2020 Recruitment Guide
Welcome! Dear Potential New Members, On behalf of the Panhellenic community, we would like to welcome you to the University of Kentucky! Not only are we excited for you to become a Kentucky Wildcat, but we’re also excited to tell you all about the Panhellenic primary recruitment process. This is an exciting time for you as a new college student, and we cannot wait for you to take part in the traditions that we hold dear. The sorority experience provides memories, friendships and endless opportunities. Our goal for recruitment each year is to help make every participant feel empowered to be themselves and to embrace the diverse experiences that each of our chapters offers. The most important advice we can give you is to be completely yourself throughout the process and have an open mind from beginning to end. Our hope is that whether you choose to join a Panhellenic sorority, or choose to only spend recruitment with us, that you find a place to call home filled with lifelong friendships and individuals to support you and your goals. The primary 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 own values in mind and choose what will make you happy. We hope that you enjoy your experience throughout the Panhellenic recruitment process at the University of Kentucky. We look forward to meeting you soon! Laura-Leigh Phelps Vice President of Recruitment Regan Martin Panhellenic President The schedule for primary recruitment may be adjusted this year to accommodate health and safety regulations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. All changes will be announced and clearly communicated to women who register, as well as on the Panhellenic website and social media platforms.
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. You will find everything from explaining what a Gamma Chi is and does to what to bring with you during recruitment and Make sure to what types of conversations you can expect. You will also find check out the information in this guide about our Panhellenic Council, the tip on each individual chapters and more ways to join our fraternity and sorority life community. individual chapter
WHAT IS PRIMARY RECRUITMENT?
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Primary recruitment is a structured process that helps potential new members (PNMs) and sorority members learn more about one another. Each round of recruitment is organized to focus on a different area including membership expectations, chapter values and chapter programs. Throughout the recruitment process, PNMs talk one-on-one with sorority members, as well as participate in activities and view presentations that will provide information about what means most to each sorority.
The recruitment process is designed to allow all students to fulfill their academic responsibilities and to help assist in acclimating to university life. The process is also designed to serve in the best interest of the chapters 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, potential new members 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 to 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 15 inter/national 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 create a network of support for chapters and members. Panhellenic provides interactive programs and activities for sorority members and all University of Kentucky students.
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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. Our 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 that would unite all fraternity women across the country called the National Panhellenic Conference. At UK, these values have served as the cornerstone of our 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 our college community to the best of our ability. 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 for which we strive to live.
CONTACT US
We would love to hear from you to answer any questions you may have about recruitment or Panhellenic in general. Be sure to follow Panhellenic on social media to learn more about what to expect in recruitment and more about our chapters. Phone: 859-257-3151 Email: uksorority@uky.edu Website: uksorority@uky.edu Instagram: @UK_Panhellenic
Look out each Tuesday for a Talking Tuesday livestream.
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 our members, and each of our chapters takes great pride in their level of scholastic achievement. Sororities place great emphasis on encouraging, developing and maintaining academic progress. Panhellenic provides tutors, study programs and other incentives to promote academic improvement. Additionally, time management skills of sorority women improve as they work to attain desired scholastic goals while meeting 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 our UK campus, community and partnering organizations. Each chapter has its own independent philanthropic causes and invests a considerable amount of time into furthering their national philanthropic causes while also serving the Lexington community. Our Panhellenic Council is proud to partner with Circle of Sisterhood as our council philanthropy. Through the Circle of Sisterhood, we strive to educate and empower women around the world by raising money to send young women to school as well as to sponsor a school build in a developing country. 6
Each of the chapters within the Panhellenic community were founded on a unique set of values that have inspired traditions that have withstood the test of time. These traditions can be found in our activities, behavior and, most importantly, the new members chapters initiate into their organizations.
LEADERSHIP
Throughout Panhellenic’s history, our purpose has and will always be to empower and inspire women to reach their full potential as leaders and students. Through networking and the support of our community, our organizations provide women with optimal opportunities to become involved within a variety of diverse organizations on our campus. Sorority women can be found in 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 the fast-paced job market of today.
