THE GREEK PULSE. Welcome Back Greeks! GOING GREEK...IT S A RUSH! The Second Edition of The Greek Pulse A Newsletter for the Greek Community

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1 THE GREEK PULSE ADS COM P STE ILED B NDE YA NAR R OS DAN AND GAM TUCK A Y UW A TA. E M A R I E T TD DU D September 2008 TA. E M A R I E T DU Issue No. 2 Marietta College The Second Edition of The Greek Pulse A Newsletter for the Greek Community Welcome Back Greeks! GOING GREEK...IT S A RUSH! Delt Alumnus Becomes National Consultant page 4 IFC Gears up for RUSH page 6-7 Lambda Chi Alpha Hosts Annual Watermelon Bust page 9 Get To Know a Greek page 10 Panhellenic Council: BE MORE. BE GREEK page 8 Pedal to the Point with Alpha Tau Omega page 2 Chi Omega Sisters Out and About page 5-6 Alpha Xi Delta Welcomes a New Sister page 3 Sigma Kappa Receives One Star Award at Convention page 3 Cheers! For Derek E. of Delta Tau Delta for Getting Stuck in a Glass Box. Jeers! For Constant Construction on MC Campus Delts at Convention Sisters Kate Knight and Megan Moore at AXD Lambda Chi s at mud volleyball No Matter the Letters We re GREEK All Together

2 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 2 Brothers Dan Miska, Marcus Howell, Michael Aboukhaled, Roger Patterson, Dan Clunies, Tony DeSimone, Dan Holloway and Friend Molly Gore By Zohare Kahn! On the weekend of August 16-17, 2008 the Ohio Beta Rho chapter of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity entered a team and joined 2034 other bicyclists on the Pedal to the Point, a two day 150 mile bicycle ride to and from Berea and Sandusky, OH. The purpose of the ride was to raise funds to combat Multiple Sclerosis. The number of people living with MS increases every hour of every day. This astonishing rate is not going to diminish, nor will it stop, until a cure has been found. Research has made incredible advances recently, but the world can still only offer disease management drugs and therapies to the 400,000 people living with MS in America, including more than 18,000 Ohioans.!! The ATO s formed a team, because they knew that riding 150 miles is nowhere as difficult as confronting a lifetime with Multiple Sclerosis. While they rode for all those suffering from this disease, they specifically rode for the Pedal to the Point with Alpha Tau Omega! wives of two alums and the sister of another.! The team consisted of current brothers/students Michael Aboukhaled 09, Dan Clunies 10, Tony DeSimone 09, Molly Gore 10, Dan Holloway 09, and Marcus Howell 10. In addition they were joined by alumni Dan Miska 97 and Roger Patterson 62.! The team was highlighted by Brother Dan Clunies, who chose to make the ride on a unicycle, rather than a traditional bicycle.! Friday evening prior to the ride, the team had a pre-ride pasta dinner with two Cleveland area alums Rich Hart 78 and Rich Boening 78.! As of September 1, 2008, the team has raised $6100. Donations are being accepted until September 30, Donations have been received from alums as a result of an article in the chapter newsletter and fund-raising by both members of the team and nonriding brothers. Brother Dan Holloway and Dan Mikas ATO plans to make Pedal to the Point a significant annual philanthropy involving both active and alumni members of the fraternity.

3 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 3 Alpha Xi Delta Welcomes New and Old Sisters Back! By Emily McGinty! The women of Alpha Xi Delta are proud to introduce Ang Sims with New Sister Sarah Hathaway their newest member, Sarah Hathaway. Sarah is a junior who transferred from Marshall at the beginning of this semester. Formerly an enthusiastic member of Alpha Xi Delta, Gamma Beta chapter at Marshall, the ladies of Beta Xi are thrilled to welcome her to their sisterhood of women. Sarah is a Biology major and French minor. In her spare time she enjoys shopping and Guitar Hero.! The ladies were glad to welcome home Britt Howell, Danielle Rodriguez, Erin Todd, and Mel Schulte who studied abroad last semester. They are also keeping in touch with Laura Aldrich and Mandy Bics, who are studying abroad this semester.! The ladies recently held an all- Greek barbeque. There was plenty of food and corn hole to go around. Even President Jean Scott made an appearance. They also entered four teams in the annual Watermelon Bust and collected 240 pounds of food all together.! Alpha Xi Delta women are currently studying hard to start the semester off right and looking forward to Stars for Sigma Kappa! By Rachel Mecklenborg Axi s Dressed as their Founders "If I paid for my friends, I surely didn't pay enough." - Unknown! Sigma Kappa was awarded One-Star of Excellence at our convention in Mineral Wells, California this summer. Britney Nannah and Sagan Malko represented Beta Theta at convention and learned about our ritual and values and were given the privilege to meet some our national officers.! Sigma Kappa were world travelers this summer. Rachel Mecklenborg studied in Spain. Shauna Payne completed a service project in Ghana. Emily Balser traveled to Thailand as well.! This week Sigma Kappa is volunteering at the O Neil Center as part of our commitment to our philanthropy of Gerentology. We also have our Scholarship Dessert when our women with the most improved GPA, highest GPA, and the Sophomore with the highest freshman year GPA are recognized for their efforts. Sagan Malko, Brittany Nannah and Tori Caracciolo! We are focusing on our Fall Recruitment Plans and are excited for our Greek community to expand through fraternity rush and sorority recruitment.

