The Beta Omicron Chapter is turning 70 this year and our celebration wouldn’t be the same without you and your family!

Join us Friday-Saturday, September 11-12, 2026

Natchitoches, Louisiana

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This Fall, the Beta Omicron Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity will celebrate 70 years since its chartering at Northwestern State University.

A full weekend of activities for alumni, students, and their families is planned in Natchitoches, Louisiana on September 11-12, 2026, centered on reconnecting generations of Pi Kapps and commemorating the chapter’s rich history and accomplishments.

The 63rd chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity history was installed at NSU on September 21, 1956 by a group of 29 students. These members of the local fraternity Phi Kappa Nu, which was founded in 1929, had embarked on a year-long process to affiliate with a national organization, having selected Pi Kappa Phi.

In the seven decades that followed the establishment of the Beta Omicron Chapter, more than 700 initiates have been welcomed into a tight-knit brotherhood that has rewarded its members with lifelong friendship and significantly influenced the successes of alumni. Beta Omicron Chapter alumni include successful CEOs, CFOs, state legislators, mayors, educators and coaches, attorneys, military officers, journalists, political consultants, financial advisors, ministers, Hollywood actors, law enforcement, celebrated chefs, small business owners, and health care professionals spread throughout the world.

The weekend of Friday, September 11 and Saturday, September 12 will feature social gatherings and special ceremonies. The highlight of the 70th anniversary will be a Platinum Jubilee luncheon in the Sylvan Friedman Student Union ballroom on the NSU campus. Guests of honor will include members of the Beta Omicron Founders Generation Group (1956-1962), past chapter Rose Queens, representatives of the National Fraternity, as well as NSU and community dignitaries. Attendees will receive a commemorative challenge coin, a collectible full-color history book, and other mementos.

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ITINERARY DETAILS

Friday, September 11
7:00 PM | Join Pi Kapp alumni and guest for a welcome event and after-hours gathering; Flying Heart Brewing & Pub, 108 Mill St, Natchitoches, LA

Saturday, September 12
9:00 AM | Light breakfast/coffee for members, alumni, families, & guests; Chapter House
10:00 AM | Tours of Beta Omicron Chapter House; 416 S. Jefferson Street
Natchitoches, LA.
12:00 PM | Beta Omicron Chapter Platinum Jubilee Luncheon; Sylvan Friedman Student Union ballroom, NSU campus
7:00 PM | Join Pi Kapp alumni and guest for an after-hours gathering. Location to be updated shortly.

Sunday, September 13
10:30 AM | Sunday services at Trinity Episcopal Church; alumni, students, and their families are invited to attend services together at the site of the 1956 and 2000 chartering initiation rituals; 533 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA

COST
A $50 registration fee (per person) includes lunch reservations & meal at our Platinum Jubilee Banquet, full-color photo book, and commemorative challenge coin. Alumni are also invited to sponsor the registration/meal cost for student attendees. Click here to purchase event tickets. 

PI KAPP GEAR
Beta Omicron 70th Anniversary gear is available for purchase through Posey’s Sports Center. The online shop is active through Sunday, August 16 to ensure delivery/pickup at the 70th anniversary reunion in September. Click here to order the official t-shirt and polos.

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GETTING HERE

Major airlines fly into Alexandria International Airport and Shreveport Regional Airport. Ground transportation can be arranged through either airport. Natchitoches Regional Airport also accommodates small planes and private jets. Rental cars at Natchitoches Regional are available through Enterprise and Hertz, as well as two courtesy cars which may be available.

For overnight accommodations, Natchitoches is home to numerous hotels, dozens of bed and breakfasts, and RV parks. While no major sporting events, campus activities, or community events are scheduled for the weekend of our 70th, please reserve your room early.

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GET INVOLVED

The Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter is currently planning activities for the celebration. Those interested in serving on the 70th anniversary committee should contact Alumni President Wes Breeden by emailing alumni@pikappNSU.org.

If you have moved recently or have a new phone number or email address, please make sure your contact information is current. Update your contact information here.

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EXPLORE OUR HISTORY

Throughout the year, pikappNSU.org and our social media accounts will feature nostalgic pictures, videos, and other historic artifacts. Click the links below for special reflections on our storied legacy:

• Beta Omicron Chapter history
• Beta Omicron Chapter archon listing
• Beta Omicron Chapter rose queen listing
• Beta Omicron Chapter advisor listing
• Beta Omicron Chapter military veteran ‘Wall of Honor’
• Beta Omicron Chapter Pi Alphas (Ability Experience national team members) listing
• Beta Omicron Chapter newsletters
• Founders Flashback video series
• Beta Omicron Chapter rush videos
• Beta Omicron chapter photo galleries (organized by year & decade)
• Beta Omicron Chapter interactive alumni map

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SEVENTY FOR 70

Also as part of the anniversary, the Alumni Chapter is organizing a membership drive to help ensure the student chapter’s success into the next momentous era at NSU. The ’70 for 70′ campaign looks to achieve at least 70 alumni who are actively involved in the Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter. It is already 75% to that goal. Those interested in making an immediate impact and leaving a lasting legacy can learn more here.

We would like to recognize the current members of the Beta Omicron Alumni Chapter who are supporters of this Seventy for 70 campaign:

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