The Lambda Zeta chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha was awarded the 2007 Dean’s Cup at the FSL Awards Ceremony on May 12.  After being recognized for excellence in programming, chapter management, citizenship, membership development, and community relations, the brothers of Pi Kappa Alpha hoisted the Dean’s Cup over their heads for the second year in a row.   Pike’s athletic supremacy over the past year was also acknowledged with the presentation of the 2007 IFC Cup.  Individually, Kevin Glover was named the IFC Athlete of the Year, while Dan Vignola was recognized as the IFC Varsity Athlete of the Year.  The first annual Relay for Life event ran by Pike in 2007 was named the most successful IFC philanthropic event. For the first time, the Greek Dragon Award was presented to Josh Murphy; rewarding his outstanding vision, leadership, and dedication to the betterment of the Greek community.  Rich Bukowczyk successfully completed the Chapter Achievement Plan for his second year in a row, and the brotherhood would like to thank him for his hard work and time he put into the application.

Pi Kappa Alpha once again came out on top as Greek Week Champions at Drexel University.  The brothers jumped out of the gate with dominating performances in both Flag Football and the Pipino 5k Run and never looked back. Early in the week, their chariot was pulled to a first place victory, while Greg Ferrara was victorious in the Over 180lb Arm Wrestling Competition. Rick Schlesinger sped Pike to an easy victory in the Tricycle Race, while Luke Hippel took home second in the Pizza Eating Contest.  For the first time in chapter history, Pi Kappa Alpha won both Stroll Step Stroll and Talent Show in the same year due to the hard work put forth by John Galleo and the other members involved. The week ended as it started, as the Pike tug team pulled their way to victory for the second straight year.  We would like to recognize Bryant Nelson for the time he put in as Greek Week chair, and hope to bring home a fourth trophy next year.

This past weekend, the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity hosted the second annual Relay For Life at Drexel University. I must say that it was a great success! Our original goal was $25,000. We almost doubled that. The event ended up raising $42,097.42, had 38 teams registered, and over 300 participants. With the weather forecast calling for thunderstorms all weekend, it was decided to move the event in to the Armory located on Drexel's campus. Despite this last minute decision, there was still an amazing turnout. With guest speakers House of Representatives James R. Roebuck Jr. and Drexel's basketball coach Bruiser Flint, the event ran smoothly and was well-enjoyed by all the participants. This was made even more evident by the amount of people that stayed to the very end and then stated that they hoped this event would be held for years to come. This event couldn't have been completed without the support of the entire campus, students, faculty, and organizations alike. Events like this show that despite differences in organizations individuals can come together for a worthwhile cause.

For an update of the event, which includes our total amount (which still keep going up!), you can go to www.events.cancer.org/RFLPADREXEL .