Sigma Chi - Auburn University

2 THE AUBURN SIG REACHING NEW HORIZONS Remembering Grand Consul Buddy Metcalf '69 and His Passion for Sigma Chi "It all develops into values, character, and integrity." A s many of you have heard, Buddy entered Chapter Eternal on February 20, 2022. is article was completed prior to his passing, and we are publishing it as planned with minor revisions. A suite in the chapter house will be named aer Buddy in his honor. From Significant Sig to Grand Consul, Arthur "Buddy" Metcalf II '69 wore many hats throughout his Sigma Chi years. at passion for leadership began with the role of treasurer in his undergraduate years. Gamma Sigma had not kept a formal budget prior to his taking the reins, but Buddy learned the ropes from Sigma Chi's excellent leadership program. He took those lessons and collaborated with the recruitment chairman, and they determined that they would need 32 pledges to make the budget work that year—so that became their goal. "at taught me that there was more to this fraternity than just a Saturday night party," Buddy shared. Buddy was drawn to Gamma Sigma by the great people he met there; the upperclassmen and leadership in the brotherhood were especially inspiring. Between those brothers and programs from the international fraternity, he learned many important lessons—especially how to work with and respect people who have a variety of opinions and convictions. As an alumni leader, Buddy was especially proud of Sigma Chi's Horizons leadership program, which trains qualified undergraduate members who have at least a year of college le. Before his Sigma Chi presidency, he served on the committee that helped developed the program. It has since grown from a single training class at a time to six groups a year who each participate in a six-day leadership workshop. Several universities have observed the training's success and approached Sigma Chi to learn more, incorporating lessons into their own student programs. Buddy worked with the Horizons program for several years before serving a decade on Sigma Chi's executive committee, including as treasurer (quaestor), grand pro consul, and grand consul. He stepped down from the committee in 2003 but remained engaged with Gamma Sigma Chapter in Auburn. "e advisory board there has done a wonderful job of working with the undergraduates," he shared. Sigma Chi had a tremendous impact on Buddy's life, and he encouraged undergraduate brothers to "soak up" as much of the fraternity as they can—to learn about the ritual, pledge manual, and history as much as possible. "It all develops into values, character, and integrity." He also asked alumni to stay involved in whatever way they can, such as joining an international program or simply attending an alumni meeting. (Buddy was president of the Atlanta Alumni Association while living there and continued to attend their annual meeting in the years aer.) Buddy believed that strong leadership will help chapters stay in good standing with their universities and that Sigma Chi values will bring young men success in their careers and lives aer college. "You will bring favor and distinction to your endeavors," Buddy said. Buddy is survived by his loving wife, daughters, granddaughters, and two grand pugs. Gamma Sigma sends condolences to Buddy's family and loved ones and is grateful for his brotherhood— and everything he did for Sigma Chi as a whole.

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