IU Pikes Delta Xi Chapter - Alumni Association

08/24/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we are writing this post about our brother, Mark Frankel (Delta Xi '09) who passed away on August 1.

Mark graduated from the Kelley School of Business and moved to San Francisco after graduation, where he spent the span of his career working for healthcare tech companies as a program manager. A voracious reader, Mark also enjoyed music, hiking, travel, and playing golf, albeit not well. Mark especially enjoyed spending time with his group of friends, hosting dinner parties for them and cooking Thanksgiving dinner for his family. He also volunteered as a cook with 18 Reasons, a non-profit cooking school. Mark was a huge sports fan and loved rooting for all Pittsburgh teams.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mark's memory may be made to JFCS (Jewish Family Community Services), 5743 Bartlett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, and to 18 Reasons, 3674 18th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110.

08/19/2026

🍂🏈 FALL ALUMNI TAILGATE IS BACK!

It’s time to return to Bloomington! Join the brothers and alumni for a great fall weekend as we take on USC. Reconnect with old friends, make new memories, and enjoy another IU football Saturday together.

📍 Bloomington, IN
🏈 IU vs. USC
🍻 Alumni • Brothers • Friends

More details coming soon but RSVP now through the link below! Mark your calendars and get ready to be back in Bloomington! 🔴⚪

https://forms.gle/fqcHCnSJ3XVBwLuj8

08/12/2026

https://www.supportnow.org/george-hoye

Support George’s Heart Journey: LVAD Surgery & Care

THE SITUATION

Three weeks ago, with no prior symptoms or indication of any health challenges, George (Delta Xi '19; past chapter president & previous MHQ staffer) went to the hospital in Austin, TX, with shortness of breath and chest discomfort. These symptoms turned out to be Stage D CHF(congestive heart failure). Within days, his condition escalated into cardiogenic shock, requiring ICU care, extensive testing, and dialysis for his kidneys.

The cardiac team diagnosed George with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy (NIDCM), the result of a congenital heart defect he has likely had since birth.

To keep his heart pumping, George needs an LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device). The surgery is scheduled for Monday, July 27. While this implanted device will save his life, the road ahead involves complex pre-testing, major surgery, intensive care, and long-term recovery.

WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP

The financial impact on George and his family is overwhelming and immediate. Your support will go directly toward:

Medical Expenses: Surgery, ICU stay, long-term care, and ongoing treatments.

A New Living Arrangement: George currently lives in a small studio apartment. To accommodate the in-home care and family assistance required after surgery, he will need to transition into a larger, accessible space.

Family Travel & Relocation: Bill and Kitty (George’s parents) and George’s siblings, Katie and Charlie, dropped everything to be at his bedside in Austin. The cost of emergency travel, lodging, and living away from home is mounting quickly.

THE GOOD NEWS

Through it all, George has stayed remarkably positive (so much so that the nurses are competing to be on his care team!). He is receiving world-class medical attention, surrounded by extraordinary care providers, a devoted family, and a wonderful network of friends bridging Texas and the Midwest.

When life gives you lemons, you need the whole tribe to help shake the tree.

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT GEORGE

Donate: Every contribution helps offset life-saving surgery, recovery expenses, and family travel.

Share: Please share this page with your friends, family, and networks to expand George’s support circle.

Prayers & Words of Encouragement: Leave a message below for George and the family—your support and positive energy mean the world to them right now.

Support George’s Heart Journey: LVAD Surgery & CareThe SituationThree weeks ago, with no prior symptoms or indication of any health challenges, George went to the hospital in Austin, TX, with shortness of breath and chest discomfort. These symptoms turned out to be Stage D CHF(congestive heart

05/28/2026

Dust off your golf clubs and join us for a day full of fun and friendly competition this Summer in Fishers, IN at the River Glen Golf Course (12010 Clubhouse Drive, Fishers, IN 46038). LAST DAY TO RSVP & PAY IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3!

A great day of golf, networking, and fun is waiting for you! This event is inclusive for golfers and non-golfers alike - all skill levels are welcome. Join us and also learn more about the NEW HOUSING OPPORTUNITY!

*Please note that once you RSVP, someone from the association will reach out regarding payment (due upon registration).

https://iupikesalumnisummer.rsvpify.com/

05/14/2026

The Delta Xi Alumni Association and House Corporation invite you to join us in Chicago for a casual alumni gathering to learn more about an exciting housing opportunity for Delta Xi at Indiana University.

This gathering is an opportunity to rally around the future of Delta Xi, reconnect with fellow alumni and learn more about the housing vision that could serve generations of Pikes to come.

Whether you have been closely involved or simply want to hear more, we would be grateful to have you there. Please make plans to join us, and feel free to invite another Delta Xi alumnus.

RSVP here (forms.gle/ytHebfDvhJTaEsKC9) or by emailing the President of the Alumni Association, Bill Phan, at [email protected].

05/12/2026

Reminder that our Summer Alumni Outing is a month away and our deadline to RSVP for the golf outing is Sunday, May 31st! Sun’s out, swings are in, and the Hoosier spirit is strong ☀️⛳️⚾️

The Delta Xi Alumni Association is bringing the crew back together for our annual summer outing—teeing off on the golf course in the morning and cheering on the Indianapolis Indians under the lights in the evening.

Great friends, great competition, and a perfect summer day—doesn’t get much better than this. RSVP link in our bio!

03/17/2026

🏀 Delta Xi March Madness Bracket Challenge Fundraiser 🏀

How it works:
• $5 per bracket
• Up to 15 brackets per person
• Submit your bracket through ESPN using the link below
• Pay via Venmo (Pike_DeltaXi_AA) or Zelle ([email protected])

💡Don’t miss out: Submit multiple brackets to cover different upset scenarios.
🔗Join the ESPN pool! [Password: 1868]

💰 Payouts:
🥇 1st Place: 40% of the pot
🥈 2nd Place: 10% of the pot
🚒 Alumni Fundraiser: 50% of the pot
📅 Deadline:
All brackets must be submitted before the first game tips off on Thursday (3/19)!

When paying, include your name + number of brackets in the payment note.

You've been invited to join Delta Xi Alumni Bracket Challenge and play ESPN's Men's Tournament Challenge

03/03/2026

Thank you to all the alumni that joined us yesterday for our local Founders Day celebrations in Indianapolis & Chicago! (Chicago took the photo a little late so everyone in attendance is not pictured).

Here is to another 158 years of Pi Kappa Alpha!

02/20/2026

Did you catch our most recent newsletter that went out last week? Get updated on what is going on with the Alumni Association, the chapter and our Alumni Spotlight featuring Bryan Vaughn (Delta Xi '89).

We have a ton of upcoming in person and virtual events planned for 2026 and would love to see you all there!

We use MailChimp for our newsletters so if you didn't receive it, check your spam and be sure to mark it as "not spam" and save the email to continue receiving them. There is also a digital copy that can be accessed through the link below:
https://mailchi.mp/9cde04ad118d/winter-2026-alumni-association-newsletter

02/17/2026

Join us for our first of many virtual seminars geared towards current undergraduate members and young professionals looking to learn more about enhancing their resumes, LinkedIn and best interview practices!

This seminar will be hosted by two Delta Xi alumnus that have paved their ways in the recruiting world - Eric Hudson & Zach Williams.

Interested in joining? Either comment on this post or email us at [email protected] so that we can send you the Google Meets link!