Alpha Tau Omega - University of North Dakota

B ack in the 1960s and early '70s, the world was a different space compared to the college experience our current under- graduates live now. Robert Noziglia '67 was initiated and enjoyed the university experience while the country's atmosphere was focused on the Vietnam War. e percentage of students involved in Greek life was high, and ROTC was mandatory. Bob's pledge class had more than 40 members and in his sophomore year Delta Nu gave 52 bids and had 43 legacies. e current chapter members echo the caliber of men Bob remembers from 1967: exception- al. "I worked alongside men who all had differ- ent personalities but functioned as one toward the same goals." One of the best qualities of both UND and ATW was the tight-knit com- munity felt on campus. "I got to rub elbows with all-American athletes on the basketball, football and hockey teams. Some of my dear- est memories are celebrations aer a win with garage bands playing in the basement of the chapter house with my brothers." During Bob's undergraduate years, he had the opportunity to live in chapter house on 3000 University Ave- nue, which was newly remodeled at the time. For Bob, ATW was the foundation to his success in the military. Aer grad- uation, Bob's military service began with a decision to join the Navy. Along with a physical evaluation, upon completion of the standard tests, Bob was accepted as a candidate in Aviation officer candidate school. Flight training was a hurdle that Bob took in stride. "My best tour was as the commanding officer of Naval Weapons Test Quadrant Point Mugu. I oversaw 33 aircras of five different types and was involved in research development for air- borne missiles and weapons." Bob attributes his accomplishments throughout his military career to the skills he learned with Delta Nu and the Golden Feathers. "e brotherhood presented me with the tools to become who I am today and gave me the confidence to up- hold the values of ATW." Since Bob's retirement from FedEx six years ago, he has reconnected with Delta Nu broth- ers through the Golden Feather reunions and UND Homecomings. He has also been working on a book, Free Kuwait, about Des- ert Storm and his involvement with that op- eration. "UND assisted me with the written section by way of a student recording my rec- ollections and memories. e book is now at its final stages of publishing and in the hands of the Department of Defense in the second level of review." Free Kuwait is scheduled to hit the stands this summer, on the 28-year anni- versary of invasion of Kuwait and for Desert Shield Storm. Bob's decision to contribute to e Return to 3000 University Avenue campaign was simple. "You can't take it with you. ink about the good times and enjoy being able to contribute." Bob chose to support the capital campaign in hopes the positive impact Delta Nu had on his life can be extended for future ATWs. He hopes to see more of his brothers engaged with the campaign and join the efforts to see 3000 University Avenue rise again. To read more about Bob's time in the military, be on the lookout for his book. Bob resides in Collierville, Tenn., and welcomes his brothers to reach out to him via email at bnoziglia@comcast.net. 4 UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA Secured Leadership with Delta Nu Why Robert Noziglia '67 Gave Back to His Foundation ATW football team in 1968. "e brotherhood presented me with the tools to become who I am today and gave me the confidence to uphold the values of ATW."

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