About the General Convention
One of the Fraternity’s most cherished traditions, the General Convention is nearly as old as Beta Theta Pi itself and serves five purposes:
Relationship Cultivation
Business of the Fraternity
Education
Inspiration
Recognition & Celebration
Make the Pilgrimage Home
Beta is coming home for its annual reunion! Join Beta brothers, Sweethearts and guests at the 185th General Convention on the campus of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Home of the Miami Triad — Beta Theta Pi, Phi Delta Theta and Sigma Chi — and the Alpha chapters of the Delta Zeta and Phi Kappa Tau, Miami is affectionately known as the Mother of Fraternities.
Visit iconic Beta heritage sites across campus, from the Beta Campanile to the Hall of Chapters to the Alpha Chapter house. Take a trip to the grave site of Founder John Reily Knox up the road in Greenville, Ohio. Stand near the spot where the founders changed the course of history some 185 years ago. In conjunction with the 25th anniversary year of the Institute for Men of Principle, mark July 25–28, 2024 on your calendar to join attendees from across Beta’s Broad Domain at the 185th anniversary celebration in Oxford.
As the saying goes, “There’s nothing quite like a Beta Convention.”
Essential Information
Who
Beta brothers, Sweethearts, Friends and guests are invited to attend.
Required tracks include chapter and alumni association delegates, vice presidents of education and General Fraternity Officers.
Where
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio
When
July 25-28, 2024
Registration
Registration opens April 1, 2024.
Voting delegates (chapter presidents and alumni association leaders) and General Fraternity Officers must register by May 26, 2024. All other General Convention attendees must register by June 30, 2024. Alumni associations must submit their annual certification to be entitled to representation at Convention.
Fees
Registration fees are listed by registration type below and in the Frequently Asked Questions document.
Questions
With questions about the 185th General Convention, please contact the Administrative Office at 800.800.BETA or convention@beta.org.
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Dragon Classic Golf Tournament
Join brothers and friends for a Sunday round of golf on July 28
Participants Costs
Collegiate Chapter Delegate
$749
Includes shared room, all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Billed to chapter on March 1 statement. Registration deadline is May 26.
Keystone: Vice President of Education
$300
Includes shared room, all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Billed to chapter on March 1 statement. Registration deadline is June 30.
Collegians At-Large
$850
Includes shared room, all meals, general sessions, tours and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Billed to chapter on March 1 statement. Registration deadline is June 30.
Note: There is no designated educational track for collegians at-large. While other guests are in educational sessions and legislation, collegians at-large are welcome to enjoy Oxford and invest in brotherhood time.
Alumni Association Delegate
$500
Includes all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Registration deadline is May 26 and alumni associations must submit their annual certification to be eligible to vote. See FAQ for information on sleeping accommodations.
Chapter Advisors
$425
Includes all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Registration deadline is June 30. See FAQ for information on sleeping accommodations.
Note: There is no designated educational track for chapter advisors. They will partner with the vice president of education and participate in his Keystone educational track.
Alumni and Guests: Full Convention
$650
Includes all meals, general sessions, tours and transportation to/from the airport (CVG or DAY). Registration deadline is June 30. See FAQ for information on sleeping accommodations.
Note: There is no custom programming or tracks for alumni-at-large or guests. While other Convention attendees are in educational tracks and legislation, alumni-at-large and guests are welcome to enjoy Oxford and invest in time together.
Alumni and Guests: Saturday Only
$100
Hearts Aglow in Dallas
For only the second time ever, Beta Theta Pi hosted its annual reunion in Dallas! Beta Spirit flowed through the Metroplex during the 184th General Convention in August 2023. From the hotel in Dallas to Globe Life Field in Arlington, it was a joyful reunion as more than 900 Betas and friends gathered once again in the name of brotherhood.
There, legislative delegates granted charters to Beta’s two newest chapters, Zeta Beta at South Florida and Theta Theta at Embry-Riddle; the Francis W. Shepardson Award was bestowed upon Bob Schnese, Wisconsin ’83; businessman and philanthropist Bill Koch, MIT ’62, accepted the Oxford Cup as well as on behalf of his twin brother, David Koch ’62; 13 chapters received the coveted John Reily Knox Award; and more.