Phi Kappa Theta - Iowa State University

A great teacher often teaches by example. There was no one who was a better illustration of living Phi Kap ideals than Greg Stein, City College of New York '70. True to the motto that he proposed at the 1975 Biennial Convention, Greg never stopped "giving, expecting nothing thereof." Like others who became part of Greg's circle of friends, I couldn't help but be motivated by Greg's commitment to the concept and ideals of Phi Kappa Theta. As a donor, volunteer, mentor, and leader, Greg never stopped giving. I first met Greg at the 1979 Convention when I was an undergraduate. Greg was quick to ask questions: where was I from, what's my major, and what was important to me. He demonstrated the importance of your relationship with him by remembering the details the next time he saw you. After college, my career took me to New York City. I was fortunate to reconnect with Greg there. He introduced me to his friends, family, and Phi Kap brothers from City College of New York. It is not surprising to know that Greg had the same authentic, generous, gentlemanly demeanor in all areas of his life. He profoundly impacted many people. In 1985, Greg took his first sabbatical as a public-school math teacher. He chose to attend ISU. He also chose to live at Iowa Xi Chapter. While he was entirely out of his big-city element, Greg jumped into Iowa Xi with both feet. Later, in 1999, Greg again chose Ames for his second sabbatical. Greg's love of Iowa Xi—the brothers and the house—showed in his words and actions. He gave generously to provide dinners, graduating senior ceremonies, scholarships, mentoring, tutoring, and donations and even hosted Phi Kap brothers and friends in New York City. Along the way, he developed many close friendships and attended countless brothers' weddings. He was also a national leader of Phi Kappa Theta for decades, serving as president and trustee emeritus of the National Foundation, editor of the Temple, and a recipient of the Distinguished Service Award. This summer, New York City officials announced that a street will be named for Greg for his 30+ years of LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS advocacy as well as his servant leadership to the local and national communities. Located in the borough of Queens, "Greg Stein Way" stands at Queens Boulevard and 77th Avenue in Forest Hills, Greg's community. It is in memory of how one person can lead a life of impact by investing in others. In a recent article in the Forest Hills Patch, David Kilmnick, president of the LGBT Network and New Queens Pride, commented on Greg's servant leadership. "He served as the treasurer of the AIDS Center of Queens County almost from its inception. He was the treasurer of the Queens Lesbian and Gay Pride Committee for over two decades. Greg never sought the spotlight. He just did the work, and he did it at a time when public opinion wasn't always in our favor." Because of Greg's impact at Iowa Xi, the Iowa Xi Foundation created the Greg Stein Endowment Fund to permanently fund several programs important to Greg. They include celebrating the achievements of graduating seniors, providing tutoring assistance, and offering need-based scholarships. The gift Greg left to the chapter during his estate planning served to help establish this fund. Greg Stein's legacy is still growing. Whether it is through his example, his relationships with others, his service to society, or the endowment fund in his name, Greg Stein continues to impact generations of brothers. Fraternally, Joe Rude '81 Lynn Schulman, District 29 New York City councilwoman, holds the Greg Stein Way sign. Far right is Daniel Dromm, former councilman and founder of Queens Lesbian and Gay Pride. Greg served as his campaign treasurer for years. Community leaders and friends of Greg Stein hold the New York City Council proclamation designating Greg Stein Way. G reg Stein's Legacy G ro w s XICLONE PAGE 6

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