GREEK LIFE AT MARIETTA COLLEGE
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome.............................................................................................................................................3 Intent Card & Anti-Hazing Policy...............................................................................................4 Speaking Greek & Greek Alphabet.............................................................................................5 Greek Honors Societies..................................................................................................................6 FAQ & 6 Things You Should Do During Recruitment..........................................................7 Panhellenic President & Council Information........................................................................8–9 Sorority Recruitment.......................................................................................................................10–12 Recruitment Schedule....................................................................................................................13 Alpha Xi Delta...................................................................................................................................14–15 Chi Omega.........................................................................................................................................16–17 Sigma Kappa.....................................................................................................................................18–19 Greek Housing Map.........................................................................................................................20 Culturally Based Greet Organizations.......................................................................................21 Basic Expectations of Membership...........................................................................................22 Interfraternity Council President.................................................................................................23 IFC & IFC Recruitment Schedule................................................................................................24–25 Alpha Sigma Phi...............................................................................................................................26–27 Alpha Tau Omega............................................................................................................................28–29 Delta Tau Delta.................................................................................................................................30–31 Lambda Chi Alpha...........................................................................................................................32–33 You Are Always Wearing Your Letters........................................................................................34 Notes....................................................................................................................................................35
Edited By: Katey Berg and Patrick Taylor
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WELCOME CLASS OF 2022 We are very excited to welcome you to campus, and we want to encourage you to check out all that the Greek Community at Marietta College has as you begin your college experience. The Greek Community has been a large part of campus life throughout most of Marietta College’s history. The first fraternal organization started on campus in 1859, and since then the members of the Greek Community continue to take the lead in almost every aspect of campus life. Over 18% of the current student body are members of four (4) Fraternities and three (3) Sororities represented on campus. These groups are self-governed by two democratic bodies: the IFC or Interfraternity Council governs all of our NIC (North American Interfraternity Conference) Organizations; the Panhellenic Council governs our NPC (National Panhellenic Conference) sororities. We are hoping to expand our community in the coming years to include NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council, historically AfricanAmerican Greek Letter Organizations) as well as NAPA (Asian Pacific Islander American fraternities/sororities) and other culturally based fraternal organizations. There are many opportunities available to the members of the Greek Community which help prepare them for success after college. By learning from the lessons of the past, our Greek Community is looking forward to a bright future, a future we hope you will choose to become a part of. Many of Marietta College’s prominent alumni are members of our Greek Community, and their successes can be traced back to the decision they made to join a fraternity or sorority. Leadership, Scholarship, Fellowship, and Service are the foundations of our Greek Community, and the values of each organization help to make us all better students, employees, servants of the community, and friends. While many things have changed since the first fraternities were founded in the mid-1800’s, the values of the Greek Community continue to be a leading force on this campus. What will be your legacy? Will you stand out and rise above the ordinary? Will you seek out opportunities to improve yourself and others? Will you give back to the community in which you live? And, are you looking to get the most out of your time at Marietta? I encourage you to ask questions, explore all your options, and follow your heart to find your place within the Marietta Community, hopefully within the Greek Community. I wish you all the best in your first year here, and I look forward to seeing you at our many events throughout the semester. Once again, welcome to campus. Fraternally Yours, Robert A. Marias Assistant Director of Campus Involvement 740-376-4483 | ram010@marietta.edu
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Below is a copy of the Greek Life Intent Card. All students interested in joining a fraternity or sorority at Marietta College must read and complete an Intent Card before they will be deemed eligible to receive a bid of membership from any of our Greek Life organizations. By signing this card, you are expressing interest in joining a fraternity or sorority on campus. This card does not commit or bind you to join any specific organization nor does it guarantee that you will receive a bid of membership from any particular fraternity or sorority on our campus.
