Sigma Alpha Epsilon - Indiana Epsilon

Inside this issue

Zeal Award. ................... 2

Achievements ................ 3

Philanthropies……….....4

Formal Awards……..….4

Brother Profile ............... 5

Seeing Double ............... 5

Upcoming Events .......... 6

New Member…………..7

Exec Board……………..7

Giving back…………….8

Save The Date

• Indiana Epsilon Scholarship Dinner: September 13th, 2019

• Indiana Epsilon Golf Scramble: September 14th, 2019

• Passover: September 28th, 2019

• Westside Nut Club Fall Fest: October 7th-12th, 2019

• Homecoming: October 18th-20th, 2019

The True Gentleman

Gazette A Triumphant Summer

By Marcus Gahagen, Eminent Archon

Greetings from Indiana Epsilon. Hope this letter reaches you in good

spirits. First, I would like to say thank you to everyone that came to our

Founder’s Day Cookout. The chapter and myself enjoyed having you again. This

past Spring was another semester to remember for Indiana Epsilon as the chapter

reached new heights in community service, philanthropy, scholarship, health and

safety, and alumni relations. This success in these core areas plus hard work and

dedication in others allowed Indiana Epsilon to win its second John O. Moseley

Award for Fraternity Zeal in the past 10 years. This achievement does not happen

overnight. It takes many people and years of excellence to get a chapter in the

right position to win it. Thank you to everyone, who has contributed to the success

of the chapter these past years. We would not be where we are today without you.

Thank you!

With all this being said, Indiana Epsilon is excited for the Fall semester as

we will be hosting various alumni events throughout the semester. We hope you

are able to attend these events. On top of these events, active brothers will be

recruiting the next generation of True Gentlemen and men of Indiana Epsilon.

We have high hopes for recruitment this year and are set on recruiting high

quality individuals. If you have any questions about the Fall semester or wish to

get in contact with the chapter or myself please feel free to do so. Thank you all

again for your continuous support to Sigma Alpha Epsilon Indiana Epsilon and

enhancing our actives’ college experience.

Phi Alpha,

Marcus Gahagen

July 15th, 2019

Indiana Epsilon

Edited by: Austin Hopf, Eminent Alumni Director

2019 John O. Moseley Award for Fraternity Zeal

The John O. Moseley Award for Fraternity Zeal

recognizes the chapter that best exemplifies a model

chapter in Sigma Alpha Epsilon. This chapter excels in

its operations and brotherhood, fulfilling the vision of

our Founding Fathers and its members and by living the

life of a true gentleman. This chapter goes above and be-

yond expectations and demonstrates true zeal and excite-

ment for the Fraternity, exhibiting a strong bond of

brotherhood.

National’s write-up about INEP after winning the Zeal

Award-

“Our chapter at the University of Evansville demonstrated a strong commitment to bet-

tering their campus and community over the 2018-2019 academic year. The chapter is dedicated

to leadership with every brother being a member of an additional organization or Division 1

sport. During the 2018-2019 academic year, 31 brothers achieved Dean’s List for one or both se-

mesters. The chapter holds philanthropy and service as a high priority with more than 2,300

community service hours from 2018-2019 and more than $8,750 raised for Chemo Buddies and

American Cancer Society Vanderburgh College’s Relay for Life.”

Receiving the 2019 Zeal Award at the 163rd SAE National

Convention in Louisville, KY. Left to right: Regional Direc-

tor, Richard Baretto; Austin Hopf; and Marcus Gahagen.

At the 2019 UE Greek Awards Banquet, Indiana Epsilon

won the Community Service Award.

Marcus Gahagen and Austin Hopf receiving the Zeal Award

from Eminent Supreme Archon, Thomas Dement.

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Additional 2019 National Awards

Winner of the Outstanding Health-and-Safety Award

This award recognizes chapters that both follow and enhance our

health-and-safety policies.

