“Exactly Where I Wanted to Be…” Bill Schmidt ’66 looks back at five decades of Friends from the Heart, Forever
Picture it. It’s fall 1962 at UNC. It’s Rush Week, and new students wake up to find invitations slid under their dorm room doors from SAE, Phi Delt, KA… But one freshman has another fraternity in mind. It’s clear from the first moment Bill Schmidt ’66 steps through the door that DKE is the place for him. Click “Read More” to read all about Bill’s amazing Beta DKE story, and how he helped save our home.
Notable Alumni
There is a long list of famous DKEs, and that’s not surprising. After all, DKE is a place where we learned leadership and character, and that attracted men of character. Here at Beta, we have our very own celebrity Alumni. Click “Read More” to learn about the many accomplishments of Distinguished UNC Alumni.
Delta Kappa Epsilon at UNC Through the Decades!
We are all part of Beta, but our time in the house was heavily influenced by the culture and music of our era, making our experiences uniquely our own! Click “Read More” to see videos, music and more from your decade at UNC. Find your decade and take a walk down memory lane!
Interactive Alumni Map: Connect with Beta Chapter Brothers In YOUR Area!
You can see which Beta alums live in your neck of the woods with our new interactive alumni locator map! Click “Read More” to see how you can use this great new tool today.
Alumni Updates
Thanks to the brothers who responded to our recent alumni email survey! If you’d like to submit an update of your own for publication in an upcoming e-letter or a future edition of our alumni newsletter, email us your updates and photos at [email protected]. Click “Read More” to read your brothers’ updates!
Introducing New Beta DKE UNC Mentoring Platform
Brothers: We often hear from our Alumni Brothers that they’re looking for more ways to engage and connect with the Chapter, beyond just contributing to the Annual Fund. That’s why we’re excited to announce the launch of Ask a Beta DKE Brother, a simple yet powerful platform that makes it easy to ask for and give help within the Brotherhood. Click “Read More” to learn how to participate, including where to fill out our Alumni Data Form.
The Vital Stats of Beta DKE
A healthy Fraternity is a living thing. It requires maintenance, care, and supervision. You are a member and an owner! To perpetuate our chapter and keep it strong, we as volunteers keep a close eye on the “beating heart” of our chapter, the Brothers and key statistics. Click “HERE” to see our flash report on Beta’s Vital Stats.
Delta Kappa Epsilon National’s Statement on Racial Justice
“Our Fraternity abhors racism and violence and condemns all the ugly forms of prejudice and hatred – wherever and whenever they occur. DKE’s Objects, our code of conduct set forth in our Constitution, asks members to strive to be useful citizens; to tolerate and respect the rights and views of all people; and to act with dignity and morality in all circumstances.” As the nation continues to be rocked by protests, Delta Kappa Epsilon National has released a statement expressing continued support for equality and justice. Click “Read More” to learn how you can take action today.
Remembering Traditions
Current Tar Heels may miss out on many of the things we loved about our UNC experience. But in the midst of these unfortunate cancellations, we suggest looking back on better days. In remembering our traditions, we reassure ourselves that someday they will return, for us and future generations of Tar Heels to enjoy.
Help us Find Missing Brothers
As UNC continues to issue announcements about fall semester in the face of COVID-19, we need our Alumni to remain informed and involved. You can help our Brotherhood stay strong and connected by providing missing contact information for members of Beta. Click “Read More” to see if a Brother you know is on our lost list.
