Christopher Cardenas, Texas ’24

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

Brother Chris studies advertising at The University of Texas at Austin and hails from Houston. He returns to his post on the Board with experience as the Beta Omicron Chapter’s vice president of administration. Chris attended his first General Convention — the 184th — as an intern and returned to Oxford in 2024 for both Wooden Institute and 185th Convention.

Joseph Kosak, Furman ’26

Serving January 2025 to August 2026

Brother Joseph, a spanish and history major student from Charleston, South Carolina, was recently reelected to a second term as vice president of finance for his chapter when he received his appointment as collegiate commissioner. On top of his Beta leadership, he is know stranger to representing his peers in a high office; he has also served as class representative on Furman’s Student Government Association. Joseph attended Wooden Institute in 2023 shortly after being initiated into the Zeta Lambda Chapter.

Phillip Miavelstück, George Mason ’25

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

A native to the D.C. area, Brother Phillip is pursuing a bachelor’s and master’s degree in computer science. In his first year as collegiate commissioner, he’s been a member of the Young Alumni Workgroup, collaborating on initiatives that strengthen the connection between Beta alumni and collegians.

“My experience as a collegiate commissioner has significantly enhanced my Beta journey by expanding my network of brothers across different chapters and regions,” he said. “It has also deepened my involvement within the Fraternity, giving me a greater appreciation for our shared values and goals, while also enabling me to contribute more effectively to Beta’s growth.”

Over the past year, he concurrently  served as the Epsilon Mu chapter president. Phillip’s leadership resume also includes a stint as the vice president of recruitment, along with attendance at two Keystone Conferences, 2023 Wooden Institute and 184th Convention.

Henry Jonas, Appalachian State ’25

Serving January 2025 to August 2026

Brother Henry has dedicated a lot of his college experience to his chapter. A native to Charlotte, North Carolina, he has served his brothers as chapter president, diversity, equity and inclusion chair, and on the Kai committee. Henry was chapter president during the 185th General Convention when the Appalachian State chapter petitioned for charter, which was approved by the delegates to be the Theta Iota Chapter. He also spent this past summer in Oxford as the lead intern for the Leadership and Education department at the Administrative Office, coordinating logistics for the 25th anniversary year of the Wooden Institute.

Jacob Polzin, Minnesota ’25

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

Following his term as chapter president, Jake took the next step in his fraternal leadership journey as a collegiate commissioner. In his first year, he had the opportunity to learn more about and offer perspective on the Cornerstone Insurance Program and capital improvements to GFHC’s property portfolio.

“What I am most passionate about is strategizing how housing plays a role in building community for our chapters and how it supports Beta’s strategic priorities of brotherhood, personal growth and home.”

His leadership resume also includes time as the vice president of finance and vice president of ritual for the Beta Pi Chapter. Jake, an accounting and finance major from Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, has attended five of Beta’s leadership programs as a collegiate brother, including the 2022 Wooden Institute and 184th Convention.

Tyler “T.J.” Hockett, Florida State ’25

Serving January 2025 to August 2026

T.J., a biomedical engineering major from Sarasota, Florida, joins the GFHC with substantial leadership experience. For the Delta Lambda Chapter, he has served as vice president of member development and chairman for the alumni association and diversity, equity and inclusion. His leadership expands campus-wide, as well, elected director of collegiate affairs and the finance chair on Florida State’s Student Government Association. He attended his first General Convention in 2024, working behind the scenes as an intern.

Dr. Eric Buller, Miami ’19

“My journey with Beta started here at Miami, so it’s apropos to be receiving it this year,” Brother Buller said, upon receiving the award at the 185th General Convention.

Eric has been a steadfast advisor at the Alpha Chapter for over a decade. His tenure started as a faculty advisor before transitioning to chapter counselor in 2016. A graduate of West Point, he first advised the chapter as a Friend of Beta. In 2019, the chapter welcomed him as a brother, initiating him into the chapter and penning him as No. 2886 on the official roll.

“What I had learned is that, when fraternity is done right, it’s incredibly powerful, and the research I had done at the time was that Beta does it right.”

His nominators said, “Eric’s extensive leadership development background and experience was instrumental in the successful return of our Alpha Chapter to Miami’s campus as once again one of the top fraternities on Miami’s campus.”

