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2008-09-25 Last Updated: 2008-10-02 15:40 ET Submitted by: David Molina
Chapter: Delta Tau
University: Oregon State University

I just returned from an 18 month tour with the U.S. Army. I was also elected Vice Chairman on the Governor's Commission on Hispanic Affairs, Oregon, effective Jul 1.

Most importantly, my wife, Edith and I just welcomed our new daughter, Maya, born Aug 1.

Keep our men and women in uniform in your prayers.

LHT,
1LT David Molina



2008-09-02 Last Updated: 2008-09-07 03:10 ET Submitted by: Andrew Pace
Chapter: Eta Gamma
University: Georgia State University

I just returned from a Sigma Nu Alumni annual family trip to St. Simons Island. Our same group of 13 Eta Gamma’s have enjoyed Labor Day together for 10 years now, with our families. We host a small golf tournament. It’s fun watching the kids grow as we don’t get to see them as much as we want. Anyway, I thought you would like to know that many generations of the Eta Gamma alumni have these group outings as we reminisce about collegiate events from 25 years ago.


2008-08-28 Last Updated: 2008-08-30 10:00 ET Submitted by: Carson Hughes
Chapter: Epsilon Xi
University: University of Mississippi

OLE MISS Sigma Nu John Stroud lettered four years at Ole Miss from 1976-80, where he averaged 21.1 points per game. He played in the NBA. He coached in college including an assistance at Ala. He later served as head coach Millsaps men's basketball from 1990-2003 and became the all-time winningest coach in school history with 205 wins. Stroud, a two-time All-America pick with the Red and Blue, is the top scorer in school history with 2,328 points, which also ranks third in SEC history. He followed his college career with a two-year stint with the Houston Rockets of the NBA before embarking on a coaching career that included stops at Alabama, East Mississippi Community College and Millsaps College.

In his business endeavors, Stroud is the owner of the John Stroud Agency, a full-service independent insurance agency, located in New Albany, Miss.


2008-08-19 Last Updated: 2008-08-21 01:44 ET Submitted by: Michael Barry
Chapter: Mu
University: University of Georgia

Coordinated by Rush Chairs Buck Dixon (M 2326) and Clayton Cox (M 2305), the Active Chapter has finished another successful fall rush with 27 candidates. We secured 27 men from 5 states; athletes and honors college participants; several legacies and all future leaders at UGA and beyond. Special thanks to the Sigma Nu alumni from every chapter that contributed to help shape this outstanding class. See www.ugasigmanu.com for additional details.


2008-08-10 Last Updated: 2008-08-26 02:37 ET Submitted by: Daniel M. Reck
Chapter: Beta Beta
University: DePauw University

I am reporting this news for Brother David Yoshida '99 (BB, DePauw). He recently achieved top honors in a national martial arts competition.

Please see http://www.depauw.edu/news/index.asp?id=21890


2008-07-17 Last Updated: 2008-07-28 08:19 ET Submitted by: Derek K. Hirohata
Chapter: Zeta Kappa
University: California State University, Fresno

Brothers, I just wanted to extend a salute to brothers (and in one case a sweetheart) who are just finishing up tours in Iraq. Lt Col Charles A. Western, USMC (ZK, Fresno State), Maj Jeffrey Branstetter, USAF (Indiana) and Maj Niki Kamboris, USAF (Kappa Kappa Gamma and sweetheart to the Wyoming Chapter where she was a White Star) are finishing up tours in Iraq. In additon, I have met two other brothers, Lt Col Steve Coney, USAFR (who is on deck to be activated for a tour in support of GWOT) and Maj Mike Blackburn, USAF (Southern California Chapter) who is currently serving. Finally, Capt Jonathan Cartwright, USAF (Fresno State) who has since left active duty, but served a tour in Afghanistan. Godspeed to them and all the brothers who are serving wherever they are.

LTH, ZK 443


2008-06-30 Last Updated: 2008-07-01 09:35 ET Submitted by: James Gero
Chapter: Delta Alpha
University: Case Western Reserve University

I have been recently elected and sworn in to the Executive Board of the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants.


