# uclasigmapi.com ## Posts - [Van Holt passes to Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/van-holt-passes-to-adytum/): Jay Van Holt, a Golden Cross recipient and member of the Old Men's Club, entered the Adytum on April 6, 2008, at age 84. He lived in Santa Rosa in Marin County (NorCal) with his wife Marilyn. Van Holt was friends with Tom Straeter, Fred Thornley, Herb Martin and Mitch Toland whil - [Viva España! Viva Alvarez!](https://uclasigmapi.com/viva-espana-viva-alvarez/): Mike "El Presidente" Balkie hosted brothers for Spain's victory in Euro Cup 2008 at the new "South" bar in Santa Monica. Scott Good, Jeff Bara, Won Park, Jay Ross, Sean Topp, Monique Topp, April Phillips Topp, Eddie de la Torre and James Alvarez attended and drank victory shots a - [Tim O'Hara on the Daily Show](https://uclasigmapi.com/tim-ohara-on-the-daily-show/): The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c Good Life Crisis www.thedailyshow.com Daily Show Full Episodes Political Humor Healthcare Protests Brother Tim O'Hara was interviewed by Larry Wilmore of the Daily Show as part of a parody segment on the economic "woes" of Bev - [Bruins beat Trojans in Sig Pi World Series with 2 homers by Romero](https://uclasigmapi.com/bruins-beat-trojans-in-sig-pi-world-series-with-2-homers-by-romero/): [caption id="attachment_176" align="alignleft" width="288" caption="Sigma Pi World Series Team 2008"] [/caption] FULLERTON - Dan "Pudge" Romero hit two home runs to lead the mighty Upsilon Bruin Alumni to a 10-8 victory over USC Alumni to clinch a playoff berth in the 31st Sigma - [Kerrebrock world tour](https://uclasigmapi.com/kerrebrock-world-tour/): [caption id="attachment_180" align="alignright" width="480" caption="Bob Keebrock"] [/caption] Bob Kerrebrock and his wife Kathleen have been cruising the Caribbean in their own sailboat for the last 5 years, with stops in Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Virgin Island, Grenada, etc. He c - [Blakemore enters the Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/blakemore-enters-the-adytum/): [caption id="attachment_183" align="alignleft" width="210" caption="Claude Blakemore"] [/caption] Claude Blakemore entered the Adytum on Nov. 24, 2006. He lived in San Diego after retiring from a long and successful career in banking, and he was the oldest Upsilon alumni at age 9 - [Upsilon Alumni Travel to San Francisco](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-alumni-travel-to-san-francisco/): The Emerald Bowl proved to be a bastion of Upsilon Alumni cheer this past Wednesday. It turned out to be a worthwhile game for the first three quarters as UCLA held a 27-23 lead going into the fourth. Twenty-one unanswered points by Florida State spoiled what had been an outstand - [Farewell to the King - Joe Marsalek enters the Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/farewell-to-the-king-joe-marsalek-enters-the-adytum/): [caption id="attachment_189" align="alignleft" width="225" caption="Joe Marsalek"] [/caption] Joseph F. Marsalek, former chapter advisor to the UCLA Sigma Pi fraternity, died of lung cancer on Nov. 21, at age 76. “He was a good father and a good man,” said Julie Wage, Marsalek’s - [Mike Martin Wedding](https://uclasigmapi.com/mike-martin-wedding/): [caption id="attachment_196" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Mike Martin & Brenda Cortez"] [/caption] Mike Martin married the former Miss Brenda Cortez in August at the Waterfront Hilton in Huntington Beach. Sean Topp was the best man, and Steve Yu and Ed Rhee were in the - [Brown Gets Married](https://uclasigmapi.com/brown-gets-married/): [caption id="attachment_201" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Jeff Brown and Groomsmen"] [/caption] Former Sage Jeff Brown married the delightful and beautiful former Miss Kristi Hutchinson on March 17 in Palm Desert. Phil Farias and Jared Frandle were groomsmen. Alumni who - [Adytum: James R. Ross - July 6, 1926 - Mar. 5, 2007.](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-james-r-ross-july-6-1926-mar-5-2007/): OBITUARIES James Randal Ross, 80; O.C. judge wrote book on great-grandfather Jesse James By Dennis McLellan Times Staff Writer March 9, 2007 Retired Orange County Superior Court Judge James Randal Ross, the great-grandson of Western outlaw Jesse James who was once criticized for - [Adytum: Theron Vincent Demetre #218](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-theron-vincent-demetre-218/): [caption id="attachment_216" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Theron Vincent Demetre"] [/caption] Obituary: Theron Vincent Demetre #218 (1938) May 10, 1912 - Dec. 19, 2004 Brothers: UAA was re-notified that Brother Demetre has entered the Adytum. He died in 2004, so you may - [Adytum: Paul Hastings – Dec. 11, 1946 to Dec. 7, 2006](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-paul-hastings-dec-11-1946-to-dec-7-2006/): [caption id="attachment_221" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Paul Hastings"] [/caption] Paul Hastings – Dec. 11, 1946 to Dec. 7, 2006 Paul Hastings found a new home in Colorado after a growing up in California, bringing along his same active life from our Golden State. Has - [Bill Flores Wedding](https://uclasigmapi.com/bill-flores-wedding/): Bill Flores married the former Miss Naomi Schlosberg on Aug. 5 (same day, I think, as Bill Kealey wed the former Misss Maureen MacDonald) -- a great Sigma Pi Upsilon double-header! Dave Canty, Pablo Rivas, Jamal Sediq, Marc Goldberg, Alvin Lam, Sam Ghattas, Doug Neuman, Sean Topp - [Brother Howe Joins Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-howe-joins-adytum/): I sadly report that Upsilon has lost one of its most dedicated brothers, Robert Howe. Please remember him and his family in your prayers. Below is an obituary: Robert Howe, one of the most dedicated Upsilon brothers, joined the Adytum on Sept. 9, 2006. Howe, a native of Los Angel - [The Hung-arian Strikes Again!](https://uclasigmapi.com/the-hung-arian-strikes-again/): Gabor Fabian (Whittier) and his lovely wife Lilia are the proud parents of Péter János Elvis Fábián, born June 8, 2006. The new "king" of Whittier follows a great tradition of Gabors and Zoltars and Lothars of the Hill people in his family. Gabor is an Accounting Manager for Mace - [Senior Dinner Draws 20 Graduates!](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-draws-20-graduates/): WESTWOOD – “Heading downtown” and “heading out of town” were the themes of the third “Seniors Dinner,” which UAA hosted on June 5 for the graduating seniors of the Upsilon active chapter. This was “Dead Week,” the week before the last final exams of the year. But the crowd was li - [Topp, Howell, Macdonald, Farias, and Canty Roadtrip to Final Four!](https://uclasigmapi.com/topp-howell-macdonald-farias-and-canty-roadtrip-to-final-four/): We lost to Florida, but no fears -- we'll be back! Howlund is for real, the best coach we've had since Larry Brown! Sean Topp, Dave Canty, Bruce MacDonald and Tim Howell roadtripped to Indianapolis to watch UCLA's first trip to the Final Four since 1995. We beat Louisianna (actua - [Dave Vasquez's Significant Other Gets Some Press](https://uclasigmapi.com/dave-vasquezs-significant-other-gets-some-press/): [caption id="attachment_249" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Dave Vasquez and Tasha Welch"] [/caption] Tasha Welch's "Eskimo Kiss" is proof that nature-inspired furniture need not be a throwback to the days of wicker and macrame, nor need it be self- righteous. The upholst - [Howe Does He Do It?](https://uclasigmapi.com/howe-does-he-do-it/): Brother Bob attends 50th Founders Day WESTWOOD - Bob Howe (Northridge) has attended every Founders Day since 1955 except one, so that adds up to 50 Founders Days! On Feb. 25, Howe showed up for the 83rd Founders Day, his 50th in 51 years! Bob was one of several pledges from the l - [Josh Mandel's film screening (Mon., Dec. 5)](https://uclasigmapi.com/josh-mandels-film-screening-mon-dec-5/): Josh Mandel invites Upsilon brothers and alumni to a free UCLA screening of his feature-length documentary, RINGERS: LORD OF THE FANS, which is being released worldwide by Sony Pictures. RINGERS explores how "The Lord of the Rings" book has influenced Western popular culture over - [Aloha from Brent Kunimoto!](https://uclasigmapi.com/aloha-from-brent-kunimoto/): Brent Kunimoto (1982) was lost but now is found! He returned to the home of Honolulu several years ago after working on the mainland following graduation. Brent was one of several Hawaiian brothers during the late 1970s and early 1980s, including Peter Nakagawa, Paul Goto and Ru - [Rich Weed is a Papa (but not Papa McCoy)!](https://uclasigmapi.com/rich-weed-is-a-papa-but-not-papa-mccoy/): Rich Wiederkehr never had the seniority to be Papa McCoy but now he has his own lil Hairball to Haze, er..raise! The boy is William Edward Wiederkehr born Sept. 6, 2005, and named after his great-grandfathers, not Bill Kealey and Adrian Edwards. Wife and new mother Chrissie is in - [Seniors Dinner in Westwood!](https://uclasigmapi.com/seniors-dinner-in-westwood/): WESTWOOD - The Bruin softball team let us down, but otherwise, the 2nd edition of the “Seniors Dinner” brought alumni from far across the globe. A group of 13 alumni and 12 active brothers convened on June 8 at Westwood Brewing Company. We watched the tail end of Michigan defeat - [Coach Liskey to Travel to Benin](https://uclasigmapi.com/coach-liskey-to-travel-to-benin/): Brothers: Mike Liskey (1992) traveled to Benin in 2003 to coach basketball with a group of coaches from a Christian foundation. He has the opportunity to return this summer to continue his service. He does not ask for donations per se, but he will gladly accept if you want to con - [Stratis Zampathas entered the Adytum (1/31/04)](https://uclasigmapi.com/stratis-zampathas-entered-the-adytum-13104/): Stratis Zampathas entered the Adytum on Jan. 31, 2004, in Kamuela, Haw. His wife of 56 years, Georgia Zampathas, said, “To Stratis, Sigma Pi was a joy and a prideful experience. He never forgot his fraternity brothers.” She can be contacted at P.O. Box 6895, Kamuela, Haw. 96743. - [Brother Ballard Strikes Again - Baby Daughter #2!](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-ballard-strikes-again-baby-daughter-2/): Lesley and I (Jim Ballard '92) welcomed Delaney Brooke Ballard in to the world yesterday morning. A bit earlier than planned (by a few days) but everyone is doing very well. Ellie, our first daughter who turns 2 on Saturday, doesn't quite know what to make of her just yet but did - [Stewart Stands Tall](https://uclasigmapi.com/stewart-stands-tall/): WESTWOOD - The Upsilon brothers greeted Los Angeles Times reporter Larry Stewart with a chair and open ears at the 83rd annual “Founders’ Day” on Feb. 19 at Sigma Pi Manor. Stewart, the Los Angeles Times sports media columnist and a friend of Joe Marsalek from the San Gabriel Val - [Brother Ross Hosts Dinner for 12 Strangers](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-ross-hosts-dinner-for-12-strangers/): WEST L.A. - I hosted 10 undergrad students at my home on Saturday night (Mar. 5) as part of the Student Alumni Association’s “Dinner for 12 Strangers”. Maybe you heard about it when on campus but never considered attending. That was me, and this year, I decided to host it - figur - [Dynamic Duo Returns Home](https://uclasigmapi.com/dynamic-duo-returns-home/): WESTWOOD - Jim Cochran and Ed Cox’s pledge class in the early 1960s packed a lot of punch. There were only two members - Jim and Ed - but each of them were elected Sage in future years 1964 and 1965. The two returned to Sigma Pi Manor for the first time in 20 years for the Upsilo - [State of the Chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/state-of-the-chapter/): Many aspects of fraternity life are the same as they’ve been for many years. Some members complain a lot but don’t pay their house bill on time, some never have a date for parties and some have good GPAs but are never seen studying. With 82 members currently and space for 42 in t - [Jay Ross Answer is Printed in LA Times](https://uclasigmapi.com/jay-ross-answer-is-printed-in-la-times/): UCLA's progressive and open minds long ago elected decathlete Rafer Johnson as a student body president, sent its track star Tom Bradley on to big-city mayoralty, and saw Ralph Bunche win the Nobel Peace Prize. We'll even throw in Zev Yaroslavsky, a county supervisor, for good me - [This One Topps Them All!](https://uclasigmapi.com/this-one-topps-them-all/): Sean marries long-time girlfriend Miss April Phillips OXNARD (Oct. 2, 2004) - Sean Topp learned the right and wrong lessons from fellow Upsilon sage Seth Bluman. Sean selected the delightful Mandalay Bay Beach Resort, where Seth also had married the lovely former Miss Joanne Meye - [Go! Mo! Go!](https://uclasigmapi.com/go-mo-go/): SEATTLE (Sept. 18, 2004) -- If you weren’t wearing your Arabian goggles, then you may have missed Maurice Drew’s outrageous five touchdowns in UCLA’s big 36-31 win against Washington. Upsilon alumni Jim Ballard, Rob Ward, Steve Lantz, Rich Marcus, Jay Ross and Tim O’Hara’s sister - [Seaman Rocks the House!](https://uclasigmapi.com/seaman-rocks-the-house/): WESTWOOD (Feb. 28, 2004) - No one was playing cards, but they kept Bob Seaman up late again! The UCLA track and field legend, Seaman, was the guest speaker at the 2004 Founders Day and led a raucous night of tomfoolery and good cheer into the late hours at his old Sigma Pi Manor. - [John Parker in Indochina!](https://uclasigmapi.com/john-parker-in-indochina/): Hi, gang! Thought I'd drop you a note to let you know I"m alive and well and living it up in Luang Prabang, Laos! This hotel is definitely 5-star! My room is like a small house... all done in dark wood floors, cabinets, etc. The tub and shower are moulded with beautiful green con - [Coach Liskey Travels to Africa](https://uclasigmapi.com/coach-liskey-travels-to-africa/): Have you ever gone through an experience that has forever changed your life? Have you ever been challenged on your views on education, politics, economics, religion, and everything in between? Has your heart and soul ever been irreversibly touched by complete and unconditional lo - [Rudy! Rudy! Rudy!](https://uclasigmapi.com/rudy-rudy-rudy/): Before Rudy the Golden Domer, there was original golden boy - Rudy the Bruin! By James Thompson Kingsbruiny Fifty years ago, Upsilon Alumnus Rudy Feldman helped to lead one of the great Bruin football teams and one of the best in the land. Feldman, the 1953 UCLA co-captain along - [“That’s Gabor-e!”](https://uclasigmapi.com/thats-gabor-e/): The HUNG-arian hitches up! SEAL BEACH – No Rose Bowl security guards were needed! And Elvis even showed up! It’s all about “Amore for Gabor-e!” Gabor Fabian, the Long Rider pledge class legend, married the lovely former Miss Lilia Leon, on Aug. 16. The two live in Redondo Beach. - [Bro updates: Clarence/Won in SF](https://uclasigmapi.com/bro-updates-clarencewon-in-sf/): SAN FRANCISCO - Jason “Where the White Women At” Won and Steve “Where the Asian Women At” Clarence