OUR NEEDS
W
hile the experience is certainly more than the physical
structure, our home undoubtedly plays a significant
role in the development of our brothers. Our home at 101 E.
Burnam has been a part of Missouri Alpha Chapter's legacy
for more than 60 years and is definitely showing its age.
PHYSICAL & SAFETY NEEDS
• Bathrooms, dormitory rooms, mechanical/plumbing/
electrical systems, and much of the common area
space are inadequate and have reached the end of their
serviceable life.
• The City of Columbia has mandated all Greek
chapters complete installation of modernized
fire-safety equipment in their facilities by March 2016.
• Our renovated home will feature a whole-house,
fire-safety sprinkler system, as well as a modernized
electrical system with adequate outlets for computers,
printers, and other electrical appliances.
• This project will address our need for energy-efficient
windows, proper space allocation and usage, and
modernized bathrooms to meet the needs of our
members and cut down on maintenance expenses.
ACADEMIC & TECHNOLOGY NEEDS
• To remain academically competitive, we must
address the needs of today's students by providing
quiet, well-lit, and comfortable study space with
wireless computer access throughout the facility.
• Multiple areas designated for study, adequate
furnishings, and state-of-the-art technology will
help our members maintain a competitive edge.
COMPETITION
• Our home has not been renovated since 1989.
• Beta Theta Pi, Delta Sigma Phi, Delta Upsilon,
Gamma Rho, Phi Kappa Theta, and Sigma Chi have
recently renovated or rebuilt their facilities. These
new and renovated fraternity houses require us to
reevaluate what we are offering our members.
• Students expect their own space and plenty of
room for studying. Our plan will include suite-style
rooms with study space separate from the living/
sleeping areas.
"Undergoing these necessary
updates is critical for continuing the
tradition of excellence for the Mizzou
Phi Delts." –Charlie Digges '71
