History
The Delta Rho chapter of Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, Incorporated was founded in 1998 by John Michael O'Brien and chartered on November 14,1998. The Delta Rho chapter continues to grow every year, pledging the best students of the pharmacy field, in keeping with the traditions of our Fraternity founder, F. Harvey Smith on May 30, 1879. The chapter continues to strive to become the best chapter in the nation.
As published in the 1993-2009 Historical Update by Grand Historian Kali Weaver:
Delta Rho Chartered
by Yolanda Mendez
As one of the newest chapters of Kappa Psi, we became part of this family because we
wanted to bring a new perspective to Nova Southeastern University and provide a
service to the community. We have worked diligently all semester to make Delta Rho a
reality, and on the weekend of November 14, all our efforts paid off. The word
“pending” after Delta Rho became nonexistent.
We have a very diverse group of individuals who come from different cultures, areas,
and hemispheres of the world. That diversity is what makes us so unique. The
fraternity was started with the idea of having a family that would represent and foster
our individualities. After talking to the faculty and seeing their enthusiasm about how
Kappa Psi has changed their lives, there was no doubt in anyone’s mind that the
fraternity would meld our distinct characteristics into a strong unified entity.
On the afternoon of November 13, 1998, we met with members of the Executive
Committee and discussed all the new and exciting events that would occur during our
chapter installation. A mixer was held later that night at Geronimo’s, a local restaurant,
so that the national officers could meet with the pledge class. We all had a great time at
the mixer because it gave everyone an opportunity to talk in a relaxed setting. The next
morning, our initiation ceremony took place, bringing a new and deeper meaning to the
words” brothers” and “unity.” Nothing but the laughter and excited chatter of the new
brothers and national officers could be heard during the luncheon celebration.
Following that event, the charter for the installation of our chapter was proudly
presented to our regent, James Satterfield and Grand Council Deputy, Dr. Ted Barlows.
The banquet dinner was held at Rolling Hills Golf and Resort, and we danced the
Conga all night. Special recognition was given to Dr. Ted Barlows, James Satterfield,
and our big brother, John Michael “ Buuuda” O’ Brien, for leading us through the
pledging process and for their help, time, and efforts towards making this chapter
possible. We are very appreciative of all the support provided by the Central Office
because they were so receptive to our needs. We also think Brian Furbush, in that
although he was not present at our initiation, his spirit and words of encouragement
will remain with us throughout. Words of thanks also go to Dr. Craig A. Johnson, Mr.
Tim Ely, and Mr. Johnny Porter for backing our fraternity chapter. Special thanks to
Brian Reisetter, David H. Dunson, David Maskiewicz, Marquette B. Hardin, John
Grossomanides, Cameron “Radar” Van Dyke, and Dr. Robert Magarian for making our
initiation the memorable event that brought special meeting to our motto of unity. In
January, we plan to attend our regional meeting in Atlanta. We look forward to this
event since it will give us the chance to meet other Kappa Psi brothers from our region.
We also look forward to meeting more of our brothers at the Grand Council Convention
in Montana. In the meantime, we want all our brothers to know they have a new family
in South Florida who welcome them with open arms.
Chartering Brothers:
Michelle Bailey
Myella Castillo
Avi Cohen
Ray Enderby
Melissa Holtzman
Hsian Chi Lin
Brian Hudson
Elizabeth Johanson
Dave Lacknauth
Oanh Le
Guelsys Lopez
Stacey Mautner
Yolanda Mendez
Leanne Muirhead
Carlos Perez
Quan Pho
Neil Raghoonanan
Michael Rodriguez
Chanel Solado
James Satterfield
Marjorie Showalter
Jason Sitowitz
Dorel Suboni
Esty Trimino
Suzie Vendetti
Jim White
Craig Woodruff
