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 closed on June 30, however Saturday Only registration remains open through July 15. See the Frequently Asked Questions for fees and information regarding registration cancellations or changes, or contact convention@beta.org.
UPDATES
Check your email and text messages through July for updates regarding airport transportation, lodging, what to bring, pre-work and other important information to make the most of your Convention experience.
QUESTIONS
With questions about the 186th General Convention, including to make any cancellations or changes to your registration, please contact the Administrative Office at 800.800.BETA or convention@beta.org.
Quick Links
Registration
Registration is closed, however Saturday Only registration is open until July 15.
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.
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
