| Alpha Welcomes 23 New Associate Members |
Posted: 2010-02-20 |
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Greg Weston Engineering 2013
Kevin Corrigan Information Technology 2011
Dagmawi Yifru Undeclared Engineering 2013
Will Toth Computer Systems Engineering 2013
Jared Corso Engineering 2013
Greg Kirsch Computer Systems Engineering 2013
Vidyavisal Mangipudi Mechanical Engineering 2013
Adam Daniels Mechanical Engineering 2012
Dan Abbott Civil Engineering 2013
Dilpreet Saran Industrial and Management Engineering 2013
Rob Malhotra Chemistry 2013
Dan Rosania Mechanical Engineering 2013
Kevan Chao Biomedical Engineering 2013
Jovan Cruz Information Technology 2012
Mike Carter Undeclared Engineering 2013
Ed Yu Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology 2013
Barry Fortuna Mathematics 2013
Derek Loush Biomedical Engineering 2013
Jake Weinreb Chemical Engineering 2013
Will Gibbons Nuclear Engineering 2013
Brendan Lambert Computer Science 2013
JD DeWaard Biomedical Engineering 2013
Larry Felix Biomedical Engineering 2013
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| Alpha chapter shines at the 145th Anniversary Convention in Chicago |
Posted: 2009-08-09 |
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Alpha chapter was recognized with numerous awards at the 145th Anniversary Convention in Chicago, IL Aug 6-9.
The active brothers were recognized as 1 out of 2 chapters nationally with the highest GPA of all fraternities on campus, won recognition for outstanding recruitment and for receiving accredidation (scoring 7 out of 9) for the 2008-9 year.
The alumni received awards as well. Chris "Norm" Baldauf A1487 was named Outstanding Chapter Advisor for the Northeast district. The AlphaBet was recognized as the best alumni newsletter across all chapters and colonies nationwide. David Fowkes A1275 was elected to a 2 year term as a Director on the Grand Lodge.
The 150th Anniversary convention in Troy was a major topic of discussion in Chicago. The convention passed a motion assessing each active brother $5 per semester and each alumni association $200 per year through 2014 to begin to fund a memorial structure at RPI. This should provide over $100,000 for the memorial.
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| RPI Alumni Hall of Fame includes Theta Xi Alumni |
Posted: 2009-07-18 |
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RPI's newly inducted Alumni Hall of Fame includes a 7th Theta Xi Alumni. Alpha alumni constitute over 10% of all RPI Alumni Hall of Fame inductees (7 of 62). A372 Matthew A. Hunter join his brothers William H Wiley A11, Mordecai T Endicott A21, James Hall A38, Palmer C Ricketts A84, Emil H Praeger A272 and Allen B Dumont A349.
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| Alpha Alumni Association Annual Corporation Meeting |
Posted: 2009-03-06 |
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The Alpha Alumni Association will hold it's annual corporation meeting on April 25th, 2009 at 3 pm in Troy, NY, location TBD. During this meeting elections will be held for all alumni officers (President, Vice President and Treasurer) as well as for Members at Large for all expiring board seats. All Alpha chapter alumni in good standing are eligible to run for election and to vote (you must attend the meeting to vote). If you have any questions about the positions or are considering running and would like to discuss the positions, please email questions to David Fowkes A1275 at david@rfowkes.com or to any alumni board member.
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| 2009 Theta Xi District Leadership Academy |
Posted: 2009-02-28 |
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On Saturday, February 28th, 8 chapters from the Northeast Region gathered at Lehigh University where Eta Chapter hosted the 2009 Theta Xi District Leadership Academy. After a brief 1 hour stop at the Marlboro Turnpike rest stop, 5 actives (Rob Robles A1577, Carlos Correa A1597, Neil Longfellow A1610, Alex Quirk A1611 and Jon Li A1612) joined brothers from Gamma (Stevens), Delta (MIT), Eta (Lehigh), Pi (Carnagie Melon), Omicron (UPenn), Gamma Mu (Montclair State) and Gamma Xi (Monmouth) for a one day leadership workshop. 3 Alpha alumni participated as facilitators (Grand Lodge Director David Fowkes A1275, Alpha Chapter Alumni Advisor Norm Baldauf A1487 and Northeast Regional Director Mike Baron A1555).
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Norm Baldauf A1487 leading a discussion about the Purpose of Theta Xi
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Mike Baron A1555 leading a Marketing Theta Xi session
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Rob Robles A1577
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Carlos Correa A1597
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Jon Li A1612 discussing the Purpose of Theta Xi with his group
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Neil Longfellow A1610 and Alex Quirk A1611 deliver Theta Xi rush pitch to the group
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| 9 New Members Initiated |
Posted: 2009-02-22 |
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9 new brothers were initiated into the Alpha Chapter of Theta Xi in January 2009.
A1608 Dan Harris (harrid11@rpi.edu)
A1609 Sean Garvey (garves@rpi.edu)
A1610 Neil Longfellow (longfn@rpi.edu)
A1611 Alex Quirk (quirka@rpi.edu)
A1612 Jonathan Li (lij12@rpi.edu)
A1613 Marco Balducci (baldum@rpi.edu)
A1614 John Miner (minerj2@rpi.edu)
A1615 Jamie Tabanao (tabanj@rpi.edu)
A1616 Matt Laird (lairdm@rpi.edu)
We welcome them into the brotherhood and look forward to seeing them at 6294 in April.
