day I i The Fraternity _♦ Ball-1995^:::^ An open letterfrom d serifdnrr^' Times have changed Michael Johnson, '96 Greetings brothers and welcome to the long awaited Lambda Nu Newsletter! Although it's been awhile since we've gotten one ofthese together,I think you'11 enjoy what we have in store for you! Looking back on four years of involve ment with the Fraternity, I have seen many changes occur. Long gone are the We're here. We're staying! days of greek houses being referred to as a "Social Drinking Clubs." This change for the better occurred on account of an unfortunate accident that happened just two years ago. Since the'93 incident,the Lambda Nu chapter,it's officers, and the Board of Trustees made a conscious ef fort to change the ideals of which our Fraternity exists. This was done by reevaluating the type of people we wanted to join us in membership. Since that time, I have seen the house bounce back faster than I could have ever imagined. This regeneration in Lambda Nu started the first summer after the We're here. We're staying was chosen as the 1995 Homecoming theme. Pictured above is the lawn display for Phi Gamma Delta, which depicts the Peter Brothers smashing a Kansas Wildcat. ♦see related story on page 12 incident when we signed 16 new young men who have shown excellent leader Inside: ship skills thus far.Furthermore,we knew we were on track when we signed 26 new ♦ Purple Legionnaire's Report, page 3 pledges this fall—almost filling the ♦ Pig Dinner, page 4 house. Our progress has been further witnessed by many at the university and ♦ Presidents Report, page 6 ♦see Times, page 10 ♦ New Cabinet, page 8 \r\nLambda Nu Today page 2 A Letter From the Editor. ^ When I Nu Today out on a regular basis. Ideally three, one for each of the seasons that ^ take over college classes are in session, and possi the Lambda bly a summer edition. Nu Today,I • I am striving to produce the best newsletter possible. This years' issues of Lambda Nu Today will be entered in the competition for the Coon Plaque which knew was on a is awarded to the chapter with the all Eric Drumheller,'98 ity-1 was ex- cited to get started and publish one as soon as pos sible. It is my understanding that there has not been a newsletter on a regular basis for quite some time, which is unfor tunate because we would like to keep the graduates informed and as involved as possible. As newsletter chair, I have set some around best publications. The return of the Purple Pulse will be appearing in the next issue. It will con tain information about marriages, birth, deaths, and other news about graduates. If you would like to submit something, please fill out the form in this newsletter, and return it to the address shown. Your contributions will be greatly appreci ated. goals that I hope to accomplish this year; On the line of contribution, financial •To promote brotherhood and keep the ones would be greatly appreciated too. graduates informed about other gradu If you have any comments, please feel ates and the undergraduate chapter. Also, free to contact me. I look forward to post important dates, such as pig dinner. •I would like to have an issue ofLambda How to get a hold of: House Phone (402)436-6464 Housemother, Lynne Maxwell (402)436-7060 International Headquarters (606) 255-1848 Purple Legionnaire, Jim McFarland (402)475-1513 hearing from you soon. Perge! Lambda Nu Today The Lambda Nu Today is published by the Lambda Nu Chapter ofPhi Gamma Delta at The University of Nebraska, Lincoln. It is to be enjoyed by its graduates, undergradu ates,family,friends, and Fiji's everywhere. Undergraduate editor. Eric Drumheller'98 Assistants: John Osterholm '95, Gene Macapinlac,'98, Mike Johnson,'96 Chapter Officers: President: Scott Erickson '96 Treasurer: Matt Jackson '97 Recording Secretary: Matt Sweeney '97 Corresponding Secretaiy: Jim Sheets '97 Hisorian: Rich Saunders '98 \r\nLambda Nu Today The Purple Legionnaire's Report: A long road back Lambda Nu hers residing in it. With our expected second semester pledge class, we should be near capacity. In the 1994-95 aca demic year. Lambda Nu achieved a fra In NoV e m b e r 1993, the Chapter of ternity grade point average of 3.148 for Phi Gamma the first semester, 3.034 for the second Delta expe semester, and 3.091 for the academic rienced a year. Official University reports, which tragedy rank fraternities into three categories, showed that we were in the upper third James D. McFarland,'69 from which ranking for fraternities on campus. Un thought we would never recover. One of our pledges in an intoxicated