had a recent celebrity sighting in San Francisco. The two Upsilon brothers from the early 1990s were bar-hopping (what a surprise) in the City by the Bay in August and ran into no l - [UCLA FIELDS THREE TEAMS IN 2003 WORLD SERIES!](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-fields-three-teams-in-2003-world-series/): The Orange County Alumni Association hosted the 27th annual Sigma Pi World Series Saturday, July 19th in Fullerton. In recent years, the tournament has been held on the campus of Cal State Fullerton. However this year, the tournament moved to the Yard in Fullerton. An interesting - [CARPACIFEST III ENDS WITH A BANG!](https://uclasigmapi.com/carpacifest-iii-ends-with-a-bang/): SANTA ANA – If you need a seminar on Talmudic law, you call Moses. If you need a hitting clinic, you call Ted Williams. If you need a party to honor a greasy, dago, wop-fest with plenty of spaghetti and Cinzano, you call paisan Dan “One Step Ahead of the INS” Romero. In an unrela - [A Legend Is Gone: Meyer Passes to Adytum Bill, Class of 1947, was dedicated Upsilon, National and Bruin](https://uclasigmapi.com/a-legend-is-gone-meyer-passes-to-adytum-bill-class-of-1947-was-dedicated-upsilon-national-and-bruin/): Bill Meyer was a friend of all ages of Sigma Pi. At the annual Founders Day, he was easily approachable by the young and old and always enjoyed chatting one-on-one. He readily was proud of his family, talking about his newest grandchild and such. For many years, Bill was the most - [Alumni Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-update/): Former Sage Won Park recently watched every episode of American Idol and looks forward to the Next American Idol sequel. He works for Selman Breitman law firm in and lives in Brentwood. Keith Griffin is the next in a long line of Loyola High graduates to work at Girardi Keese law - [Titanic II: UCLA loss to U$C even worse than a Leo DiCaprio/ Kate Winslet reprise!](https://uclasigmapi.com/titanic-ii-ucla-loss-to-uc-even-worse-than-a-leo-dicaprio-kate-winslet-reprise/): PASADENA – In the words of Jim Ballard, “My name is Art Martinez… or, Has U$C stopped scoring yet?” The Trojans scored more often than Handbone in the bushes at Northridge in the old days, thumping our Bruins at the Rose Bowl, 52-21. It was like Bret Johnson was running the offen - [Good Halloween Bash](https://uclasigmapi.com/good-halloween-bash/): LOS ANGELES - Barney Productions put on it second annual Halloween bash on Oct. 25. This time it was at the Skirball Center. Dr. Brian Goldman showed up in scrubs looking for the Weizman bar mitzvah but found a rager with indoor and outdoor DJs and young ladies dressed in aqua bl - [Upsilon Gains 23 Pledges](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-gains-23-pledges/): Brothers, For the fall quarter we have 23 bright eyed, "Real Stud" pledges. Last Friday night I had them and 7 actives to the Tunnell Ranch near Santa Maria for their pledge retreat. I got some sleep between 6-9 AM but managed to survive. They slept in sleeping bags in various em - [Second Thoughts on Lavish Weddings](https://uclasigmapi.com/second-thoughts-on-lavish-weddings/): Originally published in the Los Angeles Times Letters to the Editor Section October 6, 2002. Brides today are sickening and self-centered and only care about showing up people who are supposed to be their friends ("Brides Pay Princely Sum to Be Cinderellas," Oct. 2). I hope Renee - [Bruin Alumni Find Success in 2002 World Series](https://uclasigmapi.com/bruin-alumni-find-success-in-2002-world-series/): Fullerton, CA (5/4/02) - The UCLA Alumni Associaiton of Sigma Pi Fraternity hit the 2002 Sigma Pi World Series this past May. The format of the tournament was changed from a double elimination style to a round robin. This year's team consisted of a few new faces in recent graduat - [Convocation in Philadelphia](https://uclasigmapi.com/convocation-in-philadelphia/): Four Brothers of Upsilon chapter made their way to Philadelphia this past August for the Fraternity's 2002 Convocation. The four Brothers who attended, President, Jake Loughridge, Vice President, Mark Goldsmith, past rush chairman, Kasper Szuba, and the designated Alumni represen - [Stu Johnson Running for Congress](https://uclasigmapi.com/stu-johnson-running-for-congress/): As many of you know, one of our very own is running for the United States House of Representatives. Fellow alumni Stu Johnson (former Sage, Upsilon Class of 1993) is waging a strong campaign for the 36th Congressional District of California. Many Sigma Pi alumni from the Upsilon - [Recent Alum Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/recent-alum-update/): Another year has come and gone and another crop of Sigma Pi Brothers leaves the Manor on a journey to bigger and better things. While not everyone can be accounted for, here is an idea of what our most recent alums are doing these days. Where to start? Well, there are certainly e - [Tim Howell's 30th in Vegas](https://uclasigmapi.com/tim-howells-30th-in-vegas/): Plain and simple: Tim Howell celebrated his 30th birthday with four days of debauchery in Las Vegas, an event sponsored by Bud Light and Rogaine. Brothers from Upsilon, including Dave Canty, Pablo 'I'm going to $%@& in your face' Rivas of Studio 54/Room 1 days, Brad Layous, Joe R - [New Upsilon Website](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-upsilon-website/): Sigma Pi launches further into the next century with another HQ productions, this time a snazzy, updated website. Herman Quispe has led the upgrading of the Upsilon Alumni Association website into a fully functional, database-driven monster. This is a big step forward from the qu - [Bro updates (Fall 2002)](https://uclasigmapi.com/bro-updates-fall-2002/): Mike Liskey married former El Toro HS swimming star Robyn Lowe in May in Capistrano Valley. David Finkel and Rob Ward were in the groom’s party. Dr. Lance Fuchs, director of proctology at the Rosenrosenrosen Institute, and his wife Samee live in San Diego with their baby (see pho - [An Offer You Can't Refuse](https://uclasigmapi.com/an-offer-you-cant-refuse/): Before the recent Convocation in Philadelphia and in the latest issue of the Emerald there were mailings and articles about the Educational Foundation and the new Sigma Pi Fund. I'm sure many of you were confused about who, why and what was the fund raising arm of our fraternity. - [Upsilon welcomes 27 pledges this Fall](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-welcomes-27-pledges-this-fall/): …Including Blow II, the dog. Get ready for Pledge Father Osterhogan’s “running flight deck swats”, so think about it! - [David Lilly Wedding Day](https://uclasigmapi.com/david-lilly-wedding-day/): Bruin crew-er David Lilly with his wife Catherine and brother Dorsey Brady on his wedding day back in the days of yore. - [Bruins ruin the Huskers](https://uclasigmapi.com/bruins-ruin-the-huskers/): Stu Johnson, Bruce Macdonald, Steve Clarence and Jason Won watching UCLA crush Nebraska at Memorial Stadium, 41-21. Other Upsilon brothers who roadtripped were Mike McKenzie and Dan McKenzie (Nebraska natives), Andrew Cussen, Sebastian Perkinson, Justin Brandt, Alfred Hernandez a - [Princeton Kim gets married](https://uclasigmapi.com/princeton-kim-gets-married/): Brother Kim and his new wife Karen stroll by Royce Hall in their first day as newlyweds. Princeton is an attorney in Los Angeles and a big support of the alumni and actives. - [Ballard and Ward with Coach Donahue](https://uclasigmapi.com/ballard-and-ward-with-coach-donahue/): Jim Ballard and Rob Ward meet up with Bruins football coach Terry Donahue in Newport Beach. Jim and Rob are lawyers down in San Diego and are still banned from the Cass Street Bar. - [Buckley Martin (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/buckley-martin-adytum-on-high/): Brother Martin passed to the Adytum on High while enjoying his golden years in the rural Sierra Nevadas. He was a high school teacher and coach for 50 years, and 200 friends attended his memorial service earlier this year. - [1975 active chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/1975-active-chapter/): The 1970s brothers do a pre-cursor to the Harlem Shake. Greg Khougaz is front and center with guitar and little sister, and caped crusader Evan Fong with his “Longdong Fong” homemade T-shirt is at left front (I guess things were less PC in those days). - [Who are these brothers?](https://uclasigmapi.com/who-are-these-brothers-2/) - [Who are these brothers?](https://uclasigmapi.com/who-are-these-brothers/): [gallery link="file"] This is from the Greek Week chariot races in 1954... Who are the Upsilon brothers in this photo? I think Rudy Feldman is in the front. If you have info, call Jay at (310) 979-9255 or Ross_Jay@Hotmail.com. - [Adytum on High - Garni Arakelian](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-garni-arakelian/): Recent alumnus Garni Arakelian died on Jul. 11 after a long battle with cancer. The memorial service will be on Tue. July 23 at 2:30 p.m. at Forest Lawn. Old North Church 6300 Forest Lawn Dr. Los Angeles, Ca 90068 We miss him dearly. The Garni Arakelian Memorial Scholarship To ho - [Brother Bahde weds](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-bahde-weds/): Anthony Bahde married his Upsilon sweetheart Jessica last year. Mitch Howard, Cameron Howard, and Jay Coy attended the wedding. Congrats! - [Senior Dinner Spring 2013](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-spring-2013/): Upsilon honored the graduating Class of 2013, which includes Past Sage Andrew Chung and UCLA Crew Team Rower Brandon Rokos. Taek Chang and Pablo Rivas organized; Won Park provided tons of great food and drink, and several alumni attended and donated: Art Escandon, Scot Kawano, Ed - [Sigma Pi World Series 2013](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-world-series-2013/): Upsilon rallied at the end to beat Fullerton's #3 team, 19-2. Players of the Game were Fletcher Riehl, who hit a 3-run homer by Fletcher Riehl (over the fence) and Kevin Monte, who went 4-for-4 day as leadoff batter and scored 4 runs (1 triple and 3 doubles). Back row: Kevin Mont - [Vagabrother Mark Ayling](https://uclasigmapi.com/vagabrother-mark-ayling/): Mark Ayling visited the chapter for the first time in five years, after traveling the world as a Vaga-Brother. He's 27, doesn't have a car, lives at home, but is a total success in the game of life. He has lived in Spain, worked on yachts in the Mediterranean, and ridden a cheap - [Chef Ruben Zuniga](https://uclasigmapi.com/chef-ruben-zuniga/): [caption id="attachment_6260" align="alignnone" width="480" caption="Chef Ruben Zuniga"] [/caption] Chef Ruben Zuniga with Carl Pestolos, Jake Hundley, Joe Pease, Matt Vrabel and Sebastian Perkinson during his last week in the kitchen at Sigma Pi Manor. Kasper Teichman, Jared Whi - [Adytum on High: Alan Hanson](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-alan-hanson/): Brother Hanson (’68) passed to the Adytum on High in 2003. He worked in finance in the Pacific Northwest for many years, where he was an active backpacker and mountaineer and was an original Upsilon mountain goat, summiting Mt. Hood and Mt. Rainier. - [Steve Yu is muay thai buttkicker](https://uclasigmapi.com/steve-yu-is-muay-thai-buttkicker/): Steve Yu with his muay thai martial arts classmates. - [UCLA beats Long Beach in hoops](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-beats-long-beach-in-hoops/): The four guapos of Upsilon get ready for another Bruins’ victory at the new Pauley Pavillion – Jeff Bara, Mike Rendon, Won Park and Eddy de la Torre (friend of Upsilon). Jeff was recently seen hugging Miss Ducati at the L.A. Motorcycle Convention. - [Sorority Super Bowl](https://uclasigmapi.com/sorority-super-bowl/): The actives raised $1,200 for Ewings Sarcoma cancer as part of their 1st annual “Sorority Super Bowl.” Tim Ennan and Graham Woolf organized the flag flootball tournament, which included nine UCLA sororities, and was a re-sounding success. The chapter chose to raise funds for the - [Barry Maiten graduates from ATF Citizens Academy](https://uclasigmapi.com/barry-maiten-graduates-from-atf-citizens-academy/): Brother Maiten received his Graduation Certificate from special agent Steve Bogdalek for completing the federal Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives Citizens Academy. The Academy teaches case studies, surveillance techniques, and actual nighttime practise surveillance, tact - [Alumni speaker: Marc Goldberg](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-speaker-marc-goldberg/): Brother Goldberg, who works in finance at Parsons Engineering, spoke to the actives on Nov. 19 about planning for careers very early on, and taking advantage of campus and alumni resources and internships. He also has a pilot’s license, which is a great ice-breaker for job interv - [Donald Bullock (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/donald-bullock-adytum-on-high/): Brother Bullock, an alumnus from the 1950s, passed to the Adytum on High in Nov. 2012. He was in ROTC at UCLA and served in the U.S. Army after graduation, and he worked in the technology field. He was a Los Angeles native and had retired to rural Arizona. - [2011-2012 Executive Council](https://uclasigmapi.com/2011-2012-executive-council/): Thank you to the brothers for their year of service to the brotherhood: Sam Caine (Herald), Mo Abbas (Social), Andrew Chung (Sage), Brandon Rokos (Vice President), Evan Tseperkos (Secretary), Dylan Smith (Treasurer), Mike Murietta (1st Councilor). If you served on E.C., you know - [Upsilon & ADPi cheer on Bruins](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-adpi-cheer-on-bruins/): The actives hosted the lovely ladies of Alpha Delta Pi at the Rose Bowl, while watching the Bruins jet out to a 7-2 record and Top 20 rank. Bring on the Trojan scum! - [Andrew Fleming (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/andrew-fleming-adytum-on-high/): Recent alumnus Andrew Fleming passed to the Adytum on High on Nov. 5, 2012, from complications of cancer at his family home in Brawley. The loss of young and beloved brother is particularly difficult, and many recent Upsilon alumni from 2007-2010 considered him a close friend. Hi - [Rob Ward: House Playboy](https://uclasigmapi.com/rob-ward-house-playboy/): Brother Ward in action at the 1988 Pledge Active. This is how it all began for the La Mirada hoops all-star turned Upsilon legend. - [Paul Dinh reps Sigma Pi in MS Bike Ride](https://uclasigmapi.com/paul-dinh-reps-sigma-pi-in-ms-bike-ride/): Paul Dinh rode in the MS Bike Ride in San Diego, and several Upsilon brothers contirbuted donations. He rode through the rain for the good cause, and thanks Upsilon for assisting in his service to God and Man. The ride was on Oct. 20 in San Diego and a distance of 98 miles! - [Upsilon wins awards at 51st Biennial Convocation](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-wins-awards-at-51st-biennial-convocation/): Ryan Farjadi of the Active Chapter accepts the Merino-Tash Award for “100-Man House” at the 51st Biennial Convocation in