October 24, 2008
This year on October 28th the brothers of Sigma Chi hosted its 36th Annual Haunted Mansion. The brotherhood was able to raise and donate $760 to the Huntsman Cancer Institution. The transformation of our home in Flushing, MI was successfully completed in about 15 hours of work, thanks to all of the hard work and ideas by each brother, and some friends of the house. I would like to thank all of those who helped out as tour guides and who helped set up the house. Without the efforts of everyone we would not have been so successful. It is easy to see, after an event like this, just how much our organization cares for its community, and how much our brotherhood can accomplish when we set our minds to it. Thanks again to all those that helped, it truly was an incredible evening!
In Hoc Signo Vinces,
Brian Jones
Public Relations Chair
Spring 2008
I would like to congratulate the newest members of the Zeta Theta chapter; Rob Clark, Jake Karhoff, Blake Tuazon, Anthony Marchioni, Brian Jones, Harold Dost, Chris Pueppke, Dan Hirdler, and Dan Johnson. This group of fine young men were initiated in May, 2008. As a class of different temperaments, talents and convictions they helped each other grow together to build that strong bond we all hold so dear. Throughout the pledging term they spent a lot of time learning the history and values of Sigma Chi, volunteering in the community, raising money for the American Cancer Society, being involved in school clubs while still maintaining high academics. I wish them the best of luck, but I am confident that they are ready to become the enduring leaders of tomorrow. I want to thank my Kustos, Paul Jon Perla and everyone else who helped throughout the term, for it would not have been possible without the effort from all.
Andrew Melisz
Magister ’08
October 27th, 2007
On Saturday, October 27th we hosted our 35th Annual Sigma Chi Haunted Mansion. This year we were able to raise and donate $800 to The Children’s Miracle Network – Hurley Hospital Ward. Thanks to the help of brothers and friends, we were able to reconstruct the house from regular living conditions to a night of terror in just 11 hours. It is truly amazing to see how much can be done for the community, when a little hard work and several people come together for a good cause. This proves that we can make a difference in our area!
In Hoc,
Lance Wildman
Events Chair
Spring 2007
I would like to congratulate the newest Zeta Theta members, Evan Hall, Jacob Ulmenstine, Dan Smith, Blake Steuwe, Jacob Siegwald, Kirt Poff, Kenan Kurtovic, Eric Schlaupitz, and Robert Stacey. These fine young men were initiated into our chapter on May 2007. I’m confident that these men will use the tools necessary to carry on our chapter’s strong legacy we all cherish as actives and alumni. I want to thank my Kustos, Andrew “Rudy” Melisz who without him, a spectacular term would not have been possible. I would also like to thank Brothers Bob Waymouth (Hobart College, NY) and Stu Gruber (Hanover College, class of ’62), for their honorary appearance during our ceremonies. Your presence at this special event, demonstrates to the new initiates that Sigma Chi is a lifelong devotion, not just an undergraduate experience. We were pleased to see you had a great time, and hope that you will visit again in the near future. We want to dedicate this years Initiation, to our fallen Brother Barry Van Vleck (GMI ’65). His past participation has helped us to improve as a brotherhood in several different ways. We thank him for holding the Zeta Theta Chapter close to his heart for all those years; he will be missed by all. All honor to his name!
Lance Wildman
Magister ’07
May 31st, 2007
Derby Days 2007 Winners- Alpha Gamma Delta
Recently the Zeta Theta Chapter of Sigma Chi held their annual Derby Day’s competition that raised a total of $1,965 for the Huntsman Cancer Institute. Derby Day’s is a competition between the sororities and independent ladies of Kettering University, that brings the brothers of Sigma Chi and the young women of Kettering closer together, and more importantly, to raise money for a worthy cause. The Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, founded by Jon Huntsman a Sigma Chi Alumnus, concentrates on personal care of their cancer patients utilizing their staff of scientists, doctors, and nurses to aid those in need. The Sigma Chi Fraternity would like to thank all that participated in Derby Day’s and look forward to creating more fond memories, and raising more funds to aid brother Huntsman in his goal.
