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20 NEW BROTHERS!

bechols — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:47:05 +0000

Last Sunday, November 15, the Pi Delta brothers initiated 20 new brothers into the ranks of Tau Kappa Epsilon. After making it through eight weeks of learning about the Fraternity and the local chapter, the associate members were ready to officially become brothers. While in this eight weeks period under the leadership of Frater Dom Stella, the new members learned about the six focal points of TKE, Scholarship, Leadership, Teamwork, Character, Brotherhood, and Service. With each week came a new focal point which the new members learned about and actively participated in demonstrating. The new members also learned about the current brothers and other current chapter activities. TKE Nation should be very proud to welcome these 20 new members into the Bond.

Alumni Tailgate

bechols — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:42:55 +0000

Good football is always preceded by good tailgates. Last Saturday, Nov. 7, the TKE through down a killer tailgate with the Pi Delta alumni during their annual TKE Alumni Tailgate. The tailgate was in the Blazer Village outside of Legion Field. It started at 10 in the morning and lasted up until the kick off at 1PM. Hot dogs and hamburgers were served along with side dishes from alumni. All the brothers enjoyed spending time with each other and sharing old stories. After the tailgate, the Blazers played a great game and pulled out a stunning victory.

Introducing Andrew Stone- Mr. UAB!

bechols — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:38:30 +0000

During half time at the homecoming game, Frater Andrew Stone, took home one of the most prestigious awards at UAB- Mr. UAB. There were several rounds of interviews and many great people running, but in the end Andrew pulled out an overwhelming victory. This was the first year that the student body was able to vote, and Andrew campained extremelywell. He made Facebook groups and the like, all the while still going out to the student body in general and campaigning. As Mr. UAB, Andrew will serve as a leader of the Student Alumni Society and on the NAS Board. Additionally, Andrew received a $1,500 scholarship along with his title. Frater Stone truly has earned the prize and will make UAB proud as he carries the title.

Mr. Andrew Stone and Ms. Claire Sands, Mr. and Mrs. UAB

Habitat for Humanity

bechols — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:51:26 +0000

On October 24, 2009, Pi Delta brothers, associate members, and chapter sweetheart volunteered with Habitat for Humanity. The brothers met at the HUC at 7 AM and on a rainy day to carpool to the site. The location was at Red Mill Road in Birmingham, and the house is being built for Lurette Holifield and her son, Jakobi. The brothers and the new associate members enjoyed the volunteering and helping out with Habitat, and special thanks goes to the Habitat for Humanity branch at UAB of Greater Birmingham for offering the opportunity to serve. We will be again back soon!

After the work was done and the hammers put up, the brothers made their way to Alpha Xi Delta ’s Puzzlepalooza philanthropy.

24 Associate Members!

bechols — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 22:50:07 +0000

With 24 new associate members, the Pi Delta chapter has the largest incoming class in over 10 years and the largest on UAB campus. This is an exciting time for the brothers and the the associate members. All the brothers worked hard at rush and are excited to have such a large class. Here are all the associate members for the Fall of 2009.

Brent Charles Taylor

Cameron Brimer

Chase Giles

Daniel Stickler

Dustin White

Eddie Moncrief

Eric George

Jack Cowan

James Mark Lucas

Joe Massie

Josh Pridgeon

Justin Oliver

Nathan Vickers

Richard Collier

Rob Clifton

Robert Mann

Sam Dawkins

Seth Oliver

Spencer Watson

Spencer Wood

Sung Lee

Tony Kim

Tyler Dozier

Tyler Mitchell

TKE Week

bechols — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 05:00:33 +0000

This past week, August 31- Sept. 3, the good ol’ boys from the Pi Delta chapter showed UAB yet again what they are made of. Picture it; the TKE House, this past week, tons of people, and a have fun attitude. Add them together and you get TKE Week, the week long celebration welcoming everyone back to school and saying good-bye to summer.

The first day, when the sun was shining and a breeze a’blowin, the brothers played football on the Campus Green. On Tuesday night, the ring was set and the bell rang as the UFC Fight Night got underway. Wednesday saw Greek Games and fun times. But the mack-daddy of them all was Casino Night. Blackjack, Poker, and chips galore. The House was yet again decked out and the guest followed suit. At the end of the night, the person with the most chips won received a prize. This year’s prize: a Snuggie!

The week went off without a hitch, and the boys are ready for next year to roll around.

New Chapter Advisor

bechols — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:13:53 +0000

Dr. Dory Curtis, Pi Delta 9, was recently elected to the position of chapter advisor for the Pi Delta chapter. Dr. Curtis is an orthopedic surgeon at Medical West in Bessemer, AL , a UAB affiliate. He has enjoyed great success in his field and wishes to continue on with success as the chapter advisor. The brothers of the chapter gratefully extend their hand in welcoming Dr. Curtis as the chapter advisor.

2008-2009 Pi Delta Chapter Awards

jason — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:55:21 +0000

The Pi Delta Chapter was truly blessed during the 2008-2009 academic year with lots of dedicated Fraters and others being committed to making Pi Delta a success. To recognize some of the outstanding contributions for the 2008-2009 academic year, the chapter presented annual awards to the following:\

Sportsmanship Award – Austin Dada

New Member Scholarship Award – Alexander Nourse

Outstanding New Member – Jason Hall

Most Improved TKE – Paul Malcom

Scholarship Award – Jason Hall

Apollo Alumnus – Tripp Warren

Top Teke Award – Tareq Fayyad

TKE Chapter Sweetheart – Connie Lee and Jessica Seales

Outstanding 30th Anniversary Weekend

jason — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 02:46:24 +0000

Well over 100 Pi Delta Fraters gathered to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Pi Delta Chapter. The weekend began on March 27 with a casual cook-out at the Pi Delta Chapter House. Active Fraters enjoyed socializing with Alumni spanning the decades. Then, the next morning, the scheduled golf tournament was replaced with an outing to Vestavia Bowl due to inclimate weather. Frater Scott Barnett, Pi Delta 54, bowled the high score of 164. The weekend culminated with the Anniversary Banquet at the Birmingham Sheraton. The semi-formal event was maxed to capacity as Fraters and guest listened to captivating speeches by the Andrew Stone, Active Prytanis, Pi Delta 407; Tripp Warren, Grand Province Advisor and Pi Delta Chapter Advisor, Pi Delta 411; Andy Marsch, UAB Student Life; and Benny Bliss, Pi Delta Founder. Mike Hobbs, Pi Delta 189, acted as emcee for the evening and kept things moving along, and we were glad that he was able to join us! Frater David Bala, Pi Delta 448, prepared a video of recent chapter history for the event. Also, the annual Pi Delta Chapter Awards were presented. Following the banquet dinner, guests enjoyed a closing reception with a live band. One event of note during the closing reception was that active serenaded alumni and vice versa with some traditional TKE songs…”Yo Ho” and “Fraters, Fraters, Fraters,” respectively. The evening ended with all Fraters joining in Rappa Tappa. The event was a great success thanks to the help of many individuals, but special thanks goes to Patrick Tatum, Joshua Waldrop, and Jason Hall for their hardwork and dedication to the project.

Tau Kappa Epsilon is getting back in the swing of things

astoneuab — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:05:06 +0000

Come out and join us tonight at Matthews Bar and Grill, the party starts at 10 and ends when you leave! It’s definitely going to be a party that people remember for years to come, there is a huge buzz on campus.

Check out some pictures from our past events, and be on the look out for the memories made tonight.

-TKE