About the Chapter

A Proud History at the University of Kansas

Founded in 1947, Zeta-Iota has been a thriving chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha at KU for over 75 years.

Established as a chapter committed to brotherhood, leadership, and integrity from day one, it was among the earliest fraternities to abolish hazing and promote equal membership through the Associate Member Program. Thousands of alumni have gone on to successful careers and continue to give back through mentoring and our Educational Foundation.

While the house we live in has changed, the values and brotherhood remains the same. Today, we are building a new chapter house at 1510 Sigma Nu Pl, a milestone for the next generation of Zeta-Iota brothers.

The first Lambda Chi chapter house at 805 Ohio (left). During the 1970s-90s we were at 1918 Stewart Avenue. Construction will be starting soon on our new and permanent Chapter House at 1510 Sigma Nu Place.

Chapter Life

Meet the Leaders Behind the Brotherhood

Our leadership team—spanning student officers, chapter advisors, and dedicated alumni on the House
Corporation Board—ensures the chapter thrives with transparency, values, and continuity.

Spencer Cunningham

High Alpha
(President)
Organizational Equivalent:
Chief Executive Officer

Logan Crotts

High Beta
(Vice President, Internal)
Organizational Equivalent:
Director of Operations

Open

High Theta
(Vice President, External)
Organizational Equivalent:
Director of Corporate Social Responsibility

Open

High Gamma
(Secretary)
Organizational Equivalent:
Data Manager

Ben Barutzke

High Tau
(Treasurer)
Organizational Equivalent:
Chief Financial Officer

Sam Knechtel

High Iota
(Risk Manager)
Organizational Equivalent:
Risk Manager

Open

High Rho
(Alumni Chairman)
Organizational Equivalent:
Head of External Relations

Open

High Kappa
(Fraternity Educator)
Organizational Equivalent:
Head of Learning and Development

Nathan Ginther

High Delta
(Recruitment Chair)
Organizational Equivalent:
Head of Sales

Patrick Hermann

High Delta
(Recruitment Chair)
Organizational Equivalent:
Head of Sales

Logan Georger

High Phi
(Ritualist)
Organizational Equivalent:
Head of Talent Development

Jake Linderer

High Sigma
(Scholarship Chairman)
Organizational Equivalent:
Career Counselor

Caden McGee

High Epsilon
(Social Chairman)
Organizational Equivalent:
Event Manager

Patrick Dipman

High Pi
(Alumni Advisor)

Eion Hogg

Standards Chair

Sam Schwartz

Social Media Manager

Our chapter is supported by an active alumni Board

Our chapter is supported by an active alumni Board

This dedicated board is committed to the chapter’s long-term success—from the new chapter house initiative to alumni engagement.

Gordon Ho (ZI 767)

President
Governs board strategic planning and house project oversight.

Chris Costello (ZI 779)

Vice President
Supports governance and board initiatives.

Clayton Hess (ZI 759)

Treasurer
Manages board and foundation finances.

Derek Bailey (ZI 980)

Director
Board member, house project advisor.

Kevin Cowan (ZI 465)

Director
Strategic advisor for chapter and property.

Ryan Hembree (ZI 852)

Director
Supports board projects and engagement.

Jason Lank (ZI 695)

Director
Contributor to board strategy and decisions.

Kevin Mosher (ZI 740)

Director
Involved in house planning and board operations.