Alumni News Update – July 2018

Brothers of Kappa Sigma –

The Summer of 2018 has been a very busy one so far. This message is to keep as many of you as possible informed of what is happening and what you can do to continue your involvement. PLEASE FORWARD TO YOUR BROTHERS to help out.

AEKDB

First Friday Lunch is postponed until September 7, 2018 (Read on for more details)

PHASE III : RENOVATIONS AND REFURBISHMENT (end of July finish)

The Kappa Sigma House Company focused capital campaign efforts on the complete overhaul of the two bathrooms in the dorm-style South Wing. This includes work into; (a) library ceiling; (b) Block-O room on 2nd Floor; (c) archway between kitchen serving area and dining/chapter rooms. There have been no surprises found inside the walls or with plumbing. The contractor work has been steady and without incident.
The “house director room” on main floor will have all new amenities to begin Fall Semester. New shower, sink and toilet are being installed. The room is being entirely overhauled in preparation for another “Check” off the list of Sophomore Housing requirements. The director position giving free “room and board” and description of duties remains unfilled.
The City of Columbus requirements are being addressed. New iron railings on the front porch are being installed. New kitchen equipment that includes a industrial strength refrigeration system, freezer and consideration to a new ice maker are underway.
Added with be +100 chairs and +20 tables for members to use in dining and chapter meetings.

PROJECT REBOUND : WEEK OF JULY 31 – AUGUST 5

A tremendous effort is underway that is designed to put “The House on the Hill” into terrific shape entering the final two weeks of August/Summer before active members return to the chapter house in the latter stages of August. Bros. Bob Weltlich, Ken Holcomb, Bob Meyer and Bill Jones are working together to build a full list of Fix-It-Ups and Clean-It-Ups for actives and alumni to tackle.
The Main Floor common areas and some of the outside areas are being lined-up for freshening and overhaul. The schedules which require volunteers come in three shifts which are MORNING, MIDDAY and EVENINGS and last about 3.5 hours each.
All Kappa Sigma men who can set aside day(s) and time(s) to volunteer are needed. It’s early July now and the volunteer list is growing.
A terrific opportunity for active members to meet and work with alumni of our beloved Alpha-Sigma chapter of Kappa Sigma.
Throw your AEKDB out to Bob Weltlich that you’ll participate – Do it Today!

FIRST FRIDAY LUNCH : SUMMER EVENTS

The First Friday Lunch or FFL has been put on hold for the Summer 2018. This is not to say there isn’t an opportunity to get together with Alpha-Sigma of Kappa Sigma brothers for a bite to eat – THERE IS!
Saturday, August 4 — Chapter House Cookout : Chef Tulski Shuler along with a small band of recruits “to be named later” will be throwing burgers, brats and chicken on the barbie starting around 6PM. Project Rebound volunteers will get fed so be sure you’re around to help out (WELTLICH – SEE ABOVE) with the chapter house goings on.
Next FFL will be: Friday, September 7

HOMECOMING & HALL OF FAME : MAKE PLANS – OCTOBER 5 – 6, 2018

Brother Zachary Parkins and his Hall of Fame Committee will soon announce specific information about Homecoming weekend (Oct. 5 – 7) that will include the kick-off reception and dinner for the Class of 2018 Kappa Sigma OSU Hall of Fame.
The Homecoming & Hall of Fame evening will take place Friday, October 5 at The Reception House venue located on Trabue Road at Raymond Memorial Golf Course.
For more info look for emails to come your way.
Remind brothers you’re in touch with to check their SPAM folders when you touch base with them. Currently there is an OPEN RATE of over 35% (about 350 alumni) who actually know about schedules. When you MAKE PLANS FOR HOMECOMING, touch base with others and be sure they’re clearing their SPAM folders so this info comes through.