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Iowa Celebrates Their House’s 100th Anniversary at Pig Dinner
June 30, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
On April 17-19, Mu Deuteron at Iowa hosted their annual Pig Dinner weekend. This year’s event was extra special as the Chapter celebrated the 100th anniversary of their chapter house. To ensure high graduate turnout and engagement for the weekend, the Chapter set a “100 for 100” goal, which was exceeded with over 100 graduates brothers in attendance, as well as all the undergraduates (pictured).
Dr. David Grady Earns a Silver Medal Award from the NIC
June 24, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Dr. David Grady (Mississippi State 1982), former Archon Councilor, received the North American Interfraternity Conference’s (NIC) Silver Medal recognizing his contributions to fraternities through his leadership roles within Phi Gamma Delta and at the Universities of Alabama, Texas and Iowa. David’s award will be presented at the 178th Ekklesia.
Hutch Sprayberry Awarded the NIC’s 2026 Undergraduate Award of Distinction
June 23, 2026 | On Campus
The North American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) selected A. Hutch Sprayberry (Auburn 2026) as a recipient of the 2026 Undergraduate Award of Distinction. This award recognizes fraternity men who, throughout their collegiate experience, have found an outlet for development as a leader and a better man. Recipients are exemplary members of their organizations and serve their brothers, campuses and fraternity/sorority communities with humble confidence.
Click here to learn more about the NIC’s Awards of Distinction and its recipients.
Volunteer Spotlight: Jesse Cook (California Irvine 2009)
June 15, 2026 | Volunteers & Advisors
Jesse Cook (California Irvine 2009) (pictured second from left) has served the Iota Chi Chapter at California Irvine as Purple Legionnaire (PL) since February 6, 2025, and BCA Chairman since March 26, 2025. As PL, Jesse’s first goal was to relaunch the Chapter’s BCA in partnership with Section Leader Peter Whittet (Western Michigan 1977). Within a few weeks, eight graduate brothers volunteered to serve in various positions on the BCA. Jesse’s next goal was to help graduate brothers reconnect and engage with the undergraduate chapter outside of Pig Dinner.
Dustin Burkett (Kentucky 2018) Named Young Civil Engineer of the Year
June 15, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
Dustin Burkett (2018) was named the University of Kentucky Department of Civil Engineering’s 2026 Young Civil Engineer of the Year. The award recognizing outstanding achievement, leadership and service in a civil engineering career.
David Ratterman (Kentucky 1968) Was Inducted into UK’s Hall of Distinguished Alumni
June 2, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
David Ratterman (1968) was inducted into the University of Kentucky’s (UK) Hall of Distinguished Alumni. David was recognized for building a global career in construction law, representing the structural steel industry from his offices in Louisville, Kentucky.
Spring 2026 Expansion: Sacred Heart University
June 1, 2026 | Fraternity News
Phi Gamma Delta established a new Provisional Chapter at Sacred Heart, in Fairfield, CT, with 40 Founding Fathers. Brothers have a 3.34 cumulative GPA, and they are involved in intramural sports, Student Government, Residential Life and performing arts, to name a few.
Spring 2026 Expansion: New Jersey Institute of Technology
June 1, 2026 | Fraternity News
This spring, Phi Gamma Delta established a new Provisional Chapter at NJIT, in Newark, NJ.
Pictured: The Founding Fathers partnered with Fleaji to host a flea market philanthropy event on campus raising $525 for charity.
Mitch Daniels (Purdue Faculty) Named Purdue University Interim President
May 26, 2026 | Not for College Days Alone
On May 25, Mitch Daniels (Purdue Faculty, Allegheny Affiliate) was appointed as the Interim President of Purdue University, effective July 1. Mitch previously served the University as President from 2013-22.
Jacob Heath Joins Staff As Assisstant Director of Chapter Services
May 18, 2026 | Fraternity News
Jacob Heath (Montevallo 2023) joined staff to assume one of the new Assisstant Director of Chapter Services roles. Previously, he served as a Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life at the University of Alabama Birmingham since 2024. Jacob earned his B.S. in communication studies with a minor in psychology from Montevallo in 2023. Additionally, he served the Mu Pi Chapter as President (2020-21) and as a BCA member (2023-26).
Cole Stephen Named Assistant Director of Chapter Services
May 18, 2026 | Fraternity News
Cole Stephen (DePauw 2025) assumed one of the Assistant Director of Chapter Services positions, having previously served the Fraternity as Field Secretary since June 2025. Before joining staff, Cole earned his B.A. in communications with a writing minor from DePauw University in 2025. As an undergraduate, he served the Lambda Chapter as President, Corresponding Secretary and Historian, and he was a member of the Alpha Psi Omega Theatrical Society.
Apryl Taylor Joins Staff As Donor Services & Operations Coordinator
April 20, 2026 | Fraternity News
Apryl Taylor has joined the Phi Gamma Delta Educational Foundation’s staff as the new Donor Services & Operations Coordinator. In this new position, Apryl’s primary responsibilities include managing donor records and gifts; overseeing acknowledgment and stewardship communications; coordinating scholarship administration; and supporting the Foundation’s daily operational needs.
