The July 27, 2006  online issue of  the  U. of Maryland’s   student paper,  [I]The Diamondback[I],  reports that the university has de-recognized the Beta Theta Pi chapter there.   The exact  reasons for the  decision are not given,  although there are allusions to rule violations.  The article  says that Beta HQ supported the university’s decision.   A  re-colonization  may be sought in two years.  See
http://www.diamondbackonline.com/vne.../44c844f482e14
Excerpt: [I]“The fraternity’s national office had also become involved in trying to improve the chapter, but Beta’s National Director for Chapter Services Jud Horras said his office ultimately supported the university’s decision to close the chapter.”[I]