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
The Pioneering Fraternity Heads to the Gateway City
The Fraternity Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce that Beta Theta Pi’s 186th General Convention will be held July 31 through August 3, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri. It’s been more than a century since Beta has held its annual reunion in the Gateway City, the last time being the 75th General Convention in 1914. At the time, the famous St. Louis Arch had yet to be built!
Brothers, Beta Sweethearts and Friends of Beta are invited to join in the celebration hosted on the historic campus of Washington University in St. Louis, home of Beta’s Alpha Iota Chapter. In addition to conducting the business of the Fraternity and celebrating individual and chapter successes, Convention will include opportunities for Betas, families and guests to see all there is to offer in the “Gateway to the West.”
As the saying goes, “There’s nothing quite like a Beta Convention.”
Essential Information
DATES
July 31 to August 3, 2025
LOCATION
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
ATTENDEES
Beta Brothers, Sweethearts, Friends and Guests
REGISTRATION
Registration is open April 1 through June 30, 2025. Chapter and alumni association delegates must register before June 1. It is recommended to determine travel plans to/from St. Louis prior to registration.
COSTS
Costs for each registration type are outlined below and detailed in the Frequently Asked Questions document. This includes accommodation options.
QUESTIONS
With questions about the 186th General Convention, please contact the Administrative Office at 800.800.BETA or convention@beta.org.
Quick Links
Registration
Registration closes June 30.
Who's Attending
Schedule At-A-Glance
See what’s in store for attendees at Convention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional information and details for attendees.
Pre-Work for Educational Tracks
All collegians and advisors will have pre-work to complete before Convention. Please set aside about two hours before you arrive to review and complete.
Dragon Classic Golf Tournament
Join brothers and friends for a round of golf.
Participant Costs
Collegiate Chapter Delegate
$750
Includes shared suite, all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Billed to chapter on March 1 statement. Registration deadline is June 1.
Keystone: Vice President of Finance
$315
Includes shared suite, all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Billed to chapter on March 1 statement. Registration deadline is June 30.
Leadership College
$650
Includes shared suite, all meals, general sessions, tours and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Billed to chapter on September 1 statement. Registration deadline is June 30.
Alumni Association Delegate
$650
Includes all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Registration deadline is June 1 and alumni associations must submit their annual certification to be eligible to vote. Sleeping accomodations are on your own, see FAQ or Add Ons tab for more information.
Chapter Advisors
$525
Includes shared suite*, all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Registration deadline is June 30. See FAQ or Add-Ons tab for information on sleeping accommodations, including promo code.
Note: There is no designated educational track for chapter advisors. They will partner with the vice president of finance and participate in his Keystone educational track. Advisors working with 2024-25 New Chapters can receive waived registration fees by contacting Senior Director of Fraternity Growth Noah McHale, Minnesota ’14.
Board Members and Candidates
$525
Alumni and Guests: Full Convention
$750
Includes all meals, general sessions, tours, meeting supplies and transportation to/from the airport (STL). Registration deadline is June 1. Sleeping accommodations are on your own, see Add Ons tab and FAQ for more information.
Note: There is no custom programming or tracks for alumni-at-large. While other Convention attendees are in educational tracks and legislation, alumni are welcome to enjoy brotherhood time and enjoy St. Louis. Programming for Beta Sweethearts and guests will be coordinated by Leeza Dempsey.
Dragon Classic
$105
Get your golf on! Join Brothers and Friends of Beta for the Dragon Classic Golf Tournament. We are excited to host golfers of all skill levels for a fourperson best ball scramble. Fee includes a golf swag bag and post-golf dinner reception. When you register you will indicate if you are bringing your own clubs or if you want to rent a set. Questions? Contact John Reineke at the Administrative Office.
Rooming: Shared Suite
$225
Rate is total for entirety of Convention, paid during registration. Most rooms are a single room with shared bathroom and living room in a multi-person suite.
Chapter advisors only may apply this promo code to waive this rate during registration: CNV186ADVHOUSE
Rooming: Hotel
Varies
Alumni and guests who prefer to stay in a hotel room can do so at their own expense by booking directly with the Knight Executive Conference Center. Beta has a room block with a limited number of hotel rooms available, first-come, first-served. Rates are $159 per night for a king and $169 per night for a double room, and parking costs $15 per day. This option applies to alumni and guests only; collegians are only allowed to stay in the shared suites.
Legislation
One purpose of General Convention is to conduct the business of the Fraternity. Below is a comprehensive list of items on the legislation agenda. Results of each item will be updated as discussed. More information on each proposal being presented is available here.
Board of Trustees Candidates
- John H. Stebbins, Emory ’92 as General Secretary
- J. Nicholas Gilson, Utah ’03
- Rodreyous K. Kelley, Florida State ’14
- J. William Romero Jr., UNLV ’95
Legislative Proposals
- Proposal 1 – Standardization of Chapter Officer Elections
- Proposal 2 – Chapter Reporting Requirements
- Proposal 3 – Scholastic Requirements for Initiation
Charter Petitions
- Boise State University
- University of Illinois
- Louisiana State University
- Samford University
