Tuesday, October 22, 2024

2024 Homecoming Recap

Brothers,
Gamma Phi Chapter of Theta Chi hosted an open house for NWU's homecoming weekend on October 5th. After introductions of attendees, Dana Richardson, past national Grand Chapter Theta Chi member, presented Michael Biertzer with the 2024 Reginald E. F. Colley Award. This is the most prestigious individual honor that Theta Chi bestows CONGRATULATIONS BROTHER BIERTZER!!

Gamma Phi President, Louis Gilmore, presented the state of the Fraternity address with more great news that Gamma Phi received the Alter Award which is the highest honor that a chapter can receive. ANOTHER BIG CONGRATULATIONS!!

Alumni Trent Maly gave the building corporation report that there is on-going planning for future house repairs including basement wall repairs and kitchen remodeling but no definite time schedule is required as of now. Brother Maly also had great news that the tax assessment for the house has been greatly reduced from the original assessed valuation by Lancaster county enabling the actives to maintain a reasonable housing
cost.

Alumni Brian Grummert provided an update on the Scholarship Fund with a request for immediate donations to adequately support the current 4.0 actives. The current 33 members of Gamma Phi have a GPA of 3.70 average. Please consider donating to this very worthy cause. Brother Grummert stated that 18 current actives have a GPA of 3.75 or higher. WOW!!

Alumni Greg Bergt reported on the 2024 Gamma Phi reunion in Omaha this past July which was generously hosted by Sid and Sara Meridith. A great time was had by all and we are awaiting to schedule the 2025 reunion at a place and time TBD. Brother Bergt also reported that the memorial fund currently has sufficient funds.

Brother Bergt then acknowledged the passing of four brothers in the past year (Lonnie Slaughter '60,Claude Windgrove '67, David Baisinger '67 and Stan Carlock '77).

The meeting was concluded by a rousing duet of Larry Ruth and David Claus leading a number of Theta Chi songs with all attendees vocalizing in perfect harmony!

The house was then open for homecoming. The honors, awards, recognitions and achievements continue for the men of Gamma Phi. I hope the alumni will continue to support this very extraordinary and exemplary group of collegiate leaders.

Gamma Phi Alumni Chair,
Greg Bergt '71

Thursday, March 21, 2024

2024 Gamma Phi Reunion (JULY)

July 10th-11th-12th

Omaha, NE

Sid and Sara Meridith have graciously offered to host the 2024 Theta Chi reunion in Omaha on July 10th, 11th and 12th. They have also provided the attached schedule for the reunion and have made the necessary arrangements as indicated.

Again, a big thank you to Sid and Sara for hosting this event and a hearty Theta Chi appreciation for another reunion to be enjoyed by all.

Hotel: The Cottonwood by Kimpton formerly The Blackstone Hotel 302 South 36th St Omaha, NE 68131. Block of 20 rooms at $209/night $30 valet parking or there are other paid lots in the neighborhood.

This hotel is within two blocks of Midtown Crossing, lots of shopping and restaurants.

Booking link: Wesleyan Theta Chi Reunion or 1-800-546-4866 and use WTC reference code.

Agenda: click to download

Wednesday, July 10th - The opening night cocktail party -Kimpton Cottonwood. Golden Spur Room 5pm-7pm.

Thursday, July 11th - Open Day for Individual Activities.

10am-2:30pm - Ollie the Trolley

Continuous Loop: Kimpton Cottonwood - Luminarium - Lauritzen Gardens - Henry Doorly Zoo

Ollie The Trolley will then pickup attendees, at 5:30pm, to take to Werner Park for the Storm Chaser game @ 7:05 with ticket. Food & Beverages provided and service begins at 6pm. Ollie The Trolley back to Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel after the game.

Friday, July 12th - Open Day for Individual Activities.

4:30pm - Ollie The Trolley to Meridiths’

Supper & Cocktails 5pm-10pm

Tom Kuhn Memorial Shuffleboard Tournament 6pm

Ollie The Trolley back to Kimpton Cottonwood 10pm

Luminarium - kiewitluminarium.org

Lauritzen Gardens - omahabotanicalgardens.org

Henry Doorly Zoo - omahazoo.com

Welcome Cocktail Party, Trolley Rides, Baseball Game & Shuffleboard Tournament Are Complimentary

For any questions and sign up for activities: Sara Meridith 402-650-6428

Download the PDF Agenda for the weekend