Delta Upsilon - University of Missouri

The Duck Call A Publication of Delta Upsilon at the University of Missouri • Winter 2014 MISSOURI CHAPTER ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION CAMPAIGN TO BUILD NEW CHAPTER HOUSE S More Than $2.2 Million Raised in Early Commitments from Dedicated Brothers ince Missouri Chapter's founding in 1924, our house has played an integral part of chapter life, a shared symbol of our tradition at the University of Missouri, and a welcoming home for our undergraduate men. We all gained from our Delta Upsilon membership. Many of us can say it helped form who we are today. UNIVERSITY HOUSING INCREASINGLY COMPETITIVE MISSOURI CHAPTER NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT It is now time to aggressively realize our goal of constructing a new Chapter House. To date, early commitments from dedicated Missouri Chapter alumni, friends, and undergraduates total more than $2,200,000. The undergraduates have already shown their support and loyalty to the campaign by pledging $140,000. We now seek additional support from our broad and loyal alumni base to complete this project. There is no doubt that our house has served us well for over 53 years. Hundreds of young men have had the fortune of calling 711 Tiger Avenue home. However, time has definitely taken its toll. Our house is no longer one of the most attractive places to live. In fact, it is a hindrance to recruitment. Not only has the city of Columbia mandated that all Greek chapters complete installation of modernized fire-safety equipment, but we need to compete with upgraded fraternities, residence halls, and off-campus living options to ensure we are providing a safe and attractive facility. The Building Our Next 100 Years campaign is not just about honoring our storied chapter; it's about securing our future. Thanks to the alumni who came before us, we all had the opportunity to join Missouri Chapter and be a part of something special. There is little doubt that each of us benefitted from the unique experience and opportunities that the fraternity provided, not to mention the lifelong friendships we gained. This campaign presents us with a significant opportunity to give back at a time that matters most. $3 MILLION NEEDED TO CREATE FIRST-CLASS FACILITY Now is the time to join us in helping provide the same wonderful experience to a new generation of young men. In the coming weeks, you will receive information detailing the project and the ways in which you may help. We hope you will join our growing list of loyal supporters, who wish to ensure the lasting impact of the DU experience. At the start of this campaign, a group of alumni studied the alternatives and developed a solid strategy to provide a facility that will meet the needs of our undergraduate brothers well into the 21st century. To this end, architects and consultants were engaged to develop a needs assessment, architectural plans, and fundraising goals. These diligent efforts have produced a comprehensive plan to build a first-class facility and ensure the continuity of the legacy that each of us helped build. INSIDE: Donor Spotlights pg. 2 Thank You, Loyal Alumni pg. 3 MORE INFORMATION TO COME Fraternally, Bruce McKinney '74 Campaign Chairman ebmckin@aol.com | (816) 260-5735 Alumni Update pg. 4 Tailgate Draws Alumni pg. 5

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