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February 13, 2007

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This Month >>
  • A Valentines Day Message from our Phi Alpha CXXXI
  • Special - A Zete Abroad, Andy Webb in the Former USSR
  • Executive Directors message: Manage the Risk
  • Scholarship Deadline, Upcoming LTI's & Alumni Events
  • Update - Zeta Psi Lobbies for CHIA!
  • Beta Sigma Chapter Chartered at Univ. of Georgia
  • LAST CHANCE - Wall Street Scholars Applications Due 2/16
  • Washington Scholars Paid Summer 07 Applications Due MAR. 1
  • Who Recruited you: Alan Levinson, Beta Tau '90
  • New Star Points Website & Awards!
  • Phi's Profile: Thomas Hranac, Omicron/Nebraska Wesleyan '08
  • Alumni Profile: Curt Worsey, Tau Gamma/Purdue '80
  • Thanks to Matt Pirkowski - UpZete's Past Profile Writer

  • Special - A Zete Abroad, Andy Webb in the Former USSR
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    Depending on who you ask, there are seven Central Asian whose names end in 'stan'. These remain some of the most war-torn, dictator-ruled, inaccessible destinations on earth and for that reason remain largely off the radar of most Westerners. I recently returned from an eight month stint living and working in two of these, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, and was asked to write up my experiences for the UpZete.

    I was based out of Bishkek, the Kyrgyz capital of roughly one million people, located virtually on top of the Tien Shan mountain range. I was working there as a researcher for an NGO, which is building universities across three former Soviet states in remote, mountainous locations.

    There are a few impressions from my time there that will stick with me forever. For example, right or wrong, Central Asians remember the cold war and the Soviet empire in a way very different than we do in the West. Five of the Stans, including the two I was in, were conquered by the Bolsheviks in the 1920s and thereafter incorporated into the USSR until it’s dissolution in the early 1990s. There are many in this part of the world who remember the Soviet Union as time of strength and prosperity, and of course the facts don’t bear this out, but this group comprises mostly an older generation whose formative years were spent in the very controlled Soviet education system which followed the Stalinist purges. These are also the individuals most affected by the rampant poverty in this part of the world.

    The mention of Third World poverty tends to evoke images of ravaged African states, but there are other versions of this story, and I was witness to much of it in Kyrgyzstan, which is one of the poorest countries on earth. On every street corner in the city you see “babushkas,” the Russian term for grandmotherly women, begging for one-Som notes (the equivalent of about two cents). The elderly in the former Soviet periphery worked for decades under the promise of a Soviet pension, which evaporated with the USSR itself.

    I should also note that I have a new respect for foreign correspondents that go into the hot spots. I tried to snap off a few photos during a political riot in Bishkek and was rewarded with tear gas and noise grenades.

    For the better part of my time, I was anchored to the city, either Bishkek or Almaty (which is a great city by the way), but I did on occasion get out into the mountains and countryside villages. As large as the culture shock was for me, moving from Canada to Central Asia, there was an even greater disparity between city and country life in Central Asia. In a lot of cases, especially in the summer, the locals continue to live a pastoral life very similar to that lived by their forefather a hundred years ago. They live mainly off the land, they raise and sell sheep, and entire families live in Yurts, which are not that unlike Tepees (see photo). The main intrusion of civilization into the Central Asian pastoral life is vodka, which is everywhere, and is drunk by men with everything. When I was up on a mountain plateau pasture, we had vodka with every meal, and a full bottle each time! Once you open a bottle of vodka in this part of the world, you never re-cap it. To cut the vodka, they also drink a lot of “kumiss”, which is fermented mare’s milk. It tastes a lot like you're drinking strong cheese.

    I should say, before I sign off, that in an indirect way I really have the Washington Scholars program, and thus Admiral Carey, to thank for my ending up there. My summer in DC was life-changing, and set me on a an entirely new path, which led to grad school, my stint in Central Asia, and eventually to my current job at the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs in Ottawa.

    If anyone has any questions about my time abroad or what I’m doing these days, don’t hesitate to get in touch!