2008-05-30 Last Updated: 2008-06-02 14:30 ET Submitted by: Eric Paslack
Chapter: Delta Tau
University: Oregon State University

The Sigma Nu Fraternity Delta Tau Chapter - Oregon State University, is actively seeking a live-in house advisor for the upcoming 2008-2009 school year (and beyond).

The active chapter currently has 15 active members, with an anticipated fall 2008 candidate class of 7-10. It is anticipated that around 20 Sigma Nu active members will be living at the chapter property during the 2008-2009 year. The chapter has one cook and the property is managed by the Delta Tau Alumni House Corporation.

The primary responsibility is to serve as a leader, advisor, mentor and \"sounding board\" for the undergraduate members and candidates. The live-in house advisor will also work closely with the Alumni President and Treasurer, the food service cook, and the City of Corvallis Fire Prevention Officer, Jim Patton.

Compensation includes private room / board / monthly salary (DOE). This is an excellent opportunity for a Sigma Nu alumnus that is possibly looking to attend graduate school at Oregon State University, or that is in a work transition situation.

Interested parties should immediately forward their resume to:

Sigma Nu Fraternity - Delta Tau Chapter
Eric Paslack
paslacke@onid.orst.edu


2008-05-29 Last Updated: 2008-06-02 14:30 ET Submitted by: Nicholas A. Oliver
Chapter: Mu Iota
University: University of Hartford

Nicholas Oliver (Mu Iota #75 - University of Hartford - Class of 2000) commenced from graduate school on Friday, May 30, 2008. Nicholas is a member of the Class of 2008 from the John W. McCormack Graduate School for Policy Studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston with a Master of Science in Public Affairs.


2008-05-23 Last Updated: 2008-06-02 14:30 ET Submitted by: Sean P. Killion
Chapter: Mu Pi
University: Philadelphia University

On Thursday, May 15, Alumni and Collegiate brothers welcomed Brother Regent Jay Pitts and Brother Bob Gingras, President-Elect of the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation, to the Philadelphia area at the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves game.

Prior to the event, Brother Dallas Green (Delta Kappa) welcomed the group and spoke about his experiences managing the 1980 World Series Phillies team, which included baseball greats like Pete Rose, Tug McGraw, Steve Carelton, Mike Schmidt, and Larry Bowa.

Pictures of the event are available at: http://photos.davidzaveloff.com/gallery/4952777_9wZaz.

For more information about upcoming Philadelphia events, please contact the Northeast Gamma Division Commander, Sean P. Killion, at skillion@temple.edu.


2008-05-22 Last Updated: 2008-05-23 09:12 ET Submitted by: Daniel Robbins
Chapter: Zeta Kappa
University: California State University, Fresno

The men of Zeta Kappa were recently recognized for their excellence in leadership by Fresno State. Competing with some very competitive Greek organizations and student clubs, our Knights were Awarded "Leadership Event of the Year" for our LEADership Seminar, hosted in both the fall and spring. During the seminar we had numerous Sigma Nu chapters, students, alumni and faculty attend. The event not only helped us achieve recognition but helped promote our LEAD program.


2008-05-12 Last Updated: 2008-05-12 17:00 ET Submitted by: Steve Ratterman
Chapter: Beta Eta
University: Indiana University

The Sigma Nu Fraternity Beta Eta Chapter – Indiana University, is actively seeking a live-in house advisor for the upcoming 2008-2009 school year (and beyond).

The Beta Eta Chapter is currently remodeling and updating the chapter home for the fall 2008 school year. The active chapter currently has 80+ active members, with a spring 2008 candidate class of 15. It is anticipated that around 70 Sigma Nu active members will be living at the chapter property during the 2008-2009 year. The chapter has two cooks, a janitor, property manager and the property is managed by Fifth Point Properties, LLC to provide the best possible experience for the active membership.

The successful applicant for the live-in house advisor position would be expected to attend all chapter meetings, all executive council meetings, all LEAD meetings and all candidate /pledge education meetings. The primary responsibility is to serve as a leader, advisor, mentor and "sounding board" for the undergraduate members and candidates. The live-in house advisor will also work closely with the 3rd party property management company, the food service cooks and also provide regular bi-monthly reporting to Fifth Point Properties.

Compensation includes private room / board / monthly salary (DOE). This is an excellent opportunity for a Sigma Nu alumnus that is possibly looking to attend graduate school at the Indiana University, or that is in a work transition situation.