condition fell from a third story bathroom window while trying to climb down the outside of official reports indicated we had the sec ond highest fraternity grade point aver age for the first semester. Sanction and probationary condition have been modified as a result of our our house. He suffered a fractured skull and "I am UlTl proud pVO\ d ofthe lapsed into a coma. , , achievements. It has been my honor Fortunately, he recov- academic uCuUtlillC record...the i ?COra...tne ered and later re-enrolled at the Univer- rpfnrm VP reform, renewal, ewal, and ' at Lambda Nu for the sity. ,'' the revival revival..." past three semesters. I For us it was a long uphill road back. After we barely avoided expulsion from campus altogether, the University imposed numerous sanctions and placed us on probation. Our Interna tional fraternity also imposed deserved restraints and conditions upon us. Mem bership at Lambda Nu plummeted. We had 43 members residing in a house with a capacity of 72. Our social activities and pleasure to serve am proud to be associ ated with the young men who stayed with Lambda Nu and abided by the sanctions and probationary condition. I am proud of the academic record we have estab lished. I am proud of the reform, re newal, and the revival which have oc curred. We still have a long road to travel. But, we face it with a revitalized were extremely limited and our formal enthusiasm,a reclaimed optimism,and a restored dedication in the young men of parties were nonexistent. But, we sur the Lambda Nu Chapter of Phi Gamma vived. Delta. Today,bolstered by an excellent pledge class of 26, our house now has 60 mem- * Brother McFarland hails from North Platte, Nebraska. \r\nLambda Nii Today Graduate Relations; A Successful Pig Dinner The past year turned exceptional in attendance making it an "average" size gathering by the chapter. year for the After dinner most of our FIJI bunch house as a retired to the Lizard Lounge (one of Lincoln's finer watering holes)for some post dinner and pre-game celebrations. out to be an rf vided some great entertainment of his own! Approximately 130 brothers were whole and for the Graduate As mentioned before, more has been Relations A goal was also realized this year—to make the dinner more eventful by the going on than just Pig Dinner.The gradu ate Relations Committee also just com pleted what is probably the best reorga nization of the graduate roster in ten years, by comparing and selecting the most recent address from the University and the International Headquarters mail ing lists. If you know any brothers who are not receiving chapter mail or if you move, please let the Graduate Relations addition of the "Pig Shoot" —^ p chair John Osterholm,'95 Committee. The highlight of the year was the 1995 Norris Pig Dinner that was held Friday, October 13th at the Crooked Creek Coif Club in Lincoln. This year's dinner can be marked as another in a long line of successes. CoifTournament. The tour- ^ I(Go nament was created to give J ^ Chair at (402) 436-6480 or Internationals at(606)2551848. I would like to com- and meet brothers from dif- ferent classes. reach the Graduate Relations U brothers the opportunity to spend more time together or Internationals know.You can ^^ The tournament was a Texas [)J / scramble with flag and team prizes. The team prize was awarded to Brothers Jerry Solomon and Chuck Clifford. It was enjoyed by all who played and it is agreed that it will continue. The dinner itself provided to be the usual good time it always should be. The ment ontoa problem that ^IfsJ I—IS^ seems have devel oped regarding graduate re lations. Over the past 3 year I have served as the committee chair. In that time I have noticed that an alarming trend is developing concerning graduate partici pation at the Pig Dinner. The numbers tell the story: 1993=215 in attendance, 1994 = 145 in attendance, 1995 = 130 in master of ceremonies was John Ballew, attendance. Brothers,the slide must stop who did and excellent job and even pro here! The quality of this event has not \r\nLambda Nu Today pages gone down but the attendance has. The committee has tried numerous things, including using the established class chairman system set up in 1992 to get classes communicating with each other. More mass mailing has been sent and even phone calls that came at an enormous expense and could not be kept up. Funds are now back in place for this newsletter, which I think caused a major erosion of our communication. New by Eric Drumheller, '98 The information highway is now at our back steps. Soon, if not