Ohio University Women's Panhellenic Association F21 Recruitment Booklet

PANHELLENIC

SORORITY RECRUITMENT GUIDE

WOMEN'S PANHELLENIC ASSOCIATION OF OHIO UNIVERSITY

Ohio University W O M E N ' S

P A N H E L L E N I C

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Welcomes you!

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Who W e Are T H E

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Sorority life & Sisterhood

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Description of Panhellenc Values E X P E C T A T I O P S

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Financial Obligation, Sorority Housing, Participation

P R I M A R Y

P A N H E L L E N I C

R E C R U I T M E N T

Registration, Meals

R E C R U I T M E N T

A D V I C E

Frequently Asked Questions

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Advice on What to Wear for Each Day R E C R U I T M E N T

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Order ofEvents During the Recruitment Process

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Welcome!

Hey, bobcats! On behalf of Ohio University’s Women’s Panhellenic Association and Executive Board, I would like to welcome you to Primary Recruitment! I am so excited for all of you to start your journey to find your home away from home here in Athens. I understand that this might be an anxious and scary time right now but know you are not alone. Wherever you end up at the end of this process you will always be a part of this community of women who will always lift you up. This group of women will continue to offer you opportunities, friendships, and experiences to last you a lifetime. It is my hope that this booklet helps you get a deeper understanding of what to expect from all ten of our amazing chapters and what we can do for you!

OU’s ten Panhellenic sororities excel in areas like academics, philanthropy, service, and leadership. We are a well-respected group of women who continue to make a difference in the Athens community by helping the local food banks, donate thousands of dollars to our philanthropies, and spend our time working as staff for the university, in off-campus facilities, or as volunteers for community and campus-based projects. We also serve as the largest community of women on OU’s campus making up 13% of the undergraduate students.

When it comes to my own experiences and other women in Sorority life I thought I would share some thoughts with you. First, this process is all about YOU! Throughout the process, it is best to keep an open mind and a positive attitude. Listen to your heart and not to those around you. Second, stay strong to your personal morals and values. This process is about you finding a chapter that serves you and what you are looking for. Finally, HAVE FUN! This process can be stressful but remember this is a time for you to meet other PNM’s and women so relax and enjoy it!

I am so excited to welcome you each into our supportive and incredible community here at OU. I truly wish all of you the best of luck with recruitment!

McKenna Black Vice President of Recruitment

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I am glad you decided to join this amazing family at Ohio University. This is a very exciting time in your life. One filled with many emotions - the excitement of a new adventure, the anxious feeling of moving away from home, and the anticipation of a new beginning.

One of the best things you can do during your time here at Ohio University is to join a sorority and to become a part of our Sorority & Fraternity community. Founded upon the common principles and core values of scholarship, leadership, community service, character, and the formation of lifelong friendships, the sorority women at Ohio University are continuously challenged to uphold these principles in their daily lives. Each one of our sororities has something wonderful to offer you, just as you have many things to offer them.

With over 1,500 members. Ohio's sororities emphasize the personal attributes that will make you a solid, well-rounded student and citizen. I encourage you to enter the recruitment process with an open mind and to meet as many women as you can and know that this is the beginning of a new and unforgettable experience. Best of luck as you explore what Panhellenic has to offer you!

Ariel Tarosky Director of Sorority and Fraternity Life

We look forward to meeting you soon!

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ALPHABET

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TERMINOLOGY

ACTIVE

A fully initiated member of a sorority who is currently participating as a member.

BETA

ALUMNA/AE

GAMMA

Sorority members who are no longer active members of a collegiate chapter.

DELTA

EPSILON

BADGE

The sorority membership insignia.

BID

ZETA

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THETA

IOTA

An invitation to join a sorority.

BIG BROTHER/SISTER

An active member who is assigned to be the personal mentor for a new member.

CHAPTER

KAPPA

A membership unit of a national or international sorority or fraternity.

LAMBDA

CHARTER

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Documentation that an individual chapter is recognized and operates according to the national organization.

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The preferred term is provisional-chapter. This is a newly formed affiliate of a national organization that has not yet received Its charter; the organizing members of a provisional chapter are often referred to as founders.

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CONTINUOUS OPEN BIDDING

SIGMA

Process of extending bids on an individual basis that begins immediately following the primary recruitment process.

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INFORMAL RECRUITMENT

This process can sometimes occur in the spring semester if enough WPA chapters are in need of recruiting women. While not as structured as the primary recruitment process it will still offer more structure than the COB process so that PNMs have an idea of who is recruiting and when.

