SEC ? W sip? tic :•:: % ifllolMr.HEADilAnTj Omicron Deuteron Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity at The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio November 1993 The Tradition Continues Chapter By Shawn M. Blake '93, Chapter President Officers Recording Secretary KetthA. Stephensan'95 Neptune Beach, Fla. Political Science President ' I ' The fall quarter of 1993 will be the final quarter that rry cabinet and I serve Omicron Deuteron Chapter. I am proud to say that during this past year we have been successful in mary areas that helped make the Omicron Deuteron Chapter an even stronger force at Ohio State. Over the summer, Dickinson Lodge was closed in order to undergo significant interior and exterior improvements. Our billiards room, recreation room, kitchen and dining room received much-needed renovations. We also re-landscaped our yard and painted the exterior of the house. By summer's end, Dickinson Lodge looked very impressive, which Shawn M.Bloke'93 Corresponding Secretary Steubenville, Ohio ~ Robert9. Bnauer'94 Financial Management Charlotte, N.C. Computer Science Treasurer Kin Wong '94 Historian Columbus, Ohio ScottA.ManghiRis '96 Bainbridge, Ohio Systems Engineering Management Infonmation Systems Tomorrow's Phi Gamma Delta By Robert J. Brauer '94, Corresponding Secretary certainly helped with faU rush. Although Ohio State's rush numbers were A new day has dawned. With each passing week, poliUcal unusually low this year, our chapter was able to get a technology advances by leaps and bounds. Here at Omicron Deuteron, we are on the brink of an exciting future as well. As the infor-mation age continues to shape large pledge class consisting of 17 gentlemen. The fall pledge class has already begun to make the Phi Gam brothers proud by performing various community services for Ohio State and the city of Columbus. Also, 1 am pleased to say that the Omicron Deuteron Chapter is financially stable. Treasurer Kin Wong '94 has performed his duties flawlessly and was extremely Influential in keeping Phi Gamma Delta on the road to success. Finally the Omicron Deuteron Chapter and I would like to thank each of you for your support this year, whether it was financial or a simple visit to the chapter house. However, 1 still encourage any of our graduate brothers who have not seen Dickinson Lodge in a few years to visit us at any time, especially during our traditional Monday night dinners, which begin at 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions or suggestions concerning our chapter, feel free to contact me at 614291-2532. Perge! entities rise and fall, borders vanish, economies evolve and our world, bastions of tradition such as Phi Gamma Delta must also evolve to meet this challenge. The power oftechnology has many applications in the progress of a dynamic firatemity. For example, our rush program was entirely automated, harnessing the power of technology to our advantage. A central database was developed containing necessary information about each rushee as well as which brothers played integral parts in the rushee's interest. As the critical days of rush passed, the database was continually updated, and reports were generated based on distinct parameters. A brother could at any time receive a report on all rushees with whom he was directly or indirectfy involved, aiding greatly with the organization ofour rush program. This is one of the many types of reports we were able to produce. The reward of our efficiency is a strong pledge class of 17 quality men. Our undergraduate newsletter .The Fiji Star, is now done using the technology of desktop publishing. This allows for a more creative, informative and enjoyable newsletter resulting in top-notch communication among the brothers. OHIO STATE Continued on Page 2 \r\nNovember 1993 History Provides a Sense of Cabinet Promotes Proactive Chapter Pride Leadership By Scott A- Manghillis '96, Chapter Historian By Keith A. Stephenson '95 This year at Omicron Deuteron, we are finishing a few projects that I had started B|| last year along with starting a few new traditions. We are laying new carpet in the chapter ^ room and we are in the process of I Once again we have agreeded as brothers at the Omicron Deuteron Chapter to continue the programs that our cabinet embarked upon in the fall quarter of 1992. This quarter wUl mark the end of my tenure as recording secretary. Over acquiring new pews. We also hope to give the whole room a coat of paint before the new cabinet takes ofBce in January, hi addition, the archives room has been organized and new cloths for the officers' the course of a year, 1 have gained insights into the success of fraternal organiisations, and I have some firm opinions about how a fraternity should be organized and managed. As a cabinet, we desks will be ordered. have no power — we do well because of our membership. We merely focus the power of our members. The cabinet isjust a vehicle that the brothers can use as a think tank to discuss policy Some new projects still in the works are helping both chapter pride and knowledge of the history of Fiji at Ohio State. During chapter meetings, I have been