Potpourri Pg.2 Fall 1985 iL GRADUATE RELATIONS — A BUSY AGENDA This fall semester initiates the start of a busy agenda in the department of graduate relations. A Graduate barbeque kicked off the line-up of events followed by the very successful Homecoming on October 5, a Graduate dinner planned for the end of October, and the yearly Smoker to be held on November 15. I would like to take this opportunity to invite you all to the Fall Smoker. As Graduate Relations chairman, my main goal is to narrow the gap between the undergraduates and the graduates. Strong rela tions with Graduate Brothers is crucial in the operation of a successtul chapter. Aside from the many events planned for this semester, all Fiji Brothers are invited to the house anytime for lunch, dinner, or just to visit. The Brothers of the Xi Deuteron Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta have always appreciated input from our Graduate Brothers and always will. This semester will only prove to carry on this great tradition. President's Letter This Fall has seen Xi Deuteron return a stronger Chapter than at any time in current memory. Excitement about the House is ram pant, and the hopes of the Brothers soar high in anticipation of the coming semester. The energy and enthusiasm which a full l iouse bestows are beyond measure, and never has the outlook been better for a successful year. With 29 live in Brothers — including 6 recently returned Fiji Academy delegates, we hope to accomplish many of the things that we have failed to in the past, as well as to con tinually build on the strengths which won us the John Templeton McCarty Award for Chapter Efficiency. One of the most important steps we have taken this Fall is the Perge! Fraternally, Byron Selman '88 institution of a mandatory board plan for all the live-in Brothers. It is inspiring to hear the voices of thirty men raised in the singing of the Doxology, and more important discussion is held here than in any other Chapter setting. We plan to begin inviting graduate Brothers and faculty members over for dinner on a weekly basis, Don't Forget: as well as hold a formal Graduate-Faculty Dinner in October. I PIG DINNER look forward to seeing many of you in the coming semester. Further, the arrival of our Field Secretary, Paul Davis — Oregon State '85, did much to enhance the Brother's return to the Chapter house. Beyond meeting with all the Brothers, Paul also held a mini rush clinic for the new initiates which we hope Chapter Officers Michael Dyer, '86 President Douglas Taylor, '85 Thomas Glennon, '87 Scott Vandame, '87 Treasurer Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary Michael Jones, '86 Historian House Corp. will begin yielding great benefits this Fall. The initiative that Paul's visit supplied will be felt well into the following years as plans and ideas planted by him come to fruition. The most serious dilemma facing Xi Deuteron this Fall was a continuing receiveables problem. Through the aid and advice of the BCA and the word of many Brothers, we have reduced our outstanding receiveables by 4/5 and have instituted a much stricter payment schedule. This added financial security should soon become evident in many house improvements and an in creasing number of graduate social events. John H. Lathe, '44 Vice President Thomas J. Puette, '65 Secretary Robert W. Niebaum, '69 Treasurer One of the continuing success stories here at Xi Deuteron over the past semesters has been our steady improvement in the area of House scholarship. This semester past saw the Chapter move into seventh place among the campus fraternities, up from last place just two semesters ago. We also placed twelve men on the Dean's list —congratulations Brothers! Also, as an adjunct to our BCA rush program, we have offered two one-hundred dollar book scholarships to all incoming freshmen. We hope to see our suc cesses continue this semester and into future years. Jay Gray, '52 Don Arnold, '61 Another area of great success this past Spring was the Fiji Run- Michael Ciancone, '83 David Pratt, '83 Steven Cunningham PL '74 for-the-Heart. We raised in excess of $400 for the American Heart Association. This Fall, we served as volunteers forthe Hear- tathon Half-Marathon and October 2 saw the Fijis again return downtown in the guise ofSanta Claus to distribute leaflets for the Association. This year we hope to further increase our activities and hopefully take part in the Fiji Bicycle relay between the chapters in the U.S. and Canada. Remember the Smoker Nov. 15 Rush, as always, is a key to the continuing success here at Xi