YOUR JOURNEY TO BECOME A BALANCED MAN STARTS HERE
Cal Theta 2nd place in Greek Week.
After winning Greek Week in 2008, Cal Theta lost by a slim margin to TKE almost pulling off back to back titles. Great Jobs Guys. You can see there Greek Sing "Pete Pan performance" on www.facebook.com.
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April 11th 2009
Congratulations to Alumni Casey Hayden for Alumni of the year and Creston W Casey our current President of the chapter for Man of the Year Honors. Great job guys.
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Alumni Beat the Actives in softball.
After taking a 17-1 lead the Alumni held on to win 17-14 in what turned out to be a thriller of a game and great time for all. Thanks for all than came out to cheer both teams on and great bbq too. This will be an annual event from now on.
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March 2009
Re: The JDM Alumni Society(2009)
Fellow Cal Theta Alumni:
My name is Mark Fulwider (Fall ’85), and I’m newly appointed as the chair of the John D. McClure Alumni Society and part of the Cal Theta Alumni Board of Directors. James Waterman previously handled this position, and we all thank him for starting the society and helping generate over $7,500 dollars in the society’s first year.
For those alumni brothers listed below that contributed funds last year, the chapter and alumni board are deeply thankful to you for your financial support at a critical juncture of the Cal Theta chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon. A special thanks to those brothers that contributed funds above and beyond. I’m pleased to say, the chapter has made great strides and has turned the corner. The turnaround would not have been possible without the following JDM Society Members’ contributions detailed below:
$500 Contribution in 2008
Clayton Holcomb, Corey Teibout
$250 Contribution in 2008
Andy Beal, Ben Hester, Casy Hayden, Charles Chambliss, Geoff Georman, Jack Ford, James Waterman, Jeff Longwell, Kevin Kay, Kevin Nishita, Mark Fulwider, Martin Powers, Michael McGee, Patrick Dunlap, Paul Bollard, Richard Giusti, Roberto Cazares, Rolf Mandich, Scott Lawrie, Thor Rayward, Tim McCormick, Wayne Mattson
If you contributed like me, I’m sure you would like to know your contribution made a difference and the funds were used as promised. Well, read on!
There were serious manpower and financial issues that needed to be addressed, or we could possibly not have a chapter on campus today. To refresh your memory, I’ve pasted below the chapter issues and immediate objectives of the JDM Society from last year’s letter requesting your contribution:
- “As our active chapter is low in man power, we are paying the national chapter a “minimum fee” that exceeds the head count contribution of our dues paying active membership”. Status: Active chapter had huge fall recruitment of 16 new brothers, and we anticipate another strong Spring rush. Three Balanced Man scholarships were given using the JDM Society funds for incoming freshman.
- “We are “in the red” $800 per month on our fraternity house rent vs. mortgage”. Status: House has full occupancy and is operating in the positive each month. The improvements made to the house have made it a much more desirable place to live.
- “ We owe back taxes, insurance, and other fees that are compounding” Status: Everything is current- (Note that the JD McClure Society money has only been used for house improvement and scholarships).
- The Fraternity House (Yes, they own a house!) needed some improvements. Status: Dry rotted stairs/posts have been replaced that were a safety hazard, Bathroom Sinks replaced (terrible 20” high pedestal sinks that were built for 4 year olds because the house used to be a day care center) (see picture of new sinks attached), New Carpet in every room (see picture attached), cabinets painted, walls repaired, new front lawn put in…) There were multiple clean up days that were very well supported by Alumni. Everything was done very inexpensively or donated. Come see for yourself, the house is at 2112 10th St, Sacramento.
- What other strides has the undergraduate chapter made on their own? How about: 2008 Greek Week Champions(2nd time in last five years) while again awarded the highest GPA on campus.
- The #1 accomplishment in my opinion: The Chapter is still alive and thriving again, and alumni are getting involved. It would not have happened without the JDM Society’s help keeping the chapter afloat. I hope you agree, the Alumni board and chapter has held up their end!!!!
