Omega Delta Phi - National OfficersNational PresidentBrother Jorge Garcia is a graduate of Texas Tech University. He graduated in December of 2001 with a Bachelor in Management Information Systems and in April 2003 with a Bachelor in Accounting.
Jorge's professional experience consists of five plus years of information technology and business process audit experience. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Texas and works for a reputable consulting firm, AC Lordi Consulting, as Manager in their Risk Management Services Practice in Dallas, TX. Prior to joining AC Lordi Consulting, Jorge was a Manager at a Big 4 accounting firm.
Jorge joined the Brotherhood in the spring of 1999 at Texas Tech University's Alpha Chapter. He was a strong and instrumental leader for the advancement of the chapter. Jorge has served this Brotherhood through a variety of positions held on the Chapter, Regional, and National levels. During his undergraduate career, Jorge held the positions of President-elect, President, and New Member Educator. Before being elected to the National President position, Jorge proudly served as Vice President of Undergraduate Affairs for four years and Interim Vice President of Operations for a 3-month period. In addition, he served as Regional Director for a period of two years and as Assistant Regional Director for a period of one year for Central Region (formerly South Central Region I).
Jorge is also a member of the Alpha Alumni Association where he actively participates in the betterment of the organization and strives to serve his chapter. Jorge has proven his dedication to the Fraternity in various ways. He has made a commitment to better the organization as a whole, while keeping the interest of its members at hand.
Jorge has adopted the statement "It's not what the Fraternity can do for me, It's what I can do for the Fraternity." He is honored to be elected as the National President and to be given the opportunity to work with devoted Brothers with the same goal, the advancement of Omega Delta Phi.
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Vice President of Programming| |
Long Le Vice President of Programming
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Long Le joined into this brotherhood in Fall 2001 as a Charter Member of Alpha Iota Chapter at Texas A&M-Commerce Univ. He finished his undergraduate years at Tau Chapter, Univ of Texas-Arlington. On the chapter level, he has held majority of the executive positions in the undergraduate level. His fondest memory as an undergraduate was when Alpha Iota was awarded their chapter designation at National Convention in Seattle, Summer 2003.
On the regional level, Long has served as regional membership development chair, assistant regional director and regional director for East Texas Region. Under his leadership adminstration, East Texas Region won Region of the Year, he ran two founders programs, Texas Southern Univ (alpha rho) and Sam Houston St Colony. Also two Alpha Rho brothers won the Untouchable Scholarship under his adminstration.
At the national level, he has held the Director of Expansion and Director of Intake. Under his expansion leadership, the fraternity expanded to seven more schools, and also embarking into the east coast expansion with Univ of Florida and Lock Haven Univ. He also ran the Univ of Florida and Lock Haven Univ Founder's program.
On a personal note, Long has a bachelor/master in chemistry. He is currently attending the College of Pharmacy at Texas Southern Univ. and also working to obtain his bachelor/mba program in accounting. Long is currently employed at Wells Fargo Bank and also doing his clinical rotations at UT-Southwestern Univ. He is also a member of Phi Delta Chi a professional pharmacy fraternity. His hobbies include, watching movies, reading about history, spending time with friends, traveling, watching and attending sport events.
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Vice President of Undergraduate Affairs |
Arturo Elizondo Vice President of Undergraduate Affairs
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Arturo Elizondo Jr. began his ODPHI journey by being one of the ten proud founders of Tau Chapter at the University of Texas at Arlington in the spring of 1997. Arturo has served this brotherhood through a variety of positions held on the chapter and alumni levels.
On the chapter level, Arturo has held the positions of Community Service Chair and Recording Secretary from 1997-1998. Furthermore, Arturo is one of the founders of the Alumni Association of Dallas - Fort Worth, Inc. where he currently serves as Chairman. Before his election as Chairman, Arturo served for three years as Treasurer, where he was instrumental in incorporating the association through the State of Texas in 2001 as well as getting 501(c)(10) nonprofit status through the IRS for the Association.
