lainill lll*ii"*ll THE Gem State FIJI Mu IOTA Chapter Winter 1999 ALUMNI Homecoming 99 SPOTLIGHT Mu Iota Brings on the Millennium in Homecoming Week '99 It has been a while since Homecoming Week this year saw a full regalia of activities in which stu dents showed their support ofthe university. The theme,"Bring on the Millen nium," led to many creative interpretations of the various events. And of course, Mu Iota took the opportunity to flaimt the purple and white with the silver and gold, participating in every event and taking fourth place overall. Events included an ice cream social, a recycling and food drive, the Van dal Jingles competition, living group decorations, a serpentine and bonfire, and, of course, the parade. Posters and banners were created by each living group and displayed on campus and around Moscow. Points were awarded to living groups based on both their participation in the events and the quality oftheir creative the last alumni update and we apologize for the delay. We at 600 U still like to hear from you. —John Holland ('42) met up with Ken Kofmehl('41) and his wife when his tour ofthe western states brought them through the Denver area. submissions. One ofthe most popular Homecoming Week events was the Vandal Jin gles competition, in which each house and hall wrote and performed skits or songs based on the Homecoming theme. Teaming with the Kappas, Mu Iota per formed a Latin-style dance that earned second place. Another great success was the ever entertaining Homecoming Parade. —Greg Jensen ('79)is managing a new real es tate office in Nampa,ID as a result ofthe newly formed Prudential Jensen The Fiji/Kappa float was a giant "sparkling cider" bottle (quotes inserted for a Real Estate. tongue-in-cheek effect) that was complemented by six elegantly dressed ladies. —Clyde Culp ('41)Is It was escorted by the usual Secret Service detachment — four dark suited Fijis that walked along side the float. The parade was followed by a wonderful Home coming Brunch in the house, attended by many alumnus and parents. "I thought the week went very well," said co-Homecoming Chair Nick Smith."Everyone in the house participated. It was a great way to show the school and the community our support." —Chris Ritter ('02), Co-Homecoming Chair turning 80 and watching the Mississippi River flow by. Even though he might be 80, he says he can still whack the golf ball and he hopes to make it to Pigger in 2000. —^Brad Schafer('90) welcomed his first child. INTRAMURALS/ IFC APPOINTMENT Bailey Clare Schafer, into the world on June Fall PR Dinner/ 600 Entrance Remodel 15, 1999. Congratula tions, Brad! Letter from the Editor \r\nFall Intramurals season ofthis century and our volleyball team enters the playoffs this for the Phi Gams is week. We also had two nearing its end with the separate teams compete The last intramural the top contenders in the event. Another spring sport where we are predicted to be a strong force is conclusion ofthe fall in the 3-on-3-basketball semester. There are no tournament, both mak definite point standings ing it to the playoffs. That was a non-point sport, but the participa tion in that help to get sport last year, and sev everybody excited for the first sport ofthe spring semester: 5-on-5 basketball. That sport steamroll through the to base our success on as of now, but with our strong showing to this point, we should be one of the front contenders heading into the spring semester. Our soccer team made an impres sive showing in the playoffs last month. is worth 200 points, and Phi Gamma Delta is expected to be one of IPG Officers Once again the men at Phi Gamma Delta because of the PR it take a lead role in cam provides during Rush pus life by heading up the Interfratemity and academic events Council. Brian Post ('02) was nominated and elected in late No hosted by the IFC. In this capacity Brother Post will be showing that being a Fiji means planning to be on top for the first semester of a new millennium. Seeya in 2000... Softball. We had a very strong showing in that —TroyBraga ('02), Intramural Chair eral freshmen will team up with our retuming players to make us competition once again. It has been a great se mester for Fiji intramu ral sports, and looking I men of600 University into the future we are Social Service Participation in the community is a top pri ority for members and pledges this year. As mentioned in last issue, haunted house at the Moscow American Le gion Hall. The upcoming spring semester should pro vide ample opportuni men are volunteering at a local elementary ties for the men at 600 school to serve as role U to become further in models for the city's volved in the commu nity. Our participation is yet another example dealing with the cash and budgeting of the council and organiza to send faculty, admini stration, and possible pledges. Congratulations, youth. Our idea has caught on. The women of Kappa Kappa Gamma have recently begun helping at the tion of events for the Brian, and let us all do school with volimteers entire Greek system at the University of our part to show that of their own. Phi Gamma Delta is so This past Halloween, a group from the house helped a local Cub vember to the treasurer position of the council. His duties involve being involved on cam pus, a positive message Idaho. much more than a mere This position is espe cially important for the place to live. —P.J. McDaniel('02) Scout troop set up a of how Mu Iota sets a standard of excellence not only within our walls, but throughout the entire campus. —^Brian Post('02) \r\nThe Gem State Fiji iRiliV Fall PR dinner Once again, the Pub lic Relations faculty dinner was a success. As