path leads to the Third Hall, where the remaining secrets will be unfolded to
this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
meeting all obligations to the chapter, and abiding by federal, state and
this emblem and give it into your keeping. The formation as indicated in the drawing should be used. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
initiates is large. demonstrates and says, "Pretanis" as she gives the sign. your college. It has been your privilege to enrol yourself as one of
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? token. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our most important ceremonies. Outside the Temple
The crest is a lyre bird, suggesting our badge. I am about to assign you a mystagogue who will act as your counselor in all matters pertaining to the Fraternity and your initiation. collegiate chapter. symbolic of true sisterhood in Alpha Chi Omega. will find the fruition of our hopes, the garnered sheaf from which we gain the
jewels. Thus, through her noble
A slow, not hesitating step is used. focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
Within this temple there are three pathways: the Halls of Wisdom. It maybe considered spiritual in the sense
They raise their scarves by
Pi, Penta, represents
mind of all mankind. Scarlet brings visions of love, strength, good cheer and happiness. . The performance of our Ritual is meant to
room where the initiates are being robed. this garland, a symbol of our never-ending sisterhood and a heritage from the
You will be answered by two short, and two long knocks. sounds unlock its treasures. Book just before the Ceremony begins. the initiates outside the temple. Upon movement of the line in front of the
When all are in place and the "Song of the Second Golden Key" has been
to the Outer World as Alpha Chi Omega, of which this Bond shall be the visible
remained thereafter as its most exalted priestess.
First Formation changes to the Second Formation. has descended from the throne and take their places as the upper, outer jewels. Initiation Ceremony
hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
Eunomia places a wreath on each initiate's head. It is the responsibility of
PRETANIS: In ancient Greece, the candidate for initiation would
Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
initiates. of the Second Hall. follows the Vice President-Pledge Education, presenting each new member with a
that Greek mythology is the basis for the symbols and traditions in Greek-letter
The Legend of the Red Carnation
Pretanis remains in her position behind the table and hands the tray of
Iris, after assisting with moving initiates forward to sign, takes her place
responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the
9.1 The Alpha Chi Omega chapter of Chi Sigma Iota at Lindsey Wilson . But you must go forth again into the Outer World which is
following material with the exception of the passages from
you would keep this flame forever bright, remember to give unceasingly of the
Eunomia plays the
reach the heights and were hindered on all sides by unforeseen obstacles. PRETANIS: We, the officers and members of Chapter of Alpha Chi Omega are convened for the purpose of conferring upon you the privileges and responsibilities of the First Degree of Initiation that will lead to the fulfilment of your wish to become a member of our Fraternity. mind of all mankind. ask a former initiate to be his guide or mystagogue, This ancient custom of
toward her who now approaches the golden throne. each one of you share her talent for the happiness and wellbeing of others as
sisterhood and before you may proceed further, I am compelled to bind you to the
Prepare yourself now for your journey along the mystic pathways leading to
The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
as to interfere with our duty to our neighbor and to our God. Bonded by love Letter of affection, Omega Chi. I agree to relinquish - all claim to initiation into Alpha Chi Omega - should
hereby appoint the following members to be me mystagogues of these new members
estate to take sanctuary in the Temple of Hera, and in accordance with a vision,
She stands to
Chi Omega, being an organization affiliated with the NPC, is free to use any of the following four recruiting strategies: Completely Organized Hiring Process Recruitment with some loose structure. 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. Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
focus the eyes of all sisters on our common bond and common purpose: the
I don't know if that's true but at least they don't haze their new members like DDD. As you take this emblem from my hand. Your journey is over, and you have learned much on the way. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
anyone of us should become disconnected from this fraternity, we do most
The answer is, 'I do. Pause for new member response. Chi Omega. the introduction to the Initiation Ceremony has been conducted. this Bond all things pertaining to our solemn rites, known to the Outer World as
is inspiring and helpful; while the center jewel Love, is the heart of the pin,
going through the Ceremony, the initiates should be permitted to sign the Bond
Put yourself in the context of the time when our
The world rejoiced at this gift, for this flower, known as the
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the Fraternity. The entire group forms a circle and the chapter members sing
way. Eunomia plays the
initiate is immediately ready to follow her predecessor. made. do not raise their scarves. Give your whole attention to the words of the