INITIATION

OMEGA

A traditional ritual that brings a new member into full membership of the sorority.

NEW MEMBER

A woman who has accepted a sorority bid, but is not yet an initiated member.

NEW MEMBER CLASS

A chapter's group of new members after the recruitment process is complete.

NEW MEMBER EDUCATOR

A liaison between the new member class and the chapter who is responsible for implementing and monitoring the new member program and preparing the new members for initiation.

PARTY

A recruitment party is one event within a round. During a party, you will meet with one chapter in person depending on which round it is a part of. At a recruitment party, you will engage in conversations that will help you get to know the chapter and its members better.

PHILANTHROPY

Fundraisers, projects, events, or donations to raise money for nationally sponsored charitable organizations.

POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER (PNM)

A student who is not yet affiliated with a chapter and is interested in becoming a part of the fraternity and sorority experience.

PRIMARY SORORITY RECRUITMENT

A membership recruitment period during which a series of organized rounds are held by each WPA sorority, organized and implemented by the WPA. RECRUITMENT

Membership process - there are two types. Formal and informal.

RHO GAMMA

Otherwise known as your recruitment counselor. Each PNM will have 2 Rho Gammas who serve as unbiased members of the Panhellenic community who will support you throughout the recruitment process.

RITUAL

The ceremonies that bring together the beliefs and standards of a fraternal organization.

ROUND

Recruitment rounds consist of a number of parties and breaks. PNMs will have the opportunity to meet many chapters and their members during each round. Each round is 1 day long and has a different theme.

SORORITY

A Greek-letter sisterhood (may also be called a fraternity.)

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INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL (IFC) The IFC is the largest men's organization at OHIO serving as the governing body for 11 member fraternities and over 600 men. IFC fraternities are a home away from home where lasting friendships are made and networks with thousands of alumni are found. The Ohio University Interfraternity Council represents and provides undergraduate fraternity members a profound experience by encouraging philanthropy, community service, academic success, networking, and organizational growth.

MULTICULTURAL GREEK COUNCIL (MGC) The MGC is home to one cultural and interest-based co-ed Latin-X fraternity but is in the process of expanding its membership. The mission of MGC is to serve the entire student body through our efforts to improve campus life by fostering collaboration among and within all of the member chapters. By building interaction between diverse groups, the MGC hopes that its members collaborate effectively and learn to appreciate people whose race, sexual identity, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnicity, and interests may be different from their own.

NATIONAL PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL (NPHC) NPHC Is home to 6 historically African-American fraternities and sororities that are governed by the National Panhellenic Council, Inc. These organizations are service-oriented and conduct philanthropic events and hands-on community projects in Athens and Columbus. NPHC organization host a variety of social, service, and cultural programs throughout the year aimed at educating members of the Ohio community and uplifting all people in the community at large. NPHC sponsors annual step-shows, as well as programs such as "Meet the Greeks" to educate new students about the different historically Black Greek letter organizations on campus. NPHC also plans service projects, fundraisers, and social events during their NPHC week.

W O M E N ' S P A N H E L L E N I C A S S O C I A T I O N

When you join one of the 10 sororities at Ohio University, you also become a member of the Women's Panhellenic Association. The Panhellenic Association and its sororities are led by Ohio University's Women's Panhellenic Association (WPA), which is made up of elected officers and delegates from all 10 sororities. WPA is the governing body for the 10 chartered Panehllenic sororities at Ohio University. WPA is responsible for organizing activities of mutual concern and interest to all the sororities.

The WPA at Ohio University is the largest women's organization on campus, with more than 1,500 members. Through programming efforts, leadership development and academic support, the Ohio University Women's Panhellenic Association strives to assist all members in becoming informed, well-rounded women.

PANHELLENIC CREED We, as Undergraduate members of women's fraternities, stand for the good scholarship, for guarding of good health, for maintenance of fine standards, and for serving, to the best of our ability, our college community. Cooperation for furthering fraternity life, in harmony with its best possibilities, is the ideal that shall guide our fraternity activities.

We, as Fraternity Women, stand for service through the development of character inspired by the close contact and deep friendship of individual fraternity and Panhellenic life. The opportunity for wide and wise human service, through mutual respect and helpfulness, is the tenet by which we strive to live.

