Dinner at Pi Kappa Phi

Last night I had the delight of having dinner at Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at their invitation.  We discussed many items regarding the Greek Community, however, the focus of our evening turned toward one item in particular.  Many of their members are part of a program called Push America, a partnering charity in association with the Marine Corps that raises money for persons living with a disability as a result of their dedicated service to our country.  It is truly a remarkable program.  After dinner, Steve, whom I helped sponsor for his event in Push America, gave me a framed jersey he wore this summer – a very nice gesture which truly meant a lot.  The moment I returned to my office, I put it on the bookshelf I look at from my desk.  Steve, as part of the “Journey of Hope” in the Push America program, cycled thousands of miles this summer and helped with numerous construction charities.  The guys made a slideshow of some of the things they did along the way.  What a great way to help out, and represent your fraternity and your school at the same time.

It was a delightful evening and a perfect way to end the day for a university president – with students.  Thanks very much to Steve, Ben, Jeff, Max, their advisor Dennis and all the others for a great time.  Students can always put a smile on my face, and this case was no exception.  It is nights like last night that make me feel fortunate and proud to be president of WSU.

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