Alpha Tau Omega - Oklahoma State University

EPSILON OMICRON NEWS 3 BROTHERHOOD IN THE BLOOD Father and Son Share Their Epsilon Omicron Experiences I n January 2014, John Campbell '86 got to take part in an event that not many fathers experience. John had the chance to participate in initiation and give his son, Collin Campbell '14, his pin to join the Epsilon Omicron brotherhood. Both John and Collin were drawn to Epsilon Omicron for the same reason—they liked the men living in the house and appreciated the Christian principles the fraternity was founded on. John earned a Bachelor of Science in business management from Oklahoma State. After college, John served in the United States Marine Corps from 1990-94. He then went to law school and is a partner at Aston, Mathis, Jacobson, Campbell & Tiger in Tulsa, Okla. In 2005, John joined the Army Reserves and was mobilized in Iraq from 2007-08. John said ATW helped prepare him for the military. "I learned how to get along and co-exist in a big group with diverse people and it helped me be patient. I can thrive in a diverse and chaotic environment," John said. Collin shares those same sentiments toward ATW and how it helped shape him into who he is today. "You're most affected by the people around you, and the people I'm around share the same values our brotherhood is built on. Being surrounded by Epsilon Omicron brothers has kept me on a good path," Collin said. Collin is working toward a degree in industrial engineering with a minor in marketing with plans to graduate in May 2018. Although John and Collin lived in the Chapter House nearly 30 years apart, their favorite part of living in the house is the same. "It was just great to always have a friend around that I could spend time with. There was never a time I felt like I didn't have anyone to talk to, and I really appreciated the brotherhood surrounding me," John said. Collin shares the same idea, "I always enjoyed being able to walk down the hall and find someone to hang out with," he said. John has the chance to see the Chapter House whenever he is near campus or visiting Collin. He says though the physical structure hasn't changed much since he joined 30 years ago, the brothers living in it have grown in positive ways. He's proud to see the active members' balance their lives between academics, community service, and fun. John and his wife, Sharon, who is a member of Alpha Delta Pi at OSU, live in Tulsa, Okla., with their youngest daughter. They have twin daughters in their freshmen year of college at Auburn University and Oklahoma State. The father and son duo enjoy tailgating at many Cowboy football games and seeing each other at various ATW events. John also enjoys biking, traveling, exercising, and cooking. Collin spends his spare time playing guitar, reading, spending time outside, and playing intramurals. You can reach John at john.a.l.campbell@gmail.com and Collin at cwc1994@gmail.com. Dale Jewett '47 retired from working for more than 50 years in the oil industry. He spent the last 15 years as a consulting petroleum engineer. He is a licensed professional engineer in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. Dale and his wife, Avril, live in Hutchinson, Kan. E-mail: dalepj@sbcglobal.net Marshall Saye '49 reports he is "living the good life" at 86 years old. He serves as his church's treasurer and song leader. He attends monthly ATW luncheons at the Greenbrier Country Club, where he is the only EO in attendee. He hopes to visit the house this fall if he has the chance to watch some Cowboy football. Marshall and his wife, Jeannine, live in Chesterfield, Mo. E-mail: jmsaye@sbcglobal.net Philip Redwine '63 founded Redwine and Cubberley, a law firm, in 1973. He graduated from Northeastern State in 1965 and serves in the United States Army. Philip and his wife, Sara, recently celebrated their 52nd anniversary with their three sons and their families. The couple live in Norman, Okla. Wiley Cook '65 has spent the past 46 years pursuing a career in civil engineering. He has been blessed to be involved in many major civil engineering works, including dams, roads, bridges, treatment plants, and military works. The word "retirement" is not in Wiley's vocabulary as he enjoys the personal and professional satisfaction he receives from his work. Wiley had the chance to pin the ATW badge on his son, Daniel, at the chartering of the Texas Theta Nu Chapter of ATW at Baylor University. Wiley and his wife, Kay, live in Edmond, Okla. E-mail: w_cook@cox.net Harry Harlan '68 was called to be a preacher in 1993 after receiving Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in March of 1992. He was ordained in 2006. He graduated from MIT in 1968 with a degree in life sciences and worked as a civil engineer after graduating from Tulane in 1986. He retired in 2012, and lives in New Orleans, La., with his wife, Gloriadean, where they enjoy spending time with their five grandchildren. E-mail: harryharlen@bellsouth.net Daniel Kemp '81 had the honor and privilege of being with Scott Gilpin '79 at the initation ceremony for Scott's brother into the Lamar University Chapter of ATW. Daniel and his wife, Karen, live in League City, Texas. E-mail: thekemps@sbcglobal.net Jim Phillips '81 retired from the United States Air Force in 1993 and from the City of St. Charles, Mo., in 2011. He has since enjoyed settling into a life of travel and relaxation. His recent trips include New York City, Boston, and Maine. Jim and his wife, Deborah, live in Saint Charles, Mo. E-mail: phillips692@sbcglobal.net Steve Walton '99 was recently promoted to manager of finance and physician compensation at Baylor Scott and White Health. Steve lives in Allen, Texas. E-mail: spwmicrobio@hotmail.com Steven Johnson '66 retired in 2005 after a rewarding 31 years with IBM software development. Since then, he has spent his time restoring vintage triumph sports cars. Steven and his wife, Candy, enjoy drives through the Texas hill country, showing the cars at various events, and seeing their sports car friends. They also enjoy two grandchildren that live close in Early, Texas. Steven and Candy are blessed to Alumni Update (Continued on page 4)

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