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 is Attending
See who’s registered for the 185th General Convention.
Emergencies and Medical Assistance
In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
All guests should opt into Miami University’s emergency alert system by texting “muguest” to 79516. Guests can reply STOP to cancel the service.
Report all injuries or illnesses to Beta’s Convention team at convention@beta.org.
Lost Keys and Dorm Access
If you lose your Miami University key card or get locked out of the dorm, call the 24-hour assistance line: 513.330.1717.
Guests will be charged $40 for lost key cards.
Parking at Miami
All guests parking on Miami’s campus, including guests staying at the Marcum Conference Center, must register their car.
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 Sunday round of golf on July 28
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional information and details for attendees.
Map of Oxford
Daily Schedule
| Time | Event / Task | Location |
| 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Tours and Beta Swag Shop | Administrative Office |
| 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Marcum: Lobby |
| 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Hillcrest Hall |
| Dinner on Your Own |
| Time | Event / Task | Location |
| 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast Available for Early Arrivals | Garden Commons |
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Breakfast Available for Marcum Conference Center Guests | Marcum: Lobby |
| 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Board of Trustees Meeting | Marcum: Rm 154 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Marcum: Lobby |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Hillcrest Hall |
| 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Administrative Office Open for Tours and Beta Swag Shop | Administrative Office |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch Available for Early Arrivals | Garden Commons |
| 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | General Fraternity House Corporation Board Meeting | Marcum: Rm 112 |
| 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Foundation Board of Directors Meeting | Marcum: Rm 158 |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | General Session: Convention Kickoff | Armstrong: Wilks Theater |
| 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Hanover Winery (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
Hamilton, Ohio |
| 5:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Dinner | Western Dining |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Leadership College: Motivating the Middle (All Collegiate Attendees) |
Armstrong: Pavilion |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Leadership Summit (Regional and District Chiefs) |
Shriver: Harrison |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Alumni Association Leader Training | Shriver: Bystrom |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Foundation Board of Directors Meeting | Marcum: Rm 158 |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | General Fraternity House Corporation Board Meeting | Marcum: Rm 112 |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Legislation Committee Meeting: Credentials and Registration | Armstrong: Lobby |
| 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Legislation Committee Meetings (As Needed) | Armstrong: Lobby |
| 9:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Alumni and Guest Mix-n-Mingle (Cash Bar) | Marcum: Lobby |
| Time | Event / Task | Location |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Breakfast | Western Dining Hall |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Exhibits and Vendors | Western Dining Hall |
| 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Hillcrest Hall |
| 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Marcum |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | General Session: Beta’s History and Ritual (Initiated Betas Only) | Armstrong: Wilks Theater |
| 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. | General Session: Model Initiation Debrief (Initiated Betas Only) | Armstrong: Pavilion |
| 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Lunch | Western Dining Hall |
| 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 a.m. | Exhibits and Vendors | Western Dining Hall |
| 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Lunch at Krishna Indian Restaurant (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
Krishna |
| 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. | Tri-Board Lunch Meeting (Trustees, Foundation Directors, GFHC Board, Baird Corporation, Campaign Cabinet, Advisory Council) |
Marcum: Rm 180 – 186 |
| 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Meeting for Chartering Chapters | Western Dining Hall |
| 1:30 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Coffee and Ice Cream Social (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
Location TBD |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Legislation Committee: Credentials and Registration | Shriver: Dolibois Lobby |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Legislation Committee Meetings (As Needed) | Shriver: Dolibois Lobby |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Presidents Academy (Collegiate Chapter Delegates) | Shriver: Dolibois |
| 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Keystone: VPs of Education (VPs of Education and Advisors) |
Shideler: Rm 152 |