Deuteron, By the time you receive this, we hope to have pledged 10-12 men to the chapter. This semester we have instituted (continued on pg. 3) \r\nPotpourri Pg.3 Fall 1985 Treasurers Report (continued from pg. 2) several dry rush events and have worked closely with David Shields, Director of Creek Life for CWRU, in setting guidelines for the Spring semester as to the direction of rush in the future. As my term draws to a close, I forget the petty problems and remember only the good. Phi Gamma Delta is truly not for col lege days alone, and it has only been through the active support and input of the area graduates that we have been able to make the strides which we have. I look forward to the day when I, too, am able to make a contribution to the great tradition that is Phi Gamma Delta. I am happy to report that the Xi Deuteron Chapter recently completed one of the most financially successful semesters in re cent memory. In fact, the chapter made a small profit last semester because the chaoter and house expenses were less than expected. We, the cabinet, are looking forward to an even better semester this year because of the increased number of brothers living in the house. We have planned to use this money in a number of ways, including helping our House Corporation pay for a display case for Gamma, our snowy white owl. The Xi Deuteron Building Association has also taken advantage Perge! of our increased membership by raisingour rent 40%. We expect Fraternally, Michael Dyer this extra money will be used for badly needed repairs for the house. Continousgenerous contributionsto the Sutter Fund, will also help insure adequate maintenance of the house in the future. I have appointed brothers Timothy South, '87 and Matthew VonDuhn, '88 assistant treasurers. With their help, I expect to XI DEUTERON — MOVING FORWARD Fall 1985 at Xi Deuteron is beginning with a lot of momentum, promising to be a great year for the chapter. The house is only short of capacity with 29 brothers in, and 5 out of house brothers. A board plan which has been implemented this fall promises not only to add inches to each brothers waist, but also to nurture the fraternal experience at Xi Deuteron. Significant strides have been made in the areas of chapter finance and scholastic achievment. Last semester the brothers placed among the top half of mens continue filing our forms to International on timeand to keep our books accurate and up-to-date. I would also like to take this op portunity to thank our Purple Legionaire Stephen P. Cunn ingham, Miami '74, for the invaluable assistance he has offered me during the course of my term as treasurer. Ialsowantto thank all of the graduate brothers who havegenerously donated money to the chapter in the past year. Your support Is greatly ap preciated. Perge! fraternities with a high CPA and 12 men on the Dean's List. Fall Fraternally rush was well planned and effectively run by Timothy South, '87, this years rush chairman. This should result in at least 15 quality Douglas C.A. Taylor Chapter Treasurer men being initiated during 1985-86. The chapter was again paid an early visit by our field secretary Paul Davis. Paul was impressed by the improvements that have been made in the last year and with the attitude present in the ac tive chapter. Paul had very little concern for the operation of the chapter, but was concerned about the extent of participation by brothers. Flowever, I do not see this as a major problem as the brothers go about carrying out their plans for the current year. Fall Pledges Chris Blasko, '89 Ed McCormick, '89 Don Cady, '88 Jon Schindler, '88 Paul Cordts, '89 Todd Sherer, '88 couraged with the way the cabinet and committee chairmen are Fred Goodwin, '89 Doug Taylor, '89 administering the affairs of the chapter. Matt Kosior, '89 Dan Turner, '89 The Board of Chapter Advisors continues to be active meeting with the cabinet on a regular basis throughout the year. We have Todd Lockemer, '89 Leadership within the cabinet continues to be strong. I am en not been without differences of opinion, but interaction between the BCA and the cabinet has been productive providing infor mative discussions in all areas of chapter operation. The chapter is making an attempt this fall to increase the number of active BCA members. Any graduate that is interested in participating can obtain more information by calling Scott VanDame at the chapter house; the number is 229-5851. Editing Staff James McDougal, '87 This past year has been a rewarding one for me as I have work ed with the brothers. I look forward to this year and