Flahsback- The FIRST College Spring Break.
In the spring of 1947, a few Beta Brothers hit the road for Florida. They documented their journey- and it’s on our alumni website! To view these great photos, click HERE– and if you’ve got photos of your own, submit them on the website or email our editor at [email protected]
Jim Banks ’84: From Pledge Trainer to Proud Alumnus
If you pledged Beta in 1983-1984, you probably remember James (Jim) Banks as your chapter VP and pledge trainer. Now, Jim shares his tales of the people he got to meet through Alpha Eta, the milestones he’s celebrating, and why today’s active brothers make him so proud to be a Beta. Read on for his story.
Photo Flashback: The Baritone Betas
A few months ago, we asked you if you could caption this photo, and Mark Shaw ’80 told us all about it. It turns out these four guys were all members of a campus singing group called the “Baritone Betas.” Those pictured (from left to right) were Wild Phil Taylor, Ritchie “Pinto” Kendricks, Gib “Snake Trub(andor), and Henry “Raccons” Jenkins. Mark said, “The photo was taken before a talent show in Columbus, so they had on their Denison sweaters to show some spirit. Unfortunately, they weren’t very good.” Click here to share your own throwback photos from your Beta days.
“Would My Life Be Different Today Without Beta? You Bet it Would”
Brotherhood means something different to everyone, but for some, it means everything. David B. Jones ’57 told us just how much Beta Theta Pi means to him and how much of an impact it’s had on his life. Read on for his story.
D. Jeffrey Ireland ’76
Jeff Ireland ’76 chose Beta Theta Pi back in 1973 both because of the personalities of the guys as well as the diversity. There were members there from all walks of life.
“We were a very fun group,” he says. “Yet, we were a strong house academically, and many of the brothers have gone on to great success in their careers.” His fondest memories of those days, he says, are all connected to life and activities in the Beta house. “The Christmas party with Santa and an elf, our formals in the living room with the house decorated, our water slide down the back hill, the Beta war, hell week, and many late nights in the bar,” he recalls.
Lost Touch Without Meaning To? Our Site Can Solve That!
When we joined Beta Theta Pi we didn’t join just to spend three or four years together. We joined to get a lifetime of brotherhood. So if you feel out of the loop, we want to make it easy to get right back in. We know it’s easy to lose touch without meaning to, to glance at these eLetters and decide you don’t have time to engage any further—we’ve all been guilty of that. But our site is like our own private version of Facebook, and these features make it simple and painless to stay connected, no matter how long it’s been or where you are in the world.
Granville Nominated
Recently, USA Today nominated Granville, OH for the best small town in the midwest. Currently, Granville is ranked eighth on the list. If you agree that your former, and perhaps current home of Granville is the best midwestern small town, click HERE to cast your vote! Voting closes April 24.
Alpha Eta Chapter welcomes eight pledges this semester
The Alpha Eta chapter is proud to present its spring pledge class of eight incredible young men. There are four freshmen and four sophomores that will grow into outstanding Betas under the guidance of pledge educator Patrick Manglano. The pledges are, from left: Kenny Connelly, James Braham, Shep Griswold, Christopher Nakon, David Reina, Mason Ansel, […]
Actives Meet With District Chief Raimondi
The Alpha Eta chapter was excited to host our District Chief Tommy Raimondi recently! Following breakfast with our executive board, both Tommy and the chapter’s financial advisor Garrett Anderson were able to attend our weekly chapter meeting. Pictured is our current executive team along with Tommy and Garrett — with Jack Marchetti, Cameron Moore, Chris […]
We want to hear your spring break stories
It’s time for spring break! Do you remember those days? The thrill of putting books and papers behind you for a week of fun and (hopefully) sun. If you had a great spring trip, let us know about it! Maybe you and a few brothers caught some grapefruit league games in Florida. Or maybe you did some […]