THE PI CRUST PUBLISHED BY PI CHAPTER OF PHI GAMMA DELTA AT ALLEGHENY COLLEGE MEADVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA FALL 1993 PRESIDENT REVIEWS RECENT CHANGES Brothers, Here at Pi Chapter, we have always prided ourselves on being a front- · runner among fraternities in the area of philanthropy. Last year was no exception. We have once again led the way in our civil service efforts with our annual haunted house that supports Greenhouse, a shelter for battered women. Aside from the haunted house we hold a yearly picnic with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Meadville and participate in Walk America and many other service events, such as lipsync contests and buffalo wing sales. These and other philanthropy projects have helped our interfraternity council win the social service award at the Northeastern IFC Conference. Along with philanthropy we have also led the way in interfraternity relations. We have initiated a mixer with the Theta Chi Fraternity to help them with their membership difficulties. This joint party helped them to take in three new pledges immediately afterward. Also our Jefferson Duo party with Phi Kappa Psi is making a strong comeback. Athletically we had nine starter for the Gator football team in 1992. Two of these were named to various AllAmerica teams. We have a wrestler who just reached the 100-win plateau last season and we have a starting pitcher for the baseball team. In addition to all of this we have (Continued on page 4) The Phi Garns of Pi Chapter at Allegheny College greet our graduate brothers! \r\nPage2 The Pi Crust is published by the brothers of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta at Allegheny College for members and friends. News, photographs and changes of address should be sent to Pi Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta, c/o Newsletter Program Headquarters, P. 0. Box 602, Needham, MA 02192-0007. House Improvements Once again our house has undergone a dramatic facelift. The second floor bathroom has been completely remodeled. It looks sharp! In addition, both stairwells were retreaded and reinforced for added strength and stability, as well as the railings being mended and given a fresh coat of shellac. These improvements not only make the chapter house more functional and up-to-date, they give it a much needed cosmetic boost as well. This year, we are happy to note that the basement is finally being attended to. Brother Charles Geiselhart '94 is in charge of the pledge class's project of renovating the downstairs. Everyone is excited about the possibility of breathing new life into an old relic. In addition to infernal renovations, we at Pi Chapter also took to external measures as well. Last spring the volleyball court was given a new look. With purple net posts, new professional net, and 20 tons of sand, many Phi Garns could be found here blowing off a little steam throughout the year. We at Pi Chapter feel we are in a transition. Our chapter house is coming together well and returning to the glorious state it once enjoyed. Come and support our growth. Fraternally, Paul Meyers '95 & Bill Wolfe '95 Perge! Pi Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta 454 North Main Street Meadville, PA 16335 Chapter Phone: (814) 333-1103 President & Treasurer: (814) 336-2742 THE PI CRUST Fall 1993 Philanthropy Still a Priority The end of October 1992 saw the return of Pi Chapter's Haunted House. In conjunction with Mu Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta and the Student Experimental Theatre, Pi Chapter raised more than $500 for the Greenhouse Shelter in Meadville. This year, the Haunted House was set up on October 27th and 28th. During Safe Sex Awareness Week, Pi Chapter sold "condom grams" to promote safe sex and a better awareness of sexual responsibility throughout the college community. On February 22, the brothers and pledges of Pi Chapter participated in "Into The Streets" service project. We distributed donated items such as furniture to families in need and helped out at Special Olympics. We also helped clean the Meadville Area Soup Kitchen and participated in other projects to help the community. In conjunction with IFC, we helped raise money for Multiple Sclerosis in a lip sync competition. In March Pi Chapter, in conjunction with the area Jaycees, visited senior citizens homes to serve food and visit with the residents. Other spring projects included a volleyball tournament and picnic with the college community and Big Brothers/Big Sisters. It was held near our new sand volleyball court and was great fun for all. The annual Downtown Community Cleanup, a yearly project of Pi Chapter, also took place this spring and allowed us to give something back to the Meadville Community. Our extensive work