Sigma Chi - Auburn University

2 THE AUBURN SIG Welcome, New Members Lenny Bankson '28 Auburn, Ala. Watson Boren '27 Peachtree Corners, Ga. Tate Colson '27 Brooks, Ga. Eliot Griffin '26 Headland, Ala. Landon Hyland '27 Milton, Ga. Mason Taylor '27 Prattville, Ala. Luke Wilson '27 Charlotte, N.C. A uburn Sigma Chi Foundation's Leadership Speaker Series is an annual event where successful alumni are invited to share career insights. This event aims to help chapter members transition from college to their professional lives by focusing on career planning, leadership, and personal growth. Dr. Jay Gouge '69 delivered the inaugural talk, setting a high standard by offering advice on navigating career choices and preparing for the workforce. On April 4, 2023, David Gray '93, president and CEO of Stoneybrook Ventures, former CEO of Daxko, and member of the Birmingham Business Journal's Power 60, spoke to the chapter about his successful business career, military service, and the impact of Sigma Chi on his post- college path. David emphasized the importance of setting career goals and being proactive when researching potential employers, especially for internships. He also reflected on how his military experience shaped his approach to leadership and business, stressing discipline, teamwork, and adaptability. David concluded with advice on interviewing and job decision-making, encouraging students to align their career choices with personal values and company culture. You can catch up with David at stoneybrookventures.com. Aerward, David helped award the 2024 Foundation scholarships, presenting $2,500 scholarships to Vincent Indovina '25, Landon Miller '26, Eric Barnet, and Feb Aba '26. To date, the Auburn Sigma Chi Foundation has presented over $140,000 in scholarships to undergraduate brothers. Officers standing in for the 2024 scholarship winners: Cademon Hunt '27, Landon Miller '26, Camden Cantrelle, and Colin Rigor '25 "From my first visit to Auburn, I had the chance to meet a few Sigma Chi members and immediately felt like I belonged. eir connection was evident, but what truly stood out was how they welcomed me like one of their own. Since then, I've forged incredible friendships and created memories I'll cherish forever." –Mason Taylor '27 "At my very first Sigma Chi event, I could feel that the brothers were genuinely interested in building meaningful connections. An old friend from high school introduced me to a few others, and the kindness I experienced was unforgettable. Being part of this fraternity has given me lifelong friendships and countless memories, and I'll always be grateful for choosing Sigma Chi." –Tate Colson '27 "I didn't know what my calling for college was going to be, but I feel like the Lord led me to Sigma Chi. I have been given a platform to speak into the lives of brothers and to grow faithfully into a stronger man." –Watson Boren '27 Hear why they joined: Brothers Gain Valuable Insight Through Leadership Speaker Series For more information on giving to the Foundation, email John Smyth '93 at jsmyth@maynardnexsen.com.

• Cover