BELONGING AND ENGAGEMENT
The University of Kentucky Panhellenic Council provides a diverse selection of events to expose members to a variety of social programs. 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 promoting Panhellenic standards for careful planning of safe social activities. 7
EXPECTATIONS of MEMBERSHIP
FINANCIAL
Joining a Panhellenic chapter carries a financial commitment that is expected to be fulfilled throughout the years of chapter membership. The financial obligations of membership are often met by the member 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 $4,300 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 sent to every PNM in the mail after registering for recruitment.
HOUSING
While not all chapters are currently housed, this is an important part of the expectations of membership. Living in a sorority house is a great transition from living in the residence halls because it has many of the same benefits as the residence halls 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, 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. Most sorority Housing Corporations operate much like a landlord and must have all available spots occupied with a signed contract (and possibly a deposit). Each chapter has a house director who lives in an apartment within the house to provide security along with supervision of meals, maintenance and housekeeping. All sorority housing is 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 many events are optional, chapter members are responsible for attending and actively participating in three main types of events: chapter meetings, philanthropy events and study hours. The specific requirements are covered by each chapter during Philanthropy Round. 8
PNM RIGHTS and RESPONSIBILITIES
POTENTIAL NEW MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS Potential New Members have the right to... • • • • • • • • • • • •
Be treated as an individual Be fully informed about the recruitment process Ask questions and receive true and objective answers from recruitment counselors and members Be treated with respect Be treated as a capable and mature person without being patronized Ask how and why and receive straight answers Have and express opinions to recruitment counselors Have inviolable confidentiality when sharing information with recruitment counselors Make informed choices without undue pressure from others Be fully informed about the binding agreements implicit in the acceptance card signing Make one’s own choice and decision and accept full responsibility for the results of that decision Have a positive, safe and enriching recruitment and new member experience
PNM RESPONSIBILITIES
Potential new members are expected to uphold the same values and expectations as our current members. Panhellenic has created the Code of Ethics for Potential New Members to help you understand those expectations. As a participant in Panhellenic Primary Recruitment, I will: 1. Behave respectfully toward myself, other potential new members, 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. Not discuss my opinion of any sorority participating in recruitment with other potential new members. 5. Not discuss or reveal a known affiliation of any recruitment counselor or Panhellenic recruitment staff member with other potential new members. 6. Communicate regularly with my recruitment counselor, including if I choose to withdraw from primary recruitment week, 7. Follow all expectations and policies the University of Kentucky, the Panhellenic Council and the National Panhellenic Conference shared with me by my recruitment counselor and recruitment staff. 9
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 you important questions including activities and interests as well as academic accomplishments. The registration fee covers the cost of your participation in recruitment including three t-shirts, two meals and the programming provided by Panhellenic. We encourage everyone to register by July 16 to receive the early bird registration rate, but registration will be open from June 1 to August 26.
Early bird by July 16: $150 Regular before August 1: $175 August 1 – August 26: $200
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 the information you need to be successful during primary recruitment. Orientation is split in two parts. First, each PNM will go to an orientation session on either August 24 or 25. 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 28, PNMs will meet with their Gamma Chi groups and get to participate in fun activities to explore your values, decision making skills and what to expect throughout the recruitment process. Later that night, Gamma Chi groups will attend Recruitment Kickoff to socialize while enjoying live music and free Kona Ice! 10
Open House
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, AUGUST 29-30
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 fraternity and sorority community 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 relaxing, so have fun! Types of conversations: You will be having basic get-to-know-you conversations in this round. The conversations will be about what you did over the summer, what talents and interests you have, where you are from 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)
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Philanthropy
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4-5
The second round marks the beginning of the invitational rounds, and you may attend up to 10 chapters during round two. You will attend these functions by yourself because each potential new member will have an individualized schedule. Gamma Chis will be stationed around campus to help you navigate traveling from chapter to chapter. You will visit all the chapters on your individualized schedule within both of these days. This round of recruitment focuses on each sorority’s philanthropic partner and chapters will also share about their community service activities. 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 academic, time and community service.
