The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement, Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc.
• James Owens (Charleston) - Chief Advancement Officer, Sigma Nu Educational Foundation

Guests for this Episode

• Spencer Montgomery (South Florida) - A Certified Financial and Wealth Management Planner

References and Resources from the Episode

• Sigma Nu Educational Foundation - The general webpage for the Fraternity's Educational Foundation.
• Sigma Nu's Planned Giving Website - A new resource page with free tools to help our alumnus brothers plan their wills and estates.

General Resources

• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement
• Todd Denson (Nicholls State) - Director of Alumni Advisory Programs

Guests for this Episode

• Dino Bozonelos (Cal State San Bernardino) - Division Commander for the Southwest Beta Division
• Bill Geddy (Georgia Southern) - Division Commander for the Southeast Beta Division

Episode References

• Information on Division Commanders - Landing page for the Division Commander section of the sigmanu.org website. Visit this page to learn more about the Fraternity's Division Commanders and discover your chapter's Division Commander.

General Resources

• Alumni Best Practices Library - The Alumni Best Practices Library is a clearing house of ideas, tips, and resources for alumni and volunteers covering everything from managing an Alumni Advisory Board or House Corporation to planning alumni events and support the collegiate chapter.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Justin Wenger (William Jewell) - Sr. Director of Engagement
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement

Episode References

• Valor in Action - This article, written by Past Grand Historian Bob McCully (San Diego State), appeared in the Fall 2013 issue of The Delta magazine. It shares the history and legacy of the Medal of Honor and Sigma Nu's two recipients.
• Congressional Medal of Honor Society Profile - Christian Frank Schilt
• Congressional Medal of Honor Society Profile - Nathan Green Gordon

General Resources

• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement

Guests for this Episode

• Colleen Splitter (Sister of Kappa Alpha Theta) - Chapter Advisor for the Zeta Phi Chapter (Bradley) and parent of current collegiate chapter member.

Episode References

• Information for Parents - A helpful resource for parents of prospective members.

General Resources

• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement

Guests for this Episode

• Brandon Saho (West Virginia) - Sports reporter turned mental health advocate. Brandon currently hosts the podcast The Mental Game, which hosts celebrities, athletes, and entertainers for important conversations about breaking the stigma around seeking support for mental health.

Episode References

• The Mental Game - Access information about Bradon's Podcast - The Mental Game. You can also find the podcast on your favorite streaming platform.

General Resources

• Behind Happy Faces - Program created by the Human Power Project and offered by Sigma Nu Fraternity to provide brothers with the skills and resources to support positive mental health. The Collegiate Member Program is designed for all collegiate members. The Advisor Resource Series is designed specifically for alumni volunteers and collegiate chapter officers.
• Mental Health Quick Takes - Developed in response to the coronavirus pandemic, this video series and accompanying discussion guides address mental health topics critical to successfully navigating times of unique challenges and mental distress.
• To speak with someone immediately, contact National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, contact Lifeline Crisis Chat or contact National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on 800-950-6264 or Text NAMI to 741741.
• If you're ever worried that someone's life is in immediate danger, call 911 or go directly to emergency services.
• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood.

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org.

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement
• Fred Dobry (Indiana State) - Director of Health and Safety

Guests for this Episode

• Dr. Lori Hart - Director of Educational Initiatives for Holmes Murphy & Associates and former Director of Prevention Education for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity

Episode References

• National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments (NCSSLE) - The Center offers information and technical assistance to states, districts, schools, institutions of higher education, and communities focused on improving school climate and conditions for learning.
• Timothy J. Piazza Center for Fraternity and Sorority Research - The center produces actionable data to give practitioners, campuses, and headquarters the evidence needed to enact significant change on their campuses for the over 750,000 members across more than 770 campuses with fraternity and sorority life.
• Sigma Nu's Social Planning Webpage
• Sigma Nu's Educational Programs Webpage

General Fraternity Resources

• Risk Reduction Chairman Officer Resource Page - Webpage hosting resources and best practices for chapter officers.
• Social Planning Guide - The Social Planning Guide includes explanations of policy, a rationale for determining what constitutes a chapter event, event planning templates, examples for managing alcohol and guest lists, and assorted tips for applying risk reduction and safety guidelines.
• Educational Poster Series - A health and safety resource created by the Harm Reduction Alliance. The Alliance creates and distributed educational posters addressing a variety of student health and wellness topics, such as hazing prevention, alcohol consumption, and mental health.
• CommunityEdu - An online educational program that addresses alcohol use, hazing, sexual assault, and mental wellness.
• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1, but applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood. 

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org. 

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement

Guests for this Episode

• Greg Abraham (Arizona) - Former Epsilon Alpha Chapter Commander and IFC President at the University of Arizona. Recognized by the North-American Interfraternity Conference with a 2023 Outstanding IFC President Award. Currently serves on the NIC's IFC Advisory Council.

Episode References

• IFC Resources - Find more information about Interfraternity Councils on the NIC website.

General Fraternity Resources

• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

The Gavel Podcast is the official podcast of Sigma Nu Fraternity, Inc. and is dedicated to keeping you updated on the operations of the Legion of Honor and connecting you to stories from our brotherhood. 

To find out more from the Fraternity, you can always check out our website at www.sigmanu.org. Also consider following us on: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube | Flickr

Have feedback or a question about this episode? Want to submit an idea for a future topic you'd like to see covered? Contact the Gavel Podcast team at news@sigmanu.org. 

Hosts for this Episode

• Christopher Brenton (North Carolina State) - Director of Communications
• Adam Girtz (North Dakota State) - Director of Engagement

Guests for this Episode

• Dillon Basse (Jacksonville) - Frontman and lead vocalist for indie rock band, Flipturn (stylized as flipturn)

Episode References

• flipturn Band Website - Find more information about the band, flipturn, including upcoming tour dates and locations.

General Fraternity Resources

• Prospective Member Referral - Do you know a young man who would be an ideal candidate for Sigma Nu? Please submit a membership referral.
• Employment and Staff Hiring Resources - If you are interested in learning more about working for the Fraternity as a consultant. Please visit the employment webpage for resources and access to the position application. The application deadlines are October 15 and March 1. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.