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Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX)

Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX) is a Christian fraternity that focuses on brotherhood, faith, and leadership.

Founded with the mission of fostering a Christ-centered community, Beta Upsilon Chi provides a space where members can grow in their faith while building strong, supportive relationships with one another. The fraternity is committed to service, participating in various philanthropic activities and outreach programs that benefit both the campus and the broader Knoxville community. Members of Beta Upsilon Chi at UT Knoxville are encouraged to pursue personal and spiritual growth, engage in leadership roles, and support one another in their academic and personal endeavors. With a foundation built on faith and fellowship, Beta Upsilon Chi offers a unique and meaningful experience within Greek life and the Volunteer community at the University of Tennessee.

 

Dozens of members of the fraternity, Beta Upsilon Chi, are pictured in front of their fraternity house. They are all dressed in suits.

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Chapter Name: Beta Upsilon Chi
Designation: Alpha Zeta Chapter
Nickname: BYX
Colors: Purple and White
Symbols/Mascots: Chalice and Dove
Philanthropy: KARM
National Founding: 1985

UT Founding: 2012
Standing at UT: Good Standing: One Star
Chapter GPA: 3.52
President: Michael Weeks


Members of Beta Upsilon Chi are pictured in front of their gold Greek letters reading BYX. All members are holding a symbolic paddle for the fraternity.

One member of Beta Upsilon Chi is yelling in the center of the image with his hand up. There are various other members in the back clapping their hands and yelling along with him. This is representing the national website.

Members of Beta Upsilon Chi at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville are posing in front of wooden crosses. They are broken into two groups of four members each.


Standards of Fraternal Excellence

Standing: One-Star Chapter 78/100

  • Education: 22/27
  • Academics: 6/6
  • Administration: 20/32
  • Civic Engagement: 5/5
  • Excellence: 25/30