USF Panhellenic Recruitment Booklet 2011 by Kristina Sparacino

YOUR GUIDE TO

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Welcome to USF.................................................................. 1 What You Need to Know About Recruitment How Formal Recruitment Works.................................... 2 Recruitment Guidelines.................................................. 2 The Mutual Selection Process....................................... 2 What Happens at Recruitment Events?......................... 3 Recruitment Counselors: What is a Pi Chi?................... 3 Orientation Night............................................................ 4 Spirit Day........................................................................ 4 Philanthropy Day............................................................ 4 Sisterhood Day............................................................... 5 .. Preference Day.............................................................. 5 Bid Night Celebration..................................................... 5 Recruitment Contact...................................................... 6 Mandatory Acceptance Policy........................................ 6 Signing and Accepting a Bid.......................................... 6 Conduct.......................................................................... 6 Rumors........................................................................... 6 General Tips......................................................................... 7 PNMs Bill of Rights............................................................. 7 What to Bring Checklist...................................................... 7 How to Register for Recruitment....................................... 8 Recruitment Schedule........................................................ 8 10 Tips for Choosing the RIght Sorority for You.............. 9 What is Panhellenic?................................................... 10-11 Panhellenic Promotesâ&#x20AC;Ś Scholarship.................................................................. 12 Leadership................................................................... 12 Sisterhood.................................................................... 13 Service ......................................................................... 13 Sorority Information ADP - Alpha Delta Pi.............................................14-15 AOP - Alpha Omicron Pi........................................16-17 CW - Chi Omega.................................................18-19 DDD - Delta Delta Delta........................................20-21 DG - Delta Gamma..............................................22-23 KD - Kappa Delta................................................24-25 SDT - Sigma Delta Tau.........................................26-27 ZTA - Zeta Tau Alpha............................................28-29 Panhellenic Glossary........................................................ 30 The Greek Alphabet........................................................... 30 Frequently-Asked Questions........................................... 31 Anti-Hazing Policy............................................................. 31 Our Sponsors................................................................32-37

Note: All information contained in this guide was accurate at press time and is subject to change. Please consult your Pi Chi for the most up-to-date information.

Dear Potential New Member, On behalf of the Panhellenic Association, we would like to welcome you to the University of South Florida and to Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment 2011. Joining a sorority is an extremely exciting and wonderful way to enhance your college experience – it’s a way to meet lifelong friends, a great way to get involved at USF, and it can make the campus feel more intimate by creating a home away from home. Each sorority encourages individual development by setting high ideals in leadership, scholarship, services to others, and sisterhood. Memories of sorority experiences will be treasured for years after graduation, and many of the friendships created will be cherished for a lifetime. No matter which sorority you choose, you will find a unique bond of friendship. You will be joining a group of women with whom you will be able to share laughter, dreams, and even tears. Above all, the lessons learned will remain in your heart forever and will help you grow for the rest of your life! Throughout Recruitment Week you will be provided with an opportunity to learn about and meet each sorority. The best advice that we can give you is to try to enter Recruitment with an open mind. Each organization has its own unique characteristics and outstanding qualities. Look for the group that best fits your personality, ideals and gives you the most opportunity for personal growth and development. Most of all look for the group where you feel most at home. If you have any questions or if there’s anything we can do for you, please let us know. We are here for you! We want to wish each one of you the best during your time at the University of South Florida. We hope to see you during Recruitment! Go Bulls! Erin Potter President Diana Padilla Vice President of Recruitment and Retention Stephanie Marsan Vice President of Recruitment Personnel

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

HOW FORMAL RECRUITMENT WORKS FORMAL RECRUITMENT is conducted through a means of mutual selection. At the end of each round, Potential New Members (important) will priority rank the chapters they would like to see again. Likewise, the chapters invite back the PNMs that they believe will be a good fit for their chapter. The data are then compiled by a computer software program and schedules are produced for each guest for the next round. This process continues throughout the week until Preference Round. Immediately following the last preference event, preference card signing will be explained to all PNMs. WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FORMAL RECRUITMENT is hosted by the Panhellenic Association, and is a great way to meet the eight National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) chapters at the University of South Florida. As a new or returning student at USF, formal recruitment is a great introduction to the campus and an excellent way to form a network of close friends within just a few days. AS A POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER, you will have the opportunity to attend events at each of the NPC chapters. Throughout the week by a process of mutual selection, both chapters and guests will narrow their choices. While you might not get your top choice, all of our chapters at the University of South Florida have something to offer and guests are strongly encouraged to keep an open mind. By participating in formal recruitment you are taking the first step toward an active and enriching experience as a sorority member at USF. Without a doubt, you will meet women who will be your best friends during your college years and beyond.

