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Alpha Chapter (Founded xx Month xxxx) is located at [http://www.school.edu School Name] in City, State. The chapter was founded by Chapter alumnus Name and is a member of the ____ Region.
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'''Tau Chapter''' (Founded 28 May [[1936]]) is located at [http://www.ecu.edu East Carolina University] in Greenville, North Carolina and is a member of the [[Mid Atlantic Region]]. The Chapter was founded when [[Epsilon Chapter]] Alumnus [[Beecher Flanagan|Dr. Beecher Flanagan]] (Ε 2, Τ 12) came to ECU to teach.  Tau Chapter is ''''one of the most historically successful chapters in the Fraternity'''.' -Epsilon Wiki
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<font size="3">'''Tau Chapter Spring 2022''' </font>
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== Chapter History ==
 
== Chapter History ==
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=== Founding ===
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=== History ===
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"The [[Tau Chapter]] of Phi Sigma Pi, national honorary education fraternity, has as its objective perpetuating the ideals of higher learning and promoting goodwill and fellowship among the men [and women] students on the campus of East Carolina...[University].
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Even though membership in the fraternity is not open to all men [or women] students on the campus, they may become eligible by maintaining a high scholastic average and fostering brotherhood with their associates on the campus...
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While a student is in college he [or she] derives greater benefits from campus life if there exists within him [or her] the conviction that he [or she] is among friends; that they stand ready to help him [or her] when the need arises. This holds true, too, after one is graduated from college. Phi Sigma Pi offers life membership to alumni, giving its members life-long association they would lose otherwise.
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It is the desire of the fraternity to encourage men [and women] students on the campus to become eligible for membership, as Phi Sigma Pi feels that it has something to offer."
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-Eugene Carson, Tau Chapter President 1941
  
 
=== Early Years ===
 
=== Early Years ===
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[[Image:Flanagan.gif|thumb|left|175px|Dr. Beecher Flanagan, Founder and Faculty Advisor of Tau Chapter]]
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[[Image:Todd.gif|thumb|right|175px|Dr. Richard C. Todd, Tau Faculty Advisor]]
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[[Tau Chapter]] originally began as [[Tau Sigma Sigma]], the first fraternal organization to be chartered at East Carolina University in 1935.  Tau Sigma Sigma was founded by [[Beecher Flanagan|Dr. Beecher Flanagan]] (Epsilon 2, Tau 12) and started as a social/service fraternity for male students.  The following year, the group decided to seek affiliation with Phi Sigma Pi under the direction of then President, Bruce Simmons, and Advisor, Dr. Flanagan.  The group became Tau Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi and it was mere coincidence that Tau Chapter kept part of its original name.  Tau Chapter was installed by [[Simon S. Shearer]] on [[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#The Founding Fathers|May 28, 1936]].  All but 3 of the original Tau Sigma Sigma Brothers became Tau Chapter Brothers, most of which were part of the installation of Tau Chapter.  Dr. Flanagan continued to serve as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for the next 14 years as well as serving the National Fraternity.  This included serving as the National Historian for 7 years during the WWII era.  Through his efforts, Tau Chapter was able to remain active during WWII.  [[Kappa Chapter|Kappa]] was the only other Chapter that remained active during the War.
  
