TOGETHER WE RISE
1 8 3 R D G E N E R AL CO NVE NTI O N ATLANTA, GEORGIA ~ AUGUST 4-7, 2022 PROGRAM GUIDE
CONVENTION PURPOSE
TOGETHER WE RISE “This uniquely annual event has long been a special source of strength for our Fraternity . . . It brings us together to renew Beta’s vitality; it brings us together, annually, so 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.” – James G. Martin, Davidson ’57; 156th General Convention Keynote; Governor of North Carolina and General Fraternity President
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.
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General Secretary Welcome
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Convention History
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General Fraternity Leadership
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Featured Speakers
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Convention Highlights
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Convention Schedule
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Legislation
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Cornerstone Housing Summit
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Hospitality Suite for Guests
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General Information
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Hotel Map
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Mission, Vision, Core Values
Welcome to Beta Theta Pi’s 183rd General Convention in Atlanta, Georgia!
a letter from the
GENERAL SECRETARY S. Wayne Kay Virginia Tech ’73
Join us on instagram: @betathetapi
Every General Convention leaves its mark on Beta history. From landmark legislation 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, we chart the path forward for our Great and Good Fraternity. Perhaps not surprisingly as we host the 183rd in the heart of a such a historic southern city like Atlanta, new inspirations and important decisions become opportunities to reaffirm Beta’s Three Great Principles and core values. As a fitting reminder, John Reily Knox, Miami 1839, gave a rousing address on the Fraternity’s first anniversary in 1840. Nearly two centuries later we rise together with renewed passion and commitment to ensure this Fraternity remains a beacon of brotherhood and personal growth for all who call it home. This emphasis on togetherness rings especially true to me here at Beta’s 183rd. Following two years of disconnect and distance due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we reunite to celebrate and honor our eight founders and this special Fraternity we all know and love. Sincerely and yours in ___kai___,
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TOGETHER WE RISE
CONVENTION HISTORY YEAR
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”
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LOCATION
Cincinnati, Ohio Cincinnati, Ohio Hudson, Ohio Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Cincinnati, Ohio Louisville, Kentucky Berkeley Springs, Virginia Columbus, Ohio (Skipped due to Civil War) Indianapolis, Indiana Detroit, Michigan Cincinnati, Ohio Indianapolis, Indiana Nashville, Tennessee Columbus, Ohio Chicago, Illinois Indianapolis, Indiana Richmond, Virginia Cincinnati, Ohio (Skipped due to late timing of 34th) Evansville, Indiana Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Detroit, Michigan Indianapolis, Indiana Cincinnati, Ohio Baltimore, Maryland 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
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LOCATION
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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 Spring, Maine Oxford, Ohio Del Monte, California Mackinac Island, Michigan Mackinac Island, Michigan (Skipped due to World War II) Mackinac Island, Michigan Poland Spring, 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 Mackinac Island, Michigan Poland Spring, 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. Mackinac Island, Michigan
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LOCATION
Sun Valley, Idaho Asheville, North Carolina Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri Bedford Springs, Pennsylvania Mackinac Island, Michigan French Lick, Indiana Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri Mackinac Island, Michigan Oxford, Ohio Hot Springs, Virginia Scottsdale, Arizona French Lick, Indiana Mackinac Island, Michigan Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri Boca Raton, Florida Scottsdale, Arizona Asheville, North Carolina Toronto, Ontario Oxford, Ohio Palm Desert, California Tarpon Springs, Florida Washington, D.C. Denver, Colorado Marco Island, Florida Cincinnati, Ohio Palm Desert, California Washington, D.C. Miami, Florida Oxford, Ohio Schaumburg, Ill. (Chicago) Oxford, Ohio Kansas City, Missouri Oxford, Ohio Atlanta, Georgia Scottsdale, Arizona Toronto, Ontario Orlando, Florida Dallas, Texas Phoenix, Arizona Washington, D.C. Seattle, Washington Chicago, Illinois Charlotte, North Carolina Oxford, Ohio Orlando, Florida Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Salt Lake City, Utah Norfolk, Virigina Oxford, Ohio (Virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic) Oxford, Ohio Atlanta, Georgia Announced Saturday Night!
