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Welcome, New Members!

We are pleased to announce the following as our newest members of the Eli Banana Society: Pavel Akmaev Matthew Anderson Alexander Boriss* Henry Campbell Chase Cha Isaac Coles JD Comeau Spencer Cox Garland Freeauf Will Gottsegen Chase Greer Edward Grinder Cam Holdych Davis Jones Oliver Jones Patrick Keller Will Lankford Jackson Lopez Flynn Mann Nick […]

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The Mystic Order of Honorary Big Bananas

On November 30, 1878, the Honorary Society of Eli Banana was established as an organization dedicated to good fellowship and supporting our beloved University. During our 100 year anniversary celebration, the Eli Banana Fund was created as a vehicle to provide financial support to the University with the purpose of furthering the mission and values […]

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Save the Date: 2025 Fall Reunion

Eli Banana Fall Reunion October 16-18, 2025 Charlottesville, VA Join us in Charlottesville October 16-18, 2025, for our annual Fall Reunion. We will host our annual History Seminar on Thursday, October 16 with a garden party to follow on October 18. Registration for this year’s reunion will open later this summer. We hope to see […]

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Support The Eli Banana Fund

We would like you to consider making a tax-deductible gift to the Eli Banana Fund. Your generous support is what allows The Fund to make contributions to University projects that foster historical building preservation, support the fraternity and sorority system while also maintaining the vibrancy of the Eli Banana Society. In addition, the Board of […]

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You’re Invited: Insights from UVA Leadership with Lily West

All Eli Bananas, The Alumni Association is in the process of planning for a new building to replace the existing Alumni Hall structure. We believe this to be a very interesting project and are looking at ways the Eli Bananas can support the endeavor. We encourage everyone to learn more about the opportunity by joining […]

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Event Cancellation: Eli Banana Fall Reunion

Dear Eli Bananas, Due to recent unforeseen logistical challenges, this year’s Drum & Robe Convocation, scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, needs to be cancelled. The Eli History Seminar, scheduled for Thursday, October 3, will also be postponed. The Eli Fund Board meeting will remain on the schedule for October 5. We sincerely apologize for […]

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Register Today: Eli Banana’s Annual Fall Reunion! 🥁

Brothers, Celebrate Eli Banana’s history and brotherhood October 3-5, 2024! We will kick off celebrations with our History Seminar at the Zete House on Thursday, October 3 from 6-8 p.m. We will have the Gus bus on site for dinner. Celebrations will continue Saturday, October 5 during our annual Drum and Robe Convocation in Pavilion […]

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Mark Your Calendars: Eli Banana’s Annual Fall Reunion! 📅

Brothers, Join us in Charlottesville October 3-5, 2024, as we celebrate our history and brotherhood! Celebrations will begin Thursday, October 3 with our History Seminar at the Zeta Psi House from 6-8 p.m. and will feature food from the Gus Bus. On Saturday, October 5 we will host our annual Drum and Robe Convocation in […]

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Foxfield Registration Closing in 2-Weeks 🎟️

True and Worthy Bananas, There’s only two weeks left to purchase your tickets for the spring running of the Foxfield Races (April 27, 2024), and we want to see you there! This year’s alumni ticket include access to the South Hill, a full day of races, lunch and an open bar, and a parking pass. […]

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Reminder: Foxfield 2024 Registration is LIVE! 🏇

True and Worthy Bananas, We are excited to welcome Eli Banana alumni, members, and guests back to the the South Hill on Saturday, April 27 for the spring running of the Foxfield Races! Tickets for this year’s race are available on a first come, first served basis. Please note: as a result of overcrowding at […]

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