PROGRAM GUIDE
AUGUST 1-4, 2019 /// OXFORD, OHIO
PURPOSES OF CONVENTION
RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATION
The General Convention will engender bonds of friendship among all Betas, Friends of Beta and guests, and inspire their passion and commitment to Beta Theta Pi and her family.
BUSINESS OF THE FRATERNITY
The General Convention will promote an efficient model of governance that engages chapter, alumni and General Fraternity leadership in establishing common organizational direction.
EDUCATION
The General Convention will provide a high-quality educational experience focused on developing participants personally and enabling them to own and carry out with clarity the mission and specific goals of Beta Theta Pi and her leadership.
INSPIRATION
The General Convention will build pride in the organization’s achievements and empower all participants to take ownership of the Fraternity’s future.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATION
The General Convention will honor the organizational, individual and chapter achievements of Beta Theta Pi in an aligned, engaging and celebratory fashion.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 11 Speakers
12 Event Highlights
15 Convention Schedule
19 Legislation
21 Leadership College
25 Housing Summit
27 General Information Spouses and Guests Beta Staff Information
31 Lodging Information
32 Sponsors
34 Campus Map
EVERHONORED
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S. Wayne Kay, Virginia Tech ’73 General Secretary
WELCOME
to Beta Theta Pi’s 180th General Convention in Oxford, Ohio! All told, Beta Theta Pi has held its annual reunion in 32 American states and Canadian provinces over the years, but nothing quite compares to coming home. Every General Convention leaves its mark on Beta history. From landmark legislative decisions to speeches now forever enshrined in our texts, some of the Fraternity’s most cherished moments occur around this great Beta tradition, when brothers across chapters and generations come together to rekindle their Beta Spirit and chart the path forward for our Great and Good Fraternity. Perhaps not surprisingly as host to now 10 Beta Conventions, many of these memories throughout the years were made right here where it all began – Oxford, Ohio. It’s here at Beta’s birthplace where Founder John Reily Knox, Miami 1839, gave a rousing address on the Fraternity’s first anniversary, where hundreds of brothers gathered on the lawn of Old Main to sing the “Beta Doxology” and ring in the centennial and where, 25 years ago, former North Carolina Governor and General Fraternity President Jim Martin, Davidson ’57, perfectly summed up what makes the General Convention so pivotal to the Beta experience: “This uniquely annual event has long been a special source of strength of our Fraternity . . . It brings us together to renew Beta’s vitality; it brings us together, annually, so that no class of undergraduates will be skipped; and it brings us together to share in building a Fraternity . . . In short, it brings us all together.” This emphasis on togetherness rings especially true to me here at Beta’s 180th. Two years ago, brothers grieved and made “A Shared Commitment” after tragedy struck our Fraternity. One year later at the 179th, we took a posture of action and showed “The Courage to Lead.” Now, we come together on this hallowed ground to celebrate and honor our eight Founders and this great Fraternity we all know and love. Beta Theta Pi. “Ever Honored.”
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CONVENTION HISTORY THE FOUNDERS’ PARAGRAPH
At nine o’clock on the evening of the eighth day of the eighth month of the year 1839, eight earnest young men, all students at Miami University, held the first meeting of Beta Theta Pi in the Hall of the Union Literary Society, an upper room in the old college building known as “Old Main.” The eight founders in the order in which their names appear in the minutes were: John Reily Knox, 1839 Samuel Taylor Marshall, 1840 David Linton, 1839 James George Smith, 1840
Charles Henry Hardin, 1841 John Holt Duncan, 1840 Michael Clarkson Ryan, 1839 Thomas Boston Gordon, 1840
“of ever honored memory”
BETA CONVENTION LOCATIONS YEAR NO. LOCATION 1842 3rd Cincinnati, Ohio 1845 6th Cincinnati, Ohio 1847 8th Cincinnati, Ohio 1848 9th Hudson, Ohio 1851 12th Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 1854 15th Cincinnati, Ohio 1856 17th Louisville, Kentucky 1858 19th Berkeley Springs, Virginia 1860 21st Columbus, Ohio 1862 23rd (No Convention — Civil War) 1864 25th Indianapolis, Indiana 1865 26th Detroit, Michigan 1866 27th Cincinnati, Ohio 1867 28th Indianapolis, Indiana 1868 29th Nashville, Tennessee 1869 30th Columbus, Ohio 1870 31st Chicago, Illinois 1871 32nd Indianapolis, Indiana 1872 33rd Richmond, Virginia 1873 34th Cincinnati, Ohio 1874 35th (Skipped) 1875 36th Evansville, Indiana 1876 37th Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1877 38th Detroit, Michigan 1778 39th Indianapolis, Indiana 1879 40th Cincinnati, Ohio 1880 41st Baltimore, Maryland
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REILY
TAYLOR
YEAR 1881 1882 1883 1884 1885 1886 1887-93 1894 1895 1896 1897 1898 1899 1900 1901 1902 1903 1904 1905 1906 1907-08 1909 1910 1911 1912 1913 1914
NO. 42nd 43rd 44th 45th 46th 47th 48-54th 55tth 56th 57th 58th 59th 60th 61st 62nd 63rd 64th 65th 66th 67th 68-69th 70th 71st 72nd 73rd 74th 75th
DAVE
