Sigma Pi - Missouri University of Science & Technology

Page 3 SP Sigma Pi Develops Innovative Approach to Risk Management Policy A lpha Iota Building Association (AIBA), the chapter, and our insurance company have completed a review of our risk management policy. The review was conducted to improve and align our policy standards with those of the national fraternity and our general liability insurance carrier. This review included improvements in new member education, prohibition of hazing, zero tolerance of sexual abuse, and social event policies. The chapter is initiating an annual policy in which all members must acknowledge to the executive board in writing that they have read and understand this policy. As part of this review, AIBA requested that our insurance company outline exactly how the company would legally defend the national fraternity, AIBA, and its officers in the event of an incident. AIBA, the chapter, and the national fraternity remain committed to educating our members and reinforcing good behavior in accordance with our creed. WelcOme, neW BrOthers NEW MEMBERS Connor Chadbourne '20 • Dixon, Mo. Cody Crabtree '20 • Hermann, Mo. William Cross '20 • Gardner, Kan. Peter Doran '20 • Kansas City, Mo. Joshua Eifert '19 • Sikeston, Mo. Luke Goring '20 • Pocahontas, Ill. Joshua Gray '19 • Canonsburg, Pa. Mason McGavok '20 • St. Louis, Mo. Ryan Nowakowski '18 • Woodridge, Ill. Dylan Ray '20 • Lee's Summit, Mo. Hunter Stepp '19 • Aurora, Mo. Andrew Woode '20 • Ballwin, Mo. NEW INITIATE Luke Grischow '18 • Chicago, Ill. Onward and Upward Undergraduates Excel in Campus Leadership, Community Service, and Academics MEMBERS SET THE BAR HIGH IN ACADEMICS Last spring, our chapter achieved an overall GPA of 3.12, which was above the all-male average on campus and above the average GPA of most Sigma Pi chapters nationwide. With this outstanding average GPA, several of our members received interviews with exclusive companies. Our chapter understands that grades come first, as we continue to promote scholarship and academic success. CHAPTER REMAINS ACTIVE ON CAMPUS AND IN THE COMMUNITY Our members have participated in several community service events, such as a community blood drive and volunteer work at the local Salvation Army. Alpha Iota participated in a home run derby event to raise money for a young boy who was involved in a serious accident. He has undergone over 20 surgeries, and we would like to help pay for the medical costs. In Sigma Pi, we encourage our members to be leaders not only in the community but on campus as well. Alec Drury '17 is a preview, registration and orientation (PRO) leader on campus, which entails coordinating all events planned for incoming freshmen to help them adjust to college life. Ryan Nowakowski '18 is the executive treasurer of the Engineers Without Borders clean water project, and Nathan Kunz '18 is a co-founder of Miner MultiMedia, a new organization focused on entertainment, broadcasting, and publicity on campus. ALPHA IOTA RECRUITS FUTURE LEADERS As a chapter, we have transitioned from static to dynamic recruitment. After receiving training from Phired Up and the national fraternity, Alpha Iota has shifted its recruitment focus from large events to smaller events held more frequently. This change has proved successful so far, as we recruited 12 new members this semester. With this transition, we are able to keep in contact Members participate in the Greek Week chariot race. Greek Week was a huge success, securing Alpha Iota a sixth-place ranking out of all fraternities and second place among smaller fraternities. Undergraduates take pride in witnessing the installation of the Sigma Pi flag. (Continued on page 4) Active members and alumni gather outside of the main house during Homecoming.

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