Phi Gamma Delta · The Phi Gamma Delta , Volume 39, April 1917 Welcome, Pi Sigma! Phi Gamma Delta not only gave but also received when she granted a charter to the petitioners at

Phi Gamma Delta

The Chartering Petition for The Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh

The Phi Gamma Delta, Volume 39, April 1917

Welcome, Pi Sigma! Phi Gamma Delta not only gave but also received when she granted a charter to the petitioners at the University of Pittsburgh. And received abundantly. Here is a chapter coming with a large and loyal group of alumni who are high up in their community in professional, business, social, and influential connections. A chapter whose undergraduates are youths of ability and energy who fairly dominate some of the undergraduate enterprises of the university. A chapter which, from every standard by which we are able to judge, will soon be one of the strongest and most dependable links in the organization. A chapter whose men, both alumni and undergraduates, are fired with the ideals and spirit that we expect of good Fijis. The only shame is that the chapter was not admitted years ago, as indeed it would have been except for the activities of a”small group of wilful men.” whose opposition was unfathomable and was never relaxed until the tide in favor of Pittsburgh became so strong that the granting of the charter became inevitable. Not in a decade has a chapter come in under such good auspices unless it be the Williams chapter. Phi Gamma Delta did a good piece of work when it made the Phi Zeta Phi society of Pittsburgh a chapter of Phi Gamma Delta.

Never has Phi Gamma Delta had a more impressive chapter installation than when the Phi Zeta Phi Fraternity of the University of Pittsburgh became our Pi Sigma Chapter. The ceremony was attended by a great host of Fijis and was followed by a very successful banquet. Thirty-five undergraduates and 50 alumni of the petitioning body were made Fijis at one stroke. Beginning at 3 o’clock in the afternoon, the extensive group of Fijis and Fijis-to-be, which crowded the lobby of the Hotel Schenley, began to separate; the initiates retiring to a side room to prepare for the ordeal and the Fijis filing into the Schenley ballroom, that historic Fiji spot where we held the important convention of 1911 and the historic convention of 1898, which marked a turning point in Phi Gamma Delta’s form of government. The ballroom was most appropriately decorated with palms and banners, and illuminated in a striking manner. The initiation paraphernalia was brought into play and the assembled Fijis took part in one of the most solemn initiations ever held. The spectacle of 85 initiates, of nearly 200 Fijis, some of much prominence, the lighting and decorating effects and the historic surroundings all combined to make the Pi Sigma installation an inspiring event that will long linger in memory.

Brothers,

The brothers of the Pi Sigma Colony hope this excerpt from our Magazine will ring true yet again. We sense the inclusion of this beautiful excerpt from the birth of Pi Sigma conveys the vast history and importance of the University of Pittsburgh and the City of Pittsburgh, as a whole, to our great Fraternity. For generations, University of Pittsburgh FIJIs have been vital to the tremendous success of Phi Gamma Delta. Starting in the Spring of 2017, a new generation of Pitt men pledged their loyalty to a lifetime of excellence- through friendship, knowledge, service, and morality.

Today, I can proudly announce to the Fraternity that the Pi Sigma Colony has become a beacon of success at the University of Pittsburgh. We have won the most prestigious award for a Greek Organization at Pitt- the 2018 Greek Sing Competition. We are the current runner-up fraternity for Greek Week, scoring the second most points out of all Greek Organizations. Above all, our most important and most revered accomplishment is our dedication to service and philanthropy in the Pittsburgh community. The Colony has gave 1,739 hours of service to the community thus far, while donating over $2,500.00 to charitable causes. Our success could not have been achieved without the incessant hard work of our brothers, and most importantly, the admirable and perpetual support of our graduate brothers. Through their guidance, the Colony has witnessed the fruits of lifelong brotherhood firsthand, inspiring us to reach greater heights every day.

The goal of our petition is to impart to you the accomplishments of our Colony. Through these accomplishments, we believe you will see the work of every one of our brothers and their extraordinary efforts to build a lifelong brotherhood. Our successes thus far serve as a foundation for the future, of which we are certain many more outstanding achievements will come to fruition.