For
Middle and index finger are thus extended
follows her down the lines of initiates and hands the wreaths to Eunomia. Initiates sign their names in alphabetical order in the Bond Book, together
into Alpha Chi Omega. First, cultivate ambition and industry
Thus giving, you will someday reach the
members in front of the Hall, and upon this clue, this line turns to its right
Our official grip is the clasp which I will now show you. When all are in place, the soloist sings
that music or art or drama or poem, touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
ADMETE: Stranger, you are on the threshold of a great and mystic
demonstrates the formation of the sign and giving of the salute as she
From here your
I pledge myself to do all in my power to prepare myself for membership in,
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe that the Fraternity will be strengthened by your influence for good, your power of achievement. teachings as they have been revealed to you. All chapter members are required to be present at the ceremony unless excused by the Chapter President for good and sufficient reason. ADMETE: You are now within the Temple of Light where all is
. an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation
'Together let us seek the heights.' Remember that Alpha Chi Omega endeavors to maintain a broad-minded
Iris sees that each
membership presents a challenge designed to encourage you to develop as an
confinement of her surroundings.. There was a valley guarded by blue hills rising up to meet the heavens
Fraternity: You are now ready to have the more confidential portions of Alpha
During your pledgeship, you learned the non-secret features of au:
direction, reforming the line in front of the Second Hall. Toe door of the temple will open only in
answers the knock. She is assisted by Iris who
VICE PRESIDENT-PLEDGE EDUCATION: The Pledging Ceremony was your
The intent of this ceremony is
EIRENE: Welcome, Seeker of Love, to the Hall of Devotion. From this time forward we expect you to join with us in bringing honor to the
the initiates in their places to face toward the Hall of Achievement (Third
In turn, the mystagogue invests her assigned new member with the pledge pin. discord arises and the melody is lost; for they are inseparably bound together
harmony and immortality. our Fraternity. Iris
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
by parable to those not of our Fraternity? an arrangement somewhere in the room. carnation, which explains its significance to our Fraternity. Banish all worldly thoughts now, and prepare yourself in spirit for the
In the name of Hera, I greet you as one of her followers, and welcome you as
perpetuating the rites of this Fraternity the purposes of which are to bind
and set for time unending within our Golden Lyre. the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. All written communications between sisters are recognized by the test words
a sister in the Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. Remember well the lesson in the 'Legend of the Red Carnation' that the
base of the triangle, passing to the left side of Eunomia. All
and our minds; to an extent it is also permitted to have a visual appeal and to
Comment; 8; 9; . hopes, the harmonious co-existence of the fine and liberal arts with all of our
Open Book. Members are expected to adhere to a strict dress code that mandates a white dress and white shoes for all ritual occasions.
candidate for initiation. teachings. is now my duty to instruct you in the mysteries of which I am the guardian. to stand. observed on the first day of March and is called Hera Day, coinciding with the
your enlightenment. Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is made. Such are the precepts of the Hall of Achievement which should be applied to
ADMETE: Let us now close our rites according to tradition by the
There all shadows
If the chapter feels that a rest period is necessary during the ceremony,
thought and deed toward those within the temple.
She will explain the significance of our badge. Hebe with the censer. both verses have been sung. we have a mutual period of orientation for you and ourselves. EUNOMIA: First must I have Third
do hereby dedicate ourselves to these purposes embodied in our Fraternity, known
The Legend of the Red Carnation
If so, the answer is: 'I do solemnly
Upon this scroll is inscribed
ADMETE: You have now heard The Bond of Alpha Chi Omega. stir our aesthetic sensibilities. If the Bond Book has been pre-signed,
in ancient Greek folklore. It is a proud moment when you hear your rush crush say it during and after initiation. After reading The Bond, she closes the book: We, the
She was thus endowed with gentleness of manner,
Carnations. playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Children of Light, who have inscribed our names on this scroll, desirous of
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
Initiation Ceremony
Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
In days of old, Greek gods and goddesses dwelt in the lofty heights of Mount
Remember to fix your gaze upon the heights; aim to attain perfection
occasion. effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
The sheaf of wheat in the third division represents the garnering of our
As always, the lines face inwards towards the
Golden Lyre." our love and confidence throughout-your journey. There you will find the open book
Euterpe finishes playing the Processional
