¥ RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI• J3 > J3 > 3 H > Z 12 Spring 1983 Rutgers University,' new Brunswick,INJf. Fresid^nt's Tl ^ J3 > 2 oc Farewell < cc H > Z The 1982-83 school year is coming to an end here at Mu Beta, hopefully ■n we can continue on the advance made < cc < DC last year and also set new goals. The new cabinet seems to be off to a good start at meeting these aspirations. 33 > JD The Keller race turned out unsuc H cessful last year, but we are currently in first place. With softball, golf and track remaining, the Phi Qamms are confident we can bring the coveted Keller Cup home to its rightful CC owners. H < As in past years, our brothers are still taking an active role in all extra Z LL Z < cc 33 > 5 > Our annual Spring FIJI ISLAND, 1982. -n curricular activities. Brother Brian u. z < H; Byrd ('83) is chairman of the Cook College council; Mike Gary ('84) is a Rutgers cheerleader; Tony Ceccon CC ('84) Is the 1984 Class president; Phil < Cara ('83) is the advertising manager CC for the Targum (Rutger's newspaper); Rich Pekmezian is an account execu cc tive with the Targum and a member of the soccer team;John Manginelli('83) is a member of the RF/5C judicial board of control and a Targum board < of trustee member; Tom Donohue CC 33 > 33 Fiji Force is here to stay The power of the brotherhood of Phi Gamma Delta. This year the sur rounding community has been wit ness to the capabilities of our Nu Beta chapter. The power of our house has been stirred on campus and is vent ing its contributions through an excit ing new area of our fraternity; FIJI valuable than a few dollars and we FORCE. contributions which could be made FIJI FORCE is our attempt in estab lishing a unique community service here at home. One shot fundraising deals were fine but we wanted a yearround on-call service program. After a few months, we allied with the perfect vehicle: the Voluntary Ac ('84) is the RCGA fraternity represen tative; Kevin Moore ('84) is a Rutgers band member;Andy Borden ('84)and Rich Allen ('84) are members of the track team; Rich Galloway ('86) is a CC member of the crew team; Louie Moro program at Phi Gamma Delta. A prog < ('85) is a member of the football team ram which has grown since its incep tion and has attracted many people to its cause. Our Joy has been in seeing < DC U. and a Gentleman's Quarterly model; and brothers Joe Palombit ('84), Gary Elefante('84), and Don McSherry('86) are members of the baseball team. Watch out for Mu Beta in the Archon One of our foremost contributions show the town the positive power of has coordinated the "Fijiforce " prog our house. However, I had no idea ram, our involvement with the Mid what I was getting into much less how it would work. 1 did know, though, that it should b)e different than any service program that ever hit the (Continued on page 8) tion Center of Hew Brunswick. The H this past year. Chairman Andy Borden group; and the "Adopt a neighbor" 33 5 ginelli and 1 decided we needed a bet ter community service program to CC 33 > into cars and distributed flyers for a local handicapped theatre program. The growth of FIJI FORCE since that time has been incredible and is today a successful Innovative program. The area of community relations has been a strong point for flu Beta CC Tl wanted to awaken the communty to z < < H > Z and through them we could work with as many groups as possible. It seems so long ago that Scott Elzam, Andy Giniger, Rich Abrams and 1 packed trophy competition. dlesex County retarded citizens > VAC channels over 250 needy groups CC CC 33 the brotherhood mobilize and build this program from a simple idea only six months ago.... It was in September that John Man z troy the misconception that charity is some anonymous, national moneypot and instead establish a continual personal relationship with needy charities in Hew Brunswick. Af ter all, manpower is at times more "banks" before. It should seek to des (Continued on page 8) RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI* RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • RARITAN FIJI • 33 > 5 H > 33 > > \r\nRARITAN FIJI / Spring 1983 Notes Raritan FUI Mu Beta Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta With over 1,000 Alumni in our Hu Beta Mew Brunswick, MJ Chapter, job opportunities should be opening up for our brothers, unfortu nately they are not. The economy being what it is, it would be a Brotherly gesture to help injob