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| − | Tau Chapter (Founded 28 May 1936) is located at [http://www.ecu.edu East Carolina University] in Greenville, North Carolina. | + | Tau Chapter (Founded 28 May 1936) is located at [http://www.ecu.edu East Carolina University] in Greenville, North Carolina. The Chapter was founded by [[Epsilon Chapter]] Alumnus [[Beecher Flanagan]], and is a member of the [[Mid Atlantic Region]]. |
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=== Early Years === | === Early Years === | ||
| − | + | [[Image:Flanagan.gif|thumb|left|175px|Dr. Beecher Flanagan, Founder of Tau Chapter.]]Tau Chapter, the first fraternal organization to be chartered at East Carolina University, was founded when Dr. Beecher Flanagan ( Epsilon 2, Tau 12) came to East Carolina University to teach in the Department of Social Sciences. Dr. Flanagan decided to start a chapter of Phi Sigma Pi. Under Dr. Flanagan’s direction, the local fraternity Tau Sigma Sigma, became Tau Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi. Eleven members were inducted on May 28, 1936. Dr. Flanagan served as faculty advisor for the newly started chapter and [[Wesley Bankston]] was elected Tau Chapter’s first president. Dr. Flanagan led the chapter for 14 years.<p>In 1950, [[Richard Cecil Todd|Dr. Richard C. Todd]] ( Sigma 58, Tau 878) came to East Carolina University to teach. Flanagan invited Todd to a dinner meeting of the chapter. During the meeting, Flanagan suffered a fatal heart attack. Dr. Todd assumed Flanagan’s role as faculty advisor and served Tau Chapter for the next 27 years. Todd helped lead Tau Chapter, as well as the national fraternity, into greatness. During these years, Dr. Todd aided in the integration of women into the fraternity. [[Clauda Pennock Todd]], wife of Richard Cecil Todd, was inducted into Tau Chapter on May 7, 1977. Nicknamed “Sweetheart,” Clauda Pennock Todd became an integral part of her husband’s service to the fraternity. Tau Chapter established an impressive record of service and scholarship during Dr. Todd’s years of guidance, evidenced by its receiving the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award (the most prestigous award a chapter can receive) a total of 33 times in the 44 years the award has been given.[[Image:Todd.gif|thumb|right|175px|Dr. Richard C. Todd, Tau Faculty Advisor.]] | |
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| − | In 1950, Dr. Richard C. Todd ( Sigma 58, Tau 878) came to East Carolina University to teach. Flanagan invited Todd to a dinner meeting of the chapter. During the meeting, Flanagan suffered a fatal heart attack. Dr. Todd assumed Flanagan’s role as faculty advisor and served Tau Chapter for the next 27 years. Todd helped lead Tau Chapter, as well as the national fraternity, into greatness. During these years, Dr. Todd aided in the integration of women into the fraternity. Clauda Pennock Todd, wife of Richard Cecil Todd, was inducted into Tau Chapter on May 7, 1977. Nicknamed “Sweetheart,” Clauda Pennock Todd became an integral part of her husband’s service to the fraternity. Tau Chapter established an impressive record of service and scholarship during Dr. Todd’s years of guidance, evidenced by its receiving the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award (the most prestigous award a chapter can receive) a total of 33 times in the 44 years the award has been given. | ||
In 1977, Dr. Richard C. Todd retired from East Carolina University. He recruited Dr. Jack Thornton as the new faculty advisor to the chapter. Thornton continued the service exemplified by Todd and Flanagan to Tau Chapter. During this time, the Todd Scholarship for Leadership and the Thornton Scholarship for Outstanding Pledge were originated. Also, the Clauda Pennock Todd Fellowship Award and the Rick Creech Award were created. Over the years, these awards have flourished and grown. The Todd Scholarships are now given to all officers. Historically, the award was only awarded to the president. Furthermore, funding for both the Todd and the Thornton Scholarships have increased dramatically over the years. | In 1977, Dr. Richard C. Todd retired from East Carolina University. He recruited Dr. Jack Thornton as the new faculty advisor to the chapter. Thornton continued the service exemplified by Todd and Flanagan to Tau Chapter. During this time, the Todd Scholarship for Leadership and the Thornton Scholarship for Outstanding Pledge were originated. Also, the Clauda Pennock Todd Fellowship Award and the Rick Creech Award were created. Over the years, these awards have flourished and grown. The Todd Scholarships are now given to all officers. Historically, the award was only awarded to the president. Furthermore, funding for both the Todd and the Thornton Scholarships have increased dramatically over the years. | ||
| − | In 1998, Dr. Jack Thornton retired from East Carolina University and the duties of faculty advisor were passed to David Batts. Tau has continued to be one of the most outstanding chapters of Phi Sigma Pi in the nation. Several Tau | + | In 1998, Dr. Jack Thornton retired from East Carolina University and the duties of faculty advisor were passed to [[David Batts]]. Tau has continued to be one of the most outstanding chapters of Phi Sigma Pi in the nation. Several Tau Chapter brothers have served the organization on the national level, including Beecher Flanagan, Richard C. Todd, Robert Zalimeni, Jack Thornton, Mike Hosey, Bob Landry, [[Mark Pabst]], Linda Wilson, Lindsay Fernandez, [[Hope Harrell Turnbull]], David Batts, [[Jamey Tisdale]], [[Jonathan Wood]] and [[Brittany Bodart]]. Of the previously named brothers, five have served as [[National President]], some serving more than one term. |
| − | Tau Chapter also led the way for development of alumni chapters. The first | + | Tau Chapter also led the way for development of alumni chapters. The first [[Alumni Chapter]] was chartered in Greenville, North Carolina on November 7, 1994. Richard Cecil and Clauda Pennock Todd also set up the [[Todd Tripod Scholarship]]. In 1993, the inaugural award was presented to David Batts. Since that time, Tau brothers Amanda Hines, Nicole Gray and Brittany Bodart have won this prestigious award. |
=== The Active Chapter === | === The Active Chapter === | ||
Revision as of 13:41, 17 April 2007
Tau Chapter (Founded 28 May 1936) is located at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. The Chapter was founded by Epsilon Chapter Alumnus Beecher Flanagan, and is a member of the Mid Atlantic Region.