face inwards toward the initiates. Public information about your chosen sorority, such as its founders names, the date and location of its founding, the organizations official colors, and the causes it supports, will be made available to you throughout the new member process. badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
HEBE: I have done so. syllable. her seat on the throne. Before you may be free of these temptations, harmony within must be
PRETANIS: This pin not only signifies our faith in you and your
Eunomia, Guardian of the Sheaf reveal the
deepest meaning in life comes from giving of yourself. This is a SPECIAL CEREMONY that takes place just before the actual Initiation
obligation. The second night was casual, and I wore a simple sweater and jeans. Dike. May each day reflect the selection of worthy objectives and tasks
Chi Omega expects its members to abide by a Code of Conduct defined by the
first two verses of the Song of the Living Lyre are sung. EIRENE: The frame of the lyre is fashioned of gold, signifying
desire to become one of us, but it also indicates that you have taken that first
were flowers of many shades, but of scarlet there were none. When all are in place and the "Song of the First Golden Key" has
"Alpha
Hera, the protectress of womankind, addressed her, saying, "Oh Seeker of
Scan this QR code to download the app now. She set forth
Pledge Record Book. Euterpe plays softly the "Song of the First Golden Key" while the
Chi Omega. ADMETE: In the name of Hera, our patron goddess, and as High
Book, and Eirene, carrying the tray or pillow with the badges, advance to the
The chapter sings
It is set with precious stones, expressing beauty,
symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. ADMETE: The third path leads to the Hall of Achievement. Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
As Euterpe plays the Processional and Greeting to Hera, Iris turns the
classical influence in this present time, may be supplemented and enhanced by an
Also, for each new member, there should be
in place at the base of the lyre, Admete leaves her throne and moves forward to
At that time art appropriate celebration for all initiates
of Strife. PRETANIS: As a chapter, we are about to participate in one of our
carries the wreaths hanging from one arm and returns to the table for more
will take. I am about to
'ITS PURPOSE. DIKE: First must I have the Golden Key whose mystic sounds unlock
Each stage of
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Hesria hands the badge to Admete as Dike reads each
Together
line in front of the throne. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
Thus was it held divine by the Greeks from whom it was handed
upon you the gilt of Fraternity, and you truly have become a sister in Alpha Chi
Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
Chapter members arms are at their sides. A sixth member is used to light the candles and to provide light for the Ritual Team. Christian baptism or confirmation, Jewish bar or bat mitzvah, entrance into a fraternal organization, secret society, or religious order, and even high school or military academy graduation can qualify as initiation rituals. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
The nature of our Ritual is that of an art form-a pageant, a
What is the Greek Theatre? The lyre is the most precious of our symbols, the crowning gift of
written, carved, or painted or to be otherwise communicated either directly or
syllable of Alpha and the last syllable of Omega, keeping Chi as the middle
Euterpe
the five letters of Alpha and Omega. These are to be given to the Warden to hold until the time of pin presentation. policy and stands for absolute fairness in all relations. the ball of that foot, they begin the dance. Before you take your first step, O Seeker of Light consider carefully our
IRIS: No, I bring candidates desiring to be initiated members of
Eunomia follows the line of
Thus will we in practice reflect to the Outer World the inner teachings of
pans picturing the trinity within our Ritual. In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. The intent of this ceremony is
the high personal, social and scholastic ideas for which we stand, we will
We strive to uphold our purposes, which encourage us to form a network of friends with high standards and similar values. Take a moment to look for Sisters in your area using the following tools: Chapter locator: Search for an alumnae chapter near you! The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation
maiden, who, daring to seek her aspirations, achieved the heights. This involves maintaining the highest personal moral standards at all times,
Our Fraternity adheres to a strict Code of Conduct in regard to the personal
two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the
As a Greek-letter fraternity, we use many of the ancient rites and customs of the Hellenes, one of these being a period of orientation. And for that, Chi Omega, we thank you. Sixth Formation
stir our aesthetic sensibilities. When this exchange is concluded. Initiates repeat: They are in true accord. Although she was well-loved, in time the maiden became discontent with the
When you assume these responsibilities, Alpha Chi Omega will be at its best
DIKE, Guardian of the Open Book, reveal the secrets of the Hall of
the Ritual of the Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity; and moreover, if, for any reason,
1m can but lead the wav. Priestess of the Temple, it becomes my joyous duty to pronounce you as one of
badge to Iris or the initiated Alpha Chi Omega relative or significant alumna if
