Beta Theta Pi - University of Minnesota

the betA Piper PAge 2 Loving Cup Society ($100 to $499) Gerald T. Carroll '55 Donald E. McGrath '55 Donn P. Barber '56 William C. Hand '56 Irving P. Knelman '71 Charles H. Christensen '58 G. Charles Champlin '60 Morgan K. Nelson '67 William L. Laakso '69 Jeffrey O. Stewart '69 E. Walt Slibeck '70 Alfred S. Alliegro '81 David F. Servais '92 Jeffrey D. Ohm '70 Edward J. Dittberner '02 Beta Dragon Society (Up to $99) David G. Ohlson '63 John H. Avery '64 Our Spring 2019 Beta pi new MeMBerS Miles Campbell '21 Maple Grove, Minn. Luke Gehring '21 Hartland, Wis. Joel Nielsen '21 Rochester, Minn. Ashvin Pidaparti '22 Maple Grove, Minn. Samarth Saini '22 Maple Grove, Minn. Stephen Sturek '20 Minnetonka, Minn. moving moments was when I rode through Gettysburg, Pa., during dusk. I felt a spirit come over me, and I slowed down, taking time to soak in the scenery and some of our history," he said. "It really was the best ride of my life." Bill looked into Beta Pi as a freshman at the recommendation of his fa- ther, Bill Madden '47. "Beta wasn't a large chapter at the time, but it was a close-knit group with great friendships and camaraderie. I've remained close friends with many of them!" Bill befriended a fellow architecture student while living in the chapter house, and they went on to work at the same company for about 10 years. "I wasn't as much of a partier in college," Bill said, "but some of my most meaningful fraternity memories were hanging out with small groups of brothers, going out to dinner, or going on ski trips. For me, building those personal connections and friendships was even more meaningful than the larger fraternity events." Thanks to his architecture background, Bill had the opportunity to give back to Beta Pi in a big way when he was asked to help remodel the chapter house for the campaign. "This was the first time I got heavily involved as an alumnus beyond simply attending reunions, and I'm so glad I did." Not only did Bill give back to Beta Theta Pi in a big way, but in reconnecting with the chapter he rekindled old friend- ships, made new ones, and got to meet the stellar active brothers. "Beta has been like family to me. It's given me friendships and a support group, and it's a great group to stay involved in and give back to however you can." In addition to biking, Bill enjoys hiking, gardening, downhill skiing, and architec- tural design. You can connect with Bill at whmadden@gmail.com. Bill Madden Jr. '86 on Biking and Beta (Continued from page 1) MANY THANKS TO OUR 2019 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS W e are grateful to the following 18 alumni who gave $2,165 in the spring 2019 appeal of our annual giving campaign. The success and achievements of Beta Pi are directly at- tributed to the support and involvement of its members. The active brothers are grateful for and proud of the donations they receive from alumni. Donations to the annual campaign are separate from the capital campaign, yet equally important for the ongoing success of Beta Pi. If an error has been made in recording the amount of your gift(s), or we have mistakenly omitted your gift, we sincerely apologize. If corrections to your giving records are needed, please contact our campaign coordinator at (785) 843-1661. Thank you, again, for your loyal support.

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