2022 Recruitment Guide
Katherine Cermack Panhellenic President
Rachel Jenkins Vice President of Recruitment
Dear Potential New Member, On behalf of the Panehllenic community, we would like to welcome you to the University of Kentucky! We are excited for you to become a Kentucky Wildcat, and equally excited to share more about the Panhellenic primary recruitment process. This is an incredible time for you as a new college student, and we cannot wait for you to take part in the traditions we hold dear. The sorority experience provides a lifetime of memories, friendships and endless opportunities. Our recruitment goal each year is to help make every participant feel empowered to be themselves and to embrace the diverse experiences each chapter offers. The most important advice we can give you is to be yourself throughout the process and have an open mind from beginning to end. Our hope is that whether or not you choose to join a Panhellenic sorority, you find a place at UK to call home filled with lifelong friendships and individuals who support you and your goals. The recruitment process has been carefully planned to provide you with knowledge about the Panhellenic community, the opportunity to form new and meaningful relationships and the tools to succeed in your new role as a college student. Choosing the sorority that is the best fit for you will be a challenging but rewarding experience. Each chapter shares common goals and values. However, each chapter also has its own individual character and personality. Remember to keep your values in mind and choose a place that will make you happy. We hope you enjoy your experience throughout the Panhellenic recruitment process at the University of Kentucky. We look forward to meeting you soon! Rachel and Katherine
How to Use This Guide This booklet has been designed to answer many of the questions you might have about the Panhellenic primary recruitment process at the University of Kentucky. Here, you will find everything you need to know. From explaining what a Gamma Chi is to the types of conversations Make sure to you can expect during recruitment functions - it’s all here. You check out each will also find information about the Panhellenic Council, our individual chapter individual chapters and more ways to join our fraternity and page for tips to sorority community.
What is primary recruitment?
keep in mind throughout recruitment!
Primary recruitment is a structured process that helps Potential New Members (PNMs) and current sorority members learn more about one another. Each round of recruitment is organized to focus on a different area. Those include membership expectations, chapter values and chapter programs. Throughout the recruitment process, PNMs meet and talk with sorority members from each chapter, participate in activities and view presentations that will provide more information about what means most to each sorority.
The recruitment process is designed to allow all students to fulfill their academic responsibilities and assist them in acclimating to university life. The process is also designed to serve in the best interest of both the chapter and the potential new members through mutual selection. Throughout the recruitment process, PNMs prioritize the chapters they are interested in returning to visit, and chapters prioritize which PNMs they are interested in inviting to return. After the last round of primary recruitment, PNMs and chapters will list their top membership preferences. Panhellenic limits the size of each sorority’s new member class, so it is possible someone may not match with their first choice and instead may match with their second choice.
WHAT IS The University of Kentucky Panhellenic Association is the second largest student organization on campus with almost 4,000 members within the 15 sorority chapters. The Panhellenic Council, commonly referred to as “Panhellenic,” serves as the governing body for the Panhellenic Association. As a council, Panhellenic works to unite all members together to focus on the common goals of scholarship, philanthropy and sisterhood, which creates a network of support for chapters and members. Panhellenic provides interactive programs and activities for sorority members and all University of Kentucky students. 4
The traditions and values of the Panhellenic community originate from our individual organizations’ founders. Women’s fraternities emerged when women began being admitted into colleges with little support in this new frontier. Their founders believed women should help, inspire and motivate other women to achieve academic success and change the world around them. In 1902, 10 women’s fraternities came together to create a governing body to unite all fraternity women across the country called the National Panhellenic Conference. At UK, these values have served as the cornerstone of the community and traditions since the first sorority was established here in 1908.
The Panhellenic Creed
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.
Contact Us
We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. Be sure to follow Panhellenic on social media to learn more about our chapters and what to expect during recruitment. Phone: 859-257-3151 Email: uksorority@uky.edu Website: uksorority.com Instagram: @UK_Panhellenic
Look out each Tuesday for additions to our Let’s Talk About Series.
