FIT! TIGER Lambda Continues Its Progression of Success As the spring semester wound down at DePauw, Lambda Chapter was far from dor of the chapter with compliments and described the gathering as an excellent academic catalyst. mant. On March 18, we initiated 25 new At the end March, we received a visit from Brent Wehage, a field secretary from the inter national headquarters. Brother Wehage stayed for a few days to evaluate the overall chapter standing, review finances, meet with the incom ing class of members, and discuss leadership strategies with the cabinet. By the end of the visit, we received the highest evaluation score of his assigned chapters. brothers, who successfully completed their pledge education. This new class constitutes the largest group of new members within the past four years and consists of high-caliber men—diverse in culrural backgrounds, inter ests, and academic concentrations. Continuing a legacy that began in 2005, Lambda sat atop the fraternal academic rank ings with a 3.378 CPA. This was an improve ment of 0.03 points compared to the previous Mike Osborn '13 delivers the state of the chapter address to a round of clicks from fared Norman '12 and Scott Mikulecky. spring semester. The chapter house played host to a success ful Scholarship Dinner the day after initiation, with a dining room full of broth srju ers and 15 to 20 of our favorite faculty members. Our keynote speaker was President Casey, who took a couple of minutes to address the audience before opening and moderating a forum to discuss the future of Greek involvement in Distinguished Lambda Graduates (I to r): Stan McCoy '93, Boh Kleinops '70, and Buck Thornhurg '63 with Kit Lortz '62. The Frank Norris Pig Dinner took place on April 14, and fostered an atmosphere of laughter, award presentations, and anecdotes of yesteryear. Our guest speaker was Archon Vice President Scott Mikulecky, who has since been elected Archon President. Brother Martin Hughes'11 gave a rousing rendition of the Exile's Toast, and the post-dirmer revelry continued into the night. Jared Norman '12 was extraordinary as emcee and Pig Dinner chair this year. Another annual event. Isle, introduced the new members to an additional FIJI tradition. A plethora of decorations and a live band made this event an instant success. We received guests from all corners of campus, and a neighbor, DePauw's professor of cello studies, even left his windows open to enjoy the concert. academia. In the following weeks, the attending fac Upon the completion of final exams, the ulty approached members (continued on page five) Annual Pig Dinner Recap The agenda for the day included brunch, the Distinguished Lambda Graduates included: Robert K. Kleinops '70, Stanford K. McCoy '93, and James F. Thornburg '33 (ad astra). Fredrick F. "Buck" Thornburg '63 accepted on behalf of the Thornburg family, including, Brian Thornburg '89. George C. "Kit" Lortz Distinguished Lambda Graduate program, a '62 presided and Chapter President Michael Lambda held its Annual Frank Norris Pig Dinner on April 14. The dinner was well attended by a total of 130 graduate and undergraduate brothers. Graduate Brothers of all eras returned to join in the festivities. presentation on house corporation planning, Osborn '13 welcomed a reception, and the dinner! Scott Mikulecky (Colorado State '82), then Archon Vice inductee best exemplified the core values of the fraternity: friendship, knowledge, service, morality, and excellence. Each inductee con President and now Archon President, deliv ered the keynote address for dinner. Archon Cameron McDougai (Wabash '12) also attendees. Each tinues to be involved with Lambda. Bob Kleinops talked about his experiences Scott Mikulecky (Colorado State 82} deliver- attended—and fit right in for a Wally! Graduate Brothers inducted as (continued on page three) ing the keynote address at our Pig Dinner. DEPAUWF111.COM - FALL 2012 \r\nFIJIs and the Academic Awards Convocation Every spring, DePauw rec ognizes students for their scho attend Ohio State University to pursue a doctorate in compara tive studies. David C. Jensen '68 was the last FIJI to receive the Walker Cup. Sam Holley-Kline '12 is the second Lambda FIJI to earn a Fulbright Award. Sam lastic and co-curricular achieve ments at the Academic Awards Convocation. Lambda was well-represented with 25 differ ent FIJIs receiving a total of 45 awards. Two Lambda FIJIs stood out for their accomplishments— Nicholas Flores '12 received the will study in Mexico for the year. His study and research Walker Cup, which is