Sigma Phi Epsilon - University of Michigan

Founded 1912 • Michigan alpha chapter oF SigMa phi epSilon at the univerSity oF Michigan • Fall 2015 ICHIGAN ALPHA CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CLOSES WITH MORE THAN $1.13 MILLION IN DONATIONS Thank You for Supporting Michigan Alpha's Capital Campaign I n September 2011, Michigan Alpha launched a capital campaign, Pride in Our Past, Foundation for the Future, to raise $1.3 million toward purchasing a new chapter house in Ann Arbor. The official capital campaign has come to a close, and it is with great honor that we tell you that more than 250 alumni donated $1,137,705 to the housing campaign. This campaign has left no doubt that Michigan Alphas from all generations are alive, well, and willing to support their brothers. For those of you who gave generously, we extend a sincere thank you on behalf of all Michigan Alpha alumni spread across the world. We are dedicated to building on our past success and looking toward our future progress. It is your generosity that will allow current and future undergraduates to enjoy the Michigan Alpha Grows Stronger through the Grand Chapter Conclave Jake Sliman '18, Ben Keller '18, Henry Adams '17, and Matthew Davis '17 kick off the 2015 Conclave at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn. A t the 2015 Grand Chapter Conclave in Nashville, Tenn., the chapter was represented by four undergraduates: Chapter President Henry Adams '17, VP Programming Matt Davis '17, Jake Sliman '18, and Ben Keller '18. Additionally, four volunteers attended: Chapter Counselor Lauren Campbell, Central Michigan '89, Alumni Advisory Council Member Ted Behnken, Toledo '82, Resident Scholar Peter Carpenter, Western Michigan '15, and Michigan Alpha AVC President Rick Stepanovic '12. The undergraduate members attended a number of educational programs focused on improving chapter operations, in addition to voting for groundbreaking legislation, mandating that all chapters implement the Balanced Man Program by the end of the calendar year. Volunteers participated in programming focused on recruiting and training new volunteers, new mentoring committee resources, property management, member safety, and risk management. Lauren and Rick also met with the SENH Board of Directors to update them on the chapter's progress through the AAC process and discussed SENH's continued assistance with facility management. Overall, it was an excellent Conclave, and we're looking forward to sending an even larger delegation to the 2017 Conclave in Orlando, Fla., where we aim to once again be recognized with the Buchannan Cup for outstanding chapters. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN SUMMARY As of September 30, 2015 Campaign Goal $1.3 Million Total Committed $1,137,705 Number of Contributors 256 experiences that have helped shape each and every one of us. So again, thank you for helping to lay the foundation for the future of our chapter. As we move forward, I encourage you all to keep your Michigan Alpha bonds strong. If we haven't already, we would love to connect with you—whether you have questions, want to organize an alumni event, or just want to get back involved with the chapter. Feel free to reach out to our VP of alumni relations, Alex Prosperi '10, at apjp32@gmail.com any time. We look forward to hearing from you. Fraternally, Rick Stepanovic '12 AVC President

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