THE MUTUAL SELECTION PROCESS

Formal Recruitment is a mutual selection process that balances the preferences of each potential new member with those of the existing sorority chapters. There is no specific formula that explains why a young woman is released from a particular chapter, or why a woman prefers one chapter more than another.

RECRUITMENT GUIDELINES

To ensure a smoother, more enjoyable Recruitment Week, the Panhellenic Association and its sororities have set up some regulations for the recruitment period. These rules are designed to help you make an unbiased decision concerning sorority membership and to give all USF sororities an equal opportunity during the membership selection process. Your cooperation in adhering to these regulations will be greatly appreciated. If you feel that one of these rules has been violated, please speak with your Pi Chi or any member of the Panhellenic Executive Board about the issue. Sorority members may only recruit during recruitment events. Outside of recruitment events, sorority women may only engage in friendly contact. Invitations to recruitment events will be extended through the Panhellenic Association and given to PNMs by their Pi Chis. Invitations or bids from individual chapters are STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Affiliated sorority women (collegian or alumnae) may not call, send gifts or letters of any kind to unaffiliated Potential New Members. In addition to these general rules, all women associated with sororities at USF subscribe to a Code of Ethics. According to the Code of Ethics, sorority members will not pressure, or promise membership to join a particular group prior to the issuing of formal bids by the Panhellenic Association.

WHAT HAPPENS AT A RECRUITMENT EVENT? A recruitment event is the time set aside for PNMs to learn more about individual chapters and for chapter members to learn more about prospective members. PNMs will meet and talk to various members of the chapter. Remember: Chapter members are just as nervous about meeting new people and making a good impression as you are! They are concentrating on

portraying a favorable image of their chapter as much as you are concerned about positively representing yourself. Most women are meeting you for the first time and need to ask the same “get to know you” questions. Don’t be shy. The more you get to know the chapters, and vice-versa, the easier it will be to select the chapters that are right for you.

RECRUITMENT COUNSELORS: WHAT IS A PI CHI? A Pi Chi, or Panhellenic Recruitment Counselor, is a woman who is a member of a sorority at the University of South Florida. She has disaffiliated from her chapter so that she can facilitate the recruitment experience of Potential New Members. Pi Chis are trained for the purpose of providing a more enjoyable and less stressful atmosphere during Recruitment Week. Pi Chis are chosen based on enthusiasm for USF and Greek Life, objectivity, and dependability. Pi Chis are here to answer any questions, promote positive attitudes, explain all aspects of Recruitment, and be there for PNMs. While Recruitment Counselors will plan activities to do during Recruitment Week, their primary purpose is to help you experience Recruitment in the most positive way possible and help solve any problems you may have. It is very important that you attend any meetings your Pi Chis may hold as they will have important information for you. They will also be a shoulder to lean on when decisions get tough and will always be ready to give you support, as they went through Recruitment too!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Orientation Night

Tuesday, August 30, 2011 • 9:00 pm This event is a mandatory Orientation Night. PNMs will be meeting their Pi Chis and the Panhellenic Executive Board. All questions will be answered and final schedules for the week will be distributed. This is also a chance to get a sneak peek at the sororities that you will be meeting by visiting their information tables. What to Wear: Come dressed casually!

Spirit Day

Thursday, September 1, 2011 & Friday, September 2, 2011 • 4:00 pm

Spirit Day consists of eight, 30-minute events where PNMs will visit eight Panhellenic houses for a meet and greet with each sorority’s members. After visiting all eight houses, PNMs will rank the eight sororities based on who they would like to receive invitations from for the next day.

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What to Wear: Spirit Day is the most casual day of Recruitment and is themed around USF spirit! PNMs should wear simple tank tops or T-shirts paired with shorts or capri pants. Comfortable sneakers or sandals are recommended because there will be a lot of walking and standing.