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GENERAL FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES
TOGETHER WE RISE “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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Wayne Kay, Virginia Tech ’73, General Secretary Tom Cassady, Cincinnati ’76, General Fraternity President Ken Bryan, MIT ’88, General Treasurer Robert Beall, Oklahoma ’80, Vice President Amar Budarapu, Lawrence ’87, Vice President Justin Foster, West Chester ’11, Vice President Bill Haywood, Miami ’74, Vice President Aaron Kozuki, Wash. in St. Louis ’05, Vice President Justin Rutherford, Northwestern ’00, Vice President Nick Sexton, Eastern Kentucky ’11, Vice President Joel Stern, UC Riverside ’94, Vice President
UNDERGRADUATE COMMISSIONERS Garrett Anspach, Kentucky ’22 Jack Corby, Elon ’22 Thomas Nardicchio, Indiana ’22 Tyler Naughtrip, Iowa State ’22 Nathan Satterfield, Michigan ’23 Alex Siegenthaler, Cornell ’22 Jeff Pioquinto, Iowa State ’22
GENERAL FRATERNITY HOUSE CORPORATION John Stebbins, Emory ’92, President Adam Collins, Wabash ’02, Treasurer Steve Becker, Florida ’69, Secretary Daen Epka, Loyola Marymount ’10, Director Dan Farmer, Cincinnati ’75, Director Andy Mattox, Nebraska ’00, Director Vince Mikolay, Bethany ’00, Director Andrew Zurborg, Arkansas ’15, Director
FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mike Feinstein, MIT ’82, Chairman Tom Purinton, Kansas State ’63, Vice Chairman Randy Groves, Kansas State ’78, Treasurer Tom Reeves, Eastern Kentucky ’99, Secretary Stavan Bhatt, Louisville ’98 Michael Bickford, Oklahoma ’80 Art Carmichael, Oregon ’62 Karl Chiao, Texas A&M ’90 Peter Darrow, Miami (Fla.) ’09 Jeff Flanagan, Rhode Island ’93 Scott Grotjan, South Dakota ’92 Zac Haines, Miami ’05 Kent Mire, TCU ’07 Tom Olver, Central Michigan ’98 Fred Pierce, San Diego State ’84 Rick Sabol, Ohio ’77
GENERAL FRATERNITY LEADERSHIP GENERAL FRATERNITY OFFICERS Mike Okenquist, Villanova ’94 Advisory Council Commissioner Zac Haines, Miami ’05 Archivist and Historian Ryan Westberry, Clemson ’98 Assistant Historian Brock Johnson, Oklahoma State ’09 Chorister Martin Cobb, Eastern Kentucky ’96 Editor David Schawe, Louisville ’06 Insurance Commissioner Jim Strilesky, British Columbia ’72 Scholarship Commissioner
REGIONAL CHIEFS
Tommy Raimondi, Ohio ’16 East Great Lakes Bryant Fiesta, UC Irvine ’16 Mid-Atlantic Terry Weber, Truman State ’01 North Central John Smid, Toronto ’99 Northeast Nick Gilson, Utah ’03 Northwest Chuck Graves, Middle Tennessee St. ’94 South Austin Marple, TCU ’14 South Central Ryan Newton, Kansas State ’08 Southeast Bob Griffiths, Washington ’67 Southwest Ethan Turner, Wisconsin-Oshkosh ’12 West Great Lakes
DISTRICT CHIEFS
DISTRICT
Gene Wasserman, Maryland ’92 1 Faraz Malek, Toronto ’12 3 Bruce Fein, Colgate ’84 4 James Ebert, Stevens ’19 5 Kal Pipo, Case Western Reserve ’86 6 Alex Henry, Bethany ’14 7 Matt DelBrocco, Case Western Reserve ’12 8 Dan Dahlen, Ohio ’76 9 Michael Lavina, Hanover ’11 10 Karl Edelmann, Michigan ’86 11 Charles Hutchinson, Kentucky ’91 12 Andy Thomas, Wisconsin-Oshkosh ’97 13 T.J. Barber, Texas at Arlington ’99 14 Brandon Lamp, Wisconsin ’14 15 Ted Haile, Georgia Tech ’75 16 Dave Thompson, Purdue ’64 17 Woody Ratterman, Middle Tenn. St. ’95 