappings of fraternal living have been outstanding at Psi this year; that is, the house structure is well, the "new old Steinway is beautiful, the parties have been carnally fulfilling, (or something like that), and damage to both animate and in have about your fraternity and your chapter. We are honestly interested in knowing. Please take part in this legacy of Phi Gamma Delta. Send ir» you; recom mendations for Rush. Help to keep this place vital and healthy. Psi of Phi Gamma Delta is not down the tubes! It is alive and well on its way to being the best chapter on the campus and in the country. We can all say that we are "mighty glad to be a FIJI"! Yours in Pergel H. "Ralph" Chacon THE 136th EKKLESIA will be held on August 12 -August 16 in New Orleans Contact the chapter tor any information. Two Generations of Phi Gams after the Initiatiion Ceremonies. Al Strizzi (Kent State), Earl Schopp (Hanover '60J, Jim Riddle '86, Steve Huder '97, Hank Huder (Hanover '59) \r\nLittle Giant Fiji Page 3 PSI ABANDONS PLEDGE TRAINING 1983-84 has been a monumental year for pledgeship of Psi Chapter. This year's pledge class was the first not subjected to pledge training. This year's class is a pro duct of pledge education. They ore a fine example of what a constructive, positive pledge education con accomplish. Many changes have been mode in Psi's pledge program, and yet many things hove re mained the some. When Graduate Brothers visited the chapter this year and heard that several changes had been mode, they expressed concern and dissopointment for the loss of many traditions contained in the old pledge training program. I'm glad to res pond to this concern by saying that most of these traditions hove continued. Tradi tions such OS Pledge Rules, Chapel Sing, Homecoming Decs., Switch, Sea Dog, Pud ding Races, Fiji Olympics, Rookie Enter tainment, and for those graduates from recent years, traditions such as Formal Pledging at Turkey Run, and Tragedy. These are all alive and well at Psi of Phi The changes which we at Psi have ex perienced are representative of changes in pledge educations all over the country. The International Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta is taking action (as they did with us) to see to it that hazing practices are discontinued. Here at Wabash, there has been a campus-wide movement against hazing. THE BACHELOR published a series of articles this fall with the message that nearly every Fraternity on campus is tak ing steps to eliminate hazing in their pledge programs. And for good reason. The hazing of yesteryear simply does not hove a place in today's pledge eduacation program. Times change, people change, and so our outlook toward a college 8y Michael Reding '86 Pledge Educator '83-'84 within another unit rather than one unit actives and the actives can, in turn, enjoy positive relationships with the pledges. And because of this, there will not be a division of pledge classes within the ac tive chapter. There will be one Psi Chapter as opposed to the class of '84, class of '85, etc.. Some graduates have talked of that value of hazing; that it creates pledge class unity. I can testify that the class of '87 is unified and they are unified in a very positive sense. They feel good about one another and about what they can ac complish as a class. Consequently, they work well together—probably better than many classes preceding them. They do it because they honestly core about one another, not because they fear repercus sions from the active chapter. As a "pro duct" of the old system of pledge training, I can testify that I gained nothing from physical hazing that these men have not gained by alternative methods. Indiana. Representing Psi were: Kyle Carr ('85), Geoff Davis ('85), Steve Hurst ('86), Morning conferences allowed officers blems and share experiences with their comrades from other chapters. A stew luncheon followed, during which undergraduate chapter presidents presented their Beta Cup reports, and special guest, Joseph B. Carney (DePauw presented by Donald R. Mighell (Texas RUSH BEGINS within the active chapter and the pledge opposed to another unit. Pledges can talk with actives and enjoy relationships with Ramsey (lndiana'64) welcomed represen tatives for the seven Phi Gam Chapters in '50) was recognized. The day's luncheon address was '56), Past Archon. His talk, entitled "Not For College Days Alone", reminded all Brothers of the oaths of membership, ANEW class. They are no longer two parties in one of those parties. There is a division between the pledge class and the active chapter, but it is a division of one unit tion. Beta chapter president, James A. and committee chairmen to discuss pro volved. There is also a change of attitude working together for the betterment of The Beta Graduate Chapter in In dianapolis sponsored this annual conven great strides during this year. We're proud of that. We hope that you ore too. If you hove