Dave Hancock (Alberta 1976) Named Assistant Chief Justice
May 12, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In May, David “Dave” Hancock (Alberta 1976) was named Assistant Chief Justice of the Alberta Court of Justice in the Edmonton Family & Youth Division. Previously, Dave served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta from 1997-2014, interim Premier of Alberta from March 23 – September 15, 2014, and a Provincial Court Judge from 2017-25. Dave attended the University of Alberta, where he earned his undergraduate degree in political science in 1976 and his law degree in 1979.
Jeffery Price Named to Forbes’ “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” List
May 12, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Jeffery Price (Baylor 1992) was ranked #1 in Texas-North on the Forbes 2025 “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list and was named to Forbes’ 2025 “America’s Top Wealth Advisors” list for the sixth consecutive year. Jeffery’s son, Connor (2020), is also a graduate brother from the Kappa Chapter.
1977 Graduate Brothers Gather at Illinois’ Pig Dinner
May 8, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Chi Iota brothers from the 1977 class gathered for a picture at Illinois’ 2025 Pig Dinner (pictured L-R): Loren Mears (1977), Dick Day (1977), Paul Van Ness (1977), Steve Scott (1977) and Sam Martin (1977).
Southeast Florida Graduate Chapter & Florida International Pig Dinner
May 2, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
On May 2, the Southeast (Miami) Florida Graduate Chapter hosted their annual Frank B. Norris Pig Dinner at Florida International University (FIU). Present were local graduate brothers and brothers from the Sigma Phi Provisional Chapter at FIU, including their Purple Legionnaire, BCA members and Section Leader Matthew Otto (Florida 2002).
Blake Macon (Mississippi State 2003) Receives Civilian Service Achievement Medal
May 1, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Blake Macon (Mississippi State 2003) (center), a civilian professional serving in the Chief Information Office (CIO) at Army Futures Command (AFC), was awarded the Civilian Service Achievement Medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Army’s modernization mission. Blake received the award during a ceremony at AFC Headquarters, a tribute to his dedicated efforts in supporting the Army’s strategic vision for the future. AFC leads the Army’s efforts to modernize, innovate, and prepare for future challenges in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Norm Silver (Oregon State 1953) Receives Diamond Owl Certificate
April 30, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In April, Norm Silver (Oregon State 1953) (seated, front) received his Diamond Owl certificate, celebrating 75 years of Phi Gam brotherhood. The certificate was presented by Norm’s great-nephew, Dennis Whitcomb (California Riverside 1986), and 16 Kappa Omicron graduate and undergraduate brothers including Purple Legionnaire Josh Cohrs (2017).
Emmett Loverde (California Los Angeles 1989) Released Two Films
April 28, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Emmett Loverde (California Los Angeles 1989) recently released two films: “Without a Name” and “What Now Mama.” Emmett directed and co-wrote “Without a Name,” a thriller, and he was the director of photography and the editor of “What Now Mama,” a comedy-drama. Both movies are available on Amazon Prime Video.
Charles Flanagan (WPI 1953) Receives Diamond Owl Certificate
April 23, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Charles Flanagan (WPI 1953) received his Diamond Owl certificate celebrating the 75th anniversary of his initiation into Phi Gamma Delta.
Zachary Anderson (Illinois Wesleyan 2021) Opens Gym to Train Youth Athletes
April 17, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Zachary Anderson (Illinois Wesleyan 2021) opened a gym to train youth athletes. The gym works with kids, ages 8-18, with the goal of building strong, confident adults.
The Kappa Chapter at Baylor’s 2025 Pig Dinner
April 14, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
The Kappa Chapter at Baylor hosted their Pig Dinner on April 5. There were 87 brothers in attendance, including 40 graduates and 47 undergraduates.
Former California Irvine Chapter Presidents Attend Basketball Game
March 24, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In March, six of Iota Chi’s former Chapter Presidents attended the National Invitational Tournament second round basketball game, where UC Irvine defeated Jacksonville State University to move on to the quarterfinals.
Pictured (L-R): Allen Illano (1990), Alli Breton (2001), Jesse Cook (2009), Matt Slentz (2007), Brett Mansfield (1989) and Jeff Kearns (1989).
The Southwest Florida Graduate Chapter Host Their 2025 Pig Dinner
March 17, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
The Southwest Florida Graduate Chapter hosted their Pig Dinner in March. This year’s keynote speaker was Senior Director of Graduate Engagement Dionysis Protopapadakis, who talked about the importance of “Not for College Days Alone.”
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