#1126 Andrew McGowan
Hometown: Loveland, OH
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Graduates: Summer ‘11
Pledge Class: Autumn ‘07
Activities: Friends, Music, Sports, Acacia, Work at Marketplace Deli
Interests/Hobbies: Chipotle, Comedy, Food, Music, Sports, Acacia, Poker
Leadership Experience: HS Jazz Band Section Leader, Treasurer for ACACIA 2008
Favorite Music: Disturbed, The Exies, Goo Goo Dolls, Papa Roach, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Saliva, Sublime, Sugarcult, Sum 41, Switchfoot, Third Eye Blind, Three Days Grace, Yellowcard
Favorite Movies: 300, Austin Powers, Batman Begins, Beerfest, Billy Madison, Borat, Bourne Ultimatum, Casino Royale, Click, Club Dread, Happy Gilmore, Lord of War, Smokin’ Aces, Wedding Crashers, Zoolander
Favorite Books: Anything written by Michael Crichton or Dan Brown, I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell
Lives in house: No
Q) Why did you join ACACIA?
A) When I started college, the first place I went was Acacia. The brothers are all great people. They can relax and have a great time. I find myself laughing constantly when I am over at the house. As many have said, the brothers are simply not typical guys in a fraternity. This is exactly what makes Acacia so great. The amount of members that Acacia has makes it so that everyone knows each other pretty well. This gives a great sense of brotherhood.
Q) What is your favorite memory of the fraternity?
A) Big/Little was probably one of the best experiences I have had. It was a great learning experience and let me get to know all the brothers better.
Q) What kind of influence has ACACIA had on your life?
A) As an Acacian, I will have many leadership opportunities. A position of leadership in a fraternity looks great on a résumé. It has also given me a chance to get more involved with the community. There are many philanthropy events and community service projects. The bonds of brotherhood have tied me into a great fraternity with a great group of people.
Q) What are your plans after graduation?
A) I plan to probably go to graduate school. Hopefully, I will have a job setup with a company through the co-op program at OSU. I plan to visit Acacia when I can, so that I am able to stay in touch.
