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WELCOME from Bobby It is with great honor that I am able to address you as the new Prytanis of the Lambda chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon. As Prytanis, each and every day provides an opportunity to grow my character, as well as provide guidance that has ripple effects throughout the chapter and on our members. Our new executive board is grateful to have the opportunity to lead the chapter in a positive direction with the mentorships of our board of advisors, and our chapter advisor Tom Kitching. I would like to extend our greatest appreciation for the support of each and every one of you alumni. Your experience, donations, and networks allow us to continue drawing in new members, and in turn, opening their eyes to what it means to make better men for a better world. Yours in the Bond, Robert James O’Neil IV (lambda 1269) 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 Welcome Chapter News Winter Takes Toll on TKE House & Lambda Foundation Alumni News & Hall of Fame Banquet Building Renovation Plan Capital Campaign Key Contacts, & More LAMBDA CHAPTER TAU KAPPA EPSILON SPRING 2019 NEWSLETTER UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON ◊ 22 new members initiated ◊ Raised over $21,000 for St. Jude during TKE Week ◊ Brought on a new chapter advisor, Tom Kitching MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS of last semester ◊ Reached over $300,000 for the capital campaign ◊ Raised over $15,000 for Humorolgy with Delta Gamma ◊ Sent 4 members to RLC Donate online to our capital campaign at https://bit.ly/2Csigfu
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WELCOME from BobbyIt is with great honor that I am able to address you as the new Prytanis of the Lambda chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon. As Prytanis, each and every day provides an opportunity to grow my character, as well as provide guidance that has ripple effects throughout the chapter and on our members. Our new executive board is grateful to have the opportunity to lead the chapter in a positive direction with the mentorships of our board of advisors, and our chapter advisor Tom Kitching.
I would like to extend our greatest appreciation for the support of each and every one of you alumni. Your experience, donations, and networks allow us to continue drawing in new members, and in turn, opening their eyes to what it means to make better men for a better world.
Yours in the Bond,Robert James O’Neil IV (lambda 1269)
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Welcome
Chapter News
Winter Takes Toll on TKE House & Lambda Foundation
Alumni News & Hall of Fame Banquet
Building Renovation Plan
Capital Campaign
Key Contacts, & More
LAMBDA CHAPTER TAU KAPPA EPSILON
SPRING 2019 NEWSLETTER
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON
◊22 new members initiated ◊Raised over $21,000 for St.
Jude during TKE Week ◊Brought on a new chapter
advisor, Tom Kitching
MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTSof last semester
◊Reached over $300,000 for the capital campaign
◊Raised over $15,000 for Humorolgy with Delta Gamma
◊Sent 4 members to RLC
Donate online to our capital campaign at https://bit.ly/2Csigfu
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OUR VISION FOR THE YEAR During the last semester we had the opportunity to bring in and redevelop our chapter culture with the help of national members of Tau Kappa Epsilon. Our
new executive board wishes to further build off what we learned from our nationals, and work to build new traditions that actively engage the chapter.
Over the next two semesters I wish to reemphasize the importance of our connections with you, the alumni. We are looking to host several events for the alumni base, ranging from professional to casual. We hope that in these times we not only learn valuable lessons for our careers, but also gain a pointer or two about one day being a good father, a good neighbor, and a good role model in the community.
One avenue opening up in the chapter which I am excited to see grow is the addition of a Personal Development Chair. This position will be spearheaded by Joe Beste, and will strive to lead our chapter in the ways the classroom doesn’t prepare you for such as, resume creation, mock interviews, and organizational tips. This position will be looking for speakers to come speak to chapter on their professions or personal skills that have led to their success in the professional realm. If you are interested please reach out to Joe at +1 (608) 556-6676.
Our chapter has a bright year ahead of us this upcoming year, and we can’t wait to tell you more about it.
CHAPTER NEWS
The newest executive board. From left to right (top): Zach Heller - Epiprytanis, Matthew McJoynt - Grammetaus, Matthew St. Thomas - Chaplain, Colin Lancaster - History, Jack Danner - Pylorotes, Dan Forbord - Social Chair. (bottom) Azbel Guerra - Recruitment Chairman, Robert O’Neil IV - Prytanis, Varun Damodarasamy - Hegemon, Ben Wondolkowski - Cryosopheles.
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Frater Alex Budke serving at a local food kitchen with his pledge class
Four Members of the last initiated pledge class (Casey Olsen, Brenden Zimmer, Artyom Karyukin, and Zach Keller)
The Spring '19 Pledge Class
Frater Patrick Sheehan serving as a confirmation sponsor
This January’s polar vortex unfortunately impacted the TKE house. On January 30 the National Weather Service reported that wind chills hit between minus 50-60 degrees in many cities across the state. A pipe in the living room burst, causing a flood in the front room. Quick action by the undergraduates and our property manager limited the damage mostly to the front room. Insurance will cover some of the damage after our deductible.