playing the Song of Welcome and Admete then speaks. Second, strive for physical perfection. Iris leads the initiates to the temple door after they have been robed and
Il sito di riferimento sul mondo dei Pneumatici di Auto e Moto. In today's society emphasis seldom focuses on the classics, and
Socially, Alpha
responsibility and privilege of each new member within the chapter and the
about the Fraternity, the beliefs upon which it was founded, its development and
Iris speaks. as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. by the thumb. While the wreaths are being distributed, Euterpe softly plays
room where the initiates are being robed. When all is quiet, Admeta stands. of achievement. Those who have accepted the invitation extended by Alpha Chi Omega must be
Once the initiates are
You have come here in response to our invitation, extended because we believe
The password of the Temple is AL-CHI-GA. stand behind the initiates with the Hours in a row behind her. There you
The Pledging Ceremony is the first step toward your initiation into Alpha Chi Omega. legendary High Priestess, Admete, who according to the Greek myth, left her high
May I be kept forever steadfast in this, my secret and binding
Congratulations to . The grip should be covered with two hands. In 1895, a group of women (and Dr. Charles Richardson) from Arkansas created an organization for women to share ideals and a certain set of beliefs. slender leaves. A sororitys initiation ritual officially welcomes new members into the organization. Chi. Eirene, Guardian of the Three Stars, reveal the mysteries
in a counter-clockwise direction with the last person in the line stopping at
I am also an active member in Alpha Chi Omega sorority and hold a position on the executive board. From here the
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
PRETANIS: Alpha Chi Omega has recognized in you the qualities that make you eligible for membership in the Fraternity.
"hollow square." Once the initiates are facing the Hall, Iris.
essential jewels in our badge. society. Let
The chapter sings an appropriate song while this is taking place, such as "Carnation Song," "She's Pledged to Alpha Chi," or another according to chapter tradition. play the song softly until all have left the room. Since you understand and agree to our prerequisites for pledging, will you
The red
chapter members. determination to leave the valley in search of new horizons. The Pledging Ceremony should be held in a room which will enhance the
Faith, Hope, and Love to those within our Temple, who is turn reflect it to the
Phi Mu, Kappa Kappa Gamma, and Alpha Xi Delta. Email glorie@theodysseyonline.com to get started! throne, and the sides curve to form the shape of a lyre with the base of the
Through this growth and expansion, Chi Omega has left a mark on the hearts of all women who have the distinguished honor to bare its crest. The square shield is divided into three
If space
that music or art or drama or poetry touch the spiritual aspects of our nature,
flaming torch, kindled at the fire of Fraternal love. It is with confidence in your worthiness to wear the lyre that I take
lyre left open. Admete then speaks. has left. DIKE: Welcome, Seeker of Truth to the Hall of Wisdom. takes time to know individuals as well as the functioning of any organization,
Spring 2023 New Member Fees: $415.00. and equipment properties are collected by the Warden and her assistants and then
but it is never to be viewed as a religious ceremony. Do you solemnly promise that the secrets of this night
A sister getting sassy? response to the proper knock which is thus: Illustrates
We also expect that your interest in the varied activities
of the Hall of Devotion. Pledge pins equal
Once the initiates are
effective on the table where the Pledge Record Book is placed; otherwise, they
ascending the Mountain of Light. given due notification of the date and time of their Pledging Ceremony. Pretanis then reads the list. Our standards are surpassed by no
personal effort a high moral and mental standard, and to advance the
Our standards are surpassed by no other fraternity. , translated Together let us seek the Heights,' and
stipulates the dress for pledging. And appreciate membership in Alpha
What else do you need? as she speaks or uses one mounted on the wall behind her. Tau, Tres, represents the three letters of
Iris turns the initiates in their places to face toward
these three Golden Precepts aid you in your search for Love:
studies. advise you to identify yourself with the larger interests and organizations of
ready for the Oath of Allegiance? counter-clockwise direction, reforming the line in front of the throne. explaining the following symbolism to the initiates and points to it while she
and the chapter members in the sides of the lyre walking in a double line. temptations. great love which you have received. Thus, through her noble
If only one or two new members are to be pledged, it is suggested that chapter members take the places of the mystagogues indicated in the drawing, in order to keep the "hollow square." that the Ceremony shall proceed? Each mystagogue or steps behind her assigned new member as the appointment is
EIRENE: First must I have the Second Golden Key whose mystic
made. Give your whole attention to the words of the
symbol the mysteries of the Fraternity. which you should become acquainted. syllable. Seventh Formation
When she reached the pinnacle of the Mountain, she was greeted by the
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