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Gamma Upsilon Chapter (Founded 24 February 1998) is located at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. The Chapter was founded by Kathryn Conrad and Amy Rice. Gamma Upsilon is a member of the Mid South Region.

Gamma Upsilon Chapter

Chapter History

Founding

Gamma Upsilon was founded on February 24, 1998 thanks to the hard work of Brothers Kathryn Conrad and Amy Rice. The charter class was made up of 124 brothers.

Early Years

Gamma Upsilon began as a strong chapter with many brothers and a lot of potential.

The Active Chapter

There are currently 11 Active Gamma Upsilon Brothers.

Past Chapter Presidents

Initiate Classes

Main Article: List of Gamma Upsilon Chapter Initiate Classes

Current Officers

Current Committee Chairs

Chapter Events & Activities

Founder's Weekend

Gamma Upsilon celebrates the Chapter's founding on the third weekend in February. The official date is February 24, 1998.

Gamma Up Giddy-Up

Gamma Up Giddy-Up was created in the Spring 2000 semester by Mike Landisman and is the annual event hosted by Gamma Upsilon. Recently moved to the fall, this event showcases what all the "Horse Capital of the World" has to offer. Tailgating and watching the races at Keeneland, bourbon distillery tours, and the annual Ted Daniels Poker Tournament are just a few of the things going on during Giddy Up. Not to mention it's a great time for brothers from all chapters to come together and have a good time.

The 2009 Gamma Up Giddy Up committee has revamped the event from top down, giving it a new flair. With new activities mixed with a few old favorites it should be a brilliant and exciting weekend.

Mascot

Gamma Upsilon's mascot is the platypus.

Notable Alumni

Originally of Alpha Rho Chapter, Ted moved to Lexington, Ky and was made an honorary alum of Gamma Upsilon. He wrote "Brother," one of the two official songs of Phi Sigma Pi.
Aaron graduated in Spring 2007 with a degree in Design. He is now a published artist and has a book called Jimmy Platypus and the Good Farmer.

Chapter Honors and Awards

National Awards

University Awards

  • 2001 University of Kentucky Partners for Excellence Award, Non-Social Fraternity.
  • 2003 University of Kentucky Student Development Council Partner for Excellence Award.
  • 2004 Arc of the Bluegrass 5K Top Organization Award

Chapter Awards

Other Awards

  • 2009 Facebook Gold Star Award from Jonah Goodman for adding to the Wiki.

Further Resources