THE EMERALD OF SIGMA PI I VOLUME CVIII, NUMBER 2 I SPRING 2025 The Sigma if International Big to Grand Council represented requirem Hormande LaQuan i - Name New Aromy Come Couglin Johnson Yougmand Jasm DePanit Kincryk - - Very I St. John's University has ground Charter a Traternity advressil University Amb Sustained Success at Iota-Tau ALSO IN THIS ISSUE 58th Biennial Convocation Announcement SoCal LEAP Fund Accomplishments News IN THIS ISSUE FEATURES 01 News from Sigma Pi 02 From the Grand Sage 03 Interfraternal News 03 Calendar of Events 04 "A Decade Of Dedication" 08 Convocation Announcement 10 "Leaping Forward" 14 The Foundations 18 Member Success 20 Reports 24 Growth 26 Volunteers 28 Adytum on High 32 Sigma Pi Pride 33 Photo Finish CONTRIBUTORS EDITOR/CREATIVE DIRECTOR 04 Chris Carter (Middle Tennessee '08) A Decade Of Dedication ASSISTANT EDITOR lota-Tau Chapter's Rise and Legacy at St. John's University Summer Clarkson BUSINESS MANAGER Jen Wyatt MAPI ЕП CONTRIBUTORS Jacob Camilleri (Saginaw Valley State '14) CEO Jonathan M. Frost (UMSL '99) Christian Miele (Towson '00) SIGMA PI Alexander Pettigrew (Indiana of Pennsylvania '15) Jake Reed (Arkansas '19) Paul Wydra (UMSL '96) 08 10 Convocation Announcement Leaping Forward Alumni Strengthen SoCal Brotherhood ABOUT SIGMA PI ABOUT THE EMERALD UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION Sigma Pi Fraternity was founded at Vincennes VOLUME CVIII, NUMBER 2 - Spring 2025 To update your contact information, University, Vincennes, Ind. on February 26, please visit: (ISSN 1074-5289, USPS 011-013) 1897. The Executive Office is located in the sigmapi.org/updateinfo greater Nashville, Tennessee area. Sigma Pi The Emerald has been published since 1911 by: or send an email to: has chartered more than 230 chapters in North Sigma Pi Fraternity records@sigmapi.org America and has initiated over 120,000 members 479 Sam Ridley Pkwy since 1897. Suite 105, PMB 334 CONTACT INFORMATION Smyrna, TN 37167 The founders of Sigma Pi Fraternity are: ЕП sigmapi.org and additional mailing offices. Rolin Rosco James (1879-1953) emerald@sigmapi.org William Raper Kennedy (1877-1944) SUBMISSION DEADLINES 615.921.2300 James Thompson Kingsbury (1877-1950) Fall June 1 f X @sigmapi George Martin Patterson (1877-1960) Spring December 1 FRATERNITY NETWORKING GROUP COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION sigmapi.org/linkedin Copyright © 2025 Sigma Pi Fraternity; Sigma Pi, and the crest are trademarks of Sigma Pi, all rights reserved. Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Contents NEWS FROM SIGMA PI FROM THE CEO SIGMA PI LAUNCHES PROCLAMATION PROGRAM Jonathan M. Frost (UMSL '99) Chief Executive Officer " Over the past few years, Sigma Pi has strengthened its support model to better serve student members through enhanced consultation and educational opportunities. These efforts are driving growth-chapters are expanding, new member retention is improving, and we are seeing encouraging trends in health and safety awareness Brothers Thomas Kurt Tellez (Fullerton, CA '79), David Thomas Meis (Fullerton, CA '81) (center) and education. Most importantly, were honored with Proclamations on November 25, 2024 for their committment to the Success of the resilience of our student officers Epsilon-Nu's fishing derby fundraiser is remarkable, exemplifying what On October 31, 2024, Sigma Pi Grand Sage Christian J. Miele it means to be a Sigma Pi man. Fraternity announced the launch (Towson '00), who has championed While Sigma Pi is continuing to of a Grand Council Proclamation the program's development, progress on these service offerings, Program, an initiative designed expressed his enthusiasm for this there is a need for alumni support. to recognize and celebrate the Today's students are leager to learn initiative, saying, "The Grand from those who came before them— outstanding contributions of Sigma Council Proclamation Program to gain leadership insights, financial Pi members. Through this program, provides a tangible way to honor management skills, and the tools which was conceived by PGS those members who have gone to strengthen their chapters. Larry Rovira (Fullerton '80), above and beyond to advance the THIS IS A CALL TO ACTION FOR the Grand Council will issue formal mission of Sigma Pi Fraternity. It OUR ALUMNI. Whether through time, proclamations to Sigma Pi brothers is our hope that this program will talent, or treasure, alumni engagement who demonstrate exceptional inspire future generations of brothers is key to shaping the future of Sigma Pi. dedication to service, leadership, and to live our organization's values." the upholding of Fraternity values. As John Donne wisely said, "No Any Sigma Pi member may nominate man is an island unto himself." It is To date, proclamations have been a worthy brother for a proclamation. our collective strength that will carry presented to four brothers: Sigma Pi forward, ensuring that future Each proclamation will serve as an Thomas K. Tellez (Fullerton, generations of young men can find enduring testament to the significant CA '79), David T. Meis their purpose through our Fraternity. (Fullerton, CA '81), Jay J. Ross contributions of Sigma Pi members. III (UCLA '90), and Matthew Visit sigmapi.org/proclamations Catha A. Sumrow (UCLA '88). for more information. " THE EMERALD 1 Calendar of Events DID YOU KNOW? GRAND COUNCIL SIGMA PI STORE FROM THE GRAND SAGE A MESSAGE FROM GS CHRISTIAN J. MIELE (TOWSON '00) Sigma Pi offers a streamlined Vendor Hub that enhances Brothers, the shopping experience for our members by consolidating In February, I had the pleasure of hosting Sigma Pi offerings from licensed vendors Fraternity's first-ever national live stream celebration throughout the Sigma Pi network of Founders' Day, alongside Past Grand Sage Joseph into a single virtual storefront. V. Palazzolo (Monmouth '00). I am thrilled to report The Sigma Pi Store serves that over 500 undergraduate and alumni members as a centralized destination, tuned in to the official Sigma Pi YouTube channel for Christian J. Miele making it effortless for members this very special event, which featured a presentation Towson '00 to discover and acquire the that explored our Fraternity's origins and early Grand Sage merchandise they desire, further development, including many aspects of its magnificent strengthening our brand presence history that have only recently come to light. and member engagement. Whether it is hosting virtual gatherings like the one The site also has dedicated we just piloted, producing regular episodes of the Owl sections for jewelry, as well as Talk podcast, or holding listening sessions for our items that chapter's can utilize alumni club leaders, your Grand Council is continually for recruitment efforts. looking for new ways to strengthen our fraternal bonds Check it out today at through member outreach and engagement. Sigma sigmapistore.org. Pi is a lifelong membership organization, and we are committed to providing meaningful opportunities for every brother to get involved and stay connected! fXOm If you would like to learn more about these opportunities, please send me an email at grandsage@sigmapi.org. Together, let us continue to build a legacy that embodies Through all major social media channels, members can connect the true spirit of our Great Fraternity. As always, I Believe. with each other, share updates Fraternally, from their chapters, and stay informed about the latest news, events, and resources. Find us on Christian J. While all platforms with @sigmapi, or visit sigmapi.org/linkedin to join the Linkedln members group. GRAND COUNCIL FOR THE 2024-2026 BIENNIUM Grand Sage - Christian J. Miele (Towson '00) Grand Second Counselor - Justin R. Todoroff (Cal State Long Beach '01) Grand Third Counselor - Brian M. Devot (Cal State Long Beach '95) Grand Fourth Counselor - Jeffrey S. Cline (North Carolina State '85) Grand First Counselor - Peter Georgantopoulos (UC Irvine '95) Grand Herald - Bradly T. Ferguson (Vincennes '07) Past Grand Sage - W. Kent Varney (Kentucky '97) 2 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Interfraternal News INTERFRATERNAL NEWS UPCOMING EVENTS FRATERNAL HEADLINES APRIL 2025 April 2 Valparaiso (Beta-Tau) 65th Anniversary STOP CAMPUS HAZING ACT BECOMES THE LAW OF THE LAND April 3 Washington State (lota-Nu) n December 2024, President of physical or psychological 15th Anniversary II Biden signed the Stop harm. Importantly, this definition April 11 Wisconsin-Platteville (Delta-lota) Campus Hazing Act after it applies regardless of whether the 55th Anniversary was unanimously passed by both individual willingly participates. April 11-13 the House and Senate. The law Examples of hazing listed Recruitment Academy Nashville, TN gained bipartisan support, in part in the law include: due to strong advocacy from the April 21 + Physical harm (e.g., beating, East Carolina (Eta-Kappa) fraternity and sorority community. 