LOCATION Chicago, Illinois Cincinnati, Ohio Saratoga Springs, New York Wooglin-on-Chautauqua, N.Y. St. Louis, Missouri Cincinnati, Ohio Wooglin-on-Chautauqua, N.Y. Niagara Falls, New York Chicago, Illinois White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. Niagara Falls, New York Cincinnati, Ohio Niagara Falls, New York Put-in-Bay, Ohio Lakewood, New York Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota Put-in-Bay, Ohio St. Louis, Missouri New York, New York Denver, Colorado Niagara Falls, N.Y. Put-in-Bay, Ohio Saratoga Springs, New York Niagara Falls, Ontario Detroit, Michigan Nantasket Beach, Mass. St. Louis, Missouri
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CONVENTION HISTORY YEAR NO. 1915 76th 1916 77th 1917 78th 1918 79th 1919 80th 1920 81st 1921 82nd 1922 83rd 1923 84th 1924 85th 1925 86th 1926 87th 1927 88th 1928 89th 1929 90th 1930 91st 1931 92nd 1932 93rd 1933-34 94-95th 1935 96th 1936 97th 1937 98th 1938 99th 1939 100th 1940 101st 1941 102nd 1942 103rd 1943-45 1946 107th 1947 108th 1948 109th 1949 110th 1950 111th 1951 112th 1952 113th 1953 114th 1954 115th 1955 116th 1956 117th 1957 118th 1958 119th 1959 120th 1960 121st 1961 122nd 1962 123rd 1963 124th 1964 125th 1965 126th 1966 127th 1967 128th 1968 129th 1969 130th
LOCATION Oakland, California Saratoga Springs, New York Niagara Falls, New York White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. Swampscott, Massachusetts Williams Bay, Wisconsin Estes Park, Colorado West Baden, Indiana White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. Mackinac Island, Michigan Lake of Bays, Ontario White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. Lake of Bays, Ontario Colorado Springs, Colorado Lake of Bays, Ontario Old Point Comfort, Virginia Lake Rosseau, Ontario Hot Springs, Virginia Mackinac Island, Michigan Seigniory Club, Quebec Biloxi, Mississippi Mackinac Island, Michigan Poland Springs, Maine Oxford, Ohio Del Monte, California Mackinac Island, Michigan Mackinac Island, Michigan (No Conventions — World War II) Mackinac Island, Michigan Poland Springs, Maine Mackinac Island, Michigan Glenwood Springs, Colorado Lake of Bays, Ontario Old Point Comfort, Virginia Lake of Bays, Ontario Pasadena, California Oxford, Ohio Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania French Lick, Indiana Poland Springs, Maine Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania French Lick, Indiana Mackinac Island, Michigan Pasadena, California Asheville, North Carolina Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania Oxford, Ohio Mackinac Island, Michigan Lake of Bays, Ontario Asheville, North Carolina Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania Bretton Woods, N.H.
CHARLEY
JOHN HOLT
YEAR NO. LOCATION 1970 131st Mackinac Island, Michigan 1971 132nd Sun Valley, Idaho 1972 133rd Asheville, North Carolina 1973 134th Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri 1974 135th Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania 1975 136th Mackinac Island, Michigan 1976 137th French Lick, Indiana 1977 138th Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri 1978 139th Mackinac Island, Michigan 1979 140th Oxford, Ohio 1980 141st Hot Springs, Virginia 1981 142nd Scottsdale, Arizona 1982 143rd French Lick, Indiana 1983 144th Mackinac Island, Michigan 1984 145th Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri 1985 146th Boca Raton, Florida 1986 147th Scottsdale, Arizona 1987 148th Asheville, North Carolina 1988 149th Toronto, Ontario 1989 150th Oxford, Ohio 1990 151st Palm Desert, California 1991 152nd Tarpon Springs, Florida 1992 153rd Washington, D.C. 1993 154th Denver, Colorado 1994 155th Marco Island, Florida 1995 156th Cincinnati, Ohio 1996 157th Palm Desert, California 1997 158th Washington, D.C. 1998 159th Miami, Florida 1999 160th Oxford, Ohio 2000 161st Schaumburg, Ill. (Chicago) 2001 162nd Oxford, Ohio 2002 163rd Kansas City, Missouri 2003 164th Oxford, Ohio 2004 165th Atlanta, Georgia 2005 166th Scottsdale, Arizona 2006 167th Toronto, Ontario 2007 168th Orlando, Florida 2008 169th Dallas, Texas 2009 170th Phoenix, Arizona 2010 171st Washington, D.C. 2011 172nd Seattle, Washington 2012 173rd Chicago, Illinois 2013 174th Charlotte, North Carolina 2014 175th Oxford, Ohio 2015 176th Orlando, Florida 2016 177th Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 2017 178th Salt Lake City, Utah 2018 179th Norfolk, Virigina 2019 180th Oxford, Ohio 2020 181st Announced at Saturday’s Recognition Ceremony
MIKE
TOM
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EVERHONORED
GENERAL FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP
2018-19 Beta Theta Pi Board of Trustees, (left to right): Schmidt, Wood, Swartz, Foster, Schnese, Kiesling, Kay, Wortman, Rutherford, Kokkinen, Grispin
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Wayne Kay, Virginia Tech ’73 General Secretary Bob Schnese, Wisconsin ’83 General Fraternity President Ben Swartz, Connecticut ’05 General Treasurer Justin Foster, West Chester ’11 Ken Grispin, Rutgers ’70 Bill Haywood, Miami ’74 Brad Kiesling, Westminster ’01 Mike Kokkinen, Minnesota ’00 Justin Rutherford, Northwestern ’00 David Schmidt, South Florida ’92 Cary Wood, Purdue ’89 Mike Wortman, Nebraska ’70
UNDERGRADUATE COMMISSIONERS Collin Abeln, Iowa ’19 Ryan Padden, Connecticut ’19 David Navadeh, Cornell ’19
2019 Undergraduate Commissioners (left to right): Padden, Abeln, Navadeh
2018-19 Beta Theta Pi Foundation Board of Directors (left to right): Banks, Romero, Kozuki, Muhlhauser, Budarapu, Darrow, Feinstein, Hagerman, Bryan, Bleakley, Purinton
FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mike Feinstein, MIT ’82 Chairman Ken Bryan, MIT ’88 Treasurer Amar Budarapu, Lawrence ’87 Secretary Rick Banks, Cornell ’72 Todd Bleakley, Kansas State ’77 Mac Churchill, Texas ’72 Peter Darrow, Miami (Fla.) ’09 PPG. G . 88
Mike Downer, UCLA ’77 Randy Groves, Kansas State ’78 John Hagerman, SMU ’63 Robert Healy, Missouri ’64 John Herman, Oregon ’60 Aaron Kozuki, Washington in St. Louis ’05 Mark Muhlhauser, Washington ’00 Fred Pierce, San Diego State ’84 Tom Purinton, Kansas State ’63 Willie Romero, UNLV ’95 Steve Wilson, Cincinnati ’66
