Beta Theta Pi - University of Oklahoma

Fall 2015 Newsletter

Gamma Phi Chapter of Beta Theta Pi at the University of Oklahoma

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Gamma Phi's house dedication and ribbon cutting took place September 19. Thank you to all who attended. It was a great day to celebrate a new chapter for Beta at OU. G a m m a P h i C h a P t e r o f B e t a t h e t a P i , N o r m a N , o k l a h o m a In ThIs Issue: Our House, from the Beginning - 2-3 • Alumni Support Is the Catalyst - 4 BQP WooGliN oN Chautauqua fall 2015 B eta brothers, friends, and guests gathered at 800 Chautauqua to celebrate the dedication and grand opening celebration of the newly remodeled and expanded Beta house on Saturday, September 19. The formal ceremony began with welcomes from Chapter President Aaron Murray '16. The Beta Dragons singing group followed with familiar Beta songs. Then President of the Beta Theta Pi Corporation, Zach Allen '85, spoke, followed by Robert Beall '80, campaign chairman, and Beta General Secretary David Schmidt, South Florida '92. The formal dedication ceremony had about 350 people in attendance. Special guests were Max Weitzenhoffer, representing the OU Board of Regents; Jonathan Brant, Miami '75, director of the Beta Theta Pi Foundation; and Martin Cobb, Eastern Kentucky '96, editor of the Beta Theta Pi magazine. A dedication plaque was installed on the building near the new north doorway. The plaque is inscribed: "In honor of those Brothers who have contributed to present and future generations of the men of Gamma Phi— September 19, 2015." A celebration party was held at the house after the OU vs. Tulsa football game. Approximately 700 guests socialized, ate barbecue provided by Rib Crib, and danced to a live band set up on the new basketball court. The entire weekend was made possible by the donation of more than $10 million by our loyal alumni through the Honoring Our Traditions, Providing for the Future campaign. As our active members enjoy the chapter house, we are very proud of our efforts and appreciative of our alumni who made a financial commitment. $600,000 Challenge Exceeded, but We Aren't Done Yet Since announcing the $600,000 challenge in May, we have raised $614,377. Thank you to all of the brothers who took advantage of this opportunity and donated to the challenge. We are truly impressed and grateful. Although we exceeded our challenge and surpassed our campaign goal of $10 million, we are not done yet. The total cost of the project will be over $10 million after construction, fees, furnishings, fundraising, etc. are taken into account, and we have $500,000 set aside to be used for scholarships. If you are on the fence about contributing or stretching your gift, the campaign is not yet complete—please fill out and return the enclosed pledge card. Campaign Ending December 31 On the heels of a successful 2015 and chapter house dedication, we have made the decision to bring the campaign to a close at the end of this year. If you have not taken the opportunity to give, this should allow time for you to consider a gift. As a reminder, every brother who gives $2,500 or more will be recognized on a prominent donor plaque that will be displayed in the chapter house. Please take this opportunity to give or increase your gift now to be honored in the halls of Gamma Phi for generations to come. Generations of Gamma Phi Brothers Gather at Dedication to Celebrate Completed House $600,000 Matching Gift Challenge Exceeded, $10 Million Reached (Continued on page 4)

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