Philanthropy Day

Saturday, September 3, 2011 • All Day Philanthropy Day consists of up to six events lasting 40 minutes. On this day, PNMs will participate in an activity (usually a craft) that will support each sorority’s philanthropy. After visiting the sororities, PNMs will rank the houses they visited based on who they would like to receive invitations from the next day. What to Wear: Casual attire is recommended such as a simple shirt with capri pants or a skirt. This day involves making a craft based on the individual sorority’s philanthropy. Be sure not to wear expensive clothing or jewelry as many crafts involve paint or glue. PNMs should wear comfortable shoes.

Sisterhood Day

Sunday, September 4, 2011 • All Day Sisterhood Day consists of up to 4 events lasting 50 minutes. On this day, sororities will show PNMs a video displaying the chapter’s sisterhood, philanthropy, activities and other aspects of the chapter they wish to highlight. After visiting the sororities, PNMs will rank the houses they visited based on who they would like to receive invitations from for the next day. What to Wear: Sisterhood Day is slightly more formal than Philanthropy Day. PNMs should select outfits that they would wear to church, temple, or to a nice dinner. Sundresses or nice skirts and tops are suggested. Simple jewelry may be worn and shoes should be comfortable.

Preference Day

Monday, September 5, 2011 • All Day Preference Day consists of up to two events lasting an hour each. On this day, sororities welcome PNMs for a deeper look into their sisterhood, traditions, and in some cases, the sorority’s ritual. At the end of the day, PNMs will rank the chapters they have visited that day by who they would like receive a bid or invitation of membership. What to Wear: Preference Day is the most formal round of Recruitment. Formal dresses that you would have worn to a cocktail or semi-formal benefit are good examples of what most people opt to wear. Simple jewelry may be worn. It is advisable to bring flip flops to wear between events.

Bid Night Celebration

Monday, September 5, 2011 • 6:00 pm Bid Night is the last event of Recruitment Week! It is a fun and eventful evening when PNMs find out which sorority has extended them an invitation. Sororities celebrate the new women joining their sorority. There is also a revealing ceremony where you will find out which sorority your Pi Chis and the Executive Board belong to. What to Wear: Bid Night is a very informal night. All PNMs should wear the Recruitment T-shirt provided to them at the beginning of the week, comfortable bottoms, and shoes to run home in!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

PNMs may not have pre-recruitment interaction with any undergraduate or alumna sorority member. Pre-recruiting is defined as any communication about any specific chapter(s). Fall Formal Recruitment begins on August 30 with check-in and orientation and ends on Bid Day, September 5. During Formal Recruitment, PNMs may not have any contact, beyond casual contact and interaction, with any undergraduate or alumnae sorority member, or fraternity member outside of formal events. A prospective member shall not buy anything for a sorority member, nor shall a sorority member buy anything for a prospective member.

MANDATORY ACCEPTANCE POLICY

The Panhellenic Council has a mandatory acceptance policy. This means that a PNM is required to attend all chapter events on their schedule that they are invited back to. Guest may not “pick and choose” the chapters they wish to attend on their schedule. If a PNM chooses not to attend a chapter on her event schedule, then she will be removed from the recruitment process. Mandatory acceptance only applies to event invitation selection, not to preference card signing.

SIGNING & ACCEPTING A BID

In signing a preference card, a PNM is making a binding agreement that she will accept a bid from those sororities she lists, in order of preference, on her card. Furthermore, should a woman refuse to become a new member of a sorority she has preferenced, she will be unable to join another NPC sorority for one calendar year.

CONDUCT

Since PNMs will be occupied by Formal Recruitment, we ask that you refrain from outside social activities and work commitments during the five days of recruitment. It is highly recommended that you refrain from the use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs.

RUMORS

It is possible that during recruitment you may hear rumors about chapters or chapter members. Speaking unfavorably about a chapter, chapter members, or another prospective member could result in influencing someone’s recruitment experience and hurting someone’s feelings. If you encounter any negative comments or behaviors from the chapter members or PNMs, please report it. Questions and concerns should be directed to the Pi Chis (Recruitment Counselors) or members of the Panhellenic Executive Board or Advisors.

• It is expected that you will become thirsty, so know that you will be offered refreshments by the chapters. If you are offered a beverage, be practical. If you are thirsty, take it; but it is acceptable to decline if you so choose.

