ROSE FIJI Rho Phi Chapter at Rose Hulman Institute of Technology ‐ Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity FIJI FOOTBALL RUN 2012 During September 28 -29, Rho Phi participated in the second annual FIJI Football run with the Hanover Fiji chapter. For those who do not know about the FIJI Football Run, it is a collaborative effort by both the Rho Phi Fijis and the Hanover Fijis to run a football from the RoseHulman campus to the football game at Hanover. If the game is at Rose-Hulman, then the football is run from the Hanover campus to RoseHulman. Our chapters partner with the Red Cross agencies around our respective areas to raise money for the Red Cross. Our chapter raised $4,582.94 for the Red Cross this year. Since the game was at Hanover, our chapter ran This newsletter is dedicated to Mike Cherbak for his dedication and service to the Rho Phi Chapter. He will always be in our memory. Zach Howe (2012) and Caleb Comstock (2014) posing for the camera while running the trail for the 2012 Fiji Football Run. the football from RoseHulman to Indiana University in Bloomington. We met the Hanover Fijis at the Indiana University house. The Hano- ver Fijis ran the football the rest of the way to Hanover College with the help of some attracting an extremely diverse pledge class. Recruitment Chairman Brandon Scroggins “During Bid Tuesday, 50 bids were given, with 40 of those accepting.” Inside this issue: Remembering Michael Cherbak 2 Homecoming - A FIJI Favorite 3 Welcome Pledges 4 Lost Brothers 5 Graduate Updates 6 (Continued on page 2) RECRUITMENT AT ITS BEST Recruitment this year has been an amazing process. The Rho Phi Chapter has come together with all classes working hard and contributing. The Chapter had rush events such as Poker Night, ice cream social, bowling and Noble Romans pizza. But the most important part of rush were the cook-outs and tailgates that the Chapter had that show the variety of members we have Winter 2013 Edition (2014) said, "Rush has been great this year. With so many brothers coming over this year, it really helped make my job easier." During Bid Tuesday, 50 bids were given, with 40 of those accepting. Members of the 2012 pledge class include football players, cross country athletes, baseball players, ROTC (Continued on page 3) SAVE THE DATE Pig Dinner March 9, 2013 6:00 pm \r\nROSE FIJI Page 2 REMEMBERING MICHAEL CHERBAK (1976) Brother Michael J. Cherbak, 58, of Bloomington, passed away Friday, October 5, 2012, at his home with his loving family surrounding him. One of Mike's greatest pleasures was helping with sound, video, lights, and props for the Edgewood Choral Dept. He was instrumental in establishing the Edgewood Choral Foundation, TIS (Christmas Show), and the Contest of Champions. His endless support to the kids at Edgewood Jr. High and High School will never be forgotten. Mike was also known as "Mr. Fix It". His motto was "it doesn't need to be replaced if it can be fixed." Mike is survived by his wife of 35 years, Rhonda (Crouch), daughters: Bryne Yearby (Ronnie), Christi VanHorn (Jeff); grandchildren; Addison and Michael Yearby; mother, Winifred Cher- bak; brothers: Bill Cherbak, Ernest Cherbak, John Cherbak, Ed Cherbak, sister: Andrea Balcerak, and Jean Meyers. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Cherbak, brothers, Derek Cherbak, Louis Cherbak and Emeric Cherbak and sister, Wini Cherbak. Mike will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. Mike was a dedicated member of Phi Gamma Delta. As an undergraduate, Mike served as rush chairman and chapter president. Upon graduation, Mike embraced “Not For College Days Alone.” Mike served as both the president of the Rho Phi House Corporation as well as the president of the Rho Phi Board of Chapter Advisors. Mike was also active in helping brothers secure internships as well as permanent career positions. Mike was quoted as saying, “The greatest joy is giving, and the most satisfying work is helping others.” In 2006, Mike was inducted into the Rho Phi Hall of Fame. FIJI FOOTBALL RUN 2012 continued... (Continued from page 1) of our chapter members. We, as a chapter, would like to thank all the graduates, as well as parents, who donated money this year. We are also very appreciative of the donations from our family members and friends. We hope to keep the Fiji Football Run going for years to come, so that we may continue to raise money for the Red Cross. In order to do so, we will need to continue to