GENERAL FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP GENERAL FRATERNITY HOUSE CORPORATION John Stebbins, Emory ’92 Adam Collins, Wabash ’02 Stephen Becker, Florida ’69
President Treasurer Secretary
GENERAL FRATERNITY OFFICERS Tom Cassady, Cincinnati ’76 Martin Cobb, Eastern Kentucky ’96 Zac Haines, Miami ’05 Brock Johnson, Oklahoma State ’09 Jim Strilesky, British Columbia ’72
REGIONAL CHIEFS
Joe Buchanan, Washington State ’53 Steven Cruz, Florida International ’12 Bob Griffiths, Washington ’67 Martin Lewison, Columbia ’88 Randy Master, Hanover ’82 Jason Melton, Ball State ’99 Andy Thomas, Wisconsin-Oshkosh ’97 Peter Wagner, South Dakota ’62 Matt Zahn, George Washington ’15
Insurance Commissioner Editor Archivist & Historian Chorister Scholarship Commissioner
REGIONS
Northwest Southeast Southwest Northeast South East Great Lakes West Great Lakes North Central Mid-Atlantic
DISTRICT CHIEFS
DISTRICT
Dustin Gerstenfield, TCU ’14 1 Rob Gutierrez, Florida International ’11 2 John Smid, Toronto ’99 3 Bruce Fein, Colgate ’84 4 Kyle Brisson, Stevens ’11 5 Kal Pipo, Case Western Reserve ’86 6 Stuart Broberg, Dickinson ’76 7 Joe Chinnici, Ohio State ’64 8 Tommy Raimondi, Ohio ’16 9 Larry Lampe, Cincinnati ’10 10 Bob Seeber, Central Michigan ’87 11 Reece Quesnel, Minnesota ’13 12 Adam Collins, Wabash ’02 13 Alexander Klose, WPI ’16 14 Ethan Turner, Wisconsin-Oshkosh ’12 15 Malcolm Andrews, Virginia ’89 16 Ethan Fritch, NC State ’16 17 Chuck Graves, Middle Tennessee State ’94 18 Joe Troncale, Alabama ’63 19 John Hodges Jr., Alabama ’66 20
DISTRICT CHIEFS
DISTRICT
John Reboulet, Missouri ’91 21 Jason Carlson, Wichita State ’09 22 Cory Christofferson, Oklahoma ’09 23 Mark Antonson, Nebraska ’06 24 Joe Jongewaard, Iowa State ’70 25 Jacky Pang, UC San Diego ’15 27 Jacky Pang, UC San Diego ’15 28 Ted Gillette, Oregon ’74 30 Joe Buchanan, Washington State ’53 31 Ryan Hoopes, Texas at Arlington ’07 32 Jake McKinney, Louisville ’01 33 Nick Gilson, Utah ’03 35 Jay Elmore, Louisville ’02 36 Mike Rodmaker, Cincinnati ’13 37 Brad Brock, Florida ’99 39 Nick Sexton, Eastern Kentucky ’11 41 Roger Roa, Nova Southeastern ’02 42 Josh Trick, Eastern Washington ’04 43 Adam Locke, Lawrence ’03 44
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RECOGNITION & SPEAKERS CONVENTION KICKOFF THURSDAY | AUGUST 1
THURSDAY EMCEE Willie Romero UNLV ’95
Join 600 Betas, Sweethearts and friends during this year’s Convention Kickoff, as the official theme is dedicated and the course is charted for the Fraternity’s largest gathering of the year. Emceed by outgoing Foundation Board of Directors member Willie Romero, UNLV ’95, witness the traditional Convention Countdown and recognition of dozens of chapters and colonies as we celebrate their extraordinary campus achievements.
MODEL INITIATION SATURDAY | AUGUST 3
MODEL-I KEYNOTE Zac Haines Miami ’05
SATURDAY EMCEE Bob Schnese Wisconsin ’83
A longstanding Convention favorite, Model Initiation brings all Betas together to reflect on the purpose of the Fraternity and how best to perform the ceremony in its most sacred tradition. Including an inspiring post-Model-I exploration led by Beta lore expert and ritual enthusiast Zac Haines, Miami ’05, this session will remind us of Fraternity legends past – and how we all must continue to earn the esteem for which Beta has long been known. Join General Fraternity Archivist and Historian Haines as he reveals some of the best (and forgotten) Beta stories ever known.
180TH RECOGNITION CEREMONY SATURDAY | AUGUST 3 Unite with General Fraternity President Bob Schnese, Wisconsin ’83, in the closing ceremony of the General Convention. In addition to honoring Fraternal Fifties in the cherished Beta Countdown and enjoying the Convention Chorus, cheer on Beta’s Knox Awardwinning chapters and reflect on inspiring remarks by Beta’s 2019 Shepardson Award recipient, former District Chief, Board of Trustees Vice President and Foundation Board Chairman Bob Grand, Wabash ’78.
SHEPARDSON AWARD Bob Grand Wabash ’78 PG. 11
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATION Free-time Friday afternoon, please enjoy everything Oxford has to offer. Take a walk around Miami University’s beautiful campus, grab a bite to eat at one of the local “Uptown” restaurants, or simply enjoy spending time with your Beta brothers. Heritage Tours Departing from Armstrong Pavilion at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, the Beta Heritage Tours are your chance to soak in 180 years of history of our Great and Good Fraternity. Immediately following Model Initiation, tour guides will help you explore locations such as the Fraternity’s founding site in Harrison Hall (Old Main), the Beta Campanile, the newly renovated Alpha Chapter House and Museum, and the Administrative Office. All-Convention BBQ and Dessert with the Directors This is a new twist for modern-day Conventions, thanks to the Beta Foundation. By adjusting the program, time has been created for a final allConvention social that reinforces the fundamental basis upon which Beta Theta Pi was founded: friendship. Please join us at Western Dining Hall immediately following the Recognition Ceremony for a BBQ dinner and dessert that will be served by your own Foundation Directors! Group Pictures Say GO BETA! A photographer will take group photos on a first-come, first-served basis in front of the Beta backdrop after each all-Convention program. Beta’s photo booth will be located in Armstrong Pavilion ballroom. Following Saturday’s Recognition PG. 12
Ceremony, select group photos are also scheduled. Please arrive five minutes prior to your scheduled time.
