Sigma Phi Epsilon - Missouri Gamma Chapter
310 S Arthur Ashe Blvd
Richmond, VA 23220-5706
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BEARTRACKS
FROM THE
EDITOR
T
hanks to Russ Wortham '71, who provided
photos from old Chapter Scrapbooks for this
issue. And also to the brothers who shared their
treasured photos (some dating back 60 years) for
the cover story. The fact that they still had them is
a testament to their valued memories we all share
as Mo Gamma brothers.
Photos can evoke rich memories of times past.
Recognizing this importance, and coming soon
to your inbox (included within our eTRACKS
banner), will be a link to Chapter Scrapbooks from
years past. If you aren't getting our eTRACKS,
then you are missing out. If you don't see (in the
"From" column) SigEp • Missouri Gamma in
your Inbox, check your Spam. If you still can't
find them, send us a note and we can help.
Your communications team is always trying to
improve on what you want to see and read about.
Please keep your comments coming, both good
and bad, but especially good, as these are the only
things we have to reward us for our non-salaried
positions!
Fraternally yours,
Dave Naeger '80
dnaegs@gmail.com
Guiding SigEp Forward
Through Volunteerism
S
igEp's courageous leadership in the fraternity
world is differentiated by the people we
bring together and the powerful experiences we
provide. We are proud of our SigEp heritage,
and our volunteers are key to this leadership.
With over 100 donors and volunteers, the
Missouri Gamma AVC is working to support
the future of our Chapter. As our SigEp
brothers prepare to welcome new members into
its brotherhood at MST this fall, MO Gamma
volunteers are investing their time and money to
provide scholarships, maintain the Chapter House,
and support the young men's learning experience.
We need a team of volunteers to help us with
our mission today and to maintain and grow it
for tomorrow. There are many ways for alumni
to volunteer with SigEp to shape our future.
Learn more about volunteering with SigEp today
at sigep.org/resources/alumni-and-volunteers!
Or drop one of the three of us a note:
Mike Hurst '74 stands proudly with his
coveted SigEp Cudgel at his home in St.
Louis. Another testament to his love for
his fraternity. (Please reach out to Mike at
md_hurst@yahoo.com if you know the story
behind this Cudgel.)
We are in a good financial position to
manage these large ongoing costs; however,
we realize a total house replacement in the
next 15-20 years may be required. Therefore,
the board has developed a plan that includes
setting aside appropriate capital each month
for an anticipated major expenditure.
At our annual meeting in December, we
approved our financial reports and elected
directors for the coming terms. But most
importantly, we said goodbye to long-term
Alumni Board Director Mike Hurst '74, who
is taking a well-deserved retirement. Mike
also has served as board secretary, treasurer,
housing chairman, president, and leader of
the house rebuild effort. The organization,
professionalism, and financial support he
brought to MO Gamma puts him on our
Mount Rushmore of outstanding alumni.
Mike has agreed to take on one final project:
the establishment of a 501(c)(3) charitable
non-profit to allow tax-free growth for funds
to support housing and scholarship funds.
Thanks, Mike, for your many years
of dedication to Missouri Gamma!
Dave Naeger '80
dnaegs@gmail.com
Steve Thies '72
smthies@gmail.com
Rocky Andes '79
andes.rocky@gmail.com
Our Home's Future
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