Eternal Flame in Houston

At midnight on December 30, 1970, following the close of the 1970 National Convention in Houston, Texas, a Fraternity tradition was begun. On the campus of the University of Houston the "Chief," Past National President Dr. H. Roe Bartle, lit the "Eternal Flame of Service" for the first time. The inscription on the monument reads: "Dedicated to all organizations and individuals in and around the campus of the University of Houston who have shouldered the responsibility of daily helping their Fellowman."

As always the "Chief" on that night had the right words for the occasion. Dr. Bartle said, "To me the Eternal Light which will be burning henceforth indicating the spirit of Friendship, Leadership, and Service on the campus of the University of Houston is a marvelous, constructive gesture of the highest order. To think in terms of others and to dedicate our time, thoughts, energy, and talents to the things that are constructive in dealing with the human equation are the most important jobs that man has before him."

Since that time at each and every National Convention the Brothers of Delta Omega at the University of Houston have faithfully brought the "Eternal Flame." It has been an integral part of the solemnity of the opening ceremony of the National Convention for over 25 years.