18 Carlos Gonzalez, Central Florida ’07 19 Alex Oczypok, Alabama ’19 20 Nathan Balkenbusch, Kansas State ’14 22 Chase Colvin, Oklahoma State ’14 23 Mick Breske, South Dakota ’73 24 Joe Jongewaard, Iowa State ’70 25 Ted Gillette, Oregon ’74 30 Andrew Upton, TCU ’15 32 Jake McKinney, Louisville ’01 33 Tom Enck, Denver ’18 35 Michael Hay, Eastern Kentucky ’94 36 Coby Crosby, Southern California ’16 37 Andy Prochnow, Southern California ’04 38 Ian Ross, Michigan ’21 40 Roger Roa, Nova Southeastern ’02 42 Vince Jackson, Florida State ’99 46 Nick Hatton, San Diego ’18 48
“Men who faithfully serve Beta as district chiefs become marked men. Upon their loyalty, energy, cooperation, enthusiasm and efficiency rests our Fraternity’s chance for leadership and achievement. And what do we offer these picked men . . . for their labor and sacrifice? An incomparable opportunity for service to undergraduates, the hope of making new and lifelong friendships, the assurance that their influence will survive ‘in the minds and thoughts of other men, undying and imperishable!’” – General Secretary Harold J. (Bing) Bailey, Amherst 1908
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FEATURED SPEAKERS
183RD WELCOME Tom Cassady, Cincinnati ’76
KICKOFF KEYNOTE: JEREMY POINCENOT Two-Time World and Eight-Time U.S. Blind Golf Champion
CONVENTION KICKOFF
KICKOFF EMCEE Justin Foster, West Chester ’11
Join some 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. Welcomed by General Fraternity President Tom Cassady, Cincinnati ’76, and emceed by outgoing Board of Trustees Vice President Justin Foster, West Chester ’11, witness the traditional Convention Countdown and this year’s inspiring keynote by Blind Golf Champion Jeremy Poincenot.
MODEL INITIATION
MODEL-I REFLECTION Ben Swartz, Connecticut ’05
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THURSDAY | AUGUST 4
Following a relaxed, family-style buffet dinner, all Betas will gather to conduct the sacred Model Initiation Ceremony. Practiced to perfection by an enthusiastic cast of brothers, come prepared to learn the details that take the beautiful tradition to another level. Beta lore and ritual enthusiast Ben Swartz, Connecticut ’05, will lead a brief post-ceremony reflection prior to the Convention’s wine and beer Welcome Reception for all attendees. (Cash/credit accepted.)
AWARDS LUNCHEON
AWARDS EMCEE Karl Chiao, Texas A&M ’90
THURSDAY | AUGUST 4
FRIDAY | AUGUST 5
In this all-Convention session that includes lunch, witness the recognition of dozens of individuals and chapters as we celebrate their extraordinary volunteerism and campus achievements. New Foundation Board member Karl Chiao, Texas A&M ’90, will emcee, as Undergraduate Commissioners and current chapter presidents join him to announce this year’s award winners, including 23 recipients of the Francis H. Sisson Award.
FEATURED SPEAKERS OXFORD CUP PRESENTATION
OXFORD CUP Rivers Rutherford, Mississippi ’89
With the College Football Hall of Fame as the backdrop, Rivers Rutherford, Mississippi ’89, acclaimed country music songwriter for Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Reba McEntire, George Jones, Lady Antebellum, Toby Keith and more, will receive Beta’s highest honor for professional achievement, the 87th Oxford Cup.