    Executive Directors message: Manage the Risk
    Hunter

    All of you know that risk management is a huge issue in the fraternity world. Some feel we talk about it too much, but the fact is we don’t talk about it enough. Fraternities have proven to be risky operations in the insurance world. The fact is fraternities are the fourth riskiest entities to insure behind toxic waste clean-up, asbestos removal, and traveling carnivals. While we can be pleased that at least we beat the Carnies, that we are even in the top ten is ridiculous. Insurance companies base risk (and thus insurance availability and premiums) on the number of incidents and potential and actual pay- outs. Fraternities have reached the rarified ranking of number four because we have too many costly incidents.

    The sad thing about incidents in the fraternity world is that many are easily avoided if common sense could actually be common. The fact is, most incidents involving fraternities come from bad decisions, not unavoidable circumstances.

    We Zetes pay a pretty large individual premium for our liability insurance. The premium is high because of the many incidents in the fraternity world and because Zeta Psi has more than its equivalent share of claims for a fraternity of our size. We can reduce premium by doing two simple things – following our Risk Management Policy and using common sense!

    What is “risk management?” Simple – it’s “managing your risk.” We all acknowledge that college students engage in risky behavior from time to time. The best way to limit risk is to have you sit in your room and never do anything. That not being practical, we need to identify where risk comes from and see what we can do to reduce it. Our Risk Management Policy derives from proven methods of reducing risk!

    If every chapter follows the Zeta Psi Risk Management Policy and uses basic common sense we will reduce harmful and costly incidents, our insurance premiums will go down, and we’ll be a better fraternity. It’s all in our hands.


    Scholarship Deadline, Upcoming LTI's & Alumni Events
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    THE DEADLINE FOR ZETA PSI EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS IS HERE - THIS FRIDAY, 2/16/07, AT MIDNIGHT. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS INCREDIBLE RESOURCE FOR OUR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS! Click on the badge to go to the applications page on our Website.

    SPRING LTI CONFERENCES

    • Saturday, 02/17/07 - Kirby Foundation LTI at Tau/Lafayette
    • Saturday, 03/24/07 - Midwestern LTI at Nu/Case Western
    Email Dan Backer for more details

    Upcoming Regional Alumni Events! Save the date for these upcoming events in your area, more details to be announced soon!

    • Feb. 28 (Wed) - Dallas, TX. 6-8 PM Happy Hour at Cool River
    • Mar. 1 (Thurs) - Houston, TX. 6-8 PM Happy Hour at Chammps
    • DATE CHANGE - March 15th (Sat) - Los Angeles, CA - DETAILS TBA soon on the website
    And coming soon, details on our Annual Founder's Day Weekend (June 2 - 4) events in several major cities (Including New York & Boston!)


    Update - Zeta Psi Lobbies for CHIA!

    In recent months there have been nearly half a dozen fires at fraternity houses - destroying properties and taking the lives of students. Zeta Psi has been fortunate that none of those fires was at one of our houses and that no Zete's have been hurt. YET.

    LAST MONTH, we told you about the Fraternal Caucus and GREEKPAC, and their efforts to lobby congress to change the discriminatory tax laws that are directly limiting our – and every fraternity’s - ability to install this vital, life saving equipment. Our goal is passage of the Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act (CHIA), which will allow tax- deductible gifts and assets to be used towards critical fire-safety improvements for our student housing.

    THIS MONTH, we want to highlight what we’re already doing as part of these efforts to make a difference and SAVE LIVES! First, several Zete Undergrads are participating in the annual North- American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) Lobbying program on capital hill this April 15 – 18. Undergraduate leaders from nearly every Fraternity and Sorority, along with their alumni leadership, will be directly lobby congress on behalf of the CHIA. Armed with intensive training from the NIC, these lobbyists – including several Zetes, will help increase support of this vital legislation. As an added benefit, the Zete undergrad lobbyists will join in a DC Elders Lawyers and Lobbyists Luncheon at the end of the program.

    In addition to being ‘on the ground’, Zetes also make up a big portion of the organizing committee for the Fraternal Caucus, and through the huge ‘inside the beltway’ presence of the Washington Scholars, Zeta Psi continues to be one of the leaders in this fight. Stay tuned for more information on this effort in the UpZete!

    WHAT CAN YOU DO? Please take a moment to register at the fraternal caucus website (by clicking below) and use the website to send three letters from your desktop to your Senators and Member of Congress. This quick and easy effort on your part helps us demonstrate the NATION-WIDE support for this effort. It takes 5 minutes of your time but can help save a life!