On behalf of the brothers of the Pi Sigma Colony of Phi Gamma Delta at the University of Pittsburgh, we are extremely grateful and appreciative for your consideration to grant us a charter.

Mighty Proud to be a FIJI-to-be!

John Charles Coyle IV President of the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh

Finances

The Pi Sigma Colony of the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta prides itself on understanding that finances allow for fraternal bonds to blossom, charity to be given, memories to be made, and obligations to be fulfilled. Due to a tightly managed and easy to understand system of collecting and dispensing of finances, no brother of the Pi Sigma colony has ever been financially delinquent.

Combined efforts from the Finance Chair and Treasurer to manage the collection and

dispersal of funds have ensured all financial obligations are fulfilled and adequately prepared for, with additional funds left over for savings. In order to properly prepare for the year, the Treasurer uses an Excel Spreadsheet to organize expenses. The first sheet outlines in detail the anticipated expenses for the entire year and whether they be yearly or semesterly dues. From this detailed sheet, a simplified budget is organized to actively keep track of each chair and cabinet’s budget. Upon completion of these budgets and after a review by the Finance Chair, the budget is then presented to the Cabinet, and upon approval, to the Colony for review.

The collection of dues is managed via the Colony Portal on the colony website. Members

pay through the website in either one lump sum at the beginning of the semester or pay monthly via a payment plan if they need financial assistance. Payments are logged with invoices generated by the website.

Figure 1.1 - Dues Payment through website.

Additionally, at colony meetings “Treasurer’s Reports” are conducted. The reports consist of a weekly update of the fraternity account balance, any and all payments made into and out of the account, updates on the budget, and future payments. All payments are recorded and color-coded on an Excel sheet managed by the Treasurer and shared on the fraternity Google Drive for Colony or graduate brothers to check and keep up to date on finances. These methods have allowed the Pi Sigma Colony to function smoothly since its conception.

Figure 1.2 - Major Finances Break Down *Service budget does not include University Service Grants

Figure 1.3 - Payment Tracking Portion Payments and Deposits are tracked with Debtor, Creditor, Amount, Description, Clearance, Date, and Payment Method.

Brothers at the Pi Sigma Colony believe that the collection of dues alone is not sufficient effort from each brother to ensure the success of the colony. To supplement our budgeted funds, the Treasurer and the Finance Chair have been working closely together to organize an apparel fundraiser to sell to brothers internationally, whether it be graduate or undergraduate. Additionally, fundraisers from food venues are in place for upcoming semesters to generate

additional funds. The bulk of Pi Sigma’s successful fundraising has come from our generous graduate brothers from the Omicron Graduate Chapter and the Pi Sigma Association. At the 2018 Pig Dinner, hosted by the Pi Sigma brothers, we were able to secure over $880 in donations and merchandise sales. The Pi Sigma Association is able to provide the undergraduate brothers with over $20,000 from their re-colonization fund to be used towards chartering. In addition to this fund, the Colony itself has saved $2,288 for chartering.

Current Finances: Checking Account Balance--------------$4,593.88

Balance Owed By Brothers -------------$1,740.00* Balance Owed to IHQ--------------------$0.00 Balance Owed to Outside Entities-----$0.00

* “Balanced Owed By Brothers” accounts for monthly installment payment plan

Recruitment

The University of Pittsburgh, ranked by the Wall Street Journal as the best public college in the Northeast, prides itself on admitting students who are driven and diligent in their studies. Just as the University carefully selects its students, the Pi Sigma Colony carefully selects its brothers. We strive to seek out and find the best men the University has to offer, whether they be resident assistants, Student Government Board members, or athletes. Most importantly, we look for leaders. The brothers of Pi Sigma are an extremely accomplished and tight-knit group because of a carefully articulated recruitment process. To be considered for membership, each candidate must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, each must be a member of at least one other student organization, and each must be in good standing with the University. The Colony has enjoyed high retention rates from our three pledges classes- Beta, Gamma, and Delta. Their retention rates are as follows: 6/9 (67 percent), 7/8 (88 percent), and 6/6 (100 percent), respectively.

