Phi Delta Theta - DePauw University

p. 2 The DePauw Phi DePauw anD wabash Phis ComPlete Relay of monon bell Game ball, Raise $11,000 foR als Article originally published November 15, 2016, www.phideltatheta.org M embers of DePauw University (Indiana Zeta) and Wabash College (Indiana Beta) Phi Delta Theta Fraternity chapters presented the game ball to officials prior to the start of this week's 122nd Monon Bell football game. In conjunction with the relay, the two chapters raised $11,000 for The ALS Association's Indiana Chapter. The ball was relayed on foot and bike between the two campuses this past Friday in advance of the classic. "The idea is to raise both awareness and funds for our International Fraternity's philanthropic partner – The ALS Association" said DePauw chapter President Jack Rotman '18. "In addition, it helps to set a tone for the respect we have for the event and the competition." ALS–commonly known as "Lou Gehrig's Disease"–is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. As many as 30,000 Americans may currently be affected by ALS. The ALS Association is the only national non-profit organization fighting this disease on every level. As The "Iron Man" Lou Gehrig was a member of Phi Delta Theta, the Fraternity has adopted ALS as its international charity. The Monon Bell football game, first held in 1890, is staged annually between Wabash and DePauw – two stalwarts of NCAA Division III athletics and both highly regarded national liberal arts colleges. The trophy is an old locomotive bell donated by the Monon Railroad Line which once had service between the two cities. DePauw Phi Delt Little 5 bike riders transported the ball halfway between Greencastle and Crawfordsville. Then, a team of Wabash Phi Delt runners brought it the rest of the way back to the home of this year's contest. This is the fourth consecutive year for the event," shared Wabash Chapter Adviser Jim Dyer '83. "This year, we'll eclipse $31,000 in donations to ALS Indiana. We are grateful to DePauw and Wabash's Athletic Directors for their support of this very positive event." Courtesy of www.phideltatheta.org. Rob Doyle '82 Named Head Football Coach at Bishop Chatard High School R ob Doyle '82 was recognized for his hard work and dedication to Bishop Chatard High School with a promotion to varsity head football coach in January. Rob has been a coach at Bishop Chatard for the past 12 years, working with both the freshman and varsity programs. As a partner in the Indianapolis law firm Due Doyle Fanning & Alderfer LLP, Rob is modifying his practice in order to lead the football program going forward. These efforts are much appreciated by the school and are supported by his law partners and staff at the firm. During his undergraduate years at DePauw, Rob started as quarterback for three seasons and broke Tiger season marks in attempts, completions, yards passing, and touchdown passes, and twice tied the school record of four TD passes in one game. His senior season, Rob led his team to 9-1 and a No. 9 ranking in the final NCAA Division III poll. He was inducted into the DePauw Athletic Hall of Fame in 1999; the 1981 team was inducted last fall. Rob says, "I am deeply appreciative to the administration of Bishop Chatard for providing me with the opportunity to lead our grand program. Bishop Chatard High School is a special place, and I look forward to working with our teachers, families, and student-athletes to provide the best academic, spiritual, and football experience possible." ALUMNI UPDATE CHAPTER GRAND Marvin "Marv" Christman '44 entered Chapter Grand on August 14, 2016, as a resident of Tacoma, Wash., at the age of 93. He was a sales director for General Electric; a personnel manager at Kenworth Truck Company, a division of Pacific Car and Foundry; and an executive director of the Evergreen Safety Council. During the 1962 World's Fair, Marv was the general manager of the General Electric Exhibit. He is survived by his children, Gary, Denny, and Beverly; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Marv will be fondly remembered for his love of life, sparkle in his eye, laughter, sense of humor, positive attitude, generosity, strength, encouragement, and love of family. Barry Bort '54 entered Chapter Grand on August 28, 2016, as a resident of New Paltz, N.Y. He was an English professor from 1984 until his retirement in 2007 at SUNY-New Paltz. He loved teaching. His knowledge of Victorian, Asian, and Western literature and culture was spellbinding. He traveled the world, enjoyed long drives through the Valley, enjoyed mountain hiking, and was a devoted Chicago Cubs fan. He is survived by his four children: Peter, Sandra, Stephen, and Nicholas. ALUMNI NEWS Val Price '50 is active in his church and VFW in Western Springs, Ill. He spends time traveling and running. He says, "At age 88, I still run every day. My total mileage exceeds 61,000." James Mitchell '55 enjoys spending time with his wife, Sandra, in their home in Teaneck, N.J., and teaches vocal lessons to students. James looks forward to seeing the new house in 2020. E-mail: jim33xam@gmail.com

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