McKenna Black, VP Recruitment

Alex Williams, Executive VP

Emme Vair, VP Membership

Jenna Hatton, VP Service & Philanthropy

Maggie Old, President

Molly Davis, VP Development

Drew Humphreys, VP Public Relations

Courtney Ramey, VP Programming

Sarah Packard, VP Finance

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SORORITY LIFE & SISTERHOOD

From Bobcathon to Homecoming, Greek Week to formals, and everything in between, sorority women are not only involved but are leaders in their respective organizations. Sorority women at Ohio University participate in a wide variety of projects they are one of the most driven and dedicated student groups on this campus.

Sisterhood is the foundation of all aspects of sorority life. The variety of activities, philanthropies, initiatives, and socials are a spectacular experience because you share them with your sisters.

Membership provides you with an opportunity for personal growth and individual achievement within a sisterhood of support. Your accomplishments are shared and your goals are encouraged. The spirit of the unspoken bond between sisters is like any other relationship. You have a chapter of women uplifting you, pushing you to attain your dreams.

Sisterhood means unconditional friendship that comes from being respected for your individuality. It is being loved for who you are. Sisterhood is the making of friendships that will last a lifetime, and it will help you through both good and bad times. It is having women there to support you through your college and life transitions. Whether it is your "big sister," your roommates, or your new-member class sisters, you will find many women you can count on to be there during one of the most important times in your life.

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VALUES IN ACTION

SCHOLARSHIP & ACADEMICS

Academic success is one of the most important parts of the college experience. WPA recognizes the importance of integrating scholarship into the sorority experience.

While WPA does not require a minimum GPA to participate in recruitment, each individual sorority has a minimum GPA requirement for membership eligibility.

Individual sororities have GPA requirements that range from a 2.5 to a 2.8 on a 4.0 scale depending on each national organization.

Collegiate fraternal organizations were founded on the principle of successful scholarship. The academic performance of each chapter is tabulated every semester to determine overall chapter rankings. The all-sorority average has been consistently higher than the undergraduate all-women's average for the past several years.

SERVICE & PHILANTRHOPY

Sorority women's interests and concerns go far beyond the confines of campus life. Sororities sponsor a multitude of activities each year to support the local community and raise money for philanthropies. Every chapter volunteers time to a particular project. At least once a year, each sorority holds a community-wide event that encourages other sorority and fraternity chapters to help raise money for their charitable affiliated organization.

Many Individual sorority women volunteer in local programs, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Take Back the Night, and Better Bystanders. As a council, WPA hosts Sisterhood of the Traveling Dresses each spring, providing prom dresses to Athens County.

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VALUES IN ACTION

INCLUSIVITY

WPA is committed to supporting and nurturing a community that showcases the diverse and inclusive values of the women's-only sorority experience. We respect our members to respect every individual regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, religion, disability, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic.

Our community regularly engages in dialogue on important topics such as diversity, privilege, cultural appropriation, cultural competency, and inclusivity. We are committed to engaging campus and community stakeholders as well as utilizing campus, community, and member organization resources to initiate change on our campus.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Social activities can vary largely from chapter to chapter, but they are great opportunities for a sorority to develop sisterhood and friendships. Chapters work year-round to plan events with other organizations on campus to strengthen the bonds between their members.

WPA takes an active interest in building well-rounded women and sponsors many programs on campus to cultivate character, integrity, and the ability to work well with others. Many times, a chapter will co-sponsor an event brought to campus by a sorority to show Its support for the sisters and its cause.

Sorority chapters often sponsor socials within their own organization and with other organizations like cookouts, parent's weekend events, semi-formals, and more.

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FINANCIAL OBLIGATION

Each sorority has different financial obligations associated with membership in its chapter. You should plan to ask questions on how the sororities schedule payment and other fiscal expectations. Many sororities do not assess, which means they will never ask for additional payment once you have paid dues for that semester. It is important to recognize those semester dues for some chapters are all-encompassing while others may not be.

The most important thing to keep in mind regarding dues is that it is an investment. The return on investment of being a member of the WPA community is invaluable. With all the opportunities provided by sorority membership, it is well worth every penny.

SORORITY HOUSING

This year, 9 of our 10 sororities have houses in close proximity to campus. While all sophomores are required to live on campus, sorority and fraternity members are provided the privilege of applying for a second-year exemption to live in their recognized sorority or fraternity house but must meet certain academic and conduct criteria prior to being approved.

Living in the house is one of the best experiences to have while in a WPA sorority. You are surrounded by a large number of your sisters on a daily basis and are situated at the center of your sorority. The house is the hub of sorority life, and living there gives you even more opportunities to get involved. From rounding up your sisters to hang out, to studying together In the lounge for a huge exam, countless memories will be made simply by living together.