placement. Ifjust one per Editor Staff Job Service 78 Easton Avenue Michael McDevitt Andy Borden, John Bellanich John Manginelli, Rich Pekmezian Jim Biegen, Mike Luethke Tom Donohue Associate Editor Rich Pekmezian House Chairmens' cent of our Brotherhood would answer this plea, that would be ten interviews. If possible, maybe YOU could aide in ac quiring summer positions. Any informa tion would be greatly appreciated, please call Tom Donohue, at the house. Report That is right, chairmen. As of this semester we are now electing two House Chairmen. Thejob is starting to get too big for one person. Hopefully with two chairmen there will always be one around, and more work should get done. The responsibilities were to be split to have one working inside while the other makes sure the grounds are cared for. But responsibilities, inside and out, are being shared. Besides general maintenance several projects are going to get done. Over this spring break, the leak from Tar Beach is finally going to get done. The alumni have given the ok for a new roof to be put on with appropri ate gutters and liters, to avoid any stand ing water. We will no longer have to move the pool table every time it rains. Another important job that has to get call, and ask for Tom Donohue or Tom Eckert. Helping us cut costs in any way would be greatly appreciated. Your in formation and experience is greatly needed to continue one of the vital rituals of our brotherhood. Tom Donohue Mike McDevitt Tom Donohue Fyi Sweeps Awards At the annual Fraternity Awards Ban quet on April 6th, Phi Gamma Delta was well represented. Of the four under graduate awards presented, Hu Beta Mike McDevitt won three. The three awards were: The ideas Needed The financial obligations of running a fraternity house in our area has become outlandish. Our annual budget now ex ceeds $100,000. Of the 26 houses at Deans Cup, for the fraternity that best exemplifies qualities expected of a Greek organization; The Intrafraternity Service Award, for the fraternity who attempted to improve inter-Greek re lations; and the Community Service Award, for the chapter with the most out Rutgers, only 11 have been able to main tain sizeable brotherhoods, and only two (including FIJI) have brotherhoods that standing community service program. exceed 100 members. A more astound or sorority could ask for. Incidentally, it ing figure is, ofthe 26 houses, only 7can still operate kitchens. The undergradu ates at our chapter would greatly appreciate any tips on the operation of is the first time since the awards have Hu Beta had the bestshowing a fraternity been presented that the Phi Gams have been recognized. Hopefully by the end our kitchen. This would include manage of the month we will add the finishing touches to a fantastic year by bringing ment and food purchasing. If anyone is familiar with this field, please give us a home the Keller Trophy!! Tom Donohue Fyi Festivities Bring Good Memories The 66th Year land, with King Bohunkus on hand to done is renovation of the second floor general bathroom. Hew tiles and slate are needed for the shower area. The Another year has passed here at Hu Beta, but not without many memories. Our social calendar began with Spring refill our cups with his patented Purple Passion" punch. The band, PT 109, pro floor near one toilet also needs to be replaced as we can now see into the Rush. Led by Rush Chairman Tom Eck proved veiy entertaining. With Mike Gary ert, with innovative events such as Stro- '84 at the helm, everyone enjoyed the boli night and ladies night, rush proved to be extremely successful as 20 diversi fied rushees were pinned. Throughout the semester our infamous Friday night parties proved to be extremely entertain ing thanks to Social Chairman Joe Palmiotti. The parties were climaxed by our sixth annual FijiFest Weekend, with all proceeds from the event to be donated to Project HOPE. With a great effort from afternoon. kitchen closet. We were lucky at the last party that only a fat girls foot and not the whole body went through the roof. Once the floor is fixed the old tiles will be chip ped up and a new linoleum floor will be put down. But to do all of this right is going to get expensive. Hopefully a phone-a-thon could raise the needed " money. Other things that need to be done are not as big. Lights will probably get put in the living room. Also the tables down in the bar have to be fixed up, since some mysterious force