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=== The Active Chapter ===
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In 1950, [[Dr. Richard C. Todd]] (Sigma 58, Tau 878) came to East Carolina University to teach in the Department of History after turning down the opportunity to serve as the president of High Point College. Dr. Flanagan invited Dr. Todd to a dinner meeting of the Chapter shortly thereafter which led to Dr. Todd assuming the role as Faculty Advisor, a position he held for the next 27 years. Dr. Todd helped lead Tau Chapter, as well as the National Fraternity, into greatness.  Along with [[Joseph Torchia]], Dr. Todd is credited with carrying Phi Sigma Pi through turbulent times.  The Fraternity would eventually shrink to just six active Chapters, with Tau Chapter being the oldest Chapter to remain continuously active. Tau Chapter remains the oldest Chapter to have never gone inactive.
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=== Past Chapter Presidents ===
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In 1975, East Carolina University notified Tau Chapter that it was in violation of Title IX.  As a professional organization, Tau Chapter would have to either admit eligible females or cease to exist.  Two years later, a Constitutional amendment by Tau Chapter allowed the admittance of eligible women into Phi Sigma Pi.  [[Clauda Pennock Todd]], wife of Dr. Todd, was inducted into Tau Chapter on December 3, 1977 as the first female honorary Brother to be inducted after the passing of Title IX.  Nicknamed “Sweetheart,” Clauda Pennock Todd became an integral part of her husband’s service to the Fraternity.  Tau Chapter took the lead among the remaining active Chapters in making the coed transition.
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[[Image:Tau1936.jpg|thumb|left|350px|Tau Chapter in 1936]]
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[[Image:Tau1967.JPG|thumb|left|350px|Tau Chapter in 1967]]
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[[Image:Tau1947.JPG|thumb|center|400px|Tau Chapter in 1947]]
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[[Image:tau1978.jpg|thumb|center|400px|Tau Chapter in 1978]]
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[[Image:Tau1950.JPG|thumb|right|300px|Tau Chapter in 1950]]
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[[Image:tau1981.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Tau Chapter in 1981]]
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In 1977, Dr. Richard C. Todd retired from East Carolina University.  Along with then President Randy Doub, he recruited [[Dr. Jack W. Thornton]] as the new Advisor for the Chapter.  Dr. Thornton originally came to ECU in 1965 to teach in the Department of Business.  He continued the service exemplified by both Dr. Todd and Dr. Flanagan to both Tau Chapter as well as the National Fraternity.  It was during this time the pledge process went through several changes to instill more values, bolster involvement, and to add a higher level of seriousness.  From here, many of the current traditions of Tau Chapter were born.
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Following Dr. Thornton’s term on the National Council, the Fraternity shifted from generally having Advisors leading the Fraternity to active Alumni taking charge.  Dr. Thornton served as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for 21 years.  Although Dr. Todd retired in 1977, he continued to be active with Tau Chapter until his death in 1993.  It wasn’t until Dr. Todd retired that he finally signed [[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1976-1977 Academic Year|Tau’s Rollbook]] as the last signature in the first book.  He was considered a part of the Chapter without having signed the book, however, the Brothers wanted to make it official once Dr. Todd retired.  Dr. Thornton and the Brothers knew it was impossible to ever replace Dr. Todd for everything he has done for both Tau Chapter and the National Fraternity.
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[[Image:Jack_thornton.jpg|thumb|left|175px|Dr. Jack W. Thornton Jr., Tau Faculty Advisor]]
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[[Image:Dave_Batts.jpg|thumb|right|175px|Dr. David L. Batts, Tau Faculty Advisor]]
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In 1998, Dr. Jack Thornton retired from East Carolina University and the duties of Advisor were passed to [[David Batts|Dr. David L. Batts]] from the Department of Technology Systems.  Thanks to Dr. Batts’ efforts while on the National Council, the Fraternity saw its first [[Alumni Convention]] in 2005.  Dr. Batts continues to follow in the footsteps of Drs. Flanagan, Todd, and Thornton and has served as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for over 10 years.
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Several Tau Brothers have served the National level as part of the [[National Council]] or [[National Staff]].  Brothers [[Beecher Flanagan]], [[Richard C. Todd]], [[Jack W. Thornton]], [[Paul Allen III]], [[Robert Zalimeni]], [[Michael L. Hosey]], [[Linda Wilson]], [[Mark Pabst]], [[Robert A. Landry]], [[James O. Tisdale III]], [[Hope C. Harrell]], [[Lindsay Fernandez]], [[David Batts]], [[Jonathan Wood]], [[Benjamin Brown]], and [[Brittany Bodart]] have served on the National Council.  Of the previously named Brothers, 5 have served as [[National President]] with Dr. Thornton serving two, non-consecutive terms.  Many of the previous Brothers have also received a [[Distinguished Service Key]], the highest honor that can be bestowed on an individual Brother.  Brothers [[Ronald Eggers]] and [[Kenneth Wright]] served as the [[Student Representative]] on the National Council while Brothers [[Serena Warren]] and [[Christopher A. Crout]] served on the National Staff as [[Region Consultant|Region Consultants]].  Brothers [[Braxton Hall]], [[William Beckner III]], and [[Thomas Barwick]] also served at the National level as the official [[Parliamentarian]] to the 1973, 1974, and 1975 [[Grand Chapter Conference]], respectively, upon invitation by National President [[Vaughn E. Rhodes]].  Many Brothers and Alumni chaired various committees held during the Grand Chapter Conferences.
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In 1991, [[Richard C. Todd]] and [[Sweetheart]] established the [[Richard Cecil Todd & Clauda Pennock Todd Tripod Scholarship]].  [[David Batts]] was the inaugural recipient of the award in 1993.  Since that time, Brothers [[Amanda Hines]], [[Nicole Gray]], and [[Brittany Bodart]] have won this prestigious award. 
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Tau Chapter established an impressive commitment to the Tripod during Dr. Todd's years of guidance and continues to this day. Tau Chapter also remains one of the most outstanding Chapters in the nation, as evidenced by its receiving the [[Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award]], the most prestigious award a Collegiate Chapter can receive, a total of 34 times since the award was given annually starting in 1966. Tau Chapter also received the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award for 21 consecutive years. The record for the longest consecutive streak and most Torchias received belongs to Tau Chapter with no other Chapter coming close.
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[[Image:TauMeadowsletter.jpg|thumb|left|350px|Dr. Meadows, 1934-1944 President of ECTC endorses Phi Sigma Pi]]
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[[Image:Tautorchianewsletter.jpg|thumb|center|350px|1972 Tau delegation presents their new Torchia]]
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[[Image:flagpole1.jpg|thumb|center|350px|Brothers gather around the Flagpole after Dr. Todd's passing in 1993]]
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== The Active Chapter ==
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The current chapter is a gender-inclusive national honor fraternity at East Carolina University. Undergraduates with a 3.2 GPA, 30 semester hours, and 2 semesters until they graduate or undergraduates with a 3.5 GPA, 15 semester hours, and 2 semesters until they graduate are invited to join the Fraternity each semester. These students or "Initiates" must complete an Initiation Program which lasts on average six to eight weeks. The Chapter currently holds just over 33 active members who are referred to as Brothers whether male or female.
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Tau Chapter closely adheres to the Fraternity's principles of Scholarship, Leadership, & Fellowship in all events which are planned. Tau Chapter also focuses closely on service activities and works with organizations such as: Boys and Girls Club, Greenville Fire Department and Relay for Life.
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=== Current Officers and Chairs ===
