w The Norris Fiji A Publication of Delta Xi of Phi Gamma Delta Delta Xi University of California CONGRATULATIONS NEW INITIATES Last spring, Delta Xi proudly initiated seven new Phi Gams after an educational but intensive pledge quar ter. The men are a welcome addition to the house and have demonstrated a profound respect for the tradition upon which Phi Gamma Delta is based. Foremost,their dedication during their arduous probationary period last spring truly showed this group's desire to become active members of the University of California's finest fraternity. Congratulations and welcome aboard: Gary Hein — Topanga Canyon Berne Evans — Los Angeles Dave Simonson — Orinda Tom Midura — Orinda Troy Kjos — Menio Park Brandy Hooper — Orinda Neil Santiago — Hillsborough Elliot Mainzer — San Francisco Fall 1985 DELTA XI UNDERGOES RENOVATION PROJECT After some post-finals abuse and the inevitable col lapse of a sixty-year old building, DeltaXi underwenta major facelift during the summer months of 1985. The 100,000 dollar project, overseen by Phi Gam contractor Bill Gilmore, has rendered many improvements upon the fraternity which is universally regarded as the best looking house on campus. The most notable improve ment is the installation of all-new hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, and entry commons. Also, to the delight of Mrs. Allen, the entire kitchen floor was replaced along with its understructure. The plumbing,long a problem at the house, was completely rebuilt. The classic tile roof was renovated in necessary spots, and new carpet, bedroom doors,and refinishing of walls and interior panelling completed the project. The new look of the house should help build deep pride among the members and pledges for the physical structure of Phi Gamma Delta. At the same time, our fall pledges will surely be kept busy maintaining the new look that the Delta Xi chapter house acquired this past summer. President's Letter Members of last spring's pledge class enjoy a party as Jim Wise isn't quite tall enough to make it in the picture. Though it is early in the year, we are already faced with many challenges. Chief among them is the chailenge posed by the maintenance of our beautiful home and the need for cooperation and understanding with our House Corporation. Over the summer, $106,000 was spent in the most extensive renovation of the house in recent history. The roof was completely replaced as was the hardwood floor, and cook Inez Allen enjoys a refurbished kitchen, while the 2nd floor showers work perfectly and new carpet is found every where. Yet the challenge poses itself: With the house in Delta XI Officers new condition, we must maintain it and overcome the cyclic wear and tear which has threatened the house President — Joe Gilmartin for so many years. Treasurer— Hugo Knef Recording Secretary — Steve Moreno Corresponding Secretary — Joe Hart Historian — Dave Shanahan The House Corporation and the undergraduates have come together, as brothers will, to discuss the needs of the challenge. Living habits must change. (continued on page 3) \r\nPage 2 THE NORRIS FIJI Fall 1985 Beach Trip Highlights Social Calendar As usual, the Fiji house enjoyed a very active social calendar this past year. During thefall,several pre-and post-game parties made a 2-9 footbail season at least somewhat enjoyable. Presents, the first date party of the year, kicked-off the schooi year with a bang. Un doubtedly,the highlight of the fail social schedule was a Fiji/date all-day trip to Stinson Beach. Volleybail,surf andafun bus ridemadetheday aitogethersuccessfui. The NorCai Phi Gams proved that they not oniy get prettier dates but aiso dominate in voileyball. Pizza afterward at Fiji Mike Jackson's Bungalow restaurant also made the day enjoyable. A great road trip that will have to be repeated this year. Both the Biack Diamond and White Star formals were very weii organized by some of the oider brothers, and a number of invita The official tasting group from last spring's Fiji Islander test the refreshments during the party. tional parties in which our very own band "The HiTops" highlighted the rest of the sociai season around the Fiji iodge. The military brawl was as thrilling as ever, and the Fiji Islander in April was marked by strong participation of the brothers ail week long in prepara tion of the most fun and talked-about party on the Berkeley campus. Mike Meagher and Jim Wise head up a social program which is both organized and filled with exciting parties. Delta Xi extends many thanks to the House Corpora tion and the following people who donated their time, skills, and materials this past summer in order to bring the Fiji house up to its present restored state: Mr. John Gillcrest Mr. Bill Coriett Mr. and Mrs. Bill Gilmore Mr. Darrel Henley Mr. Steve Lyon r On the way to Stinson Beach, a busload of Phi Gams pretend that they're a bunch of wild and crazy guys. This is another "return mailer." PLEASE RETURN IT! Brothers: We cire still updating our Graduate files. Your assistance in filling out this questionnaire and returning it to the chapter as soon as possible would be greatly appreciated. Year: Full name: Home address: Home phone Occupation: _ Business address: Business phone: Any pertinent information that would be of interest (about you, your wife, family, company, position, etc.) to your brothers that might be included in the "Norris Fiji." \r\nPages THENORRIS FIJI Fall 1985 Treasurer's Report The Delta XI chapter has started its 1985-86 financial year on solid ground. Based on an extraordinary feel ing of pride and togetherness this year by the under graduate brotherhood, we have decided to implement a policy of "optional housebill payments." Under this new format, each undergraduate member, instead of being required to pay for room and board, will have the pleasure of donating to the chapter. These donations can be of any amount. We only ask the brothers to give what they feel from the heart. In terms of actual cash receipts thus far, the new "DCC" Leydorf, Jim Platz and Steve Moreno were in strumental in bringing the Fiji house near to a cham pionship in Softball. Steve Crevelli and Jeff Luini cap tained an intimidating soccer team that gained its share of victories. Adding to its athletic prowess, the Fiji house placed eight players on the California Lacrosse team, and seven players on the perennial powerhouse