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BROTHERS
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Charles Han '05
Rush Chair, Vice President |
Burke, VA |
EECS |
Charles has the most free time of anyone at PKT. What does he do with all that
free time? Well, at least twice a week, he can be found spotted at the local
Pho Pasteur. When Charles isn’t this pho-natic, he is dealing it to the rest
of the house: the first one is on him, but this later turns into a $12 a week
pho addiction. If he can put down his chopsticks long enough, Charles also
might be on his computer programming in CSHeme. But if Charles isn’t in the
house, he WON’T be at class. More likely, Charles is at Asian Christian
Fellowship or MIT Symphony Orchestra. If you ever want to get a hold of him
though, just don’t tickle him.
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Bob Aspell '06
Social Chair |
Braintree, MA |
EECS |
A homegrown thoroughbred townie, Bob is our expert on local culture, and is a
knowledgeable critic of all things not worthwhile. Bob keeps it real. He’s
also a master of the haiku:
Asian food does suck
Please stop making me eat it
Let’s go to Hooters
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| Hao Hu '04 |
Whitestone, NY |
Materials Science |
Hu is the designated driver on pledge trips and random excursions? Look at Hao
he holds the lives of the entire pledge class in his hands. As a sophomore
pledge, he had plenty of wisdom to share with his pledge brothers, especially
on girls and how to avoid paying attention in lecture. This kid from NY not
only slicks his way with women but also bangs the stick quite hard at the pool
table. You are in safe hands when Double H is in the driver’s seat, but be
careful that he may recruit you for MIT volleyball.
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Ladd Horvath '05
House Manager |
Niceville, FL |
Aero/Astro |
It's fun to stay at the...
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| Chris Vu '04 |
San Jose, CA |
EECS |
For a man of small stature, Chris Vu sure is easy to find. In case you’re ever
looking for him, Vu is the guy in the middle of the dance floor at parties with
a circle of women standing around gawking as he dances. Still can’t find him?
Then he must be practicing with his à capella group, the Logarhythms. Still
having trouble? Then how about on TV as one of the last 100 finalists for
American Idol 2? One might think it would be hard to pin down such an active
guy, but that’s not a problem with Chris Vu, because everybody knows him. Come
by during Rush, and you can get to know him, too.
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| Brett Mitchell '06 |
Auburn, ME |
Aero/Astro |
Straight out of the homoerotic pages of the latest Abercrombie and Fitch
catalogue comes a tried and true product of Maine's heartland. He's got a
rugged build, with an equally rugged disposition. Catch him while he's
serenading his lovely ladies with John Mayer and Jack Johnson, and you'll
wonder how he can walk around town without being swarmed by screaming women. A
renaissance man at heart, Brett's passion is to build and hone all the mad
skillz he's got, athletic, academic, musical and more!
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| Brian Anderson '04 |
Burbank, CA |
EECS |
Between holding the UA position of co-publicity chair for MIT ’04 and people on
the track team calling him Verbal, you’d think that Brian never stopped
talking. The truth of the matter is that Brian lets his feet do the talking.
From dusting the competition while running a 1:52 half-mile to impressing
everyone around with his Dance Dance Revolution skills his feet have talked
their way into the hearts of many a lass. But no matter how fast he can run, he
will never be able to escape his house nickname, Bandersnatch.
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Sisir Botta '04
Alumni Chair |
Nashville, TN |
Biology |
This beast comes out when it is 25 degrees below zero. It can rip your head
off. It can fly as high as a bird. It can bite your face.... It’s Sisir
Botta! This humble-hearted Hindu took MIT by storm after enduring a rough
childhood surrounded by country bumpkins, the Grand Ole Opry, and monster
pick-up trucks. Not even a grueling year of rush chair duties and MCAT
studying could keep him from being an exceptional brother and all-around cool
guy. But watch out, because Sisir’s normally reserved demeanor changes in a
heartbeat when he becomes... THE CHIIIICKEN COWWW... THE CHIIIIICKEN COWWWW....
THE CHIIIIICKEN COWWWWWW.... THE CHIIIIICKEN COWWWWW.... rock over London, rock
on Chicago; PKT: Give, Expecting Nothing Thereof.
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Joseph Cheng '06
Community Relations Chair |
San Diego, CA |
EECS |
Take one look at this face. This is the guy behind the guy behind the guy.
Joseph is so money and he doesn't even know it. One time there was this small
asian bunny, but Joseph couldn't even kill it. He's like a big giant bear,
with big claws, and giant teeth (freaking fangs!); but he still can't kill the
bunny. Someday Joseph, someday...
