SPRING 2025
XI LITES
BUILDING COMMUNITY AT ROANOKE COLLEGE
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s brothers of the Xi Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi, we are versed in the shared values, standards and goals set by the National Headquarters. Alumni and undergraduate brothers should strive to become exceptional leaders and take advantage of uncommon opportunities in the communities we reside in and serve. As members of the Xi Chapter Alumni Association, we are focused on building community with our undergraduate members by identifying opportunities for joint involvement. This is accomplished through fostering relationships, mentoring and working together on activities that benefit both groups and Roanoke College. This fall, the undergraduate chapter arrives back on campus, and must have a plan to execute an effective rush for new members. Bids go out by mid-October. This timeline makes competition for the attention of the incoming freshman class fierce. In determining ways to work together for a successful rush, we have scheduled a joint tailgate on September 6, 2025, for the Roanoke College football season-opening home game at Salem Stadium. The game starts at 2 p.m., and the tailgate will begin at 11:30 a.m. We alumni can have a significant impact through strong attendance and our additional resources, making this a quality rush event.
best way to attract new students in the coming years. College demographics indicate a decline in collegeage students, particularly academically eligible men at Roanoke College. Recruiting football players and the implementation of a marching band program and cheerleaders should certainly help. Alumni can play a crucial role by showing up for various sporting events and showing their enthusiasm for Roanoke College. As a result, Roanoke College benefits from a strong Pi Kappa Phi presence, enhancing our overall leadership position among Greek organizations. Mark your calendars for September 6, 2025, and look for more details to be emailed in August. If you want to get more involved in supporting this event or getting involved in the Xi Chapter Alumni Association, feel free to contact me via email or by phone at (540) 353-1519. Yours in Pi Kappa Phi,
Mark Edgell, '78
Our attendance as a Pi Kapp community in large numbers at select athletic events supports the success of the Roanoke College community. Roanoke College’s commitment to increasing the number of sports programs in the past few years was identified as the
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