Interested parties should immediately forward their resume to:

Sigma Nu Fraternity – Beta Eta Chapter
Steve Ratterman
fppser@live.com


2008-04-19 Last Updated: 2008-04-21 10:44 ET Submitted by: James Grinias
Chapter: Lambda Pi
University: Eastern Michigan University

Last night at the 2007-2008 EMU Greek Awards Banquet, the Lambda Pi Chapter of Sigma Nu had a strong showing. Awards won include:

Individual Character Award: Shane Kalminski
Individual Scholastic Achievement Award: James Grinias
New Initiate of the Year: David Monge
Greek Man of the Year: Derek Martin

Additionally, the chapter was recognized as Greek Week 2008 Champions and for excellence in the Greek Standards and Assessment categories of Leadership Development, Intellectual Development, and Positive Relationships.


2008-04-14 Last Updated: 2008-04-18 10:15 ET Submitted by: Tommy Hanner
Chapter: Theta Alpha
University: University of South Florida

The Theta Alpha Chapter recently won first place in the University of South Florida's Greek Week. Additionally, brother Matt Dolson won the campus-wide "Mr. USF" which is a competition of multiple events including questions and answers, school pride, talents, best dressed, and most dedicated to their organization. Mr. USF is the biggest award that can be granted to a student at USF, and won Matt a $1,000 scholarship.


2008-04-06 Last Updated: 2008-04-09 13:05 ET Submitted by: Brian Starkel
Chapter: Theta Nu
University: Ball State University

The men of the Theta Nu Chapter of Sigma Nu Fraternity Inc. were awarded the Chapter of Excellence Award at the 2008 Ball State University Grand Chapter. In order to be eligible for this award they needed to excel in the areas which included: Chapter Management, Outreach, Membership Development and Scholarship. Theta Nu won all four and were met with the Chapter of Excellence title sharing it with only one other fraternity.

Highlights of this past year include two successful philanthropies, the Ms. Greek Pageant and Annual Spaghetti dinner, working with the Muncie community doing such items as road clean-ups and National History Day, having a retention rate of 100% and making small changes to the bylaws and standards of the Theta Nu Chapter.

The Theta Nu Chapter established itself on Ball State's campus in 1971. The Chapter of Excellence award was established in the mid nineties and this is the first time that the chapter has been awarded such an honor. We thank our alumni, current members and supporters for making this award to happen.


2008-04-02 Last Updated: 2008-04-03 10:30 ET Submitted by: Michael Eisenhart
Chapter: Delta Delta
University: Pennsylvania State University

This year, the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) raised over 6.5 million dollars towards conquering childhood cancer. The Delta Delta chapter at Penn State raised over 15 thousand dollars towards this great cause.

After months of the chapter canning in the streets and going door to door for pledges, two of our brothers danced for 46 hours straight in the marathon. The dancers in this grueling marathon must stay standing for 46 hours straight without fail. Brothers Aviel Braustein and Pat Thompson feel that this is one of the most rewarding things they have accomplished in their lives so far. The Delta Delta chapter is proud to be a part of this great cause and are planning to work even harder to raise funds next year.

All of the proceeds for THON go to the The Four Diamonds Fund at the Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The funds raised go to helping the families of children afflicted with cancer pay for any costs that are associated with their child's treatment.


2008-03-31 Last Updated: 2008-04-03 10:30 ET Submitted by: Kyle Bork
Chapter: Mu Gamma
University: University of North Carolina Wilmington

The Mu Gamma chapter of Sigma Nu at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington will be hosting an Alumni Weekend April 18-20 open to alumni from any chapter. April 18th we will be going to Buffalo Wild Wings for dinner. April 19th we will have a cookout followed by a golf tournament starting at 12:30. Any alumni in the surrounding Cape Fear region that would like to attend should contact Kyle Bork at 336-978-3652 or at ktb9759@uncw.edu.


2008-03-28 Last Updated: 2008-04-03 10:30 ET Submitted by: Gregory Heller
Chapter: Eta Theta
University: North Dakota State University

Gregory Heller of Sigma Nu (Eta Theta 417) and Jonathan Foss of Alpha Tau Omega at North Dakota State University have chosen to put the fraternal past behind them and pursue paths of inter-fraternal brotherhood and partnership to enhance the lives of students at North Dakota State University by running in the 2008 Student Body Elections as one of four President/Vice-Presidential tickets.

