Delta Tau Delta - Ball State University

S ince Delta Tau Delta has been at Ball State University, brothers from all generations have found a like-minded group of men who share an interest in academics and leadership. Alumni know that their membership in Epsilon Mu Chapter benefitted them tremendously by adding positive experiences to their college years, both academically and socially. Jeff Hern '92 was drawn to Epsilon Mu because his father had been a Delt at Bowling Green State University. "When I got to DTD at Ball State I really liked the fact that they focused on academics and campus involvement, besides socials and athletics. My experience set me up for the success that I have in life today. Living in the chapter house taught me how to work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds, how to run a meeting, work in a community, and gave me great leadership skills." His favorite memories can't be put into print, but Jeff recalls enjoying both the organized and unorganized social events. "I used to dread going to chapter at the time, but I now look back fondly on those memories. Being in Delt gave me lifelong friendships that have benefitted me personally and professionally." The appreciation Jeff has for Epsilon Mu is what inspired him to give to the campaign. "It added to the success in my life and it's good to be able to give back to something that gave me so much to start my adult life. The chapter is the reason for who I am today and for the friendships I still have. The house needs to be competitive with campus facilities to attract top-tier students. Jeff is a national account director for Johnsonville sausage and is in charge of the Kroger team. He was elected as the trustee for Fall Creek Township and enjoys working on other Republican campaigns. He lives in Fishers, Indiana, with his wife, Kathy, and their three sons: Austin, Max, and Jack Ryan. Jeff would love to hear from some of his brothers. Reach him at jeffhern@aol.com. 3 DELTA TAU DELTA MAKING EPSILON MU'S FUTURE A PRIORITY Why Jeff Hern '92 Gave to the Campaign "The chapter is the reason for who I am today and for the friendships I still have. The house needs to be competitive with campus facilities to attract top-tier students." Jo i n Jeff and Brian in s upporting Epsilon Mu by returnin g your gift today. W hen reminiscing on our memberships in Epsilon Mu, it's easy to place all of the emphasis on our undergraduate years and living in the Shelter. It's not wrong to think this. The camaraderie developed while living in close quarters is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that bonds all Delt brothers. But what about after school? Delta Tau Delta is more than a four-year commitment; it's a lifetime experience that provides true friendship while men have an opportunity to grow up and figure out what they want to do in life. "Delts were leaders on campus when I was an undergraduate. Living in the dorms wouldn't have given me an opportunity to develop relationships with seniors when I was a freshman," said Brian Moldt '84. When Brian was asked what his favorite memories from Epsilon Mu are, he said there were too many to mention but he remembers the brothers working on Watermelon Bust, Homecoming activities, and intramurals. He cherishes his undergraduate memories, but he still makes new memories with brothers every year. "I built two cabins with a fraternity brother in Canada; there are a couple of others who helped along the way. One brings his family every year. Our families vacation there a 3-4 times a year. Many years back I started trying to get a group of us together every year, another brother took this idea and grew the event to more than 40 alumni in attendance. My best friends today are some of those brothers." Epsilon Mu Chapter taught Brian how to be a leader and the importance of giving back. When he was an undergraduate, Brian borrowed money from the educational fund to help pay for school. He also served as pledge trainer and external vice president. "The chapter gave me a good group of experiences about how to run a business and allowed me to mature. If I hadn't been a Delt who knows where I would have wound up." Giving to the capital campaign was an important decision for Brian because he wants to pay it forward. When Brian joined Epsilon Mu it was becoming a top chapter on campus like it is today. He wants to ensure that Delta Tau Delta at Ball State will remain competitive for years to come. Brian lives in Indianapolis with his wife Sandy, and their two children, Allison and Bayron. Brian owns Moldt Financial LLC and many of his clients are brothers. Reconnect with him at bmoldt@moldtfinancial.com. TradiTions in Epsilon Mu MusT ConTinuE Brian Moldt '84 Believes in Delta Tau Delta

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