SYCAMORE FIJI CHAPTER WINS CONDON CUP!!! By Rudy Olive The Iota Sigma chapter of Phi Gamma Delta recently won the Condon Cup for the chapter that shows best over all improvement. The cup, which is named after Herbert T. Condon, Sr. is an award given annually by the national fraternity. The cup was presented to the national fraternity in 1951 by the Sigma Tau chapter. The Fijis that were present to accept the award on behalf of the chapter were Paul Mick '91, Nick Livingston '98, Chris Humphrey '98, Keith Fowler '98, Terry Morson '98, and Bo Indiana Fiiis Celebrate Awards On November 9, 1995, the Indiana Chapters of Phi Gamma Delta will meet in Indianapolis to celebrate the many awards given to the Indiana chapters by the National Frater nity. At the time this newsletter was printed the site was unknown. Every graduate should be receiving a letter from the National Fraternity concerning the time, and place of the event. The celebration will honor: the Rho Phi chapter for can attend, see the article along the right side of their winning the Owen Cup, the Zeta Chapter at Indiana University for the Wilkinson award, the Jordan Bowl for the men at Wabash College, the Brightman Award for the Beta Graduate Chapter, and of course the Iota Sigma Chapter for the Condon Cup. The ceremony honoring these chapters for their outstanding work will have in attendance Headquarters Staff, and the Archon President. For more information concerning the this page. ceremony, contact Joe Weist at (812)235-3546. Stout '96. The award was presented at the semi annual Phi Gamma Delta academy. The Condon Cup will be presented on November 3, 1995 when the Iota Sigma chapter joins the other Indiana Fijis in a dinner for awarding honors to the Indiana chapters of Phi Gamma Delta. For more information on the dinner, and how you Fiji's Take Five Order of Omega Awards By Paul Mick, and Rudy Olivo The Iota Sigma chapter capped a success ful 1994-1995 academic year by winning five of eight Order of Omega awards. The awards (a small silver bowl) represent the fraternity's quest for excellence at ISU. The awards are generally considered the highest recognition that a frater nity at ISU can receive. The five awards were given for outstanding rush, campus involvement, leadership, finance, and community service. The chapter took 31 pledges during the '94-'95 year , which reflects the outstanding rush program. The chapter rushed these new pledges through a summer rush program initiated by graduate brother Tim Harlan '74. The summer rush program (which was successful again during the summerof '95) included rush events at brother's homes. With increased numbers, the chapter also increased it's campus involvement. Brothers have become involved with Union Board, Home coming, Tandem, and Greek Week steering committees. The Student Government Associa tion, See Omega Page \r\nCHAPTER NEWS FIVE BROTHERS INITIATED AUG. 25 BY Rudy Olivo The night of initiation is one that a brother never forgets. For one newly initiated brother this night was especially memorable. Chris McConnell '98 had his grand father there for his initiation night. Mr. Smith, Gamma Tau '39 was there for his grandson's initiation night, with the gift of his (Mr. Smith's) badge for McConnell. The night was no less special for any of the other four that were initiated on the 25th. Greg Graper '98, Terry Morson '98, Jason Jones '98, and Ian Hall '98 are also now initiated brothers. All brothers seemed to have enjoyed the initiation, and there was two other honored brother in attendance. Don Mighall Texas '56 was also in attendance for the initiation ceremony, as was our very own Brent Leffel '91. The Field Secretary was also in attendance. SIX BROTHERS GO TO ACADEMY Six delegates from the Iota Sigma chapter went to the 24th academy, beginning on the fourth of August, continuing through the eighth of August. The six brothers that attended were, Chris Humphrey '98, Paul Mick '97, Terry Morson '98, Nick Livingston '98, Keith Fowler '98, and Bo Stout '96. Humphrey stated, "Academy was fun, and exciting. It was a great chance to meet new people, and bring new ideas back to the chapter. The event was held in Kentucky at Morehead State University. The Iota Sigma chapter had one of the largest delegations there. Humphrey also added that he hopes to have the same kind of successful turn out for next years ekklesia. JAKE VINSON NAMED NEW TREASURER By Rudy Olivo Officer elections generally occur during the winter months, and new officers take their positions for the start of the new semester. Allen Trout '97, decided that life at ISU was not for him, so he transferred to lU. His leaving left the cabinet position of Treasurer open. The chapter held elections, and Jake Vinson was named as the new treasurer. Vinson '98 is a nursing major from Newburgh, In, and is excited to take the new job. TEAM FIJI RIDES INTO THIRD By Paul Mick On Saturday April 8th, Team FIJI lead by Chris Lasure '95, who has rode for Team FIJI for the past two years, placed third in ISU's 25th annual Tandem race. The team, which was paired with Sigma Kappa, and Pi