Foss and Heller have actually been working as a team since they started serving together on the Inter-Fraternity Council in the fall of 2005, and became very close friends through the years on the IFC as well as serving as Recruitment Chairman for their chapters at the same time. Both Foss and Heller have exceptional credentials and experience within the University. Foss is a Non-Graduating Senior in PR/Advertising, has served for 3 years on the IFC, is the Vice-President of the Epsilon Delta Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega, is an NDSU Bison Ambassador, and the founder of NDSU's Dance Marathon.

Brother Heller is a Junior in Management Communication. He is currently the Chaplain, LEAD, and Social Chairman of the Eta Theta Chapter. He has served 2 years on the IFC, is a member of the Order of Omega, the Vice-Chairman of NDSU's College Radio Board, President of Sigma Alpha Pi and the Student Empowerment and Leadership Society, a cadet in the US Army ROTC program, a member of the North Dakota National Guard, and currently serves as the Executive Commissioner of Academic and Student Affairs for the NDSU Student Government.


2008-03-27 Last Updated: 2008-04-03 10:30 ET Submitted by: Donald Moore
Chapter: Zeta Iota
University: San Jose State University

Donald Moore (ZI San Jose State University) recently was honored with the opportunity of presenting his work "Scheduling the Performing Arts Class in the 21st Century School" in the 2007 M.E.N.C. Music Education Research Consortium. Brother Moore was selected, along with 15 other applicants, out of more than 800 submissions.

Brother Moore has been an active Band/Choir Director for over 15 years in grade levels 5-12. Many of his groups, although inexperienced, have been rated at or near superior. He had outstanding mentors, including his Big Brother Mike Galisatus, also from Zeta Iota. Brother Galisatus is an "Outstanding Jazz Educator" winner in the California Music Educator's Association.


2008-03-14 Last Updated: 2008-03-17 09:31 ET Submitted by: Jonathan Martin
Chapter: Zeta Kappa
University: California State University, Fresno

Sigma Nu Zeta Kappa has once again raised the most money for Kids Day. Falling short of last years record of $3,406 (which they set), the Knights of Sigma Nu still managed to raise over $3,260. Kids Day is an annual event in which organizations sell a special edition of the Fresno Bee newspaper for $1 with all proceeds going towards Childrens Hospital Central California.


2008-03-07 Last Updated: 2008-03-07 09:08 ET Submitted by: Bill Gibson
Chapter: Gamma Phi
University: University of Montana

The Brothers of the Gamma Phi Chapter would like to recognize the men from their chapter currently serving our country overseas:

Chase Buffam, Gamma Phi 1909, Navy
Brett Cameron, Gamma Phi 1919, Marines
Josh Cassan, Gamma Phi 1920, Army
Sean Ives, Gamma Phi 1936, Army

And for our men in ROTC, Active Duty, or Active Reserve:

Brian Hutton, Gamma Phi 1918, Army, Active Duty
Mike Thompson, Gamma Phi 1934, Army, Active Duty (he leaves for Afghanistan in about a month)
Mark Meyer, Gamma Phi 1943, Marines, Active Reserve
Sevastien Guilhemotonia, Gamma Phi 1949, Army, ROTC

Our prayers are with all the men of Sigma Nu serving our country. Thank you.


2008-03-05 Last Updated: 2008-03-05 15:17 ET Submitted by: Jeffrey Branstetter
Chapter: Beta Eta
University: Indiana University

Major Jeff Branstetter (BH, Indiana, Class of 1990) was recently selected for promotion to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Major Branstetter, an Air Force JAG, is currently serving in Iraq. While in Iraq, brothers can contact him at jeffrey.branstetter@iraq.centcom.mil or by regular mail at :

Major Jeff Branstetter
MNF-I OSJA
Al Faw Palace
APO AE 09342


2008-02-28 Last Updated: 2008-02-28 15:16 ET Submitted by: Rick Tate
Chapter: Beta Tau
University: North Carolina State University