be united brothers of Phi Gamma Delta and donate money to the run when we are capable. Congratulations to Andrew Siegle (2013), member of the ISU installation team. UPCOMING FIJI HAPPENINGS February 16, 2013 Indiana State University Recolonization Fall 2013 FIJI expansion to the IUPUI campus July 2014 Indianapolis to host the Ekklesia DO WE HAVE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS? Much of our communication with graduates is through email. However there are some of you for which we do not have valid email addresses. If you have not received any email from us in a while, send us your email at info@rosefiji.com. \r\nPage 3 HOMECOMING - A FIJI FAVORITE Homecoming is one of our favorite times of the year at the Rho Phi Chapter. Each year this is an opportunity for us as an undergraduate chapter to show our respect for those who have gone before us. Each year, the festivities start off Friday night with the annual Pep Rally, Queen Coronation, and Bonfire. This year, the homecoming king was a Rho Phi member, Daniel Maginot, who escorted the queen Alex Bledsoe. Many of this year’s attendees decided to view the bonfire for a very short period of time, before being drenched by the unfortunate torrential downpour. The following day was filled with many festivities, all of which centered around the annual football game against Manchester College. The game proved to be a close match, but in the end, the Fighting Engineers won 28-26 in the last minutes, defending a two-point conversion and a Hail Mary pass. Rho Phi member Kyle Kovach (2013) led the Engineer’s offense with three touchdowns. During the football game, food and refreshments were served by current Rho Phi members at the FIJI tent along the sidelines. Games such as corn hole and hillbilly golf were also provided. The atmosphere was one of enjoyment, and pride in the fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. An even mix of graduate and undergraduate brothers were present, making for an altogether pleasant experience at the game. Following the game, a small reception was held at the chapter house for all graduate and undergraduate brothers. We are proud to host and entertain our graduate brothers every year at homecoming and we are certainly looking forward to Pig Dinner where we will see your shining faces and flowing hair back at our house. Proud to be! RECRUITMENT AT ITS BEST continued... (Continued from page 1) members, track and field athletes, and basketball players. The Chapter is excited for the 2012 pledge class and has high hopes that these men will be the best pledge class ever. It was truly a whole chapter effort with the seniors leading the way. During the bowling rush event at Expo Bowl. At the ice cream social rush event on the Union Patio at Rose-Hulman. \r\nROSE FIJI Page 4 WELCOME PLEDGES Name Hometown Major Chris Michael Grable Cincinnati, OH Biomedical Engineering Tyler Jon Rockwood Prineville, OR Computer Science Andrew Thomas Schuelke La Porte, IN Electrical Engineering Matt Alexander Swintz Indianapolis, IN Civil Engineering Barry William Tomasetti Jr. Landenburg, PA Mechanical Engineering Colton Charles Motz Wadesville, IN Civil Engineering Brandon David Bullitt Lowell, IN Biomedical Engineering Addison David Williams Fishers, IN Biomedical Engineering Ryan Clarence Dick Mount Vernon, IN Mechanical Engineering Ryan John Meyer Greenwood, IN Mechanical Engineering Andrew Arthur Thompson Mundelein, IL Mechanical Engineering Gunnar Allen Hutchison Vincennes, IN Biomedical Engineering Kevin Robert Garon Naperville, IL Chemical Engineering Herman Zachary Lehman Clinton, NY Mechanical Engineering Jeffery Joseph Ludwig Cincinnati, OH Biomedical Engineering Nevin Beck Fansher Noblesville, IN Chemical Engineering Clark Adam Schultz Westfield, IL Chemical Engineering Craig Joseph Larew Indianapolis, IN Mechanical Engineering Joseph Samuel Woodley Jr. Shreveport, LA Mechanical Engineering Tanuj Khanna Houston, TX Chemical Engineering Zack Michael Johnson New Albany, IN Civil Engineering Blair Anthony Briscoe Salem, IN Civil Engineering Trent Thomas Bauters Akron, IN Mechanical Engineering Greg Rudolph Callegari Kenilworth, IL Computer Science Tyler Randall Allison Canton, OH Chemical Engineering Aaron Michael Abbott Lebanon, OH Mechanical Engineering Corey William Vatter Cincinnati, OH Computer Science/Software Engineering Georges Jerome Valcour Burr Ridge, IL Civil Engineering Michael Tyler Albaugh Hartville, OH Civil Engineering