About Alpha Rho Chi (APX)
Alpha Rho Chi was founded in 1914 with the joining of the Arcus Society of the University of Illinois and Sigma Epsilon of the University of Michigan. Today, the fraternity has chapters at universities across the country. The name Alpha Rho Chi was taken from the first three letters of the Greek spelling of architecture, αρχιτεκτονικη.
Visit the fraternity’s national website
About Metagenes
Metagenes (pronounced meh-tah-juh-neez) is the Virginia Tech chapter of Alpha Rho Chi.
Established on March 23, 1969, our chapter takes its name from the ancient Creton architect, Metagenes. He and his father, Chersiphron, designed and constructed the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. Built in the 6th century BC, the splendid Ionic temple was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. The cadency of the Metagenes chapter is the Pheon.
Who We Are & What We Do
Alpha Rho Chi is a co-ed professional fraternity open to students of every major interested in architecture, design, and the allied arts. We host professional, philanthropy, social, and fundraising events throughout the year, including portfolio reviews, professor talks, food drives, group trips, percentage nights, and so much more! Joining is a great way to connect with fellow students and learn more about the day-to-day life at Virginia Tech from older brothers.
Interested in joining? View our Contact page for more information!
