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80's Reunion Schedule - Weekend of March 2nd

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:23:53 PST

Only 4 Weeks till the 80's Theta Chi, Omega chapter reunion in State College on March 2nd thur March 4th.
We wanted to share the schedule for the weekend (its still a work in progress).

Friday

March 2nd, evening: Meet at the Days Inn bar/lounge. Once we have met up we will set out to another destination (i.e. the Skellar) in town.

Saturday

11:00 Brunch at Chapter House along with some reminiscing about times gone by

Afternoon - hang at House, tour town, campus, shopping and/or bars.

6:00 p.m. at the Allen Street Grille for drinks - Beaver Room.

6:30 dinner in the "Beaver Room" - plenty of room to mingle and catch up.

Saturday after dinner - head out to various drinking establishment(s).

Sunday

Breakfast at Mad Mex - the restaurant at the Days Inn.

We are putting together a cell phone list to help felicitate connections while in town. If you are going to be in town, please send us your cell phone number (click here).

To check out an early list of confirmations or hotel details please click here. Please let us know if you are going to be attending.

More details to come as the reunion weekend approaches.

Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rich Maltz, Ed Brown and Joe Kidda

Alumni Corner - Patrick O'Connor '83

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:56:51 PST

Read the latest alumni profile of 1983 graduate Patrick O'Connor.

Catch up with Patrick and our other brothers in our Alumni Corner section. Also, take the opportunity to participate by filling out an online form.

80's Reunion - Guest List - Weekend of March 2nd

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:31:16 PST

6 Weeks till the 80's Theta Chi, Omega chapter reunion in State College on March 2nd until March 4th.

Click here to see an early list of RSVP's - add your name by RSVPing on Facebook or by RSVPing by e-mail.

Where: State College, PA
When: March 2-4th 2012.
Lodging: Days Inn
240 South Pugh Street
State College, PA 16801
814-238-8454
All Theta Chi Omega are invited, the more the merrier!
* We are looking to include wives, but they are optional.

We have a block of 20 rooms at the Days Inn with a special rate of $89.00 per night, Please book rooms immediately, once our 20 rooms are filled they add more to meet our demand. You can cancel your reservation. Below is the Days Inn info for our group

Lodging: Days Inn
240 South Pugh Street
State College, PA 16801
814-238-8454

Group Function Details
Name: Theta Chi Mid-80'S Reunion
Group Code: CGTCHI
Please reference this code when making reservations.

Start Date: 03-02-2012
End Date: 03-04-2012

We have been dealing with….
Whitney Gilday
Sales Administrator
240 South Pugh Street
State College, PA 16801
Phone: 814.238.8454 ext. 101
Fax: 814.234.3377

We are currently discussing a possible Brunch at the house Saturday morning and dinner for Saturday night.

Please pass this message on to those brothers you keep in touch with, we have a chance to make this a very special event!

Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rich Maltz, Ed Brown and Joe Kidda

31st Annual Theta Chi Open: New Golf Course...Same Date - May 4th

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 06:44:52 PST

Just 29 days, 13 hours to pitchers and catchers. And just 104 days, 22 hours to the 31st annual Theta Chi Open. This year's event will be held at a new easier to play venue, Avalon Golf Course, located at 1510 Route 9 South in Cape May Court House, NJ. From last year's venue (Shoregate Country Club) it is located about 10 miles South on Route 9.

Cost is $49 per golfer. Post game banquet as always will be held at a shore house located in the Avalon, Stone Harbor area (TBD). This year we will be having steaks on the grill provided by Pappy's Barbecue. Price for the post game banquet is TBD but figure around $50. Tee times begin at 9:30 AM.

Stretch and Rock will be providing accommodations for many as they have in past years. Also the Windrift Hotel, located in Avalon, NJ is a popular place to stay as well. The phone number for the Windrift is 609-368-5175.

Each year there are surprise guests that show up that we haven't seen in years. From Jerry Kistler to Jeff Sleigh to Ken Slaby….who will they be this year? Please let us know if you will be attending as soon as possible.

Thanks.

Mike Perkins '76

Support Theta Chi's THON Dancers with Mail

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:43:11 PST

As THON 2012 quickly approaches it is now time to start making mail and packages for the THON 2012 dancers! Mail Call is a very important time for dancers THON weekend as it provides the necessary motivation and inspiration to keep them going. We are striving to make this year's Mail Call the best yet and need your help now to start making as much mail as possible for any dancers you know. To find out all the necessary information, please watch the informative video found below.

Two Omega Alums Seek Election to PSU Board of Trustees

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 20:34:46 PST

Two of Omega Chapter's Alumni are seeking election to the Penn State Board of Trustees. Each is looking to get enough nominations (50 each) to be included on the ballot for the Penn State Board of Trustees. Those Brothers are...

John J. Mika '85

Evan J. Rosenberg '80

The Penn State alumni elect three trustees annually for three-year terms and the call for nominations is now underway--just click on the link below to nominate up to three candidates for membership

Once you reach the web site, under the Instructions section, you will find the names of those trustees whose terms expire on June 30, 2012; information regarding who may be nominated; the number of nominating votes required; qualifications for membership on the Board of Trustees; Trustee responsibilities and expectations; as well as a current listing of Board members.

Click here to go to the Nominations Website

The deadline to submit your nomination ballot is 5:00 p.m. (EST), on Saturday, February 25, 2012. The names of all persons receiving 50 or more votes will, if eligible under the qualifications provided and with their consent, be placed on the election ballot (to be distributed April 10).

If you have any issues with the nominations website please contact 1-866-307-0041 or psusupport@votenet.com for technical support. If you have any questions regarding the election process, qualifications, or about the role of the Board of Trustees in the governance of Penn State, contact the Board Office at 814-865-2521 or at BOT@psu.edu.

Please support out brothers in their goal to being elected to the Penn State Board of Directors

Join our Google+ Theta Chi Circle

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:27:00 PST

Google+ gives brothers the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Millions of people use Google+ everyday to keep up with friends, upload photos, share links and videos, and learn more about each other by inviting people into their circles.

Now we have a Google+ Theta Chi - Omega Chapter Circle where we all can share news, photos, links and more.

Click here to see how to join our circle.

80's Reunion - Weekend of March 2nd - Update

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:01:22 PST

7 Weeks away! We have around 20 committed and another 10-15 on the fence.

March 2 at 5:00pm until March 4 at 5:00pm

Mid-80's Theta Chi Omega reunion in State College.

**We have a block of 20 rooms at the Days Inn with a special rate of $89.00 per night, Please book rooms immediately, once our 20 rooms are filled they add more to meet our demand. You can cancel your reservation.

Group Function Details
Name: Theta Chi 80'S Reunion
Group Code: CGTCHI
Please reference this code when making reservations.

Start Date: 03-02-2012
End Date: 03-04-2012

We are currently discussing a possible Brunch at the house Saturday morning and dinner for Saturday night.

Please pass this message on to those brothers you keep in touch with, we have a chance to make this a very special event!

Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Rich Maltz, Ed Brown and Joe Kidda

Chapter Eternal - Edgar Walker '60

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:18:16 PST

We have been honored to call this man our Brother. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brother.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Maj. Edgar S. Walker '60 - July 10, 2011 - Ret. Air Force and teacher. Awarded Bronze Star

4th Place to Start IM Spring Season

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:34:36 PST

The chapter starts the spring semester in 4th place in fraternity Intramural sports competition.

