2008 Woodie Awards
Event raises money for philanthropy
Michael Stone
Issue date: 4/3/08 Section: News
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The fraternity will continue raising money today from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. with "Pie a Pi Kapp."
"Our hot dog sale has become somewhat of a tradition in our chapter," said Nick Oliver, Pi Kappa Phi president. "This will be our third annual hot dog sale, but this will be our first time trying 'Pie a Pi Kapp.'"
Push America's purpose is to "enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities," its Web site states. Push America is the only existing philanthropy founded and run by a national fraternity.
Hot dogs and soft drinks were sold for $1 on Wednesday, while the same amount was charged for throwing a pie at a member of the fraternity.
"There has been no actual set monetary goal," Oliver said. "We do, however, hope to make between $500 and $1,000 over the course of two days. Any contribution is greatly appreciated, and it all goes to helping students with disabilities."
The money will be used to fund service projects in the Middle Tennessee area. They will consist of constructing wheelchair ramps, building disabled-friendly playgrounds and other projects for people with disabilities.
"The Pi Kapp's at Middle Tennessee State have a good, strong chapter," said Rodney Clements, director of chapter services for Push America. "I'm glad that they're raising money for Push America. They have historically been a strong chapter in terms of the philanthropy."
The fraternity members received comments from those who bought hot dogs, including Lisa Colosimo, undeclared sophomore.
"It was a convenient way between classes to grab a bite to eat," Colosimo said. "The hot dogs are really juicy and great."
The event was created and organized by Steven Elrod and Michael Foster, two members of the fraternity.
"This is really going to help out people with disabilities," Elrod said.
The fraternity is looking into other possible events for the semester to raise money for Push America.
"We are looking into doing a 48-hour scaffold sit, as well as other service projects," Oliver said.
People do not have to be in the fraternity to help out with Push America.
"[To get involved,] simply contact our Push chairman, Matt Clyde, for information about upcoming events," said Oliver. "He can be reached at our Web site, mtpkp.com."
The MTSU chapter of Pi Kappa Phi was chartered in 2003. Since then, the chapter has received several awards, including the Master Chapter Award.
"Recently, we were honored with the Master Chapter Award by our national headquarters for espousing the qualities chapter-wide in character, leadership, sportsmanship and service," said Chris Johnson, Pi Kappa Phi member and former president.
"This award is an honor we can all be proud of and I look forward to winning it again next year. The award currently resides in the alumni room of the chapter house."
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