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Planning for the unexpected...the inevitable
by James A. Owens
If I were to tell you that I have no will and that my life insurance had lapsed, you’d probably say, "James, what are you thinking?" Especially, given the fact that as the Executive Vice President for the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation, I know the importance of having a will and making certain that my family is financially secure at the time when I enter the chapter eternal. I guess it’s like when someone lives in Washington, DC and they never take the time to tour the Washington Monument. When we are so close to something, we think, "I can do that anytime." Let me share a true short story with you...
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Ring
the Bell, Win a Prize
(August 22, 1970) - From last month’s issue, special congratulations to Brother Bob McCully (San Diego State) who correctly identified all six Sigma Nu Heavyweights pictured above. His name was randomly selected from all the correct replies we received and he will soon be enjoying a Sing Sigma Nu CD and key chain!
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Bid for Brotherhood – Open for Bidding
How would you and three friends like to attend a St. Louis Cardinals home game while sitting in Joe Buck’s personal seats? What about attending the Dave Matthews Band Concert of your choice with VIP access during the show? Maybe you’d rather spend three relaxing days and nights in the Northern California wine country at Londer Vineyards.
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These and many other items are now available for bidding via our online auction site. This site will remain open until July 9th. The person with the highest bid via the online site will have the option of having a surrogate place bids for them during the live event.
The live B4B event will be held the evening of July 14th as the kick-off event for the 62nd Grand Chapter (to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana on July 15-19, 2006). Proceeds from the event will benefit the educational programs of the Fraternity. |
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Sigma Nu Institute Trains New Leaders
When Patrick McConnell (Washington State) graduates he hopes to go to business school to earn either an MBA or an advanced degree in finance, but today he’s leading a different kind of business as Commander of the Sigma Nu chapter at Washington State University.
As a newly elected Commander, McConnell was invited to attend the Sigma Nu Institute in January for intense practical training at the hands of some of the most experienced leaders in the Fraternity.
Each year, new Commanders are elected and step into chapter leadership. They are immediately responsible for budgets, members, events and risk management at a level greater than many small businesses. Even for experienced chapter officers, leadership takes on a whole |
Patrick McConnell, Commander at WSU |
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new meaning when they, in essence, become the CEO of their chapter. As often happens, retiring chapter officers complete their duties, and even those with the best intentions may not take the time to properly prepare younger men to take the helm. That fact alone necessitates increased training to prepare these new leaders for a successful term of office. |
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Boyd Tinsley composes the score for ESPN’s coverage of Wimbledon
Boyd Tinsley (Virginia), violinist for Dave Matthews Band, has composed a new score for ESPN’s coverage of Wimbledon. ESPN has been shooting a documentary on the creation of this score which will air around the 2006 tournament (June 26-July 9, 2006).
While millions know of Boyd’s impact in the music industry, you may not know that he is an avid tennis player. Not only does he play the game, he supports its development at all levels. Since 2002, he has hosted the Boyd Tinsley $50,000 USTA Women’s Pro Tennis
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Championships held annually at the Boar's Head Inn in Charlottesville, VA (May 1-8, 2006). In addition, he established the Boyd C. Tinsley Foundation which supports scholarships and transportation for children participating in the Charlottesville Tennis Patrons Association program. |
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