Homecoming 2010, Annual Alumni Meeting

The annual meeting of the Iota Alumni Association will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at the Kappa Sigma House. We encourage all active and alumni brothers to attend. Here’s the Full Weekend Schedule: [Invitation for Iota Friends & Brothers] [SU Official Schedule] Saturday, November 6th: 10 a.m.: Coffee & Donuts 11 a.m.: …

The Wake for Bruce

Join friends and fraternity brothers for a final festive good-bye to our dear friend Bruce W. Barrick. This event will be: Saturday October 23,2010 4:00 PM – we run out of stories ARTZ RIB HOUSE 2330 South Lamar (close to Hwy. 71) (512) 442-8283 Information: Erik Harpst (281) 433-3198 Update 10/17: We are trying to get a …

Joe Dowdy Frazer

We received word over the weekend from Brother Roger Davidson about the passing of Brother Frazer. From Brother Davidson: “He was in school at the same time I was. He was on the football team, a good Kappa Sigma….attended homecoming in 2008.” Our condolences go out to all of the family and friends of Brother …

Alumni Dues for 2010

Brothers, In an effort to cut costs for the Alumni Association of Iota, we are sending your invoice for the 2010 Alumni dues electronically. In the past three years since I took over fundraising for the chapter, I have gotten the actual mailing with stamps down to 100 brothers from 500. If you have not …

Alan Haworth Named to Elite List of Dallas Area Wealth Managers

Texas Monthly contacted a business services provider for their annual survey of financial advisors, who asked over 100,000 high net worth consumers and financial services professionals to evaluate wealth managers in the Dallas area. The final list was vetted down to a small group. Alan Haworth was selected in the Investments section of the 2010 …

On the Passing of our Brother Bruce W. Barrick

Bruce’s service will now be at University Methodist Church, Brother Chuck Merrill’s church. In case you are unaware, Brother Merrill was a longtime pastor at this church and a huge supporter of Iota and all it stands for. Chuck passed away a few years ago, and after his death, Bruce began an SU scholarship fund in Chuck’s name.

Austin: Thursday July 22nd 10:00 am University Methodist Church on Guadalupe
Houston: Saturday July 24th 10:00 am George H. Lewis and Sons Funeral Home
The only possible change with the Houston date would be a time change from 10:00
to 9:00 am.We should have final updates by Monday.

Alumni Weekend 2010 Schedule

UPDATE: 4/9 5:34pm Central See link below for directions to softball field. When you arrive at the house, please register at the registration table where we will take your name, contact information, and $10 weekend contribution. Friday April 9th – Registration table opens on front porch @ 8:00 pm – Friday evening there will be …

Starting a family, AA Crenshaw looks to pass the torch

In an email to Iota alumni this week, Brother Marshal Crenshaw announced the very happy and welcome news that he and his wonderful wife Molly are expecting their first child later this year. After six years of service in the capacity of Alumni Advisor for Iota Chapter, Marshal also announced his intention to step down …

Actives Support Peace Conference, Continue Rob Atkinson’s Legacy

Guest post by Brother Martin Fergus: Dear Kappa Sigma Friends & Brothers, I am proud to announce that the 2010 National Student Peace Alliance Conference will be held at Southwestern University on February 26-28. This conference will focus on evidence-based programs that are effectively reducing and preventing violence both at an international and domestic level. …

Seeking freelance web designer

Dear Brothers, I am looking for a freelance web designer to talk about a new business and a contract to build a website. I have the plan, just need a professional website. If you are interested, please contact me any time. AEKDB David McClellan dwmcclellan@hotmail.com 512-680-3282

A new collection of short stories by Alan Haworth

Returning with his second book, Iota alumnus and Alumni Association Executive Committee member Alan Haworth recently published “Hitchhiking in Boston and Other Stories.”  The book is available for purchase at www.stankygroovepress.com. From the author’s site: Alan Haworth returns with a collection of fiction short stories – most of them set in Boston. "Hitchhiking in Boston" …

Homecoming Schedule of Events

Southwestern’s Homecoming & Reunion Weekend will take place over the weekend of November 6-8. As we do each year, the Iota Chapter will host several events for returning alumni and guests. Here’s a run down of the weekend’s schedule: Saturday Nov. 7: Active/Alumni meeting 3pm Open house at Sigma 4pm Kappa Sigma Reception at the  …

Iota Shines at Biennial Grand Conclave

Brothers, I am happy to report to you that your delegates at the 67th Grand Conclave had a great experience. I am so proud of our active brothers Lance Turri and John Burden for their enthusiastic participation in this important event. As our delegates they represented our order with honor and that distinct style that …

Iota Alumni News: Spring 2009

Volume 2: Issue 1 – Spring 2009 Feature stories Alumni Weekend 2009, March 27-29 Taking place over the weekend of March 27-29, the advanced planning for Alumni Weekend 2009 is in full effect. Come join us at 1 PM on Saturday for the Alumni/Active meeting and learn the latest news on active chapter achievements, alumni …

Iota Chapter joins Fisher House project

As reported in The Caduceus of Kappa Sigma (Special Edition 2009), “In the spring of 2008, the Supreme Executive Committee of Kappa Sigma Fraternity unanimously approved the Kappa Sigma named, Fisher House project.” The Fisher House program is a private-public partnership that supports America’s military in their time of need… The Fisher House Foundation has …

Report from the Lone Star Conclave

The Lone Star Multi-District Conclave 2009 took place this weekend, February 20-21, on the campus of the University of Texas at Dallas located in Richardson, Texas. Representing the active chapter were Andrew Ivy (GP), Martin Fergus (Philanthropy/Fundraising Chair), and Jack Frazee (House Manager). Jonathan Goodman (Assoc. Scribe & Assit. Alumni Advisor) represented the volunteer alumni …

Alumni Weekend Announced for March 27-28

Alumni Weekend for the Spring of 2009 will take place over the final weekend in March, from Friday March 27 through Saturday March 28. Program details will follow, but you can probably count on the following: Friday Night Poker Tournament Coffee & Doughnuts A General Active & Alumni Meeting Lunch on the Lawn Babies Softball …

Video: Rob Atkinson Celebrated

From John Atkinson, Rob’s dad, “The San Diego celebration was beautiful. You can see the multimedia montage produced for the service by Mark Weaver of Deep Story Works.” The Texas service and celebration of Rob’s life is at 4pm Central, January 23 at the Southwestern University Chapel.