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SPEAKING GREEK Active: A fully initiated, undergraduate member of a fraternity or sorority Alumni: Sorority or fraternity members who are no longer active members of a collegiate chapter. Bid: A formal invitation to join a fraternity or sorority. Big Brother/Big Sister: An active member assigned to be the personal mentor to a new member. Chapter: A local unit of a national or international fraternity or sorority. Charter: Documentation from a national organization that recognizes a local chapter. Colony: A newly formed affiliate of a national organization that has not yet received a charter. Interfraternity Council (IFC): The representative governing body of all the fraternities at Marietta College. Initiation: A tradition ritual that welcomes the new member into full membership status of that fraternity/sorority. Legacy: Someone who has an older family member that is a member of a particular Greek organization. Panhellenic Council: The representative governing body of all the sororities at Marietta College. Intent Card: A specific card that PNMs must fill out and give to the Greek Life office before accepting a bid. Recruitment: The designated time in which all sororities and fraternities hold events to attract new members. PNM (Potential New Member): A student of Marietta College that has not yet pledged or accepted a bid to a fraternity or sorority. Pledge/New Member: An uninitiated member of a fraternity or sorority, who has received and accepted a bid, but has not gained full membership status yet. Ritual: The secret traditions that tie together the beliefs and standards of a greek organization.
GREEK ALPHABET A B Γ Δ E Z H Θ
Alpha Beta Gamma Delta Epsilon Zeta Eta Theta
I K Λ M N Ξ O Π
Iota Kappa Lambda Mu Nu Xi Omicron Pi
P Σ T Y Φ X Ψ Ω
Rho Sigma Tau Upsilon Phi Chi Psi Omega 5
SCHOLARSHIP AND LEADERSHIP
GAMMA SIGMA ALPHA Chartered at Marietta College on May 2, 1994, the Beta Gamma chapter of Gamma Sigma Alpha is the National Greek Academic Honors Society on campus. The purpose is to recognize and advance academic excellence as a core value of fraternities and sororities and also, showcase the diverse academic and intellectual accomplishments of members of the Greek Community. Members must have a 3.5 GPA and be in the Junior or Senior class at the time of initiation.
ORDER OF OMEGA Chartered on October 7, 1991, the Mu Beta chapter of Order of Omega is the National Greek Leadership Honors Society at Marietta College. Its purpose is to recognize fraternity men and sorority women who have attained a high standard of leadership in interfraternity activities, to encourage them to continue along this line, and to inspire others to strive for similar achievements. Membership in this society is very selective. Members of the Greek community in the top 10% are eligible for membership each year, and only the top 3% are selected to become members of the Mu Beta Chapter of Order of Omega at Marietta College. 6
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WILL I GET HAZED? Hazing has no place in our Greek community. You absolutely should not be hazed. You should never participate in any activity that makes you feel uncomfortable. If you are ever in doubt, contact Robert Marias in the Greek Life Office for more information or clarification. (The AntiHazing Policy is included in this guide for reference). HOW DO I KNOW IF MY SON/DAUGHTER IS BEING HAZED? Keep the lines of communication open with your son/daughter and make sure that you ask what activities they are participating in. If your child hesitates or says that they cannot tell you, probe a little further. Except for the ritual, your child should be able to describe everything. Some signs to look for: missing class, overly tired, and regular communication habits change significantly. WHAT WILL I GET OUT OF JOINING A FRATERNITY/SORORITY? You will be amazed at what you will get from your Greek experience. Joining a fraternity/sorority rounds out the college experience. We often say that you get a complete education in a fraternity/ sorority. Greek Life offers lifelong friends, leadership opportunities, academic support, social events, sporting activities, and networking opportunities when looking for a job or an internship. WHAT IS THE FINANCIAL OBLIGATION TO JOINING A GREEK ORGANIZATION? Each organization is different, and with that comes different costs for membership. Each chapters page includes approximate costs for members and new members per semester. Ask each chapter for a breakdown of expenses, so you can see how the dues are used for your benefit as a member/new member. WILL JOINING AFFECT MY GRADES? Ideally, yes! Our Greek organizations hold the top GPAs of all organizations on campus semester after semester! The fraternities and sororities can offer support in time management, tutoring, scholarships, and class assistance. At the end of the day, it’s up to you to earn good grades, but our chapters can help quite a bit.