CELEBRATION BANQUET
CELEBRATION BANQUET EMCEE John Stebbins, Emory ’92
SHEPARDSON AWARD Bill Lowry, Kenyon ’56
FRIDAY | AUGUST 5
SATURDAY | AUGUST 6
Unite with outgoing General Fraternity House Corporation President and candidate for General Secretary John Stebbins, Emory ’92, in the final, celebratory dinner of the General Convention. In addition to honoring Fraternal Fifties in the cherished Beta Countdown and enjoying Beta’s singing tradition, cheer on Beta’s 11 Knox Award-winning chapters and reflect on parting remarks by outgoing General Secretary Wayne Kay, Virginia Tech ’73, and Foundation Chairman Mike Feinstein, MIT ’82. Considered the first Black initiate of any NIC fraternity, having been initiated on April 27, 1954, former Foundation Director and Chairman of Beta’s Commission on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Bill Lowry, Kenyon ’56, will receive the Fraternity’s highest honor for General Fraternity service, the Francis W. Shepardson Award. Capping off what is sure to be a historic 183rd General Convention, join with Bill and his family to celebrate the goodness of Beta Theta Pi before closing out the Convention with a dessert, wine and beer reception sponsored by the Beta Foundation. (Cash/credit accepted.)
GROUP PICTURES OUTGOING GENERAL SECRETARY Wayne Kay, Virginia Tech ’73
Say GO BETA! Beta’s official Convention photographer, Lumatic, will take group photos on a first-come, first-served basis in front of the Beta backdrop after each all-Convention program. Images will be available for purchase online within a week following the Convention. PG. 11
BETA LEADERSHIP FUND developing men of principle for a principled life
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“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.” — Dr. Seth R. Brooks, St. Lawrence 1922 General Secretary and General Fraternity President PG. 12
CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS RELATIONSHIP CULTIVATION
All-Convention Welcome Reception Join your brothers and friends in the hotel’s Cafe and Lobby immediately following the Model Initiation for a light snack and a glass of wine or beer. (Cash/credit accepted.) Closing Dessert Reception hosted by the Foundation Immediately following Saturday’s Celebration Banquet, all attendees are invited to the closing Dessert Reception sponsored by the Beta Foundation. (Cash/credit accepted.)
TOGETHER WE RISE “This kind of meeting is agreeable to me because it breathes genuine friendship without any shadow of conventionality. I like it all the more because, banishing all worldly cares, forgetting our ages, politics, creeds, nationalities, varied or conflicting interests, and laying aside even diplomacy, we come here to have a good time together simply as brothers in the bonds of Beta Theta Pi.” – Amb. Aimaro Sato, DePauw 1881, Japanese Ambassador to the United States
BUSINESS
Convention Legislation Delegates will conduct the business of the Fraternity on Friday and Saturday, including voting on charter petitions, chapter reviews, Trustee elections and amendments to The Code. One must be a registered Convention attendee to gain admittance into the legislation hall. General Fraternity Officer Meetings At various points throughout Convention, the Board of Trustees, Foundation Board, General Fraternity House Corporation, Regional Chiefs and District Chiefs will meet to advance Beta’s system of chapter and volunteer support.
EDUCATION
Leadership and Education Sessions These sessions serve as the educational focus for this year’s Convention. An all-star lineup of speakers and topics have been selected to ensure chapters and volunteers hit the ground running this coming academic year.
INSPIRATION
The Singing Fraternity Beta’s singing tradition lives on! Throughout Convention, brothers will join in song to celebrate the Fraternity’s sentimental side as Beta is still “The Singing Fraternity!” Marching Line A cherished Convention tradition led by the Board of Trustees, Betas will unite at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and proceed into the Celebration Banquet while singing Marching Along.
RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATION
Charterings, Awards and Recognition From new chapters bestowed charters in the legislation hall, to Foundation donors and individual and chapter awards recognized during banquets, the 183rd will do its part to honor those who labor out of love for Beta Theta Pi. PG. 13
CONVENTION AGENDA WEDNESDAY // AUGUST 3, 2022 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Registration The Overlook 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Early Arrivals Reception (light snacks, cash/credit bar) Café
THURSDAY // AUGUST 4, 2022 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. 6:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Campaign Cabinet Meeting and Breakfast Registration (School Spirit Day!) Board of Trustees Meeting General Fraternity House Corporation Meeting Friend of Beta and Guest Hospitality Suite General Fraternity Officer Lunch General Fraternity Officer Meeting Foundation Development Committee Foundation Finance Committee Foundation Governance and Nominating Cmte. General Fraternity House Corporation Meeting Joint Meeting of Trustees, Foundation Directors, Gen. Fraternity House Corp. and Advisory Council Board of Trustees Meeting Convention Kickoff and Keynote Address Dinner Credentials for Model Initiation Model Initiation Ceremony and Reflection Welcome Reception (cash/credit bar) Committee on Nomination of Officers Interest Session: Working for the Fraternity Convention Chorus Practice
Piedmont 6 The Overlook Chastain 2 Piedmont 8 Ansley 8 Chastain 1 Chastain 1 Piedmont 4 Piedmont 5 Piedmont 3 Piedmont 8 Chastain 2 Chastain 2 Peachtree Ballroom 8th Floor Terrace Peachtree Ballroom Foyer Peachtree Ballroom Café & Lobby Chastain 2 Peachtree Room Piedmont 7
FRIDAY // AUGUST 5, 2022 7:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. 8:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. 8:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. PG. 14
Registration Coffee Service Committee on Nomination of Officers Committee on Credentials and Registration Alumni Association Leader Track (Breakfast Provided) Housing Summit: Depart Hotel Housing Summit Board of Trustees Meeting Miller Nichols Chapter Presidents Leadership Academy Foundation Board of Directors Meeting General Fraternity House Corporation Meeting Keystone: Vice President of Recruitment Track Keystone: Vice President of Education Track Peter F. Greiner Leadership College Friend of Beta and Guest Hospitality Suite Legislation Awards Luncheon Advisor Academy
The Overlook Outside Meeting Rooms Piedmont 1 Piedmont 2 Chastain 1 Meet in Lobby Georgia Tech Chapter House Chastain 2 Peachtree Room Piedmont 7 Piedmont 8 Chastain H, I, J Chastain F, G Chastain D, E Ansley 8 Augusta Ballroom Peachtree Ballroom Peachtree Room
CONVENTION AGENDA 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Keystone: Vice President of Recruitment Track 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Keystone: Vice President of Education Track 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter F. Greiner Leadership College 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Legislation 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Snack Break 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Busses to John Reily Knox Dinner (Invitation Only) 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Convention Chorus Practice 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Shelby L. Molter Song Competition 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. John Reily Knox Club Dinner (Invitation Only) 6:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Assemble and Walk to College Football Hall of Fame 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Dinner 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Tour 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Oxford Cup to Rivers Rutherford, Mississippi ’89 10:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Loving Cup Ceremony
Chastain H, I, J Chastain F, G Chastain D, E Augusta Ballroom Outside Meeting Rooms Hotel Lobby Piedmont 7 Piedmont 6 National Center for Civil and Human Rights Lobby CFHOF CFHOF CFHOF Chastain C
SATURDAY // AUGUST 6, 2022 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Advisory Council Breakfast Chastain 2 Committee on Credentials and Registration Piedmont 2 Coffee Service Outside Meeting Rooms Registration The Overlook Friend of Beta and Guest Hospitality Suite Ansley 8 Advisor Academy Peachtree Room Keystone: Vice President of Recruitment Track Chastain H, I, J Keystone: Vice President of Education Track Chastain F, G Peter F. Greiner Leadership College Chastain D, E Legislation Augusta Ballroom Working Lunch (Box Lunch Provided) Various Locations Installation Ceremony Training Chastain C Leadership College at Nat’l Cntr for Human/Civil Rights Meet in Lobby Legislation Augusta Ballroom Advisor Academy Peachtree Room Keystone: Vice President of Recruitment Track Chastain H, I, J Keystone: Vice President of Education Track Chastain F, G Leadership College Chastain D, E Snack Break Outside Meeting Rooms Auburn Alumni Reception Chastain 1 Convention Chorus Practice Piedmont 7 Marching Line Peachtree Lobby Celebration Banquet Peachtree Ballroom Foundation Dessert Reception (cash/credit bar) Overlook, Café & Lobby
SUNDAY // AUGUST 7, 2022 Safe travels home. See you at the 184th!
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TOP 15 TIPS ON ETIQUETTE
HOW TO BE A GENTLEMAN AT A BETA CONVENTION BANQUET 1.
Introduce yourself and shake hands with all of your tablemates. (But leave the wimpy and bone-crushing handshakes at home.)