New Members Undergraduate Brothers Graduate Brothers

Fraternity recruitment at the University of Pittsburgh has not been easy. The average size of a fraternity at Pitt is 40 members. The University of Pittsburgh IFC categorizes fraternities into three tiers- small, medium, and large. The Pi Sigma Colony is currently situated in the medium size of fraternities. The University has a deferred recruitment policy in which freshmen cannot rush until they complete 12 academic credits. The University employs a formal recruitment period at the beginning of the Fall and Spring Terms. The duration of the formal recruitment period is usually 10 days. The formal recruitment period begins with a “Meet the Greeks” night where all fraternities showcase themselves to potential new members. During the following days, most fraternities hold events at their chapter houses or hold restaurant nights where potential recruits congregate.

Since Pi Sigma does not have a chapter house, we must always hold events at third party vendors. We utilize most of our recruitment budget for “one on one” lunches, dinners, and meetings with potential new members. We have found this method is a far more successful approach to recruitment. It is much easier for both the brother and the potential new member to have substantive conversation in this setting. In addition to “one on ones,” we have held several large events ranging from Pittsburgh Pirates baseball games to box seats at our Pitt football games to pick-up sports competitions. We pride ourselves on holding unique events that draw interest.

Scholarship

Phi Gams attend college first and foremost to gain knowledge, attain a degree, and pursue a career path of their choice. Gaining knowledge leads to a richer, more fulfilling life, one which connects us with our neighbors, our communities, our country, and the entire world. Our past semesters have allowed us to see how putting a greater focus on scholarship can improve individual grades and overall Colony GPA. To that end, the Colony instituted an academic plan and study hours requirement for the Fall 2018 semester in hopes of raising the overall colony GPA. As stated in the Pi Sigma Colony bylaws, to qualify for pledging, a potential must possess at least a 2.5 GPA (4.0 scale) in his most recent term or at least a 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) if he has not yet completed his first academic term.

At the University of Pittsburgh, the minimum GPA a fraternity may possess to remain in good standing is a 2.5. The Pi Sigma Colony’s GPA as of Fall 2017 was 2.928, well above the university minimum requirement. As of Spring 2018, the most recent grade check, the Colony GPA was 3.000. From the Fall 2017 semester to the Spring 2018 semester, the Pi Sigma Colony remained steady at 13th of 18 on the IFC ranking list and improved from 27 to 23 in overall rank.

The All Fraternity Average and All Men’s Average are from Spring 2018

An updated Academic Improvement Plan was implemented for the Fall 2018 semester. Included in the plan are: study hours tracking, study rooms booked and made available weekly,

an online directory of class notes, and a requirement to attend at least one time-management or professional development seminar per semester. With these implementations in mind, a GPA goal of 3.3 was set for the Pi Sigma Colony.

Philanthropy

Philanthropy and community service have been at the forefront of our Colony’s undertakings since our installation on campus. Phi Gamma Delta has an eternal commitment to our surrounding community. When left to nothing but his devices, a FIJI gentleman is nothing but a product of his internal qualities and the community that surrounds him. As the Colony has progressed through the years, our commitment to service has only grown in magnitude. To this day, we have dedicated 1,739 hours, averaging 60 hours per member to improving the greater Pittsburgh area. At the close of the Fall 2018 semester the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh looks to have over 2000-community service hours since initiating on campus. Each brother is required to complete at least 15 service hours per semester. On the philanthropic front, FIJI has donated $2,821.00 to a assortment of charitable causes since our founding.

