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2009 CMU Homecoming & "Bubba's Beta Brunch

By Scott Nadeau `89, EGHC president

Another CMU Homecoming is in the books. The food was great, the parade was fun and CMU beat the stuffing out of the EMU Eagles. Barb and Bubba Koehn pass on the following message:

Paul (Bubba) and I would like to thank Justin and his "crew" for meeting us at the door at 6am to help unload the food- The house was immaculate (including the kitchen). The guys were so very helpfu,. Thanks to Gunner's (Barb's dog) new friend, Terry (Massie) who took him while we got everything together! Also, thanks to Scott, Tom, Justin and Epsilon Gamma for the framed caricature print that was presented to us as a thank-you!

For those of you who missed Bubba's Beta Brunch- you missed seeing a lot of alumni, pledges, and one of the best active groups since way back when!! These MEN truly embody The Men of Principle ideal and show it in their words, and actions. It is a pleasure to cook for all of you and can't wait to do it again!!

Yours in -kai-

Paul (Bubba), EG241, Gunner EG241½ and Barb Koehn (Betamom)

20th Annual Epsilon Gamma Golf Outing

By Jon Eadie `93 and Mike Wharton `93, golf outing co-chairmen

We would like to thank everyone who participated in the 20th Annual Epsilon Gamma Golf Outing. It was another successful event. The weather cleared in time for a beautiful afternoon of golf followed by dinner and Texas Hold'em tournament.

We had 46 golfers tee off from all age groups from a founder (Greg Compton) to actives. Thomas Klevit and Kris Stenglein defended their A Flight championship shooting a four over par 75 on the demanding Whispering Pines golf course beating Tim McGovern and Marc Rosa by one stroke. The Marquardt entry shot a 76 to win the B-Flight (clearly they will have to move up in class next year).

Marc Rosa and Andy Shubnell won prizes for closest to the pin, while Tim McGovern and Norm Anderson each won for longest drives. The Texas Hold'em tournament was won by Spencer Matthews (2nd time in 3 years it has been won by an undergraduate); Andy Shubnell finished 2nd, Korey Hart (friend of Mike Stanziola) was 3rd and Steve Desmet finished 4th out of 20 participants.

It was great to see all the brothers and family again, especially Ken "Benjamin Button" Breen who looks like he is 17 and getting ready to move into the Towers next month after losing more than 80 pounds. This year we welcomed our first female golfer, Beta Rose Audrey Martin, who teamed with Chapter President Justin Mack.

We wish to give a special thank you to John Coe and John Reineke, who comprised the outing committee, Jim Harkness, Tom Olver, Jeff Wandzel and Dave Steiner for donating prizes, Dan Bigelow for helping with registration, Brett and Terri Marquardt who, along with the generosity and lack of any real golf talent of the players, made the gambling hole an unbelievable success, Tim McGovern for the fine-looking scoreboard and for running the skins game, Steve Desmet and Andy Shubnell for the great job with the Poker Tournament and Scott Nadeau for his usual phenomenal job coordinating and communicating with the masses.

It was an absolute pleasure to put together this year's outing and we look forward to seeing everyone next year.

Yours in _kai_,

Jon Eadie `93
Michael Wharton `93
Golf Outing Committee

Photos from the Golf Outing:

22nd Annual
Robert A. Seeber/Lenny Varner
International Pig Roast - April 18, 2009

By John Klapchuk `09, public relations chairman

ALUMNI, FAMILY, FRIENDS GATHER TO CELEBRATE SUCCESSFUL YEAR

At 22nd annual Seeber/Varner Pig Roast, nearly 200 alumni, family, and friends gathered to celebrate the close of another year of Beta Theta Pi on Central Michigan’s campus.

Island Park, in downtown Mt. Pleasant, filled with hugs, laughter, and dusty memories Saturday as 182 of the Epsilon Gamma Chapter of Beta Theta Pi’s closest friends, family, and alumni gathered for their 22nd annual Seeber/Varner Pig Roast.