trashed them last semester. Besides this there are several violations that must be corrected before the next inspection, and there is always painting and outdoor cleanup that needs to be done. So it can be seen that there is plenty to be done. We hope that these new House Chairmen can motivate everyone to get this work done and im prove our living conditions. As always, any help or suggestions are appreciated. It might be an old house, but we should not give up on it. James Biegen *84 Michael Luethke '85 brother Steve Mashel, our only competi tion proved to be the weather. The first night went beautifully, with receipts far greater than projected. However, the second day the weather wasn't coopera tive to say the least. Torrential rains vided courtesy of Dave Beigen 85, The Fall of '82 started off well with a successful rush. Chairman Tom Dono- hue's power of suggestion succeeded in attracting 16 pledges. With events such as ladies night, pool tournaments, and dance parties, rushees immediately rec ognized the Phi Gam house as the only alternative. Our Halloween party lasted till the wee hours of the night, with many brothers found kneeling to the porcelain gods. The semester ended with the house looking its finest for Christmas Formal. The brothers and their dates sat down to a festive meal of chicken cordon bleu caused us to cancel some scheduled and champagne, compliments^ of Tom events and move the Festivities indoors. Donohue's direction and planning. This semester's rush managed to Our 65th Annual Pig Dinner, held on April 24th, once again brought alumni and undergrads together to share memories and listen to guest speaker Bob Horton '65. He urged all graduates to once again become involved in Phi Gamma Delta, which has provided all of us with many fond and wonderful experi ences. The academic year ended with Fiji Is admit 20 men into the portals of Phi Gamma Delta. All in all, Fiji s reputation as the best house on campus was streng thened by such a diverse schedule of social and community events. Most im portantly, the good times will be remem bered by all those who attended. John Bellanich Mike McDevitt \r\nSpring 1983 / KARITAn FIJI Fyi can start the wheel rolling Piew University aicohoi policy expected When entering any bar or liquor store we are all greeted by a new sign. It in forms us that no alcohol is served to This semester has once again been one which much of what is seen publicly with regards to the Greek System at Rut gers has been negative. The change in drinking age has caused confusion and furor. The housing inspections proved to be awakening and quite costly. The fraternity and sorority system has once again been the subject of controversy and debate within the Rutgers and Mew Brunswick communities. Fiji of course has been playing an in tegral part in the shaping of the Rutgers system. I am pleased to say that the role of Phi Gamma Delta has been a positive one. Tom Donohue has served quite well in his role as RF/SC representative to the Rutgers College Governing Association. We are all thankful for his diligence and wish him luck in his post as Chapter Pres ident. Tom was also one of the Rutgers delegates to the recent Morth East Interfraternity Conference in Atlantic City. Mike Gary aided the fraternity and soror anyone under 21 or anyone born after Dec. 31, 1964. Because ofa grandfather clause the full impact of this new law will not be felt for a few years. What will happen? already has felt a partially dry rush. Only one party was allowed where alcohol could be served. Proof of age was also required at the door, those being of age getting a hand stamp. Fiji still had a suc cessful rush with 18 newly pinned pledges. But in the future there might be totally dry rush and stricter door poli cies. It is not sure how these restrictions One idea in the state legislature is to allow college students to drink at their school pubs, even if they are not 21. The idea is that college students can walk to their pubs and not have to drive after drinking. It will also stop some of the new traffic going into Mew York to be able to drink legally. More than likely this idea was just thrown out to appease college students and make them think that the will effect us. We would certainly appreci ate any ideas for rush or how to handle any new policies. What was it like when the age was 2 I several years back? Already the Cook-Douglass pub has announced its closing. The other cam pus pubs