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Acacia Extends a Hand for School Fitness Challenge
9/30/2009
 | | Brs. Andrew Brockelman '09 and Tyler Oblinger '09 volunteer at Northview Elementary School last fall. |
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MANHATTAN, KS – As one of the three ideals that shapes and molds K-State Acacia Fraternity, Human Service is always at the heart and soul of its members. The willingness to give back never drowns out, and the spirit of helping others is close at heart.
Twelve Men of Acacia volunteered their early morning hours on Saturday, September 19th to help with the Manhattan School Fitness Challenge. Members of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, Acacia's 2009 Homecoming partners, also participated in the event, making it a memorable social experience as well.
Several Brothers served at the registration tables to check in hundreds of students from Manhattan and around the state for the event. Others helped as course marshals and awarded prizes to the students finishing the race.
"I hope others in the Manhattan community realize how dedicated Acacia is to Human Service and how the Chapter is always willing to help when needed," said Br. Austin Enns '09 about the opportunities of community service events. "Acacians are called to go above and beyond in taking an active part in the community."
Br. Enns has emphasized truly how important Human Service is for the community of Manhattan. Under the direction of Philanthropy Chair Enns and the external committee, K-State Acacia plans to participate in one Chapter-based community service event each month. A highlight of one of the Chapter’s biggest events of the year, the annual Drive-By-Raking, is quickly approaching in late November.
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Kansas State Chapter of Acacia Fraternity
One of the four original fraternities at Kansas State in 1913, Acacia Fraternity's rich tradition includes five buildings on campus named after Acacians including Seaton, Willard, Waters, Ford and Bushnell Halls. With leadership as a main cornerstone, Acacia Fraternity at Kansas State has been recognized as a leading chapter in human service events, alumni support, and scholarship excellence. Acacia believes in providing members with an alcohol-free, family environment dedicated to lifelong improvement in leadership, scholarship and character.
Contact: Chris Dolezal, Secretary
2005 Hunting Avenue
Manhattan, KS 66502
cdolezal@ksu.edu
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