    Beta Sigma Chapter Chartered at Univ. of Georgia
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    On January 20, 2007, Zeta Psi added its latest member of our Circle – the Beta Sigma Chapter at the University of Georgia. Atlanta hosted the Installation Banquet with 31 members of the new chapter in attendance along with both the Zeta Psi Executive Committee and Zeta Psi Foundation Board of Trustees, the headquarters staff, and guests. Executive Director Dave Hunter spoke of what it means to be a Zete and the chapter Phi, Austin Carson, made comments on behalf of the chapter. Phi Alpha Greg McElroy gave a heartfelt history of Zeta Psi in the Southern United States and then called all of the new brothers from Georgia forward for the presentation of the Beta Sigma Charter. Zeta Psi is back in Georgia for the first time since 1865!


    LAST CHANCE - Wall Street Scholars Applications Due 2/16

    The Wall Street Scholars have secured several prestige internships for Summer 2007 in the New York City Metro area. The WSS program mirrors the successful Washington Scholar program with a focus on private enterprise, and is looking for motivated Zetes with an interest in a future career in business, finance, communications, marketing, and new technology. Those chosen will be provided with a scholarship stipend and housing during their internship, while securing valuable real world experience under the tutelage of fellow Zetes. Supplementary networking opportunities will be arranged to complement the challenging day to day experiences of these private sector internships.

    The Independent Film Channel (IFC) (New York, NY)
    Depending upon his abilities, an intern at IFC will have an opportunity to gain firsthand experience in programming, marketing, or organizing a film festival at a fast paced multimedia programming network. The work is intense and the office is fun. An ideal candidate will be entering at least their Junior Year, with a strong focus on Business, Multimedia, Communications, Marketing, or Film. Applicants must also be exceptional academically. Internships are individually designed based upon the strengths/aptitude of the individual intern, possibly overseeing and being responsible for special projects.

    Sibtech, Inc. (Newington, CT)
    Applicants should have be entering at least their Junior year and have a working knowledge of biology and/or biotechnology. Potential interns can expect to spend the vast majority of their time in the lab completing valuable research and achieving a foundation for a career in biotechnology, including publication in a major scientific journal, while receiving direct mentorship.

    Live Technology (Purchase, NY)
    Great internship opportunity at a dynamic, growth company. Work with COO and Business Development Team to support the company’s sales, operations and account management with clients such as DaimlerChrysler, Acura, Cingular, Motorola, General Motors, Bank of America and AIG. Seeking enthusiastic, self-starter with strong interest in business and marketing. Must be able to deliver on targets, think on their feet and have strong communications skills. You will be given real responsibilities and gain on-your-feet learning and hands-on experience!

    AICPA (New York, NY) The ideal candidate should be entering at least his Junior year and should have an interest in the management of a large association. The intern will serve in the Communications and Public Relations Department and perform a variety of tasks to promote public awareness and confidence in the integrity, objectivity, competence and professionalism of CPAs. Communications, Marketing and Business majors will be given preference. Candidates do not need to be accounting majors.

    Hedge Fund (Rowayton, CT)
    This is an exciting internship opportunity at a large hedge fund in Norwalk, Connecticut. Firm trades a wide variety of absolute return-oriented discretionary and quantitative investment strategies including: global macro, portable alpha, short-term trading, energy, fixed equity, and equity. Firm maintains approximately 5 billion in assets under management including an excess of 1 billion in proprietary capital. Internship will include learning cash management strategies, global investment strategies, trade reconciliation, and other day-to- day operations of a hedge fund. Applicants should have be entering at least their Junior year with a general background in business or finance.

    Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Adam Zandan by clicking on the below link.


    Washington Scholars Paid Summer 07 Applications Due MAR. 1
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    The Washington Scholars program has been in place now for over 7 years, and is going stronger than ever. Our Spring class is well underway and doing a great job at their respective internships, the Heritage Foundation, House Sergeant At Arms, and Susan Davis International. A list of possible internships will be coming out soon, but chances are if you have a desire in a certain field, we have an internship that is right for you.