The 28th Annual Beta Tau Alumni Weekend Oyster Roast and Golf Tournament will be held April 25-26th. This year's events are going to kick off the official groundbreaking of our new chapter home. This state-of-the-art house, designed by Gontram Architectural, will meet all green environment guidelines and the naming rights for the chapter home have been established. The Randall L. Ward House of Sigma Nu Fraternity will be the first house on the new Greek Village at NCSU. All brothers of the Beta Tau Chapter are strongly encouraged to participated in this historic event! The future of Sigma Nu at NCSU is now in our hands, please get behind this effort. For more information on how you can help, please call me at 919.801.7912 or e-mail me at rick.tate@ncmail.net


2008-02-25 Last Updated: 2008-02-26 13:44 ET Submitted by: Steven Flaughers
Chapter: Zeta Gamma
University: Kent State University

Kent State (Zeta Gamma) Sigma Nu Alumnus Steven "Cowboy" Flaughers was named Head Mascot for the Cleveland Gladiators Arena Football League team. The Cleveland Gladiators are a new team for the AFL East division. The games will be played at The "Q" Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland Ohio.

Flaughers was the Kent State mascot during his collegiate years, as well as other semi-pro teams.


2008-02-21 Last Updated: 2008-02-21 11:26 ET Submitted by: Michael Hecht
Chapter: Gamma Kappa
University: University of Colorado at Boulder

The Sigma Nu Fraternity Gamma Kappa Chapter at the University of Colorado, is actively seeking a live-in house advisor for the upcoming 2008-2009 school year (and beyond).

The Gamma Kappa chapter has arguably one of the finest fraternity housing complexes (consisting of one main chapter house and four adjoining annexes - encompassing an entire block) in the country. The active chapter currently has 41 active members, with a spring 2008 candidate class of 15. It is anticipated that around 52 Sigma Nu active members will be living at the chapter property (all single rooms) during the 2008-2009 year. The chapter has a full time cook that lives on the chapter property compound and provides an excellent food service / dining experience for the active membership.

The successful applicant for the live-in house advisor position would be expected to attend all chapter meetings, all executive council meetings. all LEAD meetings and all candidate / pledge education meetings. The primary responsibility is to serve as a leader, advisor, mentor and "sounding board" for the undergraduate members and candidates. The live-in house advisor will also work closely with the 3rd party property management company, the food service cook and also provide regular bi-monthly reporting to the alumni house corporation board.

Compensation includes private apartment & bath / board / monthly salary (DOE). This is an excellent opportunity for a Sigma Nu alumnus that is possibly looking to attend graduate school at the University of Colorado, or that is in a work transition situation.

Interested parties should immediately forward their resume to :

Sigma Nu Fraternity - Gamma Kappa Chapter
Attn: Michael Hecht
PO Box 331
Boulder, CO 80306

michaeljhecht@gmail.com


2008-02-19 Last Updated: 2008-02-19 09:50 ET Submitted by: Sean Killion
Chapter: Mu Pi
University: Philadelphia University

The Ian McCambridge Tupper Scholarship Board proudly announces their 4th annual golf tournament, hosted by the Ingleside Golf Course. This yearly tournament honors the memory of Ian Tupper by raising money for a scholarship promoting education and community service. In addition to Brothers from local Sigma Nu Chapters, the scholarship is open to all current Philadelphia University students. The golf tournament will be held on May 3rd, 2008 at the Ingleside Golf Course (www.golfingleside.com) with tee times beginning at 9:00 AM. The cost for a catered lunch and 18 holes of golf with a cart is $115.00. In addition to prizes for the winning team, we will be giving away wonderful prizes, valued at nearly $500.00, for longest drive and closest to the pin. If you have any questions concerning the golf tournament or would like to sponsor a hole, please email info@tupperscholarship.com for more detailed information.


2008-02-19 Last Updated: 2008-02-19 09:50 ET Submitted by: Sean Killion
Chapter: Mu Pi
University: Philadelphia University

On Thursday, May 15th the Alumni and Collegiate brothers of the Sigma Nu Fraternity will be hosting an Alumni /Collegian Networking event prior to the ball game. Brothers from all chapters and Alumni living in the Philadelphia area are invited to join us for the ball game and enjoy a night of baseball with your fellow Sigma Nu brothers. Registration details will be release in March 2008 with the deadline to register for the event and submit payment by Friday, April 11, 2008. The organizers of the event are looking forward to a great response from our brothers as we wrap up another successful year in the area. Please don't hesitate to register as tickets will sell fast. For more details, please contact Sean Killion at skillion@temple.edu.


