So we suck at keeping in touch. We’ll do better this year, we promise.
But overlooked in the post-reunion shuffle and the holidays madness was the very important news that you guys elected a new Alumni Board for 2012-13. This election saw one of the highest turnouts ever — a stunning five ballots returned. Clearly our dictatorial political process is strong.
In any case, much of the regular cast of characters is back for yet another tour of duty: Chairman Dan Johnson (Spring ’74), Secretary Jim Scanlon (Spring ’02) and Director-At-Large Charlie Munn (Fall ’74) were all conned into another two years of servitude.
But in a stunning turn of events, we dragged some new blood into the fold! (Well, not really “new” per se — these guys are both retreads from our original Alumni Board 13 years ago!) So please join us in welcoming (back) Treasurer Mike Beam (Winter ’85) and Director-At-Large Jim Daniel (Fall ’84) — as they say, misery loves company.
You can view the full Board roster, including committee members and other volunteers, at our Board Of Directors page.
Don’t remember how our Alumni Board operates and is elected? Want to join a committee, offer opinions on our next conference call, or otherwise get involved? See the Board Of Directors page for the scoop.
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The weekend came and went in a blur, and the 40-70-100 Reunion is in the history books. The final headcount: over 180 brothers, pledges, little sisters, wives, girlfriends and children, plus a few more unannounced appearances who we still have to send Cousin Vinnie to collect money from.
For those of you who joined us, THANK YOU! It was great seeing all of you and we hope you had as much fun as we did.
For those who missed out… we’re sorry we missed you, and hope you’ll catch us for another tailgate this fall.
If you took PHOTOS at the Reunion, we kindly ask that you upload them to our private Facebook Group’s Reunion Photo Gallery! You’ll see several folks have already shared their pics with the masses…
You have to be a member of the Facebook Group to view the gallery… to join, just go to the main Facebook Group page.
See you soon!
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Our 40-70-100th Anniversary Reunion is only two days away!
If you’re signed up for our e-mail newsletter, you should have received several updates in the last week with all the details about the Reunion this weekend, specifically the Banquet and Saturday Open House and Tailgate events.
Didn’t get the emails? Check them out using the links below, and be sure to sign up for the newsletter:
This information is also now available on our Reunion page. Be sure to read carefully — there’s a lot going on.
It’s definitely not too late to join us for the reunion! All you have to do is REGISTER ASAP, so that we have a nametag and can order enough food & drink for you.
See the list of alumni, active and pledge brothers and little sisters who have already registered to attend!
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend!
Don’t forget to bring your DKE Pin!
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The Hotel Roanoke
A friendly reminder to all alumni planning to attend our 40-70-100th Reunion on the weekend of September 30-October 1:
You must book your hotel reservations at the Hotel Roanoke no later than Thursday, September 8 at 5pm ET — after that time, our discounted rooms are sold to the general hotel waiting list, the hotel sells out and you won’t have a place to stay!
So, make your hotel reservations now by calling (866) 594-4722 and asking for the DKE room block. It’s that easy!
And, don’t forget to register for the reunion — everyone coming must register!
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The countdown is on: you have only until Tuesday, August 30 to book your discount hotel room at the Hotel Roanoke!
Rooms are available for $179/night (same price for 1 King or 2 Double beds).
Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at (540) 985-5900 or toll free at (866) 594-4722 (between the hours of 8:00a-5:00p Monday thru Friday) and asking for the Delta Kappa Epsilon room block.
To guarantee your reservation, a credit card or first night’s deposit is required.
Please BOOK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to help us gauge need for securing additional rooms!
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We’re pleased to announce that our online registration system for the 40-70-100th Reunion (September 30-October 1, 2011) is now live, so please register ASAP to help us plan! You can pay via credit card or by mailing in a check after registering.
We’ve also secured a block of discounted rooms at the Hotel Roanoke, which are now available for reservations.
Visit our reunion webpage for full information and to register! And, for continued e-mail updates, be sure to sign up for our email newsletter list.
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Hotel Roanoke
We’ve been dropping hints now for months, and thanks to efforts headed up by Charlie Webb (Spring ’85), we are thrilled to start spreading the details about this fall’s upcoming DKS/DKE 40-70-100th Anniversary Reunion.
Mark your calendars for:
Friday, September 30 &
Saturday October 1, 2011
VT vs. Clemson football game weekend
Roanoke, VA & Blacksburg, VA
Details are still coming together, and we aren’t ready to start taking your money just yet, but we’re looking at an action-packed two-day event, including:
- Reunion Banquet at the Hotel Roanoke on Friday night
- Reserved hotel block for lodging
- Group transportation to/from the hotel to Blacksburg on Saturday
- Reunion Tailgate at Lane Stadium
- Post-game Reunion Cookout at the DKE House in Blacksburg
And more yet to be confirmed…
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Dick Quible (Fall '51) 1928-2009
With deepest regrets we are sorry to announce that F. Richard (Dick) Quible passed away in November.
Dick was an ardent supporter of the University, VT Athletics, and yes his beloved fraternity Delta Kappa Sigma. Included in his obituary among his many accomplishments and associations it was proudly stated that “… Dick was a member of Delta Kappa Sigma, now Delta Kappa Epsilon, serving as the fraternity’s president his senior year.”
Many Dekes had the opportunity to meet and speak with Dick over the years and he was always generous with his time to talk about the history of the fraternity. Dick was also a regular financial supporter of the fraternity alumni association and a member to the 10-YEAR-CLUB. His presence will be missed by those who knew him. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family.
Click below to read his full obituary.
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We’re pleased to announce our 2009-2011 Board of Directors for the Alumni Association. They held the first teleconference of their term tonight.
Check out our Board of Directors page in the Alumni section to meet them.
Many thanks to our outgoing elected board members Jim Scanlon (Winter ’76) and Jim Daniel (Fall ’84) – we appreciate all the time you’ve given and are grateful to have you sticking around as board committee members when time allows.
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After a successful first tailgate for the Marshall game, which attracted about 20 alumni brothers (plus the entire active chapter and a flock of prospective Dekes), we’re looking forward to a larger showing this weekend for what could be the biggest home game of the year.
Bob Dreelin and Buzz Wainman graciously volunteered to be our alumni organizers for this week – come join them and others! Kickoff is at 3:30 pm, so we’ll start at 11:00am.
As always, our location is Lot 4, Space 94, located across Spring Drive from the football stadium and just down from the softball field. We’re in the corner, with one side facing Southgate Drive and the other side backing up to the track. See you there.
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