Delta Tau Delta
Ball State UniverSity
P.O. Box 442100
Lawrence, KS 66044-2100
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Ball State University, he will receive a copy at the Shelter. If he has graduated, please send
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CONTACT US
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John Knox '78
jrknox@bsu.edu
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bsudelts.org
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A l u m n i N e w s A l u m n i N e w s
E. Brad Wagnon '68 and Daphne celebrated
their 50th anniversary in 2022. He is still sailing
and skiing and is volunteering for the Portuguese
Water Dog Breed Club Rescue. He lives in
Syracuse, Ind. Email: b.wagnon46@gmail.com
Randy C. Robinson '71 is retired but working
harder than pre-retirement. He is spending time
with his grandchildren, caring for his 93-year-
old mother, doing home projects, participating
in the Muncie Optimist Club, and trying to
travel. He is also attempting to stay in touch
with close brothers. He resides in Muncie, Ind.
Email: r2optimist@comcast.net
Bill M. Howell '72 recently settled into
retirement. He is looking forward to more
travel with his wife; more time for landscape,
photography, genealogy, and golf; and more time
with his family and grandchildren. He lives in
Noblesville, Ind. Email: wmhowell50@gmail.com
Steve Yates '73 lost his wife, Kathy, on July
30, 2021. He has two sons, Rory (Shannon) and
Blake, and four grandchildren, Ruthie, Rex,
Huck, and Molly. Steve is retired and lives in
Little Rock, Ark. Email: oetm@aol.com
Craig Torrey '74 retired at the end of 2021,
after 22 years as senior vice president of sales
and marketing at Brentwood Originals. He is
now spending time volunteering at church,
playing golf twice a week, traveling, and
enjoying time with his two grandchildren. He
lives in Manhattan Beach, Calif.
Email: cgtorrey70@gmail.com
C. Dave Toth '74 is still practicing architecture
with projects in Indiana, Colorado, South
Carolina, Florida, Wyoming, Ohio, Kentucky,
and Texas. At the end of 2022, he retired from
playing, refereeing, and administrating the sport
of rugby. He has completed 50 years of service
at the state, regional, and national levels. He
resides in Indianapolis, Ind.
Email: dtoth@thearchitecturestudio.com
Jim Reed '78 retired to Land O'Lakes, Fla., to
be near his son and grandson. He is spending
his time fishing, golfing, hunting, and enjoying
time with his family, especially his wife, Robin.
Email: jim.reed97@gmail.com
Chad E. Bailey '79 is retired and playing lots
of golf. He is also spending more time with his
seven grandkids. He lives in Santa Claus, Ind.
Email: chad.bailey17@yahoo.com
Alan E. Updike '80 has retired and gone
golfing. He lives in Raymore, Mo.
Email: alanupdike58@gmail.com
Robert W. Wilson '83 retired from advertising but
is teaching photography at Wayne State University
and working harder than ever. He resides in Royal
Oak, Mich. Email: rwilson59@aol.com
• Celebrate the 50th anniversary of our iconic
Watermelon Bust philanthropy event. We
are determined to make this milestone year the
most memorable and successful to date. We will
work diligently to increase participation, expand
community outreach, and raise more funds than
ever before for our designated charity.
• Have a fantastic fall recruitment. Through
strategic planning, we will enhance our
recruitment events and strengthen our presence
on campus, ensuring that we attract individuals
who share our values and are dedicated to
personal growth, academic excellence, and
community involvement.
• Increase our community service hours
and participation in philanthropy events. By
offering a variety of volunteer opportunities and
collaborating with other organizations on
campus, we will encourage our members to
actively engage in service and contribute to the
betterment of our community.
• Enhance our alumni outreach, recognizing the
invaluable resources that our former members
represent. By fostering strong relationships with
our alumni, we can create a network of support,
mentorship, and guidance for our current brothers.
• Improve our academics, understanding the
critical role that education plays in personal
and professional development. We will
implement study programs, workshops, and
other academic resources to help our members
excel in their coursework and maintain a strong
collective GPA.
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