Gamma Phi of Phi G/vmma Delta at The Pennsylvania State Unh'ersity State College, Pa.• January 1999 f-VokoTct'n} Gamma Phi Reestablished as a "Premier" Fraternity A Year-End Review By Michael Mische '76, Purple Legionnaire A new year has arrived which means it's time for my Annual Report on the state of Gamma Phi. I am very pleased to report that our chapter was once again functioning at a very high initiated in 1994 for re with a new pledge class establishing the chapter as the premier fraternity at PSU. For those of you who have forming for the spring. We have outstanding men as indicated by their involve returned to Gamma Phi this ment in the IFC, an increase year you noted the new landscaping around the house, for this spring, we are planning a Pig I3inner which guarantees to be one of the best e\ cr. This \'ear s e\'ent will be held on Blue-White in house GPA and their Weekeml (A|)ril 24) and will continuous upkeep of the property. Our GPA now e.xceeds the average for PSU. have pro\ isions tor spouses and dates. Please mark your calenilars; this is a great level in 1998. Your Board of new furniture, reconditioned Directors, together with the undergraduates and a floors on the first floor, new carpeting on all floors, For 1999 we have a solid chance to return to vour growing group of graduates, reconditioned bathrooms with house and see lor yourself a has positioned Gamma Phi as showers and toilets that work, one of the leaders at Penn new dining room furniture compliments of Vincent Trapani '75, a complete painting of the interior walls leadership group and a chapter goal of 40 live-in brothers b^'year's end. We continue to need your financial support to complete proud ol and young men who iire committed to making Gamma Phi the best chapter a number of projects. On the at PSU. on all three floors, a new docket for 1999 and 2000 are television and stereo system in the Trophy Room, and renovation of the basement, State. For this effort, espe cially for the growing finan cial support of our renovation effort, we say 'Thank you! " This past year saw the results of our effort that was a new freezer. All this was made possible through the generosity of our graduates and careful budget manage ment by the under graduates. Crowning the year were two major awards for the chapter. PSU-IFC renovation of the kitchen, purchase and installation of new stoves and ovens, and Finally, it is with regret but great gratitude, that 1 inform you ol the retirement of Mrs. Curley. Mrs. Citrlev has worked wtth our chapter and calittiet on chapter finances and lilmgs since the eai K' 1980s. She touched many of installation of a fire suppres sion system. Finally, we are establishing a formal trust fund for the perpetuation of the chapter. As many of you contributions, we held a dinner for her and have aesthetics, and we received an honorable know, we will be initiating a national fund-raising campaign in 1999 designed to secure the chapter's renamed the Trophy Room as the Florence Curley Media Room. 1 know you will join me m thanking her lor mention for most- financial future. F)ave unselfish dedication to the improved chapter. Young '66, Wes Boschert '75 and your Board need your support and involve ment, so please consider the opportunities to help. chapter. recognized the chapter for outstanding The state of the The Gamma Phis take great pride in winning the 1998 Greek Oscar Award for house aesthetics. The unique belltower is one of many architectural features that puts the Lodge above the rest of Penn State's fraternity houses. installation of a new heating system, purchase of a new refrigerator lor the kitchen, Giitnma Phi that we can all fie chapter now stands at 32 undergraduates living in the house. our lives and is fondlv and forever a "Fiji Mom" to many of us. In recognition of her Well, breathers, thanks for your support. Have a great new vear and I 'll see vou at Pig Dinner! Mark Your Calendar for the Norris Pig Dinner AND THE Blue/White Game: Saturday, April 24. Details to FOLLOW. \r\nPage 2 January 1999 Incoming Chapter President Realized Goals: Justin Dunkelberger '00 The Best is Yet to Come Continues "on the Right Path" By Matthew Nee '99, Outgoing President Greetings,from the undergraduate brothers at Gamma Phi. As the air gets colder and a few snow flakes fall, the brothers at the Lodge are busy at work. Whether it is schoolwork, chapter work, IFC obligations or after-school jobs, the brothers of Gamma Phi are "pressing on." As the newly inducted president, I have high expectations for the chapter and myself. Outgoing President Matt Nee '99 has us on the right path, and I intend to keep us there and to keep progressing. Several projects are in the works or have just been completed. For the First time in many years. Gamma Phi may have its own philanthropic event beginning this spring. In addition, the chapter was recently granted the necessary funds to buy new chapter robes and fix our outdated chapter equipment. Also, new dining room tables were made available for us. They are hand-made of the highest quality oak by an Amishman and should last well into the future. This fall we successfully rushed nine men of the highest quality. I am quite sure they meet and exceed the ideals of our fraternity. These men will lead this chapter proudly into the next millennium. Gamma Phi will need strong leaders with Phi Gamma Delta going dry on July 1, 2000. In closing, I would like to encourage all graduate brothers to come back to North Burrowes to see the improvements to the house. Without you, the Lodge would be no more:3'ou are the lifeblood of Gamma Phi. We the undergrads thank you for all your support and look forward to seeing you come back throughout the year. We hope you will make a special effort to return for Pig Dinner on the weekend of April 24, also the weekend of the Blue/ White game. Spring 1998 /nitiate Jonathan K. \Miitenight '01, Titusville, N.J., Business Asthe close of 1998 creeps upon us, the annual changing of the guard is the big news at the Gamma Phi chapter. While some of the younger brothers prepare to step up on the executive board, the old cabinet members will step down, confident that we have set a high standard, and confident that the new cabinet members will continue to lead our chapter upward. We continue to improve our academic record. With a cumulative grade point average of 2.86, our chapter exceeded the all-fraternity grade point average as well as the all-men's average at the Univer sity. This was the first time in recent history that we have been able to claim such an accomplishment. The brotherhood is determined not to let this be a one-time achievement, and the new cabinet has made it a goal to see the average continue to grow. At the annual Ekklesia in Pittsburgh, Pa., this summer, the Gamma Phi chapter received an honorable mention listing for the Condon Cup, which goes to the most-improved chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. Although we had our sights set on winning the cup, we were grateful that our hard work paid off, and are very proud of our accomplishment. The path has been laid out, and now our goals are geared toward the Cheney Cup, which goes to the best all-around chapter. Within our own Greek system at Penn State, which happens to be one of the largest in the world, the Phi Gams received the Interfraternity Council Property Aesthetics Award at the annual Greek Oscars award ceremony for the improvement and best overall looks of the house. We take great pride in being recipients of that award over the other 50 houses in the running. We feel the look of the Lodge represents the character of men living in it. The above-mentioned awards are just some of the achievements that we feel represent the direction we are moving, as well as the present state of the Gamma Phi chapter. My term as president has been very gratifying for me, and I feel that our chapter's strength lies in its unity. Unity is something we all learned from day one as a pledge, and we, as a brotherhood, have held it close to our hearts. Our accomplishments were not achieved by having a great president, or an outstanding cabinet, but by having a unified brotherhood, with unified goals, that was and is willing to make some sacrifices for the good of our chapter. Since that attitude is Affiliate from Bowling Green State University held by our