hope that all the graduates will take the opportunity to visit the chapter house either for a scheduled graduate fuction or just a visit. Perge! Fraternally Steven P. Cunningham Purple Legionaire Dan McCarthy, '86 Tom Carr, '88 \r\nPg.4 Potpourri GRADUATE SPOTLIGHT .. .An Interview with Mitchell Henn Fall 1985 Special thanks go to Brother Mitch Henn who helped organize this years event. We look forward to seeing even more of you neKt year. Graduate support is perhaps the most crucial aspect of Phi Gamma Delta, and few people have shown this more than Brother Mitchell 1. Henn. From his generous donations to the Sutter Fund to his organization of the highly successful Fraternally Steve Noto, '88 Homecoming event, Mitch has shown that he truly believes that "Phi Ganima Delta is not for college days alone." Brother Henn served as Corresponding Secretary and Treasurer before graduating from Western Reserve University in 1972. He was also elected as the President of his Junior Class, while an undergraduate, and was the Treasurer of his dental school at Ohio State. Mitch has many fond memories of his days as a' Fiji undergraduate, but the one that stands out in his mind is the intermural football championship during his Junior year. Even though the Fiji team lost, there was a big celebration iciuding a case of Cold Duck and one of John Denson's specialties. Chicken Fiji Academy The first summer of college means a lot of things to a new sophmore. It's the first time one can just sit back and take a real rest from the grind of school. However, for 6 brothers, this sum mer meant school was again in session at Fiji Academy. Jubilee. Brother Henn is a firm believer in the strength and unity of a pledge class. He feels that the pledging period brings "togetherness and prepares you for life." Brother Henn was for tunate enough to have been a pledge when the Ekklesia was held The 19th Fiji Academy was held at Ohio State University. Over 600 Fijis from all across the United States and Canada met for this biannual convention. When we first arrived in Columbus, the brothers we were sup posed to meet hadn't arrived yet, but we certainly didn't feel in Cleveland. The sense of brotherhood present at this interna tional convention did much to influence his strong feelings for alone. We instantly met many different brothers who greeted us our fraternity. During Hell Week Mithch's pledge class, which consisted of 13 people, was locked in the firstfloor closet and not to White Castles Restaurant with the brothers from Colorado allowed to leave until they had each finished smoking a large cigar. He states that his class was very unified and these feelings of closeness remain with him to this day. Phi Gamma Delta has had a large influence on Mitch's life. In fact, he was introduced to his wife through a brother. Mitch and his wife Nancy live in Madison, Ohio with their three children Michele (8), Carii (6), and Jeff (4). Mitch is a family dentist and has warmly. One of the best memories from Academy was going out State University. None of the brothers from C.S.U. had ever eaten at White Castles before and were only going there because of the legends they had heard. Despite of our efforts to convince them of the gastro-intestinal damage that would occur, they pressed on, only to feel the wrath of the 39" burger. Mitch would like to take this opportunity to urge all graduates to become more involved in the fraternity. "Active graduate sup This typified the overall tone of the Fiji Academy-brotherhood. No; only did we learn in the classroom but we learned from other brothers about what life was like on different campuses. Expres sions and party ideas from the West Coast were exchanged with fads and stories from the East. It was hard to stay around the brothers from Xi Deuteron because it was so enjoyable to go out port" at all levels, from the BCA to just attending the Smoker, is with brothers from across the country. been practising for ten years. the most important thing you can offer your fraternity. The sessions lasted from 8:00 in the morning to 10:00 at night. They consisted of new approaches on rush, anti-hazing, house managment, cabinet workings, and a two day seminar on leader ship by Robert T. ('Sonny') Davis (Texas '52). All of the sessions HOMECOMING '85 were informative and when the actions are realized, will help our house boundlessly. It was a day of memories here at Xi Deuteron, as the graduate brothers returned for Homecoming Weekend. The day was off to a good start when the graduate brothers, actives and pledges gathered together for good