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Mr. Lonely: In today's ever-connected world, why do men feel so alone?

Why Do Men Feel So Alone?

Today, we find ourselves in an "epidemic of loneliness." Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness and disconnection that fundamentally affect their mental, physical and social health. Diving deeper, one population is directly and urgently in the crosshairs of this crisis: men.

Rethinking the Beta House

A 112-year-old chapter house, evolving student preferences and alumni time constraints lead Illinois Betas to usher in a new approach to "the house."

It Starts With Us

The Gamma Beta Chapter at Utah celebrates 10 years – and half a million dollars raised – in partnership with the Rape Recovery Center in Salt Lake City.

Giving Day Challenge: March 13-14

In its fifth year, Beta's Giving Day Challenge is raising the bar to support the Fraternity's strategic initiatives of Brotherhood, Personal Growth and Home. Put March 13-14 on your calendar as brothers and friends will rally together over 1 day, 8 hours and 39 minutes to hit an ambitious, record-setting $500,000 goal!

NFL Owner Claims Oxford Cup

On October 24, 2023, Cincinnati Bengals Owner Mike Brown, Dartmouth '57, was bestowed with Beta's highest honor for professional achievement, the Oxford Cup. Joined by Beta Brother and Jacksonville Jaguars Owner Shad Khan, Illinois '70, it was an event for the ages.

Remembering Beta Greats

When a mighty oak falls, the loss reverberates far and wide. Such has been the passing of two Beta Greats. Captain Jerry M. Blesch, Centre '60, is remembered for a life of leadership and Dr. Ferd Del Pizzo, Washington in St. Louis '58, was a loyal Beta to the end.

Few have done as well as the Tau Chapter when it comes to historical documentation. Wabash alumni have published a chapter history every 25 years since their 1946 centennial, including a new chronicle as part of their recent 175th anniversary.

Catch up on Fraternity updates and Greek headlines. Notably, collegiate membership surpasses 10,000 once again after 2,504 new members were recruited this fall, Beta's third largest recruitment class of all time.

A 70-foot dragon ship art car from the mind of Tim Clark, Ohio '95, is sure to turn heads. "Our Dragon Abraxas is shining in the community to be a force for good just like Wooglin," he said. This and 17 other alumni spotlights are featured in this issue.

Not all of the principles in Dale Carnegie's 1937 classic, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," have stood the test of time. But many are as relevant to the modern Beta as ever.

The need to enlist talented individuals to coach Beta collegians is constant. Some 98 chapters have at least one core advisor opening, totaling 198 volunteer vacancies.

For Jack Hertz, Wisconsin '25, lacrosse is more than a game, it's a heart-pounding conduit to his Danish roots. His debut in international competition and 14 more student stories highlight collegiate brothers across Beta's Broad Domain.

Notices of Betas, Sweethearts and Friends of Beta who passed within the last two years and were reported to the Administrative Office between October 26 and January 15 are included in this listing.

Initiated amidst the Iota Chapter's John Hanna Gray legend, James K. Patterson, Hanover 1856, climbed the academic ladder to become University of Kentucky's founding president in 1869. Read more about how "Pater Universitatis" is memorialized across campus.

Date

Location

Event

February 28

Virtual

March 13-14

Virtual

March 27

Virtual

April 6

Tampa, Fla.

April 26-27

Virtual

May 3

South Daytona, Fla.

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