EST. 1993
Zeta Beta Xi · SUNY Geneseo · Est. 1993
Brotherhood & Legacy
A local fraternity built on lifelong friendships, principled leadership, and service — 320+ brothers strong since 1993.
Our Story
Independent since 1993.
Zeta Beta Xi was founded in the fall of 1993 at SUNY Geneseo. What began under the banner of a national organization became something rarer: our Founding Fathers chose their own path and broke away to build a tight-knit, self-governed local fraternity — answerable only to its brothers and its principles.
More than thirty years later, that independence still defines us. We aren't a chapter of someone else's rulebook; we are a brotherhood that writes its own. From Geneseo to careers and families across the world, the bonds formed here don't end at graduation — they compound.
The break that made us
Our earliest members were once tied to a national fraternity. They wanted deeper roots and real self-determination — so they left, and founded Zeta Beta Xi as an independent local. That decision is our founding legend and our compass.
Lifelong Brotherhood
We bring individuals together to form friendships that outlast college — a network you carry for life.
Leadership & Growth
Brothers sharpen their leadership and communication through real responsibility, on campus and beyond.
Service & Community
We commit to philanthropy that benefits our members, our campus, and the Geneseo community.
Recognized Excellence
2024–25 Greek Excellence Awards
Awarded by SUNY Geneseo for our conduct and contribution across the pillars of Greek life.
The Brothers
Meet Zeta Beta Xi
From ten Founding Fathers in 1993 to today's undergraduates — explore the full brotherhood.
Our Lineage
The Family Tree
Every brother since 1993 — big to little, across all ten founding lines. Explore the interactive tree: drag, zoom, search, and open any brother's card.
Members
Are You a Brother?
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Once a Brother, Always a Brother
Alumni & Giving Back
Our brotherhood spans 290+ alumni — across the country and beyond. Zeta Beta Xi doesn't end at commencement; it grows into a lifelong network of mentors, friends, and family.
Stay connected, come back for reunions, mentor an active brother, or help fund the scholarships, events, and service that keep ΖΒΞ strong for the next generation. Every gift — of time or treasure — carries the legacy forward.
Ways to give back
- ◈ Annual brotherhood fund
- ◈ Scholarship & academic support
- ◈ Sponsor a philanthropy event
- ◈ Mentor an active brother
- ◈ Update your alumni contact info
The chapter's fund is run by the Alumni President, and it goes back into the active brothers, the reunions, and keeping this site running.
See how to give → Brothers only — you'll be asked to sign in.On Campus & Beyond
Events & Philanthropy
Reunions, philanthropy, rush, homecoming and chapter meetings — the brotherhood's schedule, with RSVPs, in one place.
Moments
Brothers Gallery
A private photo feed shared by the brotherhood — likes, comments and all.
Reach Out
Get in Touch
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Zeta Beta Xi · SUNY Geneseo · Geneseo, New York