The Alumni Association of Dallas - Fort Worth has received the Alumni/Graduate Chapter of the Year for 2 years in a row, in 2003 and 2004 by NALFO. NALFO also awarded the Association Outstanding Web Presence in 2003 and Philanthropic Excellence for Alumni/Graduate Chapters in 2004. Arturo brings nonprofit executive experience in both regional and national organizations. He served as Vice President of Communications in 2004 and is currently a Director for the National Student Employment Association Board of Directors. Through the Southern Association of Student Employment Administrators, he currently serves as President after serving as President-Elect (2004) and Vice President (2003). Arturo also served as Conference Chair in 2004 and Conference Program Chair in 2003. Because of his work, he was awarded the Wes Dunson Outstanding Service Award in 2004 and the Victor Monette Newcomer of the Year Award in 2003.
Arturo received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1998. In addition, he has completed his Masters in Education from the University of North Texas, specializing in Counseling and Student Services in August 2002. Arturo's professional experience includes 6 1/2 years experience in Counseling and Student Affairs at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Arturo is honored to be asked to serve as Vice President of Operations by President-Elect Jorge Rodriguez and looks forward to working for the betterment of Omega Delta Phi Fraternity.
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Vice President of Operations| |
Carlos Martinez Vice President of Operations
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Brother Carlos Martinez is a graduate of the University of the Pacific, in Stockton, CA. He graduated in May 2004 with a Bachelor in Computer Engineering.
Carlos joined the Brotherhood in January 26, 2003 as one of the three proud Founders of Alpha Nu Chapter at the University of the Pacific (Pacific). At the time, Pacific was the first entity of Omega Delta Phi in California. During his undergraduate years, he served on many of the executive board and chairman positions at the chapter level, including: Social Chair, Webmaster, Treasurer, Service Chair and President. During this time, Omega Delta Phi and four other organizations founded the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) at Pacific, and Carlos went on to be the Co-President of MGC. His commitment and passion for the Brotherhood earned him Greek Man of the Year at Pacific and was part of the first inductee class of the Knights of the Round Table. Carlos was a member of the planning committee for the 2005 National Conference in Los Angeles, CA, and served as the Finance and Athletics Chairman.
At the regional level, Carlos has served as Regional Director for the Pacific Region from 2005-2007. During this tenure, he created a GPA tracking sheet for the region. Giving each Chapter Internal VP the ability to quickly identity those members in need of academic support. Carlos hopes this process will be adopted nationwide. Also, he was instrumental in the inclusion of Omega Delta Phi in the Stockton Asparagus Festival. This annual event lasts only one weekend, but it is where the brothers of Omega Delta Phi volunteer each year an average of 400 hours of community service.
Carlos currently resides in San Antonio, TX. He is an active member of the San Antonio Alumni Association and currently holds the position of Treasurer. Carlos works as a contractor for the US Army Medical Information Technology Center (USAMITC) in the field of Information Technology in Fort Sam Houston, TX.
Carlos Martinez believes in the philosophy “I Pledge myself to ODPhi for life”. He is excited and honored to serve as the Vice President of Operations and with the help of other dedicated brothers, continue to push and grow Omega Delta Phi forward for many years to come.
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Undergraduate Representative| |
Jose Membrano Undergraduate Representative
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Jose Membreno is a sophomore at Texas Southern University. He is pursuing a degree in
Electrical Engineering. Jose is very involved in community service and helping his colony. He
is interning for Wyle-NASA. He assists in multiple engineering projects that help with the safety of flight crew and military personal.
Jose pledged Omega Delta Phi his freshman year. He devoted many hours to his colony and
has held the positions of president for his pledge class, banquet Chair, and service chair. Jose is currently the President- Elect for the Texas Southern Colony. He is very devoted to his young mentees and has been involved in the improvement of their academics.
Jose is grateful and excited for the opportunity to serve his fellow undergraduate brothers. His goal is to provide a strong communication to the National Undergraduate Council and help influence the NUC in a positive way for years to come.