are also reviewing their chances of staying open and surviving. Mo doubt they will aim for an older crowd, and try to get more employees legislature is on their side. It really could and faculty. Or they may open drinking never pass, since it would be discrimina tory to non-coiiegians, and create an elit and non-drinking areas. But all of this is still yet to be seen, and not until a few years when only the senior class will be of legal drinking age will the^wH impact ist type situation. The University is working on a new policy for dorms and fraternities. Alco of the law be felt. hol will not be allowed in the common areas of the dorms. This semester James Bieqen '84 ity council by serving as Vice President and, more specifically, the chairman of the Rutgers University Homecoming Pa rade. Mike brought his experience and PIG DINNER enthusiasm to make Homecoming and other University Greek events a great success. Dear Graduate Brothers, Recognizing a need to improve com munity relations as well as public image. We the undergraduate members of the Flu Beta to various charities and local residents. The efforts of "Fiji Force" have helped the community to see beyond the chapter of PHI GAMMA DELTA cordially invite you to our 66th annual HORRIS PIG DIHHER. In the past, alumni attendance has been disappointing, and for this reason we strongly urge all of our BROTHERS to seriously consider attending this most festive event. stereotypic image of"booze and brawl." Community service of this sort helps to bring back the long lost faction of"good The PIG DinriER is an exce//enf opportunity to rekin dle old friendships and experience the new genera will" which has been missing from the tion of HU BETA PHI GAMS!!! Phi Gamma Delta instituted "Fiji Force." This unique and innovative collection of brothers work with the Volunteer Action Center of Mew Brunswick in providing aid Rutgers image for so long. system. It is time that each fraternity and Alumni Meeting and cocktails at the house will begin at 4:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at the Rut gers Faculty Dining Hall at the Browers Commons, sorority member took a good long look at the status of their system. Chapters College Avenue at 6:30 p.m. We encourage you to like Phi Gamma Delta, with mem attend. There is much more that can be accomplished within the Rutgers Greek berships reaching over 100 strong should take the lead in re-establishing the tradition at Rutgers. Fiji members need to stand strong and lead others down the long road to recovery. By con tinuing to encourage brothers to remain involved and by aiding the community, Fiji can start the wheel rolling in a direc tion which will put the Rutgers Fraternity and Sorority system back on the map. Terry Delaney Dean of Fratemity/Sorority Affairs If you have any questions please feel free to call John Manginelli, Pig Dinner Chairman, at(201)2469303. Fraternally, Nichael McDevitt PERGE! \r\nRARITAn FIJI / Spring 1983 Fyi F t()c ^Iji need we say morel My Friends, welcoi V-". I The Colonel! John Manginelil, the ultimate contender The Doctor! I'l i * The Ritual of Pig Dinner Hi \r\nSpring 1983 / RARlTATi FIJI 'otos tl|c ^l|i gam (|itudc > Pledge Skit ... Fall 1982 ne to Fiji Island. cA-. .«• Mason Miller... SWISIfl Is this Baseball? illoween at Nu Beta '82 Mark and Brian square off. \r\n6 RARITAn FIJI / Spring 1983 FIJI Varsity Letter Winners Andy Borden Gary Elefante '84 (Track) (Track) (Track) (Baseball) Don Furrer '84 (Light weight Bill Mariski Rich Allen '83 '84 '84 Joe Palombit '84 Rich Pekmezian '84 Scott Ringle '84 Tom Griffa '86 Mike Gary '86 football) (Baseball) (Soccer) (Light weight football) (Wrestling) (Cheerleading) 1983-1984 Elected Cabinet Tom Donohue Jamie Cook Gary Elefante Michael McDevitt Heil Oberndorf Tom Eckert Mike Luethke Jim Biegen Rich Allen (President) (Treasurer) (Recording Secretary) (Corresponding Secretary) (Historian) (Steward) (House Chairman) (House Chairman) (Social Chairman) Would the 'Three Stooges" from 1960 please reappear at our Pig Dinner?! Outstanding Fyis On to Victory! liu Beta has launched her most se rious Keller challenge since winning the coveted cup in 1976. It has been seven long years since the Rutgers "Phi Qams" have been victorious in the Keller com petition, but it must be noted that FIJI has stood strong in the past and has consistently taken second and third places. This Keller season, Scott Ringle, our Athletics Chairman, has been