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Beta Thea Pi. Alpha Zeta Chapter (University of Denver)

 Organization

Biography

The first fraternity founded at the University of Denver in 1889. he influence of Beta on DUs campus is enormous - over 1800 people have proudly worn the letters throughout the years, and our history is deeply intertwined with the University's. In fact, many streets near DU (Iliff, Warren, and Wesley, for example) are named after Betas and their families.

Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:

Beta Theta Pi (Alpha Zeta Chapter) Records

 Collection
Identifier: U375
Abstract

Contains records from the University of Denver chapter of North American social fraternity Beta Theta Pi (ΒΘΠ), known generally as Beta. Collection contains correspondence, event materials, a history document, house lease documentation, notes, press and publications.

Dates: 1912 - 2007

Box 1: Beta Theta Pi Records, 1974 - 1990

 File — Box U375.0001: Series U375.02; Series U375.01; Series U375.03; Series U375.04; Series U375.05 [Barcode: U186023304724]
Identifier: U375.02.0001
Abstract

In this series, box contains one folder of correspondence, mostly to and from alumni advisor Robert (Bob) C. Shattuck.

Dates: 1974 - 1990

Box 1: Beta Theta Pi Records, 1929 - 1993

 File — Box U375.0001: Series U375.02; Series U375.01; Series U375.03; Series U375.04; Series U375.05 [Barcode: U186023304724]
Identifier: U375.01.0001
Abstract

In this series, box contains one folder of leases for the Beta Theta Pi fraternity residence.

Dates: 1929 - 1993

Box 1: Beta Theta Pi Records, 1912 - 1988

 File — Box U375.0001: Series U375.02; Series U375.01; Series U375.03; Series U375.04; Series U375.05 [Barcode: U186023304724]
Identifier: U375.03.0001
Abstract

In this series, box contains a folder of press clippings about chapter from various sources.

Dates: 1912 - 1988

Box 1: Beta Theta Pi Records, 2004 - 2007

 File — Box U375.0001: Series U375.02; Series U375.01; Series U375.03; Series U375.04; Series U375.05 [Barcode: U186023304724]
Identifier: U375.04.0001
Abstract

In this series, box contains one folder of recent event flyers, including for the 2004 Inaugural Hall of Fame Induction.

Dates: 2004 - 2007

Box 1: Beta Theta Pi Records, 1973 - 2006

 File — Box U375.0001: Series U375.02; Series U375.01; Series U375.03; Series U375.04; Series U375.05 [Barcode: U186023304724]
Identifier: U375.05.0001
Abstract

In this series, box contains one folder of various Beta Theta Pi publications including a rush pamphlet for 1987, a 1973 issue of the national Beta Theta Pi magazine commemorating the fraternity's 100th anniversary, and one 2006 issue of the "The Dragon's Tale" newsletter for the DU chapter of Beta Theta Pi. Also includes another folder with an undated document summarizing the chapter's history and an undated chapter photograph.

Dates: 1973 - 2006

The Denver Clarion, vol. 36, issue 18, 1959 November 17

 Item
Identifier: clarion_v036i18_19591117
Abstract

University Hikes Tuition, Housing Fees; Rates to Be Effective Next Fall Quarter – First Increase in Four Years Necessary to Raise Salaries, Meet Higher Operating Cost. Phi Kappa Sigma Takes 1959 Over-all Trophy; Gamma Phi and Beta Win Runners-up Titles.

Dates: 1959 November 17

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College students 6
Fraternal organizations 6
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