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Undergraduate Representative| |
Ryan Ruiz Undergraduate Representative
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Assistant Director of Finance| |
Jesus Tapia Assistant Director of Finance
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Jesus M. Tapia Jr., Jesse as he is known to most, joined the National Executive Board as Assistant Director of Finance in February 2007 and currently resides in Dallas, Texas.
Brother Tapia began his journey with Omega Delta Phi at the Alpha Xi chapter, Baylor University Fall 2004. Prior to Greek life, Jesse maintained a vigorous schedule through diverse activities on and off campus. He found himself volunteering both time and skills at Providence Hospital’s Emergency Department and West EMS Ambulance Service, while majoring in Biology and Chemistry Minor. His love for hands on interaction with patients evolved as a part of Baylor’s Medical Service Organization where he took on several leadership positions as training director and service chair. Jesse continued surrounding himself with individuals who wanted to do more for their community with increasing undergraduate involvement. Later Jesse found these same individuals shoulder to shoulder and arm to arm as his pledge class brothers. Jesse continued leadership positions in Medical Service Organization and Minority Association of Pre-healthcare Students, volunteer time at West EMS and his prospective member duties while preparing for graduation.
Brother Tapia’s belief in “Odphi ‘til I Die” motivates him in his post graduate fraternity work. Soon after graduation, Jesse adopted the role of advisor to his graduate chapter while he remained in Waco. His fraternal work is not limited to Baylor but extends to encompass the Regional, National and Alumni Association ranks. Tapia has held the North Texas Regional Finance Chair since April 2006, DFW Alumni Association executive board positions since January 2008 along with his National position. Jesse received the Most Involved Alumnus award at Alpha Xi’s Five Year Reunion Banquet.
Jesse currently works full-time for Guardian EMS out of Mesquite as a Paramedic and a part-time Continuing Education Adjunct Faculty for Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District. He enjoys spending time with friends and loves ones whether it is on the road or at home. His hobbies include hunting, fishing, and watching his Baylor Bears Football!
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Director of Undergraduate Affairs| |
Judas Mireles Director of Undergraduate Affairs
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Judas Francisco Mireles crossed into the Epsilon chapter at Arizona State University on May 6, 2005 and served his chapter as recording secretary, treasurer, president-elect, and chapter president. He was also involved on the National Executive Board as the national undergraduate representative from January 2006 until February 2008 and presided over the National Undergraduate Council.
He will continue his involvement on the national board by becoming the newly created Director of Undergraduate Affairs. As an undergrad, he has been honored with numerous awards such as "2006 National Knight of the Roundtable" and "2008 Southwest Regional Brother of the Year" and aided his chapter in winning the 2007 & 2008 "Chapter of the Year" awards. He hopes to one day serve Omega Delta Phi as the national president.
Judas graduated in May 2009 from Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in Accountancy. Judas currently works for the General Electric Capital Corporation (GE Capital -Americas) as an auditor within the commercial finance business unit. He also intends to return to school to earn an MBA and eventually run his own company. Outside of his involvement with Omega Delta Phi, Judas is involved with the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA). He enjoys playing sports, salsa dancing, and traveling.
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Interim Director of Finance |
Arturo Elizondo Interim Director of Finance
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Arturo Elizondo Jr. began his ODPHI journey by being one of the ten proud founders of Tau Chapter at the University of Texas at Arlington in the spring of 1997. Arturo has served this brotherhood through a variety of positions held on the chapter and alumni levels.
On the chapter level, Arturo has held the positions of Community Service Chair and Recording Secretary from 1997-1998. Furthermore, Arturo is one of the founders of the Alumni Association of Dallas - Fort Worth, Inc. where he currently serves as Chairman. Before his election as Chairman, Arturo served for three years as Treasurer, where he was instrumental in incorporating the association through the State of Texas in 2001 as well as getting 501(c)(10) nonprofit status through the IRS for the Association.
