Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Fraternity's International President Passes to Chapter Eternal
James Otto Selzer, Gamma Theta 1970, the 49th president of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, entered the Chapter Eternal on May 23, 2010 in Kansas City, Mo., at 61 years.
He was the epitome of the good Delt – generous in his assistance and encouragement to others, loyal, a lifelong learner, dedicated to the spirit of unconquerable manhood, and above all else, honorable.
Brother Selzer waged a 45-year battle with diabetes, succumbing only after a valiant and dignified fight that included multiple organ transplants. His final stand began in the spring of 2009 when he was stricken by a persistent staph infection which led to severe complications. He had been hospitalized since August 2009.
His Delt service stretches back to student days when he was elected president of the Gamma Theta chapter and appointed to the first Undergraduate Council of the Fraternity. As an alumnus he served as a house corporation officer and division vice president before being elected the first president of the Western Plains Division in 1995 and serving consecutive two-year terms. He subsequently was elected by the Karnea to serve as international director of academic affairs (2002-2004) and treasurer (2004-2008). He was elected international president at the 2008 Pittsburgh Karnea.
Brother Selzer graduated with a B.S. in physics and mathematics from Baker University, studied at Albert Ludwig Universitat in Freiberg, Germany as a Fulbright Scholar, and earned his M.A. in molecular biology and physics at the University of Oregon, and his law degree from the University of Kansas where he was editor in chief of the Kansas Law Journal.
He practiced law in Kansas City for 33 years, most recently at Stinson, Morrison, Hecker. Jim represented a variety of closely held and public clients in general corporate and securities matters. At the time of his death he was a member of the firm’s policy committee. He also had served on the firm’s executive committee and as the practice division supervisor for the business divisions.
Jim is survived by Barbara, his wife of 37 years, whom he met at Baker University in the spring of his senior year. They are the parents of two sons, Bryan and Kevin Selzer, and the grandparents of Owen James Selzer.
Visitation will be from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1 at the Christ United Methodist Church, 14506 E. 39th Street South, Independence, Mo. 64055, with service to follow at 4 p.m. The family has requested in lieu of flowers that memorial gifts be directed to the Delta Tau Delta Educational Foundation or the National Kidney Foundation of Western Missouri.
He was the epitome of the good Delt – generous in his assistance and encouragement to others, loyal, a lifelong learner, dedicated to the spirit of unconquerable manhood, and above all else, honorable.
Brother Selzer waged a 45-year battle with diabetes, succumbing only after a valiant and dignified fight that included multiple organ transplants. His final stand began in the spring of 2009 when he was stricken by a persistent staph infection which led to severe complications. He had been hospitalized since August 2009.
His Delt service stretches back to student days when he was elected president of the Gamma Theta chapter and appointed to the first Undergraduate Council of the Fraternity. As an alumnus he served as a house corporation officer and division vice president before being elected the first president of the Western Plains Division in 1995 and serving consecutive two-year terms. He subsequently was elected by the Karnea to serve as international director of academic affairs (2002-2004) and treasurer (2004-2008). He was elected international president at the 2008 Pittsburgh Karnea.
Brother Selzer graduated with a B.S. in physics and mathematics from Baker University, studied at Albert Ludwig Universitat in Freiberg, Germany as a Fulbright Scholar, and earned his M.A. in molecular biology and physics at the University of Oregon, and his law degree from the University of Kansas where he was editor in chief of the Kansas Law Journal.
He practiced law in Kansas City for 33 years, most recently at Stinson, Morrison, Hecker. Jim represented a variety of closely held and public clients in general corporate and securities matters. At the time of his death he was a member of the firm’s policy committee. He also had served on the firm’s executive committee and as the practice division supervisor for the business divisions.
Jim is survived by Barbara, his wife of 37 years, whom he met at Baker University in the spring of his senior year. They are the parents of two sons, Bryan and Kevin Selzer, and the grandparents of Owen James Selzer.
Visitation will be from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1 at the Christ United Methodist Church, 14506 E. 39th Street South, Independence, Mo. 64055, with service to follow at 4 p.m. The family has requested in lieu of flowers that memorial gifts be directed to the Delta Tau Delta Educational Foundation or the National Kidney Foundation of Western Missouri.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Semester Review
The Iota Delta chapter came into this semester focused and ready to embark on a new chapter in the history of Iota Delta. Quickly the young exec board sent six members to the Division conference in Cincinnati, OH. The chapter left Cincinnati with hope and vision to improve the chapter. New Rush Chairman Mike Varrone showed the vision and passion to conduct a successful rush and reeled in 10 new members to the fraternity. The chapter would place the neophytes into the hands of Manny Yu who would provide them with a new pledge education set up. The semester went by quickly and the chapter soon would initiate Jake Pitroff, Yemi Akintoye, Paul Majewski, Paul Fields, Andy Csepp, Drew Miller, Cody Colgrove, Nick Ruhs, Matt Meglan, and Ramon Grayson. The Phi class would quickly become involved with the chapter. During the semester, Vice President Dan LaRocco would restructure admin adding many new committees to go into next semester. Some of the positions added to admin were historian, parent’s chairman, and intramurals chairman. The chapter in addition, has made it their goal to send out an Alumni newsletter every month. The chapter has begun preparations for the 10th Anniversary celebration with its kick-off event at a Quincy Gems game. The chapter has many strives under its young membership and hopes to enter next semester with the same enthusiasm.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Quincy Gems Outing Around the Corner
The kick off event for the the Tenth Anniversary celebration is just around the corner. The Chapter will be hosting an event at QU Stadium. The cost of the game is $10 per person which includes food, drinks, and the game. Come join the chapter during opening week for the reigning CICL Champions.
Chapter to Hold Annual Senior Will and Retreat
On Sunday May 16th the Chapter will hold its annual Senior will. Along with this event the chapter will have a recruitment worskshop where we will discuss the upcomming Rush and the expectations.
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