Western Kentucky University's Phi Sigma Pi chapter has selected 2011 Joplin High School graduate Will Norton, who was killed in the May 22 tornado, as an honorary member:
“Will’s story is the whole reason we do these Joplin trips,” said chapter advisor David Serafini. “His story has really touched the students and we’ve all adopted him in a sense.”
Serafini and seven students traveled to Joplin in late June; he and 13 students returned for Joplin Run II during WKU’s fall break last week. The WKU chapter is making plans for three more relief trips in 2012.
“Since we make these runs in his honor, it seemed only fitting that we make him an honorary brother of the chapter,” Serafini said. “Phi Sigma Pi’s tripod of ideals are leadership, fellowship and scholarship. Will was a leader at Joplin High School, was a friend to so many and upheld the value of scholarship. After our unanimous vote on Thursday night, the brothers said they are proud to call Will their brother. He fits our ideals for brotherhood.”
Norton will be initiated as an honorary brother in late November as part of the fall 2011 class of 14 initiates.
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