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[[Image:TauChapterSpring2016.jpg||thumb|right|500px|<center><p>
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<font size="3">'''Tau Chapter Spring 2016''' </font>
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2022-2023 Executive Council
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* President - [[Ben Brammer]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Vice President - [[Lizzie Ackerman]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2019-2020 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* Secretary - [[Nicole Ewing]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Treasurer - [[Lindan Wierse]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2018-2019 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* Initiate Advisor - [[Talisha Mills]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Historian - [[Aidan Charles]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega |&#915;&#937;]])
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* Parliamentarian - [[Cameron Grey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Faculty Advisor - [[Dr. David Batts]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1991-1992 Academic Year: Alpha Lambda-Mu|&#913;&#924;]])
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Fall 2023 Committee Chairs
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* Alumni Correspondence - [[Cameron Grey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* ICR - [[Lovens Paul]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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* Fundraising - [[Talisha Mills]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Rush/PR - [[Andrea Knight]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Scholarship - [[Nini Vargas]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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* Service - [[Aidan Charles]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Social - [[Lizzie Ackerman]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2019-2020 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - [[Labdhi Shah]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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Fall 2023 Non-Executive Officers
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* Brother at Large - [[Aden Spivey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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* Brother at Large - [[Elise Seawell]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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* Regional Delegate - [[Cameron Grey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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* Webmaster -  [[Aidan Charles]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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=== Tau Chapter Officers and Chairs ===
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''Main Article: [[List of Tau Chapter Officers]]''
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''Main Article: [[List of Tau Chapter Chairs and Non-Executive Officers]]''
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=== Current Brotherhood ===
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[[Image:Thankyoupspbrick.jpg|thumb|right|500px|<center><p>
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<font size="3">'''Phi Sigma Pi Brick, Cupula''' </font>
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Spring 2023  Active Brothers by Roll
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* [[Catherine Lynn]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#934;]])
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* [[Aaron Piper]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[Deja Demeritt]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[James Vassallo]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[Lindan Wierse]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[Lizzie Ackerman]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[Sarah Ragsdale]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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* [[Wayne Cox]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2020-2021 Academic Year: Gamma Phi-Chi|&#915;&#935;]])
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*[[Lizzie Phipps]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#936;]])
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*[[Trip Brooks]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#936;]])
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*[[Aidan Charles]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Andrea Knight]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Awesome Akinbanjo]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Ben Brammer]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Cameron Grey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Daniel Franklin]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Darrell Roberts]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Emily Scahill]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Gabby Estrellado]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Kaleigh Adams]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Kate Buchheit]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Melody Smith]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Nicole Ewing]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Talisha Mills]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Taylor Anne Walters]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2021-2022 Academic Year: Gamma Psi-Omega|&#915;&#937;]])
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*[[Aden Spivey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Billy Gordon]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Elise Seawell]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Jamie Day]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Lovens Paul]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Stephanie Lizardo]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#913;]])
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*[[Aida Khalifa]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Angela Lamb]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Anslie Russell]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Haley Ray]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Henry Roy]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Holden Settles]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Jehlani Wilkins]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Jenna Waddell]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Johnathan McCaulley]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Juliana Mason]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Labdhi Shah]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Madison Howlett]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Malicha Frazier-Bibb]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Nick Johnson]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Shane Wilson]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Stephannie Alvarado]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Susan Yang]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Alpha-Beta|&#916;&#914;]])
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*[[Hakeem Frazier]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Gamma-Delta|&#916;&#915;]])
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*[[Daijha Blount]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Gamma-Delta|&#916;&#915;]])
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*[[Masara Al Obaibi]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Gamma-Delta|&#916;&#915;]])
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*[[Marissa Toledo]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Gamma-Delta|&#916;&#915;]])
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*[[Jasmine Johnson]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2022-2023 Academic Year: Delta Gamma-Delta|&#916;&#915;]])
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=== Tau Chapter Roll Books ===
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''Main Article: [[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book]]'' (1936-1977)
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''Main Article: [[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book]]'' (1977-2014)
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''Main Article: [[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book]]'' (2014-Present)
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=== Family Trees ===
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''Main Article: [[List of Tau Chapter Family Trees]]''
  