Facebook: University of Kentucky’s Panhellenic Council Youtube: Kentucky Panhellenic
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THE CORE VALUES OF
Academics
Academic achievement is a top priority for members, and each chapter takes great pride in its scholastic achievement. Sororities place emphasis on encouraging, developing and maintaining academic progress. Panhellenic provides programs to promote strong study habits and other incentives to support academic improvement. Additionally, time management skills of sorority women improve as they work to attain desired scholastic goals and meet chapter responsibilities. While no minimum GPA is required to participate in primary recruitment, you should take note of the minimum standard for membership of each chapter listed in this guide.
Philanthropy
University of Kentucky Panhellenic chapters support a strong tradition of service to the UK campus, community and partnering organizations. Each chapter invests a considerable amount of time into furthering their national philanthropic causes, while also serving the Lexington community. Panhellenic is proud to support the Circle of Sisterhood Foundation as the council’s primary philanthropic partner. Through the Circle of Sisterhood, the council strives to educate and empower women around the world by raising money to send young women to school. The University of Kentucky Panhellenic Council elects a committee of 15 representatives in order to plan events to educate our community on this organization’s mission and raise funds to support education. Their goal for the next few years is to raise approximately $50,000 in order to sponsor a school build in an area of the world where the school buildings are not structurally adequate for learning. This goal also provides the opportunity for community members to join the Trek Mission to build this school and see their direct impact once funds are raised.
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Each of the chapters within the Panhellenic community were founded on a distinctive set of values that have inspired long standing traditions.
Leadership
Throughout history, Panhellenic’s purpose has and will always be to empower and inspire women to reach their full potential as leaders. In addition to the numerous leadership roles within each chapter and the Panhellenic Council, the sorority experience provides women with opportunities to become involved within a variety of diverse organizations on our campus. Sorority women can be found in leadership roles within the Student Government Association, Student Activities Board, academic and leadership honorary societies and many other departmental and student organizations. Involvement and active participation in leadership activities enable sorority women to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today’s fast-paced job market.
Belonging and Engagement
While each chapter has its own values, the foundation of a sorority experience is finding friendships and opportunities to belong on campus. Formals, date parties, sisterhood events and chapter retreats all support the goal of bringing members together to develop bonds of friendship. The close bond of friendship shared among members provides a strong support system that encourages women to pursue their goals and provides a sense of kinship within the college community. All sororities maintain a responsible social policy and promote Panhellenic standards for careful planning of safe social activities.
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Financial
Joining a Panhellenic chapter carries a financial commitment that is expected to be fulfilled throughout chapter membership. The financial obligations of membership are often met by the members themselves through a job or customized payment plans. The cost of dues differs between chapters, so it is important to ask questions about finances during recruitment! On average, new members can expect to pay $1,300 for the first semester of membership. This amount includes several one-time costs such as national fees and a membership pin. Members who live in the chapter house pay an average of $4,950 per semester, which includes dues as well as meals and rent for the chapter house. Members who do not live in the house pay an average of $900 per semester in chapter dues. A full list of chapter costs will be provided to every PNM after registering for recruitment.
Housing
Living in a sorority house is a great transition from living in the residence halls because it has many of the same benefits as oncampus housing plus the opportunity to live with your sisters. Great advantages of living in a sorority house include being in the central location of all chapter activities, having meals served Monday through Friday and rooming with at least one other member. If a chapter has housing, you should expect to live in the house for at least two semesters. All sorority housing and housing requirements are different, so this is another great conversation topic during recruitment.
Time Commitment
The Panhellenic community prides itself on high levels of participation in university and council events that occur throughout the school year. While there are many optional events provided within each chapter, members should expect their attendance to be required at chapter meetings, philanthropy events and any other mandatory programming included in the cost of dues. The specific requirements are covered by each chapter during Philanthropy Round. In general, the sorority experience is what you make of it and there are opportunities to be involved as much or as little as you’d like. 8
PNM RIGHTS AND Potential New Member Bill of Rights
PNM have the right to… • Be treated as an individual and be fully informed about the recruitment process. • Ask questions and receive true and objective answers from recruitment counselors and members. • Be treated with respect as a capable and mature person without being patronized. • Ask how and why and receive straight answers about the recruitment process. • Express opinions to recruitment counselors and have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with recruitment counselors. • Make informed choices without undue pressure from others. • Be fully informed about the National Panhellenic Conference Unanimous Agreements implicit in the Membership Recruitment Acceptance Binding Agreement (MRABA) signing process. • Make your own choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of that decision. • Have a safe, positive and enriching recruitment and new member experience.