awarded will concentrate on "Ancient to the senior who has done the Pyramids, Modern Populations: Totonac Perspectives on El Tajin (Mexico)." Seth Elder '08 most for DePauw, and Samuel T. Holly-Kline '12 received the Fulbright Scholarship. Nic received the Walker Cup Nic Flores receives the "^Walker Cup." for his contributions as execu tive vice president of Student Government, his service in the Bonner Scholars program, and his roles on several committees on campus: The Committee for Latino Concerns, United DePauw, and the DePauw of the Pulliam Center for Contemporary Media; Media Fellow and Honors Scholar graduate for "Life beyond the Haze: The Risks, Reasons, and Rewards of Dealing and Doing in College." Reid T. Conner '13, DePauw Computer Science Honor Society. Bryan A. Edwards '12, Science Research Fellow; Senior Showcase, Philosophy, Six Lambda FIJIs—Samuel for "Research in Prison Populations" on informed consent for incarcerated popula tions in medical research; Phi Sigma Tau, national honor society for philosophy; National Bioethics Bowl Team Champion. Nicholas Flores '12, Walker Cup; 1. Nelle Barnhart Award for outstanding contributions to co-curricular life in sup port of the university's academic mission; T. Holley-Kline '12, Alex S. Lopatka '12, Andrew S. Pfaff ing senior in sociology and anthropology; was the first Lambda FIJI to receive a Fulbright Award for research in Macedonia. '12, Due A. Pham '12, Son D. Pham '13, and Ashwin A. Upasani '12—were induct ed into Phi Beta Kappa, and Patrick M. Speranza '12 was tion, Nic served as a Compton inducted into Pi Kappa Lambda Center intern. Environmental Music Honorary for scholar Sam Holley-Kline Policy intern, Sustainability ship and musicianship. intern, and as a domestic abuse intern for FIJIs recognized include:James W. Burgess Putnam County Family Services. Nic deliv '13, DePauw Computer Science Society. ered the senior class address at commence Matthew W. Cecil '12, Gertrude and ment in May 2012. Brother Flores will G. D. Grain Award for most effective use Environmental Club. In addi Paul C. Click Award for the outstand Honors Scholar in sociology and anthro pology for work on the subject of "Political Negotiation of Identities: Latina/os and LGBTQ Campus Communities." Brian D. Good '14, Sigma Pi Sigma National Physics Honorary. Dylan Howard '12 outstanding senior in Greek language. Samuel T. Holley-Kline '12, Fulbright Grant; Phi Beta Kappa; Laurel H. and Esther (continued on page four) Alumni Weekend Leads Into Lambda's 157th Year! There is so much enthusiasm for Lambda's success and for its future! Kit Lortz and the rest of the class of 1962 celebrated their 50th anniversary as Graduate Brothers together, along with nearly 30 more Graduate Brothers from Other years. Around five or six under graduate brothers saw "not for college days alone" in action, including some strong tes timonials as everyone shared stories of Fiji's impact on their lives, while enjoying a fine lunch prepared by Maria and Patty. Doug Mitchell displayed new architectur al renderings developed to enable Lambda's 47-year-old chapter house to fully com pete with university housing alternatives and study facilities. With the chapter's 10-plus years of strong academic performance and campus leadership, its undergraduate mem bership level, and graduate support organi zations, it is time to bring the house and its infrastructure to a level that can sustain all that has been accomplished. Not to overstate the case, the audience responded to these plans with enthusiasm! TIGERFIJI • Our newsletter would not be complete without an invitation for all of you to come back to Greencastle to the Phi Gam house. The responses from Graduate Brothers—vir tually without exception—say over and over, "I'm so glad I returned to where I got my Start in life, and how good it is to see what Phi Gamma Delta is still doing to develop young men here at DePauw." This Alumni Weekend demonstrated again that the story of Lambda's accomplishments cannot merely be told, it must be experienced in Greencastle among the brothers. We encourage you to find a way to come back to see your chapter. By the way. Pig Dinner is one of the best times to visit the chapter, coming next April. More than 130 brothers attended this past spring to hear Scott Mikulecky, Archon Vice President. Come see us! Kit Lortz '62 and Doug Mitchell '70 House Corporation Co-Presidents I (Graduate Brothers and spouses enjoy lunch, conversation, memories, and good times with undergraduates during a luncheon at the house on June 9. For