Purdue Graduate Brothers Hold a Reunion in Nashville
September 24, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In September, Lambda Iota at Purdue graduate brothers gathered for a reunion in Nashville, Tennessee.
Pictured (L-R) – Back Row: Tom Jackson (1962), Bob Martin (1962) and Richard Holmes (1962); Middle Row: Jim Neal (1962), Jim Poole (1962) and Tim McGinley (1962); Front Row: Gerry Bay (1962), Sam Bangs (1962) and Larry Ray (1962).
Bobby & Aaron Pantall Become Virginia Tech’s First Sire & Son
September 22, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
After 53 years of being a chapter, Rho Alpha at Virginia Tech celebrated its first Fiji Sire & Son pair: Bobby Pantall (1997) (right) and Aaron Pantall (2029) (left). Bobby and close family friend, Michael Meyrowitz (1996) decided to attended the Chapter’s Initiation on September 21, to surprise Aaron as he became an initiated brother.
Brothers Stanton & Anderson Meet By Chance on European Tour
September 20, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Greg Stanton (Arizona State 1988) traveled to Europe in September for a two-week historical WWII tour. Approximately 30 people participated in the tour, including the tour manager and historian. While traveling on the tour bus, the historian, Chris Anderson (Hampden-Sydney 1989), noticed Greg’s Phi Gamma Delta ankle tattoo and said Greg was the first brother he had met on a tour.
Pictured: Greg (left) and Chris (right) at the Seelow Heights Memorial at Oder River in Germany.
Don’t Ever Give Up: A Letter from Jim Tuman to Brothers
September 19, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
May 17, 2018. The date that changed my life forever. I woke up that morning and was blind. The blood vessels in my eyes ruptured and everything was black. Everything I took for granted was turned upside down.
After three major surgeries, my sight did not return in a way that would allow me to function as I had in the past. I could no longer drive, travel, read, continue my career, see beauty in the world or walk on my own. I would never be normal again. I went into a month-long state of depression as I saw my very productive and meaningful life disappear…
Chi Iota at Illinois Graduate Brother Meet to Play Golf
September 15, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Four Chi Iota at Illinois graduate brothers met to play golf and celebrate graduating 50 years ago.
Pictured (L-R): Don McMurray (1976), Jim Hickey (1975), Roy Robinson (1975) and Craig Johnson (1975).
Richmond Graduates Gather to Watch Richmond v. Lehigh Football Game
September 12, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On August 30, Rho Chi at Richmond brothers gathered at Tony Sakowski’s (1965) cottage in Deltaville, Virginia to watch the the University of Richmond football team play their first Patriot League game against Lehigh University.
Pictured (L-R): Henry “Buddy” Banks (1964), Les Webb (1964), Tony Sakowski (with his two dogs), Brent Stansbury (1984), Ted Costin (1983) and Greg Viggiano (1985).
Rob Roby (Ohio Wesleyan 1992) & Son Climb Mt. Elbert
September 8, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Rob Roby (Ohio Wesleyan 1992) (right) and his son (left) traveled to Colorado to climb Mt. Elbert, the highest summit of the Rocky Mountains in North America, at a 14,439 ft elevation.
Hugh Smith & Charles Tulloh Receive Their Diamond Owl Certificates
September 4, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
The Rho Chi Chapter at Richmond awarded Hugh Smith (1953) (left) and Charles Tulloh (1953) (right) with their Diamond Owl certificates, honoring 75 years of membership. These brothers met during their freshman year of college, were initiated in April 1950 and were roommates until they graduated.
Today, Hugh and Charles are still close friends, and they both live in South Carolina.
Melvin Taylor’s (Knox 2014) Short Film Receives Many Awards
August 29, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Melvin Taylor II (Knox 2014) is an award winning filmmaker, actor and assistant director. His comedy short film “Baldy” has earned many accolades, including over 20 film festival selections.
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.
Arizona Graduates (1950s & 1960s) Gather for Annual Reunion
August 28, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Upsilon Alpha at Arizona graduate brothers from the 1950s and 1960s met in Corona Del Mar, California, for their annual Fiji reunion on August 22-24. The reunion began on Friday night, when brothers met for dinner at the Balboa Yacht Club. On Saturday evening, brothers met at Dick Cannon’s (1963) home for dinner, with special guest Stevie Eller, wife of Karl Eller (1952), who passed ad astra in 2019. Stevie and Karl are the namesakes of the Stevie Eller School of Dance and Eller School of Management at the University of Arizona, respectively. Finally, on Sunday morning, brothers gathered at the Cannon home for brunch. The event has been held for over 15 years.
Inland Empire Graduate Chapter Hosts Annual Pig Dinner & Golf Tournament
August 12, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
The Inland Empire Graduate Chapter held their 49th annual Pig Dinner on May 3. In the morning, brothers participated in a golf tournament, where they sponsored four veterans in association with PGA HOPE. Brothers also helped raise nearly $43,000 benefitting University of California Riverside’s autism resource center, SEARCH, which was featured in Erik Linthorst’s (California Riverside 1994) documentary, “Autism Goes to College.” During dinner, the Chapter presented Brian Dass (California Riverside 2001) with the Inland Empire Graduate Brother of the Year award and Dave Davies (California Riverside 2006) with the Kevin Kordys Lifetime Service Award.
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