Paced by the chapter's first place finish in Volleyball, they sit 73 points behind 3rd place. The chapter received points in 7 of the 8 fall sports.

Donors Roll Call for 2011

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:40:03 PST

We like to thank all of you who donated this year. Your generous support means a great deal to Theta Chi. Thanks to you, and a growing number of other Alumni who have responded with similar gifts, we are able to do more to support our fraternity and continue to keep Theta Chi competitive with the fraternity system at Penn State.

Congratulations to The Fall 2011 Graduates

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:52:33 PST

We would like to congratulate the latest graduates (and newest alum) of Omega chapter. Good luck with your new pursuits and please keep in touch.

Jeremy Railing - B.S. Supply Chain & Information Systems
Jason Clark - B.S. Mechanical Engineering
Ed Benish - B.S. Secondary Science Education

Fall 2011 Edition of The Rattle is Now Available Online

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:41:29 PST

The latest edition of the Rattle is available online at the National website. Read about what is going on with other chapters around the country and see what is doing with our National fraternity.

Inside this edition:

Game Plan: Green Bay Packers President & CEO Mark Murphy talks leadership, football and Theta Chi

Lending a Helping Hand Abroad: Delta Omega/Ripon alum John McCullough shares a story of tragedy, relief and recovery from the front lines of one of Japan's worst natural disasters

Showing Some Initiative: Eta Pi/East Stroudsberg brothers Doc Leland and Al Calarco reflect on the successes of Theta Chi's newest undergraduate leadership experience The Initiative Academy

Are You Ready for Convention? The 156th Anniversary Convention and 35th School of Fraternity Practices is coming to Palm Springs, CA. We'll be there- will you?

2011 Intramural Volleyball Champs (Again!)

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:19:33 PST

Theta Chi won the IM Volleyball Championship for the 4th time in a row (5th in six years). In the playoffs they knocked off the likes of Alpha Sigma Phi, Sigma Chi and finally Sigma Pi in the Championship match.

Chapter Eternal

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:22:22 PST

We have been honored to call these men our Brothers. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brothers.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Donald Bashore '48 - Bloomsburg, PA
Franklin Crissy '49 - Stevens City, VA
John Doerzbacher '40 - Arnold, MD
Scott Fields '81 - Maple Glen, PA
Gerald Hamm '30
Herbert Kurtz '53
Kenneth Page '32 - Peoria, AZ

Support THON 2012

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:03:31 PST

Dear Alumni and Friends,

As you may have heard, Penn State is gearing up to celebrate its 40th THON Weekend. Because of the strong foundation set by past THON volunteers, the Penn State Dance MaraTHON has outgrown its homes in the White Building and Rec Hall, and now is looking forward to its sixth THON in the Bryce Jordan Center.

Last year, THON raised $9.59 million for children battling cancer and gave nearly 97 percent of all funds raised to The Four Diamonds Fund. The Fund supports a team of pediatric oncologists, enables innovative cancer research through The Four Diamonds Pediatric Cancer Research Institute, and offsets the cost of treatment that insurance does not cover. Additionally, THON has contributed $10 million to the construction of a new Children's Hospital at Hershey Medical Center, which is set to open in the fall of 2012.

Only with the support and generosity of alumni and friends can THON continue to flourish. Please consider joining the fight by making a gift today. Every gift helps. For $25, The Four Diamonds Fund can provide one hour of music therapy for a child undergoing treatment; $100 funds one hour of cancer research, including salary and supplies; and $300 can help purchase a wig for a child who has lost his or her hair.

This year's theme is Brighten Every Journey. You can continue to brighten the lives of the Four Diamonds families by showing your dedication to THON. Together, we will make a difference in the life of a child!

CLICK HERE TO MAKE A GIFT TO THON

Please mark your donation towards Theta Chi's efforts.

For The Kids, For The Fight.

Frateranlly,

Zach Meharey, Collin Scheible and Aaron Speagle

Photos from Brothers Trip to Philly

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:39:39 PST

Check out the photos from the brothers trip to Philadelphia this past fall.

Omega Initiates 6 New Members

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 12:44:06 PST

We are proud to announce six new members have been initiated into the brotherhood of Theta Chi. Congratulations to Jerry Crompton, Sam Shively, Sebastian Riegber, Mark Mosely, Michael Schappe and Jeb Biernat

Deranian Presidents Conference Registration

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:31:30 PST

We are pleased to announce that the 18th Annual B. Nelson Deranian Presidents Conference (DPC) for chapter and colony leaders will take place January 6-7, 2012, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The DPC is an excellent opportunity for current and future leaders to acquire the tools needed to improve their home chapters or colonies. - click here for more info.

November 2011 Edition of the Omegaphone Available Online

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 20:28:03 PDT

The latest edition of the Omegaphone is available online.

Memories of Don 'Squirrel' Williams '42

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 10:01:48 PDT

as posted on Omega Chapter's Facebook group by Dick Crowers

Donald 'Squirrel' Williams '42 was special.

Donald and Dale Rauch '42 lived across the hall from each other - 3rd floor north. I roomed with both from 1941 to 1943. Squirrel was great at math. He studied Thermo with Dale across the hall usually lying on Dale's bed, slide rule in hand, cigarettes in back pocket so he had to raise himself up to get a cigarette. Squirrel came to Theta Chi because his older brother had been there. When he got there (famous story) he was sitting in the dining room smoking and Mrs. Gifford came in and said, "Little boy, does your mother know you smoke". In a flash Squirrel replied, "Madam, I'll have you know I'm 16". His escapades and comments were great.

Squirrel came back from holiday one time with a four door 1936 Ford convertible. That's what took us to famers' barns to collect pigeons for the theater. Squirrel did the driving; Bob Thompson '43 climbed the barn rafters in the dark to get the birds; we brought them back and put them in a makeshift pen in Dale's room. Then we took them to the Cathaum theater to let loose when the house was full. They had to shoot them down eventually.

Squirrel answered most math questions by pointing out the calculus part and then describing the following algebra as "Rano, gano, heino, geen." Occasionally if he puzzled you he'd say ,"Geetzo faz". Don't say we're strange - just nutty.

When friends of his came up from Philly they raided the Beta Theta Pi house, stole their barrel of beer, set it up in Squirrel's room on the third floor and we all filled our glasses.

When we all went to Bellefonte in Squirrel's Ford to the Penn Belle drinking and one guy got into it with a customer (can't say his name - he became president of his company and is dead now) and got punched. What a mess. We made a return visit in the Ford and now I mustn't continue. I don't want to upset relatives.

Somehow he managed to acquire a phone from the Brockerhoff hotel in Bellefonte, got the dial speed synchronized, after some rude conversation with a poor innocent lady somewhere, and finally was able to call to Giff to see what was available for breakfast.

Despite his always saying he wasn't going to be a soldier, he was anyway and later became chief engineer of New Departure. Then I lost professional track. When Dale Rauch was dying, I got Squirrel to make the trip to Allentown to see him. It was too late; Dale didn't know him anymore. Heart breaking for me too.