any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to write. We'd be happy to talk with you. now void of what may be declared hazing, conflict with one another, but two parties On the morning of February 4th, eight Psi Fijis packed into two tiny sports cars and set out for the Holiday Inn North in In dianapolis, sight of State Day 1984. Chris Ferris ('86), Eric Harvey ('86), and Mike Reding ('86). Delta? Hazing. Psi's pledge program is positive, productive experience for all in AT STATE DAY Freshman must change. The Psi Pledge Education Program is on a very positive track. We've made Gamma Delta. What has been lost at Phi Gamma and because of this, it is o much more WABASH REPRESENTED As Springtime neors, Psi prepares for another year of rush. No sooner hove we initiated a class, then we are looking for another to fill the places of the outgoing seniors. This year rush will be headed by a co-chairmanship, as opposed to a single rush chairman as in years past. This was done in hopes of dispensing the many duties involved in rush. The rush chairmen for this year ore Phil Dulberger, a junior, and Chris Ferris, a sophomore. The rush program itself will remain much the same as in the past. Honor Scholar Weekend, March 16-17, sacred promises to live as a Phi Gamma Delta, not simply to talk and remember Phi Gamma Delta. Afternoon roundtoble sessions allow ed each of the seven chapters discussion and re-assessment of its own goals. State Day ended with a presentation by at torney Robert D. MacGill (Indiana '78), who spoke about ways of minimizinng chapter liability in cases of contract disputes and accidental injuries. Psi's delegates thank the Indianapolis Graduate chapter for on educational dayand a well-hosted affair. will feature Casino night and other assort ments of entertainment. One change, however, is to place correspondence with incoming freshmen on a more personal level. This will be achieved by more hand written letters and occasional phone colls to interested rush guests. This year, we are hoping to take in a class of about twenty-five freshmen. Like always, any information a graduate brother may have concerning an incoming freshman will be greatly appreciated. THE FUTURE OF PHI GAMMA DELTA LIES IN ALL OUR HANDS. MAIL IN YOUR RECOMMENDA Note: Please address all rush- correspondence to Chris Ferris or Phil Dulberger TIONS FOR RUSH. \r\nPage 4 Little Giont Fiji CHAPTER SPONSORS BED RACE RESTORING A WABASH TRADITION SENIOR STUDY CAMP FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY REVIVED This year written comprehensive ex ams were postponed one week after several seniors decided to renew an old Wabash event—the senior study camp. It's been 20 years since the last study camp was held, but after encouragement by Dean McKinney and heavy recruitment by Joe Sommerville and John Ohmer, 31 seniors and myself thought we'd give it a try and hope to get some studying done. But studying was not the only thing on the agenda. On each of the three evenings, several professors travelled all the way to Trafalgar, IN and participated in discus sion with us. These discussions ranged from what we could expect from the ex ams to the co-ed issue to the threat of nuclear war. Personally I found these discussions to be the highlight of the whole weekend, and the professors themselves said thet the quality of discus sion was even better than it was 20 years ago. Having been the only FIJI at the study camp, I found a wonderful opportunity to meet and get to know some of my own classmates that the walls of fraternity houses hod previously prevented me from doing. Even though it may be a bit late, it was great that I actually got to sit down and talk with some people for the first time. There was one fellow there who left Wabash in 1978 and just now returned to finish college. He especially enjoyed the weekend because, as he said, "I feel like I The logo for the Bed Race designed by R- Chacon, 85. The second week in April of this year .1 • For this yeor s r/^re> funds will be will mark the beginning of a new tradition secured from the living in Social Service for Psi of Phi Gamma local businesses, on Delta and Wabash College—the first on- brothers of Psi. Eoc o nuol Wobosh College Muscular Dystrophy nities and three '^0 on campus nroduate nine frater- . Local Bed Race. Phi Gams have been known for of $150 to enter its e 1 strong fund raising events, such as The businesses will help to meet this Super Dance. But the Social Service Com mittee of Psi Chapter has this year laid the plans for on event to involve the entire college and the Crawfordsville communi cost by sponsoring the beds. In t^totn or is generosity, each bed will display the names of its sponsoring firms. Also, Psi Chapter is hoping to solicit additional financial support for the race from its ty Each of the nine fraternities and graduate brothers. ii„_o -nH three dormitories on campus will enter a The response from o co g really have