About BYX

We exist to equip and empower college Christian men to live faithfully and lead courageously.

“I never imagined this is what a fraternity would be like.”

Welcome to Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX). We’re a national fraternity of men who believe there’s a more meaningful way to enjoy college and fulfill God’s purpose for our lives. We exist to equip and empower college Christian men to live faithfully and lead courageously.

Lasting far beyond our college years, BYX (pronounced “Bucs”) is a lifelong community that provides spiritual growth, social connections and selfless leadership through life-changing experiences and a lot of fun.

From student government and homecoming court to academic honor societies, you’ll find BYX members involved and making an impact on campus. You’ll also find BYX alumni leading Fortune 500 companies, successful start-ups and nonprofits nationwide.

“I never imagined this is what a fraternity would be like.”

Welcome to Beta Upsilon Chi (BYX). We’re a national fraternity of men who believe there’s a more meaningful way to enjoy college and fulfill God’s purpose for our lives. We exist to equip and empower college Christian men to live faithfully and lead courageously.

Lasting far beyond our college years, BYX (pronounced “Bucs”) is a lifelong community that provides spiritual growth, social connections and selfless leadership through life-changing experiences and a lot of fun.

From student government and homecoming court to academic honor societies, you’ll find BYX members involved and making an impact on campus. You’ll also find BYX alumni leading Fortune 500 companies, successful start-ups and nonprofits nationwide.

What is it that makes BYX unique from other fraternity experiences?

It’s our shared belief in Jesus Christ. Deep connections come easy here because everyone can show up honestly and authentically. With brothers who love and support each other through every high and low, BYX just feels like home. Just as iron sharpens iron, it’s in this eternal brotherhood that we sharpen one another — preparing tomorrow’s fathers, business leaders, teachers and preachers to boldly impact our communities for Christ.

History and Founding Purpose

In 1985, a handful of Christian college men at The University of Texas, Austin, were looking for a fraternity experience that didn’t exist on campus — one where they could develop lifelong friendships in a fun, social environment but also explore and deepen their faith together. They created Beta Upsilon Chi to establish brotherhood and unity among college men based on the common bond of Jesus Christ. This founding purpose is the bedrock upon which our fraternity is founded and continues to fuel our mission and vision.

Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!

Psalm 133:1