conversation and one of John Den son'sfine meals. Aspecial guest at the house was Peter O. Clave, Archon Secretary. After brunch, much time was spent looking Every night, the Academy was capped off by most of the brothers heading off to Papa Joe's, a local bar for singing, good times, and an occasional "strip tease" done by Gary K.F. Pepper (Toronto '48). The week culminated with the Frank Norris Pig Dinner, where Archon President Robert Albin and Executive Director William Zerman spoke. through photo albums and talking about the upcoming football game. However, Case Reserve, who had the second longest win ning streak in college football, lost to Washington &Jefferson in a The total Brotherhood felt between everyone was incredible. The friends we made, the lessons we learned, and thegood times 20-13 upset. we had will never be forgotten. After the game everyone came back to the house to warm themselves by the fire and share a few drinks. Even after the Perge! disappointing loss, an exceptional time was had by all. Joseph W. Mellott, '88 \r\nPotpourri Pg.5 GRADUATE RESPONSES Henry Brainard, Class of 1922, a former Archon President, now resides in Naples Florida with his wife Frances. Henry has many fond memories of Phi Gamma Delta including working with Newton D. Baker, Bill Zerman and the installation of 63 chapters across the United States. Fall 1985 REFLECTIONS UPON GRADUATION As graduation approaches, I have begun to reflect upon the contributions my brothers and I have made to this chapter. Years from now these will all be forgotten. What will be remembered is the support my brothers and I will pledge as graduates of our fraternity. Remember Phi Gamma Delta Is not for college days alone. I hope to be able to support the BCA and the graduate chapter and I urge all other graduates of Xi Deuteron to pledge Robert A, Abele, Class of 1948, a former Phi Cam Correspon- their support to our chapter. The undergraduates needed you ding Secretary and Varsity Golf team member, would like to say hi to Ted Wood, Ed Hamilton, Bill Lingquist, and Ross Reid. Bob while you were in school and they will surely always need yoU. has "warm" memories of Xi Deuteron. Perge! Fraternally, James Merklin, '86 Erwin M. Lauffer, Class of 1949, a retired architect, would like to say hi to Harold Swax, Joe Thiel, Ted Hensge. Jeremy D. Orchin, Class of 1963, an orthodontist, would like to sayhi to the entireclass of 1961. jerry remembers jumping into an ice cold bed in the "Dorm." Michael L. Lucas, Class of 1962, a former captain of the Varsity Soccer team, would like to say hi to Phil Chall and Burwell Myers. Mike would like tosee 25 year reunions at the house each fall at Homecoming. Mike remembers Greek Week, Hudson Relays and Parties. f Norman T. Ingrassia, Class of 1962, an ownerofa computeriz ed billing service, would like to say hi to Joseph Filisko. Norman remembers a water fight that almost destroyed the house. ********** Edwin H. Smith, Class of 1930, would like to say hi to W. Rolla Price. EDITOR'S LETTER Waiter E. Lawrinson, Class of 1960, a MD, remembers when Lillian Amendala, "Big Mama", painted the house BLACK. Once again we dedicate this publication to you — the graduates of Xi Deuteron. I would like to thank all of you who fill ed out last years questionaire, and I would urge all those who Russeu Weisman, Jr., Class of 1944, a physician and former Varsity Football player, has many fond memories of Xi Deuteron didn't to please do so and return them at your convenience. The which include Hell Week. will be. ********** more graduate support we receive, the better the next Potpourri I would also like to thank all the people who helped me put William K. Kunberger, Class of 1947, a self employed Advertis together this publication. Your support was greatly appreciated. ing / Public relations person, would like to say hi to Bob Hornack. I hope you have enjoyed this issue of the Potpourri. Any sup port, advice, or ideas for next semesters issue will be greatly ap Bill remembers parties in the Outpost, and the Carriage House, with female Art School students. preciated. Perge! E.J. Sears, Class of 1948, a former member of the Varsity Swim team, would like to say hi to Ade Lathe. E.J., known as Bud, has very fond memories of Xi Deuteron. Fraternally, David Seemann, '88 Editor \r\nPg.6 Potpourri Fall 1985 DO YOU REMEMBER?? LAGNAF Mte'n XI Deuteron Chapter of Non-Profit Org. U. S. Postage Phi Gamma Delta PAID 11317 Bellflower Rd. Cleveland, Ohio Permit No. 2610 Cleveland, OH 44106 1510737B 33A MICH 1949 WILLIAM S ZERMAN 3325 LANSOOWNE DRIVE LEXINGTON KY 40502