Delta Chi - Kansas State University

DELTA CHI page 2 THE BONDS OF BROTHERHOOD STRENGTHEN OVER TIME Members of the '60s Reunite and Reminisce H ow does one measure the strength that the bonds of brotherhood create over time? If it thrives for 50 years through thousands of miles of separation and hundreds of unique life experiences, it is strong. And so it was with the men of Kansas State Delta Chi from the decade of the '60s when they came back together in Manhattan in June. The 50-year reunion included all members who were initiated from the time the fraternity was chartered in the mid-'60s through the end of the decade. Nearly a fourth of those eligible to attend were present, representing men who live on both coasts and all regions in between. During the two-day reunion, much of the action took place in the hospitality room, which was set up in the Bluemont Hotel. A highlight that first evening was the barbecue hosted by the undergraduate chapter at the chapter house. Many of the alumni returned to the hospitality room from that event to express their positive impressions of the younger members. The second day was more structured, beginning with a tour of the city, the campus, and many of the new sports facilities. The grand finale was a group dinner at the Hibachi Hut, which in the '60s was the chapter's unofficial, adopted home away from home. (Of course, in those days the Hut resided in Aggieville). As we said goodbye during the morning of day three, we realized that, for many of us, it would likely be the last time we would see some of the men who had been our brothers during the last 50 years. It was a bittersweet farewell, but largely overshadowed by the rare opportunity to reestablish connections that have existed for so long. Fraternally, Craig Shove '68 craig.shove@gmail.com awarded the Don Edwards Scholarship for Most Improved GPA, and chapter executive officers were recognized for their service to the chapter. The setting of the event was very unique, as it was held at the Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan. Before the program started, all of the guests were able to view the different exhibits and learn a little history about the Flint Hills! There will be another great opportunity for alumni and undergraduates to connect in spring 2016. Be on the lookout for more details. Fraternally, Jack Ayres '18 "E" Alumni Relations Officer jmayres@ksu.edu Delta Chi Celebrates (Continued from page 1) Attendees of the K-State chapter anniversary celebration of their fifth year on campus, surpassing their 50th year with a presence on campus, and the 125th anniversary of the fraternity. Undergraduate members had a blast at the anniversary celebration. K-State Chapter is proudly awarded the President's Cup! The reunion planning team in front of the K-State Obelisk. Back row, left to right: Craig Shove '68 and Jan Rayl '70. Middle row: Dan Yunk '71, Alan Jaax '67, and Tom Poorman '70. Front row: Bill Young '68. Members of K-State '60s era gathered for a reunion this summer. Back row, left to right: Stan Salsbury '67, Don Bentsen '69, Phil Sell '69, David Simmonds '67, and Dan Yunk '71. Middle row: Kenny Walker '70, Tom Poorman '70, Craig Zimmer '72, Jan Rayl '70, Alan Jaax '67, Greg Armon '71, and Stephen Guthrie '67. Front row: Bill Young '68, Dwight Horsch '68, Craig Shove '68, Kim Granfield '71, Don Oman '71, and Larry Rink '72. Also in attendance, but not pictured: Steve Bihlmaier '70, Don Parker '70, Hap McLeod '70, Lynn Collmann '69, and Denny Barnes '70.

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