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  • Declaration of Candidacy Ryan Barnes to run for National Board of Kappa Delta Phi

    30Mar
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    Brother Ryan Barnes has publicly announced his declaration of candidacy.

    Below is my letter of intent, as submitted at this past P/T meeting in person to several members of the Board. This is for your consideration and in hopes for your support at the upcoming Convention.

    National Board Members
    Kappa Delta Phi Inc.

    Esteemed members of the Board of Directors,

    I, Ryan Barnes, do hereby disclose to you my intent for wishing to join the National Board of Kappa Delta Phi Inc. National Fraternity.

    I have achieved grand things with the aid of my Brothers of Alpha Alpha Chapter, currently at a flagship University and still growing; always fostering the ideals of Kappa, of Delta, and of Phi. Some of these accomplishments have been bringing the Brotherhood over twelve members strong, which is higher than half of other active Chapters at this present point in time. Alpha Alpha Chapter has also been one of the highest academic Fraternities on campus for the last two years, never falling below the top four out of sixteen other such organizations while also beating the all Fraternity and all campus GPAs. We have also dedicated hundreds of hours to community service and raised money for several charitable organizations throughout Bangor, Old Town, and Orono. We at Alpha Alpha Chapter truly strive to be a shining star for Kappa Delta Phi National Fraternity here at the University of Maine as well as amongst Brothers and Sisters alike.
    I am filled with nothing but pride for these men at Alpha Alpha Chapter, they consistently astonish me with their actions as a Brotherhood, never forgetting the pledge they took and the ideals they stand for. Truly they are to be commended on their efforts, and I, like them, too believe that I can contribute and aid this Fraternity – perhaps no longer at a local level, but now at a national level.

    Because of the opportunities given me by this Fraternity, I would like to participate in a more active roll within the Fraternity as a whole and help shape the future for men who are entering institutions of higher learning so that others who follow in my footsteps may too have the same guidance and tutelage that I had once received.

    It is one thing to sit on the sidelines and criticize; I’d like to see more action and fewer words through an active roll on the National Board of Kappa Delta Phi Fraternity, allowing my abilities to be put to use for the betterment of this Fraternity and its Brothers.

    Best Wishes and MTSND,
    Ryan K. Barnes
    Mu Chapter Alumni
    Alpha Alpha Chapter Active
    “A strong man doesn’t need to know his fate, he makes his own.”

    For more information. http://forums.orderofthecrow.org/showthread.php?t=73456

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  • Kappa Delta Phi Brother Heath Quint’s New Born.

    01Feb
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    Congratulations to Alumni Brother Heath Quint of Mu Chapter at UMaine Presque Isle on his second, Molly Elizabeth Quint, born Friday, Jan. 30, 2009, at 10:55 a.m. 5 pounds, 15 ounces, and 19 inches long. Both baby and mommy are home now and are fine. more pictures at http://forums.orderofthecrow.org/showthread.php?t=70886

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  • In memory of Kappa Delta Phi Brother Jon Lowery

    17Dec
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    In memory of Kappa Delta Phi Brother Jon Lowery

    In memory of Kappa Delta Phi Brother Jon Lowery

    Kappa Delta Phi Brother Jon Lowery, pledged 1988 at Mu chapter at UMaine Presque Isle, was Killed in Action in Iraq.

     

    He took the lessons he learned as brother, service to God, Country and his fellow man and applied them as service in the Army.

    Brother Scott Harriman remembers Brother Lowery’s service.

    This was Jon’s sixth tour in Iraq, including Desert Storm. I remember when he came home from Desert Storm he drove up to PI and he and I hit the bar…….we just reminisced and talked about old times. He would not talk about Desert Storm in any great detail. I then took a couple of days off around the 4th of July and went down to his camp on Drews Lake in Houlton and spent 5 days with him while he decompressed from his tour. He was a good man, a good soldier, and a great Brother!

     

    from bangornews.com

    HOULTON, Maine – A 38-year-old soldier with ties to Maine was killed in Iraq on Friday when his unit was attacked by small-arms fire, according to a statement from the U.S. Department of Defense.