• Please make time to use the restroom before events begin. NOTE: PNMs are not allowed to use the restrooms inside the sorority houses. • BE ON TIME! Recruitment is a minute-byminute process!

n A hair brush

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The right to be treated as an individual. The right to be fully informed about the recruitment process. The right to ask questions and receive true and objective answers from a Pi Chi and members. The right to be treated with respect. The right to be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized. The right to ask how and why and receive straight answers. The right to have and express opinions to Pi Chis. The right to have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with Pi Chis. The right to make informed choices without undue pressure from others. The right to be fully informed about the binding agreements implicit in the preference card signing. The right to make one’s own choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of that decision. The right to have a positive, safe, and enriching recruitment and new member experience.

n Any prescribed medications you are currently taking n Tissues, contact solution, or any other necessary toiletries n An umbrella n

The 2011 Fall Recruitment bag which will be provided to you at Orientation Night to use throughout the week. This will eliminate having to bring a purse or backpack.

Snack foods – Panhellenic does provide food and refreshments during breaks buy you may get hungry before meals are served. Pack your favorite snack to cure those hunger pains.

n Reading material – In between events, you may want to occupy time by curling up with a good book or a magazine. n The Recruitment Booklet n Two pens (you will want to write notes in your booklet after visiting sororities) n A sweater or jacket (the air-conditioning is sometimes cold in the house)

HOW TO REGISTER FOR

Registration Registration for the 2011 Panhellenic Sorority Recruitment is only available online. Registration is open and will close Orientation Night on Tuesday, August 30, 2011. • To register, you must visit www.usfpanhellenic. com and click on the button that says “Register for Recruitment” on the home page. • Have your University Identification number, or U-number, ready as well as your home address and high school information. It is optional to include a list of activities and a photo. • You have the option to wait to pay for registration, but if you are prepared to pay at that time, please have a credit card ready. If you wish, you may also write a check to USF Panhellenic and mail it to the following address:

Orientation Night Tuesday, August 30, 2011 9:00 pm Spirit Day Thursday, September 1, 2011 & Friday, September 2, 2011 4:00 pm Philanthropy Day Saturday, September 3, 2011 All Day

Panhellenic Association Attn: Abigail Savage 4202 E Fowler Ave MSC4100 Tampa, FL 33620-2246

Sisterhood Day Sunday, September 4, 2011 All Day

The registration will be $65 if paid before August 1. Thereafter, the cost will be $75.

Preference Day Monday, September 5, 2011 All Day

If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the Vice President of Recruitment & Retention, Diana Padilla or Vice President of Personnel, Stephanie Marson, at usfsororityrecruitment@yahoo.com

You can register online at www.usfpanhellenic.com

Recruitment Schedule

Bid Day Celebration Monday, September 5, 2011 6:00 pm

1. Select a sorority that fits your lifestyle. 2. Make sure that you join a sorority you feel comfortable with and enjoy the time spent with the rest of the members. 3. Select a sorority that will provide you with a rich experience in friendship and guidance in classes. College is hard work and friends will be there to help you along the way. Your sorority sisters will be there to help you through challenging times, congratulate you during your triumphs, and push you to do the best that you can. 4. Avoid selecting a sorority just because your friend is in it (or wants to be in it) and you want to be with her. This is the absolute worst way to select a sorority, simply because joining a sorority is a choice that must be made by each individual. Your choice needs to benefit you personally. 5. One thing to bear in mind is that sororities vary from campus to campus. While one woman might be completely happy in a particular sorority on her campus, if she had attended a different college she might never have joined the same sorority. For that reason it is important to carefully evaluate each sorority as it is on your campus. While it might have been your lifelong dream to follow in your momâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s footsteps and join the same sorority, you might find that you really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like that chapter at your own college. It is perfectly fine to choose something else.

the events and consider where you felt most at home. Remember to look at the organization as a whole and not just base your decision on one member you felt a connection with. 7. Make sure that you understand academic, monetary, housing, and behavioral requirements of a particular sorority before accepting an invitation to join. It is important to realize what will be expected of you. Remember to ask questions if there is anything you are uncertain about. 8. Once initiated, you may only choose one sorority to be in for the rest of your life. Make sure that your choice is one that you really want to be a part of for a lifetime. 9. Choose a sorority that is focused on fundraising activities that are important to you. This will result in you being able to help with a cause that you are passionate about. 10. Select a sorority that will improve your academic experience and not distract from it with questionable behavior or activities.