Corey Neil
Chapter Editor
May 13th, 2007
According to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Saftey Association) 16,885 people in the U.S. died in alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes, representing 39% of all traffic-related deaths this past year. A number so astounding sometimes does not always reach or effect the decisions of some young people in regards to drinking and driving. The Zeta Theta Chapter of the Sigma Chi Fraternity tried to convey this message to its undergraduate brothers and other students at Kettering University. The Chapter welcomed Shirley Walker from MADD to pay a visit to the fraternity house and tell her story.
Corey Neil, Shirley and Tony Walker at the Sigma Chi house.
Shirley conveyed the strong message of how some poor decisions made in a few moments can ruin one’s life and their family’s. The undergraduate brothers were very appreciative of Shirley’s message and encourage all others to follow their risk management policy in regards to not allowing impaired drivers to leave the house at any time. Matt Jacobs a graduating senior from Holland, Michigan said,”I felt that by attending an educational MADD speaker we continue the improvement of our risk management and our overall safety on campus and within the Greek community. This experience is one that will not be forgotten quickly by the Zeta Theta Chapter.
Corey Neil
Chapter Editor
May 6th, 2007
The Zeta Theta had its Alumni Weekend celebration this past Saturday on May 5th 2007. The day started out with the Bulldog Battle at Woodfield a golf outing that included many Sigma Chi alumni, undergrads, Kettering faculty and Dr. Liberty the President of the university. After golf, lunch, and awards ceremonies, all brothers were welcomed back to the house for catered dinner, games, and old friends. The alumni were impressed with new renovations in the living room, chapter room, O.Q, and the BARTS. This event will now be an annual event interchanging event days between A and B section.
IH,
Corey Neil
Chapter Editor
April 30th, 2007
Sigma Chi Alumni Weekend
The Zeta Theta chapter proudly presents its alumni weekend on May 5th 2007. The day starts off with the Bulldog Battle at Woodfield a golf outing hosted by the Kettering Golf Club and the office of alumni affairs at Kettering University. After the outing all brothers, alumni and their guests will be welcomed back at the house for a catered dinner, open house, and a poker tournament. All spots have been filled for the Bulldog Battle at Woodfield, but all alumni that have not reserved their spot for the open house can do so by contacting brother Corey Neil at neil4102@kettering.edu. We look forward to seeing all of you.
IHSV,
Corey Neil
Chapter Editor
February 18th, 2007
A True and Loyal Sigma Chi Passes
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Barry Van Vleck into Chapter Eternal. Brother Van Vleck a mechanical engineer, worked 37 years for GM, retiring in 1997 as the supervisor of the maintenance department in Rochester, NY. He participated in the founding of the Zeta Theta Chapter on November 10-11, 1963 at what was then known as the GM Institute and now is the Kettering University, graduating in 1965. He went on later to become Grand Praetor of the Northwestern New York Province. Brother Van Vleck participated in many initiations and brought his unmatched experience to the Zeta Theta house to educate the undergraduate brothers. Brother Van Vleck will surely be missed by all of the brothers at Zeta Theta. All Honor to His Name.
In hoc,
Corey Neil ’06
Chapter Editor
October 28th, 2006
Sigma Chi Helps Make Wishes Come True with Fundraising
Over Halloween weekend the Zeta Theta Chapter of Sigma Chi held its 34th annual Haunted House, a fundraiser for the Children’s Miracle Network. Brothers came together starting on Wednesday night to have the house completely disguised from fraternity to scary by Friday night. The haunted house was open on October 27th and 28th with admission at only five dollars a person. When all was said and done the brothers were able to raise $2,160.00. A special thanks to the citizens of Flushing, the students and faculty of Kettering University, and anyone else who was able to donate for such a worthy cause.
In hoc,
Corey Neil ’06
Chapter Editor
