Tau Kappa Epsilon - Epsilon Kappa Summer Newsletter 7/22/2017 |
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State of the Fraternity Esteemed Alumni Fraters, Parents, Faculty and Friends of the Fraternity, The summer months are finally upon us, and all our brothers are surely enjoying some well-earned time off from school. Whether they are filling their days with internships, work or classes, this time of the year offers the perfect opportunity for our fraters to rest and recharge their batteries. Fall semester will be here before we know it. While enjoying the time off, our executive board has been hard at work planning and preparing for the upcoming semester. Events our chapter is particularly looking forward to this coming semester include another successful recruitment campaign, the annual St. Jude Walk/Run and a weekend long off campus brotherhood retreat. In this edition you will find an update from the EK Alumni Association, information about our four newest officers and a section dedicated to honoring our recently graduated fraters. The graduating class of 2017 has played a pivotal role in this organization’s recent success. Many of these men held officer positions for multiple years. Their vision and leadership proved instrumental in propelling Epsilon Kappa towards becoming a top tier chapter, both at Loyola and across TKE-nation. We will miss them, and wish them nothing but the absolute best in both their professional and personal endeavors. I hope you have a productive and relaxing rest of the summer. I especially look forward to updating you all on our progress in the fall! Fraters, I Love This Fraternity! Yours In The Bond, Harry D. Conkey IV, #877
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Alumni Association Update |
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Happy Summer All Alumni Fraters, The EK Chapter Alumni Advisory Board hope you all have enjoyed a fabulous Summer 2017 celebrating warm weather and holidays with family, friends and Fraters!! The 2017-2018 academic year at Loyola University will soon begin. The Alumni Advisory Board has planned a terrific event in September to celebrate a new academic term at Loyola University and bring together Alumni Fraters and EK Undergrad Tekes. The 2017-2018 Academic Term “Kick-Off” Event is a Bocce Ball Tournament between EK Undergrads and EK Alums. The AAB wants to thank former TKE-EK Prytanis, Dr. Ray Bianchi for making his luxurious bachelor pad and professional outdoor Italian Bocce Ball courts available for this auspicious event. Alumni and Undergrad Fraters will revel competing in this environment as Frater Ray’s courts are “under-the-lights”, complete with a built in sound system (music from "The Godfather", of course), a mahogany bar and spectator stands. Professional Bocce Ball Officials from the Italian Federation are being flown in to referee. Expect delicious pizza as Fraters can dine, imbibe and relax in-between matches alongside a blazing fire pit. Is your mouth watering? Mark your calendar for 3PM, Saturday (Sept. 23) @ 3PM. Matches will begin at 3;30PM. The Bianchi Bachelor Casa is located at: 21466 NORTH THRUSH COURT DEER PARK ILLINOIS 60010 Alumni entry fee for this event is $20.00 “no hollar.” Undergrads compete for $15.00. In other words, a deal no one can refuse! Recommended dress code should identify you as a TKE-EK Alumni, Undergrad or Chicago Organized Crime Member. Or Alumni and Undergrads who are certified (Made) members of TKE-EK Chapter may come as you are. Yours In The Bond and HPMF!! Karl Costello, Prytanis, EK Alumni Advisory Board Rick Carbonara, Epi-Prytanis, EK Alumni Advisory Board Tom Jorstad, Chrysopholous, EK Alumni Advisory Board Bob Scigalski, Histor, EK Alumni Advisory Board |
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Upcoming Events We hope everyone is having a great time this summer, enjoying the weather and the break we earned after finishing anther strong school year. We also hope that everyone is already looking forward to another successful year. Here some of the events you can look forward to in the fall. September 7th 6:45 pm Rush Info Session - Cuneo September 8th 8:00 pm ADPi Mixer - Bar 63 September 9th 1:00 pm Dodgeball - Halas September 12th 6:45 pm Rush Info Session - Cuneo September 14th 7:00 pm Traditions with TKE - Cuneo September 23rd 3:00 pm Alumni Bocce Ball Tournament September 25th 8:00 pm New Member Induction September 30th 12:00 pm Big/Little Service Project - A Just Harvest September 30th 3:30 pm Softball - Loyola Park |
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Fraternity for Life The Epsilon Kappa chapter will miss the graduating class of 2017. Their hard work and leadership was imperative to the continued growth and success of the chapter. Its members helped to plan our first Jokes for Jude Philanthropy and earn our multiple Top Chapter awards. Many of our new alumni were able to tell us a bit about their time in TKE and some of their plans for the future. |
