Alumni Weekend As you may remember in order to avoid other events during Alumni Weekend it has been moved to the fall. This year it is scheduled for October 5th to October 7th, 2012, which coincides with the Chico Experience.

Coming Soon, Alumni Fundraising Month! The Graduate Council is making an ongoing effort to raise much need funds for the Phi Tau House and Chapter. There are many expenses associated with maintaining the house that the rent money just does not cover. An example are the fences that were recently built. The fence cost approximately $2500 and the money was raised at the silent auction at the reunion in 2008. This fence now keeps out the transients and others who were coming onto the property at all hours. The rear property line fence will need to be replaced this next summer and will probably also cost several thousand dollars, even if we do the work ourselves. Another example is the 3rd floor urinal flush valve failed to shut off for several minutes during alumni weekend. Parts of the house were flooded all the way down to the first floor. Although the damage was eventually determined to be minimal,an insurance claim was made and the BOSF was required to pay the deductable of $2500. Sections of dry wall needed to be replaced and the affected areas were dried to prevent further damage. There are several ways you can donate. We realize times are tough for many people right now, but please consider a donation to the BOSF, even if it is $20. All donations made to the BOSF are tax deductible. (1) A check can be mailed to the BOSF at P.O. Box 65 Woodland, CA 95776 (2) You can donate by credit card on Paypal by going to the donation page BE ENTERTAINED WHILE SUPPORTING THE CHAPTER Beta Omega alum Mike Oliver (’59) has just published a work of fiction. “Through the Headlights: An Auto-Biography” is the story of Leroy, whose adventures are described by 17 cars he owns throughout his lifetime. It is based on the premise that cars are not simply inert machines. In fact, they offer helpful suggestions and some philosophical insight to Leroy as he matures, especially when he faces a crisis late in his life. It’s a lighthearted, humorous, anecdotal read, but includes some pithy and thought-provoking observations as well. Mike has made a generous offer to Beta Omega. He will donate $5.00 to the chapter for each copy of his book purchased by any Phi Kappa Tau member, whether active or an alum. Great gift idea, too! Visit his website Henway Publishing for more information on "Through the Headlights". Be sure to review the comments on the site’s blog as well. You can order a copy on the website’s Book Store tab or mail a check for $20 to Mike at PO Box 341, Oakville CA 94562. Tax and shipping are included. Please add “PKT” after your name or on your check to ensure your contribution is credited. Contact Information As always please add or update your Contact Information so that you will receive alumni news and updates and also keep apprised of the status of the active chapter. Also check out the Alumni Directory page to make sure it has the correct information. It can be updated at the Contact Information page as well.

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