most of you know, to spend part of an eve ning with the alwayspolite men of600 Uni versity Avenue. dinner gives us a to be an extremely pro ductive way to get to chance to show them know our instructors how we live and also dispel any incorrect that we hold for our consisted of chicken professors and instruc tors every semester. cordon bleu served on a and professors on a more personal level. Since the majority of us are currently taking bed of rice with a side courses with 100-200 of vegetables. This dish was prepared by our other students in class, Greek system. Even more importantly, how ever, is the chance the it is often difficult to dinner offers us to wonderful cook, Rose- meet our educators. score some extra Many times, our in structors have never "brownie points" when grading time rolls been introduced to the around. this is the formal dinner This year, the dinner was held on November 10. We had a com pletely full table of guests, many of which The dinner this year anna, and was enjoyed by all. We have found the have attended in the past and always look forward to the chance importance of the PR fraternity lifestyle or dinner to be immeasur even set foot inside a able. It has turned out fraternity house. The Important Dates Alumni, Remember to put these important upcoming dates in your calendars! (see insert for details) Pigger 2000 April 15,2000 600 University Avenue Boise Graduate Dinner: January 5, 2000 Noodles, Downtown Boise I ideas that so often seem to surface about the —Curtis Neill('01) 600 U Facelift The brick drive con mately 360 bricks left. tinues at Mu Iota. We If interested in reserv are moving forward with plans to remodel ing your personalized brick, please send $50 the entrance at 600 along with your name University Avenue in the Spring of2000 with replica half-moon style and class year to: bricks that once Phi Gamma Delta adorned the entrance. 600 University Ave. For only $50, these Moscow,ID 83843 bricks will be specially made in Seattle with your name and class year engraved in the brick. Take this oppor tunity to have your name inscribed in Mu Iota history forever. There are approxi Bricks j \r\nNon-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Moscow,Idaho Permit #193 Phi Gamma Delta 600 University AvE. Moscow,ID 83843 PGD International Headquarters 1201 Red MileRd. Lexington,, Ky 40544 S.O Letter From the Editor In the previous GSF issue, Michael Bradley ing from all of you. 1 at Mu lota when 1 wish encourage you to send shared with us the time or e-mail me tales of you and your families best wishes for the up honored tradition of your fraternity days. hurling rotten fruit at the Kappa house. It is As the editor, 1 also value any comments, coming holiday season. If your situation seems a little hectic,just think stories like his that ideas, or criticisms you might have for or back to your days try ing to get into the about the GSF itself. Christmas spirit while cramming for finals! make the Gem State Fiji a success. While it is good to hear about what goes on here at 600 U,80 percent of We publish four times a year, more than any other fratemity on the newsletter should campus. 1 want to en you and seeing you at serve as a forum for sure the quality of each issue. This just goes to show the superiority of Pigger 2000.1 will say again, don't be afraid with other alumni. Do our organization and not hesitate to share the strength of our graduate support. 1 speak for all of us Doing What?" insert and drop us a line here sharing graduate news, stories, and memories your memories with us. We enjoying hear 1 look forward to hearing from many of to fill out the "Who's at the house. —Brian W.Post('02) \r\nWHO'S DOING WHAT? Keeping you and your classmates informed Please write legibly Please be sure to check out Phi Gamma Name: Delta on the Internet! On the World Wide Address: City: State: Zip: Web, point your browser to: http://www.uidaho.edu/greek/fiji If you would like to reach us by email, contact Will Omdorff: OmdS 3 71 @uidaho. edu Please send correspondence to: Class: □ Check here if new address Personal News or Message to Anyone: 600 University Ave. Moscow, ID 83843 If possible, send us a photo Engagement/Marriage/Births, Etc.: and a personal biography so we can highlight you in our Alumni Spotlight New Job/Promotions/Awards/Honors/ Achievements/Transfer/Retirement, Etc.: Thanks for replying to the Gem State Fiji! Any and all support is appreciated. We always look forward to hearing from our valuable alumni. —Brian W. Post, current GSF Editor. Post2201@uidaho.edu or (208) 885-7051 Please Help Support the Gem State Fiji Without your generous contributions, the regular publication of this newsletter would not be possible. To help, my check is enclosed: EUlOO IZZbsO I [ZZbther_ Please make checks payable to the Gem State Fiji \r\nUPCOMING GRADUATE EVENTS Celebrate the New Year Please join us for an Informal gathering of Phi cam Brothers, we will share stories from the past of 600 u. as well as Ideas for the future! • January 5,2000-6:30 P.M. • Noodles - Downtown Boise • No host bar and pizza • Ultra-Casual!!!!!! crab your pledge brothers and come celebrate being a Fiji In the new millennium! Pia Diniitr aeeo The first Norrls Pig Dinner of the Miilennium wiii be heid at 600 university this spring. A great time to see the house, meet the brothers and taik of coiiege days! • Saturday April 15, 2000 We iove to see as many Graduate Brothers at these events as possibie...come join in the giory of Phi Gamma Deita and show that being a Fiji is not for coiiege days alone. For information or comments please contact Will Omdorffat(208)885-4258 or om(i537l@uidaho.edu