Brotherhood at Dodgers Stadium

Thanks to Brother Wecksell for this story- we're sorry we couldn't have posted this one sooner!

On May 18, Mike "The Miz" Mizanin (Gamma Kappa/Miami OH 2003) threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodgers Stadium as the Los Angeles Dodgers took on the San Francisco Giants. Knowing the former WWE champion would be in attendance, Comedian Evan Wecksell (Epsilon Theta/Tufts 2001) caught Brother Miz's attention by bringing a Theta Chi t-shirt. After the pre-game festivities, Brother Miz then initiated the Grip and briefly talked Theta Chi with Brother Wecksell as both posed proudly with their letters.

A Gamma Rho publishes his first novel

Brother Patrick Griffith (Gamma Rho/Florida State 2008) has recently published his first novel. It is currently for sale on Amazon, and will soon be out with a paper copy. The novel is titled "The Search for Artemis (the Chronicles of Landon Wicker)."

You can find the book on Amazon by clicking here.

Theta Omega brother requests support

Last week, the International Headquarters received a letter from Chris Kolhmeir (Theta Omega/Appalachian State 2011), who explained that he is currently attending Officer Candidates School for the U.S. Marine Corps. in Quantico, VA. He asked that we share his note below (portions have been edited for grammar and spelling):

"Dear brothers:

My name is Chris Kohlmeir. I am a brother from Theta Omega Chapter, Appalachian State. I am at Officer Candidates School for the Marine Corps., and I would love for everyone and anyone to send me letters to help me motivated! It would be greatly appreciated. My address is:

Cand. Kolhmeir 8124

4th Platoon, Echo Co.

2189 Elrod Ave.

Officer Candidates School

Quantico, VA 22134-5033

Thank you very much and wish me luck!"

If you'd like to send Brother Kolhmeir a letter of encourage, he would greatly appreciate it. And, thank you, Brother Kohlmeir, for your dedication and hard work. Good luck!

Alpha Rho raises $13,000 for Kyle Charvat Foundation

Alpha Rho brothers at the University of Washington raised $13,000 to benefit those in need of assistance with cancer treatments.

On Thursday, May 19, the 4th Annual Kyle Charvat Foundation Golf Tournament kicked off at the Golf Club at Newcastle, just outside Seattle. More than 80 players participated, and 100 percent of the proceeds went straight to "helping young adults battling life-threatening cancer in our community," according to a press release following the event.

The Kyle Charvat Foundation is named in memory of Brother Kyle Charvat (Alpha Rho/Washington 2006), who was discovered to have a brain tumor the size of a golf ball during his freshman year. Despite treatment, the tumor remained. An opportunity to try an experimental treatment was suggested, but his medical insurance refused to cover the cost. So, his chapter brothers teamed up and raised the $100,000 needed on their own. Although Kyle passed away in January of his senior year, his fraternity brothers' helping hand allowed him to enjoy a quality of life that many felt would have been impossible otherwise.

According to their website, the Kyle Charvat Foundation has been able to provide financial assistance to seven individuals facing challenges similar to Brother Charvat's.

Rho Wins Big at Illinois

The brothers of Rho Chapter at the University of Illinois recently announced that they received three awards at the recent Greek Oscars-- Illinois' annual Greek awards ceremony. They were recognized in the following areas during 2010:

• First Place- Outstanding Risk Management
• First Place- Outstanding New Member Education
• Second Place- Outstanding Internal Operations

Additionally, Brian Kelinson (2012) was awarded the 1872 Legacy Scholarship, given to just two underclassmen who "exhibit involvement in the Greek community, high academics, and community involvement."

Lastly, Andrew Hughes (2012) received the first place award for Outstanding President, recognizing him as the best president of all fraternities at the University of Illinois.

The University of Illinois is home to a staggering 47 IFC fraternities.

You can read more about Rho Chapter in the upcoming spring 2011 edition of The Rattle. Check your e-mail for the digital edition soon. Great job, Rho!

Epsilon Kappa Among Idaho's Best

Epsilon Kappa Chapter at the University of Idaho is proud to announce that it placed 2nd in this year's Greek Week competition.

They were also named recipients of the Richard D. Gibb Award for Chapter Excellence. Applicants for the Gibb Award are evaluated on performance in nine categories, including chapter management, alumni relations, recruitment, scholarship and campus participation.

Gamma Deltas leave a mark in Scotland

While studying abroad, brothers from Gamma Delta/Florida Southern recently hiked to the top of Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano in Scotland. When they got to the top, brothers Scott Johnson (2012), Billy Smith (2013), and Kevin Parker (2012) noticed that previous visitors would leave their mark at the peak by rearranging the volcanic lying around nearby. The brothers decided to follow suit.

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