Author: Chi Phi DZAA

Memory Lane – Has It Really Been 30 Years?

For those of you who were not able to make the 30th Anniversary Celebration last month, you may not be aware that during the banquet on Saturday night, there was playing in the background a montage of Delta Zeta memories from the past 30 years.

As a way of making each and every Alumnus feel like he shared in the occasion, here is that montage (in PowerPoint format) for you to enjoy.

 30th Anniversary SLIDE SHOW

Did you see yourself?  Brothers you haven’t thought about in years?  Memories that make you nostalgic?

Brothers to the end, and beyond – Delta Zeta, 30 years later and still going strong!

Time To Start Practicing That Golf Swing!

It’s time to start thinking about the 2nd Annual USF/Chi Phi Scholarship Scramble!  Last year’s golf tournament was a success, so it goes without saying that the Delta Zeta Alumni Association will host the second annual tourney to help raise funds for the Chi Phi Educational Trust.

2010golfThis year’s Scramble will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 8:30 a.m.  The location has changed, and the tournament will take place at the Babe Zaharias Golf Course located at 11412 Forest Hills Drive, Tampa, Florida  33612.  More about this course can be found at http://www.babezahariasgc.com.

There will, of course, be prizes for the winning teams, as well as some great raffles and some fun-filled games at some of the holes.  Those who came out and participates last year can testify to the great time had by all – so pull out those clubs and start practicing those swings, because October will be here before you know it!

Did You Know … ?

Chi Phi is known for not only strengthening the bonds of Brotherhood, but for also producing some of the finest gentlemen this country has ever seen.  But did you know that some of those gentlemen went on to become quite well known?

Walter Cronkite

Walter Cronkite – yes, THAT Walter Cronkite – was a Chi Phi from the University of Texas.  The longtime nightly news anchorman learned sound journalistic practices both in college and while working for United Press International. “Cementing bonds of life-long friendship that can be a source of happiness through life” was his testimonial to his Chi Phi Fraternity experience.

 Mark Ordesky

Mark Ordesky, an Oscar-winning producer who is now the president of the Fine Line division of New Line Cinema, is a Chi Phi from the University of Southern California.  He was the executive producer of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, as well as a number of other films you may have seen.

 Chris Hardwick

Chris Hardwick,  a name quickly recognizable to anyone who is a fan of AMC’s The Walking Dead and its follow-up talk show, The Talking Dead, is a Chi Phi from the University of California, Los Angeles.  He has also hosted MTV’s Singled Out, he has appeared on Attack of the Show, and has had brief appearances in a number of television shows and films.

 Dan Bakkedahl

Dan Bakkedahl, a former correspondent for Comedy Central’s The Daily Show, is a Chi Phi from Florida State University.  He has made guest appearances on numerous television shows, as well as had recurring roles on shows such as Community, Veep, and Legit.

And these are not the only famous Chi Phi.  Adam Larson of MTV’s Road Rules 10: The Quest is a Chi Phi from Boston University, and Gabriel Cade, a participant in CBS’ hit series, Survivor, is a Chi Phi from the University of NC, Wilmington.

You never know where the path of a Chi Phi will lead, and you just never know whether that television show or movie your are watching might just star a Brother!