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“Committed to Lives of Excellence”
December 2011
Issue 7
T H E C R E S C E N T
Brother Matthew Mayher
Hello to all my fellow brothers and
alumni. This past semester was very busy
as usual, but amidst the tests and papers,
the fraternity was able to recruit guys,
conduct a philanthropy event, and enjoy
some brotherhood events. As you may
recall, the fraternity attended a recruitment
workshop at Case Western University
followed by a mini-brotherhood retreat
both headed by Dave Sirery, one of
Chapter Iota Iota’s founding fathers.
During these events, those of us who
attended expressed our concerns over
recruitment and how vital it is not only for
this year, but every year. I am glad to
announce that the chapter pulled together
and recruited ten fine young men. Over the
course of the eight weeks of pledge
education classes, the fraternity was able to
really get to know and welcome the new
members into our chapter.
In other news, the fraternity also
conducted a philanthropy event. A
volleyball tournament was organized and
put on with all the proceeds going to
Autism Speaks. This was the fraternity’s
first philanthropy event. We will be
continuing it in the years to come.
Lastly, as some of you have heard, I
was in the hospital over Thanksgiving
break. Prior to my hospital stay I had been
very ill. The virus I had caused a severe
reaction in my throat to occur, requiring
Greetings from the
Secretary
Contents
Cover Page 1
Greeting 2
President 3-4
Omicron Class 5-10
Brotherhood Event s 11
Philanthropy Event 11
Alumni Corner 12
Contact Info 13
me to seek out medical attention. The
doctors told me I had developed severe
tonsillitis. Fortunately, I was let out of the
hospital the day before Thanksgiving so I
was able to enjoy my family’s traditional
Thanksgiving dinner. As of right now I
am doing quite well and was able to finish
off the semester without much difficulty.
Due to my bout of illness The Crescent
was only recently finished.
It has been a pleasure serving as the
interim secretary now that my term is
over. You will be hearing from the new
secretary Alex Wells in the next
newsletter. For now though, I wish all my
brothers and the alumni a Merry
Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Delt a Tau Delta
Iot a Iot a Chapt er
Upcoming Events
Christmas Break
Division Conference
Iris Ball April
21st, 2012
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Brother John Daily
Brothers, it is my great pleasure to announce to you that the Fifth Annual Iris Ball will be
held on Saturday April 21, 2012. Brother Owen Pella has replaced Brother Tyler Bond as the
chairmen for Founder’s Weekend, due to Tyler’s unexpected early graduation in December. With
this in mind, I know Mark has set up an alumni committee to aid Owen in organizing and planning
Founder’s Weekend. Those of you who are sitting on this committee, you can reach Owen
through e-mail at [email protected] or 724-494-4208.
As my final letter as president of the chapter to both current and past brothers I would like
to inform you on the chapters progress since my last publication earlier this past term. Through
the work of the whole chapter we were able to welcome eleven new members into our
brotherhood. Throughout the eight week pledge period, the new members have been able to learn
about what Delt is and they have begun to create lifelong relationships with fellow brothers. I am
also proud to announce that through both the work of Brother William Gerken and the new
members, we had yet another 100 percent pass rate on the exam. Our new brothers where initiated
on October 13, 2011. This new class brings our membership to 31 members.
On the philanthropy front, the chapter hosted its first volleyball tournament for Autism
Speaks U. We had a great showing from the local Greek community and Zeta chapter to have a
total of 16 teams compete. Although we did not make our found raising goals, we were able to
raise roughly $600.00. Also, the chapter partnered with the Residents Hall Association Tick-or-
Treat, to serve as an annual Adopt-A-School event every October. Also, the service committee is
in the process of setting up an official Adopt-A-School location. We have been working with the
Center for Service and Social Action all semester to do so. Currently we have narrowed our
options down to two programs, and hope to make a decision on which to partner with by the end
of November.
After many of hours and the development of gray hairs the 2011 FAAR was final
completed and mailed to Central Office on October 31, 2011. The document consisting of 240
pages was a major task. The approach taken in the preparation of the FAAR was to mimic last
years, but improve the areas that we lost ten or more points in. By doing it in this manner, I and
the rest of the executive board have high hopes to move up in the national rankings. Hopefully, in
February our hard work and dedication for this year will be rewarded with another Court of Honor
or better. If anyone wishes to view the 2011 FAAR please contact me at [email protected] and I
will be more than happy to send you a PDF copy of it.
