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Volunteer Spotlight: Jesse Cook (California Irvine 2009)
June 15, 2026 | Volunteers & Advisors
Jesse Cook (California Irvine 2009) (pictured second from left) has served the Iota Chi Chapter at California Irvine as Purple Legionnaire (PL) since February 6, 2025, and BCA Chairman since March 26, 2025. As PL, Jesse’s first goal was to relaunch the Chapter’s BCA in partnership with Section Leader Peter Whittet (Western Michigan 1977). Within a few weeks, eight graduate brothers volunteered to serve in various positions on the BCA. Jesse’s next goal was to help graduate brothers reconnect and engage with the undergraduate chapter outside of Pig Dinner.
Dustin Burkett (Kentucky 2018) Named Young Civil Engineer of the Year
June 15, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Dustin Burkett (2018) was named the University of Kentucky Department of Civil Engineering’s 2026 Young Civil Engineer of the Year. The award recognizing outstanding achievement, leadership and service in a civil engineering career.
David Ratterman (Kentucky 1968) Was Inducted into UK’s Hall of Distinguished Alumni
June 2, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
David Ratterman (1968) was inducted into the University of Kentucky’s (UK) Hall of Distinguished Alumni. David was recognized for building a global career in construction law, representing the structural steel industry from his offices in Louisville, Kentucky.
Spring 2026 Expansion: Sacred Heart University
June 1, 2026 | Fraternity News
Phi Gamma Delta established a new Provisional Chapter at Sacred Heart, in Fairfield, CT, with 40 Founding Fathers. Brothers have a 3.34 cumulative GPA, and they are involved in intramural sports, Student Government, Residential Life and performing arts, to name a few.
Spring 2026 Expansion: New Jersey Institute of Technology
June 1, 2026 | Fraternity News
This spring, Phi Gamma Delta established a new Provisional Chapter at NJIT, in Newark, NJ.
Pictured: The Founding Fathers partnered with Fleaji to host a flea market philanthropy event on campus raising $525 for charity.
Mitch Daniels (Purdue Faculty) Named Purdue University Interim President
May 26, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
On May 25, Mitch Daniels (Purdue Faculty, Allegheny Affiliate) was appointed as the Interim President of Purdue University, effective July 1. Mitch previously served the University as President from 2013-22.
Jacob Heath Joins Staff As Assisstant Director of Chapter Services
May 18, 2026 | Fraternity News
Jacob Heath (Montevallo 2023) joined staff to assume one of the new Assisstant Director of Chapter Services roles. Previously, he served as a Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life at the University of Alabama Birmingham since 2024. Jacob earned his B.S. in communication studies with a minor in psychology from Montevallo in 2023. Additionally, he served the Mu Pi Chapter as President (2020-21) and as a BCA member (2023-26).
Cole Stephen Named Assistant Director of Chapter Services
May 18, 2026 | Fraternity News
Cole Stephen (DePauw 2025) assumed one of the Assistant Director of Chapter Services positions, having previously served the Fraternity as Field Secretary since June 2025. Before joining staff, Cole earned his B.A. in communications with a writing minor from DePauw University in 2025. As an undergraduate, he served the Lambda Chapter as President, Corresponding Secretary and Historian, and he was a member of the Alpha Psi Omega Theatrical Society.
Apryl Taylor Joins Staff As Donor Services & Operations Coordinator
April 20, 2026 | Fraternity News
Apryl Taylor has joined the Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation’s staff as the new Donor Services & Operations Coordinator. In this new position, Apryl’s primary responsibilities include managing donor records and gifts; overseeing acknowledgment and stewardship communications; coordinating scholarship administration; and supporting the Foundation’s daily operational needs.
Kansas Graduate Brothers Gather for Their 60th Reunion
April 7, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Pi Deuteron at Kansas graduate brothers from the class of 1966 gathered for their 60th reunion in April.
Tennessee Tech Brothers Gather for Their 45th Pig Dinner
March 31, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
Theta Tau at Tennessee Tech celebrated their 45th annual Pig Dinner in March.
Ohio Wesleyan Brothers from 1973-77 Meet for 10th Reunion Baseball Game
March 30, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Theta Deuteron at Ohio Wesleyan brothers from the classes of 1973-77 gathered for the 10th consecutive year to watch the Cleveland Guardians baseball game.
The Chapter thanks Hugh Pace (1974), who thought of this idea and shared it at Pig Dinner many years ago.