    Army Sgt. 1st Class Jonathan Allen Lowery, who originally was from Houlton, died in Mosul, Iraq, on Dec. 14 when enemy forces attacked his unit.

    Lowery was assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, III Corps, Fort Hood, Texas.

    Gov. John Baldacci said he was “saddened” to learn of Lowery’s death Sunday.

    “He was a dedicated soldier and a brave man who made a career out of the military,” said Baldacci. “He was also a father, a brother and a son. While we honor his memory and his service, we will also keep his family in our prayers as they cope with this terrible loss.”

    Baldacci added that Lowery’s father resides in Houlton.

    David Farmer, the governor’s spokesman, said Sunday afternoon that Baldacci had spoken with Lowery’s father, but the governor’s office was not authorized to give out additional information about the family.

    Rep. Michael Michaud and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins also expressed sadness upon hearing of Lowery’s death.

    “I am deeply saddened by the death of Sergeant 1st Class Jonathan Lowery who died serving our country in Iraq,” Michaud said in a written statement. “He has given the ultimate sacrifice and he will never be forgotten. My prayers are with his family and friends during this very sad time.”

    Collins offered her condolences to Lowery’s family and friends, saying the 38-year-old “served his country selflessly and his bravery and courage will not be forgotten.”

    “I join my fellow Mainers in honoring his legacy,” she added.

    Funeral arrangements had not been announced as of Sunday. Baldacci said flags around the state would be flown at half-staff on the day of Lowery’s funeral.

    from sunjournal.com

    AUGUSTA (AP) – A career soldier from Houlton has died in Iraq, Gov. John Baldacci said Sunday.

    Sgt. 1st Class Jonathan Allen Lowery, 38, was killed Friday in Mosul. Lowery was serving with the 3rd Squadron, 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, III Corps, based in Fort Hood, Texas.

    Lowery died of wounds he sustained when enemy forces attacked his unit using small arms fire, said U.S. Sen. Olympia Snowe, R-Maine, who joined the other members of Maine’s congressional delegation in offering their condolences.

    Lowery’s father lives in Houlton, Baldacci said. Flags will be ordered flown at half-staff on the day of Lowery’s funeral.

    “While we honor his memory and his service, we will also keep his family in our prayers as they cope with this terrible loss,” Baldacci said.

    for discussion visit this thread.

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  • Kappa Delta Phi Brother Darick Williams wins Student Senate Presidential Election

    17Nov
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    Kappa Delta Phi Brother Darick Williams

    Kappa Delta Phi Brother Darick Williams

    Brother Darick Williams, Mu Chapter of Kappa Delta Phi at UMaine Presque Isle won the UMaine Presque Isle Student Senate Presidential Election. He will take office starting the spring semester of 2009, and hold the President position until next fall. Congratulations, Brother Williams and serving as an example of leadership in the community and college.

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  • Kappa Delta Phi Brother Inducted into UMPI Hall of Fame

    20Sep
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    Brother John Dakin will be inducted into the UMPI Hall of Fame on saturday at UMPI. Dakin became a Brother of Kappa Delta Phi, Mu Chapter at UMaine Presque Isle in 1959.

    Dakin, a member of the Class of 1962, lettered in basketball and baseball at the former Aroostook State Teachers College. He was among the school’s first graduates with a degree in health, physical education and recreation.

    Dakin taught at and coached for three years at Westbrook High School, then in 1967 began a long career at Southern Maine Community College in South Portland. He served as the school’s director of athletics, baseball coach and basketball coach before retiring in 2002.

    His basketball teams compiled a 199-56 overall record, while his baseball squads went 113-85, including seven championships. Dakin also held several key conference and committee posts.

    He resides in Florida with his wife Stephanie.

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  • Congratulations to Kappa Delta Phi Brother Brian Wood on the birth of his first born.