Lambda Phi, placed third in qualifications the weekend before. Lasure placed second in the "Hot Wheels" competition, which is the time in qualifications. The team consisted of five Sigma Kappa riders, and five FIJIs: Lasure, Kirby Bilsland '95, Jeff Mosbaugh '97, Kenneth Harshbarger '97, and Heath Harshbarger '97. The team catcher was Greg Wilson '98. They practiced for more than two months, preparing for the race. The team was on the lead lap on 99 of the 100 lap race, and lead for more than ten laps. \r\nOMEGA CONTINUED FROM PAGEl Sycamore Ambassadors, as well as organized on-campus sports such as rugby, and track, and field. Brothers have not only participated in these roles, but they have taken leadership roles in many of them. Jason Hanchar '97 was recently named director of Public Relations for Union Board. Bo Stout '96 was Secretary/Treasurer for Tandem. Eric Louk '96 was chairman of special events for Tandem. Jake Vinson '98, and Paul Mick '97 were elected to the Student Govemment Senate. Rudy Olivo '98 was named as a resident assistant over the summer. Olivo, Mick, and Keith Fowler were named as Sycamore ambassadors in early March. The chapter proved also to be effective in it's financial matters. There is a current balance with headquarters, and undergraduate debt is being managed. The chapter has managed to keep current balances with all vendors. The Iota Sigma chapter has been serving the Vigo County community through many pro grams throughout the entire year. Several brothers participate in volunteer programs. Bo Stout '96 has a little brother through the Terre Haute BigBrother/Little Brother program. Jason Jones '98 worked with the New Student Advisement and Registration Program. The chapter has also worked with the Terre Haute Fire Department. The chapter has worked hai'd to build and maintain a favorable image. In receiving the five awards the chapter was recognized for it's dedication and it's quest for excellence. These awards are just the beginning; the chapter will address scholarship, and graduate relations in the 1995-1996 academic year, while continuing to "Press On" in the areas that it has already had success. PIG DINNER MARCH 30 The twenty-fifth annual Frank Norris Pig Dinner will be held on Saturday, March 30, at Larry Bird's Boston Connection. This year's Pig Dinner coordinator is Chris Humphrey '98. Humphrey, who also organized last year's Pig Dinner, has very high hopes for this year's annual event. "We are very excited to have one of theArchons speak at this year's dinner, plus many more headquarter's staff in attendance. Humphrey also added, "Last year's Pig Dinner was a major suc cess, but this year should prove to beeven better." All graduates are invited, and urged to attend. For information concerning reservations at the Boston Connection, call (812)235-3333. For infor mation concerning Pig Dinner call the house at: 235-1289. Make all phone calls directed to Chris Humphrey, or Rudy Olivo. Attention allgraduates! The undergraduate brothers at the Iota Sigma chapter are offering a challenge to all graduates to bring at least five graduate brothers with you. HOMECOMING SET FOR OCT. 21 This year's annual homecoming events have been set for October 21st. The Iota Sigma's pairing consists of Delta Sigma Phi, Alpha Phi, and Burford Hall. The theme ofthis years Home coming has not yet been released, however, the FIJIs are very confident of their chances in this year's trike race, as well as in this year's sweepstakes. All Graduate Brothers are urged to come by the house, and see how the Undergrads at Iota Sigma are doing. This year's homecoming steering committee includes brothers Paul Mick '97, Anthony Coddington '98 and Chris Humphrey '98. * \r\nANNOUCEMENTS 25th ANNUAL FIJI ISLAND SEPT. 30 —The chapter's annual FIJI ISLAND will be on NEW PRIVACY FENCE —The Iota Sigma Chapter now has a privacy Sept. 30. There will be a cookout Saturday fence the runs from the garage in the back to the starting at 12 p.m. Graduates are more than southeast comer of the house. welcome to come back and celebrate this annual event. PARENTS DAY SEPT. 23 —Parent's Day was Saturday, Sept. 23. Lunch was at Generations. More than 30 parents showed up for the event. SWEETHEART NAMED —Lesli Walker, Chi Omega, was named sweet heart for the 1995-1996 academic year. BETA ZETA PLEDGE CLASS —On Sept. 8th seventeen outstanding men were pledged into the Beta Zeta Pledge class, there will be a second night of pledging September 22nd. These men will join the Beta Zeta Pledge SONTAG WEDDING OCT. 7 —Matt Sontag's wedding will be in Terre Haute on Oct. 7. For more information call the house. FOWLER WINS INTRAMURAL TENNIS —Keith Fowler '98 came in first place in the allfraternity intramural tennis tournament. Over 180 men showed up to compete, and four of the final sixteen were FIJIs, and Fowler ended as the Champion! ALLEN RETURNS! —Paul, and Tina Allen have returned to Terre Haute. The undergraduate chapter is glad to have them back. Class. Phi Gamma Delta "Not for College Days Alone." 1206 s. 5th St. Terre Haute, In 47802 (812)235-1289 Perge!!!