already, every one will be able to read the paper, see if his flight is on schedule, and check his mail with a click of a button. Now,imag ine ifLambda Nu was on-line. You could receive minutes from meeting, have ac cess to rush information, be able to make reservations for the Norris Pig Dinner, ate Relations dream, instant communi spare. cation between the graduates and the Simply put, we need you, the gradu ates to get involved again in your chap ter. Helping out on the FIJI-Tau Tussle would be a great start for next year and attending the Pig Dinner would be even undergraduates. stressed that this committee should func tion to serve you the graduates better— hopefully it has and will in the future. On a closing note,I would like to thank * Get on-line sources are developing inside the chap ter for your use including Lambda Nu's very own World Wide Web site on the internet. We can use help on this project and would appreciate any time you could better. In the three years I've always « Lambda Nu plans to everyone who has worked on the Graduate Relations Committee over the past year, and the graduates who have sup ported the chapter through thick and thin. I would like to announce our new gradu ate relations chairman in Tim Logeman and countless other things. It's a Gradu By the end of next semester, we plan to have at least one of the house computers on-line. This will give everybody access to send e-mail to Lambda Nu.Also,plans are underway for LambdaNu's very own World Wide Web Page. We will keep you up to date on all progress in the next edition of Lambda Nu Today. If you already have access to the web, you might consider checking out other FIJI pages. Currently there are over 10 chapters who have established them selves there. International Headquarters is also planning on having its own web page up and running by the end of Janu who has shown leadership in the chapter, ary '96. so you're in good hands. If you would like us to publish your e Perge! mail address, or want to request any information from the chapter, please e- "Phi Gamma Delta is not mail me at 00052419@bigred.unl.edu. Next time, see you on the web. for college days alone..." *Brother Drumheller hails from Gering, Nebraska. \r\nLambda Nu Today Presidents Report Phi way only three times since; my initiation into Phi Gamma Delta, performing the model ritual at Ekklesia in Kansas City, and now being allowed to serve my chap ter as its president. Putting my personal enthusiasm aside, I'd like to tell you about some of the Gamma incredible accomplishments that I have Delta means witnessed since the unfortunate incident Since my pledgeship I h a v e learned what the Fraternity of Scott Erickson,'96 and what its in November of'93. Our rebuilding pro member cess has been effective and moved amaz ship entails. When I signed my pledge card in the summer of92,my perception ofa fraternity was,like most non-greeks, that they are a social organization whose main goals were to pursue women and achieve a state of constant drunkenness. ingly fast. This fall's pledge class has turned out to be one of the strongest in recent years. They have proven that they can work well together and leaders have already emerged. Credit for this strong pledge class should be given to ourformer That "perception" is far from the truth, at least in the case of Phi Gamma Delta. I realized that I had become a part of something really special on the weekend of Pig Din- rush chairman, Mike ^ ^ ^. Ness, '97, and Travis "that tnttt 'perception'is p€l eptlOn IS Freund,'97, whohave fvfxfyj the far from he truth, ^ ^ recruitment,organizadt IcUSt ill the at least in he case of tion, and initiative. p,.^ r\ tt Ijeltd ru- Delta" Phi inl Gamma LlClltl Id ner my freshman year. The house had just been refurbished and many Fiji's had gathered on our balcony to dedicate our new bell to E. Austin Temple,'34. After a short ceremony Brother Temple and his wife each gave a teary-eyed speech about how Phi Gamma Delta had given him the best years of his life and how he met his future wife through it. At that moment, as over 40 young men are try ing to hold back tears, I felt a combina tion of pride and joy that I believe makes Phi Gamma Delta special. I have felt this The future also looks ■ ■ promising as our new rush chairmen, Andy Webb, '97, and Jay Pohlad, '98, continue the tradition and have already signed an unprecedented eight spring pledges with more to come. One of our best tools for rush is the physical condition of our house. Since the refurbishment on '92, the chapter house had been kept spotless. Our