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| 8 New Associate Members |
Posted: 2009-02-21 |
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8 Associate Members pledged into the Spring class of Alpha Chapter of Theta Xi in February 2009.
Please welcome the following men into their Quest for Theta Xi
Graham Cabrey
Ethan Cohane-Mann
Matt Campbell
John Rupert
John Hosmer IV
Evan Rapoza
Nicholas Senno
Eric Jordan
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| New Active Officers Elected |
Posted: 2009-02-21 |
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The active brotherhood has elected its new officers. Please join us in wishing them luck in their positions
President - A1594 Jeff Kopera (koperj@rpi.edu)
Vice President - A1595 Anthony Campos (campoa@rpi.edu)
Treasurer - A1596 Ben McCarty (mccarb@rpi.edu)
House Manager - A1581 Spencer Anunsen (anunss@rpi.edu)
Steward - A1599 Ken Lee (leek6@rpi.edu)
Secretary - A1603 Nihar Shah (shahn6@rpi.edu)
Scholarship - A1604 Joe Mahonchak (mahonj5@rpi.edu)
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| Alpha Chapter Obtains Highest GPA |
Posted: 2009-02-20 |
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Congratulations to our active brothers, Alpha chapter has the highest GPA of any fraternity on campus for the Fall 2008 semester.
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| Welcome to our New Associate Members |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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Induction for the Class of Fall 2008 took place on Tuesday, September 30th 2008.
The information listed is for the associate members as seen, seated, from right (front) to left (back): | | Matt Thompson | FR | CompSci | Waldorf, Maryland | | John Li | FR | Aero/Mech Eng | Brooklyn, New York | | Matt Laird | FR | Management | Wilmington, Delaware | | Matt Warbrick | FR | Materials Eng | Tuxedo, New York | | Sean Garvey | FR | Aero/Mech Eng | Queensbury, New York | | Marco Balducci | FR | Material Eng | Lancaster, Massachusetts | | John Minor | FR | Civil Eng | Niskayuna, New York | | Alex Quirk | JR | Aero/Mech Eng | Essex, England | | Dan Harris | FR | Nucl/Mech Eng | Sherman, CT | | Neil Longfellow | FR | Aero/Nucl Eng | Atlanta, Georgia | | Jaime Tabanao | FR | Mech Eng | Newburgh, New York |
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| Last Call at Uncle Ming's |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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Phil Cutrone A1388 invites all Alphas to meet one last time at Uncle Ming’s, 225 Avenue B, New York, NY, on October 15th, 2008 at 6pm. Phil’s bar is closing at the end of October.
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| Alpha Brother Joins the Grand Lodge |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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The Alumni Association congratulates David Fowkes ’89 A1275 on being voted into the Grand Lodge of Theta Xi. Brother Fowkes is involved in many Theta Xi efforts including chairman for Alumni Communications and Fundraising for Alpha Chapter. He recently participated in the initiation ceremony for the newly rechartered Zeta Chapter at Cornell University. Brother Fowkes was recently named the 2007-2008 Outstanding Regional Director by the Theta Xi National Fraternity. He also has coordinated efforts toward having Alpha Chapter act as host for the 150th Anniversary Convention of Theta Xi in 2014.
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| Blood Drive and Community Service Projects Planned |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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The brothers from the Alpha Chapter of Theta Xi Fraternity have set up several community service projects in which they will continue to give back to the Capital District region. On December 3rd, the brothers along with the aid of the American Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive located at the RPI campus. They hope that their efforts will be great contributions to saving the lives of many people in need of the blood. Along with the Blood Drive, the brothers are keeping in contact with the Oakwood Cemetery and Habitat for Humanity staffs. There they plan to continue the Fall clean-up of the cemetery site as well as aid the Capital District in building many necessary homes.
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| Grand Lodge Votes to Hold 150th Anniversary Convention in Troy in 2014 |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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The Alpha Alumni Association is very pleased to announce that the Grand Lodge of Theta Xi has voted to hold the 150th Anniversary Convention in Troy, New York, in 2014. National President Jon Luning will name a committee over the next few weeks to explore details. Thank you to all who have worked hard on behalf of Alpha Chapter to make this honor a reality.
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| 2009 District Leadership Academy / National Convention Dates |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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District Leadership Academy for Northeast Region at Eta
This year's District Leadership Academy for the Northeast Region will be held February 28, 2009, at Eta Chapter at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
2009 National Convention in Chicago
Put it on your calendars. Next year’s National Convention is scheduled for August 6-9th at the Marriott Lincolnshire in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnshire, Illinois.
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| Fall 2008 Alumni Club Roundup |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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Boston Club – Look to get together the third Thursday of each quarter. Chris Blanc A1404 is hosting a Poker night on 10/16/2008. Contact Chris for more information. NYC Club – Next meeting in Hoboken, New Jersey. Tentatively booked for December 4th at 7pm at Texas Arizona in Hoboken. Contact David Fowkes for more details.
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| RPI Homecoming and Parents' Weekend is October 17-19: Alumni/Parents' BBQ on Saturday |
Posted: 2008-10-08 |
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October 17-19th mark RPI's Homecoming and Parents' Weekend. These days will include several events held by both RPI and the Brothers of the Alpha Chapter of Theta Xi Fraternity. Friday
4:00-5:30pm
The brothers have invited several RPI faculty and staff as well as surrounding neighbors to an evening snack. Food provided will include finger foods, crackers and cheese, vegetables with dip, and other similar items.
