The Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University ofNebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 Inside this Newsletter ♦ Fiji alumni earns recognition ♦ The Purple Legionnaire's Report ♦ Special Pig Dinner Guest ♦ House Corp. Board Report Communications building in their honor is a fitting way for the University of Nebraska to express sincere gratitude to them." NU foundation President Terry Fairfield said the building was named for the Anderson's to commend their long history of leadership and support of the university and its graduates. ♦ Presidents Report ♦ Notes from the BOA ♦ Rush Information Harold Anderson graduated from the University of Nebraska's Teachers College Building named after Phi Gam in 1945 and minored in UNL Student journalists have journalism. learned In the rooms of Avery Hall for 25 years. graduated from NU's journalism school in 1950. But beginning in fall 2001, instead of walking across Both Pi Beta Kappa graduates of NU, and Harold a graduate of Phi Gamma Delta, the campus, students will walk downtown and study in Harold Anderson's and Marian Anderson Hall. recognized The NU Foundation announced it plans to name UNL's College of Journalism Communications Marian, his wife, have for been their many diverse civic and community efforts, statewide and citywide in Omaha. and Mass new home, Harold Anderson said he was the Security Mutual building at pleased to assist the college 200 Centennial Mall, in honor and of Harold and Marian Anderson acquisition of Omaha. Mutual Building. the university in the of the Security is former UNL Chancellor James Moeser publisher and chairman of the said he was pleased with the Omaha World Herald Co. partnership. "Harold and Marian Anderson "We are grateful to Harold and Harold Anderson have been longtime friends and supporters of the University of Nebraska," said NU President Dennis Smith. "Naming journalism the college 3nd of Mass Marian Anderson for providing the leadership that enables the university to prosper and grow. portions of this article are by the Daily Nebraskan. \r\nThe Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 From the Purple Legionnaire Special Pig Dinner As we finish the final year in the 20th century, we take on new challenges and revel in promising rewards. Fred Hoppe is a Nebraska artist specializing in wildlife and CHALLENGE: Last fall brought studies that the Lambda Nu Today is a key link between undergraduate and of From the Editor Brothers, Greetings, my name is Mark Moody and I am a Sophomore in the house. I was fortunate enough to be elected Graduate Relations Chairman. Guest This Year I know the the a new fire mqrshal packed full attitude and desire for My "making his point", thus requiring more repairs and upgrades to the chapter house. Committee and I set an early REWARD: The chapter house graduate chapter. That is why I enjoyed newsletter putting together. this goal for this fall's newsletter. was finally brought up to the That is why we have compiled current fire codes. the most pertinent information CHALLENGE: for the graduate chapter. We hope that you take the time to read up on how we are doing as an overall chapter. I would like to take this time to thank my committee, Chad Mercer, Ben Hoy, Todd Frohloff, Eric Drumheller, Ben Goll, and special thanks to Landon Greene for his hard work and dedication to this project. I also want to send an early notice that Pig Dinner '99 will be on Oct. 8, 1999 at the Cornhusker. Please mark your calendars and keep your eyes open for future notices. Once again I hope you enjoy this publication and if you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me. Mark Moody (402)436-6488 have taken him to Europe, Africa and most of North America's wilderness areas, including Canada's Yukon and Northwest Territories. Eight of his 40 trips to Alaska have been above the Arctic Circle. Mr. Hoppe's Work is nationally I am the advisor to 65 young men ages 17-23 living together virtually unchaperoned. monumental bronze sculpture. Wildlife research and field REWARD: Where do I start? When I do find time in my schedule to spend time with these fellas, I see a very capable, energetic and intelligent group of leaders. Contrary to popular belief, our youth aren't hopeless, they aren't out of control, they are our future and they are preparing for it, they just have known and commissions he has done for President George Bush, General Norman Schwarzkof, Charlton Heston and other national figures. In Nebraska, Mr. Hoppe has completed two monumental bronze sculptures for UNL including a 17' by 26' life-size Wooly Mammoth, that is now standing on the north side of Morrill Hall, and the "Husker Legacy", featuring several lifesize football players on the east side of Memorial Stadium. a different way of showing it. But most of all, they are having in the past five years Mr. Hoppe has donated more than fun and building relationships 225 and developing attributes that will last a lifetime and I salute a job well done. Kent Rogert, Purple Legionnaire, Nebraska 95 bronze sculptures that have raised over $600,000 for Nebraska schools, Make a Wish Foundation, and numerous wildlife conservation groups. He has won more than 100 national awards in museum exhibit and bronze sculpture competitions. Continued on next page \r\nThe Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 Nu brothers. As a result of the QonQTStUldtiOnS From Previous Page Conduct infraction would result in withdrawal of Chapter recognition. For two academic