Each sorority has its own system of filling the house each year, whether on a volunteer basis, through officer obligation, or by new member class.

PARTICIPATION

New members can expect to attend one chapter meeting and one new member meeting per week. While these two meetings may vary in length from week to week, the average number of hours spent in meetings held by Panhellenic chapters is 1-2 hours each per week depending on the items on the agenda. Members are expected to participate in philanthropy events, community service, recruitment, homecoming, and other campus events. They are encouraged to participate in sisterhood and social events. These events may not occur every week. but members are expected to attend. The average number of these additional events is 1 per month.

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Panhellenic

PRIMARY

RECRUITMENT

The primary recruitment process is the primary method by which the WPA sororities acquire new members. It will begin September 17, 2021, and end September 26, 2021. This process consists of a kick-off orientation program and four rounds of events that allow potential new members the opportunity to learn about each sorority at Ohio University. These events will give you the opportunity to ask questions about each chapter experience.

It is important to recognize that recruitment is a mutual selection process. After each round, you will be asked to release a certain number of sororities, and each sorority will be expected to release a certain number of women. Participation does not obligate you to join a sorority, nor does it guarantee membership in one. However, if you maximize your options and continue through the entirety of the process with an open mind, you will hopefully be content with the result.

REGISTRATION

To participate in primary recruitment, a woman must have completed their registration, which opened on June 1, 2021. The online registration form must be completed and submitted with the $35 registration fee by September 17th at 6:00 p.m. This date is very important as late registrants will not be accepted. Potential new members are encouraged to register as early as possible to ensure a leisurely transition into their Rho Gammas' (Recruitment Guides') group.

Once you register for Primary Recruitment, you will receive a confirmation email and will be added to our listserv which will provide you with recruitment updates and community event information.

Attending these programming opportunities will provide you with a jumpstart into the recruitment experience.

MEALS

All women going through recruitment will be provided meals at the designated times listed on the schedules. The registration fee that is paid by the potential new member covers the costs associated with providing these meals. All other meals during recruitment will be the responsibility of the potential new member. It is highly encouraged for potential new members to bring snacks and water to have during rounds of recruitment.

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Recruitment Advice

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REMEMBER THAT SORORITY MEMBERSHIP IS FOR LIFE AND TO MAKE YOUR OWN DECISION

This is your choice. Don't listen to your friends', boyfriends', or other potential new members' opinions.

It is an honor to be a part of the Ohio University WPA. Each sorority maintains high membership qualifications. Keep an open mind and make the most of all invitations you may receive. There are women just like you that you could be friends with in every sorority.

EAT BEFORE YOU COME AND GET A GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP

Recruitment week Is a long process. Please make sure you take care of your body and eat nutritious meals. Drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep. Your Rho Gamma's will have snacks and we will have meals so please take advantage of these resources if you need them, but please come prepared with your own snacks and water too!

COMMENTS SHOULD BE KEPT TO YOURSELF

If you don't like a particular sorority, make sure that you're not basing your opinion on one woman you met in the sorority or on someone else's negative opinions. If you're still unsure about a particular sorority for you, do not share your opinion with others. It should be a private decision. You never know when your least favorite choice could be someone else's top choice.

UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR INCLUDES DOING OUT DURING RECRUITMENT WEEK

The recruitment week Is a very important week, and while WPA encourages you to make the most of this time by creating new relationships with women in the community, consuming alcohol, attending parties, and/or going to bars before the 'dry period' is over is not permitted. The 'dry period' does not end until September 28th.

TEMPERATURES MAY STILL BE HOT!

Be sure to be drinking plenty of water, and even electrolytes. Wear comfortable, light clothing that you wouldn't mind sweating a little bit in. Maybe even consider bringing a mini handheld fan if you tend to overheat.

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F FR RE EQ QU UE EN NT TL LY Y Q QU UE ES ST T II O ON NS S IF I GO THROUGH RECRUITMENT, DO I HAVE TO JOIN A SORORITY?

You are not obligated to join and may withdraw at any point during the process. This is a time for you to meet people, evaluate an opportunity, and make a decision that is best for you.

DO I NEED ANY RECOMMENDATIONS OR LETTERS OF REFERENCE?

Some chapters may review letters of reference from alumnae recommending a potential new member; however, it is not required for all chapters, nor does it guarantee membership in a sorority.

IM A LEGACY TO A SORORITY, IS THERE ANYTHING THAT I SHOULD KNOW?