Wear This: Dressy shorts, casual skirts, comfortable sandals Not That: Casual shorts, fancy dresses, uncomfortable shoes
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Sisterhood SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
The third round allows potential new members to attend up to six chapters. Each function lasts longer to allow more in-depth conversations. Sororities present information about the ideals, responsibilities and bonds that unite their members. By this round you may begin to recognize faces 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
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Preference MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
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; 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
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Bid Day
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
On Bid Day, new members receive their invitations, or bids, to join a sorority. It is an exciting day when potential new members meet their new sisters and pledge the sorority. 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 be wrapped up no later than 10:30 p.m. on this day so that you can attend classes on Wednesday. The new member period can last as few as four weeks or 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 other fraternities and sororities at UK. Many scholarship, philanthropy 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
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Alpha Chi Omega Nickname: Alpha Chi Values: Wisdom, Devotion, Achievement Philanthropy: Domestic Violence Awareness and The Alpha Chi Omega Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $1,517.50 Instagram: @uk_axo Twitter: @UK_AXO Website: kentuckyalphachiomega.net
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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Alpha Delta Pi Nickname: ADPi Values: Friendship, Scholarship, Authenticity Philanthropy: Ronald McDonald House Charities Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,624.75 Instagram: @ukadpi Twitter: @ukadpi Website: ukadpi.com
TIP: Manage your time wisely. Between academics and Panhellenic recruitment, your academics always come first. Be sure to schedule in enough time to meet all of your external obligations. You will also have time to study between breaks.
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Alpha Gamma Delta Nickname: Alpha Gam Values: Loving, Leading, Lasting Philanthropy: Fighting Hunger Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 3.2 New Member Dues: $1,208 Instagram: @ukalphagam Twitter: @alphagamepsilon 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. In addition, 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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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: $1,924 Instagram: @ukalphaphi Twitter: @ukalphaphi Website: ukalphaphi.com
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 your parents or whoever may be assisting you with your financial obligations.
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Chi Omega Nickname: Chi O Values: Friendship, Personal Integrity, Service to Others, Academic Excellence and Intellectual Pursuits, Community and Campus Involvement, Personal and Career Development Philanthropy: Make-A-Wish Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,153 Instagram: @ukchiomega Twitter: @uk_chiomega Website: uky.chiomega.com
TIP: Wear or pack comfortable shoes. You will be going all across campus at some points, and there will be Gamma Chis to help you find your way, but you will definitely need comfortable shoes every day!
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Delta Delta Delta Nickname: Tri Delt Values: Truth, Friendship, Self-Sacrifice Philanthropy: St. Jude Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,535.50 Instagram: @uktridelta Twitter: @uktridelta Website: uky.tridelta.org
TIP: Pack light and don’t bring expensive things with you. You will be going all over campus and will not be bringing things into functions with you, so pack light and don’t bring anything that can’t be left outside during functions.
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Delta Gamma Nickname: DG Values: Friendship, Education, Social Responsibility Philanthropy: Service for Sight Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.6 New Member Dues: $1,328.68 Instagram: @ukdeltagamma Twitter: @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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Delta Zeta Nickname: DZ Values: Friendship, Belonging, Empowerment Philanthropy: Speech and Hearing Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,169 Instagram: @ukdeltazeta Twitter: @ukdeltazeta Website: ukdz.org
TIP: Don’t be scared to ask your Gamma Chi questions. If you have any questions about recruitment, school, campus, resources, etc., your Gamma Chi is there to answer any and all of them that she can, so please don’t hesitate to ask.
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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: 2.6 New Member Dues: $1,118 Instagram: @ukgammaphibeta Twitter: @ukgammaphibeta Website: ukgammaphibeta.com
TIP: Stay balanced during the recruitment process. Academics always takes first priority but sleep and self-care are always essential to help you give 100% to everything you have going on.