younger members, we are confident that the best is yet Samuel R. Spadafora '01, Indiana, Pa., Business Logistics to come. Fall 1998 Pledges Stephen A. Archut 02, Southampton, Pa., Division of Undergraduate Studies Trevor R. Brown 02, Mechanicsburg, Pa., Division of Undergraduate Studies Brian R. Lace 02, Greensburg, Pa., Civil Engineering Nicholas A. Mahoney '02, Northumberland, Pa., Premed Binaldo Montenegro III '03, Jefferson, N.J., Kinesiology Aaron V. Mores '02, Finleyville, Pa., Biology Max B. Pipman 02, New Kensington, Pa., Division of Undergraduate Studies Sean T. Reilly 02, Upper Darby, Pa., Mechanical Engineering Alichael L. Zboray 02, Northumberland, Pa., Civil Engineering The Nittany Fiji is published for the members and friends ofthe Gamma Phi Chapter ofPhi Gamma Deita Fraternity at The Pennsylvania State University. Address changes, news items, photographs and contributions are always welcome and may be sent in the enclosed envelope or mailed to Graduate Records Office Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity P.O. Box 296 State College, PA 16804-0296. \r\nPage 3 Nittany Fiji A Call to Action By Lance Appleman '00, Graduate Relations Chairman For those ofyou who have been reading this publication loyally and following the exploits of Gamma Phi, you are well aware of the success that the chapter has been experiencing lately. However, the one area in which Gamma Phi is striving for significant improvement is graduateundergraduate relations. It is in response to this crisis that we, the undergraduate brotherhood, are motivated to issue a "call to action" of sorts. After much deliberation, we have isolated two major areas that are in need of improvement. The first is the Nittany Fiji The intended purpose of this newsletter is to facilitate commu nications between the undergraduate and graduate brothers of Gamma Phi, and among the graduate brothers. Our goal for the Nittany Fiji is two-part: I) to create a forum for discussion of all issues facing Phi Gamma Delta, Gamma Phi and Greek life in general, and 2) to provide a place for the graduates to share their remembrances and recent experiences with all of the brotherhood. Concerning the former, the Nittany Fiji will reserve a large section, similar to a "letters to the editor " in a newspaper, in which we hope to publish letters by graduate brothers expressing your joys, concerns and opinions on any issue relevant to fraternity life. Whether it be rush, the alcohol-free housing initiative or even the undergraduate brotherhood, we want to know how you feel. Use this as an opportunity to lend your insight to the issues we, as a frater nity, are attempting to address. Whether it be positive or negative, your input is important. Addressing the second part of our goal for the Nittany Fiji, we would like to expand tremendously the Graduate News section of the newsletter. Ultimately, we would like contribu tions of any length, dealing with your past or present experi ences as a brother in Phi Gamma Delta. Whether it be a favorite undergraduate memory, an account of a recent visit to the chapter or a reunion or get-together with other brothers, we want to hear about it. This will serve to keep the entire brotherhood informed about what you are doing and facilitate coordination of future events, such as trips or reunions. We encourage every graduate brother to submit at least one of each type of letter per year. Our goal is to have a six- to eightpage publication rather than the current two to four pages. This is your forum, brothers, so please take advantage of it. The second major area we need to address is graduateundergraduate interaction. Homecoming has come and gone, and with it, a golden opportunity to stop by and visit the chapter. I am very well aware that a large number of our graduate brothers hold Penn State football tickets, placing them on campus five to six weekends each fall. With opportu nities like these, one would expect a larger number of visitors. Perhaps some feel as if you are not welcome or were turned off by a previous negative experience. Whatever the case may be, the undergraduate brothers sincerely extend an open invitation for you to come