Lambda Chi Alpha - Oklahoma State University

Hear from Our New Members Why Lambda Chi? Why Lambda Chi? John Wilkerson AH516 is 93 years old. He was married to Cresent Girl Naomi Lamb for 66 years before she passed away on June 14, 2022. They have three children, John C. Wilkerson, III, Nina Wilkerson Andrews, and Julianne Wilkerson Linfoot; eight grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. Naomi was a music major at OSU. John graduated from OSU a semester before her after serving four years active duty in the Air Force. John and Naomi were very active in church work; Naomi served in music and education and John has been a deacon, trustee, servant, and lay preacher. "I always said my life's most important decision was accepting Jesus as my personal savior. He has been with me all through life and I have tried to follow his commandment to pray continuously." John was elected to the Oklahoma House of Representatives in 1959 for one term, and in 1963, he was elected to the Oklahoma State Senate for one term. When his father had a stroke and passed away, John left politics to take care of the family businesses in real estate brokerage, insurance, and real estate appraising. He is a recipient of the Campbell Award. Lambda Chi Alpha has meant a great deal in John's life and he has continued to support the brotherhood for many years. He resides in Pryor Creek, Okla. Email: johnwilk@swbell.net Darrell R. Dedrick AH669 is retired and living in Weatherford, Okla. His hobbies include golf, reading, and travel. He also spends time at his townhouse in Loveland, Colo. Email: perezlety@hotmail.com Steve Reeder AH895 resides in Tombstone, Ariz., and retired from teaching and coaching at Tombstone High School as the assistant principal and athletic director. He is a member of Tombstone Vigilantes, which has been around for 75 years and is the oldest reenactment volunteer group in Arizona. Steve is also a member of Tombstone Lions and Tombstone Helldorado. Email: sreekor@aol.com Kevin R. Clark AH1238 retired in spring 2023. He still lives in Houston and still rides his bicycle, but he's also gotten into older BMW motorcycles. He and his wife recently celebrated their 30th anniversary with a trip to Greece. They are both active in their church and lead small-group Bible studies often. Email: krclark987@gmail.com A L U M N I N E W S A s you've read through this edition of AH News and reminisced about your own unforgettable experiences and memories with our fraternity, we urge you to consider: "Who should be next?" Who do you know that embodies the same values, work ethic, and sense of community that our fraternity upholds? Who would benefit from the same incredible opportunities that you had? Alpha Eta Chapter is stronger because of our members. By inviting outstanding individuals to join our brotherhood, we can continue to build a community of driven, supportive, and ambitious men who strive for excellence. Please send your recommendation to High Delta Josh McCormick AH2104 at (918) 720-1885. Include the PNM's name, hometown, GPA, and a brief description of why he'd make a great addition to Alpha Eta. W E N E E D Y O U R R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S F O R N E W B R O T H E R S ! Who Should be Next? "I wanted to learn responsibility and gain self-discipline within my college experience. I found that Lambda Chi Alpha is based upon Christian ideals and values that matched my standard. Throughout my associateship, I have found myself gaining traits that I have not practiced daily throughout my life. Lambda Chi Alpha fulfills everything I was looking for." –Landon Smith "Lambda Chi Alpha was the most up-front about its goals and beliefs. They consistently brought me around older members as well as guys who had already signed into the fraternity. I would have never guessed I would get to join a fraternity where the men practice great traits of leadership. I have learned so much from the membership ranging from study habits to divine integrity throughout everything I do." –Guy Lewins "As a legacy of Lambda Chi Alpha, it was already at the top of my list, but I was not going to let that sway my decisions. I chose Lambda Chi Alpha because I knew it was going to make me a better man. The men rushing me were more put together when it came to leadership and maturity. Also, Lambda Chi Alpha's goals and values were very similar to mine, and I knew it would be a perfect match." –Hayden Cromwell "As a legacy, when I started recruitment, it was apparent that Lambda Chi Alpha was at the top of my list. Throughout the process, the recruitment team seemed like they had a desire to get to know who I am and what I live for. I immediately knew that Lambda Chi Alpha was the fraternity where I belonged. I would consistently ask questions about college, and they would give me a straight answer. Everything was very transparent, and it prepared me to perfect my college experience." –Rex Lindsey C H A P T E R E T E R N A L Gerald Frye April 20, 1945 - November 1, 2023

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