PNM Responsibilities
PNM are expected to uphold the same values and expectations as our current members. Panhellenic has created the Code of Ethics for PNM to help you understand those expectations. As a participant in Panhellenic Primary Recruitment, I will… 1. Behave respectfully toward myself, other PNM, chapter members, recruitment counselors and university staff at all times. 2. Act politely and respectfully when attending recruitment events. 3. Attend all recruitment events including recruitment rounds and events organized by the Panhellenic Council. 4. Do not discuss my opinion of any sorority participating in recruitment with other PNM. 5. Do not discuss or reveal a known affiliation of any recruitment counselor (Gamma Chi) or Panhellenic Recruitment Staff member with other PNM. 6. Communicate regularly with my recruitment counselor, including if I choose to withdraw from primary recruitment week. 7. Follow all expectations and policies of the University of Kentucky, the Panhellenic Council and the National Panhellenic Conference, shared with me by my recruitment counselor and recruitment staff.
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Recruitment Basics How to Register
Women who want to participate in Panhellenic primary recruitment need to register online at uky.mycampusdirector2.com and pay the registration fee. The registration form asks important questions, including activities and interests, as well as academic accomplishments. The $150 registration fee covers the cost of your participation in recruitment including three t-shirts, one meal and the programming provided by Panhellenic. We encourage everyone to register by Friday, July 15 to receive an invite to a private Q&A session with the Gamma Chi’s, but registration will be open from Sunday, May 1 - Thursday, August 25.
Gamma Chis
Panhellenic trains a group of women, known as Gamma Chis, for the purpose of providing a more enjoyable and less stressful atmosphere during primary recruitment. All Gamma Chis remain disaffiliated from their own chapters during recruitment. Disaffiliation enables Gamma Chis to answer questions and guide potential new members without bias or preference to a particular chapter. Please do not ask your Gamma Chi her affiliation, nor share her affiliation with other PNMs if known. Your Gamma Chi will provide information about the process, accompany you to primary recruitment functions and provide a listening ear as you make decisions concerning sorority membership. Panhellenic chooses Gamma Chis based on enthusiasm for UK and sorority life, as well as objectivity and dependability.
PNM Orientation
PNM Orientation is designed to give you all of the information you need to be successful during primary recruitment. Orientation is split in two parts. First, each PNM will go to a welcome session on either Monday, August 22 or Tuesday, August 23. This session includes a speaker to learn more about what values-based recruitment is, how recruitment works and how to talk about their values throughout recruitment. Then on Friday, August 26, PNMs will meet with their Gamma Chi groups and get to participate in fun activities to explore their values, decision making skills and what to expect throughout the recruitment process. Later that night, Gamma Chi groups will attend Recruitment Kickoff to socialize! 10
Open House
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 27-28
During Open House, you will be attending functions at each of the 14 chapters over the two-day period. This initial round is designed to familiarize you with the chapters and the benefits of joining a Panhellenic sorority. Your Gamma Chi group will accompany you to each chapter throughout this round. These first two days are designed to be casual, so have fun! Types of conversations: You will be having get-to-know-you conversations in this round including what you did over the summer, what hobbies and interests you have, where you call home and much more.
Wear This*: Recruitment t-shirt (provided), casual shorts, comfortable shoes (such as tennis shoes or sandals) Not That: Suits, dresses, dress shoes (such as heels or wedges) * These are only suggestions. What is most important is
that you are comfortable and able to express yourself. Please don’t feel like you need to purchase any clothing.
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Philanthropy
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2-3
The second round marks the beginning of the invitational rounds, and you may attend up to 10 chapters during the two days. Each pointed new member will have an individualized schedule, so you will attend these functions on your own. Gamma Chis will be stationed around campus to help you navigate traveling from chapter to chapter. This round of recruitment focuses on each sorority’s philanthropic partner. Types of conversations: You should expect to talk about how you have been involved in community service and how you see yourself contributing to the university and Lexington communities. Each chapter will discuss the requirements of membership,including academics, time commitments and community service. We encourage you to ask questions!
Wear This*: Dressy shorts, casual skirts, comfortable sandals Not That: Casual shorts, fancy dresses, uncomfortable shoes * These are only suggestions. What is most important is
that you are comfortable and able to express yourself. Please don’t feel like you need to purchase any clothing.