with community service won Pi Chapter at the 1991-1992 Allegheny College Philanthropy Award. We at Pi Chapter feel that our participation in such projects will assure strong community relations for the chapter and also help to better our awareness of the benefits of giving. Fraternally, Brian Olin '94 Philanthropy Perge! Fijis Visible on Allegheny Campus Phi Gamma Delta was once again a front-runner in the Greek community in 1993. Our philanthropic and social services, along with our sociability and unselfishness, make us the most appealing and well-liked fraternity on campus. Relations with other fraternities have improved dramatically from past years as we take a more pro-active stance in the Greek community. My term as IFC President has given Pi Chapter a helpful liaison and accessibility to IFC. Nick Gattozzi' s recent election to head of Greek Week, as well as Jason Marocco' s election to IFC Rep., also gives Pi Chapter more visibility on campus. As IFC president, my goals have been to leave the status quo behind and completely restructure rush, reestablish and promote social life in the Greek community, replace animosity with cohesiveness and cooperation between fraternities, and eliminate the negative stigma that Greeks have acquired from faculty and administration the past two decades by facilitating a great deal of educational programming and collaboration with administrators. I hope our graduate brothers will come by to see the renovations and changes for yourselves. Please feel free to write or call me at the chapter house if you have any questions or suggestions regarding Pi Chapter or IFC. Fraternally, Ed Maynard Corresponding Secretary Perge! \r\nFall 1993 THE PI CRUST Fijis Striving for Excellence Brothers, As scholarship chairman, I have initiated several new scholarship incentives and structured some goals for our chapter. Our fall 1992 semester grade point average was a 2. 71. This fell below the allfraternity average of 2. 75. To tum this decrease around, I implemented an incentive plan to compliment brothers on improvement. Hopefully, this plan will help us reach our goal of 2.85. On the bright side, 23 brothers posted GPAs of 3.0 or better and nine brothers topped 3 .2. Our cut-off point for scholarship checks was a3 .19 GPA, which was much higher than the past three years. Jason Richey '93 had the top chapter GPA with a 3.80 while Robert Ekin, class of '93 was most improved with a just from 2.07 to 3.07. Remember, we strive for excellence. It is attained only when we fulfill .our total potential. Mankind benefits when each ofus becomes all that we can be. Fraternally, Andrew J. Barkley '94 Scholarship Chairman Perge! Wrestling Hit by Cuts 1992 was the last year for Gator Wrestling at Allegheny. Athletic Director Norm Sunstrum decided to phase out wresting because of budget cuts in athletics. Since that time the team has not been able to recruit, has only wrestled in tournaments and has a women's soccer coach, John Wilcher, leading the team. The cut comes as a great loss for Phi Gamma Delta since we have pledged so many wrestlers in the past. Last spring the Phi Garns were represented by senior Jason Richey. Jason was the last four letterman and captain of the wrestling team. With the season cut in half, Jason ended his season with a 20-11 record placing in every tournament but one. Although Jason barely missed qualifying for nationals for the third year in a row, he did make a place for himself among other Phi Garns as one of Allegheny's all-time winning wrestlers. In Allegheny wrestling history Brother Tony Pendolino has the most wins with 136 followed by Jason Richey with 100. In third is Brother Rich Kalizewski with 92. In addition to Jason's wrestling success, he also was a leader in scholarship within the fraternity with a 3. 77 GP A. He is currently attending the University of North Carolina. Reflections of a Past President Looking back on my college career, I've seen many changes at Pi Chapter. Different faces, a reconstructed house and the new BYOB policy are just a few of the changes. But some things never change, such as the strong brotherhood and all the fun that goes along with being a brother here. Togetherness is at an all-time high and our new pledge class is looking to continue the Fill tradition. Looking to the future, I just hope that my pledge brothers and I can always remain in contact with the chapter. I hope to see you all here at Island and Pig Dinner. Go Gators! Always Proud to Be, Wayne Mack Perge! Page3 Football '92 The Allegheny College football team had another successful season in 1992. Pi Chapter brothers played a major role in the successful 8-2 record posted by the team. Brothers on the squad included: Wayne Mack, Ron Bendekovic, Scott Hardy, Sean Lattimore, Kurt Reiser, Brad