Sigma Phi Epsilon - University of Texas

p. 3 SIGMA PHI EPSILON Owen Abramson | Allen, Texas Jon Addington | Austin, Texas Luke Anthony | San Antonio, Texas Gage Bean | Katy, Texas Carl Belton | Houston, Texas Walt Boxwell | Amarillo, Texas Jett Bush | Houston, Texas Blake Carpenter | Palos Verdes, Calif. Harrison Chiu | Austin, Texas Nash Corcoran | Dallas, Texas Connor Cordell | Houston, Texas Colin Crawford | Argyle, Texas Dane Dawson | Palos Verdes, Calif. Grayson Drinkard | Houston, Texas Alex Elfarr | Athens, Texas Hayden Eversole* | Houston, Texas Henry Fleming | Houston, Texas Kenny Flores | Austin, Texas Dylan Fuller | Southlake, Texas Noah Fuller | Corpus Christi, Texas Teddy Gallas* | Katy, Texas Max Gilman | Boise, Idaho Oliver Goodman | Houston, Texas Wilson Grant | Houston, Texas Kenny Iuso | Bentonville, Ark. Carter Korb | Kingwood, Texas Davis Lemert | Amarillo, Texas Allan Long | Longview, Texas Trip Martin | Grayton Beach, Fla. George Marvin | Houston, Texas Dylan McCarthy* | Newport Beach, Calif. Jack McKenna | Newport Beach, Calif. Joao Moreira | Houston, Texas Mason Morris | Houston, Texas Jackson Osterberg | Southlake, Texas Greg Pacitti | Austin, Texas Drake Pate | Houston, Texas Luke Pyle | Hinsdale, Ill. JP Rathbun | Dallas, Texas Jake Reinke* | Southlake, Texas Stratton Ross | Dallas, Texas *Legacy Welcome to the Brotherhood! A s the going gets tough, the men of Texas Alpha get going. The spring 2020 semester brought everyone new challenges amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, as new problems arise, our members keep leading the way in adapting to different situations and making the best of our new circumstances. Academic Achievement The shift to online classes in the spring may have tripped up some students on their path to successful degrees at UT, but that is not the case for the actives of Texas Alpha. The active chapter posted an all-time high 3.687 GPA, crushing the all-university men's and all- fraternity averages. This academic achievement sheds light on the ability of our actives to stand strong in the midst of unforeseen trials and attain success despite suboptimal conditions. Successful Summer Recruitment While COVID-19 made summer recruitment different than years past, Texas Alpha's recruitment team rose to the occasion and produced according to plan. This summer brought about 48 promising new members who look to begin a new chapter of their lives in college and through joining Texas Alpha. Impressive Philanthropic Endeavors Despite the spring semester ending abruptly, Texas Alpha adapted to new conditions and found alternative ways to provide for the community. The men of Texas Alpha managed to raise $10,000 for the UT Outpost, a university-based food pantry in support of students struggling during COVID-19. Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, Texas Alpha hosted its annual dodgeball tournament, successfully raising $10,000 for Austin Safe Alliance. Stay Tuned for Future SigEp Events at UT While COVID-19 has put a temporary halt to any social events for the semester, the leaders of Texas Alpha are continually looking for ways to keep members and alumni involved. As restrictions loosen in the near future, we ask everyone stay tuned for any updates in regard to a tentative parent's weekend or tailgate during the fall. As always, feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns! HFF, Michael Waters '21 mcw1012@gmail.com (972) 672-1551 TEXAS ALPHA ACTIVES STAY TRUE TO SIGEP PRINCIPLES Focused on Academics, Philanthropy, and Leadership at UT Left: Executive board members and distinguished alumni with the Chapter Learning Center and Chapter President awards during the Carlson retreat in spring 2020. From left: Henry Groppe '18, Jacob Armer '18, Jackson Canter '17, Michael Waters '17, Davis Boehm '17, Mark Kiester '71, Andrew Ligon '17, Jerry Smith '79, Kevin Cook '17, Jim Strickland '79, Jack Wallace '17, Holt Glenny '17, Cole Swords '17, Thomas Parks '17, and Dylan Agnich '17. Middle: Texas Alpha seniors in Jackson Hole over the summer. Right: The men of Texas Alpha raised $10,000 for the UT Outpost, a university-based food pantry in support of students struggling during COVID-19. SigEp's annual dodgeball tournament at UT was held prior to the coronavirus outbreak, during which $10,000 was raised for Austin Safe Alliance.

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