Reader comments: Build America makes stop in Utah

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Pi Kapp Alum | 3:02 p.m. July 19, 2008
As a Pi Kapp Phi alumnus and someone who was part of the Build America team last year, I am glad to see the team come through my home town. I hope that the people who read this article realize how unique Pi Kappa Phi is and what a great philanthropy Push America is. My hope is that one day fraternities won't have a negative stigma associated with them. The gentlemen of Build America truly represent what being a member of Pi Kappa Phi is all about.
Anonymous | 10:07 a.m. July 20, 2008
What a wonderful group of real gentlemen. We have a son who was on the Build America Team last year and when we found out they were coming to Utah this year we asked if we could have them for over dinner. We can't explain the wonderful feeling when you see these guys pouring into your house.They were so thankful and yet it, is us who should be thanking them. They have given the greatest gift to so many across the nation,caring. Thanks guys, for taking the time to share your experience with us.
pat,kathryn,tony,megan. We love pi kappa phi
Anonymous | 5:57 a.m. July 21, 2008
As a mother of one of these young men I am proud of what they are doing not just my son but every man on this team. They came through our town Fremont NE and also Grand Island where we were able to spend time with all of them and see them interacting with the kids at both places and it makes you see that there are good men still out there willing to help without expecting something in return other than the smiles of the kids they are helping. We can all be proud these are young men who will be doing great things for our country. Pi kappa phi your the best.
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Miguel Salazar, right, of Build America, interacts with Sir William, left, and Josh Riehl during an activity at Camp Kostopulos. The team rebuilt parts of the camp's rope course to make it more accessible for disabled people. (Michael Brandy, Deseret News)
Michael Brandy, Deseret News
Miguel Salazar, right, of Build America, interacts with Sir William, left, and Josh Riehl during an activity at Camp Kostopulos. The team rebuilt parts of the camp's rope course to make it more accessible for disabled people.