National Recognition
1980s
The decade opened with Iota-Gamma rated Excellent and closed with the chapter holding the General Fraternity's highest honors. Along the way it hosted a 75th Anniversary Conclave and initiated its 1,000th brother.
1978 – 1980
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From near-closure to Excellent. Within two years of the reorganization the chapter had reversed its standing. The Grand High Alpha Award it received in 1983 required three consecutive years rated Excellent, placing Iota-Gamma at that level from 1980 onward.
Within two years of the reorganization the chapter had reversed its standing. The Grand High Alpha Award it received in 1983 required three consecutive years rated Excellent, placing Iota-Gamma at that level from 1980 onward.
1982
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Two brothers onto General Fraternity staff. Brothers Larry Young and David Leathers became Chapter Consultants for the General Fraternity. Both later served as Assistant Director of Chapter Services.
Brothers Larry Young and David Leathers became Chapter Consultants for the General Fraternity. Both later served as Assistant Director of Chapter Services.
1982
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Order of Merit Awarded. Brother Joe Koontz (Iota-Gamma 73) awarded the Order of Merit, one of the Fraternity’s highest honors, recognizing alumni whose exceptional service, leadership, and commitment have made a lasting contribution to Lambda Chi Alpha.
Brother Joe Koontz (Iota-Gamma 73) awarded the Order of Merit, one of the Fraternity’s highest honors, recognizing alumni whose exceptional service, leadership, and commitment have made a lasting contribution to Lambda Chi Alpha.
1983
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The Grand High Alpha Award
Iota-Gamma received the Grand High Alpha Award, Lambda Chi Alpha's most prestigious chapter honor.
Iota-Gamma received the Grand High Alpha Award, Lambda Chi Alpha's most prestigious chapter honor.
1984
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Hosting the Pacific Conclave in the 75th Anniversary year
Iota-Gamma hosted the Pacific Conclave during Lambda Chi Alpha's 75th Anniversary year. Guests included Grand High Alpha Geoffrey L. Gunn, Executive Director George Spasyk, Grand High Sigma Chris Hill (Iota-Gamma 742), and Chapter Consultant David Thum. Kevin Nist captained the Iota-Gamma degree team at the exemplification of the ritual.
Iota-Gamma hosted the Pacific Conclave during Lambda Chi Alpha's 75th Anniversary year. Guests included Grand High Alpha Geoffrey L. Gunn, Executive Director George Spasyk, Grand High Sigma Chris Hill (Iota-Gamma 742), and Chapter Consultant David Thum. Kevin Nist captained the Iota-Gamma degree team at the exemplification of the ritual.
1985 – 86
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Outstanding Alumni Affairs Program, two years running. Iota-Gamma was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Affairs Program in 1985 and again in 1986.
Iota-Gamma was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Affairs Program in 1985 and again in 1986.
1985
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Mike Der Manouel joins the General Fraternity staff. Brother Mike Der Manouel became a Chapter Consultant for the General Fraternity, later serving as Director of Business Affairs.
Brother Mike Der Manouel became a Chapter Consultant for the General Fraternity, later serving as Director of Business Affairs.
1987
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The one thousandth brother
Iota-Gamma celebrated the initiation of its 1,000th brother, former Fresno Mayor Ted C. Wills.
Iota-Gamma celebrated the initiation of its 1,000th brother, former Fresno Mayor Ted C. Wills.
1989
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Bruce McIntosh Award for Chapter Excellence. Iota-Gamma received the Bruce McIntosh Award for Chapter Excellence and a National Recruitment award.
Iota-Gamma received the Bruce McIntosh Award for Chapter Excellence and a National Recruitment award.
INTERNATIONAL RITUAL TEAM
Iota-Gamma brothers chosen for the General Fraternity's ritual team.
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Andy Wittmayer
Iota-Gamma 605 · 37th General Assembly, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, 1978
Ron Kassabian
Iota-Gamma 639 · 39th General Assembly, Nashville, Tennessee, 1982
Don Robertson
Iota-Gamma 670 · Leadership School, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, 1983
Kevin Nist
Iota-Gamma 800 · 40th General Assembly, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1984