The front living room with standing water after burst pipes
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON
WINTER TAKES A TOLL ON THE TKE HOUSE
The TKE house was not the only building with damage from the cold. Burst water pipes and other flooding related problems damaged 28 UW-Madison buildings, forcing 180 course sections to be relocated.
The cold weather, snow, and rapid melt have also caused roof damage. Initial bids have been received and range from $8-12,000 for repairs to $60-$70,000 for a roof replacement.
Renovations to the heating and cooling system and roof renovations are part of the building renovation plan and capital campaign.
See pages 6 and 7.
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TKE LAMBDA CHAPTER FOUNDATION, INCFrater Ted Woll was presented with a $1,600 scholarship from the Lambda Foundation in March.Frater Woll is a sophomore studying to be a economics major.His campus activities include:
• Air Force ROTC• Volunteer Fire Fighter• Assistant TKE Philanthropy Chair• Employee at the Memorial Union
Robert Yeoman '79Currently Serving on the Boards of: Machinery Dealers, National Association of Machinery & Equipment Appraisers,Elkhart County Humane Society, President of Northern Indiana Tennis Association and Midwest USTA Board Representative(574) [email protected]
AlvinMatz‘57New Address:700 Welsh Road Apt 114Watertown, WI. 53098(352) [email protected] moved back to Wisconsin in March 2018 after spending 20 years in Florida.
Richard DeMallie Jr. '60New Address:918 S Lake RdMiddlesex, NY 14507(585) [email protected]
JamesClay‘82New Address:7720 El Pastel Dr.Dallas, Texas 75248(972) [email protected]
CraigChester‘05New Address:4017 Tennyson RoadUniversity Park, MD 20782(202) 702-4599 [email protected]
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KEEP USUP-TO-DATE
Mark Braue, died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 30. Mark died of a heart attack while swimming, one of his lifelong passions. He was initiated into TKE in 1975 and graduated in 1978.
Mark's memorial service will be held February 20th at 1:00 PM at the Strunk Funeral Home in Sebastian, FL.
CHAPTER ETERNAL
(Note we just learned of this news in March) Roman George HiebingJr. passed away peacefully on the morning of Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016, at Agrace HospiceCare in Madison, Wis. Roman was a first generation college graduate.
He was initiated into Lambda Chapter in March 1964, with scroll #447. His advertising career began at Leo Burnett in Chicago. Roman worked on the award-winning Schlitz "You only go around once in life," and "Grab the gusto" campaigns. His graduate
thesis, "Territorial Marketing and Restaurant Franchises" and success with Brat Und Brau restaurants in Madison caught the eye of Kentucky Fried Chicken, for whom he created memorable slogans such as "Get a bucket of chicken, have a barrel of fun," and "Good bye ho-hum." In 1981, Roman formed The Hiebing Group with seven employees. The Hiebing Group (currently Hiebing) grew to be one the dominant marketing and advertising agencies in the Midwest, serving many national accounts.
on your activities and accomplishments. Go to our web site and fill out the update form at https://wistke.org/alumni-update-profile
The following Fraters have entered the Chapter Eternal
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Friday night was a get together at the Essen Haus Restaurant and Bar. Alumni enjoyed the Bavarian fare, beers (some in a boot) and the live polka music. Saturday a tailgate was held at the Union South before the football game.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON
ALUMNI WEEKEND RECAP
The football game was frustrating where Wisconsin took the lead, then fell behind, never able to catch up. Everyone was waiting for the offensive to finally get going, but never did. Rafael Gaglianone missed a 42-yard field goal late in the game that would have tied the game.
Final: BYU 24 Wisconsin 21.
Fraters at the Essen Haus. Pat Lenon with a boot of beer
Alumni enjoying the tailgate at Union South
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2019 | MEMORIAL UNION5:30PM Reception | 6:30PM Dinner | 7:30PM Program Begins
HALL OF FAME BANQUETSAVE THE DATE...
This Fall we will begin a new tradition by honoring some of our most deserving alumni. These are Fraters that have been successful in their career, community, or with the fraternity, and is an individual who goes above and beyond. We invite you to make a nomination for this year’s Hall of Fame class at:https://wistke.org/hall-of-fame-nominationThe coordinator of this event is Tom Hille who can bereached at (262) 389-4973 or [email protected]
Homecoming this year features the Badgers vs. Michigan State. We
will attempt to get a block of tickets when they become available. Watch for further updates as this program is
finalized.
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Serving as the home for 500 young men over the past 50 years, 216 Langdon is need of numerous upgrades. Numerous fraternities have built new facilities or have completed major renovations in the past five years at the University of Wisconsin. This includes Theta Chi, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Sigma Phi Epsilon, and Sigma Chi. We need to provide a facility that is not only market competitive but can provide the memories that you enjoyed as an undergraduate.
The decision to renovate the existing facility was made after a thorough analysis of the facility, assessment of university’s housing, and an evaluation of our chapter’s fundraising. The Housing Corporation Board made the following conclusions:• A renovated house cost much less than razing
and building new.• A renovated house provided more square footage
than a newly built house, considering the overall cost of a new build, as opposed to a renovation.
