Sigma Chi - University of Texas

A TrAdiTioN To Build upoN S ince 1976, Alpha Nu has hosted Fight Night, a philanthropic boxing tournament that's gained popularity over the years and become a staple production at e University of Texas. Hosted in the backyard of the Chapter House, it features UT students who participate in USA Boxing-sanctioned amateur sessions. Professional musicians were added to wrap up the night as the event's popularity grew. Performing artists include Shwayze, Bun B, Macklemore, Trinidad James, and even platinum recording artists, 2 Chainz, Juicy J, Migos, and Ty Dolla $ign. As the event has steadily ramped up in size, the money raised has also increased. Since 2014, more than $250,000 has been raised at Fight Night. is year, Alpha Nu aims to host the largest Fight Night yet with a goal of raising $100,000 to benefit e Huntsman Cancer Institute, e B+ Foundation, and the Wooldridge Elementary School's Boys and Girls Club. is year's Fight Night will take place in the spring. About the Beneficiaries e Huntsman Cancer Institute, founded by Jon M. Huntsman Sr., Pennsylvania 1959, has been a philanthropic partner of Sigma Chi since December 2012. In 2013, Sigma Chi and HCI celebrated the milestone of raising $1 million toward a cure for cancer. e Andrew McDonough B+® Foundation was created to honor the bravery of 14-year-old Andrew and his battle with leukemia. Andrew spent 167 consecutive days in the hospital, but he was known for his "Be Positive" attitude (and B+ blood type). Sadly, he passed away in 2007, but e B+ Foundation is committed to spreading Andrew's positive attitude and zest for life. It provides financial assistance to families of children with A lpha Nu Chapter of Sigma Chi is looking forward to a new year and capitalizing on all the potential it has for success. We're planning on having another full year of service with Wooldridge Elementary School. We'll also be incorporating tutors this semester to ensure all our members are reaching their full academic potential. Staying Connected to the SC Brotherhood Without a Chapter House this year, we are discovering new ways to keep the Chapter bonded together. One of these ways is to start hosting more brotherhood events at off-campus locations such as the Pitch and Putt golf course, where we can have a tournament-style get-to- gether. We're also planning to get alumni more involved with the active Chapter by having regular meet- ings either on or off campus. At these events, we would like to feature alumni guest speakers who are willing to talk about their experiences during and aer college, as well as giving career advice. Chapter Growth and Changes Alpha Nu is also excited to initiate a new mem- ber class this fall. We have a great group of 30 men who are bright and are excellent candidates with the potential to lead the Chapter into its next stages. In addition, we are acclimating to the new dynamic of having Jonathan Kaplan '12 as our elected Chapter advisor. Jonathan has a vast experience with the Chapter as the house dad, and we are happy to work with him in his new position. Fighting to Find a Cure for Cancer Alpha Nu Celebrates 40th Annual Fight Night with Biggest Goal Yet Alpha Nu brothers at the 2019 StuMo conference. (Continued on page 4) cancer nationwide and funds critical pediatric cancer research to improve chemotherapy and finding cures for childhood cancers. For more information about Fight Night, visit https://txfightnight.com/ about. Ryan Davis '22, Ryan Shirley '21, and Kevin Langley '20 at Fight Night 2018, which raised more than $20,000 for the Huntsman Cancer Institute and the B+ Foundation. Brandon Fryer '21 helping unload the kitchen on his volunteer trip. Brothers Energized for Positive, Productive School Year 30 NEW MEMBERS JOIN ALPHA NU

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