2. Keep your coat on throughout the banquet – not on the chair back. 3. If a woman or alumnus approaches the table to be seated, rise out of respect and introduce yourself. (Rise again if she excuses herself from the table at some point.) 4. Avoid checking your cell phone throughout the banquet. It’s disrespectul to the brothers around you, not to mention the speakers and award winners on stage. 5. Begin eating only after the Beta Doxology has been sung. 6. Begin eating only after everyone has been served but not until the women at the table have lifted their forks. (If the table is all-male, wait until the eldest has begun.) 7.
Pass food to your left.
8. Pass the salt and pepper together. 9. Cut one bite at a time . . . not several pieces. 10. Never leave a spoon in a bowl, cup or glass. 11. Place the knife and fork on the edge of the plate while eating, in the center when finished. 12. Keep your napkin in your lap. 13. Use silverware from the outside in. 14. Use the restroom prior to the banquet and, if necessary, during dessert but never while someone is speaking. 15. Engage your tablemates in good conversation and stay focused on the presentations and speakers. You’ll be amazed at how it adds to your Convention experience!
LEGISLATION
CONVENTION OFFICERS
MONDAY, JULY 18, 2022
PRESIDENT
CHARTER/CHAPTER REVIEWS (VIRTUAL)
Jared A. Thompson, Centre ’17
SECRETARY
Ryan Reichenbach, Kettering ’18
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Jason Blake, Georgia Tech ’92
MARSHAL
Steven Peterson, Texas at Arlington ’89
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE CHAIRMAN
Tom Purinton, Kansas State ’63
VICE PRESIDENTS
Joe Buchanan, Washington State ’53* Bob Cottrell, Miami ’54* Bill Lowry, Kenyon ’56 Dave McKenney, Georgia Tech ’60 Joe Troncale, Alabama ’64* Mark Boardman, Alabama ’79 Randy Master, Hanover ’82 Bob Schnese, Wisconsin ’83 Rivers Rutherford, Mississippi ’89 David Schmidt, South Florida ’92
Charters Panel 1 – George Mason Charters Panel 2 – Oregon Charters Panel 3 – Embry-Riddle; Kennesaw State Charters Panel 4 – LSU; Boise State Chapters Panel 1 – South Florida; Illinois Chapters Panel 2 – Florida Atlantic; Bowling Green Chapters Panel 3 – Vanderbilt
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2022 CHARTER VOTES CHARTER Oregon George Mason
TIME 2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m.
LOCATION Augusta Ballroom Augusta Ballroom
* Posthumous Honoree NOTE: Times subject to change due to normal legislative processes.
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CORNERSTONE HOUSING SUMMIT
AUGUST 5, 2022 | 8:00 A.M. – 11:45 A.M. Georgia Tech Beta House 764 Fowler St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 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 historic Gamma Eta Chapter house at Georgia Tech, workshops will focus on building brotherhood, chapter housing operations and keeping our homes safe. Sessions will feature success stories and best practices as presented by industry experts from College Fresh, CSL Management and PipeBurst Pro.
COLLEGE FRESH: IMPORTANCE OF A MEAL PLAN
There is no better way to start the morning than a homecooked breakfast that will be served on behalf of College Fresh. Their team will also have a short presentation on the benefits of a meal plan and trends they are seeing in meal service for today’s generation of college students.
CSL MANAGEMENT: HOUSING ASSESSMENT
Participants will have an opportunity to do an in-depth walk-through of the Gamma Eta Chapter house with Tim Stephenson of CSL Management. This is an opportunity for participants to learn what to look for on their facility’s regular walk-throughs, routine maintenance do’s and don’ts, and practical training for closing and opening the chapter house.