living room rivals most sororities while our rooms top any fraternity. Thanks should be given to Joe Staroska, '98, who has done a great job as house manager. I encourage all of you to stop by the house \r\n' Lambda Nu Today page 7 anytime and see the improvements. Two areas where we are starting a new tradition of excellence are scholarship and philanthropy. Our all-house CPA ties after 2am" policies are now strictly enforced.Ifnumerous violations are filed against a house,strict probationary pun ishment occurs. It has been a hard lesson a row, easily surpassing the men's and fraternity averages. This is a huge im provement considering it was a 2.6 a mere two years ago. We are also continu ing to fulfill ourcommunity service goals. for our greek system to learn, as we are one ofthe few strong houses that will not be placed on probation next semester. This success is due in large part to the strong leadership of our previous cabi net: President, Trey Mytty, '96, Trea Next semester we will hold the second sure,Joe Breckenridge,'95,Correspond has been over a 3.1 for three semesters in annual Hot-Tub-A-Thon (replacing the ing Secretary, Seth Olsen,'96, and His outdated pole-sit) with a sorority to raise torian, Andy Webb,'95.1 would like to credit them with leading our chapter to money for the St. Elizabeth Hospital. Homecoming is its quick recovery. Also the supportofourformer also becoming a "Nothing in the Purple Legionnaire,Pat strong tradition at Lambda Nu. We world can take the have finished a close second in the home coming competition two years in a row. The enthusiasm is place ofpersistence" Ash, '67 and our new PL,JimMcFarland,'69, has been invaluable.The graduates on the Board -Calvin Coolidge, Amherst, '94 President ofthe US, 1924-29 overwhelming as we cheer on our national champion Huskers to a repeat title. We have a brother. Matt Aden,'97, on the football squad. Watch for him next year at defensive back. Winning the championship while in college has really been an incredible expe rience for our chapter. On campus,there are sweeping changes ofChapter Advisors,es pecially President Jon Snare, '89, and, of course,the infamous Jerry Solomon,'51, have also been great. These brothers are doing a finejob,but they need more help. Ifanyone is interested, please contact us. My goals while in term as president at Lambda Nu are to continue the excel past year, the university police have lence we have achieved so quickly and to make sure that our 100th year anniver sary in '98 will see a strong and prosper ous Phi Gamma Delta at the University established a new division know asCom of Nebraska-Lincoln. ' occurring across the greek system.In the munity Service Officers(CSO's).One of their main duties is to patrol the greek houses. They have the ability to enter them at anytime to patrol the hallways and common areas. Basically, what this Finally, I would like to acknowledge Eric Drumheller, '98, because without his tremendous initiative this newsletter would not be in existence. His accom means is that the previously unenforced plishments are living proofofthe impor tance of persistence. dry campus and "no women in fratemi- Perge! \r\nLambda Nu Today Big shoes to fill: New cabinet takes over... Change will always happen. Coming with the change of seasons has come the change of the cabinet. Elections where held in mid-October, voting in the new Recording Secretary and Historian, mak ing this his third term in cabinet. He has also served on the model ritual team at Ekklesia. officers: President, While in term Scott Scott Erickson, '96; Treasurer, Matt Jack- son, '97; Recording Secretary Matthew "/ huve3full full would like to continue j. tniS COtljlU€flC€€ in lit tHlS the excellence of Pig Dinner, increase the new Cabinet" HlWt" -Andy Webb, '97 ebb, '97 community service of the undergraduate chapter, and promote Sweeney, 97;Corre sponding Secretary, Jim Sheets, '98; and Historian, Rich Saunders,'98. The new cabinet is full of ideas that they are ex cited to implement. Former Historian Andy Webb,'97, adds,"Being a cabinet member is a great responsibility, and I have full confidence in the new cabinet." ^ Scott brotherhood between the graduate and undergraduate chapter. He also wants to lead by example and represent Phi Gamma Delta in a way that will reflect only credit and glory to the University of Nebraska, the Graduate Chapter,and International Headquarters. After his term he would like to leave the house with a solid foundation that can has taken Q the for be built upon by implementing a revised committee