years, the Board required a sanctions, house membership 72 members to 43 members in the Fall of 1994. Graduate Assistant to live in the house. No social events Nevertheless, the were permitted through the selves to our Chapter and 1996-97 worked academic year at members remaining rededicated hard to them restore our be Chapter to its present status consumed. The Chapter for with the house at full capacity. two years lost its chance to win Moreover, intramural awards and had to members for the past five develop years which alcohol and would achieve a ^ oin plummeted from a capacity of to W.D. uraig all have Lambda Nu satisfied the in its 86th year and we are proud to announce that Brother W.D. Craig from the Lambda Nu chapter, of Phi Gamma Delta, is the 128th Secretary. Brother started working at Field Craig head quarters on January 7th. From January 16th to February 14th, comprehensive public service program. Finally, through the sanctions probation 1997-98 academic year each new member was required to complete an alcoholic Chapter's recognition at UNL. It education program and co- our chapter as a group. sponsor an alcohol education program open to all members What I reported in the 1995-96 signed 15 colony members and newsletter bears repetition. It now has indeed been an honor and members. of the UNL Greek system. and terms of to preserve our by Todd Frohloff The Field Secretary program is has been an achievement both by individual brothers and by he was at the University of Florida starting the Upsilon Phi Colony. The chapter previously existed from 1941-1994 before they ran out of funding and members. Recently, they have are up to 20 new In addition, the Judicial Board pleasure to serve as Purple required the national Fraternity Legionnaire for Lambda Nu for four years and now to serve as He will be traveling until late Board of Chapter Advisors Chairman. I am proud of the four young men who abided by the for next year has not been to impose a behavior code on the Chapter containing an absolute prohibition of alcoholic beverages and an absolute prohibition of hazing. Further the Fraternity was encouraged to establish 2.500 grade point sanctions and probationary conditions. I am proud of the standard for those members service who enjoy chapter privileges. I am pleased to report that on May 9, 1998, our Chapter completed mandated the by sanctions the Judicial Board on December 10, 1993. The completion of these san ctions and the end of probation were the result of substantial sacrifices made by the Lambda May, and then will work at the Fiji Academies this summer. Brother Craig's area determined. However, he will community be visiting 25-30 chapters. The following are previous Field we have Secretaries from the Lambda established. I am proud of the Nu chapter. (Number in program. Name, class year) academic and record reform, renewal, and revival which have occurred. With a revitalized enthusiasm, reclaimed optimism, and a restored dedication, the young men of the Lambda Nu Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta have restored our Chapter to its proper place of prominence at UNL! #24 N.W. "Jerry" Solomon '51 a #60 Thomas M. Gilliland '60 #82 Clark A. Robertson '82 #98 Joseph J. Friedman '88 #128 W.D. Craig '98 \r\nThe Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 From previous page Currently, Mr. Hoppe Is working on a special bronze legacy of our beloved owl, Gamma. Large and small collector's edition owls will be available for purchase at the Pig Dinner. Prices will be announced upon completion of this esteemed project. Proceeds from each owl sold will go toward the Lambda Nu building fund. From the House Corporation we Inherited concluded that since money was available to assist In repairing and replacing chapter property that has experienced major deferred maintenance, we should also bring the Chapter up to 100% compliance with the Fire Code. After several failed meetings and calls, the Fire phone Inspector Informed us after the Fall semester concluded that if the Chapter were not 100% compliant. It would not be permitted to open for the Spring, 1999 semester; he thereupon "tagged" the doors, meaning anyone found living on the premises could be Greetings from your House Corporation Board. As many of you who were able to join us jailed, fined, or both. for the Centennial Pig Dinner recall, 1998 was quite a year the Chapter is open, and full. for Lambda Nu In all respects. A brief summary Includes lifting of the University's sanctions, adopting an alcohol-free $228,982.00. Revenues in excess of expenditures were ($95,542.00). The primary reason for such a substantial The Board and the undergrads rallied to meet the Inspector's requirements. The Board obtained additional financing from Cornhusker Bank, and the is due accountants can tell, is presented on a cash flow basis only as this method provides the best view of the true financial picture of the House Corporation. do not hesitate or any of the other members of the House Corporation Board, If you have any questions or suggestions. Respectfully submitted, undergrads cleaned, painted, Matthew M. Maude repairs to the chapter house state of disarray for several weeks this January. Specific House Corp. President a major International award. items included a total gutting and framing of the 4th floor, Despite all the work performed at 1425 R street. Including a new roof, new driveway, replacement and repairs of hard-wiring emergency lighting and door closures, installation "only just begun" (quoting