some classmates now." In between making friends, the discussions, several games of Trivial Pur suit, and a rather brutal game of hockey on a nearly frozen lake, I did manage to get some studying done—certainly more than I would have done if I had stayed home at the FIJI House. The weekend was very beneficial, and I wish more of my classmates had attended. Hopefully the seniors that did attend will spread the good word, and next year the study camp will be even more successful. By Jim Stewart '84 bed in the race. The beds will be fitted community has been tremen ous. In our next issue. with wheels and will be propelled by four men from each living unit with one rider per bed. The entries will race in pairs along the three blocks of Main Street between Water and Washington Streets, —The Class of 1959 celebrates dicators point to a 9'"®°* success, present enthusiasrn holds un 1 t®ce ay, the new tradition will be we on 1 s way o becoming a great tradition. is even can only take place with the suppor o e Prizes will be awarded for the fastest bed graduate brothers. So we hope a you and for the most creatively designed bed. will share in our excitement an |oin us If all goes as planned, race day will begin for the Wabash College Muscular with a parade of beds through town and Dystrophy Bed Race '84. end with the Pan Hel festivities om cam Note: Send contributions to.Mike Woods, pus. Social Service Chairman. its 50th Anniversary —Mother's Weekend —Rush—How you can help. \r\nPage 5 Little Giant Fiji IVORY KEYS ARRIVE Psi received a new member this spring which comes from a long history of relationships with Phi Gams. Name? Steinway. If the name does not ring a bell, it is probably because this Steinway is a baby-grand piano which Psi just recently inherited. The piano's original owner was Leiia P. Hamilton, the mother-in-law of John P. Collett '24. Until her death in the '50's, these plans, Mr. Collett and a few other Graduate Brothers asked the college of ficials if Psi could hove the piano. The of ficials extendecd their O.K., and the piano was restored and tuned for its new resting spot. It now sits regally in our front living room with its golden finish and geniune ivory keys. With this information in mind, the next time you get on opportunity to stop Mrs. Hamilton kept the piano at her by 213 W. Jefferson St., be sure to say, "Hello" to our newest member. It may be piano after Mrs. Hamilton's death. After a little short on Fiji hospitality, but it is residence. Mr. Collett's wife inherited the the Colletts decided that the piano was charmingly long on Fiji history. By Timothy W. Oaks '86 too big and of little use to them, they donated it to the college. The piano was used for some 15-20 years at various locations of the college, and it landed its final resting spot in the office of the late Fred Enenbach. It would hove remained there if Mr. Collett hod not heard that the college had plans to pur chase new pianos. After catching wind of Juniors Mike Woods and Tim Grusenmeyer inspect the Collett piano. PLEASE CUT ON DOTTED LINE AND MAIL TO: LGF Editor Phi Gamma Delta 213 W. Jefferson Crowfordsville, IN 47933 This questionnaire will be of help in preparing the next issue of the Little Giant Fiji. Pleose take time to complete it. Thank you! Please print . Telephone . Name City. . State .City . . State Home Address Business Address Occupation . Title, if any Firm Year Graduated. . Year of Pledge Class . Offices or Committee positions held as Undergraduate. Campus Activities as an Undergraduate . Honoraries, Awards . Hobbies, Clubs, of Interests Any additional information concerning you, or another Brother , Zip, Zip \r\nPage 6 Little Giant Fiji The LITTLE GIANT FIJI is published four times a year by Psi Chapter, Phi Gamma Delta, Wabash College for the enjoyment of the alumni, undergraduate members, and friends of Psi chapter. Editor H. R. Chacon ('85) Cabinet President Treasurer Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary Historian Kyle A. Carr ('85) Stephen Hurst ('86) Ross Morburger ('86) Geoff Davis ('85) Karl Cooke ('86) Trustees of the Wabash College Phi Gamma Delta Association Robert Bracken Frankfort, Indiana Ranson Griffin Indianapolis Lonnie Thurber Crowfordsville Thomas Ristine Harry AAcNaught John Culley Indianapolis Indianapolis .Crowfordsville Croig Green M. Keith Boird Carmel Crowfordsville, Board of Chapter Advisors John Culley ('69) Section Chief Crowfordsville Phillip Mikesell ('63) Purple Legionnaire Richard Tulley ('55) Crowfordsville Crowfordsville Peteris Silins ('62) Crowfordsville Richard Campbell ('69) Indianapolis James Ayers ('63) Dudley Miller ('78) Crowfordsville Crowfordsville Psi Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION Wabash ColleKe 213 W. Jefferson Crawfordsville, Indiana 47933 Address Correction Requested 1510737D 33 MICH 1949 WILLIAM S ZERMAN 3325 LANSOO/iNE DRIVE LEXINGTON KY 40502 BULK RATE Permit No. 181 Crawfordsville, Ind.