The Delta Eta Chapter prides itself on it's accomplishments. Over our long history we have won many awards, most being in the last several years. Descriptions of our awards can be found below.
Awards in 2019
| Knox Award | Sisson Award |
| Virgina Tech Award | Charles Henry Hardin Leadership Award |
Award Descriptions and Years Awarded
Knox Award
Awarded: 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2010
Criteria:
Achieve a minimum chapter GPA at or above the All-Campus Average (ACA). Work with an advisory team consisting of the five core advisors: chapter counselor, recruitment advisor, pledge education advisor, risk management advisor and financial advisor. Maintain a chapter size at or above the average chapter size for all fraternities on campus. For chapters where the campus does not report the average chapter size for fraternities, the Beta chapter must have at least 40 members. In addition, chapter must utilize the Men of Principle Grant Program in its entirety, including apply for, receiving, and disbursing the grant in the academic year immediately prior to Convention. Complete PPEA Certification by the deadlines established by the Board of Trustees (September 1 for fall; December 15 for spring, or 2 weeks before bid day / induction). Certifications are reported by the district chief. Maintain a three-year initiation rate of 90% or higher. At least 90% of members participate in the Beta Brotherhood Assessment. Chapter presidents will receive ongoing participation reports while the assessment is open in October. Send 10 attendees to the core leadership events annually (one CPLA attendee, one Convention Delegate, eight Keystone attendees) and send 6 attendees to other leadership development experiences (Leadership College, Wooden Institute or UIFI). Compliant with Chapter Accounting Standards and no financial suspension for a 90-day balance with the General Fraternity during previous academic year. Have good standing status with both the host campus and the General Fraternity during the entire academic year prior to the award application process and submit competitive applications for at least one award in each of these four categories:
Service: John Holt Duncan Service Award or Campus Involvement Award
Alumni: Outstanding Alumni Relations Award or Stephenson Historical Preservation Award
Communications: North Dakota Communication Award
Singing: Whitman Choral Cup, Best New Song or Shelby Molter Song Competition Award
Sission Award
Awarded: 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2003
Criteria:
Achieve a minimum chapter GPA at or above the campus All-Men’s Average (AMA). For campuses that do not provide an All-Men’s Average, chapter must be at or above a 2.8 GPA, as required by the Code of Beta Theta Pi. Work with an advisory team consisting of the five core advisors: chapter counselor, recruitment advisor, pledge education advisor, risk management advisor and financial advisor. Maintain a chapter size at or above the average chapter size for all fraternities on campus. For chapters where the campus does not report the average chapter size for fraternities, the Beta chapter must have at least 40 members. Complete PPEA Certification by the deadlines established by the Board of Trustees (September 1 for fall; December 15 for spring, or 2 weeks before bid day / induction). Certifications are reported by the district chief. Maintain a three-year initiation rate of 85% or higher. At least 85% of members participate in the Beta Brotherhood Assessment. Chapter presidents will receive ongoing participation reports while the assessment is open in October. Send 10 attendees to the core leadership events annually (one CPLA attendee, one Convention Delegate, eight Keystone attendees) and send 3 attendees to other leadership development experiences (Leadership College, Wooden Institute or UIFI). Compliant with Chapter Accounting Standards and no financial suspension for a 90-day balance with the General Fraternity during previous academic year. Have good standing status with both the host campus and the General Fraternity during one semester or two quarters prior to the award application process and submit competitive applications for at least one award in two different categories:
Service: John Holt Duncan Service Award or Campus Involvement Award
Alumni: Outstanding Alumni Relations Award or Stephenson Historical Preservation Award
Communications: North Dakota Communication Award
Singing: Whitman Choral Cup, Best New Song or Shelby Molter Song Competition Award
Virginia Tech Award for Excellence in Academics
Awarded: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2009, 1999
Criteria:
The Virginia Tech Award recognizes scholastic achievement by honoring one chapter within 10 specified regions that had the highest differential between the chapter average GPA and the all campus average GPA. An award is also presented to the chapter with the most improved GPA in the last year, as well as an award for the highest GPA across all Beta chapters.
Charles Henry Hardin Leadership Award
Awarded: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2009, 2008
Criteria:
This award is given to chapters that exemplify outstanding participation in Beta-provided and sponsored leadership experiences, honoring the leadership displayed by Founder Charles Henry Hardin. The award is given to chapters that have:
The highest percentage of members who attend leadership programs
Highest total number of members who attend leadership programs
Whitman Choral Cup
Awarded: 2013, 2012
Criteria:
Beta Theta Pi has been a singing fraternity almost from its birth and has emphasized the idea contained in the words, “a singing chapter is a good chapter.” Because of this deep-seated feeling, members are encouraged to perform on campus and within the community. The Whitman Chapter has a historical reputation for its choral abilities, so this award is named in its honor. It is presented to the best recorded performance by a chapter. Chapters typically perform a traditional Beta song.
Campus Involvement Award
Awarded: 2015, 2013
Criteria:
Betas are expected to be leaders in their chapters, on campus, and in the greater community. The Campus Involvement Award is given annually to chapters with outstanding and sustained involvement in campus organizations and student leadership positions.
Outstanding Alumni Relations Program Award
Awarded: 2013
Criteria:
Membership in Beta Theta Pi is for a lifetime. Our members and chapters deserve – and need – the network of support provided through their Fraternity experience and the lifelong friendships made through Beta. The Outstanding Alumni Relations Program Award recognizes chapters and alumni relations committees that work diligently to keep their alumni connected to Beta Theta Pi and to each other.
Excellence in Risk Management Award
Awarded: 2010, 2009
Criteria:
This award recognizes chapters with outstanding risk management programs that best reflect the mission, vision and values of Beta Theta Pi.
Outstanding Recruitment Program Award
Awarded: 2010
Criteria:
This award recognizes chapters and colonies with recruitment programs that reflect the mission, vision and values of Beta Theta Pi and incorporate recruitment best practices.
Outstanding New Member Education Program Award
Awarded: 2010
Criteria:
This award recognizes chapters that plan and implement an outstanding new member program that reflects the mission, vision, and values of Beta Theta Pi.