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Chapter History
Early Years
Tau Chapter, the first fraternal organization to be chartered at East Carolina University, was founded when Dr. Beecher Flanagan ( Epsilon 2, Tau 12) came to East Carolina University to teach in the Department of Social Sciences. Dr. Flanagan decided to start a chapter of Phi Sigma Pi. Under Dr. Flanagan’s direction, the local fraternity Tau Sigma Sigma, became Tau Chapter of Phi Sigma Pi. Eleven members were inducted on May 28, 1936. Dr. Flanagan served as faculty advisor for the newly started chapter and Wesley Bankston was elected Tau Chapter’s first president. Dr. Flanagan led the chapter for 14 years.
In 1950, Dr. Richard C. Todd ( Sigma 58, Tau 878) came to East Carolina University to teach. Flanagan invited Todd to a dinner meeting of the chapter. During the meeting, Flanagan suffered a fatal heart attack. Dr. Todd assumed Flanagan’s role as faculty advisor and served Tau Chapter for the next 27 years. Todd helped lead Tau Chapter, as well as the national fraternity, into greatness. During these years, Dr. Todd aided in the integration of women into the fraternity. Clauda Pennock Todd, wife of Richard Cecil Todd, was inducted into Tau Chapter on May 7, 1977. Nicknamed “Sweetheart,” Clauda Pennock Todd became an integral part of her husband’s service to the fraternity. Tau Chapter established an impressive record of service and scholarship during Dr. Todd’s years of guidance, evidenced by its receiving the Joseph Torchia Outstanding Chapter Award (the most prestigous award a chapter can receive) a total of 33 times in the 44 years the award has been given.
In 1977, Dr. Richard C. Todd retired from East Carolina University. He recruited Dr. Jack Thornton as the new faculty advisor to the chapter. Thornton continued the service exemplified by Todd and Flanagan to Tau Chapter. During this time, the Todd Scholarship for Leadership and the Thornton Scholarship for Outstanding Pledge were originated. Also, the Clauda Pennock Todd Fellowship Award and the Rick Creech Award were created. Over the years, these awards have flourished and grown. The Todd Scholarships are now given to all officers. Historically, the award was only awarded to the president. Furthermore, funding for both the Todd and the Thornton Scholarships have increased dramatically over the years.
In 1998, Dr. Jack Thornton retired from East Carolina University and the duties of faculty advisor were passed to David Batts. Tau has continued to be one of the most outstanding chapters of Phi Sigma Pi in the nation. Several Tau Chapter brothers have served the organization on the national level, including Beecher Flanagan, Richard C. Todd, Robert Zalimeni, Jack Thornton, Mike Hosey, Bob Landry, Mark Pabst, Linda Wilson, Lindsay Fernandez, Hope Harrell Turnbull, David Batts, Jamey Tisdale, Jonathan Wood and Brittany Bodart. Of the previously named brothers, five have served as National President, some serving more than one term.
Tau Chapter also led the way for development of alumni chapters. The first Alumni Chapter was chartered in Greenville, North Carolina on November 7, 1994. Richard Cecil and Clauda Pennock Todd also set up the Todd Tripod Scholarship. In 1993, the inaugural award was presented to David Batts. Since that time, Tau brothers Amanda Hines, Nicole Gray and Brittany Bodart have won this prestigious award.
The Active Chapter
The current chapter...
Initiate Advisors:
Loren Trull (2004-2005)
Nick Castillo (2005-2006)
Bernae Leah Miller (2006-2007)
Marina Booner (current)
Past Chapter Presidents
- President Angel Warren (2004-2005)
- President James Butner (2005-2006)
- President Dale Zagiba Jr (2006-2007)
- Current President Ashley Yopp (Present)
Chapter Events & Activities
Founder's Weekend
Alpha celebrates the Chapter's founding...
Other Event or Activity
This event is...
Other Event or Activity
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Notable Alumni
- Name (Chapter year)
- Founding Member
- Name (Chapter year)
- DSK year
- Name (Chapter year)
- Office Held (year-year)
Chapter Honors and Awards
National Awards
- year AwardName
University Awards
- year AwardName
- None to date
Other Awards
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- None to date
Further Resources
- Chapter Home Page
