Tau Kappa Epsilon - Iowa State University

4 (Continued from page 1) COMING HOME FOR HOMECOMING THE CLASS OF THE MIGHTY 40 H o w Tw o Te k e s G r e w t h e C h a p t e r F o u r f o l d M itch Stock '65 E-819 and Bob Marcue '64 E-810 were elected by Chapter members for the role of recruitment co-chairmen for the summer of 1967. When the 1966-67 academic year ended, these two fanned out across the Midwest to find the very best men for Epsilon's 1967 pledge class. Armed with unbridled enthusiasm and Spike's often used line, "Rush is the lifeblood of the fraternity," they began to find those special and unique men who fit the profile of Epsilon recruitment candidates. Mitch and Bob also remembered Spike's other line about targeting TKE rush candidates, "Find men who have awoken from the slumber of mediocrity and whose sense of idealism has been stirred." Find them they did. From Huron to Dubuque to Iowa Falls to Maquoketa, they found those special men and extended bid cards. These new recruits would grow from wide- eyed freshman to seasoned Teke leaders in Epsilon's unique environment of excellence. In the fall of 1967, more new members were added, and the total number of new men pledged between summer and fall rose to more than 40. Thus, the term "Class of the Mighty 40" was coined by Spike. Mitch and Bob deserve much credit for their leadership in finding and bringing this mighty class to Epsilon Chapter. Special recognition also goes to Bill Tobin '64 E-811 for his leadership as chapter prytanis and Gene Lange '65 E-853, who served as chapter hegemon. Yours in the Bond, Roger C. Underwood '76 E-1239 rogeru@riverwoodmgt.com (515) 231-0151 In 2021, Bill coordinated the most successful Homecoming celebration to date; over 200 alumni attended the event to honor 100 years of TKE and tour the newly renovated Chapter House. "Coordinating such a widespread event isn't as intimidating as it may seem," Bill shared. "We make it easy to attend by making arrangements for the football game and tailgate. Once you account for the simple fact that we have an amazing fraternity and alumni, you have a catalyst for significant attendance." Bill's desire to facilitate an event that rekindles fraternal sparks and reminds alumni and actives of how influential Greek life can be created a memorable event that brothers can look forward to each and every year. "COMING TOGETHER AS A BROTHERHOOD REKINDLES FRATERNAL SPIRIT AND NURTURES OLD FRIENDSHIPS." "Every year, I receive many notes of gratitude for organizing the event. I am extremely proud of being able to provide to TKE and Tekes by establishing a fun-filled weekend each year that Fraters can look forward to," Bill said. "My favorite thing, however, is when I'm on the plane back to Charlotte, North Carolina, and I start thinking of ways to enhance the event, asking myself how we can make it even better for the following year." When asked why he gives back to the fraternity, Bill said, "Very simple. I feel that TKE gave me plenty when I was at college, so I am fortunate to be in a position to give back to them." You can connect with Bill (and share your favorite Homecoming memories and plans to attend Homecoming 2022!) at bill.schaphorst@maintenx.com. I n April 1956, Pi Xi was established at Iowa State College, and it was later dissolved on April 18, 1963, at Iowa State University. It was a sub rosa fraternity established at several Midwestern universities. At Iowa State, Pi Xi published the Pixie Press newsletter, one in the fall and one in the spring, where normal delivery was in the dead of night. It was printed, and not coincidentally, on yellow paper. The contents were cheap gossip directed at various individuals or groups. Millard Rigby "Spike" Kratochvil, the dean of students and Epsilon's Chapter advisor, wished to shut it down. I asked Spike what he would provide if Pi Xi was outed, and he offered a monetary award. I created a plan to possibly catch a Pi Xi member or members distributing the Pixie Press. Frater Doug McKiness '60 E-698 called me late on the evening of March 31, 1963. (Doug lived off campus and said his neighbors might be preparing a delivery.) I quickly went to 224 Ash and solicited the aid of Bob Bomgaars '61 E-732 and Al Mitchel '60 E-697 to form a plan. We decided to take turns watching the front (the usual place of nocturnal delivery) and apprehend the culprit. I can't recall who spied Larry Hemmen from Kappa Sigma fraternity, but all three of us confronted him red-handed. We contacted Spike in the morning, and Larry ratted out the membership under the threat of expulsion. On the afternoon of April 18, Spike announced the cessation of the existence of Pi Xi. Spike provided me a year's tuition from some fund he controlled. A few copies of the Pixie Press are in the archives at the Parks Library. Yours in the Bond, Jim Olberding '58 E-665 BRINGING DOWN PI XI JIM OLBERDING '58 E-665 SHARES HIS PART IN THE DISMANTLING

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