BUSINESS Convention Legislation Convention legislation will begin with an orientation for Lugar Fellows (delegates) on Thursday evening followed by the first business session. Legislation will include reviewing and voting on charter petitions, chapter/colony reviews and proposed amendments to The Code of Beta Theta Pi. One must be a registered Beta attendee to gain admittance to the legislation hall. Contact: Austin Marple General Fraternity Officer Meetings At various points throughout Convention, the Fraternity Board of Trustees, the Foundation Board of Directors, General Fraternity House Corporation Officers, Regional Chiefs and District Chiefs will meet together and independently. Please consult the Master Agenda for meeting times and locations. Contact: Jeff Rundle
EDUCATION Leadership College The Peter F. Greiner Leadership College serves as the Convention track for all undergraduates, excluding those who serve as chapter delegate. Participants have been pre-assigned to one of two tracks: 1) Brotherhood and Belonging, or 2) Career Preparation. Contact: Chris Mueller Cornerstone Housing Summit Beta is pleased to offer the Cornerstone Housing Summit, a special educational track for house corporation volunteers. Throughout Convention, expert speakers will present on topics such as campus and fraternity housing trends, effective
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS financial management, insurance and risk management, fundraising and other critical topics. House corporation volunteers will also have time to network and share best practices for keeping our treasured Beta facilities safe, academic- and brotherhoodcentered, competitive and attractive. Contact: John Reineke or Colin Close
INSPIRATION Convention Chorus Join in on a great Beta tradition of singing with the Convention Chorus. Led by General Fraternity Chorister Brock Johnson, Oklahoma State ’09, dozens of Betas of all ages will perform during Saturday’s Recognition Ceremony. Consult the Master Agenda for rehearsal times and locations. Contact: Zane Carlson The Loving Cup Ceremony One of the time-honored and cherished Beta traditions is The Loving Cup Ceremony. Join Betas from across her Broad Domain and “pass the Loving Cup around” on Saturday evening at 4:30 p.m. at the Beta Campanile. Model Initiation All initiated Betas will join together during Model Initiation on Saturday afternoon at 1:15 p.m. in the Armstrong Pavilion to welcome our newest members into Beta Theta Pi. The Initiation will be conducted by an exemplary team representing several chapters. There’s certainly no better opportunity to recommit to the Three Great Principles and Seven Obligations of our Great and Good Fraternity. Contact: Remy McClain
Marching Line A Convention tradition, Betas will join together at 5:45 p.m. on Saturday and proceed into the Recognition Ceremony while singing Marching Along.
RECOGNITION & CELEBRATION Convention Kickoff Join all Betas, Sweethearts and guests at this welcoming recognition program on Thursday at 3:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Pavilion. With recognition of dozens of chapters, including the cherished Convention Countdown, this year’s Convention theme will be kicked off in style. John Reily Knox Club Reception and Dinner In appreciation of loyal donors who support the Beta Leadership Fund with an annual gift of $1,500 or more, the John Reily Knox Club Dinner and cash bar reception will be hosted at the Marcum Conference Center ballroom. This Convention favorite will include remarks by 2019 NIC Award of Distinction Honoree and Chapter President David Navadeh, Cornell ’19, original Men of Principle Development Team Member Scott Fussell, MTSU ’95, and Foundation Chairman Mike Feinstein, MIT ’82. Contact: David Greis Recognition Ceremony The closing Recognition Ceremony on Saturday at 6:00 p.m. in the Armstrong Pavilion is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of Beta Theta Pi, including presentation of the Fraternity’s highest chapter honor, the John Reily Knox Award. The program will also feature the Beta Countdown, Convention Chorus and presentation of Beta’s highest honor for service to the General Fraternity, the Shepardson Award. PG. 13
EVERHONORED “THERE IS NOTHING SMALL ABOUT BETA THETA PI.” — John Reily Knox, Miami 1839, upon receiving the Golden Anniversary Loving Cup presented by all Beta chapters commemorating his and Isabel’s 50th wedding anniversary, November 27, 1895
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THURSDAY SCHEDULE AUGUST 1, 2019
7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Convention Registration & Information
Marcum & Hillcrest
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Hospitality Suite: Spouses and Guests
Marcum 112
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Board of Trustees Executive Session
Marcum 108/110
9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Marcum 108/110
11:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Regional Chief/District Chief Meetings
Marcum 184/186
12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Board of Trustees Lunch
Marcum 184/186
1:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
with General Fraternity Officers
Board of Trustees, Foundation Board
Marcum 108/110
and Gen. Fraternity House Corp Board Joint Mtg.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Alpha Chapter House
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Convention Kickoff: “Ever Honored�
Armstrong Pavilion
5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Model Initiation Practice
Armstrong Pavilion
5:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Dinner Group A (Alumni, Delegates, GFOs, Guests)
Western Dining Hall
5:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Dinner Group B (Leadership College)
Western Dining Hall
6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Foundation Gov. and Nominating Committee Mtg. Armstrong 1080
6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Foundation Development Committee Meeting
Armstrong 1086
6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Foundation Finance Committee Meeting
Armstrong 1082
6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Legislation Orientation and Session I
Shriver: Dolibois Room
7:45 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Legislation Committee Meetings
Chapters Panel 1
Armstrong 1080
Chapters Panel 2
Armstrong 1082
Charters Panel 1
Armstrong 2078
Charters Panel 2
Armstrong 2084
Charters Panel 3
Armstrong 2080
Nomination of General Fraternity Officers
Armstrong 1066
Credentials/Registration & Gen. Fraternity Finance Armstrong 1086
Permanent Organization & Code Review Task Force Armstrong 2060
Risk Management
Armstrong 3020
Constitution and Jurisprudence I
Armstrong 2074
Constitution and Jurisprudence II
Armstrong 2058
Member Education Review Group
Armstrong 3001
Member Retention Review Group
Armstrong 2053
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
LC Track: Brotherhood and Belonging
Heritage Room
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
LC Track: Career Preparation
Shideler Auditorium
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Spouse and Guest Gathering
(Orientation & Reception)
Marcum Lobby
9:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Alpha Chapter House
11:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.