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Ben Kendall '06
Athletic Chair |
Irving, TX |
Aero/Astro |
Ben’s got skills, mad skillz yo. He was a star on PKT’s 2002-2003 championship
football and softball teams. And while he may look like Gary Coleman, he’s got
a big voice. You can often find him bringing down the house using his Carlton
Banks like charm with MIT’s premiere à capella group, the Logarhythms. So come
over here to Ben’s crib and find out why he’s off the hizzle, fo shizzle
nizzle.
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| Phil Hou '04 |
San Marino, CA |
Management |
Heeza Hoooooooooou. Heeza Hoooooooooou..
Can’t turn a Hou into a housewife.
Hou don’t act right.
There’s Hou on a mission and Hou on the baseline.
Hey Hou, how ya doin’, where ya been?
Prolly doin’ Hou stuff ‘cause there you Hou again.
It’s a Hou-wide world, we livin’ in...
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John Huang '06
Pop Chair |
Troy, MI |
Chemical Engineering |
Deep in the Broccoli Forest, you'll find a beast more terrible than one could
possibly imagine. Small children everywhere cry themselves to sleep in fear
that he will crush them with his grotesquely swollen lip. However, John tends
to be a friendly beast unwilling to use his cursed lip against the innocent.
Just don't piss him off by expecting him to read his e-mail. And don't EVER
ask him for a soda.
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| Job Evers '05 |
Hudson, IA |
Mathematics |
Fate was sealed in the stars for young Job Evers as he left the yellow
cornfields of Hudson for the Infinite Corridor. Armed with his trusty
trenchcoat and tie-dye shirt, little did he know that his quest had only just
begun. But, Job quickly developed his powers, from telling time by the length
of his uncut hair to staying up for 48 hours straight. Still, he just can’t
stop his habit of using the misnomer `pop.' Just goes to show...you can take
Job out of Iowa, but you can’t take Iowa out of Job.
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| Ben Su '05 |
Mercer Island, WA |
Mechanical Engineering |
Ben Su, a member of MIT’s best all-male à capella group, the Logs, is singing
his way to the top Between the rigorous rehearsals and classes, you can always
find him making the rounds around campus visiting his many fans. With his
witty character, comical sense of humor, and charming style, you’ll definitely
want to meet this young Phi Kap who will sing you a good time.
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| Mike Mortenson '04 |
Green Bay, WI |
Physics |
Now step ta dis: I like dem Wellesley hos, pianizzle, an’ the Phizzle Kizzle
to tha Thizzle... Shiiiiiet!. :]
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| Maxwell Farrell |
Santa Fe, NM |
Econ/Math |
Tall, White Male ISO
new living partner I recently lost my long term living
partner to Bill Gates and his evil empire of Microsoft. I am now looking for
someone with whom I can wile away the hours talking about and doing nothing. I
enjoy sleeping, sitting on my lazy ass, and watching the Simpsons, the Family
Guy, and Seinfeld. I am looking for someone who enjoys jazz music and sarcasm,
and can tolerate my large use of obscenities and poor hygiene. If you think
you qualify, please call me at 617-437-7795.
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| Richard Park '05 |
Smithville, NJ |
Management |
Although he seems quiet and humble, beware of falling into the `first
impression' trap. Inside this quiet brother actually lies someone who’s not
afraid to constantly remind you of how much he can outbench you (he’s been to
the `promised land' of 315 pounds). When he’s not busy making highlight-reel
interceptions for MIT’s Varsity Football team, he’s making jaw-dropping shots
for PKT’s IM Tennis team, sinking ridiculous jumpers in IM Basketball, and
trying to keep from drowning during D-league IM Water Polo games. As Rich will
tell you, he has `fully recognized the potential of his God-given body.'
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| Fabian Jones '05 |
Sugarland, TX |
EECS |
Deep in the Canyon of PKT, you may find a rare and strange species of what
would appear to be a black man. His face, illuminated by a computer screen,
groovin’ under the headphones... But look closer! Fabian is ogling his
extensive library of Japanese Anime on that computer. Grab those headphones!
So, it’s true... Fabian listens to more Korean pop than even our resident Super
Koreans. Although he is a little yellow man trapped inside a big black man’s
body, no one can deny that Fabian still got soul, when he busts out the jazz
with his saxophone. The MIT Jazz Ensemble member is about as congenial as they
come; ask him, and he’ll gladly mystify you with his rhythm & blues.
