Polytechnic UniversitY, Brooklyn, New York
In March 1996, the Kappa Beta Chapter hosted the Section 97 Conference at Polytechnic University. Many workshops were held, ranging in topics from dealing with technology and its effect on APO, to new ways of attracting pledges. The participating Chapters were Beta Iota and Alpha Gamma Gamma. Following the workshops and the business meetings, all of the Brothers and Pledges gathered to have some fun in a fellowship event. The Section 97 banner was completed and the group gathered for a photograph.
| Northern Michigan University, Marquette On April 18, 1996, Iota Chi Brothers at Northern Michigan University in Marquette, Michigan, were awarded the Program/Project of the Year Award at the campus Leadership Recognition Banquet. They were recognized for their tutoring efforts with children of Lake Superior Village and for putting on a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt. Last year the brothers were honored with the highest campus award, "Organization of the Year." |
| Brothers from Lambda Omicron and Beta Chapters gathered on August 30, 1996, to participate in their 26th annual "Run to Pitt" with this year's theme as "United We Run - Divided We Brawl!" The slogan was printed on t-shirts that were purchased and worn during the run with a $20 sponsorship. West Virginia University head football coach, Don Nehien, handed the game ball off to spotlight the chapter's efforts in raising awareness and support for the fight | against autism, an incapacitating and lifelong developmental disability. As an honorary runner, Morgantown Mayor, Charlene Marshall, joined hands with Chapter members to run the first leg. The final hand-off of the game ball was given to Panther head coach, Johnny Majors, during the pre- game ceremony which featured members of both Chapters. The annual event was covered by ESPN which was broadcast nationwide prior to kickoff. |
University of Michigan & Ohio Siate University Each year, Brothers from Gamma Pi and Alpha Iota Chapters work together to collect over 4,600 units of blood in the annual UM vrs. OSU Blood Battle. The competition (the first of its kind) pits the two schools against each other in a contest of wills and arms in this 15-year-old tradition. As is the case in many regions across the country, both areas are running dangerously low on blood supplies. This two week long drive supplies blood for Southeastern Michigan and Central Ohio, filling their needs for at least a short time. Tension will be high in this year's contest, as the score is tied 7-7. Who knows what will happen this year? | 
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Butler University, Indianapolis Two years ago, the Alpha Tau Chapter had an active membership of four. Now they have a very strong membership of 37 and a new fall pledge class of 25! With their increased membership, they are able to perform larger service projects and volunteer with many more organizations. Last semester, Brothers performed well over 1,200 hours of service. Many answered telephones until after midnight for the Easter Seals Telethon and at the same time made their exciting television debut! They also received an Indiana Campus Compact grant to help with the costs of another big service project with Pleasant Run Childrcn's Home by planting small trees, flowers and bushes in front of the home with the help of the children. Afterwards, they enjoyed a fun evening with the children at Chuck E. Cheese. |
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University of New Hampshire Theta Zeta members spent time helping creatures great and small at the Cocheco Valley Humane Society this fall. Once a month in this ongoing project, members walk and play with the dogs and kittens and help clean up the building in preparation for Open House. Among the participants: Shyam Yadati, Nicole Piche, and Amy Bergeron with "furry friends." | 
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Colorado State University At Epsilon Xi, the current pledge class of nineteen outnumbers actives-so things are booming with the chapter.. At the beginning of semester, actives attended a Leadership Retreat in Denver, brain- storming on new ways to further the APO success in this chapter. Involvement in projects like Housing Helpers where members help build houses, and joining with the Boys and Girls Club of Fort Collins in a combined effort to clean up Dixon Reservoir keeps members busy. | 
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Indiana State University Indiana's largest student run parade got rolling with the combined teamwork of Beta Lambda supporters. This year's annual Homecoming Parade, October 19, 1996, represented the planning and work of many Beta Lambda actives. Three pledges, two advisors, and even a couple guests were also recruited to make the parade a success. Pictured are some of the brothers who rolled up their sleeves and helped make the parade a success. |