Lambda Chi Alpha - University of Oklahoma

lambda Chi alpha page 2 C oming from a small town in northwest- ern Oklahoma, Dan Parsons, ΓΡ 1094 knew the men at 904 College Avenue would offer him not only a sense of belonging but also lifelong friendships. "I was truly fortu- nate to find such like-minded friends upon my arrival. I could still call any one of them and they'd be there for me no questions asked. Why wouldn't you want to stay in- volved with such a brotherhood?" From waking up early in anticipation of game days to welcoming alumni home, Dan's fond memories inspired him to give back to Gam- ma-Rho Zeta. "During my active years I had the opportunity to witness and benefit from previous members who not only offered their talents but their resources as well. It was a clear choice for me to offer any help I could when given the opportunity." For Dan, the Chapter House renovations mir- ror the high caliber of men indicative of Gamma-Rho Zeta's presence on campus. He encourages alumni to remember that the Chapter's academic and leadership accomplishments should serve to fortify the entire brotherhood. "It is important alumni become and stay involved as much as they can. When current members see the legacy they come from, it perpetuates and instills the values Gamma-Rho Zeta considers im- portant." Both the Chapter's stellar grades and boxing championships made Dan proud to contribute to Gamma-Rho Zeta's legacy. "Who knew a quiet kid from northwest Oklahoma would come out of his shell to find lifetime friends at 904 College Avenue? The skills I acquired in those years helped me grow as a leader, but I don't know if that would have happened without the help of Gamma-Rho Zeta." A passion for leadership cultivated as an undergraduate allowed Dan to pursue his career in the hospitality industry. He and his wife, Caryl, own Boomtown Hospitality Inc. and Big Dan's Steakhouse and Salad Buffet in Woodward, Okla. The latter even came in fourth place on a list of top 10 places to eat in Oklahoma. He can be reached at dansteakhouse@att.net. Gold Level ($1,500 and above) Dr. C. Richard Quade, ΓΡ 440 Green Level ($500 to $1,499) Purple Level (Up to $499) Jim L. Litton, ΓΡ 290 Lynn D. Foreman, ΓΡ 335 William J. Leeper Sr., ΓΡ 404 Larry E. Kerr, ΓΡ 417 E.T. Laird, ΓΡ 468 James R. Robinson, ΓΡ 626 O. Michael Collins, ΓΡ 638 A. Browning Waters II, ΓΡ 791 David E. Beck, ΓΡ 829 David B. Galbraith, ΓΡ 942 Monty W. Moore, ΓΡ 956 John J. Ferrell, ΓΡ 978 William Terry Glover, ΓΡ 1086 Frank D. Graham, ΓΡ 1088 Cary P. Marshall, ΓΡ 1159 Matt W. Hamilton, ΓΡ 1168 Thomas "TJ" Jones, ΓΡ 1190 R. Craig Parrish, ΓΡ 1541 Joseph A. Loy, ΓΡ 1609 Dr. Stephen D. Confer, ΓΡ 1665 Michael D. Horton, ΓΡ 1775 Kyle R. Bertholf, ΓΡ 2018 Collin J. Groves, ΓΡ 2441 I n spring 2017, 24 generous alumni responded to our call for support and donated more than $7,056 to Gamma-Rho Zeta. These funds were used to provide scholarships and leadership opportunities, contribute to our capital campaign efforts, strengthen our alumni relations program, and create our memorial walkway. Supporting these opportunities helps us continue Gamma-Rho Zeta's legacy at the University of Oklahoma. Donors are listed in their cumulative giving level. PRESERVE GAMMA-RHO ZETA'S LEGACY Join Your Generous Brothers and Donate Today! Creating a Lifetime of True Brotherhood Dan Parsons, ΓΡ 1094 Thanks Gamma-Rho Zeta for Friendships and Support "It is important alumni become and stay involved as much as they can. When current members see the legacy they come from, it perpetuates and instills the values Gamma-Rho Zeta considers important."

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