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| Hai-Nhu Nguyen |
New York, NY |
EECS |
`Illness won’t hinder HNN’s game next year'
Associated Press
Boston - After a first term plagued by illness and scheduling difficulties, it
appears as though Hai Nhu was able to get through rehab and successfully pull
things together by the end of spring term. The Phi Kaps are looking forward to
two more years of good production out of this young man before he goes on to
the majors. He himself is setting some high expectations saying, `I feel like
I’m 100% and I’m going to give everything I can for the team. Whether that’s
spending time with the guys or bringing over a truck load of ladies, I want to
be a team player. I just hope I can be as great as my big brother.' The Phi
Kaps are hoping he can be even better.
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| John Brewer '05 |
Albemarle, NC |
Mechanical Engineering |
`Hey freshman, y’all think you’re hot stuff? Come on down to the pong table
and I’ll give you a whupping! So what if I aint’ got no backhand? Down in
God’s country we don’t use no backhand! C’mawwwwn!!!'
John Brewer is the best ping pong player in the house. Yeah, and the South won
the Civil War.
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| Danny Kwon '04 |
Hayward, CA |
Management |
This is a man of God who fears no mortal, a man straight from the ghettos of
Hayward, CA, a man referred to only as the Danimal. A former defensive-end who
struck fear into the hearts of quarterbacks, the Danimal now tackles the
Institute. He can often be found on campus or in his room working hard to
finish 9-hour problem sets. When he’s not hitting the books, the Danimal serves
as the Alumni Chair for the Korean Students Association. But don’t be
overwhelmed by the Danimal, as the Danimal is one of the most laid-back fellas
you will meet in PKT.
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| George Huo '06 |
Tacoma, WA |
EECS |
A talented violinist in MIT's Symphony Orchestra, you would expect nothing but
refinement from George. However, this nocturnal brother from the streets of
Tacoma is anything but refined. In a strange hygiene experiment, George went
the entire 2nd semester, showering only a few times. How long did he actually
go without cleaning himself? We're not sure we want to know.
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| Alexis Giguere '06 |
Montreal, QB |
Physics |
When this crazy Canadian came to PKT leading the mighty class of 2006 as pledge
class president, Phi Kaps everywhere were expecting a hockey-crazed,
snow-loving, flanel-wearing, rowdy canuck. However, they got a French-speaking
Taiwan Cafe addict who will stop at nothing to woo small asian women. Even a
broken foot couldn't stop Alexis' drive, as he mercilessly freaked an
unsuspecting victim with his amazing one-footed dancing. Observers were left
speechless... Sacre bleu!!!
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Kaliq Chang '05
Risk Manager |
Fanwood, NJ |
Management |
Kaliq’s enormous slate of scholastic and extracurricular activities makes us
wonder sometimes. Between his dizzying array of minors, his preparations for
med school, his bustling social life, and his membership in the MIT
Logarhythms, we can’t fathom how Kaliq ever finds time to sleep. How anyone
could pull off such an ambitious schedule while maintaining such a pristine GPA
is beyond any of us.... oh wait, never mind; he’s a business major.
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Derek Wu '05
Secretary |
Palos Verdes Estates, CA |
Management |
Derek Wulander is good-looking. Like really really ridiculously good looking.
And while it takes him a while to drag his gigantic heed up the stairs, (`it's
like an orange on a toothpick!'), Derek needs only to flash one of his many
looks to remedy a situation. Whether he's destroying a problem set with "Blue
Steel," or driving women crazy with "Le Tigre," Derek is amazing. So come on
down to PKT, but watch out for `Magnum.'
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Aaron Wippold '05
Personnel Director |
St. Louis, MO |
Biology |
Normally, Aaron is totally calm and nice. But on those rare occasions, he
morphs into a state with almost as much REAL ULTIMATE POWER as a ninja. Once,
this guy tried to make a move on his sister. Aaron totally flipped out and
whipped the guy to death with his hair...hard. Then there was the time when
someone tried to push him under water during a water polo game. So he popped a
boner bigger than the biggest, blackest boner ever and beat the guy with it so
hard that he went all the way through the earth, busted out the other side, and
all the way to the sun where he fried. As you can see, Aaron is cool, and by
cool we mean totally sweet.
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| John Wang '04 |
Grand Rapids, MI |
EECS |
Representing the homeboys of Grand Rapids, MI, John gave up being a Wolverine
in order to be a Beaver. Even so, he is a die-hard Wolverines fan and is
willing to give up his left nut to see them go all the way. When he’s not
wandering around the house eating other people’s food or leaving behind empty
soda cans, this bum can be found spending most of his time in the MIT
boathouse. This man has no limits when it comes to tearing up the erg or rowing
in the first novice boat for MIT Crew. When not rowing on the Charles River,
John likes to hit the weight room. Following his masochistic nature, John is
pursuing a double major in Management and Computer Science.