6 THINGS YOU SHOULD DO DURING RECRUITMENT 1. Attend as many of the scheduled recruitment events from as many different chapters as you can, so you can get a feel for which chapter you have common ground with. 2. Go on the National Websites to see what their National organization is all about. 3. Talk to other PNMs to get a sense of who may be interested in the same chapter you are interested in. These people could potentially be in your new chapter. 4. If you have questions, feel free to go to the Campus Involvement Office and ask Robert Marias. Robert can be reached by e-mail at ram010@marietta.edu, or at 740-376-4483. 5. If you receive multiple bids, carefully consider each Chapter before deciding on which one seems to fit you best. 6. Make up your own mind. You need to make the decision that is right for YOU, regardless of what other people might say or feel, and regardless of who your friends decide to join. (You can still be friends, even if you’re in a different fraternity/sorority). 7
PANHELLENIC PRESIDENT Hello New Students, On behalf of the Panhellenic community, It is my pleasure to welcome you to a fun and exciting new life here at Marietta College. Greek Life is one of the most exciting ways to get involved on a larger scale here at Marietta College. Joining Greek life here is not just a social experience. It helps you grow my strengthening your academics, promoting service, gaining leadership experiences and creating a broad personal network. Greek life to me has brought me great joys and opportunities that I could never have gotten anywhere else on campus. In high school, I wasn’t a joiner or as involved as I should have been. Greek life gave me the chance to get involved on campus as well as give back to my community. I met amazing sisters that I know will be lifelong friends after college. My sisters have pushed me to be the best me I could be and take on leadership roles I never thought I could take on before. I encourage you to keep an open mind throughout the Formal Recruitment process and ask lots of questions. Myself, as well as the other members of the recruitment team, are here to help you in any way we can throughout this recruitment journey to find your home away from home. I am incredibly excited to see where your recruitment journey takes you. Fraternally, Maria Mudre Panhellenic President
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We, as Undergraduate members of women’s fraternities, stand for 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.
The Panhellenic Council is the governing body of all of the NPC sororities on a college campus. We are committed to relationships built on trust through transparency, accountability, and mutual respect. Innovation and our core values of friendship, leadership, service, knowledge, integrity, and community guide us in fulfilling our mission. The Council itself is comprised of the members who serve on the executive council and one delegate from each Panhellenic Chapter. To be considered a Panhellenic Chapter, you have to follow National Panhellenic Guidelines and values. This group is in charge of streamlining communications from each chapter to another, voting on bylaws and evaluating the health and morale of the community. The executive council sits in on this overarching group and has other duties as the executive council, independent of the delegates. At Marietta our Panhellenic council is made up of 5 executive Positions; President, Vice President, Recruitment Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer.
Alpha Xi Delta
Chi Omega
Sigma Kappa
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PANHELLENIC RECRUITMENT DIRECTOR Hello Potential New Members, On behalf of the Panhellenic Community, welcome to Marietta College and Sorority Primary Recruitment! Marietta College is an exceptional institution that provides many different opportunities to get involved, a great way to get involved and engaged with campus is by becoming a part of the amazing Greek Community that we have here. All of our chapters strive to succeed academically, make philanthropic contributions, and to become the best women that we can be. Throughout the recruitment process, you will meet women who are loyal, gracious and hold themselves to high standards. Most importantly, you will meet women who are proud of their organizations, their sisters, and Greek Life here at Marietta College. The experiences I have had since joining a sorority are something that I wouldn’t give up for anything else in this world. I had a hard time adjusting to college life initially, but being a part of Greek Life helped me to feel comfortable and step out of my comfort zone. Throughout my years here being a part of the Greek Community has provided me with friendships and leadership opportunities that I could not have received anywhere else. I would not be the woman I am today without the support of my sisters and the rest of the Panhellenic Community, and I will forever be grateful for everything that Greek Life has given me. I hope that you have the same great experiences as a Greek woman here at Marietta College. Participating in sorority recruitment is taking the first step in your own amazing journey. Recruitment is all about you- where you see yourself, which sorority makes you feel at home, and what you will contribute to the Greek community. The Recruitment Team and Rho Gammas are here to help you along the way! Please reach out if you need anything at all. Most importantly of all, enjoy this week and have a great time! Fraternally, Tara Moore Director of Recruitment
