The Sigma Chi building company is completing negotiations to lease the Kappa Sigma fraternity house at 1423 E. First St. for temporary housing for the Beta Phi Chapter. Occupancy will begin about July 15.
This will allow the award-winning chapter to continue to grow and excel and have a location for fraternity activities that does not rely on university facilities. The house sleeps 40 and has a resident adviser unit. It comes with a full kitchen and dining room, which will be used. It also has a living room, chapter room, and storage and utility rooms.
It is a two- and three-story structure, with a sprinkler system for fire protection. It has multiple outdoor areas, including a half basketball court. It is considered one of the two nicest fraternity house on campus.
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In addition, the Beta Phi Chapter has won the UA Dean’s Award at the annual Greek Awards Banquet. It is the second highest award given to a fraternity annually.