DeiCas, Mark Pellis, Lamong King, Bill Wolfe, Jim Toth, Brian Fenters, Matt Hanak, Mike Dandridge, Nick Gattozi, Paul Bell, Jason Marruco, l)d Kopas, Eugene Skerkowski, Matt Allison Justin Bertram, Jack Stokes, Al Kaufman, Andy Barkley, Marty Vaughn, Garth Selong and Steve Carr. Several pledges also participated, including: Jim Sprouse, Andy Pravlik, Andy Mckenzie, Jamie Niksa, Steve (Continued on page 4) Football '93 The Allegheny football team found itself midway through the 1993 season with a 5-1 record. It ranks in the top 10 nationally. This is the 100th season of Allegheny football, marking a century of excellence that once again this year finds Phi Garns solidly providing a foundation. Anchoring the offensive line are tackles Eugene Skerkoski, Bill Wolfe and Matt Allison. The backfield is led by junior quarterback Paul Bell and running backs Al Kaufman and Andy Barkley. The wide receiver core is led by senior Garth Selong and junior stand-out Andy McKensie. The mighty Gator defensive is led by seniors Brad Deicas and Mark Pellis, juniors Jamie Twist and Jim Toth and sophomore Jim Sprouse. Helping with coaching the linebackers is senior Jack Stokes. He guides future linebackers Mike Bartollini and Brian Dorksen. The last line of defense is led by senior Marty Vaughn, who guides junior Brian Fenters and sophomore Pat McMahon. The team has its sights on a playoff berth once again. Andrew J. Barkley Captain, 1993 Allegheny Football \r\nPage4 THE PI CRUST Fall 1993 Newsletter Program Highlights Graduates Beginning with this issue of Pi Crust, all brothers of Pi Chapter will be receiving a graduate newsletter on a regular basis throughout the year. The primary goal of the newsletter program is to bring our graduates into closer contact with the chapter, carrying on the Phi Gamma Delta tradition of brotherhood before and after graduation. The program is designed to improve the frequency and regularity of communication between the undergraduate chapter and graduates by keeping all brothers informed about the chapter and about each other. Not only will Pi Crust cover the latest in chapter news here at Pi, it will also include an "Graduate Newsnotes" section to report on the accomplishments, lifestyle, views and comments of our graduate brothers. Personal notes, photographs, newspaper clippings and articles by graduates are encouraged and will be used in future issues of the newsletter. The program will be funded completely through voluntary contributions by brothers of Pi Chapter and will show a team effort by graduates and undergraduates. With the active chapter and graduates working together, the newsletter will be a major improvement in keeping everyone informed and involved. Your participation and support will ensure that Pi Crust becomes a Phi Gamma Delta tradition here at Allegheny College. FOOTBALL '92 (Continued from page 3) Wallen, Jamie Twist, Brian Dorkson, Mike Bartolini, Bob Bainey, Pat McMahon, Kevin Zilke and Don Galzarrano. At the annual banquet, several brothers were recognized for the AllNCAC and All-American honors. Ron Bendekovic was the first player for Allegheny to be selected to every AllAmerican team across the country including the Kodak All-American, Champion All-American, and Associated Press All-American teams along with the first team All-NCAC honors. Bendekovic was also awarded the Clair Jackson Outstanding Lineman Award. Wayne Mack and Kurt Reiser were named to the All-NCAC team and were recognized as honorable mention All-Americans by the Football Gazette. Mack was selected as the team's outstanding defensive back and Reiser was voted MVP. Sean Lattimore and Scott Hardy were awarded with the George Coon Spirit Award for their hard work and enthusiasm over the past four years. Sophomore quarterback Paul Bell was also named to the All-NCAC team while leading the conference in passing efficiency. Fraternally, Kurt Reiser Perge! PRESIDENT REVIEWS (Continued from page 1) made some structural improvements to the chapter house. In the past couple of years we have re-carpeted and refloored the entire downstairs, built a new front addition on the chapter house, refurnished the downstairs and sealed a leaking basement. On top of that we have just initiated 14 new pledges into the bonds of Pi Chapter. These guys will make a great addition to the brotherhood and I encourage you to come and meet them. GOOD TIMES: Some of the best brotherhood is found just hanging out with other Phi Garns. These guys will be in charge of two philanthropy projects, a house project and this semester's rush program. As a chapter we are looking up. With all of the new improvements we look to become a better and stronger Pi Chapter. I encourage you to come and visit us anytime. Fraternally, BradDeiCas Chapter President Perge!