Sigma Alpha Epsilon - Michigan State University

" Gamma Phone Thank You, Loyal Brothers Phoenix Club ($1,000 and above) Frederick J. Kleisner '66 Phi Alpha Club ($500 to $999) Robert C. Gasser '57 Mark A. Harris '78 Purple & Gold Club ($250 to $499) George S. Nugent '56 Rodman E. Harris '57 Dale H. Koch '60 Henry B. Tollette '62 Stephen R. Howard '71 Christopher E. Lane '95 Violet Club ($100 to $249) John C. Frakes Jr. '54 Douglas E. Gettel '55 Ronald J. Nightingale '55 Donald L. Sperry '57 Thomas P. Kent '58 Richard J. Schiesel '58 Andrew Aljian '59 Donald C. Rentschler '60 Jerry D. Roueche Jr. '61 Peter J. Palmer '63 Bruce R. Ferguson '71 Michael J. Cummings '86 Adam M. Robbins '99 Donors (Up to $99) Richard A. Allen '50 Graham C. Schadt '52 G. Cameron MacMillan '56 Robert R. Wallis '58 Michael S. Jolly '66 Scott R. MacInnes '67 Dennis W. Naranche '68 John C. Stanic '77 Daniel J. Reich '93 Michigan Gamma Redefines T.R. Hollis '13 T .R. Hollis '13 had no interest in joining a fraternity when he came to Michigan State. "I was very hesitant because from the preconceived ideas I had about fraternities, it was not something I thought would be beneficial to me." It wasn't until after he received his bid and the president and recruitment chairman spent time with T.R. to discuss the concept of SAE that he bought into fraternity life. "The bonds and friendships I have created since joining are simply priceless and the leadership experience I have gained is unmeasurable." Right away T.R. became active in Michigan Gamma, running for social chairman after being initiated. He enjoyed the new perspectives and challenges that came with being the voice and social coordinator for SAE. Learning about the history and rituals and meeting countless inspiring alumni and brothers has strengthened T.R's pride in being a member of Michigan Gamma. After graduation T.R knows that he will stay connected with Michigan Gamma. "Why would you want to lose contact with such a strong network of guys and some of the best years of your life? Since our rechartering, Michigan Gamma has achieved amazing feats on all levels and we want each and every alumnus to be a part of our success and growth." T.R. plans to partake in all alumni events for years to come. "I am so thankful for the amazing memories I was a part of because of SAE," including the unforgettable summer of 2013 he spent working on Lake Charlevoix with four SAE brothers. T.R. enjoys traveling, boating, golf, and an occasional cigar. Get in touch with T.R. via e-mail at hollisth@msu.edu. T hank you to our loyal alumni who responded to the chapter's fall appeal by contributing $3,845 with 33 gifts. Your support makes a difference in the future of Michigan Gamma. Contributors are listed below in their cumulative giving levels. If an error has been made in recording the amount of your gift, please contact our campaign coordinator at (785) 843-1661. Gordon Johnson '60 Thankful for SAE Opening His Horizons Q: Why did you join SAE? A: As a student athlete enrolled in engineering, I felt my college ex- perience needed to be more than a closed cycle of class, study, wres- tling practice, and working the odd jobs necessary to cover personal expenses. Joining the SAE chapter was all about the guys in the house. I rushed quite a few fraternities and I felt the SAEs had the most bal- anced and well-blended membership with good students, athletes, and men active in campus activities. Q: Tell me a bit about your career. A: I earned a BS in civil engineering at Michigan State and went on to get my MBA at the University of Chicago. Upon receiving my MBA, I worked in sales for Union Carbide Corporation and then at IBM. In 1973 I started a business providing pre-press production services to the major college textbook publishers in the U.S. We sold the business in 2005 to a British textbook publisher. At that time we had approximately 450 employees with offices in California, Utah, and New Delhi, India. Q: What advice do you have for today's undergraduates? A: Try to live a balanced life. Take care of your body and your mind; you only get one of each so take care of them. Don't overdo it in any area where it creates an imbalance to your life. It is not an easy task, but not all that difficult either. (Continued on page 4) The bonds and friendships I have created since joining are simply priceless and the leadership experience I have gained is unmeasurable."

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