system. Plans for the 100th year anniversary are also to be underway to make it a great time for all. Brother Erickson would like to extend an invitation to all graduates to stop by at Scott Erickson, Scott Erickson,'96 '96 year. He is a senior any time. He comments,"Overall,things are going really well and we are working closely with chemical engineering studentfrom North the univer Platte, Nebraska. He is involved on cam sity to build a positive image ofthe pus as recording secretary in Tau Beta Pi, a national engineering society.Pi Lambda Upsilon, a chemistry honors society, a ^ member of Golden Key, and has .served as an lEC representative. The new Brother Erickson has held several po sitions in the house. He has .served as fraternity." Matt Jackson,'97 \r\nLambda Nil Today is a junior marketing major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He is currently on his 3rd term as Pledge Ed, where he feels that he has made some significant changes to the program. It is now more structured and reinforces good work. He is also on Hhistime at t h e YWCA's Tak e-ABreak and has been on J-Board. the social and philan thropy com- As treasurer he would like to make the house as efficient as possible, avoiding unnecessary wasted water, gas,and elec tricity. He would also like to see the FIJI name out on campus more by getting people involved in on-campus activities, such as mortarboard. The Daily Nebraskan, ASUN,Innocents, etc. Junior Matthew Sweeney, '97, has taken Jim Sheets,'98 mittees. Jim wants to make sure everything keeps running smoothly while improving on what we have accomplished. Ultimately he would like to see more community recognition for community service and to have the Cheney Cup to find its new home at 1425 R Street. The His- ^ the position of Recording Secretary. been filled He is a Bio more Rich has sopho- Matthew Sweeney,'97 Systems Engineer ing Major from Lincoln, Nebraska. On campus he is involved in yell squad, an anatomy TA, and a volunteer at Bryan Memorial Hospital. Matt has served on the scholarship, newsletter, and appeals committees. a Pre-Med Rich Rich Saunders,'98 Saunders,'98 major from ^ Lincoln, Nebraska. Rich has several goals, including fixing up the meeting place, being an effective part of the cabi While in term he would like to make net, and starting to plan the 100 Years at Lambda Nu as strong as possible by increasing scholarship and stronger up per class involvement. He believes that scholarship is 75% of what a house is Lambda Nu. He would like to extend his thanks to the graduates for their support. The active members of the Lambda Nu chapter of Phi Gamma Delta have full because it is the main reason we are here. confidence in their choice of leaders for Brother Jim Sheets, '98, is the new the 1995-96 term. We believe that these Corresponding Secretary. He is a sopho men will carry on the tradition and values more secondary education student from of Phi Gamma Delta . North Platte, Nebraska. He volunteers \r\npage 10 Lambda Nu Today Spring rush underway in pledges this spring. Since the house is almost full, we are going to be very selective in whom we sign. We are look Rush, the life blood of every Greek house.The summer rush of'95 yielded a pledge class of 26 fine young men. A special thanks to Brother Mike Ness,'97 ing for men who excel in their studies, as and Brother Travis Freund, '97 for an well as leadership, athletics, etc. excellent rush. There is a new found enthusiasm for the summer rush of '96. Locations for Rush chairmen elections where held rush activities are underway. Brothers Webb and Pohlad have set some pretty semester rush. Lambda Nu is proud to lofty goals, hoping to sign at least 30 announce Brothers Andy Webb,'97 and quality men. If there are any young men Jay Pohlad,'98 as the rush chairmen for in your area that are going through rush, the spring and summer rush of '96. please contacteither Andy Webb at(402) Second semester rush is now in full 436-6490 or Jay Pohlad at (402) 436swing.Plans are to sign eight to ten live- 6482. Your help is greatly appreciated. early this year, so the new chairs could have more time to prepare for second ♦ Times,cent. felt throughout our house. I accredit this to the achievements we have made both on campus and in the classroom. With our house grade point average above the all men's average,we received acknowl edgment from the University and the International Fraternity.Furthermore,we are the recipients ofthe John Templeton McCarty Award,which in case any have School Fun Fairs and many more. Fi nally, many members of