back and visit us once again. The chapter has undergone radical improvements over the past several years, and we are eager to show you just exactly how far we have come. Now that football season has passed, some of you may not be planning to return to State College until next September. I propose an alternative: Join us for the Norris Pig Dinner this spring! The Norris Pig Dinner, as you well remember, is an annual celebration of the bond that unites us all. I realize that there are time and geographic considerations that make traveling back to State College difficult for some. Please, if at all possible, plan now to return to State College on April 24, 1999, for the Norris Pig Dinner which is the BlueAVhite football game weekend. We sincerely desire an increased interaction with you, our graduate broth ers, and with your help, our goal can be realized. In closing, we appreciate the enormous resource that is our graduate brotherhood. In order to continue to make strides in a positive direction, we need your input and help. With your support, we can achieve great things, united as Gamma Phi of Phi Gamma Delta. Fall 1998 Chapter Officers President Justin R. Dunkelberger '00 Paxinos, Pa. Recording Secretary Bryan T. Holmes '00 Civil Engineering Historian Lance W.Appleman '00 Lower Burrell, Pa. Business Hudson, Ohio Operations and Information Treasurer Systems Management Corresponding Secretary Jonathan T. Moses '00 Derek F. Holt '01 New Kensington, Pa. Business Logistics Mechanicsburg, Pa. Computer Engineering \r\nPage 4 January 1999 Fall 1998 Recruitment By John McGrath '99, Rush Chairman When we undergraduate brothers of Phi Gamma Delta returned to Penn State in August, we were committed to pursuing the ver^' best candidates for membership. The brothers worked together, as Phi Gams do, during University-sponsored rush as well as initiating contact with prospective members at other times. We found men worthy of Phi Gam in our hometowns and in our classes, by visiting freshmen in their dormitories and b^' following up on Contributors Thank you to the brothers listed, who have already made contributions to our 1998-99 giving program. (Our giving year coincides with the school year and runs from September 1 through August 31.) Your support enables us to continue our alumni relations program, which includes the publication of this newsletter. If you have not yet sent a contribution, please do so today. the recommendations of graduate brothers. Such active George T. Faulkner 1928 David C. Necker 1967 recruitment helped us prepare for the future by finding quality Thurman C. Tejan 1936 William L. Oliver 1967 members. One goal of the brothers during recruitment was to dispel the media-aided myth that fraternities are little more than party houses and social clubs. We proudly informed rushees of the greatlj' improved chapter grade point average, which exceeded the All-Men's and the All-l"Vaternitv' averages at Penn State. We also cited the chapter's active participation and successes in athletics — both lettered and intramural. We were also able to point to our proud and illustrious history to attract the best men to the best place. "Oualitj', not quautit\' was the motto of this semester's rush period. We pursued onK' the most qualified men to join Gamma Phi. B3' recruiting men with academic and athletic talents, we strengthened the backbone ol the lraternit\' and supplied it with men who will ensure that Piji w ill continue her upward march. These nine men will aid Phi Gamma Delta's quest to always prosper and "press on. " Planning a Reunion? John L. McCain 1937 A. Bennett Orme Jr. 1967 Norman R. Snively 1937 Fred J. Caligiuri Jr. 1969 Richard E. Lace 1938 Gerald A. Curtin 1969 Houghton W.Clarke Jr. 1940 Daniel B. Kohlhepp 1969 Mark W. Houser Jr. 1943 Robert G. Lee 1969 Edgar D. McKean Jr. 1943 James A. Lilly 1969 Dr. Roy D. Bertolet 1944 Peter S. Miller 1971 Harry F. Kern Jr. 1944 Michael J. Stewart 1972 Robert H. Maurer 1947 E. Stuart Tuthill 1972 John S. McKean 1948 James E. Laslavic 1973 Byron M. Emery 1949 Timothy R. Booth 1975 William P. Mallory 1949 Mark C. Krauss 1976 Frank H. McKean 1951 Vincent H. Trapani 1976 Marion B. Burton 