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RECRUITMENT GUIDES - RHO GAMMAS
2018 Recruitment Team: Maria Mudre, Tara Moore, Julia Losco, and Robert Marias
In order to ensure an enjoyable formal recruitment experience for all, Rho Gammas are assigned to groups of potential new members. A Rho Gamma is a disaffiliated member chosen to represent all Panhellenic women. Rather than represent their own chapter during recruitment, these women represent the entire community and remain a neutral sources of information for potential new members. Our Rho Gammas represent the three Panhellenic chapters on campus and will act as your recruitment guides throughout the week. They have been trained to be unbiased guides for YOU and answer any questions you may have during the recruitment period. Your Rho Gamma will lead you to your parties, give you more information about each organization and be there if you need a listening ear as you make your choices throughout the week. Her goal is to make your recruitment process as fun and stress-free as possible. Get to know and become friends with the Rho Gammas. They are all very excited to meet you and help you find the chapter that is right for you! 2018 Rho Gammas:
Loren Coontz & Megan Pennock, Katey Berg & Shannon Patberg, Jamie Farmer & Taylor Rinard
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NEW MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS
1. The right to ber treated as an individual. 2. The right to be fully informed about the recruitment process. 3. The right to ask questions and receive true and objective answers from the Panhellenic Executive Board, Rho Gammas, the Greek Advisor and sorority women. 4. The right to be treated with respect. 5. The right to be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized. 6. The right to ask how and who and recieve straight answers. 7. The right to express opinions to Rho Gammas. 8. The right to have inviolabe confidentiality when sharing information with a Rho Gamma. 9. The right to make informed decisions without undo pressure from others. 10. The right to make one’s own choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the result of that desicion. 11. The right to have a positive, safe, and enriching recruitment and new member experience.
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1. A potential new member excused by the Panhellenic Recruitment Team or Panhellenic Council Advisor for illness or an emergency will be permitted to accept an invitation to the next round of events if she is able to attend. 2. A potential new member must attend all invitations to the maximum number of events scheduled. 3. A potential new member must notify the Recruitment Director and the Panhellenic President if she decides to withdraw from the Formal Recruitment Process.
RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE & WHAT TO WEAR
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 (ORIENTATION/INFORMATION SESSION) Anything you feel comfortable in!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 (OPEN HOUSES DAY 1) Jeans/shorts/skirt; a t-shirt/graphic tee/casual shirt; comfortable shoes (you’ll be walking from house to house)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 (OPEN HOUSES DAY 2) Jeans/shorts/skirts; nice tank tops/off the shoulder shirts/casual printed shirts; comfortable sandals/shoes
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 (PHILANTHROPY NIGHT) Nice jeans/skirts/sundresses or casual dresses; nice tops; sandals
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 (PREFERENCE NIGHT) Dresses or business casual attire, refrain from excessive cleavage; nice sandals or heels (please make sure you are able to comfortably walk in the shoes that you choose to wear)
SATURDAY 9/8 (BID DAY) Wear your recuirtment shirts and shorts/jeans along with shoes you can run in to meet your new sisters!
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ALPHA XI DELTA National Founding: April 17, 1893 Chapter Chartered: May 26, 1945
Alpha Xi Delta was founded in 1893 and is one of the oldest women’s fraternal organizations. Our chapter, Beta Xi, was chartered at Marietta College in 1945. Our house is located at 322 Fifth Street, which is just a short walk to campus. The 25 women in our fraternity constantly strive to be the best version of themselves in all aspects of life. They go above and beyond academically, which is proven through the chapter’s continual outstanding GPA. Not only do these women strive to do well in class, but also they are all very involved in various organizations on and off campus, such as sports and volunteer work. Our chapter organizes many fun philanthropic events throughout the year to fundraise for Autism Speaks. We have a passion for service and helping every woman realize her potential. Every day, we strive to live through our values – courage, graciousness, and peace.