If you’re like me, most of my closest friends today are Sig Eps I see on regular basis. I’ve received jobs and business referrals over the years from brothers. Essentially, I’m continuing to receive benefits today from being a part of Cal Theta. I feel it’s my duty and pleasure to give back to make sure this thing keeps going. I honestly barely missed my $250 donation last year, but the chapter benefited hugely from it. I’ve taken this position in the hope of taking the JDM Society to the next level and help ensure the Cal Theta chapter is viable continuing to offer young brothers the lifelong friendships that I’ve enjoyed. Trust me, these young brothers are worth our support, and they are very much like we were at their age.
The JDM Society needs your support now:
There are still pressing issues that we need your financial help to address. The goal for 2008 was to generate $25,000, and we fell short. The house needs a new roof and the chapter has no emergency fund to address any unforeseen issues with the fraternity house that’s almost 100 years old. The boards goal is to start awarding again the Robert Arnes Scholorship, Craig Miller Schlorship and the Pat Astafan Schlarship.
Your tax deductible donations are repeated at the beginning of each year through an organized annual process to assure program value over generations of Cal Theta Sig Eps. We are asking for Alumni brothers to contribute $250 like last year. This year, we are asking for that amount again, but we any contribution is appreciated in As a thank you to the JDM Society contributors in 2009, members will enjoy the following benefits:
- Discount & gift at our 45 Annual Sweatheart’s Ball on April 11th, 2009
- Discount at Alumni Golf Tournaments and events as scheduled
- Invited to special events for the JDM Society members.
“I’m in” again this year for a contribution of $250. Can we count on you? If so, please reply all, so other Alumni know you “Are In”.
Please your contributions can be paid via credit card or mail to the following address payable to “JDM Society”:
Check payable to JDM Society and mail to:
C/O Mark Fulwider
8883 Scenic Elk Court
Elk Grove CA 95624
Via Credit card:
JDM Society Contributions and Sweetheart’s Tickets via credit card:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/44464
Note: There are few alumni brothers who verbally committed to contributing to the JDM Society last year, who we’ve yet to receive check from. This donation is voluntary and we appreciate your support. If you have not sent in your 2008 check please send it to me at the address above and note donation for 2008.
Lastly, we are not just looking for $. We hope that you will get connected with Sig Ep again. The benefits of brotherhood are lifelong if you make the effort. Join us at our 45 Annual Sweatheart’s Ball on April 11th, 2009.
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2nd Annual Sig Ep Crab Feed. Same as last year but bigger and better.
Starting off with salad, pasta, drinks, raffle prizes, and a silent auction. Oh, and of course, CRAB!. It was a lot of fun for alumni and brothers families to meet each other and relax for the evening.
What: Crab Feed for Sigma Phi Epsilon Cal-theta chapter.
When: March 7th, 2009
Where: Newman Center (across the street from CSUS)
How Much: $35 general admission, $25 Student with ID
All Food included with price: Salad, Pasta, bread, and all you can eat Crab
Drinks are not included with price: Soda, water, beer, and wine
Bonus: Raffle, and Silent Auction!
cwwhitlock@gmail.com
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Alumni vs Actives Softball Game 4/11/09
Come see the Actives play the Alumni in Softball and bring the family.
This event will be the same day as our 45th Annual Sweethearts Formal.
Sweethearts Tickets Available now under upcoming events
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Team Sig Ep Rides in AIDS/Lifecycle 8
On May 31, 2009 Active brothers Cliff Whitlock and Adam Miller will be joined by Alumni Aaron Robison (Fall ’04) and Casey Hayden (Fall ’79) to ride from
Team Sig Ep is outfitted with bikes, helmets, jerseys and sunblock and will start intensive training this month. Each participant has committed to raise a minimum of $3000. and we are asking for the generous support of our brothers.
Please visit our homepage at www.tofighthiv.org/goto/teamsigep to donate online. You can maximize your donation by distributing payments over a 10 month period (a $300 pledge can be made at $30/month).
If all goes well, the goal is to make this a yearly philanthropy involving both senior actives and alumni brothers to further our aspirations of Virtue, Diligence and Brotherly Love in Sigma Phi Epsilon and the ideals of the Balanced Man: Sound Mind, Sound Body.
For more information on the ride, visit www.aidslifecycle.org
Thank you for your support. It’s great to be a Sig Ep!
