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Owen Garwood Wins $10,000 from Alex Rodriquez
February 28, 2025 | On Campus
During a Bucknell basketball game, former MLB baseball player Alex “Arod” Rodriquez made a half-time show appearance to participate in a basketball shooting competition in honor of Owen Garwood (2027). Arod made the half-court shot, winning Owen $10,000.
Pittsburgh Co-Hosts Dodgeball Philanthropy Event for the Red Cross
February 25, 2025 | On Campus
The Pi Sigma Chapter collaborated with the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity and Alpha Delta Pi Sorority at Pittsburgh to host a dodgeball philanthropy event in February. Twenty-four teams participated in the event, allowing the Chapter to raise over $750 for the American Red Cross.
Lucian Millard (WPI 1953) Receives Diamond Owl Certificate
February 19, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Lucian Millard (WPI 1953) received his Diamond Owl certificate celebrating the 75th anniversary of his initiation into Phi Gamma Delta.
Two Iowa State Brothers Are Inducted into the Order of Omega
February 19, 2025 | On Campus
Iowa State brothers Max Miller (2027) and Sean Svoboda (2026) were inducted into the Order of Omega during the fall 2024 semester. Max also raised $1,000 for ISU’s Dance Marathon, which will be donated to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
California Riverside Graduate Brothers Gather for Reunion in France
February 10, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
In September 2024, 10 Rho Upsilon at California Riverside brothers and their spouses vacationed at Château St. Philippe in Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte, France. The château was originally built as a priory by Benedictine monks in 1032-33 and is the home of Chuck O’Neal (1988) and his wife, Sukeshi.
Pictured (L-R): Bill Kepp (1987), Anthony Marguleas (1989), Rich Innenberg (1987), Chuck O’Neal, Dean Tompkins (1989), Hayden Lockhart (1987), Dan Lantry (1988), Mark Rhoades (1990), Rich Maples (1988) and Dennis Whitcomb (1986).
Rising Hope: A Documentary By Theo Avgerinos (Bucknell 2000)
January 29, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
On January 21, over 250 Bucknell students, including 90 Delta Chapter brothers, attended a special showing of “Rising Hope,” a documentary directed by Theodore “Theo” Avgerinos (2000). Six years in the making, “Rising Hope” is a collaboration among distinguished talents: Academy Award-winning documentary producer Lynn Appelle, Emmy Award-winning composer Alex Wurman and festival award-winning director Theo Avgerinos.
Erik Linthorst (California Riverside 1993) Received Awards As a Filmmaker & Podcaster
January 21, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Erik Linthorst (California Riverside 1993) is an award-winning filmmaker and podcaster who also advocates for those who are neurodivergent. His work includes the “Autistic Like: Graham’s Story” documentary and the “Autism Goes to College” documentary and podcast.
Richard Liles (Davidson 1953) Receives His Diamond Owl Certificate
January 10, 2025 | Not for College Days Alone
Richard Liles (Davidson 1953) (right) was awarded his Diamond Owl certificate, celebrating 75 years of brotherhood. Educational Foundation Executive Director Ben Robinson (left) personally delivered Richard’s certificate, because Ben’s father and Richard were best friends growing up in North Carolina. The two remained friends until Ben’s father passed away.
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.
Richard Liles Receives His Diamond Owl Certificate from Ben Robinson
December 10, 2024 | Not for College Days Alone
Richard Liles (Davidson 1953) (right) was awarded his Diamond Owl certificate, celebrating 75 years of brotherhood. Educational Foundation Executive Director Ben Robinson (Hampden-Sydney 1986) (left) personally delivered the certificate to Richard, because he and Ben’s father were best friends growing up in North Carolina. The two remained friends until Ben’s father passed away.
Volunteer Spotlight: Dave Willmer (Akron 1992)
December 9, 2024 | Volunteers & Advisors
Dave Willmer (Akron 1992)
Dave Willmer has been an active volunteer for the Fraternity for over 25 years. He has served twice as Section Leader in central Ohio for Ohio, Ohio State and Ohio Wesleyan chapters, and has also served his Alpha Omicron Chapter on the Board of Chapter Advisors and House Corporation. One of his main goals as Section Leader is to help re-establish the Sigma Chapter at Wittenberg University and help his chapters reach a GPA above the all-men’s average on their respective campus. Dave was presented with the Fraternity’s Haynes Award in 2024 as its most outstanding Section Leader.
