Gamma Pi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi

Congrats to one of our brothers! Way to go, Nathan Rowland Miller! and 💙

Congratulations are in order! 's Nathan Rowland Miller received the Richard J. Wood Student Community Commitment Award from Indiana Campus Compact for his scholarship and community service. Boiler up! http://bit.ly/3ravLah Purdue University College of Engineering Purdue University

Go Torey!!!

Even during this crazy year, our students are helping to keep the semester as normal as possible. MSE senior, Torey Caldwell is a drum major for this year’s marching band, and MSE has a total of 14 students who participate in the Purdue Musical Organizations!

You know what makes a reading day even better? Pizza!!!

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Congratulations to our newest class of brothers for finally being given the opportunity to complete Third Degree!

An open letter to our Newest Brothers!!!,

You have been brothers in our eyes, to the fullest definition, for many months, now. We have been so excited to see you recieve your first sets of letters, make posts on social media, and bond with your bigs & families!
However, we also recognize and understand your want to finish your journey that you anticipated as MC's. We don't have to remind you that the spring semester did not go as we planned.
But you persevered!
Though it may not have been the road that you expected to take, we hope this unconventional (and occasionally difficult) path has reinforced the fact that your family and your brothers will always have your back.

We are so beyond proud of you!

New bros, this one is for you 💙💛💙

AEA

Jim Wallace, Thank You for all your time, dedication, photos, and memories that you have given to the AAMB over the years.

Our #1 Purdue Band Fan, you will be remembered fondly and missed dearly.

It is with great sadness we share with you today the passing of our #1 Band Fan, Jim Wallace, after a brief battle with cancer. Since 1997, Jim dedicated his relentless passion to the Purdue “All-American” Marching Band. From starting his website purduebandfan.com to his Purdue Band Fan page, parents and students alike could always be sure to find a video or picture of themselves during rehearsals, Gold Days, game days, trips, and more. He created cherished memories for so many and will always be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and generosity. Jim was the lens through which the world could see the faces of our “All-American” Marching Band students. We can never repay him for all he did for Purdue Bands & Orchestras For Jim, his work at Purdue was a labor of love. To say he will be missed is a tremendous understatement.

Please keep the entire Wallace family in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve the loss of our dear friend. We will always remember our biggest Purdue Band Fan, Jim Wallace.

In memory of Dr. Al G. Wright

Dr. Wright helped the Gamma Pi chapter charter in 1956 and we will be forever thankful for his integral part in both Purdue Bands and Orchestras and his support of our chapter.

Thank you for everything, Dr. Wright

AEA

It is with heavy heart that we share with you tonight, Dr. Al G. Wright passed away at his home in West Lafayette at the age of 104. Dr. Wright served as Director for Purdue Bands & Orchestras from 1954 to 1981. He remained one of our biggest supporters alongside his wife, Gladys, throughout his lifetime. Nearly half of our long history is marked by his relentless leadership and their generosity. We look forward to celebrating his wonderful legacy over the weeks to come.

Please keep Gladys and the entire Wright family in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve the loss of our Director of Bands Emeritus, Dr. Al G. Wright.

NCD - KKY 2020-2021 Spotify Playlist Hello brothers! This is a very open-ended form meant to gain musical suggestions from each of you to create monthly themed Spotify playlists to be enjoyed by everyone! Share your love of music and your specific musical preferences with the rest of the district! Each of the questions detail the speci...

The NCDAA is so excited to announce our newest officer, Nick Iavagnilio. He will be serving as our Growth and Wellness Director.

Nick is an alumnus of Purdue University- Gamma Pi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi. He served as the 2018-2019 North Central District Vice President of Programs. Professionally, Nick is a Analytical Lab Technician.

We are so excited to have Nick serve on the Board of Directors and we can't wait to see all that he will accomplish.

Boilermakers must persist, now more than ever, to build a better world together.

Our next Graduating Senior Spotlight is Brendan Schultz!

Brendan is graduating from Purdue University- Gamma Pi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi. He's was the Drum Major and also played alto saxophone.

Brendan's favorite Kappa Kappa Psi memory was the compassion shown by brothers and leaders of the fraternity after we got in a car crash at national convention. To follow this we also found out that we booked the hotel stay for the wrong week and several other chapters offered to put us up for the week.

Brendan has been the administrator of the Kappa Kappa Snapstreaks program for the last several years! It’s been an amazing way to connect brothers from accords the country!

Congratulations Brendan! We are so proud of all of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

If you or someone you know is a graduating senior, we'd love to highlight them, just fill out the link below!

Link ➡️https://bit.ly/2xBwXh2

Our next Graduating Senior Spotlight is Russell House!

Russell is graduating from Purdue University- Gamma Pi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi. He's played tenor saxophone in their band program.

Russell's favorite Kappa Kappa Psi memory was singing the Hymn after Third Degree at National Convention last summer.

He also served as the 2019-2020 NCD President.

Congratulations Russell! We are so proud of all of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

If you or someone you know is a graduating senior, we'd love to highlight them, just fill out the link below!

Link ➡️https://bit.ly/2xBwXh2

Our next Graduating Senior Spotlight is Justin Schaefer

Justin is graduating from the Purdue University- Gamma Pi Chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi where he played Baritone/Euphonium in their band program.

Justin's favorite Kappa Kappa Psi memory was singing the Fraternity Hymn at my first District Convention in Columbus, OH

Congratulations Justin! We are so proud of all of your accomplishments and can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

If you or someone you know is a graduating senior, we'd love to highlight them, just fill out the link below!