Brother Buller has shown what it means to earn his badge every day. Following his time as director of leadership and education at Beta’s Administrative Office, Eric continued to provide guidance to collegiate brothers across the domain by volunteering to facilitate at Keystone Leadership Conference and, most recently, at the John and Nellie Wooden Institute for Men of Principle.

“Award ceremonies aren’t really about the individual,” Brother Buller went on to say in his remarks. “We appreciate the work that they do, but award ceremonies are more about the organization because the organization has to stand up and recognize its own excellence within itself.”

The NIC to only named seven advisors among over 6,000 fraternity chapters across North America to receive the Advisor of Distinction Award in 2024.

Beta Omicron Chapter at The University of Texas at Austin

The Chapter of Distinction Award recognizes exceptional fraternity collegiate chapters demonstrating excellence in operations, involvement in their campus community and a commitment to a positive fraternity experience. The Texas chapter is one of only seven internationally to receive this award — among the 6,000 recognized by the NIC — and the 10th chapter of Beta Theta Pi to be recognized with an award of Distinction since 2004.

The Beta Omicron Chapter is well-recognized as a community builder. Within the city of Austin, the chapter has a tutoring partnership with Garza Independence High School. In terms of community health advocacy, it collaborated with NMDP (formerly Be The Match), Movember and “Texas 4000” in the fight against cancer. The 119 brothers in the chapter are quite active across campus activities, as well, including IFC, student government and more.

The brothers are highly engaged with the General Fraternity, some 40 have attended Beta’s leadership programs over the last three years including 11 graduates of the 2024 Wooden Institute. The chapter’s commitment to leadership culminated in two brothers named collegiate commissioners over the last two years: Max Gauger ’23, and Chris Cardenas ’24. Not to mention, the chapter received two consecutive Knox and Sisson Awards — and anticipate a third at the 185th General Convention.

The leadership challenge gave presidents new perspective on how to lead their diverse executive boards and chapters. Furthering their insight, Saturday morning provided an in-depth look at the results of the fall’s Beta Brotherhood Assessment – the Fraternity’s annual membership-wide to better understand the collegiate experience and establish baselines for a healthy Beta culture – guided by Dr. Joshua Schutts, chief research officer of Dyad Strategies.

The weekend not only served as a chance to learn new skills and gain resources to be more successful as the top position with the chapter, it allowed presidents to connect with peers and reiterate they don’t “go it alone.” By night two, new bonds formed between brothers resulted in exploring the city together and connecting over shared Beta experiences.

Other touchpoints for the weekend included a history and lore overview led by General Fraternity Archivist Zac Haines, Miami ’05, as well as a risk management discussion and intentional goal-setting. Presidents continued their education at Keystone just weeks later, building on their learned skills.

Alex Houlton, George Mason ’23

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

In his first year with the Board, Brother Alex helped ensure the continuous improvement of the Beta experience by adding his insights to several committees including Membership Status Review, Stakeholder Engagement and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees.

“Beta is fortunate to have so many dedicated collegiate leaders within its ranks. By influencing decisions and fostering leadership, we work to ensure the Fraternity’s dynamic growth, connectivity and sustained access, demonstrating the commitment to each chapter’s prosperity across Beta’s Broad Domain.”

Alex, a native to the Manassas, Virginia, earned a degree in psychology while at George Mason. When first appointed to his role, he served as chapter president, after previously seeing time as vice president of brotherhood. Going on to graduate from the 2022 Wooden Institute, Alex was a member of the George Mason delegation at the 183rd Convention petitioning to recharter as the Epsilon Mu Chapter of Beta Theta Pi.

Nicholas Zingales, Sacred Heart ’24

Serving January 2024 to December 2024

Brother Nick, a psychology student from Easton, Pennsylvania, recently finished his term as IFC president at Sacred Heart, and previously served the Theta Beta Chapter as the vice president of education. This isn’t his first go with organizational leadership as a collegian; he also worked on the Mission and Culture Project with the Sacred Heart Board of Trustees. Nick came to Beta after winning the Men of Principle Scholarship shortly after arriving onto campus.

Christopher Cardenas, Texas ’24

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

Brother Chris studies advertising at The University of Texas at Austin and hails from Houston. He joins newest slate of commissioners after overseeing chapter communication as the Beta Omicron Chapter’s vice president of administration. Chris also attended the 184th Convention, working behind the scenes as an intern.

