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President
Cody Conway '15
cc2744@msstate.edu
External VP
Daniel Newman '14
Internal VP
Walker Carter '15
Treasurer
Dylan Mccoy '15
Secretary
Koby Dobbs '15
Sergeant-at-Arms
Nate Sandy '15
Recruitment Chairman
Josh Booker '15
jeb880@msstate.edu
Soaring to New Heights
Colonel James Fisher '88 anks Gamma eta for Leadership Lessons
I
n the fall of 1987, Colonel James Fisher '88
instantly realized his connection to Pi Kappa
Alpha. Jay found Gamma eta's emphasis on
leadership and service refreshing. "We seemed
to have leaders in all aspects of student life and
were respected as a well-rounded fraternity who
continued a tradition of excellence in the Greek
system."
Living among brothers who were active with the
Interfraternity Council, student government, and
intercollegiate athletics promoted an achieving
environment in the chapter house. Jay fondly recalls
daily basketball games on the patio, football on the
front lawn, and annual events such as the famous
Super Bowl Party.
While attending the chapter house dedication, Jay
had the opportunity to reconnect with current
members and alumni. "We continually recruit
high-quality men with similar interests and high
expectations. e chapter house looks great and
should be a great place for continued excellence."
In fact, such an environment propelled Jay toward
his career path. Aer completing his degree at
MSU and pilot training at Columbus Air Force
Base, Jay went on to serve as an aviator for over
25 years in the Air Force. He achieved multiple
senior leadership positions, including instructor
pilot and vice commander for the entire Columbus
base. Ultimately, he rose to the rank of colonel
serving both in the United States and a year-long
deployment in Afghanistan. "Being affiliated with
Pike and brothers who had gone on to successful
careers gave me confidence that I also could be
successful."
Jay encourages undergraduate members to not let
obstacles or lack of focus halt the pursuit of their
goals. "Whether student government or recreational
organizations, find a place where you can plug in
and become a leader on campus."
e Pike standard for leadership and lessons
learned do not diminish in value aer graduation.
"e outstanding times I had as a Pike allowed me
to easily form friendships in the Air Force and apply
leadership lessons learned while at MSU. ese
lessons have contributed to a successful career as
a professional aviator and senior leader in the Air
Force."
Jay lives with his wife, Marla, and sons, Noel and
Luke, in Columbus, Mississippi. He can be reached
at jayfisherbulldog@gmail.com.
"e outstanding tim I had a Pike
allowed me to eily form friendships in the
Air Force and apply leadership lsons learned
while at MSU. e lsons have contributed
to a succsl career a profsional aviator
and senior leader in the Air Force."
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