6. Learn as much as you can about each chapter. Get to know as many members as possible during

WHAT IS

ounded in 1902, the National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) is an umbrella organization for 26 inter/ national womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fraternities and sororities. Each member group is a self-governing Greek-letter society of college women and alumnae. Members are represented on over 620 campuses in the United States and Canada, and over 4,600 alumnae associations, making up over 3.6 million sorority women. In fact, the NPC is the largest womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organization in the world! The Panhellenic Association at USF is the governing body over eight NPC sororities on our campus. It is responsible for organizing activities of mutual concern and interest to its member organizations and the rest of the campus. The Association promotes positive ideals of sorority life at USF and contributes to the USF community through involvement, leadership, academic achievement, philanthropic projects, school spirit, and overall support.

Panhellenic Executive Board

Panhellenic Cabinet

Junior Panhellenic

Panhellenic Ethics Board

The Panhellenic Executive Board oversees the operation of the Panhellenic Association. Each officer is a member of a Panhellenic sorority at USF and represents the interests of the Association at large. If you are interested in learning more about the positions of the Panhellenic Executive Board, feel free to ask an Executive Board member or visit the Panhellenic website.

Junior Panhellenic is comprised of two new member representatives from the eight Panhellenic chapters on campus and an Executive Board. The purpose of Junior Panhellenic is to promote interfraternity friendship and increase awareness, knowledge and participation in the Panhellenic Association. It encourages the special responsibilities and good campus citizenship that sorority membership entails. By holding biweekly meetings specifically designed for them, new members have an outlet to learn and become familiar with the rules and regulations of the Panhellenic Association, therefore preparing them for early leadership roles in both their own chapters and the Panhellenic Association. Junior Panhellenic functions under the guidance of the Panhellenic Association and even has separate bylaws.

The Panhellenic Cabinet is a body of appointed sorority women who coordinate various programming for the Association. Directors work alongside the Panhellenic Executive Board in planning and implementing activities for the Panhellenic Association and throughout the USF campus and community. Serving on the Panhellenic Cabinet serves as a great preparatory tool for holding future chapter and Panhellenic leadership positions.

The Panhellenic Ethics Board is comprised of two justices per chapter, one serving as an alternate. This board is responsible for dealing with any violations (by an individual chapter member or a chapter) of the Constitution, Bylaws, Recruitment Rules/Guidelines, Code of Ethics, policies of the National Panhellenic Conference, and the NPC Unanimous Agreements. They also serve to promote ethical leadership and Panhellenic unity.

Executive Board Members Erin Potter Panhellenic President

In charge of the overall operations and serves as the official delegate for our Panhellenic.

Abigail Savage Vice President of Administration

Administers the financial operations and record keeping for the Association and oversees each chapter’s delegates.

Chelsey Castellano Vice President of Programming

Organizes Panhellenic-wide programming efforts and supervises the Cabinet directors.

Diana Padilla Vice President of Recruitment & Retention Manages the Association’s recruitment operations and is in charge of Panhellenic initiatives for new members.

Farah Stiltner Vice President of Internal Affairs

Cabinet Directors Amanda Cole Director of Social Media Kelsey Curls Director of Finance Kristin Edwards Director of Philanthropy Natalie Emerson Director of Academics Ashlie Filkins Director of Relations & Recognition Nicole Hartmann Director of University Engagement Allison MacCumbee Recruitment & Retention Assistant

Oversees the scholarship, standards, and risk management initiatives for the Association.

Zara Rahim Director of Women’s Issues

Kristina Sparacino Vice President of External Affairs

Annalise Sinclair Director of Communications

Coordinates the marketing and public relations for Panhellenic and takes care of all affairs dealing with non-Panhellenic organizations.

Stephanie Marsan Vice President of Personnel

Educates, trains, and manages the Recruitment Counselors and assists potential new members with understanding the Recruitment process.