4 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 4 By Jordan Stryker Nick Aylward Newest Delta Tau Delta National Consultant Delts At Convention! Epsilon Upsilon s own Nick Aylward has been chosen to become one of Delta Tau Delta s newest chapter consultants. Chapter consultants provide capable leadership to undergraduate Delts and assists in their development, both personally and as Delts. The position also helps to sustain the high standards of excellence of Delta Tau Delta nationally.! Brother Aylward was a History/ Theater double major and graduated last May. He has been a tremendous asset to the Epsilon Upsilon chapter seeing as he served as philanthropy chair, vice-president, and president of our chapter. Not only has Nick been a shining example to the chapter but to the entire Marietta College campus. He was on the student senate executive board, a Resident Assistant, Relay-For-Life planning committee, and these are only a few.! We at Epsilon Upsilon, know that Nick will continue his journey through a life of excellence by helping other chapters that may be in need of people like brother Aylward.! In response to how he felt about being hired on as a chapter consultant, Nick responded with, It is a privilege to be able to Brother Nick Aylward give back to an organization that has already given so much to me. We at Epsilon Upsilon only wish the best for Brother Aylward, who has proven time and time again to a true friend and true brother.

5 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 5 Chi Gamma Around the World Summer Adventures from the Ladies of Chi Omega By Leanne McCullough This summer, Megan McGrath, Shelby Belknap, and Tara Kurilchick traveled to St. Louis, MO for the biannual Chi Omega Convention. At the Convention, themed Gateway to Sisterhood, the Marietta girls made connections with Chi O s from across the country. Even though the girls got trapped at the top of the Gateway Arch for two hours, the trip was not ruined. At the Award s Luncheon, the Chi Gamma Chapter received an Award of Achievement. This award recognizes chapter s that show excellence in the Fraternity s six purposes: friendship, career development, community service, high standards of personnel, sincere learning and credible scholarship, and participation in campus activities.! Leanne McCullough spent her second summer in the Nations Capitol, this time as an intern in the Ohio Senator s Office of George V. Voinovich. Leanne spent 7 weeks researching legislation, attending briefings and hearings, and making valuable networking connections. She was able to attend presentations by Defense Secretary Robert Gates, Former Secretary of State Colin Powell, and ABC news analyst Cooke Roberts. In her spare time, Leanne was able to tour the Pentagon, the White House, and watch the Congressional Republicans beat the Congressional Democrats in the annual baseball game.! Diana Hackenburg was thousands of miles away from Ohio this summer, in Winthrop, Washington interning for the non-profit organization; Pacific Biodiversity Institute. Diana had many tasks, including vegetation mapping and GIS-GPS mapping in Washington s numerous State Parks. She was also able to assist in a beaver relocation project. On the weekends, Diana continued to explore Washington by climbing mountains, rafting, boating, and having encounters with bears and coyotes. Of describing the life changing experience, Diana said Don t be afraid to climb mountains literally, because the view from the top will take your breath away.! Gwen Chamberlain, Jackie Hartle, Shelby Belknap, Katie Rinaldo, and Emily Davis Continued on Page 6 Below Diana Hackenburg at the Pacific Biodiversity Institute

6 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 6 Gwen Chamberlain, Jackie Hartle, Shelby Belknap, Katie Rinaldo, and Emily Davis in Africa Continued from Page 6 traveled to Ghana, Africa as part of the McDonough Leadership Program. While there, they delivered computers to an elementary school in Hohoe, Ghana and also spent two days teaching students various subjects, including world geography and math. They were also able to meet and have a Q&A session with government officials. Shelby Belknap explained that the heartbreaking part of the trip was visiting the slave castles that the English and Dutch used to export slaves to the United States. The trip was a learning experience and a valuable life lesson for all.! Summer brought some other Chi Omega s back to campus. Ginny Hynes, Danette Curiale, Emily Harding, and Leanne McCullough spent a week in June as Freshmen Orientation Leaders. Also, Diana Hackenburg returned to campus as an EXCEL workshop leader.! Summer took the Chi Omega s across the United States, and indeed the world. But all women are glad to be back on campus for a successful new year. IFC Greek Speak Fall Rush Brings Flurry of Activities By Patrick Hahe! The Interfraternity Council of Marietta College has scheduled its Fall Rush for the week of September 14.! On September 14, Interfraternity Council will be hosting a fraternal life info session. Starting at 7 PM, freshmen can meet in the lobbies of their dorm (upperclassmen should report to the Dorothy Webster front entrance) to meet with IFC officers and ask any questions they may have about joining a fraternity. Then, all interested students will receive a tour of Alpha Tau Omega, Delta Tau Delta, and Lambda Chi Alpha s homes. Food and drink will be provided at the info session.! September 15 through the 17 include events that the fraternities themselves organize. The events have staggered times so that potential members may visit more than one event each night. Highlights include Alpha Tau Omega s Car Bash, Delta Tau Delta s Rush Journey, and Lambda Chi Alpha s Tiki Tuesday. For more information on the events see the following page

