Monthly Alumni Lunch - May 2019

Guest Speaker: General Robert Cardenas, USAF (Ret.)
Significant Sig, Beta Xi '55
Pioneering Aviator, Visionary Leader, Dedicated Patriot
http://www.bobcardenasyb49.com/biography.htm

Join us at lunch to hear from 99 year young, guest speaker Significant Sig, General Cardenas, USAF (Ret.). In a life that spans more than nine decades of war and peace, Brig. Gen. Cardenas was a key figure in some of our nation’s greatest endeavors. He led a pioneering project to break the “sound barrier" and was command pilot of the aircraft that launched Capt. Chuck Yeager’s rocket plane into supersonic flight, marking one of the major aviation achievements of the 20th century. He was at the forefront of aviation during a time of rapid technological advancement. He was an innovative military leader who could be trusted with any complex or hazardous mission.Cardenas served his country with great distinction, inspiring all who have known him with his personal courage, honor and conduct. In retirement, his most lasting achievement was leading the effort to establish San Diego’s Miramar National Cemetery, which opened in 2010.

ALL Sigma Chi alumni are welcome no matter if you went to school on the east coast, west coast, in the Midwest or the South. Spread the word and please pass this invitation along to any alumni who would like to come.Cost: $20 Online and for 2019 dues paid members | $25 non-dues paid member.