The presence of a woman or housemother within our chapter completes the family of Alpha Gamma Rho. Jan Brown is this woman as she capably serves as our "mom away from home." Little did she know as a child attending Founders' Day with her father and family that she would someday be the housemother for the same chapter that he was initiated into. She is a strong supporter of the fraternity as she has also had 2 brothers and 3 nephews who have gained from the AGR experience. Through her family associations with AGRs, she is well aware of the long-term benefits of this fraternity.

Our AGR mom is a fantastic resource person as she brings us on board with appropriate manners/dress for social and professional situations. She helps with proof reading assignments and resumes and enjoys keeping up on the special interests of brothers in the fraternity. She is always willing to be a good listener and manages to have suggestions for our many questions. When it is time to publish the chapter publication for our 1800+ alumni, Jan even spends time updating her own column within the newsletter specifically geared for the AGR alum. When asked to, she even tackles the job of teaching college men the difficult task of ironing a shirt or sewing a button. In fact, every now and then, she will even do it for us!

Mom serves as a gracious hostess for such occasions as Founders' Day, Homecoming and Parent Weekends, etc. at the chapter house. She may be seen working with our cook, setting up for the occasion, greeting guests, and reminiscing with "her" former young men when they return as alumni. Like a real mother, she is willing to lend a helping hand so that we enjoy a warm and comfortable home away from home.

Home at 201 Gray is more than a place to hang our hats! Mom Brown helps provide that warm caring atmosphere and the expectations to respect others and our chapter facility. Life is better with Jan around, and we are better men because of her presence.