Continued on next page
Presidential Letter
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Presidential Letter Continued:
Other aspects of chapter life since the last edition are as follows. The semester’s
brotherhood retreat was held at Thorn Acers on November 12, 2011. Both active and new
members alike were in attendance. Socially, we have had a couple mixers with the lovely sorority
women on campus and are begging to plan mixers and other social events for the spring term.
Finally, we have had a series of ROAD presentations in the past weeks. Both presented by campus
faculty and brothers alike.
The chapter will be holding elections on November 27, 2011. All indications point to a
young executive board. Due to this fact, Iota Iota and Zeta will be holding a cooperative executive
retreat facilitated by Doug Russell the chapter’s leadership consultant during his visit the week
following elections. It is my hope that by conducting transitions in this way, we will be able to
educate the new executive board more efficiently, and also continue to develop our relationship
with Zeta Chapter. By doing so, the new board will have additional resources to help aid them
during they adjustments as well as an outside prospective to bounce ideas off of to better the
chapter. Not only will this benefit chapter functions, but it will also hopefully increases brotherly
bonds between the two chapters.
Finally, the chapter had five members apply to Order of Omega this semester. Of those
five three were accepted. I would like to not only announce them to you all, but congratulate them
on their achievement. They are Brother Michael Baker, Richard Garrison, and myself.
Fraternally, and respectfully yours
John Daily
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Brother Matthew Mayher
Over the past semester, 10 potential new members attended the 8 weeks of new
member education classes, where they learned all about the fraternity’s structure, history,
and its values. Big Brother ceremony was held and 5 families welcomed their new brothers.
Alpha family added 3 new brothers, Beta added 1new brother, Zeta family added 1 new
brother, Theta added 1 new brother, and Omega family added 4 new brothers. Delt
development week followed and the pledges experienced Values Night, Rights of Iris, and
Circle Walk. After some last minute studying Thursday, the pledges took the test on Friday
November 11th. On Saturday November 12th, majority of the fraternity brothers and all the
pledges went on the Brotherhood Retreat, where we had fun and learned a lot about each
other as individuals and as brothers of Delta Tau Delta. Finally, on Sunday November 13th
,
Kenny Farona, Anthony DeLeonibus, Austin Gray, Dan Burke, Aaron Graoa, Joseph
Hendricks, Kyle Kerman, Nick Pavio, Alex Wells, and Michael Younes were initiated as
new brothers into Chapter Iota Iota of Delta Tau Delta. I am very happy to welcome and
introduce the newly initiated brothers of Omicron Class.
Omicron Class President – Brother Kenny Farona
Meet and Greet the Omicron Class
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Richmond Heights, Ohio
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? I chose to join Delta Tau Delta because of the genuine
character of the people in the Iota Iota chapter and the
values of the national fraternity that they stand for and
uphold in their everyday lives, most prominently Truth.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? I am looking forward to participating in the brotherhood
events and leading my brothers in growing as people
while serving others in our community.
A fun fact about yourself:
I've been to Paris, Venice, and Rome
Omega Family
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Omicron Class Vice President – Brother Anthony DeLeonibus
Omicron Class Honor Board Representative – Brother Austin Gray
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Annapolis, Maryland
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta?
I chose Delta Tau Delta because I never had a brother
growing up and I liked the opportunity to grow friendships
with individuals I could call my brother.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? I am looking forward to building long-lasting relationships,
growing as an individual, and helping make the John
Carroll University a more welcoming environment.
A fun fact about yourself:
I am 100% Italian and I love my culture.
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Baltimore, Maryland
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta?
I was looking for brothers and brotherhood to help me
with the transition of a new state and a new school.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? Building relationships and a sturdy foundation for my
future and the future of my brothers.
A fun fact about yourself: I have a one-lunged dog named Zoey.
Theta Family
Zeta Family
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Brother Dan Burke
Brother Aaron Graoa
Class of 2012
Where are you from? Newburgh Heights, Ohio
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? I transferred into John Carroll as a senior and I wanted
to meet people. Also, I like that the fraternity does
service.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? I am looking forward to the brotherhood and events.
A fun fact about yourself: I like to rock climb, practice archery, and I have been
sky diving.
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Atkinson, New Hampshire
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta?
I came to school knowing that I wanted to be in a
fraternity. I went to a bunch of the formal activities and
realized that the group of people that knew each other
the best was the Delts. I noticed that they knew each
other's names, majors, hometowns, and interests which
was something that the other two fraternities didn't
seem to have.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? What I am most looking forward to is being a brother to
everyone and having a close group of friends at college.