 
== Chapter Events & Activities ==
 
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== Notable Alumni ==
 
== Notable Alumni ==
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* [[Wesley Bankston]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#The Founding Fathers|T 1]])
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: [[List of Past Tau Chapter Officers#1936-1950 Academic Years|Tau Chapter's First President]] (1936-1937)
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* [[Beecher Flanagan|Dr. Beecher Flanagan]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#The Founding Fathers|T 12]])
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: [[Tau Sigma Sigma|Tau Chapter Founder]] (1936)
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: [[Tau Chapter Advisor|Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor]] (1936-1950)
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: [[National President]] (1946-1948)
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: [[Senior Vice President|National Vice President]] (1948-1950)
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: [[National Historian]] (1939-1946)
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* [[Leon Meadows|Dr. Leon Meadows]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1936-1937 Academic Year|T 19]])
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: President of East Carolina University (1934-1944)
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* [[Clyde A. Erwin|Dr. Clyde A. Erwin]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1936-1937 Academic Year|T 28]])
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: North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction (1934-1952)
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* [[Robert B. Morgan]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1942-1943 Academic Year|T 100]])
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: North Carolina Attorney General (1969-1974)
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: United States Senator (1975-1981)
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* [[Harold McDougle]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1942-1943 Academic Year|T 117]])
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: Author of the ECU Alma Mater, ''Hail to Thy Name So Fair'' (1941)
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* [[Paul Allen III]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1966-1967 Academic Year|T 596]])
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: [[Vice President of Alumni Development|National Alumni Representative]] (1974-1976)
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* [[Kenneth R. Wright]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1969-1970 Academic Year|T 659]])
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: Grand Chapter Student Representative (1970-1971)
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* [[Ronald Eggers|Ronald E. Eggers]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1969-1970 Academic Year|T 666]])
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: Grand Chapter Student Representative (1971-1972)
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* [[Dr. Jack W. Thornton]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1976-1977 Academic Year|T 862]])
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: [[Tau Chapter Advisor|Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor]] (1977-1998)
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: [[National President]] (1980-1982, 1986-1988)
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: [[Senior Vice President | National Vice President]] (1978-1980)
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: [[National Historian]] (1977-1978)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (2008)
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* [[Richard Cecil Todd|Dr. Richard Cecil Todd]] ([[Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book#1976-1977 Academic Year|T 878]])
 +
: [[Tau Chapter Advisor|Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor]] (1950-1977)
 +
: [[National President]] (1957-1959)
 +
: [[Senior Vice President|National Vice President]] (1964-1966, 1968-1974)
 +
: [[National Historian]] (1962-1964)
 +
: [[Vice President of Alumni Development|National Alumni Representative]] (1976-1982)
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: [[Vice President of Chapter Development|National Counselor]] (1955-1957, 1959-1961, 1966-1968, 1974-1976)
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: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1969)
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* [[Clauda Pennock Todd]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1977-1978 Academic Year|T 879]])
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: Wife of Dr. Todd aka 'Sweetheart'
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: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1997)
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* [[Robert Zalimeni]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1980-1981 Academic Year|T 946]])
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: [[Senior Vice President | National Vice President]] (1982-1983)
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* [[Michael L. Hosey]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1980-1981 Academic Year|T 948]])
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: [[Vice President of Alumni Development|National Alumni Representative]] (1982-1989)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1992)
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* [[Linda L. Wilson]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1982-1983 Academic Year|T 1000]])
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: [[List of Past Tau Chapter Officers#1972-1991 Academic Years|Tau Chapter's First Female President]] (1985-1986)
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: [[National Historian]] (1984-1988)
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* [[Phillip Bogle|Dr. Phillip Bogle]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1983-1984 Academic Year|T 1023]])
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: [[Outstanding Chapter Advisor|Thornton Chapter Advisor Award]]-[[Alpha Phi Chapter]] (2003)
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* [[Robert A. Landry]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1986-1987 Academic Year: Alpha Alpha-Beta|T 1102]])
 +
: [[Regional Director]] (1988-1990)
 +
: [[Senior Vice President | National Vice President]] (1990-1993)
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: [[Eastern North Carolina Alumni Chapter|Eastern North Carolina Alumni Chapter Founder]] (1994, 2012)
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: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1996)
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* [[Dr. Mark D. Pabst]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1986-1987 Academic Year: Alpha Alpha-Beta|T 1108]])
 +
: [[National President]] (1996-1998)
 +
: [[Senior Vice President | National Vice President]] (1993-1996)
 +
: [[Vice President of Membership Development]] (1990-1993)
 +
: [[Vice President of Alumni Development|National Alumni Representative]] (1989-1990)
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director]] (2012-Present)
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: [[Alpha Kappa Chapter|Alpha Kappa Chapter Founder]] (1990)
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: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1994)
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* [[Count Lamielle]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1986-1987 Academic Year: Alpha Alpha-Beta|T 1113]])
 +
: Continuously active for over 25 years
 +
* [[Hope Turnbull|Hope Turnbull, CPA]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1988-1989 Academic Year: Alpha Epsilon-Zeta|T 1156]])
 +
: [[Vice President of Finance]] (1996-2000)
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: [[Vice President of Alumni Development]] (1994-1996)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1998)
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* [[Mary Kathryn Thornton]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1988-1989 Academic Year: Alpha Epsilon-Zeta|T 1160]])
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: Wife of Dr. Thornton
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* [[James O. Tisdale III]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1989-1990 Academic Year: Alpha Eta-Theta|T 1179]])
 +
: [[National President]] (1998-2000)
 +
: [[Senior Vice President | National Vice President]] (1996-1998)
 +
: [[Vice President of Membership Development]] (1995-1996)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1994)
 +
* [[Lindsay Fernandez]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1991-1992 Academic Year: Alpha Lambda-Mu|T 1225]])
 +
: [[Vice President of Chapter Development]] (1994-1996)
 +
* [[Amanda Hines]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1991-1992 Academic Year: Alpha Lambda-Mu|T 1235]])
 +
: [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]] (1994)
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* [[David Batts|Dr. David L. Batts]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1991-1992 Academic Year: Alpha Lambda-Mu|T 1242]])
 +
: [[Tau Chapter Advisor|Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor]] (1997-Present)
 +
: [[Vice President of Membership Development]] (1996-1998)
 +
: [[Vice President of Alumni Development]] (2003-2004)
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director of Finance]] (2009-2011)
 +
: [[Delta Epsilon Chapter|Delta Epsilon Chapter Founder]] (1999)
 +
: [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]] (Inaugural Recipient in 1993)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (2000)
 +
: [[List of Tau Chapter Awards from the University and Community#Student Organization Awards|East Carolina University Outstanding Faculty Advisor]] (2006)
 +
: Professional Fraternity Association Faculty Award of Excellence (2007)
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: [[Outstanding Chapter Advisor|Thornton Chapter Advisor Award]] (2008, 2016)
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* [[Jonathan Wood]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1994-1995 Academic Year: Alpha Rho-Sigma|T 1339]])
 +
: [[Vice President of Membership Development]] (1998-2000)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (2001)
 +
* [[Nicole Gray]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1995-1996 Academic Year: Alpha Tau-Upsilon|T 1360]])
 +
: [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]] (1997)
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* [[Benjamin Brown]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#1999-2000 Academic Year: Beta Gamma-Delta|T 1452]])
 +
: [[Senior Vice President]] (2002-2004)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (2001)
 +
* [[Brittany Bodart|Brittany A. Bodart]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2001-2002 Academic Year: Beta Eta-Theta|T 1513]])
 +
: [[National Secretary]] (2004-2006)
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director]] (2008-2009, 2012)
 +
: [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]] (2004)
 +
* [[Serena Warren]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2002-2003 Academic Year: Beta Iota-Kappa|T 1540]])
 +
: [[Region Consultant]] (2005-2006)
 +
* [[Christopher A. Crout]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2008-2009 Academic Year: Beta Phi-Chi|T 1685]])
 +
: [[Region Consultant]] (2011-2012)
 +
: [[Vice President of Development]] (2021-2023)
 +
* [[Ellie Crout]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2010-2011 Academic Year: Gamma Alpha-Beta|T 1726]])
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Treasurer]] (2016-2018)
  