Each sorority views legacy statuses differently. In fact, a number of our national organizations no longer recognize their legacy policies to create a more inclusive recruitment process. Each potential new member is evaluated individually and no chapter is obligated to extend membership to a legacy.

Likewise, you should not feel pressured to join a certain sorority because someone in your family did.

WHAT SHOULD I TALK ABOUT DURING RECRUITMENT ROUNDS?

It is important to be yourself during recruitment. Don't be afraid to ask questions - It is as important for you to get to know the sorority members as it is for the members to get to know you. Some questions you might ask are: What are the expectations of your new member program?

What is your philanthropy?

What kind of academic programs do you have?

In what type of campus community activities are your sorority members involved?

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Umbrella/rain jacket Flip flops/comfortable shoes Bag/tote Deodorant Handheld fan Water bottle Snacks Makeup wipes Makeup Safety pin Gum/mints

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FAQs CONTINUED...

WHAT IF I WANT TO BE IN ONE CERTAIN SORORITY?

Only wanting to be a member of one specific sorority or only considering a few sororities can severely limit a potential new member's options for membership and can lead to disappointment. Panhellenic discourages choosing a sorority based on stereotypes or others' opinions. We encourage you to keep an open mind & make a decision that is right for you.

WHEN CAN I LIVE IN THE SORORITY HOUSE?

Sophomores are eligible to apply for a second-year off-campus housing exemption but must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA no outstanding university conduct and have a chapter facility that meets all of the OSFL's guidelines. The housing exemption process begins In February of each year.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF JOINING?

You will gain supportive friends, and opportunities to hold leadership positions, get involved with community service and philanthropic events. It will also connect you with a nationwide network of fellow sisters.

IS JOINING REALLY FOR LIFE?

Yes! Not only are there opportunities for involvement and close friendships as a collegiate member, but there are for alumnae members as well. You can join an alumnae chapter, serve as a chapter advisor, volunteer at a national level, or even work for your sorority's national office.

HOW DO I LEARN MORE ABOUT NPHC & MGC SORORITIES?

The Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life is happy to connect you with the leadership of both councils, or you can meet members of their chapters at the Involvement Fair, Greek Expo, and other community-wide events. We would also encourage you to take the time to learn more about their national organizations online!

WHAT IF I DON'T GET INVITED TO ATTEND THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF CHAPTERS DURING EACH ROUND?

During the recruitment process, the number of chapters a PNM will visit each day will vary from one woman to the next. The number of events is not important; it is the conversations and people you are interacting with that are important.

WHAT IF I DISCOVER THE SORORITY I'VE SELECTED IS NOT THE RIGHT ONE FOR ME?

Once you've accepted a bid to a sorority, the new member process is designed to make sure you are ready to make a life-long commitment to an organization. This period normally lasts 6-8 weeks but depends on your organization. If before initiation you decide you are not ready for the commitment, you can break your pledge from the organization. If you would like to participate in recruitment again, you can do so at the time of the next primary recruitment period. Once you have accepted a bid from an NPC organization, you must wait until the next primary recruitment period to be eligible to receive another bid from an NPC organization.

WILL I BE HAZED?

Ohio University has a strict zero-tolerance policy against hazing and works with our chapter members closely to ensure that you will have a safe and healthy new member experience. If at any point you feel that you or someone you know is being hazed you can report it at www.ohio.edu/greek I DON'T DRINK WILL I STILL FIT IN?

Just because an individual joins a fraternity or sorority does not mean that they must consume alcohol to be a part of the chapter. All chapters are required to register alcoholic events with the university and provide various safety measures to promote the safe and legal use of alcohol. The vast majority of fraternity and sorority events are non-alcoholic.

CAN I DO THIS AS A NURSING MAJOR?

Absolutely. We actually have several women in our sorority community who are nursing majors. We do understand that it is a time Intensive major, so we would encourage you to be upfront with your chapter about your time commitment and schedule so that you can have a stress-free experience.

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PNM PNM RIGHTS RIGHTS RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES

POTENTIAL

NEW

MEMBER

GUIDELINES

1. Registering for primary recruitment does not guarantee a bid for membership.

2. A potential new member may continue through primary recruitment until she receives no further membership invitations.

3. A woman who has received a bid from a sorority, but has not been initiated into that organization is eligible to participate in primary recruitment if it has been one calendar year. If a woman has already been initiated into a sorority, she is not eligible to participate in recruitment.

