Alpha Tau Omega - University of North Dakota

2 UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA THE DEDICATION T homas Arkle Clark would have said so. Carl Ben Eielson '18 as well. October 22 was a spectacular, sunny fall day to celebrate reopening the doors of 3000 University Avenue. First Lady Kathy and UND President Andy Armacost cut the ceremonial ribbon to begin the festivities attended by more than 100 alumni, wives, guests, and chapter members at the iconic 3000 University. en all gathered inside, where Campaign Co-Chairman Jerry Van Eeckhout '59 extended a warm welcome, reminding us that not only did this dedication culminate a marathon rebuild effort that began this very day five years before, but it also marked the kick-off of Delta Nu's 100th anniversary. Upon its founding in 1922, ΑΤΩ's Delta Nu chapter house was only the second fraternity on UND's campus, moving into an aging archetypal lodging whose bones lasted over eight more decades before being razed. President Armacost observed that the new building's Collegiate Gothic architecture is both appealing and compatible with the brick and ivy style seen on campus today. at, in fact, was a nod to the alumni building committee and to the design architect, Bob Cunningham. Armacost, a fellow Greek, talked about the important role of the fraternity system in college life. (A personal observation: UND has a clear winner in its new leader, who is easily approachable, listens, and is responsive. e future of UND appears boundless with President Armacost at the helm.) UND Foundation CEO DeAnna Carlson Zink followed, highlighting significant contributions made by ΑΤΩ alumni over the years, both in philanthropy and in serving on its various committees, oen in leadership roles. DeAnna presented UND's Spirit Award to one of our own, who accepted the recognition on behalf of Team 3000 and who cited with gratitude the "spirit" of the 200-plus generous volunteers, donors, and alumni—alumni who believed the friendships forged, leadership learned, and social skills honed during their formative fraternity years remain relevant today. ose alumni both gave and volunteered, they said, because they want those who follow to experience these same groundings. Former alumni board member Dave Iverson '65 spoke of the rich brotherhood of Delta Nu, as exemplified by Dr. Min Hin Li 1917, who waited nearly 50 years to be initiated aer being denied membership by an ΑΤΩ National race exclusion clause, which was expunged from the fraternity's charter decades ago. Brother Li, although he had no "pin," demonstrated loyalty and perseverance in his dedication to our chapter, finally coming back to UND's campus from Hawaii to be in initiated in 1968. e dedication concluded with a rousing version of the "Russian Growler," a spirited drinking song whose popularity traditionally reigns over the somber recruitment week anthem, "e William Tell Overture." Chapter-led house tours and a social followed with Tau tales abounding. A Successful and Wonderful Dedication Foundation CEO DeAnna, First Lady Kathy and UND President Andy sing "The Russian Growler." David Iverson '65, speaks to the brotherhood of Dr. Min Hin Li '68. The ceremonial ribbon cutting drew applause. Gathering before the ribbon cutting. The Veterans Room plaque commemorates the late Capt. Ernest Bartolina '62, affectionately known as "Junior" by his many friends. DeAnna presents UND Spirit Award to campaign co-chairman Dick Anderson '62.

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