Iowa State Hosts S’more Roast Philanthropy for the USO
December 19, 2024 | On Campus
In November, Alpha Iota at Iowa State hosted their annual S’mores Roast philanthropy event, benefiting the USO. Brothers welcomed guests into the house and sold roasted s’mores and hotdogs, raising $1,100 for the USO.
Dominic Mendlik (Texas Christian 2025) Was Elected Student Body President
December 18, 2024 | On Campus
Dominic Mendlik (Texas Christian 2025) was elected Student Body President. In this role, Dominic has already made a significant impact by advocating for policies that support academic flexibility and student mental health while revitalizing TCU’s Homecoming traditions.
The Knox Chapter Raises Money for a Brother’s Family Member Diagnosed with Leukemia
December 3, 2024 | On Campus
Gamma Deuteron at Knox held a philanthropy event to supporting a member’s biological brother, Chad, who was recently diagnosed with Acute T Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Currently, the Chapter raised over $5,000 for Chad, and they will continue to raise money at givebutter.com/helpchad.
Indiana & Purdue Chapters Host Run the Ball Fundraiser to Combat Homelessness & Poverty
November 13, 2024 | On Campus
On November 29, the Zeta Chapter at Indiana University (IU) and Lambda Iota Chapter at Purdue University (PU) held their inaugural Run the Ball (RtB) fundraiser. RtB, a student-run initiative, was created to raise $50,000 for Wheeler Mission (WM) and $50,000 for Lafayette Urban Ministries (LUM), as well as increase awareness for homelessness and poverty in the chapters’ local communities.
George Washington & National Capital Fiji Clean Up Vietnam Memorial
November 11, 2024 | Not for College Days Alone, On Campus
In honor of Veteran’s Day, George Washington brothers woke up at dawn to clean the Vietnam Memorial on the National Mall. Brothers joined other volunteers from the National Capital Fiji Graduate Chapter, the Travis Manion Foundation, QinetiQ US and the Cub Scouts.
Tau Delta at Texas Dallas Hosts Brotherhood Potluck
November 6, 2024 | On Campus
Tau Delta at Texas Dallas wanted to host an event for their graduate brothers. However, without a chapter house or the funds needed, they decided to host a potluck at a home rented by several undergraduates. Brothers brought some of their favorite dishes and desserts and enjoyed an afternoon of brotherhood and food.
California Davis Undergraduates Adopt A Block
April 16, 2024 | On Campus
This academic year, Delta Chi at California Davis continued their Adopt A Block community service tradition, where brothers meet on 3rd Street to clean and pick up trash every Saturday.
The Minnesota Chapter Is Helping Fight Food Insecurity on Campus
March 29, 2024 | On Campus
The Mu Sigma Chapter partnered with The Graduate Minneapolis and Boynton Health to fight food insecurity at the University of Minnesota (UM) by supporting Boynton Health’s Nutritious U Food Pantry. One in five UM students face food insecurity, which is why the Nutritious U initiative was dedicated to provide meal vouchers to students in need, who engage with their on-campus food pantry services.
For more information on the Nutrition U campaign and mission, click here.
Alberta Chapter Hosts Curling Work & Play Menu Experience
March 4, 2024 | On Campus
This semester, Epsilon Alpha held a curling competition on the University of Alberta’s curling rink for their Work & Play Menu Experience, part of the Fraternity’s Built to Lead programming. The curling activity taught brothers that everyone has strengths and weaknesses, so by working together as a team, they can create the best opportunity for overall success. Clinton Nash (2023) and Zack Jansen (2023) led the activity and taught the brothers how to play, because some brothers had never curled before.
Upsilon Alpha at Arizona Hosts Brother Basketball Tournament
January 3, 2024 | On Campus
Upsilon Alpha at Arizona brothers hosted a brotherhood event at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The Chapter rented the basketball court a few hours before the Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets game, and held a brother basketball tournament.
Rho Phi at Rose-Hulman Wins Make a Difference Award for Their Service Work
December 18, 2023 | On Campus
In December, Rho Phi at Rose-Hulman brothers volunteered at Happiness Bag (HB) by serving a traditional Christmas dinner and providing gifts from Santa Clause. HB is a recreational and educational facility designed for individuals with disabilities. The Chapter was presented with the Make a Difference Award from WTHI-TV for hosting this event for over 30 years.
Olivier Tuyisshime (Wabash 2025) Receives Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad
December 18, 2023 | On Campus
Olivier Tuyisshime (2025) was one of three Wabash students who earned the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad. Olivier, a native of Rwanda, is a political science major and Black Studies minor, in the Malcolm X Institute of Black Studies.
The Gilman Scholarship, supported by the U.S. Congress, is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and is aided in its implementation by the Institute of International Education (IIE). The purpose of the Gilman International Scholarship program is to encourage participation in study abroad programs for under-represented students, particularly those who are studying in under-represented areas of the world and/or under-represented languages.
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