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8 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 8 BE MORE. BE GREEK. Panhellenic Council Gears up for Sorority Recruitment By Jen Valentic Panhellenic Council is very excited for its upcoming Formal Recruitment!! The Rho Gammas for Fall 2008 Formal Recruitment include: Gwen Chamberlain, Danette Curiale, Kelly Heskett, Nicolette Kynkor, Amanda Lay,Kimberly Nelson, Kathryn Patton, Shauna Payne, Mica Seman, AnaRosa Stender, Abbey Sullivan,Erin Todd! The Rho Gammas have recently held an educational for women interested in recruitment. Also, in the weeks leading up to Recruitment, Rho Gammas in each residence will be holding structured meetings every week for Potential New Members. These meetings allow Potential New Members the opportunity to bond with each other as well as with their Rho Gammas prior to the start of Formal Recruitment.! Potential New Members, Rho Gammas, and representatives from each chapter will have a chance to mix and mingle at a Panhellenic BBQ that will be held on Friday, September 12, 2008 in the Freshmen Quad.! The Panhellenic Community will be dressing to pin every Monday until recruitment to show that we are a unified community. Be More. Be Greek. shirts will be worn: Friday, September 12, 2008 Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Tuesday, September 30, 2008 Wed. Sept 24 Open House/ Philanthropy 4-6 AXD 5-7 CO 6-8 SK Thur. Sept 25 Open House/ Philanthropy 4-6 CO 5-7 SK 6-8 AXD Sat. Sept 27 Family Weekend Sorority House Tours (12 pm - 3 pm) Sun. Sept 28 Chapter Day 4-4:45--AXD & SK 5-5:45 -- CO 6-6:45 -- AXD 7-7:45 -- CO & SK Mon. Sept 29 Preference Night (7-9:30) Bid Day! Tue. Sept. 30

9 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 9 Watermelon Bust is a Greek Affair! By Patrick Hahe Lambda Chi Alpha s Annual Watermelon Bust Lambda Chi Alpha held its annual Watermelon Bust this past weekend in the Hermann Bowl, raising donations for the Marietta Food Pantry through its national philanthropy effort, the North American Food Drive. The 11 teams that participated in the event were able to collect 500 pounds of canned goods for the Marietta Food Pantry, with Charles Sumner Harrison Organization taking the title of biggest donor. The multicultural organization was able to collect 130 pounds of food through its one team. Alpha Xi Delta collected 240 pounds of food through its four teams, which gave them 60 pounds per team. The fun continued with field events, including everybody s favorite, the Slip n Slide. Other events included the Tricky Toss and the Watermelon Dash. Judged events gave the brothers of Delta Tau Delta the award for the best carved watermelon, and gave us our King and Queen for the year. Brandi Mitchell of Chi Omega gets the crown, while Cory Parish of Alpha Tau Omega gets the crown. The most important item, the Watermelon Bust Cup, went to Xi Melonheads of Alpha Xi Delta, just beating out the Yellow Penguins of Chi Omega and reigning champions Charles Sumner Harrison Organization. Lambda Chi Alpha would like to give a special thanks to all of the organizations involved in this years Watermelon bust and are hoping to see you again next year! Brother Eric Long attended Lambda Chi Alpha s 52 nd General Assembly in Arizona this summer. He was able to network with brothers from across the country, both current students and alumni. Lambda Chi Alpha and Alpha Xi Delta will be working together on Homecoming 2008! The Fraternity will be celebrating its Centennial in Our 10,000 active brothers and 250,000 initiated brothers at over 200 campuses will begin celebrating a century of true brotherhood over a 15-month period later this year. LXA Getting Ready for the Event Tom Gray. Ally Janakis and Amanda Jefferies at Watermelon Bust

10 THE GREEK PULSE! PAGE 10 Erin Jackman Of Alpha Xi Delta Get to Know A Greek! Jake Loukas Of Alpha Tau Omega Hometown: Strongsville, OH Major:International Business Management Favorite Food: hot dogs toasted in my hot dog toaster Favorite Animal : elephant One random Fact about yourself: I have a weiner dog named Duncan and a jumbo sized Beta named Walter. Hometown: Windham, ME Major: Political Science and Spanish Favorite Food: Enchiladas Favorite Superhero: Spiderman (Cartoon not Movie Version) One random Fact about yourself: I'm Color Blind Erin s Favorite Quote My sisters are my life. Jake s Favorite Music The Pete Kilpatrick Super Group, Rustic Overtones, Paranoid Social Club