Fraternally,
Casey Hayden
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October 2008
Cal Theta gets 20 for new Sigma/pledge class.
3rd Biggest class on the WEST COAST..
GREAT JOB GUYS...
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Our 45th Annual Sweethearts Ball will be April 11th, 2009 at the Hilton in Sacramento..
Beverages at 5pm and Dinner 6pm
Sacramento, CA 95815
Phone: 916-922-4700
GREEK WEEK CHAMPS 2008
May 1sr 2008
Cal Theta SPE Wins GREEK WEEK 2008
For the first time in seven years Cal Theta SPE won Greek week dominating such events as Trivial Pursuit, College bowl, Darts and Foosball. Every other event they placed 2nd or 3rd in.
GREAT JOB GUYS..
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New Alumni News from Scott Lawrie, Alumni Relations/Board Member.
1/28/08
New Website for Caltheta Active chapter.
www.sigepcsus.com
2/28/08
We welcome our newest addition to the Alumni Board Casey Hayden, Balanced Man Steward
House renovation news
We have been doing some nice house renovations with new concrete added in the backyard for basketball and new flooring upstairs. We still need your help if you're remodeling, we are a great tax write off. Here is the wish list of things needed, cash donations are also welcomed. :)
The McClure House Wish List
Granite for kitchen and bathroom counters (Still Need)
Cabinets for kitchens and bathrooms-DONE
Dishwasher Downstairs (New or used)
Clothes Washer (still need)
Light Switch/Outlet Covers DONE
Natural Light(type) Halogen Lights
Dump Trash Bin in Back Yard (summer time)DONE
Weedwacker DONE
New Door Peep Holes
New Paint for Door Frames DONE
Normal Size Sinks for Downstairs Bathroom DONE
New(er) Blinds for the whole House DONE
Light Covers for the Kitchen Lights
Paint for the Stairs (both) DONE
Removal of Toilet and Sink from Storage Room
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS
Every 2nd Thursday of the Month -
Next Alumni Board Meetings
June 12th , 2009 6pm
Sacramento Mansion 8th/N St
All Alumni Welcome.
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May 31st-June 6th
Bike Across America
AIDS/Lifecycle Fundraiser
Support BMS Casey and President Cliff
More details TBA Soon
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Hornet Football Alumni Tailergater
Sept 26th 3pm vs E.Washington.
October 10th 12:00 vs Idaho State
HOMECOMING:
Come see the Classic Rock band "Retrostate"
play your favorite 70's and 80's rock music.
October 24th 12:00 vs Montana
Oct 31st Halloween vs N.Arizona Time TBA
Nov 21st Causway Classic vs Davis 12:00.
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John D MCclure 80th B day and Annual Alumni Golf tournament
Saturday Oct 24th 2009 Time and Place TBA. Mark the calendars.
Come see Mr. McClure for his 80th birthday party and SPE Annual meeting.
No golf excuses since you have 5 months to find your clubs, tell the family or take lesson.
Both 2008 Golf events were a great time and strong turnout.
Get your foursomes together now.
Let's have each decade 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, and 2000's to current brothers represent
National Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Website - www.sigep.org
Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity Foundation - www.sigepfoundation.org
Sacramento State Alumni Association www.sacstatealumni.com
CAL THETA SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
The Balanced Man Scholarship is a one of three scholarships given out to incoming male freshman who are attending California State University Sacramento.
Sigma Phi Epsilon believes in rewarding men who exemplify the concept of the Balanced Man before entering the academic walls of CSU, Sacramento. Men who strive in the areas of academics, leadership, service, and gentlemanly behavior.
PAT ASTAFAN SCHOLARSHIP
A Beloved Brother we all miss that was tragically taken from us too early. His friendships and love for life will never be forgotten.
CRAIG MILLER SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship has been available for over 25 years since Craig Miller also left us too early.
The Balanced Man, Pat Astafan and Craig Miller Scholarships are only offered through Sigma Phi Epsilon Cal Theta CSUS.
If you are interested in applying or donating for any of the Scholarships, please fill out the application located via this link and then e-mail it as an attachment to Scott Lawrie at thegrove07@aol.com.
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