Beta Security Monitoring
Campus and Uptown
BLACK: General Information/Multi-Audience Events; BLUE: General Fraternity Officers; GREEN: Legislation; ORANGE: Leadership College; PURPLE: Housing Summit RED: Alumni, Spouses and Guests
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FRIDAY SCHEDULE AUGUST 2, 2019
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7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Convention Registration & Information
7:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Breakfast Group A (Alumni, Delegates, GFOs, Guests) Western Dining Hall
Hillcrest Hall
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Breakfast Group B (Leadership College)
Western Dining Hall
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Hospitality Suite: Spouses and Guests
Marcum 112
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Legislation Committee Meetings
Chapters Panel 1
Armstrong 1080
Chapters Panel 2
Armstrong 1082
Charters Panel 1
Armstrong 2078
Charters Panel 2
Armstrong 2084
Charters Panel 3
Armstrong 2080
Nomination of General Fraternity Officers
Armstrong 1066
Credentials/Registration & Gen. Fraternity Finance Armstrong 1086
Permanent Organization & Code Review Task Force Armstrong 2060
Risk Management
Armstrong 3020
Constitution and Jurisprudence I
Armstrong 2074
Constitution and Jurisprudence II
Armstrong 2058
Member Education Review Group
Armstrong 3001
Member Retention Review Group
Armstrong 2053
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
GFHC Board of Directors Meeting
Alpha Chapter House
8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Housing Summit
Alpha Chapter House
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Western Dining Area
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Legislation Session II
Shriver: Dolibois Room
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
LC Track: Brotherhood and Belonging
Heritage Room
9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
LC Track: Career Preparation
Shideler Auditorium
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Foundation Board of Directors Meeting
Marcum 154
12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Model Initiation Practice
Armstrong Pavilion
12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Lunch Group A (Alumni, Delegates, GFOs, Guests)
Western Dining Hall
12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch Group B (Leadership College)
Western Dining Hall
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
LC Track: Brotherhood and Belonging
Heritage Room
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
LC Track: Career Preparation
Shideler Auditorium
2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Legislation Session III
Shriver: Dolibois Room
4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Alpha Chapter House
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
GFHC Board of Directors Meeting
Alpha Chapter House
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner (Groups A and B)
Western Dining Hall
5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Working for the Fraternity (Interest Session)
Western Dining Hall
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
John Reily Knox Club Reception
Marcum Lobby
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
John Reily Knox Club Recognition Dinner
Marcum 150
8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Alpha Chapter House
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Legislation Session IV
Shriver: Dolibois Room
11:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.
Beta Security Monitoring
Campus and Uptown
BLACK: General Information/Multi-Audience Events; BLUE: General Fraternity Officers; GREEN: Legislation; ORANGE: Leadership College; PURPLE: Housing Summit RED: Alumni, Spouses and Guests
SATURDAY SCHEDULE AUGUST 3, 2019
7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Breakfast Group A (Alumni, Delegates, GFOs, Guests) Western Dining Hall
7:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Breakfast Group B (Leadership College)
Western Dining Hall
7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Legislation: Open Committee Time
Shriver: Dolibois Room
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Convention Registration & Information
Hillcrest Hall
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hospitality Suite
Marcum 112
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Legislation Session V
Shriver: Dolibois Room
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
LC Track: Brotherhood and Belonging
Heritage Room
8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
LC Track: Career Preparation
Shideler Auditorium
10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Region Meetings (Delegates, Leadership College, Advisors, GFOs)
East Great Lakes Region
Bachelor 102
Mid-Atlantic Region
Shideler 53
North Central Region
Shideler 32
Northeast Region
Shideler 1
Northwest Region
Bachelor 110
South Region
Bachelor 112
Southeast Region
Bachelor 201
Southwest Region
Bachelor 219
South Central Region
Shideler 152
West Great Lakes Region
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bachelor 101
Advisory Council Breakout and Lunch
Armstrong 1066
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spouse & Guest Excursion
“You’re Fired!” Uptown
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Installations Planning Meeting (New Chapters Only) Western Dining Hall
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 PM
Model Initiation Practice
Armstrong Pavilion
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch Group A (Alumni, Delegates, GFOs, Guests)
Western Dining Hall
12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Lunch Group B (Leadership College)
Western Dining Hall
1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Model Initiation (All Betas)
Armstrong Pavilion
3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Shelby L. Molter Song Competition
Armstrong 1086
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Heritage Tours
Various
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Loving Cup Ceremony
Campanile
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Convention Chorus Practice
Armstrong Pavilion
5:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Marching Line
Armstrong Pavilion
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Convention Closing & Recognition Ceremony
Armstrong Pavilion
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
All-Convention BBQ & Dessert Reception
Western Dining Hall
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Group Photos
Armstrong Pavilion
11:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.
Beta Security Monitoring
Campus and Uptown
SUNDAY SCHEDULE AUGUST 4, 2019
4:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Shuttle Pickups to Airport
Outside Hillcrest Hall
BLACK: General Information/Multi-Audience Events; BLUE: General Fraternity Officers; GREEN: Legislation; ORANGE: Leadership College; PURPLE: Housing Summit RED: Alumni, Spouses and Guests
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EVERHONORED
“BETA THETA PI’S RECORD FOR THE FIRST HUNDRED YEARS IS HISTORY. WHILE WE CAN TAKE JUST PRIDE IN THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THOSE WHO HAVE WORN THE BADGE BEFORE US, OUR PRIMARY CONCERN IS IN THE BETA THETA PI OF THE SECOND CENTURY. WITH THE HERITAGE WHICH WE ENJOY, HOW MUCH MORE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY PLACED UPON US TO CONTINUE THE WORK OF THE BETAS OF THE FIRST CENTURY, IN THE BUILDING UP OF A FRATERNITY WITH RECOGNIZED STANDARDS!” — G. Herbert Smith, DePauw 1927 General Secretary
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LEGISLATION THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2019 CHARTER REVIEWS Charters Panel 1 MIT Rockhurst
PRESIDENT
Jared Thompson Centre ’17
SECRETARY
Paul Winterbotham San Diego ’12
PARLIAMENTARIAN Reece R. Quesnel Minnesota ’13
MARSHAL
Nick Sexton Eastern Kentucky ’11
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CHAIRMAN Tom Hoover Purdue ’82
NOTE: Times subject to change due to normal legislative processes.