Dick Crowers '45

Mid-80's Reunion in State College on March 2nd

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:35:32 PDT

Ed Brown and I have been discussing a Mid-80’s Theta Chi Omega reunion for this Spring.

Where: State College, PA
When: March 2-4th 2012.
Lodging: Days Inn ($89.00 a night special rate)
Who’s invited: Everyone / Any OX Omega ….But as a starting point, Pledge Classes Winter 82 through Spring of 86, then expand earlier and later classes once details are clearer?

We selected the weekend because spring break starts so we could have more lodging choices and basically take over town. We are looking to include wives, but they are optional.

We wanted to get some initial feedback from a few brothers to see if this would be feasible and generate enough interest or just a dumb idea (Ed and I should have our own reunion). We have made no firm plans but can if response is positive….i.e. block off rooms at Days Inn.

Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Joe

Chapter Eternal

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 19:33:51 PDT

We have been honored to call these men our Brothers. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brothers.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Lee Houseknecht '68 - Watkins Glen, NY

James McCauley '64- Carmel, IN

Donald Williams '42 - Lithia, FL

Chapter Eternal - Bob Jones '58

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:40:06 PDT

We have been honored to call him our Brother. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brother.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Bob M. Jones '58
San Diego, CA - September 12, 2011

Composites from 1990 to 2001 Added to Collection

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 08:35:50 PDT

New and Improved composites from the years 1990 to 2001 have been added to the site. Click here to see all the composites we have collected.

If you have any old composites or photos, please share them with us. We would love to add them to our collection. Click here to see how to send us photos.

Alumni Board of Directors Elects Officers

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:13:25 PDT

The Alumni Board of Directors met via teleconfrence and elected the following board members as officers.

Richard Maltz - President
Christopher Burke - Treasurer
David Hartwich - Secretary

Chris Bartnik and Richard Bartnik are Directors at Large.

We like to thank Br. Jim Stuhltrager, outgoing board member, for all his time and effort over the last 5 years with the chapter and alumni corporation. THANK YOU.

National's Jereme Grinslade made Honorary Omega

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 17:34:53 PDT

On Sunday October 9th, the undergraduate chapter recognized Br. Jereme Grinslade, the National Director of Alumni and Real Estate, with the honor of being made an honorary Omega Brother. Jereme has been instrumental in the chapter's well being and for acting as the caretaker of the chapter house the last five years, while Norwich Housing Corporation owned the chapter house.

All Omega brothers will be ever indebted to Br. Grinslade.

Chapter Wins Homecoming Competition

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:00:44 PDT

For the 3rd time in five years, Omega chapter won the overall homecoming competition (the other two years they finished 2nd and 3rd). In the competition they finished....

1st place Float - watch parade video, or building the float video (and another building the float video)
(only 12 points off a perfect score and one of the highest scoring floats of all time)

2nd place mad-hatter - see mad-hatter

1st place Talent show - watch video

2nd place Banner - see banner

3rd place Carnival Game

1st place T-shirt - see T-shirt

Total domination!

If you weren't at the homecoming game vs Purdue, you can watch the announcement of Theta Chi's victory by clicking here.

Congratulations to the chapter for all time and hard work with reaching this goal.

Minutes from the 2011 Homecoming Meeting

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:30:35 PDT

Read the minutes from the 2011 Homecoming Meeting

Alumni Corporation Repurchases Chapter House

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 07:55:25 PDT

We are pleased to announce that prior to Penn State's Homecoming weekend, the alumni corporation completed the repurchase of the chapter house at 523 South Allen Street from the Norwich Housing Corporation. Theta Chi of Penn State secured a primary loan with a local State College bank and a 2nd mortgage from Norwich.

Having sold the house to National five years ago, Norwich took great care of our chapter house. They brought the house up to code and took care of many other issues with the property.

We thank Norwich Housing Corporation and its officers for helping Omega Chapter in their time of need and for caring for our home the last five years. All of Omega's brothers owe them a huge debt of gratitude.

Society for Greek Housing Approves Omega Application

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 23:44:17 PDT

Late last month, the Society for Preservation of Greek Housing approved Omega Chapter's application for membership. As part of the approval, $344,000 of the chapter's $398,000 of proposed renovations were deemed acceptable for tax deductibility.

The Society was formed to aid in the preservation of historically and architecturally significant Greek houses, to work to have additional houses listed on the National Register of Historic Places, to fund historical research/writing projects, and to conduct educational open houses and seminars to educate the public about these Greek-affiliated structures.

To aid in preservation and rehabilitation of the chapter houses, the Society will provide grants for:

• Health and safety code requirements that do not result in the loss of character
• Major structural rehabilitation or restoration
• Exterior rehabilitation or restoration
• Interior rehabilitation or restoration

All donations made to the Society may be deducted as provided in Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

Direct gifts of appreciated securities, beneficiary designations under wills and/or living trusts, and other similar gifts are welcome. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to the Society are deductible for Federal estate and gift tax purposes if they meet the applicable provisions of sections 2055, 2106, and 2522 of the Code.

For the capital campaign, the alumni Board of Directors is working to determine the processes for assignment of tax deductibility, and the contribution pledge process. These will be announced after the alumni board completes acquisition of the house from National HQ at the end of September.

Chapter Pledges in 6 New Members

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:30:06 PDT

Omega pledged in 6 New Members this fall. We'd like to congratulate the chapter and the New Members and wish them all the best in their journey.

The New Members are:

Jeb Biernat
Sebastian Reigber
Mark Moseley
Sam Shively
Jerry Crompton
Mike Schappe

A Brother Goes Where….. - Video

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 22:32:01 PDT

At this year's work weekend a brother traveled down the coal chute for the first time in..... well a very long time.

Homecoming Cocktail Party - Oct. 15th at 6pm

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:35:27 PDT

The honor of your presence is requested at The Chapter House
523 South Allen Street, State College, PA on Saturday, October 15
for Cocktails and Hors d'Oeuvres at six o'clock in the evening to celebrate the re-purchase of the Chapter House

Alumni Corporation Meeting - Oct. 15th at 5pm

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 17:34:17 PDT

In accordance with our by-laws we will be holding elections for the Board of Directors at our Annual Homecoming meeting this October 15th. The meeting will be held at 5 pm at the chapter house.

Anyone not attending the meeting can vote online (click here) or via paper ballot which was mailed out last week. Please make sure to vote by October 15th, 2011.

After the meeting there will be a cocktail party for alumni, undergraduates and friends to celebrate the repurchase of the chapter house.

Vote for the Board of Directors

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:20:25 PDT

In accordance with our by-laws we will be holding elections for the Board of Directors at our Annual Homecoming meeting this October 15th. The meeting will be held at 5 pm at the chapter house. Anyone not attending the meeting should vote online or via paper ballot (being mailed this week) by October 15th, 2011.

Click here to vote online.

2011 Composite Photo Added Online

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 21:03:37 PDT

Checkout the latest composite from the chapter.

Welcome Prospective Rushees

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 22:33:28 PDT

Thanks for coming to the Greek Involvement Fair and learning about Theta Chi Fraternity. I know I personally had a great time getting to meet so many of you and hope to see you at our upcoming events! Join our facebook rush group for the dates and times by clicking here.