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| Matt Tanwanteng '06 |
Pinebrook, NJ |
EECS |
The only thing Matt loves more than his Brothers is his computer. Despite
warnings of many about the dangers of penis-burn, Pootieteng likes nothing more
than to sit for hours with his trusty laptop staring bleary eyed into his
screen. Maybe he just likes living on the edge. And while Matt hasn't been
burnt yet, we don't recommend living the life of such a dangerous man.
Remember: "Only YOU can prevent penis-burns."
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| Ben Schmeckpeper '05 |
Shorewood, WI |
EECS |
`Golden Boy'
From the short blond hair,
To the muscles when he’s bare,
There are gay men everywhere,
Who just cant help but stare.
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Chung-Kit Chan
Scholarship Chair |
Brooklyn, NY |
Math/Management |
Straight from the streets of Brooklyn, NY, this ghetto superstar arrived at PKT
armed with those famous NYC street skills. He’s displayed the raw athleticism
that earned him a spot on the varsity volleyball team and on the highly
talented PKT A-league Bowling roster. His charming and suave personality has
maintained a steady relationship with his girlfriend from Wellesley. His
streetsmarts have translated to stellar academic performances, and most of all,
he’s blessed us with culinary skills that we all savor. The streets have
trained this man well.
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Abe Hsu
Steward |
Mission Viejo, CA |
EECS |
There’s never a dull moment around this one-of-a-kind brother. While we may
not always understand the musings of the Wombat, we’re always entertained.
Although his pledge class may call him the Wombat, those of us who are older
and wiser know he is actually an ostrich. Come by during rush to hear the
cackle of this ostrich and how he keeps us sane in the midst of an MIT term.
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| Dave Hilde '06 |
Grovewood, MN |
Mech E/Urban Planning |
Dave is the big, bruising center for PKT’s MIT-champion intramural football
team. If you’re unfortunate enough to line up across this real American on the
football field, you better watch out for his 24-inch pythons and the strength
he draws from thousands of screaming Hildemaniacs. Every day, Dave can be seen
doing his training, saying his prayers, and taking his vitamins, all while
smashing through two majors and calling Miss Teen Minnesota every day (she’s
his sister).... And Dave wants YOU to rush PKT, SO WHATCHA GONNA DO, BROTHER,
WHEN HILDEMANIA RUNS WILD ON YOU!?
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Nate Meng '04
Asst. House Manager |
Granger, IN |
EECS |
Now what would you call a Chinese-American junior at MIT? Most people would
call him normal, but this kid is anything but that. Starting with his pimpin’
connections to all the ladies of McCormick, and his position as president of
his pledge class, Nate has more than distinguished himself from the pack. And
when this man works, call him the `Problem Set Destroyer.' Though we sometimes
wonder why an MIT pre-med would ever, ever want to major in Course 6.
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| Nick Behrens '05 |
La Verne, CA |
EECS |
Nick is every woman’s dream. His culinary skills and social etiquette
are surpassed by no one. Combined with his clean-cut look, the girls
can’t help but flock to him. He frequently has to fight off the women
because he is active with crew, busy building one of the nicest
computers in the house, or laying the smack down on his classes.
Nick Behrens: smart, talented, handsome; the perfect ladies man
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| Steve Lee '04 |
Paramus, NJ |
Biology |
Yo F.O.B.’s, let’s kick it
RICE, RICE BABY! RICE, RICE BABY!
Listen up, Put down the chopsticks and kim chi
I’m Kyoungmouk, but you can call me Steve Lee
Course 7 cuz I wanna go to Med. School
Resemble Jet Li, but I still need a step-stool
Will I ever grow?
Yo - don’t think so
On clarinet, I’m still a pro
Class Council & NCPC just ain’t a menace
But I still get stuck in windows for IM Tennis
RICE RICE BABY! RICE, RICE BABY!
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| Steven Maltas '06 |
Arlington Heights, IL |
Materials Science |
"Don't be hating on my bears!" This man is a diehard Chicago fan, waiting for
the day `da Bears' return to the glory days of Sweetness and Coach Ditka. Um..
too bad they were 4-12 last year, eh Steve? At least he fared a bit better
than his beloved team, tearing it up on the Cross Country and Track teams,
harnessing the powers of his quick feet and his famous magnetic nose.
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| Chris Tsai '05 |
Los Altos Hills, CA |
EECS |
Chris loves to be inspired. After seeing Braveheart for the first time, this
brother rode into the term with one mission: to live each day as if it were
his last. Whether this means kicking ass in his classes, serenading the ladies
on his guitar, or battling vicious bed bug attacks, Chris puts everything he's
got into what he does. And he does live life on the edge. Just ask anybody
about the time he gave a car a love tap while bicycling and ended up nearly
killing himself.
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