San Antonio in Aug. 2012. Grand Sage Chris Brown and Past Grand Sage John Merino (BO-Long Beach St.) present the award. - [Furst kickin’ butt on his bike](https://uclasigmapi.com/furst-kickin-butt-on-his-bike/): Larry Furst rippin’ around the corner on his motorcycle, with Jeff Bara, Taek Chang and Chris Cochran in hot pursuit no doubt. Sadly, the bike is for sale: It’s a 2009 Yamaha FZ6R, 3,250 miles, excellent condition, original owner. It's got a few upgrades like sliders, wind guard - [Paul Dinh rides on 9/11 Remembrance Day](https://uclasigmapi.com/paul-dinh-rides-on-911-remembrance-day/): Under the gallantly streaming broad stripes and bright stars, Paul Dinh was one of 96 riders who rode 118 miles on Sept. 9 to pay tribute to all the victims who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. During this epic ride VeloViet riders took turns protecting and assisting the f - [Robert Moore works in Rome for the U.N. Food Program](https://uclasigmapi.com/robert-moore-works-in-rome-for-the-un-food-program/): Robert Moore works in Rome for the U.N. Food Program, helping to prevent malnutrition and fight famines throughout the world. He recently traveled to Kenya on a safari, and has take trips to Laos and Turkey. - [Keith Griffin adjudicates consumer protections](https://uclasigmapi.com/keith-griffin-adjudicates-consumer-protections/): Brother Griffin works as a trial attorney for Girardi Keese law firm in Los Angeles on medical lawsuits. A recent mass action case resulted in a settlement of claims against a large multi-national pharmaceutical company whose drug contributed to 200,000 heart attacks in patients - [Barry Maiten meets VP Cheney](https://uclasigmapi.com/barry-maiten-meets-vp-cheney/): Brother Maiten met former VP Dick Cheney as a Republican donor event in Beverly Hills. - [Nhien Le in San Francisco](https://uclasigmapi.com/nhien-le-in-san-francisco/): Nhien Le lives in San Francisco where he loves the Giants and is active in running races for charities. He is grooming his 15-yr-old niece for UCLA sorority life and Upsilon Little Sister Initiation. - [Sean Bloch completes 2nd AIDS ride!](https://uclasigmapi.com/sean-bloch-completes-2nd-aids-ride/): Sean Bloch rode from San Francisco to Los Angeles in the AIDS bicycle ride for the second consecutive year. He also trained a group of 10 riders for 6 months, to prepare them for the grueling race. This year was much easier than the first year, and he's getting ready for his thir - [Senior Dinner - May 30th Westwood Brew Co.](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-may-30th-westwood-brew-co/): [caption id="attachment_6067" align="alignnone" width="480" caption="Senior Dinner Spring 2012"] [/caption] Congratulations to Class of 2012! Upsilon seniors were hosted at the Senior Dinner on May 30 in Westwood. Actives were encouraged to live according to our Creed and John Wo - [Who are you loyal to?](https://uclasigmapi.com/who-are-you-loyal-to/): http://www.history.com/shows/hatfields-and-mccoys - [Senior Dinner - this Wed. night (May 30), Westwood Brew Co.](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-this-wed-night-may-30-westwood-brew-co/): Senior Dinner - this Wed. night (May 30), Westwood Brew Co. I need 8 more alumni to join me. A few have RSVPed, but I DEFINITELY need more. It's at 6:30 pm on Wed. night in Westwood. If you can't attend and wish to "sponsor" a graduating senior for $20, please send a check (anyon - [Sigma Pi World Series](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-world-series/): Manager Dan Romero led the brave Upsilon Bruins at the Sigma Pi World Series on May 4. Upsilon fell to the steroid-fueled Fullerton and Long Beach teams, but would have beat them in Thumper. Team included many of the all-stars of the 2000s: Abel Somilleda, Sebastian Perkinson, Dr - [Andrew Dearborn welcomes first child.](https://uclasigmapi.com/andrew-dearborn-welcomes-first-child/): Andrew Dearborn and his wife Anna welcomed their first daughter in May. He looks forward to their first hikes together in Yosemite and developing the web version of Guitar Hero 3. - [Active seeks summer internship in accounting/finance/investments](https://uclasigmapi.com/active-seeks-summer-internship-in-accountingfinanceinvestments/): Miles Pember, a fine active and winner of a Founders Day scholarship, seeks a summer internship in a business-related field: finance, banking, wealth management, marketing, etc. He says that he really wants to get an internship where he can get actual experience dealing with fina - [Lynn Diamant (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/lynn-diamant-adytum-on-high/): Brother Diamant passed to the Adytum on High in 2008. He was a "rake and racounteur" and impressed brothers with his Ferrari racing car that he bought of the Fox Studio lot while on campus in the early 1960s, and he was a Golden Gloves-caliber boxer. He was a brilliant engineer a - [Donations needed - Plaque for house cornerstone](https://uclasigmapi.com/donations-needed-plaque-for-house-cornerstone/): We are making a brass plaque to commemorate Upsilon Brother John Landon, an architect from the Class of 1926 who designed our Sigma Pi Manor. The cost is $250 for a nice brass on wood, and we will hang it in the foyer. To donate, issue checks to: Upsilon Alumni Assn Mail to: Scot - [Taek Chang - New Chapter Advisor](https://uclasigmapi.com/taek-chang-new-chapter-advisor/): Please welcome Taek Chang as our new Chapter Advisor! Taek, a graduate of 1991, started this past Monday night, and has hit the ground running. Please give him the same level of support that you gave me. It's many long hours and late nights, and support is needed from as many alu - [Old Men's Club Holiday Party](https://uclasigmapi.com/old-mens-club-holiday-party/): A dozen of Upsilon’s finest gentlemen gathered for their annual holiday party on Dec. 18. Dick Peters organized the reunion at the Santa Ana Country Club, courtesy of John Goodlad’s widow, Nancy, and Bob Baker played Santa for the gift exchange. Attendees included Joe Henriksen ( - [Past Sage James Cochran (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/past-sage-james-cochran-adytum-on-high/): Past Sage James Cochran (Adytum on High) Past Sage James “ Jim ” John Cochran passed away at the age of 71 on Nov. 23, 2011 in Valencia, having beaten the odds and surviving nearly 10 years after a double-lung transplant. He graduated from UCLA with a History major in 1963, which - [Fred Thornley - Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/fred-thornley-adytum-on-high/): Brother Fred Thornley passed to the Adytum on High in Oct. 2011. He was a Past Sage and USAC/student body president in 1954, and a Yell Leader at Bruin football games during the Red Sanders glory years. He is among the finest gentlemen that Upsilon chapter has known. - [Actives do ACE Project](https://uclasigmapi.com/actives-do-ace-project/): Actives do ACE Project - Stone Canyon creek clean-up on UCLA campus. The brothers of Upsilon helped to remove non-native flora and plant environmentally-friendly grasses at the Stone Canyon Creek on campus on on Nov. 19. New Sage Andrew Chung led an army of 25 actives and pledges - [Adytum – John Goodlad](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-john-goodlad/): Longtime president of the “Old Men’s Club” John Goodlad died on Sept. 4, 2011. He served as a 1 st Councilor and belong to many civic and social organizations in Glendale and Orange County, including Rotary. He was drafted and served during the Korean War. He worked as a realtor - [Dale Champion (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/dale-champion-adytum-on-high/): Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Dale Champion, a longtime Chronicle reporter who wrote extensively about the environment, died in 2008 San Francisco. Hewas 81 and an Upsilon initiate of 1948 before transferring to Stanford. Mr. Champion was born in Los Angeles and - [Gary Gross Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/5730-2/): Brother Gary Gross sadly died of a brain aneurysm on Oct. 19, 2011, and passed to the Adytum on High at age 42. He was married to a delightful wife Lani and had a beautiful daughter named Talia. They lived in Huntington Beach in Orange County. Gary is originally from San Jose and - [Sigma Pi World Series 2011](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-world-series-2011/): Manager Dan Romero led the Upsilon Alumni to the playoffs in the Sigma Pi World Series on May 14 in Fullerton. The tournament included a 17-5 win over USC Alumni and a 24-4 loss to Long Beach State Alumni (we were getting warmed up). Dominguez Hills defeated Upsilon in the first - [Ralph Scott- Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/ralph-scott-adytum/): Brother Ralph Scott passed to the Adytum on High in April 2011. He was a teacher in Los Angeles for many years and cherished his brothers in Upsilon. - [Robert Smart - Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/robert-smart-adytum/): Robert Smart, a WWII veteran and Golden Cross recipient, passed to the Adytum on High in 2010 in San Clemente. He was drafted after Pearl Harbor in 1941 and served as an engineer, building bridges in the European theatre, during World War II. He worked in the petroleum industry a - [Trouble's a Bruin](https://uclasigmapi.com/troubles-a-bruin/): The active chapter will run in a 5K on May 7 in Irvine to raise funds for Leukemia. In the past, the chapter has run the L.A. Marathon to raise funds for the UCLA Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center. As alumni, it is important for us to support how they live the Creed in the servi - [Mark Ayling Says Hola](https://uclasigmapi.com/mark-ayling-says-hola/): [gallery link="file"] Mark Ayling is in Spain teaching English for a year. He loves it and encourages new graduates to apply for it. "It is going great at the moment, the program I am here with is really easy to apply for and open to anyone from the states with a college degree i - [Elliott Brainard - Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/elliott-brainard-adytum/): Dr. Elliott Brainard #331 (9/15/1924 - 8/31/2009): Brother Brainard, a U.S. Navy veteran in World War II and a Golden Cross recipient, passed to the Adytum on High on Aug. 31 in Pahrump, Nev., at age 76. Brainard was the youngest naval officer on the USS La Porte during WWII. He - [Charles Reed - Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/charles-reed-adytum/): Charles Norman Reed #570 (5/18/1938 – 2/22/2010): Brother Reed, a Golden Cross recipient, passed to the Adytum on High on Feb. 22 in Rochester, N.Y., at age 71. Reed was an engineer by trade and worked for defense contractors in southern California and for Xerox and EDS in upstat - [Senior Dinner 2010](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-2010/): The UAA feted the graduating Upsilon Class of 2010 at the 5th Senior Dinner on Jun. 1 in Westwood. Abner Shao organized the event at Acapulco’s. Thank you to the generous donors: Emerald Level - David Shiokari and Steve Kaplan. Gold Level - David Finkel, Dashiell Nash, Kyle Heckm - [Adytum - Jack Crickard](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-jack-crickard/): John (Jack) Crickard, a retired Los Angeles Superior Court Judge and one of the oldest Upsilon alumni, died in June at age 90. He was a highly regarded attorney and lived the fraternity’s ideal of advancing truth and justice. The following obituary was printed in the Daily Journa - [Sigma Pi World Series 2010](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-world-series-2010/): FULLERTON – Upsilon had a rough outing at the Sigma Pi Western World Series in May and failed to reach the playoffs. The Blue team (old alumni) lost all 3 games, and the Gold team (young alumni) won 1 game, which was against the Blue Team. Manager Dan “Pudge” Romero deserves much - [Why Are People Racist? by Andrew Guilford '72](https://uclasigmapi.com/why-are-people-racist-by-andrew-guilford-72/): MARCH 2, 2010 | PERSPECTIVE Why Are People Racist? By Andrew Guilford Do people change their core values? Do nations? This crucial question confronts many, ranging from national leaders signing treaties or passing laws, to general managers for sports teams considering a trade for - [UAA Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/uaa-update-2/): The UAA has been very active in programming events for the chapter, and we have funded many items for the chapter this year. We have 70 dues-paying members in 2009, one of our best years. I fully expect us to win our 2nd “Alumni Club of the Biennium” at the Convocation this summe - [Active Chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/active-chapter/): [caption id="attachment_3132" align="alignleft" width="364" caption="3rd Coun. Stephen Tye, 4th Coun. Mitch Howard, Sage Manuel Gouveia, 2nd Coun. Kanishk Tulsyan, Herald Martin Vigodnier, 1st Coun. Kevin Monte."] [/caption] Within the brotherhood, there have been numerous instan - [Upsilon Heritage: Chef Jerry Hughen](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-heritage-chef-jerry-hughen/): [caption id="attachment_3216" align="alignleft" width="300" caption=" Chef Jerry with his mother Lela Hughen, at a 1988 Luau in the backyard at Sigma Pi Manor."] [/caption] DECLO, Id. - Jerry Hughen, Upsilon’s chef from 1985 to 1990, died on Oct. 14 from pancreatic cancer, peacef - [Adytum: Remembrances of our Brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-remembrances-of-our-brothers-3/): Robert Thomas #244 (6/6/1918 - 1/28/2009): Thomas, a WWII veteran, Bruin wrestler / coach, and Golden Cross recipient, passed to the Adytum on High on Jan. 28, in San Marcos (San Diego Co.) at age 90. Thomas served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and afterward embarked on a - [Upsilon Heritage: Wedding bells for Lilly](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-heritage-wedding-bells-for-lilly/): David Lilly’s wedding day at St. Alban’s Church on Hilgard Ave. near the UCLA campus. Several brothers in picture: Mike Peterson, Chuck Bader, Dorsey Brady (Lilly’s “little brother”), father-in-law, David Lilly, Lilly’s father, Kent Lewis, Fred Jones, George Wagner (brother-in-la - [UCLA vs Tenn](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-vs-tenn/): Tennessee game - Steve Lantz, Rob Ward and Jim Ballard cheer the Bruins onto victory! Other Upsilon brothers who traveled: Rich Marcus, Jay Ross, Tony Leadholm, Rick Leadholm (Tony’s dad), Mike McKenzie, Matt Bradley . Surprisingly few mullets - “Tennessee Top Hats.” - [M.Swanson Family](https://uclasigmapi.com/mswanson-family/): “I too am a UCLA grad. Merle loved UCLA and all of his memories there. We talked about UCLA every time we were together and especially towards the end of his life. He loved wearing his UCLA slippers. We always said "once a Bruin always a Bruin". It would mean so much to him that - [Roll Tide](https://uclasigmapi.com/roll-tide/): [caption id="attachment_3084" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Herman with Randy of BUTT"] [/caption] Herman Quispe tailgated for the