Category: Alumni News

Sharing the Memories of the Holidays with the DZAA

The Christmas holidays may have come and gone, but the memories last a life time.  We all treasure the memories we make, whether it’s with family or friends…whether it’s the thrill of getting the gift you’ve been wanting or the joy in watching someone enjoy the give you gave them…whether it’s sharing in the tradition of years gone by or the excitement in creating new traditions with the next generation…whether it’s being all bundled up to face the cold or enjoying the sunset on the beach…let the memories you made over the Christmas holidays be a reminder of just how good life can be – and share in your fellow Alumni’s joy and good will as we close out 2013 and look forward to the coming year!

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Alumni News – Celebrating Christmas with the DZAA

This year’s Christmas party was a smashing success!  Jon DeJongh was gracious enough to open his home to the DZAA, and with the Christmas tree, the lights, the stockings hung by the chimney with care – it definitely got everyone into the holiday spirit!

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Brothers David Ebner, Kyllan Purdon, Todd Latoski, Clinton Millsap, Jon DeJongh, Sam Shah, Will Ruff, John Baker, Chris Hopkins, Joshua Cleveland, Alex Petrilak, Matthew Whitney, and Thomas DelliBovi, along with several spouses and dates, shared some food and drinks as they celebrated the holiday in true Chi Phi-style!  Everyone had the opportunity to catch up with one DSCN3005another, reminiscing about the “good ol’ days” and compare notes on the present and plans for the future.

All of the Brothers were glad to have Brother Baker home from duty, and he proudly shared photos of his son and recently-born daughter.  Our illustrious host, Brother DeJongh, humblyDSCN3004 accepted praise for all the renovations to his house (those who were there will understand that one!), while Brothers DelliBovi and Watts carried on some serious discussions in the dining room and Brothers Shah and Millsap sat back on the couch, relaxing and chatting as the party headed into the night.  The members of the Alpha Mu class who were present got together for a quick snapshot, looking back on the days in the Chapter on campus.

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Of course, no Chi Phi Christmas Party would be complete with a gift exchange, and this year was certainly no different.  Following pin order (well, with one minor exception), the Brothers exchanged their Secret Santa gifts, with some surprises, some shocks, some sighs of satisfaction, and some “my Brother didn’t show up, so I’ll get to keep what I bought him!”  Everyone was quick to open their gifts, and for those left wondering what exactly each brother got…well, let’s just say you had to be there…

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As the time grew late, the Brothers slowly began to head home, taking their gifts – and their new holiday memories – with them.  For those who missed the party, well, you missed out on a truly special Chi Phi occasion, and we hope to see you at next year’s!