    The service that the Washington Scholars Fellowship Program provides to undergrads and recent grads alike is the exact reason most of us went to school in the first place, to find a good career of meaningful work that pays well. We have had a 100% success rate of permanent job placement offers for all of our 65 graduates of the program. The opportunities provided aren’t limited to the chance of a lifetime exposure you receive through our extensive network of brothers in the nation’s capitol. We are also heavily involved in the National Debutante Cotillion, provide television and public speaking training, as well as offer the chance to explore the unique educational prospects Washington has to offer.


    Who Recruited you: Alan Levinson, Beta Tau '90
    Alan Levinson

    Going to Tulane University in New Orleans in 1986 was a fantastic adventure for me. I arrived in my new city, wide eyed at all the sights and sounds of Bourbon Street and the French Quarter.

    My father was an AEPi member during his college years, and during Rush week I checked out that house, but did not feel the same friendship or camaraderie that was immediately apparent on the steps of the Zete house at 716 Broadway.

    Other Zetes (Brother Ed Sitts, and Eric "Rabbit" Evans) have mentioned the diversity and genuine friendship in their stories, and that was very true for me.

    It was only after attending several of the Zete Rush events that week that I found 2 friends I was "supposed" to meet on campus: Bill Joy, my eventual Big Brother, is a family friend of one of my high school friends back home in Maryland. David Osofsky, my eventual Pledge Brother, and his family know my grandparents living in Jacksonville, FL. Prior to leaving for New Orleans I must admit I did not even write down the names of the "family friends" thinking it would be inconvenient or improbable that I would meet them on campus, let alone become lifelong friends and Brothers.

    Now it is 20+ years later, and I still have fond memories of my college days as a Zete. The pictures posted on the Beta Tau web site from recent years may show new faces, but the parties and good times depicted are a constant.

    That's my story, and I'm sticking to it!

    In Tau Kappa Phi, Alan "Big Cheese" Levinson, Beta Tau, 1990
    CLICK HERE to email ALAN at Alanz@nc.rr.com


    New Star Points Website & Awards!
    Starpoints

    The Zeta Psi Star Points program has launched its website at www.zetapsi.org/starpoints, and all Zete brothers are encouraged to visit. The same webpage can also be accessed from the www.zetapsi.org homepage under “service”. The page gives information on Star Points, as well as contact information for members of the Star Points committee, tips for beginning Star Point as an individual and as a chapter, and access to the undergraduate manual. The program is designed to improve upon the Zete experience and to help spur personal growth throughout an active’s undergraduate career, preparing him for the real world.

    Over the next few weeks, the first Star Points pins for levels two to five will be awarded, along with certificates for levels one to five. Each brother achieving the full status of one of the points as described in the manual will be able to wear the respective pin of his current level at all formal Zeta Psi functions including LTI and our International Convention, as our ritual and tradition allow. For more information on the pins, or to find out how to receive one that you or a fellow brother has earned, contact your Star Points Committee Regional Representative or visit the Star Points webpage.

    The best attitude that a chapter or brother can take is to learn about Star Points by doing with a focus on what can be accomplished “now”. Many actives will be happy to find that they have already completed most of the requirements for the first few points, and can get credit for them right away. Star Points Committee Regional Representatives are available for more personal guidance in how to fit Star Points into a particular chapter or into one’s personal undergraduate experience.

    Certainly there is a lot to gain from Star Points, and the Star Points Committee is dedicated to making the program a success.


    Phi's Profile: Thomas Hranac, Omicron/Nebraska Wesleyan '08
    Thomas Hranac

    Profile by Rob Trombley, Xi/Michigan '05

    Thomas Hranac, Omicron ’08, phi of the Omicron chapter has done an excellent job leading his chapter this year. During the fall semester the Omicron had outstanding recruitment, initiating 19 new brothers. They had many great recruitment events including a pig roast, a poker tournament, a dodge ball tournament, and an awesome event known as Zete- golf. Zete-golf has 18 holes marked by an x and played with wiffle balls. They generally pair up into groups of 4 mixing brothers and potential recruits, allowing recruits and brothers to get to know each other. Thomas believes that the recruitment training sessions that Omicron alumni participated in were pivotal to their success during recruitment. Upcoming events for their winter recruitment include attending a hockey game and laser tag.

