Our chapter’s 160th is on October 15, 2015. The Rho House Association is hosting a series of events on campus during Homecoming weekend, October 16 – 17, to celebrate our anniversary. Registration is now open.
The Rho House Association (i.e., your dues) is subsidizing these events, especially the 160th dinner, to keep the weekend as affordable as possible for all Rho Dekes including our collegiate brothers.
Friday, October 16
Golf Outing, 11: 30 a.m. Lunch followed by a shotgun start at noon – 3 p.m.
Please join students, alumni, parents, and friends in support of Delta Kappa Epsilon and participate in your choice of great food, activities, golf, and prizes at the Architects Golf Club. Please consider sponsoring a DKE student to participate in this event.
If we do not reach our minimum registrations for this event, it will be canceled. Register today.
Lunch Menu
Angus Hamburgers and Hot Dogs
French Fries, Macaroni Salad, Cole Slaw
Sliced Tomato, Red Onion, Mayo, Mustard,
Ketchup, Relish, Sauerkraut and Chili
Fresh Fruit
Assorted Cookies
Soda, Coffee and Tea Included
Location: 700 Strykers Road. Lopatcong, NJ 08865
Price: $80 per person including cart fees.
DKE House Dedication Ceremony, 5 – 6 p.m.
Join President Byerly, the Board of Trustees, and your fellow Rho Dekes at the dedication ceremony commemorating the 160th Anniversary of the Rho Chapter of Delta Kappa Epsilon, the oldest and most storied fraternity at Lafayette College. Following the dedication ceremony, the brothers of DKE will provide student-led tours. For those donors who have given $1,826 or more, the Marquis Founders reception will be hosted immediately following the DKE dedication.
Location: DKE House
Oktoberfest @ DKE House, 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Join students, alumni, parents and friends at the DKE House for Bavarian themes food and beverages. Registration is required to plan our catering order. The chapter will cosponsor this event with a group of the undergraduates’ choosing. $25 per person.
If we do not reach out minimum registrations for this event, it will be canceled. Register today.
Food Menu
Petite Sandwich Tray:
Ham and Swiss with Apple Honey Mustard, Roast Beef and Cheddar with Horseradish
Potato and Sauerkraut Croquettes with Dill Aioli
Chicken Schnitzel Bites
Bratwurst, Knockwurst, and Kielbasa
Dusseldorf Mustard, Horseradish Mustard and Spicy Brown Mustard
Location: DKE House
Price: $25 per person.
Saturday, October 17
Annual Meeting of the Rho House Association, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
After getting your egg McWalt or McLuby to start the day, hear the reports of the officers of the Rho House Association, meet your undergraduate brothers, and ask your questions about our beloved fraternity.
Location: DKE House
Tailgate @ DKE House, 12 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
This BYOB event features an open DKE House over lunch with student bartenders until the football game against Harvard kicks off at 3:30 p.m. The DKE House will serve light food so we encourage you to bring food for a tailgate in addition to your beverages of choice.
Location: DKE House
160th Anniversary Dinner @ Marquis Hall, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
The 160th Anniversary Dinner will include a cocktail hour and passed hors d’ouerves beginning at 6:30 PM, followed by a dinner with a program commemorating this significant milestone for our beloved fraternity. A photographer will take photos of all Rho Dekes in attendance for a composite. Dress is business attire, and spouses are encouraged to attend, as are parents of undergraduates.
Dinner Menu
Sun Dried Tomato and Ricotta Tartlet
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Thai Chili Sauce
Balsamic Glazed Chicken Satay
Spinach, Dried Cranberry, Walnut, Aged Cheddar, Shaved Red Onion with Sherry Vinaigrette
Petite Filet and Crab Cake with Dijon Cream Sauce / Stuffed Portobello
Celery Root with Potato Mash
Haricort Vert
Spiced Apple Cake with Crème Anglaise
Coffee
Location: Marquis Hall
Price: $50 per person.
Cocktails @ DKE House (Registration Required), 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Retire to the DKE House for a nightcap and cigars.
If we do not reach out minimum registrations for this event, it will be canceled. Register today.
Food Menu
Fruit and Cheese Display
House-Made Potato Chips (Catering Made, not DKE House Made)
Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Baked Goods and Mini Cannoli
Location: DKE House
Price: $25 per person
Sunday, October 18
Steak and Bloody Marys
Contact Fletcher Thomson at fletch1@gmail.com. Time: When will Dekes wake up?
Location: Gregory’s Steakhouse. 2201 Schoenersville Rd. Allentown, PA 18109.
