A Stable Future for Beta Mu

Beta Theta Pi Announces $2 Million Capital Campaign

When you think of Beta Mu, what do you think of first? The brothers in your class, Homecoming tailgates, the date party where you met your future wife? Looking back on our own experiences in the Chapter, the countless memories and forged friendships remind us of the truly unforgettable experience we shared together. We will never forget our college years together or the center of our brotherhood: our Chapter House at 150 Littleton Street.

 For more than 120 years, Beta Theta Pi has helped grow thousands of Purdue men into leaders in their fields and communities. Many of those alumni united over a decade ago to transform our home, preparing a new generation to join Beta Mu’s success story. In the years since, our Chapter has proven to be a pillar of Purdue’s thriving fraternity experience, helping men find community and lifelong networks.

We stand today at another turning point: Beta Mu leaders have created a plan to address the long-term financial stability of our Chapter. This effort is about much more than home maintenance; it’s about creating the structure and foundation to prevent future brothers from dealing with the same challenges we had to address.

To begin this new era for Beta, we are excited to announce the Continue the Dominance capital campaign. This project will invest in our Chapter’s future through three phases.

A modest investment today prevents another massive capital campaign tomorrow. None of this is about luxury or excess growth; it’s about stewardship—investing in the next generation just like those before us did.

The Beta Mu House Association is ready to take on this vital project, but we cannot do it without you. Early commitments from 37 alumni have already raised $1,531,464. This is an impressive start, and now we need your assistance to reach or exceed our campaign goal of $2 million. In the coming weeks, you will receive additional information detailing the project, the campaign, and ways in which you can help.

This is a time to reflect on your Beta experience. Remember the impact this brotherhood made on you and imagine how this Chapter will affect future brothers. Beta Mu has given each of us an irreplaceable experience; it is our duty to honor our membership and invest in the future of Beta Theta Pi at Purdue. 

Yours in _kai_,
Tom Hoover ’82
Beta Mu House Corporation President
thoover6060@gmail.com

To read more about our announcement, please read our recent Beta Mu Link. 

To read more about our capital campaign and the project, please read our brochure. 

10:00 AM: Arrive at the House  

• Hot coffee, juice, waters
• Bagels, muffins, fruit, etc.
• House Tours 
• Plenty of parking will be available at the House
  (We will be using the Gemini and Marwood parking lots if needed.)

10:30 AM: Networking Event in the Big Room  

• Led by John Laurie

11:30 AM: Closing Remarks 

12:00 PM: Depart for Golf Course