The Alumni Association of Dallas - Fort Worth has received the Alumni/Graduate Chapter of the Year for 2 years in a row, in 2003 and 2004 by NALFO. NALFO also awarded the Association Outstanding Web Presence in 2003 and Philanthropic Excellence for Alumni/Graduate Chapters in 2004. Arturo brings nonprofit executive experience in both regional and national organizations. He served as Vice President of Communications in 2004 and is currently a Director for the National Student Employment Association Board of Directors. Through the Southern Association of Student Employment Administrators, he currently serves as President after serving as President-Elect (2004) and Vice President (2003). Arturo also served as Conference Chair in 2004 and Conference Program Chair in 2003. Because of his work, he was awarded the Wes Dunson Outstanding Service Award in 2004 and the Victor Monette Newcomer of the Year Award in 2003.
Arturo received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1998. In addition, he has completed his Masters in Education from the University of North Texas, specializing in Counseling and Student Services in August 2002. Arturo's professional experience includes 6 1/2 years experience in Counseling and Student Affairs at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Arturo is honored to be asked to serve as Vice President of Operations by President-Elect Jorge Rodriguez and looks forward to working for the betterment of Omega Delta Phi Fraternity.
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Director of TechnologyAlfredo is an alumnus of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics. As an alumni of Chi Chapter - UT Austin, crossing in Fall 2002, Alfredo served as chapter President and President-Elect, as well as help put on the 2006 National Conference in Austin. He also created Chi Chapters website that has previously won Website of the Year in back to back years. Alfredo is also active in the new and upcoming Omega Delta Phi Austin Alumni Association.
Before transitioning to the Director of Technology, Alfredo helped the previous director revamp the forms of communication to a central system available to the membership.
Alfredo has served on the board for three years now and is currently employed at AMD in Austin, Texas.
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Director of Marketing
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Director of IntakeMiguel A. Cervantes graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in both Government and Spanish. He has been a member of Omega Delta Phi since the Spring of 2006.
Before becoming the Director of Intake, Miguel was the Central Texas RMDC where he oversaw the overall intake process for Central Texas as well as running an Intake class at UTSA.
Miguel currently resides in his hometown of San Antonio. He works as an Investigator II for the Department of Family and Protective Services serving the Central Texas Region. Miguel is hoping to continue his education by attending Law School in the near future.
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Interim Director of Expansion| |
Long Le Interim Director of Expansion
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Long Le joined into this brotherhood in Fall 2001 as a Charter Member of Alpha Iota Chapter at Texas A&M-Commerce Univ. He finished his undergraduate years at Tau Chapter, Univ of Texas-Arlington. On the chapter level, he has held majority of the executive positions in the undergraduate level. His fondest memory as an undergraduate was when Alpha Iota was awarded their chapter designation at National Convention in Seattle, Summer 2003.
On the regional level, Long has served as regional membership development chair, assistant regional director and regional director for East Texas Region. Under his leadership adminstration, East Texas Region won Region of the Year, he ran two founders programs, Texas Southern Univ (alpha rho) and Sam Houston St Colony. Also two Alpha Rho brothers won the Untouchable Scholarship under his adminstration.
At the national level, he has held the Director of Expansion and Director of Intake. Under his expansion leadership, the fraternity expanded to seven more schools, and also embarking into the east coast expansion with Univ of Florida and Lock Haven Univ. He also ran the Univ of Florida and Lock Haven Univ Founder's program.
On a personal note, Long has a bachelor/master in chemistry. He is currently attending the College of Pharmacy at Texas Southern Univ. and also working to obtain his bachelor/mba program in accounting. Long is currently employed at Wells Fargo Bank and also doing his clinical rotations at UT-Southwestern Univ. He is also a member of Phi Delta Chi a professional pharmacy fraternity. His hobbies include, watching movies, reading about history, spending time with friends, traveling, watching and attending sport events.
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Director of ProgramingIvan Jaime graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2005 with a Bachelor of Business Administration. Since joining Omega Delta Phi in the Fall of 2002, Brother Ivan has served in various capacities which include Pledge Class President, Rush Committee Chairman, Internal-Vice President, Chapter President and Regional Scholastics Committee Chairman. His current fraternal endeavors include revamping the Rush Program and expanding ODPhi's philanthropies and strategic partnerships.