Alabama-Texas national championship game last Thursday at the Rose Bowl. Even though our Bruins weren’t there, and even though the rest of u - [Pablo Rivas 30th World Tour Celebration](https://uclasigmapi.com/pablo-rivas-30th-world-tour-celebration/): [caption id="attachment_3057" align="alignnone" width="480" caption="Nick North, Princeton Kim, Pablo Rivas, Tim Howell, and Pau Gasol"] [/caption] Pablo Rivas celebrated his 30th year of existence in style with a European Bash Tour with stops in Amsterdam, Prague, Barcelona, and - [New Brothers from the Fall of 2009](https://uclasigmapi.com/brothers-from-the-fall-of-2009/): Brothers of the Upsilon Chapter of UCLA Sigma Pi, We are proud to introduce the new brothers of Sigma Pi, Uspilon. Here is the list of the brothers with a biography included as well. [gallery] - [10-4 Barry Maiten](https://uclasigmapi.com/10-4-barry-maiten/): [caption id="attachment_2984" align="alignleft" width="600" caption="Barry Maiten '78 Receives a City of Los Angeles Resolution"] [/caption] On 10-4-2009, Barry Maiten received a City of Los Angeles Resolution, signed by the Mayor and the entire Los Angeles City Council, honoring - [Happy Birthday John Wooden](https://uclasigmapi.com/happy-birthday-john-wooden/): John Wooden turns 99 on October 14th. A website has been set up to allow us to wish him a Happy Birthday. To visit the site go to: http://happybirthdayjohnwooden.com/guestbook/?p=1 - [Sigma Pi Rush 2009](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-rush-2009/) - [Active Chapter Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/active-chapter-update/): [caption id="attachment_2314" align="alignleft" width="499" caption="UCLA Club Baseball: Jake Supowit, Rob Mack, Matt Quigley, Dan Kleinkopf, & Blayne Kercher"] [/caption] As the school year begins to draw to a close at UCLA, we recognize yet another successful year at the Upsilo - [Donations](https://uclasigmapi.com/donations/): 1. Upsilon Alumni Association : The general fund that collects annual dues, donations for the Bill Meyer and Julien D’Avanzo scholarships for active brothers, communications (website, mailings, Founders Day invitations), and events. Not tax-deductible. Annual dues: $35-100. Issue - [Planned Giving](https://uclasigmapi.com/planned-giving/): Your gift to the Upsilon Alumni Association will make the difference in the lives of many of our fellow Bruin Sigma Pi brothers through scholarships, leadership training and values-based education. As you create your personal estate plans, please remember the value of your member - [Adytum](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum/): Please remember the brothers who have passed to the Adytum on High in recent years: Arthur Williamson - 1952 #436 (2005, San Marino). Col. William Bennett - 1941 #254 (2005, Reva, Va.) A. Joseph Spielman - 1942 #265 (3/15/06, Kamuela, Haw.) Albert “Kennie” Gifford - 1935 #128 (12 - [Roger King Denney #468 (1932 - 1/12/2009):](https://uclasigmapi.com/roger-king-denney-468-1932-1122009/): Denney, a Gold Cross recipient, passed to the Adytum on High on Jan. 12, 2009, at age 76, from complications from a stroke. He lived in Orange County with his second wife Vira, and had been retired after working as a trial attorney for many years. He was buried at sea on May 24. - [Merle Swanson #339 (2/18/1923 - 2/1/2009):](https://uclasigmapi.com/merle-swanson-339-2181923-212009/): Swanson, a Gold Cross recipient and charter member of the Old Men’s Club, passed to the Adytum on High on Feb. , 2009, at age 86. He was a WWII veteran and was buried with honors at the Riverside National Cemetery. Upsilon brothers Jack Bryan, Bob Doumakes and John Goodlad attend - [Adytum: Remembrances of our brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-remembrances-of-our-brothers-2/): Loss of brothers It is a sad fact of life, but alumni brothers die every year and enter the Adytum. If you are a family member of a deceased brother who has received this copy of the Pioneer, please notify us of the death of the brother. We would like to notify the rest of the ci - [Senior Dinner](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner/): The UAA honored graduates of the Upsilon Class of 2009 at the 4th “Senior Dinner” in Westwood on June 1. The following alumni attended / provided donations: Dan Romero Josh Brooks Steve Kaplan Ed Kwak Pablo Rivas Kasper Teichman Fletcher Riehl David Finkel Ken Stout Nate Murphy V - [31st Sigma Pi Western World Series](https://uclasigmapi.com/31st-sigma-pi-western-world-series/): [caption id="attachment_2297" align="alignleft" width="449" caption="Eric Tscheu, Drew Mercado, Rex Roberts, Dan "Pudge" Romero (mgr.), Andrew Fisher, Abel Somilleda, Kevin Rodriguez, & Jay Ross"] [/caption] FULLERTON – Upsilon lost to a very skilled Long Beach St. active team, 1 - [UAA update](https://uclasigmapi.com/uaa-update/): Upsilon Alumni Association Secretary Art Martinez chaired the UAA annual meeting on Feb. 28, 2009. All decisions of the Board of Directors during the past year were ratified unanimously. Herman Quispe is the sole Board Member. The Jay Ross was re-elected as President. Art Martine - [2009 Eagle & Badge Gala honors community leaders and Medal of Valor recipients](https://uclasigmapi.com/2009-eagle-badge-gala-honors-community-leaders-and-medal-of-valor-recipients/): [caption id="attachment_5442" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Brothers Arturo Martinez '92 and Tim O'Hara '94 with Jamal Wilkes and Jim Hill"] [/caption] The LAPPL’S Eagle & Badge Foundation held it’s annual gala September 26th at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel wi - [Brother Swanson passes to Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-swanson-passes-to-adytum-on-high/): Merle’s ancestry is Swedish which he embodied with gusto. - [Brother Hudson in Money for job search](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-hudson-in-money-for-job-search/): Brother David Hudson, an astrophysics major from 1991, was featured in Money.com about his job search. - [Brother Lica passes to Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-lica-passes-to-adytum-on-high/): Eugene Lica, one of the oldest living brothers from the Class of 1943, died on Jan. 20, 2009. He was #247 and lived in Tarzana. - [Brother Denney passes to Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-denney-passes-to-adytum-on-high/): Brother Roger Denney passed to the Adytum on High Jan. 12, 2009. He lived in Irvine. Born to show business parents in 1932 in Indiana, Roger was raised in Riverside, Calif., and attended UCLA for undergraduate and law schools. Roger's career as an Orange County attorney spanned 4 - [Housing Board Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/housing-board-update/): The Upsilon Chapter Building Association holds quarterly meetings and maintains the condition of the 1931 Sigma Pi Manor. New members are welcome. This past year, the Board funded the purchase of new dinner plates and bowls with the Sigma Pi crest emblazoned, to replenish the sto - [Upsilon Alumni Association Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-alumni-association-update/): The UAA has funded many items for the chapter this year. Your donations make it possible! $150 for scholarship to Michael Spiker for a medical trip to Africa. $200 for Gold Crosses for alumni from 1954-1958. $200 to the national fraternity for a commemorative brick in honor of ou - [Chapter Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/chapter-update/): [caption id="attachment_759" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Michael Spiker volunteered in Ghana for three weeks during the summer as a medical lab technician and educator, helping to fulfill the fraternity’s Creed of “service to God and man.”"] [/caption] Upsilon Chapter - [Adytum: Remembrances of our brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-remembrances-of-our-brothers/): [caption id="attachment_538" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Jay & Marilyn Holt"] [/caption] Jay Van Holt (7/20/1923 – 4/6/2008): Van Holt, a Golden Cross recipient and member of the Old Men’s Club, passed to the Adytum on High on April 6, 2008, at age 84. He lived in Sant - [Convocation Update](https://uclasigmapi.com/convocation-update/): [caption id="attachment_541" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="The pride of the 1980s reunite at the UCLA-Oregon game in Eugene – Andy Carpenter (Arizona), Jeff Sargent (Oregon) and Marty Fortier (Idaho)."] [/caption] LONG BEACH – Jay Ross represented the UAA as an Alumni Cl - [Remembrances: Brothers who served](https://uclasigmapi.com/remembrances-brothers-who-served-2/): WESTWOOD - Four brothers of Upsilon who served in the military and were killed in combat during World War II were honored along with all UCLA veterans who gave their lives for their country at a ceremony on Nov. 9, 2007: Robert “Ace” Calkins, Donald Hesse, Liston Comer and Lane D - [Remembrances: Brothers who served](https://uclasigmapi.com/remembrances-brothers-who-served/): WESTWOOD - Four brothers of Upsilon who served in the military and were killed in combat during World War II were honored along with all UCLA veterans who gave their lives for their country at a ceremony on Nov. 9, 2007: Robert “Ace” Calkins, Donald Hesse, Liston Comer and Lane D - [Remembrances: Soap Box Derby - 1957](https://uclasigmapi.com/remembrances-soap-box-derby-1957/): [caption id="attachment_125" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Soap Box Derby"] [/caption] In 1957, Doug Keppler led Upsilon to racing glory by winning the soap box derby race down Bruin Walk during Greek Week. He was honored by a kiss from Miss Hollywood. In the photo, Carl - [1970 Brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/1970-brothers/): Brothers from the late 1970s gathered in Northridge in July to celebrate the 50th birthday of Bruce Thompson, including Michael Dykstra, James Lipow, Greg Hill, David Shiokari, David Pulaski, Wayne Smith, and Thomas Concannon. The group indulged in three cases of chardonnay for a - [Seaman in UCLA Sports Hall of Fame](https://uclasigmapi.com/seaman-in-ucla-sports-hall-of-fame/): [caption id="attachment_537" align="alignleft" width="200" caption="Robert Seaman (Men's Track & Field)"] [/caption] Eight new members will be inducted into the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame this Friday on Oct. 3. Invitation-only induction ceremonies will be held in Covel Commons, - [Senior dinner: Congrats Class of 2016](https://uclasigmapi.com/senior-dinner-congrats-class-of-2016/): Upsilon graduates gathered at House of Meatballs in Westwood, and will pursue careers in law, military, neurology, communications/lobbying. Thank you to alumni donors: Adm. James Seely, Past Sage Won Park, Kasper Teichman, Pablo Rivas and David Finkel. - [Adytum on High: Thomas Straeter, U.S.N. (ret.)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-thomas-straeter-usn-ret/): Brother Straeter passed to the Adytum on High in May as Upsilon’s oldest veteran. He was a Hollywood H.S. graduate, served in the U.S. Navy during the occupation of Japan following WWII, andreturned in 1947 to UCLA. He was initiated as an original member of the Old Men's Club and - [Garni award presented to Jonathan Dolgin](https://uclasigmapi.com/garni-award-presented-to-jonathan-dolgin/): Brother Dolgen of the active chapter was honored with the Garni Arakelian Memorial Scholarship at Founders Day on Feb. 20. Kayleigh McPherson of the UCLA Foundation presented the award, which was established by the Arakelian family. Mr. Arakelian and Garni's sister Astineh attend - [Adytum on High: Capt. David Van Saun (USN)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-capt-david-van-saun-usn/): Brother Van Saun passed to the Adytum on High in 2012 after a 30-year career in the Navy. He served in Vietnam as a Surface Warfare Officer, and was Commanding Officer of the Mayport Naval Station. - [Brother Capps recounts shootout in San Bernardino](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-capps-recounts-shootout-in-san-bernardino/): Sgt. Andy Capps led the firefight that took out the 2 terrorists. It was the first shootout of his police career. http://www.cnn.com/2016/02/12/us/beyond-the-call-of-duty-andy-capps/index.html - [Feeling the burn!](https://uclasigmapi.com/feeling-the-burn/): Founders Day afficianados Spencer Van Ruiten, Paul Dinh, Pablo Rivas, Jay Ross and Tim Howell puff away on Cubanos, courtesy of Pablo and Mr. Van Ruiten... making Sigma Pi great again! - [1950s brothers at UNLV game](https://uclasigmapi.com/1950s-brothers-at-unlv-game/): The Old Men’s Club is going strong in its 7th decade. Bob Eggert, Bob Hillerman (Florida), Werner Benjamin (Indio), Fred Crebs (Ensendada, Mexico) and Dean Cameron gathered to watch the Bruins in Las Vegas. Ralph Rea also joined the trip. - [Adytum on High: Daryl Gustafson](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-daryl-gustafson/): Brother Gustafson passed to the Adytum on High on Dec. 10, 2015. A native of the San Joaquin Valley, he graduated in 1957 and worked for General Telephone’s Office of Governmental Relations. He was a lifetime true blue Bruin and was married for 55 years to his campus sweetheart, - [Adytum on High: Robert Doumakes](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-robert-doumakes/): Brother Doumakes, one of Upsilon’s last WWII veterans, passed to the Adytum on High on Aug. 9, 2015. He ran confectionary companies for many years, and was a wise father and grandfather for generations of his Greek family. - [Adytum on High: Douglas Walter Bastyr 2/5/1928-1/29/2016](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-douglas-walter-bastyr-251928-1292016/): Brother Bastyr, an Army veteran in Europe during the Cold War, past Province Archon, and Past Housing Board Member, passed to the Adytum on High on Jan. 29 at age 87 in Lawrence, Kan. Bastyr attended North Hollywood H.S. and matriculated to UCLA, where he pledged the fraternity a - [Brother Alvarez speaks to Chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-alvarez-speaks-to-chapter/): In between designing and launching satellites, Michael Alvarez (Y1993) visited Upsilon Manor as the Alumni Guest Speaker. He explained how to seek opportunity with start-ups, not necessarily take the big paycheck from the old-school companies. His new FireSat combs the earth in 1 - [Brother Tulsyan marries in India](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-tulsyan-marries-in-india/): Past 2nd Counselor Kanishk Tulsyan was married in Juipar with several Upsilon brothers making the long road trip: Robbie Mack, Josh Skifstrom, Mitch Howard, Mitch Huynh, Frank Solis and Evan Hou. - [Brother Guilford and Maury Wills](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-guilford-and-maury-wills/): Judge Andrew Guilford has been promoting Hall of Fame selection for the great Dodger shortstop Maury Wills, one of the best base stealers of all-time. Guilford attended Dodger Stadium’s Opening Day in 1962 and works with Wills to mentor at-risk youths. The L.A. Times featured