University and Colony-run Service Events: ● FIJI Fall Cleanup

○ FIJI organized a campus-wide trash pickup in the South Oakland neighborhood ofPittsburgh in September 2018

● Pitt Make A Difference Day (PMADD) 2017/2018○ All FIJIs participated in the last two annual PMADDs. We are one of the only

student groups to make this day-long service event mandatory for our members● Be a Good Neighbor Day

○ FIJIs participated in the last two annual Be a Good Neighbor Days, helping thesurrounding the community

● Martin Luther King Service Day○ FIJIs participated in the last two annual MLK Service Days, helping the

surrounding community● IFC Day of Service 2018

○ FIJIs participated in the first annual IFC Day of Service in October 2018. Ourbrothers volunteered their time at the First Presbyterian Church in the SquirrelHill neighborhood of Pittsburgh

● Off The Floor○ FIJIs donated their time at “Off the Floor,” a non-profit organization that moves

donated furniture into homes of people in need.● Drive Against Hunger

○ FIJIs donated their time for the “Drive Against Hunger” campaign by boxing foodfor Pittsburgh’s homeless population

Colony-run Philanthropy Events: ● FIJI Social Media Challenge (November 2017 & October 2018)

○ Year 1 Donation: $150 to Kappa Kappa Gamma’s philanthropy, “Reading is Fundamental”

○ Year 2 Donation: $350 to Delta Phi Epsilon’s philanthropy, “Cystic Fibrosis Foundation”

● FIJI Tug of War Tournament ○ The winner, Kappa Delta, received $100 for the philanthropy of their choice ○ We raised $1,000 for the American Cancer Society

● FIJI Clothing Drive (Spring & Fall 2018) ○ FIJI solicited the Pitt student body to donate to our first clothing drive. We

donated over ten 40-gallon bags of clothing for American Veterans ● FIJI Stands with Tree of Life (November 1st and 2nd, 2018)

○ We sold prints of the Cathedral of Learning, photographed by Colony graduate, Kyle Jennings, to raise money for the Tree of Life Synagogue of Pittsburgh

External Organization Philanthropy Events:

● Pitt Dance Marathon (Children’s Miracle Network Hospital) ○ Pitt’s largest philanthropy event. ○ Pitt FIJI raised $1,100.00 for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in our first

Pitt Dance Marathon in March 2018 ● Delta Zeta’s Soccer for Starkey (2nd place) ● Alpha Epsilon Pi’s Eight Crazy Nights ● Pi Kappa Alpha’s Volleyball and Wiffleball competitions ● Theta Phi Alpha’s Coin Challenge ● Delta Phi Epsilon’s Deepher Dude Competition

○ Brother Kyle Jennings won the 2017 competition and was named the Deepher Dude for the academic year

● Alpha Delta Pi’s Diamond Heist ○ Won 1st place in Spring 2017, just weeks after re-colonizing back at Pitt

● Kappa Delta’s Shamrock philanthropy event ○ Male cheerleading and cornhole competition for “Preventing Child Abuse in

America” ● Pittsburgh Pirates Drive to help hurricane victims in Puerto Rico

○ Pitt FIJI donated a significant amount of goods- non-perishable foods, toiletries, and other items

Campus Involvement

The brothers of the Pi Sigma Colony are heavily integrated into the University of Pittsburgh’s campus life. Each brother belongs to at least one other student organization. Many belong to multiple organizations. Some hold leadership positions in their respective organizations. Below is a comprehensive listing of all organizations Pitt Phi Gams have been members of or are currently members of:

● Pitt FIJI won Pitt’s Greek Sing competition in our first year on campus● Pitt FIJI came in 2nd place in Pitt’s Greek Week competition in our first year on

campus● Two Student Government Board Members (Albert Tanjaya & Zechariah Brown)● Lambda Sigma Honors Fraternity● Pitt Golf Team● Pi Sigma Alpha Honors Society● Persian Table● Kappa Theta Pi- Outreach Chairman, Judicial Chairman ( Aaron Hoke & Ryan