The pig roast, a revered tradition within the chapter, serves as the chapter’s largest alumni gathering, as well as a chance for families and friends enjoy a day of fellowship. Awards were granted and honors given to many of the traditions and rituals of the chapter.

“It really is the best time of the year for all of us,” Alumni Relations Chairman Kyle Schierlinger said. “There’s never a dull moment with our alumni and it’s always great fun to get to gather with them – once a year just isn’t enough!”

The pig roast is possible due in large part to the alumni involvement in both participation and donation to the event.

“As with everything within the chapter, we couldn’t have done it without a lot of help from them,” chapter president Justin Mack said. “We are truly grateful to even have the opportunity to have events like this one.”

November 15, 2008

Epsilon Gamma Reinstallation & Banquet

By Christopher R. Saylor `10, chapter alumni relations chairman

On November 15th, 2008 the brothers of the Epsilon Gamma chapter completed a very successful day in chapter history. Starting the day out with initiating ten new brothers was followed by re-installing the charter back to the house at 814 South Main Street in Mount Pleasant. It was a long road coming, but all that attended the evenings banquet realized that it was all worth the time it took to get back to where we are now.

Concluding the day’s events was a banquet that helped to celebrate all the hard work that had been done throughout the last few years. Taking place at Bucks Run Golf Course in Mount Pleasant, the brothers were joined by close to one hundred alumni, parents and friends. The evening consisted of speeches from brothers John A. Reineke II Central Michigan ‘10, Brandyn K. Lawson Central Michigan ‘10, and videos by both Scott Nadeau Central Michigan ’89, and Drew Mason Central Michigan ’10. The keynote speaker of the event, David Schmidt, South Florida ’92, left the brothers with a speech that helped them to stay focused on the next goal they chapter has set for themselves, winning the chapters first Knox Award.

Click on the slide show to be taken to the web album page.

Banquet Videos

Drew Mason's video can be found on the Chapter Video page. The video created by Scott Nadeau can be found on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSVnHtX82zk

October 26, 2008

Three Fires - Fall 2008

Here is a link to the photo page for the Three Fires event that took place at Trevor Wisniewski's `91 cottage in Wellston, Michigan.

Click on the slide show to be taken to the web album page.

 October 11, 2008

CMU Homecoming & 2nd Annual "Bubba's Beta Brunch"

By Scott Nadeau, EGHC president

It was a beautiful Fall day on October 11th as alums, families and friends descended upon 814 S. Main for Homecoming.

Barb and Bubba Koehn once again did a great job with the food and I can't thank them enough for all they do for the chapter. The Koehn's estimate that approximately 150 people made their way through the house prior to the start of the football game.

From all accounts, the tailgating was fun and the Chips walked away with a 24-14 Victory over Temple.

Click on the thumbnail below to see the pictures I took at homecoming.

July 12, 2008

19th Annual Epsilon Gamma Golf Outing

By Jon Eadie `93 and Mike Wharton `93, Golf Outing Chairmen

Thank you to all who participated and donated to the 19th Annual Epsilon Gamma Golf Outing making it another success. The event looked to be in jeopardy while it rained all morning, but by tee off at 1 pm the skies where blue. We had 37 players golfing, including Jim Mottern `91  who came all the way from Arizona.

The team of Kris Stenglein `11 and Thomas Klevit and the team of Thomas Ahern `11 and Carl Ahern tied with even par 70's with the Stenglein/Klevit team winning based on the most birdies (4-2).

Marc Rosa `93 took out Steve Desmet `94 to win the second annual post-dinner Texas Hold'em tournament. John Coe `91 sharked his way into third place.

Thank you to Dan Bigelow, Steve Desmet, and Tim McGovern for their assistance during the outing, John Coe, Scott Nadeau and Tom Olver for their help in organizing the outing, Steve Desmet and Andrew Shubnell for their organization and operation of the Texas Hold'em tournament and Chad Saha, Dan Bigelow, and Jim Harkness for their donations.

Hopefully we will see you all next year for the 20th Annual Golf Outing.