Lambda Nu are active on campus and undoubtedly are letting everyone know that Phi Gamma Delta is alive and kicking! As a senior who has witnessed a num ber of experiences in this house over the last four years, I can honestly say that 1 feel comfortable with where Lambda Nu is heading.Chapter tone is high and a real forgotten, recognizes "those chapters feeling of brotherhood once again fills which demonstrate efficiency in opera our halls. As a soon-to-be alum,I know tions, adhere to Fraternity Laws and pro that this is how I want to see Lambda Nu mote the high standards of Phi Gamma and know you would too. Delta." I encourage every brother to stop by the Continuing to promote service to oth house when in Lincoln and experience ers and if need be, self-sacrifice, the the pride that Lambda Nu once again members of Lambda Nu are very active experiences! with community service projects from members volunteering with Nebraska Human Resources Institute, Honey Sun day,YWCA Take-A-Break,Elementary Perge! ^Brother Johnson hails from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. \r\nLambda Nu Today page 11 The pledge class of'99 •Terry Hines is a sophomore from Omaha majoring in accounting. •Kevin O'Mara is a freshman from Oak •Nate Johnson is a freshman from Kan sas City, Missouri, majoring in business. •Brett Hill is a freshman from Omaha with an undecided major. •Chad Wharton is a sophomore from majoring in political science. •Lou Chiapetta is afreshman from Omaha majoring in business. •Lee Dryer is a freshman from Longmont, Pierre,South Dakota majoring in dietetics. Colorado, majoring in journalism. •Steve Devenney is a freshman from Kansas City, Mis.souri, majoring in busi- •Chad Stutzman is a freshman from Lincoin majoring in business, ness marketing 'Jason Jacobi is afreshman from Hastings majoring in mechanical engineering, land with an undecided major. •Matt Dill is a freshman from Omaha •Scott Hazuka is a freshman from Omaha majoring in business marketing and management. •Tony Paladino is a freshman from Omaha majoring in business. •Chad Kelderman is a sophomore from Omaha majoring in business. •Scott Hatfield is a freshman from Lexington with a pre-dentistry major. •Pat Miner is a freshman from Omaha with a Pre-Dentistry major. •Chad Mercer is a freshman from Sioux Falls, South Dakota with an undecided V." major. •Dan Watson is a freshman from North Platte, Nebraska with an undecided major. •Cory Waltemath is a freshman from North Platte, Nebraska majoring in jour nalism. •Chad Travis is a freshman from North Platte with an undecided major. •Max McClean is a freshman from Fre mont with an undecided major. •Jason Watton is a freshman from Lin coln majoring in civil engineering. •Gus Ray is a freshman from Oakland with an undecided major. •Andrew Polt is a freshman from Omaha Pledges Andrew Polt and Jason Jacobi majoring in bio pre-med. •Mike Murphy is a freshman from Omaha majoring in chemical engineering. •Brian Hensley is a sophomore form Okoboji, Iowa, majoring in political sci ence. pose with two Delta Gamma's in a "shower shot" at the first annual Bones Bash non-alcohol party for Halloween. There are currently 26 pledges from five states at Lambda Nu. \r\nLambda Nu Today page 12 Homecoming '95 We're here; We're staying!I We're here; We're staying was chosen as this years homecoming theme. This motto was a representation of the Huskers Orange Bowl Victory, and implies that we plan on staying number one. was the Lawn Display. Working on a limited budget, Seth Olson, '96, Jason Kempenar,'98, and Tim Logeman,'98, Delta as well. The number of Fiji's par ticipating in homecoming events was up from the previous two years. The events included: a Husker Howl, which our plans to cheer on the Buskers and at did an outstanding Job of planning and preparing the display. Unfortunately,the FIJI lawn display did not place this year Since we have not had a national cham which was a disappointing loss after last pionship season since 1971,the enthusi asm among the students was amazing. year's second place finish. This rang true throughout Phi Gamma Friday night everybody put aside all pledges participated in;a Walleyball tour nament which Todd Villotta, '95, Tim Logeman,'98 and two Delta Gamma's tended the bonfire and pepralley spon sored by ASUN.Free hot dogs and sodas were available and were fully taken ad vantage of. Herbie Husker and Lil' Red got a good laugh from the crowd, but the real show was put on by the Nebraska took third place; a Wacky Olympics fun Cheerleaders and Dance Team. fair, that consisted ofa