Phi Kappa Psi - University of Southern California

LAMPLIG HTE R LAMPLIG HTE R C A L I F O R N I A D E LTA C H A P T E R O F P H I K A P PA P S I - S U M M E R 2 0 2 5 A group of Phi Psi alumni gather for Christmas brunch at Newport Beach. Help Ca lifor n i a's r eColon izat ion ef forts Returning Stronger than Ever Terry Pearson '50 lives in Palos Verdes Estates, Calif. He served the U.S. Army in Korea from 1954-55, and Terry was a member of the Trojan Knights as well as serving as president of the Half Century Trojans. Terry was honored by the USC Alumni Association with the Distinguished Service Award. Email: pearsonta1@gmail.com Bob Allan '55 resides in La Jolla, Calif., where he is working on entitlement for 3,000 homes and several patents. Email: boballan1@mac.com Vern Vihlene Jr. '62 retired after 50 years in the film industry. He lives in Mission Viejo, Calif., and maintains his passion for photography. Email: vern@vihlene.com Gary Buckner '63 was one of multiple Phi Psi brothers who worked to promote music festivals in Atlanta, Texas, and Puerto Rico in 1969. He collaborated with Jed Hall '63, Chris Cowing '60, Ken Wilson '63, and Stephen Compass '64 on festival operations. Gary currently lives in Dallas, Texas. Email: buckner.construction@gmail.com Frederick Shaw '64 was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame at La Pierie College as a coach. He lives in Woodland Hills, Calif. Email: swamfred@aol.com Donald Klein '70 resides in Irvine, Calif. He is currently working on his retirement. Email: zkdk@cox.net John Henebry '84 recently met with Eric Beelar '83 to have lunch with their wives at the Nags Head in Covent Garden, London, in April. The two alumni were both visiting England at the same time and enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect abroad. Alumni News Alas! California Delta is back from the dead! After a six-year "hibernation," California Delta will officially welcome our first pledge class in fall 2026. We have representatives from National arriving in early August to assist with the recolonization/recruitment process. BUILDING OUR BROTHERHOOD We are preparing for an exceptional recruitment class this fall! We have lots of work to do between now and then. Over the past six years, our board's primary role was being a property manager for the house. As we approach the fall semester, we will need lots of assistance: We will have an "advisory" board working autonomously from the existing board. I will send details on each role for those who are interested. We will initiate a new mentor program with the assistance of National. This will enable alumni throughout the country to assist and educate California Delta initiates about industries and career choices. This will be communicated prominently during the recruitment process. With the chapter back on campus, we will need alumni financial support with house upgrades and more. If you would like to contribute with a one-time or recurring donation, please scan the QR code to visit caldeltapkp.causevox.com. STAYING ENGAGED Our revitalized California Delta alumni communications program is designed to foster stronger connections, engagement, and involvement within our fraternity while the chapter recolonizes at USC. Through newsletters, email updates, and more, we aim to bridge the gap between future undergraduates and esteemed alumni, cultivating a thriving network that celebrates our shared values and experiences. We're also excited to introduce our new website—explore it at uscpkp.com to stay connected and up to date. We are really excited about the next steps. We can't wait to reconnect with our California Delta alumni and get the house back to the top of the row! Fraternally, Peter McCormick '90, Corporation Board President • • • Scan Here!

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