BELIEVE: 170th Anniversary Convention and 42nd School of Fraternity Practices

July 10, 2026 : 4:00pm - July 14, 2026 - 8:00am

The logo for the 170th Anniversary Convention and 38th School of Fraternity Practices, held in San Antonio


Theta Chi is headed to The Lone Star State, and we hope you'll join your brothers for a weekend unlike any other!

We'll visit the oldest saloon in Texas, stroll the River Walk, sample Texas' finest cuisine, experience a rich history—all with your brothers from across North America to celebrate 170 years of brotherhood; not out of obligation, but because they BELIEVE in Theta Chi. 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

NOTE: You must register using your myThetaChi account. Scroll to the bottom of this page for more information regarding registration.

Please contact events@thetachi.org or call the International Headquarters if you need assistance registering for Convention or creating a myThetaChi account.

Convention will begin at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, in San Antonio, with attendees departing on Tuesday, July 14.

Convention will be held at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk.
Why you need to be there:
  • True friendship: reunite with your brothers and make new connections
  • Awards & recognition: celebrate the achievements of our collegiate brothers, hard-working chapters, and accomplished alumni
  • Educational programming: life-changing, skill-building sessions and roundtables for collegians and alumni
  • Fraternity business: help shape the future of our Fraternity
  • Unmistakably San Antonio: Join your Fraternity brothers in San Antonio for world-class hospitality and a breathtaking culture
Who should attend?

  • Collegians: freshmen, sophomores, juniors, seniors—all are welcome from your chapter
  • Alumni: all alumnus brothers should attend; whether you volunteer actively or haven't been connected since graduation, now's your chance to see the truly nationwide reach of our Fraternity
  • Families welcome: San Antonio has plenty to explore beyond Convention and makes a great family summer getaway

Chapters/colonies should note:

Note: EACH Active chapter/colony is required to send two collegiate members to Convention and will receive two (2) complimentary registrations along with one (1) double-occupancy hotel room.

Registration information regarding the complimentary two registrations and one hotel room will be sent to each chapter/colony President in January. Any additional collegians attending from each chapter/colony is responsible for registration and lodging fees.

More on myThetaChi and registration:

What's myThetaChi? myThetaChi is the Fraternity's membership portal where you can access member-exclusive resources, register for events, and update your contact information.

Guide to register:

  • Log into myThetaChi and select Event Registration
  • Register by April 15, 2026, to get your early-bird rate
  • All attendees registered for the entire event will receive access to all event functions, School of Fraternity Practices programming (both the collegiate and alumni tracks for members), one (1) ticket to the formal awards banquet, six (6) meals, and one (1) ticket to an exclusive Theta Chi Closing Celebration at Buckhorn Saloon & Texas Ranger Museum
More about Convention:

The International Convention stands as Theta Chi Fraternity’s most significant assembly of collegiate and alumni members.

While the primary purpose of Convention is to conduct the official business of the Fraternity, it also serves as a meaningful occasion for brothers to reunite, exchange ideas, and celebrate our shared values and accomplishments. The event fosters connections across generations and reinforces the lasting bonds of brotherhood.

Held concurrently with Convention, the School of Fraternity Practices (SFP) provides an intensive educational experience focused on leadership development and chapter operations.

SFP features a robust curriculum of keynote presentations and small-group discussions led by prominent Theta Chi alumni and experienced professionals in higher education and fraternity life. Topics include chapter leadership, recruitment strategy, organizational management, and member development. Participants gain practical knowledge, valuable insights, and renewed motivation to lead with purpose and uphold the ideals of Theta Chi.