Rosenbaum)● Quidditch Club● Alpha Omega● Habitat for Humanity● Psychology Club● College Republicans● Behavioral Economics● Semper Fi● Pitt Sports Analysis Club● Panther Taekwondo● Make Your Space Mentor● Design Hub Club● Asian Student Alliance- Advocacy Chairman (Albert Tanjaya )● Math Club● Pitt Water Polo● American Chemical Society● Nepalese Student Organization● Pitt Attacks Cancer Together● Design for America- President, Project Manager (Ryan Rosenbaum )

● Arabic Club ● Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity ● President of the Mighty Penguins Student Group (Wyatt Macejka) ● Psi Chi ● College Democrats ● Controlled Chaos Hip Hop Dance Crew ● Pitt Finance Club ● Active Minds ● Pitt Band ● Pitt Engineering Student Council ● Humans of Pitt: Logistics Coordinator ● Pitt Sailing ● Pitt GeoClub ● Honors Geology ● Newman Club ● Black Action Society- Programming Committee ● Political Science Student Association- Vice President (Zechariah Brown) ● Pitt Sangeet: Indian Classical Music Club - Treasurer (Eishan Ashwat) ● William Pitt Student Union Employee ● Alpha Kappa Psi ● Enactus ● Outside the Classroom Curriculum Brand Ambassador ● Pitt Club Handball ● Panther Wrestling Club ● Alpha Pi Mu ● Engineering for a Sustainable World ● IISE

Letters of Recommendation

November 9, 2018 Phi Gamma Delta 1201 Red Mile Road P.O. Box 4599 Lexington, KY 40544-4599 To whom it concerns: It is my honor to recommend the chartering of the Pi Sigma colony of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity on behalf of the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of Pittsburgh. The colony has made its mark within the fraternity and sorority life community since their re-colonization. The colony hosted their first philanthropy event, Tug of War, which raised over $1000 for the American Cancer Society. Last spring, the colony earned first place in Greek Week and Greek Sing which are sought after titles in the community. Winning these titles take collaboration, teamwork, and dedication to a common purpose. Greek Week and Greek Sing are large-scale fundraisers for the University of Pittsburgh’s Children’s Hospital. Not only does have Pi Sigma have leadership within the colony, two of their members serve on the University of Pittsburgh Student Government Board. In January 2018, I started in my role at Pitt and since then have been impressed with the colony and alumni support. The colony has wanted to lead with thoughtfulness and eagerness to do the right thing. The colony has an engaged alumni base who supports the colony in many ways. This alumni support has put them on the track for success compared to other colonies and newer chapters. I have no reservations that Pi Sigma will continue to thrive if and when the fraternity earns their charter. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the Phi Gamma Delta colony at the University of Pittsburgh or my recommendation, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely,

Lexie Elliott Coordinator of Fraternity and Sorority Life

Tim Moriarity BCA President, Pi Sigma Colony

405 Worth Ct Cranberry Twp., PA 16066 [email protected]

412-585-0160

The Archons Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta 1201 Red Mile Road Lexington, KY 40544 Dear Archons: Please accept this correspondence as my unqualified recommendation for the chartering of the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh. As President of the Board of Chapter Advisors, I have had the privilege of working with these young men since the re-colonization efforts began in late 2016, and fully endorse the Colony being granted charter into our great fraternity. Phi Gamma Delta has a deep and rich history at the University of Pittsburgh, proudly recognized as Pitt’s first fraternity dating back to the Sigma Chapter at Western University of Pennsylvania in 1863. Since the departure of Pi Sigma over 20 years ago, graduate brothers have tirelessly worked with the University and International HQ to reestablish a new chapter at our Alma Mater. The journey has been a long one, but we have been adamant that a new Pi Sigma Chapter be as strong as the previous chapter that existed at Pitt for over 75 years. I am happy to report that this group of young men has exceeded our expectations, and I wholeheartedly endorse their petition for Charter. With the recent Delta pledge class, the Colony continues to recruit young men that exhibit outstanding character, academic accolades, and social responsibility. Last spring semester the Colony’s average GPA was 3.0, well above the average GPA for all fraternities. In addition, the Gamma’s pledge class average GPA was 3.18! John Coyle, Colony President, and his fellow board members have been proactive in charting a course for the new Colony, insuring that Phi Gamma Delta’s values of Friendship, Knowledge, Service, Morality, and Excellence are a part of every aspect of their development. Forming a new fraternity in today’s climate is challenging, but the Pi Sigma Colony has successfully established an environment of brotherhood while maintaining social responsibility, a philanthropic conscience, academic achievement and a commitment to community service.