those who remember, no peanut butter was served! DEPAUWFljI.COM Alumni Weekend Luncheon \r\nClass of '62 Celebrates Alumni Weekend and its 50th Reunion Nine members of the Lambda FIJI class of 1962 returned to DePauw for their 50th col lege Reunion in June. Events for the Reunion started on Wednesday, June 6, and lasted until Sunday,June 10. The weekend included several visits to the FIJI house with a lun cheon on Saturday and social gathering with 1962 Thetas, spouses, and other 1962 class mates on Saturday evening. Other Lambda FIJIs returning for their Reunions included members from 1967 (45th), 1972 (40th), 1987 (25th), 1992 (20th), and 2002 (10th). Many of these FIJIs and spouses were able to attend the Saturday luncheon at the FIJI house. We served approximately 60 people for the luncheon. The gathering lasted two to three hours and included a lot of visiting, reminiscing, and the opportunity to view and talk about the plans for FIJI expansion. Many thanks to Maria, our house direc tor, and especially the FIJI undergraduates for keeping the house in good shape and helping with the greeting and hosting of all the alumni The class of 2962;(I to r) Kit Lortz, Dick Fairchild, Bert Fiybels, John Hederick, Wally Foitz DePaiiw Tiger, Tod Datvson,Jim Ross, Kent Howard, and Bill Graham. who returned for reunion. Kit Lortz'62 Annual Pig Dinner Recap (continued from page one) as an undergraduate while working for the Marion County Sheriff's Department and his continuing service to Lambda. Bob, a retired custom-home builder in Indianapolis, fre quently contributes his expertise to Lambda on house improvements and is a member of the architectural committee for the house. Doug Mitchell '70 presented preliminary designs for house reno vations. The focus was on soliciting comments, suggestions, and input on the planning with a strong emphasis on additional ideas from all His examples of his Lambda days were poi in attendance. There was gnant and reminded all that FIJI is "not for college days alone." Stan McCoy reflected on his years as an undergraduate, the shenanigans in the early an abundance of ideas, and this process contin Our newsest brothers bringing in the pig! ues, so please know all ideas are encouraged best CPA (a 4.0 for J.D.). The ring was pre and welcome! The FIJI Band entertained sented by Chapter Scholarship Chair Will during the reception that followed. Calderwood '14, who was a contender until '90s and Lambda academics at the time, not ing the chapter's achievements over the past decade. His "stories" brought smiles and laughter (and perhaps some memories) to The highlight of the night was the Pig Dinner! As is custom,the oldest graduate and Graduate Brothers! youngest new member in attendance planted Buck Thornburg accepted on behalf of his father and spoke of the impact DePauw and a kiss on the pig to symbolize the bond Lambda had on his father's life and career, including James's close friendship with Edwin C. Boswell '33. James, a founder of the law firm Barnes & Thornburg in Indianapolis, was one of the country's early tax attorneys. James was nationally recognized as a leader in the field with his publications, lectures, and service on tax advisorv boards. that all FIJIs share, regardless of age. The dinner's keynote speaker, Scott Mikulecky, spoke passionately about FIJI—its past and especially its future. He commended Lambda Chapter for its accomplishments. The chapter presented awards to broth ers for exceptional accomplishments. J.D. Hoover '14 received the Dirks Scholarship a "statistical error" resulted in an A-minus in one course! Graduate Brothers and undergraduate brothers continued to converse and enjoy one anothers' company late into the night. This year's Frank Norris Pig Dinner brought brothers of all generations together, and showed that FIJI is not for college days alone. Congratulations to the award win ners, and we look forward to seeing more Graduate Brothers next year! Perge! ring, presented to the sophomore with the DEPAUWF1II.COM David Carrett '13 • FALL 2012 \r\nMusic and Mosquitoes! Conducting in Maine When I decided to attend the Conductor's Retreat at Medomak, I did not anticipate the nervous beads of sweat, constant knots in my stomach, rollercoaster rides of emo tion, and tons of mosquitoes. About 18 days of mosquito bites tested my will, but they became a rite of passage. Nestled in the small town of Washington, Maine, Medomak is the home of the Conductor's Retreat, now in its 16th year, directed by Ken Kiesler. Professor Kiesler— or "Ken," as he instructs us to