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March 23, 2008
3-23-2008 Consuls Word
Consul’s Word – March 15, 2008
My Brothers,
Upon returning from a well earned and much needed break, the chapter has been reflecting on what we have done thus far and what still needs to be done. With our minds re-energized and our thoughts re-focused, we begin the home stretch of this academic year.
Previous to Spring Break, the undergraduate chapter had the privilege of attending the 124th Indiana Sigma Chi State Day Banquet held at the Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station in downtown Indianapolis. This afforded us the exciting opportunity to experience brotherhood with Sigs from a number of different undergraduate chapters as well as many illustrious alumni. During the awards ceremony, we were fortunate enough to win the Richard E. Hester Philanthropic Award, presented by Dick Hester himself. It was truly an honor to be recognized by someone who has done so much for Sigma Chi. This recognition reassured me in a way, because it is evidence that the values that we hold dear and strive to emulate are alive and well here at the Iota Sigma chapter. It is a sign that the core of this brotherhood has remained pure. After the dinner and banquet, our brothers from the Rho chapter at Butler invited us to join them in the festivities at their house. They were also kind enough to let us spend the night there.
Prior to Spring Break, we also had the opportunity of meeting with a number of the executive members of the Northwest Indiana Alumni chapter. They were very enthusiastic about getting involved in the undergraduate chapter hear at Valparaiso, and much of the discussion revolved around how this could be accomplished. Therefore, the Iota Sigma chapter has scheduled a brotherhood event at the Buffalo Wild Wings in Valparaiso for April 5th starting at 5 PM. Wings will be provided, and any Sigma Chi alumni in the area are welcome to come and enjoy some wings, Final Four basketball, and good company. It is our hope that this will be the beginning of a strong relationship as we seek to expand the reach of brotherhood beyond our own chapter.
Currently, we are in the midst of the pledging process. We have five fantastic pledges, all of which have shown incredible enthusiasm for Sigma Chi and the values that we profess. They are busy accomplishing all that they must in order to gain admittance into our Order. As I pass through their meetings and Inspirationals, I am reminded of my own pledging experience and where it has led me. It is a breath of fresh air to share in the beginning of another’s journey in Sigma Chi. It is a constant reminder of what this Fraternity truly holds dear, and as I-Week and Initiation approach, these feelings continue to grow ever stronger.
With firm resolution we are determined to finish strong. May we continue to exercise and expand the bonds of brotherhood. In closing brothers, I would like to wish you and your families a blessed Easter.
Guard Well My Brothers,
Karl Schreiber
Consul