Rick Bender (Davidson 1993) Is Named Director of Athletic Communications
March 23, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Rick Bender (Davidson 1993) was named Director of Athletic Communications of the Williams College Department of Physical Education, Athletics & Recreation in March. He has over 25 years of experience in the field having previously worked at Knox College, Dartmoth College and Davidson College.
Bruce Kennedy (Syracuse 1954) Receives His Diamond Owl
March 18, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Bruce Kennedy (Syracuse 1954) was honored with his Diamond Owl certificate celebrating 75 years as an initiated brother.
Rho Chi at Richmond Hosts 134th Annual Pig Dinner
March 13, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
On February 21, Rho Chi at Richmond hosted their 134th annual Pig Dinner. Over 90 undergraduate (pictured) and graduate brothers attended, including Virginia State Senator Schuyler VanValkenburg (2004), who was the keynote speaker.
Additionally in January, the Chapter initiated 18 brothers, which was the largest class in eight years.
Alex Pribble (UC Berkeley 2007) Has Success As Idaho’s Men’s Basketball Coach
March 13, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Alex Pribble (California Berkeley 2007) coached the University of Idaho (UI) men’s basketball team to an improbable Big Sky Tournament Championship and its first NCAA tournament bid since 1990. The Vandals, the Big Sky’s #7 seed, won four straight games earning their first NCAA bid in 36 years. Alex is currently in his third season as UI’s head coach.
California Irvine Graduate Brothers Attend Homecoming Basketball Game
March 13, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Iota Chi brothers with their spouses and children enjoyed UC Irvine’s winning Homecoming basketball game at the Anteater Baseline Bar. Rob Caudill, the Fraternity’s Executive Director also attended the game.
Neil Thornton (Idaho 1952) Receives His Diamond Owl
March 12, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Neil Thornton (Idaho 1952), 95, proudly shows off his Diamond Owl certificate, celebrating 75 years of membership. Don Shelton (1976) and Charlie White (1985) traveled to Phoenix to present the certificate to Neil on March 10.
Mu Iota at Idaho Celebrated 106 Years at Their Pig Dinner
March 12, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
On March 7, Mu Iota at Idaho’s 106th Norris Pig Dinner was attended by 203 brothers and guests. It was the Chapter’s largest Pig Dinner since 508 attended its Centennial Celebration in 2020. The event’s speakers included Ron Jelaco (1976), Jake Church (1995) and Logan Johnson (2026). Also, Todd Peretti (1986) earned the Not for College Day’s Alone Award, Mu Iota’s highest graduate honor.
Ken Carson (Oklahoma 1980) Receives AABI’s Lifelong Professional Service Award
March 11, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Ken Carson (Oklahoma 1980) (right) received the annual Lifelong Professional Service Award from the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) in February. Ken has had a 45-year aviation career, including 23 years of service in the U.S. Air Force.
Southwest Florida Graduate Chapter Hosts Their Pig Dinner in March
March 10, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
In March, the Southwest Florida Graduate Chapter held their Pig Dinner, and Educational Foundation Executive Director Tyler Davis was the keynote speaker.
Howard Whittle (WPI 1954) Receives His Diamond Owl
March 5, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
When Howard Whittle (WPI 1954) received his Diamond Owl certificate, recognizing of 75 years of membership, he fondly reminisced of his time as an undergraduate at WPI, where he met his wife. They married the day before graduating, and Howard’s Fraternity brothers served as ushers in the wedding.
Eugene Miller (Pittsburgh 1954) Receives His Diamond Owl
March 5, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Eugene Miller (Pittsburgh 1954) received his Diamond Owl certificate celebrating the 75 years of Phi Gam brotherhood.
Albert Dave Frederickson (Wisconsin 1954) Receives His Diamond Owl
March 4, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Albert Dave Frederickson (Wisconsin 1954) received his Diamond Owl certificate honoring 75 years of Phi Gamma Delta brotherhood.
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