suc cessful in organizing highly competitive teams while incorporating the entire brotherhood in the effort. As in the past, our strong contenders are. Beta Theta Pi and Kappa Sigma. The first semester was highlighted with strong soccer, football, and cross country finishes and especially the bas ketball team's second place victory. The team was led by junior John "Doc" Dougherty, who also won the "One on One" title rather handily. For his efforts, John was awarded the Rutgers/Budweiser Athlete of the Month Award. Doc fol lows in the footsteps of John Manginelli '83 and Jay Stewart'79, as"One on One" champs. We went into the Christmas break in third place, some 20 points off the lead, knowing a very strong second semester was necessary for any serious conten tion. The "FIJI Dynasty" finally started rolling! Senior Dave Deleon won the Ping-Pong tournament and the vol leyball team took third place in a very competitive league. The highlight of this semester however, was the first place finish of the wrestling team, led by champ Jeff "A.C." Webb '83, two time champ Tom Eckert'84, and pledge Mark Tom Donohue — (Member of the Rut gers College Governing Association Ex ecutive Council ofthe Rutgers Fraternity/ Sorority Council) Mike Gary — (Vice President of the Rut gers Fraternity/Sorority Council) John Manginelli — (Vice Chairman of the Rutgers Fraternity/Sorority Judicial Board of Control, Representative to the Rutgers Fraternity/Sorority Council) Tony Ceccon — (President of the class of '84) has won a team sport since 1980, when Phil Cara — (Advertising Director for the Rutgers University Daily Targum) Rick Pekmezian — (Account Executive for The Daily Targum) Phil Laurie(220 yd. mn), Bernie McQarry (1 Vi mile), Gary Way (100 yd. run). Hec Chris Duffek — (Member of the Student Advisory Board, Student Advisor) Mills '86. This was the first time that FIJI tor Lebron (hurdles), Alton Dixon (440 yd. run), and Dave Salmon (shotput) led the Phi Qams to a first place track showing. Currently we stand a top the Keller race, 7.5 points ahead of Beta Theta Pi with Softball, golf, and track as the re maining sports. We are strong in all three, yet our competition remain right with us! Brian Byrd — (Chairperson of Student Advisory Board, Chairperson of the Programming Board of Cook College) Michael McDevitt — (Board of Control Member) Andy Borden — (FIJI Force Chairman) Rich Abrams — (Account Executive for The Daily Targum) \r\nSpring 1983 / RARITAN FIJI Information Survey Mame Class Zip Address Occupation Special Interests Marital Status Pig Dinner Mo. of children Wife's Marne (college or sorority) Announcement Suggestions for content of future Raritan Fijis: The 66th Annual Morris Pig Dinner will be held on April 23th in the Faculty Din ing Hall of Brower Com mons. Our guest speaker will be Carl Woodward 111, class of 1965. Brother Woodward served as a US Information about yourself or other Mu Fijis: attorney for several years, and is now a successful pri vate lawyer in Chatham, MJ. Brother Woodward's"roots" are Phi Gamma Delta. His father was a Mu Beta brother and his grandfather was one of Mu Beta's founding brother. Ifany alumni would like to attend, and have not re ceived an invitation, please contact John Manginelli or any of the present officers at Legacy Recommendations Class This years Morris Pig Dinner will be held on April 23. the house phone:(201)2469303. John J. Manginelli I will will not with _ be able to attend w/o date. Signature All alumni are invited to fill out the above questionnaire as a basis for including a greater proporation of alumni news in the Raritan Fiji. Please help by cooperating and sending the above to: Corresponding Secretary, 78 Easton Ave., Mew Brunswick, M.J. 08901. \r\n8 RARITAN FIJI / Spring 1983 Farewell (Continued from page 1) program, our involvement with the Mid dlesex County retarded citizens group; and the "Adopt a neighbor" program, to improve our neighborhood relations. being coordinated by Bob Tannhauser ('74). To continue the advancements being made on the house, 1 urge all graduates to contribute to this effort. I'd like to personally thank the alumni for Brother Steve Mashel ('83) is coordinat their work this past year, and for the sup port of our Purple Legionnaire, Ed Mur ing our "Fijifest" fundraiser for Project ray ('81). MOPE and from his work so far, this year's effort should prove to be the best The house has 33 brothers living in it and we can