85th General Convention

Overview

June 19 – 22, 2025, at The Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, Georgia

Home is Where Your Brothers Are—See You in Atlanta!

Every few years, Phis from across the globe come together to celebrate what it truly means to be part of this brotherhood. The General Convention is more than just an event—it’s a homecoming for all Phis, open to families and friends, and designed to celebrate our shared brotherhood. It’s a time to reunite, share stories, and reconnect with brothers who have made lasting memories over the years.

This is your chance to return to the heart of Phi Delta Theta, to immerse yourself in our brotherhood, and to create new memories that will last a lifetime. No matter where life has taken you, General Convention is a place to rekindle your connection to the Fraternity and celebrate.

Join us for this unforgettable celebration of brotherhood, travel, and camaraderie. We can’t wait to welcome you—and your family—home!

Schedule

The General Convention begins on Thursday, June 19, 2025, with the Opening Session and concludes on Sunday, June 22, 2025.

Outside of official business, there are numerous opportunities for networking and socializing. Dinner, golf outings, local excursions, 5K races, and more promise to make each Convention an exciting experience for all Phis and their families. See what Atlanta has to offer!

A detailed schedule will be available in 2025. View the schedule of our 2023 Convention to get an idea of what to expect.

About Convention

Every two years, Phis from around the world come together in the true spirit of The Bond for the Biennial General Convention. This unique gathering offers Phis of all ages the chance to connect, share, and take part in shaping the future of the Fraternity. It’s a celebration of brotherhood and a forum for the most important decisions that guide Phi Delta Theta forward.

At the General Convention, three key responsibilities and powers are exercised:

1. Electing the General Council – Determining the leadership that will guide the Fraternity.
2. Consideration of Judicial Matters – Reviewing cases and ensuring adherence to the highest standards.
3. Enacting Laws for the Regulation of the Fraternity – Only the General Convention can amend the Ritual, Constitution, and General Statutes of the Fraternity.

One of the more important decisions a chapter makes is the selection of its delegate to the General Convention because all formal action taken at the General Convention is the result of democratic voting, and it is typical for chapter delegates to constitute 65 to 75 percent of the total vote. Those with voting privileges at the Convention include:

• Undergraduate chapter delegates
• Members of the General Council
• Past Presidents of the General Council
• Province Presidents
• Survey Commissioners
• The Executive Vice President
• Other commissioners that the General Council may appoint
• Alumni club delegates

This is your chance to be part of Phi Delta Theta’s future—where bonds are strengthened, and history is made. Join us for the next General Convention and experience the power of our brotherhood in action.

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Registration Types

Delegate or Visitor

Phi Delta Theta Conventions are widely attended by Phi Delts of all ages. Approximately half of all attendees are voting delegates, both alumni and undergraduate. However, many other attendees are chapter advisory board members, visiting alumni and undergraduates, non-Phis, spouses, children, or guests. Your role at the Convention, as well as your registration fee and schedule of activities, will vary depending on your registration classification.

Voting Delegates

Below are three classifications of Phis who have voting privileges on the convention floor. They will vote on important legislative business, as well as the election of the General Council. If you are a voting delegate, you will be expected to attend all business sessions and answer roll call at these sessions. You will have voting privileges if you are one of the following:

Undergraduate Chapter Delegate

(One voting delegate per chapter)

• A chapter delegate will receive an allowance check toward his room and travel expenses at the Convention.
• An undergraduate chapter delegate will receive the two luncheons and one Grand Banquet meal free at registration.
• He does not pay the registration fee for his convention meal events.

General Officer

(General Council member, Past President General Council, province president, commissioner, Trustee)

• A general officer receives an allowance toward his room and travel expenses at the convention.
• A general officer will receive the two luncheons and one Grand Banquet meal free.
• He does not pay the registration fee for his convention meal events.

Alumni Club Delegate

(One voting delegate per alumni club)

Alumni clubs must be certified prior to the Convention to become eligible for a vote.

• No expenses are covered by the Fraternity for an alumni club delegate to the Convention.
• He must pay the registration fee to attend convention meal events.
• It is suggested that his respective club sponsor his attendance as he is voting on their behalf.

Non-Voting Attendees

Chapter Advisory Board Representatives:

Chapter Advisory Board (CAB) members are encouraged to attend the convention. They do not have voting privileges, however:

• One CAB representative per chapter will receive a room allowance check from the Fraternity for one-half of a double room for three nights when he registers for the Convention.
• Additional members of the chapter advisory board for the same chapter may attend at their own expense.
• One CAB representative will receive the two luncheons and one Grand Banquet meal free.
• This same CAB representative does not pay the registration fee for his convention meal events. He must simply provide his own travel expenses.
• Additional members of the chapter advisory board for the same chapter may attend at their own expense.

Visiting Undergraduates and Alumni:

Any number of additional undergraduate chapter members are welcome to attend the Convention. This includes the business sessions. They are responsible for their own expenses and registration/meal fees and are considered visitors. Visiting Phi Delta Theta alumni are welcome to attend all convention business sessions or meal events at their own expense.

Families & Non-Phi Guests:

Alumni and officers of the Fraternity are often accompanied by their spouses and/or children to the General Convention. You can easily register your family members or guests along with your convention registration in myPhiDelt.

The Opening Session, as well as the Memorial Ceremony, are open to our non-Phi guests. Individual convention meal events or full registration may be purchased for family members/guests. No registration fee for meal events will be charged for children under twelve years of age.