    Thomas was also recently involved in the reactivation of the Lambda Psi chapter at the University of Wisconsin. He and 13 other brothers from the Omicron spent a weekend in Madison initiating 8 new brothers into the bonds of Zeta Psi fellowship. He said that it was a great experience for many of the newly initiated brothers who were able to participate in the reactivation.

    This year the convention hosted by the Omicron will be held in Lincoln, Nebraska. While some may not be drawn by a convention in a small town, all who attended the last convention there said it was one of best. Zetes literally take the town over, and it is impossible to walk down the street without running into another brother. Thomas and the Omicron alumni have been working hard to make the ’07 Convention the best ever.


    Alumni Profile: Curt Worsey, Tau Gamma/Purdue '80
    Worsey

    Profile by John Herzog, Alpha Epsilon/Illinois '07

    Zeta Psi is committed to producing some of the most motivated, intelligent, and well rounded college graduates on the continent. When describing the accomplishments of board member Curt Worsey, this is an understatement. Curt has shown a high level of success in his professional career, and his involvement with Zeta Psi over the past 26 years.

    Upon graduating from college, Curt began working for a business and IT consulting firm now known as Accenture. Due to his attention to detail and organization, Curt quickly climbed the corporate ladder. In just eleven years, he became a partner of the company. Curt said he enjoyed his time with Accenture, and held his position until 2003.

    During Curt's tenure, Accenture experienced tremendous growth. When he began working there in 1980, Accenture was a local company in California. Today, Accenture has offices in 49 different countries. They are well known and respected for their technology and outsourcing capabilities worldwide.

    Curt left Accenture after Twenty-three years and has been enjoying his retirement. In addition to leisure activities, Curt says that he likes finding struggling businesses, and putting them back on the right track.

    In part, Curt contributes his success in the work place to his membership in Zeta Psi. Curt joined the Tau Gamma chapter during his sophomore year at Purdue University. When asked about his time as an active member, he explains that it helped him learn how to be accountable for his actions. "I think it gives you a sense of responsibility," he said. "A fraternity is similar to a business. Everybody's got to pull their weight. You have to recruit new guys, pay your bills on time, and socialize with the members to maintain brotherhood. I feel that these are skills you don't get just hanging out at the dorms." he said.

    While Curt was learning skills that benefited him later in life, he was also enjoying his time at the Tau Gamma chapter. "I made some of my best friends through the fraternity." he said. "I had a few stand up in my wedding, and I still keep in contact with them as much as possible."

    Today, Zeta Psi continues to play a significant roll in Curt's life. He has been a board member for three years. He is also the chairman of the strategic committee. The purpose of this committee is to insure that incoming money is used to educate current and future members of the fraternity. This is accomplished by offering several scholarships, as well as funding LTIs for brothers across the nation.

    Curt is also aware of current events at the Purdue chapter. He expressed his enthusiasm about getting a new house for their members soon. He also wants to make sure that the Purdue chapter recruits well and remains strong, just as it was during his college career.

    Clearly, Curt Worsey is incredibly successful. He has a model work ethic and his devotion to his endeavors is second to none. Thanks to his current contributions to the education board and the Tau gamma chapter, he is insuring that a future generation of Zetes will experience similar good fortune.


    Thanks to Matt Pirkowski - UpZete's Past Profile Writer
    Pirko and Buffett

    A special note of thanks to Matt Pirkowski, Eta/Yale '07 who wrote most of our active & elder profiles last year. Matt (pictured here with the Oracle of Omaha himself, Warren Buffett) was also the first ever Wall Street Scholar and past Phi of the Eta chapter. As he focuses on graduation, we wish him the best, and thank him for all his hard work!


    ZETE TIES - Start 2007 in high fashion!
    Zete Ties
    A snazzy addition to your Zete wardrobe, these classic Vineyard Vines ties are still available through IHQ. Available in Red, Gold, and Navy - LIMITED SUPPLY so order soon!

    Get your Zete Tie today!


    Zeta Psi eFundraising Mall - Take care of that last minute Valentines gift!
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    ESCAPE TO OR FROM THE COLD! Save time and money and expand your options using the Zeta Psi eFundraising Mall to buy plan a winter vacation. Sun or ski -take your pick. You buy online already, it won’t cost you more and you get the benefit of knowing that every purchase contributes back to Zeta Psi's Fraternity Endowment, and coming very soon to each chapter as well!

