Delta Chi Awards 2019-20: Distinguished Delta Chi
Distinguished Delta Chi
It is the Fraternity’s goal to recognize and promote the achievements of our chapters, colonies, alumni, and advisors on a chapter, colony, regional, and international level.
The Distinguished Delta Chi award recognizes significant achievement in an alumnus’ profession or outstanding civic service while upholding the values and ideals of the Fraternity. This award may be awarded posthumously.
Distinguished Delta Chi
Dr. Don C. Killingsworth, Jacksonville State ’99
Dr. Killingsworth became Jacksonville State University’s 13th President in 2020 and is a two-time graduate of JSU. Killingsworth dedicated his entire career to the University, joining staff in 2002 as a Coordinator of Academic Advisement. He was named Director of Government Relations soon after, later being promoted to Chief Government Relations and Community Engagement Officer. He continues to serve in a leadership role for the Higher Education Partnership as Chairperson for the Council of University Governmental Affairs Representatives, a group of lobbyists from Alabama’s 14 public universities.
Major General Troy Kok, Central Missouri ‘87
Major General Kok is the Commanding General of the 99th Regional Support Command (RSC), providing administrative, logistical, and facility support to more than 44,000 Army Reserve soldiers spanning 13 northeastern states. A veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, his awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (with Oak Leaf Cluster), the Bronze Star Medal (with Oak Leaf Cluster), the Senior Army Aviation Badge, the Parachutist Badge, and the Pathfinder Badge.
James Patrick Spainhour, Mississippi State ‘72
Brother Spainhour served as the CEO of Service Master from May 2006 to December 2010, overseeing the relocation of the company’s headquarters from Downer’s Grove, Illinois to Memphis, Tennessee. The move allowed for the establishment of stronger ties with its Memphis-based business units. Spainhour previously served as Chairman and CEO of Ann Taylor Stores Corporation and his resume also includes senior executive roles at Gap, Inc., Stride Rite Corp., and Donna Karan Company. Brother Spainhour has made countless contributions to the Mississippi State Chapter as an alumnus.