6:00-8:30pm
Greek ChowderFest. RPI events for Friday include EMPAC grand opening. Saturday
11:30-1:00pm
The brothers will be holding a barbeque for the Alumni and parents of all the brothers and associate members. For more details, contact the Homecoming Chair, Anthony Campos A1595.
1:00pm
The RPI football team will be having their homecoming game against Susquehanna.
7:00pm
Men's hockey game versus Bentley. RPI will also be having several EMPAC opening weekend events as well. For more information on other events being held by RPI, please visit http://www.alumni.rpi.edu/Homecoming/
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| Brother David Fowkes Named Outstanding Regional Director |
Posted: 2008-07-31 |
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Alumni Association President Tom Doherty A1448 recently congratulated Brother David Fowkes A1275 for being named the 2007-2008 Outstanding Regional Director by Theta Xi National Fraternity:
http://www.thetaxi.org/Chapters/NationalAwards.php Brother Fowkes '89 is involved in many Theta Xi efforts including chairman for Alumni Communications and Fundraising for Alpha Chapter. He recently participated in the initiation ceremony for the newly rechartered Zeta Chapter at Cornell University. He has spearheaded interest by the NYC Alumni Club in revitalising Epsilon Chapter at Columbia University. He also continues working toward having Alpha Chapter act as host chapter for the 150th Anniversary Convention of Theta Xi in 2014.
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| Brother Bob Bozzone '55 Awarded Albert Fox Demers Medal by the RAA |
Posted: 2008-07-04 |
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| Congratulations to Our Newest Initiates |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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Spring 2008 Class
A1602 Alex Meola
A1603 Nihar Shah
A1604 Joe Mahonchak
A1605 John Lee
A1606 Ken Shin
A1607 Adam Baker
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| Alphas Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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On April 5, 2008, 25 men from Alpha
Chapter of Theta Xi took part in a
special day of community service with
the local Habitat for Humanity. Actives,
associates and alumni from recent years
gathered to lend a helping hand. The project
took place in South Albany on Odell Street
where Habitat for Humanity was working
on adding three new housing additions to
the street. The brothers began leveling
the front lawn areas since the ground was
poorly leveled and needed to be as even
as possible for the work that day. The
brothers only faced one obstacle: a very
heavy looking, thick concrete slab. The
project contractors laughed when we said
we would get it out of the way, but they
soon saw how serious the men of Alpha
were when we moved the giant chunk.
After the early coffee break, the
group split in two separate groups. Half
the brothers continued working on digging
and shoveling to even the lawn, while the
other half began the assembly of the roof
for the housing. After lunch, 8-10 brothers
worked on the remaining half of the roof
that needed to be assembled. By the end of
the day, the roof was ready for the crane
to place it on the house and most of the
foundation was set level. It was a day in
where Alpha left a mark on the foundation
of a future house for a family in need.
Thanks to Bobby King A1519 for
helping coordinate the event with the
Actives.
Actives, associates and alumni gather for a group
picture around the Capital District Habitat for Humanity sign.
Theta Xi brothers move a concrete slab as part of
the South End Renewal Project.
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This year’s 6294 Celebration was one of
our most successful in recent memory
with over 100 alumni, actives and guests
attending all or part of the weekend. Thank
you to everyone who participated in the 6294
Theta Xi Olympics, which brought in over
$2,000 for a new foosball table, repairs to
the pool table (thanks Brad Spencer A1517)
and money to put toward a new foyer rug
for the chapter house. A special thanks the
Actives for organizing the dinner cruise, to
Mike Petronino A1359 and John Reinhardt
A1358 for organizing the Olympic events and
to John Viggiano A1488 and Matt Glaccum
A1324 for procuring T Shirts. We would also
like to congratulate our Special Olympics
championship team “Special K”, Kenyon Thayer A1405 and Kumar Ramaswamy
A1429 (you looked good in pink).
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Alumni and guests gather at the house prior to
the dinner cruise.
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| Alumni Badges Recovered |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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Two Alpha Brother badges have been found
online and recovered by alumni.
A239 Sanford M. Wagner by Nick Constantine A1451 |
A516 Carl H. Flemer by David
Fowkes A1275 |
Join the Theta Xi Preservation
Group on Yahoo Groups to help
keep Theta Xi memorabilia in
Brothers’ hands. Please consider
donating any Theta Xi related
items you currently have in your possession to
Alpha chapter for our history collection or make
provisions for your estate to donate Theta Xi
materials in the future. Email Matt Glaccum at
mglaccum@geosphereinc.com for details.
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| Frank Fischer A986 Receives Alis Aquilae Medal From RPI |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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In recognition of their philanthropy
at Rensselaer, Brother Fischer
and wife Jeanne received the
Alis Aquilae medal from RPI
President Shirley Ann Jackson.
The medal is awarded to those
donors ‘who have given a singular
gift of $1 million or more’ to
the Institute’s Renaissance at
Rensselaer capital campaign.
The Fischers established the
Jeanne and Frank Fischer ’64
Scholarship with a $1 million
dollar gift to RPI in 2005. For
more details see: http://www.
rpi.edu/campaign/Fischer.htm.
