2008 Scholarship Recipients Announced
During Pi Lambda Phi’s International Fraternity 113th Annual Convention, held in Richmond, VA., the Board of Trustees of the Pi Lambda Phi Educational Foundation announced the offering of three scholarships to qualified undergraduate brothers for the coming fall 2008 semester. The Educational Foundation is proud to continue its commitment toward helping grow future leaders through its educational and scholarship programs. All scholarships issued by the Foundation are based on, but not limited to, an applicant’s service to fraternity and community, academic achievement, and financial need. Scholarships were awarded to Brother Ben Schaefer - OH Beta Tau at Baldwin-Wallace and Brother Bryant Nelson - VA Omicron Zeta at Virginia Tech.
Brother Ben Schaefer is entering his senior year at Baldwin-Wallace College, seeking to complete his degree in Political Science, International Studies, and History. Initiated a brother in 2006, Mr. Schaefer holds a current GPA of 3.77, has acted as his chapter’s New Member Educator and Fundraising Chair and has actively participated on multiple fraternal and campus committees. Additionally, he is a member of the Order of Omega, Baldwin Wallace’s Dean’s List, and has held BW offices as Student Body Vice-President, Student Senate President, and the Admissions Office Head Student Coordinator. This summer, Brother Schaefer is working as an Educational Programs Intern for the Cleveland Council on World Affairs, preparing briefings for Model United National students.
Brother Bryant Nelson is entering his junior year at Virginia Tech University. He majors in Biology, and holds a current GPA of 3.64. Mr. Nelson has been his chapter’s Philanthropy and Academic Chairman. He has participated in multiple community, campus and fraternal programs and committees, is a member of the American Medical Students Association and one of its mentors, and holds honors on V-Tech’s Dean’s List, the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, and the National Honors Society. He is planning to attend medical school and becoming a doctor. In the coming semester, Brother Nelson is hoping to start a tutoring group, to aid his chapter brothers’ study ethics and practices.
The third scholarship presented was designated by the Foundation’s Trustees as The Stanley L. Klunder, H.B. Leadership Scholarship, named for, and in honor of, the Foundation’s recent past president and past International Fraternity President, Stan Klunder. Mr. Klunder has truly exemplified “Not Four Years, But a Lifetime” through his 34 years of service to the Fraternity. The scholarship, awarded for the first time this year, considers all the qualifications needed for receiving a Foundation scholarship, but also weighs the leadership qualities and talents of the individual and how well he has utilized them. The first annual Stanley L. Klunder, H.B. Leadership Scholarship was awarded to Brother Josh Kahn - NC Omega Beta
at the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill.
Brother Josh Kahn is entering his senior year at UNC-Chapel Hill, and holds a 3.5 GPA while majoring in Business Finance. Initiated a brother in 2005, Josh has served as his chapter’s Rex, KOE, Philanthropy Chair and a member of its Standards Board. Additionally, he has participated on multiple committees, including Rush, Events, Alumni Planning and has assisted with the revamping of the pledge process for NC Omega Beta. Josh illustrates superior qualities in leadership both fraternally and on campus, and has additionally served as President of the Fraternity Trade Association and Senior Member of Honor Court.
More information on the Educational Foundation and its scholarship program can be found at Foundation Scholarships. | 