presenting facts on Phi Gam history and traditions issues. Only when an issue has been discussed and agreed upon by the chapter as a unit, is it up to the cabinet to enforce the new policy with positive that I have found in old chapter minutes or among the pages of Tomos Alpha and Beta. I hope the new historian wUl continue this practice throughout his term because it provides an interesting break from leadership. Leading through example — not authoritative means — is the most effective way. chapter business and gives each brother another reason to be proud of our fraternity. Membership — Finances — Brotherhood — Leadership. These four words serve as a foundation for Pledged members are again beginning their attempts to become brothers, and we have elected four pledge educators to help them along the way. Chris Sena '94, Pat Clark'94, Matt Pakna'96 and Ffyan any successful Fiji Chapter. Once these foundations are firmly established, it is only a matter of guarding a reputation of integrity and sustaining this credibility. It Memmelaar'96 will instill in these neophjffes the is also with these four words that Omicron Deuteron has been able to overcome the innumerable difficulties tradition and brotherhood that makes us proud to be that the Creek system has been experiencing for the brothers at Omicron Deuteron. past few years. Thanks to some much-needed renovabons, our house Positive Outlook on Academics By Jud Taylor '96, Scholarship Chairman looks wonderful. We are on solid ground financially. We have become more of a dominant force in the Creek system, and we have a new pledge class of 17 quality men to carry this dynamism to new heights! When the Phi Camma Delta brothers started the new school year,they brought a positive outlook on achieving good grades. Mar^ brothers have dedicated themselves to do the best that they can to raise their own and therefore the house CPA for yet another quarter. We hope this enthusiasm will spread and inspire the pledges to do their best also. ^I ^ We have planned several ways to help the pledges with The world has a habit of making roomfor the person whose words and actions show that they know where they are going. —Napolean HUl. This quote sums up my feelings on our cabinet's accomplishments. Implementing proactive rather than reactive leadership and responsible fiscal policies have proven to be the backbone of our success. their academics. We have listed aU brothers and the Continuedfromfront page classes they are taking so pledges will know who is available to help tutor, we are Tomorrow's Phi Gamma Delta Ls?.. using the Where There's a WiR There's an "A"videotape program that promotes study habits, we are setting up study tables, and big brothers are taking their little brothers to the libraries. AU of these efforts combined should lead to a very successful faU quarter with many more to foUow. As the brothers make use ofthe tools oftomorrow,they are preparing themselves for the world that awaits beyond the halls of Omicron Deuteron. If you have any ideas or suggestions as to how we can further take advantage ofthe power oftechnolcgy, please call us or stop in for a Monday night dinner. We would love to hear from you! \r\nQrabuate Charles H. Rideout '28 resides at 3A ChadwickTer., Easton, MD 21601. Joseph E. Ryan '31(227 S. Chesterfield Rd., Columbus, OH 43209) is an attorney ^ with Ffyan & Ffyan. NeU and James F. Froning'52(660B Coimtry Club Rd., Rt. 1. Port St. Joe, FL 32456)spent the spring and summer of 1992 in Europe,traveling by Eurail to 16 countries. Paul L. Williams *52(3239 Calderwood ! "1 enjoy the Buckeye Fiji and seeing the j| names of peers who are 'still kicking' 50 years after graduation," writes WiUiam O. Ash '40(4134 High Sierra, San Antonio, TX 78228). He is chairman of the board of advisers for a new Fiji chapter at the University of Texas-San Antonio and is also active musically, playing piano at retirement and nursing homes. Dr., Fairlawn, OH 44333) spends his time either on the golf course or playing with his five grandchildren. He sees Chuck Johnson '53 several times a year. The national marketing and sales manager for ALCOA,Thomas R. Hague '54(7010 Lawford Rd., Knoxville, TN 37919) is in his 36th year with the company. He reports that his brother, Jim '50, retired from ALCOA in March after 40 years of You can reach Thomas D. Schaad '44 at this service. When he last wrote, Tom announced the address: 12869 Cambridge Ter., Leawood, KS 66209. birth of his grandson, Jake, and was awaiting the arrival of his eighth grandchild in the fall. Tom stays Since his retirement from the Oatey Co., Alan R. in touch with Dick Ernst '54, Don Hoke '55, Dan Oatey '47(4995 Joewood Dr., Sanibel Island, PL Foley '52, Jim Dorsey '54, Ivor Yovmg '55, Darrel Zipfel '54 and many other brothers. "I have five bedrooms one mile off 1-75 and invite Fijis to visit 33957) has served as a consultant to the company. In Februaiy, Alan had dinner with John Kramer '47, Dick Moles '50, Jack McCarthy '51 and the wives. during their trips to Florida." He notes,"Please call me as I would like to see any of the brothers!" His phone number is 813-472-4551. An athletic director for 22 years