Philanthropy:
Autism Speaks
Colors:
Light Blue, Navy Blue, and Gold
Core Values:
Courage, Graciousness and Peace
New Member Dues:
$700.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$300.00
GPA Requirement:
2.5 College GPA
Instagram:
AXIDmarietta
Twitter:
@AXIDmarietta
President: Shannon Garrison seg005@marietta.edu 330-601-6217 Recruitment: Macy Kirk mak007@marietta.edu 15
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CHI OMEGA National Founding: April 5, 1895 Chapter Chartered: December 29. 1923
Chi Omega is a diverse group of girls with a variety of majors, interests, and campus involvements. We value the contributions that each member contributes to our organization as each unique individual has something different to bring to the table. We value friendship and sisterhood and support one another no matter what. From attending sporting events to attending presentations, we always work to show our sisters our love and support. As Chi Omegas we recognize that academics are the most important reason that we are at Marietta College and we strive for excellence in the classroom. We also believe that giving back our time to the community is one of the best ways to spend our free time. The Marietta community has given each of us so much and we believe that giving back is incredibly important. Although we all have unique interests, we all have a strong belief in our values and work hard to be the best Chi Omegas that we can be. Philanthropy:
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Colors:
Cardinal and Straw
Core Values:
Scholarship, Service, Friendship, Campus Involvement, and Personal Development
New Member Dues:
$500.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$435.00
GPA Requirement:
2.67 College GPA
Instagram:
ChiOmegaMC
Twitter:
@ChiOmegaMC
President: Emily Toppin ekt003@marietta.edu 330-861-3702 Recruitment: Sarah Little ssl004@marietta.edu 17
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SIGMA KAPPA National Founding: November 9, 1874
Sigma Kappa was founded on four values: personal growth, friendship, loyalty, and service. Today, our members live these values while pushing one another to achieve their individual goals. Sigma Kappa women come from many different backgrounds and have a variety of interests. Our chapter contains girls in many different areas of study. Our members are well rounded from athletes to artists to adventurers. We embrace our differences but share a common love for Sigma Kappa. We live our motto: One Heart, One Way. We have a passion for getting things done, and share a lot of fun memories along the way. No matter what we are doing—highway trash pick-up, walking to end Alzheimer’s, or making pancakes for Sigma Stacks—we share our joy and have a fun time together. Together we have slept over at a sister’s lake house, participated in Greek Week lip-synchs, and enjoyed movie nights, formals, picnics and much more! Many of us have met not only our best friends but our sisters. Philanthropy:
Alzheimer’s Association, SK Foundation, three others
Colors:
Maroon and Lavender
Core Values:
Personal Growth, Friendship, Service, and Loyalty
New Member Dues:
$415.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$330.00
GPA Requirement:
2.5 College GPA
Instagram:
SigmaKappa_MC
Twitter:
@SigmaKappa_MC
President: Taylor Pennock tap003@marietta.edu 740-350-8761 Recruitment: Katie Detsch kmd007@marietta.edu 19
5 th Street
Fraternity & Sorority Houses
Alpha Xi Delta Sorority (ΑΞΔ)
Marietta College Putnam Street Sigma Kappa Sorority (ΣΚ) Chi Omega Sorority (ΧΩ)
4th Street Field
Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity (ΑΤΩ) Christy Mall (on campus)
4 th Street Delta Tau Delta Fraternity (ΔΤΔ)
Andrews Hall Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity (ΑΣΦ)
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity (ΛΧΑ) Butler Street
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Andrews Hall Student Life – 1 st Floor
NPHC, NAPA & MGC Are you still searching for the perfect fit in our Greek Community? Do you want to leave a lasting legacy on our campus? Are you and your friends looking to create a unique fraternal experience while at college? A culturally based fraternity or sorority may be what you need. Contact Robert Marias, Assistant Director of Campus Involvement, to learn more about potential opportunities to bring something new to our historic Greek Community. ram010@marietta.edu or at 740-376-4483
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BASIC EXPECTATIONS OF GREEK MEMBERSHIP In an effort to lessen the disparity between fraternity ideals and individual behavior and to personalize these ideals in the daily undergraduate experience, the following Basic Expectations of fraternity membership have been established:
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1. I will know and understand the ideals expressed in my fraternity ritual and will strive to incorporate them in my daily life. 2. I will strive for academic achievement and practice academic integrity. 3. I will respect the dignity of all persons; therefore, I will not physically, mentally, psychologically or sexually abuse or haze any human being. 4. I will protect the health and safety of all human beings. 5. I will respect my property and the property of others; therefore, I will neither abuse nor tolerate the abuse of property. 6. I will meet my financial obligations in a timely manner. 7. I will neither use nor support the use of illegal drugs; I will neither misuse nor support the misuse of alcohol. 8. I acknowledge that a clean and attractive environment is essential to both physical and mental health; therefore, I will do all in my power to see that the chapter property is properly cleaned and maintained. 9. I will challenge my members to abide by these fraternal expectations and confront those who violate them.
INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT Greetings New Students, It is my pleasure to welcome you to Marietta College, and your home for the rest of your collegiate career. This College, your participation in Greek life, and the memories you make will mold you into people of which your parents would be proud. Over the next four years, you will enjoy the opportunities and experiences Marietta College offers while meeting people who will change your life. Marietta College offers many student organizations that impact the community. On such a small campus, it is important to stay engaged in order to receive the full college experience. It’s hard to take the first step— to leave your room and meet new people—but these actions can lead to friendships that last a lifetime. Whether you become a part of the Pioneer Activities Council, serve as a Resident Assistant, or join Greek life, participation in on-campus activities will help you grow as a person. I encourage you to take the first step by looking into all of the on-campus opportunities Marietta College provides. One way to get the full college experience is by partaking in Greek Life. Marietta College’s Greek life is arguably the most effective and involved college organization on this campus. Our well established Greek community boasts leaders all over campus. Greek life is about learning, leading, and lending to the community. At the start of the semester, you will see Greek letters all over campus as we prepare for our various recruitment events. There are numerous opportunities for on-campus involvement, but Greek life leads the charge. When it comes to community service, charity, fun, and overall attendance, Greeks more than pull their weight. This guidebook will hopefully show you a little more of what I gladly call my home here at Marietta College—the Greek community. I look forward to seeing you on campus and wish you best this semester! Fraternally, Joseph Bradley President, Interfraternity Council
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INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL IFC stands for Interfraternity Council. It is the governing body of the four (4) fraternities at Marietta College. The role of the coucil is to provide opportunities for fraternity leaders to come together, set goals, resolve conflicts, and ensure that all activities adhere to the rules set forth by Marietta College, the North American Interfraternity Conference, the individual national fraternal organizations and the Office of Campus Involvement. This council exists to further the best interests of our member chapters. We are committed to bring about positive action through leadership, brotherhood, scholarship, service and unity. For more information visit: http://www.nicindy.org
Alpha Sigma Phi
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Alpha Tau Omega
Delta Tau Delta
Lambda Chi Alpha
INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL FALL RECRUITMENT IFC Fall Recruitment MONDAY
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ATO - 6PM ASP - 8PM
ASP & ATO
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DTD & ASP
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Individual Chapter Events
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TOP 10 QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE JOINING A FRATERNITY
10. What is the time commitment? 9. What does it cost? or How much are dues each semester? 8. Are there academic requirements for membership, beyond the Greek Life Office at Marietta College? What is the GPA requirement for initiation? 7. What is the chapter’s stance on Hazing? 1-800-NOT-HAZE is a national hotline to report acts of hazing if you see or experience any type of hazing. 6. How long is the new member education period? What is involved in the new member education process? 5. Besides chapter meetings and social events what else are members expected to participate in each semester? 4. How will the Fraternity help me both in school and once I graduate? 3. What scholarship opportunities exist in the chapter and through the (Inter)-National HQ, to help me pay for college/membership? 2. What makes the Fraternity special or unique on this campus? What’s the history of this organization? 1. What do I have to offer a Fraternity, that will add value to the organization I join?
