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Alumni Convention

Alumni Convention 2012Alumni Convention 2012 in Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL
Date: June 15-17, 2012

REGISTRATION EXTENDED! Register by May 15 to reserve your spot!

Join us for the 2012 National Alumni Convention!

We’ll explore Chicago this June as alumni from across the country gather for a weekend of fellowship in the Windy City.

Many of the weekend’s events will take place near our chosen hotel: Courtyard Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile.

Book your stay at the Marriott by May 23, 2012 to receive a discounted rate. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-321-2211.

You are welcome to choose any hotel that suits your lodging needs. If you choose to do so, please book using GoodShop.com and a portion of your bill will go straight to Phi Sigma Pi!

RSVP to the Facebook event to arrange room and ride shares!

Download and print the registration packet!

Register online!

Need a PDF version of the registration form? Click here.

Below is the tentative itinerary for the weekend.

Friday | June 15

Wrigley Field Tour and Chicago Cubs Game

Coming in early? Start your visit with a morning tour and learn the history of the famous Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs will take on the Red Sox in the afternoon, so get a ticket to watch the action live or visit the Captain Morgan Club!

Kick-Off Happy Hour

Join us as we officially start the weekend with a gathering at Viand American Bistro, conveniently located beside the Marriott hotel. Enjoy a glass of wine or a microbrew while meeting and reconnecting with your fellow alumni!

Explore Navy Pier

After happy hour, we’ll visit the Midwest’s #1 tourist and leisure destination on Lake Michigan. The Navy Pier has more than 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, restaurants, and attractions. Take a ride on the Ferris Wheel, play mini golf, or shop. It’s your time to explore!

Saturday | June 16

Alumni Ideation Session

Want more information about how to start an alumni chapter? Need more event ideas? Chat with us over coffee and get the answers to your questions!

Lunch at Uno Chicago Grill

Chicago is home to the deep-dish pizza. We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at the original Uno Pizzeria location. You can’t visit Chicago without trying a piece of this famous pizza!

Skydeck Chicago

Visit the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere! Formerly known as the Sears Tower, you can see Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Lake Michigan from the 103rd floor.

Dinner at Kinzie Chophouse

Don’t miss the main event at Kinzie Chophouse. Dine with your fellow alumni and attend our 2012 alumni awards ceremony.

Sunday | June 17

Brunch at The Drake Hotel

A fabulous brunch at Drake Bros. is a great way to end your trip! Enjoy one last meal with your Brothers before you head home.

Shedd Aquarium

Staying late? We’ll explore the Shedd Aquarium, home to more than 32,500 animals and located on the shores of Lake Michigan.


Photos from previous Alumni Conventions: 

  • Alumni Convention 2011 in Las Vegas
    • Album 1: Red Rock Canyon Tour, Happy Hour at Napoleon's, Dinner at Mon Ami Gabi
    • Album 2: Brunch at Le Village Buffet, the Stratosphere, Dinner at Le Provencal
    • Album 3: Caesar's Palace, Cosmopolitan, Dinner at Wolfgang Puck Pizzeria, Bellagio Fountain
  • Alumni Convention 2010 in New Orleans