Sigma Phi Epsilon - University of Colorado

THE FLATIRON Making the Time for SigEp Advisor Mike Arnold, Iowa State '98 Shares His Colorado Alpha Volunteering Experience ALUMNI NEWS I nitially receiving an email from SigEp headquarters in 2017 calling for alumni volunteers across the country, Mike Arnold, Iowa State '98 didn't believe he had the time in his schedule to fully commit to volunteering at his lo- cal Chapter. The following year, after receiving the same email calling for alumni support, Mike decided that he would make the time to volunteer with Colorado Alpha. Reaching out to the AVC to see how he could get in- volved, he discovered that the Chapter was in need for financial assistance and guidance. "As a certified public accountant, it made sense that I could help in this area," Mike said. "I'm happy I took on the role." Since he began working with Colorado Alpha in November, Mike has been able to help the Chapter progress and grow. "I have seen great improve- ment in the Chapter," Mike explains, "I hope the current and future Execu- tive Boards and AVC will continue to work together, learn from each other, and grow for the benefit of everyone involved." While he has been able to help the Chapter improve, Mike has also been able to enhance his own leadership skills and create even more amazing SigEp experiences. Most recently, he attended the Carlson Leadership Academy and the Philip A. Cox Insti- tute with some of the undergraduate members. "I took the opportunity to learn about the various work- ings of Sigma Phi Epsilon, interact with other volun- teers, and interact with the men of Colorado Alpha and other chapters. What a great experience." Mike encourages his brothers to become involved. "We have some stellar guys in the Chapter and some spectacular volunteers, but we can always improve. Don't underestimate your skills or expertise. Everyone can bring something to the table in terms of mentorship, leadership, or experience." Outside of volunteering, Mike is a CPA in Denver. In his spare time, he enjoys watching movies, reading, camping, and connecting with his SigEp brothers. Find out how you can get involved at www.sigep.org. To learn more about Mike's volunteering experience, you can connect with him at txmikey@txmikey.org. Chester Rawson '49 has been a resident of the Grayhawk Classic Residents retirement facility in Phoenix, Ariz., for the past nine years. He is enjoying the Phoenix sunshine. James Kimmett '55 enjoys reading The Flatiron and is happy to see the Chapter thriving. James is excited for 100 years at 1005 Broadway in 2024. He recalls an alumni reunion several years ago when alumni attendees were reliving moving into the then–new house, noting that they only had old furniture. One of the actives at the event responded, "And we still have the old furniture." You can share your favorite SigEp memories with James at ajkimmett@aol.com. R. Lee Van Deren '57 recalls meeting his wife, Jane, on the front lawn of the Chapter House while they were waiting for the 1956 class to ar- rive. Lee and Jane celebrated 60 years of mar- riage in July of 2018. After college, Lee was a Colorado banker and Jane ran retirement homes. She went back to college in 1986 and graduated with honors—after four kids! They built a cab- in from scratch in Silverhorne, Colo., in 1963. Now, Lee and Jane are snow birds spending six months in Denver and six months in Sun City Grand, Ariz. Lee says, "Thanks for my SigEp Sweetheart." Their great-grandson is the eighth generation of Van Deren men in their pioneer Colorado family. You can connect with Lee at leevanderen@comcast.net. Thomas Trimble Jr. '60 enjoys playing a lot of duplicate bridge now. He is loving life in Carne- lian Bay, Calif. Richard Wilson '63 retired in May after 47 years of teaching at Iowa State University and the University of Virginia. He continues to lec- ture, research, and write. He has a book on Mon- ticello coming out next year and a major update to the Building of the United States volume on "Eastern Virginia." Dick shares that teaching has been great with many wonderful students. He continues to lead a summer school in Newport, but hopefully he will have more time to travel and make a Colorado Alpha reunion. Thomas Daly '69 is retired but is now an active professional woodworker doing custom contract woodworking projects. He has been happily married to Jaclynn for 47 years and they have six grandchildren between 12 and 16 years old. Find out more about Thomas' woodworking projects at generalpisado@msn.com. Robert Jackson, PE '74 climbed Mt. Sueffels and Atlantic Peak last year with his sons. Pro- fessionally, Rob was recognized as a fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers and of the Structural Engineering Institute in 2018. See where Rob will be climbing next at jacksons8@ msn.com. Dean Ribaudo '77 went back to school in 1987 and graduated from LIFE University with a doc- torate in chiropractic. Dean is living in Florida and trying to retire. He will hopefully be moving to Thailand soon. Stay connected with Dean at drdean54@gmail.com. Jay Pomranka '84 shares that he has two daughters, Haily (24) and Michelle (18). He has one grandson who is three years old. Jay still enjoys living in Loveland, Colo., with his wife of 18 years, Jolene. Keep in touch with Jay at gmpjcko@yahoo.com. Adam Rudolph '04 wrote a book called The End: A Story of Truth. It's about suicide preven- tion and awareness. Writer's Digest called it, "Outstanding across the board. A truly inspiring book." It's also received many glowing reviews from professional and amateur reviewers alike (Continued on page 3)

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