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Our Newest Members Chase Carpenter, Michael Cerny, Aaron Dropp, Zak Griffa, and Jeremy Heim
My name is Chase Carpenter, and I am proud to be a new member of the MSOE Chapter of Triangle. During my senior year of high school I applied to MSOE just because my counselor thought it would be a good idea. Thankfully, I got a good amount of financial aid and was able to attend MSOE, majoring in Biomedical Engineering. I found the organization of Triangle one weekend when I walked over to the house. The aspect I like the most about Triangle is that it is run entirely by its members and, therefore, the members can shape it to be what they want it to be. Since joining Triangle I have made many new friends and I have done very well scholastically thanks in part to the help of my brothers and mentors. I look forward to being an active member of this chapter while achieving my degree at MSOE. Chase Carpenter Biomedical Engineering ‘11
Architectural Engineering Student ‘10
Jeremy Heim Architectural Engineering ‘11
A Farwell From Our Graduating Seniors Richard Gazdzik and Michael Kaiser
When I first was given this article to write, Brother Charles had asked me to write a good bye to Triangle. This is what got me thinking, no member, no brother, should ever have to say goodbye. Triangle is an organization that you are part of forever, Triangle is a brotherhood that is with you even after you have left the clutches of this world. We as an organization respect and remember every brother. So instead of saying goodbye I would like reflect on my last four years as a brother of Triangle, and talk about what Triangle means to me. Well Triangle is F/S/C, but to me it is far more than that, it is brotherhood, it is a family. When I first came to college I didn’t know anyone, and being on my own I was scared. It was a big step leaving the comforts of home and embarking onto a new frontier all by myself. I met a Triangle brother almost immediately after moving to campus. After getting to know him and the organization I was hooked. Triangle represented a home, a family with open arms willing to accept me and grow with me. Triangle had the values and beliefs that I was looking for; a brotherhood that is always there for you no matter the ups and downs. I decided to join, and have to admit that it was the best decision of my life. Without triangle I wouldn’t be half the man I am today. Over the last four years I have been able to learn and grow from my brothers, and I hope that I was able to contribute my fair share to the organization. As an active member of Triangle we had to face many real life challenges, I know that it was our strength as an organization, as a whole that allowed us to overcome these. I know that the different activities and brother building events have brought me closer to this family, a family that has always been there for me. Even though I will be graduating and moving onto a new chapter in my life, I want to continue to take part in Triangle. I want to be there for my brothers, and I want to show everyone what Triangle has to offer.
Richard Gazdzik Architectural Engineering Student ‘08
As my 4 years as an active member of the MSOE chapter of Triangle come to a close and graduation draws nearer, I have had some time to reflect on what this time has meant to me. I still remember vividly my pinning ceremony; how I struggled to get the pin on the first time, like almost all pledges do. Most importantly, however, I remember my pledge brother Rich Gazdzik saying to me as he shook my hand, “Pledge Rich Gazdzik, we’re gonna have a lot of fun.” At the time I wasn’t so sure about what Rich told me. I was almost bum rushed into pledging and constantly wavered on my decision, but I felt that I promised “on my word an honor as a gentleman” so I would see it through. I have never since regretted my decision to stay with Triangle. I know that Triangle has made all the difference in my college career. I have sought the guidance of older members countless times, and offered similar advice to those who follow me. As a president and vice president I feel I have left my stamp on the organization and hope I have leave it better than when I joined. I leave the active organization with full confidence that it will continue to grow and prosper at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. In four years our reputation has only gotten better, and our presence on campus is certainly known. The men of this organization have continually met and over come new challenges each year and will continue to do so. I look forward to becoming an active member of the MSOE Alumni organization just as I hope the over 300 members before me have. Joining Triangle is a lifetime commitment not just a four year tour of duty so I am not saying farewell to Triangle only taking a step back and allowing the younger members to step up and shape the fraternity.
Michael Kaiser Mechanical Engineering ‘08
The 1950’s Written By: Alexander Voigt
Starting out in 1950, the Korean War started as a civil war between the North Korea and the Republic of South Korea. Divided by outside powers, the two governments fought for control of the whole peninsula. The war escalated into a Cold War conflict, with the Soviet Union supporting North Korea and the United States supporting South Korea. Half way through 1953, a cease-fire was agreed upon by both sides. Close to 2 million casualties were accounted for. This is not the only thing the 1950’s was known for.
The 50’s also brought rock and roll onto the scene. Teenagers, tired of the music their parents listened to, were looking for a new groove. The media caught this and came out with a new and hip genre called rock and roll. The creation of rock and roll was through a mixture of genres such as: folk music, the blues and country western. Whenever talking about traditional rock and roll, one major name is always mentioned, Elvis Presley. Elvis brought rock and roll to an international level. He is now known as the “King of Rock and Roll.” The television also helped promote the expansion of rock and roll.
Even though the television helped the music of the time grow, it really brought in a wave of climatic cinema. The 1950’s brought many classic films and brilliant actors to the public eye. There were classics across many genres such as: Cheyenne, western; The Bridge over the River Kwai, war; Rear Window, thriller; White Christmas, musical; and Alice in Wonderland, animated. The 1950’s brought new troubles and pop culture.
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My
name is Jeremy Heim and I am one of the newly initiated Junior Actives
of the MSOE chapter of Triangle. I grew up on the south side of Chicago,
and I am now studying Architectural Engineering at MSOE. Throughout my
freshman year I have already witnessed the many benefits Triangle has to
offer. Adjusting to college life is challenging, but the Triangle
brothers are always there to help. I am proud to call every member of
this organization my brother, as I hope you all will be proud to call me
your brother.