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NICKNAME ADPi USF CHAPTER Epsilon Lambda FOUNDED May 15, 1851 FLOWER Woodland Violet SYMBOL Diamond, Lion (Alphie) COLORS Azure Blue and White PHILANTHROPY Ronald McDonald House GPA REQUIREMENT Incoming Freshmen: 3.14 | Current Students: 3.0 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $1040 | In-House Dues: $637 | Out-of-House Dues: $837

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“We live for each other”

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USF CHAPTER Gamma Theta FOUNDED January 2, 1897 FLOWER Jacqueminot Rose SYMBOL Rose, Panda COLORS Cardinal PHILANTHROPY Adult & Juvenile Arthritis Research GPA REQUIREMENT Incoming Freshman: 3.0 | Current College Student: 2.75 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $923 | In-House Dues: $375 | Out-of-House Dues: $625

“One Motto, One Badge, One Bond, and Singleness of Heart”

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NICKNAME Chi-O USF CHAPTER Theta Theta FOUNDED April 5, 1895 FLOWER White Carnation SYMBOL Owl COLORS Cardinal & Straw PHILANTHROPY Make-A-Wish Foundation GPA REQUIREMENT New Members - First-Semester Freshman: 3.0 | Second Semester Freshman: 2.7 | Upper Classmen: 2.5 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $700 | In-House Dues: $345 | Out-of-House Dues: $420

Π Δ Α “To be womanly always,

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NICKNAME Tri Delta USF CHAPTER Beta Alpha FOUNDED Thanksgiving Eve, 1888 FLOWER Pansy SYMBOL Pearl, Pine, Dolphin COLORS Silver, Gold, Blue PHILANTHROPY St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital GPA REQUIREMENT 2.5 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $1162 | In-House Dues: $565 | Out-of-House Dues: $730

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“Let us steadfastly love one another”

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NICKNAME Dee Gee USF CHAPTER Delta Kappa FOUNDED December 25, 1873 FLOWER Cream Colored Rose SYMBOL Anchor COLORS Bronze, Pink & Blue PHILANTHROPY Service for Sight GPA REQUIREMENT 3.0 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $1090 | In-House Dues: $690 | Out-of-House Dues: $690

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NICKNAME Kay Dee Ladies USF CHAPTER Delta Eta FOUNDED October 23, 1897 FLOWER White Rose SYMBOL Dagger & Nautilus Shell COLORS Olive Green & Pearl White PHILANTHROPY Prevent Child Abuse America, Girl Scouts of the USA, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital of Richmond, Virginia & Orthopedic Research Award GPA REQUIREMENT 3.0 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $1215 | In-House Dues: $600 | Out-of-House Dues: $825

NICKNAME Sig Delt USF CHAPTER Gamma Eta FOUNDED March 25, 1917 FLOWER Yellow Tea Rose SYMBOL The Torch COLORS Café Au Lait & Old Blue PHILANTHROPY Prevent Child Abuse America GPA REQUIREMENT New Members: 2.5 | Active Members: 2.7 | Executive Board: 2.75 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $950 | In-House Dues: $650 | Out-of-House Dues: $850 | Summer Dues: $125

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NICKNAME Zeta USF CHAPTER Kappa Sigma FOUNDED October 15, 1898 FLOWER White Violet SYMBOL The Five Pointed Crown & The Strawberry COLORS Turquoise Blue & Steel Gray PHILANTHROPY Breast Cancer Education & Awareness

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GPA REQUIREMENT Incoming Freshman: 3.0 | Current College Student: 2.5 CHAPTER DUES New Members: $982 | In-House Dues: $585 | Out-of-House Dues: $790

Active - A person who has been initiated into lifelong membership in a Greek organization. Also called a member. Alumna - A graduated member of a women’s sorority; Plural: Alumnae. Alumnae often support chapter activities through donations, assistance with advising, employment of undergraduates, and mentoring. Badge - Sorority pin worn by an initiated member which bears an emblem of the organization. Bid - A membership invitation extended to a prospective member. Big Sister - An active member of a sorority who serves as a sponsor, advisor, and special friend to a new member, guiding them through their new member program and initiation. Chapter - A local group of a national sorority designated by a specific Greek name. Chapter Advisor - An alumna who establishes and maintains a close advisory relationship with a chapter and serves as a teacher, counselor, and friend. Greeks - Members of a fraternity of sorority, distinguishing themselves by letters.