grueling game of This year Phi Gamma Delta had a can twister, a card house building competi didate in the running for homecoming tion, and a four man eight legged race. king, senior Mike Johnson,'96. Mike is Despite all the overwhelming odds, Ja involved in numerous activities around son Kempenar, '98, Joe Staroska, '98, campus which includes NHRI, Mortar Tim Logeman,'98, and Scott Erickson, board, and Nebraska Student Alumni '96, took second place. Association President. Mike made the The last and most serious competition cut into the final five candidates. We are all proud of your accomplishments Mike! ♦ Did you know? ♦ John Gottschalk,'66, is the Archon President of our International Fraternity. Brother Gottschalk is the first Lambda Nu graduate to hold this honor. \r\nI Lambda Nu Today page 13 Notes from the BCA by Jon Snare, '89 As we approach the end of the first semester, the news is generally good from the undergraduate chapter. It is my impression that the chapter tone has re turned to a high level,scholarship results have been excellent,and the house should be back to 100% capacity for the second you for your help. In order to continue the development of the chapter into one we can all be proud of, we need graduate brothers willing to give some of their time and talent in advising and assisting the undergraduates. If you live in Lin coln, or within a relatively short drive, I hope you will give some thought to be coming a member of semester. As I told the Trustees in No vember, I feel the chapter is moving from a recovery stage to a growth stage. In light of this, the Board of Trustees is assessing our goals "As /told the Trustees the BCA or House Corporation. Gradu in November,Ifeel the chapter is movingfrom a recovery stage to a growth stage." and where we go from here. As we move forward, we are ate advise and direc tion is invaluable in developing a strong fraternity, and a few hours a month can make a tremendous difference. The time commitment is not as great as you may think. If you are interested or if you have question about how much time and effort In the past, the chapter has frequently being a board member takes, please con asked for your support in the form of tact myself at (800) 532-8381, Jim monetary contributions. Now,instead of McFarland or any of the Board mem money, we are looking for the donations bers. of your time and talents. Over the last ten As a final note, 1998 will be the 100th years, the BCA/Board of Trustees has anniversary ofLambda Nu at the Univer been kept going by a relatively small sity ofNebraska.In order to do recognize group of dedicated graduates. Brothers this milestone in the appropriate manner, like Ken Hunter, Rohn Loyd,Dick Gar we should start planning well in ad den,John Ballew,Greg Sawyers and Pat vance. If you have ideas on how we Ash have devoted a tremendous amount should celebrate this anniversary, or are of time and energy working with the willing to participate in the planning. chapter. Understandably,several ofthese Contact Scott Erickson at (402) 436dedicated individuals have expressed the 6490, or any of the BCA members with desire to step down and let other gradu your ideas. In the near future, we will ates bring some new ideas and perspec begin planning in earnest for this event. looking for help from all of our gradu ates. tives to the Board. This is where we are looking to each of I hope you will all share your ideas on this celebration. \r\npage 14 Lambda Nu Today Help find our According to International Headquar ters, these Brothers are lost! If you know where they are,or have any infor mation on them, please let either the lost brothers.. tional Headquarters know. Your help is greatly appreciated. Graduate Relations Chair or Interna Jeffrey D. Adams, *81 Michael E. Jenny, *84 Kenneth E. Adams, *49 Jerome D. Alexander, II, *56 Joseph H. Poynter, *56 Jeffery S. Amsler, *64 Calmar C. Jones, *30 Fredric H. Kauffman, *61 Charles M. Kesser, *49 Curtis L. Banister, *78 Charles Kittelson, *24 Jeffrey L. Rinne, *87 Richard W. Barney, *73 Jeffery A. Bartels, *85 F. Scott Kleager, *76 Rhees R. Robinson, Jr., *49 Billy G. Ross, *48 Carl L. Bohs, *53 James R. Boner, *75 Jerald C. Bring, *82 Bumham H. Brown, *27 Willis B. Brown, *56 Jerold W.Calhoun, *50 Terence G. Campbell, *67 William C. demons, *80 Mark W. Davis, *77 Dean D. Davison, *56 Donald L. Kleinschmidt, *48 John D. Kucera, *54 Steve M. Kuhl, *83 David T. LaFleur, *88 Jason Douglas Leftholtz, *94 Gene C. Littler, *42 William B. Long, *43 Stephen S Lowe,'58 Dr. Partick A. Lynch, *42 F. Wood Phifer