Service to others is an integral part of Pi Sigma’s development. This trait is evidenced by its charity work with American Veterans, the American Cancer Society, and their involvement in Pitt’s Make a Difference Day. The Colony prides itself in its diversity and inclusion for people of different ethnicity, culture, and field of study. Colony Members are members of Student Government Board, Pitt Band, Asian Student Alliance, Black Action Society, Resident Student Association, PSSA, Engineering Student Council, and 2018 Greek Sing 1st Place Champions, among others. Through these accomplishments, I have personally witnessed the growth of many Colonists in leadership skills, personal accountability, and problem solving. On personal note, I am VERY proud to say that my son, Carter Moriarity, is a member of the Delta pledge class, offering even further evidence of my high praise and respect for the Pi Sigma Colony.

It is without reservation that I recommend that the Pi Sigma Colony at The University of Pittsburgh be issued a Charter as a chapter of Phi Gamma Delta. With your consideration of their petition and the additional facts and circumstances surrounding the colony, I hope you also conclude that the Colony is deserving of a charter in the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. I fully support the chartering of the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh. Respectively,

Tim Moriarity University of Pittsburgh, 1988

David F. Wissinger (University of Pittsburgh ’89) 306 Cherry Run Road Ford City, PA 16226

October 29, 2018 Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta 1201 Red Mile Road Lexington, KY 40504 To the Archons, I am writing, with great pride, on behalf of the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh. As a group, they have been making steady progress toward their goal of becoming a duly initiated Chapter in the Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta. This has not been an easy journey but through the tribulations the men in the colony have shown prudence and self-governance, all the while, becoming stronger as a group with a keener focus on the ideals of the Fraternity. They have handled most of their own issues with little or no assistance from myself or other graduates. I have been impressed from the beginning with these young men. Towards the end of their initial recruitment, I attended a retreat, of sorts where they were sharing their personal goals and reasons for wanting to a part of this fledgling colony. Out of their small breakout groups came the same basic answers, to build something different and better than the other Greek Organizations they had been exposed too. I was amazed to hear this common theme coming from men who had basically just met. Their leadership both on campus and within the colony have been outstanding. From Residents Life to Student Government Board and numerous clubs and teams, you can find FIJIs everywhere. The colony has benefited from two fine presidents. As an upper classman, Wyatt Macejka took on the daunting task of alpha class president. Blazing a new trail, he led the colony with courage while managing a high level of stress. John Coyle has done an excellent job since being elected president this spring. His goal-oriented focus and professional conduct has been an asset to the colony and the driving force behind this application for charter. The rest of the officers have provided strong, courageous leadership to the entire membership while all strive to maintain a high GPA, excellent social and philanthropic events and extraordinary community service. In their first time participating in Greek Week, they took first place in Greek Sing, one of its largest events.

I am anxiously awaiting the opportunity to call these young men my brothers. I am confident that they will help to carry on the long tradition of Phi Gamma Delta at the University of Pittsburgh. I am part of that tradition, along with my father, H A Wissinger (Pi Sigma ’52) and my grandfather, Zoner Wissinger (Pi Sigma ’25). I am mighty proud to be a brother of Phi Gamma Delta! Very Fraternally,

David F. Wissinger (Pi Sigma ’89) Purple Legionnaire Perge‘

Date: October 29, 2018 To: Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity

Office of the Archons 1201 Red Mile Road Lexington, KY 40544

From: Bennett T. Wallander, Sr. Subj.: Pi Sigma Colony/University of Pittsburgh Re-Chartering Recommendation Brothers, I whole-heartedly recommend the Pi Sigma Colony at the University of Pittsburgh be granted the right to re-charter! I have had the opportunity to observe and work with the new colony brothers, and I am extremely impressed with them individually and as a group. I believe they will greatly contribute to PITT and Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. My endorsement of these men is based on several factors. These are a bunch of very bright men with outstanding academic performance. During my days as an undergraduate, Pi Sigma was proud to be a diverse chapter with brothers of various socio-economic, racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. The Pi Sigma colony has continued this tradition with an accepting culture of brotherhood. The history of Pi Sigma at PITT dates back to the original Sigma Chapter at Western University of Pennsylvania in 1863. In 1916, under the guidance of brother Samuel Black McCormick (Alpha 1880), who was Chancellor of the University of Pittsburgh, Sigma Chapter was re-chartered as Pi Sigma. We have had over 1600 brothers initiated into Phi Gamma Delta through our chapter – with numerous families having multiple members. FIJI Families such as the Walters, Scotts, Sheppards, Wissingers, Jennings, Uminskis… even my own. (There are too many to list in this letter!) Within the Pi Sigma colony, we already have Kyle Jennings, Wesley Keck, and Carter Moriarity following in their fathers’ FIJI footsteps! If granted, the new Pi Sigma chapter will be different from the old chapter we lost in 1998. We no longer have the chapter house, and the world has certainly changed in the last 20 years. The Pi Sigma graduates are committed to helping the new brothers to carry on the finest of Phi Gamma Delta’s traditions – with a keen eye on not re-introducing or repeating the less desirable ones of the old chapter. As president of the Pi Sigma Association, I am tasked with developing our future “housing” plan if we are granted a re-chartering. I cannot proceed with the University of Pittsburgh until our colony is officially chartered.

Phi Gamma Delta has been one the most powerful influences on my life. I hope and pray that the Pi Sigma colony brothers will be given the opportunity to have the same experience! Fraternally,

Bennett T. Wallander, Sr. President – Pi Sigma Association President (2000-2004) – Omicron (Pittsburgh) Graduate Chapter President (1984) Pi Sigma Chapter

☆ The crest on this document is from the letterhead of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity’s Headquarters when it was located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania prior to the adoption of the current crest.

Appendix

FIJI Tug of War:

Kappa Delta with Brothers Aaron and Antonio after their victory FIJI Social Media Challenge:

Beautiful picture of Alpha Delta Pi with the FIJI flag, one of the participating sororities.

FIJI Clothing Drive: FIJI supports Tree of Life:

12 bags of clothes donated within FIJI sold cinematic photos of the Cathedral of Learning one week, for veterans & Heinz Chapel to raise money for Tree of Life FIJI’s at Pitt Dance Marathon: Alpha Delta Pi’s Diamond Heist:

FIJI & friends representing the kids from CMN FIJI Brothers after their big win

Children's Hospital

Gamma Class Initiation Ceremony

Gamma Class, proud to be colony brothers, poses with their new brothers The BCA - Cabinet Meeting

The last meeting before the new (and current) cabinet was put in place.

Greek Sing & Greek Week PITT Fall Convocation 2018

1st in Greek Sing, 2nd in FIJI Welcomes the Incoming Freshmen IFC Greek Week

Ekklesia 2018: Dallas, TX

Brothers John, Wes, and Alec with Bill Martin

Ed Graf 80th Birthday FIJI Open 2018

Honoring Ed Graf, Pi Sigma Undergraduate FIJI’s with the Omicron Graduates 1960 with his Gold Owl

Pittsburgh ⇨⇨ Dallas Ben Wallander (1984) John Coyle Alec Mertz Wesley Keck (left to right)

FIJI FALL RECRUITMENT: Box Seats at Pitt vs Georgia Tech Brothers and Potential New Members link arms to sing “Sweet Caroline” during the football game, a University of Pittsburgh Tradition