Notable Zetes
For over 170 years, Zeta Psi has scaffolded our undergraduate brothers to be better leaders in their careers, communities, and in service to all humankind. We have been fortunate to have played a role in countless inspirational men’s lives throughout the years. Here is a list of some Zetes who have powerfully impacted the world.
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Lyon, Richards P.,MD
Achievements: Author of his memoir, at age 93, "A Process Mind" (linked below), also wrote "1000 Napa County Wildflowers", plus 2 books on winemaking. Served as the assistant surgeon for First Battalion, 24th Marines during the battle of Iwo Jima A pioneer innovator in Pediatric Urology
Chapter: Mu, 1936
DOD: Nov. 8, 1916 - Dec. 7, 2016
MacMullen, Robert J.
Achievements: 11th President of the Zeta Psi Foundation of Canada (2007-2012).
Chapter: Alpha Mu, 2003
Maddon, Joe
Achievements: Manager, Tampa Bay Rays (2006-2014, AL Champion 2008) Chicago Cubs (2015-2019, WS Champions 2016) , Los Angeles Angels (2020-2022) 2008, 2011 AL Manager of the Year, 2015 NL Manager of the Year. Zeta Psi Red Grange Athlete of the Year Award 2009. Author, "The Book of Joe: Trying Not to Suck at Baseball and Life".
Chapter: Tau
Mann, Les
Term: Phi Alpha # CXXXVI from 2016-2018. Zeta Psi Distinguished Service Award 2020
Chapter: Phi Lambda, 1973
Marshall, Jr., E. Pierce
Achievements: CEO and President, Elevage Capital Management LLC
Chapter: Beta Tau
Matisz, John M. J.
Achievements: Canadian National Hockey writer for multiple publications. Author, "Draft Year: Brendan Gaunce"
Chapter: Theta Eta, 2011
Matthews, Billy
Achievements: NBC Sports & Olympics (1987-present), director and producer.
Chapter: Delta, 1988
Mayer, Jr., Alexander “Sandy”
Achievements: 1972 Winner (with fellow Zete) Roscoe Tanner of the NCAA Tennis Doubles Championship. 1973 NCAA Men's tennis champion in singles and with (fellow Zete) James Delaney, doubles. Ranked as high as #7 in the world on the ATP Men's tennis tour. Champion, 1975 Men's doubles at Wimbledon, with Vitas Gerulatis. Champion, 1979 French Open Men's doubles with his brother, Gene Mayer.
Chapter: Mu, 1974
McChesney, Robert Edward
Achievements: 2 time Pro-Bowler with the Boston/Washington Redskins of the NFL (1938 and 1942).
Chapter: Sigma Zeta, 1935
DOD: (July 12, 1912 – September 20, 1986)
McColl, Duncan B.
Achievements: Stanford Athletics Hall of Fame. Defensive end for the Cardinals. He holds the school record for sacks in a season (17), ranks second in school history in tackles for loss in a season (26) and in a career (57), and 6th in career sacks (25). McColl is eighth in school history in career tackles (347) and led the team with 139 in 1975. A two-time All-American and All-Pac 8 selection, he was selected for the East-West Shrine Game and the Hula Bowl. Brother of Dr. Milt McColl. McColl was selected in the fourth round of the 1977 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins.
Chapter: Mu, 1977
McColl, Jr., MD, William F. “Bill”
Achievements: A pass catching Offensive End, Two-time consensus All-American and third runner-up for the Heisman Trophy in 1951. That same year, he became the first person to receive the "W.J. Voit Memorial Trophy" as the outstanding football player on the Pacific Coast. 1973 Inductee into the College Football Hall of Fame. 1952-1959, played Defensive and Offensive End for the Chicago Bears. One of the first Ends to be described as a Tight End. Become an orthopedic surgeon and served in Korea as a Presbyterian missionary doctor from 1962 to 1964. Father of Zeta Psi Mu Brothers Duncan and Milt McColl.