Ivan currently resides in San Antonio with his new bride Yesica and their new puppy. He works for the Union Pacific Railroad in the Public Affairs arena, and his territory includes the entire border area of Texas (e.g. Laredo, Eagle Pass, El Paso) where his travels frequently take him. Ivan's plans include a possible return to school in pursuit of a Master's in Business Administration.
Ivan's mother and siblings and childhood friends live in his hometown of Brownsville in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas.
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Director of ScholasticsRicardo (Rick) Correa joined Omega Delta Phi's National Board as the Director of Scholastics in June 2009. His projects include administering the scholarship programs, creating initiatives to raise and maintain scholastic achievements, gather resources to foster post -baccalaureate pursuits of our members and creating a national mentoring program for our fraternity.
Rick pledged at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) in the Fall of 1999. He served his chapter as recording secretary, corresponding secretary and webmaster. He is also a founding member of the Omega Delta Phi Northeast Alumni Association.
He holds a Bachelors in Computer Science from UTEP and a Masters in Computer and Information Science from the University of Pennsylvania. He currently lives and works in Philadelphia, PA as a R&D engineer for an applied research and development facility. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his wife, traveling, and playing with technology.
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East Texas Regional Director| |
Aaron Salas East Texas Regional Director
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Aaron graduated in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of New Mexico. Aaron now works as a Program Coordinator in the College Success Program at the University of Houston and is currently completing his coursework to obtain a master’s degree in education.
Aaron became a member of Omega Delta Phi in the spring of 1999 at the Zeta Chapter at Eastern New Mexico University. After transferring to the UNM in the fall, he became a founding father of the Alpha Eta Chapter. During his tenure at AH, Aaron has held over 10 positions including Prospective Member Educator and Standards Chair. He was also involved with ASUNM Senate, LOBOrientation, El Centro de la Raza and the Minority Undergraduate Fellowship Program through the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. During his tenure at UNM, Aaron earned many awards including numerous ODPhi Unity Awards, the Dean of Students Service Award, the Alumni Association Citizenship Award and the NASPA Rising Star Award.
Prior to becoming a regional director, Aaron held the regional membership development chair for the Southwest and East Texas Regions and was an alumni advisor for the Alpha Eta Chapter. Aaron currently resides in Spring, Texas with his wife and two sons. In his free time he enjoys working out, reading and listening to music. “I am honored to represent the East Texas Region and to be able to continue to work with our national board and this great brotherhood.”
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Central Texas Regional Director| |
Jacob Martinez Central Texas Regional Director
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Mr. Jacob Martinez became apart of the brotherhood in the fall of 2006 at St. Mary's University, Alpha Pi Chapter. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice in May 2008. He has been dedicated to his brotherhood by serving as Treasurer, Secretary, Fundraising Chairman, Brotherhood chairman and Historian at his local chapter. He also served on the National Executive Council in 2007/2008 as the National Undergraduate Representative until he graduated and became the Central Texas Regional Director in June of 2008. His work is dedicated to bringing Central Texas to the top while promoting brotherhood and philanthropy.
Mr. Martinez is also active outside of Omega Delta Phi. He continues to help his community by participating in various community service events and the St. Mary's University Community as a staff member at student retreats. He is expected to receive his Masters of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies with a Higher Ed. Administration concentration from the University of Texas at San Antonio in December of 2009. He is also currently working on getting his teachers certification in 4-8.
Mr. Martinez resides in his home town, San Antonio, TX. He currently works as an Enrollment Services Officer in the Financial Aid office at the University of Texas at San Antonio. He thanks his Mom, Grandma, Family, Brothers, & Friends for all their continued support in his academic and fraternal endeavors and accomplishments.
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Central Regional Director| |
Jorge Tejada Central Regional Director
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North Texas Regional Director| |
Jose Rodriguez North Texas Regional Director
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Southwest Regional Director| |
Carlos Dejud Southwest Regional Director
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Appointed as Southwest Regional Director since Fall 2006, Dr. Carlos Dejud, has been involved with our organization at the local, regional, and national level. Born in Panama and raised in the State of Delaware, Dr. Dejud has endured a long educational career.
