The Cliff Russell Alumni Room
Not just a room...
a Destination.
Pat Atwater
Pat Atwater, Nu 872, has been instrumental in binding our Alumni together, perhaps most notably for his leadership with the highly-attended 100 Year Centennial Reunion in 2015.
A plaque now hangs in The Cliff Russell Alumni Room in honor of Pat's service to Nu Zeta, proudly provided by son Brian, Nu 1753.
Here are Brian and his dad at 990 during the 100th Anniversary Celebration.
Thanks, Pat! And Brian!
PAT ATWATER HONORED FOR SERVICE TO SCOUTING AMERICA
Hundreds of Brothers know Pat Atwater, Nu 872 (1965), through his service to Nu Zeta, especially for his serving many years as president of the Nu Zeta Alumni Association and for his leadership in organizing the remarkably successful 100th Anniversary Celebration of Nu Zeta in 2015. Not surprisingly, Pat has also served his community in many other ways, including years of leadership with Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America). Recently Pat was recognized and honored for his service to Scouting.
LONGTIME SCOUT LEADER PAT ATWATER HONORED WITH WATERFRONT NAMING AT CAMP OSBORN
Pat Atwater’s lifelong commitment to Scouting and youth leadership came full circle as the South Georgia Council of the Boy Scouts of America announced the naming of the Pat Atwater Waterfront at Camp Osborn in recognition of his decades of service and impact.
A native of Tifton, Atwater’s Scouting journey began in 1955 when he joined Troop 62, proudly serving as a member of the Red Fox Patrol. Some of his fondest memories were the troop campouts led by his father. During his youth in Scouting, Atwater earned the rank of First Class, laying the foundation for a lifetime devoted to the outdoors and leadership.
That love of adventure extended into his personal life. Pat and his wife of nearly 60 years, Linda Atwater, share a passion for camping, hiking, and canoeing, having explored remote outdoor sites across America. Today, they own a cabin on a scenic Canadian waterway, continuing their connection to nature.
In 1978, Atwater returned to Troop 62 as Assistant Scoutmaster under legendary Scoutmaster Loris Asmussen, shortly after his oldest son joined the troop. From that point on, Atwater never missed a meeting or campout. When Asmussen stepped down in 1981, Pat Atwater assumed the role of Scoutmaster, a position he held for seven years.
Under his leadership, Troop 62 grew to 60 members and produced an extraordinary 40 Eagle Scouts, including his two sons, Patrick and Brian (Nu 1753). Over the years, Atwater helped shape the character and future success of hundreds of young men, many of whom have continued to express deep gratitude and respect for his guidance and mentorship.
Following his tenure as Scoutmaster, Atwater remained deeply involved in Scouting, serving for many years on the South Georgia Council Executive Board. He completed his Wood Badge training, received the prestigious Silver Beaver Award, and became a James E. West Fellow, recognizing outstanding service and support to the Scouting movement.
Atwater retired in 2007 as President of Trust Company Bank in Tifton. He and Linda continue to reside in Tifton, surrounded by their family, including their Eagle Scout sons, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
The naming of the Pat Atwater Waterfront was made possible through a gift to the South Georgia Council to honor Atwater’s lasting contributions to Scouting and the youth of South Georgia.
The Council noted that generations of Scouts will now experience the outdoors at Camp Osborn along a waterfront bearing the name of a man whose life exemplifies the values of Scouting—service, leadership, and a deep respect for nature.
Courtesy of David Breedlove, Nu 849
Representative Joe Wilkinson Interchange
I-285 and Riverside Drive
Nu Zeta Brother Joe Wilkinson, Nu 941, was honored last year for his service to the United States Naval Reserve, the State of Georgia, the Georgia General Assembly, and the City of Sandy Springs.
Congratulations and Thank You, Joe!
ACTS AND RESOLUTIONS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA 2024
Act 702
House Resolution 854, Part VIII & 8th Paragraph of Part XXI
Effective May 6, 2024
REPRESENTATIVE JOE WILKINSON INTERCHANGE — DESIGNATED.
A RESOLUTION
Dedicating certain portions of the state highway system; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Representative Joe Wilkinson has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital
role that he plays in leadership in this state and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of
Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Representative Wilkinson is a fifth generation Atlantan who graduated from North Fulton High
School and the University of Georgia and served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the
United States Naval Reserve; and
WHEREAS, he served as a member of the Georgia General Assembly from 2001 to 2017, representing the
citizens of House District 52, and served as chairman of the House Ethics Committee and as a member of the
House Economic Development and Tourism, Health and Human Services, Insurance, and Judiciary
committees; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure with the Georgia House of Representatives, Representative Wilkinson ushered
several laws to passage, including the creation of the City of Sandy Springs; and
WHEREAS, he has served on numerous nonprofit boards, including The Atlanta Community Food Bank, the
Metro Atlanta Crime Commission, USO of Georgia, the Arts Festival of Atlanta, the Tommy Nobis Center, the
Georgia Council for International Visitors, Sister Cities International, and Atlanta International Family
Services; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and
distinguished Georgian be appropriately recognized by dedicating an interchange in his honor.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA, that
the interchange at I-285 and Riverside Drive in Fulton County, is dedicated as the Representative Joe Wilkinson
Interchange.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to erect and
maintain appropriate signs dedicating the road facility named in this Resolution.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to
make appropriate copies of this Resolution available for distribution to the Department of Transportation and to
Representative Joe Wilkinson.
Thanks to Alvin Townley, Jr.; Nu 949; for submitting this for our acknowledgment and appreciation.