Brother Fischer also received the
Rensselaer Alumni Association’s
Alumni Key Award in 2007 for
‘outstanding service in support
of Rensselaer’s advancement.’
(left to right) Brother Frank Fischer A986 and wife Jeanne
with RPI President Shirley Ann Jackson.
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| Won Choe A1409 Named to List of 2008 Outstanding 50 Asian Americans |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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| Website Update |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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The work continues at www.alpha6294.com. While the original launch of the site was a success last year, we have spent this year finding ways to continually improve the functionality and service the site provides.
In the last year Ben Haynes and Matt Glaccum have gone out of their way to design new functions and implement them into the Alpha site. Some of these features include: the ability to post a photo of each brother in the brother database, tightening the system to allow for better sharing of information between Laurus, RPI and Theta Xi, and setting up alumni-update@alpha6294.com to send in alumni updates, job opportunities, etc.
In this same spirit we are looking to continue this work by improving the site in these ways in the coming months: adding an ecommerce solution that will enable us to sell apparel and additional items using both the Theta Xi and Alpha brands, setting up a brothers’ only wiki for knowledge sharing that we will call the Alphapedia, and exploring ways to improve our internal document storage and management.
As always we are receptive to any ideas our brothers may have that may allow us to provide them with the information they wish to have available via the website. We hope that you have all had the time to logon to the site and navigate through our increasingly vast online resource.
Finally, we would also like to mention that VIGCraft Art’s work on the Alpha Chapter site and our presentation at the 143rd Anniversary Convention gave us the opportunity to work with the Kappa Phi Chapter Alumni Association at Western Carolina University to redesign their website. You can find Kappa Phi online at: www.txwcu.com.
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| Zeta Chapter Rechartered |
Posted: 2008-06-18 |
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Congratulations to the newest members of the Cornell chapter who were initiated on May 4th! Inactive since 1968, the Theta Xi chapter at Cornell lives once again.
I wanted to drop you a quick note with the good news that we initiated 22 new Zeta brothers yesterday up at Ithaca. Actives and alumni from Alpha, Gamma, Eta, Iota, and Beta Omega joined to help run the first meeting of the Zeta lodge in 40 years. The National President, Jon Luning, and Grand Lodge Member Don Maringer were present along with National Representative Doctor B. New officers were installed. I've been named regional director responsible for Zeta. After initiation, I spent an hour with the e-board to discuss planning and moving forward.
You have a very energized, organized and excited group of men working to re-establish your active chapter. I think you are going to enjoy working with this group.
YITB
A1275 Dave Fowkes
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| Alpha Earns a 4 out of 5 Star Rating |
Posted: 2008-05-13 |
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At the RPI Greek Awards of Excellence ceremony held on April 19th, Alpha Chapter earned a 4 out of 5 stars rating. The chapter had also been nominated for 4 awards: Administrative Responsibilities
Advisor of the Year
Alumni/National Relations
Housing Congratulations to the undergraduate and alumni members who helped Alpha gain recognition this past year.
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| Alumni Club Roundup |
Posted: 2008-05-12 |
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Boston Alumni Club Chris Blanc A1404 Our email address is: txclubofboston@gmail.com Possible summer activities include a minor league baseball game: Lowell Spinners or Pawtucket Red Sox. No details yet. Our next outing: Thursday, May 15, 2008 7:00PM Cornwall's 654 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215 US Capital District Alumni Club Brad Spencer A1517 With everyone’s busy schedule last summer, it was hard to get local alumni to even one event last year. However, we did have 14 alumni and friends for a Tri-City Valley Cats game at Joe Bruno Stadium and we were treated to a pre-game barbecue. The Cats won on a beautiful July evening, the fireworks show post-game was great, and if you ask a few of the alumni who attended, the giant bouncy pit was a blast as well. This summer, I plan on organizing at least 3 different events at various locations around the Capital Region. Possible events include: A second Tri-City Valley Cats game Albany Conquest (arena football 2) game Barbecue at a local alumni residence Trip to Grafton Lake “Alive at Five” in downtown Albany A day at the Saratoga Race Track Details on the first event, tentatively for early June, will be sent out soon. To make sure you’re notified, e-mail me at bspencer1517@gmail.com, or call me at 518-258-7107. See you this summer! New York City Alumni Club David Fowkes A1275 Our last meeting was held in mid-March at Mustang Harry's 2 blocks South of Penn Station. Approximately 25 alumni joined a group of Columbia students and discussed potentially re-chartering our Epsilon Chapter. Our next meeting will be held on June 4th; see details below. Please e-mail me at david.fowkes@db.com to be added to the evite list. Wednesday, June 4, 2008 6:30 pm Mustang Harry's 352 Seventh Ave, NY, NY UPDATE: Next NYC Meeting on Monday, September 8th. Same time and place.
Washington DC Alumni Club Dan Daly Beta Omega 187 Contact Dan at betaomega187@mymail.thetaxi.org or call 703-502-0043.