the - [Brother Alvarez - Alumni Guest Speaker - Tue. Jan. 19](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-alvarez-alumni-guest-speaker-tue-jan-19/): Michael Alvarez, an engineer who designs and launches satellites, will speak to the active chapter on Tue. night (no Mon. night meeting because of MLK Day) at 7:00 pm. If you are interested in the engineering field or the latest Hollywood dance clubs, Michael is a great resource, - [Brother Capps involved in San Bernardino shootout](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-capps-involved-in-san-bernardino-shootout/): Sgt. Andy Capps of the Redlands Police Dept. (Upsilon '88) chased down the two terrorists who attacked the Arrowhead Regional Center in San Bernardino in December. He was on patrol and came upon their vehicle, and he took position and bravely fired at the terrorists. The law enfo - [OMC 69th Holiday Brunch](https://uclasigmapi.com/omc-69th-holiday-brunch/): The Old Men's Club gathered again for its annual holiday party, led by Bob "Santa Claus" Baker and Richard "Communication Director" Peters. The grand old gentlemen have met up every year since WWII ended. Other brothers included Robert Jones, Ken Ingman, Paul Finwall and Robert E - [Brother Drake at Bank of America](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-drake-at-bank-of-america/): Peter Drake is a senior vice president for Business Development, and arranges financing for small and large companies in California. He is featured in this video on Bank of America's financial partnership with Tapatio Hot Sauce here - [Kirk Hyde in Japan](https://uclasigmapi.com/kirk-hyde-in-japan/): Brother Hyde emigrated to Australia in 1991. He is currently teaching in the Faculty of International Relations at the University of Shizuoka, in Japan. - [Five Upsilon Brothers at UCLA/UNLV Game](https://uclasigmapi.com/five-upsilon-brothers-at-uclaunlv-game/): 1950s alumni Bob Hillerman, Warner Benjamin, Bob Eggert, Fred Krebs, and Dean Cameron gathered in Las Vegas watch the Josh Rosen Heisman Express! - [Layous and family](https://uclasigmapi.com/layous-and-family/): Past Sage Brad Layous and his wife Shonda are raising money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Join “Team Kendoo” in one of two ways: Donate to the team with this link! We're eternally grateful for any support. And don't forget that many of the companies we work for h - [1980s brothers en fuego](https://uclasigmapi.com/1980s-brothers-en-fuego/): Who are these wild and crazy guys... my guess is Russ Strenk, Dieter Letsch, Matt Whealen and Derek Janovich? - [Brother Maiten honors as LAPD Reserve of the Year](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-maiten-honors-as-lapd-reserve-of-the-year/): LAPD Chief Charlie Beck honors Barry Maiten as the LAPD Reserve Officer / Specialist Of The Year of the LAPD Wilshire Division on Apr. 11. ‏ - [Adytum on High: Charles Osterlund](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-charles-osterlund/): One of Upsilon's most dedicated alumni, Charles Osterlund, passed to the Adytum on High on Jun. 14. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and worked as a teacher in Los Angeles for 40 years before retiring to Huntington Beach. He was married to his UCLA sweetheart, Connie, for 55 years, and - [Donnell's world travels](https://uclasigmapi.com/donnells-world-travels/): Jay Donnell became a traveller at 24. Embarking on a post-graduate jaunt through Western Europe at 26, he has now travelled through 55 countries in six continents, capturing many of his experiences on film and at justheletterj . Here in our travel blogger series, he tells us more - [Thank you to our donors](https://uclasigmapi.com/thank-you-to-our-donors/): These worthy alumni have achieved Tau Phi Delta, Shadowwood and Emerald Society Status with our National fraternity, and a new plaque will hang in their honor at Upsilon Manor. - [Career Night: Spring 2015](https://uclasigmapi.com/career-night-spring-2015/): Alumni Ed Kwak (television/basketball analyst), Chris Grimalda (entrepreneurship/coaching) and Gabe Grossman (engineering/management consulting) spoke to the Chapter at our annual Career Night in May. Sage Alex Serrano and 2nd Counselor Jonathan Rodriguez hosted the alumni. - [UCLA in Texas](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-in-texas/): 1980-90s alumni after the big win over the Longhorns: Sean Bloch, Adrian Edwards, Alfred Hernandez, Jon Yipp, Ajay Patel. - [1956 Initiation formal](https://uclasigmapi.com/1956-initiation-formal/): The brothers of Upsilon with their neophytes at their finest (courtesy of Charles Osterlund). Chapter Advisor William Curbirth is in the middle. - [Epic 1958 water fight with Phi Kapp](https://uclasigmapi.com/epic-1958-water-fight-with-phi-kapp/): The brothers of Upsilon, along with some wet Little Sisters, fire away at the Phi Kappa Sigma brothers, equipped a fire hose on the 4th level. Colliers magazine published this photo (courtesy of Charles Osterlund). - [Tom Miller's 75th Birthday](https://uclasigmapi.com/tom-millers-75th-birthday/): Past Sage and longtime Housing Board President Tom Miller celebrated his 75th anniversary. He kindly picked up the bill at Lawry's for his classmates Asm. Charles Bader (R-Pomona), Fred Jones and Thomas Dempsey, Esq. - [Brother Rhode appointed judge in Wisconsin](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-rhode-appointed-judge-in-wisconsin/): John Rhode is now a Langlade County circuit judge in northern Wisconsin. He joins James Ross (Adytum on High), Andrew Guilford and Franz Miller as Upsilon judges. - [Upsilon had 4th most donors in 2014](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-had-4th-most-donors-in-2014/): Upsilon alumni contributed the 4th highest amount of scholarship donations among the Sigma Pi chapters throughout the country, via our Joseph Marsalek Upsilon Chapter Educational Foundation. Other California and Pac-12 chapters are in the top 20, including Fullerton, Long Beach, - [Upsilon alumni earn honors for big donations](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-alumni-earn-honors-for-big-donations/): Ray Carlisle (Adytum on High) is Upsilon’s top donor in the Tau Phi Delta Society. Shadowwood Society donors include Past Sage David Finkel and William Meyer (Adytum on High). Emerald Society donors include Ltc. Robert Rule, Carl Moroney, Robert Webster and Joseph Marsalek (Adytu - [Upsilon scholarship winners](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-scholarship-winners/): Upsilon alumni funded awards to 9 brothers at Founders Day last year in 2014: Sasan Amini, Jason Carpenter and Malcolm Galligan, and pledges Teddy Ulin and Daniel Adelpour. - [Chance Goldberg’s wedding](https://uclasigmapi.com/chance-goldbergs-wedding/): Ben Kurtz, Esq. (attorney in Century City), Past Sage Martin Vigodnier (law school in Illinois), David Chang, Sam Cortina (Harvard Law Schoola and Sharkeez bartender!) and Evan Hou (back in California doing actuarial work after some time in Indianapolis) celebrate. - [Hermano Tonini visits from Chile](https://uclasigmapi.com/hermano-tonini-visits-from-chile/): Duilio Tonini-Lepori returned to Upsilon Manor on Founders Day for the first time in 60 years, since 1959 -- all the way from Chile in South America! He and Victor Valdez were friends in Santiago, Chile, and reunited in 1957 on campus and joined Sigma Pi. Duilio graciously hosted - [Chuck Osterlund and wife Connie](https://uclasigmapi.com/chuck-osterlund-and-wife-connie/): It all began at an Upsilon dance in 1956. The two married in 1960, and Chuck worked as a school teacher for many years before retiring in Huntington Beach. - [House dog Brutus](https://uclasigmapi.com/house-dog-brutus/): Chuck Osterlund with the Upsilon house dog Brutus in 1956. He was a great dane who weighted 180 lbs. and would say “hello” by leaping up and knocking down everyone he met. He was also known to walk the ladies across the bucolic campus to class, back when dogs didn’t need to worry - [UCLA legends Wooden, Walton and Kareem](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-legends-wooden-walton-and-kareem/): The 3 wise men of Bruin basketball! Only need to get Abdul-Jabbar’s signature now! - [1975 Re-Chartering of Upsilon Chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/1975-re-chartering-of-upsilon-chapter/): Past Grand Sage William Cutbirth of Upsilon holds the charter along with illustrious alumni and actives: Joe Henriksen (Grand 1st Counselor), Kurt Rothner (1st Counselor), Geoffrey Quinn (3rd Counselor), Richard Kruger, Thomas Miller, William Cutbirth (Grand Sage), Dan Lilley-BO - [World War II veteran Eugene (Dye) Mitchell](https://uclasigmapi.com/world-war-ii-veteran-eugene-dye-mitchell/): Brother Mitchell returned from combat in the Pacific Theatre to serve as Sage in 1948, and try to handle the rambunctious chapter. He passed to the Adytum on High last year at age 92, one of Upsilon’s last WWII veterans. - [Everett Rea: Upsilon's WWII veteran](https://uclasigmapi.com/everett-rea-upsilons-wwii-veteran/): Brother Rea served in Guadacanal and stateside in the U.S. Navy from 1942-1946. He is Upsilon’s last WWII veteran, and he lives with his daughter in New York. - [Thomas Straeter: Upsilon's 2nd oldest veteran](https://uclasigmapi.com/thomas-straeter-upsilons-2nd-oldest-veteran/): Brother Straeter was initiated in 1947 and later served in the Korean War. He lives in Rancho Mirage, where he is active in his church. - [2015 Scholarship winners](https://uclasigmapi.com/2015-scholarship-winners/): $4,000 in scholarships were presented to worthy actives: Roy Arguello, Ryan Hendler, Tully Devereux and Hilart Abrahamian (Perpetual Scholarships); Cameron Holl (William Meyer "Most Outstanding Brother" Award); Jason Carpenter (Julian D'Avanzo "Spirit of Sigma Pi" Award); Max Sak - [2014-15 Executive Council](https://uclasigmapi.com/2014-15-executive-council/): Thank you to Sage Malcolm Galligan’s E.C., which completed its term recently: Jonathan Rodriguez (1st Counselor), Roy Arguello (3rd Counselor), Sage Malcolm Galligan, Jason Carpenter (2nd Counselor), Alex Serrano (4th Counselor); Hilart Abrahamian (Herald). - [Sorority Super Bowl and philanthropy](https://uclasigmapi.com/sorority-super-bowl-and-philanthropy/): The brotherhood held their 2nd Sorority Super Bowl to raise money for the Ewings Sarcoma Research Foundation. The chapter also participated in Chi Omega's Tug-o-War, and Kappa Delta's Design-a-T-Shirt philanthropies. - [New Fall 2014 Initiates](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-fall-2014-initiates/): The brotherhood welcomed 24 new Initiates from the Fall pledge class, under the stewardship of new Sage Alex Serrano. The past year was an especially fruitful one for the Upsilon Chapter of Sigma Pi Fraternity. Brothers have been busy working to better themselves academically and - [Dixie at Upsilon](https://uclasigmapi.com/dixie-at-upsilon/): Jay Mercado at the 1970s-era "Dixie" party hosted by the gentlemen of Upsilon Manor, soon after our 1975 re-colonization. Mercado is now an artist is San Francisco. - [Capt. Short retires from U.S. Navy](https://uclasigmapi.com/capt-short-retires-from-us-navy/): Will Short lives in Honolulu after 30 "wonderful" years in the Navy. He retired in 2006 and now works as an information technology consultant in paradise. - [Randall Bass & Jay Donnell art show](https://uclasigmapi.com/randall-bass-jay-donnell-art-show/): Our brothers will show their photo illustrations on Sat., Dec. 20, in Newport Beach in the "Vagrant Fancies of an Undisciplined Mind" show. Time is 5-8 pm, at 3919 Westerly Pl., Suite 10, Newport CA, 92660 The places these collages represent are neither authentic nor impossible. - [Old Mens Club Holiday Party 2014](https://uclasigmapi.com/old-mens-club-holiday-party-2014/): The grand Upsilon gentlemen of the 1940s and 1950s gathered for the 70th year, hosted by Dick Peters, Nancy Goodlad and Bob "Santa Claus" Baker. The brothers were honored with Emerald Crosses, to commemorate the 60th anniversary of their Initiation into the Sigma Pi brotherhood. - [Adytum on High: Dorsey Brady, USMC](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dorsey-brady-usmc/): Brother Brady, a 1950s alumnus, passed to the Adytum on High in March. He grew up in Huntington Beach, served in the Marines, and worked around the globe in the hotel industry. - [Adytum on High: Lt. Eugene Roche](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-lt-eugene-roche/): Brother Roche, a 1950s alumnus who ran track for the Bruins, died on Nov. 16 in New Jersey at age 86. He served in the Navy during the Korean War, and worked for Johnson & Johnson for decades. He was a fan of Dixieland jazz, sailing and world travel. - [Brother Arakelian scholarship fund](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-arakelian-scholarship-fund/): Members of UCLA’s Sigma Pi fraternity and the family of 2010 alumnus Garni Arakelian gathered last month in a small ceremony to honor his life and legacy. As part of the ceremony, family members awarded a scholarship to a student who they said maintained optimism in the face of a - [Bruins thump U$C for 3rd time!](https://uclasigmapi.com/bruins-thump-uc-for-3rd-time/): David Finkel, David Zeicheck (thanks for the spatula), Paul Dinh and Kaveh Kamfar cheer on UCLA during its dismantling of Troy. Without cheating Pete and Reggie, USC is feeble! (Notice that Dean Cameron's name and number are retired in the UCLA Ring of Honor in the background). [ - [Carpaci ritornia a California di Sur](https://uclasigmapi.com/carpaci-ritornia-a-california-di-sur/): Dr. David DeFazio, an anesthesiologist in Dallas, visited paisani Danielo Romero and Jacopo Rosso at the Bruins tailgater, prior to our whooping of USC for the 3rd straight year! - [Brother Cooper in Utah](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-cooper-in-utah/): Doug Cooper (Y 1983) lives in Utah with his daughter Samantha, a Pi Beta Phi at Univ. of Utah - [Brother Jannuzzi is Alumni Guest Speaker](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-jannuzzi-is-alumni-guest-speaker/): Chris (Jimenez) Januzzi retired from the clothing company he started from the ground up, and espoused his wisdom about entrepreneurship and goal-setting to the active chapter on Nov. 17. He lives in Orange County and enjoys triathlons. - [Brother Capps is police diver](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-capps-is-police-diver/): Andy Capps has written manuals on underwater diving and investigation for law enforcement. He lives in South Carolina. - [Ducky Drake in L.A. Times](https://uclasigmapi.com/ducky-drake-in-la-times/): Upsilon alumnus Elvin "Ducky" Drake, a long-time Bruin track coach and trainer, gave many a rousing speech prior to UCLA victories over Cal back in the 1970-80s. The last time Drake's sentiments were uttered on the Westwood campus was 2009, when former Bruins lineman Ed Kezirian - [Brother Smurf on top of the world](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-smurf-on-top-of-the-world/): Dan Nguyen completed a 21-day trek through the