IV, *73 Don L. Pollock, *41 Kurt Pruckler, *80 J. Bradley Ross, *82 Gary A. Ruck, *58 Roger A. Rupp, *86 Robert M. Scoular, *26 John R. Shull, *53 John W.Sinclair, *52 Albert J. Smullin,'31 Patrick Sprague, *82 Harold B. Stedman, *23 James M. Malone III, *90 Mark H. Mankin, *89 David D. Stonecypher, Jr. MD,*47 Barry J. Dunhaver, *70 Keith F. Manning, *52 Dr. Lowell A. Stratton, *67 Daniel Y. Eisenhart, *76 Fredric L. Eisenhart, *69 Steve L. Ernst, *90 Thomas E. Ficke, *86 Roderick W. Fletcher, *50 Cmdr. Roy W. McCoy, *52 Neil K. Strong, *78 John P. McLaughlin, *64 David H. Stubblefield, Jr., '48 Keith C. Sullivan, *88 Mark A. Sullivan, *86 Joel H. Tiede, *82 Eugene E. Trevisani, *77 Laurence B. Frye, *46 M.Thomas Meier, *71 Cw4. Gordon C. Menzies, Jr., *67 Jeffrey C. Mikelson,'74 Harry A. Montag, *76 John F. Gardiner, *78 Marice J. Moss, *29 Martin E. Tromburg, *80 Stephen L. Graham,'86 Jeffrey T. Netsch, *88 Burton Newby, *32 Douglas L. Nielsen, *88 William T. Vanerkolk, *49 Fred D. Wacker, Jr., *46 Michael D. Weller, *89 Christian S. Noel, *93 William P. O'Brien, *28 Daniel J. O'Connor, *73 Thomas J. O'Connor, *72 Rev. Charles L. Pedersen, Sr., *54 Dexter R. Peterson, *54 Thomas G. Peterson, *51 Raymond J. Wojtasek, *63 Mitch A. Granatowicz, *87 Harry Hahn, *46 Gary D. Hammer,'83 Scott W. Hansen, *74 Matthew R. Helbert, *71 Maurice L. Henderson, *26 Harry C. Hiatt, Jr., *46 James A. Hufford, *78 Jack H. James, *53 "Friendship, the sweetest influence" K. Edward Wolcott, *56 Richard C. Wolcott, *80 George D. Wolfe, *30 Doyle J. Woodward, *86 James R. Yates, *75 ▼ Obituaries Brother John H. Call,'46, passed away on August 19, 1994. Brother Dr. Arthur H.Schmale,Jr.,'45, passed away on March 17, 1993. \r\nLambda Nit Today "They are proud oftheir house and it shows" Lambda Nu welcomes a new mom 'I Lambda proud to welcome LynneMax- ' .«fll mom. name Lynne Maxwell, mom She has worked for the Nebraska Legis lature, the Nebraska Centennial Com mittee in the 60s, and now she is cur rently a realtor at Home Real Estate. She feels that being in the real estate business has helped her to become a house mom because,"After 10 years in the business, I have learned to be flexible." Merry She learned of the opening from her L y n n e, sister, who is the mom for Beta Theta Pi. whi ch She is pleased with her choice. "The boys here are so polite.They are proud of makes her the 4th Mary in a row; but,she comments,"mine is spelled differently. their house and it shows. The house is She was born and raised on a farm always kept so clean and orderly." After outside Ainsworth, Nebraska. After raising two daughters she is delighted graduation from Ainsworth High School with the change to boys and all the cour she attended Kearney State College where tesies bestowed upon her. Mom would like to start up the Mothers she was a member of Gamma Phi Beta. Club again. It has been inactive for a few She has two daughters. Shannon, 24, years and she would appreciate any ideas who is a nurse at Lincoln General Hospi tal and Whitney, 19, who is a freshman or suggestions that you may have. swimmerfor The University ofNebraska at Kearney. Mom has had many interesting jobs. Lambda Nu welcomes our new house mother and looks forward to many years of service. The forces that have been GREATEST IN MY LIFE HAVE BEEN God and the college Fraternity that moulded me. -Thomas Riley Marshall(Wabash, '73) Vice President ofthe United States \r\nWalkway ofMemories An everlasting memorial for our brothers. Bricks are still available for purchase in the walkway of memo ries. They may be purchased by anyone for a lasting memorial to Phi NAiT>e Gamma Delta and what it stands for. Contact Greg Sawyers at(402)4759898 for more information. What's going on? We would like to spread the word of any new news that you would like to share. Tell us about any births, marriages, deaths, promotions, retirements, any special moments that you can remember while at college,etc. If you have any comments, let us know. All news will be posted in the next edition of the Lambda Nu Today's Purple Pulse. Please take a moment to let us know what's going on: Brothers Name: Year: Hometown: Present Location:. Address: Phone: CommentAVhat's New!: Please mail to: Eric Drumheller, 1425 R Street, Lincoln, NE 68508; or, e-mail at 00052419@bigred.unl.edu The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta Lambda Nu Chapter 1425 R Street Lincoln, NE 68508 "Not For College Days Alone" Graduate Brothers Make a Difference NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID LINCOLN, NE PERMIT NO 227