Nathaniel James Kinsella Centerville, OH Mechanical Engineering Dakota Jacob Smith New Palestine, IN Mechanical Engineering Christopher John Sander Baileyville, IL Chemical Engineering Daniel Csaba Truckai Saratoga, CA Mechanical Engineering Jason Tyler Waldenmeyer Fort Thomas, KY Mechanical Engineering Jacob Allen Dye Tipton, IN Mechanical Engineering Alec Tanner Mitchell Newburgh, IN Physics Milan Daniel Thakker Lebanon, NJ Biomedical Engineering Kyle Robert Geaestel Belleville, IL Mechanical Engineering Casey Thomas Bedford, IN Mechanical Engineering Michael Hallstien Peoria, IL Mechanical Engineering \r\nPage 5 Pledge class 2016 on bid day. HELP US FIND LOST BROTHERS! Out of 880 living graduate brothers, we know where most of you are located. However, there are a few who have slipped away from us. If you know the location (or email, cell phone) of any of the following Rho Phi brothers, send it to info@rosefiji.com. Michael O. Breitmeyer, PhD Lawrence J. Daly Steven E. Mason Donald B. Daugherty Ian D. Todd Jeffery A. Mathias John N. Hostettler Gregory W. Bielefeld Mark R. Bower Craig S. Dargan Paul W. Kirkeiner 1970 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1987 1987 1987 1987 Thomas G. Wappes Chris A. Leuking Robin M. Riggins Michael C. Arvesen David A. Madsen Christopher Williams Neil E. Harrison David M. Calarco Quintin X. Coppola Jonas L. Troyer 1990 1991 1991 1995 1995 1998 2005 2009 2009 2009 \r\nROSE FIJI Page 6 GRADUATE UPDATES Bob Meyer (1970) On July 1, Bob retired from Procter & Gamble after more than 40 years. He and his wife Linda have relocated to beautiful Southern California and are currently remodeling a house they will soon move into. He has returned to sailing after more than 30 years as a "landlubber," joining a local yacht club, and has started getting involved in other local activities. (No, golf is not one of them!) Rick Pace (1970) The latest news with Rick’s family is the marriage of his youngest daughter, Katharine Cummings Pace, a recent Boston College grad. Mike Lee (1974) Mike just joined the old man club, turning 60 on November 30. No plans for retirement yet, too much to do. He travels a fair amount, mostly with work, a small business that provides concrete cooling equipment to larger projects around the globe. He recently took his two kids, now grown, and his girlfriend, Kathy Edwards, on a trip to Honduras. They spent some time at the ancient Mayan ruins at Copan and at the island of Roatan for snorkeling and fishing. He also has a new concrete treating process he is working on for his business. He bought a new motorcycle last year - Ducati 1100 Monster. He stays reasonably fit. Did the Bloomington Hilly Hundred the last two years and has done some century rides with his brother Ed. They tried to do the "Assault the Peak" to the top of Pikes Peak last summer but the altitude got them. They ran out of time and were turned back with one mile to go. Next year he’ll train at altitude more and make it in time. He lives at about 6,000 ft in Colorado Springs so he thought he'd be OK, but wasn't. Toward the end they were walking more than riding. James D. Tribble (1974) Rick Pace with a sippy cup of water on the lawn trying to get to the cocktail table. Jim is working for Tredegar Film Products in Product Development and currently primarily living in Richmond, VA. His wife Judy still works as the Librarian at SMWC and lives in Brazil. He gets back to Brazil/TH about once every 6 weeks or so. Now a Grandfather 4X. His children are all doing well. He is into history reading when he is alone in Richmond. He is a member of the Churchill Society and attends a few events in Washington, D. C. each year. His youngest graduated from Notre Dame in 2012. Last football season, Dennis Paustenbach (1974) made the trip from San Francisco to attend a conference at the UMich and went to a Notre Dame game with Mary Beth, Judy and him. They had a great time enjoying the victory over Navy and a fine dinner and Mass at the Steppan Center. Mike Hileman (1975) Currently Mike still works as Vice President for Solomon Associates, a consulting firm in the refining, petrochemical and power generation business. He recently received his second patent - just search USPTO site for my name if you are really interested. This year he has completed projects in South Africa, Curacao and Calgary. His son Derek (2000), Derek’s wife Ashley (Rose EE 2002) and his two granddaughters are now living in CT. They have