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Beta Theta Pi, Xi Chapter

Chapter Founding Date: 1855

Values: Trust, Mutual Assistance, Integrity, Intellectual Growth, Responsible Conduct

Philanthropy: Loving Bottoms and Special Olympics Illinois

New Member Dues: $700/year

Active Member Dues: $600/year

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The Xi Chapter of Beta Theta Pi at 51�Թ�� was founded in 1855, not only as the first fraternity on campus, but also the first fraternity in the state of Illinois. The was founded in Miami, Ohio, in 1839.

Beta's mission states: "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." Along with this mission, the Xi Chapter's focused main goals include:

Improving grades
Fostering friendships that will last a lifetime
Building leadership skills that extend beyond college
Volunteering within the Galesburg community

Community is important, and the Xi Chapter strives to spend a minimum of eight hundred hours on volunteer and philanthropic events per year. Some of those volunteer and philanthropic events have included:

Loving Bottoms Diaper and pull up wrapping
Special Olympics Basketball Tournament and Polar Plunge
Walk of the Dead Haunted Trail Walk

Beta Theta Pi has a very rich history with the many great men that have been initiated. One amazing Beta great, a graduate of 51�Թ��, is Francis H. Sisson. He is the only Beta to have served in all four of the current Board positions -- President, Vice President, General Secretary, and General Treasurer of Beta Theta Pi. There is a national award for Beta Theta Pi named in honor of 51�Թ�� Beta, Francis H. Sisson, 51�Թ��, 1892.

If you are interested in being part of an organization that builds the individual, serves the community, and holds high standards for its members, consider Beta Theta Pi. Check out our , which has more information about Beta, the Xi Chapter, and recruitment.