Delta Tau Delta - Butler University

DELTA TAU DELTA Page 2 To donate, please visit www.butlerdelts.com. A fter arriving at Butler University, Zachary Roberts '03 became con- vinced Delta Tau Delta was the organization for him by Jeff Col- lignan '03. "I stayed with Beta Zeta Chapter because the brothers I had accepted and supported me for who I was, which is important during that phase in life. They helped me mature and turn into the man I am today." Zach's favorite memories include teasing his brothers in chapter, nights at the fire pit, and painting Mooky's beat-up Caprice Classic for the Home- coming parade. He looked up to and respected Tom Bodin '02, Tom Smith '01, Austin Dempsey '01, Lee Rhea '02, Russ Nichols '02, Steve Vedra '02, and many other brothers who kept the chapter together during recolonization. He advises undergraduates to remember these bonds and to not fear mak- ing mistakes. "I am proud to be a Delt because it is such a great source of positivity in my life. I am still in contact with many brothers and many are living such unique and interesting lives that it just thrills me to hear their stories and see what they are accomplishing." As a member of the house corporation board, Zach enjoys hearing about the chapter's accomplishments and what the undergraduate members are involved in. "I visit campus a few times a year and cannot believe how much it's changed. The campus looks and feels like a real university campus now with all the new buildings, and the addition on the Shelter is beautiful." He challenges alumni who have lost touch with their Beta Zeta brothers to become reengaged with the fraternity. "The benefit is just the positive vibes of knowing you have people that enjoy you for you and want see you succeed. There are no negatives in reconnecting with your old friends and brothers." Zach is the director of pharmacy operations at the Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center after serving as the director of pharmacy for Option Care for five years. "Beta Zeta has helped me in more ways than I could count. I know, without a doubt, I would not be who I am today without the love and support I had from my brothers. Butler taught me to be a pharma- cist; Beta Zeta taught me how to be an adult." Zach lives in Carmel, Ind., and can be reached at zroberts1981@gmail.com. R andy Claybrook '88 began his journey with Delta Tau Delta at the University of Alabama, where he asked his friend, George Harris, Delta Eta '86, about becoming part of the brotherhood. "My fraternity brothers were a major influence in guiding me through campus elections, becoming yearbook editor, and producing the huge campus-wide beauty pageant. Being a Delt opened doors on campus and pushed me to interact with faculty and other adults." Chapter advisors such as Johnny Owens, Delta Eta '61 and Bill Poole, Delta Eta '70 challenged the undergraduate members to uphold the core principles of the fraternity daily. Randy distinctly remembers lessons of diplomacy and manners during a special lunch at the University Club. "They guided us with high expectations, but always allowed us to self-govern, occasionally making mistakes and learning from them." In 2007, Randy moved to Indianapolis and inquired at Delta Tau Delta's International Headquarters about volunteering, which led him to Derek Burns '04 and Beta Zeta Chapter. "In the fall, I was invited by Derek Burns to Butler Homecoming to meet the brothers. Walking up to the Butler Shelter with its protruding porch reminded me of Tuscaloosa's Shelter and how our Delt ideals are represented by the stately columns. President Chad Miller '09 was standing on the porch welcoming parents and guests, and even though we had never met, he made me feel like an honored guest." The warm welcome Randy received that day was the start of a lifelong commitment to Beta Zeta. He served as advisor for seven years and now enjoys staying in touch through Homecoming, philanthropy events, and e-mails. "I have to say, the house corporation board, Beta Zeta founding fathers, and all alumni made this southern boy feel welcome. Beta Zeta brothers make everyone visiting the Shelter feel special because it's just what they are naturally trained to do." Working alongside alumni and undergraduates as part of the advisory team, Randy has witnessed firsthand the special bond each brother shares and extends to others. In 2007, the chapter maintained 75 men, but that number is now at 140. "Today, the brotherhood is much larger, but undoubtedly just as tight and just as bonded. I'm proud that the brothers remain men of chivalry on campus and are actively engaged in the community." AN OATH OF A LIFETIME How Beta Zeta Impacted Zachary Roberts '03 "I hope alumni from all eras will come to the Beta Zeta alumni cocktail reception on the Friday night before Homecom- ing, and if you haven't been to Butler recently, check out the new and improved Shelter. As we say down south, no invitations are required; just show up." Randy Claybrook '88 Thankful for Beta Zeta COMMITTED TO THE BROTHERHOOD (Continued on page 4) "Beta Zeta has helped me in more ways than I could count. I know, with- out a doubt, I would not be who I am to- day without the love and support I had from my brothers. Butler taught me to be a pharmacist; Beta Zeta taught me how to be an adult." Zach in a World War II "Easy Company" foxhole in Bastogne.

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