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: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation President]] (2018-Present)
 +
* [[Margaret LeGrand]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2011-2012 Academic Year: Gamma Gamma-Delta|T 1784]])
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director]] (2021-2023)
 +
: [[Alumni Tripod Award for Excellence in Fellowship]] (2021)
 +
* [[Stella Maher]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2012-2013 Academic Year: Gamma Epsilon-Zeta|T 1817]])
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation President]] (2012-2014)
 +
* [[Jeremy Reed]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2012-2013 Academic Year: Gamma Epsilon-Zeta|T 1839]])
 +
: [[Greater Monongahela Alumni Chapter|Greater Monongahela Alumni Chapter Founder]] (2011)
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Secretary]] (2013-2014)
 +
* [[Jeffrey L. Johnson]] ([[Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book#2013-2014 Academic Year: Gamma Eta-Theta|T 1868]])
 +
: [[Regional Director]] (1987-1988)
 +
: [[National Counselor]] (1988-1990)
 +
: [[National President]] (1990-1996)
 +
: [[Phi Sigma Pi Foundation|Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director of Finance]] (2008-2009)
 +
: [[Alpha Gamma Chapter|Alpha Gamma Chapter Founder]] (1988)
 +
: [[Distinguished Service Key]] (1991)
 +
* [[Leo Jenkins|Dr. Leo W. Jenkins]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2014-2015 Academic Year: Gamma Iota-Kappa|T 1869]])
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: President/Chancellor of East Carolina University (1960-1978)
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* [[Andrew Wipperman]] ([[Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book#2015-2016 Academic Year: Gamma Lambda-Mu|T 1912]])
 +
: [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]] (2018)
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|}
  
 
== Chapter Honors and Awards ==
 
== Chapter Honors and Awards ==
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=== National Awards ===
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=== National Awards ===  
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[[Image:11trophy.JPG|thumb|500px|right|<center>
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<font size="3">'''Tau Chapter's Awards 2011, 75th Anniversary''' </font>
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* [[Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award]]
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: 1965-66, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2019, 2023
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* [[Top Ten Chapter Award]]/[[Top in Region Award]] ([[Mid Atlantic Region]])
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: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2015, 2016
 +
 
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* [[Steven A. DiGuiseppe Administrative Award]]
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: 1993, 2003, 2005, 2016
 +
 
 +
* [[C.H. McClure Single Service Award]]
 +
: 1992, 1994, 1997
 +
 
 +
* [[Charles W. Chance Alumni Award]]
 +
: 1992, 2003, 2016, 2018, 2019
 +
 
 +
* [[Most Spirited Chapter]]
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: 2000
 +
 
 +
* [[Outstanding Fundraiser]]
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: 2008, 2010
 +
 
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* [[Outstanding PR and Community Relations Award]]
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: 2009
 +
 
 +
* [[Jack W. Thornton Outstanding Chapter Advisor Award]]
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: [[Phillip Bogle|Dr. Phillip Bogle]] ([[Alpha Phi Chapter]]) 2003
 +
: [[Dr. David Batts]] 2008, 2016
 +
 
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=== University and Community Awards ===
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''Main Article: [[List of Tau Chapter Awards from the University and Community]]''
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=== Chapter Awards ===
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''Main Article: [[List of Local Tau Chapter Awards]]''
  
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=== Dedications ===
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''Main Article: [[List of Tau Chapter Dedications]]''
  