PIPEBURST PRO: WATER LEAK DETECTION & MITIGATION
Water loss is still the leading cause of loss among fraternity homes. The Cornerstone Insurance Program has a partnership with Pipeburst Pro to help reduce these claims in the future. Participants will learn tips and tricks, how to utilize the system, and more details on installing Pipeburst Pro in their chapter home. PG. 18
HOSPITALITY SUITE FOR GUESTS The Friend of Beta, Spouses and Guests Program is a fantastic way to build the bonds of friendship while attending the Beta Convention. Participants will enjoy all Convention-wide meals and receptions, including the Welcoming Dinner on Thursday, Awards Luncheon and Oxford Cup Presentation on Friday and the Celebration Banquet on Saturday night. The Friend of Beta and Guest Hospitality Suite is open daily and will be fully stocked with snacks and refreshments. What: Friends of Beta, spouses and guests are welcome to explore downtown Atlanta where there are an array of things to see within walking distance from the hotel: National Center for Human and Civil Rights, College Football Hall of Fame, CNN, Coca-Cola Headquarters, Georgia Aquarium, Olympic Park and more. Before or after seeing the sights, feel free to enjoy the hospitality suite to cool off, relax and catch up with newfound friends! Cost: Complimentary for all spouses, Friends of Beta and guests When: Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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QUESTIONS?
Contact Convention Coordinator Nathan Balkenbusch at 913.544.6588.
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GENERAL INFORMATION REGISTRATION
The Convention registration area is located in The Overlook area on the 6th Floor beginning Wednesday morning. Please see the Master Agenda for detailed registration hours.
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.
TRANSPORTATION
Should you need transportation during Convention, please visit the concierge desk or utilize the MARTA, Uber, Lyft, a cab, etc. IMPORTANT: Atlanta traffic is notably congested, and ride-share services face considerable wait times. Plan ahead and ensure safety remains your top priority.
CONVENTION ATTIRE
Thursday is “School Spirit Day,” so feel free to sport pride for your alma mater! Attire for all other events is resort casual (polo/collared shirts, shorts or khaki pants for men and comparable attire 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. no alcohol, void of sexual innuendo, etc.). Coat, tie and Beta badge are required for Saturday night’s Celebration Banquet.
MEALS
Full registrants have access to three major meals: Welcoming Dinner (Thursday), Awards Luncheon (Friday) and Celebration Banquet (Saturday). Breakfast is on your own. Options include the hotel’s Café and room service, Starbucks and Peachtree Food Court a block down from the hotel. Attendees who indicated an allergy or dietary restriction during registration have been provided special meal tickets. They should be presented to a hotel server at the start of the meal. Nametags serve as admittance tickets into Beta banquets. If you lose your nametag, visit the Convention registration desk to obtain a replacement. Based on availability, additional banquet meals may be purchased at the Convention registration desk.
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Meals on Thursday and Friday are open seating. Saturday night’s Celebration Banquet is open seating for collegiates but will include reserved seating for alumni and guests. Please check the podium outside of the Peachtree Ballroom for your seat assignment.
GENERAL INFORMATION AWARDS
Awards will be presented to individuals and chapters during Friday’s Awards Luncheon and Saturday’s Celebration Banquet. Except for Knox and singing-related Awards presented Saturday night, chapters will be able to pick up their hardware at the awards booth where group photographs will be taken upon request. Awards must be claimed by 9:00 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 hotel 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 hotel security. If a disturbance or issue is reported, 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 General Fraternity will follow 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 Convention and the hotel.
SMOKING AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS
The entire hotel is 100% smoke- and tobacco-free. This includes all offsite Beta events.
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.
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GENERAL INFORMATION WIRELESS INTERNET
Computer access is available throughout the hotel, including the lobby and common space. Every guest room offers wifi, which allows for fast connection time and access.
TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK
The official Twitter hashtag for the 183rd General Convention is #Beta183. 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 hotel is doing everything it can to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable stay. Please do not hesitate to contact the hotel staff if you need assistance.
ALL-GENDER RESTROOM
An all-gender restroom is located just off the 6th Floor Chastain Terrace.
EMERGENCIES AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
If you experience an emergency, please call 9-1-1. Please report all injuries or illnesses to the Beta Convention staff at beta@convention.org.
PARKING
Parking at the Westin Peachtree Plaza is $37 per vehicle per day.
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT
Hotel check-in is at 4:00 p.m. Check-out is 11:00 a.m. If you would like a late check-out from the hotel, please make arrangements directly with the front desk.
LOST HOTEL KEY
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GENERAL INFORMATION HOTEL BILLS
Delegates, Leadership College and Keystone participants and chapter advisors: your hotel bill (less incidentals) is paid in conjunction with your registration fee and will therefore be charged to the Fraternity’s master bill. General Fraternity Officers: You will be responsible for paying your hotel bill upon checkout and submitting charges for reimbursement in alignment with Beta’s official expense reimbursement policy. All other attendees are responsible for room, tax and incidentals.