1952 Gregory M. Kubas 1977 Harding G. Williams 1952 Dr. Willard L. Noyes 1955 Richard R. Etling 1978 F. Daniel Wilder 1955 Kevin J. Murray 1981 James M. Nagle 1960 Greg J. Peterson 1981 Harold J. Heffner Jr. 1961 John F. Mullen 1983 Charles L. Hodges Jr. 1961 Robert J. Kaunert 1988 Richard W. Ludwig 1961 Anthony S. Peterman 1988 Dean P. Guerro 1980 Frank R. Mascia Jr. 1962 Marc Rossow 1991 W. John Soost 1962 Eric L. Mendola 1992 David J. Clark 1963 Stephen J. Potter 1992 We can help ... Before the reunion by supplying you with; • A list of alumni brothers from your class or era. • A set of mailing labels for the above list. • Publicity in our newsletter, ifyou let us know far enough in advance. After the reunion by publishing: • Your write-up of the event. • Some of the many photos that you took at the reunion. Just mail your reunion information and photos to the Graduate Records Olfice, Phi Gamma Delta l"ratcrnit\'. P.O. Bo.x 29t->, State College, PA 16804-0296, Attention: Special Features Fditor. Karl R. Fink 1963 Jack Clough 1995 Bruce L. Blythe 1966 Michael S. Busza Jr. 1996 Frank M. Caroselli 1967 your contimied suppon is appreciated. Belated thanks are extended to George W. Walter '32, Jim C. Page '33, Robert E. Speer '71, John D. Yagel '89 and Gary Generose '97, whose checks were in the mail when we published the 1997-98 Honor Roll last summer. \r\nPage 5 Nittany Fiji Graduate Voices president of Oliver Sprinkler Van Ness Ave. #302, San Edgar D. McKean Jr.'43(302 Fox chapel Rd. #200, Co. Inc. In 1998 he was elected Francisco, CA 94109) notes that February 26 will be the Pittsburgh, PA 15238) is still in chairman of the board of the the retail automobile business, National Trade Association's though his son. Brad,"runs the whole shebang, " while Edgar "National Fire Sprinkler Association. " Bill spent some George T. Faulkner '28(2128 72nd induction at Phi Gamma Delta. 1998 Nittany Fiji. Keep up the great work! " As vice president of Physiometrix Inc., E. Stuart Tuthill '72(1 High Rd., Newbuiy, MA 01951; stuthill@ph3'siometri.x.com) works in the medical equip ment industry. Stu was looking and his brother, John '48 time with Bill Bowman '66 in "I enjo^'ed my time at Gamma Phi. Spent m^' second 3'ear as meal planner and didn't always get compliments from the "kibitz. " The McKeans spend the summer of 1998. brothers! " reminisces Jim C. handicap 15, and would Lodge in several years, but the June Nittcmy Fiji sounds very Page '33(707 Highland Rd., Cotfeyville, KS 67357). vvelcome a game if 3'ou get to encouraging. Keep up the good Pittsburgh or Naples. If any of \'OU old guys visit either place, work! " writes A. Bennett James E. Laslavic '73(KNSD Orme Jr.'67(20436 Swan call me. I'm in the phone book!" Joseph C. Robinson '39(1020 Spring Ln., Centralia, \VA 98531) cnjo^'S lile, is playing lots oi goll and woodworking. Robert iM. Yahres '39(H3 Freedom Blvd., Wesl the summer months in Pittsburgh and the rest ol the vear in Florida. "I still play golf, "Haven't been back to the Rot' D. Bertolet 'HH (3903 Creek Ct., Sterling, VA 20165; jud^'benoOaol.com). He is managing director of CB Potters PI., Holland, PA 18966) has completed his 10th year of Richard Ellis Inc., a commercial real estate business. Ben stays television show and works as an missionary service in the in touch with David C. Necker mountains ol Honduras '67 and James W. Thomas '65. analyst on San Diego State football games for cable TV. "When in San Diego, please call Brand^'wine, PA 19320) and perlorming surgeiy and treating and inoculating horses and He also ran into John First '64 and his brother. Bill '68, at the Freedom Village, a continuing cattle. "Rewarding, but tiring, wedding of their nephew in care retirement communit\' in I'or an 'old man. " Roy sends along the new address for Harrv Kern '-H: 178 Hedgerow August 1998. 