About
Phi Eta Sigma was founded on March 22, 1923, to encourage and reward high scholastic achievement among first-year students at the University of Illinois. Our first national convention was held at the University of Illinois in 1928. Since then, there have been 48 National Conventions located all across the country, from Salt Lake City, Utah to Charleston, South Carolina. We are excited to welcome everyone to the 49th National Convention in Oklahaoma City in Fall 2025!
Our Host City
Oklahoma City is a fun getaway for college students, packed with activities that fit both your schedule and chapter budget. You can hang out in the lively Bricktown District, where you’ll find restaurants, coffee shops, live music, and a scenic canal perfect for group photos. With its mix of nightlife, art, history, and outdoor spaces, OKC is the perfect place to make memories with friends at the 2025 Phi Eta Sigma National Convention.
FAQ + EVENT INFORMATION
How can I register and what are the costs?
You can register for convention beginning August 15 by visiting the REGISTER page. Registration fees are inclusive of hotels for two night (Friday and Saturday) and are as follows:
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Quad Occupancy: $275 per person
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Triple Occupancy: $315 per person
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Double Occupancy: $400 per person (most popular)
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Single Occupancy: $625 per person
Do I need to make my own hotel arrangements?
No, hotel arrangements are included with the registration this year. The deadline to reserve you hotel room as part of our Phi Eta Sigma group rate is October 17. You will also need to follow your university guidelines with assigning roommates- if you need assistance with finding a roommate from another chapter, please reach out to the national office.
Can advisors share a room with students?
No, Phi Eta Sigma is committed to providing a safe, professional, and respectful environment for all participants at the National Convention. To support this goal, the following housing policy applies: Faculty and staff advisors may not share hotel rooms with student attendees. Advisors are expected to secure accommodations either with another faculty/staff attendee or in a single room. If requested, the National Office can help connect advisor attendees from other institutions to identify a convention roommate.
How many people can stay in one of the hotel rooms?
The standard registration fee includes a double occupancy (two beds) room, but the hotel allows for as many as 4 with a quad occupancy. You will need to follow your university guidelines with assigning roommates.
Can I stay an additional night at the same rate?
Yes, you can book an additional night on Thursday or Sunday. Please include that information on your registration form, or contact the national office at hq@phietasigma.org to make those arrangements.
When should I get to Oklahoma City?
On Friday, November 14. Convention check-In and Registration will begin at 4pm on Friday afternoon with programming beginning at 5:00pm.
When should my departing flight leave?
The convention closes at 11am on Sunday; booking a morning flight out of OKC will result in missing the final day of convention content.
What available ground transportation is there from the airports to the hotel?
We recommend using rideshare services through Uber or Lyft.
What is the cost for parking?
Omni Oklahoma City offers overnight valet parking at $35/day plus tax. Overnight valet parking for vehicles above 8"2 starts at $68 plus tax. Hourly valet parking starts at $15 plus tax from arrival up to four (4) hours and $25 plus tax from four (4) hours up to eight (8) hours.
What is there to do in the area?
Downtown Oklahoma City hosts many things to do including:
At Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, you can sightsee at numerous parks, participate in special events, indulge in great food, and more. See a full list of things to do here.
Will there be an opportunity for students and/or advisors to present?
Yes, there will be time in the afternoon on Saturday for students and advisors to present research in a poster session. Poster presentation applications and submission guidelines can be found at this link: https://phietasigma.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eFmCK0aACSRF1Q2
What meals are provided?
All meals beginning with Friday Dinner.
What is the dress code?
We encourage you to wear Phi Eta Sigma colors and merch on Friday and Sunday. We also encourage you to wear your college colors on Saturday.
Is there a community service component to the convention?
We will be continuing the Mary Jo Dwyer Chapter Philanthropy Competition that will be collecting childrens books and stuffed animals to donate to READ OKC literacy efforts. More information about the Mary Jo Dwyer Chapter Philanthropy Competition can be found here
Are there ways for students to connect with other students attending convention before the event?
There will be a convention app that students can use to see events and connect with each other. More information on the app will come closer to the time of convention.
What is the rooming policy?
Chapters are required to follow their university protocols and guidelines when it comes to hotel rooming and accommodations.
What if I need to cancel my registration?
If a chapter needs to request a refund, chapters must submit a written request to hq@phietasigma.org by 11:59 PM on September 30th. After that, there will be no opportunity for a chapter to request a refund. However, chapters are allowed to substitute attendees up until October 21 for no additional charge.