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Nick Kimble Major: Political Science Minor: Business Administration Why did you choose your major: I am very interested in government and business efficiency. At some point, I would like to run for local office. Post-Graduation Plans: I am an Expansion Coordinator for Tau Kappa Epsilon International Headquarters Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? I joined TKE because of the strong ideals of the brothers who were in the chapter at the time and for the opportunity to grow something bigger than myself. There was a tremendous amount of leadership opportunity for anyone who was interested. Favorite Memory: The call I received when I found out that three years of hard work had finally paid off and EK was recognized as a Top TKE chapter in the country because of our operations, growth, and brotherhood. It was an honor to enjoy this accomplishment, the second one in EK history, with everyone in the chapter. |
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Dennis Kelman Major: Marketing & Management Why did you choose your major: Loved to be a leader, and wanted to understand how and why people make their everyday decisions. Post-Graduation Plans: Will be employed as a digital media specialist or project management role. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? Great group of men, that didn't feel like the negative Frat connotation I had coming into college. Favorite Memory: My 21st birthday or 60th anniversary RCB. |
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Dylan Reel Major: Political Science Minor: Criminal Justice Why did you choose your major: I want to be an attorney involved in politics, thus this was the best route to achieve my goal and help prepare for law school. Post-Graduation Plans: My post graduation plans are to attend law school at Campbell Law School in Raleigh, North Carolina. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? I joined TKE to experience the brotherhood that no other fraternity on campus could provide, to surround myself with men who were driven by success, to create and maintain friendships that could not be provided anywhere else, and to push myself to become a better man, friend, leader, and brother. Favorite Memory: My favorite memory of my four years in TKE came from my time as the philanthropy chair when we hosted the very first Jokes' For St.Jude. Seeing all of the brothers come together to make sure the show went on and we sold out was a feeling that cannot be matched. Raising thousands of dollars that will go toward St.Jude is something that I prided myself on the most when it came to my contribution with TKE, and the first Jokes' For St.Jude provided a night that I will never forget. |
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Donner Kahl Major: Statistics Minors: Spanish, Biostatistics Why did you choose your major: I am good at math and it is a useful skill. Post-Graduation Plans: Transition into market analytics. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? When I met the guys during rush week, I felt they were all close with minimal "cliques". I felt that I would join an organization where I would get to know each brother on a personal level. Favorite Memory: The time between 3-5 am during Relay for Life. Everyone was loopy with lack of sleep, yet we were all hyped due to copious amount of red bulls. We were enjoying ourselves for a great cause. In general, Relay is a time of extreme feelings; sad and joyous, exhausted and energized. It's real. |
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Alex Finch Major: Finance Why did you choose your major: A philosphy major does not pay the bills. Post-Graduation Plans: Working. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? The brotherhood and the support system Favorite Memory: Can't put this in writing |
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Andy Pawlowski Major: Finance and Sports Management Minor: Business Administration Why did you choose your major: Finance is fun, Sports Management was easy/interesting. Post-Graduation Plans: I am working in the Risk Department at Goldman Sachs. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? I was a Legacy and already knew people in the chapter. Favorite Memory: St Patrick's Day 2014 and RCB 2016. |
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Conor Moran Major: Enviormental Policy Why did you choose your major: Because it's a growing field with many opportunities Post-Graduation Plans: Continuing at Loyola for Graduate business school. Then starting at Grant Thornton as an Audit Associate. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? I was drawn to the brotherhood. Favorite Memory: Celebrating after our chapter's first Jokes for St. Jude event |
