Pi Kappa Alpha - Missouri State University

T his is a key year for Zeta Chi to solidify our growing presence on Missouri State University's campus. This is a reality taken seriously by both the efforts of active members and alumni. ZETA CHI LEADS THE WAY IN RECRUITMENT The chapter is projected to lead the campus in recruitment with a class of 50 new members, ranking among the top four-largest classes on campus. We honed in on the philosophy of recruiting "the absolute best men." The young men we've signed truly represent SLAG, with great high school GPAs, multiple presidents of high school student organizations, and multi-sport athletes (including an ex-Missouri State wide receiver). Overall, we're excited to welcome such genuine, quality men to our chapter. AIDING RELIEF EFFORTS FOR HURRICANE HARVEY We are anticipating a great turnout for Pike's Pulled Pork, even though the philanthropy event is only in its second year. Already, chapter members have live music booked, pork ready to be cooked, and buns on standby. All proceeds will be going toward the relief efforts of Hurricane Harvey. VISIT US FOR HOMECOMING Homecoming is scheduled for October 22-28. We are paired with the most recent addition to the Greek community and soon to be neighbor, Alpha Omicron Pi. The parade and tailgate are scheduled for October 28. What a great opportunity to see all of our accomplishments in person! We would like to invite all alumni to experience their favorite Homecoming traditions with Zeta Chi and have some fun. Fraternally, Keaton Leslie '15 Chapter President keaton3437@live.missouristate.edu ZX won House Improvement Project of the Year from Pike Headquarters. THE ZETA CHI PIKELINE 3 Donald "Kim" Hancock '77 immediately volunteered to restore the firetruck, ultimately earning him the Colonel Edward Baxter Award in 2011 for his work. Even though the restoration was challenging at every level, Kim persevered. In a letter addressed to Jim and his Zeta Chi brothers, Kim notes, "I am proud of the way it turned out. It has brought back a significant piece of our history together that will provide enjoyment for years to come." Today, Mike Pearson '75 is responsible for the upkeep of the Zeta Chi firetruck. "It reminds chapter members that this is a direct reflection of Pi Kappa Alpha men because it represents pride, hard work, and the good times shared by many." Mac is actively involved in the Zeta Chi Alumni Association and enjoys mentoring undergraduates through their college and professional life. He encourages alumni to join and support the association. "Once a Pike, always a Pike!" Mac can be reached at mac@kccapital.org. LEADING NATIONAL AND LOCAL GREEK COMMUNITIES Zeta Chi Excels in Recruitment and Philanthropy 2017 CHAPTER OFFICERS President Keaton Leslie '15 keaton3437@live.missouristate.edu Internal Vice President Jacob Moore '15 External Vice President Brett Dietrich '15 Recruitment Chairman Adam Basler '15 basler840@live.missouristate.edu Continuing Educator Ethan Johnson '16 New Member Educator Khalil Williams '13 Secretary Brad Wright '15 Housing Manager Alex Romas '16 Treasurer Ryan Dansby '14 Sergeant-at-Arms Tyler Swearingin '16 Risk Management Chairman Matt Waller '15 WELCOME, FALL 2017 NEW MEMBERS! Clayton Berry Cooper Branson Alec Buffum William Buford Sean Burton Josh Call Christen Christensen Jace Cottle Kameron Cox Cole Cutler Kaleb Davis Brandon Ditsch Alex Elliot Connor George Gunnar Gronberg Dominic Hahn Colton Haines Tyler Hall Adam Harrison Austin Hobbs Ryan Holmes Jared Huber Joshua Jones Ty Klicker Nathan Komadina Dane Larason Collin Lawson Chandler Luebbert Garrett Mason Camren Mirgeaux Blake Monsees Reid Parker Cole Phillips Jack Pike Austin Quandt Colton Schweigert John Sebag Brett Shearrer Ryan Stiff Cameron Stone Bryce Tinkham Ryan Toal Joseph Willoh Noah Zak Continued from page 2 Jake Weis '16 and Alex Schlitt '13 serve at the crawfish boil rush event.

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