Beta Theta Pi - University of Missouri

The Zeta Phi page 2 T his spring, Zeta Phi continued its long tradition of academic excellence by once again placing first in grades with a GPA of 3.342. For the 2013-14 school year, Zeta Phi had the highest GPA of any fraternity, exceeding the all-Greek and all-university averages, and leading in GPA for new members. Zeta Phi employs numerous methods to help our members achieve academic success, including mandatory study hours; an active mentor program, designed to foster academic acclaim for pledges; and Yeckel Library. By instilling Zeta Phi's values and work ethics during members' freshman year, we have been able to win grades at the University of Missouri the past 14 out of 16 years. Additionally, to show our appreciation for our teachers and professors, the men of Beta Theta Pi hold an annual Teacher Appreciation Dinner in the dining hall of the fraternity house. The teachers receive a tour of the house and an excellent dinner prepared by our cooks. With the countless resources Beta provides, academic success becomes second nature for every member. In _kai_, Chris Shea '17 Scholarship Chairman Brothers James Moffitt '15, Chris Shea '17, Bobby Hoffman '15, and Blake Wayman '15 meet Chancellor Dr. R. Bowen Loftin, who attended Zeta Phi's semi-annual Teacher Appreciation Dinner. Chapter Earns First Place in Grades A t the conclusion of another successful semester, the men of Beta Theta Pi part once again from their brothers for the summer recess. A farewell dinner with the seniors for their dedication to the chapter, followed by the tradition of the senior's parting words at chapter renewed the sense of lasting brotherhood here at Zeta Phi. While we are sad to see another class pass through 520, we know they will represent us well as they succeed in their respective fields. TOP SHOWING ON CAMPUS The active chapter exceeded expectations this year. Our intramural teams came in first for the spring semester and second overall for the year. Our academic scores continue to surpass that of the all-men's and all-university averages as we look to maintain our record of being the top academic chapter on campus. INDIVIDUAL RECOGNITIONS Chris Shea '17 was elected as the Trulaske College of Business Student Council president, and Amit Patel '15 was tapped as a new member into Omicron Delta Kappa as recognition for his accomplishments and service to the university and the community. These men, among others, have consistently shown their commitment to Beta Theta Pi and serve as a model to the Betas who succeed them. FOLLOW US ONLINE To continue learning about the active chapter's accomplishments, you can find us on Facebook at Beta Theta Pi – University of Missouri or follow us on Twitter at @Beta_Missouri. RUSH UPDATE Every year, recruitment applications continually grow as the Zeta Phi Chapter consistently surpasses expectations and strives for excellence. As another recruitment season passes, our chapter is confident that the 40 new members will fulfill the expectations set by their predecessors, while they seek to establish their own legacy during their four years on campus. We are looking forward to another successful year at the new Beta house. If you have any rush recommendations, please have the potential recruit fill out an application at www. missouribeta.com for the fall of 2015. In_kai_, Jake Maxwell '15 Chapter President jpmaxwell11@gmail.com Diligence of Young Leaders Drives Chapter Forward Brothers Garrett Bakke '14 and Bobby Hoffman '15 spend their spring break in Columbia, S.C., volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. Here they are outside the Beta house at the University of South Carolina. Zeta Phis host members of the Columbia Boys & Girls Club for our annual pumpkin carving party. This is one of many fun events that help Zeta Phi grow closer to the community.

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