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=== University Awards ===
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=In the News=
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* year AwardName
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* [http://www2.wnct.com/nct/news/local/article/phi_sigma_pi_holds_easter_event_at_ecu/127055/ Phi Sigma Pi holds Easter event at ECU]
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* None to date
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* [http://www2.wnct.com/news/2010/feb/28/donuts_for_diabetes_krispy_kreme_challenge_held_in-ar-19910/ Donuts for Diabetes: Krispy Kreme Challenge held in Greenville]
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* [http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/news/clips/upload/022410.pdf Kolasa: Doughnuts for diabetes, Fundraiser set for Saturday] (pg 6)
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* [http://www.reflector.com/news/day-running-for-doughnuts-with-rain-sprinkles-462221.html Running for doughnuts with (rain) sprinkles]
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* [http://www2.wnct.com/news/2008/feb/11/-nct_2008_02_11_0100-ar-59330/ "Enemies" World Premiere Introduces Theater Noir To Eastern Carolina]
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* [http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/news/clips/upload/072307.pdf Professor Earns National Award] (pg 2-3)
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* [http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/news/clips/upload/082508.pdf Professor Wins Award for Advising Students] (pg 3)
  
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=== Other Awards ===
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''Collection: [[Newspaper Clippings from 1968-1974]]''
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* year AwardName
 
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* None to date
 
  
 
= Further Resources =
 
= Further Resources =
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* Chapter Home Page
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* [http://www.phisigmapi.org/tau Tau Chapter Portal]
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* [http://www.phisigmapi.org National Fraternity Website] (Information for Brothers, Alumni & prospective members)
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* [http://www.ecu.edu/cs-lib/archives/org_history.cfm?id=55 Joyner Library Organization Information]
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* [http://phisigmapi.org/Portals/0/pdf/tau1986.pdf Tau's 50th Founders Day Booklet]
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Latest revision as of 10:12, 18 December 2023

Tau Chapter (Founded 28 May 1936) is located at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina and is a member of the Mid Atlantic Region. The Chapter was founded when Epsilon Chapter Alumnus Dr. Beecher Flanagan (Ε 2, Τ 12) came to ECU to teach. Tau Chapter is 'one of the most historically successful chapters in the Fraternity.' -Epsilon Wiki

Tau Chapter Spring 2022

Chapter History

History

"The Tau Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi, national honorary education fraternity, has as its objective perpetuating the ideals of higher learning and promoting goodwill and fellowship among the men [and women] students on the campus of East Carolina...[University].

Even though membership in the fraternity is not open to all men [or women] students on the campus, they may become eligible by maintaining a high scholastic average and fostering brotherhood with their associates on the campus...

While a student is in college he [or she] derives greater benefits from campus life if there exists within him [or her] the conviction that he [or she] is among friends; that they stand ready to help him [or her] when the need arises. This holds true, too, after one is graduated from college. Phi Sigma Pi offers life membership to alumni, giving its members life-long association they would lose otherwise.

It is the desire of the fraternity to encourage men [and women] students on the campus to become eligible for membership, as Phi Sigma Pi feels that it has something to offer."

-Eugene Carson, Tau Chapter President 1941

Early Years

Dr. Beecher Flanagan, Founder and Faculty Advisor of Tau Chapter
Dr. Richard C. Todd, Tau Faculty Advisor

Tau Chapter originally began as Tau Sigma Sigma, the first fraternal organization to be chartered at East Carolina University in 1935. Tau Sigma Sigma was founded by Dr. Beecher Flanagan (Epsilon 2, Tau 12) and started as a social/service fraternity for male students. The following year, the group decided to seek affiliation with Phi Sigma Pi under the direction of then President, Bruce Simmons, and Advisor, Dr. Flanagan. The group became Tau Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi and it was mere coincidence that Tau Chapter kept part of its original name. Tau Chapter was installed by Simon S. Shearer on May 28, 1936. All but 3 of the original Tau Sigma Sigma Brothers became Tau Chapter Brothers, most of which were part of the installation of Tau Chapter. Dr. Flanagan continued to serve as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for the next 14 years as well as serving the National Fraternity. This included serving as the National Historian for 7 years during the WWII era. Through his efforts, Tau Chapter was able to remain active during WWII. Kappa was the only other Chapter that remained active during the War.

In 1950, Dr. Richard C. Todd (Sigma 58, Tau 878) came to East Carolina University to teach in the Department of History after turning down the opportunity to serve as the president of High Point College. Dr. Flanagan invited Dr. Todd to a dinner meeting of the Chapter shortly thereafter which led to Dr. Todd assuming the role as Faculty Advisor, a position he held for the next 27 years. Dr. Todd helped lead Tau Chapter, as well as the National Fraternity, into greatness. Along with Joseph Torchia, Dr. Todd is credited with carrying Phi Sigma Pi through turbulent times. The Fraternity would eventually shrink to just six active Chapters, with Tau Chapter being the oldest Chapter to remain continuously active. Tau Chapter remains the oldest Chapter to have never gone inactive.