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| Alumni Networking |
Posted: 2008-05-12 |
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| 6294 Celebration and Fundraiser |
Posted: 2008-03-12 |
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The 6294 Dinner is scheduled for April 26, 2008. After way too long of a hiatus . . . 6294 in the Chapterhouse is back. This is one that you just can't miss - plan your weddings and conceptions accordingly. Over 60 Alumni and guests are already signed up to join the Brothers of Alpha in Troy.To RSVP, please visit our 6294 Evite and let us know if you are returning this year. OLYMPIC REGISTRATION OPEN: John Reinhardt A1358 and Mike Petronino A1359 are organizing the Theta Xi Olympic games for that weekend. For more details about the games, please look at www.zoo-brew.com/olympics.html and get registered now! 
SUPPORT THE OLYMPICS: To provide a quality Olympic experience, John and Mike need your help to help fund some needed work at the chapterhouse. Please consider making a contribution today to support the purchase of a new foosball table, dart board and pool table accessories; repairs are also needed for the pool table as well. John and Mike are looking to raise $2000 for this purpose. The Alumni Association has recently had to allocate significant money for the purchase of a new refrigerator for the Actives and cannot fund games equipment alone. Any funds left over will be applied toward the purchase of a new foyer rug and other pre-6294 improvements as needed. Beyond that, donations are to be put toward the upcoming summer work week projects and other Association expenses. IMPORTANT: You MUST let the Association know that you wish your donation (or a portion thereof) go toward this campaign by contacting anyone involved in the fundraising or use the e-mail address provided below. If you are attending the 6294 dinner, the first $100-single/$150-couple donation you send in go toward paying the dinner expense. Any donations above that amount can be applied toward this targeted fundraising but, again, you must let the Association know of your wishes. HOW TO DONATE: Visit the Olympics webpage at www.zoo-brew.com/olympics.html or go to the Alumni website for more options at www.alpha6294.com/donations.php. E-MAIL US: If you decide to help out by donating, please send an e-mail to alumni-update@alpha6294.com and let us know how you want your money spent. CONSIDERATION: The improvements that this Olympics fundraiser will fund will be very beneficial for future rush events and alumni activities as well; it will also improve the look of the public areas of the House.
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| 150th Anniversary Convention in Troy in 2014? |
Posted: 2008-03-11 |
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Theta Xi National has begun to explore the possibility of holding Theta Xi's 150th Anniversary Convention in Troy, New York during the Summer of 2014. Executive Director Jim Vredenburgh recently toured Capital District facilities to review viable options. Representatives met with RPI officials to explore the possibility of utilizing RPI facilities (lodging and conference) to hold the event on campus. National President Jon Luning and Grand Lodge Member Don Meringer toured campus during the February 23rd District Leadership Academy and discussed Memorial Seat re-dedication ideas. It is too early to declare victory but initial momentum is positive at both National and with RPI.
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| Chapter News Update |
Posted: 2008-03-03 |
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Recent chapter news: Alpha Chapter hosts the District Leadership Academy: Feb 23rd, 2008 Theta Xi National 2007 Accreditation Results: Alpha earns 8 out of 9. Alpha Men Attend Presidents Academy and Rising Stars Academy in St. Louis. Click here to learn more.
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| David Fowkes '89 Named Northeast Regional Director |
Posted: 2008-02-27 |
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 The Alumni Association congratulates David Fowkes A1275 on being appointed the new Northeast Regional Director. Brother Fowkes received the news from Theta Xi Executive Director Jim Vredenburgh this past January. He takes over for Brother Chris Hansen of Delta Chapter who had to relinquish the role when he decided to take a position overseas.
"In recent years, Dave has offered tremendous vision and support for Alpha Chapter. He brings a passion for Theta Xi few have matched. The chapters of the Northeast are fortunate to have him as an advocate and mentor." -- Tom Doherty A1448, Alumni Association President "I have worked with David over the past couple of years to help reenergize the Alpha Chapter from an operational and financial perspective. The other chapters in our region will benefit from Dave's strong leadership abilities, strategic vision and unwavering love and energy for Theta Xi." -- Chris "Norm" Baldauf A1487, Alpha Chapter Advisor |
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| Weekend Schedule for Leadership Academy |
Posted: 2008-02-19 |
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FRIDAY, FEB 22nd
7:30pm
Dinner with delicious local brews at Troy Pub & Brewery in downtown Troy. All delegates are advised to arrive in time to be able to have dinner together. Meet at the Chapter House beforehand. SATURDAY, FEB 23rd
8:15am
Registration followed by a light breakfast at the Chapter House 9:00am – 11:30am
Leadership Academy
Room 3606
Rensselaer Student Union 11:30am-12:30pm
Lunch at the Chapter House 12:30pm-5:00pm
Leadership Academy contd.
Room 3202
Rensselaer Student Union 6:00pm
Dinner at Holmes & Watson in downtown Troy 8:00pm
Bowling at Uncle Sam’s Lanes also in downtown Troy
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| Alpha Inducts Six this Spring Semester |
Posted: 2008-02-19 |
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from left to right (seated):
| Joe | Mahonchak | FR | EE | Oakland, NJ | | Alex | Meola | FR | Chem | Plaistow, NH | | Adam | Baker | SO | CompSci | Troy, NY | | Nihar | Shah | FR | Aero-Mech | Reading, MA | | Ken | Shin | FR | Bio-Chem/Management | Tenatly, NJ | | John | Lee | FR | CompSci | New York, NY |
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| Recent Renovation at the Chapterhouse |
Posted: 2008-01-31 |
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Please check out the recent work done to the floors at the chapter house over the winter break: 
Find more details and pictures here.
