Fiji Run Across Virginia

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The brothers of Fiji participated in the Run Across Virginia on Friday November 25^th. A run from Blacksburg to Lynchburg that covers a distance of nearly 90 miles, with twists, turns, and steep hills. The run is a philanthropy event for the Jimmy V. Foundation for cancer research. The total raised between the Rho Alpha chapter at Virginia Tech and the Omicron chapter at UVA was over $45,000. The check was presented at Scott Stadium during the UVA v. Virginia Tech football game.

The Founding...

I AM A FRATERNITY MAN

but I am not the one that immediately comes to your mind when you think of one.

 I actively challenge the stereotype that comes to YOUR mind when I don the letters that I have come to love and appreciate.

You look at me and YOU await to see one thing.

But, I am here to make sure that YOU come to expect another.

I am here to show YOU that I am not alone.

There are several that think the same way that I do.

We may all wear different letters across our chests.

But in our ideals, we are the same.

We dare to challenge the status quo.

WE ARE THE TRUE GENTLEMEN

Hit the jump to read a letter from the Founder of The True Gentlemen

News: Fraternities Support Victims of Domestic Violence (@vtifc)

The Fraternities of Virginia Tech participated in the 10th annual AXO Mock Rock through November 7th to the 9th. The Alpha Chi Omega Sorority works in collaboration with the New River Valley Women's Resource Center to support victims of domestic violence. The ladies of AXO were able to raise $21, 882.80 by the combined efforts of the Greek community. About $6,000 of which came directly from fraternal organizations. On November 9th was the Mock Rock Lip Sync Contest. Zeta Psi won best performance, and the final fraternity standings in the entire Mock Rock philanthropy were 1st place Phi Sigma Kappa, 2nd place Delta Sigma Phi, and 3rd place Fiji.

News: Delta Sigma Phi Presents: See-Saw For Life! [RECAP!] (@VTDSPNews)

Better Men. Better Lives

- Delta Sigma Phi Creed

For those of you who are unaware of what this phrase truly means, all you have to do is look at the work that the men of Delta Sigma Phi, here at Virginia Tech, have accomplished with their latest philanthropic effort. Having nearly raised 500 units of blood it seems this group of men can put their mind to anything and make their goal a reality. With this being said, we here at the TG highly encourage all of you to hit the jump to view pictures from the event, as well as, read the official recap on "See-Saw for Life" written by none other than DSP's own, Mario Gazzola

News: Delta Sigma Phi Presents: See-Saw For Life! (@VTDSPNews)

Hey guys! Long time no talk!

I know some people have been itching to hear some of the great things that fraternities across campus are doing, so with that in mind, we here at TG, thought we would start things off on the right foot, with this post featuring the men of Delta Sigma Phi as they try to break a VT record! Hit the jump for a summary on their blood drive written by DSP's own Mario Gazzola, and make sure to join the FB group here!

News: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Presents: Flex Out Hunger [Recap] (@sae1856)

SAE's Flex Out Hunger was one of the year's last philanthropy events held, however it's impact as well as the impact of all of the events, throughout the year, have greatly benefitted many, both in Montgomery County and across the nation. Hit the jump to read a recap written by one of Sigma Alpha Epsilon's own, Brett Simone as well as a few snapshots. 

News: ADPi's Preppy Olympics Recap (@ADPi_VT, @phikappatau, @pikappaphi, @pilambdaphi)

Yesterday, the ladies of Alpha Delta Pi, held their First Annual Preppy Olympics, which is a one day of fun and games, in which fraternity men in their seersuckers and croakies go out and take part in a variety of events ranging from piggyback polo to badminton. Hit the jump to check out some of the hilarity that ensued from the event, as well as final standings.

News: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Presents: Flex Out Hunger (@vtifc, @sae1856)

Do you know where your dining dollars go, at the end of the year?

Back to the school.

Help SAE by donating some of those dollars to local families in need!

Make sure to support The True Gentlemen of Sigma Alpha Epsilon this week, as they undertake their annual philanthropy entitled, "Flex Out Hunger", which benefits the Montgomery County Emergency Assistance Program, which assists local families and individuals in need. Hit the jump to check out the instructions on how to donate, as well as a link to the MCEAP website.

RSVP for the event here.

News: Alpha Phi Alpha Presents: Alpha Service Week [The Phinale]

The True Gentlemen of Alpha Phi Alpha are holding their annual service week this week, in which the men work to both give back to their community, and uphold the esteemed motto of the university, Ut Prosim. Make sure to get in contact with Mike Bray (bray.micheal@gmail.com) if you wish to help contribute to the project in any way.

News: Greek Awards Recap (@VTIFC, @VT_Panhellenic)

What if we told you that Greeks could come together for one night, and recognize one another for both their achievements in the community, the classroom, and as individuals? Would you think it could be accomplished?

Well, that's exactly what took place this past Monday, (April 18th) in Burruss Hall. Virginia Tech's Greek Awards Show took place and several hundred greeks were in attendance as the university's Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council honored the best and brightest of their respective organizations. The event served as a closing ceremony to Greek Week 2011, in which all three councils came together to benefit the Montgomery County Christmas Store, which serves low-income families in Montgomery County during the Christmas season. Key True Gentlemen winners from the night included, Beta Theta Pi, Sigma Chi, Phi Sigma Kappa, Delta Sigma Phi, Pi Kappa Phi, Omega Psi Phi, and more! Hit the jump to check out pictures from award winners, as well as a comprehensive list of all of the night's award winners.