Carlos attended the University of Delaware and received a bachelor's degree in Architecture and Civil Engineering. In 1987, he moved to Tucson to attend the University of Arizona. He graduated with a Bachelor in Arts from the University of Arizona in 1991. In the fall 1998, he returned to complete the Master's degree in Bilingual Special Education and minored in Emotional/Behavioral Disorders. In May 2004, Carlos received his Educational Specialist degree in Bilingual School Psychology and three years later, his doctoral degree in School Psychology, both from the University of Arizona.
An alumnus of the Gamma Chapter at the University of Arizona, Dr. Dejud is a member of the Alpha pledge class (Fall 1990) where he was first appointed Alumnus Advisor (1991) and afterwards, Faculty Advisor until 2004. During this time, he created the first Omega Delta Phi, Risk Management Handbook. He was a spokesperson during both local and regional conferences in addressing the importance of adopting a sound risk management policy at the local and National levels.
Thinking ahead of his time, Carlos co-wrote "The Omega Delta Phi, Gamma Chapter: A Housing Management Manual." In the fall of 2000, he established the Old Pueblo Alumni Association and was appointed Chairman (a position he held until 2006). Two years later, Carlos was appointed to serve as the Development Coordinator to the National Alumni Council (NAC) of Omega Delta Phi, Inc. His insight helped in the creation of the "How to Start a Local Alumni Association" Handbook, the development of the "Alumni of the Year” award, the alumni application packet, and the creation of the first national alumni database (Summer 2004).
Currently, Dr. Dejud is the Program Director/Assistant Professor for the School Psychology Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Dr. Dejud is very humbled and honored to be a member of our national organization and the South“best” Region.
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Interim Midwest Regional Director| |
Miguel Bautista Interim Midwest Regional Director
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Miguel Bautista graduated with a dual bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice and Spanish along with several minors in May 2009 from SIUC. He has attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale since the fall 2004, as he is currently working on his master’s degree. His long desire is to go back to his home city Chicago, and serve the community in a professional occupation.
Miguel crossed into the brotherhood during the fall 2008 as part of the Charter line due to many complications excluding him from being a founding brother of Southern Illinois University Carbondale Colony. He was appointed as Interim Regional Director since the summer of 2009. He has also served his colony in numerous ways, prior and after the newly established entity being formed. As one of the first to graduate from his entity, he also serves his colony as an alumni advisor.
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Northwest Regional Director| |
Emanuel Magana Northwest Regional Director
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Emanuel Magana is currently attending Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon. Emanuel is currently majoring in Ethnic Studies with a minor in Spanish and Philosophy. He is very involved on campus. His activities include being a mentor for college freshman, being a tutor, and being External Coordinator for the Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez. The Centro is a Cultural Center designed to provide a place for Latinos and other non-traditional students to feel at home as well as educate the rest of the University in the traditions of Latino culture through events and programs. Emanuel also occasionally volunteers at the local humane society. Emanuel crossed at the Alpha Theta Chapter December, 2nd 2005. He grew up seeing his two older brothers one of whom was a founder and the other who was a charter involved heavily with the Fraternity and campus as well as seeing both of them graduate. Being the child of a single mother that was working two jobs to support his family, he knew the importance of an education. He knew from the beginning that Omega Delta Phi was something he wanted to be a part of so that he could graduate and gain leadership skills. After crossing he hit the ground running becoming Recruitment Chair as a Neophyte. He has held the positions of Chaplain, Recording Secretary, President-Elect and is current President of his chapter. Emanuel cites the Fraternity for giving him the skills to be a leader and giving him his first feeling of belonging outside his family. Emanuel hopes that he can make the best out his Undergrad Position. Seeing both his brothers involved at the national level gave him something to shoot for. He wants to listen to the undergrads and provide a loud voice for small chapters and regions that may not be normally heard.
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Pacific Regional Director| |
Paulo Leal Pacific Regional Director
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