Christopher “C.J.” Fovozzo, John Carroll ’23

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

Brother C.J. has led efforts to increase engagement with and membership in the Sons of the Dragon Club – the exclusive, collegians-only giving club – during his first year with the Foundation Board. On top of continuing these efforts, he looks forward to working on new strategies increase young alumni involvement in the Fraternity.

“Being a Collegiate Commissioner has changed the way I view our Fraternity and has allowed me to gain numerous connections. Our Fraternity feels stronger and more united when we have insight from brothers of different backgrounds and experiences.”

C.J. graduated from John Carroll with a degree in management and human resources, marketing, leadership development and biology, and is from the greater Cleveland area. His extensive Beta leadership includes chapter president and vice president of education. C.J. has graduated from three Keystone Conferences, Presidents Academy and the 2022 Wooden Institute, and represented the Eta Epsilon Chapter at the 183rd and 184th Conventions.

Phillip Miavelstück, George Mason ’25

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

A native to the D.C. region, Brother Phillip is pursuing a bachelor’s and master’s degree in computer science. While a Collegiate Commissioner, he leads the Epsilon Mu Chapter as its president as well. Phillip’s leadership resume also includes a stint as the vice president of recruitment, along with attendance at two Keystone Conferences, 2023 Wooden Institute and 184th Convention.

Nazar Abbas, Miami ’24

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

Brother Nazar is the lone commissioner serving the General Fraternity House Corporation, and is a political science student from Point Pleasant, West Virginia. For the Alpha Chapter, he served as the vice president of recruitment in 2022 and oversaw 36 new members join the chapter roll. Nazar also attended the 2022 Keystone Conference in Indianapolis and the 184th Convention in Dallas.

Jacob Polzin, Minnesota ’25

Serving January 2024 to August 2025

Jake rolled off his term as Beta Pi Chapter’s president to take the next step in his fraternal leadership journey as a Collegiate Commissioner. He concurrently serves his chapter as the vice president of finance as well. Jake has attended five of Beta’s leadership programs as a collegiate brother, including the 2022 Wooden Institute and 184th Convention.

Nathan Satterfield, Michigan ’23

Nathan has always been the perfect man to turn to when looking for a leader. He humbly led the chapter through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, through the process and implementation of reopening campus to student activities. Among them were of the most important: planning, organizing and executing the Lambda Chapter’s 175th anniversary celebration. Nathan crafted a very meaningful experience for students, alumni, staff and faculty that honored public health guidelines while gathering in person for a very momentous occasion.

Nathan’s ability to lead was realized his freshman year when he received Emerging Leader Award from Michigan’s office of fraternity and sorority life. Nathan served as a member of the Eligibility Requirement Analysis Committee examining the eligibility requirements for first year student participation in recruitment. His tireless work for the interfraternal community at Michigan did not go unnoticed; he was elected as the third-consecutive Beta to serve as Interfraternity Council (IFC) president in 2022.

Also instrumental in shaping the future of the Fraternity, Nathan has served two terms as an Undergraduate Commissioner, representing his collegiate peers alongside members of the General Fraternity House Corporation. He has offered the student perspective on housing strategies, advocating for safe and comfortable chapter facilities for all members. He’s made an impact on younger brothers of the Beta too, facilitating a session of the John and Nellie Wooden Institute for Men of Principle this summer.

Chuck Perry, Truman State ’22

Every student in the community knows Chuck. They know he is a hard worker, wants the best for the Greek community and plays a key role in making things happen. Brother Chuck has worked tirelessly within his chapter, Truman State’s IFC and the entire campus community to ensure the best fraternity experience is available to students, all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA during his entire undergraduate career.

In 2021, he received the campus IFC Emerging Leader Award, and this is proof of why he was deserving. Brother Chuck continued to develop as the leader needed by his chapter; he promoted the Beta experience as the marketing chairman and moulded future brothers of the chapter as vice president of education. His ability to listen to others, create a plan and put it into action served his chapter and community well.

Alex Houlton, George Mason ’23

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

Brother Alex, a psychology major from Manassas, Virginia, currently serves his chapter as president in addition to his term as Undergraduate Commissioner. Before elected to his current role, he served as vice president of brotherhood and went on to graduate from the 2022 Wooden Institute. Alex was a member of the George Mason delegation at the 183rd Convention petitioning to recharter as the Epsilon Mu Chapter of Beta Theta Pi.