Event Photos:

April 19, 2008

21st Annual
Robert A. Seeber/Lenny Varner
International Pig Roast - April 19, 2008

By Chris Saylor `10, alumni relations chairman

This year's installment of the pig roast was one that was a huge success.

The day started out with six new fathers being brought into the fraternity and ended with a loving up of all the brothers that were in attendance.

The biggest difference last year's event that was most obvious to see was the number of people that enjoyed the beautiful day. Just two short years ago in 2006 there were only 26 people that had a chance to attend the event. This year we enjoyed the company of over 130 actives, alumni, families, sweethearts and friends.

As tradition has it, the founders awards were also handed out and dedicated to those that were worthy enough of winning.

Matthew Francis Baad (High Pledge GPA)
Spring 2007 - Steven Witte `10
Fall 2007 - Jeff Zapoloski `11

Thomas Joseph Bussineau (Philanthropy)
Steven Witte `10

Gregory Michael Compton (Gentleman)
John A. Morelli `09

Steven W. Martineau (Outstanding Alumnus)
Gregory M. Compton `86

Randall Scott Helman (Outstanding Undergrad)
Christopher R. Saylor '10

Steven Andrew Swindell (Beta Spirit)
John A. Reineke II '09

There were a few very important dedications that also took place. Lenny Varner, Robert Seeber Sr. and Robert Seeber Jr. `87 were thanked for their time in helping to get the event going, as well as keeping it going over the 21 years it has been around. All three received framed prints of the new logo for the event.

Thomas C. Olver `98 and Gregory M. Compton `86 were also thanked for their time and dedication during their time as Housing Corporation President and Chapter Advisor respectively. Both will be stepping down from their positions this year. Each received a personalized framed print of a chapter photo that was taken in Oxford Ohio the previous week.

With a large crowd, great food and good friends and family around the day was a great success for all. The brothers of Epsilon Gamma are very proud of the turn out and hoped it was enjoyed by everyone in attendance as well. We look forward to seeing more faces next year!

November 16, 2007

Alumni BBQ/CMU vs. EMU Football Game/Initiation

By John A. Reineke II '09, alumni relations chairman

November 16, marked the last home football game of the year for the Central Michigan University Chippewas, as well as the Beta Theta Pi alumni tailgate/initiation.

Central lost the game to Eastern 45-48; however, that did not stop the members of Beta Theta Pi from getting together with alumni and having a great tailgate, followed by the initiation of seven new members.

The tailgate consisted of hot dogs, hamburgers, and football in the parking lot, all with the Beta flag flying high. The cold weather and the BBQ falling out of the truck couldn’t keep the Beta’s from having a great time. All of the new initiates had a great time meeting many of the alumni and enjoyed the alumni presence at initiation.

Thanks to all the alumni that made the trip, all the members of the colony were very thankful.

September 29, 2007

CMU Homecoming

By John A. Reineke II '09, alumni relations chair

Homecoming was much earlier on the calendar this year compared to last, but that did not stop the Betas from attending and showing their support for Central Michigan University and the Epsilon Gamma colony.

The day began with "Bubba's Beta Brunch," a delicious meal prepared by Barbara Koehn. The outstanding meal attracted all 21 active members and 10 pledges to the house at 9:30 in the morning. Special thanks to Paul "Bubba" Koehn for sponsoring this year's event.

Current members and alumni enjoyed the homecoming parade which included the Beta/Sigma Kappa float. The parade was followed by tailgating in the parking lot of Kelly/Shorts stadium with the Beta Flag flying high. After an hour or so of tailgating we were all able to enjoy the football game which Central won 35-10 over Northern Illinois University. The game was a very exciting one which included three touchdowns in just 18 seconds.

All the active members were thrilled to see the alumni who made Beta what it is today.