In 1975, East Carolina University notified Tau Chapter that it was in violation of Title IX. As a professional organization, Tau Chapter would have to either admit eligible females or cease to exist. Two years later, a Constitutional amendment by Tau Chapter allowed the admittance of eligible women into Phi Sigma Pi. Clauda Pennock Todd, wife of Dr. Todd, was inducted into Tau Chapter on December 3, 1977 as the first female honorary Brother to be inducted after the passing of Title IX. Nicknamed “Sweetheart,” Clauda Pennock Todd became an integral part of her husband’s service to the Fraternity. Tau Chapter took the lead among the remaining active Chapters in making the coed transition.

Tau Chapter in 1936
Tau Chapter in 1967
Tau Chapter in 1947
Tau Chapter in 1978
Tau Chapter in 1950
Tau Chapter in 1981

In 1977, Dr. Richard C. Todd retired from East Carolina University. Along with then President Randy Doub, he recruited Dr. Jack W. Thornton as the new Advisor for the Chapter. Dr. Thornton originally came to ECU in 1965 to teach in the Department of Business. He continued the service exemplified by both Dr. Todd and Dr. Flanagan to both Tau Chapter as well as the National Fraternity. It was during this time the pledge process went through several changes to instill more values, bolster involvement, and to add a higher level of seriousness. From here, many of the current traditions of Tau Chapter were born.

Following Dr. Thornton’s term on the National Council, the Fraternity shifted from generally having Advisors leading the Fraternity to active Alumni taking charge. Dr. Thornton served as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for 21 years. Although Dr. Todd retired in 1977, he continued to be active with Tau Chapter until his death in 1993. It wasn’t until Dr. Todd retired that he finally signed Tau’s Rollbook as the last signature in the first book. He was considered a part of the Chapter without having signed the book, however, the Brothers wanted to make it official once Dr. Todd retired. Dr. Thornton and the Brothers knew it was impossible to ever replace Dr. Todd for everything he has done for both Tau Chapter and the National Fraternity.

Dr. Jack W. Thornton Jr., Tau Faculty Advisor
Dr. David L. Batts, Tau Faculty Advisor

In 1998, Dr. Jack Thornton retired from East Carolina University and the duties of Advisor were passed to Dr. David L. Batts from the Department of Technology Systems. Thanks to Dr. Batts’ efforts while on the National Council, the Fraternity saw its first Alumni Convention in 2005. Dr. Batts continues to follow in the footsteps of Drs. Flanagan, Todd, and Thornton and has served as the Advisor for Tau Chapter for over 10 years.

Several Tau Brothers have served the National level as part of the National Council or National Staff. Brothers Beecher Flanagan, Richard C. Todd, Jack W. Thornton, Paul Allen III, Robert Zalimeni, Michael L. Hosey, Linda Wilson, Mark Pabst, Robert A. Landry, James O. Tisdale III, Hope C. Harrell, Lindsay Fernandez, David Batts, Jonathan Wood, Benjamin Brown, and Brittany Bodart have served on the National Council. Of the previously named Brothers, 5 have served as National President with Dr. Thornton serving two, non-consecutive terms. Many of the previous Brothers have also received a Distinguished Service Key, the highest honor that can be bestowed on an individual Brother. Brothers Ronald Eggers and Kenneth Wright served as the Student Representative on the National Council while Brothers Serena Warren and Christopher A. Crout served on the National Staff as Region Consultants. Brothers Braxton Hall, William Beckner III, and Thomas Barwick also served at the National level as the official Parliamentarian to the 1973, 1974, and 1975 Grand Chapter Conference, respectively, upon invitation by National President Vaughn E. Rhodes. Many Brothers and Alumni chaired various committees held during the Grand Chapter Conferences.

In 1991, Richard C. Todd and Sweetheart established the Richard Cecil Todd & Clauda Pennock Todd Tripod Scholarship. David Batts was the inaugural recipient of the award in 1993. Since that time, Brothers Amanda Hines, Nicole Gray, and Brittany Bodart have won this prestigious award.

Tau Chapter established an impressive commitment to the Tripod during Dr. Todd's years of guidance and continues to this day. Tau Chapter also remains one of the most outstanding Chapters in the nation, as evidenced by its receiving the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award, the most prestigious award a Collegiate Chapter can receive, a total of 34 times since the award was given annually starting in 1966. Tau Chapter also received the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award for 21 consecutive years. The record for the longest consecutive streak and most Torchias received belongs to Tau Chapter with no other Chapter coming close.

Dr. Meadows, 1934-1944 President of ECTC endorses Phi Sigma Pi
1972 Tau delegation presents their new Torchia
Brothers gather around the Flagpole after Dr. Todd's passing in 1993

The Active Chapter

The current chapter is a gender-inclusive national honor fraternity at East Carolina University. Undergraduates with a 3.2 GPA, 30 semester hours, and 2 semesters until they graduate or undergraduates with a 3.5 GPA, 15 semester hours, and 2 semesters until they graduate are invited to join the Fraternity each semester. These students or "Initiates" must complete an Initiation Program which lasts on average six to eight weeks. The Chapter currently holds just over 33 active members who are referred to as Brothers whether male or female.

Tau Chapter closely adheres to the Fraternity's principles of Scholarship, Leadership, & Fellowship in all events which are planned. Tau Chapter also focuses closely on service activities and works with organizations such as: Boys and Girls Club, Greenville Fire Department and Relay for Life.

