Beta Theta Pi - University of Wisconsin

ALPHA PILOT Alpha Pi Chapter of Beta Theta Pi at the University of Wisconsin SUMMER 2021 THE A lpha Pi came through the pandemic- riddled 2020-21 academic year in excellent shape. All of our actives moved into the chapter house in August 2020 and completed the school year in May 2021. Even with remote recruitment events, Alpha Pi added pledge classes of 32 in the fall and 13 in the spring; the house will be full for the fourth consecutive year this fall with more than 140 active members. Will Paulson '23 will take the reins as chapter president from Charlie Mavon '21 before leaving for a semester abroad. ank you, Charlie, for your dedication and service to Alpha Pi during an especially challenging year. e Beta Building Association took advantage of the extended winter break to complete renovation work in the living room and billiards room. e entire first floor and stairs to the dorm rooms have been renovated, including the addition of a first-floor women's restroom. e before and aer pictures have been posted on our website at betawisconsin. org/construction-update. We also upgraded our property management contractor to Kane Property Management. is new service firm supported the replacement of basement lights and installation of a new furnace, as well as proactively addressing safety and security concerns. ey are also working with the actives to stay on top of the wear and tear due to increased membership. Going forward, we will turn most of our attention to exterior projects. Planned Renovations Our beloved chapter house holds our shared experiences as Betas and will help attract the next generation of young men. Over the past Advancing Beta's Ideals at Alpha Pi Renovations and Campaign Commitments Make Big Strides few years, we have looked for ways to improve the curb appeal along Mendota Court. In 2019, we painted the windows, shutters, and soffits, replaced the cement stairs, and improved the lighting, while in 2020, we added three flags outside the president's room and replaced gutters. Tuck-pointing improvements and upgrading the landscaping are being completed in addition to proposals for an awning and power washing. Larger changes are planned for the lakeside of the house, including new stairs on the west side, terrace doors, new windows, additional shutters, a 20-foot flagpole, a firepit entertainment area, and landscaping improvements. With your ongoing support, all of this will be in place for our 150th anniversary in 2023. Along with these planned changes, we are considering building a replica of the original veranda. e veranda will be added to the plan if interest is strong and sufficient contributions beyond the targeted $1.5 million are raised. You will find additional renderings on our website at betawisconsin.org. Campaign Progress e improvements we've made and plan to make would not be possible without generous alumni and the outstanding work of the campaign solicitors. rough July 15, we have cash and in-kind pledges of more than $1.29 million from 239 donors. With six months to go, we are well- positioned to exceed our goal of $1.5 million in donations and our revised goal of 300 donors. Together, we will make a lasting difference in the lives of the young men joining the Alpha Pi Chapter of Beta eta Pi. Yours in _kai_, Bart J. Kocha, #1613, UW 1980 Campaign Chairman (262) 210-7035 bkocha@wi.rr.com

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