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The Illinois Chapter
University of Illinois
1911-

310 East John Street
Champaign, IL 61820
http://www.illinoisadphi.com/

In February of 1903, twelve men at the University of Illinois organized a local fraternity, which took the name of Pi Theta. The organization’s prime object was to secure a charter to become a Chapter of Alpha Delta Phi. This was the result of contact with a number of members of Alpha Delta Phi, especially two of the faculty at the University of Illinois, Herbert Jewett Barton, Professor of Latin, Dartmouth and Middletown, 1876, and Eliot Judd Northrup, Professor of Law, Amherst, 1892.

Upon organization, the group rented a house in which the members lived and had their meals together. The membership was composed entirely of men of standing and attainment in the University, and the group from its inception had the good will and respect of the University authorities.

The first formal petitions for a charter of Alpha Delta Phi were not granted, but the local organization had gained importance as a local fraternity and by the year 1906, it commanded the respect of a very considerable number of the Chapters of Alpha Delta Phi.

Following the 1908 Convention, representatives from all the Chapters, upon invitation, visited Illinois and Pi Theta Fraternity. In 1911, the Charter was granted and the Illinois Chapter was installed at the University Club in Chicago, Illinois, on January 13, 1912.

After the installation, Professor Barton became resident counselor and continued in that capacity until his death in September 1933. The Illinois Chapter owes much to his memory for his great loyalty to Alpha Delta Phi, his exemplification of the finest traditions and ideals of the Fraternity, and his sympathetic leadership.

The Chapter is also indebted to Brother Henry W. Austin, Williams 1888, who was a frequent visitor on the campus and a wise counselor until his death in 1947, and who was, more than any one else, responsible for the material progress of the Chapter from a small rented house to the beautiful and imposing house it now occupies on the site of the home of the University’s first president.

Despite formidable competition from over 50 national and international fraternities at the University, the Illinois Chapter is among the leaders on the Champaign-Urbana Campus. Among other accomplishments, Dad’s Day, known as Parents’ Day at some schools and a major football weekend at Illinois, originated with this Chapter.

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The Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity

Executive Director:

William Millard, PhD

Assistant Executive Director:

Terrie Eastmade

Address:

6126 Lincoln Avenue
Morton Grove, IL 60053

Contact:

Telephone:(847) 965-1832
Fax:(847) 965-1871
e-Mail:office@alphadeltaphi.org

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AUGUST 8 – 11, 2013

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA

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U.S. citizens require a U.S. passport or another valid travel document to enter or re-enter the U.S. U.S. citizens do not need a passport to cross into Canada (unless coming from a third country), but are required to have valid photo ID, proof of citizenship, and, if available, their Permanent Resident Card. U.S. citizens can visit Canada without a visa for up to 180 days.

Legal Matters

The legal drinking age is 19 and licensed establishments are allowed to serve between 11:00 a.m. and 2 a.m. Government issued photo ID is needed for those who appear to be under age 30. Usually a driver’s license is sufficient.

Background Information about Toronto

Toronto is the capital of the Province of Ontario and sits on the north-western shore of Lake Ontario. The population of the City of Toronto is 2.5 million. Including the surrounding area, which is called the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the population is 5.6 million.

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Local Attractions Within Easy Walking Distance of the Hotel

BATA SHOE MUSEUM Hundreds of shoes (from a collection of over 10,000), which celebrate the style, and function of footwear from ancient Egyptian sandals to 20^th century celebrity shoes are on display.

327 Bloor St. W. www.batashoemuseum.ca

ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM (ROM) Canada’s largest museum has an impressive collection of over 6 million items ranging from a renowned collection of dinosaurs to Yuan Dynasty paintings to galleries of ancient Egyptian and Bronze Age art.

100 Queen’s Park www.rom.on.ca

GARDINER MUESUM OF CERAMIC ART Housed in an acclaimed modernist building, this boutique museum explores the history, significance and style of ceramics with a 3,000 plus piece collection.

111 Queen’s Park www.gardinermuseum.on.ca

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Local Attractions Within a Short Taxi or Subway Ride of the Hotel

ART GALLERY OF ONTARIO (AGO) The collections of the 8^th largest art museum in North America include more than 6,500 works of art, almost half of which are by Canadian artists including Emily Carr and the Group of Seven.

317 Dundas St. W. www.ago.net

TEXTILE MUSEUM OF CANADA Of interest to fashion fans and history buffs, this museum features more than 12,000 pieces, including garments and unique fabrics.

55 Centre Ave. www.textilemuseum.ca

HOCKEY HALL OF FAME Housed in a former bank building, this museum boasts the largest collection of hockey memorabilia.

Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge St. www.hhof.com

CN TOWER This Toronto landmark features three observation decks, a glass floor, the 360 Restaurant and the new EdgeWalk, 116 storeys in the air.

301 Front St. W. www.cntower.ca

TORONTO EATON CENTRE This enclosed shopping destination stretches two full city blocks and houses more than 230 retailers.

220 Yonge St. www.torontoeatoncentre.com

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Monday-Friday:08:30 AM - 4:00 PM Central Time

During the summer (June-August), the office has extended hours Monday-Thursday.
However, the office is closed on Friday.

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