Fall 2015 Alumni Spotlight: Right at Home
College is the time to learn, make memories, and grow, but it can often be hard to find a place where you feel right at home. Erik Lawler ’10 knew exactly what he was looking for when he came to Penn State, but it took a bit of trial and error before he found his […]
Winter 2015 Alumni Spotlight: The Value in Giving Back – Q&A with Rich Kuegler ’89
As a member of Gamma Omega, Rich Kuegler ’89 has served in several leadership roles. His brothers not only inspired him to hold multiple positions as an undergraduate but also to become a member of the Board of Trustees and vice president of the board. Q: Why did you decide to join Alpha Tau Omega? […]
Spring 2014 Alumni Spotlight: Drawn to ATO Brotherhood for Life
When Dann Cornali ’72 joined Alpha Tau Omega as a freshman, he was drawn to the brotherhood because of how it stood out from other fraternities at Penn State. “It sounds like a cliché, but I was drawn to the people. The brotherhood at that time and the pledges from our class were unlike all […]
Fall 2013 Alumni Spotlight: Ted Simon ’57 Thankful for Gamma Omega – Alumnus Applies Chapter Lessons to Real Estate
Ted Simon ’57 earned pre-medical and chemical engineering degrees from Penn State. While in the Gamma Omega Chapter, he had many fun learning experiences. “I served in many leadership positions, including choir director, alumni editor, and house party duet piano player with Al Williams ’57. The sororities loved being serenaded by us. I also ran […]
Fall 2013 Alumni Spotlight: Leading by Example – Carl Mandell ’07 Reminisces About Chapter Experience
Alpha Tau Omega is full of brothers who have shown exemplary leadership skills throughout the years. One of those brothers is Carl Mandell ’07. During Carl’s sophomore year at Penn State, he set out to meet new people. He made friends with guys next door who were joining Alpha Tau Omega. Carl quickly realized how […]
Spring 2013 Alumni Spotlight: Eric Domski ’89 Pays it Forward to Future Generations of Gamma Omega
Q: What made you decide to join ATO? A: Gamma Omega was at the very beginning of its refounding when I joined. I looked into other fraternities but found that the brothers at ATO had different energy; it felt like they were on a mission. I liked the idea of being able to build our […]
Spring 2013 Alumni Spotlight: Alumnus learns the Value of Getting involved – Spotlight on David Siegelman ’09
As a member of Gamma Omega, David Siegelman ’09 had the opportunity to get involved on campus in ways he never imagined. Through his participation in THON, intramural sports, and various philanthropy projects, he grew into the successful man he is today. “Gamma Omega allowed me to diversify myself by giving me experiences with different […]
Fall 2012 Alumni Spotlight: Lou Gomlick ’57 Thankful for Gamma Omega Experience – He Encourages Brothers to Support Scholarship Program
When Lou Gomlick ’57 heard about Gamma Omega’s new scholarship program, he was thrilled. When he learned one of the scholarships would be named in his honor, he was speechless. “I really felt proud and elated. I’m so thankful that my brothers would think of me that way,” Lou said. “I think this scholarship program […]
Fall 2012 Alumni Spotlight: Alumnus Flattered by Association with New Scholarship Program – Q&A with George Greer ’54
Q: What are your thoughts on Gamma Omega’s new scholarship program? A: I think it’s really great, and I’m flattered that my brothers wanted to use my name in association with it. It’s always great to have an opportunity to assist the younger guys, especially with the increasing cost of education. Q: Why would you […]
Spring 2012 Alumni Spotlight: Business and Sports A Winning Combination for Travis Williams ’92
Travis Williams ’92 counts his time in the Gamma Omega Chapter as some of the best times of his life. The road to ATO began in the spring semester of his freshman year after he and some friends decided to go through recruitment after a semester in Penn State’s dorms. Travis found that the brotherhood […]