Alpha Chi Chapter of Phi Kappa Tau at Mississippi State University
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A L P H A C H I C H A P T E R 3 O ver the past year, Alpha Chi Chapter of Phi Kappa Tau has made tremendous strides toward securing a strong and sustainable future. In the fall, we moved into our temporary, off-campus house as construction began on our future on-campus home. Our fall philanthropy chairman, Jackson James '23, planned, coordinated, and hosted the first-ever Max's Mile—a campus-wide walk- and-talk event dedicated to raising awareness for mental health issues. Building on that momentum, our current philanthropy chairman, Nick Wilson '22, organized a benefit night at Boardtown Pizza and Pints, a local favorite, with proceeds going to the SeriousFun Children's Network. He is also hosting a Pre-Finals Car Smash, an event open to the entire campus to help students relieve some stress before exams. Leadership within the chapter continues to shine. Tanner Payne '23 and Thomas Holliman '22 were recently elected director and counselor trainer, respectively, for New Maroon Camp—Mississippi State's largest student-led organization dedicated to welcoming incoming freshmen. Caine Matthews '24 continued his impactful role as judicial council representative within the Student Association, helping shape university policies from a student perspective. From the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics to Reformed University Fellowship, the Mississippi State Barbecue Club, and everything in between, Alpha Chi brothers are active in nearly every facet of campus life. However, brotherhood remains at the heart of our chapter. Chaplain Keith Purvis '24 leads regular Bible studies open to all members. We've also fielded teams in intramural soccer, flag football, and softball—organized by Athletics Chairman Matthew Ryan '24. Last fall, several brothers volunteered with the Oktibbeha County Humane Society, constructing much-needed fencing under the leadership of our community service chairman, Preston Milem '23. Alpha Chi Chapter has accomplished great things this year, and we're excited to aim even higher in the months ahead. Fraternally, Charles Holliman '21 President pktax.president@gmail.com Alpha Chi on the Rise UPDATES FROM THE UNDERGRADUATES Alpha Chi makes the most of the nice weather with an outdoor chapter meeting. Greg Kendrick '22 and Keith Purvis '24 participate in a kickball tournament hosted by the women's and men's soccer clubs. Grow our numbers and expand opportunities. Increase involvement on and off campus. Enhance our philanthropic impact through events and community service. President Charles Holliman '21 Vice President Zane Hopper '23 Treasurer Jackson Morris '23 Secretary Andres Andino '24 Recruitment Chairmen Jack James '23, Caine Matthews '24 Member Orientation Officer Hayes Burk '23 VP Alumni Relations Clayton Moore '22 Social Chairman Gregory Kendrick '22 Athletics/Intramurals Chairman Matt Ryan '24 PR Chairman Caine Matthews '23 Scholarship Chairman Zach Taylor '24 Philanthropy Chairman Nick Wilson '22 T-Shirt Chairman Chuck Bailey '24 Chaplain Keith Purvis '24 Brotherhood Chairman Clayton Moore '22 Tailgate Chairman Braden Pegram '24 Borradaile Chairman Cameron Gremellion '24 Community Service Chairman Keith Purvis '24 Sergeant-at-Arms Nick Wilson '22 Historian Will Johnson '23 Chapter OffiCers Goals for Alpha Chi