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University:  Pennsylvania State University, University Park - PSU

Greek Organization:  Zeta Psi

Author:  Jerry Battlepass

Comment:  It was a cold, quiet night in the heart of Penn State when a fire broke out in the building next to ours. My friend Cam and I had been hanging out, unaware that a spark from an old heater had started to blaze. The flames quickly spread, and before we knew it, smoke filled the hallways. Panic set in. In that moment, Jacob, the Vice President of Zeta Psi, burst through the door. Calm under pressure, he immediately assessed the situation, shouted for us to stay low, and helped us navigate through the smoke-filled building. His quick thinking and leadership saved our lives. Once we were safely outside, he didn’t stop. Jacob called the fire department, stayed with us until everything was under control, and made sure Cam and I were both alright. In the aftermath, Jacob didn’t just vanish like some would. He took it upon himself to help us rebuild. Since Cam and I had lost everything in the fire, Jacob and the Zeta Psi brothers rallied together. Within weeks, they’d not only found us a place to stay, but Jacob personally oversaw the construction of a new house for me and Cam, ensuring it was safe and comfortable. His dedication to his brothers—and to doing right by others—earned Zeta Psi a reputation for loyalty, strength, and selflessness. That year, Zeta Psi became more than just a fraternity at Penn State. Thanks to Jacob’s heroism and heart, it became a symbol of community and brotherhood, elevating the fraternity to a top-tier status at the university.