become his travel destination of choice - grandkids are great!! Dan “Monte” Montgomery (1976) Dan is still running his family owned software publishing company, Imagine Products of 21 years (www.imagineproducts.com). They make applications for the professional video industry (broadcast, cable, corporate, etc.). This last year they ventured into a few iPad apps including one for the construction industry (any of you Civils, check it out: www.plan-pad.com). He and his wife Jane celebrated 30 years this year with their first trip to Hawaii. Their children have settled in DC and Chicago so they get to those places frequently too. Much of their free time has been dedicated to their favorite charity www.kidsagainsthunger.net. They package 'just add water' meals for distribution through food banks and world hunger organizations. \r\nPage 7 GRADUATE UPDATES CONTINUED... Steve Richey (1977) Steve is shown running into the stadium in Durbin, South Africa, at the finish of the Comrades ultra-marathon on Jun 3, 2012. Finishing time on the 56 mountain road course was 10 hours and 49 minutes. Brian “Cat” Balu (1981) Brian “Cat” Balu reports that he and Brian Fowler (1981), both living in the Houston area, get together for an occasional round of golf. Cat always manages to shoot a better score than Fowler, primarily because Fowler buys a 6-pack from the Beer Cart Lady (with whom Fowler is on a first name basis) at the turn. By the time they reach the 15th or 16th hole, Fowler’s back nine score is ruined and Cat has yet another well-earned victory. Fowler also plays with a set of 20+ year old “King Cobra” golf clubs and a putter with a duct tape grip, which hinders his scoring somewhat. Steve Richey Scott Shaw (1983) Hey 1983 grads: Our 30 year reunion is next year! Homecoming 2013 is Sept 20-21 weekend. Make plans to attend! Christopher E Anderson (1999) Chris has worked for GE Aviation for over 13 years since graduating from Rose, and lives in the greater Cincinnati area. Chris is married to Angela, and has four kids – a daughter, and three sons, ages four through nine. Chris started his career as a structural design engineer for four years, then moved into a business/finance role working for GE Corporate for three years. After completing that, Chris returned to GE Aviation as a business operations leader, and then plant manager in Albuquerque, NM. For the past three years, he has moved into a commercial leadership role as a program manager. Chris is also the campus recruiting leader for the entire GE company at Rose-Hulman, and recently led the first ever “GE Day” on campus this year. Chris and his family enjoy staying active in sports, outdoor activities, and travelling. Wes Bolsen (2000) On October 7, 2012, Wes married Rebecca Johnson in Wheaton, IL. They now live in Palo Alto, CA, as they figure out the next steps in both their careers. Wes, who joined Phi Gamma Delta more than 10 years after graduating from Rose, had a number of other Graduate Brothers at his wedding, including Ben Giant (2003), Bobby Short (2012), Brad D'Agnillo (2012) and Will Burchette (2012). Tim Swan (2003) Tim lives and works in Chicago. He went to Reykjavik, Iceland, this summer for a workshop on Robotics and Automation. The conference was pretty boring (covered pretty basic stuff), but the bars in Iceland are crazy in the summer since the sun only goes down for a couple of hours a night. Aditya Kapoor (2005) On Aditya’s end of things, the other side of the world (in India), he has been busy grappling with his one year old son growing up so fast that he misses stuff in the blink of an eye! Professionally, the company for which he is the managing director, Puneet Resins ltd., was selected by Forbes last year in their annual list of Asia and Australia's top 200 companies under a billion dollars. What makes this feat even more humbling for them, is that they have been selected on the same list again this year and he will be going to Singapore at the end of November to receive the award from Mr. Forbes. \r\nPhi Gamma Delta Fraternity 1201 Red Mile Road Lexington, KY 40504 Nonprofit Org US Postage Paid Lexington, KY Permit # 540 Information Update - Tell us about you! Please detach and return with your contact information so we can update our records. We will feature graduate updates in upcoming newsletters. If you want to share your recent news, fill in the news section for your information to be published. 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