Armstrong 2078 8:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Charters Panel 2 New Jersey Loyola Chicago
Armstrong 2084 8:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
Charters Panel 3 Miami Texas at Arlington
Armstrong 2080 8:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m.
COLONY REVIEWS
ROOM & TIME
Chapters Panel 2 New Mexico Oregon State Butler Sacred Heart
Armstrong 1082 8:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
Chapters Panel 1 Texas Tech LSU George Mason Colorado
CONVENTION OFFICERS
ROOM & TIME
Armstrong 1080 8:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2019 CHARTER REVIEWS
ROOM & TIME
Charters Panel 2 Delaware
Armstrong 2084 8:00 a.m.
COLONY REVIEWS
ROOM & TIME
Chapters Panel 2 James Madison Arizona State
Armstrong 1082 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m.
CHARTER VOTES
SHRIVER: DOLIBOIS ROOM
Charters Panel 1 Rochester
Chapters Panel 1 Houston Florida Gulf Coast
Miami MIT Rockhurst Rochester New Jersey Loyola Chicago Delaware
Armstrong 2078 8:00 a.m.
Armstrong 1080 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m.
9:20 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:40 a.m. 9:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:10 a.m. 10:20 a.m.
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SUMMER SALE
Beta Branded Polo (more colors available, prices may vary) starting at $23.74
Pink and Blue ‘Stripe Design’ White SoftStyle T-Shirt $17.98
Navy/White Umbrella $35.50
Flip Flops $17.76
Twill Pro-Style Hat $14.82
NavyDry Mesh Polo
Gray SoftStyle T-Shirt $17.98
$29.72
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GREINER LEADERSHIP COLLEGE The Peter F. Greiner Leadership College serves as the Convention track for all undergraduates, excluding those who serve as chapter delegate. Participants will immerse themselves in one of two topics during their 180th General Convention experience.
TRACK: BROTHERHOOD AND BELONGING
The college environment has grown increasingly complicated. Along with changes in and out of the classroom, stressors and demands for college students have changed as well. Spend some time with your brothers in this track discussing building positive brotherhoods, mental health, bystander engagement, and learning how to best support and care for one another. “What a few men united in object and effort will to do can be done; and more than that, such associations teach us in their records how far human friendships can carry us from the shrine of idol self.” – John Reily Knox, Miami 1839
TRACK: CAREER PREPARATIONS
Many of Beta Theta Pi’s alumni have gone on to become titans of industry, masters of their craft and leaders in all aspects of the world. Harness your strengths, learn from alumni and career experts, and develop a plan to begin preparing for and attacking your career. “. . . 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.” – The Objects of Beta Theta Pi, 1879
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2020 BETA LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS NICHOLS PRESIDENTS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
All chapter and colony presidents. Three days of intense personal development. Answering the call of principled leadership. Who: All chapter and colony presidents When: January 17-19, 2020 Where: Cincinnati, Ohio Cost: $99 at point of online registration Registration Opens: October 1, 2019 Registration Closes: December 15, 2019
STEPHENSON LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
A unified volunteer corps. Evolving to meet 21st century needs. Championing Beta’s principles for a better future. Who: Regional and District chiefs When: January 17-19, 2020 Where: Cincinnati, Ohio Cost: No cost Registration Opens: October 1, 2019 Registration Closes: December 15, 2019
WOODEN INSTITUTE
A pilgrimage home. The challenge of integrity. Discovering Beta Theta Pi’s true principles. Who: Initiated undergraduates Where: Oxford, Ohio Cost: $99 at point of online registration Winter Wooden: January 9-12, 2020 Registration Opens: October 1, 2019 Registration Closes: December 15, 2019 Summer Wooden: June 6-10, 2020 June 13-17, 2020 June 27-July 1, 2020 Registration Opens: February 1, 2020 Registration Closes: April 15, 2020
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Register for all of Beta’s leadership programs at . . .
BETA.ORG
2020 BETA LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS KEYSTONE
Executive chapter officers. Eager chapter advisors. Fanning the flame of principled leadership. Who: Executive chapter officers and chapter advisory teams When & Where: February 7-9, 2020 Northwest Seattle, Wash. February 7-9, 2020 Southeast Jacksonville, Fla. February 14-16, 2020 Northeast Cherry Hill, N.J. February 14-16, 2020 North Central Itasca, Ill. February 21-23, 2020 South Central Tulsa, Okla. February 21-23, 2020 Southwest Irvine, Calif. Cost: $215 per officer billed to chapter/colony (8 required) Registration Opens: November 1, 2019 Registration Closes: January 20, 2020
UNDERGRADUATE INTERFRATERNITY INSTITUTE
A program of the North American Interfraternity Conference. North America’s top Greek leaders. Five days of embracing Beta’s interfraternal responsibility. Who: Undergraduate Betas When: Sessions May, June, July, 2020 Where: Bloomington, Ind. Cost: $99 at point of online registration Registration Opens: February 1, 2020 Registration Closes: Registration closes as sessions fill, so register early! For more info: Visit nicfraternity.org.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Leadership program graduates can apply to serve as an intern for CPLA, Keystone and the Wooden Institute. Applications will be available August 15 on the Beta website and are due October 1. For more information, please contact: Chris Mueller, Central Michigan ’10 Director of Leadership & Education chris.mueller@beta.org Claire Dixon, Alpha Chi Omega Associate Director of Leadership & Education claire.dixon@beta.org PG. 23
EVERHONORED “LET US TAKE AS OUR MOTTO: ‘PLAN GREAT THINGS; EXPECT GREAT THINGS.’” — Francis W. Shepardson, Denison 1882 / Brown 1883 General Secretary and General Fraternity President Beta Theta Pi
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CORNERSTONE HOUSING SUMMIT The General Convention is once again pleased to offer the Cornerstone Housing Summit, a special educational track designed specifically for house corporation volunteers. Hosted in the recently renovated Alpha Chapter house, throughout Convention expert speakers will present on topics such as campus and fraternity housing trends, effective financial management, insurance and risk management, fundraising and other critical topics. House corporation volunteers will also have time to network and share best practices for keeping our treasured Beta facilities safe, academic- and brotherhoodcentered, competitive and attractive.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast (Sponsored by Upper Crust)