In order to rush, you MUST attend an informational meeting held by the Interfraternity Council (IFC). They will take place this Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 9:30pm in 105 Forum. After that you'll be all set to rush our fine fraternity!

Our first event is our Zone Night open house and root beer kegger, which will be held on an evening between September 5th and 8th (we haven't been told which night yet but we'll let you know when they assign them). Come out to our house at 523 South Allen Street (brick house five blocks from campus) and hang out and meet brothers!

Again, if you ever have any questions, feel free to contact me. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Board Approves Taking out Mortgage to Buy House

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:50:32 PDT

On August 10, 2011 a special board meeting was held via teleconference to discuss and vote on taking a mortgage from a local State College bank and a second mortgage from the Norwich Housing Corporation. During the meeting it was unanimously approved to proceed with these mortgages and to purchase the house back from the Norwich Housing Corporation by September 15, 2011.

Click here to read more about it.

Seeking Board of Directors Nominations

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 15:44:20 PDT

As we approach the fall semester for our Alma Matter and the Undergraduate chapter, we are poised once again to fly above and beyond our own expectations.

As most of you know, the Chapter is in the midst of changes and challenges that will echo in our thoughts and actions for the next few years. Some of these include:

- Completing the purchase of the chapter house from National
- Implementation Theta Chi Capital Campaign
- Organizing and facilitating the major repair of the Chapter House,
- Extending and reestablishing our lost communications with Brothers from any past year
- Mentoring a youthful and excited undergraduate chapter looking to take the next step as a power on the Penn State campus

Over the last two years, these tasks and goals have taken leaps and bounds from their inception thanks to our current Alumni Association Board of Directors. Yet, their successful time is coming to a close.

During this year’s homecoming weekend (October 15th) we are having our biennial elections for the Board of Directors and WE WANT YOU TO HELP or someone you think would be a strong asset. Requirements? Being an alumni of the Brotherhood, a good head on your shoulders, innovation, and motivation. Rewards? The opportunity to work with some of our chapter’s and campus’s brightest and most successful up-and-coming youth, revelry and celebration in the chapter’s successes that you will help forge, and the understanding you helped keep our Chapter a “Brotherhood for Life” for past and future generations.

CLICK HERE TO NOMINATE A BROTHER

If you, or another alumni you know, are interested in being nominated for the board please contact us by August 31st!

I hope to see you this Fall as Penn State and Theta Chi. Our brotherhood, like Penn State, is ready to return/continue to our glory!

Fraternally,

Nicholas Geyer ‘10
Theta Chi of Penn State

New Photos from the 1950's

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:27:17 PDT

Checkout the latest additions to our collection from the 1950's - courtesy of Thomas Morton '53

Additional Alumni Updates for the Omegaphone

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 22:39:30 PDT

Unfortunately we have very limited space in the Omegaphone and we received many more updates or had to edit those we were able to print. We wanted to share all the news from our brothers.

Click here to read the additional alumni updates.

Thank you for all the news and info you provided.

Giffy's former Boarding Home designated as Historic Site

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 22:27:54 PDT

The State College Borough Historic Resources Commission has designated the boarding home formerly run by Emanuel T. Gifford and his family as a State College Historic Site. A dedication ceremony will be held and a historical marker will be erected in April 20, 2012, during Blue White weekend. Because Emanuel “Giffy” Gifford was the long time chef for Theta Chi Fraternity from 1930’s – 1960’s, the fraternity has been asked to participate in the ceremony. "Giffy" died on March 19, 1970.

“Lincoln Hall,” a boarding home for Black male students from the late 1930s to the early 1950s, served as an unofficial Black dormitory and early sanctuary for its residents. Located at 119 North Barnard Street, State College, Lincoln Hall was operated by Harry & Rosa Gifford, their two children – Emanuel and Bessie, and Emanuel’s wife. The family had moved from Mississippi and Louisiana to take employment as cooks at local fraternity houses, including Phi Gamma Delta and Theta Chi. The Gifford's and other Black cooks assisted many Black students by employing them to work for their meals. In addition, they were supportive of the students in many ways and when needed would even lend them money.

Lincoln Hall could house about 6 – 8 students at a time (which represented up to half the colored students on campus during the late 1930s), and became the center of Black life at Penn State. While the few Black female students could stay in the dorms during this period, the males were referred to either Lincoln Hall, or to the homes of a few white families that rented to Black students. Born out of an unofficial segregated housing rule that ran until about 1946, Lincoln Hall is credited for nurturing, supporting and encouraging an early generation of Black students in the isolated State College environment.

June 2011 Edition of the Omegaphone Available Online

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:20:44 PDT

The latest edition of the Omegaphone is available online.

Alumni Profile - David Carlson '87 - updated

Sat, 18 Jun 2011 13:33:21 PDT

Read an update to Alumni Corner Profile for David Carlson '87

Spring 2011 Edition of The Rattle is Now Available Online

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:14:31 PDT

The latest edition of the Rattle is available online at the National website. Read about what is going on with other chapters around the country (and with Omega chapter - see page 22) and see what is doing with our National fraternity.

Omega Academics above All Men's and Fraternity for Spring Semester

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:34:44 PDT

Omega Chapter finished 12 out of 46 chapters fraternities in academics with an overall GPA of 3.22 for the Spring 2011 semester. Initiated brothers had a 3.23 GPA for the Spring Semester.

Once again the chapter finished ahead of the all fraternity GPA (3.09), Independent Men (3.17), all men's average (3.07) and All University GPA (3.17).

Congratulation brothers for all your hard work.

Spring 2011 Photo Roundup

Tue, 24 May 2011 21:01:53 PDT

Checkout the latest photos from the 2011 Spring Semester

2011 Theta Chi Golf Open Recap

Sun, 15 May 2011 14:09:21 PDT

The 2011 Theta Chi Open was played at Shoregate Country Club located near Sea Isle City, NJ. For the third year in row Brother Bob Mausser won the prestigious Red Jacket, this time in convincing fashion. Bob shot an 80 and finishing in second place was Brother Greg Schlegel shooting an 89. A post game banquet and barbecue was held afterwards at a beach house located in Stone Harbor, NJ. Many stories and lies were told about our great days in the house. Twenty one Brothers attended this year's event.

The 31st Annual Theta Chi Open will be held on Friday May 4th, 2012 and will be played at Avalon Golf Course located near Avalon, NJ.

Congratulations to The Spring 2011 Graduates

Sat, 14 May 2011 05:09:42 PDT

We would like to congratulate the latest graduates (and newest alum) of Omega chapter. Good luck with your new pursuits and please keep in touch.

Dan Cartwright
Michael Cronin
Matthew Gendelman (graduating this the summer)
Joshua Greever
Nathan Gross
Sean Haggerty
Peter Imler
Joseph Kampman
Dan Wenman

2011 Spring IM Sports Update - 3rd Place Overall

Sat, 07 May 2011 14:17:22 PDT

With one sport (wrestling) to be added to the final totals, Omega Chapter is in 3rd place (out of 46 fraternities). We are 35 points behind 2nd and 46 points in front of 4th place. We are on track to have our best finish ever and best since 2008/2009 when we finish tied for 5th place.

Omega Chapter is one of only two fraternities that received points in all 17 IM sports.

