Sigma Phi Epsilon - University of Michigan

Founded 1912 • Michigan alpha chapter oF SigMa phi epSilon at the univerSity oF Michigan • Fall 2014 ICHIGAN ALPHA CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN H ave you considered the impact your gift would have on Michigan Alpha? More than 250 alumni and friends have responded to the campaign, and 25 of those donors stepped up in 2014. We are grateful for all our donors and volunteers who demonstrate what it means to be a lifelong member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. However, the future of Michigan Alpha cannot rely on the support from the previous years—our success hinges on the continued involvement of our current donors and of the new participation we hope to see from the nearly 900 brothers who have yet to give. Where Is Your Pledge Card? Have you put your pledge card away to be dealt with later? Has it been misplaced? In whatever D r. Michael Wood '85 BS, '88 MD first connected with the Michigan Alpha chapter when his older brother, Bill Wood '78 BS, '84 MBA, played a role in re-establishing the house in the 1970s. "I joined SigEp since the men had great balance; they were fun, sports focused, and had good GPA's." "SigEp helped me learn how to be a team member with guys of different backgrounds, educational aspirations, and experiences." Mike recalls moments of teamwork with his SigEp brothers, including grilling and selling hotdogs before football games on the corner of Hill and State. Mike and his SigEp brothers also won the All Sports Championship in 1983. Now that Mike has relocated to Ann Arbor, he hopes to become more active as an alumnus. "I am thankful that Doug Ilgenfritz '84 and Dennis Howell '83 reached out to me to support the capital campaign." Mike encourages other alumni to contribute what they can to the capital campaign so the members can have as positive of an experience as he did. "Remember how much being in the house and being a SigEp meant to you." Mike keeps in touch with many of his brothers by visiting them, attending football games together, and taking canoe trips. "Two of my best friends in the world are my SigEp brothers, Fritz Hyde '85 and Paul Thomas '85; I spend time with them regularly." Mike resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He is an associate professor of pediatrics and the clinical director of the Pediatric Diabetes Program at the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital. He spends his spare time woodworking and renovating his new home in Ann Arbor. He also attends the Michigan football and basketball games. Mike's wife of 28 years, Maureen, and their children, Andy, Tim, and Mary, all attended the University of Michigan. Mike offers the same words of wisdom to SigEp undergraduates that he would share with his own children. "Make sure you do your best in everything you do. Being a good student, athlete, friend, or brother is always about the effort." Contact Mike at Woody4211@gmail.com. you can Make a diFFerence in Michigan alpha'S Future Lend Your Support to Sigma Phi Epsilon way you can, we ask each and every one of you to participate. Use the five-year pledge plan to benefit both yourself and Michigan Alpha. There is a replacement pledge card enclosed in this newsletter for your convenience. Please don't toss it aside or throw it away—fill it out now for the future of our chapter. The renovations may be complete but the financial responsibility remains and we're relying on your support. Make Your Mark in 2014 For those of you who have not given, we appreciate any amount you feel you can give toward this project. Every dollar counts to help us reach our fundraising goal of $1.3 million. The campaign is ending December 31, 2014. Time is almost up in helping out with this campaign. Sigma Phi Epsilon Alumnus Tells of Meaningful Moments and Giving Back Mike Wood '85, Maureen Wood, Tammy Wood, Will Wood, Mary Wood, Tim Wood, and Andy Wood. Remember, all donors who contribute a minimum of $2,500 will be listed on a prominent plaque hung within the walls of the chapter house. Please take advantage of our five-year pledge payment option and establish your influence on the campaign in 2014. Our success depends on YOU. With your participation, there is no limit to what we can accomplish together. Fraternally, John J. Kapusky '69 Campaign Chairman (248) 767-7890 jjk514@gmail.com JOIN MIKE AND MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TODAY!

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