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
CSL Management Scott Fussell, MTSU ’95 and Jeff Peterson, Friend of Beta
• Alpha Chapter House Walk-Through: Facility Assessment and What to Look For • Routine Maintenance Dos and Don’ts • Capital Improvement Planning • Practical Training for Closing the Chapter House 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
PipeBurst Pro Water Leak Detection System Bob Hearn, Friend of Beta
• Installation and How it Works • Cornerstone Program Sponsored Partnership with Beta House Corporations 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch (Sponsored by Upper Crust) • Benefits of a Meal Program
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Architectural Trends in Greek Houses Randy Zaic, Georgia Tech ’80
The Fraternity would like to thank Upper Crust Food Service for sponsoring Friday’s breakfast and lunch. PG. 25
BETA LEADERSHIP FUND developing men of principle for a principled life
“Older men can lead, direct, encourage, correct and inspire younger men. Likewise, young men can give older men strength, courage, faith and add ‘future to their minds.’ This is what happens when the hand of age grips the hand of youth.” B E TA .O R G/G I F T PG. 26
— Dr. Seth R. Brooks, St. Lawrence 1922
GENERAL INFORMATION GUEST AND SPOUSE HOSPITALITY SUITE
All Beta Sweethearts, ladies and guests are encouraged to take advantage of the hospitality suite on the first floor of the Marcum Center. Refreshments and snacks will be provided periodically. The hospitality suite will be open beginning at noon on Wednesday and will be open until 11:00 p.m. each night. The suite will officially conclude its service to the 180th at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.
GUEST AND SPOUSE EXCURSION
At 11:00 a.m. transportation will be provided from the Marcum Center to “You’re Fired” pottery studio in Uptown Oxford. You will be able to paint your very own piece of pottery and have it shipped to you after Convention. The studio is the perfect place for people of all ages to come together and create! Afterwards, you will be transported to Patterson’s Cafe for lunch, one of Oxford’s oldest and best local restaurants.
GUEST AND SPOUSE QUESTIONS?
Director of Advancement David Greis, Kentucky ’14, is the staff liaison for all guests and spouses. Contact him directly if needed: 513.593.6169.
BETA STAFF CONVENTION LEADERSHIP Jonathan Brant Zane Carlson Colin Close Martin Cobb Claire Dixon Anne Emmerth Phil Fernandez Dan Fogle David Greis Cody Hike Jack Jajewski
317.319.5510 513.593.2770 414.305.9857 513.255.0380 419.344.5570 901.569.0946 734.355.7279 614.271.1673 513.593.6169 260.633.8469 513.461.3369
Laura Lednik Austin Marple Remy McClain Erin McHale Chris Mueller John Reineke Jeff Rundle Sarah Shepherd Jacob Tidwell John Underhill Justin Warren
513.266.4937 513.593.6008 513.255.8418 402.871.8355 616.644.0263 513.461.1320 785.236.9561 937.248.3370 405.441.0408 513.273.2232 214.909.4849
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GENERAL INFORMATION AWARDS
Awards will be presented to individuals and chapters at Thursday’s Convention Kickoff and Saturday’s Recognition Ceremony. Except for Knox and singing-related Awards presented Saturday night, chapters will be able to pick up awards following the Convention Kickoff at the awards booth where group photographs will be taken upon request. Awards must be claimed by 8:00 p.m. Saturday evening. Please congratulate Beta’s deserving individuals and chapters!
CONDUCT
To ensure the General Convention and Beta Theta Pi continue to maintain a reputation of excellence and high standards, the Fraternity expects all Convention attendees to govern themselves accordingly, respecting the property and rights of the hotels and residence halls, as well as other guests. Please be advised that alcohol is not permitted to be consumed in public areas outside and the laws of the host state apply to all participants. Conduct will be monitored and enforced by off-duty University police officers. If a disturbance or issue is reported to the hotel or convention staff, it will be addressed in accordance with Beta’s Convention Standards Procedures: • First Offense: Individuals will receive a warning and be asked to discontinue the actions of disturbance. Individuals will be given notice of the consequences of a second offense. • Second Offense: Individuals will be asked to return to their assigned room and, if present, all alcohol will be confiscated and discarded. Individuals will be given notice of the consequences of a third offense. Individuals will be asked to meet with the Convention Marshal, Regional Chief, District Chief and Chapter Delegate the next morning. • Third Offense: Individuals will be asked to leave the General Convention and will no longer be allowed to participate in related activities or events. No travel fees or registration fees will be refunded. The Convention Marshal will be responsible for following up on the incident post-Convention. • Depending on the severity of one’s action(s), the Fraternity reserves the right to utilize good judgment in addressing each situation. Actions of the individual may result in immediate removal from campus and Convention.
SMOKING AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS
The entire campus of Miami University, as well as Beta’s Foundation and Administrative Office, are 100% smoke- and tobacco-free. This includes all buildings and grounds (including the Marcum Center). Guests wanting to use tobacco products must do so in Uptown Oxford (west of Campus Avenue).
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GENERAL INFORMATION EVALUATIONS
An electronic evaluation will be sent to you following the Convention. Your feedback is important. Please take time to complete the evaluation and help the Fraternity improve future Conventions.
NAME TAGS
Name tags should be worn at all times during the General Convention since they serve as one’s admission into all educational sessions, the legislation hall, special events, etc. If you lose your name tag, please visit the Convention registration area to obtain a replacement.
REGISTRATION
The Convention registration areas are located in Marcum Conference Center and Hillcrest beginning Thursday. Please see the daily agendas for detailed registration hours.