Current Officers and Chairs

Tau Chapter Spring 2016

2022-2023 Executive Council


Fall 2023 Committee Chairs


Fall 2023 Non-Executive Officers

Tau Chapter Officers and Chairs

Main Article: List of Tau Chapter Officers

Main Article: List of Tau Chapter Chairs and Non-Executive Officers

Current Brotherhood

Phi Sigma Pi Brick, Cupula

Spring 2023 Active Brothers by Roll

Tau Chapter Roll Books

Main Article: Tau Chapter's 1st Virtual Roll Book (1936-1977)

Main Article: Tau Chapter's 2nd Virtual Roll Book (1977-2014)

Main Article: Tau Chapter's 3rd Virtual Roll Book (2014-Present)

Family Trees

Main Article: List of Tau Chapter Family Trees

Chapter Events & Activities

Founder's Weekend

April 2023 - Information Coming Soon!


Notable Alumni

Tau Chapter's First President (1936-1937)
Tau Chapter Founder (1936)
Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor (1936-1950)
National President (1946-1948)
National Vice President (1948-1950)
National Historian (1939-1946)
President of East Carolina University (1934-1944)
North Carolina Superintendent of Public Instruction (1934-1952)
North Carolina Attorney General (1969-1974)
United States Senator (1975-1981)
Author of the ECU Alma Mater, Hail to Thy Name So Fair (1941)
National Alumni Representative (1974-1976)
Grand Chapter Student Representative (1970-1971)
Grand Chapter Student Representative (1971-1972)
Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor (1977-1998)
National President (1980-1982, 1986-1988)
National Vice President (1978-1980)
National Historian (1977-1978)
Distinguished Service Key (2008)
Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor (1950-1977)
National President (1957-1959)
National Vice President (1964-1966, 1968-1974)
National Historian (1962-1964)
National Alumni Representative (1976-1982)
National Counselor (1955-1957, 1959-1961, 1966-1968, 1974-1976)
Distinguished Service Key (1969)
Wife of Dr. Todd aka 'Sweetheart'
Distinguished Service Key (1997)
National Vice President (1982-1983)
National Alumni Representative (1982-1989)
Distinguished Service Key (1992)
Tau Chapter's First Female President (1985-1986)
National Historian (1984-1988)
Thornton Chapter Advisor Award-Alpha Phi Chapter (2003)
Regional Director (1988-1990)
National Vice President (1990-1993)
Eastern North Carolina Alumni Chapter Founder (1994, 2012)
Distinguished Service Key (1996)
National President (1996-1998)
National Vice President (1993-1996)
Vice President of Membership Development (1990-1993)
National Alumni Representative (1989-1990)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director (2012-Present)
Alpha Kappa Chapter Founder (1990)
Distinguished Service Key (1994)
Continuously active for over 25 years
Vice President of Finance (1996-2000)
Vice President of Alumni Development (1994-1996)
Distinguished Service Key (1998)
Wife of Dr. Thornton
National President (1998-2000)
National Vice President (1996-1998)
Vice President of Membership Development (1995-1996)
Distinguished Service Key (1994)
Vice President of Chapter Development (1994-1996)
Todd Tripod Scholarship (1994)
Tau Chapter Faculty Advisor (1997-Present)
Vice President of Membership Development (1996-1998)
Vice President of Alumni Development (2003-2004)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director of Finance (2009-2011)
Delta Epsilon Chapter Founder (1999)
Todd Tripod Scholarship (Inaugural Recipient in 1993)
Distinguished Service Key (2000)
East Carolina University Outstanding Faculty Advisor (2006)
Professional Fraternity Association Faculty Award of Excellence (2007)
Thornton Chapter Advisor Award (2008, 2016)
Vice President of Membership Development (1998-2000)
Distinguished Service Key (2001)
Todd Tripod Scholarship (1997)
Senior Vice President (2002-2004)
Distinguished Service Key (2001)
National Secretary (2004-2006)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director (2008-2009, 2012)
Todd Tripod Scholarship (2004)
Region Consultant (2005-2006)
Region Consultant (2011-2012)
Vice President of Development (2021-2023)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Treasurer (2016-2018)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation President (2018-Present)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director (2021-2023)
Alumni Tripod Award for Excellence in Fellowship (2021)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation President (2012-2014)
Greater Monongahela Alumni Chapter Founder (2011)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Secretary (2013-2014)
Regional Director (1987-1988)
National Counselor (1988-1990)
National President (1990-1996)
Phi Sigma Pi Foundation Director of Finance (2008-2009)
Alpha Gamma Chapter Founder (1988)
Distinguished Service Key (1991)
President/Chancellor of East Carolina University (1960-1978)
Todd Tripod Scholarship (2018)

Chapter Honors and Awards

Tau Chapter's Awards 1986, 50th Anniversary

National Awards

Tau Chapter's Awards 2011, 75th Anniversary
1965-66, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2019, 2023
1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2015, 2016
1993, 2003, 2005, 2016
1992, 1994, 1997
1992, 2003, 2016, 2018, 2019
2000
2008, 2010
2009
Dr. Phillip Bogle (Alpha Phi Chapter) 2003
Dr. David Batts 2008, 2016

University and Community Awards

Main Article: List of Tau Chapter Awards from the University and Community

Chapter Awards

Main Article: List of Local Tau Chapter Awards

Dedications

Main Article: List of Tau Chapter Dedications

In the News

Collection: Newspaper Clippings from 1968-1974

Further Resources


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