The Deltan Bucknell University ‐ Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity ‐ Fall 2011 Edition DELTA ASSOCIATION UPDATE By: David “Whitey” Berardinelli (1993) - Delta Association President Season’s Greetings! ues to deepen as the brotherhood grows in numbers and sees itself comprised of more and more leaders on campus. I am happy to report that the undergraduates and graduate leadership continue to work very hard together to advance the “The undergrads would Delta Chapter’s climb back to excellence among all student organizations at benefit from hearing your Bucknell. We seek to be a place where stories and knowing what we can all once again feel proud of and welcomed at upon returning to campus. made the Phi Gam experience Now well into our third year after reopening, the “new” brotherhood continues to recruit new members representing a variety of campus activities, including football, lacrosse, and soccer. Their understanding of the critical importance of the “year-round process of rush” contin- so special for you.” The road back to prominence is still a long one, and the support of all brothers, current and alumni, is important now more than ever. Changes abound at Bucknell and throughout higher educa- tion. Many aspects of our college and fraternity experience are no longer the case today. But most importantly, while many challenges and “growing pains” still remain, I am happy to say that the core character and personalities of these young men intermesh well with our proud tradition. If you have an opportunity to return to Lewisburg in the near future, please stop by the Greystone. The undergrads would benefit from hearing your stories and knowing what made the Phi Gam experience so special for you. CHAPTER PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS By: Patrick Joyce (2012) - Chapter President It is safe to say that the Delta house has officially regained its position as the dominant house on campus. Increasing its numbers to a five-year high,50 members has brought increased leadership to the revitalized chapter. The new Cabinet’s first semester at the helm was marked by hard work in giving back to the community and educating the new members on the five core values of friendship, knowledge, service, morality, and excellence. Yet another strong class of 20 new members, ranging from football and lacrosse players to on-campus leaders, sets the future bar for the Delta chapter high. The top tier Greystone mansion, hosted by myself and team captain Sean Rafferty (2012), was open for a second consecutive summer for the football team in preparation of a promising season. Throughout the fall semester, the Delta house worked hard to meet its Plan For Prominence requirements and continue to enhance our image. The chapter was able to complete over 600 hours of community service and generate more than $800 in philanthropy in just a few short months. The brothers coached the sisters of Pi Beta Phi to a confident victory over the sisters of Kappa Kappa Gamma in a powder-puff thriller in which all proceeds were donated to a local animal shelter, Mostly Mutts. I am proud to announce that Phi Gamma Delta now has representation on the IFC executive board with Bill Prendeville (2013) as the new Re- cruitment Chair. Moreover, Tim Bolte (2012) was awarded Patriot League Football-Scholar Athlete of the Year, and Sean Rafferty (2012) and Frank DeNick (2012) earned second team AllPatriot League honors for defense and offense, respectively. The brothers of the Delta house look forward to the spring for chances to increase our numbers by adding more quality members and keeping the house as full as it is now. The integrity of Delta’s brothers is shown through their continued hard work through community involvement in addition to athletic and extra-curricular obligations. \r\nThe Deltan Page 2 NOTES FROM THE CHAPTER OFFICERS “This semester has been a huge success for our chapter. The new cabinet is making big strides to continue to improve the fraternity. We managed to recruit a very solid pledge class; a great mix of guys who are dedicated to the fraternity and strive for excellence in and outside the classroom. The pledges are very motivated and eager to get involved. There were several great nominees during pledge class elections, and many guys have stepped up as leaders and have already had a great impact on our chapter's success. We wrapped up last semester with a 3.21 GPA and are striving to improve it even more. In the Lewisburg community, we are working hard to promote a positive image. We have been dedicating hundreds of hours to helping youth in the Donald Heiter Center and are about to kickoff the 2nd Annual FIJI Food Drive. In addition, we have been helping with various school-sponsored events that benefit local charities and organizations. Lastly, we have done a great job with risk management, helping to build a positive relationship with the school and the IFC. The new cabinet is following the example set by the older brothers and with the help of the new pledge class, we are continuing to improve the chapter.” FIJI that the alumni have shared with us on their visits back to campus.” - Dylan Burke (2013) – Recording Secretary “The past year and a half has been a learning experience for every one of the members of the Delta Chapter. As a group, we have been through good and bad times strengthening the life long relationships with our brothers while fostering a strong bond with the values and traditions of FIJI. The addition of another strong pledge class has solidified our