Himalayas in Nepal, feasting on yak stew and dodging avalanches. His next stop is to visit Brother KT in India. [photosmash=] - [Brother Hess in Rome](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-hess-in-rome/): Russ Hess at the Colosseum on a trip through Europe. - [Brother Yu at UCLA Volunteer Day](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-yu-at-ucla-volunteer-day/): Steve Yu led a group of freshmen in a Bruin community service project, planting plants and painting buildings. Every year, UCLA recruits all the incoming freshman to do a day of service for the community, and they see leaders from alumni (like Sig Pi's) to lead the projects. - [Todd Jefferson bachelor party](https://uclasigmapi.com/todd-jefferson-bachelor-party/): Brothers Won Park, Scot Kawano, Steve Yu, Jeff Bara and Scott Good (that's 3 past Sages) help launch Todd into married life, with one last stop in Vegas. - [UCLA trounces Texas at Jerry World](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-trounces-texas-at-jerry-world/): An airlift of 25 Upsilon brothers descended on Dallas to watch Jerry Neuheisel lead a win for the ages, including Won Park, Steve Seiden, Stu Johnson, and Jason Won. - [Dynamic SF duo runs Giants 10K](https://uclasigmapi.com/dynamic-sf-duo-runs-giants-10k/): Nhien Le and Brian Gorman ran in the San Francisco Giants' 10K... when will they learn that they could have been sitting on their butts drinking beer. - [Adytum on High: Past Sage Larry Ballard](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-past-sage-larry-ballard/): Brother Ballard passed to the Adytum on High on Aug. 4. He was a model brother, husband, father and grandfather, and served as a City of Fullerton planning commissioner for many years. His son is Upsilon alumnus Jim Ballard, a stellar example of brotherhood from the late 1980s/ e - [Upsilon in Virginia](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-in-virginia/): Rich Marcus, Al Hernandez, Jay Ross and Brad Reichard fire up with some authentic McCoy Moonshine prior to the Bruins' win at Virginia. - [1950s alumni roadtrip for football](https://uclasigmapi.com/1950s-alumni-roadtrip-for-football/): Dean and Sheila Cameron, Bob and Pat Hillerman, and Bob and Barbie Eggert at the 2013 Nebraska game. They will hit the road again for the Bruins game at Virginia on Aug. 30! - [Father of the Year: Drew Mercado](https://uclasigmapi.com/father-of-the-year-drew-mercado/): Drew and his daughter have a ugly face contest, with Drew winning big! - [Upsilon at the Preakness](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-at-the-preakness/): [gallery] Sameh Ghattas, Tim Howell, Doug Neuman, Princeton Kim, and Pablo Rivas enjoy the weekend at the Preakness in Baltimore from the Turfside Terrace Infield. There was even a Tom Brady sighting one tent over. - [Brother Chung graduates med school](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-chung-graduates-med-school/): Michael Chung graduated from medical school at Univ. of Kentucky (with brother Past Sage Andrew Chung). He now matriculates to Duke University's Integrated Plastic Surgery residency program. - [Upsilon paced by Mercado homer](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-paced-by-mercado-homer/): Brother Drew hit a huge homer to centerfield, and Kevin Monte threw some sharp strikes on the mount. But Upsilon fell to the steroid-infused Fullerton, Irvine and USC teams at the Sigma Pi World Series on May 10 in Fullerton. - [Adytum on High: Kurt Kenworth](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-kurt-kenworth/): Brother Kenworth died on Nov. 26, 2013, at age 82. He earned degrees from UCLA and Harvard Business School, and during his younger years was a baritone who belonged to the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America. After retiring, he - [Career Night (Spring 2014)](https://uclasigmapi.com/career-night-spring-2014/): Jake Loughridge (real estate finance), Gabor Fabian (information technology) and Dan Nguyen (engineering) spoke at Upsilon’s Annual Career Night. They advised the chapter to dress in suits, plan their career path early while still in college, get their foot in the door early, alw - [Brother Maiten and Mickey Rooney](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-maiten-and-mickey-rooney/): Barry Maiten, classic LAPD car collector and reserve officer, met Mickey Rooney at the "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" 50th Anniversary event in Hollywood - Mickey Rooney. He led a motorcade of four of classic and restored LAPD police cars to bring all of the (fortunately still - [Brother DJ Brooks rocks Coachella](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-dj-brooks-rocks-coachella/): Josh Brooks heads to Coachella for the 15th year, site of many of his legendary DJ sets. It all began when his mom took him to Huey Lewis & the News at the Concord Pavillion decades ago. - [1956 goofball brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/1956-goofball-brothers/): The pride of Upsilon before a 1956 formal (photo courtesy of Richard Edic). Can anyone identify these gentlemen of chivalry? - [Dueling Banjos composer dies](https://uclasigmapi.com/dueling-banjos-composer-dies/): In 1955, Arthur Smith recorded “Feuding Banjos,” which featured the interplay of Smith’s tenor banjo with Don Reno’s 5-string banjo; the number became a popular bluegrass tune that was featured in the film “Deliverance” but giving no credit to Smith. The song has been the Upsilon - [Brother Hong's 40th in Vegas](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-hongs-40th-in-vegas/): Celebrity blogger Dr. Dennis Hong hits the dance floor in Las Vegas, just like parties with EJ the DJ at Upsilon Manor in the early 1990s. - [New bike racks at Upsilon Manor](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-bike-racks-at-upsilon-manor/): 2 Bruin blue racks are installed, so cyclist brothers have a safe and convenient place to lock their valuable bikes. Alumni donations make amenities like this possible. - [Adytum on High: Charles Ward](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-charles-ward/): Brother Ward, an OMC member, passed to the Adytum on High in January at the grand age of 86. He lived in Sunnyvale and was married to his wife Patty of 57 years. - [Coach Franko leads Bruins to Pac-12 Title](https://uclasigmapi.com/coach-franko-leads-bruins-to-pac-12-title/): Brother Rich Frank, who honed his skills on the Upsilon backyard court, traveled to Las Vegas with John Jenkins to watch the Mighty Bruins thump Arizona Mildcats for the conference title. He's predicting a Final Four appearance in the first year under the young Steve Alford. Fran - [UCLA varsity crew (1959)](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-varsity-crew-1959/): Upsilon actives David Lilly, Jan Humble and Fred Feldman proudly represented the brotherhood as rowers and coxswain. - [Oldest Upsilon alumnus passes to Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/oldest-upsilon-alumnus-passes-to-adytum-on-high/): Dr. Wallace Reed died on Mar. 7, 2014, at age 97 in Phoenix. Dr. Reed started the first free-standing ambulatory surgical centers in Arizona, and retired in 1989 after a 45-year career in anesthesiology. He was a member of the House Ways and Means Advisory Committee from 1975-76, - [Brother Sandretti’s wedding](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-sandrettis-wedding/): Matt Sandretti with his Upsilon brothers from the mid-2000s, including Past Sage David Lusby, Past Sage Drew Londerholm, Eric Troedsson, Robbie Mack, Jake Benz, Misha Silin and Jake Supowit. - [1961 brothers at Initiation Formal](https://uclasigmapi.com/1961-brothers-at-initiation-formal/): Dave Lilly donated this photo, which I will frame and hang in the Chapter Room. If you know who these brothers are, please contact Jay at (310) 979-9255 or Ross_Jay@Hotmail.com Top row: _______, Fred Feldman, ______, ______, Gary Stafford, Ron Mathis/Foland?, Mike Peterson, Chuck - [Brother Helmick in the saddle](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-helmick-in-the-saddle/): Mark Helmick rode in a big horse show in Scottsdale, Ariz., and is sad he missed Founders Day with his late 1970s brothers. In the 2013 show season, his team won several National Championships. - [Mid-Year Conference (Nashville)](https://uclasigmapi.com/mid-year-conference-nashville/): Alumnus Brad Reichard met up with Sage Malcolm Galligan and 2nd Councilor Jason Carpenter in Feb. 2012 at the Mid-Year Conference. Brad, who live in Washington DC, is helping National with marketing and branding. - [Brother Maiten & Rolls Royce Club](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-maiten-rolls-royce-club/): Barry Maiten helped open the Mulholland Bridge over the 405 with the Rolls Royce Club of Los Angeles. He drove his 1969 Silver Shadow near his home in Bel Air. - [Brother Cellar in the Holy Land](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-cellar-in-the-holy-land/): John Cellar and his wife Barbara traveled to Israel this past Fall. He is autiously optimistic about Bruin hoops this season: "We're back in the rankings!" - [Glowienke pities the fool...](https://uclasigmapi.com/glowienke-pities-the-fool/): ...who doesn't make merry during Christmas. Brother Paul and Mr. T spread good cheer. Watch out, Rocky Balboa! - [OMC Holiday Brunch](https://uclasigmapi.com/omc-holiday-brunch/): The OMC held its 68th annual Holiday Party on Dec. 8 in Newport Beach, hosted by Nancy Goodlad, President Dick Peters and Santa Claus Bob Baker. The most popular gift exchange item was scotch (4 bottles!). Photo is of Paul Finwall, Jay Ross and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Eggert. - [Brother Ross and Coach Wooden](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-ross-and-coach-wooden/): Jay with Coach Wooden in 1989, lucky to have met the coach while we were both at UCLA. - [Loughridge speaks at real estate panel](https://uclasigmapi.com/loughridge-speaks-at-real-estate-panel/): Jake Loughridge was on a real estate panel for BizNow recently in Los Angeles. As a VP at CapRock Partners, he said he has seen increased investment from institutional equity partners and bridge debt funds in the purchase and development of industrial warehouses and factories. He - [3 Upsilon alumni are big donors](https://uclasigmapi.com/3-upsilon-alumni-are-big-donors/): Ray Carlisle and Founders Award winner Bill Meyer (both Adytum on High), along with Past Sage David Finkel (alive and well in West L.A. and serving as Housing Board Treasurer), are among the Top 50 all-time donors to the Sigma Pi Educational Foundation. Carl Moroney (Los Angeles) - [Sigma Pi Fraternity Acquires New International Executive Office](https://uclasigmapi.com/sigma-pi-fraternity-acquires-new-international-executive-office/): Sigma Pi Fraternity International announces the official acquisition of the Mitchell House in Lebanon, Tenn., which will be used as the new home of its Executive Office. Formerly, Sigma Pi's Executive Office was located in Brentwood, Tenn. Built in 1910 as the home of Dr. David M - [Adytum on High: Dario Sanchez](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dario-sanchez/): Brother Sanchez passed to the Adytum on High in Jan. 2013 at age 89 in Redondo Beach. He served as a pilot for the U.S. Army in the last days of WWII and worked in aviation technology and early computers. He was a big Bruins fan until the end. - [New fireplace screen from Paul Glowienke](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-fireplace-screen-from-paul-glowienke/): Brother Glowienke donated a custom-made fireplace screen for the Chapter Room, our first screen in a decade. It has our letters welded prominently on top, and it is another beautiful improvement to the house. (His brother is the ironsmith, if you want one for your home). - [Alumni BBQ at the house - this Sat. (Oct. 19)](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-bbq-at-the-house-this-sat-oct-19/): Return to the house to watch us beat Stanford, and see all the great renovations - newly painted, hardwood floors, display cases with plaques, old photos re-framed. This Saturday! Chef Taek will grill Korean BBQ, starting at 12:00 pm noon, and we'll have plenty of drinks. Kickoff - [Upsilon goes to Capitol Hill and UMD](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-goes-to-capitol-hill-and-umd/): Upsilon brothers traveled from across the country to reconnect in Washington, D.C., spend a memorable day on Capitol Hill, and cheer on their UCLA Bruins against Maryland. Welcomed by the staffs of U.S. Representative Burgess Owens and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, the brothers toured the Capitol and visited the Speaker’s Balcony. Special thanks to Congressman Owens’ staff for making the tour possible. Then came game day, with UCLA delivering a 54–3 victory over Maryland and moving to 4–0. - [From Capitol Hill to a 54–3 Bruins Victory: Upsilon Brotherhood Goes the Distance](https://uclasigmapi.com/from-capitol-hill-to-a-54-3-bruins-victory-upsilon-brotherhood-goes-the-distance/): Upsilon brothers traveled from across the country to reconnect in Washington, D.C., spend a memorable day on Capitol Hill, and cheer on their UCLA against Maryland, where the Bruins routed the Terrapins 54 - 3. - [Larry Coval's new book is on sale... buy it now!](https://uclasigmapi.com/larry-covals-new-book-is-on-sale-buy-it-now/): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/misled-coval/1150876234?ean=9798994245606 Past Sage Larry Coval didn’t study leadership from the outside. He lived it for nearly four decades. He started at the bottom, worked his way up, and spent years leading large organizations, managing significant revenue, and being accountable for hundreds of people at a time. - [Adytum on High: Evan Snider (Y1964 )](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-evan-snider-y1964/): Brother Snider passed to the Adytum on High in Aug. 2026. - [Class of 2025](https://uclasigmapi.com/class-of-2025/): Congratulations to Upsilon's seniors of the Class of 2025! - [USC Banner Taunt](https://uclasigmapi.com/usc-banner-taunt/): Photo Galleries March 17, 2013 Buzzard and Craig Owens taunting a USC banner after a midnight raid on SC’s fraternity row. We were almost arrested but managed to hide in […] - [Surfers Stomp Party](https://uclasigmapi.com/surfers-stomp-party/): Photo Galleries March 17, 2013 Don “Buzzard” Buchanan and Rick “Craig” Owens warming up for a Surfers Stomp party. - [New Flooring and Painting](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-flooring-and-painting/): Photo Galleries October 13, 2013 Come by the house and see the Housing Board’s new investments – new hardwood floors and new beige paint on the interiors. They look great! […] - [1980s photos from Scott Tsugita](https://uclasigmapi.com/1980s-photos-from-scott-tsugita/): Photo Galleries April 26, 2015 Historic Upsilon photo gallery from 1980’s. - [Adytum on High: Dr James Randels, PhD (Y1958)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dr-james-randels-phd-y1958/): Brother