House and Grounds: The Willie Alexander room was repainted in February and the same contractor recently painted the living room, foyer, stairwell, some exterior trim, and powerwashed the concrete patio, sidewalks and amphitheater. Much of the landscaping was overgrown so a local landscaper was brought in to prune everything. The two biggest changes were […]
Hello brothers! I hope this Xi-Lights finds you all in good health. I am happy to report that all 20 new pledges of Theta Chi have become brothers. They have learned the purpose of our fraternity, and there is no doubt in my mind that these new members will embody the “assisting hand” motto that […]
Prior to Xi Chapter’s present house at 600 Preston Place, the fraternity occupied a number of different houses or rooms leased from the University and private landlords. In 1941, Xi Chapter moved into the first house that it owned. Located at 1810 Carr’s Hill Road, the house was subject to a 99-year ground lease with […]
I hope all of you are doing well, and that the sting of the ‘Hoos opening-round tournament loss is wearing off. Since our last Xi-Lights during the holidays, the undergraduate chapter has completed yet another successful rush, resulting in 20 accepted bids from the next generation of Xi-men. The undergraduate chapter is thriving – see […]
Following are words expressed by Grady Lewis (‘65) at Mary’s “Home Going” funeral on March 31: “Mary and I first met in 1985 at a dinner in the dome room of the rotunda. That’s right, the dome room of the University of Virginia Rotunda. The room was full. A former rector (Hovey Dabney) of the University was […]
Spring Rush 2018 for Theta Chi was a massive success, leading to 20 new members being added to the fraternity. Brotherhood attendance was extremely high for our events. Rush started off with more open, relaxed events such as cookouts and basketball watch parties. In later rounds, we ventured to Top Golf in Northern Virginia, went […]
In the last Xi-Lights, we provided an update on two upcoming projects: replacing four windows and repainting most of the main floor. We’re still working on the windows and trying to find a budget friendly option that meets historic district standards. The Willie Alexander Room was professionally painted in March. The painter did terrific work […]
Homecomings October 12 – 14, 2018 50 Years at Preston Place Celebration To commemorate our 50 years at Preston Place in 2018, we’ve put together an expanded agenda for the weekend of October 12 – 14. Use the links below to RSVP to events, purchase tickets, and book hotel rooms. See ‘Hoos Coming. Friday, October […]
Reunions Weekend at Theta Chi June 2 and 9, 2018 Please join us at Theta Chi, where we’ll open the house on Reunions Weekend to celebrate our returning classes. Join us to enjoy good food, cold drinks, and some laughs with fellow alumni. No charge, and please bring friends and family. We look forward to seeing […]
Xi Lights Holiday 2017 CONTENTS Holiday Message and Update – Mark Chinn Treasurer’s Report – Patrick Higgins House and Grounds Subcommittee Report – Chris Winter Annual Fund Report – Mark Chinn President’s Corner – Austin Simpson, Xi Chapter President Alumni Corporation Board Contact Information HOLIDAY MESSAGE AND UPDATE Greetings and Happy Thanksgiving! It was […]
Xi Lights Fall 2017 October 21, 2017 Boston College vs. Virginia Time: 12:30 p.m. The University’s Homecomings football game is on October 21. We expect to start the tailgate event three hours before kick-off. We have reserved football game tickets through the University of Virginia Alumni Association. Please use this link to register for the tailgate […]
Out of respect for the family’s wishes we have suspended collection of donations to Otto’s memorial fund. We will update you once we get direction regarding the family’s wishes The Board of the Theta Chi Alumni Corporation and Carter Levinson (Class of 2017 and President of the Chapter in 2016) have been communicating […]
Otto Warmbier As most of you know Otto Warmbier was a brother of the Xi Chapter of Theta Chi in the Class of 2017. A number of alumni have asked what they might do to help. The Warmbiers have indicated that they do not want or need any financial assistance. We have received […]
XI LIGHTS SPRING 2017 In April 2017, our Chapter welcomed 16 new members. The Chapter President, Austin Simpson (18) provides details in an article below. Other contributors to this edition are Will Teass (97) and his House Committee, Mark Chinn (91) and his Annual Fund Committee, Patrick Higgins (10) our Treasurer and a special interest […]