Beta Theta Pi rejects hazing as a part of fraternity life and instead emphasizes an educational experience which is morally uplifting and intellectually stimulating. The Beta Theta Pi ritual is used as the critical ingredient of a distinctive and enduring lifelong experience of brotherhood.

Instruction of new members include knowledge of the history, lore and laws of the Fraternity and the bylaws of the chapter. All of which helps to prepare our new members for active membership. Initiation marks the beginning of many years of continued education and emphasis on living Beta's principles and obligations.

Positive Pledge Education Assessment

• A set of written pledge expectations and education on member expectations
• Positive and purposeful brotherhood building and leadership development activities
• Education on the values and principles of the Fraternity including the Objects of Beta Theta Pi
• Education on the history of Beta Theta Pi and the fraternal movement using the Son of the Stars
• Education on the songs of Beta Theta Pi
• Education on the Risk Management Policy of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity
• Education on the general requirements of Standard Chapter Operating Expectations (SCOE), the Sisson Award, and the Knox Award
• A component of service to the community or university
• Training or education on effective values-based recruitment practices

For a list of all requirements set forth by the PPEA, please (click here). If you like to see our certified pledge program, please contact the chapter president or pledge educator (click here). You may also contact the Beta Theta Pi Foundation and Administrative Office to have a digital copy of our certified program sent to you. Please call (800) 800-BETA.