call him—is a distinguished conductor who teaches at the University of Michigan. He produces top conductors who place with major orchestras throughout the United States. Like many of his students, I chose to spend 18 busy and challenging days this summer learning from him. We spent each day studying scores, refin ing our aural skills, freeing-up our body movements, and conducting before our col leagues. I still get knots in my stomach when I think of walking to the podium and lifting my arms only to hear, "Stop. Arms out. Stick [baton] parallel to the floor; focus on the tip [of the baton], and stay with the sound." Sometimes this all happens before the down being cut-throat and aggressively ambitious. However, Ken unites his students not only with the common desire to improve, but by binding us with the passion that we share for the music we create. Here lies the difference between Medomak and other conducting workshops: It thrives not only by connecting people with music, but with one another. When I consider the time I spent at Medomak, I remember the amazing food, studying, and swims to escape the pressures of the day. However, what I remember most is the transformation I experienced. I entered with the belief that I knew a thing or two about conducting, and I left realizing that although I have a lot to learn, I am on the path to success. Orlando Ramirez'13 beat of the first bar! Each conductor has 10 minutes on the podium, but every detail is scrutinized, and a minute feels like an eter nity. The hours go by slowly as we watch one another conduct and grow. We are all subject to the same emotional distress, but we perse vere and grow from these experiences. D.C. Intern Instead of Polar Bears Despite our anxiety, the conductors at the retreat shower one another with tons of support. Conductors are notorious for FIJIs and the Academic Awards Convocation After receiving the last of the rejection letters from the various internship programs that I applied to in Washington, D.G., I was convinced that I would spend another summer working with polar bears as a "translator" at my hometown zoo—although it's incred ibly fun, it does not do much to further my academic and professional interests. However, when I sat down in room 212 of the Lambda (continued from page two) department; Merle Royse Walker Award for the outstanding senior in modern or Award for proficiency in theater and future professional achievement; Honors Scholar, Music Education, for "Enriching Lives: My Student-Teaching Experience." Andrew S. Pfaff '12, Phi Beta Kappa; house with Brother Phil Heyde '72 during the annual Frank Norris Pig Dinner, Phil said, "Let me introduce you to someone." Within three hours, Phil had introduced me to Brother Stanford McCoy '93, who works as the assis Joseph F. Gillespie Medical Fellowship for tant U.S. trade representative and head of the classical languages; Sigma Delta Pi National Spanish Honorary; Lambda Alpha National a senior pre-medical student for advanced education; John Ricketts Prize in physical Office of Intellectual Property and Innovation. Honor Society in anthropology; Dr. Irving Serlin Distinguished Honor Scholar Award chemistry; Phi Lambda Upsiion Chemistry Honor Society; Sigma Delta Pi National {senior honors graduate who best exempli fies the ideals of an honors scholar); Honors Scholar for "Conservation of the City of the Gods: Teotihuacan, 1891-1922." Vishal Khandelwal '1.1, Art Department Scholarship. Alexander M. Landerville '1.1, Ethics Bowl Team—national competition debating complex moral issues. Honor Society in Spanish. Due A. Pham '12, Phi Beta Kappa. Son D. Pham '11, Phi Beta Kappa. Patrick M. Speranza '12, Pi Kappa my resume, and I was soon accepted into one of the most sought-after internship programs in D.C. I spent an incredible eight weeks work ing for Stan's staff as they negotiated inter national agreements, set United States trade L. Turk Prize in Spanish for the senior with the highest GPA and contributions to the Alex S. Lopatka '12, Phi Beta Kappa; Honors Scholar, Geosciences, for "Suitability for Carbon Sequestration Couple Brine Extraction in the Glen Canyon Group, USA." jared P. Norman '12, Don Campbell Award for senior man contributing the Lambda; Leah Cunnutt Prize as the out standing senior in the School of Music majoring in music education or piano. Wei Tao'14, Donald J. Cook Scholarship for a gifted sophomore or junior majoring in chemistry. Ashwin A, Upasani '12, Phi Beta Kappa; Senior Showcase program, physics and astron omy, "Studying Unusual Magnetic Behavior