Gabe graduated from Hanover College in May 2025 with a bachelor of arts in kinesiology and integrative physiology. While at Hanover, he was a three-year starter on the football team before medically retiring and stepping into a coaching role during his senior year. He joined Phi Delta Theta as a freshman and later served as chapter president, driven by a passion for mental health advocacy in predominantly male communities. His leadership experience and academic background have helped him develop strong interpersonal skills and a deep commitment to making a meaningful impact. He joined General Headquarters staff in 2025 as a Recruitment Specialist.
Originally from southern Indiana, Gabe grew up spending time on the Ohio River with his younger brother. He enjoys quality time with his family and dogs, exploring new places, and appreciating music and the arts. He brings curiosity, empathy, and a competitive spirit to everything he does.
Gabe works with the following chapters:
- Arkansas Beta
- Illinois Beta
- Illinois Eta
- Illinois Gamma
- Indiana Alpha
- Indiana Beta
- Indiana Delta
- Indiana Epsilon
- Indiana Gamma
- Indiana Iota
- Indiana Kappa
- Indiana Theta
- Indiana Zeta
- Michigan Alpha
- Michigan Beta
- Michigan Delta
- Michigan Eta
- Michigan Zeta
- Missouri Alpha
- Missouri Beta
- Missouri Beta Prime
- Missouri Iota
- Missouri Zeta
- Ohio Alpha
- Ohio Beta
- Ohio Epsilon
- Ohio Eta
- Ohio Gamma
- Ohio Lambda
- Ohio Mu
- Ohio Theta
- Ohio Xi
- Wisconsin Alpha
- Wisconsin Epsilon
- Wisconsin Gamma
- Wisconsin Zeta
Why did you decide to work for Phi Delta Theta?
“I pounced on the opportunity to do mission-based work and positively impact the trajectories of people’s lives. I’m blessed to be in a position where I can spread the benefits of the safest and most supportive fraternity in the world to those who are in need of personal and professional development. Phi Delta Theta has given me a network of people to learn from, rely on, and celebrate my accomplishments. Proud to be a Phi!”
Gabe Van Wormer
- Chapter Finances and Payment Plans
- Chapter Goal Setting and Problem Solving
- Day-to-day Chapter Operations
- Officer Resources and myPhiDelt