About Beta Theta Pi

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The Beta Theta Pi Foundation and Administrative OfficeSince 1998, Beta Theta Pi has been undergoing a revolutionary transformation — back to where it began.

With the Men of Principle initiative, Beta Theta Pi gives a new voice to the enduring values of our Fraternity. We offer a membership experience that is unique — calling on men to become leaders and giving them the tools they need to do so.

In 1879, Beta Theta Pi was the first college fraternity to publish its constitution. Today, while we continue to guard certain secrets reserved for our members, we invite the widest knowledge of our objects and aspirations.

Article 1 Name and Objects: Section 2.

"It shall be constituted as hereinafter provided and shall have for its objects the promotion of the moral and social culture of its members, the establishment of confidence and friendly relations among the universities and colleges of the United States and Canada, in securing unity of action and sympathy in matters of common interest among them, and the building up of a fraternity that recognizes mutual assistance in the honorable labors and aspirations of life, devotion to the cultivation of the intellect, unsullied friendship and unfaltering fidelity, as objects worthy of the highest aim and purpose of associated effort."

Our Mission

To develop men of principle for a principled life.

Our Vision

Every member will live Beta Theta Pi’s values.

Core Values

To build lasting bonds of friendship and brotherhood the Beta ritual calls for:

  • Mutual Assistance – Betas believe that men are mutually obligated to serve others in the honorable labors and aspirations of life.
  • Intellectual Growth – Betas are devoted to high standards of academic achievement and continually cultivating their minds.
  • Trust - Betas develop absolute faith and confidence in one another by being true to themselves and others.
  • Responsible Conduct - Betas choose to act responsibly, weighing the consequences of their actions on those around them.
  • Integrity - Betas preserve their character by doing what is morally right and demanding the same from their brothers.

At-A-Glance

Founded:     August 8, 1839
Alpha Chapter: Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
Initiated Betas: 183,769
Collegiate Members: 5,774
Collegiate Pledges 1,022
Alumni Members: 123,110
Chapters: 119 in the U.S. and Canada
Avg. Chapter Size: 57.11
Avg. GPA 2.984
Expansions/Recolonizations: 4 per year
Advisors: 7.14 advisors per chapter
Convention: Annual
Other Facts: Administrative Office staff of 30
Beta provides premier leadership experiences for more than 1,600 undergraduates annually
Beta aims to have more than 1,000 volunteers supporting its chapters

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