Q TlGERFl)! • DEPAUWFl)l.COM policy, and worked to fulfill the mission of the President. In addition, as an employee of the Executive Office of the President, I was given incredible opportunities to see how various agencies of the government worked together, including at the White House and Trademark and Copyright Office. Furthermore, I met and talked with representatives of each of these agencies. I am so grateful for the experience I had this past summer, and I can only thank Congratulations and Perge! Phil and Stan for making this opportunity pos sible. Their generosity was, above anything else, a reminder that "FIJI is not for college days alone." David Garrett '1.3 .Sam Leist '14 in Ce, Co^ Sn^^ using Neutron Scattering." most to DePauw theater; Barbara Petty I talked with Stan, who agreed to review \r\nReturning From America to China This summer provided me with the oppor tunity to return to China. However, this time I returned to teach middle-school children English, visit relatives, and review the Chinese language. I was excited about the opportu nity, but I was slightly apprehensive since the school I would be teaching at was the same one I had gone to when I was younger. Furthermore, a high to communicate since most of the children did not have a strong grasp on English. This was coupled with the fact that, like in all classrooms, the majority of the students did not feel particularly compelled to participate. This left two or three girls to carry on the discussion. I would have preferred to be interrogated rather than reaching for topics of conversation. Most number of the teachers would students would stare at me with a recognize me. This was sure to wide grin only to blush and hide be an interesting and beneficial their faces when 1 asked them a question. Eventually, 1 figured out what topics they had been learning prior to my arrival and helped them experience to the children since the school is located in a rural area, and rarely has the opportunity to invite native English speakers to prepare the children for their exams. When I arrived in town, I expected some sort of briefing prior to the beginning of class, but this was not the case. On my first day, I spent some time meeting the fac ulty and was then pointed to a seventh-grade classroom. I was promptly left by a teacher who shrugged and told me that she had set the day as a free day and had not prepared a lesson plan. Things soon became difficult. I spent some time asking the students questions, and began receiving questions about life in review that material. Fortunately, as 1 experienced more casual conversations outside the classroom, and spent more time with the students, they became more cooperative, friendly, and responsive. 1 also got to know some of the other teachers at the school, and ended up staying after school several times to help them with their English pronunciations. Although the conditions were difficult and the buildings were the same that 1 had used Brother Receives Distinguished Service Award at 164th Ekklesia At the 164th Ekklesia in New Orleans, Brother Stanford McCoy '93 received a Distinguished Service Award by a Graduate Brother "for a lifetime of exceptionally out standing service to the Lambda Chapter." Stan is one of three recognized by the international fraternity during the Ekklesia. Stan is an active participant in Lambda's Mentoring Program and assists undergraduate brothers with intern ships in Washington, D.C. He accepted one Lambda HJl as an intern under his supervision this past summer. Stan serves as the head of the Office of Intellectual Property and Innovation in the Office of the United States Trade Repres entative, Executive Office of the President. Stan was induaed as a Distinguished Lambda Graduate at the Pig Dinner in April. Stan and Nathalie were joined by their first child (a son) Benjamin, bom May 27, 2012. Lambda Chapter congratulates Brother McCoy on his award and newborn son! 12 years ago, 1 consider seeing education from the other side of the lectern a valuable Sam Leist'14 and enjoyable experience. Kunyu Fang '15 the United States. It was sometimes difficult Lambda Continues Bryan Edwards'12 on National Champion Bioethics Bowl Team Its Progression of Success (continued from page one) The DePauw Bioethics Bowl debate of viruses, depleting animal populations, in chapter bid farewell to its class of 20 seniors; Denver this past spring. Bryan Edwards vitro fertilization and the the seniors' various talents were acknowl '12 presented DePauw's argument in the final round against Georgetown