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| Eight New Brothers Initiated |
Posted: 2008-01-20 |
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It is my pleasure to announce the initiation of eight new Brothers
into the Bonds of Theta Xi on January 19th, 2008 
a1594 Jeff Kopera
a1595 Anthony Campos
a1596 Ben McCarty
a1597 Carlos Correa
a1598 Bill Simmons
a1599 Ken Lee
a1600 John Shepard
a1601 Gavin Graham
Congratulations to our new initiates.
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| Alpha Chapter to host District Leadership Academy |
Posted: 2007-11-08 |
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The Alumni Association is pleased to announce that Alpha Chapter has been chosen to host the 2008 Northeast District Leadership Academy at the chapterhouse on February 23rd, 2008.
Contact Chris Baldauf at chris.baldauf@gmail.com for more details.
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| Alumni Network in Action |
Posted: 2007-11-05 |
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Spencer Anunsen A1581 spends summer as intern performing aircraft tests with alumnus Nick Constantine A1451. Click here to read article.
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"Spencer (and Nick) take a break from work with a ride in a sailplane.” |
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| 2007 Homecoming Pictures Here! |
Posted: 2007-11-01 |
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| Homecoming/Parent's Weekend Deemed a Huge Success |
Posted: 2007-11-01 |
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A report from Chapter Advisor Chris "Norm" Baldauf A1487 on the weekend activities
On Friday, we had a faculty and staff mixer that two Deans attended... It is my strong belief that we should hold another one in the Spring. We also initiated Dr Boylen (A1593). He was more than honored and the ceremony and ensuing celebration went off without a hitch. [Nine alumni also returned to Troy for the initiation ceremony and welcomed Brother Boylen.] On Saturday, we had an Alumni / Parents BBQ that saw attendance from about 18 alum, mostly from the 1960's (I will include names at a later time). They were all impressed by the work that is being done at the chapter house and had distinctly positive feedback about the house (building and brothers). .... We also had the parents of about 10 members (3 associate members) come to the event and give good feedback about the house. I encouraged them (especially the associate members' parents) to contact me if they had any concerns and that I would be happy to address them. They said they were more than satisfied with their son being involved in our organization. Let's definitely plan on doing all of this again next year. Alumni who returned to Troy We had 25 alumni come back: Gary Peterson '62 A964
Ken Wilson '63 A973
August Bill Gutheim '63 A982
Ray Rettberg '63 A983
Rob Nilsson '63 A984
Frank Fischer '64 A986
John Van Gelder '64 A999
Bill McCarthy '64 A1001
Pat Mahoney '64 A1008
Mike Gass '65 A1011
Hank Malafronte '65 A1020
Rick Gordon '65 A1024
Gerry Bushey '68 A1056
Roland Cavalier '68 A1060
Dick Greenlaw '68 A1063
Vinny Spitzer '69 A1082 David Fowkes A1275
Paul Vescio A1295
Chris Baldauf A1487
Jamie Smith A1492
Paul Dalton A1512
Brad Spencer A1517
Bobby King A1519
Justin Scaduto A1537
Jake Woudenberg A1562
Dr. Chuck Boylen A1593
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| Welcome Brother Boylen! |
Posted: 2007-10-23 |
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Alpha's next door neighbor is no stranger to the Brothers who have called 1490 Sage Avenue home. In a long overdue ceremony, Doctor Chuck Boylen was initiated this past Friday, October 19th. Check out the latest issue of the Alphabet to learn more about A1593.
Local alumni welcome Brother Boylen to the ranks of Theta Xi. See more pictures.
"It's fantastic to see a neighbor and friend who has been so supportive of our Chapter for so long finally be recognized for his unsung contributions to Theta Xi. Congratulations, Brother Boylen." -- Chris "Norm" Baldauf A1487, Chapter Advisor "Congratulations are in order for Dr. Boylen. For years we've called him"mentor," "advocate" and "friend." Now we call him "brother." His initiation is long overdue and well deserved!" -- Tom Doherty A1448, Alumni Association President
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| Alpha Inducts Associate Members |
Posted: 2007-10-16 |
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Alpha Chapter welcomes its newest associate members!
(l to r) Gavin Graham, Anthony Campos, Bill Simmons, Carlos Correa, Jon Shepard, Ben McCarty, Jeff Kopera, Ken Lee
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| Dr. Boylen Accepts Invitation for Membership |
Posted: 2007-09-29 |
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 It's about time! The active members unanimously voted to initiate long-time friend, neighbor and faculty advisor Dr. Charles Boylen. The Actives approached Dr. Boylen recently with the invitation for membership and he accepted.
Initiation will be in conjunction with Homecoming in October. Currently, the ceremony is scheduled for Friday October 19th at 9pm.
Please pass along the good news to anyone who may be interested and sign up through the Homecoming Evite if you plan to attend.
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| Planning Weekend |
Posted: 2007-09-28 |
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Alpha Chapter held a planning weekend in conjunction with our second work weekend Aug 25-26. Alumni led 2 rush seminars, one on Saturday afternoon concerning Rush Marketing led by Chris Riismandel A1356 and on Sunday afternoon regarding Rush Sales techniques led by Chris Blanc A1404 (a repeat performance from last year). Thanks to Chris and Chris and all who helped. Following the last rush seminar, the chapter’s E-Board retreated to chapter advisor Chris "Norm" Baldauf's house for a planning session. 