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Sisterhood SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
The third round allows PNMs to attend up to six chapter’s functions. Each function in this round lasts longer than the previous rounds to allow for more in-depth conversations. Sororities present information about the ideals, responsibilities and bonds that unite their members. By this round, you may begin to notice more meaningful connections being made in the chapters you visit. You will also be able to recognize the individuality and spirit of each sorority. Sorority members may share personal feelings about their chapter to assist you in understanding the uniqueness of each sorority. Types of conversations: During this round, you will be talking about what means the most to you. This can range from family and friends to other important aspects of your life. The chapters will be talking about their values and how they relate to your values. Each chapter will review its financial and housing expectations with you on this day, so be prepared to ask questions. Wear This*: Casual dresses, skirt outfits, blouse and dress pants, dressy sandals Not That: Shorts, fancy dresses, uncomfortable shoes * These are only suggestions. What is most important is
that you are comfortable and able to express yourself. Please don’t feel like you need to purchase any clothing.
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Preference MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5
Preference is the last day of recruitment rounds. An invitation to a preference function indicates a sorority’s strong interest in you as a future member. You may attend up to two functions on this day. Preference functions have a more serious tone; a sorority’s presentation will reflect the values and ideals held in high esteem by members. Listen carefully to what the women say as they are revealing the strongest characteristics of their chapter to you. Types of conversations: This day you should be having deeper conversations about how you could fit into the chapter. You will be talking to the members about why they chose their organization and how you could contribute to that sisterhood. Focus on what group is going to make you the best version of yourself.
Wear This*: Reception dress attire, comfortable dress shoes Not That: Prom-style or sequined dresses, shorts, uncomfortable shoes * These are only suggestions. What is most important is
that you are comfortable and able to express yourself. Please don’t feel like you need to purchase any clothing.
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Bid Day
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
On Bid Day, new members receive their invitations, or bids, to join a sorority. It is a day when potential new members officially meet their new sisters. Chapters will organize fun activities for you to get to know your new member class and more members of the chapter that evening. All activities will wrap up no later than 10:30 p.m. on this day so that you can be well rested for classes on Wednesday. The new member period can last as few as four weeks or span an entire semester depending on the chapter. New member meetings are typically held one night a week. During this time, you learn about the history of your chapter, your inter/national organization and FSL organizations at UK. Many scholarship, philanthropic and social activities are planned by the chapter to help you get to know your sisters and other members of your new member class.
Wear This*: Bid Day t-shirt (provided), casual shorts, jeans, comfortable shoes (tennis shoes or sandals) Not That: Dresses, uncomfortable shoes * These are only suggestions. What is most important is
that you are comfortable and able to express yourself. Please don’t feel like you need to purchase any clothing.
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Alpha Chi Omega Nickname: Alpha Chi Values: Wisdom, Devotion, Achievement Philanthropy: Greenhouse 17 and Domestic Violence Awareness Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.95 New Member Dues: $1,572 Instagram: @uk_axo Website: alphachiomegauky.com
TIP: Be yourself. Each chapter on the University of Kentucky’s campus has its own personality and characteristics. The best way to find the perfect home for you is to be yourself throughout the entire process!
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TIP: Manage your time wisely. Between academics and Panhellenic recruitment, your academics always come first. Be sure to chedule enough time to meet all of your external obligations. You’ll have time to study during breaks between recruitment functions.
Alpha Delta Pi Nickname: ADPi Values: Sisterhood, Values and Ethics, High Academic Standards, Social Responsibility Philanthropy: Leadership, Scholarship, Sisterhood and Services Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,295 Instagram: @ukadpi Website: ukalphadeltapi.com
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Alpha Gamma Delta Nickname: Alpha Gam Values: Loving, Leading and Lasting Philanthropy: Fighting Hunger and the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.5 New Member Dues: $1,288 Instagram: @ukalphagam Website: uky.alphagammadelta.org
TIP: Get to know your Gamma Chi group.
Your Gamma Chi group is a great way to meet friends, not only for your time participating in recruitment, but also throughout college. The women in your Gamma Chi group are going through the same process as you, so it will be helpful to confide in and receive support from them.