Cal Rugby team. In sum, the Fiji house proved through another sea son of competition that it is unrivaled when it comes to putting excellent on the playing field, as Phi Gams dominated in both intramural and intercollegiate sports this year. program is off to a rather slow start. However, we are expecting November and December to be boom months due to the holiday spirit. In terms of house morale, I personally have never seen the guys happier. At first the sudden increase of new stereos and wardrobes was President's Letter (continued from page 1) a bit confusing, but now I'm certain that these new purchases can be attributed to the new sense of Fiji Means to insure care and concern for the house must pride the guys have not only as a group, but as individ be implemented. And perspective has to be gained. This last point brings the issue home. uals as well. Pledge Berne Evans, reflecting on the unique financial arrangement at Phi Gamma Delta, was As each gentleman has gained entrance to the por quoted as saying, "I love this Fiji house! I can buy that tals of Phi Gamma Delta, he could not have known the new car I've always wanted and know, deep in my countless men who came before him or of the efforts heart, where it really counts, that Phi Gamma Delta is that had thus far been expended to keep our fraternal blood flowing. His pledge was immediate and consum ing, and the relevance of an earlier man's efforts does not make itself easily known. But there is a need to responsible. Hugo is doing a great job as treasurer!" As you can see,everything is going well financially at the chapter this year. We hope you can make it by the house after one of the football games this fall. GO understand that relevance, because the moment a man BEARS!!! understands that he has made himself a link in a tradi Hugo Knef Chapter treasurer tion, that he has been preceeded and will himself be followed, that moment marks the incumbent realiza Delta Xi '87 tion that a link's integrity is in providing for an unbroken Fiji's Capture Hoop Crown The highlight of the sporting season for Phi Gamma Delta occurred when Fiji's Rick Ronald, Jim Hall, and Clark Porter combined to win thethree-man basketball championship here at Gal. Claiming as his only source of motivation,"I want a T-shirt," Jim Hall led the squad in an exciting game which featured a very partisan Fiji crowd. The game was exciting for the whole house, although championships arenothing new around Delta Xi. Speaking of championships, pledge Gary Hein, along with upperclassmen Don James and Ron Zenker led the California rugby team to the national champion ship with victories over Illinois and Colorado in the final four. Hein, James and Zenker also start on the varsity football team at California. In intramurals, the Fiji house witnessed a marked increase in participation in all sports. Past president Pete Stafford led the Phi Gams to a second place finish in football and Tom chain. Thus when our House Corporation's efforts are directed solely at keeping alive a tradition which reared them and at providing such an opportunity to men who are otherwise strangers, we as undergraduates must perceive that ou r role is to cheerf u lly keep that tradition alive, too. We must perceive that this requires very modestly the upkeep of our home before anything, before the fraternity takes up the struggle of cultivating the graces of good living. Though the fraternity is much more than the buildings which house it, it is, however, nothing without a home. We embark on another year, but we do so with these things in mind. The House Corporation has completed the physical renovation of our home.Together, we now embark on the spiritual renovation. I am always hope ful. Fraternity, in its purest sense, is too good an idea to be met with failure. Brothers, behold how good it is for a brethren to dwell together in unity. President of Delta Xi of Phi Gamma Delta Joe Gilmartin \r\nPage 4 THE NORRIS FIJI Frank Norris Scholarship Fund Although no formal request for donations has been made the past two years,the "Frank Norris Scholarship Fund" is still in existence. An annual award is made to an Undergraduate Brother at the Norris Pig Dinner. You are reminded that contributions may still be made to the Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation, marked for the Frank Norris Scholarship Fund, 725 15th Street, N.W., Suite 808, Washington, D.C. 20005. The Unsung Fiji Heroes It takes much effort by all the undergraduate broth ers to make a fraternity run smoothly. At Delta Xi, 1985 has been marked by a superflous effort on the part of several brothers who dedicate their time to various important tasks around the house. The food has never been better at the lodge, and this credit goes in full to new food steward Jim "my back hurts this week" Medall. With such delicacies as potstickers, chicken mcNuggets,and fried chicken,even Bruce Sommers is putting on a little weight. Jim has the job under control Phi Gamma Delta 2395 Piedmont Avenue Fall 1985 and has shown an exceptional penchant for doing things with food. Speaking of food, a new brother has recently tackled the controversial job of lunchtime hasher. Charlie"Pee-Wee" Muller has caught thefever, and can often be seen assisting the pledges with their hashing duties in the evenings. Way to go. Chuckles! In terms of house maintenance, Tom Carhart is keeping the house in order after itssummer renovation. Recently Tom installed fire alarms in all bedrooms, enhancing one of Delta Xi's qualities: fire safety. Tom enjoys the job of house manager which he has held now for two semesters,and is finally reaching the point where he is fixing more doors than he breaks. Mike Meagher keeps the Fiji social calendar alive, implementing weeknight exchange-barbeques, sorority arobics, and some ex citing bowling parties. Mike himself is active socially, and none of his parties ever come up short. Delta Xi's fine fall pledge class is under the distinguished leader ship of Lou "Jeff" Ini, a reformed hazer who has found his niche as pledge trainer. Pete Nixon keeps up the always-busy job of sports chairman and has followed in his predecessor's footsteps quite well. Thank you to these Fiji's who give their time and skills to make Phi Gamma Delta what it truly is: a fraternity. NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #1384 Berkeley, CA 94704 BERKELEY, CA