Join Phi Beta Epsilon:

A Brotherhood of Engineers with Purpose 

 

Phi Beta Epsilon Fraternity is more than just a name - it is a legacy of excellence, integrity, and camaraderie among engineers. Founded on the ideals of academic achievement, professional growth, and lasting friendship, Phi Beta Epsilon continues to inspire generations of engineering students in Iloilo City and beyond.

 

Our mission is to build a strong, supportive brotherhood where every member can thrive academically, personally, and professionally. We believe that the best engineers are not only technically skilled but also leaders with character, compassion, and a sense of responsibility to their community.

 

 

Why Join Phi Beta Epsilon?

 

Professional Development: Members gain access to mentorship from experienced engineers, career guidance, and opportunities to connect with alumni who have excelled in diverse engineering fields worldwide.

Leadership and Service: We encourage members to take on leadership roles, organize events, and engage in meaningful service projects that uplift our schools and communities.

Lifelong Brotherhood: Phi Beta Epsilon offers genuine friendships built on respect, support, and shared goals — bonds that extend far beyond college.

Commitment to Excellence: We celebrate academic achievements and inspire one another to reach higher standards in every aspect of life.

 

 

Our Purpose:

 

“To unite promising and talented engineering students so they may work shoulder to shoulder toward a noble end.”

 

 

Our Commitment to a Safe & Respectful Brotherhood

 

Phi Beta Epsilon is firmly committed to upholding the Anti-Hazing Law of the Philippines (Republic Act 11053). We maintain a culture of respect, inclusivity, and personal growth. Our recruitment and initiation processes are designed to foster trust, teamwork, and mutual support — never harm or intimidation.

 

We believe that true brotherhood is built through shared experiences, encouragement, and dedication to common ideals. Every new member is welcomed with dignity and guided to succeed both as an engineer and as a responsible citizen.

 

Who We Are:

The Phi Beta Epsilon is a Professional Fraternity for Engineers currently exclusive for the students in the College of Engineering in Iloilo City, Philippines - Colleges and Universities. It was founded on September 28, 1947, as a local fraternity at the Central Philippines College now Central Philippines University, and started to branch out a chapter in 1950 at Iloilo City College and up to now. 

 

Its purpose is to bind the top and talented engineering students from different engineering schools in Iloilo City together so that they may work shoulder to shoulder for a common good and noble end. The fraternity is dedicated to the ideals of scholarship, leadership development, service, and fellowship. All members are men who are pursuing studies in any field of engineering or applied science. 

 

The fraternity currently has several alumni member organizations, based in the Philippines and various countries around the world. A global network of Betans ready to support the Resident Members in all chapters in particular and the fellowship in general.

 

 

Be Part of Our Legacy

 

As a member of Phi Beta Epsilon, you become part of a proud tradition of engineers who are leaders in construction, infrastructure, technology, science, manufacturing, and innovation. Whether you dream of designing sustainable bridges, building safe communities, or developing cutting-edge solutions, our fraternity will support you every step of the way.

 

 

Brief History:

 

- September 28, 1947 – Phi Beta Epsilon Fraternity was founded at Central Philippines College (now Central Philippine University).

- 1950 – The fraternity expanded to Iloilo City College.

- October 21, 1964 – The University of Iloilo Chapter was organized in La Paz, Iloilo City by the founding brothers and faculty advisers. Several faculty members from the College of Engineering at ICC (now University of Iloilo–Phinma) later joined to establish the Western Institute of Technology (WIT).

- February 14, 1969 – Student brothers from CPU and ICC came together to organize the Phi Beta Epsilon Fraternity WIT Chapter.

- September 21, 1978 – The University of San Agustin College of Technology Chapter was founded by members of the CPU Chapter.

- November 29, 2008 – The Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT-U) Chapter was founded by a Betan from the USA Chapter together with a CPU Chapter Betan.

- October 24, 2010 – The University of Iloilo Chapter experienced a brief revival, led by the Dean of the College of Technology - a Betan alumnus from the WIT Chapter.

 

 

Today, Phi Beta Epsilon continues to thrive with active resident members and alumni chapters across the Philippines and worldwide, carrying forward a proud legacy of scholarship, fellowship, leadership, and service.

 

 

Join us, and discover how the bonds you form here can help shape your future — and make a positive impact on the world.