Matt Maranto’s Lifelong Commitment to Service
“I always tell people my degree says engineering, but I majored in Fraternity.” Matt Maranto (Embry-Riddle, ‘85) arrived at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach campus in 1981 with little interest in joining a fraternity, let alone Lambda Chi Alpha. He admits he had a lot of misconceptions about what Fraternity/Sorority Life really was. That changed thanks to […]
A Life of Leadership – Ralph Wilhelm and Omicron Zeta
Each year, Cornell University recognizes one individual from their vast group of alumni volunteers who have demonstrated outstanding service to the university and their communities through the Frank H.T. Rhodes Exemplary Alumni Service Award. Over the years, four members of Lambda Chi Alpha have received this prestigious honor, a testament to the lasting impact the […]
Lambda Chi Alpha’s Anti-Hazing Stance
From the birth of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, this organization has prided itself on standing out from the rest. Throughout our history, we have taken strides to allow for all those who join to feel welcomed and like they are a part of something bigger than themselves. Countless leaders have been shaped through the Lambda […]
Undergrad Spotlight: What Makes a Leader?
Throughout history, countless individuals have tried to put their own spin on what it means to be an effective leader. But in the end, one can find an understanding of their ability to lead by answering two simple questions: is there an effective following behind me that has earned my trust, or am I simply […]
Lambda Chi Alpha Launches Groundbreaking Program
Leadership Skills Certification Academy (LSCA) to increase employment opportunities for college grads by providing digital badging credentials to attract potential employers CARMEL, IN — Feb. 7, 2022 — Today, Lambda Chi Alpha, one of the largest fraternities in North America, launched the widespread collegiate rollout of its Leadership Skills Certification Academy (LSCA), an innovative online training […]
SAC Spotlight: Robert Wulff
Robert Wulff (Missouri University of Science & Technology, ’21) was unsure if college was in his future. During his last year of high school, Wulff ran into health complications to the point where he was unable to attend classes. Ultimately, this put Wulff behind his classmates, pushing his graduation to the end of summer. When […]
SAC Spotlight: Jonah Mudse
From the moment Jonah Mudse (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), ’22) signed his bid card to join Lambda Chi Alpha, he knew he had found a home away from home. Originally from Ohio, Mudse’s family moved to California right before he entered college. Mudse fell in love with the way of life at RPI in New […]
LCA 101: Understanding the High Rho and High Epsilon Positions
In this second-to-last installment of our LCA 101 series, we are focusing on the offices of High Rho and High Epsilon. The High Rho is each chapter’s link to Lambda Chi alumni, while the High Epsilon plays an important role in the social development and participation of the members. But how does each office complete […]
“Greek Life as Vehicle for Big Changes”: Vanderbilt Brother Utilizes Officer Position for Social Change
The diversity and human collage of New York served as the backdrop for much of Jack Mok’s (Vanderbilt, ’22) childhood and high school career. But when he moved to Nashville and Vanderbilt University, Mok was unsure of how he could remain true to his identity. As a prestigious Chancellor’s Scholarship recipient, Mok looked forward to […]
Mental Health Spotlight: Dr. Fred Kam
As a practicing physician at Auburn University, Dr. Fred Kam witnesses the mental health struggles college students face every day firsthand. Since the pandemic, Kam has seen more and more students approach him with physical complaints for which there is no biochemical reason. “We know that mental health affects your physical health,” Kam said. “It […]
