Sigma Chi: On April 17 the Sigs are hosting a discussion on alcohol intervention with Dean Cleveland, Assistant Director of Residence Life Sean Gehrke and the resident directors. Also, the house is busy applying for their national Peterson Award, which recognizes outstanding chapters.

Phi Delta Theta: On Tuesday the Phis had their Battle of the Bands fund-raiser, which featured the Band Before Time, Lucid Dream, Danger Mermaid, The Tender Hips, Mad Notes, Funk in the Trunk and the Raptivists. All proceeds from the event went to local charities. Last week the Phis hosted their traveling leadership consultant and conducted a formal chapter.

Beta Theta Phi: On Wednesday the Betas hosted History Professor David Schmitz, who spoke on the historical significance of baseball in American society. The Betas are in the process of renovating their chapter room and just installed a new speaker system. Jack Johnson, anyone? DMB perhaps?

Tau Kappa Epsilon: Last Friday the TKEs participated in a successful spring Red Cross blood drive, exceeding goal by four units. The house is hosting their spring scholarship dinner on Thursday. The chapter is also in the process of planning a chapter-wide Habitat for Humanity event.

Kappa Alpha Theta: Last Saturday the Thetas collaborated with the Phis on a wetland restoration project. The Thetas are beginning to prepare for their fall Cakes for CASA fund-raiser.

Kappa Kappa Gamma: The Kappas are beginning to plan their annual Mr. Whitman fund-raiser. This year’s event will allow contestants to submit proposals for a receiving charity. Also, the chapter plans to take applications from independent men, a departure from previous practice. The Kappas are also working on their summer retreat and are excited for their upcoming Inspiration Week which starts on April 14.

Delta Gamma: On April 11 the DGs are participating in a highway cleanup with the Phis. They are finishing up their final quilting project.