Rolling Stone Names Caleb Hearon 6th Most Influential Social Creator of 2025
August 29, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Caleb Hearon (Missouri State 2017) was named the 6th Most Influential Social Creator of 2025 by Rolling Stone magazine. Caleb was selected as one of 25 social creators for his popular chat podcast, “So True With Caleb Hearon.” Caleb is a comedian, writer and actor, who starred in the comedy-drama “I Used to Be Funny” and the HBO Max romantic comedy “Sweethearts.” He is also the co-writer and star of the upcoming film “Trash Mountain” (directed by Lilly Wachowski), and his debut HBO comedy special will air this fall 2025.
Indiana Governors’ Pork Tenderloin Dinner Honors Holcomb, Pence & Daniels
July 31, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On July 29, Phi Gamma Delta’s Indiana chapters hosted the Indiana Governors’ Pork Tenderloin Dinner at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The event was held in honor of five former Governors of the State of Indiana: Eric Holcomb (Hanover 1990) – 51st Governor, Mike Pence (Hanover 1981) – 48th Vice President of the U.S. & 50th Governor, Mitch Daniels (Purdue 2013) – 49th Governor, Frank O’Bannon (Indiana 1952) – 47th Governor, and Thomas Marshall (Wabash 1873) – 28th Vice President of the U.S. & 27th Governor.
Lucas Elwell (Oklahoma State 2009) Named Outstanding Young Alumni
June 30, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Oklahoma State University’s (OSU) Spears School of Business honored Lucas Elwell (2009) with the 2025 Outstanding Young Alumni award. The Outstanding Young Alumni awards recognize recent Spears Business graduates (age 40 or younger) who provide significant service and achievement early in their professional careers.
Mike Pence (Hanover 1981) Receives the 2025 JFK Profiles in Courage Award
June 23, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On May 4, Former Vice President Mike Pence (Hanover 1981) received the 2025 John F. Kennedy Profiles in Courage Award for putting his life and career on the line to ensure the constitutional transfer of presidential power on January 6, 2021.
Oklahoma State Graduate Brothers Gather Every Month for Lunch
June 9, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
A group of graduate brothers from the Sigma Omicron Chapter at Oklahoma State gather for lunch in Oklahoma City on the first Friday each month.
On June 6, the following brothers attended lunch: Ryan Bebee (1995), Don Boyd (1969), Kim Cunningham (1975), Greg Dennis (1973), Ralph Heatly (1971), Dean Higganbotham (1977), Richard Howell (1967), David Jensen (1970), Jim Quigley (1979), George Ramey (1966), Fred Ringwald (1970), Pary Shofner (1974) and Michael Bass (Louisiana State 1982), Archon Councilor and former Sigma Omicron BCA member.
Matt Vassar & Blake Wofford Race in the Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga
May 21, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Matt Vassar (Oklahoma State 1997) and Blake Wofford (WPI 2022) raced in the Ironman 70.3 Chattanooga. Matt is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at OSU, where he met Blake, a medical student. What began as a professor-student relationship has now grown into a bond of brotherhood.
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).
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