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Zeta Beta Xi · SUNY Geneseo · Est. 1993

Brotherhood & Legacy


A local fraternity built on life-lasting friendships, principled leadership, and service — with brothers on every corner of the globe.

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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.

1993Founded at Geneseo
250+Alumni worldwide
LocalSelf-governed

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 Badges


Awarded by SUNY Geneseo for our conduct and contribution across four pillars of Greek life.

CommunityGreek Community Badge
ServiceService Badge
LeadershipLeadership Excellence
ResponsibilityResponsibility Badge

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


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Once a Brother, Always a Brother

Alumni & Giving Back


Our brotherhood spans 250+ alumni across the globe — on nearly every continent. 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
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On Campus & Beyond

Events & Philanthropy


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Zeta Beta Xi · SUNY Geneseo · Geneseo, New York