Liam Traynor, Lawrence ’23

Serving January 2023 to December 2023

Brother Liam, an economics and jazz trumpet student from greater Minneapolis, recently finished his term as president of the Gamma Pi Chapter at Lawrence and sees his time as Undergraduate Commissioner as the next step in his lasting fraternal leadership. In addition to chapter president, he has served as vice president of brotherhood, vice president of recruitment and vice president of education. Liam is a winter session graduate of the 2020 Wooden Institute for Men of Principle, and has attended two Keystone Leadership Conferences, Chapter Presidents Leadership Academy and the 183rd Convention in Atlanta.

Max Gauger, Texas ’23

Serving January 2023 to December 2023

Brother Max studies civil kinesiology and health, applied movement sciences, professional sales and business development at The University of Texas at Austin and hails from Denver. He joins newest slate of commissioners after overseeing new member education for the Beta Omicron Chapter. Max also attended the 183rd Convention.

Jack Corby, Elon ’22

Serving January 2022 to August 2023

Brother Jack was one of three brothers to be the first Undergraduate Commissioners to serve with the Foundation Board of Directors when the role was expanded in 2022. His first year in the role saw him working directly with two different Foundation committees and give input on legislation brought to the Convention floor. Previously, Jack has been a Foundation ambassador for the Giving Day Challenge and Sons of the Dragon Club.

“Most of the leadership experiences I’ve had beforehand worked on small changes and events,” Jack said, “but the UGC position is truly looking at the long-term impact and overall picture of the Fraternity experience.”

Originally from Alexandria, Virginia, Brother Jack graduated in May 2022 with a bachelor’s in policy studies, and is currently in Bulgaria teaching English as a second language as part of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. While a student at Elon, he served as the executive president of the Student Government Association and earned membership into several honor societies. Jack led his chapter four two years as vice president of finance and vice president of programming.

“I’ve been able to meet Beta brothers I never would have,” Jack said. “I have grown professionally by attending board meetings and listening to the discussions there, and I have kept my Beta Spirit alive and well even after leaving my local chapter.”

Christopher “C.J.” Fovozzo, John Carroll ’23

Serving January 2023 to December 2023

Brother C.J. is pursuing a degree in management and human resources, marketing, leadership development and biology at John Carroll, and is from the greater Cleveland area. His extensive Beta leadership includes chapter president and vice president of education. C.J. has graduated from three Keystone Conferences, CPLA and the 2022 Wooden Institute, and represented the Eta Epsilon Chapter at the 183rd Convention.

Steven (Collin) George, Embry-Riddle ’22

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

Brother Collin, a native to Daytona Beach, Florida, graduated from Embry-Riddle with a degree in aerospace engineering and is currently pursuing a master’s in business administration. He helped establish the new chapter on campus in 2020, and later served as vice president of finance. Collin’s Beta Foundation experience includes being an ambassador for the Sons of the Dragon Club.

Nazar Abbas, Miami ’24

Serving January 2023 to August 2024

Brother Nazar is the lone commissioner serving the General Fraternity House Corporation, and is a political science student from Point Pleasant, West Virginia. For the Alpha Chapter, he served as the vice president of recruitment in 2022 and oversaw 36 new members join the chapter roll. Nazar also attended the 2022 Keystone Conference in Indianapolis.

Nathan Satterfield, Michigan ’23

Serving January 2022 to August 2023

As one of the first collegiate brothers to serve alongside the General Fraternity House Corporation, Brother Nathan offered the student perspective on housing strategies. Through the rest of his term, he plans on continuing to advocate for students to ensure chapter members feel safe and comfortable in their homes.

A senior from Chicago, Brother Nathan is graduating this spring with a degree in business administration and plans on working in equity research at Jefferies Financial Group in New York City. He is a former chapter president of the historic Lambda Chapter, and was the third-consecutive Beta to be named IFC president in 2022. His leadership has not only been highly sought after but also highly recognizable at Michigan, being named 2020-21 FSL Emerging Leader and 2021-22 IFC President of the Year.

“Being an undergraduate commissioner has pushed me to think from greater perspectives and has pushed me to understand the fraternity experience from not only the undergraduate perspective, but from the perspective of Beta alumni, other peer organizations, and the greater public,” Nathan said. “The role has also pushed me to think more broadly about various issues that I never had the chance to tackle during my time in chapter and IFC leadership roles.”