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| Second work weekend success |
Posted: 2007-08-29 |
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Big thanks: Part Deux Another round of thanks to the alumni who made it up for the second work weekend: Dane LeBlanc
Dave Fowkes
Dave Schuettner
Chris Baldauf
John Viggiano
Jake Woudenberg
Justin Scaduto
Mickey Mossaidis
Ben Rosenthal
Tom Doherty
Chris Riismandel
Chris Blanc
Jay McGlothlin
Alex Pelli
Brad Spencer If someone is missing from the list, let me know so we include you. Again, we had another member of the Class of ’89 in Dave Schuettner joining Dave Fowkes as the two really old guys showing the younger brothers how it’s done. Reports of an even older alum in Dane LeBlanc ‘80 coming back to lend a hand are true! See Dane’s skill at tackling window pane work. It should be said that the Alumni noted the Actives taking ownership of some of the work projects to help make the weekend a success. A very big thanks should also be given to Norm Baldauf and Dave Fowkes for organizing the work weekends as the Actives get ready for the Fall Term. Second work weekend projects accomplished - Finished painting a lot of the outside with the lift
- Painted the basement floor
- Removed 25-30 windows from the frames, repaired (made them open and/or close or hang right on the house) and re-glazed countless panes
- Replaced over 50 broken window panes
- Replaced all electrical outlets and covers on the first floor (replacing painted over outlets)
- Painted a lot of the outside windows
- Painted the kitchen
- Painted the shed
- More landscaping
- Finished paneling the inside of the rear airlock
- Repaired all lighting in basement, replaced 3 broken light switches
- Rewired the electrical feed to the outside sign
Plumbing WorkA plumber was hired to take care of the urinals. He supplied and installed the urinal on the first floor and will be doing the same for the third floor urinal which needs to be replaced. The second floor urinal was able to be brought back online without the need for replacement. The plumber also performed some minor boiler maintenance. New photos Check out the photos here: http://alpha6294.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=1448 Again, the photos are not very well organized but you will get the general picture of the progress made. We’ll be posting a before, during and after presentation of the major projects here on the website soon. We need 5 guysAs of the last donations update, we are still short of our donor goal of 150. We are 5 donations shy of that. If you haven’t donated before, send in that $10, $25 or $50 or whatever you feel comfortable with. Look here for details on donating: http://alpha6294.com/donations.php Again, every donation that comes in helps. Extra money was spent on getting as much work done as possible before the start of the school year and the all important Rush period. This means that your donations are key to help pay for the repairs done. Please contribute today!
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| New Alpha Chapter Initiates |
Posted: 2007-08-26 |
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It is with great pride and pleasure that the members of the Alpha Chapter of Theta Xi announce the initiation of the following five new members on Friday, August 24th, 2007.
A1588 Jeff Murphy
A1589 Zack Purcell
A1590 Jin Yang
A1591 Mak Mendelson
A1592 Clayton Kotulak
Congratulations to our new members.
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| Work Weekend Update |
Posted: 2007-08-20 |
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A big thanks First off, a big thanks to the alumni who lent a hand this weekend: Ralph Buoniconti
Dave Fowkes
Dale Winkler
Chris Baldauf
Jamie Smith
Paul Dalton
Mike Champagne
Bobby King
Jake Woudenberg
Tim Wise
Mike Baron
Rohun Gholkar
Jay McGlothlin
Alex Pelli
Mickey Mossaidis Mark Black  If someone is missing from the list, Fowkes didn’t have you down as being there so blame him. Then let me know so we include you. Dave was not the only ‘89 guy present. Dale and Ralph joined the other alumni in volunteering their time over the weekend to get some much needed house repairs done. First weekend projects accomplished From what I understand, all the Actives were there to take part in all the fun stuff including: · Whole first floor painted · Rented 50 foot lift for a day, repaired rotten facia board and re-hung gutter, painted a lot of the outside wood (gables, headers over windows) · Took down and disposed of 4 dead/dying trees · Installed new tile floor in the 1st floor bathroom · Painted the basement bar room · Installed paneling in the back airlock · Weeded and mulched all of the outside beds · Sanded, stained and varnished the front door · Significant repairs to the stairs including structural and cosmetic (replaced all missing ballisters and post caps including decorative molding all in Oak to match original) · Built a new door to replace the rotten shed door · Re-sanded the front walk (after thorough weeding) See the photos Don’t believe it? Check out the photos here: http://alpha6294.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=1449 Particularly see the ones of the boom lift in action as well as the new look of the house side facing RSE. There are also some group photos near the end of the album. The photos are not very well organized but you will get the general picture of the activities and the results. Pay particular attention to the peaks and dormers that have been painted. Once the second work weekend is finished, we’ll look to post a before, during and after presentation of the major projects. What’s next for this weekend So what is left to do? Here is what is on the list currently: · Rent the lift for one more day to finish painting the gable wood (first coat some, second coat the rest) · Finish repairing and re-paint the shed · repair and re-paint the BBQ · Finish trimming out the airlock paneling and seal it · Get the urinals repaired/installed (scheduled the plumber for early next week) · Work to clean up the bathrooms as time and money allow · Paint the basement floor · Electrical work (repair/replace outlets and switches as needed for repair and for aesthetics) Helping out We are looking for anyone who would like to help out with the second work weekend. There is still a lot left to do. Even if you are a maybe about making it, talk to Norm (chris.baldauf@gmail.com) or Dave (david.fowkes@db.com) about it. Details will also be posted in the news section: http://alpha6294.com/news.php Can’t make it but would still like to help out? As of the last donations update, we are still short of our donor goal of 150. We are about 10 donations shy of that right now. If you haven’t donated before, send in that $10, $25 or $50 or whatever you feel comfortable with. Look here for details on donating: http://alpha6294.com/donations.php Again, every donation that comes in helps. We are down two guys that were expected to be living in the house this year. That means two less contributors to the upkeep of the house as well as the mortgage payments that the Alumni Association has to make. This means that your donations are key to getting repairs done especially with the House at low but rising numbers. So please don’t think about it, just zoo it.
