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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.
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.
Rechartering: Lambda Tau Chapter at Texas Tech University
November 16, 2024 | Fraternity News
On November 16, the Lambda Tau Chapter at Texas Tech rechartered, and 69 brothers were initiated.
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.
Wisconsin Graduate Brother Gather for a Weekend-Long Reunion
November 11, 2024 | Not for College Days Alone
In April 2024, Mu at Wisconsin graduate brothers gathered for a reunion weekend. Brothers enjoyed a fish fry dinner, a campfire, shooting clays and brotherhood.
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.
Rechartering: Xi Chapter at Gettysburg College
November 6, 2024 | Fraternity News
On November 6, the Xi Chapter at Gettysburg College rechartered, and 26 men were initiated. These brothers are active on campus and serve as leaders in student government, residential life, the athletics department, academic societies and
student clubs.
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.
Fall 2024 Expansion: Washington & Jefferson College
November 1, 2024 | Fraternity News
This fall, Phi Gamma Delta reestablished the Alpha Provisional Chapter at Washington & Jefferson, which is still recruiting members as of November 1.
Pictured: The Provisional Chapter hosted a networking event during Homecoming weekend, with over 30 graduate brothers in attendance.
Fall 2024 Expansion: Samford University
November 1, 2024 | Fraternity News
This fall, Phi Gamma Delta completed an establishment project at Samford University. The Provisional Chapter welcomed 48 Founding Fathers (pictured), who have a cumulative 3.69 GPA.
Chartering: Lambda Omicron at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
October 21, 2024 | Fraternity News
The Lambda Omicron Chapter at California State University San Luis Obispo chartered on October 19, 2024 with 45 brothers.
Krisjanis Ule (Quinnipiac 2020) Is Running for a Cause
August 23, 2024 | Not for College Days Alone
This November, Krisjanis Ule (Quinnipiac 2020) will be running the New York City Marathon to benefit the Release Recovery Foundation (RRF).
One out of four people in the United States suffer from substance use disorder and/or mental illness, and 90% of those suffering are not able to access treatment due to financial barriers. RRF, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is dedicated to ensuring all who are ready and willing to seek professional treatment are able. RRF provides scholarships that unlock access to treatment at NAATP-vetted facilities across the country for individuals demonstrating financial need. The average scholarship granted for a single person’s recovery journey is $7,500.
Krisjanis has set a fundraising goal of at least $15,000 to support RRF, meaning by running the marathon, he would be able to provide two people with the life-saving care they would not otherwise be able to afford.
Click here to learn more about Krisjanis’ marathon journey.
