Chapter Eternal: Sam McClure ’59
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sam McClure ’59 into Chapter Eternal. We want to extend our deepest sympathies to Sam’s family, friends, and loved ones. He will be deeply missed. Source Courtesy of WZDM.com Sammy Joe McClure, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on October 8, 2021, surrounded by […]
Throwback to the Good Ole Days
Who doesn’t love a good throwback photo? Well, we sure do have some throwbacks for you! Check out this photo Ryan Lee ’04 recently sent in of Phi Gamma Delta from back in the day. Here is what Ryan had to say about the photo. “2004 Intramural Basketball Champions after beating (destroying) Pikes at Mackey Arena. This picture is of a […]
Why Brothers Give, in their own words
When graduates give, they are making a statement about their commitment to Phi Gamma Delta and its impact. Everyone has their own WHY for becoming a donor. Here are some personal testimonials from these generous donors to inspire all of us to do our part. Thank you to these Brothers for their contributions and for sharing their […]
The Russell Street Review
FROM THE CABINET The current cabinet of The Lambda Iota Chapter at Purdue University is excited and proud to announce that despite the tribulations of COVID-19, we have continued to be an exemplary chapter and in good standing with Purdue University. The last year and a half has been a true struggle, constantly managing and […]
Graduate Brother Recognized by University with New Naming Honor
On June 11th, Purdue University trustees approved the naming of multiple building across campus, one of those being named in honor of Graduate Brother Morgan Burke (and his wife) who passed away last year. The Morgan and Kate Burke Southwest Entrance of Mackey Arena is named in honor of the former Purdue vice president and director of intercollegiate […]
Gerald Lyles ’64 Remembers His Favorite Hangouts and Memories
Thanks to Gerald Lyles ’64 for answering our survey! We asked him about his favorite place to go in West Lafayette, his favorite college tradition, and where life since Purdue has taken him. Here’s what he had to say: Where was your favorite place to go in West Lafayette, why was this place so special to you? Basketball games with […]
Graduate Brothers Share Their Favorite FIJI Memories
We love to hear about your favorite memories! These graduate brothers shared with us some of theirs, see what they had to say. What is the memory that makes you laugh hardest today? “Helping Dr. Crowder locate his car in Lafayette after a night on the town.” –Kenneth T. Milne, Jr., ’49 “Riding up the […]
Graduate Profile: Parker Wayland ’59
What was your favorite event, tradition, or activity to partake in during your college years? Why was it so important to you? Do you still engage with that event, tradition, or activity? The extracurricular activities in campus organizations became the center of making friends and staying in touch with what was happening in the university […]
Phi Gamma Delta in 1986
The year is 1986. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off plays in the movie theater for the first time, Doritos launches their Cool Ranch flavor, and the Lambda Iota Chapter makes it to their first final Grand Prix Race with Packy Hamilton’s dad behind the wheel! How awesome is that! Do you remember this day or happen to be […]
A Phi Gamma Delta Love Story
Plenty of us had romantic flings back at Purdue; some of us even discovered our other halves in part because of Phi Gamma Delta . Bob Schmidt ’52 and his lovely wife Nancy have just such a love story. We reached out to learn about their Phi Gamma Delta -fueled romance in celebration of Valentine’s Day. When and where […]