35th Anniversary striking, or shocking someone) The new law does not impose + Sleep deprivation, exposure to MAY 2025 additional responsibilities on extreme conditions, or confinement May 1 fraternities or sororities but instead + Coerced consumption of food, Worcester Polytechnic (Gamma-lota) 60th Anniversary places obligations on federally alcohol, drugs, or other substances May 12 funded colleges and universities— + Inducing someone to perform Wake Forest (Alpha-Nu) nearly all institutions in the U.S. sexual acts 85th Anniversary One of the most significant changes + Any act that causes fear of May 18 is the requirement for schools to Michigan State (Zeta-Mu) bodily harm through threats or 40th Anniversary publicly disclose hazing-related intimidation May 31 disciplinary actions in their Clery + Any act that violates criminal law at Golf Classic Event Report and a newly required Hazing the local, state, tribal, or federal level Redford, Michigan Report. These reports will include It is important to note that this federal JUNE 2025 hazing incidents from all student law does not override state hazing June 27-29 organizations, not just fraternities Tony Siress Leadership Summit laws or require schools to change Lanier Islands, GA and sororities, but also sports their existing hazing definitions. teams, marching bands, and other SEPTEMBER 2025 However, by mandating greater groups. Additionally, colleges must transparency and awareness, it is September 19 St. John's (lota-Tau) now publish their hazing policies, expected to have a significant impact 10th Anniversary along with statements on their on hazing prevention nationwide. September 24 prevention and awareness efforts. Ursinus (Theta-Sigma) The passage of this law with 20th Anniversary For purposes of this law, hazing is unanimous bipartisan support is September 27 defined as any intentional, knowing, a milestone in combating hazing Engage Boston or reckless act committed against at the collegiate level. Fraternal New England Province another person during an initiation, Law will continue to provide OCTOBER 2025 affiliation, or membership in a updates on its implementation October 8 student organization that creates a and its effects on student William Paterson (Theta-Tau) 20th Anniversary risk-beyond normal participation- organizations moving forward. October 27 Towson (Eta-Nu) 35th Anniversary To see event information, or to share details about an event for posting, visit sigmapi.org/events THE EMERALD 3 Feature I A DECADE OF DEDICATION IOTA-TAU CHAPTER'S RISE AND LEGACY AT ST. JOHN'S UNIVERSITY by Chris Carter (Middle Tennessee '08), Editor/Creative Director ounded less than a decade ago, Iota-Tau Chapter A Legacy of Awards and Recognition on Campus F of Sigma Pi at St. John's University has rapidly Since their founding, Iota-Tau Chapter has achieved ascended to a position of prominence, not just prestigious awards, underscoring their excellence. In just within their campus community but across the Greater the last two years alone, they earned the IFC Fraternity of New Jersey Province and the landscape of Sigma Pi. the Year, Outstanding Senior of the Year, Unsung Hero, and Since their installation on September 19, 2015, the chapter Outstanding New Member awards. As part of the Greater has built a reputation marked by unwavering dedication, New Jersey Province, Iota-Tau serves as a benchmark operational strength, and a commitment to philanthropy. of excellence for the 14 other chapters in the region. This past October, Iota-Tau Chapter celebrated their incredible achievements at a ten-year anniversary banquet, "[CEO Jonathan M. Frost] made the analogy like the with over 80 members and guests in attendance. New England Patriots-it's a culture of winning," said 4 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Feature Logan Palmer ('23). "That's what we are here. Iota- Tau is a culture of winning. When you're recruited and you get a bid, from day one, you are instilled with the value that we win. We do not settle. We are second to none. And I want that to continue on for the next 10, 20 [years], you know, hopefully forever." Their recognition within their campus and community is especially noteworthy as it has helped Iota- Tau establish a legacy as one of the most reliable, community-focused chapters at St. John's. "On a smaller campus like we are, Greek life isn't thought much of. And when I first arrived at the school, I didn't think Greek life really was a big Members of lota-Tau Chapter gathered on campus prior to their banquet thing here. And year after year, we continue to get to meet with CEO Jonathan M. Frost and talk about their legacy louder and louder," said JM Mauceri ('20). - one from each tier of the organization. Iota-Tau's Those who have volunteered throughout the years with accomplishment marks a historical moment for Sigma Pi. Iota-Tau know just how important the culture that the Chapter has built is. Derrick Rheaume (Bridgewater "Iota-Tau's decade of excellence is a testament to the State '99) - who volunteered with the Chapter during unwavering dedication, leadership, and brotherhood that their first few years - had this to say about Iota-Tau's Sigma Pi represents," said CEO Jonathan M. Frost (UMSL experience within the St. John's community: "I am '99). "Their achievements-whether through their record- extremely proud of the continued success of Iota-Tau. breaking awards, impactful philanthropy, or the culture of Back in 2014, we faced a tall order to build the first Sigma self-improvement they've fostered-set a standard for all Pi chapter in New York City. The challenges were intense, chapters to follow. This is what it means to live our mission but we worked hard to ensure a strong foundation that and core values every day, and I'm incredibly proud to allowed our men to thrive and grow as individuals." see the impact they've made on campus and beyond." He continued: "Many of the first Sages and executive PHILANTHROPIC IMPACT boards worked tirelessly to bring the group from colony Iota-Tau's commitment to philanthropy is another status to a stable, thriving group. They were steadfast key factor behind their impact. Their signature event, in enshrining the principles of Sigma Pi, upholding the Tunnels to Towers stair walk, has garnered the local and national constitution, and fostering a immense recognition both on campus and within cooperative relationship with the host administration. the local community. This event - honoring first They also ensured the Chapter reflected the diversity responders, veterans, and those who were impacted of the student population at St. John's University. by the events that occurred on 9/11 - has become The result is a culture of success like no other I've a symbol of Iota-Tau's dedication to giving back and seen among the six Sigma Pi chapters I've advised. I has inspired a spirit of service among its members. congratulate them on making the record books and Iota-Tau has distinguished itself through its exceptional look forward to their next Grand Sage's Award." philanthropic efforts, hosting impactful events such as the RECORD-BREAKING GRAND SAGE'S AWARD WINS 9/11 Stair Walk, Walk2End Alzheimer's Disease, Sigma The recent 57th Biennial Convocation in Indianapolis, Puppies, and the Making Strides Breast Cancer Awareness Indiana, saw Iota-Tau breaking new ground with a fourth Fundraiser in the fall. The Chapter fosters collaboration by consecutive Grand Sage's Award-a record-breaking partnering with both Greek and non-Greek organizations, achievement for such a young chapter. This prestigious ensuring robust programming and opportunities for the accolade honors chapters that exemplify excellence in entire student community to contribute to meaningful leadership, service, and commitment to the fraternity's core causes. Their commitment to philanthropy is evident values, and is only awarded to four chapters per biennium in their remarkable post-COVID resurgence, achieving THE EMERALD 5 Feature Check out the photos of lota-Tau throughout the years an 800% increase in funds raised-a testament to their of achievements, service, and brotherhood. The focus on giving back and making a lasting impact. event was a reflection of the Chapter's remarkable "[After going through recruitment] I knew this was journey and the strong bonds that have propelled where I was going to develop and I was going to grow them forward. Over 80 attendees celebrated, shared and evolve as a person. Being led by men with the same stories, and honored the efforts of each member mindset, that transitions to greatness, that transitions to who has contributed to the Chapter's legacy. excellence, and that's what inspires us to go above and "The ten-year anniversary banquet was a testament to beyond, whether it comes to philanthropy, community the success of the Chapter and the shared commitment service-it helps us be the best men all around the of our members. It was really a full circle moment with board," said former Chapter Sage Gunnar Mills ('22). both active and founding members in attendance. It was great to see everyone come together and celebrate all the SUSTAINING EXCELLENCE THROUGH LEADERSHIP AND STRUCTURE philanthropic success by the Chapter these past ten years," A significant contributor to Iota-Tau's sustained said former Chapter Sage Greg Auteri (St. John's '20). success is rooted in a culture of self-improvement and forward-thinking accountability. The Chapter's The banquet featured a lineup of distinguished speakers emphasis on continual growth and a mindset of "being who reflected on Iota-Tau Chapter's remarkable journey better than yesterday" has been a driving force in and achievements. CEO Frost praised the Chapter's establishing their enduring excellence. This culture unprecedented success and shared insights gained from his encourages every member to focus on progress conversations with members, while Yugi Paul recounted rather than dwelling on the past, creating a collective the Chapter's humble beginnings and how they've commitment to improvement that strengthens exceeded the expectations of their founding members. leadership continuity and operational success. Greg Auteri and Gunnar Mills commended both alumni and active brothers for their relentless pursuit of