Randels passed to the Adytum in Jan. 2025. After working at Space Technology Labs in Los Angeles, He completed a Ph.D in Mathematics in1965 at OSU where he later co-founded the Computer and Information Science Department. He retired from OSU in January, 1989 as an Associa - [Adytum on High: David Randel (Y 1955)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-david-randel-y-1955/): Brother Randel passed to the Adytum on High in 2023. He was cousins with Brother Robert Hillerman (Y 1956), and he lived in Orange County. - [Adytum on High: Robert Hillerman (Y 1957)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-robert-hillerman-y-1957/): Brother Hillerman passed to the Adytum on High in 2025 in Georgia at age 87. He was friends with Bob Eggert and Dean Cameron - [Brother Finkel receives Proclamation for 40 years of service](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-finkel-receives-proclamation-for-40-years-of-service/): The National office and Past Grand Sage Larry Rovira honored Past Sage David Finkel for five decades of dedication to the brotherhood. David led the 100th Anniversary fundraising campaign and has served as Treasurer of the Housing Board since 2000. - [Brother Dinh: Upsilon brotherhood testimonial to living out our creed “… in service to God and man…”](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-dinh-upsilon-brotherhood-testimonial-to-living-out-our-creed-in-service-to-god-and-man/): Paul Dinh is riding and raising donations for BikeMS for the ninth year, supported by Upsilon Sigma Pi brothers who have been among his most consistent and generous donors since 2012. - [Upsilon wins Sigma Pi Fraternity's Grand Chapter Award](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-wins-sigma-pi-fraternitys-grand-chapter-award/): This honor recognizes undergraduate chapters that achieve a high standard on the Fraternity's Chapter Report Card. Sigma Pi UCLA is among the fraternity’s top-performing chapters. - [Willard Altman (Y 1954): Adytum on High](https://uclasigmapi.com/willard-altman-y-1954-adytum-on-high/): Brother Altman lived in West Covina with his wife Patricia. He worked as a CPA since 1959 with expertise in non-profit management, and tetired as a partner with Ernst & Young in 1995. He was a strong supporter of the UAA with annual donations and financial advice. - [Mark Rosman (Y1975) visits Chapter on Nov. 10](https://uclasigmapi.com/mark-rosman-y1975-visits-chapter-on-nov-10/): Brother Rosman, who made the seminal 1980s horror film "The House on Sorority Row", spoke of the ups and downs of the entertainment industry (you're never on top for long), and how making connections is the main way to progress (don't waste your time sending resumes). Rosman also - [Adytum on High: Robert Seaman Y1960](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-robert-seaman-y1960/): Brother Seaman, a track star who was one of the first Americans to break the 4:00 mile, passed to the Adytum on High. He was a regular at Founders Day and dedicated to UCLA and the brotherhood. https://uclabruins.com/news/2023/9/13/track-field-ucla-athletics-hall-of-famer-robert- - [New books from Brother Austad](https://uclasigmapi.com/new-books-from-brother-austad/): Prof. Steven Austad published two books in 2022. - [Alumni Guest Speaker: Denver Quadros (Y2020)](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-guest-speaker-denver-quadros-y2020/): Brother Quadros spoke to the chapter on Jan. 30 about his journeys from afar to UCLA, the Upsilon alumni network, and starting a Star Wars club on campus. - [Adytum on High: Dean Cameron](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dean-cameron/): U.S. Army Brother Cameron passed to the Adytum on High in Dec. 2022 at age 94 in Fresno. He was a proud member of the Old Men's Club, and was stationed in West Germany during the 1950s. - [Adytum on High: Commander Robert Eggert](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-commander-robert-eggert/): U.S. Navy Brother Eggert passed to the Adytum on High in Jan. 2022. He served in the U.S. Navy, and worked for Rockwell, Disneyland and Southern California Gas. He lectured at Golden West College and volunteered in many community groups. https://obits.ocregister.com/us/obituaries - [Adytum on High: Dr. Mack Ott](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dr-mack-ott/): Brother Dr. Ott was a Ph.D. in international economics and author of two books. He traveled the world and advised emerging economies in the former Soviet Union, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Photo is in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia, with his wife Linda. - [Emerald Society: Daniel Romero Y1997](https://uclasigmapi.com/emerald-society-daniel-romero-y1997/): Thank you for a very generous donation! Brother Romero is our 14th member of the Emerald Society. - [Adytum on High: William Boaz (Y 1950)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-william-boaz-y-1950/): Brother Boaz passed to the Adytum on High in 2017 in Nevada. While at UCLA he met the love of his life Mary Ann Dudley. Bill and Mary Ann were married at St Augustine by the Sea Episcopal church in Santa Monica in 1949. In 1951 Bill was honorably discharged from the Air National - [Toughest Judge in Wisconsin -- Hon. John Rhode (Y 1992)](https://uclasigmapi.com/toughest-judge-in-wisconsin-hon-john-rhode-y-1992/): The Honorable John Rhode will remain the Langlade County Circuit Court judge for another six-year term, as he was re-elected Tuesday. Rhode was raised in Appleton and graduated from Appleton West High School in 1988. He attended college at UCLA, graduating with a bachelor of arts - [Adytum on High: Robert Fulkerson (Y 1942)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-robert-fulkerson-y-1942/): Brother Fulkerson passed to the Adytum on High in 2010. He attended Manual Arts High School, and in WWII served three years in the Army with a commission from Infantry in Ft Benning, Georgia. He was wounded at Okinawa, and awarded a Purple Heart. He graduated from UCLA with a B.A - [Alumni Guest Speaker: Gabor Fabian (Y 1995)](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-guest-speaker-gabor-fabian-y-1995/): Brother Fabian visited the chapter on Nov. 22 and regaled the brothers about his journey from on-campus work to a high-level I.T. Manager for a major healthcare provider. He is raising a hockey-playing legend of a son, who is on his way to becoming Moonshiner Chair in 2027. - [Alumni Guest Speaker: Trae Smith (Y 2018)](https://uclasigmapi.com/alumni-guest-speaker-trae-smith-y-2018/): Brother Smith regaled the active chapter about his UCLA football days, working in wealth management and real estate brokerage at Compass, and his long-term goal of founding a sports and entertainment agency and financial advisory firm. - [Executive Council (2020-2021)](https://uclasigmapi.com/executive-council-2020-2021/): Thank you to the outgoing Executive Council Officers, led by Sage Tom Wilson. The E.C. led the chapter during the difficult days of Covid: Tom Wilson, Sage Hussain Diwan, Ciaran O’Neill, 1st Councilor Alec Moutafov, 2nd Councilor. Jack Zhao, 3rd Councilor. Ivan Parcero, 4th Counc - [Fred Jones Memorial Service](https://uclasigmapi.com/fred-jones-memorial-service/): Jay Ross with Ron Jamison (traveled from Colorado) and Emmett Tompkins (taking a break from skiing) with Mrs. Joan Keyzers (Skip's widow) at Fred Jones' Memorial in Orange County on Nov. 5. - [Adytum on High: Joe Henriksen](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-joe-henriksen/): From Joe's daugher Susan: Well my dad is finally with my mom, the love of his life. He is now free from Alzheimer’s and having a martini with my mom, his sister and parents. We are so sad to lose him but so happy they are together again after 63 years of marriage. Love you Mom an - [Fred Feldman: Emerald Society](https://uclasigmapi.com/fred-feldman-emerald-society/): Thanks to another generous donation, Brother Feldman is honored in our donors Hall of Fame with his plaque in the foyer. - [Shadowood Donor: Princeton Kim, Esq.](https://uclasigmapi.com/shadowwood-donor-princeton-kim-esq/): Thank you to our generous brother Princeton Kim, who doubled his donation to the Joseph Marsalek Upsilon Chapter Education Foundation. He joins William Meyer, Matthew Sumrow and Past Sage David Finkel in the "Shadowood Society." - [Adytum on High: Judge Lloyd King](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-judge-lloyd-king/): Brother King, a prominent federal bankruptcy judge, passed to the Adytum on High in Oct. 2019 in Honolulu. He was appointed to the federal bench in 1975, and served as a Bankruptcy Judge in the Northern District of California from until 1992. He was Chief Bankruptcy Judge for the - [Emerald Society: Dr. Kent Shoji, Mark Helmick, Steven Schechter](https://uclasigmapi.com/emerald-society-dr-kent-shoji-mark-helmick-steven-schechter/): Thank you to our latest Emerald Society donors. We had to post a new plaque in the foyer, because we have so many donors! Dr. Shoji is a renowned Emergency Room surgeon in Los Angeles, and has mentored Upsilon students. Mark Helmick is a famed equestrian in Colorado who shows Ara - [Adytum on High: James Kerr Y1946](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-james-kerr-y1946/): Brother Kerr, Upsilon's oldest brother #298, passed to the Adytum on High on Mar. 28, 2019. He was Upsilon's last brother in the #200s. Kerr was a U.S. Navy veteran at the end of WWII and work as a utility engineer for decades in San Diego. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and - [Upsilon Centennial Campaign - Shadowwood Society](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-centennial-campaign-shadowwood-society/): Congratulations to our 2 newest members - Past Sage David Finkel and Housing Board President Matt Sumrow! - [Chef Ruben Zuniga (RIP)](https://uclasigmapi.com/chef-ruben-zuniga-rip/): Our beloved chef of 20 years died in July, after a full life of familia y amigos. Thank you to Past Sage Stu Johnson Esq., Abel "El Vez" Somilleda and Jason Kelly, Esq. for joining the family in its Celebration of His Vida! Ruben attended Founders Day in February 2020 with his da - [Adytum on High: Ben Rogers](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-ben-rogers/): Brother Rogers, who played center for the Bruins basketball teams in the 1950s, passed to the Adytum on High in Sept. 2019. He later taught and coached at Troy H.S. in Fullerton. Rogers was the Bruins’ top scorer, rebounder and free-throw shooter as a senior in 1958, and he playe - [Fred Jones (Adytum on High)](https://uclasigmapi.com/fred-jones-adytum-on-high/): Brother Jones passed to the Adytum on High on Jan. 5. He worked as an international banker and was retired in Orange County. He was friends with Thomas Kibler of San Marino and Kent Lewis of Santa Monica. - [UCLA Dance Marathon - Donate to the Actives Team!](https://uclasigmapi.com/ucla-dance-marathon-donate-to-the-actives-team/): Social chair Riley Johnson is captain of the Sigma Pi team which will dance for 24 hours straight to raise money for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. https://www.up4thefight.org/ucla2020/rileyjohnson UCLA has done this 10 years in a row, and the actives always part - [King of Upsilon](https://uclasigmapi.com/king-of-upsilon/): Brother Josh King regaled the chapter with stories about Room #5, working in real estate in Santa Monica, and starting a pet hotel in his adventurous life this side of the Atlantic. King was an exchange student from England who never expected to join a fraternity, and clever enou - [Parents Day - UCLA vs. ASU 2019](https://uclasigmapi.com/parents-day-ucla-vs-asu-2019/): A rip-roaring fun day of partying, brats, pink champagne and burgers with Upsilon brothers and their parents. Alumni Bill Kealey, David Finkel, David Zeicheck, and Rich Trout joined Sage Charlie's mom, 2nd Counselor Nick R.'s mom, and Social Chair Riley's dad in the party! - [2018-2019 Executive Council](https://uclasigmapi.com/2018-2019-executive-council/): Congratulations to the outgoing Executive Council for a fantastic year of service: Nicholas Cantrell, 3rd Counselor Derek Hight, Herald Shea Dennis, 4th Counselor Sage Charles Bickel Noah Crousore, Social Chair Nicholas Rackauckas, 2nd Counselor Riley Johnson, Social Chair Thomas - [Chris Cochran (Y1968) rides on in Sacramento](https://uclasigmapi.com/chris-cochran-y1968-rides-on-in-sacramento/): Mild-mannered government statistician by day. Rip-roaring motorcycle racer by weekend. Just try to keep up with him! - [Brother Crawshaw in India (1960s)](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-crawshaw-in-india-1960s/): Dr. Larry Crawshaw interrupted his graduate studies to serve in the Peace Corps in Nepal in the late 1960s. He was doused during the Holi festival during his "Endless Summer" trip, which included body-surfing in southern India. See the upcoming Summer edition of the Pioneer for t - [Adytum on High: Hon. Charles Bader (R-Pomona)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-hon-charles-bader-r-pomona/): Brother Bader, the only Upsilon brother to serve in the California State Assembly, passed to the Adytum on High on Aug. 28. He was a generous donor to the brotherhood and provided keen political insight. - [Career Night 2019](https://uclasigmapi.com/career-night-2019/): Beau Donahoe (real estate), David Finkel (finance), Gabe Grossman (consulting), Blake Nawracki (media/marketing) and Adam Treiger, Esq. (law) spoke at Career Night on May 20, 2019, our biggest and most successful Career Night ever! Mentoring our actives and helping them become su - [Dr. Chris Koutures and 2nd Counselor Nick Rackauckas](https://uclasigmapi.com/dr-chris-koutures-and-2nd-counselor-nick-rackauckas/): Dr. Chris, who was the team doctor for 2008 Olympic Volleyball in Beijing, was also the sports medicine doctor for 2nd Counselor Nick. Nick won the 1st Place Upsilon Perpetual Scholarship at Founders Day! - [Adytum on High: Past Sage William Foster](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-past-sage-william-foster/): Brother Foster passed to the Adytum on High in Dec. 2018 in Honolulu. He graduated with an engineering degree and worked for Alcoa and other construction design firms, including work on the World Trade Centers in New York. He was Commodore of the Waikiki Yacht Club in 2009. - [Garni Arakelian Award 2019 – winner Luca Abatemarco](https://uclasigmapi.com/garni-arakelian-award-2019-winner-luca-abatemarco/): Brother Abatemarco, newly elected as 1st Counselor, met Mr. Arakelian and Garni’s sister Astineh at the UCLA Scholarship Luncheon. The Arakelian family has funded scholarships to Upsilon for 5 years since Garni passed to the Adytum on High. - [Brothers Ross and Cellar at UCLA hoops game](https://uclasigmapi.com/brothers-ross-and-cellar-at-ucla-hoops-game/): Brother John Cellar journeyed from Northern California for the Bruins' games against ASU and Arizona. He is a retired computer scientist who learned the trade on UCLA's old UNIVAC computer in the 1950s, and watched UCLA games