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How Kevin Lynn, Penn State ’92, is helping thousands of students connect with their environment through Trout in the Classroom
This February, Gamma Rho stepped into a professional setting for a chapter retreat focused on our Launch Careers pillar. Through resume development, career pathway planning, and insights from industry leader Lance Rhine, members gained practical tools for life after college while strengthening their brotherhood.
Across eight countries and a lifetime of service, Jeff Ogren, Illinois State ’89, has built a leadership philosophy rooted in responsibility, trust, and strengthening the communities leaders serve.
This fall, Delta Sigma Phi launched its inaugural Courage and Culture Retreat: a hands-on weekend focused on brotherhood, values-driven decision making, and building healthier chapter environments. From conflict resolution to a realistic social simulation, the program gave undergraduates meaningful space to reflect, connect, and rethink chapter norms. Early feedback shows high enthusiasm and a desire to bring these lessons home. Plans for additional regional retreats are already underway.
Delta Sigma Phi’s Career Accelerator returned for its second year with powerful momentum, bringing brothers from across the country to Seattle from November 14–16, 2025. Hosted at Surf Incubator in the heart of downtown, this year’s program combined immersive employer experiences, individualized skill-building, and meaningful networking to help undergraduates accelerate their careers with confidence and clarity.
Through team-building, reflection, and leadership development, Alpha Gamma’s Membership Experience Retreat pilot highlights how chapters are bringing Pursue Education to life across the country.
Travis Walker, Texas State ’16, was recently named to the 40 Under 40 list by the Southeast Texas Young Professionals Organization. He credits his leadership roles within Delta Sigma Phi for shaping him into the leader he is today both in the classroom and in his community.
Delta Sigma Phi has partnered with RealResponse, a leading anonymous reporting platform, to strengthen member well-being, accountability, and support across the Fraternity.
At the 67th Biennial Convention in Denver, John Jenkins, Virginia ’84, was elected National President of Delta Sigma Phi. In his acceptance speech, Jenkins shared stories from his decades of brotherhood, honored the leaders and mentors who shaped his journey, and underscored the importance of relationships in building strong men and a stronger fraternity. With a clear call to action, he urged brothers to embrace the hard work ahead and commit to making the “Next Era” of Delta Sig its greatest yet.
Stephen Pepoon, Alpha Upsilon ’75, brought humor and heart to millions through his Emmy-winning TV writing and co-creation of The Wild Thornberrys.
Brother Pat Stephens, Wisconsin-La Crosse ’67, has been awarded the Service Above Self Award—the highest recognition for service given by Rotary International. Named for Rotary’s motto “Service Above Self", the award is bestowed on fewer than 150 members worldwide. He has been a Rotarian for 35 years, serving as president of Rotary Club of La Crosse East, and is widely known for his leadership of Rotary Lights.