■ ■ -'V 4 ''V>- vv^ ■'^nfe'' ''sW , •v' i FIJIUGA Kappa Deuteron Chapter ofPhi Gamma Delta Spring 1994 University of Georgia L*U«UTO^ Athens, Georgia THANK YOU BROTHERS By Cale Conley ('91) I doubt that I will ever see greater testimony to the power of the brotherhood of Kappa Deuteron as was evidenced at the 26th annual Norris Pig Dinner. In one night we raised over $25,000 in "new" contributions and saw the fulfillment of over $12,000 in pledges. In all, we raised over $38,200 in a period of three days! That money was absolutely critical to our construction efforts, but I must admit that the dollar amounts paie in comparison to what they signify. What those dollars stand for is brotherhood, goodwill, and the strong sense of belonging to a truly extraordinary organization that was tangible in the air on the evening of Pig Dinner. What we, and I emphasize WE, have accomplished in the last three years is something that cements our place among the nation's great fraternal chapters. The highlights include.... Over $300,000 in cash raised among barely over 450 graduates. The completion of a $228,000 renovation to the apartments. The finalization of a $425,000 chapter house that stands alone among those on the University of Georgia Campus. And, perhaps most significantly, proof that the ideal of persistence is not a trite saying ~ it is a characteristic of our chapter that will enable us to succeed ad infinitum. There are so many people to thank, I don't know where to begin. Of course, the steering committee was instrumental, and their recognition via Phi Gamma Delta's Distinguished Service Award was deserving. Of course, there are many others. "Class leaders" like Ira Bershad, Tom Blando and John Crowers. "Construction advisors" like Stan Lankford, Robert Henson, (see THANK YOU page 10) \r\nFIJTUGA Spring 1994 -2- I The 1994 Norris Pig Dinner By Alex Hill ('95) The 26th Anniversary Norris Pig Dinner was a huge success thanks to tremendous support from all of our graduate brothers. With over 145 graduates in attendance, we successfully raised nearly $40,000 to complete the house campaign. This was a huge accomplishment, and all the brothers were able to see the fhiits of their labors in the recently finished chapter house. We now have a facility that is worthy of the finest fraternity at UGA. This year's Pig Dimier was certainly one of the best in the history of our chapter. Former Executive Director Bill Zerman was our keynote speaker for the evening. Everyone truly enjoyed the opportunity to renew old fraternity bonds and reminisce about their days as an undergraduate at Kappa Deuteron. The evening was highlighted with a band party by Fijis own "Evergreen." It was a great event with which to open the new house. If you were not able to make this year's Pig Dinner, we sincerely hope that you will make every effort possible to be here next year. This is a ^eat weekend to get back to Athens and see brothers who you might not hav^ ept in contact with. Please drop by to see the new house whenever you are in town. It is a magnificent structure which will be treasured for years to come. Kappa Deuteron at a glance: President Willie Phalen Treasurer Brad Turner Rec. Secretary Corr. Secretary Brennan Wood Jason Hudson Randy Jessup Historian Rush Chairmen Nathan Ballard Carlton Guthrie House..! 1 .3 Cloverhurst Court Athens, GA 30605 Officers' Quarters. Editor (706)353-8282 Scott Weaver (706)546-4167 ■■.if! \r\nFTJIUGA Spring 1994 -3- Graduate Brothers in Attendance at the 1994 Norris Pig Dinner Ken Abele Michael Dendy Chris Lee Joe Surber Jimmy Adams Darren Devore Ken Longham Don Swift Ai Adamson Jae Epps Keith Mason Chad Teague Hugh Mayberry Kevin McGarty Brian Thomas Monty Allen Dale Erwin Jim Anderson Joe Fennell Greg Baker Blake Batley Barry Fleming Joseph Fleming Jim McKenzie Chris Thorpe Jeff Tumage William McKenzie Curtis Waites Steven Beard Steve Fowler Geoff Meacham Dave Watson Troy Beckett Joe Friedman Jere Morehead Tom Watson Ira Bershad Charles Gilbeau Jason Munson Scott Wayne Jeff Billips Rob Gordon Jerry Guthrie Ken Murphy Danny Neil Jay Weaver Todd Bitzer Christy Blaine Tim Hamil Chris Nichols Jay Williams Kevin Williams Brooke Whitmire Mark Bodenheim Chip Hamilton Danny Nichols Stephen Boggs Frank Hanna Scott Nichols Steve Williams Bruce Bowers Robert Hardell Todd Wilson Blake Bowmaster William Hardell Shane O'Neil Glen Owen James Wood Bill Braceweil Rob Harris Jesse Owens Wes