• The existing foundation structure is of high quality consisting of concrete and structural steel and is in excellent condition.
• The existing house has many redeeming features, including a large parking lot, a rooftop deck, a large basement social hall, and a main floor dining room and kitchen.
• The existing house features 28 large bedrooms which can sleep two members per room. A new house, based on the financial model, would contain fewer bedrooms.
The parking lot improvements were completed August 2018. In January 2016, the City of Madison cited us for numerous parking code violations (Even though we had used that space as is for parking for 50 years). They now required lighting, paving, bike racks, landscaping, etc. In September 2017, after months of review, the City of Madison finally approved our design. The addition of storm drain improvements pushed the total project cost to $140,000.
(See details at https://wistke.org/construction-details)
LAMDA CHAPTER OF TAU KAPPA EPSILONFUTURE PLANS
RENOVATION PLANSSUMMARY
$1,722,729
$140,000
$596,250
$380,000
$50,000
$200,000
$3,088,979
$1,000,000
$2,088,979
Newly paved and improved parking lot
PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
Building Improvements and Repairs
Parking lot Improvements
Roof Improvements
Current Mortgage to refinance
Fixed costs to recover while vacant
Capital Campaign Costs
Total Project Cost
Capital Campaign Donations
Amount to finance
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Setting the stage for the next century of Lambda excellence on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, the Alumni of Lambda Chapter launched a significant chapter house restoration campaign November 2017.
The fundraising initiative to fund the Lambda chapter house restoration is exciting, lofty, and necessary venture. Fraters contributing to the campaign believe in the Fraternity’s mission, the chapter’s vision, and the project’s compelling need.
There are multiple ways to contribute the campaign. Contribtions to the campaign may be made as one-time gifts or pledges, pa able over five-year periods. Fraters may utilize one or more of the following to fulfill their giving decisions:
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN - MADISON
CAPITAL CAMPAIGNSUMMARY(See details at https://wistke.org/campaign)
CashContributors can • Donate online at https://bit.ly/2Csigfu. • Simply complete the attached pledge card and return it with your check to PO Box 45735, Madison, WI 53744.
Gifts of StockMany Fraters have chosen to make contributions of appreciated stock to the campaign. There are advantages of giving stock where you avoid the Capital Gain Tax that you would ordinarily pay. The appreciated value of your securities will represent a significantly larger contribution than the actual cost of your investment.
For information on gifting securities, please contact: Michael ShindelarWells Fargo Wealth [email protected]
Matching GiftsSome Fraters have taken advantage of the corporate matching gifts to qualified taxdeductible organizations.
Contributions may be tax-deductible, as determined by law. We have created a new Lambda Chapter - TKE Foundation. The intention is to provide for tax deductible donations for the renovation project as well as future scholarships for undergraduates. We will use this fund for company ] matches and major gifts of at least $10,000. Contributions to this fund can only be used for educational purposes which would include items such as internet connectivity, networking, library, fire suppression, and study areas within the chapter house facility and, of course, student scholarships.
As of April 1, 2019, we have raised $309,500
which is 31% of Goal.
NAMING OPPORTUNITIESThere are several room naming opportunities for gift pledges of $10,000 or greater. Please contact Campaign ChairmanFritz Jacobi for more details(920) [email protected]
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Prsrt StdUS Postage
PAIDTucson, AZ
Permit #2216
Address Service Requested
Tau Kappa Epsilon
Lambda Chapter
C/0 Fraternity Management Group
P.O. Box 12010
Tucson, AZ 85732-2010
Lambda Chapter Building Corp., TKE, is the organization that manages the property at 216 Langdon Street. It is a 501(c) organization which is exempt from income taxes and files an IRS Form 990 each year. Chair/President-BillVandeCastle‘76(414) [email protected]
The Lambda Chapter Board of Advisors ("BOA") serves to provide guidance to the undergraduate chapter members regarding all facets of chapter management. The BOA has a conference call with the chapter officers on a bimonthly basis.Chair/President-DavidZeitlin‘15(615) [email protected]
TKE Lambda Chapter Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation registered with the State of Wisconsin. It has obtainied an EIN for the corporation from the IRS, and is now in the application review process by the IRS for recognition by the IRS as a tax exempt entity.Chair/President-MichaelBrink‘01(612) [email protected]
TKE Lambda Chapter Capital Campaign is the fundraising initiative to fund the Lambda chapter house restoration.Chair/President-FritzJacobi’76(920) [email protected]
Lambda Chapter PrytanisRobert James O'Neil IV '21(414) [email protected]
KEY CONTACTS
HELP WANTEDWe need an alumnus to help coordinate alumni
communication with our capital consultant Fraternity Management Group. Regular duties would be to update social media as well as assist in the semi-
annual newsletter. Please contact Matt Noble, President, FMG
(520) 990-3250 or [email protected]
SAVE THE DATE
Alumni Weekend 2019October 12, 2019
Hall of Fame BanquetUW vs MI State
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