| 2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Legislation | Shriver: Dolibois |
| 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Dinner | Western Dining Hall |
| 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Exhibits and Vendors | Western Dining Hall |
| 5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. | Foundation Campaign Cabinet Dinner and Meeting | Marcum: Rm 180 – 186 |
| 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Pizza Party Dinner (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
LaRosa’s |
| 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | History and Heritage Tours (Administrative Office, Alpha Chapter House, Beta Campanile and Harrison Hall) |
Various Locations |
| 9:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | GLBTQ+ and Allies Mix-n-Mingle (Contact Tommy Raimondi at tpriii@gmail.com or 714.745.5296 for More Information) |
Left Field Tavern |
| Time | Event | Location |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Breakfast | Western Dining Hall |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | General Fraternity House Corporation Board Meeting | Marcum: Rm 112 |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Foundation Committee: Development | Marcum: Rm 108 |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Foundation Committee: Finance | Marcum: Rm 124 |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Foundation Committee: Governance and Nominating | Marcum: Rm 126 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Keystone: Member Education (VPs of Education and Advisors) |
Shideler: Rm 152 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Keystone: Member Education (VPs of Education and Advisors) |
Shideler: Rm 001 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Keystone: Member Education (VPs of Education and Advisors) |
Shideler: Rm 032 |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Legislation | Shriver: Dolibois |
| 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Check-In and Help Desk | Marcum: Lobby |
| 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Annual Brunch (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
Patterson’s Cafe |
| 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Exhibits and Vendors | Western Dining Hall |
| 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. | Lunch | Western Dining Hall |
| 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Keystone: Member Education (VPs of Education and Advisors) |
Shideler: Rm 152 |
| 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Sweethearts and Guests: Pottery Painting (RSVP to Leeza Dempsey at slkdempsey@gmail.com or 330.631.3552) |
You’re Fired! |
| 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Legislation | Shriver: Dolibois |
| 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Marching Line (Assemble at Beta Campanile) |
Beta Campanile |
| 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | General Session: Celebration Ceremony | Hall Auditorium |
| 6:30 p.m. | Dinner on Your Own | |
| 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | John Reily Knox Club and Bridge Builder Society Dinner (Invitation Only, Contact Aaron Selby at aaron.selby@beta.org With Questions or to RSVP) |
The Elms Hotel: Overlook |
| 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. | Beta’s Uptown Celebration | Oxford Memorial Park |
| Time | Event | Location |
| Airport Shuttles to CVG and DAY (Times To Be Announced) | Hillcrest Hall/Marcum | |
| 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. | Breakfast Available for Dragon Classic Golfers | Marcum: Lobby |
| 7:00 a.m. | Buses Depart for Dragon Classic Golf Tournament | Marcum: Lobby |
| 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Dragon Classic Golf Tournament | Hueston Woods Golf Course |
| 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Administrative Office Open for Tours and Beta Swag Shop | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Latest Check-out Time | Hillcrest Hall/Young Hall |
| 11:00 a.m. | Latest Check-out Time | Marcum: Lobby |
Explore Beta's Heritage
Oxford has so much to offer when it comes to fraternity history, let alone Beta Theta Pi’s. 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. Take a stroll through time and explore the many heritage sites Oxford has to offer.
From the Beta Campanile to the Hall of Chapters to the Alpha Chapter house, knowledgeable Beta staff and an exclusive audio tour will be your guide every step of the way as you reminisce every moment that shaped the Great and Good Fraternity. Take a trip to Greenville, Ohio, the final resting place of Founder John Reily Knox. Stand near the spot where the founders changed the course of history some 185 years ago.
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.
Legislative Proposals
Proposal 1 – Transportation Reimbursement for Voting Delegates to Convention
Proposal 2 – Eliminating Conflicts of Interest within the Administrative Office Staff
Proposal 3 – Standardize Chapter Officer Structure and Duties
Proposal 4 – Standardize Chapter Officer Elections
Proposal 5 – Member Recusal Clause
Proposal 6 – Chapter Reorganizations
Proposal 7 – Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees and Key Employees
Board of Trustee Candidates
Kendall R. Bryan, MIT ’88, as General Fraternity Treasurer
Dr. William L. Fox, St. Lawrence ’75
Aaron T. Kozuki, Washington in St. Louis ’05
Robert J. Selsor, Missouri ’82
Charter Applications
Appalachian State University
San Diego State University