Pictures
Phil Klassen	Norm Andersen	Phil Klassen and new pledge Brett Marquardt	Barbara Koehn and friend Shirley
Phil Klassen & girlfriend Cassie Robbins	Pledges, Robbie and a friend. Jake Boyd, Justin Mack, Robbie Hunter, unknown guy and Jeff Zapolski	ROTC and Todd Wood.	Mark Andersen & the Marching Chips
Mark Andersen		Barbara Koehn	A few people watched the parade from the curb. In this photo: Brett Marquardt, J Dooley, Phil Klassen, John A. Reineke II, Norm Anderson, Jeff Wandzel & son Adam
The Porch	Here comes the Beta-Sigma Kappy Entry		Chris Mueller (on top), Thomas Younger and Brandyn Laswon
Brandyn Lawson, J Dooley and John Reineke II
		Jeff Hughes & Family	Grant Kersten & Jeff Wandzel
Trevor Wisniewski	Paul "Bubba" Koehn & Barb "Beta Mom" Koehn	John Reineke II	Phil Klassen & John Reineke II
	Phil Klassen's Parents	Matt Bush	Zak Zeoli
Steve Fouchea and family	Chris Mueller	Thomas Younger	Brandyn Lawson
Tom Olver presents Brandyn with a restored president's badge	The Beta truck	Brandyn Lawson, Chris Mueller, Zak Zeoli
Grant Kersten	J Dooley and Monster drink	Todd Wood	Cathy, Adam and Jeff Wandzel
Mark DuRocher	Tom Olver and Susan	Samantha Cardy, Katie Chrisman, John Reineke II	Mark Andersen
Scott Willey	Norm Andersen and J Dooley		Kris Wellman
John Morelli and Chris Saylor	Chris Mueller	J Dooley

August 18, 2007

THE OUTING ‘07
18th Annual Epsilon Gamma Golf Outing

By Jon Eadie `93 and Mike Wharton `93

Thank you to all who attended the 2007 Golf Outing and Poker Tournament. I think it is safe to say it was a complete success. The weather was beautiful for most of the day and the rain held off until the last group made it into the clubhouse.

The A Flight Champions with a one over 71 was Terry Turkelson and Aaron McConnell, who won free entry into next year's event. Terry and Aaron were two shots clear of three groups at 73. The B Flight Champions with an 86 was Ken Breen and Scott Nadeau. The Long Drive prize was shared by Ken "The Hammer" Breen and Michael "Big Gun" Wharton. Chad Saha won the closest to the pin.

The drama for the night was provided by the Inaugural Texas Hold'em Tournament. Undergrad Robby Hunter took out Chris Hayes to win the first prize. Michael Wharton won third place.

Thank you to Tom Olver, Dan Bigelow, John Coe, Jim Harkness, Chris Martin, Chad Saha for your help and support. A special thanks to Trevor Wisniewski for all his help on the day of the event and to Trevor and Steve Desmet for running the poker tournament; Tim McGovern for running the Skins Game, and especially to Scott Nadeau for all the support. Without you guys the Golf Outing wouldn’t have been as successful as it was.

We had a great time organizing the event and look forward to an even bigger and better outing next year.

Yours in _kai_

Michael Wharton '93
Jonathan Eadie '93

Pictures

Chairmen Mike Wharton and Jon Eadie	Chris Hayes	Norm and Mark Andersen	Aaron McConnell, Jeff Noordof and Terry Turkelson
Dan Bigelow	Mike Wharton and Trevor Wisniewski	Scott Sawyer & Tom Olver	Brandyn Lawson & Phil Klassen
Sean Looney, Chris Martin and Chris Hayes	Ken Breen	Scott Nadeau & Ken Breen	Tom Olver & Jon Eadie
Paul DeRoche	Jeff & Tom Wandzel	Chris Martin, Scott Nadeau & Chris Hayes	Jon Eadie, Paul DeRoche, Chris Martin, Chris Hayes & Scott Nadeau
Phil Klassen, Brandyn Lawson & Chris Saylor	Terry Turkelson & Jeff Wandzel
			Scott Sawyer hands out EGHC Scholarships
Scholarship Winner Phil Klassen	Scholarship Winner John Reineke II	Scholarship winner Brandyn Lawson, Saywer & Scholarship Sponsor Trevor Wiskieski	Chad Saha wins closest to the pin
"B" Flight winners Scott Nadeau & Ken Breen	"A" Flight winners Aaron McConnell & Terry Turkelson	The final scores	Brandyn Lawson addresses the crowd
Andrew Shubnell, winner of the 50/50 buys a round	Jeff Noordhof deals the Texas Hold `em Tourney	Mike Wharton, Chris Hayes, Dave Steiner	Robby Hunter & Mark Andersen
Ken Breen heckles from the balcony		The last two: Chris Hayes	vs. Robby Hunter
Robby wins!	3rd Place - Mike Wharton	2nd Place - Chris Hayes	1st Place: Robby Hunter

