Beta Theta Pi - University of Minnesota

PAge 3 betA thetA Pi President Mikil R. Foss '26 Vice President of Brotherhood Samuel L. Garber '26 Vice President of Finance Jacob T. Polzin '25 Welcome, New Members Sohom Chatterjee '27 Dallas, Texas Christopher L. Dixon '26 Edina, Minn. CHAPTER OFFICERS Vice President of Communications Arnav Jain '26 Vice President of New Member Education Tyler J. Drew '26 Vice President of Risk Management Nicholas A. Johnson '26 Vice President of Ritual Jonathan W. Day '26 Vice President of Programming Connor V. Graf '26 Vice President of Recruitment Jacob W. Loveall '26 lovea009@umn.edu Always Room to Stay Connected Why David Servais '92 Decided to Volunteer with Beta " Fraternity life provided me a great opportunity for personal and professional growth at an early age, and I want to help ensure that others get that opportunity at our chapters." " We all have so many things coeting for our time these days, but volunteering or staying engaged doesn't have to be difficult." T hough he financially supported Beta Pi Chapter in years past, David Servais '92 found himself unable to get more directly involved for decades. Then, as a recent empty nester, he decided to step up and give back as our newest District Chief. "Fraternity life provided me a great opportunity for personal and professional growth at an early age, and I want to help ensure that others get that opportunity at our chapters," he said. "The primary purpose of the District Chief is to be an ambassador for the General Fraternity to the active chapters, advisory teams, and housing corporations in the district," David explained. "And while I'm just getting up to speed in my role, my key responsibilities will be maintaining open communications and developing strong working relationships with those groups and providing guidance where needed." Forging New Bonds Coming to UMN from out of state, David looked at the fraternity scene to find friends and a support network. Beta Pi introduced him to a group of young men from diverse backgrounds with a shared interest in building something positive. "Conversations with Wally Bjorkstrand '88, Scott Martin '89, James Keeler '89, and other leaders in the house played a big role in my choosing Beta." The fraternity provided David with leadership and management opportunities not readily available outside the Greek system; he was fortunate to serve in roles like sergeant-at-arms, pledge educator, and president. Major events like Homecoming, Campus Carnival, and Initiation Week always stand out, but when David sees his fellow alumni, they reminisce the most about the nicknames, jokes or pranks, and other organic experiences that come from young college men living together. In that way, Beta taught him to find common interests with other people and appreciate the differences that made them unique. "I'm looking forward to engaging with the active chapters in the district to better understand today's Greek experience and provide them with support when needed," he said. "I'm also excited to reacquaint myself with the rituals and the songs that played a big part in all our Beta experiences." Making Bonds Last As David and his brothers married and started families and careers, he didn't stay in touch with as many as he would have liked. Having lost a few brothers from his era in recent years reinvigorated him to get involved and reconnect with more—something he hopes to do at Gopher football tailgates, Homecoming, and other reunions in the years to come. "We all have so many things competing for our time these days, but volunteering or staying engaged doesn't have to be difficult," he added. "Simply attending some of the alumni events is a great way to start and learn about the different volunteer opportunities available. If you don't have time, consider supporting the chapter through financial contributions to help maintain the chapter house. We all know what we put that house through while we were there, and every contribution, regardless of amount, will help ensure it sticks around for our future Beta Pi brothers." David lives in Lakeville, Minnesota, where he enjoys following Gopher football and taproom hopping around the Twin Cities with his wife, Kari. To connect or learn more about his District Chief role, find him at servais_d@msn.com.

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