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TIP: Ask about financial obligations. Be
sure to discuss these expectations with each chapter you are considering before you make a final decision. We would also recommend you discuss financial obligations with anyone who might be providing you with financial assistance.
Alpha Phi Nickname: A Phi (pronounced: fee) Values: Sisterhood, Generosity, Character, Innovation Philanthropy: Alpha Phi Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 3.2 New Member Dues: $1,692 Instagram: @ukalphaphi Website: ukalphaphi.com 19
Chi Omega Nickname: Chi O Values: Scholarship, Sisterhood, Campus Activities, Community Service and Personal Development Philanthropy: Make-A-Wish Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,100 Instagram: @ukchiomega Website: uky.chiomega.com
TIP: Keep your charged phone or a notebook with you in between rounds take note of anything you want to remember from your time visiting each chapter! This will help you during the decision-making time of the process.
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TIP: Stay hydrated and well rested throughout the process. You’ll be doing a lot of talking, and your experience will be more positive if you feel your best.
Delta Delta Delta Nickname: Tri Delta Values: Truth, Friendship, Self-Sacrifice Philanthropy: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,374 Instagram: @uktridelta Website: uky.tridelta.org
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Delta Gamma Nickname: DG Values: Friendship, Education & Cultural Interest, Social Responsibility Philanthropy: Service for Sight, Delta Gamma Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $1,573 Instagram: @ukdeltagamma Website: uky.deltagamma.org
TIP: Check out some of Panhellenic’s programs outside of functions. There will be numerous optional activities to relax and unwind when you have breaks so if you have any free time, try to check them out!
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TIP: Don’t be scared to ask your Gamma Chi questions. If you have any questions about recruitment, school, campus resources or anything else, your Gamma Chi is there to answer any and all of them, so please don’t hesitate to ask.
Delta Zeta Nickname: DZ Values: Friendship, Belonging, Empowerment, Curiosity, Generosity Philanthropy: Speech and Hearing Minimum High School GPA: 2.8 Minimum College GPA: 2.7 New Member Dues: $1,288 Instagram: @ukdeltazeta Website: ukdz.org
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Gamma Phi Beta Nickname: Gamma Phi Values: Love, Labor, Learning, Loyalty Philanthropy: Building Strong Girls, Girls on the Run Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $1,514 Instagram: @ukgammaphibeta Website: ukgammaphibeta.com
TIP: Get to know the women who are going through this process with you. The person standing next to you outside of a chapter house could become your sorority sister, and you already have something in common!
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TIP: Go into recruitment with an open mind. Every chapter is so great and has so much to offer, so don’t limit yourself by ruling any out before the process even starts.
Kappa Alpha Theta Nickname: Theta Values: Faith, Hope, Love Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lexington Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,547 Instagram: @uktheta Website: kentucky.kappaalphatheta.org
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Kappa Delta Nickname: Kaydee Values: Building Confidence and Inspiring Action Philanthropy: Prevent Child Abuse America and The Nest Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,015 Twitter: @ukkappadelta Website: uky.kappadelta.org
TIP: Choose outfits that make you feel comfortable and confident. Panhellenic uses a values-based recruitment process, and the chapters want to get to know you for you! Wear clothes that make you feel your best and are also comfortable to be wearing all day.
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TIP: Give your all to the time you spend with each chapter. The days of recruitment can be long but finding meaningful connections with women takes time and will be worth it in the end!
Kappa Kappa Gamma Nickname: Kappa Values: Truth, Connection, Respect, Optimism, Trailblazing, Knowledge Philanthropy: Kentucky Center for Grieving Children and Families and The Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.3 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $1,804 Instagram: @uk_kappa Website: uky.kappa.org
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Phi Mu Nickname: Phi Mu Values: Love, Honor, Truth Philanthropy: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.75 New Member Dues: $1,478 Instagram: @phimu_uk Website: uky.phimu.org
TIP: Don’t be afraid to ask the recruiters questions. Women recruiting for their chapters want you to ask questions! They want to help you learn as much about their chapter as possible, and they are excited to talk to you about it.
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TIP: Stay true to what feels right for you. Do your best to choose chapters based on what fits your needs, and don’t feel pressured to make the same decisions as other people.