House Corporation - A legal entity holding title to, or leasing, any real property (land and building) for a chapter’s living/meeting purpose. Informal Recruitment - A continuous, open recruitment period with no specific, scheduled system-wide activities for recruiting new members. Bids may be extended and accepted at any time. Initiation - A values-based ceremony that marks the acceptance of lifetime commitment to the Greek organization. Legacy - A daughter, sister, or granddaughter of a fraternity/sorority member. New Member - A person who has accepted a bid to join a sorority chapter but has not yet been initiated. Philanthropy - Philanthropic events done by fraternities and sororities to raise money for local and national charities. Also refers to a cause supported by a fraternity/sorority. Pi Chi - (or “Recruitment Counselor) a woman who is a member of a sorority at the University of South Florida and is trained for the purpose of providing a more enjoyable and less stressful atmosphere during Recruitment Week. PNM - Acronym for “Potential New Member.” Sister - An initiated member of a sorority. It is used as a form of address from one initiated member to another.

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THETA / THAY–TAH

IOTA / EYE–O–TAH

KAPPA / CAP–AH

LAMBDA / LAM–DAH

MU / MEW

NU / NEW

XI / ZZ–EYE

OMICRON / OM–AH–CRON

PI / PIE

RHO / ROW

SIGMA / SIG–MA

TAU / TAWH

UPSILON / YOOP-SI-LON

PHI / FIGH

CHI / KIGH

PSI / SIGH

OMEGA / O–MAY–GAH

Does a sorority take up a lot of time? While each sororityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s membership requirements differ, a general range for commitment is anywhere from four to eight hours a week. Whether it be a community service project, planning an event, or regular weekly meetings, members have learned to manager their time wisely with other commitments such as schoolwork, a job, friends outside of their chapter, as well as other organizations that they are involved with. Are sororities expensive? Annual membership dues vary for each sorority. This cost is used to pay for the upkeep of the house, community service, scholarships, member development programs, intramurals, formals and many of the social events offered. I am new to campus. Should I wait until I know my way around classes and campus before joining? USF is a large campus with more than 40,000 students. The sooner you know more people, the more comfortable you will feel on campus. By joining your first year, you will find adjusting to life at USF a lot easier. Most members who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t join their first year often wish they had. Is recruitment only for freshmen? No! Women of all ages are welcome to go through the recruitment process.

Hazing is strictly prohibited; it is treated with severe consequences. The Panhellenic Association and its members follow and strictly uphold the following policies: Hazing is defined as any action or situation with or without consent that recklessly, intentionally, or unintentionally endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or creates risk of injury, or causes discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule or that willfully destroys or removes public or private property for the purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in, a chapter or colony of a NPC (National Panhellenic Conference) member fraternity.

Do I have to go to all the Recruitment events? Yes! The purpose of Recruitment is to get enough information about each sorority to make an informed decision regarding the chapter you would like to join. It is best if you attendâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;this ensures you are able to make the best decision possible. What if during Recruitment week I discover that I am not ready to commit to sorority life? A potential new member is never obligated to join a sorority. For various reasons, if you would not like to continue with Recruitment, you may choose to withdraw. If you withdraw prior to receiving a bid on Bid Day, you are eligible to participate in Informal Recruitment. Informal Recruitment continues throughout the academic year. If during the week you decide that you no longer want to participate in the recruitment process, you should discuss these feelings with your Pi Chis, who will help you make the best decision for you. Do I need to be a legacy to join? No, each potential new member has the same opportunity to joining a sorority whether she is a legacy or not. Each chapter has a different policy on recruiting legacies. Legacies are not guaranteed a bid and all potential new members are expected to consider all chapters equally. Do I need a reference letter? At the University of South Florida, recommendation letters are not required but they are happily accepted. Recommendations are used to simply introduce a potential new member to the chapter before Recruitment starts.

Such activities and situations include, but are not limited to: creation of excessive fatigue; psychological shocks; wearing publicly apparel that is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; engaging in public stunts and jokes; participating in treasure or scavenger hunts; morally degrading or humiliating games and activities that interrupt normal sleep patterns; and any other activities that are not consistent with fraternal law, ritual, or the regulations and policies of the member fraternity or educational institution. All member groups will affirm their regulations and policies on hazing and inform their membership of the NPC (National Panhellenic Conference) position on hazing through mailings and their inter/national organizations.

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