PARKING
If you drove to Convention, you can get a parking permit by going to https://miamioh.nupark.com/events/Events/Register/56c6d69f-6aa24583-a3c7-9648195b7271. This permit allows parking on Miami’s campus with signs indicating “Parking for Red Permits,” which is most campus parking spaces. This permit does not cover parking meters or garage fees. This permit is not valid in the lots behind the Shriver Center and Sesquicentennial Chapel that say, “Admission Guest Parking.” It is not necessary to print or display the permit.
TRANSPORTATION & SUNDAY SHUTTLES TO AIRPORT
Should you need transportation while at Convention, please visit the registration desk. Complimentary airport shuttles on Sunday will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up at the Convention registration desk. Departures start at 4:00 a.m. and run until 9:30 a.m.
QUESTIONS
Questions regarding the Convention and/or residence hall/hotel properties should be directed to any Convention staff member. They are easily identified by their name tags and navy blue and grey Beta polos.
CONVENTION ATTIRE
Attire for all events are resort casual (polo/collared shirts, shorts or khaki pants for men and comparable for women). Please refrain from wearing t-shirts, jeans or ball caps during official Convention activities, and when worn, please ensure t-shirts reflect positively upon the Fraternity (i.e. without alcohol, void of sexual innuendo, etc.).
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GENERAL INFORMATION MEALS
Convention registrants will be dining on campus at Western Dining Hall for all meals. Attendees are broken up into two groups that will determine when they should proceed to the dining hall. Your meal card will indicate your assigned dining shift. It is critical that you eat during your appropriate shift to ensure the Convention stays on schedule. Western Dining Hall will be open for dinner on Thursday, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday, and breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday. Please Note: Your meal card will NOT work at the Armstrong Student Center.
WIRELESS INTERNET
Computer access is available in each student room through Ethernet connections. This allows fast connection time and access to the University network and internet. Every residence hall is equipped with wireless connections as well. The wireless network is MU-GUEST.
TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK
The official Twitter hashtag for the 180th General Convention is #Beta180. Please use this hashtag to share your thoughts, reflections and significant moments regarding your Convention experience. When posting, remember you are representing Beta to thousands of constituents via social media. In addition, should you have feedback or suggestions for improvement, please share those in the evaluation or directly with a Convention staff member.
LOST & FOUND
Please check for and turn in lost items to the Convention registration area. All items not claimed by Sunday at 12:00 p.m. will be held at the Administrative Office for 14 days at which time all unclaimed items will be discarded or become property of the Fraternity.
SECURITY
It is important for you to know that during these times of heightened security, the university is doing everything it can to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable stay. Please do not hesitate to contact university security if you need assistance.
EMERGENCIES AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
If you experience an emergency, please call 9-1-1. For on campus safety concerns, please call the Miami University Police Department (513.529.2222) and/or inform the Miami front-desk staff member located in the lobby of your residence hall. Please report all injuries or illnesses to the Beta Convention staff by calling Claire Dixon (419.344.5570) or John Underhill (513.255.3963). PG. 30
LODGING INFORMATION CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Marcum check-in is at 3:00 p.m. If you are staying at a residence hall, you should be able to check in anytime after 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Check-out time for both locations is 11:00 a.m. If you would like a late check-out from the Marcum Center, please make arrangements with the front desk. There is no option for a late check-out from any of the residence halls.
LINEN AND TOWEL EXCHANGE
If you are staying in the residence halls, your room will come with bed linens, a towel and washcloth. If you need additional towels/linens you can find them in the residence hall’s laundry room.
HOTEL / RESIDENCE HALL BILLS
Delegates, Leadership College participants and chapter advisors: your residence hall bill (less incidentals) is paid in conjunction with your registration fee and will, therefore, be charged to the Fraternity’s master bill. If you have chosen to stay offsite for Convention, you are eligible to be reimbursed for the rate of the residence hall stay. Please submit a volunteer expense report after Convention to Jack Jajewski (jack. jajewski@beta.org) or Jacob Tidwell (jacob.tidwell@beta.org). General Fraternity Officers: You will be responsible for paying your hotel bill upon checkout (unless you are staying in the residence halls) and submitting charges for reimbursement in alignment with Beta’s official expense reimbursement policy. Please submit a volunteer expense report after Convention to Jack Jajewski (jack.jajewski@beta.org) or Jacob Tidwell (jacob.tidwell@beta.org). All other attendees are responsible for room, tax and incidentals.
LOST KEY CARDS
If you lose your Miami University electronic key card (which grants you access to your residence hall and pays for your dining hall meals), you will be assessed a $35 fee. Lost key cards should be reported to the front desk of your residence hall where a replacement card can be issued. If someone is not at the front desk, you can call 513.330.1717 for 24-hour assistance.
UNIVERSITY AND HOTEL FEEDBACK/ISSUES
Should you encounter any issues or have any feedback for the hotel/ residence hall, or if there is anything that can be done to make your stay more comfortable, please contact Convention Coordinators John Underhill and Claire Dixon.
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SPONSORS The Fraternity would like to thank all of its 2019 Convention sponsors who provide important products and services to advance the mission of Beta Theta Pi.
PLATINUM LEVEL
Greek House Chefs (including snacks at Alpha Chapter House during Heritage Tours)
GOLD LEVEL
Holmes Murphy BillHighway Fraternal Law Partners
POLO SPONSORSHIP CSL Management
BRONZE LEVEL Lessonly Herff Jones Gill Grilling
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PARKING
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SUNDAY AIRPORT SHUTTLES Hillcrest Hall
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EVERHONORED
MISSION
To develop men of principle for a principled life.
VISION
Every member will live Beta Theta Pi’s values.
CORE VALUES
To build lasting bonds of friendship and brotherhood, Beta calls for:
MUTUAL ASSISTANCE Betas believe that men are mutually obligated to help others in the honorable labors and aspirations of life.
INTELLECTUAL GROWTH Betas are devoted to continually cultivating their minds, including high standards of academic achievement.
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 themselves and those around them.
INTEGRITY Betas preserve their character by doing what is morally right and demanding the same from their brothers.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES BROTHERHOOD
PERSONAL GROWTH
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STRATEGIC INITIATIVES I. Chapter Cultural Assessment II. Volunteer Training and Engagement III. Hazing Prevention and New Member Education IV. Housing Standards V. Risk Management Education and Accountability VI. Interfraternal Collaboration