Runner Up for Outstanding Housing Award

This award recognizes chapters that demonstrate the advance-

ment of housing, regardless of who owns the property

Winner of the Outstanding University Relations Award

This award recognizes chapters that are involved in their college

or university, as well as IFCs and other organizations on campus.

Winner of the Outstanding Alumni Relations Award

This award recognizes the chapter that engages alumni in various

areas of chapter operations.

Congratulations Seniors!

The Class of 2019 graduated 15 brothers this

past Spring. Members of the class include: Ryan

Freeman, Riley Shanks, Corey Gilreath, David Fran-

cis, Hasaan Ladha, Joey Vermillion, Walid Hasane-

to, Justin Stark, Sam Brinegar, Andy Gutgsell, Sam

Reynolds, Reed Leonhardt, Blake Knies, Carl Hehe-

mann, Noah Whalen, and 2018-2019 Sweetheart:

Abby Kassing. We wish you the best in your future

endeavors! Phi Alpha, Brothers!

Senior, Hasaan Ladha won

Greek man of the Year for im-

plementing Minerva’s Shield

into UE’s Alcohol Policy.

Check out our Social Media

Facebook

• Sigma Alpha Epsilon -

Indiana Epsilon

Twitter

• @UESAE

Instagram

• @UE_SAE

• Also, check out our

recently updated

website

UESAE.COM!!!

Spring 2019 was fantas-

tic for philanthropies. In March,

Indiana Epsilon held its annual

Paddy Murphy Pageant. Broth-

ers escorted ladies from various

organizations on campus as they

showed off their talents. Pema

Sherpa was crowned the 2019

Paddy Murphy Queen. The event

raised $1,200 for Chemo Bud-

dies.

In April, Car Show 2019

did not disappoint. The rain did

not prevent contestants from reg-

istering. The contestants loved

that Indiana Epsilon was repre-

senting Chemo Buddies with the

utmost pride. The event raised

$800 and gave the chapter even more oppor-

tunities for the next year! Special thanks to

Hulsman Refrigeration and Kenny Kent

Toyota along with many others; without

their generous donations all of this would not

have been possible.

Spring Philanthropies

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Brothers Austin Hopf and Geordon Terwiske

with American Dream Car Show host, Jason

Moore, at the Indiana Epsilon’s 2019 Car Show.

Paddy Murphy Pageant Runner-Up,

Olivia Voegerl and Paddy Murphy

Queen, Pema Sherpa.

Formal Awards

Eminent Archon Award – Joey Vermillion Stony Ave Award – Hasaan Ladha

(Chapter Advancement)

Senior Loyalty Award – Ryan Freeman

Jerry Schmitz Award– Jacob Rosenbaum

(New Member of the Year)

Gregg P. Watson Award – Austin Hopf (Community Service)

Thelma Boswell Sweetheart – Alison Windle

Hai T Cao Rusher of the Year Award – Con-ner Riem Athlete of the Year Award – David Francis Michael G. Murphy “Gump” Award – Reid McIntire (Brotherhood)

Alumnus of the Year– To be Announced at Alumni Breakfast

True Gentleman Award – Austin Hopf

2019 INEP Sweetheart, Alison Windle

Alumni Advisory Board

If you are interested in

joining or supporting the

alumni advisory board,

contact co-chairs:

Travis Cochren

(812) 789-6512

tc133@evansville.edu

Jeffery Hoida

j.hoida15@gmail.com

Brother Alumnus Profile

By Austin Hopf, Eminent Alumni Director

This edition of Brother Alum-

nus Profile is on Travis Cochren.

Travis joined Indiana Epsilon in 2012

after completing military training. He

joined because he saw the impact

SAE had on the community and

wanted to experience the lifelong

bonds of brotherhood…also, he

heard chicks dig fraternity men.

