Delta Tau Delta - University of Kansas

University of Kansas page 3 T hough he comes from the Iota Epsilon Chapter of Delta Tau Delta, David Royer, Chapman University '01 has become an important role model and supporter for Gamma Tau. His involvement and dedication to the Delta Tau Delta Brotherhood allowed him to be a founding father of Iota Epsilon, travel the nation instructing chapters on alcohol awareness through the Delts Talking About Alcohol (DTAA) program, present at division conferences, facilitate at leadership retreats, and now serves as the chapter advisor of Gamma Tau. David attended Chapman University in Orange, California, and originally had no intention of joining one of Chapman's fraternities. "I wasn't interested in the chapters at my university based on their membership and standards," David said. When the opportunity arose to become a founding father of the Delta Tau Delta colony that became Iota Epsilon chapter, David researched the fraternity—its standards, its mission— and chose to interview and become a brother, serving as Guide and new member educator. This opportunity "meant being able to set the precedent and establish what would be used as a baseline to judge potential new members and set the standards of what to look for in potential new members," David said. After coming to the University of Kansas to pursue his doctorate in special education, David was recruited to advise the Gamma Tau chapter. "I connected with the chapter through the Central Office, and met members at a tailgate where house corporation board members said the chapter was looking for an advisor. Central Office called a few days later and asked me if I was interested," David said. "At first I said no thank you because of the time commitment I already had invested with the Ph.D. program, but they were persistent and convinced me I could make it work with my schedule." Gamma Tau has undergone many changes since David became the chapter advisor. "We went through a membership review, but it has made the guys pull together and have a tighter brotherhood that is more committed to academics and holding each other accountable," David said. He has been impressed with the progress the chapter and the new executive board officers have made. "They are young leaders, committed to growth, and giving their best effort. They have good standards and a strong moral compass," David said. David has watched more leaders emerge in the chapter, community and campus involvement increase, and morale improve within Gamma Tau. "This is a great chapter," David said, "I'm really proud of where they have come in the five semesters I have known them, and I am excited to see what they will achieve in the coming semesters." He believes the chapter is on a strong growth path, headed in a direction where they will achieve excellence. The chapter is committed to moving forward and becoming a stronger brotherhood focused on the values in which they were founded. You can contact David at royer100@mail.chapman.edu. Helping to Build a Stronger Brotherhood Chapter Advisor David Royer, Chapman University '01 Sees a Changed Gamma Tau Striving for Success Gamma Tau Focuses on Academics, Philanthropy, and Brotherhood I t has been a busy start to the school year here at 1111 W 11th Street. With our new members moving into the Shelter and adjusting to college life, various social events, and work with philanthropies, every Brother has had a hectic schedule. Focusing on Academics This past semester, the chapter had a GPA of 3.12, ranking us in the top five among fraternities on campus, and exceeding our goal of a 3.0. This was an enormous jump from the previous semester, and we are extremely proud of our members' hard work. Trey Barr '18, our director of academics, has been doing a great job of keeping everyone motivated and making grades a priority. Showing Philanthropic Support As for philanthropy, we have been active in the Greek community, supporting various sorority events such as CASA Cakes, hosted by Kappa Alpha Theta, and Anchor Splash, hosted by Delta Gamma. We also participated in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walk at Arrowhead Stadium on October 10. The Shelter also hosted a Natural Ties event, where we invited members of the Lawrence community with special needs to attend an ice cream social and play yard games. Staying Social Gamma Tau has been active throughout the semester with various social events. We hosted our traditional fall formal at Table Rock Lake, where each brother brought his date to Anderson Valley View Resort for a weekend of boating, barbecue, and a formal dinner. Our upcoming social schedule includes events with Alpha Chi Omega and Alpha Delta Pi. Welcoming New Brothers Our new member class consists of 22 men we are very excited to add to our Brotherhood. The recent renovations to the house were a great recruitment tool, and without a doubt helped us to land such a great fall new member class. We are very appreciative of the alumni that have donated to Gamma Tau and helped make the renovations possible. Overall, it has been a great start to the semester here at Gamma Tau. We are all excited for the next phase of renovations, and are very appreciative for all the support we have received from our alumni. The longer I am a part of Delta Tau Delta, the more apparent it becomes how vital the support of alumni is to the success of the Fraternity. Thank you, loyal alumni, for all that you do for Gamma Tau. Fraternally, Cole Cummins '17, Chapter President president@kansasdelts.org / (785) 218-7265 Brothers practice their sand volleyball skills to prepare for a game.

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