Iowa Brothers from the Pledge Class of 1997 Meet for a Reunion
January 7, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Mu Deuteron at Iowa graduate brothers from the pledge class of 1997 gathered for a reunion in January.
Tyrel Nelson’s (Minnesota 2002) Book Wins Five 2025 Outstanding Creator Awards
December 31, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Tyrel Nelson’s (Minnesota 2002) book, “Stories from Ecuador,” received five 2025 Outstanding Creator Awards, including: Travel (1st place); Multicultural, Multilingual, Bilingual Literature (1st place); Photography (1st place); Motivational, Inspirational Books (3rd place); and Best Research (honorable mention).
Bill Revere (Washington 1954) Receives His Diamond Owl Certificate
December 29, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Bill Revere (Washington 1954) (seated, left) celebrated 75 years of membership when he received his Diamond Owl certificate with his Fiji sons, Mark (1982) (standing, right) and Scott (Oregon 1986) (seated, right), and Fiji grandson, Marius (Chapman 2021) (standing, left).
Graduate Brothers Meet for the Xi Graduate Chapter’s Annual Pig Dinner
November 17, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On November 15, the Xi (New York City, NY) Graduate Chapter hosted their Pig Dinner in Manhattan with 32 brothers representing 16 chapters in attendance. During the event, Gregg Streibig (Maryland 1991) was awarded Brother of the Year for his stalwart support, involvement and camaraderie.
Ron Pearson (1954) Receives Diamond Owl During Knox’s Pig Dinner
October 22, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On October 11, during Gamma Deuteron at Knox’s Pig Dinner and Homecoming, Ron Pearson (1954) was presented with his Diamond Owl, celebrating 75 years of membership. As the oldest brother in attendance, Rob was also honored to kiss the snout of the Chapter’s new gold pig.
Minnesota Graduate Brothers Gather for the 2025 Homecoming
October 20, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In October, Mu Sigma graduate brothers gathered in Minneapolis for Minnesota’s Homecoming weekend. While in town, brothers visited the chapter house, the McNamara Alumni Center – named after Richard “Pinky” McNamara (1956), and the football stadium for the Minnesota vs. Purdue game.
Pictured (L-R): Standing: Dave Smith (1970), Brian Gensmer (1972), Steve Kumagai (1970), Tom Benemann (1971), Steve Aronson (1970) and Graeme Thickins (1969); Sitting: Bob McCollum (1972), Craig Alshouse (1968), Bruce “Herk” Koranski (1969) and Del Peterson (1969).
Allan McKinley (Hanover 1953) Receives His Diamond Owl Certificate
October 13, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In September, Allan McKinley (Hanover 1953) received his Diamond Owl certificate, celebrating the 75th anniversary of his initiation into Phi Gamma Delta.
Joe Ferrari (Chicago 1953) Receives His Diamond Owl Certificate
October 13, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Joe Ferrari (Chicago 1953) received his Diamond Owl certificate, recognizing 75 years of membership. Joe was so pleased to receive his Diamond Owl that he asked his daughter, Lisa, to take his picture even though he doesn’t like having his picture taken.
California Irvine Graduates Meet for 4th Annual Reunion
October 10, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On September 25-28, Iota Chi at California Irvine brothers from the classes of 1988-95 gathered for their 4th Annual Palm Springs Reunion. Many of the brothers in attendance helped launch Iota Chi’s new scholarship fund through generous contributions.
Embry-Riddle Launches a Graduate Brother Association
October 1, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Epsilon Rho at Embry-Riddle launched its Graduate Brother Association (ERGBA) under the guidance of Purple Legionnaire Craig Osborne (2022). ERGBA’s goal and mission is to reconnect, engage and sustain. At the heart of this work will be a seasonal graduate newsletter, created by and for graduates, offering life updates, chapter developments and opportunities to support the undergraduate chapter and/or Fraternity. The ERGBA also aims to be the centralized hub for all Pig Dinner communications, and they will now oversee Pig Dinner planning in conjunction with the undergraduate chapter.
James Mann (Hanover 1999) Receives the ASPIRE Outstanding Leadership Award
September 26, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
James Mann (Hanover 1999) was presented with the ASPIRE Outstanding Leadership Award by OneAmerica Financial. James is an 11-year associate, who began his career at the company as a finance manager on the IT & Data team. He now oversees financial planning and forecasting, financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and expense management for employee benefits.
Rev. Mark Miller (Hanover 1993) Earns His Doctor of Ministry
September 25, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Rev. Mark Miller, D.Min. (Hanover 1993) earned his Doctor of Ministry from Eden Seminary. Mark’s doctoral dissertation, “Baptismal Identity & the Multicultural Church: Intersectionality, Black Liberation Theology & the Original Baptismal Creed in an Intentional Multicultural/Multiracial Congregation” was the culmination of his experiences while serving at Westminster Presbyterian Church in St. Louis. He is now on an extended sabbatical and looking forward to his next adventure.
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