A fun fact about yourself:
I have 3 dogs of 3 different sizes.
Alpha
Family
Omega Family
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Brother Joseph Hendricks
Brother Kyle Kerman
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Strongsville, Ohio
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? I chose to join because of all the great guys I met during
formal recruitment.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? I’m looking forward to getting to learn all about ritual.
A fun fact about yourself: During the summer, I can’t be outside for more than 10
minutes or I’ll get a sunburn.
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta?
It is a great old fraternity filled with an awesome group
of guys that look out for each other, while still helping
others.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? The Brotherhood aspect.
A fun fact about yourself:
I am a twin. Beta
Family
Omega Family
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Brother Nick Pavio
Brother Alex Wells
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Geneseo, New York
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? The fraternity is made of guys who treat each other with
respect. Also that the fraternity does service.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? All the formal stuff looks like it will be fun.
A fun fact about yourself:
I’m a big outdoorsman.
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Lyndhurst, Ohio
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? I chose Delta Tau Delta because the active members placed
so much emphasis on its brotherhood, which was my main
reason for looking into fraternity life.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? Once I join, I'm looking forward to getting to know my new
brothers even more, as well as become more active in our
committees.
A fun fact about yourself: A fun fact about myself is that I intend to be on Saturday
Night Live someday.
Alpha Family
Omega Family
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Brother Michael Younes
Class of 2015
Where are you from? Stow, Ohio
Why did you choose to join Delta Tau Delta? I choose Delta because I felt at home with everyone and
everyone seemed to want to be my friend. It never
seemed forced.
What you are looking forward to in the Fraternity? The brotherhood in that I can count on them being there
for me and me for them.
A fun fact about yourself: My hand writing style is forever changing because I
take letters that I like from others and incorporate them
into my own writing.
Alpha Family
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Philanthropy Event
The Volleyball Tournament
Brotherhood Events
Whirly Ball and Delt Dodgeball
One of the highlights this semester was enjoying a few good games of whirly ball!
Brotherhood Chair Kevin Rossignol, arranged a few games at the local whirly ball arena Saturday,
October 29th
, for the fraternity. About 20 brothers were found throwing wiffle balls at a basket,
while moving around in dodgem like cars. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the several games that
were played. On another note, the fraternity purchased new dodge balls instead of using the old
worn-out JCU balls. As many of the brothers found out, the new dodge balls had quite a bounce to
them. Delt Dodgeball was held consistently every week on Wednesday nights.
As had been planned, the Delt volleyball tournament was held on Saturday, October 12th
.
Those who partook in the tournament were in Greek life, but there were also 4 non-Greek teams.
There were even two teams from Case Western Reserve University including the Zeta Delta Tau
Delta Chapter. In total, 16 teams participated in the tournament. A decent amount of people came
to watch the games and root for their friends. The winner of the tournament was the Sigma Phi
Epsilon team PBR. They won 2 out of 3 games against Beta Theta Pi. Altogether the tournament
raised $600 dollars.
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Alumni Corner
Brother Mark Johnson
My Brothers, being a Delt during my undergraduate years in JCU has
been valuable in preparing me for life after college. My time with the
fraternity not only fostered interpersonal skills which I have duly employed as
an Associate Chemist at Sherwin Williams, but it has also taught me time
management, project prioritization, and budgeting skills (thank you Jeff
Pelletier). These skills have proved useful when hosting meetings at work with
vendors and suppliers to managing product testing to meet deadlines.
Much effort was geared towards accomplishing objectives, never
forgetting the underlying principle of being prepared – which is always great
advice whether it be managing classwork to enjoying a social life. With this in
mind, I invite and encourage everyone to lead and succeed in doing so.
Remember that there are always opportunities in fostering the necessary skills
for leadership such as a leadership conference or a road presentation.
If you are a bit unsure of your abilities, I implore you to take on the
challenge because you never know what your limits are until you test them. My
experience provided me with the confidence to take on difficult challenges in
leading a group, but it also shaped me into a man of integrity that best convey
the meaning of living our ritual. Make the most of every opportunity to grow
and learn since being a Delt will provide you with scores of them, best wishes
during our upcoming holiday season!
Fraternally yours,
Mark Johnson
Mark Johnson (left) pictured with
Brother Matt Bader (right).
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