by Mitch Goldich, Lehigh '09
The brothers of Drake received this Conclave’s Honor of Philias, given every two years for incredible acts of kindness and brotherly love.
The Greek word Philias translates to SigEp’s third cardinal principle, Brotherly Love, and the chapter has earned this recognition for its support of Shiv Morjaria, Drake ’14, throughout his battle with cancer.
by Jonathan Greenstein, Illinois State ‘11
Col. Robert Lanham, Indiana ’77, spoke yesterday at Conclave about U.S. Marine Corps leadership traits and principles. While Lanham’s leadership structure was based on the “Marine Corps way,” the material was easily transferrable to fraternity leadership.
147 brothers have received the Order of the Golden Heart since its inception in 1959.
The Brotherhood Luncheon was very emotional, starting with the necrology. Brothers approached microphones and read the names of brothers who have passed away over the last two years.
After the awarding of the Honor of Philias, several new Residential Learning Communities were given their accreditation plaques. Then, Chris Dillion, Illinois ‘03 (right), announced a new initiative, in which his Illinois Alpha Chapter will offer funding and mentorship to support chapters striving to become RLCs. Their first partnership is with the Alabama SEC.
Legislation on Friday resulted in raucous debate over the future of member development, academics, manpower, and other requirements for SigEp chapters nationwide.
by Jonathan Greenstein, Illinois State ‘11
Rick Marini, New Hampshire ’94, walked an audience through the long hours and hard work it took him to become a pioneer in the social media industry. Marini detailed his many successes, stressing to the crowd that nothing came easy— as evidenced by the 10 months he worked for free and lived off Ramen noodles.
@MikeyMike206 Michael Catalano
Just touched down in Phoenix for @officialsigep #SigEpConclave ... Better late than never!
@bulldog18 Bret Harrell
Absolutely amazing #SigEpConclave Bylaws-Purple meeting. Thanks for all the hard work and intellectual horsepower @officialsigep brothers!
@DesignManifesto Design Manifesto
Keep getting the "Twitter is over capacity" message. I blame #sigepconclave. #YeahIt'sThatGood.
@justinkchavez Justin Chavez
I'm going to build a lazy river at my house when I get back. #SigEpConclave
@AdamRitz Adam Ritz
On plane leaving Phoenix. Went to conclave to change lives...and it was my life that was changed. THANK YOU ALL #SigEpConclave
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM • GRAND CANYON 7-8
25 Years of The Leadership Challenge and the Leadership Lessons Learned • Barry Posner
NOON – 2:00 PM • GRAND SAGUARO
Founders Luncheon
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM • GRAND CANYON 7-8
Leaderships Perspectives: An afternoon with SigEp’s Citation Recipients
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM • WILDFLOWER BALLROOM • Black tie optional
Alumni Reception
7:00 PM – 10:30 PM • GRAND SAGUARO • Black tie optional
Alumni Awards Dinner