excellence Sal Martucci ('24), one of the next generation of leaders and dedication to bettering those around them. In his for the Chapter, understands the culture that's been built remarks, Grand Sage Christian J. Miele (Towson '00) over the last ten years and how the member's mindset congratulated the Chapter on its historic achievement plays a key role: "To be a part of this Chapter that has such and continued success, and also made sure to thank his a strong legacy of success, it really makes you feel like wife for "allowing" him to attend the banquet during her you're doing something important. Everyone's pushing birthday weekend. In a touching moment, the Chapter each other to be better and make the Fraternity better." presented flowers to Mrs. Miele in appreciation of her As the current Chapter Advisor, Yugi Paul ('15) ongoing support for Sigma Pi, even in her absence. These said: "Everyone asks, 'Guys, how did you do it? How heartfelt speeches and gestures showcased the unity and have you established this culture of excellence that shared purpose that have defined Iota-Tau's first decade. seems to have sustained itself over the past decade?' LOOKING AHEAD: CONTINUING THE LEGACY Our culture has always been one of: guys don't worry about the past, just be better. And what we As Iota-Tau enters its next decade, the chapter remains found was that that was a very simple formula, but committed to building upon its storied legacy. With it was very easy to accomplish something because strong leadership, a clear vision, and a dedication all we had to do is wake up every morning and say, to their community, they aim to continue setting the 'What do I do to be better than I was yesterday?" standard for Sigma Pi chapters across the nation. Iota-Tau has successfully maintained excellence, Just this spring, the Chapter continues its dedication to even amidst challenges, ensuring that each new team service with initiatives like the Sigma Shamrocks fundraiser is prepared to advance the Chapter's mission. for Muscular Dystrophy, the Valentine's Day Fundraiser for the American Heart Association, and the Volley for CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF SUCCESS a Cure volleyball tournament benefiting Relay for Life. On October 26, 2024, Iota-Tau members and alumni This incredible legacy that the Chapter has built gathered for a formal banquet at Leonard's Palazzo at St. John's University should serve as a beacon in Great Neck, New York, commemorating ten years of the values that Sigma Pi represents. 6 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org En SIOMAPS ATILATE IGMA СП SKYEBURST STASH WAY GREAT EASTERN ALL BASE AREAS EASIER ROUTE ЕП SIGPI A REAL AMERICAN FRATERNITY ЕП B your PROM GARD 20 ED Ell Sett 1 S Rim 21 DAME MDA MDA For indeper Life For Strenger MDA ADA Indicence SUN Re Strent MDA NYP a For Strangth ALZO 884065 MDA MDA ME ONE - MN SNICE E U Conferences and Programming 58TH BIENNIAL CONVOCATION ORLANDO, FLORIDA we are heading to DETAILS WHAT IS CONVOCATION ORLANDO! The Biennial Convocation is an event that takes place every biennium (two years) where delegates from each Chapter, Alumni Club, as well as Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Sigma Pi members from across the country Fraternity's 58th Biennial Convocation heads to Orlando, come together to celebrate. Florida, from June 18-21, 2026! Join us at the Rosen Centre, WHEN where brothers from across the country will come together June 18-21, 2026 to connect, celebrate, and shape the future of Sigma Pi. WHERE From powerful networking opportunities to the camaraderie Rosen Centre of lifelong brotherhood, this is more than just a gathering- 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 it's a chance to honor our Fraternity's achievements, HOW TO REGISTER recognize outstanding chapters and members, and make Registration will open in early 2026, an impact on the future of Sigma Pi. Whether you're so keep an eye out via email and an undergraduate or an alumnus, this is your time to social media! be part of a great celebration of our Fraternity. If you need to update your email with Sigma Pi, please visit: portal.sigmapi.org 8 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Conferences and Programming THINGS TO DO NEARBY 1. WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT 1180 Seven Seas Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 No trip to Orlando is complete without visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth. Whether you're reliving childhood memories at Magic Kingdom, exploring the future at EPCOT, or taking on thrilling rides at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, there's something for every Sigma Pi brother to enjoy. 2. UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT - THREE PARKS! UNIVERS Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819 Just minutes from Convocation, Universal Orlando is home to three theme parks: 2 + Universal Studios - Step into the worlds of Harry Potter, Fast & Furious, Transformers, and more while experiencing next-level rides and attractions. + Universal's Islands of Adventure - From the Jurassic World VelociCoaster to The Incredible Hulk Coaster, this park is a thrill-seeker's paradise. + Universal Epic Universe (opening in 2025!) - By the time we gather for Convocation, Universal's newest park will be open, featuring all-new attractions, immersive lands, and groundbreaking technology. 3 3. THE WHEEL AT ICON PARK 8445 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 Soar 400 feet above Orlando on this massive observation wheel. Whether you want a breathtaking daytime view or a stunning sunset backdrop, this is the perfect place for a Sigma Pi group photo. 4. POINTE ORLANDO 9101 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 4 Looking for a night out with brothers? This vibrant entertainment district offers top-tier restaurants, exciting nightlife, and live music venues. It's the ideal spot to unwind and celebrate the bonds of brotherhood. 5. SEA LIFE ORLANDO AQUARIUM 8337 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 Escape into an underwater world featuring sharks, stingrays, 5 and sea turtles in a fully immersive, hands-on experience. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon exploring marine life. 6. WONDERWORKS ORLANDO 9067 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 Step inside the upside-down house and dive into a world of interactive exhibits, laser tag, and virtual reality experiences. Whether you're testing your skills on a ropes course or getting lost in optical illusions, 6 WonderWorks brings fun and adventure to the heart of I-Drive. THE EMERALD 9 Feature LEAPING FORWARD SIGMA PI ALUMNI STRENGTHEN SOCAL BROTHERHOOD by Alex Beaven (Pennington & Company), contributing writer SIGMA PI ДЛ ЦЗ ЕП D ЕП M SIGMA PI They Feature hen PGS Larry Rovira (Cal State Fullerton Meanwhile, he formed a successful investment company W '80) was a senior in high school, he was after investing in real estate, enabling Rovira to retire early introduced to the idea of joining Sigma Pi by and focus on supporting scholarships and his university. his vice principal, PGS John Merino (Cal State Long Rovira served Sigma Pi Fraternity as Grand Sage Beach '55). His Epsilon-Nu Chapter experience provided from 2006-08, connecting with brothers from various personal development opportunities at a formative chapters to shape the future of Sigma Pi. One San time in his life, and Rovira is paying that experience Diego State alumnus left a lasting impression on Rovira forward through the Southern California LEAP Fund. when he shared his plan to donate $25,000 in his will GROWING THROUGH SIGMA PI to support Southern California Sigma Pi chapters. "I respected John, and I thought recruitment would "He said he had a wonderful experience and believed be an interesting idea," Rovira said. By joining we are stronger together as a region. That stuck with Sigma Pi at Cal State Fullerton, he quickly found me," Rovira said. In 2021, he utilized his connection unique opportunities for campus engagement with the Orange County Alumni Association (OCAA) and fraternal bonding with his new brothers. board of directors to act on this inspiration and Rovira has fond memories of competing with Epsilon- present the idea of the Southern California Leadership Nu members in intramural sports, leading to multiple Education and Programming (LEAP) Fund. championships that put Sigma Pi a cut above other PROMOTING FUTURE LEADERS fraternities on campus. The competitions also instilled Since 2021, the OCAA has raised nearly $20,000 through a sense of camaraderie with brothers whom Rovira the Alumni Association's golf classic to endow Southern gladly stays connected with 45 years beyond college. California Sigma Pi chapters and support leadership Sigma Pi membership gave Rovira examples of selfless education opportunities for today's undergraduates. service at a young age. From undergraduate Epsilon-Nu The LEAP Fund primarily aims to alleviate costs for leaders to regional advisors, Sigma Pi connections have retreats, workshops, and programming to benefit taught him life skills while helping him develop essential the entire region, rather than just one chapter. knowledge for his personal life and professional endeavors. "I like to explain to those that are interested in donating CONTINUED DEVOTION to the fund that 'rising waters raise all ships' in referring "The Fraternity introduced me to new leadership to supporting the 'whole," Rovira mentioned. The skills, shaped my insights on life, and introduced me region's alumni leadership has a history of collaborative to my best friend and wife, Theresa," Rovira said. efforts, and he hopes that this fund can strengthen "Combining my personal and professional developments, Sigma Pi Fraternity in SoCal by providing a self- I dedicated my volunteer time into serving Sigma Pi sufficient resource that helps combat chapter closures. as a local and regional advisor as a way of giving back While Rovira has had to face objections and skepticism to the organization that gave me so much in life." to establish the fund, he wants to educate fellow alumni Rovira was presented with four different career on the benefits of regional support. Together, SoCal opportunities during senior year of college: three in alumni brothers can lead by example and shift away the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry and from a purely national office-dependent mindset. one with Sigma Pi Fraternity. Despite a difference in FOCUSING ON FUNDING pay and immediate relocation to Vincennes, Indiana, "My responsibility is to try and secure $100,000 to use he was glad to maintain his fraternal devotion by the interest income to support our mission. The Sigma serving Sigma Pi in a professional capacity. Pi Educational Foundation allows interest income to be "Having a positive experience and passion with Sigma used for educational purposes, and if we can reach this Pi led me to work in higher education for two years after goal in my lifetime, it will set up Sigma Pi for continued leaving the Fraternity's staff," he added. Rovira went on success and release financial strains on chapter budgets." to finish his master's degree in education and recently The current plan for the LEAP Fund is to secure retired from a 35-year career in the CPG industry. enough alumni funding to accrue interest income THE EMERALD 11 Feature Check out the photos from the OCAA Golf Outing that took place on November 25,2024 EXIT Ucla ЕП SIGMA p, SIGMA PI OCAA 2024 SIGMA PI GOLF CLASSIC OCAA GOLF OCAA SIGMA ai GOLF CLASSIC GOLF OCAA 2024 CLASSIC Pictured from left to right: Michael Culwell ('88), Michael Kim ('78), Doug Snyder ('89), David DeFilippo ('87), and PGS Larry Rovira ('80) that will benefit regional operations and leadership. "As a proud Sigma Pi alumnus, I think it is imperative By reaching the $100,000 mark, the OCAA can that we all try to monetarily give back to the Fraternity generate a 4% annual return that will be used in some way as to continue the long-term success of for yearly regional officer transition training and our Fraternity. Alumni funding is vital to help support supporting undergraduate leadership development. the necessary educational programs and opportunities "This could include support at biennial for our undergraduate brothers to excel and grow in Convocations, Engage LA, or Mid-Year Leadership their leadership development roles and continue the Conference. The more money we raise, the Fraternity's legacy of excellence," said Conway. larger the impact within our membership." The vision for the LEAP Fund relies on widespread alumni engagement in Southern California, and Rovira ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT MATTERS is hopeful that brothers can band together to achieve As chairman of the OCAA golf tournament, the fund's goals. In doing so, alumni can demonstrate Rovira has enjoyed working with several devoted their lifelong commitment to Sigma Pi and devotion brothers who have sponsored the outing, donated to the Fraternity's ongoing success in the region. money or gear, and sat on the golf committee to ensure event success and LEAP Fund growth. "Any alumnus that gives $1,000-or $10,000- impacts the fund's timeline in a positive way. But more Rovira particularly recognizes Nelson Farris (Long importantly, having 100 or 1,000 initiated members Beach '63), Joe Conway (Fullerton '78), Ed Mora from the various SoCal chapters believing in this shared (Long Beach '90), Tyler Leeson (Fullerton '00), strategy and pledging or donating to this fund allows Raj Patel (Irvine '10), Kevin Conway (LMU '84), Sigma Pi to become stronger, better, and continue to Ed Gogin (Fullerton '78), Mike Culwell (Fullerton stand on the shoulders of those who came before us." '88), David DeFilippo (Fullerton '87), and Dustin Hoke (Fullerton '99) for their selflessness and You can contact Rovira and talk more about the unique contributions toward the golf outings. LEAP Fund at larryrovira@gmail.com. 12 Spring 2025 - sigmapi.org Feature EN ЕП SIGMAPI F IL ЕП ЕП THE EMERALD 13 The Foundations FOUNDATION UPDATES OF GIVING FOUNDERS' MONTH OF GIVING by Jacob Camilleri (Saginaw Valley State '14), Senior Director of Development e are thrilled to announce the incredible Bonds of Brotherhood Fund, and numerous CEF W success of our Founders' Month of Giving funds supporting chapters nationwide. Those include campaign! Thanks to the generosity of our top three fundraising chapters at UC Irvine (Eta- 200 donors-22 of whom were new supporters-we Upsilon), UCLA (Upsilon), and Ohio Northern (Zeta). raised an impressive $41,500 to strengthen and sustain Additionally, funds raised will enhance educational the mission of Sigma Pi to inspire, promote, and and leadership initiatives such as the Mid-Year support the lifelong development of our brothers. Leadership Conference, the Tony Siress Leadership These contributions directly impacted a wide range Summit, and the Engage program, furthering our of scholarships, leadership programs, and Chapter commitment to the development of our brothers. Educational Funds (CEFs), ensuring that we continue to support undergraduate brothers, alumni, and We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every donor who the broader fraternity community. Among the 29 contributed to this remarkable effort. Your support different funds benefiting from this campaign were fuels the future of our brotherhood and strengthens the Educational Development Fund, Judge Curtis G. the bonds that unite us. Thank you for making this Shake Scholarship, PGS John J. Merino Scholarship, Founders' Month of Giving a resounding success! BY THE NUMBERS THE FOUNDATIONS SIGMA PI MANAGING MENTAL HEALTH 315,000 5,289 1 Bonds of Brotherhood handout Brothers directly impacted through educational cards distributed to chapters to to and engagement efforts in 2024-25 spread Mental Health awareness on their own campuses (since launch in January 2020) $142K 423 1 Total Dollars Donated so Unique donors so far in 41 far in 2024-25 fiscal year 2024-25 fiscal year Chapter Housing Funds Chapter Educational Funds $82K 66 Total Dollars Distributed New donors so far in FREEWILL Estimated value of primary, so far in 2024-25 fiscal year 2024-25 fiscal year outside, and contingent $3,565,000 bequests made through Freewill (since launch in January 2022) 14 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org The Foundations WAYS TO GIVE FOUNDATION UPDATES MEET THE BOARD he Sigma Pi Educational Foundation Board has T welcomed three new board members: Vice Chairman/Investments Nik Chillar (UC ONLINE (DESKTOP OR MOBILE) Irvine '95), Secretary Shane Ray (East Carolina '90), Giving back to Sigma Pi Fraternity and Trustee Todd Griffin (East Carolina '90). They join with your debit or credit card online a dedicated group of leaders committed to advancing the at give.sigmapi.org or scan the mission of the Foundation. QR Code above. This is a quick and secure way to make your contribution Remaining board leadership includes Chairman Mike today! Now, you can even make Long (Oakland '03), Treasurer Daniel Daugherty a contribution through Venmo or (Morehead State '88), and Trustee Patrick Reimer Paypal - just visit our donation form, (Morehead State '94). fill out your information, then select 2 the button at the bottom on how 1 I NIK CHILLAR (UC IRVINE '95) you'd like to make your gift. Nik Chillar is an accomplished finance executive and MAIL co-founder of ACTIV Capital Strategies, where he leads You can mail a check or credit card a credit and investment platform with over 25 years of gift to the SPEF at the address below: experience in commercial real estate, securitization, and Sigma Pi Educational Foundation capital markets. He previously held senior roles at Angel 3 479 Sam Ridley Pkwy Oak Capital and Union Bank, and began his career leading Suite 105, PMB 334 Smyrna, TN 37167 structured finance at Lehman Brothers in London. As an alumnus, Nik actively volunteers with CORPORATE MATCHING Numerous companies match an Eta-Upsilon Chapter at UC Irvine, offering guidance and mentorship through employee's personal donation to a officer transitions and chapter development. nonprofit, tax-exempt organization. Ask your employer for details. 2 I SHANE RAY (EAST CAROLINA '90) By utilizing the donation forms Shane Ray is a seasoned medical device executive with over 30 years of referenced above, you can use utilize experience in spine, sports medicine, and regenerative medicine. He currently our partners at Double the Donation to see if your employer provides leads BioHealth Ventures, a consultancy specializing in medical device and matching gifts. regenerative medicine, providing executive management and strategic business support. PHONE To make a donation over the phone, Shane was a founding father of Eta-Kappa Chapter at East Carolina University or for more assistance, please give us and has served in multiple local leadership roles. a call at 615-921-2300. 3 I TODD GRIFFIN (EAST CAROLINA '90) ESTATE PLANS Todd Griffin is a seasoned technology executive specializing in AI-powered Sigma Pi invites you to use FreeWill, a free, online tool that guides you inventory optimization and MRO solutions. As Vice President at ALLSERV, he through the process of creating your helps asset-intensive industries streamline operations, minimize downtime, and will in just 20 minutes. It's always free ensure compliance. and can be used with an attorney to finalize your estate plans. This A dedicated volunteer leader, Todd has served as Appalachian Province information is available on our website Archon since 2019, supporting 14 chapters. His commitment to mentorship and at give.sigmapi.org or by scanning fraternity leadership reflects his lifelong dedication to the mission of Sigma Pi. XX the QR Code above. THE EMERALD 15 The Foundations SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS A LEGACY THROUGH SCHOLARSHIP by Chris Carter (Middle Tennessee '08), Editor he Lloyd Elkin Brown Memorial Scholarship, T awarded through Theta-Omega Chapter's Chapter Educational Fund (CEF), celebrates the legacy of an extraordinary man whose influence extended from his family to the world of music and education. Lloyd Elkin Brown (Middle Tennessee '07), a Sigma Pi alumni-initiate and accomplished musician, continues to inspire excellence among members of Theta-Omega Chapter through this scholarship program. Since his SIGMA PI passing in 2008, his legacy has lived on through his Lloyd son, as well as the scholarship named in his memory. A FATHER AND SON'S SIGMA PI JOURNEY Elkin Brown joined Sigma Pi alongside his son, Casey Brown (Middle Tennessee '07), during the Chapter's chartering process. Casey, a founding father 2024 recipients: Nicholas Theodorovic ('24), Matthew May ('24), and of Theta-Omega Chapter, shared this unique bond Maxwell Reeder ('24); inset: Elkin Brown (Middle Tennessee '07) with his father, who fully embraced the Fraternity's financial assistance to new members of the Chapter values of leadership, scholarship, and brotherhood. with the highest GPA during their first semester. "My dad never thought of himself as a 'fraternity Recently, the scholarship transitioned to be managed type of guy' in his undergraduate years," Brown said. through the Theta-Omega CEF with the Sigma Pi "When I made the decision to join Sigma Pi myself, I Educational Foundation after surpassing the $10,000 had the chance to demonstrate to him the best of what threshold. This milestone ensures the scholarship's a fraternal organization could represent. He began to sustainability and its alignment with the Fraternity's understand how Sigma Pi was positively impacting my mission of supporting the development of young leaders. life and the lives of my brothers. When I mentioned the opportunity for fathers to initiate along with "I'm incredibly grateful that the scholarship has continued to grow and develop under the CEF. To me, scholarship their sons, he wanted to join without hesitation." is a foundational aspect of our creed, and it's critical Elkin Brown's connection to Sigma Pi was a natural that we recognize and reward those members that put complement to his life of service and creativity. As an forth the effort to succeed academically," Brown said. English professor at Volunteer State Community College During the Fall 2024 semester, three recipients-Nicholas and a touring musician, Brown exemplified dedication Theodorovic ('24), Maxwell Reeder ('24), and and passion in all areas of his life. One of his notable Matthew May ('24)-were recognized for achieving achievements includes playing steel guitar on David Allen 4.0 GPAs. Each award showcases the scholarship's role Coe's hit song, You Never Even Called Me By My Name-a in encouraging academic excellence and rewarding fun fact that resonates with many who know his story. members for their dedication and hard work. A SCHOLARSHIP TO HONOR EXCELLENCE Paul Wydra (UMSL '96), Chief Development The scholarship, first awarded through Middle Officer and former Chapter Advisor to Theta- Tennessee State University in 2009 to Joey Johnson Omega during its establishment, praised the ('10), was developed as a resource to provide members for their dedication to academics: 16 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org "Seeing the Lloyd Elkin Brown Memorial Scholarship come to life TM through the Theta-Omega Chapter Educational Fund is a testament to RADIANT the dedication of our members and CELLARS the power of honoring a legacy. This scholarship not only reflects Elkin's Official Wine Brand of Sigma Pi passion for education and excellence but also reinforces the values we instill in our brothers. I'm proud of the Chapter for their commitment to supporting academic achievement and ensuring this tradition lives on for generations to come." LOOKING AHEAD Theta-Omega Chapter has committed to awarding at least one scholarship every semester, with plans to continue honoring Brown's legacy for years to come. This initiative not only supports the academic success of its members but also reinforces the fraternity's core values of excellence and lifelong learning. Casey Brown, now a Program AUXILIARY GOLD Coordinator at Middle Tennessee CABERNET SAUVIGNON State University, continues to champion the scholarship's impact within the chapter and the university community. "My dad made education a LAVENDER & WHITE cornerstone of his life's work. As CHARDONNAY a higher ed professional myself, I am able to witness firsthand the transformative effect that scholarships like this one have on students, chapters, and communities," Brown said. "Within Sigma Pi, he and I were able to share an unexpected SHOP HERE bond through the fraternal ideals Discover Our New we were committed to. The fact that those ideals can live on in support Everyday Premium of current and future members Wine Collection! would bring a smile to his face." Proceeds support Sigma Pi THE EMERALD and our educational initiatives! radiantnapa.com Member Success UNDERGRADUATE SPOTLIGHT A WORTHY RETURN by WIll Marsh (Pennington & Company), contributing writer raden Rios (Indiana '23) Chapter house grew Beta to triple- B received two rules from digit membership once again. his mother as a freshman: "Nothing was harder than previous attend all his classes, and under recruitment events without a no circumstances was he to join a house, but we made it happen," fraternity. When he learned about Rios said. "Our philosophy and the goal to revive Sigma Pi on work ethic haven't changed since campus, he knew in his heart that day one: we want the best for he could build something that stood our brotherhood and won't stop apart from the negative fraternity working until we get there." stereotypes that concerned her. Rios completed his presidency Rios' presidency taught him to make last semester, having grown Beta tough decisions for an organization, Colony to over 100 members. even if they seem unpopular in the moment. After three semesters "It took some time, but my as president, he looks forward to mom eventually calmed down stepping down and watching the and grew to be proud of what Colony develop while supporting the I helped create," he said. new executive board. Beta plans to UNDERGRADUATE SPOTLIGHT Beta held its first recruitment and petition for Rechartering this spring, elections with the help of Eta-Epsilon and Rios doesn't expect to rest Do you know a Sigma Pi undergraduate (UC Irvine) members, and their completely until this last goal is met. who is making a remarkable impact on their leadership inspired Rios to run for "I was happy to get us this far, and chapter, campus, or community? We want president. He knew the 45-member to feature them in The Emerald! Whether all I can hope is that our philosophy Colony must hit the ground running they excel in leadership, academics, service, to reemerge in full. One year later, doesn't change," he said. "Twenty or another area, we're looking for brothers with a brotherhood of mutual trust, years from now, I hope Beta has the who embody the values of Sigma Pi. Beta had met its recruitment and same drive to grow and innovate." Submit your nominations by emailing emerald@sigmapi.org with the nominee's philanthropy goals and built positive Rios is majoring in finance at name, chapter, and a brief description of relations with the Office of Sorority Indiana University and hopes to their achievements. Help us showcase the and Fraternity Life. This enabled work in the finance or tech sector, best of Sigma Pi! the Colony to return to its beloved helping people manage their home on campus, the Emerald money. You can connect with him Lodge. Fall 2024 recruitment in the at bradenrios23@gmail.com. 18 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Member Success MEMBER SUCCESS GAME CHANGERS Ben Jones (Valparaiso '22) has Ed Mora (Cal State Long Beach '90) For over a decade, Steve Schaffer taken his passion for engineering has been named to the OC500 Leaders (UCLA '76) has built Grand to the stars-literally. As a key of Influence by the Orange County Canyon University's swimming contributor to Valparaiso University's Business Journal, recognizing his program into one of the best in involvement in the Dream Big impact in finance and community the Western Athletic Conference, Program, Jones and his fellow leadership. Mora serves as SVP now transitioning to the Mountain engineers are designing an entire and OC Market Leader for Private West. This season, he will coach satellite communication system with Wealth Management at U.S. Bank. Team Kenya at the World Aquatics an ambitious deadline. Their work Beyond banking, he serves on Championships in Japan, where two will pave the way for a satellite launch multiple boards, including Unlimited of his GCU swimmers will compete. set for late 2025 or early 2026. Possibilities, CEO Leadership Alliance Schaffer, Upsilon's first NCAA "It's the opportunity of a lifetime," OC, and CHOC Latino Council. Division I coach since Elvin says Jones. "Not only does this open "I bring deep connectivity to the "Ducky" Drake (UCLA 1924), has doors for my career, but it also helps wealth management and banking shaped countless athletes in his others interested in space technology industries that also can provide career, continuing the Fraternity's gain hands-on experience." great career paths," he shares. legacy of excellence in sports. Jonathan Russell (Missouri GAME CHANGERS SPOTLIGHT Southern State '05) has been named President of the Missouri Do you know a Sigma Pi alumnus who is School Boards' Association, following making waves in their career, community, his tenure as vice president. or industry? We want to feature them in As a Neosho School District The Emerald! Whether they're breaking board member, he is committed new ground in business, excelling in to improving literacy scores, leadership, driving innovation, or giving emphasizing that "investing in back in meaningful ways, Game Changers highlights brothers who embody the spirit literacy education is an investment of Sigma Pi. in the future." He has been named President of the Missouri School Submit your nominations by emailing emerald@sigmapi.org with the nominee's Boards' Association, following name, chapter, and a brief description of his tenure as vice president. their achievements. THE EMERALD 19 Reports BY THE NUMBERS A State - Location of the chapter B Balance - Ø indicates a zero balance; $ indicates that money is owed to the Grand Chapter CHAPTER AND C Roster Size - Total number of undergraduate members within the chapter D Three-Year Roster Average - Roster size average over the last three years E COLONY STATISTICS Living Alumni - Total living members F CRC Score Chapter Report Card (standards assessment) in 2024-25 (out of 1,300 points) G National Event - Chapter member(s) attended a national event in 2024-25 Data reported as of February 1, 2025 H Donors - Number of members who donated to the Educational Foundation year-to-date I Chapter Fund - Indicates if the chapter has started a Chapter Educational/Housing Fund J Minimum Balance Achieved - Indicates if the minimum balance of the CEF has been met A B c D E F G H I J 00 Alabama AL Ø 127 93 533 1,075 Yes 2 (Theta-Omicron) АД Auburn AL Ø 131 114 1787 1,063 No 6 (Alpha-Delta) oΓ West Alabama AL Ø 7 7 245 675 No 1 (Theta-Gamma) AΣ Arkansas AR Ø 124 100 678 1,200 Yes 2 (Alpha-Sigma) IA Arkansas Tech AR $ 4 10 207 650 No 1 (lota-Lambda) EK Southern Arkansas AR Ø 29 21 481 1,200 No 2 (Epsilon-Kappa) BK Arizona State AZ Ø 86 82 723 1,000 Yes 2 (Beta-Kappa) HA Cal Poly CA $ 129 95 423 1,000 No 0 (Eta-Delta) Bo Cal State Long Beach CA Ø 81 70 1611 850 Yes 10 (Beta-Omicron) HI Carson, CA CA Ø 4 9 377 825 Yes 2 (Eta-lota) EN Fullerton, CA CA Ø 138 89 1049 1,300 Yes 13 (Epsilon-Nu) ZH Santa Clara, CA CA Ø 124 106 918 925 No 1 (Zeta-Eta) HY UC Irvine CA $ 77 81 609 1,100 Yes 17 (Eta-Upsilon) AO UC Santa Barbara CA Ø 44 37 665 725 Yes 0 (Alpha-Omicron) Y UCLA CA Ø 31 31 1410 1,125 Yes 12 (Upsilon) ZA Boulder, CO CO $ 104 114 832 925 Yes 0 (Zeta-Delta) HE Colorado State CO Ø 71 57 356 1,100 Yes 1 (Eta-Sigma) IB Delaware DE $ 66 51 309 825 Yes 1 (lota-Beta) IK Orlando, FL FL $ 56 53 402 725 No 0 (lota-Kappa) 12 South Florida FL $ 15 18 153 625 No 0 (lota-Sigma) АФ Georgia GA Ø 91 95 1063 825 No 1 (Alpha-Phi) III lowa IA Ø 160 138 901 1,200 No 4 (Xi) 20 Spring 2025 I sigmapi.org A B c D E F G H I J BΓ Eastern Illinois IL $ 25 19 1848 600 Yes 4 (Beta-Gamma) EH Illinois State IL Ø 114 86 646 1,050 Yes 0 (Epsilon-Eta) BN SIU-Carbondale IL $ 32 34 1006 1,050 Yes 1 (Beta-Nu) H Purdue IN Ø 67 55 969 1,100 Yes 4 (Eta) ОЧ Southern Indiana IN Ø 31 20 156 1,200 No 2 (Theta-Psi) BT Valparaiso IN Ø 15 11 642 825 No 8 (Beta-Tau) A Vincennes IN Ø 9 5 975 1,100 Yes 5 (Alpha) BA Kansas KS Ø 7 16 208 863 No 0 (Beta-Delta) ЕЛ Eastern Kentucky KY $ 27 30 600 825 Yes 3 (Epsilon-Lambda) EB Kentucky KY $ 79 51 1090 1,300 Yes 2 (Epsilon-Beta) P Morehead State KY Ø 16 14 552 925 Yes 6 (Delta-Rho) FY Murray State KY Ø 45 27 703 1,025 Yes 6 (Gamma-Upsilon) IO Bentley MA $ 16 19 217 925 No 0 (lota-Theta) HH Bridgewater State MA Ø 21 29 511 1,075 Yes 4 (Eta-Eta) HT Fitchburg State MA Ø 12 17 307 825 No 0 (Eta-Tau) ΓI Worcester Polytechnic MA Ø 79 67 866 1,250 Yes 3 (Gamma-lota) ДА Central Michigan MI Ø 77 55 976 825 No 1 (Delta-Alpha) ΓA Detroit-Mercy MI Ø 12 15 572 863 Yes 4 (Gamma-Alpha) 00 Ferris State MI Ø 42 20 235 1,000 Yes 16 (Theta-Theta) OP Grand Valley State MI Ø 86 75 430 1,200 Yes 0 (Theta-Rho) ZM Michigan State MI Ø 88 96 679 1,200 Yes 2 (Zeta-Mu) ZE Michigan Tech MI Ø 23 24 397 1,025 No 0 (Zeta-Epsilon) ZN Oakland MI $ 15 20 380 900 Yes 6 (Zeta-Pi) oB Saginaw Valley State MI Ø 25 22 278 1,150 Yes 16 (Theta-Beta) IZ Minnesota MN $ 21 18 638 No 6 (lota-Zeta) ΓΓ Central Missouri MO $ 15 25 788 625 No 2 (Gamma-Gamma) EP Drury MO Ø 20 16 503 838 Yes 0 (Epsilon-Rho) AI Missouri S&T MO $ 80 59 926 1,025 No 3 (Alpha-lota) THE EMERALD 21 Reports A B c D E F G H I J AP Missouri State MO Ø 43 42 1318 1,025 No 1 (Alpha-Rho) BM Mississippi MS $ 241 167 722 775 No 3 (Beta-Mu) HK East Carolina NC Ø 39 45 367 775 No 0 (Eta-Kappa) ЕΘ Elon NC Ø 68 38 689 925 No 2 (Epsilon-Theta) P Raleigh, NC NC Ø 49 47 906 1,000 No 4 (Rho) AN Wake Forest NC $ 105 72 1254 1,125 Yes 3 (Alpha-Nu) IP Keene State NH $ 15 15 100 825 No 0 (lota-Rho) ІФ FDU-Florham NJ $ 13 8 65 625 No 0 (lota-Phi) EE FDU-Metropolitan NJ Ø 4 4 264 1,100 Yes 0 (Epsilon-Xi) ДВ Monmouth NJ Ø 48 38 473 1,125 Yes 8 (Delta-Beta) II Montclair State NJ Ø 24 26 180 925 Yes 0 (lota-lota) NJIT AM NJ Ø 19 17 886 1,250 Yes 5 (Alpha-Mu) ZX Rowan NJ $ 27 25 565 1,000 Yes 0 (Zeta-Chi) ΓH Rutgers NJ Ø 20 15 711 1,100 Yes 1 (Gamma-Eta) IY Stockton NJ Ø 41 40 127 1,100 No 0 (lota-Upsilon) oT William Paterson NJ $ 7 11 165 900 Yes 0 (Theta-Tau) M Cornell NY $ 74 51 1400 850 No 1 (Mu) IT St. John's NY Ø 42 38 178 1,200 Yes 0 (lota-Tau) Z Ohio Northern OH Ø 26 29 963 925 No 10 (Zeta) a Oregon State OR $ 30 27 786 950 Yes 4 (Omega) BY East Stroudsburg PA Ø 28 20 825 1,113 No 0 (Beta-Psi) OE Indiana of Pennsylvania PA $ 13 20 224 1,000 Yes 0 (Theta-Epsilon) ОФ Penn College PA Ø 30 19 146 1,025 Yes 3 (Theta-Phi) Θ Penn State PA $ 102 97 1337 900 Yes 1 (Theta) OI Penn State-Altoona PA $ 9 13 243 675 No 1 (Theta-lota) 05 Ursinus PA Ø 7 12 184 875 No 0 (Theta-Sigma) ZA West Chester PA $ 62 47 487 1,000 Yes 0 (Zeta-Alpha) IX Coastal Carolina SC Ø 36 25 24 1,075 Yes 0 (lota-Chi) 22 Spring 2025 I sigmapi.org lota-Kappa in Orlando, FL A B c D E F G H I J ΘΩ Middle Tennessee TN Ø 64 54 261 1,025 No 6 (Theta-Omega) ON Houston TX $ 21 18 183 825 Yes 1 (Theta-Nu) IA UTSA TX $ 23 26 222 625 Yes 1 (lota-Delta) oH Norfolk, VA VA Ø 40 42 289 988 Yes 1 (Theta-Eta) ОЛ Radford, VA VA Ø 27 23 278 725 No 0 (Theta-Lambda) ВП Virginia VA Ø 25 30 999 875 Yes 1 (Beta-Pi) AH William & Mary VA Ø 73 68 864 1,025 No 5 (Alpha-Eta) IN Washington State WA Ø 19 24 254 825 No 1 (lota-Nu) T Wisconsin WI $ 23 24 230 1,100 Yes 0 (Tau) ΓM Wisconsin-Oshkosh WI $ 18 22 582 725 No 0 (Gamma-Mu) AI Wisconsin-Platteville WI Ø 27 20 595 1,025 Yes 1 (Delta-lota) THE EMERALD 23 Growth EXPANSION UPDATES ROAD WARRIORS by Alexander Pettigrew (Indiana of Pennsylvania '15), Vice President of Strategic Growth & Programs S Sigma Pi is constantly evaluating its opportunities Slippery Rock to make an impact on the University nizatio lives of current members as well as new ones who will join the Fraternity through the expansion process. As part of these evaluations, the Spring 2025 semester will see recruitment efforts from staff and local recruiters. Where in the Fall 2024 semester, all projects were driven by Contracted Recruiters, there will be projects this Gamma-Delta Chapter at Slippery Rock semester where recruitment activities involve staff, local recruiters, or a Members from each of these Chapters Members of the recruitment team, mix of both. All hands are on deck for the continued success of the assisting the Colony will include: continue the process of colonizing Fraternity in growing and expanding + Michael Chaale (Norfolk, VA '22) the next generation of leaders at the further across the land of Sigma Pi. + Alex Harris (Norfolk, VA '24) University of Missouri, will include: + Huong Quach (Norfolk, VA '22) + Rodell Waytt (Missouri State '23) THE RETURN OF SIGMA PI - + Kayden Sullivan (Norfolk, VA '24) + Jackson Davis (Missouri State '23) SPRING 2025 EXPANSIONS + Isaiah Davilla (Norfolk, VA '24) + Braden Evans (Missouri State '23) In the everlasting mission of Sigma Pi, + Nathan Hallberg (Norfolk, VA '24) + Carson Howe (Missouri State '23) "To inspire, promote, and support the + Josh Benthal (Norfolk, VA '24) + Weston Grimes (Missouri State '23) lifelong development of our brothers" + Pierce Gibson (Norfolk, VA '24) the Fraternity has continued on + William Wright (William & Mary '24) DEPARTMENT UPDATE its planned path of expansion in + Owen Emge (William & Mary '23) The Department of Strategic the Spring 2025 semester. As part + Kaiden Youssefieh (William & Mary '23) Growth and Programs (formerly the of that plan, the organization has + Benjamin Orye (William & Mary '23) Department of Strategic Growth) begun the expansion process at + Richie De Luna (William & Mary '23) led by Alexander Pettigrew three universities that Sigma Pi will + George Solari (William & Mary '23) (Indiana of Pennsylvania '15), look to return to this semester: CONTINUED EFFORTS - FALL 2024 Vice President of Strategic Growth + Slippery Rock (Gamma-Delta) Sigma Pi pursued multiple expansion and Programs, is pleased to welcome - Colonized on March 1 and growth opportunities during Russell Kizior (Northern Arizona + Christopher Newport (Epsilon-Pi) the previous Fall semester. Moving '17) as the new Assistant Director - Colonized on March 10 into spring, the Fraternity will be of Strategic Growth. Kizior will play + Towson (Eta-Nu) continuing its efforts at the University a crucial role in overseeing the While staff has been on site at of Missouri where Gamma-Sigma success of our colonies, ensuring Christopher Newport, there will be Colony will look to return. This they are well-supported as they continued efforts from members of expansion will be driven by the work towards chartering and Alpha-Eta and Theta-Eta throughout involvement of leaders from Alpha- transitioning to active chapters the remainder of the semester. Rho Chapter at Missouri State. across the land of Sigma Pi. * 24 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org THE OFFICIAL STORE OF COLLEGIATE ASSISTANCE SIGMA PI Thank you to the Sigma Pi ROLL PI brothers who have been/will be assisting our expansion efforts! FALL 2024 EXPANSION EFFORTS Gamma-Sigma at Missouri Joseph Santorico (UC Irvine '22) Abraham Dagnachew (UC Irvine '22) SIGMA PJ Cole Harrison (UC Irvine '22) EST. 1897 Rocco Lepiane (UC Irvine '23) Gamma at Ohio State SIGMAPI Robert Douglas (UC Irvine '21) Oscar Rodriguez (UC Irvine '22) Zachary Bustonera (UC Irvine '23) 1897 Epsilon-Pi at Christopher Newport William Wright (William & Mary '24) Owen Emge (William & Mary '23) Kaiden Youssefieh (William & Mary '23) Benjamin Orye (William & Mary '23) Richie De Luna (William & Mary '23) George Solari (William & Mary '23) FALL 2024 GROWTH EFFORTS Beta-Delta at Kansas Zachary Hemb (UC Irvine '23) Garret Souza (UC Irvine '23) Beta-Pi at Virginia Tazio Oka (Cal Poly '23) Andrew Cloughley (Cal Poly '23) Parker Feins (Cal Poly '23) EXPANSION EFFORTS Get your official Fall 2025 membership lota-Epsilon at Oregon jewelry. As Sigma Pi continues to strive to reach the goal of 7,500 undergraduates by 2027 there will be plenty of opportunities to be involved in future growth and expansion projects. If you are interested in being part of the next wave of Contracted Recruiters you can visit sigmapi.org/recruiters to fill out the simple application. BELIEVE , SIGMA PI THE EMERALD GREEK Volunteers WHY I VOLUNTEER JOHN INGRAM by Alex Beaven (Pennington & Company), contributing writer A S an undergrad, John Ingram (East Carolina '06) was opposed to joining a Fraternity and carrying on his father's, a former Kappa Alpha Order president, legacy. After encouragement to visit Eta-Kappa Chapter of Sigma Pi, Ingram was captivated by the Fraternity's unique brotherhood. Ingram has since invested time into Sigma Pi by leading Eta-Kappa Chapter's rechartering efforts, Iota- Chi Chapter's chartering at Coastal Carolina, and the foundation of the Eastern North Carolina Alumni Club. FINDING THE RIGHT FIT "I was riding my skateboard around ECU one day and met Craig Glisson (East Carolina '03), who worked commitment, Ingram and fellow Eta-Kappa lifers for Aramark on campus," Ingram said. Thanks to did their part to bring Sigma Pi back to ECU. Craig's down-to-earth nature, Ingram looked past his Fraternity preconceptions and checked out Eta-Kappa. COASTAL CAROLINA CONNECTIONS Ingram's openness to impactful opportunities presented Ingram considers joining Sigma Pi as one of the to him led to involvement in chartering Iota-Chi most consequential and positive choices he has Chapter at Coastal Carolina. Knowing the foundation made in his life. "My sense of pride comes from Eta-Kappa Chapter was built from (and knowing what shedding the paradigm of the 'frat boy' persona missteps to avoid), Ingram was able to work with and embodying something truly special." young men like Caleb Griffin (Coastal Carolina As an undergraduate member, he did his part to help '23) and develop a clear vision for fraternal success. Eta-Kappa Chapter evolve beyond dated new member processes. After college, Ingram recognized another While chartering a Sigma Pi chapter is a demanding opportunity to benefit Sigma Pi at East Carolina by task, Ingram enjoys seeing young men pursue their organizing alumni to help the chapter recharter. mission to succeed as a brotherhood. "Both Eta-Kappa and Iota-Chi went from colony to fully chartering at AN ETA-KAPPA REVIVAL record speed, but I think I am most proud of Iota- Eta-Kappa's revoked charter was due to disorganization Chi for maintaining the highest GPA on campus and miscommunication with the national Fraternity. for their first three semesters on the ground!" "There was a total reorganization at the national level which took place during this time as well," Ingram ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT added. He and multiple other alumni recognized Beyond those chartering efforts, Ingram has influenced what Sigma Pi meant to their development, and they alumni Sigma Pi involvement by establishing the committed to helping their beloved chapter return. Eastern North Carolina Alumni Club. While it can be tough to convince alumni to balance their dues with "The ideals of Sigma Pi that fueled my personal and professional growth kept me engaged and ensured I career and family obligations, he is glad to play an would be involved in all rechartering opportunities," important role in facilitating lifelong connections. he said. While it was challenging to connect with "Everyone needs a mentor," Ingram said. "I thank the alumni who didn't uphold an ongoing fraternal good Lord that I have brothers like Shane Ray (East 26 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Volunteers Carolina '90) and Todd Griffin (East Carolina '90) that I look up VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES to and can confide in. As a young college student, you will find yourself CHAPTER/COLONY ADVISOR out on your own, in the wind. This loneliness can be muted if you find an organization like Sigma Pi where Bentley (lota-Theta) Michigan State (Zeta-Mu) you can tap into a deep network Cal Poly (Eta-Delta) Michigan Tech (Zeta-Epsilon) Cal State Long Beach (Beta-Omicron) Minnesota (lota-Zeta) of alumni talent and wisdom." Central Michigan (Delta-Alpha) Orlando, FL (lota-Kappa) Ingram urges fellow alumni to get Colorado State (Eta-Sigma) Saginaw Valley State (Theta-Beta) involved with Sigma Pi chartering Cornell (Mu) Stockton (lota-Upsilon) Drury (Epsilon-Rho) Towson (Eta-Nu) efforts if they can devote time and Eastern Illinois (Beta-Gamma) Ursinus (Theta-Sigma) energy to the cause. He hopes other Eastern Kentucky (Epsilon-Lambda) Virginia (Beta-Pi) brothers will take time to reflect FDU-Florham (lota-Phi) West Alabama (Theta-Gamma) on why they joined Sigma Pi and Ferris State (Theta-Theta) Wisconsin (Tau) how they can pay their positive Keene State (lota-Rho) experience forward by aiding someone else's growth. "I owe all my VOLUNTEER APPOINTMENTS brothers a great level of thanks and appreciation! I believe in Sigma Pi!" MONMOUTH (DELTA-BETA) EAST STROUDSBURG (BETA-PSI) PGS Joe Palazzolo (Monmouth '00) Romaudio Lindsay (East Stroudsburg '21) PERSONAL LIFE INDIANA (BETA) SACRAMENTO STATE (ETA-ALPHA) Ingram's loving wife and three Stuart Hobson (Indiana '86) Michael Contreras (Sacramento State '07) children keep him grounded and ILLINOIS STATE (EPSILON-ETA) BRIDGEWATER STATE (ETA-ETA) focused on what matters most to him. Kevin Carey (Illinois Wesleyan '09) Andrew Fagan (Bridgewater State '16) He is active in his local community OREGON STATE (OMEGA) SOUTH FLORIDA (IOTA-SIGMA) and has fundraised for projects Nicholas Lapp (Oregon State '08) Jason McCarrison (South Florida '10) geared toward recreational facility UCLA (UPSILON) SLIPPERY ROCK (GAMMA-DELTA) improvements in Myrtle Beach. He PGS Larry Rovira (Cal State Fullerton '80) Michael Brennan (Slippery Rock '84) also maintains a strong commitment to his faith and acknowledges the UC IRVINE (ETA-UPSILON) CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT (EPSILON-PI) Nik Chillar (UC Irvine '95) Doug Hackworth (Christopher Newport'88) importance of the Lord's blessing with a prayer prior to every GEORGIA (ALPHA-PHI) Carson Dickens (Georgia '02) undertaking and before every meal. "Make sure your wife is your rock! WANT TO GET INVOLVED? Since we met, my wife and I have always shared a great sense of community and hope for a better To learn more about volunteering, including roles, responsibilities, and other opportunities, visit sigmapi.org/volunteer or scan the QR Code below. tomorrow and better world for our kids and others. If it wasn't for my wife, I wouldn't be able to do the things I do, and I wouldn't be as happy as I am right now." You can connect with John Ingram and discuss Sigma Pi involvement on linkedin.com/in/johningramii or through email at johnringramii@gmail.com. THE EMERALD 27 Adytum on High "Our Ancient Sage firmly believed in the persistence of the soul beyond the grave, and although we mourn our brother's passing from this world, we take comfort in sharing this belief that life is not ended, but changed, and that he now enjoys the reward for a life well-lived and guided by the ideals of our Fraternity." From the Fraternity's Manual of Ceremonies AKRON (GAMMA-NU) IOWA (XI) OREGON STATE (OMEGA) Thomas Zeleznik ('67) Brandon Stockdale ('13) Dwight Orr Jr. ('50) AUBURN (ALPHA-DELTA) KANSAS (BETA-DELTA) PENN STATE (THETA) Hubert Sumners ('56) David Toland ('59) Edward Ackley ('58) James Adams ('66) LOCK HAVEN (BETA-OMEGA) Ronald Castellanos ('61) BARTON (BETA-RHO) Albert Bollinger ('61) William Hollenbach ('69) James Manning ('59) Monroe Hurwitz ('62) PURDUE (ETA) Charles Mercer ('59) William Powell ('64) Larry Manship ('69) Colin Sholar ('59) LOUISIANA TECH (DELTA-LAMBDA) RALEIGH, NC (RHO) BLOOMSBURG (DELTA-PI) Grover Miller ('70) Grayson Rehm ('18) Francis Radice ('70) MICHIGAN STATE (ZETA-MU) RHODE ISLAND (ALPHA-UPSILON) COLORADO STATE (ETA-SIGMA) Jeffrey Cortese ('13) Anthony Perry ('52) Gabriel Zimbelman ('95) Mississippi (Beta-Mu) ROCHESTER TECH (BETA-PHI) CORNELL (MU) Brain Safian ('67) Edward Brabant ('62) Robert Stevens Jr. ('53) Roland Brown ('50) Missouri State (Alpha-Rho) RUTGERS (GAMMA-ETA) EAST CAROLINA (ETA-KAPPA) Timothy Foote ('70) Stephen Tomaszewski ('76) Bryan Deans ('90) Steven Henderson ('66) SAGINAW VALLEY STATE (THETA-BETA) Jeffrey Kole ('92) Andrew Kunz ('90) MONMOUTH (DELTA-BETA) Jeffery Altenburg ('04) Dustin Miller ('90) Jonathan Butts ('00) SALEM (DELTA-MU) Dylan Talbot ('90) NEVADA-RENO (ZETA-OMEGA) Gary McAllister ('70) Patrick Culver ('50) Parker Coble ('60) EASTERN ILLINOIS (BETA-GAMMA) Thomas Campbell ('58) Albert McFadden Jr. ('48) Karl Getz ('60) Richard Patterson ('60) Mark Lynch ('83) NJIT (ALPHA-MU) Jack Richard ('60) EWING, NJ (THETA-DELTA) Joseph Chikowski ('78) SHIPPENSBURG (BETA-UPSILON) Phillip Spigner Jr. ('03) NORTHERN ILLINOIS (BETA-SIGMA) Charles Smyers ('59) FAIRMONT STATE (GAMMA-EPSILON) Mason Fenwick ('59) Donald Hickey ('59) SIUE (DELTA-OMEGA) James Crickard ('64) Graham Horton ('59) Raymond Cobbel ('72) GEORGIA (ALPHA-PHI) James Mason ('65) Charles Carney ('89) Alois Crout ('48) Thomas Wilkinson ('57) SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (ZETA- INDIANA (BETA) OAKLAND (ZETA-PI) LAMBDA) Amos Hall USN (Ret.) ('56) Vasile Nagy ('86) Mark Reinschreiber ('85) Don Horsewood ('59) Alvin Irons ('48) SOUTHERN UTAH STATE (DELTA-XI) INDIANA-SOUTH BEND (DELTA-TAU) OHIO NORTHERN (ZETA) Eugene Holman ('70) Lester Wolfson ('71) Robert McCurdy ('61) Douglas Trail ('48) 28 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org TEXAS (GAMMA-THETA) Tristan Haussecker ('12) James Seely ('52) Buckley Rue ('09) Paul Hutton ('53) Frederick Thornley ('47) Charles Bader ('59) Robert Kerrebrock ('55) Timothy Houser ('78) Wendland Beezhold ('58) UCLA (UPSILON) Geoffrey Stickel ('90) Raymond Cameron ('46) Claude Keyzers ('55) WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE (DELTA-OMICRON) Adrian Edwards ('88) Anthony Orfila ('55) George Pantelis ('65) Robert Fulkerson Jr. ('40) Peter Royer ('65) HELP US KEEP UP-TO-DATE MEMBER INFORMATION UPDATE YOUR MEMBER INFORMATION TO REPORT A DECEASED MEMBER Step 1: Go to sigmapi.org/updateinfo Step 1: Go to sigmapi.org/updateinfo Step 2: Click on "Sigma Pi Portal" and login (or sign up if Step 2: Click on "Report Deceased Members" its your first time using the Portal) Step 3: Fill out the simple form Step 3: Once logged in, click on your name in the top right and select "My Profile" Step 4: Update the necessary fields on your profile page by clicking the pencil icon beside the field Step 5: Click "Save" Honor our Brothers who have passed In Remembrance Of Our Brothers Who Have Passed To The Adytum On High Welcome to our Group Commemoration! This is a place to collect your SIGMA PI Sigma Pi Fraternity invites you to a new memories and reflect on the special moments lived with our brothers who have passed away. HONOR BROTHER THROUGH digital space where our community can FIND BROTHER HONOR reconnect and commemorate the lives of our incredible Brothers who have passed away. Share a memory today! Donald Cox Beyer Frank Crumback Fryburg Gary Professor Clifford Wilke John Cummins UMSL SCAN THE QR CODE OR VISIT link.lifeweb360.com/sigmapi This initiative is brought to you by Allan Heiman Sigma Pi Fraternity and LIFEWEB 360 Adytum on High IN MEMORIAM DR. ROBERT W. MCCURDY by Summer Clarkson, Assistant Editor A t the age of 82, Dr. Robert W. McCurdy (Ohio Northern '61) passed to the Adytum on High on September 25, 2024, leaving behind his beloved family and a legacy of profound impact. To those who knew him, "Bob" was a cherished mentor, devoted friend, and exemplary fraternity brother whose passion for education, pharmacy, and Sigma Pi Fraternity shaped the lives of many. Bob grew up in Ohio, where he cultivated the values that would define his life. He attended Ohio Northern University, and it was there that he discovered his two great passions: pharmacy and fraternity. A proud member of Zeta Chapter, Bob joined in 1961, quickly making a mark as New Member Educator and Chapter Sage. He graduated in 1965 with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, laying the foundation for a career that would span more than five decades. A LEGACY IN SIGMA PI: THE I BELIEVE MANUAL Before his professional career took off, Bob made a monumental contribution to the national fraternity as one the manuscript for what would become the I Believe of the architects of the I Believe manual, the successor manual. Among them was McCurdy, alongside fellow Zeta to the original pledge manual first published in 1940. alumni James L. Ruef (Ohio Northern '58) and Joseph This essential guide, which has become a cornerstone A. Uveges (Ohio Northern '58). In May 1965, the trio of the Sigma Pi member experience, reflects his early embarked on six months of detailed research, analysis, and commitment to education and Fraternity values. writing, leading to the manual's debut in the spring of 1966. The I Believe manual traces its roots to the 26th McCurdy's dedication to the project reflected his Biennial Convocation of the Grand Chapter, held in belief in the power of education and leadership. The I French Lick, Indiana, in the summer of 1962. At that Believe manual was not just a functional document but meeting, a committee was selected to develop a new a guide that encapsulated the values, traditions, and pledge manual for Sigma Pi. Under the leadership of mission of Sigma Pi. It was designed to inspire and Grand Herald Lawrence H. Bixby (Georgia '56) educate new members, providing them with a deeper as chair, the committee composed of undergraduate understanding of the Fraternity's history and ideals. members spent two years crafting a new format and In addition to his work on the I Believe manual, workable outline for the manual. Their proposal for McCurdy volunteered his time as Province Archon the emergent publication was approved at the 27th for New England and later for the Ohio Province. Biennial Convocation in Edgewater, Mississippi. McCurdy attended over five Convocations, including Following this action, Grand Sage J. Robert Odaniell the meeting in 1962 where his chapter brought home (Southern Illinois '55) and Executive Secretary Harold the Grand Sage's Award, which at that time was Jacobsen (Kenyon 1921) appointed three men to prepare given to the Fraternity's most improved chapter. 30 Spring 2025 sigmapi.org Believe Believe Written and edited by edited by Illustrations byseph A. Uveges Jr. Robert W.McCurdy HAROLD JACOBSEN John H. West ДП The first I Believe manual, which McCurdy wrote and edited To honor the legacy of Robert W. McCurdy, the Zeta His expertise and leadership extended beyond the Alumni Association and Zeta Chapter established the classroom. McCurdy was actively involved with Robert W. McCurdy I Believe Scholarship in January 2025. professional, philanthropic, and educational boards, This scholarship is part of the Chapter Educational Fund as well as his church communities in Pittsburgh, (CEF) within the Sigma Pi Educational Foundation. This Pennsylvania, and Ada, Ohio. He was a member and scholarship will be awarded to the active Zeta Chapter past president of the Ada Kiwanis Club, where he brother who, like McCurdy, manifests devotion and service exemplified his dedication to community service. to both Zeta Chapter of Sigma Pi and Ohio Northern. McCurdy was a member of the Ada First United Methodist A CAREER BUILT ON SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP Church. When the church burned to the ground, the church After his early contributions to Sigma Pi, McCurdy's turned to McCurdy for his leadership and he chaired the professional journey unfolded into one of excellence, reconstruction committee. The church he rebuilt would dedication, and service. His work in pharmacy and also serve as the same church to honor his funeral service. education was significant, from his time as Vice AN INSPIRATION FOR GENERATIONS President at Phar-Mor in Youngstown to his long tenure at Ohio Northern. In 1985, Bob returned to McCurdy's legacy extends beyond the accolades and his alma mater, dedicating 22 years to the College accomplishments. It lives on in the lives he touched of Pharmacy. There, he held roles such as Assistant and the community he nurtured. His unwavering Dean, Director of Pharmacy Student Services, and belief in education, service, and brotherhood later, Special Assistant to the Dean of Pharmacy. inspires all who follow in his footsteps. In 1996, Ohio Northern recognized his lifetime The next time you pick up your I Believe manual, take a of achievements with an honorary Doctor moment to reflect on Dr. Bob McCurdy and the legacy he of Pharmacy degree. It was a moment that leaves behind. Consider how his life exemplifies the kind celebrated not only his professional contributions of impact one person can make-not just for themselves, but also his commitment to his alma mater. but for their family, their community, and their fraternity. 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