one of Gordo Bear's famous siren songs). Specifically, the Fire Inspector to contact me at (402) 437-1009, and lived with an Intangible windows, and tuckpolnting the foundation, we learned we had the above-mentioned financial data housing policy, completing badly needed maintenance and and winning the Condon Cup, to maintenance and repairs of $103,210.00 incurred from July 1, 1998 through January 1, 1999. Interest Expense Is also materially higher. The good news Is that real property taxes are fully paid. As many of you Please I am pleased to Inform you that loss of new door frames to ensure non-draft airflow on closed doors, and a new ingress/ egress from a storage room. As of January 31, current assets were $9,554^00 Including $1,004.00 m sx escrow. Total liabilities were "Nothing In the world can take the place of persistence" -Calvin Coolldge, Amherst '94 President of the US,1924-1929 \r\nThe Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 The Presidents Report years, rests on the heels of you, the graduates. Report from the On the other hand there are BCA Chair As we enter the new century, many positive things going on the fraternity like at 1425 R Street. all other things is a constantly evolving system. Too many times, members are trying to participate in a fraternity of the past and not in the real world of the 1990's. Surviving, as a fraternity in the present age is not an easy thing. Fraternity rush numbers over the past 10 years are down 10%, while enrollment at the University of Nebraska and sorority rush numbers are at near record highs. We are living in a community that is highly anti-Greek and most other fraternities are suffering like we are. Nonetheless, both Phi Gamma Delta and the University of Nebraska are looking at ways to pull fraternities out of this rut. As you learned from the House Corporation Report, quite a bit of construction has taken place at Lambda Nu this year. Much was quite overdue, but there is still much left. The old side of the house was constructed in 1931 and the new in 1965. Much of the electrical work and plumbing has not been updated in years. We have a lot of work to do, but we can not do it with out the support of our graduate brothers. The existence of this fraternity for another hundred by James D. McFarland On December 10, 1993, the At the 150th Ekklesia held in Pittsburgh, PA, Lambda Nu was the proud recipient of the Condon Cup, awarded to the all-around most improved chapter. In October, we celebrated our centennial over homecoming weekend, and we played host to over guests. 300 brothers and Scholastically our house average has been over the all men's and all university aver age for the last academic year. In February, we raised over $8,000.00 for the Lighthouse, a Lincoln organization that helps needy children. judicial Board of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln found the Lambda Nu Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta guilty of four violations of the UNL Student Code of Conduct. These violations pertained to (1) alcohol use, (2) physical abuse, (3) dangerous conduct, and (4) hazing. These findings were based on an investigation of a November, 1993 incident in which one of our pledges, in an intoxicated condition, fell from a third story bathroom window while trying to climb down a drain pipe on the side of our house. He suffered a fractured skull and lapsed into a coma. Fortunately he Lambda Nu is a strong house at UNL, and we are a strong recovered and later re-enrolled house throughout all of Phi Gamma Delta. There is one As a result of the Judicial at UNL. Board's findings, our Chapter thing holding us back, though, was placed on probation and graduate support. sanctions were imposed. Two broad sets of requirements had to be met for UNL to continue We need your help! To volunteer your leadership abilities please contact BCA Chairman Jim McFarland at its recognition of our Chapter on campus. President, Matt Maude at (402) The "Probation and Behavioral Requirements" of the Judicial Board placed the Chapter on 437-1009. "conduct probation" through the Fraternally. 1997-98 academic year during J.B. Goll '00,President which any major Code of (402)435-8080 or House Corp. Continued on Next Page \r\nThe Fraternity ofPhi Gamma Delta at the University ofNebraska-Lincoln Summer 1999 FIJI RUSH Tell us what you think or what's new in your life... Brothers Summer Rush is rapidly approaching! As rush chairs, we'd like to take this opport unity to introduce ourselves: J.R. Johnson hails and fill out the Class Year from Wahoo-Newman '97; Tyler Levey hails from Millard South '97 in Omaha; and Mark Moody hails from Creighton Prep '97 in Omaha. As rush chairs, it is our obligation to recruit quality Phi Gams, so that we can continue our outstanding reputation on campus. We're asking for your help in recommending Fiji material. If you could please take the time recommendation Name Address City/State/Zip email Phone What's new... enclosed card and send it back to any of the above rush chairs it would be of the greatest appreciation. Sincerely, Mark Moody Please retum to Mark Moody, Phi Gamma Delta, 1425 R Street, Lincoln, NE 68508; or via email at pgd@unl.edu Tyler Levey J.R. Johnson A leader is best: When people barely know he exists A leader is best: Who talks little when his work is done PIG DINNER October 8, 1999 The Comhusker Lincoln, NE His aims fulfilled: They will say "We did Check out Lambda Nu on the web!11 this ourselves" www.liji.org Email us your comments!!! pgd@unl.edu