1998. Cir., Lansdale, PA 19446. "We're just wallowing in the pleasures of retirement," writes Ra\ C. Noll Jr.'50(307 Houghton W. Clarke Jr.'40 Spencer Rd., Devon, PA 19333) spends over half his time (12698 Mollylea Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70815) who "swung into his 81st year" in September at the Nittanv Noll Preserve, a 1998. "1 olten recall with great "Racev" notes that the lacility pleasure our 100th anniversary bash ... we had very offers commercial timber commendable attendance! Our class of'40 burned the mortgage in our Gamma Phi 50th year. " Houghton reports the following news ol brothers; Sonia and Wally Jones '40 are house for a visit in late 1998. 8330 Engineer Rd., San Diego, CA 92111) has signed a new contract with NBC/San Diego to continue as sports director. He also hosts a monthly sports his wile, Susie, moved to Chester County, in August forward to stopping by the tree larm in Pleasant Gap, Pa. products (native plants and Christmas trees) and recreational opportunities (Hying, hiking, fishing and hunting). "The reports in the June 1998 Nittciny Fiji about the good condition of the house are music (619-467-7226) and say hello." Garj' Petercuskie '78(43 Lazarus Lover, Centerville, MA 02632) works in fi nancial services as regional vice president of Sun Life of to my ears," writes Macdonald Canada. "Cuskie " and his wife, Heebner III '69 (791 Middle Creek Rd., Fairfleld, PA 17320; Jo, have a daughter, Alisa Jo. heebner@mail.wideopen.net). "Mac " IS a computer specialist President and C.O.O. of with the National Park Service at Gettysburg. WinStar Communications, John J. Chidester '80 (1311 Shadow Oak Dr., Malvern, PA 19355)can be reached James A. Lill^''69 (4329 electronically at |chidester@ Larchwood Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19104; jlilly@fmgnet.com) Sharon, have four children. winstar.com. Jack and his wife, has a new position as director of James I. Tarman Jr.'82(6125 alive and well at Kill Devil Hill, #2, Bo.x 267, Thompson, PA N.C., pulling in Iresh seafood from the beach or the bay every day; Donald S. Newbury '40 of and general surgeon and a life business development at Icon CMT. The company helps clients figure out how to use the Internet to their advantage. James keeps in touch with Bob memlter of the American Hendricks '71 and Robert Bellaman '85 and their College of Osteopathic Surgery. You can reach him Speer '71. via e-mail at wln331@nep.net. Michael J. Stewart '72 (229 S. Maple Ave., Greensburg, PA 15601) is pleased to hear of the progress the undergraduates are making. "1 enjoyed the June respective spouses got together in Washington, D.C., in August to celebrate the 40th birthday of Richardson, Texas, is still coaching lacrosse at TCU in Dallas as a sideline; and Jean The new mailing address for Willard L. No^ es '55 is R.D. 18465. Will is a retired vascular and Hank McKown '40 are nestled among their kids and grandkids in Florida on the shores of Sarasota Bay. William L. Oliver '67(8016 Goshen Rd., Newtown Square, PA 19073) is a contractor and Highview Dr., Piano, TX 75024) reports that he, Jeff Norris '82, Ralph Petrino '82, Jeff Tarman '85 and Mike •James Shute '82.(We need updated addresses for Jell Norris and Ralph.) Concluded, next page. \r\n528 Page 6 January 1999 Graduate Voices John F. Mullen '83 (214 Price Ave. F-21, Narberth, PA Arena '93 with fellow brothers Christopher Fairchild '92, 19072) is an attorney with Eric Mendola '92, Tod Lower Cozen & O'Connor. He and '92, William Cawley '90, Kevin Gary Martin '84 participated in the wedding of Richard Russo Cull '93 and Kevin Hanson '95. Michael also planned to '84 in the summer of 1998. embark on an "adventure race " John notes that Mark Rogers with Eric and Chris on October '83, Tom Florence '85 and Bill Schoonmaker '85 were also in 4. The trip was to include mountain biking, a trial run tind kayaking in Pittsburgh. attendance.