University on the ethical acceptability of high dose estrogen therapy to stunt the growth of severely handicapped people. Other team members (not Fljls) included Bethany Buis, rights of unborn infants, edged and all received accolades. Among the many noteworthy brothers were two recently team won the national competition in Benjamin Hoffman, Mohammad Usman, and Cole Rodman. DePauw won all six of its matches against the University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill, University of Miami, University of Central Florida, and Georgetown. Each team was given 15 topics for debate,and each team member was responsible for arguing three topics. Other topics included international adoptions, development of advanced strands among others. The com petition is part of the National Undergraduate Bioethics Conference. Bryan graduated in May 2012, major ing in philosophy and biology. He is study ing biology at Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis, this fall. Editor's Note: Bryan said to check his Face book page for a picture—all 2,305 photos! Eight were selected for vote by his pledge brothers and undergradu ates. The "Canuck" photo prevailed in a close vote. recognized as outstanding in the eyes of the university: Nicholas Flores, who won the Walker Cup, and Samuel Holley-Kline, who was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship. The 164th Ekklesia offered an illuminating view of the many chapters of the fraternity and recognized exceptional traits of committee pro grams or chapter members. Lambda received the John Templeton McCarty Achievement award and recognition for Superior AcademicAchievement. Stanford McCoy '93 was recog nized with an award for distinguished service by a graduate brother for the Coulter Cup. Without a doubt, 1 am proud of Lambda's recent successes and look forward to even greater ones in the semester to come. TIGERFIJI is published regularly by Lambda Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. News and photos should be sent to Alumni Records Office, Lambda Chapter, Phi Gamma Delta, P.O. Box 40367, Michael Osborn '13 President Indianapolis, IN 46240-0367. DEPAUWFIII.COM - FALL 2012 \r\nGRADUATE BROTHER NEWS Glenn C. Hannah '52 has been a director of Methodist hospitals of Merrillville and Gary, Indiana, for the past 37 years. He was a past Athletic Hall of Fame. Catch up with Jeff at 642 Tomlinson Ter., Lake Mary, FL 32746; jelortz642@aol.com. chairman of the board (1982-1986), and is presently chairman of nominating and invest ment committees. Reconnect with him by writing to 479 Scarborough Rd., Valparaiso, IN 46385; gch2000@comcast.net. Robert L. "Bob" Erickson '58 submitted a cor rection from the past issue of Tiger FIJI: "Jim Kelly '57 played golf at the Montclair Golf Club and met 'the Sage of Montclair, Yogi Berra.' The address listed is not mine, but Jim Kelly's. He lives in Darien, Cormecticut." Get in touch with Bob at 19 Erwin Park Rd., Montclair, NJ 07042; rLx2ericksonrl@msn.com. "I had a great time with Wally Foltz '62 and Buck Thornburg '63 when they visited Naples this past April," reported Donald M. "Don" Goodwillie Jr. '61. "Bill Morrison '61 lives here, so we all got together, and Jim Force '61 visited early in April. I sure hope any of the brothers who get to Naples give me a call!" Catch up with Don by writing to 4324 Pond Apple Dr. N, Naples, FL 34119; or by sending email to dmgnap@aol.com. Mark Johnson '88 is the director of external Care Association in Washington, D.C. He previously served as assistant public rela tions manager for the American Society of Landscape Architects. Get in touch with him at mikejustincowden@gmail.com. affairs for the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Prior to joining the museum, Mark was the deputy director of communica Michael Lutz'09 graduated from the University of Colorado, Boulder Law School, where he tions for the North Carolina Governor's Office was a member of the law review. Mike was and previously a reporter for Charlotte, North Carolina, newspapers covering the state capi tal. Email Mark at mdj822@gmail.com. a semifinalist in the National Moot Court Stanford K. McCoy '93 and his wife, Nathalie, are the proud parents of son, Benjamin Kenneth McCoy, born on May 27, 2012. Stan is learn ing how to change diapers and doing quite well from all reports. Mom is doing well, especially with Stan on paternity leave for a few weeks. Congratulate Nathalie and Stan via email at stanfordkmccoy@yahoo.com. J. Logan Mayfield IV '03 has completed his doctorate in computer