Theta Chi - Drake University

Update your current contact information by e-mailing your phone number and e-mail address to drakethetachi@gmail.com. Thank You, Loyal Donors, for Committing $1,117,230 W e are deeply grateful to the brothers and daughters who have committed $1,117,230 to A Testament to Our Past, a Legacy for Our Future campaign. These individuals recognize the importance of ensuring the future of the Gamma Tau Chapter and have demonstrated a sense of gratitude for their personal experience by making an investment in the future of Theta Chi at Drake University. Commitments are still needed from the rest of our alumni to achieve our goal. If an error has been made in recording your gift, or your name has been mistakenly omitted or listed improperly, we sincerely apologize. Please advise our campaign coordinator by calling (785) 843-1661 so that we may make a correction. Leadership Society ($100,000 and above) Kenneth R. Krucks '75 David Schulte '83 In honor of Tom Rossley '82 Theta Chi for Life Society ($50,000 to $99,999) Jacque and Al Kopec '79 Anne and Tom Rossley '82 Michael E. Moran '85 "I Believe…" Society ($25,000 to $49,999) Anonymous In memory of Michael Long '83 Leslie and Joe Aiello '80 John Shrader '81 Matthew T. Sloan '83 John R. Riley '84 Jack Bell '85 Tom M. Wendorf '85 Christopher Faber '86 Laura and D. Michael Thompson '86 Bridget and Lance Crane '87 Nolan Mitchell '95 Builder of Character Society ($15,000 to $24,999) Joseph W. Kelly '84 Tom W. Olive '85 Kevin D. Rudy '85 Todd A. Andritsch '88 Chad P. Daugherty '93 Melissa Marth and Craig A. Paretti Jr. '97 True Friendship Society ($10,000 to $14,999) Gamma Tau Undergraduate Brothers Laurence K. Apple '78 Todd A. Elverson '78 Derek N. Guyton '78 The Hansen Family Gift Dave Hansen '78 Kyle Hansen '12 Mark Witke '82 Mickey R. Bernard '83 Bryan J. Blankfield '83 Douglas Hagerman '83 John W. Naylor '85 Christopher E. Swan '86 Steve Schneider '87 Darren M. Snyder '91 Mike J. Milliman '93 In memory of Matt Gaumer Stephen J. Holka '98 Ryan P. Marshall '08 Crossed Swords Society ($5,000 to $9,999) Al McCoy '54 Bill Brummond '75 Mark Fischer '78 Wendy and Tim Bellagamba '82 Bob Halpin '82 Jeffrey Herzberg '83 Munir B. Zaveri '84 Garth D. Adams '85 Kevin W. Hamburger, M.D. '85 David M. Jungquist '85 Allan L. Kepler '85 Scott Stevens '86 Jack L. Barber '87 and Mitch Flattum Andrew P. Krane '87 Lori and Rob Marshall '88 Bob Gillies '89 Paul J. Scranton '93 Sam Passer '95 Jessica and Mike Hall '98 Chris H. Branding '05 Chrissy and Jim Becker '06 Natalie and Jeff T. Remis '06 Beth and Aaron Talbott '06 1949 Society ($2,500 to $4,999) Steve R. Eckley '77 Stephen L. Appel '78 Michael Bates '79 Mary Jane and Jim Egan '79 Doug Hock '82 Matthew C. Crowl '84 Jeff A. Church '86 David A. Gellerman '87 Paul Minne '90 Michael J. Elston '91 Shawn A. Bennett '92 Anthony Coletto '92 Rick Uhlemann '92 Craig A. Vercoe '92 Andy D. Fales '93 In memory of Matt Gaumer Joe Turoff '93 In memory of Matt Gaumer Tony Brantzeg '94 Brian P. Dowling '94 Kevin D. O'Connell '94 Riki R. Hashimoto '95 Bryan D. Ptak '96 Tyson K. Lagoni '97 Michael R. Wendt II '97 Michael W. Allen '98 Brent J. Fuhrman '98 Joe Bein '01 In memory of R. Scott Branson Anne and Matt Levine '06 Nicholas Thierer '12 Red Carnation Society ($1,000 to $2,499) James B. Neylon '67 In memory of Larry Trometer '68 and Mike Lytle, KIA Vietnam 1969 Clarence T. Smallwood '81 Joseph P. Eilers '85 Jack Uldrich '86 Michael C. Goldsberry '91 Matthew L. Dorn '95 Doug M. Todes '95 Jonathan A. LaVoy '96 Brad L. Farrell '97 Jason Thiss '02 In memory of Scott Branson '02 