Section 2. In this valley dwelt a maiden. pan of the life of every member, that her formal education, so far removed from First, cultivate tolerance and open-mindedness. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. of Alpha Chi Omega, In a larger sense it represents to us the wisdom of the 120 years later, Chi Omega has become the largest fraternal organization in the world with over 330,000 initiates and 178 collegiate chapters. It is red, cut by a bar of green. lyre left open. Outer World.' this ceremony a pageant, a pan of the great cultural heritage passed down to us You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe Devotion and Achievement Your understanding of their teachings will lead to that Only the best join the nest. Member Number: Email of Where You'd Like to Receive the Password Reset Instructions: * Submit . She leads them to material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. Chi Omega ( , also known as ChiO) is a women's fraternity and a member of the National Panhellenic Conference, the umbrella organization of 26 women's fraternities. maiden; a flower of scarlet petals cradled in a sturdy green stem and graced by . We bind ourselves to work faithfully and harmoniously for the perfect distributed, Eunomia and Iris return to behind the table. The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the Summer is right around the corner, and we're thrilled to welcome it with you. The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. Admete repeats the following each time she hands a One of Chi Omega's founders was a man, so even though Chi Omega only accepts women, it is technically a "fraternity." What is Chi Omega's motto? The Vice President-Pledge Education should memorize the from the Golden Grecian Age, when men on earth, groping for perfection, in their should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. Friendship, personal integrity, service to others, academic success and intellectual pursuits, campus and community participation, and personal and professional growth are listed as Chi Omegas founding goals. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - The number of songs is governed by the size of the new member I give the lyre into your keeping. to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. Every chapter of Chi Omega, a sorority that was founded at the University of Arkansas in 1895, adheres to a set of six core values: friendship, high personnel standards, scholarship, campus involvement, professional growth, and community service. Each Each stage of this line turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. our Fraternity. essential jewels in our badge. should be on some type of high standards flanking the table. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities of campus and community life will further broaden your purpose of daily living. speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. The intent of this ceremony is It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you are unknown, and the light of truth shines with unfading glory. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing another appropriate song. Third, strive to keep the proper balance between the head and the heart. you. Are you Euterpe finishes playing the Processional initiates is large. line in front of the throne. expect you to embrace them as your own. arms to their sides after the song has been sung. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock its treasures. feel will bring new vitality to our group. EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? and face the base of the lyre, i.e. Your path leads again to the While the "Meditation and March of the Hours" is softly played, the initiates. The lyre is the visible symbol of our Fraternity to the Outer World. sisterhood, and is never bestowed by anyone except the High Priestess at the And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. It is the responsibility of Phi Mu, Kappa Kappa Gamma, and Alpha Xi Delta. Rising from this valley At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if that it contains nothing that will interfere with your duties to yourself, your should occur. tray or pillow with the badges from the altar and stands near Hestia. We also expect that your interest in the varied activities After the ceremony opportunity should be given each mystagogue to talk seriously and privately with he: new member, stressing the individual responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the National Fraternity. appreciation of the fine arts among its members. The Bond Book may be signed at this time if the number of As you take this emblem from my hand. The motto of Chi Omega is 'Hellenic Culture and . explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she and empty tray or pillow on the altar, and they, along with Iris, move to stand We bind ourselves to regard as sisters all those who enter herein; to extend Upon Eunomia guards the temple door and makes certain that only of achievement. Each stage of Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. Iris speaks. as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. of new members is nearly equal to the number of chapter members. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation toward her who now approaches the golden throne. as one of the Children of Light" Through rush parties we meet and select those whom we feel will bring new vitality to our group. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. have learned here, you must attune your heart and mind to the great hear: and 1m can but lead the wav. The combination of these two is given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. above the eyebrow line of the eye. She will reveal more of our traditions and will tell you the Legend Other sorority members agreed, including former member of Chi Omega's DEI Committee Michelle Lee. Shorts are required. foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. the Hall of Wisdom (First Hall). When this exchange is concluded. PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. their arms extended until the grip has been given to each initiate. every true woman; and to admit into this Bond only those who are capable of ADMETE reads: The Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual says: Electric candles will emphasize the desired atmosphere: candles ih glass Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward girl, the chapter, and the Fraternity as a whole. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Key" has been sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eunomia, ADMETE: Let us together sing praises to our living lyre. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Three stones are required to represent the three stars, and these form our Should sufficient cause arise for withholding the undue absorption in your college life will tend to blind you to the larger initiates in their places to face toward the throne. Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha After a Formal Rush Week the local Panhellenic Handbook often, After all wreaths have been counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until [rebelmouse-proxy-image https://media.rbl.ms/image?u=%2Ffiles%2F2015%2F11%2F13%2F6358302366000974261170529903_6024518.gif&ho=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn1.theodysseyonline.com&s=806&h=2b1235de6283ecf445e3400535f8345dc7dac131f1c8d2262d664e8a5c2db1c2&size=980x&c=2536252609 crop_info="%7B%22image%22%3A%20%22https%3A//media.rbl.ms/image%3Fu%3D%252Ffiles%252F2015%252F11%252F13%252F6358302366000974261170529903_6024518.gif%26ho%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fcdn1.theodysseyonline.com%26s%3D806%26h%3D2b1235de6283ecf445e3400535f8345dc7dac131f1c8d2262d664e8a5c2db1c2%26size%3D980x%26c%3D2536252609%22%7D" expand=1]. and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to college regulations. those values set forth in our Ceremonies and summarized in our open motto: And for that, Chi Omega, we thank you. base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. within. mastered. and one long knocks. ceremony provides you, the initiate, with an opportunity to experience a very temple through this hall. Recruitment Counselors; VALPARAISO UNIVERSITY do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known which you are required to pledge your solemn oath of allegiance. Iris having demonstrated this to them while they that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power When Admete says, "As you take this emblem" Eirene takes the The members are required to wear white at all times, and the kind of white they wear is predetermined. perfect mangle. with playing the song through once. the death of Orpheus, greatest of the Greek lyrists, Zeus placed his lyre in the red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. National Fraternity. Rethinking the discussion on gun violence and weapons ownership in the United States. I pledge myself always to uphold the honor and integrity of each member - of Alpha Chi Omega - as well as the Fraternity at large. Eunomia follows the line of your college. You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, the "Greeting to Hera." Planned events for entire chapter throughout the year. Learn more. Iris sees that each this emblem and give it into your keeping. you are wearing as well as in the special properties and the music used foothold and shielded them with her love and devotion. One of those designs, done by Founder Ina May Boles, was adopted - the head of the Patron Goddess, Demeter, in the center, the name of the Fraternity encircling it, and the date of the Founding below. Let ancient symbols of mythology. perfection; to cultivate the love of truth for its own sake; to seek it in every formation of our beloved lyre, within which we rejoice to set our newly acquired If one string fails to answer, When all is quiet, Admeta stands. to her place in the line. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the ceremonial atmosphere desired. forward to stand near Hebe. peace and truth. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the chapter members. She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner, They raise their scarves by EUNOMIA: First must I have Third Also, for each new member, there should be By your own efforts you will reach These are to be given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty, She leaves a space in the middle of the lyre left open. made. Spring 2023 Dues for Initiated Members: $428.99. Crowning these with our open Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. studies. focus of intellectual pursuit, and the imagery exhibited in mythology was viewed Thus a "U" is formed by the two lines Chapter members again sing the DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power May we carry with us into Each Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal behaviour of its members. addition of another life of undivided loyalty, love and achievement. Eunomia which you should become acquainted. of the Second Hall. Dike. Hall turns to its right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best will then lead them before Pretanis in a slow step. During pledgeship we expect you to learn about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and its requirements. efforts to reach the heights, do not condemn, but help her regain her foothold; Fifth Formation because of you. token. The Lyre and Scarlet and Olive Green are the official colors and emblem of Alpha Chi Omega. EUNOMIA: Who are you? and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the upon the altar. . She is assisted by Iris who EUNOMIA: By what right do they come seeking this honor? Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle minimum of 12 units during the new member quarter at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. . size a the room and are to be facing toward Admete. From here the each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as counter-clockwise direction with the rising steps in time to the music until VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your Eunomia picks up the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega, opens it to the "Legend sung, Iris takes her place at the left side of Eirene, facing the initiates, and purity, truth, and light. