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Kappa
Kappa Gamma House
University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY
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House History
In the first few years of Beta Chi, the chapter faced problems such as housing,
frequent initiations, and campus activities. The question of whether the Chapter
could or could not keep the house was ever-present, because the rent was too
expensive- $15 a month. Because of financial difficulty and faculty pressure,
the house was relinquished the following year and the Chapter moved to Patterson
Hall to hold meetings in a room reserved for their purpose. In 1915, the Kappas
were located at Patterson Hall and meetings were held at 3:30 on Monday afternoons.
In October, the chapter rooms in the hall were prohibited by the dean, and meetings,
initations, and parties were held at homes of various members.
The most marked progress in chapter life was made when the Kappas moved into
a house of their very own at 179 East Maxwell Street. What has Beta Chi contributed
to the National Fraternity? Here, our record is unique. Established in the spring
of 1910, Beta Chi had the honor of having one of its charter members elected
to the Grand Council at the convention of 1912. Mary McEachin Rades served for
eight years, four years as Grand Secretary and four years as Grand Registrar.
The Beta Chi Chapter is now located at 238 East Maxwell
Street.
Last Update 4/13/04