Pi Beta Phi Nickname: Pi Phi Values: Integrity, Lifelong Commitment, Honor and Respect, Personal and Intellectual Growth, Philanthropic Service to Others, and Sincere Friendship Philanthropy: Read > Lead > Achieve Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $1,168 Instagram: @ukpiphi Website: uky.pibetaphi.org 29
Frequently
ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need alumnae references?
Alumnae references, or recommendation letters, are not required to participate in the primary recruitment process at UK. While some organizations do require a recommendation from an alumna, it is the responsibility of the sorority to obtain that recommendation. Potential new members are NOT required to secure recommendations in order to receive bids. Alumnae members should visit the organization’s website to submit an alumna reference.
What is a legacy? Do I need to be one to join a sorority? A legacy is a close relative of a member of a sorority (usually mothers, grandmothers and sisters) but each chapter has a different policy on legacy recruitment. Legacies are not guaranteed a bid and all PNMs are expected to consider all chapters equally. It is important that each PNM finds a chapter with whom she shares values and feels comfortable.
Does everyone receive a bid?
The purpose of the recruitment process is to allow you and the chapters to decide on the best fit. The reality is that not everyone who goes through recruitment finds a match. Every effort is made to provide opportunities for involvement to all women who are interested in sorority membership.
What about COB?
Continuous Open Bidding (COB) begins after the conclusion of primary recruitment and continues throughout the academic year. You are only eligible to participate in COB if you have not matched to a chapter during primary recruitment. COB events are usually very relaxed and might include things like having a movie night, going bowling or other informal activities. Participating sororities will contact you to invite you to attend their membership activities or host open events anyone can attend. Keep in mind, you will not hear from all the sororities. Some chapters fill their total during the fall recruitment process and are not eligible to participate in COB.
You can fill out the Sorority interest contact form for COB online at uksorority.com/COB. COB has no registration fee. Questions regarding COB can be answered by sorority women or the Fraternity and Sorority Life Office at 859-257-3151. 30
Fraternity and Sorority Life
AT UK
Panhellenic primary recruitment is not the only way to join the fraternity and sorority community at UK! The University of Kentucky is proud to support four governing councils: Interfraternity Council (IFC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Panhellenic Council and the United Greek Council (UGC). Both NPHC and UGC provide opportunities for exceptional sorority membership experiences.
Phi Sigma Rho
Phi Sigma Rho, or Phi Rho, is an associate member of the Panhellenic Council. As an associate member, Phi Rho does not participate in the primary recruitment process. Membership is limited to women or those who identify as non-binary pursuing a degree in engineering, biochemistry, biology, computer science, environmental science and sustainability studies, mathematics, neuroscience or physics. You can find more information about Phi Sigma Rho at uk.phisigmarho.org.
National Pan-Hellenic Council
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is a coordinating body for seven active chapters at UK of nine historically African American sororities and fraternities. NPHC works to provide advocacy, as well as educational and cultural programming. You can find more information about the three sororities housed within this council at kentuckyNPHC.com.
United Greek Council
The United Greek Council (UGC) is the governing body for special-interest and culturally-based organizations. UGC works together to plan social, educational and service programs that celebrate their diverse membership. You can find more information about the five sororities housed within this council at kentuckyUGC.com.
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Panhellenic Association Fraternity and Sorority Life Office 518 Patterson Office Tower Lexington, KY 40506-0027 859-257-3151 Instagram: @uk_panhellenic Facebook: University of Kentucky’s Panhellenic Council Twitter: @UK_Panhellenic Email: uksorority@uky.edu www.uksorority.com An Equal Opportunity University
Schedule at a Glance Monday, August 22 and Tuesday, August 23 Potential New Member Orientation PNMs attend one of the two orientation sessions based on their Gamma Chi group. Wednesday, August 24 Recruitment Registration Closes Friday, August 26 Gamma Chi Small Group Activities: 5 - 8 p.m. Recruitment Kickoff: 8 - 11 p.m. Saturday, August 27 Open House Round Day 1 Sunday, August 28 Open House Round Day 2
Friday, September 2 Philanthropy Round Day 1 Saturday, September 3 Philanthropy Round Day 2 Sunday, September 4 Sisterhood Round Monday, September 5 Preference Round Labor Day - No Classes Tuesday, September 6 Bid Day Panhellenic Pledging Ceremony: 7 p.m. Chapter Bid Day Activities: 8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.