Below are results and updates for the spring semester sports:

Basketball- Our team did pretty well this season, the best in years I've heard. Our record was 4-1. We made it to playoffs but lost to Alpha Sigma Phi in the first round.

Track & Field- we came in 4th overall at the meet. Here is a list of our runners who placed:

Ian Brodsky placed 8th in the 60m and 4th in the 200m
Jim Barrett placed 1st in the mile (2 time defending champion) and 1st in the 800m
Peter Imler placed 5th in the mile and 4th in the 800m
Ed Wallace placed 11th in shot put
Greg Smith placed 9th in the 200m
4x200 Relay team placed 6th
Ben Walker placed 2nd in High Jump and 8th in Long Jump

Racquetball - Grant Gaston made it to the Semi-final round.

Wrestling - Nate Gross placed 1st in his weight class!

Badminton - Ed Benish made it to playoffs and lost in the first round.

Ping Pong - Kent Bare went undefeated in his pool, and lost in the first round of playoffs.

Soccer - Our record was 3-1-1, and we did not make playoffs. The season went really well.

Kyle Sussman
IM Chair

The Village Senior (Citizen) Prom

Sat, 07 May 2011 14:15:38 PDT

On April 14th, brothers along with girls from Gamma Phi Beta Sorority all dressed up in formal attire and volunteered at The Village for a "Senior (Citizen) Prom". The brothers posed for pictures with each of the elderly ladies under an archway simulating a High School Prom. After pictures, each brother escorted one of the Gamma Phi Beta girls and was introduced to all of the residents, after which they handed out flowers to the residents. The night was followed with socializing with the residents, along with some food, and even a little bit of old fashioned dancing.

2nd Place Finish in Greek Week

Mon, 02 May 2011 10:26:49 PDT

During the week of April 17th, Omega Chapter was involved with the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic/ MPHC Greek Week, themed "Lions with Letters, United Together." Theta Chi teamed up with Alpha Omicron Pi and Alpha Tau Omega for the week and finished 2nd as a triad out of 22.

Under the triad theme, "PSU's Best Greek Week Ever," the triad competed in volleyball, basketball, soccer, and tug-of-war, as well as philanthropic work in the AIDS Walk and Day of Service. During the week, there were other events that members of the triad attended like the Greek Pageant, Variety Show, Red Cross Blood drive (many gave for their first time!), and a Penn State baseball game.

The week came to a close on Friday at the Red Bull Chariot Race where we not only placed 2nd, but won the Greek Spirit Award for having the most creativity and enthusiasm. Our very own Brent Homcha pulled his weight in the race and rumor had it he chugged 5 red bulls before each race!

Official Kick Off of Capital Campaign

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:56:55 PDT

For a number of years, alumni members of Omega Chapter have discussed the need for a significant capital campaign to provide funds for much needed house renovations. Well, In November of last year, members of the Alumni Board initiated a study to determine if there would be sufficient support among our alumni for such a campaign.

As part of our study, we conducted an analysis to determine what renovations/modifications were needed on the house at 523 S. Allen Street; we contacted numerous alumni to ascertain their interest; we created an information brochure, sent to each alumni brother, to explain the need; and we initiated a separate feasibility study to determine our ability to allow tax deductions for campaign contributions.

While we are still working on this latter action, the board has determined that there is genuine interest among the alumni to support a capital campaign and to make it a success.

So, I am pleased to announce, that in conjunction with Founder's Day 2011, Omega Chapter of Theta Chi, officially kicked off its campaign to raise funds for restoration of our fraternity house. Over the next months we intend to contact every alumni member to ask for their financial help, and if capable, help in contacting other alumni brothers.

I thank you in advance for your support.

Minutes from the 2011 Founder's Day Meeting

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 11:50:25 PDT

Missed the Founder's Day meeting, read the minutes from the 2011 Founder's Day meeting

Omega Initiates 8 New Members

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 08:35:46 PDT

We are proud to announce eight new members have been initiated into the brotherhood of Theta Chi. Congratulations to...

Gregory Black
Eric Cushing
Tyler Doppelheuer
Gerlad Freeman
Auston Greever
Cameron Hunting
Nick Lello
Ben Walker

Welcome to our the newly initiated brothers!

4th Annual Alumni Work Weekend Wrap-Up

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 21:22:47 PDT

Once again it was great to have the alumni out working side by side with the undergraduates. This year all the work was done inside the house. While the weekend was geared towards work, on Saturday night after a long day of work, everyone had a great time with some competitive bowling.

Check out the photos and all the projects that were accomplished.

Third Annual Frisbee Tournament for Casa

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:55:12 PDT

Join us April 23rd in our third annual philanthropy, Flicks, a frisbee tournament to raise money for CASA.

Please help our cause by registering in teams of 5-8 and making a $50 donation. Food and drinks will be provided, as well as entertainment by several DJs If preregistering, please send the money and team name/association/members to the Theta Chi house, 523 South Allen St, or place in the Theta Chi mailbox in the IFC office.

The tournament will begin promptly at 12pm. Please arrive early to register your team and to alleviate any bracket issues.
This Frisbee tournament is held annually in the spring for the Penn State community in order to fund raise towards The Pennsylvania CASA Association. Each year we hope to raise enough money to help support and promote court-appointed volunteer advocacy for abused and neglected children so that they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.

Emergency Sewer Pipe Replacement and Repairs Done

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 10:51:47 PDT

After several decades the sewer pipe that goes from the house to the borough sewer system finally gave in.

The house had a couple of plumbing backups and a plumber was called out twice in as many days to fix the problem. To determine what was causing the sewer backup, a camera was sent down the existing pipe where it was discovered a collapse of part of the pipe. A construction crew was able to get in and do the replacement and repairs within days of the damage being discovered.

2nd Annual Rafting Trip - Pittsburgh Area - May 21st

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 08:53:44 PST

Following the success of our rafting trip last year, we're excited to be offering a similar weekend of fun this year! The second annual OX rafting weekend will be May 20-21, 2011. Like last year, we're looking forward to a good mix of undergrads, recent grads, and alums who are a bit more seasoned, having fun away from our normal stomping grounds in State College. The event will take place in Ohio Pyle State Park, south of Pittsburgh. The main event would take place from Saturday morning through the early evening. Family and friends are welcome to participate as well, though it should be noted that Ohio Pyle is primarily a Class 3 paddle, with some class 4 rapids in certain areas, and therefore not suitable for young kids. Optionally, a group of brothers will be camping out the night before in Ohio Pyle State Park, Friday May 20th, and socializing around a campfire.

Whitewater Rafting on Saturday, May 21:
We are looking at two options for rafting. We can do the same run as last year (the lower yough) at a cost of approximately $65 per person (plus $5 parking fee) for the rafting trip, or try a more difficult section (the cheat river in Albright, WV) at a cost of approximately $95 per person (plus $5 parking fee). Either way, the trip will take 4-5 hours and includes a lunch break around the halfway mark. We could potentially do both if there is enough interest to split up, but we'd rather go as one big group. Depending on how many people we have for the trip, we'll either be starting at 9:00am, 11:00am (our preference), or 1:00pm – We will not know for sure until we have final numbers and can make the reservation. For more details on what to bring and what's included, go to http://www.laurelhighlands.com/faq/index.cfm We'd like to mention again that you are welcome to bring family and friends to this event.

