University of Florida - Tower / Seminole Yearbook (Gainesville, FL)

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iKappa Phi brother Doug Barker spent his summer pedaling for a good cause. The Alpha Epsilon Chapter president rode his bicycle from San Francisco to Washington DC. as part of the fraternityTs philanthropy, PUSH America PUSH America raises funds and strives to raise awareness for people With disabilities. Barker rode across the country as part of PUSH Americas Journey of Hope. The Journey of Hope began in 1987 as one mans dream to ride his bike from one end of the country to the other. A year later, that dream was transformed into the largest fraternal fundraising event of its kind. The project now reaches over 50 mil- lion people through media and community events. Barker was the only member from the UP Chapter to participate in the annual cycling event He joined other Pi Kapps from across the country,near1y 100 of them, to make the trek Barker rode an average of 75 miles per day and kept his spirits high by enjoying friendship Visits With local groups around the nation that work for kids With disabilities. Pi Kappa Phi believes that the Journey of Hope happens through creative energy, team- work and common belief in the mission Which they are striving for. -Leshe Veiga ant Life Dominant Counselor Timothy Carswell shows his campers how to n'de horses. Above; Elizabeth Lackner and Shannon Romagnolo take a break from their counselor duties at: Woodlands Lutheran camp. photos provided by. Shannon Romagnolo