Rose-Hulman Parents Host Post-Graduation Tailgate
June 1, 2025 | On Campus
Following Rose-Hulman’s graduation ceremony, Rho Phi brothers’ parents hosted a post-graduation tailgate on the athletic field. Over 150 brothers, family and friends attended the event.
Carson Krop (William Jewell 2025) Selected to Speak at Commencement
May 24, 2025 | On Campus
William Jewell students voted for Carson Krop (2025) to deliver the senior address at the College’s 2025 commencement. As an undergraduate, Carson was a nursing major, Pryor Leadership Fellow tutor and member of the Cardinal Sound and Jewell Jazz bands. His classmates recognized his leadership, dedication and contributions to campus life, making him a natural choice to represent the graduating class at commencement.
Parker Huizinga Was Selected to Serve on the 2025-26 IFC Advisory Council
May 9, 2025 | On Campus
Parker Huizinga (Oklahoma State 2026) (top right) was one of 13 fraternity men selected by the North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) to serve on the 2025-26 IFC Advisory Council. In this role, Parker will engage with industry leaders, helping to influence the fraternity experience, and he will assist with developing IFC resources, inter/national policy and mentoring other IFC officers.
Florida International Named Relay for Life’s Top Fundraising Team
May 7, 2025 | On Campus
The Sigma Phi Provisional Chapter participated in Florida International University’s (FIU) Relay for Life, benefiting the American Cancer Society (ACS). The Provisional Chapter was the #1 fundraising team out of 40 student organization having raised nearly $3,000 for the ACS. This brought FIU’s fundraising total to over $40,000 raised.
Additionally, the Provisional Chapter was awarded Rookie of the Year for their first time participating in the philanthropy event.
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).
Western Kentucky Wins Award for Fraternal Excellence for 2024-25 Academic Year
April 29, 2025 | On Campus
The Chi Eta Chapter received Western Kentucky University’s M. Reed Morgan Award for Fraternal Excellence for the 2024-25 academic year. This is the eighth time the Chapter won the award since their chartering in 2010. The Chapter also won 1st place for Spring Sing as part of Greek Week and 2nd place overall in the Greek Week competition.
Virginia Tech Wins Chapter of the Year Award
April 29, 2025 | On Campus
Rho Alpha at Virginia Tech won the Fraternity & Sorority Life Office’s Fraternity Chapter of the Year Award for the first time. The Chapter also received the Chapter Collaboration Award for the second consecutive year by raising over $16,000 for the V Foundation through their annual Football Run Across Virginia, completing over 300 community service hours, and cohosting Bonnie Shade for a sexual violence awareness/prevention seminar for the Greek community.
Ohio Wesleyan Wins Several Greek Life Awards
April 21, 2025 | On Campus
During Ohio Wesleyan’s Golden Bishop Award Ceremony, the Theta Deuteron Chapter won several awards. The Chapter won the Bridge Builder Award, for outstanding philanthropy and service, and the Chapter Academic Excellence Award, for the highest GPA. Also, Cooper Meek (2025) was named the Fraternity Member of the Year.
Epsilon Iota at Evansville Wins Chapter of the Year
April 19, 2025 | On Campus
During Evansville’s 2025 Greek Awards, Epsilon Iota received the Chapter of the Year Award. This award is presented annually to the chapter that best exemplifies the University’s Five Pillars of Excellence in Greek Life: leadership, scholarship, community service & philanthropy, social interaction and lifelong brotherhood. Additionally, Purple Legionnaire Jeremy Buente (2008) won the Advisor of the Year Award.
Pictured (L-R): Owen Lawrence (2027), Austin Landis (2026), Andrew Thompson (2027), Ethan John (2026), Cole Johnson (2027), John Erickson (2025) and Jeremy Buente.
North Carolina Wilmington Exceeds Their Island Experience Fundraising Goal
April 17, 2025 | On Campus
On April 12, Pi Chi at North Carolina Wilmington hosted their annual Island Experience philanthropy at a local venue. The event featured live music, student vendors and a community-sponsored raffle. Through the event, the Chapter raised over $7,400 for the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation (DRCF), far exceeding their $5,000 fundraising goal. DRCF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families facing the challenges of cancer.
Kansas State Hosts Island Week Philanthropy Benefiting the USO
April 15, 2025 | On Campus
From April 7-11, Chi Deuteron at Kansas State hosted their Island Week philanthropy event, benefiting the United Service Organizations (USO) and Donate Life. Throughout the week, the Chapter hosted several events to raise money, including a T-shirt signing competition, a volleyball tournament, a car wash and more. By the end of the week, the Chapter raised $1,463 for the USO, and they registered over 100 organ and tissue donors through Donate Life. Additionally, the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority won Island Week, so they received a $1,000 donation to the philanthropy of their choice.
Will Hoey (Michigan 2027) Is the 2025 IFC Member of the Year
April 15, 2025 | On Campus
In April, Will Hoey (Michigan 2027) was awarded the Interfraternity Council’s 2025 Member of the Year.
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