4. Each potential new member must attend all sorority recruitment events that she is invited to throughout the week. The only exceptions will be conflicting classes or illnesses. The PNM should be in communication with her Rho Gamma as soon as possible.

5. WPA will provide nametags that the PNM must wear throughout all rounds of recruitment.

6. The PNM will not leave any event with anything she did not bring with her.

7. Refunds for recruitment will not be provided at any point. No exceptions will be made.

8. PNMs will be expected to adhere to Ohio UNiversity's Code of Conduct.

9. It Is an expectation that all participants be respectful and courteous during the entire process. A positive attitude is a MUST!

POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS

Potential new members have the right to: Be treated as an individual.

Be fully informed about the recruitment process.

Ask questions and receive objective answers from the WPA recruitment leadership team, Be treated with respect.

Be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized.

Ask how and why, and receive honest answers.

Have and express opinions to a recruitment counselor.

Have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with a recruitment counselor.

Make informed choices without pressure from others.

Be fully informed about the binding agreement implicit in the preference card signing.

Make their own choices and decisions and accept full responsibility for the results of their decisions.

Have a positive, safe, and enriching recruitment and new member education experience.

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M E E T

Y O U R

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G A M M A S

When you join one of the 10 sororities at Ohio University, you also become a member of the Women's Panhellenic Association. The Panhellenic Association and its sororities are led by Ohio University's Women's Panhellenic Association (WPA), which is made up of elected officers and delegates from all 10 sororities. WPA is the governing body for the 10 chartered Panehllenic sororities at Ohio University. WPA is responsible for organizing activities of mutual concern and interest to all the sororities.

Landri Shannon

Julia Dressing

Katie Henry

Kenzy Kress

Rachel Ehrlich

Amanda Woods

Isabel Brooks

Chlor Caniglia

Caroline Kelsh

Megan Simon

Cassidy Dummitt

Grace Fowler

Sarah Ehrman

Sydney Van Scoy

Amanda Mullins

Ashlyn Ansel

Becca Goldie

Erin Gannon

Kasey Cedderoth

Kenzie Dyer

Liz Boone

Maranda English

Riley Runnell

M E E T

Y O U R

MacKenzie Volker

Maraya Brown

Megan Doll

Molly Westermeyer

Morena Miller

Morgan Griffith

Natalie Cutler

Sydney Van Scoy

Alicia Badowski

Amber Rossmann

Anna Smith

Gabby Bertoia

Katt Kotwica

Megan Wisvari

Abigail Ernst

Elaina Tartal

Elise Semko

Bridget Hooker

Callie Burton

Sam Wilson

Sydney Stefanko

R H O

G A M M A S

Meredith Flanagan

What to Wear

The purpose of this section is to give you an idea of what most women will be wearing during each round of primary recruitment; however, we want you to wear want makes you feel most comfortable!

KICK OFF & ORIENTATION

This is just your orientation to the recruitment process and the time to meet your Rho Gammas. Feel free to wear whatever you want!

SATURDAY • ROUND 1 • EXPLORE PANHELLENIC

You will be provided a recruitment T-shirt for this round. It is up to you how you choose to dress it, but it is a long day so be casual and wear comfortable shoes!

What to Wear SUNDAY • ROUND 2 • EXPLORE COMMUNITY

Think of a “going out to dinner with friends” outfit — cute jeans or bottoms, nice tops, comfy but cute shoes or sandals. If you chose to wear shoes with a heel, bring a pair of flip flops for breaks.

FRIDAY • ROUND 3 • EXPLORE VALUES

Dress for round 3 is “cute dressy casual.”

A sundress, romper, skirt/blouse combo, or a pant/blouse combo is appropriate!

What to Wear SATURDAY • ROUND 4 • PREFERENCE

Preference day calls for the most formal attire of recruitment. Typical attire includes semi-formal cocktail dresses, a fancy romper, nice sandals, comfortable heels/wedges.

SUNDAY • BID DAY!!

Bid day is all about having fun and being comfortable. You will be provided a shirt from your chapter, but make sure you wear a shirt or a zip hoodie that can be used for your reveal. Tennis shoes and shorts are a good idea!

Schedule RECRUITMENT

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 • KICKOFF • 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM LOCATION TBD

Kickoff will be your last opportunity to register for primary recruitment if you have not already done so.

This will also be the time to check in and receive your name badge, and materials for recruitment week.

