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Beta Theta Pi (ΒΘΠ)

Beta Theta Pi is a fraternity that emphasizes brotherhood, academic excellence, and leadership development.

The chapter is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community among its members, providing opportunities for personal growth, networking, and service to others. Beta Theta Pi is known for its commitment to philanthropic efforts, including events that support local charities and initiatives to benefit the Knoxville community. Members are encouraged to excel academically and to engage in leadership roles both within the fraternity and across campus. Through their focus on building lifelong friendships, contributing to their community, and developing principled leaders, Beta Theta Pi plays a valuable role in the Greek life experience and the broader Volunteer spirit at the University of Tennessee.

 

Dozens of members of Beta Theta Pi at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. They are gathered in front of an American flag.


Chapter Name: Beta Theta Pi

Designation: Delta Kappa Chapter

Nickname: Beta

Colors: Light Pink and Light Blue

Symbols/Mascots: Dragon

Philanthropy: Sexual Assault Center of East Tennessee

National Founding: 1839 at Miami University

UT Founding: 1967

Standing at UT: Good Standing: One Star

Chapter GPA: 3.15

President: Cyrus Cross

Address: 1848 Fraternity Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916


Standards of Fraternal Excellence

Standing: Three-Star Chapter 76.5/100

Health and Safety Summit, Greek Leadership Summit, Bystander Intervention Workshop, Chapter Officer Workshops, Cross Council Exchange, New Member Health and Safety Module, Headquarters Program(s), Risk Management Program, DEI Program, Program with another chapter from another council, & program with another Registered Student Organization or Department.

Maintaining a chapter scholarship program and chapter and new member GPA above a 2.5.

Roster submission, New Member Education Plans, Officer Updates, Advisor Updates, Council Meeting Attendance, Presidents’ Cabinet Meeting Attendance, VOLink Registration, OSFL Coaching Meetings, Financial Good Standing, & Conduct Standing

Completing at least 4 hours of service per member tracked through the Jones Center for Leadership and Service and hosting one philanthropic event:

2023 Service Hours Per Member: 1 hour/member

2023 Philanthropic Donations: $1,407 donated

Campus Involvement, Immersive Leadership and Service, Service Hours Over 4 Hours Per Member, Chapter GPA Above the All-Male/Female Average, Academic/Career/Leadership Program, DEI Program, Health & Safety Program, and End-Of-Year Meeting with OSFL Council Advisor.


Three members of Beta Theta Pi in Neyland Stadium. The football field is in the background.

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Members of the fraternity, Beta Theta Pi. are gathered. Each person has a hand in. The picture is in black and white. This is representing the national website.

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Four members of Beta Theta Pi at Young Williams Animal Center during a philanthropy event.

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