(We need a current address for Gary. Can anyone help?) Eric L. Mendola '92 (35 Bittersweet Ct., Norristown, A project designer in architectural lighting for Schuler & Shook Inc., James PA 19403) provided more details on the aforementioned Hi Tec Adventure Race. Their R. Baney '88(420 Linden Ave., Apt. 404, Wilmette, IL 60091) lives right in the heart of Big Ten football country and has "mystery" adventures. Eric is a been to games at Purdue, technical supervisor in Northwestern and Michigan pharmaceuticals for McNeil over the last two seasons. "I'd Consumer Products Co. love to hear from some of my pledge brothers to see what's new. E-mail me at jbaney® team name was the "Fiji Adventure Racing Team" and the event was also to include 10 recently purchased property in Illinois. "Any Fijis in the Chicago area'.'' E-mail me!" and full update on the past and present Fiji football team. Let's do it this year!" David W.Pescherine '93 (1118 August 1998 was a big month lor Jack D. Rushing '96 (9919 Hudson St. Apt. 3, Hoboken, NJ 07030) took up the sport of mountain climbing after graduation and, when he first started, joked that one day he would climb the highest mountiiin. In 1998 that joke became ti reality. "1 climbed to jMontauk Ave., Bethesda, MD 20817). He moved from New Jersey to Maryland on the 8th, accepted the position ol senior sales e.xecutu e lor iMidAtlantic iMedical Services (MAlMSl) on the 15th and was married on the summit of Mt. Everest. It the 29th. "Cactus" then was the most challenging and exhilarating experience of my purchased a house in September."Gamma Phi life. " David would love to hear presses on! f rom members of the "Black Diamond" society. On ;i serious note, he reports that Chris Fairchild '92 was in a hanggliding accident. "I'm not sure how serious it was, but in\' prayers go out to him and hi,-, beautiful wife, Susan." We all Gary Generose '97(200 Prince I'rederick St., Apt. R3, King of Prtissiti, PA 19406; garygenerose@erols.com) now works m 401 K account administration lor the X'anguard Grou|). Gary lives tibout three blocks away from Stephen J. Potter '92(248 wish Chris and Susan the best. Seventh Ave., Swarthmore, PA A sales associate with Inventa moc'cd into a new house in King schulershook.com. " 19081; spotter@southco.com) is a sales manager in access Corp., Douglas B. Welsh '93 (508 Summit Ave. Apt. 3, ol Prussia last summer. Anthony S. Peterman '88 hardware for Southco Inc. He (1000 Brookwood Dr., Pottstown, PA 19464) sent planned to attend the Purdue Jenkintown, PA 19046; dwelsh@inventa.com) works in Since publication ol our last and Northwestern football Internet applications issue, we have learned of the games the 1998 season with development. He enjoyetl the death ol Albert D. McGrew '20 Jeff Potter '96, Tod Lower wedding of Erika and Scott Bitar '95 in August 1998 and (7/lv3/98), Andrew Kerr Jr.'26 (4/4/98), Richard Little III '48 notes that fellow attendee Joe (1/24/98), Raymond E. Adams '50 (12/21/9/ ). Phi Gamma some updates for the NiUany Fiji: Donna and Dave Wolfanger '90 welcomed the arrival of their first child, IVleghan, on August 5; Walt Joachim '89, Jason Scarpello '88 and Cary McClain '90 attended the fall 1998 '92, Reagan Beck '92, Scott Bailer '92 and Steve Helgeson '90. "Potts" e.xtends his congratulations to Scott Bitar '95 on his marriage to Erika in August 1998. Jeff, Doug housewarming party held by Welsh '93, Ed Mendola '91, Lee Janiczek '87 in center city Greg Machita '93 and Joseph Philadelphia; and Steve Greisiger '87 "is now back where he belongs on the East Rys '92 also attended. Coast"(R.R. 2 Box 439E, Birdsboro, PA 19508). consulting for the Asia Pacific region for EXE Technologies, Kevin iM. Hanson '95 who Rys '92 IS now a father with a toddler son. Jack. Michael S. Busza '96 (740 Mitchell Ave., Morton, PA 19070) now teaches health and Pliysical education and coaches football and lacrosse Michael T. Frank '92 invites North Wells #1405, Chicago, IL at Radnor High School. "Buz" reports that he won the 1998 National Lacrosse League World Championship with the Philadelphia Wings lacrosse any brothers and their families to stop in and visit his new home if they are traveling south 60610; benjainin_hood@ team. 'I would like a roster or north on 1-95. His new and Australia to work in address is 703 Beretta Way, Bel Air, MD 21015. "Te.\'attended regional headciuarters. Singapore is the world home ' base for the company, but he Now director of sales Benjamin D.Hood '93 (1305 the wedding of Tina and Paul exe.coin) has been traveling between Europe, Asia, the U.S. Delta mourns their passing and extends condolences to their The brothers of the Gamma Phi chapter extend best wishes to Tara Gossing and Dominic Giordano '97, who were married on October 3, 1998. lamilies and triends.