The Newest Pledge 2010

Discovery and decision to raise Kegston

In the morning after a wild night, the Omega fraternity wakes to find a baby on their doorstep. Led by Hodges, the brothers agree to raise the child and name him Kegston. This moment sets the course for the semester as their priorities shift from partying to parenting.

Financial strain and counsel

Raising Kegston drains the fraternity’s finances quickly, pushing them toward bankruptcy. Hodges seeks guidance from former Omega president and current professor Street to figure out how to keep the baby and the house afloat. The situation underscores the mounting pressure as money runs thin.

Fundraising plan takes shape

Pledge Rob proposes throwing a big party to raise funds for the baby’s care. The idea gains traction as the Omegas rally around Kegston, turning the campus into a hub of fundraising energy. The event marks a turning point in their fight to keep their newest member.

Rival sabotage and housing rules

Despite Phi Tau Tau’s attempts to ruin the party, the Omegas manage to raise the necessary funds. They soon learn that no non-students can live in Greek housing, threatening their ability to keep Kegston close. The new rule forces difficult compromises about where the baby can stay on campus.

Meeting with President Dumervile

Hodges, Night Train, and Renato visit President Dumervile to plead their case. They hope to bend the rules, but the president remains steadfast, saying that it’s too late in the year and that rules are rules. The encounter highlights the institutional barriers facing the Omegas.

Draft into the NFL and scholarship plan

Days after the confrontation, Night Train is drafted into the NFL. He decides to use his money to create a scholarship for babies, turning a personal opportunity into communal support. The windfall shifts the momentum back toward the Omegas.

Kegston approved as a student

With new funding and a fresh chance, the university grants Kegston student status. The approval foils Phi Tau Tau’s second attempt to remove the Omegas’ baby member from campus life. The campus community grows more supportive, at least for the moment.

Spring Formal and leadership transition

During the Spring Formal, Hodges publicly designates Pledge as the candidate to succeed him as President. The announcement signals the leadership transition and intensifies the upcoming Greek Board election. The Omegas pride themselves on a century-long undefeated record on the Board.

Slander campaign by Phi Tau Tau

Rico, leader of Phi Tau Tau, launches a campaign to smear the Omegas, claiming they kidnapped the baby. The accusation threatens the fraternity’s reputation across the Greek Board and raises the stakes for the election. Tensions rise as both sides prepare for the debate.