and at several universities, Richard A- Young '54(11914 S.W. John G. Munsell '50(950 Allegro Ln., Apollo Beach, FL 33572), whose career in banking has spanned 40 years, is president and C.E.O. of South Hillsborough Community Bank. He writes that the five-year-old bank is profitable and opened its first branch office 78th Ter., Miami, FL 33183) has accepted the post of in March. director of athletics at Lynn University. Dick updates us on brothers Bill Wall '53, who is enjoying retirement in Colorado Springs and Ivor Young '55, who has recovered from the loss of his Muirfield home to fire. Graduate News continued on next page "You "Remember ^Wken . . . Magic Shoe Immortalized L. James Hague '50, hero of the 1950 Rose Bowl contest by virtue of his game-winning field goal, holds the shoe that made the boot. It was goldplated and lined with velvet by a Columbus civic club. Looking on with Jim are G. Thomas Watson '51, left, and Jack W. Jennings '50, end and tackle, respectively, on the winning team. They beat California for the championship. \r\nPage 4 1993 rabuate John F. Hyer '57(5721 Loch Maree Ct., Dublin, OH 43017) is an zirchitect with the New Albany Co. MltcheU P. Grindley '82(6700 Temperance Pt., WestervUle, OH 43081) is the vice president of marketing for Plaskolite Inc. He and his wife, A pUot for American Airlines, Bruce L. Roudebush '58(86 Prospect Ave., Sausalito, CA 94965) plans to Christine, have three children. retire in March 1994. Out of the airline's 12,000 Jennifer and J. Marc Aldlnger '85(5393 Haverhill Dr., Dublin, OH 43017) are the parents of two children. In May,"Dtnger" reported on these pilots, Bruce has a seniority number of seven. Joseph A. Gormley'62(6535 Clay Pike, Chandlers-ville, OH 43727)is ajudge in the Common Pleas Court. brothers: Steve Black '84 was to be married in October 1993: Dan Sullivan '86 was planning his wedding for April 1994; and Tom Ramsay '85 has a Karl W. Kumler '63(400 S. Drexel Ave., Columbus, second child, Matthew. OH 43209), an orthopaedic surgeon, is married to Martha and has four children. The couple spent New Year's Day 1993 with Diane and Ray Krstolic. Broker Steven K. Walker '88(2858 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209) is associated with Fidelity Brokerage. Having retired from the Army after 21 years of active duty, David F. Martin '72 has bought a farm and is enjoying living there. The fishing is great!" His address is 589 Sam Kit Rd., Leitchfield, KY 42754. A year ago, James L. Brown '74, an associate of Beckett Paper, moved into a new house at 26 Justin PI., Hamilton, OH 45013. He attends church with and buys insurance from John Dodsworth '60. You will find Michael A. Hall '89, an associate of Andersen Consulting, at a new address: 126 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45215. Eric R. Lamprecht '90(11025 S.W. 132nd Ct., Apt. 3, Mieimi, FL 33186), a flight instructor for Joe Husta Aircraft, wrote in May that he and Amy Stallsmith were to be married later in the month. A honeymoon in Hawaii was planned. William F. Antonick '80(8888 Comwallis Ct., Powell, OH 43065) is associated with JeffrQr R. Yocca Builder Inc. Mary and Thomas A. Gibson '80(7231 W. Villa Rita Dr., Glendale, AZ 85308), the parents of two sons, had a great time this past year with their season tickets to the Phoenix Suns."Gibby" is a senior account executive with the Willis Corroon Corp. Earlier in the year, Robert F. Murphy '91 (2015 Cottonwood St., Findlay, OH 45840) resigned from Armour Swift-Eckrich to join the Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. as a marketing assistant. Bob visited Chas Richardson '92 in New Orleans. Chas Richardson '92, now a sales representative for Gulf & Atlantic Maritime Services Inc., has moved to 3801W. Napoleon Ave.,Apt. B-213, Metairie, LA 70001. Steven A. Kitchens '80(7954 Booth Bay Ct., Powell, OH 43065), a teacher at the Jonathan Alder Since publicaUon of our last issue, we have learned of High School, also coaches wrestling. This year, his team took 12th in the state and won the league championship. Every summer during the past 11 years,"Shorty" has traveled to Wisconsin to teach waterskUng. He has seen Craig Deep '81 and reports that Doug Wallace '78 has opened a new oral surgery office in Fairfield, Ohio. the death of Heniy P. Seymour'27(6/25/93), Sales representative Craig W. Deep '81(6641 Shore Island Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46220)is associated with Walls Medical Systems. The new address for Michael J. Horn '81 is 7210 Innisfree Ln., Dublin, OH 43017. He has a young son, Matthew. Frederick J. Schaad '42(5/2/93), James D. Shields '42(3/20/93) and Ralph E. Rasor Jr.'53(8/11/93). Phi Gamma Delta mourns their passing and extends condolences to their families and friends. Buckeye FIJIis published for the membersand friends of the Omicron Deuteron Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternityat The Ohio State University. Addresschanges, news items and photographs are always welcome and may be sent in the enclosed envelope or mailed to AlumniRecords Office,Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity, P.O. Box 361303, Columbus, OH 43236-1303.