Details
Date: February 21
Time: 02:00 pm - 08:00 pm
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Venue
Ross-Ade Pavilion
John R Wooden Drive
West Lafayette, Indiana, US, 47906
The Norris Pig Dinner is a longstanding and meaningful tradition of the Lambda Iota Chapter of Phi Gamma Delta, bringing together Brothers and New Members for an evening rooted in fellowship, reflection, and fraternity values. In keeping with Lambda Iota tradition, this event is reserved exclusively for Brothers and New Members.
This year’s dinner will feature a keynote address by Mike Dilts, Class of 1981, who will share insight and perspective in honor of the chapter’s legacy and the bonds that unite us across generations.
Event Details
Date: February 21, 2026
Location:
Ross-Ade Pavilion
John R Wooden Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Cost: $80 per person
We look forward to gathering once again to celebrate tradition, strengthen connections, and reflect on the values that define Phi Gamma Delta and the Lambda Iota Chapter.
Timeline
2:00PM
Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting of the Alpha Graduate Chapter and the Lambda Iota Housing Corporation will be held at the Chapter House. This meeting provides an opportunity to review the past year, discuss chapter updates, and look ahead to future priorities.
4:00PM
Chapter House Tours & Meet the Brothers
Following the meeting, attendees are invited to tour the Chapter House and connect with undergraduate Brothers. This is a chance to see recent updates, share stories, and strengthen the bond between generations of Phi Gamma Delta.
5:00PM
Graduate Reception
Location: Buchanan Club (Ross-Ade Pavilion)
Join fellow alumni for a relaxed reception before dinner. Enjoy conversation, camaraderie, and the opportunity to reconnect with Brothers from across generations.
6:00PM
Norris Pig Dinner
Location: Buchanan Club (Ross-Ade Pavilion)
The evening culminates with the traditional Norris Pig Dinner, a cherished Lambda Iota tradition reserved for Brothers and New Members. Dinner will feature fellowship, reflection, and remarks honoring the chapter’s legacy.
Post-Dinner Gathering
After dinner, Brothers will return to the Purple Room at the Chapter House (640 N. Russell Street) to continue the evening, share memories, and celebrate fraternity life.
Parking
Parking will be available at both the Chapter House and Ross-Ade Stadium.
Brother Mike Dilts
A respected leader in the construction industry, Mike Dilts serves as Executive Chairman and CEO of Shiel Sexton, a full-service, employee-owned construction firm specializing in commercial office, residential, healthcare, and education projects. With nearly four decades at Shiel Sexton, Dilts has led initiatives in business development, project management, and operational strategy, ensuring the company’s continued growth and impact.
Dilts earned a Bachelor of Science in Construction Technology from Purdue University and a C.S.S. in Business Administration from Harvard University and has remained deeply involved in community and philanthropic efforts. He has served with organizations such as the United Way of Central Indiana, Providence Cristo Rey High School, Marian University, Indiana Sports Corp., and the Indianapolis Public Safety Foundation. His leadership has contributed to significant development projects that have shaped communities and institutions throughout Indiana.
Additionally, Dilts has provided critical support for some of central Indiana’s largest events, including the 2025 WNBA All-Star, 2024 NBA All-Star, 2024 USA Swimming Olympic Trials, and 2012 Super Bowl. Dilts is a 2021 Sagamore of the Wabash recipient and Purdue’s Boiler Business Exchange Hall of Fame honoree, among other notable distinctions.