Travis's favorite memories were the

serious talks and shenanigans that

went down in Room 33 of the Chap-

ter House. Travis is currently working as a Resource Officer at Pike

Central Middle School, continues to support Indiana Epsilon on the

Alumni Advisory Board, and serves

on the Marketing and Events Lead-

ership Team for Chemo Buddies.

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Seeing Double By Austin Hopf, Eminent Chronicler

In 2011, a small chapter from Southern Indiana made its presence

known to Sigma Alpha Epsilon Nationals winning its first John O. Moseley

Award for Fraternity Zeal. Fast Forward 8 years, the chapter has attained

the highest level of achievement a SAE Chapter can possess once again. A lot

has changed over 8 years. One thing has not, there are still true gentlemen at

Indiana Epsilon.

On June 22nd, Indiana Epsilon won

the 2019 John O. Moseley Award for

Fraternity Zeal. This is the second

Zeal award for the chapter in less

than 10 years. Pictured above are

both awards.

Indiana Epsilon, 2011 Number of Members: 73

Chapter Advisor: Rick Shipley

Eminent Archon: Brent Caldemeyer

Sweetheart: Cat Moore

Philanthropy: Riley’s Hospital

UE President: Thomas Kazee

UE Tuition: $40,566

Aces Basketball Record: 16-16

Indiana Epsilon, 2019 Number of Members: 52

Chapter Advisor: Rick Shipley

Eminent Archon: Marcus Gahagen

Sweetheart: Abby Kassing

Philanthropy: Chemo Buddies

UE President: Christopher Pietruszkiewicz

UE Tuition: $53,676

Aces Basketball Record: 11-21

Fall Events

Saturday, September 28th, 2019

University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave Evansville, IN 47714

7:00 pm

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Fall Festival

Passover

When: October 7th-12th, 2019

Where: Franklin St Evansville, IN

Booth 69 will be open from 10:00am to 10:00 pm each day of Fall

Fest. Brothers will be selling walking haystacks, rootbeer floats,

apple cider, and many other delicious item. All proceeds go to

Chemo Buddies.

Indiana Epsilon Golf Scramble Saturday, September 14th, 2019

Cambridge Golf Course, 1034 Beacon Hill, Evansville, IN 47725

9:00 am, Shotgun Start

Cost: $43, includes Subway Catered Lunch

All Actives and Alumni are welcome to bring a guest.

Contact our Eminent Alumni Director, Austin Hopf with questions (812)

630-7051 , ah446@evansville.edu

When: October 18th-20th

October 19th:

9:00 am– 11:00 am Alumni Breakfast

St. Ben’s Basement Cafeteria, 1328 Lincoln Avenue Evansville, IN 47714

RSVP to Chapter Adviser, Rick Shipley, rlship@hotmail.com

11:00 am-2:00 pm Open House

SAE Chapter House 1723 Lincoln Ave Evansville

2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Homecoming Tailgate

H-Lot (Parking Lot by the Armory), BYOB

University of Evansville’s Homecoming

By Reid McIntire, New Member Educator

In the Spring Semes-

ter, we initiated on new mem-

ber, Ben Welp. Ben is a Civil

Engineering major who

transferred to the University

of Evansville from Butler

University. Ben has already

made his presence known in

Indiana Epsilon as a Bike

Rider for the 2019 Bike Race

and taking on the Athletic

Chair position within the

chapter.

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Spring New Member

New Officers

Since our last election cycle in April 2018, new leaders have

arose within the Executive Council. The men who hold these posi-

tions have done an outstanding job thus far, and will continue to lead

Indiana Epsilon in the right direction.