under Coach Wilbur Johns in the men's gym. Pauley Pavi - [Adytum on High: Dr. Wendland Beezhold](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-dr-wendland-beezhold/): Brother Beezhold, a physicist who retired as a multi-department Chair and Director of the Idaho Accelerator Center in 2017, passed to the Adytum on High in Gig Harbor, Wash., in 2018. He earned a Doctorate in Physics from the Univ. of Washington in 1969 and went on to a 30-year c - [Brothers Brooks and Reichard speak to chapter (Nov. 19, 2018)](https://uclasigmapi.com/brothers-brooks-and-reichard-speak-to-chapter-nov-19-2018/): DJ Josh Brooks, who works with LAMP (Los Angeles Music Project), a record label and show producer, and Brad Reichard, who works in Washington D.C. in government relations, lobbying and branding, regaled the chapter at Alumni Guest Speaker Night on Nov. 19. Both emphasized "consis - [Upsilon brothers attend World Series](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-brothers-attend-world-series/): Arturo Martinez, Larry Furst, Past Sage Jeff Bara, Past Sage Seth Bluman, Tim O'Hara and Past Sage Won Park rally up for Game #3 at Dodger Stadium - [Brother Henriksen's Valentine’s Day story](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-henriksens-valentines-day-story/): Some #BruinLove stories just have to be shared.... Submitted by Susan Henriksen Frantz '83: Joe Henriksen ‘51 and Arline Allison Henriksen ’52, met at a sorority social at UCLA in the late 40s. Arline was Alpha Delta Pi social chairman, and Joe was president of Sigma Pi. They mar - [Brother Doumakes remembered for generosity at St. Sophia's Church](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-doumakes-remembered-for-generosity-at-st-sophias-church/): Robert Doumakes, who passed to the Adytum on High in 2016, was known for his dedication to St. Sophia's Greek Orthodox Church in Los Angeles. He and his wife Edna are memorialized on this monument at the church. - [Rush Sigma Pi](https://uclasigmapi.com/rush-sigma-pi/): No words necessary... They speak for themselves. - [Brother Ravetti in Colorado](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-ravetti-in-colorado/): Retired fighter jet pilot Col. Louis Ravetti lives in Colorado after a career of combat and reconnaissance missions during the Berlin confrontration with the USSR in 1961 and the Vietnam War. He also was Chief of Financial Management and Comptroller for the Air Defense Command, a - [Brother Fong speaks at Career Night (2018)](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-fong-speaks-at-career-night-2018/): Evan Fong, an E.C. officer during the 1975 Re-Chartering, spoke of his career in movie promotion and publicity at NBC Universal on May 21. Fong returned to the fraternity house for the first time 40 years, and told of his travels to Abu Dhabi, event planning in Hollywood, and exp - [Upsilon makes semi-finals at SigPi World Series](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-makes-semi-finals-at-sigpi-world-series/): Pitcher Dan McKenzie led Upsilon to the semifinals of the 40th Sigma Pi World Series in West Covina, beating the Fullerton actives and Long Beach actives, before falling to the defending champion Long Beach alumni (under investigation for steroid use). Brothers K-Rod, Dave Canty, - [Presentation of Garni Arakelian Award to Andrew Ghaly](https://uclasigmapi.com/presentation-of-garni-arakelian-award-to-andrew-ghaly/): Garni’s sisters Astineh Arakelian (with newborn son Liam Garni Britten, named after her brother and our Sigma Pi brother) and Louisineh Arakelian and his fraternity brother Rojen Gharagedaghi presented the Garni Award to Andrew Ghaly at the 95th Founders Day on Feb. 10, 2018. - [Memorial for Adrian Edwards (Y1991)](https://uclasigmapi.com/memorial-for-adrian-edwards-y1991/): 35 brothers from Boston to Seattle celebrated the life of Brother Edwards on Feb. 9 at the University Catholic Center, which featured beautiful music and a Nigerian drummer, Francois Awe, who is a professor of musicology at UCLA. Alfred Hernandez eulogized Adrian as a compassiona - [Adytum on High: Alex Smith (Y2014)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-alex-smith-y2014/): Brother Smith passed to the Adytum on High this past year in his home country of England. He was an international exchange student in 2014, and quickly gained many friends among the brothers. He already graduated with a Masters degree, but took time to travel the world and host h - [Brother Helmick wins show horse competitions](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-helmick-wins-show-horse-competitions/): Past Sage Mark Helmick lives on his ranch in Colorado where he breeds Arabians. He and his wife have won national competitions in the Western Pleasure and Hunter Pleasure categories. Photo is of Garth the horse at the Canadian Nationals in Winnipeg in 2013. - [Brother Willis is Fire EMT in Hermosa](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-willis-is-fire-emt-in-hermosa/): Austin Willis has a new job in Hermosa Beach, manning an ambulance and saving lives - truly living the Creed in service of God and man. - [Alfred Hernandez weds in Houston](https://uclasigmapi.com/alfred-hernandez-weds-in-houston/): Brother Hernandez married the delightful former Miss Estella Sanchez on Dec. 8, with Upsilon brother Richard Marcus performing the ceremony and provided the blessing on their new life together. Andrew Dearborn (San Francisco), Alan Dearborn (Andrew’s brother from Cal Sigma Pi), D - [Adytum on High: Adrian Edwards (Y1992)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-adrian-edwards-y1992/): Brother Edwards passed to the Adytum on High in November in Houston at age 48. Adrian was beloved by brothers of the late 1980s and early 1990s for his positive attitude and infectious laughter. He was never angry, and always found the humor in every situation. He added tons of c - [Adytum on High: Everett Rea, U.S. Navy veteran](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-everett-rea-us-navy-veteran/): Brother Rea, Upsilon’s last WWII veteran, passed to the Adytum on High in November at age 94. He and his brother, Ralph Rea who lives in Orange County, have been committed to the fraternity for 60 years through financial donations and moral support for the younger brothers. Evere - [Brother Dean Yu is Alumni Guest Speaker](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-dean-yu-is-alumni-guest-speaker/): Steve Yu was recently promoted to CFO of the UCLA Law School, and he spoke to the active chapter in November about making the most of opportunities at a world-renowned school like UCLA. Asst. Dean Yu is the first minority on the executive management team at the school, a long way - [Brother Adm. Seely buried in Arlington National Cemetary](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-adm-seely-buried-in-arlington-national-cemetary/): Admiral James Seely, one of Upsilon's most decorative military veterans who flew combat missions in Vietnam, was interred at Arlington National Cemetery today (Nov. 6) with full honors and a Navy jet flyover. Upsilon alumnus Brad Reichard represented the brotherhood. He met Ted S - [Joe Marsalek lives on!](https://uclasigmapi.com/joe-marsalek-lives-on/): Jay Ross met his cousin’s friend Nick while at a wedding in Pittsburgh. Does this dapper gentleman remind you of Upsilon’s finest Chapter Advisor??? - [The World War II Dead of University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)](https://uclasigmapi.com/the-world-war-ii-dead-of-university-of-california-at-los-angeles-ucla/): More than 260 UCLA students, facility and alumni were killed in World War II; only Harvard University suffered more casualties. This includes four brothers of Upsilon who are listed below. "To all of the veterans of the Greatest Generation, I add my humble thanks to countless oth - [Upsilon Happy Hour - Aug. 19](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-happy-hour-aug-19/): A festive group of brothers gathered on Saturday night at Rocco’s Tavern in Westwood, owned by our own brother Josh Trifunovic. Attendees included two2 Past Sages (Spencer Van Ruiten, Mike Murrieta), Pablo Rivas back from his Ibiza trip, entertainment industry tycoons Ed Kwak and - [Brother Mack marries](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-mack-marries/): A plethora of brothers helped Robbie Mack celebrate his recent wedding: Evan Hou, Dave Wootton, Misha Silin, Matt Nazareth, Jonny Hunter, Frank Solis, Dylan Faerstein, Past Sage Dave Lusby, new husband Robbie Mack, Jordan Fisher, Thomas Woodard, Mitch Huynh, Jacob Benz, Daniel Kl - [Tom Dempsey in Kenya](https://uclasigmapi.com/tom-dempsey-in-kenya/): Brother Dempsey (Y1964) traveled to Kenya for the second time on a mission with his parish, St. Monica's Church in Santa Monica. The parish raises money and supports a school and church in the village. Dempsey is friends with John Gaydowski, Walt Maxwell and Dr. Rainer Beck, and - [Adytum on High: David Pulaski (Y1979)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-david-pulaski-y1979/): Brother Pulaski passed to the Adytum on High in June, after a vibrant lifetime of outdoor adventures, marketing genius, great Rose Bowl tailgaters, and sporting success. - [Old 1979 Sheepskin re-hung in the foyer](https://uclasigmapi.com/old-1979-sheepskin-re-hung-in-the-foyer/): Thank you to brothers who donated to re-frame and re-hang this 1979 Oregon State Sheepskin in the foyer. Come visit Upsilon Manor ... you can always go home again! - [Brother Fuchs heals in Peru](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-fuchs-heals-in-peru/): Dr. Lance Fuchs served God and man during a recent medical mission in South America. He graduated from Penn State Medical School after his days at Upsilon, and has been comforting the afflicted for more than 20 years. He lives in San Diego with his wonderful wife, Samee, and had - [Upsilon “Hall of Honor”](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-hall-of-honor/): Photos of our distinguished alumni are now posted in the Dungeon Library, to inspire the actives to follow the lives of alumni in truth and justic, academics, chivalry and service. Alumni photos include Richard Edic (U.S. Army), Ray DeCamp (U.S. Army, film director), Admiral Jame - [1991 Paintball war](https://uclasigmapi.com/1991-paintball-war/): A motley band of brothers in action: Art Ramos (U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security), Matt Malone, Tom Giffin, Steve Clarence, Past Sage Won Park, Past Sage Ti Le, Robin Wise, Jason Gray (best head hasher of all time), Ivan Quiroga, Past Sage Stu Johnson, Dean Steve Yu, Jay Ross. - [Brotherhood and leadership from behind](https://uclasigmapi.com/brotherhood-and-leadership-from-behind/): Art Ramos and Past Sage Stu Johnson display Sigma Pi pride on a 1991 road trip. - [Adytum on High: Admiral James Seely, U.S. Navy (retired)](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-admiral-james-seely-us-navy-retired/): Brother Seely, who flew in combat during the Vietnam War and commanded aircraft carriers during his 50-year for the Navy career, passed to the Adytum on High on Jun. 3. He married his college sweetheart, Gail, a UCLA sorority girl, and retired as an Admiral. He was honored with a - [Career Night 2017](https://uclasigmapi.com/career-night-2017/): Pledge grothers Adam Hunt, Esq. and Past Sage Jake Loughridge imparted their professional wisdom at the 11th Career Night in May. Hunts is an attorney (Northwestern Law grad) for Sony Pictures Entertainment in Culver City, and Loughridge invests in and develops commercial real es - [Upsilon real estate brothers](https://uclasigmapi.com/upsilon-real-estate-brothers/): Past Sage Jake Loughridge and Jay Ross at a UCLA Real Estate Alumni Group party at Richard Ziman’s house in Brentwood. Jake has worked in industrial and commercial real estate and lives in Orange County. He just started a new job in West L.A., so call him for lunch! - [Howell is "Emerald Society" Donor](https://uclasigmapi.com/howell-is-emerald-society-donor/): Thank you to Brother Tim Howell, who is the newest "Emerald Society" donor. His name is added in honor to the Upsilon foyer. - [Adytum on High: Robert Jones](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-robert-jones/): Brother Jones, a javelin thrower for UCLA track coach Elvin Drake in the 1950s and U.S. Army veteran, passed to the Adytum on Sept. 16, 2016. The gregarious Jones was friends with everyone he met, and a true Bruin until the end. He attended the 2016 UCLA-USC track meet and ran in - [Adytum on High: Capt. Gerald Peterson](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-capt-gerald-peterson/): Brother Peterson passed to the Adytum on High in 2016. He served in active duty in the Navy for five years on submarines, and 25 years in the reserves. - [Adytum on High: George Francis](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-george-francis/): Brother Francis, a global businessman who worked throughout the United States and in Indonesia and Australia, passed to the Adytum on High on Aug. 9, 2016. He retired from the petroleum industry and enjoyed his family and golfing. - [Adytum on High: Nicholas Zorotovich](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-nicholas-zorotovich/): Brother Zorotovich passed to the Adytum on High in Aug. 2016 in Oregon. He and his wife worked as teachers and counselors in Los Angeles for decades, fulfilling the Creed to promote scholarship. He regularly attended UCLA football games at Oregon and Oregon St. and defended Bruin - [Adytum on High: Sgt. Fred Leeming](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-sgt-fred-leeming/): Brother Leeming passed to the Adytum on High in Jul. 2016 at age 91. He was one of Upsilon’s last WWII veterans and worked for years in the steel industry in southern California. - [Adytum on High: Clement “Jake” Jacomini](https://uclasigmapi.com/adytum-on-high-clement-jake-jacomini/): Brother Jacomini passed to the Adytum on High in Jan. 2016. He was Upsilon’s oldest living brother at age 93 and last brother from the 1930s. He served as a paratrooper in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. - [Sgt. Andy Capps speaks at Upsilon Chapter](https://uclasigmapi.com/sgt-andy-capps-speaks-at-upsilon-chapter/): Brother Capps, who was on patrol for the Redlands Police Dept., regaled the chapter with the drama and tragedy of facing down the terrorists from the 2015 San Bernardino shooting. David Finkel, Art Martinez, Jeff Bara and Chapter Advisor Josh Trifunovic joined him. - [Brother Capps honored](https://uclasigmapi.com/brother-capps-honored/): Sgt. Andy Capps of the Redlands Police Dept. met President Obama, after he and his colleagues stopped and killed the terrorist attackers in San Bernardino last December. His fast action and diligent work on the spot helped to spare more lives. - [Donaldson returns from Peace Corps](https://uclasigmapi.com/donaldson-returns-from-peace-corps/): Brother Joey Donaldson came back home from two years of Botswana. 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