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| Making a difference at Alpha Chapter - Alumni-Active joint work week project |
Posted: 2007-06-11 |
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Please join us August 18-19 as a group of alumni descend upon the chapter house to work with the active brothers to paint, repair, replace and fix as much as humanly possible in a weekend. Over 20 alumni have already committed to return. Can't make that weekend - join us the next weekend when a smaller group will again show up to tie up the loose ends and finish the projects. Click here to view our proposed renovation projects.
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| Alpha to Share Data |
Posted: 2007-06-05 |
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Starting in Fall 2007, Alpha will begin sending periodic contact database updates to RPI. If you wish to opt out, please log in or register on the website and review the options available.
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| National Convention Deadlines Approaching |
Posted: 2007-05-24 |
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Hurry! The deadline for early registration to the 143rd Anniversary Convention in Louisville is approaching fast. June 15, 2007 is the last day to receive the “Early Bird Discount.” Those brothers who register by June 15 will receive a $25.00 discount on thier registration fees. Why wait?!?! Register today and we’ll see you in Louisville!
Also, applications for Undergraduate Directors on the Grand Lodge are still available. Applications are available on the Theta Xi website and must be returned to Fraternity Headquarters by June 27, 2007. In accordance with changes made to the Constiution and By-laws at the 141st Anniversary Convention, nominations will not be accepted from the floor.
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| Suggestions for Constitutional Amendments at 2007 National Convention |
Posted: 2007-05-02 |
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Click here to view the suggested constitutional amendments for the 2007 National Convention to be held in Louisville, Kentucky July 27-30.
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| Alpha Chapter Recognized by Institute for Alumni Relations and National Communication |
Posted: 2007-04-30 |
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During the RPI Greek Awards of Excellence ceremony, held on April 14th, 2007, the members of the Alpha Chapter were recognized for being the best chapter on campus when it comes to "National Organization Relationships and Alumni / Advisor Participation". This award is a testament to the hard work of the many Alumni members of the Alpha Chapter that have had a hand in restoring the pride and high ideals of Theta Xi to RPI. Overall, the Chapter received a 4 out of 5 star rating, with only 6 Greek organizations scoring higher. Many congratulations are in order to all who were involved.
Left to right: Chris Baldauf (Chapter Advisor), Dean Jessica Wickiewicz (Assistant Dean of Students - Greek Affairs), Timothy Kelly (Chapter President)
Photo of the actual award
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| Alpha Chapter Annual Meeting Presentation |
Posted: 2007-04-29 |
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Click here to view the Alpha Chapter Annual Meeting presentation which was given during Founder's Weekend April 28, 2007.
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| Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2007 |
Posted: 2007-03-15 |
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The time is now to show Members of Congress that the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act of 2007 is worthy of their support! AFA is once again joining other higher education associations and interfraternal organizations in a grassroots letter-writing campaign in support of this legislation. This year the letter-writing process has been streamlined and coordinated by the Capital Fraternal Caucus.
The Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act would make a simple change in the tax code that would go a long way in improving the condition and the safety of fraternity and sorority student housing facilities. Specifically, the bill would allow tax-deductible charitable contributions made to fraternity and sorority educational foundations to be used for infrastructure improvements and the installation of fire detection and prevention systems in local not-for-profit student housing.
In less than three minutes you can send a letter to your Senators and Representative, adding your voice to the thousands of other fraternity and sorority members reaching out to Members of Congress this month.
Using the online template, it’s easy for you to write your Members of Congress and to engage your students, Vice President for Student Affairs, chapter and house corporation advisors and others in this process as well. It will make a difference! We urge you to learn about the Act and how you can participate in this critical effort.
In the last Congress, thanks in part to your efforts, the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act garnered its greatest support yet. This year, the collective efforts of many can ensure that this legislation is finally passed.
In order for your letter to be considered during Congressional discussion, please send your letters by April 1, 2007.
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| Alpha Association Board Meeting Call |
Posted: 2007-02-27 |
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Alpha Association board meeting call on 3/31 at 11 am. Anyone interested to join can email Paul Dalton.
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| National Networking |
Posted: 2007-02-06 |
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| 6294 Hotel Accomodations at Franklin Square Inn |
Posted: 2007-01-16 |
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We have reserved a block of 15 rooms at Franklin Square Inn for the nights of 4/27 and 4/28 at the RPI rate ($116 vs $130 standard). Alumni should call 518-274-8800 and ask for the Theta Xi rate.
For more information please visit http://www.franklinsquareinn.com.
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