The Phi Beta Kappa Society has voted to establish four new chapters. The decision was made October 2 at the Society’s 42nd Triennial Council in Austin, Tex.
The new chapters are at the following institutions: Butler University, Indianapolis, Ind.; The College of Saint Benedict – Saint John’s University, St. Joseph, Minn.; Elon University, Elon, N.C.; and James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Va.
The addition of four new chapters will bring the total number of chapters to 280 nationwide.
John Churchill, secretary and chief executive officer of the Society, said, “Phi Beta Kappa exists to honor students and to advocate for the liberal arts and sciences both on campus and in the broader world.
“With the establishment of these chapters, we acknowledge the accomplishments of these institutions in the field of liberal education, and we look forward to a lively partnership in advancing that cause.”
The founding members of each new chapter will organize the official chapter installation and first initiation ceremonies for new members at their institutions in the coming months.
Representatives from Phi Beta Kappa's new chapters following the announcement of election results on
October 2 at the 42nd Triennial Council in Austin, Tex.
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