The Stetson Reporter

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The recommendation calls for plans to develop "housing and related social facilities for the two men's fraternities currently not located in this area-Alpha Tau Omega (chartered 198?) and Phi Sigma Kappa (chartered 1974, re- colonized 1984)." According to Marlowe, the facilities should, be completed by September 1, 1988. Plans and financing will be developed cooperatively between Stetson and the respective fraternity alumni house corporations regarding the facilities and furnishings of the two houses. The Trustees approved the proposal developed by a Task Force on Greek Housing. Members included President Pope Duncan, President-Elect H. Douglas Lee and Chuck Johnson, Director of Physical Plant. The proposal stated a need to update the original resolution of the Board in 1962, stating that all houses for all social fraternities for men would be located in the present Fraternity Row area by September 1967. These houses were occupied in 1962, with the exception of Delta Sigma Phi, who transfered ownership of the current W. University apartments to Stetson in 1966 in exchange for a parcel in the Fraternity Housing Area for possible future development. Marlowe said the fraternity originally built what is now known as the W. University apartments and occupied the off campus houses for many years. In September 1984, the Board also gave Delta Sigma Phi an option to purchase another parcel adjoining their property in preparation for an impending building campaign which to date continues in progress. Two additional fraternities were chartered since the initial construction of Fraternity Row. Phi Sigma Kappa currently resides in two adjacent University-owned houses on East Minnesota Avenue. Alpha Tau Omega currently occupies an off-campus rental house with nine members in residence on West Minnesota Avenue across from Davis Hall. According to University reports, "These housing arrangements for both groups have not been satisfactory in terms of University supervision and of their own operation. It is to be preferred that (continued on p. 1) 1986 Stetson graduate hit, killed by freight train By JOHN HUNT Reporter Editor A 1986 Stetson University graduate was killed instantly when he was hit by a freight train early Tuesday near DeLand while he and other unidentified persons were apparently playing a game commonly known as "chicken." David Thomas Fussell, 23, of Brooker, was reportedly standing on the Seaboard Railroad tracks just south of Deerfoot Road at about 1:15 a.m. as a northbound train approached, according to Volusia County Sheriff's Investigator Neal Forren. Fussell, who apparently did not jump in time, was struck and thrown into an embankment a short distance away, the investigator said; The Seabord train engineer reportedly saw people standing on the track, sounded the engine's horn several times and braked,,but had no chance of stopping in time, Forren reported. The long freight train was traveling at 47 mph when it hit Fussell. About sk or seven people witnessed the accident beside the tracks, Forren said. According to Dean of Student Affairs E. Garth Jenkins, an official police report of the accident has not been prepared as of yet, although police are waiting for an autopsy report. Jenkins, who was notified approximately 2:00 a.m. Tuesday morning, said a group of people were playing a game traditionally called "chicken." "I've heard the term immortality used," he added. According to Jenkins, the University currently has no names of the individuals involved, although the Sheriff's Department has asked that four students be contacted for questioning. Jenkins also said someone fell down and hurt his head at the time of the'incident. He was taken to the emergency room at W. Volusia Memorial, treated, and later released. "We understand there were some beer cans lying where they were," Jenkins added. Fussell, a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, was living in Gainesville seeking a master's degree at University of Florida and bad apparently been in DeLand visiting friends on Tuesday. "It was definitely not a fraternity related event," said Jenkins, "a (continued on p. 7) David Thomas•- Fas-sell, 23, ,of Breaker* Florida, a 1» graduate of Stetson' University,: -died early Tuesday morning near DeLand. Fussell graduated from Stetson In. May with a bachektf's degree in Psychology, and was/ living in' (JsioesviBe working towards a master's degree at University of Florida and looking For an internship in stage scene design. Active ^ia & number of .Stover Theater- productions' during' his years at Stetson, Pussell wrote .a number of one act plays. He was known to friends ass talented actor.,. vocalist,' guitarist,- singer . mi- composer. Fnssefl's last starring rote was an aging pbywrite iti' "Death Trap" last Spring.. ■'■' . Fussell was-a member of U» ; Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. He was,the test charter member to ■ gradnate from Stetson! He m survived by Ms parents, Mr. ■and. Mrs. Asa David 'Fussell of Brooker, FtoriSa-. Funeral services ware bfiid Thursday afternoon in Bsoeker. A memorial service is.scheduled at 8 pan. Monday In Stover TSiaater. SUB welcomes Electric Zoot Silt today By MELODY LMDSEY Staff Writer The meeting of the Stetson Union Board, SUB, was called to order at 6:37 p.m., Monday evening, September 22. SUB began making plans for entertainment events which will occur throughout the fall semester. Students are encouraged to participate in as many of these events as possible. Laura McCarthy, President of SUB, began her report by reading a letter from the Greenfeather Committee, which was sent to all organizations around campus. This letter requested a" representative from SUB to enable- the two organizations to communicate easily. This representative would be responsible for keeping SUB informed on the progress of the Greenfeather Committee. The Vice President then reported that the SUB events cards had been printed by the print shop, and twenty blocks were available for events throughout the semester. The idea of Happy Hours on campus was discussed. In the past, these events received favorable response from1 many of the students. The Treasurer's report was given and a copy of the current budget was passed out to all the members. The Chairman 'of the Concerts Committee reported that the necessary contracts had been received for a laser light show which will be presented Saturday night, October 18. There will be two 70 minute shows which will occur at 9 p.m. and midnight. The prices for tickets will be discussed later. All students and the public are invited to come view this fascinating event. (eontamedoiip.?)