Beta Theta Pi is unique in having an annual Convention that oversees the governance of the Fraternity. Convention is celebrated in various cities throughout North America with up to 1,000 Betas and friends in attendance each year. The convention is vital not only as a governing body but also as perhaps the most important enduring force for the maintenance of the Beta spirit.

The 173rd General Convention will be held at the Westin O'Hare in Chicago, Illinois on August 2-5, 2012. The hotel is just 8 minutes from the Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and 20 minutes from downtown Chicago (50 minutes using public transport).

Who:		All undergraduates, alumni, Friends of Beta and guests
Where:		The Westin O'Hare
		6100 North River Road
		Rosemont, Illinois 60018
		800.937.8461
When:		August 2-5, 2012 Click here for a tenative schedule of events
Deadline:		July 5, 2012
Register:		Click here to register for the event
Lodging:		Guests (with the exception of General Fraternity Officers, Board of Trustees and Foundation
		Board of Directors) are responsible for making their hotel arrangements. Beta Theta Pi has
		a special hotel rate of $129/night plus all applicable taxes. Please click here to make your
		reservations online or call 1-800-937-8461 and state you are with the group "Beta Theta Pi
		Convention”
Transportation:		Transportation to Chicago or to and from the airport is not provided by Beta. The General
		Fraternity is, however, pleased to announce a partnership with AirTran Airways. When flying
		to Chicago Midway Airport on AirTran, Leadership College attendees are eligible for a special
		airfare discount. To receive this discount, please call the AirTran Event Savers Reservation
		Desk at 1-866-683-8368 and reference the Beta Theta Pi Event Code: ZZMDW080212
		(code is not redeemable online).
Costs:		Click here to see registration costs
Who's Registered:		Click here to see who's registered. See which Beta Greats will be attending the 173rd
		General Convention by clicking here.
Questions:		Download the FAQs document now!
		General Convention Questions, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , director of Leadership & Education
		Cornerstone Housing Summit, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , interim director of Cornerstone
		Delegates, contact your Leadership Consultant
		Leadership College, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , director of leadership development
		Convention Symposium, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , director of advancement
		For registration questions/assistance for any Convention Track, please contact
		This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , leadership & education intern.

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