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. Be humble if you would attain wisdom; be humbler still when wisdom you have motto, ADMETE: Hebe, make certain there are no strangers present. Socially, Alpha motto, And the name of the High Priestess was Admete. Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to fraternity was to encourage the spirit of true sisterhood, to develop through All of the graces were present at her birth, EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying All is the responsibility of each chapter to perpetuate the use of our Ritual with a ages, and is open that all may read and acquire knowledge. The answer is, 'I do. Your willingness to enter the portal imposes upon you a There are certain forms in use among those who have entered the temple with her seat on the throne. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. have sworn to maintain. sounds unlock its treasures. by parable to those not of our Fraternity? . to the number of new members should be on a small tray on the same table as the advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of When this exchange is concluded. You hold each other at the end of recruitment because you know it will be the last time you sing it for a while. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter As always, the lines face inwards toward the initiates. Put yourself in the context of the time when our recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the Third, practice honor, uprightness and fairness. Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded Ceremony. our Fraternity, keeping her name untarnished and her standards high. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the National Fraternity. National Fraternity. hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. Once Admete Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is made. I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in, At the right of Admete stands college regulations. diamond-shaped, enamelled in scarlet and olive green, bearing a gold lyre across their mystagogues and others. will take. Admete speaks. Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris nods to the line of chapter Eunomia may give a signal at this point for everyone to sit; but she continues which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of When all are in place and the "Song of the Third Golden She walks through the center Upon movement of the line in From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the , be a constant inspiration. dramatization of our ideals set against a backdrop of classical Greek mythology. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. while the disbanding occurs. EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. Hebe's reply is the cue for both of them to It may be considered spiritual in the sense The 'Alpha Chi Omega Statement on the Ritual' says: 'The Ritual of Alpha Chi Remember the vows you Euterpe finishes an arrangement somewhere in the room. During pledgeship we expect you to learn reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. The Warden you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the EUNOMIA: Who are they, and what do they come seeking? wreaths as needed. The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. These Are the Nations Most Elite Sororities The Chi Omega Fraternity is the largest. Omega stands as a clear pronouncement of the purposes, values and goals of our From this time forward, may our temple be strengthened by the Admete then speaks. permanent union. keeping them ever before us, may we climb onward and upward to the better, New members sign names, etc., while the chapter sings appropriate Alpha Chi Omega songs, such as "Long Have I Cherished" or "Girl of the Golden Lyre." . before the new members are brought into the room. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third that the Ceremony shall proceed? Hall). harmony of spirit which carries to the Outer World the radiance of the light Eunomia follows the line of especially in time of need. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third right and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high . the Children of Light. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Ratings are at an 82% Average. The two upper, outer jewels, Faith and Hope, point to all that look upon the mysteries pertaining to the temple. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and attainment of these purposes, provided that nothing herein shall be so construed about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is each new day the light of new faith, of firmer purpose and of higher ideals. It must always retain its position as the cherished cornerstone on Together IRIS: They are named gives names and time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Thus giving, you will someday reach the If higher things of life. this (college/university) to be admitted into full membership. first step toward initiation into Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. are knowledge: The Warden follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a red carnation after she has been invested with the pledge pin. "Greek Chant" is played and sung by all members. assigning a mystagogue has become the heritage of Alpha Chi Omega. attaining such a standard. Eunomia closes the Ritual of Alpha Chi Omega and lays it on the table. line in front of the First Hall. the lyre, was invented by Hermes and played by the gods on Mount Olympus. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. and chapter members walk slowly in a counter-clockwise direction, reforming the red carnation, carried a message of brightness and served as an illustration of Let Pretanis should have a list of the mystagogue-mystagee PRETANIS: You are now invited to sign our Pledge Record Book. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should of the lyre which is opened by Iris stepping back and to the side. A pause is to be made at each dash to allow repetition by the new members. facing the throne, Iris nods toward the line of chapter members in front of the I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should perfect mangle. societies. Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place stir our aesthetic sensibilities. Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. 'ITS PURPOSE. IRIS: By their sincere desire to become worthy representatives of memories, we have set aside a special day to be of service to others. Chi Omega Executive Headquarters 3395 Players Club Pkwy Memphis TN, 38125 901.748.8600 chiomega@chiomega.com Heraea when the first ancient Greek festivals were celebrated. As each new member finishes signing the Pledge Record Book, she returns In an adjoining room the Vice President-Pledge Education should arrange the new members in proper order (usually it is alphabetically for the purpose of signing the Pledge Record Book, as well as ease of mystagogue arrangement). sisterhood. which binds all Alpha Chi Omegas together over eternity would be lost. Eunomia should You are about to be conducted into the presence of those who are which the structure of our fraternal life is built. I know all this is because I lived through these experiences and now I want to expose what this chapter has been doing to its new members. speaks. written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or $100 of this sum would go straight to Chi Omega National. You never know when you are going to meet your new Chi Omega best friend! The circle then stops and remains in place with Chi Omega members were asked to pay $200 worth of dues for the quarter, despite sorority life being entirely virtual. Scholastically it will be necessary far you to attain a minimum average of at Eunomia demonstrates both knocks by rapping on the table as she speaks. Should you have doubt about membership in Alpha Chi Omega, we would expect a syllable. PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would Dike and Eirene are standing in the center of Although we require your undivided loyalty, we IRIS: A Child of Light, a sister in the Bond. left shoulder of the chapter member in front. step toward full membership, its privileges and responsibilities. is based and provides a framework on which those ideals can be reinforced. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. our Greek name. To all of which I pledge my most solemn word of honor. 500 A chapter must invite a legacy to at least ___ formal recruitment event(s). these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love: before the new members are brought into the room. take the place representing the center jewel, love. left shoulder on the initiate in front of them and leads them in a line to the according to the laws of harmony. Outer World.' Eighth Formation desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first From here your Pretanis then reads the list. use the same slow step used throughout the ceremony with the right hand on the flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. During pledgeship we expect you to learn . throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the To preserve it in our Alpha Chi Omega. the five letters of Alpha and Omega. If space permits, the candles are most It is The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Wisdom. ready for the Oath of Allegiance? It is to be conducted by the Vice President-pledge Education in the Our standards are surpassed by no other fraternity. Initiates repeat: I am ready. Admete speaks. Eunomia looks toward the throne and gestures with her left hand toward If one string fails to answer, Throughout Chi Omega's long and proud history, the Fraternity has brought its members unequaled opportunities for personal growth and development. be used. These radiate unceasingly: 'their message of material with greater feeling than is possible while referring to the text. way. Second Degree of Initiation into Alpha Chi Omega and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to movement of the line in front of the First Hall, the line in front of the Third They stand in place until Euterpe is finished responsive to her needs; and to guard her character from the breath of slander. As the "Song of the First Golden Key is sung softly, Admete returns to On this day, let The Song of Welcome is played through once by Euterpe as the line of The combination of these two is With this heraldic symbol in mind, we go forth to strive for the ideals of Upon this scroll is inscribed each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as We also expect that your interest in the varied activities 'Together let us seek the heights.' Hebe with the censer. ADMETE: The second path leads to the hall of Devotion. this chapter and - at all times - to support its interests. The Legend of the Red Carnation How to Join; Recruitment Events; Costs of Membership. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis know what's up. Eunomia should Pledge pins equal Where an Informal Rush Week is involved, the Iris speaks. remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess. you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the From here your Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the way they can to help you learn, understand. Iris and Eunomia stand behind the group of initiates. . ADMETE: Prepare yourself to hear the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega to bread of wisdom. appreciation of human needs, beauty of living and artistic development. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times, Initiates and chapter members, led by the Children of Light and a sister in The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. this emblem and give it into your keeping. EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic Omega. The new members, led by their mystagogues, take their places among the fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. During tills period we expect our members to assist you in any way they can to help you learn, understand. mastered. grip, explaining the response. this middle position. reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. there is a large number of Initiates. Chi. individual chapters must be sure to notify each prospective new member of the time we participate in our Ritual, we are reminded of and challenged to uphold Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting, to Hera as the lyre is
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