Woolard Mark Bradshaw Steve Hathom Mike Parham John Wright Morris Bradshaw Brian Brown Rodney Hawkins Michael Hay Stephen Poole Greg Pope Jeff Brown Frank Hendrick James Purcell Andy Brumlow Robert Henson Chuck Rice Chris Brunelle Gregory Hill Michael Bryan Rick Hill Mark Richardson Len Robbins Paul Cain Ranee Cain Bill Horlock Tommy Rogers Jamey Hombuckle Jeff Rosenthal Doug Callas Steve Howard Christian Rossetti John Chambers Billy Hubbard John Hudgins Bryant Sansbury Doug Schutz Joseph Cheeley Richard Hutto Peter Shedd DJ Christian Jim Jcssee Mark Shore Will Cochran Alex Johnson Dave Slater Doug Collins Cale Conley Anthony Cook Bubba Joiner Anthony Smith Bob Cheeley Stephen Joiner Chris Smith Jim Kelly Stuart Kennedy Sammy Smith Doug Smock John Crowers Mike Kitchens Bruce Stefanson John Daniel Jim Langford Troy Lanier Clay Stoddard Steve Crawford Reg Davis David Day Henry Day Brett Lauter Thomas Strate David Strickland Ray Leake Terry Sullivan ..r- ' t ■ * " • .. 1 7t'" f. ;. . I. ' : . n \r\nFIJIUGA -4- Spring 1994 I PURPLE LEGIONNAIRE'S REPORT by Jere W. Morehead (Ga. Faculty) Because ofthe completion ofthe new house, this spring has been a rewarding time for me as the Purple Legionnaire at Kappa Deuteron. Due to the extraordinary leadership of many graduate brothers, the dream of a new house now is a reality. I know the undergraduate brothers are committed to building upon your record of excellence and striving for new achievements this next year. The undergraduate brothers have enjoyed the new house with a veiy active social calendar this spring (including a band party after Pig Dinner). Due to the capable leadership of House Manager Russ Blankenship ('96), the house has endured this busy time without any abuse. The unique structure of the house and the cooperation of the undergraduate brothers has contributed to his ability to prevent any harm during periods of high traffic flow. Russ deserves our gratitude for doing a superb job in this new position. The chapter also has been concerned with many other subjects since my last report to you. During the winter quarter, the brothers broke the Kappa Deuteron record for academic performance (dating back to 1981 when UGA began compiling such records) and posted a 3.12 overall GPA. Their closest challenger was far back with a 2.98 GPA and the closest fraternity of comparable size (SAE) was at a 2.87. Twenty-seven percent of our members also were recognized as campus leaders and we continued to dominate intramural athletic events. The chapter will end this spring by working on a new community service project with Habitat for Humanity and plans to "adopt" a local elementary school and provide a variety of support activities for the children next fall. While the conclusion of the house project naturally could lead to a time for complacency by the undergraduate brothers, I am pleased to note that has not happened. Under the able leadership of Drew Wade ('97), the chapter just completed the most comprehensive and sophisticated awards report that I have ever seen. I honestly believe that we will be a strong contender for several major awards, including the Cheney Cup, this coming August at the Ekklesia. You may recall that we placed second in last years competition for the Cheney Cup. Finally, I encourage you to contact the chapter and provide any rush recommendations you might have on exceptional high school graduates in your area that are planning to attend the University of Georgia. We are graduating this spring a number of outstanding brothers, including two Foundation Fellows and 4.0 First Honor Graduates, Paul Jones and Eric Overby. We really need your help in identifying, as early as possible, the best and the brightest young men to replace our departing seniors. Please contact our Rush Co-Chairmen, Nathan Ballard ('96) or Carlton Guthrie ('97), with aiiy recommendations and supporting information you may have on new UGA students. Have a great summer! y/ \r\nPHI GAMMA DELTA GRADUATE QUESTIONNAIRE AND RUSH INFORMATION SHEET Full Name; Today's Date: Class: _Major:_ Nickname Address: City: State: Occupation: Place of employment: Awards, promotions or job changes: Phone:( ^Zip: Offices and Activities at UGA: Other remarks, suggestions, and news: RUSH INFORMATION Name of rushee: Relation to rushee:_ Address: School: Comments on rushee: ■'t - ' ''u'' ^Phone:( )_ )_ \r\n■ v" '. '•/•.f'T ' «»fir ,'>"jt;? 7i ,>. . .- '» '. I 5w ,'V* ■ , •> ■ ■