April 21, 2007

Pig Roast and Family Day 2007

By Scott Nadeau `89, EGHC Communications Chair

Pig Roast and Family day was a lot of fun this year. We doubled our attendance from last year, the pig tasted great, we had plenty of food, and a lot more alums showed up than I expected! It was also great for me to get to meet a lot of the parents.

Doug Varner, the son of "International Pig Roaster" Lenny Varner was on hand this year. He wanted me to let everyone know that Lenny is doing fine. Also making a special appearance just in time to carve the pig was perennial amateur pig carver Bob Seeber Jr. All of the parents who made the trek to Mt. Pleasant for the day brought a lot of great food, and Barbara Koehn's  famous caramel bars put smiles on the faces of many people.

One of the highlights of the day came right after dinner when President Brandyn Lawson `09 asked every Beta who was in attendance, starting with low roll, to introduce themselves to the group and say a few words. It took a while to finish, but it was one of those Beta experiences that pumps you up and gets you excited about the direction Epsilon Gamma is headed.

The founders awards were then handed out by Founder and Colony Counselor Greg "six of six" Compton `86.  We ended the day with a rousing rendition of I Took My Girl Out Walking sang by all of the brothers in attendance.

A special "Thank You" goes out to brothers Jim Harkness `90 and Paul "Bubba" Koehn for chipping in for the cost of the Pig. Another big "Thanks" to brother Jeff Wandzel `89 for donating the cost of renting the shelter from the city.

Most of the credit belongs to brother Shane Farrell `10 and all of the guys at CMU who put on a top notch event.

...and now for the big announcement! Brothers Robert A. Seeber and Robert F. Seeber have kindly stepped forward to sponsor the event beginning next year. By sponsoring the event, the Seeber's also have earned the right to name the event. Beginning now and going forward, the event will be known as:

The Robert A. Seeber / Lenny Varner
International Pig Roast

Thank you Bob & Bob!!  See you next year!

December 27, 2006

Motor City Bowl 2006
Central Michigan 31, Middle Tennessee State 14
Congratulations Chips!

CMU won their first NCAA division I bowl game and we were there to witness it. It's an odd experience to walk into the Hockeytown Cafe in downtown Detroit and see a lot of maroon and gold. It's just not something that I ever expected to see. Nor did I ever expect to see our Chippewas on national TV twice in one season. It was a very special and exciting evening.

Once again, thanks to Brother Mike McDermott (Kemo) for getting such prime tickets to the game. We were able to sell 30 out of the 32 tickets and raise $600 for Epsilon Gamma. Thanks to all of the brothers and their families who attended.

The ESPN recap is here: http://broadband.espn.go.com/ivp/splash?id=2709039
Official game pictures here courtesy of www.mlive.com:  Photo slide show
More pictures from the game here: Photo Album

Pictures

Phil makes the ESPN highlight reel!

Kris Wellman	Brian (Brad's Friend) and Brad Ervans	Ross McCallum, Barbara and Paul "Bubba" Koehn	Mary Alice and Mark Ruhling
	Mark DuRocher and his father	Shannon and Will Hilliker	Barbara and Paul Koehn
Phil Klassen and Friend Cassie	Greg and Aileen Gauss	Andrew McDonald, Jay Catania and Tom Olver	The Marching Chips take the field
ditto			The gang
The view from our seats
Scott Nadeau	Post Game Celebrations

OLDER EPSILON GAMMA EVENTS

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