Beta Theta Pi - Purdue University

Q: Why did you decide to join Beta Theta Pi? A: I was amazed and in awe at the aesthetic beauty of the house. It was a castle! The camaraderie displayed by all the brothers and the zest for life that they all exuded was catching. When I came to Purdue, I only rushed Beta. This was the place for me. Q: If you could relive one college memory, what would it be? A: I would choose to go back and sit down for lunch! Whether it was retelling the social exploits from the past weekend, exaggerating the most recent sporting event, or planning how to tackle the next academic challenge, the lunch room was always a beehive of activity and always had a plethora of personalities on display. I was consistently astounded with the talents, capabilities, and diversity of my Fraternity brothers. Q: How do you stay involved as an alumnus? A: I have been an active participant of the alumni board. My primary responsibility has been heading up two alumni events each year— Homecoming and the Stag event. Both events have grown in popularity and have been a real labor of love for me. I also stay in contact with many of my Fraternity brothers. I am fortunate enough to work with Steve Klinger '86, so, I see him on a weekly basis. I also keep in close touch with Nick Pinchok '97, Jim Ford '88, Mike Kinder '86, John McRoberts '89, and Scott Attar '91. Q: Why did you feel it was important to support the Return to Dominance campaign? A: When the Beta Chapter was removed from Purdue's campus, I felt like an important part of my past and an important part of me was gone; wiped out. I selfishly wanted to get it reestablished because of what it meant to me. The castle at 150 Littleton Street is a magical place, and it has acted as glue and a rendezvous destination for me and my best friends for the past 30 years! But not so selfishly, I also wanted to make sure other young men had the same opportunity to have the life-changing experience that I had at the Purdue Beta house. Well, maybe this one is also a little selfish, because one of those young men will hopefully be my son, Xander Laurie, in 2027. I would like nothing more than for him to be a Beta Mu brother. Q: What would you say to encourage others to contribute to the campaign? A: I would strongly encourage them to come visit the house. Once they see firsthand the leadership the House Association is providing (Cary Wood '89), the enthusiasm and vitality of the new active Beta Mu brothers, and the remodeled beauty of our Chapter House, I am confident they will commit to supporting the campaign. The time is now. This is the most critical time in the history of our Fraternity on Purdue's campus. We need our brothers to rally behind this great organization. Q: Is there anything else you would like to add? A: I am excited about the future of the Beta Mu Chapter. I can't wait to see the remodeled Chapter House and meet the new outstanding young men who are going to lead the Fraternity back to dominance on Purdue's campus! I hated we had to go through this dark period, but the resilience, commitment, and love shown for this place by the alumni has been energizing. I am so thankful for the leadership Cary Wood has provided to us through this difficult time. I cannot think of a better Beta brother to fill this role. We're back! I could not be happier about saying that! John may be reached via e-mail at john.laurie@ jacklauriegroup.com. John Laurie '86 Passionate About Returning Beta to Dominance Q&A with John Laurie '86 4 BETA MU LINK John and his wife, Anne Overmyer Laurie, live in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with their three children: Edie (9), Kat (7), and Xander (6). " " The time is now. This is the most critical time in the history of our Fraternity on Purdue's campus. We need our brothers to rally behind this great organization. Nick Bachewicz Chesterton, Ind. Andres Barrio Mexico City, Mexico Nate Blachly Carmel, Ind. Evan Blissitt Noblesville, Ind. Aaron Bowers Indianapolis, Ind. John Brock Aurora, Colo. Matt Burke West Palm Beach, Fla. Diego Cabrales The Woodlands, Texas Charlie Crouse Indianapolis, Ind. Ken Dai Rochester, N.Y. Micah Dean Indianapolis, Ind. Jack Elisha Carmel, Ind. Ted Foussianes San Diego, Calif. Jon Jones Fishers, Ind. Steven Liang Atlanta, Ga. Andrew Lupkowski Farmington, Minn. David Maniglia Miami, Fla. Drew Marshall Fishers, Ind. Cameron Murray Westfield, Ind. Colin Myers Fishers, Ind. Vikram Puri Jalandhar, India Alex Reichenbach Atlanta, Ga. Logan Rubin Albuquerque, N.M. Daniel Seach Fishers, Ind. Ethan Smith Greenwood, Ind. Tiberiu Teodorescu Toronto, Canada Enrique Velez San Juan, Puerto Rico Nick Villani Carmel, Ind. Seth Voegele Lapel, Ind. Tanner Wilburn Muncie, Ind. Bryce Woolridge Carmel, Ind. David Work Carmel, Ind. Welcome, New Members! Induction Ceremony Held September 13

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