Since 1998, Beta Theta Pi has been undergoing a revolutionary transformation — back to where it began.

With the Men of Principle initiative, Beta Theta Pi gives a new voice to the enduring values of our Fraternity. We offer a membership experience that is unique — calling on men to become leaders and giving them the tools they need to do so.

In 1879, Beta Theta Pi was the first college fraternity to publish its constitution. Today, while we continue to guard certain secrets reserved for our members, we invite the widest knowledge of our objects and aspirations.

Article 1 Name and Objects: Section 2.

"It shall be constituted as hereinafter provided and shall have for its objects the promotion of the moral and social culture of its members, the establishment of confidence and friendly relations among the universities and colleges of the United States and Canada, in securing unity of action and sympathy in matters of common interest among them, and the building up of a fraternity that recognizes mutual assistance in the honorable labors and aspirations of life, devotion to the cultivation of the intellect, unsullied friendship and unfaltering fidelity, as objects worthy of the highest aim and purpose of associated effort."

Our Mission

Beta Theta Pi is dedicated to building men of principle for a principled life. Our brotherhood aids the individual, builds the Fraternity and strengthens the host academic institution through lifelong devotion to intellectual excellence, high standards of moral conduct and responsible citizenship.

LIFELONG FRIENDSHIP — Bonded by oath and ritual, Betas form lifelong bonds of trust and friendship which are the foundation of the Fraternity’s mission.

CULTIVATION OF THE INTELLECT — Beta membership encourages individual and chapter support of the academic mission and provides opportunities for co-curricular learning and personal growth.

RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP — Betas participate in a system of self-governance, bound by trust and responsibility, which nurtures the development of social and leadership skills.

RESPONSIBLE SOCIAL CONDUCT — Beta Theta Pi is committed to standards of social conduct which are guided by principles of urbane, civil, courteous and responsible deportment.

COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY — The experience of being a Beta encourages men to serve their university, fraternal and local communities.

Our Vision

Beta Theta Pi will be the exemplary standard for collegiate fraternal societies. Through implementation of Men of Principle, Beta will have successfully implemented policies and programs to achieve these objectives:

• Betas will be universally known as friends, gentlemen and scholars.
• Beta Theta Pi will be acclaimed and respected by the academic community.
• Beta Theta Pi will be endorsed by parents who will advocate membership for young men.
• Betas will be in high demand by leaders of business, government and the professions.
• Beta Theta Pi will engender bonds of friendship and brotherhood which create a lifelong commitment to serve and support the Fraternity.

At-a-Glance