2008-02-18 Last Updated: 2008-02-18 19:26 ET Submitted by: McCord Henry
Chapter: Iota Rho
University: College of Charleston

The Sigma Nus of College of Charleston (Iota Rho) recently completed their second year of hosting the Miss College of Charleston Pageant. This year's pageant theme was, "Oh Yes It's Ladies Night" and the event took place on November 14th, 2007 in downtown Charleston at the Scottille Theatre.

Fifteen of College of Charleston's finest young women competed for the title of Miss College of Charleston. The Miss College of Charleston pageant serves as a gateway to the Miss South Carolina pageant. The pageant had five parts: fundraising, talent, swimsuit, evening gown and an interview. This year's winner was Morgan Helms (biology – med school).

The event raised more than $3,000 which will go to benefit College of Charleston's Habitat for Humanity "Build Blitz" next fall. During CofC Homecoming 2008 students, faculty, and staff will team up with the Charleston community to build a new Habitat home in a two week period. The chapter and the university are hoping to bring the CofC community and the Charleston community closer together by tackling the lack of affordable housing in the area.


2008-02-12 Last Updated: 2008-02-18 19:25 ET Submitted by: John Kozlik
Chapter: Zeta Gamma
University: Kent State University

I am proud to announce that we have been given the go ahead from the principal of Walls Elementary School in Kent to begin our Nus in Schools Community Service program. Beginning next Tuesday, the men of Zeta Gamma will begin tutoring elementary school students in English and Mathematics. So far over 20 brothers have committed to visit and help out at the school at least once a week, for the remainder of the semester. If all goes well we plan to continue the program in the Fall. Big honor to our Community Service Chairman, Jesse Meekins for getting this project up and running.


2008-02-11 Last Updated: 2008-02-11 22:31 ET Submitted by: Mike Hudson
Chapter: Non-Member
University: Southeast Missouri State University

My son, Mark Hudson, was a Sophomore at Baylor and a member of Sigma Nu. He passed away in November 2006. To honor him and his dedication to the Fraternity, a scholarship in his name was created, available to a Sigma Nu member displaying extraordinary service to the Fraternity or brothers. My wife and I are both graduates of Southeast Missouri State University and have strong ties to that school. As part of our regular donation, this endowed scholarship was created [at SEMO] to benefit the school and [members of your Mu Kappa] Sigma Nu chapter.

MARK HUDSON MA-250 MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - The primary intent of this scholarship is to reward a Sigma Nu member who has displayed extraordinary service in helping the chapter, his fellow brothers, or an individual brother in need. Scholarship to be awarded to an active member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity at Southeast Missouri State University who is a freshman through senior. Scholarship recipient should have interest in pursuing a degree in business. Application deadline is March 1, 2008.

Additional information on how to apply for this scholarship, or additional contributions in Mark's honor, may be made through the University Foundation. The head of the University Development group is Wayne Smith. His contact e-mail is wsmith@semo.edu.


2008-01-03 Last Updated: 2008-01-04 10:23 ET Submitted by: Josh Wheeler
Chapter: Mu Psi
University: University of Central Florida

On Saturday, November 17, 2007 Mu Psi Chapter hosted the first annual "Volley for Christy" charity volleyball tournament on the campus of University of Central Florida. Eight co-ed teams comprised of Greek organizations and other friends competed in the double elimination tournament for the chance to take home a first or second place trophy.

At the end of the day, the Mu Psi chapter raised Over $2,000 for the Christy Fund, a CHILD Cancer Fund program that is an endowment for the Child Advocate position in the Nemours Children's Clinic Hematology/Oncology Division.


2007-12-30 Last Updated: 2008-01-02 09:19 ET Submitted by: Jose Luis Espinoza II
Chapter: Beta Psi
University: UC Berkeley

Brothers - I would like to let all of you know that as of November 24, 2007, I became a married man! The wedding (in Australia) was unbelievable and I thank all of you for the good wishes.

God Bless.. Thank you.


