Kovner

In 1942, Alfred "Koko" Kovner, a model of leadership at the PA Alpha Delta chapter at Temple University, like many other Pi Lams, enlisted in the military to serve his country. During his tour of duty in the Army Air Corp, his letters home continued to focus on his chapter and its brothers.

In 1944, Kovner was killed in action over Germany while serving as navigator on a B-17 bomber, but his spirit lives on through his profound words and letters. The men who were fortunate enough to know him found in him wisdom beyond his years, strength of character, leadership and humility. He had qualities we as Pi Lams strive to emulate.

His best known legacy is an eloquent quote that truly capsulizes the fraternal experience.

"Joining a fraternity means nothing. But when you have really worked for it, sweated for it, cursed it, and loved it, as well as the men in it, you have something."