science at the University of Cincinnati. Logan is an assistant professor of computer science at Monmouth College in Illinois. Logan; his wife, Sarah; and son, James reside in Monmouth. In his spare time, Logan is a Competition, Region 11, and runner-up in the Rothgerber Moot Court Competition. He is interested in a career with litigation. Reach out to him at 1893 Blairmore Rd., Lexington, KY 40502. Darren Vicgas '10 is a digital activation asso ciate at Starcom MediaVest Group. He is responsible for developing and managing digi tal marketing campaigns for companies such as Hallmark Cards. Martin Hughes '11 joined the Oil Lamp Theater Company as an actor at its new location in Glenview, Illinois (Chicago area). He will be appearing in Sumniertime—Livin' Easy—A Festival of One Act Plays (which opened August 10, 2012). homebrewer. Write to him at 1015 F. Broadway, "While I only was a Tiger FIJI for two years, those years were terrific," writes James N. Ross Jr. '62. "Lasting relationships remain with many who have contributed so much to Lambda Chapter—Kit Lortz '62, Wally Foltz '62, Buck Thornburg '63, Dick Fairchild '62, and other pledge brothers. Ours was a fantastic group that has contributed much to society—and it is great to hear that the chapter brothers are now doing the same so well! I've been fortunate in my career as a veterinarian to have had a number of terrific mentors—Dr. Robert Hamlin at Ohio State; Dr. Michael DeRackey at Baylor College of Medicine; and others who have inspired me. I encourage all to be mentors to others. I've most enjoyed seeing those I've mentored achieve excessive success!" Contact James by sending postal mail to 21 Blackthorn Dr., Southborough, MA 01772; or by sending email to james.ross@tufts.edu. Jim Knapp '63 is keeping busy volunteering at a hospital where his wife, Debbie, works; at the library; concert hall; Suns baseball games; and as supervisor of elections. Jim is known as the neighborhood "dog whisperer" and dogsits for free! Stay in touch with him at 108 Sea Lily Ln., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082; jimknpp@gmail.com. Monmouth,IL 61462; peglog@swbell.net. Aaron Gotway '05 has been named national sales manager for Mansci, Inc., a medical instruments company. Aaron will continue to be based in Indianapolis. Congratulate Aaron by sending email to agotway@gmail.com. David B. Badger '06 completed his doctorate in chemistry at the University of South Florida. He has been doing cancer research since. Send congratulations to him at 1661 Rushing Way, Columbus, OH 43235. brother Eric's ('68) induction into DePauw's for the New York Times in Gainsville, Florida. He served Lambda as chapter president and was also editor-in-chief of The DePauw stu dent newspaper. Caleb J. Beasley '06 and his wife, Ashley, wel comed Grace Catherine Beasley to the world on May 29, 2012. Mom, Grace, and dad are doing fine, although mom reports Grace has dad's appetite! Grace joins sister, Kylee. Send congrat ulations to them at calebjbeasley@gmail.com. Projesh Banerjea '08 has joined the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority as an associate for the infrastructure team. The ADIA is responsible for investments securing the future of the United Arab Emirates. Projesh previously worked as an investment analyst at Macquarie Bank in the London offices and JP Morgan in New York City. He received his Master of Science, in eco nomics from the London School of Economics Jeffrey F. Lortz '65 attended the FIJI Island Dance this past year with his nephews, Mark and Ryan, and their wives, Amy and Janis. They were on campus for his younger Matthew Welch '11 has joined the North American Interfraternity Council as coordi nator for IFC services at its headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana. Matt will work proactively with students, NIC member fraternities, and higher-education partners to foster opti mal IFC operations by delivering ongoing edu cation, training, and resources to IFC and host institutions. Matt previously was a copy editor as a Jack Kent Cooke Scholar. Contact Projesh via email at projeshb@gmail.com. Michael Cowden '08 is now a public affairs media specialist for the American Health AD ASTRA Clarence L. Miller '47: May 27, 2011 William B. Walker '48 James M. Gilbert '50: February 26, 2011 Joseph B. Messing '53: September 24, 2011 Robert W. Griffith '62: January 25, 2011 Frank L. Green '64 John P. McCormick '65 William G. Turner Jr. '65: March 15, 2008 William M. Scaife '69: September 8, 2011 Thomas G. Lueder '86: March 29, 2011