Here you will get to meet the OSFL staff, recruitment leadership team and learn more about the logistics of the week. You will also get to meet your Rho Gammas and PNM group that you will be with throughout the week. You will spend this time asking any questions you have and preparing for the first round.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

• ROUND 1, EXPLORE PANHELLENIC •

9:00 AM - 11:00 PM CAMPUS

This will be your first opportunity to meet with all 10 sororities. In this round, PNMs will receive an informative introduction to sorority life, and what makes each sorority unique. It is a long day but you will be provided lunch and dinner. Make sure you eat breakfast, bring water and snacks. At the end of the night, you will be ranking the 8 sororities you had the strongest connection with.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

• ROUND 2, EXPLORE COMMUNITY •

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM CAMPUS

During Round 2, you will have the opportunity to visit up to 8 sororities if you have a maximized schedule. This round will focus on the Panhellenic Community's commitment to service, philanthropy, diversity, and Inclusion. PNM's should expect to learn about chapters philanthropic partnerships while learning more about Individual chapter members. At the end of the night, you will be ranking the 5 sororities you had the strongest connection with.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

• ROUND 3, EXPLORE VALUES •

3:00 PM - 11:30 PM CAMPUS

During Round 3 you will have the opportunity to learn about the values that each organization and members have to offer. Furthermore, this should really be a chance for you to share your personal values and how they align with the mission of their organization. This round will also provide PNM's with the chapter's expectations around membership (finances, scholarship, and participation. House tours will also be provided in this round. At the end of the night, you will be ranking the 3 sororities you had the strongest connection with.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

• ROUND 4, EXPLORE RITUAL (PREFERNCE) •

1:00 PM - 8:30 PM CAMPUS

Round 4 Is your final round of recruitment, with the exception of Bid Day. This round is an opportunity to tie the recruitment process together by helping you see the benefit of affiliating with a sorority through the chapter preference ceremonies. This will be your first glimpse into the Ritual of our organization and what unites us as organizations. At the end of the day, you will be ranking the two organizations you had the strongest connection with in order.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

• BID DAY •

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM CAMPUS

Bid day Is the culmination of the recruitment experience and the day you will find out what sorority will be your forever home! We will begin our time together in Baker where you will meet with your Recruitment Counselor and receive your bids. We will then continue our celebration as a community at Peden. The day will conclude with you celebrating as a chapter at your chapter's designated location.

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ALPHA DELTA PI, Xi Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $837 | Spring: $721 NEW MEMBER DUES

$1,338 one time payment HOUSING COSTS

Fall: $5,140 | Spring: $5,024 GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 3.0 | College: 3.0 VALUES

Sisterhood, values & ethics, high academic standards, social responsibility NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Ronald McDonald House Charities SOCIALS

https://adpiohioupr.wixsite.com/adpi | @adpi_ohiou

ALPHA OMICRON PI, Omega Upsilon Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $828 | Spring: $828 NEW MEMBER DUES

$2,637 one time payment HOUSING COSTS

Fall: $5,267.50 | Spring: $5,267.50 GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 2.75 | College: 2.5 VALUES

Character, dignity, scholarship, and college loyalty NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Arthritis Foundation SOCIALS

https://ohio.alphaomicronpi.org/ | @aoiiohiou

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ALPHA GAMMA DELTA, Zeta Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $310 | Spring: $380 NEW MEMBER DUES

Fall: $1,340 | Spring: #1,370 HOUSING COSTS

$5270 per semester GRADE REQUIREMENT

College: 2.50 VALUES

Alpha Gamma Delta Is committed to providing opportunities for personal development, service to others, and the space for members to forge their own paths. Together, we continually work to: Inspire the Woman. Impact the World.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Fighting Hunger SOCIALS

http://ohio.alphagammadelta.org/ | @agd_ohiou

ALPHA XI DELTA, Pi Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $497 | Spring: $407 NEW MEMBER DUES

$625.50 one time payment HOUSING COSTS

$4,900 per semester GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 2.75 | College: 2.5 VALUES

Alpha Xi Delta dedicates its membership towards upholding strong values of sisterhood, academia, and dignified women within our chapter.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Kindly Hearts Campaign SOCIALS

http://ohio.alphaxidelta.org/ | @oualphaxidelta

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DELTA GAMMA, Zeta Rho Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $1,176 | Spring: $1,032 NEW MEMBER DUES

$176 per month or $1,058 per semester HOUSING COSTS

$5,598 per semester GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 3.0 | College: 2.6 VALUES

To foster high ideals of friendship among women, to promote their educational and cultural interests, to create a true sense of social responsibility and develop in them the best qualities of character.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Service for Sight and the Delta Gamma Foundation SOCIALS

https://www.deltagamma.org/ | @ohioudeltagamma

DELTA ZETA, Omicron Gamma Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $764 | Spring: $764 NEW MEMBER DUES