expect a fuil house next year ever. Look for Mu Beta to be a contender as well. Phi Gamma Delta continues to for the Baker Cup this year. pledge excellent men and this past year we were fortunate to get 15 first semes The house is undergoing many changes in terms of structure. City in spectors continue to make inspections and the alumni and undergraduates continue to make improvements on the house. Successful work days and tremendous alumni support have re sulted in new windows on the Easton Avenue side, a new roof, two new water heaters, a new fire suppression and alarm system; and numerus general health, building, safety and electrical re pairs. A "Bricks & Mortar" fundraiser is Let's make this a successful Pig Dinner! 1 would like to take this opportunity to invite all graduates to visit the house. I'm sure there are many great memories to relive at the old Phi Gamm house, and as we all know, "Fiji is not for college days alone." It has been a great honor and privilege for me to have served as presi dent of the worid's finest fraternity. Respectfully submitted, John J. Manglnelii Chapter President '82-'83 ^ ter pledges, and 18 second semester pledges meeting up to our standards. I'm sure these men will make a substan tial contribution in the upcoming years. 1 would like to remind the grads of the 66th Annual Morris Pig Dinner to be held on Saturday, April 23rd. Speaker Carl Woodward 111 will provide an interesting message and 1 look forward to seeing many of you therel Qrads are reminded to send in the confirmation tickets of the invites which should have been received. From the Editor's Desk The creation and layout of this year's Raritan Fiji was both a chal lenge and an enjoyable experience for me. 1 am grateful that 1 was given the opportunity to organize this year's undergraduate newsletter, because 1 have learned how important com munication is between our brother Fyi Force (Continued from page 1) trek which gives FIJI FORCE its force. Articles in The Daily Targum and Scar hood. 1 hope you have found the Rari tan Fiji interesting and informative and 1 would appreciate any com ments or suggestions to be voiced, so has been with socials for the Raritan Val let Greek have awakened others to our ley Center for Retarded Citizens. We have cause and we are presenting a repre had lots of fun with about 30 of these that graduate and undergraduate re sentative from the VAC before the Rut citizens at these Friday evening affairs including their Christmas party, Valen tines dance and our own Las Vegas gers Fraternity Sorority Council. It is our lations can be strengthened in the fu night. What is important is not that we hope to get other Greeks to begin their own such programs and increase com munity service as a whole here at Rut just walked in, shook hands and left but gers. that we helped save a social program on the verge of discontinuation. Due to a We ourselves are continuing to ex pand. FIJI FORCE is continuing its work lack of volunteers, these socials for Mid with the retarded citizens and VAC and dlesex retarded citizens might not have we are offering our services to the Mid been able to continue. Yet FIJI FORCE dlesex Teen Arts Festival. An "Adopt a was there to help. Most importantly it was not simply the house officers who helped back FIJI FORCE in its endeavor Block" program for a better relationship with our neighbors is also currently but all kinds of brothers like "out of the house" Kevin Moore, new brother Dave However, no matter what channels we Stamberg, Omar Tamimi and his girl friend Patti and Purple Legionnaire Ed Murray. It isjust this diversified totality of Phi Gamma Delta on A single charitable being instituted. take, FIJI FORCE is here to stay. Mot be cause it stands alone but because the whole brotherhood stands behind it. My thanks to the brotherhood for making ture. 1 would like to thank the staff and the brotherhood for their cooperation and contribution to the Raritan Fiji, and especially last year's editor, Jamie Cook, for his time and gui dance. Remember . . . Whenever a star is shining in the sky. Whenever a flag of hope may bravely fly. Whenever a brother clasps a Phi Gamma Delta hand you'll find yourself in FIJI LAMDIII Fraternally, Michael McDevitt this idea an ideal! Nu Beta of Phi Gamma Delta Noti ProTit Org. U. S. Postage 78 Easton Avenue PAID new Brunswick, n.J. 08901 New Bnnswtck. N.J. Permil No. 11 ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED