Pike Connection
Fall Semester 2012, Issue 3
Pike Connection Published by the Gamma Xi Chapter of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity at Washington State University Pullman, Washington
December 31, 2012
Ad vi so ry Board and U ndergrad Executi ve Council Co n vene Ann ual Ret reat in Se attle On Sunday, December 16th, the Alumni Advisory Board and undergraduate Executive Council convened a 2013 Goal Setting retreat in Seattle. 19 undergrads and alumni participated in the event. Special thanks to Greg Swanson (’79) for graciously hosting us at Umpqua Bank’s Board Room. The purpose of the meeting was to define the strategy and direction for Gamma Xi in 2013, and make decisions on allocating resources to pursue that strategy. The group focused on the next 6 months, and in particular complying with the conditions placed on
Gamma Xi’s Charter by the International Fraternity on October 10, 2012.
4. Development of Gamma Xi goals for 2013, including the following:
Successful conclusion of
Key topics of discussion included the following: 1. State of the Chapter assessment by live-in Advisor Ed Murphy. 2. Progress updates from the Alumni Advisory Board, Alumni Association, Building Corporation and Chapter Executives. 3. Review of the Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity Vision, Mission and The True Pike pledge.
the probationary period, as imposed by the International Fraternity.
Pledge and initiate 16 quality young men in Spring 2013, and pledge at least another 20 over summer break.
Achieve a Chapter GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Revamp the party room into a brotherhood and recruitment tool.
Launch a fund raising (capital improvement) campaign to support overdue Chapter House physical structure improvement projects.
If you are interested in getting more involved in the Alumni Advisory Board, please contact Chapter Advisor, Ed Murphy, on (425) 301-8791 or via email at [email protected], or current Alumni Association President, Dan Studer, on (425) 333-5230 or [email protected]. Additional details can be found on the Gamma Xi website, wazzupikes.chapterspot.com.
Inside this issue:
Page 1
Annual Retreat in Seattle
1
Probationary Period Progress Updates
2
Pike Alumni Dominate CityLeague Ski Racing
2
Exec Officers Headed to Leadership Academy
3
Happy Holidays!
3
Chapter Endowment / Rush Updates
4
Pike Connection
Pike Alumni Dominate Cit yLeague Ski Racing! CityLeague is the country's largest team racing program, comprised of over 100 teams and over 1,000 Seattle area skiers, snowboarders and telemarkers. Six leagues at Alpental and Summit West ski areas (50 miles east of Seattle) compete in a six-week series, running from January through early March. Each team member races opponents on other teams of equal speed and ability. Teams are
made up of mixed ability skiers and can have up to 12 members. Six members on each team race each week and are "pre-paired" prior to racing. Racers ski two runs each. It's drag racing at its best!
Xi Alumni Jarrod Kleweno (‘90), Gregg Slosson (‘91) and Chuck Pinnell (‘94) race for the Legion of Doom, on Thursday nights.
Gamma Xi Alumni Matt Edwards ('82), Dan Studer ('92) and Gamma Mu Alumni Barry Zamzow ('88) participate on the Bamboo Bashers Team, which races on Friday nights, while Gamma
Underg rad Probationary Period P rogress Report Gamma Xi continues to make progress
2. On October 20th, 15 undergraduate mem-
against the conditions that were placed on
bers traveled to Spokane to participate in the
it’s Charter by the International Fraternity
Pike University event.
through August 31, 2013. The conditions were the result of a number of WSU student conduct policy violations during the 2011/2012 school year and the resulting loss of Gamma Xi’s recognition with the university until at least August 2017. Since October 10th, when the conditions were imposed, the Chapter has accomplished the following: 1. On October 18th, introduced Ed Murphy as a the new live-in Alumni Advisor.
3. On October 29th, the Alumni Advisory Board appointed new Chapter Officers. 4. On October 31st, the first monthly update newsletter was distributed. 5. On November 12th, new Alumni Advisory Board Members were elected. 6. On November 15th, a revised New Member Education program was established. 7. On November 30th, a revised Risk Awareness/Crisis Management Plan was created. 8. Also on November 30th, updated Chapter Bylaws were submitted to the International
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Fraternity. 9. On December 15th, a new Public Relations program was implemented. 10. On December 16th, the AAB and Undergrad Exec Officers convened a 2013 Goal Setting Retreat. 11. On December 31st, a Recruitment Action Plan was implemented. 12. On January 10-13th, Rick, Jake and Joe Feather will travel to Memphis, TN for the Chapter Executives Conference.
The undergrads appreciate the continued support of Gamma Xi Alumni, family and friends during this period of many positive changes and improvements.
Pike Connection
Presid ent, Treasu rer an d Recruitment Ch air Headed to Memphi s for Ch apter Executi ves Conferen ce Rick Gombotz (President), Joe Feather (Treasurer) and Jake Steed (Recruitment) are headed to Memphis, TN to attend the annual Chapter Executives Conference from January 10-13, 2013. The Chapter Executives Conference, held at the historic Peabody Hotel, is designed specifically for presidents, treasurers and recruitment chairmen and not only teaches Pike’s best practices,
but provides education on effective leadership and motivation. Pike’s best and brightest will leave empowered and motivated to create change within their chapters. The conference is divided into educational tracks for each different officer (president, treasurer, and recruitment chairman), as well as a host of general
sessions. The Alumni Association, via the Gamma Xi and Phil Lighty endowments, is contributing $2,000 towards the travel costs associated with the trip.
Happy Holida ys from Pi Kappa Alpha! Happy Holidays from the Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity and Gamma Xi Chapter! As we enter 2013, we look back at one of Gamma Xi’s most challenging years. However, we look forward to the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Since December 19, 1929, Gamma Xi has been a valuable and leading member of the Greek System at WSU. Our Founding Fathers include Dean Alfred A. Cleveland (’29), the University’s first Dean of Educa-
tion. Our Brothers include key financial contributors and leaders of WSU, including Phillip M. Lighty (’38), former President Samuel H. Smith (’94) and current Athletic Director Bill Moos (’70). The 1,600+ active and deceased Alumni of Gamma Xi have contributed countless hours of community service, campus involvement and financial support through our 83 year history, and developed men of integrity, intellect, success and high moral
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character that continue to foster a truly lifelong fraternal experience. We look forward to the next 83 years at WSU. We wish you, your family and friends a safe holiday season and a new year filled with peace and prosperity. Always remember that we are grateful for the volunteers and alumni who give back to the Fraternity in countless ways to continue our advancement into the future.
Pike Connection
Gamma Xi Endowment Surpasses $52K!
Rush Referral
Did you know that the Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation has established a restricted endowment fund for Gamma Xi? Currently (as of December 31, 2011), the Foundation manages $1,477,528 restricted to specific Pike chapters. Gamma Xi currently maintains the largest endowment fund with over $52,536. The endowments fund academic and leadership scholarships granted annually to chapters and students for attendance at educational programs under the PIKE University umbrella (e.g., The Academy, Chapter Executives Conference, Leadership Summits and International Convention). Once a specific chapter endowment fund reaches a $10,000 threshold for one fiscal year, the Foundation annually awards 3%-5% of the corpus amount. As the balance grows, so does the size of the grant (e.g., $10,000 at 5% = $500 or $25,000 at 3% = $1,250). The endowments are funded by gifts received to benefit respective chapters specifically through the undergraduate giving society (φφka Club) or any gift received designated by the donor to his respective chapter. You too can support the Gamma Xi endowment fund by making a restricted gift today! Contact the Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation to donate or inquire about giving to this important program:
Fill out this information and e-mail to the Rush Chairman, Jake Steed, at [email protected] or 425-308-5585 if there is a rushee you would like to recommend for recruitment:
Rushee Name _______________________ Home Address_______________________ ___________________________________ City ________________________________ School Address_______________________ ____________________________________ Email _______________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Comments___________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________
THE PI KAPPA ALPHA
____________________________________
FOUNDATION
____________________________________
8347 West Range Cove
____________________________________
Memphis, Tennessee 38125 Phone: 901.748-1948
____________________________________
Email: [email protected]
____________________________________
Website: pikefoundation.org
____________________________________
UPCOMING EVENTS 1/10 - 1/13/2013
Memphis, TN
International Work Day
Spring 2013
Pullman, WA
Mom’s Weekend
4/12 - 4/14/12
Pullman, WA
Chapter Executives Conf.
We’re on the web! Check-out our site at
www.wazzupikes.cha pterspot.com or
24th Annual Golf Tourney
June 2013
Willows Run – Redmond, WA
follow us on Facebook at
The Academy
8/1 - 8/4/13
Memphis, TN
Wazzu Pikes
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Pike Connection Published by the Gamma Xi Chapter of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity at Washington State University Pullman, Washington
December 31, 2012
Ad vi so ry Board and U ndergrad Executi ve Council Co n vene Ann ual Ret reat in Se attle On Sunday, December 16th, the Alumni Advisory Board and undergraduate Executive Council convened a 2013 Goal Setting retreat in Seattle. 19 undergrads and alumni participated in the event. Special thanks to Greg Swanson (’79) for graciously hosting us at Umpqua Bank’s Board Room. The purpose of the meeting was to define the strategy and direction for Gamma Xi in 2013, and make decisions on allocating resources to pursue that strategy. The group focused on the next 6 months, and in particular complying with the conditions placed on
Gamma Xi’s Charter by the International Fraternity on October 10, 2012.
4. Development of Gamma Xi goals for 2013, including the following:
Successful conclusion of
Key topics of discussion included the following: 1. State of the Chapter assessment by live-in Advisor Ed Murphy. 2. Progress updates from the Alumni Advisory Board, Alumni Association, Building Corporation and Chapter Executives. 3. Review of the Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity Vision, Mission and The True Pike pledge.
the probationary period, as imposed by the International Fraternity.
Pledge and initiate 16 quality young men in Spring 2013, and pledge at least another 20 over summer break.
Achieve a Chapter GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Revamp the party room into a brotherhood and recruitment tool.
Launch a fund raising (capital improvement) campaign to support overdue Chapter House physical structure improvement projects.
If you are interested in getting more involved in the Alumni Advisory Board, please contact Chapter Advisor, Ed Murphy, on (425) 301-8791 or via email at [email protected], or current Alumni Association President, Dan Studer, on (425) 333-5230 or [email protected]. Additional details can be found on the Gamma Xi website, wazzupikes.chapterspot.com.
Inside this issue:
Page 1
Annual Retreat in Seattle
1
Probationary Period Progress Updates
2
Pike Alumni Dominate CityLeague Ski Racing
2
Exec Officers Headed to Leadership Academy
3
Happy Holidays!
3
Chapter Endowment / Rush Updates
4
Pike Connection
Pike Alumni Dominate Cit yLeague Ski Racing! CityLeague is the country's largest team racing program, comprised of over 100 teams and over 1,000 Seattle area skiers, snowboarders and telemarkers. Six leagues at Alpental and Summit West ski areas (50 miles east of Seattle) compete in a six-week series, running from January through early March. Each team member races opponents on other teams of equal speed and ability. Teams are
made up of mixed ability skiers and can have up to 12 members. Six members on each team race each week and are "pre-paired" prior to racing. Racers ski two runs each. It's drag racing at its best!
Xi Alumni Jarrod Kleweno (‘90), Gregg Slosson (‘91) and Chuck Pinnell (‘94) race for the Legion of Doom, on Thursday nights.
Gamma Xi Alumni Matt Edwards ('82), Dan Studer ('92) and Gamma Mu Alumni Barry Zamzow ('88) participate on the Bamboo Bashers Team, which races on Friday nights, while Gamma
Underg rad Probationary Period P rogress Report Gamma Xi continues to make progress
2. On October 20th, 15 undergraduate mem-
against the conditions that were placed on
bers traveled to Spokane to participate in the
it’s Charter by the International Fraternity
Pike University event.
through August 31, 2013. The conditions were the result of a number of WSU student conduct policy violations during the 2011/2012 school year and the resulting loss of Gamma Xi’s recognition with the university until at least August 2017. Since October 10th, when the conditions were imposed, the Chapter has accomplished the following: 1. On October 18th, introduced Ed Murphy as a the new live-in Alumni Advisor.
3. On October 29th, the Alumni Advisory Board appointed new Chapter Officers. 4. On October 31st, the first monthly update newsletter was distributed. 5. On November 12th, new Alumni Advisory Board Members were elected. 6. On November 15th, a revised New Member Education program was established. 7. On November 30th, a revised Risk Awareness/Crisis Management Plan was created. 8. Also on November 30th, updated Chapter Bylaws were submitted to the International
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Fraternity. 9. On December 15th, a new Public Relations program was implemented. 10. On December 16th, the AAB and Undergrad Exec Officers convened a 2013 Goal Setting Retreat. 11. On December 31st, a Recruitment Action Plan was implemented. 12. On January 10-13th, Rick, Jake and Joe Feather will travel to Memphis, TN for the Chapter Executives Conference.