Chapter: Mu, 1952
McColl, Milton B. “Milt”, MD
Achievements: CEO, Gauss Surgical; Retired NFL Player (1981-1987), played in Super Bowl XVI and Super Bowl XIX.
Chapter: Mu, 1981
McCrae, Lieutenant Colonel John, MD
Achievements: Author, "In Flanders Fields"
Chapter: Theta Xi
DOD: January 28, 1918, Boulogne-sur-Mer, France, Place of Burial: Wimereux Cemetery, Wimereux
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McCready, Brian
Achievements: 15th President of the Zeta Psi Foundation of Canada (2023- )
Chapter: Chi Gamma (U of Calgary), 1999
McCreath, James S.
Achievements: Author, "Renaldo: A Tale of World Cup Soccer, Terrorism and Love"
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1970
McDaniel, Mike
Achievements: NFL Head Coach of the Miami Dolphins (2022-)
Chapter: Eta, 2006
McElroy, Gregory E.
Term: Phi Alpha # CXXXI from 2006-2008. James H. McLaughlin Interfraternity Award 1986. Zeta Psi Distinguished Service Award 2011. Zeta Psi Executive Director ( August, 1972-1996). James J. Carey Leadership Award 2020. Henry Elliot Volunteer of the Year 2022.
Chapter: Phi, 1970
McGurk, Brett H.
Achievements: American diplomat, attorney, and academic who served in senior national security positions under presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. US National Security Council's coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa (2021-Present).
Chapter: Theta, 1996
McKnight, Bill “Landru”
Achievements: 2022 James J. Carey Leadership Award Honoree
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1980
McKown, Wendell P.
Term: Phi Alpha from 1928–1929
Chapter: Lambda, 1898
DOD: May 4, 1877 - April 17, 1957
McLaughlin, James H.
Term: Phi Alpha from 1971–1974. Zeta Psi Distinguished Service Award 1974. Namesake and Inaugural James H. McLaughlin Interfraternity Service Award 1982. One of three original trustees of the Zeta Psi Foundation of Canada (1974). Third President of the Zeta Psi Foundation of Canada.
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1952
DOD: October 26, 1982
McMurtry Jr., OC, OOnt, The Hon. R. Roy
Achievements: Chief Justice, Ontario Supreme Court (1996-2007). Canadian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom(1985-1988). 12th Chancellor of York University (2008 - 2014). The headquarters of the Attorney General of Ontario, McMurtry-Scott Building, is named in honour of McMurtry and Ian Scott (former AG 1985-1990).
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1954
McMurtry Jr., OC, OOnt, The Hon. R. Roy
Achievements: Author, "Memoirs and Reflections" Few people have had a career as extensive, varied, and transformative as R. Roy McMurtry. In the public positions he held – reforming attorney general of Ontario, architect of the agreement that brought about the patriation of the Canadian Constitution, high commissioner to the United Kingdom, and chief justice of Ontario – he made immense contributions to Canadian law, politics, and life. Throughout, he has been a champion of anti-racism and human rights and an inspiring leader and motivator of others. Roy McMurtry also founded the Osgoode Society.
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1954
McNeilllie III, George G.
Term: Phi Alpha from 1997-1999. 6th President of the Zeta Psi Foundation of Canada (1985). Zeta Psi Distinguished Service Award 2004.
Chapter: Theta Xi, 1973
McOstrich, Neil A.
Achievements: Author, "Once Upon A Plane"
Chapter: Theta Xi
McWilliam, John
Achievements: 2018 Alumni Advisor of the Year honoree 2023 Henry Elliot Volunteer of the Year honoree
Chapter: Pi, 2002
Meigs, John
Term: Phi Alpha from 1876–1877
Chapter: Tau, 1871
DOD: August 31, 1852 - November 6, 1911
Meltzer, Peter D.
Achievements: Author, "Keys to the Cellar: Strategies and Secrets of Wine Collecting" and "Passport to New York Restaurants (Various years)"
Chapter: Theta Xi