2007-12-22 Last Updated: 2007-12-27 14:34 ET Submitted by: Ryan Svendsen
Chapter: Epsilon Pi
University: UCLA

I am a Sophomore trumpet performance major at UCLA. I joined Sigma Nu Spring of 07 at UCLA. UCLA has brought me so many opportunities especially being in one of the biggest places for the music industry to thrive. Since coming to UCLA and being a Sigma Nu, I have played with Herbie Hancock, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Ryan Shaw, Wayne Shorter, Allen Vizzutti, Patrick Sheridan, The Dave Matthews Tribute Band and Jens Lindemann. It is my ultimate dream to play with Boyd Tinsely, the famous Sigma Nu of the Dave Matthews Band. You can see photos of me with all these famous people including Taylor Hicks at my website www.myspace.com/ryansvendsen. Thank you.


2007-12-17 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 21:30 ET Submitted by: Adam Pratt
Chapter: Gamma Alpha
University: Georgia Tech

The Gamma Alpha Chapter of Sigma Nu is proud to boast of a banner fall semester. We started the semester by moving into a brand new $4 million house. We had to overcome the challenge of only having a week to move-in before rush started. However, by the end of rush week, we had our second most successful rush (since the early 90s) with the acceptance of 23 bids. By the end of our candidate process we inducted 20 new brothers. Upon the induction of our new members, we reached our 2000th initiated brother (the last chapter number in this candidate class was 2006). Our chapter size is now somewhere between 95-100 strong. In addition to this Gamma Alpha turned 111 years old on November 25th, 2007.

On a side note, we had 6 of our fall intramural teams make it to the fraternity play-offs (Ultimate-Frisbee, Soccer, Bowling, Billiards, Sand Volleyball, and Volleyball). Our Billiards team won first place for All Fraternities, which was our second intramural team to do so in 2007. The other intramural team to do so was our 3-on-3 basketball team, which did so in the spring of 2007.


2007-11-19 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 15:19 ET Submitted by: Greg Paul
Chapter: Delta Kappa
University: University of Delaware

I recently opened a restaurant in Tamarindo Costa Rica. After years of visiting this beautiful country, I made the move to warm waters. If you plan to visit Costa Rica for a vacation, please feel free to e-mail for any helpful information I can assist you with. Stop into La Caracola Resto-Bar and mention Sigma Nu for some Delta discounts. The best of holiday season to all my brothers.


2007-10-30 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 15:19 ET Submitted by: Tony Capitano
Chapter: Delta Mu
University: Stetson University

Tony Capitano (Delta Mu 1233) has been honored by Cambridge "Who's Who of American Business" for his Professional Sports Handicapping firm, Little Hero Enterprises. Tony is the owner and Lead Handicapper for Little Hero Enterprises which can be found online at http://www.8starpicks.com.


2007-09-21 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 21:30 ET Submitted by: LTC William E. Palmer
Chapter: Kappa
University: North Georgia

LTC William E. Palmer (K-727), North Georgia College, took command of 1st Squadron, 303rd Cavalry in March of 2007. This unit consists of 500 cavalry troopers and is equipped with M3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicles and Up Armored HMMWVs. The Squadron is part of the 81st Heavy Brigade Combat Team of the Washington Army National Guard.


2007-09-21 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 21:30 ET Submitted by: Russell Abner
Chapter: Theta Theta
University: Eastern Kentucky

The Theta Theta Chapter at Eastern Kentucky University won its third straight Distinguished Service Award this past school year (Campus Award for Best Chapter).


2007-08-31 Last Updated: 2007-12-19 21:30 ET Submitted by: John H. Fenner
Chapter: Phi
University: LSU

Phi Chapter has returned to the campus of Louisiana State University. After four years of suspended status, Phi has, with invaluable support from National, as well as a multitude of dedicated alumni, welcomed over forty candidates, approximately half of which are scheduled to become actives in March of '08. In addition, an aggressive Fundraising campaign has netted hundreds of thousands of dollars, and has prompted significant renovations to Phi Chapter's house. A Grand Opening is scheduled for Friday night, September 21, 2007. Regent Jay Pitts is expected to honor Phi with his presence in welcoming the chapter back to the Sigma Nu brotherhood.



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