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ALPHA SIGMA PHI National Founding: December 6, 1845 Chapter Chartered: June 30, 1860
Alpha Sigma Phi was founded at Yale University on December 6th, 1845. Marietta College’s chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi was founded on June 30th, 1860 with the designation of Delta Chapter. Our members are actively living out our fraternity’s values: Silence, Charity, Purity, Honor, and Patriotism. Marietta College’s chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi has a rich and important history with our national fraternity. During the civil war era Delta Chapter kept alive the traditions of our fraternity while other chapters closed their doors. From 1867 to 1907, Delta Chapter was the only active chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi. The brothers at Marietta College were able to keep alive the fraternity until its re-founding. Fast forward to today, our brothers are actively seeking opportunities on the Marietta College campus to live out our Motto; To Better the Man. Every Alpha Sig at Marietta College has the opportunity to attend leadership conferences held in the summer and the fall. We also hold a car show once a year to raise money for the Homes for Our Troops charity. Being a member of Alpha Sigma Phi will provide many leadership opportunities, networking connections, and lifelong brotherhood. Philanthropy:
Homes for our Troops & RAINN
Colors:
Cardinal and Stone Grey
Core Values:
Silence, Charity, Purity, Honor, & Patriotism
New Member Dues:
$450.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$300.00
Instagram:
AlphaSigs_Marietta
Twitter:
@AlphaSig_Delta
President: Stephen True sct001@marietta.edu 443-974-0211 Recruitment: Benjamin Hayes bbh002@marietta.edu 27
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ALPHA TAU OMEGA National Founding: September 11, 1865 Chapter Chartered: June 24, 1890
The Alpha Tau Omega National Fraternity was established in 1865. The Marietta College chapter was established in 1890, but due to the difficult conditions during the Spanish American War, it was forced to surrender its charter in 1898. The chapter was re-established in 1920 when Alpha Digamma, a historic local fraternity founded in 1859, was granted a charter. The chapter is now known as the Beta Rho Chapter of Alpha Tau Omega. In the past 10 years, Alpha Tau Omega brothers have collectively raised over $105,000 for Bike MS to support the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This past year, we raised $12,732 for this worthy cause. Our chapter claims many notable alumni who have made a lasting impact on Marietta College and our country. Edwy Brown, class of 1894, helped establish the petroleum engineering program at Marietta College. Don Drumm, class of 1915, was a Marietta College Athletics legend as player, coach and athletic director. Major Andrew Ivan, class of 1967, served in the United States Air Force 13th Tactical Squadron during the Vietnam War. Philanthropy:
National MS Society/Bike MS
Colors:
Azure Blue and Old Gold
Core Values:
Leadership, Brotherhood, Scholarship, Character
New Member Dues:
$495.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$437.00
Instagram:
ATOBetaRho
Twitter:
@ATOBetaRho
President: Nick Gray njg002@marietta.edu 724-989-6631 Recruitment: Stephen Nesselrode sgn001@marietta.edu 29
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DELTA TAU DELTA National Founding: January 1, 1858 Chapter Chartered: November 23, 1968
In February of 1967, a Crescent Colony of Delta Tau Delta was established at Marietta College, replacing the Beta Delta Epsilon local fraternity. On Saturday, November 23, 1968, the Epsilon Upsilon Chapter of Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity was established at Marietta College—the Fraternity’s 101st Chapter. Among the Delts helping to install the Chapter and initiate the Marietta College Delts was Marietta native Robert Ferguson ’71 of Gamma Xi, who later became the Marietta Delt Chapter Advisor, and is still advising even today. Since 1855, there have been a total of nine men’s fraternity chapters established at Marietta College. Although the Delt chapter is the youngest of these, the Delts are the only one to remain in continuous operation since installation. Over 400 Marietta College men have been initiated as Delts since 1968. Delta Tau Delta is the place for leaders to hone their skills, youths to grow, students to find support and guidance, and men to find their paths to a life of excellence. Philanthropy:
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Colors:
Royal Purple, Yellow Gold, and White
Core Values:
Truth, Courage, Faith, and Power
New Member Dues:
$400.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$400.00
Instagram:
DTD_EY
Twitter:
@DTD_EY
President: David Erzen dre003@marietta.edu 412-359-9937 Recruitment: Scotty Rockhold psr001@marietta.edu 31
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LAMBDA CHI ALPHA National Founding: November 15, 1911 Chapter Chartered: March 26, 1925
Lambda Chi Alpha’s vision is to lead a co-curricular Greek movement, predicated on partnership and collaboration amongst the undergraduates, host institutions, alumni and General Fraternity, and to offer an experience that focuses on the maturational development of today’s college man. As such, it is the vision of Lambda Chi Alpha to extend itself beyond the traditional social fraternity in practice and principle.
Philanthropy:
Feeding America
Colors:
Purple, Green, and Gold
Core Values:
Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Service & Stewardship, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage
New Member Dues:
$450.00
Initiated Member Dues:
$400.00
Instagram:
lca.mc
Twitter:
@MCLambdaChi
Recruitment: Robert Marias ram010@marietta.edu 740-376-4483 33
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