Camping on Friday, May 20:
Cost is $15 per person for the night. We'll be in a group campsite with tables and a fire ring, and room for everyone's tents. We will bring some basic camping snacks for around the fire, and alcohol is permitted, so BYOB if you are of age. We'll be able to set up the site as people arrive throughout the late afternoon and evening. We'll head into town around 7pm for dinner at a local restaurant, to be determined at a later time. You will need to bring your own tent, sleeping bag, etc. Water and bathrooms are available a few minutes walk from the camp site.

If you are planning to join us for one or both of the events described above, click here to let us know, so we can confirm how many will be in your party. We will be making the reservations on Monday, April 18th, so make sure to message us by Sunday, April 17th, to confirm. If you are camping please bring cash if you will be joining us. For rafting, we'll be setting up a reservation with the rafting company, and you will have 48 hours to call up and pay with a credit card (we will post the info for the confirmation on this page once it is made).

If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to send me a message. Also, let us know which section of the river you'd like to do. We're going to have a ton of fun this weekend, so I hope you'll join us.

I'm pumped for another go at this river and look forward to a great turnout and a great weekend.

Theta Chi for Life,

Robert Blumstein '07

Chapter Eternal - Robert Clarke '50

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 21:00:48 PST

We have been honored to call this man our Brother. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brother.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Robert E. Clarke '50

Update - 30th Annual Theta Chi Open on May 6th

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:16:55 PST

It's that time again. It's only 68 days to the Theta Chi Open. It is our 30th annual and for the 30th time it will be held on the first Friday in May. Once again it will be held at Shoregate Country Club. First tee time is 11 AM and greens fees are $79. Sounds good talking about drinking and golf after this winter.

A Pig Roast banquet will occur after the outing. It will be held at a house that Brother Cunningham will be renting (likely the same house as last year located in Avalon, NJ). Since it's the 30th we're planning on an enhanced special menu.

Saturday is Derby Day. During the day there are plenty of opportunities for fun including fishing or golfing at one of the other area courses. That evening the Kentucky Derby will be running and the usual Theta Chi festivities will occur.

I will need to provide numbers to the caterer and the golf course so I need to know your intentions to attend. Please let us know if you are planning on attending .

Mike Perkins

Omega Chapter Places 1st in IFC Core Program

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:05:25 PST

The Penn State Interfraternity Council announces its Fall 2010 semester CORE Program winners. The IFC Commitment to Outreach and Responsible Education Program promotes friendly inter-fraternal competition through Community Service, Philanthropy and Educational Programming.

The IFC Chapters were sorted into three leagues based upon the number of active brothers in the Chapter. Winning chapters receive a reduction in chapter fees to the Penn State Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Division 2:
1st Place Theta Chi (55)
2nd Place Delta Kappa Epsilon (51)
3rd Place Sigma Nu (45)

March 2011 Edition of the Omegaphone Available Online

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:20:44 PST

The latest edition of the Omegaphone is available online.

THON Wrap-Up - Chapter Rasies $33,425.62

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 12:35:32 PST

THON 2011 was a HUGE success for both Omega Chapter and Penn State University as a whole. Omega Chapter raised a record high $33,425.62 and Penn State raised an amazing $9.56 million dollars over the course of the year. This is truly outstanding on both accounts and we thank from the bottom of our hearts anyone who donated to the cause this past year. Your support does not go unnoticed and the undergraduates, the Mitchell Family, and the Bobby Family appreciate it more than you would know. All four of our dancers, Dan Cartwright, Dan Weinman, Nate Wysocki, and Mike Garman, completed the 46 hour dance marathon this past weekend through laughter and tears.

We would like to personally thank our alumni that we know of that donated: Jacob Wolf, William Blakely, Scott Wilhide, Jake Kerr, David Hartwich, Eric Kraus, Jason Chottiner, Tim Wagner, John Fischer, Jared Metzger, Victor Howe, Jasen Marshall, Dr. Paul Vassil, Richard Maltz, Phillip Katchur, Jared Case, Mark Holst, Jerrell Habegger, Avi Sadiky and Andy Bott. If we missed any, we greatly apologize, but thank you none the less.

We look forward to next year's THON and hope to break the $40,000 mark as a fraternity.

Ed Benish '11
Brent Homcha '12
Kent Bare '12

Check out the photos from the 2011 THON

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 12:30:00 PST

See what all the excitement is about during the 2011 Penn State THON.

Entering the 2011 THON Dance Floor - Video

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:43:09 PST

Dancers Dan Weinman, Daniel Cartwright, Mike Garman and Nathaniel Wysocki as they enter the dance floor for 2011 THON

2011 THON Airband Performance - Video

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 23:47:02 PST

The brothers of Theta Chi partnered up with the sisters of Sigma Alpha to perform their first place Homecoming performance of Alice in Wonderland at THON 2011

2011 Thon Blog with Greg Smith - Video

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 19:42:25 PST

Greg Smith was a Moraler at the 2011 Penn State Dance Marathon and this was his video blog during THON

4th Annual Alumni Work Weekend - March 26th

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:04:34 PST

As you might be aware, the fourth annual Alumni Work Weekend is fast approaching, taking place March 25-27 this year. For those of you who are not familiar with the weekend, it is a time when Alumni and active brothers gather for a few days to fix up the house, as well as relive the good old college years.

When you think back to your time as a brother, one thing will be present in everyone's memories, no matter the graduation year, 523 S. Allen St. However this house, the ever present symbol of Theta Chi's presence at Penn State, is getting old. Let's face it; a house doesn't go for 80 years without accumulating its fair share of dings and dents, especially one that's got 40 college students in it.

This is an opportunity give back for all the good times you had there, and to keep the house in its best shape so brothers for years to come can have those same memories. We accomplished a lot in the past few years, and hope to continue the success of this tradition here in 2011.

We are asking that each brother bring $50 to donate to a repair fund to be used on projects during the weekend. If you cannot make the trip to State College you can still support the weekend by sending your donation for the Reunion Weekend to:

Richard Maltz
Theta Chi of Penn State
1019 6th St. #6, Santa Monica, CA 90403
please make the checks payable to "Theta Chi of Penn State".
So, please save the weekend of March 26th to come to State College to lend a helping hand, to see some old friends and to help improve the house we have all called home at one point in our lives.

We look forward to seeing you.

Blue White/Founder's Day Weekend is April 16th

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:04:09 PST

Penn State’s Blue-White game is not only an opportunity to see the Lions warm up for the upcoming season, but a chance to visit Happy Valley and Omega Chapter. This is a great weekend to meet up with your fellow brothers and to bring the family to Penn State for a visit.

The Blue-White football game is set to kick off at 2:00 p.m. with player photo and autograph sessions before the game. Admission and parking for the event are free.

We will be holding our annual Founder's Day meeting at 6pm on Saturday (April 16th). There will be a barbeque and picnic at the house during and after the meeting for brothers, family and friends.

Make your plans now so you don’t miss out on this fun weekend.

Please stop by the house and take a look for yourself all the great work being done to the chapter house and to meet our current undergraduate brothers. I know that when you return to visit the chapter you will marvel that the 'good old days' of your life at Theta Chi are alive, well, and still thriving.