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Kappa Alpha Theta Nickname: Theta Values: Faith, Hope, Love Philanthropy: Court Appointed Special Advocates of Lexington Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $1,194 Instagram: @uktheta Twitter: @uktheta Website: kentucky.kappaalphatheta.org
TIP: Go into recruitment with an open mind. Every chapter is so great and has so much to offer, so don’t sell yourself short by ruling any out before the process even starts.
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Kappa Delta Nickname: KD Values: Confidence, Compassion, Loyalty Philanthropy: Girl Scouts of the USA, Prevent Child Abuse America Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 3.0 New Member Dues: $973 Twitter: @uk_kappadelta Instagram: @uk_kappadelta Website: uky.kappadelta.org
TIP: Choose outfits that make you feel comfortable and confident. This is valuesbased recruitment and the chapters want to get to know you for you, so wear clothes that make you feel your best and are also comfortable to be walking around in and wearing all day.
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Kappa Kappa Gamma Nickname: Kappa Values: Individuality, Education, Loyalty Philanthropy: Reading is Fundamental, GIRLS Academy, Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation Minimum High School GPA: 3.3 Minimum College GPA: 2.7 New Member Dues: $1,625 Twitter: @kentuckykkg Instagram: @kentuckykkg Website: uky.kappa.org
TIP: Take notes. Especially during the early rounds of recruitment; you will be having lots of conversations, and it can be helpful to write down what stands out to you.
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Phi Mu Nickname: Phi Mu Values: Authenticity, Diversity, Friendship Philanthropy: Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Minimum High School GPA: 3.2 Minimum College GPA: 2.75 New Member Dues: $1,690.35 Instagram: @phimu_uk Twitter: @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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Pi Beta Phi Nickname: Pi Phi Values: Sincere Friendship, Philanthropic Service, Personal and Intellectual Growth Philanthropy: Read > Lead > Achieve Minimum High School GPA: 3.0 Minimum College GPA: 2.8 New Member Dues: $984 Twitter: @ukpiphi Instagram: @ukpiphi Website: uky.pibetaphi.org
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.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO I NEED ALUMNA REFERENCES?
Alumna 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. Alumna 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 recruiting legacies. Legacies are not guaranteed a bid and all potential new members are expected to consider all chapters equally. It is important that each potential member find 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, but every effort is made to provide opportunities for involvement to any young woman who is 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 been 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. Keep in mind, you will not hear from all the sororities. Some chapters fill their total during the fall recruitment process and they are not eligible to participate in COB.
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FRATERNITY AND SORORITY LIFE AT UK
Panhellenic primary recruitment is not the only way to join fraternity and sorority life at UK! The University of Kentucky is proud to have a large fraternity and sorority community that consists of 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 pursuing a degree in engineering or technical studies. 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 of the 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 in this council at kentuckyNPHC.com.
UNITED GREEK COUNCIL
United Greek Council (UGC) is a governing body of 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 in this council at kentuckyUGC.com. 31
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 and Tuesday, August 24 & 25 Potential New Member Orientation PNMs attend one of the two orientation sessions based on their Gamma Chi group. Wednesday, August 26 Recruitment Registration Closes Friday, August 28 Gamma Chi Small Group Activities: 5-8 p.m. Recruitment Kickoff: 9 - 11 p.m. Saturday, August 29 Open House Round Day 1 Functions: 9 a.m. - 7:50 p.m. Lunch Break: 1 p.m. Sunday, August 30 Open House Round Day 2 Functions: 8:20 a.m. - 7:10 p.m. Lunch Break: 1 p.m.
Friday, September 4 Philanthropy Round Day 1 Functions: 4:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m. Saturday, September 5 Philanthropy Round Day 2 Functions: 8 a.m. - 8:35 p.m. Lunch break will be based on individual schedule. Sunday, September 6 Sisterhood Round Functions: 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Lunch break will be based on individual schedule. Monday, September 7 Preference Round Pre-Preference Orientation with Gamma Chi group: 9 a.m. Functions: 11 a.m. - 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, September 8 Bid Day Panhellenic Pledging Ceremony: 7 p.m. Chapter Bid Day Activities: 8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.