Alpha Kappa Phi Remaining Loyal "Remaining loyal to the ideals which were set forth by the first executive council," was the backbone of Alpha Kappa Phi for 1984. Completing its first year as a men's social club with a membership of eleven, officer James Gilpin stated that, "Being limited in size only brought each member closer to one another." Alpha Kappa Phi grew closer as they directed their activities toward Christ. Fellowship was a major part of their year and it was combined with other events which strengthend them in other areas. During the spring, Alpha Kappa Phi gathered their athletes together and sent a softball team into action. They proved their ability wasn't limited to outside activities when they captured the second place trophy in club bowling. The semester concluded with Alpha Kappa Phi's spring banquet in Batesvi lle. The site of the special evening was 'That Place." The members and their dates enjoyed an evening filled with food and entertainment. When the fall semester rolled around after a busy summer, Alpha Kappa Phi was ready to start the ir second full semester as a club. Again they coordinated efforts and athletes aimed their goals in a new direction. Football was chosen to be the sport to represent them. During induction, Alpha Kappa Phi limited their size, only inducting two new members. These new members immediatley joined in the spooky fun when Alpha Kappa Phi celebrated Halloween at the home of sponsor Dr. Bill Ryan. The spirit carried by Alpha Kappa Phi continued to grow as members got to know each other better. The year and future goals were summed up by Gilpin when he said, "by sticking to our guns we will accomplish our main goal; to have a true Christian fellowship." ia~ Alpha Kappa Phi. Front row: Miller-queen, Gums-queen. Back row; Ryan-sponsor, Kisseberth, Lockwood, Harpe, Gilpin, Sweitzer, Walters, Nance, Thompson, Jones, Partlow. - photo by Wes Holland. "Can You Believe That?" James Gilpin asks Craig Kisseberth this question during club bowling. - photo by James McCreary. AK¢ Brothers and friends Alpha Kappa Phi 91
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