Brotherhood Society ($500 to $999) Charles O. Frank '61 Mark Westcott '83 Mitch L. Martens '90 Jeff Daniel '07 Alumnus Gives Back to Gamma Tau J Joe Aiello '80 Encourages Chapter Support for Future Generations oe Aiello '80 was a dedicated undergraduate member of Theta Chi at Drake University. His time spent in the Gamma Tau Chapter house helped shape the person he is today, so he does all he can to give back to Gamma Tau. Residing in St. Charles, Missouri, with his wife, Leslie, Joe has worked as a defense contractor since graduating with a bachelor's degree in finance. He serves as chairman of the National Alumni Association at Drake, as well as a member of Drake's Board of Trustees, and is able to visit the chapter house and interact with both undergraduates and alumni several times a year. "It is so rewarding to get back in touch. I was out of touch for about 20 years and was able to reconnect about 12 years ago. It is awesome to see how much the undergraduates appreciate interaction with alumni," he said. Joe is extremely impressed by the growth and development of Gamma Tau. "I have to admire the guys stepping up and accepting much more responsibility for their actions, with regard to safety and respect for the law. They are also taking a more adult approach much earlier in their college careers, in their dealings with alumni, and trying to chart out their future," he said. Participating in A Testament to Our Past, A Legacy for Our Future campaign was an easy decision for Joe. "It's our turn now. I got so much out of the chapter—both as an undergraduate and as an alumnus. The chapter needs our support now and it's time for us to step up." He is hopeful for the positive effect the new chapter house and alumni center will have on Theta Chi at the university. "We will become the preeminent chapter on campus. We already have the men; with this campaign we will have the house too. It will reinforce the Theta Chi tradition on Drake's campus for years. Theta Chi will become the fraternity at Drake University." Joe urges brothers to participate in the campaign and reminds them that membership does not come without responsibility. "We've benefitted from our membership in Theta Chi, so it's time to pay it forward and provide those benefits to future generations of brothers." You can contact Joe by e-mail at jaiello@ bassikservices.com. Campaign Status At-a-Glance As of September 17, 2013 $1,856,000 Goal Total Committed $1,117,230 Number of Contributors 111 Joe T. Uhlemann '09 John W. Klebba '10 Others Donors (up to $499) James W. Stockham '50 Ted P. Keneklis, Ph.D. '66 Jim Dornfeld '75 Jeff Hatfield '88 William P. Schwarting '90 Joel P. Bennett '95 Jeffrey L. Morris '95 Blake Weins '10 Where Does Your Class Rank? I n the spirit of Theta Chi's love of competing, now is the time to join your graduating class in A Testament to Our Past, A Legacy for Our Future campaign. Help your graduation class reach 100%; your participation will not only help your class be recognized, it will help Gamma Tau chapter reach our campaign goal. If you have not joined those who have already contributed to the campaign, please do so now by returning the enclosed pledge card. Congratulations to the class of 1983, which is at 32% participation. You are leading the way, Brothers. We need more classes up there with you! Below are the 10 graduation classes with the highest participation in the campaign thus far. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 198332% 198531% 197527% 197826% 198226% 200625% 198623% 198719% 199718% 198418%

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