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Brian Wheatley Major: Economics & Finance Why did you choose your major: Interested in the macro theoretical perspective of economics but like how applicable finance is. Post-Graduation Plans: Working at Aon Hewitt in Chicago as a real estate consultant. Pledge Class: Upsilon - Fall 2013 What made you join TKE? Bill Luhmann. And the close brotherhood, plus the upsilon class had some cool guys all motivated to making TKE better. Favorite Memory: Rush formal. |
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Jackson Hodonicky Major: Accounting Minors: Finance Why did you choose your major: Always wanted to go into business, enjoyed working with numbers and the more analytical side of things. Good job prospects as well. Post-Graduation Plans: Continuing at Loyola for Graduate business school. Then starting at Grant Thornton as an Audit Associate. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? Fit in with the group of guys and saw something I could contribute to. Favorite Memory: Active brotherhood event exploring Chicago. |
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Jacob Kroll Major: International Studies Minors: Anthropology, Film and Digital Media Why did you choose your major: I want to work to make the world a better place for all people. Post-Graduation Plans: Working for a year as a salesman at Napleton's auto park of Urbana. Then return to graduate school for a masters degree in political science. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? The brotherhood. Favorite Memory: Tekeing over Fort Lauderdale spring break 2017 |
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Ritesh Kashyap Major: Biology Minors: Chemistry & Exercise Science Why did you choose your major: I chose this major to because it worked well with the pre-med requirements. Post-Graduation Plans: I am getting my Masters degree, then attending medical school. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? I was drawn to TKE because of the brotherhood. Favorite Memory: Our Senior bar crawl. |
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Jaspl Singh Major: Human Resources Management Why did you choose your major: I wanted to pursue a career in which I truly get to work with people.. Post-Graduation Plans: Working at AppDynamics. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? To truly experience the bonds of brotherhood with people who I knew would stay lifelong friends. Favorite Memory: St. Jude's 5K run with the guys! |
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Kenny Sweezy Major: Forensic Science Minors: Chemistry Why did you choose your major: I wanted to apply my skills in the sciences to a life of public service. Post-Graduation Plans: Searching for a job in law enforcement while working part time for the Chicago Cubs. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? I had two friends bring me out to events after discussing my skepticism of greek life. I immediately connected with the guys and with the values they preached. It is not an extraordinary story but let to an extraordinary 4 years. Favorite Memory: Seeing the massive success of the first Jokes for St. Jude's event was among the best memories I have. Being a big to Evan Funk and Christian Ramirez was the most fulfilling experience I had over the course of four years. |
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John Tyler Major: Business Management Minors: Health Systems Management Why did you choose your major: I have ambitions to be President and CEO of a health system in the future. Post-Graduation Plans: MBA/MHA Dual Degree Program at St. Louis University. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? I was new to Chicago, and I needed to find a home. The men of TKE took me in and treated me like family since the day we met. From there, I wanted to be a part of this strong brotherhood - something bigger than myself. Finally, I wanted to contribute my talents and efforts to making TKE the best chapter on campus and in TKE Nation. Favorite Memory: Brotherhood events, TKEsgiving, and the impromptu trips we would take all over the United States. |
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Kyle Wagner Major: Biology and Neuroscience Why did you choose your major: Biology is great for pre-meds, and neuroscience is a booming field of study (and it's interesting, too). Post-Graduation Plans: Research technician, hospital volunteering, and applying to medical school. Pledge Class: Phi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? I needed a support system to get help working though my parents' divorce. I also wanted to get more involved in the student life at Loyola. Favorite Memory: Finishing a great semester with my philanthropy committee by playing poker, eating, relaxing, and reminiscing. |
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Maximilian Albekier Major: Economics Why did you choose your major: Economics is the study of human behavior given scarce resources. Post-Graduation Plans: Find meaningful employment, finish up a research paper and dive into my hobbies. Pledge Class: Omega - Fall 2016 What made you join TKE? As a transfer student I was in search of friends and a place to grow. Favorite Memory: Living in the International House. |