foundation in the Bucknell community. The sophomore class has brought much to the organization, including several leaders, strong academic awareness, and motivation to give back to the community. The pledge class understands the effort that has gone into bringing FIJI back to a respectable status on campus which is something that all of the brothers appreciate.” - Bill Prendeville (2013), Corresponding Secretary “I have been fortunate enough to live in the house for the past two semesters and I am happy to say that they have been my - Colton Weaver (2013), Treasurer/ best so far at Bucknell. As Historian, I Vice President have been trying to connect the gap between alumni and current members; all “After a full year of being around the Delta the while, educating the new pledges rehouse, I have come to learn many things garding the great history of FIJI. Workabout how much goes into running our ing with the old and new cabinet, I have chapter. Re-establishing the house as a been trying to continue rituals and tradidominant entity on campus goes much tions that have been passed down for deeper than our social scene. Every semesmany years. That being said, I would ter has been a learning and growing procvalue any insight from graduates. Feel ess and we feel as though we are on our free to send me an email at way to bringing FIJI back to its prominent JRB059@bucknell.edu to catch up on any stature. We have a close knit group of rituals that you remember or valued. It guys who are dedicating themselves to has been an excellent fall semester and I getting the little things done. From the know that the best is yet to come for the pledges on up to the brothers, guys have chapter.” stepped forward and have expressed the desire to do more in order to not only keep - Josh Briskman (2013), Historian things running, but to keep growing. Next fall is huge for our house and everyone is “We are extremely excited to host the Pig working to insure a strong foundation that Dinner this spring and continue this longwill run like clock-work as we add new lasting tradition. Last year, the dinner was members. Big things are to come from this a big success and it provided the brothers chapter and we are excited to create the an experience that will always be remem- bered. The coming semester will bring a lot of new opportunities for us as we are finally a Greek organization with three full classes. I am so gratified to be part of such a special community of young men. We have an excellent pledge class that includes individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and, yet, together we continue to grow closer to each other and learn through each other. As Pledge Class President, I have been exposed to the work of the Cabinet and the members are teaching me the fine details of fraternity life and what it takes to create and maintain a brotherhood as close as the one we have. I am excited to continue to work together with the Cabinet, the brothers, and my pledge brothers to grow closer in creating the brotherhood that we all dream to be a part of.” - Sam Philip (2014), Pledge Class President "Throughout this semester, my pledging experience has created so many fond and long-lasting memories. The 2014 pledge class is a group of enthusiastic young men willing to go above and beyond all that is expected of them to ensure the continuing success of this fraternity. With a vast range of people from a variety of sporting and geographic backgrounds, pledges and brothers have been able to learn and develop from the differing skills, experiences and backgrounds that each brother contributes. It is clear that we are continually looking to further our positive contributions to campus life with active involvement in academics, the community, and athletics. The depth of this involvement has helped develop a strong sense of brotherhood and belonging within the fraternity. The remainder of the pledge class and I are proud to be associated with this historic and reputable organization as we continue to learn the five core values – Friendship, Knowledge, Service, Morality and Excellence." - Martin Webster (2014), Pledge Class Secretary \r\nPage 3 FIJI FLASHBACK Bid Acceptance Day - November 1986 Luigi Fiji - March 1985 2004 Graduates (l -r): Steve Finlan, Jeff Arek, Steve Alexander, and Jack Karlson. Pre-Fiji Island - May 1983 DELTA ASSOCIATION MESSAGE By: Peter Cook (1992) - Delta Association Board Member How much is/was your FIJI experience worth to you? Your honest answer to this question has never been more important! As you have already read, Delta Chapter is on the rise once again. We are growing steadily and attracting some of Bucknell’s finest young men. And to keep our momentum going on a rapidly changing campus and college environment, we need your help. • The University still holds a $11,000 (approximately) mortgage on the house. Upon paying off this mortgage, we will be the only fraternity not owned, in some capacity, by the University. This must be a priority. • Bucknell is moving ahead with its plans to build new student and fraternity (affinity) housing on its (relatively) newly purchased land behind TKE. KDR and Lambda Chi will be the first to relocate. http://www.bucknell.edu/x72320.xml At some point, the rest of the University owned fraternities are due to follow. The Delta Chapter must have the financial resources to enhance its ability to attract leaders and preserve its independence from the University. Only our graduates can enable this to happen. 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