West Virginia Universitys Beta Psi Chapter of Beta Theta Pi received the prestigious Sisson Award at the fraternitys national convention held recently in Atlanta, Ga.

The award annually recognizes outstanding contributions to the University, fraternity and community. Recipients excel in areas of scholarship, philanthropy, alumni affairs and public relations.

This is the Beta Psi Chapters second consecutive Sisson and the third in its 104-year history. The group also captured the Joseph C. Gluck award for most outstanding fraternity at WVU for the past three years.

Im proud of our achievements on campus,said President Justin Williams.This fraternity is an extraordinary group that understands whats going on and what needs to be done not only in school, but also in the community.

WVU s chapter, founded in 1900, has been involved in many activities on and around campus that help benefit the community. The 45 members of the fraternity have the highest grade point average of all the fraternities on campus, according to Williams, and they are hold executive positions in other student organizations.

I could not be more proud of a group of Beta brothers,said Faculty Adviser Bob Kent.They work hard, play by the rules and are a true asset to the University. I challenge the brothers each year as they set their goals to compete with themselves and to continue to raise the bar.

For more information about Greek life at WVU , contact Ron Justice, assistant dean of students, at 304-293-4605.