Fall: $498 | Spring: $498 HOUSING COSTS

Fall: $5,984 | Spring: $5,984 GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 2.75 | College: 2.5 VALUES

Friendship, curiosity, generosity, empowerment, citizenship, belonging.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Starkey Hearing Foundation and American Society for Deaf Children; Global Service Project: SeriousFun SOCIALS

www.deltazeta.org | @oudeltazeta

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GAMMA PHI BETA, Eta Omicron Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $602 | Spring: $600.75 NEW MEMBER DUES

$ HOUSING COSTS

N/A GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 2.8 | College: 2.4 VALUES

Love, labor, learning, loyalty NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Girls on the Run SOCIALS

www.gammaphibeta.org | @gammaphibetaohio

CHI OMEGA, Tau Alpha Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $580 | Spring: $405 NEW MEMBER DUES

$1,250 one time payment HOUSING COSTS

$5,455 per semester including meals GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 2.5 | College: 2.5 VALUES

Friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic excellence and intellectual pursuits, community and campus Involvement, personal and career development.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Make-A-Wish Foundation SOCIALS

https://chiomega.com/ | @chiomega_ohio

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PI BETA PHI, Ohio Alpha Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

Fall: $500 | Spring: $500 NEW MEMBER DUES

$1,534 HOUSING COSTS

Fall: $6,551 | Spring: $6,519 GRADE REQUIREMENT

High School: 3.0 | College: 3.0 VALUES

Integrity, lifelong, commitment, honor and respect, philanthropic service to others, personal and intellectual growth, and sincere friendship.

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Read, Lead, Achieve - fighting childhood Illiteracy SOCIALS

https://www.pibetaphi.org/ | @ohioupiphi

SIGMA KAPPA, Beta Upsilon Chapter

ACTIVE MEMBER DUES PER SEMESTER

$400 NEW MEMBER DUES

$680 one time payment HOUSING COSTS

$5,650 per semester GRADE REQUIREMENT

2.5 VALUES

Loyalty, Personal Growth, Friendship & Service NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY

Sigma Kappa Foundation, Inherit the Eart, Gerontology, Maine Seacoast Mission, Alzheimer's Disease Research SOCIALS

ohio.sigmakappa.org | @sigmakappaohiou

IMPORTANT POLICIES HAZING POLICY

1. Hazing includes, but is not limited to: a. Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers the mental, emotional, or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of initiation or admission into, or affiliation with, any student organization or group regardless of the person's consent to participate. b. Brutality of a physical nature including but not limited to paddling, whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthenics, or exposure to the elements. c. Coerced consumption, including but not limited to any food, alcoholic beverage, liquid, drug, or any other substance that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm. d. Acts intended to cause mental stress, including but not limited to sleep deprivation, transportation or abandonment, confinement to a small space, forced exclusion from social contact, forced conduct which could result in embarrassment, any forced activity that is designed to shame or humiliate, or any action of harassment (as defined in the "Student Code of Conduct"). e. Coerced activities, including but not limited to violation of local, state, or federal laws, violation of university policies, rules, or regulations, and personal servitude. f. Acts of sexual misconduct, relationship violence, or stalking, as defined by Ohio university policy 03.004.

2. Members of the university community Faculty, staff, students, volunteers (e.g., advisors), organizations, groups, alumni, and contractors are members of the university community.

3.Organization An organization consists of a number of persons who are associated with each other and have registered with the university as a student organization (such as clubs, club sports, or fraternities and sororities).

4.Groups A group consists of a number of persons who are associated with the university and each other, but who have not registered, or are not required to register, as a student organization (including but not limited to athletic teams, musical or theatrical ensembles, academic or administrative units, and clubs not registered as student organizations).

MASKS DURING RECRUITMENT

As we approach recruitment, the situation with COVID-19 is rapidly changing. As a result, our Office of Sorority & Fraternity Life and WPA must be focused on prioritizing the health and safety of everyone involved in the community, especially during the recruitment process. That Includes taking steps to curb the spread of the virus and being prepared to shift our recruitment plans quickly in response to changing conditions.

We will expect all of our members and potential new members to follow all COVID-19 health and safety guidelines and encourage you to follow the most current CDC recommendations on how to protect yourself and others from getting sick.

Should masks not be required by the campus, we are still committed to creating a welcoming environment for anyone who might choose to wear a mask.

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