2 Days Till THON - $30,000 Raised and Counting

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 21:09:11 PST

With the start of THON roughly 2 days away, the Omega Chapter and Penn State alike is buzzing with excitement! Not only did we eclipse the $30,000 mark after this last canning weekend, but it was announced Sunday that got a second THON family!!!!!

Along with the Mitchell's from Gardners, PA whose child Carly lost her battle with DIPG at the age of 5 in May, Theta Chi also will be partnered with the Bobby's from Shrewsbury, PA. AJ Bobby, 7, and his family, parents Amanda and Andy, as well as twin sisters Alexis and Annabelle (10), will be joining the Theta Chi undergrads, Alumni, and the Mitchells in the stands for the weekend. If any alumni or family plan on coming and standing/dancing with Theta Chi for the weekend, contact Ed Benish (717-713-8635) during the weekend to get where our location is!

It's also not too late to donate!!! Fund-raising for THON 2011 ends at 11:59 PM on Saturday evening. TO DONATE CLICK HERE. Please make sure to designate Theta Chi as your organization. Again, thanks to everyone who has donated already and thanks to all who plan on doing so.

Ed Benish ‘11
Brent Homcha ‘12
Kent Bare ‘12

THON Chairs

Chapter Pledges in 7 New Members

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 20:57:04 PST

Omega pledged in 7 New Members this spring. We'd like to congratulate the chapter and the New Members and wish them all the best in their journey.

The New Members are:

Greg Black
Eric Cushing
Tyler Doppelheuer
Gerad Freeman
Austin Greever
Cameron Hunting
Nick Lello

Send Dancer Mail to the Theta Chi Dancers - THON

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 16:31:33 PST

We will be collecting mail from January 18th to February 10th. You can drop off mail in the mailrooms located on the third floor of the HUB in rooms 324 & 327. They should be labeled/addressed as:

Dancer Number
Dancer Name

Dancer 114A-- Dan Cartwright
Dancer 114B-- Dan Weinman
Dancer 115A-- Mike Garman
Dancer 115B-- Nate Wysocki

If you will be sending letters via the post office, they should be addressed as:
Attn: Mail Call
Dancer Number
Dancer Name
210 HUB
University Park, Pa 16802
For letters or cards please be as inspirational or motivating as possible. Tell dancers how proud you are of them, and try to include inspirational quotes, stories, or poems. Be creative, thoughtful and original! Here are some fun things to include for packages:
• Crossword puzzles
• Sudoku puzzles
• Madlibs
• Magazines
• Inspirational poems, quotes, or stories
• Homemade gifts
• Photographs of you and your dancer
• Cool little toys
• Tennis balls

Please make sure NOT to include any caffeine or checks in the mail for dancers!

Nominate Evan Rosenberg '80 for PSU Board of Trustees

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:47:18 PST

Please help support Evan Rosenberg '80 to get on the ballot for the Penn State Board of Trustees. Please nominate Evan Rosenberg as a write in on your ballot.

In Theta Chi tradition, please vote early and often!

If you haven't already voted you can vote HERE.

Omega finishes in Top Ten of Academics for Fall Semester

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:04:14 PST

Omega Chapter finished tenth out of 48 chapters fraternities in academics with an overall GPA of 3.19 for the Fall 2010 academic year. Initiated brothers had a 3.30 GPA for the Fall Semester.

Once again the chapter finished ahead of the all fraternity GPA (3.11), Independent Men (3.05), all men's average (3.08) and All University GPA of 3.16.

Congratulation brothers for all your hard work.

Not to Late to Support THON - $20,473.03 Raised With A Month To Go

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 08:21:35 PST

We hope that you're having a great start to 2011 and that you had a great holiday season. The Penn State Dance MaraTHON is only 31 days away!!! We recently announced our 4 dancers for the 2011 THON. They are..

Dan Cartwright
Dan Weinman
Mike Garman
Nathaniel Wysocki

These guys have showed tremendous dedication and loyalty to the meaning of what THON is all about and they deserve to dance for Theta Chi more than anyone. Our updated total as of January 18, 2011 is $20,473.03. We are obviously happy for this large amount, but we think that we can do much better! There are two canning weekends coming up, so we will get a large amount from those and we hope to increase the support from our Alumni.

This is a time to show true brotherhood by supporting the Undergraduates in something they truly care a great deal about. Thank you so much to the nine alumni who have donated already (that the THON system has counted). They are Brothers Kevin Shayer, Jared Metzger, Jasen Marshall, Richard Maltz, Andrew Bott, Tim Wagner, Paul Vassil, Victor Howe, and John Fischer. It's great to see support from across the years.

We as the undergraduates kindly ask for your support in the coming weeks. You can either mail a check to the house: THON, 523 S. Allen St, State College, PA, 16801 or GO ONLINE by click here. Please make sure that you put Theta Chi as your organization so we get credit.

Thanks again Brothers!

30th Annual Theta Chi Open Update and Info

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 14:46:29 PST

Mark the date down. The 2011 Open has been booked at Shoregate Country Club. As always it will be held on the First Friday in May…May 6th, 2011.

The venue and location will remain the same. Shoregate Country Club in Avalon, New Jersey. Cost for the golf remains at $79. Cost of the banquet has yet to be determined. Since it's the 30th annual I'm sure we'll be doing something special for the banquet.

If form holds the old guys (58 and older guys) will be staying at Brother Raymond's house. Brother Cunningham will be renting a house (probably the same house as last year located around 76th and Ocean Drive in Avalon) for the young guys (Class of 75 to 78 roughly). That house will be the scene of the banquet. Space is limited in that house, so the really younger guys may consider getting their own house or book rooms at the nearby Windrift Hotel. If the younger guys need help with those arrangements I can help.

Saturday May 7th is the Kentucky Derby so another party will be held that night as we bet on the ponies and drink multiple Julips.

2011 Theta Chi President's Conference and photos

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 10:12:31 PST

Brothers Geoff Rolstone, Ed Benish, David Stoltzfus and Kevin Trippel traveled to Indianapolis January 7th-8th to represent Omega Chapter at the 2011 Deranian President's Conference at Theta Chi's InternationalHeadquarters.

4th Annual Theta Chi Ski Trip

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:34:48 PST

The 4th Annual Theta Chi Ski Trip took place this past weekend at Blue Knob All Seasons Resort. Conditions were perfect due to 3-5 inches of fresh powder that had fallen the night before and sporadic snow showers throughout the day. The trip had its largest turn out yet with a group of 24, including 10 alumni brothers, and 7 undergraduate brothers. At the end of the day part of the group returned to the chapter house where Brothers Richard Bartnik ‘08, Jeff Damcott ‘91, and Jim Stuhltrager ’89, were waiting to join us for a Clem’s BBQ dinner.

Ambitious plans are already being made for the 5th Annual Theta Chi Ski Trip which may expand to an entire weekend.

THON Night out at the Flyers Game

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:51:52 PST

On December 20th 2010, 38 undergraduate and alumni brothers, family and friends headed down to South Philadelphia to support the Flyers as they took on the Florida Panthers. Despite the 5-0 lost, Theta Chi participation resulted in $450 that will be donated to THON on behalf of the Flyers.