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Roman Krasnitsky Major: History Why did you choose your major: From a young age, when I would read about my Krasnitsky ancestors in Russian history books, I've found the study of history fascinating. Post-Graduation Plans: In a year, I plan on pursuing a Ph.D. in Medieval Catholic History. The eventual goal is to teach at a university level and do research/write on the development of the political power of the papacy. Pledge Class: Alpha Alpha - Fall 2016 What made you join TKE? One of my friends from high school, Harry Runzel, initially turned me on to the idea of joining the chapter. Joining the Epsilon-Kappa chapter has been the best decision of my life, and I look forward to growing in the bond with my brothers in the years to come. Favorite Memory: I think my favorite memory can be taken in sum as every time I have ever hung out with any of the guys. |
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New Officers Although we will miss the leadership of many of our most recent graduates, we welcome our new leaders. Our new officers are excited to have the opportunity to grow the chapter and grow as leaders within the chapter. Read more about the officers and their goals for their positions. |
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Webmaster David Cheng Hometown: St. Louis, MO Graduating: 2018 Major: Computer Science Why did you choose your major? Interested in network security, cryptography, software development, and web development--decided to get the general degree. Pledge Class: Psi - Spring 2014 What made you join TKE? Best guys on campus Goals for the upcoming semester? My goal is to keep the site up to date and create pages that will be useful for rush and fundraising events. |
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Histor Donald Stolz Hometown: St. Louis, MO Graduating: 2018 Major: Software Engineering Why did you choose your major? I enjoy the diversity of things to learn and the wide variety of problems to solve. Pledge Class: Alpha Alpha - Spring 16 What made you join TKE? I was drawn to brotherhood and the commitment to the chapter that many of the leaders showed. Goals for the upcoming semester? I plan to improve our systems for archiving chapter photos and communicating alumni information. I will also be maintaining our new alumni association website. |
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Academic Chairman Gaberiel Guevara Hometown: Chicago, IL Graduating: 2019 Major: Biology Why did you choose your major? I always knew I wanted to be a doctor and I chose biology because I believe it will help me prepare the most for medical school. Pledge Class: Alpha Beta - Fall 16 What made you join TKE? When I transferred to Loyola I knew no one and the men in TKE welcomed me and made me feel at home immediately.. Goals for the upcoming semester? Set a higher standard for our chapter when it comes to academics and to make sure academic help is accessible whenever a brother needs it. |
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Social Chairman Karl Anthony Lang Hometown: Elmhurst, IL Graduating: 2019 Major: Philosophy & Communication Why did you choose your major? Make me a diverse candidate for law school and to focus on my strengths as a person. Pledge Class: Alpha Beta - Fall 16 What made you join TKE? The Dedication and Brotherhood demonstrated by it's members. Goals for the upcoming semester? To have an overall exciting a fun semester from beginning to end. |
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Intramural Chairman Stephen Spaulding Hometown: Northfield, MN Graduating: 2020 Major: Exercise Science Why did you choose your major? As a Pre-Med student, I prefer to learn about the body rather than learning about plants and animals as a Biology major. Pledge Class: Alpha Gamma - Spring 17 What made you join TKE? I joined TKE because I was looking for something more than just a fraternity. I didn't simply want a larger group of friends, I wanted guys that I could call my family. Not only that, but a fraternity that I would be proud to be apart of. No better fit than TKE. Goals for the upcoming semester? To get more brothers involved and win the championship for every sport. |
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Gabe Guevara at Yosemite National Park |
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Grand Prytanis Rod Talbott & Joe Randazzo at the TKE Leadership Academy |
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Rommy Khalafallah & Max Van de Werken enjoying Lake Michigan |
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Peter Cabaj in the Dominican Republic |
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Harry Runzel with a 47.5" Northern pike at Wallaston Lake Lodge in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada |
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