Growing with a Sense of Purpose
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W
hile the Epsilon Beta experience is certainly more than
the physical structure of the Chapter House, our home
undoubtedly plays a significant role in the development of our
sisters and serves as a proud symbol of our shared values and goals.
In 1965, two houses in Chapel Hill were bought and conjoined to create
the legacy that is known as the yellow house on the corner of Franklin.
It has become clear that we must make a major investment in our
chapter house if we are to remain competitive, provide a quality living
environment, and commit to our founding purposes: friendship, high
standards of personnel, scholarship, career development, participation
in campus activities, and community service.
Real Challenges
(educational, meeting, eating, and laundry spaces)
• Leaks in the roof have caused mildew and wood to rot,
creating health hazards for members.
• Comfortability is minimized due to an outdated heating and
air conditioning system, negatively impacting recruitment
efforts each August.
• The exterior of the home is weathered and has aged through
the years. An integral property in the Chapel Hill Historic
District, the curb appeal no longer mirrors the success
Epsilon Beta bestows.
• Without an elevator or chair lift, meeting, laundry, and study
spaces in the basement are not accessible to all members, let
alone potential new members.
Impactful Solutions
• Replace the roof to prevent future damage and ensure
longevity of the home.
• Install new HVAC system with state-of-the-art
electrical and efficient cooling system to meet the needs of
today's students.
• Preserve our timeless exterior, including updated, energy-
efficient windows and new, cedar-shake siding.
• Install an elevator to allow all members to comfortably
utilize the chapter room and basement amenities.
• Eliminate the brick fire wall while conjoining the
Hillsborough Street and Franklin Street porches. This will
create an unrivaled, contiguous, outdoor living space.
These challenges, among many others, have led the House
Corporation Board to explore a major construction project to
address immediate needs and ensure our members have a safe place
to call home for another generation. Much like our personal homes,
our chapter house must act as a haven that instills confidence in our
members and their families.