Link ➡️https://bit.ly/2xBwXh2

John Nine, Purdue alumnus and brother of the Gamma Pi Chapter recently passed away. John was an avid fan of Purdue basketball, and founded the J Nine Club. Not only is he a notable supporter of Purdue but he also donated greatly to our chapter just a few months ago. We hope that you all keep John and his family in your thoughts, and remember his legacy at Purdue.

AEA, John

Congratulations to our new executive board for the fall 2020 semester!

On this day, March 18th, in 1956, 64 years ago, our Gamma Pi chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi was chartered here at Purdue. Here's to our brothers, old and new, near and far, past and present, living and passed, and brothers yet to be, who make up our musical family. Though the current future may be uncertain, may our feet be guided through this wilderness of life together.

We are brothers. If not by blood, then by music.

Great read for ideas for National Music in our Schools Month! ...and you may even recognize a particular (All-American) marching band!

10 Ways to Support Music in Your Schools - the Podium Online Every March, music education is celebrated all across the country for Music in Our Schools Month. Find out how you can help support music education!

Completed a successful Tapout with our sister chapter, Beta Sigma of TBS, this past Sunday! Congrats to all the MC's from both chapters!

Meet Ally!

This freshman MC, from Burr Ridge, IL, plays piccolo in the AAMB and flute in Symphonic Band and is majoring in Actuarial Science. She also plays piano. Outside of music, she enjoys drinking lots of coffee and Wii bowling, and loves Papa John’s Pizza. She can’t wait to get to know all the MC’s and chapter better this semester!

Meet Ethan!

This sophomore MC, from Fishers, IN, plays alto sax in the AAMB and Concert Band and is majoring in Health Science on the Pre-Med track. Outside of music he enjoys running (he ran the Purdue half marathon this year), reading, and playing baseball. He also used to program video games and websites for fun.

Meet Catie!

This freshman MC, from Munster, IN, plays flute and piccolo in Symphonic Band and GABS and is majoring in English Literature and Professional Writing. Outside of music she enjoys reading, calligraphy, and “drinking unhealthy amounts of tea.” Additionally, she’s proud to belong to house Hufflepuff!

Meet Jocie!

This freshman MC, from Pendleton, IN, plays alto sax in the AAMB and tenor sax in Concert Band and is majoring in Chemistry. Outside of music she enjoys baking and working out. One fun fact about her is she once got a concussion from a 6ft beanbag chair.

Meet Matthew!

This sophomore MC, from Zionsville, IN, plays trumpet in the AAMB and University Band and is majoring in Chemical Engineering. Outside of music he enjoys hiking, camping, video games, and Magic the Gathering. He also studied abroad in France this past May.

Meet Kaylee!

This sophomore MC, from Elwood, IN, plays piccolo in the AAMB and GABS and flute in University Band. She is also Majoring in Animal Sciences. Outside of music, she enjoys working out and watching YouTube, and loves iced coffee. She also went to state finals for bowling in high school.

Meet Gabby!

This freshman MC, from Dayton, OH, plays piccolo in the AAMB, flute in University band and is in First Year Engineering planning on majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Outside of music she enjoys drawing and painting and is a part of EPICS (building a mobile science lab). She also used to live in Hawaii.

Meet Annabelle!

This freshman MC, from Mason, OH, plays bassoon and piccolo and is in Concert Band. She is in First Year Engineering and planning to major in Environmental Engineering. Outside of music, she enjoys laser tag and reading. She also had a pet turtle for a summer.

Meet Jared!

This freshman MC, from Rochester, MN, is an alto sax in the AAMB, Concert Band, Box Band, and Boiler Brass and is in First Year Engineering planning on majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He also plays piano. Outside of music, he enjoys outdoor sports, hiking, travelling, gaming, and writing.

Meet Jack!

This freshman MC, from Charlestown, IN, is a trumpet in the AAMB and Box Band, and Oboe in Wind Ensemble and is in First Year Engineering planning on majoring in Chemical Engineering. He is also a member of Winter Guard. Outside of music, he enjoys Racquetball, Reading, and Running. Additionally, his legal name is John.

Meet Swoosh!

This freshman MC, from Naperville, IL, is a toobah in the AAMB, Boiler Brass, and Symphonic Band and is majoring in Marketing. She is also a member of “Lettuce Club” and has completed a total of three Rocky movie marathons.

Meet Jordan!

This freshman MC, from Columbus, IN, is a trumpet in the AAMB, University Band, Box Band, and GABS and is in First Year Engineering planning on majoring in Materials Science Engineering. Outside of music, she enjoys pressing flowers, reading and playing racquetball. and is 4’11”.

Meet Ashley!

This sophomore MC, from Osceola, IN, is a baton twirler (of 10 years) on the All-American Twirling team and is majoring in Forensic Entomology. She was the captain of her dance team in high school and also played violin in orchestra. Outside of music, she enjoys sewing and hanging out with friends and is also a part of the Purdue forensic science club.

Meet Jacob!

This sophomore MC, from Pennington, NJ, plays alto sax in the AAMB, University Band, Box Band, and GABS and is majoring in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Outside of music, he enjoys cars and motorsports and used to race cars competitively for 8 years.

Meet Aaron!

This Senior MC hails from our own West Lafayette, IN. He plays alto saxophone in the AAMB, Varsity Band, and Box Band. He is majoring in Aeronautical Engineering Technology with a minor in Unmanned Aerial Systems. Outside of band, Aaron enjoys playing acoustic guitar, messing with Legos, and playing video games. He is a part of The Purdue EDM Club and is actively involved in Campus House Ministries. One thing that many people do not know about him is that he is of Central American/Latino heritage.