    07Jun
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    Congratulations to Brother Brian Wood on the birth of his firstborn. On June 7, 2007 at 8:36 am, Destiny Faith Wood came into this world 6 weeks early. She weighed 4 lbs, 11 oz and was 17.75 inches long. She is doing fine, mother is doing fine. Brother Brian is married to a Kappa Delta Phi National Affiliated Sorority sister from Kappa Mu chapter, Amber Wood. Brother Brian Wood pledged at Mu Chapter at UMaine Presque Isle in the Fall of 1997.

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  • Kappa Delta Phi, Mu Chapter Brothers receive academic honors.

    23Apr
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    Congratulations to Brother Jeff Kimball and Adam Michaud. Both are brothers of Mu Chapter of Kappa Delta Phi National Fraternity at University of Maine at Presque Isle.

    Brother Jeff Kimball graduated this last fall with a 4.0 GPA and was the Class Valedictorian.

    Brother Adam Michaud graduates this semester and was given the Outstanding Criminal Justice Senior Award.

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  • Kappa Delta Phi, Mu Chapters 55th Founders day is on Saturday, Feburary 10th

    05Feb
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    Mu Chapter of Kappa Delta Phi National Fraternity at UMaine Presque Isle celebrates it’s 55th Founders day on Saturday, January 10th

    From the 1960 Anniversary Book of Kappa Delta Phi

    The first information available concerning the beginning of Mu Chapter, Kappa Delta Phi Fraternity, Aroostook State Teachers College, begins with its founding in 1952.

    Our fraternity being a professional, educational fraternity, encourages its members to achieve scholastic excellence in order that they may be qualified as capable and respected representatives of their profession.

    The sponsorship of social events represents an important phase of the fraternity’s activities. These functions aid in the development of social confidence which is essential to the progress and success of the true educator.

    Mu Chapter is dedicated to upholding the ideals of Aroostook State Teachers College and manifests its loyalty through its members, who support college functions and participate in official student offices.

    The growth of Mu Chapter has increased tremendously. The year of its founding saw only 6 members. Over an eight year span the fraternity has grown to an enrollment of 83 members. This year there are 2.5 student members of which 19 are active.

    One of the most outstanding events of the year is our fraternity ball. The brothers of Mu Chapter select four queen candidates and the Queen is crowned the night of the ball during a colorful ceremony. Due to the widespread popularity of the fraternity ball, the event was held off campus and moved to the Presque Isle,  Northeastland Hotel, where there was a capacity crowd of two hundred. This event is already being looked forward to with great expectation this year.

    At commencement exercises each year we present a scholarship to one of our outstanding students of the college. One of our brothers, Albert Smith was awarded this scholarship last year. Plans are being formulated for this spring’s presentation.

    After the college basketball games, Mu Chapter sponsors an informal dance and serves refreshments in which small proceeds are netted. This year the fraternity was fortunate in being able to sponsor six after-game parties.

    Some of our income is made by way of a vending machine in one of the college recreation rooms and a campus cleanup each spring.

    Since we are a professional fraternity, Mu Chapter has started this year a series of speakers on an educational level. Our first speaker was a police detective who spoke on how we as future teachers could help in the prevention of juvenile delinquency. The male student body was invited.

    The college winter carnival was held the second week in February. One of the key events was the snow sculpturing contest in which the fraternity won the award. Norman Keefe designed the entry.

    A fraternity basketball team was recently organized for the first time in its history. A temporary schedule has been set up with semi-pro competition in the near area. The team consists of 14 members under the direction of Brother Ward Ketch, who is expecting a winning season.

    March 7th was the date of the Kappa Talent Show, and was one of our newest endeavors.

    During the past year of 1961, the fraternity has achieved the position of the most outstanding and beneficial organization on campus. This fact is recognized by both the faculty and the student body. Also the fraternity attained the highest point average of any organization on campus.

    We had the largest number of representatives from out chapter in the history of the chapter

    Officers

    • President – Douglas McGowan
    • Vice President – Robert Blanchard
    • Recording Secretary – Russell Kenney
    • Corresponding Secretary – Ward Ketch
    • Treasurer – Peter Brierley
    • Chaplain – John Smith
    • Historian – Richard Rand
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