Eminent Archon - Marcus Gahagen

Eminent Deputy Archon - Zack Kosinski

Eminent Treasurer - Geordon Terwiske

Eminent Recorder - Lane Mettle

Recruitment Chair - Conner Riem

New Member Educator - Reid McIntire

Health and Safety Officer - Aaron Dowell

House Manager - Jacob Rosenbaum

Eminent Alumni Director - Austin Hopf

Giving Back to Sigma Alpha Epsilon By Rick Shipley, Chapter Advisor

I would like to remind everyone about our National Foundation Chap-

ter Education Fund (CEF) for Indiana Epsilon (INEP). This is a way to make

a tax-deductible donation through National which is only given to INEP, and

it will count towards your SAE National life time giving. The fund is con-

trolled by National, and the funds will be used for only chapter educational

purposes (i.e. to send INEP members to SAE Leadership School, SAE Ritual

School). I’m very pleased to let you know that our CEF has over $27,000. We

received $5000 from National for winning the 2011 and 2019 Zeal Chapter

Award and the rest has been from Alumni donations, interest and dividends.

There are two ways to donate to the INEP CEF:

Option 1 – To make a gift using a credit card, go online and visit National’s

donation page: https://www.sae.net/donate Enter your Information, which in-

cludes pin number. Enter Donation Information, select amount and “Other

Fund” then enter designation of INEP CEF. You can also enter “Indiana Epsi-

lon Chapter Education Fund” in the comments or notes field. Then enter your

Billing Information. Once everything has been entered, then click on “Donate

Now”.

Option 2 - Send a check directly to the SAE Foundation. Please make checks

payable to SAE Foundation and write Indiana Epsilon Chapter Education

Fund or INEP-CEF in the Memo line. Then mail your check to: Sigma Alpha

Epsilon Foundation, 1856 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201.

If you have any questions, you can go online and visit National’s Chapter

Funds page: https://www.sae.net/chapterfunds, or contact;

Jason Andrick / Associate Executive Director Sigma Alpha Epsilon Founda-

tion 1856 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201-3837 jandrick@sae.net / (847)

424-3021 / (847) 475-2250 fax or Levere Memorial Temple at 847.475.1856

ext 208 (Evy) or ext 209 (Nanci).

You can also contact me and I can email you a copy of the Chapter Education

Fund overview that I received from Chris Speelman when he was the Associ-

ate Executive Director for the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Foundation.

Phi Alpha and thank you in advance for your donation,

Rick Shipley (Ship) #156174

812-454-6511 cell

RLShip@Hotmail.com

Chapter Advisor and House Corporation President

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Remember our Creed:

The True Gentleman is the

man whose conduct proceeds

from good will and an acute

sense of propriety, and whose

self-control is equal to all

emergencies; who does not

make the poor man conscious

of his poverty, the obscure

man of his obscurity, or any

man of his inferiority or de-

formity; who is himself hum-

bled if necessity compels him

to humble another; who does

not flatter wealth, cringe be-

fore power, or boast of his

own possessions or achieve-

ments; who speaks with

frankness but always with

sincerity and sympathy;

whose deed follows his word;

who thinks of the rights and

feelings of others, rather than

his own; and who appears

well in any company, a man

with whom honor is sacred

and virtue safe.

- John Walter Wayland

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Brothers Participating in the #DollarChallenge to raise money for Tri-

State Food Bank. The Challenge raised $7,800.

By Rick Shipley, House Corporation President

House Corporation Update – I would like to inform every-one that we have purchased the 1731 Lincoln Ave house, also known as “The Banana Boat”. Our plan given to the city of Ev-ansville is to demo the house and black top all gravel areas by 2022. Which means that we can rent the house for the next 3 years. If you know of anyone interested in renting it then contact me at RLShip@hotmail.com or 812-454-6511. Rick Shipley, House Corporation President

The Banana Boat Property is adjacent to Tem-

ple IV.

Recent Purchase!

Hope to See you Soon! Without our Alumni base, we wouldn't be

where we are today. We hope you come back

to the house to visit the chapter and see how we

are doing. Alumni are welcome to the house

whenever they would like to come over. Let us

know you are coming. If you have any ques-

tions please contact:

Austin Hopf, Eminent Alumni Director

812-630-7051

Marcus Gahagen, Eminent Archon