Beta Lambda Kappa

**Beta Lambda Kappa**, commonly known as **BLK**, is an secret and social college fraternity founded at Blackwood University in 1941 and headquartered in Fortcester, D.T. The fraternity has over 149 chapters and provisional chapters across the Federal Republic of Terranova and abroad, with over 10,000 undergraduate members and over 230,000 lifetime initiates. Beta Lambda Kappa chartered house corporations own more than 120 houses valued at over $98 million as of spring 2025. There are nearly 70 recognized alumni clubs across Terranova, Northland, and Arvandor.

Beta Lambda Kappa is continuously expanding to schools across the continent, such as Blackwood University, Lawrence W. Blackwood School of Government, Annabelle S. Blackwood University School of Medicine, Blackwood University School of Engineering, Blackwood University School of Business, Blackwood University of Northland, Blackwood University of Arvandor, and the Blackwood University of Amanat. Recent planned expansions include the establishment of a new chapter at Blackwood University's School of Arts and Humanities, as well as the addition of a specialized program at Harrison W. Blackwood School of Technology. These expansions aim to further diversify Beta Lambda Kappa's reach and provide opportunities for students in various fields to join the prestigious fraternity.

The fraternity was founded by five undergraduate students: Kingston Knox, Christian Bowman, Ryan Garrison, Marco Dickerson, and Quintin Humphrey, who are collectively known as The Blackwood Five. Beta Lambda Kappa was created under five principal objectives: "*the promotion of friendship, development of character, advancement of justice, cultivation of scholarship, and brotherhood through service.*" These cardinal principles are contained in The Vows of Lambda, the document to which each member pledges upon his initiation into the fraternity. The fraternity's founding members aimed to establish a strong bond of friendship among its members, fostering a sense of camaraderie and support. They also sought to instill values of integrity, fairness, and equality through their commitment to advancing justice.

The main and oldest house, which is located at 55 Lambda Lane on the Blackwood University campus, is owned by the Blackwood Universities Housing Authority, meaning that the fraternity does not own the land or house but rather leases it from the university. This arrangement allows the fraternity to maintain a physical presence on campus while also adhering to university regulations and policies. This also means that Blackwood University paid for $3 million in renovations throughout the years to ensure that the fraternity house remained in good condition. The fraternity members take pride in their well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing house, which serves as a symbol of their commitment to upholding the values of integrity, fairness, and equality.

Among the best-known members of the fraternity are Lyam Henri, the 6th President of Terranova; Vice Presidents Justin Ford, Nolan Cunningham, and Jackson Sullivan; actor Jaden Snyder; current Federal Minister Huston Mclauglin and former Federal Minister Ryan Miller, who have all credited their time in the fraternity for shaping their leadership skills and providing them with a valuable network of connections.

In 1950, The Beta Lambda Kappa Fraternity Foundation was founded to provide educational scholarships for the brothers of the fraternity and is the fraternity's charitable arm , dedicated to supporting the academic pursuits of its members. The foundation has since awarded numerous scholarships to deserving students, helping them achieve their educational goals and furthering the fraternity's commitment to academic excellence. In addition to providing scholarship and membership development, the Beta Lambda Kappa Fraternity also focuses on fostering a sense of brotherhood and camaraderie among its members. Through various social and philanthropic activities, the fraternity creates opportunities for its members to bond and make lifelong friendships. These experiences not only enhance personal growth but also contribute to the overall development of well-rounded individuals who are prepared to excel in their future endeavors.