HOTEL FEEDBACK/ISSUES
Should you encounter any issues or have feedback for the hotel, or if there is anything that can be done to make your stay more comfortable, please contact Convention Coordinator Nathan Balkenbusch at 913.544.6588.
QUESTIONS
Questions regarding the Convention and host facilities should be directed to any Convention staff member. They are easily identified by their name tags and red//white/blue polos.
BETA STAFF CONVENTION LEADERSHIP TEAM Nathan Balkenbusch, Coordinator Anne Emmerth, Coordinator Eric Buller Phil Fernandez Taelor McCarthy Mike Roupas Jacob Tidwell
nathan.balkenbusch@beta.org anne.emmerth@beta.org eric.buller@beta.org phil.fernandez@beta.org taelor.mccarthy@beta.org mike.roupas@beta.org jacob.tidwell@beta.org
Beta Theta Pi Foundation and Administrative Office 800.800.BETA (2382) /// convention@beta.org
CONVENTION SPONSORS
The Fraternity would like to thank all of its 2022 Convention sponsors who provide important products and services to advance the mission of Beta Theta Pi, including Billhighway, College Fresh, CSL Management, Herff Jones and Merch.House (page 26).
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HOTEL MAP
CHASTAIN – 6TH FLOOR
AUGUSTA – 7TH FLOOR
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HOTEL MAP
PEACHTREE – 8TH FLOOR
PIEDMONT – 12TH FLOOR PG. 25
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2022-23 BETA MERCH.HOUSE LEADERSHIPAD PROGRAMS MILLER NICHOLS CHAPTER PRESIDENTS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Who: All Chapter Presidents When: February 24-26, 2023 Where: TBD (with Leadership Summit) Registration Opens: October 3, 2022
HUGH E. STEPHENSON JR. LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Who: Regional and District Chiefs When: February 24-26, 2023 Where: TBD (with CPLA) Registration Opens: October 3, 2022
KEYSTONE REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCES
Who: Executive Chapter Officers and Chapter Advisory Teams When: January 13-15 – Cincinnati January 13-15 – St. Louis January 20-22 – Cincinnati January 27-29 – St. Louis Registration Opens: October 3, 2022
WOODEN INSTITUTE
Who: Initiated Undergraduates When: January 5-8, 2023; June 3-7; June 10-14; June 24-28 Where: Oxford, Ohio Winter Registration Opens: Oct. 3, 2022 Summer Registration Opens: Feb. 1, 2023
PETER F. GREINER LEADERSHIP COLLEGE
Who: Any undergraduate Beta attending the General Convention who is not serving as a chapter delegate When: August 3-6, 2023 Where: 184th General Convention Registration Opens: February 1, 2023
UNDERGRADUATE INTERFRATERNITY INSTITUTE
Who: Undergraduate Betas When: Summer 2023 Where: Bloomington, Ind. Registration Opens: February 1, 2023 For more info: nicfraternity.org
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Leadership program graduates can apply to serve as an intern for CPLA, Keystone, the Wooden Institute and Leadership College. Applications will be available at beta.org and are due October 1. For more information, please contact: Eric Buller, Director of Leadership and Education at eric.buller@beta.org
Register for all of Beta’s leadership programs at
BETA.ORG Stay tuned for program updates and registration reminders in the Beta Brief, the Fraternity’s monthly e-newsletter for chapter officers, advisors and house corporation members. Ensure your email is current at my.beta. org. Distribution is on the eighth of each month.
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MISSION
To develop men of principle for a principled life.
VISION
Every member will live Beta Theta Pi’s values.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
BROTHERHOOD
CORE VALUES
To build lasting bonds of friendship and brotherhood, Beta calls for:
PERSONAL GROWTH
HOME
MUTUAL ASSISTANCE Betas believe 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 INITIATIVES 1. Member Education and Safety 2. Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Brotherhood 3. Fraternity Growth 4. Volunteer Recruitment and Training 5. Alumni Engagement 6. Safe and Competitive Homes
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