3rd Place Finish in Intramurals after Fall Semester

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:51:32 PST

The chapter finished the fall semester in 3rd place out of 47 Fraternities in Intramural sports. The third place finish was helped with first place finishes in Volleyball & Individual Cross Country and 4th place team finish in swimming.

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

Chapter Eternal - Flagler Jr. '40 and Vogelsinger '56

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:59:25 PST

We have been honored to call these men our Brothers. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brother.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Joseph H. Flagler Jr. '40
Wayne, PA - Nov. 9, 2009 - WWII Army Corps Veteran & Ret. Owner/Operator Auto Repair Business & Budget Rent-A _Car

Roger J. Vogelsinger '56
Potomac, MD - Jan. 8, 2010 - Ret. Sales Exec - IBM

Donors Roll Call 2010

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 13:48:57 PST

Video - 2010 IM Volleyball Champions

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 17:01:36 PST

Omega Chapter of Theta Chi wins its fourth IM volleyball title in five years

Capital Campaign - First Steps

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 09:57:55 PST

We are mailing out the first step in starting our capital campaign. You will be receiving in the mail a project summary of what we hope to accomplish with the campaign and a survey to help us judge our goals. If you don't receive the mailer in the next two weeks, we might have an out-of-date mailing address for you. Please let us know your current mailing address and we will send you one right away.

Our mission is to conduct a capital campaign to renovate the chapter house at 523 S. Allen Street, and to fund an endowment that will enable Omega Chapter of Theta Chi to remain a viable and leading force at The Pennsylvania State University

Our vision is that through this campaign and ongoing, increased involvement by the Alumni Corporation we will be able to secure the future of Theta Chi at Penn State. Funds raised will allow us to renovate the fraternity house to meet the demands of the current and future generations, and to attract members who meet the high standards of Theta Chi Brotherhood.

I hope you will take the time to read over the summary and to fill out a survey (you can take the survey online by clicking this link).

Any questions about the campaign, please feel free to reach out to me or Richard Bartnik the Campaign Coordinator.

Richard Maltz '90
Alumni President
Theta Chi of Penn State

Congratulations to The Fall 2010 Graduate

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 21:51:13 PST

We would like to congratulate the latest graduate (and newest alum) of Omega chapter. Good luck Nicholas Geyer with your new pursuits and please keep in touch.

Fraternally,

Theta Chi of Penn State

House Lit Up for the Holidays

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 21:02:52 PST

The bothers precipitated in the annual Holiday Lights Tour (with 29 other fraternities). The community outreach event is sponsored by the Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils and Off-Campus Student Union.

Intramural Swimming Team Places 4th Overall

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 19:24:15 PST

Theta Chi placed 4th overall in the IM Swimming thsi evening. The brothers that participated were Geoff Rolstone, Matt Randazzo, Brendan Miller and Julio Alva. To place fourth they had to swim multiple heats in several individual events and two relays.

Photos from 2010 Volleyball Championship Match

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 18:57:49 PST

Check out the photos from the 2010 Volleyball Championship Match. Theta Chi won their fourth championship in five years.

2010 Intramural Volleyball Champs

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:35:44 PST

Theta Chi went 18-0 during the regualr season. In the process they knocked off the likes of Delta Kappa Epsilon, Lambda Chi Alpha, Sigma Nu, Phi Mu Delta; and Alpha Tau Omega, Beta Theta Pi, and Acacia in the Playoffs.

Theta Chi beat Acacia 30-22 and 30-23 in the final game amongst tons of fans cheering them on.

Representing Omega Chapter on the court was

Dan Cartwright
Kyle Sussman
Nate Wysocki
Dan Weinman
Brent Homcha
Sean Haggerty
Geoff Rolstone
David Stoltzfus
Ed Benish

This is the 4th IM Volleyball title in 5 years for Theta Chi.

Fall 2010 Edition of the Rattle Available Online

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:02:23 PST

The latest edition of the Rattle is available online at the National website. Read about what is going on with Theta Chi on the National level.

November 2010 Edition of the Omegaphone Available Online

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:13:02 PST

The latest edition of the Omegaphone is available online. If you don't receive a copy in the next few weeks, we probably have a incorrect mailing address for you. Click here to Change Your Address.

2010 Greek Sing Video - 3rd Place Performance

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 09:05:19 PST

The undergraduate brothers of Theta Chi partnered up with the sisters of Sigma Sigma Sigma and the brothers of Delta Upsilon to perform the Wizard of Oz in Greek Sing 2010, placing 3rd overall in the Short Performance Category.

2010 End of the Year Photos

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:57:49 PST

Check out the new photos from K.I.C.K.S., Oxtoberfest, the THON 5K run, a THON Canning Trip, Halloween and some general around the house photos.

THON 2011 Update - Support THON

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 18:05:52 PST

Theta Chi has a rich tradition of fund raising for the Penn State Dance Marathon in the past and this upcoming year should be no different. Last year, our fraternity raised $30,000 and our goal for the 2011 THON is $40,000. This year, we are motivated to fundraise like never before because of the fact that our THON child, Carly Mitchell, lost her fight to cancer at the young age of 5. Since being assigned Carly last fall, we slowly began to see the horrible effects that childhood cancer has on both a young child and the family as a whole. We have provided her family with immense support and this THON season is completely dedicated in her honor.

However, we cannot raise $40,000 alone as undergraduates through our canning trips and THONvelopes. We need the support from our Alumni, their friends, and their relatives to fight this horrible, horrible disease. We understand the times are tough, but any donation truly helps our cause.

All donations above $25 are tax deductible under the code 24-6000-376 and they can be sent directly to our chapter house, 523 S. Allen St., State College, PA, 16801. You can also donate online by going to www.thetachiomega.com/thon.html, and please make sure you designate Theta Chi as your Greek Organization.

We thank you in advance for your support in the THON fund raising season!

Ed Benish ‘11
Brent Homcha ‘12
Kent Bare ‘12

THON Chairs

Omega Initiates 12 New Members

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 12:57:27 PDT

We are proud to announce seven new members have been initiated into the brotherhood of Theta Chi. Congratulations to...

John Boston
Ian Brodsky
Zach Bunsick
Jason Downey
Grant Gaston
Ian Maxwell
Zach Meharey
Niral Pokal
Christian Pryor
Kyle Sussman
Kevin Trippel
Ed Wallace

Welcome to our the newly initiated brothers!

"Why Do You Homecoming" Video

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 08:47:23 PDT

Brothers talk about "Why they Homecoming", what they will be doing on Oct. 16th and various other things.

4th Annual Theta Chi Ski Trip - Jan. 8, 2010

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:59:08 PDT

Time: Saturday, January 8, 2011 · 10:00am - 10:00pm

Location: Theta Chi Omega Chapter House and Blue Knob Ski Area

Additonal Info: We are still in the planning stages but this is what we have so far:

Friday Night Jan 7th: Stay at the chapter house and hang out with your fellow brothers! You're in good company and only an hour away from Blue Knob now!

Saturday Jan 8th: Skiing, Snowboarding, or Tubing at Blue Knob

All Day lift pass = $55
4 hr lift pass = $45

Saturday Night: Apres-Ski at the house - cocktails and snacks.

Minutes from the 2010 Homecoming Meeting

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 20:36:51 PDT

Missed the Homecoming meeting, read the minutes from the 2010 Homecoming meeting