The undergrads appreciate the continued support of Gamma Xi Alumni, family and friends during this period of many positive changes and improvements.
Pike Connection
Presid ent, Treasu rer an d Recruitment Ch air Headed to Memphi s for Ch apter Executi ves Conferen ce Rick Gombotz (President), Joe Feather (Treasurer) and Jake Steed (Recruitment) are headed to Memphis, TN to attend the annual Chapter Executives Conference from January 10-13, 2013. The Chapter Executives Conference, held at the historic Peabody Hotel, is designed specifically for presidents, treasurers and recruitment chairmen and not only teaches Pike’s best practices,
but provides education on effective leadership and motivation. Pike’s best and brightest will leave empowered and motivated to create change within their chapters. The conference is divided into educational tracks for each different officer (president, treasurer, and recruitment chairman), as well as a host of general
sessions. The Alumni Association, via the Gamma Xi and Phil Lighty endowments, is contributing $2,000 towards the travel costs associated with the trip.
Happy Holida ys from Pi Kappa Alpha! Happy Holidays from the Pi Kappa Alpha International Fraternity and Gamma Xi Chapter! As we enter 2013, we look back at one of Gamma Xi’s most challenging years. However, we look forward to the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Since December 19, 1929, Gamma Xi has been a valuable and leading member of the Greek System at WSU. Our Founding Fathers include Dean Alfred A. Cleveland (’29), the University’s first Dean of Educa-
tion. Our Brothers include key financial contributors and leaders of WSU, including Phillip M. Lighty (’38), former President Samuel H. Smith (’94) and current Athletic Director Bill Moos (’70). The 1,600+ active and deceased Alumni of Gamma Xi have contributed countless hours of community service, campus involvement and financial support through our 83 year history, and developed men of integrity, intellect, success and high moral
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character that continue to foster a truly lifelong fraternal experience. We look forward to the next 83 years at WSU. We wish you, your family and friends a safe holiday season and a new year filled with peace and prosperity. Always remember that we are grateful for the volunteers and alumni who give back to the Fraternity in countless ways to continue our advancement into the future.
Pike Connection
Gamma Xi Endowment Surpasses $52K!
Rush Referral
Did you know that the Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation has established a restricted endowment fund for Gamma Xi? Currently (as of December 31, 2011), the Foundation manages $1,477,528 restricted to specific Pike chapters. Gamma Xi currently maintains the largest endowment fund with over $52,536. The endowments fund academic and leadership scholarships granted annually to chapters and students for attendance at educational programs under the PIKE University umbrella (e.g., The Academy, Chapter Executives Conference, Leadership Summits and International Convention). Once a specific chapter endowment fund reaches a $10,000 threshold for one fiscal year, the Foundation annually awards 3%-5% of the corpus amount. As the balance grows, so does the size of the grant (e.g., $10,000 at 5% = $500 or $25,000 at 3% = $1,250). The endowments are funded by gifts received to benefit respective chapters specifically through the undergraduate giving society (φφka Club) or any gift received designated by the donor to his respective chapter. You too can support the Gamma Xi endowment fund by making a restricted gift today! Contact the Pi Kappa Alpha Foundation to donate or inquire about giving to this important program:
Fill out this information and e-mail to the Rush Chairman, Jake Steed, at [email protected] or 425-308-5585 if there is a rushee you would like to recommend for recruitment:
Rushee Name _______________________ Home Address_______________________ ___________________________________ City ________________________________ School Address_______________________ ____________________________________ Email _______________________________ Phone ________________________________________ Comments___________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________
THE PI KAPPA ALPHA
____________________________________
FOUNDATION
____________________________________
8347 West Range Cove
____________________________________
Memphis, Tennessee 38125 Phone: 901.748-1948
____________________________________
Email: [email protected]
____________________________________
Website: pikefoundation.org
____________________________________
UPCOMING EVENTS 1/10 - 1/13/2013
Memphis, TN
International Work Day
Spring 2013
Pullman, WA
Mom’s Weekend
4/12 - 4/14/12
Pullman, WA
Chapter Executives Conf.
We’re on the web! Check-out our site at
www.wazzupikes.cha pterspot.com or
24th Annual Golf Tourney
June 2013
Willows Run – Redmond, WA
follow us on Facebook at
The Academy
8/1 - 8/4/13
Memphis, TN
Wazzu Pikes
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