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BETA THETA PI // 183RD GENERAL CONVENTION // TOGETHER WE RISE
WOOGLIN DAILY NEWS ATLANTA, GEORGIA // FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2022
ETCH YOUR NAME IN CONVENTION HISTORY The Convention Roll Book is important historical evidence of the Fraternity, dating back to the earliest Conventions so many years ago. Don’t miss this chance to pen your name into the official roll of the 183rd. It is located at registration in The Overlook.
HOUSING SUMMIT IN SESSION AT GEORGIA TECH Beta’s Cornerstone Housing Program is hosting this year’s Housing Summit in conjunction with the 183rd General Convention, hosted at the historic Gamma Eta Chapter house at Georgia Tech. Workshops for for house coperation volunteers will focus on building brotherhood within the chapter house, chapter house 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 PipBurst Pro.
RIVERS RUTHERFORD, MISSISSIPPI ’89, TO RECEIVE THE 87TH OXFORD CUP With a name like Rivers Rutherford, it’s no surprise this soulful storyteller and recent Nashville Songwriter Hall of Famer was destined to become one of music’s most talented and accomplished singer-songwriters. Rutherford came out of the gates swinging at 21 years old, landing his first cut with American legends Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson. He went on to write hit songs for Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, Rodney Atkins, Montgomery Gentry, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire and countless others. What followed the dozens of hits were multiple Grammys and Country Music
Association and Academy of Country Music nominations, including the coveted awards for Country Song of The Year and Songwriter of The Year. Known for his gritty southern style, Rutherford is unapologetic about his faith, devotion to his family and making great music. His illustrious decades-long career, the countless hits to his credit and his ability to write music that is timeless, are testaments to a man that has come to be respected as an artist in his own right. Tonight’s presentation of the Oxford Cup will take place at the College Football Hall of Fame. The Oxford Cup, a smaller version of the Pater Knox golden anniversary Loving Cup, is Beta’s highest honor for professional achievement.
EMCEES AND SPECIAL GUESTS // FRIDAY New Foundation Board Director Karl Chaio, Texas A&M ’90, will emcee today’s Awards Luncheon. Witness the recognition of extraordinary volunteers and outstanding campus achievements.
Tonight at the College Football Hall of Fame, General Fraternity President Tom Cassady, Cincinnati ’76, hosts the 87th presentation of the Oxford Cup, Beta’s highest professional honor.
Jared Thompson, Centre ’17, returns for his third stint as Convention President. He will keep the Convention floor in order during Friday’s and Saturday’s legislation sessions in the Augusta Ballroom.
DAILY AGENDA FRIDAY AUGUST 5
This agenda is abbreviated. Scan the QR code to view the full schedule in the Convention Guide. CONVENTION REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION 7:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. // The Overlook HOUSING SUMMIT 8:00 a.m. // Georgia Tech Chapter House ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEADER TRACK 8:00 a.m. // Chastain 1 BOARD MEETINGS 8:30 a.m. // Various COLLEGIATE AND ADVISOR LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATION TRACKS 9:00 a.m. // Chastain (Various) LEGISLATION 11:00 a.m. // Augusta Ballroom AWARDS LUNCHEON 12:00 p.m. // Peachtree Ballroom ADVISOR ACADEMY 2:00 p.m. // Peachtree Room COLLEGIATE AND ADVISOR LEADERSHIP AND EDUCATION TRACKS 2:00 p.m. // Various LEGISLATION 2:00 p.m. // Various BUSES TO JRK DINNER (INVITE ONLY) 5:00 p.m. // National Center for Civil and Human Rights DINNER 6:30 p.m. // College Football Hall of Fame OXFORD CUP PRESENTATION 8:30 p.m. // College Football Hall of Fame LOVING CUP CEREMONY 10:30 p.m. // Chastain C
JEREMY POINCENOT KICKS OFF CONVENTION WITH INSPIRING KEYNOTE ADDRESS At the Convention Kickoff, attendees were inspired by the story of Jeremy Poincenot, Sigma Phi Epsilon. As a 19-year-old student at San Diego State University, his life was altered by a sudden Lebers Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) diagnosis. Having suddenly become legally blind, Jeremy’s story is one rooted in the choices made every day. Through his own hard work and perseverance, he has been able to find success not only for himself but in raising awareness for LHON. More importantly, he came to understand the need to reach out for support from his friends and family. “Do we take enough time to look at our fraternity brothers, family and friends around us and ask if there is anything I can do to help them?” he questioned to the audience.
His fraternity brothers inspired him to stand for his cause. His dad supported him as he returned to the one thing that he loved: golf. Jeremy did not back down in the face of adversity. Instead, he began a campaign that has raised over $350,000 through his annual fundraiser, Cycling Under Reduced Eyesight (C.U.R.E Ride). And, he went on to become a two-time world champion and eight-time U.S. Blind Golf Champion thanks to the support he has asked for. “We need to enjoy our experiences more in the present moment and enjoy the people around us.” A simple ask for help can make a difference to those around us, as their support can be beneficial for them as well.
“Alone we are limited, together we are limitless.”
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• Convention attire is resort-casual (i.e. collared shirts, shorts, jeans or khakis).
• Name tags should be worn at all times during the General Convention.
• Attire must be in good taste and represent Beta Theta Pi appropriately.
• Convention staff are in blue Beta polos, and they are eager to help with any questions you may have.
• Saturday’s Celebration Banquet is coat and tie, equivalent attire for guests.
• Saturday’s breakfast is on your own.