    This month’s featured vendors are:

    • Carnival Cruise Lines – find the perfect escape aboard one of 21 ships of the world's largest cruise line or other great locations and earn 1.5% for our worthy cause.
    • CheapCaribbean.com – nothing soothes winter blues or brings a family together like a Caribbean beach, book now and earn 2.5% while you enjoy it.
    • Priceline – one of the best known sites for wide choices, low prices and ease of use, travel anywhere in the world and earn 1% for Zeta Psi.
    • gtahotels.com – deeply discounted accommodations at over 5.000 hotels in over 450 cities in 39 countries across Europe, the Middle East, & the Pacific Rim and earn 4% while you relax.

    • And for that last minute Valentines Gift – There are over 50 special Vendors at the e-Mall offering great last minute deals! Shop today before it's too late!

    Sparhawk Corporation, the Zete-owned business that built and maintains the Mall, is at the cutting edge of the fundraising world. All it takes is 2 extra clicks to get to your favorite eRetailers through our Mall, AND YOU’LL BE HELPING ZETA PSI CONTINUE TO SUCCEED!

    SHOP TODAY!


    A Valentines Day Message from our Phi Alpha CXXXI
    McElroy Phi Alpha

    At the request of our ubiquitous UpZete Editor, Dan Backer, I will address the theme of love on this holiday. In that context, I will address four common expressions of love: familial, carnal, tough and brotherly.

    Familial love is what we are all born into and the type of love over which we have little or no control. The love that each of us has as sons of parents knows no limits, as the life that was given to us on this planet would not have been possible without the union of our fathers and mothers. Many of us also experienced the love of our bothers and sisters in our families, as well as many of our other relatives. The bonds of familial love are strong and real—from crib to grave for most of us—but can also be divisive and even become cause for much strife and the flip side of love, which of course of is hatred. Hopefully, that flip side is rare.

    Carnal love, the kind most commonly viewed as embodying what we are conditioned to believe is “Love” by Madison Avenue and the creators of Valentine’s Day, is physical love. It is in this context that the term “making love” was conceived. When one is fortunate enough, like I have been, to find that perfect match within one’s life quest, carnal love can and often does develop into an emotional bond between two human beings that is stronger than any other love relationship that can exist, one that can also be characterized as “True Love”. It is my hope that many of you reading this enjoy that special kind of love in your lives.

    Tough love is a tricky one. It typically requires the giver of love to create an adversarial set of rules or circumstances directed to receiver of that type of love. Animosity then can result, often turning into hatred. This type of love most often manifests itself between parents and children, as when parents withhold privileges from their children for transgressions, possibly even forced removal from the family unit for more egregious acts. But those sanctions can and often are removed when or if the transgressor shows that he or she can conform to acceptable standards of behavior. Tough love also happens at the fraternity chapter level when a member is incapable or unwilling to adhere to rules, regulations and propriety of his fraternity chapter, and he is asked to leave the chapter or have his membership taken away.

    And there is brotherly love, the kind that fraternity membership can and should be. It is that love which is expressed in our rituals, practices, our motto and in real fact when this experiment of fraternity brotherhood is done right, as should always be the case. This kind of love is not of course the same as “being in love”, as that is the purview of Valentine’s Day themes. But few of us who have had the privilege of true brotherly love can doubt that that we have in fact loved our fellow Zete Brothers. Witness the part that fraternity brothers play in the turning points of one’s life: weddings, family celebrations and funerals. I have been fortunate enough to have loved many Zete brothers during my nearly forty years since I was initiated—not only from my own Phi Chapter, but from so many other chapters throughout the USA and Canada. To many of these Zetes, I have said the words “I love you” without embarrassment, because brotherly love is every bit as important to me and others as those I have listed above, though different from the love of my wife and children, as well as the many relatives within my immediate family.

    At this year’s Valentine’s Day, allow me to express my brotherly love to all those who, like me, have been fortunate enough to experience loving relationships through their lives, both personally and through our Zeta Psi fellowship. But to those who haven’t yet purchased Valentine’s Day cards, flowers or candy, or other expressions to those with whom you are “in love”: get it done; the clock is ticking!

    In the bonds of brotherly love in Tau Kappa Phi,

    Greg McElroy, Phi Alpha CXXXI

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