Beta Theta Pi - University of Kansas

4 Josh Anderson Lawrence, Kan. Major: Mechanical engineering and business administration "Coming into the house, I wasn't sure if I was going to like everyone, but now I'm sure I've found my best friends for life. The culture in this house is truly special. I'm looking forward to holding executive positions and continuing to keep the Beta house on the top of The Hill." Eli Bostwick Essex Junction, Vt. Major: Architectural engineering "I have enjoyed learning about the traditions of our chapter. I am looking forward to growing my friendships with both my classes and the classes above me." Zachary Davidson Salina, Kan. Major: Finance "Hanging out in the locker room with my pledge brothers and learning how to work as a team has been my favorite part of living at the house. Getting to know my other pledge brothers and creating such good memories with them is something I don't think I could have found anywhere else." Asher Denk Kansas City, Mo. Major: Finance and accounting "I most enjoyed bonding with my pledge brothers through spending so much time with them. I am looking forward to getting to know the upperclassmen—sophomores through seniors. I am also excited to become involved in the house to ensure that all of the long- standing traditions are preserved." Cayo Domínguez-Heithoff Parkville, Mo. Major: Finance "My favorite part of pledgeship was being around like-minded individuals in both my pledge class and the house. I learned a lot from the seniors in the house and grew a connection I don't think other houses have with older members. I look forward to furthering my involvement in the house." Charles Dunne II Wichita, Kan. Major: Finance and business analytics "I have enjoyed how I can reflect on all the hard work that I have put into the house and be proud of it. I am looking forward to being involved in a competitive environment with guys who will push me to be my best every day." Will Eckels Kansas City, Mo. Major: Finance "This last semester has brought me and my pledge brothers extremely close. I look forward to becoming closer with the pledge classes above me as well as being a leader for the classes that come after me." Wilson Evans Irvine, Calif. Major: Undecided "My favorite part of pledgeship was learning the Beta songs. I am looking forward to getting to know the sophomore class better. I am most excited to attend three more Turkey Pulls." Brooks Fannin Austin, Texas Major: Finance "My favorite part of pledgeship was building friendships. Creating lifelong bonds was a huge draw for me in the first place. I look forward to building friendships with the classes above me and the classes that will follow." Brody Hansen Overland Park, Kan. Major: Mechanical engineering "I never expected to get so close with everyone in my class, but the locker room enabled this to happen. I'm excited to help grow my class as well as future classes." Hamp Henning Leawood, Kan. Major: Chemical Engineering. "My favorite part of pledgeship was getting to know my pledge brothers. This group of guys, who I didn't even know just a few months ago, are some of the best friends I've had." Charlie Horn Overland Park, Kan. Major: Business administration "I've built a great bond with a bunch of new guys and made good new habits. I am excited to spend time with all the people in the house." Luke Karel Parker, Colo. Major: Business administration (pre-law) "Song practice was one of my favorite times this past semester. Learning the songs of the house and the history behind them was very interesting to all of us and was a great thing to bond over." Maverick Malcolm Centennial, Colo. Major: Aerospace engineering "Meeting all 22 of the guys in my pledge class and becoming best friends with them was the greatest experience of my life. I look forward to meeting all of the upperclassmen and getting more involved in the house and on campus." Andrew Merkley Omaha, Neb. Major: Mechanical engineering "My favorite part of pledgeship was getting so close with my pledge brothers. I made so many connections that I never would have otherwise. I'm excited to move into the sophomore rooms and hang out with everyone in the house." Gavin Reintjes Austin, Texas Major: Business management and leadership "I really enjoyed getting close with my pledge brothers. I am looking forward to moving into different rooms and seeing different parts of the house as I live in it. I am also looking forward to meeting all the freshmen who enter the house as I grow older." Luke Rothfuss Topeka, Kan. Major: Mechanical engineering "I have enjoyed the bond that I developed with my pledge brothers. I was able to make some of the best friends of my life during the first semester." HEAR WHAT OUR NEW BROTHERS LIKED ABOUT PLEDGESHIP AND WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FORWARD TO. WELCOME, CLASS OF 2026!

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